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Belchford

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Belchford is a village and civil parish in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. The village is situated approximately 4 miles (6 km) north of Horncastle and just to the east of the A153

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Typical visit
30 min–1 h
  • Free entry

About

Belchford is a village and civil parish in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. The village is situated approximately 4 miles (6 km) north of Horncastle and just to the east of the A153. At the 2011 census, the population of the parish was 255.

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Belchford is a village and civil parish in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. The village is situated approximately 4 miles (6 km) north of Horncastle and just to the east of the A153. At the 2011 census, the population of the parish was 255.

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Background

History

The village's history dates back to the Romans and the Vikings. In 1536, during the Reformation, the vicar of Belchford was hanged, drawn and quartered for treason, after leading a rebellion against the crown.

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Coordinates
53.2601, -0.0606
County
Lincolnshire
District
East Lindsey
Parish
Belchford
Postcode
LN9 6LF
Parliamentary constituency
Louth and Horncastle

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Belchford?
Belchford is in Lincolnshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LN9 6LF), in the parish of Belchford.
Is Belchford free to visit?
Yes, Belchford is free to enter.
How do I get to Belchford?
Drivers can navigate to postcode LN9 6LF. It sits within the Louth and Horncastle parliamentary constituency.