Long Bennington is a large pleasant village on the banks of the River Witham in the county of Lincolnshire, which is home to just over eighteen hundred people, from a small agricultural settlement the village grew when the Romans arrived, centuries later a group of Cistercian Monks built a Priory here in 1175, and later the quarrying of Lime led to its prosperity. It's surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Vale of Belvoir which stretches for miles; its location will always attract walkers and cyclists as the long distance footpath of the Viking Way journeys through here. The village has an interesting history which dates back many centuries, a legacy of which remains with the impressive Norman church dedicated to St Swithin whose pinnacled tower still graces the skyline. It was once on the important coaching route from Scotland to London, visitors today have three delightful pubs and restaurants to choose from, there are a handful of local shops for that essential purchase, although as it's positioned between the bustling towns of Grantham and Newark it really is perfectly placed. For those who wish to linger, there is a fabulous range of places to stay from Georgian elegance, comfortable B&B's, and even an Elizabethan Long House to try.
Doctor
Long Bennington Medical Centre
Pub and Bar
School
Long Bennington C of E Primary School
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Taxi
Places to Stay near Long Bennington
Priory House & Oriental Brew House (0.72 miles)
Allington Manor (3.29 miles)
The Olde Barn Hotel (3.61 miles)
The Olde Barn Hotel Grantham is located half way between Leeds and London just 1 minute off the A1 and set in the tranquil Lincolnshire countryside. It maintains much of its original charm whilst providing ... More | visit website
Newark Lodge Guest House (4.26 miles)
Travelodge Grantham A1 (4.71 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Willow Tree Cottages (4.90 miles)
There are a wealth of attractions in and around ... More | visit website
Tudor Farm (5.01 miles)
Tudor Farm is situated just off the A46, between Nottingham and Newark, with the A1 five minutes drive away for easy access to the South and North.Nottingham Lincoln and Grantham ... More
The Georgian Townhouse (5.58 miles)
The Georgian Townhouse is ideally situated in the quiet, fashionable London Road conservation area, overlooking public gardens, only a short five-minute stroll from the town centre ,with its boutique shops ... More
Deincourt Hotel (5.60 miles)
The modern feel of Deincourt Hotel is complimented by its setting in the heart of the historic market town of Newark-on-Trent.With 33 well-appointed bedrooms all incorporating en-suite facilities, colour televisions, ... More
The Brownlow Arms (5.62 miles)
In the heart of picturesque village in Lincolnshire, The Brownlow Arms is a 17th Century Country Inn formerly owned by Lord Brownlow. Providing good old fashioned country hospitality and modern ... More
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