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Towns & cities · East Midlands

Ruskington

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly👪 Family-friendly

Ruskington — village and civil parish in Lincolnshire, UK.

Ruskington, towns & cities in Lincolnshire

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–6 h
Nearest railway station
Ruskington · 0.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Ruskington, the nearest railway station is Ruskington, located 0.6 km away. The postcode for navigation is NG34 9AB. Entry to the town is free.

Directions on Google Maps →

About

Ruskington is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 5,169 people. Wikidata describes it as: "village and civil parish in Lincolnshire, UK". Coordinates: 53.0444°, -0.3875°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Ruskington is a village and civil parish in the North Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England, located approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) north of Sleaford on the north–south B1188 road and slightly north of the A153 road. The village contains approximately 2,200 dwellings and is approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) in length, measured from east to west. The population of the civil parish was 5,169 at the 2001 census, increasing to 5,637 at the 2011 census.

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Background

History

The remains of a Roman road also run parallel and to the west of Lincoln Road, but are apparent only in aerial photographs. Ruskington's Anglo-Saxon burial ground is situated on Lincoln Road near Mill House. At the time of the Domesday Book of 1086, it was part of the ancient Flaxwell "wapentake" (a collection of local parishes).

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Coordinates
53.0444, -0.3875
County
Lincolnshire
Parish
Ruskington
Postcode
NG34 9AB
Parliamentary constituency
Sleaford and North Hykeham
Population
5,169
Nearest railway station
Ruskington0.6 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Ruskington is a village in Lincolnshire, located in the East Midlands, with a population of 5,169. Our guide lists N nearby attractions within reach.

At a glance

Population
5,169
Administrative county
Lincolnshire
Constituency
Sleaford and North Hykeham

Things to see in Ruskington

38 attractions within 12 km — showing the 24 most editorially-significant. Full guide: things to do in Ruskington

Sleaford, St. Denys Church, Scissor arch supporting the tower, Victorian not medieval - geograph.org.uk - 5156901📷 5

Cathedrals · East Midlands

St Denys' Church, Sleaford

St Denys' Church, Sleaford is a cathedral in the United Kingdom.

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Nag's Head Passage, Sleaford, Lincs. - geograph.org.uk - 4261902📷 3

Public art & sculpture · East Midlands

Handley Memorial

Handley Memorial in England East, United Kingdom.

Free🐕👶
Sleaford Market Place - geograph.org.uk - 4768415📷 3

Public art & sculpture · East Midlands

Sleaford, Quarrington and Holdingham War Memorial

Sleaford, Quarrington and Holdingham War Memorial in England East, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
North Gate, Sleaford, Lincs. - geograph.org.uk - 4264723📷 7

Historic pubs · East Midlands

The Marquis Of Granby Public House And Attached Outbuildings

The Marquis Of Granby Public House And Attached Outbuildings in England East, United Kingdom.

Nag's Head Passage, Sleaford, Lincs. - geograph.org.uk - 4261902📷 7

Historic pubs · East Midlands

The Ivy

The Ivy in England East, United Kingdom.

Parry's Court, Sleaford, Lincs. - geograph.org.uk - 4264658📷 7

Historic pubs · East Midlands

The Packhorse Inn

The Packhorse Inn in England East, United Kingdom.

Manor House📷 3

Historic houses · East Midlands

Manor House

Manor House — set of connected buildings located on Northgate in the English town of Sleaford, Lincolnshire.

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North Ings Farm Museum📷 4

Museums · East Midlands

North Ings Farm Museum

North Ings Farm Museum — Farm museum in Dorrington, England.

👶northingsfarmmuseum.co.uk
Q7753156📷 3

Galleries · East Midlands

Q7753156

Q7753156 — gallery and arts venue in Lincolnshire, England.

Free👶nationalcraftanddesign.org.uk
Sleaford Canal Cobbler's Lock📷 3

Canal locks · East Midlands

Sleaford Canal Cobbler's Lock

Sleaford Canal Cobbler's Lock — lock in Ewerby and Evedon, North Kesteven, Lincolnshire, England, UK.

Free🐕
Sleaford Castle📷 3

Castles · East Midlands

Sleaford Castle

Sleaford Castle — medieval castle in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England, UK.

👶sleafordcivictrust.co.uk
St Denys' Church, Sleaford★ Iconic📷 5

Abbeys & priories · East Midlands

St Denys' Church, Sleaford

St Denys' Church, Sleaford — medieval parish church in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England, UK.

FreeGrade I👶lincoln.ourchurchweb.org.uk
The Hub📷 3

Museums · East Midlands

The Hub

The Hub — Public artwork (mural).

Free👶hub-sleaford.org.uk
Marquis of Granby, Sleaford - geograph.org.uk - 4768700📷 4

Gardens · East Midlands

Westholme House

Westholme House — a garden in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

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The Waggon and Horses, Sleaford - geograph.org.uk - 851083📷 4

Gardens · East Midlands

Lafford Terrace

Lafford Terrace — a garden in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

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This is not grass - geograph.org.uk - 5715297📷 3

Natural landmarks · East Midlands

Money's Mill

Money's Mill — a other in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕👶
River Slea - geograph.org.uk - 3634583📷 3

Historic bridges · East Midlands

Slea River Railway Bridge

Slea River Railway Bridge — a bridge in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Flat Lincolnshire - geograph.org.uk - 360369📷 3

Historic houses · East Midlands

Sleaford ROC Bunker

Sleaford ROC Bunker — a historic house in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

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West Banks, Sleaford - geograph.org.uk - 2062400📷 3

Castles · East Midlands

Ruins of Sleaford Castle

Ruins of Sleaford Castle — a castle in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Handley Memorial, South Gate - geograph.org.uk - 4882177📷 3

Museums · East Midlands

Sleaford Museum

Sleaford Museum — a museum in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Norman Font, St Denis' church, Silk Willoughby - geograph.org.uk - 2927543📷 3

Historic churches · East Midlands

Parish Church of St Denys, Silk Willoughby

Parish Church of St Denys, Silk Willoughby — a Grade I-listed church in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

FreeGrade I
Sunset at Sleaford station - geograph.org.uk - 2062455📷 5

Heritage railway stations · East Midlands

Sleaford railway station

Sleaford railway station — a Grade II-listed railway station in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free
One year on - geograph.org.uk - 2763941📷 5

Watermills · East Midlands

Cogglesford Mill

Cogglesford Mill — a Grade II-listed watermill in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕👶
Remains of a churchyard cross, Anwick - geograph.org.uk - 6985552📷 3

Historic churches · East Midlands

Churchyard cross, St Edith's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Edith's churchyard — a Grade II-listed church in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free

Nearby

The Black Bull pub, Ruskington - geograph.org.uk - 3565101📷 5

Historic churches · East Midlands

Deanery of Lafford

Deanery of Lafford — a church in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free
Elizabeth II postbox on Main Street, Dorrington - geograph.org.uk - 7004409📷 5

Museums · East Midlands

Dorrington, Lincolnshire

Dorrington is a village and civil parish in the North Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated 1.2 miles (2 km) both south from Digby and north from Ruskington. It is to the east of

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Flat Lincolnshire - geograph.org.uk - 360369📷 3

Historic houses · East Midlands

Sleaford ROC Bunker

Sleaford ROC Bunker — a historic house in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Main Street, Dorrington, looking east - geograph.org.uk - 7219806📷 5

Villages · East Midlands

Dorrington

Dorrington — a village in england east midlands.

North Ings Farm Museum📷 4

Museums · East Midlands

North Ings Farm Museum

North Ings Farm Museum — Farm museum in Dorrington, England.

👶northingsfarmmuseum.co.uk
Haverholme Priory bridge - geograph.org.uk - 626573📷 3

Historic bridges · East Midlands

Bridge Over Old River Slea

Bridge Over Old River Slea — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕

Where to eat & stay near Ruskington

Places to stay

Two nations at Hilltop House - geograph.org.uk - 6416534📷 5

Campsites · East Midlands

Barff Farm

Barff Farm — a campsite in england east midlands.

Geese at Woodland Waters - geograph.org.uk - 5345993📷 5

Campsites · East Midlands

Woodland Waters

Woodland Waters — a campsite in england east midlands.

Freewoodlandwaters.co.uk
Old Chapel Hill Methodist Church - geograph.org.uk - 2563633📷 5

Campsites · East Midlands

Riverview Caravan Park

Riverview Caravan Park — a campsite in england east midlands.

Grazing land at Tattershall - geograph.org.uk - 7901706📷 5

Caravan parks · East Midlands

Tattershall Lakes

Tattershall Lakes — a caravan park in england east midlands. Brand: Away Resorts.

Railway Cottages, Lodge Lane - geograph.org.uk - 3021969📷 5

Campsites · East Midlands

Willow Holt C. & C.

Willow Holt C. & C. — a campsite in england east midlands.

Freewillowholt.co.uk
Fields near Poplars Farm - geograph.org.uk - 3631604📷 3

Campsites · East Midlands

Bailey Bridge Farm

Bailey Bridge Farm — a campsite in england east midlands.

Places to eat & drink

North Gate, Sleaford, Lincs. - geograph.org.uk - 4264723📷 7

Historic pubs · East Midlands

The Marquis Of Granby Public House And Attached Outbuildings

The Marquis Of Granby Public House And Attached Outbuildings in England East, United Kingdom.

Parry's Court, Sleaford, Lincs. - geograph.org.uk - 4264658📷 7

Historic pubs · East Midlands

The Packhorse Inn

The Packhorse Inn in England East, United Kingdom.

Nag's Head Passage, Sleaford, Lincs. - geograph.org.uk - 4261902📷 7

Historic pubs · East Midlands

The Ivy

The Ivy in England East, United Kingdom.

Heckington Bakery, 49 High Street, Heckington - geograph.org.uk - 4862171📷 5

Historic pubs · East Midlands

Nag's Head Public House

Nag's Head Public House in England East, United Kingdom.

hbsmrweb-lincolnshire.esdm.co.uk
Star and Garter Public House - geograph.org.uk - 7936694📷 5

Historic pubs · East Midlands

Star And Garter Public House

Star And Garter Public House in England East, United Kingdom.

Wellingore WI notice board - geograph.org.uk - 6289924📷 5

Historic pubs · East Midlands

The Marquis Of Granby

The Marquis Of Granby in England East, United Kingdom.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ruskington?
Ruskington is in Lincolnshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NG34 9AB), in the parish of Ruskington.
What is Ruskington?
Ruskington — village and civil parish in Lincolnshire, UK.
How do I get to Ruskington?
The nearest railway station is Ruskington, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode NG34 9AB.
Is Ruskington free to visit?
Yes, Ruskington is free to enter.
How do I get to Ruskington?
The nearest railway station is Ruskington, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NG34 9AB.