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'''Belchford''' is a small village of about 200 inhabitants situated in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, about 5 miles' north of Horncastle and just to the east of the A153 road.
The steep hills and deep valleys which surround the village are always a surprise to the numerous walkers and other visitors who come from outside, as Lincolnshire has a reputation for being flat.
However, Belchford lies in the Lincolnshire Wolds, which are a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, running from Louth, in the north, to Horncastle in the south. This makes it a popular destination for ramblers, as well as hang-gliders who use the ridges from the Bluestone Heath Road to launch into the valley. The Wolds has always been one of the main arable farming areas of England, and is home to Lincoln Red cattle, Lincoln Longwool sheep and the now extinct Curlycoat pig.
The village history dates back to ancient times connected with the Romans and the Vikings. The Viking Way a nationally recognised long distance footpath passes through Belchford past the Blue Bell Inn, on its way from the Humber in the north to Rutland in the south. During the English Reformation of the English Christian church, in 1536, the vicar of Belchford was hanged, drawn and quartered for treason, after leading a rebellion against the crown.
The village is served by the Blue Bell Inn, which has been trading for hundreds of years. It is now home to a well renowned restaurant, as well as a friendly local pub, which serves a number of local brews as well as the more well known beers.
Belchford is home to the highly successful Belchford Downhill Challenge, a soapbox cart race which brings in entries from all over the country, a Midsummer Ball, Flower Festival, Gala and Produce Show as well as many other clubs and groups.
There are plenty of places to stay in the surrounding area including Tetford Country Cottages with fishing lakes and The Green Man at nearby Scamblesby to mention just two.
There are plenty of places to stay in the surrounding area including Tetford Country Cottages with fishing lakes and The Green Man at nearby Scamblesby to mention just two.
Whether you want to go walking, eat fine food, visit one of our events or just come and enjoy the wonderful views you will be very welcome.
This piece was prepared from source material from Wikipedia which can be found here
This piece was prepared from source material from Wikipedia which can be found here
ABOUT BELCHFORD
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