Welcome to Scampton

Scampton is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated approximately 6 miles north-west of the city of Lincoln and is home to the Royal Air Force (RAF) base, RAF Scampton. The base is famous for being the home of the Red Arrows, the RAF's aerobatic display team, and is also the site of the Dambusters Raid during World War II.

The village of Scampton has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, with evidence of a Roman settlement found in the area. The village is also home to the Grade I listed St. John the Baptist Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its unique architecture, including a Norman tower and a 14th-century spire.

RAF Scampton is a major employer in the area, with over 2,000 military and civilian personnel working on the base. The base is also home to the RAF's No. 1 Group, which is responsible for the UK's strategic nuclear deterrent. In addition to the Red Arrows, the base is home to a number of other squadrons, including the Typhoon Force and the RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team. The base also hosts a number of air shows throughout the year, attracting thousands of visitors to the area.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 4.1°C

Feels Like: -1.5°C

Wind: 21.3 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Scampton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Charlie Hebborn	High Street Scampton Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 2SD 01522730340 School Website
Pollyplatt Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Samuel Jackson	School Lane Scampton Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 2TP 01522730393 School Website
Ingham Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Keeli Hutchinson	The Green Ingham Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 2XT 01522730244 School Website
Burton Hathow Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Penny Ford	Saxilby Road Odder Burton Lincoln LN1 2BB 1522274616 School Website
The Hackthorn Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Appleby	Main Street Hackthorn Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 3PF 01673860295 School Website
Welton St Marys Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Gough	School Drive Welton Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 3LA 01673860339 School Website
William Farr C Of E Comprehensive School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Knowler	Lincoln Road Welton Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 3JB 01673866900 School Website
The St Francis Special School Lincoln Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Janette Kennedy	Wickenby Crescent Ermine Estate Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 3TJ 01522526498 School Website
Sturton By Stow Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Simmons	School Lane Sturton-By-Stow Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 2BY 01427788210 School Website
Lincoln Castle Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Richard Hanson	Riseholme Road Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 3SP 01522529203 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Saxilby Station Road, Saxilby, Lincolnshire, LN1 2NS 4.50 Miles

Lincoln St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW 5.41 Miles

Hykeham Station Road, North Hykeham, Lincolnshire, LN6 9AT 7.53 Miles

Gainsborough Lea Road Lea Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1AH 10.11 Miles

Gainsborough Central Station Approach, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1XR 10.34 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Laura's Limo 01522 537633 Scampton Service Station, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 2SY 1.53 Miles
Lincoln Luxury Cars 01522 770290 15 Steep Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 2LT 3.54 Miles
K And K Private Hire 01427 788507 4 Bradway, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 2DU 3.82 Miles
Popham's Private Hire 01522 809785 43 Church Rd, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 2HH 4.13 Miles
Greenlight Taxis 01522 821631 23 Burton Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 3JY 4.65 Miles
Hiair Ltd 01522 538180 71 Carholme Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 1RT 4.92 Miles
Executive Chauffeur Lincolnshire 01522 538180 71 Carholme Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 1RT 4.92 Miles
Executive Express 01522 533347 12 Neustadt Ct, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1PG 5.06 Miles
Your Cars 01522 569428 37 Flaxley Rd, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 4GL 5.10 Miles
Herts Rent A Car Lincoln Downtown 01522 548259 Brayford Wharf North, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 1YW 5.14 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Scampton Village Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aisthorpe Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Third Ave Raf Scampton Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brattleby Lincoln Road Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Carlton Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodlands Edge Weekday Last Collection:00:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lincoln Drive Raf Scampton Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Carlton Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cammeringham Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grange De Lings Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lincoln Road Ingham Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ingham Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Broxholme Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ingham Lane End Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burton Uso Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Scampton Medical Centre	Scampton Medical Centre Scampton Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 2TR
The Ingham Surgery 01522 730269	Lincoln Road Ingham Lincolnshire LN1 2XF
Welton Family Health Centre 01673 862232	Welton Family Health Ctr. 4 Cliff Road Welton Lincolnshire LN2 3JH
Impextendedaccess 01522 587855	Imp Healthcare,Welton Hc 4 Cliff Road Welton LN2 3JH
Welton Family Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	4 Cliff Road Welton Lincoln LN2 3JH

Local Stores

Queen Elizabeth Road
Queen Elizabeth Road
Ermine Estate West
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN1 3PA
01522 524901
Store Website
3.63 miles

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SPAR Brayford Wharf
Unit 1 Brayford Wharf E
Lincoln
LN5 7BG
01522 546803
Store Website
5.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Vicarage Veterinary Centre
52 Church Road Saxilby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 2HJ 01522 703311 vets@sackx.com Website 4.15 miles
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appointments till 11.30 only
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Medivet Welton
27 Dunholme Road Welton Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 3RS 01673 861818 welton@medivet.co.uk Website 4.21 miles
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Rase Veterinary Centre
Unit7/8 The Green Nettleham Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 2NR 01522 581548 rasevets@btconnect.com 4.33 miles

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The Veterinary Hospital
175 Newport Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 3DZ 01522 800 333 vethosp@tiscali.co.uk Website 4.38 miles
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Rase Veterinary Centre
131 West Parade Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 1QS 01522 701164 rasevets@btconnect.com Website 4.69 miles
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Lincvet
270 Wragby Road Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 4PX 01522 535942 info@lincvet.co.uk Website 4.87 miles
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Our Friars Lane surgery is open today from 09:00 to 17:00
Sun	closed	closed

Local Dog Walks

West Common
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk On Lincoln's West Common. Lincoln's West Common Is A 100 Hectare, Green Space With Excellent Views Of Lincoln Cathedral. It Is An Ideal Dog Walking Spot In Lincoln, With The Common Being Made Up Of Marsh And Grassland. Once You Have Finished At West Common, Why Not Head Into Lincoln With Your Dog To Enjoy One Of The Many Dog-Friendly Establishments In The City. Lancashire LN1 1WD 4.17 miles West Common Is Located To The West Of The City Of Lincoln, Just Off The A46.

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Hartsholme Park
Hartsholme Country Park Is Situated In The Southwest Of Lincoln, Adjacent To Swanholme Lakes Local Nature Reserve, Approximately Three Miles From The City Centre. The Site Comprises Victorian Landscaped Gardens, A Large Reservoir, Woodlands And Grasslands. Many Features, Both Natural And Built, Survive From The Original Landscaping Of The 1860S. Hartsholme Country Park Skellingthorpe Road Lincoln Lancashire LN6 0EY 6.08 miles The Main Entrance To Hartsholme Country Park Is On The B1378 (Skellingthorpe Road). It Is Signposted From The A46 (Lincoln Bypass) And From The B1003 (Tritton Road).A Regular Bus Service (Numbers Six And Nine) Runs From The City Centre. The Nearest Bus Stop Is Two Hundred Metres From The Main Entrance.

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Willingham Woods
Willingham Woods Is Part Of A Large Complex Of Pinewoods Located East Of Market Rasen. LN8 3RQ 12.77 miles Located On The A631 Just East Of Market Rasen.

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Willingham Woods
Willingham Woods Is Part Of A Large Complex Of Pinewoods That Are Located East Of Market Rasen. Willingham Rd Lancashire 12.88 miles

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Tealby To Walesby
Part Of Viking Way , Dogs Do Need To Be Lead As Go Through Livestock Fields , No Stiles. Tealby 14.54 miles Park In Tealby Village Hall , Walk Up To Rasen Rd ,Past The Church , Turn Left Onto Rasen Rd Walk Bout 100Yrds And On Your Right On Other Side Of Rd You Will See The Footpath Sign .

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Tuetoes Wood
A Lovely Walk With Various Paths And The Benefit Of Onsite Parking. E Ferry Rd Scotter Gainsborough DN21 3QF 15.05 miles What Three Words Location Details Demoted.Exporters.Lined Https://W3w.Co/Demoted.Exporters.Lined

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-5.4°C	-6°C	-6.3°C	-6.5°C	-6.9°C	-4.2°C	-1.3°C	1.9°C	2.1°C	-1.1°C	-3°C	-3.9°C

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