Dunston
Parish in North Kesteven, Lincolnshire, England
| Coordinates: | 53.156, -0.405 |
|---|---|
| OS grid ref: | TF 06 63 |
| Population: | 770 |
| Dialling code: | 01526 (Martin) |
Dunston is a small rural parish in the district of North Kesteven in Lincolnshire, England. It sits on the gentle, arable landscape typical of the county, with a compact village core surrounded by farms and lanes and a short drive from the cathedral city of Lincoln.
The local economy remains largely agricultural and the settlement retains a quiet, close‑knit character, with community life focused on village amenities and occasional local events. Historic roots are visible in the parish church and a handful of older, listed buildings, while good road links make it a practical base for commuters seeking a rural lifestyle.
Postcode districts covering Dunston
Most populated places nearby
- Lincoln 7.7 miles12.4 km
- Grantham 19.6 miles31.5 km
- Newark-on-Trent 17.5 miles28.2 km
- Boston 20.1 miles32.3 km
- Gainsborough 22.6 miles36.4 km
- Sleaford 10.9 miles17.5 km
- Louth 22.3 miles36 km
Neighbouring places
- Dunston Built-up area 0.3 miles0.5 km
- Nocton Built-up area 0.8 miles1.3 km
- Metheringham Built-up area 1.1 miles1.8 km
- Metheringham Rural Ward 1.1 miles1.8 km
- Blankney Parish 1.6 miles2.5 km
- Potterhanworth Built-up area 2 miles3.2 km
- Potter Hanworth Parish 2.5 miles4 km
- Branston and Mere Parish 2.9 miles4.6 km
- Scopwick Built-up area 3.3 miles5.3 km
- Martin Built-up area 4 miles6.4 km
- Branston Built-up area 4.1 miles6.5 km
- Heighington Parish 4.1 miles6.6 km
Example postcodes in Dunston
LN4 3AP, LN4 2ER, LN4 2EZ, LN4 2EH, LN4 2EF, LN4 2ES, LN4 2HE, LN4 2EG, LN4 2AR … See all
Transport links
- Doncaster Sheffield Airport 33.5 miles53.9 km
- East Midlands Airport 44.5 miles71.6 km
- Metheringham Railway Station 1.3 miles2.1 km
- Lincoln Central Railway Station 7.4 miles11.8 km
Hotels near Dunston Ad
- The Old Lodge Guest House 4 6.9 miles11.1 km
- Washingborough Hall Hotel 4 5.4 miles8.7 km
- The Rest Hotel 4 7.7 miles12.3 km
- Tower Hotel 3 7.9 miles12.7 km
- Exchequergate 3 7.7 miles12.4 km
- The Dower House Hotel 4 8.2 miles13.2 km
- Petwood Hotel 3 7.7 miles12.4 km
- Holiday Inn Express Lincoln City Centre 3 7.7 miles12.4 km
- The White Hart Hotel Lincoln 4 7.7 miles12.5 km
- Charlotte House 7.9 miles12.7 km
Schools in Dunston
- Dunston St Peter's C of E Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Stixwould Priory Historic site 6.7 miles10.8 km
- Sincil Bank Stadium 7.1 miles11.4 km
- Haverholme Priory Historic site 9 miles14.4 km
- Revesby Abbey Historic site 14.8 miles23.9 km
- Market Rasen Racecourse Recreation 16.1 miles25.8 km
- Lincolnshire Heritage Aviation Museum Museum 16.7 miles26.9 km
- Swineshead Abbey Historic site 18 miles29 km
- Heynings Priory Historic site 19.4 miles31.1 km
- Kelham Hills Forest 19.5 miles31.5 km