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Harlaxton

Built-up area in South Kesteven, Lincolnshire, England

Coordinates:52.886, -0.691
OS grid ref:SK 88 32
Population:782
Dialling code: 01476 (Grantham)

Harlaxton is a small village and civil parish in the district of South Kesteven in Lincolnshire, England, set a short distance from the market town of Grantham. It occupies gently rolling arable countryside with a compact historic core and surrounding estate parkland that reflect the agricultural character of south Lincolnshire.

The village is best known for Harlaxton Manor, a dramatic 19th‑century mansion that defines much of the local skyline and draws visitors, filming work and academic interest. Locally the economy mixes farming, heritage tourism and commuters to nearby towns, while a small, active community maintains village amenities and parish events.

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Transport links

  • Airport East Midlands Airport 26.8 miles43.2 km
  • Airport Doncaster Sheffield Airport 43.2 miles69.5 km
  • Railway station Grantham Railway Station 2.5 miles4 km
  • Railway station Bottesford Railway Station 6 miles9.6 km

Schools in Harlaxton

  • The Harlaxton C of E Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Vaudey Abbey Historic site 11.9 miles19.2 km
  • Southwell Racecourse Recreation 15.5 miles25 km
  • Kelham Hills Forest 16.5 miles26.6 km
  • Haverholme Priory Historic site 17.4 miles28 km
  • Normanton Park Estate 17.7 miles28.5 km
  • Nottingham Racecourse Recreation 17.9 miles28.7 km
  • City Ground Stadium 18.8 miles30.2 km
  • Meadow Lane Stadium 19 miles30.6 km
  • Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre Museum 19.1 miles30.7 km
  • Dukes Wood Forest 19.5 miles31.4 km
  • Broadmarsh Shopping centre 19.5 miles31.4 km
  • Burghley House Historic site 19.5 miles31.4 km