North Hykeham facts for kids

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Clockwise from top: North Hykeham All Saints Church, Sailing Lake, Skyline, The Centurion Public House and Forum Shopping Centre
North Hykeham
Population	16,844 (2021 Census)
OS grid reference	SK945659
• London	120 mi (190 km) S
District	North Kesteven
Shire county	Lincolnshire
Region	East Midlands
Country	England
Sovereign state	United Kingdom
Post town	LINCOLN
Postcode district	LN6
Dialling code	01522
Police	Lincolnshire
Fire	Lincolnshire
Ambulance	East Midlands
EU Parliament	East Midlands
UK Parliament	Sleaford and North Hykeham
List of places UK England Lincolnshire 53°11′00″N 0°35′15″W / 53.18333°N 0.58750°W / 53.18333; -0.58750

North Hykeham is a town in Lincolnshire, England. It is located just south of the city of Lincoln. North Hykeham is part of the larger Lincoln Urban Area. This area also includes nearby places like Waddington and South Hykeham. In 2021, about 16,844 people lived in North Hykeham.

Discovering North Hykeham's Past

North Hykeham was once spelled "North Hyckham." People often call it simply 'Hykeham'. Even though it's very close to Lincoln, it is its own separate town.

Early Settlements and Names

The old village of North Hykeham has a long history. It dates back to the Angles. These were Germanic people who came to Britain around 400 AD after the Romans left. Later, the Danes and Vikings arrived in Lincolnshire around 900 AD. Many place names ending in –by, –thorpe, and –ham (which means 'village') come from them.

North Hykeham in the Domesday Book

The Domesday Book was a very important survey from 1086. It recorded that North Hykeham had 15 households. It also had a 52-acre meadow. The main landowner at that time was Baldwin of Flanders.

Windmills and Churches

The town's crest shows windmills. This is because two old windmills once stood here. Each mill was owned by one of the town's two main estates. One mill was made of brick and was part of 'Ladds Mill'. It was located on what is now called Mill Lane.

The first church in North Hykeham was mentioned in 1160. But by 1700, it was a ruin. For many years, North Hykeham had no church. All Saints Church was built on a new site in 1868. It cost £1200 to build. A Methodist Chapel was also built in 1881.

Town Council and Community Buildings

In 1894, the first Parish Council was formed. It met in the village school. In 1948, the council moved to the Memorial Hall. The current Memorial Hall was built in 1969. In 2006, the Town Council moved to its new offices on Fen Lane.

Exploring North Hykeham's Location

North Hykeham is located southwest of Lincoln. It shares borders with South Hykeham, Bracebridge Heath, and Thorpe-on-the-Hill. It also borders the Lincoln area of Birchwood. North Hykeham is one of only two towns in the North Kesteven District, the other being Sleaford. The border between Lincoln and North Hykeham is near Doddington Road and Tritton Road.

How North Hykeham is Governed

North Hykeham is part of the North Kesteven district. It has its own town council located on Fen Lane. The town is also part of the Sleaford and North Hykeham area for national elections. The Member of Parliament (MP) for this area since 2016 has been Caroline Johnson. An MP is a person elected to represent their local area in the UK Parliament.

North Hykeham's Economy and Businesses

North Hykeham has many shops and businesses. An Asda superstore, a very large supermarket, opened in 1969. It was rebuilt in 1998 to be even bigger. This store is on Newark Road. There is also a Co-op store and other small shops near Lincoln Road. The main shopping area is called "The Forum" and is also on Newark Road.

Local Industries and Companies

The Lindum Group has a site on Station Road. This site is home to several businesses. ASC Metals makes metal sheets and tubes. There are also engineering companies on Freeman Road, near the railway station. One of these is Siemens (formerly Alstom Power). A company called Lincoln Castings, which made metal castings, used to be on Station Road but closed in 2007.

Leisure and Local Attractions

There is a sailing club on Apex Lake. This lake was once a sand and gravel pit. Nearby, you can visit Whisby Nature Park. The Lincolnshire Road Transport Museum is also on Whisby Road. On the Westminster Trading Estate, musicians can find a practice studio.

There is also a special memorial in North Hykeham. It remembers those who died in the First and Second World Wars.

Understanding North Hykeham's Population

In 2021, North Hykeham had a population of 16,844 people. Here's a look at the different groups of people living there:

The religious makeup of North Hykeham in 2021 was:

Places to Visit and Things to Do

North Hykeham has several places for people to gather and enjoy.

Public Houses

The town has a few public houses, which are like local gathering spots. These include The Fox and Hounds, The Centurion, The Harrows, and The Lincoln Green.

Churches in North Hykeham

All Saints church

The Hykeham church area is south of the town. It includes St Hugh's Anglican church, built in the 1960s. The Victorian gothic-style All Saints Anglican church is on Moor Lane. Both are part of the Hykeham Team Ministry, which also includes the church in South Hykeham. A Methodist chapel is on Chapel Lane. In 2014, a new church called 'Alive Hykeham' opened at the Sir Robert Pattinson Academy.

Parks and Green Spaces

Lakes formed from former gravel pits

North Hykeham has five parks for outdoor fun.

• Glebe Park is located behind The Lincoln Green public house.
• Fen Lane Park has football pitches, a play area for children, and a special skatepark.
• The Green park is part of the old village green.
• The Memorial Hall park is part of the Memorial Hall's sports facilities.
• St Aidan's Park has an old orchard.

Learning and Education

North Hykeham has good schools for students.

Secondary Schools

There are two main secondary schools: North Kesteham Academy and the Sir Robert Pattinson Academy. They are next to each other on Moor Lane. The Terry O'Toole Theatre and NK Sports Centre are located at North Kesteham Academy.

Primary Schools

The town also has several primary schools. These include All Saints CE, Fosse Way Academy, Manor Farm Academy, and Ling Moor Primary.

Media and Local News

You can find local news and TV shows from BBC Yorkshire and Lincolnshire and ITV Yorkshire. TV signals come from the Belmont TV transmitter. You can also get BBC East Midlands and ITV Central from the Waltham TV transmitter.

Radio Stations

Local radio stations include BBC Radio Lincolnshire (94.9 FM) and Greatest Hits Radio Lincolnshire (102.2 FM). There are also community stations like Lincoln City Radio (103.6 FM) and Siren FM (107.3 FM), which broadcasts from the University of Lincoln.

Local Newspaper

The local newspaper for North Hykeham is the Lincolnshire Echo.

Sports and Activities

North Hykeham is home to many different sports clubs.

• North Hykeham Rugby Union Club: They play rugby at the Memorial Hall & Playing Fields Association pitch on Newark Road.
• Lincolnshire Bombers: This is a British American football team. They also play at the Memorial Hall.
• North Hykeham Sailing Club: This club hosts many competitions and boating days. It is located off Newark Road on a lake that used to be a gravel pit.
• Greenbank FC: This is the largest junior football club in the county.
• Lincoln & District Runners: This club is for amateur running and walking. They meet every Tuesday at the NK leisure centre.

Town Twinning

Since 1988, North Hykeham has been twinned with Denzlingen. Denzlingen is a town in Germany with about 13,500 people. It is located north of Freiburg in Baden-Württemberg. Town twinning means two towns in different countries become partners to promote cultural exchange and understanding.

See also

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