Irving Patrick Consulting has been commissioned by East Lindsey District Council (ELDC) to review and update the Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan for fourteen areas in East Lindsey.
The areas under review are: Binbrook, Burgh le Marsh, Hundleby, Louth, North Thoresby, Old Bolingbroke, Raithby, Revesby, South Willingham, Tattershall, Thimbleby, Woodhall Spa, Wragby, Manby.
Conservation Area Assessments for Horncastle, Spilsby, Alford and Wainfleet (carried out by Heritage Lincolnshire for ELDC) were released in December 2025, and can be found in draft here.
What is a Conservation Area?
A Conservation Area is a place with special architectural or historic interest, recognised for its distinctive character and sense of place. These areas are protected not only to preserve what is valued, but also to ensure that any changes enhance and respect their unique qualities.
Local councils carefully manage Conservation Areas so that new development and alterations are well-designed and contribute positively to the area. While this can mean additional permissions are sometimes needed, it aims to maintain attractive streets, protect historic features, and safeguard the setting of homes for the long term.
Living in a Conservation Area often brings wider benefits. The character of the neighbourhood is more likely to be retained, trees and green spaces receive additional protection, and there are greater opportunities for residents to have a say in planning decisions through public consultation.
What’s happening now?
Drop-in sessions September & October 2026
Further informal drop-in sessions will be held on Saturday mornings at the following venues. Please do come along and share your views about any of the conservation areas:
Manby – Saturday 19 September @ Grimoldby & Manby Village Hall, 10am to midday
Binbrook – Saturday 26 September @ Binbrook Reading Room, 10am to midday
Revesby – Saturday 3 October @ Revesby Village Hall, 10am to midday
Spilsby – Saturday 24 October @ Spilsby Methodist Hall, 10am to midday
August 2026 Update
The team has continued the walkover surveys, with the aim of concluding these by the end of September. Photographs and updates for each area can be seen below. We are very grateful to everyone who has contributed to the process so far.
June 2026 Update
Thank you to everyone who attended our recent drop-in sessions in Louth, Horncastle, Spilsby and Wragby and to all those who have shared their thoughts and insights so far. Your local knowledge and feedback are invaluable in helping us better understand the character of these conservation areas, as well as the issues, concerns and opportunities that exist within them.
Although the initial drop-in sessions have now taken place, there is still plenty of opportunity to get involved and share your views with us (contact details below). We are also in the process of organising additional drop-in sessions to provide more opportunities for people to participate. Details of venues and dates will be shared here as soon as they are confirmed.
In the meantime, we encourage residents, visitors, property owners and anyone with an interest in local heritage to continue sending us their comments and suggestions.
All information given to date has been recorded and will be passed on to East Lindsey District Council for consideration as part of the conservation area appraisal process.
Drop-in sessions May 2026
Louth – Wednesday 27 May @ The Mason’s Arms, Habits Lounge, 11am to 2pm
Horncastle – Thursday 28 May @ Horncastle Community Centre, Small Hall, 11am to 2pm
Spilsby – Friday 29 May @ Spilsby Methodist Chapel, 11am to 2pm
Wragby – Friday 29 May @ the Community Market, Reload centre, 10am to 2pm
Are my views important?
Absolutely. Your views help us understand how the conservation area and its heritage shape the local sense of place, including how people experience, value, and benefit from the environment. We’re particularly interested in what you feel is important about local buildings, spaces, and character areas; places that support wellbeing; the advantages and challenges of living or managing property here; pressures for change; areas that have improved or declined; and any mapping or boundary issues you’ve noticed.
How can I share my views?
You are welcome to provide feedback in whichever way suits you best:
Written comments (email is perfectly acceptable); a meeting in person; a telephone conversation; an online meeting via Microsoft Teams.
E: YourView@IrvingPatrick.co.uk
T: 01522 452254
OS Maps data licenced by ELDC
This project is supported by the East Lindsey Investment Fund
