Torksey Lincolnshire Map

About Torksey

The landscape surrounding Torksey offers a gentle, agricultural character, typical of the Lincolnshire Wolds. It lies 11.6 km south-south-east of Gainsborough (from Gainsborough: bearing 166°T, OS grid SK 846 787), and is situated north-east of Torksey Lock village. Historically, Torksey was a significant port on the River Trent, with evidence of Roman settlement and a thriving medieval market. Today, the economy of Torksey is largely agricultural, with arable farming dominating the surrounding fields. The parish church of St. Peter stands as a notable landmark, its origins tracing back to Norman times. The proximity to the Trent provides opportunities for watersports and leisure activities, contributing to the peaceful, rural atmosphere of Torksey.

About This Torksey Map Page

Explore Torksey, Lincolnshire, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 53.299173, -0.731887. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.