Colsterworth

Colsterworth is a village and civil parish in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. It lies on the western edge of the county, close to the A1 road, about six miles southwest of Grantham. The parish includes the hamlet of Woolsthorpe-by-Colsterworth, best known for Woolsthorpe Manor, the birthplace of Isaac Newton. The manor is now a National Trust property and a major landmark for visitors interested in Newton’s early life and work conducted there.

Governance in Colsterworth falls within the South Kesteven district and Lincolnshire County Council for local government. It is part of the Grantham and Stamford parliamentary constituency. The village operates a local parish council and relies on nearby towns for a wider range of services and facilities.

Facilities and economy in Colsterworth are centered on village life, with basic amenities such as shops, a pub, and a primary school serving residents. More extensive services, employment, and education facilities are available in Grantham. The Colsterworth Services roadside rest area on the A1 is a notable transport landmark along the major route linking Lincolnshire with the north and south of England.

Transport in the area is dominated by the A1, which provides indirect access to regional towns and cities. The nearest mainline railway services are available from Grantham, which connects to national networks. Colsterworth’s historical association with Isaac Newton remains a notable aspect of its identity.