Waddingham

Waddingham is a village and civil parish in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It lies in the East Midlands region and forms part of the rural landscape of the county. The parish covers a small area of countryside surrounding the village center and is primarily agricultural.

The name Waddingham is of Old English origin, with -ham denoting a homestead or settlement. It is commonly interpreted as meaning the homestead associated with a person named Wadding.

Historically, Waddingham developed as a modest farming community through the medieval period. The local parish church has long served as a focal point for worship and community life, and many residents have historically commuted to nearby towns for work.

In contemporary administration, Waddingham is a civil parish within the West Lindsey district. Local services are provided by West Lindsey District Council and Lincolnshire County Council, and the parish has its own elected parish council to address village matters.