Waithe

Waithe is a village and civil parish in Lincolnshire, England. It is a small rural community with an agricultural heritage that has shaped its landscape and settlement pattern for centuries. The parish comprises the village center and surrounding farmland, with fields, hedgerows and drainage features typical of the Lincolnshire countryside.

The history of Waithe is evidenced in medieval records and later parish documents that indicate a long-standing agrarian settlement. Over the centuries, Waithe developed as a small rural parish, with landholding and parish life reflecting broader patterns seen in rural Lincolnshire.

In terms of governance, Waithe is a civil parish and is governed locally by a parish council or parish meeting, with responsibilities for local amenities and planning advice. At higher levels, it lies within the jurisdiction of a district council and Lincolnshire County Council.

The population of Waithe has remained small, and the local economy is primarily agricultural, with farm operations and related rural services providing employment for residents. Some residents commute to nearby towns for work and access to services.

The built environment in Waithe is characterized by traditional Lincolnshire style cottages and farmhouses set among the surrounding countryside. The village remains part of the broader rural landscape of Lincolnshire, contributing to the area's regional identity and rural character.

See also: List of villages in Lincolnshire.