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Welcome to Welby

Welcome to Welby

Welby Parish

Welby is a small, quaint village within the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire. It lies 4.5 miles north-east of Grantham with a population of approximately 169 in 82 households (taken from the 2011 census). 

Ropsley Quarry HGVs using minor roads

It has been noticed that Quarry HGVs in particular Hughes have been using minor roads in contravention of planning conditions. 

The quarry operator has been informed and they have informed the drivers of the requirement.

If anyone sees further contraventions please use the email link below to report it.

Dev_PlanningEnforcem@lincolnshire.gov.uk. 

Dog Fouling on Red Lane

Sadly we have to report that there is a noticeable increase of dog fouling and the resultant waste not being picked up, particularly on Red Lane. This is despite the presence of the Parish Council provided bin in that area.

We ask and remind all residents and responsible dog owners to please pick up and dispose of dog waste created by their pets.

Red Lane is a byway which is covers under the same laws as a pavement and thus people who do not pick up after their pets are liable to be fined under existing legislation.

Like you, we want to keep our village and its surroundings in a pleasant condition so we ask that this is part of doing exactly that.

South Kesteven District Council Planning Policy – have your say

South Kesteven District Council – Planning Policy Notification – Consultations and Local Plan Timetable

 

SKDC are seeking your comments on the Draft Statement of Community Involvement and Draft Design Code, along with supporting documents.

Draft Statement of Community Involvement Consultation

Friday 13th March to Friday 24th April 2026

 

The Council is inviting comments on the Draft Statement of Community Involvement. The Statement of Community Involvement sets out standard, a methodology, and arrangements on how the Council will consult and report back to those engage in the process. It explains how people can get involved at each stage of plan making and during the consideration of planning applications.

 

The Statement of Community Involvement presents arrangements for carrying out a consultation to establish a two-way process between the community and Council. Additionally, it provides the community with opportunities to help shape their local areas, and creates a transparent, fair, and open planning process.

 

The Draft Statement of Community Involvement along with further information is available to view on the Council’s website – www.southkesteven.gov.uk/planning-building-control/planning-policy-local-plans/statement-community-involvement

 

If you wish to comment on the Draft Statement of Community Involvement, please ensure your response is received by 11:59pm on Friday 24th April 2026.

 

Draft Design Code Consultation

Monday 16th March to Monday 27th April 2026

 

South Kesteven District Council is producing a Design Code for the District. The code will set standards for how buildings, streets and public spaces should look, feel and function. 

 

From Monday 16th March, the Draft Design Code and supporting documents (including District Characterisation Studies) will be available on the Council’s website - www.southkesteven.gov.uk/designcode

 

Information Sheets on engagement, the Design Code, District Characterisation, and Area Types will also be available to view online.

 

If you wish to comment on the Draft Design Code Consultation, please ensure that your response is received by 11:59pm on Monday 27 April 2026.

 

 

How to Comment on the Consultations

 

You can submit comments in the following ways:

You will need to set up an account online. Guidance on how to use the portal is available at the link above.

  • Post to Planning Policy Team, South Kesteven District Council, Council Offices, The Picture House, St Catherine’s Road, Grantham, NG31 6TT.

 

Response forms can be downloaded from the Council’s website.

Please note copies of all comments will be made available for the public to view, including the name of the responder who submitted the representation; therefore, your response cannot be treated as confidential. The Council will not make public any personal addresses or signatures.

 

Local Plan Timetable - Revised Local Development Scheme 2026-2029

 

The Council has updated its Local Development Scheme to show the revised timetable for preparing the South Kesteven Local Plan. The revised timetable reflects an update to the Regulation 19 consultation, while the submission of the Local Plan remains scheduled for December 2026.

 

The revised Local Development Scheme (2026-2029) can be found at the link below

www.southkesteven.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2026-01/Local%20Development%20Scheme%202026%20-%202029.pdf

 

The next stage of consultation on the new Local Plan will be on the Regulation 19 Pre-Submission Local Plan which is due to take place in September – October 2026.

 

For more information on the new Local Plan please visit the following webpage: www.southkesteven.gov.uk/localplanreview

 

April start for food waste recycling in South Kesteven

Residents of South Kesteven will benefit from a food waste recycling service from Monday, April 13th.

The country-wide initiative, driven by new national requirements, marks a significant step forward in sustainable waste management and environmental responsibility.

Under the new scheme, in February every South Kesteven household will receive two food waste caddies - a small indoor caddy for daily use and a larger outdoor caddy for weekly collections.

Residents will also be provided with an initial roll of caddy liners to help them get started.

The process is simple – plate scrapings, peelings, tea bags, coffee grounds, and other food waste can be placed in the liner, tied up, and transferred to the outdoor caddy for weekly collection.

Collected food waste will then be sent to a specialist anaerobic digestion facility, where it will be converted into renewable energy and nutrient-rich fertiliser. This also supports local farming and helps power homes and businesses.

By separating food waste, residents can better understand what they’re throwing away, potentially saving money and helping reduce council waste management costs. The new system is more efficient and supports vital local services.

Everyone will be contacted in advance with specific details about when collections will begin and how to participate. The food waste caddies can be used from Monday 6th April, ahead of the first weekly collection.

Cabinet Member for Environment and Waste, Cllr Rhys Baker, said: “Many residents are already enthusiastic recyclers and I am sure they will embrace this new system to see where it can take us.

“This is a simple change with a powerful impact. Together, we can reduce waste, generate clean energy, and make Lincolnshire greener for generations to come.”

For more information, go to http://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/foodwaste and for tips and recipes to help waste less food and save money, go to https://lovefoodhatewaste.com 

FAQs

Will my bin collection days change? Bin collection days won't be changing again. The kerbside food waste caddy should be put out for collection on the same day as your regular collections at the same time as you present your black, silver or paper/card bins each week.

I compost my waste - is this still a service for me? Yes. You shouldn't put bread, meat, fish, dairy or any cooked food in your compost. Using the food waste caddy means you can recycle all these types of food which shouldn't be composted at home as they could attract vermin.

I don't have room for the indoor food waste caddy: Simply use the outside caddy. The kitchen caddy is only five litres and is designed to be kept on a kitchen work surface or under the sink. However, if you don't want to use the small kitchen caddy, simply place your bagged food waste directly into the larger 23 litre food waste caddy, which you can keep outside.

Many more FAQs online at: www.southkesteven.gov.uk/foodwaste

Solar Farms - Current Status

The current status of the various solar farms around Welby is as follows:

  1. Ash Tree Solar Farm: application was initially refused by SKDC but an appeal had been granted and planning permission was subsequently approved. For details follow the links below.
  2. Welby Solar Farm: a full planning application has been submitted and was approved by SKDC.
  3. Church Lane Solar Farm: an EIA (environmental Impact Assessment) Screening Opinion was requested which does not require a planning permission. A full planning application had been submitted. This closed for public comment on 29 April 2024. Welby Parish Council have submitted comments. SKDC refused planning permission on 11 July 2024 but an appeal had been lodged. Planning permission was granted on 15 January 2025 by an Inspector appointed by the Secretary of State.
  4. Glebe Farm solar farm: although the proposed site is (just) outside the parish council boundaries, the proposed cable route will involve digging up main street to connect the solar farm to the Londonthorpe substation. For details follow the links below. SKDC refused planning permission on 14 October 2025.

The Church Lane Solar Farm proposal is probably of the most concern as it is by far the closest to the village. The full planning application for Church Lane Solar Farm has been submitted and Welby Parish Council have commented. An open forum was held so villagers could express their views which were taken into account.

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Areas of responsibility:

* Homeowners are generally responsible for all pipes and connections within their property boundaries.

* Anglian Water is responsible for both the mains water supply and the sewage drains in the village (outside peoples’ properties).

* Lincolnshire County Council is responsible for the stormwater drains in the village (outside peoples’ properties).

* Lincolnshire County Council (Highways Department) is also responsible for the roads in the village.

* South Kesteven District Council is responsible for the sweeping of the roads in the village.

* South Kesteven District Council is also responsible for the street lights within the village.

* National Grid (Western Power Distribution) is responsible for the electricity cables in the village (outside peoples' properties).

Picture of Long Row, Main Street Welby

Welby History

Welby Church

St. Bartholomew’s Church

Monthly Prayer Evenings

Starting on 17th September 7pm at 2 The Bungalows. Please join us for a quiet hour of music, readings and reflection with Revd June.

Crown & Anchor Pub

Crown & Anchor Pub

Meliora Aldercron Relief in Sickness Charity

Meliora's Charity

Meliora's is a small charity working in the parishes of Heydour, Culverthorpe with Kelby, and Welby. We help residents in need who are sick, convalescent, disabled, handicapped or infirm by funding items, services, and facilities that are not available from other sources. If you think we can help please contact the Clerk, Mark Hill at rmhill@mossops.co.uk. All contacts are dealt with in strictest confidence.

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Litter Picking Kits

Lincolnshire County Council have made available a number of litter picking kits consisting of a litter picking stick, clear refuse sacks and a hi-visibility vest. Anybody wishing to borrow one or more of these kits, please contact the parish clerk. These are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and can be borrowed for any desired period of time. The kits officially remain the property of Lincolnshire County Council.

Citizens Advice

Citizens Advice

SID

SID in operation in Welby

Welby Community Speedwatch

Welby Community Speedwatch

Zero Tolerance Policy

We will not tolerate abusive language or threatening behaviour against any member of Welby Parish Council. Such behaviour may result in the offender being reported to the appropriate authorities and/or any further measures as appropriate.

Contacting the Parish Council

Please note that the Parish Council can be contacted in any of the following 3 ways:

  • Contact a councillor directly and this can be done by approaching the councillor in person, via email or via phone.
  • Email or write to the Clerk and the item will then be raised as a Residents Issue at the next Parish Council meeting. The matter will then be discussed as part of the agenda and minuted accordingly.
  • Attend a parish council meeting and raise the issue in Public Questions.

The Parish Council will not consider issues raised indirectly to avoid any possibility of confusion or misunderstanding.