Great Places to Live: Bingham, Nottinghamshire

There are many great places to live in Nottinghamshire, one of the smallest and loveliest being the little market town of Bingham, 9 miles east of the city of Nottingham, nestled right in the beautiful countryside, surrounded on all sides by lush green fields and close to the gorgeous Vale of Belvoir, Belvoir Castle, Cotgrave Country Park and Belton House.

Belton House

According to Cornelius Brown in his book, A History of Nottinghamshire 1896, “Bingham is a substantially-built little town, and has a history which goes back to very early times.” In fact, Romans built a fortress on the site of the village which was then known as Margidunum, close to the Fosse Way, a Roman road that linked Exeter to Lincoln, and a settlement 8 miles away on the River Trent at East Stoke. There is still a smattering of historical buildings and listed properties about the town with St Mary and All Saints' church, being the oldest in the town - building started in 1225 and still contains the tomb of Richard of Bingham who was Sheriff of Nottingham in 1302. Today this small market town is home to many independent local businesses as well as high street favourites like Costa Coffee. There is also a leisure centre, tennis, rugby, football and sports clubs, train station, and many other local amenities.

Bingham Town Centre

If you like socialising close to home without the need to go into Nottingham, Bingham has something for everyone. The Wheatsheaf Pub is a cosy establishment with a good selection of beers and cocktails, plus outdoor seating for the summer months, while The Horse & Plough is great for vegans with a lovely selection of dishes. There are also several takeaways and cafes and some smaller independent eateries like Rose & May who serve English favourites like ploughman’s platters and warm cheese scones.

Bingham

Ideally situated for the daily commute or weekend activities with the family, Nottingham is a 20 minute train journey from Bingham on the EMR line or a 30 minute journey by car. Derby is a little further away and can be reached in approximately 1 hour by either car or train. Thanks to the A46 you can reach Leicester in 35 minutes by car. To the north, Newark-on-Trent is 20 minutes by car and Lincoln just under an hour by car.

There is a good selection of local schools in the immediate area.

Nurseries & Pre-schools: Bingham Day Nursery, Buttercross Pre-school, Serendipitys Day Nursery Bingham, Munchkins Childminding, Radcliffe Infant and Nursery School, Radcliffe On Trent Pre-School Playgroup, Millfield Nursery School.

Primary Schools: Carnarvon Primary School, Bingham Robert Miles Infant School, Robert Miles Junior School, Radcliffe Infant and Nursery School, Archbishop Cranmer C. of E. Primary Academy, Cropwell Bishop Primary School, Gunthorpe C of E Primary School, St Peter's CE Primary School, Radcliffe on Trent Junior School, St Peter's CE Primary School, Radcliffe on Trent Junior School.

Secondary Schools: Toot Hill School, South Nottinghamshire Academy.

Special Schools: Ash Lea School.

Romans' Quarter is a semi-rural development of 2, 3, 4 and 5 bed homes bordered by open countryside and just a short walk from the centre of Bingham. 4 bed homes are priced from £279,995 to £329,995. You could save up to £22,000 on your brand new home with Barratts Movemaker scheme, they could pay your estate agent fees. You can also use the Help to Buy scheme and purchase your new home with just a 5% deposit.

The 'Kingsville' bedroom 2

Featured home: Plot 210, the 'Kingsville' a bright and flexible four bedroom, three-storey home priced from £299,995. Downstairs is a stylish kitchen with family and dining areas and the fourth bedroom, which can be used as a study. On the first floor, you’ll find the relaxing lounge area and the spacious master bedroom, with an en suite. Upstairs to the second floor, you’ll find a double bedroom, a single bedroom and family bathroom. Upgraded open-plan kitchen worth £4,000*. Upgraded bathroom worth £950*. Flooring throughout worth £3,900*. Just a 5% deposit with Help to Buy. This property includes a garage with driveway parking for two cars. From Barratt Homes

The 'Kingsville' study