North Lincolnshire

North Lincolnshire is an administrative region that combines farmland, industrial areas around Scunthorpe, and coastal zones along the Humber Estuary. The territory links several towns and rural areas across rolling and flat landscapes.

The region was created in 1996 following the dissolution of Humberside County Council, bringing together several municipal areas into a single administrative unit. This reorganization shaped the area's current governance structure and local services.

The Haxey Hood festival in January brings together a community for a traditional event where participants move a leather tube toward local buildings in an informal competition. This gathering shows how local customs remain important to residents who gather each year to continue this long-standing practice.

The region is accessible by train and car, with Scunthorpe serving as the main commercial hub. Visitors exploring coastal areas should expect longer drives from the industrial zones in the south.

The Humber Bridge connects the territory to Yorkshire via a suspension bridge structure that carries vehicles and pedestrians across the water. This structure serves as a key connection allowing movement between the two regions.

Location: Lincolnshire

Location: Yorkshire and the Humber

Inception: April 1, 1996

Capital city: Scunthorpe

Part of: Lincolnshire

Website: http://northlincs.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.60000,-0.65000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:05