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Here’s a historic snapshot of All Hallows' Church—a standout landmark in Gedling’s rich past.
The Captivating History of Gedling
Origins & Name
Gedling’s roots trace back to Saxon times, believed to be named after a Saxon chief, Gedl—where Gedl-ing translates to "Gedl’s people." He is thought to have disembarked from the River Trent, settling near what is now All Hallows' Church (Wikipedia). Gedling appears in the Domesday Book of 1086 under variants like Ghellinge, Gedlinga, and Geddlings (Oocities).
Agrarian Roots & Sherwood Forest
Located historically within the Sherwood Forest region, Gedling thrived as a small farming settlement, with ridge-and-furrow marks reflecting centuries of agricultural use (fghw.org.uk).
Medieval Landmark: All Hallows' Church
At the heart of the village stands All Hallows' Church, with an entrance dating back to 1089. Over centuries, the site has seen several reconstructions, possibly built atop even earlier religious structures from as early as 678 AD (Wikipedia).
Enclosure & Landscape Transformation (Late 18th Century)
The enclosure acts of 1794–1796 dramatically changed Gedling—converting communal land into privatized plots and initiating the construction of estates like Gedling House. Surrounding woods and meadows were landscaped to neoclassical tastes, reshaping the village setting (fghw.org.uk).
Industrial Era: Colliery and Connectivity
The opening of Gedling Colliery in 1899 marked a turning point—ushering in rapid growth and urbanisation. By the 1960s, the mine produced over a million tonnes of coal annually and was known as the "pit of all nations" for its diverse workforce; about 10% of workers in that era came from the Caribbean (Wikipedia). After its closure in 1991, the site was transformed into Gedling Country Park, which officially opened in 2015, featuring café Café 1899, playgrounds, trails, and heritage facilities (Wikipedia).
Railway Link: Gedling & Carlton Station
Serving the village and nearby Carlton, the Gedling & Carlton railway station opened in 1876 under the Great Northern Railway but closed to passengers in 1960, with the line eventually shutting entirely in the mid-1990s (Wikipedia).
Modern Era & Local Governance
Gedling today is a distinct settlement—part of the Borough of Gedling, which was formed in 1974 and takes its name from the village. While once a separate civil parish, Gedling was absorbed into the Carlton urban district in 1935 (Wikipedia).
Nature & Heritage Preservation
The area also boasts local nature reserves—Gedling House Woods and Meadows, formerly part of historic estate grounds—designated in the 1990s and 2000s for conservation and public enjoyment (fghw.org.uk).