Leven village
It is believed that the village of Little Leven began as far back as the days of the ancient Britons, though Neolithic and Bronze Age occupation of the area is known. Finds from Leven 'Carrs' (marshy land) have included axe heads, leaf-shaped swords, and a spearhead. The 1892 Bulmer's Directory of Hull and the East Riding states that the Manor of Leven was given to the church of St John of Beverley by Edward the Confessor, and is listed in the Domesday Book as being amongst its possessions.
After the dissolution of the monasteries in 1547, ownership of the land reverted to the Crown, and was bought by Sir Marmaduke Constable in 1557. Around 1612 it appears that Sir Thomas Gresham owned some of the land, having received it as a gift from Queen Elizabeth I.
Today Leven is a small quaint village and is a perfect place for the equestrian center, with many nature trails throughout the village. Linley Hill Airfield is located just outside the village and is home to a number of flying activities including Hull Aero Club which was founded in the 1920s and featured Amy Johnson amongst former students.
After the dissolution of the monasteries in 1547, ownership of the land reverted to the Crown, and was bought by Sir Marmaduke Constable in 1557. Around 1612 it appears that Sir Thomas Gresham owned some of the land, having received it as a gift from Queen Elizabeth I.
Today Leven is a small quaint village and is a perfect place for the equestrian center, with many nature trails throughout the village. Linley Hill Airfield is located just outside the village and is home to a number of flying activities including Hull Aero Club which was founded in the 1920s and featured Amy Johnson amongst former students.
