Things To Do near The Forge Cottage
River Bain, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
The River Bain is a river and a tributary of the River Witham. It rises at Ludford, in the Wolds, and flows through or past the villages of Burgh on Bain, Biscathorpe, Donington on Bain, Goulceby with Asterby and Hemingby before reaching the town of Horncastle where it is joined by the River Wari...
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Edward Stanhope MP was born in London in 1840 but became a respected benefactor to Horncastle and its people. So much so that, when he died in 1893, a memorial was erected in the Market Place, leaving residents with a permanent reminder of his generosity.Today, the Stanhope Memorial, by E. H. Lingen...
Horncastle Market, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
Horncastle Tourist Information Centre, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Lincolnshire's Tourist information centres are a useful resource for planning your trip to the county. The staff are brimming with local knowledge and ideas on how to get the most out of your visit.
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
The Horncastle Canal was a broad canal which ran 11 miles from the River Witham to Horncastle. It passed through twelve locks and largely followed the course of the River Bain. Opening in 1802 it was abandoned for navigation in 1889.
Horncastle Bridge, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Behind Horncastle's quaint high street is a delightful road bridge that connects the town to a Tesco supermarket. The river is populated with chub and roach and there are always plenty of hungry ducks around. Image by Dave Hitchborne
Boston Town FC, Boston (approx. 8 miles away)
The club was established as Boston FC in 1964 by former officials of Boston United who were concerned over United's financial problems Life began at the Mayflower Sports Ground for a few months, before moving to their current ground on Tattershall Road. They joined the Lincolnshire League and won...
Elmhirst Lakes fishery, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Fishing is for holiday makers and caravan owners only. No day tickets allowed. Elmhirst Lakes is a very beautiful and peaceful holiday retreat, ideal for people seeking a relaxing break yet within an easy walk to the small town with its local inns & cafes offering go...
Snipe Dales Country Park & Nature Reserve, Winceby (approx. 8 miles away)
A country park and nature reserve on the southern edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The Greenwich Meridian, chosen as the Prime Meridian in 1884, passes through this point.Snipe Dales is one of few semi-natural wet valley systems still surviving.
War Memorial, East Keal (approx. 8 miles away)
In memory of those who gave their lives in the Great War (1914-1918).
Boston West Golf Club, Hubberts Bridge (approx. 8 miles away)
The 18-hole course at Boston West is real test of every part of your game. With water playing a big part on a lot of holes and very well positioned bunkers.Boston West also provides so much more than golf. Beside our golf complex there is the along with a number of function rooms capable of handlin...
Boston Victorian Cemetery, Boston (approx. 8 miles away)
The Victorian Cemetery, Park and Gardens consists of 15 serene acres. It has a beautiful main avenue of original mid 19th century Limes and Cedars.There is a small Chapel, a Mortuary Building and a fine Gate Lodge.Boston is a popular county town and small port, located on the east coast. As well as...
Crowders Garden Centre, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Crowders Nurseries have been trading for over 200 successful years, throughout 7 generations of the Lincolnshire based Crowder family and the centre has been open since the early 1980s.The centre has a relaxed atmosphere and customers will find staff extremely helpful and sharing a genuine passion f...
Hubberts Bridge Railway Station, Hubberts Bridge (approx. 8 miles away)
Hubberts Bridge railway station is located on the Sleaford to Boston section of the Nottingham to Skegness line. The station is now owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains. A signal box at the West end of the station supervises a level crossing and the western end of the sing...