Things To Do near Spilsby Community Library
Horncastle Market, Horncastle (approx. 9 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 9 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.
William Marwood, Horncastle (approx. 9 miles away)
William Marwood was born in Horncastle, 1818, and was a hangman for the British government. He developed the technique of hanging known as the "long drop".The "long drop" technique ensured that the prisoners' neck was broken instantly at the end of the drop, resulting in the prisoner dying of asphyx...
Elmhirst Lakes fishery, Horncastle (approx. 9 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...
St Mary's Church, Horncastle (approx. 9 miles away)
This Anglican parish church, seating approximately 700 people, is mostly built of green Spilsby sandstone. Parts of the Church date from the early 13th century.
Woodthorpe Hall Garden Centre, Alford (approx. 9 miles away)
The Woodthorpe Hall Garden Centre offers a complete day out with something for everyone.With easy parking and a relaxed atmosphere the centre is more than a hub of garden equipment. Shoppers will find staff extremely helpful and sharing a genuine passion for gardening. There is always someone on han...
Welcome To Dinothorpe, Alford (approx. 9 miles away)
The Woodthorpe Hall Garden Centre offers a complete day out with something for everyone.The new Dinothorpe exhibition is stunning. Confined in a small and covered area is a collection of moving and roaring Dinosaur models that photos cannot do justice. With easy parking and a relaxed atmosphere the...
Manor House, Horncastle (approx. 9 miles away)
Horncastle is a market town in the East Lindsey district of the county.The Manor House, a Grade II listed Georgian town residence, was built during the 18th century, fashioned in red brick with some limestone rubble and ashlar to the rear, a plain tiled roof with stone coped gables and stacks.It sta...
Horncastle Bridge, Horncastle (approx. 9 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
Horncastle Tourist Information Centre, Horncastle (approx. 9 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.
River Bain, Horncastle (approx. 9 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...
Skegness Town AFC, Skegness (approx. 9 miles away)
The club was founded in January 1947, as successor to the town's two pre-war clubs Skegness United and Skegness Blue Rovers. After a season in the Boston & District League (using Wainfleet Road Recreation Ground) and then the East Lincs Combination (at the former ground of United in Richmond Driv...
Skegness Rugby Club, Skegness (approx. 10 miles away)
Skegness rugby club is located on Wainfleet road, next to the town's football ground. There are several teams featuring in different leagues including a junior team. Please contact the club directly for further information.
The Village Church Farm, Skegness (approx. 10 miles away)
The Village Church Farm, formerly known as Church Farm Museum, is an open-air museum of local and agricultural history. There are a number of traditional indigenous buildings, including a thatched "mud and stud" cottage, moved from the nearby village of Withern, an original 18th-century farmhouse...
Tilting Gate Weir, Thornton (approx. 10 miles away)
The Tilting Gate Weir is near Thornton on the River Bain. The Bain 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 War...