Things To Do near River Welland
St Mary's Church, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
The "Mother Church" as it is sometimes called is noticeable for its large broach spire. The earliest parts of the church date from the late 12th century, but the tower is early 13th century.A broach spire is a tall pyramidal or conical structure usually on the top of a tower or a turret. It starts o...
Stamford Town Hall, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
Purpose-built in 1778 and is today used as a magistrates court. Presently houses an extensive collection of regalia and historic Stamford memorabilia.
Burghley Park Golf Club, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
Situated in the lovely parkland surrounding Burghley House and located on the outskirts of Stamford, one of England's finest towns, Burghley Park is a superbly conditioned private golf club that extends a very warm welcome to all. Burghley Park Golf Club welcomes all visitors on week days and...
Town Bridge, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
The town bridge in Stamford crossing the River Welland.
East Bank Lighthouse, Sutton Bridge (approx. 16 miles away)
The East and the West Bank Lighthouses in Sutton Bridge are both Grade II listed buildings. Both are described as early 19th century structures with 20th century alterations. Both are brick built, and have been rendered and colour washed. They each consist of a single central red brick stack o...
West Bank Lighthouse, Sutton Bridge (approx. 16 miles away)
The East and the West Bank Lighthouses in Sutton Bridge are both Grade II listed buildings. Both are described as early 19th century structures with 20th century alterations. Both are brick built, and have been rendered and colour washed. They each consist of a single central red brick stack o...
St John's Church, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
Founded sometime in the 12th century and rebuilt c1451. It now has a 15th century exterior which belies the main feature within.Rows of wooden angels with extended wings line the nave and chancel roof.
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
St. Martin's was founded c1146 but due to deterioration was entirely rebuilt during the second half of the 15th century. Little has been altered since.The church houses the tombs of the Cecil family of Burghley House. Also, Daniel Lambert, the biggest man in England during the Georgian period is bur...
Red Lion Square, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
Stamford's ancient market place and pretty much the centre of Stamford. The building running along the south side of the square is thought to be a late medieval wool hall.
All Saints Church, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
Recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, All Saints stands as one of Stamford's oldest churches.Located between All Saints' Place and Red Lion Square, it dominates the market area between the Danish borough and the Castle area.Little remains of the original structure, some 12th century masonry in the...
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
The George of Stamford is a beautiful coaching inn with log fires, oak panelled restaurant, a walled monastery garden and cobbled courtyard. The exact age of is not known, but historians have referred to it as "A very ancient hostelry, once belonging to the Abbots of Croyland". It's possible therefo...
Barn Hill, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
One of Stamford's most attractive and well-preserved streets. This picturesque cobbled stoned street provided key locations for the BBC TV series Middlemarch and the film The Golden Bowl.
Maud Foster Windmill, Boston (approx. 16 miles away)
Built in 1819 over a 5 month period for the Reckitt family. Mechanical problems had forced the mills closure in 1948 but in 1988 it was restored to working order and re-opened. It is one of the tallest working windmills in the UK and if visiting, you can climb all 7 floors and view the mill in actio...
Queen Eleanor's 12 Crosses, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
The Eleanor Crosses were 12 stone monuments erected for King Edward I's wife Queen Eleanor following her death in 1290. Each monument represents a resting place used when taking her body to London.Stamford erected a modern monument inspired by the "lost cross". It can be found in Sheepmarket, rather...
St Gilbert's Church, Brothertoft (approx. 16 miles away)
Dedicated to St Gilbert of Sempringham, the church was part of the chapelry of Kirton in the early 19th century and was owned by the Lord of the Manor. The building was rebuilt during the early part of the 19th century and named in honour of St Gilbert in 1922. Today the church is open and servic...