Things To Do near Hillcrest Hotel
The Handley Monument, Sleaford (approx. 17 miles away)
The Handleys were a prominent family in Sleaford during the late 18th century and early 19th century. An offshoot of the notable Newark family, the Handleys of Sleaford came to hold position as lawyers, bankers, politicians and clerics in the town and attained great wealth and holdings in the are...
Horncastle Bridge, Horncastle (approx. 17 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
Sleaford Striders Athletic Club, Sleaford (approx. 17 miles away)
Sleaford Striders is an Athletics Club based at Sleaford Football Club. Founded in 1984 and affiliated to England Athletics, we are a small friendly club for all abilities aged 6 and above. We meet every Thursday night (please confirm this via the website) for social running, jogging and walki...
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 17 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.
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 17 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. 17 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
Sleaford Museum, Sleaford (approx. 17 miles away)
Tucked away on Sleaford’s busy high street is a new museum of local history. In a specially designed building it is home to artefacts and stories that portray fascinating aspects of the town and area’s unique past. Exhibitions in its colourful interior change frequently and visitors are unite...
Stacks Funhouse, Sleaford (approx. 17 miles away)
Our family run facility is bursting at the seams with play equipment and slides built to stimulate and challenge children of all abilities. Our mission is to provide our customers with an outstanding experience for all of the family. Are you brave enough to take on the drop slide? Come and fin...
Elmhirst Lakes fishery, Horncastle (approx. 17 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...
Boston Road Recreation Ground, Sleaford (approx. 17 miles away)
A very popular park in the town of Sleaford. There are open lawns, mature trees, benches, an enclosed toddler playground, toilets, a refreshment kiosk, tennis courts and a newly-relaid skate park. Ideal for all ages. Busy at weekends. * image courtesy Mark Suffield
Coningsby Railway Bridge, Coningsby (approx. 17 miles away)
The Kirkstead and Little Steeping Railway, locally known as the New Line, was a railway line linking the East Lincolnshire Railway to the Lincoln to Boston railway through the fens. Open in 1913 by GNR it was built to improve access from Lancashire and Yorkshire industrial centres to the seaside...
Wolds Walking Festival, Donington on Bain (approx. 17 miles away)
Launching from the pretty village of Donington-on-Bain on 21 May we can promise 16 days of really good walking in and around the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, until our festival finale at Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens National Trust property on 5 June. We've got 114...
Roman Remains, Horncastle (approx. 17 miles away)
During the 4th century, the occupying Roman army built a fort at Horncastle but the town was not on any important roads, suggesting that the River Bain was the principal route of access. Roman Horncastle has become known as Banovallum (i.e. "Wall on the River Bain") – this name has been adopted...
21 Mile Poacher Country Cycle Route, Horncastle (approx. 17 miles away)
For something easier on the legs, there is no shortage of circular day rides to be found in Lincolnshire. Horncastle is a market town in the East Lindsey district of the county, set within valleys and winding streams, sweeping beautiful countryside. Please visit the link below for content that...
Horncastle Library, Horncastle (approx. 17 miles away)
Horncastle Library is one of many splendid lending libraries within the county and is brimming with well stocked bookshelves covering a wide selection of genres. Organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly there is comfortable seating and helpful staff on hand with any questions or inquiries you...