Things To Do near Twincott Cottage
Ruskington Garden Centre, Ruskington (approx. 5 miles away)
Open seven days a week, Ruskington Garden Centre is set in a lovely rural surrounding, in the beautiful village of Ruskington. A family run business, the centre is owned by the Elkington family who have farmed in Lincolnshire for many generations and are proud to offer traditional values. Ther...
Coningsby Railway Bridge, Coningsby (approx. 6 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...
All Saints Parish Church, Ruskington (approx. 6 miles away)
Ruskington is a large village and civil parish in the North Kesteven district of the county, located on the north-south B1188 road and slightly north of the A153 road. All Saints Parish Church has been in existence since the 11th century. The Norman stone building replaced an earlier Anglo Saxon...
Ruskington Community Library, Ruskington (approx. 6 miles away)
The first point of contact for internal operations is Library Development Officer, Judith Hibbitt. Offering a wide range of free to borrow books the library is well organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly. Staff are helpful and will be happy to answer any questions or inquiries you might h...
St Mary's & All Saints Church, South Kyme (approx. 6 miles away)
The Anglican parish church in South Kyme is dedicated to St. Mary and All Saints and dates back to the Norman era. It was during the 12th Century that Philip de Kyme, Sheriff of Lincolnshire, founded a priory in South Kyme for Augustine Canons, dedicating it to St. Mary. The historic...
Ruskington Railway Station, Ruskington (approx. 6 miles away)
Ruskington railway station opened in 1882 as part of the Great Northern and Great Eastern Joint Railway between Sleaford and Lincoln Central. Closed in 1961 it was reopened in 1975 and is owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains who provide all rail services. The station is un...
South Kyme Tower, South Kyme (approx. 6 miles away)
South Kyme is a small village and civil parish in the North Kesteven district of the county. On a site to the west of the village stands the Grade I listed Kyme Tower. This was a medieval castle which is believed to have been built during the late 14th century by Gilbert de Umfraville, third Earl...
Nocton Hall Ruins, Nocton (approx. 6 miles away)
Nocton Hall is a Grade II listed building in the village of Nocton and sits behind safety barriers. The plaque on the north face of the Hall indicates that the original building dates back to about 1530 but since then there have been two notable reconstructions. Several prominent people have b...
Tupholme Abbey Ruins, Bardney (approx. 6 miles away)
Now ruins, Tupholme Abbey is one of only a few with standing remains of the original monastic buildings in addition to the archaeological remains below ground. The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire purchased this site in 1988 and is preserving this ancient monument for future generations. The sur...
Haverholme Park Lake Fishery, Sleaford (approx. 6 miles away)
Just outside Ewerby going towards Anwick is a peaceful lake seemingly in the middle of nowhere. Open all year the water is mainly carp to around 22lbs and pike to 32lbs with lots of mid doubles and jack pike, roach, bream, skimmers and gudgeon.
Ivy Lane Riding School, Coningsby (approx. 6 miles away)
Ivy Lane Riding School and Livery Stables is based in the popular village of Coningsby. A fun and friendly horse riding school lessons are availalble for experienced riders and beginners. Please contact the school for advance booking and prices.
Bardney Heritage Centre, Bardney (approx. 7 miles away)
Inspired by the diversity of the industrial heritage in the local area, Bardney Heritage Centre aims to preserve this history for the future of the village and surrounding area.A reasonable sized tea room serves hot and cold food throughout the day and you can spend the night at the station. The acc...
Phone Box Book Exchange, Kirkby on Bain (approx. 7 miles away)
The iconic red phone box has seen a resurgence and never more so than in the village of Kirkby on Bain. Lovingly refurbished by a hard-working community, it has been converted into a free book exchange. Drop off those titles cluttering up the bookshelf at home and uncover new ones you might have...
St Andrew’s Church, Ewerby (approx. 7 miles away)
In the quiet and leafy village of Ewerby stands the Anglican Church of St Andrew. It is a Grade I listed building and is an example of early 14th century Decorated style with a 172 feet (52 m) spire. In the north chancel is the recumbent effigy of Sir Alexander Aunsell, the founder of the chur...
Bainside Coarse Fishery, Kirkby on Bain (approx. 7 miles away)
On the edge of the small village of Kirkby on Bain, Bainside Coarse Fishery is open from dawn to dusk with easy adjacent parking and level access to all pegs. Close to the car park there are 3 pegs which are ideal for those who are less able to walk longer distances. It is a 13/...