Things To Do near Old Foundry Cottage
Lincoln Central Library, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
The public library in the historic city of Lincoln is a very special place. The first lending library opened its doors near the end of the 19th century, in 1895, and operated from the Assembly Rooms building in the centre of the city. It was replaced by the new site on Free School Lane in 1914....
Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
Originally a church founded in the 950s to help evangelise the area.Begun in 1072 on the orders of William The Conqueror and a masterpiece of English Gothic architecture. Most of the building was completed in the thirteenth century.It's believed that Lincoln Cathedral was the tallest building in the...
Church of Saint Mary, Cowbit (approx. 33 miles away)
Cowbit Anglican parish church is a Grade I listed building dedicated to Saint Mary. It was built on a small scale in the 14th century by Prior de Moulton of Spalding. A chancel and Perpendicular tower were added by Bishop Russell of Lincoln in 1487. A Wesleyan chapel was built in 1842, and reb...
Cross O'Cliff Orchard, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
After decades of neglect, restoration began in 1995. A little under 2 hectares in size and at least one hundred and fifty years old, the Orchard is open to the public. There are many old varieties of pear with wonderful names such as Louise Bonne de Jersey, Hessle and Pitman Duchess and many a...
Lincoln Drill Hall, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
Modern and refurbished throughout, the Lincoln Drill Hall is a popular entertainment venue in the historic City of Lincoln.Its main auditorium has a maximum capacity of 500 seats and it has hosted various bands. As well as live music, the venue offers theatre, literature talks, films, the Lincoln Be...
The Collection Museum, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
Situated in the heart of historic Lincoln, The Collection brings together Lincoln’s archaeology museum and the Usher Gallery in one fantastic visitor centre. The archaeology gallery tells the story of Lincolnshire’s fascinating heritage through artefact rich displays and reconstructions, hands-o...
Medieval Bishops' Palace, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
The Medieval Bishop's Palace is a visitor's attraction in the city of Lincoln.Built during the late 12th century, it was one of the most opulent residential structures in the country and the administrative centre of the vast Diocese of Lincoln, which stretched from the Humber to the Thames.The palac...
Usher Gallery, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
The Usher Gallery was built to house the collection of James Ward Usher, using funds he bequeathed for the purpose, and was officially opened on 25 May 1927 by the then Prince of Wales.The building, now Grade II listed, was designed by the architect, Sir Reginald Blomfield. It is stone with brick pa...
Lincoln Central Railway Station, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
Lincoln Central is now the only station in the city since the closure of Lincoln St. Marks. Its buildings were designed in the mid-19th century by John Henry Taylor of London and are built in a Tudor revival style of yellow brick with stone dressings and slate roofs. The station is owned by Ne...
Lincoln Ice Rink, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
Skate (and fall over) on real ice at the Lincoln Ice Rink, availble between 29th November and 31st December. One of the many winter themed events in the city the well lit outdoor rink is festooned with Christmas decorations. Sessions start on the hour and last for forty five minutes. Child, co...
Waterside Centre, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
The busy and popular Waterside Shopping Centre is located in the centre of Lincoln's high street. With a wide range of well known brands under one roof its two floors boast familiar retail chains from Topshop, New Look and H&M plus more select and lesser known outlets. Please visit the...
Cowbit Wash, Cowbit (approx. 33 miles away)
Cowbit Wash lies to the west of the village and extends north-south for 8 miles. It was a flood plain for the River Welland, separated from the village by an earth bank that carries an unclassified road. Previously the Welland overflowed regularly with the water freezing in wintertime. A relie...
Theatre Royal Lincoln, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
The splendid Theatre Royal, in Lincoln. is a Grade II listed Victorian building with a cosy and intimate 481 seats. Although rebuilt several times a theatre has stood on the same spot since 1764. The area then was Butchery Street and is now Clasketgate. The structure of the building remained t...
South Common, Lincoln (approx. 33 miles away)
South Common is a broad open area on the southeastern boundary of Lincoln. Bracing in the winter, stunning in the summer, it settles between Canwick and Bracebridge Heath and nearby agricultural fields. With swaying grass and scrub there is a variety of wildlife and plants for the keen eyes to...
All Saints Church, Harmston (approx. 33 miles away)
Located in the village of Harmston, a civil parish in the North Kesteven district of the county, this pleasant and delightful Church is a marriage of historical and modern times. The origins of the building date back to the doomsday book. However, only the tower resonates with the echos of the or...