Things To Do near The Old Stables Cottage
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 24 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.
Manor House, Horncastle (approx. 24 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...
St Mary's Church, Horncastle (approx. 24 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.
William Marwood, Horncastle (approx. 24 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...
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 24 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. 24 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
Roman Remains, Horncastle (approx. 24 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. 24 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. 24 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...
People's Park, Grimsby (approx. 24 miles away)
People’s Park, in the centre of Grimsby, is registered under the Historic Buildings and Ancient Monuments Act 1953 by English Heritage for its special historic interest. With 10 hectares of land there is a lake with mallard, coot, moorhen and geese. The large grassed area is popular for recreat...
Horncastle Summer Craft Fair, Horncastle (approx. 24 miles away)
Special summer market celebrating local crafts and food. Also includes local bands, dancers and singers in addition to funfair rides and a miniature railway. In 2009, the MG Owners Club of Louth displayed about a hundred classic cars.
Duke Of York Gardens, Grimsby (approx. 24 miles away)
The Duke of York Gardens is positioned on the banks of the River Freshney, accessible via Corporation Road. It dates back to the late 19th century and is a multi-function area of open parkland and two five-a-side pitches - one grass, one hard. Fishing is permitted during the season....
St James' Church, Grimsby (approx. 24 miles away)
Dedicated to Saint James and located in the heart of Grimsby, this Anglican medieval Church was built during the early 12th century. St. James' is the only Parish Church in the country with its own Choir School and has provided choristers for the Grimsby Parish Church since the late 19th century. Ch...
Abbeygate Centre, Grimsby (approx. 24 miles away)
The Abbeygate Centre was developed on the site of old brewery buildings in 1983. Carefully designed to retain the rich warm old brickwork and architectural features but also aiming to provide unique characteristics to the shops and giving an individual shopping appeal. The range of shops and faci...