Things To Do near The Forge Cottage
River Witham Walks, Bracebridge (approx. 20 miles away)
Bracebridge is a village located south of Lincoln. It is one of the starting points in two circular walks (the other from North Hykeham) that offer stunning views from the banks of the River Witham and the Lincoln Cliff. The two walks are 4.5 miles and 2.5 miles, respectively....
St Katherine's Heritage Centre, Lincoln (approx. 20 miles away)
St. Katherine's Heritage and Cultural Centre is located in the bustling, historic city of Lincoln.Inside, visitors can uncover a wealth of history through the guise of interactive displays and static exhibitions. There is also a timeline stretching back through the centuries. The building is Grade I...
Chapel Garden Centre, Skegness (approx. 20 miles away)
The Chapel Garden Centre in Skegness offers a complete day out with something for everyone.With easy parking and a relaxed atmosphere the centre is owned and managed by the same family for over 25 years. Shoppers will find staff extremely helpful and sharing a genuine passion for gardening. There is...
Winthorpe Beach, Winthorpe (approx. 20 miles away)
A few miles north from Skegness is the small village of Winthorpe, in the East Lindsey district of the county.With miles of unspoilt beach and a wide promenade suited to long walks, the Winthorpe coastline offers a relaxed family day out.The area is dotted with typical coastal shops, ice cream stand...
Lincoln Central Railway Station, Lincoln (approx. 20 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...
Lindum Cricket Club, Lincoln (approx. 20 miles away)
The Roman name for Lincoln was Lindum Colonia, and their ninth legion was based here. The club logo is a Roman Centurion, with the Roman numerals IX representing the legion. Lindum Cricket Club was formed in 1856. Both the club and the ground are known locally as "The Lindum". Minor Counties cric...
St Mary's Conduit, Lincoln (approx. 20 miles away)
In the grounds of St Mary-le-Wigford's Church, next to the High Street level crossing, is the unique St Mary's Conduit, where residents collected their drinking water from the mid 16th century up until the early 20th century.This ornate structure - a conduit head - was built using architectural frag...
Greyfriars, Lincoln (approx. 20 miles away)
Greyfriars is the oldest Franciscan church building in England. It stands behind St Swithin's church in the downhill area of Lincoln, between Free School Lane and Broadgate.During the early 13th century Franciscan friars arrived in Lincoln and were granted land to build a friary. Work commenced c123...
Water Meadows Fishery, Chapel St Leonards (approx. 20 miles away)
Water Meadows Fishery caters for all types of anglers across its four lakes. Whether you're into big carp, catfish, pike, match sized carp, bream, tench or big roach there is something for everyone. Based on the coastline, the fishery is just 7 miles from Skegness and a 5 minute walk from...
Lincoln Central Library, Lincoln (approx. 20 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 Ice Rink, Lincoln (approx. 20 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...
Lincoln Drill Hall, Lincoln (approx. 20 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...
St Peter's Church, Lincoln (approx. 20 miles away)
The first church on the site was a Saxon one, built in the 11th Century, and was one of forty-nine churches in Lincoln at the time.Badly damaged during the bloody 17th century Civil War conflict it became almost a ruin and, a century later, the church was pulled down.A new one was constructed, thoug...
Waterside Centre, Lincoln (approx. 20 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...
Bluestone Art Gallery, Lincoln (approx. 20 miles away)
Bluestone Art Gallery showcases the finest artists working in Britain today, specialising in collectable limited editions prints, original art and sculpture. For over ten years we have provided a range of extraordinary contemporary art for our discerning collectors, from household names like Jack...