Things To Do near The Forge Cottage
The All Saints Brewery, Stamford (approx. 34 miles away)
A Victorian brewery much of which still stands. The brewery has stood in the centre of Stamford since 1825 and remains today, a working brewery.There are a variety of tours including tasting tours run during the week and at weekends.
Queen Eleanor's 12 Crosses, Stamford (approx. 34 miles away)
The Eleanor Crosses were 12 stone monuments erected for King Edward I's wife Queen Eleanor following her death in 1290. Each monument represents a resting place used when taking her body to London.Stamford erected a modern monument inspired by the "lost cross". It can be found in Sheepmarket, rather...
Town Bridge, Stamford (approx. 34 miles away)
The town bridge in Stamford crossing the River Welland.
Burghley House, Stamford (approx. 34 miles away)
Burghley House is a Grade I listed building, with separately Grade I listed north courtyard and gate. The rooms and gardens are open to the public.Built during the mid-late 16th century by Sir William Cecil, later 1st Baron Burghley, who was Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, the house is a g...
Medieval Wall Remains, Stamford (approx. 34 miles away)
Stamford was originally a walled town and this is a surviving section. The medieval castle itself is believed to have sat within the towns walls and is beneath the bus garage.
Daniel Lambert, Stamford (approx. 34 miles away)
Born in Leicester March 13th, 1770 and died suddenly during a visit to Stamford for the races in 1809. His coffin was built on wheels requiring some 20 men to lower it down a ramp into his grave in St Martin's Church.In 1793 he turned the scale at 32 stone and in 1804 weighed over 49 stone. Daniel t...
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 34 miles away)
The George of Stamford is a beautiful coaching inn with log fires, oak panelled restaurant, a walled monastery garden and cobbled courtyard. The exact age of is not known, but historians have referred to it as "A very ancient hostelry, once belonging to the Abbots of Croyland". It's possible therefo...
Brocklesby Country Fair, Brocklesby (approx. 34 miles away)
The popular Brocklesby Country Fair is a fantastic family day out set in the private Lincolnshire parklands of the Earl and Countess of Yarborough. The annual fair is held in June -- please consult the website to confirm dates and prices. Main Arena attractions run continuously throughout the...
Marshalls Yard Shopping Complex, Gainsborough (approx. 34 miles away)
Marshall's Yard is a truly unique retail environment in Gainsborough. Featuring historic listed buildings and sympathetically designed new structures, the courtyard setting creates a village square feeling, bringing together stunning architecture and leading retailers. With 32 fantast...
The Yard, Stamford (approx. 34 miles away)
The Yard is an indoor play centre and cafe dreamed up by two local mums who craved a place that accommodated and appealed to adults and children alike. Dedicated to providing a healthy and stimulating environment the Yard is a bit of a sanctuary for families and children have the freedom to explo...
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 34 miles away)
St. Martin's was founded c1146 but due to deterioration was entirely rebuilt during the second half of the 15th century. Little has been altered since.The church houses the tombs of the Cecil family of Burghley House. Also, Daniel Lambert, the biggest man in England during the Georgian period is bur...
Gainsborough Tourist Information Centre, Gainsborough (approx. 34 miles away)
Lincolnshire's Tourist information centres are a useful resource for planning your trip to the county. The staff are brimming with local knowledge and ideas on how to get the most out of your visit.
Brigg Garden Centre, Brigg (approx. 35 miles away)
Brigg Garden Centre is a must for the budding beginner or blossoming expert.Friendly and helpful staff are on hand to give advice and useful hints and tips on their own specialist fields. There is a vast undercover plant area and a garden care department with everything from fertilisers and chemical...
Pyrus Studio, Gainsborough (approx. 35 miles away)
Indulge, learn, understand, make. Pyrus Studio, in the heart of the historic town of Gainsborough, is a place where you can unleash creativity on a number of workshop courses. With a variety of arts, crafts and music on offer you can learn something new or hone an existing skill. The studio is...
Wharton Hall Farm Park, Gainsborough (approx. 35 miles away)
Wharton Hall Farm Park offers a fun filled farm situated on the outskirts of Gainsborough. With both indoor and outdoor activities Wharton includes a hands on learning experience for visitors of all ages, soft play area and all required facilities. Feed the animals, play in the heated play bar...