Things To Do near YHA Youth Hostel

St Mary's Conduit, Lincoln (approx. 34 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...

Sincil Dike, Lincoln (approx. 34 miles away)

The Sincil Dyke watercourse leaves the Witham at Altham Terrace, flows east under Bargate Bridge, and Little Bargate bridge, before turning north along Sincil Bank. It functioned as a defensive barrier and was a natural property boundary but there is no record of it having been used to transport...

St Helen's Church, East Keal (approx. 34 miles away)

The parish church seats approximately 250 people and is dedicated to St. Helen. It dates back to 1708 and was restored in 1854-55.

All Saint's Church, Eagle (approx. 34 miles away)

The church in the lovely village of Eagle dates from the 13th century and is a Grade II listed attraction. It was rebuilt duirng the 18th century and again in the early part of the 19th century. The village is 7 miles from Lincoln with a population of less than one thousand. There are some ame...

River Bain, Horncastle (approx. 34 miles away)

The River Bain is a river and a tributary of the River Witham. It rises at Ludford, in the Wolds, and flows through or past the villages of Burgh on Bain, Biscathorpe, Donington on Bain, Goulceby with Asterby and Hemingby before reaching the town of Horncastle where it is joined by the River Wari...

Manor House, Horncastle (approx. 34 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. 34 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.

Roman Remains, Horncastle (approx. 34 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. 34 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. 34 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...

William Marwood, Horncastle (approx. 34 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...

Fiskerton Fen Nature Reserve, Lincoln (approx. 34 miles away)

Between April and July is the most rewarding time to visit Fiskerton Fen nature reserve but with it being available all year round it's worth a visit at anytime. Consisting of wet fendland with open water and reedbeds there is an abundance of wildlife and wetland animals. There are large areas...

Horncastle Summer Craft Fair, Horncastle (approx. 34 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.

Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 34 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. 34 miles away)

There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.