Things To Do near Steep Hill
St Andrew's Church, Donington on Bain (approx. 18 miles away)
In the centre of the village stands a delightful, Grade II listed, 12th century church dedicated to St Andrew. It has an unbuttressed Norman west tower and the chancel was rebuilt during the 19th century. Donington on Bain is a village and civil parish in the East Lindsey district of the count...
Coningsby Railway Bridge, Coningsby (approx. 18 miles away)
The Kirkstead and Little Steeping Railway, locally known as the New Line, was a railway line linking the East Lincolnshire Railway to the Lincoln to Boston railway through the fens. Open in 1913 by GNR it was built to improve access from Lancashire and Yorkshire industrial centres to the seaside...
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 18 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.
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 18 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. 18 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
St Andrew’s Church, Ewerby (approx. 18 miles away)
In the quiet and leafy village of Ewerby stands the Anglican Church of St Andrew. It is a Grade I listed building and is an example of early 14th century Decorated style with a 172 feet (52 m) spire. In the north chancel is the recumbent effigy of Sir Alexander Aunsell, the founder of the chur...
Elmhirst Lakes fishery, Horncastle (approx. 18 miles away)
Fishing is for holiday makers and caravan owners only. No day tickets allowed. Elmhirst Lakes is a very beautiful and peaceful holiday retreat, ideal for people seeking a relaxing break yet within an easy walk to the small town with its local inns & cafes offering go...
Roman Remains, Horncastle (approx. 18 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. 18 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. 18 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...
Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre, Coningsby (approx. 18 miles away)
Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight was formed in July 1957. There are displays and fly pasts involving an Avro Lancaster, a Supermarine Spitfire and a Hawker Hurricane.The visitor centre allows an up close guided tour of the aircraft when not in use, as well as exhibits about the airc...
Victorian Bass Maltings, Sleaford (approx. 18 miles away)
The Bass Maltings complex opened in 1905, replacing all the small malthouses in the area.The complex struggled to remain open during the Second World War, but survived and continued operating until 1960. It is now a Grade II listed building.Sir Nikolaus Pevsner considered the huge brewing malthouses...
Horncastle Summer Craft Fair, Horncastle (approx. 18 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.
Fairgardens Plant Centre, Gainsborough (approx. 18 miles away)
Based in Kirton Lindsey, Fair Gardens are family owned and run with a dedicated team of experienced employees who are always happy to help.The centre has a relaxed atmosphere and customers will find it houses a large variety of stock to browse varying from bulbs and vegetables, plants, tools and gar...