Things To Do near Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre
Horncastle Bridge, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Behind Horncastle's quaint high street is a delightful road bridge that connects the town to a Tesco supermarket. The river is populated with chub and roach and there are always plenty of hungry ducks around. Image by Dave Hitchborne
Tupholme Abbey Ruins, Bardney (approx. 8 miles away)
Now ruins, Tupholme Abbey is one of only a few with standing remains of the original monastic buildings in addition to the archaeological remains below ground. The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire purchased this site in 1988 and is preserving this ancient monument for future generations. The sur...
Elmhirst Lakes fishery, Horncastle (approx. 8 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...
Haverholme Park Lake Fishery, Sleaford (approx. 9 miles away)
Just outside Ewerby going towards Anwick is a peaceful lake seemingly in the middle of nowhere. Open all year the water is mainly carp to around 22lbs and pike to 32lbs with lots of mid doubles and jack pike, roach, bream, skimmers and gudgeon.
Crowders Garden Centre, Horncastle (approx. 9 miles away)
Crowders Nurseries have been trading for over 200 successful years, throughout 7 generations of the Lincolnshire based Crowder family and the centre has been open since the early 1980s.The centre has a relaxed atmosphere and customers will find staff extremely helpful and sharing a genuine passion f...
St Andrew’s Church, Ewerby (approx. 9 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...
Swineshead Railway Station, Swineshead (approx. 9 miles away)
The station is actually located in the hamlet of Swineshead Bridge some miles north of Swineshead. Like many Lincolnshire stations it is unstaffed and offers limited facilities other than two shelters, bicycle storage, timetables and modern 'Help Points'. The full range of tickets for travel a...
Sibsey Trader Windmill, Sibsey (approx. 9 miles away)
This 6 sailed windmill was built in 1877 complete gear, sails and fantail. The high winds of March 2004 led to the mill losing a sail - a cost of approximately £13,000.The mill is not particularly tall but the surrounding flat landscape gives the illusion that it is. You can tour the mill and see t...
Hubberts Bridge Railway Station, Hubberts Bridge (approx. 9 miles away)
Hubberts Bridge railway station is located on the Sleaford to Boston section of the Nottingham to Skegness line. The station is now owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains. A signal box at the West end of the station supervises a level crossing and the western end of the sing...
Sunny's Plaice Fish & Chips, Heckington (approx. 9 miles away)
Sunny's Plaice is one of several eating establishments in the village of Heckington. For opening times and pricing please contact them direct. If you are aware of a closure or a change in ownership of the above business please contact us and we will amend the information.
Church of St Margaret the Virgin & Martyr, Sibsey (approx. 9 miles away)
Dedicated to Saint Margaret, this striking medieval Church in Sibsey, marries traces of Norman architecture with Victorian restoration.A grade I listed building, with a grade II cross, it was restored in the early-mid 19th century, with the chancel rebuilt and nave and aisles partly rebuilt.Today th...
Ruskington Garden Centre, Ruskington (approx. 9 miles away)
Open seven days a week, Ruskington Garden Centre is set in a lovely rural surrounding, in the beautiful village of Ruskington. A family run business, the centre is owned by the Elkington family who have farmed in Lincolnshire for many generations and are proud to offer traditional values. Ther...
Ruskington Railway Station, Ruskington (approx. 9 miles away)
Ruskington railway station opened in 1882 as part of the Great Northern and Great Eastern Joint Railway between Sleaford and Lincoln Central. Closed in 1961 it was reopened in 1975 and is owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains who provide all rail services. The station is un...
Metheringham Railway Station, Metheringham (approx. 9 miles away)
The station was opened on 1 July 1882 and named Blankney and Metheringham. It closed to passengers on 11 September 1961. During 1975 it was once again opened and this time known only as Metheringham. The station is currently owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains. The statio...
Ruskington Community Library, Ruskington (approx. 9 miles away)
The first point of contact for internal operations is Library Development Officer, Judith Hibbitt. Offering a wide range of free to borrow books the library is well organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly. Staff are helpful and will be happy to answer any questions or inquiries you might h...