Things To Do near Keal Carr Nature Reserve
St John's Church, Stamford (approx. 42 miles away)
Founded sometime in the 12th century and rebuilt c1451. It now has a 15th century exterior which belies the main feature within.Rows of wooden angels with extended wings line the nave and chancel roof.
The All Saints Brewery, Stamford (approx. 42 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.
Stamford Garden Centre, Stamford (approx. 42 miles away)
Stamford Garden Centre is a popular and busy location able to meet all your gardening needs and more. There is a splendid looking restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and specials. There is a garden farm shop, a butchery and a well stocked farm kitchen. With plants, tools, stoves, clothing, gar...
Queen Eleanor's 12 Crosses, Stamford (approx. 42 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. 42 miles away)
The town bridge in Stamford crossing the River Welland.
Daniel Lambert, Stamford (approx. 42 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...
Medieval Wall Remains, Stamford (approx. 42 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.
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 42 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...
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 42 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...
The Yard, Stamford (approx. 42 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...
Barton Ghost Walks, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 42 miles away)
Dare you walk the streets of Barton after dark with only spirits to guide you?Join the South Bank Players as they bring the grisly history of Barton to life on their atmospheric Ghost Walk. Discover the haunted backstreets and alleyways of bygone Barton and hear tales to make your hair stand on end....
The Ropewalk Art Centre, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 42 miles away)
The Ropewalk is a regionally acclaimed centre for the arts housing galleries, sculpture garden, artist studios and coffee shop.Admission is free and galleries are open 7 days a week but please consult the website to confirm times. There is sensible wheelchair access.It also features Ropery Hall –...
Brumby Wood Local Nature Reserve, Scunthorpe (approx. 42 miles away)
Brumby Wood is an ancient semi-natural woodland. There are 12.2 hectares, divided across the Kingsway road, filled with various plants and in places, a good growth of scrub and brambles, especially on the eastern side of the road where the canopy is more open. The ground fl...
The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe (approx. 42 miles away)
The Baths Hall is a popular venue in Scunthorpe, hosting a variety of entertainment including live music, dance and comedy.Historically, the building was once a public bath house from before the Second World War and was rebuilt and renovated into a modern venue no more than a decade ago. Since then...
Stamford Railway Station, Stamford (approx. 42 miles away)
Stamford railway station is 12.5 miles (20 km) west of Peterborough opened by the Syston and Peterborough Railway, part of the present day Birmingham to Peterborough Line. It is owned by Network Rail and operated by East Midlands Trains who operate a limited service. The station was formerly k...