Things To Do near Lincolnshire Road Transport Museum
Grant Thorold Community Hub & Library, Grimsby (approx. 33 miles away)
The Grant Thorold Community Hub & Library re-opened its doors in 2017 after lottery grant funding and a full refurbished by a dedicated group, . With hundreds of books to loan, the hub is complimented by a tearoom with a full menu. It has become a popular spot in the local area and a proud achiev...
Grant Thorold Park, Grimsby (approx. 33 miles away)
With winding paths, open lawns and a backdrop of trees, Grant Thorold Park is a small and very pleasant location to visit. There are two children's play areas and a multi-use games area and the new community hub and library. Historically, the park was given to the borough of Grimsby in 1911 by...
Grimsby Docks, Grimsby (approx. 33 miles away)
The north east town of Grimsby developed around a small river called the Haven, which joined the Humber and provided a safe haven for ships on the estuary. From the 12th century, it became a bustling dockside of imports from Europe and Scandinavia and exports from the wool mills. In the late 18th...
Thornton Abbey & Gatehouse, Ulceby (approx. 33 miles away)
The enormous and ornate fortified gatehouse of Thornton Abbey is the largest of all English monastic gatehouses. It was founded as a priory in 1139 by William le Gros, the Earl of Yorkshire, and raised to the status of Abbey in 1148.
Thorpe Culvert Railway Station, Thorpe St Peter (approx. 33 miles away)
Thorpe Culvert railway station serves the village of Thorpe St Peter and is situated 7 miles (11 km) from the popular seaside resort of Skegness. Owned by Network Rail it is managed by East Midlands Trains who provide all rail services. A signal box is present to supervise a level crossing. Th...
Grimsby Central Hall, Grimsby (approx. 33 miles away)
Opened shortly before the Second World War, Grimsby Central Hall is the oldest surviving continuous concert venue in Lincolnshire and yet, for many, remains an undiscovered gem. Passing through featureless doors in Duncombe Street you will unveil a 700-seat auditorium that retains original art de...
Julian's Bower Maze, Alkborough (approx. 33 miles away)
A turf-cut maze (sometimes known as a miz-maze), Julian's Bower stands on a hillside overlooking the confluence of the River Ouse and River Trent, with an earthwork known as Countess Close above it.No-one knows who originally cut this 12 metre maze, or when, but it is only first recorded in 1697 by...
Victorian Flour Mill, Grimsby (approx. 33 miles away)
The Victorian Flour Mill at Grimsby docks is one of the area’s most prominent landmarks. The building is located at the junction of Victoria Street and Corporation Bridge, in an area which once helped establish the town as a top port. Spread across five hectares the site was granted the...
The Methodist Church, Grimsby (approx. 33 miles away)
The Methodist Church can be found on Wellington Street. There is a regular Sunday morning service and, on the 2nd Wednesday of each month (except July and August) there is a midweek, afternoon service.
Baysgarth House Museum, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 34 miles away)
Baysgarth Museum is located in Baysgarth House, a Grade II listed building situated in Baysgarth Park, in the market town of Barton-upon-Humber.It was once the home of the Wright-Taylor family but went into public ownership in 1930. In 2004 Champ Ltd, the Community Heritage Arts and Media Project, a...
Haverstoe Park, Cleethorpes (approx. 34 miles away)
With wide open lawns and plenty of space, Haverstoe Park is a popular area for families. Opened in the Jubilee year of 1977, one of its main features is a sensory garden standing on the front car park. There are tennis courts and a bowling green which open at 2 pm.
Caxton Theatre, Grimsby (approx. 34 miles away)
The Caxton Players Society dates back to the early 1940s, during the Second World War, with perfromances to lift spirits during darker times.Today, they are the only Society in the county with an auditorium, based in Grimsby, which offers seating for nearly 200 theatre-goers.Eight main-house product...
River Freshney, Grimsby (approx. 34 miles away)
The town of Grimsby stands on the banks of the River Freshney. Originally it entered the tidal River Humber at Pyewipe, north west of Grimsby, but has been re-routed and now supplies Grimsby Docks. There was an existing haven within the borough of Grimsby but this suffered greatly with silting...
Dales Pits Fishery, Farlesthorpe (approx. 34 miles away)
The water is open all year round and suitable for disabled anglers. Two old brick pits set in a very scenic area with depths to 12 feet. There are overhanging trees, first class platforms, water lilies, water plants and an easy access road around most of the lake. Stocked w...
Cleethorpes Cricket Club, Cleethorpes (approx. 34 miles away)
The first recorded match at the Sports Ground was in 1961, when Lincolnshire Colts played Derbyshire Juniors. In 1969, Lincolnshire played their first Minor Counties Championship match against Staffordshire. From 1969 to present, the ground has hosted Minor Counties Championship matches and MCCA...