Things To Do near The Blacksmith's Forge
The Hospital of William Browne, Stamford (approx. 29 miles away)
Founded by William Browne in 1475, it looks like a church though is in fact a medieval almshouse used to accommodate the elderly.Be respectful if visiting as the almshouses are occupied.
Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre, Stamford (approx. 29 miles away)
A 400 seat theatre built within the shell of the original Corn Exchange Hall. Refurbished almost entirely by volunteers, and run throughout the year by volunteers.
The Priory of St Leonard, Stamford (approx. 29 miles away)
12th century priory ruins founded by the Benedictines of Durham Abbey. The existing priory building dates from about 1090, and the impressive West Front was constructed about 1150.One school of thought suggests that it was built upon the site of the monastery founded by St. Wilfrid in 658. If true,...
Scotter Library & Community Hub, Scotter (approx. 29 miles away)
The Hub provides a selection of library services and is managed on a day to day basis by the local community group Scotter Library and Community Hub (Scotter Forward). A broad selection of paperbacks and hardbacks are free to borrow and the library is well organised, spacious and wheelchair frien...
Stamford Farmers' Market, Stamford (approx. 29 miles away)
Stamford Farmers' Market is held on a Friday every 2 weeks. It is located on the High Street and is open between 8.30am - 4.00pm. A traditional market is held weekly on Broad Street and Ironmonger Street on a Friday and is open the same time.
Skydive Hibaldstow, Hibaldstow (approx. 29 miles away)
Skydive Hibaldstow offers tandem skydiving, accelerated freefall and static line parachuting courses.Tandem skydiving - 20 minutes instructor and a 15000feet parachute jump harnessed to an experienced instructor. Definitely our most popular course.Accelerated Freefall (AFF) - A full day of instructi...
Stamford Library, Stamford (approx. 29 miles away)
In the busy, historic town of Stamford, the public library is one of many old and impressive buildings, as well as an important part of the community. Organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly there is comfortable seating and helpful staff on hand with any questions or inquiries you might have....
Owston Ferry Fisheries, Owston Ferry (approx. 29 miles away)
This is a new fishing venue to accomodate pleasure anglers and match fishermen, located within the Isle of Axholme, Owston Ferry, which borders North Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire. The venue is alongside the wharping drain river consisting of 2 lakes side by side in the form of kidney beans ba...
All Saints Church, Stamford (approx. 29 miles away)
Recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, All Saints stands as one of Stamford's oldest churches.Located between All Saints' Place and Red Lion Square, it dominates the market area between the Danish borough and the Castle area.Little remains of the original structure, some 12th century masonry in the...
St Peter's Church, Scotter (approx. 29 miles away)
In the large village of Scotter the 11th century Anglican parish church is dedicated to St Peter and seats 400 parishoners. Stone built, parts of the building echo from the early Norman period and restorations were extensive in the early part of the 19th century. The church is in the Scotter w...
The All Saints Brewery, Stamford (approx. 29 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.
Red Lion Square, Stamford (approx. 29 miles away)
Stamford's ancient market place and pretty much the centre of Stamford. The building running along the south side of the square is thought to be a late medieval wool hall.
The Yard, Stamford (approx. 29 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...
River Eau, Scotter (approx. 29 miles away)
The River Eau is a 15-mile-long (24 km) tributary of the River Trent. Its catchment lies between that of the Bottesford Beck to the north, and the River Witham to the south and east. The Eau flows through the village of Scotter, which has a history of being flooded by the river; the most...
St John's Church, Stamford (approx. 29 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.