Things To Do near Alford Library
The Jolly Fisherman, Skegness (approx. 11 miles away)
John Hassall drew the original Jolly Fisherman Poster in 1908 having visited Skegness only once. The poster was commissioned by the Great Northern Railway to encourage visitors to use them for their seaside breaks. The slogan "Skegness is so bracing" formed part of the poster and is as famous as Jol...
Tennyson Trail, Louth (approx. 11 miles away)
Follow in the footsteps of one of the most famous poetic voices of the 19th Century on the Tennyson Trail as it weaves in and around Lincolnshire's rolling landscapes..The trail is over 130 miles long so pick and choose which sections you want to do. The route starts in Louth and heads off through M...
The Bede Houses, Louth (approx. 11 miles away)
On the corner of Schoolhouse Lane and Gospelgate in the market town of Louth are some Bede Houses. The gardens are very attractive and they have won awards in the "Louth in Bloom" contest. It should be noted that these former Almshouses are now private residence and should be treat...
Playhouse Cinema, Louth (approx. 11 miles away)
Situated in the small town of Louth, this independent multi screen cinema has been in operation since the 1930s.It features many of the latest movie releases plus classic films and outstanding live screenings including streams from the National Theatre.A popular Senior Screen club takes place every...
Skegness Waterway, Skegness (approx. 11 miles away)
View the Skegness foreshore from a relaxing boat ride. There are two mooring points, one off Tower Esplanade and the other next to Natureland Seal Sanctuary on North Parade.
Big Kidz Karting, Skegness (approx. 11 miles away)
Big Kidz Karting is a new family Go-Kart Track on the Skegness foreshore. Catering for everyone, whether you're tall enough to drive alone or ride with an adult, all the family can get involved and have fun at this brand new family attraction. Featuring the latest single and twin karts from th...
St James' Church, Louth (approx. 11 miles away)
Magnificent on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The parish church has the tallest spire (295 feet) of any medieval parish church in the country.The church we see today dates mainly from the 15th century but was built on the site of much older buildings going back as far as the 11th century.
Hubbards Hills, Louth (approx. 11 miles away)
Dedicated to the memory of Annie Pahud, Hubbard's Hills is an area of natural beauty and is a popular spot for family picnics, school field trips and dog walking.The park was donated to the town of Louth by the trustees of Auguste Alphonse Pahud and made available for public use during the first dec...
The Park Gallery, Louth (approx. 11 miles away)
Located in the historic town of Louth, the Park Gallery is reopening its doors after a dormant period, providing local artists and the community with a welcoming venue for all to enjoy. Now, art buyers have a new place to buy art. The gallery, under the patronage and guidance of the well known lo...
RNLI Lifeboat Station, Skegness (approx. 11 miles away)
The RNLI station can be found at the Tower Esplanade, Skegness. Covering part of the busy Lincolnshire coastline, it has operated an all-weather lifeboat for over 175 years. With free access, you can go inside and look around the station, see the lifeboat and, in most cases, pre-book a tour. You can...
Louth Museum, Louth (approx. 11 miles away)
A Local museum built in 1910 with several galleries. Panorama Gallery: William Brown's 360 degree painting of Louth. Ludalinks Gallery: Geology and bricks; birds and butterflies; archaeology; Lincolnshire Rising of 1536; the Green Lady ghost story. Town Gallery: An interactive floor-map of...
Skegness Aquarium, Skegness (approx. 11 miles away)
Skegness Aquarium is host to a diverse range of tropical sea life including rays, seahorses and sharks as well as much more marine life to be discovered. Follow the iconic story of Treasure Island throughout our fabulously themed award winning attraction. Be entertained by our daily interactive t...
Skegness Beach, Skegness (approx. 11 miles away)
Skegness is a seaside town and civil parish in the East Lindsey district of the county.The first Butlins holiday resort was opened here in 1936. Partially owing to this, the resort is one of the better known seaside resorts in the United Kingdom.Superb long stretches of sandy beach, slightly elevate...
Alvingham Fisheries, Louth (approx. 11 miles away)
Grass Lake is a specimen lake. It is stocked with mirror carp, common carp, grass carp and koi carp up to low 20lb. There is also roach, rudd and good sized tench. No keep nets are allowed on this lake. Monkey Lake has 23 pegs. This lake is a great venue for matches, clubs and anglers tha...
Havenhouse Railway Station, Croft (approx. 11 miles away)
Havenhouse railway station is situated 3 miles (5 km) south-west of Skegness. The station was originally called Croft Bank. There was formerly a Seacroft railway station between Havenhouse and Skegness, but it is now closed. Owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains it is unsta...