Things To Do near Sir Joseph Banks Country Park
The Greenwich Meridian, Louth (approx. 28 miles away)
During the late 19th century a standardized zero degrees longitude was agreed and became known as the Greenwich Meridian. It is the world’s Prime Meridian for measuring longitude and travels north to south across the globe. Interestingly, the line passes through Cordeaux High School, on...
Saint Michael & All Angels Church, Thorpe on the Hill (approx. 29 miles away)
The Anglican parish church is dedicated to Saint Michael and seats 200. In the early 20th century the entire building, except for the tower, was demolished. New foundations were laid and the church was rebuilt. Thorpe on the Hill is both a village and a parish south-west of the city of Lincoln...
The Riverhead Theatre, Louth (approx. 29 miles away)
Louth Playgoers’ Riverhead Theatre is a local community owned venue. It is maintained and run by a dedicated team made up almost entirely of volunteers.The Society is led by a Board of Directors and every person gives freely of his/her time to one aspect or another of the everyday life of the Rive...
Whisby Nature Park, Whisby (approx. 29 miles away)
Whisby Nature Park is managed by Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust on behalf of its partners North Kesteven District Council and Lincolnshire County Council.A stunning 150 hectare local nature reserve, it is sited 7 miles south-west of Lincoln, on Moor Lane directly north of the village of Thorpe on the H...
The Natural World Centre, Whisby (approx. 29 miles away)
The Natural World Centre is located in Whisby Nature Park, a Local Nature Reserve owned and managed by the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust. The centre and surrounding nature park are an ideal for outing for all ages. The centre is on two levels, a ground floor and lower ground floor and has been desi...
Thorpe On The Hill Walk, Thorpe on the Hill (approx. 29 miles away)
Picturesque villages, historic buildings and a landscape rich with wildlife and nature. There are a host of superb walks through the Lincolnshire countryside. Starting from Thorpe on the Hill or the Dovecote public house, enjoy one of two walks along green lanes and woodland paths. The first w...
Whisby Garden Centre, Lincoln (approx. 29 miles away)
Whisby Garden Centre has five lakes and is beautifully planted creating a wonderful place to shop and take a walk round.They have everything your garden needs with a wide variety of plants, trees and garden accessories. There is something for everyone with Concessions, Lakeside Cafe and an Animal Ce...
St John The Baptist Church, Buckminster (approx. 29 miles away)
St John the Baptist church was mostly built between 1250 and 1350, of limestone. Unusually, the tower and broach spire are above the eastern end of the south aisle. The exterior of the church is richly decorated with carvings, which include faces on the pinnacles and a carved frieze. Inside ar...
Birchwood Library, Lincoln (approx. 29 miles away)
Birchwood library, in the historic city of Lincoln, is one of many important council services within the community. Organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly there is comfortable seating and helpful staff on hand with any questions or inquiries you might have. Opening times are: Tuesday 8...
Whisby Animal & Garden Centre, Lincoln (approx. 29 miles away)
Whisby Garden Centre has five lakes and is a beautiful landscape offering a wonderful place to shop and take a walk round.Inside the Animal Centre is a wide variety of animals for you to look at and feed. There is an outdoor play area for children under 8, a beach to play and build sandcastles for a...
Buckminster Park, Buckminster (approx. 29 miles away)
Buckminster Park stands to the north-east of the village. It was never a medieval hunting park but has its origins in a lease of land in 1532 near the former manor house. The house was demolished in 1951. The park is ideal for long walks, especially during the warmer months.
St Edith's Church, Grimoldby (approx. 29 miles away)
A Grade I listed building, St Edith's Church has been a place of worship for over 700 years. Classes from Grimoldby School visit on a regular basis and there are social events, including concerts, suppers and drop-ins, held throughout the year. Holy Communion is every fourth Sunday at 11:15 a....
Stapleford Woods, Stapleford (approx. 29 miles away)
The ancient woodland and forest in Stapleford marks the county boundary between Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire.The site was clear-felled during the early stages of World War I to supply local industry and used as a British Army camp and training grounds during World War II. In late 1945, the land...
Mablethorpe Library & Customer Service Centre, Mablethorpe (approx. 29 miles away)
In the popular seaside town of Mablethorpe, the well stocked public library is on Stanley Avenue. Shelves and spinners are packed with a wide choice of free to borrow paperbacks and hardbacks and the library is organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly. Staff are helpful and will be happy to...
Mablethorpe Community Access Point & Tourist Information Centre, Mablethorpe (approx. 29 miles away)
Lincolnshire's Tourist information centres are a useful resource for planning your trip to the county. The staff are brimming with local knowledge and ideas on how to get the most out of your visit.