Things To Do near Londonthorpe Woods
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 28 miles away)
Edward Stanhope MP was born in London in 1840 but became a respected benefactor to Horncastle and its people. So much so that, when he died in 1893, a memorial was erected in the Market Place, leaving residents with a permanent reminder of his generosity.Today, the Stanhope Memorial, by E. H. Lingen...
Horncastle Market, Horncastle (approx. 28 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
Beeches Private Fishing Lake, Minting (approx. 28 miles away)
A well sheltered and secluded 3 acres of water between 4 and 21 feet deep. Built in 1984 and stocked in 1988 it recently re-opened under new ownership. There are various species of Carp. Tench, Rudd and Perch. No keep nets unless under match conditions. Barbless hooks. Max 3 rods. No bait rest...
Horncastle Summer Craft Fair, Horncastle (approx. 28 miles away)
Special summer market celebrating local crafts and food. Also includes local bands, dancers and singers in addition to funfair rides and a miniature railway. In 2009, the MG Owners Club of Louth displayed about a hundred classic cars.
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 28 miles away)
The Horncastle Canal was a broad canal which ran 11 miles from the River Witham to Horncastle. It passed through twelve locks and largely followed the course of the River Bain. Opening in 1802 it was abandoned for navigation in 1889.
Minting Fishery, Minting (approx. 28 miles away)
All round water with plenty of different fish. There are big lily beds, 20 pegs, car parking, toilets, breakfast can be arranged, nets can be used if dipped. Carp up to 10 Ibs , club to 5 Ibs, tench to 3 lbs and bream, barbel, rudd.
Hackthorn Hall, Lincoln (approx. 28 miles away)
A truly unique setting available to hire for your special event! The gardens and grounds around Hackthorn Hall are available to hire for all types of private functions. Arrangements can be made to provide marquees, catering, and flowers - all you would need! The gardens are open to the public...
Horncastle Bridge, Horncastle (approx. 28 miles away)
Behind Horncastle's quaint high street is a delightful road bridge that connects the town to a Tesco supermarket. The river is populated with chub and roach and there are always plenty of hungry ducks around. Image by Dave Hitchborne
Elmhirst Lakes fishery, Horncastle (approx. 28 miles away)
Fishing is for holiday makers and caravan owners only. No day tickets allowed. Elmhirst Lakes is a very beautiful and peaceful holiday retreat, ideal for people seeking a relaxing break yet within an easy walk to the small town with its local inns & cafes offering go...
Horncastle Medical Group & Dispensary, Horncastle (approx. 28 miles away)
The Horncastle Medical Group & Dispensary is a five doctor practice working from a converted vicarage.The practice serves the local community. There is ample parking spaces and easy access for the disabled.The market town Horncastle, with its winding streets, quaint shops and many points of interest...
RSPB Freiston Shore, Thurlby (approx. 28 miles away)
At Freiston Shore you can get excellent views of waterbirds on the salt water lagoon, especially at high tide when wading birds roost, sometimes in their thousands. Summer is a good time to see nesting wading birds, including avocets and ringed plovers. In winter, brent geese congregate along wit...
All Saints Church, Benington (approx. 29 miles away)
The church was listed a Grade I building in January 1967 and is now 600 years old, originating from the early Thirteenth Century.
Ashby Park Fishery, Horncastle (approx. 29 miles away)
The fishery stocks bream, carp, tench, chub and perch. The water is still and measures 28.3 hectares. Disabled access is available. Permits are available for day and members and there is no night fishing.
Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, East Kirkby (approx. 29 miles away)
Family run museum which allows visitors to experience a WWII bomber airfield in living memorial to over 50,000 men of Bomber Command who lost their lives in the war.It's also the only place in the country to see a Lancaster Bomber on an original wartime airfield, and taxi in it (pre book only).