Things To Do near International Bomber Command Centre
Haltham Beck, Haltham (approx. 17 miles away)
Close to the picturesque Wolds is the meandering Haltham Beck (a stream) on the east side of the village. Haltham nestles on the banks of the River Bain as it navigates south from the market town of Horncastle. Often, the village is referred to as "Haltham on Bain." Image by Dave...
Ancaster Leisure Enterprises, Ancaster (approx. 17 miles away)
Karting enthusiast? Paintball adrenaline seeker? Quad bike fanatic? Professional archer? Or simply fancy a spot of Ten-Pin Bowling? Then, the Ancaster Leisure Venue is definitely the place for you.The venue has all this and much more. They also specialise in event organisation so even if you can't s...
Ashby Park Fishery, Horncastle (approx. 17 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.
Church of Saint Benedict, Haltham (approx. 17 miles away)
Of early Norman construction, this Anglican parish church is dedicated to Saint Benedict. Partially restored, on two occasions, during the late 19th century, its seating was increased from 67 to 140. However, in 1977 the Diocese of Lincoln declared the church redundant. Image...
St Mary's & All Saints Church, South Kyme (approx. 17 miles away)
The Anglican parish church in South Kyme is dedicated to St. Mary and All Saints and dates back to the Norman era. It was during the 12th Century that Philip de Kyme, Sheriff of Lincolnshire, founded a priory in South Kyme for Augustine Canons, dedicating it to St. Mary. The historic...
River Bain, Horncastle (approx. 17 miles away)
The River Bain is a river and a tributary of the River Witham. It rises at Ludford, in the Wolds, and flows through or past the villages of Burgh on Bain, Biscathorpe, Donington on Bain, Goulceby with Asterby and Hemingby before reaching the town of Horncastle where it is joined by the River Wari...
South Kyme Tower, South Kyme (approx. 17 miles away)
South Kyme is a small village and civil parish in the North Kesteven district of the county. On a site to the west of the village stands the Grade I listed Kyme Tower. This was a medieval castle which is believed to have been built during the late 14th century by Gilbert de Umfraville, third Earl...
Four Seasons Garden Centre, Sleaford (approx. 17 miles away)
Based in Sleaford the Four Seasons Garden Centre is a busy and popular place. They stock a huge range of products from Wolf Garten Tools, Wilkinson Sword Garden Tools, Tayberry Clothing, Solar Garden Lights and much more. The centre is packed full of quality plants, garden furniture, plant fee...
Horncastle Tourist Information Centre, Horncastle (approx. 17 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.
Manor House, Horncastle (approx. 17 miles away)
Horncastle is a market town in the East Lindsey district of the county.The Manor House, a Grade II listed Georgian town residence, was built during the 18th century, fashioned in red brick with some limestone rubble and ashlar to the rear, a plain tiled roof with stone coped gables and stacks.It sta...
St Mary's Church, Horncastle (approx. 17 miles away)
This Anglican parish church, seating approximately 700 people, is mostly built of green Spilsby sandstone. Parts of the Church date from the early 13th century.
William Marwood, Horncastle (approx. 17 miles away)
William Marwood was born in Horncastle, 1818, and was a hangman for the British government. He developed the technique of hanging known as the "long drop".The "long drop" technique ensured that the prisoners' neck was broken instantly at the end of the drop, resulting in the prisoner dying of asphyx...
Horncastle Bridge, Horncastle (approx. 17 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
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 17 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.
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 17 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...