Things To Do near Culverthorpe Walks
Queen Eleanor's 12 Crosses, Stamford (approx. 20 miles away)
The Eleanor Crosses were 12 stone monuments erected for King Edward I's wife Queen Eleanor following her death in 1290. Each monument represents a resting place used when taking her body to London.Stamford erected a modern monument inspired by the "lost cross". It can be found in Sheepmarket, rather...
St Mary's Church, Stamford (approx. 20 miles away)
The "Mother Church" as it is sometimes called is noticeable for its large broach spire. The earliest parts of the church date from the late 12th century, but the tower is early 13th century.A broach spire is a tall pyramidal or conical structure usually on the top of a tower or a turret. It starts o...
All Saints Church, Moulton (approx. 20 miles away)
Locally known as "Queen Of The Fens", All Saints' Church was built circa 1180, the 60-70 year work instigated by Prior John of Spalding.The building was heavily restored in the late 19th century by William Smith and the church also has a rood screen dating from around 1425.The village of Moulton is...
Stamford Town Hall, Stamford (approx. 20 miles away)
Purpose-built in 1778 and is today used as a magistrates court. Presently houses an extensive collection of regalia and historic Stamford memorabilia.
River Welland, Stamford (approx. 20 miles away)
The stunning River Welland is a winding lowland river in the east of the county. At 65 miles (105 km) long it drains part of the Midlands eastwards to The Wash. It rises in the Hothorpe Hills, at Sibbertoft in Northamptonshire, then flows generally northeast to Market Harborough, Stamford and Spa...
Medieval Wall Remains, Stamford (approx. 20 miles away)
Stamford was originally a walled town and this is a surviving section. The medieval castle itself is believed to have sat within the towns walls and is beneath the bus garage.
Moulton Windmill, Moulton (approx. 20 miles away)
The nine-storeyed Moulton Mill is the tallest windmill in the UK and stands at 100ft high to the top of the ogee cap. It was built in the early 19th century by Robert King and saw its sails removed near the end of the century after gale damage. Soon afterwards, a steam system was installed to pow...
Cherry Willingham Library, Cherry Willingham (approx. 20 miles away)
With thousands of books covering fiction, non-fiction and children, The Cherry Willingham library is an important part of the local community. Organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly there is comfortable seating and helpful staff on hand with any questions or inquiries you might have. Open...
Town Bridge, Stamford (approx. 20 miles away)
The town bridge in Stamford crossing the River Welland.
Haltham Beck, Haltham (approx. 21 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...
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 21 miles away)
The George of Stamford is a beautiful coaching inn with log fires, oak panelled restaurant, a walled monastery garden and cobbled courtyard. The exact age of is not known, but historians have referred to it as "A very ancient hostelry, once belonging to the Abbots of Croyland". It's possible therefo...
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 21 miles away)
St. Martin's was founded c1146 but due to deterioration was entirely rebuilt during the second half of the 15th century. Little has been altered since.The church houses the tombs of the Cecil family of Burghley House. Also, Daniel Lambert, the biggest man in England during the Georgian period is bur...
Daniel Lambert, Stamford (approx. 21 miles away)
Born in Leicester March 13th, 1770 and died suddenly during a visit to Stamford for the races in 1809. His coffin was built on wheels requiring some 20 men to lower it down a ramp into his grave in St Martin's Church.In 1793 he turned the scale at 32 stone and in 1804 weighed over 49 stone. Daniel t...
Stone Bridge, Deeping St James (approx. 21 miles away)
If you see a postcard of the Deepings, it will usually feature the stunning stone bridge which links Deeping St James to Deeping Gate. The bridge was constructed in 1651 and was designed to allow horse drawn carts to cross the river in the days when the Welland was a busy trading route. A...
Church of Saint Benedict, Haltham (approx. 21 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...