Things To Do near Captain Matthew Flinders RN
William Marwood, Horncastle (approx. 21 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...
River Bain, Horncastle (approx. 21 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...
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...
Horncastle Summer Craft Fair, Horncastle (approx. 21 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.
Stamford Garden Centre, Stamford (approx. 21 miles away)
Stamford Garden Centre is a popular and busy location able to meet all your gardening needs and more. There is a splendid looking restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and specials. There is a garden farm shop, a butchery and a well stocked farm kitchen. With plants, tools, stoves, clothing, gar...
Somerton Castle, Navenby (approx. 21 miles away)
Somerton Castle is located near the villages of Navenby and Boothby Graffoe. The site is on low-lying land between the Lincoln Edge and the River Trent. The castle is 13th century and was gifted to King Edward II in 1309. King John II of France was imprisoned at Somerton Castle between 1359 an...
Medieval Wall Remains, Stamford (approx. 21 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.
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...
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 21 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. 21 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
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...
Horncastle Tourist Information Centre, Horncastle (approx. 21 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.
Horncastle Medical Group & Dispensary, Horncastle (approx. 21 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...
The Yard, Stamford (approx. 21 miles away)
The Yard is an indoor play centre and cafe dreamed up by two local mums who craved a place that accommodated and appealed to adults and children alike. Dedicated to providing a healthy and stimulating environment the Yard is a bit of a sanctuary for families and children have the freedom to explo...