Things To Do near St John The Baptist Church
St Mary's Church, Stamford (approx. 14 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...
St Mary's Vaults Inn, Stamford (approx. 14 miles away)
A late medieval timber-framed inn still serving real ale.
Stamford Town Hall, Stamford (approx. 14 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.
Stamford Tourist Information Centre, Stamford (approx. 14 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.
Stamford Arts Centre, Stamford (approx. 14 miles away)
Stamford Arts Centre provides you with the opportunity to experience and participate in a wide selection of art forms from theatre, music and film to sculpture, dance and drawing.The 160+ seat theatre also doubles up as a cinema which, over the last 15 years, has become a film hub for Stamford showi...
Bourne Cricket Club, Bourne (approx. 14 miles away)
The Cricket Club plays its home games at the Abbey Lawn. The town's non-league football team are right next door. The club has four adult teams, two on a Saturday and two on a Sunday, as well as a strong junior set up with teams going from U9 up to U15. The 1st team ar...
St George's Church, Stamford (approx. 14 miles away)
St George's is of very early origin, possibly being mentioned in the Domesday Book.The church was rebuilt in the 17th century.
Town Bridge, Stamford (approx. 14 miles away)
The town bridge in Stamford crossing the River Welland.
The Viking Way, Thurlby (approx. 14 miles away)
The Viking Way is a challenging and rewarding long-distance walk. It commences at the Humber and picks its way through the scenic Lincolnshire countryside to finish in Leicestershire. You will pass through the Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the market town of Horncastle, the Limewoo...
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 14 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...
Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool, Bourne (approx. 14 miles away)
Bourne outdoor community swimming pool has been maintained by the local residents and volunteers since 1990. The 50 yard pool is a warm, safe and friendly environment for all ages and is situated in the picturesque Abbey Lawns. Children must be supervised. Times and prices are available on the we...
Stamford Railway Station, Stamford (approx. 14 miles away)
Stamford railway station is 12.5 miles (20 km) west of Peterborough opened by the Syston and Peterborough Railway, part of the present day Birmingham to Peterborough Line. It is owned by Network Rail and operated by East Midlands Trains who operate a limited service. The station was formerly k...
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 14 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. 14 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...
Ancaster Leisure Enterprises, Ancaster (approx. 14 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...