Things To Do near The Gliderdrome
The Somersby Manor House, Somersby (approx. 18 miles away)
The manor house with its square towers dates back to 1722. It is said to be designed by Sir John Vanburgh who also created Grimsthorpe Castle.
St Margaret's Church, Somersby (approx. 18 miles away)
Built of green sandstone and patched with brick, this is a 15th century church which had at one time the father of Lord Alfred Tennyson (poet laureate) as its rector.
Metheringham Railway Station, Metheringham (approx. 18 miles away)
The station was opened on 1 July 1882 and named Blankney and Metheringham. It closed to passengers on 11 September 1961. During 1975 it was once again opened and this time known only as Metheringham. The station is currently owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains. The statio...
Birth Place of Lord Alfred Tennyson, Somersby (approx. 18 miles away)
Born in 1809 in what is now The Somersby Manor House, Somersby.
Culverthorpe Walks, Culverthorpe (approx. 18 miles away)
A delightful 3.3 mile walk through lovely countryside and peaceful villages. There are some wonderful views of at least ten churches if you keep to the route. Please visit the website below for further information and content that can be downloaded.
Ashby Park Fishery, Horncastle (approx. 18 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.
Lyndhurst Garden Centre, Burgh le Marsh (approx. 18 miles away)
The busy and popular Lyndhurst Garden Centre can be visited on Skegness Rd in Burgh Le Marsh. The centre offers everything to satisfy your gardening needs with an extensive range of all varieties of plants, trees and shrubs constantly in stock, along with a large giftware range for that special o...
Bourne Rugby Club (RFU), Bourne (approx. 18 miles away)
Welcome to Bourne Rugby Club! The club offer rugby for Minis & Juniors and have 2 Senior teams plus a Women's RugbyFIT class. Even if you haven't played for a while, go and join them! Find out more on the official website and facebook.
Fenlake Fishery, Metheringham (approx. 19 miles away)
Fenlake Fishery is a family run business with two lakes. Fenlake is a 20 peg pleasure and match lake. Meg lake is a 19 peg pleasure lake. Metheringham village is a three minute walk and caters for most needs with numerous public houses, a wide choice of shops and food outlets. There is also...
Tupholme Abbey Ruins, Bardney (approx. 19 miles away)
Now ruins, Tupholme Abbey is one of only a few with standing remains of the original monastic buildings in addition to the archaeological remains below ground. The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire purchased this site in 1988 and is preserving this ancient monument for future generations. The sur...
Spirit Of Sutterby, Sutterby (approx. 19 miles away)
Spirit of Sutterby is a community project organised under the umbrella of the Down Your Wold project. The primary goals are to explore the hamlet of Sutterby, researching its past and recording its present and to help with its future. Lost in a fold of the stunning Lincolnshire Wolds, close by...
Church Of St John The Baptist, Sutterby (approx. 19 miles away)
The church of St John the Baptist, in the charming hamlet of Sutterby, is a redundant 12th century Anglican holy building. Designated by English Heritage as Grade II listed it is under the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches charity. A simple one storey structure it is constructed in gr...
Metheringham Community Library, Metheringham (approx. 19 miles away)
In the town of Metheringham, the public library can be found on the High Street. The hub provides a selection of library services and is run by local volunteers and Metheringham Parish Council. Opening times: Mon Closed, Tue 3pm - 5pm, Wed 12pm - 2pm Thu 10am - 12pm & 3pm - 5pm, Fri 4pm...
Bourne Eau River, Bourne (approx. 19 miles away)
Bourne Eau is a short river which rises in the town of Bourne and flows in an easterly direction to join the River Glen at Tongue End. It is an embanked river, as its normal level is higher than that of the surrounding Fens. Today it forms an important part of the drainage system that enables...
Metheringham Swimming Pool, Metheringham (approx. 19 miles away)
Metheringham open air swimming pool provides a safe and friendly environment for all ages. The pool is heated, open from May to September and is available weekdays and weekends. Located at the heart of the village it is a great asset for local residents and the surrounding areas. Run by community...