Things To Do near Swinderby Railway Station
War Memorial, Old Bolingbroke (approx. 30 miles away)
To the glory of God and in grateful memory of the men of Old Bolingbroke who gave their lives in the War 1914 - 1918 & 1939 - 1945.The memorial is a stone cross and stands on a small village green.Old Bolingbroke is a village near Spilsby. The Prime Meridian passes to the west. The village of New Bo...
Bolingbroke Castle, Old Bolingbroke (approx. 30 miles away)
Built around c1220-30 by Ranulph de Blundevill and situated in the heart of Old Bolingbroke at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds. It was the birthplace of the future King Henry IV in 1366.The castle had a moat some 90 feet wide which came up to the walls. It only ever saw action once in 1643 during...
St Peter & St Paul's Church, Old Bolingbroke (approx. 30 miles away)
Seating about 250 people, the church was built of traditional Spilsby sandstone c1363 by John of Gaunt and originally three times its current size. The church suffered at the hands of Oliver Cromwell and fellow parliamentarians as they laid seige at Bolingbroke Castle in 1643 and was restored and...
The Somersby Manor House, Somersby (approx. 30 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. 30 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.
Birth Place of Lord Alfred Tennyson, Somersby (approx. 30 miles away)
Born in 1809 in what is now The Somersby Manor House, Somersby.
The Gliderdrome, Boston (approx. 30 miles away)
The Gliderdrome is a popular venue in the town of Boston. Hosting mostly cover bands and thrilling US-style wrestling, there is always an event on. Please consult the website for further details.
Savannah Equestrian Centre, Boston (approx. 30 miles away)
Savannah Equestrian Centre is a family run business set in a beautiful rural location between Spalding and Boston. The centre offers a range of horse riding activities, lessons, careers training and hacks to suit a variety of ages and abilities. Customers are encouraged to take an active role...
Bourne Woods, Bourne (approx. 30 miles away)
Bourne Wood is a quiet ancient woodland with mixed conifers and semi-natural broadleaf trees. Bourne Woods is also part of Kesteven Forest.
Sir Joseph Banks Country Park, Boston (approx. 30 miles away)
Over 27 acres was purchased in 2007 and seeded with a wild flower mix, This was followed by the planting of trees providing a suitable nesting sites for owls, a kestrel, sparrows, swallows, birds and bats. The area also includes Jenny's Wood and is part of the Boston Woods Trust. Founded in...
Westgate Wood, Boston (approx. 30 miles away)
Part of the Boston Woods trust, bringing woodland to the Boston district. This was the first area to be planted in 1999, covering 23.5 acres. It lies between Five House Lane and Old Hammond Beck Road in Wyberton. There are places for parking off both roads. Some “Memorial” trees pl...
Westwood Lakes Fishery, Wyberton (approx. 31 miles away)
There are three well stocked fishing lakes at Westwood Lakes set in charming countryside. Carp, Tench, Barbel, Roach and Chub are all available. No Floating Baits allowed. No Barbed hooks. No cat meat. No boilies. No braid. Landing nets and keep nets provided. There is delightful sur...
St Peter & St Paul's Church, Gosberton (approx. 31 miles away)
St Peter & St Paul’s is a large and magnificent village church with lots of history. Its spire reaches nearly 200 feet above the countryside and the tower gives tremendous views of the fens. There are regular weekly services, baptisms and weddings. The hall is very smart with modern toilet...
Lake Helen Fishery, Sutterton (approx. 31 miles away)
Lake Helen is a two-acre traditional mixed coarse fishery. Lilly pads and overhanging willows give the visiting angler many varied fishing experiences. The margins are often the best places to fish and vary in depth from three to twelve feet. Carp anglers target the shallower bars in the middle....
Boston Victorian Cemetery, Boston (approx. 31 miles away)
The Victorian Cemetery, Park and Gardens consists of 15 serene acres. It has a beautiful main avenue of original mid 19th century Limes and Cedars.There is a small Chapel, a Mortuary Building and a fine Gate Lodge.Boston is a popular county town and small port, located on the east coast. As well as...