Things To Do near Dunston
Crowland Abbey, Crowland (approx. 34 miles away)
Crowland Abbey, once part of a Benedictine Abbey, has stood in Crowland since as early as the 8th century, dedicated to Saint Mary the Virgin, Saint Bartholomew and Saint Guthlac. Guthlac the monk lived the life of a hermit at Crowland (also known as Croyland) during the late 7th century and early 8...
The Palm Farm, Ulceby (approx. 35 miles away)
The Palm Farm was launched in 1972 and at the time were pioneers in the promotion of hardy palms and exotics.The nursery is located in and around a walled garden, orchard and paddocks of an old Hall from which it gets an air of maturity. In the last forty years many specimens of trees and shrubs hav...
The Priory of St Leonard, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
12th century priory ruins founded by the Benedictines of Durham Abbey. The existing priory building dates from about 1090, and the impressive West Front was constructed about 1150.One school of thought suggests that it was built upon the site of the monastery founded by St. Wilfrid in 658. If true,...
Church of St Mary & St Augustine, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
In 1861, planes were drawn up to build a new church in Stamford.The Dolphin pub on Broad Street came on the market, and was bought for £1000, and in 1863 the work on the church began.
The Exotic Pet Refuge, Deeping St James (approx. 35 miles away)
The Exotic Pet Refuge is a small charity that offers a loving home to all kinds of animals. Founded in 1984 by Pam Mansfield and her late husband, Mel, the sanctuary began life in the caring couple’s home nine years earlier. "Someone came to us one day with an injured bird – and...
Stamford Market, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
Stamford's traditional street market is held every Friday on Broad Street and Ironmonger Street. The market is open from 8.30am - 4.00pm. There is a Farmers' Market held every 2 weeks on the same day but is located on the High Street.
The Hospital of William Browne, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
Founded by William Browne in 1475, it looks like a church though is in fact a medieval almshouse used to accommodate the elderly.Be respectful if visiting as the almshouses are occupied.
Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
A 400 seat theatre built within the shell of the original Corn Exchange Hall. Refurbished almost entirely by volunteers, and run throughout the year by volunteers.
Stamford Farmers' Market, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
Stamford Farmers' Market is held on a Friday every 2 weeks. It is located on the High Street and is open between 8.30am - 4.00pm. A traditional market is held weekly on Broad Street and Ironmonger Street on a Friday and is open the same time.
Barn Hill, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
One of Stamford's most attractive and well-preserved streets. This picturesque cobbled stoned street provided key locations for the BBC TV series Middlemarch and the film The Golden Bowl.
Stamford Library, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
In the busy, historic town of Stamford, the public library is one of many old and impressive buildings, as well as an important part of the community. Organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly there is comfortable seating and helpful staff on hand with any questions or inquiries you might have....
All Saints Church, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
Recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, All Saints stands as one of Stamford's oldest churches.Located between All Saints' Place and Red Lion Square, it dominates the market area between the Danish borough and the Castle area.Little remains of the original structure, some 12th century masonry in the...
Red Lion Square, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
Stamford's ancient market place and pretty much the centre of Stamford. The building running along the south side of the square is thought to be a late medieval wool hall.
St Mary's Vaults Inn, Stamford (approx. 35 miles away)
A late medieval timber-framed inn still serving real ale.
St George's Church, Stamford (approx. 35 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.