Things To Do near Fordington
Bracebridge Heath Community Library, Bracebridge Heath (approx. 27 miles away)
Bracebridge Heath Community Library is run by volunteers on behalf of Bracebridge Heath Parish Council. It benefits from a wide selection of books that sees shelves and spinners crammed with paperbacks and hardbacks. Organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly there is comfortable seating and hel...
Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
Originally a church founded in the 950s to help evangelise the area.Begun in 1072 on the orders of William The Conqueror and a masterpiece of English Gothic architecture. Most of the building was completed in the thirteenth century.It's believed that Lincoln Cathedral was the tallest building in the...
Greyfriars, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
Greyfriars is the oldest Franciscan church building in England. It stands behind St Swithin's church in the downhill area of Lincoln, between Free School Lane and Broadgate.During the early 13th century Franciscan friars arrived in Lincoln and were granted land to build a friary. Work commenced c123...
Medieval Bishops' Palace, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
The Medieval Bishop's Palace is a visitor's attraction in the city of Lincoln.Built during the late 12th century, it was one of the most opulent residential structures in the country and the administrative centre of the vast Diocese of Lincoln, which stretched from the Humber to the Thames.The palac...
The Collection Museum, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
Situated in the heart of historic Lincoln, The Collection brings together Lincoln’s archaeology museum and the Usher Gallery in one fantastic visitor centre. The archaeology gallery tells the story of Lincolnshire’s fascinating heritage through artefact rich displays and reconstructions, hands-o...
Lincoln Central Library, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
The public library in the historic city of Lincoln is a very special place. The first lending library opened its doors near the end of the 19th century, in 1895, and operated from the Assembly Rooms building in the centre of the city. It was replaced by the new site on Free School Lane in 1914....
Usher Gallery, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
The Usher Gallery was built to house the collection of James Ward Usher, using funds he bequeathed for the purpose, and was officially opened on 25 May 1927 by the then Prince of Wales.The building, now Grade II listed, was designed by the architect, Sir Reginald Blomfield. It is stone with brick pa...
Lincoln Drill Hall, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
Modern and refurbished throughout, the Lincoln Drill Hall is a popular entertainment venue in the historic City of Lincoln.Its main auditorium has a maximum capacity of 500 seats and it has hosted various bands. As well as live music, the venue offers theatre, literature talks, films, the Lincoln Be...
Play Zone, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
If you're looking for a Play Centre designed with the whole family in mind then PlayZone, Lincoln, is ideal. There is something for everyone with regular play sessions including Parent & Toddler, Adult & Student and Birthday Parties. Alternatively if you would like exclusive use of the whole v...
Exchequer Gate, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
Exchequer Gate is three splendid arched walkways located at the cathedral end of Castle Hill The gate was constructed during the 14th century and it is here that local tennats came to pay rent to the church. Above the arches are two further floors of rooms, which were at one time rented dwelli...
Newport Arch, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
Reputedly the oldest arch in England with traffic flowing through it, Newport Arch is the name given to the remains of a 3rd-century Roman gate in the historic city of Lincoln.In the 4th century Roman occupied Lincoln, known then as Lindum Colonia, became capital of the province Flavia Caesariensis...
The Lincoln Ghost Walk, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
The Original Lincoln Ghost Walk runs every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7pm from the Tourist Information Centre in Castle Square (top of Steep Hill).
The Lincoln Medieval Walk, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
Come to the historical city of Lincoln to learn how we lived our day to day lives both peasant and lord between the years 1000 to 1500.
Lincoln Ice Rink, Lincoln (approx. 27 miles away)
Skate (and fall over) on real ice at the Lincoln Ice Rink, availble between 29th November and 31st December. One of the many winter themed events in the city the well lit outdoor rink is festooned with Christmas decorations. Sessions start on the hour and last for forty five minutes. Child, co...
Lincoln Tourist Information Centre, Lincoln (approx. 27 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.