Things To Do near Great Tows
Stapleford Woods, Stapleford (approx. 30 miles away)
The ancient woodland and forest in Stapleford marks the county boundary between Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire.The site was clear-felled during the early stages of World War I to supply local industry and used as a British Army camp and training grounds during World War II. In late 1945, the land...
Swineshead Community Library, Swineshead (approx. 30 miles away)
Located in the Methodist Church, there is a selection of library services on offer. It is run by local volunteers and Swineshead Parish Council. Opening times: Mon Closed, Tue 9.30am - 12.30pm, Wed Closed, Thu 2pm-5pm Fri Closed, 1st Sat of the month 10am - 12noon, Sun Closed Services in...
Swineshead Methodist Church, Swineshead (approx. 30 miles away)
The Wesleyan Methodist chapel in Swineshead is still in use. The chapel of 1845 was converted to a Sunday School in 1906 when a new chapel was built alongside. That new chapel no longer exists and the original building has reverted to its former use as a chapel. It is a Grade II listed buildin...
Pots of Fun, Boston (approx. 30 miles away)
Pots of Fun, based in Boston, was established in 2003 and is an ideal place for a fun afternoon with paint and ceramics. With no booking necessary family members and little ones can drop in and paint some personalised gifts. There are no entrance fees so you only pay for the items you wish to pai...
Rauceby Railway Station, Sleaford (approx. 30 miles away)
Rauceby railway station is close to the western border of Quarrington and just over half-a-mile south of the village of South Rauceby. Originally it served Rauceby Mental Hospital that was closed in 1998 and now serves commuters living in the new housing estates that comprise the Greylees suburb...
Four Seasons Garden Centre, Sleaford (approx. 30 miles away)
Based in Sleaford the Four Seasons Garden Centre is a busy and popular place. They stock a huge range of products from Wolf Garten Tools, Wilkinson Sword Garden Tools, Tayberry Clothing, Solar Garden Lights and much more. The centre is packed full of quality plants, garden furniture, plant fee...
Elms Farm Equestrian Centre, Caythorpe (approx. 30 miles away)
Elms Farm Equestrian Centre is suitable for all horse lovers whether you have never ridden before or have been riding for a long time and have your own horse. There are three outdoor and one indoor arena and the riding school is open five days a week with shows every weekend for unaffiliated and...
Church of St Mary the Virgin, Swineshead (approx. 31 miles away)
An impressive, 14th century stone church with a striking 160ft spire that dominates the skyline. A Grade I listed building, the Chancel was rebuilt in the mid 19th century and the south aisle altar slab is presumed to predate the church. Further modernisation include east facing stained windows and...
7 Lakes Country Park Fishery, Crowle (approx. 31 miles away)
A well-stocked 40 acre site with Carp, Pike, Tench, Ide. 7 lakes is no day ticket fishery where the fish are pressured and subject to large amounts non-natural food. Our fish enjoy natural surroundings and thrive on the ecological balance at the heart of the park, with our fishing rules reflectin...
RSPB Freiston Shore, Thurlby (approx. 31 miles away)
At Freiston Shore you can get excellent views of waterbirds on the salt water lagoon, especially at high tide when wading birds roost, sometimes in their thousands. Summer is a good time to see nesting wading birds, including avocets and ringed plovers. In winter, brent geese congregate along wit...
Savannah Equestrian Centre, Boston (approx. 31 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...
Southview Riding School, Sleaford (approx. 31 miles away)
Southview Riding School is a popular and family run business with friendly help and advice whenever required. Riding lessons are available everyday and open to anyone wishing to learn. There are private lessons and even a mechanical horse. Southview also offer many different kinds of livery th...
Type 22 World War 2 Pillbox, Frieston (approx. 31 miles away)
During the Second World War, defences were constructed around Freiston Shore as part of the anti-invasion defences when Britain stood alone against Germany. A number of pillboxes, gun emplacements and coastal lights were constructed and the remains of these fortifications can be seen and explored...
Ancaster Railway Station, Ancaster (approx. 32 miles away)
Ancaster railway station is 11.5 miles north of Grantham on the Nottingham to Skegness Line. It still has a working signal box at the west end of the station and offers limited facilities including two shelters, bicycle storage, timetables and modern 'Help Points'. The station is now owned by...
Pilgrim Fathers Memorial, Fishtoft (approx. 32 miles away)
Near this place in September 1607 those later known as "The Pilgrim Fathers" made their first attempt to find religious freedom across the seas. Erected 1957 is a small granite obelisk mounted on a granite block to commemorate this.