Things To Do near Hainton
Grimsby Docks, Grimsby (approx. 17 miles away)
The north east town of Grimsby developed around a small river called the Haven, which joined the Humber and provided a safe haven for ships on the estuary. From the 12th century, it became a bustling dockside of imports from Europe and Scandinavia and exports from the wool mills. In the late 18th...
Victorian Flour Mill, Grimsby (approx. 17 miles away)
The Victorian Flour Mill at Grimsby docks is one of the area’s most prominent landmarks. The building is located at the junction of Victoria Street and Corporation Bridge, in an area which once helped establish the town as a top port. Spread across five hectares the site was granted the...
Cleethorpes Pier, Cleethorpes (approx. 17 miles away)
Cleethorpes is a seaside resort and unparished area in the north east corner of the county, situated on the estuary of the Humber.Opened in the late 19th century, the pier now offers a cafe, shops, a bar and restaurant and a nightclub aimed at over 21s.Historically, Cleethorpes was originally made u...
Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre, Coningsby (approx. 17 miles away)
Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight was formed in July 1957. There are displays and fly pasts involving an Avro Lancaster, a Supermarine Spitfire and a Hawker Hurricane.The visitor centre allows an up close guided tour of the aircraft when not in use, as well as exhibits about the airc...
St Helen's Church, West Keal (approx. 17 miles away)
The church was built of green sandstone and brick on a rise above the village in 1623. Part of the church was rebuilt in 1866 and after the church tower fell in September 1881, it was rebuilt in c1844.
Dogdyke Pumping Station, Tattershall (approx. 17 miles away)
Dogdyke steam drainage station was built in 1856 to replace the existing wind-driven pump to drain a large area of farmland between the rivers Bain and Witham.The engine, which runs in steam on all the Open Days, is the original external condensing beam-engine built by Bradley and Craven of Wakefiel...
Caxton Theatre, Grimsby (approx. 17 miles away)
The Caxton Players Society dates back to the early 1940s, during the Second World War, with perfromances to lift spirits during darker times.Today, they are the only Society in the county with an auditorium, based in Grimsby, which offers seating for nearly 200 theatre-goers.Eight main-house product...
River Freshney, Grimsby (approx. 17 miles away)
The town of Grimsby stands on the banks of the River Freshney. Originally it entered the tidal River Humber at Pyewipe, north west of Grimsby, but has been re-routed and now supplies Grimsby Docks. There was an existing haven within the borough of Grimsby but this suffered greatly with silting...
ADH Fishery, Alford (approx. 17 miles away)
There are 3 lakes at Strubby Grange set within a delightful rural environment. There is a match lake with the carp going up to 15lb The home lake has a wide range of fish with the carp going up to 20lb The third lake has tench. Night fishing available and access for disabled as well....
RAF Waddington Heritage Centre, Lincoln (approx. 17 miles away)
RAF Waddington is a Royal Air Force station located 4.2 miles south of Lincoln. It has a proud and distinguished history spanning more than 90 years. Following its opening in November 1916 as a flying training base, the Station had aircraft and people involved in both World Wars, including the pa...
Brigg Garden Centre, Brigg (approx. 17 miles away)
Brigg Garden Centre is a must for the budding beginner or blossoming expert.Friendly and helpful staff are on hand to give advice and useful hints and tips on their own specialist fields. There is a vast undercover plant area and a garden care department with everything from fertilisers and chemical...
Alford Craft Market, Alford (approx. 17 miles away)
One of the longest standing craft markets in the UK can be found in Alford. It's also the first of its kind in the Wolds.Established in 1974 by two craftspeople, Heather & Michel Ducos of Alford Pottery, who are still active today and share a long term vision and a love for their town. They have cre...
Keal Carr Nature Reserve, East Keal (approx. 17 miles away)
A fine example of the alder carrs of the southern Wolds. Carr is a name for an area of woodland mainly populated with the marsh loving alder tree.
River Till Fishery, Sturton by Stow (approx. 17 miles away)
The fishery stocks barbel, carp, perch, tench and pike. Day and season permits are available from Lincoln tackle shops for membership. There is no disabled access and no fly fishing only. Wonderful scenary, a popular venue in the area.
Hartsholme Country Park, Skellingthorpe (approx. 17 miles away)
Hartsholme Country Park lies about 3 miles (5 km) southwest of the city centre of Lincoln, accessible via the B1378.The park covers more than 200 acres and was opened in 1979. It holds a prestigous Green Flag Award and features paths and wide open spaces, lakes and ornamental grounds, originally the...