Things To Do near Halesgate
Barn Hill, Stamford (approx. 22 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.
Queen Eleanor's 12 Crosses, Stamford (approx. 22 miles away)
The Eleanor Crosses were 12 stone monuments erected for King Edward I's wife Queen Eleanor following her death in 1290. Each monument represents a resting place used when taking her body to London.Stamford erected a modern monument inspired by the "lost cross". It can be found in Sheepmarket, rather...
The Chicken Run Fishery, Woodhall Spa (approx. 22 miles away)
Open all year, there are 29 pegs on the River Witham with adjacent camping and campod facilities. This is the once famous "Chicken Run" and it still produces some astounding bags and specimen fish. Parking by each peg with easy access to pegs 1 - 14, beyond these the bank is a little steeper but...
The All Saints Brewery, Stamford (approx. 22 miles away)
A Victorian brewery much of which still stands. The brewery has stood in the centre of Stamford since 1825 and remains today, a working brewery.There are a variety of tours including tasting tours run during the week and at weekends.
Medieval Wall Remains, Stamford (approx. 22 miles away)
Stamford was originally a walled town and this is a surviving section. The medieval castle itself is believed to have sat within the towns walls and is beneath the bus garage.
Woodhall Spa Airfield Nature Reserve, Woodhall Spa (approx. 22 miles away)
Woodhall Spa Airfield is the site for a new nature reserve in the county and is busy with wildlife. There is parking but access is through a locked gate, Please contact 01507 526667 during office hours for the access code. It is requested that you remain on the runway at all times to preserve...
Stamford Railway Station, Stamford (approx. 22 miles away)
Stamford railway station is 12.5 miles (20 km) west of Peterborough opened by the Syston and Peterborough Railway, part of the present day Birmingham to Peterborough Line. It is owned by Network Rail and operated by East Midlands Trains who operate a limited service. The station was formerly k...
The Yard, Stamford (approx. 22 miles away)
The Yard is an indoor play centre and cafe dreamed up by two local mums who craved a place that accommodated and appealed to adults and children alike. Dedicated to providing a healthy and stimulating environment the Yard is a bit of a sanctuary for families and children have the freedom to explo...
Havenside Waters Fishery, Wainfleet All Saints (approx. 22 miles away)
Havenside-Waters is a family run fishing lake based in beautiful surroundings just off the east coast of Skegness. Situated alongside the River Haven the lake is 1.5 acres and 5-6ft deep, stocked with fresh water fish. The setup is ideal for those seeking a relaxing day's fishing. The lak...
Batemans Victorian Brewery, Skegness (approx. 22 miles away)
Step back in time and enjoy a great family day out at Batemans Brewery Visitors Centre.Take a guided tour around the Victorian Brewhouse and learn the history of the Brewery as well as the brewing process.Based in an old windmill, dating back two centuries and overlooking the River Steeping, Bateman...
River Steeping Fishery, Wainfleet All Saints (approx. 22 miles away)
The fishery stocks bream, perch, pike, roach and dace. There is no disabled access to the river. Day and member permits are available and can be bought from Storrs Fishing Tackle and Wainfleet Angling Club.
All Saints Church, Wainfleet All Saints (approx. 23 miles away)
The church is dedicated to All Saints and replaces a medieval building on a site 2 miles to the West with stone from the old building being used during its construction. The stone cross near the bell turret was found in the river and placed on the gable in 1820.
Wainfleet Railway Station, Wainfleet All Saints (approx. 23 miles away)
Wainfleet railway station has its own signal box at the east end of the platforms. The station is 5 miles (8 km) west of Skegness on the Skegness - Grantham - Nottingham line. Owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains the station is unstaffed and offers limited facilities. I...
Magdalen Library, Wainfleet All Saints (approx. 23 miles away)
The new volunteer-run Magdalen Library opened its doors on January 3rd 2017, replacing the mobile service that had served the community. This is now the 35th hub to open across the county - bringing the total number of libraries and community hubs to 50. It has been a fantastic achie...
Magdalen College Museum, Wainfleet All Saints (approx. 23 miles away)
The Grade 1 Listed building is a scheduled ancient monument. William Patten known as William of Waynflete (born 1395) authorised the building of the college in 1484. Having founded the Magdalen College at Oxford, Oxfordshire, the school was originally intended to educate seven boys and send them...