Things To Do near Haven Bank
Queen Eleanor's 12 Crosses, Stamford (approx. 30 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...
Burghley House, Stamford (approx. 30 miles away)
Burghley House is a Grade I listed building, with separately Grade I listed north courtyard and gate. The rooms and gardens are open to the public.Built during the mid-late 16th century by Sir William Cecil, later 1st Baron Burghley, who was Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, the house is a g...
Town Bridge, Stamford (approx. 30 miles away)
The town bridge in Stamford crossing the River Welland.
Medieval Wall Remains, Stamford (approx. 31 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.
Daniel Lambert, Stamford (approx. 31 miles away)
Born in Leicester March 13th, 1770 and died suddenly during a visit to Stamford for the races in 1809. His coffin was built on wheels requiring some 20 men to lower it down a ramp into his grave in St Martin's Church.In 1793 he turned the scale at 32 stone and in 1804 weighed over 49 stone. Daniel t...
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 31 miles away)
The George of Stamford is a beautiful coaching inn with log fires, oak panelled restaurant, a walled monastery garden and cobbled courtyard. The exact age of is not known, but historians have referred to it as "A very ancient hostelry, once belonging to the Abbots of Croyland". It's possible therefo...
The Yard, Stamford (approx. 31 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...
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 31 miles away)
St. Martin's was founded c1146 but due to deterioration was entirely rebuilt during the second half of the 15th century. Little has been altered since.The church houses the tombs of the Cecil family of Burghley House. Also, Daniel Lambert, the biggest man in England during the Georgian period is bur...
Stamford Railway Station, Stamford (approx. 31 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...
Kexby House Gardens, Gainsborough (approx. 32 miles away)
In the small village of Kexby stands the Victorian Kexby House, set within extensive mature gardens and paddocks with views over the open Lincolnshire countryside.This most impressive and substantial of gardens includes wide lawns, ponds, topiary shapes, island beds, a prairie meadow and magnificent...
Hall Farm Park, South Kelsey (approx. 32 miles away)
Hall Farm Park is set in the grounds of a working farm and has been purposely developed to cater for visitors of all ages and abilities.There is so much to see and do from nature walks to pedal go-karts, tractor rides and a tearoom. More than that, there is a host of very friendly animals in paddock...
Chequered Flag Karting, Grimsby (approx. 32 miles away)
A popular and exciting karting venue with a 700 metre outdoor circuit, all weather track, commencing with a traditional painted grid beneath the overhead electronic timing gantry.Suitable for all ages and open seven days a week, Chequered Flag offers free parking, disabled access, a cafe, changing r...
Caistor Arts & Heritage Centre, Caistor (approx. 32 miles away)
Caistor’s heritage has remained undiscovered for so many years and the centre has provided the opportunity to tell the story. Inside you will see interpretive panels about Caistor’s past including a massive print of the 1907 ordnance survey map and a 6 metre long time line from 8000BC to the...
Caistor Library, Caistor (approx. 32 miles away)
Volunteer run Caistor library is within the Arts & Heritage Centr, Plough Hill. Opening times are Mon-Sat 9.00am - 5.00pm, Sun 10.00am - 4.00pm. The library are always seeking volunteers, particularly at weekends. If you are interested in helping then please email library@28ploughhill.co.uk or...
St Peter & St Paul Church, Caistor (approx. 32 miles away)
A fine Grade I building set in beautiful and peaceful grounds. The Church is open daily for private prayer and reflection. Often members of the congregation will be there to greet visitors. Caistor is a town and civil parish situated in the West Lindsey district of the county. As its name impl...