Things To Do near Horkstow
Bottesford Beck, Bottesford (approx. 9 miles away)
Bottesford Beck is a fast-flowing stream with grassy banks and birch trees. It flows to the Trent and is a wonderful spot for walking. Years ago it was heavily polluted with outflow from Scunthorpe steelworks but this is now vastly improved. The Trent lies to the west, with a boundary line app...
Silica Country Park, Scunthorpe (approx. 9 miles away)
A popular location, Silica Park is an informal country park, based on the site of a former sand workings. There are plenty of areas to walk, enjoy a picnic or even angle on the lake. Local active interest is focused on the future development and improvement of the park.
Dandi Lion Playzone, Scunthorpe (approx. 10 miles away)
An air conditioned, multi-tiered soft play structure, providing a clean, safe, secure and stimulating play environment, catering for children from 0 - 12 years, with dedicated play zone’s for babies, toddlers and juniors.A comfortable, warm and inviting environment where you will have access to to...
Cheeky Chimps Playzone, Scunthorpe (approx. 10 miles away)
Committed to providing a safe, healthy and stimulating environment for children to learn and play, Cheeky Chimps is a premiere indoor activity play zone in the Scunthorpe and North Lincolnshire area.With huge play structures children can explore and let their imaginations run wild engaging a variety...
Keadby Bridge, Althorpe (approx. 10 miles away)
Keadby Bridge, more formally known as the King George V Bridge, crosses the River Trent near Althorpe and Keadby. The first passenger train to cross is recorded at 10:35am on 21 May 1916. There is a plaque on the Lifting Bridge regarding its opening on said date. Built during 1912 and 1916 by...
Messingham Sand Quarry, Messingham (approx. 10 miles away)
With the aid of volunteers and contractors the quarry has been transformed into a popular nature reserve. There are bare scrapes, mossy wetland and undergrowth populated with a growing array of wildlife. A delightful place to visit.
Brocklesby Country Fair, Brocklesby (approx. 10 miles away)
The popular Brocklesby Country Fair is a fantastic family day out set in the private Lincolnshire parklands of the Earl and Countess of Yarborough. The annual fair is held in June -- please consult the website to confirm dates and prices. Main Arena attractions run continuously throughout the...
Skydive Hibaldstow, Hibaldstow (approx. 10 miles away)
Skydive Hibaldstow offers tandem skydiving, accelerated freefall and static line parachuting courses.Tandem skydiving - 20 minutes instructor and a 15000feet parachute jump harnessed to an experienced instructor. Definitely our most popular course.Accelerated Freefall (AFF) - A full day of instructi...
Gainsthorpe Medieval Village, Hibaldstow (approx. 11 miles away)
One of the best-preserved examples in England of a medieval village. Clearly visible as a complex of grassy humps and bumps. According to legend demolished as a den of thieves, the real reason for its abandonment remains uncertain. The area/site is managed by English Heritage.
Messingham Sands Fishery, Messingham (approx. 11 miles away)
Welcome to Lincolnshire's premiere fishing venue. Covering an extensive 66 acres, the superb fishing is set in beautiful surroundings and caters for all types of angler from top flight to the dedicated club match angler. The site includes two Syndicate Lakes catering for both specimen and...
Grange Park Fisheries, Messingham (approx. 11 miles away)
Grange Park Fisheries is a family run all year round venue for match and pleasure alike. A friendly environment, there are extensively stocked lakes set in peaceful surroundings close to the M180. There is also an on site cafe serving a full English from 7am, toilets and a tackle & bait shop,...
Cleatham Hall, Manton (approx. 12 miles away)
In the Buildings of England by Pevsner, Cleatham Hall is mentioned as originally being a plain Georgian box. It was rebuilt in 1855 in the Palladian style by Mr Maw including a geometrical cantilevered stone staircase with cast iron balusters. The garden is also mentioned being of rich in Victori...
Fairgardens Plant Centre, Gainsborough (approx. 12 miles away)
Based in Kirton Lindsey, Fair Gardens are family owned and run with a dedicated team of experienced employees who are always happy to help.The centre has a relaxed atmosphere and customers will find it houses a large variety of stock to browse varying from bulbs and vegetables, plants, tools and gar...
Keelby Methodist Church, Keelby (approx. 12 miles away)
Within walking distance of the park on Yarborough Road, at the east end of the village, is Keelby's Methodist Church.The congregation is a growing one; lively, warm and friendly, using the gift of music to worship God. On Sunday there are two services, one at 10.30am and one at 6.00pm. The evening s...
Keelby Community Library, Keelby (approx. 12 miles away)
In the West Lindsey village of Keelby the Victoria Road library is brimming with thousands of books for all ages and tastes. Led by volunteers, the library continues to be a vital and important part of the community. Opening times: Wed 3pm - 6pm, Sat 9.30am - 12.30pm. Closed all other times....