Things To Do near Hurns End
Daniel Lambert, Stamford (approx. 36 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...
Town Bridge, Stamford (approx. 36 miles away)
The town bridge in Stamford crossing the River Welland.
Wendover Hall, Humberston (approx. 36 miles away)
Wendover Hall has stood within Humberston village for more than a century. The parish council is currently seeking planning permission for a large extension which will provide a new secondary hall/room as well as new toilet facilities, storage and kitchen. The hall is available for hire for gr...
St Peter's Church, Humberston (approx. 36 miles away)
The oldest building in Humberston is St Peter's Church. Although the church was rebuilt during the early decades of the 18th century, the tower is over seven hundred years old. At the rear of the church is the site of the former Humberston Abbey of Benedictine monks, which was founded during t...
Queen Eleanor's 12 Crosses, Stamford (approx. 36 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 All Saints Brewery, Stamford (approx. 36 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.
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 36 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...
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 36 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...
Medieval Wall Remains, Stamford (approx. 36 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.
Hill Holt Wood, Norton Disney (approx. 36 miles away)
Hill Holt Wood is many things. Stunning woodland open to the public every day. A social enterprise with charitable status. A way of working with the local community to create a better environment, provide employment and reach out to those in need. Visit from dawn ’til dusk every day of the w...
The Yard, Stamford (approx. 36 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...
Stamford Railway Station, Stamford (approx. 36 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...
Swinderby Railway Station, Swinderby (approx. 36 miles away)
Swinderby railway station serves the villages of Swinderby, North Scarle, Eagle and Morton Hall. It is 8.75 miles (14 km) south west of Lincoln Central on the Nottingham to Lincoln Central Line, owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains. The station, adjacent to the level cross...
All Saint's Church, Eagle (approx. 36 miles away)
The church in the lovely village of Eagle dates from the 13th century and is a Grade II listed attraction. It was rebuilt duirng the 18th century and again in the early part of the 19th century. The village is 7 miles from Lincoln with a population of less than one thousand. There are some ame...
Stamford Garden Centre, Stamford (approx. 36 miles away)
Stamford Garden Centre is a popular and busy location able to meet all your gardening needs and more. There is a splendid looking restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and specials. There is a garden farm shop, a butchery and a well stocked farm kitchen. With plants, tools, stoves, clothing, gar...