Things To Do near West Keal
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Edward Stanhope MP was born in London in 1840 but became a respected benefactor to Horncastle and its people. So much so that, when he died in 1893, a memorial was erected in the Market Place, leaving residents with a permanent reminder of his generosity.Today, the Stanhope Memorial, by E. H. Lingen...
Horncastle Market, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
William Marwood, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
William Marwood was born in Horncastle, 1818, and was a hangman for the British government. He developed the technique of hanging known as the "long drop".The "long drop" technique ensured that the prisoners' neck was broken instantly at the end of the drop, resulting in the prisoner dying of asphyx...
St Mary's Church, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
This Anglican parish church, seating approximately 700 people, is mostly built of green Spilsby sandstone. Parts of the Church date from the early 13th century.
Manor House, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Horncastle is a market town in the East Lindsey district of the county.The Manor House, a Grade II listed Georgian town residence, was built during the 18th century, fashioned in red brick with some limestone rubble and ashlar to the rear, a plain tiled roof with stone coped gables and stacks.It sta...
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
The Horncastle Canal was a broad canal which ran 11 miles from the River Witham to Horncastle. It passed through twelve locks and largely followed the course of the River Bain. Opening in 1802 it was abandoned for navigation in 1889.
Horncastle Tourist Information Centre, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Lincolnshire's Tourist information centres are a useful resource for planning your trip to the county. The staff are brimming with local knowledge and ideas on how to get the most out of your visit.
Horncastle Bridge, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Behind Horncastle's quaint high street is a delightful road bridge that connects the town to a Tesco supermarket. The river is populated with chub and roach and there are always plenty of hungry ducks around. Image by Dave Hitchborne
Elmhirst Lakes fishery, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
Fishing is for holiday makers and caravan owners only. No day tickets allowed. Elmhirst Lakes is a very beautiful and peaceful holiday retreat, ideal for people seeking a relaxing break yet within an easy walk to the small town with its local inns & cafes offering go...
River Bain, Horncastle (approx. 8 miles away)
The River Bain is a river and a tributary of the River Witham. It rises at Ludford, in the Wolds, and flows through or past the villages of Burgh on Bain, Biscathorpe, Donington on Bain, Goulceby with Asterby and Hemingby before reaching the town of Horncastle where it is joined by the River Wari...
Bainside Coarse Fishery, Kirkby on Bain (approx. 8 miles away)
On the edge of the small village of Kirkby on Bain, Bainside Coarse Fishery is open from dawn to dusk with easy adjacent parking and level access to all pegs. Close to the car park there are 3 pegs which are ideal for those who are less able to walk longer distances. It is a 13/...
Alford and District Cricket Club, Alford (approx. 8 miles away)
Alford and District are a local cricket club with first class facilities including qualified and accredited coaches. They have two senior teams playing Saturdays and one on a Sunday, as well as junior teams playing midweek (junior coaching in season at the Club on Mondays). Founded in 1885 the...
Burgh Reading and Development Centre, Burgh le Marsh (approx. 8 miles away)
In the Old School House on the High Street is the Burgh Reading and Development Centre Organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly the volunteer run hub is open Thu 10.00am-1.00pm, Sat 10.00am-1.00pm. There is a Book Start Bear Club, Children's Books & Holiday Activities, Fiction and Non-ficti...
Phone Box Book Exchange, Kirkby on Bain (approx. 8 miles away)
The iconic red phone box has seen a resurgence and never more so than in the village of Kirkby on Bain. Lovingly refurbished by a hard-working community, it has been converted into a free book exchange. Drop off those titles cluttering up the bookshelf at home and uncover new ones you might have...
Batemans Victorian Brewery, Skegness (approx. 8 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...