Things To Do near Market Stainton
River Freshney, Grimsby (approx. 19 miles away)
The town of Grimsby stands on the banks of the River Freshney. Originally it entered the tidal River Humber at Pyewipe, north west of Grimsby, but has been re-routed and now supplies Grimsby Docks. There was an existing haven within the borough of Grimsby but this suffered greatly with silting...
Thorpe Culvert Railway Station, Thorpe St Peter (approx. 19 miles away)
Thorpe Culvert railway station serves the village of Thorpe St Peter and is situated 7 miles (11 km) from the popular seaside resort of Skegness. Owned by Network Rail it is managed by East Midlands Trains who provide all rail services. A signal box is present to supervise a level crossing. Th...
Lincolnshire Road Transport Museum, Lincoln (approx. 19 miles away)
The Lincolnshire Vintage Vehicle Society (LVVS) was founded in 1959 by a group of local businessmen.Currently based at North Hykeham, Lincoln, the number one goal of the society was to preserve local vehicles of historic interest and enrich the education of road transport.The museum in Lincoln house...
Skellingthorpe Library, Skellingthorpe (approx. 19 miles away)
Offering a wide range of free to borrow books, Skellingthorpe Library is a popular part of the local community. Well organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly, staff are both helpful and obliging to answer any questions or inquiries you might have. Computers power down 15 minutes before clos...
Fun Farm, Lincoln (approx. 19 miles away)
A trip to the Fun Farm at North Hykeham is an ideal outing for the whole family. Young ones will be entertained for hours in Lincoln’s largest and cleanest play area.A three storey maze of soft padded play equipment, deck climbs, roller racers and exhilarating slides awaits every child, providing...
North Hykeham Community Library, North Hykeham (approx. 19 miles away)
The hub provides a selection of library services and is run by local volunteers and the town council. Organised and wheelchair friendly, you will find the volunteers helpful and happy to answer any questions or inquiries you might have. Opening times: Monday 16:00 til 18:00 Tuesday 16:00...
J Parkers Garden Centre, Anwick (approx. 19 miles away)
A family business established in 1933, J Parkers are one of the leading plant and bulb companies in the UK. Shoppers will find staff extremely helpful and sharing a genuine passion for gardening. There is always someone on hand to share tips and advice with.Stock varies from bulbs and seeds to compo...
Sibsey Trader Windmill, Sibsey (approx. 20 miles away)
This 6 sailed windmill was built in 1877 complete gear, sails and fantail. The high winds of March 2004 led to the mill losing a sail - a cost of approximately £13,000.The mill is not particularly tall but the surrounding flat landscape gives the illusion that it is. You can tour the mill and see t...
Huttoft Car Terrace Beach, Huttoft (approx. 20 miles away)
A large sandy expanse of beach over dunes just to the north of Moggs Eye Beach.There is a car terrace which pretty much allows you to park on the beach, though be careful going up the ramp to the terrace. If it has been windy the sand is blown from the beach onto the ramp and can become deceptively...
St Margaret of Scotland Church, Langrick (approx. 20 miles away)
Saint Margaret of Scotland Church was built during the early part of the 19th century. It was not dedicated until 1922 and is a Grade II listed building. It was restored and altered in the late 19th century and twice during the 20th century. The registers of births and deaths date from 1831 an...
Church of All Saints, North Hykeham (approx. 20 miles away)
All Saints is one of three churches in North Hykeham. It stands at the junction of Mill Lane and Moor Lane and is a Decorated Victorian Gothic style build, constructed in 1858. It is a popular and lively church, open and welcoming to visitors and newcomers, including children and infants.
St Mary's Church, Hogsthorpe (approx. 20 miles away)
The church of St Marys was built in the 12th century, a typical early English style of limestone and greenstone, and is now a Grade I Listed Building.Its tower is 12th century but the font is 15th century and the pulpit dates from the early 18th century. The church was restored in the mid 19th centu...
Church of St Margaret the Virgin & Martyr, Sibsey (approx. 20 miles away)
Dedicated to Saint Margaret, this striking medieval Church in Sibsey, marries traces of Norman architecture with Victorian restoration.A grade I listed building, with a grade II cross, it was restored in the early-mid 19th century, with the chancel rebuilt and nave and aisles partly rebuilt.Today th...
Lincolnshire Wildlife Park, Friskney (approx. 20 miles away)
Lincolnshire Wildlife Park is one of the UK’s largest animal sanctuaries. Our residents come from all walks of life and from all over the world. We have an amazing array of animals that our dedicated keepers work with daily, from Tigers to Parrots and lots in between! The National Parrot San...
Grimsby Dock Tower, Grimsby (approx. 20 miles away)
Completed in 1852 at a staggering 309ft, the purpose of the Grimsby Dock Tower was to provide hydraulic power to the lock gates and cranes of Grimsby Docks. It contained a 30,000 gallon hydraulic wrought iron reservoir at a height of 200 feet to supply the pressure required.The bricks from which the...