Things To Do near Melton Ross
Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
Originally a church founded in the 950s to help evangelise the area.Begun in 1072 on the orders of William The Conqueror and a masterpiece of English Gothic architecture. Most of the building was completed in the thirteenth century.It's believed that Lincoln Cathedral was the tallest building in the...
Lincoln Tourist Information Centre, Lincoln (approx. 25 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.
Magna Carta, Lincoln Castle, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
Lincoln Castle is honoured to hold one of the four surviving original Magna Carta. It was the first document imposed upon a King of England by a group of his subjects, the feudal barons, in an attempt to limit his powers by law and protect their rights. The Great Charter of the Liberties of En...
Lincoln Castle, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
Lincoln Castle is built on the site of a Roman fort and for a while, used as a prison. Constructed in 1068, it is one of the first Norman castles built. There are several museums in the castle one of which houses one of the four surviving originals of the Magna Carta. You can presently walk ov...
Exchequer Gate, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
Exchequer Gate is three splendid arched walkways located at the cathedral end of Castle Hill The gate was constructed during the 14th century and it is here that local tennats came to pay rent to the church. Above the arches are two further floors of rooms, which were at one time rented dwelli...
The Lincoln Ghost Walk, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
The Original Lincoln Ghost Walk runs every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7pm from the Tourist Information Centre in Castle Square (top of Steep Hill).
The Lincoln Medieval Walk, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
Come to the historical city of Lincoln to learn how we lived our day to day lives both peasant and lord between the years 1000 to 1500.
Steep Hill, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
As the street name suggests, a steep hill in the heart of Lincoln. Shop lined and very quaint.At the top is the entrance to Lincoln Castle and Lincoln Cathedral and at the bottom is "The Strait" where you'll find Cardinal's Hat & Dernstall House. After this it's all about shopping.
Sam Scorer Gallery, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
Hugh Segar "Sam" Scorer FRSA was an architect who worked in Lincoln and was a leading pioneer in the development of hyperbolic paraboloid roof structures using concrete. He also was involved in architectural conservation and research into the work of local 19th-century architects, as well as crea...
Medieval Bishops' Palace, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
The Medieval Bishop's Palace is a visitor's attraction in the city of Lincoln.Built during the late 12th century, it was one of the most opulent residential structures in the country and the administrative centre of the vast Diocese of Lincoln, which stretched from the Humber to the Thames.The palac...
Usher Gallery, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
The Usher Gallery was built to house the collection of James Ward Usher, using funds he bequeathed for the purpose, and was officially opened on 25 May 1927 by the then Prince of Wales.The building, now Grade II listed, was designed by the architect, Sir Reginald Blomfield. It is stone with brick pa...
The Collection Museum, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
Situated in the heart of historic Lincoln, The Collection brings together Lincoln’s archaeology museum and the Usher Gallery in one fantastic visitor centre. The archaeology gallery tells the story of Lincolnshire’s fascinating heritage through artefact rich displays and reconstructions, hands-o...
Washingborough Community Centre, Washingborough (approx. 25 miles away)
The Washingborough community centre can be found on Fen Road. With a host of events and activities at the centre ranging from dance to sport and much more there is always something to look out for. The village is 3 miles east from Lincoln city centre, in the North Kesteven district of the coun...
The Jews House, Lincoln (approx. 25 miles away)
The Jew's House is one of the earliest town houses in England. It lies on Steep Hill, in historic Lincoln, immediately below Jew's Court.Dating from the mid 12th century, part of the building façade survives; the elaborately carved doorway, the remains of two Romanesque double-arch windows and much...
Washingborough Tennis Club, Washingborough (approx. 25 miles away)
Washingborough Tennis Club are Tennismark accredited. There are currently around 80 active members from Family, Adult and Junior memberships. The club is managed by a small committee who put on a range of events over the year. All money raised is ploughed back in to the club for the...