Things To Do near Millthorpe
St John's Church, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
Founded sometime in the 12th century and rebuilt c1451. It now has a 15th century exterior which belies the main feature within.Rows of wooden angels with extended wings line the nave and chancel roof.
Maud Foster Windmill, Boston (approx. 16 miles away)
Built in 1819 over a 5 month period for the Reckitt family. Mechanical problems had forced the mills closure in 1948 but in 1988 it was restored to working order and re-opened. It is one of the tallest working windmills in the UK and if visiting, you can climb all 7 floors and view the mill in actio...
Stamford Town Hall, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
Purpose-built in 1778 and is today used as a magistrates court. Presently houses an extensive collection of regalia and historic Stamford memorabilia.
Buckminster Park, Buckminster (approx. 16 miles away)
Buckminster Park stands to the north-east of the village. It was never a medieval hunting park but has its origins in a lease of land in 1532 near the former manor house. The house was demolished in 1951. The park is ideal for long walks, especially during the warmer months.
The All Saints Brewery, Stamford (approx. 16 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.
Ropers Arms Italian Bistro, Boston (approx. 16 miles away)
Ropers Arms Italian Bistro is one of several establishments offering food and drink in the town of Boston. For opening times and pricing please contact them direct. If you are aware of a closure or a change in ownership of the above business please contact us and we will amend the informa...
Queen Eleanor's 12 Crosses, Stamford (approx. 16 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...
Town Bridge, Stamford (approx. 16 miles away)
The town bridge in Stamford crossing the River Welland.
Medieval Wall Remains, Stamford (approx. 16 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.
The Yard, Stamford (approx. 16 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...
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 16 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...
Holy Trinity Church, Boston (approx. 16 miles away)
This Anglican parish church dates back to c1848.
Daniel Lambert, Stamford (approx. 16 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...
The Boston Woods Trust, Boston (approx. 16 miles away)
Founded in 2001, the Boston Woods Trust was formed to provide the people of Boston with a much needed amenity for recreational purposes including walking, bird watching, horse riding and cycling. It is planned that there will eventually be accessible walks along 7 miles of mixed native deciduous...
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 16 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...