Things To Do near Pickworth
River Welland, Stamford (approx. 17 miles away)
The stunning River Welland is a winding lowland river in the east of the county. At 65 miles (105 km) long it drains part of the Midlands eastwards to The Wash. It rises in the Hothorpe Hills, at Sibbertoft in Northamptonshire, then flows generally northeast to Market Harborough, Stamford and Spa...
The Yard, Stamford (approx. 17 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 Town Hall, Stamford (approx. 17 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.
Church of Saint Mary, Cowbit (approx. 17 miles away)
Cowbit Anglican parish church is a Grade I listed building dedicated to Saint Mary. It was built on a small scale in the 14th century by Prior de Moulton of Spalding. A chancel and Perpendicular tower were added by Bishop Russell of Lincoln in 1487. A Wesleyan chapel was built in 1842, and reb...
Medieval Wall Remains, Stamford (approx. 17 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.
Town Bridge, Stamford (approx. 17 miles away)
The town bridge in Stamford crossing the River Welland.
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 17 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...
Daniel Lambert, Stamford (approx. 17 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...
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 17 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...
Kirton Library, Kirton (approx. 17 miles away)
Kirton Library has moved and has been relocated in the New Life Community Church. The hub prvides a selection of library services and is run by local volunteers and members of the New Life Community Church. There is a good selection of books to choose from and shelves are well-stocked. Open...
Stamford Railway Station, Stamford (approx. 17 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...
Gerard's Carp Lake, Market Deeping (approx. 17 miles away)
Gerards Carp Lake is situated in the village of Maxey, 1/2 mile from the A15 & 1 mile to Deeping. Situated in 18 acres, with 12 acres of water, stocked with mirror carp, common carp, crucian carp, roach, breem & chub. The lake fishes well throughout the year, including the winter months, with som...
Boston Classic Car Show, Kirton (approx. 17 miles away)
The Annual Classic Car Show is held during August at Graves Park, Kirton. A popular and open air event it features nearly 500 vehicles on display and there are also over 50 stalls to browse. A wonder family day out -- 2015 sees them celebrating their 25th anniversary. Please vist the websit...
All Saints Church, Fosdyke (approx. 17 miles away)
The name of the village is derived from Old English and Old Norse. There is a Grade II listed Anglican church dedicated to All Saints. In the late 19th century it was entirely rebuilt in brick on the site of an older church, in an Early English style. The architect was Edward Browning.
Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre, Metheringham (approx. 17 miles away)
Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre is a small museum that is supported by the Friends of Metheringham Airfield (FOMA). Situated just outside the village of Martin, it is located on part of the former RAF Metheringham airfield, and recalls the life and times of this important Lancaster Bomber St...