Things To Do near Aubourn
Grimsby Dock Tower, Grimsby (approx. 37 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...
St Peter's Church, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 38 miles away)
St Peter's Church is the former parish church of Barton-upon-Humber in the north of the county. It is Grade I Listed and is one of the best known Anglo-Saxon buildings.The former C of E church is now run by the English Heritage and houses an exhibition exploring its history. The dating of the buildi...
Oasis Lakes Fishery & Caravan Park, North Somercotes (approx. 38 miles away)
3 lakes set in lovely surroundings near the coast with a backdrop of conifer woods. In the Island lake there is Carp, Roach, Rudd, and various other species. The Roadside lake contains Common carp, Ghost carp to 20lb+, Mirror Carp to 20lb+, as well as Roach, Rudd and various other species. The Ca...
WIlderspin National School Museum, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 38 miles away)
The Barton National & Infants School was built in 1844 and is a Grade II listed building. This model school was the last of two thousand infant schools set up by Wilderspin across the British Isles. It is unique – few other buildings associated with Wilderspin have survived. Begin your tour...
Raintrees Lakeside Fishery, Skegness (approx. 38 miles away)
Situated 2 miles from Skegness in the countryside, our quiet family owned site offers you the complete peaceful holiday, whether fishing or not. The lake is well stocked with Carp, Rudd and Tench, the biggest catch being a massive 29lb mirror carp. Of course countless smaller fish of various size...
Crowland Library, Crowland (approx. 38 miles away)
Redocorated and with new book stock, Crowland library is an important part of the community for the local residents The library provides a selection of services and is run by Crowland Community Hub with the support of Crowland Cares and local volunteers. Opening times are: Mon 9.30am - 12.3...
St Mary Magdalene Parish Church, Gedney (approx. 38 miles away)
St Mary Magdalene Church is an Anglican Church that heralds from the 13th century. Renowned for its large size in the surrounding low-lying landscape, the Grade I listed building it is commonly known as the Cathedral of the Fens. Dedicated to St Mary Magdalene it was considerably restored in 1...
Crowland Abbey, Crowland (approx. 38 miles away)
Crowland Abbey, once part of a Benedictine Abbey, has stood in Crowland since as early as the 8th century, dedicated to Saint Mary the Virgin, Saint Bartholomew and Saint Guthlac. Guthlac the monk lived the life of a hermit at Crowland (also known as Croyland) during the late 7th century and early 8...
Far Ings National Nature Reserve, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 38 miles away)
For centuries the thick layer of clay which borders the Humber estuary has been used to make tiles, bricks and cement.At the industry's height in the late 1800s, hundreds of men were employed to dig the clay by hand. The tile yards were abandoned in the 1950s, leaving the pits to fill naturally with...
The Ropewalk Art Centre, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 38 miles away)
The Ropewalk is a regionally acclaimed centre for the arts housing galleries, sculpture garden, artist studios and coffee shop.Admission is free and galleries are open 7 days a week but please consult the website to confirm times. There is sensible wheelchair access.It also features Ropery Hall –...
Barton Ghost Walks, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 38 miles away)
Dare you walk the streets of Barton after dark with only spirits to guide you?Join the South Bank Players as they bring the grisly history of Barton to life on their atmospheric Ghost Walk. Discover the haunted backstreets and alleyways of bygone Barton and hear tales to make your hair stand on end....
St Mary's Church, Hogsthorpe (approx. 38 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...
Black Cat Equestrian Centre, Mablethorpe (approx. 38 miles away)
The Black Cat Equestrian Centre is a family run riding centre, offering riding and driving tuition for all ages and those with physical and learning difficulties. Set in 22 acres, the school has two outdoor schools and a small indoor school. There is also a 1 acre jumping field, 10 acre...
The Water's Edge Country Park & Visitor Centre, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 38 miles away)
The Waters Edge Country Park, north of Barton-Upon-Humber, on the edge of the Humber estuary, has something to offer all ages. It features an intensely diverse variety of plant and wildlife and several rare species. It was established in the mid 1990s across clay quarries, freshwater lakes, rare...
Barton Clay Pits Visitor Centre, Barton-upon-Humber (approx. 38 miles away)
The Barton Clay Pits once supplied clay for thriving brick and tile-making industries have now been flooded and transformed into a nature reserve. The Clay Pits Nature Reserve covers a 5 mile area along the Humber bank offering attractive walks and opportunities to view local wildlife, especially...