Things To Do near Scamblesby
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 6 miles away)
The Horncastle Canal was a broad canal which ran 11 miles from the River Witham to Horncastle. It passed through twelve locks and largely followed the course of the River Bain. Opening in 1802 it was abandoned for navigation in 1889.
Horncastle Tourist Information Centre, Horncastle (approx. 6 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.
Horncastle Medical Group & Dispensary, Horncastle (approx. 6 miles away)
The Horncastle Medical Group & Dispensary is a five doctor practice working from a converted vicarage.The practice serves the local community. There is ample parking spaces and easy access for the disabled.The market town Horncastle, with its winding streets, quaint shops and many points of interest...
The Somersby Manor House, Somersby (approx. 6 miles away)
The manor house with its square towers dates back to 1722. It is said to be designed by Sir John Vanburgh who also created Grimsthorpe Castle.
St Margaret's Church, Somersby (approx. 6 miles away)
Built of green sandstone and patched with brick, this is a 15th century church which had at one time the father of Lord Alfred Tennyson (poet laureate) as its rector.
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 6 miles away)
Edward Stanhope MP was born in London in 1840 but became a respected benefactor to Horncastle and its people. So much so that, when he died in 1893, a memorial was erected in the Market Place, leaving residents with a permanent reminder of his generosity.Today, the Stanhope Memorial, by E. H. Lingen...
Horncastle Market, Horncastle (approx. 6 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
Birth Place of Lord Alfred Tennyson, Somersby (approx. 6 miles away)
Born in 1809 in what is now The Somersby Manor House, Somersby.
Horncastle Summer Craft Fair, Horncastle (approx. 6 miles away)
Special summer market celebrating local crafts and food. Also includes local bands, dancers and singers in addition to funfair rides and a miniature railway. In 2009, the MG Owners Club of Louth displayed about a hundred classic cars.
River Bain, Horncastle (approx. 6 miles away)
The River Bain is a river and a tributary of the River Witham. It rises at Ludford, in the Wolds, and flows through or past the villages of Burgh on Bain, Biscathorpe, Donington on Bain, Goulceby with Asterby and Hemingby before reaching the town of Horncastle where it is joined by the River Wari...
William Marwood, Horncastle (approx. 6 miles away)
William Marwood was born in Horncastle, 1818, and was a hangman for the British government. He developed the technique of hanging known as the "long drop".The "long drop" technique ensured that the prisoners' neck was broken instantly at the end of the drop, resulting in the prisoner dying of asphyx...
St Mary's Church, Horncastle (approx. 6 miles away)
This Anglican parish church, seating approximately 700 people, is mostly built of green Spilsby sandstone. Parts of the Church date from the early 13th century.
Manor House, Horncastle (approx. 6 miles away)
Horncastle is a market town in the East Lindsey district of the county.The Manor House, a Grade II listed Georgian town residence, was built during the 18th century, fashioned in red brick with some limestone rubble and ashlar to the rear, a plain tiled roof with stone coped gables and stacks.It sta...
Beeches Private Fishing Lake, Minting (approx. 6 miles away)
A well sheltered and secluded 3 acres of water between 4 and 21 feet deep. Built in 1984 and stocked in 1988 it recently re-opened under new ownership. There are various species of Carp. Tench, Rudd and Perch. No keep nets unless under match conditions. Barbless hooks. Max 3 rods. No bait rest...