Things To Do near Springthorpe
River Eau, Scotter (approx. 7 miles away)
The River Eau is a 15-mile-long (24 km) tributary of the River Trent. Its catchment lies between that of the Bottesford Beck to the north, and the River Witham to the south and east. The Eau flows through the village of Scotter, which has a history of being flooded by the river; the most...
Bloxholme & Brauncewell Walk, Broxholme (approx. 7 miles away)
Along delightful paths and through splendid countryside is the walk from Broxholme to Brauncewell. The walk is 3.4 miles / 5.5 km. Brauncewell is the site of a deserted medieval village. Please visit the link below for further information including content that can be downloaded.
Fairgardens Plant Centre, Gainsborough (approx. 7 miles away)
Based in Kirton Lindsey, Fair Gardens are family owned and run with a dedicated team of experienced employees who are always happy to help.The centre has a relaxed atmosphere and customers will find it houses a large variety of stock to browse varying from bulbs and vegetables, plants, tools and gar...
Owston Ferry Fisheries, Owston Ferry (approx. 7 miles away)
This is a new fishing venue to accomodate pleasure anglers and match fishermen, located within the Isle of Axholme, Owston Ferry, which borders North Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire. The venue is alongside the wharping drain river consisting of 2 lakes side by side in the form of kidney beans ba...
Cleatham Hall, Manton (approx. 8 miles away)
In the Buildings of England by Pevsner, Cleatham Hall is mentioned as originally being a plain Georgian box. It was rebuilt in 1855 in the Palladian style by Mr Maw including a geometrical cantilevered stone staircase with cast iron balusters. The garden is also mentioned being of rich in Victori...
The Old Smithy Museum, Owston Ferry (approx. 8 miles away)
The Old Smithy on the high street of Owston Ferry is just as it would have been in 1958 when its owner left it.Today, a museum, the building has been expanded and displays photos of the past and the present village day life. It is an ideal place to visit for clubs and small school groups and anyone...
St Martin's Church, Owston Ferry (approx. 8 miles away)
The earliest reference to a church in Owston Ferry is circa 1150 CE. As none of the present fabric dates before 1280, there must have been an earlier building on the site. The site itself is within the inner bailey of the "Motte and Bailey" castle which formerly stood there. A triple archway was...
Oak Tree Fishery, Haxey (approx. 8 miles away)
Oak Tree is a 26 peg coarse fishery in lovley rural surroundings. It is stocked with carp up to low doubles. The water is suitable for disabled anglers.
The Garden House, Saxby (approx. 8 miles away)
The beautiful and idylic Garden House, in Saxby, is founded across eight stunning acres of beautiful gardens, wildflower meadows and woodland. The gardens are open from 11am until 4pm every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until the middle of September. Refreshments are available in the Hay Barn an...
St Helen's Church, Saxby (approx. 8 miles away)
St Helen's parish church is a Grade I listed building, constructed in 1775 as an ashlar-faced red-brick mortuary chapel. The chapel, later a church, had been attributed to Carr of York (who constructed the nearby Norton Place) but no evidence to prove this has been found. It has been assumed t...
Museum of RAF Firefighting, Scampton (approx. 8 miles away)
At RAF Scampton can be found Britain's only Museum of RAF Fire Fighting, since the closure of the one at RAF Manston, Kent. Housing an incredible and fascinating collection of vehicles and artefacts, the museum tells the story of fire fighting from the earliest days to modern times. There are...
RAF Scampton Heritage Centre, Scampton (approx. 8 miles away)
RAF Scampton has had a rich and varied history. Home for 617 Squadron - we know them more as the Dambusters - and the RAF Aerobatic Team, The Red Arrows. The heritage centre offers a history of RAF Scampton and is within an original WW2 hangers. There are over 1500 artifacts (including a Blue Ste...
Sundown Adventureland, Gainsborough (approx. 8 miles away)
Sundown Adventureland is an exciting theme park designed for children under ten.Take a journey back in time into Robin Hood's world. Watch out for those Wicked Pirates on the Barrel Boat Ride. Have great fun exploring the farm on the Tractor Ride!Visit Crash Landings the fantastic four storey indoor...
Hackthorn Hall, Lincoln (approx. 8 miles away)
A truly unique setting available to hire for your special event! The gardens and grounds around Hackthorn Hall are available to hire for all types of private functions. Arrangements can be made to provide marquees, catering, and flowers - all you would need! The gardens are open to the public...
Gainsthorpe Medieval Village, Hibaldstow (approx. 9 miles away)
One of the best-preserved examples in England of a medieval village. Clearly visible as a complex of grassy humps and bumps. According to legend demolished as a den of thieves, the real reason for its abandonment remains uncertain. The area/site is managed by English Heritage.