Things To Do near Barkston
Barkston Junction Bridge, Barkston (approx. 1 mile away)
The bridge carries the East Coast Main Line over the Nottingham to Skegness rail line. It lies close to the former Barkston East Junction, now closed. Nearby Barkston is a village and civil parish in the South Kesteven district of the county.
Bellmount Tower, Grantham (approx. 1 mile away)
Home to brown long-eared bats and pipistrelle bats, Bellmount Tower is a Grade II listed building. Though located with Belton House grounds it is only accessible via a short walk from the car park beside the road to the east of the park. The viewing tower cannot be accessed directly from the p...
Belton House, Grantham (approx. 1 mile away)
Belton House is one of the finest examples of Carolean architecture in the UK and was the setting for "Rosings Park" in the BBC's 1995 television version of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.set in its own extensive deer park with delightful gardens, luxuriantly planted orangery and lakeside walks....
Belton Garden Centre, Grantham (approx. 2 miles away)
Within the beautiful village of Belton, in a lovely rural location several miles from the old market town of Grantham, is the Belton Garden Centre.Owned by the Elkington family, who have farmed in Lincolnshire for many generations, the centre offers a wide selection to satisfy all those gardening ne...
Londonthorpe Woods, Grantham (approx. 2 miles away)
Located near Grantham, Londonthorpe is a delightful stretch of mature woodland. There are open meadows, a pond and winding grass pathways though the trees. Riotous colours spread during the warmer seasons but the woodland can still be enjoyed in autumn and winter. There is parking nearby bu...
The Paddocks Riding Centre, Hough-on-the-Hill (approx. 3 miles away)
The Paddocks Riding Centre is a small friendly yard offering a personalised equestrian experience. Situated in the picturesque village of Hough on the Hill, you will enjoy riding in a safe, friendly environment and improve your skills with first class coaching on schoolmaster horses. Please vi...
Downtown Garden Centre, Grantham (approx. 3 miles away)
Downtown Garden Centre, based in the busy town of Grantham, is part of the Oldrids chain. With free parking the centre has a relaxed atmosphere. Customers will find staff extremely helpful and sharing a genuine passion for gardening. There is always someone on hand to share tips and advice with....
Grantham Tennis Club, Grantham (approx. 3 miles away)
Grantham tennis club features 4 indoor acrylic courts, 5 floodlit synthetic clay courts, 4 floodlit artificial grass courts and 4 floodlit mini courts. Open seven days a week it is ideal for both amateur and experienced players alike. There is also a state of the art gym and a cafe open t...
Ancaster Leisure Enterprises, Ancaster (approx. 3 miles away)
Karting enthusiast? Paintball adrenaline seeker? Quad bike fanatic? Professional archer? Or simply fancy a spot of Ten-Pin Bowling? Then, the Ancaster Leisure Venue is definitely the place for you.The venue has all this and much more. They also specialise in event organisation so even if you can't s...
Blue Owl Art Gallery, Grantham (approx. 3 miles away)
Blue Owl Art is a partnership between Jette Rasmussen and Belinda Thomas, both BA (Hons) Fine Art from University of Lincoln. Their passion for art has led them to conceive Blue Owl Art at Grantham Tennis Club where they exhibit contemporary fine art, unique contemporary craft work and quality ca...
Wyndham Park, Grantham (approx. 3 miles away)
Wyndham Park lies on the banks of the River Witham just to the north of Grantham Town Centre. It offers a wide range of facilities for young and old and proudly holds the Green Flag Award. The main features of the park are: Riverside walk, Toddlers Play Area, Sensory Garden, Cycle Hire, Bowlin...
Grantham House, Grantham (approx. 4 miles away)
Originally a country residence but over time it was gradually surrounded by the growing town of Grantham. Dating from 1380 and reportedly subject to a number of hauntings, most of the building seen today dates from the 16th - 18th centuries.Both Princess Margaret, the daughter of Henry VII and Cardi...
The King's School, Grantham (approx. 4 miles away)
Its lineage can be traced back as far as 1329, making it amongst the oldest in the country. Alumni included the "Cambridge Platonist", Henry More, Poet Laureate Colley Cibber, and Sir Isaac Newton.
Birth Place of Margaret Thatcher, Grantham (approx. 4 miles away)
Born on 13 October 1925. Prime Minister of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 1979 to 1990 and leader of the Conservative Party from 1975 to 1990. She was the first woman to have held either post.
St Wulfram's Church, Grantham (approx. 4 miles away)
The church is built of Lincolnshire limestone and seats some 700 people. Constructed in the early 1300s and at 282 ft, the spire is one of the highest in the country on a parish church. It is also one of the largest medieval churches in the country.