Things To Do near Swinstead
Lincoln Tourist Information Centre, Lincoln (approx. 31 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.
Lincoln Christmas Market, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
Dates for 2016: 1st - 4th Dec. In the historic cathedral city of Lincoln can be found the famous Christmas Market, four days of themed stalls and colourful entertainers set across the cobbles of the Cathedral Quarter and surrounding areas. Residents and visitors will drink in the festive atmos...
Magna Carta, Lincoln Castle, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
Lincoln Castle is honoured to hold one of the four surviving original Magna Carta. It was the first document imposed upon a King of England by a group of his subjects, the feudal barons, in an attempt to limit his powers by law and protect their rights. The Great Charter of the Liberties of En...
Lincoln Castle, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
Lincoln Castle is built on the site of a Roman fort and for a while, used as a prison. Constructed in 1068, it is one of the first Norman castles built. There are several museums in the castle one of which houses one of the four surviving originals of the Magna Carta. You can presently walk ov...
The Little Red Gallery, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
The Little Red Gallery is a contemporary art gallery in the historic City of Lincoln. Currently, there are four rooms featuring a range of Original Art and Limited Edition Prints to suit the tastes and budgets of all art lovers. Whether on the threshold of a new art collection, looking to hang...
Lincoln Guided Photo Walks, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
Lincoln Guided Photo Walks are organised by Light and Dreams Photography. Visit their website or contact jp.bennett@ntlworld.com for any further details. "I am a professional photographer who is passionate about promoting my beautiful hometown. To that end I offer guided walks specifically aimed...
St Peter's Church, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
The first church on the site was a Saxon one, built in the 11th Century, and was one of forty-nine churches in Lincoln at the time.Badly damaged during the bloody 17th century Civil War conflict it became almost a ruin and, a century later, the church was pulled down.A new one was constructed, thoug...
The Lincolnshire Art Gallery, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
The Lincolnshire Art Gallery specialise in original British art of the 19th and 20th century. There is an ever changing display of paintings, drawings, sculpture, limited art prints and art Literature. Opening times: Thu, Fri, Sat 10.30am to 5pm & Sun 1pm to 5pm.
Lincolnshire County Cricket Club, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
Lincolnshire County Cricket Club is one of twenty minor county clubs within the domestic cricket structure of England and Wales. The team is currently a member of the Minor Counties Championship Eastern Division and plays in the MCCA Knockout Trophy. Matches are played around the county at Lin...
Newport Arch, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
Reputedly the oldest arch in England with traffic flowing through it, Newport Arch is the name given to the remains of a 3rd-century Roman gate in the historic city of Lincoln.In the 4th century Roman occupied Lincoln, known then as Lindum Colonia, became capital of the province Flavia Caesariensis...
Lindum Cricket Club, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
The Roman name for Lincoln was Lindum Colonia, and their ninth legion was based here. The club logo is a Roman Centurion, with the Roman numerals IX representing the legion. Lindum Cricket Club was formed in 1856. Both the club and the ground are known locally as "The Lindum". Minor Counties cric...
Greetwell Old Quarry, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
A mostly unknown spot in the county, Greetwell old quarry is located on the northeast edge of Lincoln. For centuries ironstone and limestone has been quarried and the original site supplied stone for the nearby cathedral. There are tremendous views and unspoilt areas of nature.
Museum of Lincolnshire Life, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
An extraordinary museum celebrating the culture of Lincolnshire and its people from 1750 to the present day. Highlights include a WWI tank, reconstructions of rooms in which locals worked and lived and interactive galleries of the Royal Lincolnshire Regiment.
Fiskerton Fen Nature Reserve, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
Between April and July is the most rewarding time to visit Fiskerton Fen nature reserve but with it being available all year round it's worth a visit at anytime. Consisting of wet fendland with open water and reedbeds there is an abundance of wildlife and wetland animals. There are large areas...
Ellis Windmill, Lincoln (approx. 31 miles away)
Ellis' Mill is an excellent surviving example of a small tower mill and dates from 1798. There has been a mill on this site from at least the middle of the 17th century.You'll find it located on Mill Road behind the Museum of Lincolnshire Life and it's one of nine that once stood on the steep slopes...