Things To Do near Thornton
Dunston Fen Walk, Dunston (approx. 11 miles away)
Bracing in the winter, glorious in the summer, the fen offers a wonderful stretch of walking. It is bordered by Metheringham fen and Sots Hole and reaches from the outskirts of Dunston and Southrey. There is some wonderful rural scenary and a good brisk walk should take over 1 hour.
St Andrew's Church, Halton Holegate (approx. 11 miles away)
Halton Holegate is a lovely village in the East Lindsey district of the county, situated on the outskirts of the Wolds, 1 mile (1.6 km) east of Spilsby.St Andrew's Anglican church is a Grade II listed building, heralding from the 14th-15th century and seats nearly 250 parishioners. Chiefly Perpendic...
Rand Farm Park, Rand (approx. 11 miles away)
At Rand Farm Park, there's plenty of fun for all ages.Meet all of the Rand Farm Park animals including adorable pigs, cheeky mountain goats and softer than soft alpacas.Board the ride-on tractors, discover bucket and spade fun at the indoor sandpit and explore the heated Indoor Adventure Play Barn,...
Metheringham Railway Station, Metheringham (approx. 11 miles away)
The station was opened on 1 July 1882 and named Blankney and Metheringham. It closed to passengers on 11 September 1961. During 1975 it was once again opened and this time known only as Metheringham. The station is currently owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains. The statio...
Fenlake Fishery, Metheringham (approx. 11 miles away)
Fenlake Fishery is a family run business with two lakes. Fenlake is a 20 peg pleasure and match lake. Meg lake is a 19 peg pleasure lake. Metheringham village is a three minute walk and caters for most needs with numerous public houses, a wide choice of shops and food outlets. There is also...
Woodside Wildlife & Falconry Park, Woodside (approx. 11 miles away)
Woodside Wildlife and Falconry Park is set in beautiful surroundings on the edge of Newball Wood, five miles east of Lincoln. You can enjoy flying displays, pig racing, tropical butterflies, snakes, reptiles, trout fishing and much more.You'll also find indoor and outdoor play areas for the children...
Metheringham Community Library, Metheringham (approx. 12 miles away)
In the town of Metheringham, the public library can be found on the High Street. The hub provides a selection of library services and is run by local volunteers and Metheringham Parish Council. Opening times: Mon Closed, Tue 3pm - 5pm, Wed 12pm - 2pm Thu 10am - 12pm & 3pm - 5pm, Fri 4pm...
Nocton Hall Ruins, Nocton (approx. 12 miles away)
Nocton Hall is a Grade II listed building in the village of Nocton and sits behind safety barriers. The plaque on the north face of the Hall indicates that the original building dates back to about 1530 but since then there have been two notable reconstructions. Several prominent people have b...
Belleau Bridge Trout Farm, Alford (approx. 12 miles away)
Open all year and suitable for disabled anglers, Belleau Bridge is six acres of enclosed water within a tranquil setting. Available are carp to 15Ib, bream to 4Ib and roach. Park up, take a stake and the warden will come around to collect payment.
Metheringham Swimming Pool, Metheringham (approx. 12 miles away)
Metheringham open air swimming pool provides a safe and friendly environment for all ages. The pool is heated, open from May to September and is available weekdays and weekends. Located at the heart of the village it is a great asset for local residents and the surrounding areas. Run by community...
Lade Bank Pumping Station, Old Leake (approx. 12 miles away)
A Grade II listed building, the pumping station at Lade Bank was built in 1867. The station was rebuilt in 1938 alongside the earlier building. New oil engines were installed in 1940. The purpose of the station was to counteract the effects of the shrinking of the peat in the East Fen wit...
St Margaret of Scotland Church, Langrick (approx. 12 miles away)
Saint Margaret of Scotland Church was built during the early part of the 19th century. It was not dedicated until 1922 and is a Grade II listed building. It was restored and altered in the late 19th century and twice during the 20th century. The registers of births and deaths date from 1831 an...
Northcote Heavy Horse Centre, Spilsby (approx. 12 miles away)
The Northcote heavy horse centre has been open for over twenty years now; it offers a final home to horses and ponies that have nowhere else to go usually due to medical or behavioural problems. They are a registered charity that is run entirely by volunteers and relies totally on the income from vi...
St Mary's & All Saints Church, South Kyme (approx. 12 miles away)
The Anglican parish church in South Kyme is dedicated to St. Mary and All Saints and dates back to the Norman era. It was during the 12th Century that Philip de Kyme, Sheriff of Lincolnshire, founded a priory in South Kyme for Augustine Canons, dedicating it to St. Mary. The historic...
South Kyme Tower, South Kyme (approx. 12 miles away)
South Kyme is a small village and civil parish in the North Kesteven district of the county. On a site to the west of the village stands the Grade I listed Kyme Tower. This was a medieval castle which is believed to have been built during the late 14th century by Gilbert de Umfraville, third Earl...