Things To Do near Walcott
The George Hotel, Stamford (approx. 32 miles away)
The George of Stamford is a beautiful coaching inn with log fires, oak panelled restaurant, a walled monastery garden and cobbled courtyard. The exact age of is not known, but historians have referred to it as "A very ancient hostelry, once belonging to the Abbots of Croyland". It's possible therefo...
Daniel Lambert, Stamford (approx. 32 miles away)
Born in Leicester March 13th, 1770 and died suddenly during a visit to Stamford for the races in 1809. His coffin was built on wheels requiring some 20 men to lower it down a ramp into his grave in St Martin's Church.In 1793 he turned the scale at 32 stone and in 1804 weighed over 49 stone. Daniel t...
St Martin's Church, Stamford (approx. 32 miles away)
St. Martin's was founded c1146 but due to deterioration was entirely rebuilt during the second half of the 15th century. Little has been altered since.The church houses the tombs of the Cecil family of Burghley House. Also, Daniel Lambert, the biggest man in England during the Georgian period is bur...
Tuetoes Woods, Gainsborough (approx. 32 miles away)
Laughton Forest was planted by the Forestry Commission in 1927. Before this time, the area was mainly open heathland with ponds, small woodlands and shifting sand dunes. The forest still supports a wide range of these habitats, which include many locally and nationally rare plants, animals and birds...
Stamford Railway Station, Stamford (approx. 32 miles away)
Stamford railway station is 12.5 miles (20 km) west of Peterborough opened by the Syston and Peterborough Railway, part of the present day Birmingham to Peterborough Line. It is owned by Network Rail and operated by East Midlands Trains who operate a limited service. The station was formerly k...
Becks Lane Equestrian Centre, Scotter (approx. 32 miles away)
Becks Lane Riding School and Stables is located in Scotter, Gainsborough. It is one of many popular riding schools across the Lincolnshire county and full details can be obtained by contacting them direct. Nearby Scotter is a large village and civil parish in the county's West Lindsey dist...
Burghley House, Stamford (approx. 32 miles away)
Burghley House is a Grade I listed building, with separately Grade I listed north courtyard and gate. The rooms and gardens are open to the public.Built during the mid-late 16th century by Sir William Cecil, later 1st Baron Burghley, who was Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, the house is a g...
Butt Lane Park, Laceby (approx. 32 miles away)
With a multi-use games area and fully-equipped play area for younger children, Butt Lane Park is a popular location within the village of Laceby. Laceby is a village and civil parish in the north east pocket of the county and is situated on the A46 road, just outside the western boundary of...
St George's Parish Church, Bradley (approx. 32 miles away)
St George's ancient medieval church and churchyard are tucked away on a single road, one of the routes by which people walk or ride through to Bradley Woods.Sadly, the church is usually locked, but it is open around the normal service time at 6 o'clock each Sunday and for an annual open weekend at H...
Messingham Sand Quarry, Messingham (approx. 32 miles away)
With the aid of volunteers and contractors the quarry has been transformed into a popular nature reserve. There are bare scrapes, mossy wetland and undergrowth populated with a growing array of wildlife. A delightful place to visit.
The Wanderlust Way, Bradley (approx. 32 miles away)
The Wanderlust Way is a 20 mile circular route through some of North East Lincolnshire's most picturesque countryside.It starts at Bradley Woods to the west of Grimsby and then weaves its way through some of the area's most attractive villages, including Barnoldby le Beck. The walk also passes St. H...
Black Lady Of Bradley Woods, Bradley (approx. 32 miles away)
Bradley is a village and civil parish in north east pocket of the county with a population of over two hundred.There is a Grade II listed medieval church, dedicated to St. George, built during the 12th century, possibly of Norman origin. Nearby, stands Bradley Woods, a picturesque stretch of paths a...
Green Futures, Bradley (approx. 32 miles away)
Green Futures is a small group of passionate individuals who believe in working for a Great Green Grimsby. You can find them at the Vanson Centre in Bradley.As a community based project they rely on a band selfless and hard working volunteers. Growing stuff is hands on work and great fun so if anyon...
Brigg Garden Centre, Brigg (approx. 32 miles away)
Brigg Garden Centre is a must for the budding beginner or blossoming expert.Friendly and helpful staff are on hand to give advice and useful hints and tips on their own specialist fields. There is a vast undercover plant area and a garden care department with everything from fertilisers and chemical...
Scawby Hall And Gardens, Scawby (approx. 32 miles away)
Scawby Hall is a Jacobean manor house and was begun by Richard Nelthorpe of Glandford Brigg (1569—1640) in 1605 and has been lived in by members of the Nelthorpe family ever since. The stunning building is Grade I listed and contains a number of important paintings including five by George Stub...