Things To Do near Wharton
The Jews House, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The Jew's House is one of the earliest town houses in England. It lies on Steep Hill, in historic Lincoln, immediately below Jew's Court.Dating from the mid 12th century, part of the building façade survives; the elaborately carved doorway, the remains of two Romanesque double-arch windows and much...
Usher Gallery, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The Usher Gallery was built to house the collection of James Ward Usher, using funds he bequeathed for the purpose, and was officially opened on 25 May 1927 by the then Prince of Wales.The building, now Grade II listed, was designed by the architect, Sir Reginald Blomfield. It is stone with brick pa...
University Of Lincoln, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The University of Lincoln has origins tracing back to the late 19th century and developed through the years by merging with surrounding educational institutions. It attained university status in 1992 and was known as the University of Humberside until 1996 and the University of Lincolnshire and H...
Cardinal's Hat & Dernstall House, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The Cardinal's Hat is a 15th century three story building thought to have been named for Cardinal Thomas Wolsey. It can be found at the bottom/lower end of Steep Hill in Lincoln.Dernstall House, though less imposing contains masonry dating from the 12th century.This pair of historic buildings stand...
The Collection Museum, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
Situated in the heart of historic Lincoln, The Collection brings together Lincoln’s archaeology museum and the Usher Gallery in one fantastic visitor centre. The archaeology gallery tells the story of Lincolnshire’s fascinating heritage through artefact rich displays and reconstructions, hands-o...
Theatre Royal Lincoln, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The splendid Theatre Royal, in Lincoln. is a Grade II listed Victorian building with a cosy and intimate 481 seats. Although rebuilt several times a theatre has stood on the same spot since 1764. The area then was Butchery Street and is now Clasketgate. The structure of the building remained t...
Lincoln High Street, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The high street of Lincoln is approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) long and marries together all that is modern with plenty of admiring glances to the past; 18th century cottages converted to shops nestling comfortably with shiny new department stores, magnificent town gates and bustling retail parks. T...
River Witham Fishery, Brayford Pool, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The fishery stocks bream, carp, perch and pike. Disabled access is available. The site is located in the middle of Lincoln, where Upper Whitham changes to Lower Witham. Day and member permits are available from Lincoln tackle shops.
Lincoln Drill Hall, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
Modern and refurbished throughout, the Lincoln Drill Hall is a popular entertainment venue in the historic City of Lincoln.Its main auditorium has a maximum capacity of 500 seats and it has hosted various bands. As well as live music, the venue offers theatre, literature talks, films, the Lincoln Be...
The Water Railway Walk, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The River Witham meanders through the peaceful and open countryside offering a real sense of freedom. The Water Railway Walk is a dual walking and cycling route that navigates the now disused Lincoln to Boston railway line. There are some wonderful markers on the walk, including views of the B...
High Bridge, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The High Bridge in the City of Lincoln is unique in England as the only bridge carrying 16th century buildings, and one of only three historic bridges carrying buildings at all.The first stone bridge was built in the late 12th century, no doubt replacing one constructed from timber from an earlier a...
Lincoln Central Library, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The public library in the historic city of Lincoln is a very special place. The first lending library opened its doors near the end of the 19th century, in 1895, and operated from the Assembly Rooms building in the centre of the city. It was replaced by the new site on Free School Lane in 1914....
Waterside Centre, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
The busy and popular Waterside Shopping Centre is located in the centre of Lincoln's high street. With a wide range of well known brands under one roof its two floors boast familiar retail chains from Topshop, New Look and H&M plus more select and lesser known outlets. Please visit the...
Greyfriars, Lincoln (approx. 16 miles away)
Greyfriars is the oldest Franciscan church building in England. It stands behind St Swithin's church in the downhill area of Lincoln, between Free School Lane and Broadgate.During the early 13th century Franciscan friars arrived in Lincoln and were granted land to build a friary. Work commenced c123...
Hartsholme Country Park, Skellingthorpe (approx. 16 miles away)
Hartsholme Country Park lies about 3 miles (5 km) southwest of the city centre of Lincoln, accessible via the B1378.The park covers more than 200 acres and was opened in 1979. It holds a prestigous Green Flag Award and features paths and wide open spaces, lakes and ornamental grounds, originally the...