Things To Do near Billinghay
Poppyfield Equestrian Centre, Heighington (approx. 12 miles away)
Poppyfield Equestrian was established in 1996 by Simon Kettleboro and his daughter Jo Kettleboro. Jo had long been a keen rider and together with her father wanted to provide less fortunate children with the opportunity to see life from on horseback, where so often the view of the world is much g...
Chambers Farm Woods, Wragby (approx. 12 miles away)
Chambers Farm nature reserve is located on the site of a medieval woodland and is well known for its wide range of butterflies.A tranquil and beautiful spot, it is spread across 900 acres and has been rated as one of the best Forestry Commission sites in the UK for its insect life.A multitude of bir...
The Heighington Country Walk (3 miles), Heighington (approx. 12 miles away)
A settlement has existed since at least the time of the Normans. Although Heighington is a civic parish, it is part of the ecclesiastical parish of Washingborough. This walk was produced by residents of the Parish of Heighington and is approximately 3miles.
The Gliderdrome, Boston (approx. 12 miles away)
The Gliderdrome is a popular venue in the town of Boston. Hosting mostly cover bands and thrilling US-style wrestling, there is always an event on. Please consult the website for further details.
All Saints Church, Harmston (approx. 12 miles away)
Located in the village of Harmston, a civil parish in the North Kesteven district of the county, this pleasant and delightful Church is a marriage of historical and modern times. The origins of the building date back to the doomsday book. However, only the tower resonates with the echos of the or...
Boston Victorian Cemetery, Boston (approx. 12 miles away)
The Victorian Cemetery, Park and Gardens consists of 15 serene acres. It has a beautiful main avenue of original mid 19th century Limes and Cedars.There is a small Chapel, a Mortuary Building and a fine Gate Lodge.Boston is a popular county town and small port, located on the east coast. As well as...
Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, East Kirkby (approx. 12 miles away)
Family run museum which allows visitors to experience a WWII bomber airfield in living memorial to over 50,000 men of Bomber Command who lost their lives in the war.It's also the only place in the country to see a Lancaster Bomber on an original wartime airfield, and taxi in it (pre book only).
Sibsey Trader Windmill, Sibsey (approx. 12 miles away)
This 6 sailed windmill was built in 1877 complete gear, sails and fantail. The high winds of March 2004 led to the mill losing a sail - a cost of approximately £13,000.The mill is not particularly tall but the surrounding flat landscape gives the illusion that it is. You can tour the mill and see t...
Church of St Mary & the Holy Rood, Donington (approx. 12 miles away)
The building is a Grade I listed Anglican parish church dedicated to St Mary and the Holy Rood. It is almost a complete combination of early Decorated and late Perpendicular style. Its chancel, however, is mainly Early English. The church tower and spire rise to 240 feet. There are memorials i...
Captain Matthew Flinders RN, Donington (approx. 12 miles away)
Born in Donington, Matthew Flinders was a Captain in the Royal Navy, a navigator and cartographer. Flinders led the first circumnavigation of Australia and identified it as a continent. However, with Britain at war with France, a suspicious governor kept him under arrest for more t...
Sir Joseph Banks Country Park, Boston (approx. 12 miles away)
Over 27 acres was purchased in 2007 and seeded with a wild flower mix, This was followed by the planting of trees providing a suitable nesting sites for owls, a kestrel, sparrows, swallows, birds and bats. The area also includes Jenny's Wood and is part of the Boston Woods Trust. Founded in...
Westgate Wood, Boston (approx. 12 miles away)
Part of the Boston Woods trust, bringing woodland to the Boston district. This was the first area to be planted in 1999, covering 23.5 acres. It lies between Five House Lane and Old Hammond Beck Road in Wyberton. There are places for parking off both roads. Some “Memorial” trees pl...
RAF Waddington Heritage Centre, Lincoln (approx. 12 miles away)
RAF Waddington is a Royal Air Force station located 4.2 miles south of Lincoln. It has a proud and distinguished history spanning more than 90 years. Following its opening in November 1916 as a flying training base, the Station had aircraft and people involved in both World Wars, including the pa...
Ashby Park Fishery, Horncastle (approx. 12 miles away)
The fishery stocks bream, carp, tench, chub and perch. The water is still and measures 28.3 hectares. Disabled access is available. Permits are available for day and members and there is no night fishing.
Boston Railway Station, Boston (approx. 12 miles away)
The station opened for service on 17 October 1848 with the opening of the Great Northern Railway East Lincolnshire line. In its heyday the station employed over 50 staff and the Skegness bound platform had classic GNR architecture which has now been replaced with plastic shelters. The station...