Things To Do near Birchwood
Bourne Castle, Bourne (approx. 32 miles away)
Bourne Castle was a medieval motte and double bailey castle. The enclosed mound, inner and outer moats are all that now survive.A motte was a type of castle which used an artificial mound to hold a defensible structure or keep on it's summit.
Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre, Grimsby (approx. 32 miles away)
Return to 1950s Great Grimsby and discover life in one of the most dangerous occupations in the UK! As you explore this multi-award winning attraction you’ll experience the sites, smells and sounds of the many interactive displays. Original trawler interiors and accurate recreations of life...
South Kesteven Community Point & Library, Bourne (approx. 32 miles away)
Bourne library has moved and now forms part of the new South Kesteven Community Point and Library at the Corn Exchange. With 6 day opening (Mon-Sat) it benefits from a central location, new stock and being part of a one-stop shop for local council services
Julian's Bower Maze, Alkborough (approx. 32 miles away)
A turf-cut maze (sometimes known as a miz-maze), Julian's Bower stands on a hillside overlooking the confluence of the River Ouse and River Trent, with an earthwork known as Countess Close above it.No-one knows who originally cut this 12 metre maze, or when, but it is only first recorded in 1697 by...
Big Stone River Garden Centre, Grimsby (approx. 32 miles away)
Big Stone River Garden Centre is busy, well stocked and located in Grimsby.With a variety of gardening tools and decoration, from a spade to stone ornaments and everything inbetween, the centre is, naturally, often busy but staff are attentive and helpful and always on hand to answer any questions o...
Alford Christmas Craft Markets, Alford (approx. 32 miles away)
Dates for 2016: 26th - 27th Nov and 3rd - 4th Dec between 10am - 4pm each day with live music, quality craft stalls and a lovely home made tea shop. Free admission. The long standing collective is run by volunteers, many of whom are also artisans, who pride themselves in understanding the need...
Alford Library, Alford (approx. 32 miles away)
The Alford library plays a vital and integral role in the makeup of the town. Organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly there is comfortable seating and helpful volunteers on hand with any questions or inquiries you might have. The library is open: Tuesday 10am - 2pm Friday 2pm - 6pm...
St Wilfrid's Church, Alford (approx. 32 miles away)
St. Wilfrid's Church dates back to the 14th Century. Some of the original features remain: a 14th Century screen, a fine Jacobean pulpit, traces of 16th Century glass and a 17th Century tomb in the chancel.The church was restored in the 1860s when a second north aisle, vestry and organ chamber were...
Bourne War Memorial Gardens, Bourne (approx. 32 miles away)
Well kept gardens, with ducks, willows and flower beds a plenty. The bank to the far side of the gardens beside the river is the base of the curtain wall of Bourne Castle's inner bailey. As the inner bailey moat, this water was three times this width.
Cleethorpes Town Ladies, Grimsby (approx. 32 miles away)
Cleethorpe Town Ladies play in the Lincolnshire County Women's League. The team play at the Linden Homes Club in Grimsby.
Raymond Mays, Bourne (approx. 33 miles away)
Thomas Raymond Mays was an racing driver from Bourne and was the driving force behind the E.R.A. and B.R.M. Racing Cars.
Thornton Abbey & Gatehouse, Ulceby (approx. 33 miles away)
The enormous and ornate fortified gatehouse of Thornton Abbey is the largest of all English monastic gatehouses. It was founded as a priory in 1139 by William le Gros, the Earl of Yorkshire, and raised to the status of Abbey in 1148.
St Peter & St Paul's Church, Bourne (approx. 33 miles away)
Better known locally as "Bourne Abbey" or "Abbey Church" and founded in c1138, it stands as one of the oldest buildings in Bourne.Bourne Abbey is also the town's only Grade I listed building.
Bourne Cricket Club, Bourne (approx. 33 miles away)
The Cricket Club plays its home games at the Abbey Lawn. The town's non-league football team are right next door. The club has four adult teams, two on a Saturday and two on a Sunday, as well as a strong junior set up with teams going from U9 up to U15. The 1st team ar...
Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool, Bourne (approx. 33 miles away)
Bourne outdoor community swimming pool has been maintained by the local residents and volunteers since 1990. The 50 yard pool is a warm, safe and friendly environment for all ages and is situated in the picturesque Abbey Lawns. Children must be supervised. Times and prices are available on the we...