Things To Do near Bitchfield
Church of St Mary and St Nicolas, Spalding (approx. 17 miles away)
St Mary and St Nicolas is in the historic parish of Spalding.With strong French and Norman influence, work commenced on this medieval building in 1284 and was completed during the early years of the following century. Cruciform in shape, with an aisled nave and six bays, aisled transepts of two bays...
Chain Bridge Forge, Spalding (approx. 17 miles away)
A rare gem in Spalding is the Chain Bridge Forge, thought to date from circa 1800. It was purpose built as a blacksmith’s workshop. Situated on the east bank of the River Welland it’s about a mile from the town centre. The project hopes to turn the forge into a living museum and engag...
North Ings Farm Museum, Lincoln (approx. 17 miles away)
The North Ings Farm Museum is a working farm museum containing a 2 ft (610 mm) narrow gauge railway, running on a circuit of 1⁄4 mile (0.40 km).Situated at Dorrington, between Lincoln and Sleaford, there is a variety of agricultural machinery, tractors, commercial vehicles, portable steam pump...
Swineshead Railway Station, Swineshead (approx. 17 miles away)
The station is actually located in the hamlet of Swineshead Bridge some miles north of Swineshead. Like many Lincolnshire stations it is unstaffed and offers limited facilities other than two shelters, bicycle storage, timetables and modern 'Help Points'. The full range of tickets for travel a...
Engine Museum of Land Drainage, Pinchbeck (approx. 17 miles away)
Built in the early 19th century, the Pinchbeck Engine was a drainage engine to drain Pinchbeck Marsh, north of Spalding.When modern progress declared the engine obsolete during the early 1950s it stood forgotten for several decades until being opened to the public as a museum in 1979.The museum comp...
Church of St Mary the Virgin, Swineshead (approx. 17 miles away)
An impressive, 14th century stone church with a striking 160ft spire that dominates the skyline. A Grade I listed building, the Chancel was rebuilt in the mid 19th century and the south aisle altar slab is presumed to predate the church. Further modernisation include east facing stained windows and...
Swineshead Methodist Church, Swineshead (approx. 17 miles away)
The Wesleyan Methodist chapel in Swineshead is still in use. The chapel of 1845 was converted to a Sunday School in 1906 when a new chapel was built alongside. That new chapel no longer exists and the original building has reverted to its former use as a chapel. It is a Grade II listed buildin...
Swineshead Community Library, Swineshead (approx. 17 miles away)
Located in the Methodist Church, there is a selection of library services on offer. It is run by local volunteers and Swineshead Parish Council. Opening times: Mon Closed, Tue 9.30am - 12.30pm, Wed Closed, Thu 2pm-5pm Fri Closed, 1st Sat of the month 10am - 12noon, Sun Closed Services in...
Gordon Boswell Romany Museum, Spalding (approx. 17 miles away)
A fine display of Romany horse-drawn Vardos (caravans), carts and harness etc.
South Kyme Tower, South Kyme (approx. 17 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...
St Paul's Church, Spalding (approx. 17 miles away)
Spalding is a market town on the River Welland, in the South Holland district of county.The red brick Victorian Church of Saint Paul was built during the late 19th century, designed by the eminent architect, Sir George Gilbert Scott, who designed a multitude of churches during the latter part of the...
Frankie & Benny's, Spalding (approx. 17 miles away)
Frankie & Benny's is one of many establishments offering food and drink in the town of Spalding. For opening times and pricing please contact them direct. If you are aware of a closure or a change in ownership of the above business please contact us and we will amend the information.
St Mary's & All Saints Church, South Kyme (approx. 17 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...
Springfields Outlet Shopping Centre, Spalding (approx. 17 miles away)
Springfields Outlet Shopping has some fantastic offers with over 55 Outlet Stores and lots going on.
Coronation Channel, Spalding (approx. 17 miles away)
The Coronation Channel flows north from Crowland, through Spalding and out to the Wash. Land in Spalding had been reclaimed from the wetlands mediaeval times. Consequently, Spalding was subject to frequent flooding. The Coronation Channel diverts the excess waters around Spalding and ended the flood...