Things To Do near Blankney
The Handley Monument, Sleaford (approx. 9 miles away)
The Handleys were a prominent family in Sleaford during the late 18th century and early 19th century. An offshoot of the notable Newark family, the Handleys of Sleaford came to hold position as lawyers, bankers, politicians and clerics in the town and attained great wealth and holdings in the are...
Sleaford Fun Dog Show, Sleaford (approx. 9 miles away)
The Sleaford Fun Dog Show is an annual event held in June at the Recreation Ground, in the North Kesteven town of Sleaford. Surrounded by beautiful trees, it is a busy and fun packed day suitable for all ages and is becoming more popular each year with a variety of food and drink stalls, raffles,...
Lindum Cricket Club, Lincoln (approx. 9 miles away)
The Roman name for Lincoln was Lindum Colonia, and their ninth legion was based here. The club logo is a Roman Centurion, with the Roman numerals IX representing the legion. Lindum Cricket Club was formed in 1856. Both the club and the ground are known locally as "The Lindum". Minor Counties cric...
Holy Trinity Church, Tattershall (approx. 9 miles away)
Tattershall is a village and civil parish in the East Lindsey district of the county. At its eastern end is the village of Coningsby.The splendid medieval Church of the Holy Trinity was completed at the onset of the 16th century, having been endowed with Collegiate status, in the previous century, b...
Millennium Green, North Hykeham (approx. 9 miles away)
Millennium Green is a small reserve in North Hykeham. It is a public space with its predominant feature being a large lake. The lake is surrounded by a pathway which can accommodate buggies and wheel chairs. The green is bordered by residential housing and more lakes that are used for fishing...
University Of Lincoln, Lincoln (approx. 9 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...
Tattershall College, Tattershall (approx. 9 miles away)
Remains of a grammar school for church choristers. Built in the mid-15th century by Ralph, Lord Cromwell it's the oldest grammar school in Lincolnshire.Currently managed by English Heritage.
Sleaford Museum, Sleaford (approx. 9 miles away)
Tucked away on Sleaford’s busy high street is a new museum of local history. In a specially designed building it is home to artefacts and stories that portray fascinating aspects of the town and area’s unique past. Exhibitions in its colourful interior change frequently and visitors are unite...
Steep Hill, Lincoln (approx. 9 miles away)
As the street name suggests, a steep hill in the heart of Lincoln. Shop lined and very quaint.At the top is the entrance to Lincoln Castle and Lincoln Cathedral and at the bottom is "The Strait" where you'll find Cardinal's Hat & Dernstall House. After this it's all about shopping.
Swanholme Lakes Nature Reserve, Lincoln (approx. 9 miles away)
Swanholme Lakes Local Nature Reserve was formed from a series of flooded sand and gravel pits. After quarrying finished in the 1960s vegetation was able to colonise and this has resulted in a mosaic of different habitat types in an area covering 63 hectares. Access can be gained via Hartsholme Co...
The Engine Shed, Lincoln (approx. 9 miles away)
The Engine Shed is a music and entertainment venue in Lincoln with a 1500 capacity. It is part of the University of Lincoln.Opened in 2006 it has hosted a number of high-profile bands including Stereophonics, Embrace, Ocean Colour Scene, Editors, Beautiful South, Feeder, Kings of Leon and a number o...
Exchequer Gate, Lincoln (approx. 9 miles away)
Exchequer Gate is three splendid arched walkways located at the cathedral end of Castle Hill The gate was constructed during the 14th century and it is here that local tennats came to pay rent to the church. Above the arches are two further floors of rooms, which were at one time rented dwelli...
Sam Scorer Gallery, Lincoln (approx. 9 miles away)
Hugh Segar "Sam" Scorer FRSA was an architect who worked in Lincoln and was a leading pioneer in the development of hyperbolic paraboloid roof structures using concrete. He also was involved in architectural conservation and research into the work of local 19th-century architects, as well as crea...
The Lincoln Ghost Walk, Lincoln (approx. 9 miles away)
The Original Lincoln Ghost Walk runs every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7pm from the Tourist Information Centre in Castle Square (top of Steep Hill).
The Lincoln Medieval Walk, Lincoln (approx. 9 miles away)
Come to the historical city of Lincoln to learn how we lived our day to day lives both peasant and lord between the years 1000 to 1500.