Things To Do near Broxholme
Horncastle Tourist Information Centre, Horncastle (approx. 22 miles away)
Lincolnshire's Tourist information centres are a useful resource for planning your trip to the county. The staff are brimming with local knowledge and ideas on how to get the most out of your visit.
Horncastle Bridge, Horncastle (approx. 22 miles away)
Behind Horncastle's quaint high street is a delightful road bridge that connects the town to a Tesco supermarket. The river is populated with chub and roach and there are always plenty of hungry ducks around. Image by Dave Hitchborne
Manor House, Horncastle (approx. 22 miles away)
Horncastle is a market town in the East Lindsey district of the county.The Manor House, a Grade II listed Georgian town residence, was built during the 18th century, fashioned in red brick with some limestone rubble and ashlar to the rear, a plain tiled roof with stone coped gables and stacks.It sta...
St Mary's Church, Horncastle (approx. 22 miles away)
This Anglican parish church, seating approximately 700 people, is mostly built of green Spilsby sandstone. Parts of the Church date from the early 13th century.
William Marwood, Horncastle (approx. 22 miles away)
William Marwood was born in Horncastle, 1818, and was a hangman for the British government. He developed the technique of hanging known as the "long drop".The "long drop" technique ensured that the prisoners' neck was broken instantly at the end of the drop, resulting in the prisoner dying of asphyx...
Elmhirst Lakes fishery, Horncastle (approx. 22 miles away)
Fishing is for holiday makers and caravan owners only. No day tickets allowed. Elmhirst Lakes is a very beautiful and peaceful holiday retreat, ideal for people seeking a relaxing break yet within an easy walk to the small town with its local inns & cafes offering go...
The Horncastle Canal, Horncastle (approx. 22 miles away)
The Horncastle Canal was a broad canal which ran 11 miles from the River Witham to Horncastle. It passed through twelve locks and largely followed the course of the River Bain. Opening in 1802 it was abandoned for navigation in 1889.
Elsham Hall Country Park, Brigg (approx. 22 miles away)
Elsham is a village and civil parish in the north of the county, located 4 miles from Brigg. The hall is a 17th century building set within its own newly landscaped gardens.There is much to see and do and explore; a stunning array of gardens and winding paths, a true cavalcade of colours, a myriad o...
Conesby Quarry, Scunthorpe (approx. 22 miles away)
Thanks to charitable donations and management by local council, Conesby Quarry is one of many brownfield sites in the county. Populated with rare and common invertebrates it is a perfect spot to enjoy the open spaces of North Lincolnshire.
Edward Stanhope Memorial, Horncastle (approx. 22 miles away)
Edward Stanhope MP was born in London in 1840 but became a respected benefactor to Horncastle and its people. So much so that, when he died in 1893, a memorial was erected in the Market Place, leaving residents with a permanent reminder of his generosity.Today, the Stanhope Memorial, by E. H. Lingen...
Horncastle Market, Horncastle (approx. 22 miles away)
There is a small market is on Thursdays and Saturdays and the high street shops still adopt half day closing on Wednesdays.
The Playhouse, Sleaford (approx. 22 miles away)
The Playhouse, Sleaford, is an intimate venue offering a variety of drama, music and comedy.The history of the building is quite fascinating and checkered. Constructed in the early decades of the 19th century for performer Joseph Smedley, who owned the land and surrounding buildings, it witnesssed s...
The Solo Bar & Restaurant, Sleaford (approx. 22 miles away)
The Solo Bar & Restaurant is one of the many eating establishments in the town of Sleaford. 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.
The Greek Taverna, Sleaford (approx. 22 miles away)
The Greek Taverna is one of many eating establishments in the town of Sleaford. 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.