Things To Do near Alford
Church of Saint Benedict, Haltham (approx. 15 miles away)
Of early Norman construction, this Anglican parish church is dedicated to Saint Benedict. Partially restored, on two occasions, during the late 19th century, its seating was increased from 67 to 140. However, in 1977 the Diocese of Lincoln declared the church redundant. Image...
Donna Nook Nature Reserve, Donna Nook (approx. 15 miles away)
One of the largest and most accessible breeding colonies of grey seals in the United Kingdom. The first pups are born in early November and the last in mid-late December, mostly along the edge of the dunes. A mid-week visit is highly recommended due to the poularity of the Reserve.
Haltham Beck, Haltham (approx. 15 miles away)
Close to the picturesque Wolds is the meandering Haltham Beck (a stream) on the east side of the village. Haltham nestles on the banks of the River Bain as it navigates south from the market town of Horncastle. Often, the village is referred to as "Haltham on Bain." Image by Dave...
Medlam Drain Fishery, New Bolingbroke (approx. 15 miles away)
The fishery stocks mixed coarse. The site is a still water river with no disability access. No permit is required and for more information you can contact the Boston and District Angling Association.
Bainside Coarse Fishery, Kirkby on Bain (approx. 15 miles away)
On the edge of the small village of Kirkby on Bain, Bainside Coarse Fishery is open from dawn to dusk with easy adjacent parking and level access to all pegs. Close to the car park there are 3 pegs which are ideal for those who are less able to walk longer distances. It is a 13/...
The Lincolnshire Wolds Railway, Ludborough (approx. 15 miles away)
The picturesque Wolds countryside, with its sweeping hills and dense woodland and scattered farmlands, defying the notion of a flat county, is where the clatter of iron against track can be heard and the unmistakable smell of soot can be smelt as the LWR roars the past joy of steam back to the digit...
Phone Box Book Exchange, Kirkby on Bain (approx. 16 miles away)
The iconic red phone box has seen a resurgence and never more so than in the village of Kirkby on Bain. Lovingly refurbished by a hard-working community, it has been converted into a free book exchange. Drop off those titles cluttering up the bookshelf at home and uncover new ones you might have...
Minting Fishery, Minting (approx. 16 miles away)
All round water with plenty of different fish. There are big lily beds, 20 pegs, car parking, toilets, breakfast can be arranged, nets can be used if dipped. Carp up to 10 Ibs , club to 5 Ibs, tench to 3 lbs and bream, barbel, rudd.
Benniworth Springs Off-Road Driving, Market Rasen (approx. 16 miles away)
The Benniworth Springs Academy of off-road driving is based in a rural location on the edge of the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds. Visit by yourself - or in a party - for a course on offroad driving in one of many Land Rovers. It's sheer escapism and what's more it won't break the bank....
Beeches Private Fishing Lake, Minting (approx. 16 miles away)
A well sheltered and secluded 3 acres of water between 4 and 21 feet deep. Built in 1984 and stocked in 1988 it recently re-opened under new ownership. There are various species of Carp. Tench, Rudd and Perch. No keep nets unless under match conditions. Barbless hooks. Max 3 rods. No bait rest...
Church of St Margaret the Virgin & Martyr, Sibsey (approx. 17 miles away)
Dedicated to Saint Margaret, this striking medieval Church in Sibsey, marries traces of Norman architecture with Victorian restoration.A grade I listed building, with a grade II cross, it was restored in the early-mid 19th century, with the chancel rebuilt and nave and aisles partly rebuilt.Today th...
Sibsey Trader Windmill, Sibsey (approx. 17 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...
Bain Valley Fisheries, Tattershall Thorpe (approx. 17 miles away)
Bain Valley Fisheries can be found in the picturesque village of Tattershall Thorpe, deep in the heart of the county. Set in farmland, the 7 lakes are all man-made from old quarry pits and can be up to 11ft deep. There is parking at peg on every lake providing good access for disabled anglers....
Bainland Country Park Golf Club, Woodhall Spa (approx. 17 miles away)
Bainland Country Park gold club can be found in a large but tranquil family-owned caravan park set in over 40 acres of ancient woodland just 1.5 miles from the delightful Edwardian spa town of Woodhall.
Cottage Museum, Woodhall Spa (approx. 18 miles away)
A small community museum first opened in 1987. It's run entirely by volunteers and is housed in a cottage which was the former home of the Wield Family. The museum both preserves and presents artefacts and other material connected to Woodhall Spa and its history.