Things To Do near Crowland Abbey
Crowland Library, Crowland (approx. 1 mile away)
Redocorated and with new book stock, Crowland library is an important part of the community for the local residents The library provides a selection of services and is run by Crowland Community Hub with the support of Crowland Cares and local volunteers. Opening times are: Mon 9.30am - 12.3...
New River Drain, Crowland (approx. 1 mile away)
The New River is a drainage system in the South Holland district. Rising near Crowland it flows roughly eastwards, following the general line of the River Welland, but a little to the south. It skirts the villages of Crowland and Cowbit before flowing into the Welland at Cradge Bank....
The Exotic Pet Refuge, Deeping St James (approx. 4 miles away)
The Exotic Pet Refuge is a small charity that offers a loving home to all kinds of animals. Founded in 1984 by Pam Mansfield and her late husband, Mel, the sanctuary began life in the caring couple’s home nine years earlier. "Someone came to us one day with an injured bird – and...
Church of Saint Mary, Cowbit (approx. 5 miles away)
Cowbit Anglican parish church is a Grade I listed building dedicated to Saint Mary. It was built on a small scale in the 14th century by Prior de Moulton of Spalding. A chancel and Perpendicular tower were added by Bishop Russell of Lincoln in 1487. A Wesleyan chapel was built in 1842, and reb...
Cowbit Wash, Cowbit (approx. 5 miles away)
Cowbit Wash lies to the west of the village and extends north-south for 8 miles. It was a flood plain for the River Welland, separated from the village by an earth bank that carries an unclassified road. Previously the Welland overflowed regularly with the water freezing in wintertime. A relie...
Stone Bridge, Deeping St James (approx. 6 miles away)
If you see a postcard of the Deepings, it will usually feature the stunning stone bridge which links Deeping St James to Deeping Gate. The bridge was constructed in 1651 and was designed to allow horse drawn carts to cross the river in the days when the Welland was a busy trading route. A...
Gedney Hill Mill, Gedney (approx. 6 miles away)
Gedney Hill Mill is a Grade II listed 19th century building. Constructed of red brick with a flat roof it stand six storeys high with slight plinth. The village of Gedney Hill is a civil parish in the district of South Holland, close to the Cambridgeshire border 9 miles (14 km) south-east fr...
Deeping Rangers FC, Market Deeping (approx. 6 miles away)
Deeping Rangers is a non-league football club based in Market Deeping. Established in 1964 they originally played at Maxey Road until 1982. Principal local rival is Bourne Town FC, only seven miles away. In 2006, Rangers reached the final of the Lincolnshire Senior Cup 'A' for the first t...
Holy Trinity Parish Church, Gedney Hill (approx. 6 miles away)
Gedney Hill is a Grade II listed Anglican parish church dedicated to the Holy Trinity. It dates from the late 14th century and was heavily restored during the 19th century including he rebuilding of its outer walls. The church features perpendicular style tie-beams and stained glass windows. I...
Deepings Community Library, Market Deeping (approx. 6 miles away)
Deepings library is a well stocked and vital part of the local community, despite efforts to have the building closed down. Organised, spacious and wheelchair friendly there is comfortable seating and helpful staff on hand with any questions or inquiries you might have. Opening times: Mon 1...
North View Lakes Fishery, Gedney (approx. 6 miles away)
Open all year, North View Lakes is a triple lake venue in Gedney Hill. There is the main carp lake which has a variety of species but mostly carp up to 39lb. There is a match lake with a good mix of coarse fish and a pleasure lake with a mix of all species up to 20lb. Please consult the websit...
Gedney Hill Golf Club, Gedney (approx. 6 miles away)
Gedney Hill Golf Club is regarded as one of Lincolnshire's premier courses and was designed in 1989 by Charles Britton. The 18 hole par 70 flat parkland course measures 5287 yards and features challenging holes, undulating green and fen winds guaranteed to make it play tougher than it looks....
River Welland, Spalding (approx. 7 miles away)
The stunning River Welland is a winding lowland river in the east of the county. At 65 miles (105 km) long it drains part of the Midlands eastwards to The Wash. It rises in the Hothorpe Hills, at Sibbertoft in Northamptonshire, then flows generally northeast to Market Harborough, Stamford and Spa...
Gordon Boswell Romany Museum, Spalding (approx. 7 miles away)
A fine display of Romany horse-drawn Vardos (caravans), carts and harness etc.
Gerard's Carp Lake, Market Deeping (approx. 7 miles away)
Gerards Carp Lake is situated in the village of Maxey, 1/2 mile from the A15 & 1 mile to Deeping. Situated in 18 acres, with 12 acres of water, stocked with mirror carp, common carp, crucian carp, roach, breem & chub. The lake fishes well throughout the year, including the winter months, with som...