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St Andrew’s Church, accessed by a long track from the hamlet of Sempringham, feels now like a remote outpost of times past, hinting at a rich history which remains just below the windswept farmland of the fens. Today, visitors to the beautiful church find it...

  Love is in the air, and so we are sharing some of the events happening this February in South Kesteven to celebrate Valentines Day. Whether you are looking for somewhere to have a traditional Valentine’s meal, or something a little different then South Kesteven...

A day out does not have to be expensive, there are plenty of wonderful things to do across South Kesteven for free, here are a few of our favourites. If you are looking to explore heritage in South Kesteven, then a must see is the Trigge Chained Library at St...

In the third of our blogs on the surprising and lesser-known heritage sites in South Kesteven, we are headed to Castle Bytham, a beautiful village of limestone houses, close to the A1, approximately nine miles north of Stamford. Now a peaceful and idyllic village, in...

Stretching from the wide expanses of the Lincolnshire Fens in the east to the rolling hills of the Kesteven Uplands in the north-west, South Kesteven is a district full of variety.   Nowhere is this variety better shown than in the distinct character of our four...

South Kesteven is one of the Midland’s most heritage rich districts, boasting over 2150 listed buildings, over 600 of which are in Stamford alone - so you never have to go far to enjoy historic gems. Grand stately homes, spectacular collections, beautiful parks and...

In South Kesteven, we are blessed with beautiful country houses, open countryside, and quaint little villages, which is why South Kesteven is extremely photogenic! Therefore, if you are on the hunt for some new content to photograph then check out our list of...

South Kesteven is known for Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister, which is such an impressive feat that we often overlook or forget that South Kesteven has been home to many inspirational women over the years. Margaret Beaufort (1433 – 1509) Margaret...

There is a reason why Wyndham Park has held green flag status for twelve years: it is an incredible space to spend time with family and friends. A café, ice cream parlour, restrooms, children’s playgrounds, tennis courts, and a model boating lake are just some of the...

Shopping for antiques can be like taking a step back in time and we have several wonderful antique stores in South Kesteven. Antique shops are filled with fascinating objects to be discovered, they may be hidden away and take a little extra effort to find, but the...

Where to walk in peace in South Kesteven Taking a walk in the calming surroundings of a woodland or parkland can be a leisurely and relaxing activity. Just being away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and the noise of cars can be relaxing. Spending time...