Places to Visit in South Kesteven
Places to visit in South Kesteven this Autumn and Winter.
South Kesteven is packed with things to do and places to explore for all the family.
Please check the attraction's website for their latest opening information before you plan your visit.
GRANTHAM AREA
Grantham Museum
Open Thursday - Saturday, 10am - 4pm
www.granthammuseum.org.uk
Belton House (National Trust) near Grantham
Open: Gardens, Parkland, Woodland playground, Café for indoor & outdoor seating, dog friendly cafe and Shops - from 10am - 5pm daily (open 10am-4pm from 1 Nov '21)
Mansion - open from 12.30-5pm on Wed to Sun. (closed from 1 Nov '21)
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/belton-house
JandJ Alpacas, Dry Doddington
Open Wednesday - Sunday, 10am - 5pm (winter opening 10-4pm Wed to Sun)
Café open - with indoor & outside seating and a great paddock view!
Alpaca Treks & Experiences daily, Wednesday to Sunday (bookable online)
www.visitalpacas.co.uk
Bennington Carriages, Long Bennington
A wide range of Try Carriage Driving experiences are available, including picnic. Picturesque scenery.
https://www.benningtoncarriages.co.uk/driving-academy
Mannakin Hall, Fulbeck
Mannequin Museum & Pop Up Cyclists' Café
Call 07757 513584 to book as times vary.
www.mannakin.com
Manor Stables Craft Centre & Cafe, Fulbeck
Shops, working crafts and Tack Room Cafe
Open Thursday - Sunday, 10.30am - 4pm (check website for any winter closure)
www.cuttinglane.com
Grantham Canal - Boat Trips
Cruise along one of Britain’s most beautiful canals on 'The Three Shires'
30min trips at regular intervals on select dates - and 2hr private cruises available any day.
For dates, availability, bookings and closed season, see website.
Cruises start from Lock 18 moorings at Woolsthorpe by Belvoir. Make for the Dirty Duck Public House Postcode: NG32 1NY
Belvoir Castle, near Grantham
Gardens and grounds open : Tuesday – Sunday, 11am - 4pm. Tickets in advance online.
Castle State Rooms closed from 17 Oct '21.
www.belvoircastle.com
Special events planned throughout 2021 & 2022 (see website for details)
https://www.belvoircastle.com/castle-book-tickets/
The Engine Yard, near Belvoir Castle
Shops open 7 days a week - check website for individual shop opening times, as they can vary.
Fuel Tank Cafe open daily 9am-5pm
www.engineyardbelvoir.com
Easton Walled Gardens, near Grantham
Courtyard shops, Coffee Room and plant sales - open Wednesday - Sunday & Bank Holiday Mondays, 11am - 4pm until 19 Dec '21.
Gardens, grounds and cafe close from 26 Sept '21 - reopening 11 February '22 for the famous snowdrops and the season.
www.visiteaston.co.uk
Fawcett Driving Horses, Dunkirk Farm, Great Ponton
Rural carriage ride with gorgeous Clydesdale horses followed by a beautiful afternoon tea. A unique activity – ideal for all ages. Now closed until Spring '22.
www.facebook.com/Fawcettdrivinghorses
Woolsthorpe Manor (National Trust), near Colsterworth
The Manor, Science Discovery Centre and Cafe open - open 11am-5pm daily. Closed from 1st Nov. '21
Manor entry will be by small tour only this year - please pre-book your timed tickets.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/woolsthorpe-manor
BOURNE & THE DEEPINGS AREA
Bourne Heritage Centre, Baldock’s Mill, Bourne
Open Saturday and Sunday, 2pm - 4pm
https://www.bournecivicsociety.org.uk/theheritagecentre.html
Delaine Bus Museum, Bourne
Open on second Saturday of the month (June - October '21) : 12.00pm - 4.00pm.
Heritage Bus Ride (approx 30mins) at 1.30pm, featuring one a bus from the 1950s or 1960s
Light Refreshments . Adults £2, Under 16s Free
Grimsthorpe Castle, near Bourne
Closed from 30th Sept '21 - but open for October half term – Sat 23rd, Sun 24th, Wed 27th,
Thu 28th, Fri 29th, Sat 30th, Sun 31st.
Park and gardens open 10.30am - 6pm
Castle open 12.00-4pm
Tickets for Park & Gardens or Castle, Park & Gardens (bookable online)
http://www.grimsthorpe.co.uk
NEW! Tiny Steps Petting Farm, Thurlby
Tiny Steps offers you the chance to engage with and pet our lovely farm animals and pets of all shapes and sizes on our small farm.
Winter opening: 10am-2pm Saturday and Sunday. Pre-booking option via website or 01778 395423 or 07985 421276 info@tinystepspettingfarm.co.uk
Child £1.00 (under 2's free) Adult £3.00 Family ticket £6.00 (2 x adult and 2 x child)
https://www.tinystepspettingfarm.co.uk/
STAMFORD AREA
Clipsham Yew Tree Avenue, near Clipsham
Free admission all year
www.yewtreeavenue.co.uk
Stamford Shakespeare Company, Tolethorpe Hall, near Stamford
Closed until 2022 Summer season of plays in June, July and August at the Rutland Open Air Theatre. Performances take place on an open air stage set within an enchanting woodland glade facing a 600-seat, covered auditorium.
https://stamfordshakespeare.co.uk/booking-information/
Burghley, near Stamford
Parkland: open all year from 7am - 6pm, free entry
Gardens: The Garden of Surprises and the Sculpture Garden are open daily. Closed from 31 Oct '21 to March 2022.
Garden café open daily 10.30-4.30 with indoor & outside seating. Closed 31 Oct to March '22
Garden Shop open daily 10.30-4.30pm. Closed from 31 Oct to March '22
Courtyard Gift Shop now open - on Wed to Sun 10.30-5pm
Burghley House open 19 May to 31 Oct '21, on Wed to Sun 10.30am-5pm.
www.burghley.co.uk/plan-your-visit/opening-times
Burghley events in 2021: https://burghley.co.uk/events
Browne's Hospital, Stamford
Museum opening for pre-booked small group tours only in summer 2021. For enquiries tel. 07721 343618.
Virtual tour on our website.
https://www.browneshospital.co.uk/visit-and-contact/
St Martin's Antique Centre, Stamford
Over 70 dealers bring together a selection that spans the centuries and of every genre you can imagine.
Open: Monday to Saturday 10am to 5:00pm & on Sundays/Bank Holidays 10:30am to 4:30pm.
www.st-martins-antiques.co.uk
Stamford Town Guided Tours
Now available, meeting outside Stamford Town Hall: Thursday (11am) Friday (2pm) Saturday (11am) Sunday (11am) (£7.50 per person. Max 5 guests plus tour guide)
www.thestamfordtownguidedtours.co.uk
Stamford Sights & Secrets Tours
Tours available from 1 June to end Sept 2021 on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11.00 am - and special themed tours on specific dates (see website). Meet at Stamford Arts Centre.
www.stamfordsightsandsecretstours.com
Disclaimer
This information has been produced by InvestSK and the content is deemed correct at 1 April 2021. All attractions adhere to current appropriate Covid safety precautions.
Accuracy of opening times cannot be guaranteed however, due to unforeseen circumstances, inclement weather or changes in Government re-opening guidance.
To plan your visit, please check the attraction’s website or Facebook for latest opening times, facilities and location.
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