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where to visit in grantham St. Wulfram’s Church Harlaxton Manor St Wulfram’s Church is a 13th-14th century church of noble proportions with one of the finest steeples in the country at 282 feet. Also crypt chained library, visitor centre and coffee shop. Masterpiece built in the 1830’s, now a private residential college. Guided house tours for groups by appointment. Church Street, Grantham, NG31 6RR Harlaxton Nr. Grantham, NG32 1AG Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone] www.harlaxton.ac.uk Grantham House Belvoir Castle This handsome town house dates from 1380, with architectural features from various eras and walled riverside garden. A romantic 19th century turreted castle set high on a hill, home to the Duke of Rutland. State rooms, art treasures, formal gardens, re-enactments and family events held regularly. House and Gardens open from May to August. Please see website for dates, times and prices. The south front of Woolsthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire. © National Trust Images/Nick Meers. www.nationaltrust.org.uk Woolsthorpe Manor, Woolsthorpe by Colsterworth, near Grantham, NG33 5PD. Telephone: [phone]. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/woolsthorpe/ Castlegate, Grantham, NG31 6SS www.nationaltrust.org.uk Boothby Pagnell Manor Boothby Pagnell Nr. Grantham, NG33 4DQ This historically important Norman manor is just five miles from Grantham on the B1176. Four main rooms can be viewed by appointment only. Tel: [phone] Belvoir Nr. Grantham, NG32 1PE Tel: [phone] www.belvoircastle.com Woolsthorpe Manor Grantham (National Trust); Water Lane, Woolsthorpe by Colsterworth, NG33 5PD The 17th century birthplace and family home of Sir Isaac Newton who formulated some of his major works here. The interactive science discovery centre in the grounds explains his life and theories. Tel: [phone] www.nationaltrust.org.uk Manor Stables Craft Centre Lincoln Road Fulbeck Nr. Grantham, NG32 3JN Manor Stables set in the beautiful village of Fulbeck. Manor Stables offers a unique centre for traditional and contemporary crafts. Gift shop, tea rooms and Master Saddler and woodcraft. Tel: [phone] www.cuttinglane.com For a Town Map of Grantham, please see page 23. Belton House Grantham (National Trust); Belton Nr. Grantham, NG32 2LS Perfect English country house set in landscaped parkland. Explore delightful gardens and lakeshore. Restaurant, gift shop, plant and garden shop. Adventure playground and miniature train. Open early March until end of October including Bank Holidays, Monday & Tuesday house closed. Tel: [phone] www.guildhallartscentre.com Ellys Manor House Dallygate, Great Ponton Nr. Grantham, NG33 5DP Tel: [phone] www.nationaltrust.org.uk/belton Meres Leisure Centre Trent Road, Grantham, NG31 7XQ The centre offers 4 swimming pools: an eight lane 2.5m pool, a learner pool, 2 fun pools, a flume and jacuzzi. Meres Live events in 1,300 seat auditorium. Tel: [phone] www.harpersfitness.co.uk Gra ntham Museum St Peters Hill, Grantham, NG31 6PY Provided by the Carnegie United Kingdom Trust and the Corporation of Grantham this building opened in 1926 and housed both a collection of artefacts and a public library. Open every Thursday, Friday & Saturday. www.granthammuseum.org.uk grantham Grantham Tourist Information Guildhall Arts Centre, St. Peter’s Hill, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 6PZ Email: [email protected] Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] Opening hours: Mon - Fri 9.30am to 4.30pm, Sat 9.30am - 1pm. 10 www.southwestlincs.com identified by its magnificent clock tower, today it is a lively arts centre, with theatre, music and workshops taking place, together with a coffee shop and our tourist information centre. Easton Walled Gardens Easton Nr. Grantham, NG33 5AP 12 acres of nationally important gardens set in a delightful valley. This 400 year old garden has walks, drifts of bulbs, sweet peas, roses, meadows and cottage gardens. Light lunches and teas served over looking the gardens. Open Feb-Nov please see website for details. Tel: [phone] www.eastonwalledgardens.co.uk The Guildhall Arts Centre St. Peter’s Hill, Grantham, NG31 6PZ Set in the heart of the town, this Victorian building can be Enjoy one of the many live events at the Guildhall Arts Centre and Meres Leisure Centre 01476 406166. See a film at the Reel Cinema 01476 570046 or have fun at Grantham Tenpin Bowling 0871 5501010. The Tourist Information is based within the Arts Centre foyer, together with coffee shop and toilets. Call in and see us if you are staying in the area, Visit ancient Ellys Manor House (EMH) with its fabulous late medieval wall paintings. EMH is a rare and fascinating building to our shores, perfectly encapsulating the history of early Europe and Britain during the Northern Renaissances. Tel: [phone] www.ellysmanorhouse.com Wyndham Park Hill Avenue, Grantham, NG31 9BB Wyndham Park achieved the prestigious Green Flag status in 2012, the park features the Old Pavilion Tea Room with toilets, open 10am till 4pm, 7 days a week, all year round. Outdoor Paddling Pool, Bowling Green, Tennis Courts, Model Boating Pool, Skate Park, Playgrounds and a Sensory Garden. www.wyndhamparkforum.org.uk to take advantage of our local knowledge and information including details of places to visit, where to eat and what’s on in the area. We have a full range of traditional souvenirs and postcards of Grantham together with guides and maps to help you along your way. If you require assistance finding accommodation we can book this for you. 11