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where to visit in stamford Brownes Hospital Stamford Arts Centre Burghley Horse Trials Almshouse built in 1475 original furniture and stained glass. Open Saturdays and Bank Holidays, May - September 11am - 4pm. Drawing on a rich heritage dating from the eighteenth century, Stamford Arts Centre aims to provide the best in live arts for the area developing an ever widening range of theatre, cinema, music, workshops and exhibitions. Coffee Shop and Bar. The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials 5 - 8 September 2013. Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PF Sundays guided tours by appointment please ring 01780 763746 www.stamfordcivicsociety.org.uk Stamford Town Hall St. Marys Street, Stamford, PE9 2DR This historic building was purpose built in 1728 and houses an extensive collection of regalia. Visit the new Malcolm Sargent Room. Open for free guided tours every Friday 10am - 3pm. Tel: [phone] All Saints Brewery All Saints Street, Stamford, PE9 2PA Restored Victorian steam brewery with award winning fruit beers. Tours available by appointment. Fruit beers available at Melbourn Brothers Pub open daily 11am - 11pm (closed Tuesday). Next door to All Saints Brewery. Tel: [phone] St. Marys Street, Stamford, PE9 2DL Tel: [phone] www.stamfordartscentre.com Burghley Stamford, PE9 3JY One of the most impressive Elizabethan houses in England, with eighteen treasure-filled state rooms boasting a world-renowned collection of tapestries, porcelain and paintings. Sculpture Garden, Gardens of Surprises and Deer Park. Open Sat 16 March to Sun 3 November (House closed Fridays) 11am - 5pm daily (last admission 4.30pm). Tel: [phone] www.burghley.co.uk Stamford, PE9 3JY Tel: [phone] Box Office for ticket information from 1st May 01933 304744. www.burghley-horse.co.uk St.Martins Antique Centre 23a High Street, St. Martins, Stamford, PE9 2LF For a Town Map of Stamford, please see page 22. Corn Exchange Theatre Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PX Refurbished almost entirely by volunteers. With a wide range of arts events from local amateur and professional companies. The newly opened theatre lounge is available for pre - theatre dinners and private hire. Tel: [phone] www.stamford-cornexchange.co.uk Stamford Guided Town Walks With Jill Collinge Blue Badge Guide. Discover why Stamford is recognised as one of the finest Stone Towns in Britain. For private or group guided walks call Jill on 01780 410780. Email: [email protected] www.stamfordtours.co.uk An extensive centre with over 70 dealers. Tel: [phone] Email: [email protected] www.st-martins-antiques.co.uk Stamford Leisure Centre Drift Road, Stamford, PE9 1UZ Includes a pool with wave machine and flume, health and fitness suite. Tel: [phone] www.harpersfitness.co.uk 06 www.southwestlincs.com stamford Stamford Tourist Information 27 St. Mary’s Street, Stamford, PE9 2DL Email: [email protected] Tel/fax: [phone] Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 9.30am - 5pm Stamford Shakespeare Company Discover Stamford A stage set in an enchanting glade, with fine actors, stunning sets and gorgeous costumes. The magic of Tolethorpe begins the moment you take your seat in one of Europe’s finest open air theatres on a warm summer evening. Plays for 2013 A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Comedy of Errors, Dads Army (The Lost Episodes). Find out about the rich history of the town see the wonderful tapestry and why Stamford is regarded as one of Englands finest stone towns. Tolethorpe Hall, Little Casterton Nr. Stamford, PE9 4BH Stamford Library, High Street Stamford, PE9 2BB www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/ stamfordlibrary Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone] www.stamfordshakespeare.co.uk Stamford Country Market Stuart Porter Antiques & Jeans Tea Room They provide a retail outlet for high quality home-made, home grown and hand crafted produce. Special orders for parties, favourite items and other special occasions can be catered for. Alternate fridays (in line with Farmers Market). 15 Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PG Up to 70 antique dealers housed in a listed building,with something to suit every taste and pocket. Courtyard tea room. Tel: [phone] www.stuartporterantiques.com Stamford Arts Centre, St Marys Street, Stamford, PE9 2DL Open alternate Fridays 8.30 - 11am Based within the Arts Centre foyer, together with coffee shop, gallery and toilets. The Stamford Tourist Information Centre and gift shop is manned by professional and helpful staff. and what’s on in the area. Do call in if you are staying in the area, to take advantage of our local knowledge and information including details of places to visit, where to eat And don’t forget postcards )????????????????????)????????????????)???e?????????????????????)??????????????????()]???????????????????)????????????????????M?????)??????????????????????)???????????????????????((??((0