Claudia’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Here are some places to visit, in and around Grantham.
Beautiful house and gardens (admission charges apply), and deer park (free to enter). Great for a day out with the family. Take the children to the adventure playground. The park plays host to about 300 fallow deer. The herd has been in the park for more than 300 years.
77 locals recommend
Belton House
High RoadBeautiful house and gardens (admission charges apply), and deer park (free to enter). Great for a day out with the family. Take the children to the adventure playground. The park plays host to about 300 fallow deer. The herd has been in the park for more than 300 years.
Home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland, this is a stunningly beautiful historic home with lovely gardens. Check out events such as concerts, firework displays, jousting etc..
87 locals recommend
Belvoir Castle
Woolsthorpe RoadHome of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland, this is a stunningly beautiful historic home with lovely gardens. Check out events such as concerts, firework displays, jousting etc..
Great for long or short walks in the countryside. It is 23 miles all the way round and you can walk or hire a bicycle. Take a picnic or enjoy lunch in a lakeside cafe or nearby Oakham. It is also famous for water sports and birdwatching.
146 locals recommend
Rutland Water Cruises
Bull Brig LaneGreat for long or short walks in the countryside. It is 23 miles all the way round and you can walk or hire a bicycle. Take a picnic or enjoy lunch in a lakeside cafe or nearby Oakham. It is also famous for water sports and birdwatching.
Majestic Lincoln Cathedral sits on top of a high hill with splendid views. Walk down the charming winding street called "Steep Hill" to the waterside.
154 locals recommend
Lincoln
Majestic Lincoln Cathedral sits on top of a high hill with splendid views. Walk down the charming winding street called "Steep Hill" to the waterside.
In the centre of Grantham, the 14th century tower and spire stand 282 feet and 6 inches tall.
7 locals recommend
St Wulframs Church
Church StreetIn the centre of Grantham, the 14th century tower and spire stand 282 feet and 6 inches tall.
The canal runs from Grantham to Nottingham and is currently being restored. Grantham Canal Society are in the process of restoring its locks and clearing, cleaning and maintaining its length.
Grantham Canal
The canal runs from Grantham to Nottingham and is currently being restored. Grantham Canal Society are in the process of restoring its locks and clearing, cleaning and maintaining its length.
My favourite places to eat
For delicious food, a cosy atmosphere in a lovely village, visit this charming pub.
12 locals recommend
Chequers Inn
Main StreetFor delicious food, a cosy atmosphere in a lovely village, visit this charming pub.
Nestling by the side of the Grantham canal, the dirty duck is a lovely place for lunch, especially on a sunny day.
7 locals recommend
The Dirty Duck Public House
Duck LaneNestling by the side of the Grantham canal, the dirty duck is a lovely place for lunch, especially on a sunny day.
Great for a cuppa
Ideal for a coffee or a light lunch. In the summer you can also pick your own fruit.
Syston Park Farm Shop
Ideal for a coffee or a light lunch. In the summer you can also pick your own fruit.
City advice
Customs and culture
Delicacies made within a few miles of Grantham
Local food includes Grantham gingerbread, Lincolnshire sausages, Melton Mowbray pork pies and Stilton cheese as well as drinks such as Belvoir presse cordials and a range of craft beers brewed in Oldershaw and Brewster's breweries.
Travelling with kids
Great for young children
In Grantham, the Meres Leisure Centre has a water slide and toddler splash sessions. Jump Revolution has trampolining sessions especially for toddlers and older ones. Check out the adventure playground at Belton House.
A bit further away, in Bottesford village, there is Little Jack's Farm which has a soft play area as well as farm animals that children can touch and hold. Another local animal park is J and J Alpacas in Dry Doddington. Both of these attractions have tea rooms attached.
In Melton Mowbray, Twin Lakes theme park offers a great day out for the whole family.
What to pack
Bring a comfortable pair of shoes or boots
South Lincolnshire is a fabulous place for walking, especially for anyone who enjoys completely unspoilt countryside. For example, there are lovely walks in the Vale of Belvoir or around Rutland Water. One thing that makes the county so special is the number of undiscovered, idyllic villages which look like they have come straight out of Midsomer.