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| There are many attractions within a short distance of the stag, some suggestion are below. | |
| Belton House | |
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Belton house is within a mile of the Stag and was built by architect William Winde during the years 1685 - 1688. Within the house there are many high quality decorations and furnishing on display, old masters, tapestries, fine furniture, silver and oriental porcelain. Outside the house you can enjoy the extensive gardens including the sunken Italian garden, orangery, Dutch garden and to keep the children entertained there is a woodland adventure playground. Then why not round the day off with lunch or dinner at the Stag. |
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Belton
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| Belton Garden Centre | |
Belton garden centre is again situated within a mile if the Stag and is directly opposite Belton House on the A607. |
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| Battle of Britain Memorial Flight | |
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The Battle of Britain Memorial flight includes five Spitfires and two Hurricanes a Lancaster Bomber which is one of only two Lancasters remaining in air worthy condition out of the 7377 that were built, the only other can be found in Canada. Other aircraft in the flight include a Dakota transport and Chipmunks. The BBMF Visitor's Centre can be found at RAF Coningsby. |
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| Belvoir Castle | |
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Belvoir Castle, another popular attraction is the ancestral home of the Duke of Rutland. The Castle dates back to Norman times and from it's commanding position has fantastic views over the Vale of Belvoir and houses collections of paintings (including those by Gainsborough, Reynolds, Poussin and Holbein) sculptures, silks, tapestries, porcelain and furniture. Outside there are extensive grounds with woodland walks and rose and statue gardens. |
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| Lincoln Cathedral | |
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Lincoln
cathedral is the seat of the bishop of Lincoln. Its structure dominates
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| Lincoln Castle | |
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Lincoln
Castle was begun in 1068 and was one of the first great castles
to be built by William the Conqueror on the hill top site that the
Romans had occupied with their first fort. |
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| Other Lincolnshire Attractions | |
| Also worth a vist while in the Lincoln area are Swinderby and Newark Antique Fairs. | |
| Links | |
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Battle
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The
Stag
Barkston Lincolnshire |
Tel
01400-250363
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