Grantham Attractions
Grantham is a busy market town in a rich agricultural area, surrounded by areas of pastureland which are reputed to produce some of the best meat, especially sausages, in England. The town is also noted for its gingerbread. St Wulfram's Church is the most notable local landmark in Grantham. The spire is 282 feet high and the church was home to England's first public library.
The town's most famous daughter is the "Iron Lady" Margaret Thatcher, the first woman prime minister, who indelibly shaped the development of the nation between 1979 and 1990. Her birthplace now houses a restaurant called "The Premier". Opposite the Guildhall stands a statue of Isaac Newton (1642-1727), who was a pupil at the local grammar school, and the Museum on St Peter's Hill contains many mementos of the famous philosopher and scientist.
The town's most famous daughter is the "Iron Lady" Margaret Thatcher, the first woman prime minister, who indelibly shaped the development of the nation between 1979 and 1990. Her birthplace now houses a restaurant called "The Premier". Opposite the Guildhall stands a statue of Isaac Newton (1642-1727), who was a pupil at the local grammar school, and the Museum on St Peter's Hill contains many mementos of the famous philosopher and scientist.
Angel and Royal Inn
The Angel and Royal Inn (13th century origin) in the High Street is one of the oldest inns in England. Its illustrious guests included King John, Richard II and Edward VII.
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Belvoir Castle
The present castle was built in the early 1800s by James Wyatt. Today it displays a splendid collection of art, including names such as Rembrandt, Rubens, Holbein, Poussin and Reynolds.
Belton House Park and Gardens
Belton House (2mi/3km north of Grantham) was the elegant seat of Lord Brownlow, built by Christopher Wren in 1688 and later partly rebuilt by James Wyatt. It contains fine carvings by Grinling Gibbons, as well as portraits by old English masters and a valuable silver collection. The church has a Norman font. Belton Tower (1750) stands in the extensive grounds of the park.
The formal gardens have a wide variety of flowers, as well as orangery and a landscaped park surrounding a lake.
The formal gardens have a wide variety of flowers, as well as orangery and a landscaped park surrounding a lake.
Hours
March 1 to March 14
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 12:30 | 12:30 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 |
March 15 to November 2
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 12:30 | 12:30 | 12:30 | 12:30 | 12:30 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always opened on:
Spring Bank Holiday - Britain (last Monday, May )
Summer Bank Holiday - Britain outside Scotland (last Monday, August )
Summer Bank Holiday - Britain outside Scotland (last Monday, August )
Always closed on:
Good Friday - Christian (Apr 06)
Parking
Free
Disabled
No facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Belvoir Castle Jousting Tournament
This annual tournament takes place during several summer weekends at the Belvoir Castle, a short distance from Nottingham.
Mounted knights dress in authentic period costume to provide the entertainment. Accompanying food and craft stalls complement the medieval atmosphere.
Mounted knights dress in authentic period costume to provide the entertainment. Accompanying food and craft stalls complement the medieval atmosphere.
Belvoir Castle Estate Office
Grantham-Melton Mowbray Road
Grantham NG32 1PD
England
Grantham-Melton Mowbray Road
Grantham NG32 1PD
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Grantham House
Grantham House, owned by the National Trust, has a 14th century room occupied by Princess Margaret, daughter of Henry VII, during her journey north in 1503 to marry King James IV of Scotland.
Grantham House / Gunby Hall
Castlegate
Grantham NG31 6SS
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Castlegate
Grantham NG31 6SS
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St Wulfram's Church
The parish church, St Wulfram's, has a spire 281ft/86m high, beautiful tracery in the windows, and a 15th century font. Above the south doorway is a valuable library presented to the church in 1598, with many chained books. Adjoining the church is King's School, where Newton was a pupil, and where he carved his name on a windowledge.
Woolsthorpe Manor
Woolsthorpe Manor (7mi/11km south of Grantham), birthplace of Isaac Newton, is situated near Colsterworth. Adjoining the house is the orchard in which he is supposed to have discovered the law of gravity.
Woolsthorpe Manor
23 Newton Way
Woolsthorpe-by-Colsterworth
Grantham NG33 5NR
England
23 Newton Way
Woolsthorpe-by-Colsterworth
Grantham NG33 5NR
England
Hours
March 1 to March 23
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
March 26 to June 29
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
July 2 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
September 3 to September 28
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
October 4 to October 26
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always opened on:
Spring Bank Holiday - Britain (last Monday, May )
Summer Bank Holiday - Britain outside Scotland (last Monday, August )
Summer Bank Holiday - Britain outside Scotland (last Monday, August )
Always closed on:
Good Friday - Christian (Apr 06)
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
