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St. Botolph's Church in Boston, England, United Kingdom, Shutterstock ID 1161728683, Purchase Order: SP-1979, Order Number: SP-1979 LX Viewfinder blog, Client/Licensee: Expedia Local Expert, Other: Je
St. Botolph's Church in Boston, England, United Kingdom, Shutterstock ID 1161728683, Purchase Order: SP-1979, Order Number: SP-1979 LX Viewfinder blog, Client/Licensee: Expedia Local Expert, Other: Je
St Botolph\'s Church showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious aspects
St Botolph\'s Church featuring a ruin, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
St Botolph\'s Church showing heritage architecture, a ruin and a church or cathedral
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St Botolph\'s Church featuring a church or cathedral, heritage elements and building ruins

St Botolph's Church

Climb the tower of this large 14th-century church for superb views across the small port town of Boston and beyond.

St Botolph's Church

Lincolnshire Wildlife Park

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park during your vacation in Friskney? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its lively bars.

Lincolnshire Wildlife Park

Boston Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Mareham le Fen at Boston Golf Club. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars.

Boston Golf Club

York Street

Catch an event at York Street during your trip to Boston. While in this quaint area, you can savor the bars and coffeehouses.

York Street

Frampton Marsh Nature Reserve

You can take time to visit Frampton Marsh Nature Reserve during your travels to Boston. Discover the area's bars or seek out the golf courses.

Frampton Marsh Nature Reserve

Maud Foster Windmill

Learn about the local history of Boston when you spend time at Maud Foster Windmill. Discover the bars in this quaint area, or seek out the golf courses.

Maud Foster Windmill

Boston Guildhall

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Boston Guildhall during your trip to Boston. Discover the bars in this quaint area, or seek out the golf courses.

Boston Guildhall

Kirton Library

Kirton Library is just one of the places to see in Kirton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Kirton Library

Boston West Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Holland Fen with Brothertoft at Boston West Golf Club.

Boston West Golf Club

Popular day trips from Boston

View of the cathedral from steep hill

Lincoln

Aerial wide photo of the town centre of Skegness showing the the sandy beach near fairground rides in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England

Skegness

Wrangle is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 when it was spelt Weranghe but by 15th century it had been changed to Wranghill. There was almost certainly a Saxon church on the site in 1086 and the present church is based on the beautiful cathedrals of 12th century France. It is a Marshland church, ie predominantly perpendicular, but there are older parts as well. The arch on the east side of the tower and the south door are believed to be 1190s. The church was given with much land to Waltham Abbey, Essex in the time of Henry II (1154-89) – the priests of that period being supplied by Waltham Abbey. In the glass of the east window was once an inscription “Thomas de Wyversty, abbas de Waltham me fieri fecit” (the dates of his abbacy of Waltham are 1345-71) The church was rebuilt in the 1400s. St Mary & St Nicholas is built in late Norman and Early English style with later additions. It has a fine pulpit of the Elizabethan period and a tower with six bells. Wrangle was an important place in the 13th and 14th centuries when the church was built. In 1359 King Edward III needed a navy to invade France and Wrangle was asked to help. It sent one ship and eight men (Liverpool only sent five men). Although now a mile from the sea, in medieval times Wrangle Church sat next to a creek up which boats sailed from the Wash. The river has long since been silted up but the outline of the banks can still be seen in a field next to the church.
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Wrangle

Footpath at Benington Sea End

Leverton

The church dates from the 13th century onwards, the chancel has been rebuilt twice, in 1741 and 1870. There is a western tower with arched openings to north and south allowing pedestrians to pass through, a nave with clerestory, north and south aisles, south porch, and chancel with apse. The tower is of three stages from the 14th century, but the belfry stage is from the 15th century. It is buttressed with embattled parapets. There are six bells. The church is famous for its one-handed clock, which dates from the 17th century. The dial is 16 feet in diameter and believed to be the largest single-handed clock in Europe. The nave arcades have five bays with octagonal piers. The north aisle is from the 14th century, with the south aisle being from the 15th century, both have human head label stops. At the east end of the south aisle is a Lady Chapel. The nave has a 14th century king post roof. The 14th century chancel arch once had a rood loft, and the access doors still remain on the south side. The south porch dates from the 15th century and has a parvis above. The chancel, with polygonal apse, was rebuilt in 1870 by T.C. Hine and Son. The church contains several memorial plaques to members of aircrew from RAF Coningsby killed in flying accidents and WWII.
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Coningsby

Frequently asked questions

Is Boston worth visiting?
Famous for its walking trails and watersports, finding fun things to do in Boston is a cinch. Remember to add Bubblecar Museum to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Boston?
Once you've visited popular attractions like Bubblecar Museum and Macmillan Way - North, spend some time discovering Boston's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Boston?
The top tourist attraction in Boston is Bubblecar Museum, so make sure to put it on your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Boston?
Three days will give you plenty of time to tick off the leading city attractions, such as Bubblecar Museum, York Street and St Botolph's Church. The average stay in Boston is two days. If you have the urge to extend your vacation, Lincoln isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Boston with kids?
If you're searching for activities and attractions for all the family, take a look at these great ideas for what to do in Boston with kids.

What to do in Boston for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Boston, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Pilgrim Fathers Memorial or Tattershall Road Stadium.
Are there free things to do in Boston?
From checking out parks to strolling around exciting neighborhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Boston. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for some tips. Bubblecar Museum is a must for anyone wanting to save on their sightseeing activities.