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Welcome to South Kesteven

PLENTY TO SEE AND DO IN OUR DISTRICT

South Kesteven is packed with things to do and places to explore for all the family. Located just off the A1 and a popular stop on the main east coast rail line, it’s the perfect place to visit for a day trip, a weekend getaway or a relaxing Lincolnshire holiday.

The picturesque Lincolnshire market towns of Grantham, Stamford, Bourne and Market Deeping are the historic beacons of South Kesteven. The wider district encompasses 365 square miles of beautiful countryside and more than 80 rural villages – all waiting to be explored – and our many hotels, homely B&Bs, historic attractions, family entertainment and delicious places to eat are ready to welcome visitors from near and far.

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February

Harry Hill: New Bits and Greatest Hits

Harry Hill: New Bits and Greatest Hits

Date: February 27, 2025Venue: Guildhall TheatreLocation: St Peter's Hill, NG31 6PZ, Grantham,

Booking opens at 11am on Friday 10th May 2024
The Badger Parade is back on!

Join me on my Diamond Jubilee lap of honour as I celebrate 60 Glorious Years of fun, laughter and low level disruption!

Marvel! As I offer new insights into the hot topics of the day such...

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A large historic mansion with a symmetrical design, surrounded by manicured gardens with blooming flowers, stands under a clear sky.

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News/Blog

Dec 20, 2024

South Kesteven’s Surprising Heritage – a blog series part eight – The Corby Glen Nativity

As Christmas approaches churches around the district are preparing to celebrate and share the story of the Nativity...

Nov 15, 2024

Stocking Fillers and Seasonal Cheer – Christmas in South Kesteven

The clocks have gone back, October’s pumpkins have been carved and cooked (or composted), and Fireworks Night has gone...

Sep 11, 2024

South Kesteven’s Surprising Heritage – a blog series part seven – South Kesteven’s Star Gazers

The picturesque, adjoined villages of Caythorpe and Frieston lie approximately eight miles north of Grantham on the...

Jun 21, 2024

South Kesteven’s Surprising Heritage Sites – a blog series part six – The Tale of Butcher.

Morkery wood is nestled just inside the border of South Kesteven, near to South Witham and Castle Bytham. The...

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Bourne

The Deepings

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Grantham

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Stamford

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