English Heritage sites near Stamford Parish

Apethorpe Palace

APETHORPE PALACE

8 miles from Stamford Parish

Stately Apethorpe Palace, owned by Elizabeth I, then favourite Royal residence for James I and Charles I, has one of the country's most complete Jacobean interiors.

Longthorpe Tower

LONGTHORPE TOWER

10 miles from Stamford Parish

Longthorpe Tower displays one of the most complete and important sets of 14th century domestic wall paintings in northern Europe.

Kirby Hall

KIRBY HALL

11 miles from Stamford Parish

Kirby Hall is one of England's greatest Elizabethan and 17th-century houses. Begun by Sir Humphrey Stafford, it was purchased by Sir Christopher Hatton, one of Queen Elizabeth's 'comely young men'.

Lyddington Bede House

LYDDINGTON BEDE HOUSE

12 miles from Stamford Parish

Set beside the church of a picturesque ironstone village, Lyddington Bede House originated as the late medieval wing of a palace belonging to the Bishops of Lincoln.

Eleanor Cross, Geddington

ELEANOR CROSS, GEDDINGTON

17 miles from Stamford Parish

In 1290 Eleanor of Castile, the beloved wife of Edward I and mother of his 14 children, died at Harby in Nottinghamshire.

Rushton Triangular Lodge

RUSHTON TRIANGULAR LODGE

19 miles from Stamford Parish

This delightful triangular building was designed by Sir Thomas Tresham (father of one of the Gunpowder Plotters) and constructed between 1593 and 1597.

Churches in Stamford Parish

All Saints' Parish Church

All Saints' Place Stamford
01780 591417
http://www.stamfordallsaints.org.uk

All Saints' Parish Church in the centre of Stamford aims to welcome anyone who comes seeking something of God. Whatever your stage in faith, from first vague enquiry to years of faithful worship and service, there is a place for you in the life of All Saints'. With about 12,000 residents, our parish is the largest in Stamford, extending out along the Tinwell, Empingham, Casterton and Little Casterton Roads and including Essex Road and New Cross Road, and like the other churches in the town, we have many members and visitors from all over Stamford and beyond.

Our Vision for the parish is: Welcoming, Inclusive, Supportive and Godly.  

St George's

St George's Square Stamford
(01780) 481800
http://www.stgeorgeschurch.net

St George's Church, Stamford is a thriving evangelical church nestled in the heart of the town of Stamford. We have a mission to proclaim the gospel to everyone locally, but also have a role to play in the revitalisation of the church across Lincolnshire. We are a church where Jesus is at the centre, the Bible is our guide, and people matter.

For further information visit our website: stgeorgeschurch.net or contact the office on 01780 481800.

St Martin, Stamford Baron

High Street St Martin's Stamford Baron Stamford
07444 459341
http://www.stamfordbenefice.com

The church of St Martin's in Stamford is a notable example of late 15 century architecture. It was rebuilt between 1482 and 1485 and has been little altered since, apart from the extension to the North Chapel, which was doubled in size in 1865. The chapel houses the tombs of the Cecil family, including the monument to William Cecil, first Lord Burghley who was chancellor to Queen Elizabeth I and that of John Cecil, 5th Earl of Exeter.

Sunday morning service: 9.30 a.m. Sung Eucharist

The church choir sings at Sunday morning services at both St Martin's and St Mary's and the liturgical music is supported by additional singers from time to time. 

Pubs in Stamford Parish

Blackstones Social Club

The Sportsfield, Lincoln Road, Stamford, PE9 1UU
(01780) 757835
blackstones.org.uk

Push penny current World Champion is a member here. Free entry to CAMRA members.
Bull & Swan

24 High Street, St Martins, Stamford, PE9 2LJ
(01780) 766412
thebullandswan.co.uk

A 17th-century coaching inn which retains many original features. Consists of three small inter-connecting low beamed rooms, decorated with brass and copper. Large patio garden. Described by Stamford Living as "the most improved pub in Stam...
Cellar Bar

Stamford Arts Centre, 27 St Marys Street, Stamford, PE9 2DL
(01780) 753458
stamfordartscentre.com

The Cellar Bar is a long, narrow bar underneath Stamford Arts Centre. Open mic some Friday evenings. Open alternate Sunday evenings for quiz. There are two handpumps and an ale from Oldershaw is usually available. The Gallery Bar is open be...
Copper Room

16 St Mary's Hill, Stamford, PE9 2DP
(01780) 238288
thecopperroom.co.uk/

Stamford's first (and so far, only) micropub. Set in a row of old stone buildings, this new bar was opened in April 2018, concentrating on the younger crowd, with keg and KeyKeg beers, but no cask ale at present. Small batch spirits, tea an...
Crown Hotel

6 All Saints Place, Stamford, PE9 2AG
(01780) 763136
kneadpubs.co.uk/our-pubs/the-crown-hotel

Solid three storey building in the town centre, with several drinking and eating areas. A mosaic tiled lobby leads to the bar and dining rooms. The bar is decorated in celebration of local rural pursuits. Available for weddings and has conf...
Daniel Lambert

20 St Leonards Street, Stamford, PE9 2HN
(01780) 755991

Originally called the Three Tuns the place was originally set up as a direct result of the 1830 Beer Act, an act that allowed any ratepayer to open a beerhouse. It changed its name in 1876 to the Reindeer before becoming the Daniel Lambert...
Danish Invader

Empingham Road, Stamford, PE9 2SX
(01780) 764409

Large pub built in 1968.
Dolphin

60 East Street, Stamford, PE9 1QD

Locals pub with three small rooms and separate restaurant. Two fireplaces and a piano. Patio area in front of the pub. Two regularly changing guest beers. Food served 12-9 Monday to Saturday. Sunday carvery 12-5. Closed in summer 2013. Now...
Drum & Monkey

67 Casterton Road, Stamford, PE9 2UB

Locals pub, comprising a small, sports-themed bar with TV, pool table and dartboard, and a separate restaurant (converted from the lounge). S15/0580 - Simon Boon Homes Limited. Demolition of Public House and erection of 4 no. properties. A...
Greek Affair

9 St Mary's Street, Stamford, PE9 2DE
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Greek Affair, Stamford
Green Man

29 Scotgate, Stamford, PE9 2YQ
(01780) 753598

Stone built former coaching inn dating from 1796 that features an L-shaped split-level bar. Often has guests from micros plus traditional ciders and perries and a good range of European bottled beers. The secluded patio features a stone mou...
Half Moon

6 St Pauls Street, Stamford, PE9 2EB

Now a Chinese restaurant
Hit Or Miss

7 Foundry Road, Stamford, PE9 2PY

A single roomed stone built pub on the edge of Stamford town. Sells real ales from Batemans including the house beer, Hitter Cask, together with guest beers. Darts, pool, crib and push penny teams. Successful beer festival held in conjuncti...
Hurdler

93 New Cross Street, Stamford, PE9 1AL
(01780) 763428

Lively pub with L-shaped bar, pool table, live sport on big screens, and quieter, comfortable lounge area in corner. Lively music and karaoke sessions at the weekend.
Jolly Brewer

1 Foundry Road, Stamford, PE9 2PP
(01780) 755141
jollybrewerstamford.co.uk/

A locals' pub built of local stone, dating back to 1830 and twice the CAMRA branch Pub of the Year. The Brewer boasts a roomy split-level drinking area with open fires in the winter and a separate dining room. The car park and large patio h...
Keyhole Kate's

1 High Street, St Martins, Stamford, PE9 2LE

Became a nightclub then closed and put up for sale. Now Pizza Express.
Kings Head

19 Maiden Lane, Stamford, PE9 2AZ
(01780) 753510
kingsheadstamford.co.uk

A 19th century stone-built family-run free house of small stature, but big reputation for excellent food and beer, This is a one-roomed house, featuring a wood-burning stove and wooden-beamed ceiling with a quaint sun trap garden to the rea...
Lord Burghley

17-18 Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PG
(01780) 763426

This pub is a conversion of an historic 18th century building, keeping many of the old features and using reclaimed material for the rest. A large, multi-roomed pub with two fireplaces that has six ales on at all times. (Occasionally one Lo...
Mama Liz's

9a North Street, Stamford, PE9 1EL
(01780) 765888
mamaliz.co.uk

Opened in August 2008. Formerly a Thai restaurant. New Orleans style bar on the ground floor serving real ales, American bottled beers, continental lagers and cocktails. Creole and cajun steakhouse called the Soul Food Shack upstairs and li...
Melbourn Bros

22 All Saints Street, Stamford, PE9 2PA
(01780) 752186
allsaintsbrewery.co.uk

Samuel Smith's pub, opened in December 2008 and sells organic fruit beer brewed on site at the Melbourn Bros/All Saints brewery, as well as the usual Samuel Smith's organic beers. Previously used as a storage area for the brewery’s wooden b...
Millstone

All Saints Street, Stamford, PE9 2PA
(01780) 481467

Late 17th century pub which used to be an important station for carriers in the area. Lively bar with several TVs, popular with younger clientele. Beamed ceiling. Large beer garden at rear. Pizza menu available throughout the day. The real...
Northfields

Drift Road, Stamford, PE9 1XA

1930s estate pub. The lively public bar is divided into two areas with TVs, jukebox, dartboard, pool table and internet access. Interesting framed poster on the wall detailing the history of inns and pubs in Stamford until 1978. A quieter r...
Otter's Pocket

20 All Saints Place, Stamford, PE9 2PA

Stone-built town-centre pub with wooden floors in all three bar areas. One area is quiet and the other two served by the long bar have TVs for live sports and there is also a small TV in the gents' toilets. The pub dates back to the 1830s a...
Paten & Co

7 All Saints Place, Stamford, PE9 2AG
(01780) 408647
kneadpubs.co.uk/paten-co

Town centre pub on three floors popular with the younger set. Old building, once called the Marsh Harrier and more recently the Periwig. Re-opened Nov 2017 with a stripped-back, urban, industrial theme. There is an open plan kitchen with a...
Pear Tree

6-8 Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PG

Light and airy bar/bistro; one large room with long, central bar, leather sofas, abstract art on the walls, ceiling fan, pool table. Was called the Lincolnshire Poacher. Live music on Friday nights, DJs on Saturday nights. Two handpumps. Cl...
Punch Bowl

21 Scotgate, Stamford, PE9 2YQ
(01780) 752834

Originally called the Punch Bowl, changed its name to The White Swan in the 1830s, back to The Punch Bowl in 2002 and then The White Swan again. Under new management and back to the Punch Bowl February 2010. Refurbished, one-roomed pub with...
Riverside Bar & Club

St Marys Hill, Stamford, PE9 2DW

Riverside Bar & Club, Stamford
Scotgate

5 Scotgate, Stamford, PE9 2YB
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This former coaching inn has traded under various names including Dr Thirsty's, Harry's Bar and Cromwells. Refurbished and reopened June 2010 as The Scotgate, its original name. Large, multi-roomed, split-level pub. Closed 12 July 2011. Pla...
St Marys Vaults

19 St Marys Street, Stamford, PE9 2DG
(01780) 764305

Former coaching inn converted into a Samuel Smith's pub. Bar/lounge area, separate dining room with bar access and a quiet booth in the corridor under the stairs. Pictures of old Stamford and the surrounding area adorn the walls. Games room...
St Peters Inn

11 St Peters Street, Stamford, PE9 2PQ

Now a private house (since ca 2002)
Stamford Post

7 Sheep Market, Stamford, PE9 2QZ
(01780) 753832
jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/pubs/the-stamfo...

A JD Wetherspoon pub opened in May 2014 in what was up until 2013 the offices for The Stamford Mercury, possibly Britain's oldest continuously published newspaper. The Stamford Post was the newspaper's original name when it was founded in a...
Theatre Lounge Bar & Restaurant

Exchange Hall, Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PX
(01780) 766455

Long bar and restaurant under the Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre on Broad Street. Formerly a bar called the Toreador, which probably took its name from the bull-run which used to take place in the town in medieval times. It was bought by th...
Tobie Norris

12 Saint Pauls Street, Stamford, PE9 2BE
(01780) 753800
kneadpubs.co.uk/our-pubs/the-tobie-norri...

Parts of this stone building date back to circa 1280 and in 1617 it was bought by Tobias "Tobie" Norris and used as a bell foundry. From the 1950s it was used by the RAF Association until converted into a pub in 2005 by Mick Thurlby, for wh...
Victoria

1 Ryhall Road, Stamford, PE9 1UB

Victorian one roomed pub. Was the Parting Pot Inn and changed its name for Queen Victoria's Jubilee in 1886.
William Cecil

St Martins, Stamford, PE9 2LJ
(01780) 750070
thewilliamcecil.co.uk

Formerly Lady Anne's Hotel, the William Cecil reopened in July 2011 after a complete refurbishment. The bar is called The Olympic Bar (formerly the Cricketer's Bar). Pictures of Lord Burghley adorn the walls and there is a large fireplace....