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As though forgotten by time, the town of Stamford stands in the southern part of Kesteven, Lincolnshire, surrounded by its own historical, religious and architectural wonder. Alone in its magnificence, it unfolds as a series of winding roads, lined with buildings of local stone, mainly of the Medieval and Georgian periods, appearing to await the nobility and highwaymen, as was its custom in bygone years.
Declared as a conservation area in 1967, and proclaimed as “the finest stone town in England” Stamford does not fail in providing a present day view of its glorious past. With the spires and churches appearing around every corner it reveals something of the importance Stamford held as a religious centre.
The facades of commercial outlets remain ornate and decorative, whilst offering modern services and facilities with a good old-fashioned hospitality. Winding its way through the town, the River Welland provides scenic views across the Meadows – and of the centre itself, before flowing past the centre of Burghley House. This grand Elizabethan mansion, with its landscaped gardens and extensive grounds, edge part of Stamford and is the finest example of how natural and man-made beauty acts as one in this remarkable town.
The preservation of the natural environment around Stamford can be seen at the following reserves.
Dale Wood – Thurlby, consists mainly of oak, ash, field maple, and wych elm. Ground flora includes bluebell, wood anemone, wood sorrel, sage and sweet woodruff. Birds nesting on the reserve are the spotted woodpecker, blackcap, willow warbler and spotted flycatcher. Great Casterton Road Banks is renowned for its limestone flowers, such as wild thyme, and unusual plants of sulphur clover and perennial flax.
There’s plenty to do in and around Stamford, including a pleasure pool with wave machine, 40-metre figure of eight water flume, an air bubbler and 2-metre high water mushroom. The Stamford Arts Centre operates a full programme of events throughout the year. The theatre seats 166 people and also has function rooms and a visual arts gallery. From June To August the Stamford Shakespeare Company, an award winning company enacting the great plays of Shakespeare, performs in the open-air theatre of Tolethorpe Hall.
For those who enjoy walking, there are 5 trails around Stamford including the Georgian, Victorian and Chimney trail. Longer rambles through the meadows and countryside are also available from the Tourist Information Centre.
The 200-acre water resort of Tallington Lakes, offers various watersports, including windsurfing, jet-skiing, dinghy sailing and water-skiing. For the Golfer there are numerous golf courses around the area including, Burghley Park Golf Club, Rutland Country Golf Club and Toft Golf Course.
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