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About Helpringham
One of the most enduring features of the Fens are its windmills and its soaring church spires. The dramatic spire of ashlar-faced St. Andrew's Church of the 13th century cuts a fine sight towering above the village of Helpringham in an impressive rural landscape. The church is of surprising proportions, with glorious arches and magnificent stained glass. Of its many treasures its font is perhaps the most important, this dates from around C1200, is circular in shape with plain arcading to three sides with the remainder being covered by what is possibly the tree of life. Throughout the centuries St.Andrew's has been left to remain in a state of almost original splendour, the purity of its architecture and adornment are largely due to Richard de Pottesgrave who became rector in 1309, he was also chaplain and confessor to King Edward II. Opposite the church is a War Memorial to those who lived in Helpringham and died during the 20th century World Wars.
The eight sailed windmill at Heckington is well worth a visit, this is the only eight sailed working windmill in England. It covers four floors, all of which are open to public view for a small charge.
Closer to Sleaford on the banks of the River Slea visitors will find picturesque Cogglesford Mill where flour has been produced for over a 1000 years. The mill, in its "Constable" setting has a fascinating history, for apart from milling the building also provided a meeting place for country traders and farmers for many centuries.
Helpringham is a richly rewarding walking area, with walks around old villages and waterside walks giving visitors a lovely glimpse of the regions natural wildlife and variety of scenery. There are regular watering holes, especially the Nags Head which sits serenely at the side of the lovely village green. Helpringham's High Street is pleasant, with a nice mix of sedate properties making it a pleasing place to stroll while deciding which part of the Lincolnshire fens to visit next.
This village is a short distance from the drain known as the South Forty Foot Drain, it is within easy reach of both Sleaford and Boston, and for tourists wishing to travel a little further there is the lovely waterway of the River Welland.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
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Recommended attractions near Helpringham
| Cogglesford Mill | (5.2 miles, 8.3 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Tattershall Castle | (11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Grimsthorpe Castle | (12.7 miles, 20.4 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Belton House | (13.2 miles, 21.2 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Grantham House | (14.3 miles, 23.0 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Bainland Country Park | (14.3 miles, 23.0 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Freiston Shore Nature Reserve | (16.1 miles, 25.9 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Woolsthorpe Manor | (16.9 miles, 27.2 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Tupholme Abbey | (17.3 miles, 27.8 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre | (18.2 miles, 29.3 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Bolingbroke Castle | (20.0 miles, 32.1 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Crowland Abbey | (20.1 miles, 32.3 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Belvoir Castle | (20.3 miles, 32.6 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Whisby Natural Park | (21.3 miles, 34.2 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| The Butterfly & Wildlife Park | (21.3 miles, 34.3 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
All attractions in HelpringhamAll attractions in LincolnshireComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Helpringham
Gosberton, in the county of Lincolnshire (8.2 miles, 13.1 km, direction SE)
This old village sits inland from the Wash just above the point where the River Welland enters into the open sea.
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Cranwell, in the county of Lincolnshire (8.7 miles, 14.1 km, direction NW)
Cranwell is best known as the home of the Royal Airforce College which became the first military air academy in the world when it opened its doors to would be fliers in 1920.
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Digby, in the county of Lincolnshire (9.6 miles, 15.4 km, direction NW)
This is a tranquil village set in a lovely rural location in the vale of the Digby Beck watercourse.
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Rowston, in the county of Lincolnshire (10.4 miles, 16.8 km, direction N)
The village of Rowston is perhaps best known for its historic church. The church, dedicated to St.Clement has church records dating back to 1566.
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Boston, in the county of Lincolnshire (11.7 miles, 18.9 km, direction E)
This is the town in which the Pilgrim Fathers were imprisoned in the year 1607 following their first attempt to escape to America and the cells which held them can still be seen in the 15th-century Guildhall.
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Frithville, in the county of Lincolnshire (12.6 miles, 20.3 km, direction NE)
This is another pleasant "Fen" village. It lies on drained land close to the town of Boston and not far away from the famous Sibsey Trader Windmill.
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Blankney, in the county of Lincolnshire (13.0 miles, 20.9 km, direction N)
This is a small well kept "estate" village which was built around the great estate of Blankney Hall, the estates of which have existed since the time of William the Conqueror.
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Spalding, in the county of Lincolnshire (13.2 miles, 21.2 km, direction SE)
In springtime, the town of Spalding, in it's favoured position on the banks of the River Welland becomes a riot of blazing colour as tulips, daffodils and other glorious spring flowers come into bloom.
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Belton, in the county of Lincolnshire (13.2 miles, 21.2 km, direction W)
The popular village of Belton lying north of Grantham is home to magnificent Belton House. It is also a typical "Estate" village which perfectly epitomises all the values of English country life.
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Metheringham, in the county of Lincolnshire (13.8 miles, 22.1 km, direction N)
Metheringham is an old Lincolnshire village with a history stretching back to the Doomsday Book of 1086.
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Carrington, in the county of Lincolnshire (14.0 miles, 22.6 km, direction NE)
This is a tranquil village perfectly placed for exploring the beauty of the Lincolnshire countryside.
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Woodhall Spa, in the county of Lincolnshire (14.3 miles, 23.0 km, direction N)
It is sited on heathland, surrounded by lovely woodland and as its name suggests is based beside spa waters which made the town notable in the 19th century when it was fashionable as an inland resort town.
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Grantham, in the county of Lincolnshire (14.5 miles, 23.3 km, direction W)
This delightful town, set on the River Witham in a spacious agricultural region is noted for many historic factors but more latterly as the birthplace of Britains first woman Primne Minister - Margaret Thatcher was born here in 1925 and she became Prime Minister in 1979.
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Moulton, in the county of Lincolnshire (14.5 miles, 23.3 km, direction SE)
Set in the heart of the famously beautiful fenlands of Lincolnshire is the pleasant town of Moulton.
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Sibsey, in the county of Lincolnshire (14.5 miles, 23.4 km, direction NE)
The village has two windmills, one, a popular tourist attraction is the well preserved Trader Windmill with 6 sails, now fully restored to excellent working order.
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All towns in LincolnshireComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Heckington Station | (1.8 miles, 3.0 km, direction N) |
| Swineshead Station | (5.1 miles, 8.2 km, direction E) |
| A1(M) Junction 17 | (28.7 miles, 46.1 km, direction S) |
| A1(M) Junction 17 | (28.8 miles, 46.3 km, direction S) |
| Humberside International Airport | (43.5 miles, 70.0 km, direction N) |
| East Midlands Airport | (43.7 miles, 70.3 km, direction W) |
| Helpringham to London | (100.0 miles, 161.0 km, direction S) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Helpringham
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Helpringham center |
| Lincolnshire Oak Hotel | (5.4 miles, 8.7 km, direction NW) |
| Comfort Inn Boston | (6.3 miles, 10.1 km, direction E) |
| Old Coach House Motel | (7.5 miles, 12.0 km, direction N) |
| Byards Leap Lodge | (10.8 miles, 17.3 km, direction NW) |
| White Hart Hotel | (11.8 miles, 19.0 km, direction E) |
| The New England Hotel | (12.0 miles, 19.3 km, direction E) |
| Belton Woods | (13.5 miles, 21.8 km, direction W) |
| George Hotel | (13.7 miles, 22.1 km, direction NW) |
| The Angel And Royal Hotel | (14.4 miles, 23.2 km, direction W) |
| Woodhall Spa Hotel | (14.4 miles, 23.2 km, direction N) |
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