Top Things to do in Boston
What to do and see in Boston, England: The Best Historic Sites
Discover the best top things to do in Boston, United Kingdom including Boston Guildhall, Maud Foster Mill, Pilgrim Fathers Memorial, Hussey Tower, The Beonna At All Saints.
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1. Boston Guildhall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Built in the 1390's this building is a testament to the wealth and influence of the Guild of St Mary at a time when Boston's power as a centre of trade was second only to London. This wonderfully preserved building, with a wealth of original features, has survived the centuries and is to be enjoyed as one of Boston's finest visitor attractions. A wealth of stories, secrets and experiences are told and shared throughout the building including the history of the Guild of St Mary, international trade with the Hanseatic League, Henry VIII dissolve of the Guild, the foundation of the Corporation of Boston and the very famous trial and imprisonment of the Pilgrim Fathers. The Guildhall is also home to the towns museum collection where displays and exhibitions bring life to the stories told, and a stunning venue for civil ceremonies and private functions.
Reviewed By Vonnybag
Well what a find . It looks tiny from the outside but once in it’s like the Tardis. Two floors of history. At the bottom end of the high street. All the areas of interest are in walking distance of each other. Maps available from the tourist information which is located in the hall. Well worth a visit if you are on the area and it’s free admission.
2. Maud Foster Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By mrst148 - Watford, United Kingdom
My husband has always loved windmills and I thought that a week at the Maud Foster mill would tick all the boxes for him. All I can say is that it ticked all the boxes for both of us, as the hosts provided the best self-catering facilities that we have ever experienced. The accommodation was spotlessly clean and very comfortable and there were the little extras provided, such as the loaf baked from the Mill's own flour and the provisions of all the basics (butter, milk, tea, coffee and more) to enable guests to settle in immediately. We were also treated to a private tour round the mill itself, which is, of course, still a working and very active mill. Richard, who showed us round, gave us an interesting insight into the history of the mill and the processes that are gone through to produce the various types of Maud Foster flour and porridge. The Mill is sited close to the centre of Boston with plenty of eating places and pubs within walking distance. For those who like things mechanical the Bubble Car Museum and the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Museum are not far from Boston. Ayscoughfee Hall in Spalding has beautiful gardens and a cafe which serves very good lunches, the Hall itself is not open to the public at present. We had a great time in Boston and can only say what we said to James and Richard, the hosts when we left, which was that we felt as if we had spent a week with friends who had really put themselves out to make sure our stay was the best it could be.
3. Pilgrim Fathers Memorial
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By sellsMiltonKeynes - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Amazing place of history with genuine historical value yet the town feels so intimidating. Rather than being an interesting experience to walk around and view the history, we made a beeline back to our car. Such a shame.
4. Hussey Tower
5. The Beonna At All Saints
Built in 1200, the Beonna at all Saints was a very large church serving the village of Benington, Lincolnshire. Adapted and changed over the years, it closed as a church in 2003. Following the formation of the Benington Community Heritage Trust in 2007, the Trust worked to secure £2.3m from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and other supporters to perform a restoration project to the building. The Beonna at All Saints, as it is now known, is a sensitively restored building and is now the newest heritage, community and events venue in Lincolnshire. From weddings to parties, conferences to community events, the Beonna at all Saints is the ideal venue for any events you have in mind. Bookings are now open and we look forward to welcoming you at the Beonna soon.
