Accessible attractions in Lincolnshire
There are many attractions around the country but very few advertise their accessibility, even in their brochures. We think these attractions will help you plan your holiday around Boston in advance.
Guests are advised to check that any special needs can be accommodated by the attraction before their visit. Boston and The Fens in general have a big advantage over many areas in the UK because the terrain is predominantly flat. With hardly any hills a wheelchair user, a carer or the less mobile guest will find travelling much easier!
If you have any further suggestions of attractions with disabled facilities we would be pleased to add them to this page.
- Boston Stump / St Botolph's Church
(PE21 6NQ - 3 miles)
Boston Stump is listed among the top 18 churches in Simon Jenkins' book 'England's Thousand Best Churches'. It is one of the largest parish churches in England, with its tower it is the highest of any parish church. Limited wheelchair access is available but ask in the coffee shop for assistance. Boston Stump does not have an accessible toilet.
- The Haven Gallery / The Guildhall
(PE21 6HU - 3 miles)
The gallery plays host to Boston artists past and present with diverse exhibitions of many different subjects and styles of work from the Boston Art Group. The Art Express Zone provides a variety of art activities to inspire the next generation of artists. All areas fully wheelchair accessible with accessible toilets on the ground floor.
- Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre
(LN4 4SY - 11 miles)
The centre is located on an operational RAF airfield at RAF Coningsby; it operates the only airworthy Lancaster in Britain, and in addition there are five Spitfires, two Hurricanes, a Dakota and two Chipmunks. Usually closed at weekends and public holidays. Wheelchair access and disabled toilet available.
- Tattershall Farm Park
(LN4 4JR - 13 miles)
Children and adults will enjoy a visit to the 'all weather' Tattershall Farm Park where you can meet the animals and enjoy the outdoor playground, cafe, gift shop together with a three storey indoor adventure play barn. Wheelchair access is available to most areas except the play barn.
- Cogglesford Watermill
(NG34 7EQ - 13 miles)
A fully restored and working watermill on the bank of the River Slea. The mill has an interesting history and probably originated as an Anglo Saxon estate mill. Parts of the present building can be dated back to the 17th century. Special working days and events are held throughout the year. Clicking the link will open a website which gives current opening times. Disabled access to ground floor only. Adapted toilet for disabled use.
- Springfields Outlet Shopping & Festival Gardens
(PE12 6EU - 16 miles)
Over 40 acres of quality shopping, festival gardens and childrens attractions with a Festival Garden Centre, restaurant, mini golf, family pub and the Fenscape interactive historical museum showing the history and heritage of The Fens. Showcase gardens designed by Charlie Dimmock, Chris Beardshaw, Kim Wilde and Stephen Woodhams. Wheelchair access over the whole site with free wheelchair hire and disabled toilets.
- Moulton Windmill
(PE12 6QB - 16 miles)
Situated in the pretty conservation village of Moulton, this is the tallest windmill in England. Originally built in 1822 the sails blew off in a freak gale in 1894. CCTV links to all floors, disabled lifts to the Interpretation centre, disabled toilets, tearooms, baby changing, car parking to the side of the Mill and a souvenier shop.
- Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, East Kirkby
(PE23 4DE - 16 miles)
This heritage centre is home to the Lancaster 'Just Jane' one of only four Lancasters remaining in the UK, and this is one of only three in the world that can move under its own power (taxi rides available in the Summer). Further exhibits at the centre include aircraft Hangars, original Barnes Wallis Bouncing Bomb, military vehicles, a NAAFI, a Station Chapel, a Control Tower and an Escape Museum. Closed on Sundays. Wheelchair access to most of the site including the coffee shop and disabled toilet. A few upstairs areas not accessible.
- The Butterfly & Wildlife Park
(PE12 9LE - 21 miles)
The Butterfly and Wildlife Park at Long Sutton, set in the heart of the fens, is a great day out for all the family. A walk-through tropical house where you can see hundreds of colourful butterflies flying around you is one of many attractions on their site. We have been told that the park has wheelchair access with disabled toilet facilities.
- The Northcote Heavy Horse Centre
(PE23 5PS - 23 miles)
All funds raised from visitors are used for the care of the horses which is a sanctuary for handicapped and retired horses. Heavy Horse Dray rides are available after lunch on most working days. It is also home to the Lincolnshire Equestrian Vaulting Team and vaulting lessons are available for both adults and children. As the site is level wheelchair access is available to all parts of the centre. Disabled toilets also available.
- Church Farm Museum
(PE25 2HF - 25 miles)
Find out about our shared agricultural heritage at Lincolnshire's only open air museum. Activities include Victorian Christmas, steam threshing, craft demonstrations, home cooking, murder mystery events and vintage vehicle shows. Shop, Tea Room, groundfloor of the house and most of the site is accessible with a disabled toilet. Upstairs areas not wheelchair accessible.
- The Collection
(LN2 1LP - 31 miles)
The Collection brings together Lincoln's new museum and the Usher Gallery in one free to enter attraction. The museum now holds a wealth of artefacts from the Stone Age through the Roman and Viking periods to the Medieval period. The gallery contains fine and decorative art including paintings by Turner, Lowry and DeWint. Coffee bar, shop, and the whole site is accessible with disabled toilets.
- Lincoln Castle
(LN1 3AA - 32 miles)
By Norman times, Lincoln was the 3rd city of the realm in terms of prosperity and importance. In 1068, two years after the Battle of Hastings, William the Conqueror began building Lincoln Castle. Many original features still remain and the wall walks provide visitors with superb views of the cathedral, the city of Lincoln and the surrounding countryside. The prison in now open to the public all year round. Coffee bar, shop and wheelchair accessible with disabled toilet facilities.
