7 miles from Stainton by Langworth Parish

Standing almost in the shadow of Lincoln cathedral, with sweeping views over the ancient city and the countryside beyond.

16 miles from Stainton by Langworth Parish

A deserted medieval village, one of the best-preserved examples in England, clearly visible as a complex of grassy humps and bumps.

16 miles from Stainton by Langworth Parish

Remains of a grammar school for church choristers, founded in the mid-15th century by Ralph, Lord Cromwell, the builder of nearby Tattershall Castle (National Trust).

17 miles from Stainton by Langworth Parish

A little-known gem, Gainsborough Old Hall is among the best-preserved medieval manor houses in England. Partly brick and timber-framed, and mainly later 15th century with Elizabethan additions.

20 miles from Stainton by Langworth Parish

The remains of a 13th-century hexagonal castle, birthplace in 1367 of the future King Henry IV, with adjacent earthworks. Besieged and taken by Cromwell's Parliamentarians in 1643.

24 miles from Stainton by Langworth Parish

The remains, mainly the 13th century refectory and kitchen, of a small monastery for just six Gilbertine canons - the only wholly English monastic order.