Accommodation, Pubs, Restaurants and Places of Interest in historic town Stamford Lincolnshire

The Georgian town of Stamford was described by Sir Walter Scott as 'the finest scene between London and Edinburgh'. With population of around 18,350, the town has over 600 listed buildings and is edged by the impressive estate of the Elizabethan mansion, Burghley House.

Stamford was the first conservation area to be designated in England and Wales under the Civic Amenities Act 1967. Since then the whole of the old town and St Martins has been made an outstanding area of architectural or historic interest that is of national importance. Therefore there is much interest in its vibrant local history. Situated in the far south of the county, it is a beautiful market town of predominantly stone buildings which retains its medieval street pattern.

The ancient almshouses on Broad Street, now Brownes Hospital museum, were founded in 1842. Gallows still stretch across the High Street St. Martins as a more sinister reminder of the town's past. The imposing 13th century Church of All Saints is one of five historic churches within the town centre. Peaceful parkland beside the River Welland contrasts with busy street markets on Friday and Saturday in the town centre, fortnightly Farmers Markets, as well as quality shops, antique centres, inns and restaurants. Stamford Arts Centre, built in 1766 and one of the oldest provincial theatres in England, is now a thriving focal point for arts events and also houses a cinema and the Tourist Information Centre.