7 miles from Thorpe on the Hill Parish

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

15 miles from Thorpe on the Hill Parish

The best-preserved remains of a Cistercian abbey west cloister range in England, dating mainly from about 1170. Incorporated into part of a 17th century and later mansion, set in Rufford Country Park.

16 miles from Thorpe on the Hill 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.

19 miles from Thorpe on the Hill 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.

20 miles from Thorpe on the Hill 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).

23 miles from Thorpe on the Hill Parish

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