Stixwould Priory

Historical Site Ruined medieval priory complex with historic remains

Ruins of a medieval priory near Stixwould, Lincolnshire, mark a former Gilbertine house. Visitors interested in ecclesiastical history and quiet walks examine earthworks, surviving masonry, and churchyard graves.

Stixwould Priory
53.1784, -0.2477

How to Get to Stixwould Priory #

Located in rural Lincolnshire; best reached by car from nearby market towns. The nearest larger towns provide bus connections but last-mile access typically requires a taxi or a walk along country lanes.

Tips for Visiting Stixwould Priory #

  • If visiting the priory ruins, pair the stop with a walk along nearby footpaths to get a sense of the priory's agricultural footprint.
  • Check church or county records online before visiting for exact parcel access; some priory sites sit on private farmland and require care when approaching.

Best Time to Visit Stixwould Priory #

The ruins and rural settings of English priories are most pleasant in late spring through early autumn.

Late spring to early autumn
May-September · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Pleasant conditions for exploring ruins and countryside walks.
Winter (quiet)
December-February · -1-8°C (30-46°F)
Atmospheric but potentially muddy; the site will be quieter.

Weather & Climate near Stixwould Priory #

Climate

Stixwould Priory's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (584 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
15.7h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.7h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 57 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
14.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.3h daylight

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