Overview
Grantham is a small Lincolnshire market town worth a brief stop for its monumental 6th-highest church spire in England and its unexpected roster of famous former residents. The town sits on the A1 corridor between London and Edinburgh, making it a practical overnight or lunch stop for road travellers.
Architecture · Day Trips · Family Travel · History · Museums
Before you go
Connectivity
4G available from all UK carriers; 5G from EE and O2 in town centre as of Nov 2022. Free WiFi in cafés and at the train station.
History
Grantham is noted for St Wulfram's Church (6th highest spire in England) and as the birthplace area of Sir Isaac Newton.
Money
GBP (£) is the local currency. ATMs are available on High Street and near the railway station. Most businesses accept contactless card payments.
Safety
Grantham is a generally safe small English town. Standard urban precautions apply in the town centre at night.
Transport
Grantham railway station connects to London King's Cross (1 hour via Hull Trains) and Edinburgh on the East Coast Main Line. The town sits on the A1 trunk road.