Proclaimed by Sir Walter Scott as “the finest stone town in England”, Stamford was declared a conservation area in 1967. It has more than 600 listed buildings of mellow limestone in the town centre including five medieval churches, all real gems from the 17th and 18th centuries. Stamford is a bustling, prosperous, market town. It has a wide range of shops, hostelries and attractions. So whether the tranquil river walks, fine Georgian buildings or the more modern attractions captivate you, Stamford has something to charm and entertain everyone.

Stamford is recognised as England's finest stone town boasting more than 600 listed 17th and 18th century buildings including medieval churches and the world famous Burghley House which hosts the Burghley Horse Trials each year attracting visitors from all over the world. The historic market town of Stamford in Lincolnshire has been named as the best place to live in the Midlands, according to The Sunday Times. The picturesque Lincolnshire town was described as “architectural eye candy” by judges of The Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide. It was named the best in the country in 2013 and was runner-up in 2017 and in the 2019 poll it was described as: “Still the best-looking town in Britain.” The Award Winning Riverside Apartments from Stamford Stays nestled right in the heart of the town have hosted thousands of guests since 2017 with hundreds of wonderful reviews from visitors from across the UK and overseas, many of whom return again and again for business or leisure (or both!). Centrally located, these provide a perfect home-from-home immersed in heritage with the town literally on the doorstep and he incredible Burghley House and Gardens only a short distance away,...

Proclaimed by Sir Walter Scott as “the finest stone town in England”, Stamford was declared a conservation area in 1967. It has over 600 listed buildings of mellow limestone in the town centre including five medieval churches, all real gems. Stamford is a bustling, prosperous, market town. It has a wide range of shops, hostelries and attractions. So whether the tranquil river walks, fine Georgian buildings or the more modern attractions captivate you, Stamford has something to charm everyone.