Boston Stump opens up rarely seen heights with new tower tours

One of Lincolnshire's most recognisable landmarks is giving visitors the chance to see it from a very different angle. St Botolph's Church in Boston, better known across the county as Boston Stump, is now offering new high-level tours that take people into parts of the tower not usually open to the public. For many in Lincolnshire, the Stump is more than a church. It is a familiar feature on the skyline, a point of local pride and one of the county's best-known historic buildings.

The new tours add a fresh layer to that story by opening up areas that are normally out of reach. While the source material gives only limited detail, the appeal is clear. Visitors will be able to go higher into the tower and see sections of the structure that most people never get to experience. That matters in a place like Lincolnshire, where historic buildings are often woven into everyday life.

The Stump has long been a landmark for Boston and the wider area, recognised by residents and visitors alike. Any new way of exploring such a building is likely to draw interest not only from tourists but also from local people who may have passed it countless times without ever seeing what lies above. For Boston, the tours are also another example of how heritage sites can keep people engaged by offering something beyond the usual visit. Churches and historic attractions across Lincolnshire often balance their role as working buildings with the need to welcome the public, and experiences like this can help people connect more closely with the county's past.

The tower itself has an unmistakable presence. Known widely as Boston Stump, St Botolph's Church is one of the most famous parish churches in England and a defining part of the town's identity. Opening up high-level areas not normally accessible gives visitors a chance to appreciate not just the building's scale, but also the craftsmanship and design that have made it such an enduring symbol. There will also be a simple curiosity factor.

Even for those familiar with Boston, the idea of seeing hidden or less-visited parts of the tower is likely to be a strong draw. It offers a rare perspective on a landmark that many Lincolnshire people know well from the ground. At a time when heritage attractions are always looking for new ways to bring in audiences, Boston Stump's latest tours feel firmly rooted in local character. They build on the strength of a site that already means a great deal to the town, while giving people a reason to look up again at one of Lincolnshire's most treasured buildings.

This story was adapted by The Lincoln Post from original reporting by www.bbc.co.uk.