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    The Herb Lyceum at Gilson's

    4.0 (52 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Just had the pleasure of attending a wedding there. Location was beautiful. Facility was…read moreimmaculate. Staff were spectacular. 10 stars !!!

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    The Barn at Gibbet Hill - The grounds behind the Barn

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    1.2 mi

    AN ABSOLUTELY MUST DO! A FREE EVENT & FREE PARKING! It's Time to jump into The TimeMobile & scour…read morethe Earth & take you to places from a different time that you won't believe still exist! We have set the dial to 1906 in the town of Groton MA. Located about an hour outside of Boston & perched on top of Gibbet Hill in Groton, are the cryptic ruins of The Bancroft Castle. Many people think that you have to jump the pond & go to Europe & other continents to see castles. Not True. Here in America we have many castles; ironically they just aren't being promoted. This is one of the Secret Hidden Gems of America that most people have never heard about or been to before. THE HISTORY: In 1906 General William Bancroft constructed his castle on top of Gibbet Hill in Groton, Massachusetts. This place was a gift for his wife. It was originally intended to be a bungalow & more additions were going to be added to create a large castle. Unfortunately he didn't have the funds to complete his vision. In 1918 it became a sanitarium & in the 1930's the bungalow became an entertainment venue. On July 4 1932 the fireworks celebration went haywire & the bungalow caught fire. All that remained were the exterior stone walls. Since 2000, The Castle & it's trails became a protected open space for the city of Groton & open to the public. Great News for us! There is free street parking below the Castle on Lowell St . There is NO PARKING from DUSK TO DAWN otherwise you can Park there. There is also a sign with a notice that this is a Tick area. Take all precautions with DEET or other spray, long sleeve shirts & tucking pants into socks & shaking out of clothes etc. You can visit https://www.mass.gov/info-details/tick-borne-disease-prevention for the latest tick guidelines. Also just stay on the main cleared path & with precautions & spray you should be Fine. I wouldn't picnic here because of the ticks even though it's a beautiful spot. It's only a short walk up the hill to The Bancroft Castle. IT'S BEAUTIFUL! You will see meadows, trees, green grass, a beautiful Castle & a white structure in the distance. You can get right up close to the stone structure of Bancroft Castle. It offers a clear open window to the natural setting on all its sides & above too. After your exploring adventure, come on down the hill & it's only a few minutes drive to see that white building. It is The First Parish Meeting House built in 1755 in Groton. Happy Traveling. AND IT'S ALL FREE! It used to be, you had to have Mega Bucks & be really Rich to have the Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like a King on a Limited Budget!

    Cool little structure to check out if you find yourself in Groton. Easy hike from main road- May…read moreeven see skins wild turkeys and cows

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    Bancroft's Castle - The Interior of the cryptic stone remains of the Beautiful Bancroft Castle in Groton MA. built in 1906. A FREE EVENT & FREE PARKING

    The Interior of the cryptic stone remains of the Beautiful Bancroft Castle in Groton MA. built in 1906. A FREE EVENT & FREE PARKING

    Bancroft's Castle - The cryptic stone remains of the Beautiful Bancroft Castle in Groton MA. built in 1906. A FREE EVENT & FREE PARKING

    The cryptic stone remains of the Beautiful Bancroft Castle in Groton MA. built in 1906. A FREE EVENT & FREE PARKING

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    It's just a short drive to The First Parish Meeting House after you leave The Bancroft Castle in Groton MA. A FREE EVENT & FREE PARKING!

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