'Or you a proper yellerbelly or one of the frim foak?' - Local Saying
Lincoln
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For miles around, the imposing figure of The Lincoln Cathedral can be seen, but nothing can prepare you for the enormous beauty that greets you as you climb the famous cobbled ‘Steep Hill’. As you make your way up past all of the quirky shops selling art, crafts, fudges and an assortment of curio, the draw of the imposing building spurs you on.
The effort it takes to climb is rewarded by the Cathedral, Court and Quarter. There are many, many historic sites still remaining on the hill and in use today. Find 'The Mayor’s Chair', or the charming, half timbered Harlequin Inn, now a book shop. Follow ‘The Strait’ from Steep Hill, another area full of fascinating history. Make it to the top and take a horse drawn carriage ride. Lincoln is a vibrant, ancient, bustling city that deserves multiple visits. Be sure to put it at the top of your places to visit list. |
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Woodhall Spa
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Woodhall Spa is a former spa town on the southern edge of the Lincolnshire wolds. It is well known for its 'Kinema In The Woods', an old fashioned cinema that, at half time, has the organ come up from the floor! It is played whilst the lady brings out the ice creams. Magical.
There is also an outside Lido and café, The main street is lined with cafes, ice cream shops, restaurants and is home to Britain's smallest shoe shop! Every July Woodhall Spa also hosts a festival of all things 1940s! Wartime outfits, vehicles and memorabilia fill the streets for three days. Woodhall is steeped in the memory of important events from World War 2 and this is a wonderful way to commemorate. |
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Horncastle
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This quintessentially English market town is brimming with a great selection of antique shops, galleries, award winning coffee houses and restaurants and cosy traditional pubs. There are also a growing number of artisan shops offering unique clothing and gifts.
Originating from Roman times, and claimed in the Domesday Book of 1086 to be owned by King William, Horncastle is steeped in heritage and history. With its cobbled streets, thatched houses and 18th and 19th century architecture the town is a gem to explore. |
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Louth
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A rural market town, Louth has the beautiful St James’s Church, with the tallest spire of any medieval parish church in the country. It's a magnificent building, dating right back to the 15th century.
Hailed by TV Chef’s The Hairy Bikers as a “food mecca”, Louth is one of the UK’s best-loved foodie hot-spots. Go visit the bustling weekly markets and sample some of Lincolnshire’s finest produce, selling everything from local speciality cheeses through to Lincolnshire Plum Loaf. Just beyond the town lies Hubbards Hills, a steep-sided chalk valley; perfect for walking or an ideal spot for a picnic. |
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Market Rasen
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Market Rasen is a bustling market town standing on the western edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds and is famous for having the only racecourse in Lincolnshire.
Originally the market took place on Sundays but was moved to Tuesdays in the early 13th century. Over the years it has seen a wide assortment of goods bought and sold, such as cattle, arable crops, grain, coal, fertiliser and salt. It is still an integral part of the town with all sorts of bargains up for grabs including an auction that takes place every week. |
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