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About Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire may be well known for its level fields and thriving agriculture, but stereotypes aside, visitors are always amazed by the county’s rich variety of things to do and places to visit. Lincolnshire, situated on the East Coast, is England's fourth largest county, encompassing coastal resorts, fen lands, vales and Wolds.

Lincolnshire holds a wealth of heritage sites, seaside resorts and unspoiled countryside in which to relax. It has historical market towns with regular farmers markets and continental markets, as well as the famous Lincoln Christmas Market which brings in 150,000 visitors to Lincoln. There’s also plenty of fun for the family, from ghost walks, to kayaking and canoeing and cycling in the countryside.

Further afield on the coast, there are many beaches for all year round fun. The Fens area is well known for its traditional villages offering wonderful views, attractive country pubs and traditional events which welcome all visitors. Lincolnshire was also chosen as one of the settings for the filming of The Da Vinci Code, The Young Victoria and the latest BBC adaptation of Jane Eyre.

Lincoln

The historic city of Lincoln with a population of over 85,500 has many historic attractions and is also a spirited city with a growing university culture and restaurant scene. The triple towered cathedral dominates the city and is surrounded by medieval buildings. The Norman Castle (begun in 1068 by William the Conqueror), holds events in the summer.

Photgraph of Lincoln Cathedral To sample Lincoln’s city life, head to the heart of it by visiting the High Street and the Brayford waterfront. Whether you want a pub lunch, traditional British food or something more exotic, Lincoln’s cuisine offers a diverse range of options. For shopping, through the cobbled streets, you will find the High Street, which along with the Waterside and St Marks shopping centres offers you all the big names.

The renowned Lincoln Christmas Market, inspired by the city's link with Neustadt an der Weinstrasse (one of three twinning partners), celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2006. The market features local and continental stalls, as well as a Victorian funfair. The floodlit cathedral forms a stunning backdrop to this annual event.

Boston

Boston is situated near the south-east coast of Lincolnshire, where the River Witham becomes the Haven on its short journey to The Wash. The town has a population of around 35,400 and is approximately 120 miles directly north of London and 32 miles south-east of Lincoln.

Boston is an historic and attractive market town which is dominated by the 14th-century St Botolph's Church whose 271ft high tower is a landmark for miles around. There is a great deal of modern development being attracted into the town, which is a busy commercial and retail centre, and it is undergoing ongoing development as a tourist destination.

Photgraph of Boston Town

Boston offers a range of entertainment, with the multiplex cinema, Boston Bowl and Indoor Activity Centre for children as well as a variety of musical and theatrical entertainment. Boston also provides a unique retail experience with shopping lanes such as Dolphin Lane, Emery Lane and Pen Street. Boston also has one of the largest markets in Lincolnshire, providing over 170 stalls on a Wednesday and 150 stalls on a Saturday. Local farmers’ markets, held every third Wednesday of the month, offer a true taste of Lincolnshire through a range of local produce. Occasionally Boston hosts continental European market days to showcase the cosmopolitan port feel that Boston has held for centuries. Boston’s traditions, heritage and open space offer something for everyone.

Boston has major road links via the A16 (Grimsby, Peterborough), the A17 (Kings Lynn, Newark) or the A52 (Nottingham) and the A1 and M1 motorways are within easy reach. Trains to the main East Coast lines at Grantham also connect Boston to the rest of the country.

Grantham

Grantham, with its population of about 35,000 stands on the River Witham in south west Lincolnshire within the South Kesteven District area. The town has a history of engineering, now augmented by light industry, health, public service and agriculture.

Grantham is an ancient and attractive red-brick market town, with the 281ft high spire of St Wulfram's Church one of its dominating features. Grantham's historical strategic significance is most widely known as the birthplace of Margaret Thatcher, Britain's first female prime minister. The town centre features major retail outlets, two indoor shopping centres - The Isaac Newton Centre and George Centre - centrally placed supermarkets, giftware, clothing, antiques, bookshops and much more, plus a wide choice of public houses and places to eat together with a wide range of visitor accommodation. Market day is Saturday and regular farmers' markets with local producers selling organic and fresh goods take place on the second Saturday of each month.

There are good transport links - London is only an hour away by rail, the A1 road provides good north/south links and the A52 road links the town to Nottingham and Leicester and the rest of the East Midlands.