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FANTASY ISLAND Sea Lane, Ingoldmells, Skegness, Lincolnshire. PE25 1RH Tel: 01754 615 860 Fantasy Island is Britain's first themed indoor family resort and amusement park. It is located in Ingoldmells near Skegness on the East Coast of England. A magical world of fun, thrills and experiences for all the family. Highly acclaimed, the Magical World of Fantasy Island is a GREAT DAY OUT and HOLIDAY DESTINATION that appeals to all ages. Visitors will find an endless array of things to include on the 'most to do' list - white knuckle thrills, roller coasters, water rides, plus much enjoyed favorites along with excitement for young children. CHURCH FARM MUSEUMChurch Road South Skegness Lincolnshire PE25 2HF Tel: +44 (0)1754 766 658 Take a relaxed stroll and go back in time. Discover the friendly and tranquil atmosphere of this traditional Lincolnshire Farm Museum. Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary
Southern Promenade Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary is unique in playing a vital role in the rescue, rehabilitation and eventual release back into the wild of many abandoned seal pups. It offers visitors the opportunity to discover how the work is carried out with the seals and a chance to view over 30 fascinating and varied marine environments. RSPB Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve
Main Road Situated on the breathtaking north Norfolk coast, Titchwell Marsh is one of the RSPB's most popular reserves. With something for everyone, Titchwell caters for beginners through to seasoned birdwatchers on the lookout for a rarity. Hundreds of thousands of naturally migrating birds pass through the marsh in spring and autumn each year. Many species spend winter here, giving you an amazing opportunity to see varieties of ducks, waders, seabirds and geese. In spring/summer, Titchwell is home to the Avocet; Seen on the RSPB badge, this rare wader has nested on the lagoons annually since 1984. Bircham Windmill (24 miles)
Great Bircham Standing in the heart of Norfolk's undulating fields, the windmill has been preserved to look the same as it did in the 19th century. In that era 300 mills ground the corn for horse and cattle feed, also bread making in Norfolk. Now precious few are left and Bircham Mill is perhaps the best remaining example and the only working windmill in the area open to the public. Burgh le Marsh
Burgh le Marsh is a delightful small town 5 miles from Skegness, affectionately regarded by its residents as "The Village". Burgh le Marsh was granted town status in King Henry IV's royal charter of 1401 and the 600th anniversary was celebrated on 1st May 2004. Chapel St. Leonard'sChapel St. Leonard's is a charming seaside village resort which boasts some of the finest beaches seen on the East Coast. SkegnessSkegness is situated on the northern side of the Wash, one hour’s drive from the city of Lincoln and close to the picturesque countryside of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Skegness has been one of Britain's most popular holiday resorts for over a century and continues to draw thousands to the area every year. The shopping on the high street is excellent, not to mention the numerous local attractions including Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve and Skegness Pier and beach. As with most of Britain’s seaside resorts, Skegness grew initially from a modest fishing village into a Victorian watering-place within a few years of the completion of the railway. The Earl of Scarborough who was the leading land-owner of the area, helped in bringing the railway to Skegness in 1872. Four years later he was involved in forming the Skegness Pier Company, with the intention of providing the town with a spacious and modern promenade pier. Natureland Seal Sanctuary
North Parade, Skegness, Lincolnshire, PE25 1DB Adults-£6.50 (April - Oct inclusive) Our "Blue Lagoon" restaurant is open selling hot and cold meals, drinks, sandwiches, ice creams, sweets. Off-season (Nov - March) Hot and cold drinks and sweets are available. Be it feeding our pets in the children's corner or watching the beautiful Coral Fish and Tropical Butterflies, we strive for a high level of entertainment at Natureland. One of the most popular elements is feeding time for the seals and penguins. We are a favourite venue for organised party visits and have years of experience working with schools, guides and scout groups. Every effort is made to balance entertainment with education and open the minds of our young visitors by experiencing new ideas in nature. We give out information at every feeding time, plus there is a comprehensive labelling program throughout the whole collection. Natureland can be found at the northern end of Skegness seafront next to the Suncastle and the bowling greens. Skegness Pier and beach
UK Piers Ltd. Work on Skegness pier began in 1880, and by Whit-Saturday 4th June 1881, the pier was officially open amid great ceremony hosted by the Duke of Edinburgh. Skegness Pier soon proved to be a very popular attraction, and over 20,000 people walked its deck one day in August 1889. The pier-head saloon was extended in 1898 and over the years the pier suffered many fires and its fair share of wear and tear. Sadly, on 11th January 1978, the old pier along with other piers at Margate, Herne Bay and Hunstanton, was fatally damaged by a northerly gale with huge spring tides. A £5m development plan to rebuild 100 metres of the pier incorporating a new pier head is now completed and holiday-makers and residents can again stroll down it and enjoy the wonderful views along miles of sandy beach. During the summer months, the deck plays host to a variety of traditional seaside attractions like Hook-A-Duck and children's Carousel, the Big Slide and Bungee Trampoline. Willow farm shop
Hogsthorpe Willows Farm offers you great quality fruit straight from the field, always fresh and tasty. We are a family farm, growing 1000 acres of crops and specialising in soft fruit. We have a 10 acre Pick Your Own site and fresh farm shop open from the end of May until early September, near Skegness. Lincoln
Population: 81,100 The city of Lincoln, administrative centre for the county of Lincolnshire, is situated 141 miles north of London and 17 miles north-east of Newark-on-Trent. Lincoln is dominated by the magnificent Cathedral, third largest in the country after St.Pauls in London and York Minster. It stands on top of Lincoln edge and suggests a proud and prestigious heritage. With a superb heritage to preserve, Lincoln in 2009 is also a thriving and progressive city. Recent additions such as the Lincoln University building have attracted numbers of young people to populate the city and give Lincoln new vitality. As you would expect there are excellent shopping areas, entertainment and leisure facilities available. Its name in ancient Britain was Lindon meaning pool ('lin') at the foot of the hill ('don'), after the location of the first settlement by Brayford Pool. The Romans arrived and latinized the name to Lindum, and as the strategic significance of Lincoln faded, the city became increasingly established as a retirement settlement for legionnaires. Its status increased and the town’s name was modified to Lindum Colonia. It is referred to in the 1086 Domesday Book as 'Civitas Lincolia', from which the current title 'City of Lincoln' derives. AttractionsAubourn Hall
Aubourn, near Lincoln July-August: Wednesday 2pm to 5pm A stunningly beautiful 16th-century house designed by architect James Smythson. Set in over three acres of superb gardens, the interior features a majestic oak carved staircase and panelled rooms. Bishops place
Minster Yard, Lincoln
Nominal charge, English Heritage Members FREE Located near to the grand Cathedral, are the remains of the Medieval Palace of the Bishops of Lincoln, where building begun around 1163. It was later rebuilt at the end of the 12th century and the ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The grounds, interestingly, are home to one of Europe's most northerly vineyards. Bransby Home of Rest for HorsesBransby, Saxilby, Lincoln LN1 2PH Open: Daily all year FREE (donations welcome) Bransby Rest Home for Horses is located approximately 8 miles from Lincoln between the villages of Saxilby and Sturton by Stow and cares for 250+ rescued horses, ponies and donkeys. The Bransby Home was formed in 1968 with the aim of rescuing horses in danger. At that time many Dartmoor foals were being trailed round to markets in the Midlands. Bransby Home is a Registered Charity kept going entirely by public donations. It now owns over 400 acres of land, the hay which is grown on the land provides for winter feeding. The charity owns 4 yards including a historic Victorian farmyard dating from 1858, built by Thomas Spencer who later moved to America where he founded a sweet factory. RAF Waddington Viewing Areawww.raf-waddington.com/visitors.htm A purpose built area at the north end of the runway which treats visitors to stunning views of the aircraft at RAF Waddington taking off and in flight. Please be extra careful with taking your rubbish home so that nothing gets blown onto the airfield as it can pose a serious threat to flight safety. Please note we cannot guarantee that any aircraft will operate on any given day or time and we ask that you do not park and obstruct the crash gate to the West of the RAF site. Louth
Population: 14,200 Louth is located on the River Lud, in the county of Lincolnshire, 148 miles north of London and 16 miles south of Grimsby on the A16. The town with a population of approximately 14,200 is within the East Lindsey District of Lincolnshire, covering an area of around 600 square miles. The historic capital of the Wolds, nestled at its eastern edge, a busy market town with a maze of narrow streets and Georgian and early-Victorian architecture as a predominant feature. The town is home to notable historic buildings including the 15th-century St.James' Church whose 295ft high spire is the tallest in England, dominating the skyline. A recent industrial estate development to the south of the town caters for new industries. The economy was traditionally based upon agriculture with the town known for one of the busiest cattle markets in Lincolnshire with agriculture remaining an important employer. The name Louth derives from the Old English 'Hlud' meaning 'loud or noisy' referring to the fast flowing river on which the town it stands. Since 1884 the Greenwich Meridian has been the line from which world time and longitude are measured. The line links Louth to villages, towns and cities in France, Spain, Algeria, Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo and Ghana. Hundreds move between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres everyday in the town's busy eastgate shopping area. A plaque installed in 1948 marks the point where the line crosses the street. Louth Museum
4 Broadbank, Louth Museum was built in 1910 by the Louth Naturalists' Antiquarian and Literary Society. Still run by them today, it has recently reopened following a £660,000 Refurbishment and extension to the premises. The Ludalinks Gallery interprets the geology of the area showing clay for brick making, natural history, archaeology and history from the mediaeval period. The Town Gallery deals with the trades and people of Louth and its surroundings for the last 250 years. HUBBARDS HILLS
On the 1st of August 1907, the population of Louth celebrated the opening of Hubbards Hills. Previously in private ownership, the hills were given to the town by the trustees of Auguste Alphonse Pahud. Pahud came to the town of Louth as a schoolteacher in 1875, marrying a local girl. Never recovering from the death of his wife in 1889, Pahud committed suicide in 1902. The purchase of Hubbards Hills for the town was his wishe to perpetuate the memory of his wife. For 100 years the unique 125 feet deep valley with meandering river and natural leisure areas has been enjoyed by town's residents and visitors being one of Louth’s most memorable locations. Boston
Population: 35,400 Boston is situated close to the south-east coast of Lincolnshire, where the River Witham becomes the Haven, on its short journey to The Wash. The town is approximately 120 miles directly north of London, 32 miles south-east of Lincoln. The Borough of Boston made up of eighteen parishes, covering an area of approximately 139 square miles (35,992 ha) much of which is rich agricultural 'fenland'. Typical for Lincolnshire, the area is only a few metres above sea level and regular flood threats are prevented by a system of drainage and sea defences. Boston is certainly a historic and attractive market town and St.Botolph's Church 271ft high tower is a landmark for miles around. There is much modern development being attracted to the town, which is now a busy commercial and retail centre, undergoing ongoing development as a dedicated tourist destination. The name Boston is probably a derivation of St.Botolph's Town. St.Botolph was a 7th-century monk alleged to have founded an abbey here in 645AD, although there is a lack of evidence supporting this. The Port of Boston was established in 1886 with a long history of handling agricultural and timber products. Following the Port’s privatisation in 1990 operations were expanded to handle steel imports from Northern Europe, primarily for the car industry in the UK, in addition to a dedicated terminal for paper imports from Norway. The Port has regular container services operating to Norway, Sweden and Spain with overall around 750 vessels per annum being handled through the Port. Primarily used for the import of animal feeds and timber, in addition to the 500,000 tonnes of grain exports per annum. Tourist Information Centre AttractionsThe Boston countryside and fenland is spectacular and horse riding centres in the area offer a wide range of services with a number of bridle trails, making riding safer. Wyberton is home to a woodland walk at Westgate Wood, Five House Lane, off West End Road. This is a 25 acre wood, designed for public access with lovely meandering paths. The Boston Woods Trust also is currently creating a series of community woodlands. Freiston Shore RSPB Nature Reserve.
01205 724678 This reserve was created after breaches were cut into the existing sea bank, which was under threat by coastal erosion, to reinforce local flood defences around the Borough . A huge variety of birds and wildlife have already been attracted to the area as a result of this great work. At Freiston Shore you can get some excellent views of waterbirds on the salt water lagoon, particularly at high tide when wading birds roost, often in their thousands. In 2004, the reserve attracted more than 60,000 visitors. The Geoff Moulder Leisure Pool CentreRowley Road, Boston, PE21 6JE This centre is rated in the top 10 municipal pools in the uk. With 3 pools and a modern health club facility, incorporating a gym, studios and spa, it offers a comprehensive swim and fitness programme for all ages. AllotmentsIf you enjoy outdoor exercise and like to eat fresh fruit & vegetables, you can grow your own on an allotment. There are six allotment sites across Boston where an allotment plots cost from £16 per year for 250 square metres. Please contact Boston Borough Council on 01205314200 for more details. Lincolnshire Councilhttp://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Lincolnshire County Council, County Offices, Newland, Lincoln LN1 1YL Social Services Out of Hours Emergency Number (01529) 413366 |
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