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This part of Lincolnshire makes a great base for touring around
the countryside and coast. There is fantastic walking and cycling
countryside on offer including the wonderful scenic views of the
Lincolnshire Wolds.
ALFORD is fifteen minutes drive south-west
of Sutton On Sea. This attractive and busy market town, with its
thatched pubs and cottages, lies at the foot of the Wolds surrounded
by beautiful countryside. The town is probably best known as being
the birthplace of Captain John Smith, whose life was saved by
the Indian Princess Pocahontas. Craft Markets and Folk Festivals
are held regularly throughout the year, and here you can enjoy
a range of traditional crafts and street entertainment. Enjoy
a visit to the 16th century Manor House Museum (currently under
going refurbishment) and discover the history of the town. To
the east of Alford stands the stunning five-sailed windmill which
is in full working order and open to the public most of the year.
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LOUTH is a charming Wolds market
town just 25 minutes drive away from Sutton. This traditional
town has a bustling centre with market days on Wednesdays, Fridays
and Saturdays, alongside the open-air auction 'on the Stones'
every Wednesday afternoon. There are an excellent variety of
local speciality food shops that make Lincolnshire sausages,
plum bread, stuffed chine, and sell Lincolnshire Poacher Cheese
and butter, locally produced fruit, vegetables, fish and bread.
The town is watched over by the breath-taking church of St James's
with its spire soaring to a height of 295 feet, the tallest
parish church in the country. There are many other things to
visit in the town including the Museum, Navigation Warehouse
and an excellent variety of pubs. The whole family will enjoy
a night out at the brand new state-of-the-art Riverhead Theatre
or at the multi-screen cinema. This unspoilt town has many connections
with historical events, such as the Lincolnshire Rising, and
with those who have made history including Alfred, Lord Tennyson,
famous Poet Laureate to Queen Victoria.
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The impressive City of LINCOLN
is steeped in 2,000 years of history, and as you wander around you
will see evidence of both Roman and Medieval periods as well as
notable architecture left by the Tudors and Georgians. One of Europe's
finest cathedrals is in Lincoln and sits on part of the site of
a first-century Roman fortress high on the hill.
Close by is the Norman Castle built by William the Conqueror
on the site of the former Roman fortress, which dates from1068.
Walk along the walls of the Castle and enjoy the wonderful views
across this handsome City.
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MABLETHORPE and
SUTTON ON SEA are great holiday resorts
both of which have beaches that have been awarded European Blue
Flags.
The coast is wonderful, not only in the summer months, but
out of season when dog-walkers can enjoy a free run of the sandy
shore. There are super attractions for visitors to enjoy as
well as the charming seafront gardens.
The seaside resort of SKEGNESS
is proud of its award winning golden beach as well as its fantastic
selection of attractions suitable for the whole family. Beautiful
floral displays, fountains and waterfalls all located just minutes
from the beach, main seafront parade and general shopping area.
Take a trip to the Gibraltar Point
or the Saltfleetby to Theddlethorpe National Nature Reserves,
and spend a few hours watching nature at its very best!
Whatever you do when visiting Lincolnshire, you'll have a great
time and want to return again and again.
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