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SKEGNESS Mablethorpe & the Lincolnshire Wolds Includes money saving vouchers for your next holiday visiteastlincolnshire.com New-and-improved visitor Harnessing the natural centre at Gibraltar Point Harnessing the natural A SPECTACULAR NEW £1M VISITOR CENTRE AT GIBRALTAR POINT NATURE RESERVE WILL BEGIN TO TAKE SHAPE OVER power of Skegness THE COMING MONTHS. Opening times 1 April to 31 October - 10am to 4pm Lincolnshire is a great place to visit for a day trip or holiday and its coastline has Work has started on the brand new “Combined with the new North Sea power of Skegness building, which will include1 No a vemcafébe andr to 31 MaObservatoryrch - 11am to at3pm Chapel St Leonards, even more to offer for those who have an interest in their environment. educational information.(Closed on Mondays ithisn wi nimprovedter) attraction will help extend It replaces the former visitor centre, the traditional tourist season on the Visitors can getLincolnshire a glimpse of isthe a greatThey place generate to visit enough for a day power trip or holidayGenerating and its morecoastline of our has power which suffered extensive flood damage coast, providing a significant boost to next generationeven of UK more power to –offer forto those meet whothe annual have anelectricity interest in theirfrom environment. renewable sources will help during the storm surge in December the local economy.” wind farms, producing low-carbon demand of more than 130,000 protect us from the impact of 2013. The new building will be raised The council has developed the renewable energyVisitors for can growing get a glimpse of thehomes. next generation And in of UK2013 power we – wind farms, producingclimate low-carbon change renewable and makeenergy the UK on stilts to protect it from any future ambitious plans in partnership with numbers of Britain’sfor growing homes. numbers of Britain’scompleted homes. We at the Centrica Lincs are windproud offarm, the Lynn andless Inner reliantDowsing on wind imported farms we have energy. flooding. the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust, who will built off the Skegness coast, which have been operational since 2009. They generate enough power to meet the annual continue to run the site. We at Centrica electricityare proud demand of of more thana 130,000little further homes. Andout into 2013 sea, we whichcompleted the Lincs wind farm, a little further out to sea, Cllr Colin Davie, Executive Member for the Lynn and Innerwhich Dowsing provides enough power providesfor a further 200,000enough homes. power for a You can find out more from our Economic Development at Lincolnshire The project is being funded by wind farms we have built off the further 200,000 homes. information boards which are County Council, said: “This is an Lincolnshire County Council (£430k), Offshore wind farms harness the natural power of the wind and it’s an energy that Britain’s coastline has in abundance. opportunity to make Gibraltar Point the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust (£200k) Skegness coast,Generating which morehave of our power from renewable sources will help protect us from thelocated impact of on climate Skegness change and sea front even more attractive to visitors - an and the Government’s Coastal make the UK less reliant on importedOffshore energy. wind farms harness the on North Bracing, and along been operational since 2009. opportunity we intend to take full Communities Fund (£420k). natural power of the wind and it’s Lagoon Walk. You can nd out more from our information boards which are located on Skegness sea front on North Bracing, advantage of. In the meantime, Gibraltar Point and along Lagoon Walk. an energy that Britain’s coastline “The new visitor centre has been remains open to visitors, with has in abundance. designed to make the most of opportunities for walks and the reserve’s stunning views, with birdwatching. Temporary facilities, expansive windows facing the dunes including catering, are provided on-site. and sea, and a rooftop viewing deck. Lincolnshire Environmental Awards SEARCHINGGet FOR to LINCOLNSHIRE’S the Point GREEN HEROES The Lincolnshire Environmental Awards their own vegetables, built recycled recognise andNext celebrate time you are the in inspiringSkegness, go alobottleng to the greenhouses Visitor Centre and at Gib bugralta palaces;r Point activities that are helping to improve farmers that have restored and planted National Nature Reserve. It’s a haven for wildlife and walkers – and fascinating for the environment and encourage hedges, and created wetlands. sustainability.the k idTheys as wareell .a showcase for community groups, schools, Organised by Lindum Rotary Club and businessesThe and centre farmers. incorpo rates a new Look-OuLincolnshiret, the Point Café Wildlife, gift sh Trustop and exhibition area. You can learn about the precious ewww.lincsenvironmentalawards.org.uknvironment the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is Past winnerscomm ittedhave to included protecting village. And y ou can discover a little more about the wind farms off communitythe L groupsincolnsh irethat coa havest. created wildlife areas; schools that have grown Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre Gibraltar Road, Skegness, Lincolnshire PE24 4SU LINCOLNSHIRE ENVIRONMENTAL AWARDS CATEGORIES Tel: 01754 898057 > Centrica Energy > Lincoln Toyota Farm / Rural Communitywww.lincstrust. Award org.uk Enterprise Award > Anglian Water Business Award > FCC Lincolnshire Young Environmentalist Award www.centrica.com/renewables www.centrica.com/renewables Lynn and Inner Dowsing wind farms are a joint venture between Centrica Energy and EIG and operate under the company name GLID. Lincs Offshore Wind Farm Limited is a joint venture between Centrica Energy, DONG Energy and Siemens Project Ventures. Lynn and Inner Dowsing wind farms are a joint venture between Centrica Energy and EIG and operate under the company name GLID. Lincs Offshore Wind Farm Limited is a joint venture between Centrica Energy, DONG Energy and Siemens Project Ventures. GET SET FOR A GREAT CONTENTS SKEGNESS MABLETHORPE AND INGOLDMELLS & BRITISH BREAK SUTTON ON SEA CHAPEL ST LEONARDS Skegness was one of the UK’s first Discover two seaside charmers... Head to these two bustling traditional seaside resorts and still a coastline of cool beach huts resorts for fun that lasts all day... one of the most popular today. and golden sands. and lingers long after sunset. 06 10 12 OUR NATURAL COAST FESTIVALS AND EVENTS LINCOLNSHIRE WOLDS AND MARKET TOWNS Discover some of the country’s If you enjoy carnivals and festivals, most important natural habitats. then we’ve got some crackers! Hidden valleys, sleepy stone villages and historic market towns... simply stunning countryside. 14 16 18 WELCOME... HERITAGE FOOD AND DRINK FURTHER AFIELD To your new-look visitor guide This year, as well as blue flag beaches, family fun, Our pioneering spirit has helped Whether a bite to eat by the Discover more. There is plenty wildlife-rich natural coast and rolling countryside, shape the world...so, step back in beach or afternoon tea in a more to do and see on East to East Lincolnshire. we want to give you a little something extra to time and bring history to life. countryside inn, we can tempt Lincolnshire’s doorstep... We love our award-winning coast, make cherished holiday memories last even longer. any taste bud! beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds We’ve made our new-look guide smaller to make countryside and historic market towns. it easier to bring with you – and as a thank you for visiting, we’ve also added some fantastic money- And we love our visitors too. saving vouchers too. 20 22 24 KEEP IN TOUCH WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION PUBLISHERS: East Lindsey District Council and the Skegness, East Coast and Wolds Hospitality Association 2016. PHOTOGRAPHY: East Lindsey District Council, Lincolnshire County Council, David Parsons, Andy Tryner, Fred Marketing. EDITORIAL: Mark Hibbert and East Lindsey District Council DESIGN: Process Black Design www.processblack.co.uk Visit East Lincolnshire @ VisitEastLincs Visit East Lincs Whilst every care is taken to ensure that the information contained in this publication is reliable and correct at the time of going to or visit our official website: visiteastlincolnshire.com press, circumstances can and do change. The publishers cannot be held responsible for statements contained in any advertisement, nor for any matter arising there from. Inclusion of an advertisement does not imply recommendation. 4 Skegness, Mablethorpe and the Lincolnshire Wolds visiteastlincolnshire.com 5 WHERE THE FUN SKEGNESS NEVER STOPS… Stroll the boardwalk at Skegness Pier, one of only 50 left in the UK, boasting everything from a children’s play area to the latest simulators along with a Bowling Centre and Laserquest arena. Feeling fishy? Family attraction Skegness Aquarium, new in 2015, offers a journey under water through a fantasy Pirate World. Fresh from its 50th anniversary year, Natureland Seal Sanctuary not only rescues orphaned seals, but is also home to everything from meerkats to penguins. Cool off in the Embassy outdoor WHY NOT? swimming pool, just off Grand Parade, or try the indoor pool Take a selfie with the Jolly complete with 30m water Fisherman - one of the town’s flume. Relax in the scenic Tower most popular landmarks is a Gardens or enjoy the riot of statue of Skegness mascot Jolly, in summer colour in the floral the colourful Compass Gardens. pathways around the Compass Go for a donkey ride - how Gardens. much more traditional can you A GREAT BRITISH Feeling nostalgic? Skegness Model get than donkey rides on the Village, named among the UK’s beach? top 10 vintage seaside attractions Enjoy all the fun of the fair - SEASIDE HOLIDAY in The Guardian, is quirky as well there’s always time for a ride on as quintessentially English! the dodgems, or spin in the cup Skegness was one At the heart of it all, there’s our Walk along the beach front and saucer at Skegness Pleasure beach. Wide-open, clean, golden, and it’s a wonderland of family Beach.