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Contents TheWelcome diversity of the makes it the 4 Heritage 18 Attractions perfect destination for a day out or a short break. Explore the vibrant attractions of the traditional family 6 Culture, Arts & Events 21 Accommodation resorts or immerse yourselves in the rich heritage we have on our doorstep. Discover a hidden coastline 8 Countryside & Nature 24 Coach Incentives home to the country’s very best wildlife habitats, a place for nature lovers and bird watchers a world 10 Independent Shopping & Retail 26 Planning Your Visit away from the typical family resorts.

12 Food & Drink Located in the east of the country, the Lincolnshire Coast Be Entertained has a vast amount of coastline just waiting to be discovered. 14 We are also just a short drive away from a number of A Base To Explore charming villages or travel inland to discover the historic 16 market towns, heritage sites and the rolling hills of the countryside.

In this group travel guide we will shine a light on the stunning Lincolnshire coast and some of the hidden gems which are waiting to be discovered. Our dedicated team are always available to suggest itineraries, offer advice on attractions, accommodation, parking and much more. We can also provide details on current group discounts and details of coach driver incentives can be found at the back of this guide. If you would also be interested in accessing our photo bank to promote your tour then please do get in touch!

We look forward to welcoming you to the Lincolnshire Coast – where Coast meets Country.

To find out more about the area please contact: Lincolnshire Coastal BID  01754 611845  [email protected] 2 3 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk There is a rich history within our county from archaeology to historic buildings and culture. Come on in and embark on a journey of discovery.

Gunby Hall and complete the visit with at work in the Early 20th a stop in their charming tea century.

Gunby Hall is a homely room. country house dated 1700 set in Victorian walled The Village Church Heritage gardens at the foot of the Burgh-le-Marsh Farm Lincolnshire Wolds. With Windmill and links to Tennyson, Darwin Heritage Centre Lincolnshire’s only open-air and Vaughan-Williams farming museum, situated there is so much to A unique experience as you in the heart of . discover about the family step back in time. A grade There are so many things home of the Massingberd 1 listed heritage piece, the to see and explore starting family. Explore three Burgh Windmill was built with the original farmhouse floors full of interesting around 1810 and worked which has been furnished collection pieces amassed as a commercial concern to the period 1900-1910. over generations. Stroll until the 1960’s. Visiting this The museum also runs live through 8-acre gardens iconic building will give a history days for group visits clear picture of a windmill of up to 100 people.

4 5 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk Our attractions make for a great day out but why not try and time your visit to coincide with one of our exciting events which showcase the Lincolnshire Coast at its finest. Fill your evenings with entertainment or go and see the work of Culture, Arts local artists at local exhibitions. Embassy Theatre attracts visitors from all unique festivals, the area over the country. The always has something to

The Embassy Theatre, iconic structure is home to offer. A full ‘What’s On and located on the seafront information and exhibitions Entertainment Guide’ can of the popular tourist on the local areas rich be found on our website. resort of Skegness, is natural history and often & Events displays work from local the East Coast’s premier entertainment venue. artists. The North Sea Hundreds of stars have Observatory acts as an been ‘treading the impressive gateway to the boards’ over the years Coastal Country Park (more at the Embassy, many of information on page 8) whom have returned time and again as both their popularity and a love of the Events venue have developed with the Theatre. The Lincolnshire Coast has an array of events and festivals throughout the North Sea year which would make Observatory for a perfect end to a day trip or the focal point

The North Sea Observatory of a short break. From is an impressive piece of traditional carnivals full of architecture in itself which culture and costumes to

6 7 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk Discover a hidden coastline away from the fun resorts, where sloping sand dunes embrace mile upon mile of golden sands, a place where nature thrives. The changing seasons allow us to show off the versatility of the Lincolnshire Coast.

Coastal Country wildlife, is Wildlife thrives on this Park worth visiting in different natural and unspoilt seasons to fully appreciate Lincolnshire coastline and

Stretching along the coast its landscape. is a haven for birdwatchers, from Sandilands to Chapel nature lovers and St Leonards, and inland conservationists. to , , Moggs Eye and , the Lincolnshire Coastal Moggs Eye Beach is an Donna Nook Country Park has stunning unspoilt, sandy beach with sandy beaches, wildlife a wide sandy area that Donna Nook covers more packed nature reserves, slopes down into the sea. than 10km (6.25 miles) an extensive network of This beach is surrounded of coastline between public rights of way and so by sand dunes with steps Haven in the much more to discover and leading over the dunes to north and in the explore. a picnic area and spacious south where it borders the car park with a toilet block. -Theddlethorpe This beach has some National Nature Reserve. Gibraltar Point great walks nearby with Every November and the nearest town being December, grey seals

Gibraltar Point is a dynamic . This dog- come to the Donna Nook stretch of unspoilt coastline friendly beach is popular for coastline to give birth to running southwards from dog walkers as it is never their pups near the sand too busy and is a perfectly dunes; a wildlife spectacle Countryside the edge of Skegness to the mouth of the Wash. Known safe environment away which attracts visitors from for its impressive views and from the roadside with no across the UK. sheer scale and diversity of restrictions in place. 8 and Nature 9 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk Independent Indulge in some retail therapy wherever you end up on the Lincolnshire Coast. Explore independent shops, the bustling Shopping & high streets and the atmospheric market towns. There really is something for everyone.

Skegness high street of Sutton-on- Market Towns Mablethorpe Market Sea is full of independent Thursday Retail retailers and specialised Skegness is home to the If you like to shop alfresco Skegness Market shops which can cater for Hildreds Shopping centre. then be sure to visit one of (Summer) Monday – Saturday everybody. The centre contains over our many Market Towns top (Winter) Friday & Saturday 30 well known stores so enjoy their weekly markets. Market is the perfect place to Monday stop and indulge in some Mablethorpe Alford Market Wainfleet Market retail therapy. The Hildreds Tuesday and Friday Mablethorpe is home Friday Centre also scooped ‘2018 Market to a weekly market Market Team of the Year’ so be Thursday and Saturday sure to accept a warm and every Thursday which Every other Friday Louth Market friendly welcome. attracts visitors from the surrounding areas. You can Wednesday, Friday and pick up everything from Saturday Sutton on Sea locally sourced produce to handmade items. You

There are a number of can also enjoy a variety of shops that can cater for shops up and down the all of your basic shopping high street all year long. needs. The traditional 10 11 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk

When dining out on the Lincolnshire Coast the restaurant, café and bar owners are passionate about using local produce which is sourced Food and right on our doorstep. Depending on what you You will be spoilt for choice filled with the best! We are are looking for there is from country pubs to also home to local brewers something to please all quaint coffee shops and producing some of the palettes. From afternoon award-winning restaurants. best ales around which are tea, a light bite or even a One thing we can’t forget served in many of our bars culinary dining experience when talking about the and complexes. To find Drink the coast has plenty to coast is our traditional fish out more please visit offer. and chips, our coastline is www.visitlincscoast.co.uk

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The Lincolnshire coastline is full Skegness Aquarium Jump Warriors Butlins Lincolnshire Fantasy Island Empire Wildlife Park of seaside charm with a wide Transport yourself into A brand new purpose- This is where Butlins all The exhilarating rides and The Empire is a brand-new variety of attractions to keep all the underwater world of built trampoline and ninja started back in 1936 but a Discover a wide range coasters will test even family entertainment centre Treasure Island at Skegness park in . Spring lot has changed since then! of animals at Lincs Wildlife the bravest thrill seekers’ with luxury full size Bowling tourists entertained. Aquarium. After starting across the trampolines, You’ll find some lovely Park, just 10 miles from nerves, while those looking and Sports Bar located in your adventure with an joust on the battle beams restaurants and a beautiful Skegness. Get up close for something more family- the heart of the Skegness introduction from the and test yourself on the blue flag sandy beach right to a wealth of species friendly will have plenty sea front. Enjoy a cocktail For a comprehensive list of attractions captain, you will uncover Cardio Wall. Launch from on your doorstep. There including birds, mammals to choose from including, from the Manhattan Bar please see our website. interactive zones at every the 1.95-metre-high Jump are thrilling new flumes and and reptiles from tigers to rides, a soft play area or indulge in an American turn, learning all about the Tower, touching down onto rides, quieter paddling areas parrots, meerkats to otters. and live character shows style dining experience. www.visitlincscoast.co.uk fantastic world of marine the huge Air Bag whilst you that are perfect for little Within the park is the well- during the high season. Delve into some typical life, including fearsome master your Jump Warrior ones and if your mood is established National Parrot What’s more, Fantasy seaside nostalgia and enjoy sharks, octopus and skills. This is not just for the rest and quietude, there are Sanctuary that gives homes Island is home to Europe’s a range of amusement venomous, fishy predators. kids! plenty of relaxing spaces to parrots and much more. largest seven-day market. rides traditional and to help you to unwind and They are also one of the Indulge in one of the many modern at The Empire and much more. largest parrot sanctuaries restaurants, cafes and bars surrounding arcades. in the world. across the park.

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The Lincolnshire Coast is the perfect base to explore locations further afield. Below are some recommendations of locations which A base are just a short drive away – perfect for a trip out if staying in the east of Lincolnshire.

Lincoln restaurants with stunning whisks you down to the Arts Centre combine to waterfront views. You will bottom of the deep blue make Stamford a visitor

Lincoln offers a unique, enjoy a unique shopping sea and introduces you to must. Delight in a walk to explore heritage city experience. experience in Lincoln its many inhabitants. along the River Welland or The city is crowned by from global brands on the Why not take a stroll along relax on the town’s historic Lincoln Cathedral, one of High Street to the unique Hull Marina and head Meadows. Visitors will be Europe’s finest examples independent stores that line for the retro Fruit Market enthralled by Stamford’s of Gothic architecture, Steep Hill and Bailgate. area, home to the UK’s uniquely independent which sits across a only Museum of Club shops, its bustling Friday picturesque cobbled square Culture, Dinostar, Hull’s market and the town’s from Lincoln Castle. The Hull only Dinosaur Exhibition, eating houses, pubs and building of the Castle, as amongst many art galleries, food speciality shops. with the Cathedral, was The UK City of Culture 2017 quirky shops and places Rutland and the panorama commissioned by William The cobbled streets of the to eat. of Rutland Water are on the Conqueror in the city’s Old Town transports the doorstep, together 11th century, so there is visitors back to days gone with historic houses at a wealth of history and by. Visit the Museums Stamford and heritage to discover there. Quarter, home to a number Burghley House. The Brayford Waterfront of free museums, and plot Magnificent Georgian is a sure stop for a meal Hull’s course through the architecture, niche or drink with a great history books. Take time shopping, beautiful riverside selection of bars, pubs and to explore The Deep as it meadows and a vibrant

16 17 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk Attractions Discover amazing spaces, places and attractions across the Lincolnshire Coast who offer discounted rates for groups. Skegness Aquarium Natureland Skegness Skegness Raceway Jump Warriors Tower Esplanade, Skegness PE25 3HH North Parade, Skegness PE25 1DB Marsh Lane, , Skegness PE24 5JA Anchor Lane, Ingoldmells PE25 1LY www.visitlincscoast.co.uk 01754 228200 01754 764345 07881 021058 01754 764345 www.skegness-aquarium.uk www.skegnessnatureland.co.uk www.skegness-raceway.info www.jumpwarriors.co.uk

Batemans Brewery Lincolnshire Coast Light Skegness Pier Lincolnshire Wolds Railway Visitors Centre Embassy Theatre Pleasure Beach Railway Grand Parade, Skegness PE25 2UE Station Road, Ludborough DN36 5SH Mill Lane, Wainfleet PE24 4JE Grand Parade, Skegness PE25 2UG Grand Parade, Skegness PE25 2UG Walls Lane, Ingoldmells PE25 1JF 01754 767376 01507 363881 01754 882009 01507 6113300 01754 763697 01754 763520 www.skegnesspier.co.uk www.lincolnshirewoldsrailway.co.uk www.bateman.co.uk www.embassytheatre.co.uk www.pleasurebeachskegness.com www.skegnessnatureland.co.uk/

Lucky Strike Family The Village North Sea Observatory Hardy’s Animal Farm Entertainment Complex Butlin’s Church Road South, Fantasy Island Chapel Point, Anchor Lane, Ingoldmells PE25 1LZ Grand Parade, Skegness PE25 2UG Roman Bank, Skegness PE25 1NJ Skegness PE25 2HF Sea Lane, Ingoldmells PE25 1RH PE24 5XA 01754 872267 01754 896755 0330 100 6648 01754 766658 01754 871944 01754 873840 www.hardysanimalfarm.co.uk www.bellleisure.co.uk www.butlins.com www.churchfarmvillage.org.uk www.fantasyislandresort.co.uk www.lincolnshire.gov.uk 18 19 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk Accommodation Looking for group accommodation on the Covenham Resevoir coast? Find hotels, B&B’s and self catering Lincolnshire Wildlife Park Lincolnshire Aqua Park Firebeacon Lane, Covenham St accommodation who all offer group Savoy Hotel Dickonhill Road, PE22 8PP Alford Road, Mablethorpe LN12 1NE Bartholomew, Louth LN11 0PA discounts North Parade, Skegness PE25 2UB 0871 384 1130 07950 620961 01754 764345 01754 763371 www.lincswildlife.com www.lincolnshireaquapark.co.uk www.cwsa.co.uk www.savoy-skegness.co.uk

Mablethorpe Seal Mablethorpe Fairground Aura Guest House Sanctuary Main Promenade, Mablethorpe Watermill The Royal Hotel Skegness Best Western Vine Hotel 22 The Boulevard, Mablethorpe North End, Mablethorpe LN12 1QG LN12 1LU Aby nr Alford LN13 0DU Drummond Road, Skegness PE25 3EH Vine Road, Skegness PE25 3DB LN12 2AD 01507 473346 07931 513332 01507 451366 01754 762301 01754 610611 01507 477660 www.thesealsanctuary.co.uk www.mablethorpefunfair.co.uk www.claythorpewatermill.com www.theroyalhotelskegness.co.uk www.vinehotelskegness.com www.aura-guesthouse.co.uk

Burgh Windmill Heritage Queens Park Jacksons Land Train Centre Southview Park Hotel County Hotel Butlin’s Victoria Road, Mablethorpe LN12 2XA High Street, Mablethorpe LN12 1AQ High Street, PE24 5JT Burgh Road, Skegness PE25 2LA North Parade, Skegness PE25 2UB Roman Bank, Skegness PE25 1NJ 01507 601111 01507 472320 01754 811267 01754 896060 01754 762461 0330 100 6648 www.e-lindsey.gov.uk www.jacksonsamusements.co.uk www.heritageburghlemarsh.co.uk www.parkdeanresorts.co.uk www.grandukhotels.com www.butlins.com 20 21 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk

Manor Farm Stay Leisure Hotel Grosvenor House Hotel 2 Huttoft Road, Sutton on Sea The Woolpack Hotel Beech Farm Cottages Woodthorpe Leisure Park Drummond Road, Skegness PE25 3EB North Parade, Skegness PE25 2TE LN12 2HX 39 High Street, Wainfleet PE24 4BJ Station Road, DN36 5HX Woodthorpe LN13 0DD 01754 763727 01754 763376 01507 440947 01754 880353 01472 815935 01507 450294 www.the-leisure.co.uk www.grosvenor-skegness.co.uk www.manorfarmstay.co.uk www.woolpackwainfleet.com www.beechfarmcottages.co.uk www.woodthorpeleisurepark.com

The Chestnuts Holiday The Bacchus Grange Farm Park Cottages Chatsworth Hotel The Palm Court Hotel 17 High Street, Sutton on Sea The Tower Main Road, LN13 0JP Wainfleet Road, Burgh le Marsh North Parade, Skegness PE25 2UB South Parade, Skegness PE25 3HP LN12 2EY Sea Lane, Friskney PE22 8SD 01507 450267 PE24 5AH 01754 764177 01754 767711 01507 441204 01754 820007 www.grangefarmpark.co.uk 01754 764345 www.chatsworthskegness.co.uk www.palmcourtskegness.co.uk www.bacchushotel.co.uk www.control-tower.co.uk www.chestnutfarmbreaks.com

Greenacre Holiday Cottages Colour Guest House Sandilands Holiday Carron House Apartments The Laurels Langham Road, Chapel St Leonards Northolme Hall Queens Park Close, Mablethorpe Cottages 9 Saxby Avenue, Skegness PE25 3JZ Mill Road, Skegness PE24 4TE LN13 9SL Skegness Road, Wainfleet PE24 4AA LN12 2AS Crabtree Lane, Sandilands LN12 2UT 01754 766141 01754 611329 01754 874471 07580 151515 01507 473427 07834 192668 www.carron-house.com www.thelaurelsskegness.co.uk www.greenacrecottages.co.uk www.northolme.com www.coloursguesthouse.co.uk www.sandilandsholidaycottages.co.uk 22 23 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk Coach Driver Incentives Local businesses along the Lincolnshire Coast offer a number of coach driver incentives, for a full list please visit our website. Free Tea or Coffee Free Meal Discounted Room Charge Free £10 voucher to spend Lincolnshire Aqua Park Trawlers Catch Southview Leisure Park in The Barn Inn, Coffee www.visitlincscoast.co.uk Mablethorpe • 07950 620961 Skegness • 01754 611400 Skegness • 01754 896060 Shop or Camp shop with www.lincolnshireaquapark.co.uk www.parkdeanresorts.co.uk every coach of 10 or more people Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway Ingoldmells www.lclr.co.uk

Free Meal and Drink Free Meal Free Entry, Lunch & Drink Free Tea or Coffee Free Accommodation Claythorpe Water Mill Boating Lake Café Lincolnshire Wildlife Park Skegness Pier Savoy Hotel Aby nr Alford • 01507 451366 Skegness • 01754 767384 Friskney • 0871 384 1130 Skegness • 01754 767376 Skegness • 01754 763371 www.claythorpewatermill.co.uk www.lincswildlife.com www.skegnesspier.co.uk www.savoy-skegness.co.uk £10 cash and free hot meal to all coach drivers who bring 10 people or more Fantasy Island Ingoldmells • 01754 871944 www.fantasyislandresort.co.uk

Free Tea or Coffee Free Meal and Drink Free Tea or Coffee Free Meal Free Accommodation Natureland Skegness The Village Hardy’s Animal Farm Grosvenor House Hotel Carron House Apartments Skegness • 01754 764345 Skegness • 01754 766658 Ingoldmells • 01754 872267 Skegness • 01754 763376 Skegness • 01754 766141 www.skegnessnatureland.co.uk www.churchfarmvillage.org.uk www.hardysanimalfarm.co.uk www.grosvenor-skegness.co.uk www.carron-house.com 24 25 LINCOLNSHIRE COAST visitlincscoast.co.uk

www.visitlincscoast.co.uk Skegness Tourist Information Centre Grand Parade Planning your visit (within the Embassy Theatre) Travelling to and around Lincolnshire couldn’t be easier. Skegness Visit Lincolnshire Skegness By car we can be reached in a couple of hours from many Richmond Drive Car Park – Pay & Display Coast also offers Lincolnshire UK cities and a regular train service brings you directly to a meet and PE25 2UG our coastline. Take time to take in the views of our beautiful Chapel St Leonards greet service at countryside as you head towards your holiday destination. Well Vale Drive Car Park – Pay & Display the Coach Park Low Season: Whilst you are here, we have plenty of options for getting in Skegness so Mon to Sun around too. Lincolnshire has motorway links to A1, M1 Mablethorpe please be sure 9.30am - 4.00pm Lout North-South, M62 and the M180 East-West. Many of the Seacroft Road Car Park – Pay & Display to call ahead so Mablethorpe attractions on the Lincolnshire Coast have coach parking we can arrange Sutton High Season: Woodthorpe on Sea and all resorts around the coast have allocated parking Sutton-on-Sea this. Mon to Sun Alford for coaches. Broadway Car Park – Pay & Display 9.30am - 7.30pm Lincoln Chapel St Leonards Honcastl Ingoldmells Gunby Mablethorpe Tourist Skegness Information Centre Wainfleet Friskney Stanley Avenue Mablethorpe Lincolnshire Slao LN12 1DP oston

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