The Best Lincolnshire Attractions & Activities

Recommended places to visit and things to do in Lincolnshire

Pre-book Lincolnshire Attractions, Tours & Experiences


 

Burghley House

Stamford

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Burghley House in Lincolnshire is one of England’s grandest Elizabethan mansions. Built for Sir William Cecil, it features lavish state rooms, a fine art collection, landscaped parkland by Capability Brown, and contemporary sculpture gardens.

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Lincoln Cathedral is a magnificent Gothic masterpiece, once the tallest building in the world. Famous for its soaring spires, intricate carvings, and the Lincoln Imp, it dominates the city skyline and is a jewel of medieval architecture.

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maintained by the RAF, visitors can admire the only flying Lancaster Bomber in Europe, as well as Spitfires, Hurricanes and a Douglas Dakota

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  • history
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  • maritime heritage

carefully crafted sets and original preserved trawler interiors capture the atmosphere and essence of a remarkable way of life

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meet the farm animals, watch a falconry display, or become a farmer for a day at this friendly family country park

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  • National Trust
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birthplace and family home of Sir Isaac Newton and visit orchard where the apple tree gave him inspiration including a 'hands on' Science Centre

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a fine example of a country house estate built in the late 17th Century surrounded by beautiful gardens and with a large outdoor adventure playground

Belvoir Castle

Grantham

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overlooking the Vale of Belvoir, this castle holds numerous art works, tapestries & sculptures. Also enjoy the Statue Gardens built into the hillside

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Boston Guildhall Museum, in Lincolnshire, is a beautifully preserved 14th-century building. It tells the town’s rich story, including its links to the Pilgrim Fathers, through historic rooms, artefacts, and immersive exhibitions.

Lincoln Castle

Lincoln

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impressive castle built by William the Conqueror in 1068 and housing an original copy of Magna Carta. A cinema with a wraparound screen tells the story

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beautiful landscaped area surrounding an impressive collection of 66 owls from around the world. Visit the creepy crawlies & flying displays

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the house dates back to the early fifteenth century and has had many refurbishments down the centuries, the museum portrays the history of the local fenland and the spacious gardens include an eighteenth century ice house

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Alford Manor House Museum, said to be the largest thatched manor house in England, dates from the 17th century. Visitors can explore period rooms, local history exhibits and tranquil gardens, offering a glimpse into Lincolnshire’s rural past.