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Market Rasen is a town and civil parish within the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. The River Rase runs through it east to west, approximately 13 miles (21 km) north-east from Lincoln, 18 miles (29 km) east from Gainsborough, 14 miles (23 km) west of Louth and 16 miles (26 km) south-west from Grimsby. It lies on the main road between Lincoln and Grimsby, the A46 and is on National Cycle Route 1 (part of EuroVelo 12) of the National Cycle Network.[2]
Market Rasen is a bustling market town standing on the western edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds and is famous for having the only racecourse in Lincolnshire.
The town is popular with walkers and there are great routes and trails just five minutes stroll from the town centre. You can also head out to Willingham Woods where there are numerous trails and paths for all ages and abilities.
Originally the market took place on Sundays but was moved to Tuesdays in the early 13th century. Over the years it has seen a wide assortment of goods bought and sold, such as cattle, arable crops, grain, coal, fertiliser and salt. It is still an integral part of the town with all sorts of bargains up for grabs including an auction that takes place every week – come along and join in the fun!
The High Street is home to over fifty independent shops and businesses – it really is a case of the butcher, the baker and perhaps even the candlestick maker. You will find traditional and long-standing family run shops including ironmongers, butchers, menswear confectionery, haberdashery, gift ware and cards. The town boasts high-quality and award winning places to eat for all budgets.
Market Rasen has a rich heritage with many stories just waiting to be discovered; some of which can be found in the town's virtual tour. The takes you around the historically important landmarks in the town including the railway station which houses a heritage centre with display boards and audio stories. Be sure to call by the Old Police Station too where there are often art and history exhibitions in the Magistrates Courtroom.
Nearby the villages of Tealby, described as the most charming village, has the Kings Head pub, the oldest thatched pub in Lincolnshire; and Walesby, home of All Saints 'Ramblers' Church. This iconic medieval church stands in solitary dignity overlooking the village on the Viking Way. The view from the church is quite spectacular and inside is a beautiful stained glass window, depicting walkers and cyclists.
Horncastle sits at the heart of Lincolnshire, halfway between the cathedral city of Lincoln and the county’s famous sandy beaches. Known as the ‘gateway to the Lincolnshire Wolds’, Horncastle is surrounded by countryside recognised for its outstanding natural beauty. An historic town full of character with roots in Roman times and with lots more to discover. Famous for antiques, our artisan shops have something for everyone - why not pay a visit, stop and go for a wander?
You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to food and drink, Horncastle has a raft of independent cafes and tea rooms to try, plus historic pubs and modern restaurants catering to all tastes.
Horncastle may be most well-known for our wonderful array of antiques shops but that’s not all there is to enjoy on a shopping trip.
Horncastle is a town packed full of history. Its roots lie in Roman times - with sections of the ancient Roman walls still visible today – but there’s so much more to discover; marvel at medieval angels at St Mary’s church, discover the story of an 18th century explorer and scientist at the Sir Joseph Banks Centre, take a walk around the town and you’ll find Victorian and Georgian gems around every corner.
Horncastle offers a superb range of accommodation options, whether you’re looking for a hotel at the heart of the town, or a more tranquil spot in one of the surrounding villages, you’re sure to find a perfect place to rest after a busy day exploring.
The quaint market town of Spilsby is full of history and charm makes it the perfect place for visitors
Although one of the smaller market towns in the area, don't be deceived as there's much to do in and around Spilsby. From discovering more about the famous Arctic explorer, Sir John Franklin, to visiting the magnificent Gunby Hall or St James' Parish Church, catching a play at Spilsby Theatre, or stepping back in time at the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre.
Enjoy a stroll around the stone streets that have changed very little since the beginning of the 19th century.
For those who want to explore a little more, why not visit St James' Parish Church. Displaying valuables from the Willoughby de Eresby family, who used to own the entire town of Spilsby, before their home, Eresby Hall, burnt down in 1796.
After spending a day exploring, take a well-earned rest at Spilsby Theatre. Set in a fabulous Grade II listed building; the Theatre runs many plays and evening events. The beautiful neighbouring village of Somersby was once home to the Poet Alfred, Lord, Tennyson.
Gunby Hall is a must for any history enthusiast with impressive walled gardens and a wood panelled music room, run and owned by the National Trust.
Located only a few miles outside of Spilsby is the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre. The museum is home to one of the rare Avro Lancaster Bombers, ‘Just Jane’, and is a memorial to the 55,500 troops from Bomber Command who lost their lives during World War II.
Sleaford is a market town and civil parish in the North Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. Centred on the former parish of New Sleaford, the modern boundaries and urban area include Quarrington to the south-west, Holdingham to the north and Old Sleaford to the east. The town is on the edge of the fertile Fenlands, 11 miles (18 kilometres) north-east of Grantham, 16 mi (26 km) west of Boston, and 17 mi (27 km) south of Lincoln. Its population of 17,671 at the 2011 Census made it the largest settlement in the North Kesteven district; it is the district's administrative centre. Bypassed by the A17 and the A15, it is linked to Lincoln, Newark, Peterborough, Grantham and King's Lynn.
The first settlement formed in the Iron Age where a prehistoric track crossed the River Slea. It was a tribal centre and home to a mint for the Corieltauvi in the 1st centuries BC and AD. Evidence of Roman and Anglo-Saxon settlement has been found. The medieval records differentiate between Old and New Sleaford, the latter emerging by the 12th century around the present-day market place and St Denys' Church; Sleaford Castle was also built at that time for the Bishops of Lincoln, who owned the manor. Granted the right to hold a market in the mid-12th century, New Sleaford developed into a market town and became locally important in the wool trade, while Old Sleaford declined.
From the 16th century, the landowning Carre family kept tight control over the town – it grew little in the early modern period. The manor passed from the Carre family to the Hervey family by the marriage of Isabella Carre to John Hervey, 1st Earl of Bristol in 1688. The town's common land and fields were legally enclosed by 1794, giving ownership mostly to the Hervey family. This coincided with canalisation of the Slea. The Sleaford Navigation brought economic growth until it was superseded by the railways in the mid-1850s. In the 20th century, the sale of farmland around Sleaford led to the development of large housing estates.
Sleaford was mainly an agricultural town until the 20th century with a cattle market. Seed companies such as Hubbard and Phillips and Sharpes International were established in the late 19th century. The arrival of the railway made the town favourable for malting, but the industry has since declined. In 2011, the commonest occupations were in wholesale and retail trading, health and social care, public administration, defence and manufacturing. Regeneration of the town centre has helped to regenerate the earlier industrial areas, including construction of the National Centre for Craft & Design on an old wharf.
