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Eating Out or Eating in!

Blacksmith's Arms, Skendleby

Blacksmiths Arms at Skendleby. Within walking distance by public footpaths across the fields and lanes, this is a very friendly and popular local pub serving good food including a very popular Sunday lunch and the fantastic Wednesday Tapas night. Serving local beers, wines and champagne you’ll always be made welcome, quite possibly by the locals sat near the bar! Lovely outdoor seating with views across to the Dalby Hall parkland. Dog friendly and an ideal refreshment stop if you’re walking the footpaths across the wolds! 🐾

Blacksmith's Arms, Skendleby

Main Road

The Lakes Restaurant

The Lakes, Burgh le marsh. A great bar and restaurant positioned between two large fishing lakes with great views over the water. A wonderful outdoor terrace with seating for the warmer weather or open fires in the winter. Popular locally for great quality food from local producers, from super breakfasts, lingering lunches by the lake or enjoyable dinners with cocktails from the bar!

7 locals recommend

The Lakes Restaurant

7 locals recommend

Nelson Butt

A quaint and friendly small pub in Spilsby market place. The young owners have built themselves an enviable reputation for delicious food and friendly atmosphere. It has a pretty garden area with small and cosy dining areas. I would recommend making a reservation to make sure you get a table!

Nelson Butt

10 Market Street

Auction House

LOUTH - Auction House ✨ Small is beautiful This place is a real treasure, right on the market place in the town centre. Independent coffee shop & bistro; serving fresh ground coffees, tempting cakes and pastries with a carefully devised lunch and dinner menu, cooked and served by the young owners and their friendly staff. A great place to pop in for acoffee but I’d recommend booking for lunch or dinner. It’s busier on market days; wed, fri, sat when the stalls are outside the door

6 locals recommend

Auction House

1 Cornmarket

6 locals recommend

Tastee Farm Shop

Tastee Farm Shop is 1.5miles from the door, it has freshly grown local produce, and locally produced meat and fresh eggs

Tastee Farm Shop

Tastee Farm Shop is 1.5miles from the door, it has freshly grown local produce, and locally produced meat and fresh eggs

Holmes Family Butchers

Malc Holmes is the butcher behind this long established family business. First established in the village in 1840 this butchers has a fantastic reputation locally and uses locally sourced meats. His Lincolnshire Sausages are fantastic, the handmade pies are delicious, freshly made Curries are very popular as are the BBQ packs he will make to order with signature recipe burgers, sausages, ribs etc. The smell of his freshly baked sausage rolls is just too tempting to ignore - naughty snack moment!

Holmes Family Butchers

8 Wildshed Lane

The Cheese Shop

Situated on Eastgate in Louth town centre this shop is a must for any cheese lover. Such a great selection, knowledgeable staff and the option to try a tiny piece before you buy- be adventurous with your choices! Fresh pasties, quiches, tarts, frangipanis, one-eighties and cheese scones baked every day

8 locals recommend

The Cheese Shop

108 Eastgate

8 locals recommend

Ambridge's Fish & Chips

Local traditional fish & chip shop. 5 miles away in Spilsby. Eat in, take out or delivery ! . Delicious! They use fresh Grimsby fish and Lincolnshire potatoes; what’s not to like ! They currently offer a delivery service to Candlesby, see contact number on the bookshelf to order.

Ambridge's Fish & Chips

6 The Terrace

Golden Mill

Golden Mill Chinese Take-away. Delicious food, always tasty and good size portions. Call ahead with orders, normally ready by the time you get there. On busy evenings the friendly staff will tell you what time it will be ready. Cash Only. Nearest cash point - Co-Op store Closed Tuesdays.

Golden Mill

43 High Street

Indian Cottage Spilsby

Now known as RASOI Restaurant, (app won’t let me change the name!) Very popular with great reviews. They don’t have sell alcohol but are happy for you to take your own! Also offer a take-away service, ring your order through and collect - possibly after a quick drink in the Nelson Butt at the end of the lane

Indian Cottage Spilsby

7 Stones Lane

Myers Quality Bakers Ltd

Horncastle’s famous bakery and producers of Lincolnshire Plum Bread A lovely shop with bakery, Delicatessen and coffee shop.

9 locals recommend

Myers Quality Bakers Ltd

20 Bull Ring

9 locals recommend

Horncastle’s famous bakery and producers of Lincolnshire Plum Bread A lovely shop with bakery, Delicatessen and coffee shop.

Fat Seagull Café and Bistro

No trip to the coast is complete without a visit to a charming seaside café, and The Fat Seagull, situated just yards from the beach, is one of the best. This dog-friendly cafe and bistro has an airy, relaxed feel, with a warm, beach-inspired colour scheme, rustic wooden benches, local artwork adorning the walls and a menu of local delights, including fantastic fresh fish and seafood and daily specials. The shop and takeaway next door to the bistro offers quick refreshments, drinks sandwiches etc as well as gift items many produced locally. Literally a few steps from the ramp onto the beach, enjoy the fat seagull before or after enjoying the Sandilands beach

10 locals recommend

Fat Seagull Café and Bistro

Sea Lane

10 locals recommend

The View Cafe Bar

The old coastguard lookout tower converted into a stylish cafe & bar. Fantastic glazed terrace giving great sea views but sheltered from the wind. The terrace opens out onto the promenade that goes as far as Sutton on sea in one direction and Skegness in the other. Popular with locals and visitors alike, the cakes at The View are seriously tempting after a long walk on the beach. Dogs are welcome on the terrace and water bowls are provided.

17 locals recommend

The View Cafe Bar

27 Winthorpe Ave

17 locals recommend

The Fleece Inn

Nice old village pub, right in the market place at Burgh le Marsh. Popular for its friendly atmosphere and delicious food. Dogs are welcome in the bar area, garden and frontage.

The Fleece Inn

2 Market Pl

Nice old village pub, right in the market place at Burgh le Marsh. Popular for its friendly atmosphere and delicious food. Dogs are welcome in the bar area, garden and frontage.

The Blue Bell Inn

The Bluebell Inn is a lovely quaint pub in the heart of the Woods. It serves excellent food, the hosts and locals alike make everyone feel welcome. View their website for menu details and links to a number of beautiful circular walks right from the door. Two are approx 4.5miles and one is 7 miles; enough to give you an appetite or to burn of the calories!!

9 locals recommend

The Blue Bell Inn

1 Main Rd

9 locals recommend

The Red Lion Inn, Raithby

A very popular and quaint village pub, with a reputation for wonderful food. Lovely garden area for those warm sunny days and cosy seating inside for the not so warm days! Best to call ahead and book a table as they it’s a popular place to eat!

The Red Lion Inn, Raithby

Activities

Louth

Louth is a traditional and unspoilt small market town. The town centre is full of independent retailers, artisan producers and friendly coffee shops and restaurants. Markets are held in the market square every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. There are plenty of small car parks around the town centre, supermarkets Aldi and Morrisons on the edge of the town centre with B&Q, Halfords etc on the edge of town. There is a small cinema, The Playhouse, in louth with parking directly opposite. There is also a tennis club and a number of gyms. St James church is worth a visit, it is a very striking church with an interesting history. Hubbards Hills is a beautiful valley on the edge of town with a lovely stream, stepping stones and a coffee& ice cream cabin. There are lots of nice places to eat and drink in the town, I’ll list some of them below so you can look them up online! The Mansion House - 12 Upgate, LN11 9ET tel:01507 611611 . The Panacea - 9 Queen Street, LN11 9AU . The Greyhound Inn - 38 Upgate, LN11 9EX tel:01507 604685 . The Old Auction House - 1 Cornmarket, LN11 9PY tel:01507 609128 . . The cobbles - a little lane off the corn market - has a number of nice bars, cafes etc…… Red Nanas Cobbles Bar Bar castillejar Habits . There are also lots of independent shops with artisan producers - . Luck of Louth - country clothing & accessories for men & women. . The Artisan Room - Homeware & gifts made by Artisans from across the world. . The Jewellery Workshop - local jeweller making & sourcing beautiful jewellery . Beaumonts Delicatessen- amazing selection of foods &ingredients . The Cheese Shop - amazing selection of cheeses with knowledgeable staff, deli and coffees.

75 locals recommend

Louth

75 locals recommend

Cadwell Park Circuit

Cadwell Park Race Circuit. Home to the British Superbike Championships. Full calendar of high octane events for both cars and bikes. See the website for up-to-date calendar of events

10 locals recommend

Cadwell Park Circuit

10 locals recommend

Cadwell Park Race Circuit. Home to the British Superbike Championships. Full calendar of high octane events for both cars and bikes. See the website for up-to-date calendar of events

Horncastle

Nowadays Horncastle is known for its Antiques centres yet historically it was known for its large horse fair. It is a small market town with a stream running through the centre. There are lots of antique shops, a quirky bookshop, nice coffee shops, independent stores and more than a handful of pubs. The Antiques Shops are listed on a trail map available from the towns post office. Lincolnshire Antiques Centre Laurence Shaw Antiques Great Expectations Drill Hall Antiques Centre Horncastle Antiques Centre Boams, The Old Co-op The Trinity Centre Hare &Sons

46 locals recommend

Horncastle

46 locals recommend

Woodhall Spa

Woodhall Spa is a Victorian Spa Town that has kept all of its vintage charm. It is well known for its 1940’s weekend which is an amazing event to attend; almost like time travel. The town has a famous link to the Dambusters 617 Squadron, as the officers mess was at the Petwood Hotelin the town. The cinema, The Kinema in the Woods, is exactly as it was during wartime. The building, pay booth, decor is exactly as it was during the Second World War. It even has the organ rise out of the stage during the intermission. The Tea House in the Woods has also retained its wartime exterior. The Broadway is the Main Street which has lots of wonderful independent shops, an amazing bakery & deli, bookshop, gift shops, clothes shops, restaurants and cafes. Jubilee park has a heated outdoor swimming pool which is open to all.

66 locals recommend

Woodhall Spa

66 locals recommend

Skegness

What can I say about Skegness? A busy seaside holiday town with all the usual entertainment along the seafront promenade; rides, amusement arcades, bars, rock shops and fish & chip shops The Embassy Theatre is on the seafront as is Natureland with its Seals, penguins and butterfly house. The town centre has a train station and full range of high street stores all within a stones throw of the seafront and it’s sandy beach. The town has a busy nightlife at the weekends and is a little quieter during the week. The supermarkets, Tesco, Lidl, Morrisons and Iceland are all near the train station and centre of town. Marks &Spencer Foodhall, Aldi, B&M are a little further from the centre.

54 locals recommend

Skegness

54 locals recommend

Historical

Historical sites to visit

Gunby Hall

Walk directly from the door, through Candlesby Hall parkland and into the Gunby Estate, all on public footpaths Gunby Hall is homely country house dated 1700 set in Victorian walled gardens at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds, 1mile downhill from Candlesby. Now owned by the National Trust, this sweeping estate secludes a charming country house flanked by Victorian walled gardens. Built in 1700 for the quietly influential Massingberd family, the house features intimate rooms with homely décor and artistic works by notable names. Meandering gardens with striking seasonal colour, creative borders, and picture-perfect lawns. Estate walks offer refreshing scenic views of the flatlands though the estate toward Bratoft and the ruins of the original house of the Massingberd-Mundy family.

38 locals recommend

Gunby Hall

38 locals recommend

Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre

The Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre is an aviation museum in East Kirkby, Lincolnshire, England. It was opened to the public in 1988 by Lincolnshire farmers Fred and Harold Panton, as a memorial to their older brother, Christopher Whitton Panton, who was killed on operations during the Second World War. It is complete with control tower, NAAFI , the working but not quite airworthy Lancaster ‘NX 611, Just Jane’ and a De Havilland Mosquito Open Tues-Sat 0930-1700hrs See the Lincs Aviation website for full details of aircraft interior tours, and aircraft taxi rides, an amazing experience to be inside a moving Lancaster Bomber with all four Merlin engines running - it give you goosebumps!

36 locals recommend

Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre

East Kirkby

36 locals recommend

Bolingbroke Castle

The remains of a 13th century hexagonal castle, home to John O’Gaunt Duke of Lancaster 1340-1399, and birthplace in 1367, to his son, the future King Henry IV. The castle was Besieged and taken by Cromwell's Parliamentarians in 1643. This story of John O’Gaunt, his life, loves, and family lineage to the throne is very interesting indeed. He eventually married his true love, his mistress, Katherine Swynford (nee D’Roet) 1350-1403, legitimising their children. Katherine’s tomb can be seen in Lincoln Cathedral He was a giant of a man, of whom it was said, could not be killed’. This may be due to his height, 6’8” when average height was 5’6”, making his reach with his broadsword far greater than his opponents. His suit of armour is on display in the Royal Armouries in the Tower of London It is free entry to the castle ruins, a very atmospheric place both at dawn and dusk.

9 locals recommend

Bolingbroke Castle

Moat Lane

9 locals recommend

Battle Of Britain Memorial Flight Visitors Centre

What a fantastic experience. A great visit for all ages, get to see and learn about the famous aircraft of World War Two; Avro Lancaster, Hawker Hurricane, Supermarine Spitfire and a Douglas C47 Dakota. Visitor centre is open Mon-Fri 09-1700hrs BBMF, RAF Coningsby, Dogdyke Rd, LN4 4SY

34 locals recommend

Battle Of Britain Memorial Flight Visitors Centre

Dogdyke Road

34 locals recommend

Lincoln Cathedral

Building commenced 1072 in the early gothic style. It was Consecrated 1092. Some believe that it was the tallest building in the world. Its 160 meter central spire completed in 1311 held that title for 238 years until the spire collapsed in 1548. For hundreds of years the cathedral held one of the four remaining copies of the original Magna Carta, now securely displayed in Lincoln Castle. The cathedral is the fourth largest in the UK at around 5,000 square metres It is highly regarded by architectural scholars; the Victorian writer John Ruskin declared: "I have always held ... that the cathedral of Lincoln is out and out the most precious piece of architecture in the British Isles and roughly speaking worth any two other cathedrals we have." The cathedral also houses the burial tomb of Katherine Swynford, wife of John of Gaunt, see Bolingbroke Castle info. It also has some hidden medieval graffiti; ask me and I’ll tell you where to look.

186 locals recommend

Lincoln Cathedral

Minster Yard

186 locals recommend

Lincoln Castle

Lincoln Castle is a major medieval castle constructed during the late 11th century by William the Conqueror on the site of a pre-existing Roman fortress. The castle is unusual in that it has two mottes, It is one of only two such castles in the country. The Castle remained in use as a prison and court into modern times and is one of the better preserved castles in England; the Crown Courts continue to this day. It is open to the public most days of the week and possible to walk around the walls from which there are views of the castle complex, cathedral, the city, and surrounding countryside. The castle often hosts events in the grounds, live music, theatre etc, check their website for current events It is directly across the Bailgate from the Cathedral. The Bailgate is a narrow cobbled street with lovely shops, bars, galleries and restaurants. It leads steeply downhill to the modern day city centre. This is known as Steep Hill.

163 locals recommend

Lincoln Castle

Castle Hill

163 locals recommend

Doddington

Begun in 1595 by Robert Smythson, one of England’s foremost Elizabethan Architects, Doddington Hall was completed in 1600 and has never been sold or cleared out since. An example of a fine late Elizabethan Mansion, it is still a lived-in and much loved family home, alive with history and interest. Originally built for Thomas Tailor, the registrar to the Bishop of Lincoln, Doddington’s mellow brick exterior with its walled courtyards has barely changed. However, in 1749, the Hall was inherited by John Delaval of Seaton Delaval in Northumberland and he carried out an extensive internal re-decoration, incorporating the light & elegant Georgian style still seen today. In 1830 Colonel George Jarvis inherited the house from Sarah Gunman, heiress to the property, and the present owners are direct descendants of his. Over 400 years of unbroken family occupation has resulted in fascinating collections of furniture, weaponry, paintings, ceramics, textiles, household objects, porcelain and a wealth of amusing stories all to be found in and around Doddington Hall. A visit to Doddington offers a unique insight into family life through the ages and the challenges of looking after such an estate in the 21st century. WILDER DODDINGTON ECOSYSTEM RECOVERY The Doddington Estate is ending arable farming and letting nature take over, allowing the Lincoln Red cattle and existing wild deer population managing the landscape. Later we will be adding wild ponies and pigs to the mix. This low intensity grazing will allow the development of wood pasture, wetlands and species-rich grassland across the previously extensively drained and conventionally farmed estate.

Doddington

Belvoir Castle

Belvoir Castle’s history dates back to the eleventh century. It is the ancestral home of the Duke of Rutland, where the family have lived in an unbroken line for almost a thousand years. Crowning a hill, the Castle’s turrets and towers rise over the Vale of Belvoir like an illustration in a romantic fairy-tale. The name Belvoir – meaning ‘beautiful view’ in French, and pronounced today as ‘beaver’ – dates back to Norman times. A great day out with beautiful rooms, gardens, a lovely cafe and tearooms known for their Afternoon Teas!

87 locals recommend

Belvoir Castle

Woolsthorpe Road

87 locals recommend

Nature & Country

Nature Reserves, Countryside Beauty Spots and some great walks!

Candlesby

Candlesby is criss-crossed by public footpaths leading from the door, across beautiful parkland or through productive farmland. Walkers and nature lovers are welcome to use the paths to cross farmland, although please exercise caution when crossing fields containing livestock especially if you have a dog. Please keep to the country code; close gates behind you, keep dogs on a lead when near livestock as what they may think of as playing may terrify sheep or cattle. Cows with calves should be given a wide berth as they will see a dog as a threat and will protect their calf. . There is a large framed 1:10,000 scale OS map of Candlesby on the wall of the barn, and two folded OSmaps of the area to help you plan your walks. Please just ask me if you’d like any directions

Candlesby

Snipe Dales

Lincs Wildlife Trusts Snipe Dales is 4 miles from Spilsby, it’s is an area of two halves with mixed woodland in the Country Park and wet valleys, grassland and scrub in the nature reserve. This diversity supports a wide range of birds and other wildlife including butterflies and dragonflies. Walking through the landscape is pleasant at any time of year. In autumn and winter, treecreepers and goldcrests forage in the woodlands, along with siskin and brambling. In the spring, with the return of migrating warblers and the breeding season getting underway, the valleys and woods are filled with bird song. Dogs are welcome in the country park.

44 locals recommend

Snipe Dales

B1195

44 locals recommend

Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve

Gibraltar Point is a dynamic stretch of unspoilt coastline running southwards from the edge of Skegness to the mouth of the Wash. Known for its impressive views and sheer scale and diversity of wildlife, Gibraltar Point is worth visiting in different seasons to fully appreciate its landscape. There is a permanent path across the wetland to the dunes and expansive beach beyond. A lovely walk regardless of season, although appropriate clothing does help! It’s has a large car park and visitor centre. It has a wrap-around glass balcony where you can enjoy a breakfast roll, morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead.

47 locals recommend

Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve

Gibraltar Road

47 locals recommend

Chapel Point

A ten mile drive from Candlesby and you’re at Chapel Point. Once part of a major coastal defence line during the Second World War, Chapel Point has been restored and developed into an ideal spot to enjoy Lincolnshire’s coast. This sandy beach is dog friendly, stretches for miles in both directions and is home to traditional seaside beach huts and the spectacular North Sea Observatory, providing a welcoming atmosphere and great views in every direction. Chapel Point beach is the ideal space for dog walkers, fishermen and beach lovers craving the fresh sea air. After a brisk walk pop in to the Seascape Café & gallery for a drink or bite to eat.

Chapel Point

Transport info

Transport info for Candlesby

Candlesby

Candlesby Transport options - TAXIS - Steve’s Taxi - see pic Ants Cabs - see pic CALL CONNECT- BUS- Candlesby is on the main bus route Skegness to Lincoln, no56. CANDLESBY 0916 every hour after Lincoln to skegness CANDLESBY 0925 every hour after Check Stagecoach timetable to confirm days and times. TRAIN - Newark or Grantham nearest mainline station. Grimsby 38m miles Boston 18miles Skegness 10 miles Wainfleet 5 miles (occasional use) Thorpe Culvert 3miles (1per day) AIRPORTS- Humberside 42 miles East Midlands 67miles Leeds Bradford 122 miles Norwich 103 miles London Stanstead 120miles

Candlesby

Shows and Events

Lincolnshire

COUNTRY SHOWS, EVENTS & MARKET DAYS . MARKET DAYS…. Spilsby- Monday Louth - Wed, Fri & Saturday Horncastle- Thursday Wainfleet - Friday . COUNTRY SHOWS… Brocklesby Country Fair - June Lincolnshire Show - June 21/22 2023 Wrangle Show - July 2nd 2023 Spilsby Show - July 9th 2023 Heckington Show - July 29/30 2023 Burghley Horse Trials 30aug-3 Sept . MARKET RASEN RACECOURSE…. The course is a right-handed oval with a circumference of around one-and-a-quarter miles. Although National Hunt racing is traditionally a winter sport, Market Rasen stages a year-round programme of racing. See it’s website for details of Race days and events. .

Lincolnshire