Among the county’s best seaside resorts is Skegness, a pretty bucket-and-spade town popular with families. Traditional seafront fare, such as donkey rides, fairground rides and pantomimes, are just some of the attractions which keep families coming back year after year.
Alternatively, if you are staying further north of the county you’ll want to check out Cleethorpes and Mablethorpe Town Beach, where the seafront is just as lively.
If the idea of sand between your toes doesn’t appeal to you, then you needn’t worry – there are plenty of other ways to explore the great outdoors on your Lincolnshire break. From the rolling hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds to the limestone crags of Lincoln Edge, there’s ample opportunity to explore central England’s diverse landscape.
What to see on a Lincolnshire break
If an adventure-packed Lincolnshire holiday is what you had in mind, then you’ll want to use the Wolds as a jumping off spot. Here is where steep valleys meet calcareous ravines – many of which were formed nearly 80 million years ago. Along with rock formations, you’ll find swathes of vegetation nestled against swaying salt marshes.
To see the history of this county at its best, head straight to Lincoln Castle. Conveniently located in Lincoln’s city centre, this is one of the region’s oldest structures and is home to one of just four surviving copies of the Magna Carta. What’s more, this was one of several fortifications commissioned by William the Conqueror during the 11th-century.
Next up on your itinerary should be Lincoln Cathedral. This spire-topped Gothic masterpiece is regarded by many as one of the most spectacular cathedrals in all of Great Britain and is a must-see on a Lincolnshire weekend break. From the motif-carved wooden trusses to the cathedral’s medieval rose window, it’s easy to see why this awe-inspiring building is so highly-regarded by those who have passed through its doors.