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20-21 is a contemporary visual arts centre run by North Lincolnshire Council.

20-21 aims to provide a varied, innovative, lively and accessible programme of high quality exhibitions and related events and activities which engage audiences to promote a greater awareness, understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of contemporary visual arts and crafts..

20-21 Visual Arts Centre
St John’s Church
Church Square
Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire
DN15 6TB

Telephone: +44 (0)1724 297070

Reputedly the largest thatched manor house in the country, Alford Manor House was built to a traditional H plan in 1611. It is a very rare example of a composite structure, featuring a wooden frame with reed and plaster (visible from within the house), encased in brick. Ground floor and first floor rooms feature design interventions from Georgian through to Victorian times, whilst the attic floor is virtually untouched since 1611.

The Manor House
West Street
Alford
Lincolnshire
LN13 9HT

Telephone: +44 (0)1 507 463 073

One of the country’s oldest family breweries. It is based on an old windmill, dating back two centuries and overlooks the River Steeping. If you are in the area and love beer this is well worth a visit with a great deal to see and no visit is complete without a few beers purchased and stowed away to take home.

Batemans Brewery Visitor Centre
Salem Bridge Brewery
Mill Lane
Wainfleet
Lincolnshire
PE24 4JE

Telephone: 01754 880317

Whilst exploring Lincolnshire in a motorhome take a peaceful trip to Belton House; a magnificent 17th century country house. Within Belton House stunning antique collections can be witnessed, with exquisite displays of silverware and furniture. Outside there are plenty more attractions to explore such as the Orangery, the Italian and Dutch Gardens and the expertly landscaped deer park. Also on site is the National Trust’s largest adventure playground, an ideal way to keep children entertained.

Belton House has even been used as the filming location for many high profile BBC television programs including Jane Eyre, Tom Jones and Pride and Prejudice.

Belton House
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG32 2LS
01476 566116

Belvoir Castle meaning beautiful view is in Lincolnshire. It has been the anancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland for one thousand years. It hosts anumber of events through out the year. It is also frequented by Prince Charles.

Lincolnshire is one of the most pleasant counties to drive around in a motorhome. For a great day out whilst in the area, a trip to Burghley House is ideal. Burghley is one of the largest and grandest Elizabethan Houses known to exist, dating back 1555. Many collections and exhibitions are on display at Burghley including the world famous Chinese Snuff Bottle display. Outside there are more than 2000 acres of stunning parkland and gardens including a deer park, sculpture garden and garden of surprises.

Burghley has also been used as a filming location for several Hollywood blockbuster films including Pride and Prejudice (2005), The Da Vinci Code (2006), and Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007).

Burghley House
Stamford
Lincs
PE9 3JY
Telephone: 01780 752451
Email: burghley@burghley.co.uk

12 acres of ‘lost’ gardens, enhanced by the beautiful valley surrounding it. Abandoned for 50 years, it is now has seen several years of restoration. A lovely garden to visit, check their website for more information and opening times.

Easton Walled Gardens
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 5AP

Tel: 01476 530063

The Old Rectory, with its methodist heritage, belonged to the Wesley family and contains some of their items and furniture from the period. Visit Epworth Old Rectory website for opening times and more information.

Epworth Old Rectory
1 Rectory Street
Epworth
North Lincolnshire
DN9 1HX

Telephone: +44 (0) 1427 872268

Park your motorhome or campervan at the reserves south carpark, in the knowledge that income from car parking helps to manage the reserve. Then walk to the visitor centre and explore the Wild Coast Exhibition and Nature Discovery Room.Visit The Point Cafe and Look-out and gift shop.
This is the reserve to see seashores, sand-dunes, saltmarshes and freshwater habitats extending for a distance of about 3 miles along the Lincolnshire coast, from the southern end of Skegness to the entrance of the Wash.There is an observation platform at Mill Hill with extensive views of the surrounding landscape, and public hides overlook the Mere and Fenland Lagoon. Check out the Wildlife Trusts website of Gibraltar point for more information.

Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve

Dating back to the 13th century, when building began, this is worth visiting when you are in the area with your motor home or campervan. Inside are the collection of paintings, furniture, tapestries and objects d’art that fill the state rooms. Thrones and furnishings from the House of Lords are also on display. Outside there is a tearoom with home made cakes and of course the scenic park to view. Visit their website for more information.

Grimsthorpe Castle
The Estate Office
Grimsthorpe
Bourne
Lincolnshire
PE10 0LY
England

Telephone: +44 (0)1778 591205

See Common (Harbour) seals, some of the adult seals in the Sanctuary Bay pool were original babies rescued and reared in the late 1960’s. Feeding times are especially fun to watch. Visit their website for more information about the Sanctury, opening times and ticket prices.

Natureland Seal Sanctuary
North Parade
Skegness
Lincolnshire
PE25 1DB

Retail Shopping outlet with festivals, live entertainment, regular Sale Events and lovely gardens to wander around. Visit their website for event updates and more information.

Springfields Outlet Shopping & Festival Gardens
Camelgate
Spalding
Lincolnshire
PE12 6EU

Telephone:01775 760 909

May 29 / 30
July 31 Aug 1
October 9 / 10
December 4 / 5

Run by Arthur Swallow Fairs, this is a massive International fair of Antiques and Collectables, Home and Garden Show.

Swinderby Antiques Fair is situated at RAF Swinderby in Lincolnshire next to the main A46 Newark to Lincoln road. Clearly visible from the road, this massive fair is worth a visit. Check out their website for more information.

Most, but not all, of the exhibits are indoors. The Airfield is depicted and includes a special bay for each Squadron. Also areas showing Civilian Life in Lincolnshire, the battle for Arnhem, and the Tirpitz and much more. Check opening times before your journey.

Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre
Nr. Woodhall Spa
Lincolnshire
England

The Museum is open to visitors on selected days during the year.

The Trolleybus Museum
Belton Road
Sandtoft
Doncaster
DN8 5SX

Telephone:01724 711391

A? collection of historical objects and art. The views of Lincoln from the gallery are also stunning.

Usher Gallery
Lindum Road
Lincoln
LN2 1NN
Lincolnshire

Telephone:01522 527980

Woodhall Spa is a unique Edwardian Spa town worthy of a visit. The Woodhall Spa Cottage Museum is run entirely by volunteers and shows Woodhall Spa’s past. The Visitor Tourist Information Centre is also housed at the cottage.

Woodhall Spa Cottage Museum
Iddesleigh Road
Woodhall Spa
LN10 6SH
Tel: 01526 353775

Whilst travelling around Lincolnshire in a motorhome why not visit Woolsthorpe Manor, a 17th century manor house and birthplace of Sir Issac Newton.

Woolsthorpe Manor contains an exhibit dedicated to Newton and his childhood in the area. There is also a Interactive Science Discovery Centre for those looking to follow in his footsteps. There are free parking facilities, a small shop and refreshment centre on site to make sure that all visitors are well looked after during their stay.

You can even see the apple tree which allegedly inspired Newton to develop his theories on gravity!!

Woolsthorpe Manor
Water Lane
Woolsthorpe by Colsterworth
nr Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 5PD
TEL:(44) 01476 860338