Snipe Dales Country Park

North of the B1195 between Spilsby and Horncastle, Tel: 01522 552821. www.lincstrust.org.uk/reserves/snipe/index.php

Waymarked trails lead through both the nature reserve and country park where you can enjoy ponds, broad open, rides and steep sided valleys, fretted by streams. Covers 210 acres.

Red Hill Nature Reserve

www.lincstrust.org.uk/reserves/nr/reserve.php?mapref=37

Situated above Goulceby, the most spectacular feature of the reserve is the exposure of the Red Chalk, a formation that only occurs in Norfolk, Lincolnshire and Yorkshire. Has beautiful views.

Hubbards Hills

On the outskirts of Louth lies Hubbards Hills, a chalk steep-sided valley. All year long this parkland has something special to offer. Marvel at the spectacular sight of the huge skeleton-like trees forming an arched valley. On sunnier days children of all ages enjoy splashing in and out of the River Lud that gently flows along, enjoying an ice cream from the café, playing games on the huge expanses of grass and picnicking alongside the ducks.

Willingham Woods

www.willinghamwoods.com

Situated just over 1 mile outside of Market Rasen on the A631 towards Louth, ideally situated to stop in for an ice cream or to walk around the woods with the children and the dogs. You can also venture around the woods on your bicycle on one of the trails.

Goltho House Gardens and Nursery

Wragby Road, Goltho, Market Rasen, LN8 5NF

www.golthogardens.com

A delightful family run 4.5 acre garden tucked away 1 mile from Wragby. The garden now boasts a long grass walk flanked by abundantly planted mixed borders, from which a network of paths and walkways meander out to other features.

Market Rasen Racecourse

Legsby Road, Market Rasen, LN8 3EA, Tel: 01673 843434 www.marketrasenraces.co.uk

Set in its rural surroundings Market Rasen is the only racecourse in Lincolnshire and offers a unique experience. The friendly family atmosphere and amazing views around the course are unmatched anywhere in the country. It really is the perfect place for a great day out!!

Cadwell Park Motor Racing Circuit

The Old Manor House, Cadwell Park, Louth, LN11 9SE Tel: 01507 343248, http://www.motorsportvision.co.uk/cadwell-park/index.asp

Bolingbroke Castle remains

Old Bolingbroke, Spilsby, www.bolingbrokecastle.com

Bolingbroke Castle is a prime example of 13th century castle design complete with a large gatehouse, round towers and a moat. Today the castle is a ruin with only the ground floors of the towers remaining and the lower parts of the walls.

Stockwith Mill

Harrington Road, Hagworthingham, Spilsby, PE23 4NE Tel: 01507 588221, www.stockwithmill.co.uk

17th Century watermill with working waterwheel, tearooms, restaurant, craft shop, plants and walks over 80 acres of the Wolds.

Tetford Tea Room

East Road, Tetford, Horncastle, LN9 6QQ Tel: 01507 533276 http://www.tetfordcountrycottages.co.uk

A great place to stop for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea if you enjoy fishing or are walking or cycling. Tetford Country Cottages has a fishing lake, tearoom, shop and toilet facilities (not for the disabled at this time).

Claythorpe Watermill & Wildfowl Gardens

Aby, near Alford, 01507 450687, www.claythorpewatermill.co.uk

A beautiful 18th century listed water-mill set in the lovely Lincolnshire Wolds. Idyllic riverside setting. Restaurant, tea rooms, fairy tale woods, gift and country fayre shops, exhibit areas.

Willingham Fayre Ice Cream Parlour and Cafe

Ashgrove Farm, North Willingham, Market Rasen, LN8 3RJ, Tel: 01673 838123, www.willinghamfayre.co.uk

A family-run business that makes speciality ice cream and has a large indoor and outdoor eating area. See the llamas in the pet's corner. 

Hall Farm Park

South Kelsey, Market Rasen, LN7 6PS, Tel: 01652 678822, www.hallfarmpark.co.uk

Fun filled farming experience. All weather facilities include: indoor play barn, outdoor play area, indoor animal barn and animal paddocks, under 5's area, pedal go-kart track, heritage shed, tearoom and picnic area, nature trail, tractor and trailer rides, goat walking, animal feeding, demonstrations.

Rand Farm Park

Rand, Lincoln, LN8 5NJ, Tel: 01673 858904, randfarmpark.com

A genuine working farm for children of all ages to enjoy. You will find them near the main A158 Lincoln to Skegness road, about 2 miles on the Lincoln side of Wragby. There's a large variety of animals to hold, feed, touch and cuddle. The indoor heated play areas ensure the fun doesn't stop when the weather's bad, plus there's a spacious tearoom.

Northcotes Heavy Horse Centre

Great Steeping, nr Spilsby, PE23 5PS, Tel: 01754 830286

www.northcotehorses.com

A non profit organisation run entirely by volunteers. The Centre provides a home and caring facilities for horses with particular needs and earnestly believes that these horses, who have given their all in their working environment, should be allowed to enjoy the remainder of their lives in a happy, caring environment where they can contribute to the happiness of others.

Brackenborough Medieval Village Parkland

Brakenborough Hall, Louth, LN11 0NS, Tel: 01507 603193

www.brackenboroughhall.com/history.html

The Park is the site of the deserted medieval village of Brackenborough. The ‘humps and bumps’ in the Park show very clearly the shape of the village which existed from before the Doomsday Book until after the Black Death in the 14th century with a population at times of over 100 inhabitants. Inclusive guided tours of the house, grounds, deserted medieval village and farm are available to guests who are interested.

Gunby Hall and Gardens

Gunby, Spilsby, PE23 5SS

www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Five-Sailed Alford Windmill

32 East Street, Alford, LN13 9EQ Tel: 01507 462136 www.fivesailed.co.uk

Enjoy a tour of this beautiful working windmill on the edge of Alford market town. Freshly milled flours and cereals available, home cooking and healthy eating in our stylish tea room. Quality antiques, reproduction and modern furniture in the old Engine House.

St James Church Louth

Tel: 01507 603213, www.stjameschurchlouth.com

The Parish Church of St James is a magnificent 15th century building with a spire of 295 feet. There are guides, a shop, refreshments and toilets.

Spoutyard Park Office and Gallery

Ludgate, Louth, LN11 0NW, Tel: 01507 609091, www.spoutyard.co.uk

The park is a secluded green space alongside the River Lud allowing visitors the chance to enjoy an attractive and very peaceful natural setting close to the centre of town. It has a catering kiosk and outdoor stage and art gallery giving opportunities for regular exhibitions, occasional public events and refreshment facilities in the summer.

Wold View Fisheries Country Park

Pelham Road, Claxby, LN8 3YR, Tel: 01472 825403, www.woldviewfisheries.com

Set in the heart over looked by the Lincolnshire Wolds, this new 6 lake fishing complex has something for all the family. The site features a small shop and cafe with toilets. It is ideal for picnics or just a leisurely walk around the lakes and wildlife. Set in beautiful secure and safe surroundings. Open Fishing matches every weekend and day tickets by booking. The site is regularly used by local authorities for fishing and outdoor pursuits.