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Skegness, Lincolnshire

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Welcome to this year’s Skeggy Guide!

We’re delighted to welcome visitors to Lincolnshire’s exciting East Coast for the 2009 season, with Skegness, Ingoldmells, Mablethorpe and Cleethorpes each gearing up for a long hot summer of the best in traditional seaside entertainment and the latest attractions combining to make your holiday the best ever!

With thank s to Lincolns cover imag hir e and photo e Tourism and ELDC graphs us ed through for supplying out this pu blication.

The area has existed as a seaside resort for over a century, and has something to keep visitors of all ages amused no matter what the weather, as well as some of the country’s cleanest beaches and areas of natural beauty.

No matter what you’re looking for on holiday, we’re certain that you’ll find it on Lincolnshire’s brilliant East Coast!

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A specialised collection of animals including seals, penguins, tropical butterflies (April to October), tropical birds, aquarium, reptiles, pets corner, animal brass rubbing, etc.

Well known for rescuing and rearing abandoned seal pups and returning them to the wild.

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THE ELMS GOLF CENTRE DRIVING RANGE, 9 HOLE PAR 3 COURSE OPEN DAILY • Lounge Bar • Food • Putting Green • Practice Bunker

Also Bowling Green

A52 – 4 Miles from Skegness Tel: (01754) 881230 ALL FACILITIES OPEN TO NON MEMBERS

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Skegness, Lincolnshire

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It’s so bracing...

Skegness, the flagship resort of Lincolnshire’s East Coast, is a haven for holidaymakers, now featuring a redesigned multimillion pound foreshore area with the Embassy Centre attracting holidaymaker favourites from Ken Dodd and Joe Pasquale to David Essex and even Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown as well as many 60s and 70s bands to ensure a healthy mix of live entertainment whatever your taste.

One of Skegness’ greatest assets has to be its enduring capacity to provide a great atmosphere, one of a bustling, happy summertime nature with children of all ages, families and a more mature holidaymaker each able to mix, and share the fantastic beach.

Skegness has frequently been commended in the Tidy Britain’s group’s Seaside Award for their efforts to maintain healthy clean beaches.

The award will complement regular Blue Flag awards for tidy beaches making the East Coast’s golden sands among the cleanest and most pleasant in Britain.

In addition to its beach and myriad of seaside shops, amusement arcades and sellers of traditional seaside fayre from fish & chips and candy floss to waffles & ice creams, there are also dozens of attractions including Natureland, Hardy’s Animal Farm and the Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve, or Bottons’ Pleasure Beach, Skegness Stadium and Ingoldmell’s Fantasy Island resort, with its white knuckle rides, markets and live shows for those seeking a less sedate day trip or holiday.

The town’s Butlins resort now boasts modernised accommodation, shows and theme weekends for those of all ages and for families, or adults seeking a weekend break from the family. The late Sir Billy Butlin set up the resort in 1936 and this year it is anticipated that over 350,000 people will stay there over the season, with many more visiting for a single day, enjoying the facilities the complex has to offer, including Splash Waterworld, the entertainment provided at Reds and the fun and games always going on in the Skyline pavilion.

More information available from Skegness Tourist Information Centre, Telephone 01754 899887

Jolly Fisherman - 100 years old Now over a century old, Skegness’ most famous icon, the Jolly Fisherman, and the slogan Skegness is So Bracing was originally commissioned by the Great Northern Railway Company in 1908, when the town was attracting 300,000 visitors a year. Drawn by artist John Hassall, who received 12 guineas for the work, it quickly became a huge success, attracting visitors from all over the

country to visit the holiday destination, often via its convenient rail links.

It is thought that the slogan was the work of one of the railway’s employees rather than Hassall himself, and though Hassall died in 1948 a poor man of 80 years, he never lost his passion for the town, declaring that “The reality of Skegness has eclipsed all my anticipations.”

Fun - Checklist

Skegness Stadium – amazing entertainment and fast paced fun!

North Parade Bingo – brilliant prizes and great entertainment... House!

Skegness Natureland – discover seals, sealions and a host of other playful animals!

Bateman’s Visitor Centre – discover Lincolnshire’s largest brewery.

Chequered Flag – ready, steady, go... fast family fun at this exciting go-kart track!

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Oh we do like to be beside the

Seaside

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Sand Whilst holidays should always be fun, they must also be safe…

Peter Cornall, RoSPA Head of Beach Safety, said: “Recent summers’ heatwaves have seen more than 150 people drown both inland and on the UK coast in June, July and August alone, and many people whilst sunbathing fail to keep an eye on their children, leaving them to play independently.”

Don’t use inflatables in the sea, keep an eye on young children and investigate the area around which they are playing to check for broken glass and other

Welcome to Lincolnshire’s clean safe beaches!

Skegness’ main seafront beach is well regarded and has won Tidy Britain awards for the past 15 years for being clean and safe for families, as well as Blue Flag recommendations for being well staffed throughout the season by trained lifeguards. Similarly, Mablethorpe’s Central Beach is a bustling, safe and equally clean beach that’s perfect for family fun, but whilst popular, both of these areas are just the beginning of Lincolnshire’s coastline.

If, you’re looking for somewhere a little quieter, it’s worth exploring the Lincolnshire coastline in more depth, after all, a seaside holiday simply isn’t the same without plenty of sun, sea and sand, whether you’re seeking sandcastles and family fun or nature walks and great surfing.

For those seeking nature, Theddlethorpe’s coast, between Mablethorpe and Saltfleet, attracts an abundance of wildlife and is perfect for anyone interested in bird watching or nature walks. Likewise, the coastline of the Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve is equally abundant in wildlife with some excellent visitor facilities for an educational visit too.

For water sports meanwhile, Sutton on Sea, between Mablethorpe and Chapel St Leonards is reputed for its water quality, and nearby Sandilands is popular with those seeking surfing, with waves that are challenging, whilst still remaining safe.

Finally, for secluded romantic nature walks or family rambles, our recommendation is to stop off at Mogg’s Eye, a beach running from the south of Sandilands to Anderby Creek, which has a reputation for being unspoilt and is excellent for dog walking and fishing.

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hazards before you choose a spot in which to relax, and you can rest assured that your holiday won’t be spoilt by nasty accidents.

Sea Lincolnshire’s beaches are among the safest and cleanest around the country, but do pay attention to the various flags used to signal danger…

The presence of a red flag signals danger, and indicates that you shouldn’t be swimming or surfing in the area.

Red flags are frequently used when dangerous rip currents are present.

Red and yellow flags, meanwhile, indicate areas frequented swimmers and body board-ers.

These are the areas most closely supervised by lifeguards.

Finally, chequered flags indicate areas used by surfers, and consequently, swimming should be avoided when chequered flags are displayed.

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Splash out this holiday!

Swimming fun for everyone!

If you’re needing to cool down this summer there’s no better way than a refreshing dip in one of the East Coast’s swimming pools! Here’s our pick of the bunch...

Seaside Donkeys Skegness’ donkeys are among the happiest in the country and love giving rides to children on Skegness’ main beach and on beaches at Ingoldmells and Cleethorpes each summer.

Owner John Nuttall ensures that his 60 donkeys have their annual checkup before each season begins and has won the national Best Seaside Donkey award for three years running.

• The Butlins resort at Ingoldmells, just near Skegness, offers a huge indoor waterpark style swimming pool with twisty flumes, sub-tropical climate, bubble pools and water cannons. Day passes to the whole resort are available from £24 for a family ticket covering two adults and two children. Call to check availability on 01754 765567.

• Skegness’ Embassy Swimming Pool is available to visitors on Skegness’ Grand

Parade all year round for just £3.25 a session or £2.70 for concessions. Check for availability though, as the centre hosts timetabled visits by schools and other groups. Call 01754 610675.

• Cleethorpes’ Leisure Centre also has a 25m swimming pool with sauna, steam room and spa. Splash Happy sessions are family friendly. £3.20 and £2.40 for adults and concessions. Call 01472 323200 for prices and availability.

• Finally, the Fairy Dell outside paddling pool in Skegness reopened last year after a £250,000 renovation. Ideal for younger children and toddlers.

The family has had seaside donkeys for over 100 years and work from Easter to September each year.

Suncream Make sure that you return from your holiday looking golden brown, not red raw!

Whilst fun in the sun is an essential part of any seaside holiday, ensuring that you’re properly protected from the sun can mean the difference between going home with a healthy tan or looking like an injured lobster!

Always buy a sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) according to your skin type, and remember that SPF is a measure of protection not length of time.

SPF 15 or more is recommended, and will provide 15 times the protection compared to that if you had no sunscreen applied to your skin.

Sunscreen should not be used to extend the length of time you can sunbathe.

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Butlins has a wealth of attractions for visitors... and it’s open to day guests too!

Kids FUN

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Mum, what can we do today?

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Mum, what can we do today?

Skegness has a range of activities to suit both older and younger families, and during your holiday, it’s a good idea not only to explore Skegness itself, but to venture a little further afield and discover the whole of the East Coast. If you like Skegness’ bustling, busy atmosphere but still want to take a little time out and enjoy some rest and relaxation, Mablethorpe, just up the A52 coastal road, offers a similar variety of activities to try but with a slightly quieter ambience.

There are plenty of fun activities around Skegness, how will you fit them all in?!?

Similarly, the nearby towns of Alford and Spilsby are a real blast from the past, with some lovely local attractions. Further up the coast, Grimsby and Cleethorpes are busy, well populated, but still extremely friendly towns preserving a local atmosphere and offering plenty more tourist attractions and some great shopping.

On the way there and back, you can enjoy some idyllic, well preserved natural beauty spots, deserted beaches for family games of football, and some stunning coastal scenery!

When it’ s sunny You MUST visit... fun Skegness really is packed with es are beach many s n’ regio activities… the for relaxing, clean, safe and simply perfect a game of building sandcastles or enjoying crazy golf, a volleyball. Elsewhere, there’ s Skegness’ model village, Tower Gardens Museum to beautiful park, and Church Farm out! s sun’ the when keep you busy

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RUSHMOOR COUNTRY PARK Rushmoore Country Park is a delight when the sun is shining down!

Based at North Cockerington, Louth, it features a rare breed and poultry centre, pony & trap, and petting zoo with rabbits, chinchillas, ferrets and hamsters, so children can cuddle, pick up and play with animals. Meawhile, for the grown ups, there’s a tea room and picnic area!

NATIONAL FISHING HERITAGE CENTRE Grimsby’s National Fishing Heritage Centre is a fascinating day out for the whole family. The tour of the area’s fishing industry recreates a 1950s voyage to fishing grounds, has a whole 1950s street and and a collection of historic vessels in the adjacent dock.

Call 01472 323345 for visitor information and up to date exhibition details.

It’ s raining cats & dogs Unfortunately, there’ s nothing as unpredictable as the British weather, but when it starts to rain, don’ t despair, there’ s still plenty to do! Enjoy a show at Skegness’ Embassy Centre, and Skegness Pier with its Laser Quest AND Ten Pin Bowling AND there’ s also the slot machines of course!

RAINY

FUN things for kids to do when it RAINS...

SPLASH WATERWORLD Butlins’ huge indoor swimming pool complex is open to day visitors.

The perfect way to stay active and have lots of fun even when it’s chucking it down outside!

From £24 for a family of four, £29 for a family ticket after 2pm. The resort is open from 10am-6pm, last admission at 4pm.

THE JUNGLE Cleethorpes’ Jungle, just up the coastal road, offers plenty of wild and wonderful animals, with new ring tailed lemurs providing much hilarity, and joining an existing menagerie of parrots, meerkats and iguanas to offer a rare insight into wildlife in a tropical setting that’s perfect when the rain is falling!

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ANY MUSEUM M O R GORDON BOSWELL

Visit the unique Gordon Boswell Romany Museum for an insight into the Romany way of life.

The Museum is all about the history of the Boswell family dating back 300 years. It includes a collection of family photographs, horse drawn gypsy wagons, carts & harness etc.

Open March to October.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays. 11.00am - 4.30pm

Clay Lake, Spalding, Lincs PE12 6BL

Tel: 01775 710599

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Food for thought on the East Coast...

g in h t y r e v e h it w s p i Ch Takeaways

McDonalds Grand Parade Esplanade Tel: 01754 899283.

KFC Chicken 6 Lumley Square, Skegness PE25 3QL Tel: 01754 768218 Pizza Hut Skegness Retail Park, Heath Rd, Skegness, Lincolnshire PE25 3ST Tel: 01754 769667 Point Pizza Ingoldmells Point, Ingoldmells, Skegness, Lincolnshire PE25 1LQ Tel: 01754 874931 Subway Sandwiches Sea Lane, Ingoldmells, Skegness, PE25 1PG Tel: 01754 875376

Rock around the Clock Tower Don’t forget to take home some seaside rock after your holiday!

Skegness has plenty of confectioners lining Lumley Road and Grand Parade, all of whom sell delicious novelty confectionery. One company producing traditional seaside rock is Sweet Thoughts.

The company is based on Skegness’ Hawthorn Road and still make their products by hand, but have you ever

wondered how the company manages to put the word ‘Skegness’ through the centre?

After boiling sugar and glucose to 300ºc in a large copper kettle and cooling to the desired temperature, the mixture is aerated, flavoured and coloured.

Letters are then handmade by alternative strips of toffee with the rock itself. The lettering is then batch rolled and pulled into long strings.

“Lincolnshire has a wealth of great food, great food providers and the best local ingredients!”

Zorbas Kebab House & Pizzas 132a, Wainfleet Rd, Skegness, Lincolnshire PE25 3RX Tel: 01754 768459 Little China Chinese Takeaway 119, Drummond Rd, Skegness, Lincolnshire PE25 3ES Tel: 01754 611889 Debao Chinese Takeaway 115, Drummond Rd, Skegness, Lincolnshire PE25 3EP Tel: 01754 766820 Dragon Pearl Chinese Takeaway 350, Roman Bank, Winthorpe, Skegness, Lincolnshire PE25 1QP Tel: 01754 769075 Taj Mahal High St, Ingoldmells, Skegness, Lincolnshire PE25 1NS Tel: 01754 871767 Nesha Indian Restaurant 4, High St, Alford, Lincolnshire LN13 9DS Tel: 01507 462555 To list your takeaway in next year’s Skeggy and East Coast guide email svg@whitespacepublishers.co.uk.

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Restaurants Lincolnshire has hundreds of gastropubs and restaurants for those seeking comfortable dining.

For an evening meal, suggestions include: The Barley Mow, Wainfleet St Mary, 01754 820883.

The Millhouse, Covenham St Bartholemew, Louth 01507 363 652.

Kenwick Park, Kenwick Hill, Louth 01507 608 806.

Woody’s, Woodthorpe, Nr Alford 01507 450079.

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Ice cream You don’t have to wander far in Skegness to find ice creams!

A chip off the old block.. .

Some of the best examples in the town come from local producers, including Appleby’s Ices (01507 359002), Dennetts (01790 752573), and a little further down the coast, Skinners of Boston (01205 364998).

For chips on the East Coa st, there’s really only one place to be... Skegness’ High Street, also known locally as Chip Pan Alle y because of its high concentration of ‘chippie s’ and takeaways!

Common to many of the chippies is fresh Grim sby fish, chips made from Lincolnshire potatoes or ‘taties’ and, naturally, a good spoonful of mushy pea s!

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Appleby’s Ices on the A1031 between Mablethorpe and Cleethorpes has a great coffee shop & restaurant serving hot and cold food.

Meanwhile, Dennetts, based at Spilsby, provides ice cream to many of the county’s best restaurants.

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Cockles and Mussels... and all sorts of other fish!

The seaside wouldn’t be the seaside without cockles and mussels, fresh fish and the occasional crabstick.

With Grimsby just an hour or so up the road, you’re spoilt for choice for fresh fish on the East Coast, and two of our favourite fishmongers are S W Elkington on the High Street, and the Skegness Shellfish Co on Tower Esplanade.

If you’re after something fishy in Skegness, the world is... quite literally... your oyster...!

Those fishing from the end of Skegness Pier report catching sole, bass, thornbacks and mackeral throughout the summer and whiting and cod later on in the year.

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Pubs, Clubs, Bingo, and Slot Machines...

PUBS

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RIDES

BINGO

Pubs and Clubs Discover a wealth of pubs and clubs in Skegness!

Among the most popular in the town is The Victoria on Wainfleet Road (01754 765124) which offers live entertainment and Wii Bowling on Friday, Curryoke on Saturday with free curry from 8pm, and poker on Sunday evenings!

Meanwhile, Bar Fly on Grand Parade (01754 763272) has a house DJ six nights a week, with a karaoke night on Wed. Another popular venue for holidaymakers is the Litten Tree, Grand Parade

(01754 898199), offering a karaoke on Tuesday, DJ on Friday and Saturday evenings with sporting events courtesy of Sky+ and Setanta Sports live throughout summer.

The big switch on...

Skegness’ illuminations really are a sight to behold, and this year, you can see for yourself from 25th July 2009, when the lights will be switched on across the town.

From the switch-on, the town’s seafront is known as the Platinum kilometre because of the illuminations.

Last year, TV’s Jane McDonald turned on the lights, following recent years celebrities which have included Antony Cotton and Tupele Dorgu, Coronation Street’s Sean and Kelly, and former Eastenders actor Shane Richie.

The ceremony will be completed by a national celebrity (to be confirmed), and will take place at the Clock Tower at the bottom of Lumley Road & Grand Parade. The illuminations begin in July and continue well into November lighting up the whole of the resort, with the tradition dating back to the 1950s.

Meanwhile, Mablethorpe will switch on its illuminations on 19th July 2008.

For more information contact the Skegness Tourist Information Centre on 01754 899887 or Mablethorpe Tourist Information Centre on 01507 474939.

Embassy Centre...

Grand Parade’s Embassy Centre is host to a wealth of shows, musical performances and comedy evenings.

Look out for an evening of Rock ‘n’ Roll on Sunday 24th May with Made in Britain, The Ultimate 60s Show on Sunday 14th June, or Jane McDonald in concert on Saturday 18th July.

If you love comedy, see Joe Pasquale on Sunday 19th July, the VERY rude Chubby Brown on Wednesday 22nd July or, on Sunday 9th August, Jimmy Carr.

Call 0845 6740505 to confirm acts and for information on additional acts and performances.

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Batemans, the local, real ale, Lincolnshire pint...

Lincolnshire’s most popular local ale is Bateman’s and if you’re a real ale aficionado, you can scarcely afford not to visit the brewery’s Visitor Centre at Wainfleet, just a few miles south of Skegness on the A52.

The centre offers brewery tours, traditional pub games, and ‘Virtual Reality’ brewery experience.

For information call 01754 882017.

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Further afield on Lincolnshire’s East Coast

Full House Eyes down for a full house! There’s plenty of choice for Bingo enthusiasts on the East Coast, with North Parade Bingo (01754 762537) and Lings on Grand ed.

Parade (01754 897 830) particularly well renown win to chance the offers Bingo North Parade £1,000,000 each week on the National Game, and up to £2,000 on the Bonanza Jackpot played nightly.

Slightly further afield on Boston’s Shopping Park (01205 310079) and Grimsby’s Pasture Street (01472 654141) is Gala Bingo.

If you should tire of relaxing on the beach and decide to ventue a little further afield during your holiday, why not discover some of Lincolnshire’s historic properties and museums?

spectacular scenery.

Alford, around 15 minutes from Skegness, provides the opportunity to explore its recently restored historic Manor House, five sailed windmill and Woodthorpe Garden Centre.

Venturing North, along the Coast, Cleethorpes features Pleasure Island, built on the site of a former zoo, plus the Discovery Centre and the Cleethorpes Light Coastal Railway.

Meanwhile, Gunby Hall, near Spilsby, a beautiful National Trust property, and former Massingberg family home, features beautifully maintained gardens and

For more information on each of the above contact Skegness Tourist Information Centre on 01754 899887.

Louth, meanwhile, features the popular Riverhead Theatre and Hubbard’s Hills, the former glacier which is today a renowned beauty spot.

Stadium If your idea of fun is crashing, smashing and bashing, Skegness Stadium is for you!

The venue is home to the Speedweekend and features all different types of oval racing from the low cost high entertainment metal mashing of Banger Racing, to the sophisticated racing machines of the powerful Brisca F1 Stockcars.

There’s also a bar area, track shop, and trackside parking, and each year, you can see skydiving displays, Monster Trucks and meet TV Stars, with thousands of visitors each year there’s something for everyone at Skegness Stadium!

Call 01754 811228 for up to date fixtures and further information.

Bottons Bottons has been providing fun and thrills of the traditional fairground for all the family, since taking over the Skegness Pleasure Beach in 1965.

As well as being the perfect seaside location, the pleasure beach on Grand Parade offers all the tourist attractions of a theme park, with an amusement arcade, exciting fairground games and much more.

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MAGDALEN Museum St. John Street, Wainfleet (5 miles south of Skegness)

Tel 01754 881548

Est. 1930

A fine mediaeval brick building, founded in 1484 by William Patten, is the setting for changing displays showing the social history, environment and hobbies of this area. On loan from Magdalen College, Oxford is the original Royal Charter of 1458 • Tearooms and Teagardens • • Light refreshments also available, buttered scones, teacakes, etc Open: Easter to end of September, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun plus Bank Holidays 1.30pm to 4.30pm Admission: Adults £1.50 Children Free

DAY TOURS FROM CHAPEL ST. LEONARDSINGOLDMELLS-SKEGNESS Mon – SHEFFIELD May 18th until September 25th Tues – GRIMSBY & CLEETHORPES All year round Wed – BOSTON MARKET All year round SHEFFIELD From April 8th until September 30th Thur – BRIDLINGTON & SCARBOROUGH May until September Fri – SHEFFIELD May 22nd until September 25th Sat – SHEFFIELD This service runs throughout the year Also a wide variety of interesting and exciting excursions from March until December.

Call today - telephone (01507) 463000 to book on any of the excursions. For further information visit our website at www.hunts-coaches.co.uk Hunt’s Luxury Travel, 2-3 West Street, Alford, Lincolnshire, LN13 9DG

Lincolnshire Caravans Caravan Sales/Showground & Repairs Workshop Roman Bank, Skegness, Lincs Tel: (01754) 762101 www.lincolnshire-caravans.co.uk • Caravan Accessory Shops • Tourer Repairs & Servicing • CORGI registered Gas Fitters

PIPER UNIVERSAL PRODUCTS Manufacturers of PVC-u Sundecks, Steps & Vinyl Skirting for Static Holiday Homes & Gardens Tel (01754) 898929 Mobile 07836 688512 www.pipersundecks.co.uk 20

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A great day out on a modern day working farm Meet & feed the animals Adventure play park Tractor & cart rides Battery operated kiddie tractors Kids pedal tractor barn Farm bygones History of the harvest Restaurant & picnic area

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A picturesque Visitor Attraction that offers something for everyone: AQUATIC CENTRE –

Award winning toilets & baby changing Wheelchair & disabled friendly Quality gift shop Free range eggs for sale

Tropical & Cold Water Fish, Pond Equipment, Plants etc.

CAFÉ –

with Homemade Fayre and a menu to suit all tastes.

FISHING – enjoy a pleasant days fishing.

LILY LAKE & GROUNDS – described like a painting by ‘Monet’.

PET LAKE –

come along and feed the fish.

Kennel facility available

Open 10 am to 5pm daily from Easter until beginning of October HARDY’S ANIMAL FARM, ANCHOR LANE, INGOLDMELLS, SKEGNESS, PE25 1LZ

Tel: (01754) 872267 / 873351 www.hardysanimalfarm.co.uk E-mail: ourfarm@tiscali.co.uk

Orby Road, Burgh le Marsh, Nr Skegness, PE24 5JD

01754 811097 Find us half way along the new Burgh le Marsh By-Pass

Four miles north of Skegness – just off the A52

Holiday Centre, Roman Bank, Skegness

Tel: (01754) 762051 9 HOLE PITCH & PUTT GOLF COURSE Pay & Play OPEN TO ALL COME ALONG AND TRY YOUR SKILLS

Visit our self-catering Chalets, Caravans and Apartments for family holidays March to October.

Off peak short breaks available.

Central heated and wheelchair friendly accommodation available.

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To Hire Telephone

LOEWEN CINEMA

(01754) 76 66 66

Mablethorpe

MINI BUS 12/16 SEATS, MIDI COACH 25 SEATS & 53 SEATER COACH AVAILABLE

VEHICLES HAVE LAP & DIAGONAL SEAT BELTS

PRIVATE HIRE; DAY TRIPS SPECIAL EVENTS; AIR PORTS CONTINENTAL & UK HOLIDAYS

ALL YOU DO IS CALL AND WE TAKE CARE OF YOUR REST

36 ROMAN BANK SKEGNESS LINCS PE25 2SJ DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE AVAILABLE FOR A FAMILY DAY OUT...

STICKNEY FARM PARK WEST VIEW FARM STICKNEY, BOSTON LINCOLNSHIRE

TEL: 01205 481001 enquiries@stickneyfarmpark.co.uk www.stickneyfarmpark.co.uk

ADMISSION CHARGED

ABOUT OUR FARM ‘Emily’s Pantry’ has a wide selection of delicious cakes and light snacks. Open Summer (March to October) daily 10am – 5pm, Winter (November to February) daily 10am – 4pm. Closed: Mondays (except Bank Holidays and School Holidays), Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

OUR FACILITIES It’s all at Stickney Farm Park…

Animal Farm, Lake, Adventure Playground (ages 5-12). Play area (ages 2-5), Waterfowl Pond. Feed the Farmyard animals, Picnic area, Emily’s Pantry for refreshments, souvenir shop, School Room/Activity Barn, Tractor & Trailer rides (weather permitting), Fishing Lake and Lakeside Walk. Car & Coach Park and reception with toilets.

Quebec Road, Mablethorpe, Lincs LN12 1LT FOR THE LATEST FILM LISTINGS & SHOWING TIMES TELEPHONE

01507 477040 Air conditioned with SDDS & Dolby Digital Sound

PREMIER SEATING

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In the Heart of Lincolnshire Why not come and see yesterday North Kesteven District Council

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Main photo Phil Crowe

and today, tomorrow...

For information on all attractions, leisure facilities, walking or a copy of our visitor guide, contact: Sleaford Tourist Information Centre, Money’s Yard, Carre Street, Sleaford, Lincs NG34 7TW tel/fax: 01529 414294 e-mail: tic@n-kesteven.gov.uk www.heartoflincs.com 24

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YORKIES CAFE All Day Breakfasts Home Cooked Food, Sunday Lunches, T Bones, 16oz Rumps & Daily Specials, Open 7 days a week, Roast of the Day

18 High Street, Skegness PE25 3NW (Chip Pan Alley)

Tel. 07771 970818

HERRICK WATSON LTD Your Local Independent

RECORD SHOP We stock a massive selection of

DVD’s & CD’s OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

8 HIGH STREET, SKEGNESS

01754 763481

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THE CARAVAN SEATING SPECIALISTS Our unique quilted recover will enhance your caravan with a wide range of covers available Our same day service makes us unbeatable

Tel: 01754 873859 - Russ: 07774 475748

Sunday lunch trips from Boston/Boston Market Day (Wed) public trips. Evening cruises, seal trips and full day sea trips available.

Private charter available for Parties, Weddings, Conferences,School trips etc. For up to 60 passengers.

Buffets available, bar and toilet facilities on board.

Jolly Sailor Tea Room & Licenced Restaurant now open at Grand Sluice Lock Boston.

No obligation quote – just give us a call!

01205 460595 or 07776 251878

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VISIT A LIVING HERITAGE Special Event Days 2009 COSTUME PAGEANTS - FUN FOR ALL Sunday 31st May - MEDIAEVAL DAY Sunday 7th June - DOG SHOW & AGILITY Sunday 21st June - COWBOYS & INDIANS Sunday 19th July - 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS Sunday 16th August - MEDIAEVAL DAY

UNIQUE “Hands on” Meet the Horses programme throughout the year, times vary.

Full details in our leaflet from Tourist Info Centres GREAT STEEPING, SPILSBY, LINCS. Tel. 01754 830286 (24 hr ans) mobile 07899815960

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INGOLDMELLS

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FAMILY OWNED & RUN SINCE 1959

Come and visit us for the ultimate British family holiday in Chapel St Leonards, 7 miles north of busy Skegness on the East Coast of Lincolnshire; a wonderful place to spend your holiday, or invest in a caravan of your own. We are a large site with a community feel.

Our facilities include: beach front access from the rear of the site, outdoor heated swimming pool, launderette, amusement arcade, Sue’s Licensed Restaurant and Arches Pub. Happy Days Club for evening drinks and fantastic live entertainment, kiddies play area in peak weeks and value prices throughout the season.

Self catering caravans for short breaks and full weeks are available. Our 6 berth hire caravans are fully equipped to make your holiday enjoyable and stress free and include; refrigerator, kettle, microwave and colour TV. Dogs are allowed for a small supplement. Contact our office for a price list and brochure.

We also have an extensive selection of caravans for purchase with finance available subject to status.

Come and spend your holiday at Happy Days - we offer something for the whole family!

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Welcome to

Springfields OUTLET SHOPPING

& FESTIVAL GARDENS

THE SUCCESS STORY CONTINUES AT SPRINGFIELDS… empting delights – that’s what the exciting, new look Springfields Outlet Shopping and Festival Gardens offers people of all ages! That’s why it’s the regions hottest shopping destination.

With up to 75% off RRP’s every day of the year at more than 50 stores including Marks and Spencer, Game, GAP Outlet, Clarks and Reebok, Springfields is shopping at its finest.

Come and see for yourself what we offer – brilliant value, a massive variety of stores and a relaxing, pleasant atmosphere in which to spend your visit.

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If you want to relax and slow things down after shopping, then Springfields has plenty to offer you. You will find beautiful Festival Gardens– which now include the spectacular new Springfields Display Fountains – and a great choice of cafes, restaurants and the new refurbished TGA pub and restaurant. Springfields is more than just a trip to the shops, it’s the regions Premier Outlet Shopping and Leisure destination and a fantastic day out for all the family.

To find out more information call 01775 760 909 or visit www.springfieldsshopping.com

FISHING HERITAGE CENTRE more than just a museum A journey of extreme awaits an inspiring day out for all the family.

U Café and Gift Shop - free to enter U Exhibition programme - showcasing local and national collections U Children’s FREE half-term activities - for your children to develop their creative talents APRIL – OCT. 10am – 5pm (Mon – Fri) 10.30am – 5.30pm (Sat, Sun & Bank Hols)

NOV – MARCH. 10am – 4pm (Mon – Fri) 11am – 3pm (Sat – Sun)

‘It really is the plaice to be!’ www.nelincs.gov.uk/leisure/museums Fishing Heritage Centre, Alexandra Dock, Grimsby, DN31 1UZ (01472) 323345 fhc@nelincs.gov.uk

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UK IMPORTERS AND FITTERS OF VINYL DECKING AND HANDRAIL SYSTEMS Vinyl Decking • Easy, no-care maintenance: i.e. no painting required • Unique non-slip safety tread pattern • Stays cool in hot weather • Easy, clean, non-porous surface • Enhance the value of your holiday home Vinyl Skirting & Fencing • Easy, no-care maintenance • Various styles

60’s THEMED COFFEE BAR & RECORD SHOP Tel: 01754 611838 Mob: 07850 538320

• Designed for long life and durability

Step Units From £395!

Colours: Sage Green, Beige, White, Green, Brown or Clay Steps. Handrails and Ramps as required.

The Old Workshop, The Grange Yard, Wainfleet, Skegness, Lincolnshire. PE24 4EU Tel: 01754 881881 Fax: 01754 880022 Mobile: 07802 569576 Mobile: 07831 348070 Email: info@sunnydecks.co.uk

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Open at 10am Daily (Summer months) Located just a few minutes walk South of the Clock Tower

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Chequered Flag Karting Cheapside, Holton-Le-Clay, Grimsby DN36 5DZ Tel: 01472 823823 www.karting.cc

Call us on 01529 469977 to find out more!

Beachlands Holiday Flats (& Tea Rooms)

2 North Parade Extension (Seaview Road), Skegness

Holiday Bungalows For Hire 6 & 8 Berth Bungalows Central Heating, Fully Equipped www.golden-beach.co.uk

Clemco Caravan Sales New and Used Caravans With or Without Sites Finance Available www.clemco.co.uk A Permanent Holiday Home or Just A Break. Golden Beach offers you the best

www.beachlandsholidayflats.co.uk Situated on sea front Fully self-contained l 1, 2 or 3 bedroom flats sleeping 2 – 7 people l Well behaved pets and MOTHER-IN-LAWS welcome l Ground floor flats available with wheelchair access (early booking recommended) l Some sea views l Ample off street parking l Member of Skegness Self Catering Association l Tea Rooms on ground floor with Gold food & Health award l Open daily Easter – mid October l l

For a brochure & details of availability please phone David & Janet Hewison on GOLDEN BEACH HOLIDAY PARK ROMAN BANK, INGOLDMELLS, SKEGNESS. PE25 1LJ Tel: 01754 871178 / Mobile: 07831 237903

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IN EXCHANGE FOR THIS VOUCHER Valid April – September 2009

FREE for the family • Trampolines • Play Area • See the Goats • 180 seat Restaurant

WOODTHORPE GARDEN CENTRE On the B1373 Alford to Withern Road Open: Mon – Sat 9am – 6pm, Sun 10.30 – 4.30pm

01507 450509 Woodthorpe, Alford, LN13 0DD

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A gardener’s paradise

WOODTHORPE GARDEN CENTRE Welcome to Woodthorpe, home of Woodthorpe Garden Centre...

If you are looking for a break from Lincolnshire’s bustling East Coast then look no further than Woodthorpe Garden Centre, one of Lincolnshires most successful garden centres.

The family owned site was established over 20 years ago and offers a great FREE day out for all of the family. Situated 16 miles from Skegness,Woodthorpe combines a large garden centre with 180 seater licensed restaurant.

In the air-conditioned surrounds you can enjoy everything from a snack to a full home made meal, with roast carvery being served every Wednesday and Sunday.

Woodthorpe is the ideal place for your children to let off steam in the play area, on the trampolines or running around the half-acre leylandii maze, whilst you sit back

and relax on the adjoining pavilion deck.

Offering everything for the keen gardener and advice for the enthusiastic beginner alike, there’s a large selection of outdoor pots and hard landscaping materials, undercover plant area, and large range of patio furniture including resin, metal and wooden, with something for every pocket.

Recent additions to the Centre include a newly revamped gift area; extended clothing area and a Card Craft department selling everything you need for making handmade cards and scrapbooks.

A great place to spend time and an idyllic short drive out into the Lincolnshire Wolds, Woodthorpe Garden Centre is great fun for all the family no matter what the weather, on the B1373 Alford to Withern Road, Woodthorpe.

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THERE’S PLENTY TO DO

BESIDE THE SEASIDE ENSURING AN EXCITING HOLIDAY ON LINCOLNSHIRE’S EAST COAST

2009

Great ideas for holiday fun!

FROM ACROSS THE EAST COAST Buckets, spades and donkeys - the area’s best beaches!

Thrills and spills at Lincolnshire’s Skeggy Visitor’s Guide 2008 39 East Coast funfairs!

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Wish I was here Mum!

Romany Museum Gordon Boswell’s Romany Museum is a beautiful testimony to the Romany lifestyle from up to 150 years ago.

Based at Clay Lake, Spalding.

Call 01775 710599 for details.

Pick your own fruit Spend a morning picking delicious fresh strawberries, raspberries and plums at Willows Fruit Farm and Maize Maze between Ingoldmells and Chapel St Leonards. Call 07771 696001.

Go Fish!

Enjoy fishing at one of the area’s fishing lakes; one suggestion is Catchwater Meadows in Burgh Le Marsh (01754 811097), open all season.

Fun for all ages!

Spend a day on a real working farm...!

Hardy’s Animal Farm is great fun for all the family! A real working farm, open to the public from Easter to October, based at Ingoldmells, Hardy’s has pigs, sheep, chickens, horses and goats which children can stroke, play with and feed. Call 01754 872267 for more information.

Let’s Go-Karting!

Cinema What would be better than catching one of the summer’s blockbuster films? Mablethorpe’s Loewen Cinema (01507 477040) shows the latest films and with digital sound and premier seats, is extremely popular with both holidaymakers and locals throughout the whole season.

A Round of Golf If you fancy a relaxing round of golf whilst on holiday, the Elms Golf Centre at Wainfleet (01754 881230) or Sandilands Golf Club at Sutton on Sea (01507 441432) are perfect!

For high-speed thrills, check out Chequered Flag Karting. The centre has a 700m outdoor track with junior and adult karts and has open competition events throughout the season. Call 01472 823823 for more details.

Boat Rides Ride out into the Wash on a pleasure cruise run by Maritime Leisure Cruises. Based in Boston, Maritime organises trips in their fleet of three boats, Boston Belle, Mystere and Marianne.

Call 01205 460595 for more information.

SKY HIGH FUN ON THE EAST COAST

Let’s go fly a kite...!

Kite festival in July is an amazing sight!

Fly? Learn to fly in Lincolnshire!

Fancy taking to the skies and leaning to fly during your holiday? Well, Lincolnshire ’s Fly 365 based at Wickenby Airfield, Langworth near Lincoln can oblige!

For pleasure trips, or lessons in fixed or flex-wing microlites call 01673 885111.

A breathtaking range of colourful kites performing amazing stunts providing great fun for the whole family too! Skegness’ Kite and Xfest this year takes place on 10th-12th July 2009 on the town’s seafront.

The festival is a tip of the hat to powerkiting and extreme sports, and is organised in association with the Skegness Kiting Academy.

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RAF Waddington International Air Show A must-see event for aircraft enthusiasts RAF Waddington’s International Air Show this year takes place on 4th and 5th July 2009, with static and flying displays of modern and historic aircraft and many other attractions.

Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival This year’s Wolds Walking Festival takes place from 16th-31st May 2009. This year’s Festival is set to be the biggest and best yet.

As an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The Lincolnshire Wolds were created by the movement of glaciers: with rolling hills, deep-sided valleys, picture-postcard villages and friendly market towns. With around 60 walks offered over 16 days, there is plenty of opportunity to explore the beauty and charm of the area with experienced and knowledgeable leaders keen to pass on their wisdom.

The Festival’s day-long Launch Event, held on 16th May in Market Rasen and will feature entertainment, demonstrations, talks, workshops, opportunities for you to try tight-rope walking, globe walking and stilt walking, food & drink and of course a variety of walks all starting from one location – it is sure to be a fun-packed day and great way to start the festival.

With plenty of walker friendly accommodation available and dozens of places to savour local food and drink, take some time out and discover Lincolnshire in the best possible way - on foot!

For further information on the festival, special offers and walk details, go to www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk. To order a free programme contact Louth TIC on 01507 609289.

Lincolnshire’s aircraft credentials include being home to the Dambusters squadron, the Red Arrows air display team and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.

Waddington will feature a multi-role demonstration by the RAF, the astonishing Typhoon Eurofighter and flypasts by the Red Arrows and BBMF plus parachutists, a classic car show, craft/trade shows and funfair.

Admission is £16 adult, £7 child.

For more information call 01522 726102.

On the Waterfront Fantastic entertainment... for free? It doesn’t get much better than the City of Lincoln’s Waterfront festival, which this year takes place from 18th and 19th July.

The festival is a family-orientated street arts festival based around the Brayford Waterfront in the heart of Lincoln's bustling City Centre.

Organised by Lincoln City Council, each year the festival features a fabulous free programme with a combination of exciting and innovative acts as well as our well established favourites; the World Champion Jet Skiers; street theatre performers, live music, a firework finale, and a whole lot more!

For more information call 01522 873256.

Carnival Time in Skegness Skegness’ Carnival, from 9th-14th August features Gala Events, a Bonny Baby Show, Super Heroes Competition, BBQs and Beach Games.

The week-long event takes place across the town and a grand procession, beginning at the Playing Fields on Wainfleet Road will be a stunning climax. Call Skegness TIC on 01754 899887 for information.

More ideas County Show The Lincolnshire Show this year takes place on 24th and 25th June. Visitors can see livestock, machinery and enjoy great shopping. Call 01522 522900 for details.

Superbikes Louth hosts the British Superbikes Championships on 29th-31st August at Cadwell Park. Call 01507 343248 for details.

Burghley Horse Trials Burghley House near Stamford hosts its annual Horse Trials from 3rd-6th September this year.

Call 01780 752131.

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East Coast Directory

Here, you’ll find some essential numbers you will need for a memorable trip to Lincolnshire’s East Coast!

SHOPPING & MARKETS

Gainsborough Old Hall An inspiring Medieval Manor House. Parnell Street, Gainsborough Tel: (01427) 612669

The Hildreds Shopping Centre Briar Lane, Skegness Tel: (01754) 764899 Freshney Place Over 110 retailers in the heart of Grimsby! Freshney Place, Grimsby Tel: (01472) 230250 Waterside Shopping Centre In the heart of this historic city.

Waterside, Lincoln Tel: (01522) 529566 The Parishes With the Foundry Shopping Centre and The Streets shopping area, Scunthorpe Sheepgate Tack & Togs Country Clothing, shooting wear and everything equestrian.

Leverton, Boston Tel: (01205) 870236 Eastgate Market A bustling market based at Fantasy Island. Ingoldmells, Skegness Tel: (01754) 872030 East of England Sunday Market Every Sunday, Showground, Peterborough Tel: (01733) 371156 Pescod Square Shopping Centre Great high street shopping.

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GALLERIES & MUSEUMS The Old Library Gallery, Selling and displaying original prints.

Market Place, Burgh Le Marsh Tel: (01754) 811211 Usher Gallery and Museum, The best in traditional and contemporary art. Lindum Road, Lincoln Tel: (01522) 527980 The Hub New contemporary arts and crafts venue. Navigation Wharf, Sleaford. Tel: (01522) 308710 20-21 Visual Arts Centre Visual arts in a beautiful location St John’s Church, Church Square, Scunthorpe, Tel: (01724) 297070 Fishing Heritage Centre Charting Grimsby’s tough fishing heritage and culture.

Alexandra Dock, Grimsby Tel: (01472) 323345 Church Farm Museum Open air museum, reflecting on rural life at the turn of the century. Church Road South, Skegness Tel: (01754) 766658 Trolleybus Museum Exploring transport through the modern age.

Sandtoft, nr Doncaster Tel: (01724) 711391

Gordon Boswell’s Romany Museum A collection of Romany artefacts and caravans. Clay Lake, Spalding Tel: (01775) 710599 Magdalen Museum Charting the social history of the local area. St John Street, Wainfleet Tel: (01754) 881548

CINEMAS Tower Cinema 111, Lumley Rd, Skegness Tel: 01754 763938 The Loewen Cinema Quebec Rd, Mablethorpe.

Tel: 01507 477040 West End Cinemas 32-44, West St, Boston Tel: 01205 363634 Odeon Cinema Brayford Wharf North, Lincoln Tel: 0871 2244007 Kinema-in-the-Woods Coronation Rd, Woodhall Spa Tel: 01526 352166 Playhouse Cinema Cannon St, Louth Tel: 01507 603333

STATELY HOMES & GARDENS Normanby Hall Country Park Regency property in a beautiful setting. Normanby, Scunthorpe Tel: (01754) 720588 Gunby Hall - Tennyson’s Haunt of Ancient Peace. Gunby, Spilsby.

Tel: (01909) 486411 Burghley House Home of the Burghley Horse Trials early September.

Stamford Tel: (01780) 752451 Belton House Stunning 17th century mansion.

Belton, Grantham Tel: (01476) 566116

THE NATURE TRAIL Natureland Seal Sanctuary Where entertainment, education, and conservation are brought together on North Parade, Skegness Tel: (01754) 764345 Hardy’s Animal Farm A real working farm, great for the kiddies! Anchor Lane, Ingoldmells Tel: (01754) 872267 Seal Sanctuary and Nature Centre - Wildlife of all kinds.

North End, Mablethorpe Tel: (01507) 473346

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Snipe Dales Country Park 200 acres of rolling Lincolnshire countryside. North of B1195 between Spilsby & Horncastle

Skegness Pier Skegness’ No.1 all weather fun centre. Grand Parade, Skegness Tel: (01754) 761341

Stickney Farm Park, Stickney, Boston Tel: (01205) 481001

Batemans Brewery Visitors’ Centre A fascinating look at a real brewery! Mill Lane, Wainfleet Tel: (01754) 880317

Rushmoor Country Park North Cockerington, Louth Tel: (01507) 327184 Whisby Natural World Peaceful area with an abundance of wildlife. Moor Lane, Thorpe-on-the-Hill.

Tel: (01522) 688868 Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve Gibraltar Road, Skegness Tel: (01754) 898057

OTHER ATTRACTIONS Lincoln Castle Packed with history, the castle is the home of the Magna Carta.

Castle Hill, Lincoln.

Tel: (01522) 511068 Lincoln Cathedral Over 900 years in the making.

Castle Hill, Lincoln Tel: (01522) 544544 Butlins Modern, brilliant holiday resort boasting a huge range of day activities. Roman Bank, Skegness Tel: (01754) 765567

Embassy Theatre Skegness’ star studded theatre Grand Parade, Skegness Tel: (0845) 6740505 Lincoln Boat Trips See Lincoln the water way on the Brayford Belle. Brayford Pool, Lincoln Tel: (01522) 881200 Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Fascinating guided tour around the flight’s hangar. Visitor Centre, RAF Coningsby Tel: (01526) 344041

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Stamford, Clapham Taxis Bus Station, Stamford Tel: (01780) 764161

National Express Coach Services 08705 80 80 80

TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES

Skegness Coach Station Richmond Drive, Skegness

Cleethorpes (01472) 323111 Lincoln (01522) 579056

A2B Taxis, Skegness Tel: (01754) 761761 Skegness Travel Taxis, Skegness Tel: (01754) 763963

Mablethorpe (01507) 474939 Skegness (01754) 899887 Sleaford (01529) 414294 Stamford (01780) 755611

Skegness A-Z Taxis, Roman Bank Tel: (01754) 760802

EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Mablethorpe Keith’s Taxis High Street, Mablethorpe Tel: (01507) 477915

First Aid and Lost Children First Aid Room, Mablethorpe Tel: 07795 445205

Cleethorpes 1st A&N Taxis Sea view Street, Cleethorpes Tel: (01472) 600600.

First Aid and Lost Children First Aid Room, Embassy Theatre, Skegness. Tel: 01754 897680

Alford Manor House West Street, Alford Tel: (01507) 463073

Lincoln Greenlight Taxis Burton Road, Lincoln Tel: (01522) 821631

Lyndhurst Garden Centre Burgh Le Marsh, Skegness Tel: (01754) 810295

Grimsby Taxi Cabs Brighowgate Coach Station, Grimsby Tel: (01472) 343000

Woodthorpe Garden Centre, Woodthorpe, Alford Tel: (01507) 450509

Scunthorpe Phil’s Taxis Everest Road, Scunthorpe Tel: (01724) 876544

Johnson’s Garden Centre Wainfleet Road, Boston Tel: (01205) 363408

Sleaford Woodside Taxis Station Road, Sleaford Tel: (01529) 304444

Wheelchair Hire Seacroft Mobility, Roman Bank, Skegness. Tel: (01754) 762916 NHS Direct Helpline for non-emergencies 0845 46 47 48 Skegness Hospital, Dorothy Avenue, Skegness 01754 762401 Pilgrim Hospital, Boston Tel: (01205) 364801 Skeggy Visitors’ Guide 2009 43

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Highlights of Lincolnshire’s Coast 2009…

APRIL

MAY

1st April - 13th June Fen, Marsh, River and Sky

2nd-4th May Spalding Flower Festival

Fen, Marsh, River & Sky is an exhibition celebrating Lincolnshire’s landscape!

Explore a variety of works from the Museum’s collection, with works by WB Thomas as well as other artists such as Vernon Howard and EM Lane-Clayton. Also included are paintings by the acclaimed 19th Century Lincolnshire landscape painter, Peter DeWint .

Celebration of the area’s tulip growing industry, with colourful floats parades around Spalding and of associated activities, fairground rides and shopping for the whole family.

3rd May Plant and Gardeners Fair

An exciting day of historic car racing at Cadwell Park near Louth, home of the British Superbikes Championships.

Held at Easton Walled Gardens.

Visit the beautifully restored gardens near Grantham to see 12 acres of gardens in their spring glory. Narcissi, Tulips, auriculas, and irises.

Wildflower meadows with pasque flowers and cowslips and indoor flower display using garden flowers by resident florist, Lucy Dawes.

24th-26th April Belton International Horse Trials

10th May Lincoln Grand Prix International Cycling Race

Equestrian event with approximately 750 competitors taking part over three days at one of the highest levels of competition in Horse trials. The event offers a weekend of family entertainment with shopping, main arena entertainment, fun and games as well as the ability to watch within one of the county’s most beautiful settings, Belton Park, Grantham.

The 2009 race will take place on Sunday May 10th starting at 10 am to cover 11 laps of the popular circuit taking in the cobbled 1 in 6 climb of Michaelgate and the tourist centres of the City with the picturesque views of Lincoln Cathedral and Castle acting as a backdrop for the event!

19th April Classic Car Championships

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13th-17th May Lincoln Book Festival

The Lincoln Book Festival is an annual celebration of books and all that they inspire, with a range of activities taking place throughout Lincoln. Call for an up-to-date programme on 01522 873400.

16th-17th May Rutland Cycling Day Guided cycle rides around Rutland Water near Stamford - a beautiful reservoir with an abundance of nature and a wealth of beauty spots around the water. Call 01780 460705 for details.

26th May Kid’s Gang: Marvellous Minibeasts and Wiggly Worms What creatures lurk in the long grass and around the plants? Gibraltar Point is home to a variety of different minibeasts and even has its own wormery! Come along to Kid’s Gang for an afternoon of minibeast hunting. Book your place on 01754 898057.

JUNE 7th June Woodhall 10km Road Race & 3km Fun Run The Woodhall Spa 10k has established itself as one of the premier runs in the region with athletes coming from all over the Midlands and indeed

the entire country to compete on this flat course through the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside.

14th June Outdoor Bowling Over 55s bowling tournament in Skegness. Consists of three main tournaments which all take place on the town’s bowling green near the sea front. An annual event that takes place over a week.

14th June Ultimate 60s Show Board the Ultimate Sixties Time Machine at Skegness’s Embassy Centre for an irreverent romp through the swinging sixties. The fabulous Imposters present a showcase of the great stars of this memorable era. The fantastic music of The Stones, The Who and The Beatles in all of their glory. Cliff and the Shadows, The Dave Clark Five, The Monkees and a host of other stars are recreated in this stunning show. Call 0845 674 0505 for details.

24th – 25th June Lincolnshire Show The Lincolnshire Show 2009 is the 124th annual county show. It features exciting attractions and entertainment, from traditional livestock classes to trade stand and

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amazing Main Ring events. For enquiries call 01522 522900.

in the grounds of Burghley House near Stamford. Call

JULY

01432 355416 for details.

4th - 5th July RAF Waddington Air Show Royal Air Force Station Waddington in Lincolnshire, the county that is considered by many to be the traditional heartland and spiritual home of the Royal Air Force, has been host since 1995 to the RAF’s biggest air show. It has a well-earned reputation for appealing to enthusiasts and families alike, and is considered to be one of the UK’s top military air shows.

Call 01522 726102 for details.

10th – 12th July X Fest Pro kite surfers and spectators heading for the East Coast’s newest professional kiting destination will find themselves right in the middle of a very important celebration for Skegness this year – the Centenary of its famous mascot the Jolly Fisherman.

Official lantern beach party and barbecue, and 50s-style keep-fit from centre stage with Jolly himself!

11th July 2009 Battle Proms Horse-back cavalry charge, 21-gun salutes and live music

18th – 19th July 2009 Waterfront Festival This popular free outdoor entertainment event returns to the cosmopolitan Brayford Waterfront in Lincoln’s city centre. This annual event attracts many visitors with live music, water shows and street entertainment.

21st July 2009 Waterloo UK Skegness’ Embassy Centre presents a journey back to the 70's with the ultimate Abba show. 'Waterloo' is the show that guarantees a sensational night out with stunning costumes, six piece band and award winning lighting design, providing a pure slice of entertainment. The ultimate party night is here... over two hours of hits.

AUGUST 8th Aug Seaside Activity Day Hosted by the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust, a day of excitement and discovery for all the family based at Skegness’s Tower Gardens.

8th Aug Jools Holland’s Party in the Park Jools hosts a special one-off concert in the grounds of Belvoir Castle near Grantham.

Bring a picnic and enjoy a wonderful summer’s evening of music. Call for details on 01476 871002.

championship in the United Kingdom and a leg of the race always takes place at Cadwell Park, just 20 minutes or so away in Louth. For details closer to the event and to obtain tickets call the course on 01474 875296.

SEPTEMBER

9th - 14th Aug Skegness Carnival Week

19th-20th Sep 09

Great fun in the heart of Skegness with a packed programme of events, details of which are to be confirmed. Call the Skegness Tourist Information Centre on 01754 899887 for details of which events take place and where each will be based.

Contemporary beach hut designs and a celebration of music, poetry, fire performances, film and drama provide a unique and unforgettable experience for one and all.

Culminates in a fantastic firework display on the Beach.

29th - 31st August 500th Anniversary Celebrations - Family Fun Celebrate the 500th year of the Manners family at Belvoir.

A great day out for all of the family - children's entertainers, games, stories and much more. Call 01476 871004 for details.

29th - 31st August British Superbike Championship The British Superbike Championship is the leading road racing superbike

Bathing Beauties

OCTOBER 13th – 31st Oct Wolds Words This year, the Lincolnshire Wolds will come alive with over 45 activities between Monday 13th and Friday the 31st October. The 2008 Wolds Words Festival of reading, writing and performance brings performances, workshops, walks, talks and much, much more across East Lindsey including Louth, Skegness, Burgh le Marsh and Spilsby.

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