Melanie’s guidebook
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Boston is a small port & market town with significant history. Emigrants from Boston have named several places around the world after the town most famous one being Boston Massachusetts in the USA. There is lots to do in Boston from beautiful walks to historic buildings. The Stump which the most iconic landmark can be seen for miles around and you can even walk the 365 steps to the top where you are taken aback with the stunning views of the local countryside and views of afar.
16 locals recommend
Boston
Boston is a small port & market town with significant history. Emigrants from Boston have named several places around the world after the town most famous one being Boston Massachusetts in the USA. There is lots to do in Boston from beautiful walks to historic buildings. The Stump which the most iconic landmark can be seen for miles around and you can even walk the 365 steps to the top where you are taken aback with the stunning views of the local countryside and views of afar.
This is the local coastal seaside town. Offering lots of attractions & lovely walks along the sea front.
54 locals recommend
Skegness
This is the local coastal seaside town. Offering lots of attractions & lovely walks along the sea front.
Spalding
Lincoln is a large city offering an experience rich in history combined with independent boutique shopping, great arts and culture and a variety of places to eat and drink.
154 locals recommend
Lincoln
Lincoln is a large city offering an experience rich in history combined with independent boutique shopping, great arts and culture and a variety of places to eat and drink.
Woodhall Spa is a beautiful village with Edwardian character, set among magnificent pine woods. It is known as one of Lincolnshire's most attractive villages, with lots of lovely walks it has a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.
66 locals recommend
Woodhall Spa
Woodhall Spa is a beautiful village with Edwardian character, set among magnificent pine woods. It is known as one of Lincolnshire's most attractive villages, with lots of lovely walks it has a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.
Sightseeing
Places to see & visit
The Stump is situated in the town centre and can be seen for miles around. You can climb the 365 steps to the top where you will have a breath taking view of the local countryside as well as miles around.
19 locals recommend
St. Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)
Church StreetThe Stump is situated in the town centre and can be seen for miles around. You can climb the 365 steps to the top where you will have a breath taking view of the local countryside as well as miles around.
This is a good place to explore wildlife situated just a 5 minute maximum drive from The Monks House.
8 locals recommend
RSPB Freiston Shore
This is a good place to explore wildlife situated just a 5 minute maximum drive from The Monks House.
This is a beautiful park where you can walk & take your dogs along the banks of the Witham. Along the route you will come across local pubs offering refreshments & meals. Also you can lots of wildlife.
Witham Way Country Park
Tattershall RoadThis is a beautiful park where you can walk & take your dogs along the banks of the Witham. Along the route you will come across local pubs offering refreshments & meals. Also you can lots of wildlife.
Skegness Beach Promenade
PromenadeBeautiful promenade walks and lots of attractions
Lincoln Castle
Castle HillStunning castle with views at the top of local countryside.
The visitor centre provides public access to the home of the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF).
The visitor centre are located within the boundaries of RAF Coningsby.
Access to the hangar is by guided tour only and admission charges apply.
34 locals recommend
Battle Of Britain Memorial Flight Visitors Centre
Dogdyke RoadThe visitor centre provides public access to the home of the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF).
The visitor centre are located within the boundaries of RAF Coningsby.
Access to the hangar is by guided tour only and admission charges apply.
Lincoln Cathedral
Minster YardWe'll Meet Again: WW2 Museum: Freiston
Shore RoadThis Nature reserve and country park consists of steep-sided valleys fretted by streams. Enjoy lovely walks in beautiful surroundings.
44 locals recommend
Snipe Dales
B1195This Nature reserve and country park consists of steep-sided valleys fretted by streams. Enjoy lovely walks in beautiful surroundings.
Anderby Creek Beach
Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve
Gibraltar RoadTattershall Castle is a magnificent medieval tower. Built of brick in an era of stone this fortified manor is one of the earliest and the finest surviving examples of medieval brickwork.
54 locals recommend
National Trust Tattershall Castle
Sleaford RoadTattershall Castle is a magnificent medieval tower. Built of brick in an era of stone this fortified manor is one of the earliest and the finest surviving examples of medieval brickwork.
Food scene
Situated just a 5 minute walk the Bull & Dog is one of the three local pubs offering drinks & food.
Bull & Dog
5 Church ViewSituated just a 5 minute walk the Bull & Dog is one of the three local pubs offering drinks & food.
The Kings Head
Church RoadSituated just a 10 minute walk away this is another local pub within the village
The Ball House
Wainfleet RoadThe Mill
148 Spilsby RoadThe Italian Connection
8-10 West StSituated in the town centre
Albert's Hong Kong
126 West StreetBeautiful Chinese Restaurant
The Barley Mow
Sea LaneLooking for a dining experience with a difference then visit this restaurant with US style decor and lovely cocktails, food & drinks.
Witham And Blues
Main RoadLooking for a dining experience with a difference then visit this restaurant with US style decor and lovely cocktails, food & drinks.
Enjoy a drink or something to eat at this disused Lifeguard Tower. Featuring a large outdoor seating area behind a glass wall which gives you views of the beach and out to sea.
17 locals recommend
The View Cafe Bar
27 Winthorpe AveEnjoy a drink or something to eat at this disused Lifeguard Tower. Featuring a large outdoor seating area behind a glass wall which gives you views of the beach and out to sea.
Entertainment
Great place to see live shows on the stage along with famous faces.
11 locals recommend
Skegness Embassy Theatre
Grand ParadeGreat place to see live shows on the stage along with famous faces.
A local zoo that is home to lions, tigers, parrots & lots more animals.
27 locals recommend
Lincolnshire Wildlife Park
Dickon Hill RoadA local zoo that is home to lions, tigers, parrots & lots more animals.
Jubilee Park Swimming Pool
Stixwould RoadEnjoy outdoor swimming & tennis courts
Boston bowl
Rochford Tower LaneEnjoy bowling and they even do glow balling.
Savoy Boston
32-44 West StreetEnjoy a film like the olden days, set within woodland area of the village of Woodhall Spa this cinema is filled with retro decor, live organ performances and ice cream in the interval. Showing new releases and cult classics.
69 locals recommend
The Kinema In The Woods
Coronation RoadEnjoy a film like the olden days, set within woodland area of the village of Woodhall Spa this cinema is filled with retro decor, live organ performances and ice cream in the interval. Showing new releases and cult classics.
On our doorstep
Local places for nice walks
Freiston Shore
Lovely place for walks and view the wildlife
Butterwick Pullover is down Sea Lane in the village of Butterwick you can enjoy nice walks where you can see the tide coming in daily.
Butterwick
Butterwick Pullover is down Sea Lane in the village of Butterwick you can enjoy nice walks where you can see the tide coming in daily.
Woodhall Spa
Enjoy nice walks in beautiful surroundings and the woods.