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DAYS OUT IN 

LINCOLNSHIRE 

BY BUS & RAIL 

JULY 2010

Why not make the most of your free 

time and get out and about to see what 

Lincolnshire has to offer? 

Enjoy a day out at one of Lincolnshire’s visitor 

attractions, or relaxing on the beach at the 

East Coast, or just simply shopping in one of 

the various Market Towns. 

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The Coast 

The choice is yours! 

Concessionary bus passes accepted 

(local terms and conditions apply) 

Skegness 4 

Mablethorpe & Sutton on Sea 6 

Market Towns 

Stamford 8 

Grantham 10 

Gainsborough 12 

Lincoln 14 

Boston 16 

Louth 18 

Sleaford 20 

Spalding 22 

Visitor Attractions 

Lincoln Cathedral 24 

Museum of Lincolnshire Life 25 

Lincoln Castle 25 

Belton House 26 

Tattershall Castle 27 

Battle of Britain Visitor Centre 27 

Butlins 28 

Natureland Seal Sanctuary 29 

Church Farm Museum 29 

Alford Five Sailed Windmill 30 

Alford Manor House 31 

Gunby Hall 31 

Springfields Outlet Shopping & Festival Gardens 32 

Baytree Garden Centre 33 

Long Sutton Butterfly Centre & Wildlife Park 33 

Burghley House 34 

Batemans Brewery & Visitor Centre 35 

Rand Farm Park 35 

Information 

Bus and Train Operator Contact Details 36 

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Skegness 

Skegness is one of the most exciting seaside resorts on 

the East Coast with a beautiful sandy beach and colourful 

landscaped garden foreshore. 

The seafront is bursting with a variety of attractions such as 

fun fairs, amusements, seal sanctuary, crazy golf, gift shops, 

outdoor swimming pool 

and cafes. 

From August to November the seafront is illuminated with 

an array of spectacular lights. 

You can also brace the sea air and take a ride on the Coastal 

Cruiser open top bus service to Ingoldmells. 

Buses that serve Skegness include: 

Brylaine 7 - Boston - Skegness (InterConnect service) 

Hunts 7 - Alford - Chapel St Leonards - Skegness 

Stagecoach 1 - Chapel St Leonards - Skegness 

Stagecoach 1A - Ingoldmells - Skegness 

Stagecoach 3 - Ingoldmells Anchor Lane - Skegness 

(Coastal Cruiser service) 

Stagecoach 6 - Lincoln - Horncastle - Skegness (InterConnect service) 

Stagecoach 7 - Boston - Skegness (InterConnect service) 

Stagecoach 9 - Louth - Mablethorpe - Skegness (InterConnect service) 

Stagecoach X51 - Cleethorpes - Grimsby - Louth - Skegness 

(InterConnect Summer Sunday service) 

Redbus1 - Skegness - Butlins 

Rail services that serve Skegness Station: 

East Midlands Trains - Skegness - Grantham - Nottingham

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Mablethorpe 

& Sutton on Sea 

Mablethorpe is a charming resort, with a lovely long 

sandy beach ideal for families and senior citizens alike. 

Mablethorpe has a wealth of things for the visitor to do 

such as amusement arcades, crazy golf, children’s play 

centres and a good selection of shops. 

There is also an excellent selection of cafes and 

restaurants and the beautiful parks and gardens, in which 

you can take a stroll and enjoy the sunshine. 

Sutton on Sea is a traditional seaside village with its 

golden award-winning beach, children’s play area, tennis 

court and bowls green. Along the High Street is a variety 

of small shops and cafes. 

Buses that serve Mablethorpe include: 

Brylaine 96/96A - Mablethorpe - Alford - Spilsby 

Grayscroft 1 - Louth - Mablethorpe 

Mablethorpe CallConnect on demand service 

(Call 0845 234 33 44 for CallConnect information and bookings) 

Stagecoach 9 - Skegness - Mablethorpe - Louth 

(InterConnect Service) 

Buses that serve Sutton on Sea include: 




Stagecoach 9 - Louth - Mablethorpe - Ingoldmells - Skegness 

(InterConnect service)

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Stamford 

Stamford is one of Britain’s finest stone built market 

towns. Captured in time by its conservation status this 

once major wool town has retained its old world charm 

and prosperity. 

Stamford has featured in many historical films including 

George Elliot’s Middlemarch and Jane Austen’s Pride & 

Prejudice. 

The town boasts a variety of shops, tea rooms and real ale 

pubs. Market days are Friday and Saturday. 

Places to visit include Stamford Meadows, the Arts Centre 

and Museum. 

Buses that serve Stamford include: 

Delaine 201 - Peterborough - Helpston - Stamford 

Delaine 202 - Stamford - Essendine - Bourne 

Delaine 203 - Stamford - The Deepings - Bourne 

Kimes 4 - Grantham - Corby Glen - Stamford 

Kimes 9 - Oakham - Stamford - Peterborough 

Stamford CallConnect on demand service 


Rail services that serve Stamford Station: 

Cross Country Trains - Stansted Airport - Stamford 

- Birmingham New Street

Grantham Spalding 

Spalding 

Located on the river Witham, Grantham is an ancient 

attractive red brick town which owes much of its position 

as a staging post between London and the north. The 281ft 

high spire of St Wulframs Church is one of its dominating 

features. With its many thriving shops and several indoor 

shopping centres, numerous pubs and eating places. Market 

day is Saturday with a farmers market once a month. The 

town’s history is recorded at the museum. Grantham is 

well known for its local personalities including Sir Issac 

Newton and Margaret Thatcher. Places to visit include the 

Guildhall and Dysart Park which is the finishing point for 

the riverside walk. 

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Located on the River Witham, Grantham is an attractive 

red brick town which owes much of its development to its 

position as a staging post between London and the North. 

With its many thriving shops and several indoor shopping 

centres, numerous pubs and eating places this is a lively 

place to visit. 

Market day is Saturday, with a farmers market once a 

month. 

Buses that serve Grantham include: 

Centrebus & Kimes 6 - Bottesford - Barrowby - Grantham 

Centrebus 602 - Newark - Long Bennington - Grantham 

Grantham South CallConnect on demand service 


Kimes 27 - Sleaford - Ancaster - Grantham 

Kimes 4 - Stamford - Corby Glen - Grantham 

Stagecoach 1 - Lincoln - Caythorpe - Grantham (InterConnect service) 

Veolia 8 - Loughborough - Melton Mowbray - Grantham 

Rail services that serve Grantham Station: 

East Coast - London - Grantham - Leeds - Edinburgh 

East Midlands Trains - Nottingham - Grantham - Skegness 

East Midlands Trains - Norwich - Grantham - Liverpool 

First Hull - Hull - Grantham - London

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Gainsborough 

Gainsborough is a market town and river port which has 

retained some of its 18th Century buildings, along with the 

impressive 15th Century timber framed Old Hall. 

The Riverside area has been transformed with a 

promenade and leisure moorings. 

Gainsborough has an excellent selection of shops, cafes 

and eating places. 

Also worth a visit is Marshalls Yard Shopping Centre and 

the traditional market which is held on a Tuesday and a 

Saturday. 

Buses that serve Gainsborough include: 

Gainsborough CallConnect on demand service 


Stagecoach 95/96/97 - Retford - Gainsborough 

Stagecoach 100 - Lincoln - Gainsborough 

- Scunthorpe (InterConnect service) 

Stagecoach 106/107 - Gainsborough - Saxilby - Lincoln 

Stagecoach 371 - Gainsborough - Market Rasen (Tuesday only) 

Rail services that serve Gainsborough Lea 

Road Station: 

East Midlands Trains - Lincoln - Gainsborough - Doncaster 

Northern Trains - Lincoln - Gainsborough - Sheffield 

Rail services that serve Gainsborough 

Central Station: 

Northern Trains - Sheffield - Gainsborough - Cleethorpes (Sat only)

Spalding Lincoln 

Spalding 

Located on the river Witham, Grantham is an ancient 

attractive red brick town which owes much of its position 

as a staging post between London and the north. The 281ft 

high spire of St Wulframs Church is one of its dominating 

features. With its many thriving shops and several indoor 

shopping centres, numerous pubs and eating places. Market 

day is Saturday with a farmers market once a month. The 

town’s history is recorded at the museum. Grantham is 

well known for its local personalities including Sir Issac 

Newton and Margaret Thatcher. Places to visit include the 

Guildhall and Dysart Park which is the finishing point for 

the riverside walk. 

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Set amongst the modern shops, restaurants, Waterside 

Centre and market is the medieval City of Lincoln, with its 

abundance of original 14th and 15th century buildings and 

half timbered Tudor houses. 

A marina is located at Brayford Pool surrounded by a variety 

of bars and restaurants along with the Odeon cinema. 

Climb up the challenging and rather aptly named Steep Hill 

to take a look around Lincoln’s historic Cathedral Quarter. 

Buses that serve Lincoln include: 

Brylaine 5 - Lincoln - Boston (InterConnect service) 

KJB 87 - Lincoln - Bassingham - Newark 

PC Coaches 10 - Lincoln - Washingborough - Horncastle 

PC Coaches 23 - Lincoln - Caistor 

Stagecoach 1 - Lincoln - Caythorpe - Grantham (InterConnect service) 

Stagecoach 3 - Lincoln - Market Rasen - Grimsby 

(InterConnect service) 

Stagecoach 6 - Lincoln - Horncastle - Skegness (InterConnect service) 

Stagecoach 10 - Lincoln - Louth 

Stagecoach 31 - Lincoln - Sleaford 

Stagecoach 46 - Lincoln - Witham St Hughs - Newark 

Stagecoach 46 A/B - Lincoln - Witham St Hughs - Bassingham 

Stagecoach 100 - Lincoln - Gainsborough - Scunthorpe 


Stagecoach 106/107 - Lincoln - Saxilby - Gainsborough 

Stagecoach 103 - Lincoln - Scunthorpe 

Stagecoach X3 - Lincoln - Newark (InterConnect service) 

Rail services that serve Lincoln Station: 

East Midlands Trains - Lincoln - Gainsborough - Doncaster 

East Midlands Trains - Lincoln - Sleaford - Peterborough 

East Midlands Trains - Lincoln - Newark Northgate 

East Midlands Trains - Lincoln - Market Rasen - Grimsby 

East Midlands Trains - Lincoln - Nottingham - Leicester 

East Midlands Trains - Lincoln - Nottingham - London St Pancras 

Northern Trains - Lincoln - Retford - Sheffield - Meadowhall

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Boston 

Boston is a thriving market town dominated by the 

famous ‘Stump’ of St Botolph’s Church with its 271ft high 

tower that can be seen 20 miles away. 

Boston has an excellent choice of family-run and 

independent shops and also has a busy market held every 

Wednesday and Saturday. 

Places to visit include Hussey Tower, The Guildhall, Fydell 

House and Maud Foster Mill. 

Buses that serve Boston include: 


Brylaine 6 - Boston - Horncastle 

Brylaine 7 - Boston - Skegness (InterConnect service) 

Brylaine 113 - Spalding - Boston - Spilsby 

Carnell 51 - Boston - Holbeach - Long Sutton 

Kimes 58 - Boston - Kirton 

Kimes 59 - Boston - Donington - Spalding 

Stagecoach 7 - Boston - Skegness (InterConnect service) 

Rail services that serve Boston Station: 

East Midlands Trains - Nottingham - Grantham - Skegness

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Louth 

Louth is the capital of the Wolds. It is the largest market 

town in East Lincolnshire with an intricate network of 

charming streets and fine Georgian and Victorian buildings. 

Mercer Row and Eastgate are the main shopping streets 

and on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday the Cornmarket is 

where to find all the market stalls. 

As well as the markets, the surrounding farmland provides 

mouth-watering, fresh produce for the local shops, cafes and 

tea rooms. 

Buses that serve Louth include: 

Grayscroft 1 - Louth - Mablethorpe 

Louth CallConnect on demand service 


Stagecoach 9 - Louth - Mablethorpe - Ingoldmells - Skegness 



Stagecoach 51 - Louth - Grimsby (InterConnect service)

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Sleaford 

Sleaford twinned with Marquette Lez Lille in Northern 

France, is located on the River Slea and Sleaford canal. 

It is a pleasant and busy market town whose skyline is 

dominated by the 144ft stone spire of St Denys church. 

Markets are held on a Monday, Friday and Saturday. 

Places to visit include Cogglesford Mill, St Denys Church and 

The Hub. 

Buses that serve Sleaford include: 

Brylaine 5S - Sleaford - Metheringham 

Centrebus 635 - Sleaford - Cranwell 

Kimes 27 - Grantham - Ancaster - Sleaford 

Sleaford CallConnect on demand service 


Stagecoach 31 - Lincoln - Sleaford 

Rail services that serve Sleaford Station: 

East Midlands Trains - Nottingham - Grantham - Skegness 

East Midlands Trains - Lincoln - Sleaford - Peterborough

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Spalding 

Spalding’s vibrant town centre boasts a superb selection of 

shops, cafes and eating places. The twice-weekly market sells 

everything from fresh produce to household goods, flowers 

and clothing. 

Overlooking the river stands Ayscoughfee Hall and Gardens. 

This beautiful late-medieval hall once belonged to a wool 

merchant and now houses a museum depicting life in the 

area over the centuries 

Buses that serve Spalding include: 

Brylaine 113 - Spalding - Boston - Spilsby 

Delaine 302 - Spalding - Bourne (Tuesdays only) 

Fowlers F1 - Spalding - Gedney Hill 

Kimes 59 - Spalding - Donington - Boston 

Norfolk Green 505 - Spalding - Holbeach - Kings Lynn 


Shaws 100 - Spalding - Market Deeping 

Spalding CallConnect on demand service 


Stagecoach 37 - Spalding - Crowland - Peterborough 

(InterConnect Service) 

Rail services that serve Spalding Station: 

East Midlands Trains - Lincoln - Spalding - Peterborough

Visitor Attractions 

Lincoln Cathedral 

Lincoln Cathedral is one of the finest medieval buildings 

in Europe, which towers above Lincoln and is a prominent 

landmark for miles around. 

Home to the famous Lincoln Imp the sheer size of this 

fantastic building, with its stained glass windows and organ 

are a breathtaking sight for any visitor to Lincoln. 

For the full list of Lincoln Bus and Rail 

services please see page 15. 

The Castle and Cathedral are both accessible by foot, from Lincoln 

bus station/rail station or alternatively there is a Walk and Ride bus 

service which operates between Uphill and Downhill Lincoln. 

The Museum of Lincolnshire Life 

The Museum of Lincolnshire Life illustrates the social 

history of Lincolnshire from 1750 to the present day. 

The exhibits focus on Lincolnshire’s industrial and cultural 

past and there are many steam engines and agricultural 

machines to see. 

Ellis Mill, a working 18th Century windmill is just a short 

walk from the museum. 



The Museum of Lincolnshire Life is served by Stagecoach service 7/8 

Lincoln - Ermine. 

Lincoln Castle 

Built in 1068 Lincoln Castle adds to the picturesque sights of 

Uphill Lincoln. The castle is steeped in history and also houses 

an interesting museum for visitors to explore. 

The walls of the castle offer a bird’s eye view of Lincoln and 

the surrounding Bailgate, with the best being from the top of 

the Observatory Tower, as on a clear day you can see Boston 

Stump in the distance. 



The Castle and Cathedral are both accessible by foot, from Lincoln 

bus station/rail station or alternatively there is a Walk and Ride bus 

service which operates between Uphill and Downhill Lincoln. 

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Belton House near Grantham 

Built in 1685-89 for the young Sir John Brownlow, Belton is 

a fine example of a restored National Trust country house. 

The grounds include a landscaped park, gardens, a lakeside 

walk and children’s adventure playground. 

Many events are held throughout the year such as horse 

trials, open air concerts and an Easter trail. 

Also worth a visit is the nearby Belton Garden Centre. 

Buses that serve Belton House: 

Kimes 27 - Grantham - Ancaster - Sleaford 

Stagecoach 1 - Lincoln - Caythorpe - Grantham 


Tattershall Castle near Coningsby 

This dramatic 15th century red brick tower, surrounded by 

a moat, has spectacular views across the fens. It was built for 

Ralph Cromwell Lord Treasurer for England 1433-1443. This 

building was restored by Lord Curzon between 1911 and 1914. 

Now open to the public and owned by the National Trust. 

Buses that serve Tattershall Castle: 


Coningsby CallConnect on demand service 


Battle of Britain Visitor Centre 

near Coningsby 

The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight exhibition is home to 

several historically important aircrafts including one of only 

two flying Lancaster Bombers, five Spitfires, two Hurricanes, 

two Chipmunks and a Dakota. 

The visitors centre offers a combination of permanent and 

temporary galleries, guided tours and a visitors shop. 

Buses that serve Battle of Britain Exhibition: 


Coningsby CallConnect on demand service 


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Butlins Skegness 

Enjoy a fun filled family day out at Butlins Skegness. 

There are a variety of attractions and things to do 

whatever the weather. 

Day visitor opening times are from 10.00 until 18.00 with 

the last admission being at 16.00. 

Buses that serve Butlins Skegness: 

Hunts 7 - Alford - Skegness 

Stagecoach 1 - Skegness - Chapel St Leonards 

Stagecoach 1A - Skegness - Ingoldmells 

Stagecoach 3 - Skegness - Ingoldmells (Coastal Cruiser) 

Stagecoach 9 - Skegness - Mablethorpe - Louth (InterConnect service) 

Redbus 1 - Skegness - Butlins 

Natureland Seal Sanctuary Skegness 

Primarily a seal hospital in which seals are nursed back 

to health and hopefully released back into the wild, 

Natureland also offers an array of other animals. From 

exotic Flamingos to pets corner, home to rabbits, guinea 

pigs and other fluffy friends. 

This centre is well worth a visit, with regular feeding times 

and plenty of staff on hand to answer any questions. 

Buses that serve Natureland Seal Sanctuary 

Skegness: 


Stagecoach 1 - Skegness - Chapel St Leonards 

Stagecoach 1A - Skegness - Ingoldmells 

Stagecoach 3 - Skegness - Ingoldmells (Coastal Cruiser) 

Stagecoach 9 - Skegness - Mablethorpe - Louth (InterConnect service) 

Church Farm Museum Skegness 

The Church Farm Museum Skegness is a free, rural life 

museum that takes you back in time to a traditional 

1900’s farm. 

Experience life in a Victorian farmhouse and explore the 

surrounding attractions including the blacksmiths forge, 

Bob the traction engine and agricultural displays. 

A most entertaining day out for children and a trip down 

memory lane for anyone who can remember the ‘good old days’. 

Buses that serve Church Farm Museum 

Skegness: 

Stagecoach 2 - Skegness Town Service 

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Alford Five Sailed Windmill 

The only one of three windmills left standing in Alford this 

five sailed mill dates back to 1837. It stands over 30ft tall 

and has six different floors. 

Although the mill finished working in 1955 it has been fully 

restored and can now be seen by visitors working on a 

regular basis. The traditionally milled flour is available to 

buy on site. 

Buses that serve Alford Mill: 







Alford Manor House 

Alford Manor House is reputedly the largest thatched manor 

house in the country. 

Surrounded by beautiful gardens and close to Lincolnshire 

coast this is a lovely place to visit. 

The house offers examples of rooms from 1611 through to 

Georgian and Victorian times. Built in a rare H shape and with 

walls made from reed and plaster surrounded by brick this 

ancient house is full of hidden treasures. 

Buses that serve Alford Manor House: 







Gunby Hall near Spilsby 

Located on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds this fine red 

bricked house dates from 1700 with its impressive woodpanelled 

interiors and Victorian walled garden parading 

English flowers, fruit and vegetables. 

The ground floor and basement are open to the public, where 

you can wander freely and view the many fine paintings and 

furniture on display. 

Buses that serve Gunby Hall Spilsby: 


Spilsby CallConnect on demand service 


Stagecoach 6 - Lincoln - Spilsby - Skegness (InterConnect service) 

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Springfields Outlet Shopping 

and Festival Gardens 

For those who like to shop the Springfields Outlet 

Shopping is worth a visit, with a host of shops to choose 

from. 

Also take a look around the beautiful Festival Gardens and 

visit the Fenscape Discovery Centre. 

Buses that serve Springfields Shopping 

Outlet and Festival Gardens: 

Norfolk Green 505 - Spalding - Springfields - Holbeach 

- Kings Lynn (InterConnect service) 



Baytree Garden Centre near Spalding 

This popular garden centre and nursery has everything for 

the keen gardener. 

The centre also has a variety of other departments 

including pets and aquatics, home furnishings, the Hop-In 

restaurant, children’s play area and Baytree Owl centre. 

Buses that serve Baytree Garden Centre: 





Long Sutton Butterfly & Wildlife Park 

This Park set in the heart of the Fens is a great family day 

out. With a walkthrough Tropical House, a Reptile Land and 

Creepy Crawlie House amongst the attractions. 

Other attractions include an outdoor animal centre, crazy 

golf, Birds of Prey Centre, large adventure playground, 

picnic area, tea rooms and gift shop. 

Buses that serve Long Sutton Butterfly & 

Wildlife Park: 

Long Sutton CallConnect on demand service 


Norfolk Green 50 - Long Sutton - Sutton Bridge - Wisbech 



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Burghley House near Stamford 

Built between 1555 -1587 by William Cecil, Lord High 

Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, Burghley is one the largest 

and grandest houses of the first Elizabethan Age. 

The grounds include landscaped gardens designed by 

“Capability” Brown, a lakeside walk, Orangery Restaurant, 

Gift Shop & the exciting Garden of Surprises. 

Many events are held throughout the year such as the 

famous Burghley Park horse trials, the open air Battle Proms 

Firework Concert and an annual Christmas craft fare. 

Buses that serve Burghley House: 

Delaine 201 - Peterborough - Helpston - Stamford 

Stamford CallConnect on demand service 


Batemans Brewery & Visitor Centre 

Batemans Brewery is one of the country’s oldest family 

breweries. Located in a lovely setting by the river it offers 

visitors a fun day out. 

Attractions include a ‘virtual reality’ walk round the 

Brewery Experience, Brewhouse tours, a bistro, beer 

garden and a games area where a wide variety of old 

traditional pub games can be found. 

Buses that serve Batemans Brewery 

& Visitor Centre, Wainfleet: 

Brylaine 7 - Skegness - Boston (InterConnect service) 

Stagecoach 7 - Skegness - Boston (InterConnect service) 

Wainfleet CallConnect on demand service 


Rail services that serve Wainfleet Station: 

East Midlands Trains - Skegness - Grantham - Nottingham 

Rand Farm Park near Wragby 

Rand Farm Park is a genuine working farm for children of 

all ages to enjoy. There are a large variety of animals which 

you can touch, feed and hold. 

Some of the other attractions include an indoor heated 

play barn, tea room, large outdoor adventure playground, 

go-kart track and tractor rides. 

Buses that serve Rand Farm Park: 

Stagecoach 6 - Lincoln - Spilsby - Skegness 



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CONTACT INFORMATION 

For full timetable information and fares contact the 

relevant operators. 

Bus Services: 

Brylaine Travel 01205 364087 

Carnell Coaches 01406 350482 

www.carnellscoaches.co.uk 

CallConnect 08452 343344 

www.lincsinterconnect.com 

CallConnect (Stamford) 08452 638153 

www.wellandcallconnect.co.uk 

Centrebus 08443 511120 

www.centrebus.co.uk 

Delaine Buses 01778 422866 

www.delainebuses.com 

Fowlers Travel 01406 330232 

www.fowlerstravel.com 

Grayscroft Coaches 01507 473236 

www.grayscroft.co.uk 

Hunts Coaches 01507 463000 

www.hunts-coaches.co.uk 

KJB 01522 696222 

Kimes 01529 497251 

www.kimesbuses.co.uk 

Norfolk Green 01553 776980 

www.norfolkgreen.co.uk 

Shaws Coaches 01778 342224 

www.shawscoaches.co.uk 

Stagecoach East Midlands 0845 6050605 

www.stagecoachbus.com 

Stagecoach in Peterborough 01733 554575 

www.stagecoachbus.com 

Veolia 08700 121212 

www.veolia-transport.co.uk 

Rail Services: 

www.lincsbus.info 

Public Transport Information for Lincolnshire 

Log on to lincsbus to find out more about: 

Bus Timetables/Routes 

News 

Visitor Information 

East Midlands Trains 

www.eastmidlandstrains.co.uk 

08457 125678 

East Coast 

www.eastcoast.co.uk 

08457 225 225 

First Hull Trains 

www.hulltrains.co.uk 

08450 710222 

Northern Rail 08450 00 0125 

www.northernrail.org 

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Lincolnshire Walks 

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A circular walk of 13km (8 miles) 

Want to go further afield? 

For further information on walks 

in your area please contact: 

01522 782070 or visit 

www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/ 

lincolnshirewalks 

TRAVELLING BY TRAIN 

Introduction 

Take the Train 

forget the car 

The villages of Dunholme, There are many fine old houses 

Nettleham and Scothern sit on and cottages built of the local 

the Lincolnshire Edge, the 

limestone backbone of the 

limestone in each village. 

county, north of the city of The name Dunholme originates 

Lincoln. In the west is the from ‘Dunna’s homestead’, 

Limestone Heath and in the east Nettleham from ‘the homestead 

the Lincoln Clay Vale. It may be where nettles grow’ and Scothern 

difficult to see the transition but 

you may notice the drier stonier 

from ‘ Scot’s or Scots’ thorn tree’. 

soils of the Heath and wetter All three villages have a beck 

clayey soils of the Vale! 

running through their centre, the 

one in Nettleham being 

The landscape is open and particularly popular with ducks! 

arable with Lincoln Cathedral Both Dunholme and Nettleham 

visible on the skyline. This walk are also lucky enough to have 

links the three villages and their ponds which provide a great 

Early English village churches of opportunity to see 

St Chad’s, All Saints’ and 

a variety of 

St Germain’s. 

wildlife. 

EXPLORE 

LINCOLNSHIRE 

As well as reducing your carbon 

footprint, taking the train gives 

you time to work or just relax 

and enjoy the scenery. 

For further information please 

contact 08457 48 49 50 

or visit www.nationalrail.co.uk

CONTACTING THE 

COUNTY COUNCIL 

Lincolnshire County Council, Development Directorate, 

Accessibility & Policy Unit, City Hall, Lincoln, LN1 1DN. 

General Enquiries: 01522 782070 

Email us at: accessibilityandpolicy@lincolnshire.gov.uk 

Or visit our website: 

www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/busrailtravel 

www.lincsbus.info 

This publication can be made available on request in 

alternative formats and languages. 

Please telephone 01522 782070 for details. 

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure accuracy 

of this publication, Lincolnshire County Council cannot 

be held responsible for any errors or changes in the 

information given. 

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