Jade's Guidebook
Walks
Perfect little dog walking spot. Walk towards the Market Place, and from here cross the road and go behind the church in front of you. There’s a pedestrian crossing over the main road, then head right and follow the canal. From here, you’ll get to the swimming pool and there are options for walks. Turn left before reaching the pool to walk across the fields, over a little bridge for a dip in the stream, then follow the paths through the woodland. Alternatively, walk past the swimming pool and go over the bridge over the river. Turn left and join the path which forms the Spa Trail, a walk from Horncastle to Woodhall Spa of about 6.5 miles.
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Perfect little dog walking spot. Walk towards the Market Place, and from here cross the road and go behind the church in front of you. There’s a pedestrian crossing over the main road, then head right and follow the canal. From here, you’ll get to the swimming pool and there are options for walks. Turn left before reaching the pool to walk across the fields, over a little bridge for a dip in the stream, then follow the paths through the woodland. Alternatively, walk past the swimming pool and go over the bridge over the river. Turn left and join the path which forms the Spa Trail, a walk from Horncastle to Woodhall Spa of about 6.5 miles.
A great woodland nature reserve only a 10 minute drive from Horncastle on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The Country Park side of the nature reserve is dog friendly and takes you through mixed woodlands fretted by streams. Follow the green tree markers for a nice 1 1/4 mile walk. Take £1 with you for parking.
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Snipe Dales
B1195A great woodland nature reserve only a 10 minute drive from Horncastle on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The Country Park side of the nature reserve is dog friendly and takes you through mixed woodlands fretted by streams. Follow the green tree markers for a nice 1 1/4 mile walk. Take £1 with you for parking.
Just north of Skegness, Anderby Creek offers a quieter retreat, with big skies and open sandy beaches. It’s an ideal, dog friendly walking spot to get some fresh sea air any time of year. It’s also home to the Cloud Bar - the worlds only official cloud spotting area as designated by the Cloud Appreciation Society! The North Sea Observatory is also nearby and worth popping in to warm up with a cuppa overlooking views of the sea (it’s also dog friendly!).
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Anderby Creek Beach
Just north of Skegness, Anderby Creek offers a quieter retreat, with big skies and open sandy beaches. It’s an ideal, dog friendly walking spot to get some fresh sea air any time of year. It’s also home to the Cloud Bar - the worlds only official cloud spotting area as designated by the Cloud Appreciation Society! The North Sea Observatory is also nearby and worth popping in to warm up with a cuppa overlooking views of the sea (it’s also dog friendly!).
Dog Friendly Pubs
Our local and first choice for a nice drink. The bull offers a good range of beers and spirits and they’ve recently re-decorated so it’s nice and fresh inside with plenty of covered outdoor seating too. They also offer a nice range of tapas to go alongside your drinks. Their resident dog Baxter might be there to greet you - though he can be a bit grumpy!
The Bull Hotel
17 Bull RingOur local and first choice for a nice drink. The bull offers a good range of beers and spirits and they’ve recently re-decorated so it’s nice and fresh inside with plenty of covered outdoor seating too. They also offer a nice range of tapas to go alongside your drinks. Their resident dog Baxter might be there to greet you - though he can be a bit grumpy!
Over the road from The Bull is the Kings Head, known by the locals as ‘The Thatch’. It’s a small, ‘proper pub’ with a great, cosy atmosphere. Good selection of beers and a dedicated gin menu.
The Kings Head
16 Bull RingOver the road from The Bull is the Kings Head, known by the locals as ‘The Thatch’. It’s a small, ‘proper pub’ with a great, cosy atmosphere. Good selection of beers and a dedicated gin menu.
Less than a 5 minute drive, the Durham Ox is a welcoming pub with delicious food and a good vegetarian menu (the veggie sausage and mash was great!).
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Durham Ox
Less than a 5 minute drive, the Durham Ox is a welcoming pub with delicious food and a good vegetarian menu (the veggie sausage and mash was great!).
Only a 5 minute drive away, the West Ashby Arms has a great selection of food, and they also do themed nights including BOGOF burgers on a Thursday and 30p chicken wings on a Wednesday! They have a dedicated dog friendly area and serve a good selection of beers and pale ales.
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The West Ashby Arms
Main StreetOnly a 5 minute drive away, the West Ashby Arms has a great selection of food, and they also do themed nights including BOGOF burgers on a Thursday and 30p chicken wings on a Wednesday! They have a dedicated dog friendly area and serve a good selection of beers and pale ales.
Just under 10 minute drive from the property, Ebrington Arms is worth a visit for the pie alone!
Ebrington Arms
Just under 10 minute drive from the property, Ebrington Arms is worth a visit for the pie alone!
Lovely dog friendly pub serving a classical, seasonal menu situated near RAF Conningsby. Their pub dog is a spaniel called Ollie who might be there to greet you!
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The Leagate Inn
Leagate RoadLovely dog friendly pub serving a classical, seasonal menu situated near RAF Conningsby. Their pub dog is a spaniel called Ollie who might be there to greet you!
A lovely pub at the top of Lincoln’s popular Steep Hill. The food is excellent and they have a dedicated dog friendly area.
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Duke William Hotel
40-44 BailgateA lovely pub at the top of Lincoln’s popular Steep Hill. The food is excellent and they have a dedicated dog friendly area.
Traditional pub sat at the top of Lincoln’s Steel Hill. Nice food and great beer, all within an atmospheric oak beamed setting.
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Wig & Mitre Restaurant
30-32 Steep HillTraditional pub sat at the top of Lincoln’s Steel Hill. Nice food and great beer, all within an atmospheric oak beamed setting.
Neighbourhoods
Honeypot Cottage is right in the heart of Horncastle. This popular market town is worth a walk round to view the historical buildings, with plenty of stopping places along the way! Look out for the blue plaques, and take a walk to view the historical castle walls. Pick up a trail guide from the Sir Joseph Banks Society Museum (look for the Information sign on Bridge street).
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Horncastle
Honeypot Cottage is right in the heart of Horncastle. This popular market town is worth a walk round to view the historical buildings, with plenty of stopping places along the way! Look out for the blue plaques, and take a walk to view the historical castle walls. Pick up a trail guide from the Sir Joseph Banks Society Museum (look for the Information sign on Bridge street).
A quaint little town, full of military history. Worth a walk around in the day time for independent shops, the best ice cream shop and a nice walk through the woods. There’s also an outdoor swimming pool. In the evening, enjoy a delicious curry or sit outside and enjoy cocktails along the highstreet. The cinema is a must, for vintage vibes at half the price of a chain cinema! The organist plays with the last film in Screen 1 every Saturday night. If you’re visiting in July, check the dates of the 1940s weekend - it’s a must (fancy dress encouraged!).
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Woodhall Spa
A quaint little town, full of military history. Worth a walk around in the day time for independent shops, the best ice cream shop and a nice walk through the woods. There’s also an outdoor swimming pool. In the evening, enjoy a delicious curry or sit outside and enjoy cocktails along the highstreet. The cinema is a must, for vintage vibes at half the price of a chain cinema! The organist plays with the last film in Screen 1 every Saturday night. If you’re visiting in July, check the dates of the 1940s weekend - it’s a must (fancy dress encouraged!).
The beautiful, historical city of Lincoln is approximately 40 minutes drive away. There are plenty of central car parks, or if you prefer you can catch the number 56 bus from opposite the Market Place. Buses tend to run every hour (Sundays every 2 hours). A trip to the cathedral is a must, and I’d also recommend visiting the castle. Built in 1068, walk the castle walls (make sure to get the audio guide!), explore the Victorian Prison and view the Magna Carta underground vault. Steep Hill is worth the climb, with a variety of pubs and eateries at the top.
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Lincoln
The beautiful, historical city of Lincoln is approximately 40 minutes drive away. There are plenty of central car parks, or if you prefer you can catch the number 56 bus from opposite the Market Place. Buses tend to run every hour (Sundays every 2 hours). A trip to the cathedral is a must, and I’d also recommend visiting the castle. Built in 1068, walk the castle walls (make sure to get the audio guide!), explore the Victorian Prison and view the Magna Carta underground vault. Steep Hill is worth the climb, with a variety of pubs and eateries at the top.
Pronounced by some Lincolnshire folk as “low-weth”. Another popular market town, just over 20 minutes from Horncastle. Known for its weekly markets and local Lincolnshire produce; from speciality cheeses to Lincolnshire’s famous plum loaf. Nearby, Hubbards Hills is worth a visit for a walk and a paddle!
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Louth
Pronounced by some Lincolnshire folk as “low-weth”. Another popular market town, just over 20 minutes from Horncastle. Known for its weekly markets and local Lincolnshire produce; from speciality cheeses to Lincolnshire’s famous plum loaf. Nearby, Hubbards Hills is worth a visit for a walk and a paddle!
Said to be one of the best villages to visit in Lincolnshire, Tealby is nestled on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. It’s picturesque houses, quaint walks and views of the Wolds make it an attractive place to visit. There is also a pub and dog friendly tea rooms.
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Tealby
Said to be one of the best villages to visit in Lincolnshire, Tealby is nestled on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. It’s picturesque houses, quaint walks and views of the Wolds make it an attractive place to visit. There is also a pub and dog friendly tea rooms.
Sightseeing
A must for winter visitors, from the end of October to the end of December, grey seals come to Donna Nook to give birth to their pups. A fenced seal viewing area is open during this time, and the seals and their fluffy white pups come right up to the fence. A true, winter wildlife experience not to be missed. Entry is free but there is a charge for parking. See the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust website for details.
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Donna Nook
A must for winter visitors, from the end of October to the end of December, grey seals come to Donna Nook to give birth to their pups. A fenced seal viewing area is open during this time, and the seals and their fluffy white pups come right up to the fence. A true, winter wildlife experience not to be missed. Entry is free but there is a charge for parking. See the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust website for details.
Enjoy stunning views across the Lincolnshire Wolds at Red Hill nature reserve. About a 15 minute drive on the way to Louth, Red Hill is worth a stop off for fabulous views and photo-worthy wildlife (summer is the best time to see orchids and marbled white butterflies). Parts of the wildflower meadows are dog friendly, but it’s not much of a walk - more of a stop off. Don’t forget your picnic blanket!
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Red Hill Nature Reserve
Stenigot TopEnjoy stunning views across the Lincolnshire Wolds at Red Hill nature reserve. About a 15 minute drive on the way to Louth, Red Hill is worth a stop off for fabulous views and photo-worthy wildlife (summer is the best time to see orchids and marbled white butterflies). Parts of the wildflower meadows are dog friendly, but it’s not much of a walk - more of a stop off. Don’t forget your picnic blanket!
Food scene
Super delicious, traditional restaurant with a modern twist. A charming atmosphere and friendly staff. The vegetarian options are always brilliant (not your usual stroganoff option!) and I’ve been told the braised blade of beef is the choice for meat eaters. A little more expensive but worth it. They do a discounted early bird menu between 5pm - 6:30pm, Tuesday - Friday.
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Shakesby's Restaurant
5 West StSuper delicious, traditional restaurant with a modern twist. A charming atmosphere and friendly staff. The vegetarian options are always brilliant (not your usual stroganoff option!) and I’ve been told the braised blade of beef is the choice for meat eaters. A little more expensive but worth it. They do a discounted early bird menu between 5pm - 6:30pm, Tuesday - Friday.
A lovely little Italian on North Street, just round the corner from the property. Authentic, Italian food. Stonebaked pizzas are a must, especially the garlic bread with caramelised onions - delicious! They also offer a takeaway service.
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Montebello Ristorante
65 North StA lovely little Italian on North Street, just round the corner from the property. Authentic, Italian food. Stonebaked pizzas are a must, especially the garlic bread with caramelised onions - delicious! They also offer a takeaway service.
Stunning fine dining restaurant with a quaint atmosphere and friendly staff. Highly recommend for special occasions and anniversaries. They also host taster menu evenings (6 courses!), special events and wine tastings.
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Magpies Restaurant with Rooms
71-75 East StStunning fine dining restaurant with a quaint atmosphere and friendly staff. Highly recommend for special occasions and anniversaries. They also host taster menu evenings (6 courses!), special events and wine tastings.
If you want convenience, there is a great fish and chip shop on St Lawrence Street just round the corner (follow your nose!), but if it’s quality you’re after it’s got to be Mermaid Fisheries. Prepare to queue - especially on a Friday, but it’s worth it!
Mermaid Fisheries
28 South StIf you want convenience, there is a great fish and chip shop on St Lawrence Street just round the corner (follow your nose!), but if it’s quality you’re after it’s got to be Mermaid Fisheries. Prepare to queue - especially on a Friday, but it’s worth it!