Lincolnshire is one of those counties that often used to go unnoticed, but thanks to the sheer number of period and Merchant Ivory films that have used its historic homes and beautiful landscapes in recent years, people have begun to sit up and take notice.
The landscapes are truly beautiful and varied as you would expect from England’s fourth biggest county, with everything from vales and wolds, fen lands, fertile agricultural land, gentle hills and charming seaside resorts. The Wolds are an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and provide the only uplands terrain between Yorkshire and Kent, serving up woods of beech, deep valleys and undulating hills, broken up by streams and rivers.
Towns and villages of note include Somersby (birthplace of Tennyson) and Spilsby, Market Rasen, Louth and Alford. Up in the northern part of the county the gorgeous Ancholme Valley joins the rolling chalk of the Wolds and walkers can join the Viking Way, a wonderful trail that goes from the Humber Bridge (Europe's longest single span suspension bridge) to Lincoln.
For history buffs, the town of Epworth was where Methodism first began and Brigg features a horse fair dating back to the 13th century. The City of Lincoln itself is one of the Uk’s historic highlights, packed with medieval buildings and featuring the famous triple towered Cathedral and the Norman Castle (built in 1068) which also holds one of only four remaining copies of the original Magna Carta in its prison. Other sites worth visiting include Grimsthorpe Castle and Burghley House in the Vales of south west Lincolnshire.
Lastly, when you’ve tired of history and hiking, why not put your feet up on the beach at one of the award winning resorts of Mablethorpe, Chapel St. Leonards, Ingoldmells or Skegness.
Grimsby Auditorium, GrimsbyAlthough best known through their seat in Alternative Music's class of 2005, Kaiser Chiefs originally began life as the less successful Parva in 1996. Their reinvention a decade later saw them take the country by storm, and with the combined song writing talents of Nick Hodgson and the natural stage presence of front-man Ricky Wilson they showed that they were a force to be taken seriously - despite their tongue-in-cheek attitude and songs such 'Everyday I Love you Less and Less'. After Mercury nominated debut 'Employment' the band went on to three more album, their latest - 'The Future is Med…
Grimsby Auditorium, GrimsbyRecreating original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, Beyond the Barricade features a cast of past principal performers from the West End production of Les Miserables, and the recent 25th Anniversary Concert at the 02 Arena. This production will include songs from Miss Saigon, The Lion King, Phantom Of The Opera, Love Never Dies, Mamma Mia, Blood Brothers, The Jersey Boys and many more hit musical productions, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables!…
Dave’s hilarious new show examines many more situations in life where words really don’t come easy . These include tongue-tied parents explaining the facts of life , ridiculous newspaper stories , poems, pathetic adolescent chat-up lines , hospital speak , learning a foreign language and an extended selection of song lyrics that range from the lazy through surreal to the ridiculous. …
Lincoln Engine Shed, LincolnThe Stranglers are pleased to announce a full UK tour in March 2012, the band have been busy in the studio writing and recording their seventeenth studio album which is due for release next year. First forming in 1974 the band's straight talking approach gave them the reputation as aggressive and confrontational with their notoriety later embraced by the punk movement of 77. The tour celebrates the 35th anniversary of the initial release and success of debut single 'Grip' and their legendary first album Rattus Norvegicus.…
As the acclaimed writer and comedian prepares for his second BAFTA nominated BBC Series (STEWART LEE'S COMEDY VEHICLE), Stewart Lee presents a vegetable stew of new work with insights into his extensive work for charity, his grandfather's war record and his student memories of programming the music for a ball hosted by David Cameron. See it live so you can begin the backlash ahead of transmission.…
Lincoln Engine Shed, LincolnFollowing a string of sold-out intimate gigs to celebrate the release of their fifth studio album Above The Noise, McFly return to play first arena tour in two years. Having recently conquered colossal venues around the world, McFly are excited to return and showcase their infectious and soulful electro-pop sound across UK venues. …
For over five decades The Osmond Brothers have been entertaining sold out crowds throughout the world and 2012 marks the year of their biggest ever UK Tour. The Osmonds are unique in their success as a band and as solo performers. They have recorded over 200 albums, selling over 100 million copies with 59 gold and platinum recordings. They have sold out venues worldwide, breaking box office records and received countless awards; most notably in 2003 when they were honoured by the industry, receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.…
Engine Shed, LincolnAmerican stand-up comic Doug Stanhope brings to audiences his hilarious comedy material that ranges from 'true-life graphic perversion to volatile social criticism'. Vulgar, opinionated and brutally honest, his material shocks but entertains, and is certainly not for everybody. Doug was selected by both Variety and the Hollywood Reporter as one of the Top Ten Comics To Watch.…
Lincoln Engine Shed, LincolnRizzle Kicks are a hip-hop duo from Southend in London. The duo consists of Jordan “Rizzle” Stephens and Harley “Sylvester” Alexander-Sule . They released their debut album ‘Stereo Typical’ on 31 October 2011. Rizzle Kicks have been making music together since they attended school in Sussex. They realised that their style fitted together when Alexander-Sule sang over one of Stephens’ tracks. A promotional single ‘Miss Cigarette’ was released in December 2010; they then released their debut single ‘Prophet (Better Watch It) in May 2011, which was offered as a free download on their website. The…
Grimsby Auditorium, GrimsbyThe most miserable man from Wales, Rhod Gilbert takes his hilarious performances to sell-out shows across the UK. Voted one of the Top 50 Comedians, Rhod makes regular appearances on top shows such as Mock The Week. A top-class comedian: buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment.…
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Other concerts, music and gigs in Lincolnshire are:
Dave Berry with Joel White and the Esquires25 Feb, StamfordBeyond the Barricade26 Feb, GrimsbyRodney Carrington3 Mar, LincolnUrban Folk Quartet8 Mar, FulbeckReal Diamond John Hylton15 Mar, StamfordThe Stranglers15 Mar, LincolnAre You Experienced Hendrix16 Mar, StamfordCounterfeit Quo30 Mar, CowbitMcFly1 Apr, LincolnSweet Home Chicago the Blues Brothers14 Apr, Stamford
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Grimsby AuditoriumOur spotlight theatre/performing arts centre of the week is Grimsby Auditorium, located in Grimsby. See what shows and performances are on this week at Grimsby Auditorium.
Other theatres and performing arts venues in Lincolnshire are:
Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre
Museum of Lincolnshire LifeThe museum is situated in an old barracks built for the Loyal North Lincoln Militia in 1857. The museum contains large and significant collections covering all aspects of social history, including domestic community and commercial life, crafts, agriculture, industry and the collection belonging to …Location: Lincoln
Some other fun family days out in Lincolnshire are:
Church Farm MuseumNatureland Seal SanctuaryStamford MuseumSpalding Butterfly and Wildlife ParkMuseum of Lincolnshire LifeThe museum is situated in an old barracks built for the Loyal North Lincoln Militia in 1857. The museum contains large and significant collections covering all aspects of social history, including domestic community and commercial life, crafts, agriculture, industry and the collection belonging to …Location: Lincoln
Some other notable historic attractions in Lincolnshire are:
Doddington HallGainsborough Old HallGrimsthorpe CastleNormanby Hall and Country ParkLincoln CastleStamford MuseumThornton Abbey and GatehouseWoolsthorpe ManorChurch Farm MuseumUsher GalleryBattle of Britain Memorial CentreTattershall CastleBurghley HouseBelton House
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