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Horncastle Tourist Information

A country market town of great charm. Horncastle was originally the roman town of Banovallum; remains of the Roman wall can be seen in the local library.

Situated on the banks of the Rivers Waring and Bain, the town contains some very attractive buildings and is noted for its many antique shops.

St. Mary - the oldest part of the Church date from the early 13th century, built mostly of green Spilsby sandstone.

The King's Head - one of the few 'mud and stud' buildings in the town, it is a picturesque thatched building and is noted for its wonderful floral displays.



 

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Attractions near Horncastle
Usher Gallery (17 Miles)*
The Usher Gallery was founded in 1927 following the bequest to the City of Lincoln of an outstanding collection of decorative art.
Lincoln Castle (17 Miles)*
In 1068, two years after the battle of Hastings, William the Conqueror began building Lincoln Castle on a site occupied since Roman times.
Museum of Lincolnshire Life (18 Miles)*
The Museum of Lincolnshire Life is the largest and most exciting Social History Museum in the County. It occupies a listed barracks, built in 1857 for the Royal North Lincoln Militia.
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What's near Horncastle

Attractions:
  Tattershall Castle  8 Miles
  Gunby Hall  13 Miles
  Usher Gallery  17 Miles
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Towns:
  Thimbleby  1 Mile
  Scrivelsby  2 Miles
  West Ashby  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Bairstow Eves East Midlands  <1 Mile
  Turner Evans Stevens Ltd  9 Miles
  Willsons  9 Miles
Hotels:
  Best Western Admiral Rodney Hotel  <1 Mile
  Woodhall Spa Hotel  5 Miles
  Best Western Kenwick Park Hotel  10 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:

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Self Catering:
  Greetham Retreat Holidays  3 Miles
  Carpenters and Ploughmans Cottages  3 Miles
  Bainvalley Cottages  4 Miles
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Campsites:
  Greetham Retreat CL Site  3 Miles
  Bain Valley Fisheries Caravan Park  6 Miles
  B V Fisheries Caravan & Rally Park  6 Miles
TIC: Horncastle Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01507 526636  <1 Mile



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Towns near Horncastle
Thimbleby Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Scrivelsby Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
West Ashby Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Horncastle
Best Western Admiral Rodney Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
In the attractive market town of Horncastle, on the southern tip of the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, this Grade II listed coaching inn offers attractive, comfortable en suite accommodation.
Woodhall Spa Hotel (5 Miles)*
This historic hotel is 400 metres from Woodhall Spa Golf Club, and near RAF Coningsby. The hotel has a late bar, a restaurant and parking. Woodhall Spa is an ideal retreat, and has friendly and helpful staff.
Best Western Kenwick Park Hotel (10 Miles)*
The Best Western Kenwick Park Hotel is situated in an area of stunning natural beauty within the grounds of Kenwick Park Estate.
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Self Catering near Horncastle
Bainland Country Park (4 Miles)*
We have 25 self catering bungalows and 10 static caravans on our 44 acre holiday park. The bungalows are all purpose built with double glazing and gas central heating.
Poachers Hideaway (5 Miles)*
With 170 acres of ancient woodland, wildflower pastures, natural hedgerows and water meadows, to explore, Poachers Hideaway is the perfect place to relax in 5-star holiday cottage accommodation.
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