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Explore The Lincolnshire Wolds

Stunning countryside, right on our doorstep

For lovers of the great outdoors, the Lincolnshire Wolds is simply a must-visit.

An Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), this landscape covers some 216 square miles – and is just a stone’s throw from Watermill Leisure Park.

Put your best foot forward and discover vast areas of unspoilt countryside, rolling green hills and picturesque alleys. It’s home to a wide array of animals and wildlife.

Read our mini guide to the region, below.

Hubbard’s Hills

This unique glacial overspill channel was formed in the last ice age, over 40,000 years ago. Now a beautiful green space that’s popular for dog walks and picnics, this natural landscape boasts water running through mature trees on sloping sides.

Enjoy walks, idyllic views and wildlife as you explore this area.

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Walking In The Lincolnshire Wolds

The Lindsey Trail

Enjoy walks through the scenic landscape of the Lincolnshire Wolds on the Lindsey Trail, extending from nearby Market Rasen to Horncastle.

It is a 69 mile trek and 22 miles of the route is off road, so remember to pack those walking boots!

Red Hill Nature Reserve

With acres of wild landscape and meadows, this steep natural chalk escarpment is a popular spot.

A disused quarry, it is famous for its exposed red chalk rich in fossils. Enjoy the great assortment of chalk plants that occupy the grassland and quarry here. A great day out.

Places To Visit

As well as the outstanding natural beauty, The Lincolnshire Wolds is home to range of charming market towns and villages that are well worth exploring.

Here’s just a few of our favourites that are located a short distance from our park.

Market Rasen

Home to the county’s only racecourse (which in itself is a great day out!), Market Rasen is small picturesque town, centred around it market place. Home to cobbled streets and independent shops and cafes, it’s well worth a visit and close to our park.

Caistor

Located at the northern edge of the Wolds, Caistor is picturesque town that’s rich in history , dating back to Roman Times. There are no fewer than 56 listed buildings in the town centre. If you’re looking for a bite to eat or some shops to browse, Caistor is well worth a visit and is only a short distance from us.

Louth

Regarded as a bit of a foodie haven, Louth is the place for cafes, pubs restaurants and lots of independent shops, with over 70% of traders there being independently owned. It’s also easy on the eye, and you can spend time exploring the magnificent Georgian and Victorian architecture throughout the town centre.