Lincolnshire Day began in 2006 with a petition to formally recognise the Lincolnshire Rising, a rebellion that began in Yorkshire in October 1536 as a protest against Henry VIII’s dissolution of the monasteries and England’s separation from the Roman Catholic Church. Nine thousand Lincolnshire protesters marched to York, where Henry and his court were staying, … Read more
Lincolnshire was a Roman-occupied county for over three centuries. They built many forts during their stay, including at Ancaster, Caistor, Louth, Stamford and Tattershall. The city of Lincoln, known as Lindum Colonia, became one of most important Roman garrison towns in England and, after York, was the second most northerly Roman outpost in England. It … Read more
From Alford, Horncastle and Louth in the glorious Lincolnshire Wolds, to Stamford and Market Deeping in the south, Lincolnshire’s market towns are many and varied. The market towns of Lincolnshire make a great day out, with plenty for visitors to discover as they meander around the historic streets of Lincolnshire’s towns. Lincolnshire remains an agricultural … Read more
Lincolnshire offers tourists a variety of activities to do and participate in. Whether you are the easygoing type or the adventurous type you will certainly enjoy exploring the county. Aside from cycling and walking, Lincolnshire is also perfect for horse riding. They have open spaces, trails and quiet lanes that are safe for horse riding. … Read more