Gorgeous Lincolnshire alternative to the Cotswolds without the huge crowds
The Cotswolds has become a victim of its own beauty as the hordes of tourists visiting the region continue to cause trouble for locals. Traffic chaos has been rife with coach buses dropping off camera-happy tourists each day.
That said, the hunt for an equally beautiful but less crowded alternative staycation destination is well under way. One destination in Lincolnshire has distinguished itself with rolling hills, quaint cottages and hidden valleys—some of the best natural scenes in the East Midlands.
The Lincolnshire Wolds has all the best elements of the Cotswolds but without the headache-inducing crowds and coach bus traffic. Designated an Area of Outstanding Beauty, the Lincolnshire Wolds sits mid-way between Lincoln and the coast, surrounded by the relatively flat fens, coastal marsh and the Lincoln Clay Vale. It comes after images show the cheapest seaside spot in England is full of abandoned £40k homes 'nobody wants'.
Home to 216 square miles (558 square kilometres) of countryside, these Wolds are perfect for active nature enthusiasts and avid walkers. There are also market towns where you can enjoy a traditional day out and the Hubbard Hills close to Louth is a popular picnic spot for families.
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1 of 7 (Visit Lincolnshire)For centuries, Lincolnshire’s market towns have been established trading hubs. Today, they remain vital networks for farmers, artisans, independent traders, and the communities they serve.
2 of 7 (Visit Lincolnshire)The quaint market town of Spilsby the perfect place for visitors is a highlight of Lincolnshire. Despite its small size, it has three marketplace and the columned former courthouse and jail has been converted into a town theatre.
3 of 7 (Visit Lincolnshire)Horncastle is another small market town just on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The River Bain flows through the centre of the town and is suspected to have been an important access point for Romans.
Today, Horncastle is known for its many antique shops and its beloved market where, every second Thursday of the month, the Farmers' Market Traders also drop by.
4 of 7 (Visit Lincolnshire)Located at the northern edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, Caistor is ideal for walkers as the Viking Way runs through the town. This historic market town still has remains of its Roman fortification and is close to the villages of Nettleton and Claxby.
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