Visitors seeking more than sightseeing are enjoying a variety of experiences in our county
From festivals to beekeeping, filming locations to alpaca walking – visitors are experiencing the county in more ways than ever.
While Lincolnshire continues to be popular with holidaymakers coming to the coast and city, tourists are discovering what the rest of the county has something different to offer.
With events throughout the year, and businesses increasingly coming up with new unique experiences, there really is something for everyone!
Mary Powell, place and investment manager at the county council, explained:
“We’re finding that tourists now are looking for more than just a sightseeing trip when they book a break away. Really experiencing what our county has to offer and taking part in events, trying something new or learning a skill, has become far more important.”
Big name concerts
With indoor and outdoor venues, Lincolnshire attracts the biggest names in entertainment. The summer concerts at Lincoln Castle have introduced new visitors to the city as well as being enjoyed by locals. Check who’s on this year’s line-up at www.lincolncastle.com
Burghley House also welcomes thousands of concertgoers each year who enjoy music in a magnificent historic setting on summer evenings.
Unique experiences
From blacksmithing to milling, and from brewing to barista training, distinctive experience packages can be found and booked via www.visitlincolnshire.com . The latest addition is Oxcombe Pottery near Horncastle who hold ceramic sessions. Or why not try Alpaca walking at J&J Alpacas in Dry Doddington.
Visitors to Lincolnshire are trying new experiences
If artisan food and drink is on your wish-list then Louth Distillery, home to Pin Gin, offer a great half day ‘gin school’ experience. Create a personalised recipe and take home a bottle of gin!
Festival fever
Music, history, arts and walking - Lincolnshire hosts some amazing festivals. With world-class DJs, pop up fine dining, and a superb programme of stage sets from comedians to yoga classes, Lost Village has established itself as totally unique and one of the top UK boutique festivals, nestled in the Lincolnshire countryside.
Nature lovers dream
A recent National Trust survey of 70,000 people revealed that, when asked ‘what really matters to you?’ nature ranked top. You’ll find hundreds of walking and cycling routes on Visit Lincolnshire guiding you through some of our very best countryside.
Lincolnshire is also one of the UK’s premier birdwatching destinations. With over 50 miles of coastline, our Natural Coast is also one of the most popular destinations for migrating birds.
Following filming footsteps
Lights, Camera, Action – travel experts Expedia say that TV shows and movies influence almost 1 in 3 people’s travel plans!
Stand in the very room where Imelda Staunton portrayed Queen Elizabeth II in The Crown, or have your own ‘Bridgerton’ moment. Lincoln Cathedral, Grimsthorpe Castle, Belton House and many other locations have starred on screen in recent years.