Welcome to our page of information, attractions and
places of interest around Bourne. The Bourne hotels
listed below are either in the town or we have given a rough
guide as to how far they are from Bourne. From Bourne you can
explore the country market towns of the rolling Lincolnshire
Wolds. It is a area of imposing medieval churches, castles, appealing
villages and popular coastline. We hope you enjoy your stay and
find your ideal accommodation from our list of Bourne hotels
and/or the surrounding area.
Bourne is an ancient market town in
southern Lincolnshire, reputably the birthplace of Hereward the
Wake. To the east of Bourne are the flat and fertile fens and
westward the wooded uplands. Agriculture and the related food
preparation and packaging, light engineering and tourism are
the major industries.
There are currently 69 listed buildings
in the parish of Bourne, the most important being the church
of St Peter and St Paul (1138) which is the only one scheduled
Grade I. The others are Grade II, the most colourful being the
aptly named Red Hall (1605), finished in red brick with ashlar
quoins, many gabled and featuring a fine Tuscan porch.
Bourne has plenty of places to eat,
whether you're having a take-away or eating inside. There are
plenty of fish and chip shops, as well as Chinese, Cantonese
or Italian restaurants. Also see Bourne.
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