Places of Interest - Lincolnshire Wolds

Belton House / Belvoir Castle

Belton House Grantham Lincolnshire NG32 2LS Tel: 01476 566116	A 17th-century country house with magnificent interiors, beautiful gardens and extensive parkland, this NT property was the film location for the BBC's Jane Eyre, Pride and Prejudice and Tom Jones. There are stunning silver and furniture collections, stunning interiors and a collection of Old Masters. An Orangery, Italian Garden with fountain and Dutch gardens, and a landscaped deer park for year-round walks. A National Trust property where charges apply. (Photo: © NTPL / Rupert Truman).
The Angel and Royal Hotel	...in the ancient market town of Grantham, Britain's oldest Inn The Angel and Royal Hotel is an Historic Hotel having hosted seven Kings over 600 hundred years.	...featuring an award winning restaurant, individually furnished suites and bedrooms, cosy fire.
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Best Western Kings Hotel Grantham	....in the 12th century market town of Grantham, this hotel was originally a Victorian gentleman's residence and has been elegantly refurbished to provide modern facilities whilst keeping its original character.	....with 20 spacious, tastefully furnished en suite bedrooms and one superior suite.
Belvoir Castle Grantham Leicestershire NG32 1PD (About 5 miles west of Grantham)	Home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland, superbly situated overlooking the Vale of Belvoir. Magnificent staterooms containing notable paintings, tapestries and fine furniture. Also visit the Queen's Lancers Museum. Inside the castle are many notable collections, from the military treasures in the guardroom to the stunning staterooms with their impressive period art, tapestries, furniture and sculpture. season.	Tel: 01476 871000 www.belvoircastle.com

Burghley House / RUTLAND WATER NATURE RESERVE

Burghley House Stamford Lincolnshire PE9 3JY	Burghley House is a grand 16th-century English country house near the town of Stamford. Its park was laid out by Capability Brown. Burghley was built for Sir William Cecil, later 1st Baron Burghley, who was Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, between 1555 and 1587 and modelled on the privy lodgings of Richmond Palace. The Burghley Horse Trials is an annual three day event held at Burghley House.	Telephone: 01780 752451 www.burghley.co.uk
Crown Hotel Stamford	... this stylish boutique hotel is set amid the historic centre of Stamford, less than 5 minutes from the A1.	....offering a range of comfortable accommodation.
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Normanton Park Hotel	...standing majestically next to the shores of Rutland Water, only 8 miles from the market town of Oakham, it offers easy access from the A1 and M1.	...with a reputation for outstanding food and excellent service within an inviting and friendly atmosphere.
RUTLAND WATER NATURE RESERVE Anglian Water Birdwatching Centre.	When the reservoir was constructed, various areas were set aside to cater for different types of leisure pursuits. Sailing, sailboarding, trout fishing, boats and the nature reserve. Located about 5 miles west of Stamford.	TEL: 01572-770651 www.rutlandwater.org.uk

Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace / Lincoln Cathedral

Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1PU	Standing almost in the shadow of Lincoln cathedral, with sweeping views over the ancient city and the countryside beyond, the medieval bishops' palace was once among the most important buildings in the country. The administrative centre of the largest diocese in medieval England, stretching from the Humber to the Thames, its architecture reflected the enormous power and wealth of the bishops as princes of the church. Built on hillside terraces, the palace also boasts one of the most northerly working vineyards in Europe, and a Contemporary Heritage Garden. Designed by Mark Anthony Walker, its form was inspired by the cathedral's medieval vaulting and the curves of the vines, with trees shaped to echo spires. Award-winning audio tour.
The Lincoln Hotel	.... located right next to the Cathedral, within the close and offering great views. We have a beautiful garden, a large car park as well as a well stocked bar and a restaurant offering fresh local food.	... the restaurant boasts the best view in the city ,air conditioning and a fantastic eclectic menu, which uses locally produced ingredients.
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The White Hart	....in the centre Lincoln’s historical quarter, this hotel offers old fashioned elegance alongside contemporary styling in a privileged position, within the shadows of the Cathedral.	...within easy walking distance are the city's magnificent 11th century cathedral, its Norman castle and the cobbled streets of Bailgate.
Lincoln Cathedral The Chapter Clerk 4 Priorygate Lincoln LN2 1PL	Lincoln Cathedral is one of the finest medieval buildings in Europe, which towers above Lincoln, a prominent landmark for miles around. The imposing West Front incorporates the surviving part of the first Romanesque Cathedral dating from 1072. Most of the Cathedral dates from the 13th century when, inspired by the leadership of St Hugh (Bishop from 1186-1200), the Cathedral was re-built in the new gothic style. Later generations added the wonderful carved screen, the 14th century misericords, the Wren Library and the Duncan Grant frescoes.	Tel: 01522 561600

Tattershall Castle / Heckington Windmill

Tattershall Castle Sleaford Road Tattershall Lincolnshire LN4 4LR Telephone: 01526 342543	A vast medieval fortified brick tower rising dramatically above the Lincolnshire countryside, with six floors from the cellar to the battlements to explore. Find out more about 15th-century life using our audio guide, walk in the grounds, over bridges and moats, and dress up and play with Tudor toys and medieval costumes. A National Trust property where charges apply. (Photo: © NTPL / Andrew Butler).
Lincolnshire Oak Hotel	...in this Sleaford hotel with a bar, restaurant, gardens and on-site parking, surrounded by nearly 1.5 acres of grounds and gardens. Located about 5 miles south of Tattershall.	....with only 17 bedrooms, we retain much of the feeling of a country house, whilst offering modern, en suite accommodation.
Heckington Windmill Pocklington's Yard Station Road Heckington	Heckington's fully restored windmill is the the only working eight-sailed windmill in the country. It is located about 5 miles east of Sleaford.	Tel:01529 461919.

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