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Market Rasen
unpretentious and traditional small market town
Market Rasen is situated on the River Rase on the western edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. There are a few Georgian buildings in the town but the architecture is mainly Victorian, the most impressive being the Centenary Chapel with its stone columns and brick façade.
Home to the only racecourse in Lincolnshire. Racing began at Market Rasen Racecourse in 1828 and came to its current site, a mile outside the town centre in 1924. It is a National Hunt racecourse owned and operated by Jockey Club Racecourses. The 1.25-mile jump racing course is a right-handed oval and Market Rasen is unusual in staging a year round programme of racing. It is set in a very rural setting with the backdrop of Willingham Woods. The racecourse also hosts big-name music concerts throughout the year and has its own caravan park offering the chance to stay onsite.
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Countryside & Woodland
Willingham Woods
Willingham Woods is a large complex of pinewoods on the edge of Market Rasen. Willingham Woods and Linwood Warren Nature Reserve are remnants of an extensive heathland. Good for birdwatching, the habitat includes largely wooded and open heathland interspersed with forestry plantations and there are a series of streams and ponds throughout. Willingham Woods provides lots of recreational opportunities, especially for walking and cycling. There is a picnic site and café.
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Market Rasen Racecourse
A family friendly racecourse staging over 20 jump racing fixtures each year. It attracts one of its largest attendances of the year at its traditional Boxing Day meeting, which is part and parcel of the Christmas festivities for thousands of people in Lincolnshire.
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Food & Drink
The Advocate Arms
The Advocate Arms serve fine produce at great prices. During the day they serve everything from sandwiches and omelettes to hearty main meals in a relaxed setting. In the evening, they transform into a fine dining restaurant, boasting a fresh seasonal menu.
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Market Rasen Heritage Tour
Lovers of Lincolnshire history can discover a wealth of stories with the town’s award-winning heritage tour.
Market Rasen still retains much of the character of its nineteenth century heyday, and the town has stories dating back to pre-Roman times. This interactive tour allows you to explore the area and delve into some of the fascinating stories behind the buildings and locations you see today.
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