one of the county's larger market towns with fantastic medieval heritage
In the district of West Lindsey, just a 30-minute drive from Lincoln on the westerly edge of Lincolnshire, bordered by the River Trent lies the historic market town of Gainsborough. Home to one of the UK's best-preserved manor houses, Gainsborough Old Hall - a must-see for lovers of historic buildings.
historic buildings
Gainsborough Old Hall
Discover well-preserved original features at Gainsborough Old Hall including the impressive medieval kitchen, huge fireplace and great hall with intricate wooden ceiling.
things to do in the Gainsborough area
Gainsborough Old Hall
A hidden gem found in the North of Lincoln. Built by Thomas Burgh in 1460, Gainsborough Old Hall is over 500 years...
Gainsborough
Woodside Wildlife Park
Visit Woodside Wildlife Park to see an amazing selection of wild animals up-close including tigers, lemurs, tapirs, penguins and...
Lincoln
Cameron Huggins Blacksmith
Discover award-winning blacksmith experiences, a unique opportunity to learn the art of traditional blacksmithing in North...
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire Showground
Home of the celebrated Lincolnshire Show. Diverse venue just outside Lincoln, playing host to events, live shows, conferences and...
Lincoln
Marshall’s Yard
Discover this outdoor shopping centre located at the heart of Gainsborough Town Centre. Shop over 30 popular...
Gainsborough
Rand Farm Park
Rand Farm Park is a multi award-winning, child-focused attraction for a fun-packed family day out whatever the...
Rand near Market Rasen
Redhill Farm Shop
Visit Redhill Farm Shop as you either shop in Lincoln’s famous Bailgate or directly on the Farm in Morton, Gainsborough....
Gainsborough or Lincoln
The Cheese Shed @ Cote Hill Farm
Discover a unique shopping experience at Cote Hill Cheese dairy farm. Shop delicious local produce and know where your food comes from....
Market Rasen
Wild Pines Park
Discover one of the largest rope courses and outdoor adventure parks in the UK with challenging and exciting activities suited to all ages....
Market Rasen
Bransby Horses
Bransby Horses rescues equines, rehabilitates them, gives them sanctuary care and offers equine advice and support to owners. Bransby Horses is one of the UK’s largest...
Bransby, Lincoln
Hall Farm Park
Hall Farm Park at South Kelsey, set on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds is a small family run park which opened in...
South Kelsey, Caistor
Hemswell Antiques Centre
Visit Europe’s largest antiques centre set in the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside. Discover an unrivalled choice of antique furniture, vintage collectables brought...
Hemswell
RAF Scampton Heritage Centre
Visit the RAF Scampton Heritage Centre, a small museum that acknowledges the Stations historical past, with exhibitions covering the famous 2Dambuster Raids, our First...
Lincoln
The Broadbent Theatre
The Broadbent theatre is the home of Lindsey Rural Players. The theatre is managed by the LRP and used for their productions....
Wickenby
Willingham Woods
Willingham Woods is the ideal location for the nature lover with possible sightings of deer, ducks and...
Market Rasen
Picasso Pottery Café
Immerse yourself in 90 minutes of creativity painting your own pottery piece.You don’t need to be an artist, just bring your enthusiasm and eagerness to have some...
Gainsborough
local shopping and eateries in Gainsborough
Chic Vintiques of Blyton
Located at the top of the High Street "Chic Vintiques of Blyton" is a stockist of many different items such as Home-ware ,Antiques, Retro, Vintage, Toys, Games, gifts...
Sweet Caroline’s
Sweet Caroline’s is an independent dessert house in the heart of Gainsborough serving everything from Waffles, Crêpes, Cookie Dough, Choco Kebabs, Ice Cream, Sundaes,...
BoardGame ParaDice
Stockist of Games Workshop and SteamForged Games merch. Event hosting venue, along with training and demonstration...
shopping
Marshall's Yard
Discover this outdoor shopping centre located at the heart of Gainsborough Town Centre. Shop over 30 popular brands.

a rich and unique heritage
The Domesday Book, created in 1086, revealed that at that time Lincolnshire was England’s most populous county because of Gainsborough. Its rich history since has included royal visits, hosted by Lord Burgh at Gainsborough Old Hall.
The town’s history dates back as far as Ancient British and Viking times, and had great importance during the Industrial Revolution. Gainsborough was a busy inland port with warehousing, breweries and large engineering firms.
The town has a long-standing history of industry; Gainsborough was the manufacturing base of Marshall, Sons & Co.— a major boiler manufacturer founded by William Marshall in 1848. The site, now known as Marshall’s Yard, is home to thirty-five stores including; an Italian restaurant, coffee shops, health club and landscaped plaza.
delicious food & drink near Gainsborough
Cross Keys Stow
Established in 1847, but recently bought by the Wallis Family in 2016. The Cross Keys Stow is known for revolutionizing the way people eat and enjoy food. They take...
Stow, Lincoln
Dambusters Inn
“A smashin’ pub” and restaurant in a village a little under six miles north of Lincoln Cathedral, serving three separate menus; Weekday Lunchtime; Weekday Evening...
Scampton
Redhill Farm Shop
Visit Redhill Farm Shop as you either shop in Lincoln’s famous Bailgate or directly on the Farm in Morton, Gainsborough....
Gainsborough or Lincoln
Seven Districts Coffee House
Visit Seven Districts Coffee House for freshly roasted, ethical coffee, locally roasted and full of...
Near Lincoln
The Blacksmith’s Arms Rothwell
A cosy pub and kitchen that serves fresh locally sourced food that is prepared in house and served alongside cask ales and...
Rothwell, near Caistor
The Cheese Shed @ Cote Hill Farm
Discover a unique shopping experience at Cote Hill Cheese dairy farm. Shop delicious local produce and know where your food comes from....
Market Rasen
Uncle Henry’s
Experience a friendly welcome and enjoy great food made for you. Uncle Henry’s is part of a family farming business, run by the Ward family....
Grayingham near Gainsborough
Ferry Ales Brewey
Ferry Ales Brewery is a 5 barrel micro brewery with the capacity to brew up to 5,000 pints of beer each week....
Ferry Hill, Lincoln
The Cross Keys Inn
A cosy country pub that overlooks the Lincolnshire Wolds. Serving fresh food with a range of hand pulled...
Grasby, near Barnetby
places to stay near Gainsborough
Ashlin Farm Barns
Ashlin Farm Barns offers 5 luxury holiday cottages, each with their own private hot tub, only 5 miles from Lincoln, in beautiful countryside....
Dunholme, Lincoln
Burton Waters Luxury Yacht Staycations
A unique experience aboard a luxury yacht. Discover options for a chauffeur, onboard chef, photographer, flowers, balloons and much...
Lincoln
Audleby Holiday Cottage
Audleby is a delightful mid-terrace maisonette with three beds and sleeps 6 nearby Lincolnshire Wolds...
Caistor
Caistor Lakes Leisure Park
Open all year round and set in the idyllic Lincolnshire Wolds. Adult Only Touring, Luxury Lodges and Holiday Homes. Well Stocked Fishing Lakes and a Platinum Multi-Award...
Caistor
Fonaby Holiday Cottage
Ground-floor apartment for two with a romantic setting from which to embark on their adventures into the nearby Lincolnshire Wolds...
Caistor
Hemswell Court
Hemswell Court has recently been awarded a five star status for guest accommodation and...
Hemswell
Lincoln Yurts
The 5 themed yurts on this beautiful campsite are nestled just 1 mile away from the beautiful village of Welton in Lincolnshire and are situated within an 11 acre...
Lincoln
Setcops Farm Retreats
Setcops Farm, nestled by the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds has six self catering holiday cottages and a log cabin for couple retreats....
Market Rasen
Ash Farm Barns
Six award winning luxury self catering cottages in the Lincolnshire Wolds for holidays, short breaks and business travel....
Market Rasen
East Farm Cottage
East Farm Cottage is situated overlooking open fields on our 400 acre conservation award-winning farm. Nestling at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds - a perfect...
Market Rasen
Glentham Grange
Glentham Grange is set in the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside near Market Rasen, surrounded by...
Market Rasen
Travelodge Lincolnshire
Book your stay at in Lincolnshire with the Travelodge, Lincolnshire is home to 10 Travelodge hotels and there are plenty of things to do....
Nearby
Bransby Horses
Meet the horses at Bransby Horse, one of the UK’s largest equine welfare charities. Dedicated to improving the lives of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules.
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