August 2007

Why not make the most of your free time and get out and about to see what Lincolnshire has to offer. You could have days out at the coast, or just simply shopping at various market towns. The choice is yours!If you’re a holder of a Lincolnshire concessionary bus pass then you’re able to travel for free on all local bus services that start or finish in Lincolnshire at any time of the day. Holders of passes issued by South Kesteven District Council can only travel for free within the South Kesteven boundary.

Concessionary Travel Scheme is subject to change from 1st April 2008. Contact your local district council for details.

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DAYS OUTBY BUSIN LINCOLNSHIRE

For full details of how to apply for your concessionary over 60’s bus pass contact your local District Council as follows:

East Lindsey District Council01507 60 11 11 - www.e-lindsey.gov.ukWest Lindsey District Council01427 67 66 76 - www.west-lindsey.gov.ukLincoln City Council01522 88 11 88 - www.lincoln.gov.ukSouth Holland District Council01775 76 11 61 - www.sholland.gov.ukNorth Kesteven District Council01529 41 41 55 - www.n-kesteven.gov.ukSouth Kesteven District Council01476 40 60 80 - www.southkesteven.gov.ukBoston Borough Council01205 31 42 00 - www.boston.gov.uk

DAILY 0700 to 2100www.traveline.info

0871 200 22 33

DAILY 0700 to 2100www.traveline.info

0871 200 22 33

For full details of all bus services in and around the County please phone

Calls from landlines cost 10p per minuteor contact the bus operator of the service (see p18 for details)

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SkegnessOne of the most exciting seaside resorts on the East Coast with miles of beautiful sandy beach and a colourful landscaped garden foreshore. The seafront is bursting with a variety of attractions such as fun fairs, amusements, seal sanctuary, crazy golf, gift shops, outdoor swimming pool and cafes. There are a variety of restaurants, pubs, clubs and the Embassy Centre for entertainment. From August to November the seafront is illuminated with an array of spectacular lights. Visit Butlins for a fantastic day out or holiday. Brace the sea air and have a ride on the Coaster Cruiser open top bus service to Ingoldmells.Buses that serve Skegness include:Brylaine 7 Boston – Skegness (InterConnect service)Hunts 7/7B Alford – Chapel St Leonards – SkegnessStagecoach 1/1A Chapel St Leonards – SkegnessStagecoach 3 Ingoldmells Anchor Lane – Skegness (Coastal Cruiser service)Stagecoach 6 Lincoln – Horncastle – Skegness (InterConnect service)Stagecoach 7 Boston – Skegness (InterConnect service)Stagecoach 9 Mablethorpe – Skegness (InterConnect service)

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DAY TRIPSTOTHE SEA

IngoldmellsIngoldmells has the largest market in Europe which is open 7 days a week. For a fun, fast and exciting day out visit Fantasy Island, a fun fair of various thrilling rides.Buses that serve Ingoldmells include:Hunts 7/7B Alford – Ingoldmells – SkegnessStagecoach 1/1A Chapel St Leonards – Ingoldmells – SkegnessStagecoach 3 Ingoldmells Anchor Lane – Skegness (Coastal Cruiser service)Stagecoach 9 Mablethorpe – Ingoldmells – Skegness

MablethorpeA glorious sandy beach resort which stretches for miles with an excellent selection of cafes, restaurants and bars. The Seal Sanctuary, play centre, fun fairs and interesting range of shops make it an ideal day out. Visit the beautiful parks and gardens which helps to make Mablethorpe a charming resort.Buses that serve Mablethorpe include:Grayscroft 1 Louth – MablethorpeStagecoach 9 Skegness – Ingoldmells – Mablethorpe (InterConnect Service)Stagecoach 10 Lincoln – Louth – MablethorpeTranslinc 6D/6E Spilsby – Mablethorpe CallConnect serviceTranslinc 9M Mablethorpe CallConnect on demand sevice (call 0845 234 33 44 for information and bookings)

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THE SEA

StamfordStamford is one of Britains finest Lincolnshire Limestone built market towns. Captured in time by its conservation status this once major wool town has retained its old world charm and prosperity. Stamford has featured in many historical films including George Elliot’s Middlemarch and in Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice. The Town boasts many shops and Real Ale Pubs. Market days are Friday and Saturday. Places to visit include Stamford Meadows, Art Centre and Museum. Buses that serve Stamford include:Abacus 552K Stamford – Corby Glen – BourneDelaine 201 Peterborough – Helpston – StamfordDelaine 202 Stamford – Essendine – BourneDelaine 203 Stamford – The Deepings – BourneKimes 4 Grantham – Corby Glen – StamfordKimes 9 Oakham – Stamford – Peteborough

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DAY TRIPSTOEXPLOREMARKET TOWNS

GranthamLocated on the river Witham, Grantham is an ancient attractive red brick town which owes much of its position as a staging post between London and the north. The 281ft high spire of St Wulframs Church is one of its dominating features. With it’s many thriving shops and several indoor shopping centres, numerous pubs and eating places. Market day is Saturday with a farmers market once month. The town’s history is recorded at the museum. Grantham is well known for its local personalities including Sir Issac Newton and Margaret Thatcher. Places to visit include the Guildhall and Dysart Park which is the finishing point for the riverside walk.Buses that serve Grantham include:Centrebus 6 Bottesford – Barrowby – GranthamCentrebus 609 Sleaford – Ancaster – GranthamKimes 4 Stamford – Corby Glen – GranthamPaul James (Veolia) 8 Loughborough – Melton Mowbray – GranthamStagecoach 1 Lincoln – Caythorpe – Grantham (InterConnect service)Stagecoach 602 Newark – Long Bennington – Grantham

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GainsboroughA market town and river port which has retained some of its 18th century buildings. The finest being Gainsborough Old Hall where many kings and queens have dined. The riverside area has been transformed with a promenade and leisure moorings creating an impressive settings. Also worth a visit is Marshall’s Yard Shopping Centre, Heritage Centre, All Saints Church, the Leisure Centre and the traditional market on Tuesday and Saturday.Buses that serve Gainsborough include:Stagecoach 96/97 Retford – GainsboroughStagecoach 100 Lincoln – Gainsborough – Scunthorpe (InterConnect service) Stagecoach 100G Gainsborough CallConnect on demand service (call 0845 234 33 44 for information and bookings)Stagecoach 105/107 Gainsborough – Saxilby – Lincoln

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LincolnSet amongst the modern shops, bars, restaurants, Waterside Centre and market is the medieval centre of Lincoln City which has an abundance of original 14th and 15th century buildings and half timbered Tudor houses. Places to visit include Brayford Pool area, a natural harbour on the river Witham, Steep Hill offering a challenging walk to uphill Lincoln with its Cathedral and Castle. This is also the site for the famous Lincoln Christmas market at the beginning of December.Buses that serve Lincoln include:Brylaine 5 Lincoln – Boston – Spalding (InterConnect service)KJB 87 Lincoln – Bassingham – NewarkStagecoach 1 Lincoln – Caythorpe – Grantham (InterConnect service)Stagecoach 3 Lincoln – Market Rasen – Grimsby (InterConnect service)Stagecoach 6 Lincoln – Horncastle – Skegness (InterConnect service)Stagecoach 10 Lincoln – Louth – MablethorpeStagecoach 46 Lincoln – Witham St Hughs – NewarkStagecoach 46 A/B Lincoln – Witham St Hughs – BassinghamStagecoach 100 Lincoln – Gainsborough – Scunthorpe (InterConnect service)Stagecoach 105/107 Lincoln – Saxilby – GainsboroughStagecoach 353 Lincoln – ScunthorpeStagecoach 631 Lincoln – SleafordVeolia 10/10A Lincoln – Washingborough – Horncastle

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LouthThe capital of the Wolds, Louth is the largest market town in East Lincolnshire with an intricate network of charming streets and fine Georgian and Victorian buildings. Mercer Row and Eastgate are the main shopping streets. Cornmarket is the place to be on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday for all the market stalls. Places to visit include St James Church, Hubbard’s Hills and Rushmore Country Park.Buses that serve Louth include:Grayscroft 1 Louth – MablethorpeStagecoach 10 Lincoln – Louth – MablethorpeStagecoach 51 Louth – Grimsby (InterConnect service)Translinc 51S/51N Louth CallConnect on demand service (call 0845 234 33 44 for information and bookings)

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BostonA market town famous for the “Stump” steeped with history and distinctive architecture. The market town is dominated by St Botolphs Church with its 271ft high tower that can be seen 20 miles away. Boston is the town in which the Pilgrim Fathers were imprisoned in 1607 following their first attempt to escape to America. Boston has a busy market held every Wednesday and Saturday, with a festival in the summer and a special Christmas market. Shops are centred around the market place. Distinctive buildings include Blackfriars 13th century Friary and Customs House. Hussey Tower an ancient ruined castle like structure is one of the oldest brick buildings in Lincolnshire.Buses that serve Boston include:Brylaine 5 Lincoln – Boston – Spalding (InterConnect service)Brylaine 6/21 Boston – HorncastleBrylaine 7 Boston – Skegness (InterConnect service)Brylaine 11/13 Spalding – Boston – SpilsbyCarnell 51 Boston – Holbeach – Long SuttonKimes 58 Boston – KirtonKimes 59 Boston – Donington – SpaldingStagecoach 7 Boston – Skegness (InterConnect service)

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SleafordSleaford twinned with Marquette Lez Lille in Northern France, is located on the river Slea and Sleaford canal. It is an attractive and busy small market town whose skyline is dominated by the 144 ft stone spire of St Denys church. Sleaford has the historic remains of a 12th century castle. Markets are held on a Monday, Friday and Saturday. Places to visit include Cogglesford Mill, St Denys Church and The Hub.Buses that serve Sleaford include:Brylaine 5S Sleaford – MetheringhamCentrebus 609 Grantham – Ancaster – SleafordStagecoach 631 Lincoln – SleafordStagecoach 635 Sleaford – RAF Cranwell

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SpaldingSpalding is an extremely desirable place to visit and famous for being the centre of the flower industry in Britain. Although described as peaceful, Spalding town bustles particularly on Tuesday and Saturday market days, whilst still keeping its Georgian market town feel.Buses that serve Spalding include:Brylaine 5 Spalding – Boston – Lincoln (InterConnect service)Brylaine 11/13 Spalding – Boston – SpilsbyCavalier Travel 505 Spalding – Holbeach – Kings Lynn (Interconnect service)Delaine 402 Spalding – Bourne (Tuesdays only)Fowlers F1/5 Spalding – Gedney HillKimes 59 Spalding – Donington – BostonNorfolk Green 505 Spalding – Holbeach – Kings Lynn (InterConnect service)Shaws 100 Spalding – Market DeepingStagecoach 37 Spalding – Crowland – Peterborough

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Belton House near GranthamBuilt in 1685-89 for the young Sir John Brownlow, Belton is a fine example of a restored National Trust country house. The grounds include a landscaped park, gardens, a lakeside walk and childens adventure playground. Many events are held throughout the year such as horse trials, open air concerts and an Easter trail. Also worth a visit is the nearby Belton Garden Centre. Buses that serve Belton House:Centrebus 609 Grantham – Ancaster – Sleaford Stagecoach 1 Lincoln – Caythorpe – Grantham (InterConnect service)

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DAY TRIPSTOLINCOLNSHIRE’SBEAUTIFUL STATELY HOMES,

GARDENS, PLACES OF

INTEREST AND EVENTS

Battle of Britain Exhibition near ConingsbyThe Battle of Britain memorial flight exhibition home of The Lancaster, five Spitfires, two Hurricanes, two Chipmunks and a Dakota all of which still fly today. The visitors centre offers a combination of permanent and temporary galleries, guided tours and a visitors shop. Please contact 01526 344041 to check if a particular aircraft is present and for tour details. Buses that serve Battle of Britain Exhibition:Brylaine 5 Lincoln – Boston – Spalding (InterConnect service)Translinc 5C Coningsby CallConnect on demand service (call 0845 234 33 44 for information and bookings)

Tattershall Castle near ConingsbyThis dramatic 15th century red brick tower, surrounded by a moat with spectacular views across the fens. Built for Ralph Cromwell Lord Treasurer for England 1433 – 1443. This building was restored by Lord Curzon between 1911 and 1914. Now open to the public and owned by the National Trust.Buses that serve Tattershall Castle:Brylaine 5 Lincoln- Boston – Spalding (InterConnect service)Translinc 5C Coningsby CallConnect on demand service (call 0845 234 33 44 for information and bookings)

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LINCOLNSHIRE’S

Gunby Hall near SpilsbyLocated on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds this fine red bricked house dates from 1700 with its impressive wood-panelled interiors and Victorian walled garden parading English flowers, fruit and vegetables. Buses that serve Gunby Hall Spilsby:Stagecoach 6 Lincoln – Spilsby – Skegness (InterConnect service)Translinc 6D/6E Spilsby – Mablethorpe CallConnect serviceTranslinc 6S Spilsby CallConnect on demand service(call 0845 234 33 44 for bookings and information)

Market Rasen RacesSet in rural surroundings Market Rasen racecourse offers a great day out. Please contact 01673 843434 for race details. Buses that service Market Rasen:Stagecoach 3 Lincoln – Market Rasen – Grimsby (InterConnect service)Stagecoach 3M – Market Rasen CallConnect on demand service(call 0845 234 3344 for bookings and information)

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Batemans Brewery & Visitor CentreBatemans Brewery is one of the country’s oldest family breweries. Located in a lovely setting by the river it offers visitors a fun day out and attractions include a ‘virtual reality’ walk round the Brewery Experience, Brewhouse tours, a bistro, beer garden and a games area where a wide variety of old traditional pub games can be found. Buses that serve Batemans Brewery & Visitor Centre:Brylaine 7 Skegness – Boston (InterConnect Service)Stagecoach 7 Skegness – Boston (InterConnect service)Translinc 7W Wainfleet CallConnect on demand service (call 0845 234 33 44 for information and bookings)

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Rand Farm Park near WragbyRand Farm Park is a genuine working farm for children of all ages to enjoy. There are a large variety of animals which you can touch, feed and hold. Some of the other attractions include an indoor heated play barn, tea room, large outdoor adventure playgrounds, go-kart track and ride on tractors.Buses that serve Rand Farm Park:Stagecoach 6 Lincoln – Spilsby – Skegness (InterConnect service)Stagecoach 10 Lincoln – Louth – Mablethorpe

Burghley House near StamfordBuilt between 1555 -1587 by William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, Burghley is one the largest and grandest houses of the first Elizabethan Age. The grounds include landscaped gardens designed by “Capability” Brown, a lakeside Walk, Orangery Restaurant, Gift Shop & the exciting Garden of Surprises.Many events are held throughout the year such as the famous Burghley Park horse trials, open air Battle Proms firework concert and an annual Christmas craft fare. Buses that serve Burghley House:Delaine 201 Peterborough – Helpston – Stamford

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Springfields Gardens and Shopping Centre near SpaldingFor those who like to shop the Springfields Shopping Outlet is worth a visit. The beautiful gardens are a must for exploring. The annual spectacular Flower Parade and church flower festivals takes place early May.Buses that serve Springfields Shopping Outlet and Gardens:Norfolk Green 505 Spalding – Springfields – Holbeach – Kings Lynn (InterConnect service)

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Baytree Garden Centre near SpaldingThis popular garden centre and nursery has everything for the keen gardener. The centre also has a variety of other departments such as pets and aquatics, lifestyles home furnishings, shed centre, the Hop-In restaurant, children’s play area and Baytree Owl centre. Buses that serve Baytree Garden Centre:Norfolk Green 505 Spalding – Springfields – Holbeach – Kings Lynn (InterConnect service)Cavalier Travel 505 Spalding – Holbeach – Kings Lynn (InterConnect service)

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Long Sutton Butterfly & Wildlife ParkThe Park set in the heart of the Fens and is a great day family day out. With a walkthrough Tropical House, a Reptile Land and Creepy Crawlie House amongst the things to visit there is plenty to do whatever the weather. Other attractions include outdoor animal centre, crazy golf, Birds of Prey Centre, large adventure playground, Picnic area, tea rooms and gift shop.Buses that serve Long Sutton Butterfly & Wildlife Park:Carnell 50 Long Sutton – Sutton Bridge – WisbeachCavalier Travel 505 Spalding – Holbeach – Kings Lynn (Interconnect service)Cavalier Travel 505L Long Suttton CallConnect on demand service (call 0845 234 33 44 for information and bookings)Norfolk Green 505 Spalding – Springfields – Holbeach – Kings Lynn (InterConnect service)

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Abacus Coaches 01476 552000

Brylaine Travel 01205 364087

Carnell Coaches 01406 350482 www.carnellcoaches.co.uk

Centrebus 01476 563118 www.centrebus.co.uk

Delaine Buses 01778 422866 www.delainebuses.com

Fowlers Travel 01406 330232 www.fowlerstravel.com

Grayscroft Coaches 01507 473236 www.grayscroft.co.uk

Hunts Coaches 01507 463000 www.hunts-coaches.co.uk

KJB 01522 696222

Kimes 01529 497251 www.kimesbuses.co.uk

Norfolk Green 01553 776980 www.norfolkgreen.co.uk

Paul James Coaches (Veolia) 01530 832399 www.pauljamescoaches.co.uk

Shaws Coaches 01778 342224 www.shawscoaches.co.uk

Stagecoach East Midlands 0845 6050605 www.stagecoachbus.com

Stagecoach in Peterborough 01223 423578 www.stagecoachbus.com

TransLinc 01522 503400 www.translinc.co.uk

Veolia Transport 0870 0121212 www.veolia-transport.co.uk

CONTACTINFORMATIONFor full timetable information and fares contact the relevant operators.

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CONTACTINFORMATION

Boston ...........................................01205 356656Grantham ......................................01476 406166 Gainsborough ................................01427 676666Horncastle .....................................01507 526636Lincoln – Castle ...............................01522 873213Lincoln – Cornhill ............................01522 873256Louth .............................................01507 609289Mablethorpe ..................................01507 474939Skegness .......................................01754 899887Sleaford .........................................01529 414294Spalding ........................................01775 725468Stamford .......................................01780 755611

TOURISTINFORMATION

Lincoln Area Bus Guide

Boston Area Bus Guide

Grantham Area Bus Guide

Sleaford Area Bus Guide

Horncastle Area Bus Guide

Spalding & Holbeach Area Bus Guide

Stamford & Bourne Area Bus Guide

Gainsborough Area Bus Guide

Louth Area Bus Guide

Mablethorpe & Alford Area Bus Guide

Skegness & Spilsby Area Bus Guide

Explore East Coast By Bus

Discover Lincolnshire by InterConnect

Discover the Fens

OTHER PUBLICATIONSFree copies of the leaflets listed below are available by calling 01522 782070

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DAYS OUT BY BUS IN LINCOLNSHIRE

Contacting the County CouncilLincolnshire County Council

Development DirectorateAccessibility & Policy Unit

City HallLincoln LN1 1DN

General Enquiries01522 782070

Email us ataccessibilityandpolicy@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Websitewww.lincolnshire.gov.uk/busrailtravel

This publication can be made available on request in alternative formats and languages.Please telephone 01522 782070 for details

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this publication, Lincolnshire County Council cannot be held responsible for

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