WOODHALL SPA--THE GARDEN RESORT
Situated some 20 miles south east of the Cathedral City of Lincoln, Woodhall Spa is a delightful inland resort, set against a backdrop of magnificent pine and birch trees This beautifully kept town offers visitors a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, and is an ideal venue for a holiday or a short break.
Popular with many visitors, are the walks through the woodlands, especially when the rhododendrons, a famous feature of the town, are in full bloom. The cottage museum is a treasure trove of old photographs and memorabilia of the town. The Kinema in the Woods, near the old Spa building, is one of the few back projection cinemas in the country, and even offers entertainment on an original Compton organ. The Woodhall Spa area is rich in sport and recreational facilities and is visited by many enthusiasts keen to pursue their particular interests or merely to spectate. Jubilee park offers tennis courts, bowling greens, an open air swimming pool complex, putting and a cricket ground.
Golf is one of the towns major attractions and the Championship course situated to the east of the town has tested many a great player. Only a few miles away lies facilities for virtually every sport, especially at the Tattershall Leisure park near Tattershall castle.
Situated as it is, almost in the centre of the beautiful County of Lincolnshire, Woodhall Spa's facilities have made the town an excellent touring centre. The county has numerous attractions to offer. The cathedral city of Lincoln is a must for most visitors, with its many historic buildings, a castle and a museum of Lincolnshire life. Only a few miles away lie the rolling hills and country market towns of the Lincolnshire Wolds. This area of outstanding natural beauty offers a glimpse of old England, where you can drive for miles without seeing another car. A little further afield is the Lincolnshire coast with its famous seaside resorts of Mablethorpe and Skegness.
To the south lie the Lincolnshire Fenlands where most of the country's produce is grown, as well as the acres of colourful Springtime tulips around the Spalding area. Closer to Woodhall Spa are some interesting ancient buildings, the ruins of Kirkstead Abbey and Bolingbroke Castle, the birthplace of Henry IV in 1367..
The tower on the moor, thought to be the remains of a 15th century hunting lodge is a popular landmark. Woodhall Spa has a great deal to offer all types of visitor, further information can be obtained by writing to the Tourist Information Centre, Woodhall Spa Cottage Museum, Iddesleigh Rd, Woodhall Spa. Lincs or by phoning 01526 353775.
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MILL LANE COTTAGE, 70 Mill Lane, Woodhall Spa, LN 10 6QZ.
The kitchen is fully equipped with Microwave and gas cooker, washer and fridge, cooking and heating are by gas, with electric fire if needed. There is off road parking for vehicles and pets are welcome by prior arrangement, but the garden is open plan so there are no means of letting a dog out alone. All linen and sheets are provided in the cottage.
TERMS;
£38 PER NIGHT PER COUPLE . MINIMUM STAY 2 NIGHTS.
please ring 01526 353101 mobile; 07765434673
A £40 DEPOSIT PER WEEK WILL SECURE A BOOKING, THE BALANCE ANY TIME DURING YOUR STAY
Cheques made payable to Mrs J Williamson. or Mr I Williamson. Please ring for more information or availability.
Mill Lane Cottage is approximately 1KM from the Petwood House Hotel. The Petwood House, (one of the last stately homes built) was the officers mess for the 617 Squadron, commonly known as the: Dambusters: for which there is a memorial in the Royal Square and a room specially dedicated to them in this Hotel. Coningsby is home to a busy R.A.F. base with all the modern aircraft. It houses the famous Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and has been there since 1976. It welcomes tourists every year to its visitor centre giving them the opportunity to see the Spitfires, Hurricane and Lancaster. There is also the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre at nearby East Kirkby with the Avro Lancaster and memorabilia on the former airfield.
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WAYSIDE HOLIDAY COTTAGE, HORSINGTON, LINCOLNSHIRE
Wayside is a renovated cottage bungalow in the centre of Horsington, just 300 yards
walk to the Elder Tree Public House. The cottage is situated down a quiet lane just off
the main road (B1190), set in its own mature open plan gardens. Woodhall Spa 4 miles,
Horncastle ( Antique Centre) and the Wolds 5 miles away. Historic Lincoln 16 miles.
Skegness. 28 miles.
Wayside is an ideal central point to explore the county. A stone in the churchyard at Waddingworth, 2 miles from Horsington, had a hole in which was reputedly the exact centre Of the old county of Lincolnshire.
TERMS;
£38 PER NIGHT PER COUPLE . MINIMUM STAY 2 NIGHTS.
A £40 DEPOSIT PER WEEK WILL SECURE A BOOKING, THE BALANCE ANY TIME DURING YOUR STAY
Wayside comprises of;
1 double bedroom and 1 twin, kitchen with cooker, fridge, washer, microwave etc. A bathroom with shower over bath, and there is a large lounge with a Colour TV. It is substantially central heated, this will be left on auto if cold weather is expected, and directions are there if more heat is needed.
The front of the bungalow overlooks the church. There is ample parking space within the grounds.
All linen and sheets are provided in the cottage.
There is full central heating, with electric fire backup. No meters and no hidden charges.
Please ring 01526 353101 for more information or availability. mobile; 07765434673.
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Email : WILL@williamsoni.freeserve.co.uk
We try and keep a high standard i.e.; we keep the cottage very clean and well decorated, we usually find we are booked for peak season weeks, three or four months in advance but please ring for available weeks or possible cancellations. We usually let Saturday to Saturday, vacate by 11 o'clock. but we are grateful of any combination Of weeks / days booked well in advance.
Cheques made payable to Mrs J Williamson or Mr I Williamson.