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Visit Gainsborough, with its wealth of heritage and things to do! 

Step back in time at Gainsborough Old Hall, uncover stories at the Gainsborough Heritage Centre , or explore quirky gems like the The Old Nick Police Museum  and Gainsborough Model Railway.

Take in live shows at Trinity Arts Centre, stroll along the riverside to the the Pilgrim Woman and follow our heritage trail to dive deeper into Gainsborough’s past.

Gainsborough is the ideal base to explore Lincolnshire

Explore further and head to the historic city of Lincoln with it’s fantastic Castle and Cathedral and famous ‘Steep Hill’. The Lincolnshire Wolds, Natural Landscape, is also just under an hours drive away with plenty of walking routesfun activities and days out. The Lincolnshire Coast also offers a great day out for all the family!

For more information on places to visit in Lincolnshire visit www.visitlincolnshire.com.

Please note that listings are ordered in an approximate distance away from Gainsborough Town Centre.

Aviation Heritage

RAF Ingham Heritage Centre

Royal Air Force Station Ingham was a grass airfield, used mainly by No1 Group, Bomber Command, Royal Air Force and only ever existed during the Second World War. The airfield lies 20 minutes from Gainsborough.

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Memorial to RAF Ingham

RAF Wickenby Museum

Housed in the first floor of the original Watch Office, this museum is dedicated to the commemoration of the Bomber Boys who flew from RAF Wickenby during WW2.

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