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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.

History & Heritage

Gainsborough Old Hall

Built in 1460, Gainsborough Old Hall is one of the best-preserved medieval manor houses in Britain and hosts a variety of events and exhibitions all year round.

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Gainsborough Old Hall
Visitors to Model Railway

Gainsborough Model Railway

See one of the largest hand-built model railways depicting the East Coast Main Line from Kings Cross to Leeds Central. This is no ordinary model railway, but a truly remarkable product of the model maker’s art.

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The Old Nick Theatre & Museum

The Old Nick in Gainsborough is a Grade II listed former police station and courtroom, now a unique theatre and museum showcasing local arts and heritage.

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The Old Nick
Gainsborough Heritage Centre

Gainsborough Heritage Centre

Set inside an early 20th Century Post Office, Gainsborough Heritage Centre houses the town’s significant collection of industrial and domestic artefacts, displays and exhibitions.

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Market Rasen Heritage Tour

Discover the history of the Market Rasen – on foot or online – and discover 20 historical stories brought to life with words, videos, photos & panoramas.

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Market Rasen - Past times
Market rasen station

Market Rasen Station

Housing a local heritage centre that includes over 20 fascinating display panels, and audio stories from people who lived and worked at the station years ago.

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Caistor Arts & Heritage Centre

Located on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, this former chapel has displays on local history, a public library and a café offering delicious cakes, snacks & lunches.

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A building with gardens in the front

Bardney Manor Walled Gardens

Beautiful Grade 2 Listed Walled Gardens and Manor, set 11 miles from Lincoln. In the Village of Bardney. The Walled Gardens were one of the largest in the county in the 18th Century, with large Glasshouses and Orchids.

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