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Louth is a market town in Lincolnshire, one of
the eastern counties of England. It is claimed to be the oldest town in
England.
Get around
Louth is a fairly small town, and is largely walk-able,
especially all the main points of interest around the Church area.
Stagecoach Lincolnshire [1]
(formerly RoadCar) run the local bus service,
although it can be rather unreliable at times. A 'Nipper' ticket is
available to travel around Louth-ask the bus driver about this.
- St James' Church The tallest parish church
spire in the UK and also Lincolnshire's top tourist church.
- Hubbard's Hills a well-loved area of green
space in the town, with an ice cream shop, a lake great for
paddling and lots of ducks to feed.
- Westgate Fields nearer the middle of town than
Hubbard's Hills, Westgate Fields is a nice location for a picnic or
just to see the giant Wooden Leaves there.
- Louth Art Trail consisting of the Wooden
Leaves, three Meridian Line sculptures and a rather disappointing
'Wind Directional Pointer', following the Art Trail is a good way
to explore the town.
- The Meridian Line runs through the town. A
plaque outside Moby Dick's Fish and Chip Shop commemorates where
East and Western Hemispheres meet.
- Go up the spire - a rather tiring journey to
the top, but on a nice day there are lovely views to be had.
- Go paddling at Hubbard's Hills - fun for
everyone, especially if followed by a picnic or an ice cream.
Find out more at Visit Lincolnshire [2]
Buy
Louth's centre isn't large, but has some charming shops on
offer. Most of the larger chains (e.g. WHSmiths, HMV, M&S) have
stayed out of Louth, and the shops are still mostly local,
independently run outfits.
- Spencer's is a bookseller's, stationer's and
newsagent. It also sells a variety of cards and gifts.
- CoJo's[3]
is a sports shop, selling sporting clothing and equipment. The shop
sign also, rather confusingly, claims it sells 'Pop accessories' as
well
- Eve and Ranshaw proudly states it has been
open 'Under 9 Reigns' on a sign by the door, and it is respected as
such. A large department store, it is renowned for its homewares,
and is where many people in the area buy their tablecloths,
generally 'for best' (its history means it can charge a little
extra). Sells everything else expected in an English department
store, with a rather more refined style than, say, Binns or
Debenhams.
- Dragonfly is four shops - the original,
Dragonfly Gifts, Dragonfly 2 and Dragonfly Kitchen. All good for a
special gift or home accessory - a great range of unusual
items.
- For Your Walls sells original art and prints
as well as offering an excellent framing service. Gift items are
also available. Don't forget to take a dog treat for the boys!
- Mr Chip's is a legendary (in the area) chip
shop, and well worth a visit. Fish and Chips to eat in or take
away
- The Wheatsheaf is a pub on Westagte serving a
variety of traditional ales and delicious (mostly locally produced)
pub food
- Chuzzlewits is a fine tea shop on Upgate.
Being served afternoon tea by waitresses in Victorian dress is an
experiece perfectly suited to the charming surroundings of Louth.
Try a Fat Rascal (brilliant scone-type cake) or a more traditional
scone with cream and jam for a delightfully English tea.
- Farmers' Market. Louth Farmers' Market is held on the 2nd Friday
and 4th Wednesday every month in Market Place, Louth. Lots of fresh
local food including organic vegetables, free range pork, local
cheese and lots more. edit
Drink
Locals will tell you Louth has over fifty pubs - pretty
impressive considering its fairly small size. Although fifty might
not be altogether accurate, it's not far off, so finding a drinking
hole to suit won't be much of a challenge.
- Number Nine, [4]. Fully equipped and re-furbished Georgian
cottage, self-catering, sleeps 4. Parking, garden and patio. Close
to close to Westgate Fields and Hubbards Hills, church and pubs and
restaurants. edit
- Cloddygate Farm Organic B&B (Cloddygate Farm Bed and Breakfast), Owes Lane, Skidbrook,
Louth LN11 7DE, ☎ 01507
358679, [5]. Welcoming 19c farmhouse B&B situated in
open farmland on the Lincolnshire coast near the market towns of
Louth & Alford and seal colony at Donna Nook. Full
English/vegetarian breakfast using local organic produce, home made
preserves and eggs from the garden. Ideal for cycling, walking,
fishing & photography. edit
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