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Georgian & Victorian Architecture
This vibrant town is a joy to explore. The charm of its ancient
street pattern, the fine Georgian and Victorian buildings and wonderful
open-air markets give the town a unique market-town atmosphere.
St. James' Church and its spire
The magnificent St James's Church, with its spire reaching 295 feet,
can be seen from miles around. The ill-fated Lincolnshire Rising
started here in 1536 and ended with the execution of the then vicar
Thomas Kendall. The interior of the church is also fascinating,
and well worth a look around when visiting the town.
Hubbard's Hills & Riverine Park
On the outskirts of the town lies Hubbard's Hills,
a chalk, steep-sided valley. This glorious riverine park is a
family favourite throughout the year.
Alfred, Lord Tennyson
Tennyson, born in nearby Somersby, went to King
Edward VI Grammar School Louth, and lodged with his grandmother in a
terrace house in Harvey's Alley (now called Westgate Place) from
1816 to 1820.
Meridian Line
Louth is unique in that it bridges two hemispheres as the Greenwich
Meridian Line of zero degrees longitude passes right through.
It is this feature, the town's history and the landscape that
inspired the recently established Louth Art Trail.
Louth Canal & Riverhead Theatre
Near to the Louth Canal is the Riverhead Theatre,
a brand new, state-of-the-art venue staging a wide range of productions
and music throughout the year, from opera and classical to rock,
dance and drama.
Cadwell Park & Motorsport
Just a few miles from Louth, set in the Lincolnshire Wolds, lies Cadwell Park, easily one of the most picturesque circuits and perhaps one of British motorsport's best-kept secrets. The 0.7 mile circuit was originally built for motorbike races in 1934, but today the two mile track has several features that are unique, particularly 'The Mountain' a short sharp incline that will see the more powerful machinery airborne!
Another great venue for motorsport is the Manby Motorplex off-road centre which includes a Rally School, 4x4, Skid Car Training, Juggernaut Experiences, and Early Driver Courses. Groups and individuals are catered for as well as Stag & Hen events and Corporate Entertainment.
Swimming, Golf, Tennis & Bowls
For those who like sport, the town has to offer an indoor swimming pool, golf, tennis and bowls.
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GENERAL INFORMATIONMarket Day: Wednesday (open air auction), Friday and Saturday
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FAMOUS CONNECTIONSAlfred, Lord Tennyson went to school
at King Edward VI, and had his first book (with his brothers)
printed at what is now the Oxfam Shop.
Captain John Smith went to school at King Edward
VI - President of Virginia. Life was saved by Indian Princess,
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SPECIAL INTERESTSLouth Canal Walks
Greenwich Meridian passes through the town on Eastgate
Antiques
Louth Art Trail
Hubbard's Hills
Victorian and Georgian architecture |
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Appleby's Icecreams Conisholme, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Binbrook Fisheries Binbrook, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Brook House Liveries Scamblesby, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Cadwell Park Louth
Couplands Caravans and Motorhomes Louth approximate map location
Covenham Watersports Centre Covenham St Bartholomew, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Gayton Engine Pumping Station - Open Days Theddlethorpe All Saints, Nr. Louth
Hedgehog Care Authorpe, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Homefield Alpacas Courses Great Carlton, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Hubbards Hills Parkland Louth
Jackpots Pottery Louth approximate map location
Kenwick Farmhouse Nurseries Louth approximate map location
Louth Golf Club Louth approximate map location
Louth Indoor Bowls Club Louth
Louth Museum Louth approximate map location
Louth Playgoers Riverhead Theatre Louth approximate map location
Louth Playhouse Cinema Louth approximate map location
Manby Motorplex Manby, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Meridian Leisure Centre Louth
Mr Chips of Louth Louth approximate map location
Poplar Farm Forge North Somercotes, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Raileisure Cycle Hire Ludborough, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Rimac Saltfleetby All Saints, Nr. Louth
Saltfleet Haven Boat Club Saltfleet, Nr. Louth
Saltfleetby, Theddlethorpe Dunes National Nature R Saltfleetby, Nr. Louth
St. James Church Louth approximate map location
Studio 2000 Dance School , Nr. Louth
The Basket Case Craft Workshops Asterby, Nr. Louth approximate map location
The Louth Art Trail Louth
The Old Maltings Antique Centre Louth approximate map location
Vickers Pond Saltfleetby, Nr. Louth approximate map location
Wyevale Garden Centre Louth approximate map location
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