Market Rasen Area Guide

Charles Dickens once described Market Rasen as ‘the sleepiest town in England’. These days it is a bustling market town with a varied selection of friendly independent shops, regular markets and an abundance of places to eat and drink.
One of the Western Gateways to the Lincolnshire Wolds (designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), Market Rasen has an ideal location, standing on the River Rase, surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, quiet roads and pleasant footpaths, yet is only 15 miles from the historic cathedral city of Lincoln.

The town once had an important tanning industry and became prosperous in Victorian times with the arrival of the railways, leading to the construction of many grand buildings around the town, many of which can still be seen today.

Situated on the edge of the town, is the wonderful Market Rasen Racecourse. This is a top national hunt course and attracts some of the best horses & jockeys in the country. It is well worth a visit whether you fancy a flutter or just want to experience the exciting atmosphere of a race day.

Other outdoor pursuits are also on hand, such as the local 18 hole golf course; numerous walking routes and sign-posted cycle paths, as well as woodland walks and well stocked fishing lakes.

Transport Links

Market Rasen is easily connected to both Lincoln via the A46, as well as North Lincolnshire as a whole, with the A15 to the west. There is an active train station with regular services to Lincoln and the north east of the county.

Nearby Schools

Market Rasen is also home to the highly respected de Aston secondary school, sixth form and boarding house. The school has recently achieved a glowing Ofsted report, attaining an outstanding rating in three out of the four main areas inspected.
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Market Rasen Area Guide

Charles Dickens once described Market Rasen as ‘the sleepiest town in England’. These days it is a bustling market town with a varied selection of friendly independent shops, regular markets and an abundance of places to eat and drink.
One of the Western Gateways to the Lincolnshire Wolds (designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), Market Rasen has an ideal location, standing on the River Rase, surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, quiet roads and pleasant footpaths, yet is only 15 miles from the historic cathedral city of Lincoln.

The town once had an important tanning industry and became prosperous in Victorian times with the arrival of the railways, leading to the construction of many grand buildings around the town, many of which can still be seen today.

Situated on the edge of the town, is the wonderful Market Rasen Racecourse. This is a top national hunt course and attracts some of the best horses & jockeys in the country. It is well worth a visit whether you fancy a flutter or just want to experience the exciting atmosphere of a race day.

Other outdoor pursuits are also on hand, such as the local 18 hole golf course; numerous walking routes and sign-posted cycle paths, as well as woodland walks and well stocked fishing lakes.

Transport Links

Market Rasen is easily connected to both Lincoln via the A46, as well as North Lincolnshire as a whole, with the A15 to the west. There is an active train station with regular services to Lincoln and the north east of the county.

Nearby Schools

Market Rasen is also home to the highly respected de Aston secondary school, sixth form and boarding house. The school has recently achieved a glowing Ofsted report, attaining an outstanding rating in three out of the four main areas inspected.