Lincoln Office

Dominated by one of the finest cathedrals in Europe and a recently renovated Norman Castle - home to the famous Magna Carta, it is safe to say that Lincoln is one of the most historic cities in the region. The Cathedral Quarter, at the top of the aptly named ‘Steep Hill’ features a mix of independent shops, cafes and restaurants along its cobbled streets, while ‘downhill’ Lincoln is where you will find all your favourite High Street retailers. There is also the Brayford Waterfront - home to the University, cinema, bars, cafes and restaurants, some with fabulous views over the Marina. This combination of ancient and modern urban living makes Lincoln the perfect place to live.

Melton Mowbray is a popular market town, situated in Leicestershire, which is built on a strong tradition of farming. Famous for its pork pies and cheese, the town is home to a fantastic number of food and drink festivals that take place throughout the year.The town itself is steeped in history and there is a walking heritage trail that explains the heritage of the town. If you enjoy shopping you’ll be spoilt with the selection of markets that take place in the town. There is a popular street market, regular farmers market, cattle and livestock market and a well-renowned antiques market. In addition to all of this there are a number of lovely independent and well known high street shops. The town centre also boasts a number of lovely places to stop for tea and coffee, as well as a range of restaurants and pubs.Twinlakes Park offers a great day out for the family with water rides, animals and picnic areas to enjoy. Melton Carnegie Museum is well worth a visit and both Melton Country Park and Wilton Park offer great open spaces for walking. Or if you are looking for indoor activities the town has its own cinema and theatre.It also has some excellent sporting facilities including a range of state of the art gym activities, as well as a golf course, swimming pool, equestrian centres and a snooker club to name just a few.

A charming market town steeped in history, Newark-on-Trent is dotted with attractive Georgian architecture, independent stores and relaxed bistros, all centralised around a cobbled market square. Newark’s fascinating heritage is ripe for exploration with enchanting historic sites such as Newark Castle where visitors can take tours, view exhibitions or enjoy a stroll through the Victorian gardens.The town enjoys family friendly attractions such as a state-of-the-art cinema, a popular museum, art gallery and the town’s notable Palace Theatre. There is a handful of interesting independent stores in Newark town centre and a number of large supermarkets also close by. Newark Markets are also popular among locals and visitors alike, offering fresh organic produce, locally-caught fish and artisan gifts.There are also a good range of antique shops and a large Waitrose.

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.