Horncastle

Visiting Horncastle

Horncastle has long been known as one of the best towns in England for antique hunting. Although the number of antique shops has reduced from its peak, the town still offers a rewarding browse for collectors, with several established dealers and regular antique fairs. Beyond the antiques, Horncastle has a pleasant, walkable centre with a good weekly market, independent food shops and a handful of welcoming pubs serving locally brewed ales and hearty Lincolnshire cooking.

The town's position at the southern gateway to the Lincolnshire Wolds makes it an ideal base for walkers and cyclists exploring the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Viking Way long-distance trail passes through the area, and there are numerous circular walks through quiet valleys and along ancient ridgeway paths. Horncastle also hosts a popular annual food festival celebrating local producers, and its proximity to Woodhall Spa, Louth and the coast means that visitors can easily combine a stay here with day trips to a variety of Lincolnshire destinations.