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Armed Forces weekend returns to Cleethorpes from June 16, 2023 Cleethorpes Armed Forces Day weekend 2023 plans revealed promising to be 'biggest ever' Though summer still feels some way off, we're just 100 days away from the arrival of the Armed Forces weekend in Cleethorpes - and it looks set to be the "biggest ever". Starting on Friday, June 16 with a Carnival Parade, the event is predicted to…

Grimsby was until recent times, the foremost fishing port in the UK.  At Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre you will experience the twentieth century saga by signing on as a crew member and travelling in their footsteps – leaving your 1950’s Grimsby home for a trip to the perilous Arctic fishing grounds and returning home to the comfort of the Freeman’s Arms public house. The…

Visit Lincoln Cathedral, a magnificent and treasured example of historic architecture. Standing tall over the city of Lincoln for thousands of years and appearing on the screen several times including in Young Victoria and The Da Vinci Code. Lincoln Cathedral is an awe-inspiring and spectacular landmark recognised all over the world.  It takes less than an hour to get here from the Fitties…

Lincolnshire is well known as 'Bomber County' because of it's importance in World War II.  The flat landscape lent itself well to the siting of numerous airfields, and is home to the world famous Red Arrows and the Dambusters. A visit to Lincolnshire is the perfect way to experience aviation history with fascinating heritage sites, museums, and centres to explore. Known as Bomber County…

The International Bomber Command Centre is a world-class site that provides a space for recognition, remembrance, reflection and education about the Bomber Command Unit. Bomber Command suffered the highest losses of any unit during World War II and before the creation of IBCC struggled for recognition. Immerse yourself in interactive exhibits telling stories of those involved on all sides…

Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre  CONINGSBY More about the area Home of the 97, 619, 617 (Dambusters) and 627 Squadron that flew out of RAF Woodhall Spa in the 1940sCivilian life in Lincolnshire in the 1940s, Women's Land Army, Home Guard, Prisoner of War. The Arnhem Story, Aircraft Models throughout the ages. As well as a section on the Cold War, WW1…

Big Sky Alpacas  BEESBY NEAR MABLETHORPE Enjoy this unique experience to take an amble with your own alpaca or discover options to have a visit from the alpacas for those who are unable to come to them. Big Sky Alpacas is the perfect place for people who want to learn more about alpacas and be influenced by their peaceful and quirky characters. Guided…

Baytree Owl & Wildlife Centre is one of the longest-running owl and bird of prey centres in Lincolnshire, providing affordable family days out for over 30 years. Our collection, which now includes native British wildlife, boasts over 100 birds which contribute to global conservation efforts through our successful breeding programme. Cafe / Tea Room Parking Accessible Toilets Baby…

ARK wildlife park & exotic animal sanctuary offers an all weather Lincolnshire attraction through out the year, set in the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside, with a wide range of animals, offering visitors the chance to get up close with stunning exotic mammal species, amazing reptiles and some familiar friends. Cafe / Tea Room Guided Tours Parking Accessible Toilets Baby…

Experience a fun family-friendly day out at Rand Farm Park. Stroke and feed farm animals and pets alongside a whole host of other exciting activities including: indoor and outdoor play areas, tractor rides, character days and so much more! Cafe / Tea Room Wifi Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Facilities Gift Shop Groups Welcome Electric car charging point   01673 858…

A hidden gem found in North of Lincolnshire. Built by Thomas Burgh in 1460, Gainsborough Old Hall is over 500 years old. Discover one of the largest and best preserved medieval manor houses in the country. Cafe / Tea Room Restaurant Guided Tours Accessible Toilets Baby Facilities Gift Shop Groups Welcome Meeting Facilities Electric car charging point 01427…

  IMPOSING 15TH CENTURY TOWER, SYMBOLISING WEALTH AND POWER Tattershall Castle is an impressive moated building owned by the National Trust. Built by Robert de Tateshale in the 15th century having received permission from Henry VIII. The castle has changed ownership many times, reaching its prime during the Tudor period. In the Civil War the castle was besieged, leaving only the…

This spectacular building opened 2018 and is open all year round. A purpose built and accessible marine observatory, it includes exhibitions on the local area, an art space, café, public toilets and car park. It sits on a slight promontory at Chapel Point near Chapel St Leonards.  Cafe / Tea Room Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Facilities Dogs Welcome Groups Welcome Meeting…

From the edge of Skegness to the mouth of The Wash this reserve is noted for the sheer scale and diversity of its wildlife. Started in 1949, ‘Gib’ as it is affectionately known, was one of the earliest of Britain’s official Bird Observatories. Admire beautiful views across this large stretch of unspoilt coastline that runs southward from Skegness to the south of The…

Take on the UK's highest skydive at 15,000 feet!. Visit Hibaldstow Skydive for first time tandem skydiving, Accelerated Freefall courses, static line skydiving, charity skydives, freeflying, wingsuiting and belly flying.  Cafe / Tea Room Wifi Parking Toilets Gift Shop Groups Welcome Meeting Facilities Hibaldstow Airfield Redbourne Rd Hibaldstow DN20…

Arialtrail is a high ropes course situated in a beautiful woodland on Home Lane Bottesford, they have 18 sections 5 zip wires, including 2x 100m zips. The course is a Jr course at a hight of 5m suitable for families and adventurers of all ages. The course is designed for individuals and families to have a fantastic time together at an affordable…

The Ropewalk is a regionally acclaimed centre for the arts, housing galleries, sculpture garden, coffee shop, and Ropery Hall – a venue for live music, theatre and cinema within a Grade II listed former rope factory. Other facilities include: a printmaking workshop; artists’ studios and meeting rooms available for outside lets. The arts centre is a quarter of a mile long and is…

The late evening sun, as we draw to the end of our wonderful summer, throws such long shadows around us.  The peace and tranquility is all around, the sea birds are murmuring in the estuary and we feel blessed.  Welcome to our world.

It was with deep sadness that our nation learned of the passing of our dear Queen.  We, too, feel the loss but we know that our new King Charles III will fulfil his role as our monarch with dedication and purpose.  God bless the Queen, long live the King,

The Culture House will be bringing as award-winning outdoor virtual reality experience to St James' Square, Grimsby on 28/29 May. Volo is a free Leonardo da Vinci inspired virtual reality swing experience.  One of the swings is wheelchair accessible too. Can't wait! Grimsby Creates Art!

Happy St George's Day.  We all come across a dragon or two during our lifetime (I can think of one in particular) so put on your big girl's pants (or big boy's) and get slaying!  Let me clarify - I'm not suggesting you really slay someone, rather if someone treats you badly, brings you down or humiliates you in any way, then stand up like St George and you'll find that they are probably…

So. as usual I've got a lot to do, but there's always time for a quick ice cream on the prom!  Well, it would be rude to say no wouldn't it?  I can recommend Julie's Ices (not me) near the base of Ross Castle.  My personal favourite is a waffle cone, salted caramel first then lemon curd...yummy.  Now I'm ready for anything lol.

Sir David Attenborough has been named a Champion of the Earth by the UN's Environment Programme. The prestigious award recognises the 95-year-old's commitment to telling stories about the natural world and climate change. Accepting the award, Sir David said the world must take action now to protect nature and the planet. Sir David said that environmental success stories should give us…

Ok, so I'm no Greta Thunberg (!) but I do like to 'do my bit' for our beautiful planet, we don't get a second, or third chance to protect the world we live in so whether its recycling, planting a tree, litter picking or wild flower bombing, every little helps...it's never too late to start 

Thought we deserved a cheeky breakfast on our way to the Fitties...good food, sea view, good company - what more do we need. Oh and a view of the Mouse in the Moon illumination

...then you can't go wrong with a visit to these guys - Dough Bros on the High Street, Cleethorpes.  Delicious, freshly made pizza, generous portions of fries, too much to eat but plenty to take home.  Yummy 

We have been so lucky to have an unusual visitor - a black swan.  The sad thing is that he/she does not have a mate so will be a little lonely.  Swans are monogamous and keep the same mate for life, we are hoping that our new visitor will be able to settle here and make friends with the other water fowl at the boating lake

As I look through the window at The Little Haven Beach Chalet, I can see that spring is here, the daffodils are in flower, the grass has started to grow (better get mowing!), the sky is blue and the sun is shining.  Our feathered winter visitors are leaving and there will soon be new summer birds coming to this rich estuary and RSPB nature reserve which we call home.  Not just birds of…

Are you a rocker at heart? Or do you just fancy a great music day out? Then this event is for you. As well as great music, there will be licensed bars and lots of food to choose from.  This event will be held at The Meridian Park (just a short walk from the Fitties) inside a giant marquee.  The Fake acts/bands performing are Oasis, Pink, Foo Fighters, The Jam, Guns n Roses, Kings of…

Cleethorpes — 24–26 June 2022 NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE ARMED FORCES DAY 2022 When 12:00 am to 6:00 pm Location North East Lincolnshire’s Armed Forces weekend (AFD21) will be held on Friday 24th, Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th June 2022 and will be a true public Post-Covid19 UNIFIER to keep the UK Armed Forces Community (Serving military, reservists, veterans and cadets…

Cleethorpes Scooter Rally 2022 will take place from 1st-3rd July.  If scooters are your 'thing' then this is an ideal opportunity to meet up with like minded people. The evenings are spent in the bars and restaurants along Cleethorpes seafront, whether your tipple is real ale or a cocktail then you will find what you are looking for here! The accommodation we can offer includes off road…