Wild Acorns

Nearby Boston (10 minutes’ drive) is a small town with medieval roots and markets that have cropped up regularly for the last 450 years. Get to its heart by visiting St Botolph's Church, known as The Stump and climbing up its 365 steps to the top of the tower for glorious views. Craving the coast? Take the Boston Belle boat out from the quay towards the North Sea; there are also inland cruises up the River Witham, as well as bracing trips out to spot the seal colony just off the River Welland. Back on dry land, check out the cathedral city of Lincoln (50 minutes) or head to historic homes like Belton (40 minutes) and Burghley (an hour), and the castles of Tattershall (25 minutes) and Belvoir (50 minutes). Another local settlement worth a look is Sleaford (25 minutes), home to the war-themed artefacts at the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor’s Centre and the golf courses and outdoor swimming pool of Woodhall Spa.