Horncastle Travel Guide

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After posting a photo of the fields near my house it made me realise how little I appreciate the area I live in so I thought I'd share some more. This is in a church yard where the church is actually now an antique shop full of interesting things
After posting a photo of the fields near my house it made me realise how little I appreciate the area I live in so I thought I'd share some more. This is in a church yard where the church is actually now an antique shop full of interesting things
Took a little walk out into the countryside. I love this time of year- shame about the weather though!
Grade II listed The church dates from the early 13th century onwards, and was restored in 1859-61 by Ewan Christian. It is built in green sandstone and has a west tower with spirelet, nave with north and south aisles, chancel with north and south aisles, north porch and vestry. The tower dates from circa 1200, and was remodelled in 1861. The upper part is from the decorated period. The nave arcades are of five bays and date from the early 13th century. These were restored in 1861. The chancel has 15th century arcades, two to the north and three south, again heavily restored. The chancel arch dates from the Victorian restoration. The reredos also dates from this time, and is by C. E. Giles. There is a Memorial brass to Sir Lionel Dymoke, died 1519, he was knighted at Siege of Tournai, and was Sheriff of Lincolnshire 1516. On the wall of the south aisle are mounted 13 scythes, which were thought to have been used in the Lincolnshire rising of 1536, although this is unlikely , despite Horncastle being one of the centres of the rebellion. There are several stained-glass windows, with some by Heaton Butler and Bayne, and one by Preedy. The church pipe organ was recently replaced with a new digital version. The freed up space has been converted into a Coffee area.
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The church dates from the early 13th century onwards, and was restored in 1859-61 by Ewan Christian. It is built in green sandstone and has a west tower with spirelet, nave with north and south aisles, chancel with north and south aisles, north porch and vestry. The tower dates from circa 1200, and was remodelled in 1861. The upper part is from the decorated period. The nave arcades are of five bays and date from the early 13th century. These were restored in 1861. The chancel has 15th century arcades, two to the north and three south, again heavily restored. The chancel arch dates from the Victorian restoration. The reredos also dates from this time, and is by C. E. Giles. There is a Memorial brass to Sir Lionel Dymoke, died 1519, he was knighted at Siege of Tournai, and was Sheriff of Lincolnshire 1516. On the wall of the south aisle are mounted 13 scythes, which were thought to have been used in the Lincolnshire rising of 1536, although this is unlikely , despite Horncastle being one of the centres of the rebellion. There are several stained-glass windows, with some by Heaton Butler and Bayne, and one by Preedy. The church pipe organ was recently replaced with a new digital version. The freed up space has been converted into a Coffee area.
Photo by Jules & Jenny (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
The Admiral Rodney Hotel, Horncastle, Lincolnshire

The Admiral Rodney Hotel, Horncastle, Lincolnshire

4 out of 5
North Street Horncastle England
The price is ₹4,447 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
₹4,447
₹5,337 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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Stay at this hotel in Horncastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (786 reviews)
Upon arrival we found the receptionist, Jenny very welcoming and helpful. Dining room staff were also friendly and provided an excellent service. Dinner was well presented and very tasty. Our room was delightful, clean, warm and comfortable, providing a restful and convenient environment needed for ...

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Admiral Rodney Hotel, Horncastle, Lincolnshire
Woldsend Cottage

Woldsend Cottage

3.5 out of 5
Horncastle England
Stay at this golf cottage in Horncastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Cadwell Park and Wragby Maze are located nearby.
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White Hart Hotel

White Hart Hotel

4 out of 5
Bailgate Lincoln England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (717 reviews)
Clean room with bath overlooking cathedral. Room a little dated, but lots of great amenities. Central and great location.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

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Woldsend Cottage

Woldsend Cottage

3.5 out of 5
Horncastle England
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Baxter House

Baxter House

3 out of 5
109 Fydell St Boston England
Stay at this aparthotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Macmillan Way - North and Witham Way Country Park are located ...
6.4/10 (13 reviews)
I had a nice stay and enjoyed

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Coasters Hotel & Apartments

Coasters Hotel & Apartments

3 out of 5
10 North Parade Skegness England
Stay at this apartment in Skegness. Popular attractions Skegness Pier and Embassy Theatre are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (124 reviews)
Everything was perfect thanks tidy little apartment

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Reviews of Horncastle

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3/5 - Okay

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Lots of Antique shops

4/5 - Good

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Sorry but a very short trip to visit friends so had very little time in Horncastle. Would happily go again to explore further.

5/5 - Excellent

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Lovely little thriving town.

4/5 - Good

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Has the best powerlifting club in the WORLD

4/5 - Good

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Very quaint, lots of antique shops to visit. Recommend the Italian restaurant, Monterello. Worth a visit.

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The oldest part of the church dates back to the 13th century. The church was enlarged during the 15th century and later had restoration work done under Sir George Gilbert Scott in the 19th century. The arcade – most of the windows and the south porch date from this time. The octagonal font is 13th/15 century. The wrought iron top is modern. The church has north and south aisles and a north chapel. The late 13th C 3 bay arcades have double chamfered arches with octagonal piers and moulded capitals. On the voussoirs are extensive traces of red painted foliage. The lower part of the tower is 13th century and retains the original narrow tower arch and small lancet window in the west wall. The upper tower was added in the 14th century together with the window. The reredos dated 1860 is mosaic and marble and displays Italian workmanship. Restoration dates of interest:- 1851 WA Nicholson – Architect – work undertaken in chancel included the painted ceiling 1859-60 Sir George G Scott – further restoration 1867 Reredos designed by RJ Withers and made by Salviati 1870-74 George G Scott Jnr, urgent restoration work.
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