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What is there to do near Market Rasen?

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What is there to do near Market Rasen?

Things to do near Market Rasen

  • Have a day out at Lincolnshire’s only racecourse.
  • Go walking in Willingham Woods.
  • Try walking the North Route of the Lindsey Trail.
  • Have lunch at Lincolnshire’s oldest thatched pub.
  • Stargaze in the Lincolnshire Wolds.
  • Adventure in the treetops at Wild Pines Park.

Why is it called Market Rasen?

The place-name ‘Market Rasen’ is first attested in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as Rase, Rasa and Resne. The name derives from the Old English ræsn meaning ‘plank’, and is thought to refer to a plank bridge.

Is Market Rasen a town?

A quaint market town in West Lindsey centred around its cobbled marketplace on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds and home to the county’s racecourse. On the western edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds and just a 30-minute drive from Lincoln, you will find the bustling town of Market Rasen.

Which county is Market Rasen?

Lincolnshire
Market Rasen is a bustling market town standing on the western edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds and is famous for having the only racecourse in Lincolnshire.

What supermarkets are in Market Rasen?

Supermarkets in Market Rasen, Lincolnshire

  • Tesco Superstore. Linwood Rd, Market Rasen, LN8 3AW.
  • Special Edition Chocolate. Is this your business?
  • Lincolnshire Co-Op Dunholme Food Store. Is this your business?
  • Co-op Food – Hibaldstow – Redbourne Road.
  • Waitrose & Partners Lincoln.

What is there to do in Caistor?

Points of interest include:

  • Caistor Lakes.
  • Caistor Beer Festival.
  • Hall Farm Park.
  • Caistor Arts & Heritage.
  • Pelham’s Pillar.
  • The Crocosmia Gardens.

What day is market day in Market Rasen?

Tuesday
Main Market Day every Tuesday: 8.30am – 3.00pm. Some traders stand every Friday.

What supermarkets are in Horncastle?

Supermarkets in Horncastle, Lincolnshire

  • Co-op Food – Horncastle. Conging Street, Horncastle, LN9 5DW.
  • Tesco Superstore. Watermill Rd, Horncastle, LN9 5DR.
  • Lincolnshire Co-op Food Store. Is this your business?
  • Sainsbury’s.
  • J & J Wilson Supermarket Ltd.
  • The Co-operative Pharmacy.
  • Sainsbury’s Local.

What is the population of Caistor?

around 2,600
The town and civil parish of Caistor is in the West Lindsey District of Lincolnshire and sits upon a hill, at almost the highest point in Lincolnshire on the north-west edge of the Wolds. It is close to the Viking Way, and just off the A46. The population is around 2,600.

What is Caistor famous for?

Caistor’s market square lies at the heart of a conservation area that contains 56 – mainly Grade II – listed buildings, making it one of Lincolnshire’s most important conservation area. The imposing Georgian houses were built when Caistor was a major centre for the Wool Trade and hosted large sheep markets.

Is Brigg market open?

Brigg Market information and opening hours Market day: Thursday with a smaller market on a Saturday. Brigg Farmers’ Market is on the fourth Saturday of the month. Address: Market Place and Wrawby Street, Brigg DN20 8ER. Parking: Two hours free parking close to the market.

Is Aldi coming to Horncastle?

Low cost retailer Aldi has revealed plans to open new stores in Yaxley, Bourne, Marketing Deeping and Horncastle.

Where is Market Rasen?

A quaint market town in West Lindsey centred around its cobbled marketplace on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds and home to the county’s racecourse. On the western edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds and just a 30-minute drive from Lincoln, you will find the bustling town of Market Rasen.

What is there to do in Rasen?

Market Rasen has a rich heritage with many stories just waiting to be discovered; some of which can be found in the town’s virtual tour. The takes you around the historically important landmarks in the town including the railway station which houses a heritage centre with display boards and audio stories.

Why choose Market Rasen for your virtual tour?

The town boasts high-quality and award winning places to eat for all budgets. Market Rasen has a rich heritage with many stories just waiting to be discovered; some of which can be found in the town’s virtual tour.

Where does the name Rasen come from?

Known locally as ‘Rasen’, the town’s name is first attested in the Domesday Book of 1086 and is derived from the Old English ræsn meaning ‘plank’— thought to be referring to an old plank bridge.