Life, Legends & Lock Ups in Lincolnshire

LIFE, LEGENDS AND LOCK-UPS IN LINCOLNSHIRE

 

27 November – 1 December 2024

Wednesday - Sunday

5 Days

From £515

 

Get ready to dive into the rich history and culture of this stunning county, as we take you on a journey through some of its most captivating sites. We invite you to discover Gainsborough Old Hall, a magnificent medieval manor house that boasts a rich history dating back over 500 years. Immerse yourself in the lively world of Lincolnshire Life, where you'll discover the county's fascinating past and present through interactive exhibits, stunning imagery, and immersive displays. And for those who want a taste of something a little different, we're excited to offer a visit to the Old Nick Police Museum, where you'll learn about the fascinating history of crime and punishment in the region.

 

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Gainsborough Old Hall   |   The Old Nick Police Museum   |   Lincoln Castle and Victorian Prison   |   Burghley House   |   Museum of Lincolnshire Life

 

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel to Grantham arriving late afternoon you will have time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY TWO – Lincoln Castle, Victorian Prison and Magna Carta

Today we visit Lincoln Castle where you will not only walk in the footsteps of Kings, but also see the impressive Victorian prison, the Medieval Wall Walk, and the Magna Carta Vault. The rest of the day is yours at leisure to enjoy the city and explore at your own pace.

 

DAY THREE – Burghley House

Our discoveries today take us to Burghley House. Burghley House was built between 1555 and 1587 by William Cecil, 1st Lord Burghley and principal adviser and Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth 1. With its dramatic skyline and towering obelisk clock tower, Burghley was built to impress and the State Rooms are simply awe-inspiring. Discover the enormous collection of historic paintings, ceramics and works of art, many of which still stand where they were first recorded in 1688.

 

Explore the original soaring Tudor kitchen and tour the magnificent State Rooms before descending the Hell Staircase painted by Antonio Verrio into the Great Hall, used as a grand banqueting hall in Elizabethan days. Discover the array of treasures awaiting you in each room - including the incredible art collection, unique examples of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and superb items of 18th century furniture. Our experienced tour guides will transport you back in time, bringing to life the intricate history of the Cecil family and the Collections they have built over 500 years of Burghley history.

 

Bursting with life, Burghley Gardens feature imaginative planting, sculpture and surprises sure to delight. Two spectacular gardens, each with their own distinct atmosphere and beauty.

 

Discover horticulture, sculpture and sensational seasonal colour as you stroll through the undulating landscape of our Sculpture Garden, Capability Brown's lost gardens.

 

Then step into a world of classical civilisation, astrology and astronomy in the highly entertaining Garden of Surprises. A sensory delight with the unexpected at every turn.

 

We’ll later return to Lincoln; you can choose to take some time in the centre or return to our hotel and relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY FOUR – Gainsborough Old Hall, The Old Nick Police Museum

This morning we visit one of the best preserved, timbe -frames manor houses in the UK, dating back to the 15th century and found in the centre of Gainsborough.

 

Gainsborough Old Hall is a building that reflects over five hundred years of history in its walls. Experience the rich and varied past of a great English building and discover history through the voices of those who have lived, worked, and visited.

 

Uncover the draw jaw dropping spaces of the Great Hall before wandering winding corridors and up dead-end stairs. See how feasts were prepared in one of the best surviving medieval kitchens in the country and climb the 59 steps to the top.

 

After time for lunch, we’ll then visit the Old Nick Police Museum, the original Divisional Headquarters for the Lincolnshire Constabulary, and former Magistrates Court from 1860 to 1974.

 

The museum is dedicated to preserving and displaying the history of Lincolnshire Police and you can explore the cells, exercise yards and Victorian Charge Room. Learn about the many Lincolnshire murderers, their trials, and punishments; and see displays including the police telephone exchange, the original charge desk and many other fascinating items from the Lincolnshire Police Heritage Collection.

 

DAY FIVE – Museum of Lincolnshire Life and Departure

After breakfast this morning we leave our hotel for the last time, making our way to Lincoln where we visit the Museum of Lincolnshire Life.

 

This excellent museum focuses on all aspects of life in Lincolnshire in bygone eras, and really is a fascinating place. Located in a former barracks, you enter The Museum of Lincolnshire Life through an impressive set of wrought iron gates and into the gatehouse – adding to the sense of anticipation of what is to come. We then make our journey home with comfort stops en route.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

• Luxury coach travel

• Home pick-up

• 4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

• Porterage on arrival and departure

• Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

• Admission to Lincoln Castle and Victorian Prison

• Admission to Burghley House

• Admission to Gainsborough Old Hall

• Admission to The Old Nick Police Museum

• Museum of Lincolnshire Life.

 

THE BARN HOTEL, GRANTHAM

Welcome to The Barn, where rustic charm intertwines with remarkable hospitality. Nestled amidst the enchanting countryside of Grantham, in the heart of England, this charming rustic hotel beckons you to immerse yourself in its timeless allure.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

Admission to Lincoln Castle and Victorian Prison

Admission to Burghley House

Admission to Gainsborough Old Hall

Admission to The Old Nick Police Museum

Museum of Lincolnshire Life.

 

THE BARN HOTEL, GRANTHAM

Welcome to The Barn, where rustic charm intertwines with remarkable hospitality. Nestled amidst the enchanting countryside of Grantham, in the heart of England, this charming rustic hotel beckons you to immerse yourself in its timeless allure.

 

 HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
4 star	Tea/coffee making facilities	Lift
Bar	Television	Wheelchair accessible
Restaurant	Wifi
Lounge
Swimming Pool

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	27 NOV- 1 DEC 2024	WEDNESDAY	£515	£90 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£27.28

 

 

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

Old Barn Hotel, Grantham Burghley House Gainsborough Old Hall Museum of Lincolnshire Life