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New for 2008 is the South Humber Collection, North Lincolnshire. This destination is made up of the area’s leading wildlife and heritage attractions, stretching from Thornton Abbey in the east to Alkborough in the west. The collection showcases some of the area’s finest attractions including the 10th century St Peter’s Church, with the interactive Buried Lives exhibition, Thornton Abbey with one of the finest medieval gatehouses in Europe and Far Ings National Nature Reserve.
St Peter’s Church owned by English Heritage could best be described as an archaeological treasure-trove. The church features a remarkably complete Anglo-Saxon tower and baptistery, dating mainly from c.970 and the large medieval nave and chancel display a range of architectural styles. For more information, call 0870 333 1181 or visit www.english-heritage.org.uk
Thornton Abbey owned by English Heritage
has reopened after restoration. Set amid the tranquil North Lincolnshire
countryside the ornate fortified gatehouse of Thornton Abbey is among the
finest surviving in Britain. Built following the Peasants’ Revolt of
1381, Thornton Abbey was proclaimed as one of the wealthiest English Augustinian
monasteries of its day. The abbey not only offers a fantastic opportunity
to examine the tides of history but within the grounds is a haven for wildlife
and the ideal place to get away from it all. For more information, call 0870
333 1181 or visit www.english-heritage.org.uk
Far Ings National Nature Reserve is an ideal destination for watching wildlife and run by the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust. The open water, reedbeds and meadows of the reserve are a legacy for the tile and cement industry, which once flourished on the south Humber bank. The reserve is one of the foremost areas in the country for the conservation of reedbeds and is a stronghold for some of Britain’s rarest birds. There are striking panoramic views across the reserve and out to the estuary and Humber Bridge beyond. For more information, call 01652 637055 or visit www.lincstrust.org.uk
Wilderspin National School, currently in the process of being restored by the Queen Street School Preservation Trust, the School will be open to visitors in summer 2008. A grade II* listed Victorian school situated in the heart of Barton’s conservation area. The School will include a re-creation of the 1845 infant schoolroom and playground designed by the educational pioneer, Samuel Wilderspin. A contrasting late Victorian classroom will give visitors a taste of Victorian school life. With a display which illustrates the changes in the schools over 150 years including playground games and toys, to recapture those nostalgic memories.
Alkborough Flats, a superb natural setting, where the rivers Trent and Ouse join to form the Humber. River defences have been breached to allow water from the Humber to flow into the site, reducing flooding in other parts of the Humber Estuary. A large area of new habitat has been created which is a haven for wading birds and wildfowl making the site an ideal area for bird watching and leisurely walks. Its location on the Humber, one of Europe’s top destinations for migratory wildfowl, provides essential feeding sites for thousands of birds on the way to their winter-feeding grounds. Opening to the public in later summer 2008, making a superb natural setting for wildlife lovers.
Set
in the heart of undiscovered North Lincolnshire, the 300 acres of Normanby
Hall Country Park provides the perfect day out for all the family with something
for everyone. Return to the elegance of a more leisurely era in the beautiful
Regency Hall with its period rooms and costume gallery. Learn about Lincolnshire’s
rich rural heritage in the fascinating Farm Museum or step back in time in
the award winning Victorian Walled garden. For more information, contact Brigg
Tourist Information Centre on 01652 657053 or visit www.visitnorthlincolnshire.com
Waters’ Edge Visitor Centre and Country Park, one of the ‘greenest’ buildings in the UK. Set in an 86-acre park, the stunning curved glass building sits on the waterfront adjacent to the Humber Bridge. Interactive displays and games illustrate the wildlife of the area and encourage visitors to care for their environment. Discreet lipstick cameras in nesting boxes and at feeding stations give a wonderful insight into the secret life of the birds and animals that make the area their home. The surrounding 86-acre Country Park has walks past reedbeds, meadows and through woodland, with two well-equipped children’s play areas. For more information, call 01652 631500 or visit www.watersedgecountrypark.org
Ropewalk Contemporary Art and Craft,
is one of North Lincolnshire’s
leading contemporary art galleries based in the grade II listed building on
the water front of Barton upon Humber. The single story pantile roofed building
was given a new lease of life in 2000 when taken on by the Waterside Artists
Co-operative. In the former rope making factory visitors can see work by over
200 artists and craft makers in four galleries together with a garden gallery,
the heritage display and indulge themselves in the Ropery Coffee Shop which
serves delicious freshly made dishes and quality coffee. For more information,
call 01652 660380 or visit www.the-ropewalk.co.uk
Baysgarth House Museum, once the home
to the Nelthorpe family is now a museum set within the 30 acres of grounds.
Run by CHAMP Trust Ltd, the museum reflects the local relevance of the house.
With exhibitions held throughout the year, the museum has visual displays
as well as Georgian and Victorian period rooms displaying 18th and 19th century
pottery and porcelain. Reminisce over bygone years with 2000 historic photographs
of the region from the image archive. For more information, call 01652 637568
or visit www.visitnorthlincolnshire.com
Alkborough Turf Maze – Julian’s Bower, high on the Trent Ridge at Alkborough is a turf maze cut by Monks in the 12th century. The site offers panoramic views across the confluence of the rivers Trent, Ouse and Humber, reputedly you can see the towers of York Minster on a clear day. The maze is also depicted on the floor of the near by Church of Saint John the Baptist. Close to the turf maze you can relax in the stylish surroundings of the Paddocks Tearoom. For more information, call Brigg Tourist Information Centre on 01652 657053 or visit www.visitnorthlincolnshire.com
Barton Ghost Walks, as day becomes night
and there’s
a chill hanging in the winter air, dare you take the Ghost Walk. Discover
the historic town of Barton and learn about the spooky goings-on from your
guide. Meet the characters that form the myths and legends of Barton’s
colourful past. Walks operated throughout the winter months. For more information,
call Brigg Tourist Information Centre on 01652 657053 or visit www.visitnorthlincolnshire.com
The Humber Bridge, This spectacular bridge offers panoramic views of East Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire from its walk and cycleways. Stretching across the River Humber the bridge is close to the historic town of Barton upon Humber. On its opening over 25 years ago this magnificent bridge was the longest single span suspension bridge in the world. The south bank of the river offers the best views of the bridge, which was the first of its kind. For more details, call 01724 297353 or visit www.visitnorthlincolnshire.com
The Palm Farm was established in 1967 in the walled garden, orchard and paddocks of Thornton Hall. In the last forty years many specimens of exotic trees and shrubs have been planted for added interest and as an example of what can be grown. A walk through the attractive gardens gives inspiration of what could be achieved in your garden at home. The nursery specialises in growing a good variety of garden trees, shrubs, climber’s etc. including palms and other exotics. For more information, call 01469 531232.
Abbots Garden, why not spend a summer afternoon picking seasonal and organic soft fruits from the fields surrounding Thornton Abbey? Famous for its strawberry fields, this idyllic location produces a range of fruits together with asparagus and new potatoes. Abbots Garden is a regular trader at Brigg Farmers’ Market. This year also see the return of the Thornton Abbey Maize Maze.
The South Humber Collection has been developed out of a partnership between North Lincolnshire Council, English Heritage, The Environment Agency, Natural England, Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust and Queen Street School Preservation Trust, with additional funding from Yorkshire Forward and the Heritage Lottery Fund.
