Short Breaks in Louth
Louth is a market town lying on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, a ridge of hills running parallel with Lincolnshire’s coastline.
The skyline of Louth is dominated by the spire of St James’ church, which at 90 metres in height is one of the tallest church spires in England. Louth is also well known for its distinctive independent food outlets, particularly The Cheese Shop, which won the food category of the Best Small Shops in Britain Awards 2011.
The Panorama Gallery at the Louth Museum offers a vivid glimpse of Lincolnshire in the 19th century, being a backlit panoramic reproduction of a painting depicting the view from the top of St James’ spire in 1844. In contrast, a series of contemporary sculptures by a number of artists can be seen around the town on the Louth Art Trail.
Beyond Louth, the hills and valleys of the Lincolnshire Wolds are within easy reach. The Wolds extend for 560 square kilometres and are a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making a stunning backdrop for biking, horse riding and walking. Serious walkers can undertake stretches of the long distance footpath, the Viking Way, which stretches from Barton-On-Humber in North Lincolnshire across The Wolds and into Rutland.
Alternatively, a trip to Skegness, just 23 miles south-east of Louth is an ideal destination for a traditional family day out, offering sandy beaches, fun fairs, a pier and the Natureland Seal Sanctuary.