In and around Lincolnshire and South Nottinghamshire

Mother and child walking outdoors wrapped up for winter — Making memories in the parkland at Belton House, Lincolnshire

Belton House on a frosty morning with deer — Crisp frosty mornings - a glorious sight at Belton House

Amidst sweeping landscapes, discover grand houses and gardens, a medieval castle, home of a genius and a Victorian workhouse.

Places to visit

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Children walking along a muddy path — Enjoy winter walks with family and friends

Winter walks in Lincolnshire

Enjoy spectacular views with family and friends with these winter walks near you.

Blow away the cobwebs with us

Workhouse volunteer in costume — Volunteer in the kitchen at The Workhouse, Southwell

Volunteering in Lincolnshire and South Nottinghamshire

Volunteering with us is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills, and get close to the special places and collections we care for, and bring them to life for our visitors.

Our top Snowdrop spots

Hirst conservation collecting over 600 paint samples to determine original decorative schemes — Collecting paint samples

Conservation in action near you

Your continued support allows us to look after the special places near you. Find out more about what we've been getting up to at the places near you here.

Get behind the scenes

A carving from 1642 when Tattershall was a Royalist Guarrison during the English Civil War — An etching of 'James Gibson 1642', who could have been a member of the castle garrison.

The secrets and mysteries of historical graffiti in Lincolnshire

Discover the stories and mysteries of the historical graffiti marks, seen at some of our Lincolnshire places.

Scratch under the surface of our historic buildings in Lincolnshire

A costumed volunteer picks vegetables for visitors — Workhouse vegetables freshly picked by a pauper

Fancy starting something new?

Make friends, learn new skills, and be part of bringing history to life by volunteering with us.

Get involved here

Places to visit

The Manorviewed from the North Orchard on a frosty early morning in December. A cut out astronaut can be seen in the North Orchard barn.

Houses

A humble manor house, Victorian institution, medieval castle, and grand hall and mansion, all waiting to be discovered.

The Dutch garden at Belton House early morning mist in the winter

Gardens

Whether the gardens are small, grand or walled there is always something new to see.

A very frosty morning in the gardens and by Statue walk at Belton House

Outdoors

Explore woodlands, parkland, pleasure grounds and estates to discover the many hidden delights.

girl in pink wellies walking in muddy woodkand — Get out and get muddy

What's on in Lincolnshire and South Nottinghamshire

There are lots of exciting activities and events happening for you to experience.

See what's on

Volunteers prepare flowers for a special event at Woolsthorpe Manor — From Science Centre guides to special events, our volunteers make all the difference

Volunteering in Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire

If you've promised yourself new challenges this year, check out the range of volunteering opportunities at the places we care for in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire.

Volunteer in Lincolnshire or Nottinghamshire

Visit Midlands

Situated in the heart of England, the Midlands offers a huge variety of landscapes and places to enjoy and explore.

Visit the Midlands