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Louth and Lincoln Christmas Markets
Louth Christmas Market
2008 Sunday 30th November
The weekend before the Lincoln Christmas
market there is a one day market in Louth which is well worth visiting.
Around 100 stalls are expected and the usual hot toddys and Father Christmas are
all sure to make this a roaring success.
Don't expect the vast crowds of the city
market but visitors are sure to receive a welcome which will surpass its city
neighbour. All proceeds to charity which is organised by Lions and local
rotary .
Time from 10 am (get in early to get a
parking space)
Louth Christmas Market Top
Tips -
Have a cup of tea or a meal at Perkins
Pantry or Chuzzlewits Tea Rooms
Warm fire and Ale at the Masons Arms, Whyte
Swan or Wheatsheaf
Eating out in Louth - You're spoilt
for choice. Try Serendipity for a 7 course taster menu, Woolpack Pub for
traditional English grub with super Lincolnshire produce, Mr Chips for melt in
the mouth haddock and chips or Tai Pan for excellent Chinese food. There
are also 2 Turkish restaurants, 2 Indians, 2 Italians and a Thai restaurant.
Don't forget the shops - Forbes
boutique, Dragonfly and Eves and Ranshaw are not to be missed Stay weekend self catering at All
Seasons - Its in the top 10 in England and self catering holiday of the year for
the East Midlands in 2006 - 2007 Get
out and do some walking - excellent walks along the canal or around Louth and
into the Wolds for some stunning views. Do not miss a walk along Westgate fields
and into Hubbards Hills. For an
exceptional meal drive to Covenham and eat at the Millhouse. This stunning
thatched property from 16th century has been transformed into a modern
restaurant with an exciting menu for a truly memorable lunch or diner. The
salads are fantastic but the portions are gigantic so ensure you finish off your
meal with a walk around the village as you'll be stuffed. (After lunch why not
drive up to the reservoir and have a breezy stroll along the waters edge, the
views are wonderful)
Lincoln Christmas Market
2008 Thurs
4th to Sun 7th December 2008
Thursday 4th
December 4pm - 9:30pm
Friday 5th December 10am - 9:30pm
Saturday 6th December 10am - 9:30pm
Sunday 7th December 10am - 7pm
Thought to be the biggest market of its
type in Europe, visitors can expect to find a mix of quality hand-crafted goods,
gifts, locally produced specialist foods and entertainment, set against the
backdrop of Lincoln's magnificent cathedral and castle.
For those seeking distinctive Christmas gifts, shoppers should take time to
explore the multitude of craft stalls.
With everything from ceramics and woodcarvings, to glassware, jewellery, wooden
toys, sculptures, mirrors and hand-wrought iron, there are ample opportunities
to find that special gift.
Visitors should find something for every taste and budget. Some stalls are
unique to Lincoln and Lincolnshire; others travel the globe to trade at
Lincoln's Christmas Market.
Lincoln Christmas Market Top
Tips -
Lincoln has 1/4 million visitors so why
not stay in Louth just 50 minutes away? Stay the weekend self catering at All
Seasons or have a midweek break and catch the opening Thursday.
Ensure you see the Cathedral - one of
Europes finest gothic cathedrals
Visit the castle and take in the
Magna Carta
Don't forget the Collection and Ushers
Gallery
Accommodation for Lincoln Christmas Market
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Mon 1st December 4 Nights |
1 Bedroom Penthouse - £230 |
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Mon 1st December 4 Nights |
1 Bedroom 4 Star Double
- £260 |
| Lincoln Christmas Market Mid Week Break |
Mon 1st December 4 Nights |
1 Bedroom 5 Star Twin - £290 |
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Mon 1st December 4 Nights |
2 Bedroom Twin and Double -
£390 |
| Lincoln Christmas Market Mid Week Break |
Mon 1st December 4 Nights |
3 Bedroom 2x Doubles + 1 twin
- £540 |
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| Lincoln Christmas Market Weekend
Break |
Fri 5th December 3 Nights |
1 Bedroom Penthouse - £230 |
| Lincoln Christmas Market Weekend
Break |
Fri 5th December 3 Nights |
1 Bedroom 4 Star Double
- £260 |
| Lincoln Christmas Market Weekend
Break |
Fri 5th December 3 Nights |
1 Bedroom 5 Star Twin - £290 |
| Lincoln Christmas Market Weekend
Break |
Fri 5th December 3 Nights |
2 Bedroom Twin and Double -
£390 |
| Lincoln Christmas Market Weekend
Break |
Fri 5th December 3 Nights |
3 Bedroom 2x Doubles + 1 twin
- £540 |
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supplement to pay at All Seasons for staying during the Lincoln Christmas
market, all prices quoted above are our standard prices |
Dates to remember:-
Lincoln Christmas Market 2007 - December
6th, 7th, 8th and 9th
Lincoln
Christmas Market 2008 - December 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th
Lincoln xmas market is sure to busy so book your
accommodation now to avoid disappointment and get to one of Europes finest
Christmas markets in 2008
For more information contact:
Christmas Market Enquiry Line Tel: 01522 873400
The 2006 Lincoln Christmas Market
It all started 24 years ago with the first
Lincoln Christmas Market in 1982 being a somewhat modest affair by
today's standard.
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From
those days of a few stalls in Castle Square, the market now takes over
most of the Cathedral Quarter of Lincoln. In fact, there were just 14
stalls then, compared to well over 300 now.
For some,
it's the most important event in the City's calendar as it brings over
150,000 visitors to Lincoln. These visitors often return at other times
in the year when they realise what Lincoln has to offer.
Traveling to Lincoln and parking during the market:
Remember
to listen to BBC Radio Lincolnshire 94.9 FM, 104.7 FM or 1368 AM for all
the latest travel and traffic news as you approach the city.
Advice when at the market:
- On safety grounds, dogs are not allowed (except guide/hearing
dogs) in the Christmas Market area.
- Due to heavy crowds and cobbled streets, pushchairs, buggies, and
wheeled shopping trolleys are not recommended.
- Most of the Market is outdoors and December can be cold and
damp so dress appropriately, and make sure you take regular warm
drinks and food, especially if diabetic.
- The walk between the Market area and the city centre is via the
appropriately named Steep Hill. A shuttle bus does operate between
the two but its capacity is limited.
- There is a one way system operating in Lincoln Castle (see map
below).
Those
with mobility difficulties are reminded that the Market takes place on
the cobbled streets of uphill Lincoln, with uneven surfaces in a number
of areas. Ramps are provided in the Castle to aid access.
The
Market can be very crowded with visitors, particularly on Saturday and
Sunday. A visit to the Market on Thursday evening or Friday may make
your experience more enjoyable.
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Link to Lincoln
Christmas Market Information
Links to Lincoln Christmas Market websites
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Christmas Market Travel Information
During the period of Lincoln's Christmas
Market visitor numbers swell with thousands journeying to see the
largest Christmas Market of its type in Europe. We have all the travel
information you need here... |
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By Rail:
Some additional services and special trains operate
during the market. Contact National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950 for
timetable information. The railway station is in the High Street quarter
and it is a 15 minutes walk up Steep Hill to the Christmas Market.
By Car:
Follow the signs to Lincoln and pick up the yellow
signs for "Christmas Market cars" on all main approach roads.
Parking is extremely difficult in the Christmas Market area and is it is
recommended that all visitors use the dedicated park and ride service
located at the Lincolnshire Showground on the north side of the City,
just off the A15.
By Bus:
Buses operate on a continuous 'fill-up-and-go' basis
dropping off and collecting from the Museum of Lincolnshire Life on the
edge of the Christmas Market.
Buses begin 30 minutes before the market opens and
the last bus is 30 minutes after the market closes.
Cost £8.00 per car, irrespective of numbers of
passengers.
Disabled Park and Ride
There is no disabled parking in the immediate
vicinity of the Market but a dedicated disabled park and ride service is
available at the main park and ride site entry to which is on production
of a valid blue badge. Follow signs for "disabled parking" to
the Lincolnshire Showground, and special tail-lift buses adapted for
wheel chair use provide the onward journey to and from the Market. Blue
badge holders may also use the regular park and ride bus service if
able.
The disabled park and ride times are as above, and
the Market drop off and pick up point is on Rasen Lane opposite the
Museum of Lincolnshire Life.
Cost £5.00 per car on display of a valid blue badge.
Those with mobility difficulties are reminded that
the Market takes place on the cobbled streets of uphill Lincoln, with
uneven surfaces in a number of areas. Ramps are provided in the Castle
to aid access.
The Market can be very crowded with visitors,
particularly on Saturdays and Sundays. A visit to the Market on Thursday
evening or Friday may make your experience more enjoyable.
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Things you didn't know about the
Christmas Market
As anyone who visits the Christmas Market
knows, the event is huge. We have some facts you may not know and will
be amazed when you find out: Discover more here. |
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Take a look at our interesting
facts listed below:
- Number of visitors - 160,000 - 180,000.
- Meters of temporary flooring - 3,190 metres (over two
miles!!).
- Number of local stalls - 115
- Number of stalls overall - Over 300.
- Number of coaches visiting the 2004 event - 799.
- The number of cars using the Park and Ride service - 9436.
- Number of electric sockets installed especially - 498.
- Hours taken to install all the electrics - 830.
- The number of Reindeers on the Santa's Express ride - 8.
- Number of days spent organising - 365!!! (a whole year).
- It's the 25th Christmas Market in 2006, which is a huge
achievement.
- The Lincoln Christmas Market began in 1982 with just 14
stalls.
- About 30,000 leaflets are distributed to let people
know about the market.
- The market generates around £10 million for the local
economy.
- It is one of the biggest of its kind in Europe.
- There will be several new stores this year.
- The Lincoln Christmas Market takes its inspiration from
its German twin-town of Neustadt an der Weinstrasse.
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