Local Attractions
Planning your day is all part of the fun of a holiday for any family or group. However, it can become a challenge for parents and carers of those with special needs. Tolerance in a non judgemental manner can often be an ideal but is rarely a reality. The stresses on parents and carers when planning holiday trips can be daunting and we understand this only too well.
Visitors tell us that the pace of life here is just ideal. There is plenty to see and to do, but there are seldom any queues at local attractions. Even in the high summer, you can still find miles of solitary beaches, where you can relax and enjoy so much open space.
With feedback from our visitors, we have put together a selection of just some of the local attractions in our region. Places that show tolerance and respect for all individuals.
Within 20 minutes drive from The Thomas Centre
Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway
Climb aboard for a journey along the seafront at Cleethorpes, on one of Britain’s oldest seaside miniature railways.
Rushmoor County Farm Park
Nearby at North Cockerington, visitors have all come back full of praise for the low key, but personal approach taken by the owners and staff of this animal farm.
Cadwell Park – Motor Sports
If you’re a motorcycle or motor sports enthusiast, especially vintage motor sports, this is a “must do” visit. Check their events diary to see what is on when you are visiting us.
Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre
Follow your visit to Grimsby with a great Fish & Chip lunch or tea at Steels or Papas in Cleethorpes, and you will be fully “fished out”! Great menus available.
Lincolnshire Wolds Railway
Really popular for steam and diesel train fans of all ages, with lots of access to the trains. Run by a band of volunteers, trains run on alternate Sundays during summer.
Hubbards Hills Louth
Set in 32 acres of beautiful parkland, surrounded by trees with a lovely shallow stream running through the middle.
The Wragby Conifer Maze
Traditional conifer hedge maze established in 1996, good old fashioned fun for all. Lots of other games for children and adults too.
St. James’ Church, Louth
If you are interested in church architecture a visit to St James’ Church is a must, it has one of the highest spires in the UK.
Within 30 minutes to 1 hours drive from The Thomas Centre (dependant on traffic)
Rand Park Farm
A large-scale farm park and a great “stopping off” point if planning a visit to Lincoln. Lots of activities both indoor and outdoor so it doesnt matter about the weather.
Lincoln Cathedral
See if you can spot the famous Lincoln Imp or look for Fossils in the Nave floor. The Cathedral was also used as the setting for the filming of the “De Vinci Code”.
Lincoln Castle
Built by William the Conqueror in 1068, with lots to see and do. Walk round the medieval walls, see inside a Victorian prison or view the historic Magna Carta.
Market Rasen Racecourse
A country racecourse with lots of spaces for car park picnics, good catering facilities on site and great views of the races from all parts of the course.