Things to do in Gainsborough - Have Fun

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Discover lots of things to do in Gainsborough!

Why not tie in your visit with one of the many events taking place in and around the town? There’s lots of great things to do in Gainsborough as well as the surrounding area.

Why not visit some of our great places to visit while you’re here? You can also find great places to shop, eat and drink.

Discover history and heritage, explore the great outdoors or enjoy a day out at one of our top family attractions including Rand Farm Park and Wild Pines Park. You can also find an abundance of fishing lakes plus an exquisite 18 hole golf course at Thonock Park. You also find Lincolnshire’s only racecourse just 30 minutes drive away. Market Rasen Racecourse is one of the friendliest places in the country to watch jump racing, with events held throughout the year.

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**The next Farmers’ and Craft Market will take place on Saturday 9 December 2023. Meet Santa plus get ready for Christmas with our range of festive traders. Find out more here**

**Come Discover Gainsborough this Christmas and find great things to see and do this Christmas with a programme of festive events, plus a range of nearby attractions and countryside walks. Find out more here**

To see what else is happening take a look at the full calendar. West Lindsey also have a regular newsletter promoting events in the area. To sign up a regular newsletter click here.

Calendar of events across the West Lindsey District

What’s On at Trinity Arts Centre

What’s On at the Lincolnshire Showground

What’s on in the Lincolnshire Wolds

Old Nick Theatre

Home to Gainsborough Theatre Company, an award-winning local amateur theatre group in the heart of Lincolnshire with live music and entertaining shows.

Have Fun | Live Entertainment / Films

Play World

Come and enjoy the fun whatever the weather with 3 levels of activity frame, astra slide and more! Separate under 4s and dedicated baby area also available. Cafe also on site.

Have Fun | Attractions

Trinity Arts Centre

What’s On

Find a fantastic programme of live theatre performances to your favourite blockbuster films at Trinity Arts Centre in Gainsborough.

Have Fun | Live Entertainment / Films

Gainsborough Old Hall

Built in 1460, Gainsborough Old Hall is one of the best-preserved medieval manor houses in Britain and hosts a variety of events and exhibitions all year round.

Visit | History & Heritage
Have Fun | Attractions

Broadbent Theatre

A local theatre company with a big heart. Broadbent Theatre has a great reputation and one of the best small theatres in the UK. Operated by Lindsey Rural Players.

Have Fun | Live Entertainment / Films

Gainsborough Heritage Centre

Set inside an early 20th Century Post Office, Gainsborough Heritage Centre houses the town’s significant collection of industrial and domestic artefacts, displays and exhibitions.

Visit | History & Heritage
Have Fun | Attractions

Gainsborough Model Railway

See one of the largest hand-built model railways depicting the East Coast Main Line from Kings Cross to Leeds Central. This is no ordinary model railway, but a truly remarkable product of the model maker’s art.

Visit | History & Heritage
Have Fun | Attractions

Crafts ‘n’ Coffee

Craft courses and workshops including fused glass, stained glass, fabric crafts, wood crafts, traditional upholstery and much more. Shop also on site selling handmade craft items by local people in and around Gainsborough.

Shop | General Retail, Gifts
Have Fun | Attractions

Walking and Cycling

From town trails to countryside walking – there’s plenty to explore including the rolling hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds; just under an hours drive from Gainsborough.

Have Fun | Walking

West Lindsey Leisure Centre

Find all the facilities you need to stay active and have fun. Featuring state-of-the-art equipment, two pools and a great group exercise programme.

Have Fun | Gyms

Thonock Park

An exquisite 18-hole golf course, perfect for a relaxed evening round. Gainsborough is renowned as one of Europe’s most significant golfing destinations.

Have Fun | Golf

A drawing of a person driving a race kart

Race Kart Centre

Enjoy a day out on the tracks! Whether it’s a family day out or a get together with the lads, no matter the reason, the Race Kart Centre have you covered with a wide choice of karting sessions.

Have Fun | Attractions

Burton Waters Day Boat Hire

Relax and unwind whilst meandering along the tranquil setting of Lincoln’s Fossdyke Canal. Travel to the Historic Lincoln City, or go in the opposite direction to Torksey to enjoy the open countryside.

Have Fun | Attractions

Market Rasen Golf Club

Market Rasen is a challenging, picturesque heathland course with many natural hazards including the River Rase, which flows through the course.

Have Fun | Golf

Market Rasen Racecourse

Have a great day out at the races at Lincolnshire’s one and only stunning racecourse at Market Rasen. Only 30 minutes from Gainsborough.

Have Fun | Horse-riding

Swan Lodge Night Caistor Lakes photo by Jigsaw Photography Ltd

Caistor Lakes and Leisure Park

A multi award-winning leisure park set within 7 acres of countryside in the picturesque Lincolnshire Wolds with Adult Only touring pitches, luxury lodges, holiday homes, fishing lakes and onsite restaurant.

Stay | Lodges & Glamping, Camping & Caravan Sites
Have Fun | Fishing

Caistor Equestrian Centre

A beautiful purpose built establishment sitting in grounds of over 30 acres in the North Lincolnshire Wolds specialising in all aspects of riding.

Have Fun | Horse-riding

Wold View Fisheries & Leisure Park

Everything you for a relaxing stay in a beautiful and tranquil setting. These luxury lodges offer open plan living with modern amenities.

Stay | Lodges & Glamping
Have Fun | Fishing

Woodside Wildlife Park

Get hands-on access to some exciting animals! With over 50 different species there’s lots to see and learn! Approximately 30 minutes from Gainsborough.

Have Fun | Zoos & Animal Parks

Rand Farm Park

Enjoy a fun-filled family day out to see and pet farm animals along with a wide range of exciting activities. Visit whatever the weather. Just 30 minutes from Gainsborough.

Have Fun | Zoos & Animal Parks

Bransby Horses

One of the UK’s largest equine welfare charities, Bransby Horses is a great day out for the whole family, with award-winning facilities including children’s play park and picnic area. Just eight miles from Lincoln.

Have Fun | Zoos & Animal Parks

Hall Farm Park

Set on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, find lots of things to see and do giving visitors a unique experience. Approximately 30 minutes from Gainsborough.

Have Fun | Zoos & Animal Parks

Wild Pines Park

One of the UK largest rope courses in the UK. Wild Pines Park offers you the chance for a unique and adventurous day out in the trees.

Have Fun | Attractions

A boy hanging from a zip wire at Wild Pines Park.

Claxby Fishery

If you fancy fishing, Claxby Fishery is approximately half an hour from Gainsborough. The Fishery consists of three ponds well stocked with a variety of fish.

Have Fun | Fishing

Wold View Fisheries & Leisure Park

Dropping off the top of the Wolds, find an almost secret and forgotten valley with a group of established fishing lakes including stunning new accommodation.

Have Fun | Fishing

Go Ape

A Go Ape experience with a stately backdrop at Normanby Hall. We offer a Treetop Adventure for little adventurers, or Treetop Challenge for something a bit more adventurous. The Challenge course will test you, whilst the Adventure course is higher than our other locations!

Have Fun | Attractions