USEFUL LINKS
Lincolnshire is one of the most beautiful counties.
Close to the historic town of Epworth west bank of the River Trent, 9 miles from Gainsborough, Owston Ferry provides a peaceful and secluded spots to base a short stay!
Only 10 miles away from Yorkshire Wildlife Park and Doncaster Races.
40 minutes from the City of Lincioln
Here are a few resources to help you plan your visit!
THE OLD RECTORY, EPWORTH
www.epwortholdrectory.org.uk
Explore the house with one of the knowledgeable Old Rectory tour guides, learning about the life of the Wesley family when they lived in the 18th century. You can explore the gardens, including the Physic Garden, based on John Wesley’s book of home remedies, Primitive Physic. You can also visit the shop with its wide range of Methodist books and souvenirs.
ST MARTIN’S CHURCH, OWSTON FERRY
www.owstonferrychurch.uk
The earliest reference to a church in Owston Ferry is circa 1150 CE. As none of the present fabric dates before 1280, there must have been an earlier building on the site. The site itself is within the inner bailey of the “Motte and Bailey” castle which formerly stood there.
A triple archway was built in 1859 at the entrance to the avenue of trees leading to the church. The Lychgate at the entrance to the churchyard was erected in 1911 and has a memorial inscription.
Within the churchyard on the right hand side look for the headstone of Anne Keet. You can read her story and find out more about the church in the Notes For Visitors booklet available in the church compiled by Rev. A J Rhodes.
THE OLD SMITHY MUSEUM, OWSTON FERRY
www.owston-ferry.co.uk
Today, a museum, the building has been expanded and displays photos of the past and the present village day life. It is an ideal place to visit for clubs and small school groups and anyone interested in local history and local family history.
Inside, there is also a large range of vintage hand tools and small implements from farming days gone by.
THE CITY OF LINCOLN
https://www.visitlincoln.com/
Lincoln is a city in the English East Midlands. It’s known for the medieval Lincoln Cathedral, with early printed books in a Wren-designed library. Lincoln Castle houses a Victorian prison and a copy of the Magna Carta. The Museum of Lincolnshire Life has social history exhibits in Victorian barracks. The Collection is a museum displaying local archaeology. Nearby, the Usher Gallery has works by Turner and Lowry.
YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE PARK
https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/
The UK’s No.1 walkthrough wildlife experience
A truly wild day out in Yorkshire!
Built on a former riding school and small farm attraction, Yorkshire Wildlife Park has come along way since opening in April 2009. Now a dynamic centre for conservation and welfare, the park has over 250 animals with over 45 different species.
OWSTON FERRY FISHERIES
owstonferryfisheries.vpweb.co.uk
This is a new fishing venue to accomodate pleasure anglers and match fishermen, located within the Isle of Axholme, Owston Ferry, which borders North Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire.
The venue is alongside the wharping drain river consisting of 2 lakes side by side in the form of kidney beans back to back which gives them a little character.
Each angler can drive to each and every peg (26 pegs) which are also concreted for stability. Each lake also has an underwater island for the fish to come up and feed within the warmer waters.
The location is open arrable land and is very tranquil with lots of wild life and plenty of fish including Mirror Carp, Golden Rudd, Coarse Fish.
All natural baits to be used.
TROLLEY BUS MUSEUM, SANTOFT
https://sandtoft.org/wp
There’s lots to do, making the Trolleybus Museum at Sandtoft a great family day out for all ages!
It’s not just old buses – we have a Toy Museum, a Cycle Shop Museum, a replica pre-fab home, play areas for the youngsters, a Lecture Theatre/Cinema showing videos and our Tea Trolley Cafe. We have a reputation for friendliness and good value – check out the reviews our visitors give us on Google Maps and Trip Advisor.