 Lincolnshire
Trent Aegir
See under North Lincolnshire for more information including a description of the best viewing in 2005.
Gainsborough Old Hall
A large timber-framed medieval house near to the River Trent dating back to the 15th century. Originally a 13th Century manor house stood here, none of which remains today. Its main attractions are its magnificent Great Hall and strong brick tower. Famous guests include King Richard lll in 1483 and King Henry Vlll in 1541. The Hall is managed by English Heritage.
There is a very informative audio tour that is provided as part of the entrance ticket and also a cafe.
Address: Parnell Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Tel: 01427 612669
Open Weekdays: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: 2pm - 5.30pm (Closed in winter months)
Admission: Charge
Website: http://gainsborougholdhall.freewebspace.com/
Model Railway Museum
Florence Terrace, Gainsborough
Experience this spectacular model railway, with trains of yesteryear, all running to a strict timetable. The Model Railway Museum has a fine scale model layout of Kings Cross and other East Coast mainline stations.
This is no ordinary model railway, but a truly remarkable product of the model makers art.
The building of the present railway commenced in 1953, and has now become one of the largest 'O' gauge model railways of its kind in the country.
Based on the East Coast Main Line from London Kings Cross to Leeds Central, the railway covers 2500 square feet, has over 1200 feet of main line track and needs ten operators.
Open one day a week and most Bank Holidays so please check first.
www.gainsmodelrailway.ik.com
Gainsborough Riverside Walk
This Walk is part of flood defence works carried out in 2000. The walk alongside the River has several pieces of sculpture, a cafe, art gallery (open the latter half of each week) and regeneration of the old maltings.
Each year the Annual Riverside Festival takes place here.
Torksey Lock
The new British Waterways visitor centre at Torksey Lock, at the junction of the Fossdyke Canal and the Trent in Lincolnshire. The Centre contains an interactive working model of Torksey Lock specifically designed to appeal to children, and information panels explaining the history of the Fossdyke Canal, the wildlife that can be found along it and the leisure opportunities available.
For opening times visit www.waterscape.com, look at the ntoiceboard at Torksey Lock or call 01636 704481
Admission Free
Car parking £1.00 | 
