EXPLORE THE LOCAL AREA
We’ve got a football goal, games in the barn, alpacas to feed and hammocks to swing in, but if you fancy a day trip or a local activity here are a few things our guests have recommended.
STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING
Spend some time on the water with Phil and Yellowbelly SUP, our local paddleboarding school. Whatever your standard or ability, enjoy the fastest growing recreational sport of the last decade on a nearby waterway.
ARK Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
A 20 minute drive away in Stickney is the Ark Wildlife Park. It’s not a zoo but a sanctuary for rescued animals. Your kids can pet and feed some of the creatures and we hear it’s a great place for a picnic. There’s also a dino section with cool go karts and a big play area, too.
THE BOSTON STUMP
The iconic St Botolph’s Church needs decent fitness to climb, but the views are outstanding.
EVENTS AT THE BEONNA
The Beonna at All Saints is a unique venue for cultural events in East Lincolnshire. Experience live music and dance in incredible surroundings.
HEAD TO THE BEACH
The Lincolnshire coastline north of Skegness is a popular destination for our guests. Straight, sandy beaches and dunes invite a lovely Summer splash, and endless cafes and pubs make for a great day out. We recommend Anderby Creek, it has a couple of eateries, a Cloud Observatory and parking (and loos) near the beach
THINGS TO DO WITH THE KIDS
MILLER’s wood play village
Miller’s Wood Role Play Village is an outdoor, life like village on a small scale, designed to ignite your children’s imagination. Each area has been created to encourage purposeful play. Children can explore and discover different role play situations based on their own firsthand experiences, helping them to make sense of the world.
(We haven’t personally visited Miller’s Wood, this is a word of mouth recommendation from a past guest)
TAKE A BIKE RIDE
Big Sky is around 200 metres away from the passing National Cycle Route 1, on the section known as the Water Rail Trail. There’s a paved bike alongside the River Witham heading into Boston, and some guests have even cycled to Lincoln and back on quiet roads.
APPLETREE SPLASH ZONE
On really hot days water is the answer! Less than a ten minute drive from Big Sky Hideaway is a resort called Appletree and they have a splash zone for kids, which we hear is free to use as long as parents sit at the adjacent cafe and buy a drink. There’s also a golf course and driving range here.