Made In England

Whether it's a short stroll or a 26 mile hike – the new Spires & Steeples trail from Lincoln to Sleaford has something for everyone.

Spires & Steeples takes in the beauty of the Lincolnshire landscape from fen land to heaths, via picturesque woodlands and flowing streams as it winds its ways from village to village, church to church.

Find out about local history along the way, visit country pubs and walk through a variety of enchanting landscapes.

From red brick villages to hamlets of limestone cottages, the trail has much to offer. Don't fear if you aren't a seasoned walker – you can do as much or as little as you like.

Along the route are many fascinating art works, from the modern to the more traditional.

Nocton sundial by Jane Harrison artNK

In Nocton, a beautiful sundial crafted from stainless steel punctures the air. Whereas in Dorrington traditional wood carved water features can be found, reflecting the Saxon history of the village.

Throughout the trail, mosaics are a recurring theme. In Branston, the local community has chosen to depict their history through a 20 foot beautiful mosaic.

A Walk through Time

From Prime Ministers to Henry VIII, from World War Two through to Saxon Chieftains, the trail is also bursting with history and anecdotes old and new, local and national, all making the trail a fascinating experience.

To celebrate the new trail, a weekend full of events is taking place over May Day Bank Holiday.

Spires & Steeples has been developed in partnership by North Kesteven District Council, North Kesteven Local Strategic Partnership, Lincolnshire County Council, artsNK and Leisure Connection, working closely with Parish Councils and local groups.

Your contributions

A new booklet is being put together about literature along the new Spires & Steeples Arts and Heritage Trail – and your contributions are wanted!

Do you know of a poem about the local area? Have you seen an unusual inscription on a tombstone along the route? Do you know of a novel that is set in the charming Lincolnshire countryside?

The deadline for entries to be put forward for selection is Tuesday July 15th. Send them to: 

Lynn Parker, Words Worker
artsNK, Third Floor
The Hub
Navigation Wharf
Sleaford NG34 7TW

Or email lynn.parker@leisureconnection.co.uk