A countryside retreat just not far outside Lincoln can be found at Hanworth Country Park, where there are a wide range of holiday homes and lodges available on-site. Enjoy the peaceful countryside views from the comfort of your own hot tub, or outside on the veranda furniture. When it's time to venture out, it’s only a short drive into the centre of Lincoln and the east coast beaches. 

Whist their lodges come with gorgeous contemporary kitchens, well-equipped for whatever meal is on the menu plan for your holiday, Haworth Country Park has a club house on-site. Whether it's their range of light meals you're going for, or just a drink to admire the views with - it's definitely worth making use of. And if you're looking for something to do before your meal, on-site fishing is also available. So, get your rods at the ready and see what you can catch!

The perfect holiday accommodation should come with plenty of little luxuries, so the Lakeside VIP lodge is a great option! Sleeping up to seven people over three bedrooms (one double with en-suite, one twin and a triple bunk room), it's ideal for large families, wh ist the open plan kitchen, living area and diner provides plenty of extra space to get together.

Enjoy the weather by relaxing outside on the veranda, where outdoor furniture and your own private hot tub are great to admire the view overlooking the lake. But if the weather turns, there's no need to worry, as Wi-Fi is included, as well as a flatscreen television with Freesat to find a film on! There's also a pet friendly version of the lakeside VIP lodge for those waiting any four-legged friend along too (for an extra charge).

The lodges at Hanworth Country Park also make a great base to come back to after a day’s exploring in Lincoln. Head to Lincoln castle, for example, home to an original 1215 Magna Carta! There's plenty to keep guests busy at The Castle; from walking the medieval Wall to exploring the towers and dungeons, to discovering the stows of the convicts who resided in the Victorian prison - Downtown Abbey and Call the Midwife fans might even recognise some areas in the prison, which was used as a filming location for both television series!

Any guests staying at the pet friendly version of the Lakeside VIP lodge should also check the Lincoln castle website ahead of their visit to find out the dates for dog friendly days at The Castle to explore history with their canine companion.

Premier VIP lodges at Hanworth country park are great for housing the whole family, and Lincoln offers plenty for them to do aside from exploring The Castle! When they need to let off some steam, why not have a go at a Lincoln

Mystery trail? Kids aged 6 and up can become detectives for the day as they work their way around Lincoln’s Cathedral quarter and solve the murder mystery! The trail pack is available to purchase and download online, and at a 1.5 mile 'loop' trail, it’s a brilliant way to explore the city and see even more places you might want to visit on your holiday! But those travelling with adults (or any brave children!) who fancy something on the more thrilling side of things, should also check out Lincoln ghost walks. 

Families or groups travelling with slightly order children (ten and up) should team up for a challenge at Escape Lincoln, where everyone will have to chip in and get involved to help find the key to unlock the door to your room before your sixty minutes are up!

Whether you're a brave group wanting to try your hand at the Lincoln chainsaw massacre room or prefer the more magical side to things and choose to play the magic emporium room, it's a brilliant and unique way to spend time with friends and family. You're sure to have plenty of stories to tell when you get home!