Local Area

Lowfields is situated between the villages of North Scarle and Eagle and to the south-west is the city of Lincoln and to the north-east the market town of Newark, both steeped in their own history and the villages are not without their own history too.

North Scarle is the nearest village and offers The White Hart Public House for refreshments, which at one time had a right of way through the middle, used by the villagers when the road flooded until the Landlord contributed to the cost of having a bridge built across Mill Dam Dyke. The Church of All Saints dates back to the 12thCentury, possibly replacing a wooden structure, when it was given to the Knights Templar by Henry II, but by its name ‘Scarle’ evidence shows it was possibly here during the time of the Anglo-Saxons. Oliver Cromwell was reported to have set up camp with soldiers on his way from Lincoln to Gainsborough in July 1643 and the rise of Methodism bought John Wesley to the village on his way from Gainsborough.

Today, North Scarle is a pleasant village with a playing field and play area, post office and The White Hart all within easy walking distance of Lowfields.

Eagle too, has a similar long history being part of a triangle, with North Scarle and Swinderby. Today it offers us a well-stocked Post Office and General Store and The Strugglers Public House. There is also a park with a very well equipped children’s play area. For those that like to walk, a footpath leads from Lowfields across the fields, arriving in Eagle by the Church.

Below is a brief summary of places of interest/activities in our local area:

Within 5 miles:

• Collingham – Supermarket, One-Stop, Butchers, Hairdressers, Post Office, Doctor’s Surgery,
• Pharmacy, Dentist and Vetinary Surgery
• Besthorpe – Nature Reserve at River Trent
• Whisby Nature Park and The Natural World Centre
• Whisby Garden Centre – Cafe and Weekend Car Boot
• Doddington Hall – Elizabethan Manor, Farm Shop and Restaurant
• Pennels Garden Centre and Restaurant
• Daisy Maid – Home made ice cream

Other Local Attractions

• Southwell Minister (12th Century Minister)
• Southwell Racecourse
• The Workhouse at Southall (National Trust)
• Thoresby Park Courtyard (Retail & Multi-Arts venue)
• Sherwood Visitor Centre (Major Oak)
• Clumber Park (National Trust)
• Rufford Park
• Japanese Garden & Meditation Centre
• Newark Air Museum
• Woodside Wildlife & Falconry Park
• Gainsborough Old Hall – Medieval Manor House
• Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre
• Cogglesford Mill, Sleaford
• The HUB at Sleaford – Arts and Crafts
• Lincoln Christmas Market
• Hemswell Antique Centre

Sporting Attractions

• Riding Stables
• Golf and Driving Range
• Newark Indoor Bowling Centre
• Water Skiing
• Learn to Play Polo

Market town of Newark

The market town of Newark was established as a town during the 10th Century and today is well-known for its links to the Civil War, Robin Hood and Antiques. The Castle has been at the heart of the town for many centuries and as a royalist stronghold played an important role during the Civil War. Finally, surrendering in 1646 the command by Oliver Cromwell to destroy the castle was never fully obeyed and today the remaining walls enclose a recently refurbished Victorian Garden complete with Band Stand where summer concerts are held.

The market square is of great interest too, with many historical buildings, a variety of well-known shops, boutiques and a traditional market on most days. Newark’s Palace Theatre also provides a wide varied programme of live entertainment and cinema films.

For Robin Hood fans a 30 mile trail starts from the Castle and takes in 10 sites associated with the legendary hero around the county of Nottinghamshire. If browsing for Antiques is of interest then there are shops, auctions, market stalls and the nearby Newark Showground is host to the International Antiques Fair six times a year.

City of Lincoln

The City of Lincoln can be seen well before arriving as the historical Castle and Cathedral dominate the skyline, a magnificent sight. It is a city that has much to offer the visitor shopping, heritage, great places to eat or just enjoy a cup of coffee.

The historical Cathedral Quarter, overlooking the city, is dotted with Roman remains and there is a dedicated walk offering the opportunity to explore all the points of interest. Visitors exploring this area of Steep Hill and Bailgate, with its specialist shops and boutiques, will be shopping in exactly the same place as the Romans whose forum was built here almost 2000 years ago.

Going down Steep Hill you pass the Cultural Quarter with its Theatre and Museums, and onto the main shopping centre, with its mix of old and new buildings, incorporating all the well-known shops and plenty of places to eat and drink. As well as looking at the shops though, take time to stroll along by the river which runs through the centre leading out into Brayford Pool and Marina. Here you will find a floating restaurant and a good choice of bars and cafes with outside seating to enjoy the view.