Glamp-in-Style
UK England East Midlands Lincolnshire Horncastle
It's easy to see the beauty of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The rise and fall of North-East England's chalky landscape give the place a rural sereneness where a young poet-to-be Alfred Tennyson spent his childhood rambling through the countryside. Clad in a pair of classic 19th-century walking boots, for him, like many others, it is a uniquely inspiring place.
Set in the 16-acre grounds of Fircombe Hall, Glamp-in-Style is, as the name suggests, an altogether more modern way to enjoy the scenery. This campsite's canvas abodes come in the form of large, pre-pitched safari tents, divided inside into a number of different rooms. Luxury shower room with proper flushing loos. Each bed room has its own comfy beds and furnishings. Open plan large living area in the front and a veranda you can open up to the outside world. There's a campfire pit and BBQ for late night marshmallow sessions and ample space in the meadow beyond for little ones to play safely.
On the edge of the village of Tetford, the site is known not only for the enticing footpaths and walking opportunities but also the quiet country roads and bridleways. As a result the campsite also offers 'Glamp-in-Equine-Style' holidays where you can bring along your own horse to ride. Trundle here with your horse-box and you can graze your horse in the campsite's neighbouring meadow before enjoying the scenery on four feet rather than two.
The historic county capital of Lincoln is within easy driving distance, while the coast and seaside towns of Skegness and Cleethorpes are also less than an hour away. Throw in the villages of the Lincolnshire Wolds, the county wildlife park and National Trust-owned Gunby Hall & Gardens and you'll find there's plenty to keep you busy. So much to do, so little time!
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Facilities
All 3 safari tents have separate double, twin and cabin rooms equipped with full adult size beds, bed linen, quilts, pillows and throws. Integral shower room with handbasin, flushing toilet and hot and cold running water. The kitchen area has gas oven, hob and grill, sink and all the cutlery, crockery and utensils you need. Dining table seats 6 and there's a lounge with soft furnishings and a log burner. Veranda with table, seating area, firepit, BBQ, and pizza oven. Boules and garden games to borrow.
Suitable For
Glamping only. Families, couples, groups – yes. Campervans, caravans, tents, dogs – no.
Nearby
The surrounding Lincolnshire Wolds offer excellent walking and cycling opportunities. Tennyson's birthplace, Somersby, is 2½ miles away (or a little shorter if you walk). There's nothing there specifically open to the public that's related to him but there is plenty of information and the old buildings and church (where his father was the rector) are pleasant to wander around. Louth (9 miles away) is considered the Wolds' real 'gateway town' located at the foot of the hills where they meet the Lincolnshire Marsh. It's got a nice cluster of independent shops and cafés. In the opposite direction, try exploring Woodhall Spa (10 miles away). Noted for its mineral springs and its Second World War association with the RAF 617 Squadron, the town is also well known for it's independent cinema – The Kinema in the Woods (01526 352166). It dates from 1922 and is the only fully-functioning cinema in the UK to employ back projection.
Food & Drink
BBQ packs and essentials can be bought on site. The nearest pub is the White Hart Inn (01507 533255) in Tetford but it's worth heading a tiny bit further to the Massingbird (01507) 480492) in South Ormsby (4 miles from the campsite) – relaxed but cosy with good local ales and and tasty fare.
Open
Easter–November.
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Accommodation
Two safari tent pitches, up to 6 people per tent.
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Location
Contact Glamp-in-Style, Glamp-in-Style, Fir-combe Hall, Clay Lane, Tetford, Lincolnshire LN9 6QN
Getting There
From Horncastle, follow the A158 1 mile out of Horncastle and take the left signposted to Tetford. Stay on this road into Tetford village. Take a right turn at the T-junction (war memorial) and after 500 yards turn left. Pass through the village (pub on the left) and take the turning right at the side of Tetford Church. After a couple of sharp bends turn right onto Clay Lane. Continue 1 mile down this private road to find us at the end of the lane.
From Louth follow the A16 out of Louth towards Boston/ Skegness and take the signposted right turning towards Horncastle/ Cadwell park. Just after Cadwell park, take the left turning, signposted Tetford, and after 5 miles take the right turning signposted Tetford. Continue down Tetford Hill and take the next possible left into the village. Then take the second left (road at side of Tetford Church) and, after a couple of sharp bends, turn right onto Clay Lane. Continue down this private road to find us at the end of the lane.
The nearest train stations are in Lincoln and Grimsby, from there you'll need to get a bus to Tetford via Louth and Horncastle. A car is advised.
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