Local History
A New Year’s walk from Halton Holegate to Sir John Franklin’s statue
A New Year’s Day walk from Halton Holegate into Spilsby, taking in quiet lanes, railway traces, old buildings and Sir John Franklin’s statue — with…
Old Spilsby: the town that moved
Spilsby hasn’t always been where it is now. In the valley near Partney Bridge lie the earthworks of “Old Spilsby” — a deserted medieval settlement…
The Legacy of Sir John Franklin
Discover the legacy of Sir John Franklin, the Arctic explorer from Spilsby, whose expeditions shaped history.
The Historical and Cultural Importance of Bolingbroke Castle
Explore the rich history of Bolingbroke Castle, a treasured landmark in Lincolnshire.
A Brief History of Spilsby
Find out more about the history of Spilsby in our brief history guide.