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Visit Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens car-free
It’s quite easy to visit Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens car-free.
There is a request stop by the entrance.
Buses run regularly from: Skegness (20 mins), Horncastle (35 mins) and Lincoln (100 mins). There are also some buses from Mablethorpe (35 mins).
There are direct trains to Skegness from Sleaford and Grantham, and buses from Chapel St Leonards.
Check out our recommended route (below) and then use our journey planner (above) for door-to-door train, bus and walking routes.
Enjoy a free hot drink when arriving by train, bus or bike, with a valid train or bus ticket or bike helmet.
Find the best bus fare (such as East Midlands or Lincolnshire wide tickets) for you or contact the local bus helpline. For more money-saving tips see our handy guides to trains and buses.
Find out what you can see on bus 56.
The scenic Poacher Line runs to Skegness from Nottingham, Sleaford, Boston and Grantham.
Plan your cycle route here, but note that there are no cycle paths. There is a bike rack in the car park.
There are trails around the estate, plus walks from Candlesbury and Burgh le Marsh bus stops – see map here.
Try CJ’s Taxis 01754 744 444.
Here’s some information on access to attractions, buses and trains, and here’s some information on accessibility at Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens.
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Getting to Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens car-free
Here's our recommended route to Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens. To get bus and train times and walking routes use our journey planner.
By bus from Skegness
Note: Bus 56 passes the entrance, but it is not an official stop. You will need to ask the driver when you get on to stop there and let you know. Also follow the route on your phone GPS.
Bus 56 Interconnect runs regularly (fewer on Sundays). Buses leave from Skegness bus station Stand D (20 mins) and Burgh le Marsh (5 mins).
Hop off at the layby at Gunby roundabout, 530 yards from the entrance. You can also walk from Candlesbury Royal Oak Pub or Burgh Old Signal Box. This takes about 25 minutes – see the map here. Please walk carefully.
By bus from Lincoln
Note: Bus 56 passes the entrance, but it is not an official stop. You will need to ask the driver when you get on to stop there and let you know. Ask for the layby at Gunby roundabout. Also follow the route on your phone GPS.
Bus 56 Interconnect runs regularly (fewer on Sundays). Buses leave from Lincoln Central bus station Bay L (sheltered, 100 mins), Horncastle (35 mins) and Spilsby (10 mins).
Hop off at the layby at Gunby roundabout, 530 yards from the entrance. You can also walk from Candlesbury Royal Oak Pub or Burgh Old Signal Box. This takes about 25 minutes – see the map here. Please walk carefully.
By bus from Mablethorpe
Bus 96A runs a few times per day (none on Sundays). Buses leave from Mablethorpe (35 mins), Sutton on Sea (30 mins) and Alford (15 mins). Buses run from Spilsby (10 mins) in the other direction. Jump off at Gunby roundabout. Look carefully at the timetable as not all buses stop there.
By train via Skegness
There are direct trains to Skegness from: Boston (35 mins), Sleaford (60 mins), Grantham (85 mins) and Nottingham (2 hrs) with East Midlands.
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Carefully follow the bus 56 Interconnect instructions. The bus station is beside the train station.
By bus via Skegness
There are direct buses to Skegness from:
Alford (bus 7, 45 mins), Boston (bus B7 and bus 57, 65 mins), Chapel St Leonards (Summer Seasider, bus 1 or bus 7, 20 mins), Ingoldmells (Summer Seasider and buses 1, 7 or 59, 10 mins), Mablethorpe (bus 59, 70 mins)
Carefully follow the bus 56 Interconnect instructions.
By train via Lincoln
There are direct trains Lincoln from: Gainsborough (25 mins), Newark (30 mins), Barnetby (35 mins), Doncaster (45 mins), Grimsby (55 mins), Sheffield (75 mins), Peterborough (80 mins) and Leicester (105 mins).
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Carefully follow the bus 56 Interconnect instructions. The bus station is beside the train station.
By bus via Lincoln
There are direct buses to Lincoln from:
Boston (bus B5, 105 mins), Gainsborough (bus 100, 45 mins), Grantham (bus 1, 75 mins), Scunthorpe (bus 100, 2 hrs), Sleaford (bus 31, 105 mins) and National Express coaches.
Carefully follow the bus 56 Interconnect instructions.
About Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens
Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens sits at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Built in 1700 for the influential Massingberd family, the house features intimate and homely rooms and artistic work by notable names. Every year there is an interesting programme of activities and events throughout the seasons. The gardens are full of striking colour, creative borders, and picture-perfect lawns. Enjoy exciting art exhibitions in Orchard Gallery, nestled at the heart of the Garden, or enjoy a tasty treat from the Tea-room.
Visitors can explore the scenic garden and wider estate, with picturesque walks to the ice house pond and the former home of the Massingberd family at Bratoft Manor.
For any queries about visiting contact Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens on 01754890102 or [email protected]
Address: Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens, Gunby, Spilsby, Lincolnshire, PE23 5SS. Visit Website