Step Back in Time

For the ultimate antiques adventure, head to Hemswell Cliff – home to Europe’s largest indoor antiques hub. Sprawled across what was the former RAF Hemswell base, this incredible centre comprises multiple buildings packed to the brim with antique collections. Prepare to spend a full day (at least) exploring the unrivalled selection of antiques and collectibles on offer. The main centres (there are others on the site) are Hemswell Antiques (which has 4 buildings); Astra Antiques (1 building); and Canberra Antique Centre (1 building).

In addition, there is the regular Arthur Swallow Antiques & Home Show at The Lincolnshire Showground.

If you want more antiques, there are antique shops in Lincoln, such as The Shambles, Lincoln Antiques & Collectables, My Secret Antiques. However, in our view, if you have had your fill of Hemswell Antiques but still want more antiques, then the place to go is Horncastle (dubbed “the Antiques capital of Lincolnshire”) which is famous for its antiques, collectables and vintage shops. It is about 40 minutes away.