Stuck for what to get your loved ones for Christmas? The search is over!
We’ve put together some of the finest experiences in the county to bring you the ultimate Lincolnshire Christmas Gift Guide. These unique ideas are sure to impress and delight on Christmas Day - and well into the new year!
1. A Stokes Coffee Experience
If you’ve got a caffeine connoisseur in your life, Stokes offer a variety of hands-on coffee experiences. You can take a tour of the Stokes Coffee Roastery, enjoy a full sensory tasting session, or learn all the skills you need to become an expert barista. If you’re new to the world of coffee, there is also an introductory experience which covers everything from bean to cup. As Stokes have been brewing coffee and tea for over 120 years, it’s safe to say they know a thing or two!
2. A Gift Box from The Cheese Society
There’s nothing more Christmassy than a box of cheese arriving on your doorstep! The Cheese Society in Lincoln offer a fantastic assortment of gift boxes, packed with delicious produce - and some of the finest cheeses in Lincolnshire. Experts will love the gourmet selection box, whilst the ‘Bake Your Own ‘Bert’ package is perfect for couples. If you’re buying for someone who will eat pretty much anything, you can always take a risk with the Lucky Dip box…
3. Cooking Lessons at Lincolnshire Cookery School
Whether you’re a complete beginner, or a wannabe Masterchef, the Lincolnshire Cookery School offer a series of hands-on cookery lessons, with something to suit all ages. Courses here range from simple baking workshops, to sushi rolling masterclasses. Treat your teen to a basic lesson, or book a tasting experience for someone special. Not only will the recipient get to enjoy a fun-filled day, they’ll also earn some lifelong skills!
4. A Louth Distillery Experience
Louth Distillery is a family-run business in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Creators of renowned brands Pin Gin and Rum Cat, this award-winning distillery is now also open for experiences.
Book a Tour & Taste experience and you’ll be guided through samples of a range of spirits. As you try each one, you will get to learn about the origins and the making process for each one. Once you’ve tried and tested the full selection, you can choose your favourite and enjoy a full size drink to finish!
If you’re a big fan of gin, we recommend booking a Gin School Experience at Louth Distillery. With this, you will get the chance to delve into the world of distillation by making your very own gin. You’ll get to spend a fascinating few hours in the brand new distillery school - and create your own gin to take home.
5. A guided tour of Lincoln Cathedral
There are a number of guided tours available at Lincoln Cathedral, all of which are guaranteed to enhance your visit to this magnificent building. The ideal gift for architecture, history and photography fans, these special tours will take you behind the scenes, into restricted areas – and even up on the roof! Led by the Cathedral’s expert guides, every tour will give you a fascinating insight into the building, uncovering plenty of secrets along the way.
6. Lincolnshire Gift Card
What could be better than giving someone the gift of choice?! If you’ve got an impossible-to-buy-for-person in your life, the Lincolnshire Gift Card is the perfect option.
Suitable for all ages, this new gift card is accepted at attractions, restaurants, shops and accommodation across the county. Not only does it make a great present, it is also a fantastic way to support local independent businesses.
Available in both physical and digital formats, you can add anything from £10 - £500 to the card, and your giftee will have 12 months to spend the funds. To find out more about where the Lincolnshire Gift Card can be used, click here.
7. A Trampoline Session at Jump Inc
Got a tricky teen to buy for? A Jump Inc gift card could be exactly what you need! Lincoln’s first indoor urban playground, Jump is packed with high flying excitement. With inflatables, a ninja course and huge trampolines all under one roof, this epic park will provide hours of entertainment. A Jump gift card can be used to pay for an Open Jump session, at any time of day, any day of the week. These sessions will give you 60 minutes of airtime, plus they’re open to all ages, so the whole family can go!
8. A Barista Course at 200 Degrees
There’s a science to good coffee, and 200 Degrees have got it down to a tee. If you know someone who wants to improve their coffee skills at home, why not book them a lesson? 200 Degrees have six Barista Schools in the UK, one of which is above their Lincoln branch in the Cornhill Quarter. This popular coffee shop offer a wide range of barista courses, covering everything from simple homebrewing methods, through to advanced latte art skills. If you’re not sure which to choose, you can always purchase one of their Barista Course Gift Cards, which are valid for a year.
9. An Escape Room Experience
For that impossible-to-buy-for person, why not share the gift of an unforgettable experience with an Escape Lincoln gift card. Situated in Vulcan Park, this premier escape experience is home to a series of mysterious themed rooms, each with a fascinating backstory. Choose the story you want to explore and your team will be locked in that room for 60 minutes, with a series of challenges to complete. If you manage to tackle all the tests, you can escape the room… If you don’t, who knows what may happen!
10. A Footplate Ride on the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway
If you’re shopping for a rail enthusiast, what could be better than an Experience Voucher for the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway? The Footplate Ride experience will give you the chance to ride in the cab of a steam locomotive, from Ludborough to North Thoresby. As you make your way along the tracks, the driver will explain the controls of the engine, and you can observe how a traditional steam train is operated. You can also book a Signal Box Experience, which will allow you the chance to operate the signals, gates and block bells at Ludborough Station (under supervision of the on duty signalman).
11. An Animal Experience at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park
Located in Friskney, near Boston, the Lincolnshire Wildlife Park is the county’s largest animal attraction. Home to a variety of mammals, reptiles and birds, the park offers sanctuary to animals from all over Europe. An Animal Experience will give you the chance to get up close and personal with some of the residents at the park and enjoy an unforgettable interactive encounter. All of the Animal Experiences at the Lincolnshire Wildlife Park can also be bought as gift vouchers, to make booking a session even easier.
12. A Festive Afternoon Tea
You will find some amazing afternoon teas on offer in Lincoln – especially at Christmas. This year, Doddington Hall, Petwood Hotel, Washingborough Hall and Healing Manor are all offering festive versions of their delicious afternoon teas. Full of seasonal treats, you can delight in a delicious array of finger sandwiches, mince pies and themed cakes, whilst sipping on a mulled wine, or a glass of bubbles. All of these restaurants also offer afternoon tea gift vouchers, if you’d prefer to enjoy one in the new year.
13. A Cocktail Masterclass at Home
If you know someone who loves making (and drinking) cocktails, a masterclass at Home Nightclub will teach them how to shake like a pro. This hands-on lesson will get you behind the bar with your own dedicated mixologist, who will teach you all the tricks of the trade. Packed with fun and games, each masterclass includes a prosecco reception, two cocktails each and entry to Home Nightclub afterwards. You need a minimum of 6 guests for a class, so this is perfect for a group of friends looking to book a festive experience together.
14. Restaurant Gift Vouchers
Even if you don’t spend much, a gift voucher for a restaurant can go a long way! Not only are you treating your loved ones to a special experience, you’re also helping to support a local business. Lincoln is full of fantastic independent restaurants, most of which also specialise in showcasing local produce. You can treat someone to a drink or dessert, or go the whole hog and cover their entire meal. For a real taste of Lincolnshire, we recommend Hobbsons Pie Shop or NumberThirty8 at the Tower Hotel. If you’ve got a major foodie in your life, try The Old Bakery or The Jews House Restaurant. For a good old Sunday roast or some traditional pub grub, the Duke William and the Royal William IV both offer gift vouchers.
Celebrating Christmas in Lincoln? You may also be interested in:
- Christmas at Historic Houses in Lincolnshire
- Where to meet Santa Claus in Lincoln
- Christmas events in Lincoln
