Welcome to Gainsborough

Gainsborough is a market town located in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. The town is situated on the River Trent and is known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes. Gainsborough has a population of approximately 20,000 people and is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and attractions.

One of the most notable attractions in Gainsborough is the Gainsborough Old Hall. This medieval manor house was built in the 15th century and is one of the best-preserved examples of its kind in England. The hall has been used as a filming location for several movies and television shows, including the BBC's adaptation of "The White Queen." Visitors can explore the hall's many rooms and learn about its fascinating history.

Another popular attraction in Gainsborough is the Queen Elizabeth's High School. This prestigious school has a long history dating back to the 16th century and has produced many notable alumni, including the actor Sir Ian McKellen. The school is known for its excellent academic standards and offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and drama. Overall, Gainsborough is a charming town with a rich history and plenty of attractions to explore.

Local Schools

School	Details
Beckingham Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs P Phillips	The Limes Beckingham Doncaster Nottinghamshire DN10 4QN 01427848230 School Website
Castle Futures Other Independent School Ages:7-19 Head Teacher Mr Michael Taylor	12 Acland Street Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2LG 1427253117 School Website
Mercers Wood Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kieran Ola	Ropery Road Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2PD 01427612572 School Website
The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachael Eastham	Acland Street Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2LN 01427612554 School Website
The Gainsborough Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Cook	North Marsh Road Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2RR 01427811610 School Website
Handel House Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Raisborough	The Northolme Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2JB 1427612426 School Website
Benjamin Adlard Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Luke Lovelidge	Sandsfield Lane Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 1DB 01427612562 School Website
Morton Trentside Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Beverley Riddle	Crooked Billet Street Morton Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 3AH 01427613472 School Website
The Queen Elizabeths High School Gainsborough Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Richard Eastham	Morton Terrace Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2ST 01427612354 School Website
Walkeringham Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Driver	Millbaulk Road Walkeringham Doncaster Nottinghamshire DN10 4LL 01427890355 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Gainsborough Lea Road Lea Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1AH 2.11 Miles

Gainsborough Central Station Approach, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1XR 2.47 Miles

Retford Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE 7.34 Miles

Saxilby Station Road, Saxilby, Lincolnshire, LN1 2NS 10.65 Miles

Kirton Lindsey Station Road, Kirton Lindsey, Lincolnshire, DN21 4BD 11.37 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Shaun's Taxis Ltd 01427 617834 35 George St, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2PU 1.81 Miles
Diamond Cabs 01427 679020 28A North Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2HS 2.08 Miles
Pauls Taxis 01427 677785 Morton Ter, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2RJ 2.17 Miles
Robs Taxis 01427 810999 21 Dunholme Rd, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1XH 2.31 Miles
Sunshine Taxis 07967 938386 30 Hawthorn Avenue, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1HA 2.36 Miles
Hollies Taxi 01427 614333 8 Ravendale Rd, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1XA 2.41 Miles
Action Cabs 01427 615686 54 Park Springs Rd, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1PL 2.72 Miles
Tels Taxi 01427 811022 79 Heapham Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1SP 2.74 Miles
A1 Taxis 01427 611330 20 Oak Tree Av, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1FF 2.77 Miles
Eddie's Taxi 01427 611145 48 Elsham Walk, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1SU 2.89 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bar Corner Uso Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Saundby Uso Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beckingham Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
School House D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Walkeringham Road D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bole Po Uso Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Burton Uso Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Japan Road Uso Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ropery Road Po Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Waterworks Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Acland Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Market Place Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Market Place Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Church Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Trinity St Po Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Caskgate Street Surgery 01427 619033	Caskgate Street Surgery 3 Caskgate Street Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2DJ
John Coupland Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	John Coupland Hospital Ropery Road Gainsborough DN21 2TJ
Urgent Care Home Visiting 01522 308687	Urgent Care Home Visiting Jc Hosp,Ropery Road Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2TJ
Lchs Primary Care Surgical Scheme 01427 816537	Coast, John Coupland Hsp Ropery Road Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2TJ
Gainsea 01427 613158	Cleveland Surgery Vanessa Drive Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2UQ

Local Stores

Heapham Road
Heapham Road
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 1SH
01427 678231
Store Website
2.54 miles

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SPAR Gainsborough
Corringham Road Industrial Estate
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 1FF
01427 811727
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Raoul Dowding Vets
Cleveland House 16 Spital Terrace Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2HE 01427 612188 enquiries@dowdingvets.com 2.19 miles

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Gordon K A Lochrie
17 North Street Morton Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 3AS 01427 612662 Website 2.35 miles

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Rase Veterinary Centre
Shop 2 Heapham Road Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 1SH Website 2.56 miles

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Pinfold House Veterinary Clinic
65 Marsh Lane Misterton Doncaster South Yorkshire DN10 4DL 01427 890415 pinfoldhousevets@gmail.com Website 3.26 miles
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Portland House Veterinary Group
Portland House Veterinary Centre 53 Churchgate Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 6PA 01777 703663 portlandhousevets@hotmail.co.uk Website 6.75 miles
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Two Counties Vets
68 Doncaster Road Westwoodside Doncaster South Yorkshire DN9 2EE 01427 753037 twocountiesvets@hotmail.co.uk Website 7.02 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Tuetoes Wood
A Lovely Walk With Various Paths And The Benefit Of Onsite Parking. E Ferry Rd Scotter Gainsborough DN21 3QF 8.44 miles What Three Words Location Details Demoted.Exporters.Lined Https://W3w.Co/Demoted.Exporters.Lined

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Clumber Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Clumber Park, In Nottinghamshire. This Walk Takes You Through Woodland And By The Lakeside, Introducing You To Historic Aspects Of The Park. S80 3AZ 13.02 miles Located 4.5 Miles South East Of Worksop, 6.5 Miles South-West Of Retford, 1 Mile From A1/A57, 11 Miles From M1 Exit 30.

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Clumber Park
Nice Long Walk Or A Short Riverside Walk. It Is National Trust. Dogs Can Go Off Lead But Not So On The Heathland As There Are Cattle And Sheep But Those Parts Are Well Fenced Off To Stop Ant Dogs Wandering In Accidentally. Can Go Through With Dogs On Leads. They Have Central Bark Which Is A Dog Friendly Cafe Where Dogs Can Be Either Outside Or Inside After A Good Leg Stretch. Plenty Of Parking Unnamed Road Worksop Lancashire S80 3AZ 13.15 miles

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Twigmoor Woods
Lovely Woodland Dog Walking Area, With A Lake For Them To Swim In. All Off Lead And Free Car Parking. 56 Kirton Rd Brigg DN20 9NF 14.46 miles You Will Easily See The Twigmoor Woods Car Park. Search On Google To Find Photos Of The Car Park If Struggling To Locate.

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Ashby Vile Nature Reserve
Lake With Paths Surrounding It, Located On The Edge Of Scunthorpe. 20 Garganey Walk Scunthorpe Lancashire DN16 3WR 14.65 miles

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West Common
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk On Lincoln's West Common. Lincoln's West Common Is A 100 Hectare, Green Space With Excellent Views Of Lincoln Cathedral. It Is An Ideal Dog Walking Spot In Lincoln, With The Common Being Made Up Of Marsh And Grassland. Once You Have Finished At West Common, Why Not Head Into Lincoln With Your Dog To Enjoy One Of The Many Dog-Friendly Establishments In The City. Lancashire LN1 1WD 15.03 miles West Common Is Located To The West Of The City Of Lincoln, Just Off The A46.

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