Viking Centre, Pelham Road, Claxby, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire LN8 3YR

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  • The Viking Centre Hostel Claxby in Lincolnshire

Group accommodation in the Lincolnshire Wolds

The Viking Centre, Claxby is a low cost hostel with accommodation for up to 20 people set in the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The centre is situated in the village of Claxby and is within easy reach of Lincoln, Gainsborough, Scunthorpe and Grimsby. The perfect location for people wanting to take part in walking, cycling, field studies, outdoor pursuits, educational activities and conservation projects. With 20 beds over four 4 or 6 bed dorms and a well appointed kitchen as well as communal areas, the centre provides an ideal base for schools to do field work studies and outdoor pursuits. Popular with family groups, schools, scouts, guides, walkers, cycling groups and other organisations. It is ideal for groups wanting an educational and / or adventurous break deep in rural surroundings. The Viking Centre has been awarded bronze accreditation from Green Tourism.
Situated in the village of Claxby in the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this low cost hostel has a well equipped kitchen and good sized communal area. Within easy reach of Lincoln, Gainsborough, Scunthorpe and Grimsby. The perfect location for: walking, cycling, field studies, outdoor pursuits, educational activities and conservation projects. Popular with family groups, schools, scouts, guides, walkers, cycling groups and other organisations.
The Viking Centre, Claxby is a low cost hostel with accommodation for up to 20 people set in the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The centre is situated in the village of Claxby and is within easy reach of Lincoln, Gainsborough, Scunthorpe and Grimsby. The perfect location for people wanting to take part in walking, cycling, field studies, outdoor pursuits, educational activities and conservation projects. With 20 beds over four 4 or 6 bed dorms and a well appointed kitchen as well as communal areas, the centre provides an ideal base for schools to do field work studies and outdoor pursuits. Popular with family groups, schools, scouts, guides, walkers, cycling groups and other organisations. It is ideal for groups wanting an educational and / or adventurous break deep in rural surroundings. The Viking Centre has been awarded bronze accreditation from Green Tourism.

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Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    20: 2x4, 2x6
  • Open:

    Open
  • Price per night:

    £120 for 1st night, £110 for subsequent nights.
  • Booking:

    Book online. A 50% deposit is required to book. A refundable security deposit of £100 is also requested with the final payment, which will be held against damage or breakages.
  • Directions:

    Claxby village is 4 miles north of Market Rasen. From the South- Turn right off the A46 for Claxby. Follow this road through the village. The Viking Centre is on the right just after you have leave the village. From the North- Turn left off the A46 for Claxby. Follow this road and The Viking Centre is on the left as you approach the village.
  • Public Transport :

    Trains at Lincoln (22 miles) and Market Rasen (5 miles), Buses at Market Rasen.
  • Walks :

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks North Sea Cycle Route
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This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available for Christmas 2024 Available New Year 2024 / 2025 Available February Half Term 2025 Available Easter 2025 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2025 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2025 Available August Bank Holiday 2025

Facilities

aMixed dormitories
bSingle sex dormitories
&Family rooms
fSleeping bags required
gFully heated
kSelf catering facilities
'Bike/equipment store (lockable)
jShowers
[WiFi
ZDogs by arrangement
wGroups Only

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News & Offers from Viking Centre

Due to cancellation: This weekend (28-30 June) now available for groups in rural Lincolnshire Hostel

June 24th 2024

Fantastic Value: £120 for 1st night for 20 people dropping to £110 for subsequent nights.
Fantastic Location: In the rural, rolling LIncolnshire Wolds, (which are particularly beautiful at this time of the year).

Plenty of Bedrooms: 2 sleeping 4 (with 2 sets of bunks) & 2 sleeping 6 (with 3 sets of bunks).
Three Bathrooms: One of which is accessible.
Self Catering Kitchen: Well equipped with everything you need to cook your own meals.
Plenty of Space Inside: There’s a dining table large enough for everyone plus a social area with comfy chairs.
Plenty of Space Outside too: There’s a large enclosed grassy area with BBQ & picnic tables. Plus parking for 14 cars.
Close to: Lincoln: Market Rasen, Lincoln, Gainsborough, Cleethorpes Scunthorpe and Grimsby.

You’ll be very hard pushed to find better value accommodation anywhere else

Viking Centre in the Lincolnshire Wolds
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Lincolnshire Wolds National Landscape

March 18th 2024

The hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds National Landscape rise up from the flatlands of Lincolnshire, providing a rich rolling landscape of flower-filled fields and hedgerows. The area has a rich history of rambling, ancient tumuli, and medieval shrunken villages. Situated in the village of Claxby in the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Viking Centre Hostel provides exceptionally good value self-catering accommodation. This accommodation enables walkers, cyclists, scouts, study groups, and extended families to enjoy the Lincolnshire Wolds National Landscape on a shoestring.

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Woodys Top, Wayfarers, and the history of rambling in the Lincolnshire Wolds

September 28th 2018

I first heard of the Lincolnshire Wolds as a member of the YHA, hearing talk of the iconic Woodys Top Youth Hostel. It took another 20 year to get around to visiting this quiet and beautiful area, by which time Woodys Top hostel had closed. However I soon found, hidden amidst the beautiful countryside, other remnants from the historic era of rambling that founded the YHA.

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