Boston

Market days still bring a proper buzz to this Lincolnshire market town, where medieval streets meet modern life without too much fuss. Boston sits in the heart of the fens, surrounded by some of the flattest, most productive farmland in England - endless fields of vegetables and grain stretching to distant horizons.

The town's got character. St Botolph's Church dominates everything with its massive tower - locals call it 'The Stump' - visible for miles across the fenland. It's worth the climb up for views that'll show you just how flat Lincolnshire really is. Market Wednesday is when the town comes alive properly, with traders setting up in the shadow of the Guildhall.

Venture out and you'll find Lincolnshire Wildlife Park, which does a decent job with its collection and conservation work. The surrounding countryside offers proper peace - Keal Carr Nature Reserve is a lovely spot for wildlife watching, while Mardon Hill provides one of the few elevated viewpoints in this famously flat county.

Getting here's straightforward enough. Boston's well connected by road, about 30 miles southeast of Lincoln. The A52 runs right through town, making it easy to reach from the A1.

Staying at one of the nearby holiday parks makes perfect sense if you want to explore both the town and the wider fenland area. Places like Long Acres Touring Park and Wood Farm Camping put you within easy reach of Boston's market and attractions, while keeping you close to the peaceful countryside that defines this corner of Lincolnshire. The fens might not be dramatic, but there's something rather soothing about all that open sky.