Louth A Day Out Visitors Guide
Today saw Goldeneye out and about wandering around the Lincolnshire market town of Louth.
It’s been some time since I was last there, used to go every week, I had a nice time but the town itself seems to have declined somewhat.
There were shops that were vacant and the only thing that seemed to be flourishing was the plethora of charity shops !
Needless to say the village idiot showed himself, clear signs of in-breeding, but we’ll let that go.
Sustenance was provided by Pocklingtons Bakery in the form of a hot jumbo Lincolnshire sausage roll - very nice and recommended to all.
Louth no longer has it’s own secondhand bookshop, which it used to have for many years, yet another sad sign of the times.
It is interesting to compare Louth to Horncastle, whilst both very similar Horncastle appears to be thriving. No empty shops there, in fact on the rare occasion one becomes available it’s snapped up the same day - usually before most even know about it.
Horncastle also supports three bookshops !
Mr Chips, a place I remember from my childhood, appears to be stuck in a time warp. I half fancied giving it a go for old times’ sake but I have now invested in three pairs of 30″ waist jeans so caution is ever the watchword.
As I say, I had a very nice day and, if you are passing or in the district, it’s worth a visit.
Pop into Pocklingtons Bakery and say ‘Goldeneye sent me’ if enough people go I may get a free sausage roll out of it 
After an exerting afternoon the Goldeneye Gut rumbled once again and I sat down to garlic bread the finest soup I have ever tasted - mulligatawny - stunning and homemade by the women woman responsible for my presence on earth - so blame her for my plaguing you all
Little Brother said,
February 26, 2007 @ 6:30 pm
Rod,
Women or Woman? I think I should be told.
LB
Rod said,
February 26, 2007 @ 6:44 pm
Shurely Shome Mishtake Here !
the dinosaur said,
February 26, 2007 @ 6:45 pm
I used to have a shop in Louth, it was always a busy town but not as properous as you would expect. It has lost many of the old shops which made it interesting and unique, the loss of the old market hall in particular was a shame , it is a good example of how much a town needs its own charachter and small shops as well as national big stores.
Rod said,
February 26, 2007 @ 6:59 pm
Dinosaur
I imagine you are pleased to be out of louth now !
There could be an opportunity for expansion for you though, open an outlet there and start a chain !
On a serious point, the smaller speciality shops are critical for drawing outside visitors which any small town needs.
For example, I stopped going every week when the bookshop shut.
Cheers
Rod
Witches of Eastwick said,
February 26, 2007 @ 9:13 pm
Rod,
We’re surprised you didn’t visit Chuzzlewits for your victuals, the place for discerning cafe dwellers. We are fond of it’s Victorian ambience and good food …. the Witches know a first-class rock bun when they see it! For fine clothes see Forbes, opposite there is an interiors shop worth a quick look and a nice store selling leather bags etc. We mustn’t forget the fishmonger, a rare sight this side of the county. The residential side of Louth is much nicer than many other Lincolnshire market towns and the locals are pretty much self sufficient ….. do they ever feel the need to visit Lincoln?
All that’s missing is a secondhand book shop, Liberty and of course Ikea!
WoE (Kings Road, Chelsea specialist!)
Little Witchlet said,
February 27, 2007 @ 12:06 am
Salmon and cucumber sandwiches, chocolate cake and more tea in a pot than even I can manage - I too have done justice to the Victorian custom of Afternoon Tea in said Market Town. What a civilised notion that is! There - a business venture - I shall open a “Drawing Room” or is it a “Parlour”, only work afternoons, serving tea with one arm, whilst sawing a little Baroque number with the other…… Do you think it could be a winner?!!
Of course, appropriate first editions of the time would be idly scattered on tables of white linen …..
Rod said,
February 27, 2007 @ 8:50 am
WoE
I’m not a cafe dweller I’m afraid, not my bag, certainly cannot eat cakes etc !
Went into Forbes but couldn’t see anything of interest.
All that’s missing is a secondhand book shop, Liberty and of course Ikea!
What about a Macdonald’s ? No town is copmplete without one !
Rod said,
February 27, 2007 @ 8:55 am
LW
it sounds like a fine idea to me - though whether the natives of Louth are cultured in sufficient numbers to make it viable is another matter.
Most of the people I saw were wearing items clothing that cost less than your afternoon tea would
I trust men would be required to wear a jacket and tie and the ladies white gloves ? If so put my name on the list for the grand opening.
If you need any books I know someone who would happily supply you with 17,000 of them !
Best
Rod
Little Brother said,
February 27, 2007 @ 9:43 am
Little Witchlet,
Baroque?-bet you can’t play ‘Smoke on the Water’
LB
Witches of Eastwick said,
February 27, 2007 @ 10:06 am
Witchlet,
If the dashing young Collins is right then we must have a back-up plan …. along with the Coven rock buns we must be prepared to whip out the brooms for a little ad hoc pole dancing. “Seen it all before” we hear you cry but that we very much doubt …. we shall have themed tables, mine will be Boudica, who else and yours presumably Josephine Baker. Whether Louth is ready for such a cultural revival it’s not clear but Boudica with her sturdy shield will certainly be ready for a hail storm of rock buns!
WoE
p.s. We must seek advice from those in the know, namely LB, an expert in all things culinary and burlesque!
Little Witchlet said,
February 27, 2007 @ 10:47 pm
LB
Smoke on the Water - no prob!
Have indeed played at your culinary establishment - although couldn’t quite persuade my fellow musicians away from the more classical stuff - at most an Irish Jig!! Come to think of it - was promised a 3 course meal but someone forgot to tell the chef!
Little Witchlet
Impoverished and hungry….
WoE
Boudica - would you like to borrow the outfit?
LW xx
Little Witchlet said,
February 27, 2007 @ 10:59 pm
Rod
Absolutely jacket and tie and white gloves …. probably just be you, me and Boudica then!! Perhaps a contemporary Mr Chips may have more appeal to the masses!
LW
Rod said,
February 28, 2007 @ 8:48 am
LW
I think a 1930s Art Deco Mr Chips would be the way to go.
Good cheap and cheerful food but surrounded by style and class.
The patrons could spend the money they save on food on clothing !
Toodle Pip !
Rod
Little Brother said,
February 28, 2007 @ 8:49 am
LW,
Forgot to tell me…sounds about right.
LB