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Bed and BreakfastTelephone: +44 (0)1400 261537E-mail: byardsleapcottage_gmail.com HOME

Welcome

Anne and Martin Wood welcome you to our attractive stone built cottage set in the Lincolnshire countryside but within easy reach of a variety of interesting places to visit.There is the historic city of Lincoln with its spectacular cathedral, fascinating cobbled Bailgate shopping area, the university set by the Brayford Pool and the busy marina. The market towns of Grantham, Sleaford and Newark are all in easy reach and we are in the centre of several aviation historical sites.Leisure pursuits such as golf, fishing, go-carting, walking are all available locally.Byards Leap Cottage is on the Viking Way long distance footpath which runs from the Humber to Oakham and is delightful walking, through heathland, wild flower pastures and rolling countryside which is home to many birds including skylarks, pheasants and partridge. You may also be fortunate and observe buzzards or red Kites. We provide a comfortable overnight stay for walkers and serve evening meals if booked ahead. We are also recognised "Cyclists Welcome" hosts.
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About Us / Tariff

Our cottage has beautiful gardens which our guests are welcome to roam round or sit in. We grow much of our own fruit and vegetables and purchase most of the rest from local producers as Lincolnshire has some of the finest growers, farmers and butchers in Britain.Meals are served at times to be arranged with our guests and we will take into account any special dietary requirements.All of our accommodation is NON-SMOKING.We have one twin bedded room and one double room. Both rooms have wash basins, tea and coffee making facilities, colour television. Hairdryers, and an iron and ironing board can be provided. The bathroom, which is shared, has a bath and shower.Our tariff for 2011 is £28.00 per person per night including a full breakfast. Reductions for children according to their age and requirements. We do have a cot and high chair and children are welcome.A £10 deposit per person is required for the booking of a room. This deposit is refundable if the cancellation is made more than 24 hours in advance of the date booked.Evening meals are by prior arrangement and cost £14.00 per person for a three course meal or a lighter one at £6.50. Packed lunches are available to order at £4.00 each.All monies to be paid by cash or cheque please.
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The Legend of Byards Leap

It is said that an old witch named Meg lived in the area, causing much fear amongst local people of Ancaster. One day they contacted a Knight and hired him to seek out the witch and kill her. Upon finding the old woman, the Knight attempted to carry out his duty, but she dug her long nails into Byard, the Knight's faithful old horse. This so frightened and pained the horse that he leapt away from the witch and amazed everyone by leaping 500 feet in only three strides.Sadly, after this feat, Byard collapsed and died whereupon the knight drew his sword and killed the witch. The people of Ancaster were so grateful that they marked the spot of Byard's leap with two sets of horseshoes, which can still be seen today.
page 4 Local attractions include: Historic City of Lincoln Lincoln Christmas Market Lincoln Cathedral Belton House (National Trust) Market towns of Newark, Sleaford and Grantham R.A.F. Cranwell Sudbrooke Moor Golf Club Craft Centre at Fulbeck Woodlands Fishing Lakes at AncastorThe house is situated on the Viking Way, along distance foot-path that weaves its way through Lincolnshire parts of which are said to date back even before Danelaw.The surrounding area, typical of Lincolnshire's agricultural nature, is also rich with cultural heritage and beauty.The pretty market towns of Sleaford and Newark are nearby, but most impressive of all is the great historic City of Lincoln, with it's landmark Cathedral and it's wealth of visitor attractions.The Viking Way has natural meadow flowers and native trees of the old heath land and is home to Skylarks, Pheasants and Partridges.

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Contact Us

Telephone: +44 (0)1400 261537

E-mail: byardsleapcottage_gmail.com

Address:

Byards Leap Cottage

Bed and Breakfast

Cranwell, Sleaford

NG34 8EY

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