A visual guide to Louth in Lincolnshire

Louth, a Lincolnshire town, is famous for St James church, with its towering spire. Lately it's also become known for an astronaut, Michael Foale, who was born in Louth. The place has a somewhat twee image, but there's more to the town than quaint markets and old-fashioned architecture.

Louth is not as timewarped as the tourist board would have us imagine. There are internet cafes, and a fair amount of construction work and regeneration is going on. As well as a new bus station and theatre, there have been projects to improve Spout Yard and Springside. In places Louth is an extremely modern town.

There are no trains, though. It's not that modern.

Local Events

Earthquake Hits North Lincolnshire

Tremors are felt across the town as North Lincolnshire is rocked by the biggest earthquake to affect the UK since 1984.

Flood Sirens Sound

The flood warning sirens sounded once more, as the Environment Agency issued a Flood Warning for the river Lud and the Louth Canal.

2007 Christmas Craft Market

The 2007 Christmas Craft Market was opened by Look North presenter Hannah Moffat and featured a wide range of craft and charity stalls.

Landmarks in Louth

For years, the skyline in Louth was dominated by the spire of St. James, and the enormous ABM building, also known as the Malt Kiln. Work started on demolishing the Malt Kiln in January of 2004 in order to make way for some flats. St James, however, has stood for almost half a millennium and is unlikely to be coming down any time soon.

An interview with John Clarkson

The author of "Birds of Louth" discusses birdwatching, Louth, and why "the future looks bleak for all life on Earth".

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