Louth, a Lincolnshire town, is famous for St James church, with its towering spire. It's also the birthplace of the astronaut Michael Foale. Highlights include the town's Georgian architecture and its unique, independent shops. It also features the Meridian Leisure Centre and the Riverhead Theatre, home to the Louth Playgoers.

The place has a somewhat twee image, but there's more to Louth than quaint markets and old-fashioned architecture. A fair amount of construction work and regeneration is going on.

In places Louth is an extremely modern town. However, there are many people who work hard to preserve the town's unique character and its amenities, such as Hubbard's Hills.

Plastic Free Louth

Local people are organising to share tips on how to reduce their use of disposable plastic.
November 2018

A Petition Is Launched Against The Downgrade Of Louth Hospital September 28th 2018

Amidst fury over plans to reduce bed numbers at Louth Hospital, a campaigner launches a petition to demonstrate the strength of local feelings.
September 2018

Images From The 2018 Run For Life

Some pictures from the 2018 Louth Run For Life in aid of Cancer Research UK.
June 2018

480 Homes Refused But Louth Will Still Grow

The planning committee at ELDC turned down plans for 480 homes, but developers have plans for many more.
January 2018

Random Picture Quiz

Test your knowledge of Louth and its people with this dynamic quiz.

Landmarks in Louth

For years the skyline in Louth has been 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, although this work ceased soon after, before being resumed in 2014 and completed in February 2015 in order to build an Aldi. St James, however, has stood for over half a millennium and is unlikely to be coming down any time soon.