Broadbent Theatre

The Broadbent Theatre sits in Lincoln, a proper working venue that punches above its weight for a market town of this size. It's the sort of place where you might catch anything from amateur dramatics to touring productions, depending on what's on when you visit. The building itself has that lived-in feel of a community theatre - nothing glossy, but genuine.

If you're camping nearby at Langdale Lakes or Lindsey Trail, it's worth checking what's running during your stay. Local theatre does attract families with younger kids during pantomime season, though the programme shifts depending on the season and what groups have booked the space. Evening shows are the norm, and admission varies by production.

Lincoln itself rewards a proper poke around - the cathedral dominates the skyline, the high street's got character, and there's enough to fill a day without rushing. The Broadbent fits naturally into a longer afternoon-into-evening visit to town rather than being a reason to drive out specially. If theatre's your thing and timing's right, book ahead to check what's showing. If you're after guaranteed entertainment for an evening, ring ahead rather than turning up on spec - smaller theatres can go quiet between productions.