Hidden Gems

On our many travels aboard Naughty-Cal we have often stumbled across some interesting and often well hidden places to visit.

One such place high on our list of places to revisit is Fiskerton Fen Nature Reserve. A place we have often sailed past without giving a second thought to stopping.

On one of our return journeys from Boston, we along with our friends on their boat, decided to have an overnight stay on the pontoon at Fiskerton so that we could have a peaceful night away from the hustle and bustle of the towns and cities. Fiskerton Fen is just outside Lincoln and for the wildlife fans out there is a fantastic stop over. The place is teaming with wildlife, from Barn Owls, to water fowl and ta fantastic dyke full to the brim with fish, including huge Pike stalking their prey. We spent a very peaceful day, walking the reserve, watching the wildlife and enjoying the best that the Lincolnshire countryside has to offer.

There is a pub within walking distance but the walk there at night can be dangerous as it follows the route of a busy main road with no lighting or footpath to protect pedestrians. So be careful. The moorings are in good order and due to the remote nature of the spot are quite safe and rarely occupied by fellow boaters.

A real hidden gem of a spot.