Diane Knight

We took the nation cycle way from Skellingthorpe to Newark, a very nice ride through villages and off road 👍 . We stopped at Balderton lake for a picnic, there is anther cycle route that takes you alongside the lake, you can peel off at the lakeside and cycle or walk round the lake, which is larger than you think! Benches are situated around the lake, and its landscaped with plants and walled seating at one end, where you will be visited by ducks, geese, and moorhens after a quick share of your food. We went on a match day but the benches are placed away from the swims, so you don't really disturb the anglers.

Our 2nd visit, we love coming here. We have 3 cats at home, but who doesn't enjoy coffee cake and different cats to spend time with occassionally? I strongly suggest trying the salted caramel cheescake, it comes in a jar and is to die for! Cute gifts on sale too, mugs, coasters featuring the cats, keyrings and little ghost boos (cat shaped naturally). You have to book online before visiting as they are limted to how many people that can visit at any one time. Children have to be over 11ys as they are rescue cats. They are cuties, all with their own little personalities.