A chemist, Post Office, grocery store, cash point and newsagents, along with a Chinese take-away and a highly recommended fish and chip shop can be found in Saxilby, only three miles from the site.
This area is ideal for cyclists as it is relatively flat and has well maintained cycle routes. The cycle track to Lincoln runs from the village. There are also plenty of local pubs in the area, and most are also excellent eating houses.
Millfield Golf Complex with its three courses is only five miles away.