If your trip to Skegness is all locked in but your itinerary is looking a bit empty, let us give you a few hints and tips.Plan a stop at Skegness Beach. It’s one attraction you’ll usually find on most visitors’ to-do lists. Embassy Theatre and Skegness Aquarium are also close by and worth taking the time to see.

You shouldn’t spend every waking moment in Skegness when there’s a great big world out there to explore! Only 35 miles away, Lincoln will keep you busy with interesting sights like Lincoln Cathedral. Lincoln Castle is another popular attraction.

Fill up the gas tank, start the engine and get ready to feel the salty air on your face. Skegness has some incredible stretches of coastline, such as:

• Hunstanton Beach (15 miles away).
• Brancaster Beach (17 miles away).
• Stubborn Sand (18 miles away).

With your own ride, Skegness is your oyster. People head to this interesting city for loads of reasons, and here at CarRentals.com we have a different car for each of them. A major priority for big families is space (and legroom). Depending on the number of family members, that could mean anything from a full-size vehicle to an SUV. Those traveling on a budget usually prefer the great gas mileage of our smaller cars, such as an economy or a mini. If you’re hoping to make an impression in Skegness, you could even cast an eye over our special category for a ride that’ll make any car lover go wobbly at the knees.

There’s more than enough choice when it comes to rental cars in Skegness. From SUVs with space to spare to zippy compacts that make parking a cinch, you’ll find it all here. Deciding on your perfect match depends on how much you want to spend and what activities you plan on doing. There are some road trips that are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas other adventures don’t need anything more than a bargain, no-frills type model. What type of car will it be this time?

Keep to the left-hand side of the road in Skegness. If you’re planning to get a rental car here, take note that the driver’s seat will be on the right. It may take a little bit to get used to!

It’s relatively easy to find a car space in Skegness, although it can be a challenge to get a spot in the busier areas. Booking a hotel that offers on-site parking is always a good idea.

As the population of Skegness is approximately 24,900, you shouldn’t encounter too much difficulty with traffic congestion. That said, major roads usually get busy in the rush hours before and after work, so you may want to avoid driving then.

The residential zones in Skegness have a 30mph speed limit. Outside these areas, the speed limits typically range between 30mph and 70mph.

Normally your chosen rental car company will charge the amount detailed on the fine to your credit card, including local surcharges and taxes. Alternatively, they may forward your contact details to local law enforcement agencies, who’ll then issue a fine directly to you.

It is prohibited to use your cell phone while cruising in your car around Skegness, and you could also be issued a fine for just holding a phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. However, using hands-free or Bluetooth functions is permitted, as long as your eyes remain on the road.

In Skegness, it’s a fineable offence to operate a vehicle with a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.08%. If you’re thinking of having a couple of drinks with lunch or dinner, you’d be wise to leave the car at your hotel.

No. In Skegness, red equals stop, with no exceptions. When approaching traffic lights, always drive at a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.

In short, yes. However, there are exceptions for certain vehicles used by public transportation systems.