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Robert of Bourne, a teacher at Bourne Abbey, was the first person to ever write in English.

The largest living Oak Tree in England can be found at Manthorpe, just south of Bourne. It has a circumference of 40 feet and is over 1000 years old.

Underground Natural Springs provide a constant source of pure water to some parts of Bourne and the surrounding area. This is also the source of the many streams around Bourne.

Bourne Outdoor Pool is one of the largest of the few surviving outdoor pools in the country, at a size of 50 yards (that's near Olympic size!).

William Cecil who was responsible for building Burghley House in Stamford and was Lord High Treasurer to the Queen, was born in Bourne.

The founder of British Motor Racing, Raymond Mays, lived in Bourne and the famous ERA and BRM racing cars were built in the town.

Frederick Worth, who was the founder of the Paris Fashion House was born in the town.

The bridge over Bourne Eau has been voted one of the best Poohsticks bridges by VisitEngland.

Roman coins and other Roman remains have been found in Bourne.

Tesco in Bourne was the UK's second 'zero carbon' store.

Lifesaving defibrillators can be located at the following locations in Bourne;

• R J Scholes Funeral Services, Wherry’s Lane
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• Darby & Joan Hall, South Street
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• Co-op Food, Sedgefield Court, Elsea Park
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• Elsea Park Community Centre, 1 Sandown Drive, Elsea Park

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