If you’ve ever asked “where is Skegness?” or “what county is Skegness in?”, you’re not alone — it’s one of the most searched questions about this popular English seaside town.

Here’s everything you need to know about Skegness’s location, from its county and region to how to actually get there.

Where Is Skegness Located?

Skegness is a seaside resort town on the Lincolnshire coast of the North Sea, in the East Midlands region of England — a fact that often surprises people, since a coastal town this far east is easy to mistake for East Anglia.

It sits roughly 43–47 miles east of Lincoln and about 22–25 miles north-east of Boston.

Administratively, Skegness is in the county of Lincolnshire, within the East Lindsey district, and uses the PE24 and PE25 postcode districts.

It’s a town rather than a city — a civil parish with a population of around 21,000, making it the largest settlement in East Lindsey.

Its coastal position, long sandy beach, and traditional pier are a big part of why it’s remained one of Britain’s best-loved seaside destinations for well over a century (see the full profile on Wikipedia).

How to Get to Skegness

• By road: Skegness is reached via the A52 from the south (connecting through Boston) or the A158 from Lincoln in the west.
• By rail: The town is served by Skegness railway station, with regular services via East Midlands Railway, including connections through Boston and Grantham to Nottingham.

Nearby Towns and Villages

Skegness forms part of a wider stretch of coastal settlements.

Just north of the town you’ll find Ingoldmells and Chapel St Leonards, both popular holiday spots in their own right, while Boston lies to the south-west and Lincoln — the county’s cathedral city — sits inland to the west.

For more on the wider area, see our guide to where Lincolnshire is in the UK.

Things to Do in Skegness

Once you know where Skegness is, the fun part is deciding what to do when you get there.

The pier and beach remain the heart of any visit, but there’s plenty to keep families and couples busy beyond the seafront — from rollercoasters at Fantasy Island to the rescued seals at Natureland.

For the full rundown, take a look at our guide to things to do in Skegness and nearby, or jump straight to a few favourites: the top Skegness tourist attractions, a day at Skegness Pleasure Beach, and our guide to Fantasy Island theme park.

Planning a Trip to Skegness

Once you know where Skegness is, the next question is usually where to stay.

The town and its surrounding villages are home to a wide range of accommodation, from seafront hotels to family-friendly caravan parks dotted along the coast — a popular option for anyone planning a longer stay by the sea, such as Kingfisher Caravan Park, just a short drive from the beach.

For wider inspiration, Visit Lincolnshire has a good overview of the county’s attractions.