 They formed the Horncastle and Kirkstead Junction Railway Company, and the line was opened on 11 August 1855 and transported the gentry into the heart of Woodhall where they could easily get to the hotels and public attractions.The line also provided a better means of transport for goods being transported to and from Horncastle than the River Bain.The line closed for passengers from 13 September 1954 but freight traffic continued along the line until 6 April 1971 and demolition came soon after.