Guidebook for Lincoln
Sightseeing
Built by William the Conqueror in 1068, Lincoln Castle, a stronghold along major routes of Ermine (York to London) and Fosse (Lincoln to Leicester) provided a strategic position for the Romans. Today Lincoln Castle is home to one of only four original 1215 Magna Carta, an original Victorian Prison, full 360° wall walks and interactive displays of Lincolnshire artefacts.
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Lincoln kastali
Castle HillBuilt by William the Conqueror in 1068, Lincoln Castle, a stronghold along major routes of Ermine (York to London) and Fosse (Lincoln to Leicester) provided a strategic position for the Romans. Today Lincoln Castle is home to one of only four original 1215 Magna Carta, an original Victorian Prison, full 360° wall walks and interactive displays of Lincolnshire artefacts.
One of the finest Gothic buildings in Europe and once the tallest building in the world, Lincoln Cathedral is a must see experience for anyone visiting Lincolnshire. Roof, Tower and Floor tours give a fascinating insight into the history of the building, led by expert guides. The Medieval Wren Library houses some of the world's rarest documents including the first known written verse referring to Robin Hood. Children love to seek out the intricate carvings - and spot the hidden Lincoln Imp!
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Lincoln dómkirkja
Minster YardOne of the finest Gothic buildings in Europe and once the tallest building in the world, Lincoln Cathedral is a must see experience for anyone visiting Lincolnshire. Roof, Tower and Floor tours give a fascinating insight into the history of the building, led by expert guides. The Medieval Wren Library houses some of the world's rarest documents including the first known written verse referring to Robin Hood. Children love to seek out the intricate carvings - and spot the hidden Lincoln Imp!
Nestled beside Lincoln Cathedral, discover the ruins of the medieval home to the Bishops of Lincoln, built in 1163 to house the head of the largest diocese in medieval England, stretching from the Humber to the Thames. One of the most important buildings in the country, its gothic architecture reflected the enormous wealth and power of the church t the time and is now considered one of the most significant medieval ecclesiastical ruins in Britain.
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Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace
Minster YardNestled beside Lincoln Cathedral, discover the ruins of the medieval home to the Bishops of Lincoln, built in 1163 to house the head of the largest diocese in medieval England, stretching from the Humber to the Thames. One of the most important buildings in the country, its gothic architecture reflected the enormous wealth and power of the church t the time and is now considered one of the most significant medieval ecclesiastical ruins in Britain.
The Stonebow and Guildhall are situated on the site of the southern gateway to Roman Lincoln. The gateway has stood for over 1800 years, although the present building was not completed until 1520. The Guildhall sits proudly above the Stonebow and is the Official Home of the Mayor of Lincoln. Tours are available of this interesting historic building, which includes the main Council Chamber, where Lincoln's Council still meets, and most importantly. the old Debtors' Prison which now hold an impressive range of Civic Insignia, including the King Richard II Sword and many other Mayoral and city artefacts.
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Lincoln Guildhall
SaltergateThe Stonebow and Guildhall are situated on the site of the southern gateway to Roman Lincoln. The gateway has stood for over 1800 years, although the present building was not completed until 1520. The Guildhall sits proudly above the Stonebow and is the Official Home of the Mayor of Lincoln. Tours are available of this interesting historic building, which includes the main Council Chamber, where Lincoln's Council still meets, and most importantly. the old Debtors' Prison which now hold an impressive range of Civic Insignia, including the King Richard II Sword and many other Mayoral and city artefacts.
Arts & Culture
Offering a fascinating insight into Lincolnshire's past, Doddington Hall has been in the same family for over 400 years and also offers spectacular gardens, farm shop and café.
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Doddington Hall & Gardens
Main StreetOffering a fascinating insight into Lincolnshire's past, Doddington Hall has been in the same family for over 400 years and also offers spectacular gardens, farm shop and café.
Discover a cornucopia of yesteryear at the largest and most diverse community museum in Lincolnshire. The rich and varied social history collection reflects and celebrates the culture of Lincolnshire and its people. Exhibits illustrate commercial, domestic, agricultural, industrial and military life. Try out the digital tour guides and experience the collections coming alive with the latest augmented reality technology.
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Múseum um lífsstíl Lincolnshire
Burton RoadDiscover a cornucopia of yesteryear at the largest and most diverse community museum in Lincolnshire. The rich and varied social history collection reflects and celebrates the culture of Lincolnshire and its people. Exhibits illustrate commercial, domestic, agricultural, industrial and military life. Try out the digital tour guides and experience the collections coming alive with the latest augmented reality technology.
The Collection brings together the award winning archaeology museum and the region's premier art gallery, the Usher Gallery, in the heart of historic Lincoln. Featuring a vibrant exhibition programme, an activity area for the younger visitors, film showings, talks and tours, family fun days and much more. www.thecollectionmuseum.com
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Safn
1 Danes TerraceThe Collection brings together the award winning archaeology museum and the region's premier art gallery, the Usher Gallery, in the heart of historic Lincoln. Featuring a vibrant exhibition programme, an activity area for the younger visitors, film showings, talks and tours, family fun days and much more. www.thecollectionmuseum.com
Parks & Nature
Covering more than 200 acres, Hartsholme Country Park is a stunning open space to the south of the city. Visitors can enjoy walks and cycle rides through the lakes and ornamental grounds and lots of wildlife watching.
Hartsholme is a Green Flag Award winning park containing Victorian landscaped gardens, a large reservoir, woodlands and grasslands. There is also a visitor centre, children’s play area, cafe and a three star rated Touring Park and campsite.
The Visitor Centre has exhibitions and interactive features on the wildlife and history of Hartsholme Country Park and neighbouring Swanholme Lakes Local Nature Reserve. You can also pick up a map and guide to the Country Park in the Visitor
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Hartsholme landnámsþjóðgarður
377 Skellingthorpe RdCovering more than 200 acres, Hartsholme Country Park is a stunning open space to the south of the city. Visitors can enjoy walks and cycle rides through the lakes and ornamental grounds and lots of wildlife watching.
Hartsholme is a Green Flag Award winning park containing Victorian landscaped gardens, a large reservoir, woodlands and grasslands. There is also a visitor centre, children’s play area, cafe and a three star rated Touring Park and campsite.
The Visitor Centre has exhibitions and interactive features on the wildlife and history of Hartsholme Country Park and neighbouring Swanholme Lakes Local Nature Reserve. You can also pick up a map and guide to the Country Park in the Visitor
Boultham Park
55 Hall DrAbout 15 minutes walk from our house
Food Scene
About ⅓ mile walk from our house, serves food:
5.00 - 9.00pm Monday
12noon-2.00pm and 5.00pm - 9.00pm Tuesday - Friday,
12noon-3.00pm and 5.00pm - 9.00pm Saturday
and
12noon - 7pm Sunday
With last orders for food 8.45pm Monday - Saturday and 6.45pm on Sunday.
Good value home cooked food, very nice
The Lincoln Green Pub
Lincoln RoadAbout ⅓ mile walk from our house, serves food:
5.00 - 9.00pm Monday
12noon-2.00pm and 5.00pm - 9.00pm Tuesday - Friday,
12noon-3.00pm and 5.00pm - 9.00pm Saturday
and
12noon - 7pm Sunday
With last orders for food 8.45pm Monday - Saturday and 6.45pm on Sunday.
Good value home cooked food, very nice
Shopping
It's a mile away from our house, small and handy. There is also a chip shop near it, a kebab shop, and during the day there's a very nice café with home cooking
Coop
Moor LaneIt's a mile away from our house, small and handy. There is also a chip shop near it, a kebab shop, and during the day there's a very nice café with home cooking