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Jan 1, 2024 · From the mischievous Lincoln Imp to the hidden Roman ruins, we’ve curated a list of the top 10 must-sees in Lincoln. Use our handy guide to plan your next trip.
- Emily Pearson
- Lincoln Castle. A double motte Norman castle with layer-upon-layer of history. Why go? Built by William the Conqueror, on a spot favoured by the Romans, Lincoln Castle has seen untold drama and bloodshed in its thousand-year history.
- The Artisan Maker. A shop selling a myriad of goods made using traditional techniques and materials. Why go? Selling everything from ostrich feather dusters to frames made from upcycled whiskey barrels, this shop’s ethos is to preserve and protect the skills and traditional methods of crafting.
- Basecamp. A café serving artisan coffee and the perfect pitstop as you head Uphill. Why go? Situated halfway up the notorious Steep Hill, Basecamp is the ideal place to refuel with an artisan roasted coffee and homemade cake.
- The Cheese Society. A shop filled with rows and rows of glorious dairy-based goodness. Why go? Calling all cheese fiends, this is one’s for you!
With award-winning attractions, stunning green spaces and a wealth of places to drink and dine, you can enjoy the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Roman ruins, Viking street names, Medieval strongholds; Lincoln is laced with 17 centuries of history and heritage.
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1. Visit the spectacular Lincoln Cathedral
Words like ‘spectacular’ are often thrown about too easily, but in the case of Lincoln Cathedral it is not misused at all. Few buildings characterise a city in the way that our cathedral does. Lincoln Cathedral has stood on the city’s hilltop for nearly a thousand years, and was the tallest building in the world for over two centuries. You can see it from miles away in any direction or from pretty much anywhere you happen to be standing in the city. In daylight it towers above everything arou...
2. See an original copy of Magna Carta
Has a single document ever had such a profound effect around the world as Magna Carta? This parchment, signed and sealed more than 800 years ago, laid the foundations for the rule of law and individual rights in Britain, and its influence has reverberated across the globe. Only four original copies of Magna Carta survive today, and one of them is here in Lincoln. In fact, the copy has never left the city since the Bishop of Lincoln brought it back to the cathedral in 1215. You can see this or...
3. Discover Lincoln Castle and its fascinating story
The only building in the city that can rival the cathedral in historical significance is Lincoln Castle. It’s been around for longer, built by none other than William the Conqueror in 1068 – just a couple of years after his triumph at the Battle of Hastings. The castle is located uphill just a short walk away from the cathedral, making it easy to visit them both on a single day out. It’s free to enter the castle walls, where you can wander and relax around its lush green lawns, but it’s also...
10. Check out Lincoln’s excellent street markets
Trading activity in Lincoln has always been rooted in street markets, and this traditional spirit is very much still alive. The central streets of the city are abuzz with an eclectic mix of markets all year round. Various stalls are open at Lincoln Central Market on Sincil Street from Mondays to Saturdays – primarily fresh meat, fruit and veggies, but also a few selling gifts, books, comics, shoe repairs and whatnot. Themed markets are also hosted around the city on particular days of the mon...
11. Go shopping on Steep Hill
Lincoln’s High Street is strewn with all the usual suspect chain stores for your regular fix of city shopping. However, for the real feel of Lincoln and a truly independent shopping experience, a little uphill walking is required. Head to the top end of the High Street and you will see an arch leading to a narrow cobbled road that climbs all the way up to the castle and cathedral; this ascent is where you will find the epicentre of Lincoln’s local independent shop scene. At the lower end is T...
12. Discover art at the Usher Gallery and Lincoln Museum
Lincoln has a long and proud history of creativity, and for art lovers there is plenty to explore around the city. These next three entries in our list highlight some of the best spots to do that, beginning with the Usher Gallery, the city’s foremost art space. The Usher Gallery has been around since 1927 and is run today as part of Lincoln Museum (formerly The Collection), Lincolnshire’s county museum. Named after Lincoln-born jeweller James Ward Usher, it hosts original works by the likes o...
21. See the Imps play at Sincil Bank
We might not have a premier league football club in the city, but Lincoln City FC have been punching above their weight in recent years. Playing non-league football as recently as 2017, successive promotions have seen the Imps climb to League One, and very nearly to the Championship. Strong cup runs in recent years have also pitted them against the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool and Everton. A day out at Lincoln City FC might not be like watching Barcelona, but it’s a fun experience nonetheless....
22. See a show at the New Theatre Royal
No industry was hit harder by the Covid-19 pandemic than performing arts. It was heartbreaking to hear about theatres closing around the country, and the bite has been felt here in Lincoln too. One of our cherished venues, the Lincoln Drill Hall, was narrowly rescued from permanent closure. Another classic Lincoln venue that has experienced difficult times is the New Theatre Royal. First opened in 1893, the theatre has been at the crux of the city’s entertainment scene for over 125 years. It...
23. Catch some bands at the Engine Shed
Lincoln’s premier live music venue, the Engine Shed, is run by the University of Lincoln Students’ Union and located on campus close to the city centre. Like Lincoln Drill Hall, the venue takes its name from the building’s previous purpose; a locomotive storage facility. After a major renovation, the Engine Shed opened in its new gig-venue form in 2006. The venue attracts high-profile bands to its stage, with the Beautiful South, Kings of Leon and Kasabian numbering among the many acts to hav...
27. Have afternoon tea at Stokes High Bridge Café
As you may have read in our rundown of fun facts about Lincoln, a quirky feature of the city is that it has the UK’s oldest bridge with buildings on it. High Bridge Café is the unmissable 14th-Century black-and-white building that stands on the medieval bridge at the very heart of the city. Stokes Tea & Coffee has been a thriving local business for over a century, and remains a pinnacle of Lincoln’s hot drinks culture. High Bridge Café is its foremost venue, and is set in one of the city’s mo...
28. Bells Tea Shop
Bells Tea Shop is another little gem among Lincoln’s vast choice of tea rooms, in a quaint old black-and-white cottage at the crest of Steep Hill. It’s such a cosy little café that you can even hire out the entire venue for two hours for just £50. This is a great spot to slow down for a sandwich and cuppa after exploring the sights of uphill Lincoln and the Cathedral Quarter. It’s a popular place so it’s a good idea to book in advance if you want to come in around lunchtime, especially if the...
29. Go for some fine dining at the historic Jew’s House
Standing near the foot of Steep Hill, Jew’s Houseis one of Lincoln’s oldest surviving buildings, dating back to around 1170. This is no ordinary old building, either – it is one of only five Jewish medieval houses in England that still survive from this period. The building is tied to a tragic history, as one of the only relics of a thriving Jewish community that existed in the city before being expelled from the country in the 13th century. In recent times, the building has been revived. In...
45. Enjoy Christmas in Lincoln
You might have heard about Lincoln’s famous Christmas market, which used to take place over the first weekend in December. This extravaganza of an event was a regular feature in our calendars for 40 years, but it will no longer go ahead due to safety concerns with growing numbers of visitors. The 2022 event – the last to be held – brought more than 300,000 people to Lincoln. While the loss of the Lincoln Christmas Market is a sad moment for us, it paves the way for a new era of Christmas ente...
46. Come to the world’s largest steampunk festival
Lincoln’s Asylum Steampunk Festival is the largest and longest-running event of its kind in the world. For a single weekend in August, Lincoln becomes the centre of the steampunk universe, with some 100,000 people descending on the city in an array of dashing peculiar costumes. With a twist of Edwardian and Victorian nostalgia, steampunk celebrates a “time that never was”. The Asylum festival centres around the castle, but includes mini-events at venues all over the city, celebrating art, lit...
47. Join a celebration of agriculture at the Lincolnshire Show
Agriculture is Lincolnshire’s pride and joy, with the county’s fertile land producing over a fifth of the food grown in the UK. No wonder we have so many amazing local food outlets in the city. This proud tradition is celebrated each June at the Lincolnshire Show, one of the UK’s oldest agricultural events. It takes place at the Lincolnshire Showground just outside the city. First held over 150 years ago, the show is run by Lincolnshire Agricultural Society and brings together entertainment,...
49. Go self-catered in the iconic Pemberton House
There is no shortage of places to stay in Lincoln, but to truly immerse yourself in a piece of the city’s history you can stop overnight at Pemberton House. Built in 1543, this old Tudor merchant’s house stands out strikingly in Castle Square and is one of Lincoln’s most photographed buildings. Pemberton House features five self-catered apartments with double bedrooms, and shared kitchen, lounge and shower rooms. Nestled right between the castle and cathedral, you couldn’t wish for a more cen...
50. Stay in a converted 19th century church
We wrap up our collection of things to do in Lincoln with one of the city’s most imaginative guest houses. The Old Palace Lodgeis set in a restored 19th-century church on a hillside perch close to the Cathedral Quarter. Originally serving as the Church of St Michael on the Mount, the building was repurposed as an art gallery and study before eventually falling into abandonment and deterioration. Just a decade ago, it was brought back to life by being converted into a charming boutique-style g...
Once crowned as the UK’s most underrated city break, there’s much more to Lincoln than meets the eye. Our award-winning attractions don’t stop with the Castle and Cathedral, explore the city further and you will discover a whole host of amazing things to do.
Mar 23, 2023 · To learn more about why this historic city is one of the best places to visit in England, be sure to read our list of the top tourist attractions in Lincoln. On This Page: Lincoln Cathedral. Lincoln Castle and its Magna Carta. Upper Town and Steep Hill. Lower Town.
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