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Lincolnshire’s history and heritage is long and fascinating. This largely agricultural county has played an important role throughout British history. Amongst other things, Lincolnshire is home to the very first Norman castle built in England, was birthplace to King Henry IV and has played a crucial role in two World Wars.
- Lincoln Castle. Built by William the Conqueror in 1068, Lincoln Castle is one of England’s best-preserved and most impressive Norman castles. One of only two English castles with two mottes, (the other being Lewes Castle in Sussex) it is the home to one of the four original copies of the Magna Carta, a recently-discovered church under the castle which pre-dates the Norman conquest, and a gruesome Victorian-era prison.
- Julian’s Bower. Julian’s Bower is a medieval turf maze that sits high up on a rural hilltop in in North Lincolnshire, England. The maze is believed to date back to medieval times, although an air of mystery still surrounds it.
- Belton House. Belton House is a historic 17th-century mansion house in Lincolnshire, whose stunning exterior and fascinating collections draw thousands of visitors a year.
- Lincoln Cathedral. Lincoln Cathedral is a stunning medieval structure thought to have once been the tallest building in the world. With its striking architecture and 1,000-year history, it is a must-see during any visit to Lincoln.
Lincolnshire is the UK’s largest producer of potatoes, wheat, cereal and poultry, and is the second largest producer of sugar beet. Over 38% of bulbs grown in the UK come from Lincolnshire. Lincoln was a very important Roman town, known then as Lindum Colonia, and has the only Roman arch in Britain under which traffic is still allowed to travel.
We provide access to resources that can be used to research history and culture in Lincolnshire. You can use our search room to consult: original archives; microfilm resources; library material relating to the county; We hold records from the former Lindsey, Kesteven and Holland county councils. We also hold records from Lincoln Diocesan Record ...
Welcome to the Lincolnshire Heritage Explorer. Lincolnshire is a county rich in fascinating history and archaeology, with evidence ranging from our earliest Stone Age inhabitants, earthworks of many deserted medieval villages, and military structures from 20th century conflicts, amongst many other captivating remains.
In terms of historic towns and sites in Lincolnshire, the market town of Gainsborough is home to Gainsborough Old Hall, one of the best preserved medieval manor houses in England. Nearby, Tattershall Castle is simply stunning with its red brick facade and double moat. 16th century Burghley House is a beautiful Tudor mansion with parkland laid out by Capability Brown.
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Enjoy free entry to the largest community museum in Lincolnshire. The rich and varied social history collection celebrates the culture of Lincolnshire and its people from 1750 to the present day. Exhibits illustrate commercial, domestic, agricultural, industrial and community life. The museum is also home to an authentic World War One tank ...
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