Travel Eye on Lincoln (England)

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Overview:

Lincoln the county town of Lincolnshire, has a castle and cathedral set high above the town and accessed through the steep, very steep, cobbled streets, which run down to the High Street. There are many Roman remains around the Cathedral and West Gate. The close has a tithe barn, 1440, and the ruined Bishop's Palace.

Other buildings of note include the Jew's House and the Stonebow, and the 12th century High Bridge over the river is worth a look.

The town has a large shopping area, being the area centre, and a busy High Street. A good place for a day out with its historic building, modern shops and things to do. It has several churches including St Benedict's and St Peter at Gowt's.

Tourist Information centre in the town gives tourists a clear vision for their day out in this historic town. The River Witham flows through the town, and in parts is a canal, Roman, and you can walk out into the country along the towpath.

Around the town the area is very flat, with almost a grid pattern to the road network.

As you approach the City of Lincoln, from any direction, you are drawn to the magnificent silhouette of the cathedral stretching to the skies, brooding over 2000 years of history.  

From the cobbled streets and antiques to the modern art scattered throughout the city, the past and present is all around.   There's vibrancy, there's interest, there's fun.

Many events throughout the year make Lincoln irresistible - the famous Christmas Market, the Brayford Waterfront Festival, and the weekend that most attractions open for free - discover Lincoln weekend.

Overview:

Lincoln is situated in north east England near to the western border of Lincolnshire.

Entertainment/Facilities/Attractions/Things to:

The Guildhall an ancient Council Chamber contains Lincoln's civic Insignia, considered the finest collection of civic regalia outside London .

The Usher Gallery is a major venue for all aspects of the fine and decorative arts. Here you can see fine collections of works by Peter de Wint, topographical paintings, and memorabilia connected with the poet Tennyson.

Popular atrractions and activities include:

Medieval Bishops Palace - the remains of the Palace of the Bishops of Lincoln. Exhibition in the Anwick Tower, vaulted undercroft and vineyard.

The Museum of Lincolnshire Life , features an agricultural and industrial collection of national repute, also period room settings and shops.

Lincoln mixes quality tourist shopping in the "Uphill" historic area, with a modern pedestrianised city centre "Downhill" which boasts all the big names.

You can enjoy refreshments in historic surroundings such as the coffee shop at Lincoln Cathedral, tea in garden tea rooms, good pub food at some of the city's inns and a choice of restaurants and hotels serving dinner.

Lincoln offers walking tours of the city as well as guided ghost walks, boat trips and parks and gardens to relax in.

Things to see and do

Lincoln Castle

Lincoln Guildhall

Usher Gallery

Ellis Mill

Museum of Lincolnshire Life

Whisby Natural World Centre       

Events

January:   Australian Breakfast, The Lawn Visitor Centre

June:   International Waddington Airshow, RAF Waddington 

July:   Waterfront Festival, Brayford Waterfront 

August:   Midsummer Magic - Open Air Concerts, Lincoln Castle

September:   Halle Orchestra, Lincoln Cathedral

October:   European Market, Guildhall Street / High Street

December:   Lincoln Christmas Market, Cathedral Quarter