| The Lincoln skyline is dominated by its magnificent | | | | was buried. The stars of the film, including Tom |
| cathedral elevated above the city. This is an | | | | Hanks, stayed in Lincoln for the filming and a tour |
| ancient city set in the heart of some of England's | | | | of places they frequented is now available. |
| most green and pleasant lands. The city boomed | | | | Lincoln Castle |
| under the Roman occupation providing good | | | | With its 10feet thick walls this castle was the |
| settlements for Roman citizens. There are many | | | | scene of many battles. King John fought to gain |
| Roman remains including the only roman bridge still | | | | control over his barons here. During the civil war it |
| used by traffic. | | | | was where the Royalists surrendered to the |
| The Cathedral | | | | Roundheads. |
| Walk up 'Steep Hill' over ancient cobble stones, | | | | Inside the walls are two towers and a 14th |
| past antique and collector's shops towards the | | | | century prison, Cobb Hall, where people were |
| 'Cathedral Quarter'. Here you will find Lincoln | | | | publicly executed until 1868. |
| Cathedral rising towards the heavens. | | | | The castle houses one of the original copies of |
| The cathedral has taken centuries to build and | | | | the Magna Carta. |
| undergone many changes. This splendid example | | | | The Museum of Lincolnshire Life |
| of medieval architecture will simply take your | | | | Visit this museum to gain an insight into social and |
| breath away. Its treasures are many including one | | | | industrial history of England from the Elizabethan |
| of the four remaining copies of the original 'Magna | | | | period to the present day. Amongst the many |
| Carta' - currently on loan to Lincoln Castle. | | | | interesting displays you will be able to view one of |
| The arcading was designed by none other than | | | | the first tanks ever made. You will learn about |
| Sir Christopher Wren. The Cathedral holds many | | | | the life of the 'poacher' from exhibits of traditional |
| rare books in 'Wren's Library', including first | | | | poaching devices. Exhibits showing the evolution of |
| editions of Paradise Lost and Don Quixote. | | | | agriculture show how the region developed and is |
| Here you will see the shrine of St Hugh set in the | | | | still developing around the industry. |
| beautiful Angel Choir. Bishop Hugh began the | | | | Spoilt for Choice |
| rebuilding of the cathedral in 1192. | | | | Lincoln has so much to offer you will be spoilt for |
| The symbol of the city of Lincoln is the 'Lincoln | | | | choice. As well as all the historical sites there are |
| Imp' which can be seen sitting on a pillar inside the | | | | parklands and open spaces to enjoy a relaxing |
| cathedral. Legend has it that the imp was sent by | | | | stroll. Numerous cafes, bars and restaurants |
| Satan to destroy the cathedral and was turned | | | | provide a range of menus including some of the |
| into stone by an angel where it remains until this | | | | favourite local food. Enjoy a traditional English tea |
| day. | | | | at one of the tea shops. Visit the annual |
| Recently, the cathedral played host to the filming | | | | Christmas market for some traditional Christmas |
| of 'The Da Vinci Codes' which led to some claims | | | | gifts. Lincoln is a compact city so everything is |
| that here was the place where Mary Magdalene | | | | accessible on foot. Enjoy! |