Lincoln Sightseeing & Activities Guide

recommended places to visit and things to do in or near Lincoln


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maintained by the RAF, visitors can admire the only flying Lancaster Bomber in Europe, as well as Spitfires, Hurricanes and a Douglas Dakota

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plantsman's paradise containing over 2.400 different choice varieties of herbaceous perennials arranged into areas with different growing conditions to provide inspiration to gardeners whatever their soil and aspect

The Workhouse

Southwell

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built in 1842 as the last resort for the destitute, the stories of the people who lived and worked here help tell the poignant history

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impressive castle built by William the Conqueror in 1068 and housing an original copy of Magna Carta. A cinema with a wraparound screen tells the story

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a fine Norman Cathedral which has been embellished over the centuries and home of the famous Lincoln Imp, said to have been cast into stone for his impishness!

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  • World War II

The air museum is located on part of the former World War Two airfield of RAF Winthorpe with a wealth of military aviation history