The 900 year old Cathedral is a must for every visitor to Lincoln. The architecture is stunning inside and out. It is very pleasant to walk around the outside at well as the inside. Voluntary donations are requested by the guides at the entrance. The Choir, the Cloisters and the Chapter House are areas not to miss. There is a well-stocked shop with lots of Lincoln souvenirs, a tea-room and toilets. Guided tours and free information leaflets available. The Cathedral Library holds regular exhibitions throughout the year. Services are held every day, which visitors may attend. Concerts of orchestral, choral or organ music take place most weekends. Open 7.15am - 6.00pm during the Winter. Phone 01522 544544 for further information. or look at our events program for the Cathedral

A complete Norman Castle with spectacular views from the top of the walls and the Observatory Tower. Inside the walls is a large grassed area and several buildings which house the County Court and the old Victorian prison. The prison can be viewed and contains waxworks showing the conditions in which prisoners were kept, and it's unique chapel. Also on show is Lincoln's Magna Carta dating from 1215, together with interpretive displays. Gift shop and toilets.

Range of special events throughout the year including medieval battle re-enactments, fireworks displays, Christmas Market etc. Open 9.30am - 4.00pm (Sundays 11.00am-5.30pm). Telephone 01522 511068 for further information or look at our Castle events program

Or visit the Friends of Lincoln Castle's own web site

A former mental hospital converted to visitor centre and conference venue. Attractions include the Sir Joseph Banks Conservatory with tropical plants and butterflies, fish; Large gardens with adventure playground and picnic tables. Pub, restaurant, coffee shop, gift shop and other specialist shops. Range of special events throughout the year. Free admission. Telephone 01522 560306.

The largest Social History Museum in the County It occupies a listed barracks built in 1857 for the Royal North Lincoln Militia. The Royal Lincolnshire Regimental Galleries have been refurbished at a cost of £225,000 and were opened by the Duke of York, HRH Prince Andrew on the 7th April. The new galleries tell the story of the Regiment through interactive displays, computers, videos and An audio tour. The museum also has a wide variety of displays including the interiors of Victorian shops and workshops, chemists, co-operative store, wheelwright etc. The museum contains one of the best agricultural collections in the country. Also and the earliest surviving tank built in Lincoln by William Foster and Co. Ltd. in 1917 is displayed. There are steam engines with occasional steam days. A great place for a rainy afternoon, suitable for all ages. Gift shop, tea room, toilets. Opening times, May to October 10.00am-5.30pm, November to April Monday to Saturday 10.00am-5.30pm, Sundays 2pm-5.30pm. Although not open Sundays in the winter . Temporary exhibitions throughout the year and special events. See monthly listings or telephone the museum for further information

A Glorious 18th century windmill is next door to the Museum of Lincolnshire Life on the top of Lincoln Edge. Ellis windmill is the sole survivor of nine mills in uphill Lincoln and it produces flour every weekend (wind willing). Private parties welcome.
May to September Saturday & Sundays: 2pm to 6pm. October to April Sundays 2pm to Dusk. . For further details telephone 01522 523870.

Friendly art gallery with displays of glass, porcelain, coins and watches, as well as paintings by local artists including Peter de Wint and William Logsdail. Many delightful pictures of Lincoln. Continuous programme of temporary exhibitions. Gift shop, tea room, grounds for picnics, toilets. Open 10.00am - 5.30pm, Sundays 2.00pm -5.00pm..

Run by English Heritage, this former medieval residence is a little known treasure in the shadow of the Cathedral. Romantic medieval ruins set in gardens with views over the city. Open April - September,
An anecdotal history of the palace, from parlour to privvy, de Chesney to Cromwell.

Lincoln now has a new cinema; The Odeon, on Brayford Wharf North is a purpose-built nine-Screen multiplex which opened in October 2001. It shows mainline films on general release. Film details in local press or telephone for details or visit there web site. There is a link on the What's On page to their national web site

Lincoln's only permanent theatre is the Theatre Royal, which hosts a wide variety of shows, from pantomime to opera. Small and friendly, with reasonable ticket prices. Details of forthcoming attractions can be found on our theatre page or available by telephone

The Broadbent Theatre is owned and run by amateur theatre company, The Lindsey Rural Players. It also plays host to several visiting companies both amateur and professional. Built in 1878, it was converted from Methodist Chapel to Theatre in 1971. The theatre takes its name from Roy Broadbent who was among those involved in the conversion of the building. The son of Roy, actor Jim Broadbent, is the Honorary President of the Lindsey Rural Players. Visit Broadbent Theatre's web site

The Lindsey Rural Players are members of the Little Theatre Guild of Great Britain.

Lincoln Shakespeare Company performs in various venues, including the Bishops Palace, The Cathedral, The Castle and The Lawn, with three plays a year. Worth seeking out. Next performance is at The Bishops Palace.Visit there web site for more info Tickets available from Way Ahead Box Office, Waterside Centre, Lincoln. Telephone 01522 523000.

The Adam and Eve, probably the oldest tavern in Lincoln is a city landmark in the shadow of the Cathedral. It has stood on Lindum Hill opposite the medieval Pottergate Arch for centuries and has been thriving social venue and community centre for at least the last 300 years. Unfortunately it has been under threat of closure but we hope no longer