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Things to do in Lincoln, England: The Best Architectural Buildings
Discover the best top things to do in Lincoln, United Kingdom including Lincoln Cathedral, St Katherine's Heritage and Cultural Centre, Jew's House, Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace, St.Thomas' Church.
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1. Lincoln Cathedral
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4.5 based on 6,159 reviews
'I have always held and proposed against all comers to maintain that the Cathedral of Lincoln is out and out the most precious piece of architecture in the British Isles' - John Ruskin Lincoln Cathedral was for almost 300 years the tallest building in the world. Yet, in spite of its size, it is filled with intricate detail. Remigius, the Bishop who built the earliest part of the Cathedral in the Norman style, came over with William the Conqueror. Later, in Lincoln Cathedral the architects of the gothic style perhaps reached the pinnacle of their art. Everywhere you look there is the most intricate detail, walls, roofs elaborated by the finest carving. From the time of the death of the saintly Bishop of Lincoln, Hugh of Avalon who so lovingly restored the Cathedral after an earthquake in the 12th century, thousands of people have come on pilgrimage to this place of pilgrimage, holiness and prayer. In 1215 another Hugh Bishop of Lincoln, Hugh of Wells, was present at Runnymede along with Lincolnshire's Cardinal Archbishop Stephen Langton. When King John agreed to the barons' demands, copies of Magna Carta were made and distributed to sheriffs and cathedrals throughout England. Lincoln Cathedral's Magna Carta is one of only four from the original distribution still in existence. It is the only one to bear the name of its city.
Reviewed By X1381UAmichaels
Tour guides are excellent and this is a beautiful place in every sense Helpful and welcoming staff Enjoyed the cafe and exhibits We went back on several occasions Roof tour and floor tour worthwhile and look for the light coming through the stained glass windows and reflecting on the floor and columns
2. St Katherine's Heritage and Cultural Centre
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
3. Jew's House
4. Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace
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4.0 based on 309 reviews
Standing almost in the shadow of Lincoln cathedral, with sweeping views over the ancient city and the countryside beyond, the medieval bishops’ palace was once among the most important buildings in the country. The administrative centre of the largest diocese in medieval England, stretching from the Humber to the Thames, its architecture reflected enormous power and wealth. Explore the site as part of a day out in Lincoln. Guided by our audio tour, see the undercrofted East Hall and also the chapel range and entrance tower built by Bishop William Alnwick, who modernised the palace in the 1430s. Relax and enjoy the unique contemporary Heritage Garden, a haven of peace and tranquility. ⚠ Due to essential conservation work Lincoln Medieval Bishops Palace has limited access. The exhibition, Tower and West Hall are open with free admission. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.⚠ You can donate to help our conservation work by following the link below: https://bit.ly/2M6MgiZ
Reviewed By malc1005 - Kettering, United Kingdom
An amazing building, tucked just under the Cathedral. Well worth a visit, we loved it. Highly recommended.
5. St.Thomas' Church
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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