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Sunday 20th July 2008

Places to go in Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire abounds with heritage buildings and landmarks.

History buffs have a field day exploring structures of national significance, from the renowned cathedral at Lincoln to the local answer to Venice's Rialto Bridge – the Glory Hole. Aviators have a grand day out at the Newark Air Museum, while those who prefer to navigate by boat can learn more about bygone narrowboating at the Torksey Interpretation Centre.

Local attractions

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Brayford Pool is a large expanse of water at the junction of the Fossdyke and Witham Navigations in the centre of …

  • Historic structure

The building in which thismuseum ishoused is as interesting as its contents. A 15th century guildhall, this is the …

  • Museum

Birdoswald is one of the most spectaular locations for a Roman fort on Hadrian's Wall. Recent excavations, gateways …

  • Historic building

Gainsborough Old Hall is a large timber-framed medieval house dating back to the 15th century. Originally a 13th …

  • Historic building

Lincoln was the third city of the realm in prosperity and importance by Norman times, and it was in 1068, two years …

  • Historic building

Lincoln Cathedral is a truly magnificent building and well worth visiting. The original structure was consecrated …

  • Historic building

Built around 1230, possibly for Robert de Tattersall, St. Leonard's Church is a fine example of Early English …

  • Historic building

This beautiful example of medieval brick architecture was opened to the public in 1914. It has four floors, each …

  • Historic building

The Torksey Interpretation Centre, by Torksey Lock on the Fossdyke Navigation in Lincolnshire, contains …

  • Leisure attraction
  • Visitor centre

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