Trains From Nottingham to Lincoln

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Plan your trip to Lincoln

This historic Lincolnshire city is instantly recognisable by the towering silhouettes of Lincoln Cathedral and Lincoln Castle, and is famous for its exceptionally well-preserved medieval and Roman heritage. Now a modern university city, it also hosts a range of annual events including the Asylum Steampunk Festival, the largest steampunk festival in the world, and the Lincolnshire Show, celebrating the county’s agricultural excellence. Whether you’re looking for medieval architecture, independent shops on cobbled streets, or vibrant cultural venues, Lincoln delivers an unforgettable experience.

Lincoln for kids and families

Lincoln offers a great mix of educational fun and outdoor activities, perfect for a family day out, all within a short stroll of the main transport links.

• Lincoln Castle: you can walk the Medieval Wall Walk, explore towers and dungeons, discover the Victorian Prison, and get some of the best views of Lincoln from on high.

• Lincoln Cathedral: towering above everything around it, and lit up majestically at night, the cathedral is home to the famous Lincoln Imp, a legendary grotesque carved into the stonework, which is the city’s symbol

• Museum of Lincolnshire Life: this free museum features recreations of typical homes, period shops, and even a First World War tank, with dressing-up stations and play zones for children

• Brayford Waterfront: Lincoln’s historic inland harbour, where kids can feed the ducks or watch the boats go by

Free things to do in Lincoln

You don’t need to spend a fortune to enjoy Lincoln’s rich history and natural beauty.

• Lincoln Arboretum: stroll the beautiful Grade II listed arboretum, a picturesque Victorian park complete with winding paths, a bandstand and a children’s play area

• Newport Arch: walk through the most complete surviving Roman archway in the UK still used by traffic

• Usher Gallery: Lincoln’s major art gallery, with a substantial collection of fine and decorative art

• Steep Hill: this narrow cobbled road climbs from the High Street to the castle and cathedral, and is the centre of Lincoln’s independent shop scene

• Temple Gardens: a peaceful green space with contemporary sculptures, perfect for a quiet moment near the cathedral

Lincoln, city of culture

The New Theatre Royal Lincoln, a Grade-II listed Victorian theatre, hosts musicals, pantomimes, comedy nights, and family shows. The Engine Shed, on the University of Lincoln campus, puts on major artists and club nights, while The Drill, a newly renovated arts and entertainment hub close to the city centre, has everything from theatre and dance to live music and film.

Shop till you drop in Lincoln

Lincoln’s shopping scene caters to every taste and budget.

• Waterside Shopping Centre: a modern indoor mall near the Brayford Waterfront with plenty of high street favourites

• Cornhill Quarter: for stylish shopping set within historical architecture

• Steep Hill, The Strait and Bailgate: the city’s charming cobbled historic streets, in the area known as ‘uphill Lincoln’, are packed with unique shops selling vintage finds, handmade gifts, and local crafts

• Cornhill Market: Previously known as Lincoln Central Market, this revamped indoor market offers fresh produce, local delicacies and more

Lincoln’s food hotspots

Lincoln has a burgeoning food scene with a great emphasis on quality local produce, particularly the world-famous Lincolnshire sausage, made of coarse-ground pork and traditional sage seasoning. For fine dining in a medieval building, visit The Jews House Restaurant, or head to Hobbsons Restaurant & Pie Shop for a hand-crafted pie. If you’re after afternoon tea, there’s the Stokes High Bridge Café, in a 14th century building actually on the bridge (the only bridge in the UK that still has buildings on it), Bells Tea Shop at the top of Steep Hill or Rising Café, which is run by the Betel UK charity.