Lincoln Cathedral
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Overview
An unusual claim that Lincoln Cathedral can apparently make, is that for almost 300 years it was the tallest building in the world. Not only is it large, it is also intricate. Almost everywhere is the most fine and detailed carving, demonstrating a workmanship that seems nearly impossible to believe. Children love to seek out the Lincoln imp, a grotesque figure carved into a pillar of the Angel Choir. This devilish figure became popular after the Prince of Wales (later Edward VII) was presented with a cravat pin depicting the imp. Soon after that he won at the races, and gave the credit for his good luck to the figure on his pin. As well as its intricate and stunning stone work, the Cathedral also has close links with the RAF, and the Airman’s Chapel has four amazing stained glass windows. Photo credits: 1 – Malc Sellars; 2 – Dick Makin; 3 – Ian Bell; 4 – Jim Newton.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year, daily; Jul–Aug, Mon–Fri 7.15am–8pm, Sat–Sun 7.15–6; Sep–Jun, Mon–Sat 7.15–6, Sun 7.15–5; Medieval and Wren Libraries open limited hours, Apr–Oct, Mon–Sat
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
About the area
Much of the fenland around the Wash has been drained of its marshes and reclaimed as highly productive farmland. Further north, the coastline, with its sandy beaches, has been developed to accommodate the holiday industry, with caravans, campsites and the usual seaside paraphernalia.
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Little Redlands B&B
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Bridleway Bed & Breakfast
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The Stables
Set in a private garden next to the grounds of Doddington Hall, an Elizabethan manor house, The Stables are the ideal place for a visit to Lincoln, which is just down the road. There’s ...
The Stables, The Old Rectory Doddington
Set in a private garden next to the grounds of Doddington Hall, an Elizabethan manor house, The Stables are the ideal place for a visit to Lincoln, which is just down the road. There’s ...
