Accessible Britain

Lincoln Cathedral
059 Lincoln Cathedral, Lincolnshire
Address: Minster Yard LN2 1PX Web: www.lincolncathedral.com Tel: 01522 561600 Hours: July–Aug Mon–
Fri 7.15am–8pm, Sat & Sun 7.15am–6pm; Sept–June Mon–Sat 7.15am–6pm, Sun 7.15am–5pm: Evensong
is at 5.30pm (Mon–Sat) and 3.45pm (Sun) Dates: occasional closures for special events, check ahead Entry:
[D]£6 [C]free [A]£8 [5–16s]£4.80 [under 5s] free [Con]£6.40 [Fam] £20.80
THE EAST MIDLANDS AND EAST ANGLIA
Dominating Lincoln’s skyline, this beautiful church is situated at the top of a steep cobbled
hill overlooking the city centre. While the cathedral’s architecture and interior are indeed
imposing, it is also a place of peace and spirituality and a must-see if you’re in the area.
The entrance is through the west door into the nave with its vast vaulted ceilings and
massive piers. Down the left side, a series of beautiful and tactile wooden sculptures
depict the Stations of the Cross. Beyond them, the north–south transept is illuminated
by a unique pair of rose windows – the Bishop’s Eye and the Dean’s Eye. You then come
to the heart of the cathedral, St Hugh’s Choir, with its splendid oak carvings. Behind
the high altar is the aptly named Angel Choir, the well-camouflaged home of the
celebrated and much-searched-for Lincoln Imp. Through the northeast transept is the
cloister, a tranquil setting for quiet reflection, which provides access to the nine-sided
chapterhouse and a fine library designed by Sir Christopher Wren. There are interesting
and informative free guided tours at intervals throughout the day.
Parking is the only major access problem at Lincoln Cathedral. The streets in the
surrounding area are narrow and cobbled, with limited access for vehicles. Although
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