Lincoln's Character Quarters

Lincoln's Character Quarters. . Lincoln has many attractions within walking distance of each other. These can be found in the different character quarters and can be easily reached by hopping on the Walk and Ride Bus., The Cathedral Quarter (including the Cultural Quarter) , The location of the city's major heritage attractions, many Roman monuments, a unique shopping experience and the centre of Lincoln's cultural activity., Lincoln Cathedral - One of Europe's finest gothic buildings that dominates Lincoln's skyline., Lincoln Castle - William the Conqueror's Castle dates from 1068. Inside the grounds see one of the four surviving Magna Cartas sealed by King John in 1215., The Collection: Art and Archaeology in Lincolnshire - A fabulous free to enter attraction for visitors to enjoy art and archaeology., Medieval Bishops' Palace - Climb the Alnwick Tower and enjoy the spectacular contemporary heritage garden., Lawn Visitor Centre - The grounds and attractions are free including the Sir Joseph Banks Tropical Conservatory, the John Dawber Garden and children's play area, and there are interesting shops, a café and guest accommodation., Museum of Lincolnshire Life and Ellis Mill - The museum's rich collections illustrate the history of life in the county and include a World War I Tank. Ellis Mill is a fine example of an 18th century working windmill., Lincoln Drill Hall - The refurbished multi-purpose arts and community venue in the centre of the City of Lincoln's Cultural Quarter., Theatre Royal - Lincoln's Grade II listed Victorian theatre., Steep Hill - This famous up-hill approach in the Cathedral Quarter has a charming mix of tearooms, cafés, craft shops, galleries and bookshops, along with the Jew's House, now a restaurant, Jews' Court and Harding House with its gallery., The High Street , The High Street Quarter is the city's principal shopping area with the Waterside Shopping Centre and St. Marks Shopping Centre, plus hidden gems, heritage sites, Roman monuments and arts and cultural attractions., The Guildhall - The official home of the Mayor and the City's Civic Insignia including the Richard II sword and Charles I mace which is displayed in the old debtors prison., Glory Hole and High Bridge - The only historic bridge in England with inhabited houses and the Glory Hole with its fascinating river walkway., The Brayford Waterfront , The Brayford Waterfront is a vibrant leisure area, home to the University of Lincoln campus, seasonal boat tours and a wide variety of entertainment venues including the new Lincoln Performing Arts Centre (LPAC) within the university campus. Follow the Brayford Waterfront Trail to discover the many varied aspects of this natural inland harbour.