Lincoln Castle

Lincoln Castle Built by William the Conqueror in 1068
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🏰 Our first headline show announcement for Live at Lincoln Castle 2027 is two of UK’s most beloved singer-songwriters Ja...
07/09/2026

🏰 Our first headline show announcement for Live at Lincoln Castle 2027 is two of UK’s most beloved singer-songwriters Jack Savoretti & James Morrison who will be joining us on Sunday 13th June 🎢

🎟️ Tickets go on sale Friday 11th September at 10am, sign up now for presale access 24 hours early πŸ‘‰πŸ» CuffeandTaylor.com/Register

πŸŽ“ Congratulations to all University of Lincoln graduates celebrating at Lincoln Castle today! If you're visiting the Cas...
07/09/2026

πŸŽ“ Congratulations to all University of Lincoln graduates celebrating at Lincoln Castle today!

If you're visiting the Castle, please be aware that our grounds are busier than usual as we host this year's graduation celebrations. You may notice event infrastructure and increased visitor numbers throughout the day, but we're still open and ready to welcome you.

Make the most of your visit by exploring the Victorian Prison, viewing Magna Carta, enjoying spectacular views from the Castle Walls, and meeting our newest resident dragon ... Hastings! πŸ‰

πŸ“Έ Graduates and visitors alike can capture some unforgettable photos on the Castle Walls, you just need to purchase your day ticket for access https://bit.ly/3UEtj04

Congratulations once again to the graduates of 2026. We hope you have a fantastic day celebrating your achievements! πŸŽ“πŸ°

Cobbler. Chaplain. Executioner.William Marwood led an extraordinary Victorian life that took him from Horncastle to beco...
06/09/2026

Cobbler. Chaplain. Executioner.

William Marwood led an extraordinary Victorian life that took him from Horncastle to becoming Britain's state ex*****oner. Discover the story behind the man, the 'long drop' method, and his links to Lincoln Prison in this captivating talk by Les Clayton.

🎟 Β£5 | β˜• Complimentary tea or coffee included
πŸ“… Saturday 12 September, 1pm

Book now: https://bit.ly/4x5XniA

Lincoln Castle is getting graduation-ready! πŸŽ“If you're planning to visit this weekend, you'll notice some infrastructure...
05/09/2026

Lincoln Castle is getting graduation-ready! πŸŽ“

If you're planning to visit this weekend, you'll notice some infrastructure being installed as we prepare to host this year's University of Lincoln graduation celebrations πŸͺ…

But don't worry, we're still open as usual, with plenty to discover: ✨ Take in the spectacular views from the Castle Walls ✨ Explore the Victorian Prison ✨ See Magna Carta ✨ Meet our new resident dragon!

We can't wait to welcome you

What A Summer β˜€οΈπŸ° From the thrilling Medieval Joust to the spectacular Weekend at the Asylum and, of course, the arrival...
04/09/2026

What A Summer β˜€οΈπŸ°

From the thrilling Medieval Joust to the spectacular Weekend at the Asylum and, of course, the arrival of our new resident dragon, it has been a summer to remember at Lincoln Castle!

September has already got off to an incredible start, with Lincoln Castle proudly hosting the official Tour Village for the Tour of Britain. 🚴 What an honour it was to welcome riders, supporters and visitors from across the country to celebrate this fantastic event.

But there's still plenty to look forward to this month!

πŸŽ“ University Graduation Celebrations
You may find the grounds are busier this month as we join the University of Lincoln in celebrating those graduating this year.

πŸ“– Saturday 12 September, 1pm
Lunchtime Talk: William Marwood: Cobbler, Chaplain and Executioner
Discover the fascinating story of William Marwood, the Victorian ex*****oner who developed the 'long drop' method and carried out his first ex*****on at Lincoln Prison within the Castle walls. Enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee as we reveal the Castle's connections to one of the most intriguing figures in British penal history πŸ‘‰https://bit.ly/465yOaE

🐾 Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 September, 10am - 5pm
Dog-Friendly Weekend
Bring your four-legged friends along and enjoy a PAWsome day out exploring the Castle together! πŸ‘‰https://bit.ly/4x2uFPH

And don't miss your opportunity to join one of our guided tours. These tours of the Castle Bailey are included in your day ticket but as places are limited it's best to book your place in advance πŸ‘‰ https://bit.ly/4ylEk53

We can't wait to welcome you this September and help create even more memorable moments at Lincoln Castle.

02/09/2026

Thank you everyone for coming to celebrate Tour of Britain with us today πŸŽŠπŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ What an incredible atmosphere it has been at Lincoln Castle.

The excitement doesn't stop here. Our new resident dragon is eagerly waiting to meet you all πŸ‰ and we have plenty more to look forward to, including:

🐾 dog-friendly days
🎀 fascinating lunchtime talks
✨ many more events throughout the year

Plus, don't forget that Live at Lincoln Castle concert announcements are coming in the months ahead. Watch this space πŸ‘€

We can't wait to welcome you back to Lincoln Castle soon! 🏰✨

Riders are now approaching the finish line - they will sleep well tonight 🎊
02/09/2026

Riders are now approaching the finish line - they will sleep well tonight 🎊

02/09/2026

We are loving the atmosphere here today! All of you fantastic visitors are making this day so special - and it is lovely to see so many of your furry friends πŸ•

02/09/2026
πŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ Make the Tour Village your next stop! 🏰The race is now in full swing! If you're in Lincoln this afternoon, head to ...
02/09/2026

πŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ Make the Tour Village your next stop! 🏰

The race is now in full swing! If you're in Lincoln this afternoon, head to the Tour Village at Lincoln Castle and make the most of the excitement.

πŸ“Ί watch all the action live on the big screen
πŸ₯€ pedal your way to a refreshing drink on the smoothie bike
πŸ” grab a bite to eat from a range of food vendors
πŸŽ‰ enjoy family-friendly activities and soak up the atmosphere

Come along, cheer on the riders, and be part of a fantastic day of cycling in Lincolnshire πŸ™Œ

Address

Castle Hill
Lincoln
LN13AA

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+441522782019

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