Visitors to Lincoln Castle can not only walk in the footsteps of Kings, but also gain access to the impressive Victorian Prison, the Medieval Wall Walk and the one of a kind Magna Carta Vault. Plus the castle hosts a variety of special events and exhibitions throughout the year. Begun in 1068 by William the Conquerer, this major Norman Castle has been a symbol of power and punishment throughout the ages. Today this world-class attraction provides you with the chance to immerse yourself in history as you discover stories of Kings and convicts.
Cafe / Tea Room- Guided Tours
Accessible- Toilets
- Baby Facilities
Gift Shop- Groups Welcome
- Meeting Facilities
Cafe / Tea Room
Guided Tours
Accessible
Toilets
Baby Facilities
Gift Shop
Groups Welcome
Meeting Facilities
Guided Tours
Learn more about Lincoln Castle’s rich history. Lasting between forty-five minutes to an hour, this is a unique opportunity to gain an introduction or a deeper insight into Lincoln Castle’s intriguing past.
Explore the Castle Grounds
Enjoy exploring and relaxing in the well-kept green space inside the Lincoln Castle Grounds. The perfect family-friendly spot for relaxing, picnicking and learning about the castle’s past.
Built by William the Conquerer, Home to Magna Carta
With over a 1000 years of history and providing a very secure home to an original 1215 Magna Carta, Lincoln Castle is a significant cultural attraction and landmark.
One of only two castles in the UK to have two mottes. Lincoln Castle has a commanding position - discover far reaching views as you scale the heights on the 360 degree Medieval Wall Walk and explore towers, dungeons and uncover what life was like inside the imposing Victorian Prison.
Scale the heights
inspiring sights
Scale the heights on Lincoln Castle’s 360 degree Medieval Wall Walk. Explore towers and dungeons and discover excellent views of the Cathedral and further out across Lincolnshire.
Magna Carta - an international icon, symbolic of liberty and freedom
Visit the internationally renowned Magna Carta at Lincoln Castle. Discover one of only four remaining original copies of Magna Carta in the vault located at Lincoln Castle. View the original and iconic document sealed by King John that changed the course of history.
Enter the David P J Ross Magna Carta Vault and see the spectacular Great Charter Wall and impressive baron shields display. Discover more about the history through accessible and engaging footage displayed on the underground 210 degree cinema screen.
Magna Carta
discover history
Only four of the original 1215 charters survive and one of them is held at Lincoln Castle in a purpose-built vault with the most exacting environmental specification.
Sealed by King John at Runnymede, Magna Carta was to secure a truce in a civil war, its limitation of the king’s power was radical.
The law was to be supreme and the king himself was not above the law. Over 800 years later several clauses still have resonance for our civil liberties. ‘To no one will we sell, to no one deny or delay right or justice’. For its safety Lincoln’s Magna Carta spent World War II in the United States in the very secure Fort Knox.
Charter of the forest
View the Charter of the Forest on display alongside Magna Carta. Learn about this very significant milestone for the rights of ordinary people and the impact it has had up to the present day.
Victorian Prison
Explore the prison at Lincoln Castle. Discover fascinating stories and restored prison cells. Gain insight into what life behind bars was like.
food & drink
Langton's Cafe at Lincoln Castle
Langton’s is situated in the castle grounds and is open to visitors, residents, shoppers and those enjoying quiet time in the grounds of the castle.
what's on at Lincoln Castle
Here is a selection of the events planned at Lincoln Castle. Visit their website for the complete calendar.
opening times
Last admission one hour before closing
Closed 24th to 26th December and 1st January
Guided Tours: Tour times will be 11am, 12noon and 1pm
entry & prices
For more information please Visit Lincoln Castle's website.
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Lincoln Castle
Castle Square
Lincoln
LN1 3AA
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