Steep Yourself in History on a Holiday to Lincoln

Some of England’s most important historical and cultural monuments reside in the small town of Lincoln in the County of Lincolnshire. The most obvious is the majestic Lincoln Cathedral, which towers over the town and can be seen from almost fifty kilometres away. The cathedral was originally built on the site of a church in the year 1072, and since then has been constantly rebuilt and improved upon. Despite the fact that the builders were often learning new techniques and styles as they went along, today Lincoln Cathedral is a masterpiece of awe-inspiring vaults, pointed arches, flying buttresses and vivid circular stained glass windows. Another important monument that can be easily accessed from holiday accommodation within the town is the Lincoln Castle. This impressive Norman castle was built in the 11th century, and today visitors can walk around the complex and take in the magnificent views of the town and the cathedral. The castle also houses a museum, which displays one of the only four remaining copies of the Magna Carta. Lincoln also has a comprehensive museum and gallery called The Collection, which contains over two million archaeological artefacts, as well as contemporary arts. Rent your own holiday home in Lincoln and be amidst some of England’s most significant historical wonders.