Guildhall and Stonebow, Lincoln

Name: Guildhall and Stonebow
Address: Lincoln, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1522 873507

#40 among attractions in Lincoln

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Facts and practical information

The Guildhall and Stonebow, Lincoln, has been the meeting place of Lincoln City Council from Medieval times to the present. The term Stonebow, which is derived from the Danish word stennibogi, indicates a stone archway that visitors entering the city from the south, along the High Street, would have passed through. It is a Grade I listed building. Lincoln City Hall, a 20th-century building on Orchard Street, provides further accommodation for the city council. ()

Built: 1520 (505 years ago)Coordinates: 53°13'46"N, 0°32'21"W

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Lincoln United Kingdom

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+44 1522 873507

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Day trips

Guildhall and Stonebow – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln Castle, Lincoln Drill Hall, St Swithin's Church.

~1940 ftN
11th-century Gothic place of worship
Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln
10 min walk • Lincoln Cathedral, formally known as the Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Lincoln, is a stunning Gothic church that dominates the skyline of Lincoln, England. Constructed in 1072, this ancient cathedral has been a place of worship and a symbol of...
~1910 ftN
Guided tours of 11th-century fortress
Lincoln Castle, Lincoln
10 min walk • Lincoln Castle, a Norman fortress with a rich history spanning centuries, stands proudly in the city of Lincoln, United Kingdom. Built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, this castle is a testament to medieval military architecture and has played a pivotal...
~500 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Lincoln Drill Hall, Lincoln
3 min walk • Lincoln Drill Hall is a former drill hall in Lincoln in England which is now used as a multi-purpose arts centre and theatre.
~590 ftSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Swithin's Church, Lincoln
3 min walk • St. Swithin's Church, Lincoln is a Grade II* listed parish church located in St Swithin's Square, Lincoln, England.
~330 ftS
Monuments and statues
Empowerment Sculpture, Lincoln
2 min walk • Empowerment is a public sculpture in the centre of the city of Lincoln in England. Designed by the artist Stephen Broadbent, sponsored by Alstom Power, and completed in 2002, the sculpture spans the River Witham in Lincoln's City Square.
~1030 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Art museum
The Collection, Lincoln
5 min walk • The Collection is the county museum and gallery for Lincolnshire in England. It is an amalgamation of the Usher Gallery and the City and County Museum.
~450 ftSW
Bridge
High Bridge, Lincoln
3 min walk • High Bridge carries the High Street across the River Witham in Lincoln in eastern England. It is the oldest bridge in the United Kingdom which still has buildings on it.
~1480 ftW
Harbor, Scenic walking areas, Park
Brayford Pool, Lincoln
8 min walk • The Brayford Pool is a natural lake formed from a widening of the River Witham in the centre of the city of Lincoln in England.
~440 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Theatre Royal, Lincoln
3 min walk • The New Theatre Royal Lincoln is a theatre in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England. The present theatre, initially called the New Theatre Royal, was built in 1893 to the designs of Bertie Crewe and W.G.R. Sprague.
0.9 miW
53°14'2"N • 0°33'37"W
Carholme Golf Club, Lincoln
24 min walk • Golf
~1620 ftNE
Museum, Romanesque architecture, Architecture
Lincoln Medieval Bishop's Palace, Lincoln
8 min walk • The Old Bishop's Palace is a historic visitor attraction in the city of Lincoln, Lincolnshire. When it was first built, in the late 12th century, it was at the centre of the vast Diocese of Lincoln, which stretched from the Humber to the Thames.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Guildhall and Stonebow?

Nearby attractions include St Benedict's Church, Lincoln (1 min walk), Empowerment Sculpture, Lincoln (2 min walk), Theatre Royal, Lincoln (3 min walk), High Bridge, Lincoln (3 min walk).

How to get to Guildhall and Stonebow by public transport?

The nearest stations to Guildhall and Stonebow:

Bus

Lincoln Central Bus Station (6 min walk)
Siemens • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)

Train

Lincoln Central (6 min walk)