Newport Arch, Lincoln

Name: Newport Arch
Address: 50 Bailgate, Lincoln, LN1 3AP, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1522 545006

#10 among attractions in Lincoln

Arch, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

Newport Arch is a 3rd-century Roman gate in the city of Lincoln, Lincolnshire. It is a Scheduled monument and Grade I listed building and is reputedly the oldest arch in the United Kingdom still used by traffic. ()

Coordinates: 53°14'14"N, 0°32'18"W

Address

50 BailgateLincoln LN1 3AP United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1522 545006

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Day trips

Newport Arch – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln Castle, Lincoln Drill Hall, Empowerment Sculpture.

~1130 ftSE
11th-century Gothic place of worship
Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln
6 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...
~1050 ftSW
Guided tours of 11th-century fortress
Lincoln Castle, Lincoln
6 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...
0.5 miS
Theater, Concerts and shows
Lincoln Drill Hall, Lincoln
14 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.
0.6 miS
Monuments and statues
Empowerment Sculpture, Lincoln
16 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.
~1910 ftS
Museum, History museum, Art museum
The Collection, Lincoln
10 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.
0.5 miS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Theatre Royal, Lincoln
12 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.
~1480 ftW
Museum, History museum
Museum of Lincolnshire Life, Lincoln
8 min walk • The Museum of Lincolnshire Life is a museum in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, in the UK. The museum collection is a varied social history that reflects and celebrates the culture of the county of Lincolnshire and its people from 1750 to the present day.
0.9 miW
53°14'2"N • 0°33'37"W
Carholme Golf Club, Lincoln
24 min walk • Golf
~1760 ftSE
Museum, Romanesque architecture, Architecture
Lincoln Medieval Bishop's Palace, Lincoln
9 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.
~1070 ftS
Market, Shopping
Lincoln Christmas Market, Lincoln
6 min walk • Lincoln Christmas Market, held in Lincoln, England, is one of the largest Christmas markets in Europe, attracting over 250,000 people over the four-day event. Held around three weeks before Christmas, the market spreads around the historic centre of Lincoln including the castle and cathedral.
~1210 ftS
City, Archaeological site
Lindum Colonia, Lincoln
6 min walk • Lindum Colonia was the Latin name for the settlement which is now the City of Lincoln in Lincolnshire. It was founded as a Roman Legionary Fortress during the reign of the Emperor Nero or possibly later.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Newport Arch open?

Newport Arch is open:

Monday 12 pm - 2 pm & 5 pm - 12 am
Tuesday 12 pm - 2 pm & 5 pm - 12 am
Wednesday 12 pm - 2 pm & 5 pm - 12 am
Thursday 12 pm - 2 pm & 5 pm - 12 am
Friday 12 pm - 2 pm & 5 pm - 12 am
Saturday 12 pm - 2 pm & 5 pm - 12 am
Sunday 12 pm - 2 pm & 5 pm - 12 am

Which popular attractions are close to Newport Arch?

Nearby attractions include St Mary Magdalene, Lincoln (1 min walk), Lincoln Cathedral Library, Lincoln (6 min walk), Lincoln Castle, Lincoln (6 min walk), Lincoln Christmas Market, Lincoln (6 min walk).

How to get to Newport Arch by public transport?

The nearest stations to Newport Arch:

Bus

Siemens • Lines: 1 (20 min walk)
Lincoln Central Bus Station (20 min walk)

Train

Lincoln Central (20 min walk)