Greyfriars, Lincoln

Name: Greyfriars
Address: Lincoln, United Kingdom

#36 among attractions in Lincoln

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The Greyfriars, Lincoln was a Franciscan friary in Lincolnshire, England. The surviving building is the remains of the infirmary of the friary, built of dressed stone and brick and dating from c.1230, with mid 19th century additions. ()

Built: XIII centuryCoordinates: 53°13'45"N, 0°32'13"W

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Lincoln United Kingdom

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Greyfriars – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1870 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...
0.4 miN
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...
~180 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Lincoln Drill Hall, Lincoln
1 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.
~520 ftSW
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.
~530 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Empowerment Sculpture, Lincoln
3 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.
~990 ftN
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.
~860 ftW
Bridge
High Bridge, Lincoln
5 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.
~1960 ftW
Harbor, Scenic walking areas, Park
Brayford Pool, Lincoln
10 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.
~640 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Theatre Royal, Lincoln
4 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.
~1400 ftN
Museum, Romanesque architecture, Architecture
Lincoln Medieval Bishop's Palace, Lincoln
7 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.
~1870 ftN
Market, Shopping
Lincoln Christmas Market, Lincoln
10 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Greyfriars?

Nearby attractions include Lincoln Drill Hall, Lincoln (1 min walk), Guildhall and Stonebow, Lincoln (3 min walk), St Swithin's Church, Lincoln (3 min walk), Empowerment Sculpture, Lincoln (3 min walk).

How to get to Greyfriars by public transport?

The nearest stations to Greyfriars:

Bus

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

Train

Lincoln Central (7 min walk)