Brayford Island, Lincoln

Name: Brayford Island
Address: Lincoln, United Kingdom

#43 among attractions in Lincoln

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Facts and practical information

The Brayford Island is a man-made island that lies in the Brayford Pool in the centre of Lincoln in England. A single willow tree covers the island. It is also known as Swan Island as it is a site for nesting swans. ()

Coordinates: 53°13'41"N, 0°32'42"W

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Lincoln United Kingdom

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Day trips

Brayford Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.5 miN
Guided tours of 11th-century fortress
Lincoln Castle, Lincoln
13 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...
~1840 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Lincoln Drill Hall, Lincoln
9 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.
~1550 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Swithin's Church, Lincoln
8 min walk • St. Swithin's Church, Lincoln is a Grade II* listed parish church located in St Swithin's Square, Lincoln, England.
~1310 ftE
Monuments and statues
Empowerment Sculpture, Lincoln
7 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.
0.4 miNE
Museum, History museum, Art museum
The Collection, Lincoln
11 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.
~960 ftE
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.
~300 ftNW
Harbor, Scenic walking areas, Park
Brayford Pool, Lincoln
2 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.
~1600 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Theatre Royal, Lincoln
8 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.
0.4 miS
Church
St Peter at Gowts, Lincoln
11 min walk • St Peter at Gowts is a Grade I listed parish church in Lincoln, England.
0.7 miNW
53°14'2"N • 0°33'37"W
Carholme Golf Club, Lincoln
20 min walk • Golf
0.5 miNE
Market, Shopping
Lincoln Christmas Market, Lincoln
13 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 Brayford Island?

Nearby attractions include Brayford Pool, Lincoln (2 min walk), High Bridge, Lincoln (5 min walk), The Engine Shed, Lincoln (5 min walk), Lincoln Performing Arts Centre, Lincoln (5 min walk).

How to get to Brayford Island by public transport?

The nearest stations to Brayford Island:

Train

Lincoln Central (7 min walk)

Bus

Thomas Cooper Church • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Lincoln Central Bus Station (9 min walk)