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If Lincoln were merely an empty shell, it would still deserve a visit for the extraordinary exterior. Here is art in stone. The west front, in particular, is magnificent in its use of sculptural detail and the richness of its design. Lincoln was largely rebuilt beginning in 1186 after a fire destroyed the earlier Norman church. Under the direction of Hugh of Avalon (Great Saint Hugh), the choir and eastern transepts were built, followed (1215-55) by the nave and chapter house. The angel choir is a masterpiece of the Decorated style. Look up at the central tower. It rises to 271 feet. Now imagine a spire extending another 284 feet up! That tower fell down in 1548. In the south east porch is the "Judgement Portal", with its marvellous relief carvings of Christ presiding over the Last Day, and in the choir is the "crazy vault" of intertwining ribs crisscrossing the bay. Everywhere you look are incredible carvings in wood and stone. Plan on spending a long time at Lincoln Cathedral. more details ...
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, LN2 1PZ

About Lincoln Cathedral
Attraction Type: Cathedral
Website: Lincoln Cathedral
Email: visitors@lincolncathedral.com
Phone: 01522 544 544
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Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express

Heritage Highlight: Look for the Lincoln Imp carving, and the 'crazy vaulting'
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Baker House - 2.7 miles from Lincoln Cathedral Lincoln, Lincolnshire Sleeps: 5 Stay from: £295

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The Stable - 5.9 miles from Lincoln Cathedral Lincoln, Lincolnshire Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £185

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White Hart Hotel - 0 miles from Lincoln Cathedral Lincoln, Lincolnshire Stay from: £0.00

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Duke William Cottage - 0.4 miles from Lincoln Cathedral Lincoln, Lincolnshire From: £88.95

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Lincoln (Castle Hill)
Tourist Information Centre
9 Castle Hill
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
England
LN1 3AA
Tel: 01522 873213
Alternate Tel: 01522 873256
Fax: 01522 541452
Email: tourism@lincoln.gov.uk
Web: http://www.lincoln.gov.uk/
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