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Brayford Pool at sunset
Brayford Pool at sunset

Brayford Pool


Not precisely an historic building, but there didn't seem to be any other category to place it in! This historic waterfront area of Lincoln marks the point where the Roman Fossdyke meets the River Witham to link Lincoln to the sea.

In the medieval period Brayford Pool was much larger than it is today, and was the cente of a thriving waterborne trade. Near Brayford Pool was the testing ground for William Foster, inventor of the tank. In modern times the area became dilapidated, but it has now been rescued from decline with the building of waterside paths, new shopping centres, and new buildings for Lincoln University.

Attractive walkways now line the Pool area, which is known for its population of mute swans. Near Brayside is the 15th century Witch and Wardrobe pub, which is - apparently - haunted by a pair of ill-fated lovers, and a playful poltergeist.

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Details
Brayford Pool
Brayford Wharf North
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
England
LN1 1YX
Location: A very short walk from Lincoln High Street along the River Witham.
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OS SK972711


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    Nearest Hotels to Brayford Pool

Holiday Inn Lincoln Lincoln Holiday Inn Lincoln - 0.1 miles away
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Stay from: £45.00
White Hart Hotel Lincoln White Hart Hotel - 0.5 miles away
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Stay from: £99.00
Charlotte House Lincoln Charlotte House - 0.5 miles away
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Stay from: £59.00

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Nearest Attractions

High Bridge
0.2 miles (Historic Property)

St Mary-le-Wigford
0.2 miles (Church)

Lincoln Guildhall
0.2 miles (Historic Property)

Greyfriars
0.3 miles (Historic Property)

Jews House
0.4 miles (Historic Property)

Jews Court
0.4 miles (Historic Property)

Cardinal's Hat and Dernstall House
0.4 miles (Historic Property)

St Mary's Guildhall
0.4 miles (Historic Property)

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Bail House - from 49.00
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