Welcome to Lincoln Castle

A place where kings and convicts have walked
A symbol of power and punishment through the ages
Home to an original 1215 Magna Carta

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Medieval Wall Walk

Medieval Wall Walk

Explore towers and dungeons around the 360 degree wall walk

 Victorian Prison

Victorian Prison

Experience the imposing Victorian prison and extraordinary chapel

 Magna Carta

Magna Carta

See the iconic charter that changed the course of history

Did you know

Prisoner Joseph Ralph escaped and was captured twice in 1854. The first time, he climbed over the castle wall using netting from the prison governor's garden. He pinched a ladder from the courthouse the second time.

opening times

31st October 2021 to 26th March 2022
10.00am - 4.00pm
27th March 2022 to 30th October 2022
10.00am - 5.00pm
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You can now unlock 1000 years of history year round with the Lincoln Castle Annual Pass. Buy Tickets