Facilities

Facilities at Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace

  • Parking

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    There are no parking facilities at the palace. There is one disabled parking space only. Parking around the nearby cathedral is free of charge.

  • Food And Drink

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    A vending machine serves coffee, tea and hot chocolate.

  • Picnic Area

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    You are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the peaceful Heritage Garden, which has amazing views over Lincoln. You may sit on the grass area or use one of the benches provided.
  • Shop

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    The gift shop sells a range of English Heritage gifts, including medieval and Edwardian souvenirs, books and soft toys. Children's knight costumes, wooden swords, bows and arrows are also available.
  • Toilets

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    There is one accessible toilet.

  • Dogs

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    Dogs are allowed on leads.

  • Gardens

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    Relax and enjoy the unique contemporary Heritage Garden, designed by Mark Anthony Walker, a haven of peace and tranquillity.

  • Family Friendly

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    Push Chairs Allowed

    Pushchairs are allowed, but are not recommended due to the quantity of stone steps throughout the site. Pushchairs can be left in the gift shop.
  • Venue Hire

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    Available For Event Hire

    We have education rooms, and meeting rooms with kitchen facilities, for hire.  The Alwick tower has two exhibition rooms whcih provide great display spaces. Please contact the site for more details.
  • Commercial Photograph And Filming

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    English Heritage welcomes amateur photographers to our sites and we hope you will share your pictures of your visit with us on social media.

    If you are looking to use one of our sites for commercial, corporate or professional photography or as a filming location, please contact our filming team as soon as possible to check availability and acquire the relevant permissions and paperwork.

    Due to the delicate nature of our sites, English Heritage does not permit drone flying from or over sites in our care, except by contractors or partners undertaking flights for a specific purpose, who satisfy stringent CAA criteria, have the correct insurances and permissions, and are operating under controlled conditions.

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