Lincoln Town Houses

The Easy Booking Company

2012-01-30T13:24:00.002Z

News:Free Worldwide Hotel & Conference Booking Facility

RELAX...
We can do the hard work for you. Here at The Easy Booking Company we offer a completely free service with no hidden costs or charges, saving you and your business time and money. With access to thousands of hotels worldwide we source the best non restricted room rates available. We also provide you with a free detailed management report at the end of each month, keeping you informed all the way. So sit back, relax and read on.
HOW IT WORKS...
Here at the Easy Booking Company we don't charge for our services. It works like this: When you call or e-mail us we just need to know the location, date, duration and budget. We will then search for matches and check availability. When you have selected your preferred hotel we will book it, send you an e-mail confirmation with the hotel booking reference, and then confirm it to the hotel. This means you can spend more time on important things like reading the paper or surfing the web!
ALL THINGS GREAT AND SMALL...
Conferences, meetings, motivation days, product launches and interview rooms. With years of experience we can deliver cost effective end to end solutions. We can take the stress out of finding that best value for money venue you are searching for. We offer all our clients the same high quality service and are committed to giving each client that personal touch, whether they book one small meeting room or multiple conferences a year.
LET US DO THE HARD WORK...
So you don't have to. All staff have years of experience and would be more than happy to advise you on hotels to suit you and your budget. Bringing you better value for money and a good night's sleep.

Wagamama Coming to Lincoln

2012-01-27T17:40:00.000Z

LoveLincoln.co.uk has heard the exciting news that Lincoln is expecting a new restaurant arrival in the form of wagamama!

It is believed that the old Harbour Master’s Office on Brayford Wharf North, which was given the green light for redevelopment last year, will house the new restaurant. The noodle-loving chain has confirmed that they are in the final stages of completing negotiations for the new venue.

A spokesperson for wagamama said: “We cannot provide any specific location details or opening date at this present moment.

“wagamama is very excited about the prospect of opening a new restaurant in harbourside, Lincoln and they will continue to keep wagamama fans updated with any news of new openings via their website.”

The new two-story building is set to be twice the size of the current one and will include a cantilevered balcony at ground level over the Brayford Pool.

Keep an eye on LoveLincoln.co.uk for any updates on this project!

Happy New Year

2012-01-11T15:08:00.000Z

It is with sadness that we have recently had to say goodbye to two of managed properties on Steep Hill.
The Ropery Town House, sleeping up to 6 was owned by a Gentleman who decided it was time to sell the property.
The owner of Spring Hill Town House, has decided that he would prefer to rent the property out on an assured short-hold tenancy and this is now available for a minimum of 12 months for £1200 per month.
We have recently taken a stunning one bedroomed cottage on the outskirts of Lincoln which is ideal for those who have pets! It is furnished to a very high standard and is located by a Nature Reserve. If you would like to know more, please call me to discuss.
Our one bed apartment on Drury Lane is available from 2 nights, however, the owner would prefer a Corporate Let and we welcome any enquiries for longer a longer term.
Castle View Cottage has always been popular. It is a quiet time of the year and so we offer this property at a slightly lower rate through January and sometimes into February. Again, please call me if you would like to discuss rates.
We continue to act as agents for many property owners in Lincoln, and so if we do not have what you are looking for, there is no harm in ringing me to see what I can find for you...I am very familiar with the area and am happy to find a suitable property for you or your clients.
Wishing you all a healthy happy and prosperous 2012
Alison

Moroccan Village

2011-12-09T13:47:00.000Z

1st -22nd December 2011
St Marks Lincoln
Moroccan Village
The Morrocan Village is taking place at St Marks from Thursday 1st to Thursday 22nd December 2011.
Experience a huge choice of artisan products from pottery and ceramics, through to handmade carpets and leather.
There will also be a Moroccan restaurant to allow you to experience the taste of real Morocco.
Open Mon, Thues, Wed, Fri & Sat from 9am-6pm
Thurs 9am-8pm & Sunday 10am-4pm

Another thing to be proud of in Lincoln

2011-12-09T13:37:00.001Z

Steep Hill, which connects uphill and downhill Lincoln, has been named the best street in Britain by the Academy of Urbanism.
The accolade was bestowed on Lincoln's most famous two thousand year-old street at an award ceremony on Friday 11th November, seeking off competition from Cockburn Street in Edinburgh and Byres Road in Glasgow.
The assessors took a tour of the street which forms part of the Roman route from the River Witham to Bailgate an d is home to two Norman houses - the Jew's House and Norman House.

Halfway up or halfway down your breath begins to pull
YOur legs start to feel like you've been dancing for a month Non Stop.
Hold onot the handrail as you negotiate Steep Hill
And pause, take your time, gaze in the windo of a cafe
Or a shop,
And picture people from the past or the years yet to come
Who took their time up this slope, paused and stood and looked
Or who will.
And celebrate the fact that some places simply aren't the same
As each other. They've got a handrail for instance. They're unique,
Like Steep Hill.
Written by Ian McMillan.

Lincoln's Steep Hill Wins Best UK Street AWARD

2011-11-14T15:34:00.000Z

Steep Hill in Lincoln has been named the best street in Britain by the Academy of Urbanism.
The street has won the title of 2012 Great Street at Friday afternoon’s Urbanism Awards, which recognises the best, most enduring or most improved urban environments.
The event is run by The Academy of Urbanism, whose members include industry-leading architects, planners, engineers, developers and designers.
During a visit to Lincoln, assessors from the Academy of Urbanism took on the challenge of climbing Steep Hill, which has a one in seven gradient.
Hosts from the City of Lincoln Council and Lincoln BIG took the assessors on a tour of the street, which forms part of the Roman route from the River Witham to Bailgate and is home to two Norman houses – the Jew’s House and Norman House.
Dating to Roman times as a connection between the Castle and town, Steep Hill is a narrow street characterised by its impressive gradient.
The street plays host to a variety of independent and entrepreneurial retail outlets, combined with events and entertainment to make this a welcoming and important destination regionally.
Kevin Murray, Chairman of The Academy of Urbanism, said: “Rising and turning gently as a connection between the city centre and Cathedral, Steep Hill has an immense historical quality.
“But it is not a place relying on its past for its future. Through the City Council, a Business Improvement Group is energetically working with local business and residents allowing the street to respond to the changing economic and social pressures of today.
“The Academy believes this care for our historic urban fabric whilst looking to the future should be recognised and rewarded,” Murray added.
Matt Corrigan, Chief Executive of Lincoln BIG, said: “This is brilliant news, Steep Hill is a really special place, and Lincoln BIG is delighted that its unique charm has been recognised this way.
“I think it makes us all realise that it’s not just one of Lincoln’s but one of the county’s unique and special places.
“For visitors, going up the hill is not a chore – it’s part of Lincoln’s charm, and is a special experience that rivals anything that any other world-class historic place can offer.”
City Councillor Neil Murray said: “We’re delighted that Steep Hill has been given the Great Street Award, and that the Academy of Urbanism recognised what a fantastic, unique place it is.
“It was great to show Steep Hill to the assessors, and I’d like to thank everyone who submitted photos – proving how passionate people are about it.”
The other winners were: European City of the Year – Lisbon, Portugal; The Great Town Award – Derry~Londonderry, Northern Ireland; The Great Neighbourhood of the Year – Old Town / Harbour, Margate; and The Great Place of the Year – Victoria Quarter, Leeds.

Corporate Bookings & Conference Facilities

2011-10-25T16:09:00.000+01:00

Free Worldwide Hotel & Conference Booking Facility

RELAX...
We can do the hard work for you. Here at The Easy Booking Company we offer a completely free service with no hidden costs or charges, saving you and your business time and money. With access to thousands of hotels worldwide we source the best non restricted room rates available. We also provide you with a free detailed management report at the end of each month, keeping you informed all the way. So sit back, relax and read on.

HOW IT WORKS...
Here at the Easy Booking Company we don't charge for our services. It works like this: When you call or e-mail us we just need to know the location, date, duration and budget. We will then search for matches and check availability. When you have selected your preferred hotel we will book it, send you an e-mail confirmation with the hotel booking reference, and then confirm it to the hotel. This means you can spend more time on important things like reading the paper or surfing the web!

ALL THINGS GREAT AND SMALL...
Conferences, meetings, motivation days, product launches and interview rooms. With years of experience we can deliver cost effective end to end solutions. We can take the stress out of finding that best value for money venue you are searching for. We offer all our clients the same high quality service and are committed to giving each client that personal touch, whether they book one small meeting room or multiple conferences a year.

LET US DO THE HARD WORK...
So you don't have to. All staff have years of experience and would be more than happy to advise you on hotels to suit you and your budget. Bringing you better value for money and a good night's sleep.
PLEASE DONT FORGET TO PREFIX ALL ENQUIRIES WITH LTH SO THAT I CAN PERSONALLY DEAL WITH YOUR ENQUIRY...MANY THANKS, ALISON RICHARDS

Discover Butterflies in Lincolnshire

2011-07-25T12:57:00.000+01:00

Lincolnshire is a haven for butterflies, and for those with a passion for lepidoptera, as a one off event to be hosted this month aims to prove.
Lincolnshire's Butterfly Conservation society is hosting a special event designed to demonstrate the diversity and quantity of butterflies and months in Lincolnshire's limewoods with a special event on 31st July at Chambers Farm Wood.
Attendees with meet at the Eduction Centre, built in 2010 by volunteers from reclaimed timber from the ancient limewoods.
The walk will take place at 11am and will be hosted by Peter Cawdell from the Butterfly Conservation Society.
Visitors to the event can expect to see white admiral, white-letter hairstreak, purple hairstreak and marbled white butterflies, and other species besides, all in their natural habitat.
Tel: 01522 560646

The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight

2011-06-27T13:20:00.000+01:00

Magnificent Second World War planes can occasionally be spotted in the skies above Lincolnshire - but have you seen them up close?
If not, why not make a note of two special open weekends when you can do just that!
The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF), based at RAF Coningsby, operates a Lancaster, five Spitfires, two Hurricanes, two Chipmunks and a Dakota.
Together, the planes, which perform regularly at airshows such as Waddington form a living tribute to all the RAF crew who gave their lives in the Second World War.
At the BBMF, Lincolnshire County Council runs a visitor centre featuring a permanent gallery, temporary exhibition space and shop.
To see the aircraft up close, visitors can also pay for a guided tour of the hangar where they are maintained by the RAF.
The BBMF is open Monday to Friday throughout the year (except bank holidays and Christmas), and on special summer open weekends, including Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st July and Monday 29th August.
Opening times are 10am to 5pm
Hangar tours from 10.30am to 3.30pm
For more information call 01526 344041

Grapevine Event at Lincoln Show Grou

2011-06-23T17:43:00.000+01:00

Grapevine is an event voicing a strong proclamation that the Church is alive and thriving and seeking to have a growing influence for good in this nation.
Grapevine provides an opportunity for Christians from all backgrounds and denominations to gather to celebrate the Christian faith and for the Ground Level family of Churches to have an annual focus which assists in equipping each local Church for the great commission.
In this 30th year of Grapevine, we want to celebrate all the good things that God has done through the years. Three decades have been interlaced with surprising and unexpected meetings with God. These 'encounter' times have created great memories but have also positioned us for active involvement in the years ahead. As we move forward, the words of Moses have prophetic importance: "If Your presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here".
We need the distinguishing mark of God's presence. Sometimes fire, sometimes wind and sometimes a still small voice. Often unexpected and always undeserved.
Let's press forward for more!

History Of Lincoln

2011-06-02T16:34:00.000+01:00

Just wanted you to get the link to this short video about Lincoln and The Strait with a history of the many buildings that line Steep Hill!

The Lancaster Bomber

2011-06-02T16:11:00.000+01:00

Special VIP days at East Kirkby are usually held on a Wednesday and are a whole day experience. The day starts at 9.30am with a briefing from either your pilot or/and a crew member and the day's co-ordinator. There are two tail down taxy runs on our VIP days one at 11am and the other at 1.30pm and places are limited to 18/20 people enjoying a taxy ride per VIP day. The 20 riders in the VIP party are divided into two groups with 10 on the 11am run and 10 on the 1.30pm run. The benefit of there being two taxy runs is that you ride on one and watch the other at close quarters. The taxy ride is completely unique and very different to the experience from outside the aircraft.

There is a lunch prepared especially for our VIP guests at 12 Noon. You can eat alongside the pilot and Lancaster ground crew providing you with another opportunity to ask them any technical questions and time to talk Lancasters! The VIP option offers you much longer inside the aircraft, boarding approx half an hour before your taxy run for your look around the first half of the aircraft, we also give you plenty of time after the run for you to complete your tour of the other half. All guests have the opportunity to sit in/visit each position throughout the aircraft whilst the aircraft is static and have the tour of the cockpit with the chance to sit in the pilot's seat. Whilst you are looking around the aircraft we have crew members on board to answer any questions you may have. Morning coffee, afternoon tea and homemade cake are also included on these days.

Guest option
There is also the chance for the person enjoying the taxy ride to bring a guest who gets the whole day, including a look inside the Lancaster and tour of the cockpit, but not the taxy ride for £70.00. The VIP day is run in a far more leisurely manner, providing you with time to absorb the airfield's history and sounds. Again all guests go home with a certificate signed by the pilot who has done the taxy run that day.

Price- £285.00 Places MUST be pre-booked!

For enquiries email:- louise@lincsaviation.co.uk

Gift vouchers for our Taxy Ride Experiences which are ideal for Birthdays and Christmas.

Steam Punk Festival Lincoln 2011

2011-06-01T15:08:00.000+01:00

THE VERY LATEST PLANS FOR 2011

Weekend at the Asylum 2011 will have a slightly different flavour. It is being developed into more of a Fringe style festival with options for you to buy tickets to just those features you wish to attend.

Friday and as usual the Steampunks will begin to gather around the Victoria during the afternoon. Control will open at 4pm and you will be able to claim your wristbands.

Friday night will see "Friday Night at the Asylum". (400 tickets) This is envisaged as a party night with up to four new bands showcasing their acts for the delights of the steampunk community. The Major will once again be hosting his celebrated Soiree. Music hall enters the 21st century. (120 tickets). The Victoria will be having an open access mini beer festival this evening too.

Saturday morning the Asylum will open its doors at 10.00 with exhibitors, publishers and guests in the main hall and a full programme of features and panels in the Little Theatre and Drawing Room. The Castle Lounge will host the annual exhibition with entries for the covetted Verne, Brunel, Pugin, Rosetti and Ruskin awards. Also on Saturday the Bazaar Eclectica will be opening its doors in the Castle Prison.

Special guests for Saturday include the inimitable Wilf Lunn, creative genius and boater wearer extraordinaire. A Doctor Who theme for the Exhibition Hall will have a cracking photo op and a chance to meet the highly entertaining Fraser Hines. Of course the Asylum wouldn't be the Assylum without the entertaining presence of world reknowned author and raconteur Robert Rankin.

Saturday night and the Asylum is turned over to the Third Annual Empire Ball. (300 tickets) A change in style for 2011 with the first half for dancing to recorded music and a buffet meal. Guest acts and Sunday Driver will take the stage before more dancing until late.

Professor Elemental will be joining you all once again too. A change of style at our second venue on Saturday night with "Putting the Punk in Steampunk" (250 tickets) hosted by The Men Who Will Not Be Blamed For Nothing plus support.

Sunday morning and the Asylum and Bazaar Eclectica open their doors for more trading, exhibiting, panels and workshops until the closing and awards ceremony at 4m.

Tickets are now on sale and selling incredibly quickly through our automated portal. There is a classic Asylum pass which grants access to the full day programme and exhibits, the Empire Ball and Friday Night at the Asylum. All features will also be available for purchase seperately too allowing you the opportunity to prearrange the festival you wish to attend.

Organisers are looking at possibly staging other fringe events and features during the course of the weekend. They are hoping to have a Siege of Peking dinner on Sunday night as well as a Dead Dog Party. Details will be posted as soon as they are fixed.
Keep an eye on the main web site!

Please note: We are not looking for street performance etc as part of this event. We would like to consider applications from static exhibits e.g. steam engines, organs, period vehicles etc.

Why stay in a Hotel in Lincoln

2011-06-01T14:26:00.000+01:00

I still find it difficult to understand why families or groups of people choose to stay in a hotel in Lincoln when Lincoln Town Houses provide so much more accommodation at affordable rates!
For example, Spring Hill Town House! It is located on Hungate, just at the base of Michaelgate, close to Lincoln Cathedral & Lincoln Castle.
There are 4 large bedrooms, 2 with en-suite facilities. Guests can enjoy a large open plan kitchen diner with separate utility and cloakroom on the ground level.
There is a stunning living room on the top floor with plenty of room for 8 people to sit and enjoy each others company.
Just as Hotels in Lincoln provide quality bedding and towels, we do too. Including aromatherapy based toiletries.
We may not be a Bed and Breakfast, but we do provide all our guests with a Welcome Basket which provides fresh milk, bread, butter, coffee, jam, other beverages, sugar and of course a bottle of wine!!
It is common knowledge that Lincoln's City Hotels are limited with parking! All our properties offer free parking. Another bonus!
But most of all we offer great value with all our 4 Gold Star rated houses.
Spring Hill Town House is just £26.25 per person per night when 8 of you share for 3 nights!!
A weekend break for 8 people is just £32.50 per person per night.
If anyone would like to contact me to ask any questions, please do not hesitate!
My office number is 01522 530274 or mobile 07795477780
I hope to see you soon!!
Many thanks
Alison

Big Times ahead for saved Lincoln City Park

2011-05-18T13:47:00.000+01:00

BIG TIMES AHEAD FOR SAVED CITY PARK

Organisers of a ‘Big Tidy Up’ and ‘Big Lunch’ event in Lincoln hope it will mark the start of a new lease of life for a City park which has recently been saved from development.

On Saturday 4th June, Wickham Gardens in Lincoln, will be just one of the venues taking part nationally in ’The Big Tidy Up’ organised by The Tidy Britain Campaign and ‘The Big Lunch’ which is an idea started by The Eden Project.

Event organiser Victoria Douch said, “The whole idea of the event is to make the area look nicer for families and give people a chance to get together with neighbours, members of the local community and have fun. We want Wickham Gardens to be a pleasant and safe place for families to come and to remind people what an asset it is to the uphill area of Lincoln. So, bring along a blanket and a picnic and enjoy this space which has provided a recreation area for the people of Lincoln for nearly 100 years.”

Wickham Gardens has been a play area for generations of children in the uphill area of Lincoln since the land was donated to the City by a former Dean of Lincoln Cathedral, the late Canon Wickham, in 1914. Last year the City of Lincoln Council proposed to sell the site for development, but protests from the local community resulted in the land being kept for recreation use.

SWINGS (Save Wickham Gardens, Infants Need Green Spaces) campaigned for the land to be retained as a play area, and the group are now working with the City of Lincoln Council to improve the site and raise funds to replace the play equipment which was removed, for Health and Safety reasons, by the Council in 2010.

To help with the ‘Big Tidy Up’ just turn up at Wickham Gardens on Saturday 4th June at 11am. All equipment will be provided. ‘The Big Lunch’ will start at 12noon and families are invited just to turn up and bring a picnic.

PHOTO AND INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES

RAF in Concert

2011-04-06T15:26:00.000+01:00

The Royal Air Force in Concert Tour are returning to some of England's most historic and beautiful locations to perform 'A Festival of English Music'
Join them for an inspiring and memorable evening as the Central Bank of the Royal Air Force take to the Cathedral stage and delight with performances of music from celebrated classical English composers such as Elgar (Nimrod) and Holst (The Planets).
Held in support of the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust, they are raising valuable funds to support the RAF and its family of charities. The Trust invites you to join them to celebrate English music and achievement.

Wednesday 4th May

Lincoln Cathedral

Performance commences at 7.30pm

telephone 0800 107 1940

Ticket prices:£16.00 £12.00 £6.00

New Deli Bistro Opens at Burton Waters

2011-04-01T14:00:00.000+01:00

New bistro sails into town

Great news for all you foodies out there! A new bistro championing locally sourced and produced food and drink is opening up on the site of the former Yots Bar and Bistro on Burton Waters.

The Deli Bistro, which specialises in Lincolnshire cheeses, quality meats and home-made cakes and pastries, opened its doors to the public for the first time today (Friday 1st April).

Run by Craig Gollin of Craig Gollin Catering Services and his wife Caroline the restaurant will also have a delicatessen selling local produce and freshly prepared food to take away.

Craig started training as a chef from the age of 17 and has over 13 years’ experience in the industry. Between 2003 and 2008 he worked as a head chef at The Lawn in Lincoln catering for corporate buffets through to banquets of up to 300 people.

Craig set up his own business in March 2008 and has established an allotment where he grows a lot of the produce he uses in his catering business.

Qualified nutritionist Caroline also brings a wealth of food-related experience and is currently working for the Food for Life Partnership as well as lecturing part-time at the University of Lincoln.

Caroline is keen to involve the students and the community in the new business and will be displaying and selling work by local artists as well as furniture maker and recent graduate Sebastian Cox.

Caroline explained: “We launched an art competition and invited students to design a piece of work based on the theme of local and seasonal produce. Everyone who came to our opening party was asked to vote for the piece they liked the best.

“The winner was Faith Wibberley (31) who is studying Illustration and coincidently will be working as a waitress in the bistro! Faith’s work will have exclusivity in the bistro for the next six weeks and we won’t charge her any commission on the pieces she sells.”

Caroline has also enlisted the help of Business Studies and Marketing students to help launch the new bistro and Craig is currently training three apprentices to become chefs. Altogether Craig and Caroline have created 12 new jobs across both their businesses which they’ll be running alongside each other.

The Deli Bistro will be open Monday to Wednesday 10am till 6pm, Thursday to Saturday 10am till 11pm and Sunday 11.30am till 4.30pm and will offer breakfast, lunch, afternoon teas and dinner.

The lunchtime, evening and dessert menus can be found online at www.craiggollincatering.co.uk along with details of how to book.

See you at The Deli Bistro very soon!

Big Names for Lincoln

2011-03-19T14:32:00.000Z

MARCH 18, 2011

Big names are coming to Lincoln this year in an exciting line-up of events!

Comedy heavyweights Alan Carr, Russell Howard and Lee Evans will entertain audiences at two prominent entertainment venues in the city to test out their material and some major music acts will be performing at the Lincolnshire Events Centre this summer.

The Tooth Fairy Alan Carr is set to appear at the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre on 21st March to try out the material for his forthcoming 33-date UK and Ireland tour – his first in four years!

Lee Evans’ Work-in-Progress show at the LPAC in May will also see him test out his material for his Roadrunner tour due to take place in the autumn and Russell Howard will be coming to the Lincoln Drill Hall for an intimate warm-up gig of his Right Here, Right Now tour in June.

Tickets to see these comedy geniuses range from just £15 to £25! Can’t say no to that now can you Lincoln?!

On the music front the Midsummer Magic concert series at the Lincolnshire Showground kicks off on 23rd July with a warm-up concert taking place on 14th May featuring British rock legends Status Quo.

Headlining the concert series is Boy George, while Stacey Soloman of X-Factor fame and Queen of the Jungle in I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here, Jason Donovan and Belinda Carlisle are also on the bill.

The Real Thing, Curiosity Killed the Cat, Björn Again, an Abba tribute band and…wait for it…JEDWARD will also perform.

Previously held at Lincoln Castle, the summer musical series has attracted big names including Sugababes and Girls Aloud.

With variety like that, there’s something to please everyone so grab your tickets now!

LINCOLN CASTLE

2011-02-19T15:41:00.000Z

1066, the date of the Battle of Hastings, is one date every schoolboy knows.

William the Conquerer sought to rapidly consolidate his victory by building a chain of castles across England.

Lincoln Castle was one of the first castles the Normans built, constructed in 1068, only two years after the defeat of Harold at Hastings.

The castle occupied what was the site of a former Roman fortress. According to the Domesday Book, 166 Saxon homes were cleared to make way for the castle.

Until the construction of Lincoln Cathedral, the castle dominated the Lincoln skyline.

Lincoln was one of the most important cities in the country. It had a mint. The size of the Norman castle reflects its importance.

The view from the castle is still impressive, even today. In one direction, out along the River Witham, Bardney and beyond. In the other direction can be seen the power stations in the Trent Valley.

The castle walls are still intact, and it is possible to walk around most of the wall.

The castle is unusual in that it has two mottes. It is only one of two such castles in the country, the other being at Lewes in Sussex.

The Observatory Tower is built in one of the mottes. The original tower was built 1150 towards the end of The Anarchy (the war between Stephen and his cousin Matilda for control of the throne). Later additions were added in the 14th century. The tower, as we see it today, was added by the prison governor John Merryweather, nominally as a observation post to catch escapees, but in reality, as he was a keen astronomer, for star gazing. During World War II it was used as a fire-watch post.

The other motte is the Lucy Tower. Built in the 12th century by the Castle Constable, the Countess Lucy, this was the castle's main keep, built to replace an existing building. Originally it was surrounded by a 20-foot ditch with a bridge leading to the steps. It was the castle's last line of defence. Within the tower are the graves of prisoners executed at Lincoln.

One of the prisoners whose graves can be found within the Lucy Tower is that of William Frederick Harry, hanged 1 April 1872 for the murder of his wife. His grave is marked with his initials.

The main entrance to the castle is the East Gate from Castle Square. The West Gate has been recently re-opened. The West Gate was important in Medieval times as it led out into open country.

Opposite the newly opened gate is the The Lawn. The main feature of The Lawn is the Sir Joseph Banks Tropical Conservatory.

For 900 years, Lincoln Castle has been used as a castle, a prison and as a court. The Crown Court still sits within the castle. Embedded within the castle walls are the castle dungeons.

Housed within Lincoln Castle is a copy of the original Magna Carta. It is currently on loan from Lincoln Cathedral, and has its own dedicated exhibition.

There are only four surviving copies of the original Magna Carta: two in the British Museum, and one each held by Salisbury Cathedral and Lincoln Cathedral.

Dating from the Middle Ages, The Magna Carta is the most important document conferring democracy and civil rights. It is embedded in English Common Law and has been quoted and drawn on throughout the ages, from the US Constitution (especially the Bill of Rights) through to the UN Charter.

The Medieval Castle Well is believed to be of Roman origin.

The strategic importance of Lincoln Castle cannot be overstated. It had commanding views over the surrounding countryside, it was located on two Roman roads, The Fosse Way and Ermine Street. It also overlooked Brayford Pool, and a waterway that ran from the coast at Boston via the Roman Canal to the Trent.

The castle as we see it today, was the inner bailey. The outer bailey encompassed the then existing town.

The Castle is increasingly being used for concerts and theatrical productions.

Lincolnshire-grown Oleifera as recommended by TV Chef Rachel Green

2010-11-10T15:16:00.000Z

Using cold pressed rapeseed oil is the next best thing for foodies, both professional and domestic.
A crop that's generally taken for granted in the county of Lincolnshire, over 575,000 hectares of crop is grown each year. 22% is used for biofuel, 13% as setaside but 65% is used in food production.
Predominantly, it's oil is blended with other oils - like blended whiskies, vin du table or mass produced tea - but Redhill-based Oleifera, made from plants grown across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, is now producing a single crop oil - the equivalent of a single malt whisky, wine appellation or single estate teas.
Conventionally rapeseed oil is produced from seeds from different varieties that are crushed at high temperature, with solvents used to remove every last drop of oil from the seed.
The oil is distilled to remove the solvent, bleached to remove the colour, then treated with a mix of chemicals to remove the flavour and odour.
The result is oil that is indistinguishable from any other; an oil with none of the character of natural, pure rapeseed oil.
Companies like Oleifera cold press their oil, with no chemicals or heat used in the extraction process. It is simply pressed then filtered, bottled labelled and packaged on site.
The result of this single-rapeseed crop cold pressed oil is a product that's even healthier than olive oil. Cold pressed rapeseed oil has just 6% saturated fat! - olive oils have around 14%, sunflower around 10%- the fat that contributes to heart disease, diabetes and obesity!!
Oleifera oil provides high levels of Omega 3 6 and 9. Happy cooking...The Best of Lincolnshire

Lincoln Christmas Market on the British Pullman

2010-10-07T13:01:00.000+01:00

Lincoln Christmas Market
VIP Home Departure Service® or private home transfers and free regional flights, transferring you from your front door to the Crowne Plaza St James and back
Two nights accommodation at the deluxe Crowne Plaza St James hotel on a bed and breakfast basis
A full day journey to Lincoln on the British Pullman
Brunch with Bellini on the outward journey
A four-course supper with champagne and a half-bottle of wine on the return journey
3 days

Prices and dates for this tour are not yet available online
Please call 0800 988 5823 for latest availability

Lincoln Town Houses - Accommodation for Lincoln Christmas Market

2010-08-24T20:23:00.000+01:00

A fabulous and magical event in Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter!
Tens of thousands of people arrive over a 4 day period from the 2nd December - the 5th December 2010.
With hundreds of stalls selling food, crafts and items from all over the world, Lincoln's Christmas Market has grown year after year.
Our suggestion is to arrive on Thursday when it tends to be quieter!
The Market officially opens at 4pm. Sunday also tends to be a quieter time with bargins at the end of the day!!!
Parking is always an issue!
Best to park and ride if you are coming for the day. You will have to pay to park!
If you stay with Lincoln Town Houses, all our properties have free parking.
Castle View Cottage has a permit for parking and this is available on Carline Road.
Bailgate is our exclusive Roman Road which has fabulous boutique shops selling anything from Deli Food, Organic Meat, an Ice Cream Parlour, The Whisky Shop, Italian shoes, hand made jewellery, Wedding Gowns and designer clothes!
Steep Hill is exactly that! A cobbled street with numerous tea rooms, more designer shops, wine bars and plenty of designer Jewellery shops.
In Lincoln's Castle Square, the HUB of the Market! we have Lincoln Castle, Chapter House, Lincoln Cathedral & architecture like you have never seen before.
A photographers dream!!
Check out our web addresses for more information.
Enjoy! Alison
www.christmasmarkets.com/

Steam Punk Festival

2010-08-24T11:51:00.000+01:00

The festival is a combination of exhibitions, trade stalls, authors and artists, workshops, presentations and of course lots and lots of live original music. The main attraction however is the participants themselves. Up to 1000 well dressed and well mannered steampunks enjoying the delightful "Steampunk Quarter" of Lincoln.

Unlike many conventions and festivals The Asylum is what might be termed a "campus" event. They use several venues but all within a stones throw of each other in the historic quarter of Lincoln. This year's venues are Lincoln Castle, The Lawns, Charlotte House and The Victoria Inn.

The Asylum is organised and run by the Victorian Steampunk Society which is a not-for-profit organisation which exists to promote the Steampunk Community in the UK. People attending are granted associate membership of the VSS so the event is in effect a series of private functions but the colourful nature of Steampunk means we also make quite an impression on the City.

Worth popping over to Lincoln!

Lincoln Town Houses take Gold Award in Lincoln

2010-07-07T15:23:00.000+01:00

Well it has been a few weeks since our last blog!
We have been on a family holiday to Cornwall staying at The delightful Lower Penhallow Farm, near St Mawes. It was fantastic and the weather could not have been better.

Tracy, our housekeeper did a splendid job looking after the properties whilst we were away.

Well it's all happening at the moment...we are very excited and proud to have received 4 Stars & a GOLD AWARD from Visit Britain for outstanding quality accommodation and customer service.
This is for a third consecutive year!

We are also expanding with two new properties.

The exclusive West Wing on Eastgate is a private two bedroomed annexe located within Disney Place on Eastgate by Lincoln Cathedral. Guests can enjoy a large stunning private garden and conservatory, along with two en-suite bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and living room.
Images can be found on our web site under 'Special Offers' as this particular property has been handed over to Lincoln Town Houses for a short period over the summer.

£165.00 per night for 3 nights or more sleeping up to 4 people.

Hungate Town House is a stunning three bedroomed property at The Ropery in Lincoln. It is furnished to our usual high standard and there is private gated parking for 2 vehicles.
Located in The Cultural Quarter, next to Spring Hill Town House, this fabulous contemporary property is available from 2 nights.Images will be available by the end of the month.

£149 per night for 3 nights or more sleeping up to 4 people.
£179 per night for 3 nights or more sleeping up to 6 people.

£329.00 for 2 nights sleeping up to 4 people.
£420.00 for 2 nights sleeping up to 6 people.

Please call Alison on 01522 530274 or 07795477780
http://www.lincolntownhouses.co.uk
lincolntownhouses@btinternet.com

Self Catering Town House in Lincoln sleeping up to 8

2010-06-01T12:52:00.000+01:00

Time is fast approaching and we are very busy setting up Spring Hill Town House.
Our first guests arrive on Sunday for 3 weeks. We are very excited.

The house has been taken over by Lincoln Town Houses in order for us to provide larger accommodation in Lincoln's Cultural Quarter. Sleeping up to 8 people, it is ideal for groups of friends or colleagues and large families. Wedding accommodation and business accommodation.

There are two double beds, one 4 foot small double and a king bed. Their are also two en-suites and a family bathroom with downstairs cloakroom.

Living space is amazing, there is a large eat-in kitchen and separate living room on the top floor.

We are charging just £189 per night for three nights or more.
If you want a two night break it is just £230 per night based on full occupancy.

We have cots and high chairs! Ideal for those who are looking for flexibility and suitability for a large family with young children that appreciate that extra space.

For more information, please visit our web site.

Many thanks
Alison

Self catering apartment Lincoln. Available from July 14th

2010-05-18T17:50:00.000+01:00

We have recently been asked to market a stunning 2 bed apartment on Eastgate by Lincoln Cathedral. This annexe to Disney Place has two double (en-suite) bedrooms, a lounge, conservatory and the most stunning garden!
It is available from the 12th July for just 2 months and we are offering it to guests from just a 2 night stay.
The annexe is part of Disney Place and so it's owners have provided their own furniture. The conservatory is normally used by themselves, as too the garden. However, as they are away for this time, we have been given exclusive use of the garden and conservatory.
The kitchen is basic but functional. It is a truly special place and with off street parking, this really is an idyllic spot for anyone looking for a unique experience in Lincoln's exclusive Cathedral Quarter.
We will be popping images onto our site as soon as the re-decorating has finished.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Alison on 01522 530274.
We look forward to welcoming you to The West Wing of Disney Place.

Self catering accommodation Lincoln

2010-05-17T14:31:00.000+01:00

It is very exciting for us at the moment! Lincoln Town Houses are just about ready to launch our third property Spring Hill Town House.
This stunning townhouse is located on Spring Hill, opposite The Cheese Society (how convenient)!
It has parking for 2 vehicles and accommodates up to 8 people in 4 double beds. There are two en-suites and a family bathroom. A large living room and a open plan kitchen diner. We have lcd t.v's and dvd recorder, i.pod docking stations and wi-fi access.
Bookings have been coming in thick and fast with June totally booked out!
We have been getting more and more requests for family accommodation in Lincoln and this seemed the perfect place to us. It is convenient for the city and also for the Bailgate being located within the Cultural Quarter of Lincoln.
If you would like to know more, please call me at any time.
If any of our houses are empty and you live locally, I would be more than happy to show you around any of our properties

RAF SCAMPTON

2010-04-29T12:06:00.001+01:00

Andrew & I have just returned from an excellent tour of RAF Scampton, home of the Red Arrows. We wanted to experience the tour at RAF Scampton so that we at Lincoln Town Houses, could offer and promote the tours through our web site and directly to our guests.
Formed in November 1916, under the name of Brattleby the Station has been at the forefront of Avaition Technology.
In May 1943 Wing Commander Guy GIbson led the attack against the Mohne and Eder Dams. This earned the Station its 3rd and best known Victoria Cross.
Guy Gibson's black labrador, Nigger, was tragically killed on the night of the Dambusters raid. His grave is at RAF Scampton!
Scampton catered for the Vulcan Bombers in the late fifties till the early eighties. In 1983 Scampton moved from Strike Command over to Support Command. The next decade was when it became base for the World Famous Red Arrows Aerobatics Team.
They remained at Scampton until 1995 when they were moved to RAF Cranwell.
A team from Vosper Thornycroft servicing the Tucano trainer, moved into Scampton and at the end of 2000 the Red Arrows returned.
We were privaledged to meet two of the Red Arrows yesterday after watching them both train for the RAF Waddington Air Show on the 2nd & 3rd July 2010.
The rest of the team are currently in Greece.
Bookings for a tour can be arranged through
Roger Crisp (Dep Curator RAF Scampton Museum) Tel:01522 500738/733029
The tour is approximately 2 hours long. Cameras are permitted with restrictions.
Try to book it when the Red Arrows are on base as the atmosphere is amazing, especially as they land and taxi past you!!

Lincoln Town Houses: Antu

2010-04-15T13:34:00.000+01:00

Lincoln Town Houses: Antu

What's happening

2010-04-15T13:32:00.000+01:00

It's been a fabulous week here in Lincoln, the sun has been shining and Lincoln has come alive at weekends with so many visitors taking to the City.
The 'Bailgate Restored' project is going to plan with very little dissruption to local shopping and businesses. The York Stone is stunning and it enhances the Bailgate a great deal.
Lincoln Town Houses continue to thrive with many local Brides booking our accommodation for their families and friends. We have our regular Barristers who love the location and convenience of the self catering accommodation.
Spring Hill Town House is coming along nicely, we should have the Town House available by mid June and have already taken bookings for this stunning and spacious property.
Waddington Air Show is scheduled for the 3rd & 4th July and this is going to be one of the biggest yet! Bare in mind, last year, there was not a single place to stay in Lincoln over this particular weekend!!! So if you are planning on coming, please book early. We only have Spring Hill Town Houses available for these dates.
The Steam Punk Festival is going to be twice as large as last year and this is scheduled to run on the 10th & 11th September, accommodation will be difficult so our adivce is to book early! Again, we only have Spring Hill Town Houses available!
We are so excited about the newly refurbishe Lincoln Theatre Royal!! It has some amazing shows scheduled for the year, you MUST take a look at their web site which we are always promoting on our home page via Twitter!! and Facebook.
We look forward to welcomming you to Lincoln Town Houses! Please call soon.
Alison Richards (Owner)

Antu

2010-04-06T17:11:00.000+01:00

2010-03-22T18:31:00.000Z

We have just said goodbye to the family of the late Keith Alexander. They have been with us for 13 days. Sadly their trip from St Lucia was to attend the funeral of their much loved son, and brother the popular football manager, Mr Keith Alexander, who died at the age of 53 after suffering a fatal brain haemorrhage.
The funeral was attended by almost 2000 people from all over the world. It was held at Lincoln Cathedral and was truly a wonderful farewell for Keith.
We wish all the family to take comfort in knowing he is at peace.

Spring Hill Town House

2010-03-16T17:57:00.000Z

Lincoln Town Houses are very excited about the new addition to their expanding business.
Spring Hill Town House will be available from June 2010.
Sleeping up to eight people, it is ideal for families and groups of friends, Wedding accommodation and reunions.
Chapel Lane Town House continues to be very popular with guests. Sleeping up to 6 people it seems to work really well with small families.
Castle View Cottage is very busy as always! Mainly two guests use this stunning cottage but we have had several couples sharing with friends for weekends in Lincoln and reunions.
We look forward to hearing from you and appreciate any comments on our facebook or Google Maps 'Comments' area.
Many thanks for your continued support,
Alison

Lincoln Town Houses recieve Gold Award

2009-06-01T11:23:00.001+01:00

Lincoln Town Houses have been awarded GOLD by enjoyEngland.com for providing exceptional quality accommodation and customer service.
Owner Alison Richards is thrilled with being the only business to be given this award for 2009/2010 in Lincoln.