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England

Lincoln Castle

Lincoln

Lincolnshire

England

Circa Date: 1068

Status: Fully Extant

House Open to Public: Yes

Country House: No (Townhouse)

This house has been used for TV and Film

The Castle from a circa 1914 postcard

  • Built / Designed For: William the Conqueror

    House & Family History: Built by William the Conqueror on the site of an existing Roman fortress, Lincoln Castle has had many uses, most recently serving as a prison, a function it served until 1878. The Castle is famous as the home of the original Magna Carta, which has been housed here since 1215. Lincoln Castle underwent a £22 million restoration project in the early 21st century.

  • House Listed: Grade I

    Park Listed: Not Listed

  • "Downton Abbey" (2013 - TV series, as the prison where Mr. Bates is incarcerated after being accused of murdering his ex-wife).

  • Current Ownership Type: Charity / Nonprofit

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Visitor Attraction

  • House Open to Public: Yes

    Phone: 01522-554-559

    Email: [email protected]

    Website: https://www.lincolncastle.com

    Historic Houses Member: No

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