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View of Cathedral from Brayford Pool

Lincoln

In Lincoln, the River Witham joins the Fossdyke Navigation at Brayford Pool in the centre where you can take your little ones (and older ones!) on a boat trip. This large expanse of water was a natural lake and was first excavated by the Romans to improve it for boats.

Today, you can see a host of narrowboats and river craft at the boatyard, marina and boat club. Just east of Brayford Pool, the River Witham navigation passes through the heart of Victorian Lincoln and through the Glory Hole - where an ancient half-building stands right over the canal.

Things to see and do

Planning your visit

  • Address

    Lucy Tower Street, Lincoln, LN1 1XW

  • Opening times

    The towpaths are always

  • Prices

    Once you're parked up, it won't cost you a thing

  • Toilets

    For customers of the local pub/café

Getting here

  • By car

    There's a pay & display car park on Lucy Tower Street, best for Brayford Pool

  • By train

    Lincoln Station is just a five minute walk to the towpath in Brayford Pool

photo of a location on the canals
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