If you’re planning a visit to Lincoln, rest assured that accessibility won’t hinder your opportunity to discover what the city has to offer.
Lincoln is a beautiful, historic city and we want to make sure that everyone has the chance to enjoy it. You will find accessible attractions, restaurants and accommodation across the city, as well as a number of accessibility services to help you get around.
Accessible attractions
Most visitor attractions in Lincoln are either fully accessible, or have accessible facilities. Major attractions such as Lincoln Castle, Lincoln Cathedral, The Museum of Lincolnshire Life and the Lincoln Museum are all fully equipped with lifts, wheelchair ramps and hearing/visual aids. There are also specially trained staff who will be able to assist you with any access needs.
Due to the historic nature of the city, there are areas of certain attractions that aren’t fully accessible. If you need more information, each attraction can provide details on the accessibility of their facilities in the form of an Access Statement. If you can’t find one on their website – just ask!
Accessible accommodation
Whether you want to stay in the Cathedral Quarter, or down in the city centre, there is an abundance of accessible accommodation in Lincoln, The DoubleTree by Hilton, the Holiday Inn and the Lincoln Hotel are all equipped with disabled parking, accessible rooms and restaurants. You will be just a stone’s throw from the city in any of these hotels, making exploring easy.
Outside of the city, places like Elms Farm Cottages and Healing Manor Hotel are working hard to make their properties as accessible as possible. With step-free access, disabled parking and fully equipped bathrooms, you can enjoy a completely comfortable stay.
Accessible toilets & changing places
There are accessible toilets in Lincoln city centre that are suitable for wheelchair users, but do not include a hoist or a bench:
- Castle Hill Car Park, LN1 3AA Open daily, 9am - 5pm
Baby changing, accessible
- Lincoln Central Bus Station, LN5 7FD
Baby changing, accessible, Changing Places
Ask at reception for access. A key card is available for £5.
- Tentercroft Street Car Park, LN5 7DB
Open daily, 9am - 5pm
Baby changing facilities, accessible
- Waterside Shopping Centre, LN2 1AP
Open daily, Monday - Saturday 9am - 5:30pm, Sunday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Baby changing, accessible (radar key needed)
Changing Place facilities can be found at the following locations:
- Lincoln Central Bus Station
- Boultham Park Education Centre
- Lincoln County Hospital
- Lincolnshire Showground
- Yarborough Leisure Centre
- The Drill
For a full list of accessible toilets in Lincoln, visit the City of Lincoln Council website.
Accessible Travel
It is important for visitors with accessibility needs to know that Lincoln's Steep Hill is not accessible. It is a steep, cobbled street which is unsuitable for wheelchair users or for those with mobility needs.
Lincoln has accessible bus services that can aid you in travelling around the city centre, and up to the Cathedral Quarter.
Lincoln Park & Ride is accessible with a low floor and space for a wheelchair. The service runs Monday – Saturday, and stops include Waitrose (Nettleham Road), Lincoln Cathedral, Broadgate, and Lincoln Central Bus Station. Return tickets are valid for the whole day. Accompanied children ride for free.
Lincoln's Walk and Ride bus departs every 20 minutes from Silver Street in the city centre; it also stops at St Mary's Street, by the train station. This handy bus will take you to key locations uphill including the Cathedral, Bailgate and the Lawn.
To travel up the hill, you can also catch the number 7, 8, 10, 12 and 17 buses, which all stop at the Lincoln Hotel, on Northgate.
Dial-a-Ride & Shop Mobility
If you need help getting around, Lincoln's Dial-A-Ride service provides transport to the local community. Users of this service can be either elderly or disabled and of any age, including children. Dial-a-Ride is only available to people who are registered with the service.
Dial-a-Ride in Lincoln also hosts a ShopMobility service. Open to all, ShopMobility provide powered wheelchairs and scooters. There is also manual equipment available to hire, including wheelchairs, walkers and sticks.
Located on Melville Street, Dial-a-Ride is open from Monday – Saturday. Pop in for more information, or call 01522 544983 ahead of your visit.
Accessible Taxis
Mark’s Passenger Services is a local private hire company with wheelchair accessible vehicles. For more information visit the Marks Passenger Services website or call 01522 793816.
Handsome Cabs also offer wheelchair accessible taxis in Lincoln city centre. 24 hour pre-booking is essential. To book, call 01522 545352.
