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Steep Hill, Lincoln – Lincoln Cathedral loop from Lincoln

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Steep Hill, Lincoln – Lincoln Cathedral loop from Lincoln

Moderate

4.7

(3)

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Steep Hill, Lincoln – Lincoln Cathedral loop from Lincoln

03:02

11.7km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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37 m

The Lawn Car Park

Highlight • Parking

Handy parking spot in Lincoln.

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79 m

Lincoln Castle West Gate

Highlight • Castle

A two storey gate tower was built in the late 11th or early 12th century. During the 13th or 14th century it was filled with stones and rubble, so blocking …

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1.00 km

West Common

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lincoln's West Common is a 100 hectare, green space with excellent views of Lincoln Cathedral. At the west limit of Lincoln, this grassy area is home to wildlife as well …

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3.16 km

The Pyewipe Inn

Highlight • Pub

The Pyewipe Inn, alongside the Fossdyke Canal Trail is the perfect location for those who prefer more relaxed scenery to enjoy a leisurely meal and pint with, compared to the …

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10.2 km

Brayford Pool

Highlight • Lake

Brayford Pool is England's oldest inland Harbour. Here, you can admire all manner of boats and barges coming and going. With a great selection of places for food, drink and …

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10.9 km

Steep Hill is a quirky cobbled street famous for its independent businesses. With a terrific assortment of vintage shops, boutiques, eateries, cafes, tea rooms, chocolatiers, fudge parlours, plus more, it …

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11.1 km

Lincoln Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

Lincoln is a cathedral city with a rich history and culture. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside. With a magnificent selection of places for food and drink, boutiques, artisan shops, …

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11.5 km

Westgate Water Tower

Highlight • Monument

The Westgate Water Tower, also known as the Lincoln Water Tower is a historic water tower, dating to AD 1911. It is close to the castle and cathedral.

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11.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.61 km

2.35 km

1.33 km

473 m

461 m

432 m

Surfaces

4.98 km

2.61 km

2.00 km

1.81 km

256 m

Elevation

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Highest point (70 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Sunday 24 May

32°C

14°C

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Steep Hill, Lincoln – Lincoln Cathedral loop from Lincoln

The Lawn Car Park

Lincoln Castle West Gate

West Common

The Pyewipe Inn

Brayford Pool