History boffins and enthusiasts alike have a chance to go underground and visit Lincoln’s hidden Roman past. Posterngate will be open for visitors on Saturday, August 21, offering a unique look at the city’s hidden treasures.
During excavations in the 1970′s an old Roman gateway was discovered beneath the Royal Bank of Scotland in Bank Street. A Roman limestone wall was found, which used to be part of the main Southern wall of the old city.
Posterngate was also a gateway for boats to Lincoln’s waterfront. It is believed the route was used by merchants and traders when the River Witham waterside was a bustling port in ancient times.
To help preserve this old part of Lincoln, Posterngate is only opened a few times each year. Tours will start on the hour this Saturday on Bank Street, from 10am to 4pm. Each tour lasts 15 minutes, costs 50p per person, and includes a historical talk.
Source: Lincolnshire County Council
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