September 24, 2020 4.01 pm This story is over 41 months old

Look inside the revamped Dean’s Green at Lincoln Cathedral

Open to the public after four decades

By Local Democracy Reporter

People in the city can now take in stunning scenery by Lincoln Cathedral from the newly-opened Dean’s Green.

It is the first time in over four decades the public has been able to use the space, after the area north of Lincoln Cathedral formed part of Lincoln Minster School.

The Green opened on Monday and will be available to the public seven days a week after renovation works.

A gorgeous scenic view of Lincoln Cathedral. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite

There are now new lawns, flower beds, seating areas and a water feature as part of the development.

New lawns and flower features at the gardens. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite

Access from Minster Yard will be open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am to 4pm on Sundays.

The water feature is a stunning addition. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite

The Old Deanery has also been redeveloped, with a new visitor centre being built for expected completion in spring 2021.

The visitor centre will be open early next year. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite

The refurbishment is a National Lottery-funded project to make the area more scenic, as well as improve facilities at the visitor centre.

You can be kept nicely sheltered from the sun. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite

A new reception, shop, cafe, community rooms, exhibition and learning space will be inside the centre.

A walk that has been forty years in the making. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite