January 19, 2022 6.00 pm This story is over 26 months old

Lincoln’s historic Judge’s Lodgings back on market for £850k

A piece of local history is up for sale
Lincoln's iconic Judge's Lodgings. | Photo: Lambert Smith Hampton
By Local Democracy Reporter

The Grade II Listed Judge’s Lodgings, situated in between Lincoln’s castle and cathedral, has been listed on the market for £850,000.

The building is steeped in history, having been built in around 1820 by architect William Hayward to serve as the crown court.

It was given a two storey extension in the 1960s to the rear of the property, which contains various bedrooms and other amenity space, while a small garden can be found to the side of the property, with pedestrian access off Castle Hill.

The Judge’s Lodgings can be found in the middle of Lincoln Castle and Cathedral. | Photo: Lambert Smith Hampton

It has now been listed by Lambert Smith Hampton at a guide price of £850,000 on a 999 year leasehold, with the brochure advertising it as a multi-purpose commercial development.

The ‘Permitted User’ clause allows for the 501 square metre property to be reimagined into a variety of uses, including a theatre, public house, live music venue, public hall, library, museum or retail unit.

The building used to serve as Lincoln Crown Court. | Photo: Lambert Smith Hampton

Lambert Smith Hampton will be listening to offers until 12pm on Wednesday, March 9, and you can view the full listing here.

Applications must include full identity of the purchaser, proposed purchase prices, proof of funding, the basis of offer and proposed use of the building.

The possibilities are endless for it. | Photo: Lambert Smith Hampton

The property was last on the market in January 2021, listed for £800,000 by Banks Long & Co with Lincolnshire County Council wanting to sell to an owner who could “protect the fabric and heritage” of the Lodgings.

A great view of Lincoln Castle too! | Photo: Banks Long & Co