See Lincoln’s hidden heritage in Posterngate
Posterngate is a Roman gateway lying beneath the Royal Bank of Scotland in Bank Street, giving visitors a unique look at Lincoln’s history.
To help preserve this part of the city’s heritage, Posterngate remains closed for most of the year.
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Hide AdHowever, members of the public will have a rare opportunity to visit this city treasure when it is opened next Saturday.
Anita Fox, learning manager at The Collection, said:“The site was discovered during excavations in the 1970s and has remained popular with visitors ever since.
“We’ve recently revamped the displays, which now include a reconstruction of part of the Roman port as well as more finds from the 1973 excavation.
“Posterngate itself was a gateway that allowed people to access boats on Lincoln’s waterfront.
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Hide Ad“It is widely thought that the route was used by merchants and traders when Lincoln’s waterside was a bustling port.”
Tours last for up to 30 minutes, and take place between 10am and 3.30pm, every half hour.
There’s a maximum of 20 people per tour.
Entry costs just £3 for adults, £2 for children and concessions, and under 5s are free.
Tickets are available to purchase on the day at the entrance to Posterngate on Saltergate.