County Council heritage sites to reopen – booking advised

Lincoln Castle front gate

The Collection Museum and Usher Gallery, BBMF Visitor Centre, Museum of Lincolnshire Life and Lincoln Castle are to reopen next week.

Lincoln Castle

Opening from Monday 17 May 2021
Open 7 days per week (10am – 5pm)
Medieval Wall Walk, Victorian Prison, David P. J Ross Magna Carta Vault, takeaway café and shop
Booking with timed-entry essential

The Collection Museum

Opening from Monday 17 May 2021
Open 5 days per week (10am – 4pm, Thursday – Monday)
Entry is free, but pre-booked tickets advised.

Usher Gallery

Opening from Monday 17 May 2021
Open 3 days per week (10am – 4pm, Friday – Sunday)
Entry is free, but pre-booked tickets advised.

The Museum of Lincolnshire Life

Opening from Friday 21 May 2021
Open 3 days per week (10am – 4pm, Friday - Sunday)
Entry is free, but pre-booked tickets advised
Visitors must book online at least 3 days before* their intended visit.
*Booking will only be available from Monday 17 May 2021

The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Centre (BBMF)

Opening from Monday 17 May 2021
Open 4 days per week (10am – 4pm, Tuesday - Friday)
Tours will take place at 10.15, 11.00, 11.45, 12.30, 13.15 and 14.00)
Pre-booking essential as limited numbers

Cllr Lindsey Cawrey, executive councillor for heritage and culture at Lincolnshire County Council, said:

"We’re delighted to announce that from next week, Lincoln Castle, The Collection Museum, Usher Gallery, Museum of Lincolnshire Life and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Centre will all reopen and, because we are expecting a lot of interest, pre-booking is advised.

"This way, you will get a guaranteed entry time, enabling us to keep to the necessary social distancing guidelines. And, of course, all our sites are Covid secure, with extra hand washing facilities and sanitizer available.

"We're thrilled to be opening our doors once again and welcoming visitors back to our sites across the county. We can't wait to share all the wonderful stories once more!"

For more information visit www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/history-heritage

Published: 12th May 2021