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	Lincoln Cathedral - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Mary's Cathedral) is an historic cathedral in Lincoln in England, and seat of the Diocese of Lincoln in the Church of England.
		The Bishop of Lincoln was one of the signatories to the Magna Carta and for hundreds of years the Cathedral has held one of the four remaining copies of the original.
		Lincoln was only the second Cathedral in the country to adopt a separate girls' choir, after Salisbury Cathedral.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lincoln_Cathedral (1162 words)

	Lincoln, Lincolnshire - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The dissolution of the monasteries further exacerbated Lincoln's problems, and between 1642 and 1651, during the English Civil War, Lincoln was on the frontier between the Royalist and Parliamentary forces.
		Lincoln was hit by a major typhoid epidemic between November 1904 and August 1905, caused by polluted drinking water from Hartsholme Lake and the River Witham.
		Lincoln Art College and Riseholme Agricultural College, which had previously been part of De Montfort University in Leicester were absorbed into the university in 2001, and subsequently the Lincoln campus took priority over the Hull campus, and as such the name changed in 2002 to the University of Lincoln.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lincoln,_Lincolnshire (2286 words)

	Lincoln Cathedral (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		William the Conqueror ordered the first cathedral to be built in Lincoln, in 1072; before that, St. Mary's church in Lincoln was a mother church but not a cathedral.
		King Henry II of England approved the election of Hugh of Avalon, a Carthusian monk and later canonized a saint, as Bishop of Lincoln in 1186, and St. Hugh died in 1200, before his plan for the rebuilding was completed.
		The western end of the cathedral was always where it is now, but the eastern end (east of the original, now "great" transept) was moved eastward each time the cathedral was enlarged: The eastern wall of the Norman building (1073) was in the middle of what is now St. Hugh's Choir.
	www.icyclopedia.com /encyclopedia/l/li/lincoln_cathedral.html (318 words)

	Churchmouse: Lincoln Cathedral
		The Lincoln font is typical of its type and consists of a large square bowl on four colonnettes with a heavy central drum support and a massive carved base to suit.
		During the earthquake of 1185 a greater part of the cathedral built by Remigius was left in ruins.
		Edward I and Eleanor of Castile on the outer south wall of the east end of the cathedral.
	homepage.ntlworld.com /peter.fairweather/docs/Lincoln_cathedral.htm (3582 words)

	Lincoln Cathedral
		Lincoln Cathedral continues to be a spiritual place, it is the religious centre of the City, the Mother Church of the Diocese, the parish church of the County, a place of national heritage and a centre of international pilgrimage.
		Lincoln Cathedral is built from pale oolitic limestone which is still quarried in the Cathedral's quarry in Lincoln.
		The only surviving part of the first Norman cathedral is to be seen in the West Front with the three round headed arches over the doors and the north and south niches.
	www.easterncathedrals.org.uk /lincoln.html (1256 words)

	Lincoln England - what to see in Lincoln
		The city of Lincoln is bypassed by most visitors to the UK, and that's a pity, because Lincoln has a colourful past that is preserved in a fascinating variety of historic buildings, particularly in the ancient medieval core.
		Lincoln was a "colonia", or major town, and around 300AD it became the capitol of the Roman province covering eastern England.
		Lincoln Cathedral boasts an impressive central tower, the tallest in the country after Salisbury at 81 metres (approximately 250 feet).
	www.britainexpress.com /Where_to_go_in_Britain/Destination_Library/lincoln.htm (685 words)

	Lincoln Cathedral (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		At the time of the Norman invasion, the diocese that was to become Lincoln was the largest diocese in medieval England, extending from the Humber to the Thames.
		The new cathedral, constructed of Lincolnshire oolitic limestone, was opposite the castle in the south-east corner of the old Roman city.
		Lincoln Cathedral holds one of the four remaining copies of the original Magna Carta.
	www.heureka.clara.net /lincolnshire/lincoln-cathedral.htm (1388 words)

	Lincoln Cathedral, a living cathedral
		The story of the Lincoln Cathedral begins in 1066 when the City was in the diocese of Dorchester-on-Thames and its English Bishop Wulfwig, had his official "Cathedra" in the church there, so making it a cathedral.
		In 1185 Lincoln Cathedral was ruined by an earthquake and reconstruction was financed by contributions to the 'Cathedral Fabric Fund' established by King Hugh.
		Lincoln Cathedral is one of the greatest, yet one of the least known medieval buildings in Europe.
	www.di-ve.com /dive/portal/portal.jhtml?id=191321&pid=1 (541 words)

	The New York Times > Travel > Lincolnshire, Inspiration for a Church Crawl
		O less a critic than John Ruskin called Lincoln Cathedral "out and out the most precious piece of architecture in the British Islands." Yet this Gothic masterpiece is only a starting point for visitors to Lincolnshire who are inspired by churches.
		The spectacular "roof tour" affords an unobstructed lengthwise view of the cathedral's interior from a high vantage point on a balcony inside the west wall, and a close-up look at the exterior of the magnificent central tower from the roof of the west front.
		According to G. Cook's "Portrait of Lincoln Cathedral," one account states that Bishop Hugh "oftentimes bore the hod-load of hewn stone or of building lime." The 14th-century wooden choir stalls are among the finest in England.
	travel2.nytimes.com /2001/12/30/travel/LINCOL.html?pagewanted=print&position= (1541 words)

	Dean of Lincoln's Remarks April 17, 2004
		There are many English cities much larger and therefore Lincoln doesn’t give the sense of being a place of such great importance in the world apart from the astonishing domination of its vast and ancient Cathedral, which is arguably the most beautiful of all gothic buildings in the world.
		Lincoln has its own saint — Hugh of Avalon who died in 1200 — King John, a man not noted for his love of the Church, was one of the pall bearers at his funeral.
		Lincoln Scarlet, the most expensive, was in demand from wealthy households all over the country, and Lincoln Green, the choice of Robin and his men, was still remembered in the early seventeenth century as having been ‘the best greene of Englande’.
	www.magnacharta.org /DeanofLincolnsRemarks2004.htm (2306 words)

	Lincoln Cathedral (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		William the Conqueror ordered the first cathedral to be built in Lincoln, in 1072 ; before that, St. Mary's church in Lincoln was a mother church but not a cathedral.
		The Lincoln Education Centre A comprehensive service for schools visiting Lincoln, including the Castle, Cathedral at KS3, the Romans at KS2, and Urban Geography at KS2 to A Level.
		Lincoln Home National Historic Site Situated in Springfield IL, this is the only home that Lincoln ever owned, living there from 1844 until he was elected President in 1861.
	www.serebella.com /encyclopedia/article-Lincoln_Cathedral.html (1258 words)

	History of Lincoln cathedral choir school – of choristers ancient and modern
		From the earliest period of their history the Lincoln choristers were probably taught music and song within the Cathedral Close.
		One Richard Ingoldsby was appointed master of the cathedral choristers in 1437 but was not, in practice, their master, but a residentiary canon supervisor.
		It was shown that Lincoln was one of the few cathedrals of ancient foundation to have no specific endowment to support the music but relied solely on monies from the Chapter budget.
	www.ofchoristers.net /Chapters/Lincoln.htm (2103 words)

	Lincoln Cathedral - Search Results - MSN Encarta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		Lincoln Cathedral, dedicated to St Mary, one of the finest of all medieval English cathedrals and a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.
		Only the west front remains of the original Norman church, but in the main body of the cathedral is the famous...
		Born probably at Lincoln, he was organist at Lincoln...
	uk.encarta.msn.com /Lincoln_Cathedral.html (110 words)

	Lincoln Cathedral (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		The earliest structure on the site of the cathedral appears to have been a substantial tower, similar to castles at Colchester and Tower of London, which formed a stronghold within the former Roman 'upper town' at Lincoln which had served as the castle bailey after the William the Conqueror arrived in 1068.
		Construction of a cathedral on a cruciform plan to the east of the tower was largely complete by 1092.
		In 1185 an earthquake damaged much of Lincoln cathedral and it was subsequently extensively rebuilt by Bishop Hugh of Avalon after 1192.
	www.mondes-normands.caen.fr /angleterre/Patrimoine_architectural/Angleterre/Cathedrals/Lincoln/lincoln1.htm (453 words)

	Parents Guide - The Campuses
		Lincoln attracts over a million tourists a year and is a bustling centre of industry and commerce.
		Situated in the shadow of one of England's most impressive cathedrals, the cathedral campuses buildings are placed within the beautiful and historically interesting uphill area of the city.
		The Cathedral campus is the traditional home of the Lincoln School of Art and Design which plays host to Arts, Design, Conservation and Crafts programmes.
	www.lincoln.ac.uk /home/parents/campus.htm (945 words)

	CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Lincoln (England)
		During the fourteenth century the three towers were raised to their present height, and the cathedral attained its present form, one of the finest and most remarkable in England.
		In 1536 the Diocese of Lincoln was the scene of the "Pilgrimage of Grace", an armed protest against the religious changes which was followed by numerous executions.
		The line of bishops of Lincoln, which had included two saints, three cardinals, six chancellors (marked below *), was brought to a worthy close by Thomas Watson, who died a prisoner for the Faith at Wisbech Castle on 27 Sept., 1584, being the last survivor on English soil of the ancient Catholic hierarchy.
	www.newadvent.org /cathen/09266b.htm (751 words)

	Touring Southwest Lincolnshire Country Houses on Britannia: Lincoln
		Lincoln was built on a hill and surveys all the surrounding countryside.
		Lincoln Cathedral was initially built between 1072 and 1092 and is now the third largest cathedral in England after St. Pauls and York Minster.
		The Cathedral Close is no longer enclosed but remains of the original wall still exist from about 1300.
	www.britannia.com /tours/lincs/swlinc23.html (474 words)

	TimeRef - History Timelines - Lincoln Cathedral
		Lincoln Cathedral is dedicated to St. Mary and is situated on a hill in the city of Lincoln and can be seen from many miles in all directions.
		Lincoln's Chapter-house was constructed between 1220 and 1235.
		During a sermon by one of the canons of the cathedral, the newly finished central tower collapsed burying some of the congregation.
	www.btinternet.com /~timeref/hpl270.htm (470 words)

	Lincoln Cathedral \| Museum/Attraction Review \| Lincoln \| Frommers.com
		Construction on the original Norman cathedral was begun in 1072, and it was consecrated 20 years later.
		The present cathedral is Gothic in style, particularly the Early English and Decorated periods.
		Lincoln's roof bosses, dating from the 13th and 14th centuries, are handsome, and a mirror trolley assists visitors in their appreciation of these features, which are some 21m (70 ft.) above the floor.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/lincoln/A25581.html (427 words)

	Encyclopedia article on Lincoln Cathedral [EncycloZine] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		Lincoln Cathedral and it's bishops have also had a leading role in the history of England.
		Most importantly is the Magna Carta which was signed by the Bishop of Lincoln amongst others, and what is one of only two copies resides in the cathedral's library although it is lent out to American museums to raise funds, a problem the diocese has suffered ever since the reformation.
		Despite the problems Lincoln Cathedral remains much loved and is visited by over 250,000 tourists a year.
	encyclozine.com /Lincoln_Cathedral (708 words)

	Christian News, Updated Daily - Christian Today > Lincoln Cathedral's £100,000 for Da Vinci Code Film
		The Lincoln Cathedral in Lincolnshire, England, will be the integral setting for the blockbuster movie, The Da Vinci Code, the controversial bestselling novel written by Dan Brown.
		Lincoln Cathedral will get £100,000 for The Da Vinci film, which will all go towards the annual building repairs which costs £1 million.
		However, the decision to allow the Cathedral to be used for the movie has been defended by Rev Alec Knight, the Dean of Lincoln.
	www.christiantoday.com /news/society/lincoln.to.get.100000.for.da.vinci.code.film/286.htm (492 words)

	Lincoln Cathedral - Sightseeing National Shopping at dooyoo.co.uk
		Serenely settled at the peak of one of Lincolnshire's highest points sits the majestic cathedral church of st Mary - better known as Lincoln Cathedral.
		From whichever way you approach the City of Lincoln you cannot avoid seeing the towers of Lincoln Cathedral dominating the skyline.
		A Cathedral has stood on the hill overlooking this area for nearly 1000 years and although many parts have been rebuilt the Cathedral has managed to survive in spite of a fire, an earthquake and gale force winds.
	www.dooyoo.co.uk /sightseeing-national/lincoln-cathedral (154 words)

	Lincoln
		Remigius had been the Bishop of Dorchester, but was translated to Lincoln, and as we see, founded the cathedral; he built also the adjoining bishop's palace, and the houses for the ecclesiastical offices.
		The east or upper transept, with the chapel attached to it, the choir, chapter house, and east side of the west transept are all due to Bishop Hugh.
		In the civil war Lincoln was for the king, but in the struggle with the Parliamentarians the Royalists were obliged to retreat into the castle and cathedral, which were stormed, and, although very gallantly defended, taken on the night of May 5th.
	www.mspong.org /picturesque/lincoln.html (1943 words)

	Cathedral Quarter
		Lincoln is one of the most attractive locations in the UK today.
		Arts, Design, Conservation and Crafts in Lincoln are located in a beautiful, historic area of the city where there are extensive studio, exhibition and lecture facilities.
		Alongside the Cathedral, Lincoln Castle dominates the skyline of Lincoln acting as a focus for international tourism.
	www.lincoln.ac.uk /lincoln/cathedral (220 words)

	Lincoln, Lincolnshire, a tourist and visitor holiday guide from TourUK (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-05)
		Lincoln, the county town, with its castle and cathedral set high above the town and accessed through the steep, very steep!,cobbled streets, which run down to the High Street.
		The Lincoln Hotel is located in the heart of historic Lincoln opposite Lincoln Cathedral.
		In the centre of the historic city of Lincoln, on the edge of Brayford Waterfront, the Courtyard by Marriott is within walking distance of the Cathedral and overlooks the marina.
	www.touruk.co.uk /lincs/lincs_linc.htm (727 words)

	Medieval Lincoln Cathedral -Exterior:Sculpture
		Lincoln Cathedral is noted for the exterior sculpture on iyd west facade and south side portal.
		The Romanesque frieze and its spectator : the Lincoln symposium papers / edited by Deborah Kahn London : Published for the Dean and Chapter of Lincoln Cathedral [by] Harvey Miller ; New York : Published in the U.S. in conjunction with Oxford University Press, c1992.
		Romanesque Lincoln : the sculpture of the cathedralLincoln : Honywood, 1988.
	vrcoll.fa.pitt.edu /medart/image/England/lincoln/Cathedral/Exterior-Sculpture/Linc-Cath-ext-sculp.html (180 words)

	Web Site of the Association of the Friends of Lincoln Cathedral
		The Association was founded on 1 October 1936 with the object of "binding together all those who, loving Lincoln Cathedral, are prepared to bear a part of its maintenance and adornment".
		On the day of the Friends Festival and Annual General Meeting there is always a programme of visits to parts of the Cathedral which are not usually open to the public and a major highlight is Carols by Candlelight in the Chapter House.
		A new ring of eight bells with a tenor (largest) bell weighing 23 cwt 3 qrs 13 lbs and sounding the note D was cast and hung by John Taylor (Bellfounders) Ltd in 1913.
	www.eccentrix.com /misc/lincoln (717 words)

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