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Steep Hill

Well Lane, Lincoln, England
Ranked #2 of 18 attractions in Lincoln
4.5 of 5 stars 28 Reviews
Type: Historic Walking Areas
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isobel51
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
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13 reviews
10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012 NEW

this is a very interesting street, if hard on the thighs! There are many little quirky shops on the way up (or down). More

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Heather R
Leicester, United Kingdom
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5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012 NEW

lots of interesting small shops on the steep hill. was in Lincoln for three days and walked up it three times. Tough on the legs but burns off all the extra calories you eat in the little tea shops More

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WestYorkshireAndrea
West Yorkshire
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7 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012 NEW

The day was cold but dry, so the experience of visiting and browsing along the shops was very pleasant. A good day out followed by a visit inside the cathedral. Plus a visit to Browns Pie shop!!! Car parking was a problem though More

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violetchild
Kent
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5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012 NEW

True to its name... don't attempt in heels, or pushing prams, or with asthema... walk down part way from the top of the hill and look at the wonderful little shops and have afternoon tea... the pubs are great there too. More

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Suffolktraveller42
Suffolk
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12 reviews
8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012 NEW

Had a lovely walk down to the main street, but because it was a Sunday morning not much was open. The walk up was not so pleasant. The historic signs were very good and interesting. More

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Tina C
Huddersfield, United Kingdom
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30 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012 NEW

Lots of little boutique shops, especially antique type shops, very interesting historically also. But be warned it is very steep, once you get to the top you do have to come back down. More

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Robbie553
Lincoln, United Kingdom
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14 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012

As the name suggests, a steep cobbled hill with several interesting shops and old buildings to peruse. More

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squirrelnutkin47
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
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19 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

Rightly named "Steep hill" but quite an easy walk if you're use to walking! Best to take you time - otherwise you miss the wonderful array of independent shops. I especially recommended the very tempting older world sweet shop half way up on the left - I challenge you to resist their wares! Try the Edinburgh Rock - good to... More

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CaymanD
Grand Cayman
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

YES IT IS STEEP...photos do not do it justice! Still, do stride up and loll down: interesting gift shops, a book store (used), make for interesting stops if you need them. (I used the usefully placed iron handrail at the top, and enjoyed the "steep" view on a nice bench, catching my breath too. At the top, several tea houses... More

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Adrian S
Lincoln, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

Named 'Street of the Year' for 2012, Steep Hill in Lincoln certainly lives up to its name! When visiting Lincoln I still can, and occasionally do, climb Steep Hill - although it's not a pastime for the fainthearted and should certainly be avoided by those who suffer from fragile health. For those who can't climb Steep Hill, Uphill Lincoln is... More

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