Our Stories, Past and Present

Greyfriars is one of Lincoln’s most historic buildings, with over 800 years of stories woven into its walls. As we reopen this remarkable site, our blog will share a mix of updates, behind-the-scenes insights, and reflections on the building’s journey, from its medieval beginnings to its many later lives. You’ll also find articles exploring the history of Greyfriars, the people connected to it, and the heritage that continues to shape Lincoln today.

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What We’ve Written:

Explore recent posts that uncover the history, heritage, and life of Greyfriars today.

  • Greyfriars Outside Roof

    Why Greyfriars is a Rare Survivor of England’s Medieval Friaries

    Greyfriars in Lincoln is a rare medieval friary survivor. Discover how private reuse, location, and Lincoln’s historic continuity saved it.

  • Unlocking the Secrets of Greyfriars’ Roof Timbers

    Discover how dendrochronology revealed the 13th-century origins of Greyfriars’ roof timbers through tree-ring dating and scientific analysis.

  • Inside Greyfriars

    A Guide to Visiting Lincoln’s Oldest Friary Building

    Discover Greyfriars, the historic friary in Lincoln, beautifully restored as a new heritage centre and café.

  • Greyfriars Lincoln 1784

    Greyfriars Lincoln: 800 Years of History in the Heart of the City

    Discover Greyfriars, Lincoln’s hidden gem with 800 years of history, now set for a new life as a heritage centre and venue.

  • Greyfriars Building

    The Story of Greyfriars and Other Medieval Friaries in England

    Discover the story of Lincoln’s Greyfriars, from medieval Franciscan friary to one of England’s most significant surviving heritage sites.

  • Inside Greyfriars

    Spiders and Cobwebs Galore

    In honour of Halloween tonight, we thought we’d share this clip of our Project Manager Katy-Jayne being targeted by some of Greyfriars’ spooky 8-legged residents!

  • Inside Greyfriars

    The History of Greyfriars

    Learn about the history of Greyfriars with Katy-Jayne Lintott

  • Outside Greyfriars in the Street

    Learn about the project with Heritage Lincolnshire CEO Tracy Stringfellow

    In honour of Halloween tonight, we thought we’d share this clip of our Project Manager Katy-Jayne being targeted by some of Greyfriars’ spooky 8-legged residents!

  • Greyfriars Being Restored

    Greyfriars construction is underway.

    Greyfriars construction is now underway, with official contractors now announced.

  • Greyfriars Upstairs

    Greyfriars Reimagined Podcast #2 with Mark Gardiner

    Mark Gardiner discusses laser scanning and its role in conserving and understanding Greyfriars’ unique medieval architecture.

  • Inside Greyfriars

    Greyfriars Reimagined Podcast #3 with Joe Player

    Architect Joe Player shares insights into conserving and reimagining Lincoln’s historic Greyfriars.

  • Music Greyfriars - Performing

    Greyfriars – A Place for Music

    A stunning soundLINCS production highlights Greyfriars as a unique venue for music and performance.

  • Greyfriars Outside Roof

    The Greyfriars – the Franciscans in Lincolnshire

    Exploring the Franciscan friars in Lincolnshire and the remarkable survival of Lincoln’s Greyfriars.

  • Greyfriars Wall Word Carvings

    Graffiti at Greyfriars Undercroft – and not a sniff of Banksy

    Historic graffiti uncovered in Greyfriars’ Undercroft.

Plan Your Trip to Greyfriars

Whether it’s a group booking, school trip, or personal visit, our team is here to help you make the most of your time at Greyfriars.