Lincoln Cathedral, Minster Yard, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Lincoln Cathedral is an amalgamation of different architectural styles and features that have developed through centuries of alterations, rebuilding and restorations. The first cathedral, built by Bishop Remigius between 1072-1092, was Norman in style. However a fire in 1141 and an earthquake in 1185 led to major rebuilding of the cathedral. The nave was built during the first half of the 13th century in the Early English Gothic style of architecture. The collapse of the central tower in the 1230s required another programme of rebuilding of the cathedral's east end. The chapels were remodelled and the Angel Choir was built in 1255. The cloister was added in the late 13th century and in the 14th century the central tower was built (1307-11). This was topped with a lead-covered spire and at the same time the choir screen was added. In c1380 the western towers were heightened and in the 15th century the chantry chapels were constructed in the Perpendicular style. The cathedral continued to be altered and added to in the 17th and 18th centuries including the library designed by Wren in 1674. Since the late 20th century the cathedral has been the subject of continuous campaigns of restoration and maintenance.
