Lincoln Audio Tour: Unveiling History's Treasures

Lincoln Audio Tour: Unveiling History's Treasures kicks off at Lincoln Drill Hall on Sunday 8 November, running from 12:00 to 20:00. It's a self-guided walk that starts at the Drill Hall and winds its way around the city, with the whole route sitting under the shadow of Lincoln Cathedral. The tour is supplied by AudaTours and works through their free app, which you download beforehand. Once it's on your phone, it works offline, so you don't have to worry about signal dropping out while you're out and about.

There's about 30 minutes of narration spread across 12 stops, and because it's self-guided, you go at your own pace. The route covers around 2.7 km (1.7 miles), taking you past a few of the city's more hidden spots. One is The Collection, where Roman mosaics lie buried beneath the floor. Another is the Jew's House, where a single accusation sparked violence that shook a kingdom. And then there's the Drill Hall itself, a room that once rang with the raw energy of The Rolling Stones. The Cathedral looms over it all, its ancient stones guarding tales that few ever hear.

It's worth keeping a couple of things in mind before you set off. There's no in-person guide to lead the way, so you're on your own with the app, and the tour doesn't include entry into any of the buildings you pass. You'll be walking the streets, listening as you go, rather than heading inside. It's a good one if you fancy a stroll through the city and want to pick up some of the stories that usually stay under the surface.

The tour runs from 12:00 to 20:00 on Sunday 8 November, starting from Lincoln Drill Hall on Freeschool Lane, LN2 1EY. Tickets are £3.99.