I spent the day exploring Lincoln’s pubs, starting on the High Street at The Treaty of Commerce before wandering uphill toward the castle and cathedral. Along the way I stopped at a great mix of traditional pubs and small micropubs, each with its own character, from cosy historic spots like The Strugglers Inn and The Cardinal’s Hat to newer places like The Organ Grinder and The Tiny Tavern. I worked my way through a variety of cask ales and pale ales from breweries such as Batemans, Verdant and Blue Monkey, enjoying everything from classic bitters to bright, hoppy pales. It was a relaxed day discovering the city one pint at a time. https://micropubadventures.co.uk/2026/03/07/07-03-26-lincoln/

Favourite Pubs around the Bail

Golden Eagle to Steep Hill

Beer Bosh

Putting the Lincoln Ale Trail and many of the well-known venues to one side, we've built another crawl of pubs with a great welcome and real ales . Let us know what you think. Some beauties here

Download the Lincoln Ale Trail Leaflet from here https://tinyurl.com/ddz7n6cr We’ve kept the venue numbers the same as the Lincoln Ale Trail venue numbers – but do not that this does not make for a logical walking sequence – for that you need to look at the leaflet and see what works best for you. Ale lovers rejoice! The historic city of Lincoln is the perfect place to experience delicious real ale and unique craft beer. From the historic pubs in the Bailgate area, to the vibrant bars on the Brayford Waterfront, there are plenty of places to grab a pint of smooth ale or refreshing beer in Lincoln.  The Lincoln Ale Trail is a fun and sociable way for locals and visitors alike to discover Lincoln’s amazing mix of pubs and bars. The trail map features 24 venues across the city centre, with space to rate your experience in each bar along the way. Whether you prefer relaxing in an historic inn or a contemporary bar, Lincoln’s choice of venues offers something to suit all tastes