Re-enactors at this weekends Festival of History have said that the majority of the city’s population don’t know enough about the city’s rich past.
The festival took visitors back in time with events and activities – including Jousting re-enactments, arts and crafts activities and tours of the city – taking place through the city.
Lincoln was divided into three zones with the city’s Roman and Viking heritage being celebrated throughout.
Tracy Watts, who went by Sir Richard Less for her re-enactments, said: ” People do not know a lot about the medieval times due to the media. They are quite surprised and don’t realise the history when I talk to them.
“It’s important for events like this to show people how much history is in Lincoln”
The event transformed places like Castle Square and Cornhill square into ancient markets and 10th century villages for families to enjoy.
Charlie Slade, who was part of the Roman market, said: ” We catch people off guard a bit when we talk to them because people don’t know the history of the city. It’s important to learn the history as the past of a place is where you get the heritage from.
“Places have a character that evolves over time and that’s definitely true with Lincoln”
The festival also appealed to the car lovers out there, as City Square put on a classic car show flaunting some of the best vehicles produced over the last decade.
Kieran English, part of the Lincoln Visitor Information team, said: “We’ve had a lot of people visiting Lincoln this weekend especially for the festival. I’ve had one or two people say they never realised the history of the city even though they’ve lived here for so many years.”
