People in Lincoln today demanded the county do more to celebrate its heritage and culture as the annual Lincolnshire Day passed with little fanfare.
October 1 has been the region’s official day since 2006 but few people in the city centre this morning appeared to think enough was made of the event.
Liz Simpson, 69, said: “You’d think someone would put some flags up or something so people knew.”
The 69-year-old is a a life-long Lincolnshire resident and a semi-retired medical professional, who believes that the area’s history and population should be better celebrated.
“The Lincolnshire people make the place,” she said, “and the fantastic small businesses. There’s so much to pride ourselves in.”
Callum Last, 28, a barista, shared the same view.
“I didn’t even know Lincolnshire Day was a thing,” he said. “It’s just another day. But I enjoy the city, it’s central and close to everything, although some people can be a bit odd.”
Others agreed that the region – and Lincoln itself – had plenty to cheer.
“I love architecture and the cathedral is the perfect example of amazing architecture,” said Mateen Yousaf, a 19-year-old student. “It never fails to impress me no matter how many times I go and see it.”
Bartender Rebecca Collingham also loved the city – but for rather different reasons.
“My favourite part of Lincoln is the bars especially Carousel,” the 22-year-old said. “I love a good drink and Lincoln is full of good pubs.”
The first Lincolnshire Day took place 20 years ago with the date chosen because it marked the famed Lincolnshire Rising, a 1536 revolt by Catholics against the newly-formed Church of England.
