Lincoln Cathedral is a Gothic (Early English, Decorated and Perpendicular) cathedral in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom, and a filming location for The Da Vinci Code (2006), The Young Victoria (2009) and The King (2019) among other productions. Built in 1072 (begun), completed 1092; rebuilt 1185-1311, it was designed by Geoffrey de Noiers, and is Grade I listed. It is owned by Chapter of Lincoln Cathedral — The Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Lincoln (Church of England), registered charity 1207411.
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom
Verified facts
- Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-10949, SRC-10690 - Appeared in The Da Vinci Code (movie, 2006)
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-10949, SRC-10690 - Appeared in The Young Victoria (movie, 2009)
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-10949, SRC-10690 - Built 1072 (begun), completed 1092; rebuilt 1185–1311
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-10949, SRC-11329, SRC-11843 - Architectural style: Gothic (Early English, Decorated and Perpendicular)
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-10949, SRC-11329, SRC-11842 - Historic designation: Grade I listed building
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-10949, SRC-11329, SRC-11844 - Owned by Chapter of Lincoln Cathedral — The Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Lincoln (Church of England), registered charity 1207411
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-12217, SRC-13909, SRC-10949, SRC-14592 - Appeared in The King (movie, 2019)
confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-10949, SRC-12026, SRC-12546, SRC-12901 - Designed by Geoffrey de Noiers
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-12216, SRC-13090, SRC-14224, SRC-14392 - Appeared in Napoleon (movie, 2023)
confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-10949, SRC-12027, SRC-12546, SRC-12902 - Designed by Geoffrey de Noiers
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-10949, SRC-12216, SRC-14745, SRC-14224
Evidence & sources
- SRC-10690 — https://movie-locations.com/movies/d/Da-Vinci-Code.php (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10949 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lincoln_Cathedral (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-11329 — https://wikishire.co.uk/wiki/Lincoln_Cathedral (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-11842 — White Hart Hotel Lincoln – Lincoln Cathedral: A Timeless Gothic Masterpiece (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-11843 — Lincolnshire.org – Lincoln Cathedral History: A Timeline of 950 Years (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-11844 — Ancient History Sites – Lincoln Cathedral (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-12026 — https://archive.thetab.com/uk/lincoln/2019/11/05/lincoln-cathedral-makes-an-appearance-in- (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-12027 — https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/filming-is-underway-at-lincoln-cathedral-for-ridley-scotts-napol (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-12216 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geoffrey_de_Noiers (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-12217 — https://lincolncathedral.com/mission-structure-and-accounts/ (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-12546 — Lincoln Cathedral (official site) — Film Friendly Location (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-12901 — Filming in England (official UK screen body) — Spotlight on Lincolnshire (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-12902 — Time Out — Where Was Napoleon Filmed? (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-13090 — https://www.e-a-a.com/lincoln-cathedral-lincoln-uk/ (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-13909 — https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/about-the-register-of-charities/-/charity- (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14224 — Listed Building record — Cathedral Church of St Mary (Lincolnshire Heritage Explorer, DLI5431) (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14392 — Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Lincoln (A. F. Kendrick) via Project Gutenberg (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14592 — Charity Choice (UK charity register directory) (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14745 — Web Gallery of Art — Geoffrey de Noiers (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
Where was Napoleon filmed?
Lincoln Cathedral, in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, is a real-world filming location used for Napoleon. This property has also appeared on screen in The Da Vinci Code, The King, The Young Victoria.
Where was The Da Vinci Code filmed?
Lincoln Cathedral, in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, is a real-world filming location used for The Da Vinci Code. This property has also appeared on screen in Napoleon, The King, The Young Victoria.
Where was The King filmed?
Lincoln Cathedral, in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, is a real-world filming location used for The King. This property has also appeared on screen in Napoleon, The Da Vinci Code, The Young Victoria.
Where was The Young Victoria filmed?
Lincoln Cathedral, in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, is a real-world filming location used for The Young Victoria. This property has also appeared on screen in Napoleon, The Da Vinci Code, The King.
Who designed Lincoln Cathedral?
Lincoln Cathedral was designed by Geoffrey de Noiers.
Where is Lincoln Cathedral located?
Lincoln Cathedral is located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England.