Lincoln St Marks

Image: © Stephen McKay Taken: 11 Dec 2010

The Midland Railway evidently considered Lincoln a sufficiently important destination to justify this rather grand classical portico for its station - even though Lincoln was effectively at the end of a lengthy branch line from Nottingham. The station was built in 1846 and was closed in 1985, although in the last few years of its life it had become more important after London - Grimsby trains were routed this way following closure of the direct line through Boston. However, in 1985, a new connection was built allowing all services to be concentrated on the larger - and more conveniently located - Central station. The loss of St Marks station might be mourned but this was one closure that undoubtedly benefited passengers. Fortunately, however, the building has been retained and now serves as retail premises.

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