View Lincoln Crown Court listings, cases today & this week. Daily hearings, contact details, address at Lincoln Castle, LN1 3GA, and court news.
Daily Listings Summary for Lincoln Crown Court
The official court schedule for Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 comprises a total of 24 cases listed for hearing at Lincoln Crown Court.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 1, 2, 3, 4.
Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
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View Listings →Lincoln Crown Court Listings — Daily Hearings, Cases & Court Information
Welcome to the official listings page for Lincoln Crown Court on Courts Listings UK. Here you can view today’s court schedule, check Lincoln Crown Court cases this week, and follow ongoing trials, sentencing hearings, and appeals heard at one of England’s most historic court venues. Our daily-updated diary draws on HMCTS data to help defendants, solicitors, barristers, journalists, witnesses, and members of the public quickly find the case, courtroom, and judge they need.
Set inside the walls of Lincoln Castle, the Crown Court hears serious indictable offences committed across Lincolnshire — including cases sent up from Lincoln Magistrates’ Court, Boston Magistrates’ Court, and Grimsby Magistrates’ Court. Whether you are tracking a high-profile trial, attending as a witness, or researching Lincoln Crown Court news, this page brings together listings, location details, and practical visitor information in one place.
Lincoln Crown Court Address & Contact Details
- Address: The Castle, Castle Hill, Lincoln, LN1 3GA
- General Enquiries: 01522 525 222
- Witness Service: 01522 568 644
- Minicom Helpline: 0191 478 1476
- Email (Enquiries & Listing): [email protected]
- Court Open: 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
- Counter Open: 9:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
- Closed: Weekends and public holidays
About Lincoln Crown Court
Lincoln Crown Court sits within the grounds of Lincoln Castle, a Norman fortress commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1068. The courthouse itself — the Georgian-era Crown Court building constructed in 1826 by architect Sir Robert Smirke — has delivered justice in Lincolnshire for nearly two centuries, making it one of the oldest continuously operating Crown Courts in England and Wales. Today the court is administered by His Majesty’s Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) under the Midlands Circuit.
Types of Cases Heard at Lincoln Crown Court
- Serious indictable offences such as murder, manslaughter, GBH, and serious sexual offences
- Drug supply, importation, and county lines prosecutions
- Robbery, burglary, and large-scale theft or fraud
- Firearms and weapons offences
- Either-way offences committed for trial or sentence from Lincolnshire magistrates’ courts
- Appeals against conviction or sentence from magistrates’ courts
- Single Justice Procedure referrals where relevant
How to Find Lincoln Crown Court Listings for Today & This Week
Use the listings table on this page to view Lincoln Crown Court cases today, scheduled defendants, courtroom numbers, and hearing times. Listings are refreshed each working day and reflect the official HMCTS daily cause list. For forward planning, the weekly view shows Lincoln Crown Court cases this week, helping legal professionals manage diaries and reporters track sentencing dates. If a hearing is moved, vacated, or relisted, the entry is updated as soon as the new schedule is published.
Getting to Lincoln Crown Court — Transport & Parking
The court is located on Castle Hill in the heart of Lincoln’s historic Cathedral Quarter, just a short walk from Lincoln Cathedral and the Bailgate shopping area.
- By train: Lincoln Central railway station is roughly a 15-minute walk uphill via Steep Hill, with direct services from Nottingham, Sheffield, Newark, Peterborough, and London King’s Cross.
- By bus: Stagecoach East Midlands services 1, 7, and the Walk & Ride Steep Hill Shuttle stop near Castle Square, a two-minute walk from the court.
- By car: There is no on-site parking. Paid public parking is available at The Lawn Car Park and Castle Hill Car Park, both within a few minutes’ walk and offering the nearest disabled parking bays.
- Accessibility: Step-free access is available; assistance dogs are welcome; a portable hearing-loop system can be arranged in advance.
Facilities Inside the Court Building
- Two private interview rooms opposite Court 1 (not bookable in advance)
- Witness Service support — call 01522 568 644 before your hearing
- Refreshments available via on-site vending machines
- Prison-to-court and courtroom video-link facilities by prior arrangement
- Portable hearing enhancement system on request
Lincoln Crown Court News & Notable Cases
As the principal Crown Court for Lincolnshire, Lincoln regularly hears cases that attract significant regional and national coverage — from major drug conspiracies prosecuted under Operation Galaxy to historic sexual offences, fatal road traffic cases, and complex fraud trials. Our listings feed makes it easier for local journalists at outlets such as the Lincolnshire Echo and BBC Look North, as well as solicitors and the public, to stay informed on which cases are being heard, sentenced, or sent for retrial.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check Lincoln Crown Court cases today?
Scroll to the listings table above. Cases are sorted by courtroom and hearing time and updated every working day from the HMCTS daily cause list.
Can I attend a hearing at Lincoln Crown Court as a member of the public?
Yes. Most Crown Court hearings are open to the public unless reporting restrictions or a closed-court order applies. Arrive at least 15 minutes early to clear security, and check the listing notes for each case.
Is there parking at Lincoln Crown Court?
No, the building has no parking facilities. The closest options are The Lawn Car Park and Castle Hill Car Park, both within a five-minute walk and providing disabled bays.
What is the phone number for Lincoln Crown Court?
General enquiries: 01522 525 222. Witness Service: 01522 568 644. For email queries and listing requests, contact [email protected].
What area does Lincoln Crown Court cover?
The court serves the whole of Lincolnshire, receiving committed cases from Lincoln, Boston, Grimsby, Skegness, Spalding, Sleaford, Gainsborough, and surrounding districts.
Where can I find Lincoln Crown Court news and results?
Verdicts, sentencing outcomes, and ongoing case updates are reported by regional press and through our daily and weekly listings on this page.
