Lincoln boosted in bid to attract US visitors

It is hoped American visitors will be attracted by landmarks like Lincoln Cathedral. Credit: Visit Lincoln.

Lincoln has been awarded a £1million grant in a bid to encourage more US tourists to visit.

It is one of 12 historic cities to secure one of the grants from the Discover England Fund for the innovative new project promoting regional England.

The money is aimed at bringing Lincoln's history to life by telling its stories using "enhanced augmented reality" and creating itineraries that link it to 11 other cities by rail.

The Discover England Fund is administered by Visit England and aims to ensure that England stays competitive in the global tourism industry.