A third plaque commemorating City's history has been unveiled by the Red Imps Community Trust
The RICT scheme is part of its commitment to celebrating the heritage of Lincoln City Football Club, with the plaque at Lincoln Cathedral celebrating the home of the famous imp
The iconic imp carving, which is found in the Angel Choir in the Cathedral, has a rich history of myth and legend and has become synonymous with the city of Lincoln over the years, in particular with the football club, which is known far and wide as the Imps.
City's mascot, Poacher the Imp, is a six-foot incarnation of the Lincoln Imp and can be seen weekly at matches entertaining the fans visiting the LNER Stadium, who are also treated to a stunning view of the Cathedral as a backdrop to the game.
Other plaques erected in the city by RICT to mark iconic locations in the football club’s history include at 251 High Street; the site of the former Monson Arms Public House where in 1884 three local businessmen brought about the birth of Lincoln City Football Club. Another is to the rear of St Mary’s Guildhall on the site of John O’Gaunt’s field – Lincoln City’s first home ground from 1884 until 1895 when they moved to Sincil Bank.
Rob Bradley, chair of RICT said: “Our Red Imps Community Trust remit of recognising the history of Lincoln City Football Club from a modest start a few years ago has grown into something we are now very proud of.
"There is much more to a football club than results on the pitch. Year after year the lives of people are enhanced by the camaraderie within a club and the friendships we form across the city.
“To recognise the Imp connection between Lincoln City and our amazing Cathedral this way is fantastic. We hope people from both home and away enjoy how jointly we are acknowledging the story of this fascinating link between us.”