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Welcome to the April issue of Simply Spalding. Fingers crossed we are in for some good weather for the Easter holidays as it is a later celebration this year. I am certainly hoping so as we have booked for a few days down in Devon camping whilst the children are on holiday, thermals at the ready! In this issue we learn about CBD oil from Hapi Hemp, Annette from The Village Midwives talks about de-clutter not only our cupboards but also our minds too. We have once again partnered with local companies to sponsor dogs at Jerry Green Rescue Centre who need to find a new home this Spring. The sponsorship revenue pays for the advert for each four legged friend looking for a home as well as a 15% donation is made directly to the charity. Is there space on your walks and on your sofa for a four legged friend? In Home & Property we look at utilising pots and containers to create interest within the garden, our recipe of the month is Terryaki Salmon (it’s a good one!) and Tim test drives the Ford Fiesta ST. DON’T FORGET: March 31st at 2am is officially when British Summer Time begins, so move your clocks an hour forward. All that’s left for me to say is enjoy the issue, don’t eat too much chocolate and see you next month!

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South Holland District Council purchases 18 new affordable homes South Holland District Council have taken another important step in expanding its stock of housing for residents in the area, signing an agreement to purchase 18 homes across the district from a local building company. The one, two and three bed homes are situated in Donington, Cowbit and Moulton. They will provide good-quality housing giving residents access to well-maintained, affordable properties that meet their needs. The purchases also continue to further the council’s ambition to support and partner local businesses in South Holland, with the houses being acquired from Spalding based developers Ashwood Homes. Six of the homes across the three sites will also be available as part of the Council’s shared ownership scheme. The scheme will allow people who cannot afford the mortgage on 100% of a home to buy a share of the property (between 25% and 75% of the value), and pay rent on the remaining share. Shares can be

increased over time, eventually raising to full ownership. More details on these properties can be found on rightmove. It adds to other development work already underway for the Council, including the building of 34 new affordable homes underway at Small Drove in Weston, which will also include shared ownership opportunities. Cllr Colin Johnson, portfolio holder for corporate delivery and strategic oversight was delighted to see the council expanding its housing stock, saying: “It’s great news that South Holland District Council is continuing to

invest throughout the district, and these new homes will add to our existing developments in providing excellent, well-equipped places for our residents to live. “Quality and desirable housing, built with the use of local contractors and developers, is invaluable to supporting the growth of South Holland’s infrastructure, hugely benefitting the economy of the area. “It is great that through this and our work through Welland Homes we are expanding housing provision for residents across the whole district.”

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Aiming For Sky High Air Ambulance Support Air ambulance crews save countless lives by reaching incidents within minutes to provide critical care for the most seriously ill and injured people directly at the scene. And as charities, they do so with no government funding. Now people across the area are joining together to thank local air ambulances by fundraising with Lincolnshire Co-op through its Community Champions scheme. Together with its members and colleagues the Society is raising money until June for Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance, which is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. The partnership will help the charity raise vital funds needed to fly 24/7. It’s currently in a twoyear trial, phasing up from its current 7am-7pm seven day a week cover to a full 24 hours a day, and must increase funds to support this move. The charity receives no direct government or NHS funding – it’s fuelled only by fundraising and generous contributions from the community. A donation will be made through the Community Champions scheme each time a member shops in a Lincolnshire Co-op outlet. Proceeds from the carrier bag levy will also go into the pot. Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance 25th Anniversary pin badges will be sold in Lincolnshire Co-op outlets across the two counties for a suggested donation of £1, and there’ll be collection tins for customers to give any spare change. Lincolnshire Co-op food stores will also sell special lemon slices from Gadsby’s, the Society’s own bakery, with 10p from each pack sold added to the fundraising. Generous holidaymakers can also donate £1 when booking a break in the Society’s 14 travel branches until June. Meanwhile, colleagues in Lincolnshire Co-op outlets will try to reach new heights with fundraising instore including a Wear It Yellow Day on either Saturday 30th March or Sunday 31st March during Discover Lincolnshire Weekend. There’ll be quiz sheets with prizes including a chance to meet the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance crew, a helicopter flight gift experience and more. There’ll also be fun in the Waterside Shopping Centre in Lincoln on Saturday 30th March to drum up support. Lincolnshire Co-op’s Community Engagement

Manager Sam Turner said: “Air ambulances cover vast areas – over 3,500 square miles across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire for the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance – but can reach someone who’s in trouble in minutes. “They are mobile A&E departments flying some of the best medics straight to the scenes of incidents, working together with our emergency services. Their crews are so skilled they can carry out open heart surgery by the roadside. There’s no other way to say it – they are lifesavers. “Together with our colleagues and members we’re proud to say thank you by fundraising to help them carry on this incredible work.” The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance is called out on average three times a day, and often more. Since 1994 the charity has attended more than 19,700 missions. It’s also the only Helicopter Emergency Medical Service in the East Midlands

raise awareness of the work we do but help us to achieve our biggest fundraising push in our 25 year history!” Both East Anglian Air Ambulance and Yorkshire Air Ambulance will also benefit from fundraising by colleagues and members at their local Lincolnshire Co-op outlets and will use money raised to help run their services.

which can carry blood on board, meaning its crew can give transfusions on the way to hospital and buy vital time for the most seriously ill patients. Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance Area Fundraising Manager Gemma Shaw said: “We are all immensely excited about working with Lincolnshire Co-op. “With its support it can not only help us to

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Flag raising ceremony to recognise Commonwealth Day South Holland District Council hosted a short ceremony at their Priory Road offices in Spalding on Monday 11 March, to raise the blue and yellow flag in recognition of Commonwealth Day. Throughout the day more than 1,000 flags were raised across the 53 countries celebrating a ‘Connected Commonwealth’ and its opportunities for a diverse mix of people, governments and institutions to connect and cooperate with one another. 2019 also marks the 70th anniversary of the formation of the Commonwealth as it is configured today, with old ties and new links enabling co-operation towards social, political and economic

development. The Council’s event consisted of a ceremonial raising of the Flag of the Commonwealth of Nations, led by South Holland District Council Chairman Cllr Rodney Grocock who was joined by former service personnel, fellow councillors, council staff and the general public. South Holland District Council Chairman, Cllr Rodney Grocock, said: “It is important to recognise the great history of the Commonwealth and the strong future that lies ahead. As a Council we are committed to upholding the values set out in the Commonwealth Charter and joining the 52 other nations in celebrating this great and diverse union.”

South Holland’s new provider Parkwood Leisure to focus on customer service and cleanliness Parkwood Leisure is set to enhance facilities and services now it has taken over operations at South Holland District Council’s leisure centres from March 1. One of the UK’s leading leisure management companies, Parkwood is now running Castle Sports Complex and Pool in Spalding and Peele Leisure Centre in Long Sutton after being awarded a fiveyear contract by the council. As part of its plans to increase use of the centres and ensure activities are affordable, Parkwood will be freezing existing prices until April 2020. “We’re excited to be taking over and are committed to engaging with residents to fulfil our aim of helping communities to be happier and healthier,” said Glen Hall, Parkwood’s director of operations. “We’ll be investing in new equipment and broadening the current programme, while giving both centres an updated look and feel. Residents can be assured that we’ll also be focusing on the basics such as high standards of service and cleanliness.”

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April will see the replacement of cardio vascular equipment at Castle Sports Complex gym with new running machines, bikes and cross trainers. Replacement bikes will also be provided at Peele Leisure Centre. Virtual group cycling will be introduced to complement instructor-led sessions at Castle Sports Complex while the existing learn-to-swim programme will be enhanced with additional water safety teaching. All activities will continue to be reviewed by Parkwood, which manages more than 90 facilities on behalf of councils and schools throughout England and Wales. Councillor Gary Taylor, Portfolio Holder for Communities and Leisure, said he was delighted the council will now be working with Parkwood and looked forward to the future. “Parkwood’s commitment to ‘getting back to basics’ in terms of providing residents with high levels of cleanliness and customer service is very welcome and a positive step forward. “The council will be working closely with

Parkwood over the coming weeks, months and years to deliver what the residents of South Holland want – good leisure provision for everybody in the district.” Both centres will have dedicated website pages which can be accessed via www.leisurecentre.com.

Walking for Health Celebrates Springfields Outlet Shortlisted for Prestigious Lincolnshire Tourism Award 10th Anniversary Springfields Outlet, the leading “Springfields Outletmeeting is uniquesobecause of the advantage has been many lovely A scheme aimed at getting moreshopping people in and leisure destination in the East of England, special combination of shopping, dining and people and of course, helping me to keep fit.” South Holland walking has celebrated its has year beenanniversary shortlisted byand a panel of judges for leisure which provides ansaid: attractive destination A Donington walker “We joined ten organisers are the prestigious ‘Visitor Attraction of the Year’ for people of all ages. because it seemed a great way of meeting keen to attract new members. category in the 2019 Lincolnshire Tourism “‘Visitor Attraction of the Year’ is one of the new friends and getting to know our local The district’s Walking for Health Excellence Awards. awards which is open to an online public vote area. My husband and I really look forward initiative marked the occasion with a A huge number of entries were received and we would be really grateful if Springfields to our Tuesday ‘date’ – we always have a celebratory event at the South Holland for this year’s awards and the winners will be visitors would consider taking time to vote great time and laugh a lot.” Centre recently, which was attended by announced at a special ceremony in Lincoln for us. We’re proud to be part of what makes A member of the Crowland group 130 walk leaders and volunteers. in March. The awards celebrate the hard Lincolnshire a fantastic place to visit”. added: “I joined after retiring because The scheme helps to support South working people who make Lincolnshire such an In 2018 Springfields Outlet welcomedI was looking for things do.Jack It has brought menew Holland priority of attractiveDistrict place toCouncil’s visit. White Stuff, Joulesto and Wills, plus the so many newAdventure friends, with friendship developing safer, stronger, healthier and Simon Stone, Retail Director of Springfields Springfields Landother that opened in the groups more Outletindependent said: “It reallycommunities is an honour towhilst have summer.growing out of the original walking been shortlisted for these prestigious awards This is the year thatmuch the awards one. Not onlysecond that but I feel fitter.”have protecting the most vulnerable. Walking alongside distinguished attractions been Last year, the Tourism Excellence Anheld. Ayscoughfee walker added: “I for Healthsuch offers thirteen walks acrossasthe the International Bomber Command Centre, Awards attracted 220 nominations and 5,000 suffered a stroke in 2014 which left me district run by eight walking groups. Lincoln Cathedral and Rand Farm Park. public votes. paralysed, but I eventually got mobile again. The health benefits of walking include: Walking has developed my leg muscles and lower blood pressure, reduced risk of heart my mental health, by meeting people and disease, diabetes and strokes, improved discussing everyday life. The walk leaders heart, lungs and circulation performance, are excellent and you can take it as slowly as improved mood, reduced anxiety and it can you like.” help you sleep better. British oven-baked dog food Walking gets people active and can company, Laughing Dog, has To take part in one or more walks, free of provide a safe place to meet others, which launched a nationwide knitting charge each week, just turn up on the day as can also help people to manage or recover challenge to help raise funds outlined below: from anycharity, mentalGuide healthDogs. problems. for the UK The walks are led by friendly, Spalding: Monday 10.45am meet at South Setting themselves a target knowledgeable volunteers who are specially Holland Centre (30 and 60 minutes) of £5,000 by the end of the trained for the job. Donington: Tuesday 10.30am meet at Ruby year, the baked dog food brand A total ofa programme 72 new walkers has launched of joined in 2016Hunt Centre (30, 45 and 90 minutes) fundraising events staff and to 329 and 17, bringing totalfor membership Crowland: Wednesday 10.45am meet at customers to get involved with made to feel new participants are always Crowland library (30 and 60 minutes) throughout welcome. 2019. First up is a Holbeach: Thursday 10.30am meet at knitting Butchallenge, don’t justdeveloped take our word for it - some Holbeach United Services Club (60 minutes) by Lynn Peak and Sue Adams of the walkers who attended the celebration Sutton St James: Thursday 10am meet at from the bakery team. have had their say on the many benefits that Sutton St James Village Hall (60-90 minutes) Sue says: “We support as dog blankets. Some will be funds for the Guide Dogs in Walking for Health gives them. Long Sutton: Friday 10.45am meet at Long many charities as we can, so donated to the charity, while the process, visit https://www. A member of the Spalding group said: Sutton library (60 minutes) were delighted to be able the rest will be auctioned off to justgiving.com/fundraising/ “I joined eight years ago and volunteered Spalding (Ayscoughfee): Friday 11am meet at partner with the Guide Dogs. I raise money. If you love to knit laughing-dog-food Laughing to become walk losing leader.my I think and the main Ayscoughfee thought aboutawhat would like to lend a hand, Gardens Dog’sCafé aim is(30 to minutes) raise £5,000

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sight would mean personally simply pop us a message to throughout the year to ensure If you would likeitmore on the walks, or would be interested ‘walktraining. leader’, for me and while wouldinformationbakery@laughingdogfood.com. ” forinatbecoming least oneayear’s please contact the South Holland Walk Coordinator at the Castle Sports Complex, Spalding on certainly impact my work at Dave Bloor from the Laughing Dog is part of 01775 762178 or visit http://www.sholland.gov.uk/article/3558/South-Holland-Walks Laughing Dog, it would also Guide Dogs says: “We are Fold Hill Foods Ltd, based in have a big effect on my knitting. delighted to be working with Boston, Lincolnshire. Laughing Lynn added: “Putting our Laughing Dog Food as their Dog’s Farm Bakery range of enthusiasm for knitting to good new charity partner. At Guide dry completes, treats and use (and our love of dogs), Dogs, we want everyone who mixer meals is made at its we are going to be knitting a experiences sight loss to live a site in Lincolnshire and is very special blanket to help full and rewarding life and this available in wheat free and raise funds for the Guide partnership will make a vital grain free varieties from all Dogs. Using double knit wool contribution to our work.” good pet shops. For further to create multiple 6” squares There will be no stopping information, please visit www. in various different colours, Lynn and Sue once they get laughingdogfood.com, email our mission is to create an knitting, but if you are able to bakery@laughingdogfood.com enormous blanket which can donate a few pennies to help or call (Freephone) 0800 098 be divided into lots of smaller spur them on and raise valuable 8057. www.simplyspalding.co.uk | SIMPLY SPALDING | 7

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Nick’s Notes Nick Worth, gives you an insight as to what is happening in and around Spalding and the surrounding villages....

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olunteers are an vitally important cog in the wheel of our local communities without whom we would struggle to exist. We have volunteer police and firefighters to keep us safe, LIVES volunteers to help in medical emergencies and who help out at at many events especially over the summer. We have volunteers helping in our day to day lives in libraries, museums, hospitals, Citizens Advice, shops and a mass of them in a variety of sports, as coaches, first aiders, safeguarding and just as spectators. Volunteers run village halls, community centres and churches along with many charities, all of which need chairman, treasurer’s and

secretaries to survive. The time commitment is enormous but hugely rewarding, although there are times when even I have to say enough! Volunteering is something that is ingrained in the people of Lincolnshire and South Holland and as a politician I can’t say thank you enough. Sadly in times when funding from central government to local government continues to be uncertain, but is still very much on a downward slope, we have to look at different ways of doing things to make the wheel go round, while maintaining as many of our services to as high a standard as possible. Volunteering makes up a major part of that, but there does come

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a time when that itself can be unsustainable. People have to have a life as well. It was therefore a huge joy to see around 120 volunteers at a recent buffet lunch put on by Cllr’s Tracey Carter, Francis Biggadike and myself to thank them for their efforts in the Holbeach area and to realise how appreciated that is. Not only was it nice for them to be appreciated, it was also an opportunity for them to chat to other volunteers in different sectors, getting ideas, sharing innovation and understanding how they all fit into and contribute to the bigger picture and indeed the impact they have on the local economy as well. Importantly they also realise

that they are not on their own, there are many others with whom they can offload and share advice. This was our second thank you buffet and I know from their feedback that they are already looking forward to next year’s event and I very much hope it is something we as local politicians can continue provide. It is rewarding both for them and us and there is a mutual appreciation of the work they do, no less than by our Member of Parliament, Sir John Hayes, who as ever was there chatting to them all, along with a short speech of thanks, which was greatly appreciated.

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Advice Getting repairs done if you’re renting privately Your landlord is responsible for most major repairs to your home if you rent privately. This includes: • the structure of the property, for example walls, roof, windows and doors • sinks, baths, toilets • pipes and wiring • heating and hot water, for example the boiler • the safety of gas and electrical appliances You’ll be responsible for minor repairs, for example changing fuses and light bulbs. You’ll also have to fix anything you’ve damaged. If your home is damp, your landlord might not be responsible. It depends on what type of damp it is and what caused it. Your landlord doesn’t have to make

fixed sooner than a leaky tap.

improvements to a property, for example putting in double glazing. They might have to make reasonable adjustments - for example, if you have a disability and need a handrail to help you get upstairs. You won’t be responsible for repairs caused by other people, for example vandalism. Your tenancy agreement or statement of terms might give you extra rights, so it’s a good idea to check your paperwork

done. Unless it’s an emergency, your landlord should give you at least 24 hours’ notice if they want to visit your home to see the damage or do repairs.

Write to your landlord Write to your landlord as soon as you notice a problem. You could be held responsible if it gets worse. It’s best to put it in writing - send it to your landlord and keep a copy yourself. If a letting agent manages the property for your landlord, write to them and they should talk to your landlord. The letting agent will be responsible for making sure your landlord does the repairs. If your landlord’s responsible for the repairs, they should do them in a ‘reasonable’ amount of time. What counts as reasonable depends on the problem. For example, a broken boiler should be

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If your landlord won’t do the repairs Keep paying your rent. If you don’t, you’ll get into rent arrears and your landlord might then try to evict you. You can complain about your landlord or complain about your letting agent if they won’t do the repairs. If the problem is affecting your health or safety You can report your landlord to the Environmental Health department at your local council if your home is in a bad state of repair. You should do this if your home is unsafe or making you ill. This could be, for example because of: • a gas leak • a broken step • mould or damp • mice or cockroaches

that started after 1 October 2015, you might have more protection against being evicted. An Environmental Health Officer will look at your home and order your landlord to do repairs if they think it’s harmful to your health or safety. Keep evidence of what they say or any report they write. If your home is found to be unfit to live in, you might need to find a new place to live. Your council should get back to you quickly if the problem is severe or if someone in your home is very young, ill or elderly. If the council doesn’t take any action or doesn’t act quickly enough, you could ask them to look at their decision again - for example if you’ve got evidence that the problem is worse than they thought. If you’re still not happy with your council’s decision, you can complain. Contact your local council and ask how you can make a complaint. If your landlord still won’t fix the problem, contact Citizens Advice. For more information on this topic go to: www.citizensadvice.org.uk/ housing/renting-privately/during-your-tenancy/ dealing-with-repairs/

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(*Training and Development Day. Training and Develpment Days allow clients in crisis to obtain emergency support, provided they are willing to assist Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire with training. Advice will be given by trainees under supervision)

Drop in for a short assessment interview during opening hours, prior to being offered an appointment. Adviceline: 03444 111 444

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Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire is also open at the following: • Holbeach Youth Centre Boston Road South, Holbeach. PE12 7LR Friday 10:00am - 3:00pm Drop in for a 15 minute assessment am, prior to being offered an appointment

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for ACC Shaun West and were interviewed on Look North. All the children started their duties by chatting to the crowds, saying hello and giving plenty of high fives, they were then treated to a birds eye view of the pitch/ ground in the control tower. After a little walk they were able to watch a drone take flight and help to control it along with one of our designated Drones officer’s in Lincolnshire, they were all amazed with how clear the ground could be seen using the cameras and it raised lot’s of thoughts and questioning about how the police could use a drone to help people in need. It was then time to go to the pitch and watch the crowd this made the Mini Police officers “tummy’s tingle” but they all said this was the most exciting part of the day. All the children involved in the day were issued with a fabulous certificate to congratulate their efforts. The Mini Police officers were brave and resilient in their duties and took the crowds in their stride, they were all very grown up and enjoyed talking with their peers from different schools about their own individual programmes and PCSO’s this hasn’t been able to happen before within the Mini Police programme. This programme is about building Ambassadors for Lincolnshire and this day certainly took a step towards that goal for the children involved. A big well done to all.

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Wisbech Grammar School Mr Chris Staley , Headmaster at Wisbech Grammar School has announced, this week , a forward thinking and innovative plan that will have far-reaching benefits for pupils across the School. Mr Chris Staley , Headmaster at Wisbech Grammar School has announced, this week , a forward thinking and innovative plan that will have far-reaching benefits for pupils across the School. •School classrooms are being transformed with new designs based around Harkness tables. This is a method of teaching and learning that involves 12-14 pupils seated around a large oval table which encourages pupils to discuss ideas, work collaboratively and shifts the focus away from the more traditional, teacher at the front of the class, approach. •6th Form pupils will benefit

from a new 6th Form Centre which will allow pupils to have a dedicated space for specialist 6th Form subjects, collaborative and silent working spaces, a lecture facility, plus a café and common room space all with the aim of supporting academic success at A-level. •The old 6th Form house will be developed into a new International Boarding House and will be available for overseas pupils from September 2019. •Science and Maths, Humanities, alongside and Creative Hubs will be established which will mean pupils benefit from having focused academic environment s that utilise the expertise of specialist teaching staff and resources. The decision behind the new state of the art plans at WGS is based on the Headmaster’s vision of continuous improvement, and

year on year the School is raising standards to become a beacon of excellence for pupils. The driving forces behind these projects are twofold. Firstly, an improvement in Teaching and Learning and the classroom environment for pupils. Secondly, to begin the process of clustering departments into faculties in order to give subjects a clearer sense of identity and to create functional zones around the WGS campus. This gives the opportunity to really focus on subject areas that naturally complement and maximise opportunities across departments. In addition, the Governing Body has supported the Headmaster’s decision to launch an International Strategy. The idea of introducing a small group of overseas pupils into the WGS community is one that is founded on the Headmaster’s desire

to continue to widen the outlook of WGS pupils and, at the same time, prepare them for the world in which they will ultimately work. The School will be opening its doors to a small group of pupils from China in September 2019. On the back of the visit by the Headmaster at the end of last year, the School has seen a significant amount of interest from China and at present 7 pupils are signed up and committed to joining in September 2019. In fact one pupil will arrive in April for the start of the Trinity term and will be staying with a host family off campus. Therefore the catalyst for the next phase of development is to provide somewhere for pupils to live, but it also presents WGS with an ideal opportunity to fulfil the School’s ambition to improve the Teaching and Learning environments and group departments together.

Boston College’s annual Apprenticeship Awards Blazing a Trail Boston College apprentices and employers enjoyed an evening of success celebrating their achievements at the Apprenticeship Awards ceremony hosted at the College’s Sam Newsom Centre. Following the theme of National Apprenticeship Week, ‘Blazing a Trail’, the annual awards event, which was sponsored by Lincolnshire Co-Op, recognises the hard work, commitment and achievements of both apprentices and employers over the past academic year. Heather Lee, Head of People and Performance at Lincolnshire Co-Op said “At Lincolnshire Co-op we aim to make life better in our communities and supporting apprenticeships is a great way to do this. We were really pleased to work with Boston College to recognise local people achieving apprenticeships, supported by local employers.” Boston College currently trains over 450 apprentices, and out of these 16 apprentices were nominated to receive an ‘Apprentice of the Year’ award for outstanding achievement 14 | SIMPLY SPALDING | www.simplyspalding.co.uk

and progression during their apprenticeships. Jo Maher, Boston College Principal said, “I would like to congratulate and thank all those who attended our Apprenticeship Awards, it was a great opportunity to celebrate the shared success of our hard working apprentices. They are all fantastic role models and we have every confidence that they will contribute successfully to our economic growth and prosperity. We were also delighted to be able to recognise the support and commitment shown by Lincolnshire employers towards apprenticeships. I am grateful to our staff, who have experience in the industries our apprentices are working in, enabling us to foster and develop our much valued employer relationships.” The ‘Outstanding Apprentice of the Year’ Award was presented to Harriet Ingamells, Apprentice in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. Thrilled with her win, Harriet said, “I was very surprised to have received the ‘Outstanding Apprentice of the Year’ award. It has helped me feel valued

within my role and boosted my confidence. I am so lucky for the support I have received from Boston College and the relationship between the College and my employer.” Fourteen employers also received a special recognition award in a variety of categories, with a special ‘Individual Contribution to Apprenticeships’ award being presented to Tracey Robinson from Oldrids and Downtown.

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Adult Book Choice A Gift for Dying By M J Arlidge Nothing surprises Adam Brandt anymore. As a forensic psychologist, he’s seen and heard everything. That is, until he meets Kassie. Because she claims to have a terrible gift - with one look into your eyes, she can see when and how you will die.Adam doesn’t believe her, obviously. But then a serial killer starts wreaking havoc across the city, and only Kassie seems to know where he’ll strike next. Against all his intuition, Adam starts to believe her. He just doesn’t realise how dangerous this trust might be . . .

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Our four-legged friend has been tootling around trees and becoming pals with pigeons in Bourne Woods this month, and he’s straining at his lead to tell you about it…

t’s wellies, waggy tails and walkies in Bourne Woods for this furry chap and his human family! The sun is filtering through branches, birds are singing, look – there goes a squirrel! And cooing softly away is a wood pigeon perched on a low-lying branch. There are trails and tracks going this way and that, ponies, pushbikes, fellow dogs and children charging cheerfully about. My two-legged puppies are having a whale of a time crunching through leaves and leaping over logs. ‘Mind the mud Otis!’ they call out kindly. Too late. I now seem to be something of a brown Labrador. I lead the way, with my family eagerly following. Nose to the ground – so many smells that it’s sniffing on overtime. ‘Where

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everything in there easier to find, everything smells lovely and that smug feeling of every corner having had the light bounced off it, feels good. Spring cleaning is just as much about mental health for me. Letting go of the unneeded, tidying and sorting… it’s what we should all be doing for our brains and not just in the spring. It’s good to let the light into our souls – clear away the accumulated funk, banish the shadows and see everything as it is. Just as hiding away clothes makes your wardrobe messy, hiding away emotions and living in denial is no good for anything. It takes such energy to hold on to things that are not right for you, or not meant for you. Although the initial letting go is a tsunami of emotions – anger, regret, grief, desperation…what is left is a refreshing, beautiful new perspective on what could be. This spring, I am trying to let the light filter through the whole of my home and soul. It’s difficult for me examining things so closely in the sunshine, but the renewed energy I am finding is very positive and hugely calming. This month I encourage you to spring clean your wardrobes and your mind – I can guarantee the ghosts in there are no where near as scary as you think they are.

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Easter Days at the Farm During the Easter holidays it can be hard to think of new activities to entertain the children but often it doesn’t need to be an extravagant. There are so many craft activities you can steal from the internet if the weather isn’t kind or why not take a picnic to a local park? If that isn’t your thing, how about a meal at the end of the week at your favourite restaurant as a reward for good behaviour? Most children love to get outdoors so why not think about starting a new family hobby and invest in some camping equipment? The great outdoors is a brilliant way to bond and spend time together without distractions from emails, social media or the television. Get back to nature and enjoy time with your loved ones. For my two they love a visit to a farm park and it seems to suit all ages from babies up to pre-teens when we have been on days out with friends with older children.

Benefits of Visiting Local Farms Encourages Language Development To identify animals as they stand before your baby or toddler, carries so much weight as they are absorbing vocabulary words. As they become preschoolers, you can begin to identify differences in male vs. female vocabulary in regards to the animals. For example, a duck can now be a duck, drake and a duckling. Sensory Learning There are so many sensory opportunities at a farm: the textures of the animal fur, the dryness of the hay, the wet grass and the smooth vegetables, just to name a few. Farms offer a wide variety of contrasting tactile experiences for children. As they roam and touch things, let them enjoy all the information that they are absorbing. Carry antibacterial soap if it makes you feel more comfortable but their little minds are processing information at alarming rates. Ask them to describe what they feel as well as identify words of different textures (smooth, dry, wet, silky, furry). Imagine all the smells that will bombard their noses (or if that is an unpleasant thought don’t

imagine all the smells of the animals). As you come across an unusual smell, identify it and where it is coming from. It is not just the smell of the animals, but the grass, the feed, the flowers, the fruit and vegetables you are picking along with the fresh air. Increases Their Appreciation of Nature It is surprising how many children don’t have a full understanding of where our food comes from! By visiting a farm they can see firsthand where and how they get their favourite foods. Taking children to the farm exposes to them to the understanding that plants are grown and meat comes from animals. Based on their age, maturity and emotional sensitivity, you can introduce different concepts during your visit. For young toddlers, you may just identify animals and food. For older children, you may want to discuss scientific concepts. Promotes Healthy Living Get outside and play! Farms are educational playgrounds for young minds. Being active is not only fun, it also promotes a healthy lifestyle. Maize mazes will get your kids walking (and running) while hay stacks gets them climbing. Enhances Problem Solving Skills At maize mazes, children will not only get plenty of physical activity (some of them take hours to complete) but they will also engage their brain in problem solving skills. Some mazes have trivia questions at each stop which also adds to the excitement and learning. It may be hard, but let your kids decide which way to go. They can be strategic by following the map or just use a trialand-error method. Either way, they are boosting their cognitive development! Boosts Motor Skills Fine motor skills are constantly being developed when you pick your own fruits and vegetables. Our favourite season is early June for strawberries. Those little fingers love to pick fruits and vegetables especially when they can taste the fruits of their labour. As well, when children have the opportunity to feed animals at the petting zoo that is an opportunity for them to improve fine motor skills as well. The seeds to feed the goats and sheep are tiny and so they need to manipulate their hands so that they don’t drop the food. Introduction to Scientific Concepts Farms offer so many opportunities for kids to learn about science. Kids are introduced to botany (the study of plants), agriculture and horticulture (the cultivation of various fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and more). There is so much

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science involved in planting and growing fruits and vegetables. Often tractor rides with a tour guide helps families understand all the steps involved in making produce. Animal science is also introduced at farms as kids learn what animals thrive on a farm as well as what they eat and how they interact. Exploration and Discovery Pick your own farms will have the children motivated to pick their own food which also gets them eating a wider variety of fruits and vegetables. Visiting different farms will introduce your children to different types of produce. Whatever you do, fingers crossed we get some nice weather!

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Exciting Trends in Health and Wellness for 2019

Plant-based foods, wearable tech, MCT oils, CBD products… Trends in health and wellness over the past year have brought us an increased focus on healthy fats like ghee and coconut oil and an explosion in plant based food options and CBD oils. The future looks just as bright for 2019, with trends that show an increasing focus on full-body wellness and holistic health. Here are some trends we’re super excited to see in the health and wellness this year.

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Business Focus

Devonports Kitchens & Bathrooms

veryone agrees that the kitchen is the heart of any home and that you can’t beat a relaxing long soak in a luxurious bath to unwind at the end of a hard and tiring working day. Nobody knows that better than Stephen and Sarah Devonport who turned a longterm dream into a reality when they set up their own Devonports kitchen and bathroom design and installation business in Deeping St James. “It all began over 14 years ago with a desire to provide people with beautiful bathrooms and kitchens married up with expert design, advice and customer service,” said Sarah. They worked out of a home office and van in the early days of the business but were so driven with the dream of one day having their own showroom, that it was only a matter of time before the couple realised their ambition.

We are not driven by a team of sales staff, we have no targets or limits to reach or achieve, only the ones that we set ourselves to make our customers’ experiences enjoyable and personal. “We enjoyed many years of continued growth and success and our dream finally became a reality in 2009 when Devonports Kitchens & Bathrooms was born,” said Sarah. “Our initial showroom started out at 45 Bridge Street, Deeping St James and we now occupy the neighbouring two units which has allowed us to expand our existing showroom with further kitchen and bathroom displays.” The Devonports’ kitchens, along with its fitted bathroom furniture, are manufactured in Birmingham by Mereway Limited, which has more than 30 years of continued growth and success. They have three ranges within their kitchen portfolio and expanding into the showroom next door has given the Devonports the opportunity to display even more options. The new kitchen settings have been specifically designed to showcase different door styles and colours and different styles

of worktop. “We have included different ideas for islands that incorporate seating at breakfast bar level height and table height to give numerous options and ideas when planning a kitchen,” said Sarah. “Our existing showroom houses even more kitchen settings with laminate, Granite, Quartz and Corian worktops, all in an array of colours and shapes to show the beauty that can be created from all materials. “Just a change of worktop in your kitchen can often breathe new life and vitality into a room that perhaps felt tired before.” “At Devonports we strive to offer that something extra to the kitchen and bathroom buying experience. “We are not driven by a team of sales staff, we have no targets or limits to reach or achieve, only the ones that we set ourselves

to make our customers’ experiences enjoyable and personal. “We listen, which we believe is quite possibly the most important part of our communication with you, and we offer practical and knowledge-based advice. “We do not take it lightly that we are welcomed into people’s homes and so we always treat them with the utmost respect, keeping our working environment as clean and tidy as possible at all times.” Devonports has its own team of in-house kitchen and bathroom fitters, and uses the services of the same tilers, electricians and plasterers that it has for many years. “Whether you are looking to change your kitchen worktops, replace your bath with a shower or build a brand new extension to incorporate a new kitchen we can take care of it all,” said Sarah.

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Focus on Long Sutton This month we look a little bit of history on the town of Long Sutton.

he existence of a settlement in Long Sutton can be traced back to Norman times and possibly to the 9th century, the Friday Market dates back to the early 13th Century, when the town was a prosperous trading centre, by the 14th Century Long Sutton was said to be one of the richest communities in Lincolnshire with it’s main industry being farming of the rich arable land that surrounds this market town, which has always contributed to the prosperity of the area. Long Sutton has many examples of fine Georgian architecture, St Mary’s Church, is famous

for its 13th Century leadcovered timber spire. This is a similar design as Chesterfield’s famous twisted spire but Long Sutton’s spire still stands straight and true. It is now the highest, oldest and best-preserved lead spire in England and possibly Europe: Legend has it that Dick Turpin Highwayman stopped in Long Sutton on his legendry overnight ride from London to York hence the name “Swap Coat Lane” a street leading of Market Street, it is said that King Johns jewels were lost in the wash area somewhere around Long Sutton which at that time was an island or costal settlement in the Wash.

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F E Walton & Son Funeral Directors We are F E Walton & Son Funeral Directors. We have over 100 years of experience conducting bespoke funeral services. Having served our local community in Long Sutton since 1905, we are renowned for our consistently high standards of funeral care, services and facilities. We understand that planning a funeral can be difficult, so we want you to know that we are here to offer you our full support. If you need any advice or guidance, our dedicated funeral professionals are here to help make things a little bit

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Chilli Hut

Using only the finest and freshest ingredients, our talented chefs offer a wide and diverse menu packed with tasty takeaway dishes for you to enjoy in the comfort of your own home. Our new app allows you to order your food for collection or delivery and enjoy your night in without the hassle. Chilli Hut food is ready fast

and the staff are very friendly. It is our commitment at Chilli Hut to provide excellent food, ranging from pizzas to curries to kebabs. The service you will experience is second to none and the whole meal is hopefully something you and your family will come back for, for many years to come. Chilli Hut offers a delivery service within 10 miles, all our food is cooked fresh. We offer a wide choice of gluten free and vegetarian options and are famous for the flavours our own homemade curry sauces with secret recipes – if you haven’t tried a curry from Chilli Hut yet, you are missing out!

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Long Sutton as we know lives are so much busier and people want and need convenience. There’s no need to make an extra journey to the shops! Our boxes are reasonably priced and start from as little as £5 for seasonal produce. We are able to deliver to individuals and businesses, please call for more details and to start your delivery today.

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New Tom Davies Frames At Coakley Opticians Do you fancy joining the likes of Ed Sheeran, Angelina Jolie, Rita Ora and Johnny Depp in the latest trend of Bespoke glasses? We now stock the exclusive eyewear range designed and made in Britain by Tom Davies. You may find a pair of glasses that look good but mark your nose or fall down your face. We do not all have the same face shape and conform to the “norm”. Or do you find the right shape, but not the right colour? Tom Davies have a stunning collection of frames that are ready to wear. But if you want something unique, Tom Davies

can combine any colour, style and size to create a unique and tailor-made look just for you. Having your eyewear tailor made to match your facial features, personality and lifestyle enables us to ensure the fit and comfort of your frames is perfect. Finally, we can design your frame around your optical needs, making sure you not only look your best, but that your vision is not restricted by the style you have chosen. Tom Davies will even engrave your name onto the frame if you wish. Pop in to have a look at this fabulous range!

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Kimberley Care Village Kimberley Care Village provides an outstanding service by ensuring our dedicated award winning team remain focussed on providing a safe, stimulating and friendly environment specifically tailored to each resident’s individual needs. Our 61 room residential home is set in two acres of grounds with landscaped gardens and is a comfortable walk from the centre of the historical market town of Long Sutton where you will find tea rooms, post office, shops and bank.

We have our own spa and hairdressing salon, traditional sweet shop and free wi-fi is available. A wide variety of entertainment and activities are on offer and regular outings. The newly refurbished kitchen, with its expert staff, provides a range of nutritious home cooked meals to cater for all tastes and dietary needs, served in our comfortable dining rooms. Anyone requiring short term respite will find their needs expertly provided for in our brand new bespoke Respite Unit. Each room has been tastefully decorated and furnished with its own call point, TV, ensuite walk in shower and private access to the garden area. Potential residents and their families are always welcome to come and have a look round. Visit us today or call 01406364309.

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The Bancroft Residential Home The Bancroft Residential Home stands in its own Landscaped Grounds. Located in the market town of Long Sutton with a beautiful Historic Church and Select shops. Close to Royal Sandringham Estate and the Norfolk coast. The home staff aim to provide individualised personal care in a

relaxed homely environment. The Bancroft Residential Care Home is registered for 32 beds providing 24 hour personal care (not nursing) and accommodation for men and women with or without Dementia predominately over the age of 65. The home also offers respite care and day care subject to availability.

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Solo Window Blinds We are a small family business established in 1985, with 33 years of business. We offer a made to measure service using trusted companies to the domestic and commercial trade. We offer a large range of roller,vertical , venetian and

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Fun facts: Teriyaki sauce is actually more of an American tradition than a Japanese one, according to known history. Whilst Teriyaki is thought to have originated in Japan, the sauce itself can be traced back to Japanese immigrants who settled in Hawaii.

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9.00am – 12pm Painting Group Cowbit Village Hall 9.30am - 10.30am Pilates with Lisa, Pinchbeck Library, T: 07929 341042, E: lisa@fitnesswithlisa.co.uk 9.30am - 10.45am Yoga, Mindfulness and Relaxation, Moose Hall, Love Lane, Spalding, T: 07817 623330 10.00am – 11.30am Shining Stars Toddler Group, The Lighthouse Church, Haverfield Road, Spalding. 10.00am – 12.00 noon Mums and Tots Group, Spalding Gymnastics Academy, T: 01775 713599 12.30pm - 1.30pm Preschool Gymnastics Group, Spalding Gymnastics Academy, T; 01775 713599 1.00pm - 3.00pm and 7.00pm - 9.00pm Pottery Classes Unique Cottage Studios. T: 07709 356371 2.30pm - 4pm First & Third Monday of month Bereavement support group The Vista Hall, Spalding 01775 767165 3.30pm - 4.30pm, Renew class (stretch, strengthen and relaxation class). Moose Hall, Love Lane, Spalding. Tel: Zoe 07921 553849 Monday Evening Boston Wheelers cyclingclub - Wheelers beginners bike rides. Meet at Hammer & Pincers. Contact Debbie Winrow via the Facebook page for further info. 6.30pm – 7.30pm Keep fit , long Sutton, Market House, 9 Market Street 7.00pm - 7.45pm puppy/beginners, 7.45-8.30pm intermediate, 8.30-9.15pm advanced. Umbrella. Bookings only, call 01775 761795/07971 393832 8-9pm “Pay to Play” session, under England Netball, Age 14 and over, Peele Leisure Centre Long Sutton

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10.00am - 12.00pm and 1.00pm 3.00pm Pottery Classes Unique Cottage Studios T.07709 356371 10am until 11am . Tai Chi contact Tonic Health for more information on 01775 725059. 2.00pm – 4.00pm New Age Kurling Whaplode Village Hall, T: 01406 370961 or 01406 370377 E: pamelamcneil45@tiscali.co.uk 5pm -6pm Spalding TAGB Tae Kwon-DoSchool - for Junior beginners aged 5 to 10 years old. Castle Sports Complex Albion Street. ceegeefitta@gmail.com Carl – 07786 444292 www.mftkd.co.uk 6.00pm - 6.45pm Zumba, Pinchbeck East Primary School, T: 07989 206246

6.00pm – 7.00pm Legs, Bums and Tums at Lyndis Walk Community Hall, Holbeach T: 07944 432 400 6.00 - 7.30 Spalding TAGB Tae Kwon-Do School - All Students 11 years and above inc adultbeginners. Castle Sports Complex, Albion Street ceegeefitta@gmail.com Carl- 07786444292 www.mftkd.co.uk 6.30pm - Zumba, Definitions Gym, T: 07595 597023 7.00pm – 8.00pm Aerobics, Lyndis Walk Community Hall, Holbeach, T: 07944 432400 7.00pm – 9.00pm Lymphoma, Myeloma and Leukemia Support Group, First Tuesday of every month, Wings Meadow Activity Centre, Freiston Road, Boston. PE21 OJH E: julia.buyukkaraca@ulh.nhs.uk, T: 01205 446151 7.30-8.30pm Renew class (stretch, strengthen and relaxation class). Surfleet Village Hall. Tel: Zoe 07921 553849 7.30pm – 10.00pm Table Tennis coaching available at High School Sports Hall Matmore Gate 01775 681201 or 07801 655292 secretary.spaldingtabletennis@gmail.com www.tabletennis365.com/Spalding

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9.30am- 12.00 noon Card Craft, Long Sutton Market House, 9 Market Street, Long Sutton PE12 9DD 10.00am – 11.30am Shining Stars Toddler group, The Lighthouse Church, Haverfield Road, Spalding. 10.00am -11.30am Yoga with relaxation, St Norbert’s Church Hall, Spalding. T: Viv 07790 469196 10.00am – 12.00 noon Over 50s Badminton Club, Holbeach Community Centre, T: 01406 424602 10.00am - 11.30am Tea/Coffee morning, Calvary Baptist Church, Carrington Road, Spalding, PE11 1LY, T: 01775 527516. 12.00 noon – 1.00pm Yoga with Lisa, Pinchbeck, T: 07929 341042, E: lisa@fitnesswithlisa.co.uk 1.30pm until 3.30pm Movement 4 Memory, (drop in dementia cafe), contact Tonic Health for more information on 01775 725059. 2.00pm – 4.00pm – Short Mat Bowls, Holbeach Community Centre. Fishpond Lane Holbeach. PE12 7DQ, 07966 527070 2pm – 4:30pm Weeky Tea Dances, Surfleet Village Hall T: 01775 680281 4.15pm – 5.15pm Mini Tennis Training (4-9 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 5.45pm – Intense Zumba, Whaplode Village Hall, 07595 597023.

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6.00pm – 7.30pm Indoor Bowls, Spring Gardens, Long Sutton, T: 07944 432400 6.30pm - 7.15pm Puppy/beginners, 7.15pm - 8.00pm Intermediate 1, 8.00pm -8.45pm Intermediate 2, 8.45pm - 9.30pm advanced. Grammar School. Bookings only, call 01775 761795/07971 393832. 6.30 to 8.00pm, Mark Farnham Schools of Tae Kwon Do, The Peele Leisure Centre, 84 Little London Road,Long Sutton, Lincolnshire. PE12 9LF 01553 841880 (Office) 07771644460 (Mobile) mark@mftkd.co.uk (email) 6.30pm – 10.00pm - Holbeach radio controlled model car club, Holbeach Community Centre, 07786245490, www.holbeachrcmodelcarclub.co.uk 7-8pm Soccercise (Aerobics with footballs, for ladies), Carter’s Park, Holbeach. Starts 6 July. Tel: Holly 07800 566058 7.00pm - 9.30pm Holbeach Air Training Corps, Church Street, Holbeach,oc.2430@ aircadets.org, T: 01406 422883 Wednesday & Friday Evenings. 7.30pm – 9.00pm Spalding Marching Ambassadors, (term time) (9 to 21yrs) learn to play drum & trumpet. United Reform Church, Pinchbeck Road, Spalding, T: 01775 723087, E: jim-bright@hotmail.co.uk 8.00pm Zumba, Gedney Victory Hall, T: 07595 597023 8.30pm - 9.30pm Zumba Fitness, Spalding School of Dance, T: 077393 60370

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9.15am Zumba Fitness, Definitions Gym, T: 07595 597023 10.00am Pop Tots, St Thomas Road Methodist Church, Spalding. T: 07557 945546. 10.00am Musical Minis, Hazel Morgan, E: Hazel@musicalminis.co.uk T: 07752 270700 10.00am - 11.30am Mothers & Toddlers, Term time only at Calvary Baptist Church, Carrington Road, Spalding, PE11 1LY T: 01775 527516. 10.30am – 12.30pm Spalding & District Branch Parkinsons UK, Third Thursday of each month, Pinchbeck Village Hall, Knight Street, Pinchbeck,Val Crewe Tel: 01406 371348 2.00pm - 4.00pm Come Knit With Us, Park Court Community Centre, Weston, T: 07757 657510 6.00pm – 9.00pm Youth Club 11-16 Long Sutton Market House, 9 Market Street, Long Sutton PE12 9DD. 6.15pm – 7.30pm Yoga for beginners, Spalding Yoga at the Umbrella Westlode

Street. T:Nikki 07935250114. W: www.spaldingyoga.co.uk 6.30pm – 7.30pm Keep fit , long Sutton, Market House, 9 Market Street 6.30 - 8pm Yoga with Relaxation BWY. St Norbert’s Church Hall, Spalding. T 07790 469196 7.00pm - 8.00pm Puppy/ Beginners, 8.00pm – 9.00pm Intermediate. Grammar School. Bookings only, call 01775 761795/07971 393832. 7.00pm Cancer Support Group, St. Barnabas, T: 01406 359919 7.30 - 9.30pm every Thursday Sept- May Choral singing with South Holland Singers. No auditions. St Paul’s School, Queens Rd, Spalding Tel.01775 761106 7.30pm Holbeach Horticultural Society Meet 2nd Thursday of each month, from Feb – Dec at William Stukeley Primary School, Holbeach. Contact Sue on 07791 688213 www.holbeachhorticultural.co.uk 7.45pm – 9.00pm Yoga (mixed abilities), Spalding Yoga at the Umbrella Westlode Street. T: Nikki 07935250114. 9.00pm – 10.00pm Water Polo Club, Castle Sports Complex, T: 07584 034372

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9.15am - Zumba, Whaplode Village Hall, 07595 597023 10.00am -3.00pm Flower Painting Watercolour Workshops, The Lincolnshire Gallery, T: 01945 870411 10.00am Music Bugs, Coronation Hall, Market Deeping. T: 0844 578 1015 E: sarah@ musicbugs. co.uk, W: www.musicbugs.co.uk 10.45am Music Bugs, St Norberts Community Centre, Spalding. T: 0844 578 1015 E: sarah@ musicbugs.co.uk, W: www. musicbugs.co.uk 10.00am Indoor bowls & coffee, Park Court Community Room, Weston. T: 01522 585580 10.00am – 11.30am Shining Stars Toddler group, The Lighthouse Church, Haverfield Road, Spalding. 1pm – 2pm, Camaraderie club for over 60’s, Spalding Services Social Club. 4.00pm – 5.00pm Tennis Training (5-8 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 5.15pm – 6.15pm Tennis Training (11-16 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 7.00pm - 9.30pm Holbeach Air Training Corps, Church Street, Holbeach, oc.2430@ aircadets.org, T: 01406 422883 Wednesday & Friday Evenings. 7.00pm - 8.30pm Junior Fencing (7- 13yrs), Castle Sports Complex, T: 01775 762178 E: BlademasterGBR@aol.com,

12 April Twirlywoos Live, 2pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777

3 April - 7 April 25 ApriL Sweeney Todd School Edition, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, South Knot, 8pm, South Holland Holland Centre, 01775 76477 Centre, 01775 764777 7 April Royal Opera House Live Opera: La Forza del Destino, 2pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777

26 April Funhouse Comedy Club, 8.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777

9 April If All the World Were Paper, 2pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777

30 ApriL Royal Opera House Opera: Faust, 6.45pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777

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8.45am - 11.00am Junior Indoor Bowls, Castle Sports Complex, Spalding. T: 01775 714556 9.00am - 9.45am Puppy/ Beginners, 9.50am - 10.35am Intermediate 1, 10.40am- 11.25am Intermediate 2, 11.30am -12.15pm call 01775 761795/07971 393832. 9 -10am, Girls Football (under 12s) Glen Park, Surfleet. Tel: Holly 07800 566058 9.15am -10.15am Freestyle Dance Class (4-7 Years), St John’s Church Hall, T: 07545 146086 10.30am-11.30am Freestyle Dance Class (8-12 Years), St John’s Church Hall, T:07545 146086 9.15am Zumba, Peele Leisure Centre, T: 07595 597023 9.30am – 10.30am Little Warrior Martial Arts, WI Holbeach, 4-11years T: 07925 244817 10.30am –12.00 noon Multi Fighting arts, WI Holbeach, Adults T: 07925244817 10.00am – 11.15am Junior Golf Coaching, Spalding Golf Club, T: 01775 680474 10.00am – 11.00am Tennis Training, (9 -12 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 11.00am – 12.00 noon Tennis Training, (13 -18 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 Intermediate 3, 12.15-1.00pm Advanced. Pinchbeck Village Hall. Bookings only, call 01775 761795/07971 393832

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10.30am – 12 noon Family Taekwondo, Castle Sports Complex, T: 01775 760190 E: kay.temple9@gmail.com 11.00am – 12.00 noon Tennis Training, (11-14 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 7-8:30pm Jive Dance Class, Perfect for beginners or improvers. Great exercise, learn a new skill. Two left feet very welcome. The Curlew Centre, Sutton Bridge. £4 per person. Contact: 07767 149167.

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INDEPENDENT CANDIDATES South Holland District Council Elections 2019 Why Vote Independent?

We are a group of independent minded individuals representing the whole community. Independent Councillors are free to vote as they wish to benefit the residents they represent. NO ONE tells us how to Vote. We do it because we CARE.

We are doing our best for the whole community, YOUR community.

Bryan Alcock

Crowland & Deeping St Nicholas

Jane King

Simon Walsh

Donington, Quadring & Gosberton

Paul Foyster Holbeach

Some of the issues we have and will continue to support include;-

Andy Tennant

Long Sutton, Little Sutton, Lutton & Tydd

Anthony Cronin

Spalding Monkshouse

• Weekly recycling and refuse collections, • Extending the garden waste collection & reintroduce a monthly refuse amenity collection pickup to major settlements to help reduce fly tipping, • Improving the leisure and pleasure facilities, • Supporting new and existing business to grow and increase employment, in the District with the Grants4Growth scheme and other funds available, • Community Wardens to help make our communities safer, • Cracking down on anti-social behaviour, litter and crime, • Build council houses to replace those sold off, • Lobby for a Government funding system that is fairer so South Holland gets the funding it deserves.

INDEPENDENT COUNCILLORS co-operate with each other for a better future for district residents and are pledged to serve YOUR INTERESTS FIRST

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Manzur Hasan Spalding St Johns

PLEASE VOTE FOR YOUR INDEPENDENT CANDIDATE ON THURSDAY 2ND MAY Angela Newton

Spalding Monkshouse

Robert West

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Brenda Wickham Spalding Wygate

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Rob Gibson

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