September 26-29 see pages 10- 11 for details
Arrests made in crematorium ashes probe
THREE people have been arrested and released on bail after reports of ashes not being buried at Lincoln Crematorium in accordance with the wishes of the families of the deceased.
Crematorium staff reported six incidents in which they believed some co-workers had mishandled ashes, but a police investigation centres around one individual whose ashes could not be located yet the burial ceremony went ahead, witnessed by family members.
Crematorium operators City of Lincoln Council notified Lincolnshire Police and commissioned an urgent inspection of the facility by the Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities, which is in progress.
A 52-year-old man, a 38-year-old man, and a 46-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, and both men also on suspicion of fraud by false representation.
Angela Andrews, Chief Executive of City of Lincoln Council (pictured) said: “I am shocked and distraught to confirm that a small number of families did not receive the level of care and service they and their loved ones deserved, and rightly expected, in relation to the burial of their loved ones’ ashes.
“They were let down at a time when they needed the high level of dedication and professionalism that our crematorium team has always been proud to provide.
“I have personally visited or spoken to the six families identified as being directly affected by this situation, to work out how we can best help them through this difficult time and to offer our deepest apologies.
“I have been humbled by the responses I received from these families, and we are working with them to agree on lasting tributes to their loved ones.
“I would like to reassure those who have previously used the crematorium that there is no evidence of any other families being affected, other than those we have already been in contact with.
“This situation came to light thanks to concerns raised by council staff. We have launched a thorough internal investigation into what
happened, and how it happened, and our initial findings have been shared with Lincolnshire Police who are now investigating one of the incidents.”
Chief Superintendent Kate Anderson added: “We know what a distressing case this will be for the family affected, and they are the people we are keeping in our minds as we progress this investigation. They wish to deal with this matter as privately as possible, and we ask that those wishes are respected by media and others who might want to talk about the case online.
“We also realise how upsetting it will be for others who have lost loved ones to hear about this investigation, and we are doing everything we can to build the broader picture of understanding around what has happened, and our officers continue to examine all the circumstances around this case.
“The family is at the forefront of this, and will be supported by specially-trained officers as the investigation progresses, and given details for Victim Services which can help to support people through policing investigations.”
Since the investigation was launched 30 people contacted a special helpline set up for relatives. This has now closed, but enquiries can still be made via 01522 881188.
Moving House?
End of an era and the start of something new
IT’S always sad when something ends. There’s rarely if ever an easy cut-off point or a clean break.
The announcement that The Lincolnite would stop trading with immediate effect on Tuesday, August 20, wasn’t exactly a bolt from the blue. Trouble had been brewing for some time and seems to have been partly self-inflicted. I won’t rake over those coals here - it’s demise left people out of work and a gap in Lincoln’s media offering.
Whatever the feelings about the news website towards the end there is no doubt it started as a force for good, bringing Lincoln’s fourth estate into the digital age when it launched.
It’s the type of asset the city can’t afford to be without and hopefully it won’t be for long.
Over the past few months we have been talking to partners in the city about setting up a new digital platform that serves the wider community of Lincoln and beyond.
It will not be The Lincolnite 2.0.
For a start it will sit in a community interest company so all profits will go back into bringing Lincoln the best digital communications service we and our partners can produce - integrity and innovation will be the watch words.
With a working title of Hello Lincoln the focus will be on community and the advocacy of the city as a place to live, work, study, visit and invest .
We should also stress that our digital Hello Lincoln will not adversely affect the Lincoln Independent. We still believe print and the Indie has an important role to play in serving Lincoln.
You will understand that things have been a little hectic this month and I never got to meet up with Hamish Falconer MP despite both of our best efforts, so look out for our chat with him in October’s issue.
We can’t sign off this month without saying thank you to Kate Bell.
She is moving on from being City of Lincoln’s Climate Change Manager, but has been instrumental in ensuring this magazine has passed on the Climate Crisis message and how we all have a part to play in helping the city meet its goal to become carbon neutral by 2030.
We know she’ll still be involved in helping Lincoln achieve that goal and through her we have the contacts to ensure we keep readers up-to-date.
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Zombie knife amnesty September deadline
POLICE are urging the public to hand over dangerous ‘zombiestyle’ knives and machetes in the current amnesty, ahead of a change in legalisation which will add them to the list of prohibited offensive weapons.
The Home Office’s surrender and compensation scheme runs until Monday, September 23.
Any zombie-style knife or machete can be handed in at police stations in Lincolnshire and make a claim for compensation to the Home Office.
From Tuesday, September 24, it will be an offence to possess ‘zombie-style’ knives or machetes, adding them to already banned items including butterfly knives, Samurai swords, and push daggers. The manufacture, importation, sale and general supply of these knives will also be prohibited.
Surrender bins will also be available at the designated stations for anonymous drop-offs of any kind of knife without compensation.
More information on the government’s plan can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nationwide-call-tosurrender-all-zombie-style-knives-and-machetes.
Anyone who owns one of these weapons can bring them in to the Enquiry Offices at Lincoln Police Station, South Park Avenue, Lincoln, LN5 8EL, which is open Monday – Saturday 8am – 6pm, and Sunday 10am– 4pm.
Inspector Carrie Diamond, knife crime lead at Lincolnshire Police, said: “This is a really important piece of legislation because it means another weapon with the potential to cause serious harm is being taken off the streets.
“These weapons are really frightening to look at and designed to cause harm; there is no practical purpose to own one of these weapons, and I would encourage anyone who has one to make use of the surrender period and dispose of it in a safe way.
“Tackling knife crime starts with prevention, and our ideal goal would be nobody ever carries a knife or other offensive weapons; this law change will prevent people from being able to legally own one of these weapons in the first place, and anything which makes it harder for people to get access to zombie knives and machetes is an important step.”
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“LocalMotion Lincoln is a social justice movement that aims to put the power and resources in the hands of local people who, we believe, hold the wisdom to a better, fairer future for all,” said the organisation’s Charlotte Brooks.
After securing more than £2.7m to be distributed to individuals and organisations of Lincoln that are working towards community led prosperity, aspiration and sustainability, LocalMotion Lincoln is implementing different ways to map change, hear feedback and respond quickly to the needs and desires of our communities.
“We are continuously experimenting with a range of ways to give people locally a voice. The ambition at the core of our local plan, which is always under development depending on what we hear, is exploring how Lincoln is moving towards a fully inclusive future” added Charlotte.
“Last year when we looked at prosperity, we had an amazing response with more than people getting involved. But we know there are many more people we need to reach out to and are always looking for new ideas to get you involved.”
If you are interested in finding out about LocalMotion Lincoln or wish to provide feedback you can email hello@localmotion.org.uk or text, WhatsApp or call 07778 246 746 to be heard in your own way on your own time – calls and messages will not be responded to directly.
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Spotting the signs of love bombing
LOVE bombing is a form of psychological and emotional abuse that is often disguised as excessive flattery.
Love bombing looks different in every relationship, but there are signs that you can look out for, including:
l over communication of their feelings
l early, intense talks about your future
l showering you with unwanted gifts
l wanting to know everything about you right away
l needing constant validation
l intense declarations of love
l intense clinginess
l jealousy
l overwhelming compliments and attention
l ignoring your boundaries
l excessively following your whereabouts
l reminders of how ‘good you are together’.
It is important to remember that love bombing can occur in any relationship, whether that be in romantic, friendships or
family members.
Love bombing often occurs due to a person’s insecurity, inability to trust or their dependence on others. However, love bombing can be a tactic of abuse and coercive control and may be intentional or unintentional.
It creates an idealised version of the love bomber, and when their ‘true colours’ begin to show, the victim will often strive to return to that idealised nature of the relationship.
Love bombings tends to occur in three phases:
may be in an abusive relationship and escaping domestic violence is not easy.
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l idealisation - when your partner showers you with excessive love and affection in order to draw you in.
l devaluation - when red flags may start to appear and your partner may try to exert control over you, manipulate you or may even resort to physical violence
l discard - your partner may avoid accountability when you confront them about their behaviour
It can be very difficult to accept that you
If you feel you are a victim of domestic abuse do not hesitate to reach out on any of the contact numbers provided below.
Ringrose Law offers a 24-Hour Domestic Abuse Helpline on 07739 748675 or you can email to access the support you need.
National Centre for Domestic Violence: 0800 970 2070 or alternatively text NCDV to 60777
Call Lincolnshire Police on 101 or 999 in an emergency
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Experience a sonic revelation at new showroom
DISCOVER just how good music and visual entertainment can sound in your home with Revelation Audio Lincoln.
That’s the invitation from David McCaffrey (top picture) who has spent over 20 years in the audio-visual industry working with the likes of Panasonic, Sony, JBL, Arcam and Tannoy.
He has set up Revelation Audio as a home-from-home sound experience in the Hi-Fi Showroom at 50 Grantham Street, the Grade II listed building from the 15th century that was the former headquarters of St John Ambulance.
“My whole trip into high-fidelity audio was based on a simple, original passion for music and an unrelenting pursuit to find the ultimate sound experience. That initial passion has, over the years, developed into a profound competence resting on quality - a competence I am proud to share with everyone,” said David.
The recently opened showroom (centre picture) is set up as a living space to let clients experience how different equipment will sound in their homes. Access is by appointment only so systems can be customised to clients.
“At Revelation Audio, we understand that finding the perfect system is a deeply personal journey. That’s why we meticulously hand-pick each brand and product we offer, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and performance.
“Our selection process is extensive and precise, as we look to work with only the best, most dedicated brands that share our passion for excellent sound quality and craftsmanship.
“I personally invite you to join us at Revelation Audio and allow us to help you discover the ideal system to unleash the full emotional potential of your favourite music.
“The original architectural features provide a stunning backdrop that merge medieval craftsmanship with the sleek lines of modern design.
“We’re super excited to bring Revelation Audio to Lincoln. We want to give our customers the best possible audio experience, whether they are searching for a high-end home audio system, multiroom speakers or personal listening devices are of interest.”
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Thursday 26 September 1pm
International Reading Group
Discuss a short extract from Zadie Smith’s short story collection, Grand Union (2019). Chaired by Dr Andrew Rowcroft. FREE
Thursday
26 September 3pm
Lincoln Book Festival Launch
Explore the festival programme in greater detail, meet some of the committee members and hear about future plans for the festival.
FREE, pre-book Live Streamed
Thursday
26 September 4.30pm
Thursday
26 September 6pm
‘Creativity in Autism’
Olivia Macnab and co-author Dr. Clare Lawrence host an insightful discussion on how to overcome barriers to creativity in autism. FREE, pre-book
‘Oaklore’ by Jules Acton
Hosted by Dr Tim Rideout
‘Oaklore: Adventures in a World of Extraordinary Trees’ author Jules Acton personifies nature making complex scientific theories accessible.
£7 /Live Pass £5 BSL \ Live Streamed
Thursday 26 September 7pm Demo
See the best new artistic ideas tested out in front of an audience for the very first time with Ben Norris and Emma Gravelling.
£10 /Live Pass £5
Friday
27 September 12.30pm WATERSTONES Meet Rick Stein
Food Stories is the result of the popular chef’s travels around the UK. Meet Rick as he signs copies - no tickets but arrive early to avoid disappointment. https://www.waterstones.com/event s/meet-rick-stein/lincoln-high-st
Book in for festival events
Welcome to the Lincoln Book Festival 2024 - Generations -see opposite page. Below is the festival programme and the QR code will give you even more information.
Friday 27 September 5.30pm
In Conversation with Jamie Raines & Shaaba on ‘The T in LGBT’
An entertaining and heartwarming evening with social media stars Jamie and Shaaba.
£10 /Live Pass £5
Friday
27 September 6.15pm
Friday
Creative Meet Up – Book
Festival Special Socialise with other like-minded people. Writers, poets and playwrights welcome.
FREE, pre-book
27 September 8pm Spirited Skeptics: Paranormal Conversations
Hosted by Dr Kate Cherrell with Professor Chris French and Dr Callum Cooper on paranormal experiences.
£10 / Live Pass
£5
BSL \ Live Streamed
Friday 27 September 8pm
Saturday
28 September
Saturday 28 September 10.30am
Verse and Vibes Open Mic night for all budding and established writers to perform. Sign up on the night.
FREE
Family Day
10am – 2pm Book Crafts with Hannah Peacock
2-4pm Family Reading with Martyn Bignell
FREE, pre-book
Flash Fiction Special Event Budding authors crafted compelling short stories in precisely 50 words - listen to the winning entries!
FREE, pre-book
Saturday 28 September 12noon
Saturday 28 September 1pm-3pm
Meet the Author: Jarvis Jarvis’s books include Bear and Bird and The Boy with Flowers in His Hair. They have over sold 1.2 million copies worldwide in over 25 languages.
FREE, pre-book
USHER GALLERY
Stories of the Usher
Meet the characters of the Usher Gallery from history and art. Includes crafts and family activities in learning room.
All events take place at Lincoln Arts Centre unless stated. Book tickets at www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk Box Office - 01522 837600 @lincolnbookfestival
Saturday 28 September 5pm
Saturday 28 September 7pm
The Book Club Club
Podcast
The first rule of Book Club Club is you must talk about books. Discuss and dissect title ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ by Shelby Van Pelt. Obviously there’s wine available too. £5
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN, LN5 8DW
Love Letters to Music
Itself: Scenes & Their Legacies
With Audrey Golden and Jane Savidge chatting to Guy Mankowski about musical scenes, eras and movements that left a vivid and indelible impression.
£10 / Live Pass £5
BSL
Sunday
29 September 11am – 4pm
Ghost Story Writing Workshop
Adam Z Robinson guides seasoned and new writers in developing the craft of ghost story writing. 16+
£15 / Live Pass £5
Sunday
29 September 11.30am
Meet the Author: Anna Terreros-Martin
Author-Illustrator of The Friendly Mammoth and Can You See The Stars Tonight? In association with Shelf Editions/ Lark Books
FREE, pre-book
Sunday
29 September 12noon
Lincolnshire Women in History
Historian and author Sharon Bennett Connolly on Nicholaa de la Haye, Katherine Swynford, Katherine Willoughby and Protestant martyr Anne Askew. £7 / Live Pass £5 BSL \ Live Streamed
Sunday
29 September 2pm - 4pm
Sunday
FREE
Friday
27 September 4.30pm
Demystifying Publishing for Creative Writers
Have you written an amazing story and don’t know what to do next? Find out in this informative and interactive workshop FREE - limited places
Saturday 28 September 2pm
Story Time with Mama G Original stories and songs, in an uplifting story time for the whole family.
FREE, pre-book
BSL \ Live Streamed
29 September 2pm - 4pm
Zine Workshop
Make your own zine with Lou from Lincoln Zine Fest. Share your info, art, writing and creativity.
FREE, pre-book
Local History Afternoon Representatives from the the Lincoln Record Society, the Society for Lincolnshire History & Archaeology, and The Survey of Lincoln – will be on hand to talk about their work.
FREE, pre-book
Books can bridge the generation gap
BRINGING people together through a shared love of reading, writing and the arts is the aim of Lincoln Book Festival 2024. Many events and activities are designed to bridge generational divides and bring people of different ages together - whether that’s exploring little-known stories of local history or storytelling through new creative writing.
There’s a new festival hub at Lincoln Arts Centre on the campus of the University of Lincoln and this will also be the venue for the majority of the events.
“It’s the most eclectic programme in the festival’s 20-year history featuring plenty of options for audiences of all ages to come together and connect through all aspects of the written word, packed into four days,” said Ian Richards from Lincoln Book Festival organising committee,
“The 2024 line-up for Lincoln Book Festival is our most varied yet, with more opportunities than ever before for people to get involved, whether that’s picking up a pen in a writing workshop, getting creative in arts and crafts, learning more about local history, talking fiction in our live interactive podcast, or grabbing the microphone to perform their own creative work on stage.”
Highlights of this year’s festival include:
l Chef Rick Stein signing his new book;
l Musical stories from Britpop pioneers Audrey Golden and Jane Savidge;
l Skeptical tales of the paranormal and a ghost writing workshop;
l Family free events and activities with children’s favourites Jarvis and panto dame Mama G;
l History afternoon with the city’s heritage organisations and learning about
Lincolnshire’s famous women in history;
l Tips on how to get published for creative writers - an interactive workshop with Writing East Midlands.
“As always, the festival is also a great chance to meet some wonderful guest authors and contributors, ranging from podcast stars, YouTube influencers, activists, historians, conservationists, music industry insiders, chefs and food writers, to children’s book writers, illustrators, and storytellers,” said Ian.
Festival Fringe Activites and Information
Live Pass is a FREE membership scheme run by Lincoln Arts Centre for 16-30s and mature students of any age. Find out more at https://lincolnartscentre.co.uk/yourvisit/live-pass/
Don’t miss the Lindum Books Pop-Up Book Shop in the foyer of Lincoln Arts Centre all week.
An Arts Council England National Lottery Project Grant of £22,048 helped expand the reach of the festival so that more people from all backgrounds can benefit. This will include young people from less affluent backgrounds, elderly people in the county’s coastal or rural areas, and under-represented groups such as Lincoln’s LGBTQ+ community.
Ian explained: “Lincoln Book Festival has been a fixture of the city’s cultural calendar for more than 20 years but, since the COVID pandemic, has been aiming to establish a new footing as an annual event that appeals to a broader range of audiences. Key organisations including Destination Lincolnshire have expressed their support amid ambitions to diversify and grow the festival into a major celebration of reading, writing, scholarship and creativity that engages local communities and brings visitors to the city.”
For an outline of the festival programme see the opposite page or click on the QR code for full details.
Lark Books and Shelf Editions have several events of book themed fun planned. Craft along film screening on the Thursday, late night opening and book art workshops on Friday and a poetry night on Saturday.
Venue: Lark Books & Shelf Editions, 4 Saltergate, Lincoln, LN2 1DH
More info www.shelfeditions.com or @lark_books on Instagram
What I’d Tell My 16-year-old Self
‘I wish I knew then what I know now’
The decisions facing young people today are as tough as they’ve ever been, but there’s a vast well of experience locally from those who have already made those work and life choices.
The Independent is asking business and community leaders what advice they would give their 16 or 18 year-old selves and how they got to where they are today.
Ryan Carruthers’ entrepreneurial activities have given him the life he loves at the ripe old age of 36.
That means spending time with his family, concentrating on projects he is passionate about and ‘annoying his wife with his energy levels’.
His instinct for business developed early – when a fellow pupil at school was selling PlayStation games to buy a guitar, Ryan borrowed the money from his father to buy them all.
“I sold the games slower than the other lad needed to and made more money – I learned a really valuable lesson about business.”
Since then he has pushed trolleys in Asda, sold make-up while at university and worked in his father’s window-cleaning business. He was left in charge of the latter while Dad took some time off to recover from illness. He came back to a bigger business.
“I expanded it while he was off. I looked at avenues for growth, what people were asking us for referrals and realised we had the ability to do what they needed.”
Ryan’s commercial activities also include creating Betgreen, which later became a sports statistics company, investing in the property market and consulting on membership of SAAS (Software As A Service) businesses.
His most recent enterprise is AI Marketing Lab – using artifical intelligence to help businesses close more sales.
Always be curious
I SIT here at the age of 36 writing this letter to my 16-year-old self there's so much I could tell you about the world. I don't want to do that. What I want to do is just tell you one line... Always be curious.
That's the best advice I can give you. Because that's what has led the older version of you writing this to have a life that 16-year-old Ryan would be blown away by.
You see right now you have a lot of ideas, you should follow them.You should be curious about them.
You are young. Make mistakes. Have fun. That's what I did. It's enabled me to have a life that I love, you see I spotted an opportunity and boy did I run with it. That's the thing about being curious it will show you many opportunities, you have to pick the ones to follow carefully. I am not going to advise you on which ones to follow. Listen to your gut. If you decide to act on one, you play to win. Little belief drives little action.
Believe in yourself. That curiosity you have been following will surround you with the people you need to help you. Some of the people I have met have changed everything for me.
None more than the woman you will marry. She will give you the grounding you need. Together you will also create two children, I know you are scared about that now. Don't worry it'll be the thing in your life you had no idea you would enjoy as much as you do. Trust me.
The life you build from that curiosity will blow your mind. You will be able to have the most fun every day. But nothing will come close to the fun you have running down the street pretending to be a member of Paw Patrol for your kids. Don't worry about going the standard route, the world is different now.
You don't have to do it the traditional way and the ones who tell you that you must, are the ones stuck in the rat race. They wish they'd followed their curiosity, but after doing that you then need to be resilient.
Life isn't always easy. When it's hard lean on the people around you for help, they'll provide the answers for you. They'll help
you through it. Make sure you look back at those times, learn from them. You only get one life. Don't waste it, spend it with the people you want to spend the time with.
Most importantly never forget always be curious - like a child is. Trust me when I say where it leads you will blow your mind.
You'll be thankful you did.
Ryan with wife Sarah.
Sincil Bank work begins
CONSTRUCTION for the £3m rejuvenation project of the Sincil Bank area was due to start on September 2 for up to six months.
This includes implementing the new one-way system; resurfacing sections of the current footway and carriageway; and building the new section of cycleway.
Additional works to update the area’s aesthetic, including gateway features, will be added to the works programme in the coming months.
The first phase of traffic management will see a closure of the western footway on Kesteven Street for resurfacing before switching to the eastern side of Kesteven Street. This work is expected to take up to four weeks and will be managed by temporary traffic signals.
A series of phased road closures will follow along Sincil Bank. Specific dates and locations will be shared with those directly affected via the scheme contractor and on-street signage. Access
will be maintained for residents and businesses throughout the works.
A dedicated public liaison officer, Sophie Ward Owen, has been appointed for the project who will be the main point-of-contact for any construction-related queries - contact 07495 916383 or sophie.ward-owen@owen-partners.co.uk.
Cllr Richard Davies, executive member for highways, said: "This project, which we’re carrying out in partnership with City of Lincoln Council, forms a key part of the Lincoln Transport Strategy and aims to contribute to the wider development of central Lincoln.
“By tackling issues around Sincil Bank’s poor accessibility and high levels of traffic, we hope to improve residents’ quality of life and the area’s air quality. Doing this will also help Lincoln continue to grow as a thriving place to live and work.”
The following changes will be made to the area:
l Provision of a new green corridor for cyclists and pedestrians along Sincil Bank, between the entrance to Lincoln City Football Club’s LNER Stadium and Kesteven Street. This will include the provision of a northbound cycleway; planted areas; and the resurfacing of several sections of footways and carriageway along Sincil Bank.
l Implementation of a revised one-way system within the Sincil Bank area. This is in conjunction with the previously implemented residents’ parking scheme.
l A number of aesthetic changes, in the form of gateway features, incorporated into the project at a number of key junctions within the Sincil Bank area (these will be carried out away from the carriageway with minimal traffic management) City of Lincoln Council Leader, Cllr Naomi Tweddle, said: “The Be Lincoln Town Deal is focused on encouraging collaboration which assists our city in becoming a prime location for our residents and visitors.
“We look forward to working alongside Lincolnshire County Council to deliver a project that makes a real difference to this area of our city.
"Our work to green the Sincil Bank area and introduce gateway features will complement the work undertaken by the county council to address local traffic concerns.
"We are very pleased to play our part in delivering another important project for Lincoln.”
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Swap ‘til you drop
BY REBECCA POOLE
CELEBRATE Sustainable Fashion Week this September with a scheme to save more clothes from ending up in landfill.
Lincoln Sustainable Fashion Forum (LSFF) is hosting its monthly clothes swapping event with a twist as part of a 10-day global movement promoting environmentally-conscious clothing choices.
“There’s a real community feel to clothing swaps. It’s all about taking something you loved but no longer need and passing it on to someone else for them to love,”
explained Anja Nielsen, LSFF volunteer. “It builds a sense of togetherness by allowing you to share clothes and memories, telling the stories of your items as you give them a new home.”
Participants are invited to bring up to 5 gently used items of clothing, accessories or shoes which are exchanged for virtual tokens. Each piece is worth one token so you can switch each item you bring for something new-to-you.
In September swappers are asked to bring someone new along with them who has never been to a Lincoln Clothes Swap before to mark Sustainable Fashion Week and as a way to commemorate the occasion, swappers and their plus ones will receive double tokens for each item they bring on the day.
This means that if you and your friend both bring the maximum 5 garments to swap each, you will both be able to take 10 items home from the preloved rails, updating your wardrobe without spending a penny!
“My sister and I are always raiding each other’s wardrobe when we feel like we need a wardrobe refresh or an outfit for a special occasion but don’t want to spend any money or buy new,” said Harriet Kuhnel, LSFF volunteer.
“One thing I love about the clothes swaps is that I feel like I now get to do this with so many other people.
I’t’s so much fun seeing what other people bring to swap and finding pieces that I can add to my wardrobe – the best bit is I get to keep the clothes and don’t have to give them back!”
In the UK alone Clothes Aid estimates that 30% of unwanted clothing ends up in landfill but by swapping instead of shopping, you extend the lifespan of a garment by diverting it from the bin.
The Lincoln Clothes Swap will be held on Saturday, September 21 during Sustainable Fashion Week in partnership with Lincoln Central Library. Introduce someone new to clothes swapping and double your tokens for this event only.
Emma rejoins award-winning law firm
EMMA Lawler has returned to Sills & Betteridge LLP’s respected matrimonial finances team as Partner at the law firm
She was previously head of family law for 10 years at Langleys in Lincoln, now part of Knights PLC.
Emma (pictured left) has over 20 years’ experience supporting clients through a wide range of family law issues – with specific expertise in dealing with the financial aspects of relationship breakdown. She is regularly instructed in complex divorce cases representing family business owners, farming and landed estate
owners, property portfolio holders, Armed Forces and public sector personnel. Emma also advises on disputes in relation to arrangements for children.
She is also a Resolution trained Family Mediator, assisting those who wish to resolve disputes around their finances and children away from Court.
Helen Derry (pictured right), Head of Family Law at the firm said of the appointment: “Emma is a very well-known and respected family lawyer in the region and we are delighted to have her back with the firm as a Partner.
“I have every confidence that she will be a huge asset to the team and will play a key role in helping us to retain our position as a leading family practice in the East Midlands and help to develop our profile across Yorkshire.”
Emma added: “It’s fantastic to be returning to the firm and joining a team with such a stellar reputation for family work.
“During the past decade in my absence the firm has grown in size and reputation, particularly gaining ‘Top Tier’ status in the Legal 500 for the last two years, winning the national Family Law Awards in 2023 and key appointments of some of the region’s leading matrimonial lawyers.
“I’m excited to contribute towards the success of the team and continue to build on such a fantastic reputation.”
Sills & Betteridge LLP now have 18 offices across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and the East Midlands employing over 430 people. The firm acquired Nottingham-based Campions Solicitors in March 2024 and looks forward to relocating to larger premises in Sheffield,
Students celebrate at Lincoln College
A-LEVEL students at Lincoln College achieved a 12% increase in A* to C grades compared to last year with the overall pass rate rising to 98%.
Lincoln College Group, which includes the city campus, Newark College, and the Air & Space Institute (ASI), achieved a 91% pass rate across Level 3 technical training, including BTECs. This is 5% higher than the national average, and the group saw an 8% increase in higher grades. The majority of the college’s T Level students also achieved high grades. A celebration event recognised students’ efforts and marked the end of their college journey.
Deputy Principal Matt Vaughan said: “We celebrated the remarkable achievements of our students across all disciplines. Their hard work and dedication have paid off, and as they embark on the next chapter of their educational journey, we couldn’t be prouder. Congratulations to you all for your outstanding success.”
Kieran initially attended sixth form and transferred to complete his ALevels in Biology, Physics, and
Chemistry: “The tutors at college massively supported me. I handed my tutor multiple drafts of my personal statement, and they were great throughout the whole process. I couldn’t have asked for anything more from them.”
Kieran will study for a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences at the University of Lincoln and wants to be a secondary school science teacher. Students who have not secured a university place can still apply to study for a Career Degree at Lincoln College University Centre. Career Degree bursaries are available for additional industry qualifications alongside degrees or to help fund equipment, such as a laptop. Lincoln College Group students with Level 3 qualifications can also receive a £1,000 cashback incentive if they progress directly to study a degreelevel course at the University Centre.
Visit Lincoln College University Centre’s Clearing webpage, call the clearing hotline on 01522 876353, or email highereducationrecruitment@ lincolncollege.ac.uk.
Olivia Bober with Head of Engineering Miles Fielding
Top grades rise at UTC
THE majority of Lincoln UTC A-Level students achieved A* - C grades this year and saw an increase in the top achievements.
The college had been expecting a reduction in the highest marks due to Ofqual’s confirmation it would continue grading in-line with the pre-pandemic postion, but 34% of grades were achieved at the A* - B grades.
at the UTC since year 10. The sciences I have studied are all taught individually and by specialists, this has been so helpful to me.” He will study physics with astrophysics at York University. (Grades AAAC)
Dylan Church gained AACC grades to study architecture at Kingston University next year: “Lincoln UTC is a completely unique learning environment, there is nowhere else that can provide a learning experience like I’ve had.”
Eli Pang and Moishe Pang joined UTC at the start of year 12 to study A-Level mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology and each achieved four A* grades. Student Hayden Smithett said: “I’ve been
Approximately one third of sixth form students opt to study engineering, one of UTC’s specialisms, with a triple A-Level ‘equivalent’ BTEC qualification or a T-Level.
In BTEC 100% of students gained at least merit grades, with 63% achieving distinctions and 21% distinction* grades.
2024 is the first year in which students have left Lincoln UTC with a T-Level qualification with students using their skills in an industrial setting on placements where some have gained apprenticeships. These included Olivia Bober who achieved a Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) with Rolls Royce.
Eli Pang and Moishe Pang both received 4 A*s and will go to The University of Glasgow to study Medicine and electronic and electrical engineering respectively. They are pictured with Principal Stuart Hamer (left) and former Principal John Morrison.
Dylan Church with teacher Matthew Lane
Hayden Smithett with Principal Stuart Hamer
How is the council tackling food poverty?
LAURA STATFORD, CO-ORDINATOR GLFP TALKS TO MARTIN WALMSLEY, HEAD OF SHARED REVENUES AND BENEFITS FOR CITY OF LINCOLN AND NORTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCILS
WE’RE all experiencing the cost of living to a greater or lesser extent, but we’re now hearing in the news that the cheapest foods have risen the most in price, and therefore the people on the lowest budgets have experienced the biggest price rises. I spoke with Martin Walmsley about what impact that is having in Lincoln, and how the council is responding.
Laura: Can you give us an update on the emergency food situation here in Lincoln?
Martin: Demands for emergency food are really high and show no signs of slowing down since the Lincoln Foodbank report that you highlighted last year (May 2023). We saw huge rises in referrals to foodbanks, especially among households with children: child food poverty became a really key issue.
Demands on our teams at the council trying to offer support are high, and partners around the city say exactly the same thing - there’s no sign of change and they’re very worried about this winter. So donations to Foodbanks continue to be so important, all year round.
Laura: What about nutrition? Many foodbanks offer long-life foods but that so often coincides with ultra-processed and less healthy foods. Does that matter?
Martin: Nutrition matters massively. The reports we’re seeing locally and nationally are showing the importance of good nutrition to aiding learning and attainment for children, as well as physical and mental health.
Also, healthy food CAN be cheaper than fast foods. Organisations such as the Lincoln Community Grocery stock a range of fresh vegetables, which change from one week to the next depending on what’s available. Organisations such as GoGro are going out to communities to show innovative ways to prepare healthy and exciting meals at low cost.
Laura: What is the City of Lincoln Council doing to help improve the situation for people in Lincoln?
Martin: All new tenants who are placed in housing by the City of Lincoln Council receive a £20 voucher for the Lincoln Community Grocery. That covers one year membership plus three shops. That introduces them to the Grocery which might keep them from needing to be referred for emergency food through the foodbanks. Hopefully they’ll like what
they see. As well as a lower cost mainstream shop, people can also access debt advice, job clubs and other things that the Grocery offers.
The Council has a Cost of-Living Support Team (email costofliving@lincoln.gov.uk ) and Welfare Team (01522 873382, email welfare@lincoln.gov.uk) that offers debt, benefits and money advice, and there’s also Citizens Advice based at City Hall. We also help people to access local food support – for example, through Lincoln Community Larder, the Trussell Trust Foodbanks, the Mosque Foodbank, the Community Grocery, Mint Lane Cafe & Wellbeing Hub and the Salvation Army which provides hot food. (lincolnshirefoodpartnership.org/foodbanks for links and map).
Laura: The City of Lincoln Council is a Real Living Wage employer. What has that got to do with this?
Martin: The council recognises that the minimum staff need to live on is more than the National Living Wage. The Real Living Wage is a higher rate, calculated by the national Living Wage Foundation. That’s what the council pays, it helps the council staff to live well, and helps with morale and staff retention.
Employers can check out the Lincoln Social Responsibility Charter - there are over 100 businesses now signed up to this charter: lincoln.gov.uk/peoplecommunity/lincoln-social-responsibilitycharter-1
That Charter promotes the great work that so many businesses do in the city, and we help publicise it when they do good things. The Council is working with a range of partners and organisations to review our anti-poverty strategy, which ensures that we’re working together to deliver effective responses to food poverty.
Laura: One of the things that we at the Food Partnership hear from foodbanks is
that, increasingly, people are referred to them who are in full time work.
Martin: That’s a really important point, and is something we’re seeing more and more. Indicatively, the demands that are coming to our Cost of Living Team at the council are pretty much 50:50 between people who are in work and people who aren't. It wasn’t that high a few years ago. Factors such as the cost of living, and people’s mortgage rates coming to an end, means we’re seeing people for the first time, because incomes are suddenly squeezed.
Laura: So that’s where the Real Living Wage comes in - employers can take responsibility to ensure that their staff are not having to end up at foodbanks.
What is your message to people in Lincoln?
Martin: The council recognises what’s going on and how much residents are struggling at the moment.
Our message to anyone who is struggling would be: don’t bury your head in the sand, don’t try to deal with things alone. Do get in touch - there is a great range of organisations across Lincoln coming up with a range of solutions to help people out - both in emergencies, and longer term.
Aside from food support, there are wellbeing hubs in the city, for example Bridge Central, where people can go and not feel isolated and can talk about the problems they’re facing. Don’t struggle on alone.
Our message to people who are not struggling, but who want to be part of the solution or who want to act in solidarity: donations to foodbanks are important all year round; individuals and businesses can network and partner with organisations that are already active in Lincoln - see lincolnshirefoodpartnership.org/foodbanks - or get in touch directly: Martin.Walmsley@lincoln.gov.uk
Snag a top wine swag
THIS month let’s explore how to snag some incredible wines at supermarket prices.
We begin our journey with the art of 'cleanskinning' through Majestic Wine’s Parcel series, a hidden gem for discerning wine enthusiasts.
This unique collection offers the excitement of discovering limited lots of exceptional 'cleanskin' wines - premium batches sourced from high calibre estates when winemakers have surplus stock.
Without the vineyard branding, these wines allow you to uncover rare treasures at a fraction of the usual cost.
Give a subtle nod and a wink to your wine merchant for that under the counter action. Next, a Hatton Garden-style caper, entirely above board, of course, with Hatton & Edwards.
I hesitated to share this, fearing I might be shooting myself in the foot by tipping off the competition. H&E procure some fabulous wines some of which are overlooked by the pickiest London collectors due to label imperfections – something I have no qualms about at all, for me it’s all about the juice!
Last month, I managed to acquire a case of Flowers Camp Meeting Ridge, Pinot Noir from Sonoma County at a steal. The trick, download their wine list, and scope for the asterisk, this will reveal some heavily
Cheese Choice
GRAND Noir is a fine, regional cow’s milk cheese made by the Käserei Champignon company in Germany.
Key Facts
Age 6 months +
Country Germany
Milk Type Cows
Process Pasteurised
discounted treasures. It’s always a good idea to call and check the specific condition of the wine before buying though. Not to be missed is Majestic’s Definition range, an open secret that showcases the quintessential characteristics of classic varietals and wine regions.
This curated collection educates and delights without draining your wallet. Personal favourites include the crisp, minerally PouillyFumé at £15.99, a pristine example of Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc, and the robust, fruitforward Malbec from Argentina priced at £11.99.
Here’s to acquiring exceptional wines without the need for a getaway car or a remortgage. Happy hunting!
Francesco
Canni, Apsiring Sommelier
Grand Noir
It is an exceptional blue cheese known for its distinct appearance and refined flavour profile.
Encased in black wax, Grand Noir is aged for a minimum of six months, developing a luxurious, creamy texture and rich, intense flavours. The ideal cheese for those who are new to blues as its not too strong.
The paste is beautifully marbled with blue and green veins, offering a harmonious blend of sharp, tangy notes, and subtle sweetness, with a buttery finish that lingers on the palate.
At The Cheese Society we enjoy it crumbledover seasonal roasted vegetables and herbs or spread over oaty crackers with our French thyme honey
Organic No Region Allgou
Strength Medium Style Creamy/Blue
Vegetarian Yes
For a fantastic range of cheeses from around the world contact Lucie Nock,The Cheese Society, 1 St Martin’s Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1HY. T. 01522 511003, www.thecheesesociety.co.uk
Emma Haigh of Jailhouse Frock finally gets a pink Cadillac (made of cardboard).
Thursday 5 September 7.30pm
Friday 6 September –Saturday 7 September Various Times
Get ready for cit
Saturday 7 September 12pm – 2pm
Saturday 7 September 12pm
RACING a homemade cart down the cobbled streets of Lincoln may seem crazy, but that’s the whole point of a new, fun-filled event for the city.
Krazy Races is the soapbox derby that will be coming to Lincoln on Sunday, September 15.
A total of 37 local teams are raring to take part and raise money for charity.
The Bedrock Bunch (second picture from left) of
The Bedrock buggy is raring to go.
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Write Note
Monthly open mic session without the microphone. Acoustics of all styles welcome.
FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire /lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Badlands Punk Festival 2024 Featuring Millie Manders & The Shut Up, Black Water County, Chewie, Hell’s Ditch, In Evil Hour, Guts., Other Half, Harker, Wyres, New Generation Superstars, Wrong You, and Soaper Tickets £22, 14+ only www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
Saturday 7 September 7.30pm
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM, LINCOLN
Through the Decades with Elvis Presley & Buddy Holly Tickets £18.50 www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
THE BLUE ROOM AT THE LAWN, UNION ROAD, LINCOLN
Scott Perry Presents: Magic with a Pinch of Comedy
A magic show unlike any other by Lincolnshire’s “bad boy” of magic, Scott Perry.
Adult £25, Concession £15
www.lawnlincoln.com/the-blue-room
T 07765 854025
This is a rescheduled event from August, if you had tickets for that event they are transferred to September
Tuesday 10 September 2pm
Tuesday 10 September 6.30pm
Thursday 12 September 6.30pm
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM, LINCOLN
A Caravan Named Desire –Split Infinitive Theatre £12 - £15
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Singin’ in the Rain –Screening From £9
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN
The Marriage of Figaro – The Royal Ballet and Opera Cinema Screening £19, Conc. £16
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Danny Beard - Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK Winner Tickets £22, 16+ only www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
Friday 13 September 5pm – 7pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Commuter Jazz
A new artist every other Friday at Lincoln’s fabulous fortnightly jazz club.
£7
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
Friday 13 September 7.30pm
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Hello Again – The Neil Diamond Songbook
Tickets £31
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
Friday 13 September 7.30pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN A Foreigner’s Journey Tickets £17, 14+ only www.lincolndrill.co.uk T 01522 534160
y’s Krazy Races
Wragby will be racing in aid of the Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance and have already overcome a major hurdle when the team’s cart was partially destroyed by fire.
Richard Clarke said soapboax Mark II was ready to be scrutinised by safety experts and that the family team was determined to be on the grid for race day.
The route will be down Flaxengate past Lincoln Museum with the city’s cathedral providing the backdrop for spectators on the route.
Lincoln Business Improvement Group teamed up with Sarah Belcher Events Limited to bring the event to the city after seeing how it has caught the public’s imagination in other areas.
“We are looking forward to welcoming Krazy Races and working with the team to
Saturday 14 September
2.30pm & 7pm
Saturday 14 September
7.30pm - 10pm
The team from Lincoln South Fire Station have an eye on safety.
Saturday 14 September 8pm
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM, LINCOLN
Beauty & the Beast
£12 - £15
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
DECIMAL PLACE, 10 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Weird Garden
Alternative sounds and art by Debbie & the Sea of Fire, By Bizarre Hands, and The Diamond Family Archive. FREE pkrollings@yahoo.co.uk
THE BLUE ROOM AT THE LAWN Joy Ellis Trio Pianist, singer and composer promises relaxed minimalist vibes and strong melodies £16, Jazzpac members £14, students & U18s £8 www.jazzpac.co.uk T 01522 529717
bring this new and exciting event to Lincoln,” said Lincoln BIG’s Head of Operations Lee Roberts.
“We can’t wait to see the races take place and encourage businesses to enter and enjoy the day. We look forward to seeing everyone enjoy the build-up and the day as the city comes alive as the soapboxes race through the streets of the city.”
Sunday 15 September 7.30pm
Monday 16 September 7.30pm
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Carpenters Gold
Tickets £30
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 519999
ST MARY’S GUILDHALL, 385 HIGH STREET, LINCOLN, LN5 7SF
The Guild Sessions
A secret line-up for two concerts with local and national performers. £5 on-the-door, cash only www.facebook.com/TheGuildSessions T 07944 907051
Thursday 19 September 7pm
Thursday 19 September 8pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Sidiki Dembélé Ensemble
This performance will see Cote d’Ivoire native collaborate with musicians from The Gambia and beyond for a celebration of all things West African.
£10
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Maisie Adam – Appraisal
The comedian, writer and Mock The Week panellist brings her tour to Lincoln.
£24
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
Friday 20 September 7pm
Friday 20 September 7.30pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Sarah McQuaid
“Shades of Joni Mitchell in a jam with Karen Carpenter and Lana Del Rey.” – Neil March, Trust the Doc £16
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN
The Take That Experience
£27
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 51999
Friday 20 September 8pm
Saturday 21 September
7.30pm – 10pm
Saturday 21 September
7.30pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Red Herring Comedy Club
£15.50, 18+ only www.lincolndrill.co.uk T 01522 534160
THE BLUE ROOM AT THE LAWN, UNION ROAD, LINCOLN Northern Reeds Award-winning reed quintet playing Gershwin, Schumann and Faure.
£12, Conc. £10
www.lawnlincoln.com/the-blueroom T 07765 854025
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM, LINCOLN Shania & Country Legends
£20
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
Saturday 21 September 7.30pm
Sunday 22 September 2pm
Wednesday 25 September 7pm – 10pm
Wednesday 25 September 7pm
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN The Story of Guitar Heroes
£30
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Pop Princesses
£20
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Southside’s Jam Night FREE
www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Elles Bailey
Award-winning roots, blues and Americana singer.
£22.50, 14+ only
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
Thursday 26 September 6.30pm
Thursday
26 September 8pm
Friday
27 September 5pm – 7pm
Friday
27 September 7.30pm
ENGINE SHED, LINCOLN Northern Live
£26.50, 14+ only
www.engineshed.co.uk
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Comedy Night at the Royal
£17, 18+
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Commuter Jazz
£7 on-the-door
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN The Chicago Blues Brothers
£31
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
Saturday 28 September 7.30pm
Sunday 29 September 7.30pm
Thursday 3 October 7.30pm
Thursday 3 October 7.30pm
Friday 4 October 7pm
Friday 4 October 7pm
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE The Queen Story
£16.50 - £20
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
THE DRILL, LINCOLN The Skids + support
£25, 14+ only
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Beautiful Trauma - A Tribute to Pink
£27.50
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Orange Goblin English heavy metal. £22, 14+ only
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
ENGINE SHED, LINCOLN Ultra 90s & 2000s
From £22, student £16, 18+ only www.engineshed.co.uk
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN GUTS. + Kidda Inspired by artists such as Weezer, The Dirty Nil, Pixies, and Green Day.
£16
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
Friday 4 October 7.30pm
Friday 4 October 7.30pm
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM, LINCOLN Aga Krentz & Friends
£12 - £18
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Lipstick on your Collar Back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s.
£28
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 51999
Saturday 5 October 7pm
Saturday 5 October 7.30pm
Sunday 6 October 1.30pm
Wednesday 9 October 7pm
Wednesday 9 October 7pm
Wednesday 9 October 7.30pm
Thursday 10 October 7.30pm
Thursday 10 October 7.30pm
Friday 11 October 5pm – 7pm
Friday 11 October 7pm – 10pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN The Activators
£20, 14+ only
www.lincolndrill.co.uk T 01522 534160
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE Steve Walker’s Big Swing Band: La Fiesta! £20
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Science Museum: Live Show
£18.50, child £17.50, fam £68 www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 51999
ENGINE SHED, LINCOLN Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Peacock
£18, conc. £16, 15+ only www.engineshed.co.uk
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Wishbone Ash
£32.50 www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN The Cavern Beatles
£30 www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Seth Lakeman
£27.50, 14+ only www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN The Drifters
£33 www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET Commuter Jazz
£7 on-the-door www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
THE BLUE ROOM AT THE LAWN, UNION ROAD, LINCOLN Three Acres and a Cow A history of land rights and protests in folk song and story. £15, supported ticket £11 www.lawnlincoln.com/the-blue-room T 07765 854025
Friday 11 October 8pm
Saturday 12 October 7pm
Monday 14 October 7.30pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Red Herring Comedy Club
£15.50, 18+ only www.lincolndrill.co.uk T 01522 534160
ENGINE SHED, LINCOLN New Model Army
£27.50, 14+ only www.engineshed.co.uk
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN The Lion & The Unicorn
£24.50
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
Saturday
28 September 7.30pm –10pm
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Aled Jones: Full Circle From £33
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
Friday 4 October 7.30pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Letz Zep
£20, 14+ only
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
Tuesday 15 October 7.30pm
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN The Nutcracker – The Classical Ballet & Opera House
£24.50
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 51999
Mondays 7 - 9pm
UPSTAIRS AT THE CARDINAL’S HAT Draw & Drink
Two- hour tutored portrait drawing class, led by Ellie Benton.
£15
www.facebook.com/ lincolndrawdrink T 07810 835147
Tuesdays every second & last of the month 6.45pm – 9pm
Thursdays 2pm – 3pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Life Drawing
Class guided by local artist Tom Humby. Materials provided, all welcome.
Adult £8, Con£6, Book online www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Craft Club
Relax, socialise and share your story through the things you make. 16+.
FREE www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/ lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Until Sunday 8 September 10am – 5pm (11am – 4pm on Sundays)
Until Sunday 8 September 10am - 4pm
Until Sunday 8 September 10am – 4pm
HARDING HOUSE GALLERY, STEEP HILL, LINCOLN Pearls of Summer
A special exhibition by multiple artists to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Harding House Gallery art and craft co-operative. www.hardinghousegallery.co.uk
T 01522 523537
DODDINGTON HALL & GARDENS
Sculpture at Doddington
Over 300 works by 60 sculptors from the UK and beyond.
Adult £9.50, child £4.50, fam £22 www.doddingtonhall.com/sculpture T 01522 694308
DODDINGTON HALL & GARDENS Young Sculptor Exhibition
The Kitchen Garden is the ideal backdrop for art from young sculptors across the UK.
Adult £9.50, child £4.50, fam £22 www.doddingtonhall.com
T 01522 694308
Until Sunday 15 September 10am – 4pm
USHER GALLERY, LINCOLN Take One a Day
Photography exhibition highlighting the power of creativity.
FREE
www.lincolnmuseum.co.uk
T 01522 782040
Until Sunday 13 October 10am – 4pm
Until Sunday 13 October 10am – 4pm
Tuesday 3 September – Sunday 8 September 10am - 4pm
Thursdays 6pm – 8pm
USHER GALLERY Life Drawing Classes
Relaxed evening sessions suitable for all skill levels, led by a specialist tutor. £11, Conc. £9 www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
September Any time
DECIMAL PLACE, 10 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN
Art by Dinah, Lucinda & Gemima
A variety of art created by pens & paints featuring animals, plants, landscapes and abstract works. Art is displayed in the windows.
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Until Saturday 7 September 9am
In the Gallery – 110 Years of Lincoln Central Library
Photographs, illustrations, plans, and written documents marking over a century of the library.
FREE
www.better.org.uk
T 01522 782010
Wednesday 4 September 10am – 3pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN
Beginners resin jewellery making with Sally Kheng. £70, booking essential www.indigocrowgallery.com
September 26-29 see pages 10-11
Saturday 7 September 10am – 4pm
LINCOLN MUSEUM Interplay
Showcasing artwork created during workshops held at county adult day centres.
FREE
www.lincolnmuseum.co.uk
T 01522 782040
LINCOLN MUSEUM
Games: Enter the Unknown From boardgames to the immersive narratives of roleplaying activities.
FREE
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Making Marks Exhibition Landscapes, abstracts and prints from Paul Miller.
FREE
www.indigocrowgallery.com
Saturday 7 September 10am – 3pm
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND
Marvellous Makers’ Market
Over 100 curated makers including food producers, creatives, artists, designers, and more. £2, under 16s free, pay on the door www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
T 01522 522900
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN
Introduction to Landscape Painting using oils with Rachel Porter £65, booking essential www.indigocrowgallery.com
Sunday 8 September 10am - 4pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Midnight Owl Wet & Needle Felted Picture with Eve Marshall £85, booking essential www.indigocrowgallery.com
Tuesday 10 September – Sunday 22 September 10am - 4pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Why Not? – Art Exhibition An exhibition of collage and ceramics from Fiona Hodges. FREE www.indigocrowgallery.com
Wednesday 11 September 10am – 1pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Needle Felted Highland Cow with Eve Marshall £40, booking essential www.indigocrowgallery.com
Friday 13 September 7.30pm
THE VENUE CINEMA, BISHOP GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY
Film: Monster (Japan 2023. Cert 12a)
Japanese auteur Kor-eda Hirokazu’s latest film is a compassionate, poignant view of childhood. Season ticket holders only, apply online www.lincolnfilmsociety.com
Saturday 14 September 10am – 4pm
Monday 16 September 7pm
Tuesday 24 September – Sunday 29 September 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 24 September 10am – 1pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Emporium
A gallery full of artisan gifts. FREE
www.indigocrowgallery.com
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Wall Hanging Macrame Workshop for Beginners with Monika Strzelec £40, booking essential www.indigocrowgallery.com
Wednesday 25 September 7 - 9pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Needle Felted Hares and Foxes with Robyn Smith £85, booking essential www.indigocrowgallery.com
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Grand Organ Festival 2024 – Ben Bloor
Big screen view of recital by the Organist of London Oratory and at Westminster School up in the organ loft. £15
www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
Wednesday 18 September 6.30pm –8.30pm
Friday 19 September –Saturday 21 September 7.30pm
Saturday 21 September –Sunday 20 October 10am – 5pm
Saturday 21 September 7pm
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Peace Doves Late Night Opening
This mass-participation artwork of paper doves will be illuminated and accompanied by a specially composed soundtrack Entry by donation www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
BROADBENT THEATRE, WICKENBY Educating Rita Common Ground Theatre
Company present the comedy drama about a hairdresser on a journey of self-discovery. £12, Conc. £11 www.broadbenttheatre.org T 0300 400 0101
HARDING HOUSE GALLERY, STEEP HILL, LINCOLN Autumn Gathering
A variety of work by the cooperative members.. www.hardinghousegallery.co.uk T 01522 523537
THE GREEN ROOM CLUB, 33
TENTERCROFT STREET, LINCOLN Spoken Word Fellowship Spoken word poetry, comedy, and storytelling open mic. £1, club members free, annual membership £15 www.facebook.com/groups/greenr oompoetry, www.instagram.com/ greenroomsw
Thursday 26 September – Sunday 29 September Various Times
UPSTAIRS AT THE WHITE HORSE Life Drawing
Two- hour tutored portrait drawing class led by Ellie Benton. Bring materials. £15
www.facebook.com/ lincolndrawdrink T 07810 835147
VARIOUS VENUES
Lincoln Book Festival 2024
Connecting audiences of all ages and interests with some of the UK’s best-loved authors, including Rick Stein (below). Times and ticket prices for each event vary
www.lincolnbookfestival.org
T 01522 837600
See pages 10-11
Friday 27 September 7.30pm
Friday 27 September 7.30pm
Monday 30 September 7pm
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Grand Organ Festival 2024 – Organ Extravaganza
Featuring the Lincoln Cathedral organists and choirs, and all the cathedral organs.
FREE www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
Tuesday 1 OctoberSunday 13 October 10am – 4pm
Wednesday 2 October 1pm – 4pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Flora and Fauna –Exhibition Featuring artwork by Eve Marshall, Karin Christensen, Mat Gardner and Ella Jenkins. FREE www.indigocrowgallery.com
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Floral Abstract Painting Workshop with Hannah Cawthorne £50,, booking essential www.indigocrowgallery.com
Thursday 3 October 10am - 4pm
THE VENUE CINEMA, BISHOP GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY Film: That They May Face the Rising Sun - Cert 15 Key events in a rural Irish community.
Season ticket holders only, apply online www.lincolnfilmsociety.com T 01522 889782 (after 5pm)
BROADBENT THEATRE, WICKENBY Kelly Ann and Cleo’s Name in Lights
Musical story of two friends following their dreams. £12, Conc. £11
www.broadbenttheatre.org
T 0300 400 0101
Friday 27 September 8pm
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE Verse and Vibes
Open mic night for all budding and established writers FREE, booking required www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk
Friday 4 October 7.30pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Introduction to Abstract Oil and Cold Wax Painting with Lisa Tank £95, booking essential www.indigocrowgallery.com
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL West End Musicals By Candlelight
Live orchestra London Concertante is joined by some of the West End’s greatest singers. From £21
www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
Sunday 6 October 10am – 4pm
Monday 7 October –Saturday 19 October 9am
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND Crafterama
Inspiration and shopping for crafters.
£5 on-the-door
www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
T 01522 522900
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY The Gallery – artist Dave Kenyon Exhibition
FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire /lincoln-central-library
Thursday 10 October
7.30pm & 9.45pm
Friday 11 October
4.30pm – 9pm
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
The Best of Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites
Illuminated
Experience cinema’s most iconic music performed by The London Film Music Orchestra illuminated. From £35.90
www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
LINCOLN MUSEUM
Mini Model Making
Use modelling materials to create a miniature building scene.
£20, 18+ booking required www.lincolnmuseum.co.uk
T 01522 782040
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
Friday 11 October 7pm – 10pm
Saturday 12 October –Sunday 13 October 11am – 4pm
Saturday 12 October 7.30pm
The Hallé in Concert
The Hallé is ranked among the world’s top symphonic ensembles.
£15 - £44.70
www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
VILLAGE HALL, BRIGG LANE, CARLTON-LE-MOORLAND, LN5 9HP
Carlton-le-Moorland and District Art Group Annual Exhibition 2024
FREE
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Art of Believing –Flamenco
Experience vibrant and authentic flamenco music and dance from the spectacular Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company.
£30
www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk
T 01522 837600
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
Monday 14 October 7pm
Grand Organ Festival 2024 – Robert Sharpe
Big screen view of recital by Robert Sharpe, Director of Music at York Minster, in action up in the organ loft.
£15
www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
Mondays & Fridays 2pm – 3pm
Second Wednesday every month 7.15pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Databank Surgery
Collect your data voucher as part of the National Databank initiative to combat digital hardship.
Free
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshir e/lincoln-central-library
T 01522 782010
BAILGATE METHODIST HALL, NEWPORT, LINCOLN
Lincoln Minster Townswomen’s Guild
Speakers on a variety of topics or members’ nights for craftwork, games and conversation.
Free for first two visits
T 07794 862314 (Sarah)
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Thursdays 11am – 12pm
Family History Help
Use the resources available in the library’s archives and online databases.
FREE, booking required
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/ lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Friday 6 September 10.30am
Saturday 7 September –Saturday 14 September 10am – 4pm
LINCOLN MUSEUM
Roman Posterngate Tours
Venture below the streets of Lincoln to discover the remains of Roman Lindum Colonia’s Posterngate and Southern Wall. £6.50, U5s free, booking required www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
SCAMPTON CHURCH & RAF WAR
GRAVES HERITAGE CENTRE
Allies in the Air Exhibition Stories of those who travelled from around the world to serve in the Royal Flying Corps in Lincolnshire during WW1.
FREE www.scamptonchurch.org
SCAMPTON CHURCH & RAF WAR
Saturday 7 September 2.30pm –3.30pm
GRAVES HERITAGE CENTRE
War Graves Tour
Tour the Commonwealth War Graves led by former head guide at RAF Scampton Heritage Centre. FREE, booking required www.scamptonchurch.org
Sunday 8 September 11am – 2pm
ELLIS MILL, MILL ROAD, LINCOLN Ellis Mill Open Day
A unique opportunity to look inside Lincoln’s last windmill. FREE
www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/museumo flincolnshirelife T 01522 528448
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Wednesday 11 September 11am – 1pm & 3pm – 5pm
Writing Hope
A two-hour creative writing workshop with poet and performer Georgie Jones. FREE, booking essential www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk T 01522 837600
Wednesday 11 September 11am
BRANSBY HORSES, BRANSBY, LINCOLN
Donkey Tour & Talk
Meet the donkey herds and learn more about them and the specialist care they receive. www.bransbyhorses.co.uk T 01427 788464
Fridays 2pm – 3pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Learn My Way
Join a basic IT beginner’s course, suitable for 16+.
FREE, booking required www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/ lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Until Thursday 22 September 10am – 4pm
Friday 6 September – Friday 13 September 10am – 2pm
MUSEUM OF LINCOLNSHIRE LIFE The Tank at Home
Looking at a lesser-known aspect of the first tanks and their impact on the home front.
FREE T 01522 782040
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Heritage Open Days
Ever wondered about the history of the old St Katherine’s Church and what it is used for now? Come on in and find out.
FREE
www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
Thursday 12 September
6.30pm –9.30pm
INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE
In Conversation with RAF Heritage: Exploring the BBMF
Lecture & Supper series talk on the significance of preserving and commemorating RAF history.
£16 includes hot buffet supper www.internationalbcc.co.uk
T 01522 514755
Friday
13 September 10am – 1pm
HILLSIDE GARDEN, LINCOLN
Creating The Sustainable Garden
Green Synergy is hosting a series of workshops.
£30
www.greensynergy.org.uk
T 01522 533077
Sunday 15 September 10am – 12pm
BRAYFORD WATERFRONT, LINCOLN Industry & Innovation
Walking Tour
Learn about Lincoln from the 19th Century to the present day. FREE, booking required www.lincolnfreewalkingtour.co.uk
LINCOLN MUSEUM
Tuesday 17 September
10.30am –
3.30pm
Tuesday 17 September
11.45am –12.45pm
Landscapes and Lorecraft: Creative Writing Workshop
Devise a creation myth to inform the politics and religion of a brave new world.
£35, booking required www.lincolnmuseum.co.uk
T 01522 782040
LINDUM BOOKS
Author Talk & Signing: Dan Jones
The medieval historian will be signing copies of Henry V: The Astonishing Rise of England’s Greatest Warrior King. Only copies bought from Lindum Books will be signed. www.facebook.com/lindumbooks
T 01522 262374
Wednesday 18 September 3pm – 5pm
Thursday 19 September – Thursday 3 October 10am – 4pm
Thursday 19 September 7pm – 9pm
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE Writing Hope
A two-hour creative writing workshop with poet and performer Georgie Jones. FREE, booking essential www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk T 01522 837600
SCAMPTON CHURCH & RAF WAR
GRAVES HERITAGE CENTRE RAF Scampton’s V-Force Photographic Exhibition FREE
www.scamptonchurch.org
SCAMPTON CHURCH & RAF WAR GRAVES HERITAGE CENTRE The RAF ‘V-Force’
An illustrated talk by Heritage Centre guides. FREE, booking required, info@scamptonchurch.org www.scamptonchurch.org
UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN
Saturday 21 September 9am – 2.30pm
Saturday 21 September 10am – 4pm
Wednesday 11 September 11am
Undergraduate Open Day
Get a sense of what it’s like to be a student in Lincoln. www.lincoln.ac.uk
T 01522 886644
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Sit & Stitch
The Lincoln Lace Maker team working at the Table for the Nation.
Free with cathedral admission www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
BRANSBY HORSES, BRANSBY, LINCOLN Donkey Tour & Talk
Meet the donkey herds and learn more about them and the specialist care they receive. www.bransbyhorses.co.uk
T 01427 788464
LINCOLN CASTLE
Saturday 21 September – Sunday 22 September 10am – 5pm
Monday 23 September 10am – 3pm
Friends of Lincoln Castle Showcase Weekend
Find out about volunteering at this Medieval site.
FREE
www.lincolncastle.com
T 01522 782019
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Sit & Stitch
Learn the very simple handstitching patchwork technique of English Paper Piecing. FREE, with cathedral admission www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
BOULTHAM PARK
New work and new ideas
Support local creatives as they present short extracts from their creative practice. Plays, poetry, song - this will be a night to see many different styles of art in development. Help by offering feedback and constructive commentary or simply by showing up and watching. Email enquiries@asylumplayers.co.uk to get involved. The Blue Room, The Lawn, Union Road, Lincoln LN1 3BU, October 16, 8pm, £3.
Thursday 26 September 7.30pm
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Demo
See the best new artistic ideas tested in front of an audienceoften for the very first time. £7, Live Pass £5
www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk
T 01522 837600
Saturday 28 September 11am
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Backstage Theatre Tour
Find out the best kept secrets and great stories of the theatre’s 130-year history.
£15.50
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 519999
Monday 30 September 11.30am1.30pm
Tuesday 1 OctoberThursday 31 October Various Times
HARDY FOYER, BISHOP GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY Black History Month Launch
A tombola gets the ball rolling for BHM.
https://www.bgu.ac.uk/bhm
BISHOP GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY
Black History Month - The Black Presence in Lincolnshire
Wednesday 25 September 10am – 12pm
Willow Dragonflies
Weave a dragonfly sculpture for the garden or indoors. Materials provided. For beginners. £28.70, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk
T 01522 873735
Tuesday 17 September 1.30pm – 3pm
OUR LADY OF LINCOLN CHURCH HALL, LAUGHTON WAY, LN2 2HE Lincoln Bailgate U3A. Lesley Clarke on Swanpool Garden Suburb, Lincoln’s Failed Dream.
£2 on-the-door www.u3asites.org.uk/bailgate/home
Wednesday 25 September 7.30pm
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Antiques and A Little Bit of Nonsense
Three of the country’s favourite personalities tell tales from the saleroom, television and beyond.
£30
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
Thursday 3 October 10am
Display in the Library - public should ring the bell for admission. Display of African Caribbean flags at Student’s Union. Try an Afro-Caribbean dish each Tuesday in October at the Refectory.
https://www.bgu.ac.uk/bhm
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE Future Perspectives
The Barbican Creative Hub is hosting a one-day conference exploring pioneering approaches within the creative industries. FREE, booking required www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk
T 01522 837600
Thursday 3 October
7pm start
Monday 7 October 10.30am
THE VENUE, BISHOP GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY
Black British Authors of the 18th Century
The 1789 autobiography of Olaudah Equiano offers insight into enslavement.
FREE, book through QR code on page 19.
HARDY LECTURE THEATRE, BISHOP GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY
Hergé, Tintin and Colonialism
While Tintin remains a beloved cartoon character his creator’s representation of race is often criticised. With Dr Adam Houslow-Eyre.
FREE, book through QR code on page 14
Wednesday 9 October 1-2pm
Thursday 10 October
6.30pm –9.30pm
THE VENUE, BISHOP GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY
Black Scientists Past and Present
For schools only - to attend contact gemma.gazi@bishop.ac.uk
INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE
The Life of John Smythe QC, MBE (MIL) OBE
IBCC Lecture & Supper series talk sharing details of the life of Bomber Command Navigator, John Smythe.
£15.25 includes hot buffet supper www.internationalbcc.co.uk
T 01522 514755
UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN
Saturday
12 October 9.30am –2.30pm
Postgraduate Open Day
Get a real feel for what it’s like to study in Lincoln by attending a dedicated postgraduate event.
FREE
www.lincoln.ac.uk
T 01522 886644
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Mondays are messy play days
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10am – 12pm
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 10am – 2.30pm
Mondays 10.30am11.30am
Coffee Morning
Monday – Craft Morning. Wednesday – Bacon Rolls. Friday – Toast bar and board games.
WITHAM PARK, WATERSIDE SOUTH, LINCOLN, LN5 7JN
Toy Library & Soft Play
0-5s play area with sensory room, picnic area, toy and soft play hire. toylibrary@childrenslinks.org.uk T 01522 546215
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Messy Play
Enjoy the creativity of messy play with your child. Suitable for babies, toddlers and preschool children. FREE
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Fridays Term Time Only 10.30am –11.30am
Saturdays 10am
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Sensory Play
Play session for babies and prewalkers.
FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
TOBY CARVERY, ST MARKS, LINCOLN Lincoln Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club
If you are a military veteran or still serving, come along to meet likeminded people for a breakfast and banter. www.afvbc.net
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Saturdays 10am– 3pm
Lego Club
A place for children to use their imagination and build their own world using Lego.Suitable for 4 years and over, plus parents.
Free
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library
LINCOLN CITY CENTRE
Until Sunday 15 September All day
Elmer’s BIG Art Parade
A stampede of creativity is coming to Lincoln this summer with 12 colourful elephants helping to celebrate everything the city has to offer.
Free
www.lincolnbig.co.uk T 01522 545233
Thursday 5 September 7.15pm
THE GRANDSTAND, CARHOLME ROAD, LINCOLN Lincoln WI
A talk by the Canal and River Trust.
Free for Lincoln WI members, guest £5 (refundable if they join on the night).
thelincolnwi.co.uk
Saturday 7 September 10am – 1pm
THE FERRY BOAT, HIGH STREET, WASHINGBOROUGH
Farmers’ Market
Saturday 12 October 1.30pm – 3pm
Author Talk with Peter Tickler
Peter’s latest murder mystery novel The Tickler’s Jam Murders is inspired by his great-grandfather’s jam business.
£2.50 www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
Saturday 12 October 3pm
The Annual Bishop Grosseteste Lecture
Reflecting on faith, science, and philosophy in today’s world.
FREE, booking required www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
Tuesday 15 October
1.30pm – 3pm
OUR LADY OF LINCOLN CHURCH HALL, LAUGHTON WAY, LN2 2HE Lincoln’s Black History Trail
A talk by Heather Hughes. Lincoln Bailgate U3A. Coincides with Black History Month at Bishop Grosseteste £2 on-the-door www.u3asites.org.uk/bailgate/home
Tuesdays 9am – 3pm
Advice in the Community
Discuss your concerns and issues relating to benefit support, housing, and debt with an adviser from the Citizens Advice Lincoln and Lindsey team.
FREE T 01522 782010
Wednesdays 10.30am –11.30am
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY, FREE SCHOOL LANE Story & Rhyme Time
Have fun listening to stories and singing rhymes. Suitable for 0 –4-year-olds and their parents.
FREE T 01522 782010
Thursdays 10am – 11am & 11.30am –12.30pm
Thursdays 10.30am –11.30am
TESCO EXTRA, WRAGBY ROAD, LINCOLN TinyTalk Baby Signing Help your child communicate before they can talk. www.tinytalk.co.uk T 07590 123908 (Danielle)
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Connect Over a Cuppa
Have a catch-up over a cuppa and a biscuit. Refreshments provided. FREE, donations welcome www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire
Saturday 7, 14, 21 & 28
September 10am – 3pm
Support local small businesses FREE to attend www.ferryboatwashingborough co.uk T 01522 790794
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Multiply Brick Building Challenge
Come along to this LEGO club and rummage through the vast amounts of colourful bricks. You may also be in with a chance to win a Classic LEGO set! FREE
SCAMPTON CHURCH & RAF WAR
Saturday 7 September – Saturday 14 September 2pm – 4pm
GRAVES HERITAGE CENTRE
Children’s ‘Fallen Friend’ Workshop
Learn about airmen who came from all over the Commonwealth during WW2. Suitable for KS2 years 4, 5 & 6 FREE, booking essential www.scamptonchurch.org
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND
Sunday 8 September 8.30am – 3pm
The Vintage Flea Market Bag a bargain, rummage for brica-brac or hunt down cool vintage items
Admission £3, cash only www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk T 01522 522900
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH
Tuesday 10 & 24
September 11am – 1pm
Saturday 14 & 28
September 11am – 11.45am
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Coffee, Care & Bingo Mornings
Bring your pals or your Nan for a game of bingo, a hot drink, and a natter. Hosted by St Katherine’s Care and funded by Lincoln’s Park Community Chest fund.
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Early Talkers
Session for 0-5-year-olds led by Early Years Alliance, supporting children to become confident communicators. FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincol nshire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Sunday
15 September All Day
Sunday
15 September 11am – 3pm
LINCOLN CITY CENTRE Krazy Races
A national award-winning soapbox derby aiming to bring zany races to towns and cities across the UK, while raising funds for local charities.
www.lincolnbig.co.uk
T 01522 545233
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND
The Baby Fayre Over 30 local businesses showcasing their products and services relating to pregnancy, birth, early years and parenting. FREE entry
www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
T 01522 522900
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND
Friday
20 September –
Sunday
22 September 9.30am
Friday
20 September 10am – 11am
The Motorhome & Campervan Show
Explore local and national dealers selling a range of motorhomes and campervans and camping equipment, enjoy a 70s disco and activities. From £7
www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk T 01522 522900
VISITOR CENTRE, HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK, LN6 0EY
Toddler Time
Dress to get messy for seasonal activities for the under 5s. Child £4, all children must be accompanied by an adult hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
Saturday
21 September 9.30am – 1pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Macmillan Coffee Morning
Raise funds for a worthy cause with cakes, hot drinks, tombola, and crafts. www.better.org.uk/library/lincol nshire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Saturday 21 September 11am – 12pm
Saturday 21 September 10am –12.30pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Summer Reading Challenge – Presentation Participants can celebrate completing this year’s reading challenge and receive their medal and certificate. FREE www.better.org.uk/library/linco lnshire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
LINCOLN MUSEUM Roll for Inspiration with Laura Mabbutt
A fun workshop with a playful way to kickstart creativity by rolling dice.
£3, age 5 and above www.lincolnmuseum.co.uk T 01522 782040
Saturday 28 September 2pm – 4pm
EARTHLINCS, INVOLVE CENTRE, MINT LANE, LINCOLN Get Stuff Fixed
Volunteers will aim to fix small electrical items. If you have repair skills, please come along or contact EarthLincs. FREE - email earthlincs @gmail.com to book a repair www.earthlincs.co.uk
Sunday 29 September 10am – 2pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Second Hand Sundays
Lincoln’s favourite indoor junk sale! If you love a bargain hunt then this one’s for you. £1 on-the-door
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
Saturday 5 October 10am – 1pm
THE FERRY BOAT, HIGH STREET, WASHINGBOROUGH Farmers’ Market
Saturday 5 October –Sunday 6 October 10am – 4pm
MUSEUM OF LINCOLNSHIRE LIFE, BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN 1940s
Step back in time with craft activities, 1940s kitchen recipes and rationing, original artefacts from WW2, and learn about the Land Army and Home Guard. Adults £3, Conc. £2, Child £1.50, Fam £6.50 T 01522 782040
Tuesday 8 October 9am – 4pm
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND Arthur Swallow Antiques & Home Show
Offering visitors everything from fine antiques, art, vintage, jewellery, glassware and much more.
£5
www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk T 01522 522900
Saturday 12 October –Sunday 13 October Various Times
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Dear Zoo (pictured)
With lots of laughs and audience interaction, this is the perfect introduction to theatre for young children.
£17, child £15
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 51999
Sunday 13 October 10am – 2pm
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND Toy Collectors Fair
A trove of collectables from Corgi and Hornby, to Sci-Fi, Star Wars and more.
£3.50, Seniors £3, Child Free www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk T 01522 522900
HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Mondays first & third of the month 1.30pm
THE ARK, MOOR LANE, NORTH HYKEHAM
Music For Memory
Singing group for people with memory problems accompanied by their carers. Free parking and refreshments included.
Donation of £1.50 welcome lhoenes@virginmedia.com T 01522 262656 (Linda)
Mondays 10am
ONE NK LEISURE CENTRE, NORTH HYKEHAM
Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
WHISBY NATURE PARK
Mondays 10.30am
Whisby Visually Impaired Walk
Meet Natural World Centre. £FREE
Saturday 21 September 11am – 1.30pm
Lincoln Clothes Swap
Hosted by Lincoln Sustainable Fashion Forum - bring up to five pieces of pre-loved clothing, shoes or accessories to swap for new-to-you pieces. FREE www.instagram.com/lincoln
Saturday 5 October –Thursday 31 October 10am – 4pm
Support local small businesses FREE to attend
www.ferryboatwashingborough co.uk T 01522 790794
DODDINGTON HALL & GARDENS Pick Your Own Pumpkins Free entry
www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
Mondays 12.45pm
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
CLIFF HOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE, BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN. Wellbeing Walk
Walk to Castle Square for 1pm. £FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
Mondays 1pm
Mondays 6.30pm –7.30pm
BLACK BULL, LINCOLN ROAD, WELTON.
Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Gentle Yoga with Emily Warrior Yoga
60-minute yoga class in the serene surroundings of the former St Katherine’s Church. £8, book online www.emilywarrioryoga.com
Mondays 7pm – 8pm
BURTON ROAD METHODIST CHURCH, LINCOLN RockFit
Classes combining dance fitness, cardio and toning with metal and rock music. For all fitness levels.
£6
Facebook: RockFit with Loli
www.rockfit.org.uk T 01522 522900
Wednesdays 1pm
Tuesdays 10.45am
YARBOROUGH LEISURE CENTRE, RISEHOLME ROAD, LINCOLN, LN1 3SP
Wellbeing Walk - Uphill Lincoln
Meet in foyer for short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
Wednesdays 7pm – 8pm
Tuesdays 1pm
COMMUNITY HUB, EAST STREET, NETTLEHAM, LN2 2SL
Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
Tuesdays 7pm – 8pm
FALDINGWORTH MEMORIAL HALL, Authentic Argentine Tango
Beginners’ tango class with Lucas Gou.
£8
www.authentictango.com/contact
Wednesdays (2nd of every month) 10am
Wednesdays 10.30am –12pm
BOULTHAM PARK HOUSE CARE HOME, ROOKERY LANE , LINCOLN, LN6 7PH Boultham Sensory Stroll
Meet at the back gate next to park.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
THE BLUE ROOM, THE LAWN, LINCOLN
Authentic Argentine Tango
Embrace the elegance and passion of tango with Lucas Gou. For beginners.
£8
www.authentictango.com/contact
Thursdays 9am-10am
Spot the feathered friends that inhabit Hartsholme Country Park.
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK
Wellbeing Walk
Meet outside Rangers’ office for short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeing -walks. 01522 444632
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
RockFit
Classes combining dance fitness with metal and rock music. Suitable for all .
£6
Facebook: RockFit with Loli www.rockfit.org.uk
THE BLUE ROOM, THE LAWN, LINCOLN Dance Fit with Nick A fun fitness class for all ability levels.
£5, all proceeds go to SHINE www.lawnlincoln.com T 01522 523548
Thursdays 10am ROSIE LEA’S CAFÉ, CHERRY WILLINGHAM, LN3 4JL
Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeing -walks 01522 444632
Thursdays (1st and 3rd of the month)
VILLAGE HALL, BRANSTON, LN4 1NS
Wellbeing Walk Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks 01522 444632
Thursdays 11am
COMMUNITY CENTRE CAR PARK, LINCOLN ROAD, SKELLINGTHORPE, LN6 5UT
Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
Thursday (1st of the month) 12pm
Thursdays 12.30pm –2pm
NETTLEHAM VILLAGE HALL, BROOKFIELD AVENUE, LN2 2SS Nettleham Sensory Stroll
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks 01522 444632
AGE UK, 36 PARK STREET, LINCOLN, LN1 1UQ
Bring Me Sunshine
Dementia-friendly singing group, full of fun, friendship, laughter and music! Cuppas and cakes included.
£3.50, must be accompanied by a carer or loved one T 03455 564 144
DODDINGTON HALL & GARDENS
Fridays 8am – 9am
Yoga on the Lawn
Local instructor Yoga May will guide you through refocusing your mind and rejuvenating your body. Suitable for all levels.
£7.50
www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
Fridays 10am 12 MINT LANE, LINCOLN, LN1 1UD Mint Lane Gardening Club Help to renovate the Mint Lane garden, learn and discuss permaculture principles and techniques.
FREE mintlanecic@gmail.com www.mintlanecafe.com
WHISBY NATURE PARK
Fridays 10.30am
Wellbeing Walk Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
Thursdays 10am
VILLAGE HALL, MERE ROAD, WADDINGTON, LN5 9NX
Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeing -walks 01522 444632
Fridays 1pm ACTIVE NATION LEISURE CENTRE, BIRCHWOOD, LN6 0JE Wellbeing Walk Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
Wednesdays From 18 September 10.30am –12pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Rock Choir
Join the UK’s leading contemporary choir and improve your general wellbeing by participating in a healthy and active hobby.
First session free, then £30 a month
www.rockchoir.com
T 01522 437942
Thursdays (1st and 3rd of the month) 10am
PENNELLS GARDEN CENTRE, SOUTH HYKEHAM, LN6 9NT
Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. Friendship, fresh air and fitness.
FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeing -walks 01522 444632
Fridays (2nd of the month) 2pm – 4.30pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Virtual Autism Hub
If you have any questions about autism, come and see the Lincolnshire NHS LPFT Team.
FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire /lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Saturdays 9am
BAILGATE METHODIST CHURCH HALL
Bailgate Yoga Club
Gentle one-hour flow yoga class led by Elisabeth of Moksha Yoga. All levels welcome, mats available for use.
£8, Conc. £6.50, must book www.mokshalincoln.com
T 07493 387328
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
Saturdays 10am
Sundays Until 6 October 10am – 11am
Yoga on the Dean’s Green
Enjoy relaxing yoga in the inspirational setting of the Dean’s Green. Book your place via ‘Yoga May’ on Facebook. www.facebook.com/yogawithmay www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
LINCOLN MUSEUM
Sunday Morning Yoga Sessions
Relaxing Sunday morning session with BWY Yoga Guide, Amanda Greenwood. £7
www.lincolnmuseum.com
T 01522 782040
Tuesday
10 September 11am – 1pm
VISITOR CENTRE, HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK
Discover the History of Hartsholme Country Park
Guided walk to discover the history of what was once a thriving estate to the present-day Country Park. FREE, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk
T 01522 873735
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
Tuesday 10 September 12.30pm
The Mindful Mile
Take a moment out of a busy day to reconnect with an outdoor walk. Meet at the West Front of the cathedral.. FREE
www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
WATERSIDE SHOPPING CENTRE
Friday 13 September 4pm – 5pm
Adult Movement Class
Post-work movement for all. FREE www.watersideshopping.com
T 01522 529566
Saturday 14 September 2pm – 4pm
EARTHLINCS, INVOLVE CENTRE, MINT LANE, LINCOLN Plant-based Recipes
Expand your cooking and bring recipes and tips to share. . FREE www.earthlincs.co.uk earthlincs@gmail.com
Get pedal power from Giant Lincoln.
Sunday 6 October 10.30am –12.30pm
Tuesday 8 October 12.30pm
VISITOR CENTRE, HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK
Bird Watching For All
Join local RSPB members for a guided walk around Hartsholme to discover the many species of birds living there. FREE hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
The Mindful Mile
Take a moment out of a busy day to reconnect with an outdoor walk. Meet at the West Front of the cathedral.. FREE www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
Lincoln’s Night Light Cafés
Mondays 4-8pm 8pm - 11pm
Tuesdays 4pm - 8pm
Wednesdays 4pm - 11pm
Thursdays 4pm - 11pm
Fridays 4pm - 8pm
Saturdays 7pm - 10pm
Sundays 6pm - 9pm
St John the Baptist Church, Sudbrooke Drive, Ermine, LN2 2EF
Bridge Central, Portland Street, LN5 7NN
St Giles Methodist Church, Addison Drive, LN2 4LH
Bailgate Methodist Church, Bailgate, LN1 3AR
Boultham Breakthrough Centre, Boultham Park
Energize Youth Centre, Larchwood Crescent, LN6 0NA
The Salt House, Free School Lane, LN2 1EY
St John the Evangelist's Church, Grantham Road, Bracebridge Heath LN4 2LD
Somewhere to turn after hours
Saturday 21 September 2pm – 4pm
MINT LANE HUB, LINCOLN, LN1 1UD Climate Circle
Inclusive safe space to discuss climate concerns in a structured and supportive environment. Booking required via email. FREE theclimateimps@gmail.com
Saturday 28 September – Saturday 11 January
2025 10am – 12pm
GIANT LINCOLN, DODDINGTON HALL & GARDENS
Cycling with Confidence
Discover the empowering world of rides from Giant Lincoln, designed exclusively for women.. FREE, booking required www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
THERE were 329 visits to Night Light Cafés in Lincoln during July. The cafés exist to provide face-toface advice or just a listening ear and some non-judgemental, friendly evening company for people who are finding life difficult. People experiencing depression, anxiety, isolation, fear or suicidal thoughts are really welcome at any of the cafés (listed above). They are run by volunteers, are completely free and operate on a self-referral basis by calling the number below or via Instagram DM or Facebook Messenger @NightLightCafeLincoln. Funded by NHS England and Improvements as an integral part of the Lincolnshire Mental Health
Transformation Programme, the cafés can also provide signposting advice and information on other organisations that may be able to help with specific needs, such as debt advice or emergency food parcels.
The facility is for over 18s only and is run by Acts Trust, which coordinates the service and works with existing charities across the county.
If you have any questions or concerns about dropping in you can message us here or call 0300 011 1200.
For further information, visit https://www.actstrust.org.uk/nightlight-cafes or email Stacey@ActsTrust.org.uk
A late art bloomer
EMMA Chippendale is a multidisciplinary artist and workshop facilitator based in Lincoln.
Her work is deeply rooted in botanical inspiration, ranging from intricate murals and bespoke feature walls to large-scale installations.
She has collaborated with respected institutions such as The Arts Council, National Heritage, and Doddington Hall, as well as participating in events like SO Festival, Lost Village, and community projects.
Her mural (centre image) can be seen at The Drill venue in Lincoln.
Emma’s artistic journey took an unconventional path as it wasn’t until her late thirties, when her children were nearing adulthood, that she fully embraced her creative calling. As a mature student, she immersed herself in higher education, beginning with an HNC in Fine
Art and advancing to a BA in Fine Arts at the University of Lincoln.
These formative years enriched her practice, allowing her to explore different disciplines, from photography and printmaking to set design and digital art. This diverse skill set is now the cornerstone of her crossdisciplinary approach.
“Nature has always been a profound influence on my work, a passion ignited during childhood walks with my father. Today, my art reflects the delicate balance between our environment and its impact on our wellbeing.
“My process often begins with photography, capturing the essence of nature, which I then abstract into textured compositions.
My work ranges from serene, abstract backgrounds to bold, vibrant depictions of endangered species, each piece a contemporary tribute to the beauty and fragility of our world.”
www,emmachippendaleartists.com emma.chippendale.artists@gmail.com
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Lincoln High School commemoration
BY PETER HARROD
LINCOLN CHRIST ’S HOSPITAL SCHOOL ARCHIVIST
AS Lincoln Christ’s Hospital School approaches the weekend in mid-September when it celebrates its fiftieth anniversary, it also seems appropriate to commemorate one of four schools that merged in 1974 to form the new comprehensive school. This photograph, probably taken by the Lincolnshire Echo, shows Lincoln Christ’s Hospital Girls’ High School (LHS) pupils emerging from the annual Commemoration Service in July1956. Centre stage, fourth from the left, is Head Girl Joey Lyon, flanked by prefects and other senior pupils including Jacqueline Lord,
The first ever Commemoration Service took place in Lincoln Cathedral in June 1898, six years after LHS opened on Lindum Road.
The school magazine reported that an annual Special Flower Service was to be included in the calendar to celebrate and commemorate the opening of the school.
The official school flower was the lily of the valley, and the service was planned for early June when the lilies were in full bloom.
Every child wore a lily, and a vase of beautiful ‘Madonna’ lilies was on view in the School Hall. The Dean read prayers and gave an address, and that became a tradition until the school closed in 1974.
The address in 1946, however, was given by the Provost of Southwell, the Very Rev H C L Heywood MA, who took up the theme of Commemoration stating that it was a time of thanksgiving, resolution and petition.
Loyalty to the school was also one of his main themes and the school’s emblem, the fleur-de-lys, is clearly visible on some of the blazers.
VISIT LINCOLN’S HISTORIC GUILDHALL
The Stonebow and Guildhall are situated on the site of the southern gateway to Roman Lincoln. The gateway has stood for over 1800 years; although the present building was not completed until 1520.
The Guildhall sits proudly above the Stonebow and is the Official Home of the Mayor of Lincoln. Tours are available of this interesting historic building, which includes the main Council Chamber, where Lincoln’s Council still meets and, most importantly, the old Debtors’ Prison which now holds an impressive range of Civic Insignia, including the King Richard II Sword and many other Mayoral and City artefacts.
For more information about the open days, or to make a private appointment please contact: Kate Fenn, Civic Manager on 01522 873303 E-mail: kate.fenn@lincoln.gov.uk
On a somewhat lighter but equally informative note, Mr Evetts gave a most interesting talk on hedgehogs and badgers. His main theme was how useful those animals are to the gardener and the farmer, pointing out that the hedgehog’s natural food consisted of slugs, leather-jackets, beetles and other garden pests.
With respect to badgers, he informed his audience how useful those ‘quiet clumsy-looking animals’ were in keeping rabbits under control.
Further scrutiny of the Summer 1946 magazine revealed what a vibrant school LHS was during the 1940s. There were many musical events organised by Miss Broadbent including visits to hear the London Philharmonic Orchestra in Grimsby and the St Matthew Passion in Lincoln Cathedral.
A school party also went to Stratford to see a performance of Hamlet and the legendary Miss Ryder accompanied a party of seniors to see Richard III at the Ritz Cinema which later became the Odeon and is now Wetherspoon’s.
A number of pupils went on to higher education that year including Pamela Lawrence who won a place at St Hilda’s College, Oxford, to read English and Jean Perkins who studied English at Durham
Several pupils left school to train as teachers including Head Girl Joey who secured a place at Avery College in London. Her deputy, Margaret Wark, attended the Secretarial College of the Lycée Français in London and perhaps enjoyed a more exotic career.
Angela Houltby, Marie Smith, Margaret Wark, Athalie Wales, and Jean Perkins.
What next for Oddfellows’ Hall?
ANDREW WALKER from The Survey of Lincoln charts the history of one of several empty buildings near the city centre.
ODDFELLOWS’ Hall was built to house the Lincoln branch of the Manchester Unity of Oddfellows and nine of its citybased lodges.
The organisation was a friendly society, providing its members with financial support at times of illness. As Lincoln’s mayor noted at the original building’s opening in 1879, friendly societies provided ‘self-help, brotherly kindness and sympathy in time of sickness’. These were important institutions prior to the welfare state’s arrival.
Occupying the north of Unity Square, the building comprises the original structure to the east and a substantial extension, with a frontage on Broadgate, which was opened as part of the city’s celebrations for Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee on 22 June 1897.
The original structure, designed by Drury and Mortimer, has an Italian medieval-style frontage. It is built of red brick, from Waddington, with dressings of durable artificial stone, much less expensive than ordinary stone.
This original building can be discerned by the series of foundation stones inscribed
with the names of representatives from the original friendly society lodges that were based there. The complex included a large hall, lodge rooms, ground-floor offices for letting, a medical institute with dispensary, and the Medical Officer’s residence. In 1877, the Oddfellows bought a substantial block of land bordering the northern side of what became known as Unity Square, and part of Broadgate. This included cottages that were demolished to make way for the new hall, and also the ‘Brown Cow’ hotel on Broadgate. It was decided to purchase this to supply the Hall, and the hotel remained in the Oddfellows’ ownership until 1892. The hotel’s name was changed in 1878 to ‘Unity Hotel’ in order to be ‘in harmony with the objects of Oddfellowship’. This inspired the Corporation’s renaming of the square in front of the Hall, which had been known as Jobbers’ Square, in recognition of the pig dealers who, until relatively recently, had held their market there.
and the Lincoln Land and Building Society. Two relieving officers and a clerk to the Board of Guardians were also accommodated. By 1919, tenants included the Pearl Insurance Company and the Lincoln Spiritualist Alliance, making rather odd bed fellows.
Two unloved and unused buildings? The Oddfellows' Hall extension of 1897 (right) and the Constitutional Club of 1896 to the left.
The Manchester Unity of Oddfellows in Lincoln had 1297 members in 1874; by 1900, its membership comprised 6209. This growth prompted the need for the substantial extension - a 72-feet by 36-feet addition. It was designed by William Mortimer and was described as being ‘in harmony with the existing building’, but was three storeys high rather than two.
The Broadgate elevation was designed more elaborately to be in keeping with some of the other new buildings lining the thoroughfare. The tenants of the
During the Second World War the building was occupied by the Ministry of Food which administered local rationing. In 1947, Oddfellows’ Hall was acquired by the engineering firm Ruston & Hornsby, opening shortly afterwards as a club, where, on payment of one penny a week, the company’s employees could make use of a library, billiards room, games rooms, a ladies’ room and an assembly hall for whist drives, dances and concerts. Ruston’s Club closed in 1981.
Subsequently, the building has been a venue for wedding receptions, concerts and discos, a hostel and student accommodation. Schemes for the building’s use as a hotel or apartment block have remained unrealised. Hopefully, some future productive purpose can be found for this impressive building.
To discover more about The Survey of Lincoln see www.thesurveyoflincoln.co.uk.
Oddfellows included the architect William Mortimer,
One of the foundation stones, laid by George Elverston of Perseverance Lodge
Oddfellows Hall, Unity Square - the original building is on the right
Finding your greenfingers
THE gardening programmes and the magazines will be full of sage advice for working in the garden in September. It is mostly good advice, such as sow hardy annuals, collect ripe seed, take cuttings, put fallen leaves in a bag, overwinter your gladdies and so on.
ground. The ground sown seeds can be very hit and miss - if the mice don’t eat them the slugs will or we’ll have an almighty frozen period and they will perish. The pot sown seeds go leggy and I forget to water them, resulting in yet more death.
These topics are repeated year in year out and never really change.
I have taken this advice in the past. I’ve sown seeds, some in pots, some in the
Doing some good down on the farm
I do usually dig up my tulip bulbs and overwinter them in a dry place ( I haven’t got any gladioli). Some bulbs don’t survive but most do and some even flower well the next year but many don’t or certainly not with their original vigour.
I enjoy collecting seeds. I only collect from foxgloves, usually and if I keep the seed, which is like dust, in a paper bag I tend to forget all about it, so I sow straight away, because these plants are biennial and need this year to grow roots and leaves.
Wallflowers are the same. If sown early you can plant out the young seedling in autumn and they will grow on over the winter.
I do take cuttings, like hydrangea or fuchsia. They stay in the greenhouse and I enjoy watching them take root but I am very impatient and am constantly pulling them out to see if they’ve rooted, leading to yet more fatalities, sadly.
Collecting fallen leaves for leafmould is good, but one black bag full of leaves will produce a mere fistful of soil over a year or so.You need bins full for any impact. It is lovely stuff and a great soil conditioner. Much gardening is trial and error, patience and experience. Getting advice from magazines and TV helps and then you start to find your own way.
SOCIAL impact group Good For Nothing visited Middle World Farms in Washingborough –one of the projects it has helped.
The group - #GFNlincoln – uses the skills and energy of people willing to help projects that bring social benefits.
Middle World Farm is committed to providing fresh local produce grown in harmony with nature and making that food accessible to everyone primarily through vegetable box subscriptions. During the visit founder Martin Taylor made full use of the flail mower that GFN Collaborator, Sue Fortune helped Martin fund through the Lincolnshire Community Foundation.
The rewards of helping nature
EVERY time that someone makes the decision to plant a flower for bees or butterflies, it feels like a little glimmer of hope for the future.
When it’s done by a community, the light shines even brighter. One of my highlights working for the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is our collaboration with the Rotary Club of Lindum, Lincoln, organising the Lincolnshire Environmental Awards.
In May, we met school pupils from across the county who are helping wildlife and learning to live more sustainably. Schools that are growing fruit and vegetables, harvesting rainwater, planting flowers for pollinators, maintaining wildlife ponds and minibeast hotels.
The winning school in 2024 was Kirkby La Thorpe, a small village primary near Sleaford with around 100 pupils. They’ve been steadily building their environmental ambitions, adding more features to benefit both nature and the school community year on year.
The eco committee meets weekly to share suggestions but there is the opportunity for every student to get stuck in, whether it’s planting, watering or harvesting vegetables, making birdhouses, maintaining the bug hotels or simply using time in the wilder areas to recharge.
Several aspects of the project have been absorbed into daily school life, so the children now enjoy free food and veg, freshly pulled from the beds, washed and chopped for them to help themselves to at breaktime. Any leftovers from lunch are automatically put into the compost bins that have been created around the grounds so the cycle can continue.
It’s inspiring to see what the children are achieving. But it’s not just schools that are taking actions like this, at the end of September, we’ll meet community groups that are doing the same – creating and managing wildlife-friendly greenspaces for themselves and their neighbours.
It’s a big ask; for people to give up their own time and energy to a community green space project. It doesn’t always run smoothly but the rewards are worth it. Wildlife is returning to these communities and the local human residents benefit from wonderful spaces that they can use.
It can be difficult to find out about these spaces unless we’re part of the community and that’s where the Lincolnshire Environmental Awards can help. In late September, we’re holding a special day to celebrate community action at Whisby Nature Park. We’ll hear from the three finalists in the Lincolnshire Environmental Awards 2024 and the winning community will be announced. We’ll also be bringing together some of the previous winners and other groups that the Wildlife Trust has worked with.
There will be lots of advice and inspiration on how to manage spaces from gardens to village greens. Everyone is welcome to come along to the Education Centre at Whisby Nature Park on Saturday, September 28 from 10am to hear from the Lincolnshire Environmental Awards finalists and from 12.30pm to pick up top tips on managing spaces for wildlife and people. See you there!
Thriving environments: main picturegarden log pile by Autumn Barlow; insetbug hotel by Amy Lewis and top - small tortoiseshell butterfly by Scott Petrek.
City’s world record breaking bowlers
LINCOLN & District Indoor Bowling Club the proud holder of a Guinness World record.
A team of 6 players from the club played a non-stop game of bowls starting in April 2023, bowling for 62 hours to complete the new record, ratified by Guinness in May 2024.
The team comprised of, from left (top picture) : Andy Sellers, Collette Fawcett, Dean Morley, Stan Day, Lisa Devlin, Paul Fawcett. They played in two-hour relays with four players playing at any one time, while two players rested for two hours.
It is the latest achievement for the club, which is one of the largest indoor bowls facilities in the UK, with eight rinks with newly installed state-of-the-art score boards. “Over the years, club members have produced many county, national and world champions,” said LIBC director Colin Brewer.
The club was founded in 1972 on Hall Drive, Boultham Park and opened by the then Right Honourable Mayor of Lincoln, Alderman F. Blackbourn.
A registered Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) it was set up to promote the sport of bowling to the wider Lincolnshire community and is an Associate of The English Indoor Bowls Association.
“The club is effectively owned and run by the members with a volunteer Board of Directors to oversee smooth running and financial security of the club.,” explained Colin.
“The club is open to anyone in the community and offers various levels of membership including Full Playing Membership, Social Membership and Junior/Juvenile membership.”
Facilities also include Café Jaxx, which, with dining rooms, is also available to hire.
“There is a warm and friendly atmosphere in the club and everyone is welcome to come and try out the great sport of indoor bowling. The game provides plenty of gentle exercise and friendly as well as highly competitive games.”
Rinks are available seven days a week throughout the year at £2.50 an hour and prospective members are provided bowls and shoes free of charge along with free guidance from several qualified coaches.
There are also 10-week courses in September and January with the club again providing bowls, bowling shoes and includes free membership to cover the 10 weeks course.
Other activities include: wellbeing and craft sessions, quiz and bingo nights; regular entertainment with a Beatles tribute act in September and the Lincoln Fire Service Band in November.
“So, if you fancy coming along to the club to have a go at bowling, sample the cuisine at Café Jaxx or join us at one of our entertainment events, simply come and see what goes on.”
The club is holding an Open Day on Sunday, September 21 – to try your hand at bowling visit Lincoln & District Indoor Bowls Club, Hall Drive, Boultham Park, Lincoln, LN6 7SW. T01522 526327, e-mail feedback@lincolnindoorbowlsclub.co.uk.
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Nominate your community champion
THE countdown is on for nominations to this year’s NK Community Champion Awards.
The 10 categories of the award are designed to say ‘thank you’ to those people in North Kesteven communities that volunteer to enrich people’s lives – from litter-picking to running a sports club.
The deadline for nominations is September 16, working towards an awards celebration on November 27 and the district council is looking for people who are: good neighbours; young achievers; community businesses and those who contribute to sports; health & wellbeing; arts & culture; a better environment; or climate action or who support their community in any other way.
Council Leader Cllr Richard Wright said: “Volunteering and selfless participation in community life, running clubs, inspiring others, giving generously of time, effort and resources,
looking out for neighbours, thinking, caring, taking positive action and generally making things happen is a defining characteristic of so many people who contribute to our District of Flourishing Communities.
“They enrich all of our lives in ways that we don’t always realise or recognise, but through these awards we can all express how much we appreciate them and what they do, bringing them to wider attention for award and applause.
“It is only through grateful recipients, proud parents or appreciative clients and customers that we can celebrate and champion such unsung heroes and so I encourage anyone to nominate and tell us about everyone they think deserves an award for the difference they make to the lives of individuals or entire communities, anywhere in North Kesteven.”
See www.NKawards.org for details, category definitions and to make a nomination.
Winners and finalists from the last awards.
still going strong after 95 years
MOST people have heard of the suffragettes but fewer have heard of suffragists.
Members of this latter peaceful movement formed the basis of the Townswomen’s Guilds which recently marked their 95th anniversary. Lincoln Minster Townswomen’s Guild celebrated with lunch at the Tower Hotel.
Member Sarah Parkinson explained how it all began: “The women’s suffrage movement was started in Great Britain in the late 1860s and became a national movement in 1897 as the National Union of Women Suffrage Societies (NUWSS).
“The suffragists aimed to gain women the vote by legal means and wanted to show men that women were capable of using the vote. The colours of the flag were green white and red. Originally taken from the freedom badge of Italy, it symbolises green for hope white for faith and red for courage.
“However when by 1903 this wasn’t happening quickly enough Mrs Pankhurst formed the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) or suffragettes and campaigned ‘by any means
possible’ to gain the vote.”
Both movements worked alongside each other, but in 1914 when war broke out all campaigning stopped. The movement encouraged women to take up work in the factories and on the land in order to release men to fight.
“Whether it was the peaceful campaign of the suffragists or the militancy of the suffragettes or the fact that women were invaluable to the war effort, some women were given the vote in 1918. The suffragist movement still continued to campaign for equal rights until all women received the vote in 1928.”
After achieving their goal the women did not want to stop meeting: “They had become used to the camaraderie of being able to meet and talk with like minded people. So the Townswomen’s Guild was formed for the education and welfare of women – now it still meets for friendship and fun.”
The Lincoln guild meets on the second Wednesday of the month. See the Lifelong Learning What’s On listings for details.
Better rights for leaseholders
NIKKI HAWKINS, PARTNER, COMMERCIAL PROPERTY, WILKIN CHAPMAN SOLICITORS
THE Freehold and Leasehold Reform Act 2024 is a landmark legislation aimed at enhancing the rights of residential long leaseholders of houses and flats in England and Wales.
Leaseholds have long been a contentious issue, with many leaseholders facing high ground rents, hefty service charges, and restrictive conditions. This Act seeks to address these issues, promoting fairness and transparency in property transactions.
Key Provisions of the Act
Ban on Long Residential Leases of Houses - the Act prevents the granting of such leases unless they fall within a permitted exception.
Lease Extensions - qualifying tenants will be able to extend their leases to 990 years giving long-term security and eliminating repeated extensions.
Immediate Lease Extensions - the requirement to have owned a lease for two years before making a claim will no longer apply, easing the process.
Shared Ownership Leases - these leaseholders will obtain lease extension rights.
New Valuation Methods - The Act will introduce transparent and affordable calculations for enfranchisement and leasehold extensions.
Costs Regime - each party will generally bear their own costs, except in low-value claims.
Right to Manage - increased floor area limits will allow more mixed-use properties to be managed by leaseholders.
Service Charges - these will become more regulated, with tenants gaining new rights to information.
The recent King’s Speech outlined further ambitious reforms, building on the Act’s momentum.
Ending Leasehold - the Labour manifesto pledged to end leasehold property and enact remaining Law Commission recommendations.
A draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill - this will further empower leaseholders to extend leases, enfranchise, and manage buildings, while regulating ground rents and ending forfeiture.
A Renters’ Rights Bill - seeking to abolish ‘no-fault’ evictions and strengthen tenant rights.
The Act represents a significant shift in the UK property market, offering improvements for residential long leaseholders. However, some argue it falls short of its initial aims. The draft legislation in the King’s Speech aims to address these gaps, with the government indicating that commonhold should become the default tenure for new properties.
For more information, please contact nikki.hawkins@wilkinchapman.co.uk, or visit wilkinchapman.co.uk.
Now is the time to get your affairs in order
JOANNE BINKS, PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR, SHAKESPEARE MARTINEAU
IT is important to put your affairs in order while you are well enough to do so to avoid issues in the future.
Will
Your will is the cornerstone of your planning and ensures those you trust are in control when you die.
Your will ensures your assets pass to your chosen beneficiaries and can be
structured (subject to changes in legislation and circumstances) to ensure this happens in the most practical and tax-efficient way to protect your loved ones and assets.
It is important to keep this up to date, particularly if you get married, divorced or have children. Ideally, you should review your will every few years.
Lasting powers of attorney (LPAs)
If during your lifetime you lose capacity to make decisions for yourself, it is crucial to have a valid power of attorney in place. You choose attorneys to make decisions relating to your financial affairs and health and welfare on your behalf if you become unable to do so for yourself in the future.
If no valid power of attorney is in place and an individual becomes incapable of managing their own affairs, it is necessary to make an application to the Court of Protection. This can be a long and expensive process.
Consider how your property is held If you own your home with someone else, the property can be held as joint tenants or tenants in common.
Where property is held as joint tenants, on the death of one owner, the property passes automatically to the other by survivorship – regardless of the provisions of their will. Many family homes are held as joint tenants, but this may not be suitable if you want your share to pass to children or into a trust for asset protection.
Where property is held as tenants in common and one person dies, the share belonging to them passes in accordance with the terms of their will or the intestacy rules to potentially unwanted beneficiaries. This can cause particular issues where you hold property with a cohabitee.
Expert advice on these matters is crucial.
For more information contact the Lincoln office on 01522 313 370 or visit www.shma.co.uk
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The cost of giving crisis
THE last few years have been challenging for many businesses and individuals alike.
As a result few people might have recognised the real upheaval and struggle faced by charities and not-forprofit organisations.
Issues faced include declining income, increased costs and in many cases increased demands for the work they do. This is especially true for those providing social care, wellbeing and mental health services and support for individuals affected by the cost-of-living crisis.
We have also seen similar pressures and concerns for those involved in the arts, culture and heritage as well as many research organisations.
While businesses can look at increasing prices and passing on costs to maintain margins, or look at cost savings to manage the situation, it is not as easy for those in the not-for-profit sector. Incomes, especially for funded projects, programmes, schemes or activities tend to be fixed, as do the costs associated with delivery.
It is also often more challenging to seek alternative sources of revenue or adapt services for new markets or opportunities.
Those that have traditionally relied on donations have seen a decline in giving.
Dealing with the cost-of-living crisis has led to a cost of gifting crisis.
Managing budgets and working capital has become an even greater focus especially in light of increased operating costs with the overheads like energy and insurances all having gone up.
Other issues and concerns affect the ability to fulfil their charitable objectives. These include staffing as being able to recruit and retain staff is based on the ability to meet pay expectations.
Certainly, being able to compete with the salaries for similar roles in the commercial sector has become more of a concern.
Pressures on maintaining activities and services also creates an additional risk - a stretched workforce potentially creates a situation where quality and delivery standards are not met.
This could lead to not only failure to meet obligations but also the real threat of reputational risk. Like any organisation under pressure, sub-optimal working practices and can lead to an increased risk of health and safety breaches.
The vulnerability of organisations in the third sector often leads to them being the target of cyber-attacks, fraud and data breaches.
Keeping up to date with procedures let alone being able to invest in mitigation
and management around such things is certainly a real challenge. So too is the ability to adopt and capitalise on digitalisation for ‘business’ processes and marketing alike.
More recently the change of government might give rise to a renewed level of optimism around support and assistance for the sector, equally it could give rise to concerns about new legislation or focus that may be less favourable.
Certainly, and not least, the announcement to charge VAT on school fees could be a sign that charities across the board may find changes to what constitutes charitable activities.
Recognising the significant contribution and the vital role charities play in society and as part of our mixed economy, it is important that we seek to support them be it as a volunteer, by donating or fundraising or even considering becoming a trustee or board member.
As specialist accountants and tax advisers to the sector we believe that we play a key role in not only providing assurance but also in understanding the challenges clients face and being able to provide support and advice.
This often being critical to and welcomed by stretched teams and Boards with pressures on thinking space for longer term planning.
City get down to business on and off the pitch
SIGNINGS made by Lincoln City Football Club are designed to strengthen its playing and business credentials.
Winger Erik Ring’s permanent deal from his boyhood AIK Stockholm runs until the summer of 2028 – the 22-year-old has also been capped at U21 level by Sweden.
Erik said: “Joining Lincoln City feels like the right step for me, to come in and play at a high level and as part of a young and ambitious team.”
Head coach Michael Skubala added: “Erik is a really exciting young player, with huge potential, and possesses the pace and power that we have wanted to add to the squad.” Skubala himself has signed a new deal, with the new contract running until the end of the 2027/28 season after joining City in November 2023. With further additions to the club’s backroom staff, and investment on the pitch this summer, Skubala believes foundations are in place to continue the recent growth on the pitch.
“I’m really pleased to have signed this extension at a really well-run club with everything set up to keep moving forward.”
Other apointments include: David Bridges returning to the club as assistant head coach; Jack Coles head of recruitment from Coventry City; George Bush as first-team performance analyst; chief scout Marc Tracy will also take on the role of loans manager; Jason Futers as chief
growth & innovation officer; Tom Hall as director of finance, stepping up from his previous role as head of finance; and Matt Murgett takes on an expanded role as head of governance encompassing safeguarding and equality as well as football administration for the Academy. Jon Pepper has assumed the role of technical director for Lincoln City Women alongside his role with the Academy, with this Calum Oakenfold has also stepped up to become head of Academy and coaching.
City’s chief executive Liam Scully said: “The restructuring and recruitment across the sporting and business operations side of the club is an important step forward as we continue to grow the football club on and off the field.”
“We are incredibly excited and humbled at the quality of people we have been able to attract to the club, which speaks volumes for our ambition and commitment to continued growth.”
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