July 6 - August 15, 2025
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See 300 pieces from 58 artists between July 26September 7
It’s one heck of a show!
HECKINGTON Show is almost here giving people a mix of their favourite attractions combined with new ideas and surprises.
This year’s show - held across the weekend of July 26-27 - really will have something for everyone, according to Chairman, Charles Pinchbeck.
“The team of volunteers who deliver Heckington Show to Lincolnshire work hard, adding a warmth that comes from their community roots,” said Charles.
In a nutshell fun, food, fairground rides, farm animals, flowers, fruit ‘n’ veg, fireworks and much more will all be on offer to visitors as the Chairman explained.
“The successful WiFi trial last year should see improved coverage to ensure you can snap up those unique gifts, local foods or antique bargains you will discover as you explore the showground.
“There will also be buggy shuttle services available from the main car park which will help those with less energy to spend it all enjoying the show itself, from the living history in Heckington Show’s Heritage Village or the joyful sounds of summer emanating from the concert marquee.
“Those and other crowd pleasers are at the heart of the show along with fantastic foods with many Lincolnshire favourites (including sausages of course), hordes of sheep and cattle, beautiful shire horses, high class showjumping, the flower and produce marquee and the increasingly
popular grand firework concert on Saturday evening.
“These along with some eye-catching and eye-watering main ring entertainment, vintage machinery, national cycling competitions and athletics combine to ensure you can make it a weekend to remember.
“Despite this, Heckington’s strapline as ‘Britain’s largest village show’ still rather undersells the offer -most visitors are from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Boston and surroundings some travel much further.
“One family from Norway bring their children each year to keep them in touch with their British roots whilst another Wisbech family have been coming for three generations. “With that kind of universal appeal, Heckington Show is surely a must for your summer diary this year.”
Visit the show’s website (top of page) for tickets.
JONATHAN JONES
BACP and BPC Registered jjonespsychotherapy@hotmail.com jonathanjonespsychotherapy.wordpress.com
LAUREN WHITE
UKCP, BACP, UPCA, DBS cert. www.laurenwhitetherapy.co.uk Tel: 01522 538715
Monday 7 July –
Thursday 10 July
Various times
Thursday 10 July
7.30pm
Friday 11 July
4.45pm
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM
NYT (Lincoln) Grease School Edition
£11 - £12.50
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN ELO Again
£31.50
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Commuter Jazz Fabulous music, a pizza, and a glass of wine or two.
£8 on-the-door www.southsidelincs.com
Don’t miss c
LINCOLN Live, the city’s free music festival celebrating the region’s upand-coming talent, will be back on Saturday and Sunday, August 30-31.
For the first time the festival will be held in City Square next to Cornhill Market, which event organisers from City of Lincoln Council describe as offering a more intimate setting, so audiences can immerse themselves in the live performances.
Hosted between 1pm and 8pm by the Events in Lincoln team, the event promises music for all tastes and ages. The Lincoln Live main stage will be curated by BBC Introducing, with the show’s regional host Dean Jackson hand-picking each act.
Cllr Joshua Wells, Portfolio Holder for Inclusive Economic Growth at City of Lincoln Council, said: “Now in its third year, Lincoln Live is one of our key events in the city, it’s a chance for people of all ages to enjoy free music in the city and celebrate the end of the summer holidays.
“City Square is a prime location to host the festival’s main stage. It offers a more intimate and exclusive atmosphere for audiences to truly engage with the music. Plus, with the Cornhill Market just steps away, visitors can easily explore it during the short breaks between performances.
“As a whole, we’re keen to collaborate with local independent businesses in both the city centre and uphill Lincoln to strengthen our connection with the community.”
Friday 11 July 7.30pm
Friday 11 July
7.30pm
Friday 11 July 8pm
Saturday 12 July –Sunday 13 July
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Saturday 12 July 4pm
Saturday 12 July 6pm
Sunday 13 July
Various times
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Absolute Britney
£30
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
BROADBENT THEATRE, WICKENBY, LN3 5AW
A Night at the Musicals
£12 - £13
www.broadbenttheatre.org T 0300 400 0101
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM
NYT (Newark) The Aristocats Kids
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM
NYT (Newark) Legally Blonde
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055T
THE DRILL, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY 70s Day Party Comes to Lincoln
From £15, 25+
www.lincolndrill.co.uk T 01522 534160
THE ENGINE SHED, LN6 7TS Indiepalooza Festival –Kopykat Killers v Scam Fender v Subarctic Monkeys
£30, 14+
www.engineshed.co.uk
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
JLTA: Variety Show
Annual showcase from Jo Leah
Theatre Arts
£18, conc. £16
www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
Sunday 13 July 11.30am
SOUTHREY YOUTH CLUB FIELD, FERRY ROAD, SOUTHREY, LN3 5TA Southrey Music Festival
Live music, stalls and BBQ. £7.50, u12s FREE www.facebook.com/share/1BvyuVopi 2/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Sunday 13 July 1pm & 5.30pm
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN JLD Studio Presents –Legends & Icons £16.50
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
ity’s free music festival
festival-goers can enjoy a full-service bar on City Square featuring locally crafted ales, a special Lincoln Live-themed cocktail, spirits and a range of soft drinks. The festival’s close proximity to the Cornhill Market means there will be easy access to food and other refreshments as well as toilets
Also returning for a second year is Lincoln Live Unplugged, a chilled-out acoustic companion stage at St Paul in the Bail, brought to life by Acoustic Nation, the team behind Southside. Set against the historic backdrop of Lincoln Castle, the unplugged stage will host a diverse lineup of acoustic acts in a relaxed, scenic atmosphere surrounded by all the facilities of uphill Lincoln. Some seating and deck chairs will be provided at both stages, but visitors are welcome to bring their own along with food and non-alcoholic drinks - alcohol must be purchased on-site from the official Lincoln Live bar.
Stay up to date with artist announcements, lineup details, and more by following Events in Lincoln on Facebook and Instagram.
Thursday 17 July
7.30pm
Friday 18 July 6pm
Friday 18 July
7.30pm
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM
JME Dance: Autonomy
£19 - £21
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
THE DRILL, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY Forever Young Live
£16.50, 18+
www.lincolndrill.co.uk T 01522 534160
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Living the Life of Riley From £28
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Saturday 19 July
Various times
Saturday 19 July 2pm
Saturday 19 July 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Saturday 19 July 7.30pm – 10pm
Sunday 20 July
Various times
Sunday 20 July 1pm – 2.30pm
Ballet double bill: The White Feather/Rhythm Rhapsody
£24, u12s £18
www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN South of the Tracks Festival
Two stages of live music. From £10
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Rhythm of the Dance From £30.50
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 519999
DECIMAL PLACE, 10 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN, LN1 3LB Weird Garden Sounds & art by Pefkin, and Rebelski. FREE pkrollings@yahoo.co.uk
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE HSDC 10 Year Showcase £15, u16s £10.50
www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
THE BLUE ROOM AT THE LAWN, LINCOLN Carpe Diem Lunchtime Concert
Fi Pear on harmony, lead vocals and harmonica, and Mark Hickman providing electro/acoustic guitar. £10 - £12
www.lawnlincoln.com T 01522 523548
Sunday 20 July 6.30pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY Albert Lee
£25
www.lincolndrill.co.uk T 01522 534160
Tuesday 22 July 7pm
Wednesday 23 July 7pm
Thursday 24 July 8pm
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM Stardust Summer Concert £6 - £10.50
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
THE ENGINE SHED, LN6 7TS The Cribs From £30, 14+ (u18s must be accompanied by an adult) www.engineshed.co.uk
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Comedy Night at the Royal £17 www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
Friday
25 July
7.30pm
Friday
25 July 7.30pm
Saturday
26 July 6pm
Saturday
26 July 6pm – 10pm
Saturday
26 July 7pm
Sunday
27 July 6pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY
The Black Charade + Fell Out Boy
£18, 14+ (u16s accompanied by an adult)
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Whole Lotta Shakin’ – The Shakin’ Stevens Story
£28
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM
Curious Academy: The Wizard of Oz
£21
www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terry-otoole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
Lincoln Castle
Ibiza Anthems with Ellie Sax
THE ENGINE SHED, LN6 7TS
What’s Love Got to Do With It?
From £15, 14+ (u18s accompanied by an adult) www.engineshed.co.uk
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Who Is My Brother?
Modern mystery play adapted by Ian Sharp and performed by A Certain Demographic.
£12, conc. £5 www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
Thursday
31 July –
Saturday
2 August
Various times
Friday 1 August 6.30pm
Friday 1 August 7pm – Late
THE BLUE ROOM AT THE LAWN, LINCOLN
Calendar Girls by Tim Firth
See page 30. From £25 www.lawnlincoln.com
THE ENGINE SHED, LN6 7TS
Jason Manford: A Manford
All Seasons
£40, 14+ (u18s accompanied by an adult). www.engineshed.co.uk
Friday 1 August 7pm
CHARLOTTE HOUSE HOTEL, LINCOLN Live Singer Evening Unwind with live music from Jodie Vale, exclusive cocktails and discounted beers. FREE entry
www.lawnlincoln.com
T 01522 523548
THE DRILL, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY Coldplay It Again + Stereoconics
£20, 14+ ( u16s must be accompanied by an adult)
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Saturday 2 August 12pm – 2pm
Saturday 2 August 4.30pm –8.30pm
Saturday 2 August 7pm
Write Note
Open mic session without the microphones. FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshi re/lincoln-central-library
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND
Illyria - The Wind in the Willows
£18, child £10, u3s FREE www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
T 01522 522900
THE DRILL, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY
Jack Broadbent Not Jim’s son, but this blues/rock musician was born in Lincolnshire.
£18, 12+ (u16s must be accompanied by an adult) www.lincolndrill.co.uk
Saturday 2 August 7pm
Saturday 2 August 7.30pm
Sunday 3 August 2.30pm
Wednesday 6 August 5.30pm
THE ENGINE SHED, LN6 7TS Lucy Spraggan
From £27.50, 14+ (u18s accompanied by an adult) www.engineshed.co.uk
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN
Love Hurts – Power Ballads & Anthems
£35.50
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 519999
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN
Dino Tales
£18, child £17
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 519999
THE ENGINE SHED, LN6 7TS Mania U18: Lincoln W/Chad Harrison
Club experience for age 14 -17. FFrom £16, 14+ www.engineshed.co.uk
Saturday 9 August 7pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY T.S.O.L.
Californian punk pioneers True Sounds of Liberty are supported by Cain Pit from Norwich. £15, 14+ (u16s must be accompanied by an adult) www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
LINCOLN CASTLE
Thursday 14 August 6pm – 10pm
Friday 15 August 6pm – 10pm
Outdoor Cinema: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
From £17.37, u12s £10.65 www.lincolncastle.com
T 01522 782019
Lincoln Castle Outdoor Cinema: The Greatest Showman Sing-A-
Wednesday 6 August 6.30pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY Butterfly Club
Accessible club night for adults with additional needs and their carers.
£5, carers FREE, 18+
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
Friday 8 August 7pm
THE DRILL, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY Duran + Back from the 80s £20, 14+ (u16s must be accompanied by an adult) www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
Mondays 7pm
STAGS HEAD, NEWPORT, LINCOLN Lincoln IMProv Club
For improvisers of all levels and abilities. Drama games, short and long-form improv. FREE
www.facebook.com/LincolnImprov Club
Mondays & Wednesdays 7pm – 9pm
THE CARDINAL’S HAT, LINCOLN Draw & Drink Portrait Classes
Led by Ellie Benton. Bring your own materials. £15
www.instagram.com/drawanddrink. lincoln, T 07810 835147
Second Tuesday of the month 12pm – 2pm
Wednesdays 10am – 12pm
SUDBROOKE DRIVE COMMUNITY CENTRE
Ermine Makers
Work on your own projects, have a go at something new. Bring your own craft materials. FREE
MOORLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE, MOORLAND AVENUE, LN6 7JJ
Moorland Makers
Work on your own projects, have a go at something new. Bring your own craft materials. FREE
chelsey@rootedarts.org.uk
First Wednesday of the month 5pm – 7pm
Thursdays 10am –12.30pm
Thursdays 2pm – 3pm
USHER GALLERY Artist Network
Meet and catch up with other artists and creatives. www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
THE VILLAGE HALL, BRIGG LANE, CARLTON-LE-MOORLAND, LN5 9HP Carlton-le-Moorland and District Art Group
New members of any ability welcome. T 01522 810739
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Craft Club
Relax, socialise and share your story through your craft 16+. FREE www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/ lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Until Sunday 20 July (closed Mondays) 10am – 4pm
Until 27 July
10am – 5pm (11am – 4pm Sundays)
Until Tuesday 5 August 10am12.30pm
Until Sunday 24 August 10am - 5pm
Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays Until 31 August 10am – 4pm
LINCOLN CASTLE
Playback: Art of the Album Sleeve
Exhibition of over 100 iconic album covers displayed in the Castle’s Victorian Prison. Included with Castle Day ticket www.lincolncastle.com
T 01522 782019
THE MUSEUM OF LINCOLNSHIRE LIFE Lincoln: Then & Now
A photographic exhibition showcasing the similarities and differences of Lincoln’s rich past, including original artefacts and a short film from the Lincolnshire Film Archive FREE, apart from event days www.lincolnmuseum.com
T 01522 782040
Monday 7 July –Saturday 12 July 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 8 July 6.45pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Spirals of Time
Joint exhibition by Carrie Kendra and Lucy McElroy. FREE www.indigocrowgallery.com
HARDING HOUSE GALLERY, STEEP HILL, LINCOLN Sunrise, Sunset: Colours of Lincolnshire
A solo show by Adele Billinghay. FREE info@hardinghousegallery.co.uk T 01522 523537
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Learn Art of Watercolour Six-week watercolour painting course with Sally Kheng. Workshop once a week for 6 weeks. £180, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
Wednesday 9 July 10am - 1pm
Saturday 12 July 10.30am –3.30pm
GALLERY AT ST MARTIN’S, LINCOLN Group Exhibition FREE www.instagram.com/galleryatst martins, T 07720 810468
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Life Drawing
A different theme every month with music and a stocked bar. £9, conc. £7 www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Ceramic Hand Building Workshop with Raku Firing with Carrie Kendra. £75, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
LINCOLN CASTLE HERITAGE SKILLS CENTRE Make a Hatching Dragon Clay sculpture workshop with Fiona Hodges. £80, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
Sunday 13 July 10am - 4pm
Monday 14 July –Sunday 27 July 10am – 4pm
Wednesday 16 July 2pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Learn to Create Portraits in Graphite Workshop with Lucy McElroy. £85, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
GALLERY AT ST MARTIN’S, LINCOLN Exhibition: Lisa Tank Lisa’s paintings reflect the vibrant hues of the British landscape. FREE
www.instagram.com/galleryatst martins T 07720 810468
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Film Screening: 42nd Street (1933) From £9
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
Thursday 17 July –Wednesday 23 July
1.30pm & 7.30pm
Friday 18 July 10am - 4pm
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat
DTC Productions Ltd and Lincoln Academy of Theatre Arts’ 20th anniversary production. From £22
www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Woodland Wander Felted landscape workshop with Eve Marshall. £85, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
Friday 18 July 1pm - 2.30pm
BOULTHAM PARK Willow Seedhead Workshop
Aimed at adult beginners, weave a seedhead sculpture. £30, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk
T 01522 873735
Saturday 12 July 7.30pm –9.30pm
ST PETER’S CHURCH, DODDINGTON Summer Concert
£10
www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
Sunday 20 July –Sunday 19 October 10am – 4pm (open Thursday - Monday)
USHER GALLERY
Art of the Now Exhibition showcasing Lincolnshire artists. FREE
www.lincolnmuseum.com
T 01522 782040
Sunday
20 July 10am - 4pm
Monday 21 July
10am – 1pm
Tuesday 22 July –
Sunday
27 July 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 23 July –
Thursday 24 July
7pm – 9.15pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN
Learn to Create Portraits in Graphite Workshop with Lucy McElroy. £85, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
USHER GALLERY Stop Motion Animation workshop with Poppy. £5, book online www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Elements of Nature
An exhibition of artwork from Kim Bartle, Louise Earnshaw and Nicola Robinson FREE www.indigocrowgallery.com
DODDINGTON HALL Opera on the Lawn
An evening of open-air opera from Wild Arts.
£35, u16s £25 www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
Thursday 24 July
1.10pm
Friday 25 July
7.30pm
Saturday
26 July –Sunday
7 September 10am – 4pm
Saturday 26 July 10am – 3pm
Tuesday 29 July –Sunday 3 August 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 30 July 2pm
Saturday 2 August –Sunday 7 September 10am – 5pm (11am – 4pm Sundays)
Saturday 2 August 10am - 4pm
THE VILLAGE HALL, BRIGG LANE, CARLTON-LE-MOORLAND, LN5 9HP
Workshop with Peter Woods Café scene in pastels and water. Carlton-le-Moorland and District Art Group members £15, non members £18. T 01522 811510
Saturday 26 July 10am - 4pm
Saturday 26 July 10am - 2pm
Monday 2 August 7.30pn
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Procreate Possibilities Workshop with Mel Langton £75, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
WHISBY NATURE PARK, LN6 9BW Monthly Workshop: Nature Sketching Sketch the beauty of nature with local wildlife illustrator Louise Earnshaw.
£30, conc. £25, student £20 www.lincstrust.org.uk
Saturday 26 July 7.30pm
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Lunchtime Recital Performance by The Northern Concordia Singers. Included with cathedral admission www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Coldplay by Candlelight From £28.50 www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
DODDINGTON HALL
Sculpture at Doddington
Now an annual event in the walled and wild gardens and Stable Yard gallery - view over 300 works of art by 58 sculptors from across the UK and beyond. Most works are for sale.
£9.50, child £4.50, family £22 www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
Monday 28 July –Sunday 3 August 10am – 4pm
Monday 28 July 1pm – 4pm
Tuesday 29 July 6.45pm
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons by Candlelight Leading tribute act and live band.
From £28.50 www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
GALLERY AT ST MARTIN’S, LINCOLN Exhibition: Paul Kemp
The painter and printmaker is inspired by the fall of light, shadows, shapes, contrasts and atmopshere.
FREE
www.instagram.com/galleryatst martins T 07720 810468
USHER GALLERY Clay workshop with Victoria
£2, drop-in
www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Life Drawing £9, conc. £7 www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Folk and Wild
An exhibition of artwork by Marisa Harrison and Lauren Brine.
FREE www.indigocrowgallery.com
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Film Screening: Calamity Jane (1953) From £9
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk T 01522 519999
HARDING HOUSE GALLERY, STEEP HILL, LINCOLN Dazzle
Mixed work by invited artists. FREE entry info@hardinghousegallery.co.uk T 01522 523537
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Coral Reef
Felted picture workshop with Eve Marshall. £85, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Vespers: A Concert of Forgotten Music
Performed by Anon, anearly music ensemble specialising in reviving music by forgotten composers.
£16.96, conc £11.55 (includes booking fee)
www..eventbrite.co.uk 01522 561600
See QR code on page 17 advert.
Monday 4 August –Saturday 30 August
During opening hours
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY In the Gallery – Memory in a Bottle
Touring photography and audio exhibition featuring photographs of coastal towns. FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire /lincoln-central-library
Monday 4 AugustSunday 17 August 10am - 4pm
Monday 4 August 10am – 4pm
Tuesday 5 August –Sunday 17 August 10am - 4pm
GALLERY AT ST MARTIN’S, LINCOLN Exhibition: Alan Abbey FREE www.instagram.com/galleryatst martins T 07720 810468
USHER GALLERY
Lego Dot printing with Rachel. FREE, drop-in www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Elements
An exhibition of paintings, fused glass and felted artwork by Margaret Bird, Alison Kemp and Robyn Smith. FREE www.indigocrowgallery.com
Wednesday 6 August –Thursday 7 August 7pm
Friday
8 August
10.30am - 12pm or 1pm - 2.30pm
DODDINGTON HALL Twelfth Night Shakespeare’s greatest romantic comedy performed by The Lord Chamberlain’s Men. £20, u16s £14 www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Fused Glass Suncatcher workshop with Ali Kemp £60, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
Mondays 10.30am
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Historic Graffiti Tours
Gain insight into the thousands of etchings found in the cathedral.
£7.50 + cathedral admission fee www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
Wednesdays 4pm – 4.45pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Lego Coding Club
Engage in STEM with Lego. Term time only.
FREE, booking essential via email lincoln_library@gll.org
Second Wednesday every month 7.15pm
BAILGATE METHODIST HALL, NEWPORT, LINCOLN Lincoln Minster Townswomen’s Guild
Speakers or members’ nights for craftwork, games and conversation. Free for first two visits T 07794 862314 (Sarah)
Thursdays 11am – 12pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY 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
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Fridays 2pm – 3pm
Learn My Way
Join a basic IT beginner’s course, suitable for 16+.
FREE, booking required
Friday 8 August 1pm – 4pm
Usher Gallery, Lincoln Cyanotypes
Workshop for printing without a darkroom (first invented in the 19th C) will be held in garden by Rachel, but is weather dependent.
Sunday 10 August 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 10 August 10am - 12pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Acrylic Pouring workshop with Lisa Tank £85, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
USHER GALLERY LINCOLN Summer WorkshopWatercolour Medina Hammad instructs on how to creat these key landscape features. Ages 16+ www.lincolnmuseum.com
Monday 11 August 12pm - 4pm
Tuesday 12 August 6.45pm
Thursday 14 August 10am - 3pm
USHER GALLERY LINCOLN Clay workshop with Victoria. Mixed work by invited artists. £2, drop-in www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Life Drawing Different theme every month. £9, conc. £7 www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Abstracted Landscapes Oil and cold wax workshop with Margaret Bird £85, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
Saturdays 10am
Tuesday 8 July 10am –12.30pm
Wednesday 9 July 11am – 12pm
Thursday 10 July 6.30pm –8.30pm
Saturday 12 July 1pm – 2pm
CASTLE SQUARE
Lincoln Free Walking Tour Lincoln is a small city with a big history and a great way of experiencing it is on foot. FREE, booking required www.lincolnfreewalkingtour.co.uk
DODDINGTON HALL Dragonfly Tour Fiona McKenna introduces Doddington’s resident dragonflies. £30
www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
BRANSBY HORSES, LN1 2PH Donkey Tales: Life and Care FREE
www.bransbyhorses.co.uk T 01427 788464
GIANT LINCOLN, DODDINGTON HALL Bike Maintenance Class Aimed at beginner adults. £15, booking essential www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
LINCOLN CASTLE
Lunchtime Talk: The Greatest Knight
Early English Knighthood and William Marshall, who was known as The Greatest Knight. due to his skill in combat and loyalty to five English monarchs, £5, booking essential www.lincolncastle.com T 01522 782019
Sunday 13 July
7.30am/8.30am – 5.30pm
Sunday 13 July 11am - 1pm
Tuesday 15 July 1.30pm - 3pm
GIANT LINCOLN, DODDINGTON HALL Tugby Challenge
Long distance cycling challenge. £38, booking essential www.doddingtonhall.com
T 01522 694308
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK
History Walk
Learn the history of the park. FREE hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
OUR LADY OF LINCOLN CHURCH HALL, LAUGHTON WAY, LN2 2HE Mental Health Challenges in Georgian Lincolnshire A talk by Nigel Horner to Lincoln Bailgate u3a. £2 on-the-door www.lincolnbailgate.u3asite.uk
BRANSBY HORSES, LN1 2PH
Friday 18 July 11am – 12pm
Wednesday 23 July 10.15am –12pm
The Path to Recovery
How the Bransby team transform lives through trust-based training FREE
www.bransbyhorses.co.uk
T 01427 788464
DODDINGTON HALL Butterfly Safari
Guided walk by Dr Ian Paterson, chair of the Lincolnshire branch of Butterfly Conservation. £30
www.doddingtonhall.com
T 01522 694308
Find & Embrace Your Future at Lincoln College
Wednesday 23 July 11am – 12pm BRANSBY HORSES, LN1 2PH Donkey Tales: Life and Care
T 01427 788464
Thursday 31 July 2pm – 3pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Parklife: Lincoln Arboretum, Boultham Park & Temple Gardens
An illustrated talk by Andrew Walker. FREE, booking essential via email lincoln_library@gll.org T 01522 782010
Friday 1 August 11am – 12pm
Saturday 2 August 11.30am & 1.30pm
BRANSBY HORSES, LN1 2PH On the Road to Rehoming Preparing for the perfect partnership scheme and the next steps.
FREE
www.bransbyhorses.co.uk T 01427 788464
USHER GALLERY Roman Posterngate Tours Venture below the streets on Lincoln to discover remains of Roman Lindum Colonia.
£7, u5s FREE, booking essential www.lincolnmuseum.com 01522 782040
Saturday 9 August 2pm
Thursday 14 August 3pm
Wednesday 6 August 11am – 12pm
Saturday 9 August 1pm – 2pm
BRANSBY HORSES, LN1 2PH Donkey Tales: Life and Care
FREE
www.bransbyhorses.co.uk T 01427 788464
LINCOLN CASTLE Lunchtime Talk: The Knights Templar with Les Clayton
The brotherhood of warrior monks formed during the Crusades. The organisation stretched across most of Europe and into England. Their presence in Lincolnshire was particularly strong, especially in Lincoln.
£5, booking essential www.lincolncastle.com
T 01522 782019
Friday 15 August
11am – 12pm
QUEEN’S PARK COMMUNITY HUB, SOUTH PARK, LINCOLN, LN5 8EW
Nicola Hallam: Let’s talk of graves, worms, and epitaphs.
An exploration of records available relating to death and burials in family history research. Also online via Teams.
Donations of £1 welcome lincolnbranch@lincolnshurefhs.org.uk T 079412 45322 Tracey
WATERSTONES LINCOLN HIGH STREET
Meet Katie Kirby
Author of the Lottie Brooks books.
Child £10 includes Kirby's latest book, booking essential www.waterstones.com/events/me et-katie-kirby-at-waterstoneslincoln/lincoln-high-st T 01522 540011
BRANSBY HORSES, LN1 2PH Sanctuary Stories
The final chapter of the Bransby Horses journey. FREE www.bransbyhorses.co.uk
T 01427 788464
Tuesday 19 August 1.30pm - 3pm
OUR LADY OF LINCOLN CHURCH HALL, LAUGHTON WAY, LN2 2HE
Summer Social - Bailgate u3a
Learn about the group £2 on-the-door www.lincolnbailgate.u3asite.uk
Until Friday 1 January 2027
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 10am – 2.30pm
Mondays 10.30am11.30am
HIGH STREET, LINCOLN Murder Mystery Experience
Explore Lincoln with a mobile app as your guide. Trek through town, crack codes and clues to solve the mystery. From £15 per team, 2-6 players www.im-puzzled.co.uk T 077514 02047
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
Suitable for babies, toddlers and preschool children. FREE www.better.org.uk/library/linco lnshire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Mondays 2pm – 4pm
ST GILES JUBILEE HALLS, LINCOLN, LN2 4EH Cake, Cuppa and Crafts
Tuesdays 9am – 3pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY 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
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Tuesdays
Term time only
3pm – 4.30pm
ST FAITH’S CHURCH, CHARLES STREET WEST, LN1 1QP Stay Toasty
A warm, safe space for children, young people and families. Toast, toppings, drinks, activities and games available. FREE www.stfaithslincoln.org.uk
Wednesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 10am – 11.30am
Wednesdays 10am – 12pm
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, ADDISON DRIVE, LINCOLN, LN2 4LQ Bible Study
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, ADDISON DRIVE, LINCOLN, LN2 4LQ
Community Larder Agency referral required.
CO-OP COMMUNITY HUB, LNER STADIUM, LINCOLN Extra Time Hub
Social sessions for anyone who is near retirement to engage with others, catch up over a cuppa and try different activities each week.
£3 per session www.lincolncityfoundation.com/ extratimehub T 07305 095690
Thursdays 10am – 11am & 11.30am –12.30pm
TESCO EXTRA, WRAGBY ROAD, LINCOLN TinyTalk Baby Signing Help your child communicate before they can talk with baby signing classes.
www.tinytalk.co.uk T 07928 945286 (Emmalee)
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Thursdays 10.30am –11.30am
Connect Over a Cuppa Have a catch-up over a cuppa and a biscuit. (provided). FREE, donations welcome www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshir e/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Thursdays 10am – 1pm THE SALTHOUSE, FREE SCHOOL LANE, LN2 1EY
Love Your Neighbour Café
Meet new people, share a cuppa and cake, and join in with fun activities. FREE www.stswithins.org
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Fridays Term Time Only 10.30am –11.30am
Fridays 10am –11.30am
Fridays 10am – 12pm
Fridays 6pm – 8pm
Fridays 8pm – 9.30pm
Wednesdays 10am – 11.30am
Wednesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 10.30am –11.30am
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, ADDISON DRIVE, LINCOLN, LN2 4LQ Community Larder Agency referral required.
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, ADDISON DRIVE, LINCOLN, LN2 4LQ Coffee Morning & Free4All
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
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
First Saturday of the Month 9am – 3pm
Sensory Baby Rhyme Time Play session for babies and pre-walkers. FREE
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, ADDISON DRIVE, LINCOLN, LN2 4LQ Community Larder Agency referral required.
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, LINCOLN, LN2 4LQ Coffee Morning & Free4All
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, LINCOLN, LN2 4LQ Beavers and Cubs
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, ADDISON DRIVE, LINCOLN, LN2 4LQ Scouts lyndsey.baggaley@lincoln scouts.org.uk T 07852 128508 (Lyndsey Metson)
CASTLE SQUARE, LINCOLN Lincoln Makers’ Market Hosted by local artists and offering artwork, crafts, homeware and jewellery. FREE entry.
Saturdays 10am TOBY CARVERY, ST MARKS, LINCOLN Lincoln Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club For military veterans or those serving to meet for a breakfast and banter. www.afvbc.net
Saturdays 10am– 3pm
Wednesdays 4.30pm – 6pm
ERMINE LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY HUB
Creative Kids Club
Creative play, storytelling and art. For U11s and their families. FREE, no booking required www.rootedarts.org.uk
Wednesdays 6.30pm –9.30pm
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, ADDISON DRIVE, LINCOLN, LN2 4LQ Boys Brigade T 07702 382319 (Darran Coy)
Saturdays 10am – 1pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Lego Club A place for children to use their imagination with Lego. 4 years and over, plus parents. FREE
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Crafty Saturdays
Suitable for children of all ages. FREE www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Tuesdays 8, 15, 22 & 29
July 11am
Thursday 10 July 2pm – 4pm
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Coffee & Care Morning + Bingo
A game of bingo, a hot drink and a natter hosted by the St Katherine’s Care team.. FREE, £4 for 3 games of bingo and the raffle www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
BAILGATE METHODIST CHURCH
HALL, BAILGATE, LINCOLN
Lincoln Flower Club
June Borrowdale arranges flowers with the theme ‘Floral Fusion’. All arrangements will be raffled at the end. £10, annual membership £50 pennyjfoster@yahoo.co.uk
Saturday 12 July –
Sunday 13 July 10am – 5pm
Saturday 12 July 10am –10.45am
Saturday 12 July 10am – 4pm
LINCOLN CASTLE Dog Friendly Days
Explore the castle with your four-legged friends. From FREE www.lincolncastle.com T 01522 782019
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Early Talkers Session for 0-5-year-olds led by Early Years Alliance. Supporting children to become confident communicators. FREE
CASTLE SQUARE
Lincoln Antiques Market
Browse antiques, arts and collectables. FREE www.facebook.com/people/Castle -Square-Antiques-Market-Lincoln
Saturday 12 July from 11am
Saturday 12 July 1.30pm –3.30pm
Saturday 12 July 5pm
Sunday 13 July 10 - 12pm
BRAYFORD WATERFRONT, LINCOLN Dragon Boat Race Festival
Thrill of the races in Chinese long boats on the water with stalls, games and activities for the whole family on land. FREE to attend www.ringroselaw.co.uk/about/ lincoln-dragon-boat-race T 07984 570479 (Alex)
WHISBY NATURE PARK, LN6 9BW Dragonfly Day Event Activities and crafts for families. FREE www.lincstrust.org.uk
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Southside Social Get together with friends for a beer and a bite to eat. FREE entry www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK
Lincoln Repair Café
Bring your broken items back to life. If you have fixing skills to share, get in touch. FREE www.facebook.com/Lincolnrep aircafeUK
Friday 18 July 10am to 11am
Saturday 19 July 9am – 3pm
Saturday 19 July –Sunday 20 July 10am – 5pm
Saturday 19 July 11am – 1pm
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK Toddler Time
Dress to get messy for seasonal activities for under 5s. Child £4 hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
CASTLE SQUARE, LINCOLN Lincoln Farmers’ Market Browse fresh, local produce. FREE entry
LINCOLN CASTLE 1940s Festival
Family-friendly vintage activities and performers. FREE grounds access, other admissions apply www.lincolncastle.com T 01522 782019
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY, Adults Clothes Swap Lincoln Sustainable Fashion Forum - Bring up to 5 preloved items of clothing, shoes or accessories to swap for newto-you pieces reducing waste. FREE, more details online www.instagram.com/lincoln sustainablefashion
Saturday 19 July 12.45pm – 3pm
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND Race for Life Pretty Muddy
5k muddy obstacle course. Minimum £50 target £22.49, child £12 www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk T 01522 522900
Thursday 24 July 10.30am –11.30am
Thursday 24 July 1pm - 2.30pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Summer Reading Challenge Activity –Nature Week
Help create a nature collage on the Activity Room wall. FREE www.better.org.uk/library/lincol nshire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK Bug Hunt
Get up close and personal with some seriously creepy creatures!
Child £4, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Friday 25 July
Various times
The Detective Dog Tiny & Tall Productions bring Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie’s story to the stage. FREE, booking required www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
Friday 25 July 9am
Friday 25 July 10am
Friday 25 July 11am
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Family Fun with Rhubarb Theatre
Bringing classic tales to life. FREE www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Amma’s Story Shop
Be transported into a world infused with Ghanaian culture. FREE, booking essential www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Pup-petry Play Workshop
Tiny & Tall Productions bring Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie’s story to the stage. FREE, booking essential www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Friday 25 July 12pm
Friday 25 July 12pm
Sunday 20 July 10am – 2pm
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND Toy Collectors’ Fair
More than 150 table tops for toy enthusiasts young and old. £3.50, senior £3, accompanied u15s FREE www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk T 01522 522900
HOPE WOOD, LN6 7SW
Friday 25 July 1.30pm –2.30pm
Author Reading: Luke Temple FREE www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Mini Maestro’s Workshop Guided by composer Ewan East. Suitable for ages 5+ FREE, booking essential. www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Storytelling with Under the Bed Theatre A collection of wayfaring tales. FREE
www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Sunday 13 July 11am – 3pm
MONKS ABBEY PLAY AREA, LN2 5JX East Alive: Monks Abbey Bowls Club
Creative community event with activities and performances. FREE
Thursday 24 July 10am - 11.30am
Butterfly Bonanza
Find out about butterflies and take part in the Big Butterfly Count 2025. Child £4, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk
Friday 25 July 2pm
Draw Your Own Dog
Join Lincoln illustrator Vicky for a fun-filled workshop. Suitable for children aged 5-8. FREE, booking required www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk 01522 837600
Saturday 26 July 10am –10.45am
Tuesday 29 July
10.30am12.30pm & 1.30pm3.30pm
Wednesday 30 July 10am –11.30am
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/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK
Den Building
Build a shelter which could protect you from the wind and rain.
Child £4, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
HOPE WOOD, LN6 7SW
Bug Hunt
Get up close and personal with some seriously creepy creatures!
Child £4, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK
Wednesday 30 July
1pm – 2.30pm
Wednesday 30 July
5.30pm – 9pm
Butterfly Bonanza
Find out about butterflies and take part in the Big Butterfly Count 2025. Child £4, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
LINCOLN CASTLE Wind in the Willows: Outdoor Theatre
Immersion Theatre brings Toad and his friends to life. £17.50, conc. £16.50, child £9.50, u3s FREE www.lincolncastle.com T 01522 782019
Thursday 31 July 10.30am –11.30am
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Summer Reading Challenge Activity – Sun Week
Create your own suncatcher. FREE www.better.org.uk/library/lincol nshire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Saturday 2 August 10am – 1pm
THE FERRY BOAT INN, WASHINGBOROUGH, LN4 1AZ Farmers’ Market Support businesses while picking up some fresh produce and handmade goods. www.ferryboatwashingborough co.uk
Saturday 2 August –Sunday 3 August 10am – 5pm
Sunday 3 August 10am – 4pm
Tuesday 5 August 1pm – 2.30pm
Tuesdays 5 & 12 August 11am
WHISBY NATURE PARK, LN6 9BW Wild Whisby Summer: Swifts and Sparrows Activities and crafts for families. Child £5, accompanying adults FREE
www.lincstrust.org.uk
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Coffee & Care Morning + Bingo
A game of bingo, a hot drink and a natter hosted by the St Katherine’s Care team.. FREE, £4 for 3 games of bingo and the raffle
www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
Wednesday 6 August 12pm – 4pm
HILLSIDE GARDEN, OFF ROMAN PAVEMENT, LINCOLN Family Fun Day Activities, food and more.
FREE
www.greensynergy.org.uk T 01522 533077
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Thursday 7 August 10.30am –11.30am
Thursday 7 August 7.30pm
LINCOLN CASTLE Medieval Joust Witness brave knights compete against each other. Included as part of Castle Day ticket
www.lincolncastle.com T 01522 782019
CASTLE SQUARE Lincoln Antiques Market Browse antiques, arts and collectables. FREE
www.facebook.com/people/Castle -Square-Antiques-Market-Lincoln
Wednesday 8 August 9am – 4pm
Summer Reading Challenge Activity –Nature Week
Help create a nature collage on the Activity Room wall.
FREE www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
GRANDSTAND, CARHOLME ROAD, LINCOLN Lincoln WI Social Event Walk from the Grandstand to the Pyewipe for a casual social event.
FREE
www.thelincolnwi.co.uk
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND Arthur Swallow Antiques & Home Show From £5
www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk T 01522 522900
Saturday 9 August 10am – 4pm
Thursday 14 August 10.30am –11.30am
CASTLE SQUARE
Lincoln Antiques Market
Browse antiques, arts and collectables.
FREE
www.facebook.com/people/Castle -Square-Antiques-Market-Lincoln
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Summer Reading Challenge Activity –Garden Week
Make a fairy or pixie plant pot. FREE www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Friday 15 August 10am – 12pm
WHISBY NATURE PARK, LN6 9BW Wild Whisby Summer: Butterflies
Activities and crafts for families. Child £5, accompanying adults FREE www.lincstrust.org.uk
Friday 15 August 10.30am –11.30am
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Special Sensory Play Holiday Session Play session for babies and prewalkers.
FREE www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
16 August 9am – 3pm
Saturday 16 August 11am – 1pm
CASTLE SQUARE, LINCOLN Lincoln Farmers’ Market Browse fresh, local produce. FREE entry
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY, Adults Clothes Swap
Lincoln Sustainable Fashion Forum - Bring up to 5 preloved items of clothing, shoes or accessories to swap for new-toyou pieces reducing waste. FREE, more details online www.instagram.com/lincoln sustainablefashion
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Saturday 9 August –Sunday 10 August 10am – 5pm
LINCOLN CASTLE Dog Friendly Days Explore the castle with your dog. From FREE www.lincolncastle.com
Please note - if contact details are missing these are the same as the first listing.
Mondays 10am
Monday –Sunday Flexible times
ONE NK LEISURE CENTRE, NORTH HYKEHAM Wellbeing Walk Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
ADRIAN DIXON FITNESS STUDIO, LINCOLN Reformer Pilates One to One Improve posture, core strength and flexibility with personalised Reformer Pilates sessions. Adult £50
adriandixonfitness.com T 07940 400549
Mondays 10am –11.30am
BRACEBRIDGE HEATH VILLAGE HALL, LINCOLN Extra Time Hub
Multi-sport session aimed at helping people to stay fit and active in their retirement. £2 per session
www.lincolncityfoundation.com/ extratimehub T 07843 841997
Mondays 10.30am
Mondays 12.45pm
WHISBY NATURE PARK Whisby Visually Impaired Walk
Meet Natural World Centre. FREE
CLIFF HOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE, BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN. Wellbeing Walk Walk to Castle Square for 1pm. FREE
Mondays 1pm BLACK BULL, WELTON. Wellbeing Walk FREE
Mondays first & third of the month 1.30pm
THE ARK, NORTH HYKEHAM Music For Memory Singing group for people with memory problems with their carers. Free parking and refreshments included. Donation of £1.50 welcome lhoenes@virginmedia.com T 01522 262656 (Linda)
Mondays 4pm – 8pm
ST JOHN’S CHURCH, SUDBROOKE DRIVE, ERMINE, LN2 2EF Night Light Café
A safe space and a listening ear for anyone who is finding life difficult. FREE nightlight@actstrust.org.uk T 0300 011 1200
Mondays 4.30pm –5.30pm MOORLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE Moorland Youth Dance
Led by Amy O’Sullivan, expect a fun and energetic class suitable for ages 8 and up. FREE, young people must have consent to attend www.rootedarts.org.uk
Mondays 6.30pm –7.30pm
Mondays 7pm – 8pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Mind & Body Yoga
Start your week right with Emily for a 60-minute yoga class for the mind & body.. £8, book online www.emilywarrioryoga.com
BURTON ROAD METHODIST
CHURCH
RockFit
Classes combining dance fitness, cardio and toning with metal and rock music. Suitable for all .
£6
Facebook: RockFit with Loli www.rockfit.org.uk
Mondays Except Bank Holidays 7pm
Mondays 8pm – 11pm
LNER STADIUM, COMMUNITY HUB, SINCIL BANK, LINCOLN ANDYSMANCLUB
Talking group for men to end the stigma surrounding men’s mental health through conversation.
FREE
www.andysmanclub.co.uk
BRIDGE CENTRAL, PORTLAND STREET
Night Light Café
A safe space and a listening ear for anyone finding life difficult.
FREE
nightlight@actstrust.org.uk T 0300 011 1200
Tuesdays 1pm
Second Tuesday of the month 2pm
Tuesdays 4pm – 8pm
Tuesdays 7.30pm8.30pm
Wednesdays (2nd of every month)
Wednesdays 10am –11.30am
COMMUNITY HUB, EAST STREET, NETTLEHAM, LN2 2SL Wellbeing Walk
Suitable for all abilities. FREE
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE, CASTLE SQUARE The Historical Lincoln Wellbeing Walk Will include key information on Lincoln’s ancient past. FREE
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH, ADDISON DRIVE, LN2 4LH Night Light Café FREE nightlight@actstrust.org.uk T 0300 011 1200
DEAN’S LEISURE, LINCOLN COLLEGE Ultimate Frisbee Find out more https://linktr.ee/lincoln.ultimate
BOULTHAM PARK HOUSE CARE HOME, ROOKERY LANE, LINCOLN Boultham Sensory Stroll Meet at the back gate next to the park.
TESCO EXTRA COMMUNITY ROOM, WRAGBY ROAD, LINCOLN Gentle Hatha Yoga with Sam Equipment provided. £7, booking essential, subsidised places available www.peaceplacepeople.simply book.it
Wednesdays 1pm HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK Wellbeing Walk Meet outside Rangers’ office. FREE
Wednesdays 4pm – 11pm
First Wednesday of every Month 6.30pm –8pm
BAILGATE METHODIST CHURCH Night Light Café FREE nightlight@actstrust.org.uk T 0300 011 1200
CO-OP COMMUNITY HUB, LNER STADIUM, LINCOLN, LN5 8LD Let’s Talk
Peer-to-peer support group for men and women age 18+ providing a safe place to talk. FREE, no booking required, just turn up www.lincolncityfoundation.com
Wednesdays 7pm SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN RockFit
Classes combining dance fitness with metal and rock music.
Tuesdays 10am – 11.30am
SKELLINGTHORPE SCOUTS HUT, LINCOLN
Extra Time Hub
Multi-sport session aimed at helping people to stay fit and active in their retirement. Inclusive to all levels of fitness and skill £2 per session
www.lincolncityfoundation.com/ext ra timehub T 07305 095690
Wednesdays 7pm – 8pm
£6
Facebook: RockFit with Loli www.rockfit.org.uk
LNER STADIUM, LINCOLN, LN5 8LD Team Talk Football
Opportunity for men to come together and have a kick about after work. No studded boots. £3 www.lincolncityfoundation.com
Mondays 6.15pm –7.15pm
USHER GALLERY Yoga Hatha Flow
With BWY Yoga Guide, Amanda Greenwood. £7, please bring your own mat and blanket www.lincolnmuseum.com
T 01522 782040
Tuesdays 10.45am
YARBOROUGH LEISURE CENTRE, RISEHOLME ROAD, LINCOLN, Wellbeing Walk - Uphill Lincoln Meet in foyer.
FREE www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbein g-walks
Wednesdays 7pm –8.30pm
LNER STADIUM 3G, LINCOLN, LN5 8LD Women’s Walking Football
For everyone who wants to play football for longer, make new friends, and stay active. Sessions are coach-led. £3, 18+ only www.lincolncityfoundation.com
Please note - contact details missing from well-being walks are the same
Wednesdays 8pm
BIRCHWOOD BOILER HOUSE COMMUNITY HALL
Hapkido
Korean martial art of self-defence, fitness, relaxation, selfconfidence, traditional teaching.
£5
www.birchwood-communityhall.co.uk T 01522 730312
Thursdays 9am-10am
Thursdays 10am
THE BLUE ROOM, THE LAWN, LINCOLN Dance Fit with Nick A fun fitness class for all ability levels.
£5, all proceeds go to Ovarian Cancer Action.
www.lawnlincoln.com
T 01522 523548
ROSIE LEA’S CAFÉ, CHERRY WILLINGHAM, LN3 4JL Wellbeing Walk Suitable for all abilities. FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
Thursdays 10am
Thursdays (1st and 3rd of the month) 10am
Thursdays (1st and 3rd of the month) 10am
Thursdays 10am – 11am & 6pm – 7pm
VILLAGE HALL, MERE ROAD, WADDINGTON, LN5 9NX
Wellbeing Walk Suitable for all abilities. FREE
PENNELLS GARDEN CENTRE, SOUTH HYKEHAM, LN6 9NT
Wellbeing Walk Suitable for all abilities. FREE
VILLAGE HALL, BRANSTON, LN4 1NS
Wellbeing Walk Suitable for all abilities. FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks 01522 444632
LNER STADIUM 3G, LINCOLN, LN5 8LD Men’s Walking Football
For everyone who wants to play football for longer, make new friends, and stay active. Sessions are coach-led. £3, 18+ only www.lincolncityfoundation.com T 07305 095690
Thursdays 11am COMMUNITY CENTRE CAR PARK, LINCOLN ROAD, SKELLINGTHORPE, Wellbeing Walk Suitable for all abilities. FREE
Thursday (1st of the month) 12pm
Thursdays 12pm – 1pm
Thursdays - fourth of the month 1pm – 3pm
BAILGATE METHODIST CHURCH
Bailgate Buddies Dementia Café
A cuppa and company. Donations appreciated towards refreshments.
T 07825 855209 (Trisha)
Thursdays - fourth of the month 2pm – 4pm
COMMUNITY ROOM, TESCO EXTRA, WRAGBY ROAD, LINCOLN Lincoln Stroke Support Group
Support for stroke survivors, their families and caregivers.
T 07940 500540 (Jan) T 07796 103407 (Kathy) T 07889 968583 (Sue)
Thursdays 4pm – 11pm
Thursdays 7.30pm – 9pm
BREAKTHROUGH CENTRE, BOULTHAM PARK ROAD, LN6 7ST Night Light Café
A safe space and a listening ear. FREE
nightlight@actstrust.org.uk T 0300 011 1200
CUSTOM FITNESS GYM, DEAN ROAD, LINCOLN Hatha Yoga with Sam Easeful 90-minute class including breath practice and relaxation. Equipment provided. £10, booking essential, subsidised places available www.peaceplacepeople.simplybook.it
Fridays 10.30am
WHISBY NATURE PARK
Wellbeing Walk
Suitable for all abilities. FREE www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks 01522 444632
Fridays 1pm LEISURE CENTRE, BIRCHWOOD
Wellbeing Walk
Suitable for all abilities. FREE
Fridays 4pm – 8pm
Saturdays 9am
ENERGIZE YOUTH CENTRE, LARCHWOOD CRES, BIRCHWOOD Night Light Café
A safe space and a listening ear. FREE nightlight@actstrust.org.uk T 0300 011 1200
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
Saturdays 9am – 10am
LNER STADIUM 3G, LINCOLN, LN5 8LD Women’s Walking Football
For everyone who wants to play football for longer, make new friends, and stay active. Sessions are coach-led.
£3, 18+ only www.lincolncityfoundation.com T 07736 900343
Saturdays 10am
BIRCHWOOD BOILER HOUSE COMMUNITY HALL
Moving Meditation/ Mindfulness
Combines the benefits of yoga, Tai Chi, and Zen.
£5, www.birchwood-communityhall.co.uk
Saturdays 8pm – 11pm
THE SALTHOUSE, FREE SCHOOL LANE, LINCOLN, LN2 1EY Night Light Café
A safe space and a listening ear. FREE nightlight@actstrust.org.uk T 0300 011 1200
Sundays 10am – 11am
THE ABORETUM, LINCOLN Ultimate Frisbee
Fridays
NETTLEHAM VILLAGE HALL, BROOKFIELD AVENUE, LN2 2SS Nettleham Sensory Stroll Suitable for all abilities. FREE
LNER STADIUM, LINCOLN, LN5 8LD Team Talk Football
Opportunity for men to come together and have a kick about after work. No studded boots. £2, booking not required www.lincolncityfoundation.com
Thursdays 12.30pm –2pm
AGE UK, 36 PARK STREET, LINCOLN, Bring Me Sunshine Dementia-friendly singing group,. Cuppas and cakes included. £3.50, must be accompanied by a carer or loved one T 03455 564 144
Until 29 August 8am – 9am
DODDINGTON HALL Yoga on the Lawn Outdoor sessions suitable for all skill levels. Wear layers and bring yoga mat and blanket. £8 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 about and discuss permaculture . FREE
mintlanecic@gmail.com www.mintlanecafe.com
Fridays 10am –11.30am
THE YMCA SHOWROOM, Gentle Hatha Yoga Equipment provided. £10, subsidised places available, booking essential www.peaceplacepeople.simplybook.it
Sundays 3.30pm –5pm
Discover and play – new members (beginners and experienced) welcome . Find out more https://linktr.ee/lincoln.ultimate
CUSTOM FITNESS GYM, DEAN ROAD, LINCOLN Hatha Yoga with Sam Easeful 90-minute class including breath practice and relaxation. Equipment provided. £10, subsidised places available, booking essential www.peaceplacepeople simplybook.it
Alternate Sundays 6pm – 9pm
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH, BRACEBRIDGE HEATH, LN4 2LD Night Light Café
A safe space and a listening ear. FREE nightlight@actstrust.org.uk
T 0300 011 1200
Tuesday 8 July 12.30pm
Wednesday 9 July 7pm –8.30pm
Saturday 12 & 26 July 10am
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL The Mindful Mile Join Vic from Green Synergy to explore how nature can reconnect us to a greater sense of ease. FREE www.lincolncathedral.com
ONLINE VIA ZOOM Lincoln Action for Happiness Group FREE www.actionforhappiness.org/groups/ lincoln-0
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK WOODLAND, LINCOLN Dance Free in the Woods (Silent Disco) Free-movement dance in nature with uplifting through to calm beats.
FREE to residents of Birchwood, Hartsholme and Doddington Park www.wedancefree.com T 0771 9505844
Wednesday 16 July
Sundays 20 July & 3 August 10am –
Wednesday 23 July 6.30pm
Fridays 25 July & 12 August
Tuesdays 29 July & 8 August 10am – 2pm
DODDINGTON HALL Wilder Safari Guided walk exploring Doddington’s rewilding project. £30
www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
SOUTH COMMON, LINCOLN Dance Free at Sunset Pay what you can www.wedancefree.com T 0771 9505844
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Imagination Gaming Summer Holiday Health Activities Sessions include games and a healthy lunch.
FREE for all school aged children and young people entitled to free school meals or have special educational needs or disabilities interest@imaginationgaming.co.uk T 07943 682456
Rob charts fans’ imp-act
HAVING been elected on to the board of Lincoln City FC twice Rob Bradley is in the unique position to give readers a behind-the-scenes look at how a football club is run.
As he explains his two experiences were very different but both chart the evolution of the Imps and the involvement of fans in the running of the gameulitmately leading to the Football Governance Bill currently going through Parliament.
Imposter is available from Lindum Books on Bailgate, Waterstones and online through Amazon.
REVIEW BY ROB WHITE
LONG-STANDING IMPS SEASON TICKET HOLDER
“PROJECTED expenditure exceeds forecast income each season”.
The above is a quote from Rob Bradley’s book, Imposter, and it underlines the serious pressure facing many football clubs. It particularly applies to those in the lower echelons of the English Football League, and the author’s (with management colleagues) somewhat arduous and occasionally highly challenging journey toward establishing club success and stability.
Imposter is a comprehensive account of Rob’s experiences over a lifetime as a Lincoln City (The Imps) fan, and particularly the past 25 years as a Fan Elected Director, Board Member, and Chairman of the club.
These experiences have ranged from the depth-plumbing despair of almost going out of business, to the incredible highs of championships, FA Cup runs, and Wembley appearances.
The book’s cleverly chosen title alludes to the conundrum which faced Rob as a true
Wednesday 6 August 7pm
Tuesday 12 August 12.30pm
SKELLINGTHORPE WOOD Walk: Skellingthorpe Wood Hosted by Gainsborough Area Group and The Woodland Trust. £20
FREE
www.lincstrust.org.uk
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL The Mindful Mile Join Alexandra Foxley Wood as you explore the joys of urban wildlife watching.
FREE
www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
ONLINE VIA ZOOM
Wednesday 13 August 7pm – 8.30pm
Lincoln Action for Happiness Group A friendly monthly group for adults to learn about the 10 Keys to Happier Living and connect with others.
FREE
www.actionforhappiness.org/groups/ lincoln-0
Imps fan set against his honest self assessment of his ability to deliver a position which might be viewed as “beyond his comfort zone”. Rob is consistently self-effacing throughout the book in respect of his own perceived status in relation to the lofty Imps management roles he has delivered over a long period, although it soon becomes clear to the reader that he has a wealth of business experience to draw upon to assist.
There are many heart-warming and humorous examples of the “ordinary bloke” in the club chairman role (among others), none more so than the book’s opening passage which sets out Rob’s ‘regular fan reaction’ to a questionable refereeing decision, an aberration which provided a steep learning curve. Imposter is very neatly structured, based on a full Imps’ season (2023-24), which is presented on a month-by-month basis, highlighting memorable moments which are sure to resonate with Imps fans. In-between each month’s account the reader is provided with a short profile of a character which Rob considers has positively impacted the club’s fortunes in
one way or another over the years – several interesting surprises appear in these sections.
And throughout the whole book the reader is occasionally taken on excursions back in time across 25 years of turbulent difficulties while also recounting many examples of what most Imps fans will remember as extremely special moments. This book will carry significant appeal to Imps fans everywhere. Potentially its resonance might be greatest among a certain age group (i.e. those such as myself that have been watching the team for a very long time) but younger readers will also enjoy the book, as will football fans in general and even Lincoln residents without a particular passion for football, but with a general local interest in the city. And, who knows, it might even inspire an interest from potential future communitybased club ‘influencers’.