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The Asylum Players Review and Preview
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Lincoln’s Asylum Players have had a busy run up to the festive season staging Shakespeare’s Macbeth in November and also producing their own version of the Christmas story.
Rebecca Poole reviews and previews the productions respectively on this page and will be offering a sneak peak at the Players’ 2025 Season in our January issue
LINCOLN Community Night School Enthusiastic Theatre
Company (LCNSETC) return with another disastrous Christmas production this December bringing The Nativity to the stage with an hilarious twist!
Fortunately, the LCNSETC is a fictional group created by the very capable Asylum Players, Lincoln’s Blue Room in-house theatre company.
“It’s kind of the opposite of panto where the actors play everything as straight as possible while the set falls apart, everything goes wrong, the costumes are terrible and people fall off the stage, but they try and keep going throughout,” explained Stephen Gillard, Artistic Director of The Blue Room and Asylum Players.
Fresh, twisted sell-out of the Scottish play
BEING transported back 100 years to a 1920s speakeasy might not be something you’d associate with Macbeth, but the Asylum Players’ latest production managed just that.
Immersive from the beginning, audiences stepping into Lincoln’s Blue Room were greeted with singing, dancing and drinking in an exciting Peaky Blinders-inspired experience.
Stephen Gillard, Artistic Director of The Blue Room and Asylum Players explained that Macbeth is a violent and fasterpaced Shakespeare play, apt for this gritty adaptation: “The seediness and nastiness of Peaky Blinders lends itself to the Macbeth set up.
“I wanted to make it out-of-time so it wasn’t beholden to the 1920s in terms of its music. Peaky Blinders doesn’t use 1920s music, it’s all quite rock or bluesy and I wanted to do that kind of heavy feel to it but with the 1920s vibe in it too.”
Alluring dancers begin before the play starts, accompanied by postmodern classics performed by a live band in the magnificent setting of The Blue Room.
The impressive cast, the largest the Asylum Players has ever used in the venue, dazzle with their never-seen-before take on Shakespeare, complete with stunning period costumes and set dressing, teleporting onlookers to the smoky underground clubs of 1924.
The whole show with its unique premise just works. Jordan Shiel’s emotion-filled Macbeth performance is complemented perfectly by Laura Turner’s powerful Lady Macbeth, as the couple descend further into madness.
Tormented by Charlotte Orr, Rachel Pick and Emily Hodgson as The Weird Sisters, the characters navigate through a haunted world, as everyone is drawn in by the danger and seduction of the witches – audience included.
The uneasy atmosphere is broken up by the much-needed comic relief of Jerry Smith’s Porter, who performed the part exceptionally, before the witches’ creepy giggles pull you back into the eery world Gillard has created.
Macbeth is one of those plays that many people study at school, but with this intriguing, twisted, fresh take on Shakespeare’s classic, it’s no wonder it was a sold-out run.
Stephen wrote the sketch as a warm-hearted take on his own experiences of the Bible stories at Christmas, following the success of last year’s A Christmas Carol (Catastrophe).
“It’s just about the LCNSETC attempting to put on the greatest story ever told, the birth and life of Jesus Christ, with seven very poor actors and a terrible donkey costume.”
Performances of The Nativity (Nightmare) will take place on December 13-14 and 20-21. See listings on page 20 for ticket details.
THE LAWN CAFÉ
Our menu is crafted using the finest locally sourced ingredients, offering a variety of dishes to satisfy any palate.
From traditional breakfasts and light bites, to afternoon teas, seasonal specials, and hearty evening meals.
Until Thursday 19 December Various times
Until Monday 23 December
Various times
Until Monday 23 December 4pm – 9pm
CHURCH OF ST MARY MAGDALENE, BAILGATE, LINCOLN Advent Wreath Festival
A display of wreaths all created by the local community.
Donations invited www.stmarym.org.uk
DODDINGTON HALL & GARDENS
Christmas at Doddington
Soak up the seasonal atmosphere in a 400-year-old plus family home. £15, child £8.50, u3s FREE www.doddingtonhall.com
T 01522 694308
LINCOLN CASTLE
Lincoln Castle Illuminated
Enjoy the Illuminated Wall Walk, snow machine, fairground rides, food and drink, plus a miniChristmas Express train ride.
Adult £11.50, Conc. £10.50, child £6.50 www.lincolncastle.com T 01522 782019
Thursdays 5,15 & 19 December 5pm – 7pm
Tuesday 3 December 7.30pm
Tuesday 3 DecemberTuesday 24 December 10-4pm
Wednesday 4 December 6pm
Until Tuesday 24 December 11am-5pm
Until Friday
3 January
Any time
Until Sunday 5 January 10am – 5pm (11am – 4pm on Sundays)
WATERSIDE SHOPPING CENTRE, LINCOLN
Santa’s Grotto
Lincoln’s only city centre Santa experience!
£6 per child, book online www.watersideshopping.com
T 01522 529566
CITYWIDE
Lincoln Christmas Lights Trail
Follow the map to track down displays.
FREE
www.lincolnbig.co.uk
T 01522 545233
HARDING HOUSE GALLERY, STEEP HILL, LINCOLN
A Christmas Cracker
Wonderful gift ideas from multiple invited artists.
info@hardinghousegallery.co.uk
T 01522 523537
Wednesday 4 December 7.30pm
Wednesday 4 December 7.30pm –9.30pm
Thursday 5 December 10am – 12.30pm
City’s cool
GET ready for a frosty, festive adventure as Lincoln Ice Adventure takes over the city in December 7-8.
The ice trail will follow a magical story that reveals how Santa came to be stuck in Lincoln.
Families can discover clues to help Santa complete his journey in time for Christmas by finding each of the 16 different ice sculptures, designed and produced by Ice Box, scattered across the city.
Visitors can also take in the festive lights, decorations, and unique shopping experiences along the trail. Local bars, restaurants, and shops will be open for visitors to enjoy seasonal treats, warm drinks, and holiday shopping throughout the weekend.
This year, Thor’s Tipi, Turtle Bay, the White Hart Hotel, Lincoln Castle and Taylor Lindsey have all sponsored an ice sculpture. A live ice-carving demonstration of the infamous Lincoln Imp will also be taking place from 12 noon until 3pm on both days at St Paul in the Bail.
There will also be a gluhwein stall in Castle Square, a carousel in Castle Hill car park along with a Makers Market in the
UPHILL LINCOLN
Late Shopping
Visit the independent shops and eateries amid the seasonal atmosphere of Bailgate/Steep Hill. Free car parking available in uphill car parks using the app.
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
Bublé Christmas by Candlelight
From £25
www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Crowscendo End of the year exhibition Free www.indigocrowgallery.com
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Movie Night: Elf (PG) Think blankets, sofas, fairy lights, Christmas drinks and popcorn. £7, £5 conc, book online www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Christmas by Candlelight West End cast and live band perform favourite Christmas hits. From £25
www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND BeVox Christmas Concert 2024 Adult £10, child £5
www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
T 01522 522900
ST SWITHIN’S COMMUNITY CENTRE, CROFT STREET, LINCOLN, LN2 5AZ Wreath Making Workshop
Adult £28.70, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
Thursday 5 December 7.15pm
Friday 6 December –Sunday 5 January Various Times
Friday
6 December 10am –12.30pm
THE GRANDSTAND, CARHOLME ROAD Lincoln WI Craft market, featuring local crafters and different Christmas gifts.
FREE
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Snow White Panto magic for all the family. £28, child £25, 65+ £25 www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
01522 51999
BOULTHAM PARK
Wreath Making Workshop
Adult £28.70, Booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk
T 01522 873735
ice trail
Exchequergate area from 10am until 6pm on both days.
Entertainment will come from SoundLINCS Choir, Boston Rock Choir, Lincoln Ukulele Band, Annie Griffith community choirs, City of Lincoln Band and the Fire & Rescue Band, Guiding Sparks and Aura Performances. The weekend has been organised by the City of Lincoln Council’s Events in Lincoln team.
Cllr Joshua Wells, Portfolio Holder for Inclusive Economic Growth at City of Lincoln Council, said: “The Lincoln Ice Adventure aims to bring together families, businesses, and our local community to celebrate the magic of the season.
“For this reason, we’re grateful, as always, to our sponsors for getting involved in this event and helping to spread the joy of Christmas.
“We’re thrilled to offer this interactive experience alongside the city’s beautiful Christmas lights, illuminations, and festive entertainment, all of which we hope highlights the wonderful shops, dining spots, and unique local businesses Lincoln has to offer.”
For details about the Lincoln Ice Adventure sponsorship opportunities contact events@lincoln.gov.uk.
Friday 6 December 5pm – 7pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Commuter Jazz: Christmas Special
Enjoy a glass of wine and a pizza listening to a new artist every other Friday.
£8, pay-on-the-door
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
Friday 6 December 6.30 - 9pm
Friday 6 December 6.45pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Make and Be Merry
Join Kay of Fabric corner for Christmas crafting, festive snacks and bubbles.
£30
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight
Unwrap the ultimate holiday treat with this concert.
From £21
www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
LINCOLN CITY CENTRE & UPHILL
Saturday 7 December –Sunday 8 December
Saturday 7 December –Sunday 8 December
Saturday 7 December 10am – 4pm
Saturday 7 December & Sunday 8 December 10am – 12.30pm & 1.30pm – 4pm
Saturday 7 December 10.30am –3.30pm
The Lincoln Ice Trail
A magical event of impressive ice sculptures and festive activities in the heart of the city celebrating the Christmas season.
FREE
www.lincoln.gov.uk
01522 881188
Saturday 7 December 2pm – 4pm
WATERSIDE SHOPPING CENTRE, LINCOLN
Giant Snow Globe
Take a festive picture inside the giant snow globe!
FREE
www.watersideshopping.com
T 01522 529566
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Needle Felted 3D Snowman with Robyn Smith
£80, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
VISITOR CENTRE, HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK, LN6 0EY Wreath Making Workshop Adult £28.70, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE
Wartime Christmas Crafts
Find out how children and adults in WW2 celebrated the Christmas season. FREE www.internationalbcc.co.uk T 01522 514755
EARTHLINCS, INVOLVE CENTRE, MINT LANE, LINCOLN, LN1 1UD Mint Lane Christmas Market
Festive decorations and cards. earthlincs@gmail.com www.earthlincs.co.uk
Saturday 7 December 6.30pm
Saturday 7 December 6.45pm
THE ENGINE SHED, LINCOLN Christmas Party
Bring your family, friends or colleagues and dance the night away! Includes a festive buffet, arrival drink, DJ & more. £50 per person, 18+ only www.engineshed.co.uk
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Viennese Christmas Spectacular
Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies of Johann Strauss, Tchaikovsky and more. From £21 www.lincolncathedral.com
Sunday
8 December 10am – 4pm
Monday 9 December 10am – 12.30pm & 1.30pm – 4pm
INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE Craft & Makers’ Market
Artisan foods, unique crafts and arts available to sample. FREE www.internationalbcc.co.uk T 01522 514755
VISITOR CENTRE, HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK, LN6 0EY Garland Making Workshop
Learn what foliage to use, how to assemble and how to care for the garland. Adult £28.70, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk T 01522 873735
Tuesday 10 December –
Wednesday 11 December 7pm
Wednesday 11 December 1.30pm – 3pm
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Carols by Candlelight Popular carols performed by Lincoln Cathedral Choir in the candle-lit nave. From £10.78 www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
HILLSIDE GARDEN, LINCOLN Carols on the Garden Monks Abbey School Choir and Nettleham Community Choir lead the singing. FREE, light refreshments available www.greensynergy.org.uk
T 01522 533077
Wednesday 11 December 7pm – 9pm
Thursday 12 December –
Sunday 15 December
Various times
INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE Adult Wreathmaking Workshop
Create a homemade Christmas wreath which brings nature into your home. Tickets include all materials, refreshments. £35, booking essential. www.internationalbcc.co.uk
T 01522 514755
ST MARY LE WIGFORD CHURCH & ST MARY’S GUILDHALL, LINCOLN Medieval Christmas Market
Artisan crafts in two historical locations with a traditional atmosphere, music, and festive cheer. FREE www.travellinghistoricmarket.co.uk
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE
Saturday 14 December 10am – 4pm
Saturday 14 December 10am – 2pm
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND
The Festive Makers’ Market
Over 100 makers, bakers, creators, and independent small businesses.
FREE
www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
T 01522 522900
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Festive Fun
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the library! Enjoy tombola, children’s crafts, refreshments and meet Bear & Bentley from the Pets as Therapy team.
FREE
Thursday 12 December –Saturday 21 December
Various times
The Snow Queen Gerda’s quest to save her best friend Kai from the clutches of the frosty Snow Queen. Various prices
www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk T 01522 837600
Thursday 12 December 10.30am – 12pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Christmas Craft Workshop Festive paper crafting workshop using recycled books and music score sheets. FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Thursday 12 December – Saturday 14 December 2.30pm & 7pm
Fridays 13 & 20
December –Saturdays 14 & 21
December 7pm – 10pm
Saturday 14 December 11am, 1.30pm, 3pm, 7pm & 8.30pm Sunday 15 December
6pm & 7.30pm
Saturday 14 December 11.30am1.30pm
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM, LINCOLN
Sherlock Holmes & the Christmas Carol Caper! £18.50, Conc. £16, child £13 www.betterboxoffice.co.uk/terryo-toole-theatre T 0333 335 5055
THE BLUE ROOM AT THE LAWN, UNION ROAD, LINCOLN
The Nativity (Nightmare) £63, includes 3-course Christmas dinner with a glass of fizz on arrival.
www.lawnlincoln.com/the-blueroom T 07765 854025. See page 13 for preview.
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
The Snowman with Live Orchestra
A special screening of The Snowman in the Nave, with a live orchestra and cathedral chorister. From £10.26 www.lincolncathedral.com T 01522 561600
INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE
Children’s Wreathmaking Workshop
Create a wreath for Christmas with the Learning Team. £7, booking essential www.internationalbcc.co.uk T 01522 514755
Saturday 14 December –
Sunday 15 December 10am – onwards
BROADBENT THEATRE, WICKENBY Santa’s Grotto
Each child receives a quality gift and parents can take a photo at no extra charge, plus meet the cast of The Snow Queen.
£10 per child
www.broadbenttheatre.org
T 0300 400 0101
Saturday 14 December 11am – 3pm
Saturday 14 December 2pm – 4pm
www.better.org.uk/library/lincol nshire/lincoln-central-library
T 01522 782010
WATERSIDE SHOPPING CENTRE, LINCOLN Reindeers
Visit the reindeers before their busiest night of the year – in Lincoln for one day only!
T 01522 529566
EARTHLINCS, INVOLVE CENTRE, MINT LANE, LINCOLN, LN1 1UD
Christmas
End of year social. Bring food to share.
earthlincs@gmail.com www.earthlincs.co.uk
Saturday 14 December 3pm
THE GRANDSTAND, CARHOLME ROAD
Christmas Charity Concert Lincoln WI and the City of Lincoln Brass Band Free for everyone - but email for tickets as numbers are limited thelincolnwi@gmail.com
Saturday 14 December 7pm
ST HILARY’S CHURCH, SPRIDLINGTON, LINCOLN Cabra Singers
Local choir presents a lively concert of Christmas carols and songs.
£8 includes mulled wine and mince pies T 01673 861698
Sunday 15 December 1pm – 4pm
Sunday 15 December 7pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Gelli Plate Cards, Gift Tags and Mounted Prints with Lisa Tank £40, book online www.indigocrowgallery.com
SOUTHSIDE, Southside’s Christmas Carol Sing-a-long Sing along to favourite carols with members of Lincoln Chorale, led by Mark Wilde. Pay what you feel on the door www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
Monday 16 December – Tuesday 17 December 7.30pm
THE BLUE ROOM AT THE LAWN, UNION ROAD, LINCOLN
Christmas Cabaret
Performances from members of the Asylum Players and the students of Jo Leah Theatre Arts will ring in the festive season. £12, Conc. £10 www.lawnlincoln.com/the-blueroom T 07765 854025
Tuesday 17 December
7.30pm
Thursday 19 December 6.45pm
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance Christmas
Carol Concert
Music and readings - includes Scunthorpe Co-operative Junior Choir, the Octangle. Hosted by former BBC Radio Lincoln shire presenter Melvyn Prior.
From £11.55 www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Movie Night: Bad Santa (15)
Think blankets, sofas, fairy lights, Christmas themed drinks and popcorn – perfect for a festive movie night filled with laughter. Book online www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
Tuesday 3 December 7pm
Thursday 5 December 6.45pm
Thursday 5 December 7pm
Friday 6 December 7pm
Saturday 7 December 7pm
Monday 9 December –
Tuesday 10 December
6.30pm
Friday 13 December 7pm
ENGINE SHED, LINCOLN Shed Seven
From £37.50, 14+ only
www.engineshed.co.uk
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Cosy Classical: Richard Decker & Danny Murphy Bellot Ensemble explores love by candelight
£10, book online
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
LINCOLN ARTS CENTRE Dystopian Hope
£3
www.lincolnartscentre.co.uk
T 01522 837600
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Vigilantes £12, 14+ only
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
THE DRILL, LINCOLN The Luke Combs Experience £20
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Lambstail Youth Theatre
Present: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
Saturday 21 December 2pm & 7pm
Monday 23 December 10am – 11.30am
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols
Annual performance of this festive favourite performed by the Lincoln Cathedral voices and harpist Thea Maund, conducted by Aric Prentice, the cathedral’s Director of Music. £15, child £7.50.
7pm performance £30 includes wine, canapes and lantern-light tour.
www.lincolncathedral.com
T 01522 561600
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK Christmas Crafts
Make decorations out of all sorts of materials in time for the big day.
Child £4, all must be accompanied by an adult, booking essential hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk
T 01522 873735
Saturday 28 December 9.30am, 10.40am & 11.50am
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Trainmaster Lincolnshire Twixmas Party
Indoor stay and play with hands-on track and trains, rideon trains, Thomas coasters, baby corner and more. A tuck shop will be available for refreshments.
£7.50 child, FREE adult, one-hour sessions www.better.org.uk/library/lincolns hire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Saturday 4 January 2025 2pm – 4pm
EARTHLINCS, INVOLVE CENTRE, MINT LANE, LINCOLN, LN1 1UD Christmas Recycle
The average amount spent on an unwanted gift is £41. The most unpopular gifts are soap, bath bombs and moisturisers. Sell yours at this bring and buy of unwanted gifts. earthlincs@gmail.com www.earthlincs.co.uk
£8, £6 conc, book online www.southsidelincs.com
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Blue Rose Code
At the edge of contemporary altfolk, £12, book online
www.southsidelincs.com
Saturday 14 December 7pm
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN The Smiths UTD
Authentic, enthusiastic tribute. £12, book online
www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
Saturday 21 December 7pm –11.30pm
Saturday 21 December 7.30pm
Sunday 22 December 7pm
Friday 10 January 8pm
Saturday 11 January 7pm
SAXILBY VILLAGE HALL
Bowie
Paul Henderson from Stars in their Eyes, with Joanna Stone. Tickets £10, available from M R Poole’s or by telephone T 07719 961661 (Sue)
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Quo Connection
£18, 14+ only
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
THE DRILL, LINCOLN George Michael Legacy
£20, 14+ only
www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Daniel O’Reilly: Out of Character
£30, 16+ only
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Viva La Rave: Sober
January Special All the magic of a night of dancing without the hangover. www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
Saturday 11 January 7.30pm
18 December 7pm – 10pm
Southside’s Jam Night Sharpen your performing skills and make contacts. All welcome. FREE
www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
Friday 20 Decemb er 6.45pm
SOUTHSIDE, LINCOLN Movie Night: Silent Running (U) Sci-fi classic shown in collaboration with Lincoln’s Climate Action Festival 2024 Book online
www.southsidelincs.com
Sunday 12 January 2pm
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN The Fleetwood Mac Legacy
£29.50
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN The Nutcracker – The Royal Ballet and Opera Cinema Screening
From £19, conc. from £16
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
Wednesday 15 January 2pm
NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN Funny Girl – Screening
From £9
www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk
T 01522 51999
Until Sunday
5 January 10am – 5pm (11am – 4pm on Sundays)
Until Sunday
5 January 2025 10am – 4pm
Mondays 7 - 9pm
HARDING HOUSE GALLERY, STEEP HILL, LINCOLN A Christmas Cracker
Wonderful gift ideas from multiple invited artists. info@hardinghousegallery.co.uk T 01522 523537
USHER GALLERY
Lincolnshire Artists’ Society Exhibition
Majority of works will be for sale. FREE
www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
UPSTAIRS AT THE CARDINAL’S HAT Draw & Drink
Two- hour 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 –Mondays until March 2025 10am – 4pm
Thursdays 10am –12.30pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Life Drawing
Class guided by local artist Tom Humby. Materials provided. Adult £8, Con£6, Book online www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
USHER GALLERY
Norton Disney Dodecahedron FREE
www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
VILLAGE HALL, CARLTON-LEMOORLAND, LN5 9HP
Carlton-le-Moorland and District Art Group
Informal and friendly group meeting. New members of any ability from beginners to experienced are welcome. T 01522 810739
Thursdays 2pm – 3pm
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
USHER GALLERY
Thursdays 6pm – 8pm
Monday 16 December – Saturday 28 December 9am
3 December –24 December
closed
Monday 9 December 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 4 December 10am –3.30pm
Friday 6 December 4.30pm
Friday 6 December 7.30pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Wet Felted Tiger Portrait
£85
www.indigocrowgallery.com
WATERSTONES, LINCOLN A Signing with Oliver Jeffers
Meet the writer and illustrator with his latest book Where to Hide a Star.
£14.99 (includes book)
www.waterstones.com
T 01522 540011
THE VENUE CINEMA, BISHOP
GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY
Film: L’Innocent (France 2022. Cert 15)
Caper movie about the things we will – and won’t – do for love. Season ticket holders only www.lincolnfilmsociety.com T 01522 889782 (after 5pm)
Saturday 7 December 12pm – 2pm
Life Drawing Classes
Relaxed tutored evening sessions suitable for all skill levels, £11, Conc. £9 www.lincolnmuseum.com
T 01522 782040
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY The Gallery
Photographic exhibition by Lincoln Camera Club. Vote for your favourite picture. FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/ lincoln-central-library
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Crowscendo: A Celebration of Art Artwork from the resident Indigo Crow artists. FREE
www.indigocrowgallery.com
Saturday 7 December 12.30pm –3.30pm
Monday 9 December 7 - 9pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Write Note
Express yourself in this open mic session, where creativity takes centre stage.
FREE, no booking required www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire /lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
USHER GALLERY LAS Pop-Up Residency: Emily Cartwright Origami and paper manipulation experiments
www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
UPSTAIRS AT THE CARDINAL’S HAT Draw & Drink - Portraits Bring own materials.
£15
www.facebook.com/lincolndrawdrink T 07810 835147
Tuesday 10 December 5pm – 7pm
Saturday 14 December 12.30pm –3.30pm
USHER GALLERY Usher Young Creatives
Give your feedback while enjoying some free pizza! Share your ideas for future plans within the UYC.
To join the UYC group, email ushergallery@lincolnshire.gov.uk
USHER GALLERY LAS Pop-Up Residency: Jeanette Killner
Jeanette will be working on a 3D dodecahedron.
FREE www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
Tuesday 7 January –Sunday 19 January (closed Mondays) 10am – 4pm
Saturday 11 January 10.30am –1.30pm
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Art for Less: January Sale Extravaganza
Exhibition of discounted artwork from the Indigo Crow resident artists.
FREE www.indigocrowgallery.com
INDIGO CROW GALLERY, 57 BURTON ROAD, LINCOLN Express Yourself: Rude Pottery Plates £55 www.indigocrowgallery.com
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Tuesday 10 December 7 - 9pm
UPSTAIRS AT THE CARDINAL’S HAT Figurative Clay Workshop All materials provided. £15
www.facebook.com/lincolndrawdrink T 07810 835147
Lincolnshire Artists’ Society exhibit.
Friday 6 December 11am
VISITOR CENTRE COURTYARD, BRANSBY HORSES, BRANSBY, LINCOLN
Donkey Talk & Tour
Meet the donkey herds, learn more about these magnificent equines and the specialist care they receive.
FREE
www.bransbyhorses.co.uk 01427 788464
UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN
Tue 13 May - 5.30pm - 8pm
BOOK riseholme.ac.uk
01522 304600 Join us for an
Sat 8 Feb - 10am - 1pm Sat 29 Mar - 10am - 1pm Sat 14 Jun - 10am - 1pm
Mondays 10am – 3pm
Saturday 7 December 9am – 3pm
Wednesday 11 December 10am – 1pm
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Futures For You Drop In The National Careers Service offers free, impartial information, advice and guidance to anyone 19+ on preparing for and gaining new employment.
Free
www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshir e/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
Mondays & Fridays 2pm – 3pm
Wednesdays 4pm – 4.45pm
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/lincolnshire /lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Lego Coding Club Engage in STEM with Lego. FREE, booking essential via email lincoln_library@gll.org T 01522 782010
Thursday 12 December 6.30pm –9.30pm
Undergraduate Open Day
Discover what it’s like to live and study in Lincoln. FREE, booking required www.lincoln.ac.uk
T 01522 882000
JEWS’ COURT, STEEP HILL, LINCOLN LN2 1LS
Society for Lincolnshire History and Archaeology Craft workshop - create Diorama and 3D creative cards inspired by imagery of historic Lincolnshire
£8.50, pre-booking essential www.slha.org.uk
INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE
Battle of Britain Spitfire Ace
IBCC Lecture & Supper Series -The life and loss of one of the few, Flt Lt William Henry Nelson DFC. Evening starts with a hot buffet supper.
£16
www.internationalbcc.co.uk
T 01522 514755
Thursday 12 December 7.30pm
ROBERT HARDY BUILDING, BISHOP GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY
Nick Martin – Journeys through Wild Wales
A naturalist on a mission to enthuse as many people as possible about wildlife and the great outdoors.
£5, RSPB member £4, child FREE, pay-on-the-door www.lincolnrspb.org.uk T 01522 753809
Thursday 12 December 7.30pm
BY ZOOM
Society for Lincolnshire History & Archaeology
Medieval Brick Buildings by Dr James Wright FSA of Triskele Heritage. On encountering radical new ideas in building from the German, Dutch and Baltic states, English architecture was never quite the same again. Brick as a highstatus building material. used almost exclusively by elite patrons. Looks at some brick buildings in Lincolnshire.
Admission by donation through www.slha.org.uk
Wednesday 18 December 11am
VISITOR CENTRE COURTYARD, BRANSBY HORSES, BRANSBY, LINCOLN
Donkey Talk & Tour
Second Wednesday every month
7.15pm
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)
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
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
Wednesday 8 January 7.30pm
Meet the donkey herds, learn more about these magnificent equines and the specialist care they receive.
FREE
www.bransbyhorses.co.uk 01427 788464
ST HUGH’S HALL, MONKS ROAD, LINCOLN
Society for Lincolnshire History and Archaeology
Town Planning in Lincoln, 192039: A tool for social engineering presented by Rob Wheeler £4, SLHA Members £3 www.slha.org.uk
Tuesday 14 January 4pm – 7pm
LINCOLN COLLEGE Open Day
Giving prospective students, along with family and friends, a chance to look around and get a better idea of what college life is like.
FREE
Register to attend www.lincolncollege.ac.uk
T 01522 876000
Until Friday 1 January 2027
9am – 12pm
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
10am – 12pm
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
10am – 2.30pm
Mondays 10.30am11.30am
HIGH STREET, LINCOLN Murder Mystery Experience
Explore Lincoln like never before with this cutting-edge mobile app as your trusty guide. Trek through town, crack codes and gather clues to solve the mystery. From £15 per team, 2-6 players per group www.im-puzzled.co.uk T 077514 02047
ST GILES METHODIST CHURCH Coffee Morning Monday – Craft Morning. Wednesday – Bacon Rolls. Friday – Toast bar & 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 www.better.org.uk/library/ lincolnshire/lincoln-centrallibrary T 01522 782010
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 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
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 07590 123908 (Danielle)
Saturdays 10am TOBY CARVERY, ST MARKS, LINCOLN
Lincoln Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club
If you are a military veteran or still serving, come along to meet like-minded people for a breakfast and banter. www.afvbc.net
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY
Saturdays 10am– 3pm
Saturdays 10am – 1pm
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/linco lnshire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Craft Club
Interactive kids’ craft workshop creating simple art to complex pieces. FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincoln shire/lincoln-central-library T 01522 782010
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND
Friday 13 December 5.30pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Spanish Night
Delicious tapas and the lively beats of La Pata Loca Collective playing Spanish classics throughout the evening and award-winning salsa instructor Justyna heating up the dancefloor! From £25 www.southsidelincs.com
T 01522 437942
Sunday 15 December 9.30am –2.30pm
Sunday 15 December 10am – 2pm
THE ENGINE SHED, LINCOLN The Lincoln Record Fair Over 100-tables of vinyl records in one room.
Admission £2 on-the-door, Under 16s Free www.engineshed.co.uk
T 07587 103047
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND Toy Collectors’ Fair 200-table trove of collectables, from Corgi and Hornby to SciFi, Star Wars, film and TV related items.
£3.50, seniors £3, u15s FREE www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
T 01522 522900
Tuesday 17 December 6.30pm
Wednesday 18 December 11am
THE DRILL, LINCOLN Butterfly Club
Accessible club night for adults with additional needs and their carers.
£5, carer FREE www.lincolndrill.co.uk
T 01522 534160
INTERNATIONAL BOMBER
COMMAND CENTRE
Service to Commemorate the 85th Anniversary of Heligoland Bight To mark the ditching of an RAF Wellington into Loch Ness.. This will be broadcast live on the internet fo those not able to attend.
Free, no need to book. www.internationalbcc.co.uk
T 01522 514755
Friday 20 December 10am – 11am
VISITOR CENTRE, HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK, LN6 0EY Toddler Time
Tuesday 3 December 9am – 4pm
Arthur Swallow Antiques & Home Show
For collectors, interior designers, set-designers, prop buyers, and those passionate about creating stylish living.
£5
Sunday 29 December 8.30am – 3pm
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
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND
Thursdays 10.30am –11.30am
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY 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
Fridays Term Time
Only 10.30am –11.30am
LINCOLN CENTRAL LIBRARY Sensory Play Play session for babies and prewalkers. FREE
www.better.org.uk/library/lincol nshire/lincoln-central-library
Tuesday 3 December 11am – 1pm
www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk T 01522 522900
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Coffee, Care & Bingo Mornings
Enjoy 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.
£3 for 3 games, £2 per raffle strip
www.southsidelincs.com T 01522 437942
The Vintage Flea Market Bag a bargain, rummage for bric-a-brac or hunt down vintage items and quirky collectables.
£3, cash only www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
T 01522 522900
Mondays 10am
ONE NK LEISURE CENTRE, NORTH HYKEHAM
Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. FREE
www.lincolnshirecoop/wellbeingwalks. 01522 444632
Mondays 10.30am
Mondays 12.45pm
Mondays 1pm
Mondays first & third of the month 1.30pm
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
BLACK BULL, WELTON. Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. FREE
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 Until 16 December
6.15pm –
7.15pm
Mondays 6.30pm –7.30pm
LINCOLN MUSEUM Yoga
Evening session of Yoga Hatha flow with BWY Yoga Guide, Amanda Greenwood. £7
www.lincolnmuseum.com T 01522 782040
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN
Gentle Yoga with Emily Warrior Yoga
60-minute yoga class in the former St Katherine’s Church. £8, book online www.emilywarrioryoga.com
Mondays 7pm – 8pm
Mondays Except Bank Holidays 7pm
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
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
Please note - if contact details are missing these are the same as the first listing.
Tuesdays 7pm – 8pm
Wednesdays (2nd of every month) 10am
Wednesdays 10.30am –12pm
FALDINGWORTH MEMORIAL HALL, Authentic Argentine Tango Beginners’ tango class with Lucas Gou.
£8
www.authentictango.com/contact
BOULTHAM PARK HOUSE CARE HOME, ROOKERY LANE , LINCOLN, LN6 7PH
Boultham Sensory Stroll
Meet at the back gate next to the park.
FREE
THE BLUE ROOM, THE LAWN, LINCOLN
Authentic Argentine Tango Embrace the elegance and passion of tango with Lucas Gou. For beginners.
£8
Thursdays 10am
Thursdays 10am
Thursdays (1st and 3rd of the month)
Thursdays (1st and 3rd of the month)
Thursdays 11am
Thursday (1st of the month) 12pm
Thursdays 12.30pm – 2pm
ROSIE LEA’S CAFÉ, CHERRY WILLINGHAM, LN3 4JL Wellbeing Walk FREE
VILLAGE HALL, MERE ROAD, WADDINGTON, LN5 9NX Wellbeing Walk
Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. FREE
PENNELLS GARDEN CENTRE, SOUTH HYKEHAM, LN6 9NT Wellbeing Walk FREE
VILLAGE HALL, BRANSTON, LN4 1NS Wellbeing Walk FREE
COMMUNITY CENTRE CAR PARK, LINCOLN ROAD, SKELLINGTHORPE, Wellbeing Walk FREE
NETTLEHAM VILLAGE HALL, BROOKFIELD AVENUE, LN2 2SS Nettleham Sensory Stroll FREE
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
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
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. FREE
Tuesdays 1pm
COMMUNITY HUB, EAST STREET, NETTLEHAM, LN2 2SL
Wellbeing Walk Short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. FREE
www.authentictango.com/contact Wednesdays From 18 September 10.30am –12pm
Wednesdays 1pm
SOUTHSIDE, COLEGRAVE STREET, LINCOLN Rock Choir
Join the UK’s leading contemporary choir and improve your general wellbeing in a healthy and active hobby. First session free, then £30 a month www.rockchoir.com
HARTSHOLME COUNTRY PARK
Wellbeing Walk
Meet outside Rangers’ office for short, friendly walks suitable for all abilities. FREE
Wednesdays 7pm – 8pm
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
Thursdays 9am-10am
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
Fridays 10.30am
WHISBY NATURE PARK Wellbeing Walk FREE
Fridays 1pm ACTIVE NATION LEISURE CENTRE, BIRCHWOOD, LN6 0JE
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/l incoln-central-library T 01522 782010
BAILGATE METHODIST CHURCH HALL
Saturdays 9am
Saturdays until 11 January 2025 10am – 12pm
Tuesday 10 December 12.30pm
Bailgate Yoga Club
£8, Conc. £6.50, must book www.mokshalincoln.com
GIANT LINCOLN, DODDINGTON HALL & GARDENS
Cycling with Confidence
Designed exclusively for women.. FREE, booking required www.doddingtonhall.com T 01522 694308
LINCOLN CATHEDRAL The Mindful Mile
Meet at the West Front of the cathedral.. FREE www.lincolncathedral.com
Christmas at Doddington
CELEBRATE favourite seasonal songs at Doddington Hall & Gardens where the festive décor has been given a tuneful twist. A Christmas Chorus will take inspiration from classic and popular seasonal tunes, immersing visitors in the music of yuletide over three floors of the Elizabethan Hall.
The family home has seen a lot of Christmas mornings over its 400 year-plus history and the seasonal atmosphere this year comes through a series of intricately crafted, handmade scenes created by the present-day family, Doddington staff, volunteers, local artists and students from Lincoln College.
Planning began back in January following the estate’s sustainable aspirations to use natural, recycled and upcycled resources whenever possible, foraging everything they can from the gardens and grounds.
Visitors can also enjoy afternoon tea in the Coach House, stock up on their own decorations at the Bauble Barn and choose from freshly cut Norway Spruce and Nordmann Fir trees grown on the estate for the all-important Christmas tree.
Opening hours until December 15: weekdays - 11am-4pm; Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm. December 16 – 23: weekdays 11am-5pm; Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm. Last timed entry slot is one hour before closing.
Adult - £15, Child 4-16yrs - £8.50, three and under free, family (2 adults, 2 children) - £40, Family (1 adult, 2 children) - £27, Doddington season ticket holders - free. Please pre-book online as tickets are limited. Visit https://www.doddingtonhall.com.
