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Welcome to the May issue

I keep saying it but I really cannot believe where this year is going…we are now coming to the summer months which means light nights, BBQs and time to get out and enjoy the sunshine.

At home we have been on a Spring cleaning and updating mission – we have renovated our bathroom, trying to sort out the garden (and greenfingered we are not!) as well as moving my son into his ‘big boys bedroom’.

In this issue we are looking at how to bring the outdoors in to make the most of the spring and summer weather. Do you shop locally as much as you can? We explore how we can all impact our local economy by changing a few simple habits as well as encouraging us to eat locally produced, seasonal food. If you’re planning a child’s party over the coming months and already pulling your hair out then make sure you check out our guide to a hassle free soiree on page 15.

Do you fancy some new wheels then as per every issue Tim is test driving a new car and this month it is the Honda Civic. Elsewhere Martin Lewis gives us his top tips to save money when booking a holiday and also what to look out for when buying add-ons such as insurance, car hire and car parking.

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Haven Bridge urban meadow makeover The urban meadow at Boston’s Haven Bridge, which provided a spectacular show of colour when it was first created, impressing the inbloom judge who awarded the town its first gold medal, has had a makeover.

The ground has been raised with the addition of 100 tonnes of material donated by Vere Bros (Contractors so that the new wild flower displays can be more easily seen by drivers queued in traffic on the bridge.

Volunteers have now sown wild flower seed and planted the area up. The meadow has been created on wasteland to attract pollinating insects.

It is expected to flower from May to November and will include a mix of native and non-native annuals and a perennial bee and butterfly mix. The annual mix includes

Virginia stocks mixed, Larkspur mixed, Echium, Cornflower mixed, Cosmos mixed, Californian Poppy, Clary, Gypsophilia, Candytuft, Chrysanthemum mixed, Migonette, Night Scented Stock and Calendula. Extra soil has been kindly donated by Vere Bros (Contractors) Ltd to landscape the site.

Boston in Bloom volunteers John Bird and Paul Collingwood were on hand to help with the sowing, along with Boston Borough Council town centre officer Teresa Key. The Boston in Bloom project helps to “bring the countryside into the town” connecting habitat to aid the movement of pollinators in the wider landscape. Pollinating insects, such as bees, butterflies and hoverflies, are in national decline and play an important role in food production.

Free Sessions Open Up Sailing For All In Lincolnshire In May If you thought sailing was something you could never do, seven Lincolnshire clubs and centres will show you it is with free RYA Push The Boat Out ‘havea-go’ sessions in May! Covenham, Hykeham, Witham, Welland YC and Girton sailing clubs plus Tallington Watersports and the Lincolnshire and District Sailing Association (LDSA) are all giving you and your family the chance to discover something completely different outdoors at free sailing and windsurfing events from Saturday 13 – Sunday 21 May. Over 20,000 people of all ages and abilities regularly go down to their local sailing club every month across the Midlands, sailing small sailboats or windsurfing on the region’s reservoirs,

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lakes and rivers and just loving the freedom and buzz of being on the water.

You don’t even need a boat to learn to sail locally as clubs have ones you can use, while if your whole family found you enjoyed messing about in boats so much you wanted to join a local club it could cost just £20 a month, or even less, for all of you.

Don’t worry about kit, packing a lunch or anything else for Push The Boat Out; every event will provide all the equipment you need with refreshments available. So grab a towel and some old trainers you don’t mind getting wet and sail into summer with Push The Boat Out. For full details of your nearest event, including date, time and what’s on offer, visit www.rya.org. uk/PTBO2017

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Quarter of a century of community service recognised A man who has given more than a quarter of a century of selfless service to his local primary school is the latest recipient of a Boston Borough Council Service in the Community Award.

Peter Watson, of Bear Lodge, Sea Lane, Butterwick, recently retired as the chairman of the Board of Governors for Butterwick and Pinchbeck Endowed Church of England Primary School.

He was elected chairman in 2012, but prior to that he had served on the Board for more than 25 years.

Nominating him for the award, Louise Pearson, Chairman of Governors at the school, said: “He has made an enduring and selfless contribution to the school and all the children who have passed through over the last quarter of a century. This includes weekly visits to the school to mentor the staff and to serve the children. Peter has always put others before himself and has a passion for the education of children. He has always embodied the message that lies at the heart of our school, ‘Children first’.”

He has seen and helped guide the school through periods of great change. This includes the management of changes with three head teachers and support for all the staff in the now routine but detailed and challenging Ofsted inspections.

Peter also oversaw the growth of the school to more than 330 pupils. For most

Peter is pictured receiving his award from Boston Mayor Cllr Stephen Woodliffe.

Also pictured is Peter’s wife, Anne. of his period he has had senior governor roles as both chairman and vice chairman.

Louise said: “He has given 110 per cent effort. It has been a long, highly successful but little-thanked period of service.”

In addition, Peter has also been a key member of the training team at Boston Swimming Club, helping generations to learn how to swim. He was at the club every Sunday, selflessly and patiently helping

young people learn this key life skill.

Louise added: “His contribution has been outstanding but little noticed and this award, on behalf of all those many thousands of pupils, parents and staff associated with Butterwick Primary School and Boston Swimming Club, goes some way to help us and the community of Boston to extend our sincere thanks. We believe he embodies the nature of this award.”

Healthwatch Lincolnshire Respond to the Hospitals Latest CQC Report On behalf of patients in Lincolnshire that rely on hospital services provided

by United Lincolnshire Hospital Trust (ULHT), Healthwatch Lincolnshire is disappointed about today’s ‘Special Measures’ announcement by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Having come out of special measures only a couple of years ago, we hoped the Trust was continuing to address many of the areas that took them into special measures in the first place. Sadly, some of the same problems such as medical records and safety appear to be on going.

Healthwatch Lincolnshire was pleased to note that the ULHT rating for caring was good, this generally reflects what we hear from patients contacting us.

“Once patients are receiving treatment and care, the feedback we receive recognises that nursing and other medical staff really do go the extra mile” said Sarah Fletcher, Chief Executive Officer of Healthwatch Lincolnshire.

Sarah went on to say “As part of our watchdog role, we will now be very interested in learning what plans will be put in place to address the immediate areas of concern and deliver a service

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that Lincolnshire residents should be receiving”.

Chief Executive Officer of Healthwatch Lincolnshire, Sarah Fletcher, said: “Once patients are receiving treatment and care, the feedback we receive recognises that nursing and other medical staff really do go the extra mile” Sarah went on to say “As part of our watchdog role, we will now be very interested in learning what plans will be put in place to address the immediate areas of concern and deliver a service that Lincolnshire residents should be receiving”.

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News Could you give Pinkie Pie the happy ever after she deserves?

Saved from the stray pound, Pinkie Pie is a two year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier with so much love to give for everyone she meets. As her 9th month in their care approaches, Jerry Green Dog Rescue has launched a regional appeal to help find Pinkie Pie her forever home in time for Spring.

The charity, which has cared for and found forever homes for around 1,000 dogs in the last 12 months, is calling upon its supporters to fulfil a rescue dog’s wish by spreading the word to help to find Pinkie Pie a home.

“I have spent a lot of time with Pinkie Pie and I can honestly say that she is one of the most affectionate dogs that I have ever met.

It breaks my heart to see her still waiting for her forever home.”

Elizabeth Hempstock, Fundraising Officer.

Pinkie Pie is currently Jerry Green Dog Rescue’s longest stay resident across the whole organisation, having been in their care for almost 9 months. To maximise the chance of her finding a home, Pinky Pie has been transferred between three of the charity’s five Centres but unfortunately, still hasn’t received any suitable interest.

“Squeaky balls, tummy tickles, woodland walks and picnics are just a few of her all-time favourite things to do, along with looking constantly adorable and dishing out the best cuddles to her friends at the Centre.” Jo Hickson, South Lincolnshire’s Centre Manager.

Pinkie Pie currently enjoys spending her days in the office perfecting her admin skills with our team. Working in Reception means that day in day out, she watches her fellow rescue residents happily leave for their forever homes and although she has made some amazing friends at the Centre, she desperately dreams of a forever family to call her own.

Elizabeth Hempstock says, “It’s not very often that we launch a large campaign for one of our rescue dogs as they are often rehomed

LIVES Pound for Pound On March 28th, the new £1 coin was be introduced and the old design phased out.

Before the ‘round pound’ is no longer accepted, we are inviting everyone to donate their old pound coins to LIVES. From the 15th October 2017, the old £1 will no longer be accepted as legal tender.

At LIVES, we have produced donation boxes to fit your old (and new) pound coins to help you prepare for the changeover.

This will come in handy if you have some old coin jars or money boxes to sift through!

Nikki Silver, CEO of LIVES commented “By donating your old (or new!) pound coins, you will help fund volunteers to attend a medical emergency, and help someone in their time of need. If every person across Lincolnshire donated a £1, we could keep our trained first

responders and medics attending 999 calls across Lincolnshire for an entire year” LIVES will help more than 20,000 people in Lincolnshire during 2017. The medical emergencies the charity will respond throughout the year will range from falls, to breathing and heart problems, cardiac arrests and traumatic events such as road traffic collisions. LIVES responders are trained to deal with a wide range of emergencies and its volunteer medic team respond to more complex cases, effectively bringing the skills and techniques found in an A&E department or Intensive Care Unit to the roadside.

To donate your pound or request a donation box to collect pounds from work or home, please contact info@lives.org.uk or donate via https://lives.org.uk/ donate/

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within a reasonable time frame. However, for some reason our Pinkie Pie hasn’t received any suitable interest in any of our Centres so we are hoping that a big push will help do the trick!”

Pinkie Pie is looking for an adult only home where she will be the only pet – more treats and sofa space for this one! She would benefit from a patient family, who is willing to continue her training and help improve her social skills around other dogs.

With so much love to give and a gorgeous smile, what more could you want from a new best friend? If you have space in your heart and home for Pinkie Pie then please get in touch with our South Lincolnshire Centre by calling 01205 260546 or emailing slincs@ jerrygreendogs.org.uk

The Butterfly Hospice Annual Golf Day The Butterfly Hospice will be holding its Annual Golf Day on Thursday 8th June 2017, the event will be held at Boston West Golf Club, Hubberts Bridge, Boston PE20 3QX. Anyone is welcome to enter, whether you have played before or not! The entry fee is £120 per team, this includes a 2 course meal, tea and coffee.

Anyone wishing to enter this event can do so by collecting an entry form from either Boston West Golf club or The Butterfly Hospice (01205 311222).

Cheques to be made payable to “The Butterfly Hospice trust”.

The proceeds from this event will support the hospice and its work in providing palliative care to Boston and

surrounding local areas.

The hospice is a free service, providing palliative care and holistic support to both patients and their families, and provides a 24 hour in patient care for those who need it most.

Closing date for the event is 20th May 2017 or when the maximum number of players have been reached, your starting times will then be sent to you in due course.

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South East Lincolnshire Local Plan 2011-2036: Publication Version The final public consultation on the new Local Plan is now underway and will run until 22nd May 2017

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The South East Lincolnshire Local Plan covers the whole of the local authority areas of Boston Borough Council and South Holland District Council and will guide development and use of land in the area up until 2036.

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We have also published a number of other documents for consultation including the Policies Map, Sustainability Appraisal, Statement of Consultation as well as other supporting documents.

The documents are available to view on our website (address opposite), in the area’s libraries, mobile libraries and the council offices in Boston and Spalding, during normal office hours. An online consultation portal is also available at: southeastlincslocalplan.org/consultation

As we are now at the final stage of plan preparation this consultation is different to previous ones undertaken in that the comments made must relate to whether the Local Plan is ‘sound’ and complies with legal and procedural requirements.

A guidance note is therefore available Cllr Peter Bedford, chairman of the to view on our website: South East Lincolnshire Joint Strategic southeastlincslocalplan.org, Planning Committee, said: “We have which sets out advice on how to respond. taken on board the comments you have The Publication Version Local Plan made so far about how you would like to includes sites to be allocated for different see Boston Borough and South Holland types of development, such as housing developed. A lot of work has gone into and employment, in order to meet the its production, and it cannot be stressed area’s needs, as well as identifying those enough how important this will be in areas of land which must be protected influencing where we build up until 2036. from development - perhaps because of You now have a final chance to their historic or environmental importance. comment on the plan, before it is It also covers a wide range of other submitted, to help shape the future planning related matters in the form for generations to come.” of policies, against which planning applications can be judged.

You can comment on the consultation documents: n Preferably online via our dedicated consultation portal at: southeastlincslocalplan.org/consultation n By emailing a completed comment form (available to download from our website or collect at locations listed to the left) to southeastlincslocalplan@sholland.gov.uk n By post using the comment form to: South East Lincolnshire Local Plan, South Holland District Council Offices, Priory Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE11 2XE

Comments made must be received by 5pm on 22nd May 2017 All comments received will be submitted to the Secretary of State and considered as part of an independent Examination in Public by a Planning Inspector.

For further information, please contact the Local Planning team at: southeastlincslocalplan@sholland.gov.uk or call :

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fter six years at the helm I will step down as the Leader of Boston Borough Council at the council’s annual meeting on May 15.

I have tried to steer the council along a smooth passage through some very rough waters. At 73 I think I have now taken it as far as I can and leave it in good order for someone new to take over.

I have some regrets, but I have enjoyed my time as Leader. It has been a 24-7 high-pressure task – the toughest Leader’s job in Lincolnshire with Boston so often at the centre of national attention. I took over as Leader just at the time of a protest on the streets about mass migration and the impact such rapid population change was having on Boston. I have been a constant visitor to Westminster, making the case for Boston to those at the top of Government.

I have been a borough councillor for 25 years, all of that time as the representative for coastal ward and I will continue in that role and my associated borough council roles.

When I became Leader the council was effectively in “special measures” and austerity was beginning to really bite.

In the last six years much has been accomplished with the understanding and support of like-minded fellow councillors and officers and staff of the council.

Some thorny issues have been resolved, such as the Peter Paine Performance Centre and the

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Peter’s Notes Princess Royal Sports Arena. Both have been given a new lease of life and not at the expense of council tax payers.

The council has made enormous strides in efficiencies and economies to be able to continue to present balanced budgets and little or no council tax increases without any reductions in frontline services and without the need for any compulsory redundancies.

There have been improvements in many other areas, such as meeting environmental concerns – the council operates energy-efficient systems such as biomass and solar panels for its most energyhungry buildings. Our recycling rates have continuously improved, garden waste collections have been introduced and we run a unique fly tip clean-up operation.

We continue to meet austerity demands with the transformation programme, always searching for better, smarter ways of operating.

I have regrets about my decision to resign the Leadership. But my wife is pleased. After six years in the stressful top job she will be pleased that we will have more time to enjoy together.

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What will life be like for consumers after Brexit?

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ave you ever had a problem with a faulty product, mobile bill shock or holidays abroad? You are not alone; each year 1.4 million people come to Citizens Advice with consumer problems, ranging from complaints about poor standards or faulty products, disputes over billing, problems with returns, misleading claims, unfair contract terms, and cancellation rights & so on. Luckily, we can help many to resolve their problems thanks to the existence of consumer rights which make sure that people are treated fairly and protected when things go wrong.

Most people are unaware that a large proportion of UK consumer rights come from the European Union (EU), so Brexit undoubtedly has brought uncertainty over the future of many of the consumer protections we take for granted.

With the Prime Minister Theresa May triggering Article 50 on earlier this Spring, we decided to take stock of some existing consumer laws and see how they might be impacted by Brexit.

What impact does EU membership have on consumer rights in the UK? Consumer protections are part of the fabric of the EU internal market, which all EU member states, including the UK, have to abide by. The EU consumer laws set harmonised rules to ensure the internal market of goods and services is open, fair and transparent for consumers and traders alike.

EU consumer law sets the framework for a wide range of UK consumer rights, covering food and product safety, unfair commercial practices, consumer information such as product labelling and packaging, and consumer redress.

Some of the EU consumer legislation requires a full transposition by member states, such as the legislation on unfair commercial practices which is fully harmonised across the EU. Others, like unfair terms, are based on a minimal harmonisation, and member states can choose to go beyond basic EU requirements.

So far, it has been a policy of the respective UK

governments not to gold plate and go above the minimum EU regulatory requirements except in exceptional circumstances. For example, the level of the UK consumer protection for tangible goods is currently higher than the EU laws.

In addition to setting up a minimum level of consumer protection in the UK domestic market, EU law also sets rules for cross border transactions, which give the UK consumers protection when travelling abroad.

These include rules on passenger rights, package travel and roaming charges.

Passenger Rights The EU legislation on passenger rights sets a harmonised minimum level of protections irrespective of the mode of transport used, which overrides the UK domestic rules on delays, cancellations, damaged luggage or special mobility needs. For example, under the EU law rules, passengers can claim compensation for certain flight delays within the EU and between EU and non-EU airports.

Package Travel The EU package travel rules protect consumers who buy a package holiday consisting of two or more elements, for example a flight and a hotel, or a hotel and a car hire. The law sets requirements for clear information and identification of the liable party.

Under the law the organiser of the package holiday is responsible for making sure that all the elements of the package go according to plan, even if they are not directly providing each bit.

Roaming The EU roaming rules have reduced the cost of making and receiving calls abroad within the EU. Currently the roaming costs are capped at 0.05 euro per call, 0.02 euro per sms and 0.05 euro per MB of data. The roaming charges are due to be phased out after June 2017.

Brexit also brings uncertainty about the future mechanism for cross border enforcement and market surveillance between the UK and EU. This is

increasingly important as lots of companies operate across borders. At present, the enforcement of EU consumer laws is monitored through market surveillance and enforcement mechanisms carried out on a domestic and cross-border level. For example, in the UK enforcement is carried out by authorities such as Trading Standards, the Competition and Market Authority (CMA) and/or sectors specific regulators. Surveillance on the crossborder level is carried out by a number of mechanisms such as the Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) , the European rapid alert system for dangerous products(RAPEX), consumer surveys and market investigations (e.g. Consumer Scoreboards). For example, CPC is the network of the EU national enforcement authorities which aims to detect and prevent cross-border illegal commercial practices.

How will consumer rights be affected when we leave the EU? At present it is difficult to predict the exact implications of Brexit on UK consumer rights. It is important to say that nothing has changed yet – consumers still have the same protections they had prior to the referendum.

In the short term, until the end of the exit negotiations, there will be no direct legal implications on UK consumers. This means all existing consumer protection rights will remain in place.

Whatever the outcome of the Brexit negotiations, Citizens Advice will work with the government and other stakeholders to ensure that consumer protections remain strong post Brexit. Positive signals from the Government have emerged about maintaining current levels of protection both in the immediate transition and in the longer-term. The Prime Minister, Theresa May, has also signalled a more interventionist approach to failing markets to ensure the economy works better for everyone, and especially struggling households. We welcome this commitment and look forward to working closely with the government to put enhanced consumer policies into practice.

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Planning the Perfect Party We’ve all been there. Our child is a year older, and we feel pressured to throw a birthday party that will wow the kids, the other mums and the birthday child.

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ur child has been waiting all year for this party, so we want everything to be perfect. We want a unique venue that no one has ever chosen before, a fresh theme that has never been thought of and activities that will stimulate the kids. And we want all of this on a manageable budget with minimal effort…..No wonder we’re stressed!

Just try to remember a successful party is simple; it needs to equate fun. It’s that easy.

These steps can help you plan a fun and stress-free party for your child:

doesn’t know. You want your child to feel close to all the people who attend.

• Consider limiting the size of the party. Sometimes if a party is too large, it is overwhelming and the child does not enjoy himself.

4) Send out invitations.

Invitations should include the name of the birthday child, how old they will be, the date and time of the 1) Decide what kind of party you want. party (including an end time), Do you want a small and intimate party at whether it is drop-off or not, home with immediate family, a location with address a party with classmates, and directions, and a or a larger party with As phone number or friends, family, e nts, w email for RSVPs. classmates and pare ake our o m arties t Give a deadline friends from t n wa n’s p long e r for RSVPs. Invite groups? Indoors d l chi l, and as the only as many or outdoors? n a i o spec focus is d, children as you Don’t forget l i e as th thday ch can handle and to take the bir ll be afford. wonderful British it wi al. i weather into spec 5) Decide activities. consideration. You The activities or entertainment might want to consider will reinforce the party theme. Choose indoor options like a bowling an activity that is age-appropriate and party, an ice skating party, an indoor gym or one that your child enjoys and is good at. bounce party.

Decorations can be bought at a party store or you can make your own. The birthday 2) Choose a theme. child might even want to help.

A theme will help you choose decorations as well as venue and activities, so choose a 6) Plan the food. theme your child likes. Theme suggestions The food can be part of the party theme, include Hello Kitty, Lego, Pink & Purple, but choose kid-friendly foods. If the party Baking/Cooking, Space, Sports, Cars, is during mealtime, guests will expect meal.

Puppies, Superheroes, Arts & Crafts, Between mealtimes, self-serve snacks, Fireman Sam, Butterflies, Animals and drinks and a birthday cake is perfectly more. You can even ask your guests to come acceptable. dressed in the party theme.

3) Who will be invited?

To decide, ask these questions: * How many people will the venue comfortable accommodate? * How many children can you adequately supervise?

• Try to invite friends that your child is close to, not your friends or people your child

7) Make a budget You do not have to spend a lot to have a fun party. Kids don’t care how much a party costs; they just want to celebrate with their friends. It doesn’t have to be expensive to be special. If your child’s birthday is close to a friend’s birthday, you can share the party, the work and the costs!

8) Return the favor?

Party bags are optional — not a MUST. You might want to use your budget for the party, not the party favors. As an alternative you can have a piñata, and give the guests small bags to take home the goodies they collect. Be creative – piñatas don’t have to be filled with sweets. You can fill them with trinkets, erasers, rings, coins, whistles, etc.

Remember to involve your child Kids usually know what they want when it comes to their party. Listen to them. Think about the last party you went to that was fun. Was it because of the money spent on the party or because the atmosphere was relaxed?

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How to Baby Proof Your Home

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f you’re preparing your home for a baby, you’ll hear all the advice about babyproofing your house. Once your little ones start exploring, crawling, grabbing and touching their immediate surrounds, it’s important to keep those investigative fingers away from any danger.

small child from opening it • Place colourful stick-on decals on glass shower doors, at your little one’s eye level • Place non-slip mats in the shower and bath • Keep non-fixed mirrors locked away • Install tap locks in the basins, bath tub and shower

Kitchen: • Place child locks on all large appliances like fridge, oven and dishwasher • Keep all plastic bags, sandwich bags and black bags out of reach • Keep stools and chairs away from the kitchen counter to prevent toddlers from climbing up into a potential danger zone • Switch off and unplug appliances after use and keep the cables tucked away • Lock all accessible cupboards and drawers with child locks •Store the rubbish bin away from prying hands • Install stove and oven knob locks to prevent your child accidentally switching them on • Keep pet food, liquid washing tablets, dishwasher tablets and all other cleaning materials away

Living room: • Enclose the fireplace with a fireplace gate • Keep all lamps, cords and breakables like frames and mirrors, out of reach • Cover all electrical outlets with safety covers • Use straps to secure the TV and other movable furniture • Place colourful stick-on decals on french windows at your little one’s eye level

Bathroom: • Lock away all medicines and bath products • Install locks on cabinets and drawers • Install a toilet seat lock to prevent your

Bedroom: • Install childproof locks on all cabinets, closets and cupboards • Attach drawers to the wall with hooks to prevent them falling over • Place child guard rails against the edges of beds • Cover electrical outlets • Secure standing fans or lamps Elsewhere • Install baby gates at the tops and bottoms

of stairs • Use dummy plugs in any unused plug sockets • Tie up window blind cords out of reach Unfortunately, no matter how much we try to prevent it, accidents still happen. So keep a list of emergency numbers handy, and remember the most important thing – you’re always doing your best!

Dog Friendly Beach Trips Taking your dog to the beach can be a great way to spend a beautiful summer day. However, as a responsible dog owner there are certain precautions you should take: • Provide plenty of fresh water and shade for your dog.

• Dogs can get sunburn, especially short-haired dogs and ones with pink skin and white hair.

Limit your dog’s exposure when the sun is unusually strong, and apply sunblock to his ears and nose 30 minutes before going outside.

• Check the water conditions - dogs are easy targets for jellyfish • If your dog is out of shape, don’t encourage him to run on the sand. Running on a beach is strenuous exercise, and a dog that is out of shape can easily pull a tendon or ligament.

• Cool sea water is tempting to your dog. Do not allow him to drink too much seawater. The salt in the water will make him sick.

• Salt and other minerals found in the ocean can damage your dog’s coat. So, when you are ready to leave for the day, rinse him off with fresh

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water.

• Not all beaches permit dogs.

Check local signage DOES YOUR DOGGY PADDLE? The majority of dogs can swim and they love it. But dogs entering the water for the first time should be tested. Here are some important tips for teaching your dog how to swim: • Never throw your dog into the water.

• Start in shallow water, and call your dog’s name. You can also try to coax him in with a treat or toy - but always keep your dog within reach.

• Another way to introduce your dog to the water is with a dog that already swims and is friendly with your dog. Let your dog follow his friend.

• If your dog begins to doggy-paddle with his

front legs only, lift his hind legs and help him float. He should quickly catch on and will then keep his back end up.

• Swimming is a great form of exercise, but don’t let your dog overdo it. He will be using new muscles and may tire quickly.

• Be careful of strong tides that are hazardous for even the best swimmers.

• Never leave your dog unattended! You should always be in a position to help him get out of the water.

Health & Beauty

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I was nervous when I walked through the doors but determined to succeed and set myself a goal of 10 stone to lose. My consultant Sarah was welcoming and friendly from the very first meeting and has been a fantastic support and motivator.

I couldn’t believe how much I could eat, filling up on free foods still enjoying the pasta, potatoes and meat that I love and cooking healthy nutritious meals for myself

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and my family which we all enjoyed.

Snacking on speed food to help my weight loss along if I needed to I never felt hungry at all.

As the pounds started to drop off I introduced some body magic and joined the gym, I was surprised how much I was capable of having lost a few stone and body magic became a part of every day life.

I am now 10 stone lighter and have so much self confidence now and I actually love what I see in the mirror. I used to hate clothes shopping but not anymore there’s so much more choice now!

Joining slimming world was definitely the best decision I have ever made!

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Food & drink

Tastes so good...

Creamy Bacon And Chicken Pasta

If you’re struggling for a unique but simple recipe for either a dinner party or just a nice evening in, this is perfect. You can add garnish of your own or even any leftover basil to the finished dish for serving.

Ingredients for 4 servings:

Method:

3 tbsp olive oil 5 rashers of bacon 3 large boneless chicken thighs 1 clove of garlic 300ml double cream Pinch of Salt Pinch of freshly ground black pepper Fresh basil (a handful) 450g farfalle pasta 200g cheddar cheese (grated)

In a large pan, cook the pasta according to the packet instructions, adding a pinch of salt to the water.

Equipment:

Drain the cooked pasta before adding the creamy mixture into the large pan.

Before serving, tear up the fresh basil and add to the mixture along with the grated cheese. Add some garnish for a finished look and enjoy!

Large pan Frying pan

While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a frying pan. Cut the chicken into strips and the bacon into small squares before adding to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown.

Crush the garlic clove and add to the frying pan with the chicken and bacon.

Cook for a further minute. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper, then add the cream and warm through.

Marmite & Cheese Swirly Pastries

BBQ Grilled Aubergine Burger

Ingredients:

250g (9oz) defrosted, frozen puff pastry Flour for dusting ½ tsp marmite Oil for greasing 1 egg, beaten 50g (2oz) grated mild cheese of your choice

Method:

1. Lightly grease a baking tray with oil and preheat the oven to 220C, 425F, Gas Mark 7.

2. Sprinkle flour onto a board and roll out the pastry to a large rectangle about 35 x 25cm.

3. Use a knife to evenly spread the Marmite over the pastry, leave a border of about 1cm.

4. Brush the border edge with beaten egg and cover the marmite with sprinkled grated cheese.

5. Roll the pasty up tightly like a sausage roll shape, start with the longest edge. Brush the outside of the rolled pastry with beaten egg.

6. Cut the roll into thick slices – approx. 16, then place well-spaced apart on the baking tray and cook for between 13-16 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and well risen. Serve warm or cold.

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A yummy vegetarian BBQ burger, perfect served with a side salad and a tzatziki dressing.

Ingredients for 4 servings: Burgers 2 aubergines Lettuce leaves Sliced tomato 1 red onion 4 burger buns Cooking Oil

Curry Marinade 75ml vegetable oil 1-2 tsp curry powder Juice of ½ a lime 2 cloves of garlic Salt & pepper

Method: Kitchen 1. Wash all the vegetables. Cut the aubergines into slices 1cm thick. Peel and slice the onion.

2. To make the curry marinade, mix the oil, lime juice and curry powder together into a paste, peel and crush the garlic and add to the mixture.

3. Brush the sliced aubergine with curry marinade and season both sides.

BBQ: 1. Prepare to the BBQ to approx. 220c.

2.Cook the sliced aubergine for approx. 4 minutes on each side.

3.Split the buns and drizzle some oil on the inside and toast gently.

4.Serve the aubergine inside the warm toasted buns with lettuce, onion rings and tomato, with a dressing of your choice.

Food & Drink

Why Shop Local!

Local shops sell a wide range of great products at affordable prices.

Many people get out of the habit of shopping locally and are then are surprised by the range of products and gifts available.

Shopping locally saves you money.

Out of town shops have done a good job of convincing us all that sole traders = expensive, but the evidence just isn’t there to back this up. If you add in travel, parking costs and fees to transport larger items home, the overall cost is often much greater.

Shopping locally retains our communities.

People don’t like losing shops and services in small towns and villages but don’t equate this to how they spend their money. Shops will only survive if customers spend locally - so if you want a vibrant selection locally where people can socialise as well as shop, we need to encourage people to shop locally.

Shopping locally creates jobs.

Shops in our town centres and villages create local employment and self employment. These people in turn spend in the local economy. Evidence shows that for every £10 spent in an independent shop, £25 is generated for the local economy compared to £14 spent in multinationals.

Local shops value you more.

Evidence from numerous surveys shows people receive better customer care and service in local shops. Traders survive by their reputation and repeat business - so shopping locally means that you get a higher standard of service.

Shopping locally saves services.

Private, voluntary and public sector services cluster around shops.The loss of the high street often corresponds to a reduction in these services. As shops disappear, so do hairdressers, vets, dentists etc.

Farm Shops

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Customers are seeking out specialist producers and, for some, there is a desire to reduce food miles.

While farm shops come in all shapes and sizes, the most sustainable at the moment are those offering what is known as a full basket shop – all the ingredients for a good wholesome meal, thereby making the journey for customers worthwhile, and there are several within the local area: • Spalding Farm Shop, Surfleet • Vine House Farm, Deeping St Nicholas • Wimberley Hall Farm Shop, Weston • Lincs Farm Shop, Whaplode • Chestnuts Farm Shop, Gedney • The Farm Shop, Fleet Hargate • Abbey Parks Farm Shop, Heckington • Pinchins Farm Shop, Algarkirk • Manor Farm Shop, Swineshead • Ivy’s Farm Shop, Swineshead • Old McDonald’s Farm Shop, Wyberton Fen There are many more independent retailers you can support with your weekly shopping butchers, greengrocers, bakers, cafes or delicatessens. By simply switching your routine not only will you help the local economy, you will eat more local produce and possibly save yourself money! So next time you need to go shopping, challenge yourself to shop local.

H. Dawson & Sons

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t’s often thought that funerals are strictly traditional affairs, with sombre-looking people dressed in black and hymns sung in church. For many, this may feel right for them, but it’s easy to forget that a funeral is a celebration of the end of your life. With the right amount of planning, you can ensure that your funeral is personal to you and make the process easier on your loved ones when the time comes.

Between Monday 8th May to Sunday 14th May, Lincolnshire Co-op is taking part in Dying Matters Awareness Week to encourage people to think about the future.

Uncertainty about what a funeral involves is one reason why people don’t like to talk about death, so Lincolnshire Co-op’s Martin Puttick from Boston Funeral home has debunked some of the most prominent funeral myths…

You must have a traditional wooden coffin “Funerals don’t have to be traditional, and the more you plan the more you can tailor yours to suit you. If you opt to be buried, you will have a choice of coffins to fit your budget that goes beyond the ‘norm’.

Lincolnshire Co-op offers a variety of options, including eco coffins such as bamboo, willow or cardboard that lessen the impact on the environment. The options are endless! You can even decorate yours to add a truly personal touch.”

Limos and black hearses are the only transport you should use “Just like a coffin, you can use any vehicle you like. Tradition dictates that limousines, black hearses or horse drawn carriages are the limit, but it’s your choice. We’ve known people to even have opted for their coffin to be transported in a specially adapted motorcycle sidecar, fire engine and double decker bus. Our funeral teams can offer a wide range of transport from a high quality and meticulously maintained fleet of vehicles.”

You have to go to a funeral to pay your respects “These days there are many ways you can share your messages of condolence no matter where you are in the world. Our online obituaries provide a place for people who were unable to attend a funeral to pay their respects, and is a permanent fixture that you can keep revisiting. Also, funeral can be observed via a web-link from some crematoria.”

Your body must be kept in the funeral home “Your body can be kept at home before your funeral if you wish. If

Linc olnshire C o-op’s Martin Putt ick fr om B oston Funeral home this is your wish, we advise embalming. This drastically slows down the natural process after death, and the modest cost of embalming gives great peace of mind to the bereaved family.”

Funerals have to be expensive “Lincolnshire Co-op is committed to helping people find a funeral they can afford. To show this, we’ve signed the Fair Funerals Enhanced Pledge to help tackle funeral poverty by keeping our prices well below the national average and just under the local average. We share details of our prices with customers through our website.

“Funeral plans are also a way of spreading the cost of a funeral, giving you the option to pay in instalments. Throughout May, members of Lincolnshire Co-op will receive 10% dividend when they buy a funeral plan.”

Death and dying can be a worrying topic of conversation for many and although it’s difficult to think about, talking to others and getting advice from your local funeral home is a good place to start.

Visit your local Lincolnshire Co-op funeral home or attend a Death Café event in your area to find out more about Dying Matters Awareness Week and current offers on funeral plans. More details can be found at lincolnshire.coop/funeral.

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Funerals

Who pays for a funeral?

Sometimes, the person who’s died may have already paid for their funeral with a pre-payment plan or funeral insurance policy. Or they’ve left some money in their estate to cover it.

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f so, the executor of the estate will take care of paying the funeral bill, otherwise, usually a relative or friend pays for the funeral But they can get the funeral costs back from the estate if there’s enough in it The local council or hospital can arrange a Public Health Funeral if: • There isn’t enough money in the estate to pay for it.

• There are no relatives or friends available to arrange the funeral.

This is usually a cremation. You can attend the funeral but the local authority will decide the time and date.

There normally is a short service, but extras such as flowers, cars or notices in the local newspaper are not included.

What is a pre-paid funeral plan?

The deceased will have pre-paid a funeral director or a funeral care company for a specific type of funeral. With a funeral plan, you will have to use that funeral director, or one from an approved list, to arrange the funeral.

With a pre-paid funeral plan, you just need to make sure that the funeral you arrange is within the amount covered by the plan. Otherwise, you’ll need to pay for any extra add-ons you’ve chosen.

With a burial for example, the plan usually only covers part of the cost of a plot. Check if the deceased has paid for a grave in advance.

What is funeral insurance?

This is a type of insurance that pays out a fixed lump sum which should cover the cost of a funeral. This insurance is sometimes known as an ‘over-50s plan’.

When the lump sum is paid out, you can then use it to pay for a funeral from any funeral director. You should check how much the lump sum is before you make any funeral arrangements. If the price of the funeral is more than that sum, you’ll need to pay for any extras.

How do I claim on a pre-paid funeral plan or funeral insurance?

Unfortunately, there is no central place or directory to check if the person who’s died had a funeral plan or insurance.

If you think they’ve got one, you should

check their papers for a copy of this.

You should also check if this was stored with the will, with a family solicitor or at the bank.

has a joint account where the joint owner is still alive, that person can still access the money in the account.

Paying with deceased’s bank account Paying by instalments The deceased might have left money in A funeral director will often ask for at their account to pay for their funeral. least some of the money up front. If you However, the bank or building society can’t do this, you should really think about normally freezes their individual account(s) having a more affordable funeral. when they’re told of the person’s death.

Another option is to ask if you could pay In most cases, you normally need the the bill in instalments. If they agree, you help of the executor or administrator of the can then negotiate instalments but make estate to access the money sure that these are affordable for you. in their account once it’s frozen.

Claiming funeral costs from the It is however, estate sometimes Whoever pays for the funeral possible to –family, friends or the council access the – can seek to recover the money costs from the deceased’s in their estate. account Sometimes, their estate without is not large enough to cover their help. As this. If the deceased had a minimum, other debts, funeral costs are you’ll need a usually paid first. However, some copy of the death secured debts, such as a mortgage, certificate, and an are paid before funeral costs. invoice for the funeral If you offer to pay for the funeral, it’s costs with your name on it. worth checking with the administrator of The bank or building society might also the estate that you’re able to recover the want proof of your identity. They can then money later on if you need to. pay the essential funeral bills directly to the Knowing how much money is in the company providing the service. estate to cover the funeral costs might also If there isn’t a will or an executor, you affect the type of funeral you wish to pay could try speaking to their bank to see if for. Try not to feel pressured into paying they’ll release the money to pay for the for a funeral you can’t afford. funeral. Some banks might let you do this.

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t’s cold, wet, and miserable, so no wonder this is the peak summer holiday booking period. However, with the pound recently at a 32 year low against the dollar, and matching the awful rates of 2013 against the euro, this year it’s likely to be a challenge to get a decent price. The weak pound not only hits holiday spending, but hotels, car hire and more, so here are my 10 top tips for keeping costs down.

use comparison sites www.trivago.co.uk and www. travelsupermarket.com for a wide-ranging search (and always call the hotel to see if it’ll beat the price). The difference can be £100s.

3. With car hire book it early and buy insurance elsewhere.

If hiring abroad, generally early booking is cheaper, what costs £10 a day now can be £40 a day when you get there. Here’s the three key steps: a) Do a comparison to find your cheapest. I’d try 1. Pocket the perfect plastic to make the pound www.kayak.co.uk, www.carrentals.co.uk and if perform. needed www.skyscanner.net too.

Spend abroad and most credit cards add a 3% b) Check stealth fuel charges. Some try and make you ‘non-sterling transaction fee’ which means £100 of pay for a full tank and return it empty - adding £80ish euros costs £103 and some then load other charges if you don’t drive far. The above, apart from Kayak, let on top. However, there are a range of specialist cards you filter by fuel policy. that don’t add that fee. So, you get that day’s c) Don’t fall for their insurance up-sell. When you same near-perfect rate that the banks pick up a car they’ll often try and fear sell do, in every country. My top two you up to £25/day insurance on top – to long term picks, as well as good cover the large excess if you have any exchange rates, have low cash r in claims. If you’ll pay for this, instead nder & Edito u o F e th is fees - the www.creation.co.uk use excess insurance comparison Martin Lewis oney Saving Expert.

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The obvious start point again are comparison sites.

My top picks are www.skyscanner.net, www.kayak.

2. One hotel room can have hundreds of prices. co.uk and www.momondo.co.uk which include most Once you know what hotel you want, always airlines and booking sites like Expedia and ebookers. check to see if it’s being sold cheaper elsewhere, Yet if you really want to slash flight costs, you need to get clever, such as using ethnic specialist travel agents and checking out airline code sharing deals. For full help see www.mse.me/cheapflights.

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6. Don’t forget the good old fashion package holiday.

Package holidays are where you usually get flights, hotels and transfers in one. They can still be the cheapest especially if you’re going away for 7, 10 or 14 days in a traditional holiday destination like Benidorm.

Both www.travelsupermarket.com and www.icelolly.com have comparison sites.

Then once you’ve got up a price, if you

By Martin Lewis @moneysavingex pert want to shave a little off, you can call up other agents to see if they’ll sell you the same holiday at a cheaper price.

7. Book travel insurance AS SOON as you book the holiday.

Every year people email me saying something sadly akin to, “I’m due on holiday in a few months, but I’ve just been given a cancer diagnosis and can’t go, the airline won’t let me cancel, what can I do?” The answer is ‘that’s what travel insurance is for’. Yet many people only book it just before they go. Waiting defeats half the point of having the cover – which is to protect you in the event cancellation is needed due to illness, a death in the family or something else. Full help on the cheapest policies, including for over 65s in www.mse. me/travelinsurance.

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10. Be careful boozing on holiday.

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Indoor outdoor spaces ‘Indoor outdoor spaces’ is the buzz word of the moment in interior and garden design.

However, this is not just a fad, it’s a great way to gain more space and light into your home.

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he UK has been slow to embrace designing their homes to incorporate indoor/outdoor spaces. Some postmodern houses built in the 60s-70s did incorporate the idea and it has been popular among self-builders, but it has never really taken off in the main stream. In the US, Canada and Australia the concept of indoor outdoor space has always been popular.

Some might blame the British weather; gloomy, wet and unpredictable; it does not invite one to spend time outside. However, it’s exactly because our weather is unpredictable that indoor outdoor spaces should be embraced. There is something cosy about sitting in chair, coffee in hand, watching the rain fall while you are sheltered and warm.

Also, removing the barriers between indoors and outside makes having barbeques far more pleasant as the temperature can drop of an evening.

Happily, things are changing, and thanks to things like Pinterest and TV shows, the UK is discovering how indoor outdoor space can transform your house. Some will even argue that it will transform your life as well!

What is indoor outdoor space?

What is indoor outdoor space exactly? There are many variations but, to put it simply, it is a graduation of indoor space into outdoor space.

This is achieved by introducing roof overhangs, wall-to-wall floorto-ceiling glass or bi-folding doors, conservatories, lantern roofs,- this is by no means a comprehensive list, just examples of how indoor outdoor

spaces are created. If you want a similar feel but on a budget think about ab garden awning, wooden gazebo or summer house.

Another design aspect of these spaces is the continuation of flooring or other building materials from inside to outside.

Basically what you are trying to achieve is a blurring of the boundaries and to draw the eye outside.

Indoor outdoor spaces were a core belief of American Architect Frank Lloyd Wright. He argued that man and nature were one and should never be separated, and he strove to achieve balance between man’s need for shelter and his need to connect with nature.

He pioneered homes across the US from Buffalo, New York to the Arizona desert that incorporated indoor outdoor spaces and open plan living.

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You don’t need a modernist or post-modern house worthy of Frank Lloyd Wright to create indoor outdoor space. It can be achieved in a Victorian terrace, Georgian town house or a 20th century property.

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he Honda Civic has been around forever. It’s one of those Japanese brands that has never faded away or changed into anything else, and it’s remarkable to think it’s been on our roads since 1972.

The 2017 Civic is the 10th generation of the model, and Honda claims it wanted to bring back the essence of a practical, yet entertaining vehicle to drive. To do this, the firm has spent time re-engineering this fresh Civic from top to toe.

The all-new Honda Civic marks the introduction of two petrol units – a 1.0-litre three-cylinder ‘VTEC Turbo’ and a 1.5-litre four-cylinder power plant. The 1.0-litre yields 129PS, and will do 55mpg, while the 1.5-litre produces 182PS and 48mpg of fuel economy.

Undoubtedly, the tenth incarnation of the Civic is an improvement over the last model, handling well on the test route that we took it out on around Barcelona in Spain. And the new power units – of which we drove the 1.5-litre variant – are first-rate, with lots of keen delivery, although the 1.5 i-VTEC Turbo Sport is not as potent as its athletic body suggests.

The new ‘VTEC Turbo’ engine can be joined to a CVT automatic gearbox, but we’d recommend trying the six-speed manual gearbox as it feels excellent in the hand and gratifying to work with. It’s also to the Civic’s credit that it stays hushed and refined, regardless of the flashy undercurrent.

The design of the all-new Honda Civic has changed. The exiting model is rounder, but the new Civic is like a compact saloon. It looks wider and smoother around the nose area, and the rear has an angular, level shape.

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The 2017 Honda Civic will be made in Swindon, a factory that has turned out wellbuilt cars for some time now. The British plant will be constructing the model not just for the UK, but for the whole world. This is the inaugural ‘global’ Civic, meaning it’s being made with no specific changes for regions, other than the obvious adaptations for left and right-hand drive markets.

Topping the features of the new Civic is Honda’s ‘Connect’ infotainment unit, which is companionable with Android Auto and Apple Car Play operating systems. The other headliner, in terms of kit, is Honda’s safety technology bundle, known as ‘Sensing’.

It merges several bits of tech to keep you safe and sound. Features include lane keeping assistant, forward collision warning adaptive cruise control, and traffic sign recognition.

Due to changes to the structure of the Civic, the ‘Magic Seats’ that made for simple loading of big objects are now absent.

Despite this, the boot still holds a notable 478-litres, so it is by no means an issue.

Honda has announced the price-tag of its up-to-date Civic, and it will start from £18,335 increasing to £27,295, depending on which trim level you want.

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Propagator, ex con, Electric 59cm x 38cm £10.00. Contact 01205 365 281 2 x Tall Ikea CD/Video cabinets H203cm x W20cm x D17cm light oak, buyer to collect. £3.00 the pair Contact 01205 460897 B/S Lawn mower engines, Bosch hedge trimmers needing attention. £25.00. Contact 01775 761 623 Flymo brand hedge trimmer made by Husquvarna, good strong machine hardly used. £40.00 Contact 01775 761 623 Meccano No.1 Engineering, complete with instruction book. a

White bedside cabinet very good condition £10.00 buyer to collect. Contact 01205 460897

Wooden Dresser ideal for upcycling.

Collection from Weston PE12, £25. Contact 07736 447580.

collectable £35.00 ono. Contact 01406 423 696 Oak Writing bureau, nice condition. £45.00 ono. Contact 01406 423 696 Chocolate brown real leather manual single recliner VGC. £40.00 Contact 01775 767 642 Bookcase on caster 35” wide 44” high – Bargain £25.00.

Contact 01775 767 642 Large Shakespear fishing box VGC £18.00 or sensible offer.

Contact 01775 760 424 Slimline fridge/ freezer – Hardly used, VGC £50.00.

Contact 07445592670

Plant pots, plus free trays .

5” £2.00. Contact 01205 365 281

Electrically operated remote control reclining chair. and has Stain guard Certificate. Chair cost £850 accept £175 Ono. Contact 01775 766945

1955 Pye radio, good condition, £20.00ono. Vintage gramophone, blue case, nice condition, £60.00 ono. Vintage Banjo, good condition, £60.00 ono. Battery operated golf trolley and golf clubs £60.00 ono. Small drawing board £7.00.

Contact 01406 423 696 Used golf balls. 50 for £1.00.

Contact 01775 713951 Waste water carrier, tent for motor home, sun lounger for garden. Offers. Contact 01775 820 103 Wicker display/ shelf unit for books or ormnaments.

Exercise Bike. cost £79.00 as new – Bargain £35.00. Contact 01205 365281

Height 5ft x 2ft. Very light and manoeuvrable £10.00. Contact 01775 711080 Size 14 Ivory wedding dress.

Very flattering, lace and bling detail, corset style tie up back.

Worn once, no damage. £200.00 Please call Louise 07902472300.

Caravan sun canopy for sale.

Used only 3 times. Price: £40.00 Contact 01775 421337 Pine back door and accessories – Geom 2 panel clear double glazed external door, ready to paint H1981mm W762mm D44mm in original packaging. £80.00. Contact 01775 710191

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What’s on

May Entertainment Guide CLUBS • GROUPS • CLASSES

diary dates

v Monday

9.30am, 10.30am, 4.15pm and 7.30pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston.

T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, The Old School, St Marys Church,Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Yoga & Yoga Nidra at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space, Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@ mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am - 11.00am, Tai Chi, St Thomas Church Hall, London Road, T: 07789 893853 W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Conservative Club, 16 Main Ridge Boston.

T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.15am Music Bugs, Blackfriars Theatre, Boston, T: 0844 5781015, E: sarah@musicbugs.co.uk, W: www.musicbugs.co.uk 1.30pm Teddies Tunes, Kirton Methodist Church. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 1.30pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Kirton Town Hall Station Rd Kirton.T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:45pm-4:30pm Short Mat Bowls Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: S Maddy 01205 365250 2-4pm Monday and Tuesday, Art with Paul, classic, modern all styles welcome every to book call 01205 837172 2pm to 3pm Gentle Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 5.00pm - 9.00pm: Children and Teen Ballet Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 5pm-6.30pm. Street Dance Classes.

Fenside Community Centre, Taverner Road, Boston, PE21 8NL. 10-16 year olds. £2 per session. Please contact Lauren at Lauren.

Williams@litc.org.uk or on 07747271824 for more details. TERM TIME ONLY 6.00pm – 6.45pm Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Children’s beginners class. 3 Merlin Terrace, Marsh Lane, Boston, PE21 7SB. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on mobile: 07710444662 or email: kuksoolwonboston@gmail.com 7.00pm - 7.45pm Ladies Belly Dance, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325. W: www. ajdance.com 7.30pm Badminton, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: 01205 367167 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training and agility, Leverton. T: Nicki 01205 480869 7.30pm – 8.45pm - Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Adult class, Boston High School, Spilsby Road, Boston, PE21 9PF. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on 07710444662 8.00pm - 8.45pm Zumba, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3 per session.

T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.45pm - 9.30pm BurleX Fitness AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3.50 per session. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com

v Tuesday

9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Danny Flear Community Centre, Frieston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 10.00am – 11.00am Tai Chi, Conservative Club, Main Ridge West, T:07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am – 12.00pm, Tuesday Club, for art, painting, cookery etc, Unitarian Church, Spayne Road, Boston, (near the Gliderdrome), T: 07857625792, E: rogers1emma@sky.com 10.00am – 4.00pm, Country Roads Quilters, Sibsey Village hall, T: 01205

750562 10.00am – 12.00pm Short Health Walk - Boston Library County Hall T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30- 12 noon Boston Parkinsons Café, third Tuesday of every month, St Barnabas day Hospice, Green Lane, Boston PE21 9ND. Contact 01205 366036 or 01205 760129 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 10.30 - 11.30 & 11.30 - 12.30 Tuesday & Thursday Twistercise 60’s & 70’s dance workout at Boston Body Hub Unit 2 20 Wide Bargate near the park entrance come and sing and dance yourself fit, to book call Debbie on 01205 837172.

12.30pm - 3.00pm and 7.00pm Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 2.00pm – 4.00pm Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 4.45pm - 7.45pm: Children and Teen Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 6pm to 7pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7.00pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt.

W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.30pm Salsa Class –£5, Conservative Club Boston, all levels catered for, T: Emma 01205 351680 7.45pm - 8.30pm: Adult Tap Dancing Class T: 01205 352104 W: www.ajdance. com 8pm - Boston Sub Aqua Club, at the Geoff Moulder Training Pool, Why not come along and learn to Scuba Dive.

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v Wednesday

Boot Camp Work Wednesday and Saturday out at Boston Body Hub. Call Debbie on 01205 837172 Market Day – Louth and Boston 9.30am - Teddies Tunes, St Thomas’s Church Hall Boston, music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 9.30am - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Mum & Baby Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099. jayne@ mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am -2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt. Boston, W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: 01205 280276 10.00am – 11.00am - Pilates, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 354509 or 07702 520684 10.00am-12.30pm - Crafts With a Cuppa - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10:30am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - Zion Methodist Church Brothertoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30am - Ladies Salsa Class - Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 Free Live Music with Pete Wray - Every other Wednesday, Drill Hall, Lincoln T: 01522 873834

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10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 11am-12 Wednesday and Sundays 10.30am-11.30am & 11.30am12.30am. Mandala mindful yoga in a relaxing and restful centre, reduce stress and relax. call 01205 837172 1.30pm-3pm – Crafty Lot! – craft sessions for everyone. First 3 Wednesday each month, Boston body Hub. 07568387809 1.30pm -3pm – Boston Fibromyalgia Group – craft sessions, last Wednesday of every month, Boston Body Hub 07568387809 2-4pm Wednesday, Craft club, papier Mache, dough dolls, knitting and much more call 01205 837172 2.00pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk, Mayfields Broadfield Lane Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01025 354320 2.00pm – 4.00pm Blackfriars WI afternoon meeting. 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Len Medlock Centre Boston.

T: 01205 368549 5.00pm - 9.15 pm: Teen and Adult Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 5.30pm-7pm. 8-16 Years Aerial Classes Peter Paine Performance Centre, Rosebery Avenue, Boston, PE21 7QR. Ages 16+. £5 per session. Please contact Lauren at Lauren.Williams@litc.org.uk or on 07747271824 for more details. TERM TIME ONLY 7.00pm-9.00pm Boston Art Group, Centenary Church Hall.

7.00pm to 9.00pm. Martial Art/Self Defence Class at Haven Academy, Marian Rd Boston. First class is FREE. T: Stuart Lawson 07792 937930 E: stuartlawson@tiscali.co.uk W: www.issogaitaijutsu.yolasite.com 7.00pm - 9.00pm Knitting & Crochet Class for all levels. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www.thedesignstudio. vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 for details. Every last Wednesday in the month 7.15pm to 8.30pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing. com 7.15 - 9.30pm Womens Institute, We meet on the second Wednesday of the month between 7.15 and 9.30pm at Sibsey Northlands Hall, T: 01205 750562 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training, Eastville.

T: Nicki 01205 480869 7.30pm- 9pm. Adult Aerial Classes Peter Paine Performance Centre, Rosebery Avenue, Boston, PE21 7QR. Ages 16+. £5 per session. Please contact Lauren at Lauren.Williams@litc.org.uk or on 07747271824 for more details. TERM TIME ONLY 8.00pm - 11.00pm - Social Club for Divorced, Separated and Widowed – Queen of Spades, Wellington Road, Boston, T: 07842 543499

v Thursday

9.30am - Teddies Tunes - Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 9.30am - 11.30am, Drop-In for Coffee and Chat, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston T: 01205 369731, W: www.zionmethodistchurch-boston. co.uk 10.00am to 11am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing. com 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk, Swineshead Church Hall, Market Place, Swineshead, T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.00am-12.30am - Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10.30am–12.30pm Art Classes, Ceramics, Oil and Pastel 1pm-4pm and

7pm-9pm. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 12.00pm - 3.00pm Knitting & Craft Club. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. T: Joyce 01205 280276 1:00 - 2:00pm, Tai Chi, Boston Body Control Studio, The Old School, Saint Mary’s Church, Horncastle Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 1.00pm – 3.00pm Boston Art Group, Wings Meadow, Frieston Rd. Boston 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk - St Thomas Church Hall London Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:30pm - 3:30pm - Caring Companions Boston and District, POP-IN, Pensioners Hall behind Marks and Spencer, T: Jenny 01205 280717 or Alan 01205 871465 5pm-6pm. Dance and Disabilities Classes Geoff Moulder Leisure Centre, Rowley Road, Boston PE21 6JE. £2 per session. Please contact Lauren at Lauren.

Williams@litc.org.uk or on 07747271824 for more details. TERM TIME ONLY 6.15pm Line Dancing – Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 6.30pm – 7.30pm Weight Watchers, Community Church Hall, Fishtoft 6.30pm – 8.30pm - Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 6.45pm to 8.15pm Yoga & Yoga Nidra at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing. com 7.00 - 8.30pm, Tai Chi, Boston Grammar School, Rowley Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 7.00pm to 9.00pm SOLO Classical Guitar Ensemble, (monthly), 6 Market Street, Sleaford, Lincs, NG34 7SF. T: 01205 355656 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm - 10.00pm Frampton WI 2nd Thursday of every month (not August) Held at Frampton Village Hall, Middlegate Road, Frampton.Tel: Vanessa 07955 763473 7.15pm – 10.00pm Amber Hill W.I. 2nd Thursday of every month. Held at “The Loft” Hubberts Bridge Community Centre.

T: Cindy 01205 367890 7.15pm - Fitness Fusion Class – Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.30 - 8.15 pm: BurleX Fitness, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.15 - 9.00 pm: Zumba, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance. com

v Friday

Market Day – Louth, Alford and Sleaford 9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 10.00am - 2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt, Boston www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk, T: 01205 280276 10.00am-1.00pm - New Horizons – for people with mental health problems.

Methodist Church, St Leonards Drive, Chapel St Leonards. T: 07901 611256 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk - Boston Sports and Social Club Fishtoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1pm -3pm Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Job club New Life Community Church in Kirton (Main Road A16 - PE20 1QJ) Tel Carol Lidgett on 07704695870 1.15pm Tiny Toes (18m-3yrs) Wyberton Parish Hall 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane Old Leake T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1.30pm – 3.30pm - Line-dancing, The Ridlington Rooms 4.30pm - 9.00pm: Belly Dancing and Musical Theatre Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www.ajdance.com

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6.00pm Pilates, The Old School, Boston Control Studio, The Old School, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston.

PE21 9BU. T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.00pm – 8.30pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.00pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Mordern Jive, Cha Cha, Merengue. Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners. T: 07737 064128 7.00pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre, T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.15pm Dance Party – Every last Friday of the month, 7pm beginners Salsa Lesson, Advanced Salsa lesson. 8.30pm party starts, non-dancers welcome, Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. T: 07737 064128 7.30pm – 10.00pm, Wrangle Youth Club, Wrangle Youth Centre (PE22 9DL).

T: Jayne 07751 051862 or Jason 07943 512636 7.30pm, Bingo, Sutterton Village Hall, Park Avenue, Sutterton. T: 01205 460459

v Saturday

Wills Roller disco at Peter Paine Performance Centre. Now open every Saturday, times vary please look at our Facebook page or Call 07501128832 9.00am - 5.30pm: Children’s Dance Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www. ajdance.com Wedding First Dance Classes - Times to be arranged. Nr Pilgrim, Boston.

T: 07737064128 10.00am – 11.00am Footie Tots, 18 months to 5 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www. cmssports.co.uk 10.00am – 11.30am Soccer Club, 5 to 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www.cmssports.co.uk 10.00am - 4.00pm Felting. Felting demonstrations & workshops. Antons Gowt, Boston. W: www.thedesignstudio. vpweb.co.uk. T: 01205 280276.

Every first Saturday in the month.

10.30am to 11.30am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing. com 10.30am – 11.30am Go-Ride Cycling for 4 - 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Rosebery Avenue, Boston, T: 07507 291912, W: www.bostonwheelerscc.org. uk/goride.htm 6.30pm – 11.30pm Line Dancing, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 366810 7.30pm till late Dance Party - Every third Saturday of the month. The Witham Tavern, Boston. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome, dancers and non-dancers.

Food available. T: 07737 064128

v Sunday

Fitness Shred Class – Mixture of training level 1, Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 2.00pm Sarber Dog Training, Antons Gowt. T: Nicki 01205 480869 6pm Sunday Sound Bathing & relaxation every month at Boston Body Hub call Debbie on 01205 837172 6.30pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Bachata, Tango, Rueda. Upstairs at the White Hart Hotel. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners. T: 07737 064128 2pm Country Music Concert – once a month, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane, Please call for dates. Tel 01205 870 983 or 01205 363 757

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