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Welcome

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to the August issue

Peter’s Notes

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For me my summer holiday is over – we spent a lovely week in Portugal but for many this month is all about jetting off or packing up the car for the annual vacation. I have to say I do have lots of envy at my friends and family who are about to leave for warmer locations.

I am now down to single figure weeks for my upcoming nuptials and I have to say a little bit of panic has crept in. What have I forgotten? What will the weather be like? And the one thing we still aren’t able to decide on is flowers and with an impending deadline we need to make decisions and fast! The scary thing for me is the next time I write my welcome will be my last as a Willerton and a single lady – that will make it seem all the more real come 4 weeks’ time.

I hope whatever your plans for the summer holidays it’s full of sun, fun and happy memories.

Until next month.

Library News

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Page 10 Citizens Advice

Page 12 Community Policing

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Antiques Roadshow at Belton Hall

Page 17 Child’s Education Plan

Page 21 The Embassy at Skegness

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Your Pond in Summer

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Update and Refresh Your Home

Page 35 Motoring

Page 36 Handy Contacts

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What’s On

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Hello! With the warm weather and long evenings here to enjoy, we thought we’d do a little something on pub grub this issue. And round here we’re spoilt for choice! Whether it’s a good Sunday lunch or a tapas evening to enjoy with friends, hop in the car (or dare I say get on your bike or take a walk) and take your pick. Somehow food always tastes better if you are sitting outside so choose a warm evening and dine al fresco!

Elsewhere in the issue we look at the little tricks you can do to update your home without having to spend thousands – some of the hints and tips you will wish you had thought of before!

Enjoy the issue.

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NEWS

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Memorial appeal Generous donations continue to come in for the borough’s memorial to mark the centenary of the First World War. The latest is £200 from Old Leake Parish Council.

Donations made so far, by the public, councillors, parish councils, businesses, groups and schools, have taken the fund well over the half way mark towards the total cost of £4,200.

Appeal organiser, Andrew Malkin, Boston Borough Council’s communications manager, said: “The aim has always been to raise the memorial by public subscription and dedicate it to the people, by the people. It is an opportunity for all those who care about the hard-won freedoms we all enjoy today to show that by honouring the many lives sacrificed 100 years ago.

“We are getting there but would welcome any donation, no matter how small. All who give will have their donation recognised by having their name, not the amount they have given, listed on a public scroll of honour.”

The appeal has been launched by Boston Borough Council, Boston and District Branch of the Royal British Legion, Boston Branch of the Royal Air Forces Association, Canal Zoners and the Boston Veterans Memorial Plaque Committee.

You can make a donation to the appeal using the council’s online payment facility at www.boston.gov.uk – go to “Donations to WW1 Memorial Appeal - using a debit or credit card; in person at the Municipal Buildings using a debit or credit card, cheque

or cash; or by post using a cheque.

Cheques should be made payable to Boston Borough Council and “Boston First World War Memorial Appeal” should be written on the reverse to indicate what the payment is for.

Frank Thompson, of the Boston Veterans Memorial Plaque Committee, will be collecting for the memorial at the town’s Asda store on Thursday, Friday and Sunday, June 26, 27 and 29.

A late change of plan will ensure the memorial will stand proud in Boston’s Memorial Gardens for generations to come – a mark of tribute and thanks for the 843 from this area who gave their lives and others who were casualties 100 years ago.

Representatives of ex-servicemen’s groups in the borough advised that they would prefer to see a more traditional stone memorial in Boston’s Memorial Gardens rather than an earlier proposal for a pair of ornate handcrafted memorial benches.

The veterans had initial concerns about the addition of a single stone memorial upsetting the symmetry and balance of the carefullydesigned gardens. The benches had been accepted as an affordable and acceptable compromise until a local stonemason made a very generous offer of a memorial in granite, free of any charge for labour.

Memorial stonemason Richard King, of Long Sutton, said: “I wanted to show support

for such a worthy cause and offered to waive my labour costs so the appeal fund only has to pay for materials and delivery and installation.

My family has relatives who died in the First World War so this project means a lot to me.”

The larger-scale memorial offered by Mr King overcomes initial objections to a single memorial which it was felt would clash with a pair of similar smaller memorials already in Memorial Gardens, upsetting the symmetry.

It has been proposed to site the new memorial in a line between the main war memorial and the flagpole.

One face on the memorial will be left blank for engraving in four years to mark the end of the centenary of the First World War. It is planned to dedicate the new memorial at this year’s Armistice Day ceremony on November 11.

There will be a service of commemoration in Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, August 4, to mark the 100-year anniversary of the very day that war was declared.

“In an ideal world we would have had the dedication of the new memorial on this day in August. But we wanted to be sure that we achieved the best for Boston and for the Memorial Gardens – the memorial will be there for a long time to come.

“We are very grateful to Mr King for his very generous offer. The memorial is much grander than anything we had hoped for and its dedication on this Armistice Day, 100 years on from the start of the war, will have added poignancy.”

Church Celebrations There are celebrations abound in the Boston area this year as parishoners celebrate 900 years of the building of St. Guthlac’s first stone church in Fishtoft, the 1300th anniversary of the death of Guthlac in April 11th 714 and the 18th anniversary of Reverend Marc Cooper’s arrival at Fishtoft.

On Sunday April 6th Bishop Christopher came to lead a service of remembrance. A Family Service incorporating the story of Guthlac’s life was held. The Chancel was lined with reeds, through which the congregation walked. In the sanctuary there was a model of a wattle and daub hut standing before the altar. This was the sort of dwelling that Guthlac would have lived in at Crowland in the fens of Lincolnshire.

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The Mayor of Boston and Councillors from Boston and the Parish came to help celebrate.

On Saturday 16th August there will be a village gala day on the playing field in Fishtoft, with a stall telling people about St. Guthlac’s and inviting people to hang prayers on a Prayer Tree. These prayers will then be incorporated in an Open Air Service, which Revd Marc Cooper will be leading, on the playing field the following day.

The following weekend, August 23/24/25, will be a Flower Festival entitled ‘God’s Garden’ in our Church, in which we will depict St. Guthlac in flowers in the Sanctuary. The church will also be decorated with arrangements to commemorate the lives of loved ones.

On the evening of Friday 22nd there will be a cheese and wine evening with music by the Haven Singers and on Sunday evening at 6.30pm there will be a ‘Songs of Praise’ service.

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Commons’ immigration seminar A Westminster conference has heard how Boston is leading the way on impact of immigration issues, rogue landlords and street drinking.

Cllr Peter Bedford, leader of Boston Borough Council, and Cllr Paul Kenny, chairman of the group which published a report on the impact of population change in Boston, both spoke to MPs at the House of Commons in London.

The seminar of the East Midlands Strategic Migration Group, which Cllr Kenny chairs, with the East Midlands All Parliamentary Party Group (APPG) of MPs and leaders of councils in the East Midlands, heard about efforts already being made in Boston to counter some of the negative impacts of population change.

Cllr Bedford said: “There was much interest in the work we are doing

around rogue landlords, which is producing good results, and support for my appeal for Government funding for this for the next two years.”

Alan Hardwick, Lincolnshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, recommended the council’s impact of population change as essential reading. He said it pointed the way for issues requiring examination by any area experiencing population change.

Cllr Bedford said: “Boston is leading the way on this, working with rogue landlords and controls on street drinking. As a small borough in rural Lincolnshire we have tackled issues around a taboo subject which are now being taken up nationally by MPs and Government.”

Cllr Kenny presented

an overview of population change and local impact.

The summit brought together key decision-makers on migration at national and local level to identify and explore the key issues as they affect local communities and the provision of public services in the East Midlands. It will support the development of a report to be presented to Government in the summer.

Boston Borough Council has already received a national award from the national Centre for Public Scrutiny for its work on population change.

Cllr Paul Kenny, who chaired the in-depth investigation in Boston into the impact of population change, joined the Centre for Public Scrutiny judging panel to short list entries for this year’s awards.

Wrangle play area opens Wrangle’s red letter day on June 27 was celebrated by all 72 pupils from the village primary school, for the big occasion was all for them – the official opening of a new play area on the village playing field.

The children christened all the new equipment – from the more sedate and traditional swings and slide through to thrilling ultra-modern equipment such as the multi-passenger snake ride.

Parish council chairman, Cllr George Danby, explained that older play equipment in the field had to be taken away as it became unusable.

The new fenced play area was installed thanks to a £67,617 grant from WREN (from the Landfill Communities Fund), £8,000 from the parish council, £5,000 from Wrangle Consolidated

Charities and a £500 donation from Cllr Peter Bedford, leader of Boston Borough Council, from Lincolnshire County Council’s Big Society Fund.

NEWS

Lights Out A famous war time quote referred to lamps going out all over Europe. Foreign Secretary Sir Edward Grey added, in August, 1914, “We shall not see them lit again in our lifetime”.

He made his famous statement as Britain’s ultimatum to Germany was about to expire, plunging us into the First World War. LIGHTS OUT is an invitation for everyone to mark the centenary of the beginning of the First World War by turning their lights out… all except one, for a shared national moment of reflection from 10pm to 11pm on Monday, August 4.

Boston Borough Council will leave just a single light burning in its buildings and will light a candle to burn for the hour at the War Memorial in Memorial Gardens. Boston Police Cadets will maintain a vigil over the candle for the hour. At the same time a candlelit vigil will be kept at Westminster Abbey Cllr Peter Bedford, leader of Boston Borough Council, said: “I am appealing for all who live and do business in the borough to observe the lights out hour and leave just a single light on, displayed through a window.

“Single lights dotted throughout the town and villages will have a real poignancy and will demonstrate our gratitude for the actions of those who made such sacrifices for the freedoms we enjoy today.”

Those who join in LIGHTS OUT will be among people across the four nations, and will be part of official commemorations of the centenary.

If you belong to a group or organisation planning to mark the event in your own special way could you please let the council know. Contact Pauline Chapman, 01205 314492 or email pauline.chapman@boston. gov.uk

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General Boston Police Station ...................................... 01205 366222 Boston Borough Council ................................ 01205 314200 Post Office ......................................................... 08457 22 33 44 Citizens Advice Bureau .................................. 08444 111 444 Childline ...................................................................... 0800 1111 Boston Library.................................................... 01522 782010 Registration of Births ...................................... 01522 782244 6 | www.simplyboston.co.uk | SIMPLY BOSTON

If you would like to contact Peter with a specific question, please email info@simplyboston.co.uk

Each issue Peter Bedford, leader of Boston Borough Council, discusses the important topics in and around Boston The council’s end-of-year performance report shows progress we have made and my thanks go to members, staff and borough residents for the way in which we have managed some of the most difficult times.

A constant theme during this period of intense austerity has been doing more with less.

There have been a number of successes, which will be highlighted in our annual report when it comes out shortly. But we will not be resting on our laurels – the report will also tell the truth about areas where we still need to do better.

There has been good news on revitalising and promoting the town and borough – footfall went up by three per cent in 2013/14, reversing a downward trend which had persisted for the previous three years.

Empty shops in the town centre this April were down to 13.6 per cent compared with 15.3 per cent the previous year. And unemployment in Boston fell from 3.4 per cent to 2.5 per cent.

We will be examining reasons for a decline in car parking tickets sold and a small reduction in market occupancy, although that bounced back up ahead of target in March.

The crime rate saw a small fall in 2013/14, with big decreases in domestic burglary, vehicle crime and criminal damage. It is pleasing to note a 22.7 per cent reduction in incidents of anti-social behaviour.

We are catching up on a backlog of food safety inspections and have met or exceeded our targets for improving housing standards and helping provide affordable homes.

There were 33 per cent fewer incidents of fly tipping, an increase in recycling and composting rates and more borough residents were enjoying healthy walks and visits to the Geoff Moulder swimming pools.

Our council tax and business rates collections were above target. Our Have Your Say survey for 2013/14 showed an increase in people’s satisfaction rates with the council and the areas people

live in. Refuse, recycling and garden waste collections showed the highest satisfaction levels.

Sadly, one of the highest dissatisfaction levels remains street cleanliness – a new environmental crime strategy has been drawn up to deal with this. But it must be remembered that the cause is people who litter, fly tip and refuse to take responsibility for their own waste.

On the financial side we ended the year with a £41,000 revenue budget underspend and had additional income from planning services, sharing our office space and more customers through the doors at the swimming pools and gym.

We invested in our CCTV system – helping to make Boston a safer place to be.

The borough council has been doing good work tackling rogue landlords thanks in part to some extra Government funding we received. Which is why we will be making a bid for two further years funding for this important work.

The £41,000 underspend from last year’s budget assisted with the work tackling rogue landlords and Cabinet has approved reallocation of a further £97,386 New Homes Bonus funding to support this important work.

Many in the Boston area in the private sector are good landlords who, while we appreciate they let property as a business, do care about their tenants and pay heed to what the law requires. They have nothing to worry about.

Those who are rogue landlords will receive a visit from our enforcement team, and they certainly do have something to worry about. The main thrust of our work is to ensure that tenants are living in accommodation which is suitable and meets current safety and hygiene standards.

We are now dealing with quite a number of cases where there are concerns about levels between floors, fire risks, unsafe electrical systems, unsuitable kitchen conditions and general hygiene and safety issues. We are also looking at overcrowding and, in the case of licensable homes of multiple occupation (HMOs) that all licence conditions are being met.

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LIBRARY NEWS

By Boston library staff, Boston Library

Adult choice

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Raising Steam

by Terry Pratchett

Gnomes, Gnomes, Gnomes

by Anne Fine

Library News

The first steam train has arrived in Ankh Morpork and the Patrician, Lord Vetinari knows just the man to ensure its success. For Moist Von Lipwig, it’s an offer too good to refuse, but can he outwit a fat controller, dwarves and a whole host of other obstacles to meet his deadline?

Witty and with excellent characterisation, Pratchett will take you on a rollicking ride through the Discworld meeting well-loved characters along the way. It doesn’t matter if you’re not a fan of Pratchett, a Steampunk or a train spotter; you’ll love the 40th Discworld novel, by the award winning author.

Sam is a boy who loves to make clay gnomes.

When his mum bans them from the house, Sam puts them in the garden shed. The trouble starts when Sam’s mum needs the shed to help out an elderly neighbour and the gnomes end up at a car boot sale.

Find out what happens next in this funny, charming tale by the well-loved children’s writer. Suitable for early readers, as well as those who love to be read to.

Summer Reading Challenge – July to September 2014 - Read at least 6 books to get certificates, stickers and other prizes in this summer’s Summer Reading Challenge Mythical Maze. For more information ask at the library or visit: www.summerreadingchallenge. org.uk/.

Cabinets of Curiosity. Friday 1st August 9.00 – 1.00 Sculpture workshop, suitable for all ages. Build architectural sculptures made of recycled paper materials. This event has been organised by Transported, a community based art group as part of their Open Book project in static and mobile libraries in Boston Borough and South Holland this summer.

Admission is free Mythical Maze Craft Activity Saturday 16th August and Monday 18th August 10.30-11.30 A fun craft activity, part of the Summer Reading Challenge. For ages 4-11, admission 60p. Please book as places are limited.

Storytime Friday 22nd August 2.00 – 2.30pm – stories, rhymes and crafts for young children and their families.

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If you need help learning to use a computer, Boston Library is able to help with friendly, personalised tuition. Ask library staff for more details or phone 01522 782010

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Advice

Hedging your bets

by Stuart Hellon

With summer here the garden is blooming. Green shoots are springing up all over perhaps a few too many?

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edges can become a problem at this time of year. If your neighbour’s hedge is getting out of control, read on …

The best way to deal with the issue is to talk to your neighbour. You have to continue to live near each other and it is better if you are on good terms. Calling in the council or going to court might make matters worse.

Before you speak to your neighbour, think about what the problem really is and how it affects you. For instance, does the hedge block the light to the main rooms in your house so that you have to keep the lights on all the time?

Is it pushing over your fence? Are the roots damaging your path and making it dangerous?

Decide what you want. How much smaller would you like the hedge to be?

How can it be kept to this size?

Meet the neighbour face to face. This is usually better than pushing a note through the door. Don’t rush them into a discussion – they need time to think as well. Invite the neighbour into your home so that they can see things from your side of the hedge.

It may be more difficult if you have already fallen out with your neighbour over the hedge. In this case you might want to make the first contact by letter, but be very careful what you say. Don’t be rude or angry – this will only make things worse. It is in both your interests to try and sort things out so stay cool and calm. Focus on the way forward

rather than past disagreements.

If you can meet with your neighbour, be prepared to be honest and say how you feel. Don’t accuse, insult or blame and don’t charge in with a list of demands. Be prepared to listen to your neighbour’s point of view without interrupting, even if you don’t agree.

Only by trying to understand each other’s point of view will you reach a lasting solution.

If your neighbour refuses to discuss the problem you could try mediation.

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Crackdown on BIG 3 property crimes

Boston’s Community Policing teams are launching a three-strand crime prevention initiative aimed at reducing the three main property crimes that affect people the most in the town

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f all crimes, Boston residents are statistically more likely to become a victim of domestic burglary, theft from motor vehicle or theft of bicycle than any other crime.

The most serious and upsetting of these is domestic burglary which can have a profound effect on victims that lasts for years. Particularly in the summer months, a number of burglaries occur because people have left doors unlocked or large windows open that can be easily seen and accessed by criminals. As part of the crime prevention initiative, officers out on patrol will be actively looking for unattended, insecure property and they will leave a crime prevention leaflet through the door pointing out the particular insecurity in that property.

In a similar way, officers will also be looking out for insecure vehicles or ones where valuables have been left clearly in view of potential thieves. When such a vehicle is seen, they will try and locate the owner if they are nearby, or otherwise write them a letter.

Boston also sees an increase in thefts of bicycles during the warmer months of the year, as people use their bikes more. To combat this, Boston officers are making use of a “Sting Bike “, a normal bicycle in every respect apart from one interesting modification; a covert tracking device that can be monitored by Police.

“The “Sting Bike” is placed in various locations around the town and we simply wait for it to be stolen. As soon as the thief moves the bike, it sends a message to us and we can follow its movements, allowing us to capture the thief and recover the bike”.

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In addition to the sting bike, officers are also using a more overt two-wheeled deterrent. Thanks to staff and students at Boston College, a bicycle has been given a high-visibility makeover bearing the message to potential bike thieves that they are being watched.

Engineering Programme Area Manager, Lee Crisp, said, “It has been a great opportunity for students to be involved in a hands-on exercise that has given them practical experience in dismantling and rebuilding a bicycle whilst at the same time highlighting the issue of theft. Many college students are cyclists and could potentially become victims of bike theft so we’re happy to support local police and we’re looking forward to running the project again with next year’s students”.

What I wish to say to people is please take care of your property and don’t leave it vulnerable to thieves. Some people say that if someone wants to steal something they will anyway, whatever the measures taken to protect it. This simply isn’t true. Many thieves are pure opportunists who don’t set out to steal but when confronted with something that is an easy target, they can’t help themselves and steal it. The harder you make something to steal, the less chance you have of it being stolen. Please do your bit to protect your property and we will do ours and together we can lower your chances of being a victim of the three big property crimes.

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Antiques Roadshow

The Antiques Roadshow comes to Belton ❱ BY VICKY SENKEY-DUNN

Do you suspect there’s a Leonardo in your loft or some Clarice Cliff in your cupboards? Well this summer’s your chance to find out!

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“The record for the most expensive item has stood since 2008, when a bronze prototype scale model of Antony Gormley’s sculpture Angel of the North was given a stunning valuation of £1 million...”

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s if a visit to the beautiful Belton House and grounds wasn’t enough of an incentive to get in the car and head off for a day out, July 31 sees the Antiques Roadshow filming there for their new series. Following its tried and tested format, some of Britain’s leading antique and fine arts specialists will be on hand to offer free advice and valuations to visitors. If you think that you have a valuable antique in your possession or own a piece that is a mystery to you then now is the time to get it out and find out if it is indeed a treasure or simply full of sentimental value. Doors are open from 9:30am to 4:30pm.

Fiona Bruce is again presenting, and this will be her seventh series. Series editor Simon Shaw says: “Fiona and the team are really looking forward to their visit. Although we can never predict what will come to light, every show brings big surprises, which is what makes working on the show so exciting. So, on behalf of all of the experts, we’re asking the people of Lincolnshire to dig out their treasures!”

Will Belton House be the setting of the Roadshow’s biggest ever find? Only time will tell. The record for the most expensive item has stood since 2008, when a bronze prototype scale model of Antony Gormley’s sculpture Angel of the North was given a stunning valuation of £1 million by expert Philip Mould.

Imagine taking that back home on the bus! Surely

“Fiona and the team are really looking forward to their visit.

Although we can never predict what will come to light, every show brings big surprises, which is what makes working on the show so exciting.” with so many categories of antique it is only a matter of time before that valuation is smashed again.

If you are undecided about whether or not to go, the trick is to be brave. If you have an inkling that you might have something with historical interest then don’t hesitate, even if it is small or not particularly attractive. And conversely, don’t let the size of your antiques put you off, if you have large pieces of furniture or other big items then before you bring them out you can first send details and photographs to: Antiques Roadshow, BBC, Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2LR. By starting in this way it saves you a wasted journey with a large piece. If the details you send are of interest to the Antiques Roadshow team it may be possible to arrange to look at the item in advance and organise transportation to the venue. And be prepared to laugh it off if it is worth very little. If nothing else you will have had a great day out.

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Throughout the summer months the Boston Heating team take to the road and you will find them at many of the area’s county fairs. Not only are they raising awareness of the company but they have working stoves so you can see them in action!

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With a rich history, any trip to Skegness must include a visit to the Embassy Theatre

day out in Skegness provides you with a wealth of entertainment options.

Whatever you like to do, be it very little or an action packed few hours then you will find something for you. Most visits start with a trip to the golden sands of the beach with an ice cream and a donkey ride thrown in for the kids. If the beach is a little too sedate for you then you can sample the Laser Quest, Butlins, Skegness Pier or the Pleasure Beach. But whilst there is a wide choice during the day, the evenings well and truly belong to The Embassy Theatre.

Operating all year round with a dedicated team of over 30 people, who have a strong passion for the work they do, along with a team of very willing volunteers, they work hard to provide top class entertainment. The sheer variety of shows is staggering with a comedian performing one day and an ice show on the next. The entertainment listings are hotly anticipated each year as you never know what you are going to see next.

Built in 1926 the first Embassy building, known as The Piazza, dominated the Grand Parade. Rather than a theatre it began as a dance hall where a small orchestra provided the music. Over time its popularity grew and became a staple for those visiting. Sadly, in January 1978, the Pier was destroyed in a storm leaving the theatre stranded at sea. The Embassy was rebuilt as an auditorium in 1982. It remained that way until 1999 when another redevelopment saw it massively expand. As well as expansion of the auditorium the area surrounding it

was also developed to include an outdoor pool, chalets, a health and fitness suite, letting units and an arts room. Since then the Embassy has become a mainstay during the summer season with stars returning again and again.

Hundreds of stars from all areas of entertainment have performed at the Embassy over the years including: George Formby, Danny La Rue, Des O’Connor, Rod Hull & Emu, Barbara Dickson, David Essex, Norman Wisdom, Ruthie Henshall, Chinese State Circus, Eddie Floyd, Geno Washington, Frankie Vaughan, Eartha Kitt, Alan Carr, The Drifters, Billy Ocean, Al Murray, Lenny Henry, Jim Davidson, Brian Conley, Jimmy Carr, Jason Donovan, Danni Minogue, Joe Pasquale, Peter Andre, Lee Mead and Jools Holland.

As well as special events the Embassy hosts many other events which are community based. It works closely with the local schools, many of whom use it for their end of year speech days. It also holds regular blood donor sessions and the theatre becomes the hub for many varied events such as Get Safe For Summer and the SO Festival along with being the chosen venue for a variety of conferences. Due to the size of the venue it is also hugely popular during pantomime season.

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Health, Hair & Beauty

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“After the consultation comes the fun part, choosing your preferences!”

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iamond Vapours are an e-cigarette and e-liquid specialist based at South Street in Boston. They are on a big mission, to stop all things smoke related. Along with their 2 other shops in Lincoln in Gainsborough they offer a light and airy environment for you to come along and learn more about what they have to offer and take the first step towards becoming smoke free.

E-cigarettes are battery powered vapourisers which mimic smoking by producing vapour which looks like smoke by using a heating element to vapourise e-liquid. Whilst early e-cigarettes looked just like a regular tobacco cigarette, today they look very different. Using e-cigarettes and e-liquids are a great way of slowly reducing your nicotine intake, your hands still have something to do and you can come away from the cigarette flavour and choose from the 50 flavours in store.

If you are thinking about stopping smoking then the best thing to do is to come into the store and take advantage of the knowledge and experience of the staff. By asking a few quick questions such as how many cigarettes a day you currently smoke and how you would best like to stop (gradually or quickly), they will be able to establish the right products for you. Each flavour is available with differing strengths of nicotine ranging from 24mg to none at all.

After the consultation comes the fun part, choosing your preferences! Firstly you need to choose your battery size and these come in a variety of colours from plain black to blinged pink. Then you can start to take a look at flavours of which there are many. You can choose anything from a cigarette flavour to some of the more fun and quirky flavours such as lemon sherbet and cherry cola. Diamond Vapours offer a ‘try before you buy’ service so you can make sure you enjoy the flavours you have chosen before you purchase them.

A starter pack is available for just £28 which includes • your ecigarette • battery • charger • starter liquids • Comes with safety bag After top up cost add 3 for £10. After that all you need to do is pop back for top-up liquids. Top ups cost just £4 a bottle and should last just under a week, dependent on how many times you use

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GOODBARNS YARD Formerly known as the Wormgate, Goodbarns Yard is located in the most historic part of Boston. It is fronted by a medieval street, which runs northwards away from the Boston Stump, parallel to the River Witham.

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Gone are the days of a ‘Pie and a Pint’, these days the food a pub has to offer can be as important as the drink

oday people will travel great distances to pubs with a reputation for good food, and those who have sampled it are only too happy to shout about it, with websites like TripAdvisor allowing you to evaluate the experiences of others before trying it yourself. Pubs which are renowned for their food are often known for a specific type of food, with the most popular being Sunday Roast. Sunday lunch is a meal increasingly eaten out rather than at home. It’s a great opportunity for the whole family to get together, enjoy a good meal and each other’s company. Carvery is the most popular choice with cooked meat being freshly sliced as you stand there and you are able to take your choice from freshly prepared vegetables and trimmings. It gives traditional Sunday lunch a much larger selection that you could put out on your dining room table at home!

Traditional pub fayre is also making something of a comeback with gourmet versions of old favourites such as pies and fish and chips back on the menu. Another regular staple is the Specials Board which adds further variety to the menu. This usually consists of dishes you wouldn’t make for yourself at home and can make a nice change to your usual diet. You can expect to find a wide variety of fish on these boards! Some pubs will also be more than happy to recommend the best drink to have with your meal to make it a truly all round experience. Children’s menus are also becoming more varied and healthier than ever – no more chicken in a basket for the kids!!

Sharing platters are really popular at the moment with people going to the pub in the early evenings for a drink and a quick bite to eat. These usually have something for everyone and is easier than having sandwiches or choosing some side dishes between you. Aside from anything else it makes a pub meal a really social experience – just remember to order enough of the bits that everyone likes the most to avoid any fights!

Have a quick look at the pub boards and you will see theme nights which offer just about anything you can think of! There are taster nights which give you the chance to sample many items from the menu which you might normally otherwise not order. There are theme nights from around the world – curry night, Mexican and Tapas to name but a few. There is also the ever popular Steak night. During the summer months many pubs will put on a barbeque at the weekends, often with some sort of live entertainment – usually a local band. On a warm day it can be a real treat for the whole family and saves you the job of doing it at home!

Local produce is also a prominent feature in the best pubs. As well as tasting good as it is food which is in season and hasn’t had to travel, it also supports local businesses who supply vegetables, meat and other ingredients. There is nothing better than eating a meal which has been grown and produced locally. So don’t pay too much heed to what you have heard from others, get out there and start trying different pubs for yourself and be brave – try something you’ve never had before, don’t be afraid to deviate from the main menu as any good chef will be happy to cook to your requirements. Bon appetit!

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Business Focus

“...local designer GeminiJane whom we commission to make bespoke pieces to compliment the dresses at our boutique.”

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ere at the Bridal Lounge we are passionate about weddings and love helping brides find their perfect dress.

We have a wealth of experience and understand how special your wedding day is and the importance of getting every detail just right.

With us being only 20 minutes drive from Boston we are perfectly positioned to offer you a unique bridal experience in our stunning location in a beautiful barn conversion in the heart of rural Lincolnshire. We have a wide range of gorgeous couture dresses, shoes and wedding accessories.

We offer a luxurious and enjoyable experience for brides and their family and friends, advice on the best dress for your body shape and even a wedding day checklist to make sure everything runs smoothly on your special day.

We work on an appointment only basis, to ensure our brides get our undivided attention and care during their visit. We promise never to see more than one person at a time and your appointment won’t be tied to a strict schedule – after all, perfection takes time, and our aim is to help you achieve it.

Appointment lengths vary but we would advise allowing yourself up to two hours to fully explore our beautiful collections. During this time you and your guests will be served with refreshments to make your stay with us as enjoyable and comfortable as possible.

We will be as flexible as we can, and visits can be arranged at a time to suit from Monday through to Saturdays. We’re also open late on Thursday evenings for

extra flexibility and the last Sunday of every month.

We stock three beautiful collections Stella York, Enzoani Blue and Enzoani Beautiful.

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Inspired by the world’s hottest red carpet trends, Stella York bridal gowns are imagined and handcrafted with stunning detail, with each one constructed to provide an exceptional fit and give the body perfect form. Whether a bride is graced in soft organza, chiffons and charmeuses or romantic satins and taffetas, the Stella York collection is an extraordinary accompaniment to her every desire.

Enzoani Blue with its couture sophistication, Blue has consistently been the most sought-after bridal collection for the Enzoani brand. This line offers exquisite style and elegance tied with both an Asian and European influence.

The 2014 collection features subtle coloured accents, innovative necklines and intricate layered detail.

Enzoani Beautiful is perfect for the bride who seeks a balance between the traditional and the modern, with a bold dash of couture chic. Sensational satin and luxurious lace feature highly in the Beautiful by Enzoani 2014 wedding dress collection. Fashion-conscious brides will love the classic shapes mixed with contemporary designer details.

The Bridal Lounge is also proud to stock The Sorella Vita bridesmaid collection which has been designed to bring the hottest runway styles and the latest red carpet trends to the aisles of the most fashion-forward weddings. Featuring well-crafted details that are modern and eye-catching, colors that are rich and bold, and fabrics that are posh and glamorous, the dresses of the Sorella Vita collection bring confidence and style to each bridesmaid and every wedding day.

We also offer a handpicked selection of jewellery, tiaras, veils and shoes including local designer GeminiJane whom we commission to make bespoke pieces to compliment the dresses at our boutique. In addition to GeminiJane, we stock London designer Halo and their stunning headpieces and tiaras as well as twilight with their extensive range of bridal jewellery.

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onds make a great addition to any garden large or small. They not only look fantastic but are great for attracting wildlife. A well-stocked pond with both fish and plants can look good all year round but, like most other things in the garden, require more care than usual during the summer months.

Weeds Be wary of your plants overgrowing during the summer as they can be dangerous to your fish. Floating weeds are easily dealt with as they can be removed with a net with minimal disruption. For plants whose roots are out of control this may be a trickier job but it is important to get the job done to prevent further problems. Generally, the more soil or gravel you have at the bottom of your pond, the more you will struggle with your plants firmly establishing themselves. Where possible, when you put your plants in the pond for the first time, try to avoid putting them in with pots of soil. As a rule of thumb, make sure your plants cover no more than half of the surface of your pond.

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Update and Refresh Your Home ❱ BY VICKY SENKEY-DUNN

It’s amazing how little you have to change in your home to give it a completely new appearance

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“One of the biggest things you can do to change the look of your home is to declutter.”

ith styles and tastes forever changing, it is easy to feel that the best way forward is to completely redecorate from top to bottom. But there is a quicker, easier and cheaper way of bringing your house up to date – small changes in the places where it matters most.

When buying and selling houses you will often hear the phrase “kerb appeal” banded about. It essentially means making your home look appealing from first glance – enticing potential buyers through your door! So if you are looking to give your home a bit of a facelift then the best place to start is the front door. Every time you come and go from the house you see your front door and so do your visitors. It can be surprising what a difference this can make. There’s no need to rush out and buy a new front door. If it is wood then a fresh coat of paint - maybe be daring and try a new colour – can work wonders. If it is a UPVC door then think new door furniture, handles and knockers.

Inside, before you change your furniture, try breathing new life into your walls. In the living room a fresh coat of paint on the walls, even in the same colour as you currently have, can freshen it up. Feature walls are becoming more popular – covering one wall in a room with a bold wallpaper or even a mural. If you are keeping your walls plain then changing fabrics and textiles can make a difference. New curtains and blinds can completely transform the look of a room and new cushions can revive a tired sofa. Changing lighting can also give a different ambience to a room. Spotlights, uplights, downlights, lamps and lampshades can all be used to provide comfortable evening lighting. Adding mirrors can also provide light and often makes a room look bigger.

For many, the kitchen is the heart of the home and so most of the time at home is spent there. Before rushing

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to replace your kitchen consider painting your current kitchen cabinets. If you’re not feeling brave enough then call in the professionals but changing from a dark wood to a cream colour will mean that you end up with a kitchen which looks up to date without having to remove a single unit! There is also the option to leave the shell of the kitchen the same and replace door fronts and handles. New taps can also look effective.

One of the biggest things you can do to change the look of your home is to declutter. This is often easier said than done! Begin with the easy things such as putting winter blankets into storage. Look at areas which are congested and before throwing everything out consider the rest of the space in your house. Use it creatively – take full advantage of nooks and crannies. Are you using the space you have to its fullest potential? Shelves are not just for books! If paperwork is cluttering you up then have a dedicated filing drawer or cabinet so you can keep it all in one place and it is easily accessible. Assess how often you use things – do you really need them? The same goes for clothes, if you haven’t worn them within the last six months then it is time to donate them to charity. And also books you will never read again, DVDs you will never watch again and CDs you have never listened to! They can all go and you won’t even notice!

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Preston Innovations, Daiwa, Korda, Drennan, Fox, Maver, Rive, Nash Live bait, pellets, boilies

On site Café open to the public Carvery on Wednesday and Sunday

12pm to closing Normal opening hours 7.30am-8.30pm

Westwood Lakes sits in a beautiful and peaceful part of Lincolnshire, on the outskirts of the historical market town of Boston.

Westwood Lakes is surrounded by woodland and flower parks, provided by The Boston Woods Trust. The perfect setting for dog walkers, bird watchers, and ramblers

Phone bookings & enquiries please call

01205 724 162

enquiries@westwoodlakes.co.uk

Visit www.westwoodlakesbaitandtackleshop.co.uk or our ebay shop http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Westwoodlakes-01205724162

Open 7 days a week 7.30am – 5.30pm

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Swineshead Pre-School

earching for the right Pre School for your children can be a long process as it is so important to make the right decision the first time. When you come to visit potential Pre Schools you will have a list as long as your arm of both general and very specific questions.

Swineshead Pre School have a list of answers just as long and are just waiting for you to ask!

The Pre School has been at its present site at Northend since 1985, moving into their purpose built building in 2006. They have three classrooms and are able to accommodate 65 children at any one time.

They welcome children from the ages of 2-8 during term time and the holidays if necessary. They are open every day from 8am to 4pm at a cost of £3.25 per hour for all ages.

Early years entitlement available for ages 2, 3 and 4.

Their last Ofsted report in 2013 rated them Outstanding. The report gave high praise in all areas, especially for the fully qualified and experienced staff. The full report can be found online but the following snippets give a good feel for what was written: “Staff have excellent knowledge of how children learn and provide a varied and imaginative education programme.”

“Children form secure emotional attachments.”

“Children show high levels of confidence and independence.”

Centre Manager Carolynn Fletcher is rightfully proud and shares the secret to their success, “It really is a team effort. The result was achieved through a partnership between staff and parents. By working together we can all reap the benefits.”

The Pre School is passionate about offering a wide range of experiences to children and are always looking at ways to improve what they do. They have been a Healthy Child Care Setting since 2008 and are one of the first settings in Lincolnshire to achieve this. They also have the Inclusion Quality Mark and are one of only eight settings in the country to have it which is a fantastic achievement.

In 2013 they signed up for the Eat Better, Start Better early years code of practice for food and drink which is run by the Children’s Food Trust.

They are also working towards a Food for Life partnership award through participation in a national pilot scheme, becoming the first nursery in England to receive the award for Early Years. This involves growing, cooking and enjoying healthy foods, giving children a firm basis for healthy eating throughout their

01205 820395 lives. Staff recently travelled to Donington Hall to receive their award.

Awards and official reports say a lot about a Pre School and give you the confidence that the setting is dedicated to their own development as well as that of your children, however the best way to see if it is right for you is to pay them a visit. They are more than happy to meet new parents and children and take the tour. You can call on 01205 820395 for a chat.

“Children form secure emotional attachments.”

Open: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm

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n Max speed: 118 mph n 0-62 mph: 10.1 secs n Combined mpg: 41.5 n Engine: 2199 cc 16 valve 4 cylinder turbo diesel n Max. power (bhp): 194 at 3800 rpm n Max. torque (Ib/ft): 322 at 1800-2500 rpm n CO2:178 g/km

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rom the satisfying ‘thunk’ the Santa Fe’s doors make when you close them to the muffled diesel rattle on start up, you soon realise the Hyundai is made of stern stuff.

For an SUV with 4x4 credentials it’s fairly economical, returning an average 41.5mpg.

It’s an especially comfortable and spacious motor too; it’ll seat five adults and there’s room for two extra little people in the third row of fold-away seats. The sizeable boot is square and low, meaning it’s a doddle to load up. In fact, it’s a perfect family-cumbusiness vehicle.

For a biggish car the latest Santa Fe is surprisingly easy to weave through city streets and it will happily tour at 70mph on the motorway all day. The steering is direct and well weighted at all speeds - and there’s only the slightest body roll on bends, but that’s acceptable, given its lofty structure.

The gutsy 2.2-litre 194bhp turbo diesel engine comes with a smooth-changing six-speed automatic gearbox, which helps make the motor more than capable of punchy overtaking manoeuvres. In truth, you can have fun if you detour from the straights and take on the twisty country lanes.

Of course, being able to cope with a bite of bona fide bucolic driving is how

this Hyundai explains its steep price-tag.

With its elevated height, four-wheel-drive and robust body, the handsome Santa Fe Premium has much in its favour to handle the road less travelled. It’s no hardcore mud-plugger but it has the toehold of a traditional 4x4 and the manners of a normal car, while a high level of kit adds more than a splash of splendour.

Equipment includes leather upholstery; a sound system with 10 speakers; parking sensors; a rear view parking camera; self levelling suspension; touchscreen satellite

£34,875 on the road

navigation, seven airbags; downhill brake control and hill start assist.

As well as the occasional dirt track excursion, the Santa Fe will help you out with, say, caravanning adventures for the whole family. It has an impressive towing capacity of 2,600kg (braked) and, to make life easier, trailer stability assist is part of the gadgetry get-up too.

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ITEMS FOR SALE

For more items for sale listings visit www.simplyspalding.co.uk

Isabella Porch Awning. Green. Carbon X Fibre frame.

Only used 4 times. Curtains. Excellent condition. New van forces sale. £225 ono 01205 761856

Ladies Hotter Shoes. Brand new size 6. Colour antique silver. Patent leather, Cuban heel. Boxed. Price on boxes £59. £22 ono 01205 356668

Large ‘Montana’ antique silver parrot cage.

Complete with bowls and perches Ext Length 125cm Ext Width 99cm. Total Height when open 203cm. £125.00 ONO 01775 722838 Buyer Collects/Dismantles Easily

Piano - Roland KR105 Digital Piano with stool. In very good condition, little used. £750 01775 724436

SHERBORNE Electric Riser/Recliner Chair Reclines back or feet or both to sleeping position.

Rises to standing position.

Dusky Pink. Only 10 months use. cost £800 new £400 ono 07932 044093, Collect from Holbeach

3 Drawer Cabinet, in excellent condition.

H:66cm W:51cm D: 43cm Teak Finish comprising of 3 wooden drawers with brass handles. £15 ono 07932 044093, Collect from Holbeach

Wooden Bureau/Writing Desk in excellent condition Retro design, Lockable top storage Cabinet with drop down writing Desk, middle drawer and bottom storage cabinet with 2 opening doors£60 ono 07932 044093, Collect from Holbeach

Student desk with raised shelf in a light colour. L 120 cm x W 60 cm x H 75 cm. Partly dismantled but with all pieces and instructions. Very good condition. £20.

01775 767319

Dining Table & Chairs. Good condition with six chairs.

Lovely Rosewood inlay. £250 01775 714368

Peugeot 107 1.0 Urban 5 door 2-Tronic (Dec 2007) Lovely condition, 25,000 miles, £20 pa road tax. Taxed until May 2015, MOT Dec 2014. £3,750 ono 07508 640835

G Plan Lounge/Diner Display Unit, W: 191cm H:170cm, includes 2 large glass door display cabinets with glass and wood shelves and internal lights, Drinks Cabinet with pull down wooden door and preparation surface, 5 bottom storage cupboards with wooden doors and brass metal handles. £120 ono 07932 044093, Collect from Holbeach

Coffee Table, Glass Top with wooden surround, Wood legs and lower shelf in very good condition. W:85cm H: 45cm Circular Retro design £30 ono 07932 044093, Collect from Holbeach

Music Stool, in excellent condition. W: 66cm H:55cm D: 34cm Wooden construction, Dark Teak finish, storage area under hinged seat for Music books. £10 ono 07932 044093, Collect from Holbeach

4 Victorian dining chairs in mahogany, circa 1870. having shaped top rail, ‘bulls eye’ decoration to mid rail, reeded front and drop in seat, all standing on turned tapering legs. £300 ono 07932 044093, Collect from Holbeach

Yamaha PSR 5700 Keyboard in working order With Stand £125 ono 07932 044093, Collect from Holbeach

‘NEXT’ Standard Lamp.

Chrome stand and base, gold glass decorative ball on stand. Cream shade. £15 07443 331948, Collect from Holbeach

Sell your unwanted items for FREE Email info@simplyboston.co.uk or complete the coupon Item Heading

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Please send to Simply Boston, PO Box 1014, Spalding Lincs PE11 9DE. Don’t forget to include a picture to increase interest in your item! Inclusion is subject to space, allocated on a first come first served basis.

Set of Bowls Size 5. Including bag and showerproof clothing. Offers.

01205 870719 Piano by R. Görs and Hallmann Berlin. With storage stool. £90 07872 609300 Dining Set. Mahogany oval table, extendable, leather protector mats, 4 chairs 2 carvers, with Gold Drallon Seats. Plus side board to match. Very good condition. Buyer to collect. £200 01205 290441 Car seat covers. Two. Black for Landrover Discovery 3. One year old.

£30 01205 723325 Patio Set, table and 2 arm chairs.

Bronze rose design. As new, still boxed. £75 01205 820911 York Fitness Electric Treadmill.

Folding model T202. Good condition, can be seen working at Frithville. RRP £800 new. Would like £180 ono 01205 751033 Frigidaire 4 drawer freezer. White.

Under worktop. Excellent clean condition. Genuine reason for sale. £45 01205 359478 Electronic keyboard – Yamaha

PSR175. Including cover, stand and music stand. £75 ovno 01205 724774 Exercise Cycle, Reebok Z7, with pulse monitor. £60 ono 01205 724145 Tent for motorhome with back door. Waste water carrier. Clothes line. £100 01775 820103 Three piece suite. Green selfpatterned sateen material. Made

by Vale. Very good condition. £300 ono 01406 425105 3 seater and 2 seater in cream.

In very good order. Will sell separately. £100 01775 718174

Circular Chinese rug. Approximately 3 feet in diameter. Flower design. £10 ono 01775 712217 Vinyl records for sale. 200+ singles.

47 and LP plus some boxed sets.

Easy listening music. Job lot. Open to offers. 01406 370627 Hotter sandals, size 8. As new. 5 pairs. £5 per pair. 01775 822050 Shower head with all fittings. New £5. 01775 723789 Magnetic Snap Screen, door size.

For bugs and flies. £5 01775 723789

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AUGUST Entertainment Guide

clubs, groups & classes

What’s on Monday 9.30am, Babyballet, 18months to 3yrs, The Ridlington Centre, 07712452537 e-mail: boston@ babyballet.co.uk www.babyballet.co.uk 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.

Call 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, The Old school, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church,Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU Tel Sharon 07736 068656 10.00 - 11.00am, Tai Chi, St Thomas Church Hall, London Road, 07789 893 853, www.taichilincs.co.uk 10am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk (excluding Bank Holidays) Conservative Club, 16 Main Ridge Boston. Contact Frances Taylor 01025 354320 10.15am, Music Bugs, Blackfriars Theatre, Boston, , 0844 578 1015, sarah@musicbugs.co.uk, www.musicbugs.co.uk 10.15-Babyballet, 3-5yrs, The Ridlington Centre, 07712452537 e-mail: boston@babyballet. co.uk www.babyballet.co.uk Waiting List Please Register Interest 10.30am to 11.30am Parent & Baby Yoga, The Unitarian Meeting House, Spayne Road, Boston. Call Jayne 07805 039 099.

11.00- Babyballet, 6-18months, The Ridlington Centre, 07712452537 e-mail: boston@ babyballet.co.uk www.babyballet.co.uk 1.30pm - Teddies Tunes, Kirton Methodist Church. Music and crafts for the under fives and their families. Call 01205 367004 1:30pm - 3:30pm - Short Health Walk (excluding Bank Holidays) Kirton Town Hall Station Rd Kirton. Contact Frances Taylor 01025 354320 2pm to 3pm Mindful Yoga for Beginners, The Unitarian Meeting House, Spayne Road, Boston.

Call Jayne 07805 039 099.

5.00 - 9.00 pm: Children and Teen Ballet Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. Tel: 01205 352104 or visit www.ajdance.com Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School at 3 Merlin Terrace, Marsh Lane, Boston, PE21 7SB 6 – 6:45pm Children’s beginners class 7.45 – 8.45pm Adult class Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on mobile: 07710444662 or email: kuksoolwonboston@gmail.com 7.00 - 7.45 pm: Ladies Belly Dance, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. Tel 01205 350479/07534 639325 or visit www.ajdance.com 7.30pm Badminton, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston, Tel 01205 367167 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training and agility, Leverton. Call Nicki 01205 480869 7.30pm to 8.30pm Mindful Yoga for Beginners, Pensioner House, (behind Marks & Spencer) Boston. Call Jayne on 07805 039 099 7.30 – 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 8.00 - 8.45 pm: Zumba, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3 per session. Tel 01205 350479/07534 639325 or visit www.ajdance.com 8.45 - 9.30 pm: BurleX Fitness AJ Dance,

Spayne Road, Boston. £3.50 per session. Tel 01205 350479/07534 639325 or visit www.ajdance.com Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00am, Tai Chi, Conservative Club, Main Ridge West, 07789 893 853, www. taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am - 12pm, Tuesday Club, for art, painting, cookery etc, Unitarian Church, Spayne Road, Boston, (near the Gliderdrome), 07857625792, rogers1emma@sky.com 10.00am – 4.00pm, Country Roads Quilters, Sibsey Village hall, Call 01205 750562 2.00pm – 4.00pm Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, Call 01205 751267 7.30pm - Salsa Class –£5, Conservative Club Boston, all levels catered for, Call Emma 01205 351680 9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Danny Flear Community Centre, Frieston. Music and crafts for the under fives and their families.

Call 01205 367004 10am - Short Health Walk - Noon Boston Library County Hall Boston. Contact Frances Taylor 010205 354320 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. Call Lyndis 01205 460558 12.30pm-3pm and 7.00pm - Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5.

Tel 01205 317955 4.45 - 7.45 pm: Children and Teen Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. Tel 01205 352104 or visit www.ajdance.com 7.00pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit.

Nr Pilgrim, Boston. Call 07737 064128 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk or call Joann 01205 280276 for details.

7.15pm Pilates, The Old school, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU Tel Sharon 07736 068656 7.45 - 8.30 pm: Adult Tap Dancing Class at AJ Dance. Tel 01205 352104 or visit www. ajdance.com Wednesday 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. Call 01205 367004 9.30am - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit.

Nr Pilgrim, Boston. Call 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, The Old school, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU Tel Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am -2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt. Boston, www.thedesignstudio. vpweb.co.uk, 01205 280276 Blackfriars WI afternoon meeting. 3rd Wednesday of the month. 2pm-4pm at the Len Medlock Centre Boston. 01205 368549 Bingo held every Wednesday at Hubberts Bridge Community Centre .Doors open 6-30 eyes down 7-30.Contact Cindy on 01205 367890.

7.30pm St Nicholas Towns womens Guild, 2nd Wednesday in the month, Skirbeck Community Hall, Skirbeck Road, Boston.

Tel 01205 364214

10.00am – 11.00am - Pilates, Sibsey Village Hall, Call 01205 354509 or 07702520684 10.00am-12.30pm - Crafts With a Cuppa - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. Tel 01205 317955 10:30am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk Zion Methodist Church Brothertoft Road Boston.

Contact Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30am - Ladies Salsa Class – Nr Pilgrim, Boston. Call 07737 064128 Free Live Music with Pete Wray – Every other Wednesday, Drill Hall, Lincoln 01522 873834 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. Call Lyndis 01205 460558 2pm - 3:30pm - Short Health Walk - Mayfields Broadfield Lane Boston. Contact Frances Taylor 01025 354320 5.00 - 9.15 pm: Teen and Adult Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. Tel 01205 352104 or visit www.ajdance.com 6.30pm – 10.00pm - Womens Institute, Sibsey Village Hall, Call 01205 750562 7pm to 9pm. Martial Art/Self Defence class every Wednesday at Haven Academy, Marian Rd Boston. First class is FREE. Telephone Stuart Lawson on 07792937930 email stuartlawson@ tiscali.co.uk and visit www.issogaitaijutsu. yolasite.com 7.00pm - 9.00pm Knitting & Crochet Class for all levels. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk or call Joann 01205 280276 for details. Every last Wednesday in the month 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training, Eastville. Call Nicki 01205 480869 8.00pm-11.00pm - Social Club for Divorced, Separated and Widowed – Queen of Spades, Wellington Road, Boston, Tel 07842 543499 Thursday 9.30am - Teddies Tunes - Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston. Music and crafts for the under fives and their families. Call 01205 367004 9.30am - 11.30am, Drop-In for Coffee and Chat, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston Tel 01205 369731, www. zionmethodistchurch-boston.co.uk 10am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk Swineshead Church Hall Market Place Swineshead Contact Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.00am-12.30am - Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. Tel 01205 317955 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Ceramics, Oil and Pastel 1pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. Call Lyndis 01205 460558 12.00pm - 3.00pm Knitting & Craft Club. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. Call Joyce on 01205 280276 for details.

1:00 - 2:00pm, Tai Chi, Boston Body Control Studio, The Old School, Saint Mary’s Church, Horncastle Road, 07789 893 853, www.taichilincs. co.uk 1:30pm - 3:30pm - Short Health Walk - St Thomas Church Hall London Road Boston Contact Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:30pm - 3:30pm - Caring Companions Boston and District, POP-IN, Pensioners Hall

behind Marks and Spencer, Tel: Jenny on 01205 280717 or Alan at 01205871465.

6.15pm - Line Dancing – Nr Pilgrim, Boston.

Call 07737 064128 6.30pm – 7.30pm Weight Watchers, Community Church Hall, Fishtoft.

6.30pm – 8.30pm - Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, Call 01205 751267 7.00 to 8.30pm, Tai Chi, Boston Grammar School, Rowley Road, 07789 893 853, www. taichilincs.co.uk 7.00pm to 9.00pm, SOLO Classical Guitar Ensemble, (monthly), 6 Market Street, Sleaford, Lincs, NG34 7SF. 01205 355656 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk or call Joann 01205 280276 for details.

Amber Hill W.I. 2nd Thursday of every month.

7-15 to 10pm.Held at “The Loft”Hubberts Bridge Community Centre. Contact Cindy on 01205 367890 7.15pm - Fitness Fusion Class – Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit.

Nr Pilgrim, Boston.

Call 07737 064128 7.30 - 8.15 pm: BurleX Fitness, Tel 01205 350479/07534 639325 or visit www.ajdance.com 8.15 - 9.00 pm: Zumba, Tel 01205 350479/07534 639325 or visit www.ajdance.com 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. Call 01205 367004 10.00am - 2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt, Boston www.thedesignstudio. vpweb.co.uk, Tel: 01205 280276 10am-1pm - New Horizons – for people with mental health problems. Methodist Church, St Leonards Drive, Chapel St Leonards. Call 07901 611256 10am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - Boston Sports and Social Club Fishtoft Road Boston.

Contact Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1.15pm Tiny Toes (18m-3yrs) please change from The Ridlington Centre to WYBERTON PARISH HALL. 1.15pm- Babyballet, 18months to 3yrs, The Ridlington Centre, 07712452537 e-mail: boston@ babyballet.co.uk www.babyballet.co.uk 1:30pm - 3:30pm - Short Health Walk - Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane Old Leake Contact Frances Taylor 01025 354320 1.30pm – 3.30pm - Line-dancing, The Ridlington Rooms 4.30 - 9.00 pm: Belly Dancing and Musical Theatre Classes, Tel 01205 352104 or visit www. ajdance.com 6.00pm Pilates, The Old school, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU Tel Sharon 07736 068656 7.00pm – 8.30pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre Call 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. Call 07737 064128 7.00pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre, Call 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. Call 07737 064128 7.30 – 10.00pm, Wrangle Youth Club, Wrangle Youth Centre (PE22 9DL). Contact Jayne on 07751 051862 or Jason on 07943 512636.

7.30pm, Bingo, Sutterton Village Hall, Park Avenue, Sutterton. 01205 460459 Saturday Saturday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm: Children’s Dance classes, Tel: 01205 352104 or visit www.ajdance.com Wedding First Dance Classes – Times to be arranged. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. Call 07737064128 for more details 10am – 11am, Footie Tots, 18 months to 5 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. Contact Mark Melson 07740 280652, www.cmssports.co.uk 10am – 11.30am Soccer Club 5 to 14 years olds, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. Contact Mark Melson 07740 280652, www.cmssports.co.uk 10am – babyballet, 18months to 3yrs, The Ridlington Centre, 07712452537 e-mail: boston@ babyballet.co.uk www.babyballet.co.uk 10.00am - 4.00pm Felting. Felting demonstrations & workshops. Antons Gowt, Boston. www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk.

Tel 01205 280276. Every first Saturday in the month.

10.30am – 11.30am - Go-Ride Cycling for 4 - 14 years olds, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Rosebery Avenue, Boston, 07507 291912, www. bostonwheelerscc.org.uk/goride.htm 10.45am – babyballet, 3yrs, babyballet Tots Tap 3yrs+ The Ridlington Centre, 07712452537 e-mail: boston@babyballet.co.uk www. babyballet.co.uk 11.00am – babyballet, 3-5yrs, The Ridlington Centre, 07712452537 e-mail: boston@babyballet. co.uk www.babyballet.co.uk 6.30pm – 11.30pm - Line Dancing, Sibsey Village Hall, Call 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. Call 07737 064128 Sunday Summer Fun Day - Sunday 29th June 12 noon - 4pm Playing Field, Hall Lane, Benington nr Boston Alex Bell: 07949521366 or alex@ bellbrothersnurseries.co.uk Fitness Shred Class – Mixture of training level 1, Nr Pilgrim, Boston. Call 07737 064128 2pm Sarber Dog Training, Antons Gowt. Call Nicki 01205 480869 6.30pm - Dance Classes – Salsa, Bachata, Tango, Rueda. Upstairs White Hart Hotel. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners. Call 07737 064128

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