Discovering Bourne issue 173, January 2026

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Issue 173 / January 2026

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Welcome

to your January issue. . .

S

o here we go into 2026 with new year’s resolutions made and high hopes for the future. On behalf of our hard-working team at Discovering Magazines, I would just like to wish you all a fabulous 2026, with good health and success in whatever lies in front of you, your family, and your friends.

I know many readers who see their monthly ‘Discovering’ magazine almost like an ‘old friend’, dropping by to keep them in touch with events in their town and activities to come; to keep them up to date with advice from our many contributors; and to entertain with our quizzes and competitions.

Claire x

Winter is still well-established, but spring is on the horizon – it sometimes feels however that that horizon gets further and further away with each visiting storm rampaging through!

Much better weather for a roasting “down under” though – a pity it’s our cricketers getting roasted (in ‘Starc’ contrast to their Aussie hosts!)

Still, the Six Nations rugby tournament is barely weeks away … and it is our footy/rugby season when all’s said and done!

Finally, a couple of crackers to start the new year merriment: •

n apple a day keeps the doctor away. At least it does if you A throw it hard enough, with a good aim.

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s I get older, I remember all the people I have lost along the A way – shouldn’t have been a tour guide I suppose.

Enjoy the read and have a happy, healthy 2026.

4-5.......... Crown Hall Farm.

6-7........... MSL Productions.

8-9.......... Swanky Rags.

14-15....... Discover the Nile by Sandal ‘Water Lily’.

16............. Book reviews from Bourne Bookshop.

Why not just settle down with a drink and relax with that ‘old friend’ and enjoy our offering this month?

All the very best for 2026!

Inside Highlights

John

Discovering Magazines, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Publisher and Sales Claire Saberton 01778 421427 | 07837 499061 | sales@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Ops Director Andy Armstrong: 07780 922214 Accounts Sarah Brooks: 07564 966452 | accounts@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Group Editor John Schwarz | editor.bourne@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Design Graham Copestake | Sarah Gumbley | Andy Beavis | Graham Booth Sales Paula Kirtland: 07903 776211 | Sally Anne Davis: 07737 026594 Events Hilary Bloomer | hilary@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

18............. Slimming World recipe.

20-21...... Wright Care at Home.

24............ Foot Bliss Bourne.

26............ Food & Drink: Wines from Thailand.

27............ New Year Traditions.

38-39..... Local History.

48-49..... Christmas Lights Switch-on.

50-51...... LDC at GDO World Street Dance Championship.

52............ Community Matters.

53............ Morocco: Three Peaks Challenge ’27 for Don’t Lose Hope.

62-64..... The Liberty Partnership.

68............ W & P Legal.

74............ Become a Trustee for

Bourne United Charities.

76-77..... What’s on: Events guide.

78............ The Quiz Inquisition.

80............ Words from the Mayor.

81, 84.... Community Matters.

82............ Theatre review – “2:22 A Ghost Story”.

88............ Ali’s Angels: 5 Star cleaning.

89-94..... Business directory.

With thanks to

Richard Wood, Liberty Partnership, Colin Pattison, Bourne Bookshop, Ali Ray, Jason Treadwell, Christine Beardwood, Nick Ash, Eileen Le Voi, Rob Schwarz.

Deadline details

Copy deadline for the February issue is Thursday 8th January 2026.

Discovering Bourne is published by a local team and is not associated with any other business. Care is taken to ensure that the content and information is correct at the time of going to press; however, we cannot take any responsibility for loss, damage or omission caused by any errors. Permission must be granted to reproduce, copy or scan anything from this publication. For a copy of our contributors’ guidelines please email info@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

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We are so pleased you found Crown Hall Farm.

Picture your day here. Every corner has its own character. Soft gardens. Peaceful water.

The boathouse ready for a heartfelt ceremony.

The rustic indoor barn ceremony space feels warm and intimate. The lake catches the light.

Our beautiful bridge leading you across the water for a quiet moment and beautiful photos.

The luxury marquee ready for dining, dancing and every moment in between, opening out to the grounds to give you a bright, elegant setting to celebrate with the people you love.

You shape the atmosphere. Grand or gentle.

Romantic or lively. Our team helps you hold onto your vision so your day feels natural and personal from start to finish.

At Crown Hall Farm, you choose how your day looks. We offer both ready-to-go packages for those seeking convenience, and bespoke packages so you can tailor your day to your vision. You focus on the moments. We handle the details.

“I Do”

Say

where dreams

come true!

Ready to embark on the journey of creating your perfect day? Reach out to us, and let’s start turning your wedding dreams into reality!

Explore the venue during weekly viewing slots every Tuesday until 7:30pm, or join us at our next Open Day on Sunday 18th January - see details below. And if those times don’t work for you, individual appointments can also be arranged.

GET IN TOUCH: Website: www.crownhallfarm.co.uk Email: events@crownhallfarm.co.uk Phone: 01775 661210 WhatsApp: 07778 331098 Find us: Crown Hall Farm, Dozens Bank, West Pinchbeck, Lincolnshire, PE11 3ND

open day

Join us at our next on Sunday 18th JANUARY from 10am - 12noon 4 Photography by EJCapture Photography

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JAZZ

Bring Your Event to Life Every unforgettable event is a blend of a great atmosphere and seamless execution. And that’s exactly what we specialise in here at MSL Productions: delivering professional lighting, audio, staging, rigging, and power solutions that transform your ideas into engaging and truly memorable experiences.

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ased locally here in Bourne, and proudly supporting the community, MSL Productions works across concerts, theatre, weddings, corporate events, and outdoor productions of all sizes. With a strong reputation for reliability, technical skill, and friendly service, we’re proud to be a trusted partner for local venues, performers, event organisers, and private clients.

What sets MSL Productions apart is our commitment to doing more than simply supplying equipment. Our team focuses on full technical delivery—from early design concepts and site planning, to installation, operation, and de-rig. Whether it’s making a wedding magical with elegant lighting, powering a community festival, creating dynamic effects for a live performance, or supporting a corporate presentation with crystal-clear audio and sound systems, the goal is always the same: to bring all our clients’ visions to life with professionalism and creativity.

We can also provide staging and rigging to create safe, sturdy platforms for performances or presentations, along with all the power and cabling needed to keep your whole event running smoothly.

Every event is unique, which is why MSL Productions takes a personal approach to planning and delivery. Our team can work with you from the get-go, listening to your ideas, understanding your needs, and using our practical expertise to make your vision come to life.

To find out more or to discuss your next event, please visit www.mslproductions.co.uk.

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The Personal Touch for that

Perfect Special Dress

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ere at Swanky Rags, we specialise in helping you find the perfect dress for the occasion, whether that be your prom, wedding, or maybe you are a bridesmaid or wedding guest. Perhaps you are just looking for an elegant evening outfit that will make you shine.

We will do our best to assist you in finding this.

Brides-to-be can explore a wide range of dresses in various shades and sizes, ensuring you find the one that makes you feel truly special. For the bridesmaids, we have over sixty different colour dresses to choose from, and with colour swatches on hand to help you find the perfect match which allows you to pick your dress and then worry about the colour later.

For brides seeking a lightweight and simple dress, our bridesmaid dresses can be transformed into bridal gowns. Available in ivory and enchanted with an added layer of ‘extra bridal touch’, they offer a comfortable and elegant option.

Ready to find the perfect prom dress? Well, look no further, Swanky Rags is here to help you. We are open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Can’t make it during these hours? Not to worry, Swanky Rags are happy to accommodate you with a convenient, alternative appointment. Please inquire and we will always do our best to suit your schedule.

Booking early in the school year is essential, especially with a Swanky Rags “prom promise” that we only sell one dress style per school, so once you have chosen your dress, it’s yours exclusively. We won’t sell it to anyone else from your school, not even in a different colour. This means your dress will be unique, making you stand out on your prom night.

At Swanky Rags, we pride ourselves on providing an exclusive one-to-one appointment, allowing you to enjoy a special personalised experience with one of Swanky’s stylists who are delighted to guide you into finding the perfect dress.

Contact us at www.swankyrags.co.uk, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram and get your appointment booked today to start the quest for your perfect dress at Swanky Rags.

Bridal. Accessories. Prom Dresses. Special Occasion Dresses

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WHY DO WE NEED A PROPERTY PROTECTION TRUST?

M

ost people hope that their estate will pass on to their loved ones eventually. But this will not happen for many unless careful arrangements have been made to protect their assets from being taken towards the end of their life to pay for care home fees.

The solution to help protect your estate is a will incorporating a Property Protection Trust (PPT).

A testamentary PPT can only be executed whilst both partners remain alive. Upon death of the first partner, their will specifies that their share of the property is placed into trust and names the ultimate beneficiary of this share, normally the children of the deceased.

The surviving partner, under the terms of the trust, has the unequivocal right to remain living in the

property for the rest of their life. On the death of the second partner the trust comes to an end and the property passes to the beneficiaries. As the surviving partner does not own the deceased's share of the property it is fully protected for the beneficiaries, so if the surviving partner requires care, or even remarries, this share of the children's inheritance is protected. This last point can be of particular interest to couples who have come together but have children from different partners.

A PPT can help each person in a relationship ensure that their children inherit their share of the property, while giving their surviving partner the ability to live in the property for the rest of their life. If the surviving partner wants to move to another property, they can still sell the property and the proceeds be used to purchase a new property; the terms of the trust remain over the new property.

Westminster Law will assess your current circumstances and arrange the trust that will provide the best protection for you, your family and your assets.

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If you are over 60 it will cost you just £95* for us to prepare your Will.

We are also Lasting Power of Attorney Specialists - only £110* each LPA if instructed during the Will appointment.

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Our normal price for a standard single Will is �150, or �2�0 for a couple. �A�, when applicable, is included in our prices.

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HALLAM TRAVEL STILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SEATS AVAILABLE:

Cinderella (afternoon show) ONLY 5 LEFT Sun 4th January £75 Sleeping Beauty Panto at the London Palladium (afternoon show) ONLY 4 LEFT Sun 11th January £100 Wicked (afternoon show) ONLY 1 LEFT Weds 14th January £74 Starlight Express (afternoon show) 1 CANCELLATION Thurs 15th January £92 Cirque Du Soleil – Ovo (afternoon show) ONLY 14 LEFT Fri 23rd January £130 Wembley Stadium Tour Sun 25th January Adult £55 Child £50 Hercules (afternoon show) ONLY 14 LEFT Thurs 29th January £85 Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures – The Red Shoes (afternoon show) Thurs 5th February £82 The Birmingham International Tattoo (afternoon show) ONLY 9 LEFT Sun 15th February £69 Sunny Afternoon (afternoon show) Thurs 19th February £77 Natural History, Science, & Victoria and Albert Museums Fri 20th February £34 Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift Weds 25th February £66 The Woman in Black (afternoon show) Weds 11th March £61 The Last Days of Pompeii: The Immersive Experience Fri 13th March £68 Arsenal Emirates Stadium Tour Sun 15th March Adult £63 Senior £59 Child £54 Thriplow Daffodil Event and Country Fair Sat 21st March £36 Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour Sun 22nd March £69 Coronation Street Experience Sun 12th April £70 Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile (afternoon show) Thurs 16th April £65 Hampton Court Palace including the Tulip Festival Fri 17th April Adult £64 Senior £59 Child £50 Ely Leisure Day Sat 18th April £27 RAF Museum, Cosford Sun 19th April £32 York Shopping/Leisure Day Weds 22nd April £31 St Paul’s Cathedral Sat 25th April Adult £59 Senior £57 Child £45 London Leisure Day Sat 25th April £35 Belmont Hotel, Sidmouth – 5 days Sun 26th April £654 Harrogate Spring Flower Show Sun 26th April Adult £56 Child £32 Priscilla Queen of the Desert (afternoon show) Thurs 30th April £73 Peter Kay – The Final Show ONLY 5 LEFT Fri 1st May £110 Bakewell & Matlock Bath Sat 2nd May £31 Holt Sunday Market & Sheringham Sun 3rd May £28 The Princess River Cruise Experience includes 2 course meal Weds 6th May £56 Haworth and Keighley & Worth Valley Railway Sat 9th May Adult £46 Child £39 Aldeburgh & Southwold Sun 10th May £31 Highgate Cemetery Weds 13th May £52 My Neighbour Totoro (afternoon show) Thurs 14th May £75 The View from The Shard Sat 16th May £62 London Leisure Day Sat 16th May £35 Makers Central Sun 17th May Adult £44 Child £29 Legally Blonde (afternoon show) Weds 20th May £78 Giltar Hotel, Tenby – 5 days 2 CANCELLATIONS Sun 24th May £531 Strictly the Professionals Tues 26th May £90 Portobello Road Market/London Leisure Day Sat 30th May £35 Rushden Lakes Sun 31st May £28 Fawlty Towers – The Play Thurs 4th June £75 Southend on Sea Weds 10th June £34 Saltaire Village Experience Sat 13th June £40 London Zoo Sun 14th June Adult £58 Senior £57 Child £51 Les Misérables The Arena Concert Tour (afternoon show) ONLY 20 LEFT Sun 14th June £117 Royal Ascot – Ladies Day ONLY 20 LEFT Thurs 18th June £112 RHS Garden, Bridgewater Sat 20th June RHS Member £35 Adult £50 Child £40 Great Yarmouth Leisure Day Sun 21st June £29 Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance ONLY 16 LEFT Thurs 25th June £81 Skipton & Canal Boat (includes 2 course meal) Sat 27th June £64 Skipton Leisure Day Sat 27th June £35 Kew Gardens Sun 28th June Adult £56 Child £42 Moreton in Marsh & Bourton on the Water Tues 30th June £34

Jersey Boys (afternoon show) Kinky Boots (afternoon show) Blenheim Palace, Gardens and Parkland Grassington and Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway

Weds 1st July £84 ONLY 11 LEFT Thurs 2nd July £94 Sat 4th July Adult £68 Child £53 Sun 5th July Adult £50 Senior £49 Child £44 Oulton Broad 2 course lunch and Boat Weds 8th July £64 Avenue Q (afternoon show) Thurs 9th July £79 Colchester Zoo Sat 11th July Adult £55 Senior £54 Child £49 East Ruston Old Vicarage Gardens and Wroxham Sun 12th July £46 The Bodyguard Tues 14th July £79 Great Yorkshire Show Thurs 16th July Adult £65 Child £45 Galway Bay Hotel – 6 days Sun 19th July £899 RHS Sandringham Flower Show Sat 25th July Adult £61 Child £27 Operation Mincemeat (afternoon show) Weds 29th July £86 Althorp House and Gardens Sat 1st August Adult £56 Senior £49 Cannon Hall Farm Weds 5th August £42 Crich Tramway Village Sat 8th August Adult 48 Child £43 Jesus Christ Superstar starring Sam Ryder at the London Palladium Sat 15th August £106 Highclere Castle (Downton Abbey) Sun 16th August £64 Hever Castle and Gardens Weds 19th August Adult £51 Senior £50 Child £41 Tower of London Thurs 20th August Adult £71 Senior £65 Child £55 London Leisure Day Thurs 20th August £35 Dirty Dancing (afternoon show) Fri 28th August £80 Whitby Leisure Day Weds 2nd September £35 Annie (afternoon show) Thurs 3rd September £78 Canterbury Cathedral Sat 5th September Adult £53 Child £47 Canterbury Shopping/Leisure Day Sat 5th September £35 Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style Sun 6th September Adult £55 Young Person £48 Child £45 Buckingham Palace State Rooms & Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style Sun 6th September Adult £85 Young Person £67 Child £60 London Leisure Day Sun 6th September £35 The Devil Wears Prada (afternoon show) Weds 9th September £83 Barnum the Circus Musical (afternoon show) Thurs 10th September £75 Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show Sun 13th September Adult £74 Child £30 Cromer Pier Summer Show (afternoon show) Weds 16th September £56 Paddington the Musical (afternoon show) Thurs 17th September £90 Sheringham 1940s Sat 19th September £30 Andre Rieu and His Johann Strauss Orchestra ONLY 20 LEFT Sat 19th September £175 Michael Ball: Glow UK Tour Sat 19th September £117 Waitress (afternoon show) Weds 23rd September £78 Matthew Bourne’s New Adventure – The Car Man (afternoon show) Thurs 24th September £83 Churchill War Rooms Weds 30th September Adult £69 Senior £65 Child £52 Household Cavalry Museum Weds 30th September Adult £47 Senior £45 Child £44 London Leisure Day Weds 30th September £35 Beetlejuice (afternoon show) Fri 2nd October £79 The Piece Hall Sat 3rd October £44 Halifax Shopping/Leisure Day Sat 3rd October £34 Abba Voyage (afternoon concert) Sun 4th October Seated £130 Dance Floor £90 Leonardo Hotel, Liverpool – 4 days Weds 7th October £249 Mamma Mia! (afternoon show) Thurs 8th October £83 Mean Girls (afternoon show) Thurs 5th November £80 Simply Christmas, Sewing for Pleasure, Creative Craft, Cake & Bake International Shows Sat 7th November £39 Ely – Christmas Gift and Food Fair Thurs 19th November £40 Bakewell Christmas Market Sun 22nd November £30 Lakeside Shopping Centre Sun 29th November £31 Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market/Shopping/Leisure Day Sat 5th December £31 Leeds Christmas Market/Shopping/Leisure Day Sun 6th December £31

Coaches depart from Spalding Bus Station, unless stated otherwise. New excursions are being added weekly.

Visit www.hallamtravel.co.uk or contact Lorraine Hallam on 01406 493198. Online booking is available via our website.

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Prices from £40 for small to £55 for large

I believe flowers have the power to comfort, celebrate, and inspire. From seasonal wreaths to heartfelt tributes and wedding bouquets and installations, I design each piece with care and a deep passion for nature’s beauty.

With Christmas just around the corner, brighten the season with fresh wreaths, table decorations and bouquets - all handmade and available to order now.

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Holidays & Day Excursions by coach from your area HOLIDAYS Monday 9 February

Falmouth Winter Warmer 5 Days HB from £399

Sunday 15 March

Mother’s Day Weekend - York & Whitby 2 Days HB from £179

Sunday 12 April

Two Day Getaway Historic Chester & The ‘Canal in the Sky’ 2 Days BB from £189

Sunday 19 April

Charming Cornwall Countryside & Coast 5 Days HB from £599

Friday 24 April

Royal Treasures & Tulipmania 3 Days HB from £369

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Thursday 28 May Charming Cheshire 5 Days HB from £599

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Summer on the South Coast 5 Days HB from £689

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Discover the River Nile

by Sandal “Waterlily”

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A Voyage in Harmony with the River

he Waterlily is a 'Sandal Boat’, a traditional Egyptian river sailboat, seventeen metres long, and built in 1963. It was originally used for transporting heavy goods, such as sand and stone along the Nile from Luxor to Aswan. Now, its sundeck is a perfect piece of paradise, yours for relaxing upon and having meals and drinks, and enjoying the pleasure of sailing in comfort.

Below deck, there are three air-conditioned cabins, each with comfortable beds, private shower room, clothing space and bedside storage cabinet.

Two cabins have twin beds, and one has a large double bed, and the Nile can be viewed from all areas below deck. All furniture aboard the Waterlily has been hand-crafted in Luxor by a local tradesman, giving it a more traditional feel.

The kitchen is where the chef prepares delicious meals to be served on deck.

The food will be of Egyptian cuisine, using fresh produce, some of which can be seen growing alongside the Nile. Continental food can also be prepared and any dietary needs catered for with an advanced request.

Wine and beer are available with meals or at other times, whilst people are requested not to smoke below the deck.

Whilst sailing along the magnificent River Nile, you can simply relax and take in the sounds and beautiful scenery, knowing that your friendly crew will always be on hand to help in any way they can, to make your trip an experience of a lifetime.

There will be an ‘extra special night’ on board with barbecue food, traditional music and dancing.

Unlike the larger sailing vessels, the Waterlily offers a much more personal service; you will soon discover how travelling on a traditional sailing boat on the longest river in the world is so very special.

October to April is generally considered to be a perfect time to visit Egypt with temperatures ranging from 20C to 30C, making it ideal for exploring the many ancient sites along the course of the Nile.

Rainfall is minimal and there’s plenty of sunshine, so the lounges aboard the Waterlily can cater for sun-worshippers as well as shade-seekers.

Cruising the Nile from Luxor to Aswan gives you the chance to visit many of Egypt’s world-renowned historical sites, including the the Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple. The Luxor Souk (market) is a treasure trove of history, culture, and vibrant energy, and a ‘must’ for the visitor to Egypt. Along the cruise, there are possible trips to the Temple of Edfu, one of the country’s best-preserved temples, and Kom Ombo.

This fabulous experience on the Waterlily can be yours for a four-day cruise, starting at a very competitive £3,100 for a party of six.

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Enjoy the tranquillity of sailing on the River Nile

➜ Exclusive cruise on this converted sailing ship ➜ Comfortable cabins and a relaxing sundeck ➜ Visit the treasures of Egypt in the company of an expert guide ➜ Book a trip to the amazing Valley of the Kings ➜ Feast on typical and refined cuisine

£3,100

4 nights for group of 6 people

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if booked st 1 January 3

Incredible places to visit & explore around Luxor

To enquire about booking or for further details contact Sue:

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Book Review

BOURNE BOOKSHOP 19 North Street, Bourne, PE10 9AE

To Cage a Wild Bird

BY BROOKE FAST

There’s only one rule in Endlock: obey or die.

In Dividium, all crimes are punishable by life in prison. A prison that’s a life sentence in more ways than one. Where the wealthy can hunt the inmates for sport. Raven’s mission is simple: infiltrate Endlock Prison to save her brother. There’s just one problem: Raven has a target on her back. Her reputation as the most ruthless bounty hunter in Dividium precedes her, and the inmates she’s sent to Endlock want their revenge.

When the prison guard she’s sworn to hate becomes her only chance to survive, Raven has no choice but to trust the one person she shouldn’t…

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The Ashes Files

BY STEVEN FINN

Few cricketers understand the rollercoaster of emotions that come with being part of an Ashes series quite like Steven Finn. Aged just 21, he played a key role in England’s historic 2010 Ashes win over their fiercest rivals and went on to be part of three Ashes winning sides.

But there was a darker side to his career.

In 2014, Finn was sent home from Australia during the calamitous 5-0 series defeat after he lost his confidence and his bowling action fell apart. After fighting to overcome his demons and regain his place in the side, he played a key role as England regained the urn in 2015.

BY JOE WICKS

We all need protein to help us balance blood sugar, build muscle, and maintain energy and concentration. Whether you’re a dedicated gym goer, a woman experiencing perimenopausal symptoms or just want to boost

protein in your family meals without relying on ultra-processed foods, Protein in 15 has you covered. Real food for real people, the recipes are simple and speedy but big on flavour and are made with easy-tosource, unprocessed ingredients.

Crowntide

BY ALEX ASTER

The highly anticipated fourth novel in the bestselling Lightlark Saga. Isla Crown has charted a new destiny and leapt into the unknown, determined to defeat her insidious ancestor. But Skyshade is nothing like she anticipated, and she’ll have to use all her skills just to survive, let alone end 16

Lark for good. Meanwhile, Grim and Oro would sooner set fire to their own kingdoms than leave Isla stranded on a path toward certain death. But getting her back will involve forging an alliance - if they can find a way to forgive their long history of betrayals.

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n e k c i h C a l o Diet C The Slimming World Diet cola chicken is one of our most popular dishes.

Succulent chunks of chicken in a slightly sweet Swip free sauce – what’s not to love!

55 minutes

INGREDIENTS ● ●

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1 cal cooking spray* 4 skinless and boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks 1 red, 1 yellow and 1 green pepper, cut into bite-sized chunks

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1 onion, finely chopped

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330ml can diet cola

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200ml hot chicken stock

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8 tbsp passata with onions and garlic

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4 tbsp tomato purée

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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

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2 tsp gluten-free Worcestershire sauce

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1 tbsp dark soy sauce/tamari

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1 tsp dried mixed herbs

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200g sugar snap peas

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Boiled rice or mashed potato, to serve

Serves 4

METHOD

1

Spray a large non-stick pan with 1 cal cooking spray and put it over a high heat. Add the chicken, peppers and onion and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly browned.

2

Add the diet cola, stock, passata, tomato purée, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce and herbs and stir well. Bring to the boil, cover, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 12-15 minutes.

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hailand (officially the Kingdom of Thailand and previously known as Siam) is a country in Southeast Asia whose capital city is Bangkok.

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Monsoon Valley White wine has a pleasant bouquet, plus a good mouthfeel and palate, and is excellent with seafood and white meats. The Monsoon Valley Red has good red fruits for

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If a Shiraz is required, then Monsoon Valley Shiraz, from the Premium Range, with its ruby-red, enticing appearance, has it all.

Dark fruits are in abundance, with oak-aged barrels contributing to the exceptional pleasures of this wine. This one is fantastic with red meats. For an aromatic, sweet wine, Chenin Blanc Dessert Wine (flagship) “ticks all the boxes for me”. Having Chenin Blanc grapes, left on the vines for several days longer, ensures provision of the added sugars required to produce this impressive delight, which gives a grand finish.

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New Year Festival Customs and Traditions Many of the customs of New Year festivals note the passing of time. The Romans derived the name for the month of January from their god Janus, who had two faces, one looking backward and the other forward. The practice of making resolutions to rid oneself of bad habits and to adopt better ones also dates from ancient times. Some believe the Babylonians began the custom more than 4,000 years ago. These early resolutions were likely made to curry favour with the gods. Nearer to home, the nostalgic Scottish ballad “Auld Lang Syne,” revised by the poet Robert Burns, is often sung on New Year’s Eve. Symbolic foods are often part of the festivities. Many Europeans, for example, eat cabbage or other greens to ensure prosperity in the coming year, while people in the American South favour black-eyed peas for good luck. Throughout Asia, special foods such as dumplings, noodles, and rice cakes are eaten, and elaborate dishes feature ingredients whose names or appearance symbolize long life, happiness, wealth, and good fortune.

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FOLKINGHAM, AUGUST 20th, 1812.

Sir – A most extraordinary occurrence took place here last Tuesday evening. – a poor woman, who had obtained a pass billet to stay, was sitting by the fire in the kitchen of the Greyhound Inn, with an infant child at her breast, when in came two chimneysweeps who had been engaged to sweep the inn’s chimneys. The sooty imps were treated with supper, which they had begun to eat, when the younger, a boy of about seven years of age, suddenly started up and exclaimed in a frantic tone – “That’s my Mother!” and immediately

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A “Damp Day” but Bourne The Bourne ‘success story’ that is LDC kicked off the day’s performances on stage as our Christmas Lights Switch-on and Christmas Market got underway.

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Following on from having to cancel the event last year because of atrocious weather conditions, there was a pervading attitude of “nothing will stop us this year” and it didn't! Well done, Bourne! Congratulations to Bourne Town Council for organising this

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LDC COMPETE IN THE GDO WORLD Bourne dance school, LDC finished 2025 in style by entering the biggest competition they have ever taken part in and achieving some very impressive results.

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“Our biggest GDO Worlds competition yet, and we could not be prouder. Every dancer showed up with passion and hard work.

Memories that will stay with us all forever,” commented Lauren Willis, founder and principal of the hugely popular Bourne-based dance studio.

A huge congratulations to our teams: ★ Illumin8 – 2nd ★ Flare – 3rd ★ Blaze – 4th ★ Phoenix – 4th ★ Heatwave – 1st Commercial Team and 1st Jazz Team ★ Firestarters – 3rd Commercial Team and 4th Jazz Team ★ Ignite – 2nd Commercial Team and 2nd Jazz Team ★ Flame Nation – 6th “It was such a tough competition and I’m incredibly proud of every dancer who represented LDC on the world stage”, Lauren concluded.

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Busy Wood Grange “Elves” Raise Money for Alzheimer’s

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taff at Wood Grange Care Home in Bourne swapped their uniforms for costumes on National Elf Day (Wednesday December 3rd) to raise funds to help people living with dementia. Launched by the Alzheimer’s Society and delivered direct from the North Pole, Elf Day was created to sprinkle some festive cheer on fundraising, towards finding a cure for dementia. From stripy socks to head-to-toe elf outfits, anything goes – there’s “snow better way” to raise money to help beat dementia!

On the day, residents and staff at Wood Grange were able to enjoy elf-themed games including festive flower arranging and a Christmas sing-along party, as the team at the home donned their elfish apparel.

Janet, a resident of the home said, “It is always a very festive day, and the staff always make us laugh in their costumes. What a wonderful way to raise money for charity!”

Katya, General Manager at Wood Grange and “Head Elf”, said, “Elf Day at Wood Grange is always a lot of fun and we are home to some of the most unusual elves I have ever seen! We know first-hand that many people, including a good number of our residents, are living with some form of Alzheimer’s. For anyone that has any questions about caring for those with Alzheimer’s, do please give us a call and we’ll do all we can to help.”

For more information, please contact Katya Petrova, General Manager at Wood Grange on 01778 404317, or email katya.petrova@barchester.com.

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s a mum myself, I know how overwhelming the daily juggle can be. Between school runs, work, nap schedules, snacks, and everything else life throws at us, some tasks, no matter how important they are, keep getting pushed to “later.” Writing a will is one of those things we all know we should do, but finding the time, childcare, or headspace can feel impossible!

children the chance to explore, climb, slide, and play in a safe, supervised environment. While they are busy having fun, parents step into a relaxed, no-pressure forty-five-minute consultation where we chat through their circumstances, answer questions, and offer expert guidance on wills and estate planning. It is informal, friendly, and the consultation is completely free, with absolutely no obligation to proceed. And for those who feel ready, we can even take full instructions on the day. (It has been done!)

That’s exactly why we created our Play & Plan sessions at The Yard in Stamford. A unique, community-focused initiative designed to make will-writing accessible, convenient, and genuinely stress-free for busy parents. It is something I am incredibly proud of, both as part of W&P Legal and as a fellow parent who understands the struggle.

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Our previous sessions were a huge success, selling out quickly and proving just how valuable this combination can be. Many families were able to begin the will-writing process immediately, giving them instant peace of mind knowing their children’s futures were protected. The enthusiastic feedback confirmed what we had hoped: parents want to get their wills sorted; they just need the right setting and time.

Running Play & Plan has shown me how much parents appreciate a simple, supportive approach. When you remove the barriers of cost, childcare, and time, something that once felt overwhelming suddenly becomes achievable.

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Do you have a passion for Bourne and would like to help us make

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Bourne United Charities are looking for Trustees to join the team.

This is an extremely interesting role where you will be able to make a long lasting and positive contribution to the town as part of a group of Trustees, helping to ensure that the assets of BUC are properly maintained, and that the income generated from those assets is applied in line with the aims of our Scheme which is governed by the Charity Commission.

BUC are custodians of a portfolio of property and other assets in Bourne and Leytonstone in East London.

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Our principal activities are the provision of the Almshouses, the relief of need in the parish, charitable purposes for the general benefit of the people of Bourne.

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & EVENTS 3rd - Friends of Bourne Woods “Wassail,” starting at 2.30pm. There will be mulled cider and apple juice, cake, and dancing from Bourne Borderers, as well as wassailing the trees. You are welcome to bring something with which to make a noise to join in the wassail (saucepans and spoons for instance).

Cost £5. Wake House Office Manager (Adele) on 01778 782224.

3rd - Live Country Music evening at the Masonic Centre Hall, 1-2 Roman Bank, Bourne, PE10 9LQ. This month Bob Keeley. Entrance £10; no bar, so bring your own drinks. For further information, call Donna 07718 972329 or email DCALiner@aol.com

9th and every Friday - Bourne Town Harriers – Juniors’ training session for ages 9-16. 6pm at Bourne Grammar School. For further details www. bournetownharriers.org/training/juniors or join our Facebook page.

3rd - Nibble and Natter Coffee Morning 10am -12noon in the Abbey Church Hall, Bourne. Stalls to include raffle, books and refreshments. All welcome.

Proceeds to Bourne Abbey Church funds. Further details from Ann Northen 01778 423353.

3rd and every Saturday - Bourne Wheelers social ride leaves Coggles Causeway at 9am. Beginners’ ride leaves Bourne Leisure Centre at 9am.

4th and every Sunday - Bourne Wheelers club ride leaves the Bourne Post Office car park in Burghley Street at 9am.

4th - Open mic at The Hare and Hounds, Haconby, 8pm. PA and soundman provided - hosted by Nick Gomm - 01778 571428.

4th - Lincolnshire Youth Ballet present the timeless Christmas period classic, The Nutcracker at Stamford Corn Exchange. We promise you will leave full of festive cheer. 1pm and 6pm General £16.50 www.stamfordcornexchange.co.uk/thenutcracker-2026 6th and every Tuesday - Junior Chess Club at Wake House 6.30pm -7.30pm, £2.

6th and every Tuesday - Bourne Town Harriers Seniors training sessions listed on Facebook page.

Further details at www.bournetownharriers.org 8th - Bourne Worth It W.I. is excited to welcome St John’s Ambulance. Would you know how to give CPR or operate a defibrillator? St John’s will be demonstrating how you can help save lives. Come and join us at the Abbey Church Hall 7.30pm 9.30pm. Visitors £6 incl. refreshments.

8th and every Thursday - Chess Club 6.30pm 9.30pm Wake House 01778 782224. All ages and ability welcome. Free parking. Refreshments.

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9th - Bingo at Wake House, 41 North Street, Bourne.

Doors open 7pm, Eyes down 7.30pm. Tea/coffee and biscuits, and then every second Friday in the month. www.wakehouse.org.uk

11th - Fancy a relaxing Sunday afternoon listening to good music? Then go along to see Pennyless at Mama Liz’s, North Road, Stamford. 4-6pm. Free.

12th and 26th - Option “B,” a bereavement group for those who have lost their husband, wife, or partner, meet at Don’t Lose Hope Café every second and fourth Monday of the month, from 4pm - 6pm. For further details, contact optionbdlh@gmail.com 14th - Bridget Christie at Stamford Corn Exchange.

A kidney stone. A stray cat. An eye-themed fetish. Bridget Christie hits the road again with a brand-new show. 7:30pm. General - £29 www. stamfordcornexchange.co.uk/bridget-christie 14th Second Wednesday of each month - Models 4 Heroes. Free model making sessions 6pm – 9pm.

Supporting former and current Armed Forces and Emergency Service personnel. For further information, contact Pete m4hbourne@yahoo.co.uk or Models4Heroes Bourne on Facebook.

17th - Vegetarian Lunch. Oddfellows Hall, 57 Church Street, Market Deeping. PE6 8AN at 12:30pm. £8 (£7 members). Book with Jenny on 07788 534290.

17th - The Alamo Country Music Club at Edenham Village Hall PE10 0LS. “Aiden J Daniels” Tickets £7 - Doors open at 7pm for 8pm start.

Tea/coffee and refreshments available; bring your own drinks. Call Graham on 01529 455449 / 07984 161738 or Mags on 07879 26143.

18th -St Firmin’s Church, Thurlby. Plough Sunday Service 10am. A service to honour the important, and often difficult, role of farming. Please come along and support our farmers.

8th and every Thursday - Sue Ryder’s Grief Kind Spaces drop-in session, from 10am-12pm, at the Sugar Mill, Milestone Road, Bourne, PE10 0ET.

19th - The Speaker at this month’s U3A meeting is Bharat Patel. His very varied talk is entitled ‘The Secret Life of a T.V. Reporter’. Doors open 1.45pm for 2.10pm start. Bourne Corn Exchange.

9th and 23rd - Art group at Wake House, North Street, Bourne. Beginners and anyone who would like to draw, paint in watercolours, oil, acrylic, and use pastels are all welcome. Help and advice are on hand throughout the session. 10am – 12 noon.

20th - New Year, New You (free talk). Oddfellows Hall, 57 Church Street, Market Deeping. PE6 8AN at 10:30am. Learn about local health and wellbeing services that can help with weight loss, exercise etc.

Donation for refreshments. Book on 01778 342006.

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21st - Third Wednesday of every month - Dementia Support South Lincs Coffee Morning from 10am – 12noon at Bourne Corn Exchange, £3 donation will be greatly appreciated.

21st - Knit and Sew Friendship Group at Bourne Abbey Church Hall. 2 - 4pm, £2 which includes tea, coffee, and biscuits. For further details, contact Rosie 01778 423569.

21st - Bourne Organ Club guest this month is Claire Greig. 7.30pm at Bourne Corn Exchange. Tickets on the door - £8 members, £9 visitors, everyone is welcome. For more details, call 01778 424947.

22nd - Third Thursday of every month, Dementia Support South Lincs evening support group for carers and those with dementia from 6.30pm - 8pm at The Cedars Care Home.

24th - NSPCC Tabletop Sale and coffee morning at Bourne Corn Exchange. Doors open to the public at 9.30am. Tea, coffee, filled rolls and homemade cakes are available. To book a table, ring Audrey on 01778 426487. All proceeds go to the NSPCC. 24th - Messy Church in the Abbey Church Hall 2pm – 4pm. Activities for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Further details from Helena Casbon 07833101242.

24th - Totally Anchored playing at the Red Lion, Bourne, 8.30pm.

30th - January Comedy Club – Featuring headliner Jo Caulfield at Stamford Corn Exchange 7.30pm.

Get ready for an evening packed with laughter, featuring four outstanding comedians. Whether you’re a casual comedy fan or a die-hard stand-up lover, this is your chance to see some of the biggest and funniest acts right on your doorstep! General - £24. www.stamfordcornexchange.co.uk/januarycomedy-club-2026 30th - Bourne Town Hall Pop-Up is delighted to welcome back Tim Stubbs for another informative and light-hearted talk, this time about antiques.

Tim’s talk, “Antiques to Inspire,” includes items that he’ll talk about, some previously owned by some locals …lots of stories and good fun guaranteed!

Darby and Joan Hall, Bourne. Doors at 6.45pm for a 7.30pm start. Licensed bar. Tickets £10 from www.bournetownhall.org.uk. All proceeds go towards our Bourne Town Hall regeneration project.

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JANUARY 2026 Bourne Motor Racing Club 8th - This month’s guest speaker is John Barker.

Doors at the Bourne Corn Exchange open at 7pm, presentation at 8pm. Guests and visitors are welcome. For further details, please visit www.bournemotorracingclub.co.uk.

The Vocal Club

A weekly singing club for women who want to sing and socialise. Sessions run each Wednesday 7pm - 8.30pm. No previous experience needed!

AV Room, Witham Hall School, PE10 0JJ. Email: hello@thevocalclub.co.uk Facebook / Instagram: @thevocalclubuk Website: www. thevocalclub.co.uk 17th - Mamma Mia! The Workshop. A fun-filled afternoon singing some of ABBA’s greatest hits in the stunning surroundings of Witham Hall.

No experience or ability required! 2pm - 4pm, Witham Hall School. Tickets £14 - Available from www.thevocalclub.co.uk/shop

Royal British Legion Club Monthly Meat Draw on the second Sunday of each month at 1pm.

17th - Lloyd Moon brings another evening of entertainment from 7pm (£4).

23rd - Vinnie hosts a Karaoke Night from 7pm (£1).

Bourne And District Lions

Charitable Trust Fund. Meetings monthly on the 2nd and 4th Monday at The Royal British Legion, 7a Burghley Street, Bourne. Contact us at www.bournelions.org or 0345 833 2810.

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“Let’s Tap into Bourne’s Local Talent at The Masons Arms!” suggests Alex York

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ake to the stage and show us what you have got at The Masons Arms Open Mic Night. Enjoy an exciting night filled with local talent every Wednesday at 7pm. You can join the talent! Come on down, grab a pint and sign your name on the sheet.

You’ll find the sign-up sheet with Rowena Roberts, the pub’s lively host. Every performer is allowed three songs to perform along with a live band, and afterwards you are rewarded with a free drink voucher for your bravery.

Non-singers are welcome; bring an instrument, dance, read poetry or perform a comedy sketch.

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under-18s. Please keep your eyes peeled for the next date.

Open Mic Night is a treat for non-performers as well.

I came all the way from the States and had the pleasure of experiencing this vibrant night. I enjoyed a nice cider as I savoured songs from Radiohead’s “Creep” to Fleetwood Mac’s “Rhiannon”.

The night is all about creativity and bravery, not perfection. It’s all about having a good time, whether you are on stage or in the audience.

A huge thank you to the pub’s owners, John and Charlotte who make this amazing night possible every Wednesday in the heart of Bourne.

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Words from the Mayor

Councillor Colin Pattison

An enormous thank you to everyone who contributed to and duly attended The Mayor’s Civic Charity Fundraising Dinner. It was my absolute pleasure, along with my wife/consort Fiona, to host such a wonderful event.

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hank you to the near one hundred guests for attending, but special thanks go to the following: Fiona, Andy Binder Catering, Mo Butler, Ian Bland and his house team, Emma Hildebrant, Cllr Helen Crawford, our master of ceremonies Cllr Neil Oglesbee, Cllr Rhys Baker for his incredible response on behalf of the guests and finally to our brilliant entertainment, “In Your Hands” who played two amazing sets.

Next up … the annual Christmas Lights Switch-on. It was a pleasure to formally open proceedings, along with our charismatic and wonderfully dressed Town Crier, Seamus! Thank you to all the performers, to Claire for running a well-managed schedule on the stage, the Community Response Lincolnshire team and many volunteers and helpers on the day. Finally, a big thank you to Santa Claus and Illuminatus Pyrotechnics for the fantastic fireworks, a great addition to kick-start the Christmas countdown.

We also had the great pleasure of attending the annual Bourne Grammar School Speech Night in the Abbey Church. Well done to all the prize

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winners. The drama and music were impressive, especially the Choir’s outstanding performance of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” Sincere thanks to headteacher, Mark Brunker and Chair of Trustees, Ian Mears.

Finally, Fiona and I were delighted to attend the Senior Citizens Christmas Dinner at Edenham Village Hall, organised by the Bourne and District Round Table. Well done to all the “Tablers” for getting the event back on the calendar, the first since Covid. We had a delicious meal produced

by Rachel Clarke Catering, followed by Christmas Carols from the Tuneless Choir, and a visit from Santa Claus himself, who likewise provided such wit and entertainment! Special thanks to all the “Tablers” and helpers, and to Chairman Bod Kennington and his wife Theresa, and to President John Christie for making us so welcome.

Regards to all and for the love of Bourne,

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College Players on Top Form with

The College Players, an amateur musical theatre society based in Stamford, and with a reputation for high-quality shows, certainly impressed our theatre critics, Paula and Claire, on their opening night production of “Betty Blue Eyes” at Stamford Arts Centre.

It is based on the Alan Bennett film, “A Private Function”, and set in 1947 Yorkshire, with post-war austerity and rationing the norm.

As Paula explains, “A very enthusiastic cast tell the story of

a celebration of the wedding of Princess Elizabeth to Prince Philip. Due to the rationing, spam was to be used as the banquet meal to celebrate in most towns and villages … but not in this Yorkshire town.

“Some of the local dignitaries are secretly rearing a pig to serve roast pork to impress the local spivs and snobs at a very ‘Private Function’. Their plan is thwarted, however, by an over zealous government

inspector and the pig, Betty Blue Eyes, is saved, much to the approval of the locals who end up making a delicious spam pie for the banquet.”

Claire concludes, “It was a production quite unlike any other we have seen by the College Players; it had us and the rest of the theatre chuckling with laughter throughout. Well done to all the cast, orchestra and production team. We look forward to the 2026 production.”

Grand Christmas Wreath-making Session Raises Over a ‘Grand’!

The Bourne branch of Blood Cancer Charity held a Christmas wreath-making event at the Masonic Hall in Bourne on Sunday December 7th, in memory of John McGregor and Taff Roberts.

It was a tremendous success, well attended, and enjoyed by everyone who made a variety of beautiful festive wreaths. At the time of going to print we have raised a total of £1,304.

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Huge thanks go to Liz, David and Merren Leaper from Pollen Florist in Oakham who orchestrated this amazing event.

Thanks also to the organisers; Sukey Brewster, Gillian Main and Yvonne Roberts, without whom this would not have been possible.

Finally, many thanks to the Masonic Hall for hosting the event and letting us use the facilities.

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Strictly Stars in Smash-hit Supernatural Thriller

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ollowing seven West End, London, seasons, a record-breaking UK and Ireland tour, and thirty productions across the globe, the stage phenomenon, “2:22 A Ghost Story” swept into Peterborough on November 24th for a run of seven performances at the New Theatre.

The play centres on Jenny (Dooley), who is convinced her new home is haunted. Her husband Sam (Clifton) dismisses her fears, but when their dinner guests Lauren and Ben join the debate, belief and scepticism collide. Determined to get answers, the group agrees to stay awake until 2:22 am to uncover the truth, with chilling consequences.

The ending was a tour de force, leaving many of us gasping at the incredulity of how the brilliantly created plot line should reach such a climax.

“A slick, chilling romp of a play” (The Guardian), “A modern classic” (The Sunday Times) and “Sheer nerve-shredding escapism” (The Mail on Sunday) are amongst many accolades the play has already received, so I was intrigued to be able to share the opening night’s performance with an enthusiastic audience, not quite sure just what to expect.

The small cast of six managed to create the necessary atmosphere of a dinner party turning sour, as events unfolded and the tone darkened, with accompanying strobe lighting, loud noises and screams, to add to the heightening tension. There were several moments of humour too, especially Clifton’s “Dad-dancing” and the ways in which the inanimate ‘Alexa’ even joined in, pitting wife against husband with the requests she faced from them both.

The play was written by Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcasts, “Uncanny” and “The Battersea Poltergeist”. I suspect the presence in the lead roles of husband-and-wife duo, Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley, (whose Strictly Come Dancing heroics will have endeared them to many) proved a considerable attraction.

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A most entertaining evening and the play continues its extensive UK run from January 8th at Northampton’s Royal & Derngate.

For further details, visit www.222aghoststory.com.

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Local Care Home Goes Back in Time

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he Cedars Care Home in Bourne went back in time in early December when residents and their guests were treated to a talk from guest speaker, Chris Carr from Briga and Friends, a local historical re-enactment group.

Chris gave the residents a fascinating talk on the traditional way to celebrate with ‘A Medieval Christmas’, an informative and entertaining costumed presentation, before treating us all to some homemade Figgy Pudding.

The residents learnt that Christmas is traditionally a time of fasting and penitence and that it was bad luck to decorate until after dinner on Christmas Eve. They would then festoon their homes with holly, ivy, mistletoe, bay and rosemary. You had to pay attention to your holly because, if the spiked leaf came in first, the man was in charge of the home; if it was the smooth leaf, then the lady of the house would rule for the coming year.

Residents were particularly taken with the amazing hand sewn costume, a kirtle and dress that would have been worn by a very wealthy lady of the fifteenth century.

We were then invited to ask questions, which Chris answered using her incredible local and historical knowledge. Resident, Anne Miller is a big fan of Chris’s talks and was thrilled to have a photograph taken with her. She said, “I always look forward to her talks; she knows so much and is very entertaining. Yes, it’s fascinating!”

Rebecca Aldred, Senior General Manager of The Cedars Care Home said, “We do our best to provide a wide range of activities and entertainment at The Cedars as part of the lifestyle enrichment programme for residents, and to respond to the wishes and interests of our residents. Living in a care home doesn’t put a stop to celebrating life, and our engaging activities are designed to be enjoyed by all who want to join in.”

The Cedars Care Home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. The Cedars Care Home provides residential, nursing and palliative care for fifty-six residents, from respite care to long-term stays.

For more information, please contact Rebecca Aldred, Senior General Manager, at The Cedars Care Home on 01778 421555, or email cedarsbourne.reception@barchester.com

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services carried out to the highest ✦ AllAll types of decorating ✦ Plastering standard and leaving every property secure ✦ Artex ✦ Coving and Wallpapering

Contact us today your FREE Quotation on: ✦ Internal andforExternal t. 01778 252121 | m. 07414 896711

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Good rates ✦ No charge for quotes kevinjudd68@gmail.com

07947 498696 DOORS AND GATES

Professional Garage Door Services New Doors, Repairs & Servicing Roller Shutter, Sectional, Up & Over & Side-Hinged Doors & Awnings

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We offer a wide range of garage doors through a selection of well known suppliers FREE Quotations and NO call out charge

A complete & professional service

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DRAINAGE

Manley Drainage Ltd For all your Drainage needs Call now!

No Job too Big or Small No call out charge

Simon Manley 01778 702560 | 07769 707361 | manleydrainage@live.co.uk 10 Hamiliton Close | Bourne | Lincolnshire | PE10 9PL GARDEN SERVICES

MAINTENANCE & GARDEN RESTORATION

Chris Davies Garden Services

Grass & Hedges Cut • Small Patios • Fencing Gardens Cleared • Borders Tidied

Professional & Reliable Family Business

CHRIS DAVIES 01778 345980 • 07872 048204

askchrisgardenservice@gmail.com LOCKSMITH

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE CALL 01778 421427 OR 07837 499061 PRICES START FROM JUST £29 GARDEN SERVICES All aspects of Landscaping & Garden Services

• Patios & Block Paving E • Groundworks FRE No • Walling Stone tion a g li Ob • Garden Maintenance s Quote • Grass & Hedge Cutting • Fencing & Bespoke Sheds • Garden Design

Over 15 years experience

Working to the highest professional standards

01778 570609 ● 07720 251955

www.dwlandscapes.co.uk

GARDEN SERVICES

Your only local locksmith – family business for over 30 years Lock replacements All types of keys cut All your locks on one key Locksmith service CCTV systems Free security surveys 3* anti-snap & British Standard locks

Bourne Road, Morton, Bourne PE10 0RG

01778 570456

cjsupplies.co.uk

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LOCKSMITH

MAINTENANCE

Locksmiths

For all your Repairs to Windows, Doors & Conservatories

Bourne & The Deepings

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www.windowrepairslincs.com

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20 Years Experience BS3621 Mortice Locks Fitted UPVC Mechanisms & Locks BS Nightlatches Fitted DBS (CRB) Checked

PLASTERING SERVICES

Nigel Bailey

Plasterer

• Plaster-boarding • Dry lining • Internal render & set • External rendering • New builds • Extensions • Free estimates • All insurance work Tel: 01778 422082

No Call Out Charge

B NO JO TOO L SMAL

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No Vat

07900 495960 nickfitt@gmail.com

Mob: 07949 708833

www.fittlocks.co.uk

PLUMBING

OVEN CLEANING

We Clean Ovens

SMALL PLUMBING JOBS Toilet Repairs Inlet & Flush Valves Tap Repairs Tap Changes Shower Valve Repair Shower Valve Swaps

Low Affordable Prices

... so you don’t have to!

JS Home Maintenance

07703 011348 PLUMBING AND HEATING

Central Heating Specialists • British Gas Trained

Servicing • Repairs • Radiators only • Breakdowns • Power Flushing Full Heating Installations • Fires/Cookers/Hobs • Landlords Certificate Bathrooms supply & install • LPG Compliant

Call us today to have your cooking appliances sparkling, using our own eco friendly products.

Our oven cleaning experts will leave you free to enjoy your valuable leisure time.

Call today for LOCAL service

For a FREE No Obligation Quotation Call Lee Sutton T: 01778 380070 M: 07971 004273 W: www.acm-plumbing.co.uk 92

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01476 385345

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PLUMBING AND HEATING

R J MILLS AND SONS REGISTERED PLUMBERS 24 HOUR EMERGENCY PLUMBING Call us 1st...

“We will always answer the phone”

NO JOB TOO SMALL

PLUMBING AND HEATING

● Complete bathroom design and renovation ● Boiler installations with up to free 12 year warranty ● Boiler service & repairs ● Landlord gas safety certificates All ● Cookers, hobs and fires work guaranteed ● Power flushing ● Underfloor heating

www.rjmillsandsons.com r.j.millsandsons@googlemail.com

www.absoluteplumbingheating.co.uk

Matthew Mills T: 01778 347308 M: 07545 270482

T 01778 570212 M 07771 635966

Covering a 25 mile radius of Peterborough | Cancelling while en route will result in a charge

PLUMBING AND HEATING

PW Heating Ltd

Central Heating Specialists Natural Gas, LPG, Oil Unvented hot water qualified installer

Power flushing with thermal imaging

Call our friendly team today on

Worcester Accredited Installers offering 10 & 12 Year guarantees

● Servicing ● Maintenance ● Repairs/Breakdowns ● Landlord Gas Safety Certificates ● General Plumbing

W. pw-heating.co.uk

MORTON SELF STORAGE

■ SECURITY LOCKED ■ UNDERCOVER

PLUMBING AND HEATING

Electrical, Plumbing, and Heating Alan Stephenson

E. pw_heating@yahoo.com

STORAGE

■ INSULATED, VENTED

Established 1998

FREE COMPETITIVE QUOTES

07939 840653

■ NEW 20 FOOT CONTAINERS

24 Hour Free Call Out, Fully Insured

■ 24H CCTV

› Installation/repair of Heating systems › Installation/repair of Plumbing systems › Power flushing

■ ON SITE SECURITY

■ £100 +VAT pcm

MORTON, BOURNE PE10 0XL

CONTACT: PETER 07850 345100 or 01778 570319 www.mortonselfstorage.co.uk

T: 01778 345860 M: 07739 988711 We also accept major debit/credit cards

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE

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TOP MARKS PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Decorating, Tiling, Plumbing, Carpentry, Fencing and many other home services Please contact Mark for a quote:

07792 969106

markt7@live.co.uk

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TILING SERVICES

Cj’s Tiling Service Prestige Wall and Floor Tiling

Bourne and Surrounding Areas E: cjstilingservice@gmail.com T: 07912 573698 W: www.cjstiling.co.uk TILING SERVICES

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE CALL 01778 421427 OR 07837 499061 PRICES START FROM JUST £29 TREE SERVICES

D.SMITH TILING Wall & Floor Tiler

OVER 15 YEARS EXPERIENCE

FREE

NO JOB TOO LARGE OR SMALL

Quotes

All aspects of professional tree surgery Hedge maintenance Tree pruning • reshaping Storm damage FULLY QUALIFIED AND INSURED

Call Danny on 01529 700769 or 07581 135598

01778 782194 • 07858 465637 elderwoodtreecare@gmail.com www.elderwoodtreecare.co.uk

TREE AND GARDEN SERVICES

TREE SERVICES

Arboriculture Specialist Domestic & Commercial Fully Insured and Professional All aspects of Tree Surgery, Tree Removal & Dismantles, Tree & Hedge Maintenance, Tree Pruning, Storm Damaged Trees

T. 01778 394183

GARY’S ARDENS TREE CARE

est 1998

Bourne, Lincolnshire

M. 07802 379337 E. garysgardens007@gmail.com

Mclaren Tree Services

ALL ASPECTS OF TREE WORK INCLUDING

Tree Inspections • Tree Removal Pruning • Dead Wooding Stump Grinding • Hedge Work

FREE QUOTATIONS T: 01778 426792 M: 07990 706750 Fully Qualified, NTCP Certifiied, £5 million Public Liability

WINDOWS AND DOORS

Local Family Business For 30 Years Stylish Windows & Doors In PVC, Timber or Aluminium A rated energy saving • Environmentally friendly • Product range as wide as your imagination

windows available

UPGRADE YOUR PVCu WINDOWS AND DOORS Install the latest energy saving units to your existing windows • We can replace misty Sealed Units •

01778 393151

Secondary Glazing Now Available SAVING ENERGY - SAVING MONEY

www.lincolnshirebowwindows.co.uk

Unit 2 Holt House, Cherry Holt Road, Bourne PE10 9LH Open: Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 9:15 – 4 • Wed 9.15 – 2.00 • Sat by appointment only

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4'6 Ottoman Set FREE LUXURY HEADBOARD & MATTRESS

was £599.95

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WINTER

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4'6 48" High Bedstead CHOICE OF HEADBOARDS & COLOURS was £999.95

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01775 711014

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Disposal of Old Bed & Assembly Service Available.

4'6 Memory Pocket Divan Set FREE DRAWERS & HEADBOARD was £1399.95

Customise your bed with the choice of fabrics and colours

Now £699.95

Largest Range & Lowest Prices On All Top Brands.

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3'0 Pocket Electric Adjustable Bed FREE ASSEMBLE & TESTING

Largest choice of top branded beds now on display

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