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to your April issue. . .

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’m often surprised at just how quickly, within a few weeks, we move on each year from those cold, dark mornings and all that rain and those gale force winds. Blossom is now on show and summer is nearly upon us, and there are smiles on people’s faces.

As ever, I hope you find the wide range of topics included in this month’s magazine both informative and enjoyable.

Many thanks to all the contributors and advertisers for their hard work and for your continuing support and words of encouragement; your feedback is always welcome. Enjoy the Easter celebrations, and best wishes for a happy break to you all.

Claire x

Sport continues to provide so many thoughtprovoking moments. It’s much more than just the game. On February 7th, the Scottish men’s rugby team surprisingly lost their opening Six Nations game in Italy. Soon afterwards, Scotland won their next three matches. Recently asked whether he found that Italy result such a disaster, Scotland’s Head Coach, Gregor Townsend, simply smiled, implying that it had been a chastening experience for the squad, from which they have since built a more effective team and recently hammered both England and France. Learning from life’s “bad days”, seeking new ways forward, and believing in ourselves, is such an important lesson for us all.

And finally: ➡ W hen the nurse told me that every finger on my right hand was broken, I found it hard to grasp. ➡ A fter the bank robbery, police questioned a dummy and a ventriloquist who might have had a hand in it.

Enjoy the read.

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Inside Highlights 4-5.......... 150 years of North Shoes.

6-7........... Glow ’N’ Go Tanning Lounge.

8............... The Beardwood Practice: Addictions.

9............... Deep-in Aesthetics.

10............. Patrick’s Moroccan Mountain Race.

11.............. Digby Court for kindness and care.

14............. Community Matters.

16............. Wood Grange Pizza-Fest.

26-27..... Don’t Lose Hope – How you can help.

28............ Slimming World recipe.

34............ Food for Thought: Yogurt and Kefir.

36-37..... Birchgrove Garden Centre.

38............ Local History: Woods and Parks around Bourne.

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66............ Property News with Newton Fallowell.

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70............ Words from the Mayor.

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76-83..... What’s on: Events guide.

84-85..... The Liberty Partnership.

89-94..... Business directory.

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

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North Shoes was founded in 1876 by William North, a shoemaker from Haconby.

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he business later moved to the premises on North Street, Bourne, from where William’s great-great-grandson, James, now continues the tradition of supplying quality footwear with honest dedicated customer service for all.

North Shoes C Half of Quality Six generations … and still on the original premises!

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William North 1876 to 1920.

While William was working as a shoemaker in Haconby, he and his wife, Sarah bought a shop in North Street in 1876, and, in those early days, William continued the shoemaking and repair business in Haconby while Sarah looked after the shop. In around 1900, they moved into the Bourne premises, which became the family home and the base for the business.

William and Sarah had nine children – and it was their fourth son, Frank (Jack), who provided the second generation of North Shoes.

Experienced, knowledgeable and friendly staff The Bourne store is managed by Director, Paul. Alice is E-commerce Director, Michelle Accounts Manager, and Rebecca and Rachel who both work for Alice on the e-commerce team boast many years of valid experience.

Sara is Manager at the Stamford store in Red Lion Square, with Vicky, Sandra Bates and Rebecca providing their considerable expertise on the shop floor.

James North’s daughter, Jasmine (21) works for the team, part-time at weekends, as does her brother, Freddie (19), alongside their other commitments. The sixth generation of the “North dynasty” is now here!

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Frank (Jack) North 1920 to 1955.

Frank took over the running of the business and Norths continued making and repairing boots and shoes and buying in stock from outside manufacturers. Boot and shoemaking ended on the premises in around 1930 and from then on North Shoes relied entirely on footwear bought in from outside manufacturers, setting the trend for today.

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Frederick John (John) North 1946 to 1986.

Jack was joined by his son, Frederick John (John) in 1946, and worked alongside each other until Jack retired in 1955. Resuming after the war in 1946, John led the company for forty years and was responsible for its first expansion, launching a shop in Holbeach in 1960.

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Roger North 1964 to 2008.

John was joined by his elder son Roger in 1964, who worked alongside his father until John retired in 1986. Roger gradually took over the reins of the business in the early 1970s and his wife, Michelle, took on the book-keeping responsibilities from John.

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James North 2006 to date.

In 2008, Roger’s son James, became the fifth generation of Norths, and was soon “taking on the world”, having launched North Shoes’ website www.northshoes.co.uk in 2009. This has effectively become its “third shop”, and the business can now boast customers all over the globe. A new store in Stamford was opened in July 2011and 2015 saw the upgrading of the successful website with a new modern look and a dedicated on-line team.

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Jasmine North 2021 to date.

Freddie North 2023 to date.

Jasmine does website customer service at the weekends while studying at university.

Freddie works three days a week in the shops while also working as a personal trainer locally.

Shoe fitting and old-fashioned “appro” North Shoes has built a reputation for a level of customer service second to none. Besides the sale of a wide range of footwear, their shoe fitting and measuring service has people of all ages returning, year after year. They can provide a bespoke insoles fitting service for all ages and continue the long-standing service of letting family members take shoes on approval for their elderly family members.

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Today, hypnotherapy for addiction is a growing trend. With hypnosis, we aim to get to the root of the problem through hypnotic trance. In this state, your mind is more receptive to suggestions, changing ingrained behavioural patterns and rebuilding your emotional health.

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You could be addicted to smoking, gambling, alcohol, compulsive shopping, sugar, Red Bull, caffeine, food, or even the overuse of gadgets. No matter what your addiction is, when it begins to disrupt your life and relationships it’s time to take control by changing your thoughts and behaviours.

“Change your triggers” Some people use an addiction to forget a problem, to mask pain, dampen down emotions or to reduce stress and anxiety. Solution focused hypnotherapy reduces stress, anxiety and looks at the emotions or triggers fuelling the addiction, allowing you greater control over the addiction.

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Patrick’s Mega Moroccan Mountain Mission The annual Atlas Mountain Race is a 1,400 km (870 miles) selfsupported ‘ultra’ cycling race on the most rough and rugged roads and tracks of the Atlas and Anti Atlas mountain ranges in Morocco.

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ourne cyclist Patrick Schwarz (25) took his first leap into the fantastic world that is ‘ultra’ racing in February. Many times, he was to question whether it was too enormous a leap to pedal in the same company as some riders with experience of the Tour de France, but he kept reminding himself of the old maxim, ‘No pain, no gain’, and that nerves are completely natural.

Here is his account of eight days in the saddle: “The challenge ahead was unfathomable and maybe naivety got the better of me when signing up but, at the same time, maybe it was exactly this that kept the light alive and the dot moving (on the tracker) for eight savage days. Racing such a distance across mountain ranges and desert is bound to bring adverse weather conditions and consequent challenges … and we got exactly that!

The first night saw over eight hours of torrential rain as we ascended to snowcovered mountain tops and navigated icy roads in what felt like minus doubledigit figures. The second day and night

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As the race progressed and fatigue grew, the conditions flipped to 30+ degree heat and blue skies. The weather swings and landscape changes humbled even the strongest of riders and we were all made to feel minuscule by our fabulous surroundings. It brought a rollercoaster of emotions as we pedalled on, willing the end to get closer in what felt like an eternity.

That being said, the journey brought with it the most amazing encounters with some utterly fascinated and accommodating local people, as well as the fellow riders sharing their struggles and stories. I reflect on this experience with great pride and an overwhelming sense of both achievement and fulfilment. I can only recommend for anyone to try their hand at an ‘ultra’ race and hope that they too can experience the satisfaction that comes with pushing one’s physical and mental boundaries.”

The 2026 race covered 1431 km (890 miles) due to re-routing, following torrential rains and dangerous high winds on the first two days.

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Where kindness and care go hand in hand: life at Digby Court Smiles and laughter filled Bourne on Tuesday 17 February 2026 as residents from OSJCT Digby Court brought joy to the local community, showing that life in a supportive care home is nothing short of vibrant.

Residents Peter and Peggy, joined by Home Manager Michaela and Area Operations Manager Shelly, headed into town with a simple mission: to brighten as many people’s days as possible.

In the days beforehand, residents enjoyed creating colourful handmade cards with cheerful messages. The activity showcased the creativity we hold within in our homes and the warm, sociable atmosphere that makes everyday life at Digby Court so special.

With cards and small gifts in hand, the group visited local shops, cafés, GP surgeries, dental practices and a nearby nursery. Smiles appeared instantly, conversations flowed, and their thoughtful gestures were warmly received by everyone they met.

As well as spreading kindness, the outing was also about staying active, engaged and connected with their community. Peggy reflected on the experience, saying she had “such a brilliant time getting out into the community and seeing so many people smile.” Her words capture the spirit of life at Digby Court, where residents are encouraged to live purposefully and remain involved in the wider community.

Community, companionship and personalised care are at the heart of the home. Alongside engaging activities and regular outings, residents are supported to enjoy meaningful experiences while receiving the care they need.

Visitors are warmly invited to see the home for themselves, meet the wonderful residents, and experience the atmosphere for themselves. You can book a personal tour or call the team for more information to find out how life at Digby Court could be just right for your loved one.

The home also hosts a community coffee morning every second Wednesday of the month from 10.30am to 12 noon.

For families exploring care options, Digby Court offers a welcoming environment where residents feel valued, supported and part of a vibrant community.

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True Love Lives Here: Ken and Diane’s Story A romantic tale from Roop Nahil, Director of The Willows Residential Care Home in Rippingale.

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his Valentine’s Day, we didn’t just share flowers and cake - we shared a beautiful love story that has stood the test of time.

Ken and Diane first met in 1965 while working for the RAF. What began as workplace chats soon turned into daily lunch dates at the Malcolm Club — a small routine that quietly changed both their lives.

Ken’s job meant travelling far and often, with postings in many places. While miles apart, their love grew through handwritten letters, and later, daily phone calls. Diane stayed home with her mum, waiting patiently for Ken’s return each time.

When asked about his fondest memory, Ken smiles and tells of a simple walk home after a night out in Stamford. Turning to Diane, he said, “You will marry me, won’t you?” Her reply? A big smile and, “Oh… go on then!” They’ve now been together for sixty years and married for thirty of them!

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Ken says he couldn’t love anyone more than he loved Diane then — and still does now. His face truly lights up whenever he sees her. Diane, equally devoted, says Ken has always been a kind, gentle man who has treated her exceptionally well all her life — and that she loves “the silly sod.”

For their special Valentine’s meal, Ken thoughtfully requested their favourite — steak — and surprised his wife with a bottle of champagne, which we were delighted to provide, and a beautiful Valentine’s card.

Ken didn’t need to come into The Willows as a resident, but he simply couldn’t bear to be apart from Diane. After all these years, together is still exactly where they belong.

A reminder to us all that true love isn’t loud — it’s written in letters, shared lunches, soft smiles, and choosing each other every single day.”

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“Mamma Mia!”: Care Home Residents Celebrate National Pizza Day Staff and residents at Barchester’s Wood Grange Care Home in Bourne had a fantastic time celebrating National Pizza Day on February 9th ... a brilliant excuse to sample lots of delicious, warming pizza!

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General Manager, Katya, said, “It wasn’t just the residents that were excited when we found out there was a National Pizza Day. We all had a

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Ruth, a resident at Wood Grange, said, “I absolutely love pizza! My grandchildren got me into it.

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ONLY 5 LEFT Sun 12th April £70 ONLY 20 LEFT Fri 17th April Adult £64 Senior £59 Child 50 Ely Leisure Day Sat 18th April £27 St Paul’s Cathedral Sat 25th April Adult £59 Senior £57 Child £45 London Leisure Day Sat 25th April £35 Harrogate Spring Flower Show Sun 26th April Adult £56 Child £32 Priscilla Queen of the Desert (afternoon show) Thurs 30th April £73 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 ONLY 13 LEFT Sat 9th May Adult £46 Child £39 Aldeburgh & Southwold Sun 10th May £31 Highgate Cemetery ONLY 1 LEFT Weds 13th May £52 Makers Central Sun 17th May Adult £44 Child £29 Legally Blonde (afternoon show) Weds 20th May £78 Strictly the Professionals Tues 26th May £90 Gravity – Starring Kerry Ellis, Louise Dearman & Rachel Tucker Fri 30th May £79 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 13 LEFT Sun 14th June £117 Royal Ascot – Ladies Day ONLY 17 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 Wroxham & Summer Jazz Cruise Sun 21st June £51 Skipton & Canal Boat (includes 2 course meal) ONLY 19 LEFT Sat 27th June £64 Skipton Leisure Day ONLY 19 LEFT 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) Weds 1st July £84 Kinky Boots (afternoon show) ONLY 1 LEFT Thurs 2nd July £94 Blenheim Palace, Gardens and Parkland Sat 4th July Adult £68 Child £53 Grassington and Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway Sun 5th July Adult £50 Child £44 Oulton Broad 2 course lunch and Boat Weds 8th July £64 Avenue Q (afternoon show) Thurs 9th July £79 The Household Division presents A Military Musical Spectacular ONLY 19 LEFT Fri 10th July £86 Colchester Zoo Sat 11th July Adult £55 Senior £54 Child £49 East Ruston Old Vicarage Gardens and Wroxham Sun 12th July £46 The Bodyguard ONLY 19 LEFT Tues 14th July £79 Great Yorkshire Show Thurs 16th July Adult £65 Child £45 Galway Bay Hotel – 6 days ONLY 10 LEFT Sun 19th July £899 RHS Sandringham Flower Show Sat 25th July Adult £61 Child £27 Operation Mincemeat (afternoon show) Weds 29th July £86 Woburn Safari Park Thurs 30th July Adult £58 Child £49 Althorp House and Gardens Sat 1st August Adult £56 Senior £49 Highgrove Gardens and 2 course lunch ONLY 20 LEFT Sat 2nd August £127 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 ONLY 11 LEFT 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 Aug £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 Bletchley Park Weds 9th September £51 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 Sheringham 1940s Sat 19th September £30 Andre Rieu and His Johann Strauss Orchestra ONLY 9 LEFT Sat 19th September £175 Michael Ball: Glow UK Tour ONLY 20 LEFT 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) ONLY 2 LEFT Sun 4th October £90 Leonardo Hotel, Liverpool – 4 days ONLY 9 LEFT Weds 7th October £249 Mamma Mia! (afternoon show) Thurs 8th October £83 Sinatra the Musical (afternoon show) Thurs 15th October £90 High Society (afternoon show) Weds 4th November £73 Mean Girls (afternoon show) Thurs 5th November £80 Simply Christmas, Sewing for Pleasure, Creative Craft, Cake & Bake International Shows Sat 7th November £39 Bakewell Christmas Market Sun 15th November £30 Ely – Christmas Gift and Food Fair Thurs 19th November £40 The Fifties & Sixties Christmas Party (afternoon show & 2 course lunch) Tues 24th November £89 Norwich Christmas Shopping/Leisure Day Weds 25th November £28 Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra Weds 25th November £90 York Christmas Market/Shopping/Leisure Day Fri 27th November £31 Stratford Upon Avon Christmas Market/Shopping/Leisure Day Sat 28th November £30 Lakeside Shopping Centre Sun 29th November £31 Littlecote House Hotel (Warners) – 5 days Mon 30th November £569 Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market/Shopping/Leisure Day Sat 5th December £31 Windsor Leisure Day Sat 5th December £36 Christmas at Windsor Castle Sat 5th December Adult £65 Young person £55 Child £51 Leeds Christmas Market/Shopping/Leisure Day Sun 6th December £31 *Thursford Christmas Spectacular ONLY 19 LEFT Thurs 10th December £82 Cromer Pier Christmas Show (afternoon show) Fri 11th December £57 Hampton Court Palace and Festive Fayre Sat 12th December £65 *Thursford Christmas Spectacular – Long Sutton departure ONLY 20 LEFT Sat 12th December £85 Cruising into Christmas ONLY 19 LEFT Sun 13th December £62 *Thursford Christmas Spectacular – Long Sutton departure ONLY 18 LEFT Tues 15th December £82 Holkham Hall by Candlelight Weds 16th December £60 *Thursford Christmas Spectacular ONLY 1 LEFT Sun 20th December £85 Carols at the Royal Albert Hall (afternoon show) ONLY 3 LEFT Tues 22nd December £108 Jack & The Beanstalk (afternoon show) Sat 2nd January £64 Cats (afternoon show) Thurs 7th January £83 Back to the Future (afternoon show) Weds 10th February £91 The Full Monty (afternoon show) Weds 10th February £67 Paranormal Activity (afternoon show) Thurs 25th February £76

*All Thursford Christmas Spectaculars are afternoon shows and centre deluxe seating.

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

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icola London understands the pressure we put on our feet and the damage that everyday wear and tear can have on our overall foot health, from her long experience as a runner. Foot care is for everyone, young and old. It is important to maintain good foot health at an early age to avoid complications later in life.

Good foot health involves you looking out for: any changes to your feet, both physical changes and pain; cracked, dry skin; sore ingrown toenails; and thickened and discoloured nails, which could indicate a fungal condition. Diabetics should take extra care, as any changes could be an early indication that there is an underlying issue.

From her welcoming, relaxing clinic, based in Burchnell Gardens in Bourne, Nicola’s treatments include fungal nails, thickened nails, verrucae, ingrown toenails, general foot health and nail trimming, diabetic foot health assessments, neuropathy testing, corn removal, and callus reduction.

All Nicola asks is that “You bring only yourself and your medical history to the clinic; I do the rest while you sit back and relax and enjoy a complimentary foot massage at the end of your treatment. Many clients comment that they leave feeling they are walking on air!” There is currently capacity for new clients and Nicola is happy to discuss any foot health concerns that you may have.

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Services Offered: Callus removal Corn removal Thickened toe nail reduction Fungal nail treatment Verruca treatment Diabetic foot care Neuropathy testing and Athlete’s foot

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t appears that the automatic right to evict a tenant on lawful notice is about to come into law. We all know there are many good tenants and landlords. However, there are also bad tenants who do not pay rent and landlords who do not fix their properties.

There are existing statutory provisions to deal with these issues. Removing the so-called Section 21 Housing Act Notices may cause an even greater shortage of housing stock and higher rents.

We are waiting to see.

In these sunnier afternoons, it is helpful to remember that our summer holidays are no longer just a distant wish. Remember to always check the small print and that you are protected by APTA. The Consumer Law can help, but you need the easier former route if something goes wrong.

At Double and Megson, we have been providing quality local legal advice since 1978. Although the

faces have changed through the years, we all believe in a “down-to-earth”, non-stuffy approach to the law.

Being able to pop into town and use our excellent town car parking facilities, you can keep in touch efficiently. That’s not to say emails and telephone calls are not as busy as usual!

Our Probate Team can help you with wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney. With properly appointed Attorneys, you can take control with your wealth and your hospital and care decisions, if you should find yourself unable to cope on your own.

We will support you in your divorce or separation.

These matters need experienced hands, and our Family Team always tries the amicable approach, but when it turns difficult, we will also fight for you.

Last, but by no means least, our Property Team will assist you in your house move.

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very week, we provide around two hundred counselling sessions, with more than half of these supporting children and young people. Whilst we are fortunate to have a strong National Health Service, the demand for mental health support exceeds the resources available. Charities like Don’t Lose Hope help to ease this pressure by offering accessible support when it’s needed most.

Much of our work focuses on anxiety, low mood, and grief and loss; issues that, without early intervention, can develop into more serious mental health conditions in adulthood.

Providing timely support is crucial for improving long‑term wellbeing.

Each month, we must secure the funds required to keep our service running. This includes covering counsellors’ wages, rent, utilities, and the many resources needed to deliver high‑quality support.

As competition for grants becomes increasingly challenging, we work hard to generate as much of our own income as possible. Our café and gift shop play an essential role in helping sustain our service and ensuring we can continue to be here for the community.

H O W YO U CA N HE L P ➜ Looking for the perfect gift?

Pop into our shop, open 10am - 3pm everyday (now at the back of the cafe).

One of our best‑selling treats is our “Feel‑Good Box”. Choose any four items to create your own personalised gift.

Our soaps are beautifully crafted and decorated with herbs and flowers or artistically layered and marbled with colour.

You’ll also find a wide selection of fun, fizzing bath bombs, indulgent cupcake‑style bath bombs, and mineral‑rich butter body scrubs.

To complement your gifts, we also stock a unique collection of quirky, original greeting cards, all sourced from small businesses.

➜ Visit our Cafe at 4 North Street, Bourne Enjoy some tasty food and drink with a friend, knowing that all profits from here are going to support the mental health work provided.

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➜ Keep your eye on our socials and take part in one of our many fundraising activities We have a 24-hour walking/running/ jogging/skipping/moving challenge taking place on Bank Holiday Weekend, May 24th and 25th on the Irnham Estate.

Based at the Griffin Inn, each 7km loop will allow participants to do as little or as much as they like during a 24-hour period.

You could be a team in a relay, or an individual. Try for the full 24-hours or just do one loop. This will be a really fun day from 4pm on the Sunday to 4pm on the Monday.

We are looking for walkers and volunteers so, if you would like to get involved, please email dom@dontlosehope.co.uk or visit our Facebook page.

Thank you.

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Divide the fromage frais between 2 bowls.

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Put the Options White Choc and vanilla extract in the second bowl and mix well.

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Chill until ready to serve, then add a mini egg to each pot and take your pick.

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Pan fried seabream Romesco sauce and Mediterranean roast vegetables (GF) £25.50 Shakshuka Tomato, onion, peppers, egg served with baguette (GF0) (V) £18.00 Lamb rump Sweet potato fondant, beetroot puree, olives, feta and salsa verde (GF) £28.50 Beer Battered Fish and Chips Mushy peas and homemade tartare sauce £18 Green Thai cod loin curry Jasmine rice, stir fried vegetables (Gf) £26 (tofu gyoza £19.00) (vgo) Pie of the week Triple cooked chips, seasonal vegetables and gravy £18 10oz rib eye Steak Triple cooked chips, roasted tomatoes, Portobello mushroom and watercress salad (GF) £32 Chicken and Bacon burger Mozzarella, tomato relish, fries and salad £18

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Textures of chocolate brownie, white choc sauce, milk chocolate ice cream £9 Sticky toffee pudding praline, black treacle ice cream £8.50 Lemon pannacotta poached strawberries, basil sorbet (GF) £8 Tiramisu coffee cream, amaretti biscuit and chocolate sauce £8.50 Blackcurrant souffle boozy berries, lavender ice cream (GF) £10

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Food & Drink

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YOGURT AND KEFIR

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ogurt is a semi-solid dairy (or it can be a nondairy) production, utilising fermented milk to create a product that is rich in nutrients, including calcium and protein, plus probiotics, that assist the health and well-being of bones and gut. Greek-style productions are usually recognised to have a thicker consistency and higher protein level.

Multi award-winning Tims Greek Family Yogurts (Est. 1949) are inspired by their Greek family recipes and have the finest natural ingredients, plus gutfriendly bio-live cultures and fresh, pasteurised British milk combining to bring really great tastes to fruition, with dairy goodness and creamy textures to the fore.

Founded by the Timotheou family, their amazing story developed and now ‘Tims’, as the brand has become known, creates productions that continue to gain prestigious awards.

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Other comments were that this product is so versatile it can be drizzled with honey and used as a favourable dip, topping or dessert, as required. Other very popular choices include Blackcurrant, Honey, Caffe Latte, Mango, Raspberry and Vanilla flavoured yogurts.

Tims Greek Family Natural Kefir is a probiotic-rich dairy production that is fermented and produces a refreshing sensation which has digestive and immune benefits.

The smooth productions of kefir are known to improve digestion and gut health, and, similarly to yogurt, can assist in the fight against infections.

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Tims Foodservice Range offers opportunities for chefs, hotels, colleges and universities, catering establishments, wedding venues, also schools, plus hospitals and many other outlets, that require these types of productions, to gain access to bulk supplies.

Stockists, further productions, information and more details are available on their very informative website. Doorstep deliveries are available and online ordering is easy too. Tims itself does not sell online – just through wholesalers for the food service and, for example, Waitrose and Ocado for the Greek family range. All orders are dispatched quickly and efficiently. Highly recommended.

Tims, Mopes Farm, Denham Lane, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire SL9 0QH. Tel: 01753 888380. Email: info@timsdairy.co.uk www.timsdairy.co.uk

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Birchgrove Garden Centre: Your One-Stop Destination

Spring has arrived, and at Birchgrove Garden Centre that means one thing,

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hether you’re planning a full garden makeover or simply refreshing a few corners, you’ll find plenty of inspiration in store this season. Brand new outdoor furniture ranges are now arriving, with stylish dining sets, lounge collections and bistro options designed to make the most of every space, from patios to larger entertaining areas.

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and zero-turn models, plus strimmers, hedge cutters and more. Our knowledgeable team is on hand to offer advice, demonstrations and servicing support from our on-site workshop.

Plant lovers are spoilt for choice too, with a wide selection of shrubs, perennials, bedding plants and trees, alongside pots, compost and all the essentials to get growing. And if you’re tackling a bigger landscaping project, you’ll find paving, decorative gravel, edging and other hard landscaping materials, ready to transform your outdoor space.

“Our focus this year is helping people enjoy their gardens in whatever way suits them,” says Birchgrove owner, Gary Slator. “For some, that’s creating a space to relax with family and friends. For others, it’s getting the lawn looking its best or adding colour with beautiful planting. We’ve made sure we’ve got the stock, choice and expertise to help with all of it.”

Add in Megapets, Bettertack and our wide range of feeds and accessories, and Birchgrove remains your one-stop destination for garden, pet and equestrian needs this spring.

The Mower Centre at Birchgrove is fully stocked with this season’s lawnmowers and garden machinery, from push mowers to ride-ons

Open seven days a week 9am to 5pm: Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm: Sundays and Bank Holidays.

Pop in and see what’s new – your garden will thank you for it.

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Local History

Woods and Parks Surrounding Bourne

By Alison Carr, The Aveland History Group www.theavelandhistorygroup.com

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hilst you may expect our area historically to show as a watery place, as early as the Domesday Book of 1086, Bourne itself was recorded with eighty acres of woodland. Interestingly, Lincolnshire was the only county to have its woodland assessed almost solely by “x acres wood for pannage” which gave commoners the rights to release swine into the area to forage for acorns, beech mast and chestnuts.

The most extensive and densely wooded area in the whole of Lincolnshire was South Kesteven. In Domesday, this is written as Chetsteven, with “Chet” deriving from the British ‘ceto’ or Welsh ‘coed’ meaning wood.

For around one hundred and fifty years from the Norman conquest, successive kings had earmarked land as “Forest” which was a deeply unpopular practice.

This legal term safeguarded an area exclusively for royal hunting and prevented the common people from collecting firewood, using the land for grazing, for charcoal burning or for cutting turf.

Henry I (1100-1135) created the Forest of Kesteven that covered an area from Swaton to Market Deeping to Wragemere Stake and north to Bicker Haven, the

John Speed’s map of 1611 showing Grimsthorpe and Aslackby Deer Parks.

area being a measured boundary which fell under Forest Law. William Marshal, 1st Earl of Pembroke who acted as regent for nine-year-old Henry III, understood that this was deeply unpopular and drew up the Charter of the Forest in 1217 that can still be seen today at Lincoln Castle, alongside Magna Carta. This enabled freemen to regain entry to the land and exploit its resources.

In 1536, ahead of the visit of King Henry VIII to Charles Brandon at Grimsthorpe Castle, a licence was issued to “empark” the surrounding land, to create new royal hunting grounds. Two parks were created of about 1,200 acres - one near the Castle, the other to the south, solely for red deer. These parks were in existence until World War Two.

Picture from Livre de la Chasse showing relays of running hounds set on the path of the hart.

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Of course, this was not the end of land enclosure and securing land for the pleasure of wealthy owners. Thankfully, today we benefit from the Forestry Commission, who manage woodlands across the country and maintain those around Bourne, for everyone to enjoy.

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here will be plenty to keep you Other jobs: busy this month as the days are • Last chance to plant onion sets and sow aubergines and tomatoes indoors for longer, soil temperatures are transplanting out. rising and it should be warm • Most root crops can be sown now; it is enough for many crops to be probably your last chance to sow parsnips. planted outdoors… but be wary of late frosts!

Aim to get all your potatoes planted by the end of the month – plant out chitted second early potatoes in the first two weeks of the month and maincrop potatoes in second two weeks. Second earlies and maincrop need more growing space so plant them about 38cm (15 inches) apart and 75cm (30 inches) between rows. When the shoots appear, earth up each plant by covering it with a ridge of soil.

If you want to grow asparagus and haven’t already prepared your bed, do it this month or it will be too late. Plant the crowns by digging a trench 12 inches deep and add some wellrotted manure, making a 4-inch ridge at the base and spread the roots of the crown over the ridge, replace the soil, leaving the tips just visible. Water in and add mulch. Don’t forget to leave the asparagus for two years before harvesting – it’s well worth the wait!

You can sow several seeds indoors; chillies, peppers, celery, courgettes and summer squashes, runner and French beans, sprouting broccoli, Florence fennel, courgettes, summer squashes and sweetcorn are just a few.

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• You can sow the following outdoors but under cover; beetroot, cucumbers, lettuces, turnips, oriental leaves, leeks, cabbage and salad leaves. They can be sown in pots, modules or prepared seed beds from which you can transplant them. If you do grow any seedlings in trays or modules and they have grown a couple of “true leaves” prick them out and move to individual pots or larger modules. You can also harden off young plants by putting them outdoors on sunny days but bring them back in at night or put them in a cold frame or under cloches.

• Don’t forget to regularly hand weed or hoe around seedlings as the weeds appear as they create a lot of competition for food and moisture.

• Make sure that fruit trees, canes and bushes are kept watered, as any fruit planted in the last 18 months is susceptible to drought damage. Adding mulch around the base will help.

• Sow maincrop peas and make the last sowing of summer broad beans.

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Poem of the Month

We were approached recently by one of our readers who has volunteered to submit one of her own poems each month.

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uth Bath has lived in Bourne for twelve years since leaving the village of Corby Glen.

Ruth has written poetry for many years and has had it published locally. Now, she would like to share her interest with us, and we are delighted to be able to offer her the opportunity. As Ruth says, “My subject matter is human nature, which gives me plenty of scope and inspiration; sometimes comedic, serious or sad.

My intention is that my readers will identify with my words. What more can we ask?”

Is This You I once was a baby…so sweet and brand new Then became the child…with a big world to view As a teenager…I practised flapping my wings Once a woman… I discovered many beautiful things.

When a bride…I found a love true and strong And being a mother…a unique love came along I read the room…solved problems… reliably on call Confident…capable…and forever walked tall.

So busy…several decades descended …and passed Where on earth did they go? How long did they last?

Then out of the blue… I awoke one morning To discover in shock…my old age was dawning!

I had failed to notice the passing of time How confidence…alertness…were no longer mine The white hair…the wrinkles…forgetting of names Aching bones…slowing down…and odd little pains.

But inside my head I am still the young bride My passionate heart is still beating inside So what have I gleaned from my lifetime of years?

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Frequent visitors include herons, egrets, ospreys, red kites, buzzards, tufted ducks, cormorants, mink and otters, although the latter three are not welcomed by the fly fishers!

Stowe Fly Fishing Club encourages members of all levels of skill and actively encourages newcomers.

Through close links with Peterborough District Angling Association, introductory open days with coaching are available, the next one being on Saturday May 2nd.

towe Fly Fishing Club hides itself away in plain sight in a gem of unspoilt nature just off King Street at West Deeping.

Treasurer Andy told me that often, when he fishes in early summer, his favourite time of year, there is no-one else at the lake, and all he can hear is a woodpecker, a cuckoo and the jagged rattle of reed warblers. A dozen red-crested pochard over wintered at the lake and a bittern has been heard and seen.

The Club itself has a limited membership, but has vacancies for a few more this season, which runs until the end of December. At a cost of under £1 per day, the annual subscription compares very favourably to local fly-fishing clubs and is far cheaper than the large local reservoirs run by Anglian Water.

In addition, there are two locally built Coulam rowing boats available. Fishing is from the bank APRIL 2026

The club is also lucky to count, amongst its members, two of the current England Ladies Fly Fishing squad, and a ladies national coarse fishing ex-champion, who has been converted to fly fishing!

For details of the Open Day on May 2nd, and enquiries about membership, please contact stoweflyfishingclub@gmail.com. You will be made very welcome!

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A home can look fantastic and still struggle if the price creates hesitation. Often, the signs appear quickly. You may see lots of online views but not many enquiries, viewings that do not turn into offers, or feedback that focuses on value rather than the home itself. This is one of the reasons the launch price matters so much. The first couple of weeks are often when your property is at its most visible online, and when buyers are most curious.

If the price does not feel right at that point, you risk losing the strongest wave of attention.

Why “We can reduce it later” can be a risky approach “Let’s start high and see what happens” is a common thought. While that might sound sensible, the reality is that you only get one first impression on the market. When a property launches too high, it can sit longer than expected. Buyers notice that. They may start to wonder why it has not sold, or assume reductions are coming, even if the home is in great condition.

Over time, that can reduce negotiating strength, encourage lower offers, and make it harder to create urgency later in the process.

How the right asking price can work in your favour Pricing accurately does not mean underselling your home. It means giving it the best possible chance to perform well from day one.

A realistic asking price is more likely to attract motivated buyers quickly, generate stronger early interest, encourage confident offers, and reduce the need for later price changes. In many cases, the best results come when buyers feel they are seeing something that represents good value, and act decisively because they don’t want to miss out.

Newton Fallowell’s approach: Pricing with local insight, not guesswork.

We do not rely on broad averages or generic postcode assumptions. We look at what is happening locally, including what buyers are actually doing, what is driving competition, and where the market is moving. The asking price is not just about listing your home; it’s about creating the right conditions for a strong sale.

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It’s something I hear far more often than you might think.

When someone passes away, families are suddenly faced with a long list of unfamiliar responsibilities. Probate, executors, estate administration, Inheritance Tax, paperwork, banks, property — the list can feel endless. And it all arrives at a time when people are already dealing with the emotional impact of losing someone they love. Over the years, I’ve sat with many families who felt overwhelmed by the process. They often tell me the same thing: “Nobody ever explained how this works.”

That’s exactly why I decided to write “The Probate Book”.

Probate is one of those topics that many people have heard of, but few truly understand.

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In reality, every estate is different.

When I began writing the book, my goal was simple: to create a clear, practical guide that explains probate in plain English. Too often, legal topics are wrapped in complicated language that makes them harder to understand than they need to be. I wanted to focus on answering the questions people ask me every day — what probate actually is, when it’s required, what an executor needs to do, and what families should expect along the way. The book walks readers through the process, step by step, so they can feel more confident and informed.

Many people also tell me they wish they had understood probate before they had to deal with it. Having that knowledge in advance can make a real difference and can help people plan their own affairs more effectively.

If writing “The Probate Book” helps even a few people feel less overwhelmed during a difficult time, then it will have achieved exactly what I had hoped.

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Fiona and I were very pleased to recently attend a service of dedication for the Chairman of Lincolnshire County Council, Councillor Stephen Bunney.

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We were the most southerly represented town council from Lincolnshire, so it gave us the opportunity to let other dignitaries know where we are on the map. I take the duty of representing our town seriously and remind them we are just as important as anywhere else in Lincolnshire.

We also attended a short service for the Covid-19 ‘Day of Reflection’, held at Bourne Leisure Centre.

Organised and promoted by South Kesteven District Council, it gave us the opportunity to pause and reflect on the lasting impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

After formally welcoming those attending, I invited Dom Brister from Don’t Lose Hope to speak about the background and meaning of the tree

installation. Finally, our third speaker was Father Stephen Buckman from Bourne Abbey Church who delivered some very wise words during his reflection and address, which gave us all much to contemplate.

We were then invited to tie a ribbon on the memory tree, and everyone is welcome to go along and do the same. A big thank you goes to Sally Cade, event steward from SKDC. The tree can be seen on the wall by the main entrance of the Leisure Centre and similar ones can be found in Market Deeping, Stamford and Grantham.

Finally, it was an absolute pleasure to be invited to the Civic Dinner held for the Chairman of South Kesteven District Council, Councillor Ian Selby. Held at Arena UK, Grantham, it was wonderful to see a great turnout for Councillor Selby who has been working hard as a councillor for some thirty years. He’s been enjoying his year as Chairman, and rightly so, for his incredible service to the Council and community.

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & EVENTS 2nd and every Thursday - Sue Ryder’s Grief Kind Spaces drop-in session at the Sugar Mill, Milestone Road, Bourne, PE10 0ET from 10am – 12 noon.

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

2nd and every Thursday - Chess Club 6.30pm 9.30pm. Wake House, 01778 782224. All ages and ability welcome. Free parking. Refreshments.

9th - Bourne Worth It W.I - Abbey Church Hall 7.30pm - 9.30pm. This month we welcome Mike Harrison from Tolethorpe Theatre to tell us all about what goes on behind the scenes. Visitors £6 to include refreshments. Everyone welcome, as always.

3rd - Messy Church for families and children in the Abbey Church Hall: 10am – 12 noon.

3rd and every Friday - Bourne Town Harriers: Junior training session for ages 9 – 16. 6pm at Bourne Grammar School. For further details, www. bournetownharriers.org/training/juniors or join our Facebook page.

4th - Nibble and Natter in the Abbey Church Hall 10am – 12 noon. Stalls to include books, raffle and refreshments. All welcome. Proceeds to Abbey Church funds.

4th and every Saturday - Bourne Wheelers social ride leaves Coggles Causeway at 9am. Beginners ride leaves Bourne Leisure Centre at 9am.

5th and every Sunday - Bourne Wheelers club ride leaves the Bourne Post Office car park in Burghley Street at 9am.

5th - All age Eucharist at Bourne Abbey Church 11am.

5th - Open mic at The Hare and Hounds, Haconby, 8pm. PA and soundman provided - hosted by Nick Gomm - 01778 571428.

6th and every Monday - Toolbar – help for unemployed people, update your CV or get a new one. 10am – 12 noon, at Wake House, North Street, Bourne. See us on Facebook or www. toolbar-bourne.org.

6th - Bourne Scrabble Club at 2pm in 1HUB, Queens Road, Bourne. For further details, contact: Angela 01778 426617 or 07706 993886.

7th and every Tuesday - Bourne Town Harriers -Senior training sessions listed on Facebook page.

Further details @ www.bournetownharriers.org.

7th and every Tuesday - Junior Chess Club, at Wake House 6.30pm -7.30pm, £2.

7th - The Rebuilding Wellbeing Friendship Group meet on the first Tuesday of each month between 1.30pm and 4pm at The Sugar Mill, Milestone Road, Bourne PE10 9ET. Come along and reconnect with others over refreshments.

7th - Witham on the Hill WI will be hosting Jennifer Wilson who will arrive in period costume to talk about Jane Austen, her life and writings. 7.30pm, at the Parish Hall. All welcome, visitors £5 entry.

8th - Second Wednesday of each month - Models 4 Heroes. Free model making sessions 6pm – 9pm.

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10th - Bourne Methodist Church welcomes the return of the popular Stamford Concert Singers. 7.30 pm.

Admission £10, including refreshments, payable at the door. Come and enjoy a musical evening.

10th and 24th - Art group at Wake House, North Street. 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. 10am – 12 noon. Cost £6. Wake House Office Manager (Adele) on 01778 782224.

11th - Delaine Bus Museum, Spalding Road.

PE10 9LE. Open 12noon-4pm. Admission: Adults £2.50, accompanied U16s free. Heritage Bus Rides at 1.15pm & 2.45pm. Further details at: www.delaineheritagetrust.org.

12th - Enjoy a relaxing Sunday afternoon with Pennyless at Mama Liz’s in Stamford. 4pm - 6pm admission free!

13th and 27th - 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 information, please contact optionbdlh@gmail.com.

14th - Chapter 33 Book Club meet every second Tuesday of the month 7pm at Wedge Coffee House, Unit 6, Hereward Ind Est, Cherry Holt Road, Bourne, PE10 9LA. A club for book lovers with a monthly theme to anchor the sessions and spark conversations, meet and chat about books.

The theme for April is ‘Classics’, in celebration of the latest film adaptation of “Wuthering Heights”. Facebook and Instagram page Chapter33BookClub. www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=61586126811101 15th - Third Wednesday of every month, Dementia Support South Lincs Coffee Morning from 10am – 12 noon at Bourne Corn Exchange, £3 donation will be greatly appreciated.

15th - Bourne Organ Club’s guest this month is Mark Thompson. 7.30pm at Bourne Corn Exchange.

Tickets on the door - £8 members, £9 visitors, all welcome. For more details, call 01778 424947.

15th - Knit and Sew Friendship Group at Bourne Abbey Church Hall. 2pm - 4pm, £2 which includes tea, coffee, and biscuits. For further details, contact Rosie 01778 423569.

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16th - Bourne Garden Club will be starting their new programme of events in April. This is a special year for them as it is their 40th anniversary and Tim Stubbs will be entertaining them with his “Reflections of Life”, followed by birthday refreshments. 7.30pm Abbey Church Hall. Visitors welcome at £5. For further details, contact Marion Durrands 01778 421023.

16th - 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.

17th - Bingo at Wake House, 41 North Street, Bourne.

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18th - Nene and Welland Oddfellows Wacky Races, at Coronation Hall, Market Deeping.

PE6 8DB. 2:30pm. £12 (£10 members). Includes sandwiches and cakes, and one bet per race (purchase more for £1). Raffle for Deepings Community Library. Book on 01778 342006 or email sarah.hitchcock@oddfellows.co.uk.

18th - The Alamo Country Music Club at Edenham Village Hall PE10 0LS. This month “Sundown Country” - Tickets £7 - Doors open at 7pm for 8pm start. Tea/coffee and refreshments available; bring your own drinks. Contact Graham on 01529 455449 / 07984 161738 or Mags on 07872 926143.

20th - The speaker at this month’s U3A meeting will be Dave Pinion with a talk entitled ‘My AMAZING journey to Antarctica.’ Doors open 1.45pm for 2.10pm start. Bourne Corn Exchange.

22nd – May 13th - Willoughby Memorial Trust Gallery at Corby Glen has two exhibitions.

“In Bloom,” by Lisa Johnson, an exhibition of vibrant fused glassartworks inspired by flowers and nature.

“Finding My Way,” paintings by Will Thompson, an exploration of four evolving themes, capturing a journey of discovery and experimentation. Open from 12 noon – 5pm. Tuesday – Sunday, Free entry.

Moreley’s Lane, Corby Glen, NG33 4NL. www. willoughbygallery.com.

24th - Pennyless in concert at Moulton Mill near Spalding. Doors 7pm Tickets £10. Call 07709 260937.

25th - Heritage Running Day, Delaine Bus Museum, Spalding Road, Bourne, PE10 9LE. Open 9am 4.30pm. Admission: Adults £7, accompanied U12s free. Frequent Heritage Bus Rides on three routes throughout the day featuring the Delaine Heritage Fleet and guest vehicles. Further details at: www.delaineheritagetrust.org.

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APRIL 2026 25th - Bourne Old Town Hall Pop Up events are delighted to welcome “Miller Magic,” at Bourne Corne Exchange. Lincolnshire Big Band performing the swing music of the 1940s to the 1980s from the ‘Big Band Greats’ such as Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Ted Heath and more! This is a fundraising event for the Bourne Town Hall regeneration project.

7pm start, doors at 6.30pm Tickets £15 from www. bournetownhall.org.uk/events 26th - Lincs Wildlife Trust, Bourne Area Group. Dole Wood open day 10.30am to 4pm. Come along and enjoy the bluebells and see the extent of natural tree regeneration in the former meadow. Our local volunteers will be on site to talk to you about the Trust, the conservation work at the wood, and the wonderful wildflowers and other wildlife. There will be guided walks, activities for children, refreshments, excellent home-made cooking and locally grown plants for sale. Entrance free. Dole Wood is off Obthorpe Lane, Thurlby, Bourne.

26th - Nene and Welland Oddfellows Plant and Seed Sale/ Coffee Morning: Oddfellows Hall, 57 Church Street, Market Deeping, PE6 8AN, 11am – 1pm. Come and buy some plants or seeds for your garden or just join us for a natter. Donation for refreshments.

28th - Bourne Branch of Lincs. Family History Society meeting in the Methodist Church Hall at 7.30pm (doors open from 7pm) The speaker for the April meeting is Colin Baslington whose subject is “Who Was My Maternal Great-grandfather?” Members and non-members welcome. For more information, contact Shirley on 01778 425613.

30th - Bourne and District Flower Club welcomes demonstrator Nick Grounds with his theme Oran Man (The great melody of life) 7.30pm in the Darby and Joan Hall. There will also be a plant stall.

All welcome. Visitors £10. Further details from Ann Northen 01778 423353.

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13th - There is no speaker this month, just a firstclass lunch and raffle.12.30pm.

14th - Probus Coffee Morning, 10am. Come along and get a taste of Bourne Probus friendship, all welcome.

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Bourne Motor Racing Club 9th - This month’s speaker is Chris Rolph whose talk is entitled “Peking to Paris in a Steam Car”.

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.

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

18th - Lloyd Moon - from 7.15pm - entry £4 for non-members, £3 for members.

Bourne Farmers’ Market

19th - Indoor Farmers’ Market held at Bourne Leisure Centre (Bourne, PE10 9DX) from 10am2pm on the third Sunday of every month.

Free admission. Shop local. Around 50 pitches to explore, including artisan food and drinks, local produce, cakes, bakery, butchers, crafts and much more. See www.facebook.com/ bourneindoorfarmersmarket for full details.

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Dena Edis - Gifts, Garden items & Interiors Thursday 23rd April 12 noon – 6pm Friday 24th April 10am – 4pm Saturday 25th April 10am – 3pm

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aturday May 9th is a date all animal lovers in Bourne should make a note of, as that is when a special Pet Service will be taking place at Bourne Abbey Church. The Service will begin at 3pm, last no more than 45 minutes and offer the opportunity for pet owners to thank God for all the joy their furry friends bring to their lives. After the Service, pets (and their owners!) are welcome to have treats and refreshments in the Church Hall.

To make sure that all animals feel safe and comfortable, dogs must be toilet-trained and kept on a lead at all times.

Smaller animals such as cats and hamsters are equally welcome, but they must be kept in a pet carrier.

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It will even be possible for larger animals to take part in the Service: they can remain outside the Church with their owners, but the doors will be open so that everyone can feel involved.

Those who would like to remember a pet who is no longer with us are also very welcome to bring along a photo for a blessing. And finally, if you don’t have a pet but would like to take part in the Service, do feel free to come along.

Even if we don’t have the same array of animals we saw in The Vicar of Dibley’s Pet Service, we are sure nevertheless that it will be an un – fur – gettable occasion!

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