Discovering Bourne issue 179, July 2026

Issue 179 / July 2026

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Welcome to your July issue...

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s we bowl headlong into the second half of the year, we are now in the month of school sports days and “proms”, signifying a conclusion to another school year and the start of that longed-for summer holiday. It is so pleasing to see how many people are now realising that there are opportunities to put on events and attractions in our towns and villages to keep everyone involved and have “fun in the sun”. An excellent case in point is how the Elsea Park Community Trust in Bourne will be hosting a threeweek long “Urban Beach” next month with free activities galore.

I was amused to discover that July 7th is “World Chocolate Day”, celebrating the joy of that heavenly product, and then, eight days later, we have “National Give Something Away Day” which is designed to promote generosity and sharing - yes, but we’ll have already eaten it all on July 7th!

Claire x

A most eventful week in The Lake District for our family recently as one of us managed to fall and get hauled off The Old Man of Coniston by stretcher, courtesy of the awesome Coniston Mountain Rescue Team. It was an opportunity for us all to seriously appreciate just how professional and well-drilled these rescue teams can be, and all relying on voluntary contributions for their existence. (I told them I’d give them a shout-out! www.conistonmrt.org – Ed.) And so, here we are enjoying/enduring the extravaganza that is the FIFA World Cup. For many, the sweepstakes have given us the chance to try and discover just what, and where in the world are places like Curacao and Uzbekistan!

And finally: ➡ N ever buy trousers in the South of France – they’re either Toulouse or Toulon. ➡ T here’s to be a “Dress up as a Type of Bread Day” at school next week – roll on Monday!

Enjoy the read … and Come on Ingerland!

Inside Highlights 4.............. Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool.

6.............. Women’s Wellbeing Club.

8.............. The Beardwood Practice: Stop smoking.

13............ Headstrong Hypnotherapy.

24........... TCM Bridge Ltd. 26........... Community Matters.

29........... Kerrison Close Interior Design.

30........... Local History: Miss Judith Stills.

34........... Legal issues: Double & Megson merge with Chattertons.

46........... Gardening advice.

48-62.... What’s on.

52-53.... Urban Beach ’26 preview.

54........... Lego Mania to support Dementia Support.

56........... LDC: “National Dance School of the Year”!

58........... Wistow Maze: Competition to win tickets.

64........... Book Reviews for July.

66........... Bourne Chess Club.

68........... W & P Legal: Probate.

72........... LNAA second helicopter appeal.

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Bourne Outdoor Pool

Bourne’s Hidden Gem is situated at the southern end of the tranquil and picturesque Abbey Lawn close to the centre of the historic market town of Bourne, Lincolnshire.

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he 50-yard, near Olympic-size heated pool is one of the largest surviving outdoor pools in the country and has been operated and maintained by volunteers since 1990, with qualified lifeguards on duty during opening times. All other work is undertaken by the Trustees and a dedicated group of volunteers.

Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool offers a traditional family day out where you can enjoy a picnic in the grounds whilst enjoying a swim in the main pool or the little ones can splash around in our toddler pool and splash fountain. There is also a café on site.

This pool dates back to 1138 when it began life as an historic monks’ fishpond, being converted to a swimming pool by keen local swimmers after the 1914-1918 Great War. In 1932, Bourne United Charities obtained the Monks Garden and Abbey Lawns and began to modernise the pool. Over the years, changing rooms were added, as well as a heating system and SKDC took over the running until 1989, when they decided to close the pool. Following uproar from the town, including a protest march and petition, a Preservation Trust was set up in 1990 to preserve the pool for years to come.

Over the subsequent years, many improvements and changes have been made, including new boilers, accessible changing rooms, refurbishment of the changing rooms and, more recently, new pool edging and café facilities.

2026 is our thirty-seventh year as a charity. The Trustees and volunteers continue to operate and maintain this unique facility for the people of Bourne and beyond. While striving to maintain the traditional ambience of the pool, an ongoing programme of improvements will continue as funds permit to enable the pool to meet all Health & Safety and Food & Hygiene regulations.

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Why I Created a Women’s Wellbeing Club

By Gillian Airey Goodwin

What if there were a space that combined meaningful conversations about wellbeing with the warmth and informality of meeting with friends?

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Drawing on my background in education and my recent master’s degree in psychology specialising in Mental Health and Wellbeing, I wanted to create a welcoming environment where women could better understand their thoughts, emotions and behaviours. Not to diagnose or treat, but to explore, reflect and learn.

I am passionate about prevention rather than cure. I believe that understanding ourselves and prioritising our own wellbeing allows us to care more effectively for the people we love and support.

And so, the Women’s Wellbeing Club was born.

I’d love to invite you to join me, along with other like-minded women, for our monthly wellbeing mornings.

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Women’s Wellbeing Club Host: Gillian Airey Goodwin – BEd (Hons), MSc, GMBPsS, APA Venue: The Woodhouse Arms, Corby Glen, NG33 4NS Date: Saturday July 25th Time: 9:30am–11:00am

Hosted at The Woodhouse Arms in Corby Glen, each session offers coffee, cake and other treats purchased at the venue, plus conversation in a relaxed and welcoming setting. We’ll begin with informal introductions and an overview of the session before exploring a wellbeing theme together.

Our first session focuses on guilt, a powerful and often misunderstood emotion.

Together, we’ll explore why we experience guilt, how it affects us emotionally and physically, and how recognising guilt can help us better understand our values. Most importantly, we’ll consider how to let go of guilt when it no longer serves us.

Through light-hearted discussion and reflective activities, participants will have the opportunity to think about their own experiences in a respectful and supportive environment.

There will be no expectations and no pressure just simply a chance to connect, learn and invest time in yourself.

Tickets: £10 per person Contact: me@gilliangoodwin.co.uk for tickets and further information

Please note: I am not a counsellor or therapist.

This club is designed as an educational and reflective wellbeing space and is not a therapeutic service.

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Created to inspire senior-friendly physical activity, the national day was launched to increase awareness of the importance of remaining active to maintain strong, healthy joints and muscles, and to encourage diet and lifestyle changes for an overall improvement to wellbeing and illness prevention.

Residents spent the morning with Louis as he gave an informative talk on the importance of exercising. This was followed by a fun exercise class where Louis demonstrated some gentle exercises which residents could continue to do independently or in an exercise group within the home.

Katya, General Manager at Wood Grange said, “Senior Health and Fitness Day is a great opportunity to try and learn something new.”

Janet, a resident at Wood Grange, commented, “I had so much fun listening to Elvis whilst exercising! Louis was so lovely; I hope to see him back!”

“Witham in the Woods” Something special is ‘taking root’ at Witham Hall School. Witham in the Woods is a new Forest School morning for toddlers and preschool children, welcoming both Witham families and those from the wider community.

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Local History

Miss Judith Turner Sills:

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By Jane Gabbutt (The Aveland History Group) *

n Georgian times, finishing schools for young ladies were not for the wealthiest families; they had private governesses. The education itself was scant; Charles Dickens described them in 1834 as places where girls gained “a smattering of everything, and a knowledge of nothing.”

It is at the head of one such curious institution that we find one of our donors to Bourne Town Hall, Miss Sills. Our volunteers have been piecing together the stories of the subscribers to the building in 1820, following trails through newspapers, misspelled census entries, and scattered parish records. The story of Judith Sills (sometimes spelled Sells) emerged from their work, revealing a schoolmistress who lived with both quiet determination and a shrewd understanding of her place in the world.

When Judith opened her school for young ladies in 1814 at Billingborough Hall, she was only twenty five yet already carried the authority of someone shaped by lineage and expectation. Born in 1789 at Knipton Lodge on the Belvoir Estate, she was the daughter of Henry Sills and Mary Turner—Mary being the only child of George Turner, Chaplain to the Duke of Rutland. Judith grew up in a household where duty, propriety, and education were woven into daily life.

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Young Ladies,” promising attention to “morals, health, and learning” for twenty guineas a year, with approved masters attending.

By 1819, she had moved the school to Hanthorpe House where she stayed until 1828, then moving to Grantham and ultimately retirement. Her subscription to Bourne Town Hall in 1821 is considered to be a strategic gesture to promote her business and standing.

There were quiet acts of devotion too: in 1868 she paid for a stained glass window in Knipton church in memory of her family. Recorded for perpetuity in her published diary, a former pupil, Eliza James of Kettering, described Miss Sills as a “highly valued friend”.

Judith lived to eighty-five, a long life pieced together from scattered records, but one that clearly left affection in its wake. *Jane Gabbutt is engaged with the Bourne Old Town Hall Project, part of which has been to investigate the donors listed on the board that had pride of place and will once again adorn the renovated Old Town Hall when complete.

Left: Stained glass window, Knipton Church Far left: Knipton Lodge, Miss Sills’ childhood home

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fter more than forty-six years of serving individuals, families and businesses across Bourne, Market Deeping and the surrounding communities, Double & Megson is pleased to announce an exciting new chapter. From July 1st, 2026, Double & Megson will merge with Chattertons Solicitors. The merger represents a significant step forward, enabling clients to continue receiving the personal service, trusted advice and strong local relationships they have always valued, while also gaining access to a broader range of legal, financial and tax expertise.

Founded more than 170 years ago, Chattertons has grown into a leading legal and professional services firm in the East Midlands, with offices across Lincolnshire and Newark. Following the merger, the combined firm will employ more than 250 legal, financial and support professionals. In addition to an extensive range of legal services, clients will benefit from access to independent financial advice, wealth management and specialist tax planning support, allowing them to access a comprehensive range of professional services under one trusted roof.

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Clients who have entrusted the firm with the storage of important documents can also be

From left: Richard Ludlow, CEO of Chattertons (pictured centre) welcomes Shanta Shah and Richard Wood, Partners of Double & Megson

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The partners and team at Double & Megson would like to thank the many loyal clients who have supported the firm throughout its forty-sixyear history. The team looks forward to continuing to serve the local community as part of the wider Chattertons family for many years to come.

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It is time to lift garlic, onions, and shallots.

Loosen the soil around the roots then choose a dry spell to lift them, lay them on the ground to dry out in the sun and this should help prolong their storage life.

Although it is getting late for sowing and planting there are still a few crops that can be planted: • Lettuce, rocket and a variety of salad leaves – succession sow for an ongoing supply in the autumn.

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• Fast growing varieties of peas, beetroot and carrots – a good time to sow carrots to avoid the carrot fly.

• Plant out cabbage, cauliflowers, Brussels, broccoli and kale for autumn and winter cropping, using the space created by lifting onions, garlic and early potatoes.

A few jobs for this month include: • Strawberries will finish fruiting so tidy up old foliage and cut off runners or use them to produce new plants.

• Earth up brassicas to give them a firm hold in the soil and give them a top-dressing of nitrogenous fertilizer or an organic liquid feed.

• Cover cauliflower heads with the leaves to prevent them from going yellow.

• A major cause of poor crops with potatoes is poor nutrition. They are a very greedy plant, and a boost now will pay a dividend in tubers.

A feed balanced as for tomatoes is ideal.

• Ensure that peas and brassicas are netted to keep the pigeons off.

• Inspect cabbage leaves for eggs or caterpillars and squash them or spray.

• Liquid feed crops weekly to maintain productivity, especially for tomatoes, cucumbers, courgettes, and sweetcorn.

Just think... all that soil preparation and planting in the colder and wetter months and now a vegetable patch or allotment that is brimming with wonderful fruit and vegetables.

Enjoy!

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here are some wine productions that can be classed as irresistible.

For this quest, I searched for a range of wines and found a most acceptable list, that were indeed, labelled “Irresistible”.

Various types of wines satisfy numerous people, be it a dry white, off-dry production, sweeter delectation or perhaps something sparkling.

EXPLORERS SAUVIGNON BLANC (12% vol), from Marlborough, New Zealand, I found to be dominated, exceptionally well, with the fruity flavours of gooseberries. This dry wine is extremely popular, satisfying many white wine lovers, constantly.

VIOGNIER ST GABRIEL PAYS D’OC (13% vol) hails from France. This dry, fully flavoured wine production has the pale gold colours and excellent bouquet enticing to the mouth’s pleasures. Floral and ripe stone fruits are most evident.

BACCHUS (12% vol), from Kent, England, is a further, very popular dry white wine. I rated this production highly, having overtones of elderflowers and gooseberries. Fresh, and again with an aromatic pleasure for the nasal senses, this wine has countless devotees.

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SOLO (12.5% vol). This dry Garnacha pink pleaser comes from Spain. The pale pink colour adds ‘interest’ to many dining tables. Old bush vines provide the red fruits for this delectation.

EIGHT ACRES (11.5% vol), from Kent, England, is highly rated by many dry, sparkling rosé, wine lovers. Ripe, juicy red fruits are very noticeable, for the mouthfeel and the palate’s delight. Again, this elegant wine adds delicate colour to a lot of dining occasions.

PROSECCO (10.5% vol) is hugely popular around the world. Both the sparkling white and sparkling rosy productions are regularly a feature at celebrations, parties and events. Italy is one of the countries, renowned globally, for wine productions of highquality and their Prosecco wines are always in demand.

All these wines can be very much enjoyed on their own, as well as accompanying numerous foods, such as white meats, fish, seafoods, salads and more, admirably.

I located these wines at a Coop store, all in their “IRRESISTIBLE” range. I found the Co-op range of wines, including a good number of award-winners, to be excellent. Knowledgeable advice is always available in stores, if required. Take time and pleasure, to find your favourites. www.coop.co.uk

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Urban Beach ’26 Three Weeks of Summer Magic at Elsea Park This August, Elsea Park will be transformed into a vibrant coastal escape as the Trust unveils Urban Beach ’26, a unique three week celebration, bringing the spirit of the seaside right into the heart of our community.

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rom August 4th to the 24th, residents can enjoy a spectacular 15m x 9m inland beach on Cooke’s Field, directly opposite the Community Centre. Complete with soft golden sand, deckchairs, and a relaxed holiday atmosphere, it promises to be a standout attraction for all ages.

Simon Francis, Managing Director at Barratt Homes Northampton, said, “We are delighted to help sponsor Urban Beach 2026 and hope all who attend the event have a fantastic time. We are building nearby at Barratt Homes at Bourne, where a variety of homes are available with schemes and offers to suit all types of buyers.”

But the beach is just the beginning.

Preparations are well underway, and a full programme of entertainment has been arranged to keep families, children, and visitors engaged throughout the three weeks. With activities scheduled five times a week, Urban Beach ’26 will offer something for everyone — from circus workshops and live music to the much loved Punch and Judy show.

Urban Beach ’26 aims to create a welcoming space where neighbours can relax, connect, and enjoy the best of summer. As always, we’re hoping for plenty of sunshine to make the most of this ambitious project. But rain or shine, the Trust is committed to delivering a memorable August experience that brings people together and celebrates the spirit of Elsea Park.

Local housing developers have shown fantastic support for the initiative, helping bring individual entertainment days to life. Bellway Homes and Barratt David Wilson Homes have each sponsored events, reinforcing the strong partnership between the Trust and the organisations shaping our growing community.

Urban Beach ’26 is free to attend, open to all, and set to be a highlight of the summer calendar. Pack your sunglasses, bring your friends and a picnic, and join us for three unforgettable weeks on our very own community beach.

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“Lego Mania” raises over £1,300 for Dementia Support South Lincs Local Lego enthusiasts, families and supporters came together on June 7th for the first-ever “Lego Mania”, a community event organised to raise awareness of dementia, and support the work of Dementia Support South Lincs.

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eld close to Dementia Action Week, the event shone a spotlight on the charity's Square Hole Club, an earlyonset dementia group that meets twice a month and provides social opportunities, support and friendship for people living with dementia.

Visitors enjoyed a packed programme of activities, including an exhibition of impressive Lego builds created by members of the local Lego community and supporters of the charity. There was also a dedicated building room featuring a variety of Lego challenges, giving participants the chance to win prizes. Additional attractions included an extensive raffle, a "Guess the Bricks" competition, a lucky dip and a silent auction, all helping to raise valuable funds for the charity.

Special thanks go to InterGen for sponsoring the event, Pilgrim Foodservice for donating refreshments, and Greencore for providing a substantial number of prizes. Further thanks are extended to Tesco, Sainsbury's, North Shoes, Café 35, Rob Fitness, The Sweet Stop, Hoppers, Harrison & Dunn, Bourne Book Shop, The Butterfield Centre and, of course, the charity's dedicated members and volunteers.

“Lego Mania” raised an impressive £1,335.97, with all proceeds helping to support the ongoing running costs of the Square Hole Club and ensuring the charity can continue providing vital support to people living with early-onset dementia and their families.

For more information about Dementia Support South Lincs and the Square Hole Club, please contact the charity directly, by email info@dementiasupportsouthlincs. co.uk or phone 01778 426756.

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The “Power of the Press”!

The following message from Louise Saunders (Dementia Support South Lincs) reached us after the event: “We were really pleased with how the day went and wanted to thank you again. Many of the people who attended told us they had heard about it through the (Discovering Bourne) magazine.

One story in particular stood out. An autistic boy who attended had cut the advert out of the magazine and stuck it on the fridge. He kept telling his mum, "We're going to this”. His mum shared that it can be very difficult to get him to attend or to be interested in activities, but he has a great love for Lego, so it meant a great deal to hear how excited he was. It really highlighted how important community magazines like yours are in helping people discover local events and opportunities”.

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Free Family Event with bouncy castle, facepainting, crafts & food

� Saturday 4 July � 2:30–4:30pm � Elsea Park Community Centre

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LDC in “Defying Oz”

“Breathtaking and Stunning” Dance Showcase

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ver the weekend of May 23rd and 24th, local dance school LDC Dance took to the stage at The Cresset Theatre in Peterborough with their biggest showcase to date, “Defying Oz”. Featuring one hundred and seventy dancers aged from three to eighteen, the dance showcase combines the stories of “Wicked” and “The Wizard of Oz” through Street, Commercial, Jazz, Lyrical and many more dance styles.

The show took audiences on an unforgettable journey from the sassy halls of Shiz University, along the funky Yellow Brick Road and into the glittering Emerald City, showcasing the incredible talent, dedication and hard work of the dancers.

With breathtaking choreography, stunning costumes and an emotional storyline, “Defying Oz” captivated audiences across both performances.

LDC Dance Principal, Lauren Willis said, “This has been one of the hardest, but most magical shows we've ever created. Seeing it all come to life on stage was incredibly emotional. Every dancer should be so proud of what they achieved.”

Following the success of “Defying Oz”, LDC Dance now looks ahead to a busy summer of performances and competitions, continuing to provide opportunities for young people across the local area to develop confidence, creativity and a love of dance.

After being crowned Best Dance School (North and Midlands) at the National Entertainment Awards last September, LDC earned the incredible opportunity to represent the region at the National Finals at The 02. They successfully went head-to-head with seventeen other regional champion dance schools and won the prestigious award, "NATIONAL DANCE SCHOOL OF THE YEAR"!!

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Win Tickets to Wistow Maze In celebration of Sir David Attenborough’s one hundredth year, Leicestershire’s famous annual Wistow Maze has been designed in the shape of a Mountain Gorilla, which he famously filmed in Rwanda in 1978 for the iconic BBC series, “Life on Earth”.

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he giant eight-acre maize maze has a fun Quiz Trail hidden amongst three miles of pathways, with high-level bridges and towers giving stunning panoramic views.

Visitors are challenged to find twelve quiz boards, featuring animals from his pioneering nature series, as well as interesting facts about this famous naturalist and broadcaster. They can also take part in a variety of mini mazes and games in the ‘Activity Funyard’, which includes a space-hopper track, hoopla, beanbag throwing and a football shooting game.

Across the road is the Wistow Rural Centre with its cafe, Garden Centre, art gallery, model village and numerous shops, making it a great day out for all ages.

Wistow Maze is situated opposite the Wistow Rural Centre, which is signed from the A6 at Great Glen and Kibworth, and the A5199 at Kilby. (Kibworth Rd, Wistow, Leics. LE8 0QF) Opens: July 20th – September 6th (daily), and the weekend of September 13th/14th.

10am – 6pm. Free Parking.

Admission charges: Adult 10.95 Child £8.95 Family Ticket (2+2) £37

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For your chance to win a Family Ticket (two adults and two children) to the amazing Wistow Maze, simply answer the following question:

In what shape has the 2026 Wistow Maze been designed?

Send your answer and contact details to Discovering Magazines, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET or email sales@discoveringmagazines.co.uk stating in which magazine you have seen the competition.

Closing date for entries: 20/07/26

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & EVENTS 2nd and every Thursday - ‘Bourne Grief Safe Space’ drop-in session at the Sugar Mill, PE10 0ET from 10am – 12 noon.

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

2nd and every Thursday - Bourne Wheelers social pub ride leaving the Leisure Centre at 6pm.

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.

3rd - Bingo at Wake House, 41 North Street, Bourne.

Doors open 7pm, Eyes down 7.30pm. Tea/coffee and biscuits. www.wakehouse.org.uk.

4th - The Old Town Hall Pop- Up events. Join us for “Afternoon Tea,” followed by a short talk by Tim Stubbs at the Darby and Joan Hall, South Road.

What better way to spend a Saturday afternoon?

3pm - 5pm. Sandwiches, savouries, scones and cakes. £24.95. For tickets and details, visit www. bournetownhall.org.uk All proceeds will go towards the Old Town Hall regeneration project.

4th - Live Country Music evening at Masonic Centre Hall, 1-2 Roman Bank, Bourne, PE10 9LQ. This month Jeff Gallant. Entrance £10, no bar, so bring your own drinks. For further information, call Donna 07718 972329 or email DCALiner@aol.com.

4th - Nibble and Natter Coffee Morning in the Abbey Church Hall 10am - 12noon. Stalls to include books, jigsaws, raffle, jewellery and refreshments. All welcome. Proceeds to Abbey Church funds. Further details from Ann Northen 01778 423353.

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 on Burghley Street at 9am.

5th - Open mic at The Hare and Hounds, Haconby.

8pm. PA and soundman provided - hosted by Nick Gomm - 01778 571428.

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

6th and every Monday - “Go Ride on the Rec” from 6pm – 7pm at Bourne Recreation Ground.

Skills-based cycling activities for riders aged 7 - 12.

Please bring working bike and helmet.

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

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

Further details at www.bournetownharriers.org.

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

8th - Friends of Bourne Woods have an “Evening Flower Potter,” a short walk looking at the summer flowers, with time for questions, led by experienced guide, Roland Stevens. Meet at the Orchard, off Beech Avenue, at 7.30pm. Suggested cash donation of £2.

8th - 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.

8th and 22nd - Art group sessions at Wake House, North Street, Bourne. 10am – 12 noon. 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. £6. Wake House Office Manager (Adele) on 01778 782224.

9th - Bourne Worth It W.I - Abbey Church Hall 7.30pm - 9.30pm. This month, Jo Carter will give a talk entitled “Below Stairs, the Life of a Ladies Maid.”

Visitors £6 to include refreshments. All welcome.

11th - Delaine Bus Museum, Spalding Road.

PE10 9LE. Open 12noon-4pm. Admission: Adults £2.50, accompanied U16s free. Heritage Bus Rides at 1.15pm, 2.15pm and 3.15pm. Further details at: www.delaineheritagetrust.org.

12th - St Firmin’s Church Thurlby. “The Sommerfield Collection” -Over 700 photographs of Thurlby and Northorpe village, and its people over the ages, will be on display in the church from 2pm - 4pm when the Refresh Cafe will also be open. Then open Monday July 13th to Friday July 17th: 2pm - 4pm and Saturday July 18th: 10am - 4pm.

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. If you need further information, please contact optionbdlh@gmail.com.

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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 - recommendations, books swaps, book discussions etc. Facebook and Instagram page Chapter33BookClub. www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=61586126811101.

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.

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

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

15th – August 5th - Willoughby Memorial Trust Gallery at Moreley’s Lane, Corby Glen, NG33 4NL - latest exhibition is “Fenland Friends”, a group of artists from South Lincolnshire working in a variety of styles and media. Open from 12 noon - 5 pm.

Tuesday - Sunday, Admission free.

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.

18th - “Five and the Mysterious Case of Dick” at Stamford Corn Exchange. Five are all grown up — well, technically. Middle-age spread has set up camp, hangovers last a week, and their best stories start with “remember when.” Realising life’s slipping by faster than their hairlines, they decide it’s time to get off the sofa, ditch the takeaways, and have one last big adventure. What could possibly go wrong? 7:30pm start. For tickets and further information, visit www.stamfordcornexchange. co.uk/five-and-the-mysterious-case-of-dick/ 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.

16th - Bourne Garden Club welcome NGS speaker Neil Timms with a talk about “Lincolnshire Gardens.”

7.30pm at Bourne Abbey Church Hall. Visitors welcome £5. For further details, contact Marion Durrands 01778 421023.

16th - “People, Pubs and Poppycock,” an evening with Tim Stubbs 7pm - 9pm at the Darby and Joan Hall. Tickets £10 - bar and raffle. Contact Yvonne 01778 393219 or 07518 218036. All proceeds to Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool. See Facebook for more details and where to buy tickets. Tickets are selling fast - be quick!

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JULY 2026 17th - Quiz Night in Haconby Church. £2.50 per person. Max 4 per team. Doors open 7.15pm for 7.30pm start. Bring your own drinks and snacks.

18th - Afternoon tea in Haconby Church. 2.30pm to 4pm. Delicious selection of sandwiches and cakes available.

18th - Surprise Bingo! Oddfellows Hall, 57 Church Street, Market Deeping, PE6 8AN at 2pm. £1 for a book of 10 games. Donation for refreshments.

Contact Jenny on 07788 534290 to book.

19th - Coffee Morning. Oddfellows Hall, 57 Church Street, Market Deeping, PE6 8AN, 11am - 1pm. Pop in for a cuppa, cake and a natter.

Fundraising for Deepings Community Library.

20th - The speaker at this month’s U3A Meeting will be Dr. Ann Featherstone with her talk “I’ll polish him off’’: The Curious History of Sweeney Todd. Doors open 1.45pm for 2.10pm start at Bourne Corn Exchange.

20th - The Alamo Country Music Club at Edenham Village Hall PE10 0LS. This month “Mickey Page.” 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.

25th - Coffee Morning at The Salvation Army, Manning Road, Bourne from 9.30am. Bacon butties, refreshments and a Bring and Buy stall.

25th - Festival of the Unexceptional at Grimsthorpe Castle celebrates the everyday car from quirky hatchbacks to beloved saloons and forgotten family favourites. For further details, visit www. grimsthorpe.co.uk.

26th - Enjoy a relaxing Sunday afternoon with local duo, Side by Side who will be playing at Smith’s Bourne at 4.30pm.

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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Bourne Corn Exchange.

13th - This month’s speaker is Malcolm Kenwood whose talk is entitled “Antiques Rogue Show” The talk explores interesting tales of the criminal art underworld. So, what with a good speaker, good meal, plus raffle and good company, why not come along and try us out? The dress code is smart. 12noon.

Royal British Legion Club There are no events this month.

Bourne Motor Racing Club Members-only event this month.

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

Membership of Probus is growing and not only are there the monthly lunch meetings, mostly with a speaker, but the secretary organises several away day visits. For more details, email malcolmkenwood@mac.com.

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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!

Unity Centre, West Street, Stamford PE9 2PR Email: hello@thevocalclub.co.uk Facebook / Instagram: @thevocalclubuk Website: www.thevocalclub.co.uk

Bourne And District Lions

Bourne Lions Club (CIO). Meetings monthly on the 2nd and 4th Monday at The Royal British Legion, 7a Burghley Street, Bourne. Contact us at lions@bournelions.org or 0345 833 2810.

LDC Dance Company

Specialising in teaching a wide variety of dance styles to all ages and abilities. (3yrs+).

18 Abbey Road, Bourne.

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BOOK REVIEWS THE GIVEN WORLD

BY MELISSA HARRISON ‘In the ancient Welm Valley, something is shifting: the river is behaving oddly, while the arrival of spring, with its familiar rhythms, is shadowed by an undercurrent of unease’.

A woman falls while out walking and hopes to be found before nightfall; a doctor realises, too late, that he has long underestimated his wife; across the village, people are plagued by the same vast and unsettling dream. And alone in a converted priory, overlooking water meadows unchanged for centuries, Clare Grey receives news which will force her to reconsider her family’s past and the fresh weight of her solitary existence.

JULY 2026

WATCHING YOU

BY HELEN FIELDS

On the dark streets of Edinburgh, a killer is waiting. When a body is found, it is only the beginning. Soon there will be seven more.

In the city’s hospital, renowned surgeon Beth Waterfall is grieving. Her beloved only daughter fell prey to a vicious stalker a year previously – and now he’s coming for her too.

Edinburgh’s police are desperate. After one body comes another, and then another. The brutal deaths are all seemingly unconnected, yet DS Lively and forensic profiler Dr Connie Woolwine know they are dealing with a serial killer – they just need to prove it.

But time is running out, and Beth Waterfall already looks set to be the next victim…

BBC PROMS 2026 - BBC PROMS GUIDES

BY BBC PROMS PUBLICATIONS The BBC Proms is the world's biggest and longest-running classical musical festival. Held every summer at the Royal Albert Hall and across the UK, it attracts a glittering array of artists and orchestras from the UK and around the world. Whether you're a first-time visitor or an experienced Prommer, watching at home or listening on radio or online, the “BBC Proms Guide” is an excellent companion.

Filled with concert listings and articles by leading writers, it offers an insight into the performers and repertoire.

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Join us at our Bourne Warehouse Sale Discover something you’ll love, whether for your home or as a thoughtful gift.

Wednesday 8th – Sunday 19th July The Old Brewery, Spalding Road, Bourne, PE10 9WG Onsite parking, plus refreshments available Scan the QR code to book your tickets

BOURNE CHESS CLUB Check This One Out, Mate!”

Bourne Chess Club in its current form was founded in March 2024 by a group of like-minded friends who enjoy the game and the social links it provides.

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he club has grown and become a social, educational and competitive hub for chess players within the Bourne community. The club is open to all ages and skill levels, and we are delighted to be able to say at a recent social event to celebrate Christmas, that the age range of attendees was more than sixty years! The club currently meet in the Baxter Room within Wake House, North Street, Bourne, on Thursday evenings from 6.30pm to 9.30pm.

As part of our commitment to the community, we also have a Tuesday evening session in Room 7 at Wake House for junior players wishing to learn more about the intricacies of the game. This is managed by Sam Warner as our Junior Club Co-ordinator. He is ably assisted by other members when required. This session runs from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.

As is the nature of club management, we take security and safety very seriously and have a clear set of rules and procedures related to safeguarding which is made available to all visitors. We encourage guardians to attend all sessions.

We have seen junior players who have come through Sam’s excellent tutelage move over to the Thursday night sessions and we very much feel that this is a valuable transition for the youngsters involved.

In addition to its social element, the club has also entered teams into both Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire County Competitions, and we are pleased to boast that the club won the league in its inaugural year in 2024/’25 and have performed well with two very competitive teams during the 2025/’26 season.

Anyone interested in coming along is welcome on any Club Night for a free ‘taster evening’. The club welcomes all skill levels and is open to encouraging social and competitive chess. You are sure of a warm welcome.

You can contact the club via our Website, Facebook page or via Wake House directly, should you like a chat ahead of attendance.

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Probate: Helping Families

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he Deepings is a wonderful community, built on strong family connections, friendships and neighbours looking out for one another. Yet, like every community, there are times when families face the difficult experience of losing a loved one.

The probate process often feels overwhelming at an already stressful time. Executors are responsible for valuing assets, dealing with a multitude of agencies, ensuring any tax obligations are met, and distributing the estate correctly. These responsibilities carry legal obligations, and mistakes can sometimes lead to delays, additional costs, and personal liability.

Alongside the grief and emotional challenges that come with bereavement, there are practical matters that need attention. One of these is probate – a term many people have heard but few fully understand until they find themselves needing to deal with it.

Whilst some estates are straightforward, others can be more complex than they first appear.

Professional support can help ease the burden by guiding families through each step of the process. For many people, having an experienced professional manage the process provides valuable peace of mind during an emotional time.

Probate is the legal process of managing someone’s estate after they have passed away.

This can include dealing with bank accounts, property, investments and personal possessions, as well as settling any outstanding debts before assets are passed on to beneficiaries.

Planning ahead can also make life easier for loved ones. Having an up-to-date will and discussing your wishes with family members can reduce uncertainty and make the administration of your estate far more straightforward.

At W&P Legal we offer free initial consultations to discuss your requirements. Our qualified paralegals are on hand to answer all your questions and will ‘walk alongside you’ throughout the process.

To book an appointment, please call us on 01778 252301 or book online at www.wplegal.co.uk.

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The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) has officially launched a public appeal to help fund a second helicopter, which could save hundreds more lives every year.

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For more than thirty years, the LNAA’s highly skilled crews have been by the side of thousands of critically ill and seriously injured patients, delivering advanced, highly specialised treatment and care.

However, over recent years demand for the service has increased by 135%, placing increasing pressure on the charity’s current resources. The average number of helicopter missions per day currently stands at five this year so far, which is an increase from four last year.

Compared to the twenty-one different air ambulance charities across the UK, the LNAA covers the largest geographical area (3,500 square miles) with just one helicopter. There are now at least

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one to two major medical emergencies across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire every day that LNAA cannot attend because it’s already deployed elsewhere.

CEO, Karen Jobling explained: “A second helicopter will mean we can reach around four hundred additional patients every year and ensure more families get the chance to have their loved one return home.”

The new AW109 helicopter is expected to be operational in October 2027 – but public donations are vital to achieving that goal. Several fundraising activities are already planned, including the Lincoln Dragon Boat Festival on July 11th. Karen said every penny raised will bring the charity closer to making the impossible, possible.

To donate to the Mission Possible 2 Appeal, or find out how you can get involved, please visit

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Every Tuesday we offer free 20-minute family law advice appointments at our offices in Market Deeping and Bourne, to discuss your situation with our family solicitor, who can offer advice about your options and recommend next steps.

To make a free 20-minute appointment call 01778 230 030, email emma.mcgrath@hegarty.co.uk or visit hegarty.co.uk/familyclinic

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The Nagger “Jack! This tap is dripping…and it’s driving me insane, And when you find the energy… perhaps you’ll fix the drain.

It’s been blocked up for ages now…it seems you just don’t care.

You’ll sit and watch that ‘goggle-box’ till pigs fly through the air.”

He bites hard on his old black pipe…and strokes his balding head.

He’s heard that voice for forty years… she even nags in bed!

“Now shut up Maggie, there’s a love…I’ll do the jobs tonight.”

“You’ll do them now…then get a bath…you look a scruffy sight!

Our Brian’s bringing home his girl…and let me warn you now If you’re not on your best behaviour…there’ll be such a row!

And if she’s got that skirt on that comes high above her thighs…

And you look more than once my lad…I’ll blacken both your eyes!”

How different his life could have been…he muses quietly.

Her voice still ringing in his ears…he finishes his tea.

He reaches for his jacket…and before more trouble starts, He slips out to the local…for a friendly game of darts.

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Words from the Mayor

Councillor Paul Fellows

When Judi and I moved into the area, I was invited to join the Bourne Lions Club. My first assumption, because this is such a rural area, was that it must have something to do with animal husbandry and, more to the point, where did they keep the lions?

I was soon put in the picture about what the Lions Club is and does and, probably because of my obvious childishness, was asked to direct the Annual Lions Pantomime. At that time, every year, in order to raise money for good causes, the Lions produced a pantomime which was performed with brilliant reviews at the Corn Exchange! (Oh no it wasn’t!) I went on to direct three of these and eventually left the Lions to form Bourne Youth Theatre, whilst the Lions went on to greater things.

Bourne Lions are my chosen “Community Organisation” for this month.

Bourne Lions Club was established in 1975 and has always been looking for ways to help the community of Bourne and the surrounding area. Lions Clubs are volunteers dedicated to making a difference in their local communities.

They fundraise and support local charities in many ways and are always proud to serve.

Every Christmas, they organise for Father Christmas on his sleigh to tour the town and, every summer, hold a ‘Funday’ for the whole community, usually on the Recreation Ground in Bourne.

Whilst the membership is currently low, incoming president, Dave Kaye is looking to build alliances with similar organisations in Bourne to support our town in the best way possible, that is practically! All new ideas for projects are welcome. If you feel you could help our community, whilst joining one of the friendliest organisations there is, please email: lions@bournelions.org.

By the time you read this, you will all hopefully have had a really jolly time at the Picnic in the Park, brought to you by Bourne Town Council, Bourne United Charities and people who love this town.

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