Welcome to your December issue...
Avery warm welcome to this, our last issue of 2025. As a new year draws closer, it’s time to look back and reflect on this year, in which so much has happened locally and further afield. For some of us, some loved ones are no longer around, but for many, new arrivals and relationships have made the future look brighter than ever.
Huge thanks go to everyone who has helped us at Discovering Magazines in any way this year. This refers to our advertisers and contributors, (with their regular features, wonderful advice, and suggestions) and, of course, our dedicated sales and editorial colleagues who this year have shown such amazing support for each other. But it is you, our readers, who make everything worthwhile for us, so many thanks to you all. Best wishes for Christmas and for 2026 – good luck, but most importantly, good health!
Claire x
Quote of the year must go to the golfer who recently shot a 13-over-par round and explained, “I thought I hit a lot of great shots out there. I hit a lot of good shots … just to the wrong spots.” These are the words of Kai Trump, the granddaughter of a certain US President! Congratulations to England’s Men on reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the England Men’s Rugby going unbeaten in ten games. Now, we hold our breath over the next seven weeks, as our cricketers aim to make it a hat-trick by bringing home The Ashes! And finally:
• When I complained that the barista had served me the wrong coffee, twenty minutes late, he just smirked, “Better latte than never!”
• Next year’s Fibonacci Convention is going to be really special - it’s as big as the last two put together. Enjoy the read … and a fun-filled Christmas too!
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4 Vine House Farm Shop and Café. 6-7 Inside Out Home Store. 8 Gladwells Pet & Country Stores. 13 Under My Wing Care & Support. 14 W & P Legal.
16-17 ..... The Chemist Shop at Glinton and DSJ. 18 ........... Deep-in Aesthetics. 24-25 ... The Liberty Partnership. 26 Financial Affairs: Finova Money Ltd. 30 Hegarty: Free Family Legal Clinics. 32-33 Christmas Novelty Hunt: Win £50. 36 Path Mortgages.
40.......... Local History: The Winter of 1947. 42-43 ... Consumer Advice from Safe Local Trades.
46-47 ... Durable Roofline Ltd.
50 Community Matters. 52 Musical Christmas Quiz 54 Go Cruise & Travel.
56 What’s on: Events Guide
57 .......... Santa’s Sleigh Route for the Deepings and villages.
63 .......... Deeping Roofing featured. 63-66 ... Businesses Directory.
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Merry Christmas from W & P Legal... and a thought for the Turkey Coma
As the festive season rolls around once again, all of us at W & P Legal want to wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year.
We hope your holidays are filled with laughter, good company, and copious amounts of mince pies. It’s that wonderful time of year when the pace of life slows down a little, the to-do lists go on pause, and even the most determined workaholic finds themself horizontal in front of the King’s Speech with a tin of chocolates in hand.
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But while you’re enjoying that well-earned rest, here’s a gentle suggestion (and we promise it’s a friendly one!). The Christmas and New Year break can actually be the perfect time to have those important family conversations that so often get postponed, like sorting out your will, setting up a Power of Attorney, or making sure your estate planning reflects your current wishes.
Between the leftovers, the board games, and the mild chaos of visiting relatives, it’s often the time for when the whole family is together and that’s exactly when it’s easiest to talk about the future, openly and positively. After all, it’s not a gloomy topic when it’s about giving everyone peace of mind and clarity. Think of it as tying a bow on your affairs as neatly as the one on that suspiciously re-wrapped gift from last year!
So, while we certainly don’t recommend opening your will after the crackers have been pulled, a quiet chat over a glass of something festive might just be one of the most thoughtful things you do this Christmas.
From all of us at W & P Legal, thank you for your continued trust and support throughout the year.
We wish you a restful break, a joyful start to 2026, and, most importantly, no arguments over Monopoly... It’s only a game!
Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!
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A Christmas Message
It’s the most wonderful time of the year here in Market Deeping! As the town sparkles with festive lights, we at Path Mortgages want to share a little Christmas cheer and a few seasonal tips for those dreaming of a new home in the year ahead.
For some, that means thinking about more space, a fresh start, or finally making that dream move a reality. Amid the festivities, it’s also the perfect time to plan for 2026. So, as our gift to you, here are a few ways to prepare for your next home journey while still enjoying the Christmas season.
Plan ahead, but don’t panic
December can feel like a whirlwind, but it’s a great time to prepare. While many wait for January, you can get ahead by reviewing your finances now, maybe set aside part of your holiday budget for a deposit or moving costs. Not sure where to start? We’re here to help, with free consultations
available even during the festive rush.
Get ready for January
The property market comes alive in the new year, so being prepared gives you an edge. Our team can help you review your budget, check your credit score, and gather the paperwork you’ll need, so you’re ready to jump into house-hunting or remortgaging as soon as January begins.
Balance festive spending with future goals
It’s easy to get carried away at Christmas, but if a new home is on your 2026 wish list, try to avoid overusing credit or taking on new debt. Managing your finances wisely now will strengthen your mortgage options later.
Enjoy the home you have
While planning ahead, don’t forget to enjoy the present. Decorate, celebrate, and take in the twinkling lights of Market Deeping. A happy home today sets the stage for exciting new beginnings tomorrow.
From all of us at Path Mortgages, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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The Winter Of 1947
Snow started to fall in the last week of January and continued through February into early March, together with strong winds which caused it to drift. A bus party from Deeping, returning from the cinema in Peterborough, had to spend all night in a snowdrift at Marholm when their vehicle became trapped. There were severe frosts, and the River Welland froze, but suddenly on March 10th, warmer air started a rapid thaw, followed by rain, and conditions just got worse.
Within a few days, melting snow and ice made the river overflow its banks. Soon, water was swirling round The Cross in Deeping St James into Broadgate Lane, and Horsegate was under water. A resident recalled watching people’s furniture floating past and boats delivering food to those who had to retreat to upper rooms. In Market Deeping, the High Street was flooded, and a Boston couple had to abandon their car in deep water. The next morning, they tried to retrieve it by boat but were prevented by floating blocks of ice.
Farmers in the fen anxiously monitored Deeping High Bank which protected their land from torrents of water in the Welland. It seemed inevitable that the bank would be breached and disaster happened on March 21st, when it gave way on the Crowland side.
The danger bell was rung at Crowland Abbey for the first time since floods in 1880, and frantic efforts were made to repair the bank. Volunteers were helped by a large contingent of German prisoners, and Buffalo amphibious tanks were put into the breach. Food was still under wartime rationing, and crops ruined by flooding were a great loss.
German prisoners of war were also brought by lorry to Deeping St James, to reinforce the earth bank behind houses on the riverside in Eastgate. The local name for a mooring was “hive” and the protective barrier was known as Hive Bank. Over time, some residents had allowed the bank to become overgrown and weakened by roots of trees growing on it.
Although the collapse of High Bank allowed water to flow away from the Deepings, it caused havoc around Crowland, and downstream, at Spalding, where men with long poles had to guide floating ice under the bridges to reduce flooding there. It was decided that a river improvement scheme from The Wash to Stamford was essential to prevent a recurrence.
As part of the scheme, a flood relief channel was excavated from Tallington to re-join the River Welland near Peakirk. Known as Maxey Cut, it was completed in 1954 and protects the Deepings and nearby villages by taking excess water from the river after heavy rainfall. This improved drainage also allowed houses to be built in lower Eastgate, where only a few cottages had stood before.
Wading past “The Library” in Market Deeping
Frozen river near Deeping St James bridge
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‘Tis the Season to be... Vigilant – Beware of Christmas Shopping Scams!
By Eileen Le Voi at Safe Local Trades
With the excitement of festive shopping comes a warning, as TSB has reported an 11%, year-on-year, increase in purchase fraud cases between January and September 2025. Consumers are advised to remain vigilant as purchase fraud incidents rise during the seasonal shopping period.
Many purchase scams originate on social media platforms, where fraudsters advertise counterfeit listings for sought-after or limited-availability products, such as concert and football tickets, trainers, children’s toys, home repairs, gaming consoles and other technology. Platforms such as Facebook Marketplace are particularly notable for attracting both buyers and sellers.
How to help make this time merry and not miserable:
• Choose your payment method wisely. Paying by credit card can give you protection under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act if something goes wrong with the purchase, meaning the credit card company can potentially be held liable if there is a problem. Section 75 may apply if the goods or services cost more than £100 and up to £30,000.
• Avoid rushed transactions, and meet sellers in person if possible. Use debit or credit cards, not a bank transfer.
• Good reviews don’t guarantee legitimacy, so always prioritise secure payment methods. Scammers often target hot or rare items at seemingly unbeatable prices. Do your research and check seller reviews and profiles carefully.
• It's better to spend a little more with a trusted seller than risk your money. If considering an unfamiliar site, check Trustpilot for consumer reviews.
• Try to stick to trusted websites and platforms with secure payment options.
Reporting a scam on Facebook Marketplace
• Report the listing. Find the Marketplace listing you want to report and follow the onscreen instruction.
• Report the user. Go to the Facebook profile of the user you want to report. Click on the “…” or ‘More Options’ link, usually under their cover photo. Select “Find support or report” and follow the on-screen instructions.
• Record all conversations. Before reporting a user or scam, make sure to save or screenshot any suspicious conversations or transactions.
• Submit feedback to Facebook. If you experience a scam or see a potential loophole that might be exploited by fraudsters, it’s always a good idea to provide feedback to Facebook.
• Check out Facebook’s official guidelines for staying safe while using Facebook Marketplace, so you can avoid scams.
Wishing you a safe and peaceful Christmas.
We hope you have a relaxing Christmas, filled with happiness and treasured memories.
Looking back at this year, we would like to say a huge thank you to all our valued clients for your trust and support. It is because of your loyalty and continued instructions that we are able to survive as a small general practice, providing our local community and surrounding areas with valuable, all-round legal services.
On behalf of the entire team at Double and Megson, we wish our clients and the rest of the local community a Merry Christmas and best wishes for good health, peace and happiness for the New Year.
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Deeping United Under-11 Reds Crowned “The Junior Premier League Midlands Champions”
After a very successful season last year, Deeping United Under-11 Reds wanted bigger challenges for the 2025/26 season, and we set our eyes on competing in The Junior Premier League which would mean tougher challenges from clubs further afield.
We started our journey competing against an array of teams from across the Midlands with the results going towards qualifying for either the Trophy or the Cup competition within the Midlands (Cup competition being the higher category). Deeping United qualified for the Cup competition and went unbeaten in doing so.
Deeping United was then put in a qualifying group of six teams, and they faced opponents from academies, regional talent centres and
early training centres (ETCs) such as Aston Villa and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Deeping Cubs Take to the Air
Sixteen Deeping Apache Cubs paid a visit to Peel House in Whittlesey with their leaders recently to learn more about Radio Fenland. All the cubs accepted the challenge of speaking live on air as well as meeting the Mayor of Whittlesey, Councillor Alex Miscandlon who invited the youngsters, who were aged eight to ten, to the Town Council Chamber for an insight into what it’s like to be a mayor and representative of a town. To listen to Radio Fenland, simply download the Free App Radio Fenland to your phone or tablet. Any other community groups wishing to learn about Radio Fenland can email studio@radiofenland.com
The competition was a mix of home and away matches and we won all these games to top the Midlands Cup group and be crowned “The Junior Premier League Midlands Champions.” Deeping United Under-11 Reds are now the sole team to represent the Midlands in The National Finals to be played at St. George’s Park in Staffordshire.
Coach Cliff Barrett, commented, “I couldn’t be prouder of this group of players; they have excelled and worked tirelessly to achieve what they have. Regardless of the results to come, this experience will last a lifetime. To think they have also been competing in the Peterborough Junior Alliance League on Sundays is pretty staggering.”
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Photo courtesy RWT Photography / Radio Fenland.
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“Jamie’s Quest”: A Teenage Cancer Fundraising Event
Market Deeping Model Railway Club member, Bill Sowerby has shared the following news with us, regarding a particularly worthwhile event which deserves support from us all:
“Through one of our Market Deeping Model Railway Club members who has connections with him, we heard about Jamie, a fifteen-yearold teenager with a rare and aggressive form of cancer. He requires expensive treatment, currently not available in the UK. To help Jamie, Market Deeping Model Railway Club, (along with fellow clubs from Sleaford, March, the NG34 Society, and the British Railways Modeller Magazine) has offered
to support Jamie’s Quest at this special Teenage Cancer Fundraising Event, with a Model Railways Exhibition, not only to raise money but also to raise awareness of teenage cancers.
With the kind permission and assistance of the ecclesiastical authorities and sponsorship from Trains4U Peterborough (the latter will have a small sales stand), this model railway exhibition will be held at St Michael and All Angels Church, Langtoft PE6 9LP on Saturday January 24th, 2026 (10am –4pm.) Adults £5, accompanied under-16s free
Please visit www.facebook.com/p/Jamies-Questfor-lifesaving-cancer-treatment.”
Events: December 2025
1st - The DSJ WI Carol Service will take place in the Priory Church at 2pm. Everyone welcome.
4th - Baston Church, soup lunches will be served from noon until 1.30 pm - with a nod to the festive season! £6.50 for a bowl of delicious homemade soup, roll and butter, hot dessert with custard, tea/coffee. Everyone is welcome.
5th - Glinton Horticultural Society Christmas evening. Hot food, dessert, raffle and quiz - bring your own drinks and glasses. Members £8, visitors £9. Everyone welcome. Please let us know if you are coming - lynne.best89@ yiahoo.co.uk
6th - Deepings Library have Storytime with Santa and Mrs Christmas at 1.30pm and 3.15pm. Enjoy a Storytime session and then have a selfie with Santa and a little treat. Cost is £5 per child, and adults are free (limit 2 per family).
6th 13th 27th - St Michael’s Church, Langtoft will be open for tea, coffee, biscuits and toast from 10.30am - 12.30pm.
7th - Open mic at The Hare and Hounds, Haconby, 8pm PA and soundman provided - hosted by Nick Gomm01778 571428.
7th - Carol Service at Oddfellows Hall. PE6 8AN. 3pm. Free to attend, but please bring a plate of food to share. Pre-book on 01778 423332.
9th - Deeping Ladies Coffee Club would like to welcome Swine Meadow Farm Nursery to their Christmas meeting: “Demonstrating Wreath Making. “Some wreaths may be on sale. Doors open at 10am at the Priory Church Hall. Any enquiries, contact Liz on 01778 219668.
9th - Second Tuesday of every month, Dementia Support South Lincs Coffee Morning from 11am - 12.30pm at Langtoft Village Hall, £3 donation will be greatly appreciated.
10th - A Crafty Cuppa: 10:30am. Oddfellows Hall, 57 Church Street, Market Deeping. PE6 8AN. Donation for refreshments.
10th - Ukulele Christmas Music: 2.30pm. Oddfellows Hall, 57 Church Street, Market Deeping. PE6 8AN. Cash donation for refreshments. Pre book on 01778 342006.
11th - The Arts Society, Peterborough monthly talk at The Fleet Community Centre, Fletton, PE2 8DL is “The Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy” presented by Dr Rosamund Bartlett. Doors open at 10.15am for coffee and a chat, the talk starts at 10.45am and lasts an hour. All are welcome, so why not join us? For more information and details of how to join the society, visit: www.the-artssociety-peterborough.org.uk or contact The Membership Secretary, Ian Webb at napiernimbus@btinternet,com.
11th - Red Hall Bourne, Baroque Folk with Penny Stevens, Les Woods and Graham Starkie on guitars, violin, viola and voice. Doors 7pm for music 7.30 - 9pm. £10 cash only on door. Inc wine and mince pie. Limited seating, no advanced booking.
11th - Stamford’s popular community choir, Woven Chords, will be back on stage in the Stamford Arts Centre Ballroom. Specialising in a cappella (unaccompanied) songs from at least four continents, and often singing in the original languages, they aim to take the audience around the world with songs from Europe, Asia, Africa and the
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12th - Deepings Heritage present a talk by Chris Hunt - “The Darker Side of Stamford” - when he will reveal characters and events from the town’s less attractive past. 7.30pm in the main hall of the Community Centre, Market Deeping. Admission £3
13th - The Gildenburgh Choir Christmas Concert: 7.30pm St Jude’s Church, Cranford Drive, Peterborough PE3 7EW. Enjoy a lovely evening of music led by our new Musical Director Sean Douglas. Tickets £6 for adults and accompanied children are free. Tickets from David Perkins 01778 343158 and available on the door. There will be a short interval, and refreshments will be available at the end of the concert.
13th - Nene and Welland Oddfellows Christmas Surprise Bingo! 2pm at Coronation Hall, 16 Halfleet, Market Deeping. PE6 8DB. £1 per book of 10 games. £1 Christmas Flyer. Donation for Christmas refreshments. Contact Jenny to pre-book on 07788 534290.
15th- Deepings u3a meeting at the Methodist Church, Deeping St James: 10.30am. The Buckden Bellringers will be entertaining us. The doors open at 9.30am for refreshments including mince pies before the performance. For further details, contact David Perkins on 01778 343158.
17th - Nene and Welland Oddfellows Friendship Christmas Lunch at the Crown Inn in Surfleet. 12.30pm. Cost as per menu. Book with Christine on 07714 096801. Nene & Welland Oddfellows would like to wish everyone a very happy Christmas and a lovely New Year, and we look forward to welcoming people to our upcoming events in 2026.
20th - St Michael’s, Langtoft “Festive Trees and Treats,” cake stall, bacon and sausage butties, homemade soup, chocolate tombola, Christmas lucky dip, Christmas hamper raffle, Christmas raffle: 10.30am -2pm. All welcome.
20th - The Alamo Country Music Club at Edenham Village Hall, PE10 0LS. This month “Maddison County” - Tickets £7 - Doors open at 7pm for 8pm start. Tea/coffee and refreshment available; bring your own drinks. Contact Graham on 01529 455449 / 07984 161738 or Mags on 07872 926143.
31st - Nene and Welland Oddfellows Aussie New Year’s Eve Tea Party 2pm at Coronation Hall, 16 Halfleet, Market Deeping. PE6 8DB. £7 (£6 members). Contact Jenny to pre-book on 07788 534290.
DEEPINGS CAMERA CLUB
1st and every Wednesday - Deepings Camera Club at the Deepings Community Centre, Douglas Road, PE6 8PA. We enjoy presentations with stunning images from top photographers, also friendly competitions and much more. Visitors are always very welcomeyour interest in photography is more important than ability. See our programme and get in touch at www.deepingscamera.club. Please noteNo meetings on December 17th, 24th or 31st.
Santa's Sleigh Route 20²5
Market Deeping and Deeping St James
Father Christmas will be around from 6pm until 9pm at the following places. Once again, we will NOT be knocking on your door, so please keep a look out for the sleigh lights and of course the music. For the outlying villages, please refer to the schedule below.
Monday 1st December - Broadgate Lane and Eastgate
Broadgate Lane, Windmill Cl, The Parslins, Tyghes Cl, Rycroft Ave, Crowfields, Ascendale, Rycroft Cl, Priory Cl, Old Priory Farm, Old Cross Square, Eastgate, Stephens Way, Stowgate, Locks Cl, Eastgate (to Casey’s Corner)
Tue 2nd - Millfield Rd, Hereward Way, Church St, DSJ Millfield Rd, Park Rd, Welland Way, Manor Way, Waterton Cl, Hereward Way, Brownlow Dr, Bell Lane, Park Estate, New Row, Bridge St, Church St. (Finish at old gaol).
Wed 3rd - Horsegate, Spalding Rd, Frognall Village
Groom Cl, Horsegate Farm Cl, Horsegate, Tudor Place, Churchfield Cl, Braeburn Rd, Laxton Cl, Darbyshire Cl, Hall Meadow Rd, Tooley Way, Abel Cl, Spalding Rd, Frognall.
Friday 12th - Linchfield Rd and Crowson Way Linchfield Rd, Linchfield Cl, Crowson Way, The Lees, Sewell Cl, Feneley Cl, Allen Cl, Pawlett Cl, Panton Cl, Swift Cl, Pendlebury Dr.
Monday 15th - Stamford Rd, Church Street, Halfleet.
Stamford Rd, Stamford Cl, Church St, The Avenue, Woodlands, Cedar Cl, St Guthlac’s Ave, Hall Farm, Towngate West, The Hawthornes, Vergette Court,The Paddock, Lime Tree Ave, Towngate East, Dovecote Rd, Prestland, The Acorns, Harrier Way, Tornado Way, Vulcan Drive.
Tuesday 16th - Lancaster Way,Wellington Way and The Brambles
Wellington Way, Lancaster Way, Anson Ct, Shackleton Cl, Glebe View, Charter Ave, Kingsgate, Princess Grove, Duchess Dr, Countess Dr, Duke Meadows, Baroness Way, Earl Mews, Baron Mews, Jubilee Dr, Squire Cl, Windsor Gardens.
Wednesday 17th - Thackers Way and Meadow Rd
Linchfield Rd, Fen View Mews, Thackers Way, Towning Cl, Knight Cl, Sweet Cl, Meadow Rd, Curlew Walk, Swallow Walk, Wren Cl, Nightingales, Robin Cl, Lark Rise, Linnet Cl, Fraser Cl, Burchnall Cl, Marigolds, Bluebells,
Primroses, Foxgloves, Teasles, The Bramble.
Thursday 18th - Lady Margaret’s Ave
Beaufort Ave, Willoughby Ave, Queens Ave, Eastfield, Florence Way, The Pasture, Speedwell Court, Blackwell Cl, Bryony Way, Burchnall Cl, Campion Dr, Cowslip Dr, Sorrell Cl, Buttercup Cl, Brewton Dr, Straton Gdns, Sharp Gr, Mossop Cl, Lark Rise, Linnet Cl, Robin Cl, The Meadows, Royal Gardens, Buddle Court,
Friday 19th - Godsey Lane and John Eve Way
Douglas Rd, Godsey Lane, Wade Park Ave, Elm Cl, Kesteven Cl, Dixons Rd, Godsey Cres, Clover Rd, Thyme Ave, Rosemary Ave, Still Cl, Bramley Rd, Cherry Grove, The Orchard, Black Prince Ave, John Eve Way, Chestnut Way, Oak Grove, Beech Cl, Hawthorn Cl.
Monday 22nd - Tattershall Drive, Kesteven Drive, Meadway
Tattershall Dr, Althorpe Cl, Belton Cl, Grimsthorpe Cl, Maxey Cl, Woodcroft Cl, Chatsworth Cl, Osbourne Way, Deane Cl, Sandringham Way, Woburn Cl, Petworth Cl, Belvoir Cl, Lamport Cl, Rockingham Cl, Lindsay Ave, Cromwell Way, Lincoln Cl, Holland Cl, Meadway, Burnside Ave, Park Dr, Green Walk.
Father Christmas will be around from 6pm until 9pm at the following places. Once again, we will NOT be knocking on your door, so please keep a look out for the sleigh lights and of course the music. For Market Deeping and Deeping St James, please refer to the schedule above.
Thursday 4th December - Northborough. Maxey Rd, Deeping Gate Rd, Castle Drive, Claypole Dr, Clare Rd, Crowson Cres, St Andrews Rd, Granville Ave, Church View Cl, Lincoln Rd, Church St, Pingle Lane,
Friday 5th - Peakirk,Deeping Gate. Suttons Lane, Penwald Court, St Pegas Rd,
Monday 8th - Baston (A15 and North of Main St)
Maltby Dr, Frisby Cl, Clare Court, Whattoff Way, Main St, Brudenell Cl, St John’s Cl, Thetford Ave, Mercia Gr, Bede Rd, Hadrian Dr, Chariots Way, Caesar Cl, Appian Way, Fosse Cl. Pannel Court, Manor Dr, Manor Cl.
Tuesday 9th - Baston (South of Main St)
Cardyke Dr, Rous Ct, Aveland Way, Chesham Dr, Mayfield Gdns, Starsmore Flds, Church St.
Wednesday 10th - Langtoft (East) East End, New Rd, Cloven Ends, Gibbs Cl, Deer Park Rd, Lime Cl, Barn Owl Cl.
Thursday 11th - Langtoft (West)
The Rides, West End, Hyde Gdns, Reedman Cl, Manor Way, Stowe Rd, Manor Cl, Mossop Dr, Scott’s Cl, Truesdale Gdns, Aquila Way, Ryefield, Barleyfield, Wheatfield, Westfield Way, Dickens Cl, Ash Cl, Teal Way, Kingfisher Cl, Swan Cl.
Tuesday 23rd - West Deeping and Tallington King St, The Lane, Main Rd, West Rd, Bainton Rd, Herons Close, Church Lane, St Lawrence Way.
Whilst every effort is made by Lions and Rotary to visit the above locations on the said date, adverse weather conditions or other occurrences beyond our control may result in the sleigh being delayed or even cancelled on any given night. You will also find Santa and his sleigh outside Tesco on Saturday December 6th, 13th and 20th, from 10am to 4pm, where
The Sanderlings, Rectory La, Chestnut Cl, Thorney Rd, Firdale Cl, Fairfax Way, Riverside, Peakirk Rd, Suttons Lane.
INSTANT CASH
WATCHES, JEWELLERY, GOLD, SILVER,
ALL MILITARY WATCHES WANTED, ALL BRITISH & FOREIGN COINS WANTED, ANY AMOUNTS BOUGHT.
CASH PAID FOR SILVER, BANK NOTES, COINS ETC...
Come and see us at:
MARKET DEEPING: The Deepings Community Centre
2 Douglas Road, Market Deeping PE6 8PA on Tuesday 9th December, 11am-2pm or call 07724 473810
JOIN OUR TREASURE HUNT: Do you have cash in the attic? Come along to our Antique Roadshow – if the offer is OK, flog it!
So come on down, this is the Real Deal! From scrap gold to the finest antique jewellery, we’ll take it. We purchase all quality watches and jewellery – gold and silver is at an all-time high, so cash in. From old silver coins to antique silver tea sets,we want them all. WANTED – all Aviator diver/military watches. Best price paid.
Vans
HOUSE REMOVALS BY
DEEPING CAR & VAN HIRE BOX SHOP
Are you looking to move house ?
Look no further than our professional, affordable and reliable house removal service
Rest assured all of your items will be fully protected ensuring they arrive safely at your new home.
✓ Dedicated team of removers
✓ Dedicated vehicles
✓ Protective equipment always used
✓ Professional uniformed staff
Call our friendly team now for a free quotation
Let us take the stress out of moving
We have a brand new box shop open providing all your packaging and material needs.
We sell the following items:
✓ Boxes ✓ Wardrobe Boxes
✓ Bubble Wrap ✓ Wrapping Paper
✓ Tapes ✓All other accessories
Available to purchase individually or as a bundle.
Feel free to pop into our shop or alternatively give us a call.
DEEPING ROOFING A Business You Can Trust
Deeping Roofing is a family-run business, serving the local area for over thirty years. We are a professional business, offering all levels of roofing, from damaged tiles replacement to new flat roofs, full roof builds and replacements. We endeavour to provide a fast service, competitively priced and with no gimmicks.
We also specialise in chimney protection with safe covers to prevent unwanted nests and, with more solar panels appearing, we have a solution to keep those panels
from becoming homes to unwanted vermin. Winter is here and a new service we offer is gutter cleaning, a great way to prevent unwanted damp issues.
If you have any concerns over the state of your roof, then inspections are available for a small fee; we offer sensible cost-effective advice. Our knowledge has seen many repeat customers when people move homes, as they know that we are a business they can trust. We look forward to hearing from you in the future.
If your accountants are not offering solutions to your business problems or adding any value you need to work with us. We can help you with, setting up better company structures, discuss tailored tax strategies to help you expand and become more efficient.
offer so much more than your average accountant, that’s what’s stand us apart.
Neil Armstrong Painter & Decorator
Bourne (Opposite M&S) 01778 394774
