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Seal Birth Record

PUP-DATE FROM THE LINCS WILDLIFE TRUST

SKEGNESS Whilst 2020 might not have been to everyone’s taste (to put it mildly) the year certainly ended on a high for the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust who were delighted to report record numbers of seal pups born at Donna Nook. Serving as a reminder that life goes on – despite global pandemics and Brexit – at the time of writing 2,204 seal pups have been born on the East Coast which already exceeds 2019’s figure of 2,186, so last year was at least a bumper year for new life on the coastline of the North Sea. The Wildlife Trust advised visitors that the reserve was closed as long as Lincolnshire remained in tier three, which suited the seal mums coming ashore to give birth to their young pups, who – quite understandably – don’t tend to appreciate visitors and their camera lenses. Donna Nook covers more than 10km (6.25 miles) of coastline near Saltfleet and Theddlethorpe. n See www.lincstrust.org.uk.

In the Kitchen for LIVES

NEW LOCAL COOKBOOK AIMS TO RAISE MONEY FOR THE COUNTY’S EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONSE CHARITY

Ibiza, in Lincoln, this February... yes,you heard us correctly!

LINCOLN Think Ibiza and you think sun, sand... and club music. Classical music in Lincoln in the middle of February might seem incongruous, but the Lincolnshire Showground is this month hosting its Ibiza Orchestra Live event, with club tracks transformed into classical music, performed by an orchestra to an audience under a sheltered auditorium. Tickets are £45, the event takes place on 13th February 2021, from 6pm. n lincolnshireshowground.co.uk.

LINCOLNSHIRE A new cookbook, Lincolnshire Kitchen, created by LIVES is a celebration of the fantastic produce in the county. It brings together an abundance of well-known and highly respected companies and food producers. This a 50 page book, with the recipes cooked and photographed together to produce a commercial feel to the book, whilst also showcasing the brands who have chosen to be part of the project. All profits from the sale of the cookbook will support the vital work of LIVES. n See our feature on the new cookbook later in this edition, where we’ll find out more about the charity. It’s open for business... or at least open to protect businesses and homes in Boston. The town’s new flood

BOSTON barrier – part of a £100m Environment Agency scheme – operated for the first time in mid-December and will protect 13,000 premises. The barrier can be raised in 20 minutes in the event of North Sea tidal surges. n

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LOCAL NEWS In Brief

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HELPING THE NEEDY ONE CRISP PACKET AT A TIME

At this time of year, life on the streets is cold and lonely, but Grimsby’s Caz White has come up with an innovative way of helping the homeless, creating blankets, roll mats and sleeping bag covers... by recycling old crisp packets! Already Caz has collected 67,000 packets plus the 33,000 she has already used, which are then washed out and melted together using an iron to create thermal blankets. Ten volunteers help Caz to create her items, which of course also prevents the film packaging going into landfill. n

LIME GROVE, BASSINGHAM, LINCOLN £595,000 Contemporary red brick property offering light and spacious accommodation to create a stylish six-bedroom family home. Ground floor accommodation includes a generously proportioned kitchen/breakfast room with separate utility room, dual aspect sitting room, family room, formal dining room and home office. To the first floor there is large principal bedroom with dressing room and en-suite bathroom, en-suite guest bedroom, four further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The secluded garden to the rear has a delightful terrace and large raised lawn, whilst to the front, the detached double garage is approached via a block-paved driveway. Bassingham is a thriving rural village with a wide range of amenities and just ten miles from both the historic cathedral city of Lincoln and the popular market town of Newark. For commuters, there are frequent mainline train services from Newark to London King’s Cross (approx 82 minutes).

5 6 3 EPC Rating: D THE COTTAGE, WELLINGORE, LINCOLN £400,000 This charming, linked cottage enjoys a quiet position within the picturesque and sought-after Lincolnshire Cliff village of Wellingore. The Cottage’s spacious and versatile interior is steeped with many original features and the ground floor accommodation comprises of a kitchen with separate utility room, large sitting room with garden views, dining room and fourth bedroom /study. The first-floor accommodation enjoys three bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom. Externally, the property occupies a superb position, with a walled mature garden, sun terrace, spacious garage for two/three vehicles, workshop/garden room and private driveway. This desirable village is located nine miles from Lincoln and fourteen miles from Newark where there is an hourly hi-speed rail connection to London Kings Cross (approx 82 mins). 3 4 1 EPC Rating: D YEW TREE BARN, HELPRINGHAM, SLEAFORD £750,000 A superior five-bedroom barn conversion in a half-acre plot situated within an idyllic village location. Yew Tree Barn offers stylish and generously proportioned accommodation throughout to create a very special family home. The ground floor accommodation includes a spacious semi-vaulted family kitchen, sitting room with feature brick inglenook and multi-fuel stove, elegant formal dining room and four generously proportioned bedrooms (two with en-suites). The stunning principal suite with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom is located on the first floor. The beautifully landscaped south-facing gardens offer a large terrace for outdoor entertaining, expansive lawns, and a delightful wildlife pond. The property boasts a detached double garage and ample additional parking. Grantham’s high-speed rail network to London Kings Cross (approximately 65 minutes) is located a short distance away as are two excellent and sought-after Grammar schools.

2 5 4 EPC Rating: B THE WALLED GARDEN, HARMSTON, LINCOLN £279,950 A wonderful, end of terrace cottage within the picturesque and sought-after village of Harmston. The extended accommodation is arranged on two floors and is entered by a reception hallway. The ground floor comprises of a duel aspect sitting room with multi fuel stove, kitchen/dining room and a bright garden room/ home office with composite windows and French doors. At first floor level, there is a master bedroom, second double bedroom, single bedroom with handmade fitted cabin bed and a family bathroom. Externally the property enjoys an enviable corner location, a private rear low-maintenance garden and a garage with driveway providing off street parking for two vehicles. The desirable Lincolnshire Cliff village of Harmston is located just six miles south from Lincoln and 18 miles from Grantham where there is a High-Speed Rail Network to London’s King’s Cross (approxi 65 minutes).

2 3 1 EPC Rating: C

Philbeech Gardens, Kirton £435,000

The beautiful executive detached Plot One on Richard Reed’s Philbeech Gardens has underfloor heating and four large double bedrooms, two of which have en-suite. It has an incredible ‘living kitchen’ with quartz worktops, integral appliances, triple bi-folding doors a larger than average plot and a detached double garage.

Spilsby Road, Boston £445,000

Such a beautifully maintained period property with four reception rooms, and five bedrooms over three floors. It enjoys a private mature rear garden, ample off road parking for many vehicles a brand new bespoke sun-lounge and a detached Double Garage and is within a convenient walking distance to schools, hospital and the town centre.

Spilsby Road, Boston £525,000

Fantastic four bedroom Grade Two Listed Georgian property, with many original features and a range of outbuildings to include former coach house, stables, multiple garages, games room and a workshop. There are four reception rooms, three en-suites and an attractive mature garden with outdoor kitchen and pizza oven.

Philbeech Gardens, Kirton £335,000

Plot 4 in the exclusive Philbeech Gardens will be ready early 2021 and has underfloor heating, four double bedrooms with en-suite to the master and a high quality fully tiled family bathroom. It has a lovely ‘L’ Shaped dining kitchen with integral appliances, triple bi-folding doors, utility room, separate study and a detached garage.

Rawsons Lane, Boston O/O £650,000

Enjoying what must be one of the most attractive uninterrupted parkland views to the rear, The Elms is filled with charm and character and has a superb dining kitchen along with three other spacious reception rooms all fitted with wood-burners. There are five double bedrooms two of which are en-suite.

Philbeech Gardens, Kirton £360,000

Ready early 2021 Plot 6 Philbeech Gardens, has four bedrooms, en-suite to the master, underfloor heating, spacious dining kitchen with quality appliances and bi-folding doors to the garden, separate utility room, two reception rooms and a garage.

CARLTON HOUSE 42 Wragby Road | Bardney | Lincoln | LN3 5XL HOTCHKIN Plot 3 | Petwood Oaks | Woodhall Spa | Lincolnshire | LN10 6AH

• Five Bedroomed Detached Period Residence plus 2 bedroomed FOR SALE annexe set in 0.43 Acres of Private Gardens FREEHOLD WITH • 3 Large Reception Rooms, Modern Fitted Kitchen and Utility VACANT POSSESSION • 5 Bedrooms with 3 En-Suites and Spacious Hallways, EPC F37 £595,000 • Modernised Annexe with 2 Bedrooms, En-Suite and Shower Room Subject To Contract SOLD

THE OLD FORGE Middlegate Road | Frampton | Boston | Lincolnshire | PE20 1AW

• A Magnificent Five Bedroomed Detached House of Architectural Merit FOR SALE • Nestled on the Edge of Parkland in a Select Gated Development FREEHOLD WITH • Located in One of the East Midlands most Desirable Villages VACANT POSSESSION • Large Kitchen Family Area with Dining Room, Separate Lounge £995,000 and Study Subject To Contract • Three En-Suite Bedrooms, Two Further Bedrooms & Family Bathroom • Triple Garage and Private Gardens SOLD

• Unique Period Three Bedroomed Cottage in Highly Desirable Village Location FOR SALE • Sympathetically Updated to Include Large Open Plan Living Spaces FREEHOLD WITH • Features Include Inglenook Fireplace, Wood Burning Stove, VACANT POSSESSION Exposed Beams, Tiled Floors and a Superb Galleried Landing • New Central Heating System to Include a New Boiler and Radiators £349,950 • Desirable Rural Location, Integral Garaging, Gardens and Parking Subject To Contract • Potential for Further Bedrooms Subject to Planning Consent SOLD