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ou can show somebody how to use a computer to lay out magazine pages, or how to use a camera to take photographs.

You can teach somebody how to write well. But it remains my unequivocal belief that an interest in people is both impossible to impart without it being naturally present, and remains absolutely essential to the job of a magazine editor or journalist.

I absolutely adore people; their stories, finding out what motivates them and what beliefs or principles they hold. In the course of producing this edition, I was lucky enough to enjoy a conversation with Dr Emma Egging, recently made an OBE in The Queen’s honours.

Emma set up the Jon Egging Trust charity in her late husband’s name.

Both she and Red Arrows Pilot Jon believed that youngsters should be inspired to have the confidence and life skills to achieve anything they set their minds too. And, over the next ten years, the charity intends to demonstrate that to over 1,000,000 young people. Suffice to say Emma’s story is inspiring and wonderful, as you’ll read for yourself later on in this edition.

Elsewhere we’ve a roundup of Lincolnshire’s cultural, heritage and arts highlights, we’re enjoying The Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at The Collection in Lincoln, and we’re celebrating the launch of a brand new brasserie at Belvoir Castle’s Engine Yard development.

Our best wishes for a wonderful month!

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CONTENTS NEWS & EVENTS 08

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NEWS The best ‘good news’ stories from across the county. Find out about a £20m investment in Boston.

WHAT’S ON Live events in August.

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DR EMMA EGGING OBE A well-deserved OBE in The Queen’s Birthday Honours List for Dr Emma Egging, founder of the Jon Egging Trust.

100 WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY Lincoln’s Collection museum hosts The Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners.

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FOOD & DRINK 44

DINING OUT NEAR GRANTHAM

A brand new brasserie at Belvoir Castle’s Engine Yard development.

LINCOLNSHIRE PLUM LOAF Enjoying a teatime treat courtesy of Myers Bakery in Horncastle.

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RECIPES & WINE Midsummer treats.

HOMES & GARDENS 62

WELCOME HOME We enjoy contemporary living at The Colosseum, an exclusive development in Lincoln.

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HOMES Interiors, finishing touches and luxury bespoke kitchens.

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GARDENING Lush green gardens thanks to Neil Timm’s Binbrook-based fern nursery.

THE ARTS IN LINCOLNSHIRE Highlights of Lincolnshire’s arts, heritage and cultural sectors.

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LADIES & GENTLEMEN 104 WEDDINGS Steven and Sarah marry at Grantham’s Stoke Rochford Hall.

108 FASHION & BEAUTY Local designer Clare Haggas’s stylish silk scarves.

AND FINALLY...

128 PICTURE THIS 12th Century Lincoln.

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NEWS & EVENTS

New Cathedral café now open... £16m PROJECT TO TRANSFORM LINCOLN CATHEDRAL IS NOW NEAR COMPLETION LINCOLN The Cathedral is looking forward to welcoming visitors into its new café as Pride goes to press, having announced a partnership with Meadow Brown Restaurants to run the café in the new visitors’ centre adjacent to the Dean’s Green, which opened late last year for the first time in 40 years, previously under the stewardship of Lincoln Minster School.

Meadow Brown is an independent, family owned business which operates several cafés and restaurants at locations including Nene Park and Nottingham Castle. Their approach is based on creating wholesome, exciting cuisine from high-quality local ingredients.

The menu at Lincoln Cathedral Café will offer high-quality, healthy food, sourced from local suppliers.

The tasty and creative menu will include breakfasts, light

bites and hearty main courses, through to afternoon teas and tasty treats.

The café is at the heart of a £16m restoration project over the last five years, and will offer an enhanced visitor

£20m plans for Boston EXCITING PLANS TO REGENERATE AND REVITALISE BOSTON’S TOWN CENTRE...

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experience for tourists, worshippers and the local community. It was restored as part of the Lincoln Cathedral Connected project which comprised a restoration of the Cathedral’s Romanesque

Frieze and cloister walls, and will also see a state of the art visitor centre with community rooms, exhibition spaces, new toilets and learning spaces to discover more about the Cathedral. n

BOSTON Exciting plans to regenerate and revitalise Boston’s town centre have been included as part of Boston Borough Council’s £20m bid to the Government’s Levelling Up Fund.

Over recent months the Borough Council has been working with partners to develop a bid that focusses on town centre regeneration and seeks to increase footfall, attract visitors, and enhance the look and feel of the area.

Plans include the creation of a new integrated hub and learning centre to create sustainable employment and

help increase footfall within the core of the town.

The development of a new urban living area with contemporary housing, hospitality and retail uses is also included and will create a new town centre space with bespoke development of retail and civic uses.

Finally, a town centre ‘greening project’ will undertake urban landscaping to create a park area within the town centre and market place.

The Borough Council anticipates hearing the outcome of their bid from government in the Autumn. n

REBECCA-JAY FEARN CELEBRATES SKEGGY

SKEGNESS Miss Lincolnshire 2021 is championing her home town of Skegness in a video for the ‘Explore the Nation’ round of the Miss England competition.

“Pageants are no longer women parading around in bikinis. They’ve begun to challenge what ‘beauty’ really means. Miss England and Miss Worlds’ mottos are ‘beauty with a purpose’ and I realised what good I could do if I won for my charity work, and to champion my home town.”

“I moved to Skegness to become a Butlin’s Red Coat and it’s become my home.

It’s become my special place.

It comes into criticism for being ‘the worst seaside town in the UK,’ but it’s the staple of British holidays. There are arcades, Butlin’s and the beaches, which are beautiful.

I want to showcase it to the UK.” Rebecca was named Miss Lincolnshire in February and will compete in the 2021 Miss England national pageant on 27th August. n

Collection seeking volunteers VOLUNTEER THIS SUMMER AT THE COLLECTION AND SEE THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM’S NEW EXHIBITION

Adam’s new open water swimming facility...

WRAGBY Open water swimming enthusiast Adam Walker has opened the Ocean Walker Academy at Langton near Wragby. He developed a swim technique called the Ocean Walker Technique after becoming the first British person to complete the world’s seven toughest ocean swims.

The 17-acre site includes a stunning seven acre lake with four islands and three acres of elevated landscaped gardens. n oceanwalkeracademy.com.

LINCOLN Lincoln’s Collection Museum is teaming up with the Natural History Museum, and is looking for volunteers to help out. The world-renowned exhibition, Wildlife Photographer of the Year, on loan from the Natural History Museum, will open at The Collection Museum from July until September.

Paul Mason, visitor experience manager at the Collection Museum, explains: “Volunteers really are the life-blood of the museum so whether you are just starting out, looking to gain experience in arts and museums or looking to try something new – we’d love to hear from you!” n See later in this edition!

30,000,000

Championing Skegness

EAST COAST Over 30,000,000 people will visit the UK’s coastlines this summer, leading the RNLI’s Nick Ayers to urge the public to be mindful of water safety when they visit Skegness and the East Coast. Skegness’s RNLI recently rescued a family of two adults and four children stranded on an inflatable by an incoming tide. n

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LOCAL

NEWS In Brief LINCOLN x

University of Lincoln breaks ground on centre for groundbreaking research...

Lincoln University has broken ground on the site for its new £5.1m research and development centre due for completion in spring 2022.

The Bridge will serve as a specialist hub to facilitate collaboration between local businesses and research experts, providing a space for specialist research in laboratories with equipment including advanced electron and atomic force microscopes, as well as surface analysis and thermomechanical instrumentation. The centre will work with industry in the region, including local firms like Siemens, and Dynex. n 9

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YOUR HOME, OUR VISION

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3-4 bedroom family homes now released from £275,000-£305,000 ready to move in this Autumn.

Donington is a popular village location with plenty of amenities and good local schools. The development is well situated with good road links to major towns and cities such as Boston, Grantham, Spalding and Sleaford.

Our high specification offers a flooring package as standard with integrated kitchen appliances and a full choice of tiles, kitchen units and flooring.

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MOOR FARM BARNS, DODDINGTON, LINCOLN £1,500,000

URNSFIELD HOUSE, CAYTHORPE, GRANTHAM

An extraordinary, extremely substantial property based on the design and footprint of an extensive range of Lincolnshire barns 5 miles outside Lincoln, has been rebuilt using the highest quality materials providing impressive spaces with vaulted ceilings flooded with natural light. In a tranquil spot set behind a four acre paddock with manège, less than ten minutes into the centre of Lincoln, twenty minutes to Newark with its direct rail link to London, and with Doddington Hall and all it has to offer down the road, this is a rare property indeed.

A delightful, single-storey property wrapping round a south facing courtyard that was converted from barns dating back to the 1800s. Internally the property boasts a spectacular 40 ft. long living and dining room with double-sided stone fireplace, four ground floor bedrooms and an adjoining annex with lounge, kitchen area, shower room and mezzanine bedroom. Urnsfield House sits in a tranquil and private spot on the edge of the thriving village of Caythorpe nine miles north of Grantham where there are superb secondary schools and a high speed rail link to London with an average journey time of 65 minutes.

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EVE HOUSE, REEPHAM, LINCOLN

EPC Rating: C

£600,000

Eve House is a handsome Grade II Listed residence of extraordinary proportions and of great historical architectural interest in a quiet village setting only four miles out of the city of Lincoln providing the best of both worlds. With a sizeable front garden and an enclosed courtyard garden at the back with outbuildings and vehicle access, there is much scope for further development subject to the necessary planning consents. Just over the road, the local primary school is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, the Lincolnshire Wolds are a ten minute drive with the coast beyond, and fast trains to London from Newark mean a total journey time into central London, door to door, is around two hours.

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LAUNDE HOUSE, ANCASTER, GRANTHAM

£599,950

A handsome Grade II listed Georgian countr y residence located in a designated conservation village surrounded by beautiful countryside. Set in large secluded and mature walled gardens, this spacious stone-built property combines stylish interior design with elegant proportions to create a truly special family home. There are excellent and sought-after grammar schools located a short distance away as well as a high-speed rail network to London Kings Cross (approximately 65 minutes) at nearby Grantham.

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London Road, Kirton

£475,000

This delightful four bedroom period property is filled with character and enjoys a convenient position in the heart of the village of Kirton. It is not only incredibly versatile, it also offers so much potential for further development. The main house has three reception rooms with an extra kitchen and second bathroom to the ground floor which provides an opportunity as a self-contained annexe. There is a large gated driveway providing parking for many vehicles as well as an absolutely charming two storey former coach house within the grounds, attractive established garden and a small detached shop which fronts onto London Road.

Pilleys Lane, Boston

£525,000

Set well back from the road behind beautifully landscaped grounds, this fantastic four bedroom detached family home is beautifully presented and has four reception rooms. It has a fabulous plot of well over half an acre in a sought after location convenient to both the town centre and Pilgrim Hospital. There is a large sweeping block paved driveway, a detached double garage, several useful outbuildings and open views over countryside to the rear. The property is offered with no onward chain.

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29 SIBSEY ROAD Boston | Lincolnshire | PE21 9QY

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THE LATTICES 49 Sibsey Road | Boston | Lincolnshire | PE21 9QY

• Impressive 4 Bedroomed Detached House Set in 0.4 Acres of Mature Gardens • Characterful House of Architectural Interest Including Spiral Staircase • 2 Bathrooms, 2 Principal Reception Rooms, Large Kitchen, Pantry, Garden Room • Integral Tandem Garage/Workshop • Desirable Location, Close to Pilgrim Hospital

FOR SALE FREEHOLD WITH VACANT POSSESSION

£495,000 Subject To Contract NO ONWARD CHAIN

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ART AND CULTURE

STATE of THE

ARTS The last 18 months has had a serious impact on the arts, heritage and culture sector with fewer visitors and a fall in revenue.

Now, with restrictions lifting, it’s time to support the arts again, as we advocate over the following pages...

Words: Rob Davis.

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Lincoln artist Edward Waite (www.edwardwaite.com) produces contemporary art using continuous trails of paint over his giant canvases.

Seen here is Clear Skies for the Red Arrows. More of Edward’s work can be seen at The Little Red Gallery on Lincoln’s Bailgate.

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ARTS, HERITAGE & CULTURE

THE NATIONAL MOOD as Pride goes to press will be something of cautious optimism.

At the time of writing, hopes of a late-June relaxation of lockdown restrictions were dashed, delayed to allow more time to get the national vaccinated and slow the spread of Covid’s Delta variant.

It was a bitter blow not just to a nation keen to be free from restrictions but for the arts, heritage and culture sector who were all hoping to benefit from a freer population venturing out for days of fun and those seeking a staycation in the UK. Here, we’re recognising Lincolnshire’s cultural highlights and recommending a visit post-lockdown to ensure we all support the arts, in its period of recovery this year... n Visual Arts

Sleaford’s Hub located on the town’s Carre Street (01529 308710, hub-sleaford.org.uk) has recently reopened after an investment of £1.2m and has been given back its original name of The Hub, formerly being known as the National Centre for Craft & Design.

In August and September Jo Fairfax presents Play, a presentation of the history of Sleaford and the former arts and craft building The Pearoom in Heckington, interpreted in the form of mechanical works, light and poetry machines.

Also a centre for visual arts, Scunthorpe’s 20-21 Visual Arts Centre celebrates its 20th anniversary, having opened in 2001 and having presented 367 individual exhibitions since opening in the Grade II listed church of St John the Evangelist (01724 297070, www.2021visualartscentre.co.uk). As well as its retrospective exhibition the arts centre will also present Dan Rawlings in August and September as the sculptor presents a series of installations reflecting on our exploitation and interaction with nature. n Cinemas in Lincolnshire

For fans of the silver screen, Lincolnshire’s newest cinemas in Lincoln’s new Cornhill Quarter is the Everyman Theatre, with its four screens (0872 436 9060, everymancinema.com).

Everyman’s 35 UK-wide cinemas each pride themselves on being more comfortable than other cinemas, with squashy sofas and the availability of a glass of wine instead of just the usual syrupy cola.

Likewise, as well as mainstream cinema, its screenings include live-streamed theatre performances and opera.

Of course, Woodhall Spa’s Kinema in the Woods (01526 352166, www.thekinemainthe woods.co.uk), is synonymous with cinema in Lincolnshire, established in 1922 by Sir Archibald and Lady Weigall, who installed the first sound projector in 1928 and mercifully replaced deckchairs with proper seats in 1953! Many mainstream cinema releases were postponed in 2020, not least among which is No Time to Die, the 25th film in the James Bond franchise – now due for release in September 2021 – and the sequel to Top Gun, more than 30 years after the original ‘took your breath away’ with a combination of Tom Cruise and that iconic soundtrack. n Independent Galleries

Lincolnshire is spoilt for choice when it comes to independent galleries. Among our recommendations are The Carre Gallery in Sleaford (01529 415056, www.carregallery.co.uk) which was founded 11 years ago by Windham Hime and is designed to allow artists working in all media to show off and

Scunthorpe’s 20-21 Visual Arts Centre celebrates its 20th anniversary, having opened in 2001 and having presented 367 individual exhibitions since opening in the Grade II listed church... sell their work as part of a community of likeminded artists which also seeks to encourage locals to visit the gallery and enjoy its art.

Located on Bailgate, the The Little Red Gallery (01522 589134, thelittleredgallery.co.uk) showcases contemporary art from names like Andy Warhol, Lowry, Tracey Emin and Lincoln’s Edward Waite.

Also located in Uphill Lincoln, Steep Hill’s Harding House Gallery (01522 523537, www.hardinghousegallery.co.uk) is an artist’s cooperative set up in 1994 and offering for sale canvas-based art, textiles and sculpture with a constantly evolving collection on the ground floor and temporary exhibitions on its upper floor.

The Sam Scorer Gallery on Drury Lane (01522 589 899, www.samscorergallery.co.uk) also

provides artists in the Lincoln community with the chance to curate their own exhibitions for a period of two weeks.

For visitors that means there’s always something new to see, whilst up and coming artists can gain the exposure they need to show off their talent. n Lincolnshire’s Arts Centres

Stamford Arts Centre on St Mary’s Street (01780 763203, www.stamfordartscentre.com), prides itself on being a cultural hub not just for adults, but youngsters too, with its Wildcats programme of workshops during the summer holidays.

Activities include craft and drama workshops, whilst adults can benefit not just from satellite screenings of opera and theatre, and live events, but workshops and classes such as September’s meditation and mindfulness classes. Four dates are available, each led by resident teacher Kelsang Malaya.

The town’s Corn Exchange (01780 766455, www.stamfordcornexchange.co.uk) meanwhile will be presenting Aladdin (6th Aug) and Disney’s High School Musical (21st Aug) – each presented by the Rutland Youth Dance Academy – whilst adults can enjoy a ballet interpretation of Cinderella (14th Aug) and Cats The Musical (25th Sept) presented by Stamford Showstoppers in September.

Among its highlights for the summer, the Guildhall Arts Centre in Grantham (01476 406158, www.guildhallartscentre.com) is hosting its Discos for Grown Ups events (11th Sept) with 70s and 80s music, soul and pop in September, plus camp cabaret from La Voix (10th Sept) and comedy from names like Jimmy Carr (18th Sept) and Jason Manford 16th Oct).

Spalding’s South Holland Centre (01775 764777, www.southhollandcentre.co.uk) is set to reopen in October with British Iranian comedian Omid Djalili’s (1st Oct) new show, fellow comedian Ed Byrne (5th Nov) and BBC Springwatch presenters Martin HughesGames and Iolo Williams presenting a live show based on their life and work in wildlife television (14th Oct).

Blackfriars Arts Centre in Boston (01205 363108, www.blackfriarsartscentre.co.uk) will host the Boston Book Festival 2021 from Friday 17th to Sunday 19th September and has a stellar lineup of guest speakers from Michael Morpurgo – author of Warhorse – to British Jamaican poet Benjamin Zephaniah and also Joy Ellis, author of 20 crime novels including the DI Nikki Galena series. >> 21

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>> On the East Coast, Skegness’s Embassy Centre (01754 474100, www.embassytheatre.co.uk) will host a number of summer musical shows and comedy acts from The Magic of Motown on 14th August to comedian North East Sarah Millican on 1st September.

A little further up from the East Coast, Louth’s Playgoers (01507 600350, www.louthriverhead theatre.com) are the in-house performers starring in Sweet Charity, an adaptation of Fellini’s Nights of Cabiria from Thursday 12th August, featuring the anthemic musical number, Hey Big Spender, immortalised by Shirley Bassey.

The Playgoers were first formed in March 1932 and the group has owned the Riverhead Theatre since 1947.

And finally, Scunthorpe Theatres – which includes The Plowright Theatre and Baths Hall (01724 290640, www.scunthorpetheatres.co.uk) – will this month pay tribute to some of the world’s most iconic musical acts from Mercury on 7th August, featuring the music of Queen; King of Pop with Michael Jackson performer Navi on 13th August. The music continues into September with Ben Portsmouth as Elvis in The King is Back on Friday 3rd September and Rumours of Fleetwood Mac on 9th September. n

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Stamford Shakespeare Company - see over.

Image: Nick at Red & Round.

ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF ART AND CULTURE

The UK benefits greatly from the arts and culture industry, we reveal how and why... n The UK arts and culture industry includes book publishing, sound recording and music publishing, performings arts, artistic creation and the operation of arts facilities. n The industry directly employes 137,250 people and has a direct turnover of over £21.2bn. With indirect employment considered, the sector supports 363,713 jobs and £48bn in turnover. n Museums, galleries and libraries employed 89,000 pre-pandemic. The music, performing arts and visual arts sector employed 296,000. n Tourism in Lincolnshire is thought to employ over 40,000 people. Over 4.6m people visited Lincoln each year pre-pandemic, 17m people visited Lincolnshire as a whole. Their economic contribution to the city is thought to be somewhere in the region of £215m, and it’s thought that tourism is worth £1bn to Lincolnshire’s economy as a whole, supporting 9,000 jobs in total. n Skegness, home of Butlins, is the 4th most popular tourist holiday resort according to Visit England. Skegness and Lincolnshire’s East Coast attracts 8,000,000 visitors a year, spending £526m. n Lincolnshire has in excess of 80 museums, arts centres and stately homes open to visitors. n The government paid out £3.8m to 29 arts and cultural organisations in Lincolnshire last October to try to mitigate the effects of the pandemic. The funding went to theatres like Lincoln’s New Theatre Royal, to district councils for the ‘combined arts’ and to individual events or attractions including the Lost Village music festival.

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WHERE THERE’S A MILL THERE’S A DAY

Publishing is hard work at the Museum of Lincolnshire Life’s printworks...

I’ll stick with my iMac, thanks!

Cogglesford Mill Sleaford’s Cogglesford Mill is the county’s only working watermill.

March saw the completion of a £51,000 restoration which will see water, rather than electricity, once again driving the mill’s waterwheel.

Milling days are usually held on the second Sunday of each month, but see www.heartoflincs.com for up to date information. n

Moulton Windmill At 100ft Moulton Mill is the tallest windmill in the county and was restored in 2011, once again producing flour from 2013. Post-Covid the Friends of the Mill anticipate its reopening on Saturdays and Sundays, for details see www.moultonwindmill.co.uk. n

Heckington Windmill July 2017 saw work completed on Heckington’s eight-sailed windmill, which was visited by HRH The Princess Royal for an official opening in October of that year.The restoration has seen the creation of a new visitor centre, open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, as well as a bakehouse which will host specialist baking courses post-Covid.

The windmill is also home to the Eight Sailed Brewery, which launched in 2010 and is open for viewing by appointment and on selected days. For more details see www.heckingtonwindmill.org.uk. n

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1. Cultural delights right across Lincoln...

Heritage, culture and the arts are well represented across the city of Lincoln this month!

VISITORS TO UPHILL LINCOLN quite rightly admire Lincoln Cathedral and Lincoln Castle. The former is due to open its new café and shop as Pride goes to press adjacent to its new Dean’s Green garden.

Lincoln Castle, meanwhile, is offering dog-friendly days for visitors this summer.

It is, of course, also home to Magna Carta, the 1215 document housed in its David J Ross vault. And those aren’t the only highlights of Lincoln to enjoy this summer.

Burton Road’s museum of Lincolnshire Life (01522 782040, www.lincolnshire.gov.uk) has over 250,000 exhibits covering a social history of Lincolnshire’s domestic, military and agricultural heritage.

The Collection (01522 782040, thecollection museum.com), opened in 2005 after a £12.5m investment to aggregate Lincoln’s fine art collection and its archeological assets.

Highlights in August and September include photography of the natural world as the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition on loan from the Natural History museum.

Natalie and Mike Hayes-Cowley reopened Lincoln’s Grade II listed New Theatre Royal (01522 519999, newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk) in 2016, saving it from closure. Already the venue is planning its 2021 pantomime Beauty & The Beast, which will this year star Jake Quickenden of X-Factor and I’m a Celebrity. Lincoln’s Drill Hall (01522 873894 www.lincolndrillhall.com) is also planning to reopen under the new custodianship of Lincoln College, with 2021 panto Aladdin.

Finally, LPAC (01522 837600, lpac.co.uk) is Lincoln University’s live music venue, but it will also host a live version of author Julia Donaldson’s Snail & The Whale (24th/25th July) and Horrible Histories (25th August) for youngsters to enjoy this summer. n

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The Collection in Lincoln.

Enjoying 1940s nostalgia at Canwick’s International Bomber Command Centre.

2. Wartime heritage...

3. Mini museums...

4. The world’s a stage!

Bomber County’s wartime role in history

Small but perfectly formed heritage attractions!

Open air theatre across Lincolnshire...

CANWICK’S International Bomber Command Centre opened in 2018 as part of 100th anniversary celebrations of the RAF. In addition to the two peace gardens, visitors can explore the role that Bomber Command played in Operation Manna – the first humanitarian aid drop – and remember the 57,871 who gave their lives for the freedom we enjoy today (01522 514755, www.internationalbcc.co.uk).

THE TEENY TINY Sleaford Museum is nothing short of brilliant, founded in 2015 by local history fans and with just a few metres of floor space. From 27th July, the museum will present The Bass Maltings: from Construction to Dereliction, providing a history of the town’s Grade II* buildings (07518 972016, sleafordmuseum.org.uk).

WHAT COULD BE BETTER – or more Covidsafe – than open air theatre, at one of three venues across Lincolnshire this season.

The Lord Chamberlain’s Men (tlcm.co.uk) will present Macbeth at Canwick’s International Bomber Command Centre on 3rd September from 7pm.

Paul & Linda Britchford’s personal collection of WWII and home front memorabilia is also on display at We’ll Meet Again near Boston (07903 529614, wmamuseum.co.uk), and is very much worth a visit.

And aviation enthusiasts should visit the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight based at RAF Coningsby (www.raf.mod.uk) to see its six operational Spitfires, its Hurricanes, Lancaster and Dakota, as well as Cranwell’s Aviation Heritage Museum (01529 488490, www.heartoflincs.com). n

Equally diminutive is Woodhall Spa’s Cottage Museum (01526 352456, www.cottagemuseum.co.uk), which has welcomed 100,000 visitors since it was first opened in 1987. Exhibits feature the local area and photography by John Wield.

And finally, Mrs Smith’s Cottage in Navenby (01529 308207, www.mrssmiths cottage.com), has reopened following restoration.

It’s a perfectly preserved rural cottage, and a great place to discover social history. n Top/Left: The outbreak of war told at the excellent We’ll Meet Again museum near Boston.

Meanwhile Lincolnshire’s own open air theatre company Chapterhouse will present A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Gunby Hall (7th August), The Petwood Hotel (8th August) and Elsham Hall (14th August).

Tickets can be booked at www.chapterhouse.org.

And finally, the Stamford Shakespeare Company is based at Tolethorpe Hall and this month presents Humble Boy – a comedy inspired by Hamlet – and Oscar Wilde’s Importance of Being Earnest.

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Gifting assets – know the rules!

There are grandparents who will want to keep on giving: but how generous should they be?

Wilkin Chapman Solicitor, Rebecca Phillips answers some important questions.

It is natural that grandparents want to offer children and grandchildren support – they may be buying their first home, going to university or opening a bank account. Often, they wish to make gifts to their loved ones during their lifetimes so that they can see the gifts being enjoyed.

However, while nominal sums from surplus income, along with the usual Christmas and birthday presents are not usually a problem, care needs to be taken for gifts that go beyond that and it is wise for anyone considering substantial giving to take trusted and sound advice before doing so, to ensure they understand the full implications of their generosity.

For example, did you know that people you gift to could be charged inheritance tax upon your death in certain circumstances? Similarly, in the event of you requiring assistance with care fees in the future, it may be that the gifts you have made could be challenged by the local authority.

What is a gift? Quite simply it is anything that has a value, including money, property or possessions. And when you think of it like that, you may soon realise that your gifts can easily mount up.

There are certain things you can do with no inheritance tax implications: annual gifts totalling no more than £3,000 can be given; small gifts of £250 to unlimited people (not to include those you have included in your annual gifts); and gifts to charities and political parties are exempt.

The main point here is to be careful, plan for the future and be clear about just what you cannot do.

For advice on all aspects of estate and succession planning and inheritance tax, please contact Rebecca on 01522 515978 or visit wilkinchapman.co.uk

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THE JON EGGING TRUST

AN OBE for

EMMA EGGING Dr Emma Egging has been rewarded for her efforts to improve the lives of young people 10 years after funding the Jon Egging Trust in her husband’s name. This month, we meet Emma to find out why she deserved to be recognised in The Queen’s Birthday honours list...

Words: Rob Davis.

TYPICALLY, the few days of mid to high 20°c temperatures have given way to grey skies and rain. It’s miserable outside and though I’m in the office, nestled in front an Apple Mac with a mug of builder’s tea, I’m acutely aware that others don’t have it quite so cushy today.

An email to Dr Emma Egging following up on the previous day’s interview has just bounced back with the less than conventional out of office message ‘sorry, can’t talk, I’m embarking on a 13 mile paddleboard.’

Emma is certainly practising what she preaches as part of the charity she founded in 2011, in memory of her husband, Red Arrows pilot Jon. The Jon Egging Trust (JET) encourages young people to be resilient, but even Emma’s resilience must be tested by today’s challenge.

Or by the 33-mile Ultramarathon she ran along Grantham Canal in April. Or by the rest of the JET10 challenges she’ll be embarking on this year, including – but not limited to – a triathlon, the Great North Run, virtual London marathon, wild camping challenge, 100-mile cycle run and potholing in Britain’s most complex cave system.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the charity, founded in 2011 and fittingly, Emma has been rewarded for the past decade’s work with an appointment as OBE in the

Queen’s Birthday Honours. But with the JET10 challenge and the rest of the Trust’s work, Emma is focusing on the next 10 years, not the last 10. Having worked with 30,000 children and young people over the past decade, the team is hoping to reach out to over a million in the next 10 years.

“We especially work with children and young people who are at risk of falling out of full-time education,” says Emma.

“Currently we work with the 11-16 age group, but one of the aims of the next decade is to extend that to begin working with people aged 16-24 too.”

“The reason is that young people who are often starting out in the world of work need to develop the confidence and resilience to begin their careers, in the same way that secondary-school-age pupils need to develop those qualities as they grow older.”

“Younger people from school-leaving age to their mid-20s are also more likely to be vulnerable to the loss of their jobs amid conditions like the pandemic, and we need to support their employment and to keep them in the area rather than seeing them leave to work elsewhere.”

Emma was raised in the South East and met Jon whilst she was working towards a BA (Hons) degree in Archaeology at

The University of Southampton. The two were members of the University’s Air Squadron.

“I had always been fascinated with flying – a legacy from watching Tom Cruise in Top Gun I think – and during sixth form I really wanted to join the local Combined Cadet Force (CCF) organisation, which operates in around 400 schools. Unfortunately, the school had only just become co-educational in the sixth form, and at that time they didn’t accept girls on their CCF unit and so I had to watch my brother join instead.”

“At University, as part of the squadron, I took the chance to embark on activities like the Three Peaks Challenge and to fly the Bulldog, which back then was the element training aircraft.”

“I remember flying over Stonehenge and being fascinated by it, paying more attention to the landmark than the flying itself, which led my instructor to suggest that flying was perhaps not for me.”

“It was very much for Jon though. He excelled as a pilot and having been turned down for a role as a trainee pilot with British Airways, he was instead earmarked for a career in the RAF and found himself training at RAF Cranwell in 2001.”

“From Cranwell he was posted to RAF Linton in Yorkshire and from there on to >>

Main: Dr Emma Egging, shortly to be made a OBE. Emma founded the Jon Egging Trust charity in her late husband’s name back in 2011.

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RAF Valley in North Wales and became an instructor on the Hawk jet.”

“The Hawk is the same aircraft that the Reds use, but before joining the squadron, you have to have 1,000 hours of flying experience, and at the time, Jon had moved to RAF Wittering to fly the Harrier. Meanwhile I had moved from Southampton to Manchester to complete a PhD in Anthropology with a view to pursuing a career as a museum curator.”

“My doctorate led me to work with The British Museum for five years as part of the Community Partnerships team. I worked with vulnerable young people and both Jon and I recognised that young people could and should be inspired, for example through exploring history – allowing them to witness the world’s most iconic objects and artefacts – or by exposing them to the people and experiences behind fast jet pilots, not just the Red Arrows themselves, but the engineers and ground crew who support the squadron.”

In August 2011, the Red Arrows had performed a characteristically demanding display at the Bournemouth Air Festival and were returning to land at Bournemouth Airport. Jon was in formation as Red Four, and the team was performing a manoeuvre to land at 350mph which involved banking at 85 degrees to 500m. The manoeuvre meant Jon was subjected to G-forces of 6.3, and this led that a loss of consciousness which caused him to black out. As they were coming in to land, and being so close to the ground, Jon didn’t have time to recover before his aircraft hit the ground.

“Jon always wanted to be a pilot and I recognised right from his earliest training flights that there’s an inherent danger in flying. But I’d seen him complete 10 years of training and he had flown in areas of conflict like Afghanistan.”

“He was calm and methodical, warm and genuine, focused at all times but never more so than when he was in the air. He was always there to support his colleagues and recognised the importance of being calm under pressure not just for himself but for his colleagues too.”

“Over the years I’d come to rationalise the potential danger because of how professional he and his colleagues are.”

“Driving on the A1 you often see accidents and collisions, so we’d come to see risk in perspective.”

“Jon had always spoken about the power of the Reds to inspire young people and he’d said that what the team were doing was the tip of the iceberg when it came to recognising its potential to support them in their education and their career.”

“Even before a pilot sits in the cockpit, preparation, study and hours of practice – not to mention soft skills like confidence and resilience – are necessary. The tragedy of losing Jon provided the impetus to help young people in the way that he and I had always discussed. The conversation ceased to be a conversation and instead became something that I knew I had to do, in Jon’s memory.”

“Jon was always there to support his colleagues and recognised the importance of being calm under pressure not just for himself but for his colleagues too...”

“We came up with the concept in 2011 and registered in 2012. I was still working for The British Museum part time, but my first meeting for the Trust was with John Wiles, the then deputy headteacher Lincoln’s Priory Witham Academy and almost on the back of an envelope we set out what skills students needed and what support we could provide, particularly to pupils who were on the cusp of dropping out of school.”

The Jon Egging Trust relies on partnerships – 21 of which are currently military partners and 23 of which are corporate partners – to deliver messages of inspiration, to promote teamwork and to encourage leadership among young people. Initially JET worked with ten pupils, with a long-term investment of three years in each individual between the ages of 13-16.

The delivery became known as Blue Skies and included both workshop sessions delivered in school as well as days when pupils spend time on working airbases like RAF Coningsby, Waddington, and Cranwell. Here, the air traffic control team, for example, can show the importance of remaining calm under pressure and how important clear communication is. JET now runs its Blue Skies programmes in eight regions of the UK operating over three levels – teamwork, leadership and employability.

Blue Skies remains a huge success but relies on the longer term delivery of a syllabus, so JET also created its Inspirational Outreach programmes which are bespoke impact days or shorter sessions which range from visits and motivational talks to activities delivered

by Trust partners. JET also provides outdoor challenge events like 4 for Red 4, devised as a tribute to Emma and Jon’s friend Frances Capps who died in 2013.

“Over the past decade we’ve been lucky to work with some really incredible partners,” says Emma. “The Reds of course, but also agencies like the National Air Traffic Service (NATS), Northrop Grumman, British watch makers Bremont, the National Trust and Wessex Archaeology.”

“We now operate in eight regions in the UK but there’s great demand from other areas across the UK too. I’ve completed the Great North Run for example, so teachers in the North East have been keen to work with us in the City of Newcastle.”

“During our last normal year of operation, 487 young people graduated from Blue Skies and Blue Skies Inspire packages, from 42 different schools. Meanwhile, 10,107 were reached through Inspirational Outreach, participating in 348 different sessions across the year.”

“Our aim, now, is to work with over 1,000,000 young people over the next decade, and we can do that not only with the continued support of the public and our corporate partners, but by delivering our resources in new ways.”

“Through our recently-launched JET Inspired hub for teachers, we’ve created a new range of deliverables for Key Stages 2,

Opposite: On 20th August 2011, Flt Lt Jon Egging lost his life whilst completing a display at the Bournemouth Air Festival. He was coming to the end of his first year with the world-famous Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team ‘The Red Arrows’ flying in the position of Red 4.

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3 and 4 with free to download videos, teaching resources and lesson plans. Each video was created in partnership with the Red Arrows, to focus on developing skills such as communication, meeting deadlines, teamwork and facing challenges with resilience. Each topic is linked not just to real world careers but also the National Curriculum PSHE syllabus taught in schools.”

“Producing really good resources – making sure they’re engaging and inspiring and making them available online – means we can reach young people nationally whilst still running our Blue Skies and Inspirational Outreach programmes in person, prioritising young people who are facing adversity and concentrating on areas where students need extra support – areas of population living below the poverty line, for example.”

As this month’s Pride reaches households, on July 10th and 11th, the charity is officially launching its goal to reach 1,000,000 young people by 2031 with its JET10 Virtual Relay, which will see teams of 10 participants across the country each covering10km, to try to raise £100,000 to deliver and expand the Trust’s services.

Emma, meanwhile, will be competing in the Great North Run on 12th September and in the London Marathon on 3rd October.

There will be a pause in Emma’s hard schedule very soon though, as around 30 investitures are held in the ballroom of Buckingham Palace each year, usually with around 60 recipients. OBEs are awarded for outstanding service to the community.

Changing the lives of over 30,000 young people so far certainly qualifies Emma for the award as far as we’re concerned.

“I’m humbled,” says Emma. “I’ve been on an incredible journey over the last ten years as the CEO of JET and I am proud to have poured my heart into empowering young people to achieve without limits, a cause that I am committed to.”

“It’s also recognition of the dedicated Jon Egging Trust team of staff, volunteers, trustees and patrons who I am privileged to work with. I’m looking forward to continuing to lead our incredible team, so a heartfelt thank you to everyone who makes JET’s work possible.” n Dr Emma Egging is the CEO of the Jon Egging Trust, which provides young people with opportunities to discover teamwork, leadership and inspiration for future employability. For more information or to contribute to the Trust’s delivery of its services and mentor young people see www.joneggingtrust.org.uk.

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HOW JET HELPED JOSH INTO A CAREER

How 21 year old Josh Dales was helped by JET...

“The Jon Egging Trust has played a big factor in my life and has helped me reach places where I didn't think possible. Before the Trust, my school and social life was rather uneventful, I had trouble retaining information for long periods of time and would spend my free time alone in my room playing computer games.”

“Fortunately, that changed when I was introduced to JET back in 2013. Myself and other students, learned the key skill of teamwork, which helped me break out of my shell as I had trouble talking to people.”

“The next part of the program was leadership, by this point I decided to join my local Air Cadet Sqn to improve on myself more. Not only did I learn the skills of leading a team, but it also allowed me to understand how to handle myself better and become more responsible. Year three is about employability and I was lucky enough to spend some time at RAF Scampton where the Red Arrows are based. I learned about the world of work and what it means to be a professional.”

“I still use these skills today, mainly asking myself what I can do to do better and the steps I need to take to achieve my future goals. JET also taught me that when things don’t work in life it is always possible to find another way. To me the most memorable part of the JET programme was meeting and listening to RAF members talk about themselves, their jobs and how/why they got there.”

“After school I decided to go onto university and got a place at the University of Lincoln to study Computer Science.

After a year I discovered that my real interest lay in project design and so I transferred courses. I have now finished my first year just a few points off achieving a first... without JET I wouldn’t be doing any of this!” n

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NEWS & EVENTS

What’s On...

SKEGNESS

LINCOLN

SATURDAY 14th AUGUST

SUNDAY 15th AUGUST

THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN

LINCSFEST AT THE LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND

The Embassy Theatre in Skegness presents The Magic of Motown, now in its 13th year and seen by over a million people. It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history.

You’ll be Going Loco Down in Acapulco as you’re taken down memory lane with all the Motown classics from artists such as, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Jackson Five, Smokey Robinson and many more.

Enjoy Summer at the Showground with LincsFest!

This action-packed day out features locally sourced food and drink, fairground attractions and much more.

With interactive zones for all ages to choose from, families can get involved with countryside and wildlife activities or have a go at the event’s village green games.

Enjoy the indoor food and craft village where you can get your hands on your favourite local treats and there’s an exciting line-up in the Countryside Ring. n 10am-6pm, Lincolnshire Showground, call 01522 522900 or see lincolnshireshowground.co.uk.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

CHAPTERHOUSE THEATRE PRESENTS ONE OF SHAKESPEARE’S FAMILY FAVOURITES AT SEVERAL LINCOLNSHIRE VENUES...

n Tickets £28.50/adult, from 7.30pm, Embassy Centre, call 01754 474100 or see www.embassytheatre.co.uk.

STAMFORD LINCOLNSHIRE

SATURDAY 7th AUGUST

GUNBY HALL, SPILSBY SUNDAY 8th AUGUST

THE PETWOOD HOTEL SATURDAY 14th AUGUST

ELSHAM HALL, BRIGG Lincolnshire open air theatre group Chapterhouse presents Elizabethan costumes, a splendid musical score, and of course, acting talent which does justice to the playwright’s dazzling words... take along a picnic and enjoy the best open air theatre the county’s performers have to offer! n For more information and to book see www.chapterhouse.org.

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SATURDAY 14th AUGUST

LINCOLNSHIRE YOUTH BALLET’S CINDERELLA

Showcasing the incredible talent from across the region, Lincolnshire Youth Ballet presents the much loved family favourite, Cinderella.

All original choreography from Maggie Purr and Henri Tatton, starring professional ballet dancers Emily Boswall and Orlando Bond. n Tickets £13.50/adults, 1pm, 6pm, Stamford Corn Exchange, call 01780 766455 or see www.stamfordcornexchange.co.uk.

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LINCOLN

GRIMSBY

AUGUST AT NEW THEATRE ROYAL

SATURDAY 21st AUGUST

A TRIO OF TRIBUTES

GRANTHAM

SATURDAY 7th AUGUST

THE FIREWORK CHAMPIONSHIPS AT BELVOIR CASTLE Now in its 14th year, Belvoir Castle presents four great firework displays as the UK’s best firework companies compete against each other with a 10 minute firework display choreographed to music followed by a finale

display from organisers MLE Pyrotechnics. The types of fireworks being used by the companies are quite different to those available to the general public. Each company uses ‘category four’ fireworks, those reserved for professional use only – and which are the biggest available in the UK. n Belvoir Castle, NG32 1PE. call 01476 871001 or see www.belvoircastle.com.

Back in time for August fun CANWICK’S INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE HOSTS A SERIES OF 1940s EVENTS...

Enjoy live music once again as Lincoln’s New Theatre Royal presents a trio of tribute acts...

On 6th August, The Music of Lionel features Malcolm Pitt as Lionel Richie, and will doubtless leave audiences Dancing on the Ceiling with delight.

The music of ELO is celebrated on 14th August with The ELO Experience, promising hits like Mr Blue Sky and Don’t Bring Me Down.

Finally, on 28th August, Hello Again recognises the genius of Neil Diamond.

SARAH MILLICAN: BOBBY DAZZLER

The hilarious North East stand-up Sarah Millican is back on tour with a Bobby Dazzler of a new stand-up show. Sarah specialises in empowering women with her unique outlook on the world, giggling through life’s little misfortunes! n Tickets £28.50, from 8pm, Grimsby Auditorium, DN31 2BH call 0300 300 0035 or see www.grimsbyauditorium.org.uk.

n New Theatre Royal Lincoln, Call 01522 519999 or see newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk.

LINCOLN

13th - 15th AUGUST

THE 1940s RETURNS TO LINCOLN’S IBCC Visit Canwick’s International Bomber Command Centre this month for 1940s nostalgia.

The fun begins on Friday evening with a 1940s fair, with period dress, a barbecue and live entertainment, promising fun for the whole family.

The following night, don your forties finery for the Blackout Blitz Ball, with an amazing 20 piece swing band to play to you as you dine and dance.

Tickets include a delicious

two-course dinner, and a full bar will be available during the evening. Learn how to Lindy Hop with the IBCC’s 40s dance team, enjoy a dressed up selfie in the period photo booth, and browse the vintage car display that will decorate the centre.

And rather more sedate than the previous evening’s fun, on Sunday 15th August the Centre will host a 1940s afternoon tea with homemade cakes all served on the best china.

Booking for all events online. n For more information call 01522 514755 or see www.internationalbcc.co.uk.

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William Shakespeare’s

Love’s Labour’s Lost Charlotte Jones’

Humble Boy Oscar Wilde’s

The Importance of Being Earnest Dennis Kelly’s

DNA

TOLETHORPE HALL 8 June – 28 August 2021

We are thrilled to be opening our doors once more and look forward to welcoming you back. As the sun slowly sets, enjoy a picnic in the beautiful grounds, then take your seat, protected from summer showers, and see a stage like no other.

The Sunday Times For 10% off ticket price use code TOLELIPRIDEA

Box Office: 01780 756133

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FAITH WILLIAMS LAW

Faith in the Law Founded six years ago and now expanding beyond Lincoln, Faith Williams Law is offering clients a different relationship with their legal experts for a better, less stressful resolution...

“Dominique Thorley is our Accounts Manger, and there’s another important team member in the form of Kizzy, my Chow who usually makes friends with clients and helps them to enjoy their appointment a little more.”

IT’S A CASE of a good thing happening to a good person. Lincoln-based Faith Williams Law founded her business a little over six years ago in the city, with a belief that there was a better day to ‘do law.’ And now, she’s enjoying the success that her philosophy deserves.

Faith’s Lincoln based legal firm is a busy local practice, with more staff joining the team, and with the founding of her second practice in Plymouth. Of course, bad things also happen to good people from time to time, and that’s why, when the need arises, seeking legal help and advice is necessary.

“Right from the start I had a wonderful team and I’ve been careful to invite people to join us who have the same ethos shared by the rest of the company; seeking legal advice shouldn’t be stressful or intimidating or impersonal,” says Faith.

“There’s a trend in the legal profession, certainly in Lincolnshire, for practices to become larger and larger. We’ve some really good firms with professionals who really care about their clients, but often it can be an intimidating experience to seek legal advice.

And glass towers with huge corporate-looking offices don’t do anything to counter that.”

“Neither does the jargon and the sometimes incomprehensible processes that remain in the profession. To an outsider it can be a difficult experience, especially if you’re seeking advice at a time of difficulty in your life.”

“The profession to its credit is changing, slowly, but I believed and still believe that

there’s a place in the market for a smaller, more personal practice that takes the time to understand clients and explain to them ‘what happens next.’”

“I was born and raised in Lincoln and always wanted to work in the profession.

I studied law at the University of Lincoln then took my LPC exams in York. I worked for a number of larger law firms locally but I didn’t like the culture of larger firms.

I established my own practice in 2015 and reasoned that there was a better way to do law, favouring client relationships and allowing the practice to grow organically.”

“Today our conveyancing work is booming thanks to a very busy property market, with a new member of staff due to join that side of the business. We offer help with family law predominantly, as well as wills and probate and conveyancing work.”

“My daughter Olivia is now a paralegal with the company, my brother Alister is our office manager and we’ve a family law specialist in Monica Clifton.

“I’ve family in Plymouth and have picked up work there and elsewhere in the UK as technology and connectivity both in our own team, and in society as a whole, enables us to attend hearings or host meetings virtually.”

“Sometimes it’s more appropriate to have face-to-face meetings but virtual hearings can in fact mean the difference between logging on to a hearing virtually for an hour or hanging around a courtroom all day, which has a direct impact on a client’s fees.

Technology also enables us to work anywhere in the UK and so we’re leveraging technology where appropriate and picking up work all over the country, but still with a heavy bias towards Lincolnshire.”

“As a firm we favour mediation but we also have the necessary strength where appropriate to perform well in litigation. We’re acutely aware, though, that in situations like family law, there are no ‘winners,’ and that the resolution of legal issues can still be stressful.”

“We see our role as working with and for our clients, with clear explanations, giving the kind of service that we’d like to receive ourselves. That’s our ethos and we think it’s the reason we’ve been able to grow and to enjoy the success that we’ve experienced in our first six years.” n

n Find Out More: Faith Williams Law offers free initial consultations across many different legal disciplines including family law, wills and probate. The practice is based at 165-167 Newport, Lincoln LN1 3DZ. Call 01522 262130 or see www.faithwilliamslaw.co.uk.

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DINING OUT AT THE ENGINE YARD BELVOIR

The Engine Yard at

BELVOIR CASTLE If you’ve yet to discover The Engine Yard at Belvoir Castle, or you’ve not popped in since lockdown has been eased, it’s time to revisit this exceptional dining and shopping destination.

It’s rich in opportunities for a great day out, with Emma Manners, the 11th Duchess of Rutland, creating a unique place on the site adjacent to Belvoir Castle, redeveloping it since 2018.

The latest addition is a brand new brasserie dining experience at its restaurant, The Fuel Tank...

Words: Rob Davis. Images: Rob Davis, Jon Scrimshaw (www.instinctivecollection.co.uk).

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The Duchess of Rutland remains entirely indomitable in her desire to improve the visitor offering at Belvoir Castle. We’d go so far as to say that she’s the best thing that’s happened to the place since 1840.

Why 1840? Because that’s when visiting aristo Anna, Duchess of Bedford, felt a bit peckish between lunch and dinner, and called down to the lackeys to bring forth a pot of tea (darjeeling, they reckon it was), some finger sandwiches and perhaps a cake or two (or three). And some scones. Afternoon tea was born... at Belvoir Castle!

Fast forward 181 years and the present Mrs Davis, Anna, Duchess of Sleaford – equally indomitable, as it happens – declared one on Saturday morning recently that she fancied going ‘somewhere’ and doing ‘something.’

Despite the vague remit, I knew immediately that Belvoir Castle’s Engine Yard would fit the brief perfectly.

For the uninitiated, the site once held the 20-tonne beam engine pump which sent water up to the castle. In 2018, Her Grace Emma Manners, 11th Duchess of Rutland, set to, investing £2.5m in the site to create a posh new retail village which now comprises about 20 businesses.

OPEN FOR FOOD Monday to Wednesday: 10am – 6pm Thursday to Saturday: 10am – 9pm Sunday: 10am – 5pm

At the heart of The Engine Yard, though, is The Fuel Tank, a really great three-storey café bar with a gin joint – The Balloon Bar – on the ground floor.

Already visitors could spend a day out enjoying the interiors and homeware retailers, the small but very good garden centre and the little delis, chocolate shops and so on.

But this month, the new Brasserie now open at The Fuel Tank means there’s yet another reason to enjoy a visit to the site.

Gabriella Gregory & Stuart Hancock have partnered with the Duchess to create the new Brasserie on the first floor of The Fuel Tank. The couple have also opened up their new farm shop, Wild Jacks, in one of the site’s outlets and they own Lincolnshire butcher Odling’s and bakery Welbourne’s. >> 45

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DINING OUT AT THE ENGINE YARD

>> Gabriella and Stuart will be supplying The Brasserie with its meat, fruit and veg and baked goods, ensuring exceptional quality local ingredients. So the new dining out experience is already off to a good start.

The present Mrs Davis and I therefore made a return visit to The Engine Yard (this time an evening visit) to enjoy a sneak preview of The Brasserie for press and ‘influencers’ just prior to its public opening.

A redesign of the uppermost floor of the Fuel Tank yields about 50 covers, with high-back chairs upholstered in a funky fuchsia and lime. As well as looking quite fun these also divide up the room a bit and help to create a bit more privacy and deaden the sound in a space that otherwise could have been large and less intimate. Clever.

There was lots of natural light as the sun set during our visit, crisp white table linens and smart glassware. It’s a very pretty place to dine, much improved and now more fit for purpose as a smart restaurant as opposed to its previous life as a café.

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The Brasserie’s menu carries a choice of three appetisers, seven starters, seven main courses and four Belvoir Grill options – from rib-eye to Chateaubriand – with four sauces for the latter and six side dishes. After, there’s a choice of six puddings.

It’s a very well-considered menu too, with very good interpretations of familiar dishes.

Starters include cured salmon, ham hock and paté as well as a Camembert sharer, but each is unique and brilliant in terms of its flavours and its presentation... portions are very generous, too.

The present Mrs Davis went full Velociraptor on a 10oz Lincoln Red rib-eye, and it was a great cut of meat. Triple cooked chips were lovely and crisp on the outside and as fluffy as clouds inside. Meanwhile, my 12-hour blade of beef was rich beyond words and presented with sautéed forest mushrooms; absolutely first class.

Despite being luxuriously satiated I couldn’t resist dessert, spotting the excellent white chocolate and raspberry cheesecake. >>

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on the MENU Brasserie Appetiser Engine Yard warm bread, Long Clawson Stilton paté and butter £5.95.

Brasserie Starters Ham hock terrine with piccalilli and picked veg £8.

Fuel Tank chicken liver paté with Duke’s relish £8.

Cured salmon with roasted beet tartare and citrus mayonnaise £12.

Brasserie Main Courses 12 hour blade of beef with oxtail croquette, Dauphinoise potatoes and forest mushrooms £22.

Baked pork loin with roasted shallots and peppers, Lincolnshire Poacher and bacon crumb £18.

Moules mariniére with cream, garlic and seasoned fries £17.

Brasserie Desserts White chocolate and raspberry cheesecake, shortbread crumb base and raspberries £6.

Stonebaked Pizzas Pizza Margherita £10.

Tanked Up: Ham, pepperoni, red peppers, red onions, chorizo & cheddar cheese, £12.50.

The Butler: Chicken tikka, mango chutney, red onions & coriander £12.50.

Balloon Bar Cocktails Duchess’ Garden: Sloe gin, blackberries, rose cordial, top with sparkling water, £7.90.

Duke’s Old Fashioned: Blueberries, bourbon and cherry £8.90.

NB: All menu items are subject to change.

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“The new Brasserie takes The Fuel Tank’s dining out offering to the next level. It’s a superb, highly recommended place to eat...” >> The latter was also excellent and all three courses were superb in appearance and taste, aided and abetted by a really lovely team at front of house.

Let’s not forget, either, that there’s also plenty to do around the site, in addition to excellent dining at the new Brasserie. There are outdoor spaces in which to enjoy a drink in the sunshine, and 20 different retailers to work your way around... not to mention a Grade I Regency-era castle with beautiful gardens to explore.

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For casual dining there are stone-baked pizzas available on the terrace, and you can also take the taste of Belvoir Castle home too, thanks to quality retailers with sustainable chocolate from Cocoa Amoré, single origin coffee and tea from Cherizena, or deli produce from The Country Victualler, Jorge Artisan Foods and Wild Jacks.

Later this summer, the Engine Yard will also gain a Champagne and sushi experience in Vale House, adjacent to the Fuel Tank.

So, whether you’re seeking a light lunch, or more substantial dining in The Brasserie,

or just a glass of wine or gin ‘n’ tonic at the Balloon Bar, The Engine Yard is a true destination for dining and shopping.

Rightly so, it’s thriving, with lockdown lifted and the whole country keen to get out and about in the sunshine once more.

The team at Belvoir Castle, under the leadership of the Duchess of Rutland, has done a great job of creating a modern, vibrant and enjoyable place to spend time.

The Engine Yard is a destination we can really, really, really recommend and that’s goes double for dining at the Fuel Tank’s new Brasserie experience, which offers flawless dining in a very well presented setting. n Booking is recommended. The Engine Yard is located adjacent to Belvoir Castle, NG32 1PA. Call 01476 247059 or see engineyardbelvoir.com.

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MYERS PLUM LOAF

Using Your

PLUM LOAF It’s the teatime treat that every self-respecting Yellowbelly enjoys with a slice of Poacher Cheese or a generous smothering of butter...

Words: Rob Davis.

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BY THE TIME the sun has risen and the morning dew has burned off the fields around Horncastle, Rob Myers arrives at his family bakery.

Rob’s rude awakening, typically about six in the morning, is surpassed in its unruliness by the early start of the team of six bakers who had arrived that morning at 3am.

Myers is one of only a couple of bakers left in the county which specialises in producing one of Lincolnshire’s best-loved treats, Plum Loaf.

The fifth generation of Lincolnshire’s Plum Loaf dynasty, Rob and sister Marie are continuing to champion this muchbeloved staple of a Yellowbelly’s teatime.

Myers bakes over 80 different lines, which is vast compared to the usual number of lines made in-house by a family baker. As well as the usual array of artisan breads, though,

The teatime favourite is also referred to as Plum Bread. That’s not a misnomer because, says Rob, its base is a sweetened bread dough, rather than a cake one, i.e.: there’s yeast in it.

Where to find Lincolnshire Plum Loaf...

We can recommend the following stockists of traditional Lincolnshire Plum Loaf n Myers Bakery in Horncastle: It’s believed that Myers Bakery were the first to create the Lincolnshire Plum Loaf back in 1901. Today, the firm has a bakery, café and deli stocking Lincolnshire produce in Horncastle’s Bull Ring, 01507 525871, www.myersbakery.co.uk. n Pocklingtons Bakery, Louth: The Pocklingtons Bakery Plum Bread recipe was created by Myra Pocklington in 1924. There’s also a luxury version with added cherries and spices.

The bakery is based in Louth’s Market Place, 01507 600180, www.pocklingtons-bakery.co.uk. n Welbourne’s Bakery, Navenby: Cornelius Welbourne started making plum bread over 100 years ago, and it’s still sold from the company’s bakery on Navenby’s High Street.

Call 01522 810239 or see www.welbournesbakery.com.

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What is a misnomer, though, is the word plum, since the recipe depends on sultanas, and mixed peel – no plums are harmed during the making of this delicacy!

Based in Horncastle, Myers Bakery is believed to have made the earliest Plum Loaf, either inventing it or at least popularising it in the county.

It was in 1901 that Charles Myers left Derbyshire and relocated to Alford purchasing one of four windmills in the town at the time, one with six sails, which soon came to be known as Myers Mill. It was eventually dismantled in 1973.

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IT’S THE HOME OF A TEATIME TREAT...

Grantham is the home of Lincolnshire’s other teatime treat, gingerbread, invented in the county, accidentally, in 1740!

Youngsters and adults alike enjoy biting into a warm, crunchy gingerbread biscuit, and it’s another teatime treat that comes from right here in the county. Back in 2009, the biscuits made a resurgence in the county thanks to Alastair Hawken.

“It was back in 1740 that William Eggleston opened his bakery in Grantham,” says Alastair.

“One day whilst trying to make the popular Grantham Whetstone biscuits, the first form of biscuits ever sold, William accidentally stumbled across the formula for gingerbread when he used the wrong ingredient. This ‘mistake’ was hugely enjoyed by the bakery’s customers and soon William was travelling the country selling his Grantham Gingerbread.”

Serving Suggestions During his time in Alford, Charles baked his very first batch of Plum Loaves, with his sons Reg and Lewis.

Serve your Plum Loaf with Just Jane cheese from Lymn Bank, Lincolnshire Poacher cheese from Alford, or a slice of apple.

For extra bite, apple chutney also works well with Plum Loaf.

The family later moved to Mareham le Fen and finally to Horncastle in 1969 when the opportunity to purchase a shop and bakery arose. Derek (the son of Lewis, and so third generation of Myers) and his wife June, used their loaf and determined that the opportunity to set up shop in Horncastle was too good to pass up.

Fourth generation Richard Myers joined the business in 1976, his brother Michael followed in 1979 and as soon as they were old enough to knead a decent dough, fifth generation Rob and Marie joined the baking dynasty too.

It was about 25 or 30 years ago that the Plum Loaf enjoyed a resurgence in popularity, with no particular reason that anybody can unequivocally attribute its comeback to.

Perhaps that was the time people began to value local food again, perhaps there was coverage on the TV or in the press at the time, or maybe we just all just remembered how delicious it is.

In any case, its popularity continued and today the company makes in excess of 5,000 a week, mixing up batches of 80kg of wet dough at a time.

The exact recipe remains a closely-guarded secret and we’re sworn to confidentiality in the respect of a few trade secrets on pain of being clobbered by a bunch of angry bakers wielding rolling pins.

What we can reveal, though, is that the recipe is basically faithful to its Edwardian origins, with just one or two tweaks to make it a little healthier.

After mixing, the dough is left to ferment, allowed to rise for two to three hours and then baked for an hour before sent to one of 50 local retailers. >>

“Up until the 1970s, Grantham Gingerbread continued to be sold throughout the town by many bakery shops. Each baker claimed to have ‘the original’ recipe and whilst the different versions were similar, no one could be sure they were actually using the original.”

“Sadly, as the number of bakeries within the town began to dwindle, the places selling the product on their counter tops fell and by the turn of the century Grantham Gingerbread was no longer being sold within the town.”

“An entire generation of local children were, for the first time in over 250 years, growing up not enjoying this delicious treat.”

Everything changed in 2009 when Alastair Hawken discovered the problem and within months the biscuit was again being produced and sold in its home town of Grantham.

Today, Alastair sells original, chocolate orange and lemon gingerbread online, see www.hawkensgingerbread.com.

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LINCOLNSHIRE PLUM LOAF

>> The company’s tea loaf is a sort of sister product and as its name suggest, it’s flavoured with tea – the particular brand of tea is important, hence it’s another trade secret – but it’s also made with a cake dough, and as a result, it’s a little sweeter than a plum loaf.

“I’ve two boys, aged three and seven,” says Rob. “These days Marie and I tend to deal with things like marketing and management, and don’t get into the bakery here, but at home I don’t mind teaching the boys how to bake. We’re not sure whether they’ll follow us into the family business yet, but they’ll certainly be customers in the future as they really enjoy a slice of Plum Loaf !”

There’s another fan, too, in the form of The Queen. 2022 will represent Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee, and perhaps Myers will once again gift The Queen a Plum Loaf, as Tattershall-with-Thorpe’s Parish Council did back in 1977 when the monarch celebrated her silver jubilee. A letter on Myers’

website indicates that The Queen asked for an ‘encore,’ although it’s not clear quite what she made of the stuffed chine which was included in the hamper that was sent to her at Balmoral.

As for the Myers family, producing in excess of a quarter of a million Plum Loaves a year doesn’t seem to have stymied their enjoyment of Lincolnshire’s finest teatime treat. Robert says that he prefers his to be simply sliced and enjoyed with butter – proper butter, though, not margarine. Other members of the family serve theirs toasted, with cheese – Poacher is a good accompaniment – or with slices of apple.

However you enjoy it though, is up to you.

We’re just grateful that Lincolnshire’s very own teatime treat is still proving popular… loved by my own son, by Rob’s two youngsters and doubtless many other families whose little ones will be keeping the Plum Loaf alive and toasty, to be enjoyed for generations to come. n

Find Out More: Myers Bakery with its café and deli is based at Bull Ring, Horncastle, Lincolnshire, LN9 5HU. Call 01507 525871 or purchase a Plum Loaf online at www.myersbakery.co.uk, £2.95/400g.

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In the KITCHEN The great taste of summer in a delicious warm pudding that you can enjoy with cream or custard!

BLUEBERRY & VANILLA COBBLER Preparation Time: 30 minutes plus cooling. Serves Four.

450g blueberries • 1 tbsp golden caster sugar • 1⁄2 lemon, zest and juice • 1 1⁄2 tsp cornflour • 100g plain flour • 1 tsp baking powder • 1⁄4 tsp fine salt • 50g golden caster sugar, plus 1 tsp for sprinkling 45g unsalted butter, cubed and chilled • 75ml double cream • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste Preheat the oven to 180°c, gas mark 4. In a small-medium baking dish (about 1.5 litres in volume, at least 5cm deep) toss the blueberries with 1 tbsp caster sugar, the lemon zest and cornflour. Spread evenly over the base and squeeze over the lemon juice.

For the cobbler topping, in a mixing bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt and 50g sugar. Use your fingertips to rub in the butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Stir in the cream and vanilla, mixing with a wooden spoon until just combined.

Use a teaspoon to scoop up the topping, or use your fingertips to make teaspoon-sized balls, and arrange over the blueberries (don’t worry if there are gaps).

Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tsp sugar, then bake for 35-45 minutes until the cobbler is golden and the fruit is bubbling up below.

Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving with more double cream, yogurt or ice cream, if liked. For a different flavour, try swapping the vanilla in the cobbler topping for 1⁄2 tsp ground cinnamon. n

Thousands of recipes can be found at www.waitrose.com/recipes.

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In the KITCHEN These friands will end up being best friends... these little almond cakes are inspired by French patisserie and are sublime with a dollop of cream!

STRAWBERRY & PISTACHIO FRIANDS Preparation Time: 25 minutes. Cooking Time: 25 minutes plus cooling. Makes 12.

100g unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for greasing • 75g plain flour, plus extra for dusting 100g pistachios • 2 tbsp caster sugar • 50g ground almonds • 125g icing sugar, sifted, plus extra for dusting 1⁄ tsp fine salt • 6 egg whites • 8 British strawberries, sliced 2 Preheat the oven to 180°c, gas mark 4. Brush the 12 holes of a muffin tin with melted butter; dust each with a little flour, shaking out any excess. Pulse the pistachios and caster sugar in a food processor until the nuts are finely ground.

Tip the ground pistachios into a mixing bowl with the flour, ground almonds, icing sugar and salt.

In a separate large bowl, using a balloon whisk or electric beaters set to a low speed, whisk the egg whites for about two minutes, until frothy and foamy. Sift the dry ingredients over

the egg whites and fold in gently until just combined. Pour in the melted butter and stir until just combined.

Evenly spoon or pour the batter into the holes of the tin, until each is three quarters full. Gently place a few strawberry slices on top of each and bake on the middle shelf of the oven for 20-22 minutes, until risen, golden brown at the edges and just firm to the touch in the centre. Cool the friands in the tin before lifting out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Dust with more icing sugar to serve. n

Thousands of recipes can be found at www.waitrose.com/recipes.

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Wine of the Month

The local gin that’s fit for a king... or at least, a Duke!

Château Mouton Rothschild 2015 Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classé

Belvoir Castle’s own gin uses eight hand-picked botanicals and has been developed by Emma Manners, the 11th Duchess of Rutland...

Premium craft gin maker Brentingby has partnered with Belvoir Castle, working with Her Grace the Duchess of Rutland to create Belvoir Gin. Its eight botanicals include juniper, coriander, angelica, orange peel, fig, vanilla, chamomile and liquorice root. Classically London Dry in nature with rounded woodiness, it’s presented in a bottle whose chinoiserie feel is designed to mimic the castle’s state rooms, designed by James Wyatt for the 5th Duke. n £39.95 / 70cl / 43% ABV, See www.belvoircastle.com or www.brentingbygin.co.uk.

£550 x 1, (£6,600 x 12) 75cl / 13.5% ABV

The Wine Cellar ‘NATIONAL PROSECCO DAY’ MIGHT SOUND LIKE A CYNICAL MARKETING PLOY, BUT STILL, WHAT’S THE HARM IN POPPING A CORK FOR THIS FASHIONABLE FIZZ IN AUGUST...?

NATIONAL PROSECCO DAY: Pop a cork for this fashionable fizz on 13th August 2021...

1. With no sense of modesty, Pale Fox claims its single estate Prosecco is the finest in the world. Floral to the nose with apple and acacia, and a peach minerality at the end, £25.95 / 75cl / 11% ABV.

2. A beautiful blush Prosecco from Veneto with silky raspberry notes and a dry finish, thanks to its Glera and Pinot Noir grapes. Its name translates as ‘joyous and high spirited!’ which, we’re confident, is just how you’ll feel too! £11.99 / 75cl / 11% ABV. 3. A quirky bottle but the charm of Alessandro Gallici’s 2019 Anniversary Prosecco goes much deeper. With lemon and peach, it’s a super vintage cuvée, direct from Veneto, £16.99 / 75cl / 11% ABV.

If you’re looking for something to lay down in your cellar for a rainy day – or an extravagant night – Waitrose has secured a small number of this Château Mouton Rothschild from the producer’s 2015 vintage. Adding to the likelihood of its appreciation in value is the Gerhard Richter artwork on the label.

Cassis and cherry from Bordeaux’s finest Cab Sav/Merlot blend.

Available from Waitrose Cellar, www.waitrose cellar.com.

A pink gin with Hope & Glory!

The newest premium gin from Lincoln-based Bandsman, sitting alongside Bandsman Gin and Bandmaster London Dry. This special edition has a few subtle changes from pink peppercorns to rose and hibiscus petals which are suspended in a botanical basket above the liquid in the distillery’s copper pot still. The result is a clear London Dry gin which is smooth and floral.

Next, British raspberries and rose petals add a beautifully fruity taste without being too sweet, as well as a natural pink blush. £30 / 50cl / 40% ABV, www.bandsmangin.co.uk.

n Our featured wines are available from

the best local independent wine merchants, supermarkets and online, prices are RRP and may vary from those stated.

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HOMES & INTERIORS

AHEAD of THE

CURVE Straight lines are so boring, reckons Simon Craddock, owner of his family home on Burns in Lincoln’s Colosseum. It’s a modern property with plenty of space and no fewer than four floors. Stylish, spacious and close to the city, we think it’s a great proposition for its new owners!

Words: Rob Davis. Images: Lee Jones and Dean Fisher.

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STAYING AHEAD OF THE CURVE, Simon Craddock and his family are enjoying life in Lincoln with elevated views of the surrounding countryside thanks to the fact that their home is arranged over no fewer than four floors.

“When we first saw the building work taking place, we were intrigued to find out more as it’s a great location,” says Simon.

“The Colosseum is a circular building with unusual architecture and it certainly appealed to us.”

“It’s tucked away in a gated community, we feel like we’re part of a little village in the big city of Lincoln. We were able to choose the property that we wanted, and we opted for this one as we’re not overlooked and the garage at the back gives us an additional Main/Right: The living kitchen includes a dining area and on the same floor, the formal sitting room is a great space for entertaining.

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parking space. We were able to make changes to the internal specifications as the property was being built and we opted for additional enhancements, including upgrading all of the timber flooring and carpets which has worked very well for us.”

“We tend to spend most time in the kitchen and it was this room that really sold it to us.

There’s a large island, dining table and log burner, so it really is an all-in-one room.

We can cook and chat at the same time and it’s perfect for day-to-day family life.”

The Colosseum was developed by Tennyson Homes and it comprises 14 homes arranged in a crescent shape, each one named after notable writers; Robert Burns, Wordsworth, Chaucer, Brontë, Byron and of course, Shakespeare. Created in local limestone, Burns Place offers no less than 4,450sq ft of

“We tend to spend most time in the living kitchen with its cosy log burner. It was this room that really sold it to us!”

Step up to the first floor and there’s another reception room with lots of space, plus an additional two bedrooms and a family bathroom.

family space, as well as six bedrooms and three reception rooms, not to mention rear gardens with a sunny aspect and en suites to three of the property’s bathrooms.

“The living room is on the ground floor too and it’s a great space for entertaining. The lower ground floor is ideal for guests as they can enjoy their own space and head up to the kitchen to make a cup of tea whenever they like.”

The property is a bit upside down in the sense that the lower ground floor has three bedrooms plus a Jack ‘n’ Jill en suite.

The ground floor has an entrance hall and sitting room plus the family dining kitchen to the back of the house with a log burner, leading onto the terrace and gardens.

The second floor, meanwhile, has the master suite with lots of practical built-in storage and a very generously size en suite.

“We always celebrate Christmas here with our extended family as there are plenty of bedrooms to accommodate everybody and the 12ft Christmas tree looks amazing as it fills the space between the two floors.”

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“Meanwhile, in the summer we spend a lot of time in our garden because it’s fully enclosed and not overlooked which makes it the perfect spot to relax in the sun or by the firepit with a glass of wine.”

“The grassed area is great for our children and it’s very easy to maintain. We open the kitchen doors out to the patio, and everyone streams in and out as they wish.”

“The location is fabulous too. We’re close to The Bailgate and to the uphill area of Lincoln and we enjoy regular walks around the Castle gardens and Cathedral.”

“There’s a great variety of independent shops, restaurants and pubs all within a 10-minute walk and we must mention The Lawn Cafe too.”

Left: The Colosseum is a development of 14 Georgian style properties on a gated community, completed in 2015 and each named after famous writers.

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A property that’s ahead of the curve in every sense, Burns Place is now on the market for £750,000, a country house in the city.

It’ll offer its next owners a modern house with a low-maintenance garden and up to date electrics, plumbing and roof, as well as plenty of space to configure and to use as they see fit.

What’s more, with Uphill Lincoln on your doorstep, you’re right in the centre of one of the most vibrant cities in the UK, with lots of nightlife, culture and history right on your doorstep. n

BURNS PLACE, THE COLOSSEUM Location: Uphill Lincoln.

Style: Georgian style modern property completed in 2015 and offering 4,400sq ft space.

Comprising six bedrooms and three reception rooms currently arranged as living kitchen, sitting room and family room.

Guide Price: £795,000.

Find Out More: Fine & Country, High Street, Navenby LN5 0DZ. Call 01522 287008 or see www.fineandcountry.com. n

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HOME FURNISHINGS

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COLOUR The newest collections of paint shades from manufacturers of premium paints allow you to create vast areas of flat, even, dramatic colour or subtle blushes to achieve the look you want for your home...

This Page: Little Greene Paint Company’s brand new Colours of England shades launch as Pride goes to press. Shown here is Silent White on the walls and Silent White (Pale) on panelling.

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COLOUR FOR YOUR HOME

Opposite Page, Top Left: Little Greene’s Dorchester Pink from the company’s Colour Scales range; light and mid shown. Opposite Page, Top Right: Farrow & Ball’s Dutch Orange from the company’s Colour by Nature collection. Opposite Page, Bottom Left: Mylands Pimlico yellow is new for 2021. Opposite Page, Bottom Right: Mylands Theatre Land in Pale Lilac.

Main Image: Lake Red from Farrow & Ball, part of a collaboration with the Natural History Museum, and its new Colour by Nature collection.

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COLOUR FOR YOUR HOME

Above: A retro country kitchen from Little Greene. Bazaar Wallpaper in Pomegranate; cabinetry in Citrine. Island in Cordoba, skirting in Portland Stone. Opposite Page, Top Left: Little Greene’s Vulcan on walls; windowsill, bath and floor in Livid. Opposite Page, Top Right: Myrtle Green by Mylands. Opposite Page, Bottom Left: Farrow & Ball’s Smoke Green.

Opposite Page, Bottom Right: Farrow & Ball De Nimes is a classic shade, a down to earth and grounding green/blue.

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Farrow & Ball painted kitchen, walls in shaded white, cabinets in Drop Cloth.

Lincolnshire Interiors: Aitch Interiors: 01522 810961, www.aitchinteriors.co.uk. Anelise Home: 01522 530400, www.anelisehome.co.uk.

Delcor: 01780 762579, www.delcor.co.uk. Richard Sutton Interiors: 01472 268377, richardsuttondesigninteriors.com.

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MORRISS & SHAW LUXURY GARDEN HOUSES

Interior design for reception rooms, bedrooms, kitchens and bathrooms Plus: Finishing touches from lighting to mirrors to bedding & home decor

Anelise Home, 140 Burton Road, Lincoln, LN1 3LW

01522 530400 • www.anelisehome.co.uk

Based in Sleaford, so for a free, no obligation design consultation and an initial discussion of your project call 01529 300609

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RICHWOOD CABINET MAKERS

INDUSTRIAL

RELATIONS For Donna and Steve Lang, a move back to the county afforded the couple the chance to renovate a beautiful 200 year old ironstone barn, creating an open-plan, industrially-styled family home... and the property’s kitchen is its beating heart!

Words & Images: Rob Davis.

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The best things come to those who wait, as the saying goes. And a 200 year old barn just outside Grantham has had to wait that long for its transformation from an ugly duckling into a beautiful swan.

The last three years have probably seemed like the longest of all, because that’s how long it has taken Donna and Steve Lang to gain planning permission and to start working on the ironstone barn next to Donna’s stables, near Hough on the Hill.

Having endured a thoroughly frustrating time obtaining planning permission, the couple could finally get stuck in to creating a glorious open plan home in January 2020.

They incorporated industrial elements into the building’s architecture to yield generous accommodation with three bedrooms plus an open plan living space including a stunning kitchen, with a lofty ceiling and mezzanine study.

And to create that kitchen, the beating heart of the house, the couple chose to work with Alex Richardson of Richwood Cabinet Makers, from whom they commissioned a bespoke kitchen to complement the room’s huge dark grey window frames, reinstated timber beams and its limestone floors. >>

Left/Above: Alex Richardson of Richwood Cabinet Makers designs and installs high quality bespoke kitchens such as this recent project, a kitchen with industrial influences in a modern barn conversion.

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“We’re delighted with the look and feel, but also the practicality, of the kitchen we’ve created. It’s going to be the heart of the home and it’s going to be a place we can cook in, work in and live in for many years to come!”

>> “Because the house is open plan, the kitchen is a part of the main reception room,” says Donna. “That means it has to look good as well as functioning well, too.

I’m quite a demanding client because I love the building and I had a clear vision.

Alex not only listened but contributed ideas and helped to evolve them as the project progressed.”

“Because it’s an old building, and because it would have served a more utilitarian purpose when it was built 200 years ago, it presented a few challenges throughout the project like the odd height different between walls.”

“But that’s the beauty of bespoke. Alex’s cabinetry can be customised down to the millimetre, and because it’s solid, it’ll last for decades, rather than years and it can be painted in the future for a mid-life facelift.”

“We chose a Farrow & Ball shade, Railings, for the cabinetry and for the work surfaces, Silestone Lagoon Quartz.”

“Alex also integrated our appliances. He recommended good quality brands like Miele for our integrated dishwasher and ovens and

Fisher & Paykel for our induction hob.

Again, because the kitchen was bespoke Alex was able to incorporate these really neatly, and create features like the solid wood inserts in the cutlery drawer and custom made storage areas inside.”

“We also opted for a Quooker boiling water tap which was a good move, and to satisfy the need for plenty of storage space, Alex created the utility room area in the same style with larder cupboards, and a housekeeper’s cupboard.”

“Throughout the project Alex was a proper craftsman. Everything was meticulous and his attention to detail was wonderful. There was just one point of contact for us, and he was accountable for everything so that made it a great detail easier amid all of the other work that was going on, on site.”

“We’d definitely recommend Alex, and we’re delighted with the look and feel, but also the practicality, of the kitchen we’ve created. It’s going to be the heart of the home and it’s going to be a place we can cook in, work in and live in for many years to come!” n

Find Out More: Alex Richardson of Richwood Cabinet Makers designs and installs bespoke kitchens across Lincolnshire. Call 07534 808903 or find Richwood Cabinet Makers (@Richwoodcm) on social media.

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Symphony kitchen, for Lincolnshire stockists see www.symphony-group.co.uk.

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HOMES

Smeg Fridge 70:30 fridge/freezer, 294 litre capacity, £1,589.

Denby Dining Set Azure blue haze, 12 piece, £168.

Smeg Kettle 360° base, 1.7 litre capacity, £140.

REACH FOR THE

SKY

KitchenAid Stand mixer in ice blue, 4.8 litre, £499.

Retro Toaster Four slice, with defrost and keep warm function, £179.

Create a cool, calm and collected kitchen with this range of kitchen accessories in sky blue...

Wall Clock Thomas Kent, 30cm/50cm dia, with numerals, from £45.

Lincoln Cathedral Mug By local designer Sophie Allport, £12, www.sophieallport.com.

Duck Egg Blue Aga R3 series, electric with induction hob, £13,515.

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TURNBULL OF LINCOLNSHIRE

TURNBULL

HAS THE ANSWER The ranges you need and the quality you expect for the most loved rooms in your home, available at any budget. If the question is where to start then Turnbull has the answer...

Words: Rob Davis.

Do it once, do it properly. That’s the golden rule when making an investment in your home, but it’s especially applicable when redesigning your bathroom and kitchen.

“They’re the most technically demanding, most often used and highest value rooms in your home,” says Olivia Hopkins, Group Showroom Manager for Turnbull Kitchens and Bathrooms, which has six showrooms across Lincolnshire.

“Day to day these rooms have to function effectively within certain key areas: storage, practicality, easy to clean and quality. When you come to sell your home it is so important to have an attractive kitchen or bathroom as this can be the difference between a quick sale or your house staying on the market.”

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the whole house hold. Get it right and they’ll be rooms you love for years to come, you have to trust the process and understand that our designers are the experts able to advise you.”

“We understand the importance of investing in your home, we have over 40 years of designing many kitchens and bathrooms across Lincolnshire.”

“We are constantly seeking out the best British and European manufacturers to partner with to help improve our offering to our clients and make our showrooms more inspirational every year. All our displays have been handpicked by our team of designers to demonstrate the quality and design features available to help you make these important choices for your home.”

“We use a realistic 3D design service to give you plenty of ideas as to how your project

with us will end up looking, it is so hard when picking from samples so it is our job to bring your choices to life.”

“We offer so much choice for our clients with ultra-modern kitchens from Rotpunkt as well as more traditional shaker styles from Sheraton & Symphony. Solid surfaces from Silestone & Dekton will withstand the test of time with 25 year warranties, Quooker 100 degree boiling water taps are the latest must have gadget for any kitchen alongside the famous slide & hide oven by Neff which feature in all our showrooms.”

“Turnbull is a five star master partner who are able to access exclusive models and all our staff are highly knowledgeable with the different features of their products.”

“When it comes to bathrooms again we only like to deal with quality manufacturers such as Duravit, Hansgrohe and Merlyn.”

“We only choose to stock products we would be happy to have in all our own homes!”

“Turnbull don’t just provide kitchen and bathrooms; we are able to provide materials from bricks, internal doors, paving slabs and much more.”

“So whatever your project Turnbull is able to help and show you lots of different options. Our group of showroom’s have over 30 different kitchen displays and over 50 bathrooms in the hope there is something to inspire everyone.”

“We are so proud to announce that our Lincoln showroom has won Kitchen and Bathroom Showroom of the Year at the Builders Merchant Awards for 2020. This reflects our talent and commitment to our customers and the proof is in the pudding, if you’re looking to invest in your home, Turnbull has the answer!” n

n Turnbull Kitchens & Bathrooms has showrooms in Sleaford, Boston, Newark and Brigg, plus a flagship 7,500sq ft showroom on Lincoln’s Deacon Road.

For a no obligation discussion about your kitchen or bathroom, and for free advice too, call 01529 308839 or see www.turnbullsonline.co.uk/showrooms.

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STYLE & SECURITY WITH BESPOKE GARAGE DOORS

n ‘Insulated Sectional’ or ‘Up & Over’ doors. n Fully bespoke and designed to suit your property. n Range of colours and styles. n Remote control using Garador controllers available. n 30 years experience, family firm.

Andrew Dams CALL NOW FOR A FREE NO-OBLIGATION QUOTE

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Tel: 01507 527113 W: www.peterjacksoncabinets.co.uk E: info@peterjacksoncabinets.co.uk

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LINCOLNSHIRE GARDENS

With Fronds Like These The lush green borders of Neil Timm’s garden at Binbrook have been 350,000,000 years in the making. That’s because his fern nursery has several acres and several hundred varieties of ferns, many of which are among the species of flora which date back to the Carboniferous era...

Words & Images: Rob Davis.

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LINCOLNSHIRE GARDENS

THIS MONTH there’s a chance to enjoy a firm favourite, or rather a fern favourite, among local gardeners near Market Rasen. Curated

by Neil Timm, The Fern Nursery is located at Binbrook, and unlike other gardens in midsummer, the emphasis is on myriad shades of green, rather than the multicolour hues of roses, poppies and hydrangeas.

With lots of cover overhead, Neil’s plot on the chalky loams of the Wolds is refreshingly cool and shady, dappled with the odd shaft of sunlight peeping through tree canopies.

When Neil took ownership of the site nearly 30 years ago it was a weedy overgrown spot, but before then – since 1987 in fact – he has followed the family tradition and enjoyed a career in horticulture. The past three decades, though, have seen Neil create a place to show off and sell the ferns in which he specialises, and his site comprises of the garden itself as well as seven nursery polytunnels.

Despite his acidic soil – conventionally thought to be less suitable for growing ferns – in the last 15 years The Fern Nursery has exhibited ferns at a number of shows, gaining several gold medals and silver gilt, plus two Best in Show.

“Growing ferns began mainly as a personal interest. Until a few decades ago, ferns were very much neglected as garden plants, and I felt that it was time for a revival of interest in their growing since they are such useful, easy and trouble-free garden plants. My interest in natural history and wildlife meant that I was

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IN THE GARDEN IN AUGUST...

Jobs to complete and a guide to planting in the summer months

n Top up the ponds: Top up ponds and bird baths to keep them flowing, and if water levels are a little low, now might be the time to embark on a bit of cleaning and maintenance. n Dead-heading: It’s a good idea to dead-head bedding plants, perennials, and lilies to encourage them to flower in the autumn or to prevent self-seeding. Wisteria, penstemon and lavender should also be kept trimmed. n Pruning: Prune climbing roses and rambling roses, and cut back faded perennials to keep everything looking nice and neat. n The wildflower garden: Mow some paths through your wildflower lawn to create walk-throughs and to help distribute seeds to encourage more flowers to grow. n The vegetable garden: Cut back herbs and enjoy harvesting tomatoes for healthy midsummer salads. Feed tomato plants with fertiliser.

Harvest beans, maincrop potatoes, spring-sown carrots and beetroot. Water fruit and veg plants daily. n The greenhouse: Damp down the greenhouse daily to increase humidity. Clear up any litter to keep the dust down and ventilate the greenhouse on really warm days. n Other jobs: Hedges can have a final trim before autumn.

Lawns may look brown but will recover with a quick water or a summer shower. Because lawns tend not to grow at this time of year, raise the lawnmower blades to prevent scalping and neaten up any edges which have down awry. n Get the camera out: As well as providing you with photos when your garden is at its best, getting the camera out at this time of year will also help to publicise any NGS openings next year and will provide you with a record of how each area looks, helping you to plan borders for next year.

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LINCOLNSHIRE GARDENS

“Inducted into the British Pteridological Society and a member of the Lincolnshire branch of the Hardy Plant Society, Neil is the author of his authoritative book Ferns...”

bound to fall in love with any group of plants which are so evocative of wilderness, and so good at bringing the mood of the wilderness into the garden.”

“As time went on, fern growing soon became a major part of my business as well as an enthusiasm, and in 1992 the move here enabled it to become the main occupation.

I’ve created a fern nursery with natural streams, water features, ponds, rock features and woodland as well as more formal flower borders and raised beds.”

Inducted into the British Pteridological Society and a member of the Lincolnshire branch of the Hardy Plant Society, Neil is also the author of several books, including his guide, Ferns, the second edition of which was published in 2017.

Anticipating semi-retirement, Neil intends to take fewer garden commissions and instead develop the garden further. Before that though, there’s small matter of a NGS open day this August.

A tour around the garden for the NGS affords visitors the chance to enjoy the pathways which snake through the garden, and past its rock features, acid beds, sheltered winter gardens and its seating areas, each of which are strategically positioned to provide the best vistas of the many different shades of green that the several hundred different varieties of ferns provide.

“People always seem to love the romance of what is basically a wild natural type of garden and are usually surprised to find such a large garden, a nursery and the village bowling green, behind a bungalow on a main street with a small street frontage. So much so, that we are often told that we should change the name to the ‘secret garden.’”

Secrets are, of course, best when shared, and so we’re happy to refrain from keeping the garden to ourselves. If you’re looking for an enjoyable afternoon which will provide some garden inspiration, Neil’s Fern Nursery is a definite recommended visit this month. n The Fern Nursery is based on Grimsby Road, Binbrook L8 6DH. Call 01472 398092, or see www.fernnursery.co.uk. The nursery is open for the NGS on Sunday 1st August from 10am-4pm.

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Open the door to low carbon living New windows and doors can contribute to reducing your annual energy bills to meet the needs of a low carbon economy…

The high demand for double glazing sales, in the late 1970s and through the 80s, was driven by poorly maintained windows and doors that were installed in the post-war building boom.

The motivation for a purchase was usually driven by the increase in home ownership and the deterioration of the existing windows, which were single-glazed wood or steel framed, drafty and kept little heat in the house. ‘Keeping up with the neighbours’ was also a significant driver, with little thought other than the added insulation from double glazing was evident.

Aluminium was the first material used for frames by double glazing firms and drove sales prior to uPVC, which by the end of the last century was the dominant material. Latterly, improvements in the development of engineered timber components have made wood a more suitable material for the frame, providing greater life expectancy; a 65-years life cycle, according to analysis.

Other key benefits of installing timber windows include greater security, thermal and sound insulation qualities, and the ability to meet conservation requirements.

Today, the world has moved on and we now must face up to the changing climate, cost and replacement of fossil fuels and the need to conserve energy. We are being told every day how to insulate our houses, reduce our energy bills and prepare for the future by recognising the changes being made in the Building Regulations and Codes of Practice documents. We are already striving to meet the challenges of a zero-carbon economy.

On the back of this awareness, global warming means reducing our carbon footprint is all important. For housing the goal had been determined by the Government under the ‘Code for Sustainable Homes’ (CSH) that by 2016

all new housing being built will be Zero Carbon, this means that any energy consumed in the process and the ongoing running must be offset by carbon gains and renewable energy resources. There was doubt that this was ever achieved given the decision by the government to drop adherence to the Code and Green Deals.

Most manufacturers of building products have been working on new product areas and development to tap into this growing demand. It’s not surprising then, that the leading quality brands in the window and door market, offered by the New Window Company, are at the forefront of this technology.

Flush cottage-style and lipped storm-proof casements, sliding sashes for contemporary and heritage houses plus a full range of performance doorsets are available, to suit all the styles our customers seek. A deposit guarantee scheme is available and a fully-trained competent team of fitters will install your new windows and doors and take away the old ones for recycling. All designs are available from the New Window Company Ltd., with large showrooms at Frieston Heath near Grantham.

Today’s windows have been tested and assessed by the BFRC (British Fenestration Energy Rating Council) and have an energy rated label, just like a fridge.

Windows and doors in all materials are offered by The New Window Company and are rated from C to A+.

The windows are also tested to the very latest security performance standards to the latest building regulations ‘Part Q’ and will gain extra credit for even better performance. One thing for certain; you can get modern windows and doors now that are built to satisfy the future energy efficiency standards. So, not only will you be helping to keep your energy costs down, but you will also add considerably to the value of your property. n

Find Out More: New Window Company is based at Elms Farm, The Old Barn, Frieston Heath Lane, Grantham NG32 3HD. For a free no obligation discussion about your property’s needs call 01400 272538 or see www.new-window.co.uk.

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4 Seasons Outdoor Sussex 6 Seat Oval Dining Set with Parasol & Base: Includes six comfortable dining armchairs, an elegant glass-topped oval table and a large 3m parasol and base (not shown), all in Polyloom Pebble and Riviera Charcoal, £2,399 (RRP £2,987.99).

4 Seasons Outdoor Scandic Dining Set: Dine or relax in style with this modern bistro set for two from the Scandic range. Lightweight, strong and extremely comfortable, £599 (RRP £857).

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OUTDOOR LIVING

Weber Compact Kettle Grill 47cm charcoal BBQ ideal for smaller terraces, £94.99 (RRP £105).

Kamado Joe Classic II Premium ceramic charcoal grill with lots of cooking space £1,499.

Weber Spirit EPX-325S Gas Grill Real-time food monitoring with smart alerts when food is ready £949 (RRP £1,049).

SUMMER COMFORT at GATES Barbecues, accessories and outdoor furnishings to ensure your summer is warm and comfortable...

Sussex Four Seat Dining Set Round table dining set with parasol and base, £1,699 (RRP £2,173.99).

Each of our featured products are available from Gates Garden Centre, Cold Overton, LE15 7QB. Call 01664 454309 or see www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk.

Sky Blue Outdoor Cushion Machine washable, showerproof, 45cm x 45cm £17.99 (RRP £23).

Seville Rope Table Can be used as a table, planter or ice bucket, £69.99.

MSpa Delight Hot Tub Inflatable, portable, with anti-icing, £699 (four seat); £799 (six seat).

Plain Jane Fire Pit 60cm, 70cm or 80cm, with BBQ rack, from £289-£379.

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WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR

A Collection of

NATURE This month The Collection in Lincoln will host the world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year, featuring stunning images of the natural world...

Lead Image: Chick with a Chance, Filip Niziolek.

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Treetop Douc Arshdeep Singh.

A world-renowned exhibition, on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, will open at The Collection Museum this month, featuring exceptional images which capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breath-taking diversity of the natural world.

Using photography’s unique emotive power to engage and inspire audiences, the images shine a light on stories and species around the world and encourage a future of advocating for the planet.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that showcases the natural world’s most astonishing and challenging sights for over 50 years.

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“There has never been a more vital time for audiences all over the world to re-engage with the natural world...”

Launching in 1965 and attracting 361 entries, today the competition receives over 49,000 entries from all over the world, highlighting its enduring appeal. This year’s award-winning images will embark on an international tour that will allow them to be seen by over a million people.

Dr Tim Littlewood, Executive Director of Science at the Natural History Museum and member of the judging panel.

“This competition has an outstanding reputation in attracting the world’s very best photographers, naturalists and young photographers.”

“But there has never been a more vital time for audiences all over the world to re-engage with the natural world, and what better way than this inspiring and provocative exhibition.”

“Photography’s unique ability to spark conversation and curiosity is certainly special.”

“We hope that this year's exhibition will provide an opportunity for audiences to pause, reflect and ignite a passion of advocating for the natural world.” n

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The Perfect Catch Hannah Vijayan, age 15-17 category.

Jelly Nanny, Songda Cai.

Tiger by Sergey Gorshkov.

Life in the Balance Jaime Culebras.

The City with

The Collection Etna’s River of Fire Luciano Gaudenzio.

Night Hunter Jonas Classon.

The name ‘The Collection’ has only been in existence since 2005, when Lincoln’s City & County Museum merged with the Usher Gallery and moved to its current home on Danes Terrace.

Find Out More: The Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition will be on show at The Collection in Lincoln, open now until 19th September 2021. £6/adult; £5/concession; £4/age 16 or under.

Visit the museum on Danes Terrace, Lincoln LN2 1LP. Call 01522 782040 or see www.thecollectionmuseum.com. n

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WEDDINGS

Our Beacon of Light The wedding day of Steven & Sarah was something to look forward to, amid Sarah’s work looking after poorly people during Covid and Steven’s very busy career with the Red Bull Formula One racing team. This is the story of love in the fast lane!

Wedding Photographer: Gina Fernandes Photography, www.ginafernandesphotography.co.uk.

“IT WAS A SORT OF BEACON OF LIGHT,” say Sarah and Steven Nash. “The thought of enjoying our wedding day very much kept us going through the past year or two.”

Sarah was born and raised just about on the Leicestershire border, whilst Steven is a Bristolian. The two met when they were studying at the University of Brighton and have been together for just over a decade.

WEDDING SUPPLIERS STEVEN & SARAH

Sarah took a job as a respiratory physiotherapist – rehabilitating those with breathing difficulties – and has therefore been very much on the frontline of the battle against Covid. Steven, meanwhile, works with the Red Bull Formula One racing team and travels abroad frequently to coordinate the team’s digital marketing and media activities.

“We held our ceremony in the orangery, which was really light and beautiful.

Even though the guest list had been cut down, initially to 30 and then to just 15, it still felt full.”

“We held the reception in the venue’s library, and used the grounds for our photos, so it was perfect – a complete wedding venue.”

During his recovery, Sarah joined him on a trip to Texas to enjoy a road trip, and it was there that Steven decided to pop the question.

Wedding Ceremony & Reception: Stoke Rochford Hall, 01476 530337, www.stokerochfordhall.co.uk.

“Since then she’s worked so hard, especially during Covid and it’s really given us something to look forward to.”

Wedding Dress: www.monsoon.co.uk.

“The original plan was to marry with a fairly large number of friends and family but as restrictions continued we felt it was important that we adhered to all of the guidance and kept everyone safe.”

Wedding Cake: Lily & Honey Bakery www.lilyandhoneybakery.co.uk.

“The wedding venue is usually the first thing that couples book, but in our case, the

“As it turned out though, it was a stroke of serendipity. We had a look around Grantham’s Stoke Rochford Hall, phoning up on Thursday and booking an appointment to view it on Saturday. Immediately we fell in love with the place, it was so beautiful with stunning grounds.”

“The team were really amazing too, so helpful, doing everything they could to accommodate us even at relatively short notice. We’d definitely recommend the place as a venue for anyone planning to marry.”

On one visit to South America to cover the Mexican Grand Prix, Steven and his friend found themselves in the wrestling ring having a few larks which resulted in a bad injury to his back.

“I made her wait a little bit for an engagement, but I was quite proud to be able to drop down on one knee,” says Steven.

last-minute venue change just a couple of months before the day itself necessitated a rapid rethink of our plans.”

Wedding Floristry: Paisley Flower Co, Rutland, 07789 153383, www.paisleyflower.co.uk.

Wedding Rings: Heidi Kjeldsen, 01572 722666, heidikjeldsen.co.uk. n

“It was important to us that we used as many local wedding suppliers as possible, as we wanted to support local businesses, and that proved to be a good idea because when our plans changed they were so accommodating – we think that just proves why people should shop locally.”

“Our wedding florist was Vicki McDavid of Paisley Flower Co, based in Rutland. Sarah really loves flowers and this element of the day was really important to her. Vicki provided mood boards, she was so creative and she contributed ideas without being overbearing, it was lovely to work with someone with such talent.” >> 105

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WEDDINGS

“We were really lucky with the local suppliers that we have and the support of our family... it was a lovely day!” >> “Our wedding cake artists were Nicole and Robert of our local bakery, Lily & Honey Bakery. We buy bread and cakes from there each week and they provided a really wonderful two-tier Victoria sponge and chocolate semi-naked cake.”

“Gina, our photographer, was the best we could every hope for; we’re thrilled with the images she’s taken of us, and the way she captured the day. And Helen, our hair stylist, is a friend of Sarah’s sister Katherine.

She travelled down from Manchester – where she’s based... on her birthday!”

“It really was an amazing day and one of the best memories we’ll have is the fact that Sarah’s grandfather, Patrick, was there to see us marry. Sadly he’s since died, so it means a lot to us to have that memory of him being there with us on the day.”

“We were really lucky with the local suppliers that we have and with the love and support of our family; it was a lovely day.

We enjoyed every single second of it!” n Wedding Photographer: Gina Fernandes Photography, www.gina fernandesphotography.co.uk.

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SUMMER FASHION

SMOOTH as

SILK Local designer Clare Haggas creates beautiful silk scarves with motifs inspired by nature and created using original artwork...

This Page: Hold Your Horses monochrome in dove grey and gold, large square 100cm x 100cm, £195.

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Best in Show, classic scarf 153cm x 43cm £99.

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Birds of a Feather in teal, large square scarf 100cm x 100cm, £175.

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Best in Show, classic scarf, 153cm x 43cm, £99.

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Birds of a Feather in russet, large square scarf 100cm x 100cm, £175.

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Top/Left: Hold Your Horses monochrome in pale pink and gold, large square £195. Top/Right: George and Friends narrow scarf 30cm x 100cm £69.

Bottom/Left: Birds of a Feather in royal blue, large square £175. Bottom/Right: Best in Show in coffee and navy, classic scarf 153cm x 43cm £99.

Available exclusively through local designer Clare Haggas, 07943 502756 or see www.clarehaggas.com.

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SUMMER COSMETICS

A Midsummer Night’s Dream NEW COSMETICS, PERFUMES AND LUXURY ITEMS IDEAL FOR MIDSUMMER NIGHTS

1. Enjoy a voyage of discovery with Hermès...

Voyage d'Hermès is a brand new fragrance from one of the world’s most well-respected brands, available at the fragrance concessions of John Lewis. It’s composed of woody notes and a musky scent which, the brand claims, is ‘lively, reassuring and generous, between warmth and intensity.’

Hermes was established in 1837 and now has annual revenues of over €6bn. £110/100ml.

2. Sheer luxury for lips...

Mac is our go-to lip colour thanks to its creamy rich formula which provides a no-shine finish and a wide palette of colours. Shown here is Natural Born Leader, one of 20 different shades. Works best in conjunction with one of the brand’s lip brushes, £17.50/3g.

3. Enjoy restful sleep...

5. Hygiene for hands in a post pandemic world Diptyque’s rinse-free hand wash is ideal for maintaining hygiene in a post-pandemic world assuming – as is the case when we write this in early June – the world will begin to return to some kind of normality.

Requires no water, uses saponaria to cleanse, peach for fragrance and almond oil to moisturise, leaving skin feeling soft to the touch, £24, 45ml.

6. Essential summer skincare from Lancôme Lancôme has grouped together these summer skincare essentials, with Génifique serum for post-toner use, Light Pearl Eye Cream, and Day Cream. Includes Hypnôse mascara and night cream too, £83.50.

Cowshed presents its aromatherapy solution for those warm summer nights when you’re struggling to drift off to sleep. St John’s Wort, lemon myrtle and other extracts ensure a restful night sleep with just a quick spritz onto your pillow! £32/250ml.

4. So Nera, so far...

Crema Nera is the new nourishing face cream from Armani designed, the PR blurb states, to reduce the signs of ageing and refine skin texture. Utilises plant extracts and minerals, £340/50ml.

n All our beauty products are available from local independent stockists unless otherwise stated, please note that prices stated are RRP and may vary.

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HOLISTIC HEALTH

It’s OK to not be OK As you negotiate the menopause, the physical and emotional symptoms can sometimes seem overwhelming, but with help and support from Ali Hutchinson, you’ll gain practical tips and advice... not least the reassurance that sometimes, it’s OK not to be OK! Words: Ali Hutchinson. Image: Dorte Kjaerulff Photography.

ONE OF THE BIGGEST THINGS that Davina McCalls’s appearance on Channel 4, talking about menopause, has had is to open up a dialogue to enable women to talk about what’s ‘normal.’ One of the most common questions I hear when working with perimenopause and menopausal clients is ‘am I going mad?’ It’s safe to say... you’re not!

As we go through perimenopause and into menopause we may all experience profound changes and often find it hard to cope, yet putting on a brave face is what we’ve been conditioned to do. Sometimes we have to admit we’re not OK, and that’s when the healing starts.

The last 18 months have been tough. You’ve seen less of the people you love and can’t do a lot of the things that make you happy.

Throw menopausal symptoms into the mix and things can easily spiral downwards leaving you feeling overwhelmed. Low mood and mood swings are common symptoms of menopause.

Don’t mask the feelings...

So often we mask our feelings with busyness but tapping into how you feel and paying attention to this is sometimes the first step on the road to feeling better. Don’t let low mood, stress and anxiety creep up on you until it shows up as a full on crisis.

Once your bucket is full of stress the tiniest pebble thrown in will have the flood gates opening and a full-on crash ensuing. Take moments of check in with yourself every day and acknowledge what it is that you’re feeling. You may find it useful to create a chart that helps you assess where you are

and also plot how your mood ebbs and flows with your monthly cycle. I find most women still follow a monthly cycle – emotionally if not physically – and understanding this can really shed a light on low moods, headaches and other symptoms of menopause.

The Warning Signs

It’s important to recognise the ‘warning signs’ of this. Everyone reacts differently to feeling down, stressed or worried. Figure out what is normal for you. For instance, do you usually feel tired, emotional and tearful?

Do you stop doing the things you enjoy?

Does your concentration slip or do you experience brain fog? Might you feel restless or agitated? Do you find it hard to manage every-day tasks or depend on alcohol to unwind at night a little more?

Some of these will be familiar but if you are experiencing them more than usual it’s worth noting them and seeking help if you need it. I’m always here to talk or join one of my menopause drop in clinics where you will meet other women experiencing similar symptoms.

Ways to help yourself

Firstly, give your body the best chance to feel better by boosting some key aspects of menopausal health. If you show signs and symptoms of being perimenopausal or menopausal speak to a GP about getting your hormone levels checked.

Next is nutrition. As tempting as it is to comfort eat when you’re feeling down, overwhelmed or stressed, a more balanced diet will serve you better. There’s a close relationship between what’s happening in your gut and how your brain functions.

A diet rich in vegetables, that’s low in sugar, salt, fast or processed foods, but rich in calcium, vitamin D and pre- and probiotics will help your gut and general health, as well as boost your energy levels and mood.

Talk to me if you need help or advice, I work with individual clients to create meal plans that work for them and their family and have a variety of recipes on my blog.

Finally, sleep is essential, so try and get 7-8 hours a night; a consistent bedtime routine can really help you sleep and therefore feel better. If disturbed sleep or night sweats are a problem, I have some simple tools you can try.

Daily things to help

Connect with people – even if it’s just over the phone; a chat with good friends or family can lift the spirits, make you laugh and help you feel a little less alone. It’s important, too, to talk about your feelings – open up with a trusted friend or family member and let the ‘I’m fine’ mask slip... you’ll often find a much brighter perspective as a result.

Set a routine too. Having a plan for your day can help you feel grounded when everything feels uncertain. Stick to set times to eat, sleep and exercise, and use these as anchors throughout your day.

Make time for things you enjoy or add meditation or mindful exercises that focus on your breathing or relaxing your muscles into your daily routine. Check out my online meditations via my blog or join one of my free classes or cacao ceremonies online or in person.

And above all else, remember that you are not alone – reach out to a friend or professional if you need help. n

Find Out More: If you’re struggling with perimenopause or menopause, experiencing gut issues, or need support with energy levels, weight loss or weight management I’m here to help. Book a free call via my blog www.ali-hutchinson.co.uk or email hello@ali-hutchinson.co.uk or call to find out how I could help you on the path to a brighter future: 07973 843020.

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UX APPEAL Historically Lexus has been a keen advocate of self-charging hybrid vehicles. Its new UX300e model, though, is the brand’s first dedicated electric vehicle... and it’s nothing short of brilliant!

Words: Rob Davis.

THANKS TO LOCKDOWN, many things were put on the back burner or went almost unnoticed. New car launches, for example, were a more muted affair for car dealerships.

And for that reason you might have missed the launch of Lexus’s UX300e.

It arrived with a whisper in every sense because not only did the launch of Lexus’s first all-electric model occur when dealerships were unable to welcome crowds into their showroom, but this 150kW five seater is also whisper-quiet as it glides around the streets of Lincoln.

Lexus has long been an advocate of selfcharging powertrains, but this is the first model powered entirely by volts. Looking a little more closely at the UX300e, it might

look quite conventional. It’s smart, certainly, but unlike the BMW i3 or Ford Mustang Mach-E, there’s nothing too gratuitously different or aggressive about its styling.

Up close it’s a good-looking car, and there’s a much broader paint palette to choose from beyond the usual 50 shades of silver, as well as five interior colours.

Speaking of what’s happening in the cabin, the good news continues with five decent-sized seats and a boot of 367 litres.

For context, a petrol or diesel Ford Focus offers 340 litres, and we make a point of mentioning that because sometimes boot space is compromised in an electric car because that’s where the batteries and motors are usually shoved. Not in this case though! >>

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>> The good news continues, too, when you consider the UX300e’s price and the standard kit list. There are three trim levels, with prices of £43,900, £47,400 and £53,500 respectively.

Performance? That’s brisk too, as you’d expect from the instant power that comes from an electric drivetrain. 60mph is reached in 7.5 seconds for safe overtaking, and the car is limited to 99mph.

That’s cheaper than a Volvo XC40 Recharge and on a par with the Mustang Mach-E. As standard, Lexus throws in adaptive cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, electrically adjustable seats, navigation and mobile connectivity. We think it’s worth stumping up for the Premium Plus pack, to gain leather seats with heating front and rear, a heated steering wheel, keyless entry and wireless smartphone charging.

So far then, it’s all good. Stylish, spacious, well-equipped with good performance.

The real kicker, though, is the fact that Lexus consistently ranks top in every driver satisfaction and reliability survey conducted

by Auto Express, What Car? and others.

Top spec Takumi models also add a 360° camera, sunroof, and Mark Levinson stereo.

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Each UX300e shares the same 150kW motor, charging in as little as 52 minutes from a DC charger. The UX’s range is a usable 190 miles. Naturally being all-electric, no CO2 is emitted, meaning company car drivers are taxed just 1% BIK, and the car falls into the cheapest A-band for VED.

Lexus is, by reputation, one of the easiest and most rewarding car brands to live with on a day to day basis, and the UX is a perfect example of why. If you’re looking for a practical, luxurious car ideal for A-roads and cities alike, it’s easy to recommend it. n

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Three Pronged Attack: Three electric executives...

Jaguar I-Pace S £65,245: There’s a premium to be paid even for the entry-level I-Pace which isn’t as well-equipped as Lexus’s UX300e. The 90kWh battery provides a powerful 400PS and a range of 292 miles, which is formidable. 60mph is reached in four and a half seconds and the car tops out at 124mph. Standard kit includes heated leather seats, cruise and climate but you’ll need to dig into the options list of move up the range to match the adaptive cruise and other features of the Lexus. n

Tesla Model 3 RWD £43,490: For a relatively new car brand, Tesla has certainly gained traction in the industry.

The Model 3 is the smallest in the range and is comparable to a Ford Focus in size. Its 278 mile range, top speed of 140mph and 0-60mph time of 5.3 seconds are all healthy, but buyers are still likely to be wary of the lack of dealerships in the UK and by the new brand’s as yet unproven record for reliability. Lexus, meanwhile, tops customer satisfaction and reliability surveys and has a move conventional car-like interior compared to the Tesla’s ergonomically unusual ultra-minimalist interior. n

LEXUS UX300 PREMIUM PLUS Price: £47,400 (on sale now).

Powertrain: 150kW, 300Nm torque, with lithium ion batteries.

Performance: 0-62 mph: 7.5 seconds. Top Speed: 99mph.

Electric range of 196 miles.

Equipment: Heated, ventilated, leather seats, keyless entry, wireless smartphone charging. n Lexus Lincoln, 01522 844179, www.lexus.co.uk/centres/lincoln.

Nissan Leaf E+ Tekna £32,445: Nissan was one of the first to market with their all-electric Leaf and this is its second generation. In this flagship trim it provides 239 miles of range, 60mph in 6.9 seconds and 217PS. It’s well-equipped but feels like the budget choice against the Lexus with its brand appeal and polished cabin and through its cars are British made, Nissan still doesn’t counter Lexus’s position at the top of reliability and customer satisfaction surveys – the brand achieved a 98.7% reliability scope in the What Car? awards. n

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SPORT Bentley has given its large SUV a more dynamic presence and the result of the sporting makeover is the Bentayga S. The sporty V8 model sits below the firm’s Speed model and is set to go head-to-head with Range Rover’s Autobiography Dynamic...

Words: Rob Davis.

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SIX FIGURE FLAGSHIPS are now common among manufacturers of large SUVs. Range Rover has its Autobiography, Benz has its AMG-spec GLS and now Bentley has this: The Bentayga S. It sits below the Bentayga Speed in the range, and whilst the latter has a W12 engine – with 6.0 litres and twin turbos yielding a hulking 900Nm torque – the S, by contrast, has a more modest powerplant... at least, relatively speaking.

With four litres of displacement, eight cylinders and 770Nm torque, there’s still plenty of grunt to spare and it’s still good to reach 60mph in 4.4 seconds and 180mph on a closed track.

In fact, if Bentley’s Continental GT is anything to go by, the weight loss with the smaller, AMG-sourced engine may actually be the better option, making the car more nimble and improving the handling of the Bentayga S as a result.

Unlike the W12 Speed, the V8 S is also more explicitly sporty in its styling. Dark tint headlights, black brightware, and a new part-Alcantara interior with red highlights plus 22” wheels provide a more muscular look. Meanwhile, bespoke sports tuned suspension and the inclusion of Bentley’s 48v Dynamic Ride system also provides satisfying dynamic precision, too.

The Bentayga remains adept at handling rutted roads and country lanes, and there are different terrain settings. In theory it’ll wade through half a metre of water... although it’s unlikely you’ll take it far from its comfort zone, on motorways and A-roads.

Bentley’s sector-defining and marketleading luxury SUV is available in four, five or seven seat configurations, and since it entered the market in 2016, more than 25,000 customers have taken delivery of a Bentayga... the S only looks set to built upon the company’s success with its first SUV.

BENTLEY BENTAYGA S

Price: £179,900.

Engine: 4.0 litre twin turbo V8.

Performance: 60mph in 4.5 seconds, 180mph.

Equipment: Air suspension, four terrain modes, Alcantara upholstery, 48v Bentley Dynamic Ride system. n

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More to the Morgan MODEL UPDATES OFFER BUYERS EVEN MORE SPEC AND GREATER COMFORT

D-Max pick-up of the year for farmers and landowners...

Isuzu’s D-Max has been named pick-up truck of the year by 4x4 magazine and, separately, it has been awarded the maximum five-stars in the Euro NCAP safety awards.

In our part of the country, farmers, property developers and estate managers all value the practicality of a pick-up truck, and the new D-Max can be equipped with heated leather seats, adaptive cruise control, navigation, mobile connectivity providing a blend of civilisation and practicality, from £21,000-£31,000. n ISUZU

MORGAN Few people choose to put a Morgan on their drive for practical reasons, but now the Great British brand’s Plus Four and Plus Six models are a little easier to live with thanks to a number of 2022 model year improvements.

The new model features a n all new hood for greater weatherproofing, all new seats for greater comfort plus the addition of USB ports for

connecting mobile devices, enabling music and navigation.

The standard-fit Comfort seat has lumbar support whilst the Comfort Plus version has chunkier side and thigh boosters for better lateral support.

A new lighting package provides better cabin illumination whilst the USB ports incorporate Bluetooth functionality to add at least something modern to the driving experience. n

New Bugatti’s £2.7m price tag JUST 300 EXAMPLES OF BUGATTI’S CHIRON SUPER SPORT WILL BE MADE, EACH WITH AN EYE-WATERING PRICE TAG

MOTORING

NEWS In Brief

MOST RELIABLE CARS

WHAT CAR? NAMES 2021’S MOST RELIABLE CAR BRANDS FROM READER SURVEY

What Car? magazine has named the UK’s most reliable car brand after surveying 13,000 car owners who have suffered faults with their vehicles over the past 12 months. The survey included information from 178 models and 31 different car brands.

The UK’s 10 Most Reliable Car Brands: 10. BMW: 95.2% reliability rating. =9. Mazda: 95.2% reliability rating.

8. Honda: 95.3% reliability rating.

7. Kia: 95.9% reliability rating.

6. Hyundai 96.3% reliability rating.

If you’re sufficiently well-heeled, if you value exclusivity and if you’re in a hurry, good news. Bugatti will make just 300 examples of its new limited edition Chiron Super Sport model, each with a price tag of £2.7m.

The cars will utilise an 8.0 litre W12 engine and two enormous turbochargers to yield 1,578bhp and 1,600Nm torque, providing enough grunt to shift the thing to 124mph in 5.8 seconds.

The car’s top speed? You’ll need a trip to the Nürburgring to get close; the Chiron will do 273mph flat out... and 60mph is reached in just two seconds. n BUGATTI

5. Skoda: 96.4% reliability rating.

4. Mini: 96.8% reliability rating.

3. Toyota: 97.7% reliability rating.

2. Mitsubishi: 97.9% reliability rating.

1. Lexus: 98.7% reliability rating.

The UK’s 10 Least Reliable Car Brands: 3. Tesla: 88.6% reliability rating.

2. Renault: 87.6% reliability rating.

1. Land Rover: 78.2% reliability rating.

Source: What Car?, 3rd June 2021.

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Image created by: Peter Lorimer, Pighill Illustration.

Words: Dr Jonathan Clark.

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PICTURE THIS

Lincoln Castle in the C12th...

WHAT DID LINCOLN CASTLE LOOK LIKE IN THE 12TH CENTURY? PETER LORIMER HAS BROUGHT IT TO LIFE WITH A NEW 3D RENDER LINCOLN A virtual 3D reconstruction of Lincoln Castle as it may have looked in the late 12th-century has been completed

by Peter Lorimer, Pighill Illustration in collaboration with FAS Heritage.

“The reconstruction was funded by the Castle Studies Trust and made possible through 15 years of archaeological research for the Lincoln Castle Revealed project. The project consisted of a £22m repair and restoration programme to conserve the site and renew the visitor experience funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Lincolnshire County Council and the ERDF.”

“Evidence for a lost south gate – to match east and west gates – was found; along with a reappraisal of the early form of the Lucy Tower shell keep. The project provided information about a former southern enclosure, abandoned, probably by the early 13th century, when the castle contracted to its current size.”

“It was the culmination of this intense century of development, arrived at by the late 12th century that was selected for the digital reconstruction,” says Dr Jonathan Clarke of FAS Heritage. n For more information see www.castlestudiestrust.org.

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