Heritage Archive
(February 2022)

22 February 2022

Funding brings further improvements to market town

With a history dating back to Roman times and its unique location, Caistor is often referred to as the ‘gem’ or ‘jewel’ of the Wolds. By Melanie Burton. It is one of the most important conservation areas in the whole of the West Lindsey district and is situated within easy reach of the Lincolnshire coast, Read more…

Solvitur ambulando – It is solved by walking – March 2022

5th February 2022 – a bit of light, a bit of dark. By Maxim Griffin. There are excavators on the high tide line – the sea must have been choppy the last few days, judging by the debris – an aftermath of driftwood, weird stuff that has been in the water long enough to bloat Read more…

Finding a voice through film

With her first feature film Lapwing receiving critical acclaim, screenwriter Laura Turner is proving a hot property in the worlds of both stage and screen. Barbara Young finds out what inspires her creative talents. As a powerful playwright, actor and screenwriter with 10 years’ experience, Laura Turner remains passionate about exploring what she describes as Read more…

Market town readies for busy months ahead

With just a few weeks to go until the reopening of Lincolnshire’s seaside resorts and its many tourist attractions, places like the historic town of Horncastle are preparing for an influx of visitors and an upturn in trade. By Melanie Burton. Known as the ‘gateway to the Lincolnshire Wolds’, Horncastle is surrounded by countryside which Read more…

Mindfulness of paper art

Her stunning artworks are made from paper – but Rowena Roberts’ pieces look like delicate lace. She tells Kate Chapman how her intricate designs have been inspired by the natural world and her love of magical themes. Using her well-honed cutting skills, Rowena can take a sheet of paper and transform it into a beautiful Read more…

Looking for a home

As we look forward to those warmer, longer days of spring some of us may be considering buying or even making bird boxes for our garden friends. But while we are making plans some of our birds are already hard at work building their own nests. Colin Smale shares his tips on giving the wildlife Read more…

18 February 2022

Keep on running!

Barbara Young meets The Woodhall Spa Steamers, a friendly local running group which aims to inspire members while supporting the local community. If you’re out and about in Woodhall Spa early on a Monday morning, look out for a dedicated group of runners wearing hi vis with smiles on their faces come rain or shine, Read more…

Schemes move forward at accelerated pace

Lincoln is making the most of its historical assets while ensuring the right infrastructure is in place for years to come – with projects aimed at boosting the local economy and attracting visitors being helped further by the easing of national restrictions. By Melanie Burton. With Covid restrictions being lifted, halted projects can be resumed, Read more…