Heritage Archive
(May 2022)

25 May 2022

First cast

Barry Grantham recalls his introduction to the world of angling and looks at the opportunities available to youngsters in the county today. I first started fishing when I was very young, four years old. I used to ride in a seat on the back of my father’s bicycle. He was a keen carp angler and Read more…

Solvitur ambulando – It is solved by walking – June 2022

8th May – blue skies all along the way. By Maxim Griffin. May – early enough for a Sunday – the deep green is on us – the chlorophyll is way up – uncut grass goes from strength to strength – a thousand gulls sunning themselves – there’s a motor sound from somewhere – a Read more…

Saddle up for a bumper summer

With staycations now more popular than ever, towns and villages along Lincolnshire’s East Coast are preparing for their busiest season. By Melanie Burton. Overseas trips being out of reach during the pandemic meant spending on these kinds of holidays surged in 2021 to £2.7bn – nearly 80% more than in 2020 when lockdowns decimated travel Read more…

Life in the charming village back on track

Set amidst magnificent pine woods, the historic and picturesque Lincolnshire village of Woodhall Spa is known for its relaxing atmosphere. But there is much more to it than meets the eye, says Melanie Burton. It is a thriving village with a choice of everything from supermarkets, hardware stores and antique shops to restaurants, renowned hotels Read more…

Friends of art and artefacts for half a century

A group dedicated to supporting Lincoln’s heritage collections has recently celebrated its 50th anniversary and, as Kate Chapman learns, it is keen to welcome new members to help continue its work. The Friends of Lincoln Museums and Art Gallery (FLMAG) is run by volunteers to raise funds and provide support for The Collection Museum, The Read more…

Getting creative with clay

Michel and Heather Ducos, the artistic duo behind Alford Pottery, home of unique stoneware designs, discuss the background leading up to the pottery’s 50th anniversary this year with Barbara Young. With a distinctive design and unmistakable creative flair evident throughout its collection, the unique and timeless creations from Alford Pottery have long stood the test Read more…

20 May 2022

Summer in Lincolnshire

Celebrating Summer in Lincolnshire. AFTERNOON TEA TREATS WITH A TWISTRenowned for its five-star afternoon teas, the Garden Tea Room in North Hykeham offers visitors everything from breakfast to light bites and lunches. Owned and run by Jade Hawkins since 2017, this friendly and welcoming café specialises in award-winning afternoon teas, which are perfect for any Read more…

Sunnier outlook for Scunthorpe

Enterprise and innovation are helping to boost the prospects of the north Lincolnshire town following recent investments. By Melanie Burton. Scunthorpe is historically renowned as one of the largest steel processing centres in the UK, with the headquarters of British Steel firmly rooted in the town and steelworks that have been in existence for around Read more…