Heritage Archive
(February 2023)

20 February 2023

Dark to light, then dark again

Banjo can’t settle – never settles – barks every second, growls into space, looks beyond corners with Wilko Johnson eyes… By Maxim Griffin. Vet says it’s time – Banjo’s almost 15, not bad at all for a Springer, but he’s becoming weird – snapping – he didn’t break the skin, but y’know – there are Read more…

Caistor set for funding boost

Melanie Burton looks at how new funding grants are contributing to regeneration plans in and around this historic town. Once a Roman fortress, the charming town of Caistor, which nestles on the hillside along the Viking Way in the Lincolnshire Wolds, has something to suit everyone whether it be walking, shopping, rambling or socialising. It Read more…

Young voices on song

The Scunthorpe Co-operative Junior Choir is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, with a commemorative gala concert this month. Barbara Young looks back at its achievements. Founded 100 years ago, the Scunthorpe Co-operative Junior Choir has long been recognised for growing musical talent over the years, with an impressive list of successful graduates who have been Read more…

Finest regimental uniforms on parade

The MC Tsen Uniform Collection is on long-term loan to Doddington Hall. James Birch invited Caroline Bingham to view the stunning exhibits which are testament to one man’s passion for military history and craftsmanship. Visitors to the Hall will be familiar with the modern barn, close to the lower car park, which houses the Doddington Read more…

A town with hidden depths

Horncastle is a popular stopping-off place for travellers keen to break their journeys to and from the county’s bustling coastal resorts, and many are surprised when they discover unexpected treasures. By Glynis Fox. The Lincolnshire Wolds market town plays an important role in providing the surrounding rural and farming communities with a wide range of Read more…

17 February 2023

City with a special magnetism

Bursting with a wealth of history alongside fantastic shopping, entertainment and eating out opportunities, Lincoln sees no let-up in its power to tempt rising numbers of visitors, as Glynis Fox discovers. After an amazing festive season, which saw the return of the world-famous Lincoln Christmas Market, it is clear that the city has lost none Read more…

Taking a path from fashion to flowers

Kate Chapman meets artisan grower Fiona Paxton, owner of Pulvertoft Flowers which supplies more than 40 different varieties of beautiful blooms. A move to the countryside has led to a blooming new career for Fiona Paxton, who after working in the fashion industry for 25 years has established her own artisan flower farm, supplying florists Read more…