Heritage Archive
(April 2026)

17 April 2026

Month

By Maxim Griffin. Been a bit of a month – a bit of a year – plans changed, the unexpected occurred – uncertainty and injury, illness, pain – dealing with fools, area managers, middlemen – a saga – there was supposed to be a big hike but life had other ideas – still, our observations Read more…

Songs for life

Classical singer Elaine Huckle’s successful and vibrant career is testament to her talent, dedication and willpower, as Kate Chapman finds out. A lifetime of singing and music has brought Elaine Huckle great joy. As well as entertaining audiences, she has used her talents to fundraise and give back to those who’ve helped and supported her Read more…

And the band played on…

Dating back to Victorian times, bandstands were once found in many public parks throughout the county and today a few still remain. Dene Bebbington charts their history and heritage. Have you ever wondered what our Victorian ancestors did for leisure before the advent of radio and television, and why this question vexed their moralistic betters? Read more…

The call of spring

Colin Smale celebrates the arrival of the new season as the sights and sounds of local wildlife begin to make their mark. One spring morning you wake up and suddenly sense something different in the air. The quiet of winter has given way to a lively chorus; bird calls are now echoing from all directions. Read more…

Play it again

The passion for music on vinyl remains strong and as April sees the latest Record Store Day campaign, we caught up with the independent specialists around the county who are helping listeners make the most of their collections and promoting the joy of listening. By Yusef Sayed. It might have seemed unthinkable ten years ago, Read more…

A view from The Cliff

Whether you’re interested in local heritage, historic landmarks, community fun or supporting independent businesses, you’ll find something of interest in and around The Cliff Villages. The Cliff Villages are a collection of historic, scenic parishes sitting atop the Lincoln Edge (Cliff) escarpment running south of Lincoln and provide far-reaching views over the Witham Valley. Characterised by Read more…

Skylarks on song

Bill Meek charts the trend of this much-loved songbird, often found soaring around the skies of Lincolnshire. On a sunny day, the song of the skylark, with its unbroken cascade of glittering trills falling from the sky, is the very epitome of the Lincolnshire springtime; some might say an essential component of the farmed landscape Read more…

16 April 2026

Second chances

Kirsty Macdonald creates unique precious memory keepsakes for families made from cherished sentimental clothing. Interview by Kate Chapman. It’s an exciting time for former textiles teacher Kirsty Macdonald, who has stepped away from the classroom to focus on her own business – crafting keepsakes from treasured items of clothing. Handmade by Kirsty Louise was born Read more…