Heritage Archive
(July 2026)

16 July 2026

Church

By Maxim Griffin. Still hot – approaching midsummer – holiday people are milling around outside the big church – a discussion is underway as to where to go for lunch – the pub 100 yards west is considered too posh and that place they went on Thursday did lasagna and chips for a more than Read more…

The aviary of England

Colin Smale explores the history and changing landscape of birdlife in Lincolnshire. Once proudly known as ‘The Aviary of England’, Lincolnshire held a reputation that today has all but faded from popular memory. The title was not poetic exaggeration. It reflected a county whose vast skies, reedy wetlands, open heaths and meandering coastlines supported an Read more…

Historic city with a modern outlook

Lincoln has come a long way over the past 20 years and today it can rightfully claim to offer something for everyone. The city is a magnet for lovers of retail therapy and is seen as a safe place for students keen to study for a degree. It offers opportunities for people wanting to work Read more…

To the limit and beyond

Michael Cowton delves into the world of local TV personality and former motorbike racer Guy Martin. Welcome to the world of Guy Martin. That is if you dare. Because this man is an enigma. I say that because he defies easy explanation. Watch him on television, and you will grasp this reality, because his mind Read more…

Bustling Brigg

The historic market town of Brigg in North Lincolnshire is known for its cobbled streets, Georgian architecture and a variety of unique boutiques, antique shops and specialist stores. With its compact layout and plenty of cafés, pubs and tearooms to enjoy taking a pause, this popular market town is ideal for leisurely exploration. Having visited Read more…