Lifestyle Archive
(May 2011)

1 May 2011

For lovers of nature

Bridget Brown and Michael Partridge had spotted Glenrise at Old Somerby, near Grantham, long before it was placed on the market. With friends in the village, they had walked past it many a time and admired its sturdy 1950s architecture and its location on the edge of the village and surrounded by glorious Lincolnshire countryside. Read more…

Drama queens

Steffie Shields praises the theatrical qualities of peonies. If you think of your garden as a stage, where the four seasons provide a different act of a year’s production, sometimes you crave a star act. This month sees the vigorous spring chorus coming together in a riotous, rainbow crescendo in sunshine and in rain, that Read more…

Internet bidding

“Sold to the internet bidder” is fast becoming a regular feature at auctions. The internet now plays an important role in the sale of art, antiques and collectables. Auctioneers are not only able to place their catalogues online but can also offer prospective buyers the opportunity to bid in real time at the auction. The Read more…

Helicopter Ball 2011

The fourth Helicopter Ball in aid of the Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance was held at the Petwood Hotel, Woodhall Spa. Over 120 people enjoyed an excellent meal and were entertained by The New Chinchillas and The Motown Review. A total of £2063 was raised on the evening. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER A COPY Read more…

Louise Curcio and Scott Foyster

Louise Curcio married Scott Foyster at St George’s Church, Swallowbeck. The couple celebrated with family and friends at a reception held at the Bentley Hotel. If you are a newly wed and would like to appear in the magazine, please ask your photographer to forward on an image of your choice to editorial@lincolnshirelife.co.uk and congratulations Read more…

Laura Plaskitt and Richard Bestwick

Laura Plaskitt and Richard Bestwick were married and held their reception at the Petwood Hotel, Woodhall Spa. The couple honeymooned in Florida. If you are a newly wed and would like to appear in the magazine, please ask your photographer to forward on an image of your choice to editorial@lincolnshirelife.co.uk and congratulations on your happy Read more…

Kristy Lingard and Andrew Connell

Kristy Lingard and Andrew Connell were married and held their reception at Hemswell Court Hotel, Hemswell. For their honeymoon the couple enjoyed a couple of days in London. If you are a newly wed and would like to appear in the magazine, please ask your photographer to forward on an image of your choice to Read more…

Sarah Angus and Gary Rodgers

Sarah Angus and Gary Rodgers were married and held their reception at the White Hart Hotel, Lincoln. The couple went on to honeymoon in the Maldives. If you are a newly wed and would like to appear in the magazine, please ask your photographer to forward on an image of your choice to editorial@lincolnshirelife.co.uk and Read more…

Colours of the rainbow

Red and yellow and pink and green… there is a riot of colour to the catwalks this spring. Choose from colour shock combinations in fabrics or blocks of colour across separates. Bright and jewel inspired, these colours will lift your spirits and make you stand out from the crowd.

Arts Centre fashion show raises £1500

The Inner Wheel Club of Stamford and Cindy’s Fashions of Sutton Bridge, held a Charity Fashion Show recently in the ballroom of Stamford Arts Centre. With nine models on the catwalk, a display of spring and summer fashions, ranging from casual to special occasion wear, was enjoyed by 150 members and guests. A well supported Read more…