Lifestyle Archive
(June 2013)

21 June 2013

Mask-for-aid charity ball

Kesteven Children in Need held their Masquerade Ball at Belton Woods Hotel, Grantham recently. The wholly voluntary charity has been established for more than forty years and provides practical help to children and families struggling with financial and emotional pressures. One hundred and fifty masked revellers enjoyed dinner and then danced the night away. An Read more…

1 June 2013

Masterclass

Steffie Shields lauds the Moat, imaginative natural gardens at Newton near Folkingham. Remember last June and the torrential rain that tormented all gardeners and garden lovers? When it suddenly cleared off one Sunday afternoon, and the longed-for sun came out, I grabbed my camera and rushed off out, heading in the direction of the Moat, Read more…

Law Society Dinner

The Lincolnshire Law Society held a dinner at The Lawn, Lincoln. Over 160 guests joined the President of the Lincolnshire Law Society, Michael Pace, the Dean of the Cathedral The Very Revd Philip Buckler, the High Sheriff John Burke and the Lord Lieutenant Tony Worth at the annual event. Also present was Lucy Scott-Moncrieff, the Read more…

Masterclass at the crease

Cricketers at Lincoln Minster School were delighted when England all-rounder, Ravi Bopara joined them at the nets to deliver a masterclass. The event, in partnership with Marshall Jaguar Lincoln, also featured an opportunity for parents to test drive any of the current range of Jaguars, including the brand new F-Type. If you wish to order Read more…

Rectory is rural retreat

When John and Patricia Platt decided to escape to the country, it was an article in the Telegraph that drew them to Lincolnshire. The feature described six rectories that were being sold by the church and the couple decided they were worth a look. The rectory in Church Lane, Withern between Louth and Alford stole Read more…

Striking the right note

The highlights of the calendar so far this year have been the sale of music boxes, one by Nicole Frères making £12,000, the other by an unknown maker for £4,000 at our Grantham Auction Rooms. Originally musical boxes were made by watchmakers to fit in tiny containers within snuff boxes which could fit into a Read more…

Shades of the sea

Brighten up your summer wardrobe with fresh and soothing shades of aqua, turquoise and deep blue. A variety of vibrant hues have appeared on the catwalk recently, but bright marine colours are set to trend this summer. The eye-catching colours are particularly flattering, versatile and summery, making them ideal shades to incorporate into your wardrobe. Read more…

A stroll in the park

What better way to spend a summer’s evening than by taking a stroll in the park, with flowers and trees in full bloom, the evening sun offering a romantic backdrop and a light breeze to cool you down after a day in the sun? Loose, billowing materials including chiffon and silk offer a sense of Read more…

A day at the Lincolnshire Show

If you are looking for the perfect outfit for The Lincolnshire Show there are a variety of stylish and feminine outfits to choose from. Stand out from the crowd with a formal occasion dress and suit jacket in pastel, bright and shimmery shades, complemented by a feathery headdress or a striking hat. For an attractive, Read more…

Fashion show is Happy occasion

The lovely ladies of Agatha Boutique, Lincoln took to the stage for the Happy Days Nursery fashion show in Navenby. Agatha previewed their latest spring/ summer collections from Paul Smith Black Label, Vivienne Westwood Anglomania, Ted Baker and Bourne to name a few. The ladies were styled to perfection with the fantastic support of Urban Read more…