Lifestyle Archive
(August 2014)

1 August 2014

Charity golf day sets new record entry

Belton Park’s 26th Charity Am Am continued to go from strength to strength by attracting a record entry of forty-eight teams. Sponsored by the Eden Wine Bar and Specsavers (Grantham) Ltd, this year’s event raised in excess of £7,000 for its chosen charities, the St Barnabas Trust (Grantham) and English & Welsh Blind Golf. Blessed Read more…

Duncan & Toplis Charity Golf Day

The 24th Annual Duncan & Toplis Charity Golf Day was held at Belton Woods Hotel, Nr Grantham on Friday 4th July. Fifty-eight teams from all over the East Midlands played both the Lakes and the Woods courses. The weather was generally kind to competitors albeit a little windy. Both courses were in superb condition and Read more…

A classic Georgian home

When Robin Seymour and his wife Tessa bought Partney House, they thought it would be their forever home. The couple, who had lived in Dorking in Surrey for thirty-five years, had followed their hearts to Lincolnshire after their daughter Emma moved to the county with her partner Matt and four children, Archie (now 13), Cassius Read more…

World wide bidding

Dating back thousand of years, auctions are one of the oldest forms of marketplaces for the exchange of goods. The added element of competition over simple bartering gives the seller the chance to maximise the deal and the buyer the opportunity to outbid rivals. This balance is the base of auctions, with all their excitement Read more…

Volunteer force

Steffie Shields meets two enthusiasts ‘reconstructing’ a unique 1950s garden. Peter and Paul are names that belong together. I am not considering the original saintly variety (although as I write, on 29th June, it happens to be their feast day!). Recently I met two thoughtful friends – yes, Peter and Paul – brought together by Read more…

130th Lincolnshire Show

Day One of the 2014 Lincolnshire Show was blessed with near perfect weather conditions and the crowds turned out in full to enjoy all the sights and stands. Visitors on Day Two experienced a couple of sharp showers but nothing that marred the enjoyment. Thank you to all the people who visited the Lincolnshire Life Read more…

Pretty in pink

With the wedding season well and truly in full swing, many will now be looking to autumn themes when it comes to choosing an outfit for special events. Pastel colours are always popular with pink being a preferred choice. Shift dresses are still leading the way in formal attire, but wrap dresses and two-pieces are Read more…

A walk on the wild side

Although we are still enjoying the warmest days of summer, autumn is fast approaching and the catwalks are brimming with ideas for your winter wardrobe. Animal print have long been popular during the colder months and this year is no exception. From shoes to scarves, belts to boots and much more you’ll be spoilt for Read more…

All patterned out

The catwalks are teeming with unusual prints for autumn/winter. From graphical to Aztec, floral to dogtooth, there are plenty to try. Tops and trousers, skirts and jackets, you can have your pick this season.

Jade Robinson and Stuart Shucksmith

Jade Robinson and Stuart Shucksmith were married at All Saints Parish Church, Nettleham. The couple went on to honeymoon in Dubai and Sri Lanka. If you are a newlywed 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 Read more…