Lifestyle Archive
(January 2015)

1 January 2015

A versatile country property

When Fred Watson decided to turn his interest of keeping a few livestock in his back garden into a business, it launched a concept many others were to follow. The former company director had hit on an original idea: the farm shop, a place where he would sell his locally raised produce direct from the Read more…

‘Spirit of Christmas’ at Simpsons Spa

The 12th November saw Simpsons Spa at Branston Hall’s annual ‘Spirit of Christmas’ open day. Over 200 people visited from across the county for a festive drink and mince pie and to start their Christmas shopping in style. The Elemis Christmas gift collection was launched and fantastic offers and savings were available on all Christmas Read more…

Ezytrac’s 1,000th property party

Ezytrac Property Management recently celebrated gaining their 1,000th buy to let residential property under management. Nearly 250 people attended the event at the DoubleTree by Hilton Lincoln hotel and guests were entertained with dancing to an Irish band, a magician and caricaturist. Nick Rossington, Ezytrac’s MD, commented: “The company has grown phenomenally over the last Read more…

Lincolnshire Gardens Trust Photographic Competition 2014

It was our pleasure, once again, to be invited to help judge the Lincolnshire Gardens Trust Photographic Competition for 2014. The highly commended and winning entries in each category were presented with their awards at the Trust’s Annual General Meeting, which was held at Minting and Gautby Village Hall near Horncastle in November. If you Read more…

Lincolnshire artists attract bidders at latest Fine Art Auction at Lincoln Auction Rooms

Over 70 paintings and prints by the late county artist Vincent Haddelsey were included in the sale at Golding Young & Mawer. The artwork was sold on behalf of an estate and there was a great deal of interest on the viewing days. With buyers in the saleroom, on the telephones and bidding live via Read more…

Sparkle and shine

The winter months bring with them long dark nights, so now is the time to bring some much-needed sparkle to each social occasion. The saying ‘All that glitters is not gold’ is literally true when it comes to the catwalks this season, with outfits in greys, silvers and blues designed to shine.

Kathryn Holland and Stuart Taylor

Kathryn Holland and Stuart Taylor were married at St Helen’s Church, Lincoln. The service was followed by a wedding breakfast and reception at The Old Bishops’ Palace, Minster Yard. The couple travelled to the Maldives for a lengthy honeymoon. If you are a newlywed and would like to appear in the magazine, please ask your Read more…

Dawn North and Kim Ogden

Dawn North and Kim Ogden held their wedding and reception at The White Hart Hotel, Lincoln. Following the celebrations the couple enjoyed a family holiday in Yorkshire. 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 Read more…

Kirstyn Moffat and Dave Brennan

Kirstyn Moffat married Dave Brennan at Holy Trinity Church Boston, attended by family and friends, followed by hog roast and live band at Sibsey village hall. The bride and groom then enjoyed a week away in the West Country. If you are a newlywed and would like to appear in the magazine, please ask your Read more…

Crystal Ball raises record amount

The Crystal Charity Ball held in November raised a record £11,367 for it’s chosen charity, The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. The Crystal Charity Ball is in its third year and this fantastic effort brings the total raised to around £28,000. Chief organiser, Kelly Beba commented: “All our guests seemed to have a great evening, Read more…