Lifestyle Archive
(November 2016)

1 November 2016

New store is just the ticket for independent fashion retailer Chic

Chic of Gainsborough – the popular fashion and lifestyle retailer – unveiled its brand new store earlier this month at Marshall’s Yard, bringing a fantastic new and larger range of top quality fashion labels to the town. The independent company, run by husband and wife team Clair and Elliott Everest, has expanded at the Yard Read more…

Fundraising for Bomber Command at Petwood Hotel

The historic Petwood Hotel in Woodhall Spa, IBCC held a sellout afternoon tea and talk by Bomber Command historian and established military aviation author Steve Darlow and a crew of veterans, entitled ‘Heroes of Bomber Command – An Aircrew Experience’. Steve is the grandson of a Bomber Command Pilot and has written fourteen books on Read more…

Country comfort

When Scott Lewis and his now ex-wife Samantha first saw Park House in Donington, near Spalding, they fell in love with it. The couple, who at the time had two small children, were looking for a larger home than their four bed modern house in Pinchbeck. Park House, a Grade II listed six-bedroomed historical country Read more…

Planting fireworks

Steffie Shields highlights trees for blazing November colour. As the days shorten, we refuse to ‘rage against the dying of the light’, distracting ourselves with Halloween pumpkin lanterns, evening firework parties around community bonfires. In addition to the ritual ‘Remember, remember’ when gloomy veils of fog descend, or mist and curling chimney smoke rise, we Read more…

Big game taxidermy

The golden age of taxidermy flourished in the late 19th century, with the Victorian and Edwardian game hunters eager to show off their prize trophies. The leading taxidermist firm which served the elite hunters was Van Ingen & Van Ingen. Established in Mysore in southern India in the 1890s, the historic records of the firm Read more…

Christmas sparkle

By now many of you will have your Christmas parties planned and will be looking for that perfect outfit. Sparkles and glitter on black, silver and gold give a classic look. Dresses, jackets and trousers can be dressed up or down, whether you are enjoying a formal do or a night on the town.

Wedding Fayre – at DoubleTree

That time of year had come round again: DoubleTree by Hilton, Lincoln’s Wedding Fayre. This year it wasn’t just any old Wedding Fayre; this was their biggest yet, twofold! With over 30 wedding related vendors attending, not only was there a huge selection of products on offer but there were several of each to choose Read more…

Orchard Barn Open Day

The Stallingborough based Orchard Barn, clinic and centre of excellence, opened its doors to welcome clients wishing to experience taster sessions of their conventional and natural healthcare. Orchard Barn opened earlier this summer and is run by sisters Helen Quirke and Dr Sally Moorcroft, offering a complete holistic approach to health and wellbeing. As well Read more…

Stepping out in seasonal style

New autumn/winter collections from Dubarry and Schoffel now in store at Luck of Louth. Making sure you are dressed for the worst that British winter weather can throw at you does not mean sacrificing style and quality for practicality. Jim Luck, owner of Luck of Louth, explained that brands such as Dubarry and Schoffel have Read more…

Charity golf day attracted large entry

This year’s Belton Park Charity Am-Am strengthened its claim to being one of the most successful events of its kind in the region by attracting a near record entry of 43 teams. Blessed with good weather, and a course in excellent condition, the day’s golf included an 18-hole Am-Am Competition and a 9-hole Texas Scramble, Read more…