Lifestyle Archive
(July 2017)

1 July 2017

Carrington Rally – Steam and Heritage Show

The county’s oldest steam and heritage show was held on the Bank Holiday weekend, 28th–29th May. Steam and static engines, vintage and classic cars as well as commercial vehicles and organs, motorcycles and tractors filled the show site at Carrington near Boston. Glorious weather drew crowds to watch parades and working demonstrations in the main Read more…

Raising funds to grant wishes

A Charity Evening in support of When You Wish Upon A Star (the charity granting wishes to children living with life threatening illness) was held at Laceby Manor Golf Club, Laceby near Grimsby. The event was organised by Jayne and Michael O’Flynn, directors of Driver Hire Grimsby and Scunthorpe. Guests enjoyed a Golf Day, followed Read more…

Deeping St James Literary Festival

One highlight amongst many of the first Deepings Literary Festival in April was a black tie dinner hosted by the writer, broadcaster and former MP, Gyles Brandreth. An Evening with Gyles Brandreth was held in the Main Hall at Deepings School where guests were entertained with anecdotes about his life, books and his work as Read more…

Mayor’s Charity Ball raises big money for BHF

The Mayor’s Charity Ball proved to be a great success with everyone having a fantastic evening, whilst raising an impressive £5,657 for the British Heart Foundation. Guests at the ball, held at The Assembly Room in Lincoln, were treated to all the glamour you would expect from the occasion such as a gourmet three-course meal, Read more…

Character and charm of village located period property

Kirton Lindsey is one of the county’s most bustling communities and our featured property this month is located near its heart – but this convenience also comes with plenty of privacy. The most striking first features of this home are its dual address of 31 High Street & 31a George Street and prominent corner location. Read more…

Gardeners for a new generation

A stone’s throw off the busy route from Lincoln to the coast is a magical haven – The Walled Garden at Baumber – where Sonia and David Elton are restoring and innovating in equal measure. Caroline Bingham visited on a gloriously sunny day to see their work so far. How many times have I passed Read more…

The Lincoln Fine Art Sale

The Lincoln Fine Art auction held in May at Golding Young & Mawer’s Lincoln saleroom continues to grow in popularity, benefitting from worldwide exposure via the online catalogue and live internet bidding, although local pictures continue to attract local collectors. Lot 1 was a perfect example of this; it was consigned by a vendor from Read more…

For the best brands in country clothing make Doddington your destination

Elegant Elizabethan stately home, bountiful farm shop, glorious gardens, magical events venue as well as a first class café and restaurant for coffee or lunch with friends – Doddington Hall has plenty of appeal – but step beyond the courtyard to discover the unique shopping experience offered by Doddington Country Clothing. Doddington Country Clothing is Read more…

Trust celebrates achievements at special awards ceremony

For the sixth consecutive year, The Orders of St John Care Trust has celebrated the achievements of its employees throughout the county during a special awards ceremony. This year’s event was held at The Petwood Hotel, Woodhall Spa where over 100 employees from the Trust’s 15 care homes throughout Lincolnshire received certificates of recognition. Mr Read more…