Lifestyle Archive
(September 2017)

1 September 2017

Equestrian property within easy reach of city

Ashfield is a unique six bedroomed detached family home situated just on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Heighington, approximately five miles south of Lincoln and within close proximity to the city centre. The property is set within beautiful parkland grounds, incorporating paddocks, extending to approximately six acres, offering an ideal equestrian opportunity. In Read more…

‘Pops’ of colour

Steffie Shields highlights striking autumn-flowering bulbs. Blessed with a photographic memory, often able to recall where I first laid eyes on an unusual plant, shrub or tree, my first encounter with autumn-flowering bulbs came in north-east Scotland. I braved seaside squalls to tackle a stony, overgrown flowerbed, stuffed with couch grass. A few months later, Read more…

Huge interest shown for exclusive luxury living development near Lincoln

A unique and stunning new development which is being built on the outskirts of the beautiful city of Lincoln, exclusively for people over the age of 55, is attracting much interest. Set within picturesque, landscaped grounds, Keystone’s Home Grange development offers residents the luxurious lifestyle that they deserve. Located a short drive from the charming Read more…

Marshalls of Gainsborough auction

Antiques and collectables belonging to one of the last members of Marshalls, the Gainsborough engineering family, were sold at auction in Lincoln last month. Nigel Marshall was the great great grandson of William Marshall, who founded the engineering works Marshalls of Gainsborough in 1848. A former solicitor, Mr Marshall lived at The Old Rectory in Read more…

Craig Rawlinson Summer Ball 2017

The family and friends of Craig Rawlinson held a ball in his memory at the Southview Hotel, Skegness. This is the third year of the event to raise money to support the purchase of defibrillators in the local area and the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY). Craig was only 18 when he passed Read more…

Nice and navy

Navy has always been a definitive colour in British fashion, for one simple reason: it is iconic. This season navy accessories are the perfect way to wear the classic colour – from jewellery to shoes, a subtle hint of navy will complement your look and give you the perfect seasonal touch. This look can be Read more…

Texture clash

We have always been told to avoid clashing patterns and textures but this season that rule has gone out the window and it has become the ‘it’ look for autumn and winter. The extent to which the catwalk are taking this new style is far from our everyday take on it. To achieve this style Read more…

The sparkling space-age

This winter’s go-to party look is futuristic, fabulous and fun! Metallics and sequins are dazzling the runways, but there are also subtle ways to achieve this look. Many designers are adding a minimal touch of metallic to bring classic designs and futuristic fashion together. To achieve this fun, new party ready look, perfect for any Read more…

27th Charity Golf Day raises £3,500 for LIVES

One hundred and eighty golfers pitched, putted and swung their way to raising £3,500 for LIVES Lincolnshire at chartered accountants Duncan & Toplis’ 27th Annual Charity Golf Day. Teams representing businesses and organisations from the East Midlands and beyond teed off at the firm’s traditional event, which took place at Belton Woods near Grantham in Read more…