Lifestyle Archive
(August 2018)

1 August 2018

Country home with easy access to town amenities

Julie Sutton and her husband Peter tell Sarah Winstanley that when they were last house hunting, they were surprised to find their new home in a secret, tucked away location. The couple, who have five now grown-up children between them, were keen to have more space and find a property that would suit their teenage Read more…

Lincolnshire’s living legend

Steffie Shields celebrates the 150th anniversary of Hackthorn Hall’s vintage vine. Grapes have been grown, on and off, in Lincolnshire since the Roman occupation. Vines flourished in the warmer medieval period. Several old vines with character linger on, some long neglected in broken down glasshouses. However, the venerable Hackthorn vine has always been well cultivated. Read more…

Georg Jensen (1866-1935), Danish silversmith

William Gregory MRICS of Golding Young & Mawer brings you news from the sales room. Georg Jensen was an early twentieth century silversmith whose influence is still felt today. Born in 1866 in Raadvad, Denmark, he studied as a goldsmith in Copenhagen from the age of 14. After his apprenticeship he studied to become a Read more…

Award for Nancie Shackleton BEM

Washingborough Hall was the venue for a lunchtime presentation to Lincolnshire Police civilian chief officer Nancie Shackleton. Nancie was recently awarded the British Empire Medal for her services to policing and her charitable work. The occasion was a chance for her to receive her medal with police colleagues who nominated her. Former Chief Constable Neil Read more…

Pretty in patterns

Whether you are looking for something bold or slightly more subtle the autumn/winter catwalks are full of choice. From vertical and horizontal stripes to flowers and geometric prints, there is something for everyone. Bright pinks, blues and greens are popular this season.

Warm welcome at Woodhall Spa

An estimated 40,000 people enjoyed this year’s Woodhall Spa 1940s Festival and basked in soaring temperatures. The event hosted a wide range of entertainment including dances and parties, living history groups, vintage and military vehicles and a flypast by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. The brilliant sunshine did not deter reenactors from dressing for Read more…

A show to remember!

Visitors thronged to this year’s Lincolnshire Show, enjoying two days of near perfect weather conditions. A strong wind prevented the RAF Falcons from performing on the first day but they took to the air on Thursday with a thrilling display. Thank you to everyone who visited our Lincolnshire Life marquee and here are details of Read more…

Croquet and Afternoon Tea

The Lincoln office of Brewin Dolphin, the UK’s leading wealth managers, held their annual Summer Croquet competition at Doddington Hall. The hotly fought matches were played on the front and rear lawns while Afternoon Tea was served in the hall. The musical accompaniment was courtesy of The 78 DJ, adding to the vintage atmosphere of Read more…

Charity Golf Day raises £3,500

Nearly 200 golfers pitched, putted and swung their way towards raising £3,500 for the Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance at chartered accountants Duncan & Toplis’ 28th annual charity golf day. Teams came from all over the East Midlands to tee off at the event, which took place over two courses at Belton Woods near Grantham Read more…

From calculators to cocktails

301 team members from Duncan & Toplis held their summer party last month at the Lincolnshire Showground. The team has much to celebrate this year; the company holds the title of ICAEW Large Firm of the Year, has become a Xero Platinum Partner, and has secured a Gold Award from Investor in Customers. As the Read more…