Lifestyle Archive
(August 2024)

16 August 2024

Heckington Show 2024

Songs and sunshine greeted the crowds who flocked to this year’s ‘largest village show in England’. The Blighty Belles were amongst the performers on stage at the Concert Marquee, while the annual gathering and auction of Lincoln Longwools was a highlight of the Cattle and Sheep marquee. Lincolnshire Life was joined by partners, Downtown, who Read more…

Creative clothing

Kate Chapman meets Lincolnshire fashion designer Jessica Townsend, whose House of Flint brand promotes eco-friendly values. When she became disillusioned with the world of fast fashion, Jessica Townsend decided to take things into her own hands – and launched her own clothing brand to align with her sustainable and environmental values. Through House of Flint, Read more…

Be Bold

There are more defined lines to styles and patterns amongst the new AW24 collections. Houndstooth check is a classic design which transitions from business to party chic. Strong linear patterns are flattering to accentuate shape and form.

Lincoln Fine Art Sale

By William Gregory MRICS, Golding Young and Mawer. The August Lincoln Fine Art Auction consisted of 399 lots. First on offer were two oil paintings by Fred Yates. Born in Urmston, Manchester in 1922, his works are often compared with Manchester’s most famous artist, LS Lowry. Certainly the works of Yates show the influence of Read more…

Unexpected golden wins!

Steffie Shields highlights this month’s “pinch-me” late summer moments. Some commentators predict a bumper crop of Olympic medals across the 2024 Team GB board. As I tap out these thoughts, six Lincolnshire representatives feature among those gearing up in Paris for the greatest challenge of their sporting careers – going for gold! The hope for Read more…

A classic barn conversion

Elm Farm Barns is a glorious Grade II listed stone barn conversion which combines period features and craftsmanship with contemporary modern design. Situated on the edge of a charming rural village close to Lincoln, Elm Farm Barns in Spridlington offers a rare opportunity to enjoy spacious modern living within a traditional setting. Neighbouring farmhouse Elm Read more…

Sculpture at Doddington

The biennial sculpture exhibition returned to Doddington Hall and Gardens and the launch evening saw guests bathed in summer sunshine. More than 340 pieces made by 60 sculptors from across the UK and beyond were exhibited, with many Lincolnshire based sculptors included. Presentations were also made to the winner of the first Young Sculptor Award. Read more…