
Spotting tales of a bygone era
History - 1st JanuaryExploring the history of trainspotting in Lincolnshire.
Exploring the history of trainspotting in Lincolnshire.
Kirstyn Moffat married Dave Brennan at Holy Trinity Church Boston, attended by family and friends, followed by hog roast and live band at Sibsey village hall. The bride and groom then enjoyed a week away in the West Country.
Businesses in the south Lincolnshire market town of Holbeach are hoping that 2015 will be a rewarding year.
Dawn North and Kim Ogden held their wedding and reception at The White Hart Hotel, Lincoln. Following the celebrations the couple enjoyed a family holiday in Yorkshire.
Kathryn Holland and Stuart Taylor were married at St Helen’s Church, Lincoln. The service was followed by a wedding breakfast and reception at The Old Bishops’ Palace, Minster Yard. The couple travelled to the Maldives for a lengthy honeymoon.
Over 70 paintings and prints by the late county artist Vincent Haddelsey were included in the sale at Golding Young & Mawer. The artwork was sold on behalf of an estate and there was a great deal of interest on the viewing days.
The Lincolnshire village of Billinghay may lie on one of the county’s bustling highways, but it has all the hallmarks of an historic rural place with a close-knit community.
The winter months bring with them long dark nights, so now is the time to bring some much-needed sparkle to each social occasion.
Lincolnshire seems to have more than its fair share of superstitions, as perhaps befits a large, thinly populated rural county – many of them are associated with New Year.