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Plans to submit an ambitious multi-million pound town deal proposal for Greater Grimsby to central government have been approved.
Business

Multi-million pound Grimsby town deal to move forward to next phase

Growing architecture firm, LK2 Architects Ltd, has expanded its team with the addition of two new professionals, including an apprentice.
Business

Lincoln Architects continue to grow team with New Additions

Lincoln's most well-loved coffee brand is delighted welcome customers into its new café which has opened in the city’s historic Lawn complex following an £2m refurbishment.
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New Coffee Shop and Eatery Opens At Lincoln Landmark

Thousands of new homes and jobs are predicted to be created as part of multi-million pound Grimsby regeneration plans.
Business

Grimsby Regeneration Plans

As part of their £10 million investment Butlins is planning to open a new restaurant in time for summer next year.
Business

Butlins Skegness to open new £1.2m restaurant

The second 'Lincoln Loves Kids' brochure is launching at the Lincolnshire Show after the pilot project smashed its targets last year.
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‘Lincoln Loves Kids’ launches at Lincolnshire Show

Virgin Trains say that Grantham customers can look forward to an extra 11 services on its east coast line on Saturdays.
Business

Grantham passengers to get 11 more Virgin Trains services to London on Saturdays

The Waltham Tea Gardens has re-opened after undergoing a fantastic refurbishment that staff hope will bring the premises into the modern era.
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Waltham Tea Gardens Refurbishment

Funding given to farms across the country to help protect nature and wildlife could be lost after Brexit unless the next government acts.
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Lincolnshire farmers could lose £128 million when we leave the EU

Visitors to The Hildreds Shopping Centre can enjoy a colourful display of hanging baskets and attractive flower containers around the centre this summer all of which have been grown with the help of food waste.
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It’s ‘Blooming Marvellous’ at The Hildreds!

Lincolnshire building and civil engineering company Britcon has completed two further multi million pound new concept stores for Lidl in Newark and Mablethorpe.
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Britcon Completes ‘Lidl of The Future Stores

Plans for a proposed new leisure development costing more than £20m in Grimsby will be unveiled at a public consultation at Freshney Place Shopping Centre next week.
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Public consultation announced for £20m Freshney Place development

CHILDREN can learn about cheese making and where milk comes from with a specialist demo from one of Lincolnshire’s popular family-led dairy farmers next month.
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Cheesemaking Demo from one of Country’s Producers at Show

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Local Growth Minister to Visit New University Developments

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Lincs Inspire gets its finances into shape with Advanced

University of Lincoln Riseholme Campus
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New briefing series looks ahead to the future of farming

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Young Farmers To Paint Picture Of Industry At Conference

Staff and students at the Grimsby Institute are celebrating after scooping the Leading Light Award at the national Association of Colleges (AoC) Beacon Awards.
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Grimsby Institute honoured as a Leading Light in Further Education

Talented artists from across the UK are now busy painting their selected designs onto the life-sized Knight sculptures across the city, as part of the eagerly awaited Lincoln Knights’ Trail – a major Lincoln attraction for 2017.
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The Lincoln Knights’ Trail put in the picture – public painting commences as artists bring their creations to life

Market Rasen Racecourse today welcomed its new Chairman as racing got under way for the first time in 2017.
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New Chairman for Lincolnshire’s racecourse

Christopher Dunphy Ecclesiastical in partnership with DRU, the gas wall heater manufacturer, has installed a new set of gas heaters and heating control system at the historic St Peter’s Church in Norton Disney, Lincolnshire.
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Dunphy and DRU join forces to install new heating system at historic rural church

The Orders of St John Care Trust recently held its annual Trust Awards ceremony, recognising five care workers in Lincolnshire for their dedication, hard work and exceptional achievements.
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Lincolnshire care workers commended for excellence

Cushman & Wakefield has appointed Dean Cross as General Manager at the Waterside Shopping Centre, Lincoln’s premier indoor retail shopping destination on behalf of landlord Tesco Pension Fund.
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Waterside Shopping Centre Appoints New General Manager

Celebrations have taken place to mark the completion of a new village hall in Toft Newton, Lincolnshire.
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Community hub in Toft Newton officially opens its doors

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Grimsby’s Corporation Road Bridge to close for repairsGrimsby’s Corporation Road Bridge to close for repairs
Peter Clark – New Mayor of North LincolnshirePeter Clark – New Mayor of North Lincolnshire
Partnership shortlisted for top planning awardPartnership shortlisted for top planning award
It’s Ride to Work WeekIt’s Ride to Work Week
Footpath upgrade for CleethorpesFootpath upgrade for Cleethorpes
Council sets a budget for growth and sustainabilityCouncil sets a budget for growth and sustainability
Plans for the region’s first Go Ape in North LincolnshirePlans for the region’s first Go Ape in North Lincolnshire
Tidal surge round upTidal surge round up
Pedestrian crossing upgradesPedestrian crossing upgrades
Heroes wanted for Great British Spring CleanHeroes wanted for Great British Spring Clean
High Street Award winners announcedHigh Street Award winners announced
Council urges people to dispose of their waste correctlyCouncil urges people to dispose of their waste correctly
New council leader to be electedNew council leader to be elected
Recycling advice on hand – Tuesday 6 DecRecycling advice on hand – Tuesday 6 Dec
New road markings to improve road safety outside Brigg PrimaryNew road markings to improve road safety outside Brigg Primary
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New pay and display parking machine roll-out completeNew pay and display parking machine roll-out complete
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2017 Events Calendar

There is so much going on around Lincolnshire throughout the year, and we have a complete listing available on our calendar.

UPCOMING EVENTS

august, 2017

19aug10:00 am- 3:00 pm19 Aug 17 - Spalding Farmers MarketFirst Saturday of every month

Event Details

700-800 years ago, the right to hold a market was a highly valued privilege granted by the monarch to nobles who enjoyed his favour. Where such markets were held, people [...]

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700-800 years ago, the right to hold a market was a highly valued privilege granted by the monarch to nobles who enjoyed his favour. Where such markets were held, people travelled from miles around to buy and sell the essentials of everyday life.

The Spalding Farmers Market is held on the first Saturday of every month and sells a variety of produce such as; fresh beef, ostrich, honey, port, cheese, fudge and plants.

Time

(Saturday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

1 Orchard Way, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire
19aug11:00 am- 10:00 pm19 Aug 17 - Kaiser ChiefsThe Jockey Club Live

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The Kaiser Chiefs will be heading to Market Rasen Racecourse for an evening of live music and racing during the summer. [...]

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The Kaiser Chiefs will be heading to Market Rasen Racecourse for an evening of live music and racing during the summer. The Brit Award-winning, multimillion selling band will be performing at the racecourse with a full headline show. This standing only concert will see one of the best live bands in the UK take to the stage to start their new UK Arena Tour, with their new album Stay Together, which is their sixth top 10 album. Their famous songs that brought them to recognition include, I Predict A Riot, Everyday I Love You Less and Less, Ruby and more recent hit, Parachute. The show will take place after a day of racing and will ensure that you have an amazing time with your loved ones.

Time

(Saturday) 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Location

Market Rasen racecourse

1 Orchard Way, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire

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Doddington, Lincoln, LN6 4RU
20aug4:30 pm- 7:45 pm20 Aug 17 - Arcus QuartetMusic at Doddington

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Experience the very special magic of Chamber Music at Doddington during our summer concert series curated by Artistic Director Graham Oppenheimer. Explore our romantic gardens, have a glass of prosecco on [...]

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Experience the very special magic of Chamber Music at Doddington during our summer concert series curated by Artistic Director Graham Oppenheimer.

Explore our romantic gardens, have a glass of prosecco on the private terrace and then listen to wonderful music from the Arcus Quartet in the beauty of the Long Gallery.

Sunday 20 August – Arcus Quartet
Dvorak String Quintet in E flat major, Op 97
Schubert Quartet in D minor ‘Death & the Maiden’

Price includes: Concert | Access to Hall & Gardens
& Glass of prosecco on the private terrace:
£24 (£12 for accompanied under 16s)
£26 premium reserved seats (£13 for under 16s)
£70 season ticket for all three concerts with reserved seating (saving £8)

Reserved seating: a reserved seat in the first 3 rows.
Please note: The concert is on the second floor, please call 01522 812510 to discuss any access requirements.

Access to gardens from 11am (Hall from 12pm),
prosecco from 4.30pm, concert starts 5.15pm.

Special pre-concert 3 course Sunday lunch at 2.30pm: £25
(please add to your ticket order upon booking)

Sponsored by Streets Chartered Accountants and Chattertons, the series is organised by the Doddington Hall Conservation Charity (no. 1114539) to raise funds for the project to save the Doddington tapestries.

Time

(Sunday) 4:30 pm - 7:45 pm

Location

Doddington Hall

Doddington, Lincoln, LN6 4RU

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Alford Manor House Grounds, West Street, Alford, LN13 9HT
26aug - 28aug 2610:00 amaug 2826 - 28 Aug 17 - Alford Craft Market Bank Holiday FestivalThe best of Lincolnshire crafts

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The best of Lincolnshire crafts: Street theatre, children’s activities, live music, craft demonstrations and workshops, Indian dancers, Morris Men and Punch & Judy

Time

26 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 28 (Monday) 5:00 pm

Location

Alford Manor House

Alford Manor House Grounds, West Street, Alford, LN13 9HT

26aug10:00 am- 3:00 pm26 Aug 17 - Spalding Farmers MarketFirst Saturday of every month

Event Details

700-800 years ago, the right to hold a market was a highly valued privilege granted by the monarch to nobles who enjoyed his favour. Where such markets were held, people [...]

Event Details

700-800 years ago, the right to hold a market was a highly valued privilege granted by the monarch to nobles who enjoyed his favour. Where such markets were held, people travelled from miles around to buy and sell the essentials of everyday life.

The Spalding Farmers Market is held on the first Saturday of every month and sells a variety of produce such as; fresh beef, ostrich, honey, port, cheese, fudge and plants.

Time

(Saturday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Stixwould Rd, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, LN10 6QG
27aug7:00 pm- 11:00 pm27 Aug 17 - Great ExpectationsChapterhouse Theatre Company presents

Event Details

Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents a garden theatre production of Great Expectations, Charles Dickens’s unforgettable story of love, family and friendship set in the depths of Victorian England. From the haunting marshlands of [...]

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Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents a garden theatre production of Great Expectations, Charles Dickens’s unforgettable story of love, family and friendship set in the depths of Victorian England.

From the haunting marshlands of Kent to the bustling streets of Victorian London, this epic tale follows the fortunes of a young Pip as he falls in love, finds his fortune and makes his way in the world.

Bring a picnic and join us for an open air show in our lovely grounds.

Please note that this is an outdoor production, no indoor alternative is available.

Ticket prices: (10% discount for parties of 10 or more)

  • Adult £15
  • Child £10
  • Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) £44

Time

(Sunday) 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Location

Petwood Spa, Woodhall Spa

Stixwould Rd, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, LN10 6QG

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