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The accommodation block at Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital in Grimsby is aimed at attracting key workers to the training sector of the NHS.
Education

Work to begin on £16.4 million hospital staff accommodation

TV Presenter Nicholas Crane will receive an honorary degree from Bishop Grosseteste University at a graduation ceremony next week.
Education

TV Presenter to be Honoured at BGU Graduation Ceremony

A mature student who left school with very few qualifications and chose to put her family first, will graduate with a degree from Bishop Grosseteste University at Lincoln Cathedral on Wednesday 19th July.
Education

Graduation beckons for mum who went Back to School

A mother and her daughter graduated together from Bishop Grosseteste University in Lincoln yesterday.
Education

Mother and Daughter to Graduate Together at BGU

A Lincoln woman who spent over two decades in the Royal Air Force before retiring and returning to education graduated with a degree from Bishop Grosseteste University yesterday.
Education

Retired RAF service woman realises her dream at BGU

Lincoln College has formed an exciting partnership with Lincolnshire charity, LIVES to offer first aid courses for local businesses and members of the public.
Education

First Class Partnership for delivering First Aid training in Lincoln

Paul Banton Ruddocks and Dr Craig Marsh Lincoln International Business School University of Lincoln
Education

New student scholarship to support marketing excellence

(L-R) Esme Dodwell, Laura Dodwell, Lizzie Snodgrass and Alex Snodgrass represent New College Stamford at the AoC Sport National Championships 2017
Education

New College Stamford Qualifies for AoC Sport National Championships 2017

Local-Growth-Minister-To-Visit-New-University-Developments
Business

Local Growth Minister to Visit New University Developments

University of Lincoln Riseholme Campus
Business

New briefing series looks ahead to the future of farming

Staff and students at the Grimsby Institute are celebrating after scooping the Leading Light Award at the national Association of Colleges (AoC) Beacon Awards.
Business

Grimsby Institute honoured as a Leading Light in Further Education

The production of Alice and Wonderland featured the iconic characters we all love, set in the 1980’s with a original punk and new wave songs written and performed by our amazing Music students.
Education

New College Stamford’s rising stars joined forces to put on an amazing production of Alice and Wonderland… with a twist!

Scientists from the University of Lincoln, UK, have been showcasing their research on the future of farming at some of the world’s biggest agri-tech events this month.
Education

Showcasing the future of farming

Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education has received an Association of Colleges (AoC) Beacon Award for excellence in Widening Access to Higher Education, sponsored by Gateway Qualifications.
Education

Grimsby Institute rewarded for making higher education more accessible to all

A Lincoln man has been awarded Student of the Year, despite being one of the oldest attending a specialist UK-wide e-learning college which concentrates exclusively on bookkeeping and accounting.
Education

Seems you can teach an old dog new tricks with Ideal Schools

A trio of Lincolnshire’s most influential mathematicians and physicists will be honoured in a series of free public lectures exploring the power of science, past and present.
Education

Honouring the legacy of Lincolnshire’s mathematics marvels

Pudsey paid a visit to the Ofsted-outstanding nursery after the children won a BBC competition.
Education

Alford nursery children meet Pudsey

The 16 year olds - Ralph Reader-Sullivan, Christopher Sykes, Sam Baxter and Lewis Mount - are the first Lincoln UTC students to achieve the award, which recognises excellence in technical and academic study, work experience placements and developing wider skills required in the workplace such as communication, problem solving and leadership.
Education

Lincoln UTC students receive awards from HRH The Duke Of York

The UK’s newest academic department for teaching and research in Geography will lead the way in advancing knowledge of the inhabited Earth, environmental health, water and climate change.
Education

New School of Geography to help map out future for a safe and healthy inhabited Earth

Snappy work from local school pupils to be showcased on Westleigh development
Education

Snappy work from local school pupils to be showcased on Westleigh development

100 eager eight to ten-year-olds were put through their paces last week during LIVES Everyday Heroes Week (5 – 9 October) – as they learnt first-hand the basics of CPR.
Education

100 Lincolnshire Cubs learn CPR from “Everyday heroes”

Stamford residents waited in anticipation as proud graduates processed through the town center on Thursday afternoon after successfully completing their degree level courses at New College Stamford.
Education

New College Stamford Celebrate Graduate Success

The University of Lincoln has officially submitted revised plans for a £20 million development of the Riseholme campus near Lincoln.
Education

Riseholme Campus Masterplan

Students at New College Stamford celebrated securing their University places and taking their next steps to future careers today.
Education

New College Stamford A Level Students Celebrate 100% Pass Rate

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News stories from regional and local councils across Lincolnshire and The Humber region

Surface dressing works on A15 temporarily suspendedSurface dressing works on A15 temporarily suspended
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
Don’t leave gifts and valuables on display this ChristmasDon’t leave gifts and valuables on display this Christmas
Christmas wonderland at Normanby HallChristmas wonderland at Normanby Hall
New pay and display parking machine roll-out completeNew pay and display parking machine roll-out complete
Families ‘Get Going’ with healthy lifestylesFamilies ‘Get Going’ with healthy lifestyles

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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

Event Details

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

Event Details

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

Event Details

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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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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 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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