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7 Castle countdown! New-look will give tourism a boost Leader ’s welcome... 8 Special feature: Thanks for everything! One hundred years ago this August, Britain was Meet the winners of our plunged into the most terrible conflict the world 2014 Good Citizens Awards 8 had ever seen. The dramatic consequences of the First World War Meeting our children s needs were felt not only on the front line, but also on the home 10 front, including here in Lincolnshire. Improved services for children In a special feature in this County News, we tell the with additional needs tragic story of Lincoln mother Amy Beechey, who lost five of her eight sons in the conflict – the highest toll on any single British family. 11 Tips for better recycling We also highlight a superb exhibition at the Museum How to avoid contaminating recycling by mistake of Lincolnshire Life called 1914, A Call to Arms for Lincolnshire – the first of a series we’re planning over Special feature: Lest we forget the next four years. 16 16 On a lighter note, the summer months offer a County events 100 years after the fabulous number of events – large and small, weird and outbreak of WW1 wonderful – in every corner of the county. With that in mind, we’ve included a special three- page Out and About section at the back of the magazine, 19 Giving something back with something to suit every taste. How young offenders are making amends Elsewhere in this County News, we look at the boost the £20m Lincoln Castle Revealed project could give local businesses next year – the 800th anniversary of 21 News . Eight fabulous pages of district news As part of the refurbishment, Lincoln’s copy of the 19 world-famous document will be displayed in a special 29 Out and about vault, enhancing the castle’s status as a major tourist destination. Three-page holiday guide to local events Turning to our young people, we look at how a council team is helping many learn new skills and 32 Contact us improve their job prospects by working towards The Web, email, phone or post you choose! Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. We also highlight efforts to improve services for children with special educational needs and disabilities, and invite both youngsters and parents to help us shape them. Contact information Recycling comes under the spotlight, too, as we offer tips on how to ensure you don’t contaminate your EDITORIAL MORE INFORMATION recyclable waste by mistake. Lincolnshire County Council Printing: Polestar Bicester Limited Tel: 01522 782060 Distribution: County News is published by Lincolnshire County Last but by no means least, we’re delighted to Email: [email protected] Council. Each edition is delivered to about 330,000 homes and feature the winners of our 2014 Good Citizens Awards By post: County News, Lincolnshire County Council, businesses by Royal Mail. – wonderful examples of the voluntary work so many County Offices, Newland, Lincoln, LN1 1YL. Next edition: The autumn 2014 edition of County News will be local residents do for others. Online: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/countynews distributed in late September 2014. All are truly inspirational – and a reminder of every- Editor: David Harding, communications officer Audio versions: County News is available to download in Managing editor: Karen Spencer, audio format at www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/countynews or as a thing that is best about this great county we’re lucky communications manager tape or CD on request from Listening Lincs on 01522 782010. enough to call home. Design: Moonraker Media Sustainability: County News is printed on paper from West Lindsey News: Communications team, 01427 responsible or well-managed sources. Please recycle the 676512, [email protected] magazine when you have finished with it.

Front cover: A group of soldiers from the 4th Battalion of the Lincolnshire Regiment on Cllr Martin Hill OBE the front line at the Ypres Salient in 1915. Leader of Lincolnshire County Council © Lincolnshire County Council. NEWS IN BRIEF Lincolnshire news round-up Bomber memorial changes course Plans for an RAF Bomber Command memorial in Lincolnshire have been changed in response to public feedback. The steel spire was originally to have been 50m (164ft) tall and engraved with the names of the 25,611 airmen who died while based in the county during the Second World War. However, discussions with local people showed they wanted the aircrew lists to be at ground level and therefore more accessible. The design has now been altered to shorten the spire to 31m (102ft) the wing- span of a Lancaster bomber with the names on walls forming rings around its base. Nicky Barr, from the Lincolnshire Bomber Command Memorial Trust, explained how the thinking had changed. Last year, we spent a lot of time talking to people at events, and the resounding view was about the legibility of and ability a landmark for crews returning from missions. including two gardens of remembrance. to connect with the names. It is hoped that, in the future, the names of Fundraising towards the £5m total cost is By taking those away from the spire, we all 55,573 Bomber Command personnel ongoing, but the Trust remains confident it can be more creative and still have the who died can be included. can open by June 2015. same impact. Besides the spire and memorial walls, there For more information, or to make a The memorial will be on Hill, will also be an interpretation / education centre i donation, visit www.lincsbomber within sight of itself once and seven acres of landscaped grounds, commandmemorial.com.

Movement Free volunteer training Helping others can be a hugely rewarding exper- on roads ience, and Lincolnshire Work on the Lincoln Volunteer Card (LVC) train- Eastern Bypass and East- ing prepares you to dive in! West Link Road could Supported by Public start within the next few Health, it is a free service months. available to anyone aged 16 or above, with no upper The results of public limit providing a range of skills and knowledge. inquiries are due to be Following training, you’ll receive a certificate and announced soon. If they your own unique Volunteer Card, which is find in the council’s favour, recognised by organisations countywide. construction could start on LVC has helped over 1,600 volunteers across the both projects this autumn. county, with independent evaluation showing that The two major infrastructure schemes have a combined value of £130m and 75% found it improved their experience of would significantly improve the flow of traffic in Lincoln and the surrounding area. volunteering. Learners also mentioned increased Besides easing congestion and cutting pollution, the bypass and East-West confidence and enhanced job skills. Link, which could both be open to traffic in late 2016, would give a major boost to i To book training for you or your group, the local economy. call Children s Links on 0845 3730645, For more information, visit www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/leb or /ewl. email [email protected] or visit County News logo i Final artwork

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PMS 377 | summer40C 0M 100Y 38K 2014 PMS 583 23C 0M 100Y 17K www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/countynews 3 NEWS IN BRIEF Bill s backing for business The council s new chairman Cllr Bill Aron has pledged to help small businesses get off the ground. The member for and was elected at the annual meeting in May. Cllr William Webb, who serves Rural, is vice-chairman. Cllr Aron lives in Horncastle, where he LASTING LEGACY: recently retired from the family retail business New chairman Cllr after more than 40 years. Bill Aron plants a commemorative He is keen to give small businesses more rose at County support in his new role, as well as raising Offices in Lincoln money for LIVES as his chosen charity. to mark 40 years Cllr Aron said: I m looking forward to of the authority, watched by (from promoting tourism throughout Lincolnshire left) chief and am keen to see the development of more executive Tony business hubs around the county, similar to McArdle, council the Horncastle Technology Hub. leader Martin Hill These give small businesses the chance to and chairman s lady Amanda Job. try out new technology and equipment without having to commit to spending large sums of money first.” Before accepting the role of chairman the 28th in the council s 40- Cllr Aron was elected to the county council in 2009, having previously year history he was vice-chairman to Cllr Ray Wootten. served on the authority between 2001 and 2005. He is also a town During his year in office, Cllr Wootten raised £1,200 for The Police Roll councillor for Horncastle. of Honour Trust and attended 174 civic events. Wonderful woodlands Could you be The Lincolnshire Wood Fair will be taking place in the beautiful setting of the park at Revesby Estate on 7 September. a remand This event brings together people involved and interested in woodlands and their management and produce, throughout foster carer? Lincolnshire and beyond. Imagine being a child or young Originally set up by the Forestry Commission in 2009 as an person, aged from 10 to 18, invol- auction of firewood to help stimulate the management of neglected ved with the youth justice system. woodlands in the county, it has grown into a great family day out. Wouldn t you want a period of Attractions include bushcraft skills, guided tractor and trailer rides stability in a safe family environ- around the parkland, and the Lincolnshire Lumberjack Olympics! ment where you re supported to i The fair supported by the council and the Lincolnshire get your life on track? Wolds Countryside Service has free admission and runs That s what a remand foster from 10am to 4pm. Visit www.lincolnshirefirewoodfair.co.uk. carer can offer, although it is often a very challenging role. The children and young people needing a placement may display anti-social, self-harming and risk-taking behaviour. To help them through a difficult time, you will need: l Experience of working alongside young people. l To be home-based (or at least one of you, if applying as a couple). l A spare bedroom. In return, you will get: l Training and ongoing support. l An enhanced financial allowance. i For more information, call 0800 093 3099 or log on to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/fostering.

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Bill s backing SKILL SWAP: Horncastle Timebank New countryside routes for all member Jody Stewart, You can t beat a stroll through Lincolnshire s beautiful country- for business left, is helped by Pat Blake to research her side but for those with disabilities, that isn t always easy. The council s new chairman Cllr Bill Aron family tree. Now four new leaflets have been put together by the South has pledged to help small businesses Lincolnshire and Local Access Forum (LAF) specifically get off the ground. with them in mind, and giving details of path surfaces, gradients The member for Horncastle and Tetford and local facilities. was elected at the annual meeting in May. The LAF is an independent statutory body that represents the Cllr William Webb, who serves Holbeach interests of everyone concerned with access to the countryside Rural, is vice-chairman. and the public rights of way network. Cllr Aron lives in Horncastle, where he LASTING LEGACY: The routes – chosen following discussions with disability groups recently retired from the family retail business New chairman Cllr to find out their requirements – cover the following areas: after more than 40 years. Bill Aron plants a l , near commemorative l He is keen to give small businesses more rose at County Willingham Woods, near support in his new role, as well as raising Offices in Lincoln l Rutland Water money for LIVES as his chosen charity. to mark 40 years l Exton Village in Rutland of the authority, Cllr Aron said: “I’m looking forward to Leaflets for the walks will be available from 23 June. watched by (from i promoting tourism throughout Lincolnshire left) chief For the two Lincolnshire ones, visit www. and am keen to see the development of more executive Tony lincolnshiregov.uk/countryside or call 01522 782070. business hubs around the county, similar to McArdle, council To find out about the Rutland routes, go to www. the Horncastle Technology Hub. leader Martin Hill rutland.gov.uk/row or phone 01572 722577. “These give small businesses the chance to and chairman s lady Amanda Job. try out new technology and equipment without having to commit to spending large sums of Swap your skills with others money first.” Before accepting the role of chairman – the 28th in the council’s 40- Do you live in and have a skill to offer? Cllr Aron was elected to the county council in 2009, having previously year history – he was vice-chairman to Cllr Ray Wootten. If so, you might want to join the Horncastle Timebank, a non-profit served on the authority between 2001 and 2005. He is also a town During his year in office, Cllr Wootten raised £1,200 for The Police Roll community exchange in which members swap time and skills. councillor for Horncastle. of Honour Trust and attended 174 civic events. Members can offer all sorts of tasks including companionship, gardening, cooking, DIY, crafts, housework, pet care, CV writing and much more. What’s more, the Timebank values everyone’s input the same, so Wonderful woodlands Could you be whatever you do, one hour gives you an equivalent credit of someone The Lincolnshire Wood Fair will be taking place in the beautiful else’s time. setting of the park at Revesby Estate on 7 September. a remand There is no joining or membership fee, and no money changes hands This event brings together people involved and interested in when members make use of each other’s skills. woodlands and their management and produce, throughout foster carer? There isn’t even a requirement to live in Horncastle, although most Lincolnshire and beyond. Imagine being a child or young members do. Others come from surrounding villages and as far away Originally set up by the Forestry Commission in 2009 as an person, aged from 10 to 18, invol- as . auction of firewood to help stimulate the management of neglected ved with the youth justice system. Run by volunteers, the Horncastle Timebank was set up in May 2012 Don t light it, report it woodlands in the county, it has grown into a great family day out. Wouldn’t you want a period of and is one of more than 300 across the UK. Are the cigarettes you smoke cheaper Attractions include bushcraft skills, guided tractor and trailer rides stability in a safe family environ- i Visit www.horncastletimebank.org.uk or call 07900 312369. than you would expect? If yes, they around the parkland, and the Lincolnshire Lumberjack Olympics! ment where you’re supported to could be illegal. The fair – supported by the council and the Lincolnshire get your life on track? What’s more, even though they may Wolds Countryside Service – has free admission and runs That’s what a remand foster seem a money-saver, the real cost from 10am to 4pm. Visit www.lincolnshirefirewoodfair.co.uk . carer can offer, although it is often a very challenging role. Lincolnshire Show winners could be more than you’re willing to pay. The children and young people needing a placement may Congratulations to the four Tests on illegal cigarettes have display anti-social, self-harming and risk-taking behaviour. lucky winners of tickets up for revealed they can contain dirt, insects, To help them through a difficult time, you will need: grabs in the free prize draw in rodent droppings and other items l Experience of working alongside young people. the spring County News. harmful to your health. l To be home-based (or at least one of you, if applying as a The first names out of the hat They are also much more likely to cause a fire if you drop one because couple). were: Anna Price, from they stay alight for longer than they should, with potentially devastating l A spare bedroom. Swineshead; Mrs J Gilby, consequences. In return, you will get: from ; Susan Since 2013, Lincolnshire Trading Standards have seized 138,000 l Training and ongoing support. Craven, from ; illegal cigarettes. Now they need your help to find more. l An enhanced financial allowance. and Mrs E Kitchinson, from Besides the low cost, warning signs include an unusual taste or smell, For more information, call 0800 093 3099 or log on to Marton. Thank you to every- and incorrect packaging, such as the lack of a UK health warning. www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/fostering . one who entered. i To report illegal cigarettes, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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The aren t just outstandingly beautiful they re also home to a fantastic heritage! To celebrate that, the Down Your Wold project is launching an outdoor treasure-hunting game with a modern twist. From July, participants can use GPS technology to track down heritage caches hidden by dedicated volunteers. Besides the fun of geocaching , this summer also sees the first Lincolnshire Wolds Festival of Archaeology from 12 27 July. A launch event at Gunby Hall on 12 July features walks and talks, and the council’s finds liaison officer, Adam Daubney, will be available from noon to identify your items of local archaeological interest. Hosted by Heritage Lincolnshire, Down Your Wold is a two-year community heritage project supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund and Lincolnshire Wolds Country- side Service. It involves work with communities within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to rese- arch and celebrate their local history. i For more information, please visit www.down-your-wold.co.uk or call 01507 609740.

Don t miss out on transport! If you are looking to attend sixth form or college this September and require transport, you need to apply now. You can apply online at www. lincolnshire.gov.uk/schooltransport or Commemorate WW1 with a tree call our Customer Service Centre on The Woodland Trust is giving communities and 5,000 trees have already been sent to groups 01522 782020 for further information. schools across the county the chance to mark across the region. Once you have received confirm- the centenary of the First World War by creating The Trust also offers advice and funding to ation of your entitlement, your con- their own growing legacy. private landowners looking to create woodland of tribution will need to be paid by 31 The Lincolnshire-based charity is offering their own – to find out more, just contact the Trust. July to ensure arrangements are in millions of free tree saplings in the form of special i Apply online at www.woodlandtrust.org. place for the start of term. packs. These come in quantities of 30, 105 or 420, uk/plant-trees or call 08452 935 689. The

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Treasures of LOOKING TO THE FUTURE: County Cllrs Colin Davie (left) and Nick Worth, responsible for tourism the Wolds and heritage respectively, at Lincoln Castle.

Castle countdown! With a new-look Lincoln Castle now less than a year away, local businesses can prepare for a tourism boost Have-a-go heritage The Heritage Skills Centre at Lincoln Exciting work to create a world-class visitor members of the public who want to learn more Castle is offering taster courses in trad- attraction the £20m Lincoln Castle about the project. itional craft and Revealed project – remains firmly on target The conference will begin with a short film building skills. for next April. and presentation, followed by workshops Starting in Sept- As the refurbishment progresses, the looking at different aspects of the project, ember, the work- council and partners are also looking forward such as: shops give an to Magna Carta s 800th anniversary celeb- l The restoration of the castle buildings. insight into the skills rations in June 2015. l The latest research and archaeological that created the Cllr Colin Davie, executive member for findings. nation s oldest land- economic development, said: Next year is a l Events to celebrate the 800th anniversary. marks and treas- big one for Lincoln as the castle re-opens and Cllr Davie added: The impact of the castle ures. we celebrate the 800th anniversary of Magna improvements is likely to be felt across You can try your Carta with a series of memorable events. Lincolnshire, as tourists often stay in rural hand at silvers- These will attract thousands of visitors to areas and visit other parts of the county during mithing, illuminated the area, and we want to make sure local their time here. manuscript or felt businesses are in pole position to reap the “So wherever you are, come and find out making, or traditional benefits.” how you can best prepare, and make sure building skills such To help firms make the most of the your business doesn’t miss out.” as stained glass or opportunities, the council has organised a Tickets for the Countdown to Lincoln Castle working with lime Countdown to Lincoln Castle Revealed confer- Revealed conference cost £10 per person, mortars. ence. It will take place on 23 September at the discounted to £8 if you book before 31 July. Courses are open to those aged 16 and Epic Centre at the Lincolnshire Showground. Lunch is included. You can book your place at over. No prior experience is needed, but The all-day event will share the latest news www.visitlincolnshire.com. spaces are limited so please book. and advise businesses what steps they can i For the latest on Lincoln Castle i Visit www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/heritage take now to enjoy the advantages the Revealed, visit www.lincolnshire.gov. skillscentre or call 01522 541173.

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Meet the winners of our 2014 Good Thanks for Citizens Awards, who represent all that is best about Lincolnshire s everything! great volunteering tradition

Citizen of the Year: Pete Beach For many years, champion fundraiser Pete Beach has put others before himself, raising thousands of pounds for those in need. In his home village of , he has established a series of events which benefit all kinds of good causes, both local and national. Pete is well known locally as the editor of the Ruskington Village Crier, a humorous newsletter which promotes charitable initiatives. Since 2008, Pete has organised an annual St George’s Day dinner, benefiting organisations such as Help for Heroes, the Royal British Legion and St Andrew s Children s Hospice to the tune of £6,000. He is also behind the village s annual sponsored bike rides, which have raised £8,000 since 2007 for charities including Macmillan Cancer Support and the British Heart Foundation. His latest fundraising drive has successfully paid for an annual Christmas dinner for older villagers who live on their own. Nominating him, Duncan Purdie said: Despite having some recent personal setbacks, he continues to devote his time and energy to helping others. He added: Pete s efforts and achieve- ments go back over many years. He should perhaps be named Citizen of the Decade!

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PMS 583 23C 0M 100Y 17K NEWS IN BRIEF Young Citizen: Bethany Smith A very caring person with a heart of gold, who gives up her time without a quibble for those who need it that's 18-year-old Spalding Grammar School sixth-former Bethany Smith. Nominating her, teacher Amanda Johnson added: She is a perfect example of a selfless person who does amazing things for her local community.” Over the years, Bethany, from Spalding, has shown a particular interest in supporting children and families from all backgrounds. Every Wednesday afternoon, she helps the reception class at Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School with lessons and other activities. Since 2010, she has volunteered as a young music leader at Scarlet Community Music Group, providing children in rural areas with arts and music opportunities, including sessions in dance acting and sign language. Bethany has also helped run workshops for children in care and their foster families. Her fundraising for good causes includes being the charity co-ordinator for her school house team, and holding events in aid of the Boston and South Holland Multiple Sclerosis Society. Community Group: Dementia Support South Lincs Being diagnosed with dementia can be a lonely experience for both the person living with the condition and their loved ones. Now, in communities around Stamford, Bourne and , this feeling of isolation is gradually becoming a thing of the past, thanks to a determined group of people who founded Dementia Support South Lincolnshire. Set up in 2011, the organisation became a registered charity in 2012, running a range of help, advice and social events for around 225 families, all paid for by the group s tireless fundraising. Outings, coffee mornings, Tai Chi and art sessions are just some of the activities put on by the group. There is also a new club for those with early onset dementia and an evening carers meeting. Chairman Heather Gilling said: The commitment of our committee members and volunteers is all the more remarkable when you consider that many are also carers of family members with dementia.

Couple / Pair: Bill and Marion Goodhand For almost half a century, hardworking Bill and Marion Goodhand have been at the centre of village life in . “It is difficult to think of any couple who have given such unstinting and selfless support to local organisations and individuals, explained their nominator, council chairman John Storer. Both are staunch supporters of St Chad s Church and members of the choir, while Bill has also served as churchwarden. A parish history buff, Bill regularly opens and runs the blacksmith s shop, a local heritage attraction, and was behind a parish council scheme to buy the scheduled ancient monument of Castle Hill. He was also involved with the creation of the village trail and the re-organisation of the Parish Field Path Network. A special A founder member of the Welbourn Playgroup, Marion was editor for many years of the Two thank-you Villages parish magazine, which also covers All our winners, plus a guest, . were treated to a day at the In addition, she was involved in the hospital car Lincolnshire Show, as well scheme, is a long-standing member of the village as a cash prize and a hall committee, and promotes local productions framed certificate through Lincolnshire Rural and Community Touring.

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Improvements are being made to services for children with additional needs and there s still time to help shape them

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The council has been working closely with children with special their say about the developments, which are supported by educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their parents. Lincolnshire Parent Carer Forum. Together, they have been looking at changes covering all aspects She said: The input of children, young people and families is vital of a child s journey from early years through to the age of 25. in helping us shape the services that will make a difference to them. Cllr Mrs Patricia Bradwell, executive councillor for children s We want to make sure that we provide the best options for children services, said: This is about developing and improving the way and families in Lincolnshire. children are identified, assessed and supported. The new arrangements will be in place locally by September. They “The present system can be too slow and difficult to navigate for will then be reviewed and updated as work with families continues. many parents and their children. It needs to be made fit for purpose, i For further information, go to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/ providing excellent support when and where it is needed. SENDreforms. The changes which follow new government legislation will take effect in the county in September. In particular, they will mean that: l Support for children and young people will be co-ordinated How to get involved throughout education, health and social care. l Events for parents and carers are still being held in early July l Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plans will replace SEN see the website for details. statements and Learning Difficulties Assessments. l You can email your comments to SEND_Reforms@lincoln l Children and young people with an EHC plan will have the shire.gov.uk or call 01522 550925. option of a personal budget. l Children and young people can get involved directly through l The council will ensure a clear outline of all services is available, school or college. For those educated at home or out of as will schools and colleges. the county, Action for Children is holding weekend events. l There will be improved support for young people in their As well as parents, carers and children, the council is also transition to adulthood. liaising with key partners, including early years settings, schools, Cllr Bradwell urged parents and children with special educational colleges, health, social care and voluntary organisations.

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Thousands of tonnes of recycling How you can help: in Lincolnshire have to be thrown away every year. l Please throw all food waste, The problem is the contamination including food-related paper or of recycling by non-recyclable waste cardboard items, in the rubbish and food and plastic bags are the bin not the recycling. main culprits. Just one dirty pizza box or un- l Rinse recyclable items such as Your emptied milk carton in the recycling milk containers, tin cans and household can ruin an entire lorry-load of plastic trays to get rid of any rubbish otherwise perfectly good items. leftover food. Plastic bags can also cause problems and add to the overall cost of the process. Plastic bags Thankfully, there are a few simple Sometimes residents put their re- tips that could save all that recycling cycling in plastic bags before from being wasted as well as a lot dropping it in the recycling bin. of taxpayers' money! Unfortunately, the bags then have to be removed by hand, adding to the Your food waste cost for taxpayers. Perhaps you ve had a party and How you can help: want to recycle food-related items like used paper plates, napkins and l Please put your loose recycling towels. straight in the recycling bin. Or maybe you re wondering what to do with an empty pizza box that l The plastic bags should go in has a bit of food left on the bottom. your normal rubbish as they ll Those things can t do any harm, then end up at our new Energy can they? Yes! The grease from the from Waste facility. There, they ll food could ruin a whole batch of burn really well, increasing the paper and cardboard as it s being electricity and income we can recycled. generate. Another common problem is peo- ple putting unemptied milk Cllr Reg Shore, executive member containers whether paper cartons for waste and recycling, said: Your or plastic bottles in their recycling. Plastic bags are one of our biggest When it reaches a bin lorry, the problems, and it would be a huge recycling container will be crushed and then help if people could simply place burst open, sending spoilt milk over their recycling directly into the all the clean materials and potentially recycling bin rather than bagging it ruining the whole load. up first.” In both cases, useful recycling material has been contaminated, Please visit www.lincolnshire. County News logo i Final artwork

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A right royal adventure! Thousands of young people supported by the council are working towards The Duke of Edinburgh s Award (DofE), boosting their job prospects while having fun In a survey, DofE came top of the activities complete the challenges in their own time. Madeleine Shaper, also 15, added: DofE is employers look for when selecting young They really enjoy the experience and learn lots fun because you make much better friendships staff. As well as looking great on your CV, it of new skills, and many continue volunteering than if you re just at school. It s a great is also a superb way to learn new skills and for example, as Beaver or Brownie leaders experience. make friends. afterwards. i For more about DofE in Lincolnshire, visit Over the summer, thousands of young They can also make friends for life and often www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/thingstodo. people aged 14 to 25 will be heading into the talk about the expedition for a long time. For countryside in pursuit of Bronze, Silver or Gold many, it’s the first time they’ve spent a week Awards. away. It s a very positive thing for teenagers to But DofE isn t just about expeditions, and be doing. participants also undertake volunteering, a Jacky adds: We also support 1,500 volun- physical activity and other skills. For Gold, teers, ensuring they have the correct training there’s a fifth, residential section. and know what supervising young people In Lincolnshire, the scheme is booming, entails. We couldn t manage without them. thanks to a small council team supporting the young people and the many volunteers who A great experience help them achieve their goals. In one expedition this year, seven girls aged 14 Last year alone, for example: and 15 from the Lincoln Open Award Group l The county was the first in this region (pictured) set off on an expedition as part of their to attract more than 3,000 new Bronze Award. participants. Starting at Sherwood Forest, they walked l 3,035 young people registered to take over 10 miles, carrying heavy gear, before Royal approval part – up nearly 6%. putting up tents and cooking dinner in gusty, Earlier this year, 45 young people from across l Of those, 1,190 achieved awards – a rainy conditions. Lincolnshire were invited to St James s Palace rise of nearly 14%. The girls were assessed throughout the to receive their Gold Awards from Prince l 5,170 went on an expedition, backed weekend for their competence at planning and Edward. by volunteers who gave 3,559 days of navigating. They included Carly Middlemiss (above), their own time. Sophie Ferris, 15, said: DofE has been hard from St Francis Special School in Lincoln, The council team is led by manager Jacky work but I ve enjoyed it. I m hoping to put it on my who has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair,

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An international expert has praised a wide- local people, ensuring they get the right care, in LHAC chairman Dr Tony Hill said: This is an ranging Lincolnshire health and care the right place, at the right time. opportunity for our county to lead the way in review looking at improvements such as A key element will be new neighbourhood quality health and care that is sustainable for neighbourhood teams. teams, bringing together experts like GPs, future generations. Sir John Oldham who has helped with social workers, therapists and community We are determined to grasp this opportunity similar work in the US, Canada and Australia nurses. to make a real difference to people s lives. even thinks it could even provide a model for Besides being better for local people, the The way services are set up for elective care the whole UK. review aims to make services more sustainable typically, involving planned surgery rather Speaking at a care summit earlier this at a time when Lincolnshire s population of than emergencies is also being looked at. summer, he said: I believe Lincolnshire is at older people is growing. Dr Hill added: Our approach has been to the leading edge of transforming health care. In particular, it could help to reduce the need challenge every aspect of the way we deliver You should be excited about what you can for stays in hospital, freeing them up to deal services to ensure that it puts patients at the achieve and proud of the progress you have with serious accidents, emergencies and centre. made so far. specialist services. i For more information, visit www. As reported in the last edition of County Known as Lincolnshire Health and Care lincolnshirehealthandcare.org, email News, the review was launched in 2013 to look (LHAC), the review is being driven by [email protected], phone at ways to improve services for residents in the professionals across the county, with input 01522 718051, or follow us on Twitter future. from the public. Detailed proposals are now @healthcarelincs. Please also keep In particular, it aims to bring them closer to being developed. an eye on the local media. More support for dementia carers Caring for someone with dementia can be a Cllr Mrs Patricia Bradwell, executive member for tiring experience, but many do so for a loved Adult Care, said: A break from your caring role one and don’t consider finding extra help. can help you recharge your batteries and be an Now a new scheme created with input from even more effective carer for your loved one. carers offers important support in various different And there s a range of options available, so the ways. support provided meets people s particular needs. Eligible carers will be entitled to funds for help at Cllr Bradwell added: A break doesn t home, shared activities, a day or night sit-in service, necessarily mean time away from the person you pre-bookable respite or a supported holiday. care for. It could be help with basic domestic The new Dementia Short Breaks Scheme has tasks, or someone to come with you to groups to been developed by Lincolnshire County Council do activities together. Adult Care with Lincolnshire Carers and Young i For the simple application form, or a new Carers Partnership. Dementia Carers Handbook with details It aims to help carers feel supported, protect of local groups, activities and short-break HELPING HAND: A range their health, and enable them to continue to care providers, phone the Carers Team on of support for dementia for their loved one. 01522 782224. carersCounty isNews logo now available. Final artwork

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Prevention is better than cure that s the principle behind the county s innovative Wellbeing Service. It provides support and technology to residents, including those with long-term health conditions, learning disabilities or mobility problems, or who feel isolated. That will give confidence to local people to carry on living in their own homes for as long as possible This new service something they consistently say they want. is enabling residents In addition, the service is to feel more available to anyone over the confident and safe, age of 18 not just those in sheltered housing. through practical Cllr Mrs Patricia Bradwell, support tailored to executive councillor for adult services and public health, their needs said: As we get older or start to become vulnerable, some of us may need a bit of help to carry on living independently. “This new service is enabling residents to feel more confident and safe, through practical support tailored to their needs. It s all about offering early intervention and taking a preventative approach. That will reduce emergency hospital admissions and long stays in residential care, easing the pressures on the health and social care services. Through a single assess- ment, residents can get tailored advice and guid- ance, short-term help to get back on their feet, and practical support like free installation of equipment such as grab rails. The Wellbeing Service can also install and monitor Telecare alarms and send someone to your home immediately after a critical incident like a fall any time of day or night. What s on offer Anyone interested in l Free assessment understanding your needs and how we can receiving support through help meet them. the Wellbeing Service, l Free installation of equipment small aids such as grab rails which started on 1 April, and alarms, for just the cost of the equipment. can phone for inform- l Free short-term support advice and support to set you on ation and have their the right path to independence. needs assessed for free. l Alarm monitoring by experienced operators, 24 hours a day, for just 36p per week. i To find out more, please call 01522 782140 or visit www. l Rapid response urgent visits to your home in a crisis, 24 hours a lincolnshire.gov.uk/wellbeingservice. day and 365 days a year, for £1.50 per week.

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Lest we forget 100 years after the outbreak of the First World War, events are taking place to commemorate the sacrifices made

On 4 August 1914, Britain reluctantly and events. outside their control. declared war on Germany following its The centrepiece will be The Great War We ve so many tales to tell we re sharing invasion of Belgium. It was to prove a Remembered, a series of autumn exhibitions some as a daily blog at www.facebook.com/ conflict unlike any before. at the Museum of Lincolnshire Life looking at museumoflincolnshirelife, where they’ll unfold Around the country, men rallied to the the war through the eyes of county people. at the pace of the real events. cause, optimistic it would all be over by It begins with 1914, A Call to Arms for The exhibition will be complemented by Christmas. By the time hostilities ended in Lincolnshire, which features key objects from events such as family craft workshops, living November 1918, more than nine million had the Royal Lincolnshire Regimental and history weekends and free lectures by local been killed, with many more injured. Lincolnshire Yeomanry collections, many experts. Cllr Nick Worth, executive member for never displayed before. 1914, A Call to Arms for Lincolnshire runs culture and heritage, said: It s vital we never There are also personal items illustrating from 4 August to 4 January 2015, and forget the sacrifices made – both on the front life on the home front as the entire commun- admission is free. line and here in Lincolnshire. ity was dragged into a war to end all wars . Over the next few years we ll be exploring Curator Theresa Workman said: We re i For details, visit www.lincolnshire.gov. the stories of those who became embroiled uncovering poignant and gripping stories of uk/museumoflincolnshirelife or phone

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PMS 377 | summer40C 0M 100Y 38K 2014 PMS 583 23C 0M 100Y 17K 16 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/countynews I did not give them willingly Many mothers knew the heartbreak of losing a son to the Great War. But for one Lincolnshire woman, the cost was much greater. Amy Beechey saw eight sons go to war just three made it back. Only one other family the Souls from Gloucestershire lost as many. The Beechey family had lived in with , Lincolnshire, where Reverend Prince William Thomas Beechey had been rector. The family then moved to Lincoln when he was taken ill, living in a two-up, two-down in Avondale Street. The five boys, Barnard, Charles, Frank, Harold and Leonard, were killed on the battlefields of France, Flanders and East through the letters they sent home from the Africa. A sixth, Christopher, survived a front line. sniper s bullet at Gallipoli but was left disabled These were donated to Lincolnshire for life. Archives by Joey (Josephine) Warren, the In April 1918, Amy was presented to King daughter of their younger sister, Edie. George V and his wife, to be honoured for her immense sacrifice. “It was no sacrifice, The Last Post Ma’am,” she told Queen Mary. “I did not give During Armistice Week in November, a them willingly. moving tribute to the Beechey family will be In 1919, Amy returned to Friesthorpe to staged at Lincoln s Drill Hall. DOING THEIR BIT: Munitionettes pull a unveil a plaque in memory of her five boys at Written by two volunteer local writers, “The Lincoln-built Sopwith Camel along the local church. Last Post” is inspired by the 300 letters sent Monks Road in around 1917 to Amy Beechey is buried in Newport home by the Beechey boys during the war. encourage women to join the Land Army. Cemetery, Lincoln. In 2008, as a mark of Staged by the Lincoln Mystery Plays respect, Cooke/Connell Fundraisers (Joe community theatre company, it is a tribute to Cooke MBE and Frank Connell, Sheriff of the a remarkable family to their dignity, City of Lincoln) had her grave cleaned and patriotism and extraordinary sacrifice. the headstone renovated. The production takes place from 11 to The Lincs to the Past website at www. i 15 November. Visit www.lincolndrill lincstothepast.com traces the boys story hall.com or phone 01522 873894.

Barnard Reeve Beechey. Charles Reeve Beechey. Leonard Reeve Beechey. Christopher William Born 26 April 1877, Pinchbeck, Born 27 April 1878, Pinchbeck, Born 31 August 1881, Reeve Beechey. Lincolnshire. Killed in action 25 Lincolnshire. Died of wounds 20 Southwark. Died of wounds Born 1 June 1883. Died 1969, September 1915, aged 38. October 1917, aged 39. 29 December 1917, aged 36. Western Australia, aged 85.

THEN AND NOW: Above, soldiers of the Lincolnshire Yeomanry at the Old Barracks, Lincoln, in around Frank Collett Reeve Eric Reeve Beechey. Harold Reeve Beechey. Samuel St Vincent 1915, and, below, the building now as part of the Beechey. Born 12 October Born 28 April 1889. Born 22 March 1891. Reeve Beechey. 1886. Died of wounds Died 1954, aged 65. Killed in action 10 April 1917, Born 13 August 1899.

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LIFETIME PASSION: Cliff Newton (main photo, front left) and the Newton Newton team show Flying the flag off their work, and (inset, from left) Nothing expresses pride more than a flag. And some Wendy Johnson and Selina Newton of the finest are being made right here in Lincolnshire create a design.

In pursuit of excellence, the British veterans’ associations. retired, it remains in the capable hands of Government, our armed forces and The flags are also prized by world-leading their daughters, Tracy and Selina. big businesses from around the world clients such as Apple, Rolex, Cartier and BP, “They run the business so well. I still get all come to a modest former chapel in plus the Formula One World Championship a buzz from seeing the quality of the work,” . in the United Arab Emirates. says Cliff proudly. It is home to the small family-run business Cliff's passion for flags began as a child of Newton Newton, set up in 1975 and now when his father brought home a German one Small is beautiful one of just a handful of elite flag and banner at the end of the Second World War. Newton Newton, which employs six staff, makers left in the UK. He later became an expert in their history is one of almost 25,000 small and medium Business founder Cliff Newton, 81, said: and usage and, following redundancy from a enterprises (SMEs) in Lincolnshire. “It’s painstaking work, carried out by the most previous job, took the plunge and launched Defined as being a business of fewer skilled experts using age-old techniques. the business. than 250 people, they make up 99.6% of “They'll typically spend five years honing “I had no experience when I set up the the county s entire roster of companies their trade before they're ready to take on company – just a real interest and fire in the and employ 52% of the area s 270,000- ornate commissions from start to finish.” belly,” recalls Cliff. “It’s never been a job for strong workforce. Newton Newton flags – all made with the me. It's a passion.” Last year, the council supported 803 best British fabrics – are so special they line Cliff was later helped by a Sir Winston SMEs across the county, as well as the ceremonial route to Buckingham Palace Churchill Fellowship, which enabled him to ensuring training for almost 9,000 people. along the Mall, as well as being displayed in travel to the USA and Canada, learning new other famous streets. flag-making techniques he could then bring i For more about Newton Newton, In addition, they are approved by HM back home. which was recognised last year by Armed Forces, the Royal British Legion, the Since then, the business has thrived and, “Dragon” Theo Paphitis, visit www.

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PMS 377 | summer40C 0M 100Y 38K 2014 PMS 583 23C 0M 100Y 17K 18 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/countynews YOUTH OFFENDING Giving something back Young offenders in Lincolnshire are making amends to local people through a range of community projects In the past year, more than 160 young Cllr Barry Young is executive member the hard work you are all putting in to help people aged from 10 to 17 have spent for community safety with Lincolnshire these youngsters. around 3,500 hours on work such as County Council, which runs the Youth Another project centred on Carters Park removing graffiti and clearing up school Offending Service (YOS). and Cemetery in Holbeach, where groups gardens. He said: We know that when a young of young offenders (including two pictured That s not just good for the communities, person has offended once, they are likely with a YOS officer) helped with a range of who see the young people taking to re-offend. jobs. responsibility for their wrongdoing. Through these activities, we hope the They included painting park benches, It can also be life-changing for the young people can reintegrate with the chopping trees, clearing undergrowth, offenders, with many taking the chance to community, learn skills, and avoid being planting flowers and giving maintenance turn their backs on crime once and for all. further drawn into crime. support to the park keeper. This means we not only keep the public Afterwards, Holbeach Parish Council safe, but also give our young people the clerk Teresa Dailey passed on councillors chance to choose a new life. sincere thanks for the work undertaken One highly successful project in Lincoln- by the teams , adding: We look forward shire took place in Grantham, where two to working together again in the future. local youths had caused thousands of Elsewhere, young offenders spent pounds worth of damage to a cemetery. weekends painting walls and clearing To make amends, they worked with the gardens at Branston Junior School, while Youth Offending Service to tidy up church- others got stuck in to cleaning and yards, including gardens at the Church of maintenance support at the Carlton Youth the Ascension in Harrowby. Centre in Boston. Following their work, church secretary For details of the Lincolnshire Youth Celia Harris said the young people s i Offending Service, or if you d like behaviour had been exemplary young offenders to get involved in throughout . your community project, phone She also told the YOS: We wanted to 01522 554554 or email YOSHead let you know how appreciative we are of [email protected].

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PMS 583 23C 0M 100Y 17K FACE TO FACE Putting people first Lincolnshire Independents group leader Cllr Marianne Overton MBE is passionate about the issues that matter to local residents

Our communities expect their councillors to listen, lead and help create better places for us to live and work. For me, it is about working to identify what is needed and then making it happen. Together with the community, we have achieved some impressive things. These include some that others said were impossible, starting in 1991 with our campaign for the much- needed Leadenham Bypass, now neatly in place. I love working in and for our communities, both directly and at all levels of local government. I was recently re-elected to represent the county at a national level, being vice-chairman of the Local Government Association and leader of the Independent Group of Councillors for and Wales. This national influence means I am able to meet ministers, MPs and cross-bench independent peers to promote issues that matter to Lincolnshire residents, such as a fair share of resources and flood defence. In Lincolnshire, I have enjoyed working to improve life as a governor at the University of Lincoln, a non-executive director with NHS Lincolnshire, chairman and trustee of the relation- ship charity Relate Lincolnshire, and president of the British Lung Foundation s Lincoln Breathe Easy support group. Locally, a number of us have worked to create voluntary car schemes, and District University of the Third Age, and new business networks for Branston and . Our planet is a marvellous place, and encouraging people of all ages to enjoy learning about it helps secure its future. Over a lifetime, I have organised and led expeditions for teams of over 80 people to some of the remotest parts of our world, promoting both the personal development of young volunteers and conservation. With a degree in biological sciences, a postgraduate qualification and experience working in education, I have also led and organised a host of events for the Society of Biology for over 30 years, serving in Lincolnshire, regionally and nationally. I am keen to support environmental matters closer to home and have been vocal in promoting a balance between businesses and jobs, services and infrastructure, and making sure we have only the houses we need, at prices we can afford.

i Marianne represents the Branston and Navenby division on Lincolnshire County Council and leads the nine-strong Lincolnshire Independents group. WALK ON THE WILD SIDE: She is married to Peter, and they have a grown-up Cllr Marianne Overton explores son, Michael. To contact her, phone 01400 273323 or Ancaster Woods with (from left) 07920 235364 (mobile), or email cllrm.overton@ Tom Livingstone, nine, and his brother, Jack, 10. lincolnshire.gov.uk.

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Putting people first Eight fabulous pages of district news

HOWZAT: Cricket Club members enjoy their revamped practice areas with Cllr Giles McNeill.

Leader s Welcome

Welcome to the summer edition of the West Lindsey News. As our schools gear up for the long break, here s hoping we will enjoy some good weather like we did last year. This is the time to enjoy being outside, so to help you make the most of the great outdoors, take a look at our handy barbecue safety tips. It s fantastic to see how the Councillor Initiative Fund is really making a difference in our communities. As the story on this page about Nettleham Cricket Club shows, this money has had a huge impact on projects, both big and small, in all areas of the district. It s also a great way for those projects to attract additional funding from other sources. All kinds of people in our community need additional help, and I would like to praise the Lincolnshire Homelessness Strategy Group for doing some fantastic work to tackle the problem of homelessness. Because of its rural nature, the county has some unique challenges in finding and supporting people who may be rough sleeping. This organisation is a Hit for six! great example of what can be achieved when local authorities and other partners share their experience Nettleham Cricket Club has been bowled help with the overhaul of the practice nets at and work together. over, thanks to funding batted over to them! Mulsanne Park in Nettleham. On another positive note, I am extremely proud to Cllr Giles McNeill donated £750 from his I m sure they will be well used and help live and work in West Lindsey, so it was a great Councillor Initiative Fund to resurface the club s local cricket continue to flourish.” honour to be part of the celebrations marking the worn areas of carpet at the practice nets. A senior member of the club, David council s 40th year. This was a fantastic opportunity Players aged from six to 60 will benefit from Wheatley, added: We are very appreciative of to both reflect on past success and look to the future the refurbishment, which should keep the club this generous assistance which will give new with current and former colleagues. in the Lincolnshire League Premier Division. life to the areas as they are used continuously I hope everyone has a happy and healthy summer, The Councillor Initiative Fund is available throughout the summer months. whether staying here in Lincolnshire or jetting off to all 37 district councillors, who have been “The wear on the carpets was significant, so abroad. allocated £4,000 each to spend over two we are delighted we have been able to repair years on projects in their ward. the worst areas. It means we ll get several And in March the council announced an more years life before they have to be fully extra £37,000 for the fund in the budget replaced.” meaning each councillor will get an extra i If you are interested in getting involved £1,000 to support community projects. in cricket at Nettleham, phone Louise

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A CRAFTY LOOK: checking out the handmade products are volunteer co-ordinator Michelle Molave, ward member Cllr Burt Keimach and manager Stella Tuplin. Jewel in the crown gets cash boost Market Rasen s volunteer-run Little Shop of Treasures is looking craftspeople to provide local handmade goods. forward to a bright future thanks to funding of almost £12,000 Cllr Keimach added: It s not often that you get to be able to help from West Lindsey District Council and the National Lottery. so many people set up their own businesses, but by providing a The arts and crafts store which stocks local handmade goods is shop at the Hub that is exactly what we have done. based at the town s Hub multi-use centre. I am really pleased to have been able to support such an innovative The council s Community Chest provided £500 for decorating, project in my local community. and Cllr Burt Keimach, who represents The shop is open 10am-4pm every weekday Market Rasen, donated £1,500 from his except Thursday, and 10am-2pm Saturday. Councillor Initiative Fund for the shop s We want to make The Hub has just appointed volunteer co- shelving units. It also received a grant of ordinator Michelle Molave who will be running £9,860 from the Lottery Awards for All. this venture a real an access point for those who would like to Since opening its doors in November, success and we are give their time for free. Committed people will business has gone from strength-to-strength, be eligible for NVQ training in areas such as with the craftspeople and artists running the always on the look- customer services, retail, and business and outlet in return for being able to sell their wares. administration. Hub Centre manager Stella Tuplin, out for more people i If you are interested in volunteering or explained: Some of the money can be used selling your handmade crafts, please to help some of our more rural volunteers get into town to be able to contact the Hub on 01673 844556. volunteer and help out. To apply for funding from the Community Chest, please email We want to make this venture a real success and we are [email protected] or phone 01529 301951/

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PMS 377 | summer40C 0M 100Y 38K 2014 PMS 583 23C 0M 100Y 17K 22 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/countynews A SPECIAL OCCASION: Celebrating 40 years of local government. Many happy returns West Lindsey! Faces past and present came together to mark 40 years since West huge privilege to have held the role twice during her political career. Lindsey District Council was created. She said: I don t have to sing the praises of West Lindsey we all As part of national local government reorganisation, the authority know them because we live and work here. was formed on 1 April 1974 from the urban districts of Gainsborough It was an honour to be chairman as we celebrated our 40th year as and Market Rasen along with Rural, Gainsborough Rural and a council, and wonderful to welcome so many people to join in our Welton Rural. celebrations. Current councillors were joined by former chairmen and other civic Council leader Cllr Jeff Summers and chief executive Manjeet Gill guests including Gainsborough MP Sir and the deputy both spoke about their own highlights during their time with the council. Lord Lieutenant for Lincolnshire John Burke. The celebrations ended with prayers led by Canon Michael Cooney The then council chairman Cllr Irmgard Parrott said it had been a and a toast by Mr Burke. Blue bins are best Residents are being encouraged to Do your bit for the environment use their blue recycling bin as and make sure that you use your blue much as possible. bin. Don t worry if it gets full - the council All of the following can go in your will even take away extra recycling if it is blue recycling bin left next to the bin on collection day. Just make sure that you use carrier l All plastic bottles bags or cardboard boxes, so that l All cardboard crews can easily see what s in them. l All paper Recycling is good for the environ- l Glass all bottles and jars ment because it saves energy and l Soft drinks and beer/lager cans natural resources, helps tackle clim- l Food tins ate change and reduces pollution. It also creates jobs as waste can be i If you have more than one made into exciting new products. black bin, please telephone Chairman of the prosperous com- our customer services team on munities committee Cllr Owen Bierley 01427 676676 and we will organise said: A lot of people don t realise the for it to be collected. wide range of items that we collect. Visit www.west-lindsey.gov. It s now even easier than ever to uk/recycling for further information KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY: You re

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Tackling issues that matter to you that s the aim of the West Lindsey Community Safety Partnership. Working on your behalf to make the area a safer place is a group of representatives from the council, police, fire and rescue service, probation, and health services. This year the priorities are anti-social behaviour, domestic abuse, substance misuse and rural issues, which include crime, isolation and making it easier to access services. These will be reviewed annually, and can be changed to reflect other local issues of concern. Lead member Cllr Alan Caine said: “We want to do all that we can to help make West Lindsey a safer place to live, work and visit. “By working together closely, the agencies making up the West Lindsey Community Safety Partnership can ensure the real issues that matter most to local people are being tackled. “It is also vital that those people who do need help know where to go to find it.” The West Lindsey partnership reports to the Lincolnshire Community Safety Part- We want to do all nership which focusses on countywide priorities and can tackle problems on a that we can to help much greater scale. make West Lindsey a safer place to i Do you have view? Want to have a say on our priorities? live, work and visit Anything you think should be added in 2015? If you have an opinion on what West IN SAFE HANDS: Lindsey Community Safety Partnership Members of the West should be concentrating on then get in Lindsey Community touch. Safety Partnership from left, PCSO Laura Fletcher, Please email your comments to customer. PCSO Bill Thomas, Cllr [email protected] with the Alan Caine, and head of subject line Community Safety Partnership. Localism at West Lindsey District Council Jo Riddell..

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Anti-social behaviour Anti-social behaviour covers every- thing from fly-tipping and graffiti to harassment and noise. It is not tolerated in West Lindsey, and if you have a problem please report it by phoning 01427 676676 or visit www.west-lindsey.gov.uk. Unfortunately we cannot take anonymous reports, however com- plainant’s details are kept confidential. Where the person causing pro- blems is the tenant of a housing association, please contact the relevant organisation: l Acis Group 01427 678000 l Longhurst and Havelock 0800 1114013 l Waterloo Homes 0800 435016

Reporting other concerns The 999 emergency number can be used where there is fear for your own or someone else s immediate safety. Concerns about drug prod- uction, dealing or use and any other crimes should be reported to the police on their non- emergency number 101.

Domestic abuse If you are suffering from domestic abuse, are concerned about someone else s welfare, or just want more information, please contact the West Lindsey Domestic Abuse Service on 01427 616219. This is a service for men, women and children.

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Planning ahead - new booking service for customers! A new appointment service that makes it easier for residents to meet HELPING HAND: Do members of the planning team is being piloted in response to you have the skills to customer demand. help people make the This means you can see a planner at a time to suit you to discuss most of the internet? applications and enquiries. Cllr Stuart Curtis, planning committee chairman, said: We are trialling the appointment service for six months. Customers will be able to see a member of the team on a Monday, Champions needed to Wednesday and Friday. We hope this will help provide customers with a bespoke service that is proactive and planned. Designating special days for appointments means that on promote IT skills Tuesdays and Thursdays planners can work on applications without interruptions. Many residents who live in isolated rural communities have difficulty i To make an appointment to see a planning officer email getting in touch with the services they need. [email protected], phone the customer Now a project has been launched by the council to give people services team on 01427 676676, or pop into the Gainsborough greater access to computers so they can easily contact relevant Guildhall or Market Rasen area offices. organisations, while improving their IT skills and, if necessary, job Opening hours for appointments are Monday 8.30am - 5pm, hunt. Wednesday 8.30am - 3.30pm and Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm. To make sure the scheme is a success volunteers, known as digital champions, are being sought to support people to use IT equipment donated to community venues by the council. Those who put themselves forward will be given accredited training. Keep up to Deputy leader Cllr Anne Welburn said: The intention is to give all residents access to IT by putting it into the community and improving date 24/7 access to council services. But we also need to equip them with the skills and support to use Social media means it is easier it to its full potential, and that is where the digital champions are than ever to keep in touch with the invaluable. council and stay up to date with The project is being funded by the European Social Fund (ESF), the latest news. which aims to help people fulfil their potential by giving them better Follow us on Facebook and ALL SMILES: skills and job prospects. Twitter to be the first to find out Natasha Hand If you are interested in becoming a digital champion, or about our job vacancies, events wins a £25 i if you know of somewhere that could host IT equipment in and severe weather warnings. shopping your community, contact Frances Roddis on 01427 676513 or It is also a great way to ask us a voucher for liking our email [email protected]. question - just post it on our status. Facebook page or Tweet us and we will reply as soon as we can. You could also be in with a chance of Register of Payments to Members 2013/14 winning one of our competitions. Natasha Hand, 31, was the lucky winner of a £25 shopping Under the Local Authorities (Member Allowance) Regulations 2003, voucher after entering our competition in March. the register of payments for the period April 1 2013 March 31 2014 to She said: I liked the Facebook page because I was looking to West Lindsey district councillors is now available. move and wanted to find out what was available.” It can be viewed online at www.west-lindsey.gov.uk/MembersAllowances Natasha plans to use the voucher to help towards buying a few and at the Guildhall in Gainsborough, Festival Hall in Market Rasen and finishing touches for her new house in Gainsborough. Multi-Use Centre in Caistor. Facebook: www.facebook.com/westlindseydistrictcouncil

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PMS 377 | summer40C 0M 100Y 38K 2014 PMS 583 23C 0M 100Y 17K 26 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/countynews Top barbecue safety tips SUMMERTIME SAFETY: Make sure you follow Eating outdoors with family and friends is something many of us look forward to simple food hygiene rules outdoors. with the onset of warmer summer weather. While this is an enjoyable activity, cooking outside can be risky if not done properly. Don t forget that the good hygiene you normally practise in the kitchen still applies. To make sure that your food is safe to eat, remember this simple advice before, during and after the flames have gone out. l Always wash your hands thoroughly before preparing food, after touching raw meat and before eating. l Raw meats can contain harmful bacteria and should be separated from cooked and ready-to-eat food. l Barbecued food may look well-cooked when it isn’t. Make sure burgers, sausages and chicken are properly cooked by cutting into the meat and checking that it is hot all the way through, that none of it is pink and that any juices run clear. l If you're barbecuing for lots of people, it’s a good idea to cook meat or poultry in the oven and finish it off on the barbecue for flavour. And don t forget to tell your neighbours if you are having a get-together. Keep noise levels reasonable, especially late at night. Busting myths about Need help to continue homelessness to live on your own?

People who find themselves without a A pilot project helping permanent place to live often struggle adults to stay safe and ind- to ask for help because they don t ependent in West Lindsey realise they’re officially homeless. has been extended until Rough sleepers on our streets may September. be the most visible face of the problem First Contact Plus is a free – but many more are ‘sofa surfing’ with advice and information ser- family and friends, or staying in other vice for individuals aged 18 temporary accommodation. and over. It is an extension of the countywide First Contact Now the Lincolnshire Homelessness scheme for residents aged 60 and over. Strategy Group (LHSG) is working This provides an easy way, through a single contact and a hard to dispel some of the myths about simple checklist, to put you in touch with a wide range of the issue to make it easier to get local organisations that can help you with some of the support. following issues: Relationship breakdown, violence l Money and benefits information and financial problems are just some l Energy efficiency advice of the reasons why people can find l Feeling safe and secure in your home themselves without a roof over their l Wanting to have a healthier lifestyle head. l Getting out and about Michelle Howard, chair of the LHSG, A HOME OF YOUR l Social groups and activities said: All the people in need of our OWN: Supporting l Local information for families services have life stories - they all those without a place to live. l Help with careers and further education have their own reasons for becoming homeless. No-one choses to be in Checklists are available locally from places such as your this situation and they need our support. GP surgery, library or parish council office. On completion it The council can help by providing a housing needs assessment, giving can be returned using the FREEPOST address. advice, helping with landlords and lenders, as well as debt advice. i If you need more information please ring the First For more information visit the housing advice and homelessness Contact Team on 01522 782172 or email firstcontact

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West Lindsey News Trinity Arts Centre What s On Live Sizzling summer shows! Live broadcasts of top London productions are among the highlights of a packed summer programme at Gainsborough s Trinity Arts Centre. Following the success of our first National Theatre Live transmission in May, we’re proud to announce the live screening of the one-off reunion of comedy legends Monty Python. Plays by touring companies, tribute band performances, National Theatre Live’s showing of Greek tragedy Medea, plus an appearance by family favourite King Silly are all part of our exciting line-up. WUTHERING Below is a selection of our forthcoming live shows. Please visit our website and Facebook for the full HEIGHTS: Emily programme. Bronte s classic.

WUTHERING HEIGHTS A LITTLE IN TENTS 4 July, 7.30pm 20 September, 7.30pm Tickets £12/£10 Tickets £10/£8.50 Chapterhouse Theatre presents Emily Pensioner Ron and his son Simon head Bronte s classic love story set on the off on a camping trip, despite neither beautiful, mysterious wilderness of the of them having slept in a tent since a Yorkshire Moors. disastrous holiday in Bridlington in MONTY PYTHON 1982 when Simon was 12. This is not RAVE ON LIVE: Broadcast quite the outdoor experience any of 5 July, 7.30pm viewing comes to them had envisaged, but as they all Trinity in July. Tickets £15 appear to have their own reasons for Rave On celebrates the music of the staying put they stick it out. Full of man himself, Buddy Holly. Will rock 'n' Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Tom Beard) presents amazing guests laughter, tears, tenderness and roll ever die? That'll be the day! Jones and Michael Palin will perform and acts from TV shows such as campsite capers. some of their greatest hits, with Britain s Got Talent, CBBC's The LIMEHOUSE LIZZY modern, topical, Pythonesque twists. Slammer and Alesha's Street Dance WHOLE LOTTA LED 10 July, 8pm Monty Python are rightfully regarded Stars, Channel 5's Milkshake, and 26 September, 7.30pm Tickets £14/£12 as among the world’s finest-ever BBC's Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Tickets £14 The world s number one Thin Lizzy comedians. They influenced a Come and join in the fun! Be transported back in time and re-live tribute band. generation and revolutionised comedy. classic music played with passion and This promises to be among the biggest NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE energy by the UK s longest running, REVOLTING CHILDREN live events of 2014. PRESENTS MEDEA professional Led Zeppelin tribute band. 12 July, 2.30 and 6pm 4 September, 7pm Tickets £5 Tickets £12/£10 Be dazzled dance group present Helen McCrory plays the title role in a their summer spectacular. new version of Euripides powerful Contact us tragedy. Medea is a wife and a mother. Trinity Arts Centre ABSOLUTELY For her husband, Jason, she s left her Trinity Street, Gainsborough, 19 July 6pm/20 July 2pm home and borne two sons in exile. But Lincolnshire, DN21 2AL Tickets £6.50 when he abandons his family for a new Trinity Performing Arts theatre life, Medea faces banishment and Book online at school presents a cartoon- separation from her children. Cornered, www www.trinityarts.co.uk suspense-mystery-thriller- she begs for one day s grace. It s time www.facebook.com/ comedy-musical set in a enough. She exacts an appalling trinityartscentre St Trinian s style school from Hell! revenge and destroys everything she @trinityartscent holds dear. ☎ Phone 01427 676655 MONTY PYTHON LIVE (mostly) 20 July (live) 7pm VOODOO ROOM Free secure car parking monitored by 24 July (encore) 7pm KING SILLY AND FRIENDS 6 September, 7.30pm CCTV is available behind the centre, Tickets £14/£12 9 August, 2pm Tickets £10 (advance)/£12 (on door) accessible from Sandsfield Lane. Broadcast from London s O2 Arena, Tickets £10/£8 This exciting classic power trio pay this is the first time in more than three Join King Silly and friends as they tribute to both Hendrix and Cream, decades that comedy legends Monty perform the greatest show on Earth performing a kicking, world class show Python will reunite live on stage. well - the greatest show in the in total appreciation of these pioneers

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WHAT S ON Out and About To celebrate summer, this special three-page section highlights all kinds of exciting events coming your way

BATTLE OF LINCOLN FAIR: THE milestones in RAF history, including beautiful limewood – light a fire, build CASTLE SIEGE Red Arrows’ 50th display season, 65th a shelter, and more. Please wear sturdy 28 - 29 June anniversary of NATO, 70 years since boots and bring waterproofs. Booking Lincoln Castle. Witness the castle D-Day landings and commemoration of essential. 07747 006452 or jenny. under siege: knights, soldiers, archers, start of First World War. Adults [email protected]. crossbowmen and civilians re-enact advance £24. 01522 726102 / www. this 1217 battle with firepower display. waddingtonairshow.co.uk. ARTISTS AND ARTISANS OF Complete with living history RICHARD III encampment, an action-packed day for CONCERT ON THE GREEN DEEPING CARNIVAL 12 - 13 July, Mon - Fri 10am - all the family. 29 June, 11am - 4pm 6 July 5pm, Sat and Sun 11am - 5pm Eastgate Green (outside National John Eve Field and Glebe Park. Tour de Gainsborough Old Hall. Fine arts, OPEN GARDENS Centre for Craft & Design), Sleaford. Deeping parade through town from cuisine and fashion from the reign of & FLOWER DISPLAY Free open-air concert to mark Armed 11am until noon. Stage and arena King Richard III. Adults £6.50, under 28 - 29 June, from noon Forces Day. Music from The Ruffs, entertainment, fun fair, market stalls 5s free. Open gardens around village, plus Sleaford Concert Band, The Tabby and refreshments. Email tony. flower display at All Saints Church. Road Drummers and more, hosted by [email protected]. Refreshments available. Admission £3, Lincs FM’s John Marshall. 01529 children free. Dogs on leads allowed. 414155 or www.n-kesteven.gov.uk/ WRANGLE SHOW Parking at village hall car park. In aid of ArmedForcesDay. 6 July, from 10am Church Bells Project. Attractions include Jez Avery, Eagle BOURNE SUMMER CARNIVAL Heights, marching band, tightrope 29 June, 10am - 4pm walker Bernie Bennett, cooking Town centre. Fairground rides, demonstration by Rachel Green, local food market, children’s fancy band The Ruffs, circus workshop, dress, street entertainment, hog classic vehicles, BBQ and more. Adults roast and BBQ, music and more. £4.50, children £1 (under 5s free). 07837 499061. Free parking. 01205 871627 / www. wrangleshow.co.uk. THE 40th SHOW EAST LINDSEY MARKETS 13 July, from 10am Various dates LINCOLNSHIRE ARTISTS AT SAM Recreation Ground, off Ancaster Horncastle Farmers’ Market – 26 SCORER Avenue. Family attractions including July, 23 Aug, 27 Sept. Horncastle 8 - 20 July (Tuesday - Sunday, vintage vehicles, craft marquees, trade Craft Market – 12 July, 9 Aug, 10am - 4pm) stands, shire horse show, six-mile road 13 Sept. Louth Food Friday – 5 Drury Lane, Lincoln, LN1 3BN. Don’t race, grand parade and more. Still only 11 July, 8 Aug, 12 Sept. Louth miss the Lincolnshire Artists’ Society £3 for adults, children / concessions Craft Market – 19 July, 16 Aug, Summer Exhibition – admission free. £2 – proceeds to local charities. http:// 20 Sept. 01507 601111 or www.samscorergallery.co.uk or http:// spilsbyshow.co.uk / 01790 752213. www.e-lindsey.gov.uk. lincsartists.wordpress.com. NAVENBY ROMAN DAY SO FESTIVAL LOUTH TEXTILE GROUP ARTS EXHIBITION 13 July, 10am - 4pm 28 June - 6 July 4 - 5 July, meetings start at 7pm 11 - 13 July, 11am - 5.30pm Experience Roman life directly on the Across East Lindsey. Returning for its Louth Library. 4 July – talk by Janet St Mary’s Church. Fine art from Lincs, archaeological site. Open space, sixth year, the annual celebration of Marrows about Nuno Felting. 5 July Yorks and Notts. Refreshments, plus corner of Chapel Lane / Highdyke culture has something for everyone, – workshop on Klimpt Kaleidoscope. other interest stalls. Entry by catalogue (Roman ). Parking including whispering trees, seven-foot Plus – 5 Sept, AGM. £1.50. Easy parking, toilets, good nearby. 01522 811514. snails, circus ringleaders and travelling access. 07770 985769. menageries! Finale weekend includes a RAF WADDINGTON AIR SHOW LOUTH FOOD FAYRE Saturday Night Spectacle, complete 5 - 6 July, from 8am BUSHCRAFT DAY 13 July, 10am - 4pm with fire, light and fireworks, in RAF Waddington. Largest of all RAF 12 July, 10am - 4pm Town centre. Lincolnshire’s finest food on 5 July. 01507 613456 / shows, with the anticipated return of Chambers Farm Wood, near Wragby. and drink at family market. www. www.sofestival.org. Avro Vulcan Bomber. Also, celebrating £30. Introduction to bushcraft in lovelouth.co.uk.

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activities and more. Weekend finishes LONG SUTTON & DISTRICT CIVIC display and walking groups, Out and About with church service to crown Feast SOCIETY culminating in a great parade. Free. continued Rose Queen. www.rippingalevillage. 26 July, 10am - 4 pm; 27 July, 01507 441640 / http://www. co.uk or 01778 440444. noon - 4 pm suttononsea.info/carnival. St Matthew s Church, . 1940s FESTIVAL Residents histories of ancestors who SKEGNESS ILLUMINATIONS 19 - 20 July fought in WW1. Exhibition of letters, 2 August, 6pm - 10pm Step back to 1940s on Home Front medals and items of the era. Also Sun Tower Esplanade. Dancers, bands, with events across the village (LN10 10am, Service of Commemoration. Butlins Redcoats show and switch-on 6QH). Military and classic vehicles, 01406 362310 or jeffers58@btinternet. with Dancing on Ice winner Ray Quinn. living history, memorabilia, open-air com. Free. 01754 767300. concerts, BBMF flypast and more. Free. www.woodhall-spa-40s-festival. OPEN GARDENS, SUMMER com or 01526 353235. MARKET AND ART/CRAFT The wonders of the Wurlitzer. EXHIBITION MARKET RASEN TRACTOR 2 August, 10am - 4pm CHARITY FUN DAY ROADRUN Market Rasen town square. Summer IN AID OF MAKE A WISH 20 July market with art and craft exhibition / 13 July, 11am - 3pm Leaves 10am from Skinners Lane, demonstrations in the nearby Festival Village Hall. Free. , LN8 3JD. Refreshments Hall (free). Also, Open Gardens around 01507 328390. and attractions in aid of prostate cancer. town (£3 inclusive of all gardens). 01673 844308 / 07880 840457. 01673 842495 or email SLEAFORD CARNIVAL [email protected]. 13 July CHRIS POWELL PLAYS THE Boston Road Recreation Ground. Free WURLITZER AND COMPTON BATTLE OF BRITAIN MEMORIAL event, small fee for stallholders. CINEMA ORGANS FLIGHT Trade stalls, car boot, children s 20 July, 2.30pm 2, 3 and 25 August, 10am - 5pm entertainment, live music, refreshments, Burtey Fen Collection, Pinchbeck, ILLUMINATIONS Road, , LN4 4SY. arena acts and more. 07738 224406 / PE11 3SR. £8 incl refreshments. 26 July, from 7pm Visitor Centre normally open only on www.sleafordcarnival.co.uk. www.burteyfen.co.uk or 01775 766081. Central promenade. Music on beach weekdays welcomes weekend and Also 17 August, with Kevin Morgan. with Louise Chapman, Two Step and bank holiday visitors to its NK WALKING FESTIVAL Stolen Fridays, plus drumming band memorabilia, exhibitions and shop. 14 - 20 July MADE IN LINCOLNSHIRE Spark, followed by magnificent firework Hangar tours to see historic aircraft, Week-long walking festival featuring 20 July, 10am - 4pm (last display. Earlier in the day, from 10am, including a Lancaster, Spitfires and routes for all ages and abilities. Follow admission 3.30pm) enjoy craft market, sand sculpting, Hurricanes, 10.30am to 3pm. Twitter @NKWalking or visit www. Museum of Lincolnshire Life, Burton street entertainment and more. www. Admission to centre free but charges countrysidenk.co.uk. Road, Lincoln. Celebration day eastlindseylive.org. for tours. 01522 782040 or www. highlighting engineering genius and lincolnshire.gov.uk/bbmf. BOSTON ART GROUP artistic skill of Lincolnshire past and SHOW 16 July, 7pm - 9pm present. Magnificent steam engines, 26 - 27 July, 9.30am - 6pm, Centenary Church Hall. Painting animals World War One tank, demos by skilled firework concert from 7pm demonstration by Peter Dalziel. crafts people and more. Free. www. Hall Grounds, NG34 9JF. Largest village lincolnshire.gov.uk/visiting. show in England. True family day out, BAT NIGHT with animals, entertainment, activities for 18 July, 9pm - 11pm children, and more. Adults £8, children Chambers Farm Wood, near Wragby. £3. www.heckingtonshow.org.uk. £5. In search of bats leaving their roosts and flying into woods to feed. DOLLS HOUSE EXHIBITION Please wear sturdy boots and bring 27 July, 10.30am - 4pm waterproofs. Booking essential. Old Lifeboat Shed, Victoria Road, 07747 006452 or jenny.boatwright Mablethorpe. Lock, Stock & Barrel @forestry.gsi.gov.uk. exhibition of canal scene along a DODDINGTON HALL GARDEN towpath to high street shops. Free. SCULPTURE EXHIBITION FEAST GEDNEY FLOWER FESTIVAL Children s workshops, competition, 2 August - 7 September, 11am - 4pm 19 - 20 July 24 - 27 July, from 10am sales stand and refreshments. Month-long display the largest in the Fun and Friendship to celebrate Gedney Church ( Cathedral of the 01507 479101. , with over 300 pieces by village life. Sat car boot sale at Fens ) 48th Flower Festival. national and international sculptors. playing fields, ceilidh in village hall Refreshments available. 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ALFORD REMEMBERS WW1 village hall and Tithe Farm Barn. 0DZ. Exhibition featuring service 4 August Admission by catalogue £2, children records, letters, photos and war Commemoration of centenary of first under 16 free when accompanied. memorial. Plus, church tours to explain day of war, with Edwardian Tea Party in Refreshments in hall. Free parking. its history and regeneration plans. Free. Manor House garden and planting of www.grainthorpeartsfestival.co.uk. www.beningtonallsaintschurch.co.uk. oak tree. At 10.30pm, torchlit procession heads to St Wilfrid s FLOWER AND GRAVITY FIELDS FESTIVAL Church for remembrance service. CRAFTS FESTIVAL 24 - 28 September Further events 25 Aug, 1 Sept and 24 23 - 25 August Around Grantham. Dynamic festival of Sept. www.alfordmanorhouse.co.uk. Gosberton Baptist Church, Spalding science, arts and heritage inspired by Road, PE11 4NP. Sat and Mon Sir Isaac Newton, with theme Giants SOUTHERY WOOD WALK 10.30am to 4.30pm, Sun noon to GIANT OF SCIENCE: A joke- of Science . Varied admission prices. 8 August, 6pm - 9pm 4.30pm. Entertainment by U3A singers filled Einstein show is part of Tickets via Guildhall Arts Centre, £7. Join forester for guided walk about on Sat afternoon. Sun morning worship the Gravity Fields Festival. Grantham. 01476 406158 or www. wildlife and management, followed by 10.30am and Songs of Praise 4.30pm. gravityfields.co.uk. BBQ. Please wear sturdy boots and from exclusive fashion, jewellery and bring waterproofs. Booking essential. FUN DOG SHOW gourmet food products, to quality tack, APPLE DAY 07747 006452 or jenny.boatwright 24 August, from noon stabling and items for home and 28 September, 11am - 4pm @forestry.gsi.gov.uk. St Leonard s Church, St Leonard s garden. www.burghley-horse.co.uk. Wragby Town Hall. Apple identification, Lane, , LN11 7EF. 150 varieties on display, homemade VILLAGE SHOW 20 fun classes including Prettiest, LINCOLNSHIRE WOLDS RAILWAY refreshments, produce stall and 9 August, 2pm - 5pm Handsomest and Fancy Dress. Open WEEKEND organic gardening advice. Plus bring Traditional village show, with car boot, to all dogs (puppies over 6 months). 6 - 7 September your apples and have them juiced! band, displays, children s games and Stalls, refreshments, raffle, tombola . Spectacular weekend Free. 01673 818805 / 01673 818272. events and more. Parking available. and more. In aid of church funds. supported by Lancaster from the BBMF 01507 327506. and Spitfire on the ground, plus military FAMILY FUN DAY re-enactors, vintage vehicles, 1940s EVENT PUBLICITY 10 August, 11am - 4pm FESTIVAL food, music, song and dance, steam To submit details of an event for a Hartsholme Country Park, Lincoln. Join 25 August, 10am - 7pm trains and more. Free event but some future edition, please email the rangers for a variety of activities. Grimsthorpe Castle, PE10 0LY. Family charges may apply. 01507 363881 / [email protected] at Some charges may apply but most fun, with music from over 100 bands, www.lincolnshirewoldsrailway.co.uk. least three months before it takes activities are free. 01522 873735 / side shows, fun fair, classic car and place. Due to the volume of requests, [email protected]. bike show, BBMF and more. £8 adult, NORTH LINCOLN HORTICULTURAL we cannot guarantee inclusion, so £6 concession, free for infants. Free SOCIETY ANNUAL PRODUCE SHOW please make other publicity LINCOLNSHIRE POACHER parking. www.grimsthorpefestival. September 6 arrangements. CONCOURS AND PRIDE OF com / 07711 705604. Bailgate Methodist Church Hall. Stalls, You can also publicise events on OWNERSHIP SHOW workshops and refreshments from Lincolnshire County Council s 17 August WRAGBY SHOW noon; show open from 2pm. Register website. Visit www.lincolnshire.gov. Doddington Hall, LN6 4RU. MG Car 31 August, from 9am entries by 3 September. Email uk/whatson, email events@ Club Lincolnshire Centre’s flagship near Wragby. Classic vehicles, [email protected]. lincolnshire.gov.uk or call event. Classic cars of any marque and horticulture competitions, fun dog show, 01522 552868. particularly MGs welcome. Rosettes livestock, poultry, horses and trade stands. LINDSEY SCRIBES SOCIETY MORE INFORMATION and trophies for winning cars. 01522 754276 / www.wragbyshow.com. 13 September www.mgcclincolnshire.co.uk or Wren Library, Lincoln Cathedral. Free Whatever you like to do, there is 01205 871973. demonstrations of calligraphy, with something for everyone in hands-on work for children, as part of Lincolnshire. For information, BEER, SAUSAGE AND MUSIC Heritage Day at cathedral. including details of beaches, walks FESTIVAL and council heritage sites such as 23 August, 2pm - midnight LONG SUTTON & DISTRICT CIVIC Lincoln Castle, Gainsborough Old Kesteven RFC, Woodnook, Grantham, SOCIETY Hall and The Collection, go to NG33 5AA. Over 30 local beers and 13 September, 10am - 5pm www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/visiting. ciders, sausages, bands, family- Royal British Legion Hall, West Street, Visitor information is also available at friendly games and entertainment. £5 Long Sutton. Residents histories of www.visitlincolnshire.com. in advance, U18s free but must be BURGHLEY HORSE TRIALS ancestors who fought in WW1. 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