A freshstart Help keep your NewYear's ResolutionsA freshstart Help keep your NewYear's Resolutionswww.blmgroup.co.ukBLMGROUPGROUPBLMMake 2012memorable For all the rightreasons…Make 2012memorable For all the rightreasons…A PASSION FOR LIVINGA PASSION FOR LIVING£2.60 JANUARY 2012£2.60 JANUARY 2012WWW.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY.NETWWW.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY.NET001:Layout 1 8/12/11 14:20 Page 1Sue Kitchen | Managing Partner23 Algitha Road, Skegness Lincolnshire PE25 2AGTel: 01754 766 991 |Fax: 01754 769 318skegness@hwca.com |www.hwca.com/skegnessWe provide high quality financial advice to local businesses and individuals. Being part of Haines Watts places us in a unique position - allowing us to offer our national range of services without losing the local personal attention to detail. Being in Skegness we are always close by to pop in and have a chat and help and advise you.We specialise in Accountancy, Book Keeping, Tax Planning, VAT and Financial Services.Corporate Finance Taxaon VAT I.T & Accountancy soware support Expenses Asset FinanceVisit us at www.nrh-engineering.co.ukCome and see us at The Airfield, Seaton Ross, York YO42 4NFCall us now on 01759 318 775Fax 01759 318 728We are manufacturers of the NRH range of British built agricultural farm machineryWe now also carry out general fabrication and manufacture bespoke machineryWhatever your requirements, call us, we will be happy to help...See us at the LAMMA Show on the 18th & 19th January 2012002:Layout 1 8/12/11 14:21 Page 1Editor:Steve FisherJournalists:Steve Williams, Mike ShieldsElis Ballard, Michael Fisher. Photographers:Richard Picksley, Alan LongSales Director:Teri CooperSales Manager:Kim CollinsAssistant Sales Manager:Helen NewtonSales:Angela CooperJade SmithAccounts:Angela Sharman, John DownesCirculations:Dawn CookDesign & Production:Gary Jorgensen, Mark Casson,Rachel GreenAdvertising:Tel: (01472) 310302, Fax: (01472) 310312 Editorial:Tel: (01472) 310305, Fax: (01472) 310317Part Of The Business LinkMagazine Group: Armstrong House, ArmstrongStreet, Grimsby,N E Lincs DN31 2QEEmail: lincs-today@blmgroup.co.uk Website: www.lincolnshiretoday.net ISSN No: 1366-1299© All rights reserved. No part of this publication maybe reproduced, transmitted, photocopied, recordedor otherwise without express permission of thecopyright holder, for which application should beaddressed first to the publisher. While everyreasonable care is taken, neither the publisher nor itsparticipating agents accept liability for loss ordamage to prints, colour transparencies, negativesor other material of whatever nature submitted to thispublication. The views expressed in this publicationare not necessarily the views of those held by thepublisher.This magazine is now fully recyclable. Byrecycling magazines, you can help reducewaste and add to the 5.5 million tonnes ofpaper already recycled by the UK paperindustry each year. Before you recycle yourmagazine, please ensure you remove allplastic wrapping, free gifts and samples. Ifyou are unable to participate in a recyclingscheme, then why not pass your magazineonto a local hospital or charity?A very happy new year to all our readers, and if you’re reading this,we should all celebrate that the cataclysmic events prophesised for2012 haven’t occurred – not just yet, anyway. It’s all a bit reminiscentof the millennium bug though isn’t it? Consultants made a fortuneout of that one - lucky they were on hand to ensure our world didn’tcome to a halt, computers didn’t freeze and planes kept flying...The human mind is incredible though, isn’t it? We have thecapacity for designing all manner of things, cure ailments that were once consideredincurable, and even travel to far off galaxies. However, what it seems unable to do is toresist that extra roast potato over Christmas dinner, an extra helping of pudding andthat extra glass or two of wine or beer – even though you know tomorrow’s going to befull of regrets. Then, having absorbed copious amounts of fatty foods and alcohol overthe festive period, our bodies dump all the toxins in our arteries, livers and kidneys so,as the world returns to work, we’re all forced to make absurd resolutions. Here’s the conundrum – if it’s possible to show so much willpower in sticking to ournew year’s resolutions, where was that same determination when Christmas was beenplanned and executed?Clearly, my wife thinks I should get fitter and brought me a contraption that lookslike a satellite dish with handles. Apparently, all I have to do is kneel on it and swayfrom side to side and the pounds will simply melt away. The video that came with itmade it look a doddle and I couldn’t wait to use it. Only then did we discover ourcontraption must be of a completely different build quality because, despite muchgrunting and shoving of hips, all any of us could manage was the minimum of swayingplus something that felt like a slipped disc. I’m now planning to sell it to the Americansto use at the likes of Guantanamo Bay. It’s amazing though how the festive season slips by so quickly after so many weeks ofplanning and stocking up. Thankfully we’ve got some great articles to ease you backinto reality and get you feeling on top form. We let you know how to revitalise yourskin after weeks of over-indulgence, recipes that are healthy without being boring, andthe latest fashion trends so you’ll stay stylish into 2012. That’s not to mention of ourcoverage of the latest events and balls. And if you’re planning big changes this year,we’ve plenty of inspiration for your home.A happy new year from us all and good reading, as always…Steve FisherEditorWelcome toLincolnshire Today003:Layout 1 9/12/11 11:16 Page 1Features26 Looking into NewarkA wander around the lovely market town51 WeddingsDid you find an engagement ring under the tree?60 Celebrity snapperWe meet Mike Maloney, one of the county’s best photographers62 LAMMA 2012We preview the best farming equipment and machinery show of the year66 Going your separate waysWhat to do if your marriage goes pear-shaped68 Business TodayWhat does George Osborne have in mind for our region?70 EducationWhen is the best time to learn a musical instrument?75 Elderly CareWhat the new personal budgets for care could mean for youLooking good30 A passion for fashionSetting the scene for the new year36 Accessorise to impressMake your outfits work this season38 New year, new you!Work off that extra Christmas weight40 Hair and BeautyStay young and beautiful…At home17Understated elegance…A former vicarage with Victorian charm…22 Gorgeous gardensWe explore a wonderful creation in Osgodby30January 2012ContentsContents004-005:Layout 1 8/12/11 14:22 Page 1Leisure28 Lincolnshire walksBarkston, Honington & Frinkley Lane44 Deliciously LincolnshireThe best in county dining bar none58Sailing awayWe set sail for Dubai on a luxurious cruise80 The top of the rangeReviewing the greatest new vehicles on theforecourt82 Our four-legged friendsThe JumpCross Challenge returns in 2012Social scene12 Opening night at Home, Lincoln25 John Hayes Charity Ball43 HCPT Ball, Bentley Hotel49 Scunthorpe Round Table Christmas Ball65 Lincolnshire Young Farmers County Ball87 Market Rasen Round Table BallRegulars7 News Stories from around the county84 What’s On Forthcoming events across Lincolnshire86 The reviewOur critics review the latest books, music andfilms88 HoroscopesWhat will your stars say?Front cover courtesy ofwww.shutterstock.com / Perov Stanislav80826058004-005:Layout 1 8/12/11 14:22 Page 2006:Layout 1 8/12/11 14:23 Page 1Lincolnshire woman runner-up in national awardsRebecca Ormian has been honoured at an event that recognises people with learning disabilities who arededicated to making a difference to the lives of others.Rebecca has profound learning disabilities, postural and health problems and receives 24 hour one-to-one support. Rebecca’s resolve to live the life she chooses and to help others to do the same is the reasondisability and autism support provider Dimensions has awarded her runner up in the individuals categoryfor the 2011 Erica Awards.Fifteen years ago Rebecca was one of the first profoundly learning disabled people to move into her ownwheelchair-friendly home, which she lives in with the assistance of dedicated support workers. This led herto star in a Housing Options DVD and a book to help inspire others to live independently. A number offamilies have visited Rebecca at home to see how she lives, and as a result, at least three people withprofound learning disabilities have now achieved their own homes.Lincolnshire YesterdayOur regular look at the world of antiques and collectablesA collection of press photographs showingthe first tank being tested in Lincoln sold for£4600 at auction in the city.The album of photographs, whichdocumented the historic day when the firstWilliam Foster and Co tank was testedduring the First World War, had been foundin an attic by a local lady who had inheritedthe property from a relative.Auctioneer John Leatt of Golding Young& Thos. Mawer says, “There was stronginterest in this lot before the sale becausethe photographs were in very goodcondition and nobody had known of anycoming onto the market before. We arereally pleased with the price achieved forour vendor and that the album is staying inthe county. Our vendor didn’t expect thealbum to make that sort of money, but asinterest grew, the estimate of £2000 to £3000 was easily outstripped.”The Lincoln engineering company William Foster and Co was well-known fordeveloping the tank during the First World War. After one failed attempt, a tanknamed ‘Mother’ was created in 141 days and in 1916, the first tank saw action inFrance. The use of the tank had a huge effect on the war and is believed to havepushed it to its rightful conclusion.Also under the hammer this month...At the same auction, very high prices were achieved for three items of 22 caratAsian jewellery. A set of four bi-colour metal Asian zigzag bangles sold for £2000, apair of filigree bangles set with 15 small red stones made £1500 and an Asian goldwedding necklace in an ornate collar design sold for £1050.Auctioneer Colin Young, who auctioned the jewellery section, says, “Once againall of the gold and silver was bid to within an inch of its life. The level ofcompetition gets greater and ensures open market values and beyond for sellers.”LINCOLNSHIRETODAY7LincolnshirenewsBaker on his bike!The One Show’s Matt Baker arrived in Lincoln aspart of his Children in Need rickshaw challenge.Matt pedalled a rickshaw from Edinburgh toLondon and aimed to make it to Lincoln in timefor the live broadcast of The One Show during histhird day on the road. Unfortunately the journeyfrom York to Lincoln turned out to be a toughchallenge, with Matt suffering excruciating pain,though he was helped along the way by Team GBcyclist Russell Downing and supporter LeeWakefield, who cycled over forty miles fromGrimsby to join him.A huge crowd assembled on Yarborough Hill towelcome Matt, including supporters from theLincolnshire Young Farmers, but had to wait until hefinally made it to the city at 10pm. However moststayed on to congratulate him on completing thenext stage of his challenge, which ended with thedaredevil host making it back to London byChildren in Need night and raising huge amounts ofcash on the way.007-011:Layout 1 9/12/11 11:28 Page 1007-011:Layout 1 9/12/11 11:28 Page 2LINCOLNSHIRETODAY9LincolnshirenewsFreshney Place asks shoppers tohave a heartFreshney Place ShoppingCentre has held its annual“Have A Heart” campaign –in which kind-heartedGrimsby shoppers has thechance to buy an extra giftfor an under-privilegedchild.2010’s crusade to ensurethat no youngster in NorthEast Lincolnshire was leftwithout a present was a huge success with over five hundred presents purchased –and with the campaign still running as we went to press, the centre hopes generous consumers will once again spare a thought for those lesswell-off this Yuletide. Freshney Place teamed up with three high profile national charities – the NSPCC, Women’s Aid and Home-Start, and Freshney PlaceCentre Director Amanda Austin says, “The centre really values the role it plays within the community and is delighted to be able to improvethe Christmases of so many children. I’d like to say a big thank you to Freshney’s shoppers for showing that the spirit of giving is everprevalent.”Retailer branches outat Christmas MarketA company which started life growingChristmas trees launched its own range ofhand-crafted festive decorations at this year’sLincoln Christmas Market.Squared Rose is the first brand to bedeveloped by Fizzco of Fillingham and hasbeen created in collaboration with productdesign specialists at the University of Lincoln.It includes more than thirty distinct glass,ceramic and paper products which aim tocombine the quality of traditional Christmashandcrafts with the style of contemporarydesign. Each element has been hand-produced and almost all materials havebeen sourced from the UK.Designer Suzanne Tsang, pictured, says,“We wanted to make a product that peoplelook forward to taking out every year andputting up on the tree. We wanted to bringback that sense of ceremony and intricacythat many people still associate withChristmas. It’s all about the quality of theexperience.”Feedback from market-goers will be usedto refine the products, which will go into full-scale production next year.Uni guide wins top prizeat student ‘hackathon’An unofficial university guide which lists localcrime statistics, unemployment figures and rates ofobesity won top prize at a computer programmingmarathon in Lincoln.At the DevXS student developer marathon at theUniversity of Lincoln, around two hundred of thecountry’s most promising young softwaredevelopers competed head-to-head in a three-day‘hackathon’ to create the best new applications.Students representing 37 different universitiesformed 26 teams to ‘mash up’ existing software tocreate exciting new technologies which couldimprove university life.The overall winner was the ‘Unofficial UniversityGuide’ devised by a team from the universities of StAndrews and Glasgow. The UUG mixes informationfrom conventional university guides with officialcrime, health and economic data, so explainingwhat life in a particular town might be like.Second prize went to an extension for GoogleChrome which allows students to make to-do listsfor the academic week, developed by a team fromthe University of York, while third place went to‘Roominate’, a Twitter-based room-finding servicefor the University of Lincoln campus, created by ateam from the universities of Lincoln and Hull andthe Open University.007-011:Layout 1 9/12/11 11:28 Page 3Next >