< PreviousLincolnshire are very fortunate. For moreinformation, call 01427 676655.StamfordFriday 16 FebruaryRich Hall’s Hoedown,Stamford Corn Exchange Rich Hall’s critically acclaimed newshow begins its second leg of touring andmakes a stop off in Stamford. There’snever been a better time to be anAmerican comedian in the UK. Hall’sprecision dismantling of the tenuousrelationship between the two countries isas freewheeling and deadly accurate asever. The hoedown begins with awithering dissection of Trump’s American,but ends up being a celebration ofAmericana. Expect stand-up, ballads andbelly laughs. For more information, visitwww.stamfordcornexchange.co.uk.GranthamFriday 9 MarchJason Manford: MuddleClass, Meres Leisure CentreEffable everyman Jason Manford is backwith a national 2018 tour. It promises awealth of comedic anecdotes that are hisstock and trade, misunderstandings andWHAT’S ONSpaldingThursday 8 February The Railsplitters, South Holland CentreThe Railsplitters are a Colorado quintet featuring top-class instrumental playingand powerful vocals. Drawing on a range of influences includingroots/Americana, modern pop and rock & roll, as well as bluegrass pioneers likeBill Monroe and Earl Scruggs, The Railsplitters have the kind of raw power thatwill knock your socks off. Featuring mandolin, fiddle, banjo, guitar and uprightbass, this acclaimed live band has received rave reviews on both sides of theAtlantic for their song writing talent, luminous vocals and exceptional musicalrange. For more information, visit www.southhollandcentre.co.uk.© The Railsplitters70 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYSpalding Saturday 10 MarchIn Conversation: Lucy Worsley, South HollandCentre This talk from hugely popular writer, broadcaster and speaker Dr LucyWorlsey sees her discussing her new biography of Jane Austen.Dispelling the myth of the cynical spinster, Lucy instead offers us a wittyand passionate woman of her time, who refused to settle for anythingless than Mr Darcy. For more information,www.southhollandcentre.co.uk.68-71_Layout 1 24/01/2018 13:06 Page 3FREEEVENTLinda will be offering the chance to make bread dough using baked bread. M H Preserves will also be in attendance with their delicious homemade jams, jellies and chutneys.www.heartoflincs.comCelebrating Real Bread Week, Cogglesford Watermill will be joined by Linda Hewett an expert bread maker and inspirational food demonstrator. Dough to Go at Cogglesford WatermillSunday 25 February 11am to 4pmLINCOLNSHIRETODAY71WHAT’S ONaudience banter with Jason’s likable wit and charm. Jasonhas clocked up appearances on QI, Have I Got News ForYou andLive at the Apollo, among many others. For moreinformation, visit www.mereslive.comGainsborough Saturday 17 March 2018Through the Decades with Roy Orbison& Buddy Holly, Trinity Arts CentreDarren Page teams up with Marc Robinson who haveboth dedicated their respective careers to Roy Orbisonand Buddy Holly, performing across the nation andaround the world. Here they come together to bring youa two-hour show that will entertain you will all the hits, afew older ones too. For more information, call 01427676655.BartonTuesday 27 – Saturday 31 March Singin’ in the Rain, Joseph Wright HallBased on the classic MGM film starring Gene Kelly, thiscinema favourite will now delight theatre goers in Barton.Presented by arrangement with Music TheatreInternational, this is definitely not one to be missed. Formore information, call 01652 635172.North Hykeham Saturday 10 February Yana and the Yeti, TerryO’Toole TheatreYana can’t understand a wordanyone says and the otherchildren tease her with tales ofmythical mountain monster. Thenthings start to get really hairy.This is a funny and poignant taleof a small child’s determination tobe understood and her discoverythat true friends can come inunexpected shapes and sizes.Feature music and puppets, thisacclaimed production from PickedImage was made in NorthernNorway and now comes toLincolnshire. For moreinformation, visitwww.terryotooletheatre.org.uk.© Pickled Image68-71_Layout 1 24/01/2018 13:07 Page 472 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYSUDOKUcompetitionClosing date for entries is: 20th FEBRUARY 2018To enter just email the numbers thatappear in the yellow squares to:competitions@blmgroup.co.ukWin a £20 voucher tospend with any of ouradvertisers in this issue.Last month’s solutionM2A5RM1A5Y961583274352497168478261953126734589843956712795812346534128697689375421217649835AriesMar 21 - Apr 20 Sometimes you have to put yourself and yourneeds first rather than forever being at thebeck and call of everyone else. A bold move ineither your personal life or at work will paydividends. All you need now is the confidenceto follow your convictions. TaurusApr 21 - May 21 A conversation gives you food for thought asyour feelings for someone either begin to growstronger, or make you want to end arelationship for numerous reasons. At home,choose your words wisely to avoid beingmisunderstood. GeminiMay 22 - June 21 Should you be worried that someone is gettingcold feet? You may have to revise a plan andlook in a brand new direction, but rememberthings often happen for the best. A familycelebration reunites you with someone youhave not seen for a long time. CancerJun 22 - Jul 23 A conversation gives you food for thought.Someone may make a suggestion that setsyour brain racing encouraging you to make themost of a situation. Concerns over a lovedone’s health and wellbeing will be put to rest asimprovements are taking place. LeoJul 24 - Aug 23 You may stumble across some secretinformation that really makes your day andcould change your plans one way or another.Romance is also in the air as you find yourselfbuzzing over the possibility of something newand wonderful.VirgoAug 24 - Sep 23 You may have strong opinions about somethings, but be mindful that other people arealso entitled to their points of view. A little tactand diplomacy often goes a long way. Youstand to gain an enormous amount if you’reclever and use your brain. LibraSep 24 - Oct 23 You know better than to ignore you hunches.Never listen to people who constantly try todrag you down. Remove yourself from suchjaundiced company and associate only withfriends who have your interests at heart. ScorpioOct 24 - Nov 22 During this fast moving phase, remain flexibleand take each day as it comes. Decisions haveto be made, but it’s also important that youkeep your options open as several newsensational doors are about to open.SagittariusNov 23 - Dec 21 There is no point in pretending that you careabout a certain person or situation if truthfullyyou don’t. There is a strong need for you to behonest about how you feel, otherwise you mayfind yourself wasting your time. Astrology by Linda Lancashire0776 4466381www.lindalancashire.co.ukteresastanley1@btinternet.co.ukCapricornDec 22 - Jan 20 The last thing you need is to feel stuck in arut. A fresh approach will open your world;it’s time to do something completelydifferent. A romantic relationship goes up agear, steering you in a direction you neverimagined possible. AquariusJan 21 - Feb 19 Choose your words carefully and you willget out of a scrape. No one can force youto do anything against your will. You are incharge of your own decision making andactions. PiscesFeb 20 - Mar 20 A new understanding will be reachedbetween you and someone you have towork or live with, for now, that is. Anewcomer on the scene or a secret admireris about to give you a lot of attention thatwill make you feel somewhat curious.yourstarsLincolnshire Today’s guide tothe astro month ahead...26391487587436519291572864375168932469243158743857291652984376118625743934719625872_Layout 1 24/01/2018 12:34 Page 1We’re looking for those with azest for life to joinLincolnshire Today’s sales team!You don’t have to be an adrenalin junkieto work here but it helps…Contact Michael Fisher on 01472 310305PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/AUREMARLINCOLNSHIRETODAY73classifiedTo advertise your services call Angela Cooper atLincolnshire Today on01472 310310MotorsBritish ClassicsHeritage MotorsParts 1948 to dateRetail Trade ExportSpecial ProjectsRestorationsManufacturing ModificationsCountry Workshops Risegate,Nr Spalding, Lincs, PE11 4EZClassic LandroversTel/Fax 01775 750223www.british4x4centre.co.ukVendingEventsPhotographyStuart Wilde Photography LtdThe best photography is about much more thantaking a picture. 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Prices start from only £99 per day For more information visitwww.playaflamencavilla.co.uk Holiday Villa Rental73_Layout 1 24/01/2018 12:34 Page 1Local inventor builds life-sizeTIE silencerNot content withbuilding a scale modelof an AT-ACT,Stamford inventorColin Furze has built alife-size replica of KyloRen’s TIE silence – asseen in The Last Jedi.The replica went ondisplay to the public inDecember last year,ahead of the theatricalrelease of the latestStar Warsinstalment, though we can still appreciate the images and clips. Perhapsmost remarkable of all was that everything involved in the construction was sourcedfrom Ebay. Egg-cellentBoston poultryfarmer Phil Ashton hascreated a real-lifeWallace & Gromitcontraption to ensure aperfect poached eggevery time. The gadgettakes inspiration fromPhil’s childhood love ofAardman’s plasticineinventor and fromChitty Chitty BangBang. Oh, and his loveof eggs. It’s a good jobtoo, as he can now churn out a perfect poached egg in under three minutes andall it took was 800 hours. Kicking off the New Year’s first by the watercooler, we’ve rounded up some ofthe weirdest, wackiest and funniest news stories to grace our editorial office. By the watercooler74 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYStay in touch withLincolnshire TodayWe love to know what you think of Lincolnshire Today – so get in touch with us via Twitter at@lincstoday or search for us on Facebook. Find out what’s coming up in future issues and keep upto date with the latest Lincolnshire news!We spring into action with March’s Lincolnshire Today with fantastic new season fashion and loadsof ideas on how to make the best out of the county now the sun’s starting to shine again – so watchout for it in newsagents and supermarkets across Lincolnshire, and on www.lincolnshiretoday.net, bythe end of February!LincolnshireToday@lincstodaylincolnshiretoday.netHave we missed anything? Send your rib-ticklers tod.cuthbert@blmgroup.co.ukA flushwith deathThe Bull pub in Bracebridge Heath hasearned something of spooky reputation.Allegedly one of the county’s most hauntedwatering holes, it has attracted no shortageof stories detailing brushes with theparanormal. Cleaner Kim Michele Wrighthas recently detailed some of the mostchilling of all after admitting toexperiencing a number of strangehappenings during her two-year stint at thepub in the mid-noughties. Among the mostmemorable was jumping out of her skinafter hearing one of the toilets flushing byitself. Scary, huh?© Colin Furze© shutterstock/frankie’s© BPM Media74_Layout 1 24/01/2018 12:35 Page 1RELAX IN STYLE AT THE HUMBER ROYALYour home away from homeThe Humber Royal: modern, contemporary, award-winning andGrimsby’s only 4 star hotel. 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