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Enjoy a great day out for all the family at our award winning For more information on opening times, call, online or follow us on social media. Charity No: 1075601 Find us at LN1 2PH 01427 788 464 BransbyHorses.co.uk DOGS welcome FREE entry 02.qxp_Layout 1 22/02/2022 09:12 Page 1It’s about time for the weather to start taking a turn for the warmer, and when we can drive home after work without being in the dark. A welcome change for many of us, especially now that we are back at work and no longer working from home. The warmer days will hopefully also be a short reprieve in the face of rising energy and food prices, which continue to dominate the news at time of writing. It comes at an odd time what with many also expected to replace their old boilers with ground-source heat pumps. There are many farms and homes in Lincolnshire which have already done so, and perhaps the technology, along with solar, may need looking at again as a viable alternative. We will have to keep an eye on that. Warmer days also means more opportunities to get out and enjoy Lincolnshire, which we heartily encourage all our readers to take advantage of. Our high streets have had a tough time in the face of lockdowns and lessened footfall, and they need all the support we can give them. Spring is that chance, and the moment, and this issue is all about our fine county as we move into spring, with new fashions, new looks and the latest events all across the county. If you have been feeling down and out in these cold months, look no further, sit down and pick out something to do – especially if you have children looking forward to their school holidays. Enjoy yourselves this March, and have a great month Michael Fisher Editor and the Lincolnshire Today team from the editor The magazine that cares WE CARE because we want to leave our world a better place than we found it Lincolnshire Today believes that being socially and environmentally responsible is the key to maintaining a flourishing business that our customers will be pleased to use and our staff will be proud to be part of. Community - From a very local point of view, we strive to be a ‘good neighbour’. We also extend that into the much broader local community, through financial support of local causes and charities. Environment - Our actions extend to: conservation of energy and natural resources, minimisation of waste and ensuring our trading partners do likewise. 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The views expressed in this publication are not necessarily the views of those held by the publisher. FRONT COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF STOCK.ADOBE.COM/REDDRAGONFLY LincolnshireToday @lincstoday lincolnshiretoday.net This magazine is now fully recyclable. By recycling magazines, you can help reduce waste and add to the 5.5 million tonnes of paper already recycled by the UK paper industry each year. Before you recycle your magazine, please ensure you remove all plastic wrapping, free gifts and samples. If you are unable to participate in a recycling scheme, then why not pass your magazine onto a local hospital or charity? 03.qxp_Layout 1 22/02/2022 09:17 Page 1Features 6 THIS MONTH IN LINCOLNSHIRE What’s been going on in the county this month? 26 LINCOLNSHIRE HERITAGE EXPLORED The castle of course towers (literally) over everything else at Tattershall but there’s even more history in the village, as we shall see. 28 DISCOVERING WOODHALL SPA If you are looking for a fun yet relaxing, beautiful and unique place to visit in Lincolnshire, look no further: Woodhall spa is the place for you. 32 LET YOURSELF BLOOM As the fresh spring breeze makes its way across the county, let yourself blossom with a new look. 42 FALLING FOR FITNESS AGAIN It’s easy to lose focus and motivation for fitness, especially in winter. But with spring just around the corner, take a little time to rethink the way you work out, find what works best for you and you will fall for fitness again in no time. 44 GET YOUR GLOW ON This spring, mix up your beauty regime for a more natural look. 46 SPRING FOOD Spring is here and it’s time to spice up our recipes – with any luck, it might even be warm enough to eat and drink outside. 50 CONSTANT CARE The levels of care and support needed by older relatives will change from person to person, but there’s plenty of ways to help and show you’re here for them. 54 FARM & COUNTRY LINK NEWS The latest news from across the countryside. 56 RISING CHALLENGES Farming is one of the main pillars of the British economy, and yet it is currently going through some tough times, having to deal with rising costs and new policies that are affecting the industry significantly. 58 SPALDINGS Over 65 years supporting local farmers. 59 NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY SHOW Nottinghamshire County Show goes back to its roots as it returns in May MARCH 32 32 AS THE FRESH SPRING BREEZE MAKES ITS WAY ACROSS THE COUNTY, LET YOURSELF BLOSSOM WITH A NEW LOOK. contents 04-05.qxp_Layout 1 22/02/2022 09:18 Page 146 46 SPRING IS HERE AND IT’S TIME TO SPICE UP OUR RECIPES – WITH ANY LUCK, IT MIGHT EVEN BE WARM ENOUGH TO EAT AND DRINK OUTSIDE. 60 INVESTING IN EDUCATION While the Government singles out Lincolnshire as a key area for education investment, institutions throughout the county continue to propel learning, skills, and training. 62 COUNTY MOTORING Whether it’s for employees or a fancy new motor for a director, our cars say a lot about us, our company and the kind of image we want to portray. Here are some up and coming motors to cover a range of different styles, all of which we might look forward to seeing in our region. 66 HOLME HALL GOLF CLUB Q&A Here we talk to Andrew Watson, general manager and company secretary at Holme Hall Golf Club, to learn more about the North Lincolnshire-based England Golf Championship venue and its innovative new family membership. 68 DISCOVERING LINCOLNSHIRE Discover Lincolnshire weekend is taking place this month on the 26th – 27th March, and it’s a great opportunity to get out there and see something new. 70 WHAT’S ON There’s always something going on in Lincolnshire. Desirable homes 12 A TRANQUIL RURAL RETREAT Placed in a unique and stunning location by the Lincolnshire Wolds, this month’s featured property is a comfortable farmhouse dwelling with beautiful views from every window. 18 NATURE IN FLIGHT This month’s art is courtesy of Carolina Arbuthnot, whose art is influenced by landscapes and animals and will bring a touch of rustic nature to any home. 20 SPRUCING UP SMALL SPACES Ed Fuller from Fullers Landscaping offers advice on how to make smaller gardens feel bigger. 22 REASONS TO FOCUS ON YOUR GARDEN IN 2022 Gardening is a hobby that can, for some, seem impenetrable, with more rules, snobbery and tools than many others put together, but there are many reasons to get out in the garden, from physical to mental health. 04-05.qxp_Layout 1 22/02/2022 09:18 Page 2Boston, East Lindsey and South Holland residents to benefit from £7.2m to improve energy efficiency of properties latest news Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership welcomes Government Levelling Up plans – but raises concerns for the county The Government’s recently published White Paper on Levelling Up the UK has been broadly welcomed by the chair of the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), Pat Doody. The White Paper sets out a 12-point plan for reducing geographical inequalities across the country. Pat welcomed the missions set out in the White Paper, in particular the commitment to investing in education in Lincolnshire. Lincolnshire will become one of 55 new Education Investment Areas aiming to improve education for disadvantaged children and young people. The county will receive targeted support including priority for new specialist sixth-form free schools, help for schools to retain the best teachers in high-priority subjects, and access to a new pilot programme to improve pupil attendance. “The increased investment in education is to be welcomed, as is the commitment to increase public funding for research and development away from the South East by 40%,” said Pat. “We will work with business and the universities to make sure we get our fair share of R&D opportunities in Greater Lincolnshire.” The South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership, which consists of Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council, has been awarded a total of £7,254,966 to deliver the next phase of Green Homes Grants awards (known as ‘Sustainable Warmth’) to private homeowners and landlords across the sub-region. The Sustainable Warmth Programme is made up of two schemes which supports low-income households. The Home Upgrade Grant (HUG1) aims to upgrade the energy efficiency of properties off the gas network in England. The Local Authority Delivery Phase 3 (LAD3) is for properties which are connected to the mains gas network and has grants capped at £10,000 (£5,000 for landlords). Funding between £5,000 and £25,000 will be awarded to properties to undertake energy efficiency improvements such as loft, cavity, underfloor, external/internal wall insulation, low-energy lighting upgrades, solar panels, draught-proofing and low-carbon heating measures such as air or ground source heat pumps. Funding granted to bring further Lincoln historic shopfronts to former glory City of Lincoln Council in partnership with Historic England has awarded more than £250,000 in funding to help restore six historic Lincoln shopfronts. Some £262,901.40 has been awarded towards the cost of eligible works for 38-44 Sincil Street, estimated at £799,847, as part of the High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) scheme. In April 2020, City of Lincoln Council received a successful bid for funding of £1.68 million from Historic England, which has enabled a programme of historic building restorations designed to revitalise the area and uncover its rich history. This includes plans to revitalise Lincoln’s historic shopfronts and bring them back to their former glory. Ursula Lidbetter, CEO of Lincolnshire Co-op, said: “We are delighted with the public reaction so far to the development of The Cornhill Quarter. This funding will allow us to continue our work in conserving the heritage of Sincil Street, which includes the buildings behind the shops that were built in the 1800s as back-to-back court housing.” © stock.adobe.com/Evelien 06-09.qxp_Layout 1 22/02/2022 09:19 Page 1River Freshney water quality project completes Work has finished on a key project to improve the water quality of the River Freshney in Grimsby Town Centre with more than 2,230 tonnes of silt removed from the riverbed over four weeks. Specialist contractor, Ebsford Environmental, were appointed to undertake dredging of the river between West Haven Maltings opposite Frederick Ward Way and the ABP pumping station. During the project, 122 lorry loads of silt and sediment were taken from the riverbed and removed off site for recovery to meet the Environmental Agency waste directive regulations. Additionally, 1.5 tonnes of scrap metal, including bikes, shopping trollies and scaffold pipes, was taken from the riverbed and recycled. Dredging this section of the riverbed has allowed the water to flow much more freely in the town centre section of the river, with the channel depth now around 1.8m. Established vegetation has been maintained for the benefit of wildlife in the area. Cllr Stewart Swinburn, Cabinet member for the environment, said: “This work has been done as one of the final stages of the Garth Lane project, one that’s already seen a major site in the centre of Grimsby transformed into a lovely natural area. “We’ve already seen an improvement in the water quality and flow. We’ve also seen the family of otters around in the last few days, which is encouraging. The dredging will boost biodiversity and make the river more useable for years to come.” Cllr Callum Procter, Cabinet member for economic growth, added: “This is a huge investment in our river – for years, we’ve turned our back on the waterfront, and it’s now time to embrace it and all that it might offer. Investing in clearing up the river is the first stage, and along with the Youth Zone project and the Towns Fund projects nearby, I’m looking forward to seeing the waterfront develop into a vibrant place in the future.” A second project on Grimsby’s historic docks has received a heritage grant worth £121,490 to help them turn their plans into reality. The Alfred Enderby Smokehouse has been awarded a grant to undertake conservation repairs and reinstate historic features at the key gateway building into the Kasbah area. The building is listed as a Grade II structure, and is one of the few remaining smokehouses in the area which still uses the geographically protected cold- smoking method. Old maps show this building was originally constructed as a smithy some time between 1896 and 1905, but at some point between 1917 and 1928 the building was converted to a fish curers and has remained so ever since. Patrick Salmon, MD of Enderby’s, said: “It’s great news that we can get help to restore this building to its former glory. It will be great to see the work underway to secure the building for years to come.” Second project on Grimsby’s historic docks receives heritage grant 06-09.qxp_Layout 1 22/02/2022 09:19 Page 2Improvement works to begin on popular Spalding walking and cycling route Work to make repairs and improvements to a popular Spalding walking and cycling route is getting underway, as South Holland District Council begins a programme to help make the town’s Daffodil Route smarter and safer for residents. The one kilometre route, which extends from Pinchbeck Road through to Wardentree Lane, uses the track bed of the former Spalding to Boston railway line, running through the Vernatts Nature Reserve. The work will include extensive resurfacing to make the route suitable for walking, cycling, wheelchair and pushchair use, a levelling of the surface to remove potential trip hazards, drainage work, pruning of foliage, steps to prevent vehicular access, and the addition of reflective edging to the pathway for safety. Councillor Gary Taylor, portfolio holder for communities and facilities, said: “I am delighted that we are able to begin this piece of work to carry out these much-needed repairs and improvements to the Route ahead of the summer months, and help to improve the infrastructure and offer for the town’s walkers and cyclists.” latest news Phase 2 begins at residential Sudbrooke development Construction works have now commenced on the second phase of The Parklands, a new residential community in Sudbrooke, Lincoln, bringing new homes to the market in 2022. Works started on the 155-home development in 2018 and developer Jackson Living – part of Jackson & Jackson Developments – has now moved into the second phase. Sitting north of phase one, phase two will see the delivery of 41 homes, including 11 five-bedroom properties – including a landmark home with a thatched roof – and 12 affordable homes, all overlooking Sudbrooke woodland. The exclusive 46.7-acre development is made up of 24 individual house designs and will feature two, three, four and five-bedroom homes in a unique woodland setting. The final phase, phase three, will commence next year in 2023. Due for overall completion in 2024, The Parklands has taken its design inspiration from the surrounding, historic woodland and traditional village setting and will feature communal outdoor spaces, woodland footpaths, a restaurant, kitchen garden and community allotments. Jackson Living worked with Newark-based firm Influence Landscape Planning and Design across all phases at The Parklands with the company designing the on plot gardens and public spaces. As part of phase 2, Influence Landscape Planning and Design produced the landscape plans which include open grass and wildflower areas, native tree planting and mixed shrub planting. Lindsey Arkley, senior landscape architect at Influence Landscape Planning and Design, said: “The existing site features of The Parklands, such as the ponds and trees, significantly led the landscape design process as they naturally informed the layout. We then created a landscape masterplan that reflected and respected the historic setting and promoted and enhanced the biodiversity and ecological value.” Jackson Living project manager, Ben Martin, said: “All of the progress at The Parklands to date is a true testament to the overall position of what The Parklands offers, from the quality of the buildings to the natural landscape and woodlands.” © stock.adobe.com/pavel1964 06-09.qxp_Layout 1 22/02/2022 09:19 Page 3New dawn rises for Scunthorpe high street as green light given for radical transformation A new future for Scunthorpe town centre will be created as plans for a revolutionary new high-street concept have been given the go ahead. Planning permission has been granted for a new enterprise and innovation hub, paving the way for a radical shift in the way people use the town centre. The multi-million-pound development, backed with Government cash, will create a unique, high-quality place for businesses, bringing new jobs and new people into the town centre. The project includes a 46-bed unit for young professionals and medical students – locating more people in the town centre for more reasons. Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council and Towns Fund Board Member, said: “This is an important milestone in the latest plans to create a new future for Scunthorpe’s town centre and evidence of levelling-up happening here. “Now with planning permission in place residents will start to see progress on this ground-breaking development very soon – I am genuinely excited.” High Quality Print & Design in Lincolnshire PRINTING | COPYING | GRAPHIC DESIGN • LOGOS • BRANDING • BUSINESS STATIONERY • FLYERS & POSTERS • BROCHURES • NEWSLETTERS • A0 COPYING & SCANNING • OS MAPPING • CAD & PLAN PRINTING • PRINT FINISHING N 01522 546118 E sales@lincolncopycentre.co.uk www.lincolncopycentre.co.uk If you have any questions regarding your printing requirements or would like a quotation please contact one of our team who are here to help. A project that inspired more people to visit Scunthorpe has been crowned the winner of ‘Best Arts Project’ in the national Hearts for the Arts Awards 2022. The council fought off strong competition from across the UK to triumph for the presentation of artist Luke Jerram’s ‘Of Earth and Sky’. The installation saw local people’s poems appear in a stunning art trail across Scunthorpe, including town centre landmarks like Central Library, Britannia Corner and Market Hill. The project won universal acclaim from a stellar judging panel that included Deborah Meadon, Samuel West, Kadiatu Kanneh- Mason, Shaparak Khorsandi and more. Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Of Earth and Sky is a great example of our ambition to welcome more people into Scunthorpe town centre for new reasons in action. Seeing visitors exploring the trail and re-discovering these locations in a new light was fantastic. “I am pleased the judges recognised our determination to engage more and more people with the arts in new and exciting ways – something we are really passionate about.” North Lincolnshire Council celebrates prestigious arts award win 06-09.qxp_Layout 1 22/02/2022 09:19 Page 4Next >