< Previous50 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYSOCIAL SCENEThe Electric Bar andRestaurant at the DoubleTreeby Hilton in Lincoln celebratedtheir third birthday by harkingback to the eighties with afantastic party.A Delorean was parked at thefront of the hotel, while invitedguests also enjoyed a cocktailsand dreams bar, live music froman eighties band andentertainment from Lincs FMpresenter John Marshall – andlots of themed food!TheElectric80s80sTheElectricThe Electric Bar andRestaurant at the DoubleTreeby Hilton in Lincoln celebratedtheir third birthday by harkingback to the eighties with afantastic party.A Delorean was parked at thefront of the hotel, while invitedguests also enjoyed a cocktailsand dreams bar, live music froman eighties band andentertainment from Lincs FMpresenter John Marshall – andlots of themed food!50-51_Layout 1 20/03/2015 10:42 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY51SOCIAL SCENE50-51_Layout 1 20/03/2015 10:42 Page 2WONDERSon theWATERFRONTWONDERSon theWATERFRONTIf you were to ask anyone in Lincolnshire to explain what they liked best aboutliving in the county, we reckon its community spirit would be a popular response.There’s something about the county that seems to bring people together, andthat’s apparent everywhere you look – including in the centre of Lincoln.52-57_Layout 1 23/03/2015 14:24 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY53BURTON WATERSOver the past few years, Burton Waters has become amuch sought after destination in which to work,relax and to live. It manages to combine the best incity living with the peace and tranquillity of the delightfulLincolnshire countryside, in its position alongside theFossdyke Navigation Canal. It’s easy to get to – whetherthat’s via foot, boat or car, where you can benefit from freeparking – but has a tranquil feel all of its own.The Burton Waters Marina is connected to the nationalwaterways network thanks to its direct link to the EastMidlands Cruiseway, and via the River Witham and Boston, ifyou were to set sail you would eventually end up in theNorth Sea – although most boats, and their owners, areprobably happy enough based in the Marina full time.If you do want to make the most of the open water,Lincoln and Newark are within a few hours’ boat journey,and alongside the Fossdyke you can drop anchor alongside ahost of beautiful pubs and restaurants.A great example of the community spirit in Burton Waterscame last summer when Beal Homes, who have developedThe Quays, the hugely popular housing development,worked alongside Marino’s Restaurant, one of the top diningdestinations, to host a Live at The Quays event. It was afantastic day for all the family with a barbecue, kids’entertainment and, best of all, lots of live music from localbands – as well as offering the opportunity to check out thenew show home at The Quays.The Quays has certainly attracted a lot of attention. WithDutch-inspired architecture, balconies and terraces to enjoystunning views across the marina and contemporary openplan living spaces, the properties are being snapped up bythose looking for both main homes or relaxing weekendretreats. Owners are able to stamp their own personal styleon a home at The Quays – internal layouts can be shaped tocreate truly individual homes and notable internal designfeatures include vaulted bedroom ceilings, Italian inspiredkitchens, walk-on balconies and garden terraces.The latest and final additions to the development are twomarina view properties with roof terraces looking out acrossthe water, and a row of south west facing houses withgardens fronting on to the marina. The prime location ofthese three bedroom Brant and four bedroom Chaterdesigns make them some of the best plots at Burton Watersand they’ve enjoyed a warm response from potential buyers.This is in addition to The Landings which over the past fewyears has provided a stunning location for continental-stylewaterside homes, with private jetties and balconies lookingout across the water. The architectural character of the54 Á52-57_Layout 1 23/03/2015 14:24 Page 254 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYBURTON WATERShomes at Burton Waters has been inspired by watersidesettlements in Suffolk, Scandinavia and the Netherlands, butinterpreted to create a contemporary look.There really is a warm welcome for everyone, as illustratedby the new Tennyson Wharf care home from Barchester,which since February has been welcoming residents.Certainly you can’t imagine a more relaxing location forthose who deserve a little extra care and attention thanBurton Waters, with the stunning views over the boats andyachts creating a perfect tranquil setting. The recent OpenDay proved a big hit with dozens of people checking out thefantastic facilities.Marino’s, who organised the Live at The Quays event, are agreat example of the high quality dining options available atBurton Waters. It fits in perfectly with the European vibe thatexists across Burton Waters, with authentic Italian cuisine,and when the weather’s good it’s fantastic to sit outside andenjoy fine food while enjoying the stunning scenery. It’s beena huge success since it opened twelve months ago and hasadded to the huge choice and vibrant atmosphere thatmeans Burton Waters is just as great a place to visit duringthe evenings as it is in the day.New options are arriving at Burton Waters all the time too– Quayside Gifts, for example, is one of the latest additionsand offers that special something for a loved one alongsidethe chance to meet with friends for a chat and a coffee.Lots of people also take the opportunity to head down toBurton Waters for therapy of all kinds – not just fabulousfood, but also bags of retail therapy and the top salons andThe new Tennyson Wharfcare home from BarchesterCall in and relax over a freshly prepared coffeeand browse the beautiful array of giftsThe Landings, Burton Waters, Lincoln LN1 2TUQUAYSIDE GIFTS01522 534972QUAYSIDE DELI01522 520269PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/PHOTOGRAPHYBYMKFinest al fresco Italian diningset on the picturesqueBurton WatersTel: 01522 542711 www.marinosristorante.co.ukContact us: Waterfront Hair Salon, 9 The Landings,Burton Waters, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 2TUTel : 01522 538444 www.waterfronthair.comFive minutes from Lincoln Central andextensive free parking for all clients!“A hair style is an outfit wornevery day, therefore it needs tobe right”52-57_Layout 1 23/03/2015 14:24 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRETODAY55BURTON WATERSclinics that help to create a whole newyou. Cast aside the hustle and bustle ofthe high street and enjoy a truly relaxingenvironment, while a host of expertbeauticians and clinicians welcome you.Quays Beauty, for example, has earneda fantastic reputation in recent years forproviding an elite standard of beautytherapy and working with only the bestproducts in the market, and whetheryou’re after a relaxing massage, anuplifting facial or just a bit of extrasparkle, you’re guaranteed the ultimatebeauty experience in surely one of themost relaxing and attractive locations inthe county.Recently celebrating their secondanniversary are Jojo Atkins and the teamat Waterfront Hair. The Wella colourspecialists match the fantasticatmosphere at Burton Waters with awarm welcome and thoroughlyprofessional approach.The Quays Orthotic Practice’s BurtonWaters clinic is also hugely popular. Theorthotic treatment that they offer is notjust for professional athletes or peoplewith complex medical conditions, butalso helps to reduce pain or preventinjury, often used as an alternative tosurgery as well as before and aftersurgery. The professionalism and warmwelcome from the team, combined withthe attractive location, means manypeople take the opportunity to use itsservices.Burton Waters sells itself as the mostprestigious purpose-built marina in theUK, and certainly it’s hard to imagine amore impressive setting – and with itsunique mix of tranquil surroundings andthe convenience of a major city on itsdoorstep, it’s the kind of thing that canreally only happen in Lincolnshire.52-57_Layout 1 23/03/2015 14:24 Page 4See more online: beal-homes.co.ukVIEW THE DEVELOPMENT BY BOAT Call 01522 704705 to arrange an appointmentShow Home & Marketing Suite open daily 10am - 5pm Visit us at Burton Waters Marina, Lincoln SAT NAV LN1 2TUNOW OPENBrand new Show HomeLAST FEW MARINA HOMES AT THE QUAYS*Standard Beal Homes terms and conditions apply. Stamp Duty paid offer subject to reservation by 30/4/15 with 28 day exchange of contracts and legal completion subject to build. Beal Homes reserve the right to withdraw or alter this offer at any time prior to the payment of a reservation fee. Offer shown cannot be used in conjunction with any other Beal Homes offer or purchase incentive. Ability to change internal layout subject to stage of construction at time of reservation, and building regulations where applicable. All discounts, schemes and offers are offered subject to qualification and are plot specific - ask for details. Prices correct at time of going to print.BURTON WATERS MARINA, LINCOLNThe Quays is the perfect choice for those who do not want to compromise on style, quality and individuality. Each home boasts light, contemporary living spaces, with an unrivalled standard specification and the unique option of altering layouts* to design your very own bespoke interior. It’s your home, we just help create it.Distinctive 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £219,995 to £389,995*STAMP DUTY PAIDTHROUGHOUT APRIL52-57_Layout 1 23/03/2015 14:24 Page 5LINCOLNSHIRETODAY57BURTON WATERSBURTON WATERS CLINICDo you suffer from...Foot Pain?Knee Pain?Back Pain?Orthotic intervention helps to reduce pain, slow the progression of a deformity or prevent injury.Orthotic treatment is not just for professional athletes or people with complex medical conditionsBook your assessment with a qualified and experienced Orthotist.6 & 7 The Landings | Burton Waters | Lincoln | LN1 2TUCALL 01522 520 362 /07946 598 133info@quaysorthotics.co.uk | www.quaysorthotics.co.ukAre you in painwhen doing sport?Pam Coulton at the Burton Waters Clinicexplains why the answer is rarely aboutgiving up what you loveFar too many athletes dread the injury that will result in thediscussion about giving up their sport. For many, this results incarrying on with an injury, causing further problems.Yet sports injuries, if caught and treated early enough, need notlead to giving up, or even in impaired performance. There aremany orthotic interventions, most very simple, that can promotepain-free activity, increase confidence and reduce the chances offurther injury. Many sports, especially running and ball sports, have specialmovement sequences, which increase the risk of elevated stressand strain. It’s possible with the use of a bespoke orthotic insole,designed for your foot, to reduce the risk of damage fromoverloading as much as possible by supporting naturalmovements and preventing incorrect strain.Many sports require a different range of movement, andtherefore the strain is felt most at the ankle or the knee. Taketennis, where many professionals suffer from ankle injuries causedby the sudden explosion of often lateral movement, Simple, yeteffective ankle orthoses worn on one or both ankles can assist withstability and increase confidence.High impact sports such as skiing or cycling may require a kneebrace, to both prevent injury and assist in recovery. There aremany types, all designed for a different purpose, and to get thetype best suited to your situation, an appointment with anorthotist is recommended.Burton Waters Clinic offer a free consultation with a qualifiedand experienced orthotist whatever your sport. The clinic alsonow stocks Protein Water – fruit flavoured bottled watercontaining 16g of Whey protein.New show homeat The QuaysFrom a rooftop terrace, watch marina lifepass by, with the new Beal show homeon The Quays.A new show home has been opened this month, one of the lastthirteen properties at The Quays, set within the Lincolnshire inlandmarina. Step out onto a rooftop terrace and be captivated by theview of marina life passing by, ever-changing through the seasons. The show home is simply decorated in a soothing palette of palegreys and whites, the interior designed to have a calming effectintended to help the occupier switch off from the cares of theworld and relax. The first floor open plan living space has a fullwall of bi-fold doors opening out onto the roof terrace, while afurther floor accommodates three bedrooms – including a masterwith en-suite, vaulted ceiling, four poster bed and arched fulllength windows leading onto a balcony. Developer Beal Homes are inviting house hunters to come andsee for themselves the quality of the build and finish of theenvironment at Burton Waters, and to experience the daffodilsblooming around the marina development this spring.In addition to the three ‘Marina View’ properties, buyers stillhave a choice of seven South West facing waterfront houses andthree ‘off water’ plots which overlook an oval water feature at theheart of The Quays. Prices range from £219,995 up to £389,995.In consultation with Beal’s team of designers, buyers can decide ontheir preferred bespoke internal layout, as well as selecting finishes,fixtures and fittings, when purchasing remaining properties at anearly stage of construction.See more online: beal-homes.co.uk52-57_Layout 1 23/03/2015 14:24 Page 658 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYBURTON WATERSThe home provides a welcoming,warm and comfortable home for olderpeople which offers high-quality nursingand residential care. Alongside this, it alsohas a dedicated Memory LaneCommunity, providing personalised carefor people living with dementia.The purpose-built home beganwelcoming residents in February andtheir carefully selected and highly trainedcare team – most of which are employedfrom the local area – have been enjoyinggetting to know the people who havemoved in so far. Jospeh Jew, aged 91, was one of thefirst individuals to come to TennysonWharf for respite care. Following his stay,he said, “It’s a fabulous place to be andthe attitude of staff has been incredible. Ihave loved the easy-going, homelyatmosphere and the food has beenwonderful. I am looking forward tocoming back.”Residential care is available to thosewho need help with the tasks of dailyliving, and nursing care provides anadditional level of assistance to thosewho may require it. Tennyson Wharf’s Memory LaneCommunity offers high-quality care forthose people living with dementia.Designed to enable individuals living withdementia to continue to live a full andactive life, features include a sensorygarden, adapted crockery and tablewareand memory boxes with small reminderssuch as photographs to help each personreminisce. The home’s life-skills kitchen enablesresidents to get involved with baking andexperience the familiarity of everydayhousehold tasks like setting the table fordinner. By participating in meaningfulactivities, such as gardening andpainting, individuals feel engaged andstimulated throughout the day. Lively andinvolving activities programmes run byour skilled activities coordinators aredesigned for everyone’s enjoyment,whether it’s an arts and craft afternoon, afitness morning or a film evening. Thehome also has a minibus to take peopleCare and comfort atTennyson Wharf is a brand new care home in a unique locationoverlooking the prestigious Burton Waters marina.out for trips, such as to the shops ortheatre.Barchester make sure every meal isnutritionally balanced to contribute toeach individual’s general well-being, andcater for a variety of dietaryrequirements. An impressive choice of cuisine isserved each day, by a skilled team ofchefs.Tennyson Wharf will be holding anopen weekend on Saturday 25th andSunday 26th April. Anyone interested intaking a look at the new home iswelcome to come along from 10am to5pm on Saturday and 10am to 4pm onSunday. There will be activitiesthroughout both days and refreshmentswill be provided by the home’s hospitalityteam. Debra Owen, General Manager atTennyson Wharf, says, “The openweekend is a great opportunity forpeople to see for themselves what life atTennyson Wharf is like and to meet ourfriendly team. This is a stunning newhome and the individuals who havemoved in so far are settling in reallywell.”For further information or toarrange a viewing at a timeconvenient for you, contact amember of the Tennyson Wharfcare team on 01522 849215 orvisit www.barchester.com.58_Layout 1 20/03/2015 11:22 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY59GOLFGET IN TOGOLFLincolnshire is renowned for itsgolfing heritage, but what is it thatdraws so many people to the sport? 60 ÁPHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/DJTAYLORIt’s almost impossible to live in Lincolnshire andnot see some sign of the county’s golfingheritage. With a myriad of golf clubs and courses,from the north down to the south, the Lincolnshireregion has much to offer golfers. But why is it thatso many people – both young and old – are sokeen?As a sport, golf has had a surprising amount ofscientific research focused on it. In particular lookingat the benefits of golf and what it can do for thehuman body and the results speak volumes. If you’re looking to lose weight or tone yourfigure, it’s been found that a round of golf is moreefficient than a gym session. On average an 18-holegame of golf burns around 900 calories. Andconsidering the sport is slower paced, it also meansyou don’t feel as exhausted at the end of it, as you59-61_Layout 1 20/03/2015 12:33 Page 1Next >