< Previous10 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAYGARDENScherries, plums, apples, strawberries, runner beans, French beans, tomatoes and onions. Out of everything in the garden, though, Barbara’s favourite plant is the cerinthe. She said: “I love the cerinthe because it seeds itself and you can collect the seeds and grow them for the next year. It’s unusual, and it seems to do really well here.” Amongst the plants, the garden has several standout features. One of the most intriguing of these is the wooden sculpture carved by award winning chainsaw sculptor Mick Burns. Barbara said that the sculpture was previously a large cedar tree that the couple planted themselves. While the tree was only supposed to grow to ten foot, according to the label, Barbara remarked: “I think that was a mistake, it should have been more like ten meters!” Eventually Barbara and David had to chop it down, leaving just the trunk. Barbara said: “It kept growing, and we had it reduced several times. In the end it was banging on the bedroom window, spreading right across the drive, and it waved about when it was windy, so we were a little worried about it. We cut it down but left the trunk there because it’s always sad when you have to cut a tree down. I then decided I wanted to have it carved into something, specifically a fern sculpture. So after seeing images on his website, we asked Mick Burns to carve it for us.” Taking down the tree has opened up the couple’s garden, bringing in more light, and giving it as Barbara said: “a new lease of life.” Another delightful feature of the garden is its fountain, which is surrounded by potted plants containing dahlias, a fatsia cobweb plant, bamboo, and nicotiana flowers. On the fountain Barbara said: “It’s quite eye-catching! We installed it because I love the sound of water - it’s soothing and therapeutic. As we have grandchildren who come around frequently, we didn’t want something that was unsafe. So I didn’t want a pond as we would have to keep our eyes on the children all the time.” While both these features are splendid, one of Barbara’s favourite elements of the garden is what the couple call “the courtyard area,” where they grow vegetables, have a cutting garden, and space to sit. Barbara said: “I think that area is very interesting, and we can sit out there 28-31.qxp_Layout 1 18/03/2019 14:39 Page 3GARDENSin the morning, get the sun and have our breakfast or a cup of coffee, it’s quite a nice sheltered area.” Barbara and David also enjoy making compost in their garden to spread on the vegetable beds and have a separate section for just that. The couple also make leaf mould, which Barbara says is particularly good for their sandy soil, which needs as much humus and organic material in it as possible. While the couple have already put a lot of work into the garden, when asked if they have any future plans for it, Barbara said: “We need to get some pruning done, especially of the plum tree, and I need to put in some more plants where we had the conifer hedge cut back. I have a lot in there already, but I would like to have some more to climb up to cover that area. We also want to make a walkway along the side of the hedge and maybe put in an arch. I’m sure we’ll come up with something else later on too as we’re always developing the garden.” With the outstanding quality of the garden achieved in just the past ten years, it will certainly be exciting to see what another ten bring.LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 31millstonegardencentre.co.uk01472 828 150 Cheapside, Waltham, Grimsby DN37 0HX Mon to Sat: 8:00—5:00pm. 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However, maybe you are looking to have more of a makeover but have concerns regarding levels in your garden or want something a bit different. One solution could be gabions. These are cages of various sizes which are usually filled with rocks, concrete, sand and soil, and they are used in civil engineering, road buildings and military applications. They are also used in landscaping for engineering purposes such as retaining walls, but they can create a striking feature. If you do have a garden on various levels, or on a slope, then gabions can be used to make the garden more user-friendly. We did a project where we used gabion cages to create a boundary to a garden which was made up of a low-level gabion wall and tall pillars. Cedar wood was then used between each pillar. The combination of the stone filled gabions and cedar created a striking boundary. Gabions do not have to be filled with stones, as we demonstrated by filling a rectangle gabion with green glass to create a unique light feature. We placed a light behind the glass filled gabion and at night the light shines through the glass creating an amazing feature. This was in the same garden with the cedar and gabion boundary and so we also put a band of the green glass in the gabions pillars to tie the garden together. There are many more ways that gabions can be used other than as boundary treatment or retaining walls. For example, they can be used to create a fire pit, seating, or within the garden to create a barrier between separate areas. We have used gabions to create unique seating areas. We Steps to a striking garden 32 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAYWe are now well and truly into spring and while our gardens will be looking more vibrant there is still much to do, as Ed Fuller from Fullers Forestry and Landscaping explores. 32-33.qxp_Layout 1 18/03/2019 14:41 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 33have designed a decking area and have built gabion seating along one side of it. We then filled the gabions with drainage pipes of different sizes alongside treated timber. We then installed a hardwood top on the gabions and with some comfy cushions you have a unique bench. The gaps between the timbers also enables bugs to have somewhere to go as it’s like having a big bug hotel. Gabions are a quick and cheap way to add height and depth to a garden, and as they can be filled with a variety of things, and so you could use your imagination and get creative. This means that something that is usually considered as an engineering solution can become something creative and unique in your garden.Specialised Services in Garden Design Landscaping and Tree Maintenance Backed by a highly-skilled and experienced team, we’ve built our reputation on an ability to provide our clients with professional, tailored gardening and forestry solutions FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTATIONSFULLERS Forestry & LandscapingCall 01522 868717 or 07867 510544 info@fullersforestry.co.uk l www.fullersforestry.co.uk www.landscapinglincolnshire.comAround the garden•Keep weeds under control •Mow your lawn (lowering the blades gradually) •Dig in a layer of compost into your beds •Deadhead daffodils but leave the foliage intact allowing it to die back naturally, so they’ll bloom again next year •Sow hardy annuals and herb seeds •Feed hungry shrubs and roses •Keep bird baths and bird feeders topped up to encourage birds to your garden •Plant out perennials in groups of three, five or seven •Protect fruit blossom from late frosts •Divide bamboos and waterlilies Images taken from projects undertaken by Fullers Forestry and Landscaping32-33.qxp_Layout 1 18/03/2019 14:41 Page 2Lincolnshire heritage exploredThe origin of the town’s name, once known as Glanford Brigg is, according to Prof. Kenneth Cameron, probably derived from Old English and obviously refers to a “ford”; the Brigg element is from Old Norse for a quay or jetty (c.f. the Bryggen in Bergen, Norway), but here a bridge. The name Glanford survives today as a local authority area. Brigg’s early history is today is not immediately apparent although settlement here goes back well into prehistoric times. The original, and indeed the modern, town stands at a crossing point of the River Ancholme. Thousands of years ago the area would have been chiefly marshland and the Ancholme valley remained prone to flooding right up until the 1820’s when the “New” River Ancholme was finally cut although attempts at draining had gone on intermittently since the 1630’s. However, people were living here as early as the Bronze Age, that is from around 2,000 BC onwards. A causeway, comprised partly of large oak planks and carbon dated to 780 BC, was unearthed in 1884 just to north of the present County Bridge, Even more surprising was the discovery two years later of an enormous log boat some 50 feet long and up to 5 feet wide hollowed from a single large oak tree and dated some 200 years earlier. Unfortunately, this was sent to Hull museum where it was destroyed during WWII bombing. A more fortunate fate befell a second log boat (now described as a raft) found in 1973 which was conserved at the Maritime Museum at Greenwich but returned to Brigg Heritage Centre for display in 2012. This is a must see! The centre is housed in the former C17th Angel Inn. By the C13th, Glandford Brigg, as it was then known, had become sufficiently important to be granted a market charter. This was in AD1204 and although no copy has been traced the date is known from a mention in a later charter of AD1235. Observant visitors will note that Brigg has no “old” church as one might expect. Throughout much of its long history Brigg was This month we visit Brigg to find some unexpected history.34-35.qxp_Layout 1 18/03/2019 14:42 Page 1remains discernible on OS maps. One still surviving aspect of Brigg’s trading history survives is one of its old toll boards which can be found near the junction of Cross Street with the far end of Wrawby Street. The short walk to it is recommended as it passes several other local “sights”. From the Buttercross go down Bigby Street, left through Cross Street and return down Wrawby Street. Along the way is seen the bizarre sculptured Dying Gladiator inn sign, St John’s church, the elegant Coach House and the pretty 1813 Congregational Chapel. The attractive Buttercross, built in 1817, was formerly the town hall and is now the Tourist Information Office. The Georgian Market Place deserves attention too dominated by the former coaching inn, The Angel, partly dating back to at least the C15th though now with a mock Tudor frontage, the Regency-styled Nelson Inn and other historic facades. Brigg has a long-established grammar school built in 1674 following the death of successful barrister and local landowner Sir John Nelthorpe whose will bequeathed money to found a school LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 35divided amongst four neighbouring parishes – Wrawby, Scawby, Broughton and Bigby – and had only a chapel of ease until St John’s was built in 1841; Brigg became a parish in its own right as late as 1872. The Ancholme has of course always been important influence on the town’s location and development, influencing the early settlers, their food supply, transport and communications. Two bridges within the town now span the “old” and “New Rivers Ancholme (plus the modern A18 bypass). The present “County” bridge, near the Market Place dates from 1828 but John Rennie’s bridge over the new river dates from his completion of work in improving the river between Bishopbridge and Ferriby Sluice in the early 1840’s. This “New” River Ancholme soon created significant economic activity by providing links to industrial Yorkshire and passenger ferries across the Humber; some of the old warehouses from this time survive. Cargoes were mainly agricultural produce (including livestock and animal feeds) but also coal, bricks and wood. Initially boats were horse drawn, including the passenger packet boats, but from the mid-1840’s steam power was introduced and by the 1870’s the Ancholme Packet Company ran daily services to Ferriby. River trade slowly began to decline from the 1850’s with competition from the railways and later from road transport. Even so trading activity continued until well into 1930’s supplying beet to Brigg’s sugar factory that opened in 1928. Nowadays the principal activity on both rivers is that of leisure boating. Remarkably however the old river course plus a master’s house. The town also has a famous connection with Percy Grainger the Australian the early C20th composer and folk song collector. He visited following his association with the local, musical, Elwes family. In 1905 he collected some folk songs at a Brigg music festival, returning in 1906 to record several more songs by local singers. He is remembered now for his arrangement of “Brigg Fair”. Over the years several local industries have flourished, and disappeared. During the mid 1800’s these included the unusual trade in rabbit fur from a specially bred silver/grey type. Those with long memories will recall the huge sugar beet factory (opened 1928) and also within living memory Springs jam factory - now demolished - beside the County Bridge; this is commemorated however with a rather grand tiled wall memorial overlooking the river. My thanks go to the staff of the Heritage Centre for their help and permission to photograph the Bronze Age raft. The Heritage Centre and the TIC both have fascinating leaflets about many aspects of Brigg’s history. by Hugh Marrows34-35.qxp_Layout 1 18/03/2019 14:42 Page 236 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAYFASHIONThis season’s must-haves There are no more excuses for clinging to your winter wear, especially when you seen what our favourite fashion brands have got in store for you. 36-47.qxp_Layout 1 18/03/2019 15:44 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 37FASHIONLauRie No one does simple elegance quite like LauRie, and the brand’s spring and summer collection proves it once again. 36-47.qxp_Layout 1 18/03/2019 15:45 Page 238 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAYFASHION1) Marc Cain This new take on the smart casual concept from Marc Cain has already won our seal of approval and doubtless it’ll earn yours too. The pinstriped pant suit effect makes it ideal for everyday events whilst also being smart enough to wear in a few more formal settings. 2) Samoon With this Samoon ensemble, you’ll exude confidence and style. You’ll never want to take it off. 3) Taifun Feel free to accessorise as you see fit but changing the careful balance of this Taifun outfit would risk the overall effect. See how the tan coloured trousers are complemented in the striped jacket, while the white top brings everything together. Just superb. 4) Numph This stripped-back look from Numph is one of our favourites of the season, with a simple pattern and spaghetti straps over a plain tee-shirt. 5) Ichi Part of Ichi’s express line, this beautiful patterned dress with the overlaying netted effect is an absolute must-have. Photo courtesy of DK Company - ICHI 12336-47.qxp_Layout 1 18/03/2019 15:45 Page 35436-47.qxp_Layout 1 18/03/2019 15:45 Page 4Next >