< Previous60 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY MOTORING New plates new motors Mazda MX-5 Sport Venture New plates new motors 60-63.qxp_Layout 1 26/04/2021 08:57 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 61 MOTORING It’s time to take a look at some of the upcoming motors we may soon see on our roads – and we may get to actually see them now with lockdown lifted. Mazda MX-5 Sport Venture The 2021 Mazda MX-5 range has been enhanced with the launch of the limited edition Sport Venture, which arrived in UK dealerships in April. Across more than three decades on sale, special edition MX-5 models have proved popular with sports car enthusiasts looking for a car with unique details, extra equipment and an added dose of exclusivity. With just 160 examples of the Sport Venture coming to the UK this latest special edition follows that tradition. This rare collector’s edition vehicle will be incredibly limited, and anyone would be lucky to pick one up. The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Sport Venture Convertible goes on sale alongside the £27,705 MX-5 R-Sport Convertible, which is a little more attainable and not limited edition. Mercedes-Benz CLS As a coupé, the CLS, together with all roadsters and cabriolets, belongs to the category of dream cars at Mercedes-Benz. To date, more than four million examples have been sold to customers all over the world. Now the CLS shows off an even sportier look. The entry-level model with AVANTGARDE Exterior 62 Á 60-63.qxp_Layout 1 26/04/2021 08:57 Page 262 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY MOTORING as standard features a new front apron with striking air intakes, two louvres at the sides, and a front splitter in silver chrome. In addition to the more distinctive exterior, the interior has also been enhanced. Two new trim finishes, including for the centre console, are available in open-pore brown walnut and high-gloss grey wood. Kia K8 The Kia K8 combines cutting-edge innovation, dynamic performance and contemporary design to establish new benchmarks for premium quality in the saloon class. The exterior runs with a bold new design that embodies the premium qualities of the K8 and takes inspiration from high-end luxury yachts. A progressive but graceful front-end featuring the frameless Tiger Nose Grille is complemented by a muscular ‘fastback’ rear with strong, dropping shoulders. The front-wheel-based AWD K8 will be available with the 3.5 GDI Smartstream powertrain that helps to deliver tailored power and performance driving characteristics while achieving improved fuel economy and reduced emission, perfect for those who want style and elegance but who are also conscious of the environment. BMW iX xDrive40 The BMW iX heralds a new age in mobility. It combines trailblazing design and modern luxury with the latest innovations in automated driving, operation, connectivity and digital services. In the BMW iX xDrive50, the drive system – which features one electric motor on the front axle and another at the rear axle – produces total output of over 370 kW/500 hp and enables acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in under 5.0 seconds. The battery cells are manufactured according to precise specifications from the BMW Group and integrated into model-specific high-voltage batteries. This gives the xDrive40 a range stated at over 249 miles. The most exacting environmental compatibility requirements have been put in place throughout the value chain and for the full life cycle of the BMW iX. The car is currently in the final phase of its series development. At market launch – which will get underway at the end of 2021. Ford Mustang Mach 1 The Mustang Mach 1, the most track- capable member of the Mustang line-up to ever grace UK shores, arrives in early Mercedes-Benz CLS 60-63.qxp_Layout 1 26/04/2021 08:57 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 11 MOTORING summer. Performance is boosted to a level worthy of the iconic Mach 1 moniker with enhanced aerodynamics, a specially-calibrated 5.0-litre V8 engine and uprated cooling for improved track capability. The Mach 1 is also the first production Mustang in Europe available with a high-performance TREMEC six-speed manual transmission, featuring rev-matching technology for seamless down-shifts and an upgraded oil-cooler system for high-demand performance driving. Ford Mustang Mach 1 BMW iX xDrive40 Kia K8 60-63.qxp_Layout 1 26/04/2021 08:57 Page 464 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY onwhat’s Lincoln Saturday 24 April Wonderland Masquerade Black Tie Ball, Doubletree by Hilton Lincoln Hotel This enchanting evening in Wonderland at the Doubletree Hilton Lincoln will raise funds for the Lincoln RSPCA. The ticket price includes a welcome drink; a three-course meal; refreshment; entertainment and a disco. There will also be a fantastic Grand Raffle on the night, as well as a few other exciting opportunities. Best of all, the funds raised go towards helping animals. To find out more, visit www.rspca- lincoln.org.uk. Due to the coronavirus outbreak, readers should be aware that events may have been cancelled or postponed. All dates correct as of publishing, but please check beforehand. Boston Wednesday 28 April Boston History Tour A fascinating tour around the historical sights of Boston. Organised by Jane Keightley, the even begins outside Fydell House and lasts about half an hour. To find out more, call 077173267265. Lincoln Saturday 1 – Monday 31 May A Walk in the Park Lincoln City Foundation are challenging you to set your own challenge this May and walk from your local park to another park of your choice. In this inclusive challenge, you can set your own distance depending on your own capabilities, on a date in May to suit you! Raise a minimum of £100 for our male mental health project 'team talk' to receive your Walk In the Park Medal. To find our more, visit www.lincolncityfoundation.com/ awalkinthepark. Alford Saturday 29 – Monday 31 May Alford Craft Market Spring Bank Holiday Working Crafts Weekend, Alford Manor House Taking place at The Gardens and The Big Marquee at Alford Manor House, Online Monday 7 June Potions, Lotions & Cure Alls Join Lincolnshire Heritage online as Peter Hammond, a qualified archaeologist and an experienced local and family historian, delivers this entertaining talk. We’ve all heard of Boots the Chemists, but what about some of the other chemists that also flourished a hundred years ago? This talk focuses on a selection of some of them, and viewers can ‘sample’ some of the amazing products that they sold. To find out more, visit www.heritagelincolnshire.org. © Shutterstock/Chamille White 64-67.qxp_Layout 1 26/04/2021 08:23 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 65 66 Á this is a celebration of contemporary ceramics. Come along and see the 1,200 clay birds that local people made in 2020. You can also meet the potters and watch demonstrations by the experts or have a go yourself. There’s plenty of pottery stalls plus other first-class handmade crafts. The event will be opened by Matt Wilcock, winner of the inaugural BBC Great Potter Throwdown at 11am on the Saturday. To find out more, visit www.alfordcraftmarket.co.uk. Lincoln Saturday 29 May – Saturday 5 June Outdoor Theatre: Wind in the Willows, The Lawn Take your seat in front of The Lawn and enjoy the return of live theatre to Lincoln, enjoying a performance of Wind in the Willows, adapted by Julie Fox. Order a cream tea and have your picture taken with the irascible Mr Toad, the gentle Mole, the cunning Ratty or the inscrutable Badger, then sit back and watch the Spalding Friday 1 October Omid Djlili: The Good Times Tour, South Holland Tour Omid’s brand new comedy show arrives in Spalding. Intelligent, always provocative, entertaining, Omid’s legendary stand-up performances is a captivating comedy masterclass. His credits range from Hollywood films to television and the West End stage. To find out more, visit www.southhollandcentre.co.uk. Lincoln Saturday 3 July – Thursday 9 September Lincoln Imp Trail, City-wide A trail of 30 colourful Lincoln imp sculptures in and around the city of Lincoln, designed by local and national artists, and raising money for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice. Spearheaded by Lincoln BIG, this is the city’s third sculpture trail. Artists, both professional and amateur, local and national, have designed each sculpture to add lots of colour to the city centre through the trail. The IMPs will assemble for their Farewell event at Lincoln Castle before being auctioned to raise money for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice on 1 October 2021 at Lincoln Cathedral. To find out more, visit www.lincolnimptrail.co.uk. © Paul Kemshell of Predicated 64-67.qxp_Layout 1 26/04/2021 08:23 Page 266 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY WHAT’S ON children’s classic, complete with working “motor car” and incredible performances from our professional cast. To find out more, visit www.blueroomlincoln.co.uk. Louth Friday 11th June The Jam’d ‘Live’, The Riverhead Theatre Every effort is placed into reproducing the sound, arrangements and energy of a Jam gig. Those who saw The Jam live will remember the electricity, aggression, passion, and even fashion on stage, something not always prevalent in today’s world, but to The Jam’d, it is a passion, a mission, and an honour to play for fans of “the best band in the world!”. To find out more, visit www.louthriverheadtheatre.com. Lincoln Saturday 3 July Comedy in the Park, Lincolnshire Showground A unique outdoor experience, Comedy in the Park will feature some of the biggest Cleethorpes Friday 16 July Grease Outdoor Cinema Sing-A-Long, Meridian Showground Bring a blanket or camping chair and enjoy the singing and dancing world of ‘Grease’ at this Sing-A- Long showing of the most successful movie musical of all time. For more information visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grease- outdoor-cinema-sing-a-long-at- meridian-showground-cleethorpes- tickets-89768755765? aff=ebdssbcitybrowse Lincoln Thursday 3 June Kendal Mountain Festival, New Theatre Royal Watch a collection of short outdoor films on the big screen. See stories of human endurance and breath-taking environments during this thrilling night of adventure. For more information visit https://bit.ly/3aMHoiv © Shutterstock/Africa Studio 64-67.qxp_Layout 1 26/04/2021 08:23 Page 3and best names in comedy all on one stage. Headlined by John Bishop, also joining him will be Rob Beckett, Al Murray, Russell Kane, Ed Gamble, Nish Kumar and Desiree Burch. For more information visit www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk/ whats-on/event/comedy-in-the-park- 03-07-2021 Mablethorpe Monday 12 July - Sunday 5 September Russells International Circus, Radio St Peters Roll up, roll up to the greatest show in town, the world famous Russells International Circus is making its annual visit to Mablethorpe. The brand new spectacular two-hour show features award-winning artistes from around the world, including daring trapeze Artistes, hilarious clowns, and don’t miss Ringmaster Rusty Russell the star of Channel 5 TVs Circus Kids. To find out more, call 07752218805. Lincoln Thursday 29 July - Monday 2 August Vision 2021 - Lincoln Flower Festival, Lincoln Cathedral Displays will blossom in every area of the Lincoln Cathedral, bringing it to life in a unique and inspiring way. This festival will celebrate the life and works of St Hugh of Lincoln, as well as many other notable visionaries. The displays of the Lincoln Flower Festival 2021 will cover poetry, theatre, film, and fashion, alongside history, exploration, invention, and more. There will be something for everyone, from the Pilgrim Fathers’ journey to the New World to the LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 67 WHAT’S ON Online Saturday 15 May Everything Is Absolutely Fine A new comedy musical from about anxiety disorders, caring and trying to keep going. With power ballads, show tunes and body percussion, House of Blakewell explore what it’s like to be human and to struggle. Alice is making a new start. Things are going to be different. She has moved out of the big city to a small town, doing the job she loves as an Occupational Therapist. She is going to be a new person here, cool, calm and free. The kind of person who goes running everyday and can go to a cafe and sit on their own. She is going to make a difference, meet new people and become a new woman. But her old friend Anxiety has other ideas. To find out more, visit www.trinityartscentre.ticketsolve.com. ALFORD CRAFT MARKET SPRING BANK HOLIDAY WORKING CRAFTS WEEKEND THE GARDENS AND THE BIG MARQUEE ALFORD MANOR HOUSE WEST STREET, ALFORD, LINCS. LN13 9HT ADMISSION: GIVE WHAT YOU CAN AFFORD Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th & Monday 31st May, 2021 10am - 5pm each day Come and see the 1200 clay birds that local people made in 2020! A celebration of contemporary ceramics. Meet the potters and watch demonstrations by the experts or have a go yourself. Lots of pottery stalls plus other first class handmade crafts. To be opened by Matt Wilcock, winner of the 1st BBC Great Pottery Throwdown 11am Saturday. moon landing and even Harry Potter. For more information visit www.lincolncathedral.com/forthcomin g-events/flower-festival-vision-2020/ Grantham Friday 10 Sep La Voix – the UK Funniest Red Head, Guildhall Arts Centre La Voix has packed it by the case load and is heading to Grantham with her incredible musicians for an unforgettable evening! Expect side splitting comedy, huge vocals, mesmerising impressions of the world’s biggest divas and buckets full of energy. For more information, visit www.guildhallartscentre.com. 64-67.qxp_Layout 1 26/04/2021 08:23 Page 468 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY Aries Mar 21 - Apr 20 The time is coming for you to reassess a close romantic relationship or friendship you are harbouring doubts about. Perhaps a change of heart is justified, but you have been stalling for time in the hope that things may resolve themselves. Taurus Apr 21 - May 21 Your attitude to life is altering considerably because you are beginning to look at things and certain people in a brand-new light. This is no time to give way to fears and emotional insecurities because that will only stand in the way of your success. Gemini May 22 - June 21 Although you will receive lots of good advice from close friends and supporters, you prefer to follow your instincts on many matters because they have always proved right in the end. An ex-partner may reappear back on the social scene hoping to reconnect with you once more. Cancer Jun 22 - Jul 23 Always choose your companions wisely and let’s hope that you have learned some valuable lessons regarding trusting virtual strangers and newcomers. Romantic relationships can sometimes take time to develop so have the patience to allow things to evolve naturally. Leo Jul 24 - Aug 23 Peace and quiet is needed but right now there is so much going on around you that it’s very difficult for you to relax or take it easy, however, don’t lose heart because change is in the air and brighter days are just around the corner. Virgo Aug 24 - Sep 23 You can look forward to enjoying a few days off in your own back garden or find yourself jetting off on an exotic holiday. A romantic encounter with someone quiet mysterious with unusual, fascinating looks will set your pulse racing with excitement and the need to discover more. Libra Sep 24 - Oct 23 Sometimes, when you are not looking for it, romance can creep into your life and take you by surprise. Whatever your current circumstances, everything is about to change throwing you into a state of confusion and disbelief because the future looks so exciting. Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 22 Something quite remarkable is about to happen in your world and it could even begin with innocent friendship that will slowly develop into simmering passion of the heart and mind. Suddenly your everyday existence will take on a new meaning with events developing daily that will put a refreshed spring into your step. Sagittarius Nov 23 - Dec 21 Lady luck is smiling upon you and you seem to be acquiring the knack of being in the right place at precisely the right time. Never allow anyone to undermine your confidence with their jealousy. You know exactly who your true friends are and you are wise to keep details of your finances to yourself. Astrology by Linda Lancashire 0776 4466381 www.lindalancashire.co.uk teresastanley1@btinternet.co.uk Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 20 Being a private person and one who respects and values discretion pickiness in others, all newcomers should be viewed with scepticism until they have passed your tests. Job interviews will go more smoothly and successfully than you anticipated which could also indicate a big turning point in your professional fortunes all boding for the better. Aquarius Jan 21 - Feb 19 Someone may ask you to do them the kind of favour or make a request that you don’t feel comfortable about granting so don’t be afraid to decline and remove yourself from their company. Pisces Feb 20 - Mar 20 A worrying financial matter will show signs of resolving itself which will enable you to feel a lot more confident about the future, but it’s also important that you do not overspend on trivia either. Niggling health issues and minor accidents and injuries could slow you down immensely. SUDOKU competition Closing date for entries is: 20th MAY 2021 To enter just email the numbers that appear in the yellow squares to: competitions@blmgroup.co.uk Win a £20 voucher to spend with any of our advertisers in this issue. Last month’s solution J1A8N D1E7C your stars Lincolnshire Today’s guide to the astro month ahead... 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