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The Queens Head traditional English cuisinerevolves around total freshness, individually sourced wine list from France and the NewWorld, and an extensive collection of hand-pulled real ales.Evening Specials: 2 courses –Sunday - Friday evenings for £13.95As Recommended by ‘The Good Food Guide’, ‘The Good Pub Guide’ & ‘The AA Pub Guide’ 2015.Numerous Awards Over The Past Ten Years Including ‘Best Pub Restaurant in Lincolnshire’.Kirkby-La-Thorpe, Sleaford, Lincs NG34 9NUTelephone: 01529 305743 www.thequeensheadinn.com002_Layout 1 18/05/2015 10:58 Page 1It's hard to believe, as I sit here shivering, that it’s that time ofyear, when we head out of the office and into the sunshine tobegin our usual roadshow of the county’s major events. Thisbegins in earnest in a few weeks time with our two-day residencyat the Lincolnshire Show - the Queen of county events.And so our June issue reflects what a healthy, thriving countyLincolnshire is. Our special Lincolnshire Show edition ishistorically our biggest issue, and so all our staff have been at the gym formonths preparing to lug boxes of the magazine to the venue just outsideLincoln. And, despite all the hard manual labour that goes into making thedays a success, we all enjoy it immensely...You'll be able to find the Lincolnshire Today hospitality marquee in ourusual spot, right by the Ringside, from where we'll be handing out ourgoodie bags and providing entertainment with live music, a glass or two ofwine and some mouthwateringly excellent food, courtesy of those greatpeople at Jocastas.Of course there are other things going on in Lincolnshire this month, sowe've got our usual exclusive, exhaustive coverage of fashion, homes andgardens, weddings and motoring. So we hope you enjoy reading our latestofferings just as much as we enjoyed compiling them and don’t forget tocome and say hello at any one of the county shows we’re attending overthe next few months. Looking forward to seeing friends; old and new!Steve FisherEditorLincolnshireToday@lincstodaylincolnshiretoday.netEditor:Steve FisherJournalists:Steve Williams, Michael Fisher, Stuart PearceySales Director: Teri CooperSales Manager: Angela CooperAccounts: Angela Sharman,John DownesCirculations: Dawn CookDesign & Production: Gary Jorgensen,Mark Casson, Rachel GreenAdvertising: Tel: (01472) 310302, Fax: (01472) 310312 Editorial: Tel: (01472) 310305, Fax: (01472) 310317Part Of The Business Link MagazineGroup: Armstrong House, Armstrong Street,Grimsby, N E Lincs DN31 2QEEmail: lincs-today@blmgroup.co.uk Website: www.lincolnshiretoday.net ISSN No: 1366-1299© All rights reserved. No part of this publication may bereproduced, transmitted, photocopied, recorded orotherwise without express permission of the copyright holder,for which application should be addressed first to thepublisher. 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Ifyou are unable to participate in a recyclingscheme, then why not pass your magazineonto a local hospital or charity?welcomeFRONT COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF SHUTTERSTOCK.COM / PAULTARASENKOMORE WAYS TO READLINCOLNSHIRE TODAYLog onto www.lincolnshiretoday.net003_Layout 1 18/05/2015 15:05 Page 1Farm &Country LinkTo coincide with the Lincolnshire Showwe take our regular look at agricultureand the country set102 FARMING NEWSThe latest news from across the countryside105 CEREAL SUCCESSHow are local companies continuing tothrive in tough conditions?109 A TOP SUMMER OF SHOWSThe Lincolnshire Show is just one of manytop events this summer112 HORSE SENSEMore equine advice to help you and yourhorseFeatures6 THIS MONTH IN LINCOLNSHIREWhat’s been going on in the county?8 MAKING HISTORYLincoln remains a vibrant and spectacularplace to live and visit36 EXPLORING LINCOLNSHIRE ON FOOTBrigg, Broughton and The River Ancholme38 THE LIGHT SIDEThis summer’s fashion reflects the seasonwith dazzling white a key trend52 STYLE COMES NATURALLYReflect the colours and textures of summerwith your hair and beauty56 GIVING IT A GOMake the most of this summer with ourhealth and fitness pages59 NUMBER ONE DADFabulous Father’s Day ideas for the big day61 LOVE LOCAL FOODOur dining section highlights the very bestof Lincolnshire producecontentsJUNE3838WHISPER IT – BUT IT LOOKS LIKE SUMMER ISUPON US! THIS SEASON’S FASHION REFLECTSTHAT WITH DAZZLING WHITE A KEY TREND.004-005_Layout 1 18/05/2015 13:12 Page 169 STAR OF THE SHOWLincolnshire provides the ideal backdrop for anunforgettable wedding86 BUSINESS LINCSHow is the county continuing to prosper on thebig stage?89 THE NEXT GENERATIONHow are the county’s schools and collegesnurturing new talent?92 FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDSMake sure your pet has a great summer too94 STATE OF INDEPENDENCEEnsuring older people get the care and supportthey desire114 THE FUTURE’S BRIGHTLincolnshire is leading the world when itcomes to renewables119 GET INTO GEAR!Our bumper motoring section has something tosuit every taste – on two and four wheels136 WHAT’S ON IN LINCOLNSHIREThe top shows and events in the county overthe next few weeksDesirable homes22 THE EDGE OF HEAVENA spectacular development by the LincolnshireShowground is proving a hit28 NO PLACE LIKE HOMEPlenty of advice on the latest home trends30 SEE YOUR GARDEN GROW!Our green-fingered guide through the warmermonths32 A GREEN AND PLEASANT LANDLuscious lawns nestle with colourful flowers inElshamSocial Scenes14 LINCOLN SPORTSMANS CLUB16 WILLOW FOUNDATION BALLDON’T FORGET TO PAY US A VISIT AT THELINCOLNSHIRE SHOW ON JUNE 24TH & 25THON AVENUE 6 STAND 13PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/MARK WILLIAM RICHARDSON004-005_Layout 1 18/05/2015 13:12 Page 2More than eight thousand people attended the secondSpark Engineering Festival at Lincoln Cathedral. The freeevent showcased Lincolnshire’s rich engineering heritage,as well as the cutting-edge developments in maths, science and technology that arehappening across the county right now.Organised by local engineering firms, the festival was an opportunity to find out moreabout the innovation taking place around the city, and aimed to inspire people to take aninterest in engineering – perhaps even encouraging a career in the sector.Paul Taylor, Chairman of the festival, says, “We have world-leading people and world-beating engineering businesses, teachers, researchers and technologists who are applyingtheir knowledge and skills to innovate design, create and supply the best engineeringpeople, services and products worldwide.“We are delighted with how popular the event was. I’d like to thank all the firms andorganisations who took part. I hope we have inspired the next generation of engineersright here in Lincoln.”LATEST NEWSCranwell goes onthe airOn Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June, Cranwell AviationHeritage Centre will take part in an amateur radio specialevent, International Museums Weekend.International Museums Weekend was created in order to setup amateur radio special event stations at as many of themuseums as possible throughout the whole of the world.Event organisers intend to have a station set up at each site,and Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre is one of them! Theywill be teaming up with Grantham Amateur Radio club overthe weekend.Museums taking part over the years have included ships,castles, air museums, Napoleonic forts, pumping stations,wireless museums, racing museums and many others.Jasmin is one ofBritain’s bestJasmin Harding of The Spa Cabin Beauty Salon in Grimoldby, Louth,has been shortlisted as Beauty Therapist of the Year. The BABTAC &CIBTAC Awards is one of the biggest dates in the beauty industrycalendar and Jasmin has seen off national competition to make it to thefinal five.With twelve thousand members in the organisation, the competition isfierce and Jasmin has recently returned from a testing session where shewas challenged to perform a facial, eyebrow wax and a French manicure,and judged by a panel of experts. The winner will be announced at aceremony in June and Lincolnshire Today wishes Jasmin all the best!Jasmin has been a fully qualified therapist for eleven years and hasalways exhibited a real passion for her work. Many of her clients at TheSpa Cabin, situated next to her home in Grimoldby, come back time andagain thanks to Jasmin’s talent and enthusiasm, as well as the wonderfulatmosphere.Thousandsfascinated byLincoln’sengineeringexcellence006-007_Layout 1 18/05/2015 11:01 Page 1Grimsby womenencouraged to takeup ice skatingThe National Ice Skating Association issupporting This Girl Can, a nationalcampaign encouraging females inNorth East Lincolnshire to joinskating programmes at their localice rink.This Girl Can is a nationalcampaign developed by SportEngland. It is a celebration of active women who are gettinginvolved in sports no matter what their ability. NISA hopes toencourage even more females to get involved in ice skating andsign up to Skate UK lessons, available at Grimsby Leisure Centre.Three times British Ice Dance Champion Penny Coomes says,“I was never the most naturally talented but I worked thehardest and believed in myself. My advice to girls and womenwho want to get involved in sport would be to believe inyourself, to love what you do, and to just keep going, keeppushing and keep striving for more.”GB Short Track Speed Skater Charlotte Gilmartin, pictured withPenny, says, “I would love to spread the word about short trackspeed skating and encouraging more women and girls to getinvolved.”To sign up to Skate UK lessons at your local ice rink, visitwww.lincsinspire.com.High fliersawarded top flightaccoladeLincolnshire’s finest, the Red Arrows, have beenchosen as the winners of the 2015 Lincoln CivicAward.Based at RAF Scampton, the Red Arrows hadcompleted 4660 displays in 56 countries by the end of2014 – the Squadron’s fiftieth season. The Lincoln CivicAward Trustees said now, in what is expected to be amilestone year for Lincoln, is a key moment in time tohonour the world famous team and what it stands for.Trustees’ Chairman Henry Ruddock says, “After muchdeliberation, we are delighted the Red Arrows are toreceive the Civic Award in recognition of the team’scontinued outstanding demonstration of skill. We wishto mark the team’s unstinting and consistentdemonstration of precision, close-formation flyingthat continues to thrill the crowds and which has certainly put Lincoln onthe map.”The highly-coveted Lincoln Civic Award, which has been presentedevery year since 1967, is made in silver and was crafted in thestyle of an eight-sided obelisk by the late Lincoln silversmithDerek Birch. It stands nineteen inches high andcelebrates the very best of traditional valuesand contemporary design.Lincolnshire runners raisenearly £4000 for LIVES47 amazing runners took part in the Asda Foundation City of Lincoln10k in support of LIVES, raising more than £3900 so far, crucial fundsfor the life-saving charity. Eighteen runners participated in the race aspart of the official LIVES team, alongside 29 individuals who also ran therace to support LIVES and fundraise for the charity.LIVES is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year and the City ofLincoln 10k is just one of many events the charity has taken part in tocelebrate and to raise vital funds and awareness.Stephen Hyde, fundraising manager at LIVES, says, “We are sograteful to all of the runners who took part in the City of Lincoln 10k,to support LIVES and fundraise for us. The funds they have raised willhelp us to continue providing our service across Lincolnshire, allowingus to train local people and buy equipment.”Family fun discoveringSleaford’s riversideNorth Kesteven District Council are bringing back theirRiverside Discovery Trail giving families the chance to discoverSleaford’s Riverside – by popular demand! The Sleaford RiversideDiscovery Trail is a fun activity for children of all ages, taking youdown the riverside to discover the delights this beautiful area ofSleaford has to offer.Today, the River Slea is a peaceful home to ducks anddragonflies, but over 150 years ago it was an important part ofSleaford life and the discovery trail will help you explore thetown’s fascinating history.The trail will lead you along the river, visiting Lollycocks Field,The Nettles, National Centre for Craft & Design, CogglesfordWatermill and Navigation House. Along the way you’ll be huntingfor a time capsule, using old fashioned scales to solve a clue,counting butterflies and lots more!The trail will be available right through the Summer Holidaysand can be purchased from Navigation House in NavigationWharf or Cogglesford Watermill off East Road for £1.50 per child.There’s a prize at the end too!006-007_Layout 1 18/05/2015 11:01 Page 28 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYLINCOLNJune is always a busy month in Lincoln,with the Show welcoming thousands ofvisitors and the good weatherencouraging many more to enjoy thecity’s many fantastic sights. This June,however, will be especially vibrant as theanniversary with its Great Magna CartaWeekend on 13th and 14th June. There’sa host of special events planned, andprobably the best place to base yourselfis the Brayford Waterfront.It’s a great place to spend time anywaywith its top restaurants and hotels, butthe atmosphere will be heightened stillfurther with carnival processions featuringpuppets, giant figures and stunningcostumes accompanied by live sambamusic. They pass through Brayford asthey parade through the streets ofLincoln and there’ll be a lit performanceon Saturday night.The Freedom Festival brings streetstalls, free have-a-go activities, live musicand entertainment to the BrayfordWaterfront throughout Saturday, makingit a great family day out. Activities includeclimbing walls, face painting and sportsMAKINGHISTORYLincoln’s always had a proud heritage – and the cityremains a vibrant and spectacular place to live and visitcity plays its part in celebrating a pivotalmoment in British history.It’s eight hundred years since theMagna Carta was sealed, and only copiesnow exist – one of which is in LincolnCastle, and the city is marking thePHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/PETER R FOSTER IDMA008-011_Layout 1 18/05/2015 12:00 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY9LINCOLNthat will be available to enjoy throughoutthe day and the festival will come to afinale after dark with a fabulous fireworksdisplay on the Brayford Pool.The weekend will also shine thespotlight on the newly revamped LincolnCastle, where the Magna Carta itself hasa new home in the subterranean David PJ Ross Magna Carta Vault, alongside oneof only two copies of the Charter of theForest – the only place in the worldwhere they can be viewed together. Theirnew home is the centrepiece of the £22million refurbishment, along with theVictorian Prison, which had been closedto the public for decades but is now backopen, including films, panels and digitalinteractive screens exploring how theprisoners would have lived. Someincredible archaeology uncovered duringthe works, including an internationallyimportant Saxon sarcophagus, or stonecoffin, is also on display.Lincoln Castle is certainly a place wherehistory comes alive – and as part of theweekend it’ll play as important a role inthe city as it did in the past with aspectacular celebratory event. A stage willbe set up for a fantastic party, which willshowcase local and regional talent withmusic and dance performances, buildingup to an appearance by the hugelypopular Diversity, who as the headline actwill be premiering a new dance reflectingand celebrating Magna Carta.To emphasise the Castle’s prominenceand importance to the city, the newLincoln Castle Shuttle service waslaunched to coincide with the reopening.It offers a direct transfer to the Castlefrom its base at Whisby Garden Centrefrom first thing in the morning to earlyevening, making it easier than ever forvisitors to explore all the city has to offer.No matter where you are in the city inJune there’ll be something going on, andthat’s wonderfully illustrated by theBarons Charter Trail, which will stretchfrom the city centre to Uphill Lincoln. Itdoesn’t only showcase all the city’s bestbits but also provides a bit of public art.25 fantastic Baron sculptures are beingpainted in eyecatching ways byprofessional artists, to create an army ofcolourful characters. Each Baron has beensponsored by a city business ororganisation, which has been able tochoose a Lincolnshire-inspired theme andan artist to paint theirs – watch out overthe weekend for a Roman Barron, a RedArrows Baron and many more, and see ifyou can spot them all.Lincoln BIG teamed up with Wild in Artto devise the quirky sculpture trail, andLincoln BIG’s Chief Executive Matt11 ÁThe Barons Charter Trailwill stretch from the citycentre to Uphill Lincolnthis summerThis summer’scelebrations willshine the spotlighton the newlyrevamped LincolnCastle, where theMagna Carta itselfhas a new home008-011_Layout 1 18/05/2015 12:00 Page 2Next >