< PreviousNew showhome now open daily at Manor Farm, BardneyEnjoy village living at Manor Farm, a development of 44 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes & bungalows just 11 miles from LincolnVisit us from 10:30am – 5:30pm daily just off St Lawrence Drive, Bardney, LN3 5SUCall: 01526 399705 or email: sales@chestnuthomes.co.ukAlso building in Dunholme, Lincoln, Boston, Coningsby & Alford.Building new homes across Lincolnshire for 30 yearsMention ‘Lincolnshire Today Magazine’ when you reserve your new home to receive a £250 home furnishings voucher.10.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:08 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY11PROPERTYCollingham Brook is a superbdevelopment of good sized 3, 4, and 5-bedroom new family homes in tendifferent property styles from LarkfleetHomes set in the historic village ofCollingham. All the new homes inCollingham Brook are fitted with solarpanels as standard. There is a range of propertiesready to move into in June. Andto assist your move there is arange of schemes availableincluding Help to Buy, PartExchange and Assisted Sale.Located close to the River Trentbetween the market town ofNewark and the cathedral city ofLincoln, Collingham is withineasy reach of the rollinglandscapes, parks and woods ofSherwood Forest to the west and theLincolnshire Wolds and traditional seasidetowns of the east coast of England. Its location makes Collingham ideal foractive families who prefer an outdoor life.There are plenty of parks and openspaces for you to enjoy within easy reach.The National Water Sports Centre islocated close to Nottingham in HolmePierrepont Country Park where familiescan enjoy a host of water sports andadventure activities while the resorts ofthe East Coast are just a day trip away.Collingham has a range of amenitiesnot usually found in modern villagesincluding a village pub, take-ways,independent shops, a post office andlocal convenience stores.Collingham also boasts more than50 local special-interest groups,including very high-quality cricket,football, tennis and bowls clubs,and a library.Transport links are excellent.Collingham station offers a regularrail service throughout the day toLincoln, Newark and Nottingham,with onward connections via the nationalrail network. A popular and frequentservice to and from London via Newarkon the East Coast mainline in under oneand a half hours makes Collinghamconvenient for commuters. Connections to the national roadnetwork are equally convenient, with themain A1 north/south, A46 to the westand A17 to the east interchange onlythree miles away.Collingham has a popular and thrivingprimary school, which is well-integratedinto the life of the village. A range ofother school options are available in thearea, including the Newark Academy andthe Tuxford Academy and there areexcellent university options in Lincoln andNottingham.Rural living for active families in excitingnew development at CollinghamIf your dream is a new home in a vibrant village with a genuine feeling of shared communitythen Collingham Brook in rural East Nottinghamshire is for you. There is a new home to suitthe whole family in one of the most sought-after housing locations in the region.For more information and to check availability at the Collingham Brook development, call the Larkfleet Homessales office on 01778 391555, or visit www.larkfleethomes.co.uk/collingham-brook-collingham/newhomes. 11.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:29 Page 112 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESA pieceof historyHeydour Priory is a classic stone family home with historyinside its walls, but is surprisingly perfect for a party.12-17.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:31 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY13HOMESThis impressive grade II listed 16th century Tudormanor house is set in a delightful rural hamlet ofeight properties approximately 7 miles west ofSleaford, and 7 miles north east of Grantham, fromwhich the East Coast Mainline reaches London in anhour. The current owners bought the property afterviewing it on a particularly hideous foggy day,highlighting the true draw and beauty of the home.Carrie and Nick Ringrose have been at HeydourPriory since 2005, moving there because Nick’schildren lived and went to good schools in the area.The couple were looking for something rural, butclose to a train station as both Carrie and Nick usedto commute. The home certainly delivered, beingnot even 20 minutes from Grantham station, whichgave Nick, as he said, “a better work life balance”,where he could leave for work in London and thencome back to an idyllic rural life offering greatcountryside walks from his doorstep. In fact, thelocation is perfect for commuters as the couple notethat they often make it into the capital before theirfriends who live in areas surrounding London do.The couple also chose this stunning propertybecause of its character and heritage, as Nick has akeen interest in history and archaeology. HeydourPriory is close to the 12th century church St Michael’s,and was once the ancestral home of the Dymokefamily who were the hereditary King’s orQueen’s14 Á12-17.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:31 Page 214 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESChampion since the Norman Conquest.Intriguingly, the house is also thought tohave acted as a rest stop for mendicantmonks on their way to Lincoln Cathedral,and a refuge for Catholic priests duringthe Reformation, which is evidenced inthe priest hole and carvings above thefront door of the property. If one steps through this magnificentand intriguing front door, one is greetedby the grand entrance hall, whichfeatures a wealth of characters includingits flagstone floor and exposed beams.To the right of the entrance hall is thebreakfast room and kitchen, which has areal country feel with its wood strippedfloor, Aga cooker, range of fitted units,and windows that look onto the reargarden of the property. Stairs in thisroom lead up to what is currently a study,but could also act as a bedroom withstunning garden views.Off the left of the entrance is thedouble aspect dining room, whichcontinues the hall’s exposed beams andflagstone floor, and holds a classic16 Áinglenook fireplace with a log burner.Continuing through the home, onereaches the triple aspect sitting room, aquiet and calm area, and one of Nick’sfavourite rooms, which has relaxinggarden views, stripped wooden floors,exposed oak beams and a stonefireplace.Up a stone spiral staircase, on the firstfloor, there is a double aspect masterbedroom which hosts a dressing room, aguest bedroom with ensuite and a familybathroom. Up another spiral staircase isthe top floor of the home with twoensuite attic bedrooms, which hold asitting room in between them.Moving outside, there is a graveldriveway surrounded by manicured lawnsleading up to the house and12-17.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:31 Page 3Stores in Grantham, Boston, ScunthorpeShop online at www.oldrids.co.uk #LoveOldridsDowntownWhatever You Lovefrom Crockery to Chameleons12-17.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:31 Page 416 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESAshby ParkLincolnshire’s best kept secretThe market town of Horncastle renowned for its antique and curioshops is only one and a half miles from the park. Other amenitieswithin two miles include indoor swimming pool and indoor bowls.Golf course and driving range less than one mile. Local pubs andrestaurants serve quality food at reasonable prices.West Ashby, Horncastle, Lincolnshire LN9 5PPTel: 01507 527966 Email: info@ashbypark.co.ukwww.ashbypark.co.ukWe look forward to welcoming you toAshby Park, offering you a friendly andinformal atmosphere, peace, tranquillity,good walks a diversity of wildlife and achance to enjoy truly relaxing days awayfrom the crowd, a peaceful holiday retreat.•70 acres of unspoilt countryside•7 fishing lakes with no close season•Fishing pegs and disabled toilets• Touring and Caravans sites•Electricity hook-ups•Water Hookup for •Bottled Gas•Fishing for Guests•Laundry room•Public Telephone•Dogs AllowedNewLuxuryHolidayHomesfor Saleoutbuildings. The property sits in 3.3 acres of land whichfeatures two large ponds with pathways of wild flowers andestablished trees. The home’s gardens are one of the couple’sfavourite features. Nick said: “The landscapers did a cleverjob and so the garden has amazing wildlife, with ducks,butterflies, colourful dragonflies and all sorts.” Carrie added: “There are woodpeckers and owls, and akingfisher lives in the pond - the garden is absolutelybeautiful.” There is also a hard tennis court perfect for takingadvantage of the summer weather on, a stone and pantilebarn used as a gym, a garage, wood store and a wash houseoutside.Sitting between the tennis court and a pond is a summerhouse and garden room with a kitchen, bar and shower room.Currently one end of the building is being used as a fun filledgames room, which faces out on to the tennis court, and theother end hosts a vaulted ceiling and bi fold-doors whichopen out on to a paved terrace, perfect for sitting and lookingover a pond and the far reaching landscaped gardens. Thisbuilding has the potential to be converted into a single storeyannex or perhaps a home office space if desired.The garden and the games building are also brilliant forhosting parties, Nick and Carrie had their wedding receptionand 50th birthday parties in the garden, setting up marquees12-17.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:31 Page 5LINCOLNSHIRETODAY17HOMESDo you have problems withlimescale build up?WE CAN:lAdvise on water softenerslGive a FREE quotationlSupply and install water softeners and filterslSupply and install cabinets for outside installationslService and repair all makes of water softenerslSupply and deliver salt for water softenerslProvide drinking filter cartridgesBESPOKE MADE TO MEASURE SERVICE AVAILABLEON WOODEN OUTDOOR INSTALLATIONSTel: 01205 367 355Mob: 07799 161 165Email: s.norrisplumbingandheating@gmail.comwww.snorrisplumbingandheating.co.ukPREMIUM MULTI-FUELSTOVES & FIRESELECTIC & GAS FIRES AND SURROUNDSWe have an extensive range of fireplaces, multi-fuel and wood burningstoves along with a magnificent collection of gas fires, electric fires andsurrounds on display at our showroom in Boston, Lincolnshire.Our stunning selections from leading British and Scandinavianmanufacturers such as Elgin & Hall, Jotul, Chesneys, Dimplex, ValorContura and Arada to name but a few, means we cater for all tastes.Our friendly and helpful staff are always on hand to give you someideas and help to guide you with your purchase. Visit our showroom orcall us today on 01205 310 327.Church Road, Boston PE21 0LG | Tel: 01205 310 327 E-mail: sales@bostonheating.co.uk | www.bostonheating.co.ukfor the events and even bringing in a mobile fish and chipshop van. When asked what else should be noted about theproperty, Carrie emphasised the importance of the localenvironment in making the home a great place to live.“There a real community aspect in the three villages,Heydour, Oasby and Aisby, and lots going on if you wantto get involved. There are two book clubs and a youthclub,” Carrie said, with Nick adding that “there’s a realgenerosity of spirit in the parish of Heydour, it’s charitableand has a real social conscience.”The couple note that the home offers the best of bothworlds with a modern party atmosphere outside from thegames room and space to host, and a classic feel from thehouse with its strong historical features.As Heydour Priory is such a beautiful property, why arethe couple moving? Well, Carrie has always wanted to liveby the sea and they already have a house on theNorthumberland Coast that they are going to refurbish, tocreate a permanent home from their holiday home. As wellas this, Nick and Carrie’s house was bought mainly for thechildren when they were still at home. Now, however, theyare off at university elsewhere in the north of the country.The five bed stone family home is on the market for offersin excess of £999,950 and is being sold by Savills.12-17.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:32 Page 618 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYIt takes more than a few furniture pieces to trulymake a house a home. The things we fill ourhouses with say a lot about the kind of people weare or want to be. It also offers a chance to getcreative and truly make the space your own. Howcan you expect to unwind and relax if you don’tfeel perfectly at ease in your own home?So the next time some piece of furniture orquirky ornament catches your eye, why not pick itup and find the perfect spot for it. Of course,we’re by no means suggesting our dear readersturn into a bunch of hoarders now, but somecarefully selected and beautifully displayed piecescan enrich a space and give it a sense of identity. © Shutterstock / ArtazumMakinga house a home This stunning rugfrom Rug’Societysports a modernistdesign making it astatement piece forany room it’splaced in. 18-19.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:33 Page 1HOME TRENDSOriental inspired, this emeraldcushion from BRIDGMANembraces watercolour and velvet.It would make a perfect addition toany bed, sofa or seat. This unique curiosity fromRume was created by CiaraO’Neill in her Londonstudio and is inspired bythe elegant ceilingsupports found in churcharchitecture.Delicately carved fern frondsuncoil across a raw mango woodshell offering an organic aestheticinterrupted by sleek metallictouches that add a uniquedimension to this Fern collectionfrom Atkin and Thyme. Part of the stunningOrganic lightingrange from 4Living,the leaf is mouldedin clay and cast inaluminium, handfinished and thenplated in nickel. Inspired both by nature and the Art Decomovement, the Alessia Stool fromSweetpea & Willow is a beautifully detailedpiece. The vintage brass frame resemblesbamboo shoots, whilst the padded linenseat provides much needed comfort. This candle holderfrom Melody Maisonis beautifully ornatewith fluted glass in afancy vintage base. Itcan also be used todisplay floralarrangements,making it ideal for abedroom or lounge. 18-19.qxp_Layout 1 19/06/2018 16:33 Page 2Next >