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Already, theunpredictable English weather has played havoc with ourplans, bringing scorching days and heavy rain showerswith an unpredictability that wouldn’t have been out ofplace in the election. Keep your sandals and sun cream tohand, but don’t forget the wellies and overcoats – younever know what you’re going to get. Personally, I welcome the weather lottery. The suddenness of it is arefreshing change, and lives up what might otherwise be dull days.Lincolnshire is beautiful come rain or shine, and there’s nothing quite likesitting under cover as raindrops play their music on the canopy outside. Whatever the weather, there’s plenty to look forward to in Lincolnshire, andit’s this that we’ve focused on in this month’s issue of Lincolnshire Today. Fromfabulous events, to county shows, more of those idyllic countryside walks,we’ve travelled across the county to bring you everything you need to know. Explore Louth with us as we delve into its history and past, but also whatmakes it such a special location today. View a reader’s home that shows justhow wonderful country living can be, and we visit a garden that has been alabour of love – emphasis on the labour. Alongside that, we have exciting summer fashion, delicious recipes, and awhole host of events and shows taking place across the county, all detailed inour What’s On pages. It’s not only our issue of the magazine that’s going tobe busy this month, and Lincolnshire is playing host to a wide range of visitorsfrom far afield. All that with news, life advice and more, within this, our latest issue.Good reading, as always.Michael FisherEditorand the Lincolnshire Today teamLincolnshireToday @lincstoday lincolnshiretoday.netGroup Editor:Steve FisherEditor:Michael Fisher, Journalists:Dominic Cuthbert, Stuart PearceySales Director: Angela CooperSales: Kerry Randerson, Samantha GlendinningAccounts & Circulations: Angela Sharman, John Downes (01472) 310301Design & Production: Gary Jorgensen, Mark CassonAdvertising: Tel: (01472) 310302, Editorial: Tel: (01472) 310305, Part Of The Business Link Magazine Group: Armstrong House, Armstrong Street, Grimsby, N ELincs DN31 2QEEmail: lincs-today@blmgroup.co.uk Website: www.lincolnshiretoday.net ISSN No: 1366-1299© All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,transmitted, photocopied, recorded or otherwise without expresspermission of the copyright holder, for which application should beaddressed first to the publisher. While every reasonable care is taken,neither the publisher nor its participating agents accept liability for loss ordamage to prints, colour transparencies, negatives or other material ofwhatever nature submitted to this publication. The views expressed in thispublication are not necessarily the views of those held by the publisher.This magazine is now fully recyclable. By recyclingmagazines, you can help reduce waste and add to the5.5 million tonnes of paper already recycled by the UKpaper industry each year. Before you recycle yourmagazine, please ensure you remove all plastic wrapping,free gifts and samples. If you are unable to participate in arecycling scheme, then why not pass your magazine ontoa local hospital or charity?FRONT COVER: SHUTTERSTOCK/SHAIITH03_Layout 1 17/07/2017 11:14 Page 1Features6 THIS MONTH IN LINCOLNSHIREWhat’s been going on in the county this month?9CARER’S BALLThe Carers Support Centre first ever Summer Ball took placerecently at Forest Pines in Brigg, raising money to help themcontinue their work. On a night which saw fine food, musicand celebration - £3,151 was raised in support of what is afantastic cause28A LOT TO OFFER IN LOUTHQuiet and rural, yet with a wealth of history that would leaveeven Lincoln feeling threatened. Louth is an experiencewaiting to be sampled32OFF THE BEATEN TRACKWe’ve some great areas to explore in our wonderful countyand this month we’ve chosen a walk from Louth34SUMMER SHADOWSThough skies of clear blue and a radiant sun might greet you,that doesn’t mean you have to adhere to the brighter end ofthe colour palette. Blacks, greys and moody blues are just assuited for summer and add sophistication to your seasonalwardrobe44AUGUST SPECIALSAugust might suggest the end of summer, but there areplenty of warm days left ahead of us, and yet more chancesto bring out the barbecue if the weather permits. Here are afew special recipes that will be possible rain or shine53CHESTNUT HOMES SUMMER BALLChestnut Homes hosted a Charity Summer Ball recently,drawing some 200 guests from across the county toJocastas in Lincoln. The event proved a huge success raisingover £3,000 for the Boultham Park Restoration Project54LINCOLNSHIRE WILDLIFEFrom the pastel pink of its petal to the charming image of itsnamesake, foxgloves are an eternal reminder of Britain’s ruralbeauty56THE OLDEST OF CEREMONIESWedding bells are in the air, although, in some instancesthere might not even be bells – or a formal ceremony. In fact,the wedding has changed so much in recent years that it canbe hard to keep up62RIDE AWAYCycling is for everyone, but for enthusiasts it’s not enough tojust get on your bike and ride. Specialised gear andequipment provide added security and an extra dimension toone of the county’s favourite sporting activities64LINCOLNSHIRE HERITAGE EXPLOREDThis month we look at the life and legacy of one ofLincolnshire’s greatest medieval ecclesiastical figures66HOME OR CARE?Many feel that old age begets a lack of independence, butthat’s not always the case – if you keep certain things in mindAUGUST3434BLACKS, GREYS AND MOODY BLUES AREJUST AS SUITED FOR SUMMER AND ADDSOPHISTICATION TO YOUR SEASONALWARDROBE. contents04-05_Layout 1 17/07/2017 11:15 Page 14444AUGUST MIGHT SUGGEST THE END OFSUMMER, BUT THERE ARE PLENTY OF WARMDAYS LEFT AHEAD OF US, AND YET MORECHANCES TO BRING OUT THE BARBECUE.HERE ARE A FEW SPECIAL RECIPES THATWILL BE POSSIBLE RAIN OR SHINE69SUPERSIZED PETSIncreased convenience has led to larger waistlines and nowour pets are catching up. Weight loss classes for animals arenow prevalent in vets across the country, but a decent dietand plenty of exercise is all it takes72COUNTY MOTORINGThe car industry is constantly innovating –probably just aswell given that one minute we’re all told to buy dieselsbecause they’re better for the environment, only to be told afew years down the line that we shouldn’t• Tesla Model X road test78WHAT’S ONThere’s always something going on in Lincolnshire83STREETS GOLF DAYStreets Chartered Accountants hosted their sixth annualCharity Golf Day in July raising a grand total £6,039 for theAir Ambulance 83TAKE A FLIGHT OF FANCY AT THENATIONAL CIVIL WAR CENTREFrom a feisty lady known as ‘Mad Madge’ who dreamedabout visiting strange new worlds, to experiments withexplosive teardrops, the National Civil War Centre is offeringa weird and wonderful summer of family events87LINCOLNSHIRE SHOW IN REVIEWAs the county’s biggest and best attended event, theLincolnshire Show is the litmus test of our region. This year’sedition continued the tradition, but with uncertain timesahead, the emphasis was on the county’s strengthsDesirable homes14COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS BEST…Reader’s homes are always enlightening and this gem of ahome in Moulton, Spalding is no exception. We catch upwith the homeowners to get the lowdown18THE MOST IMPORTANT SPACETo a child, their bedroom is the most important place in theworld. It’s a place where their imagination can run amok,where they can express themselves and shut out the worldafter school and at the weekends20SURREAL VISIONSSurrealism comes in many shades as artist Gary Waltonproves with his portfolio of colourful, charming and dreamlikevisions of buildings, landscapes and the endless ocean22A FAMILY GARDEN WITH PANACHEThis month, Lincolnshire Today visits a reader’s in the wolds.Rob and Sandra Robinson’s blossoming garden is atestimony to their tenaciousness, as they ‘learned the hardway’ taking over ten years to create what they have today26THIRSTY WORKIn amongst the infamous British summer washout are boutsof genuine sunshine during which time your garden will needplenty of water, as Ed Fuller from Fullers Forestry andLandscaping explains04-05_Layout 1 17/07/2017 11:15 Page 2The truth is out thereUFOs over the WashBritain’s X-Files have revealed that UFOs were visible over the LincolnshireWash in 1996, although officials were ordered to do nothing about it.The UFO files reveal that on the morning of 5th October 1996 a sighting ofa UFO with bright multi-coloured lights was reported by several witnesses inthe area, but it is alleged that Michael Portillo, the Defence Secretary at thetime, did nothing.The apparent confirmation of the visual sightings with an unidentified radartarget was sufficient to spark off another UFO flap. Soon afterwards the airfield radar at RAF Waddington detected anotherunidentified blip in a different position. Controllers asked the crews of three civil airliners that passed through the area to keep alookout. None reported seeing any other airborne object.The RAF was instructed to ignore the strange bright lights – despite the fact several witnesses also spotted it. Augmentedreality breathes newlife into Lincoln CathedralLincoln is joining twelve other historic English cities in acollaboration that will see heritage brought to life through anaugmented reality app.The ground-breaking AR experience consists of an app and videosthat transports the user back in time to unveil the hidden lives of someof history’s most fascinating characters at Lincoln Cathedral.Guided by Lincolnshire hero Joseph Banks, users will learn aboutBanks’ favourite view in the Cathedral, hear the legend of the famousLincoln Imp, explore England’s most beautiful room, and be transportedup into the high rafters of the Cathedral usually only accessible on RoofTours.Not only does the app bring the Cathedral’s history to life in a new andinnovative way, but it gives access to areas often off limits or inaccessiblefor some visitors.The app ‘England’s Historic Cities’ is available to download for free inGoogle play and on the app store or at via the website.© shutterstock/Fer GregorylatestnewsLincoln Castlecrowned nation’sfavouriteIt’ll come as no surprise that Lincoln Castle has beencrowned as the UK’s Most Popular Castle in an onlinecompetition.The competition – undertaken by rentals siteHolidayLettings – saw the castle go up against elevenother historic locations and steal the top spot after thefinals were put to a public vote.After gaining 43% of the 12,063 votes, it was clearthat Lincoln Castle had clinched the top spot. In second place, with only 17% of the votes, wasBamburgh castle, followed in third place by DurhamCastle with 11%.Kimberley Vickers, site manager at Lincoln Castle,said: “Our top priority is making sure our visitors havethe best day out possible and experience all the beauty,stories and history that the castle has to offer.“This award means a lot because it’s voted for by thepublic and we’re really happy to have support from ourlocal, national and international visitors.”06-08_Layout 1 17/07/2017 11:16 Page 1The inaugural Scampton Airshow will present a thrilling mix of oldand new, with modern military jets, historic warbirds, civilian displayacts and the RAF Falcons – the UK’s premier military parachute team.They’ll all be joining the world renowned Red Arrows who’ll beperforming at their home base. RAF Scampton will play host to up to 100 aircraft over the airshow weekend, both in the air and on the ground. Visitors will beimmersed in a feast of aviation, meeting crews from around the world, getting up close to aircraft in the static park, as well asexperiencing the amazing 5 hour flying display including the exhilarating take-off and landing.From aviation enthusiasts to families, there is something for everyone at the inaugural Scampton Airshow. This event will be raisingfunds to support the RAF Charitable Trust.The inaugural show takes place on the weekend of 9-10 September 2017. Concept revealed forrevamped LincolnHigh StreetAn artist’s rendering of the Lincoln High Street rejuvenation projecthas been released ahead of work kicking off this August.The project will see the recently-pedestrianised area between TentercroftStreet and St Mary’s Street paved in natural stone with new seating and signageinstalled, making the area more attractive to shoppers and giving local businesses aboost.Councillor Richard Davies, Executive Member for Highways, said: “This is fantastic news for the people of Lincoln.When complete, not only will these improvement works link this part of the city with the uphill area around thecathedral and castle, but they will also create a more open and pleasant space.”The proposed programme of works will be sequenced to minimise disruption to businesses, residents andpedestrians.The £800,000 scheme is being delivered by Lincolnshire County Council, using part of the £2.7 million granted byCentral Government as Growth Point Pump Priming funds to “help unlock growth in Lincoln”.Brayford’s hottest new eateryis ice cool – Gelato.Cool.Visitors to Lincoln’s waterside area can now enjoy delicious and authentic gelato freshlymade in the city at a new parlour in the foyer of the Doubletree Hilton Hotel.With seating inside and outside the hotel, the new venue will also be serving coffee andother liquid refreshments, along with snacks. However, with more than 90 tempting flavoursit is the gelato that will be the main attraction with owner Mark Weston ensuring the range isgenuinely mouth-watering.Gelato is Italian for ice cream and it was a trip to Florence that inspired Mark to leave theconstruction industry and set-up Gelato.Cool last year.“It is lower in fat at six per cent compared to other ice creams, which are typicallybetween 12 and 20%. It is also churned for longer making it smoother,” said Mark.It is his attention to detail and the use of authentic ingredients that has also seenGelato.Cool range become established. is UK’s newinternational aviation spectacularScampton Airshow© Rich Cooper06-08_Layout 1 17/07/2017 11:17 Page 2Lincs & Notts AirAmbulance calls forunwanted gifts Do you have unwanted gifts gathering dust or forgottenpresents taking up space in a cupboard? Why not donate themto the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance and help to save lives?This year our Charity needs to raise £2.5 million to keep itsbrand new AW169 helicopter in the skies and saving lives 365days of the year. With no direct Government funding, it canonly do this with your help.So, now is the time to have a clear-out of those unwantedtoiletry sets, gift packs and noveltygames as they will all help to raisethe much needed funds for theAmbucopter this summer. Youcan take the items to any ofour Charity shops in Lincs &Notts clearly labelled with‘Tombola prizes’.Donations of goodquality second handclothing, bric-a-brac,furniture and electricalitems (excluding TVs) canalso be made to any of ourCharity Shops to help raisemoney to continue our life-saving service in Lincs &Notts.Half-sized knightstake up arms onthe Lincoln trail More than 40 extra Knights have made a march on the city – boostingone of the Lincoln’s top summertime attractions.45 mini Knights have taken up their positions at a variety of indoorvenues adding to the full-sized sculptures who are the “stars” of theLincoln Knights’ Trail, organised by Lincoln BIG, Visit Lincoln and partners.The new arrivals have been designed and decorated by enthusiastic students from Lincolnshire schools.The “half-sized” Knights are being hosted by eight venues across the city and will stay in place until September 3. Then, from September 5 to 27 all of the education knights will be brought together for a special reunion event in the WatersideShopping Centre, before they are returned to schools.After both trails finish, the larger sculptures which form the Lincoln Knights’ Trail will go on to the auctioned in Lincoln Cathedral,raising much-needed funds for a Nomad Trust project and to kickstart a new Lincoln Arts Fund.latestnewsHomesselling fast atHumberstonMeadowsAround 50% ofthe homesreleased for sale atWestleigh Homes’HumberstonMeadowsdevelopment inNorth Lincolnshirehave now beenpurchased – but animpressive range ofthree and fourbedroom homesremains available tobuy.The stylish Jefferson show home is open to view seven days perweek from 10am – 5pm, with a friendly team of advisers on handto talk through potential buyers’ home searches with them. The Help to Buy Scheme is available at HumberstonMeadows, not just for first time buyers, helping purchaserswith a 5% deposit to secure a new home with just a 75%mortgage.06-08_Layout 1 17/07/2017 11:17 Page 3The Carers Support Centre first ever Summer Ball took place on the 16th Juneat Forest Pines in Brigg, raising money to help them continue their work. On anight which saw fine food, music and celebration - £3,151.09 was raised insupport of what is a fantastic cause. For 28 years, the Carers’ Support Centre has been dedicated to supportinglocal Carers, the unsung heroes of any community, giving their time in order toprovide much-needed support to those in need. Carer’s BallPHOTOS: RICHARD PICKSLEYSOCIAL SCENESUSAN & VICTORIARUMARYROBERT & ANNMORGANTHE ROACH FAMILYPAULA, KERRIE & BARRIE NEWTON, JULIE PHILLIPSHOWARD WESTOBY & GEMMA BRYAN (ORGANISERS)WITH BEV HERRON & DAVID WILSONADAM & RACHELCHAMBERSLINCOLNSHIRETODAY9TRACY BROWNING& LUKE DANKSMARK BROADLEY,NICHOLA LEETHE SHARP PARTY09_Layout 1 17/07/2017 11:18 Page 1Next >