Summer 2014 Whats on Guide

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The 2014 Summer

What s On Guide

Looking for activities, clubs and events for yourchildren to enjoy through the summer?


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For more information about activities in your area, contact the Family

Information Service on 0800 195 1635Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm or email

[email protected].

Other events and activities can be found on the Family Services Directory at

www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/fsdor go towww.lincolnshire.gov.uk/fisfor otherdistrict Whats On Guides and for more information about a range of family

services, including choosing childcare and help with childcare costs.

Short Breaks activities for children with disabilities

Check out www.cwdsi.co.ukfor regular updates on short breaks and activities for

children with disabilities, additional needs and sensory impairment.

For more information call the Short Breaks team on 01522 553536 or email

[email protected]
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Lincolnshire Children's Centreswww.lincolnshire.gov.uk/childrenscentres

There are a wide range of half term activities going on at Lincolnshire's Children's Centres.

Go on-line to find your nearest Centre and look on their PDF calendar to see what they have

to offer.

General information

1 Travel for Under 18's www.lincsinterconnect.comCall 0845 234 3344 for details Twitter@callconnectbus

All Day During School Holidays: Off Peak Monday - Friday 5pm-7pm; All day Saturdays

Travel for Less - One Journey 1 on CallConnect

Are you under 18? Travel on CallConnect for just 1 one way?

Meet friends, go shopping or travel to work.

Available when you pre-book.

Call 0845 234 3344 for details.Offer ends Saturday 6

thSeptember 2014. Bookings are subject to availability.

Other Useful Websites

www.50things.org.uk

National Trust website with the aim of getting children to achieve typical childhood things

by the time they are 11 .

From wild camping and making mud pies, to bug hunting and den making, it is both

challenging and fun. How many can you complete this summer?

www.whatson4littleones.co.ukFree search to find hundreds of fun things to do with your children.

www.visitbritain.com

Inspiration and information for planning UK vacations. Places to visit, things to do, travel

advice and accommodation throughout Britain.

www.visitlincolnshire.com

Official tourism guide to Lincolnshire. Find things to do in Lincolnshire, holidays in

Lincolnshire and events in Lincolnshire.

www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk

Family days out ideas and things to do for children - best cheap UK places to go and indoorplay in Great Britain.

www.lincsbus.info

Public transport information for Lincolnshire to help you get around.

Disclaimer

The information in this guide is provided for your convenience, and inclusion of any event does not

imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by Lincolnshire County Council.

Lincolnshire County Council does not make any representation as to the accuracy or suitability of any

information contained in this guide and does not accept responsibility for the quality, reliability or

accessibility of the events listed in this guide.


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Boston BoroughBoston Borough Council - www.boston.gov.ukCheck on-line for events and activities through the summer break plus available leisure

facilities.

Black Sluice Lock Cottages CafeSouth Forty Foot Bank

Boston

PE21 7RA

t. 01205 310006

A Brief History of Boston's Rivers and Waterways: 24th

, 25th

, 28th

& 29th

July

9am to 4.30pm

Coastal Boston Pilot Exhibition. It has been created to engage local people and visitors to

the town with Boston's wealth of maritime heritage.

Call in to the Black Sluice Lock Cottages Caf to view the exhibition over a cup of coffee and

something delicious from the menu.

Boston BowlRochford Tower Lane

Boston

PE21 9RH

t. 01205 359525

e. [email protected]

Boston Bowl Family Charity Day in aid of Pilgrim Hospital Childrens Ward: Sunday 24th

August 10am to 11pm

A fun filled day of talent displays, fun and games and more!

With every penny earned from the day going towards raising money for a new

blood and oxygen saturation monitor for Pilgrim Hospital Children's ward.With Cheap Bowling, cheap admission into Playtowers, one of Europe's biggest

indoor play areas, talent displays, craft stalls and much more besides!

Already booked in for the event are The Biz Theatre School, AJ's Dance School,

Lone Wolf Taekwando, Allen School of Dance!

Price: Free Admission

Boston GuildhallSouth Street

Boston

PE21 6HTt. 01205 365954

..Did You Know?

Summer breaksvary around the globe. Children in industrialisedcountries go to school for more hours in a day and more days per year.

Summer Breaks are shorter as well.


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e. [email protected] www.bostonguildhall.co.uk

Knights of Skirbeck: Friday 8th

and Saturday 9th

August 10.30am3.30pm

Always a popular event here at the Guildhall, the Knights share how life was during the era

that the Guildhall was built in 1390's. With demonstrations including fighting, food,

armoury, dentistry and medicine to name a few, the Knights entertain and share their

stories.

Last admission 3pm. Free Admission.

Boston Rowing ClubThe Boathouse

Carlton Road

Boston

PE21 8LL

e. [email protected] www.bostonrowingclub.co.uk

Taster Session: Saturday 30th

August 12pm2pm

If you would like to have a go at rowing then a taster session is the ideal opportunity to

come along and try it out. If you enjoy the taster session and decide you would like to learn

to row then we run six week learn to row courses following on from each taster session.

Juniors (School Years 7 to 13)

Costs 5

Learn to Row: Starts Sunday 7th

September for 6 Weeks 10am12pm

Juniors (School Years 7 to 13)

Costs 80 for the six weeks.

Boston Stump1 Wormgate

Boston

PE21 6NP

t. 01205 354670

e. [email protected] www.parish-of-boston.org.uk

Known (and visible) far and wide as 'The Stump' a title which strictly belongs to its

prodigious 272' tower, the tallest on any English Parish church. Great place to visit for

amateur historians!

Open daily 8.30am - 4pm

Boston's Blackfriars CentreSpain Lane

Boston

PE21 6HP

t. 01205 363108

e. [email protected] www.blackfriarsartscentre.co.uk

Marty MacDonald's Farm: Friday 8th

August at 2pm

Marty MacDonald's Farm is full of songs, fun & laughter, and is set in a vibrant, colourful &

imaginative farmyard with loveable puppet characters.

It is particularly suitable for ages 3-7 and combines some of the country's best talent in

children's entertainment.


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Presented by Martin Parsons (Playdays Live, Sooty's Magic Castle) and Kate Ashmead

(Tweenies, Thomas & Friends Live!), Marty MacDonald's Farm is directed by one of the top

names in the field, Playschool Presenter and BBC Tweenies' creator, lain Lauchlan.

It also features CBeebies' Justin Fletcher, AKA Mr Tumble (Justin 's House, Something Special

and Gigglebiz) as the Voice of Pongo the Pig, and Nicole Davis, another popular Children's

BBC star (Topsy & Tim and School of Silence) who voices Molly-Moo the Cow (Please note

that these are recorded voices and so Justin & Nicole do not appear in person). Tickets 8.50

Building The Beonna: Summer School In Traditional Heritage SkillsBenington All Saints Church

A52, Benington

Nr Boston

PE22 0BZ

t. 01529 461499


Building the Beonna - Summer School In Traditional Heritage Skills

Monday 18th

to Wednesday 20th

August 9am to 3pm

Are you aged 14- 19? Want to learn more about how your local parish church was built and

try your hand at the traditional techniques used? Join us for this FREE 3 day event where

you will learn traditional stone carving techniques, visit the Lincoln Castle Heritage Skills

Centre and have a go at making your own stained glass panel.

Develop new skills, gain some valuable work experience, meet new people and have fun

during the summer holidays!

No previous experience is necessary.

For an information pack contact Benington Community Heritage Trust on 01529 461499 or

email [email protected]

Frampton Marsh Nature ReserveBoston

PE20 1AY

Grid reference: TF356392

t. 01205 724678 www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/f/framptonmarsh


Pond Dipping: Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.30am, 11.30am, 1 pm, 2pm & 3 pm

What mini monsters lurk in the weedy depths? You can find out when you join our fearless

leader to search for watery wildlife from the pond dipping platform. Booking essential.Suitable for ages 5+

Price: 3 per child, RSPB members 25% off

Summer Treasure Trail: Daily Thursday 24th

July to Wednesday 3rd

September 10am - 4pm

Follow the puzzle trail around the reserve (allow an hour). Solve the cryptic clues about how

to give animals a home and win a prize!

Price: Suggested donation 1 per child

Mini Monsters Bug Hunt: Every Friday 11am to 12pm & 2pm to 3pm

Dare you brave the world of tiny terrors? You can join our fearless leader on an expedition

to find bugs, beetles and other creepy-crawlies. Booking essential.

Suitable for ages 512. This event is very weather dependant.Price: 3 per child, RSPB members 25% off


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Booking essential

Summer Stroll: Sunday 27th

July & Sunday 24th

August at 2pm

Join us for a gentle stroll around the reserve to see the best of the seasons wildlife. What

will you see? We have no idea! Join us to find out...

Price: 4 adults, 2 children. RSPB members 25% off

Booking essential

Big Birthday Bash: Sunday 3rd

August 11am to 3pm

Were having a birthday party! To celebrate 30 years of the reserve and five years of the

visitor centre, we are holding a big party. Lots to see and do. Get face to feeler with crabs

and lobsters, go on a saltmarsh safari, enjoy the barbeque and much more. Free entry

Fydell HouseSouth Street

Boston

PE21 6HU

t. 01205 351520

e. [email protected] www.fydellhouse.org

Childrens Theatre: Monday 11th

August to Friday 15th

August 10am - 4pm

Week long childrens theatre workshop.

Organised by Boston Childrens Theatre

Childrens Theatre performance: Saturday 16th

August 7pm - 10pm

Boston Childrens theatre will be putting on an outdoor performance

Organised by Boston Childrens Theatre

Geoff Moulder Leisure ComplexRowley Road

Boston

PE21 6JE

t. 01205 363483

e. [email protected] www.bostonleisurecentre.co.uk

The complex offers 2 main areas, a large leisure pool and Creations Health Club. These areas

offer a huge range of activities for all ages.

Kick ItBridge House

Grantham Road

Boston

PE21 7NL

t. 01205 369111 or 07733 394299

e. [email protected] www.kick-it-online.co.uk

Summer Holiday Club: Thursday 24th

July to Wednesday 3rd

September 8am to 6pm

Weekly Themes, Arts and Crafts, Imaginative Role play, Outside play, Playroom, Computers,

Board games, Dance and drama workshops, 11+ and Homework support and much more.

Fees: Half day - any 5hrs/Full day - over 5hrs

3-8yrs Half day 10/Full day 17.50

9+yrs Half day 9/Full day 15


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Maud Foster WindmillWilloughby Road

Boston

PE21 9EG

t. 01205 352188

e. [email protected] www.maudfoster.co.uk

The Maud Foster was built in 1819 and is still working daily. At certain times the public may

visit and climb all 7 floors to watch the tallest working windmill in Britain through its

process.

Open Wednesdays and Saturdays 10am - 5pm

There is an admission fee to climb the millentry to the shop is free.

Peter Paine Performance CentreBoston College

Rosebery Avenue

Boston

PE21 7QR

t. 01205 350 222

e. [email protected] www.boston.ac.uk/campuses-and-facilities/peter-paine-campus

Peter Paine Sports Centre offers sports facilities for the general public, local sports clubs and

Boston College Sport and Performing Arts students.

PlaytowersRochford Tower Lane

BostonPE21 9RH

t. 01205 311116

e. [email protected] www.playtowers.co.uk/boston

Open Thursday to Sunday 10am - 6pm and every day during school holidays

Playtowers is for children along with parents with ball pools, tubes, slides and cargo nets.

Snack bar on site. Venue is part of Boston Bowl.

Pots of FunAvocet House

Bittern WayMarsh lane

Boston

PE21 7NX

t. 01205 356279

e. [email protected] www.potsoffunboston.co.uk

Choose a piece from a range of unpainted potteryeverything from a fridge magnet to a

complete dinner service. You dont have to be artistic; there is someone on hand to give

advice also other pieces, books and patterns for reference.

Princess Royal Sports ArenaGreat Fen Road


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Boston

PE21 7PB

t. 01205 358666

e. [email protected] www.prsa.org.uk

Swimming pool, gym and athletics facilities. See website for details of swim times as some

periods are adult only.

Sibsey Trader WindmillFrithville Road

Sibsey

Boston

PE22 0SY

t. 01205 750036 www.sibseytraderwindmill.co.uk

Built in 1877, this restored six storey mill with complete gear,

sails and fantail still works today. The award-winning tearoom sells produce made from the

mill's organic, stone-ground flour.

Free entry to the ground floor of the mill for mill produce, souvenirs, bygones and artwork.

TransportedOffice Address:

Holbeach St. Marks Community Association Building

Sluice Road

Holbeach St. Marks

PE12 8HF

t.01406 701006 / 01406 701013 www.transportedart.com

Open Book Workshop: StoryvilleKirton: Thursday 24thJuly 2.30pm5.30pm

Free Workshop.

Cabinet of Curiosity will be showing participants how to use origami and paper craft

techniques to express their cultural heritage, made using items that are personal to them.

These pieces will contribute to an overall architectural installation that Cabinet of Curiosity

are working on within Boston, Donington and Kirton Libraries.

Venue: Kirton Library, Station Road, Kirton, PE20 1EF

tel. 01522 782010

To book a place on this workshop, please contact Rosie on 07747 271820 or email:

[email protected]

Open Book Workshop: StoryvilleBoston: Friday 25thJuly & Friday 1stAugust 10am1pmFree Workshop. Cabinet of Curiosity will be showing participants how to use origami and

paper craft techniques to express their cultural heritage, made using items that are personal

to them. These pieces will contribute to an overall architectural installation that Cabinet of

Curiosity are working on within Boston, Donington and Kirton Libraries.

Venue: Boston Library, Market Place, Boston PE21 6DY


[email protected]

Transported Live - The Case of the Curious Suitcase: Sunday 27th

July 10am - 4pm

Transported will be bringing The Case of the Curious Suitcases, by Rhubarb Theatre, to this

event: a performance with three travellers that meet at one place and tell their storythrough mine, street theatre and puppetry.


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Venue: Central Park, Boston PE21 6RL

Contact: 07747 271823 or email: [email protected]

Open Book Workshop: StoryvilleKirton: Thursday 31st

July 2.30pm5.30pm

Free Workshop. Cabinet of Curiosity will be showing participants how to use origami and

paper craft techniques to express their cultural heritage, made using items that are personal

to them. These pieces will contribute to an overall architectural installation that Cabinet of

Curiosity are working on within Boston, Donington and Kirton Libraries.

Venue: Kirton Library, Station Road, Kirton PE20 1EF


[email protected]

Transported Live - Boy Meets Girl: Wednesday 13th

Saturday 16th

August

13th

August: 9.30am - 11am; 11.30am1pm; & 2pm3.30pm

14th

August:9am10.30pm; & 11am12.30pm

15th

August:9am10.30am; & 1pm2.30pm

16th

August:9am10.30am; 11:30am - 1pm; & 1.30pm - 3pm

Join Boy and Girl as they journey through the yearning and searching, the romance and fun,

the joy and hope and heartbreak of looking for love.

Colourfully created for town centres and market places, this promenade performance lets

you follow either Boy or Girl and then listen into their innermost thoughts through your own

pair of wireless headphones.

Boy Meets Girl explores the highs and lows of falling in love through an exciting mix of silent

disco technology, visual theatre and a sampled soundtrack of love songs.

This 30 minute performance loops with audiences joining the action every 15 minutes! So

come and find our Boy Meets Girl gazebo in each location along at anytime and stay for as

long as you like!

For more information, visit www.meetboy.co.ukand www.meetgirl.co.ukVenue: Pescod Square, Boston PE21 6QU


Transported Live - Fen Boy: Daily Wednesday 27th

to Sunday 31st

August

Strangeface are a prestigious mask and puppet theatre company who Transported have

commissioned to create Fen Boy, a story based on Lincolnshires principle themes of

agriculture, horticulture and food processing. Using specially commissioned music, the piece

will be suitable for all the family, will be performed using a haulage trailer as a stage and will

travel from community to community in South Holland and Boston Borough over a period of

five days.


West End CinemaWest Street

Boston

PE21 8QH

t. 01205 363 634 www.westendcinema.co.uk

Multiscreen cinema in Boston.

Witham Sailing Club

Clubhouse13 Witham Bank West


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Boston

PE21 8PU

t. Dave Sauntson 07771 762154 or Craig Manning 07811 945249

e. [email protected] or [email protected]

www.withamsailingclub.co.uk

Saturday Afternoon Junior Sailing Club: Saturdays 1pm - 4pm (May to September)

Come along and experience dinghy sailing on the river Witham in Boston. No previous

experience required. Training will be provided by RYA instructors. Buoyancy aids and boats

provided. Please dress appropriate to the weather conditions - wetsuits are advisable as you

may get wet, or bring a change of clothes.

Parents can also join and learn to sail together.

3 per session per person. Booking required as spaces are limited.

Minimum 8 year olds (up to 16 years aprox.)

Check our Facebook page for updates and to confirm sailing is taking place:

www.facebook.com/withamsailingclub

East Lindsey

East Lindsey District Council - www.e-lindsey.gov.ukCheck on-line for events and activities through the summer break plus available leisure

facilities.

..Did You Know?When it is Summerin the Southern Hemisphere, it is Winterin the NorthernHemisphere, and vice versa.

2014 Carnival - Theme: 'Fun at the Seaside'Sutton-on-Sea and Trusthorpe

t. 01507 441640

e. [email protected] www.suttononsea.info/carnival

Sutton-on-Sea and Trusthorpe Carnival: Sunday 27thJuly 11.30am - 5pmAfternoon of entertainment featuring bands, vintage cars, static motorbike display and

walking groups, culminating in a great parade.

Free.

Access 2 Watersports LtdCovenham Reservoir

Firebeacon Lane

Covenham St Bartholomew

Louth

LN11 0PAt. 01507 363709


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Access 2 Watersports Ltd, a not-for profit company, is the watersports training organisation

at Covenham. We deliver windsurfing, dinghy sailing and kayak/canoe training to all who

want it, including those with special needs,

(including but not restricted to physical disability, learning difficulties, social exclusion,

poverty, behavioural problems).

Call for details of courses and special events.

Alford Manor HouseWest Street

Alford

LN13 9HT

t: 01507 463073

e. [email protected] www.alfordmanorhouse.co.uk

Summer Events:

Friday 8thAugustOpen Air TheatreThe Pantaloons presentThe Tempest

Saturday 23rd

to Mon 26th

AugustAlford Craft Market

Sunday 31st

AugustOpen Air TheatreThe Pantaloons presentThe History of

Britain

Monday 1st

SeptemberHonour CeremonySt Wilfrid's

Black Cat Equestrian CentreHuttoft Road

Sutton on Sea

LN12 2RU

t. 01507 442631

e. [email protected] www.blackcatequestriancentre.co.uk

BHS approved Riding school set in 22 acres of landscaped grounds offering lessons to all

from 4 years upwards.

Summer Activities

Friday 25th

July:Childrens Show Preparation Day

Saturday 26th

July:Saturday Club 9am12pm

Sunday 27th

July:Annual Show All Welcome

Wednesday 30th

July:Own A Pony Day

Monday 4th

, Tuesday 5th

& Wednesday 6th

August:Pony Club Camp

Saturday 9th

August:Saturday Club

Tuesday 12th

August: Own A Pony Day

Wednesday 20th

August:Own A Pony Day

Saturday 23rd

August:Saturday Club

Tuesday 26th

, Wednesday 27th

& Thursday 28th

August:Pony Camp

Sunday 31st

August:Competition And Games Day

Battle of Britain Memorial FlightDogdyke Road

ConingsbyLN4 4SY


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t. 01522 782040 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/bbmf

Battle of Britain Memorial Flight: Saturday 2nd

, Sunday 3rd

and Monday 25th

August

10am - 5pm

Visitor Centrenormally open only on weekdayswelcomes weekend and bank holiday

visitors to its memorabilia, exhibitions and shop. Hangar tours to see historic aircraft,

including a Lancaster, Spitfires and Hurricanes, 10.30am to 3pm. Admission to centre free

but charges for tours.

Bullies in Need Annual Fun Day & Dog ShowThe Field Close To Conoco Entrance

Mablethorpe Road

Theddlethorpe

LN12 1NQ

t. 07780 541143 www.bulliesinneed.info

Bullies in Need Annual Fun Day & Dog Show: Sunday 3rd

August 12pm to 5pm

Close to National Grid with postcode LN12 1NQ (Mablethorpe Road, Theddlethorpe)

Our main fundraiser of the year and well worth travelling to, come and spend a few days at

the Lincolnshire coast and take in the best bull breed fun day of the year!

20 class fun dog show. 1.50 per class. Fun agility course. Have a go sports, lure race, weight

pull. Bouncy castle, face painting, giant tombola and booze raffle. Merchandise stall, stock

up on t-shirts and hoodies and get gifts for your dog loving friends!

Live auction - grab a bargain. Refreshments - burgers, chips, sandwiches etc, vegetarians

catered for.

Beer tent, ice cream, Mobile Dog Wash, Other charity stalls

Entrance 2 per car which goes towards the hire of the toilets

ButlinsFuncoast World

Roman Bank

Skegness

PE25 1NJ

t. 0845 070 4772

e. [email protected] www.butlins.com/skegness

In the school holidays, please arrive as early as you can to avoid disappointment. Day visit

tickets are sold on the day of your visit, on a first come, first served basis. During these busy

times we are limiting day visitor guest numbers so we can ensure that everyone at Butlinscan enjoy a really great experience. This is due to the ever increasing popularity of our

Butlins Skegness Resort.

So come for the day and experience the best of Butlins with hours of fun and enjoy lots of

free activities and the great entertainment Butlins is famous for.

Splash sub-tropical waterworld with flumes and waves

Sports Courts - football to outdoor bowls

Traditional Funfair

Restaurants, bars, caf and shops

Fantastic live entertainment in our weather-proof Skyline Pavilion and lots, lots more!

Our Resort is open for day visitors from 10am to 6pm, last admission is at 4pm.


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Childrens Links Boredom BustersELDC Childrens Centres

t. 0845 3730645

e. [email protected] or [email protected]

Family Fun Sessions

Dont be bored this summer. Join our team at your local Childrens Centre for a variety of

fun activities including arts and crafts, sports, challenges, messy play, water fun etc etc

There will be something for all ages 0-18 years!

No need to book, just turn up on the day.

All children must be accompanied by an adult and are expected to join in the fun!

LOUTH Childrens Centre

Thursday 24th

July: 1pm-4pm

Monday 11th

August: 1pm-4pm

SKEGNESS Childrens Centre

Friday 25th

July: 1pm-4pmThursday 7

thAugust: 1pm-4pm

Thursday 21st

August: 1pm-4pm

TATTERSHALL Childrens Centre

Monday 28th

July: 1pm-4pm

Tuesday 2nd

September: 1pm-4pm

SPILSBY Childrens Centre

Tuesday 29th

July :1pm-4pm

Tuesday 19th

August: 1pm-4pm

WAINFLEET Childrens Centre

Wednesday 30th

July: 1pm-4pm

Wednesday 13th

August: 1pm-4pm

SUTTON ON SEA ChildrensCentre

Friday 1st

August: 1pm-4pm

Wednesday 27th

August: 1pm-4pm

MABLETHORPE Childrens Centre

Monday 4th

August: 1pm-4pm

Tuesday 26th

August: 1pm-4pm

HOLTON-LE-CLAY Childrens Centre

Tuesday 5th

August: 1pm-4pm

Monday 18th

August: 1pm-4pm

HORNCASTLE Childrens Centre

Thursday 14th

August: 1pm-4pm

Thursday 28th

August: 1pm-4pm

ALFORD Childrens Centre

Friday 8th

August: 1pm-3pm

Friday 29th

August: 1pm-3pm


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Dolls House ExhibitionOld Lifeboat Shed

Victoria Road

Mablethorpe

t. 01507 479101

Dolls House Exhibition: Sunday 27thJuly, 10.30am - 4pm

Lock, Stock & Barrel exhibition of canal scene along a towpath to high street shops. Free.

Childrens workshops, competition, sales stand and refreshments.

Embassy Swimming PoolGrand Parade

Skegness

PE25 2UG

t. 01754 610675


www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/article/1939/Embassy-Pool-and-Fitness-Suite-Skegness

Indoor swimming pool open all year round features flume slide!

Fantasy IslandIngoldmells

Skegness

PE25 1RH

t. 01754 615858

e. [email protected] www.fantasyisland.co.uk

The multi award winning family visitor attraction. An amazing array of theme park thrills and

experiences in a setting the weather cannot spoil. Adjoining Fantasy Island are hundreds of

colourful stalls, retail units, auctioneers, craft workers and live fashion shows. Great places

to eat.

Open 11am for rides

Cost: Free admission for day visitors with tickets or wrist bands for rides must book 24 hours

in advance.

Fun Dog ShowSt Leonards Church

St Leonards Lane

South Cockerington

LN11 7EF

t. 01507 327506

Fun Dog Show: Sunday 24th

August, from 12pm

20 fun classes including Prettiest, Handsomest and Fancy Dress. Open to all dogs (puppies

over 6 months). Stalls, refreshments, raffle, tombola and more. In aid of church funds.

Gautby Garden FeteThe Moat House

Gautby

Gautby


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LN8 5JP www.mintingandgautby.co.uk

Gautby Garden Fete: Saturday 2nd

August 2pm to 5pm

A traditional country village fete with raffle, cake and produce stall, plant and card stall,

cream teas, tombola, BBQ, games, Bric-a-Brac and lots more, to raise funds for the church

and village hall

Price: free to enter

Gibraltar Point National Nature ReserveWash Study Centre

Gibraltar Road

Skegness

PE24 4SU

t. 01754 898057

e. [email protected] www.lincstrust.org.uk/gibraltar-point

Walk - Waterbirds Arrival: Saturday 26th

July 8.30am - 11am

A chance to check out the build-up of returning waders from Northern Europe and the

Arctic. Visit the lagoons with our local expert. Free (donations welcome).

Grainthorpe Festival of Artson A1031 between Cleethorpes and Mablethorpe

Grainthorpe

Louth

LN11 7JR

e. [email protected] www.grainthorpeartsfestival.co.uk

Grainthorpe Festival of Arts: Saturday 23rd

to Monday 25th

August, 10am - 5pm each day

The 3 day event includes the sale of paintings and crafts and also features a flower festival in

the Church. The paintings are exhibited in St Clement's Church and the crafts in the Village

Hall and at Tithe Farm Barn.

Refreshments and homemade food and cakes are available throughout the weekend from

St Clements Cafe in the Village Hall.

Admission by catalogue 2 - children under 16 are free when accompanied by an adult.

Car Parking is free.

In aid of St Clement's Church and Grainthorpe Village organisations.

Hardys Animal Farm ParkIngoldmells

Skegness

PE25 1LZ

t. 01754 872267 www.hardysanimalfarm.co.uk

Feed & make friends with all your favourite farm animals! A great family day out on a

genuine working Farm. Tea Rooms & Gift Shop. Large Adventure Playground. Horse & Cart

rides. Free Car Parking

Open every day 10am till 5pm, Easter to October and every weekend through October and

all week during the School Holidays.


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Horncastle Swimming PoolCoronation Walk

Horncastle

LN9 6HP

t. 01507 522489


www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/article/1940/Horncastle-Swimming-Pool-and-Fitness-Suite

Please call for details of opening times and activities.

Jubilee Park Swimming PoolStixwould Road

Woodhall Spa

LN10 6QH

t. 01526 353478

e. [email protected] www.jubileeparkwoodhallspa.co.uk

Outdoor heated swimming pool and paddling pool.

Please call for details of opening times and costs

Loewen CinemaQubec Road

Mablethorpe

LN12 1LT

t. 01507 477040 www.loewencinema.co.uk

2 screen cinema in Mablethorpe.

Louth Playgoers Riverhead TheatreVictoria Road

Louth

LN11 0BX

t. 01507 600350

e. [email protected] www.louthplaygoers.com

Louth Playgoers Riverhead Theatre is a local community owned venue. It is maintained and

run by a dedicated team made up almost entirely of volunteers.

Louth Playhouse CinemaCannon StreetLouth

LN11 9NL

t. 01507 603 333 www.louth.parkwaycinemas.co.uk

Situated in the small town of Louth, this cinema has been in operation since the 1920s.

Mablethorpe IlluminationsCentral Promenade

Mablethorpe www.eastlindseylive.org

Mablethorpe Illuminations: Saturday 26

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Music on beach with Louise Chapman, Two Step and Stolen Fridays, plus drumming band

Spark, followed by magnificent firework display. Earlier in the day, from 10am, enjoy craft

market, sand sculpting, street entertainment and more.

Meridian Leisure CentreSt. Bernards House

Wood Lane

Louth

LN11 8RS

t. 00 0 0


www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/article/1938/Meridian-Leisure-Centre-Louth

Please call the above number for details of opening times and costs.

Natureland Seal SanctuaryNorth Parade

Skegness

PE25 1DB

t. 01754 764345

e. [email protected] www.skegnessnatureland.co.uk

Be it feeding the pets in the children's corner or watching the beautiful Coral Fish or Tropical

Butterflies, entertainment value is high at Natureland and one of the most popular features

is feeding time for the seals and penguins. Natureland's work with abandoned baby seals

has become known world wide and since opening, Natureland has dealt with, and returned

to the wild whenever possible, many unusual animal visitors including dolphins and whales,

a "lost" walrus and pelican, plus numerous oiled seabirds and injured birds of prey.

Opening Times: 10am every day. Closing times vary throughout the year.

Poplar FarmCrabtree Lane

Sutton on Sea

LN12 2RS

t. 07894292641

e. [email protected] www.poplar-farm.org.uk

Art on the Farm: Saturday 26th

JulySaturday 6th

September

2pm3pm and 3.30pm4.30pm

Join us throughout the school holidays for a variety of art and craft workshops.

Mondays - Candle making

Tuesdays - Mosaics

Wednesday - Jewellery making

Thursdays - Canvas painting

Fridays - Glass painting

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Butterfly Weekend: Saturday 23rd

to Sunday 24th

August 10am4pm

Helping to raise the profile of our wonderfully coloured pollinators Poplar Farm will be

running a weekend of creative activities around the butterfly, including childrens butterfly

trail and quiz.

Rushmoor Country ParkLouth Road

North Cockerington

Louth

LN11 7DY

t. 01507 327184

e. [email protected] www.rushmoorpark.co.uk

All creatures great and small waiting to meet you, from tiny hamsters to majestic birds of

prey. Stroke and feed rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, chinchillas plus sheep, ponies, donkeys,

goats, ducks and more. Tea room, picnic and play areas, plus a big bouncy castle.

Open every day 10am-5pm.

Saltfleet GalaSaltlfeet Playing Fields

Louth Road

Saltfleet

LN11 7SB

Saltfleet Gala: Saturday 9th

and Sunday 10th

August 6.30pm - 12am

Join in the fun at Saltfleet this year with this outdoor bonanza. Evening entertainment starts

on the 9th

with the Rumble band, fire eaters, dancers, inflatables and games.

Entry is 4 adults and 1 children under 18yrs.

There is also a car boot sale on 10th

, entry is free and only 1 to park your car.

Skegness Carnival Week 10th

to 16th

AugustTower Gardens

Grand Parade

Skegness www.skegness-carnival.org

Skegness Carnival Family Fun Day: Sunday 10th

August 10am to 7pm

This year to complement our carnival parade we are holding an all-day family fun day in the

tower gardens, there will be market stalls, attractions, entertainment and activities for

everyone to enjoy. Let's make this year a good one!

Skegness IlluminationsTower Esplanade

Skegness

t. 01754 767300

Skegness Illuminations: Saturday 2nd

August 6pm - 10pm

Dancers, bands, Butlins Redcoats show and switch-on with Dancing on Ice winner Ray

Quinn.

Free.


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Snipe Dales Country Park & Nature ReserveOff Slash Lane

Lusby

PE23 4JB

t. 01507 526667

e. [email protected] www.lincstrust.org.uk/snipe-dales

Snipe Dales Country Park & Nature Reserve is a country park and nature reserve on the

southern edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The Greenwich Meridian, chosen as the Prime

Meridian in 1884, passes through this point. Snipe Dales is one of few semi-natural wet

valley systems still surviving.

Stanhope HallBoston Road

Horncastle

LN9 6NJ

t. 01507 526951 www.stanhopehall.org

Family Fun & Craft Fair: Saturday 9th

August 11am to 4pm

Family fun day with Craft stalls, Bouncy Castle, Ice Cream Vans, Candy Floss, Face Painting,

Light refreshments,

Price: 50p upwards

The Embassy TheatreGrand Parade

Skegness

PE25 2UG

t. 0845 674 0505

e. [email protected] www.embassytheatre.co.uk

Embassy Theatre Academy Summer Workshops: Monday 28th

July - Friday 1st

August

Get your summer off to an all singing, all dancing start by joining us at the Embassy Theatre

Academy, daily from Monday 28th

July - Friday 1st

August inclusive.

7-12 year olds will work on songs, dances and scenes from Grease the musical between 9am

& 1pm

13-19 year olds on songs, dances and scenes from Dirty Dancing between 12pm & 4pm

Cost is 55 for all 5 days, which also includes a souvenir themed t-shirt for you to keep!

Book by calling the Box Office on 0845 674 0505 or in person at the Box Office

For further info please contact Amanda at [email protected] or call

07984 366700

Tickets: children 55 for 5 days

The Chuckles Brothers : A 2014 Space OddityEVERY TUESDAY From Tuesday 29th

July to

Tuesday 26th

August at 7pm

Paul and Barry visit a toy shop to buy some water pistols. Whilst trying them out they notice

a toy space ship which they get in. Don't touch anything the shop keeper shouts out!

Especially that button! This button they ask? Yes he replies. But being The Chuckle Brothers

they can't resist it and press the button. All sorts of noises go off! Oh Dear! Oh Dear! They

cry out as they magically and accidentally go into a space on a new adventure!


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FAMILY Tickets available - to purchase online enter the code Family where prompted and

follow the instructions choosing 1 family ticket and 3 additional tickets. Also available by

calling the Box Office on 0845 674 0505

Tickets: 16; Family53.50

Craft Fair: Sunday 3rd

August - 10am

It's welcome back to the Coast and Country Craft Fair

OPEN 10am - 3pm, FREE ENTRY

With lots of amazing crafts and gifts: Jewellery, Wood Crafts, Sweets, Craft Accessories,

Homemade Cakes, Handmade Cards and much more...

Refreshments available.

For further details or to book a stall - please contact Sue Parr on 07958 450504

The Kinema in the WoodsCoronation Road

Woodhall Spa

LN10 6QD

t. 01526 352166 www.thekinemainthewoods.co.uk

Two screen atmospheric Victorian cinema. Both auditoriums are also available for private

hire. The Kinema in the Woods is currently open seven evenings a week with matinee

showings on Saturdays, Sundays and during the school holidays.

The Parrot ZooDickonhill Road

Friskney

PE22 8PF

t. 0871 384 1130

e. [email protected] www.parrotzoo.com

Europe's only dedicated parrot zoo. Home to some 1350 happy parrots and parakeets, it is

the largest collection of rescued parrots in the UK.

The Petwood HotelStixwould Road

Woodhall Spa

LN10 6QG

t. 01526 352411

e. [email protected] www.petwood.co.uk

Hugless Douglas: Thursday 7th

August

Based on the book by internationally-acclaimed author-illustrator David Melling, this

delightful new show from Blunderbus Theatre comes to life with an irresistible blend of

music, puppetry and high energy storytelling. Little Cubs aged 3 - 7 years old will love this

heartwarming tale, but grown-up bears will have lots of fun, too.

Tickets 7 each.

Jazz on the Terrace: Sunday 10th

August

Peter Tabois and Friends will entertain with live jazz music on the terrace 12-2pm. Free

Entry.

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wonderful Chapterhouse Theatre Company for a second helping of fabulous outdoor

theatre this summer. See www.chapterhouse.org

Bring low backed seating or a rug to sit on and enjoy a picnic beforehand. With 24 hours

notice we can provide an indulgent Petwood picnic hamper.

Tickets are 14 for adults, 10 for children or 42 for a family ticket (2 adults and 2

children). There is a discount of 10% for groups of 10 or more when booked at least 1 week

prior to the performance. (Group bookings must be made in one transaction.)

Performance starts at 6.30pm, gates open at 5.30pm. This is an outdoor production and no

indoor alternative is available.

The Village Church FarmChurch Road South

Skegness

PE25 2HF

t. 01754 766658

e. [email protected] www.churchfarmvillage.org.uk

The Village at War Bank Holiday Weekend: Saturday 23rd

to Monday 25th

August

The Village Church Farm together with "We'll Meet Again" Step back in time and see what

life was like on the Home-front during the war years, with displays of memorabilia, Air raids,

vintage household, farming equipment and loads more... Come in period costume and get

into the wartime spirit. Bring the children and meet Paul and Linda from the We'll Meet

Again Museums for Schools Access to all areas of the Village Church Farm. Select

Lincolnshire Food also attending this magnificent bank holiday event.

Tickets: 8 family; 4.50 adult; single 3.50; concessions 3 children

Tower Cinema111 Lumley Road

Skegness

PE25 3LL

t. 01754 765152 www.towercinema.co.uk

Skegness cinema open 7 days a week.

Wragby ShowGoltho near Wragby

t. 01522 754276 www.wragbyshow.com

Wragby Show: Sunday 31stAugust, from 9am

Classic vehicles, horticulture competitions, fun dog show, livestock, poultry, horses and

trade stands.

WW1 Commemoration Family DayMinting Village Hall

Bricken Field Lane

Minting

Horncastle

LN9 5RX www.mintingandgautby.co.uk


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WW1 Commemoration Family Day: Sunday 3rd

August 10.45am - 3pm

Come and Share Your Familys WW Stories for new Heritage Project

Bring a Picnic Lunch or buy an Afternoon Tea

Unveiling of Thankful Village Plaque at 11am

Exhibition of WWI Family Memorabilia - have you some photos, diaries, artefacts you could

share/lend?

11amPlaque Unveiling

As many of you will know, Minting is a Thankful Village a village where all the men who

fought in WW1 returned. Last year two men from Wales (Medwyn Parry & Dougie Bancroft)

visited all 51 Thankful Villages in England & Wales by motorcycle calling in at Minting on 1st

August.

At each village they presented a slate plaque and a certificate with the request that all 51

plaques be unveiled at 11am on Sunday 3rd

August 2014 - the nearest Sunday to 4th August

which is the accepted start of WW1 as far as the UK was concerned.

The plaque and certificate are to be placed in Minting Village Hall and will be unveiled by

Mrs Mavis Miller and Mr Frank Speake who have family members on both the WW1 & WW2

Rolls of Honour which are in the parish church - St Andrew's.

12pm onwards- Minting, Gautby & District Heritage Society are launching their WW1

Commemoration Projectworking title from Becks to Battlefields.

The Society aims to gather family WW1 stories and put them into a book that

commemorates all aspects of WWI as experienced by the ancestors of those who live in the

area now. Come and see the exhibition and share your familys stories. Dont know your

familys WW story? We can help you start your research!

Xsite Skate ParkNorth Parade

Skegness

Lincolnshire

PE25 1BF

t. 01754 762579

e. [email protected] www.xsiteskatepark.co.uk

Indoor skate park with ramps for BMX, inline skating and skateboarding, equipment hire,

cafe and activity room. New outdoor skate area.

Call the above number to find out details and permissions required for

under 16yrs


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Lincoln

Lincoln City Council - www.lincoln.gov.uk/visitor-and-leisure

Check on-line for events and activities through the summer break plus available leisurefacilities.

..Did You Know?

Frances Eiffel Towercan grow by more than 6 inches in summer due tothe expansion of the iron on hot days.

August Spooky Lincoln Ghost TourSightseeing Bus Tour

Minster Yard (First Stop)

Lincoln

LN2 1PX

t. 01522 545458

Sightseeing Bus Tour (Lincoln Cathedral): Saturday 2nd

August 4pm5pm

Explore haunted Lincoln on an hour long 'Tour Lincoln' special, open-top bus tour in August

and be spooked by a local ghost expert.

One of the team from the popular Lincoln Ghost Walks will guide you around Lincoln on

Tour Lincoln, the open top city sightseeing bus, whilst telling spooky tales and stories ofLincolns haunted past.

The spooky tour is suitable for all ages but there is no concession ticket available.

Seats will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis (45 upstairs, 30 downstairs). The tour

will leave the west front of Lincoln Cathedral at 4pm and will last one hour.

6 per person.

Ellis MillMill Road

Lincoln

LN1 3JJt. 01522 782040 (all correspondence should be directed to the Museum of Lincolnshire Life)

www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/visiting/windmills/ellis-windmill

This wonderful Lincoln mill is located on Mill Road, so called due to the nine windmills that

formerly faced west over the steep slopes of the Lincoln Edge.

Ellis Mill is now the sole survivor of these mills and an excellent example of a small tower

mill. The Mill dates from 1798 but there has been a mill on this site from at least the middle

of the 17th century.

Admission to Ellis Windmill is free.

Open 2pm5pm Saturdays & Sundays April to September.

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Fun FarmLincolnStephenson Road

off Station Road

North Hykeham

Lincoln

LN6 3QU

t. 01522 695553

e. [email protected] www.funfarm.co.uk

Fun Farm have so many attractions, whatever the weather, so your children can have hours

of endless fun in this safe and friendly environment whilst parents and adults can relax in

the Fun Farm Restaurant and Gift Shop.

Hartsholme County ParkSkellingthorpe Road

Lincoln

LN6 0EY

t. 01522 873577 www.lincoln.gov.uk/hartsholmecp

e. [email protected] www.hartsholmecountrypark.com

Den Building: Tuesday 29th

July 1pm to 3pm

Who lives in a house like this? Join the Park Rangers to build a shelter that could protect you

from the wind and rain, using fallen timber and tarpaulins. The activity will be in the woods

so suitable clothing and sensible shoes should be worn. There is a charge of 2.50 per child

for this event and booking is essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There

are toilets and refreshments at the park.

Visitors Centre, Hartsholme Country Park. 2.50

Butterfly Bonanza: Thursday 31stJuly 1pm to 3pm

Join Park Rangers for a short walk to discover the colorful world of butterflies. Find out

about some our fluttering friends that thrive here in summer and in take part in the Big

Butterfly Count 2014 as well as lots of fun butterfly activities. There is a charge of 3.50 per

child for this event and booking is essential. This activity is aimed at children. There are

toilets and refreshments at the park.


Bird Watching For All: Sunday 3rd

August 10.30am to 12.30pm

Join local RSPB members for a guided walk of Hartsholme Country Park and Swanholme

Lakes Local Nature Reserve to discover the many species of birds which reside here

throughout the year. The walk will last around 2 hours, taking a route along woodlandpaths, which in places are undulating and at times wet and muddy This event is free of

charge and all children must be accompanied by an adult. There are toilets and

refreshments at the park.

Visitors Centre, Hartsholme Country Park. Free

Pond Dipping: Tuesday 5th

August 1pm to 3pm

Join Park Rangers to explore the hidden depths, and delve beneath the surface of our

wildlife pond to see what creepy critters are lurking below in the underwater world. There is

a charge of 2.50 per child for this event and booking is essential. All children must be

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Bug Safari: Thursday 7th

August 1pm to 3pm

Come along and see whats bugging us at Hartsholme Country Park. Join the Park Rangers to

get up close and personal with some seriously creepy creatures! Search the meadow, look

under logs and peer at trees to find the minibeasts that make the park their home. There is

a charge of 2.50 per child for this event and booking is essential. All children must be



Family Fun Day: Sunday 10th

August 11am to 4pm

Join the Park Rangers for the annual family open day where you will find a variety of

activities for all the family. The event is run by the City of Lincoln Council and some charges

for activities may apply but for the most part these are free of charge. Toilet and

refreshment facilities are available and there is plenty of on-site parking.

Visitors Centre, Hartsholme Country Park. Free (some activities have a small charge)

Treasure Hunt: Tuesday 19th

August 12pm to 4pm

Ahoy me hearties, join us to explore Hartsholme Country Park by taking part in a special

pirate themed treasure hunt. Solve the puzzles and complete the challenges to finally findyour treasure chest! There is a charge of 2.50 per child for this event and booking is

essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There are toilets and refreshments

at the park.


Dream Catchers: Thursday 21st

August 1pm to 3pm

Join Rangers to try your hand at making your very own dream catcher. Let this little piece of

Native American folklore trap all your bad dreams and let the good ones through! There is a

charge of 3.50 per child for this event and booking is essential. All children must be


Visitors Centre, Hartsholme Country Park. 3.50Rockets: Tuesday 26

thAugust 1pm to 3pm

Join the Park Rangers and discover the joys of flight by making your very own bottle rocket.

This activity has lots going on, a satisfying whoosh, a high-speed departure and a good

soaking if you are standing close!! There is a charge of 3.50 per child for this event and

booking is essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There are toilets and

refreshments at the park.


Den Building: Thursday 28th

August 1pm to 3pm

Who lives in a house like this? Join the Park Rangers to build a shelter that could protect you

from the wind and rain, using fallen timber and tarpaulins. The activity will be in the woodsso suitable clothing and sensible shoes should be worn. There is a charge of 2.50 per child

for this event and booking is essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There

are toilets and refreshments at the park.


Bug Box Hotel: Tuesday 2nd

September 1pm to 3pm

Make your bugs a home and help keep the insects in your garden safe from the cold winter

weather by building a bug box. Join the Park Rangers to construct your very own little

conservation project to take home! There is a charge of 3 50 per child for this event and

booking is essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There are toilets and

refreshments at the park.Visitors Centre, Hartsholme Country Park. 3.50


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Hirebiket.01522 370 143 www.hirebikelincoln.co.uk

Take your children on a bike ride this summer holiday!

If your children want to go on a bike ride, but you don't have a bikerent one of our orange

hirebikesand get cycling!

More than 800 people have signed up to Lincoln's bike hire schemehirebikewhich is a

short-term rental scheme for residents and visitors in Lincoln.

40 bikes available to hire from locations across the city including:

Newark Road (opposite ASDA)

Station Road

Hykeham Train Station

Birchwood Avenue (opposite Birchwood Centre)

Kingsley Road

Brayford Pool

Lincoln Train Station Moorland Avenue (The Junction)

Bikes can be hired throughout the day. They are free for the first 30 minutes of every rental

and then 1 per hour. The price is capped at 4.00 for the whole day.

You can hire a bike in three easy steps:

1. RegisterOnline at www.hirebikelincoln.co.ukor call 01522 370 143. Membership is

free, but you will be asked to purchase 5.00 worth of credit before you can hire your

first bike. Funds will be deducted as and when you use the bikes.

2. UnlockReceive a membership number and PINinput this at the hirebike station,

choose a bike and use the keypad to unlock.

3. HireGet on your bike and off you go! You can return your bike to any of the stations

not just the one you hired from.

We are currently expanding the hirebike scheme with an additional six stations being

installed across Lincoln throughout July. Locations include Brant Road, Newark Road (near

Tiber Road), Burton Waters, Tritton Road and Skellingthorpe Community Centre.

Hirebike is delivered through Access LN6 at Lincolnshire County Council. Access LN6 is a

multi-million pound programme which increases opportunities for sustainable travel. It is

improving opportunities to walk, cycle, use public transport and car share, as well as making

improvements to infrastructure.

Jazzpac Summer SchoolMinster School

Lindum Road

Lincoln

e. [email protected] jazzpac.emjazz.co.uk

Jazzpac Summer School: Tuesday 27th

& Wednesday 28th

August 2pm - 5.30pm

(performance 6pm on Wednesday 28th

August)

A 2 day introduction to jazz performance for all young (11-19yrs) musicians and supported

by 3 leading regional jazz musicians.

Jazzpac is excited to present a FREE short course in small ensemble jazz improvisation.

Topics covered in the workshops include developing soloist style and themes, interpreting

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used in modern jazz performance. Over the course of the two days, a team of professional

jazz musicians affiliated with the Lincoln area, led by Andrew Wood, Martyn Spencer and

Thom Whitworth will work with the participants towards a short performance. The course is

for young people at school/college.

Sessions from 2pm - 5.30pm on Tuesday 27th

and Wednesday 28th

August. On Wednesday

28ththere will be a short performance for family and friends starting at 6pm.

Due to the small ensemble nature of this course, places are limited to 20 in order to balance

instrumentation in the groups, so an early application is wise. As a guide this course is

suitable for musicians of grade 5+ or equivalent and the age limit.

Limited funds are available to assist with travel costs on an individual basis. Please mention

when booking.

For further information and application forms, contact [email protected]

Lincoln by the SeaLincoln City Square

Sincil Street

Lincoln

LN5 7ET

t. 01522 545711


Lincoln by the Sea: Monday 21st

JulySunday 31st

August 10am4pm

The beach comes to Lincoln City Square, complete with deckchairs, special appearances

from Punch and Judy and of course lots of sand!

Lincoln city centre will see the return of Lincoln BIGs sandy beach in July and August,

Lincoln by the Sea.

From 21stJuly, children will be able to enjoy the beach and fairground rides in the citycentre, while parents can relax in deckchairs.

The beach is funded and organised by Lincoln Business Improvement Group (BIG).

Lincoln CastleCastle Hill

Lincoln

LN1 3AA

t. 01522 782040


www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/visiting/historic-buildings/lincoln-castleIllyria: The Pirates of Penzance - Friday 25

thJuly 7.30pm (gates open 6.30pm)

Open air theatre from Illyria. Gilbert and Sullivans popular comic opera is packed with

unforgettable lyrics such as To be a Pirate King! andModern Major General, and is

faithfully performed by a reduced cast. Suitable for all the family. Bring a picnic! Gates open

at 6.30pm. Seating not provided.

Cost: Adults 12.50/Concessions 10

Children 7.50/Family Ticket 32.50 *

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Lincoln Castle Joust! Saturday 2nd

& Sunday 3rd

August

Experience the thrill of a medieval joust. Armoured knights on horseback test their skill at

mounted combat in a breathtaking display of the noble art of jousting. Pageantry,

horsemanship and combat combine in a fantastic family day out.

Cost: Adults 8 / Concessions 6.40

Children 4.80 / Family Ticket 20.80

My Family Was Here 2014: School Holiday Activity

Tuesday 5th

to Thursday 7th

August and Tuesday 26th

to Thursday 28th

August

Help create a Bayeux Tapestry-style record of visitors to the Castle in 2014. Collage your

family onto the giant scroll to record a moment in time.

Cost: 1 per activity

Illryia: George's Marvellous Medicine - Saturday 9th

August 7pm

Open air theatre for younger audiences with this Roald Dahl classic. Full of (literally) larger-

than-life characters and audience participation. Suitable for ages 5+. Bring a picnic! Gates

open at 6.30pm. Seating not provided.

* Tickets available in advance from Lincoln Drill Hall box office: 01522 873894Cost: Adults 10 / Conc 8

Children 6 / Family Ticket 26*

Story Time Tent: School Holiday Activity - Tuesday 12th

to Thursday 14th

August

Sessions start at 10.15am, 11.15am, 1pm & 2pm (45 mins long)

Meet Dennis the Dragon and enjoy Castle themed stories and crafts. Suitable for 3-6 year

olds with grown-ups.

Free activity

Garden Games: School Holiday Activity - Tuesday 19th

to Thursday 21st

August

Come and take part in fun and challenging Castle garden games including an obstacle

course, giant noughts and crosses and skittles.Free activity

Birds of Prey: Saturday 23rd

to Monday 25th

August

Our resident falconer returns to the Castle for more flying displays with Mac the Harris

Hawk, Bo the Great Grey Owl and more.

Lincoln Cathedral4 Priorygate

Lincoln

LN2 1PL

t. 01522 561600e. [email protected] www.lincolncathedral.com

Art Exhibition: Monday 28th

July until Saturday 2nd

August 10am - 4pm

All of our visitors are welcome to an exhibition by a local group of artists. The exhibition will

take place in the Chapter House of the Cathedral and will feature a wide variety of subject

matters and media.

While entry to the exhibition is free, normal Cathedral entry charges will apply.

Labyrinth Exhibition: Wednesday 6th

August until Wednesday 27th

August

An exhibition open daily in the South Transept showing a survey of the historic, artistic and

cultural background of labyrinth symbolism and a series of paintings undertaken by

contemporary professional artists who are asked to interpret the labyrinth as a symbol oflifes journey. A section of the exhibition will be given to a display of childrens responses to


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the labyrinth experience and a house of contemplation designed by students from the

University Of Lincoln School Of Architecture will also be on exhibition in the Morning

Chapel.

Normal Cathedral entry charges apply

Presentation by Stage Fright Community Theatre: Tuesday 12th

August 11am - 12pm

Part of the Labyrinth Project 2014. The presentation is written and performed by young

people from Stage Fright who will use the labyrinth to bring together ideas about life

processes and pathways, time, space and boundaries.

The performance is free for visitors to the Cathedral who have paid the standard Cathedral

entry charge.

The Quest of the Holy Grail: Wednesday 13th

& Monday 18th

August 7.30pm8.30pm

Performed by actors and singers from CAODS, The Grail is a dramatization of the most

famous episode in Malorys Morte dArthur. It tells of the labyrinthine journey that Arthurs

knights take in their attempts to uncover the mystery of the Holy Grail. Author: William

Wray / Composer: Rosemary Broadbent.

Unnumbered tickets 10 Concessions 8. Obtainable through the Cathedral Box OfficeExhibition of Paintings: Friday 15

thuntil Monday 25

thAugust 10am - 4pm

An exhibition of paintings by Tina Robson and Jan Jeans will be on display in the Chapter

House. The exhibition will mainly comprise of landscapes of Lincolnshire and Norfolk. There

is no extra charge to view the exhibition however the normal Cathedral entrance charge will

apply.

Please note on Sundays the exhibition will be open from 1pm and 3pm.

Art Exhibition: Friday 15th

until Monday 25th

August 10am - 4pm

An exhibition of paintings by Tina Robson and Jan Jeans will take place in the chapter house

of Lincoln Cathedral. The paintings will mainly comprise of Landscapes of Lincolnshire and

Norfolk.All of our visitors are welcome to attend. Entry to the exhibition is free however normal

Cathedral entry charges apply.

Please note the exhibition will be open from 1pm3pm on Sunday.

Finale - Candle-lit Evening with Music and Readings: Wednesday 27th

August 7.30pm

8.30pm

The festival finale will offer you a journey by walking the candle-lit labyrinth, looking at the

exhibition of paintings and labyrinth designs and listening to choirs, solo singers and actors

performing words and music, including specially commissioned compositions related to the

journey of life.

Tickets: Adults5 / ChildrenFree. Obtainable through the Cathedral Box Office

Lincoln Cornhill - Commonwealth FestivalLincoln Cornhill

Lincoln

LN5 7HB

t. 01522 545711


Commonwealth Festival: Wednesday 23rd

July to Sunday 3rd

August 10am8pm

Celebrate all things Commonwealth in the summer of 2014 with a big screen showing the

2014 Commonwealth Games and a Commonwealth Food Fair. The Commonwealth Festivalis funded and organised by Lincoln Business Improvement Group (Lincoln BIG).


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Lincoln BIG Commonwealth Screen

Enjoy all the action from the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games right in the city centre

with the Lincoln BIG Commonwealth Screen. On Lincoln Cornhill, for the duration of the

games, there will be grass and seating in Lincoln Cornhill to cheer on Team GB or whoever

else you are rooting for.

Commonwealth Food Fair

Get a flavour of the Commonwealth during the games with the Commonwealth Food Fair

running alongside the big screen from Wednesday 23rd

to Sunday 27th

July. From traditional

British to Australian bush-food to Jamaican jerk, enjoy exotic food from around the

Commonwealth in Lincoln.

Lincoln Drill HallFree School Lane

Lincoln

LN2 1EY

t. 01522 873894

e. [email protected] www.lincolndrillhall.com

Diddy Disco: Saturday 2nd

August 10.30am

Join us for our happening club for under 7s and their happening parents! We play bit of

everything from current tunes to rock and roll to disco! We love to mix it up with all kinds of

music to make it a unique party for parents and children alike!

All children must be accompanied and face-painting is also available.

Taking place at Main Auditorium

Tickets: 3 (accompanying adults free)

Zest Theatres Summer Challenge: Monday 28th

July to Thursday 31st

July 10am - 4pm

Interested in acting, writing, directing, and producing? Then join us for this years SummerChallenge!

You and your new friends have got just 4 days to form your own theatre company and

produce a brand new production ready for a live audience to watch. Thats 4 days to write

it, rehearse it, produce it and perform it! Are you ready? GO! Zest Theatres Summer

Challenge is open to anyone aged 11-25.

FREE to take partbut call us to book your place. FREE performance on 31st at 3pm

FishTank Summer School: Monday 4th

August to Thursday 7th

August 10am - 3pm

Alice & Steph are back with their annual Youth Theatre Summer School open to anyone

aged 7 to 11. Four days of acting, writing, directing and giggling, all leading to a final

informal performance (a world premiere!) for family & friends on Thursday 7th at 2pm. A

great way to spend a week of your summer hols!

Please contact the box office to book on 01522 873894.

Tickets: 70

Lincoln Performing Arts CentreUniversity of Lincoln

Brayford Pool

Lincoln

LN6 7TS

t. 01522 837600


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e. [email protected] www.lpac.co.uk

A modern theatre in the city centre, with a great range of shows and a friendly caf bar.

Lincoln South Fire Station - 50th

Anniversary Open DayLincoln South Fire Station

South Park Avenue

Lincoln

LN5 8EL

t. 01522 580373


www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/lincolnshire-fire-and-rescue

Lincoln South Fire Station - 50th Anniversary Open Day: Friday 8th

August 10am - 4pm

To commemorate its 50th anniversary, Lincoln South fire station is holding a special open

day on Friday, 8th August 2014. Therefore Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue is inviting you to join

us in celebrating this landmark occasion. The activities and events of the day will include:

Red Arrows flyby

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Concert Band

Urban Search and Rescue demonstrations

Rescue dog demonstrations

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Preservation Support Service demonstrations

British Red Cross - Fire & Emergency Support

Museum of Lincolnshire LifeBurton Road

Lincoln

LN1 3LY

t. 01522 782040


www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/visiting/museums/museum-of-lincolnshire-life

Tommies Treats and TreasuresFamily Craft Workshop: Thursday 28th

August 10am until

3.30pm

A craft workshop based on the art of world war one. Includes sweetheart jewellery,

embroidered keepsake notes, and soldier's kitbags.

Admission Free

Crafts 1

Odeon Cinema LincolnBrayford Wharf North

Lincoln

LN1 1YS

t. 0871 224 4007 www.odeon.co.uk

Multiscreen cinema in the heart of Lincoln.

Punch & Judy FestivalLincoln City Centre

t. 01522 545711


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Punch & Judy Festival Friday 25th

& Saturday 26th

July

The traditional Punch and Judy Festival returns to Lincoln for the eleventh time to perform

across the city centre. Experience traditional Punch and Judy shows on High Bridge, High

Street and the beach on City Square during the festival as you visit Lincoln High Street. The

show is performed by a single puppeteer inside the booth and provides unique

entertainment found nowhere else!

Children of all ages, not to mention adults, love a traditional Punch and Judy puppet show

so be sure to pay the festival a visit. Shows and events are subject to weather conditions.

RuddocksCraft Workshops287 High Street

Lincoln

LN2 1AW

t. 01522 528285 www.ruddocksoflincoln.co.uk

Binka Sewing: Wednesday 6thAugust 10am - 12pm

This workshop is designed to teach hand sewing using cross stitch on binka, which is a larger

version of aida and great to create patterns. Using a wide range of colours and a few simple

stitches a lovely piece of work can be produced with techniques that with Mandy Derbyshire

Ages 7 to 11 year olds

Cost: 11

Simple Appliqu: Thursday 7th

August 10am - 1pm

Using materials such as felt and fabric we will appliqu our designs using hand sewing and

finish with trimming and bead etc to produce an appliqu picture or design. This is a great

start to sewing using simple but effective techniques that can be used on a variety of

projects. With Mandy DerbyshireAges 1215 year olds

Cost: 15

Self Portrait Drawing: Monday 11th

August 10am - 12pm

This workshop is designed to help 1215 year olds produce a self portrait, starting with a

few short studies and getting them to really look at the detail. Then they will go on to

produce a pencil drawing of themselves. This is a great way of encouraging them to look

more carefully at not only themselves but everything that they draw before moving onto

colour.

Cost: 13

Ages 1215 year oldsMake A Volcano: Friday 15

thAugust 10am - 1pm

This is a great hands on project for children. We will make our structure using mod roc, then

paint it and add any additional decoration to the landscape. Once dry it can be turned into a

working volcano, with a few added ingredients! This is a great fun workshop that children

are certain to enjoy and earn at the same time.

Cost: 16 (Includes lunch)


Decopatch Boxes: Tuesday 19th

August 10am - 1pm

A fun workshop creating either a treasure chest or jewellery box using decopatch

techniques and other materials. Thetechniques learnt in the class can be applied to a number of projects, giving endless fun!


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Cost: 15 (Includes lunch)


Foam Mosaics: Thursday 21st

August 10am - 12pm

Produce a light weight and funky mosaic. We will start by creating a simple design and then

add the foam tiles. With a wide variety of colours to choose from this is a great way for

younger children to create their own design using safe materials.

Cost: 12


Press Printing Bags: Wednesday 27th

August 10am12pm

This is a great way for children to start printing onto fabric. Create a shopping bag with a

creative design, using a variety of shapes and colours. This method of printing is great for

children as it can produce a great result in a short space of time compared to other printing

methods.

Cost: 12


Needle Felting: Thursday 28thAugust 10am1pmUsing just a needle tool and felt/wool we will create a brooch or hanging decoration using a

variety of colours. No two pieces of needle felting are the same and allows freehand work

without a pattern or sketch out your design first.

Cost: 15


Superbowl LincolnLincoln Superbowl, Valentine Road

Lincoln

LN6 7BH

t. 01522 541669 www.superbowl-lincoln.co.uk

24 Lanes of Bowling, Wimpy Diner, Arcade and Bar. Various offers available, please see

website and magazine.

StreetGames County FestivalLincoln Christs Hospital School

Wragby Road

Lincoln

LN2 4PN

t. 01522 691879 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/teeninfolincs/things-to-do/positive-futures

StreetGames County Festival: Friday 25th

July

The festival brings together young people from different communities around Lincolnshire

through a common love of sport. The day is a celebration of the skills that young people

have developed while attending their local StreetGames Doorstep Sport Clubs.

Participants have the opportunity to compete against teams from other areas in football,

athletics and dance; as well the chance to try a whole range of taster activities.

Graphic street artist J will also run a popular street art workshop at the festival, helping

participants to customise T-shirts and create a mural on the day.


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The Collection1 Danes Terrace

Lincoln

LN2 1LP

t. 01522 782040

e. [email protected] www.thecollectionmuseum.com

Storytime: Every Thursday

Free fun storytime at The Collection for under s every Thursday at .am in Play. Stories

to delight and enthral young children.

Archaeology Day: Thursday 31st

July

After last year's very popular event, another Archaeology Day for visitors of all ages. This is

part of the CBA (Council of British Archaeology) Festival of Archaeology and this year it will

be run in conjunction with the Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire.

The children's activities this year include a chance to do a dig (limited places so first come

first served), object handling (again limited places) and a chance to act in or watch a short

play about Ancient Egypt followed by a film about Howard Carter the famous Egyptian

archaeologist aimed at younger viewers. We also hope to have a display of rare books on

Egyptian archaeology from Lincoln Central Library. There will a 1 craft making a replica of a

Norman manor house (all other activities are free).

The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire will be showcasing their services and activities. Find out

about their latest projects and courses and get your finds identified by their resident

experts. Short lectures on a variety of subjects will be offered throughout the day.

The day will coincide with the opening of our Reconstructing the Past display which consists

of models of lost pieces of Lincolnshire's heritage.

Swimming with dinosaurs: Tuesday 19th

August

A Family Fun Day themed around the giant ancient sea reptiles that lived at the same timeas dinosaurs. With optional 1 crafts.

The Engine ShedUniversity Of Lincoln

Brayford Pool

Lincoln

LN6 7TX

t. 01522 837400 www.engineshed.co.uk

Charity Zumbathon and Charity Fun Day: Saturday 2nd

August 11am to 5.30pm

30 minute Zumba kids classes at 1pm (4-6 yrs and 7-13 yrs), 2 hours of adult Zumba from2:30pm and stalls, face painting, cakes, goodie bags and fun for all the family in aid of local

charity Magic Moments 4 Autistic Kids (donations also going to ABF: The Soldier's Charity

and MacMillan).

The Ritz Cinema & TheatreHigh Street

Lincoln

LN5 7PJ

t. 01522 528348 www.ritzcinema.org

Summer Hols Kids Season - Tinkerbell & The Pirate FairyTuesday 29

thJuly from 12.30pm to 2.30pm


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Disney's Frozen Sing A Long@ TheRitzCinema

Saturday 2nd

August from 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Avengers Assemble@TheRitzCinema

Saturday 2nd

August from 7.30pm to 10pm

Summer Hols Kids Season - The Lego Movie

Tuesday 5thAugust from 12.30pm to 3pm

Summer Hols Kids Season - Muppet Most Wanted

Tuesday 12th


Summer Hols Kids Season - Frozen

Tuesday 19th


Who Convention 2014 @TheRitzCinema: Saturday 23th August 11am to 10pm

A spectacular convention event to Lincoln with ALL things Current & Classic Who.

Who Con 2014 - hosted by the 6th

Doctor, Colin Baker

With guests confirmed so far...

Nicola Bryant - Peri Brown

Gareth David-Lloyd - Ianto Jones (Doctor Who & Torchwood)

Simon Fisher-Becker - Dorium Maldovar

Colin Spaull - Mr Crane (The Age Of Steel / Lilt - Revelation Of The Daleks)

Nick Joseph (Doctor Who & Star Wars)

We are pleased to announce yet another fantastic guest lined up for Who Con 14. Actor,

writer, teacher, biographer & son of 2nd

Doctor, Patrick Troughton...

Michael Troughton will be attending as a guest, talking about his book - a biography of 2nd

Doctor Patrick Troughton, a Q&A and talk about his father. This a great opportunity for any

2nd

Doctor fans out there - come and meet Michael and grab a signed copy of his book.

TICKETS ARE HIGHLY LIMITED FOR THIS EVENT SO DON'T MISS OUT.

Standard Ticket Entry 11am - 6pmDeluxe Ticket Entry 10am - 8pm

(NB Deluxe tickets also include entry to the evening event "My Dalek Has A Puncture" with

Simon Fisher-Becker. Standard ticket holders need to buy tickets separately from the event

page)

Summer Hols Kids Season - Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2

Tuesday 26th


Summer Hols Kids Season - Escape From Planet Earth

Tuesday 2nd

September from 12.30pm to 2.30pm

The ShowroomTritton Road

Lincoln

LN6 7QY

t. 01522 508360 www.theshowroom.org.uk

HOLIDAY CLUBS

Football Holiday Club: Monday 28th

July to Friday 1st

August 10am - 5pm daily

For ages 6+. 5 per day. Pre-booking required.

Parkour Holiday Club: Monday 4th

August to Friday 8th

August 10am - 3pm daily

For ages 8+. 10 per day or 45 for the week. Pre-payment and pre-booking required.

Performance Week: Monday 18thAugust to Friday 22ndAugust 10am-3pm daily


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For ages 8-16. 10 per day or 45 for the week. Stage Lighting, Dance Workshops,

Clowning, Musical Theatre, Street Dance, Puppetry. Pre-payment and pre-booking

required.

HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

Pizza Making: Tuesday 29th

July 1pm-3pm 4pm-5pm 2

Quids In: Wednesday 30thJuly, 6th, 20th& 27thAugust 9am-5pm 1

Street Dance: Thursday 31st

July 10am-12pm 2

Late Night Movie Night Open till 11pm: Friday 1st

August & 29th

August 12+ | 2.50

Sports Challenge: Monday 4th

August 1pm-3pm 2

August Crazy Crafts: 5th

, 7th

, 19th

, 21st

& 26th

10am-12pm 2

Graffiti Workshop: Friday 8th

August 10am-4pm 8+ 3

Cake Making: Friday 22nd

August 1pm-3pm

Sports Challenge: Friday 22nd

August 10am-12pm

Sports Challenge: Thursday 28th

August 1pm-3pm 2

Quids-In! Youth Clubs & Family Days

Quids-In! Youth Clubs at the Showroom offer members free-play & activities for just 1.

We run Youth Clubs for different age groups on different nights, but the Quids-In! price is

the same - 1!

Entry entitles members to freeplay on all arcade games, pool tables, air hockey, table tennis,

bowling and the sports cage, as well as arts & crafts, facilitated team games and other

activities. We even offer a fully supervised 'Junior Youth Night' on Mondays for our younger

members! Saturdays are Quids-In for all ages; families welcome!

Monday 4pm-6pm, ages 6-11

Monday 6pm-9pm, ages 11-25

Tuesday 6pm-9pm, ages 11-14

Wednesday 6pm-9pm, ages 11-25

Thursday 6pm-9pm, ages 14-25

Friday 6pm-9pm, ages 11-25

Saturday 10am-5pm, all ages, families welcome!

The VenueBishop Grosseteste University College

Longdales Road

Lincoln

LN1 3DYe. [email protected] www.thevenuelincoln.co.uk

Used primarily as a Drama and Performing Arts theatre by the BG students during the

daytime, The Venue has been completely refurbished and now also boasts modern digital

projection equipment and Dolby surround sound enabling anyone to book tickets to see

some fantastic films. The Venue is also equipped with satellite receivers enabling us to

occasionally screen some of the great theatre, opera and music productions live, from

around the world.

Theatre Royal

ClasketgateLincoln


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LN2 1JJ

t. 01522 51 99 99

e. [email protected] www.lincolntheatreroyal.com

This 481 seat venue hosts a wide range of performing arts including ballet, opera, drama,

comedy, tribute bands, pantomime and more.

Yarborough Leisure CentreRiseholme Road

Lincoln

LN1 3SP

t. 01522 873600 www.activenation.org.uk/yarborough-leisure-centre.aspx

Please call for details of opening times and activities.

North Kesteven

North Kesteven District Councilwww.n-kesteven.gov.uk/visitors/leisureCheck on-line for events and activities through the summer break plus available leisure

facilities.

..Did You Know?

British Summer Time2007 marked 100 years since British SummerTime was first proposed by William Willett. Changing the clocks for summer time

is now an annual ritual in Britain and countries around the world.

Bassingham Village Show 9th

August 2pm - 5pmTraditional village show, with car boot, band, displays, childrens games and events and

more. Parking available.

Cogglesford Mill

East RoadSleaford

NG34 7EQ

t. 01529 309409

e. [email protected] www.cogglesfordmillsleaford.co.uk

Situated on the banks of the River Slea, this fully restored working mill has a long and

fascinating history. Millers have produced flour on the site for over a thousand years.

Organic stone ground flour produced in the mill is sold in the mill shop.

Doddington Hall

DoddingtonLN6 4RU


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t. 01522 694 308

e. [email protected] www.doddingtonhall.com

Sculpture in the Garden Exhibition: Saturday 2nd

August to Thursday 7th

September

11am - 4pm

Month-long displaythe largest in the Midlands, with over 300 pieces by national and

international sculptors. See full exhibition for normal garden entry price (adult 6; 14 and

under 3; family 15). All work for sale.

Girls & Boys Football Skills SchoolBranston Astro Court and Pavilion

Moor Lane

Branston

Lincoln

LN4 1LE

t. Alan 0844 822 6397

e. [email protected] www.activesoccer.co.uk/areas/lincoln

Wednesday 30th

July & Wednesday 6th

August 5pm to 7pm

Active Soccer provide fun, healthy and inclusive coaching to girls and boys age 3-11 years.

All coaches are CRB checked, FA and First aid qualified.

Wednesday Evenings - Branston Astro Court

5pm - 6pm for 3-6 year olds

6pm -7pm for 7-11 year olds

Only 2.50 per session

Heckington ShowHall Grounds

Eastgate

Heckington, Sleaford

NG34 9JF

t. 01529 461823

e. [email protected] www.heckingtonshow.org.uk

Heckington Show: Saturday 26th

& Sunday 27th

July

9.30am - 6pm (firework concert from 7pm)

Largest village show in England. True family day out, with animals, entertainment, activities

for children, and more. Adults 8, children 3.

Hirebiket.01522 370 143 www.hirebikelincoln.co.uk

Take your children on a bike ride this summer holiday!

If your children want to go on a bike ride, but you don't have a bikerent one of our orange

hirebikesand get cycling!

More than 800 people have signed up to Lincoln's bike hire schemehirebikewhich is a

short-term rental scheme for residents and visitors in Lincoln.

40 bikes available to hire from locations across the city including:

Newark Road (opposite ASDA)

Station Road


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Hykeham Train Station

Birchwood Avenue (opposite Birchwood Centre)

Kingsley Road

Brayford Pool

Lincoln Train Station

Moorland Avenue (The Junction)

Bikes can be hired throughout the day. They are free for the first 30 minutes of every rental

and then 1 per hour. The price is capped at 4.00 for the whole day.

You can hire a bike in three easy steps:

1. RegisterOnline at www.hirebikelincoln.co.ukor call 01522 370 143. Membership is

free, but you will be asked to purchase 5.00 worth of credit before you can hire your

first bike. Funds will be deducted as and when you use the bikes.

2. UnlockReceive a membership number and PINinput this at the hirebike station,

choose a bike and use the keypad to unlock.

3. HireGet on your bike and off you go! You can return your bike to any of the stations

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