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Welcome to the January issue

Welcome to the first issue of 2020! A new year is an opportunity to reflect on the passing year as well as being full of anticipation and excitement for what is to come. In our household 2019 has been an exciting one as our son started school in September and already it has been amazing to see him grow and learn new skills but I do feel we have lost a part of him. We certainly make the most of weekends and school holidays now.

We are definitely a family that likes to pull on their wellies and get out and about whatever the weather. We have a few trips planned for 2020 but will be exploring UK soil for this year with a couple of camping trips in the diary, I am still working on my husband to agree a break at Center Parcs!

Back to the issue and we are trying to inspire you with ideas to either move or improve your home, a focus on our town centre, Tim test drives Renault’s all new Grand Scenic and we look at owning a pet.

If you can are struggling to make one new years’ resolution and want to help the area you live please try to think about where you spend your money; be it for fruit and veg, bread, meat, a new fence, repairs to your house or buying clothes or cosmetics. If we all made a conscious effort to support our independent shops and traders we can dramatically change the local economy, investment in the high street and improve the area we live.

All that’s left for me to say is enjoy the issue and once again wish you a happy new year!

Hayley

Contents 4

News

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Citizens Advice

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Mini Police

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10 School News 13

Library News

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Family Life

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Focus on Funerals

18 Food & Drink 24 Home & Property

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27 Motoring

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28 Handy Contacts

Your Local Community

The Team

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News

WE NEED YOUR NEWS! If you have news to share with the residents of South Holland then please send details to editor@simplyboston.co.uk

Soundlincs Shortlisted For Prestigious National Award soundLINCS, the Lincolnshire community music charity, has beaten off intense UK competition and has been shortlisted for a major national award that recognises the ground breaking work that the charity has done in the area of Special Educational Needs and Disability.

The National Music & Drama Education Awards is an annual event which celebrates the best examples of innovation and exemplary work and contribution made by professionals, companies, charities, schools and other organisations to the lives of others through the medium of these two key performing arts. Considered by some to be the industry equivalent of the Oscars, to be a finalist is a huge achievement for the Company.

Speaking on behalf of the awards organisers, Valerie Amegatcher of the Mark Allen Group said: “This is a tremendous achievement against extremely tough competition. This year we received an astounding number of entries, so being shortlisted is an incredible feat.” soundLINCS has been recognised as a finalist in the OUTSTANDING MUSIC EDUCATION RESOURCE category for its Good Vibrations toolkit. The Good Vibrations toolkit promotes an understanding of how people who are

deaf and hearing impaired can experience music. People who are endeavouring to deliver musically inclusive activities can practically use this toolkit to find information, activities, advice and resources to support their music delivery.

The Good Vibrations toolkit is designed to be a colourful and dynamic booklet offering short, quick tips and advice for adults who need a time-effective information source when delivering music with deaf and hearing impaired children and young people.

Dame Evelyn Glennie, the world’s premiere solo percussionist, composer and speaker, profoundly deaf since the age of 12 remarks: “This is such an excellent toolkit, hugely helpful, and will be a great resource”.

Dr Paul Whittaker OBE, founder of Music and the Deaf comments: “Congratulations to soundLINCS on creating Good Vibrations. As a deaf musician with over 30 years’ experience of teaching and promoting the topic, I know there is a need for a guide explaining why music is important for deaf people, and that helps you find out more.

Nikki-Kate Heyes MBE, soundLINCS CEO explains: “We are absolutely thrilled to be nominated for this fantastic award. It is a recognition of the

tremendous efforts that have gone into creating this resource and a strong validation of the importance of soundLINCS and community music contributing to a thriving sector in the Lincolnshire and the East Midlands.”

Copies of the toolkit can be downloaded at http://www.soundlincs.org/resources/ goodvibrationstoolkit/ The National Music & Drama Education Awards will be held in March 2020 in London.

Consultation regarding proposed removal of BT Payphones Boston Borough Council have received a consultation from BT in relation to proposals to remove 2 payphones in our area.

The proposed payphones to be removed are as follows; • Junction of Mount Bridge Windsor Bank, Boston (01205 362853) • Opposite Pincushion Inn, London Road, Boston (01205 363109) The Local Authority are required to carry out consultation with local groups and consider any

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representations received in relation to the removal of the payphones.

A first notification will then be prepared, setting out whether the Local Authority agrees or objects to the proposals and a further consultation will be carried out to this notification prior to a final notification being issued before the close of the consultation on 1st March 2020.

Any comments you wish to make on the above consultation must be received in writing by 17th January

2020. You can make comment by email to planning@boston.gov. uk or send them to the postal address marked for the attention of Development Management.

This consultation process gives your local communities the opportunity to adopt a traditional red ‘heritage’ phone box and make them an asset that local people can enjoy. It’s really simple to do and it costs just £1 – http://bt.com/adopt.

If this is something the community

is interested in, please include as a response to the consultation and the council will pass details on to BT on your behalf.

Please be aware that Boston Borough Council are not the determining authority in relation to the removal of payphones by BT, we are being consulted on the proposals.

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact the Development Management Team on 01205 314305.

Purple bin trial smashes target

Residents taking part in the paper and card trial have achieved a 98.5% content quality target exceeding the set target.

The trial, which began in September, for 3229 properties, is part of a countywide scheme collecting paper and card separately to improve recycling efficiency.

Success of the scheme is largely down to residents correctly separating their paper and card. This success shows their ability and willingness to recycle.

However, this has also highlighted the level of improvement necessary for our blue bin recycling borough-wide, following the Lincolnshire Waste Partnership decision to create new easy to follow flyers and stickers.

Tougher guidelines for mixed recycling in the trial area are already seeing improvements with a 20% increase in bins collected this month compared to last month.

Help us keep everyone safe this festive season Boston Borough Council is supporting Counter Terrorism Police’s campaign to help keep crowded places safe over the festive period.

Officers are calling on the public and those who work in our busy towns and cities to remain vigilant and report any concerns to staff, security or – in confidence – to the police at gov.uk/ACT This annual campaign asks everyone to be the extra eyes and ears of the police, so we can work together to tackle terrorism.

Senior National Coordinator for Protective Security, Deputy Assistant Commissioner Lucy D’Orsi, says: “We are asking everyone out and about enjoying the season to put security at the top of their festive list.

“The chances of any one person being caught up in a terrorist incident are low. But sadly, as we saw in 2017 and more recently,

attacks can be carried out anywhere and anytime.

“The national threat level remains Substantial, meaning an attack is likely, so we need to remain vigilant.

“Our message is not to worry that you might be wasting our time. If you see something that

doesn’t look right – ACT. Report it either to local security or staff – or to police at http://bit.ly/ ACTMids – and let us check it out.

“A few minutes of your time could be a precious gift that helps saves lives. Please be a good CT citizen this festive period.” www.simplyboston.co.uk | SIMPLY BOSTON | 5

Advice The Christmas shopping season is well underway, here are a few handy tips on deliveries, returning goods and getting a refund.

If something you ordered hasn’t arrived

it.

bought in a shop, first check their own policy on returns.

If you bought something from a business to be delivered,

Even though they don’t have to do it by law, lots of shops

You could also phone - but make sure you make a note of

it’s the seller’s responsibility to make sure the item is

will say you can return items within 14 or sometimes even

who you speak to and what was agreed. It’s a good idea to

delivered to you.

30 days, as long they’re not used.

follow up with a letter or email.

The shop’s returns policy might be written on your

Sellers must give you certain information when you

to find out what’s happened to your order - it’s not your

receipt, or you could check their website or call your local

buy something without seeing it in person. This includes

responsibility.

branch to ask. Bear in mind that shops often reduce the

their business address and phone number, and details of

amount of time you have to return items bought in a sale,

your right to cancel. If you didn’t get this in writing (they’re

although you’ll still always be protected if something is

allowed to send it by email) then your cooling off period is

faulty.

increased even further, to a year and 14 days.

If the seller used a courier, they should chase the courier

Check the delivery address you gave the seller. Then contact them and ask where your order is.

If the seller claims they’ve delivered it or don’t know where it is, you can ask for a redelivery. You might be able to get a refund in some circumstances.

You’ll stand a better chance if you take your receipt with you and return the item in its original packaging. It’s up to them what they offer you - you’ll need to decide whether to

If you still want your order Under the Consumer Rights Act, you can ask the seller to deliver the item again if the item wasn’t delivered either: • by an agreed date • within a reasonable time - usually within 30 days

You can cancel and ask for your money back if you don’t get the item either: • within 30 days of buying it

Most sellers give instructions on how to return items, and often include returns labels with your order. You

accept it or not.

If you bought the item online, over the phone or by mail

usually have 14 days to return the item after telling the seller - check your terms and conditions for how long you

order You automatically get a 14-day ‘cooling-off period’ when you buy something you haven’t seen in person - unless it’s

have.

You may have to pay the cost of posting something back to the seller. The seller should have told you who has to pay

bespoke or made to measure.

If you want to cancel your order

How to return the item

The cooling-off period starts the day after you receive

for this when you bought the item. For example, it could

your order, and there doesn’t need to be anything wrong

have been in the terms and conditions. If they didn’t tell

with the item for you to get a refund.

you, they will have to refund your postage costs.

You don’t have to return the item in its original

You won’t get a cooling-off period when you buy:

• on the date you agreed with the seller - if it was essential

• something that deteriorates quickly - like flowers or food

packaging, but you do need to make sure it’s packaged in

to receive it by then (for example, for an event)

• an item that was personalised or custom-made for you

a way that means it doesn’t get damaged. Sellers can ask

• on the date of the second chance delivery you agreed

• anything from a private individual rather than a business

you to pay if something gets damaged because it wasn’t

with the seller

• a CD, DVD or software, if you break the seal on the

packaged properly. The seller can also ask you to pay (or

wrapping

reduce your refund) if you’ve reduced the value of the item,

Changing your mind about something you’ve bought You don’t have an automatic right to get your money

If you paid for standard delivery when you bought

eg if you wore shoes outside and scuffed the soles - but

something, the seller has to refund this if you return it. If

they can only do this if it’s in the terms and conditions.

back if you just change your mind about something you’ve

you chose a more expensive delivery option, you’ll have to

bought and there’s nothing wrong with it.

pay the difference.

term’. You can tell the seller this and see if they’ll agree to

It’s the same no matter how expensive the item was - it’s really down to the seller whether they offer you anything.

There are certain steps you can take, depending on where you bought the item.

If you bought the item from a shop If you’ve changed your mind about something you

If your contract says you must use the original packaging, this is likely to be considered an ‘unfair contract

Use your cooling-off period

accept the return without the original packaging.

You need to tell the seller you don’t want the item within

It’s a good idea to get a certificate of posting from Royal

14 days of receiving it. Once you’ve told the seller, you’ve

Mail when you post the item - you can use this to prove to

got another 14 days to actually send the item back.

the seller that you posted the item.

The seller has to pay you the refund within 14 days from

You can use our template letter to let the seller know you’re cancelling. Keep a copy so you’ve got proof you sent

when they receive the item.

Citizens Advice Mid Lincolnshire gi ves people th e knowledge and confidence th ey need to find th eir way forward.

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It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

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2. Search for the shop or site you want and we’ll take you there, so you can shop as normal.

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Mini Police As I write this article, Christmas is rapidly approaching. Our Mini Police schools are finishing off tasks and delivering assemblies as well as carrying out community engagements. There have been some amazing tasks carried out over the past few months, with the new intakes of pupils joining the program in Year 5, and returning pupils carrying on their great work in Year 6.

Looking back, it is great to see some of the amazing work our program has delivered in local schools since September: Pupils from Sutterton Fourfields recently carried out

their Scam Awareness task, learning about different types of scams, how to spot the signs and what help is available. They then took this out into the community, with PC Neil Williams arranging for them to have a pop-up stand in the new Budgens/Starbucks retail outlet on the A16/17 roundabout.

Swineshead St Mary primary school have carried out their Anti-Bullying task, learning about why bullying happens and what can be done to stop it.

Fishtoft Academy Mini Police recently took part in a shoebox donation appeal, working with others in their school to donate

to a worthy cause.

PCSO Hannah Baker has been busy with CSI (Crime Scene Investigation) tasks at Hawthorn Tree Primary and Fishtoft Academy, showing the children about how the police use science to solve crime.

Crime Scene Investigation was also carried out by PCSO Baker at Butterwick Primary School, where the Mini Police learnt about fingerprints, DNA and other techniques used by the police to solve crime. They also produced an AMAZING video from the topic (check it out on our Twitter page).

PCSO Kym Rayment has been busy in Old Leake and Wrangle, with schools taking part in their Anti-Bullying tasks, learning how to identify and stop bullying.

PCSO Marie Williams has been busy, looking after not only her Mini Police schools, but also working with the East Lincolnshire Down’s Syndrome Family Support Group (find

them on Facebook) where she called in to talk to them about personal safety and to present them with certificates for completing our Mini-Marathon fun-run back in September.

Wyberton Mini Police have been out talking to parents about parking safely around school as part of National Road Safety week.

On top of this, many of our schools found time to create amazing designs for the annual Mini Police Christmas Card design competition, with the design chosen by Police and Crime Commissioner Marc Jones coming from Millie at Swineshead St Marys Primary School.

These are just a few of the great topics and tasks covered by our Mini Police program. We look forward to keeping you up-to-date about the great work all of our schools do across the area.

PC Tim Newell

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School News Please send details to editor@simplyspalding.co.uk

Boston College Boston College is celebrating after being ranked joint 5th out of over 180 Further Education colleges across the whole country.

The result comes from the NICDEX 2019 national league table, which is compiled annually using official performance measures from the Department for Education (DFE). Points are awarded against four quality of provision measures; Learner Satisfaction, Employer Satisfaction, 16-18 year olds Positive Progression, Adults into Employment Progression.

Overall the College scored an impressive 31 out of a possible 40 points, with exceptionally high scores in Employer Satisfaction (10/10) and Learner Satisfaction (9/10).

This evidences the commitment and skill of the College’s staff team in ensuring a high quality learner experience which links closely to industry and employer requirements.

Speaking of the results, Vicki Locke, Vice Principal – Curriculum and Quality said, “This is a fantastic achievement for the College. Results like this only come from a team effort and being closely focused on what matters most to learners.

We have a clear and simple vision which is ‘to be a brilliant college and for every learner to be brilliant’. Ensuring our learners have the knowledge, skills, and behaviours to successfully progress into higher education or to employment is pivotal to our vision. We are very proud to receive this recognition in this year’s national league tables.”

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January Events at Boston Library Messy Mornings Weekly on Mondays 10.30am -11.00am We can’t wait to create some messy, sticky crafts. For under 5s and their families. No need to book, just drop in.

Rhyme Time Weekly on Tuesdays 10.00am-11.00am Sing and sway with your baby or toddler at our fun group. Why not stay for a cuppa afterwards and meet some of the other parents? No need to book, just drop in.

Story Time Weekly on Fridays 10.00am-12.00pm Drop in for a story and fun crafts between 10.00am and 12.00pm. No need to book.

v Boston Library opening hours Mondays - 9am to 5pm Tuesdays - 9am to 5pm Wednesday - 9am to 5pm Thursdays - 9am to 6pm Fridays - 9am to 5pm Saturdays - 9am to 4pm ä Telephone 01522 782010 (charged at local rate) or log on to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/libraries.

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Family Life

What kind of pet is best for my home?

The perfect pet for you can be dependent on the type of home that you live in. Flats and houses, as well as those that have (or do not have) a garden can have a surprising impact on which pets are right for you. To help you figure out which animal is best suited to your home, we have put together this helpful guide – giving you a better idea of your options.

House If you live in a house, then you will often have a little more space than a flat. This means that you can have a slightly wider variety of pets living with you in your home.

Of course, if you do not have a garden, then it may not be suitable for most breeds of dog – especially those with high energy levels.

Here is a list of pets that are suited to your home: • Rabbits (indoor) • Cats (indoor or outdoor) • Dogs with low energy levels • Caged rodents, such as rats and hamsters • Small birds • Large birds • Fish • Turtles

Flat If you live in a flat, then you often do not have a great deal of space for your pets to run around. As a result, large dogs and those with high energy levels are often not suited to this kind of accommodation.

Here is a list of pets that are most suited to your home: • Rabbits (indoor) • Cats (indoor) • Small dogs with low energy levels • Caged rodents, such as rats and hamsters • Small birds • Fish • Turtles House with garden If you have a house with a garden, there are a wider range of pets available to you. Of course, your garden should be a secure one before you get any pets – especially those that you do not want to escape.

Here is a list of pets that would be suited to your home: • Rabbits (indoor or outdoor) • Guinea Pigs

• Ferrets • Cats (indoor or outdoor) • Dogs • Caged rodents, such as rats and hamsters • Small birds • Large birds • Fish • Turtles House with land and facilities Some houses have land and additional facilities like stables and equestrian areas. For these homes, your options are even broader, and you can enjoy the opportunity to have just about any pet you like living comfortably in your home. Here is a list of pets that you can benefit from: • Rabbits (indoor or outdoor) • Guinea Pigs • Ferrets • Cats (indoor or outdoor) • Dogs • Horses • Donkeys • Caged rodents, such as rats and hamsters • Small birds • Large birds • Fish • Turtles

Did you Know?

1. Most hamsters are actually crepuscular, which means that they’re not nocturnal, they prefer twilight hours.

2. Tarantulas can regenerate lost legs when they go through a molt.

3. Male puppies will often let female puppies win when playing.

4. No two dog noses are the same. They are the equivalent to our fingerprints.

5. It takes about 60 bones to make the shell of a turtle

Latest findings from PDSA showed that: • 50% of UK adults own a pet.

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If you could spark their creativity, imagine what they could give you!

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Book online at lincolnshire.gov.uk/fosterevening or call 01522 554114 for more information.

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Circa 1700

Open 7 days a week Serving locally sourced freshly prepared homemade food.

Tel: 01205 461006

Pools Lane, Sutterton PE20 2EZ

Tel: 01205 624684 . Mob: 07717 416728

Reliance Plumbing Established 1995

Based in Boston covering all of Lincolnshire Bathroom Installs All aspects of Tiling

Our Services

S Bathrooms full Installation or Replacement S Wall and floor tiling S Hot water cylinders S Water Softener Installation S Dish washer/washing machine installation S Replacement showers / cartridges S Ball valve replacement S Blocked drains Professional and reliable service, close customer S All other plumbing works liaison and a high standard of workmanship.

S No job too small www.relianceplumbing.co.uk

ICENI

Tiling & Bathrooms

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that Slimming World Slim feeling!

UT- G U T T E R CLEANSE Call Dave on 01529 410380 or 07877 362941 davemdiver @yahoo.co.uk

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Swineshead Village Hall 6:00pm Abi Carter: 07538 819472 St Thomas Church Hall Boston 5.30pm & 7:30pm Gary Beck-Sykes 07789 986722 Unitarian Meeting Room 5.30pm Sarah Brown: 07917 151488

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Full public liability insurance SATURDAY

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Hunts Coaches specialise in coach hire, day trips, holidays including cruises, theatre/concert trips and local bus services

Looking for a local business or service?

2ND - 6TH MARCH 2020 MORECAMBE WINTER WARMER

The Auckland Hotel ** Morecambe. Includes 4 nights Half Board accommodation, entertainment and excursions e.g. Hayes Garden World, Affinity Outlet Lancashire and Kendal From £309pp

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The Cliff Hotel and Spa *** overlooks Cardigan Bay, Pembrokeshire. Includes 4 nights Half Board accommodation and excursions e.g Tenby, Cardigan and Aberystwyth From £389pp

Door to Door pick ups from a large Lincolnshire catchment area for holidays 2+ nights. Low deposit of £40pp to secure your place. For full information and to book www.hunts-coaches.co.uk or call 01507 463000

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YOUR LOCAL DIRECTORY OF LOCAL BUSINESSES Always serving real ales and great food YOUR LOCAL WEBSITE CELEBRATING THE LOCAL AREA

No job too small orUnitarian tooMeeting big

TUESDAY Mayfields Broadfields Lane Boston 5pm & 7pm Sarah Lote: 07814 233968

WEDNESDAY Conservative Club Boston 9.00am & 11.00am Sarah Lote: 07814 233968

THURSDAY Boston West Academy 5.30pm & 7.30pm Gary Lakofski: 07540 460378 Holy Trinity Church Spilsby Road 7.00pm Alison Ward: 07462 562015

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Room 8:30am & 10.30am Sarah Brown: 07917 151488

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• Home cooked food • Sunday lunch 14/08/2017 • Breakfast served from 9.30am • Garden area • Sky & BT TV available across multi screens • Families welcome Swineshead Road, Wyberton Fen, Boston, Lincolnshire PE21 7JE

Telephone: 01205 361323

Opening Hours Food served all day Monday – Friday. Saturday 9.30 till 9.00pm & Sundays 12.00 till 8.00pm

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Funerals • Funerals • Funerals • Funerals • Funerals • Funerals • Funerals • Funerals • Funerals • Funerals

The most popular funeral songs for a perfect send off

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If you’re facing the prospect of having to choice the music for a funeral? It’s a bit like Desert Island Discs, choosing the funeral songs that mean something to you or finding the best tunes for a loved ones’ farewell can be challenging too.

Where once it was Debussy’s Clair de Lune that sent the funeral congregation reaching for their handkerchiefs, today it’s more likely to be modern funeral songs like Robbie Williams’ ‘Angels’, or Led Zeppelin’s ‘Stairway to Heaven’.

These changes reflect how more people are opting for a funeral as a celebration of life over a traditional service.

To give you some inspiration, here’s a selection of popular funeral songs as well as some more unusual choices.

Poignant and uplifting funeral songs As you’d expect, sad songs feature highly in most top 10 funeral song lists.

It’s not hard to see why these poignant and uplifting qualities are popular choices:

Sad funeral songs tlife • I’ll See You Again Wes Cassidy • Over the Rainbow - Eva gs - Bette • Wind Beneath My Win Midler You • Nothing Compares to Sinead O’Connor Pink • Wish You Were Here – Floyd

Happy funeral songs

• Always Look on the Bright Sid e of Life – Monty Py thon’s Life of Br ian • Bring Me Su nshine – More cambe and Wise • Don’t Worry.

Be Happy – Bo bby McFerrin • What a Wond erful World – Louis Ar mstro ng • You Are the Su nshine of My Life – Stevie Wo nder

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A Tradition of Dignity and Total Care Should you have any questions about funerals or would like to have an informal chat about your own funeral wishes,

PLEASE CONTACT US ON (01205) 311300 HOME VISITS AVAILABLE We offer Golden Charter Funeral Plans as part of our service please call to request a brochure without obligation.

BOSTON CREMATORIUM Boston Crematorium has served the communities of Lincolnshire since 1966, providing a first-class service to the bereaved in beautiful natural surroundings. Located close to the town centre within Boston Cemetery, a much admired Local Wildlife Site, we pride ourselves on being able to provide both traditional funeral services combined with more modern facilities such as live webcasts, multimedia services in our comfortable air conditioned chapel.

Our dedicated and caring staff treat every family with dignity and respect and are here to advise and guide you through the difficult time of bereavement whatever your particular needs.

The peaceful gardens of remembrance, which can be visited 365 days a year, offer a variety of personalised memorials to choose from including inscribed plaques, granite vaults and the Book of Remembrance.

Boston Crematorium, Marian Road, Boston, Lincolnshire PE21 9HA Telephone 01205 364612 – Office open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

crematorium@boston.gov.uk

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Lets

Eat

Laura James is a local resident with a passion for food. Laura likes to use good quality ingredients to make wholesome food. Working in the food industry for over 12 years Laura thinks of food day and night and is always thinking of the next creation.

Leftover Fruit & Nut

Flapjacks

20 mins prep overnight chilling

Makes: 18

Ingredients • • • •

320g butter 240g golden syrup 250g light brown sugar 575g oats

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600g dried fruit and nuts of your choice (chopped roughly)

Method 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

Line a 25cm square tin with greaseproof paper Melt the butter, golden syrup and sugar in a saucepan on a gentle heat until completely liquid and combined thoroughly In a larger than necessary bowl, combine the dry ingredients Tip the combined mixture into the lined tin, ensuring to press into the corners and compress thoroughly all over Chill in the fridge overnight Cut into 18 bars (6x3)

Top Tip

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Leftover Skinny Turkey & Ham Filo Pie Ingredients • • • • • • • •

2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 white onion, diced 1 leek, sliced in half moons 2 garlic cloves, crushed 250g chestnut mushrooms, quartered 100ml white wine 2 Knorr rich chicken stock pots (made up with 500ml of water) Salt

• • • • • •

Pepper 300g half fat crème fraiche 200g leftover cooked shredded ham 400g leftover cooked shredded turkey 2 tbsp plain flour 220g pack ready rolled filo pastry

45 mins prep 30 mins cooking

Serves: 4-6

Method 1. Pre-heat the oven to 200oc/ 180oc fan / gas 6 2. Heat 1 tbsp of the vegetable oil in a large saucepan on a high heat for a minute 3. Add the onion, leek, garlic and mushrooms sweat off for 10 minutes (add a small amount of water to the pan if the vegetables are catching) 4. Add the white wine, turn the heat to medium, allow to cook off for 5 minutes 5. Add the diluted chicken stock and dilute to about half of the original volume 6. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for approx.. 10 mins 7. Add the crème fraiche, stir thoroughly and season to taste 8. Toss the shredded turkey and ham in the plain flour 9. Combine the floured meat with the stock mixture and spoon into a dish of your choice 10. To top with the filo pastry, initially cut the pastry in quarters 11. 1 piece at a time, brush the pastry with the remaining oil, scrunch and place on top of the base of the pie 12. Repeat this until the whole pie is covered in scrunched filo pastry 13. Brush with any remaining oil 14. Cook in the centre of the oven for 30 minutes

Top Tips

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Pollywiggle

Cottage Where Memories are Made

Pollywiggle Cottage is a charming 3 bedroom Victorian cottage in the popular coastal village of Heacham available for short breaks and holidays.

• Beach Nearby • Open Fire • 3 Bedrooms • Sleeps up to 6 • Golf Nearby • Family Friendly

• Pets welcome • Private, enclosed garden • BBQ • Free Wifi • Off Road Parking • Tripadvisor rated Excellent

Prices start from just £375 for a week and £282 for a short break. To book or check availability please email info@heachamcottage.co.uk or you can find us online.

Reserve your dates with just £100 deposit

01406 373718 07736 447580

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BusinessFocus

Pollywiggle Cottage Pollywiggle Cottage is a charming 3 bedroom Victorian cottage in the popular coastal village of Heacham available for short breaks and holidays. Just over an hour’s drive away it really is the gateway to the beautiful North Norfolk coast.

T

he cosy cottage built in 1882 sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms (king, double & bunk) plus we have a cot for a baby. We welcome well behaved dogs and have tried to supply everything you will need for babies and pets - travel cot, high chair, baby monitor, dog crate, dog bowls etc.

On sunny days the south facing enclosed garden is a great place to relax with table and chairs as well as a BBQ. Or on those winter nights you can warm up in front of the open fire. There is also complementary wifi & parking to the rear of the property.

All prices include a full clean before and after your visit as well as linen and towels - you will just need your bikini and beach towels!

The Local Area Heacham became popular as a seaside resort with the Victorians due to the opening of the railway between King’s Lynn and Hunstanton in the early 1860s.

North Beach has an amusement arcade, a cafe and a fish bar. There are also beach huts available for hire.

Both beaches have public toilet facilities. South Beach has its own cafe, which serves meals throughout the year and sells beach goods. It’s a 20-30 minute stroll along the promenade into Hunstanton where you will find an array of restaurants, amusements, fair rides, SeaLife Centre, swimming pool and much more.

The beaches at Heacham are situated on the east banks of The Wash; this means it is one of the few beaches in eastern

England where the sun sets over the sea instead of over the land.

Many say Heacham village is the largest village in the UK and has all the facilities you would need on your doorstep – Tesco Local, McColls, Indian restaurant, Fish and Chip shop, cycle hire, 3 pubs and the Coasthopper bus route stops just 30 seconds from the front door if you do not wish to travel by car to see all the sights of the coast.

Pollywiggle Cottage is always well reviewed and every tripadvisor rating is either 4 or 5 stars! Here’s what our guests say: “Stayed for 4 nights in April with 13 month old daughter and our dog. Perfect little cottage in a handy location.

Well equipped for babies, with high chair, travel cot, video monitor, black out blind and even toys! Shops, bakery, butchers, Indian/Chinese/ chippy takeaways all in walking distance as is the beach. Handy to have its own parking (all be it a bit tight for two cars). Nice safe enclosed garden for the dog and dog bowls & blankets provided. We even got amazing weather! Thank you.”

“We have just returned from another wonderful weekend at the beautiful Pollywiggle cottage. We found the owners really have thought of everything you may need to make the stay feel like home from home. If your traveling with children they have all the essentials and more! There’s a toy box in the children’s room which kept our 3 entertained for hours. A baby monitor, stair gates, blackout blind, bed

rail.. you name it, it’s there!

They even have the fur babies covered too with dog bowls, crates and balls!

The cottage is very clean and tastefully decorated. We loved having the open fire roaring away on a cold winter evening!

It really is the perfect place to warm up and relax with a glass of wine after a chilly afternoon walking on the beach.

There are a few pubs and restaurants within easy walking distance. We can highly recommend the Spice garden for an evening meal and the Bushel and Strike for a pint. The Bushel is very dog friendly and has a children’s playground.

We would highly recommend a stay here and hope to return in the summer.”

“Second stay at the property.

It’s just so cosy and lovely.

Great location and the owner is very friendly and helpful.

Perfect for a break away with your dogs. Quiet comfortable and clean :-) planning to go back next year too. Love it Thanks for the goody bags too much appreciated and really made it extra special!”

“Lovely cottage with all the cosy extras (log fire/ blankets/ lighting ) with modern touches.

Very clean and well-kept and with a parking space at the rear, with plenty more road parking close by. It is within walking distance of a number of pubs and beaches. Sleep 2 x Doubles and Bunk (3 Bedrooms) Welcoming for all ages and 2 fur babies.. (dogs). I will be returning again in the new year. Nice to find a clean wellpresented accommodation that makes you feel like it is “home from home”.

Prices start from just £375 for a week and £282 for a short break. If you would like to book or check availability please email info@heachamcottage.co.uk, call 01406 373718/07736 447580 or you can find us online: www.holidaylettings.co.uk/ rentals/heacham/7147503 | facebook: pollywigglecottageheacham | www.heachamcottage.co.uk www.simplyboston.co.uk | SIMPLY BOSTON | 21

BostonFocus • BostonFocus • BostonFocus

Boston a Town wi th History Boston is one of several historic towns identified by Historic England as meriting particular attention, to encourage people to appreciate and cherish their extraordinary heritage. We are all lucky enough to live here but sometimes you miss what is on your doorstep.

In medieval times, Boston was the most important port in England outside London, with connections throughout northern Europe. The network of alleys leading off the vast Market Place was established over 600 years ago, and many timber-framed structures lurk behind 18th and 19th-century façades.

The Guildhall (now a museum), built in around 1390, is one of the earliest brick buildings in Lincolnshire. It still has the cells where two Pilgrim Fathers are thought to have been held when they first tried, unsuccessfully, to escape religious persecution by leaving for America.

Boston’s prosperity is reflected in its buildings, for

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example the splendid Fydell House in South Square and other grand Georgian houses in the High Street and Wide Bargate.

Many buildings are thought to resemble those of the Netherlands.

Indeed, in 1942 – when filming could not be carried out in Nazi-occupied Europe – the town stood in for the Netherlands in Powell & Pressburger’s film ‘One of Aircraft is Missing’.

The banks of the river Witham (which is called the Haven as it passes through Boston) show off Boston’s maritime past, including the Custom House (1725) and old warehouses, now mostly converted to apartments.

In the early 19th century, Boston became an important industrial centre.

Reminders of this are the Maud Foster windmill, which still produces flour, and a factory with a façade dominated by a giant swan. Why the swan? Because the factory processed feathers, once a major local industry.

As Boston expanded, well-to-do citizens moved from the centre to handsome villas, especially along Spilsby Road to the north east and along the banks of the Witham. New churches were built, such as the beautiful Arts & Crafts influenced St Thomas’s and the almost baroque Centenary Methodist Chapel.

You can find out more about Boston’s colourful history online at www.historicengland.org.uk

Volkswagen & Scooter Specialists VWT4 & T5 Service & Repairs Free Local Pick Up & Delivery Other makes catered for

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H. Dawson & Sons Your local high class family butchers proudly supplying home killed, locally sourced meat from our own premises since 1971 to the local people and businesses of Boston.

We now offer local delivery.

• Red tractor assured meats from local livestock • Weekly freezer pack deals • Restaurant and wholesale welcome • Free home delivery service • Abattoir services available

For Further Details of Delivery, Special Offers or Wholesale prices call us on:

01205 362332 31 Market Place, Boston PE21 6EH

H Dawson and Sons

Reliance Plumbing We are a plumbing company based in Boston and now have over 20 years experience. We offer a professional and reliable service with close customer liaison and a high standard of workmanship.

Our services: • Bathrooms Full Installation or Replacement • Wall and floor tiling • Hot water cylinders • Water Softener Installation • Dish washer / washing machine installation • Replacement showers / cartridges • Ball valve replacement • Blocked drains • All other plumbing works No job too small! ​Call us now on 01205 352875 ​for a price estimation.

Testimonials Project to replace old bathroom and second toilet was carried out in a very professional manner. The quality and standard of work from quotation to finish was first class. The advice given ensured that the bathroom space was fully utilised.

He ensured that the working area was clean and tidy on a daily basis which was fully appreciated by us.

Fantastic Job done on our bathroom, very pleasent and polite. Have recommened you to all our friends and family.

Reliance Plumbing Established 1995

Based in Boston covering all of Lincolnshire

Our Services

 Bathrooms full Installation or Replacement  Wall and floor tiling  Hot water cylinders  Water Softener Installation  Dish washer/washing machine installation  Replacement showers / cartridges  Ball valve replacement  Blocked drains  All other plumbing works  No job too small

H Dawson and Sons is your local high class Family Butchers that is now in its 3rd Generation as a Family run Business, since it was set up by Herbert Dawson in 1971 after he had taken over the business he worked for from Stan Swift.

Although time has passed this Family Business still adheres to the old and trusted values instilled in it by Herbert all that

time ago.

Dawsons still owns and operates its Abattoir located at the rear of the shop premises.

All Livestock is locally sourced within a 20 mile radius of Boston providing Red Tractor assured meat to the people of Boston.

H Dawson and Sons still works to the emphasis of Quality and Taste throughout all its products.

Professional and reliable service, close customer liaison and a high standard of workmanship

www.relianceplumbing.co.uk Relianceplumb@gmail.com Tel 01205 352875 Mob 07957 143099

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Home & Property

Move or Improve?

Is it better to renovate and improve your current home, or move to a new place? If you’re one of the thousands of homeowners puzzling over that question, you’ll know there’s rarely an easy answer. Here are five key factors to consider.

1. Plan and budget Enjoy coming home to a tidy house every day by making use of shelves, hooks and storage boxes in your hallway. Dedicate a box and hook to each member of your family and keep everyone’s outdoor essentials looking spick and span.

Using a combination of storage solutions will work wonders for keeping your entrance way clutterfree.

If you’re leaning towards renovating...

Planning is particularly important if you’re renovating, because the cost of renovating can vary dramatically.

You need to keep track of your spending.

Make a list of what you need to do to your property, and be strict with yourself when you make it. Focus on what you really need to do, and try to leave off those things you can live without.

Once your list is made, try to stick to it as closely as you can. It can be tempting to throw in loads of extra improvements once the work gets started, but this can massively increase the overall cost of the renovation.

Think about the future too. Do you have plans to sell your home later? If so, do your research, and check that the renovations you’re making will actually add value.

2. Think about your location So you’ve made your renovate vs move list, and there’s a clear winner in terms of costs. But there are other things to think about too - not least the location of your current property.

Your current home might be in the perfect location. You might be near family, or have strong ties to the local community. Or maybe it’s just really convenient, with public transport,

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good schools and the nearest doctor’s on your doorstep.

A great location is a rare thing.

If you can’t find a new house in a similarly great place, it might be better to renovate than move, even if it is a bit more expensive.

On the other hand, you might not like where you live, or it might not be suitable for you in the future. If you’re thinking of having children, for example, you might need to be closer to schools and public transport. Even if renovating is cheaper, it might be wise to move to get to a better location.

Create a clean look in your bathroom Breathe new life into your bathroom with a chic set of storage units. Hide bottles and brushes away in the drawers and use the display units to put your mirror, favourite plant or prized products at centre stage.

Embrace the Scandi trend and plump for crisp white cabinets.

This timeless shade is easy to pair with any bathroom colour scheme, whether your walls are sophisticated dove grey or traditional blue.

3. Think about emotional attachments And then there are the intangible things. The things you can’t put a number on. Money’s important, and getting the right location is great, but don’t ignore how you feel.

You might simply love your house, and can’t bear to leave it behind. If it makes you happy, it might be worth staying put and renovating, even if the house does have a few problems you can’t fix.

4. Consider if the property is suitable for renovating

Before you make your decision, you need to know whether your property is suitable for renovation.

Will you need planning permission? If so, will you be able to get it? Making structural changes, such as knocking down walls or adding doors, usually requires planning permission, but internal changes are generally okay. There are exceptions to this, though, so you’ll need to do your homework.

And if you want to extend your house, you’ll need to check the boundaries for the garden. There may be strict limits on how big your property can be.

Checking the structure of a house isn’t easy, so it might be worth getting in touch with a professional.

A property surveyor can help you avoid any costly mistakes.

5. Consider all the costs So you’ve made your budget and put together a meticulous plan, but be sure to take into account the less obvious costs of renovating or moving.

For example. if you’re leaning towards renovating...

• Storage: If you renovate, you might have to store some of your stuff

elsewhere while the work’s beng done • Pets: Dogs and cats might need somewhere else to go during the renovation, away from all the mess and work going on in your home • House surveys, to check that your house is suitable for renovating • Professional fees: depending on what you want to do with your house, you might need to hire surveyors, architects and other professionals And if you’re leaning towards moving...

• Arrangement fees • Valuation fees • Survey fees • Stamp duty • Conveyancing fee • Land registry fee • Moving fees You might not have to pay all of these fees, but just a few of them can add a lot of money to the overall cost of buying your new house.

So, should you renovate or move?

In the end, it all depends on what you find important. Weigh up the costs, consider what you’ll want in the future, and follow what really makes you happy.

Banish Moss This Winter Are you fed up with breaking your back trying to clean weeds from your drive, or picking up moss balls every morning that are dropping from your roof? The Mossman could be the answer to your problems.

We are different to other companies. We don’t use huge volumes of water, we don’t leave yours or your neighbours’ property in a mess and we use manufacturer’s guidelines to clean your blocks and tiles.

A lot of people have a go themselves with wire brushes and/ or domestic pressure washers.

Neither of these options kill the weeds or moss however, they simply remove the top greenery.

In the case of the weeds it leaves the roots intact ready for regrowth and in the case of the moss any spores left behind have a nice damp environment to thrive. Pressure washing can also remove the sand on which the blocks are laid, making

your blocks drop and causing untold damage to your driveway which, in turn, could lead to having it re-laid.

We kill the weeds and treat the moss and algae. We make sure the weeds have been killed at the root before brushing all the debris from between the block work. After all debris is removed we treat the surface to remove any algae left on the blocks. This will keep the surface of your blocks clean. We then re-treat the block paving every three months to help control the regrowth. As I’m sure you’re aware unless the blocks are maintained the weeds and moss will keep returning.

We clean your drive from only £99.00. then, going forward, we maintain it from only £36 every three months. It’s cheaper than getting your windows cleaned.

We also clean roofs. We do this in line with manufacturers recommendations and without jet washing water under your tiles.

Again, we don’t just remove the

moss but apply our biocide to kill any remaining spores, lichen and algae. As part of the process all gutters are cleaned out and minor repairs made. Ask about our special rates for bungalows.

Our services aren’t just for folks with lots of moss and weeds to deal with! If you’ve got a new roof or driveway or have recently had them cleaned, don’t let them get back to their old state again. Let us maintain

that fresh look so you don’t have to worry.

We are fully qualified and insured for your piece of mind.

If your roof or drive is green and you want it clean call the Moss Man for an eco- friendly gleam!

We cover Boston, Woodhall Spa and Spilsby areas.

Call 01754 761606 for a quote today or email adam@ themossman. co.uk

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we MAINTAIN it!!

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£99

ROOF CLEANING SERVICES

• No pressure washing, no broken tiles.

• We don’t upset your neighbours by spraying dirty water all over their property • Your neighbours will love our service as much as you will • If your roof is green and you want it clean, call the Moss Man for an eco-friendly gleam

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Boston, Woodhall, Spilsby and surrounding areas

Bathroom Design & installation En-suites Cloakrooms Wetrooms Walk-in showers Bathroom furniture Power showers Tiling Shower panelling

Office : 01205 360700 Mobile: 07841207919

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Fireplaces & Multifuel Services

Multifuel & woodburning stoves from just £299 Valor and Dimplex centre with fire surrounds

Summer Offers on all Stoves, Fires & Surrounds www.bostonheating.co.uk For the best deals, visit or call: Boston 01205 310 327 Boston Heating, Church Road, Boston PE21 0LG

Professional Painting & Decorating Service at competitive prices

Kev Gosling Painter & Decorator ALL ENQURIES WELCOME

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We design, install & maintain high quality emergency lighting

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We offer users a variety of options for gaining secure access to a building

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First D R I V E

Renault Grand Scenic Multi-purpose vehicles, once about as electrifying to look at as a soggy satsuma, are easier on the eye these days. You could even say they’re desirable, especially the current Renault Grand Scenic.

Inside the French-made machine, digital instruments replace the conventional speedo that the old model housed. There’s also a prominent infotainment unit in the middle of the dashboard. If you can operate an iPad – it’ll be like falling off a log for you to use this. It all looks agreeably upmarket.

But it’s not all about appearances. Behind the latest Grand Scenic’s stylish body and sporty 20-inch alloy wheels, you have a car that offers a practical transport solution for a family of seven.

You never have to worry about where to put stuff as there are loads of oddment bins to keep coins, cans of drink – and toys. Picnic tables in the rear fold-out – and feel sturdy enough to put up with kids leaning on them and eating their lunch on.

There are lots of trims to choose from, and I drove the Iconic, which comes with front and rear parking

sensors; DAB radio; cruise control and hill start assist.

On the road, the Grand Scenic is agile for a large motor, and visibility is excellent. The car stays relatively free from body roll and offers a firm ride, but not an uncomfortable one. The five-door Renault is planted at speed, and it feels secure. And so it should, having achieved the top five-star safety rating from crash test body, Euro NCAP. The petrol version is the one to go for if you can.

My test model had the 1330cc 140ps unit fitted.

It gives just enough punch to make the car a good, efficient commuter. Top speed is only 119mph, but in a country besieged by safety cameras, is a fast car even relevant anymore? Not really – what’s more significant is the 40.9mpg the Grand Scenic can achieve with this engine. On top of that, you’ve got lowish CO2 emissions of 139g/km, meaning road tax is relatively cheap.

As well as being transport for parents who haven’t given up on what their car looks like yet, the Grand Scenic offers a good seating set-up. In addition to the usual five chairs, two more can be raised from the cargo floor - making this a true seven-seater.

Furthermore, one-touch folding seats collapse easily to give a flat floor. Oh, and this Renault is one of the only cars in its class - if not the only one - where you can activate this feature from inside the load area. The Grand Scenic also offers 596 litres of boot space when the five seats are up. And you still have 233-litres of cargo capacity when all seven seats are in use.

Fast

FACTS

Renault Grand Scenic Iconic TCe 140 Pros ‘n’ Cons • • • •

Practical  Attractive  Efficient  Could be quicker 

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Max speed: 119 mph 0-62 mph: 10.3 seconds Combined mpg: 40.9 Engine layout: 1330cc 4-cylinder turbo petrol • Max. power (PS): 140 • CO2: 139 g/km

Price: £24,820

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What’s On v Monday

9.30am Teddies Tunes, Kirton Town Hall, Station Road, Kirton. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 9.30am, 10.30am, 4.15pm and 7.30pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, The Old School, St Marys Church,Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Yoga & Yoga Nidraat Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston.

Reserve your space, Call Jayne07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am - 11.00am, Tai Chi, St Thomas Church Hall, London Road, T: 07789 893853 W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Conservative Club, 16 Main Ridge Boston.

T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.15am Music Bugs, Blackfriars Theatre, Boston, T: 0844 5781015, E: sarah@musicbugs.co.uk, W: www.musicbugs.co.uk 1.30pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Kirton Town Hall Station Rd Kirton.T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:45pm-4:30pm Short Mat Bowls Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: S Maddy 01205 365250 2-4pm Monday and Tuesday, Art with Paul, classic, modern all styles welcome every to book call 01205 837172 2pm to 3pm Gentle Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 5.00pm - 9.00pm: Children and Teen Ballet Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 6.00pm – 6.45pm Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Children’s beginners class. 3 Merlin Terrace, Marsh Lane, Boston, PE21 7SB. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on mobile: 07710444662 or email: kuksoolwonboston@gmail.com 7.00pm - 7.45pm Ladies Belly Dance, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325.

W: www. ajdance.com 7.30pm Badminton, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: 01205 367167 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training and agility, Leverton. T: Nicki 01205 480869 7.30pm – 8.45pm - Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Adult class, Boston High School, Spilsby Road, Boston, PE21 9PF. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on 07710 444662 8.00pm - 8.45pm Zumba, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3 per session.

T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.45pm - 9.30pm BurleX Fitness AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3.50 per session. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com

v Tuesday

9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Danny Flear Community Centre, Frieston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 10.00am – 11.00am Tai Chi, Conservative Club, Main Ridge West, T:07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am – 12.00pm, Tuesday Club, for art, painting, cookery etc, Unitarian Church, Spayne Road, Boston, (near the Gliderdrome), T: 07857625792, E: rogers1emma@sky.com 10.00am – 4.00pm, Country Roads

List your club or group here from as little as £10 per month! Call 01775 640254 for more information

Quilters, Sibsey Village hall, T: 01205 750562 10.00am – 12.00pm Short Health Walk - Boston Stump (Cotton Chapel) T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.00am – 12.00pm Short Health Walk - Princess Royal Sports Arena, Great Fen Road.

Boston T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30- 12 noon Boston Parkinsons Café, third Tuesday of every month, St Barnabas day Hospice, Green Lane, Boston PE21 9ND. Contact 01205 366036 or 01205 760129 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 10.30 - 11.30 & 11.30 - 12.30 Tuesday & Thursday Twistercise 60’s & 70’s dance workout at Boston Body Hub Unit 2 20 Wide Bargate near the park entrance come and sing and dance yourself fit, to book call Debbie on 01205 837172.

12.30pm - 3.00pm and 7.00pm Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 2.00pm – 4.00pm Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 4.45pm - 7.45pm: Children and Teen Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www.ajdance.com 6pm to 7pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7.00pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt.

W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.30pm Salsa Class –£5, Conservative Club Boston, all levels catered for, T: Emma 01205 351680 7.45pm - 8.30pm: Adult Tap Dancing Class T: 01205 352104 W: www.ajdance. com

v Wednesday

Boot Camp Work Wednesday and Saturday out at Boston Body Hub. Call Debbie on 01205 837172 Market Day – Louth and Boston 9.30am - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Mum & Baby Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099. jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am -2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt. Boston, W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: 01205 280276 10.00am – 11.00am - Pilates, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 354509 or 07702 520684 10.00am-12.30pm - Crafts With a Cuppa - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10:30am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - Zion Methodist Church Brothertoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30am - Ladies Salsa Class - Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 Free Live Music with Pete Wray - Every other Wednesday, Drill Hall, Lincoln T: 01522 873834 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil

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Clubs, Groups & Classes and Pastel Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 11am-12 Wednesday and Sundays 10.30am-11.30am & 11.30am12.30am. Mandala mindful yoga in a relaxing and restful centre, reduce stress and relax. call 01205 837172 10am – 1pm Wood carving workshop Shodfriar’s Hall (above the Café).

1.30pm-3pm – Crafty Lot! – craft sessions for everyone. First 3 Wednesday each month, Boston body Hub. 07568387809 1.30pm -3pm – Boston Fibromyalgia Group – craft sessions, last Wednesday of every month, Boston Body Hub 07568387809 1.30pm -3.30pm Short Health Walk - The Evergeens, School Lane Butterwick: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 2-4pm Wednesday, Craft club, papier Mache, dough dolls, knitting and much more call 01205 837172 2.00pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk, Mayfields Broadfield Lane Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01025 354320 2.00pm – 4.00pm Blackfriars WI afternoon meeting. 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Len Medlock Centre Boston.

T: 01205 368549 5.00pm - 9.15 pm: Teen and Adult Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 7.00pm-9.00pm Boston Art Group, Centenary Church Hall.

7.00pm to 9.00pm. Martial Art/Self Defence Class at Haven Academy, Marian Rd Boston. First class is FREE. T: Stuart Lawson 07792 937930 E: stuartlawson@tiscali.co.uk W: www.issogaitaijutsu.yolasite.com 7.00pm - 9.00pm Knitting & Crochet Class for all levels. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www.thedesignstudio. vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 for details. Every last Wednesday in the month 7.15pm to 8.30pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7.15 - 9.30pm Womens Institute, We meet on the second Wednesday of the month between 7.15 and 9.30pm at Sibsey Northlands Hall, T: 01205 750562 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training, Eastville.

T: Nicki 01205 480869 8.00pm - 11.00pm - Social Club for Divorced, Separated and Widowed – Queen of Spades, Wellington Road, Boston, T: 07842 543499

v Thursday

9.30am - Teddies Tunes - Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 9.30am - 11.30am, Drop-In for Coffee and Chat, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston T: 01205 369731, W: www.zionmethodistchurch-boston.co.uk 10.00am to 11am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10am -12pm Boston writers group, every fortnight. White Hart Hotel, Glass Room, Mr Dolby – 01205 360686 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk, Swineshead Church Hall, Market Place, Swineshead, T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.00am-12.30am - Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10.30am–12.30pm Art Classes, Ceramics, Oil and Pastel 1pm-4pm and 7pm- 9pm. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558

12.00pm - 3.00pm Knitting & Craft Club. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt.

T: Joyce 01205 280276 1:00 - 2:00pm, Tai Chi, Boston Body Control Studio, The Old School, Saint Mary’s Church, Horncastle Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 1.00pm – 3.00pm Boston Art Group, Wings Meadow, Frieston Rd. Boston 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk St Thomas Church Hall London Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:30pm - 3:30pm - Caring Companions Boston and District, POP-IN, Pensioners Hall behind Marks and Spencer, T: Jenny 01205 280717 or Alan 01205 871465 6.15pm Line Dancing – Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 6.30pm – 7.30pm Weight Watchers, Community Church Hall, Fishtoft 6.30pm – 8.30pm - Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 6.45pm to 8.15pm Yoga & Yoga Nidra at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7pm - 8pm Track Running, PRSA, Boston Triathlon Club, Craig Oliver 01205 363141 7.00 - 8.30pm, Tai Chi, Boston Grammar School, Rowley Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 7.00pm to 9.00pm SOLO Classical Guitar Ensemble, (twice monthly), New Life Centre, 25 Mareham Lane, Sleaford, NG34 7JP 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm – 10.00pm Amber Hill W.I. 2nd Thursday of every month. Held at “The Loft” Hubberts Bridge Community Centre.

T: Cindy 01205 367890 7.15pm - Fitness Fusion Class – Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.30 - 8.15 pm: BurleX Fitness, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.15 - 9.00 pm: Zumba, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com

v Friday

Market Day – Louth, Alford and Sleaford 9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 10.00am - 2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt, Boston www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk, T: 01205 280276 10.00am-1.00pm - New Horizons – for people with mental health problems.

Methodist Church, St Leonards Drive, Chapel St Leonards. T: 07901 611256 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk - Boston Sports and Social Club Fishtoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1pm -3pm Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Job club New Life Community Church in Kirton (Main Road A16 - PE20 1QJ) Tel Carol Lidgett on 07704695870 1.15pm Tiny Toes (18m-3yrs) Wyberton Parish Hall 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane Old Leake T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1.30pm – 3.30pm - Line-dancing, The Ridlington Rooms 4.30pm - 9.00pm: Belly Dancing and Musical Theatre Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www.ajdance.com 6.00pm Pilates, The Old School, Boston Control Studio, The Old School, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU. T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.00pm – 8.30pm Belly Dance Classes,

Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.00pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Mordern Jive, Cha Cha, Merengue. Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners.

T: 07737064128 7.00pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre, T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.15pm Dance Party – Every last Friday of the month, 7pm beginners Salsa Lesson, Advanced Salsa lesson. 8.30pm party starts, non-dancers welcome, Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. T: 07737 064128 7:30pm - 8:30pm Boston Triathlon Club, Swimming Saturday Prsa 9:am - 10:30am Adult and Junior Cycling & Running, Geoff Moulder, Craig Oliver 01205 363141 7.30pm – 10.00pm, Wrangle Youth Club, Wrangle Youth Centre (PE22 9DL).

T: Jayne 07751 051862 or Jason 07943 512636 7.30pm, Bingo, Sutterton Village Hall, Park Avenue, Sutterton.

T: 01205 460459

v Saturday

Wills Roller disco at Peter Paine Performance Centre. Now open every Saturday, times vary please look at our Facebook page or Call 07501128832 9.00am - 5.30pm: Children’s Dance Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www. ajdance.com Wedding First Dance Classes - Times to be arranged. Nr Pilgrim, Boston.

T: 07737064128 10.00am – 11.00am Footie Tots, 18 months to 5 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www.cmssports.co.uk 10.00am – 11.30am Soccer Club, 5 to 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www.cmssports.co.uk 10.00am - 4.00pm Felting. Felting demonstrations & workshops. Antons Gowt, Boston. W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk.

T: 01205 280276.

Every first Saturday in the month.

10.30am to 11.30am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10.30am – 11.30am Go-Ride Cycling for 4 - 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Rosebery Avenue, Boston, T: 07507 291912, W: www.bostonwheelerscc.org.uk/ goride.htm 10am – 1pm Wood carving workshop Shodfriar’s Hall (above the Café).

6.30pm – 11.30pm Line Dancing, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 366810 7.30pm till late Dance Party - Every third Saturday of the month. The Witham Tavern, Boston. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome, dancers and non-dancers.

Food available. T: 07737 064128

v Sunday

Fitness Shred Class – Mixture of training level 1, Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 2.00pm Sarber Dog Training, Antons Gowt. T: Nicki 01205 480869 6pm Sunday Sound Bathing & relaxation every month at Boston Body Hub call Debbie on 01205 837172 6.30pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Bachata, Tango, Rueda. Upstairs at the White Hart Hotel. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners. T: 07737 064128 2pm Country Music Concert – once a month, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane, Please call for dates.

Tel 01205 870 983 or 01205 363757

New Year,

New Home!

2020: Another prosperous year awaits for Ashwood Homes!

After another successful year here at Ashwood Homes, we'd like to thank those who have chosen to buy their dream home with us this year. We hope we can continue to bring new designs and high specifications in the future!

We have even more exciting developments on the horizon for 2020. Including our new flagship development Holbeach Meadows.

We're really looking forward to bringing more new homes to South Lincolnshire.

At Ashwood Homes, we pride ourselves in our attention to detail and value for money. We include integrated appliances, flooring and tiling packages in all of our new homes - there are even options for additional extras too! We endeavour to build homes to suit all, with our new homes ranging from 2-5 bedrooms perfect for first-time buyers, investors and families alike.

We ensure great care and attention is taken to make sure al buyers will be satisfied with each homes' space and practicality.

Why not visit one of our sales centres where our friendly and professional sales teams can help you find your dream home.

Contact us to find out more!

01406490590

www.ashwoodhomes.co

1 Goodison Road, Lincs Gateway Business Park, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE12 6FY

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