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Local App for Local Businesses and Events A new mobile app is being launched to promote businesses and events across the towns of South Holland. ‘Towns of South Holland App’ has been by produced by South Holland District Council to promote retail sectors in the district and give residents and visitors a quick and easy way to get the goods, services and information they require. The free app can be downloaded from the Google Play store or the Apple App store. Spalding, Holbeach, Crowland, Long Sutton, Sutton Bridge and Donington towns are featured, each with their own dedicated section within the app. Each section covers what’s on, what to do, where to eat, where to shop, where to stay, services and an A-Z search. There is also a general section which lists local news and weather and will give businesses the opportunity to promote their special offers. Cllr Nick Worth, South Holland District Council’s Portfolio Holder for Business Growth, said: “Using a phone app is now second nature for many people and we wanted to create an App that would speciﬁcally help businesses, residents and visitors to South Holland. “There are many different apps out there, but this is unique because it covers local

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Macular Society Optometrist of the year 2013 & 2015 Nominated

Andy Molsom of Molsom and Associates, has been nominated for the ‘Optometrist of the year’ award as part of the Macular Society’s Awards for Excellence. The nomination recognises his exceptionally good practice in the care of people with macular degeneration. Andy Molsom, who was also nominated for the awards in 2013, said: “I am very proud to have been nominated again for this award. It’s a great honour that a patient has thought my care is worthy for this Award of Excellence”. Cathy Yelf, Chief Executive of the Macular Society, said: “It is clear from his nomination that Mr Molsom works hard to improve the lives of people affected by macular degeneration, with excellence in advice and information. We are extremely grateful for his efforts in Spalding.” Age-related macular degeneration affects the central vision and is the most common cause of sight loss in the UK. More people are affected as our population ages. Kathleen Anna Pell, who nominated Mr Molsom for the award, said: “By making sure I had regular examinations on my eyes Mr Molsom quickly noticed the change in my right eye that dry macular had changed to wet macular and arranged treatment without delay. “Mr Molsom is well known in this area as a competent and caring optometrist and I recommend him for this award.” “By investing in the very latest technology, we are able to deliver an exceptional service for our patients. The latest 3D OCT retinal digital scanner helps us to find those patients who are at risk of sight problems, especially wet AMD, at such an early stage that treatment can make a real difference to retaining good eyesight and with it independence for our patients.” commented Andy Molsom The Macular Society is the national charity for anyone affected by central vision loss. We provide free information and support to improve lives today and we fund research so that one day we can overcome macular disease.

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Think Before you Dispose of Your Waste A man has been hit in the pocket after his unwanted household items were found dumped beside a country lane. Kevin Cosgrove employed a man with a van to take away several items including a fridge and mattresses which were later dumped by the side of Low Road in Crowland. The items were spotted by South Holland District Council’s Environmental Investigations Ofﬁcer, who was able to trace them to Cosgrove’s address in Whittlesey. Although he did not dump the items himself, Cosgrove failed to get any details of the man he hired to take the items or ensure that he had a waste carriers licence. Cosgrove appeared at Peterborough Magistrates’ Court recently and pleaded guilty to failing in his duty of care. He was given a 12 month conditional discharge, ordered to pay costs of £150, compensation of £150 and a victim surcharge of £15.

“When there is clear evidence of this illegal activity we will look to take action.”

South Holland District Council would like to remind residents that they have a duty of care to ensure that waste is disposed of correctly. Failure to comply can result in a ﬁne or even imprisonment. Cllr Roger Gambba-Jones, South Holland District Council’s Portfolio Holder for Environmental Services, said: “Fly tipping blights the area for everyone making the place unsightly, potentially hazardous and often attracting even more such dumping. “When there is clear evidence of this illegal activity we will look to take action. “We are pleased with this verdict and hope it makes people aware that they have a legal obligation to ensure their waste is not passed on to unauthorised persons. “If you intend to use anyone other than the council to remove your waste, you must make sure they have a waste carrier license.” If you are thinking of hiring a private waste collector… • Ask the waste carrier to provide you with their full address and telephone number • Ask to see their waste carrier license issued by the Environment Agency • Contact the Environment Agency directly on 08708 506 506 and ask for a free instant Waste Carrier Validation Check, alternatively you can check online on the Environment Agency website: https://

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“If you intend to use anyone other than the council to remove your waﬆe, you muﬆ make sure they have a waﬆe carrier license.” www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ environment-agency Self-service pods Residents can get online services completed quickly and easily in new selfservice pods at South Holland District Council’s offices. The pods are situated in the reception area of the offices in Priory Road, Spalding, and allow users to access the council’s website www.sholland.gov.uk. Through the website, residents can complete services including paying council tax and reporting a range of community issues. The pods have access for disabled people and can be used at any time during office opening hours. Cllr Malcolm Chandler, Portfolio Holder for Transformation, said: “We are confident that the new pods will help residents get services completed in a quick and straight forward manner, reducing the amount of time spent at the council office. “As part of our ongoing Transformation Programme we are committed to providing digital services that are so good people choose to use them.” Staff at the council’s reception are on hand to help residents use the pods and offer any assitance.

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Nick’s Notes

Lincolnshire Mayoral Combined Authority s a District Councillor there are once the draft order from the Secretary many different roles to play, of State has been voted on by all the the main one arguably as the Lincolnshire Councils, expected in October. ward member for your local The major issue at the moment, is of area. This can involve solving issues for course, Brexit. I was just recently at a meeting people in your ward and championing of the Local Government Association’s their problems within the council and Safer and Stronger Board, which essentially wider. This can include housing, anti-social covers regulatory services like licensing, behaviour, neighbour disputes, discussing trading standards and community safety. The planning, licensing, environmental health, LGA is looking to establish a position on EU food safety, dogs and just general advice. legislation that affects regulatory services, for On a wider scale the role includes which the board has responsibility. Essentially representing the district on many outside there needs to be a new legal framework for bodies, which may be local such as village local government services and responsibilities halls and community centres and a large which are currently range of community “...there is a political choice based on EU law. groups. It can include to be made about which EU The list of current representing the rules should ﬆill apply and EU laws that affects council on bodies such incorporated into UK law... local government as Health Scrutiny these can include product regulatory services Committees, Health safety, food labelling, stretches to well and Well Being Boards, manufacture of tobacco, over 500 and Police and Crime timeshare products, misleading covers areas such Panels, Community advertising, car emissions, toy as Consumer Safety Partnerships, ﬆandards, display of energy protection, Asylum, organisations such as certificates, reams of health Migration, Common Lincolnshire Sport, and safety obligations – the liﬆ Agricultural Policy, Lincolnshire Forum for is endless...” Emergency Planning, Agriculture, Citizens Court Orders and Advice Bureau and Registrars of Births, many many others. deaths and marriages. On a National scale, our Leader, Lord All the above refers to EU Regulation, Porter, chairs the Local Government but far bigger are EU Directives. So far the Association, which is local government’s LGA have uncovered some 53 A3 pages direct line to central government. It discusses of EU Directives! With all these, that will major issues concerning local government at some stage have to be gone through directly with the Secretary of State, with individually, there is a political choice to be whom he holds weekly meetings, Ministers made about which EU rules should still apply and civil servants and lobbies and consults and incorporated into UK law. To give you with them on their behalf and is highly a flavour, as far as regulatory services are influential and beneficial to South Holland. concerned these can include product safety, South Holland are unlikely again be in such food labelling, manufacture of tobacco, an influential position, with Lord Taylor of timeshare products, misleading advertising, Holbeach as the Chief Whip in the House car emissions, toy standards, display of of Lords, Lord Porter also now being in the energy certificates, reams of health and safety House of Lords and our local MP, John Hayes obligations – the list is endless and these are as Transport Minister. just in regulatory services! Current issues at that level include While Brexit is definitely going to happen, Devolution of powers down to local it is clearly going to be a long and painful government which is particularly pertinent process. to Greater Lincolnshire and we shall know Nick whether we are going to have a Greater

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Spalding Parish C of E day school Calling teachers, PTA members, pupils… Do you have exciting news at your school? Please send details to editor@simplyspalding.co.uk

For the ﬁrst year ever, Spalding Parish C of E Day School were invited to the Lincolnshire Media Education Awards in Lincoln as Emily, in Year 3, was shortlisted for the Primary Writing Award from a great number of entries. Emily was nominated because her writing ability is outstanding and it is always a pleasure to read and share her written work. She is only in Y3 but her writing could easily be mistaken for a child in Year 6 or even secondary school. Emily should be very proud of the written work she produces. Whatever the brief, she puts in 110% effort. Her style of writing is thoughtful, creative and showcases a range of language features. She uses vocabulary maturely and cleverly. It was an amazing evening celebrating the achievements of children and adults across Lincolnshire. Emily was awarded runner-up within the category for her outstanding writing.

Warm welcome to Wisbech Grammar school new joiners New starters to the Prep, Senior and Sixth Form at Wisbech Grammar School arrived in the sunshine to a warm welcome from excited pupils and staff returning earlier in the month. The 2016/17 Academic year brings exciting developments at the School. The Prep and Senior School timetables have been transformed and the School Day extended allowing greater ﬂexibility for the whole School community and a greater variety of extra-curricular activities for pupils to choose from. The School also welcomed its ﬁrst group of Academic and All-Rounder Scholars and

Exhibitioners selected following the launch of the programme last year. Headmaster, Chris Staley, said, “I was delighted to see so much excitement and positivity on our return to School this week. It is an incredibly exciting time at Wisbech Grammar School with developments to the School Day, the inaugural Scholars and Exhibitioners taking up their important roles within the School and the launch of new Performing Arts, Music and Sports programmes. We encourage pupils throughout the School to be involved in all areas of the curriculum and they are all positively encouraged to discover and follow their passions. These developments further enhance the all-round education offered across the School and create a solid foundation for our pupils’ success at School, University and beyond”.

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Weston Hills Cof E school We have had a very busy start to the new school year, with 21 new children starting with us. 20 of these were in our Reception class, and they have all settled very well. Parent meetings were held for all year groups within the ﬁrst two weeks of the start of term. 11+ tests have taken place within school for all Year 6 pupils hoping for a selective place at secondary school. Good luck! Class 4 have had a trip to the National Space Centre in Leicester – this linked in with class topics for this term. Year 5&6 children will be going on the annual residential trip to Aylmerton Field Study Centre in October. Tempest will be coming into school photographs this term, including mums and toddlers at the end of the school day. Rev. Brown will be coming in to take our Harvest Festival on 19th October at 2.30 p.m. in the school hall. Parents welcome. We will be holding a non-uniform “Stand up to Cancer Day” on Friday 21st October. The PTA have organised school discos for Wednesday 13th October, and will be organising more events throughout the year. Our extra curricular activities this term include Hockey, Football, Choir, Jigsaw, Cross Country, Construction & Outdoor Learning, Multi Skills & Homework.

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Thursday 6th October 2016 5.00 - 8.00pm An opportunity to take a guided tour with our students and view everything Spalding Academy has to offer. Meet students and staff, view the facilities and take part in a variety of activities. There will be a short presentation by the Headteacher, Mr Will Scott at 5.30pm and 6.30 pm in the East Hall.

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Library news Adult Book Choice The Lie by C.L Taylor

Jane Hughes is happier than she’s ever been. Jane Hughes has a job she loves, a man she adores and a lovely cottage in Wales. But Jane Hughes does not exist. Five years earlier, Jane and her best friends went on what should have been a trip of a lifetime, but rapidly descended into a nightmare that claimed the lives of 2 women. Someone knows the truth about what happened, and they won’t stop until they’ve destroyed Jane. A brilliantly tense psychological thriller packed with twists and turns about friendship, betrayal and murder!

News about Lincolnshire Library Loans: From the 1st October 2016 the standard loan period for books and talking books borrowed from Lincolnshire Libraries will be changing from four weeks to three. Changing to a three week loan period will enable a greater turnover in stock giving customers a wider selection, of new and popular titles in particular, as well as reducing reservation waiting times for “out of library items”. Not all loan periods will change though. Items borrowed from Mobile Libraries will retain the four week loan in line with scheduled stops. DVD hire and loans to subscription groups, Listening Lincs and Home Library Service customers will also remain unchanged. To ensure customers have time to adjust to the change in loan periods, an eight week ﬁnes amnesty will be held from 1st October to 26th November 2016. This will cover the ﬁrst two new loan periods and mean that customers won’t be penalised for forgetting about the new arrangements. Please ask a member of library staff for more information if you have any questions.

October Events at Spalding Library MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING Help us make a difference this October at our Coffee Morning on Friday 7th from 10 am to 12 noon. Join us for Tea, Coffee and Cakes to help raise money and awareness for Macmillan Cancer Research.

CALLING ALL BUDDING WRITERS Have you always been interested in writing but didn’t know what to do about it? Then why not join our Free Writers’ Workshop on Saturday 8th October 10 am to 12.15 pm. Places are limited so please contact Spalding Library to reserve your space.

For more information or to book a session please contact Spalding library on 01522 782010 or come in to speak to a member of the team.

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itzgerald’s Bed Centre opened it’s doors 23 years ago in Bourne and is now celebrating 7 years of trading here, in Spalding. The family business also has stores in Stamford and Peterborough. Back in 2009 in the midst of the recession local businessman Paul Fitzgerald bucked the trend of ﬁlling the space of an empty retail outlet. The bed store in Westlode Street has welcomed hundreds of new customers through the doors since opening on September 25th 2009.

The First Fitzgerald’s Bed Store It was 23 years ago that Paul opened the ﬁrst Fitzgerald’s Bed Store in Bourne which has always been based on Abbey Road. Ten years ago he also opened in Stamford on West Street and 5 years ago he opened his fourth store at Cygnet Park, Hampton, Peterborough. All four stores offer a wide choice of beds at very competitive prices and Paul prides himself on the company’s excellent customer service and will often go that extra mile for his customers. Fitzgeralds is under the management of Ian Yarnell who has been with the company for 7 years of offers all customers a wealth of knowledge. Both Paul and Ian are passionate about good old fashioned customer service.

“We are often asked many queﬆions relating to the beﬆ mattress for health conditions and it isn’t a simple one size fits all, it’s often a case of trying three or four for 5 or 10 minutes to see which has the right feel and comfort for each individual” Great Service, Fantastic Prices It’s not just beds Fitzgerald’s sell, they have memory foam style mattresses, pillows, futons and a selection of bedroom furniture also available. Paul says, K C I U “Fitzgerald’s prides itself on great Q Y R E V I L E service, fantastic prices and we have D dard ivery is stan el D l ca Lo many repeat customers in all our stores ed Free n be arrang and can ofte ys if the bed or Stamford which speaks volumes. I am da within a few is in stock at e ur it rn pleased to say that since opening the Competitive and fu se in the warehourne. doors in Spalding the local residents seem The Best Price nearby Bou to have been equally impressed with our “We are all programmed quick delivery and vast product range.” now to look for the best price and of course here at Fitzgerald’s Beds Fitzgeralds Bed Centre is located at 77 we always aim to be competitive but there Westlode Street (near Homebase and is much more to buying such an important Carpetright), you can call them on 01775 piece of furniture than the price. Any online 711014 or visit www.fitzgeraldsbeds.co.uk company will only deliver the bed to you, we are able to offer a full delivery and installation service which is free of charge. We are also able to dispose of old beds and mattresses if required. “Before the arrival of your new bed though you can try over 50 bedframes and mattresses in our showroom to make sure you have the right bed for you. There’s no rush, we allow customers to take their time and to try as many beds as they like before making their final choice.”

Family life

Spooktacular Fun Have an ‘incy-wincy’ bit of fun this Halloween

t’s October, a time of ghoulish costumes, grinning pumpkins, creepy crawlies and things that go bump in the night! Whether you love or hate trick or treating, (personally I can’t abide it and delight in taking homemade cookies to all our neighbours to spread cheer instead), spiders and witches are likely to feature somewhere in the celebrations. Which brings me to my 10-year-old son’s brain teaser – ‘Would you rather bathe in eels or shower in spiders?’ – Hobson’s choice if ever there was one, although if pushed it would have to be eels! Spiders and creepy crawlies have a special role in scaring the life out of many of us. There’s something about their speed and unpredictability, not to mention the fangs poised for action. Or perhaps it’s just too easy to imagine them scaled up like some scary sci ﬁ creature? For a young baby, watching a daddy long legs walking precariously on its delicate limbs is a thing of wonder to marvel at. Intrigued by its bobbing movement but already conscious of not wanting it to come too close, of course adult’s reactions to spiders help shape children’s future fears. Anyone familiar with nursery rhymes and fairytales will know that suspense, excitement and a surprising amount of horror are essentials for captivating and thrilling

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children. With most fairytales exploring the polarities of good and evil, beauty and the beast, spiders, dragons, witches and creepy crawlies add to the interest of peek a boo and hide and seek as Incy Wincy disappears and reappears to a squeal of delight. Scary as they are, Bruno Bettleheim understood the importance of children being exposed to contained ‘islands’ of scariness, preparing children as they do for life’s ups and downs and helping them face their fears. With a bit of inventiveness, Halloween can help capture children’s interest and get them involved in exploration, reading, writing, maths and crafts. Unlock

children’s imagination with story-telling, from ‘Aaaarrgghh, Spider’ to ‘Harry Potter’, with a range of voices and some well-chosen props, prepare to watch children delight in their magical spookiness. Or make counting fun by weighing and mixing up potions or wizard’s favourite fairground game - catching rubbery spiders and snakes hiding in yukky tubs. October is the perfect time to fuel children’s imagination with some scary stories and these creepy crafts and ‘spooktacular’ activities.

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hen you are unwell, you see your GP for advice and you may leave the surgery with a prescription. Your doctor - and the medication they prescribe - is considered part of conventional medicine. If you also visit a chiropractor or acupuncturist for treatment, you’d be in the ﬁeld of complementary and alternative medicine, sometimes referred to as CAM.

There are a number of alternative and complementary therapies available in the UK. Some of these treatments have been claimed to help some people alleviate the symptoms of certain illnesses. However, other alternative therapies don’t have enough medical evidence to determine if they are effective. Complementary and alternative therapies should not be used to replace the treatment recommended by your doctor.

Many complementary and alternative therapists are registered with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) which was set up by the government to give a degree of regulation to the sector.

Acupuncture What it is: Traditional Chinese acupuncture is based on the theory that vital energy called Qi circulates around the body along channels called meridians. Blockages in the flow of Qi are thought to cause ill health. The aim of acupuncture is to restore a balance of energy and good health to the body. The evidence: Many of acupuncture’s benefits still haven’t been confirmed. That’s because more studies on acupuncture need to be performed. However, evidence suggests that acupuncture holds promise for relieving vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy. Also, hospitals, hospices and clinics use acupuncture to help relieve pain.

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swamped by the responses. Here are just a ental health issues and debt couple: are a marriage made in hell “I have bipolar and was given huge – and, worse, each feeds off amounts of credit which I spent while on a the other. If you or someone manic high. I am now in so much debt there’s you know is hit by this, you’re not alone. no way out, which has an impact on my This is one of the biggest and most hidden depression.” financial problems affecting the UK. The “When I’m in a depressed state I find that more we talk about it, the better, so I want I can spend recklessly, without thinking about to take you through what’s happening and the bigger picture. Having financial struggles some tips if you’re affected. does make you stressed, anxious and cause The statistics are horrific. Here are just sleep issues, which can then all lead to further three of them: 1) You’re four to six times more likely to have debt crisis if you’ve mental depression. It’s a vicious circle.” health issues. 2) Half those seeking debt help What can be done about it? have mental health issues. 3) The treatment Thankfully over the past decade, the financial time for clinical depression can be 18 months services sector has improved its attitude and longer for those with financial worries too. procedures when dealing with people Breaking this relationship has with mental health illness once been a passion of mine for a S P I T Y E long time. So having planned MON e Founder & Editor they’re already in the mire. So the is is th Policy Institute’s focus is prevenit for years, a few weeks ago Martin Lew oney Saving Expert. M in Chief of million people who tion, to come up with solutions, I launched the new Money 10 eekly To join the oney Tips w M ’s tin ar M research them and then lobby to and Mental Health Policy get his email, go to pert ex ng vi get them in place. Institute (http://www.moneysa www.money sttip .com/late Here’s a sample of the type of andmentalhealth.org.uk) with a ideas we’re looking at, both are based brilliant full-time team I’m funding on spending sprees, which are common for at least four years. The aim of this with bipolar disorder and depression. charity is simple: to reduce the number of - Credit freeze. Allow people to voluntarily people affected by the issue. to put a freeze at the credit reference agenAnd that number is huge - when I’ve cies, so they can’t apply for any new credit. To written about it on social media I’ve been

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By Martin Lewis @moneysavingex pert unlock it would take a set time – say 30 or 90 days – giving breathing space if your decision making ability is temporarily impaired. - High-control account options. Go abroad and debit and credit card ﬁrms freeze your accounts if they detect unusual spending patterns. Why not allow people to voluntarily apply that to all spending? Then if unusual spending patterns happen, their card is cut off for a set time, say 10 weeks, unless a nominated trusted friend or mental health case worker agrees it should be unfrozen, because the high spend is, for example, just due to a house move. Of course there are many other conditions too, such as dementia, which require other solutions. (go to http://www.moneyandmentalhealth.org.uk /join-our-research-panel/) Yet that’s all in the future. If you or someone you care for has issues now, what do you do? Well my free Mental Health and Debt Booklet at www.money savingexpert.com/ mentalhealth takes you through step-by-step. Here are some tips from it.

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SPEAK TO A NON-PROFIT DEBT HELP AGENCY. If you’re in debt crisis, then www.CitizensAdvice.org.uk, www.StepChange.org, www.NationalDebtline.org and especially www.CapUK.org can help – I say especially as it also does emotional counselling too. CAN YOU CUT THE INTEREST RATE? The lower it is the more of your repayments clear the actual debt. A balance transfer credit card can shift debt to 0% for 40 months. CONSIDER INFORMING YOUR BANK. Once a lender is aware that a customer has a mental health condition, it has to make adjustments. The Lending Code says banks should consider keeping a debt inhouse rather than passing it to debt collectors, and they should make court action the last resort. Though telling your bank is a decision to discuss carefully with a caseworker or debt counsellor. YOU CAN’T BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST FOR YOUR MENTAL HEALTH. In other words, if the fact you’ve declared your illness to a bank affects your ability to get other products with them, such as a mortgage, it would likely breach the Equality Act. KNOW THE EARLY WARNING SIGNS. Even when people plunge into debt, issues like depression don’t bite overnight. Look out for tension headaches, arguments at work, back pain or bad skin. And seek help.

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PRIORITISE HEATING AND EATING. Don’t simply pay those who hassle you the hardest. The debt counsellors above can help. BANKING CONTROL IF YOU HAVE BIPOLAR. A few banks have minor procedures to allow you to register your mental health issues and stop your overdraft going beyond a certain amount. Bipolar disorder sufferers, who may be prone to overspending during a manic episode, could consider discussing this with their bank. It’s worth chatting through with a debt counsellor or case worker first. CONSIDER ADDING A NOTE ON YOUR CREDIT FILE. If you overspend when you are unwell, you can volunteer to add information on mental health problems to your credit files in what’s called a ‘notice of correction’. This alerts potential lenders so they don’t lend further credit. This can be added or removed whenever you want though. Yet it may stop you borrowing when you are well. 8. CONSIDER PAYING BILLS BY DIRECT DEBIT. This can simplify your finances, helping to ensure bills get paid when you’re ill. Yet while direct debits for gas and electricity bills, home phone and broadband can save you money, home and car insurers charge you interest so annual payments better. THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS AN UNSOLVABLE DEBT. For as long as I’ve been doing my job, I’ve never once seen a debt case that isn’t solvable. It may not be easy, it may not be quick, but I want you to know it is ALWAYS doable. If you start to sort it out, it does get better.

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Abracadabra! Add a little magic to everyone’s afternoon with a table top magician, amazing your guests with clever card tricks, cunning coin illusions and maybe an odd dove or three! Isn’t that..? Yes, you can have David Beckham, Madonna or even the Queen at your wedding! Stop your guests in their tracks with celebrity looka-likes, who will mix and mingle. Something for the kids Let’s be honest, weddings can be boring for kids, with those big gaps between food and the dancing! Keep the little ones laughing and enjoying themselves with professional children’s entertainers such as balloon modellers, clowns, face painters, stilt walkers and even a mob of meerkats in a mobile petting zoo. Wicked! Outside, inside Just in case the British weather should prove a triﬂe inclement during the proceedings, choose artists and entertainment that works well inside and out, such as close-up magicians, caricaturists, celebrity look-a-likes, small format jazz bands, soloists and most children’s entertainers. Ready for your closeup Everyone loves a photo booth, so relive those teenage years - get in there, make faces and laugh at the results. The photos make great souvenirs of your wedding too. Sound stages for all ages Why have one band when you can have three! The secret here is to see what formats

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Singing waiters really can bring the house down with terrific singing and lots of laughter. Sundown celebrations The sun is setting, your evening guests are arriving, and everyone is looking forward to a wonderful night of music, laughter and entertainment. So, let’s get the party started with guests walking into your venue past living statues, who can hand out welcome drinks. Or serve your welcome canapés from “living tables” decorated to match your theme, complete with a character performer standing in the middle to delight and amuse! Make some magic Your wedding breakfast is the perfect opportunity for those entertainers to come inside to delight your guests. Your magician can tour the tables before the food arrives, to fill that inevitable gap between taking your seats and tucking in, as can your caricaturist. Play it (again) Sam Create a lovely atmosphere with your cocktail pianist playing gently in the background during the meal – make sure to ask if he takes requests, the guests will

really enjoy having their favourite songs played! Star gazing When your guests have drunk, dined, danced and discussed to their fill, why not give them one last show – the night sky. Lay out some cushions and bean bags on the lawn, scatter a few laminated star maps, and let nature do the rest. And if it’s cloudy, get the DJ packing the dance ﬂoor, the cocktails ﬂowing and your guests will be having a party of a lifetime. What more could you ask! Delightful sounds Give your drinks reception a touch of class with the gentle sounds of a string quartet, solo guitarist, harpist, or cocktail pianist. The low music levels will also ensure people can actually talk to each other too! Hold the front page! Turn your guests into instant celebrities with comedy paparazzi. Skilled photographers and entertainers in disguise, these relentless news hounds create comedy chaos as they

The Flowers The right mix of style and simplicity has been the cornerstone of fabulous wedding floral arrangements in 2016. Just picked. Arrangements that feature both whatever is in season and whatever is local are gaining traction. Sometimes couples request a “wild” look but what they’re after are freshly picked flowers. These free-form bouquets and centerpieces often include a mix of big and small blooms in more than one color, and might use spiky flowers or fruiting vines to serve as exclamation points. Tone-on-tone explosion. A concentrated cluster of one color lends a graphic impact to centerpieces. Ask your florist to choose three to five different flowers in the same shade — the slight color variations create an ombré effect. For an uber-romantic feel, stick to the opposite ends of the color spectrum — either pale or deeply saturated. Or set the table up for fun by picking a hyper-vivid neon or a playful sorbet shade.

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Look, don’t eat! Everyone’s a foodie Mix up your center-piece s. these days, so it’s no surprise that All tables need not look the savvy couples are asking florists to same, why not put differ ent include elements like coffee beans and arrangements on fragrant herbs (say, mint or basil) into each table. centerpieces and garlands. Petite seasonal fruits and vegetables are another way to layer on color. Flowers not necessary. Potted trees, succulents, ferns, lavender sprigs and decorative leaves (such as magnolia, begonia) are no longer reserved for anchoring flower arrangements — these days they can become the focal point of the décor. Flowering plants and blooming branches (think flowering quince, crab apple or cherry blossom) also work well as creative centerpieces. And a budget-friendly elegant idea is to adorn bare branches with crepe-paper flowers or sparkly jewels.

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A pinch of organisation We know, we know – planning is sometimes considered the boring part, but it really is necessary if you want the festive get-together to go without a hitch. Book your venue well in advance, and make sure your plans are inclusive of everyone’s age, budget, dietary requirements and location. Employers often forget to put on transportation to and from the party – but whether it’s a taxi, minibus or coach, this is always a most welcome touch.

A sprinkle of originality While we’re all fond of tradition, there’s something to be said for breaking the mould and trying something new for your Christmas do, as opposed to a sit-down meal with turkey and all the trimmings. Don’t even think about putting up some tinsel and holding the party in the office! Getting the team out of the usual day-to-day environment can really bring people out of their shell, help colleagues mix and break down any hierarchies. Why not try something totally different like wine tasting, cocktail making or even zip lining?

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A theme for your Christmas party will really help create a sense of unity – and it can be as silly or as sophisticated as you like. From themes such as ‘ballroom’ and ‘winter wonderland’ to ‘the naffest Christmas jumpers’, choose one and give your team plenty of notice to get their outﬁt sorted. There’s bound to be a load of photo opportunities – the results of which you can attach in the next company newsletter!

The Christmas party is an ideal time to show your appreciation for the hard graft your team has put in throughout the year. Recognise individuals as well as the workforce as a whole, and think of a few heartfelt and funny words to say. You could even include a mini prize-giving ceremony, including awards such as “Tidiest Desk” and “Most Punctual”!

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Method: Mix together the onion, ketchup, brown sugar, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, paprika, mustard and then add the salt and the pepper. Once you have done this, pour the sauce mixture into the slow cooker pot and add the pork, making sure to also coat it in sauce. Pop the lid on top of the slow cooker and cook the pork. Do this on a low setting (one which the manufacturer recommends). Cook until the pork is tender for between 8-10 hours. When it is finally cooked, move the pork from the slow cooker into a large bowl. Change the temperature setting on the cooker to ‘high’, cover

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the pot and then cook the sauce. Do this until boiling point is reached to make the mixture thicker. Pull the pork apart into shreds (you can use 2 forks for this). Then put the shredded pork back into the slow cooker, mixing it into the sauce. Cover once again and cook on high. Finally, once warmed through, spoon mixture into buns and serve.

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Costs: Depending on the type of hardwoods you go with can massively affect the total cost. Engineered wood will cost you a little less. On top of the cost of materials, you will need to pay to get it installed which will likely run you in the hundreds or thousands of pounds. Pros: Hardwoods look very nice and have a great resale value. They are easy to clean and maintain and usually only require vacuuming. Cons: The cost is the largest drawback. Like tile, hardwoods are also loud to walk on. Real

Costs: Again, this ranges in price, but if you are a handy DIYer laminate is something that you could self install. Pros: My favorite thing about laminate is that it does not easily scratch. And if it does, a little vegetable oil rubbed on the scratch will get it right out. It also can look like real wood or tile, and it can even be difficult to tell if it is real or not. Like hardwoods, laminate is easy to clean. It is also great for pets because they can’t scratch or stain it.

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Costs: The cost of carpet varies greatly depending on the quality. You will also need to have an underlay, you can improve the feel of quality with a thicker underlay. 2 - Tile Pros: Carpet not only feels soft, but it also Costs: There are many different types of tile. It can range in price gives a soft look to a room. It is quiet to walk from £8 upwards a square metre. Professional installation can run on and prevents echoing throughout a home. into the hundreds of pounds depending on the size of the area. Carpet is quick and simple to install and can Pros: Glazed ceramic tile is very durable and resistant to scratches. It go over uneven ﬂoors. is water resistant. Tile comes in a variety of sizes and materials, such Cons: Although advancements in fiber as marble, porcelain, travertine, slate, and granite. Additionally, tile is technology have enabled carpet to be more fairly easy to clean, and stains are not much of a concern. stain-resistant, it still gets stained. Even Cons: Tile can be very loud to walk on and echo. It can also be cold, when vacuumed frequently, it still may and heating systems for tile are very expensive. Tile can crack and contain hidden dirt. Carpet also needs to be can be difﬁcult to repair. The grout gets stained and needs to be steam-cleaned occasionally to keep it fresh. cleaned. Additionally, carpet is not good for people Best Rooms: Since tile is water resistant, it is perfect for a bathroom with allergies. or a kitchen. It may also work well in a dining area where food and Best Rooms: The best location for carpet is drinks tend to be spilled frequently. low traffic rooms, such as bedrooms, to minimize the dirt that gets trapped in it. It also gives bedrooms a E LAMINAT r high more cozy look and feel. t fo

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he UK Window group, responsible for manufacturing 10,000 + window, doors and conservatories each week, supplying some of the biggest household names in the industry, have struck a deal with local installers Fusion Home Improvements to be an outlet for their high quality products. The business model is to serve the trade and retail markets and to facilitate thisa new show centre and trade counter has been created in the Old Railway House in Sutterton on the main roundabout where the A16 meets the A17. Windows and doors are available in 5 days from order and at the site is a full stock of building plastics, underground drainage and rainwater goods which can be sold as they are or fully installed. “We needed more space to cope with the extra windows, doors and conservatories that will be passing through our firm, serving builders, independent window installers and the DIY market”. Owner Richard Fairbanks explains “this is all extra to the retail business that we have been and will continue to install to local customers. The move to Sutterton

“Fusion Home Improvements have always been competitive on price but the tie up with UK Window Group gives them access to unrivalled support and group bulk buying power..” sits us in between our old base in Pinchbeck and on the link road to our main target markets of Boston, Sleaford and King Lynn. We aim to serve as many people as possible hence the show centre, we have displays of windows, conservatories and composite doors so people can touch and feel the quality of the products. Both our windows and doors have unrivalled levels of security using Yale locks for added peace of mind for our customers.”.

Fusion Home Improvements have always been competitive on price but the tie up with UK Window Group gives them access to unrivalled support and group bulk buying power. “Pop in for a quote and a coffee, have a look at our products and see what you could save” for the opening month of October, just bring in a quote and it will be beaten, regardless of product. That applies to fully installed windows and doors, conservatories or building plastics.

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“The current Kuga is smart enough and has a generally reliable history, although it is starting to come over as a tad dated – but at least it’s a safe car.”

he Kuga came on to the scene in 2008. Built in two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive it was Ford’s response to SUVs, such as the Nissan Qashqai. It was also built to challenge more established 4x4s, such as the Honda CR-V. While it is no rocket ship, the Kuga 1.5T Ecoboost, on test here, does pick up pace fairly well (0-62mph in 9.7s) and feels particularly nippy around town. Its manual six-speed gearbox has a positive, smooth, action and the Ford delivers a relaxing, yet well-ordered ride at low speeds. The steering is light and direct – and this makes city driving and parking a breeze. Alas, there is far too much din in the road and wind noise department for the Kuga to be a serious motorway vessel. Safety is first-rate, though, with side and curtain airbags helping it achieve a five-star Euro NCAP crash-test result. Inside, the Kuga is quite spacious in the front, but its plunging rooﬂine intrudes

on headroom for taller passengers in the rear. Legroom for anyone approaching six-feet tall is also limited, however it’s a fine area for kids to sit comfortably. The 406-litre boot is bigger than the Ford Focus’ 316-litre offering – making the loading of a bulky pushchair and the weekly supermarket shopping even less of a hassle. As alluded to earlier, the Kuga’s key rival is the Nissan Qashqai, with other opponents including the Kia Sportage and Volkswagen Tiguan. All of their boots are even bigger than the Ford’s by some margin. In fairness, though, the Ford Kuga Zetec 1.5T EcoBoost makes a good buy. It offers a decent mix of performance and size for families looking for a school-run-mobile. It is also front-wheel-drive - and this variant is really what you should try and get, unless you are desperate for 4x4 traction and off-road ability. Front-wheel-drive Kugas are a little bit cheaper to run than the fourwheel-drive versions and, if buying used, may well have been better cared for. The current Kuga is smart enough and has a generally reliable history, although it is starting to come over as a tad dated – but at least it’s a safe car. Fortunately, we won’t have too long to wait for a fresh First Drive Review by Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Journalist Twitter: @carwriteups

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October Entertainment Guide CLUBS • GROUPS • CLASSES

❖ MONDAY 9.30am - 10.30am Pilates with Lisa, Pinchbeck Library, T: 07929 341042, E: lisa@fitnesswithlisa.co.uk 9.30am - 10.45am Yoga, Mindfulness and Relaxation, Moose Hall, Love Lane, Spalding, T: 07817 623330 9.30am Mobilisation For Older People, Gedney Hill Village Hall , T: 07595 597023 10.00am – 1.00pm Pattern Cutting, The Sewing Cafe at Spalding Swimming Club £10. E: jnutstrickland@yahoo.co.uk 10.00am-10.45am Pop Tots, toddler dance class at the Reading Rooms, Holbeach for 1-4 years, £2.50 a class for more info call Becky T: 07557945546 10.00am -11.30am Yoga with Relaxation, Weston Village Hall. Call Viv T: 07790 469196. 10.00am – 11.30am Shining Stars Toddler Group, The Lighthouse Church, Haverfield Road, Spalding. 10.00am – 12.00 noon Mums and Tots Group, Spalding Gymnastics Academy, T: 01775 713599 12.30pm - 1.30pm Preschool Gymnastics Group, Spalding Gymnastics Academy, T; 01775 713599 1.00pm -3.00pm and 7.00pm -9.00pm Pottery Classes Unique Cottage Studios. T: 07709 356371 2.00pm – 4.00pm Kurling, St Norberts Church, T: 01775 761912 4.30-5.30pm, Renew class (stretch, strengthen and relaxation class). Tonic Health, Spalding. Tel: Zoe 07921 553849 5.45pm - 6.45pm Pilates with Anita, Pinchbeck T: 07741 492 729 Monday Evening Boston Wheelers cycling club - Wheelers beginners bike rides. Meet at Hammer & Pincers.Contact Debbie Winrow via the Facebook page for further info. 6.30pm – 7.30pm Mixed Yoga, Tonic Health, Spalding. 01775 725059 6.30pm – 8.30pm Puppy Class, 6:30pm, Intermediate 7:30pm - Weston Hills. All classes are invite only. Call for appointment on 01775 761795 / 07971 393832 7-8pm, Soccercise (Aerobics with footballs, for ladies), Monkshouse Lane Park, Spalding. Starts: 4 July. Tel: Holly 07800 566058 7.30pm Pilates, Weston Hills Village Hall, T: 07966 371402, W: www.pilates4everyone.co.uk, E: Sharpchr@gmail.com 7.45pm - Aerobics, Gedney Hill Village Hall, T: 07595 597023

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❖ TUESDAY 9.00am – 11.00am Moulton Tots & Carers, Broad Lane Moulton, T : 01406 371312 9.30am – 10.30am Hoopy Loopy - Hula Hoop Class, Surfleet Village Hall, T: 01775 750133 9.30am Zumba, WI Hall, Holbeach T: 07595 597023 10.00am - 12.00pm and 1.00pm - 3.00pm Pottery Classes Unique Cottage Studios T.07709 356371 2.00pm – 4.00pm Spalding Music Club, second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, Spalding Music Club,

3 OCTOBER Pure Brass 7.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 3 OCTOBER NT Live: The Deep Blue Sea 7pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 5 OCTOBER David Francey 8.15pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 5 OCTOBER Sponge 11.30am & 1.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777

Ivo Day Centre, T: 01775 723435 2.00pm – 4.00pm New Age Kurling Whaplode Village Hall, T: 01406 370961 or 01406 370377 E: pamelamcneil45@tiscali.co.uk 5.45pm – 7.15pm Sing South Holland Contemporary Youth Choir, T: 01775 764777 5.50pm 1st Spalding Boys’ Brigade Company, (term time) Spalding Baptist Church, for ages 5 - 18. T: 01775 725713 5.50pm to 7.30pm Girls and Boy’s Brigade at Spalding Baptist Church, Swan Street. BB 01775 725713, GB 01775 711135. 6.00pm – 7.00pm New Beginner Linedance Holbeach United Service Club T: 01406 540367 6.00pm - 6.45pm Zumba, Pinchbeck East Primary School, T: 07989 206246 6.00pm - 7.00pm Zumba Kids Dance Class (7-12 Years), St John’s Church Hall, T: 07545 146086 6.00pm – 7.00pm Legs, Bums and Tums at Lyndis Walk Community Hall, Holbeach T: 07944 432 400 6.00pm – 9.00pm Beginners Machine Sewing, The Sewing Cafe, at Spalding Swimming Club £10. E: jnutstrickland@yahoo.co.uk 6.30pm – 8.30pm Puppy Class 6:30pm, Intermediate 7:30pm Elizabethan Centre, Whaplode Drove, Crowland. All classes are invite only. Call for appointment on 01775 761795 / 07971 393832 6.30pm - 7.30pm Static Bike Training with Spalding Cycling Club, T: 07989 214032 6.30pm - Zumba, Definitions Gym, T: 07595 597023 7.00pm - 9.00pm English Conversation and Life Skills classes for New Arrival / Migrant Workers. Long Sutton Market House, 9 Market Street, Long Sutton PE12 9DD. Free. T: 01406 366767 7.00pm – 8.00pm Aerobics, Lyndis Walk Community Hall, Holbeach, T: 07944 432400 7.00pm – 9.00pm Lymphoma, Myeloma and Leukemia Support Group, first Tuesday of every month, Wings Meadow Activity Centre, Freiston Road, Boston. PE21 OJH E: julia.buyukkaraca@ulh.nhs.uk, T: 01205 446151 7.30pm Spalding and District Stamp Club, Fourth Tuesday of the month and at the Fraiser Room, Gosberton Road, Surfleet. T: 01775 762661 7.30-8.30pm Renew class (stretch, strengthen and relaxation class). Surfleet Village Hall. Tel: Zoe 07921 553849

❖ WEDNESDAY 9.30am- 12.00 noon Card Craft, Long Sutton Market House, 9 Market Street, Long Sutton PE12 9DD. 10.00am – 11.30am Shining Stars Toddler group, The Lighthouse Church, Haverfield Road, Spalding. 10.00am -11.30am Yoga with relaxation, St Norbert’s Church Hall, Spalding. T: Viv 07790 469196 10.00am – 1.00pm Using a Commercial Pattern, The Sewing Cafe, at Spalding Swimming Club £10. E: jnutstrickland@yahoo.co.uk 10.00am – 12.00 noon Over 50s Badminton Club, Holbeach Community Centre, T: 01406 424602 10.00am - 11.30am Tea/Coffee morning, Calvary Baptist Church, Carrington Road, Spalding, PE11 1LY,

6 OCTOBER The Stray Birds 8pm, The Stray Birds, 01775 764777 12 OCTOBER Getting Better Slowly 7.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 14 OCTOBER The Demon Barbers XL 8pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 15 OCTOBER Hubbub - A Musical Adventure 1.30pm & 3.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777

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T: 01775 527516. 12.00noon – 1.00pm Yoga with Lisa, Pinchbeck, T: 07929 341042, E: lisa@fitnesswithlisa.co.uk 1.30pm – 3.30pm Dementia Café, Tonic Health, Spalding. 01775 725059 2.00pm – 4.00pm – Short Mat Bowls, Holbeach Community Centre. Fishpond Lane Holbeach. PE12 7DQ, 07966 527070 2pm Spalding & District Stamp Club. Meetings on the first Wednesday of each month at the Fraiser Room, Gosberton Road, Surfleet (next to the church). T: 01775 762661 2pm – 4:30pm Weeky Tea Dances, Surfleet Village Hall T: 01775 680281 4.15pm – 5.15pm Mini Tennis Training (4-9 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 5.45pm – Intense Zumba, Whaplode Village Hall, 07595 597023. 6.00pm – 7.30pm Indoor Bowls, Spring Gardens, Long Sutton, T: 07944 432400 6.30 to 8.00pm, Mark Farnham Schools of Tae Kwon Do The Peele Leisure Centre, 84 Little London Road,Long Sutton, Lincolnshire. PE12 9LF 01553 841880 (Office) 07771644460 (Mobile) mark@mftkd. co.uk (email) 6.30pm – 10.00pm - Holbeach radio controlled model car club, Holbeach Community Centre, 07786245490, www.holbeachrcmodelcarclub.co.uk 7-8pm Soccercise (Aerobics with footballs, for ladies), Carter’s Park, Holbeach. Starts 6 July. Tel: Holly 07800 566058 7.00pm - 9.30pm Holbeach Air Training Corps, Church Street, Holbeach,oc.2430@aircadets.org, T: 01406 422883 Wednesday & Friday Evenings. 7.00pm – 9.00pm English Conversation and Life Skills, Classes for New Arrival / Migrant Workers. Long Sutton Market House, 9 Market Street, Long Sutton PE12 9DD. Free. T: 01406 366767. 7.30pm – 9.00pm Spalding Marching Ambassadors, (term time) (9 to 21yrs) learn to play drum & trumpet. United Reform Church, Pinchbeck Road, Spalding, T: 01775 723087, E: jim-bright@hotmail.co.uk 7.30pm – 10.00pm Table Tennis coaching available at Castle Sports Complex, Spalding, T: 01775 760163, E: admin@spaldingtabletennisleague.co.uk, www. spaldingtabletennisleague.co.uk 8.00pm Zumba, Gedney Victory Hall, T: 07595 597023 8.30pm - 9.30pm Zumba Fitness, Spalding School of Dance, T: 077393 60370

❖ THURSDAY 9.00am – 11.00am Moulton Tots & Carers, Broad Lane Moulton, T: 01406 371312 9.15am Zumba Fitness, Definitions Gym, T: 07595 597023 10.00am Pop Tots, St Thomas Road Methodist Church, Spalding. T: 07557 945546. 10.00am Musical Minis, Hazel Morgan, E: Hazel@musicalminis.co.uk T: 07752 270700 10.00am - 11.30am Mothers & Toddlers, Term time only at Clavary Baptist Church, Carrington Road, Spalding, PE11 1LY T: 01775 527516.

16 OCTOBER Cafe Worship 9am to about 10am, Broad Street Methodist Church Hall, 01775 762201 19 OCTOBER - 22 OCTOBER Blackadder goes Forth: The Darling Diaries 7.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 22 OCTOBER Private Peaceful 2.30pm & 7.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 23 OCTOBER Royal Opera House Opera:

10.30am – 12.30pm Spalding & District Branch Parkinsons UK, Third Thursday of each month, Pinchbeck Village Hall, Knight Street, Pinchbeck, T: 01775 766217 11.00am – 1.00pm – Creative Class for Dementia Sufferers, Tonic Health, Spalding. 01775 725059 2.00pm - 4.00pm Come Knit With Us, Park Court Community Centre, Weston, T: 07757 657510 5.45pm-6.45pm Pilates with Lorraine, Bear Lane, Pinchbeck, T: 07741 492729 6.00pm – 9.00pm Youth Club 11-16 Long Sutton Market House, 9 Market Street, Long Sutton PE12 9DD. 6.15pm – 7.30pm Yoga for beginners, Spalding Yoga at the Umbrella Westlode Street. T: Nikki 07935250114. W: www.spaldingyoga.co.uk 6.30 - 8pm Yoga with Relaxation BWY. St Norbert’s Church Hall, Spalding. T 07790 469196 E viv. scupham@virginmedia.com 6.45pm Zumba, WI Hall, Holbeach, T: 07595 597023 W: www.spaldingyoga.co.uk 7.00pm – 8.00pm Puppy Class Ivo Day Centre. All classes are invite only. Call for appointment on 01775 761795 / 07971 393832 7.00pm Cancer Support Group, St. Barnabas, T: 01406 359919 7.30- 9.30pm every Thursday Sept- May Choral singing with South Holland Singers.No auditions. St Paul’s School,Queens Rd,Spalding Tel.01775 761106 7.45pm – 9.00pm Yoga (mixed abilities), Spalding Yoga at the Umbrella Westlode Street. T: Nikki 07935250114. 9.00pm – 10.00pm Water Polo Club, Castle Sports Complex, T: 07584 034372

❖ FRIDAY 9.15am - Zumba, Whaplode Village Hall, 07595 597023 10.00am -3.00pm Flower Painting Watercolour Workshops, The Lincolnshire Gallery, T: 01945 870411 10.00am Music Bugs, Coronation Hall, Market Deeping. T: 0844 578 1015 E: sarah@musicbugs.co.uk, W: www.musicbugs.co.uk 10.45am Music Bugs, St Norberts Community Centre, Spalding. T: 0844 578 1015 E: sarah@ musicbugs.co.uk, W: www.musicbugs.co.uk 10.00am Indoor bowls & coffee, Park Court Community Room, Weston. T: 01522 585580 10.00am – 11.30am Shining Stars Toddler group, The Lighthouse Church, Haverfield Road, Spalding. 2.00pm Seated Salsa, Lyndis Walk Community Centre, Holbeach, T: 01522 585580 or 07814 165146 4.00pm – 5.00pm Tennis Training (5-8 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 5.15pm – 6.15pm Tennis Training (11-16 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 7.00pm - 9.30pm Holbeach Air Training Corps, Church Street, Holbeach,oc.2430@aircadets.org, T: 01406 422883 Wednesday & Friday Evenings. 7.00pm - 8.30pm Junior Fencing (7- 13yrs), Castle

COSÌ FAN TUTTE 2pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 26 OCTOBER Granny’s Garden 2pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 26 OCTOBER - 27 OCTOBER Danse Macabre 10am, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 27 OCTOBER Branagh Theatre Live: The Entertainer

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Sports Complex, T: 01775 762178 E: BlademasterGBR@aol.com, W:custodiansfencingclub.co.uk 7.30pm - 8.45pm Family Taekwondo, Castle Sports Complex, T: 01775 760190 E: kay.temple9@gmail.com 8.30pm - 10.30pm Adult Fencing (14yrs +), Castle Sports Complex, T: 01775 762178, E: BlademasterGBR@aol.com, W: custodiansfencingclub.co.uk

❖ SATURDAY 8.45am - 11.00am Junior Indoor Bowls, Castle Sports Complex, Spalding. T: 01775 714556 9.00am – 11.00am Puppy Class 9am, Intermediate 10am, Advanced 11am. Pinchbeck Village Hall. All classes are invite only. Call for appointment on 01775 761795 / 07971 393832 9-10am, Girls Football (under 12s) Glen Park, Surfleet. Tel: Holly 07800 566058 9.15am-10.15am Freestyle Dance Class (4-7 Years), St John’s Church Hall, T: 07545 146086 10.30am-11.30am Freestyle Dance Class (8-12 Years), St John’s Church Hall, T:07545 146086 9.15am Zumba, Peele Leisure Centre, T: 07595 597023 9.30am – 10.30am Little Warrior Martial Arts, WI Holbeach, 4-11years T: 07925 244817 10.30am –12.00 noon Multi fighting arts, WI Holbeach, Adults T: 07925244817 10.00am – 11.15am Junior Golf Coaching, Spalding Golf Club, T: 01775 680474 10.00am – 11.00am Tennis Training, (9 -12 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 11.00am – 12.00noon Tennis Training, (13 -18 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230 11.15am - 12.15am Little Warriors 4-11 Martial Arts, Long Sutton Market House, 9 Market Street, Long Sutton PE12 9DD.

❖ SUNDAY 10.30am - 12noon Family Taekwondo, Castle Sports Complex, T: 01775 760190 E: kay.temple9@gmail.com 11.00am – 12.00 noon Tennis Training, (11-14 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230

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