Your Lincoln - Winter 2016 by City of Lincoln Council

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Winter 2016

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Lincoln Transport Hub

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Boultham Park

Christmas in Lincoln Awards success for housing apprentices

Are you ready for winter? Lincoln Christmas Market Sporting opportunities in your area

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Recycling

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City centre celebrations

More activities on offer for sporty kids

‘Tis the season...

Get in the Christmas spirit at the 34th Lincoln Christmas Market. More than 200 stalls set against the unrivalled backdrop of the city’s stunning cathedral and impressive castle. See pages 11-14 for all the information you’ll need, and check out pages 22-23 for more events.

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What’s On

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Unearthing Lincoln’s past Thousands of artefacts buried deep since the 12th to 19th centuries have been uncovered during a dig under the city’s old bus station. As work begins on a transport hub fit for the future, City of Lincoln Council took the opportunity to explore the past during a 10-week archaeological excavation. Gavin Glover, Project Manager for Allen Archaeology, said: “This was one of the largest digs ever to take place in Lincoln and in an area that hasn’t really been excavated before, so it was really exciting to be involved. “The numerous remains tell us much about the use of the area during the medieval and later periods, and have the potential to greatly increase our understanding of the evolution of this area of Lincoln.” The earliest remains found date to the 12th and 13th centuries and indicated that the area probably was very wet and prone to flooding. Large quantities of sand were brought onto the site to raise the ground level and construct a series of low terraces – a considerable undertaking – to bring the area into productive use.

Archaelogists also found large dumps of domestic rubbish from the medieval period, including hundreds of bone and pottery fragments. Gavin said: “These finds give us a great deal of information about the lives of the local population – from what they were eating through to what the pottery that they used looked like.” The medieval remains were buried beneath later remains which mainly related to the use of the site during the 19th and 20th centuries as the Crown Brewery. The brewery once extended across the site of the old bus station and under the present day Lincolnshire Co-op. Councillor Neil Murray said: “This was a hugely exciting opportunity to dig deeper into Lincoln’s history and find out more about a previously unexplored part of the city centre.” Find out more about the excavation at www.lincoln.gov.uk/transporthub

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Keeping Lincoln connected

Work on one of the most significant schemes to take place in Lincoln is under way and on track to transform the city centre by 2018.

Council Leader Ric Metcalfe said: “We Construction of the £30 million Lincoln know there will be many people glad to Transport Hub began in September. see the old bus station gone. More than Since then, contractors Willmott Dixon seven million passengers use the buses Construction have been clearing the area every year and it simply wasn’t fit for around Oxford Street and Norman Street, purpose. while archaeologists took the opportunity “But the transport hub is about so to excavate under the former bus station. much more than a new bus station. This Demolition of the old bus station was development will set to start as this revitalise the city magazine was going to print, and due to “By bringing our transport facilities centre by making finish in January. into the 21st century, the hub will it easier to get into Led by City of around the act as a catalyst for future growth” and Lincoln Council, city, helping to ease the transport hub congestion and scheme will deliver a new, modern bus creating an enhanced gateway to Lincoln for station, 1,000 space multi-storey car park everyone who lives, works or visits the city. and attractive pedestrian plaza connecting “By bringing our transport facilities into the new facilities with the railway station the 21st century, the hub will act as a and the city centre. catalyst for future growth, encouraging

further investment and supporting Lincoln’s identity as a tourist destination. “Together with a number of other positive things happening in the city – the opening of the East West Link Road, the Cornhill Quarter regeneration, pedestrianisation of part of the High Street and an Eastern Bypass – this is a hugely exciting time for Lincoln. “Inevitably building a scheme of this size in the heart of the city centre will cause some disruption, but we ask people to please be patient while we lay the foundations for the city’s future.” The city council continues to work closely with the Department for Transport and partners Lincolnshire Co-op, Network Rail, East Midlands Trains, Lincolnshire County Council and the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership to deliver the scheme.

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Keep Lincoln moving while it’s improving Why drive when you can ride?

Why pay to park when you can cycle in for free? Beat the traffic by using your bike or, if you don’t have one, just hop on one of Lincoln’s 100 Hirebikes, found at 19 locations across the city. Casual hire is £2 an hour, or become a member and get the first 30 minutes free, with just £1 an hour after. There’s a broad network from Burton Waters to Skellingthorpe Community Centre, to the shopping areas of Lincoln to Hykeham train station. Visit www.hirebikelincoln.co.uk for more information and to sign up.

One stop bus hop

The city council and partners celebrate work starting on Lincoln Transport Hub

Timeline 16 August 2016

Received confirmed £11 million funding from the Department for Transport

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Temporary bus station opens in Tentercroft Street

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Norman Street and Oxford Street closed as construction begins

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Archaeologists investigate under the former bus station as work begins to clear the rest of the site

November January

Demolition of the old bus station

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Construction of car park and bus station begin

December 2017

Opening of new bus station

February 2018

Opening of multi-storey car park and completion of Lincoln Transport Hub

The temporary bus station operates from Tentercroft Street, but if you want to get into the city centre you can stay on the bus, or transfer to a different bus that stops outside the old bus station, at no extra cost. The ‘one stop bus hop’ runs from Stand G using Stagecoach services 7, 8, 17 and 18. Simply show the bus driver your single or return ticket within one hour of arriving. PC Coaches offers a similar service – please ask your bus driver for more details.

Plan your journey

Don’t sit in a queue – try something new! If you’re finding your journeys are taking a bit longer, why not try leaving at a different time, or taking a new route? You can find more details about diversions and public transport at www.lincoln.gov.uk/transporthub, or for bus times and routes visit www.lincsbus.info

For more details and further information on the scheme, including diversions and parking, go to www.lincoln.gov.uk/transporthub

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Shop Lincoln this Christmas Whether it’s unique gifts or festive food you’re after, you can get it all in Lincoln this Christmas. This year, the lights switch-on in the High Street on 17 November marks the start of an exciting six weeks, with events for the whole family, late night shopping and some fantastic parking offers. Lincoln is fortunate to be home to the largest number of independent businesses in the East Midlands, and the build up to Christmas is an especially good time to visit them and pick up great quality items at great prices, with a personal service. We spoke to some traders across the city about why we should all shop locally this Christmas…

Neil Bhalla has owned Dollar Jeans in Sincil Street for 26 years, selling children’s uniforms, occasional wear, babywear, men’s work wear, kingsize clothing and flags. He said: “Everybody agrees a new bus station and the multi-storey car park are long overdue. The wider picture looks fantastic but everyone has to work together in helping Lincoln become a more vibrant city in the future. The smaller businesses are the heart of the city and we mustn’t forget that. “We offer something unique that other stores don’t offer. “Small businesses do count and the independent shops are what help make Lincoln special. It’s about providing good service, variety and a pleasant environment for good customer experience.”

What’s On? Reindeer Parade – A parade of real reindeer will pull Santa and his sleigh from St Marks Shopping Centre, along Sincil Street and the High Street on 24 November. Follow the parade or watch as it passes by and get your photo taken with the reindeer and Santa at the post-parade display on City Square.

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Lincoln ice rink – Get your skates on at the outdoor ice rink in City Square, from 26 November to 1 January. The rink is open daily from 10am until 9pm and can be booked online at www. visitlincoln.com/icerink For more events see pages 22-23 and go to www.visitlincoln.com for more details.

Late night shopping – Late night shopping starts on 17 November – when the Christmas lights are switched on. Many shops will stay open until late on Thursdays until Christmas. Visit www.shoplincoln.co.uk for a full list of shops and offers, and don’t forget to take advantage of parking offers.

Matthew Felgate runs Bunty’s Tea Room on Steep Hill. He said: “Lincoln is the perfect place for Christmas shopping, in particular Bailgate and Steep Hill which offer a wide variety of independent businesses all selling unique, affordable, gifts for all ages. I like to call it Lincoln’s ‘Independent Mile’. You’ll find designer labels, vintage items, contemporary homewares, unique and quirky gifts, clothes, jewellery and artisan products all in the shadow of Lincoln Cathedral. By shopping with us you’ll be supporting local businesses, owned and run by local people - you can even claim exclusive discounts and offers in these shops with Lincoln Cathedral’s Community Card.”

Richard Baxter runs vintage sweet shop Goodies, at the bottom of Steep Hill. He said: “Independent businesses are the backbone of Lincoln. Most tourists come to Lincoln for the castle and the cathedral but it’s the independent shops that they can’t find anywhere else that keep them coming back. We’ve got a good mix of independent retailers and it’s important we don’t take that for granted. “The construction of the transport hub has had some effect on small businesses, but everybody can see the bigger picture. In 18 months’ time it’s going to be brilliant.”

Lisa Donini, Store Manager at Marks & Spencer in High Street, said: “Lincoln has an excellent mix and variety of shops. Whether you want to see the unique, special and different independent shops or the chain stores, you should be able to find what you need to suit your Christmas shopping budget this year. “Lincoln retailers are working really hard to ensure their shops are well stocked with the latest seasonal products and with staff that love helping customers . “We know that with the ongoing very exciting city infrastructure works, Lincoln’s shopping offer needs to be even more appealing this season, and so it’s really important that our shoppers come back to the shops they know, love and trust. Lincoln city is definitely open for business and we look forward to welcoming you back shopping this Christmas”

New regular events at Lincoln Central Market

Parking offers until 31 December At any City of Lincoln Council car park, arrive between 3pm and 6pm and pay just £2 for the rest of the day and into the evening. On Sundays, save 50 per cent on the cost of parking when you pay by phone. Park in St Marks shopping centre car parks for only £1.50 after 6pm every day, with free parking every Thursday after 5pm.

Bringing a taste of the traditional French Flea Market to the city centre, Brocante Lincoln recently started hosting monthly markets in the grade II listed Central Market. With up to 20 stalls, live music and quality coffee, Brocante Lincoln aims to become a destination shopping experience, showcasing a range of stylish antique, vintage and collectable homewares, alongside vintage clothing and accessories. Catherine Jenkins, from Brocante Lincoln, said: “This new monthly market is all about bringing together Lincolnshire’s very talented brocanteurs and artisans with their own take on all things vintage. “I have been passionate for some time now about creating a platform for like-minded designers and traders of decorative homewares and vintage finds. “Central Market Hall is a beautiful glassroofed, light-filled space, totally deserving of the carefully curated collections on offer. “Our first fair in September was well received and we’re looking forward to seeing our vision of this new shopping experience for Lincoln evolve and grow to support the permanent traders within Central Market.” Antony Angus, Recreational Services Team Leader at City of Lincoln Council,

said: “We are delighted to be working with Brocante Lincoln to provide this fair. This is one of a number of initiatives which we are looking into to provide interesting retails options within the market offer. “We hope that people will visit the market and the Sincil Street and Waterside area, which is very much open for business while works take place in the area.” Visitors to the Central Market can also find a wide variety of stalls from Monday to Saturday. These include pet food, secondhand books, clothes and shoe repairs. There are also stalls selling fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as plants and flowers, outside in City Square. These fresh produce stalls can be found inside the market while the ice rink is in City Square. The antiques fair will run on the third Saturday of every month between 9am and 4pm. For more information go to www.facebook.com/broacantelincoln

Christmas markets: Brocante Lincoln: 10 December, 9am – 4pm Sunbeam Craft and Gift Fair: 17 December, 9am – 4pm

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Make sure you’re using a ‘Trusted Landlord’ Over the last couple of years the city council has carried out a lot of work to help improve the quality of private rental housing in Lincoln. After consulting with landlords, letting agents, community groups and tenants, we are currently introducing the Trusted Landlord Scheme to recognise and promote professional standards in the private rented sector. The free scheme is voluntary and is an ‘umbrella scheme’, meaning it promotes existing accreditation schemes with one badge. Alan Jones, Private Housing Team Leader at the council said: “The Trusted Landlord scheme builds on the existing accreditation schemes. “For landlords, it will be public recognition of professional standards and an opportunity to engage with the council in a positive, supportive way. “For tenants and residents, it will help improve confidence in rented housing. We want to reach the position where new tenants routinely ask: “Is my landlord accredited?’”

One step closer to Local Plan The public examination of the Central Lincolnshire Local Plan is currently underway at the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel in Lincoln. This is the document that will guide growth in terms of new homes and industry, as well as highways developments, in Lincoln, West Lindsey and North Kesteven up to 2036. The examination will run for six weeks with the final two days – December 13 and 14 – taking place at City Hall, in Beaumont Fee, Lincoln. Go to www.central-lincs.org.uk for more information.

Charity walk raises funds for cancer care Lincoln’s first charity 5k walk was hailed a ‘great success’ after it raised almost £1,700 for MacMillan Cancer Support. The walk, organised by the city council, took in some of Lincoln’s famous landmarks around a three mile route of the city.

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Awards success for housing apprentices Everyone is entitled to a safe, warm home, and with 2,400 people on the waiting list for a council house, providing affordable housing to the people who need it most is one of the city council’s priorities. Our Housing Repairs Service is made up of various skilled officers, from painters to plasterers, roofers and tilers, who keep the city’s 8,000 council homes in the best possible condition. The talents of two of our apprentices were recognised recently in two different award schemes. Rhys Lynn, who has worked with us as an Apprentice Plasterer since September 2015, was awarded second place in the National Apprentice award at the APSE (Association for Public Sector Excellence) Housing, Construction and Building Seminar, in the Housing and Building (Building Skills) category. The city council was also given a trophy recognising its commitment to apprenticeships. Rhys, aged 22, of Lincoln, said: “I’ve always wanted to do something hands-on and when the opportunity came up to join the city council as an Apprentice Plasterer it was ideal. “I’ve learned so much over the last year that has given me a skill for life, and I’d recommend apprenticeships to anyone. It’s been great to learn and at the same time know what I’m doing is helping people.”

Jessica Duerden has worked as an Apprentice Painter in the council’s Empty Homes Team for about a year, helping to redecorate empty properties ready for a new tenant. Jess, aged 18, from Lincoln, recently won the regional heat of the Johnstone’s Young Painter of the Year 2016 and will be attending the national final in Coventry this month. She said: “I really enjoy my work and reaching the final of a national award is a bonus. We work to turn round empty properties as quickly as possible so that they can provide a much-needed home to a new tenant.” Improving the time taken to prepare empty properties has been a priority of the council this year, and it now takes just 24 days to make a house ready, a reduction from 35 days the year before. The council offers a range of apprenticeships in different areas. For more information and vacancies go to www.lincoln.gov.uk/apprenticeships

SPARKing the imagination

Restoration project at Lincoln park gets off the ground!

Do you know what the Statue of Liberty, Taj Mahal and Rock of Gibraltar have in common? They were all powered by a vaporising oil engine - made in Lincoln! Spark Engineering Festival, a fun and informative three day celebration of the city’s engineering past, present and future, returns to Lincoln Cathedral in 2017. Organisers are busy planning to make 2017 an even bigger success and will be introducing a theme - ‘Lincoln around the World.’ The event promises to be another fascinating weekend, showcasing the rich and diverse engineering sector here in the city and surrounding area. Come and have a go at some of the many interactive activities that will be available for all ages, come and talk to local engineers, learn what they do and how to become an engineer. Discover interesting facts not only about Lincoln’s engineering heritage but also Lincoln’s contribution to engineering worldwide and how it impacts on our daily lives. So put the dates 5 -7 May 2017 in your diary and find out more at www.visitlincoln.com/spark

Work has now started on the £4.1 million transformation of Boultham Park and the future is looking bright for one of Lincoln’s best-loved green spaces. Last month (October) saw the groundbreaking ceremony to mark the official start of restoration work, and the first cut of soil was dug by the Mayor of Lincoln, Cllr Yvonne Bodger. Representatives from the Boultham Park Restoration Project, a joint scheme by City of Lincoln Council and the charity Linkage, were in attendance, along with local schoolchildren, residents and supporters. Martin Shelton, Principal at Linkage College said: “We are very excited to see the initial works starting on this fantastic site. Our first Open Day for prospective students will be in November and it will be great to be able to show them that work has already begun.” Councillor Donald Nannestad, the council’s Portfolio Holder for Recreational Services and Health, said: “Our parks and open spaces are an important part of the city. Not only do they provide an attractive and pleasant environment for people to visit, they help people to lead healthy lifestyles and discover the great outdoors.

“Boultham Park’s rich heritage means it has even more to offer, and we’re looking forward to seeing the park restored to a better reflection of its former glory.” The £4.1 million project for a range of improvements at the park was given the green light to proceed thanks to £2.7 million funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Big Lottery Fund. A fundraising campaign is also underway. Improvements will include a new café, an education centre and the footprint of the old Boultham Hall – which was on the site until 1959 - will be depicted. The plans also include the restoration of key heritage features such as the bandstand, fountain garden, bridges and sun dial, as well as improved lighting, CCTV, new signs and park furniture. Watch this space! To find out more or to volunteer call the Boultham Park Team on 01522 503180 /boulthampark

Residents’ Parking Schemes The consultation for the latest Residents’ Parking Scheme has now closed. It was held to gather more information about whether residents think their area would benefit from a reduction to the limit of permits issued. This would a change be from a current maximum of three, to a new maximum of two per household. The consultation was started after councillors listened to the concerns of residents, who contacted them to raise the issue of overcrowded parking in some residential areas of the city. More information will be available at www.lincoln.gov.uk when we have considered the results of the consultation.

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Support services 24 hours a day – remain independent, at home for longer!

Are you ready for winter?

Ever been in a situation where you

wished that you could summon help at the push of a button? Wished that there was always someone to call on, 24 hours a day? You can now benefit from such a service thanks to the LinCare Control Centre, which currently helps to support around 5,000 elderly and vulnerable people in the Midlands. The service is now available to many more people of all ages and circumstances who could benefit from a cost effective system that delivers a multitude of benefits including: • 24/7 response and referral service should you fall or become ill • reduced fear and improved sense of safety, security and self-confidence • assist carers in their role and so improve their quality of life At its simplest, the basic system provided is a base unit and a push button 'pendant’ worn around the neck or on the wrist. Activating the alarm opens a handsfree, two-way communication between the wearer and a trained operator at the LinCare 24/7 Control Centre. The cost of the basic service is £2.88 per week or £150 per year, including: • Rental of Lifeline with Pendant. • Regular contact from Supported Housing Officer. • Annual maintenance check. • Regular update of personal details. • 24 Hour Control Centre contact with trained operators. All you need is a working outgoing telephone socket and a plug socket nearby (the current household phone simply plugged directly into the alarm unit). To sign up or for more information visit www.lincoln.gov.uk/lincare, call the LinCare Control Centre on 01522 544813 or email lincare@lincoln.gov.uk

For many, winter can be a challenging time, with the colder, darker months made all the more challenging by higher gas and electricity bills. By joining with others to change your energy provider, you could get a much cheaper rate, saving up to hundreds of pounds on your fuel costs this year. Lincolnshire Energy Switch is a collective scheme – the more residents and businesses that sign up, the better deal energy suppliers can offer. Householders who signed up for the most recent round of the scheme could save an average of £200 each on their energy bills following an auction between energy companies. It’s free to register, and there’s no obligation to accept the offer, so there’s nothing to lose. If you haven’t signed up yet don’t worry, there’s still time. Simply register at www. lincoln.gov.uk/sitch between 6 December and 13 February 2017. Alternatively, you can free phone 0800 048 8439 from 8am until 5.30pm, Monday to Fridays.

Get online

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Whether you want to pay your council tax, find a job or apply for benefits, our digital champions are here to help you. There are 20 computers at City Hall available for public use, as well as facilities at St Giles Neighbourhood Office and Hartsholme Community Centre. At City Hall, our digital champions can help with anything from registering for benefits, searching for a job, or writing a CV. Lincoln resident Adam McGrath recently gained a full-time job after volunteering as a digital champion.

Could you get a little extra?

Did you know if you were born on or before 5 May 1953 you could be entitled to a Winter Fuel Payment? You could get between £100 and £300 tax-free to help pay your heating bills. If you collect a state pension you should receive the payment automatically, but if not you can make a claim at www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment City of Lincoln Council’s Welfare Advice Team is on hand to offer confidential advice about your money, welfare and benefits from Monday to Friday, 9am until 4.30pm. Pop into City Hall, email welfare@lincoln.gov.uk or call 01522 873382.

Rob Kay, Benefits Team Leader, said: “Doing things online is often quicker, cheaper and easier than the alternatives, and computer skills are so important nowadays. “Not only do our digital champions help others to improve their skills but, at the same time, by volunteering they are helping themselves.” If you’re interested in volunteering please contact Rob Kay at robert.kay@lincoln.gov.uk or call on 01522 873767.

Lincoln Christmas Market One of the most popular events in the city’s calendar, the awardwinning Lincoln Christmas Market will transform the cathedral quarter into a festive wonderland this 1 to 4 December. Find out everything you need to know to enjoy the event in our market pull-out guide.

Thursday December 1: 12pm – 9.30pm Friday December 2 – Saturday December 3: 10am – 9.30pm Sunday December 4: 10am – 7pm

Twitter: @lincolnelf www.lincoln-christmasmarket.co.uk www.facebook.com/lincolnchristmas

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Did you know…? Lincoln brought the first traditional German Christmas market to the UK as part of its friendship and twinning with the town of Neustadt in Germany, and the German link is still strong. The Market Makers will be returning to help people find what they need, answering questions, giving directions or just spreading the festive cheer. Parents and guardians can collect free wristbands from the Visitor Information Centre in Castle Hill, at the Park and Ride station or from stewards at the event, to make sure they can be contacted, should anyone get lost or separated. Cheeky elf Jingle has been adding magic to the Christmas market since 2009, when his sleigh crash landed in the city. He can often be found on Twitter giving all the latest news and making sure everyone is having a good time. Please say hello by tweeting @lincolnelf and let him know what you think of the market. We’re also on Instagram – please share your photos using #lincolnchristmasmarket

Thank you! We appreciate your patience during the staging of the market, and hope you will join us and enjoy the event. People living near the market area should have received a newsletter with more information of traffic and access arrangements. Full details of road closures and restrictions can be found on the residents’ page of our website – www.lincoln-christmasmarket.co.uk Access passes will be sent to every residential household in the area and passes for businesses are available on request.

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We could not hold this amazing event without the support of local people who can be inconvenienced by it. As always, we want to say a huge thank you for complying with the various restrictions and helping the event continue for the benefit of the whole city - it is greatly appreciated. We hope you have a fabulous festive season, a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Free wristbands will be available to collect from the Visitor Information Centre in Castle Hill, at the Park and Ride station and from stewards on all entrances to the market. Parents can write a contact number on the back of the band and should groups get lost or separated, a steward can arrange for the child to be reunited with their parent.

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Lincoln City FC Sport and Education Trust is working in areas of Park and Abbey wards of Lincoln. Mondays: Recovery Community Football 2.30-4.30pm - Sincil Bank 3G (referral needed) Ages 16+ £2 Welton Soccer Schools 5-6pm – Manor Park 3G – Ages 7-11 £2 Zumba 7.30-8.30pm – St Michaels Church Doddington Road – Ages 16+ £2 Wednesdays: Get Onside Football 5.30-7pm - Sincil Bank 3G – ages 16+ FREE Thursday: Badminton 6-7pm - Deans Sport and Leisure – ages 16+ FREE Disability Community Football 2-3pm – Sincil Bank 3G – ages 16+ FREE Saturdays: LCFC Fitness Bootcamp 9-10am – Deans Sport and Leisure- Ages 16+ £2 LCFC Futsal 3.30-5.00pm – Deans Sport and Leisure – ages 16+ £3 Extra Time Football 6-7pm - Sincil Bank 3G – Ages 6-18 £1

www.lincoln.gov.uk

Sporting opportunities in your area As the nights draw in and the temperature drops it can get harder to stay active. But there are plenty of opportunities to get involved in sports and fitness activities across Lincoln during the winter months. Active Lincoln is a project that aims to provide sporting and fitness opportunities for people in the community. Run by City of Lincoln Council, together with Positive Futures, The Showroom and Lincoln City Football Club Sport and Education Trust, the scheme aims to provide better access for sport in areas of the city where it is most needed. Thanks to £250,000 funding from Sport England, along with £25,000 from Barclays Spaces for Sport and £5,000 from Positive Futures, these organisations have developed a programme of activities for young people, families, people with disabilities and the elderly. Support and training for volunteers is also on offer. Cllr Donald Nannestad, Portfolio Holder for Recreational Services and Health at the city council, said: “Apart from the obvious health benefits, taking part in sport fosters a sense of community and makes people feel good about themselves. We hope to increase the number of people taking part in at least one session of physical activity each week. “Regular low-cost weekly sports sessions at various venues, together with taster days and family fun days, will bring sport to local communities in a supportive environment.”

Christmas waste collections

Disposing of dog waste – keep our streets clean

More waste is generated around Christmas than at any other time of the year, so make sure you know when your waste will be collected. This year, only those households due a collection on Monday 26 December will see a change to their collection day. Refuse, recycling and garden waste collections due for that day will instead be taken on Saturday 24 December. All other collections will remain as normal, including those from Tuesday 27 until Friday 30 December, and Monday 2 to Friday 6 January 2017. Please remember waste must be out by 7am to ensure it is collected.

How should I get rid of my Christmas tree?

Real Christmas trees can be cut up and placed in green bins for those who pay for the garden waste service. For anyone who doesn’t, we will collect Christmas trees that are placed at the kerbside on the same day as their black bin, from 9 January through to 20 January 2017. Trees must be out by 7am and won’t necessarily go at the same time as the bin is emptied. Artificial Christmas trees will not be collected.

There are hundreds of litter and dog waste bins around the city, but did you know you can dispose of your dog waste in a litter bin, and vice versa? By doing this, it means there should always be somewhere close by to dispose of your rubbish and your dog waste. It also means that, over time, the council can save money by using one bin instead of two at one location. If a bin isn’t available it is important you take your dog waste home and place it in your black wheelie bin. Leaving your dog waste because you couldn’t find a bin will incur a cost for fly-tipping.

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Broken glass should be securely wrapped in newspaper and placed in a black bin or purple bag. For more information on recycling visit www.lincoln.gov.uk/recycling

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STUDIO3 TIMETABLE: Monday: 9am-midday Softplay (Under 5s)

More activities on offer for sporty kids A brilliant new studio has launched in Lincoln in a bid to get more kids active and enjoying sport in the city.

5.15pm-5.45pm Studio cycling (11-16) 5.15pm-6.15pm RugbyPlay (7-11) 5.30pm-6.30pm Dance4loor (11-16) Tuesday: 10.30am-11.30am Imagination Play (Under 5s)

4.15pm-5pm Yoga (7-11) 5pm-5.45pm Yoga (11-16) 5pm-8pm 3play3Bball (11+) 6pm – 6.45pm Judo (11-16)

Whether you want to try studio cycling, judo, street basketball, street football, dance, yoga, RugbyPlay or many more activities – you will find them at Yarborough Leisure Centre’s Studio3 in Lincoln. There’s even a Rock School! Leading sport and exercise charity Active Nation came up with this exciting plan as part of its bold mission to persuade the nation to be active. Active Nation’s Louise Vacca said: “We passionately believe that everyone should be getting active and we didn’t want to leave school age children out of our campaign.! “We want Studio3 to be a motivational yet unintimidating space where children and young people can actively be involved in something exciting and somewhere that belongs to them – their own space away from everything else.” Right now more than one in three children are overweight or obese before they leave primary school – increasing their risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease and many other serious and potentially life threatening conditions. Louise added: “With Studio3 we are giving young people in Lincoln and the surrounding villages the opportunity to come and have fun and try lots of different sports and other ways to get active. “We still have our popular pool sessions, swimming and diving lessons, trampolining, basketball and other activities – but we wanted to expand on these and offer more to those aged 7-16 years old.” During the daytime the Riseholme Road venue also offers brilliant sessions for the under 5s – including Softplay in a brand new inflatable zone and Imagination Play where bubbleology, fun and music are the main focus. For more information give the team a call on 01522 304400, pop down for a chat or visit: www.activenation.org.uk/venues/ yarborough-leisure -centre Why not check it out for yourself? Simply cut out the voucher and contact the venue to arrange a FREE class for anyone aged 16 and under – take your pick from the action packed timetable! All Studio3 sessions cost just £2 or £1 for Studio Cycling. Monthly and annual membership offers are also available where you can attend as many sessions for your age group as you can manage! For more information about Studio3 and all other memberships at Yarborough Leisure Centre please call 01522 304404.

Wednesday: 9am-midday Softplay (Under 5s) 5.15pm-5.45pm Studio cycling (11-16) 6.30pm-8pm Rock School (11-16) Thursday: 4pm-5pm Junior MultiSports (8-11) FREE 5pm-8pm Street Football (11+) 5.15pm-6pm B-Fit Bootcamp (11-16) Friday: 9am-midday Softplay (Under 5s) 5pm-5.45pm Junior Dance (7-11) FREE 5.15pm-5.45pm Studio Cycling (11-16) Saturday: Softplay available for parties.

www.lincoln.gov.uk

City centre celebrations

Food, face painting and fun for all ages - that was the theme of a family fair held in the Cornhill in September.

The event was put on by Lincoln’s Muslim community to celebrate Eid Al-Adha, one of the two major festivals in the Muslim calendar. It was free to attend and attracted a lot of interest from people of all walks of life. There were several stalls where people could learn about traditional Islamic dress, get free food and sweets, have a henna tattoo and get their hands dirty planting seeds with Green Synergy. The kids were kept entertained all day with giant games and colouring. The Mayor and Sheriff of Lincoln joined in and were treated to a demonstration of Islamic dress and customs. Councillor Rosie Kirk, Portfolio Holder for Social Inclusion and Community Cohesion at the city council said: “It is fantastic to see events like this taking place in Lincoln, and it shows what an inclusive and multi-cultural city we live in. “It was a great day, enjoyed by everyone regardless of their faith, and I’d like to thank the Muslim community of Lincoln for organising it and making it such a great success.”

Your councillors Abbey Ward

Castle Ward

Birchwood Ward

Hartsholme Ward

Kathleen Brothwell T: 530289 kathleen.brothwell@lincoln.gov.uk

Donald Nannestad (Deputy Leader) T: 545831 donald.nannestad@lincoln.gov.uk

Paul Gowen T: 687717 paul.gowen@lincoln.gov.uk

Ron Hills T: 878352 ronald.hills@lincoln.gov.uk

Rosanne Kirk T: 684990 rosanne.kirk@lincoln.gov.uk

Andrew Kerry T: 07879 474548 andrew.kerry@lincoln.gov.uk

Eddie Strengiel T: 884688 edmund.strengiel@lincoln.gov.uk

Biff Bean T: 07767 432090 biff.bean@lincoln.gov.uk

Witham Ward

Park Ward

Thomas Dyer T: 07910 928504 thomas.dyer@lincoln.gov.uk

Chris Burke T: 279427 chris.burke@lincoln.gov.uk

Keith Weaver T: 871075 keith.weaver@lincoln.gov.uk

Sue Burke T: 279427 sue.burke@lincoln.gov.uk

Jane Loffhagen T: 07587 285132 jane.loffhagen@lincoln.gov.uk

Helena Mair T: 520662 helena.mair@lincoln.gov.uk

Fay Smith T: 875817 fay.smith@lincoln.gov.uk Peter West T: 528010 peter.west@lincoln.gov.uk

Boultham Ward Gill Clayton-Hewson T: 803793 gill.clayton-hewson@lincoln.gov.uk Gary Hewson T: 803793 gary.hewson@lincoln.gov.uk Ralph Toofany T: 885802 ralph.toofany@lincoln.gov.uk

Carholme Ward Tony Speakman T: 528222 tony.speakman@lincoln.gov.uk Karen Lee T: 546065 karen.lee@lincoln.gov.uk Neil Murray T: 873533 neil.murray@lincoln.gov.uk

Did you know you can find out more about your own councillors, including how to contact them and details of their ward surgeries, by going to www.lincoln.gov.uk/councillors

Correct as of 1 August 2016

Jim Hanrahan T: 415791 jim.hanrahan@lincoln.gov.uk Loraine Woolley T: 543889 loraine.woolley@lincoln.gov.uk

Minster Ward Liz Maxwell T: 07463 584823 liz.maxwell@lincoln.gov.uk Yvonne Bodger T: 520083 yvonne.bodger@lincoln.gov.uk Naomi Tweddle T: 07495 536790 naomi.tweddle@lincoln.gov.uk

Moorland Ward Bob Bushell T: 870625 bob.bushell@lincoln.gov.uk Geoff Ellis T: 683620 geoff.ellis@lincoln.gov.uk Adrianna McNulty T: 07950 885430 adrianna.mcnulty@lincoln.gov.uk

Glebe Ward Jackie Kirk T: 07531 022876 jackie.kirk@lincoln.gov.uk Richard Metcalfe (Leader) T: 720960 richard.metcalfe@lincoln.gov.uk Patrick Vaughan T: 534044 pat.vaughan@lincoln.gov.uk

Party Key: Labour Conservative

Students play their part in city life From charity fashion shows to supporting other young people, and even organising a city centre music festival – students and young people living in Lincoln are having a positive impact on the city.

The city council has worked closely with young people, often in the most deprived areas of the city, who have voluntarily given up their time to organise events and support activities aiming to strengthen communities, bring people together and foster good community spirit. The University of Lincoln enrols about 3,000 new students every year, and strongly encourages them to get involved in their new communities. Jane Kilby, Employability and Volunteering Manager at the university’s Students’ Union, said: “Each year we have hundreds of students who are involved in volunteering supporting more than 100 different charities and local community organisations. “Our volunteers are passionate about supporting local causes and commit thousands of volunteer hours to projects. “Students feel very strongly about giving something back to the community they live in and want to make a positive difference to those they volunteer with and for. The Students’ Union remains committed to supporting students in these endeavours.” Councillor Rosanne Kirk, the city council’s Portfolio Holder for Social Inclusion and Community Cohesion, added: “Young people, including students, contribute in making Lincoln a vibrant and creative city with their enthusiasm. It’s fantastic to see so many young people getting involved in improving their communities.”

Eleni Taylor

Abbey resident Eleni Taylor started the Big Gig festival in the Arboretum when she was just 15. The annual festival is a free event featuring live music, stalls, food and kids activities - 2016’s event attracted more than 1,000 people. The volunteers who made the event happen have since become an established community group, Action LN2. Eleni, now 19, said: “The Big Gig was inspired by a national project to put events on all over the country with the simple aim of bringing the community together through music. “I think it is so important for people to take pride in what they do and in their community no matter their age. There been so many opportunities and the chance to meet amazing people, it has changed me as a person. I have so much more confidence than I did before. “I would encourage anyone to become involved in voluntary work, it is so rewarding. There is a lot of hard work but for it all to come together is an amazing feeling. I wanted to get involved as I wanted to see a positive change in my community.”

Georgia Pengelly

Currently in her second year at the University of Lincoln, sociology student Georgia Pengelly is supporting other young people in the city through a new role at The Network. Georgia, aged 23, volunteered for The Network earlier this year before being offered a part-time post. The Network is a one-stop shop providing advice and information on housing, finances, health and employment.to young people Georgia said: “I recently helped a young man gain some work experience, which built his confidence, enabled him to develop his CV and has now helped him get a full time job. “I’ve been fortunate to get a job from volunteering, which shows what it can lead to. I’d recommend it to anyone – it’s valuable work experience and gives you transferable skills. You can learn so much by giving up your time.”

Chantelle Ho

Fashion student Chantelle Ho lives in the Sincil bank area and stayed in Lincoln over the summer to volunteer every day on a community project in the area, sewing clothes on the street and inviting members of the community to create their own garments. This culminated in a street fashion show, to which all local residents were invited. Chantelle, aged 22, said: “I wanted to do something fun over the summer and was asked if I’d do some sewing, working with the community. We got residents involved, printing the colours and fabrics they wanted. “We had lots of people coming to speak to us. One local woman made us lunch some days, and a homeless man offered to help. We’re now trying to help him get accommodation. “Volunteering in the community makes you feel at home. I’ve got to know my neighbours and it’s made me feel I’m more a part of Lincoln.”

www.lincoln.gov.uk

What’s On November ‘Light up a Life’ Torchlight Procession

Our Lady of Lincoln Church November 22, 6.15pm to 9pm

Join St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice to celebrate, remember and reflect during the festive season. 01522 540300 becky.otter@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Reindeer Parade

St Marks to City Square November 24, 6pm – 8pm

Where would Santa be without his faithful reindeer? During the Reindeer Parade, Santa rides his sleigh through the city pulled by real reindeer. The parade begins at St Marks Shopping Centre at 6pm and the reindeer will be in City Square from around 7pm until 8pm. The reindeer are from the only herd of reindeer in Britain and will be travelling from Cairngorms in Scotland. Their parades and appearances in the festive season help to fund their care through the rest of the year. 01522 545458 events@lincolnbig.co.uk

Advent Carol Service

Lincoln Cathedral November 26, 6pm to 7pm

In the lead up to Christmas, join the Lincoln Cathedral Choir in an evening of carols to signal the beginning of Advent. 01522 561600 visitors@lincolncathedral.com

Lincoln Ice Rink

City Square November 26 – January 1, 2017 10am to 9pm

Get your skates on at Lincoln’s outdoor, city centre ice rink for a truly festive experience. 01522 717118 icerink@lincolnbig.co.uk

December Lincoln Christmas Market Cathedral Quarter December 1 - December 4

Lincoln’s Cathedral Quarter is taken over by stalls, entertainers and seasonal themes for four days of festive entertainment and shopping at the famous Lincoln Christmas Market.

Lincoln Drill Hall’s 2016 family pantomime will retell the story of Beauty and the Beast in spectacular fashion. 01522 873894 www.lincolndrillhall.com/events/ beauty-the-beast

A Victorian Christmas

Artists’ Market

A host of Victorian characters will be in full swing preparing for Christmas in the house and shops at the Museum of Lincolnshire Life.

The Artists’ Market offers visitors the chance to view and buy a variety of beautiful, hand-crafted, and unique pieces of artwork and crafts.

Museum of Lincolnshire Life December 3, 10am to 4pm

01522 782040 lincolnshirelife_museum @lincolnshire.gov.uk

Christmas Wreath Making

Hartsholme Country Park December 4 and December 6 / 10am-12.30pm & 1.30pm-4pm

Join the rangers and try your hand at this traditional Christmas craft and make you very own wreath for your home. Charge to be confirmed. Booking is essential. 01522 873735 hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk

Cinderella

New Theatre Royal December 5 - January 8, 2017, All Day

Treat yourself and your loved ones to a fabulous fairy tale treat this Christmas at the New Theatre Royal starring Kerry Katona and Chris Johnson. 01522 519999 www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk/ shop/pantomime/cinderella

Carols on the High Street

Lincoln Cornhill December 8, 5.30pm to 7.30pm

01522 545233 events@lincolnbig.co.uk

www.lincoln.gov.uk

Lincoln Drill Hall December 9 - January 3, 2017 10:30am to 8pm

01522 873503 www.lincoln-christmasmarket.co.uk

Follow a Medieval Christmas tradition and enjoy carol singing in Lincoln city centre with the City of Lincoln Waites and Lincoln Beevor Band.

Beauty and the Beast

Castle Hill December 10, 10am to 4.30pm

01522 545458 events@lincolnbig.co.uk

A Ceremony of Carols

Lincoln Cathedral December 10, 2pm to 9pm

Enjoy a performance of Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols followed by a lanternlit tour of Lincoln Cathedral. 01522 561644 visitors@lincolncathedral.com

Santa Fun Run and Walk 2016 Castle Hill December 11, 11.30am to 6pm

The Santa Fun Run and Walk is the biggest festive fundraiser in Lincoln. Anyone wearing a Santa costume on the day can skate for half the price on the ice rink in the Cornhill. £10 (Children under 5 – free) www.lincolnsantafunrun.co.uk

Lantern Parade and Nativity

Lincoln Cornhill to Cathedral Quarter December 15, 6pm to 7.30pm

Join the children of Westgate Academy on a lantern parade through Lincoln ending with a traditional nativity play in Castle Square. 01522 842711 events@lincolnbig.co.uk

January Boultham Park Carol Service Friends’ Of the Church Of St. Helen’s, Boultham December 16, 7pm to 8pm

Contemporary carol service with acoustic guitar by local musician Alex Kirby. Procession from park bandstand to St Helen’s Church. Limited availability. 01522 503197 neville.coupland@linkage.org.uk

Toddler Time

Hartsholme Country Park December 16, 10am to 11am

Join the park rangers and dress to get messy for seasonal activities for the under 5s. £3.50 per child. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential. 01522 873735 hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk

Castle Hill Farmers’ Market Castle Square December 17, 9am to 4pm

Nestled between Lincoln’s breath-taking Cathedral and Castle, the Castle Hill Farmers’ Market is a truly unique experience that really has something for everyone.

01522 545458 visitorinformation@lincolnbig.co.uk

Christmas Trail

Hartsholme Country Park December 17 - 21, 12pm to 3pm

Father Christmas has lost his nine Reindeers - can you help find them? If you complete the trail it will lead you to a delicious and festive treat! £2.50 per child. Booking is essential.

February

Bird Feeder Making

Mosaic Making

Join the Rangers at the Park in making bird feeders to hang in your garden, which will help our native birds thrive during the cold spell.

Join Park Rangers to take part in making your very own mosaic tile to take home. There is a charge of £3.50 per child for this event and booking is essential.

01522 873735 hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk

Toddler Time

Junk Boats

Join Park Rangers and dress to get messy for seasonal activities for the under 5’s. There is a charge of £2.50 per child for this event.

Join the Park Rangers and let your imagination run wild and create your very own Junk Boat from recycled materials. There is a charge of £3.50 per child for this event and booking is essential.

Hartsholme Country Park January 15, 1pm to 2.30pm

Hartsholme Country Park January 20, 10am to 11am

01522 873735 hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk

Brocante Lincoln

Lincoln Central Market January 21, 9am to 4pm

A monthly home wares and flea market held in Lincoln’s indoor Central Market.

Hartsholme Country Park February 14, 1pm to 2.30pm

Hartsholme Country Park February 16, 1pm to 2.30pm

01522 873735 hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk

National Bird Box Week

Boultham Park February 2017 (Dates to be confirmed)

07811462355 info@brocantelincoln.com

Organised activities to show people how to make bird boxes and opportunity to place them in the park.

New Year, Clean Sweep

01522 503197 neville.coupland@linkage.org.uk

Boultham Park January 2017 (Dates to be confirmed) A series of organised park cleaning activities, for all ages, helping to keep the park tidy and develop community engagement in the new year. 01522 503197 neville.coupland@linkage.org.uk

All events listings are supplied by the venues and are correct at the time of printing.

01522 873735 hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk

Where to meet Santa in Lincoln Daily, 3-24 December Meet Santa - Waterside Shopping Centre 10-11, 17-18, 21-23 December An Audience with Father Christmas – Lincoln Castle

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