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WELCOME

igh summer is about Saturdays spent in the garden. It’s about Sunday afternoons spent picking your own strawberries and cruising around the county in a convertible on weekdays. Well at least, that’s how we see summer.

That’s why, in this edition, we interview the BBC’s garden guru Daphne Ledward at her home in Surfleet, then sample the finest freshly picked strawberries from the county’s Pick Your Own farms, and finally we cruise along Lincolnshire’s winding roads in Porsche’s latest 911 convertible. There’s a lot more to our July edition too. Our latest restaurant recommendation is San Pietro in Scunthorpe, serving delicious Mediterranean cuisine, if our delicious strawberry feature with recipes fails to whet your appetite.

We’re also featuring a gorgeous Victorian townhouse in our homes section, as styled by top interior designer Sophie Peckett, and we view a wide selection of outdoor furniture from James Oliver. Best wishes for a wonderful month,

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neWS & eVenTS

HOMeS & GarDenS

WHAT’S ON The best events in Lincolnshire this month.

EQUESTRIANISM The wonderful world of horses in Lincolnshire and the surrounding area.

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NEWS Our roundup of good news in and around the area for July.

THE INTERVIEW BBC’s gardening

expert Daphne Ledward provides us with a tour of her cottage garden.

EYE IN THE SKY We take the drone

to Humber Bridge to appreciate it from the skies.

WELCOME HOME A beautiful Victorian townhouse in Lincoln.

JAMES OLIVER Outdoor furniture from James Oliver.

ASHWOOD HOMES The latest showhome from Ashwood Homes.

WEDDING Leah and Lee’s lovely wedding day in Stubton Hall in Newark.

LaDIeS & GenTLeMen 100 FASHION Christian Louboutin’s brand

story and some of our favourite designer shoes with the famous red heel.

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122 MOTORS Porsche’s new 911.

DINING OUT Mediterranean San Pietro restaurant in Scunthorpe.

STRAWBERRIES Recipes and PYOs.

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ANNUAL BALL The Glitter Ball at the Petwood Hotel in Woodhall Spa.

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NEWS & EVENTS

Wine Tasting at Doddington Hall

HEAD TO DODDINGTON HALL THIS MONTH TO EXPERIENCE QUALITY WINES

DODDINGTON Join the farm Shop wine experts at Doddington Hall for a tutored tasting of six great summer wine from around the world. The chosen wines are perfect for a summer picnic or BBq. Wine tasters, nibbles and private discounted shopping are included in the £20 fee. “We now have a huge selection of wines from around the world, fantastic local gins and other spirits, and an increased range of local beers,” say wine experts Sarah and Christie at Doddington Hall. “There’s a bespoke area for us that has the distinct feeling of being in a wine cellar.” “for the last 18 months we have held Gin Masterclasses in our restaurant. With the wine area now open, we are now able to offer wine tasting evenings and more spirits masterclasses in the shop.” “Our first wine tasting was a sell out and we are very excited

to offer a full range of events this year. We run some of the events ourselves and for others, we invite some of our lovely suppliers to talk about their products.”

archaeologists Discover roman Skeletons...

ARCHAEOLOGISTS DISCOVERED 22 ROMAN SKELETONS IN LINCOLN AND A COUPLE HAD LOST THEIR HEADS...

“all of our staff went through a rigorous training programme, studying for the Wine and Spirit educational Trust. We passed our first exams with Merit and will continue our studies.”

“I love running our wine tasting evenings,” says Sarah. “They feel like entertaining friends and I get to try the amazing wines as well!” n Visit www.doddingtonhall.com.

LINCOLN 22 skeletons were recently uncovered by archaeologists in Lincoln including two with their decapitated heads at their feet from 2,000 years ago. The Holiday Inn on Brayford Wharf north is currently undergoing an extension when archaeologists were called in to uncover the skeletons of men, women and children from roman Lincoln. The uncovered site was a known cemetery for the earliest residents of Lincoln or Lindum Colonia as it was called in roman times - just outside the city walls.

Burials in the city centre of Lincoln would have been forbidden at the time. “One of the skeletons, who had been carefully placed in a wooden coffin, had been decapitated, presumably after death, with the head placed between the feet,” says Colin from PCaS archaeology. “a second decapitation burial also had the head placed between the feet with the body in a prone position (face down).” “as archaeologists, we label these things ‘deviant’, but decapitation burials, for example, are relatively common in roman Britain.” n

NEW MARKET FOR GAINSBOROUGH...

GAINSBOROUGH More than 20 traders joined the line up at the newly relaunched farmers’ and Craft Market on Gainsborough’s Market Street and the crowds and sunshine turned out to support them. Both old and new producers took part in the market with a fantastic range of locally produced food and handmade crafts from the monthly event’s new location on Market Street, linking Marshall’s Yard shopping centre with the town’s

Market Place where the twice weekly market is held. Town Crier roger Merrett was on hand to officially launch the market in its new location and the displays put on by the traders really gave him something to shout about. redhill farm, ellis fruit and Veg and Pickles Preserves were joined by new popular favourites, Lincolnshire Poacher and Mount Pleasant Bakery. n For more information, call 01427 810706 or visit marshallsyard.co.uk.

armed forces Homes...

THE GOVERNMENT BACKED FORCES HELP TO BUY SCHEME HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL THE END OF 2019

natural History Museum Comes to the Collection

a Dinosaur encounter exhibition will head to Lincoln from London’s natural History Museum for the first time this summer. People will be able to see their favourite dinosaurs at The Collection Museum on 13th July until 15th September. There will be impressive dinosaur models and animatronics and fossil replicas. The exhibition also features a model three quarters the size of a life-size T-rex. n LINCOLN

UNSWORTH SUGDEN Lovell Homes is encouraging armed forces personnel looking to take the first step onto the property ladder to enquire about the forces Help to Buy scheme available on homes at The Spires in Branston. The scheme is designed to help servicemen and women buy their own property, through borrowing up to 50% of their salary interest free. The Spires is offering a beautiful selection of 47 two, three and four-bedroom homes. Perfectly located in a lively community, The Spires is near to raf Waddington, Scampton, Digby and Coningsby. n See www.lovell.co.uk for more info.

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local recruiTmenT firm ambitions Personnel has invested £100,000 into new software. The business has 11 branches across the uk and specialises in the placement of permanent and temporary staff in the industrial and commercial sectors. It has invested in a new programme called adapt giving businesses looking to bolster their workforce faster turnaround times. n

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World TransplanT games a Grimsby mum, whose life was saved by a kidney transplant when she was just seven years old, will be representing Great Britain and at the World Transplant Games. Gemma Wardle had her transplant 27 years ago at St James Hospital when she was diagnosed with kidney failure. She needed kidney dialysis three times a week for four hours each time. The transplant entirely changed her life and allowed her to compete in sport and live a life she would not have been able to have lived beforehand. Gemma has picked up gold medals in table tennis and tennis events before and a silver medal in badminton, and will be competing in badminton, squash and tennis this time. The Games take place every two years, this year being held in newcastle. n

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NEWS & EVENTS

25 Years of Saving Lives in the air

20,000 MISSIONS, 24/7 FLYING DUE IN 2019: AIR AMBULANCE IS FLYING HIGH LINCOLNSHIRE Last month marked a very special milestone for the Lincs & notts air ambulance, as the Charity celebrated its 25th birthday with a dramatic demonstration. Since airlifting their very first patient on 13th May 1994, the Lincs & notts air ambulance has provided a life-saving Helicopter emergency Medical Service for the local community. To date, the Lincs & notts air ambulance has been called out to over 20,000 critically injured patients across Lincolnshire and nottinghamshire. To mark the Charity’s silver anniversary, the Lincs & notts air ambulance hosted a celebratory event for special guests at the fire and rescue Training Ground in Waddington. The event was attended by Charity ambassadors, clinical crew, trustees and former

LOCAL NEWS In Brief

HOMECOMING HOPES FOR MATTHEW FLINDERS

Donington residents have founded the Matthew Flinders Bring Him Home Group (MFBHHG). The remains of explore Flinders were discovered in January by archeologists working on the HS2 high speed rail project. The group wants the remains to be buried in St Mary and Holy Rood Church. n

patients who have been helped by the service over the last 25 years. The event started with a ‘mock mission’ on the day, where the life-saving crew

demonstrated how they are able to bring the equivalent of a hospital a&e department directly to the scene of an incident. The event brought together 25 former patients,

Snappy ending for Hayley NEAR-EXTINCT SPECIES OF CROC - JUST FOUR LEFT IN THE UK - LAYS EGGS AT WOODSIDE WILDLIFE PARK

representing one for each year of the Charity’s operation, who have been tended to since the service started flying in 1994. n See www.ambucopter.org.uk. LANGWORTH a species of crocodile native to Cambodia and all but extinct is set to come back from the brink with three snappy infants due to hatch as Pride goes to press. Woodside Wildlife Park’s neil Mumby, director of the park near Wragby, says there are only four of the Siamese crocs left in the uk. Lincolnshire’s Hayley and Scar, aged 16 and 32, yielded eight eggs, of which three are thought to be viable. The eggs are currently in an incubator with anticipation growing for a snappy ending. n Woodside is situated in Newball, and is open seven days a week. See www.woodsidewildlife.com.

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BINGHAMS FARM Lucasgate | Leverton | Boston | Lincolnshire | PE22 0AD

• Barns for Residential Conversion Set in 0.82 Acres

• Secluded 3 Bedroomed Farmhouse for Renovation • Gardens, Paddock and Parking Extending to Just Over 1 acre, 0.42 hectare • Over 5,000sqft of Agricultural Outbuildings • Attractive Rural Location

• Permitted Development Rights Granted February 2019

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2 THE CHASE Fishtoft | Boston | Lincolnshire | PE21 0AY

• Modern Three Bedroomed Detached Bungalow with Secluded Gardens No Onward Chain • Gas Fired Central Heating, Double Glazed Windows, Modern Fitted Kitchen with Separate Utility Room, En Suite to Master • Detached Single Garage with Gated Parking for 3 Cars and Attractive Private Gardens

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• Plans Show 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Kitchen/Dining, Utility and Lounge • Existing Buildings Extending to 175sqm, 1,885sqft approximately

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Gifting assets - know the rules! There are grandparents who will want to keep on giving: but how generous should they be? Wilkin Chapman Partner and inheritance tax specialist LisaJane Howes answers some important questions.

IT IS NATURAL that grandparents want to offer children and grandchildren support – they may be buying their first home, going to university or opening a bank account. While nominal sums from earnings or wages, along with Christmas and birthday presents or helping with living costs are no problem, care is certainly required when the ‘gifts’ go beyond that and it may be wise for anyone considering substantial giving to take trusted and sound advice before doing so. For example, did you know that people you ‘gift’ to could be charged Inheritance Tax if they are given more than £325,000 in any of the seven years before your death. None of us wish to think of a time when we are not here to see our children or grandchildren enjoying the ‘gifts’ we may have presented to them. However, we cannot see into the future and it is important that we understand the full implications of any substantial gifting.

You may ask, what is a gift? Quite simply it is anything that has a value, including money, property or possessions. When

“did you know that people you ‘gift’ to could be charged Inheritance Tax if they are given more than £325,000”

you think of it like that, you may soon realise that your ‘gifts’ to them could easily mount up.

For example, the price of an average detached house in Lincolnshire now stands at more than £250,000 and that clearly rises substantially depending on size and location. If you have a home worth more than the Inheritance Tax threshold and ‘gift’ it, then your death within seven years could come with a tax bill! ‘Selling’ at below the asking prices as a way of avoiding this Inheritance Tax will be picked up too – as the difference in value will count as a ‘gift’. There are certain things you can do with no inheritance tax implications:

annual gifts of up to £3,000 can be given; small ‘gifts’ of £250 to unlimited people (not to include those you have given £3,000 to); and gifts to charities and political parties are exempt. The main point here is to be careful, plan the future out and be clear about just what you can and cannot to do.

For advice on all aspects of estate and succession planning and inheritance tax, please contact Lisa-Jane on 01522 515971 email lisa-jane.howes@wilkinchapman.co.uk or visit wilkinchapman.co.uk

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equeSTrIanISM:

Hold Your Horses Horses have been intrinsically tied to humans throughout history, and they have helped us to make evolutionary steps forward. Our deep-rooted appreciation for horses has resulted in an enormous industry in equine entertainment and sport, especially in Lincolnshire... a means of transport, a useful tool in farming or an ally in war, the horse has played an enormous part in the story of human evolution. However, the 21st century would cruelly declare the horse dispensable - we have cars for transport, tractors for farming and tanks for war - if it wasn’t for the deep-rooted appreciation we have for the species. ere are now multiple industries dedicated to the horse in which lincolnshire is a key player. aside from hosting one of the biggest equine events in the world, our county is involved in almost every element of equestrianism. as we attend the lincolnshire show this month, we look into what makes our county a highlight in the world of horses... 1. scurry driving. You may have seen this peculiar sporting event at county shows before. it involves a pair of ponies pulling a carriage around a course of cones in an attempt to get the fastest time. usually, a ball is placed on top of the cones; for every ball knocked oﬀ, a time penalty is incurred. a course usually contains obstacles too, such as boxes or slaloms. What we particularly love about this branch of equine sports is the names of the ponies. e ponies are usually given names of famous pairings like Tom & Jerry or Bonny & clyde! ere are roughly 35 major scurry driving shows in the uK, and three main championships. Main: Scurry Driving. Words: Tilly Wilkinson. Photos: Lincs Show & Burghley Horse Trials.

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“The sport of show jumping originates from a law that forced hunters to jump over fences...”

Above: Heavy horses at a county show.

Right: Cross country at the Burghley Horse Trials. Opposite: The correct attire for someone in the dressage arena.

2. Heavy Horses. Whilst not technically not a sport, shire horses are still a highlight of county shows, and an enormous part of Lincolnshire’s history and heritage. They were bred for farm work, sharing common traits of strength, patience, and a docile temperament. Today, they’re used to compete in skills tests and obstacle driving, plus cross country trials at county shows and they’re incredible sights to see. The largest horse in recorded history was a Shire named Sampson (later Mammoth), who was born in 1846. He stood at an enormous 21.2 hands! To discover more about this incredible breed of horse, visit Northcote Heavy Horse Centre in Spilsby.

3. showjumping. This is a huge equine sport in our county and will certainly be a fixture at this year’s Lincolnshire Show. Its origins are quite unique. until the Inclosure act came into force in the 18th century, there had been little need for horses to jump fences. With this new act of Parliament came new challenges for fox hunters. The Inclosure act brought fencing and boundaries to the countryside, as common ground was often fought over amongst separate owners. This meant that those wishing to pursue their sport now needed horses that were capable of jumping these obstacles.

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It’s now a worldwide sport, and a key component to eventing. You’ll also see this sport at the Olympics. To win first place, the rider and his horse must complete the course as quickly as possible without making any mistakes. Mistakes, disobedience or going over the given time results in penalties.

4. dressage. Showjumping may have strict rules, but it doesn’t even come close to the rules involved in dressage. The sport’s main focus is to follow a set of rules. It’s often considered an art and the highest expression of horse training. Horse and rider are expected to perform from memory a series of moves. It’s a chance to ‘show off ’ your horse’s capabilities and its willingness to perform. Judges evaluate each movement and assign each movement a score from zero to 10, zero being ‘not executed’ and 10 being ‘excellent.’ The rules even extend to how the horse and rider should be presented as this discipline is about formality. It is sometimes described as horse ballet. 5. cross country. This is the third discipline involved in eventing. It’s an endurance test to prove the speed, endurance and jumping ability of a horse when it is well trained and brought to the peak of condition. It also serves to demonstrate the rider’s knowledge of pace and the horse’s power. The course is usually three to four miles and includes 24 to 36 obstacles. It’s a really tough test, requiring both the horse and rider to be in excellent physical shape, to be brave and to be trusting of each other.

The Grand Slam of eventing involves consecutively winning the Land rover kentucky Three Day event in Lexington, kentucky, the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials in Gloucestershire and our very own Land rover Burghley Horse Trials in Stamford. Pippa funnell in 2003 and Michael Jung in 2016, are the only riders to have achieved the Grand Slam since its inception in 1999. Winners receive an extra $350,000, in addition to winnings from each event. The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials are held on 5th - 8th September this year. 6. drag Hunting. This is conducted in a similar manner to fox hunting, with a field of mounted riders following a pack of foxhounds, but these hunters on horseback follow the trail of an artificial scent. The

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eVenTS: Lincolnshire’s Equine Calendar... BETWAY SUMMER PLATE LADIES DAY Saturday 20th July Dress to impress in Market rasen’s Ladies Day and try to win the Marshalls Yard Style award, www.thejockeyclub.co.uk.

BUCKMINSTER PARK Sunday 7th - 8th July for an eventing show, or even to compete yourself, head to Buckminster Park in early July. This event, hosted by the Tollemache family, is in aid of rainbows east Midlands Children’s Hospice and other local and national charities, www.buckminsterparkode.co.uk.

GRAND MEDIEVAL JOUST Saturday 3rd - 4th August Head to Lincoln Castle for a two day tournament of full contact jousting for the honour of Lincoln. four brave, armoured knights, mounted on horseback, will joust each day, www.lincolncastle.com.

VICTORIAN CIRCUS Saturday 17th - 18th August Be amazed at the galloping horses, jugglers and fire-breathers at Lincoln’s Victorian Circus. Colourful sideshows will fill the grounds with music to delight, amuse and entertain as horses gallop inside Lincoln Castle, www.lincolncastle.com.

LAND ROVER BURGHLEY HORSE TRIALS Thursday 5th - 8th September The Wimbledon of eventing, the Land rover Burghley Horse Trials is the premier equestrian and social event in the international sporting calendar and a focus for the best horses and riders in the world. There are usually 167,000 visitors over the four days, more than 600 carefully selected exhibitors, an average of 80 of the world’s top competitors and a prize fund of over £300,000. The 2019 official charity is the Jon egging Trust, www.burghley-horse.co.uk.

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“Polo is called the sport of kings. This is probably because the game was first played in England to train the king’s guard! It’s now a popular spectator’s sport...” course is set in a similar manner to a cross country course, following a route over jumps and obstacles. The scent is usually laid 10 to 30 minutes before the hunt and there are usually three to four scents laid over two miles each, for a day of hunting. 7. polo. Polo is a game played by two teams with the objective of scoring goals by hitting a small hard ball with a long wooden mallet, and through the opposing team’s goal. each team has four mounted riders, and the game usually lasts one to two hours, divided into periods called chukkas. The game originates from Persia (Iran) and is now known as the sport of kings, probably because it was used to train the king’s guard and cavalry units. It has become a spectator’s sport for equestrians and society. Lincolnshire has its own club.

8. Horse racing. Thoroughbred racing is probably the biggest equine sport in the world. It’s also one of the few forms of gambling that is legal in most parts of the world. It began in the 12th century, when english knights returned from Crusades with arabian horses. During the next four centuries, more arabian stallions were imported and bred to english mares to produce horses with speed and endurance. The nobility wagered privately on races between the fastest of the horses. During the reign of queen anne from 1702 to 1714, horse racing became a professional sport. Steeplechase horse racing derives from Ireland. It was their take on cross country thoroughbred horse racing in which they went from church steeple to steeple (hence steeplechase). The most famous steeplechase in the world is the Grand national since its inception in 1836, which usually offers a prize fund of around £1,000,000.

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9. shetland pony racing. There are many Shetland Pony races that take place in shows across Lincolnshire, the audiences of which watch on with ear-splitting smiles. There is something about seeing a race in miniature that’s really charming. It isn’t just cute though; it’s highly competitive. There is even a Shetland Pony Grand national held in London each year! 10. pleasure. finally, we use horses for pure pleasure. Whether that’s in the form of a medieval jousting reenactment at Lincoln Castle, a country hack down the bridleways that weave their way through the Lincolnshire countryside, or a gallop along the county’s coastline, horses bring so much joy to us.

There are horse riding schools across Lincolnshire if you want to get into the wonderful world of equestrianism, and if you don’t have the space to keep horses, there are also stables dotted all over the county.

There are more than 300 breeds of horse in the world today, developed for many different uses. We even use horses for therapy nowadays. There is just something about these beautiful majestic creatures that has captured the hearts and minds of humans throughout history and allowed us to get so close to them. They’ve provided an incredible service throughout our human history, and continue to provide a wonderful experience.

If you are at the Lincolnshire Show this year, find the time to head to the main ring during the equestrian events including showjumping and scurry driving to see these wonderful creatures in action. n Above: The medieval entertainment of jousting often reenacted for entertainment. Roundel: Galloping along the Lincolnshire coast Main: Shetland Pony racing!

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The Life Cycles of the Horse...

Words: Tilly Wilkinson.

Foal: A horse of either sex less than one year old. A nursing foal is sometimes called a suckling and a foal that has been weaned is called a weanling. Most foals are weaned at five to seven months, although foals can be weaned at four months with no adverse physical effects.

Yearling: A horse of either sex that is between one and two years old. Yearlings are still too young to be ridden, driven or used as breeding stock. They are often full of energy and quite unpredictable! They require knowledgeable handling, already stronger and heavier than humans at this size.

Colt or Filly: A colt is a male horse under the age of four and a filly is a female horse under the age of four. You can have yearling or foal fillies and colts. This term defines their gender. In the wild, colts are driven from their herds by the stallion. This may be, in part, an instinct to prevent inbreeding.

Mare: This is a adult female horse that is over the age of four. They’re considered easier to handle than stallions. However, mares have a notorious, if generally undeserved, reputation for being ‘marish,’ meaning that they can be cranky or unwilling when they come into season.

Gelding: A castrated male horse. Castration as well as the elimination of hormonally-driven behaviour associated with a stallion, allows a male horse to be calmer and better-behaved, making the animal quieter, gentler and potentially more suitable as an everyday working animal.

Stallion: Stallions are adult male horses that haven’t been castrated. The presence of testosterone gives stallions a thicker neck, as well as a somewhat more muscular physique compared to mares and geldings. They can have an aggressive behaviour, but with proper training, are impressive athletes.

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T H E

I N T E RV I E W

Daphne

BBC TELEVISION PRESENTER, AUTHOR & GARDENING EXPERT

LeDWarD This month, Rob Davis interviews one of the UK’s foremost gardening experts, authors and broadcasters... in between admiring Daphne Ledward’s garden!

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T H E I N T E RV I E W DA P H N E L E DWA R D

Few gardeners are as knowledgeable or as headstrong as Surfleet’s Daphne ‘Daffers’ Ledward. The reluctant broadcaster soon found herself imparting knowledge with a warm, down-to-earth manner as a keen advocate of creating gardens that are places to enjoy. Now Daphne is hoping to return to writing and offer help to those seeking to create beautiful outdoor spaces... How does your garden grow? If it grows half as well as the pretty packed cottage garden of Surfleet’s Daphne Ledward, you’ll be doing well. Whilst it’s unsurprising that Daphne has curated a beautiful lush oasis in the fens, given that she’s a former gardening author or co-presenter of shows from BBC Gardener’s question Time to Jimmy Young’s JW Show, what may surprise you is the gardener’s insistance that any garden should be a place to enjoy, rather than one to endlessly labour in.

You’ve been a Yellowbelly longer than you’ve been green-fingered?

That’s right. One side of my family are from Stamford, so I spent a lot of time around the area and moved around South Lincolnshire six times, from Bourne to the Deepings, to easton on the Hill, to Theddlethorpe on the east Coast for a couple of years and finally to Surfleet. And you’ve lived in your present cottage for 30 years?

Yes. I moved to the cottage in Surfleet with my mother in 1981. She began to exhibit signs of dementia and was diagnosed with

alzheimers in 1986. It was about the same time that I met my second husband John, a BBC sound engineer. Who would later develop the condition?

John was diagnosed with alzheimers and after four years looking after him I lost him two years ago. It hit me hard because we did everything together and spent a long time looking after the garden. He was also a rare combination of intelligent whilst being really practical as well. He was a terrible gardener but we worked well together. Being a carer finished my career, and we had to sell the five acres of woodland and the arboretum we’d created in Surfleet Cheal, which was awful. It’s been a difficult time but I’ve now returned the garden to a condition I’m really happy with, and I’ve a few books bubbling under. I also helped a friend create her garden so I’m feeling more able to take on new projects... in between looking after my four dogs. You were a keen gardener, but a reluctant broadcaster?

Gardening was always a hobby. neither of my parents had an interest in gardens, but working in kesteven as a Welfare assistant in 1965 at 20 years old, gardening was an antidote to an office job. I loved gardening, but became disillusioned by changes in welfare policy, eventually leaving social services in 1972 to set up Daphne Ledward Landscapes. And your broadcasting co-incided with your design career?

My initial idea was to design a garden, but then hand it over to the householder and let them create it. Of course, that didn’t work; people want the whole service. I had to do the manual labour too. I had some time over the summer heatwave of 1976 when absolutely nothing would grow and so I began writing articles on gardening. I was listening to the newly established BBC radio Lincolnshire in 1980 and thought they could do with a gardening expert. I naively thought I would supply the material and they’d present it... this wasn’t the case and after my first - really - uncomfortable broadcast, I think it took my pulse three days to settle down. Opposite: Daphne with John, her second husband, whom she married in 1992. Also pictured is Carl, the couple’s first rescue greyhound. Above: Daphne’s cottage.

In 1981 a letter was printed in the radio Times to the effect that men grow veg, whilst women are ‘amenity gardeners’ and that the BBC should look for a woman to present its gardening output. >>

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>> What happened next? radio Lincolnshire’s commissioning editor Dave Williamson and the station’s first manager roy Corlett, ensured the station achieved record listening figures. It became very popular and so, as its gardening presenter, I was put forward to BBC Leeds to present BBC1’s Gardener’s Direct Line show. And that was alongside Radio Four’s Gardener’s Question Time?

It was. I co-presented Direct Line until it was axed and also presented on radio four with Peter Seabrook and the late Geoffrey Smith. I then fronted Classic Gardening forum and Garden Hopping. Moving to BBC Radio Two to work with Jimmy Young?

Yes. Jimmy was a wonderful broadcaster, working with BBC radio Two from 1973 right up until the end of 2002. Jeremy Vine had covered for him and subsequently became his replacement. He never really recovered from that, even though he appeared on the station for a 2011 90th birthday special and co-presented a show with Desmond Carrington. And your role as a presented segued with your career as an author?

I’ve written for the readers’ Digest for a number of years and have written or co-authored 11 books on gardening. I enjoy writing and I would be happy to return to it, but to create a book, I think you have to have a unique idea and looking at all of the books that have been written on the subject, it’s difficult to think of how to approach the subject differently. Perhaps your own relaxed approach to gardening?

Well necessarily, with everything that’s happening in my life, my garden has occasionally had to drop down on my list of priorities. Above: Daphne presents Jimmy Young with the sweet pea named after him at Radio 2. Daphne (fourth left) with Stefan Buczaki, Sue Phillips, Clay Jones, Fred Downham and Diana Stenson, celebrating the 2,000th episode of Gardeners’ Question Time at BBC Radio Four in October 1992. Opposite: Daphne’s cottage garden in Surfleet.

Conventional wisdom suggests that a garden has to look immaculate but I never believed that. There’s absolutely no point having a garden if, every time you go to relax in it, you see jobs to be done and work. Don’t ruin a garden by making it a chore or an obligation! A garden should be something of pleasure, not labour?

Yes. I try not to obsess about weeding, for example, because I’d rather see greenery than patches of bare soil between what I planted. Most of the plants in my garden are still in pots, too. again, conventional wisdom tells you to transfer plants from pot to soil. I disagree. keep them in pots - the roots will soon reach down into the soil and by having as many plants in pots as possible you have the option to move them around and keep changing the layout of your garden. Any other tips?

Likewise, don’t obsess over pest control. nature will give you a hand, with birds taking out slugs and snails. I’m not too concerned with over-pruning or losing plants to under or over watering either. nature grows; most plants will come back or probably re-grow so if you start to lose a plant, don’t worry too much... I try not to be a ‘plant hypochondriac.’ Just enjoy the garden... like the dogs do!

as we speak Dixie, fawn, Honey and Tommy are snuffling round. I always wanted a dog but John was resistant. as it happens Carl - a stray greyhound who we saved from being put to sleep - found us whilst working on a garden in 1997 and we’ve had several greyhounds at the same time ever since. I have so much time and respect for The Lincolnshire Greyhound Trust, fen Bank Greyhound Sanctuary and of course for the dogs themselves. They’ve always been such great company and they all have unique personalities. They’re wonderful companions! n See www.daphneledward.com for more about Daphne’s life and career.

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EYE IN THE SKY

Bridging the Gap

Hulking? Brutalist? utilitarian? Perhaps, but for over 200,000 motorists a week The Humber Bridge is a masterpiece of engineering which too often goes unappreciated... Words & Images: Rob Davis.

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Below: Costing £151,000,000, still the 10th longest suspension bridge in the world and a Grade I listed structure. This month we celebrate the Humber Bridge from the air...

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Prior to 1981, reaching the South or north bank of the Humber estuary meant using the Humber ferry, or taking the long way round, driving via Goole. Of course, it was also possible to swim or walk across the water, but with an average depth of 6.5 metres, sticky clay soil, tides and the turbidity and the low temperature of the water, that’s inadvisable to say the least. a more elegant solution was needed and arrived in the form of the Humber Bridge. Seems strange to describe this hulking piece of brutalist architecture as elegant, but

T H E

S K Y

certainly from an engineering perspective it’s an impressive feat, a suspension bridge that was the longest of its type when it opened 38 years ago this month and is still the 10th longest suspension bridge in the world. The grand old girl is a Grade I listed structure - just like Buckingham Palace or Lincoln Cathedral - and is 2,200m long, 155m tall and nearly 30m wide. It’s designed to withstand wind speeds of 120mph and a scale model has been tested in a wind tunnel to prove its endurance. Plans to create the bridge were first dreamed up in the 1930s, with a second plan drafted in 1955. The Humber Bridge act passed through Parliament in 1959 effectively giving the project the green light and work began in 1972.

The hollow towers are slipformed Portland cement, and are anchored into cassion structures, with the north one built on chalk and the south one on kimmeridge clay. The cables were spun between 1977 and 1979 with each weighing 6,100 tonnes and 37 strands of 404 lengths of cable woven back and forth into 150 tonne box girder boxes. The cables - 44,000 miles in total - can take a load of 21,400 tonnes.

at a total cost of £98,000,000 - £151,000,000 at completion, the bridge has not only become a Lincolnshire landmark (shared with Hull) but has united the two banks of the Humber and ensured the whole region’s continuing prosperity for nearly 40 years... so get ready for a very big party to celebrate her in 2021! n

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NEWS & EVENTS

What’s On... LOUTH

STAMFORD

Saturday 13th july

WeSt end verSuS BroadWay

Saturday 20th july

the Burghley Battle PromS

From the team that brought you Musical Memories and Once Upon A Time, and now in its 5th consecutive year, Louth Playgoers Summer Concert returns once again, this time with West End vs Broadway.

The Battle Proms Concert at Burghley is held on an impressive elevated parkland position overlooking the grand elizabethan architecture of Burghley House - the perfect setting for an evening of sublime music and dramatic displays.

n Call 01507 600350 or visit www.louthriverheadtheatre.com. TOLETHORPE

The Battle Proms consists of a spitfire flypast, live music, usually lovely summer weather, British flags, Pimm’s, cannons and cavalry!

throughout july

Stamford ShakeSPeare The Stamford Shakespeare Company is back again at Tolethorpe Hall with its two Shakespeare productions Twelfth Night and Julius Caesar - and its wildcard by Noël Coward called Blithe Spirit. Watch the fantastic performances in June, July and August.

The evening ends with an incredible firework display over the chimney tops of Burghley House. Bring friends and family for a picnic and an evening of patriotic summer celebrations.

n Call 01522 842703 or visit www.battleproms.com.

The Heckington Show 2019 HEAD TO THE LARGEST VILLAGE SHOW IN ENGLAND FOR A WEEKEND OF GREAT ENTERTAINMENT AND FIREWORKS...

HECKINGTON

Saturday 27th - 28th july

heckIngton ShoW Held on the last full weekend in July, nothing quite matches Heckington Show for the relaxed way that it combines the intimacy of a village show with the expectation of the national or at least county - stage. Heckington Show is a true family day out, a quintessentially English Summer occasion, for families and friends to enjoy and take part in an event that brings competition and cooperation, pride and pleasure, sunshine and smiles. Events include a firework display and open air concert! n For more information visit the website www.heckingtonshow.org.uk or call the show on 01529 461823.

n For more information, visit www.stamfordshakespeare.co.uk or call 01780 756133 to book your tickets today! GRANTHAM

Saturday 20th july

Into the WoodS From the people that brought you Evita, Sweeney Todd and Jekyll and Hyde the Musical, Into The Woods will also be directed by Jade Goswell and Musical and Vocal Direction by Elaine Bishop. These performances are outdoors and audiences are encouraged to bring their own chair or picnic blanket. Performed by D2E Youth Drama in Wyndham Park. n For more information on this event, please visit the website www.guildhallartscentre.com or call 01476 406158.

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SKEGNESS

WedneSday 17th july

joolS holland & hIS rhythm & BlueS orcheStra

LINCOLNSHIRE

WedneSday 17th - 21st july

chamBer muSIc feStIval The Lincolnshire International Chamber Music Festival returns in 2019 with a new lineup of stellar performances. The first ever festival was held in 2004 and the shows have been tremendously successful since. See shows in Gainsborough Old Hall, Tattershall’s Holy

Trinity Church, Grimsby Minster, County Assembly Rooms in Lincoln and Lincoln Minster School. Stars include Andrew Marriner, the Tippet Quartet with pianist and composer Alissa Firsova, Yoanna Prodanova, saxophonist & BBC Young Musician Jess Gillam, Mark Padmore, the brilliant Britten Sinfonia and many, many more artists. n Call 01522 873894 or visit the Lincolnshire International Chamber Music’s website; www.licmf.org.uk.

Lincoln Castle Diary

THERE’S A WHOLE HOST OF EVENTS BEING HELD IN LINCOLN CASTLE THIS MONTH, FROM OUTDOOR THEATRE TO A VICTORIAN EXTRAVAGANZA...

In 1987, Jools formed The Jools Holland Big Band, comprising himself and local Gilson Lavis. This has turned into the 19-piece Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. See this wonderful performance, as it always is, this month at the Embassy Theatre in Skegness. LINCOLN

Saturday 20th july

dragon Boat race Enjoy a day on the Brayford Waterfront and enjoy a series of Dragon Boat races on the water from 16 local teams, raising money for local charities. Time trials of three boats each will race west along Brayford Wharf North from Wagamama to the Sea LINCOLN

throughout july

tWIlIght tourS and theatre

On the 10th July, head to Lincoln Castle to see the incredible sunset over the medieval walls whilst watching demonstrations from the master falconer at the Castle. Watch him fly his birds of prey in this exclusive evening experience. Later in the month on 27th and 28th July, return to the Castle for a Victorian extravaganza! Be amazed by Mr alexander and his

Cadets. The quickest four will go into semi-finals and the grand final before the award ceremony.

n Visit the website www.ringrose law.co.uk or call 01529 301300 for more information. SCUNTHORPE

thurSday 25th july

rhythm of the dance Rhythm of the Dance is a spectacular two-hour dance and music celebration of Irish culture through music and dance which was created in 1999 and inspired by the epic journey of the Irish Celts throughout history. n Call 0844 8542776 or visit www.scunthorpetheatres.co.uk. STAMFORD

Saturday 27th - 28th july

andre rIeu See the live screening of the 2019 Maastricht Concert at Stamford’s Art Centre. n Call 01780 763203 or visit www.stamfordartscentre.com.

Travelling Show, bringing a variety of balance, juggling and illusion. You can also enjoy fairground attractions. finally, watch outdoor performances at Lincoln Castle in July.

Bring your picnics, chairs, and friends and enjoy a wonderful evening of first class outdoor theatre from theatre group Illyria on 31st July.

This year the show will be based on alice in Wonderland. n For more info please call

01522 782040 or visit the website www.lincolncastle.com. Alternatively see www.illyria.co.uk.

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FOOD & DRINK

San Pietro in

SCunTHOrPe

As well as stunning presentation, a swish dining room and liquid nitrogen desserts Pietro & Michelle Catalano’s San Pietro restaurant - in the balmy Mediterranean enclave of Scunthorpe - offers wonderful dishes and well-judged flavours... Verisimo. The Italian operatic movement from the post-romantic era most associated with the likes of Mascagni and Leoncavallo. The best example is the former’s stirring intermezzo at the start of Cavelleria rusticana; authentic, soaring and declamatory.

It’s a movement of realism; of literary and operatic scenes stripped back to their most potent, with raw emotion used to best effect. It’s also a decent metaphor for what makes Italian cuisine and especially the Sicilian dishes of San Pietro so compelling. Italian cuisine is dependent on the presence of fresh, sun-soaked ingredients and simple flavours. nothing’s messed about with and everything is bright, colourful and fresh.

With achingly beautiful presentation, the dishes that emerge from the kitchens of north Lincolnshire’s San Pietro remain a textbook example of excellent Italian cuisine, with just one or two key flavours in a dish and simple, wonderful execution.

Take a look at how beautifully dishes are presented at San Pietro, especially with the odd flourish like liquid nitrogen-enabled

ITALIAN CUISINE IS DEPENDENT ON THE PRESENCE OF FRESH, SUN-SOAKED INGREDIENTS AND SIMPLE FLAVOURS...

Words & Images: Rob Davis.

meet the CHEF PIETRO CATALANO, CHEF PATRON OF SAN PIETRO

desserts and you’ll realise this is a wonderful place to dine even before the first bite. The flavours employed and ingredients used are simple... and goodness, each dish is well created and delicious; simple and enjoyable in flavour and lavish in presentation.

each dish is also as verisimo a reflection of chef patron’s native Sicily as it’s possible to be. It’s regrettable that we dwellers of a sceptred isle labour under a misconception that Italian cuisine begins and ends with pizza and pasta.

You’ll find none of the former and only a smattering of the latter at San Pietro. Instead of ‘British Italian,’ Chef Patron Pietro Catalano - who owns the restaurant with wife Michelle at front of House - and Head Chef Chris Girst, formerly of Winteringham fields, back in the Schwab era - serve only genuine Mediterranean dishes with just the odd concession to english dining such as a traditional Sunday lunch. >>

Food History: Pietro’s passion for cooking comes from generations of his family and his mother, where his home was always full of fresh produce and the finest ingredients. Pietro has also spent time working with Michelin Star Giorgio Locatelli before opening San Pietro in 2003. Food Heaven: “Fresh food with simple, bold flavours that aren’t overshadowed.” Food Hell: “Food made without care, love and attention!” n

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>> new for 2019, Pietro, Michelle and Chris have combined their old daytime and evening offerings into a single Menu del Giorno with a choice of four starters, four main courses and four dessert options. There’s also a tasting menu with eight courses available for £49.95/person, with optional cheese course, plus a dedicated Sunday lunch menu with two or three courses for £19.50 and £24.50 respectively.

Our suggestions? Opt for the Menu del Giorno and enjoy, as we did, the two aa rosette lauded kitchen’s flair and technical expertise.

OPEN FOR FOOD Lunch: Wednesday to Saturday, from 12 noon - 1.30pm. Evening: Monday to Saturday, from 6pm - 9.30pm. Sundays: 12 noon - 3pm.

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on the MENU FROM SAN PIETRO’S MENU DEL GIORNO £19.50/TWO COURSES, £24.50/THREE COURSES Starters

Ham hock terrine, pickled mushrooms, gremolata and crostini. Chicken tortellioni, sweetcorn sauce, pine nuts, basil oil. Cauliflower and truffle velouté

Main Courses

roast rump of english lamb, black garlic puree, roasted Mediterranean vegetable cous cous, mint salsa verde. Our fat proud scallops sat in pristine white freshness on a pea purée, their sweet buttery delicate flavour allowed to come through. fresh peas, curls of prosciutto and black truffle textures accompanied but it was clear which was the halo ingredient in a bright and vibrant starter. Our second starter was a roulade of confit rabbit with beetroot, burrata cheese quenelle and a pistachio pesto.

Main course options included a duo of lamb comprising slow roast belly and pan fried loin, served with a black garlic purée, new potato & mint pressé and a pea & broad bean fricassée with mint salsa verde. alternatively, our pan fried sea bass was served with sprouting broccoli and edible flowers plus a lobster sauce, with a pillowy soft potato gnocchi dish on the side.

and so to dessert. There was theatre at the table thanks to Chris showing off his skills with a cylinder of liquid nitrogen. His deconstructed Sicilian lemon and white chocolate cheesecake with its quenelle of sorbet was served with popcorn that was immersed in the stuff at the table with a hissing of dry ice;

it was molecular gastronomy at its most dazzling, and blast freezing the popcorn also gave it a much nicer texture.

Dining at San Pietro is really very fancy in terms of presentation, whilst still authentic and well-judged in terms of the fundamental ingredients and techniques. Ingredients are locally sourced where possible, authentically Italian where necessary with a pop-up shop selling items from Pietro’s native Villalba.

The restaurant’s dining room looks fantastic in shimmering metallics. There’s a pretty walled garden with huge mirrors and contemporary furniture, private dining rooms in the former windmill adjacent to the restaurant and over 120 bins of wine and fancy spirits. If you’re indulging in the latter, there are 14 beautifully appointed contemporary bedrooms so nobody draws the short straw as designated driver.

The fancy presentation and polish remain lovely, yet the best thing about San Pietro remains its absolutely faithful, authentic, high quality and very impressive dining experience... one that you absolutely must try this summer. We absolutely love the place! n

Pork belly, chorizo and butterbeans, cavolo nero. Pan fried breaded sole, crab and fennel risotto, dill oil, crème fraiche.

Tagliatelle with asparagus, pea and mushroom, wild garlic and cream. Dessert

Terra-Misu (San Pietro’s version of Tiramisu.)

Sicilian lemon and white chocolate cheesecake with blueberries. Trio of cheese with accompaniments. NB: Featured dishes are subject to change. n San Pietro restaurant is based at 11 High Street East, Scunthorpe DN15 6UH. Call 01724 277774 or see www.sanpietro.uk.com.

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TO START Artichoke velouté, parmesan and mascarpone slaw *** Burnt mackerel, beetroot, burrata *** Potted beef, pickled onion, crostini *** Chicken tortellioni, sweetcorn sauce, pine nuts, basil oil

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Strawberry and Hazelnut Meringue Cake 100g blanched hazelnuts • 150g caster sugar • three large free range eggs from Fairburns Eggs • half a teaspoon of white wine vinegar • 170ml double cream • half a teaspoon of vanilla bean paste • 170g Greek-style natural yoghurt • a freshly picked punnet of strawberries Preheat the oven to 180 C ̊ . Put the hazelnuts on a baking tray and roast for eight minutes; set aside to cool.

Meanwhile, grease and line the base and sides of two loose-bottomed sandwich cake tins. Put the cooled hazelnuts and a tablespoon of caster sugar in a food processor; pulse until ground. Put the egg whites and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl. Whisk to stiff peaks, then whisk in 150g caster sugar.

fold through the ground hazelnuts and vinegar, divide between the tins, smoothing the tops, then bake for 30-35 minutes.

Set aside to cool. Whisk the cream, another tablespoon of sugar and vanilla to soft peaks. Stir in the yoghurt. remove the meringue cakes from the tins; place one on a cake stand. Spread with half the cream mixture and tumble over half the strawberries. repeat with a second layer. Your finished product should look like the above! Recipe courtesy of Waitrose.

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SUMMER RECIPES

The Joys of Fresh STRAWBERRIES

As we head into Wimbledon season, we can stick our straw hats on, bathe in the sun, watch the tennis and enjoy a bowl of strawberries and cream. There’s no better British summer pasttime, so for the most enjoyable experience, pick fresh fruit and follow our easy recipes... Fresh strawberries with cream is a staple of a British summer. It’s a picnic highlight, Wimbledon classic and welcome treat after a day in the garden.

You won’t get a fresher strawberry than one that you have handpicked right off the stalk. There’s something traditional and simple about picking fruit on a hot summer’s day when they’re still warm to the touch and full to bursting with sticky sweet juices. It’s an unwritten law to make a strawberry dessert in summer too, so here is ours for you to follow at home.

Our strawberries were hand picked by David Pridgeon on his family farm near Skegness as he was getting ready for another busy season of fruit picking. Willows Farm is largely arable but in 1997, when David returned from college, he thought it would be good to diversify the business into fruit and fruit picking. “I started the fruit farm at a time when picking your own fruit was really popular,” says David. “It still is but it has definitely seen a resurgence in the past couple of years.”

Words: Tilly Wilkinson.

Willows Farm

STRAWBERRIES David Pridgeon and his team grow different varieties of strawberries, raspberries, red, black and white currants, tayberries, blackberries and gooseberries, and now plums and cherries. Sample one as you Pick Your Own, or buy them freshly picked at the farm shop. Open seven days a week from 9am until 6pm. www.willowsfarm.co.uk

David sells his fruit to wholesalers and at local markets as well as offering the Pick Your Own service, and it isn’t just strawberries you can try from Willows Farm. There are also raspberries, blackberries, redcurrants, gooseberries and plums to pick and eat.

“I think what’s really special about picking your own fruit is first of all how fresh the fruit is and how good it tastes, but also how local the fruit is.”

“You literally cannot get fewer food miles even if you tried, and I think the buying habits of people nowadays is changing and people are backing and supporting local farmers. It’s very important to support the local economy.” “It’s also a way to get the children out of the house, off the gadgets, in the fresh open air, eating healthy fruit and doing something at a minimal cost that they will love.”

David has just extended the season he is able to offer the Pick Your Own fruit service so there’s interest there all year round. You can pick most of the fresh fruit including the

Strawberries at Wimbledon: Roughly 27,000 kilos of strawberries are eaten every year during the Wimbledon Championships, together with 7,000 litres of cream. The actual amount of strawberries consumed on average equates to over two million individual berries. That is just at the actual event too, not accounting for fans at home. In addition to strawberries and cream, 150,000 glasses of Pimm’s, 135,000 ice creams and 17,000 bottles of Champagne are consumed. 53

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strawberries from early June till the end of August, but you can also pick pumpkins in time for pumpkin soup and scary carved faces at halloween on the farm in October.

“The diversification into fruit on the farm has now taken over and despite it only taking up 10 hectares of the 500 hectare arable farm, it is the most labour intensive and the biggest part of the business.”

“We plant from March till June, but we grow most of our wholesale produce in polytunnels. This allows us to be flexible with cropping, and lets us stagger growing and production out so we have a level amount of fruit throughout the season rather than one high peak.”

If you would prefer to buy your own fruit from Willows Farm rather than picking your own, there is a farm shop that you can go to on the site. If you’re worried about accessibility, Willows Farm has ‘table top’ fruit production grown in rows so there is no need to bend down. At Willows Farm you can also buy locally grown Lincolnshire potatoes, carrots, beetroot, onions, cauliflowers, cabbages, lettuce, spring onions and tomatoes. There will also be other seasonal fruit and veg on offer including pod peas, sweetcorn, runner beans, cherries, plums, greengages and much more. If you would like to head to David’s lovely fruit farm and try your own locally produced strawberries this summer, visit him on the way to Skegness!

If you’re not heading to the East Coast this summer, there are a number of other Pick Your Own fruit farms across the county and one that may be a little bit closer to home.

If you’re in Grantham, try Syston Park Farm (01400 250000), or if you’re further north, there’s Braders near Grimsby. In Lincoln, Spinney Farm is a great place to pick your own fruit (01522 703865), and Naylor Farms in Spalding is also a great one to visit (01406 370439).

If you’re worried about the indulgence of strawberries, don’t. They may taste amazing but they’re actually really good for you! See our side column for more details.

Fancy a strawberry cocktail or two? Our cover story carries on over the next couple of pages to really get you into the summer mood (slightly more indulgent...).

n Visit www.willowsfarm.co.uk or call David Pridgeon on 07771 696001 for more information about Willows Farm PYO on the A52 near Chapel Saint Leonards in Skegness. 54

Above: David Prigeon at Willows Farm Fruit, a PYO in Skegness. Right: Take the kids along to a great day out in Lincolnshire. Below: Don’t forget your straw hat!

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cream of the croP five interesting facts about strawberries

1. There are around 200 little yellow seeds on the average strawberry. They are also the only fruit to have their seeds on the outside. 2. Strawberries are an excellent source of potassium, which counters the effects of sodium in the body and reduces blood pressure.

NEAR YOU: Pick Your Own Farms... galley Hill Farm, alford: Strawberries, gooseberries, raspberries, tayberries, blackcurrants, redcurrants, blackberries, apples and pears. Call 01507 450399 or visit www.galleyhillfarm.co.uk. J&r priestley Berries, Boston: Strawberries and already picked produce. Minimised use of chemicals and pesticides. Call 07970 862356.

Jn downend, lincoln: asparagus, redcurrants, blackcurrants, gooseberries, potatoes, raspberries, rhubarb, strawberries and tayberries. Call 01673 885351.

peaks Top Farm, grimsby: Pick strawberries, gooseberries, blueberry juke, apples, blackberries, redcurrants, blackcurrants, plums and rhubarb. Call 01472 812941 or visit www.peakstopfarm.com spinney Farm, lincoln: raspberries and strawberries. Call 01522 703865.

Willows Farm Fruits, skegness: Blackberries, blueberries, redcurrants, blackcurrants, gooseberries, loganberries, plums, pumpkins, raspberries, rhubarb, strawberries or tayberries. Call 07771 696001 or visit www.willowsfarm.co.uk.

3. A 100g serving of strawberries is just 50 calories, and the acids in the fruit help to whiten your teeth. They are also full of ellagic acid which can help fight cancer. 4. Just eight strawberries have more Vitamin C than an entire orange. That is 140% of your daily recommended intake of Vitamin C.

5. The strawberry plant belongs to the rose family as does the raspberry plant. Strawberries are technically not actually berries either. They’re classed as an ‘accessory fruit.’ A berry has to have its seeds inside of it. 6. Making strawberries a part of a balanced diet can reduce your risk of diabetes or improve existing diabetes symptoms. The dietary fibre provided by strawberries helps regulate glucose in the body.

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The Queen’s Head Inn

KIRKBY - LA - THORPE

One of Lincolnshire’s finest traditional dining experiences

Summer is here at The Queen’s Head Enjoy a selection of dishes from our summer menus whilst dining on the terrace or in the formal dining room at the Queen’s Head... Located on the A17, Kirkby La Thorpe, Sleaford, Lincolnshire NG34 9NU

01529 305743 | www.thequeensheadinn.com

THE THATCHED COTTAGE RESTAURANT & BAR • Beautiful unique thatched cottage

• Stunning 40 seater A La Carte restaurant • Function room catering for birthdays, wakes, christenings, conference, small wedding receptions • OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Tel: 01205 461006

POOLS LANE, SUTTERTON, BOSTON, LINCS PE20 2EZ enquiries@thethatchedcottagerestaurant.co.uk www.thethatchedcottagerestaurant.co.uk

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In the KITCHEN

The taste of summer? To us, it’s pick-your-own local strawberries and Belvoir Fruit Farms’ refreshing elderflower cordial... this recipe employs both to a wonderfully satisfying effect!

STRAWBERRY PAVLOVA with Local Mint & Elderflower Cordial

Preparation time: 20 minutes, plus macerating and cooling time. Cooking time: one hour. Ingredients: 4 local free range egg whites • 1 lime, juiced • 200g caster sugar • 400g pack local strawberries, halved • 5 tbsp Belvoir Fruit Farms Elderflower Cordial • Mint leaves, shredded, plus a few leaves to decorate • 150ml double cream • 150g Greek yogurt

Preheat the oven to 150˚C, gas mark two. Draw a 20cm circle on parchment; place upside-down on a baking tray. Using electric beaters, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt and a few drops of lime juice. Start slowly then turn up the speed and beat to firm-ish peaks.

Beat in the sugar in three additions, combining completely between each, to a stiff and glossy meringue. Pile onto the parchment inside the 20cm circle and use the back of the spoon to make a dip in the middle.

Put in the oven, lower the heat to 120˚C and bake for an hour. Once baked, turn the oven off, prop the door open and cool

completely (around two hours). Meanwhile, mix together the strawberries, two tablespoons of cordial and the remaining lime juice. Macerate for 30 minutes, then stir through the shredded mint. Using a balloon whisk, whip the cream to soft peaks. In a separate bowl, mix the yogurt with the remaining three tablespoons of elderflower cordial. Fold the yogurt into the cream, then pile onto the cooled meringue. Top with the strawberry mixture, spooning over any extra juices, and decorate with a few whole mint leaves. You can use half cream and half yoghurt in the filling to ensure this summery dessert is a little lighter! n

Recipes & Dishes: www.waitrose.com/recipes. Local suppliers: Fairburns Eggs, Belvoir Fruit Farms, Mantons Strawberries.

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Stay at The White Hart, Ufford call 01780 740250 Main Street, Ufford Stamford PE9 3BH lisa@whitehartufford.co.u www.whitehartufford.co.uk @WhiteHartUfford The White Hart, Ufford 62

The White Hart has 12 beautifully appointed bedrooms, all offer complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities, television and hairdryer. Dogs are welcome in two of our bedrooms

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THE ART OF INFUSION

Wine of the Month

New gin liqueur is the taste of summer

La Boheme Act II Dry Pinot Rosé £14.50 75cl / 12.8% ABV

Apple and apricot are among the finest fruits in an English country garden, and now they’re available in a wonderful gin liqueur from the region’s Burleigh’s gin distillery. A full bodied flavour combination with a silky smooth finish, drink this long with generous amounts of Sicilian lemonade and a slice of lime! Delicious!

The Wine Cellar £20 / 50cl / 29% ABV. n

THIS MONTH BLOW THE BUDGET WITH SOME HIGH-END WHITES OR ENJOY A LOCAL CIDER. ALTERNATIVELY, WE’VE THE FRUITY TASTE OF SUMMER IN A DELICIOUS GIN... WHITE HOT: THREE HIGH END WHITES FOR A HIGH SUMMER TREAT... 1. Created from Viognier grapes, 120,000 bottles of this fresh fruity wine were produced in 2016. Harmoniously balanced with apricot and peaches. £35 / 75cl / 13.5% ABV.

2. If there was a heaven for Chardonnay grapes who have proved especially pious whilst on earth, it would be the Grands Vin Domaine de Jaques Carillon. Bang on the nose with extreme dryness and fruity honey flavours. £60 / 75cl / 13.5% ABV. 3. Blow the budget and celebrate summer in style with this knockout white Burgundy with its yellow fruits and mango notes and sumptuous vanilla echoes. £189.00 / 75cl / 13.5% ABV.

If you fancy yourself as the bohemian sort - and who doesn’t - while away summer in the garden with Puccini’s arias and a very special accompaniment... no, not the libretta of Illica, but this pale, light rosé with its creamy brioche aroma and classically inspired strawberry and marzipan flavour profile. Dry like a Provençal wine but with a hint of creaminess, it’s the ideal accompaniment to charcuterie, roast pork or just opera and a good book. n Available from The Wriggly Tin Wine Company, Grantham 01400 230679, www.wrigglytinwine.co.uk.

In-Cider Information We recommend Grainstore’s Lady in Pink Cider

Patriotic sentiment celebrated in the form of cider, this high summer hero is made from 100% Great British apples. For a gorgeously fruity medium pink cider possesses an intense fruity aroma and drinkability. There are so many mediocre fruit-based ciders that this thoroughly local offering is almost an entirely different drink. Picture yourself sitting in the garden, strawberries and cream in one hand, chilled, slightly sparkling fruity cider in the other!

n Our featured wines are available from the best local independent wine merchants, supermarkets and online, prices are RRP and may vary from those stated.

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HOMES & INTERIORS

Lincoln’s Victorian

renaISSanCe e beautiful architecture of lincoln illustrates the decades of history that the city has experienced from a time when romans would march the streets to a day of lords and ladies. is month’s property comes from the latter’s era, and has had its renaissance thanks to top designer Sophie Peckett...

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Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not supposed to have favourites, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something about properties from the Victorian era specifically that we particularly love. There is so much charm and character to them, with a lot of the original features still remaining.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a property in Lincoln that holds all of these features and has had the benefits of a professional design company coming in and redecorating, combining original charm with contemporary splendour. richard Wherry, owner of the property, chose Sophie Peckett Design for him and his family to enjoy their new home. Main: The beautiful dining room has a soft glamour feel to it.

Right: One of the seven bedrooms with an entirely unique style.

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richard runs a property and construction business. He was renting on the other side of Lincoln before finding this beautiful Victorian townhouse. Limited on time due to business demands and wanting to spend time with his children, he recruited interior designer Sophie of Sophie Peckett Design.

“The house is in a beautiful position in the historic quarter, overlooking the Cathedral with the countryside in the distance, but the property was dark, tired and dated; no work had been done on it for 20 years,” says richard.

“everything needed redoing and I was worried about turning it into a man cave! I felt I’d better get some help in opening up the space and creating a warm, inviting home with a light touch. We asked Sophie to make the most of the original features.”

“No work had been done on the property for 20 years. It was dark, tired and dated, in desperate need of renovation and redesign...” The brief was clear for Sophie and she hit the nail on the head. She transformed the space, as you can see on the photos, to the most beautiful, welcoming home. “When we first saw this property, we fell in love with it’s period features, high ceilings and amazingly light spaces,” says Sophie.

“We were challenged with completing this turnkey project from start to finish in four months for our client and his children. although a challenge to complete the project

in time for Christmas, we still managed to design bespoke upholstery and window treatments, and commission some key pieces of furniture within this time frame.”

“Being involved in all aspects of the renovation, we had to ensure we retained the charm and integrity of the property. We worked hard to pair bold, contemporary designs with carefully restored classic features.”

“The client gave us his full trust which helped produce amazing results; Sophie Peckett Design specified wall, floor and window treatments and sourced all furniture, lighting and accessories.” “We worked alongside a joiner who produced the bespoke cabinetry, including a bold kitchen refresh and stunning

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upholstered master wardrobe doors. We were really happy with the final result and so was the client.”

The property benefits from a hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen diner, utility room, study, cinema room, gym, seven bedrooms - four of which benefit from an en suite - and a family bathroom. “Sophie and her team were so clever at seeing the house as a blank canvas and helping us inject some personality and character into it,” says richard. The decor and design in each room is all very unique - from the dark blue shade of the kitchen to the soft neutral tones of the main bedroom and the glamorous style of

Left: The ‘tiny’ gas fire was replaced by a log burner to make the fireplace a focal point. Kitchen by Chiselwood.

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the dining room - and yet all the elements work so well together and seem to complement each other effortlessly. Despite its contemporary style, it still feels grand and majestic, and in keeping with the home’s Victorian style. Many original features have been retained like the servants’ bells and the parquet flooring.

“The rooms feel spacious and light, as I imagine they did when the house was first built,” says richard. “It’s great to be able to enjoy them afresh now.”

“I really enjoyed working with Sophie and her team. They took everything off my hands, pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me to create a family home that I am very proud of. I am delighted with the outcome.” n

TOWNHOUSE,

LINCOLN

Location: Central Lincoln.

Style: Victorian townhouse designed to an impeccable standard by top Lincolnshire born designer.

Bedrooms: Seven bedrooms, four with en suites and one family bathroom. Receptions: four arranged as breakfast/kitchen room, dining room, sitting room and cinema room. Find Out More: Sophie Peckett Design, Parson’s Green House, 27 Parson’s Green Lane, London. Visit her website www.sophiepeckettdesign.com.

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richwood-cabinetmakers@hotmail.com BRING RICHWOOD INTO THE HEART OF YOUR HOME

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JAMES OLIVER

are YOu SITTInG

COMfOrTaBLY?

This month, the most stylish and durable furniture for lounging, dining or socialising, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use...

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FeaTured garden F urniTure is available from James oliver, specialists in conservatories, orangeries, doors and windows as well as furniture for indoor or outdoor use - as seen here and even lighting.

created in 7-9mm Tissé woven synthetic fibre, it’s the best quality garden furniture of its type and can be left outside all year round, and simply jet-washed clean. its quality is also underwritten by a five year guarantee. Fabrics can be ordered from a choice of over 100, with swatches available from the firm too.

1. Hamilton lounging and dining set comprising left/right seated sofa, corner chair and two modular chairs, plus dining table and two dining benches in light bonaro, £3,384. 2. Auckland sofa, chair, coﬀee table and footstool in light bonaro, £2,080 3. Fresco sun lounger, shown in light gray, £1,150. 4. Lazio olive bar table £395 and bar stool, £call/each. 5. Copenhagen shale rattan sofa combination comprising two end chairs, two modular chairs and corner chair, £2,180; Copenhagen rectangular coﬀee table, £215.

6. Barcelona lounging sofa £960 and coffee table £250 in chunky weave and shale colourway. 7. Cebu bistro set in antique white wash £650. 8. Bourton corner set in pale French grey £2,450, with optional coffee table £330 and side table £260. n all of our featured products are available from james oliver conservatories. With over 17,000sq ft of showroom space and 50 sets on show in their outer circle road premises, the firm can order dining sets in over 100 hardwearing fabrics. james oliver conservatories provides windows, conservatories, home accessories and lighting as well as a range of furniture designed for both indoor and outdoor use. for enquiries visit james oliver at crofton road, lincoln ln3 4nl. call 0800 037 7917 or see www.jamesoliverhome.co.uk.

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UNSURPASSED QUALITY, AFFORDABLE CRAFTSMANSHIP Bespoke Kitchens, Bedrooms and Bathrooms - full project management and free quotations

Peter Jackson Cabinet Makers Ltd Devereux Way, Horncastle LN9 6AU

Tel: 01507 527113 W: www.peterjacksoncabinets.co.uk E: info@peterjacksoncabinets.co.uk

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Home, Garden and Gifts at

The Showrooms, Great North Road, Markham Moor, Nr Retford DN22 0QU

01636 822000 www.elizabethandstevens.com Open from Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm, 24/7 online. Please call ahead if you are making a special journey.

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ASHWOOD HOMES

aSHWOOD Your Dream Home with

Ashwood Homes and its beautiful contemporary estates across Lincolnshire has one property left on the market in Donington - e Humber in Cowley Park. It has been ﬁtted to show home standards and can be yours for just £300,000 this month... With over 25 years in the residential property market, ashwood Homes based in the heart of Lincolnshire, has built up an enviable reputation. “We’re proud to say that over the years we have provided employment for many local people and with the ambitious plans we have for the future, there will continue to be a whole range of job opportunities to be had,” says Lisa Page from ashwood. Lisa is based at Cowley Park in Donington where the show home is for sale this month.

“We build a range of properties from two bed properties right through to five bed properties with budgets to suit every pocket. each development is carefully designed to provide a sense of space to suit the largest of families to singles, couples and retired individuals too.”

“The beautiful modern home we have for sale this month is called the Humber and it’s located on our Cowley Park development in Donington.”

Cowley Park is made up of a total of 73 homes, comprising a mix of two-bedroom starter properties right through to five bedroom executive homes, and situated in the wonderful village of Donington.

Secondary Schools. Prices on the estate start from as little as £158,000.

The Humber is a beautiful executive four bed family home comprising of a stunning open-plan kitchen and dining area, separate utility room, study, downstairs toilet and a stunning lounge area with double glazed patio doors leading onto the sizeable, low maintenance, south facing back garden.

upstairs includes a large master bedroom and en-suite, in addition to three further bedrooms and a beautifully fitted bathroom.

“ashwood Homes offers a one stop shop in respect of the purchase of your new home from the time you reserve your new home right through to legal completion,” says ashley king, Chairman of ashwood Homes. Visit the website for more information on the properties discussed and to see the showhome.

n The Humber is currently on the market with Ashwood Homes. For more information, please visit www.ashwoodhomes.co or call 01406 490590. Alternatively, head to Cowley Park in Donington (showhome on for £300,000).

Donington itself has good local amenities within the village including a butchers, hairdressers, flower shop, bakers and pet shop, to name just a few. You are also within walking distance of the local Primary and 81

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Quality Flooring from Karndean and Amtico... Carpets & rugs... Sofas & furniture for every room in your home...

BERRY WAY, SKEGNESS, PE25 3QS 01754 896699 www.vernonsinteriors.co.uk Over 30 years providing a quality design service you can really trust!

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OUTDOORS

WaLLS Within These

If these walls could talk, they would say “a brilliant gardener owns us!” is month we pay a visit to the quirky Baumber Walled gardens, a work in progress, that’s constantly undergoing development. It’s unusual, full of hidden surprises and packed with plenty of things to see, do and generally admire! meet Sonia and david elton... Words & Images: Rob Davis and Sonia Elton.

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Some gardens are neat and formal. and that’s Ok... it’s what we’re used to. Occasionally though, we like a garden with a sense of quirkiness, and you really can’t get more quirky than the four acre garden of Sonia and David elton, based on the Stourton estate of Baumber, about five miles from both Wragby and Horncastle.

Stourton HaLL

The estate’s Stourton Hall was built in the 16th century, by Joseph Livesy, then in 1810, Thomas Livesy created a later property, which was demolished one side of the swimming in 1953. pond there’s a lifeguard’s tower,

The garden was first laid out as an unusual double-walled garden in the 19th century for Stourton Hall, demolished in the 1950’s. The walls were, it’s believed, built between 1817 and 1826. Towards the end of the 18th century, six men were employed full time to tend them as a productive garden for the estate.

Latterly, the gardens were owned by The Strawson family, including Sonia’s grandfather, bought the farm around the garden when the estates was split up and sold, he had been the tenant farmer of the land prior to this. David and Sonia moved into the former head gardener’s cottage, and as well as setting about the restoration of that property, decided they would renovate the gardens, too. The trouble is, neither of them were gardeners.

“actually, it’s served as a real advantage,” says Sonia. “With prior knowledge, I would probably have had preconceptions about what should and shouldn’t be included, and about what would and wouldn’t work. as it is, I came to the garden with tabula rasa, both in terms of the landscape itself and my presumptions.”

The couple took on the project in 2006 and gradually rescued the loved plot, creating eclectic point of interest after eclectic point of interest. for instance, just for fun, Sonia created a natural swimming pond, with corresponding grasses and planting plus a couple of beach huts around it. new for 2019 is the addition of a beach, which goes rather well with the liveried deckchairs the couple put out in the summer for visitors to the garden. The couple can’t permit swimming in the site thanks to ‘elf and safety, but to 88

whilst on the opposite side there’s a fisherman’s shack with lobster pots, buoys, hurricane lamps and all sorts of fishing paraphernalia. Step over the rope bridge and you’ll also come across a little ‘Hobbit House,’ one of several ‘she-sheds’ that will host craft events, community events, a display on the history of the estate and so on throughout the summer.

That’s in addition to a literary festival in July and food festival in august, outdoor theatre performances and arts & crafts show and 1940/1950s weekend. a large - a very large - anchor in the adjacent bed further confirms the nautical, fishing, pirate theme, but it’s not the strangest object to have made its way into the garden.

as you drive in you’ll notice a decorative gypsy vardo, an old carriage with rows of terracotta pots, and one of Sonia’s impulse buys on a visit to pick up some compost and a few bulbs; a two-storey tall sandstone egyptian figure that she’s named rameses. “Did you get everything you needed at the garden centre?” asked Dave, unaware... >>

Above: One of the many huts, shacks and quirky buildings around the gardens which host events, music and displays on the history of the gardens.

Right: Rameses “A bit of an impulse purchase,” - Sonia.

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>> further along the garden still is a Japanese-inspired pergola, watched over by a couple of terracotta warrior-style figures. It also hosts Tai Chi sessions throughout the year upon which you can ‘drop in.’

“Sonia & Dave have done a great job of creating a lovely place to visit. families and dogs are welcome and there are no admission charges...”

There’s also an extensive range of plant stalls and quirky gardening products, as well as a café area which is accordingly eclectic.

Wherever you look around the garden, it’s a pleasure to see quirky touches, ideas you’ll want to transplant into your own garden and a general sense of quirkiness.

a white bed was replete with tulips during our visit earlier in the summer season, and will be a riot of colour throughout July.

a couple of our other favourite highlights include the new outdoor seating areas which the couple are currently training plants over, a series of vineyards growing over a wine bottle wall and a children’s play area for when mum, dad or the grandparents are enjoying the rest of the gardens - or just a rest on a deckchair.

Manicured, formal, traditional these gardens are not. But both Sonia and Dave have done a really stunning job of creating an amazingly enjoyable place to visit. With dogs on leads welcome and no admission charges, it’s also a garden which the couple are keen for as many people to enjoy as possible. n

WALLED GARDEN, NEAR BAUMBER Sunday June 30th: Classical music concert with cream tea. Sunday July 14th: afternoon of Live Music with elvis, roy Orbison and Gene Pitney. Sat/Sun 27th-28th July: Literary festival, short story competition. Saturday 3rd August: food & Drink festival with Lincolnshire tapas. The Walled Garden, Baumber, is based a mile west of Baumber towards Lincoln on the A158, call 01507 578763 or see walledgardenbaumber.co.uk. n

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WEDDINGS

The Candlelit Proposal

Leah had a clear vision of what she wanted on her wedding day when Lee proposed on the sunny shores of Hamilton Island in Whitsundays. She started straight away, drafting the guest list on the back of a sick bag on the plane home...! Photos: Dottie Photography, 01945 773368, www.dottiephotography.co.uk.

For Leah and Lee, their wedding was a dream at Stubton Hall near newark. The two hitched a ride in a big red London bus with their guests to the venue after the ceremony, but where did their journey first begin?

“We have a lot of friends in common but never really met until we got introduced by a mutual friend on a night out on a Bank Holiday Weekend,” says Leah. “In fact she still likes to refer to herself as Cilla Black for matching us up!” “after a several years of dating, we took a month long trip of a lifetime around australia. We were staying on Hamilton Island and Lee had booked a private candle lit dinner for the anniversary of us officially starting to date on 19th December.”

“I though it was lovely that he had made such an effort but never thought he would propose. He got down on one knee halfway through and I was so shocked that he had managed to keep it a secret from me and keep the ring safe throughout the trip without losing it!” “I started planning the wedding straight away. In fact I was writing the guest list whilst we were on the plane home on the back of a sick bag (so romantic!).”

“Once back in the uk we went to visit a few venues but as soon as we drove up to Stubton Hall on a snowy day, we just fell in love and booked the first available Saturday

The Wedding of

LEAH & LEE

the following summer. That was one of the more easier decisions in the entire wedding planning process...”

“The dress was a different matter! I tried on so many dresses but just couldn’t seem to get that feeling that everyone told me I would get. I then visited one particular store and as soon as I stepped into my riki Dalal dress, I just knew I had found The One.” “all our suppliers were amazing! Save the Date event Stylists styled the venue going above and beyond wrapping and delivering the presents Lee gave me on our wedding morning. The wedding flowers were supplied by Vaas which were absolutely stunning. amy Bailey designed our beautiful bespoke invitations. Mandy and russell from Dottie Photography made us laugh all day and her photos are just incredible.”

“We married in St Peter’s Church in Claypole and the feeling of seeing each other when you walk down the aisle never leaves you. Our vicar was wonderful and had all our guests singing the Beatles’ song all You need is Love, just like the film Love actually, even getting our brother-in-law up on the altar! We also loved dancing the night away with Sarah Sax Player who had the dance floor full all night.” “after the day, we went to Mykonos for our honeymoon. We spent the days relaxing, drinking cocktails in the sunshine and spent 95

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- WEDDINGS -

“We spent our honeymoon sipping cocktails and watching sunsets on the Greek island Mykonos...” our evenings watching the amazing sunsets with some more cocktails.”

“If I was to give one word of advice to other couples getting married, it would be to simply enjoy every minute of both the planning and the day itself. It goes by so quickly but the memories last forever and it is so special to have all you friends and family in one place.” “We both had an incredible day and we’re so thankful to all the suppliers and guests who made the day such a special celebration. I wouldn’t change a thing!” Dottie Photography, 01945 773368, www.dottiephotography.co.uk.

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SiNCE 1856 34-38 Wide Bargate| Boston | Lincolnshire PE21 6RX

With your wedding just around the corner, why not pop into CONEYS in Boston and view the array of suits available to purchase for your special day.

With our personalised tailoring services and prices ranging from £180-£350 for a full three piece we can assure everything is taken care of. Group discounts available too.

Visit our ladies department for mother of the bride, guests and honeymoon outﬁts.

Telephone: 01205 311355 | www.coneysdesignerwear.co.uk Opening times: Monday to Saturday 10am – 5:30pm, Sunday 11am – 4pm

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T H E

L U X U RY

B R A N D

Christian Louboutin

famous for their flirtatious red soles, Christian Louboutin shoes have swept through the fashion industry and are now a classic statement piece for any woman’s wardrobe. from expansion to dispute, this edition’s luxury brand details the life and times of Louboutin... Words: Megan Barnard.

Christian Louboutin was born in Brittany, france in January 1964 and is the only son of a cabinet maker and home maker. Christian is the youngest child with three older sisters, and with his father’s profession, he spent most of his time with his mother and siblings. never feeling that he quite fit in with his sisters and parents, Christian eventually found out he was the result of his mother’s secret affair making him half-egyptian, explaining his darker skin tone and hair colour to the rest of his family. never having much interest in education, Christian was expelled from school a total of three times and toyed with the idea of leaving school completely until he was 16 when he finally took the plunge and never looked back.

Christian started living with friends from the age of 12; he had run away from the family home and his ambition for something more than traditional education stayed with him until he stumbled across his passion accidentally. In 1976, Louboutin was visiting a museum and happened upon a sign with a picture of a stiletto heel. It stated that the shoes were not permitted in the museum due to fear of the damage they would cause to the expensive wooden flooring. Christian found himself fixated on this sign. “I wanted to defy it,” said Christian in an interview. “I wanted to make something that broke the rules, something that made women feel confident and empowered.” This small sign in the museum is where Christian Louboutin’s journey as a stylist began.

Louboutin was also heavily inspired by a book of designs from roger Vivier that was given to him by a friend. Vivier designed for Christian Dior in the 1950s and claimed to have invented the stiletto heel, so it is easy to see why the spark of style piqued Louboutin’s interest in the shoe fashion industry.

His first job began with folies Bergère, a cabaret music hall in france. Here, he experienced all the wonders of the entertainment world and aided the performers backstage.

In this role at the music hall, Christian learned all manor of skills as he assisted the entertainers in a manner of way; this included helping make their shoes. When he wasn’t working with all the entertainers, he spent his evenings partying until dawn with the likes of Mick Jagger and andy Warhol. after travelling around egypt and India, Christian Louboutin returned to Paris in 1981 with a portfolio full of designs he had worked on during his travels. These designs caught the eye of fashion designer Charles Jourdan who decided to employ Louboutin.

Christian learnt all of the ins and outs of the shoe business while working with Charles Jourdan and eventually met roger Vivier himself, the man who was once his inspiration.

Christian subsequently became an apprentice to Vivier and did some freelance designing for designers such as Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Maud frizon, introducing his name to the high fashion brands, and getting recognition for his wonderfully creative ideas.

ree ings You Didn’t Know About Christian Louboutin... HIS FIRST CUSTOMER WAS A PRINCESS Princess Caroline of Monaco was Louboutin’s very first customer when launching his own fashion brand. Her love for the shoe triggered A-listers from around the world to look into getting a pair of Christian Louboutins.

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SOLES INSPIRED BY RED NAIL VARNISH The world famous red sole of the Christian Louboutin shoe was inspired by Louboutin’s receptionist as she applied a daring shade of red to her nails. He chose it for the sole of the shoe in his next collection and it stuck.

‘SO KATES’ CAME FROM KATE MOSS His famous ‘So Kate’ heels were inspired by Kate Moss while he was fitting her for shoes for her wedding celebrations. She had countless pairs of his ‘Pigalle’ heels, so he reshaped them so they were perfect for her.

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Christian Louboutin decided to have a hiatus from the fashion world and became a landscaper in the late 1980s.

although he occasionally provided work for Vogue, Louboutin didn’t return to the fashion world full time until he took the leap and created his own brand. He missed the excitement of the shoe industry, and so kick-started his legacy and his brand in 1991 when he began his company.

He started with opening his first shoe salon in Paris, with his first client being Princess Caroline of Monaco. With such a prestigious first customer, the press soon took note and the Princess gave great compliments to the salon and Christian’s designs.

This release skyrocketed the brand into the public eye and soon celebrities were queuing up to have their very own pair of Louboutin shoes. However, they were not as we know them today. The signature red sole of Louboutins actually came to life in 1993. “My assistant was sitting there, painting her nails red,” said Christian in an interview. “I took one look and decided to colour my soles red as a statement for the new season. I thought red soles were so flirtatious and my customers asked me not to stop!” Season after season, Christian Louboutin produces unique and surrealistically beautiful shoes that never failed to impress his clientele. and his impressive list of clientele featured a wide variety of a-listers such as Princess Diane von fürstenberg and Catherine Deneuve shortly after the Princess.

Later, those interested in his stiletto heels have included Christina aguilera, Shirley Coates, Joan Collins, Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Tina Turner, Marion Cotillard, nicki Minaj, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Blake Lively.

Sarah Jessica Parker wore a pair of shoes by Louboutin on her wedding day. Britney Spears is wearing a pair of high-heeled Louboutins in her music video ‘If u Seek amy.’ This particular pair were not available for sale until a month after the video was released, and were enormously popular. 102

“Over 500,000 pairs of Louboutin shoes are sold every year and the prices range between £500 and £6,000 each...”

according to the new Yorker, over 500,000 pairs of Louboutin shoes are sold every year, and the prices range between £500 to £6,000. With stores all around the globe, Christian Louboutin built his empire from nothing and is now one of the most renowned shoe designers in the world.

expanding onto handbag design in 2003, Louboutin cracked yet another part of the fashion industry. With the unique designs of the statement shoes translating perfectly to handbags, his clients went wild.

unfortunately, in recent years, Christian Louboutin has had a troublesome time in regards to trademarking his famous red soles. Other brands caught on to the unique and popular style of the famous shoes and began to plagiarise Louboutin’s ideas. eager to fight to keep his designs his own, Christian began proceedings to trademark the beautiful red we all know to be typical of his brand.

However, the case did not go as planned as in february 2018 the european Court of Justice ruled that that red could not be considered as a separate entity from the shape of the product, weakening the trademark claim.

although, in the following June the eu court ruled in favour of Louboutin, saying that the law prohibiting the restriction of shapes did not apply to the case. at the end of it all, Christian Louboutin won the case and now the typical red soles will stay a trademark feature of Christian Louboutin. Landscape architect Louis Benech has been his partner since 1997. Louboutin and his partner spend time between their homes in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, a fisherman’s cottage in Lisbon, a house in Melides in Portugal, another house in Portugal in Comporta, a palace in aleppo in Syria, a houseboat on the nile christened ‘Dahabibimy love’ boat and a house in Luxor. additionally, Louboutin shares a 13thcentury castle in the Vendée with his business partner Bruno Chamberlain.

Christian Louboutin now has stores open around the world from Miami to Japan. His success is unprecedented and that red sole is one of the most well known brand stamps in fashion history.

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SUMMER SHOES

Follies Strass Rete

Made in tulle studded with rhinestone strass and covered in snow nappa leather, £895.

Catchy Two Kid

Sophisticated in design, this pump is inspired by the flexibility of dance shoes, £685.

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Krystalic Satin Crepe

This pump is crafted from red satin crepe and studded with crystal spikes, £1,465.

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Forever Kst Satin Crepe

With their dizzying appeal, this sandal showcases the expertise of the Louboutin House, £1,365.

Survissima Nappa

Borrowed from retro fashion, this boot is a sexy interpretation of a winter parka coat, £1,075.

Read our luxury brand feature and want to see some of the styles we were talking about? Look no further! Here are some of the styles in the famous black and red...

Kate Patent

Made from black loubi Degraloui-printed patent leather on which graffiti is encapsulated, £575.

So Kate Patent

The pump combines audacity and refinement. The black leather envelops the foot, £525.

Eloise Booty Veau Velours Sculptural in design, Eloise Booty combines timelessness with elegance, £785.

All of our featured shoes are available online and at selected retailers. Visit www.christianlouboutin.com for more information.

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SINCE 1856 34-38 Wide Bargate Boston Lincs PE21 6RX

• New Summer collections now in store. • Personal shopping experience available.

Telephone: 01205 311355 | www.coneysdesignerwear.co.uk Opening times: Monday to Saturday 10am – 5:30pm, Sunday 11am – 4pm

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O’BRIEN’S OPTICIANS

an eYe fOr DeTaIL O’Brien’s Opticians Celebrates 40 Years of excellence

There are 14,000 opticians in the uk, and Sheeraz Janjua is ranked second in the whole country! The Brigg-based practice was also a runner-up in the uk Optician awards’ Best Independent Practice category... congratulations!

Its official! O’Brien’s Opticians celebrated its 40th birthday by hearing it was a worthy finalist and runner-up in the uk Optician awards 2019 as Independent Practice Of The Year 2019. Being regarded as one of the very best opticians in the uk, is a great achievement for everyone connected to the practice and Brigg itself. The practice was established 40 years ago and is open Monday to Saturdays. Supported by longstanding staff, services have been introduced including dry eye and blepharitis appointments and treatment plans in a practice which already uses a state-of-the-art examination suite with optometric eye testing software.

Sheeraz Janjua takes great pride in what he calls precision calculation of spectacle prescriptions, using techniques honed over 20 years in optometry. He is a sport vision specialist and consultant optometrist to Derby County football Club and can supply sports eyewear such as Oakley and Maui Jim with sport specific lenses.

emphasis is placed on personal service, correctly fitted original and niche frames and accurately dispensed ophthalmic lenses by exceptional manufacturers such as Carl zeiss, nikon, Seiko, rodenstock, essilor (Varilux, Transitions), kodak, Hoya and many other superior independent lens suppliers including one that makes the thinnest lens in the world.

Dr Sheeraz Janjua, DipSV... In 2017 Optometrist, Sheeraz Janjua was awarded the degree of Doctor of Optometry (DipSv) from aston university for his research in dry eye syndrome. at the time, Doctor Janjua was one of only 25 Optometrists in the uk with this qualification. He was also runner-up in the 2018 Optician awards for uk Optometrist of the Year. Specialist Lenses... The practice dispenses specialist lens types, tints and coatings and Dr Janjua has introduced specialist lenses from the uSa for people with vision loss related to glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration (aMD). These special (prismatic) lenses change the direction of light to alternative healthier parts of the retina. Combined with a special filter to improve contrast; they have been a huge success.

New for 2019... new for 2019, O’Briens is now an official stockist of Lindberg. The Denmark-based firm invented the first air Titanium frames which resulted in a revolutionary change in the eyewear industry with its frames being incredibly lightweight, fashionable and extremely strong. With 95+ international design awards the brand is unmatched by any other existing firm today, available alongside an incredible range of designer frames many exclusive in the area to O’Briens. n

Find Out More: Based on Wrawby Street, Brigg, O’Brien’s welcomes the registration of new patients. The practice is open from Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. Saturday 9am-4pm. Telephone 01652 653 595 to make an appointment or see www.obriensopticians.co.uk.

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Purveyors of Luxury Eyewear Since 1979

WOOW and Tom Ford ladies glasses range of colours in stock now.

43/44 Wrawby Street, Brigg, North Lincolnshire DN20 8BS Tel: 01652 653595. Web: www.obriensopticians.co.uk

Call for an appointment or pop in to view our latest designer eyewear.

BESPOKE CARE PACKAGE FOR BOTH WOMEN AND MEN: • LJM Homecare hold their standards high • Personalised service, no two care packages are the same • Respect, dignity and promoting independence

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• Services include: Palliative Care, Day/Night Sitting, Rehabilitation Support, General Domestic Help and Extorted Trips out • Both short and long term care available • All supports workers are DBS checked

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BEAUTY

Lavender fields

WALK THROUGH FIELDS OF FLOWERS IN HIGH SUMMER WITH MAKEUP THAT MATCHES THE BUDS’ BEAUTY. WE PROVIDE A SELECTION OF DESIGNER PRODUCTS FOR YOU TO USE IN JULY...

1. TOM fOrD’S DaYDreaM Sitting at the core of Tom ford’s colour collection, the eye Colour quad brings together four opulent shades that are designed to complement one another when creating a multitude of looks. Made using the brand’s advanced colour processes, the quad includes a sparkle, satin, shimmer and matte finish so you can achieve a spectrum of effects with fidelity and adhesion, £68.

3. all nighter Spray

For those warm summer nights use ultra-light and micro-fine all nighter setting spray, ensuring your make-up won’t budge. featuring urban Decay’s Temperature Control, this lightweight formula maintains a flawless finish whatever the weather, £24.

4. renewing Serum

Decorté is taking the beauty world by storm with its innovative products. using multi-layer liposomes, this luxurious product strengthens your skin barrier and gradually releases hydration and moisture to keep your complexion looking at its best, £113.

5. Youth Liberator

Yves Saint Laurent’s forever Youth Liberator range is an innovative new line focusing on glycobiology and the discovery that with age the number of glycans in your skin diminishes, which leads to a delay in the skin’s regeneration, £89.

2. Metalinudes Lubilaque... Metalinudes, Christian Louboutin’s newest beauty collection, adorns lips and nails in metallic laminated lacquer. re-invented to complement all skin tones, these glimmering chrome nude shades combine just the right amount of colour with intense reflection to naturally, yet boldly enhance your pout, £65.

July’s Beauty Tips...

It will hopefully be hot in July so try to use a hair mask once a week; shampoo daily, direct sunlight and sweat can seriously damage your hair. Maintain the pH balance of your skin with a glycerine-rich facial water. This will nourish your skin and keep it soft and supple.

Make sure you moisturise regularly in summer! It can act as a barrier for pollutants, bacteria, and sunburn, and stop your dehydrated skin from becoming dry and cracked. finally, our most important beauty tip is to drink plenty of water! Try to choose fruits with a high water content too to keep skin hydrated.

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DENTAL HEALTH CENTRE

Something to Smile about Offering the very highest standards of dental healthcare, Grantham’s Dental Health Centre will certainly give you something to smile about this month with painless, precise and perfect patient outcomes to ensure you can sport the perfect smile all summer long! Visiting the dentist should make you smile… not just from the techniques and services they employ to create a new smile, and the confidence it provides, but as a result of the service and care you receive too. Take the Dental Health Centre in Grantham. One of its recent patients, Mrs C from Lincoln says: “Implants have changed my life. The treatment has made such a fantastic difference to my appearance and my health!” “It sounds melodramatic but this has changed my life. The treatment has made such a fantastic difference both to my appearance and my health too.”

another patient, Mrs Welton of Grantham says: “a lot of people who live around here think they need to go to London for the best care but they don’t realise what an absolute gem they have on their doorstep.” It’s true that Colin Sutton and the team at The Dental Health Centre can change both your smile and your life, and it’s true that you don’t have to venture further than the avenue road practice to enjoy cutting-edge healthcare and a great patient experience.

The practice provides general dentistry, from hygienist appointments including support for nervous patients, to tooth whitening, fillings, braces, crowns and veneers.

But Colin Sutton also specialises in creating implants to replace missing teeth with dental implants that look, feel and work like the real thing. Dental implants are specially designed to match and blend in with your existing teeth and can replace a single tooth, multiple teeth or provide a secure anchor for bridges or dentures.

The practice also invests in the latest technology to ensure patients receive the most prompt service possible. for instance, crown patients benefit from the Centre’s Cerec machine - a sophisticated computer controlled milling machine which takes a 3D scan of the mouth and allows Colin and the team to design, then mill, replacement

A patient consultation with care co-ordinator Paula Parkes.

crowns with sub-millimetre accuracy whilst the patient waits, preventing the need for a second visit.

Best of all, the centre offers a free implant consultation no-obligation, pain-free guidance on how modern dentistry can help to improve your smile. “The service we offer isn’t just dentistry,” says Colin. “We provide our patients with confidence and reassurance. a dental practice who will take care of their clients and offer a great service doesn’t just give them a better smile, it also gives them something to smile about too!” n

Find Out More: Dental Health Centre Grantham, Avenue Road, Grantham NG31 6TA. Call 01476 594480 or see www.dentalhealthcentre.co.uk for free, no obligation advice.

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Miscellany

Welcome to Miscellany. This feature in Lincolnshire Pride includes snippets of information about the county in July, things you may not have known about its history and interesting locals. enjoy! Woodhall

Woodhall Spa’s 1940s Festival...

RAF Woodhall Spa sent aircraft that dropped the first operational Tallboy bombs, blocking the Saumur railway Tunnel, attacked coastal targets, such as the U-boat bases at La Pallice and Lorient and destroyed the E-boat pens at Le Havre. The last raid from Woodhall was an attack on Hitler’s Berghof near Berchtesgaden. It’s no surprise then that the 1940s festival in Woodhall Spa is a tremendous success; it’s one of the biggest and best 40s festivals not only in Lincolnshire but in the entire country.

on the farm: What’s happening in July... Arable Sector: In the arable sector, July is largely about hay making and silaging. That being said, potatoes are irrigated to encourage growth in July too. Livestock Sector: Cows are mated in July for calving in spring. Calves born in the previous spring

are de-horned. Sheep are sheared if they haven’t been sheared earlier on in the summer, and routine sheep work is usually carried out like the standard check ups, worming and so on.

lincolnshire’s lost castles

The castles that did not withstand the test of time

Expect to see tanks rolling down the street, land girls helping out and soldiers march past underneath a sky full of flyovers from vintage planes. This year, the festival will be held on 13th and 14th July at various venues in the town. Bourne Castle was a Norman castle built by Baldwin FitzGilbert. It was a motte and double bailey castle which formed an unusual concentric plan. The castle was destroyed after being used by Cromwell’s troops in 1645 and a farmhouse was built on the site. Traces of the enclosed mound and inner and outer moats are all that now survive.

Kingerby Castle was a motte and bailey castle which was burnt down in 1216. The motte was then altered to form a platform for a manor house which was built on the site. In 1812, the manor house was demolished and replaced by Kingerby Hall, still standing. Sleaford Castle was built by the Bishop of Lincoln in the early 1120s. It was habitable

as late as 1555 but fell into disrepair during the latter half of the 16th century. King John and Henry VIII are known to have stayed here. Somerton Castle in Boothby Graffoe was given to King Edward II in 1309. King John II of France was imprisoned here in 1359 having been taken prisoner after the Battle of Poitiers. Part of this castle still remains.

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MISCELLANY

e history of the kinema

Everyone’s favourite cinema back in time...

In 1844, a Victoria bath house and hotel was built in Woodhall Spa. In 1888, a pavilion was built for the hotel, used as a cricket and sports pavilion. Lady Wiegall bought the land and the pavilion in 1920 after the hotel burnt down, announcing that it

lincolnshire Birthdays in july

would temporarily house a cinema. The kinema in the Woods opened in 1922, when ‘talkies’ were first showed (non-silent movies). The first was ‘Interviewing Wild animals in africa.’ Lady Wiegall died in 1950 and her husband in 1973; the current owner James Green bought it that year.

Book of the month

Principia by Isaac newton Newton’s great work published in July

Isaac Newton, originally from a place called Woolsthorpe not far from Grantham in Lincolnshire, published his great work Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica on 5th July 1687. In Principia, Newton formulated the laws of motion and universal gravitation that formed the dominant scientific viewpoint. It laid the foundation for classical mechanics. The book was called ‘a book dense with the theory and application of the infinitesimal calculus’ in modern times and in Newton’s time; ‘nearly all of it is of this calculus.’

30th July 1859 Sir Henry Lunn, humanitarian and religious leader, born in Horncastle. He was also the founder of Lunn Poly, the biggest

travel company in the UK, now part of Thomson.

11th July 1926 Patrick Wymark ‘Cheeseman’ was born in Cleethorpes. He was an actor on

stage, TV and film; Battle of Britain, Where Eagles Dare and Cromwell. 6th July 1958 Actress Jennifer Saunders was also born in this month.

e Pilgrim fathers left for america On 31st July 1620, the Pilgrim fathers from Boston in Lincolnshire set sail to find a better life on the isles of the new World....

The Separatists were a group of people from Lincolnshire that wanted the freedom to worship God outside the constraints of the Church. To avoid persecution, a group set sail for the friendlier netherlands. unfortunately, their captain betrayed them and they were arrested and taken to the Boston Guildhall for several months. Their second escape was successful and they arrived in Leiden. after living here for several years, they were on the search for a better life. They set sail on the Mayflower to Plymouth first before heading on to a small place in Massachusetts which they named after their home town; Boston.

Blue Plaque of the month: Frank Pick, London Transport Pioneer... The Plaque: “Frank Pick was a pioneer of outstanding design for London Transport. He was born at Bridge House opposite this site in 1878.”

More Information: Starting at the Underground Electric Railways Company of London, Frank rose through the corporate ranks, becoming joint

assistant managing director in 1921 and managing director in 1928. He’s often credited with being responsible for

‘creating’ modern London and came from Lincolnshire.

Location: You’ll find the plaque on the Halifax Building Society in Spalding;

Frank was actually born in Bridge House, the house across the road from the Halifax Building, but it was unfortunately demolished.

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PRIDE MAGAZINES

LInCOLnSHIre PrIDe THe WeaLTHIeST PeOPLe In THe area reaD

LINCOLNSHIRE PRIDE MAGAZINE IS DELIVERED FREE OF CHARGE, VIA ROYAL MAIL, TO HIGH VALUE HOMES RIGHT ACROSS THE COUNTY... Our unique circulation is to properties in the top three council tax banded homes which are predominantly worth over Â£300,000. This guarantees the magazine has an affluent readership commensurate with our content. In addition the magazine is also sold in supermarkets and newsagents and our in-house distribution team also works hard to hand-deliver the magazine to selected hotels and restaurants, doctors, dentists, executive motor dealerships and golf clubs. If your business would benefit from being showcased to the wealthiest people in the area, please call our friendly sales team on 01529 469977 or email sales@pridemagazines.co.uk. Alternatively, you can view our media pack online at www.pridemagazines.co.uk.

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E MA GA Z I N

THIs monTH: LIons AT THe PeTwooD AnD A gArDen PArTY For eLIzABeTH & sTevens

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THe GLITTer BaLL

Woodhall Spa’s Lions and the Lincolnshire charity LIVeS came together to fund a defibrillator in the village, with a ball held at Woodhall Spa’s Petwood Hotel. Over £2,000 was raised and the Lions club is always looking for new members...

To feature your event call 01529 469977 to speak to our events desk, or email editor@pridemagazines.co.uk.

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THe GarDen GLITTer ParTY BaLL

elizabeth & Stevens recently held a VIP Garden Party to celebrate eight years of trading and the opening of its Outdoors area with statues, fountains and outdoor furniture. The event was attended by TV’s Drew Pritchard, host of TV’s Salvage Hunters...

To feature your event call 01529 469977 to speak to our events desk, or email editor@pridemagazines.co.uk.

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BeauTY MOTORS

BefOre aGe

It’s unmistakably a Porsche 911, albeit more sophisticated, more comfortable and more beautifully made than ever, especially in its brand new convertible form... Words: Rob Davis

It’s my 40th birthday this year. facing my dotage, I’m increasingly in the market for a car less practical, more... fun. The man looking back at me from the bathroom mirror each morning, holding the razor, is increasingly haggard and with alarming frequency, there appear new wrinkles and crevices to shave around with bristly bits to remove from inexplicable places like my ears and nose.

I’m not aging that well. unlike the Porsche 911; a car which could suit my midlife motoring requirements admirably. It’s aging beautifully. The 911 made its debut in 1963, evolving over eight versions, yet still it’s instantly recognisable. Like the Volkswagen Golf or the Land rover Defender, its shape has changed so little that it still looks like an evolution, rather than a revolution of its forebears.

Porsche has sold a million of them - coupés, convertibles, targas, speedsters and stripped-back GT2/GT3 models. engines are always in the rear; air cooling was ditched in 1998; two or four wheels are driven; turbos can be strapped to the belly of the beast and driver aids and automatic gearboxes have crept in. But it’s still, ostensibly, the legend it always has been and always will be. But golly, it’s better than ever... more comfortable; quicker; more sophisticated and certainly the best looking 911 Porsche has ever made. >> 123

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Go Topless this Summer: Desirable drop tops to turn heads...

Audi R8 V10 Spyder, £134,135: Audi’s dramatic-looking R8 has a 5.2 litre V10 engine and a cockpit packed with technology. A Virtual Cockpit MMI Plus system with navigation and heated leather and Alcantara sports seats ensure the Spyder certainly looks the part. There’s performance in abundance too with 60mph reached in 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 200mph. Fuel economy is 21mpg, and handling is secure by virtue of Audi’s Quattro four wheel drive system mated to a seven speed automatic gearbox. n

Mercedes S560 £115,855: Whilst the 911 is performance and handling-focused, and the R8 is about pure speed, Mercedes takes a different approach to six-figure open-top motoring with the S-Class. It’s oriented towards comfort in this non-AMG version. Sumptuous leather, heated electrically adjustable seats, automatic parking and reverse camera, wireless phone charging and navigation are all standard. The interior is a beautifully designed masterclass in technology and comfort. For £5,000 extra, a Premium package gives a 360° camera, massaging seats, and heated steering wheel and armrests. 155mph top speed, 60mph in 4.6 secs. n

>> a new 911 reaches the uk this month and the top has been removed to allow wind -in-the-hair motoring. The firm has always eschewed a folding hard top (like a Mercedes SLC) in favour of a traditional soft top.

There’s something perverse about the fact that despite our climate, the uk is the world’s second biggest market for convertible cars. That’s right, convertibles are more popular in the uk than anywhere but the uS.

BMW i8 Roadster £126,935: Having explored the best handling car, the fastest car and the more luxurious car, our fourth offering is the eco-friendly option. BMW’s i8 may cost more but it’ll save money on fuel, as it’s a plug-in hybrid with a 1.5 litre three-cylinder petrol engine, working alongside an electric setup to offer 128mph, 31 miles of range on pure electric mode and a 60mph time of 4.6 seconds. Gullwing doors are fancy, and there’s cruise, climate, parking sensors, navigation, heated electric seats and leather as standard. n

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We buy more of them per capita than the Spanish, Italians or french with their sunshine climates. and our weather can dramatically increase our buying habits. Last year’s heatwave saw convertible sales rise by 50% - a miserable summer can see a similar fall in sales. Porsche must be watching the uk weather forecast like hawks.

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This is a car to buy with your heart, not your head. It’s 911, but better, more modern and more beautiful than ever before... The coupé version of the 911, launched in January, is 50kg heavier than its predecessor, the convertible 70kg heavier still, as its body has undergone stiffening and rollover protection. You wouldn’t know.

The new model is brimming with feedback. It’s as though you’ve turned up the brightness and contrast on your driving experience or transitioned from HD to 4k TV; with either coupé or convertible 911, everything is sharper, brighter, with more feedback, suddenly you’re feeling driving, not just operating a machine. It’s beautiful. It’s lucid. It’s visceral.

The 911’s new interior is more modern too and whilst the car has its fair share of technology, there are still physical switches; ergonomics and materials are spot on.

now ubiquitous, air con and climate control systems have dented convertible sales and whilst there’s a £9,600 premium over the coupé, none of those practical, cold hard facts will stop you from buying the convertible derivative. nor should they. This is a car to buy with your heart, not your head. 911 is better and more beautiful than ever, the perfect 40th birthday gift, from me, to me. n

PORSCHE 911 CONVERTIBLE Price: £102,722 (Carrera S).

Motor/Drivetrain: 3.0-litre twin-turbo flat-six.

Performance: 0-60mph 3.9 secs; 190mph top speed. Economy: 24.6mpg - 28mpg. Equipment: electric leather sports seats, Park assist, reversing camera, cruise/climate controls, heated seats, digital instrument cluster, navigation/DaB radio. n

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Charity Launches Portable Service...

LIVES CAN NOW DELIVER CPR TRAINING FROM NEW MOBILE EDUCATION UNIT BOSTON Lives has launched a new unit to deliver CPr training in remote and rural Lincolnshire. Lives is a charity dedicated to promoting crucial lifesaving education to people across the county. The Mobile education unit will be able to teach even more people lifesaving CPr skills. It first launched at Bakkavor in Boston, and will be travelling the county to reach remote and rural villages and communities in Lincolnshire that don’t have a traditional venue or village hall to host events. The new unit is possible thanks to a generous grant which was awarded to Lives from the People’s Postcode Lottery. “We’re extremely grateful to the People’s Postcode Lottery for making this possible,” says nikki Silver, the CeO of the Lives charity.

“Only one in ten people survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. The addition of the mobile education unit means that Lives can now train more people in CPr

Construction Has Started at Ingleby View in Saxilby... LOVELL HOMES HAVE STARTED THEIR CONSTRUCTION OF INGLEBY VIEW

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so that we can try to improve this statistic.” The unit is scheduled to attend a number of events across the summer in and around Lincolnshire.

n Photo: Steve Smailes. If you would like any more information on the Lives charity or the new unit, please call Sarah Lane on 01507 525999 or visit the charity’s website www.lives.org.uk.

SAXILBY Construction work is now well underway at leading developer Lovell Homes’ Ingleby View development in Saxilby, after members of the Parish Council visited the site to officially ‘break the ground.’

Due to launch in summer 2019, Ingleby View is a brand new development of 133 two, three and four bedroom homes in the friendly Lincolnshire village of Saxilby. each home will benefit from allocated parking, en suite bathrooms, a private rear garden, integrated appliances and more, as well as being perfectly crafted with inspiring style, unrivalled quality and exceptional value, all of which are hallmarks of a Lovell home.

Chairman of the Parish Council, Councillor David Cotton, visited the development located off Sturton road, with Vice Chairman Councillor Paul roberts, Chairman of the Planning Committee, Councillor russell Spurr and the Parish Clerk elaine atkin, to meet with Lovell representatives and take a tour around the site.

n For further information on the homes available, please call Lovell Homes on 01522 844 226.

MAXEY EVENT IS RAISING MONEY YET AGAIN

quarter of a Millionth Bus Passenger

Stagecoach’s 250,000th passenger received royal treatment after hopping on the Simplibus town service into newark recently. Maria Torres was showered in gifts including flowers, balloons and a night’s stay at a local guest house after Stagecoach celebrated a quarter of a million passengers on their service in newark which launched in late 2018. “By listening to customers and creating Simplibus, we have encouraged more people to use buses, improving journeys and reducing congestion.” n NEWARK

WEST DEEPINGS The established Maxey Classic Car & Bike Show is being held on Saturday 10th august at the picturesque lakeside venue in the village.

now in it’s 18th year, the Maxey event promises to attract a large entry of two and fourwheel vehicles. It’s a great day out for all the family, with live music from Paul Lake and the

jazz band Herbie Lamb quartet, real ale bar, BBq and children’s amusements. admission is just £5.

The show opens to the public at 11am with judging taking place between 1pm and 3.30pm. Organised by the Maxey Charity Club, all the show’s profits are donated to local good causes. n

east of england arena’s Busiest Season on record

PETERBOROUGH’S EAST OF ENGLAND ARENA PREPARES FOR ITS BUSIEST YEAR EVER...

PETERBOROUGH With a record season of new events ahead, The east of england arena and events Centre has invested £144k in vehicles, equipment and works to ensure the venue’s 238 acres of outdoor venue space are in top condition. The venue has laid new water lines and purchased four new vehicles to keep the venues huge grassed areas neat and green. “Our venue has so much room to expand events and clients recognise that, so we need to be ready with upgrades and improvements to stay ahead of demand,” says ryan from the showground and arena. n Call 01733 363500 or visit www.eastofenglandarena.com.

£1,000,000...

Classic Car Show 2019

a neW learning FaciliTY has opened at Stamford College. The state-of-the-art Digital Skills Centre at new College Stamford features the very latest smart technology, including virtual simulation software and data modelling programming. It will also provide education to out-of-school clients including CISCO, Microsoft and digital apprenticeship courses. n

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NEWS In Brief ALFORD

FAIRBURNS ADDS BIG INDUSTRY LEADERS TO THE TEAM

LJ fairburn & Sons has recently recruited new agriculture director nigel Butcher, technical director Yvonne Hynd and rearing manager Davey Hynd. With more than 90 years of industry experience between them, the trio will bring a wealth of knowledge to fairburns which has grown to become one of the largest independent egg producers and packers in the country. fairburn’s was recently named Poultry Business of the Year and has been listed in the London Stock exchange Group’s 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain for five years’ running.

“Our business has achieved rapid growth and expansion in recent years, and we needed the best people in the industry to help support us,” says Daniel fairburn. n

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