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WHAT’S ON Live events, music and theatre productions this November.
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Step into the magic of Cinderella this Christmas. Marvel in the fairytale, brought to life by awardwinning Interior Designer, Charlotte Lloyd-Webber, before embarking on the trail to the Engine Yard for a day filled with festive fun for the whole family. You can also pre-book a full Christmas experience with a visit to Cinderella in the Castle; stop by the magical Grotto to meet Santa Claus and enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea in the grandeur of the Regency-styled tearoom. n Pre-booking recommended, see www.belvoircastle.com. Belvoir Castle, NG32 1PE, or call 01476 871001.
Service of Remembrance
WREATH LAYING AND SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE AT CANWICK’S INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE
Image: Steve Percival / IBCC. LINCOLN SUNDAY 13th NOVEMBER SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
Canwick’s International Bomber Command Centre remembers the 57,861 men and women who gave their lives supporting Bomber Command. On Remembrance Sunday, the centre’s service will include hymns with the IBCC Orchestra and Choir, poetry readings and a Roll of Honour for the veterans who have left us in the last year. The service will be followed by a wreath laying. n Lincoln LN4 2HQ. See www.internationalbcc.co.uk.
LINCOLN FRIDAY 4th NOVEMBER AUTUMN LIGHTS
Lincolnshire’s largest firework display, with an additional children’s display, entertainers, street food, party band, Spark! glow drummer show, and La Flamo fire show. n Lincolnshire Showground, LN2 2NA, tickets £10/adults, £5/children advance, see lincolnshireshowground.co.uk.
LINCOLN FRIDAY 11th - SATURDAY 19th NOVEMBER
SWEENEY TODD AT LINCOLN’S NEW THEATRE ROYAL
Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s deliciously dark, thrilling theatrical treat has shocked and delighted audiences since being awarded eight Tony awards on its Broadway premier. It now arrives in Lincoln to thrill and delight audiences in the atmospheric surroundings of the New Theatre Royal Lincoln. n Tickets £21, from 7.30pm, call 01522 519 999 or see newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk.
BOSTON WEDNESDAY 23rd - SATURDAY 26th NOV DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS
Boston Operatic Society Musical Theatre Group presents this romantic comedy set in the French Riviera. n Tickets £14.50/adults, from 2.30pm/7.30pm, Boston’s Blackfriars Arts Centre, PE21 6HP. 01205 363108, www.blackfriarsartscentre.co.uk.
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GRANTHAM FROM WEDNESDAY 16th - SATURDAY 19thNOVEMBER THE GOOD LIFE, LIVE ON STAGE
Based on the 1970s TV series starring Richard Briars and Felicity Kendal, performed live on stage by Grantham Dramatic Society. When Tom and Barbara Good decide to rebel against their mundane, conventional lives, going self-sufficient in the suburbs promises them a slice of ‘The Good Life.’ In contrast to the down-toearth Goods, their socially ambitious neighbours Margo and Jerry work particularly hard to maintain their uppermiddle-class standards despite living next door to Tom and Barbara’s eccentric farm. n Grantham Guildhall Arts Centre, NG31 6PZ. Tickets £10-£12, 01476 406158 or see www.granthamdramaticsociety.co.uk.
GRIMSBY SUNDAY 13th NOVEMBER THE NUTCRACKER
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a dazzling production of the most famous ballet in the world: The Nutcracker. n From £31, 2.30pm, Grimsby Auditorium, DN31 2BH, grimsbyauditorium.org.uk.
SCUNTHORPE SATURDAY 26th NOV THE CHILDHOOD
Scunthorpe and District Choral Society will be joined by Lincoln Choral Society to perform a joyous, vibrant and passionate celebration of childhood, including poetry by Keats and sopranos from Scunthorpe Co-operative Junior Choir. n Baths Hall, Scunthorpe DN15 7RG, 7.40pm, £19.50, call 01724 296296.
The Snowman in Lincoln
RAYMOND BRIGGS’ FESTIVE STORY BROUGHT TO LIFE IN THE NAVE OF LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
LOOKING AHEAD SATURDAY 10th DECEMBER THE SNOWMAN LIVE AT LINCOLN CATHEDRAL
The classic Christmas story by Raymond Briggs is brought to life by a live orchestra and soloists from the Cathedral Choir. The film itself will be shown on a big screen in the nave and in keeping with the book, the film of The Snowman is wordless and free of
GRANTHAM FROM 24th NOVEMBER CHRISTMAS AT BELTON HOUSE
Discover an all new festive illuminated trail for all the family set within the beautiful landscape of Belton House, with over a million twinkling lights and a two kilometre trail, refreshments and other entertainment. n Call 01476 566 116 or see www.christmasatbelton.com.
STAMFORD 24th - 27th NOVEMBER THE BURGHLEY CHRISTMAS FAIR
Save the dates for this year’s spectacular Christmas Fair at Burghley - a truly magical experience with shopping, local food and drink, and much more Christmas entertainment. n Burghley House, PE9 4QN, for details call 01780 752451.
dialogue, except for the now iconic, ‘Walking in the Air’ which will be performed by a chorister from Lincoln Cathedral Choir at each performance. The five screenings WILL sell out very quickly so early booking is recommended! n Performances at 11am, 1.30pm, 3pm, 7pm and 8.30pm, Lincoln Cathedral, advance booking essential, tickets from £7.50, available from lincolncathedral.com, call 01522 561600.
Celebrate Christmas
at GATES GARDEN CENTRE
Established by Fred & Ivy Gates in 1948, and still a family run business 74 years on, it’s no wonder that Cold Overton’s Gates Garden Centre is right at the heart of your Christmas celebrations. And this year, there’s more to enjoy than ever before!
WHAT’S MORE IMPORTANT than family? Nothing. Which is why Gates Garden Centre is right at the heart of your own Christmas celebrations. As a family owned and run business since 1948, nobody understands family or festivities like Gates, with the area’s largest Christmas displays, totalling around 14,000sq ft of decorations and ten themes for your festive home. Christmas Decorations... Gates has opened its festive displays as Pride goes to press, and as usual its bows, baubles, Christmas trees and festive lights are all arranged thematically making it easy for you to achieve a cohesive look for your festive celebrations.
The Best Christmas Trees... And of course, you’ll want somewhere to hang your baubles. So whether you’re seeking a standard or premium-cut tree, Gates Garden Centre provides sustainably sourced, freshly cut trees to last all season. The centre has a range of artificial trees, too, realistically emulating the look and feel of fir, spruce or pine, including pre-lit trees in white or multi-coloured designs, with no more untangling wires or hunting for elusive faulty bulbs. Thoughtful Festive Gifts... Christmas shopping, all under one roof. With a range of premium gifts, you’ll find toys and games for children, giftware for gents and ladies, from candles, diffusers and fragrance to bath and body products, scarves, handbags and cosy gloves, hats and socks for winter.
With a range of books and stocking fillers, cards and gift wrapping too, all under one roof, with everything indoors and with 800 free parking spaces, finding a thoughtful gift is easier at Gates.
Gates Farm Shop... With festive decoration and shopping made easier, the Cold Overton-based retailer set about thinking how it could make things easier in the kitchen, too. In 2019, Gates Garden Centre created a purpose-built farm shop with 12,000sq ft space and over 4,000 products. From Hambleton Bakery bread to high-welfare butchery including beef reared on the family’s own farm, all of the fresh meat, dairy, bakery, and grocery goods plus a range of wines and spirits are under one roof. You can reserve your turkey, goose or a sirloin of beef for Christmas day now or shop online at www.gatesfarmshop.co.uk and have a complete order ready for collection or home delivery. Lakeland, for your home... With a new Lakeland store on site, too, you can equip yourself with new roasting trays, cookware, knives and practical products for cleaning and storage right around the home. Time to enjoy Christmas... And so, with festive preparations in hand, it’s time to enjoy a festive afternoon tea, homemade cake, brunch or Christmas dinner in the 360 seater Garden Restaurant.
This year, Santa will be inviting small groups of children to sit and enjoy a story with his elves in a dedicated area of the restaurant. The new format for this year’s celebrations is designed to reduce waiting times and give children more quality time with the man in red.
Of course, they’ll still receive a gift, ensuring that whatever age you are, Christmas is still a magical time at Gates Garden Centre, on hand to ensure you spend less time preparing, and more time enjoying the season with friends and family. n
Festive Decorations: This year, the centre’s 14,000ft2 of festive decorations are arranged across 10 themes from Candy Cane Land, Cocktail Glamour and Woodland Creatures to Frosty Morning and Home Opulence, to name a few.
Restaurant & Santa: Children can see Santa Claus for breakfast or dinner and enjoy listening to a story. Pre-booking is essential. Farm Shop: Visit in person or shop online for collection or home delivery.
Contact Details: Gates Garden Centre, Somerby Road, Cold Overton, Oakham LE15 7QB. Telephone: 01664 454309. www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk. www.gatesfarmshop.co.uk. n
