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Exhibition explores county’s pivotal role in Great War Lincolnshire: Bastion in the Air

Dave Harrigan MBE, Aviation Heritage Manager

Covering wings with fabric at Robey & Co.

THIS will be an exciting year for the city and county with a series of our towns and cities. A fifteen foot model of such an airship will be suspended th commemorative celebrations for the Royal Air Force’s 100 birthday in April from the ceiling. Here the visitor will be able to understand the defence against (RAF100). such an enemy and how this brought about the creation of the Royal Air Force For us, preparations have been in hand since 2015 when Aviation Heritage from two separate organisations. One of the prized exhibits will be a Victoria Lincolnshire, part of Lincolnshire County Council, applied to the Heritage Cross loaned to us by Lord Ashcroft from his world-famous collection. This one Lottery Fund for a grant based on the novel idea of creating an airfield inside a belonged to William Leefe-Robinson who downed the first enemy airship over hangar. this country. The link here is that he was in a plane built in Lincoln. Artefacts from Finally in late 2016 we found out that we had been successful and began the downed airship will also be on display. implementing our plans for a major two-site exhibition, “Lincolnshire: Bastion in A surprise collection loaned to us by our partners at the Military History Museum the Air”, relating the story of the county’s pivotal role in aviation during World War in Dresden will also be on display. These will include artefacts never seen before in One, both on the ground and in the air. the country. More information can be obtained from The first exhibition will open at RAF Scampton and be housed in the famous www.thecollectionmuseum.com. Dambusters’ Hangar where a large diorama has been built, which will incorporate a grassed airfield “somewhere in France” depicting daily life - from the living To promote these events we have two travelling exhibitions touring the county accommodation to the workshops and defensive positions. which are entitled “Heroes of the Airfields” and “Heroines of the Home Front”. To A British DH2 pusher engine fighter and a “captured” German aircraft, a Rumpler date they have been visited by several thousand visitors to critical acclaim. C.VII will be on display . This type was used in the reconnaissance role and this particular one, as the scenario relates, had developed engine problems over our lines and was forced to land and was subsequently transferred to this airfield - this was fairly common during the conflict. The story of Royal Flying Corps Station Brattleby, as Scampton was then known, will recall how the squadrons there attempted to thwart the Zeppelin menace, as well as train future pilots. Finally, we will have a Wall of Heroes on which around 20 stories will be told of the young men who fought and died in the conflict and who either came from the county or as members of the British Empire died and are buried here. This exhibition will run from April 6 -to August 24 and must be prebooked at least two-weeks before the intended visit by going to www.rafscampton.co.uk and completing the form. The second exhibition will take place at The Collection Museum in Lincoln and run from May 26 to September 9. The story of the development of the aircraft industry from its inception in 1915 to being Plans for commemorating RAF100 have been in the pipeline for the world’s second largest by the end of 1916 will be narrated including some time and included a special conference at RAF College explanations of the aircraft designs and innovations, the key decision to Cranwell where participants included Dave Harrigan MBE (top employ women in the construction and assembly areas at the various left) with (front row) Group Captain Sean O’Connor OBE, Maggie Appleton MBE CEO at The Royal Air Force Museum and Lydia factories, and the testing areas around the city of Lincoln. Rusling, Head of Visit Lincoln. In addition we will look at the use of the Zeppelin by Germany against

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TO ensure the Visit Lincoln what’s on guide includes as many events across the Lincoln district as possible we are including the contact details of venues with multiple listings below. If you are interested in an event but need further information please see list below.

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Lincolnshire Showground Grange-de-Lings, Lincoln LN2 2NA 01522 522900 www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk

Visitor Information Centre 9 Castle Hill, Lincoln LN1 3AA 01522 545458

The usher Gallery Danes Terrace, Lincoln LN2 1LP 01522 555599 www.collectionmuseum.com

Lincoln BIG 3-5 St Swithin’s Square, Lincoln LN2 1HA 01522 545233

St Marks Shopping Centre St Marks Square, Lincoln LN5 7EX 01522 575240 www.stmarks-lincoln.co.uk

Lincoln Castle Castle Square Lincoln LN1 3AA 01522 554559, www.lincolncastle.com

Waterside Shopping Centre Waterside High St, Lincoln LN2 1AP 01522 529566 www.watersideshopping.com

Lincoln Cathedral Minster Yard, Lincoln LN2 1PX 01522 561600 www.lincolncathedral.com

Hartsholme Country Park Skellingthorpe Rd, Lincoln LN6 0EY www.lincoln.gov.uk/hartsholmecp

The Collection Danes Terrace, Lincoln LN2 1LP 01522 550965 www.collectionmuseum.com

university of Lincoln

Gainsborough Old Hall Parnell St, Gainsborough DN21 2NB www.gainsborougholdhall.com

Brayford Pool, Lincoln LN6 7TS www.lincoln.ac.uk City of Lincoln Council www.lincoln.gov.uk

Museum of Lincolnshire Life Old Barracks, Burton Road, Lincoln LN1 3LY www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/heritage-and-tourism/ museum-of-lincolnshire-life

Lincolnshire County Council www.lincolnshire.gov.uk Lincolnshire Co-operative Stanley Bett House, 15/23 Tentercroft Street, Lincoln LN5 7DB 01522 512211 www.lincolnshire.coop

Lincoln Drill Hall Free School Lane, Lincoln LN2 1EY 01522 873894 www.lincolndrillhall.com new Theatre Royal Lincoln Clasketgate, Lincoln LN2 1JJ 01522 519999 www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk

Engine Shed University of Lincoln, Brayford Wharf East, Brayford Pool, Lincoln LN6 7TS 01522 837400 www.engineshed.co.uk

Lincoln Performing Arts Centre University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool LN6 7TS 01522 837600 www.lpac.co.uk

Lincoln Film Society 07788 521 569 www.lincolnfilmsociety.com

Bishop Grosseteste university Longdales Road, Lincoln LN1 3DY 01522 527347 www.bishopg.ac.uk

Sam Scorer Gallery 5 Drury Lane, Lincoln LN1 3BN 01522 589 899 www.samscorergallery.co.uk

The Venue For location see under Bishop Grosseteste University. Cinema - 01522 858635 www.bgvenues.co.uk

Harding House Gallery 50 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LU 01522 523537 www.hardinghousegallery.co.uk

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About the Visit Lincoln What’s On Guide

Colour coded listings

Designed to help you to get the most out of our vibrant city and beyond - whether you are visiting or lucky enough to live here.

Our listings are colour coded so you know exactly where to look if you fancy a night at the theatre or a day out with the kids.

RAF100

RAF100 International Bomber Command Centre

9 - 11 61

Entertainment

Cinema Comedy Theatre Children’s Theatre Dance Music

12 - 16 16 - 18 18 - 24 24 - 26 26 - 27 27 - 33

Food and Drink Recipes

34 - 38 34

Shopping in Lincoln

34 - 38

Family Birchwood Leisure Centre

42 - 46 42

Heritage Lego Legends at Lincoln Castle Costume Drama

47 - 50 49 50

Galleries Arts & Crafts Learning Literary

51 52 54 - 56 57

Days Out Brayford Pool

58 - 60 58

Food & Drink

Shopping & Markets Family

Heritage

Learning and Culture

Days Out

Charities & Community

Cover design

Charities & Community

Afternoon tea served daily

THIS issue’s fantastic front cover is by Ella Mcneilage, a third year BA (Hons) Illustration student at the University of Lincoln. The image was chosen by public vote during an exhibition of illustrations by Ella and her fellow students with the theme RAF meets Steampunk, which started at the Chapterhouse at Lincoln Cathedral and can now been seen in Stokes Café at The Lawn.

Somewhere different, somewhere extra special... CHURCH HILL, WASHINGBOROUGH, LINCOLN LN4 1BE T: 01522 790 340

www.washingboroughhall.com

Have summer fun in city parks

Lincoln’s Parks and Open Spaces

THE sun is out, the snow is a distant memory, flowers are blooming and the birds are singing which can only mean that spring is here in Lincoln.

In 2003, the park completed a £3 million restoration to return it back to its original beauty (see above) Today the Arboretum boasts beautiful gardens, lakes, bridges, a maze, two fountain features, a Victorian bandstand, children’s play area and a café for the family to enjoy. The Arboretum is the closest of Lincoln’s parks to the city centre at under a 20minute walk to the gates. Pay and display parking facilities are also available for public use on the weekends on Sewell Road. The Arboretum is owned and managed by City of Lincoln Council.

With three beautiful parks in the city, you’re spoiled for choice on where to enjoy your walk in nature, but rest assured, we’ve got all the details so you can make the right choice for your day out. Boultham Park - Hall Drive, Lincoln LN6 7SW The 50-acre Boultham Park is nearing completion of its multi-million pound restoration and a short walk around the park uncovers a whole range of new features. Not only does the park boast an improved look and feel, but a brand-new café (below) and education centre have been installed and a full restoration has been carried out on the fountain garden, bandstand, sundial and bridges. Visitors can still wind along the traditional paths and enjoy the park’s favourite features such as the lake and children’s play area. The improvements at Boultham Park were made possible by The Heritage Lottery Fund and the Big Lottery Parks for People Project. The Boultham Park Restoration Project is run by City of Lincoln Council and Linkage Community Trust. Hartsholme Country Park - Skellingthorpe Road, Lincoln LN6 0EY If you’re looking to visit a park away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Green Flag Award winning Hartsholme Country Park is the ideal spot for you. The park offers something for everyone, whether it’s fun for the children in the play area, a bite to eat in the café or a gentle stroll around the lake with your loved ones. The park boasts many natural features including landscaped gardens, a large reservoir, woodlands and grassland, as well as 80 diﬀerent species of tree. What’s more, the 63-acre Swanholme Lakes Local Nature Reserve is accessible through the park and hosts a range of wildlife. Follow the park at: facebook.com/hartsholmecp to find out about the many events that the City of Lincoln park rangers host throughout the year (see also under our Families Listings). Hartsholme Country Park is signposted from the A46 Lincoln bypass and Tritton Road, with the entrance and car park located on the B1378 (Skellingthorpe Road). Arboretum - Monks Road, Lincoln LN2 5RT The Arboretum is a Grade II listed and Green Flag Award winning park near the city centre.

Lincoln Transport Hub

Hub is welcoming gateway to city

LAST year, the city bagged itself a new 1,000 space car park and this year, it’s got a brand-new bus station to shout about! The opening of Lincoln Central Bus Station marks the completion of City of Lincoln Council’s £30 million Transport Hub project, offering visitors a warm welcome to the city by providing modern facilities for all. The Transport Hub development compromises of the new car park, bus station, improvements to the railway station forecourt, a new access for vehicles into the railway station car park and a pedestrian plaza linking Sincil Street and High Street to the city’s railway station. Lincoln Central Car Park officially opened its doors in November 2017 to coincide with the city’s Christmas lights switch on. The building provides a safe environment for users with plenty of convenient parking for visitors and 12 EV charging points for electric vehicles. Next door, Lincoln Central Bus Station welcomed its first passengers in January 2018 to offer a much-improved experience for visitors to the city. The light and spacious concourse provides up-to-the-minute travel information and Lincoln’s first Changing Places facility is available for less able visitors to use. Lincoln Central Bus Station and Car Park were built for City of Lincoln Council by Willmott Dixon Construction, and part-funded by a £12 million grant from the Department for Transport and the Greater Lincolnshire Economic Partnership.

Lincoln's ﬁrst Clarins treatment salon & spa retreat oﬀering the unique Clarins Tri Active Spa Treatments set within a 14th Century building on Steep Hill, Lincoln. .

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The Grand Cafe offers a warm welcome to visitors

13 - 15 Steep Hill Lincoln LN2 1LT

Tel: 01522 535553

Shopping in Lincoln Artist’s impressions courtesy Lincolnshire Co-op.

No need to shop around for great retail therapy

LINCOLN is the perfect place to shop, it has a compact city centre which is both easy and enjoyable to walk around. From uphill to downhill the city is fantastically diverse with the quirky independents along the Bailgate to big name high street brands - there is something for everyone. Lincoln city centre can be covered on foot easily, with beautiful architecture surrounding you every step of the way. From the Guildhall to the Cathedral and Castle and much more, the history of Lincoln makes for a shopping experience like no other. Of course, with City of Lincoln Council’s new Transport Hub now up and running, getting into the city has never been easier - a new, modern bus station and 1,000 space multi-storey car park await. On your way into the city centre from the Hub you pass through Sincil Street, itself a hub of individual, independent shops, chain stores and cafes offering the shopper an eclectic mix of opportunities. Further along Sincil Street is the city’s Central Market which is located next to City Square. The market offers a variety of fresh foods, clothing, household and specialty products stalls and is open from Monday to Saturday from 9am to 4pm. The Cornhilll redevelopment by Lincolnshire Co-op, encompassing Sincil Street, City Square and the Corn Exchange, is coming to fruition. Recent openings of the fantastically eccentric Cosy Club restaurant along with Danish home and general store Flying Tiger Copenhagen and versatile menswear brand Moss Bros are all in situ with many more exciting businesses on their way. On the High Street, the national brands lead the way with Jack Wills, Waterstones, HMV and River Island rubbing shoulders with Marks and Spencer, Boots, House of Fraser and many more. The Waterside Centre houses iconic brands such as Next, H&M and New Look. A new Top Man and Top Shop will be moving in soon too. Add into all of this, the restaurant opportunities along the Brayford, the soon-to-be-renovated St Mark’s area and the surrounding areas and the downhill area has something for everyone. As you move towards the Straight, up Steep Hill and along the Bailgate you can find one-off fashion pieces, vintage delights and quirky gifts all offered by a choice of independent retailers along with cool bars, tasty eateries and shops that are a haven for shoppers wanting to find something a little different. As you can see, Lincoln has it all. And more! Why not come pay us a visit?

RAF100 Runs until Sunday 25 March

Sunday 1 April Sunday 30 September 10am - 4pm

Sunday 1 April

10am - 5pm

Airships Over Lincolnshire

An exhibition exploring the vital role airships and hot air balloons played in wartime and the involvement of the Lighter than Air Section at Cranwell. Free. Visit www.cranwellaviation.co.uk

RAF100

10am - 4pm

CRAnWELL AVIATIOn HERITAGE MuSEuM

Gallantry in the Air

An exhibition commemorating the RAF aircrews who have been decorated for their bravery and gained the highest awards for valour. Free entry, www.cranwellaviation.co.uk nEWARk AIR MuSEuM

100th Anniversary of RAF: Open Cockpits Day Celebrating 100 years of the RAF with access to a host of museum aircraft. Adults £9. Over 65s £8. Children £4.50. Contact 01636 707170 for more information.

Thursday 5 April Friday 31 August

RAF SCAMPTOn

Lincolnshire: Bastion in the Air Exhibition

The Dambusters hanger will be re-created into a WW1 Airfield with three WW1 aircraft suspended to form part of a static display. Free. Pre-booking required two weeks prior to visit. www.rafscampton.co.uk

Thursday 12 April

9.30am site opens 11.30 start

Thursday 12 April

7pm - 9.30pm

InTERnATIOnAL BOMBER COMMAnD CEnTRE

Official opening of International Bomber Command Centre

Compered by John Sergeant the opening of the commemorative and educational centre will include music, drama and speeches from the Rt Hon Earl Howe, Minister of State for Defence, a Blessing the Bishop of Lincoln and a cutting ceremony. This is a ticket only event for veterans and guests, but the whole city can enjoy several flypasts throughout the day. InTERnATIOnAL BOMBER COMMAnD CEnTRE

Opening Ceremony Concert

Compered by Carol Vorderman the event will include performances from The Invictus Games Choir. Lincoln Cathedral Choir, excerpts from The Navigator, the IBCC Community Orchestra, Horncastle and District Choral Society and 40s singer Heather Marie Little. Canwick Ave, Lincoln LN4 2RF Tickets adult £14. Concession £12. Child £7. www.internationalbcc.digitickets.co.uk/category/12772

Saturday 14 April TBA

InTERnATIOnAL BOMBER COMMAnD CEnTRE

Premiere of HD version of The Dambusters

This new version of the classic film has been digitally remastered by Studio Canal and is being premiered at IBCC before its Albert Hall screening. Visit internationalbcc.co.uk

Friday 20 April 11.30am

LInCOLn CITy CEnTRE

Freedom Parade

RAF Waddington and RAF Scampton exercise their Freedom of the City by marching from St Martin’s Square to the War Memorial where the Mayor will take the salute.

Visit the Lincolnshire: Bastion in the Air Exhibition

Wednesday 2 May 4pm

ROBERT HARDy BuILDInG, BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

BGU Annual History Lecture 2018 The RAF in Two World Wars

To mark the centenary of the RAF Prof Richard Overy looks at the history of British air power in two world wars, focusing on the creation of the service in 1918. Tickets to lecture are free, but tickets that include refreshments are £5. Both available at www.bishop.ac.uk/events

RAF100

The Band of the Royal Air Force College will perform at Lincoln Cathedral.

Commemorate, celebrate and inspire... RAF100 events in city and county

Lincoln’s traditional Forties Weekend will be dedicated to RAF100 this August Bank Holiday. Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 May

10am - 4pm

Saturday 5, Sunday 6 and Monday 7 May 11am - 4pm

Thursday 24 May

RAF InGHAM HERITAGE CEnTRE

Polish Heritage Day

A day to honour and remember the deeds and sacrifices of those men and women of the Polish Air Force Bomber Squadrons who served here alongside the RAF in WW2. www.rafingham.co.uk

7.30pm

Various Times

LInCOLn CASTLE

Kings in the Sky

Celebrating the Centenary of the RAF with a full size replica Spitfire and WW1 bi plane taking pride of place on the castle lawns. Uniformed re-enactment of the crew of a Lancaster Bomber and songs from WW2 LInCOLn CITy

Festival of Cycling

Sunday 13 May

InTERnATIOnAL BOMBER COMMAnD CEnTRE

All day

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Saturday 30 June

VARIOuS LOCATIOnS

The Lincolnshire Show

One of the best county shows offering a huge variety of spectacular entertainment , food, shopping, livestock and equine classes, and this year celebrating the RAF100 anniversary with various event in the Aviation Zone.

Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival Aviation themed walks across the area

Armed Forces Day

The High Street and Cornhill area will host it’s annual Armed Forces Day celebrations with entertainment near the War Memorial. VIP and local dignitaries will inspect the Standards supporting by the Fire & Rescue Band. Event includes musical entertainment, Irish Dancers, Silver Sounds Band, a Cadet Drill Competition, the Band Master & Cadet Band Sunset Lower the Flag & Salute Ceremony. Local Army Reserve & RAF Reserve Regt’s will be present and some military vehicles will be on display. Veterans & Association Groups will have stands in the High Street.

Saturday 30 June Friday 13 July

ST MARkS SHOPPInG CEnTRE. LInCOLn

All Day

woldswalkingfestival.co.uk

CITy CEnTRE

10am

Inspire Ride 2018

Saturday 19 May Sunday 3 June

Worldwide artefacts will be telling the story of Lincoln’s part in WW1 including the largest model Zeppelin.

Advanced tickets £20 adult. Age 17-22 £17. Child £6. Under 5s free. www.lincolnshireshow.co.uk

Churches of all sizes and denominations in West Lindsey come together to celebrate their rich diversity. This year they also celebrate their aviation heritage and association with the RAF. A warm welcome awaits everyone. Free. www.churches festival.info

New Ride-Out event aimed at all motorcyclists, who are invited to the centre to meet WWII veterans with period military vehicles, bikes and entertainments. Visit www.inspirelincoln.org.uk

Lincolnshire: Bastion in the Air Exhibition

Wednesday 20 - Thursday 21 June All day

West Lindsey Churches Festival

10am - 3pm

THE COLLECTIOn

Adults £5. Seniors £4. Children £3. HM Forces personnel £3. Family £10

events.itpevents.co.uk VARIOuS LOCATIOnS ACROSS WEST LInDSEy

Celebrate the present and inspire the future Royal Air Force. Compered by Carol Vorderman MBE RAFVR(T)

10am - 4pm

Four days of exciting cycle events including Criteriums, Sportive, Uphill dash and the men’s and women’s Lincoln Grand Prix. Featuring 100 RAF cyclists. The steep hills of Lincoln’s cobbled Cathedral Quarter offer tough routes and excitement for spectators.

Weekends of 12 - 13 May and 19 - 20 May

Royal Air Force Centenary Concert Tickets from £20. www.lincolncathedral.com

Saturday 26 May Sunday 9 September

Usual castle admissions apply.

Thursday 10 May Sunday 13 May

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Heroes of the Airfields Exhibition

This travelling exhibition examines the air threat to the UK in WW1, and the British response, focussing on the contribution made by Lincolnshire Airmen.

RAF100

A taste of the Lincolnshire: Bastion in the Air Exhibition. Main picture - overhead view of the war effort in Robey’s Lincoln factory; top left - the first Gunbus being prepared for a test flight; top right - all aviators were pioneers in the First World War. Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 July All day

Friday 13 July Sunday 12 August All day

Woodhall Spa 1940s Festival

A wide variety of 1940s home front themed events across numerous venues in the village. Enjoy the unique atmosphere of Woodall Spa back in the 40s. £5 park and ride, some concerts require purchased tickets, but most entertainment is free. www.woodhall-spa-40s-festival.com

Site opens 9.30am

Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 August

ST MARkS SHOPPInG CEnTRE. LInCOLn

Heroines of the Homefront

10am - 5pm

This exhibition explores different ways women contributed to the war effort during 1914-1918 and focusses on changes in their social status before, during and after this period.

Wednesday 25 - Sunday 29 July

VARIOuS LOCATIOnS

Check times

www.licmf.moonfruit.com

Saturday 29 July

HARLAxTOn MAnOR

10am - 4pm

Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 August

WOODHALL SPA

Lincolnshire International Chamber Music Festival

Harlaxton Manor Open Day

A fabulous day with old aircrafts, exhibitions, vintage singers and a Remembrance Service. Tickets Adults £20. Children £6. www.harlaxton.co.uk

Saturday 4 August All day

Friday 10 August

10am - 4pm

A black tie dinner held in the Nave of the Cathedral to celebrate Lincolnshire’s RAF community. Sponsorship packages available. Help raise funds for the essential repair and restoration of the Cathedral and International Bomber Command Centre

RAF100 Weekend

Step back in time for two days of vintage vehicles , children entertainment, vintage rides and games at the Lawn, Union Road - perfect for families, children and picnics. Free.

RAF100 Weekend

Explore the vintage and modern fire engine display at Brayford during the weekend, and stay into the evening on Saturday for the fireworks spectacular Free. LInCOLn HIGH STREET

Veterans Street Party

Join RAF veterans on Lincoln High Street for tea and cake at our street party to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the RAF.

Thursday 18 October

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

TBC

www.lincolncathedral.com

Celebrate the spirit of 1940s Britain from The Strait to Bailgate, with two days of period activities and displays, vintage market stalls , entertainment and re-enactments. Free.

10am - 2pm

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

RAF100 Dinner

RAF100 Weekend

BRAyFORD WATERFROnT

Sunday 12 August

Tickets Adults £20. Children £6. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.

CATHEDRAL QuARTER

Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 August

East Kirby Air Show

Lincolnshire’s biggest Independent air show, re- enactments, Lancaster taxi runs, trade stalls, vintage cars and much more.

Two days of activities with a 1940s twist including Best Dressed Evacuee for youngsters, cooking on rations, vintage vehicles, arts and crafts, dancing and workshops. www.internationalbcc.co.uk

THE LAWn

10am - 5pm

LInCOLnSHIRE AVIATIOn CEnTRE

RAF100 Weekend

Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 August 10am - 5pm

Experience music from the First and Second World War

InTERnATIOnAL BOMBER COMMAnD CEnTRE

Commemoration of Lincoln Engineering in the Great War

With an introduction on the overall picture of the supply of munitions and aircraft manufacture. More details to be announced.

Entertainment

Cinema

Cinema Every Saturday TBA

Wednesday 4 April 7.15pm

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Family Friendly Film

Something for everyone to enjoy no matter the age! See Useful Contacts, p4

2pm

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Macbeth (ROH Live Screening)

Macbeth fights for The King of Scotland - but when the witches’ prophecy states he will become king, an ambition drives The Macbeths to murder. Tickets. £17.50. £15.50 Concessions.

Tickets. £18 (2 adults, 2 children or 1 adult, 3 children)

Friday 23 March

Entertainment

Friday 6 April

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

7.30pm

The Crucible (12)

The 1692 Salem witch trials are brought vividly to life in this compelling adaptation of Arthur Miller's play. Directed by Nicholas Hytner and starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Winona Ryder and Paul Scofield.

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Lincoln Film Society presents - film to be confirmed

The film society will be screening a recent independent or world cinema release tonight. Free for members. £5 on the door for temporary membership.

Tickets. £5

Saturday 24 March 10.30am

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Relaxed: Early Man (PG)

Dug and his best friend Hognob unite their tribe to save their home against the mighty enemy Lord Nooth. Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and Children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children) Family £18 (1 adult and 3 children)

Saturday 24 March 2.30pm

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Coco (PG)

Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colourful Land of the Dead. Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and Children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children) Family £18 (1 adult, 3 children)

Saturday 24 March 7.30pm and Wednesday 28 March

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

2.30pm

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (Over 60s). £5.50, Student £5.

Tuesday 27 March

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

7.15pm

The Shape of Water (15)

Elisa’s life (Sally Hawkins) is changed forever when she and co-worker Zelda (Octavia Spencer) discover a secret classified experiment The latest nick Park film, Early Man at The Venue in Lincoln

Bernstein Centenary Concert (Royal Opera House - Live Screening)

Saturday 7 April

The Royal Ballet celebrates the centenary of Leonard Bernstein’s birth with an all-Bernstein programme featuring three ballets! Broadcast live from the Royal Opera House.

2.30pm

7.30pm

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Black Panther (12A)

Saturday 7 April 7.30pm and Wednesday 11 April

'Black Panther' follows T'Challa who, after the events of 'Captain America: Civil War,' returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to take his place as King. Tickets. Adult £6, Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and children £5 Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children) Family £18 (1 adult, 3 children).

Thursday 29 March 7.30pm and Wednesday 4 April 2.30pm

Friday 30 March 2.30pm

2.30pm

Monday 9 April

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

The Mercy (12A)

11am

Starring Oscar winner Colin Firth as amateur sailor Donald Crowhurst, the film revisits one of the most enduring mysteries of recent times: Crowhurst’s disappearance in the 1968 Sunday Times Golden Globe Race

7:15pm

Dug and his best friend Hognob unite their tribe to save their home against the mighty enemy Lord Nooth.

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Lady Bird (15)

Lady Bird follows the title character's senior year in high school, including her first romance, her participation in the school play, and most importantly, her applying for college. Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Student £5. nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

The Lion King (Film)

Tricked into thinking he killed his father, a guilt-ridden lion cub flees into exile and abandons his identity as the future King. Tickets. £5/£2 Children (includes a hot drink for the parent or guardian and a soft drink for the child).

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and Children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children) Family £18 (1 adult and 3 children).

Wednesday 11 April 7pm

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

ROH: Macbeth (12A)

Shakespeare's tragedy of greed, ambition and lust for power. Tickets. Standard £14. Concession £12. Live Bundle (6 Tickets) £60 (concession) £70 (adult).

Messiah: Live From the Old Vic (12A)

The story explores the drama and struggle of faith, showing a group of people whose grief at the loss of their leader is transformed into hope through a narrative of resurrection.

Friday 13 April 7.15pm

Tickets. Standard £14. Concession £12. Live Bundle (6 tickets) £60 (concession) £70 (adult)

Wednesday 4 April

Early Man (PG)

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children). Family £18 (1 adult, 3 children).

Tickets. £17.50 / £15.50 concessions

Wednesday 28 March

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Lincoln Film Society presents: Aquarius

The captivating actress Sonia Braga in a portrayal of Brazil's economic and ethical crises. Free for members. £5 on the door for temporary membership.

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Wednesday 18 April

ROH: Macbeth (12A)

When a coven of witches’ prophecy states he will become king, a ruthless ambition drives Macbeth and his wife to horrific acts.

2.30pm

Tickets. Standard £14. Concession £12. Live Bundle (6 tickets) £60 (concession) £70 (adult)

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

I, Tonya (15)

Based on the unbelievable but true events, I, Tonya is a darkly comedic tale of American figure skater, Tonya Harding, and one of the most sensational scandals in sports history. Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Student £5.

Lincoln Drill Hall - make The Arts part of your life

Lincoln Drill Hall

HERE at Lincoln Drill Hall we’re committed to bringing the arts and people together. The arts enrich and transform lives and should be accessible to all, regardless of age, background or circumstance - this is what drives us as a team and a charity. Our logo carries the words ‘changing lives, changing place, changing perceptions’. Since 2004 we’ve been committed to making a positive diﬀerence in those three areas. Each year we programme over 800 events and welcome 100,000 visitors. Through this activity we change lives, for example, 1100 people with disabilities attend our Butterfly Club events each year. We change place - of those surveyed, 90% say that the Drill Hall enhances the city’s sense of community. And we change perceptions: ‘This show opened my eyes and taught me so much.’ (pictured). All this plus Lincoln Beer Festival, Gin Festival, Blues Festival, Northern Soul All-Dayer and much more.

Our year-round programme of events includes everything from theatre to dance, live music to stand-up comedy, talks and films to a wide range of family events. We also oﬀer a wide range of participation opportunities, including our Fishtank Youth Theatre groups, Happy Mondays and Hartbeeps creative play sessions for toddlers, Dreamland Drama for adults with disabilities, Full Bloom dance classes and life-drawing workshops.

At the heart of all of the above are amazing stories, songs, people and experiences - so join us this year and make the arts a part of your life! As a charity, we also need your support. Every penny we receive goes towards making the Drill Hall the best it possibly can be and able to oﬀer more opportunities for people of all ages. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a big diﬀerence to us, so please visit www.lincolndrillhall.com/support-us to see how you can help.

This Spring and Summer is packed with the incredible range of events we’ve become known for, including great acts like Kevin Bridges, Barbara Dickson, Benjamin Zephaniah, Jess Robinson, Abba Mania and King Pleasure & the Biscuit Boys and top shows such as Crimes Under the Sun, Northern Ballet’s The Ugly Duckling, a stunning production of Les Misérables and the brand new outdoor show by circus theatre company Ockham’s Razor, Belly of the Whale.

Gavin Street, Communications Manager lincolndrillhall.com or call 01522 873894

Cinema Wednesday 18 April 7.30pm

Friday 27 April

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Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (15) After months have passed without a culprit in her daughter's murder case, Mildred Hayes paints three signs with bold messages, directed at the town’s chief of police.

2pm

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Student £5.

Entertainment LInCOLn DRILL HALL

The Brothers Karamazov (PG)

Drama based on Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel about the proud Karamazov family in 1870s Russia. Directed by Richard Brooks and starring Yul Brynner, Maria Schell and Claire Bloom. Tickets. £5 each.

Entertainment

Saturday 27 April 7.30pm

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Lincoln Film Society presents: The Unknown Girl

An exploration of the collective burden of guilt conducted by the Dardenne brothers. Free for members. £5 on the door for temporary membership.

Saturday 28 April 2.30pm

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Peter Rabbit (PG)

Peter Rabbit enjoys spending their days in Mr. McGregor's vegetable garden. When a new owner moves in, he's angry to discover a family of rabbits in his home. A plan is hatched to get rid of Peter. Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children). Family £18 (1 adult, 3 children).

Saturday 28 April 7.30pm

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

I, Tonya (15)

The multi award winning Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri being shown at The Venue, Lincoln in April.

Friday 20 April 7.30pm

Wednesday 2 May 2.30pm

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Lincoln Film Society presents: Film to be confirmed

2.30pm

Wednesday 2 May

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Ferdinand (U)

7.30pm

Ferdinand is a big bull with an even bigger heart Determined to return to his beloved family in rural Spain, Ferdinand rallies a team of misfits.

7.30pm

Thursday 3 May

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

The Shape of Water (15)

7.15pm

Elisa’s life (Sally Hawkins) is changed forever when she and co-worker Zelda (Octavia Spencer) discover a secret classified experiment.

2.30pm

Friday 6 May

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Sunday Classic: South Pacific (U)

7.30pm

It is 1943 and the United States Navy has established several bases in the Solomon Islands, in preparation for an invasion towards New Guinea and the Central Pacific.

2.30pm

7pm

THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Finding Your Feet (12A)

A woman discovers her husband has been having an affair with her best friend and is forced into exile with her bohemian sister who lives on an impoverished inner-city council estate.

7.30pm

A woman discovers her husband has been having an affair and is forced into exile with her Bohemian sister who lives on an impoverished inner-city council estate.

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Manon (ROH Live Screening)

Kenneth MacMillan’s powerful telling of Manon and Des Grieux’s tragic love is a masterpiece of modern ballet. Broadcast live from the Royal Opera House. THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Lincoln Film Society presents: Film to be confirmed

The film society will be screening a recent independent or world cinema release tonight. THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

NT Live: Macbeth (15)

The ruined aftermath of a bloody civil war. Ruthlessly fighting to survive, the Macbeths are propelled towards the crown by forces of elemental darkness. Tickets. Standard £14. Concession £12. Live Bundle (6 Tickets) £60 (concession). £70 (adult).

Fun and mischief with Peter Rabbit, at The Venue in April.

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and Children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children) Family £18 (1 adult and 3 children).

Wednesday 25 April

Finding Your Feet (12A)

Free for members. £5 on the door for temporary membership.

Thursday 10 May

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession £5.50. Adult with meal £12. Concession with meal £10.

Wednesday 25 April

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Tickets. £17.50. £15.50 Concession.

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Student £5.

Sunday 22 April

An authentic portrait of one of the most misunderstood figures in history. The biopic tells the story of Mary, a young woman who defies her family to join a new social movement led by the charismatic Jesus of Nazareth.

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children). Family £18 (1 adult, 3 children).

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and Children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children) Family £18 (1 adult and 3 children).

Saturday 21 April

Mary Magdalene (12A)

Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children). Family £18 (1 adult, 3 children).

The film society will be screening a recent independent or world cinema release tonight. Free for members. £5 on the door for temporary membership.

Saturday 21 April

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The Post (12A)

Katharine and Ben must overcome their differences as they risk their careers - and very freedom - to help bring long-buried truths about a government cover-up to light. Tickets. Adult £6. Concession (over 60s) £5.50. Students and Children £5. Family £18 (2 adults, 2 children) Family £18 (1 adult and 3 children).

Lincoln Performing Arts Centre

10 years young! Imagine what’s to come... LINCOLN Performing Arts Centre is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year! Our year-long celebration of creativity is in full swing, and there are plenty of ways for you to get involved. During 2018 we are: Giving Away £10,000 Worth Of Free Tickets We want to open our doors to as many people as possible, and we know that sometimes the price of a ticket can hold people back from trying something new. Some of these tickets are for specific community groups, some for people new to the venue and some are available for all to have a chance of winning in our weekly prize draw. Bringing 10 New Things to Lincoln Lincoln Performing Arts Centre has a reputation for exciting and bold programming and we want to use 2018 to raise the bar even further. We are

programming ten exciting events from regional, UK and internationally significant artists, new to the venue. We’ve already brought Architects of Air’s Luminarium to the city and look forward to all the exciting plans to be revealed over the summer and into the autumn. Inviting You To Pick 10 We’re inviting you, our audiences to help programme our tenth anniversary celebrations. Join our decision-making groups and choose 10 special events that you want to bring to Lincoln. Hold 10 Community Residencies Taking the Pop Out Festival mentality, we’re going to be taking our cultural activity out of the building and working with our diﬀerent communities in 10 unique spaces such as shops, community centres, libraries and parks. Celebrate Lincoln with an Open Stage Day A community event, showcasing local talent, creativity and the diverse range of venue users on our main stage. Appoint an Associate Artist Over the years we’ve supported the creation of lots of shows that have gone on to tour nationally and internationally but we’ve never had the opportunity to invite a company to work with us for a longer period and our new Associate Artist scheme is designed to do just that. you can get involved and be part of the celebration. Get in touch. www.lpac.co.uk, 01522 837600, enquiries@lpac.co.uk

Entertainment

Cinema/Comedy Friday 11 May 7.30pm

Friday 28 September

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Lincoln Film Society presents: Sweet Bean A beautiful Japanese meditation on solitary lives lived at the margins of society.

TBA

Free for members. £5 on the door for temporary membership.

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Harry Potter & The Philosopher's Stone

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A not so ordinary boy is swept up in the barely imaginable world of magic and mystery. This is the first outing of the young wizard. Details at www.lincolncastle.com

Saturday 29 September TBA

An American in Paris at The Venue in May

Wednesday 16 May 7pm

4pm

2pm

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An American in Paris: The Musical (12A)

TBA

Saturday 7 April 8pm

7pm

Join Scotland's biggest comedy export for this special warm-up gig ahead of his hotly anticipated Autumn 2018 tour, brand new. SOLD OUT. LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Red Herring Comedy Club

The Drill Hall’s monthly comedy extravaganza featuring headliner Jarred Christmas with Chris Washington, Tom Lucy, MC Pete Otway. Tickets from £12

Saturday 21 April

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Bolshoi Ballet Live: Coppelia (12A)

8pm

Swanhilda notices her fiance Franz is infatuated with the beautiful Coppélia who sits reading on her balcony each day. Alas, all is not what it seems with this beauty.

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Angus Deayton: Radio Active

Angus Deayton’s classic radio comedy returns to its live stage roots as he reunites with original cast members Helen Atkinson Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens and Philip Pope. Tickets from £12

Thursday 26 April

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8pm

The Royal Ballet Encore: Swan Lake (12A) Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans while out hunting. When one of the swans turns into a beautiful woman, Odette, he is enraptured.

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Comedy Night at the Royal

Book now for a right royal knees-up at Lincoln’s beautiful, intimate theatre! Line up coming soon… visit our website to stay updated. Tickets. £15.

Friday 27 April 7.30pm

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Swan Lake (ROH Live Screening) (Encore)

The Royal Ballet presents a new production of Tchaikovsky’s magnificent classical ballet, Swan Lake. (Encore showing)

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James Phelan

Join one of the best young magicians in the country for a magical prank show that’s both jaw-dropping and laugh out loud funny People are tricked, phones are destroyed, needles are swallowed - no one is safe! Tickets from £12

Saturday 28 April 7.30pm

DAISy MADE FARM

Barnabas Big Screen

St Barnabas Hospice invites movie lovers to its new film festival, when you are invited to dig out your camping chairs and blankets to watch a classic. Daisy Made Farm, Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe LN6 5SA laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk or 01522 544516

Wednesday 18 July

Kevin Bridges

Tickets. £17.50

Following a chance encounter with a beautiful dancer named Lise, the streets of Paris become the backdrop to a sensuous romance of art, friendship and love in the aftermath of war.

Tickets. Standard £17.50. Concessions £15.50.

Friday 22 Saturday 23 June

Baby is spending her summer in a sleepy resort in the Catskills with her parents. When she meets the resort's dance instructor, Johnny, her summer begins to look up. Baby’s forbidden from seeing Johnny, but she’s determined to help him perform the last big dance of the summer.

Wednesday 4 and Thursday 5 April THE VEnuE, LInCOLn

Tickets. Standard £14. Concession £12. Live Bundle (6 Tickets) £60 (concession) £70 (adult).

Sunday 17 June

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Comedy 8pm

Tickets. Standard £14. Concession £12. Live Bundle (6 Tickets) £60 (concession) £70 (adult).

Sunday 17 June

Dirty Dancing

Details at www.lincolncastle.com

Tickets. Standard £14. Concession £12. Live Bundle (6 Tickets) £60 (concession) £70 (adult).

Sunday 10 June

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Jess Robinson: Here Come the Girls!

An evening of spot-on celebrity impressions, musical comedy and stunning vocal gymnastics from the Britain’s Got Talent hit! Like a wonderfully malfunctioning jukebox, Jess and her incredible band take you on a dizzying journey through hilarious improvised musical mash-ups, serving a feast of artists, styles and genres. Tickets from £12.

Here come the girls! Comedy from Jess Robinson at Lincoln Drill Hall.

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Royal Shakespeare Company Live: Romeo and Juliet (12A)

Set in a world very like our own, this Romeo and Juliet is about a generation of young people born into violence and ripped apart by the bitter divisions of their parents. Tickets. Standard £14. Concession £12. Live Bundle (6 Tickets) £60 (concession) £70 (adult).

Wednesday 12 September 7pm

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Royal Shakespeare Company Live: The Merry Wives of Windsor (12A)

Down on his luck in the suburbs, Falstaff plans to hustle his way to a comfortable retirement by seducing the wives of two wealthy men. The wives have a different idea.

Saturday 5 May 8pm

Tickets. Standard £14. Concession £12. Live Bundle (6 Tickets) £60 (concession) £70 (adult).

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Red Herring Comedy Club

Guz Khan (BBCs 'Man Like Mobeen') headlines with support from Nigel Ng, Mike Newall and MC Tom Wrigglesworth! Tickets from £12.

New Theatre Royal Lincoln

New Theatre Royal celebrates 125 years

Another highlight will be 20th Century Boy (above) featuring some of the greatest rock songs ever written. This musical tells the life story of the legendary Marc Bolan and his band T. Rex.

AFTER a whirlwind first year the New Theatre Royal Lincoln proudly presents another jam packed, exciting season of live entertainment. The beautiful Victorian auditorium, which celebrates its 125th birthday this year, will transport you to the ‘West End’ for the best theatre, comedy, talks, musicals, ballet and opera. What’s more a programme of new releases and classic films are now being shown throughout the week at an aﬀordable price. Kicking oﬀ the season is a classic adaptation of Alice in Wonderland in which CBBC favourite Christopher Johnson hops down the rabbit hole with Alice for a whimsical, enchanting tale. This heart-warming and uplifting classic makes the perfect family treat over the Easter break. If musicals are your thing then try A Spoonful of Sherman. A celebration of three generations of Sherman songwriting is brought to life in this delightful show. From Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald, to the Oscar and Grammy Award winning Sherman Brothers with songs from Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Jungle Book and Winnie the Pooh.

Families will be spoilt for choice with Teletubbies Live, Peppa Pig’s Adventure and an adaptation of children’s author Julia Donaldson’s work Tiddler, and other terrific tales this summertime. Building pace is the venue’s own bi-monthly Comedy Night at the Royal, when comedians take to the stage for a night of light-hearted, rib-tickling humour for just £15. To find out more about the Theatre and what’s coming up visit www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk or call the Box Office on 01522 519 999. Preferential rates are available for groups, loyalty cardholders and visitors to the city. Ask at the Box Office for more details.

Entertainment

Comedy/Theatre Friday 30 March - Sunday 7 April

Every little thing’s gonna be alright with Mark Steel at Lincoln Drill Hall.

2pm and 7pm

Sunday 1 April

11.30am & 2pm

Thursday 10 May 8pm

7.30pm

Mark Steel: Every Little Thing’s Gonna Be Alright

Thursday 5 April

The star of Radio 4's Mark Steel's in town and newspaper columnist of the year is back with a new show guaranteed to make the world seem even more wild than it is.

11am

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Lee Lard as Peter Kay

Come along for a fantastic night to see Lee Lard perform his outstanding tribute to Bolton’s funny man, Peter Kay!

8pm

Thursday 5 April 2.30pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Red Herring Comedy Club

Headliner David Trent is joined by Tez Ilyas (BBC's 'Man Like Mobeen'), MC Rich Wilson and one act tbc. Tickets from £12.

Friday 8 Sunday 10 June TBA

LInCOLn CASTLE

Thursday 5 Sunday 8 April

This is a truly unique festival that combines three of life’s greatest pleasure; laughing, drinking and amazing food.

1pm - 7pm (last admissions)

EnGInE SHED

Chris Ramsey

7.30pm

Critically acclaimed and award winning Stand Up comedian, Chris Ramsey, brings his brand new 2018 live tour to Lincoln. Tickets from £20.

Saturday 7 July

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8pm

Thursday 12 April

Red Herring Comedy Club

2pm

Matt Richardson headlines with support from Stephen Bailey, MC Scott Bennett and one act to be confirmed.

7pm

Theatre Saturday 24 March 7.30pm

Ross Noble

Ross Noble returns to dance around the stage spinning out all the nonsense in his head into a hilarious stand up show.

Thursday 12 April 7.30pm

THE EnGInE SHED

Henning When

1pm and 4pm

Tickets from £19.50.

Friday 13 April

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10am

Money For Nothing - Dire Straits

The abundant energy and excellent musicality of their performance makes Money For Nothing a ‘must see’ for any rock enthusiast or Dire Straits fan.

8pm

The Amazing Bubble Man explores the breathtaking dynamics of bubbles - from square bubbles, fog and helium bubbles, giant bubbles, volcanoes, tornadoes and trampolines to people inside bubbles - combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep all ages mesmerised. ST MARkS SQuARE

LINCOLN DRILL HALL ON TOUR! The Flying Bazazi Brothers

Internationally renowned superstars Edward and Kaveh Bazazi are part Cirque de Soliel, part Tom Jones, part Patrick Swayze so prepare to be dazzled by their riotous double act! This free performance is followed by a free street circus workshop at 11.45am. This event is part of a UK-wide celebration of 250 years of circus in 2018. LInCOLn DRILL HALL

The Party

Nearly There Yet Theatre present this totally madcap, endlessly entertaining show that humorously explores difficult topics such as sharing, social exclusion, and not always getting what you want. A brilliant introduction to circus, acrobatics and physical theatre, suitable for the whole family! THE ROTunDA, BRAyFORD POOL HARBOuR

Pentalum Luminarium - by Architects of Air (UK)

A feast for the senses, likened to walking through a stained glass window or being in a live painting or even like being inside a spaceship.

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Nick Sharratt’s Big Draw-Along

Join this much-loved children’s writer and illustrator in a family-friendly, fun filled draw-along for all ages. Followed by a book signing. Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on!

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An Evening with Mistress Nell Gwynne

Following the sell-out event of ‘Sex and the Tudors’, don’t miss your chance to see Lesley Smith return for an evening with Nell Gwynne!

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Lil’pacs: Eggcite

Oh Help! Oh no! It’s a Gruffalo! Join us for a creative storytelling session based on The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheiffer. Tickets Free (Due to limited capacity a £5 refundable deposit is required for advanced booking)

Saturday 14 April

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NTR Stage School Variety Show

2pm

NTR Stage School proudly present their first annual variety show of dance, drama and music, celebrating the hard work and dedication of their students.

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Monstersaurus

One day Monty found a book, ‘Inventions Very Rare’. Create yourself a monster friend BUT ONLY IF YOU DARE! An energetic show for the whole family. Age 3+ Tickets Adult £10. Child £8. Family Ticket Offer £30. Family (4 people, max 2 adults)

Tickets. Standard £10. Concessions £8.

Thursday 29 March

The Amazing Bubble Man

Tickets - £7.50 and can be ordered online at www.bishopg.ac.uk/events. Contact - Daisy Wedge on 01522 585635 or events@bishopg.ac.uk

Surely the German Comedy Ambassador hasn’t bosched out yet another new show?

Tickets. £23.50.

Sunday 25 March

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Age 6+. Running Time: 1 hour (no interval) Tickets: £8 Adult, £5 Child

THE EnGInE SHED

Tickets from £25.

Saturday 27 October

Tickets from £8.

Tickets: £4 Entry (Babes-in-arms to 18 months are free and do not require a ticket to enter the Luminarium). Group Ticket Offer £12 (4 people) and £10 (3 people).

Tickets from £12.

Friday 12 October

Hop down the rabbit hole with Alice for a whimsical, enchanting tale perfect for the whole family.

Tickets from £8

Comedy Feast

For more details and tickets, contact hello@comedy feast.com

Friday 6 July

Alice in Wonderland - Easter Pantomime

Tickets free.

Tickets. £14 or £10 for BGU students and can be ordered online at www.bishopg.ac.uk/events Contact: Daisy Wedge on 01522 585635 or events@bishopg.ac.uk

Saturday 2 June

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Tickets from £12.

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Tickets from £12.

Thursday 17 May

Entertainment

Saturday 14 April

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The WORD Theatre

The WORD theatre brings the biggest, most exciting, and relevant spoken word artists to our stunning stage. Headliner, Jay Hulme with support from Cullen Marshall.

7.30pm

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7 Drunken Nights - The Dubliners Story

This celebration of the music of The Dubliners is a celebration of Irish music itself and a guaranteed evening of music, humour and ‘craic’ Tickets £22. Concessions £20.

Tickets. Standard £10. Students £7.

Lincolnshire Show

Aviation theme for this year’s Lincolnshire Show

THE Lincolnshire Show is one of the most popular UK county shows, oﬀering a huge variety of spectacular entertainment, food, shopping, livestock and equine classes, and a whole host of other things to see and do. Now in its 134th year and organised by the Lincolnshire Agricultural Society, the show has grown to become one of the county’s flagship annual events. Regularly attracting over 60,000 visitors across two days, this year’s event held on June 20-21 promises another action packed line-up with something for everyone to enjoy. This year is an especially important year for the Show, as it celebrates and commemorates the 100 year anniversary of the RAF and the end of World War 1. The theme is being represented throughout the Show, with performances, displays and activities to get involved in, no more so than in the Aviation Zone. The Show is often lucky enough to enjoy a flypast or two, so make sure to keep your eyes to the skies!

performances in the Main Ring & Countryside Ring, and over in the Show Gardens & Floral Art section you can browse and admire the beautiful blooms on display. Visitors can even jump aboard the land train to visit the cows, sheep, pigs and an array of new and traditional farm machinery.

You’ll also be spoilt for choice with a variety of exciting acts, classes and

The Food Court will be brimming with Lincolnshire produce from hog roasts and sausages to jams, pickles and cakes, and the Lincolnshire Kitchen plays host to some of the finest food producers and chefs from across the county who will demonstrate live their delicious recipes using local produce. And for our younger audience, the Show is packed full of educational stands on food, farming and animals, not least in the Schools Challenge Area. Whatever you plan to see or do, you’re guaranteed a fun and action packed day at the Lincolnshire Show 2018. For more information please visit lincolnshireshow.co.uk

Theatre Thursday 26 April

Entertainment

Henry Blofeld is 78 and retiring after his last ever theatre show tour - catch him at Lincoln Performing Arts Centre.

Entertainment LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Highly Sprung: Fall Out

7.30pm

Get ready to go clubbing! You’re in for the night of your life. This high-energy physical theatre performance takes you inside a nightclub where three teenage friends embark on a journey of love, loss and self-discovery. Tickets from £8

Friday 27 April

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Cuffe & Taylor presents La Voix

7.30pm

Join, Absolutely Fabulous The Movie, star La Voix for the best night out featuring live musicians, hilarious comedy and incredible song and vocal impersonations. Tickets £19.50

Saturday 28 April

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11am

Behind the Scenes Tour at NTR

Always wanted to see Back Stage at the New Theatre Royal? Why not join us for a tour and see the intricacies of the theatre. Tickets. £12 (Includes refreshments)

Sunday 29 April 7.30pm

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English Symphony Orchestra

The renowned musicians of the English Symphony Orchestra return to Lincoln with a programme celebrating the riches of the Romantic string repertoire. Tickets. £22.50 / £20.50 Concessions

Wednesday 2 May 7.30pm

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Crimes Under the Sun

Inspired by Agatha Christie, 39 Steps and film noir, welcome to an hilarious yet murderous trip to a classic English Riviera retreat. The show features four actors playing multiple outrageous characters. Tickets from £12

Tuesday 17 April 7pm

Saturday 5 May

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7.30pm

Wizards in the Wood

Following on from their successful debut performance ‘Family Fallout’, our company of performers with disabilities will once again wow you with another original piece of theatre. Please come along and support this fantastic group!

8pm

Monday 7 Wednesday 9 May

7.30pm and 2pm on Wednesday

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The WORD Theatre

The WORD theatre brings the biggest, most exciting, and relevant spoken word artists to our stunning stage. Headliner to be announced soon…

Thursday 10 May

£10 / £7 Student

Friday 20 Saturday 21 April 7pm

7.30pm

THE BLuE ROOM LInCOLn

Cakes And Ale Presents ‘2 Acts, 2 Courses’ This dinner and theatre combination provides a delicious dining experience provided by Stokes Lawn Café with gentle comedy performance from this exciting new Theatre Company.

7.30pm

Saturday 12 May 7.30pm

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The Rolling Stones Story

7.30pm

Thursday 17 Saturday 19 May

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7.30pm & 2.30pm Saturday matinee

Someone Like You - The Adele Songbook

Katie Markham has the show-stopping voice and captivating charisma to deliver all your favourite Adele hits in an enthralling concert performance.

Saturday 19 May 7.30pm

Tickets. £20.50 / £18.50 Concessions

Monday 23 April 7.30pm

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A Spoonful of Sherman

The compelling story of one family’s century-long, award-winning musical journey; and you already know the songs, featuring three generations of Sherman song writing. Tickets. £22.50. £20.50 Concessions. £10 Early Bird Matinee offer (only available until 31 March) nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Rock Icons

This energetic rockin’ live music show takes you on a journey through the eras of some of the world’s greatest Classic Rock bands and albums. nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Legend - The Music of Bob Marley

This rasta spectacular is an unforgettable evening celebrating the magic of Bob Marley, combining superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship. Tickets. £23.50.

Relive all the classic hits with The Rolling Stones Story, a high energy concert celebrating the music of the World’s Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Band. Tickets. £25.

Saturday 21 April

The Drifters are back on the road performing their classic hits from the last six decades.

Tickets. £21. Concessions £19. Children £11.

£25pp including 2 course meal. Contact 01522 523548

Friday 20 April

The Drifters

Tickets. £24 / £22 Concessions

Tickets £3

Thursday 19 April

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Henry Blofeld: 78 Retired

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Sense & Sensibility

Lincoln’s own Common Ground Theatre Company bring Jane Austen’s novel to the stage. Tickets. £10. nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Whitney - Queen of the Night

A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This breath-taking performance includes all the classic hits. Tickets. £25.

Henry ‘My Dear Old Thing’ Blofeld is one of Britain’s most loved and recognisable broadcasters. Don’t miss the chance to wave a bat in honour to the cherished golden voice of cricket, on this, his last ever theatre show tour!

Sunday 20 May 7.30pm

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Peter Andre

Enjoy an Evening With Peter Andre an accomplished global media star. Tickets from £30.

Tickets. £20 All Seats.

St Marks Shopping Centre

So much in store at St Marks Shopping Centre

BASED in the heart of Lincoln, St Marks Shopping Centre features top name high street stores including Boots, The Entertainer, Debenhams and Mamas & Papas, to name just a few. With its close proximity to Lincoln City Centre, St Marks Shopping Centre is a great place to shop, meet friends and relax. Enjoy a coffee in Costa or a spot of lunch in Pizza Hut, or even take time out of your busy day to enjoy the brilliant green space in the open garden - perfect for a picnic lunch during the summer months. With an exciting programme of events and charity campaigns, St Marks Shopping Centre prides itself on offering free family fun all year round. This year the centre will be hosting exhibitions to mark the RAF100 (see under the RAF listings). Plus, with 890 safe and secure parking spaces - 30 disabled and six parent and child, you can be sure to enjoy our events without worrying about watching the clock - as parking costs as little as £1.50 an hour. We also offer free, safe and secure cycle storage located on the ground floor of the car park. There is also a bike station at St Marks near Toys R Us The shopping centre is generally open from Monday - Saturday 9am - 5.30pm and Sunday 10.30am - 4.30pm. Being an outdoor centre, please check for individual opening times before you visit. For more information on events, news and offers at St Marks stay tuned to the centre’s website www.stmarks-lincoln.co.uk and social media pages www.facebook.com/StMarksLincoln and www.twitter.com/stmarksshopping.

Entertainment

Theatre Monday 21 May 7.30pm

Friday 8 June

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Kerry Ellis 20th Anniversary Tour

West End’s favourite leading lady, Kerry Ellis, will sing songs from Bond, to Bareilles to Bacharach and more, telling stories from her career to date.

7.30pm

Tickets. £27.50 Row A-C. £23.50.

Wednesday 23 May 7.30pm

7.30pm

Saturday 9 June

Menopause the Musical

Featuring an all-star cast, this hysterical all-singing, all-dancing comedy is packed full of one-liners about night sweats, hot flushes and memory loss. Limited availability.

12pm & 3.30pm

2pm Saturday 11am and 2pm Sunday

Thursday 31 May Saturday 2nd June

The Meat Loaf Story

With incredible stage set and superb band, this epic musical concert will have you dancing in the aisles to the best of Meat Loaf.

Sunday 10 June 5pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL: On TOuR

Ockham’s Razor: The Belly of the Whale

Circus meets sculpture in this exciting new outdoor show from Ockham’s Razor. The performers, like surfers on a wild sea, ride a giant semi-circular see-saw that creaks and groans as it transforms from a catapult into a cradle, a tunnel and a slide - creating an ever-changing land and soundscape. Tickets free.

This hit musical is inspired by the life of rock legend Marc Bolan, and tells the life story of Bolan and his band T. Rex.

Sunday 3 June

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3pm - 7pm

Tuesday 19 Saturday 23 June

20th Century Boy

Tickets. £36 Premium. £31 Royal Stalls and Circle. £26 Royal Stalls and Circle Concessions. £26 Royal Balcony. £21 Royal Balcony Concession.

7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2pm

Thursday 21 June

Black Magic - Little Mix Show

7.30pm

Featuring all of Little Mix’ chart topping hits. Highly energetic tribute show featuring live vocals.

7.30pm

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Sunday 24 June

Giovanni Pernice - Born to Win

Get ready for glitzy costumes and spectacular dance routines with Strictly Come Dancing finalist Giovanni Pernice, Luba Mushtuk and Dancing with the Stars Ireland professionals.

6pm

7.30pm

Milkshake Live! The Magic Story Book

Starring Milkshake! Favourites; including Bob the Builder, Little Princess, Noddy, Fireman Sam, Shimmer & Shine and two Milkshake! Presenters. This all singing, all dancing, musical masterpiece will take audiences on a journey through the world’s favourite fairy tales.

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Cinderella

Ballet Cymru, nominated by the Critics Circle UK National Dance Awards in 2013 as Best Independent Company, and winners of the Best Large Scale Dance Production at the Theatre Critics of Wales Awards, presents a sparkling and refreshing ballet based on the eternal fairy tale.

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Into The Woods by LAODS

Following the success of their 2017 production The Wizard of Oz, Lincoln Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society invites you to join them again this summer for a show which promises to be a fantastical comedy treat. Tickets from £15. nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

The Dreamboys

The Dreamboys are without a shadow of a doubt the UK's top male strip show, perfect for a girls’ night out with all your friends. CLAyTHORPE WATERMILL AnD WILDFOWL GARDEn

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for an evening of open-air theatre. Call 01522 569222 for more information.

Sunday 24 June

Tickets. £50 VIP. £32 Royal Circle. £30 Royal Circle Concessions. £28 Royal Stalls. £26 Royal Stalls Concessions. 25 Royal Balcony. £23 Royal Balcony Concessions.

Thursday 7 June

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Tickets £28.50 Row A-D / £25.50.

Tickets £15. Concessions £13. Family of 4 £52.

Monday 4 June

This musical follows three crooners, as they defend their role in the modern world. Featuring hilarious one liners, satirical humour and superb musical numbers.

Tickets: £18 Full. Concessions £16. Family Ticket Offer. £50 Family (4 people, max 2 adults). Live pass offer. £12.50 Students & under 26s (limited availability)

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7.30pm and 2.30pm on Saturday

Crooners

Tickets £15 Adult. £13.50 Child (under 16s). £53 Family Ticket Offer (4 people, max 2 adults).

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Tickets. £27.

Saturday 26 - Sunday 27 May

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Tickets £22. Concessions £20.

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Tickets. £28.50.

Saturday 26 May

Entertainment

7.30pm

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Through the Years - Simon & Garfunkel

Bookends present the most authentic sounding concert, performing the songs in a truly captivating way, which celebrates the unforgettable music of Simon and Garfunkel.

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Morning Has Broken

A talented singer, songwriter and musician, Ron Vincent commands the stage and draws you into a wonderful journey through Cat Stevens' repertoire of beautiful songs. Tickets. £19.50. Concessions £17.50.

Tuesday 26 June

Tickets. £19.

7.30pm

The Lincoln Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society invites you ‘Into The Woods’ for a fantastical comedy treat

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Les Musicals

Les Musicals presents the biggest hit songs from the West End & Broadway in this exhilarating live concert tour. Starring Jonathan Ansell and Rhydian Roberts. Tickets. £23.50. VIP £56.

Wednesday 27 June 7.30pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Coconut

Rumi, a British Pakistani woman, is referred to as a ‘Coconut’ (brown on the outside, white on the inside). She spends more time enjoying fine wine and bacon than being at the mosque. So when she meets Simon, she hopes that his decision to convert to Islam will be enough to keep everyone happy. Tickets from £8.

Thursday 28 June 7pm

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

SlamJam Final

SlamJam is a spoken word competition for young people across the East Midlands. Now in its 10th year, the Final is an annual celebration of the hard work and creativity of these 12-18 year olds, as they take the stage to entertain, motivate, influence or transport their audience. Tickets: £5 Full.

Entertainment Monday 2 July 7.30pm

Theatre Friday 27 and Saturday 28 July

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Elio Pace presents Elvis Presley

Elio Pace’s sensational singing and piano-playing, pays tribute to his childhood idol Elvis Presley. Never before will you have heard Elvis’ catalogue like this.

7.30pm, Saturday Matinee 2.30pm

Tickets £25.50. Concessions £23.50.

Saturday 7 July

The Adventures of Captain Birdseye presented by Egg Box Youth Theatre

Join Loudmouth Youth Theatre for their swashbuckling adventure with original music, daring sword fights, mayhem and mutineering! Tickets £5. Concessions £3.

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Twist and Shout

The greatest musical era of the 20th century comes alive with a nostalgic and fun packed musical journey through the swinging 60s. Tickets £23. Concessions £21.

Sunday 8 July 7.30pm

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Rhythm of the Dance

Celebrate Irish culture through music and dancing with Rhythm of the Dance, featuring world champion dancers and a traditional band.

This new Theatre Royal musical follows three crooners as they defend their role in the modern world

Tickets £25.50. Concessions £24.

Thursday 12 July 7.30pm

MEDIEVAL BISHOP’S PALACE, LInCOLn

Robin Hood and his Merry Men

Saturday 28 July

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for a production of Robin Hood and His Merry Men.

7.30pm

Call 01522 569222 for more information.

Tuesday 17 Sunday 22 July

7.30pm & 2.30pm Sunday matinee

MEDIEVAL BISHOP’S PALACE, LInCOLn

7pm

Navi - The King of Pop

This incredible production stars the world’s leading MJ tribute artist Navi who is joined on stage by Michael Jackson’s iconic female guitarist - Jennifer Batten. Tickets £22.50. Concessions £20.50.

Les Misérables

From Lincoln Academy of Performing Arts, the company that brought smash-hit productions of Phantom of The Opera (2016) and Legally Blonde (2017) to the city, comes Les Misérables, the most successful musical of all time.

Thursday 2 Aug 7.30pm

MEDIEVAL BISHOP’S PALACE, LInCOLn

Sense and Sensibility

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company to enjoy an evening of theatre beneath the stars. Call 01522 569222 for more information.

Tickets from £12.

Saturday 21 July

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Entertainment

7.30pm

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Tuesday 7 August

GunBy HALL

Little Women

6pm (Gates open 5pm)

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company to enjoy an evening of theatre beneath the stars. Call 01522 569222 for more information.

DODDInGTOn HALL

The Merchant of Venice

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre perform on the croquet lawn. See website for full details. Tickets. Adult £20. Child £16. Booking essential. 01522 694308 www.doddingtonhall.com

Just off Castle Square on Drury Lane. New shows every two weeks; always free. Search Sam Scorer for details.

Open Daily: 10am - 4pm

This is us ...

sam scorer gallery, 5 drury lane, lincoln LN1 3BN

www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Entertainment

Theatre/Children’s Theatre Wednesday 8 August

1pm (Gates open noon)

Wednesday 8 August

6pm (Gates open 5pm)

Sunday 19 August 6.30pm

Sunday 7 October

DODDInGTOn HALL

Twelfth Night

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre perform on the croquet lawn.

7.30pm

See website for full details. Tickets Adult £20. Child £16. Booking essential. 01522 694308 www.doddingtonhall.com

6pm

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

The Cavern Beatles

This show is a Magical History Tour through the works of the greatest pop music phenomenon, replicating the excitement and energy of Beatlemania. Tickets. £23. Concessions £21.

Tuesday 9 October

DODDInGTOn HALL

The Taming of the Shrew

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre perform on the croquet lawn.

7.30pm

See website for full details. Tickets Adult £20. Child £16. Booking essential. 01522 694308 www.doddingtonhall.com

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The Lady Boys of Bangkok

Uncork the champagne and dress to kill! The Lady Boys of Bangkok are back with a new cabaret show featuring spectacular costumes, choreography and comedy! Tickets. £25. Concessions £23.

Wednesday 10 October

ELSHAM HALL GARDEnS AnD COunTRy PARk

Robin Hood and his Merry Men

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for their production of Robin Hood and His Merry Men.

7.30pm

Call 01522 569222 for more information.

Saturday 25 August

Entertainment

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Rule The World

This show has been recognised as the number one Take That Tribute and will take you through the musical highlights of their career. Tickets. £21.50. Limited availability.

GunBy HALL AnD GARDEnS

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

Thursday 18 October

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for an evening of theatre beneath the stars.

7.30pm

Call 01522 569222 for more information.

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An Evening with Sir Michael Parkinson

This show celebrates the life and career of a man who has interviewed over 2000 of the most important cultural figures. Tickets. £28.50

Wednesday 2 November 7.30pm

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Forgotten Melodies

Based on real events. Join our young heroes through the trenches and battlefields of France in this new musical featuring the songs of WW1.

Children’s Theatre

Tickets. £19.50. Concessions £17.50.

A Midsummer’s night’s Dream comes to Woodhall Spa

Sunday 26 August 5.30pm

Every Monday

10.30am - 11.30am

PETWOOD HOTEL, WOODHALL SPA

A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Chapterhouse Theatre Company

7.30pm

Every Saturday

Bring a picnic and join us for a lovely open air show in Petwood’s lovely grounds.

9.45am -11.15am Juniors 11.30am - 1pm Intermediates

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Guitar Heroes

Wednesday 28 March

Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Hank Marvin, Brian May and Slash are just some of the outstanding guitar heroes you will have the chance to experience in one amazing show!

10.30am - 12noon

Tickets. £23. Concessions £22.

Friday 7 September

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7.30pm

Sunday 9 September

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

7.30pm

Friday 30 March Sunday 7 April

Tickets. £21.

2pm and 7pm

The Billy Joel Songbook

Elio Pace, and his magnificent 6-piece band, delivers this sensational and critically-acclaimed tour celebrating the phenomenal music of Billy Joel.

Thursday 5 Sunday 8 April

Tickets. £25.50. Concessions £23.50.

Thursday 20 September 7.30pm

Monday 1 October 7.30pm

1pm - 7pm (last admissions)

7.30pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Fishtank Youth Theatre

Lincoln’s alternative youth theatre! Drama skills, self-confidence, team building and fun guaranteed! Fishtank Juniors (age 7-11) Intermediates (ages 11-16) Tickets. £72 season ticket or £7 per week. LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Diddy Disco

Join us for our hip club for under 7s and their happening parents! We play everything from current tunes, to rock and roll to disco, mixing it up to make it fun for all! Children must be accompanied, face-painting available. nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Alice in Wonderland

Hop down the rabbit hole with Alice for a whimsical, enchanting tale perfect for the whole family. Tickets from £8. THE ROTunDA, BRAyFORD POOL HARBOuR

Pentalum Luminarium by Architects of Air (UK)

Kast Off Kinks

A feast for the senses, likened to walking through a stained glass window or being in a live painting or even like being inside a spaceship.

Tickets. £21. Concessions £19.

Tickets: £4 Entry (Babes-in-arms to 18 months are free and do not require a ticket to enter the Luminarium). Group Tickets Offer £12 (4 people) and £10 (3 people). Tickets available from LPAC.

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Former members of the band ‘The Kinks’ are back together to re-live the good times and keep the classic Kinks songs alive.

Saturday 7 April

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That'll Be The Day

This show is an outstanding celebration for all fans of the golden era. Prepare for an unforgettable night of nostalgia, laughs and rock ‘n’ roll!

3pm

TERRy O'TOOLE THEATRE, nORTH HykEHAM

Reynard the Fox

Colourful comedy and furr-tastic family theatre as The Fabularium re-tell the tale of Reynard the Fox, the trickster of the forest. Tickets £8. Family (4 people) £28 Contact: 01522 883311 or www.terryotooletheatre.org.uk

Tickets. £25.

Tuesday 2 October

The Drill Hall’s creative play sessions for under 5s, led each week by a different local artist (music, dance, storytelling and making).

Tickets. £3 (accompanying adults free!)

Supersonic 70s Show

An incredible live show jam packed with classic 70s hits.

The Happy Monday Club

Tickets. £3.

Tickets. Adult £16. Child £10. Family ticket available. Call the reservation team on 01526 352411 to book.

Saturday 1 September

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

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The Nutcracker

Wednesday 11 April

Snow flurries, sweets, princes and magic, The Nutcracker is a seasonal favourite that continues to capture the hearts and imagination of all generations.

10.30am - 12noon

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Diddy Disco

The hip club for under 7s and their happening parents. Children must be accompanied, face-painting available. Tickets: £3 (accompanying adults free!)

Tickets. £28. Concessions £26. Children £20.

Entertainment Thursday 12 April 2pm

Children’s Theatre

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Nick Sharratt’s Big Draw-Along

Join this much-loved children’s writer and illustrator in a family-friendly, fun filled draw-along for all ages. Followed by a book signing. Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on! Age 6+. Running Time: 1 hour (no interval). Tickets. £8 Adult, £5 Child

10am

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Entertainment

Friday 13 April

Lil’pacs: Eggcite

Oh Help! Oh no! It’s a Gruffalo! Join us for a creative storytelling session based on The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheiffer. Tickets. Free (Due to limited capacity a £5 refundable deposit is required for advanced booking)

The Monstersaurus comes to LPAC ... if you dare!

Saturday 14 April 2pm

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Monstersaurus

One day Monty found a book, ‘Inventions Very Rare’. Create yourself a monster friend BUT ONLY IF YOU DARE! An energetic show for the whole family. Age 3+ Tickets. Adult £10. Child £8. Family Ticket Offer £30 (Family - 4 people, max 2 adults)

Sunday 22 - Monday 23 April

1.30pm and 4pm on Sunday, 10.30am on Monday

Wednesday 30 May

10.30am - 12noon

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Tiddler and other Terrific Tales

Featuring live music, puppetry and more, this production brings four tales from the books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler to life, live on stage! Tickets. £12. Children £10. LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Diddy Disco

The hip club for under 7s and their happening parents. Children must be accompanied, face-painting available. Tickets. £3 (accompanying adults free!)

Friday 1 June

TERRy O'TOOLE THEATRE, nORTH HykEHAM

James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl

7pm

Action Community Theatre perform Roald Dahl’s story of a boy who finds a magical giant peach in his garden! Adapted for stage by David Wood.

2.30pm and 7pm

Tickets. £8.50. Concessions £7. Family tickets (4 people) £26 Contact 01522 883311 or www.terryotooletheatre.org.uk

Saturday 9 June

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Saturday 2 June

12pm & 3.30pm

Print that is tangible, trusted & effective.

Milkshake Live! The Magic Story Book

Entertainment

Children’s Theatre/Dance Friday 22 June

12noon, 2pm & 4pm

Wednesday 11 April

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Northern Ballet: The Ugly Duckling

A retelling the famous Hans Christian Andersen fairytale, Ugly Duckling is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre for the first time.

7pm - 9.30pm

Tickets from £8.

Sunday 1 July 2.30pm

10.30am - 12noon

Saturday 14 April

Doctor Dolittle

Join Doctor Dolittle, who can talk to animals, in this magical musical adventure, featuring original music, audience participation and amazing puppets.

7.30pm

10.30am - 12noon

Thursday 26 April

Legally Blonde JR

Based on the award-winning musical and the movie, New Youth Theatre present this fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment. The show's instantly recognisable songs are filled with humour, wit and sass - leaving cast members and audiences alike seeing pink!

7.30pm

Saturday 19 May

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

7.30pm

Diddy Disco

The hip club for under 7s and their happening parents. Children must be accompanied, face-painting available.

Thursday 2 August

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

7pm - 9.30pm

Monday 4 June

Victorian Punch and Judy Show

Shows throughout the day

Wednesday 29 August

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

7.30pm

Admission charge applies.

If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music ever, then this is the night for you! LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Highly Sprung: Fall Out

This high-energy physical theatre performance takes you inside a nightclub where three teenage friends embark on a journey of love, loss and self-discovery. ASHBy DE LA LAunDE VILLAGE HALL

The Little Love Cabaret by Spiltmilk Dance

Enjoy a collection of stories about love. Stories about your favourite toy, heart-throb pop stars, love at first sight, awkward crushes and full on chocolate addiction.

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Big Butterfly Club Night

Party night for adults (aged 16+) with disabilities, their families and support workers. Friendly and relaxed, great music, but to socialise and meet new friends. nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Giovanni Pernice - Born to Win

Get ready for glitzy costumes and spectacular dance routines with Strictly Come Dancing finalist Giovanni Pernice, Luba Mushtuk and Dancing with the Stars Ireland professionals. Tickets. £50 VIP. £32 Royal Circle. £30 Royal Circle Concessions £28 Royal Stalls. £26 Royal Stalls Concessions. £25 Royal Balcony. £23 Royal Balcony Concessions Meet and greet tickets available.

Diddy Disco

The hip club for under 7s and their happening parents. Children must be accompanied, face-painting available.

Verve offers an evening of original dance at the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre.

Tickets. £3 (accompanying adults free)

Wednesday 29 August

Abba Mania plus 70s Disco Night

Tickets £3 in advance (£5 on the day)

Tickets. £5 Full. Concessions £3.

That’s the way to do it! Sit back and relax whilst enjoying the Punch & Judy puppet show.

10.30am - 12noon

Wednesday 30 May

The Adventures of Captain Birdseye presented by Egg Box Youth Theatre

Join Loudmouth Youth Theatre for their swashbuckling adventure with original music, daring sword fights, mayhem and mutineering!

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Tickets £12.50 on the door or £10 in advance from 01526 322571 or 01526 323353

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

7.30pm, Saturday Matinee 2.30pm

Party night for adults (aged 16+) with disabilities, their families and support workers. Friendly and relaxed, great music, but to socialise and meet new friends.

Tickets from £8.

Tickets: £3 (accompanying adults free)

Friday 27 and Saturday 28 July

Big Butterfly Club Night

Tickets from £22.

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Tickets £9. Concessions £8.

Wednesday 25 July

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Tickets £3 in advance (£5 on the day)

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Perfect for ages 7+ Tickets £13.50. Children £11.50.

Monday 2 - Thursday 5 July

Entertainment

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Victorian Punch and Judy Show

Shows throughout the day

That’s the way to do it! Sit back and relax whilst enjoying the Punch & Judy puppet show.

Tuesday 2 October

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

7.30pm

Snow flurries, sweets, princes and magic, The Nutcracker is a seasonal favourite that continues to capture the hearts and imagination of all generations.

Dance

Tickets. £28. Concessions £26. Children £20.

Tuesdays

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Admission charge applies.

The Nutcracker

Full Bloom

Dance and movement class for over 50s Tickets. £6 per week or £66 per term (12 weeks).

Thursday 22 March 7.30pm

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Sunday 10 June

Verve: Mixed Bill

Experience an evening of physically charged and refreshingly original dance, performed by dance artists on the cusp of their professional careers. See where dance is right now … and where it may go next.

5pm

7pm - 9.30pm

Cinderella

The award winning Ballet Cymru presents a sparkling and refreshing ballet based on the eternal fairy tale. Tickets. £18 Full. £16 Concessions Family Ticket Offer. £50 Family (4 people, max 2 adults) Live Pass Offer. £12.50 Students & under 26s (limited availability)

Tickets £12.50 Full. £10.50. £5 Live Pass (Students & under 26s)

Wednesday 28 March

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Saturday 16 June

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Big Butterfly Club Night

The Drill Hall’s awesome party night for adults (aged 16+) with disabilities, their families and support workers. Friendly and relaxed, these nights are a great chance not only to dance to great music, but to socialise and meet new friends.

7.30pm -12.30am

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Back to The Future: 80s vs 90s with Silent Disco

It’s time to do pop battle again, so get a gang together, get dressed up and head along for a party night jampacked with the very best tunes from those two massive pop decades. Plus try out the Silent Disco in the bar. Tickets £6 (£5 if booked as a party of 6+).

Tickets £3 in advance (£5 on the day)

Entertainment

Dance/Music

Music

Northern Ballet brings its re-telling of The Ugly Duckling to Lincoln Drill Hall in June

First Sunday of the month 10.30am

THE BLuE ROOM LInCOLn

Classical Coffee Mornings

Enjoy a variety of live classical music in the beautiful setting of The Blue Room with food and drink available from Stokes Lawn Café. Contact: 01522 523548

11am - 1pm

SOunDLInCS

Making Noise

soundLINCS music workshops for children and young people aged from 0-25 with disabilities or sensory impairment across Lincolnshire and their families. £5 per family per hour, £8 for 2 hours Details from soundLINCS on 01522 510073 or email nicola@soundlincs.org

Every Monday 6pm - 8pm

TERRy O’TOOLE THEATRE, nORTH HykEHAM

New Tricks - Rhythm and Blues

50+ music workshops. Performing tunes from the 1960s to today. Bring along your instrument (or voice) to be part of this fun new band. Details from soundLINCS on 01522 510073 or email nicola@soundlincs.org. Your first session is free!

Saturday mornings monthly 9.30am - 12.30pm

nETTLEHAM, C OF E AIDED JunIOR SCHOOL

Nettleham Orchestral Workshops

All you need is your instrument and a music stand to join a friendly group of amateur musicians capturing the joy of playing music with music from classical through to pop, and even themes from the world of TV and cinema. Details from soundLINCS on 01522 510073 or email nicola@soundlincs.org. £7 per session.

Friday 23 March 7pm

Wednesday 20 June

7pm - 9.30pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

12noon, 2pm & 4pm

Saturday 24 March

Party night for adults (aged 16+) with disabilities, their families and support workers. Friendly and relaxed, great music, but to socialise and meet new friends.

6.30pm - 10pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Northern Ballet: The Ugly Duckling

Saturday 24 March

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

7.30pm

Rhythm of the Dance

Celebrate Irish culture through music and dancing with Rhythm of the Dance, featuring world champion dancers and a traditional band. LInCOLn DRILL HALL

7pm - 9.30pm

Tickets £3 in advance (£5 on the day)

Saturday 28 July 12noon - 12am

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Sunday 25 March 7.30pm

Big Butterfly Club Night

Northern Soul All Dayer

Sunday 25 March

Celebrating the Drill Hall’s status as a top venue for Northern Soul All Niters in the 70s and 80s, the All Dayer returns, featuring 12 hours of the very best of Northern Rare Classics, Oldies, Newies, Crossover, Modern Chills & Fever, Rhythm & Blues, Soul, Ska & Mod Beats.

7.30pm

Tuesday 27 March

Big Butterfly Club Night Tickets £3 adv (£5 on the day)

Tuesday 2 October 7.30pm

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Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Lincoln Choral Society, Lincoln Chorale, Lincoln Cathedral Consort, and Lincoln Diocesan Ladies Choir will be conducted by Aric Prentice for J S Bach’s St Matthew Passion.

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Money For Nothing - Dire Straits

The abundant energy and excellent musicality of their performance makes Money For Nothing a ‘must see’ for any rock enthusiast or Dire Straits fan. LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Mercury - A Celebration of Queen

Winners of the National Tribute Awards, Mercury have firmly established themselves as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Queen. TERRy O'TOOLE THEATRE, nORTH HykEHAM

The Heroes present: The Rock Guitar Tribute Show

A fantastic review of favourite rock guitar at its finest, including tracks by Dire Straits, Eric Clapton and Fleetwood Mac. Tickets £12. Concessions £10. Under 16s £7.50.

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

7pm - 9.30pm

JS Bach St Matthew Passion

Tickets from £12

Tickets £15 in advance and £20 on the day.

Wednesday 29 August

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Tickets. £23.50.

Tickets £25.50. Concessions £24.

Wednesday 25 July

The Stranglers will be hitting the road again in March 2018, this time with The Definitive Tour.

Tickets available from the Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com For accessible seating 01522 504394

Don’t miss Northern Ballet’s hugely popular Ugly Duckling as the re-telling of the famous Hans Christian Andersen fairytale is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre for the first time. Tickets from £8

Sunday 8 July 7.30pm

The Stranglers

Tickets from £27.50

Big Butterfly Club Night

Tickets £3 in advance (£5 on the day)

Friday 22 June

THE EnGInE SHED

7.30pm - 9pm

The Nutcracker

Snow flurries, sweets, princes and magic, The Nutcracker is a seasonal favourite that continues to capture the hearts and imagination of all generations. £28 / £26

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Komposit: The Performance

Five young composers from the East Midlands have been mentored by leading composers in their field and working with an ensemble of musicians to create brand new pieces of music. Come and listen to their final performances live and celebrate their journey. Tickets: £5

Concessions / £20 Children

Entertainment

1st and 3rd Saturday of the month

Entertainment

Music Saturday 14 April

Enjoy music with a difference at the Weird Garden on Burton Road

7.30pm

Entertainment LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Abba Mania plus 70s Disco Night

Abba Mania are widely regarded as the world’s number one touring ABBA tribute production. So if you’re looking for an excuse to party then this is the night for you! Tickets from £22

Saturday 14 April 8pm

THE BLuE ROOM LInCOLn

The Clark Tracey Octet

This Jazz spectacular formed of talented Jazz musicians of the former Clark Tracey Octect, bring the best of British Jazz to the heart of Lincoln. Tickets. Standard £14. Students and under 16s £7. Contact: 01522 523548

Sunday 15 April

10am - 5pm

Monday 2 April 7pm

THE EnGInE SHED

Lower than Atlantis

1pm

Thursday 19 April 7.30pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lunchtime Classical Concert by LICMF

A wonderful lunchtime concert featuring Eleanor Turner (harp) and Mendi Singh (tabla).

7.30pm

Friday 20 April

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Showaddywaddy

7.30pm

‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band in The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 4 decades! Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured all corners of the World extensively.

7.30pm

Friday 20 April 7.30pm

TERRy O'TOOLE THEATRE, nORTH HykEHAM

Moore, Ross, Rutter

Folk trio Tom Moore, Archie Churchill-Moss and Jack Rutter are widely regarded as three of the best players of folk amongst a precociously gifted generation.

7.30pm

Friday 20 April

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

6pm - 10pm

Folk Upstairs at the Drill Hall: Maggie Holland

6pm - 10pm

7pm - 9.30pm

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The Rolling Stones Story

Relive all the classic hits with The Rolling Stones Story, a high energy concert celebrating the music of the World’s Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Band. LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lady Sings the Blues

This stunning show presents the music of Billie Holiday from the 30s to the 50s. Featuring six top British Jazz Award-Winning musicians and the remarkable singer Val Wiseman. DECIMAL PLACE, 10 BuRTOn ROAD, LInCOLn

Weird Garden

Sounds by Charlie Ulyatt, The Denizen, Graham Beck & Experimental Sonic Machines

Saturday 21 April

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

1.30pm - 6.15pm

Boys and girls aged 7 to 11 can join Lincoln’s internationally acclaimed choir for rehearsals and Evensong in one of the finest mediaeval buildings in the world. For more details email music@lincolncathedral.com or telephone 01522 504398

Saturday 21 April

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

DECIMAL PLACE, 10 BuRTOn ROAD, LInCOLn

Weird Garden

Music and spoken word by Tim Holehouse, Bridget Hart, We Are The Giant & Experimental Sonic Machines Free entry. Contact: tapenoise@gmail.com

Thursday 12 April

Raised in Lincolnshire, Callaghan moved to the US in 2010 and is now an established artist in Nashville, her gorgeous vocals earning her frequent comparisons to artists like Sarah McLachlan and Emmy Lou Harris.

Contact tapenoise@gmail.com

Since the late 60s, Maggie has played with a number of bands and artists, but more recently has become known as a singer/songwriter, with her songs performed by the likes of Martin Carthy and June Tabor. Tickets. £10.

Saturday 7 April

Callaghan

Tickets from £12.

Tickets. £14. Concessions £12. Under 16s £7.50.

Saturday 7 April

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Tickets. £25.

Tickets from £12 SOLD OUT

Friday 6 April

One day festival with special guests - 'Opera-lele'; singarounds; group/solo spots; workshops. Bring your uke- suitable for all levels.

Tickets from £12.

Tickets £6 in advance (£7 on the day)

Friday 6 April

Lincoln Ukulele Festival 2018

Free admission.

Lower than Atlantis head to Lincoln as part of a huge UK tour. Tickets from £16.50

Tuesday 3 April

BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy, LInCOLn

1.10pm - 2pm

InTERnATIOnAL BOMBER COMMAnD CEnTRE, CAnWICk HILL

Opening Ceremony Evening Concert

Be a Chorister for a day

Lunchtime Recital by Di Voci Ladies Choir

Di Voci is an established ladies choir based in the Altrincham area and performs in concerts, competitions and private events. Included in the Cathedral admission charge

A concert featuring a wide range of music and drama including The Invictus Games Choir, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, excerpts from The Navigator, the IBCC Community Orchestra, John McAllister and 40's singer, Heather Marie Little. There will be catering on site - or you are welcome to bring your own picnic. For more details visit www.internationalbcc.co.uk

Saturday 14 April

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

1.10pm - 2pm

La Mia Coppa Trabocca (My Cup Runneth Over) which interprets Psalm 23, is a composition for piano and electronics commissioned by Rev Ulrike Eichler.. This is a free event included in the Cathedral admission.

Saturday 14 April

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7.30pm

Lunchtime Recital by Simon Vincent

7 Drunken Nights - The Dubliners

This celebration of the music of The Dubliners is a celebration of Irish music itself and a guaranteed evening of music, humour and ‘craic’.

County-born, Nashville based singer Callaghan comes back to her roots.

Tickets. £22. Concessions £20. Limited Availability.

Entertainment

Music Sunday 29 April

katie Markham presents The Adele Songbook at Lincoln Theatre Royal

7.30pm

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Toko Telo

Honoured at home and acclaimed abroad, these heroes of Madagascan music come together with Toko Telo to revisit their shared southern roots.Toko Telo provide the perfect introduction to some of the best music that Madagascar can offer. Tickets. £10 Full. Concessions £8.

7.30pm

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English Symphony Orchestra

The renowned musicians of the English Symphony Orchestra return to Lincoln with a programme celebrating the riches of the Romantic string repertoire. Tickets. £22.50. Concessions £20.50.

Tuesday 1 May 1pm

Saturday 21 April 7.30pm

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Someone Like You - The Adele Songbook

3pm

Friday 27 April 7.30pm

Katie Markham has the show-stopping voice and captivating charisma to deliver all your favourite Adele hits in an enthralling concert performance.

Friday 4 May

1.10pm - 2pm

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

European Union Chamber Orchestra

The European Union Chamber Orchestra (EUCO) has an international reputation as a musical ambassador for the European Union. Featuring soloist Crispian Steele-Perkins on trumpet! Tickets: £19 Full. Concessions £17. Live Pass (students & under 26s) £5.

8pm

Saturday 5 May 7.30pm

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Cuffe & Taylor presents La Voix

Join, Absolutely Fabulous The Movie, star La Voix for the best night out featuring live musicians, hilarious comedy and incredible song and vocal impersonations.

7.30pm - 10pm

7.30pm

THE EnGInE SHED

The Style Councillors

7.30pm

Saturday 5 May 7pm

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Black Dyke Band

7.30pm

Saturday 5 May 7pm

7.30pm

Jess Robinson: Here Come the Girls!

Sunday 6 May

Join Jess Robinson for an evening of spot-on celebrity impressions, musical comedy and stunning vocal gymnastics.

7pm

8pm

Folk Upstairs at the Drill Hall: Greg Russell

Possessed of an extraordinary voice that’s ‘full of character’ (The Telegraph), over the last 5 years Greg Russell has established himself as one of the most significant players on the U.K. folk scene. nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

The Drifters

The Drifters are back on the road performing their classic hits from the last six decades. LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Organ Recital - James O’ Donnell

Lincoln Cathedral is delighted to welcome James O’Donnell, the Organist and Master of the Choristers of Westminster Abbey.

THE EnGInE SHED

Big Country

Big Country return to Lincoln following their 30th Anniversary tour. THE EnGInE SHED

The Showhawk Duo

The duo who have amassed million of hits online on many of their viral videos are set to embark on their biggest headline tour to date. Tickets from £18.

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Monday 7 - Wednesday 9 May

Richard Digance

Richard resumes as normal after his Golden anniversary celebrations, doing what he loves best telling stories, playing the guitar and singing songs.

7.30pm and 2pm on Wednesday

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A Spoonful of Sherman

The compelling story of one family’s century-long, award-winning musical journey; and you already know the songs, featuring three generations of Sherman song writing. Tickets. £22.50. Concessions £20.50. Early Bird Matinee offer (only available until 31st March) £10.

Steve Walker’s Big Swing Band at the Movies An exhilarating rollercoaster through some of your big screen favourites. Fronting the band, Steve Walker is one of the UK’s most talented trumpet players.

Tuesday 8 May

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Barbara Dickson

King Pleasure & the Biscuit Boys More than just the world's greatest swing band, these guys are an institution! 2017 marked 30 years on the road.

In this special acoustic performance Barbara Dickson and her pianist Nick Holland explore her catalogue of songs at an intimate level. The pair let the words and melodies take ‘centre stage’ as they perform a wonderful range of material drawing on Barbara’s folk roots, contemporary greats, and some of her classic hits. A mature mixture of sublime old and new songs for every taste.

Tickets from £12

Tickets from £12.

8pm

Tickets. £15.

Sunday 29 April

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Tickets from £24.50.

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Tickets. £16.

Saturday 28 April

Tonya Clement is a Russian born pianist currently completing her postgraduate studies in Piano Performance at the University of Leeds whilst also studying on the advanced continuing education course at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Tickets available from the Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com

Black Dyke Band is the most recorded band in the world with over 350 recordings and growing every year. It is also the most successful contesting band in the world having won the European Championships thirteen times.

Tickets from £12

Saturday 28 April

Lunchtime Recital by Tonya Clement

Tickets. £24. Concessions £22.

The World’s Only Tribute to The Style Council celebrate their finest album by recreating it fully live for the first time ever.

Tickets from the Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com

Saturday 28 April

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL CHAPTER HOuSE

Tickets £10.

Saturday 5 May

Tickets from £15.

Saturday 28 April

Sebastian Charlesworth (baritone) and Howard Beach (piano) perform music by Mahler, Schönberg and Vaughan Williams.

This is a free event included in the usual Cathedral admission charge.

Tickets. £19.50.

Friday 27 April

Lunchtime Classical Concert by LICMF

Tickets £6 in advance (£7 on the day).

Tickets. £20.50. Concessions £18.50.

Sunday 22 April

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

King Pleasure & the Biscuit Boys

Entertainment

Sunday 29 April

Music Saturday 19 May

Toko Telo provide the perfect introduction to some of the best music that Madagascar can offer.

10am - 5pm

Entertainment LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Come and Sing! Vivaldi and Parry

All ages and abilities are welcome for what will be a fun day of singing under the baton of Lincoln Cathedral’s very own Director of Music, Aric Prentice! Hilary Punnett at assistantorganist@lincolncathedral.com or 01522 504398 for more details or to register. Tickets. Adults £15. Under 18s £5.

Entertainment

Saturday 19 May 7pm

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Organ Recital. Jeffrey Makinson

Organ Recital by Jeffrey Makinson, Assistant Director of Music at the Cathedral. Tickets available from Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com

Saturday 19 May 7.30pm

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Whitney - Queen of the Night

A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This breath-taking performance includes all the classic hits. Tickets £25.

Saturday 19 May 7.30pm

Thursday 10 May 7.30pm

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Rock Icons

This energetic rockin’ live music show takes you on a journey through the eras of some of the world’s greatest Classic Rock bands and albums.

8pm

Monday 21 May

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Café Manouche

7.30pm

This young and exciting Gypsy Jazz & Swing band, play the old-fashioned way! With vintage style female vocals, swinging guitars, hot double bass and melodic accordion/piano you’ll be transported back to Paris in the 20s and 30s.

TBA

Wednesday 23 May 4.30pm and 7.30pm

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Duke Ellington Concert

2pm - 10pm

Thursday 24 May 7.30pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lincoln Blues Festival

A full day of the very best in Blues music, headlined by 60s R&B legends The Pretty Things plus Aynsley Lister, Simon McBride, The Connor Selby Band, The Luke Doherty Band and Deep Blue Sea.

7.30pm

Friday 25 May TBA

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Legend - The Music of Bob Marley

6pm - 10pm

Saturday 26 May 7.30pm

DECIMAL PLACE, 10 BuRTOn ROAD, LInCOLn

Weird Garden

1.10pm - 2pm

Sunday 27 May

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

5.30pm

Lunchtime Recital by The William Jewell Choir The lunchtime recital is by The William Jewell Choir of Missouri USA

7.30pm

Menopause the Musical

Featuring an all-star cast, this hysterical all-singing, all-dancing comedy is packed full of one-liners about night sweats, hot flushes and memory loss.

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Royal Air Force Centenary Concert

One of the major musical events to mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Air Force and featuring one of the finest military bands in the country, The Band of the Royal Air Force College. Compered by Carol Vorderman.

GAInSBOROuGH OLD HALL

Lincolnshire Chamber Music Festival

Gainsborough Old Hall plays host to the Lincolnshire Chamber Music Festival. nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

The Meat Loaf Story

With incredible stage set and superb band, this epic musical concert will have you dancing in the aisles to the best of Meat Loaf.

DODDInGTOn HALL

Music at Doddington

Explore the gardens, enjoy a glass of prosecco on the private terrace and then listen to a wonderful piano recital by Melvyn Tan in the beauty of the Long Gallery. Tickets. £24 (Premium £26). Contact 01522 694308 or visit www.doddingtonhall.com

This is a free event included in the usual Cathedral admission charge.

Friday 18 May

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Tickets £27.

Experimental music by Shankara, Hedger & Creek, Bob Hedger & Experimental Sonic Machines. Free entry. Contact: tapenoise@gmail.com

Friday 18 May

West End’s favourite leading lady, Kerry Ellis, will sing songs from Bond, to Bareilles to Bacharach and more, telling stories from her career to date.

For details see www.gainsborougholdhall.com

This rasta spectacular is an unforgettable evening celebrating the magic of Bob Marley, combining superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship. Tickets £23.50.

Friday 18 May

Kerry Ellis 20th Anniversary Tour

Tickets £15 - £35. Available from the Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com 15% discount for all RAF personnel.

Tickets from £25.

Saturday 12 May

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Tickets £28.50.

The Lincoln Cathedral Choir in collaboration with the Birmingham Conservatoire Big Band in an evening concert. Details and tickets available at www.lincolncathedral.com

Saturday 12 May

A concert featuring a medley of songs and readings for the Centenary celebrations commemorating the end of The Great War.

Tickets £27.50 Row A-C. £23.50.

Tickets from £12.

Saturday 12 May

North Hykeham & District Choral Society Lest We Forget

Tickets £8. Concessions £5. Telephone 01522 883311 or visit www.terryotooletheatre.org.uk

Tickets. £21. Concessions £19. Children £11.

Friday 11 May

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Sunday 27 May

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Peter Andre

11.30am - 10pm

An Evening With Peter Andre an accomplished global media star.

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Free Bank Holiday Band Festival

Live music from the best of Lincolnshire’s local acts! Starting with easy acoustics and then finishing off with bands to suit all tastes. Contact 01522 876667 for further details

Tickets from £30. Meet and greet tickets available.

Entertainment Monday 28 May

1.10pm - 2pm

Music Tuesday 19 Saturday 23 June

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL CHAPTER HOuSE

Lunchtime Performance - ‘The Journey’

A one-hour reflection in the Chapter House with readings and songs following the life of Jesus.

7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2pm

This is a free event included within the normal Cathedral entry charge.

7.30pm and 2.30pm on Saturday

Friday 1 June 8pm

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7.30pm

20th Century Boy

This hit musical is inspired by the life of rock legend Marc Bolan and tells the life story of Bolan and his band T. Rex. Tickets £36 Premium. £31 Royal Stalls and Circle.

Friday 22 June 7.30pm

£26 Royal Stalls and Circle Concession. £26 Royal Balcony. £21 Royal Balcony Concession. LInCOLn DRILL HALL

The Bluejays

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Peter and the Wolf

A 'symphonic fairy tale for children'. Peter & The Wolf is a musical composition written by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936. The narrator tells a children's story, while the orchestra illustrates it. Tickets will be available from the Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com.

The UK's finest 1950s Rock 'n' Roll experience. The Bluejays take you on a historical journey via breathtaking renditions of the biggest hits of the era.

International superstar Lionel Richie will return to the UK for his summer tour.

Tickets from £12.

Saturday 2 June

Into The Woods by LAODS

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Folk Upstairs at the Drill: Johnny Dickinson

Described as ‘The Most Potent Slide Player in the UK’ Johnny has a unique individual style of playing which crosses Celtic Flavours with American Blues. Support comes from Americana duo The Miracle Cure. Tickets £10.

Sunday 3 June

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Nancy Kerr

8pm

BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of the Year 2015. Fiddle-singer and songwriter Nancy Kerr performs her unique mix of startlingly original traditional folk music. Tickets: £12 Full. Concessions £10. Live Pass (students & under 26s) £5.

Tuesday 5 June

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lunchtime Classical Concert by LICMF

1pm

Manus Noble (guitar) plays Villa Lobos, Ryan and folk-inspired Irish and Japanese music. Tickets. £6 in advance. £7 on the day.

Wednesday 6 June

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

7.30pm

Thursday 7 June 7.30pm

Friday 8 June

7.30pm

Saturday 9 June 7pm

Sunday 10 June TBA

Thursday 14 June 7.30pm

Cilla & the Shades of the 60s

Saturday 23 June

The effervescent Victoria Jones & the gorgeous Shades trio follow the life & career of the iconic Cilla Black while their stories reflect on some of the biggest 60s stars. Tickets from £12. nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Through the Years - Simon & Garfunkel

Bookends present the most authentic sounding concert, performing the songs in a truly captivating way, which celebrates the unforgettable music of Simon and Garfunkel. Tickets £19.

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Organ Recital - Colin Walsh

7pm

Colin Walsh, Lincoln Cathedral.

Saturday 23 June

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

7.30pm

Tickets available from the Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com

Lincoln Symphony Orchestra Summer Concert This wonderful summer evening concert includes works by Rossini, Weber and Dvorak. Tickets £14. Concessions £12. Under 16s £7.

Sunday 24 June

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Crooners

7.30pm

This musical follows three crooners, as they defend their role in the modern world. Featuring hilarious one liners, satirical humour and superb musical numbers. Tickets. £22. Concessions £20.

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Morning Has Broken

A talented singer, songwriter and musician, Ron Vincent commands the stage and draws you into a wonderful journey through Cat Stevens' repertoire of beautiful songs. Tickets £19.50. Concessions £17.50.

Tuesday 26 June

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Organ Recital - Franz Hauk

7.30pm

Franz Hauk from Ingolstadt, Germany. Tickets available from the Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com

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Les Musicals

Les Musicals presents the biggest hit songs from the West End & Broadway in this exhilarating live concert tour. Starring Jonathan Ansell and Rhydian Roberts. Tickets £23.50. £56 VIP.

Friday 29 June

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Lionel Richie

International superstar Lionel Richie returns to the UK and visits the Showground as part of his summer tour. Visit www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk for further information or telephone 01522 585517

7.30pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Jazz Vehicle: Lincolnshire Skies Premiere Performance

This unique performance tells the story of the iconic Dambusters raid in the style of the big bands of the war years. Tickets £10. Concessions £7.50.

Saturday 30 June

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

In The Beginning Was The Sound: Decostruttori Postmodernisti

7.30pm

Jump on board this entertaining rollercoaster ride through the history of music led by the exceptionally talented Italian quartet Decostruttori Postmodernisti.

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

A Country Night in Nashville

This stunning show perfectly recreates the energy and atmosphere of an evening in a buzzing Honky Tonk in downtown Nashville from Johnny Cash to Alan Jackson, Dolly to the Dixie Chicks, Willie Nelson to Little Big Town! Tickets from £12.

Tickets from £12.

Entertainment

Thursday 31 May Saturday 2 June

LInCOLn CEnTRE OF PERFORMInG ARTS

Entertainment

If music be the foo we’re in for a bloo

Music

Entertainment

There’s a chance to enjoy an evening with Peter Andre.

Kerry Ellis is widely regarded as the First Lady of the West End.

Find out why Nancy Kerr was voted Radio 2’s Folk Singer of the Year.

Monday 2 July 7.30pm

Wednesday 11 July

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Elio Pace presents Elvis Presley

Elio Pace’s sensational singing and piano-playing, pays tribute to his childhood idol Elvis Presley. Never before will you have heard Elvis’ catalogue like this.

7.30pm - 9.15pm

1pm

Saturday 14 July

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lunchtime Concert by LICMF

7pm

Esther Ward-Caddle (cello) and Nicola Panizza (piano) play music by Barber, Gershwin and Copland.

1.10pm - 2pm

Friday 20 July

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL CHAPTER HOuSE

Lunchtime Recital by Ingrid Custo

Performed on piano in the Chapter House, with piece by Beethoven and Brahms.

Doors open 4.30pm

This is a free event included within the normal Cathedral entry charge.

Friday 6 July 7pm

Wednesday 25 - Sunday 29 July

The Total Stone Roses

The Total Stone Roses with support from Stellify: a tribute to Ian Brown.

TBA

Organ Recital

Jan Vermeire of Dunkerque, France.

Saturday 7 July

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7.30pm

Organ Recital

Experience an instrument like no other. Philip Rushforth of Chester Cathedral.

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Little Mix

The world's biggest girl band Little Mix are playing a run of UK shows as part of the 'The Summer Hits Tour 2018' and will be performing at the Showground in July. LInCOLn DRILL HALL AnD OTHER VEnuES

Lincolnshire International Chamber Music Festival

Festival includes music from the First and Second World War. Visit www.icmf.moonfruit.com

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

7pm

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Contact 01522 585517 or www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk

THE EnGInE SHED

Tickets from £13.

Saturday 7 July

One of the premier choral ensembles in the US, around 50 singers will perform acappella for an evening of music.

Tickets from Cathedral gift shop and www.lincolncathedral.com

Tickets. £6 in advance. £7 on the day.

Wednesday 4 July

Chicago Masters Singers

Tickets from www.lincolncathedral.com

Tickets. £25.50. Concessions £23.50.

Tuesday 3 July

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Saturday 28 July

Tickets available from the Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com

7.30pm

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Navi - The King of Pop

Twist and Shout

Saturday 11 August

The greatest musical era of the 20th century comes alive with a nostalgic and fun packed musical journey through the swinging 60s.

TBA

Tickets. £23. Concessions £21.

LInCOLn CASTLE

Proms Concert RAF100 event

Details to be announced.

Entertainment

od of love... oming feast

Music There’ll be a high octane show from Cilla and The Shades of the 60s.

Entertainment Enjoy a County Night in Nashville

Little Mix will need no introductions to their young fans.

Sunday 26 August

11.30am - 10pm

Friday 21 September

LIOn AnD SnAkE, LInCOLn

Free Bank Holiday Band Festival

Live music from the best of Lincolnshire’s local acts! Starting with easy acoustics and then finishing off with bands to suit all tastes. Contact 01522 876667 for further information.

Friday 7 September

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Supersonic 70’s Show

7.30pm

An incredible live show so jam packed with classic 70s hits.

Saturday 8 September

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

7pm

Sunday 9 September 7.30pm

Tickets £21.

Organ Recital

7.30pm

Annual concert by the world renowned Hallé Orchestra.

Saturday 29 September

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

7.30pm

Visit www.lincolncathedral.com for more details and updates.

Organ Recital

7pm

James Lancelot of Durham Cathedral.

Monday 1 October

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

7.30pm

Wolfgang Kleber from Darmstadt, Germany. Tickets available from the Cathedral gift shop and www.lincolncathedral.com

Tickets available from Cathedral gift shop or www.lincolncathedral.com

That'll Be The Day

This show is an outstanding celebration for all fans of the golden era. Prepare for an unforgettable night of nostalgia, laughs and Rock ‘n’ roll! Tickets £25.

Sunday 7 October

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

The Billy Joel Songbook

Elio Pace, and his magnificent 6-piece band, delivers this sensational and critically-acclaimed tour celebrating the phenomenal music of Billy Joel.

7.30pm

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

The Cavern Beatles

This show is a Magical History Tour through the works of the greatest pop music phenomenon, replicating the excitement and energy of Beatlemania. Tickets £23. Concessions £21.

Wednesday 10 October

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Guitar Heroes

Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Hank Marvin, Brian May and Slash are just some of the outstanding guitar heroes you will have the chance to experience in one amazing show!

7.30pm

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Rule The World

This show has been recognised as the number one Take That Tribute and will take you through the musical highlights of their career. Tickets £21.50.

Tickets £23. Concessions £21.

Thursday 20 September

Hallé Orchestra

7pm - 10pm

Tickets £25.50. Concessions £23.50.

Friday 14 September

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Friday 2 November

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Kast Off Kinks

Former members of the band ‘The Kinks’ are back together to re-live the good times and keep the classic Kinks songs alive.

7.30pm

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Forgotten Melodies

Based on real events. Join our young heroes through the trenches and battlefields of France in this new musical featuring the songs of WW1. Tickets £19.50. Concessions £17.50.

Tickets £21. Concessions £19.

Food & Drink

Food & Drink Naan bread pizza

Food and Drink/Recipes Friday 23 March

5pm - 8pm

CHEERS, STEEP HILL

Time To Taste

Spanish Hubba Hubba! 20 great wines of Spain to try at 30 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LU Contact 01522 274303.

Serves 2, Takes 5 minutes to prepare, 15 minutes to cook.

£7.50. Tickets must be bought in advance.

Saturday 24 March 7pm

THE PETWOOD HOTEL, WOODHALL SPA

The Wedding Reception-Dining Experience

4 rashers Uncle Henry’s bacon, cut into large pieces 2 naan breads 6 tbsp tomato-flavoured pizza topping or pasta sauce, such as The Co-operative Whole Cherry Tomato and Chilli Pasta Sauce 4 chestnut mushrooms, sliced 50g local cheese. Try Lincolnshire Poacher, Just Jane cheddar or Cote Hill Red, grated. A small handful rocket leaves, to serve

Hilarious comedy show with 3 course sit down meal and maybe some dancing! Tickets £45pp Call the reservation team on 01526 352 411 to book.

Sunday 1 April All day

THE PETWOOD HOTEL, WOODHALL SPA

Sunday dining with music

3 course Easter Sunday lunch and live entertainment by Heather Marie and resident pianist Helen. Tickets £32.50 per person. Half price under 12s. Call the reservation team on 01526 352 411 to book.

Friday 6 April All day

DOuBLETREE By HILTOn, LInCOLn

Gin and Jazz

Ticket includes a gin cocktail on arrival, 2 course set meal and sharing cheeseboard for the table. With live entertainment by Gypsy Jazz ensemble “The String Beans”. Tickets £32 per person.

Saturday 7 April

10am - 4pm

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/Gas 6. Cover a baking tray with baking paper. Put the bacon pieces on top and place in the oven for 5 minutes or until the bacon is just beginning to cook. Remove from the tray and set aside on kitchen roll. Put a fresh piece of baking paper on the baking tray. 2. Spread the naan breads with the tomato-flavoured pizza topping or pasta sauce, then arrange the mushroom slices on top with the bacon pieces. Sprinkle with the grated cheese. 3. Place the naan breads on the baking tray and bake for 10 minutes or until the bacon is cooked and beginning to turn crisp and the cheese has melted. Scatter the hot pizzas with rocket and serve straight away.

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lincoln Vegan Festival 2018

The fantastic Vegan festival returns to the Drill Hall, with delicious food, stalls, live music, entertainment, talks and much more! Tickets £2 on the door.

Friday 13 April 7pm

WHITE HART HOTEL

Gin Tasting

Held in the Eastgate Room this event is back by popular demand and will feature gins from all over the world. Tickets at £25 available from www.lincolnwhiskyshop.co.uk or contact 01522 537834.

Friday 20 April

5pm - 8pm

Sweet potato and lentil curry

CHEERS, STEEP HILL

Time To Taste

The Italian Dream! 20 Great Wines from Florence to Piedmont to Abruzzo to try at 30 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LU

Serves 4, Takes 10 minutes to prepare, around 40 minutes to cook.

Contact 01522 274303. Tickets £7.50. Tickets must be bought in advance.

Friday 20 April

From 6pm

WIG AnD MITRE, LInCOLn

Time To Taste

Italian Menu, Tuscan chicken liver, anchovy and caper pate on crostini followed by steak with pizzaiola sauce, charred red peppers and Parmesan fries.

1kg sweet potato, peeled, halved lengthways and sliced 2 red onions, peeled, halved and sliced 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped 3 tbsp Mr Huda’s Universal Curry Paste 3 tbsp Ownsworth’s Rapeseed Oil 1 x 400g can coconut milk 150ml hot vegetable stock 1 x 400g can lentils, drained 1 x 125g bag young leaf spinach

£12.50 per person. Call 01522 535190 for reservations.

Friday 27 April

7.30 for 8pm

WIG AnD MITRE, LInCOLn

Classic 7

Classic 7 Course Gourmet complete with a glass of wine with each course. £50 per person. Call 01522 535190 for further details and reservations.

Sunday 6 May

11:30am - 8:30pm

LIOn AnD SnAkE, LInCOLn

Sausage and Cider Festival

Sausages from The Yellowbelly Sausage Co. An array of draught ciders, pressed ciders & bottled ciders! Live folk singers, Irish dancers and a DJ! Tickets £29 per person 01522 876667

Monday 7 May

10am - 4pm

DODDInGTOn HALL

Food Feastival

A celebration of fresh, seasonal and local produce with delectable delights and tasty treats to try. Meet local artisan food and drink suppliers and the Farm Shop team.

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/ Gas 6. Place the sweet potato, onions and garlic in a large roasting tin. Mix the curry paste with the oil

Free entry. 01522 694308 www.doddingtonhall.com

Saturday 12 May

10am - 4pm

and drizzle over vegetables in tin. Gently toss vegetables until they are

DOuBLETREE By HILTOn, LInCOLn

coated in paste and oil mix.

Electric Ball in aid of the Nomad Trust

2. Cook in the oven for 20 minutes or until the vegetables begin to

Tickets include a donation to charity, canapés and sparkling reception, 3 course set meal, live party band and charity raffle.

soften. Remove from oven and stir in coconut milk and stock. Return to oven for 10 minutes or until sweet potato is tender.

Tickets £55 per person.

Friday 18 May

6pm - 9pm

Cooked basmati rice, natural yogurt and Mr Huda’s Mango Chutney, to serve.

3. Stir in lentils, cook for 5 minutes, add spinach and cook for 2-3

WIG AnD MITRE, LInCOLn

Gin Tasting with nibbles

minutes until just wilted. Serve with rice, yogurt and Mr Huda’s Mango

Call 01522 535190 for further details and reservations.

Chutney.

Food & Drink

An easy way to Love Local Food and Drink/Recipes

Food & Drink

BUYING local products makes sense in so many ways. It’s good for the environment as it reduces food miles and your support for these smaller, craft producers helps boost our local economy. Even better, it doesn’t need to be hard work. You don’t have to do any research, track down producers or source a variety of ingredients from across the county. Just pay a visit to your local Lincolnshire Co-op food store.

There’s a wealth of quality goods from our region in the Love Local range and you can discover everything from beer, bread and biscuits to chutneys, cheese and crisps. Lots of the ingredients can save you graft in the kitchen too - they’re store cupboard and fridge essentials that can liven up every day dishes. Mr Huda’s curry paste, which is made in Scunthorpe by former restauranteur Maf Huda (pictured above), is a must-have. He’s done all the preparation for you, so no need to grind spices or get hold of fresh herbs. Mix up the paste with some yoghurt for a quick marinade for chicken, use the handy recipe on the back of the pack for a tasty curry or go veggie with our sweet potato and lentil dish (see bottom of page 30). A distinctive cheese can add another dimension to a speedy pasta supper or make an easy omelette more of a treat. Try full-flavoured Lincolnshire Poacher, made by the Jones brothers on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds(Simon is pictured left), nutty Cote Hill Red, crafted by the Davenports on their farm near Market Rasen or creamy Just Jane cheddar, which comes from Lymn Bank Farm near Skegness. Our naan pizza (see top of page 30) can be ready to cook in just five minutes and uses any cheese, pasta sauce and toppings you have to hand. Quick, delicious and doing some good - that’s our kind of fast food! Friday 25 May 7pm

Friday 8 - Sunday 10 June

WHITE HART HOTEL

Whisky Tasting

Nick Barker of Whyte and Mackay will be the host in the Eastgate Room. He will be showcasing a new range Dalmore, Jura and Tamnavulin distilleries due for release.

Opens 6pm on Friday and closes at 4.30pm on Sunday

Tickets at £15 available from www.lincoln.whiskyshop.co.uk or contact 01522 537834.

Friday 25 May

5pm - 8pm

CHEERS, STEEP HILL

Time To Taste

Friday 29 June

Argy Bargy. 20 modern wines of Argentina to try at 30 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LU

5pm - 8pm

01522 274303 £7.50. Tickets must be bought in advance.

Friday 25 May

From 6pm

Thursday 24 - Saturday 26 May From 6pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

The Gin Society Festival - Lincoln 2018

The Gin Society returns to Lincoln’s Drill Hall for a summer gin-filled experience. Discover the delights of 120 gins from the classic to the contemporary, sparkle at our prosecco cocktail bar, meet visiting distillers while enjoying vintage sounds from our DJs. Early Bird tickets £8.50 plus booking fee. CHEERS, STEEP HILL

Time To Taste

Chile Chile! Wizz Bang! 20 awesome quaffers from Chile to try at 30 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LU 01522 274303 £7.50. Tickets must be bought in advance.

WIG AnD MITRE, LInCOLn

Argentinian menu

Friday 29 June

Empanadas de pollo followed by carbonada criolla. £12.50 per person. Telephone 01522 535190 for reservations and further details.

From 6pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

WIG AnD MITRE, LInCOLn

Chilean menu

Prawn and avocado ceviche followed by steak with pebre sauce, fried potatoes and grilled corn. £12.50 per person. Telephone 01522 535190 for reservations and further details.

Lincoln Camra Beer Festival 2018

This year’s festival honours the 100th anniversary of the RAF so come along and lift a glass or two! With a choice of over 100 real ales from across the UK, ciders and perries and bottled beers from around the world plus tasty food and live music, it’s always a great party!

Tuesday 17 July 5pm

Admission £3 (free admission for CAMRA members to all sessions)

WASHInGBOROuGH COMMunITy CEnTRE

Summer Food Tasting

Lincolnshire Co-op summer food tasting event Free event for Lincolnshire Co-op members. Visit lincolnshire.coop/events for more information.

Food & Drink

Food and Drink Thursday 19 July Sunday 22 July

HIGH STREET, LInCOLn

Friday 20 July

DOuBLETREE By HILTOn, LInCOLn

9am - 9pm

Friday 28 September

Street Food Festival

Street food from around the world with seating, bar and live music. Free admission.

Strictly Summer

Includes a summer cocktail and BBQ buffet.

South African Menu from Sosatie followed by Bobotie.

Sunday 30 September

LIOn AnD SnAkE, LInCOLn

11.30am - 8.30pm

WIG AnD MITRE, LInCOLn

Five dishes served with two glasses of Rioja

Friday 27 July

CHEERS, STEEP HILL

£30 for two people. Call 01522 535190 for further details.

From 6pm

5pm - 8pm

Time To Taste

Killer Kiwis Experience. 20 of the best from New Zealand to try at 30 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LU

Friday 5 October

WIG AnD MITRE, LInCOLn

From 6pm

Australian menu

Saturday 6 October

Roast leg of lamb with rosemary roasted root vegetables followed by passion fruit and mango pavlova.

Saturday 13 October

Time To Taste

Damn Yankee! OMG 20 big ones to taste from the USA at 30 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LU

10am - 5pm

WIG AnD MITRE, LInCOLn

American Menu

Jambalaya with baked vanilla cheesecake and blueberries.

Friday 28 September

CHEERS, STEEP HILL

5pm - 8pm

See www.lincolncastle.com for details

Wig and Mitre, Lincoln

German Beer and Wine Night, three courses with a selection of beers and wines. LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Summer’s End Ball

Raise a glass to the end of the summer and enjoy an arrival drink, seasonal two course meal and live entertainment. £17.50 per person. Call 01522 535190 for reservations.

CHEERS, STEEP HILL

From 6pm

Potato Festival

£17.50 per person. Call 01522 535190 for reservations.

WIG AnD MITRE

01522 274303. £7.50. Tickets must be bought in advance.

Friday 31 August

In our beer garden - sausages from The Yellowbelly Sausage Co. An array of draught German lagers and ales! Live oompah band and a DJ! LInCOLn CASTLE

£12.50 per person. Call 01522 535190 for reservations.

Friday 31 August

Oktoberfest

Saturday 5 Sunday 6 October

01522 274303 £7.50. Tickets must be bought in advance.

Friday 27 July

£12.50 per person. Call 01522 535190 for reservations.

Tapas Evening

From 6pm

5pm - 8pm

South African Menu

From 6pm

Tickets £29 per person.

Friday 20 July

WIG AnD MITRE, LInCOLn

LInCOLn CASTLE

Lincoln Sausage Festival

The festival is one of the region's top food events with visitors tucking into 30,000 sausages with award-winning Lincolnshire produce. There’ll be children's entertainment, live shows and cookery demonstrations. Free entry for children and a small charge for adults.

Friday 26 - Sunday 28 October

£12.50 per person. Call 01522 535190 for reservations.

Time To Taste

7pm

The Springbok. Leap into 20 South African classics at 30 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LU

PETWOOD HOTEL, WOODHALL SPA

Faulty Towers - Dining Experience

An immersive show where the diners in the ‘Faulty Towers’ restaurant are served by Basil, Sybil and Manuel - and anything can happen. Two thirds of the show is improvised. Tickets £49.50pp. Call the reservations team on 01526 352411 for more details and to book.

01522 274303. £7.50. Tickets must be bought in advance.

Experts in the Art of Coffee since 1902

Barista Training Centre

For people who love coffee as much as we do Pick the perfect course for you!

THE LAWN, UNION ROAD, LINCOLN LN1 3BU TEL: 01522 523548 WWW.STOKES-COFFEE.CO.UK

Shopping & Markets

Shopping Every Friday 9am - 4pm

First Saturday of the month 10am - 5pm

Second Saturday of the month 10am - 5pm

Sunday 25 March

MAIn SECTIOn OF LInCOLn HIGH STREET

High Street Farmers’ Market

Conveniently located market offering fresh and local food. Open to all. CASTLE HILL

Lincoln Makers’ Market

New this year, this market offers visitors the chance to view and buy hand crafted and unique pieces.

Third Saturday of the month

New this year this market offers visitors the chance to view and buy hand crafted and unique pieces.

Sunday 15 April

11am - 2pm

CASTLE HILL

Castle Hill Farmers’ Market

Last Saturday of the month

ST MARkS SHOPPInG CEnTRE

Sunday 13 May

11am - 4.30pm

Vintage Homewares & Flea Market

June - September

10am - 5pm

First Thursday of the month from Thursday 5 April 6pm - 8pm

Visit Arthur Swallow Fairs’ Antiques & Homes Show for antiques, vintage, retro and salvage for your indoor and outdoor living space. Monday and Tuesday 2-3 April, 28-29 May and 30-31 July THE PETWOOD HOTEL, WOODHALL SPA

Wedding Open day

A great opportunity to explore Petwood Hotel as a wedding venue. See the venue, the grounds and meet the events team. DODDInGTOn HALL

Plant Fair

Enjoy a broad selection of plant stalls and garden sundries under the gaze of our East Front. Tickets £3.50. 01522 694308. www.doddingtonhall.com

A vintage homewares and flea market showcasing everything vintage and handmade held in the shopping centre garden.

Sunday 29 April

Lincoln Antiques Market

Browse and buy antiques, art and collectables on stalls set up on the cobbled square between the castle and the cathedral.

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Toy Collectors Fair

All Day

This 200-table event is a trove of collectables, where you’ll find everything from Corgi and Hornby to Sci-Fi, Star Wars, film and TV related items.

Friday 4 May Friday 11 May

VARIOuS LOCATIOnS

CASTLE HILL

Runs until Sunday 16 September.

Third Saturday of the Month

Arthur Swallow Antiques and Home Show

Free admission. Call the events team 01526 352411 to book.

Runs until Saturday 29 September.

10am - 4pm

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

All day

Pick up fresh produce from stalls nestled between the castle and cathedral.

Third Sunday of the month

Monday and Tuesdays

LInCOLn CORnHILL

9am - 4pm

Hunt down vintage items and collectables; grab a coffee and search for home wares, textiles, fashion, jewellery and much more.

Runs until Saturday 1 December.

Runs until Saturday 10 November.

Vintage Flea Market

All day

2 - 3 April 28 - 29 May 30 - 31 July

Lincoln Makers’ Market

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

ST MARTIn’S SQuARE

Lincoln Makers’ Market

Lincoln Fashion Week

Eight day fashion extravaganza with various events through the city and a finale at the Alive Church including the latest trends from Primark, Marks & Spencer, House of Fraser and Debenhams. For more details go to lincolnfashionweek.co.uk or check out advert opposite.

A summer edition of the Makers’ Market complete with arts, craft, music and barbecue.

Saturday 26 - Monday 28 May

Runs between Saturday 16 June and Saturday 15 September. DOuBLETREE By HILTOn, LInCOLn

Wedding & Events Venue Showcase

10am - 5pm

Enjoy a glass of fizz and meet the events team for a tour of the brand new wedding and events facilities including 2 rooftop terraces with stunning city views.

Sunday 27 Monday 28 May

Free Entry.

10am - 4pm

Enjoy local cuisine at the Food Feastival at Doddington Hall in May

HIGH STREET, CORnHILL AnD ST MARkS SHOPPInG CEnTRE

Spring Market

The city centre will be taken over by market traders from all over Lincolnshire for the city’s first Spring Market over the Bank Holiday Weekend. DODDInGTOn HALL

A Vintage Affair

Live music across the Estate, vintage hairdressers and a classic car display. Stalls include; clothing, vinyl, jewellery and collectables. £1pp (children under 14 years old are free) Contact 01522 694308 or visit www.doddingtonhall.com

Saturday 2 - Sunday 3 June All Day

Moonlit Pathways Mind, Body & Spirit Event

You will find psychics, tarot, aura camera, many complementary therapies and a full programme of talks and workshops during this spiritual event.

Wednesday 20 Thursday 21 June

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Saturday 23 June

ST MARkS SHOPPInG CEnTRE, LInCOLn

11am - 4pm

Relax in the gardens at the shopping centre and enjoy musical performances throughout the day.

Saturday 7 July

CATHEDRAL QuARTER

11am - 4pm

Lincoln Cathedral will reverberate to the sound of local talent as shoppers are treated to acoustic music.

Saturday 15 July

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

8am - 6pm

Lincolnshire Show

A celebration of all things Lincolnshire including agriculture, heritage, food and drink and especially for 2018 aviation.

Music in the Gardens

Acoustic Music

Toy Collectors Fair

All day

This 200-table event is a trove of collectables, where you’ll find everything from Corgi and Hornby to Sci-Fi, Star Wars, film and TV related items.

Friday 21 Sunday 23 September

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

All day

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Warners Motorhome Season Finale

If you’re looking to buy your first van or change your motorhome, this show is the perfect opportunity to enjoy end of season savings across motorhomes and accessories.

Family

Family Third Thursday of the month 10am - 11am

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Toddler Time

Join Park Rangers and dress to get messy for seasonal activities for the under 5s. £2.50 per child. Booking is essential.

Friday 23 March also 14 September 11am - 1pm

Sunday 25 March

1pm - 3pm

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

History of Hartsholme Country Park

This guided walk will take you back through time to when Hartsholme was a thriving estate to the present day country park. The walk is 3 miles long and will last around 2 hours, meet outside the Visitors Centre. BRAnSBy HORSES, BRAnSBy, LInCOLn Ln1 2PH

Bransby Horses Rehoming Open Afternoon

Find out more about rehoming a rescue horse or pony from Bransby Horses. Join staff for a free tour and meet the equines searching for loving homes. Free admission. 01427 788464. www.bransbyhorses.co.uk

Thursday 29 March

10am - 11.30am and 1pm - 2.30pm

CAFé In THE ARBORETuM, LInCOLn

Easter Crafts

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Friday 30 March Monday 2 April

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

10am - 4pm

£2 per trail.

Saturday 31 March to Sunday 16 April

COGGLESFORD MILL, EAST ROAD, SLEAFORD

All day

Thursday 5 Sunday 8 April

4 to 13 years old. Children must be accompanied. £3.50 per child, booking essential.

Friday 30 Saturday 31 March Also Sunday 1 Monday 2 April 12noon - 3pm

A feast for the senses at the Pentalum Luminarium at The Rotunda at the Brayford Pool Harbour

Get creative and celebrate Easter with our craft workshop where you could make anything from an Easter Bonnet to an egg decoration to hang at home.

1pm - 7pm (last admissions)

Easter Egg-Citement

Explore the park and find the hidden treasures left by the Easter bunny. Pick up the Easter Egg sheet from the Visitor Centre. Children’s University validated activity.

Saturday 7 April

Easter Egg Trail

10am - 11.30am 1.30pm - 3pm

Around the museum, indoors and outdoors, are clues to find, to seek out chocolate rewards for Easter

Sunday 8 April

Molly the Mill Mouse from Cogglesford Watermill is visiting Navigation House’s Dora the Duck for Easter. Join in with their adventure and follow the Easter Trail. Visit the Mill and Navigation House to collect your trail sheet and don’t forget to claim your Easter prize!

10am - 4pm

Tickets from £8.

Saturday 31 March Sunday 16 April

CRAnWELL AVIATIOn HERITAGE MuSEuM

Sunday 8 April, 6 May, 3 June, 8 July, 5 August, 2 September, 7 October

Alice in Wonderland

Hop down the rabbit hole with Alice for a whimsical, enchanting tale perfect for the whole family.

10.30am - 12.30pm

Tuesday 10 - Sunday 15 April

Charlie’s Easter Trail!

Visit the museum to see if you can crack Charlie the Crane’s Easter Egg Trail. Collect your trail and explore this fascinating museum as you hunt for clues - there’s a chocolatey prize when you’ve finished! 50p per trail. www.cranwellaviation.co.uk

Saturday 31 March

11am - 4pm

11am - 4.30pm

Thursday 5 April Tuesday 31 July

1pm - 2.30pm

Mad Hatter’s Tea Party!

The Queen of Hearts, jam tarts and tea with the white rabbit. We hope you will join us for this exciting tea party in the nave.

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Countryside Lincs

A fun-packed extravaganza all about food, farming and the countryside during the Easter Holidays.

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Birdwatching for All

Join RSPB members for a guided walk around the park and Swanholme Lakes to discover the many species of bird that live there. Two-hour walk over unpaved terrain, which is often muddy. Will suit all ages. Free event. Meet at the Visitor Centre. LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

The Moscow State Circus

Experience some fantastically unbelievable acts at the World’s Most Famous Circus. Gostinitsa is a rapturous new circus experience that promises an edge of your seat event for all the family. Tickets between £13 and £37.

COMMunITy CEnTRE, FEn ROAD, WASHInGBOROuGH Ln4 1AB

Tuesday 10 April

Washingborough Easter Fayre & Egg Hunt

Stalls, Easter Egg Hunt, cakes, raffle, games and refreshments. Family friendly fun. DODDInGTOn HALL

Easter Eggsploration

Join Jolly the unicorn and his friends for family fun and a trail in the gardens. Garden admission applies.

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Kite Making

1pm to 2.30pm

Try your hand at making a kite and see if it flies.

Thursday 12 April

CAFé In THE ARBORETuM

Free admission. For more information, text 07812 749408.

Sunday 1 Monday 2 April

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Adults £7 (£8 on the day) children (5-16) £4 (£5), under 5s free. Family ticket (2 adults and up to 2 children £18 (£20).

50p per trail. www.cogglesfordwatermill.co.uk

2pm, 2.30pm, 7pm

A feast for the senses, likened to walking through a stained glass window or being in a live painting or even like being inside a spaceship.

All tickets are priced at £15. Everyone attending must purchase a ticket. Adults will be allocated seats at the table to be with the child/children they are responsible for.

Molly & Dora’s Easter Trail!

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Pentalum Luminarium by Architects of Air (UK)

Tickets.£4 Entry (babes-in-arms to 18 months are free and do not require a ticket to enter the Luminarium). Group Ticket Offer £12 (4 people) and £10 (3 people). Tickets available from Lincoln Performing Arts Centre.

4 to 13 years old. Children must be accompanied. £3.50 per child, booking essential.

Friday 30 March Sunday 7 April

THE ROTunDA, BRAyFORD POOL HARBOuR

1pm to 2.30pm

See our website for details. www.doddingtonhall.com Contact 01522 694308.

4 to 13 years old. Children must be accompanied. £3.50 per child, booking essential.

Willow Weaving

Chance to try your hand at making objects for the garden or home. 4 to 13 years old. Children must be accompanied. £3.50 per child, booking essential.

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Thursday 12 April and 24 July

Mosaic Making

Join Park Rangers to make your own mosaic at the Visitor Centre.

10am - 11.30am

4 to 13 years old. Children must be accompanied. £3.50 per child, booking essential.

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Bottle Rockets

Discover the joys of flight with park rangers and perhaps a good soaking. Children’s University Validated. 4 to 13 years old. Children must be accompanied. £3.50 per child, booking essential.

Birchwood Leisure Centre

Kids can play as parents get fit at £1.5m revamped Birchwood Leisure Centre

structures to introduce you to the one of the fastest growing sports in the country. The walls are designed to test your skills and they look pretty cool too! The price for Birchwood Leisure Centre’s adventure play is £4.95 per child, £3.50 per toddler and Under One’s are free. Climbing is £8.00 per person and gym memberships start at £15.99. To find out more about Birchwood Leisure Centre or to enquire about a membership, please visit:

ENJOYING a fitness kick has never been easier or more enjoyable following Birchwood Leisure Centre’s £1.5 million renovation. City of Lincoln Council has been working with Active Nation to modernise the previously tired and out-dated facility by implementing a larger fitness gym, toning tables studio and Les Mills immersive spin studio which is one of only a few in the country. What’s more, the centre now provides fun for all the family with a brand-new children’s soft adventure play area, colourful climbing walls including a race wall and a Costa-licensed café. The Les Mills Immersive Studio is one of less than ten such facilities in the UK and provides an out of this world spin class experience. A virtual world is played on a giant screen that curves into the room so that it actually feels like you’re cycling into another universe! There are a variety of themes including the old Wild West, a futuristic rollercoaster and a high-speed chase through a post-apocalyptic city, creating a diﬀerent mission for every cyclist. The younger members of the family can play to their heart’s content in the soft play area which provides a safe and fun physical activity which helps children develop better physical and social skills. They can practise balancing, jumping and climbing without risk of injury. Older children and adults alike can take advantage of the amazing climbing walls, which provide more than a dozen separate

www.activenation.org.uk/venues/birchwood-leisurecentre

Family

Family Thursday 17 May

Ballet Cymru performs Cinderella at the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre

11am - 1pm

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Family

Walk in the Woods

Park Rangers are the guides for the Tree Council’s annual Walk in the Woods. Learn the basics of tree identification. Three miles. Two hours on uneven, often muddy paths.

Tuesday 29 May

1pm - 2.30pm

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Lantern Making

Construct your very own willow and paper lantern to light up the night sky! 4 to 13 years old. Children must be accompanied. £3.50 per child, booking essential.

Thursday 31 May

1pm - 3pm

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Treasure Hunt

Join us to explore Hartsholme Country Park by taking part in a special pirate themed treasure hunt. Four to 13 years, children must be accompanied. £3.50 per child, booking essential.

Sunday 3 June

11am - 4pm

Thursday 12 April 2pm

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

11am - 4pm

Join this much-loved children’s writer and illustrator in a family-friendly, fun filled draw-along for all ages. Followed by a book signing. Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on! Age 6+.

Saturday 9 June

12pm and 3.30pm

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Discover the Herons of Hartsholme Countrypark

2pm

Sunday 10 June 5pm

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Monstersaurus

One day Monty found a book, ‘Inventions Very Rare’. Create yourself a monster friend BUT ONLY IF YOU DARE! An energetic show for the whole family. Age 3+

2pm - 4.30pm

THE EnGInE SHED

Wednesday 13 Thursday 14 June

Big Fish Little Fish - Family rave

The Big Fish Little Fish crew are bringing our award winning, critically acclaimed family rave back to Lincoln.

1pm and 4pm on Wednesday, 10am and 1pm on Thursday

Adult £8.50. Child £6. Pre-Walker Free.

Sunday 22 Monday 23 April

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Tiddler and other Terrific Tales

1.30pm and 4pm on Sunday, 10.30am on Monday

Featuring live music, puppetry and more, this production brings four tales from the books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler to life, live on stage!

Sunday 29 April

DAVID LLOyD LEISuRE, BuRTOn WATERS

All day

Saturday 23 June

Gates open 5.30pm for 6.15pm start

Tickets £12. Children £10.

Lincoln Triathlon

Test yourself in swimming, cycling and running in the lovely setting of Burton Waters.

Thursday 28 June

01522 699950. www.osbevents.com Individual (age 15-100) £43. Team (ages 9-100, 2-3 people) £56.

Sunday 6 Monday 7 May 10am - 4pm

7pm

nETTLEHAM SCOuTS HQ, VICARAGE LAnE, nETTLEHAM Ln1 2RH

Nettleham Scouts Scarecrow Festival

Follow the trail of fabulous scarecrows in the village of Nettleham. Refreshments with homemade cakes available from Scouts HQ.

11am - 4pm

Milkshake Live! The Magic Story Book

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Cinderella

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Peppa Pig's Adventure Live

Join Peppa Pig, George and friends as they go on an exciting camping trip. This new show includes, lots of songs, fun, and audience participation! Tickets: £18. Children £16. Family of 4 £64. BRAnSBy HORSES, BRAnSBy, LInCOLn Ln1 2PH

Proms in the Paddock

Pack your picnic basket and join us for an evening of musical entertainment. Tickets are £15 each and limited gazebo pitches are available for an additional £25. Please email events@bransbyhorses.co.uk www.bransbyhorses.co.uk or phone 01427 788464. LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

SlamJam Final

SlamJam is a spoken word competition for young people across the East Midlands. Now in its tenth year, the Final is an annual celebration of the hard work and creativity of these 12-18 year olds, as they take the stage to entertain, motivate, influence or transport their audience. Tickets: £5 Full.

Trail maps £2.

Saturday 12 May

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Tickets: £18 Full. Concessions £16. Family Ticket Offer. £50 Family (4 people, max 2 adults) Live Pass Offer. £12.50 Students & under 26s (limited availability)

Tickets: £10 Adult. £8 Child. Family Ticket Offer £30. Family (4 people, max 2 adults).

Saturday 22 April

A great day out for the whole family, highlights of the event include; equine demonstrations, goods and crafts stalls, a kids zone, a second hand rug and tack sale and a delicious selection of food.

Tickets: £15 Adults. Child (under 16s) £13.50. Family Ticket Offer (4 people, max 2 adults) £53.

Join the Lincolnshire Local Group of the RSPB and ‘Make A Date With Nature’, by taking part in the annual Heron Watch to discover and learn more about these giants of the bird world. Free event for all age groups.

Saturday 14 April

Bransby Horses Summer Fayre

Free admission, donations gratefully received. www.bransbyhorses.co.uk or phone 01427 788464.

Nick Sharratt’s Big Draw-Along

Running Time: 1 hour (no interval) Tickets. £8 Adult. £5 Child.

14 - 15, 21 - 22, 28 - 29 April

BRAnSBy HORSES, BRAnSBy, LInCOLn Ln1 2PH

Sunday 1 July

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Spring Fair

2.30pm

Local produce stalls and entertainment organised by Hartsholme Country Park Advisory Group. Suitable for all ages.

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Doctor Dolittle

Join Doctor Dolittle, who can talk to animals, in this magical musical adventure, featuring original music, audience participation and amazing puppets. Tickets. £13.50. Children. £11.50. Perfect for ages 7+

Family Saturday 14 July Sunday 2 September 11am - 5pm

Family Sunday 5 August

LInCOLn CASTLE

A LEGO® Brick Show of Medieval Fantasy and Legend

11am to 4pm

Visit Lincoln Castle and discover the Medieval Wall Walk, Victorian Prison and Magna Carta experience PLUS Kingdom - a Lego ® brick display of legend. Join us this summer for a fabulous display of sword and sorcery. A fantastical quest with dragons, a wizard and a princess, all created in LEGO® Bricks! Join in with the fun and build your own creation in our interactive brick pit. You can also make your very own unique Knight model to take home for a small charge.

Sunday 22 July

11am - 4pm

10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30 - 3.30pm

Friday 27 and Saturday 28 July

7.30pm, Saturday Matinee 2.30pm

Tuesday 7 August

BRAnSBy HORSES, BRAnSBy, LInCOLn Ln1 2PH

1pm - 2.30pm

Junior Fun Day

An action packed fun day for children including games, face painting, pony grooming, sweet treats, animal meet and greets and much more!

Thursday 9 August

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

10am to 11.30am

Den Building

Join the Park Rangers to build a shelter that could protect you from the wind and rain, using fallen timber and tarpaulins.

1pm

Pond Dipping

Explore the hidden depths, and delve beneath the surface of our wildlife pond to see what creepy critters are lurking below in the underwater world.

THE ARBORETuM

Terrific Trees

Join Park Rangers for a fun filled tree inspired afternoon learn more about these wonderful giants of the park also take part in a craft session. Make a tree smile. £3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity.

4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity. £3.50 per child. Booking essential.

Thursday 9 August

10am to 11.30am

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

The Adventures of Captain Birdseye presented by Egg Box Youth Theatre

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Willow Weaving

Chance to try your hand at making objects for the garden or home. £3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity.

Join Loudmouth Youth Theatre for their swashbuckling adventure with original music, daring sword fights, mayhem and mutineering!

Sunday 12 August

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

11am to 4pm

The annual family open day is where you will find a variety of activities for all the family. The event is run by the City of Lincoln Council and Hartsholme Country Park Advisory Group. Suitable for all ages.

Tuesday 14 August

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Butterfly Bonanza

A short walk to discover the colorful world of butterflies. Find out about some of our fluttering friends that thrive in summer and take part in the Big Butterfly Count 2018.

1pm to 2.30pm

£3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity.

Thursday 2 August

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Family Fun Day

Bug Box Hotels

Make your bugs a home and help keep the insects in your garden safe from the cold winter weather by building a bug box. £3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity.

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Bug Hunt

Join the Park Rangers to get up close and personal with some seriously creepy creatures! Search the meadow, look under logs and peer at trees to find the mini beasts that make the park their home.

Thursday 16 August

1pm - 2.30pm

£3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity.

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Love Bug

A short walk to discover the colorful world of Ladybirds. Find out about our spotty friends and take part in the UK Lady Bird Survey 2018. £3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity.

Join Peppa, George and friends at the New Theatre Royal, Lincoln in June

Sunday 9 August

10am - 5pm

BRAyFORD MARInA, LInCOLn

Supercar Society Lincoln Show

Lincoln's first supercar show, featuring amazing cars, live music, stalls and celebrity judging! Join in with an exciting day, or show off your own car. www.supercar-society.com/events cars@supercarsociety.com

Thursday 21 August

12noon - 3pm

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Orienteering

Put your orienteering skills into practice on a choice of three self-led routes around the Park set up by the Lincoln Orienteering Club. £3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity.

Sunday 26 August

11am - 4pm

CRAnWELL AVIATIOn HERITAGE MuSEuM

Family Fun day

Once again the Museum will be celebrating summer with their Family Fun Day. From vintage fire engines to kites and face painting, there will be lots to do as you explore this fascinating museum. Free Admission. Visit: www.cranwellaviation.co.uk

Thursday 30 August

10am - 11.30am

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Dreamcatchers

Let this little piece of Native American folklore trap all your bad dreams and let the good ones through. £3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity.

Family

1pm

Navigation House has a fascinating history dating back over 150 years. To celebrate National Colouring Book Day we would like to create a book depicting the life of this historic building. There’ll be lots of pictures to colour in so why not spend some time colouring with your friends, children or grandchildren or just by yourself and contribute to our bumper sized book

£3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied. Children’s University validated activity.

Tickets. £5 Full. Concessions £3.

Tuesday 31 July

National Colouring Book Day

www.navigationhousesleaford.co.uk

Free admission. Donations gratefully received. www.bransbyhorses.co.uk or contact 01427 788464

Thursday 26 July and Tuesday 28 August

nAVIGATIOn HOuSE, CARRE STREET, SLEAFORD

Family

Family Sunday 30 September 11am - 4pm

BRAnSBy HORSES, BRAnSBy, LInCOLn Ln1 2PH

Bransby Horses Autumn Fayre

A great day out for the whole family, highlights of the event include; equine demonstrations, goods and crafts stalls, a kids zone, a second hand rug and tack sale and a delicious selection of food. Free admission, donations gratefully received. www.bransbyhorses.co.uk or contact 01427 788464

Heritage

Enjoy a day out for the whole family at the Bransby Horses Autumn Fayre.

Sunday 23 September 1pm - 2.30pm

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

Great Seed Hunt

Take advantage of the autumn harvest by going on a seed hunt around the park to see what you can find. Then spend some time in the Visitors Centre planting your very own piece of Hartsholme in your hand made origami pot! £3.50 per child. Booking essential. 4 to 13 years, children must be accompanied.

Sunday 30 September

Race starts 9.30am

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Lincoln Half Marathon

Event includes Lincoln Mini Marathon for U17s as well as main adult race around the Cathedral Quarter with money raised for Cancer Research UK and the Ethan Maull ‘Up Yours to Cancer’ Foundation. Entry costs £32.50 (affiliated) or £34.50 (non-affiliated). www.osbevents.com/events/running/lincoln-half-marathon

Tuesday 2 October 7.30pm

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

The Nutcracker

Snow flurries, sweets, princes and magic, The Nutcracker is a seasonal favourite that continues to capture the hearts and imagination of all generations. Tickets. £28. Concessions £26. Children £20.

Heritage Second Sunday of each month TBA

Heritage Saturday 5 Monday 7 May

COGGLESFORD WATERMILL, EAST ROAD, SLEAFORD

Monthly Milling Days

The mill holds regular milling days on the second Sunday of each month. The dates for this season are: 8 April, 13 May, 10 June, 8 July, 12 August and 9 September

11am - 4.30pm

www.cogglesfordwatermill.co.uk

Friday 30 March - Sunday 2 September Mon-Fri 10am-5pm Sat/Sun 11am-5pm

GAInSBOROuGH OLD HALL

Historical Hall of Fame - Iconic film and TV costumes worm by the stars

Exclusive display of twelve TV and movie costumes from classics such as Shakespeare in Love, Elizabeth and Henry V, Poldark and Sharpe that were worn by Judi Dench, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kenneth Brannagh, Aiden Turner and Sean Bean.

LInCOLn CASTLE

Kings of the Sky! 100 years of military flying

Join us for three whole days of events to celebrate the Centenary of the RAF. With a full size replica Spitfire and a WW1 bi plane taking pride of place on the Castle lawns making a unique sight reflecting the City and County connections with the RAF. There's a uniformed re-enactment of the crew of a Lancaster Bomber, tunes and songs from WW2, and surprises too.

See the replica WWI tank on display at the Museum of Lincolnshire Life in May

Normal admission charges apply.

Friday 29 March Sunday 15 April

10am - 5pm

Friday 29 March Sunday 8 July 11am - 4.30pm (Weekends and

school holidays only)

Friday 30 March Monday 2 April 11am - 4.30pm

LInCOLn CASTLE

The Conqueror's Castle Easter Quest

Celebrating the 950th anniversary of Lincoln Castle, junior visitors are invited to seek out the clues to building a Castle with chocolate rewards for all. LInCOLn CASTLE

Dressed for Battle - Armour Handling

Complementing the displays of arms and armour at the Castle with a chance for junior visitors to try on medieval helmets and pose for selfies - show us your "Battle Face". GAInSBOROuGH OLD HALL

Fashion from the Past

Take a step back in time from the 15th to the 20th Centuries with Select Society as a duo of costumed interpreters share some of the secrets of historical fashion with fascinating short presentations throughout each day.

Saturday 5 Sunday 6 May

Normal admission charges apply.

Saturday 31 March Sunday 1 April 11am - 4.30pm

LInCOLn CASTLE

The Conqueror's Castle

Celebrating the 950th anniversary of Lincoln Castle. Work began under instruction from William the Conqueror, who after his victory at Hastings on 1066, set about imposing his rule across the Country. In 1068 the first castle was established and it wasn't long before King William visited Lincoln.

TBA

Saturday 12 May

CRAnWELL AVIATIOn HERITAGE MuSEuM, SOuTH RAuCEBy

Gallantry in the Air

1.45pm - 4pm

To mark the centenary of the Royal Air Force, Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum’s exhibition will commemorate the Royal Air Force crew who were decorated for their bravery during World War II. Many of the airmen featured in this exhibition gained the highest award for their valour with some of them paying the ultimate price.

10am - 4pm

Sunday 13 May

LInCOLnSHIRE ROAD TRAnSPORT MuSEuM, WHISBy ROAD, nORTH HykEHAM

11am to 4.30pm

Transport Festival

Bus service from city centre and Park & Ride service.

1.45pm - 4pm

Saturday 26 - Monday 28 May

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Museum Alive

Meet the Victorians; the Laundress and the Victorian Chemist and the printing press and the Co-op. There will even be a chance to buy a postcard and post it in Lincolnshire's oldest working letterbox.

11am to 4.30pm

BRACEBRIDGE HEATH VILLAGE HALL

Saturday 26 May Sunday 3 June

Lincoln Branch of Lincolnshire Family History Society

'Manor Court Rolls'- Speaker Dr Colin Chapman. Explaining the ancient manorial system from Norman to present times, often overlooked by family historians.

11am - 4.30pm

All welcome. Contact Tracey Fairhurst 07941245322.

Saturday 21 Sunday 22 April

11am - 4.30pm

Lincoln Branch of Lincolnshire Family History Society

E.R. Boston's Mysterious Photographer Speaker Pat Poomeroy The discovery of an interesting and unconventional life gleaned from using the Internet. All welcome. COGGLESFORD WATERMILL, EAST ROAD, SLEAFORD

National Mills Weekend

Cogglesford Watermill joins in with this national celebration as the mill rumbles into action, grinding its own stoneground flour. www.cogglesfordwatermill.co.uk

Adult £2.50. Child and concession £1. Family Ticket: £5.

Saturday 14 April

BRACEBRIDGE HEATH VILLAGE HALL

Contact Tracey Fairhurst on 07941 245322.

Visit www.lvvs.org.uk or contact 01522 500566.

Thursday 12 April

This replica WW1 Mk IV tank that featured on Channel 4's TV documentary was built to commemorate the centenary of the Battle of Cambrai and also reflects Lincoln's history of the birthplace of the tank from WW1. This static tank display is courtesy of Norfolk Tank Museum and NorthOne TV. Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child and concession: £1. Family Ticket: £5.00

www.cranwellaviation.co.uk

Sunday 1 April

WW1 Tank Replica from Channel 4's Guy Martin's Tank

LInCOLn CASTLE

Medieval Mounted Clash!

Cheer on your Champion! Armed and armoured 12th Century knights on foot and on horseback compete in a melee of swords and lances with deadly hand to hand combat. A supporting cast of Garrison soldiers from archers to men-at-arms, musicians and falconry will bring to life the scenes of medieval competition, combat and conflict. GAInSBOROuGH OLD HALL

King and Queen for the Day

Especially for half term and celebrating the TV and Film costumes on display in the "Historical Hall of Fame" exhibition, a chance for junior visitors to enjoy dressing up with a variety of children's costumes. Normal admission charges apply

LInCOLn CASTLE

Tuesday 29 May Sunday 3 June

Here Be Dragons

Come face to face with the deadly dragon at the Castle in our weekend in honour of St George. An alternative St George's weekend where the Victorian Prison yard becomes a place of refuge for dragons. With a cast of costumed characters and plenty of dragons for you to meet and make friends with.

11am - 4.30pm

LInCOLn CASTLE

Knight School

Especially for half term, the Victorian Prison Yard transforms into our medieval Knight School. Junior Knights can discover the skills needed to be a medieval Knight. Take part in sword drill, wear a medieval helmet and carry a shield. Choose your heraldry and practice your chivalry.

Heritage

Sunday 1 April Sunday 30 September

10am - 4pm

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Heritage

Heritage Sunday 24 June 11am

nAVIGATIOn HOuSE, CARRE STREET, SLEAFORD

Discovering the History of Sleaford

Back by popular demand! Join local historian, Simon Pawley as he joins Navigation House to discover the evolution of Sleaford’s wharf area. The Navigation Company ran out of money and how it dealt with this crisis would turn out to have a long-lasting influence on the future development of the town. Details at www.navigationhousesleaford.co.uk

Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 July

10am - 4pm

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Deeds Not Words - Votes for Women

A weekend of performance, demonstrations and costumed characters re-telling the story of suffragettes and the struggle for equality. On Saturday, Time Will Tell perform the tale with song and short performances. On Sunday, costume historian Meridith Towne demonstrates costume history. Story telling and children's green, white and purple rosette making daily. Adult: £2.50. Child & concession £1. Family Ticket £5.

Saturday 14 July

1.45 - 4pm

BRACEBRIDGE HEATH VILLAGE HALL

Lincoln Branch Of Lincolnshire Family History Society

Clive & Kath Richardson - 'The Woman Who Didn't Exist'Affected by WW1, the choices a mother had to make following the death of her husband. All welcome. Contact Tracey Fairhurst 07941 245322

Saturday 14 July Sunday 2 September

LInCOLn CASTLE

Castle of Legend

Celebrating the 950th anniversary of the Castle a series of summer events and activities including "Kingdom" A LEGO® Brick Show of Medieval Fantasy and Legend. There are also events each weekend. For details see www.lincolncastle.com

Thursday 26 July

11am - 4.30pm

Saturday 9 June

1.45pm - 4pm

11am - 4pm

Saturday 17 June

11am - 4.30pm

Lincoln Branch Of Lincolnshire Family History Society

10am - 4pm

Speaker Tom Lane, 'Lincolnshire Crime and Criminals' Stories of rich and poor folk's crimes and curious tales of highwaymen and poachers. All are welcome.

11am - 4.30pm

10am - 4pm

games hosted by our Victorian showman. Entertainment from Victorian times including Punch and Judy. Shop for sweets and seeing cards made on the vintage printing press.

Knight School for Dads

Saturday 4 - Sunday 5 August

Saturday August 11

QuAkER MEETInG HOuSE, BRAnT BROuGTOn

GAInSBOROuGH OLD HALL

1.45pm - 4pm

Speaker Wendy Gwatkin Introduction to the history and stories of the House and its people spanning 300 years.

LInCOLn CASTLE

Especially for Father's Day. Take your Dad to the Victorian Prison yard when our Knight and Lady can instruct him in the ways of medieval chivalry. Junior Knights welcome too to show the Dads how it's done.

11am - 4.30pm

Join Sharpe's Rifles!

With Sean Bean's uniform from Sharpe on display and especially for Father's Day, join the hall’s veteran of Wellington's victorious Waterloo. The soldier will tell tales of the battle and instruct all to join Wellington's army with drill and marching.

LInCOLn CASTLE

Grand Medieval Joust

Together with musicians, surgeon, jester and a cast of medieval characters this bank holiday brings together some of the best jousters in the country with a full supporting programme of medieval activity throughout the castle.

Lincoln Branch Of Lincolnshire Family History Society

All welcome. Contact Tracey Fairhurst 07941 245322

Thursday 16 August

LInCOLn CASTLE

10am - 4pm

Medieval Clash of Steel

Be immersed in the 15th Century, the time of the Wars of the Roses to see a Tournament of Knights competing on foot with swords, bows and poleaxes. This is the Age of High Chivalry, but tensions exist and although the Tournament is supposed to be a contest of peace, the event is a powder keg of simmering rivalries. A weekend of treachery, royal diplomacy, weapons, combat and competition.

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Victorian Summer

Wish you Were Here! Discover more about the Victorian tradition of visiting the seaside and taking in the sea air. Adult £2.50. Child & concession £1. Family Ticket £5.

Saturday 18 - Sunday 19 August

11am - 4.40pm

Details at www.lincolncastle.com

Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 June

Especially for the Historical Hall of Fame exhibition, discover the secrets of Queen Victoria's royal household. Have an audience with the Queen herself and learn how to meet and greet the Queen. Normal admission applies.

Adult: £2.50. Child & concession £1. Family Ticket £5.

Normal admission charges apply.

Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 June

Meet Queen Victoria and Her Butler

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE Thursday 26 July Thursday 2 August Victorian Summer Thursday 9 August Roll up! Roll up! Join in the fun this week with traditional

BRACEBRIDGE HEATH VILLAGE HALL

Contact Tracey Fairhurst on 07941 245322.

Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 June

GAInSBOROuGH OLD HALL

Thursday 23 August

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Midsummer Market at the Museum

10am - 4pm

An opportunity to buy high quality, handmade products specifically selected from local makers across the region.

LInCOLn CASTLE

Buffalo Bill's Wild West Horse Circus!

Step back in time to the turn of the Century for a recreation of part of Buffalo Bill's incredible Wild West show - once performed for Queen Victoria herself. See amazing stunts on horseback, jumps and leaps. MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Victorian summer

Experience the Victorian period by shopping for sweets and seeing cards made on the vintage printing press. That’s the way to do it! Victorian Punch & Judy puppet show performed throughout the day. Adult: £2.50. Child and concession: £1. Family Ticket £5.

Adult £2.50. Child & concession £1. Family Ticket £5.

Lincoln Castle

LEGO creations build a summer of legendary fun at Lincoln Castle

TO celebrate the 950th anniversary of Lincoln Castle being built a construction experience of a different kind can be experienced this summer “Kingdom” - a Lego ® brick display of legend. Visitors to the castle, built by William the Conqueror in 1068, can discover the Medieval Wall Walk, Victorian Prison and Magna Carta, but there will also be a whole summer of “Castle of Legend” events to complement “Kingdom”. The amazing Kingdom LEGO Brick show will be at the Castle from Saturday 14 July to Sunday 2 September. It’s a fabulous display of sword and sorcery. A fantastical quest with dragons, a wizard and a princess, all created in LEGO® Bricks. Find the princess and meet her friends from a medieval fantasyland inside Lincoln Castle’s Victorian Prison. Visitors will be able to see life-sized sculptures of Princess Orra, Abbra the Wizard, Sir Studley the Knight, Chester the Jester and Torre the Huntswoman, and be amazed by the huge dragon standing approximately 4m tall and 5m long, with glowing eyes and realistic sound effects. There will be an interactive Brick Pit and youngsters can also make their very own unique Knight model to take home for a small extra charge. Activities running along side Kingdom each weekend include of magnificent living statues from the ground-breaking Romanian Masca Theatre company to a School for Fools with the castle Jester. The Grand Medieval Joust on Saturday - Sunday, August 4 - 5 will allow visitors to feel the thunder of hooves and hear the clash of lance on steel armour as four brave Knights take part in the Sport of Kings. Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Horse Circus on Saturday - Sunday, August 18 - 19 recreates the famous show from the turn of the century including galloping cowboys, trick riding and amazing stunts on horseback. Friday 24 Sunday 27 August

Lincoln Asylum Steampunk Festival

10am - 4pm

11am - 4pm

Saturday 25 - Monday 27 August 10am - 4pm

10am - 4pm

LInCOLn CASTLE

Lincoln Asylum Steampunk Festival

11am - 4.30pm

Saturday 8 September

All day

LInCOLn CASTLE

Heritage Open Days

As part of Heritage Open Days there will be a series of guided tours in the Castle grounds and parts of the Castle not normally seen.

QuAkER MEETInG HOuSE BRAnT BROuGHTOn.

Lincoln Branch of Lincolnshire Family History Society

Members Only Annual Outing. After our introduction to the house last month, our chance to see this fascinating place for ourselves.

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Steampunk for Cogglings!

Visit www.lincolnshirefhs.org.uk for more details

Demonstrations of miniature marvellous engines, arts and craft activities and weird and wonderful games. Suitable for children and novices. Costumed or uncostumed visitors are all welcome.

Saturday 15 September

GAInSBOROuGH OLD HALL

Meet Elizabeth’s Executioner

Elizabeth I’s executioner has some grisly tales, but not too grisly for younger visitors. The hall’s executioner will tell tales and let you see his axe and sword.

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Heritage Open Day

All day

Annual celebration of the cathedral’s history.

Monday 1 October

LInCOLn CASTLE

10am - 4pm

Free entry.

Lincolnshire Day

To celebrate the rich history of the county and city, there will be a series of guided tours in the Castle grounds free of charge. Tours are at various times through the day. Please check the website nearer the date for exact times.

Admission prices apply.

Monday 27 August

Entertainment from Victorian times demonstrating the etiquette of picnicking with our elegant Victorian lady. Capture the sights of the Victorian period by shopping for sweets and seeing cards made on the vintage printing press.

Free of charge. Tours are at various times through the day. Please check the website nearer the date for exact times.

A weekend of imagination and creativity and at the Castle - where the Victorian and Edwardian past meets a future that never was, thousands of splendidly dressed participants will enjoy shows, demonstrations, music, fairground rides and much more.

Adult: £2.50. Child and concession: £1. Family Ticket £5.

Saturday 25 - Monday 27 August

Victorian Summer

Adult: £2.50. Child and concession: £1. Family Ticket £5.

Thursday 6 - Sunday 9 September

For further information about the Steampunk Festival and events and to purchase day and weekend tickets, visit www.asylumsteampunk.co.uk

Saturday 25 - Monday 27 August

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Saturday 20 - Sunday 28 October

LInCOLnSHIRE ROAD TRAnSPORT MuSEuM, WHISBy ROAD, nORTH HykEHAM

Bank Holiday - Car Running Day

11am -4pm

A chance to ride in some of our cars.

Visit www.lvvs.org.uk or contact 01522 500566.

LInCOLn CASTLE

Prison of Smells, Spooks & Stories

Step inside the Victorian Prison during half term and you will be sure to meet some unsavoury characters from Victorian England. Spooky Stories ... and Smelly stories. Discover for yourself with our scratch and sniff storytelling.

Heritage

All day

Thursday 30 August

BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

Gainsborough Old Hall

Iconic movie and TV costumes in Old Hall exhibition EXCLUSIVE to Gainsborough Old Hall this year Historical Hall of Fame is a selection of iconic costumes from historical films and television.

The costumes displayed are from popular programmes and films such as Shakespeare in Love, Elizabeth and Henry V. These will be the actual costumes as worn by the lead actors Judi Dench, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kenneth Brannagh. Also among the 12 costumes on display from March 30 - September 2 will be Helena Bonham Carter’s costume from Suﬀragette, which reflects the centenary of Votes for Women this year. Other costumes include uniforms worn by Aiden Turner in Poldark and Sean Bean in Sharpe, and the uniform costume worn by Kirstin Scott Thomas from Darkest Hour. Covering a span of time from the 15th Century to the 20th Century these costumes bring to life those films of epic moments of British history both fact and fiction - but all have authenticity in common. Gainsborough Old Hall provides a beautiful and historic backdrop for these costumes, having witnessed each of the periods in history represented by the costumes on display; and the exhibition is sure to be a highlight of a visit to one of the greatest medieval great Halls in the country. Throughout the display duration will be a series of special events inspired by the costumes. Exhibition highlights include; Fashion from the Past - Friday 30 March 30 - Monday 2 April; King & Queen for the Day Children’s Dressing up for Half Term Saturday 26 May - Sun 3 June; Join Sharpe’s Rifles on Sunday 17 June; Meet Queen Victoria and her Butler on Thursday 26 July and Meet Elizabeth’s Executioner over the weekend of Saturday 25 Monday 27 August. For more details see under the Old Hall’s listings in our Heritage Section.

Learning & Culture

Galleries

Galleries Runs until Sunday 7 May 10am - 4pm

A Talk by Wolfgang Buttress, who created The Hive in Kew Gardens

THE COLLECTIOn

From the Land - Henry Moore, Ewen Henderson & other artists

Marking the 800th anniversary of the Charter of the Forest, which gave the common man rights to glean from royal land and this key to the work of the lead artists in the show: the celebrated British sculptor Henry Moore and innovative ceramic artist Ewen Henderson. Admission. Adults £5 Concessions and students £4. Children £3. Family tickets available.

Monday 9 April 10.30am

THE COLLECTIOn AuDITORIuM

A Talk by Wolfgang Buttress Engaging the Senses

New Monday Art Group is hosting this talk from the famous award-winning artist who created The Hive in Kew Gardens. Email Hilary Bower hilbower@me.com

Saturday 17 March Thursday 22 April

HARDInG HOuSE GALLERy, STEEP HILL, LInCOLn

Tuesday 27 March Sunday 8 April

SAM SCORER GALLERy

Tuesday 10 April Sunday 22 April

SAM SCORER GALLERy

Tuesday 24 April Sunday 6 May

SAM SCORER GALLERy

Saturday 5 May Saturday 2 June

HARDInG HOuSE GALLERy, STEEP HILL, LInCOLn

Monday 7 May Sunday 20 May

SAM SCORER GALLERy

10am - 4pm daily

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Tuesday 22 May Sunday 3 June

SAM SCORER GALLERy

Saturday 26 May - Sunday 9 September

THE COLLECTIOn

10am - 4pm daily

The Contemporary Crafts Network

Spring Exhibition unique work created using a range of materials.

Nadin Group bright varied painting

Free Admission. For further details visit www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Leszek Dabrowski and new Friends

Free Admission. For further details visit www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Lisa Mitchell photography

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

10am - 4pm daily

Gill Vines

Solo exhibition of lively paintings in vibrant colours and the artist's unique loose style.

Work inspired by the Time and Tide Bells Project

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

10am - 4pm daily

10am - 4pm

Bastion in the Air

Coinciding with the Centenary of the RAF - The exhibition focuses on the rising threat to Britain from air attacks by airships and aircraft, and on the British response, including the formation of the RAF in 1918.

10am - 4pm

THE COLLECTIOn

Zig Zag

Works with the idea of the ‘Decoy’- things that were set up deliberately to deceive reconnaissance planes. We will create an installation, within the Usher Gallery, using images that will digitally create new ‘fake’ landscapes.

Saturday 9 June Saturday 14 July

HARDInG HOuSE GALLERy, STEEP HILL, LInCOLn

Tuesday 5 June Sunday 17 June

SAM SCORER GALLERy

10am - 4pm daily

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Tuesday 19 June Monday 2 July

SAM SCORER GALLERy

10am - 4pm daily

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Monday 16 July Sunday 29 July

SAM SCORER GALLERy

10am - 4pm daily

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Saturday 21 July Wednesday 25 August

HARDInG HOuSE GALLERy, STEEP HILL, LInCOLn

Tuesday 31 July Sunday 12 August

SAM SCORER GALLERy

We Are So Small...

Denise Hawthorne and Friends

Jane Wright Photography

Summer Exhibition

Work by invited artists in a variety of media.

Ropewalk Gallery

10am - 4pm daily

Humberside’s Ropewalk Gallery comes to Lincoln.

Tuesday 14 Sunday 26 August

SAM SCORER GALLERy

10am - 4pm daily

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Tuesday 28 August

SAM SCORER GALLERy

Sunday 9 September 10am - 4pm daily

Admission charged.

Saturday 26 May Sunday 9 September

SAM SCORER GALLERy

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Contemporary Craft Network

Caroline Matthaei and Willhelm Smith

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

Saturday 1 Sunday 30 September

HARDInG HOuSE GALLERy, STEEP HILL, LInCOLn

Tuesday 11 September Sunday 23 September

SAM SCORER GALLERy

Printers Inc.

Work by printmakers Harriet Brand, Jackie Mills, and Janet Wain.

Steve Cook

Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

10am - 4pm daily

Kevin Wallhead's latest exhibition of his unique glass work.

Saturday 29 September Sunday 6 January

Artescape Trust

10am - 4pm

Saturday 6 October Sunday 4 November

Lincolnshire Artists Society Summer Show Free Admission. Contact www.samscorergallery.co.uk

THE COLLECTIOn

The David P J Ross Collection

An exhibition of works from the personal collection of David P J Ross composed of significant 20th Century British artists. HARDInG HOuSE GALLERy, STEEP HILL, LInCOLn

Tydd Pottery and Friends

A show of ceramics and more...

Learning & Culture

Students from the 70s College of Art return

Tuesday 3 July Sunday 15 July

Learning & Culture

Arts & Crafts

Arts & Crafts Sunday 25 March

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

1pm - 3.30pm

Learn how to make a garden obelisk out of willow for your climbing plants. Meet at the Visitor Centre, Hartsholme Country Park, Skellingthorpe Road, Lincoln LN6 0EY Charge TBC. Booking essential.

Saturday 31 March and Sunday 1 April

RuSkInGTOn VILLAGE HALL

Willow Obelisk Workshop for Adults

Joint Art Exhibition and Sale

All original art work. Tea coffee and cakes available all day. Free parking.

10am - 4pm

£1 entry accompanied children free under 16. Contact Treasurer, Sheena Lazenby on 01526 378092 or email sheenaelazenby@hotmail.com

Saturday 31 March

WATERSIDE SHOPPInG CEnTRE, LInCOLn

9am - 5.30pm

Craft Fair in association with the County Crafts Association.

Thursday 5 April

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

10am - 4pm

£2 per craft.

Various days throughout the summer

THE BEEHIVE, ST MARTInS LAnE, LInCOLn

10am - 1pm

Join Nick Sharratt’s Big Draw-Along

Craft Fair

Vintage Victorian Crafts

Craft Workshops

Suitable for beginners, learn the skills and techniques for a variety of crafts. All materials included. Beehive workshops offer Bath Bomb Making, Button Image in a Frame, Liberty Fabric Jewellery Workshop, Needle Felting, Wool Painting and Crochet Jewellery Making, Contemporary Embroidery and Jewellery Making. This is just a selection of what is available throughout the summer programme.

Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 June 10am - 4pm

From £15 per person depending on the workshop. Please use contact details for full programme. Pop into the store or email joannatownell@outlook.com

Saturday 7 April

2pm - 5pm

THE BEEHIVE, ST MARTIn’S LAnE, LInCOLn

Wire wrapped tree of life workshop

2pm

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

Nick Sharratt’s Big Draw-Along

Join this much-loved children’s writer and illustrator in a family-friendly, fun filled draw-along for all ages. Followed by a book signing. Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on! Age 6+.

Craft Fair

Craft Fair in association with the County Crafts Association.

Sunday 20 May

HARTSHOLME COunTRy PARk

1pm - 3.30pm

WATERSIDE SHOPPInG CEnTRE, LInCOLn

Craft Fair

Thursday 31 May

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Nettleham Art Group

14th Annual Art Exhibition Over 200 paintings by local artists on display, most for sale, also cards. Donation to St Barnabas Hospice. LInCOLn CATHEDRAL CHAPTER HOuSE

Art Exhibition

Week 10am - 4pm Sunday 1pm - 3pm

Exhibition for Lincoln East Art Group.

Monday 6 August Saturday 18 August

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL CHAPTER HOuSE

Free entry with normal admission to the cathedral.

Embroidery Exhibition Embroidery Exhibition

Free with normal entry charge to the Cathedral this exhibition features 44 pieces of contemporary and traditional pieces. LInCOLn CATHEDRAL CHAPTER HOuSE

Exhibition by Mixed Palette

A display of original paintings, prints, cards and stained glass work.

Saturday 25 August

WATERSIDE SHOPPInG CEnTRE, LInCOLn

9am - 5.30pm

Craft Fair in association with the County Crafts Association.

Monday 3 - Saturday 8 September

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL CHAPTER HOuSE

From 12noon

Craft Fair

Exhibition of Lincolnshire Churches

14th Annual Art Exhibition Lincoln Camera Club’s showcase of photographs of churches around the county. Free with normal entry charge to the cathedral.

Mad Scientists

Crafty fun for families. All your budding little, mad scientists are welcome! £2 per craft.

10am - 4pm

THE OLD SCHOOL, nETTLEHAM (nEAR CHuRCH)

Craft Fair

Free with normal entry charge to the cathedral.

Learn how to use willow and tissue paper to make a lamp. Meet at the Visitor Centre, Hartsholme Country Park, Skellingthorpe Road, Lincoln LN6 0EY

Craft Fair in association with the County Crafts Association.

Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 June

Friday 13 July

Willow Lantern Workshop for Adults

9am - 5.30pm

10am - 4pm

Craft Fair in association with the County Crafts Association.

Monday 19 - Friday 31 August

Charge TBC. Booking is essential.

Saturday 26 May

9am - 5.30pm

WATERSIDE SHOPPInG CEnTRE, LInCOLn

9am - 5.30pm

Adult: £2.50. Child and concession: £1. Family Ticket £5. WATERSIDE SHOPPInG CEnTRE, LInCOLn

Monday 30 July Sunday 5 August

Running Time: 1 hour (no interval) Tickets: £8 Adult. £5 Child.

Saturday 28 April

An opportunity to buy high quality, handmade products specifically selected from local makers across the region.

Free admission. Contact 01522 753558.

£20 per person. Please use contact details for full programme. Pop into the store or email joannatownell@outlook.com

Thursday 12 April

Midsummer Market at the Museum

Saturday 30 June

2pm - 4pm

Learn the basics of wire wrapping and create your own wire and crystal tree of life pendant. All materials included. Suitable for beginners.

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Midsummer Market at the Museum

An opportunity to buy high quality, handmade products specifically selected from local makers across the region.

Saturday 29 September

WATERSIDE SHOPPInG CEnTRE, LInCOLn

9am - 5.30pm

Craft Fair in association with the County Crafts Association.

Thursday 25 October

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

10am - 4pm

Adult: £2.50. Child and concession: £1. Family Ticket £5.

Craft Fair

Ghosts at the Museum Crafty fun for families. £2 per craft.

Bishop Grosseteste University

Learning at heart of the community FOR more than 150 years Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) has been an integral part of the Lincoln community. Deep in the heart of this historic city, just a few minutes’ walk from the Castle and Cathedral, it has evolved from its humble roots as an Anglican teacher training college into a TEF Gold rated institution, and the top university in the East Midlands for widening participation. Beginning life in 1862 as a teacher training college for women, it was renamed Bishop Grosseteste College (in honour of Robert Grosseteste the thirteenth century scientist, philosopher, educator, and Bishop of Lincoln) to mark its centenary in 1962. Over the years it has continued to grow, and now, as Bishop Grosseteste University, it educates over 2,000 students in subjects ranging from drama to psychology from foundation degree level to PhD, and much more in between. Though much at Bishop Grosseteste University has changed in the course of this progression, its commitment to providing first-class education and turning out graduates of the highest calibre who go out into the world to change people’s lives

for the better has never wavered. From top-of-the-line teaching and study facilities, to an on-site cinema, BGU has worked hard to ensure that the beautiful and peaceful campus has everything a student could need to succeed. More importantly, at the heart of all these services, BGU boasts a team of educators and staff dedicated to advancement of their students through academic, professional and emotional support whenever and wherever it might be required. Widely recognised for its consistently high employability and student satisfaction rates, Bishop Grosseteste University is committed to being a leader in learning, to inspire excellence, innovation and to enrich the lives of its students, staff and the communities it serves. You can experience everything Bishop Grosseteste University has to offer, and see why students rate it so highly, at an upcoming Open Day. All dates and information can be found at www.bishopg.ac.uk/opendays or simply contact the Enquiries Team at enquiries@bishopg.ac.uk to discuss what Bishop Grosseteste University has in store for you. See also under our Learning listings

Learning & Culture

Learning

Monday,Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 10.30-15.00

Wednesday

12.30pm-3pm

Saturday

WITHAM PARk HOuSE

Lincoln Toy Library

A brilliant resource for soft and sensory play in a safe, calm environment and over 900 toys that can be hired by our members at very low cost. Waterside South, Lincoln LN5 7JN

10am-1pm

01522 546215 or email toylibrary@childrenslinks.org.uk

Saturday 24 March

WILLIAM FARR SCHOOL, WELTOn

7 Gold Medal Gardens - Adam Frost

1.30pm

Lincolnshire Hardy Planters. Contact Diane Puncheon

Saturday 31 March

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Philosophy Café

Uplifting and inspiring, challenging and rewarding, join us for our monthly afternoons of informal discussion and conversation. This week’s theme is ‘Is there such a thing as unconditional forgiveness?’ Tickets free

Thursday 12 April

ROBERT HARDy BuILDInG, BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

RSPB Wildlife Lecture

7.30pm - 9.45pm

Oman: Land of a Thousand Eagles presented by Chris Ward. Tickets £3 for RSPB National members, £4 non-members

Wednesday 18 April

unIVERSITy OF LInCOLn

Join UCAS experts, university and college representatives, and industry professionals at this unique, campus-based event hosted at the University of Lincoln. www.ucas.com

Thursday

unIVERSITy OF LInCOLn

6pm

Monday 23 April - Saturday 5 May 9.30am - 3.30pm

Tuesday 24 April and Wednesday 13 June Thursday 6 September 10am-3pm

Saturday 28 April 2.30pm

7.30pm

Thursday 10 May

7.30pm - 9.45pm

Saturday 19 May

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Philosophy Café

2.30pm

Uplifting and inspiring, challenging and rewarding, join us for our monthly afternoons of informal discussion and conversation. This week’s theme is ‘Can we ever ‘work through’ the regrets in our lives?’ Tickets free

Thursday 31 May

THE VEnuE, BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

An Audience with Tracy Borman

7.30pm

Presenting Elizabeth’s Women: the hidden story of the Virgin Queen. This talk will explore the fascinating relationships that Elizabeth 1 had with the women that influenced her most. Tickets - £7.50 from www.bishopg.ac.uk/events

Wednesday 6 June

unIVERSITy OF LInCOLn

9.30- 1.30pm

PG Taster Day

A Postgraduate Taster Day at the University of Lincoln is an opportunity to take part in a free workshop or lecture in a Master's level subject of your choice within a vibrant academic learning environment. www.lincoln.ac.uk/opendays

Enjoy An Evening with Mark Beaumont ahead of the year’s Festival of Cycling.

Great Lives guest lecture - John Sergeant

Award-winning journalist and Honorary Graduate of the University of Lincoln, John Sergeant, returns to Lincoln to talk about his career highlights and offers an insight into his role at the forefront of broadcasting. Admission free. Prior booking essential via: www.lincoln.ac.uk/events LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Jewish Living Experience Exhibition

This project aims to combat misconceptions and stereotypes in the furthering of good community relations. Free with cathedral entry price. DODDInGTOn HALL

Hand-Tied Bouquets

Learn how to design and make hand-tied bouquets using seasonal flowers and other seasonal pieces. Tea/coffee/lunch and all flowers are included. £110. Booking Essential 07758 730462 www.catkinflowers.com LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Philosophy Café

Uplifting and inspiring, challenging and rewarding, join us for our monthly afternoons of informal discussion and conversation. This week’s theme is ‘Are traditional parental roles still relevant?’ Tickets free

Wednesday 9 May

Indoor Plant Fair

Lincolnshire Hardy Planters. Special Plants from local nurseries. Contact Diane Puncheon via email lincs@hardy-plant.org.uk @lincshps Admission 50p

Lincolnshire UCAS HE Fair

10am - 2.30pm

WILLIAM FARR SCHOOL, WELTOn

10am to 12noon

lincs@hardy-plant.org.uk @lincshps www.hardy-plant.org.uk

2.30pm

19 April

Saturday 12 May

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

An Evening with Mark Beaumont

Lincoln Bike night presents this opening event for the Lincoln Festival of Cycling. In 2017, Mark completed his second global circumnavigation. 10 years ago this 18,000 miles World Record took over half a year. This time Mark set out to pedal Around The World in 80 Days, and smashed the previous World Record by a staggering 44 days. Mark will share this inspirational journey with a combination of stories, video and imagery. Tickets from £12

Saturday 9 June

BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

11am

Come along to an Open Day and find out more about BGU. Explore our beautiful campus and get all your questions answered. www.bishopg.ac.uk/opendays

Saturday 30 June

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

2.30pm

ROBERT HARDy BuILDInG, BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

Wednesday 4 July 4 - 7.30 pm

RSPB AGM and Wildlife Lecture

The story of RSPB Frampton Marsh by Chris Andrews. This is followed by the group’s AGM for national members only. Find the group’s summer trips out and local walks at www.lincolnrspb.org.uk

Open Day

Philosophy Café

Uplifting and inspiring, challenging and rewarding, join us for our monthly afternoons of informal discussion and conversation. This week’s theme is ‘What is success?’ Tickets free unIVERSITy OF LInCOLn

PG Taster Evening

University at the heart of city life

University of Lincoln

ONE of the world’s great small cities, Lincoln is a melting pot of history and modern living, from the spectacular Lincoln Cathedral to the buzzing Brayford waterfront, which is home to the University of Lincoln’s inspiring campus.

Lives series. And in October TV presenter and naturalist Chris Packham, a Visiting Professor at the University of Lincoln, will explore the wild side of Halloween in a public talk. These popular events are completely free to attend although prior booking is essential (see below).The campus is also home to The Engine Shed, the largest live music and entertainments venue in Lincoln, and the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre.

With a fusion of state-of-the-art academic facilities and thoughtfully renovated historic buildings, the University has won a string of awards for its campus investments. Just last year two major new buildings named after two of Lincolnshire’s most famous sons and daughters - the Sarah Swift Building and the Isaac Newton Building - were opened along with new waterfront accommodation for students.

Whether you are interested in viewing the modern architecture, enjoying a drink and bite to eat in one of the many cafes and eating spots around campus, or taking in a show, the University of Lincoln will be happy to welcome you to its campus.

The campus’s welcoming environment is peppered with cafes and eateries. Visitors can enjoy a stroll along the Brayford Pool, and take in views of the waterfront, castle and cathedral, and meet the local waterfowl which waddle along the pathways snaking through the waterside campus. The friendly campus is open to the public all year round - and there is plenty to make a visit to campus worthwhile.

Find out what’s on at the University of Lincoln at www.lincoln.ac.uk/events or, if you’re interested in exploring study options too, book on to an Open Day at www.lincoln.ac.uk/opendays

In April 2018, the University of Lincoln will host a free-to-attend public lecture by award-winning journalist and Honorary graduate of the University, John Sergeant. The talk is part of the University’s Great Lives series, which gives an insight into the achievements of leading influential figures and recognisable faces from backgrounds such as the arts, business and economics, politics, health and science. The following month, Dame Carol Ann Duﬀy, the first woman to hold the post of Poet Laureate in its near 350-year history, will also give a talk in the Great

Learning & Culture

Learning Wednesday 11 July

BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

11am

Come along to an Open Day and find out more about BGU. Explore our beautiful campus and get all your questions answered. www.bishopg.ac.uk/opendays

Friday 13 -Saturday 14 July

unIVERSITy OF LInCOLn

10am

Tuesday 17 July

9.30am -12.30pm

Saturday 21 July 2.30pm

Tracy Borman discusses the women in Queen Bess’ life

Open Day

Open Days

University of Lincoln Open Days are a chance to explore all that the University has to offer with the opportunity to meet staff and students and tour the award-winning facilities and campus. www.lincoln.ac.uk/opendays DODDInGTOn HALL

Garden Talk & Practical

Thursday 12 September

Spend a morning with our Kitchen Gardener, Laurent Murray, learning about soil management and recommended practices. £20 per person (RHS members: £16). Booking essential 01522 694308 www.doddingtonhall.com

10am - 4.30pm

Monday

Philosophy Café

10 - Friday

Uplifting and inspiring, challenging and rewarding, join us for our monthly afternoons of informal discussion and conversation. This week’s theme is ‘What is the meaning of retirement?’ Tickets free

14 September Various times

John Sergeant is at the University of Lincoln on April 19.

Come along to an Open Day and find out more about BGU. Explore our beautiful campus and get all your questions answered. www.bishopg.ac.uk/opendays

Friday 17 Sunday 19 August

unIVERSITy OF LInCOLn

All day

Friday 24 August

9.30am - 12.30pm

Saturday 25 August 2.30pm

CATHEDRAL QuARTER

University of Lincoln Graduation Ceremonies

The University of Lincoln's annual graduation ceremonies take place in the magnificent setting of Lincoln Cathedral, with around 3,000 students donning cap and down to receive their degrees surrounded by friends and family.

Clearing Open House

An opportunity to view the facilities at the University of Lincoln and speak to staff and students for anyone considering their higher education options following A-Level results day. www.liincoln.ac.uk/opendays DODDInGTOn HALL

Saturday 22 September

BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

Come along to an Open Day and find out more about BGU. Explore our beautiful campus and get all your questions answered. www.bishopg.ac.uk/opendays

Monday 24 - Saturday 29 September

MOST EVEnTS AT THE COLLECTIOn

Uplifting and inspiring, challenging and rewarding, join us for our monthly afternoons of informal discussion and conversation. This week’s theme is ‘How valuable is the role of play in our lives?’ Tickets free

A week-long celebration of some of Britain's finest history writing and historical fiction. The festival proudly places history at its heart with headline author events fronted by acclaimed historians, novelists, broadcasters and academics, as well as writers' workshops, schools activities and local history talks. Tickets via Lincoln Drill Hall Box Office www.lincolnbookfestival.org unIVERSITy OF LInCOLn

Open day

Tuesday 2 October

DODDInGTOn HALL

Garden Talk & Practical

9.30am-12.30pm

Learn how to prune your garden shrubs and roses with a lesson from our Head Gardener, David Logan. £25 per person (RHS members: £20). Booking essential 01522 694308 www.doddingtonhall.com

Saturday 13 October

BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

Open Day

11am

Come along to an Open Day and find out more about BGU. Explore our beautiful campus and get all your questions answered. www.bishopg.ac.uk/opendays

Sunday 14 October

unIVERSITy OF LInCOLn

Open day

10am

Saturday 27 October

unIVERSITy OF LInCOLn

10am

Lincoln Book Festival

10am

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Philosophy Café

Open Day

11am

Garden Practical

Learn how to propagate plants from your own garden using cuttings and seeds with a lesson from our Head Gardener, David Logan. £25 per person (RHS members: £20). Booking essential 01522 694308 www.doddingtonhall.com

RSPB Wildlife Lecture

Golden Birding Moments presented by Jim Almond, otherwise known as the Shropshire Birder. We all have them! Jim as a new speaker to our group.

Saturday 29 September

Open Day

ROBERT HARDy BuILDInG, BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

7.30pm - 9.45pm

Various Times

11am

Join Rachel from Catkin and find out everything you need to know about growing flowers for cutting. Tea/coffee/lunch and seeds are included.

Admission by ticket only for graduates and guests.

Thursday 13 September

Friday 17 August

How to Grow Cut Flowers

£80. Booking Essential 07758 730462 www.catkinflowers.com

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy

DODDInGTOn HALL

Open day

Learning & Culture Friday 23 March 12noon

Literary Friday 29 June

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lunchtime Literature Talk with Dr Jane Mackay

Join Dr Mackay as she discusses Arthur Miller’s The Crucible.

12 noon

Stay to watch the 1996 film adaptation at 2pm. Tickets talk only £6.50/talk & film £10

Thursday 29 March 8pm

8pm

Friday 27 April 12 noon

The WORD Theatre

Friday 27 July

The WORD theatre brings the biggest, most exciting, and relevant spoken word artists to our stunning stage. Headliner, Jay Hulme with support from Cullen Marshall.

12 noon

7.30pm

The WORD Theatre

The WORD theatre brings the biggest, most exciting, and relevant spoken word artists to our stunning stage. Headliner TBA. Tickets £10. Student £7.

Friday 31 August 12 noon

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lunchtime Literature Talk and Film with Dr Jane Mackay

12 noon

Monday 24 - Saturday 29 September Various Times

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

The Life and Rhymes of Benjamin Zephaniah

Unable to read and write at school, Benjamin Zephaniah became one of Britain’s most remarkable poets. In this inspiring show, he’ll explain how he has fought injustice and discrimination, and sharing some of favourite stories and poems.

Thursday 18 October 7.30pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lunchtime Literature Talk and Film with Dr Jane Mackay

7pm

Lunchtime Literature Talk and Film with Dr Jane Mackay

Join Dr Mackay as she discusses F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby.

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lunchtime Literature Talk and Film with Dr Jane Mackay

Lunchtime Literature Talk & Film with Dr Jane Mackay Join Dr Mackay as she discusses Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa’s The Leopard.

EVEnTS MAInLy AT THE COLLECTIOn

Lincoln Book Festival

A week-long celebration of some of Britain’s finest history writing and historical fiction. Headline events will be fronted by acclaimed historians, novelists, broadcasters and academics with writers’ workshops, school activities and local history talks. www.lincolnbookfestival.org.uk nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

An Evening with Sir Michael Parkinson

This show celebrates the life and career of a man who has interviewed over 2000 of the most important cultural figures. Tickets £28.50.

Saturday 24 March

Join Dr Mackay as she discusses Virginia Woolf’s Mrs Dalloway. Tickets talk only £6.50. Talk & Film £10.

Thursday 28 June

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Stay to watch the 1963 film adaptation at 2pm. Tickets talk only £6.50. Talk & Film £10.

Join Dr Mackay as she discusses Fyodor Dostoevsky’s The Brothers Karamazov.

Tickets from £12.

Friday 1 June

Join Dr Mackay as she discusses Gustav Flaubert’s Madame Bovary.

Stay to watch a film adaptation at 2pm. Tickets talk only £6.50. Talk & Film £10.

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Stay to watch the 1958 film adaptation at 2pm. Tickets talk only £6.50. Talk & Film £10.

Friday 31 May

Lunchtime Literature Talk and Film with Dr Jane Mackay Stay to watch the film adaptation at 2pm. Tickets talk only £6.50. Talk & Film £10.

nEW THEATRE ROyAL LInCOLn

Ticket. £10. Student £7.

Thursday 19 April

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

7pm

LInCOLn PERFORMInG ARTS CEnTRE

SlamJam Final

LInDuM BOOkS, 4 BAILGATE, LInCOLn Ln1 3AE

Laura Carlin Talk & Signing - The Wicked Cometh

A debut novel being compared to The Essex Serpent; the year is 1831... Tickets £4 including a glass of wine or soft drink

Friday 4 May 7pm

LInDuM BOOkS, 4 BAILGATE, LInCOLn Ln1 3AE

ES Thomson Talk & Signing - The Blood

A literary thriller set in Victorian London, highly atmospheric and darkly Gothic, featuring a woman in disguise in a man’s world, who hides a terrible secret. Tickets £4 including a glass of wine or soft drink

Learning & Culture

The Life and Rhymes of Benjamin Zephaniah will inspire audiences.

Brayford Pool

An eye on the Brayford Pool

LINCOLN’S striking Brayford Pool is not only recognised as England’s oldest inland harbour, but it’s also one of the city’s best loved attractions. Over the past two decades it has grown into an area which is central to the city’s prosperity with great bars and restaurants lining the beautiful water’s edge. And, whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two or a drink with your old friends in the spring sunshine, the Brayford is well known as a favourite destination for visitors to Lincoln. The range of restaurants on oﬀer is extensive, with well-known Italian chains such as Prezzo, Ask Italian and Zizzi on the waterfront amongst the likes of Harvester, Handmade Burger Co and Nando’s and, on the water itself, Wagamama. To align with its charming qualities, the area also hosts some of the city’s top drinking spots such as the Royal William IV which features seats out in the sun next to the water for ultimate relaxation. A few doors down, the Square Sail is a venue to suit every budget whilst the Doubletree by Hilton serves elegance through a host of desirable cocktails and its delightful waterfront balcony.

The city’s Odeon cinema is situated on the waterfront and screens the latest in blockbuster films, with a Costa Coffee and Ben and Jerry’s to dish up your favourite treats before the film begins. Add to these the recent renovation and development at One the Brayford, creating one of the city’s premium addresses. The area is also home to some of the city’s best accommodation with the Doubletree by Hilton and Holiday Inn on the Brayford offering some of the best views that the city has to offer. However, not all the fun takes place on the waterside, with the Brayford Belle operating boat trips on the water itself from Easter to October, offering exceptional scenes of the city on its journey.

A selection of events take place on the waterfront each year, with 2018 events including Lincoln BIG Mini Day on 15 April, Classic Car Rally on 22 April and Bike Fest on 10 June.

Steampunk - Weekend at the Asylum

Welcome to the asylum THE biggest and longest-running Steampunk festival on Earth returns to Lincoln this summer and will be celebrating its 10th anniversary. Taking place over an extended August Bank Holiday weekend (between 24 27 August) the festival includes exhibitions, parades, duelling championships, wacky racing, a food court and the Illicit Market. For four glorious days, the historic streets of Lincoln will throng with thousands of splendidly dressed Steampunks enjoying a festival which combines art, music, fashion and fun. Venues include Lincoln Castle, Lincoln Cathedral, Westgate Academy, Bailgate and Bishop Grosseteste university.

For more information visit asylumsteampunk.co.uk

Days Out Sunday 1 April Sunday 30 September

Saturday 9 June

DODDInGTOn HALL

Summer at Doddington Hall

The Hall and Gardens open to the public, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays.

12 noon - 4.30pm

House & Garden admission applies. See website for details. Contact 01522 694308 or visit www.doddingtonhall.com

Sunday 8 April

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

10am - 4pm

Days Out Opens 8pm Walk starts at 10pm

10am - 4pm

Countryside Lincs

A fun-packed extravaganza all about food, farming and the countryside during the Easter Holidays.

Sunday 10 June

10am - 5pm

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Museum Alive

10am - 4pm

Saturday 23 June

Gates open 5.30pm for 6.15pm start

BRAyFORD WATERFROnT

Lincoln BIG Mini Day

Hundreds of Minis line the Brayford Waterfront for a fantastic display of cars in Lincoln’s most vibrant are.

Friday 29 June Sunday 1 July

Free

Sunday 22 April

10am - 4pm

BRAyFORD WATERFROnT

The Classic Car Rally

TBA

Classic Cars amazingly loved and restored are displayed along Lincoln’s Brayford Waterfront. Free

Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 May 10am - 4pm

St Barnabas is encouraging the public to grab the girls AND bring the blokes to what promises to be the biggest and best Moonlight Walk to date.

BRAyFORD WATERFROnT

Bike Fest

Bikers from across the Lincoln area come together for a day of music and entertainment along side a display of motorbikes. Free. www.bransbyhorses.co.uk or phone 01427 788464.

Sunday 15 April

Moonlight Walk Lincoln

Contact Event Fundraiser, Laura Stones at laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk or 01522 544516

Tickets. Adults £7 (£8 on the day). Children (5-16) £4 (£5). Under 5s free. Family ticket (2 adults and up to 2 children £18 (£20).

Thursday 12 April

BISHOP GROSSETESTE unIVERSITy LOnGDALES ROAD, LInCOLn Ln1 3Dy

BRAnSBy HORSES, BRAnSBy, LInCOLn Ln1 2PH

Proms in the Paddock

Pistons in the Park - Classic Edition

A TR Register International Weekend - found in 1970 the TR Register is one of the most successful one-make cars clubs in the world. Thousands of members are expected at the showground. For further details and ticket information vist www.pistonsinthepark.co.uk

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

WW1 Tank Replica from Channel 4's Guy Martin's Tank

Lincoln Dragon Boat Race

This replica WW1 Mk IV tank featured on Channel 4's TV documentary was built to commemorate the centenary of the Battle of Cambrai and also reflects Lincoln's history of the birthplace of the tank from WW1. This static tank display is courtesy of Norfolk Tank Museum and NorthOne TV. Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child & concession £1. Family Ticket: £5.

Saturday 12 May 10:30am

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Inflatable Colour Dash

The Colour Dash is back and inflating to new heights with an exciting twist! The paint stations will be joining forces with a new inflatable obstacle. It is sure to be the biggest and brightest colour dash yet! The 5K untimed fun run will see entrants showered from head to toe in a vibrant colour. Contact , Laura Stones at laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk or 01522 544516

Thursday 24 - Saturday 26 May From 6pm

LInCOLn DRILL HALL

Lincoln Camra Beer Festival 2018

Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 July

10am - 4pm

Iris Week

Sunday 27 & Bank Holiday Monday 28 May

DODDInGTOn HALL

10am - 4pm

A Vintage Affair

Live music across the Estate, vintage hairdressers and a classic car display. Stalls including; clothing, vinyl, jewellery and collectables.

TBA

Scoot to the Waterfront

Scooters from across the country will arrive on the Brayford for a day of custom shows, live music and concluding with a Ride Out at 4pm Free

Saturday 14 July Sunday 2 September

LInCOLn CASTLE

TBA

Castle of Legend

£1pp (children under 14 years free) Visit www.doddingtonhall.com or phone 01522 694308

Sunday 3 June

BRAyFORD WATERFROnT

10am - 5pm

The famous Doddington Iris display in the romantic setting of the Walled West Garden. Daily, excluding Saturday 2 June. Garden admission applies. www.doddingtonhall.com 01522 694308

A weekend of performance, demonstrations and costumed characters retelling the story of suffragettes and the struggle for equality.

Saturday 21 July 12 noon

DODDInGTOn HALL

The Giant Lincoln Sportive

A great day out for the family, leisure cyclists and competitors looking for a challenge with 3 rides available.

BRAyFORD WATERFROnT

Lincoln Dragon Boat Race

Local teams will take to the water, watched by several hundred spectators. Crews race the thirty foot brightly painted Chinese boats over a 200m course along the Brayford Pool. For all enquiries, contact Alex Bennett at Ringrose Law on 01529 301300

See website for full details at www.doddingtonhall.com or phone 01522 694308.

Days Out

DODDInGTOn HALL

11am - 4.30pm

Deeds Not Words - Votes for Women

Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child & concession: £1. Family Ticket: £5.

Saturday 14 July

Admission £3 (free admission for CAMRA members to all sessions)

Sunday 27 May Sunday 3 June

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Days Out

Days Out Sunday 26 July Sunday 2 September 10am - 4pm

Thursday 26 July

Saturday 25 - Monday 27 August

LInCOLn CORnHILL

Lincoln Beach

The beach comes to Lincoln city centre, complete with deck chairs, special appearances from Punch and Judy and, of course, lots of sand.

10am - 4pm

Free MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Victorian summer

Entertainment from Victorian times. Capture the sights of the Victorian period by shopping for sweets and seeing cards made on the vintage printing press. Roll up! Roll up! Join in the fun with traditional games hosted by our Victorian showman.

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Steampunk for Kids Cogglings!

Especially for the Lincoln Steampunk Festival, the Museum of Lincolnshire Life becomes the playground and meeting place for junior steampunks - Cogglings. Demonstrations of miniature marvellous engines, arts and craft activities and weird and wonderful games. Suitable for children and novices. Costumed or uncostumed visitors are all welcome. Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child & concession: £1. Family Ticket: £5.

Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child & concession: £1. Family Ticket: £5.

Saturday 4 - Sunday 5 August

11am - 4.30pm

Saturday 28 July Sunday 9 September

11am - 4.30pm

Thursday 2 August

10am - 4pm

LInCOLn CASTLE

Grand Medieval Joust

Friday 24 - Sunday 27 August

DODDInGTOn HALL

Sculpture Exhibition

Array of sculptures from across the UK and Europe.

All day

Garden admission applies. Open daily. (RHS, HHA & special offers not accepted). 01522 694308. www.doddingtonhall.com MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Victorian summer

Entertainment from Victorian times. Sit back and relax whilst enjoying the Victorian Punch & Judy puppet show presented throughout the day. Capture the sights of the Victorian period by shopping for sweets and seeing cards made on the vintage printing press.

10am - 4pm

Sunday 27 May

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

11.30am - 10pm

Victorian summer

Entertainment from Victorian times. Capture the sights of the Victorian period by shopping for sweets and seeing cards made on the vintage printing press. Roll up! Roll up! Join in the fun this week with traditional games hosted by our Victorian showman.

10am - 4pm

Thursday 30 August

10am - 4pm

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Victorian summer

10am - 4pm

Friday 31 August Sunday 2 September All day

Lincoln Steam and Vintage Rally

Saturday 1 - Sunday 2 September

The Lincolnshire Steam & Vintage Rally is back with a collection of steam and vintage vehicles, from steam engines and fairground organs to military vehicles, fire engines and motorcycles.

All day

9am - 5.30pm

An interesting event for the whole family.

Thursday 23 August

MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

10am - 4pm

Live music from the best of Lincolnshire’s local acts! Starting with easy acoustics and then finishing off with bands to suit all tastes. MuSEuM OF LInCOLnSHIRE LIFE

Victorian summer

Kustom Kulture Blast Off

A weekend-long celebration of hot rods and custom vehicles - for the people who build them, drive them and can’t get enough of the music, art, history and creativity inspired by and created around them. LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

British Riding Club National Championships Riders will compete in a range of competitions from dressage to style jumping both individually and part of a team. Contact www.bhs.org.uk for more information.

For more details visit www.lsvr.org/booking WATERSIDE SHOPPInG CEnTRE, LInCOLn

Free Bank Holiday Band Festival

Contact www.kustomkultureblastoff.com/event/timetable

LInCOLnSHIRE SHOWGROunD

Saturday 18 August

LIOn AnD SnAkE, LInCOLn

Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child & concession: £1. Family Ticket: £5.

Entertainment from Victorian times. Capture the sights of the Victorian period by shopping for sweets and seeing cards made on the vintage printing press. Wish you Were Here! Discover more about the Victorian tradition of visiting the seaside and taking in the sea air. Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child & concession: £1. Family Ticket: £5.

Saturday 18 - Sunday 19 August

The largest steampunk festival in the world returns to Lincoln for its 10th birthday. The Asylum Steampunk Festival is the largest festival in the Solar System. The historic streets of Lincoln are thronged with thousands of splendidly dressed steampunks enjoying a festival which strives to combine art, literature, music, fashion, comedy and simple good fun. Highlights include Bazaar Eclectica in Castle Square and the military parade on Sunday 26th August at 10am in the Bailgate with the Lincolnshire fire Service band.

Contact 01522 876667 for further details

Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child & concession: £1. Family Ticket: £5.

Thursday 16 August

Lincoln Asylum Steampunk Festival

For further information about the Steampunk Festival and events and to purchase day and weekend tickets, visit www.asylumsteampunk.co.uk

Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child & concession: £1. Family Ticket: £5.

Thursday 9 August

uPHILL LInCOLn

Sunday 30 September

Steampunk and vintage fair

11am - 4pm

Victorian Summer

BRAnSBy HORSES, BRAnSBy, LInCOLn Ln1 2PH

Bransby Horses Autumn Fayre

Entertainment from Victorian times. Capture the sights of the Victorian period by shopping for sweets and seeing cards made on the vintage printing press. That’s the way to do it! Sit back and relax whilst enjoying the Victorian Punch & Judy puppet show performed throughout the day.

Saturday 13 October 10am - 5pm

Tickets. £2.50 Adult: Child & concession: £1. Family Ticket: £5.

LInCOLn CASTLE

Lincoln Sausage Festival

The festival is one of the region's top food events with visitors tucking into 30,000 sausages with award-winning Lincolnshire produce. There will be children's entertainment, live shows and cookery demonstrations. Free entry for children and a small charge for adults.

IBCC opens in centenary year

International Bomber Command Centre

IT’S fitting that in the year the Royal Air Force celebrates its 100th anniversary the ambitious project to build the International Bomber Command Centre in Lincoln has come to fruition. After six years of planning and construction it opened to the public on January 30 and the official open ceremony has been planned for Thursday April 12 when thousands of veterans are expected to visit the city to visit the centre that commemorates their fallen comrades and educates visitors. IBCC chef executive Nicky Barr, her staff , a huge team of volunteers and a whole host of partners have made the Canwick Avenue centre a possibility. Funding has come from private donations and grants including the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF), the Chancellor’s LIBOR Fund, Biffa Awards, Wren FCC Environment, Garfield Weston and the Foyle Foundation. “The centre provides the public face for a wide scale and international project, which has been supported by organisations, institutions and individuals from across the world and includes the Chadwick Centre, the Memorial Spire, the International Peace Garden and the Bomber Command Digital Archive.,” said Nicky. National Lottery money has also enabled the project to work in partnership with the University of Lincoln to create a free to access digital archive which records the first-hand testimonies of those involved and preserves documents and photos, from private sources. Once live on the web site, this archive will provide one of the most comprehensive free resources on the work of the Command. “So far, the Archive Team, supported by volunteers from nine countries, has preserved over 180,000 documents and photographs and has recorded 800 oral testimonies. These have been used to ensure that the exhibition at the IBCC relates the human story of this contentious period of history.” The website already carries the names and details of nearly 58,000 men and women who perished in the service of the Command, these names appear on the walls at the Memorial providing the only place in the world where every loss is memorialised. The work to create the database has taken four years and the dedication of a team of over 100 volunteers. Education lies at the heart of the IBCC’s mission statement and the Team have already worked with over 800 school students, 270 adult education group members and hosted over 20,000 people on the site on free guided tours. The centre will be open Tuesday - Sunday from 9.30am to 5pm. To find out more please visit www.internationalbcc.co.uk

IBCC chief executive Nicky Barr is looking forward to welcoming veterans from around the world to the opening ceremony.

Saturday 7 April

7pm - 12midnight

DOuBLETREE By HILTOn, LInCOLn

Saturday 11 August

Sophie’s Journey Charity Ball

Join us for our 2018 charity ball - includes three-course meal arrival drink entertainment and lots of fun!

Saturday 7 April 7.30pm

ST PETER AnD ST PAuL'S PARISH CEnTRE, SkELLInGTHORPE ROAD, LInCOLn

Big Quiz Night

RSPCA Lincolnshire Mid and Lincoln’s Big Quiz Night is back. Family friendly! £2 per person; teams of up to six people. Contact: aclarkson@rspca-lincoln.org.uk

Sunday 22 April

ROyAL nAVAL CLuB, COuLSOn ROAD, LInCOLn Ln6 7BG

Fundraiser to send 17 students from North Kesteven to undertake community work in Tanzania. A vintage style flea market with lots of stalls, food and drink. Helen Stewart 07789 741540, helen671@live.co.uk, Facebook: Tanzania 2018 Flea Market

Friday 27 April

THE COunTy ASSEMBLy ROOMS, BAILGATE

7pm - midnight

Saturday 1 September

CITy WIDE

10am -3pm

MattDotCom is holding Spring Ball to raise funds for terminally ill teenagers, with live entertainment from Alice Night Circus and Local Heroes.

Sixties Night

Music and dancing from the 60s. Join live duo The DreamBelles with a classic playlist. This event is in aid of The Boultham Park Restoration Project, a joint venture between the City of Lincoln Council and Linkage, the learning disability charity. Tickets £10 For more information and to book tickets visit www.linkage.org.uk/events

Tuesday 12 June

PETWOOD HOTEL, WOODHALL SPA

10am - 3pm

Friday 14 September

DOuBLETREE By HILTOn, LInCOLn

Black Tie Charity Ball for Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance and LIVES

Dancing to the “The Business” a live band covering a wide range of music, auction and raffle

BRAyFORD WATERFROnT

Lincoln Pride

From 12noon

A full day of parades, performances, activities and an after show party at The Scene, celebrating the city’s LGBT community. www.lincolnpride.co.uk

Friday 5 October

LInCOLn HOTEL, EASTGATE, LInCOLn Ln2 1Pn

7pm

Details to be confirmed. Contact Laura on 01522 544516 or email on laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Saturday 20 October

DOuBLETREE By HILTOn, LInCOLn

THE COunTy ASSEMBLy ROOMS, BAILGATE

WATERSIDE SHOPPInG CEnTRE, LInCOLn

All day

Dance groups from across Lincolnshire will converge on the city for a day of Morris dancing, filling the streets with the colours and sounds of this ancient English tradition.

Saturday 29 September

MattDotCom Ball

Monday 14 - Friday 18 May

Lincoln Morris Dancing Festival

10.30am - 4.30pm

Tickets £50 each and includes bubbly on arrival, three-course meal, tea/coffee, call Linda Clark on 01522 815100 or email linda.clark@nicholsonsca.co.uk

Tickets £50 or £450 for a table of ten from charlotte@mattdotcom.org.uk

Friday 11 May

1940s Charity Ball - In aid of the Jon Egging Trust

Includes a donation to charity, arrival drink, 3 course set meal, live entertainment from The Blighty Belles vintage trio and charity raffle. Tickets £35 per person.

6.45pm 12 midnight

Tanzania 2018 Flea Market and Vintage Cafe

1.30pm - 5.30pm

DOuBLETREE By HILTOn, LInCOLn

10am - 4pm

To book tickets at £40pp, please call Stacy 07796 458358.

7.30pm

St Barnabas Annual Ball

'A Night at the Movies': Black Tie Ball

RSPCA Lincolnshire Mid and Lincoln's second Ball with a three-course meal, wine on the tables and entertainment throughout the evening. Tickets. Adult £2.50. Child & Concession £1. Family Ticket £5. £40 per ticket, £20 deposit required. Contact: aclarkson@rspca-lincoln.org.uk

Dying Matters week - St Barnabas Hospice

Outreach event from St Barnabas encourages peope to talk about death. There will be a ‘Before I die Wall’ for people to log their aspirations.

Age UK Summer Festival

A variety of stalls to browse, try your luck on the tombola or raffle and take home a nice prize. Free admission. For more details contact 01526 352411.

Saturday 21 July

WADDInGTOn VILLAGE HALL AnD PLAyInG FIELDS

Annual Fun Day and Dog Show

12.30pm

RSPCA Lincolnshire Mid and Lincoln's Fun Day and Dog Show is back. 10 dog show classes, face painting, bouncy castles & more! Contact: aclarkson@rspca-lincoln.org.uk

Saturday 28 July

LInCOLn CATHEDRAL

Charity Abseil

10am

Lincolnshire-based charity LIVES is raising funds by abseiling in the cathedral.

Wednesday 1 August

LInCOLn CITy SQuARE

10am - 4pm

RAFA Duck Race

For more Colour Dash information see page 59.

Buy a duck and race it down the River Witham from High Bridge to raise money for RAFA. With accompanying activities and displays. £2 per duck.

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