Summer 2014 Whats On Guide

Looking for activities, clubs and events for your
children to enjoy through the summer?

For more information about activities in your area, contact the Family
Information Service on 0800 195 1635 Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm or email
fis@lincolnshire.gov.uk.
Other events and activities can be found on the Family Services Directory at
www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/fsd or go to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/fis for other
district Whats On Guides and for more information about a range of family
services, including choosing childcare and help with childcare costs.

Short Breaks activities for children with disabilities
Check out www.cwdsi.co.uk for regular updates on short breaks and activities for
children with disabilities, additional needs and sensory impairment.
For more information call the Short Breaks team on 01522 553536 or email
shortbreaks@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Lincolnshire Children's Centres
www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/childrenscentres
There are a wide range of half term activities going on at Lincolnshire's Children's Centres.
Go on-line to find your nearest Centre and look on their PDF calendar to see what they have
to offer.

General information

1 Travel for Under 18's www.lincsinterconnect.com
Call 0845 234 3344 for details Twitter@callconnectbus
All Day During School Holidays: Off Peak Monday - Friday 5pm-7pm; All day Saturdays
Travel for Less - One Journey 1 on CallConnect
Are you under 18? Travel on CallConnect for just 1 one way?
Meet friends, go shopping or travel to work.
Available when you pre-book.
Call 0845 234 3344 for details.
Offer ends Saturday 6
th
September 2014. Bookings are subject to availability.

Other Useful Websites

www.50things.org.uk
National Trust website with the aim of getting children to achieve typical childhood things
by the time they are 11 .
From wild camping and making mud pies, to bug hunting and den making, it is both
challenging and fun. How many can you complete this summer?

www.whatson4littleones.co.uk
Free search to find hundreds of fun things to do with your children.

www.visitbritain.com
Inspiration and information for planning UK vacations. Places to visit, things to do, travel
advice and accommodation throughout Britain.

www.visitlincolnshire.com
Official tourism guide to Lincolnshire. Find things to do in Lincolnshire, holidays in
Lincolnshire and events in Lincolnshire.

www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk
Family days out ideas and things to do for children - best cheap UK places to go and indoor
play in Great Britain.

www.lincsbus.info
Public transport information for Lincolnshire to help you get around.

Disclaimer

The information in this guide is provided for your convenience, and inclusion of any event does not
imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by Lincolnshire County Council.
Lincolnshire County Council does not make any representation as to the accuracy or suitability of any
information contained in this guide and does not accept responsibility for the quality, reliability or
accessibility of the events listed in this guide.
Boston Borough
Boston Borough Council - www.boston.gov.uk
Check on-line for events and activities through the summer break plus available leisure
facilities.

Black Sluice Lock Cottages Cafe
South Forty Foot Bank
Boston
PE21 7RA
t. 01205 310006
A Brief History of Boston's Rivers and Waterways: 24
th
, 25
th
, 28
th
& 29
th
July
9am to 4.30pm
Coastal Boston Pilot Exhibition. It has been created to engage local people and visitors to
the town with Boston's wealth of maritime heritage.
Call in to the Black Sluice Lock Cottages Caf to view the exhibition over a cup of coffee and
something delicious from the menu.

Boston Bowl
Rochford Tower Lane
Boston
PE21 9RH
t. 01205 359525
e. sales@bostonbowl.co.uk www.bostonbowl.co.uk
Boston Bowl Family Charity Day in aid of Pilgrim Hospital Childrens Ward: Sunday 24
th

August 10am to 11pm
A fun filled day of talent displays, fun and games and more!
With every penny earned from the day going towards raising money for a new
blood and oxygen saturation monitor for Pilgrim Hospital Children's ward.
With Cheap Bowling, cheap admission into Playtowers, one of Europe's biggest
indoor play areas, talent displays, craft stalls and much more besides!
Already booked in for the event are The Biz Theatre School, AJ's Dance School,
Lone Wolf Taekwando, Allen School of Dance!
Price: Free Admission

Boston Guildhall
South Street
Boston
PE21 6HT
t. 01205 365954
..Did You Know?

Summer breaks vary around the globe. Children in industrialised
countries go to school for more hours in a day and more days per year.
Summer Breaks are shorter as well.
e. TICBoston@Boston.gov.uk www.bostonguildhall.co.uk
Knights of Skirbeck: Friday 8
th
and Saturday 9
th
August 10.30am 3.30pm
Always a popular event here at the Guildhall, the Knights share how life was during the era
that the Guildhall was built in 1390's. With demonstrations including fighting, food,
armoury, dentistry and medicine to name a few, the Knights entertain and share their
stories.
Last admission 3pm. Free Admission.

Boston Rowing Club
The Boathouse
Carlton Road
Boston
PE21 8LL
e. bostonrowingclub@gmail.com www.bostonrowingclub.co.uk
Taster Session: Saturday 30
th
August 12pm 2pm
If you would like to have a go at rowing then a taster session is the ideal opportunity to
come along and try it out. If you enjoy the taster session and decide you would like to learn
to row then we run six week learn to row courses following on from each taster session.
Juniors (School Years 7 to 13)
Costs 5
Learn to Row: Starts Sunday 7
th
September for 6 Weeks 10am 12pm
Juniors (School Years 7 to 13)
Costs 80 for the six weeks.

Boston Stump
1 Wormgate
Boston
PE21 6NP
t. 01205 354670
e. bostonstump@outlook.com www.parish-of-boston.org.uk
Known (and visible) far and wide as 'The Stump' a title which strictly belongs to its
prodigious 272' tower, the tallest on any English Parish church. Great place to visit for
amateur historians!
Open daily 8.30am - 4pm

Boston's Blackfriars Centre
Spain Lane
Boston
PE21 6HP
t. 01205 363108
e. boxoffice@blackfriarsartscentre.co.uk www.blackfriarsartscentre.co.uk
Marty MacDonald's Farm: Friday 8
th
August at 2pm
Marty MacDonald's Farm is full of songs, fun & laughter, and is set in a vibrant, colourful &
imaginative farmyard with loveable puppet characters.
It is particularly suitable for ages 3-7 and combines some of the country's best talent in
children's entertainment.
Presented by Martin Parsons (Playdays Live, Sooty's Magic Castle) and Kate Ashmead
(Tweenies, Thomas & Friends Live!), Marty MacDonald's Farm is directed by one of the top
names in the field, Playschool Presenter and BBC Tweenies' creator, lain Lauchlan.
It also features CBeebies' Justin Fletcher, AKA Mr Tumble (Justin 's House, Something Special
and Gigglebiz) as the Voice of Pongo the Pig, and Nicole Davis, another popular Children's
BBC star (Topsy & Tim and School of Silence) who voices Molly-Moo the Cow (Please note
that these are recorded voices and so Justin & Nicole do not appear in person). Tickets 8.50

Building The Beonna: Summer School In Traditional Heritage Skills
Benington All Saints Church
A52, Benington
Nr Boston
PE22 0BZ
t. 01529 461499
e. beonna@outlook.com
Building the Beonna - Summer School In Traditional Heritage Skills
Monday 18
th
to Wednesday 20
th
August 9am to 3pm
Are you aged 14- 19? Want to learn more about how your local parish church was built and
try your hand at the traditional techniques used? Join us for this FREE 3 day event where
you will learn traditional stone carving techniques, visit the Lincoln Castle Heritage Skills
Centre and have a go at making your own stained glass panel.
Develop new skills, gain some valuable work experience, meet new people and have fun
during the summer holidays!
No previous experience is necessary.
For an information pack contact Benington Community Heritage Trust on 01529 461499 or
email beonna@outlook.com

Frampton Marsh Nature Reserve
Boston
PE20 1AY
Grid reference: TF356392
t. 01205 724678 www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/f/framptonmarsh
e. lincolnshirewashreserves@rspb.org.uk
Pond Dipping: Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.30am, 11.30am, 1 pm, 2pm & 3 pm
What mini monsters lurk in the weedy depths? You can find out when you join our fearless
leader to search for watery wildlife from the pond dipping platform. Booking essential.
Suitable for ages 5+
Price: 3 per child, RSPB members 25% off
Summer Treasure Trail: Daily Thursday 24
th
July to Wednesday 3
rd
September 10am - 4pm
Follow the puzzle trail around the reserve (allow an hour). Solve the cryptic clues about how
to give animals a home and win a prize!
Price: Suggested donation 1 per child
Mini Monsters Bug Hunt: Every Friday 11am to 12pm & 2pm to 3pm
Dare you brave the world of tiny terrors? You can join our fearless leader on an expedition
to find bugs, beetles and other creepy-crawlies. Booking essential.
Suitable for ages 5 12. This event is very weather dependant.
Price: 3 per child, RSPB members 25% off
Booking essential
Summer Stroll: Sunday 27
th
July & Sunday 24
th
August at 2pm
Join us for a gentle stroll around the reserve to see the best of the seasons wildlife. What
will you see? We have no idea! Join us to find out...
Price: 4 adults, 2 children. RSPB members 25% off
Booking essential
Big Birthday Bash: Sunday 3
rd
August 11am to 3pm
Were having a birthday party! To celebrate 30 years of the reserve and five years of the
visitor centre, we are holding a big party. Lots to see and do. Get face to feeler with crabs
and lobsters, go on a saltmarsh safari, enjoy the barbeque and much more. Free entry

Fydell House
South Street
Boston
PE21 6HU
t. 01205 351520
e. info@fydellhouse.org www.fydellhouse.org
Childrens Theatre: Monday 11
th
August to Friday 15
th
August 10am - 4pm
Week long childrens theatre workshop.
Organised by Boston Childrens Theatre
Childrens Theatre performance: Saturday 16
th
August 7pm - 10pm
Boston Childrens theatre will be putting on an outdoor performance
Organised by Boston Childrens Theatre

Geoff Moulder Leisure Complex
Rowley Road
Boston
PE21 6JE
t. 01205 363483
e. leisure.centre@boston.gov.uk www.bostonleisurecentre.co.uk
The complex offers 2 main areas, a large leisure pool and Creations Health Club. These areas
offer a huge range of activities for all ages.

Kick It
Bridge House
Grantham Road
Boston
PE21 7NL
t. 01205 369111 or 07733 394299
e. info@kick-it-online.co.uk www.kick-it-online.co.uk
Summer Holiday Club: Thursday 24
th
July to Wednesday 3
rd
September 8am to 6pm
Weekly Themes, Arts and Crafts, Imaginative Role play, Outside play, Playroom, Computers,
Board games, Dance and drama workshops, 11+ and Homework support and much more.
Fees: Half day - any 5hrs/Full day - over 5hrs
3-8yrs Half day 10/Full day 17.50
9+yrs Half day 9/Full day 15

Maud Foster Windmill
Willoughby Road
Boston
PE21 9EG
t. 01205 352188
e. info@maudfoster.co.uk www.maudfoster.co.uk
The Maud Foster was built in 1819 and is still working daily. At certain times the public may
visit and climb all 7 floors to watch the tallest working windmill in Britain through its
process.
Open Wednesdays and Saturdays 10am - 5pm
There is an admission fee to climb the mill entry to the shop is free.

Peter Paine Performance Centre
Boston College
Rosebery Avenue
Boston
PE21 7QR
t. 01205 350 222
e. info@boston.ac.uk www.boston.ac.uk/campuses-and-facilities/peter-paine-campus
Peter Paine Sports Centre offers sports facilities for the general public, local sports clubs and
Boston College Sport and Performing Arts students.

Playtowers
Rochford Tower Lane
Boston
PE21 9RH
t. 01205 311116
e. sales@playtowers.co.uk www.playtowers.co.uk/boston
Open Thursday to Sunday 10am - 6pm and every day during school holidays
Playtowers is for children along with parents with ball pools, tubes, slides and cargo nets.
Snack bar on site. Venue is part of Boston Bowl.

Pots of Fun
Avocet House
Bittern Way
Marsh lane
Boston
PE21 7NX
t. 01205 356279
e. info@potsoffunboston.co.uk www.potsoffunboston.co.uk

Choose a piece from a range of unpainted pottery everything from a fridge magnet to a
complete dinner service. You dont have to be artistic; there is someone on hand to give
advice also other pieces, books and patterns for reference.

Princess Royal Sports Arena
Great Fen Road
Boston
PE21 7PB
t. 01205 358666
e. prsa@leisureconnection.co.uk www.prsa.org.uk
Swimming pool, gym and athletics facilities. See website for details of swim times as some
periods are adult only.

Sibsey Trader Windmill
Frithville Road
Sibsey
Boston
PE22 0SY
t. 01205 750036 www.sibseytraderwindmill.co.uk
Built in 1877, this restored six storey mill with complete gear,
sails and fantail still works today. The award-winning tearoom sells produce made from the
mill's organic, stone-ground flour.
Free entry to the ground floor of the mill for mill produce, souvenirs, bygones and artwork.

Transported
Office Address:
Holbeach St. Marks Community Association Building
Sluice Road
Holbeach St. Marks
PE12 8HF
t. 01406 701006 / 01406 701013 www.transportedart.com
Open Book Workshop: Storyville Kirton: Thursday 24
th
July 2.30pm 5.30pm
Free Workshop.
Cabinet of Curiosity will be showing participants how to use origami and paper craft
techniques to express their cultural heritage, made using items that are personal to them.
These pieces will contribute to an overall architectural installation that Cabinet of Curiosity
are working on within Boston, Donington and Kirton Libraries.
Venue: Kirton Library, Station Road, Kirton, PE20 1EF
tel. 01522 782010
To book a place on this workshop, please contact Rosie on 07747 271820 or email:
TransportedRosie@litc.org.uk
Open Book Workshop: Storyville Boston: Friday 25
th
July & Friday 1
st
August 10am 1pm
Free Workshop. Cabinet of Curiosity will be showing participants how to use origami and
paper craft techniques to express their cultural heritage, made using items that are personal
to them. These pieces will contribute to an overall architectural installation that Cabinet of
Curiosity are working on within Boston, Donington and Kirton Libraries.
Venue: Boston Library, Market Place, Boston PE21 6DY
Transported Live - The Case of the Curious Suitcase: Sunday 27
th
July 10am - 4pm
Transported will be bringing The Case of the Curious Suitcases, by Rhubarb Theatre, to this
event: a performance with three travellers that meet at one place and tell their story
through mine, street theatre and puppetry.
Venue: Central Park, Boston PE21 6RL
Contact: 07747 271823 or email: TransportedNatalie@litc.org.uk
Open Book Workshop: Storyville Kirton: Thursday 31
st
July 2.30pm 5.30pm
Venue: Kirton Library, Station Road, Kirton PE20 1EF
Transported Live - Boy Meets Girl: Wednesday 13
th
Saturday 16
th
August
13
th
August: 9.30am - 11am; 11.30am 1pm; & 2pm 3.30pm
14
th
August: 9am 10.30pm; & 11am 12.30pm
15
th
August: 9am 10.30am; & 1pm 2.30pm
16
th
August: 9am 10.30am; 11:30am - 1pm; & 1.30pm - 3pm
Join Boy and Girl as they journey through the yearning and searching, the romance and fun,
the joy and hope and heartbreak of looking for love.
Colourfully created for town centres and market places, this promenade performance lets
you follow either Boy or Girl and then listen into their innermost thoughts through your own
pair of wireless headphones.
Boy Meets Girl explores the highs and lows of falling in love through an exciting mix of silent
disco technology, visual theatre and a sampled soundtrack of love songs.
This 30 minute performance loops with audiences joining the action every 15 minutes! So
come and find our Boy Meets Girl gazebo in each location along at anytime and stay for as
long as you like!
For more information, visit www.meetboy.co.uk and www.meetgirl.co.uk
Venue: Pescod Square, Boston PE21 6QU
Contact: 07747 271823 or email: TransportedNatalie@litc.org.uk
Transported Live - Fen Boy: Daily Wednesday 27
th
to Sunday 31
st
August
Strangeface are a prestigious mask and puppet theatre company who Transported have
commissioned to create Fen Boy, a story based on Lincolnshires principle themes of
agriculture, horticulture and food processing. Using specially commissioned music, the piece
will be suitable for all the family, will be performed using a haulage trailer as a stage and will
travel from community to community in South Holland and Boston Borough over a period of
five days.
Contact: 07747 271820 or email: TransportedRosie@litc.org.uk

West End Cinema
West Street
Boston
PE21 8QH
t. 01205 363 634 www.westendcinema.co.uk
Multiscreen cinema in Boston.

Witham Sailing Club
Clubhouse
13 Witham Bank West
Boston
PE21 8PU
t. Dave Sauntson 07771 762154 or Craig Manning 07811 945249
e. cr.manning@btinternet.com or info@Withamsailingclub.co.uk
www.withamsailingclub.co.uk
Saturday Afternoon Junior Sailing Club: Saturdays 1pm - 4pm (May to September)
Come along and experience dinghy sailing on the river Witham in Boston. No previous
experience required. Training will be provided by RYA instructors. Buoyancy aids and boats
provided. Please dress appropriate to the weather conditions - wetsuits are advisable as you
may get wet, or bring a change of clothes.
Parents can also join and learn to sail together.
3 per session per person. Booking required as spaces are limited.
Minimum 8 year olds (up to 16 years aprox.)
Check our Facebook page for updates and to confirm sailing is taking place:
www.facebook.com/withamsailingclub

East Lindsey
East Lindsey District Council - www.e-lindsey.gov.uk
facilities.

..Did You Know?

When it is Summer in the Southern Hemisphere, it is Winter in the Northern
Hemisphere, and vice versa.

2014 Carnival - Theme: 'Fun at the Seaside'
Sutton-on-Sea and Trusthorpe
t. 01507 441640
e. kapunderwood@aol.com www.suttononsea.info/carnival
Sutton-on-Sea and Trusthorpe Carnival: Sunday 27
th
July 11.30am - 5pm
Afternoon of entertainment featuring bands, vintage cars, static motorbike display and
walking groups, culminating in a great parade.
Free.

Access 2 Watersports Ltd
Covenham Reservoir
Firebeacon Lane
Covenham St Bartholomew
Louth
LN11 0PA
t. 01507 363709
e. training@a2w.co.uk
Access 2 Watersports Ltd, a not-for profit company, is the watersports training organisation
at Covenham. We deliver windsurfing, dinghy sailing and kayak/canoe training to all who
want it, including those with special needs,
(including but not restricted to physical disability, learning difficulties, social exclusion,
poverty, behavioural problems).
Call for details of courses and special events.

Alford Manor House
West Street
Alford
LN13 9HT
t: 01507 463073
e. info@alfordmanorhouse.co.uk www.alfordmanorhouse.co.uk
Summer Events:
Friday 8
th
August Open Air Theatre The Pantaloons present The Tempest
Saturday 23
rd
to Mon 26
th
August Alford Craft Market
Sunday 31
st
August Open Air Theatre The Pantaloons present The History of
Britain
Monday 1
st
September Honour Ceremony St Wilfrid's

Black Cat Equestrian Centre
Huttoft Road
Sutton on Sea
LN12 2RU
t. 01507 442631
e. mariaequestrian@aol.com www.blackcatequestriancentre.co.uk
BHS approved Riding school set in 22 acres of landscaped grounds offering lessons to all
from 4 years upwards.
Summer Activities
Friday 25
th
July: Childrens Show Preparation Day
Saturday 26
th
July: Saturday Club 9am 12pm
Sunday 27
th
July: Annual Show All Welcome
Wednesday 30
th
July: Own A Pony Day
Monday 4
th
, Tuesday 5
th
& Wednesday 6
th
August: Pony Club Camp
Saturday 9
th
August: Saturday Club
Tuesday 12
th
August: Own A Pony Day
Wednesday 20
th
August: Own A Pony Day
Saturday 23
rd
August: Saturday Club
Tuesday 26
th
, Wednesday 27
th
& Thursday 28
th
August: Pony Camp
Sunday 31
st
August: Competition And Games Day

Battle of Britain Memorial Flight
Dogdyke Road
Coningsby
LN4 4SY
t. 01522 782040 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/bbmf
Battle of Britain Memorial Flight: Saturday 2
nd
, Sunday 3
rd
and Monday 25
th
August
10am - 5pm
Visitor Centre normally open only on weekdays welcomes weekend and bank holiday
visitors to its memorabilia, exhibitions and shop. Hangar tours to see historic aircraft,
including a Lancaster, Spitfires and Hurricanes, 10.30am to 3pm. Admission to centre free
but charges for tours.

Bullies in Need Annual Fun Day & Dog Show
The Field Close To Conoco Entrance
Mablethorpe Road
Theddlethorpe
LN12 1NQ
t. 07780 541143 www.bulliesinneed.info
Bullies in Need Annual Fun Day & Dog Show: Sunday 3
rd
August 12pm to 5pm
Close to National Grid with postcode LN12 1NQ (Mablethorpe Road, Theddlethorpe)
Our main fundraiser of the year and well worth travelling to, come and spend a few days at
the Lincolnshire coast and take in the best bull breed fun day of the year!
20 class fun dog show. 1.50 per class. Fun agility course. Have a go sports, lure race, weight
pull. Bouncy castle, face painting, giant tombola and booze raffle. Merchandise stall, stock
up on t-shirts and hoodies and get gifts for your dog loving friends!
Live auction - grab a bargain. Refreshments - burgers, chips, sandwiches etc, vegetarians
catered for.
Beer tent, ice cream, Mobile Dog Wash, Other charity stalls
Entrance 2 per car which goes towards the hire of the toilets

Butlins
Funcoast World
Roman Bank
Skegness
PE25 1NJ
t. 0845 070 4772
e. skegnessdaysout@butlins.com www.butlins.com/skegness
In the school holidays, please arrive as early as you can to avoid disappointment. Day visit
tickets are sold on the day of your visit, on a first come, first served basis. During these busy
times we are limiting day visitor guest numbers so we can ensure that everyone at Butlins
can enjoy a really great experience. This is due to the ever increasing popularity of our
Butlins Skegness Resort.
So come for the day and experience the best of Butlins with hours of fun and enjoy lots of
free activities and the great entertainment Butlins is famous for.
Splash sub-tropical waterworld with flumes and waves
Sports Courts - football to outdoor bowls
Traditional Funfair
Restaurants, bars, caf and shops
Fantastic live entertainment in our weather-proof Skyline Pavilion and lots, lots more!
Our Resort is open for day visitors from 10am to 6pm, last admission is at 4pm.

Childrens Links Boredom Busters
ELDC Childrens Centres
t. 0845 3730645
e. amanda.anthony@childrenslinks.org.uk or clare.bryan@childrenslinks.org.uk
Family Fun Sessions
Dont be bored this summer. Join our team at your local Childrens Centre for a variety of
fun activities including arts and crafts, sports, challenges, messy play, water fun etc etc
There will be something for all ages 0-18 years!
No need to book, just turn up on the day.
All children must be accompanied by an adult and are expected to join in the fun!
LOUTH Childrens Centre
Thursday 24
th
July: 1pm-4pm
Monday 11
th
August: 1pm-4pm
SKEGNESS Childrens Centre
Friday 25
th
July: 1pm-4pm
Thursday 7
th
August: 1pm-4pm
Thursday 21
st
August: 1pm-4pm
TATTERSHALL Childrens Centre
Monday 28
th
July: 1pm-4pm
Tuesday 2
nd
September: 1pm-4pm
SPILSBY Childrens Centre
Tuesday 29
th
July :1pm-4pm
Tuesday 19
th
August: 1pm-4pm
WAINFLEET Childrens Centre
Wednesday 30
th
July: 1pm-4pm
Wednesday 13
th
August: 1pm-4pm
SUTTON ON SEA Childrens Centre
Friday 1
st
August: 1pm-4pm
Wednesday 27
th
August: 1pm-4pm
MABLETHORPE Childrens Centre
Monday 4
th
August: 1pm-4pm
Tuesday 26
th
August: 1pm-4pm
HOLTON-LE-CLAY Childrens Centre
Tuesday 5
th
August: 1pm-4pm
Monday 18
th
August: 1pm-4pm
HORNCASTLE Childrens Centre
Thursday 14
th
August: 1pm-4pm
Thursday 28
th
August: 1pm-4pm
ALFORD Childrens Centre
Friday 8
th
August: 1pm-3pm
Friday 29
th
August: 1pm-3pm

Dolls House Exhibition
Old Lifeboat Shed
Victoria Road
Mablethorpe
t. 01507 479101
Dolls House Exhibition: Sunday 27
th
July, 10.30am - 4pm
Lock, Stock & Barrel exhibition of canal scene along a towpath to high street shops. Free.
Childrens workshops, competition, sales stand and refreshments.

Embassy Swimming Pool
Grand Parade
Skegness
PE25 2UG
t. 01754 610675
e. embassypool@e-lindsey.gov.uk
www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/article/1939/Embassy-Pool-and-Fitness-Suite-Skegness
Indoor swimming pool open all year round features flume slide!

Fantasy Island
Ingoldmells
Skegness
PE25 1RH
t. 01754 615858
e. enquiries@fantasyislandresort.co.uk www.fantasyisland.co.uk
The multi award winning family visitor attraction. An amazing array of theme park thrills and
experiences in a setting the weather cannot spoil. Adjoining Fantasy Island are hundreds of
colourful stalls, retail units, auctioneers, craft workers and live fashion shows. Great places
to eat.
Open 11am for rides
Cost: Free admission for day visitors with tickets or wrist bands for rides must book 24 hours
in advance.

Fun Dog Show
St Leonards Church
St Leonards Lane
South Cockerington
LN11 7EF
t. 01507 327506
Fun Dog Show: Sunday 24
th
August, from 12pm
20 fun classes including Prettiest, Handsomest and Fancy Dress. Open to all dogs (puppies
over 6 months). Stalls, refreshments, raffle, tombola and more. In aid of church funds.

Gautby Garden Fete
The Moat House
Gautby
Gautby
LN8 5JP www.mintingandgautby.co.uk
Gautby Garden Fete: Saturday 2
nd
August 2pm to 5pm
A traditional country village fete with raffle, cake and produce stall, plant and card stall,
cream teas, tombola, BBQ, games, Bric-a-Brac and lots more, to raise funds for the church
and village hall
Price: free to enter

Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve
Wash Study Centre
Gibraltar Road
Skegness
PE24 4SU
t. 01754 898057
e. gibvc@lincstrust.co.uk www.lincstrust.org.uk/gibraltar-point
Walk - Waterbirds Arrival: Saturday 26
th
July 8.30am - 11am
A chance to check out the build-up of returning waders from Northern Europe and the
Arctic. Visit the lagoons with our local expert. Free (donations welcome).

Grainthorpe Festival of Arts
on A1031 between Cleethorpes and Mablethorpe
Grainthorpe
Louth
LN11 7JR
e. grainthorpe.arts@btinternet.com www.grainthorpeartsfestival.co.uk
Grainthorpe Festival of Arts: Saturday 23
rd
to Monday 25
th
August, 10am - 5pm each day
The 3 day event includes the sale of paintings and crafts and also features a flower festival in
the Church. The paintings are exhibited in St Clement's Church and the crafts in the Village
Hall and at Tithe Farm Barn.
Refreshments and homemade food and cakes are available throughout the weekend from
St Clements Cafe in the Village Hall.
Admission by catalogue 2 - children under 16 are free when accompanied by an adult.
Car Parking is free.
In aid of St Clement's Church and Grainthorpe Village organisations.

Hardys Animal Farm Park
Ingoldmells
Skegness
PE25 1LZ
t. 01754 872267 www.hardysanimalfarm.co.uk
Feed & make friends with all your favourite farm animals! A great family day out on a
genuine working Farm. Tea Rooms & Gift Shop. Large Adventure Playground. Horse & Cart
rides. Free Car Parking
Open every day 10am till 5pm, Easter to October and every weekend through October and
all week during the School Holidays.

Horncastle Swimming Pool
Coronation Walk
Horncastle
LN9 6HP
t. 01507 522489
e. horncastlepool@e-lindsey.gov.uk
www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/article/1940/Horncastle-Swimming-Pool-and-Fitness-Suite
Please call for details of opening times and activities.

Jubilee Park Swimming Pool
Stixwould Road
Woodhall Spa
LN10 6QH
t. 01526 353478
e. manager@jubileeparkwoodhallspa.co.uk www.jubileeparkwoodhallspa.co.uk
Outdoor heated swimming pool and paddling pool.
Please call for details of opening times and costs

Loewen Cinema
Qubec Road
Mablethorpe
LN12 1LT
t. 01507 477040 www.loewencinema.co.uk
2 screen cinema in Mablethorpe.

Louth Playgoers Riverhead Theatre
Victoria Road
Louth
LN11 0BX
t. 01507 600350
e. admin@louthplaygoers.co.uk www.louthplaygoers.com
Louth Playgoers Riverhead Theatre is a local community owned venue. It is maintained and
run by a dedicated team made up almost entirely of volunteers.

Louth Playhouse Cinema
Cannon Street
Louth
LN11 9NL
t. 01507 603 333 www.louth.parkwaycinemas.co.uk
Situated in the small town of Louth, this cinema has been in operation since the 1920s.

Mablethorpe Illuminations
Central Promenade
Mablethorpe www.eastlindseylive.org
Mablethorpe Illuminations: Saturday 26
th
July from 7pm
Music on beach with Louise Chapman, Two Step and Stolen Fridays, plus drumming band
Spark, followed by magnificent firework display. Earlier in the day, from 10am, enjoy craft
market, sand sculpting, street entertainment and more.

Meridian Leisure Centre
St. Bernards House
Wood Lane
Louth
LN11 8RS
t. 00 0 0
e. meridianleisurecentre@e-lindsey.gov.uk
www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/article/1938/Meridian-Leisure-Centre-Louth
Please call the above number for details of opening times and costs.
Natureland Seal Sanctuary
North Parade
Skegness
PE25 1DB
t. 01754 764345
e. info@skegnessnatureland.co.uk www.skegnessnatureland.co.uk
Be it feeding the pets in the children's corner or watching the beautiful Coral Fish or Tropical
Butterflies, entertainment value is high at Natureland and one of the most popular features
is feeding time for the seals and penguins. Natureland's work with abandoned baby seals
has become known world wide and since opening, Natureland has dealt with, and returned
to the wild whenever possible, many unusual animal visitors including dolphins and whales,
a "lost" walrus and pelican, plus numerous oiled seabirds and injured birds of prey.
Opening Times: 10am every day. Closing times vary throughout the year.

Poplar Farm
Crabtree Lane
Sutton on Sea
LN12 2RS
t. 07894292641
e. helen.matthews9@btinternet.com www.poplar-farm.org.uk
Art on the Farm: Saturday 26
th
July Saturday 6
th
September
2pm 3pm and 3.30pm 4.30pm
Join us throughout the school holidays for a variety of art and craft workshops.
Mondays - Candle making
Tuesdays - Mosaics
Wednesday - Jewellery making
Thursdays - Canvas painting
Fridays - Glass painting
Saturdays Mosaics

Butterfly Weekend: Saturday 23
rd
to Sunday 24
th
August 10am 4pm
Helping to raise the profile of our wonderfully coloured pollinators Poplar Farm will be
running a weekend of creative activities around the butterfly, including childrens butterfly
trail and quiz.

Rushmoor Country Park
Louth Road
North Cockerington
Louth
LN11 7DY
t. 01507 327184
e. info@rushmoorpark.co.uk www.rushmoorpark.co.uk
All creatures great and small waiting to meet you, from tiny hamsters to majestic birds of
prey. Stroke and feed rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, chinchillas plus sheep, ponies, donkeys,
goats, ducks and more. Tea room, picnic and play areas, plus a big bouncy castle.
Open every day 10am-5pm.

Saltfleet Gala
Saltlfeet Playing Fields
Louth Road
Saltfleet
LN11 7SB
Saltfleet Gala: Saturday 9
th
and Sunday 10
th
August 6.30pm - 12am
Join in the fun at Saltfleet this year with this outdoor bonanza. Evening entertainment starts
on the 9
th
with the Rumble band, fire eaters, dancers, inflatables and games.
Entry is 4 adults and 1 children under 18yrs.
There is also a car boot sale on 10
th
, entry is free and only 1 to park your car.

Skegness Carnival Week 10
th
to 16
th
August
Tower Gardens
Grand Parade
Skegness www.skegness-carnival.org
Skegness Carnival Family Fun Day: Sunday 10
th
August 10am to 7pm
This year to complement our carnival parade we are holding an all-day family fun day in the
tower gardens, there will be market stalls, attractions, entertainment and activities for
everyone to enjoy. Let's make this year a good one!

Skegness Illuminations
Tower Esplanade
Skegness
t. 01754 767300
Skegness Illuminations: Saturday 2
nd
August 6pm - 10pm
Dancers, bands, Butlins Redcoats show and switch-on with Dancing on Ice winner Ray
Quinn.
Free.

Snipe Dales Country Park & Nature Reserve
Off Slash Lane
Lusby
PE23 4JB
t. 01507 526667
e. snipedales@lincstrust.co.uk www.lincstrust.org.uk/snipe-dales
Snipe Dales Country Park & Nature Reserve is a country park and nature reserve on the
southern edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The Greenwich Meridian, chosen as the Prime
Meridian in 1884, passes through this point. Snipe Dales is one of few semi-natural wet
valley systems still surviving.

Stanhope Hall
Boston Road
Horncastle
LN9 6NJ
t. 01507 526951 www.stanhopehall.org
Family Fun & Craft Fair: Saturday 9
th
August 11am to 4pm
Family fun day with Craft stalls, Bouncy Castle, Ice Cream Vans, Candy Floss, Face Painting,
Light refreshments,
Price: 50p upwards

The Embassy Theatre
Grand Parade
Skegness
PE25 2UG
t. 0845 674 0505
e. Enquiries@EmbassyTheatre.co.uk www.embassytheatre.co.uk
Embassy Theatre Academy Summer Workshops: Monday 28
th
July - Friday 1
st
August
Get your summer off to an all singing, all dancing start by joining us at the Embassy Theatre
Academy, daily from Monday 28
th
July - Friday 1
st
August inclusive.
7-12 year olds will work on songs, dances and scenes from Grease the musical between 9am
& 1pm
13-19 year olds on songs, dances and scenes from Dirty Dancing between 12pm & 4pm
Cost is 55 for all 5 days, which also includes a souvenir themed t-shirt for you to keep!
Book by calling the Box Office on 0845 674 0505 or in person at the Box Office
For further info please contact Amanda at embassytheatreacademy@outlook.com or call
07984 366700
Tickets: children 55 for 5 days
The Chuckles Brothers : A 2014 Space Oddity EVERY TUESDAY From Tuesday 29
th
July to
Tuesday 26
th
August at 7pm
Paul and Barry visit a toy shop to buy some water pistols. Whilst trying them out they notice
a toy space ship which they get in. Don't touch anything the shop keeper shouts out!
Especially that button! This button they ask? Yes he replies. But being The Chuckle Brothers
they can't resist it and press the button. All sorts of noises go off! Oh Dear! Oh Dear! They
cry out as they magically and accidentally go into a space on a new adventure!
FAMILY Tickets available - to purchase online enter the code Family where prompted and
follow the instructions choosing 1 family ticket and 3 additional tickets. Also available by
calling the Box Office on 0845 674 0505
Tickets: 16; Family53.50
Craft Fair: Sunday 3
rd
August - 10am
It's welcome back to the Coast and Country Craft Fair
OPEN 10am - 3pm, FREE ENTRY
With lots of amazing crafts and gifts: Jewellery, Wood Crafts, Sweets, Craft Accessories,
Homemade Cakes, Handmade Cards and much more...
Refreshments available.
For further details or to book a stall - please contact Sue Parr on 07958 450504

The Kinema in the Woods
Coronation Road
Woodhall Spa
LN10 6QD
t. 01526 352166 www.thekinemainthewoods.co.uk
Two screen atmospheric Victorian cinema. Both auditoriums are also available for private
hire. The Kinema in the Woods is currently open seven evenings a week with matinee
showings on Saturdays, Sundays and during the school holidays.

The Parrot Zoo
Dickonhill Road
Friskney
PE22 8PF
t. 0871 384 1130
e. admin@parrotzoo.com www.parrotzoo.com
Europe's only dedicated parrot zoo. Home to some 1350 happy parrots and parakeets, it is
the largest collection of rescued parrots in the UK.

The Petwood Hotel
Stixwould Road
Woodhall Spa
LN10 6QG
t. 01526 352411
e. reception@petwood.co.uk www.petwood.co.uk
Hugless Douglas: Thursday 7
th
August
Based on the book by internationally-acclaimed author-illustrator David Melling, this
delightful new show from Blunderbus Theatre comes to life with an irresistible blend of
music, puppetry and high energy storytelling. Little Cubs aged 3 - 7 years old will love this
heartwarming tale, but grown-up bears will have lots of fun, too.
Tickets 7 each.
Jazz on the Terrace: Sunday 10
th
August
Peter Tabois and Friends will entertain with live jazz music on the terrace 12-2pm. Free
Entry.
Much Ado About Nothing: Sunday 31
st
August
Shakespeare's comedy Much Ado About Nothing is brought to The Petwood by the
wonderful Chapterhouse Theatre Company for a second helping of fabulous outdoor
theatre this summer. See www.chapterhouse.org
Bring low backed seating or a rug to sit on and enjoy a picnic beforehand. With 24 hours
notice we can provide an indulgent Petwood picnic hamper.
Tickets are 14 for adults, 10 for children or 42 for a family ticket (2 adults and 2
children). There is a discount of 10% for groups of 10 or more when booked at least 1 week
prior to the performance. (Group bookings must be made in one transaction.)
Performance starts at 6.30pm, gates open at 5.30pm. This is an outdoor production and no
indoor alternative is available.

The Village Church Farm
Church Road South
Skegness
PE25 2HF
t. 01754 766658
e. info@churchfarmvillage.org.uk www.churchfarmvillage.org.uk
The Village at War Bank Holiday Weekend: Saturday 23
rd
to Monday 25
th
August
The Village Church Farm together with "We'll Meet Again" Step back in time and see what
life was like on the Home-front during the war years, with displays of memorabilia, Air raids,
vintage household, farming equipment and loads more... Come in period costume and get
into the wartime spirit. Bring the children and meet Paul and Linda from the We'll Meet
Again Museums for Schools Access to all areas of the Village Church Farm. Select
Lincolnshire Food also attending this magnificent bank holiday event.
Tickets: 8 family; 4.50 adult; single 3.50; concessions 3 children

Tower Cinema
111 Lumley Road
Skegness
PE25 3LL
t. 01754 765152 www.towercinema.co.uk
Skegness cinema open 7 days a week.

Wragby Show
Goltho near Wragby
t. 01522 754276 www.wragbyshow.com
Wragby Show: Sunday 31
st
August, from 9am
Classic vehicles, horticulture competitions, fun dog show, livestock, poultry, horses and
trade stands.

WW1 Commemoration Family Day
Minting Village Hall
Bricken Field Lane
Minting
Horncastle
LN9 5RX www.mintingandgautby.co.uk

WW1 Commemoration Family Day: Sunday 3
rd
August 10.45am - 3pm
Come and Share Your Familys WW Stories for new Heritage Project
Bring a Picnic Lunch or buy an Afternoon Tea
Unveiling of Thankful Village Plaque at 11am
Exhibition of WWI Family Memorabilia - have you some photos, diaries, artefacts you could
share/lend?
11am Plaque Unveiling
As many of you will know, Minting is a Thankful Village a village where all the men who
fought in WW1 returned. Last year two men from Wales (Medwyn Parry & Dougie Bancroft)
visited all 51 Thankful Villages in England & Wales by motorcycle calling in at Minting on 1
st

August.
At each village they presented a slate plaque and a certificate with the request that all 51
plaques be unveiled at 11am on Sunday 3
rd
August 2014 - the nearest Sunday to 4th August
which is the accepted start of WW1 as far as the UK was concerned.
The plaque and certificate are to be placed in Minting Village Hall and will be unveiled by
Mrs Mavis Miller and Mr Frank Speake who have family members on both the WW1 & WW2
Rolls of Honour which are in the parish church - St Andrew's.
12pm onwards - Minting, Gautby & District Heritage Society are launching their WW1
Commemoration Project working title from Becks to Battlefields.
The Society aims to gather family WW1 stories and put them into a book that
commemorates all aspects of WWI as experienced by the ancestors of those who live in the
area now. Come and see the exhibition and share your familys stories. Dont know your
familys WW story? We can help you start your research!

Xsite Skate Park
North Parade
Skegness
Lincolnshire
PE25 1BF
t. 01754 762579
e. info@xsiteskatepark.co.uk www.xsiteskatepark.co.uk

Indoor skate park with ramps for BMX, inline skating and skateboarding, equipment hire,
cafe and activity room. New outdoor skate area.
Call the above number to find out details and permissions required for
under 16yrs

Lincoln

Lincoln City Council - www.lincoln.gov.uk/visitor-and-leisure
facilities.

..Did You Know?

Frances Eiffel Tower can grow by more than 6 inches in summer due to
the expansion of the iron on hot days.

August Spooky Lincoln Ghost Tour
Sightseeing Bus Tour
Minster Yard (First Stop)
Lincoln
LN2 1PX
t. 01522 545458
Sightseeing Bus Tour (Lincoln Cathedral): Saturday 2
nd
August 4pm 5pm
Explore haunted Lincoln on an hour long 'Tour Lincoln' special, open-top bus tour in August
and be spooked by a local ghost expert.
One of the team from the popular Lincoln Ghost Walks will guide you around Lincoln on
Tour Lincoln, the open top city sightseeing bus, whilst telling spooky tales and stories of
Lincolns haunted past.
The spooky tour is suitable for all ages but there is no concession ticket available.
Seats will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis (45 upstairs, 30 downstairs). The tour
will leave the west front of Lincoln Cathedral at 4pm and will last one hour.
6 per person.

Ellis Mill
Mill Road
Lincoln
LN1 3JJ
t. 01522 782040 (all correspondence should be directed to the Museum of Lincolnshire Life)
www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/visiting/windmills/ellis-windmill
This wonderful Lincoln mill is located on Mill Road, so called due to the nine windmills that
formerly faced west over the steep slopes of the Lincoln Edge.
Ellis Mill is now the sole survivor of these mills and an excellent example of a small tower
mill. The Mill dates from 1798 but there has been a mill on this site from at least the middle
of the 17th century.
Admission to Ellis Windmill is free.
Open 2pm 5pm Saturdays & Sundays April to September.
Free car parking at the nearby Museum of Lincolnshire Life, with disabled parking at the Mill
itself.
Fun Farm Lincoln
Stephenson Road
off Station Road
North Hykeham
Lincoln
LN6 3QU
t. 01522 695553
e. lincoln@funfarm.co.uk www.funfarm.co.uk
Fun Farm have so many attractions, whatever the weather, so your children can have hours
of endless fun in this safe and friendly environment whilst parents and adults can relax in
the Fun Farm Restaurant and Gift Shop.

Hartsholme County Park
Skellingthorpe Road
Lincoln
LN6 0EY
t. 01522 873577 www.lincoln.gov.uk/hartsholmecp
e. hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk www.hartsholmecountrypark.com
Den Building: Tuesday 29
th
July 1pm to 3pm
Who lives in a house like this? Join the Park Rangers to build a shelter that could protect you
from the wind and rain, using fallen timber and tarpaulins. The activity will be in the woods
so suitable clothing and sensible shoes should be worn. There is a charge of 2.50 per child
for this event and booking is essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There
are toilets and refreshments at the park.
Visitors Centre, Hartsholme Country Park. 2.50
Butterfly Bonanza: Thursday 31
st
July 1pm to 3pm
Join Park Rangers for a short walk to discover the colorful world of butterflies. Find out
about some our fluttering friends that thrive here in summer and in take part in the Big
Butterfly Count 2014 as well as lots of fun butterfly activities. There is a charge of 3.50 per
child for this event and booking is essential. This activity is aimed at children. There are
toilets and refreshments at the park.
Bird Watching For All: Sunday 3
rd
August 10.30am to 12.30pm
Join local RSPB members for a guided walk of Hartsholme Country Park and Swanholme
Lakes Local Nature Reserve to discover the many species of birds which reside here
throughout the year. The walk will last around 2 hours, taking a route along woodland
paths, which in places are undulating and at times wet and muddy This event is free of
charge and all children must be accompanied by an adult. There are toilets and
refreshments at the park.
Visitors Centre, Hartsholme Country Park. Free
Pond Dipping: Tuesday 5
th
August 1pm to 3pm
Join Park Rangers to 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. There is
a charge of 2.50 per child for this event and booking is essential. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. There are toilets and refreshments at the park.

Bug Safari: Thursday 7
th
August 1pm to 3pm
Come along and see whats bugging us at Hartsholme Country Park. 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 minibeasts that make the park their home. There is
a charge of 2.50 per child for this event and booking is essential. All children must be
Family Fun Day: Sunday 10
th
August 11am to 4pm
Join the Park Rangers for the annual family open day where you will find a variety of
activities for all the family. The event is run by the City of Lincoln Council and some charges
for activities may apply but for the most part these are free of charge. Toilet and
refreshment facilities are available and there is plenty of on-site parking.
Visitors Centre, Hartsholme Country Park. Free (some activities have a small charge)
Treasure Hunt: Tuesday 19
th
August 12pm to 4pm
Ahoy me hearties, join us to explore Hartsholme Country Park by taking part in a special
pirate themed treasure hunt. Solve the puzzles and complete the challenges to finally find
your treasure chest! There is a charge of 2.50 per child for this event and booking is
essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There are toilets and refreshments
at the park.
Dream Catchers: Thursday 21
st
August 1pm to 3pm
Join Rangers to try your hand at making your very own dream catcher. Let this little piece of
Native American folklore trap all your bad dreams and let the good ones through! There is a
charge of 3.50 per child for this event and booking is essential. All children must be
Rockets: Tuesday 26
th
August 1pm to 3pm
Join the Park Rangers and discover the joys of flight by making your very own bottle rocket.
This activity has lots going on, a satisfying whoosh, a high-speed departure and a good
soaking if you are standing close!! There is a charge of 3.50 per child for this event and
booking is essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There are toilets and
Den Building: Thursday 28
th
August 1pm to 3pm
Who lives in a house like this? Join the Park Rangers to build a shelter that could protect you
from the wind and rain, using fallen timber and tarpaulins. The activity will be in the woods
so suitable clothing and sensible shoes should be worn. There is a charge of 2.50 per child
for this event and booking is essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There
are toilets and refreshments at the park.
Bug Box Hotel: Tuesday 2
nd
September 1pm to 3pm
Make your bugs a home and help keep the insects in your garden safe from the cold winter
weather by building a bug box. Join the Park Rangers to construct your very own little
conservation project to take home! There is a charge of 3 50 per child for this event and
booking is essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There are toilets and
Hirebike
t.01522 370 143 www.hirebikelincoln.co.uk
Take your children on a bike ride this summer holiday!
If your children want to go on a bike ride, but you don't have a bike rent one of our orange
hirebikes and get cycling!
More than 800 people have signed up to Lincoln's bike hire scheme hirebike which is a
short-term rental scheme for residents and visitors in Lincoln.
40 bikes available to hire from locations across the city including:
Newark Road (opposite ASDA)
Station Road
Hykeham Train Station
Birchwood Avenue (opposite Birchwood Centre)
Kingsley Road
Brayford Pool
Lincoln Train Station
Moorland Avenue (The Junction)
Bikes can be hired throughout the day. They are free for the first 30 minutes of every rental
and then 1 per hour. The price is capped at 4.00 for the whole day.
You can hire a bike in three easy steps:
1. Register Online at www.hirebikelincoln.co.uk or call 01522 370 143. Membership is
free, but you will be asked to purchase 5.00 worth of credit before you can hire your
first bike. Funds will be deducted as and when you use the bikes.
2. Unlock Receive a membership number and PIN input this at the hirebike station,
choose a bike and use the keypad to unlock.
3. Hire Get on your bike and off you go! You can return your bike to any of the stations
not just the one you hired from.
We are currently expanding the hirebike scheme with an additional six stations being
installed across Lincoln throughout July. Locations include Brant Road, Newark Road (near
Tiber Road), Burton Waters, Tritton Road and Skellingthorpe Community Centre.
Hirebike is delivered through Access LN6 at Lincolnshire County Council. Access LN6 is a
multi-million pound programme which increases opportunities for sustainable travel. It is
improving opportunities to walk, cycle, use public transport and car share, as well as making
improvements to infrastructure.

Jazzpac Summer School
Minster School
Lindum Road
Lincoln
e. education@andrewwoodjazz.co.uk jazzpac.emjazz.co.uk
Jazzpac Summer School: Tuesday 27
th
& Wednesday 28
th
August 2pm - 5.30pm
(performance 6pm on Wednesday 28
th
August)
A 2 day introduction to jazz performance for all young (11-19yrs) musicians and supported
by 3 leading regional jazz musicians.
Jazzpac is excited to present a FREE short course in small ensemble jazz improvisation.
Topics covered in the workshops include developing soloist style and themes, interpreting
jazz lead sheets, improvising as an ensemble as well as many instrument specific techniques
used in modern jazz performance. Over the course of the two days, a team of professional
jazz musicians affiliated with the Lincoln area, led by Andrew Wood, Martyn Spencer and
Thom Whitworth will work with the participants towards a short performance. The course is
for young people at school/college.
Sessions from 2pm - 5.30pm on Tuesday 27
th
and Wednesday 28
th
August. On Wednesday
28
th
there will be a short performance for family and friends starting at 6pm.
Due to the small ensemble nature of this course, places are limited to 20 in order to balance
instrumentation in the groups, so an early application is wise. As a guide this course is
suitable for musicians of grade 5+ or equivalent and the age limit.
Limited funds are available to assist with travel costs on an individual basis. Please mention
when booking.
For further information and application forms, contact education@andrewwoodjazz.co.uk

Lincoln by the Sea
Lincoln City Square
Sincil Street
Lincoln
LN5 7ET
t. 01522 545711
e. events@lincolnbig.co.uk
Lincoln by the Sea: Monday 21
st
July Sunday 31
st
August 10am 4pm
The beach comes to Lincoln City Square, complete with deckchairs, special appearances
from Punch and Judy and of course lots of sand!
Lincoln city centre will see the return of Lincoln BIGs sandy beach in July and August,
Lincoln by the Sea.
From 21
st
July, children will be able to enjoy the beach and fairground rides in the city
centre, while parents can relax in deckchairs.
The beach is funded and organised by Lincoln Business Improvement Group (BIG).

Lincoln Castle
Castle Hill
Lincoln
LN1 3AA
t. 01522 782040
e. Lincoln_Castle@lincolnshire.gov.uk
www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/visiting/historic-buildings/lincoln-castle
Illyria: The Pirates of Penzance - Friday 25
th
July 7.30pm (gates open 6.30pm)
Open air theatre from Illyria. Gilbert and Sullivans popular comic opera is packed with
unforgettable lyrics such as To be a Pirate King! and Modern Major General, and is
faithfully performed by a reduced cast. Suitable for all the family. Bring a picnic! Gates open
at 6.30pm. Seating not provided.
Cost: Adults 12.50/Concessions 10
Children 7.50/Family Ticket 32.50 *
*Tickets available in advance from Lincoln Drill Hall box office: Telephone 01522 873894

Lincoln Castle Joust! Saturday 2
nd
& Sunday 3
rd
August
Experience the thrill of a medieval joust. Armoured knights on horseback test their skill at
mounted combat in a breathtaking display of the noble art of jousting. Pageantry,
horsemanship and combat combine in a fantastic family day out.
Cost: Adults 8 / Concessions 6.40
Children 4.80 / Family Ticket 20.80
My Family Was Here 2014: School Holiday Activity
Tuesday 5
th
to Thursday 7
th
August and Tuesday 26
th
to Thursday 28
th
August
Help create a Bayeux Tapestry-style record of visitors to the Castle in 2014. Collage your
family onto the giant scroll to record a moment in time.
Cost: 1 per activity
Illryia: George's Marvellous Medicine - Saturday 9
th
August 7pm
Open air theatre for younger audiences with this Roald Dahl classic. Full of (literally) larger-
than-life characters and audience participation. Suitable for ages 5+. Bring a picnic! Gates
open at 6.30pm. Seating not provided.
* Tickets available in advance from Lincoln Drill Hall box office: 01522 873894
Cost: Adults 10 / Conc 8
Children 6 / Family Ticket 26*
Story Time Tent: School Holiday Activity - Tuesday 12
th
to Thursday 14
th
August
Sessions start at 10.15am, 11.15am, 1pm & 2pm (45 mins long)
Meet Dennis the Dragon and enjoy Castle themed stories and crafts. Suitable for 3-6 year
olds with grown-ups.
Free activity
Garden Games: School Holiday Activity - Tuesday 19
th
to Thursday 21
st
August
Come and take part in fun and challenging Castle garden games including an obstacle
course, giant noughts and crosses and skittles.
Free activity
Birds of Prey: Saturday 23
rd
to Monday 25
th
August
Our resident falconer returns to the Castle for more flying displays with Mac the Harris
Hawk, Bo the Great Grey Owl and more.

Lincoln Cathedral
4 Priorygate
Lincoln
LN2 1PL
t. 01522 561600
e. visitors@lincolncathedral.com www.lincolncathedral.com
Art Exhibition: Monday 28
th
July until Saturday 2
nd
August 10am - 4pm
All of our visitors are welcome to an exhibition by a local group of artists. The exhibition will
take place in the Chapter House of the Cathedral and will feature a wide variety of subject
matters and media.
While entry to the exhibition is free, normal Cathedral entry charges will apply.
Labyrinth Exhibition: Wednesday 6
th
August until Wednesday 27
th
August
An exhibition open daily in the South Transept showing a survey of the historic, artistic and
cultural background of labyrinth symbolism and a series of paintings undertaken by
contemporary professional artists who are asked to interpret the labyrinth as a symbol of
lifes journey. A section of the exhibition will be given to a display of childrens responses to
the labyrinth experience and a house of contemplation designed by students from the
University Of Lincoln School Of Architecture will also be on exhibition in the Morning
Chapel.
Normal Cathedral entry charges apply
Presentation by Stage Fright Community Theatre: Tuesday 12
th
August 11am - 12pm
Part of the Labyrinth Project 2014. The presentation is written and performed by young
people from Stage Fright who will use the labyrinth to bring together ideas about life
processes and pathways, time, space and boundaries.
The performance is free for visitors to the Cathedral who have paid the standard Cathedral
entry charge.
The Quest of the Holy Grail: Wednesday 13
th
& Monday 18
th
August 7.30pm 8.30pm
Performed by actors and singers from CAODS, The Grail is a dramatization of the most
famous episode in Malorys Morte dArthur. It tells of the labyrinthine journey that Arthurs
knights take in their attempts to uncover the mystery of the Holy Grail. Author: William
Wray / Composer: Rosemary Broadbent.
Unnumbered tickets 10 Concessions 8. Obtainable through the Cathedral Box Office
Exhibition of Paintings: Friday 15
th
until Monday 25
th
August 10am - 4pm
An exhibition of paintings by Tina Robson and Jan Jeans will be on display in the Chapter
House. The exhibition will mainly comprise of landscapes of Lincolnshire and Norfolk. There
is no extra charge to view the exhibition however the normal Cathedral entrance charge will
apply.
Please note on Sundays the exhibition will be open from 1pm and 3pm.
Art Exhibition: Friday 15
th
until Monday 25
th
August 10am - 4pm
An exhibition of paintings by Tina Robson and Jan Jeans will take place in the chapter house
of Lincoln Cathedral. The paintings will mainly comprise of Landscapes of Lincolnshire and
Norfolk.
All of our visitors are welcome to attend. Entry to the exhibition is free however normal
Cathedral entry charges apply.
Please note the exhibition will be open from 1pm 3pm on Sunday.
Finale - Candle-lit Evening with Music and Readings: Wednesday 27
th
August 7.30pm
8.30pm
The festival finale will offer you a journey by walking the candle-lit labyrinth, looking at the
exhibition of paintings and labyrinth designs and listening to choirs, solo singers and actors
performing words and music, including specially commissioned compositions related to the
journey of life.
Tickets: Adults 5 / Children Free. Obtainable through the Cathedral Box Office

Lincoln Cornhill - Commonwealth Festival
Lincoln Cornhill
Lincoln
LN5 7HB
t. 01522 545711
Commonwealth Festival: Wednesday 23
rd
July to Sunday 3
rd
August 10am 8pm
Celebrate all things Commonwealth in the summer of 2014 with a big screen showing the
2014 Commonwealth Games and a Commonwealth Food Fair. The Commonwealth Festival
is funded and organised by Lincoln Business Improvement Group (Lincoln BIG).
Lincoln BIG Commonwealth Screen
Enjoy all the action from the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games right in the city centre
with the Lincoln BIG Commonwealth Screen. On Lincoln Cornhill, for the duration of the
games, there will be grass and seating in Lincoln Cornhill to cheer on Team GB or whoever
else you are rooting for.
Commonwealth Food Fair
Get a flavour of the Commonwealth during the games with the Commonwealth Food Fair
running alongside the big screen from Wednesday 23
rd
to Sunday 27
th
July. From traditional
British to Australian bush-food to Jamaican jerk, enjoy exotic food from around the
Commonwealth in Lincoln.

Lincoln Drill Hall
Free School Lane
Lincoln
LN2 1EY
t. 01522 873894
e. boxoffice@lincolndrillhall.com www.lincolndrillhall.com
Diddy Disco: Saturday 2
nd
August 10.30am
Join us for our happening club for under 7s and their happening parents! We play bit of
everything from current tunes to rock and roll to disco! We love to mix it up with all kinds of
music to make it a unique party for parents and children alike!
All children must be accompanied and face-painting is also available.
Taking place at Main Auditorium
Tickets: 3 (accompanying adults free)
Zest Theatres Summer Challenge: Monday 28
th
July to Thursday 31
st
July 10am - 4pm
Interested in acting, writing, directing, and producing? Then join us for this years Summer
Challenge!
You and your new friends have got just 4 days to form your own theatre company and
produce a brand new production ready for a live audience to watch. Thats 4 days to write
it, rehearse it, produce it and perform it! Are you ready? GO! Zest Theatres Summer
Challenge is open to anyone aged 11-25.
FREE to take part but call us to book your place. FREE performance on 31st at 3pm

FishTank Summer School: Monday 4
th
August to Thursday 7
th
August 10am - 3pm
Alice & Steph are back with their annual Youth Theatre Summer School open to anyone
aged 7 to 11. Four days of acting, writing, directing and giggling, all leading to a final
informal performance (a world premiere!) for family & friends on Thursday 7th at 2pm. A
great way to spend a week of your summer hols!
Please contact the box office to book on 01522 873894.
Tickets: 70

Lincoln Performing Arts Centre
University of Lincoln
Brayford Pool
Lincoln
LN6 7TS
t. 01522 837600
e. enquiries@lpac.co.uk www.lpac.co.uk
A modern theatre in the city centre, with a great range of shows and a friendly caf bar.

Lincoln South Fire Station - 50
th
Anniversary Open Day
Lincoln South Fire Station
South Park Avenue
Lincoln
LN5 8EL
t. 01522 580373
e. communications@lincoln.fire-uk.org
www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/lincolnshire-fire-and-rescue
Lincoln South Fire Station - 50th Anniversary Open Day: Friday 8
th
August 10am - 4pm
To commemorate its 50th anniversary, Lincoln South fire station is holding a special open
day on Friday, 8th August 2014. Therefore Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue is inviting you to join
us in celebrating this landmark occasion. The activities and events of the day will include:
Red Arrows flyby
Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Concert Band
Urban Search and Rescue demonstrations
Rescue dog demonstrations
Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Preservation Support Service demonstrations
British Red Cross - Fire & Emergency Support

Museum of Lincolnshire Life
Burton Road
Lincoln
LN1 3LY
t. 01522 782040
e. lincolnshirelife_museum@lincolnshire.gov.uk
www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/visiting/museums/museum-of-lincolnshire-life
Tommies Treats and Treasures Family Craft Workshop: Thursday 28
th
August 10am until
3.30pm
A craft workshop based on the art of world war one. Includes sweetheart jewellery,
embroidered keepsake notes, and soldier's kitbags.
Admission Free
Crafts 1

Odeon Cinema Lincoln
Brayford Wharf North
Lincoln
LN1 1YS
t. 0871 224 4007 www.odeon.co.uk
Multiscreen cinema in the heart of Lincoln.

Punch & Judy Festival
Lincoln City Centre
t. 01522 545711
Punch & Judy Festival Friday 25
th
& Saturday 26
th
July
The traditional Punch and Judy Festival returns to Lincoln for the eleventh time to perform
across the city centre. Experience traditional Punch and Judy shows on High Bridge, High
Street and the beach on City Square during the festival as you visit Lincoln High Street. The
show is performed by a single puppeteer inside the booth and provides unique
entertainment found nowhere else!
Children of all ages, not to mention adults, love a traditional Punch and Judy puppet show
so be sure to pay the festival a visit. Shows and events are subject to weather conditions.

Ruddocks Craft Workshops
287 High Street
Lincoln
LN2 1AW
t. 01522 528285 www.ruddocksoflincoln.co.uk
Binka Sewing: Wednesday 6
th
August 10am - 12pm
This workshop is designed to teach hand sewing using cross stitch on binka, which is a larger
version of aida and great to create patterns. Using a wide range of colours and a few simple
stitches a lovely piece of work can be produced with techniques that with Mandy Derbyshire
Ages 7 to 11 year olds
Cost: 11
Simple Appliqu: Thursday 7
th
August 10am - 1pm
Using materials such as felt and fabric we will appliqu our designs using hand sewing and
finish with trimming and bead etc to produce an appliqu picture or design. This is a great
start to sewing using simple but effective techniques that can be used on a variety of
projects. With Mandy Derbyshire
Ages 12 15 year olds
Cost: 15
Self Portrait Drawing: Monday 11
th
August 10am - 12pm
This workshop is designed to help 12 15 year olds produce a self portrait, starting with a
few short studies and getting them to really look at the detail. Then they will go on to
produce a pencil drawing of themselves. This is a great way of encouraging them to look
more carefully at not only themselves but everything that they draw before moving onto
colour.
Cost: 13
Ages 12 15 year olds
Make A Volcano: Friday 15
th
August 10am - 1pm
This is a great hands on project for children. We will make our structure using mod roc, then
paint it and add any additional decoration to the landscape. Once dry it can be turned into a
working volcano, with a few added ingredients! This is a great fun workshop that children
are certain to enjoy and earn at the same time.
Cost: 16 (Includes lunch)
Decopatch Boxes: Tuesday 19
th
August 10am - 1pm
A fun workshop creating either a treasure chest or jewellery box using decopatch
techniques and other materials. The
techniques learnt in the class can be applied to a number of projects, giving endless fun!
Cost: 15 (Includes lunch)
Foam Mosaics: Thursday 21
st
August 10am - 12pm
Produce a light weight and funky mosaic. We will start by creating a simple design and then
add the foam tiles. With a wide variety of colours to choose from this is a great way for
younger children to create their own design using safe materials.
Cost: 12
Press Printing Bags: Wednesday 27
th
August 10am 12pm
This is a great way for children to start printing onto fabric. Create a shopping bag with a
creative design, using a variety of shapes and colours. This method of printing is great for
children as it can produce a great result in a short space of time compared to other printing
methods.
Cost: 12
Needle Felting: Thursday 28
th
August 10am 1pm
Using just a needle tool and felt/wool we will create a brooch or hanging decoration using a
variety of colours. No two pieces of needle felting are the same and allows freehand work
without a pattern or sketch out your design first.
Cost: 15

Superbowl Lincoln
Lincoln Superbowl, Valentine Road
Lincoln
LN6 7BH
t. 01522 541669 www.superbowl-lincoln.co.uk
24 Lanes of Bowling, Wimpy Diner, Arcade and Bar. Various offers available, please see
website and magazine.

StreetGames County Festival
Lincoln Christs Hospital School
Wragby Road
Lincoln
LN2 4PN
t. 01522 691879 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/teeninfolincs/things-to-do/positive-futures
StreetGames County Festival: Friday 25
th
July
The festival brings together young people from different communities around Lincolnshire
through a common love of sport. The day is a celebration of the skills that young people
have developed while attending their local StreetGames Doorstep Sport Clubs.
Participants have the opportunity to compete against teams from other areas in football,
athletics and dance; as well the chance to try a whole range of taster activities.
Graphic street artist J will also run a popular street art workshop at the festival, helping
participants to customise T-shirts and create a mural on the day.

The Collection
1 Danes Terrace
Lincoln
LN2 1LP
t. 01522 782040
e. thecollection@lincolnshire.gov.uk www.thecollectionmuseum.com
Storytime: Every Thursday
Free fun storytime at The Collection for under s every Thursday at .am in Play. Stories
to delight and enthral young children.
Archaeology Day: Thursday 31
st
July
After last year's very popular event, another Archaeology Day for visitors of all ages. This is
part of the CBA (Council of British Archaeology) Festival of Archaeology and this year it will
be run in conjunction with the Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire.
The children's activities this year include a chance to do a dig (limited places so first come
first served), object handling (again limited places) and a chance to act in or watch a short
play about Ancient Egypt followed by a film about Howard Carter the famous Egyptian
archaeologist aimed at younger viewers. We also hope to have a display of rare books on
Egyptian archaeology from Lincoln Central Library. There will a 1 craft making a replica of a
Norman manor house (all other activities are free).
The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire will be showcasing their services and activities. Find out
about their latest projects and courses and get your finds identified by their resident
experts. Short lectures on a variety of subjects will be offered throughout the day.
The day will coincide with the opening of our Reconstructing the Past display which consists
of models of lost pieces of Lincolnshire's heritage.
Swimming with dinosaurs: Tuesday 19
th
August
A Family Fun Day themed around the giant ancient sea reptiles that lived at the same time
as dinosaurs. With optional 1 crafts.

The Engine Shed
University Of Lincoln
Brayford Pool
Lincoln
LN6 7TX
t. 01522 837400 www.engineshed.co.uk
Charity Zumbathon and Charity Fun Day: Saturday 2
nd
August 11am to 5.30pm
30 minute Zumba kids classes at 1pm (4-6 yrs and 7-13 yrs), 2 hours of adult Zumba from
2:30pm and stalls, face painting, cakes, goodie bags and fun for all the family in aid of local
charity Magic Moments 4 Autistic Kids (donations also going to ABF: The Soldier's Charity
and MacMillan).

The Ritz Cinema & Theatre
High Street
Lincoln
LN5 7PJ
t. 01522 528348 www.ritzcinema.org
Summer Hols Kids Season - Tinkerbell & The Pirate Fairy
Tuesday 29
th
July from 12.30pm to 2.30pm
Disney's Frozen Sing A Long @ TheRitzCinema
Saturday 2
nd
August from 12.30pm to 2.30pm
Avengers Assemble @TheRitzCinema
Saturday 2
nd
August from 7.30pm to 10pm
Summer Hols Kids Season - The Lego Movie
Tuesday 5
th
August from 12.30pm to 3pm
Summer Hols Kids Season - Muppet Most Wanted
Tuesday 12
th
Summer Hols Kids Season - Frozen
Tuesday 19
th
Who Convention 2014 @TheRitzCinema: Saturday 23th August 11am to 10pm
A spectacular convention event to Lincoln with ALL things Current & Classic Who.
Who Con 2014 - hosted by the 6
th
Doctor, Colin Baker
With guests confirmed so far...
Nicola Bryant - Peri Brown
Gareth David-Lloyd - Ianto Jones (Doctor Who & Torchwood)
Simon Fisher-Becker - Dorium Maldovar
Colin Spaull - Mr Crane (The Age Of Steel / Lilt - Revelation Of The Daleks)
Nick Joseph (Doctor Who & Star Wars)
We are pleased to announce yet another fantastic guest lined up for Who Con 14. Actor,
writer, teacher, biographer & son of 2
nd
Doctor, Patrick Troughton...
Michael Troughton will be attending as a guest, talking about his book - a biography of 2
nd

Doctor Patrick Troughton, a Q&A and talk about his father. This a great opportunity for any
2
nd
Doctor fans out there - come and meet Michael and grab a signed copy of his book.
TICKETS ARE HIGHLY LIMITED FOR THIS EVENT SO DON'T MISS OUT.
Standard Ticket Entry 11am - 6pm
Deluxe Ticket Entry 10am - 8pm
(NB Deluxe tickets also include entry to the evening event "My Dalek Has A Puncture" with
Simon Fisher-Becker. Standard ticket holders need to buy tickets separately from the event
page)
Summer Hols Kids Season - Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2
Tuesday 26
th
Summer Hols Kids Season - Escape From Planet Earth
Tuesday 2
nd
September from 12.30pm to 2.30pm

The Showroom
Tritton Road
Lincoln
LN6 7QY
t. 01522 508360 www.theshowroom.org.uk
HOLIDAY CLUBS
Football Holiday Club: Monday 28
th
July to Friday 1
st
August 10am - 5pm daily
For ages 6+. 5 per day. Pre-booking required.
Parkour Holiday Club: Monday 4
th
August to Friday 8
th
August 10am - 3pm daily
For ages 8+. 10 per day or 45 for the week. Pre-payment and pre-booking required.
Performance Week: Monday 18
th
August to Friday 22
nd
August 10am-3pm daily
For ages 8-16. 10 per day or 45 for the week. Stage Lighting, Dance Workshops,
Clowning, Musical Theatre, Street Dance, Puppetry. Pre-payment and pre-booking
required.
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Pizza Making: Tuesday 29
th
July 1pm-3pm 4pm-5pm 2
Quids In: Wednesday 30
th
July, 6
th
, 20
th
& 27
th
August 9am-5pm 1
Street Dance: Thursday 31
st
July 10am-12pm 2
Late Night Movie Night Open till 11pm: Friday 1
st
August & 29
th
August 12+ | 2.50
Sports Challenge: Monday 4
th
August 1pm-3pm 2
August Crazy Crafts: 5
th
, 7
th
, 19
th
, 21
st
& 26
th
10am-12pm 2
Graffiti Workshop: Friday 8
th
August 10am-4pm 8+ 3
Cake Making: Friday 22
nd
August 1pm-3pm
Sports Challenge: Friday 22
nd
August 10am-12pm
Sports Challenge: Thursday 28
th
August 1pm-3pm 2
Quids-In! Youth Clubs & Family Days
Quids-In! Youth Clubs at the Showroom offer members free-play & activities for just 1.
We run Youth Clubs for different age groups on different nights, but the Quids-In! price is
the same - 1!
Entry entitles members to freeplay on all arcade games, pool tables, air hockey, table tennis,
bowling and the sports cage, as well as arts & crafts, facilitated team games and other
activities. We even offer a fully supervised 'Junior Youth Night' on Mondays for our younger
members! Saturdays are Quids-In for all ages; families welcome!
Monday 4pm-6pm, ages 6-11
Monday 6pm-9pm, ages 11-25
Tuesday 6pm-9pm, ages 11-14
Wednesday 6pm-9pm, ages 11-25
Thursday 6pm-9pm, ages 14-25
Friday 6pm-9pm, ages 11-25
Saturday 10am-5pm, all ages, families welcome!

The Venue
Bishop Grosseteste University College
Longdales Road
Lincoln
LN1 3DY
e. thevenue@bishopg.ac.uk www.thevenuelincoln.co.uk
Used primarily as a Drama and Performing Arts theatre by the BG students during the
daytime, The Venue has been completely refurbished and now also boasts modern digital
projection equipment and Dolby surround sound enabling anyone to book tickets to see
some fantastic films. The Venue is also equipped with satellite receivers enabling us to
occasionally screen some of the great theatre, opera and music productions live, from
around the world.

Theatre Royal
Clasketgate
Lincoln
LN2 1JJ
t. 01522 51 99 99
e. enquiries@lincolntheatreroyal.com www.lincolntheatreroyal.com

This 481 seat venue hosts a wide range of performing arts including ballet, opera, drama,
comedy, tribute bands, pantomime and more.

Yarborough Leisure Centre
Riseholme Road
Lincoln
LN1 3SP
t. 01522 873600 www.activenation.org.uk/yarborough-leisure-centre.aspx


North Kesteven

North Kesteven District Council www.n-kesteven.gov.uk/visitors/leisure
facilities.

..Did You Know?

British Summer Time 2007 marked 100 years since British Summer
Time was first proposed by William Willett. Changing the clocks for summer time
is now an annual ritual in Britain and countries around the world.

Bassingham Village Show 9
th
August 2pm - 5pm
Traditional village show, with car boot, band, displays, childrens games and events and
more. Parking available.

Cogglesford Mill
East Road
Sleaford
NG34 7EQ
t. 01529 309409
e. info@cogglesfordmillcottage.co.uk www.cogglesfordmillsleaford.co.uk
Situated on the banks of the River Slea, this fully restored working mill has a long and
fascinating history. Millers have produced flour on the site for over a thousand years.
Organic stone ground flour produced in the mill is sold in the mill shop.

Doddington Hall
Doddington
LN6 4RU
t. 01522 694 308
e. info@doddingtonhall.com www.doddingtonhall.com
Sculpture in the Garden Exhibition: Saturday 2
nd
August to Thursday 7
th
September
11am - 4pm
Month-long display the largest in the Midlands, with over 300 pieces by national and
international sculptors. See full exhibition for normal garden entry price (adult 6; 14 and
under 3; family 15). All work for sale.

Girls & Boys Football Skills School
Branston Astro Court and Pavilion
Moor Lane
Branston
Lincoln
LN4 1LE
t. Alan 0844 822 6397
e. lincoln@activesoccer.co.uk www.activesoccer.co.uk/areas/lincoln
Wednesday 30
th
July & Wednesday 6
th
August 5pm to 7pm
Active Soccer provide fun, healthy and inclusive coaching to girls and boys age 3-11 years.
All coaches are CRB checked, FA and First aid qualified.
Wednesday Evenings - Branston Astro Court
5pm - 6pm for 3-6 year olds
6pm -7pm for 7-11 year olds
Only 2.50 per session

Heckington Show
Hall Grounds
Eastgate
Heckington, Sleaford
NG34 9JF
t. 01529 461823
e. secretary@heckingtonshow.org.uk www.heckingtonshow.org.uk
Heckington Show: Saturday 26
th
& Sunday 27
th
July
9.30am - 6pm (firework concert from 7pm)
Largest village show in England. True family day out, with animals, entertainment, activities
for children, and more. Adults 8, children 3.

Hirebike
t.01522 370 143 www.hirebikelincoln.co.uk
Take your children on a bike ride this summer holiday!
If your children want to go on a bike ride, but you don't have a bike rent one of our orange
hirebikes and get cycling!
More than 800 people have signed up to Lincoln's bike hire scheme hirebike which is a
short-term rental scheme for residents and visitors in Lincoln.
40 bikes available to hire from locations across the city including:
Newark Road (opposite ASDA)
Station Road
Hykeham Train Station
Birchwood Avenue (opposite Birchwood Centre)
Kingsley Road
Brayford Pool
Lincoln Train Station
Moorland Avenue (The Junction)
Bikes can be hired throughout the day. They are free for the first 30 minutes of every rental
and then 1 per hour. The price is capped at 4.00 for the whole day.
You can hire a bike in three easy steps:
1. Register Online at www.hirebikelincoln.co.uk or call 01522 370 143. Membership is
free, but you will be asked to purchase 5.00 worth of credit before you can hire your
first bike. Funds will be deducted as and when you use the bikes.
2. Unlock Receive a membership number and PIN input this at the hirebike station,
choose a bike and use the keypad to unlock.
3. Hire Get on your bike and off you go! You can return your bike to any of the stations
not just the one you hired from.
We are currently expanding the hirebike scheme with an additional six stations being
installed across Lincoln throughout July. Locations include Brant Road, Newark Road (near
Tiber Road), Burton Waters, Tritton Road and Skellingthorpe Community Centre.
Hirebike is delivered through Access LN6 at Lincolnshire County Council. Access LN6 is a
multi-million pound programme which increases opportunities for sustainable travel. It is
improving opportunities to walk, cycle, use public transport and car share, as well as making
improvements to infrastructure.

Kids Strut Funday 2014
Waddington Village Hall & Playing Fields
Mere Road, Waddington
Lincoln
LN5 9NX www.facebook.com/kidsstrutfunday
Kids Strut Funday: Saturday 16
th
August 16
th
12pm to 5pm
The fundraising team at KIDS Strut is organising a charity fun day to raise money to continue
supporting local disabled children, young people and their families. The charity supports
children aged from eight to 19 years old to achieve independence, social skills and self-
confidence.
The event will consist of a craft fair, live entertainment, bouncy castles, stalls, BBMF Flypast,
bike and car show, and much more. Entry to the event is free.

North Ings Farm Museum
North Ings Farm
Dorrington
Lincoln
LN4 3QB
t. 01529 833100
e. info@northingsfarmmuseum.co.uk www.northingsfarmmuseum.co.uk
Small agricultural and industrial museum with a Narrow Gauge Railway. The collection
includes tractors, oil engines, vintage machinery and a fairground organ. Steam and diesel
hauled passenger trains are operated on a 1/3 mile line around the museum. Please call for
details of opening times.

North Kesteven Sports Centre
Moor Lane
North Hykeham
Lincoln
t. 01522 883 311
e. northkesteven@harpersfitness.co.uk www.harpersfitness.co.uk/north-kesteven-centre

Shotokai Dojo Summer Karate Taster Classes
North Kesteven Sports Centre
Moor Lane
North Hykeham
Lincoln
LN6 9AG
t. 07769 698531
e. m.doolan@ntlworld.co.uk www.shotokaidojo.co.uk
The reasons we learn martial arts are for self-defence, self-awareness and personal
development. During karate training you will also experience fantastic benefits of personal
health and personal wellbeing.
Practising and teaching karate is a great sport to share with family and friends.
Summer 'Taster Classes' are as follows:
Monday: 6pm-7pm, 28th July, 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th August, 1st September
Wednesday: 6pm-7pm, 30th July, 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th August
Suitable for children aged 7 14 years; 5.50 per class.

Tattershall Castle
Tattershall
Lincoln
LN4 4LR
t. 01522 342543
e. tattershallcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/tattershall
Living History Fortnight: Monday 14
th
to Sunday 27
th
July 11am- 5pm
Travel back in time to the 15th century and immerse yourself in the ultimate medieval
experience as we bring the past to life before your eyes. Wander around the medieval
village, watch the artisans at work and witness the archers practicing their craft.
Normal admission charges apply
Centenary Celebrations, Celebrate with us! Friday 8
th
August 11am - 4pm
We cordially invite you to our centenary party. Celebrate with us one hundred years since
the castle was re-opened to the public after its restoration with family fun activities and
party games.
Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome. Free event (normal admission charges apply)
A Modern Magnificence - The projection: Saturday 9
th
August 7pm-9pm
Have a relaxing picnic in the grounds whilst listing to a brass band then sit back and see the
castle come to life like you have never seen it before. Visitors will experience 800 years of
history being projected onto the face of the Castle. The projection show will last
approximately 30 minutes. Free entry.
Romeo and Juliet: Friday 15
th
August 7.30pm - 9pm
Outdoor Theatre with the all-male company, The Lord Chamberlain's Men
Join the Lord Chamberlain's Men this summer for the world's greatest love story. With
action from the outset, jealousy, comedy, murder, banishment and the most famous
balcony in the history of theatre! Bring a picnic, settle back and be swept up in the romance,
the drama and the passion of Romeo & Juliet.
Booking Essential 01526 342543
Bring low back seating, blankets, a torch and a picnic to enjoy.
Adult 15, Child 10
Wildlife Day: Monday 25
th
August 11am - 4pm
What can you spot in our grounds? Learn about the varied wildlife that lives in the castle
grounds with talks, have-a-go activities, a fun trail and children's arts and crafts.
Booking Not Needed. Free event (normal admission charges apply). Dogs on leads welcome.
Falconry Display: Wednesday 27
th
August 11am- 4pm
Join our experienced Falconer flying his Birds of Prey in the castle grounds. Have a go at
handling the birds, learn about their peculiarities and watch them swoop and soar. Flying
displays at 12.30pm and 2pm.

The Hub Centre for Craft & Design
Navigation Wharf
Carre Street
Sleaford
NG34 7TW
t. 01522 308710
e. info@nationalcraftanddesign.org.uk www.nationalcraftanddesign.org.uk
The largest venue in England entirely dedicated to the exhibition, celebration and
promotion of contemporary and international craft and design.

The Natural World Centre
Whisby Nature Park
Moor Lane
Thorpe on the Hill
Lincoln
LN6 9BW
t. 01522 688868 www.naturalworldcentre.co.uk
Whisby Nature Park is a 150 hectare Local Nature Reserve located c. 7 miles south-west of
Lincoln comprising a complex of small, medium and large flooded gravel pits, which have
now become 'greened' by up to 40 years of natural colonization and most now show
superficially little sign of their industrial heritage. Visit the Natural World Centre for the
Boardwalk Caf, Eco-Zone Giftshop, Upper Gallery Exhibition, Childrens Events and
Activities and Whisby Nature Park where you can enjoy one of the many possible walks in
the countryside along six miles of way marked footpaths.
Winter Opening Hours (October - February): Weekdays 10am 4.30pm. Weekends 10am
5pm
School Holidays 10am 5pm
Summer Opening Hours (February-October): Everyday 10am 5pm.

The Pottery Painting Caf
47 West Bank
Sleaford
NG34 7QB
t. 01529 307694
e. bookings@thepotterypaintingcafe.co.uk www.thepotterypaintingcafe.co.uk
Ningz Kids Workshops AUGUST ONLY
Tuesday 5
th
August: Clay Cupcakes
Thursday 7
th
August: Build a Kite
Tuesday 12
th
August: Paint a Tote Bag
Thursday 14
th
August: Clay Whistles
Tuesday 19
th
August: Sew a Dinosaur
Thursday 21
st
August: Make a Monster
Tuesday 26
th
August: Clay Flower Bowl
Thursday 28
th
August: Origami Summer
10-12 noon. 8 per child. All materials included. Bookings only. Ages 6+
Closed Bank Holiday Monday 25
th
August. www.facebook.com/ThePotteryPaintingCafe

The Terry OToole Theatre
North Kesteven Centre
Moor Lane
North Hykeham
LN6 9AX
t. 01522 883311
e. terryotooletheatre@litc.org.uk
www.terryotooletheatre.org.uk
MaDD Performing Arts Summer School: Monday 28
th
July to Friday 1
st
August
9.30am - 3pm
An exciting week of music, dance and drama workshops for 8 - 14 year olds.
Cost: 60.00 for the week, including a Tshirt. Bursaries available by request.
Application forms available from the theatre box office, or contact artsNK on 01529 410595
for more information. Tickets: 60

Whisby Nature Park
Moor Lane
Thorpe-on-the-Hill
Lincoln
LN6 9BW
t. 01522 500676
e. whisbynp@lincstrust.co.uk www.lincstrust.org.uk/whisby-nature-park
Wild-Time: Bushcraft Club The Expedition Tuesday 29
th
July (all day) to Thursday 31
st

July (all day)
An opportunity for youngsters to take their bushcraft training further.
Please Telephone Whisby Education Centre for details on 01522 696926
195 per person. For 11 18 year olds
Wild-Time: Nature Tots Wednesday 6
th
August & Wednesday 3
rd
September
10am - 11am
Seasonal activities for the Under 5s. Join us as we venture outside and see what nature
holds for us today.
2 per child. Please book by calling 01522 696926

South Holland

South Holland District Council - www.sholland.gov.uk/leisure/whatson
facilities.

..Did You Know?

Summer occurs because of the way the earth is tilted toward the sun. The
hemisphere that is tilted in the direction of the sun experiences Summer and the
hemisphere that is tilted away from the sun experiences Winter.

Ayscoughfee Hall Museum
Churchgate
Spalding
PE11 2RA
t. 01775 764555
e. museum@sholland.gov.uk www.ayscoughfee.org
WW1 & Edwardian Weekend: Saturday 26
th
to Sunday 27
th
July
More details to follow
Children's Arts and Craft Activity: Thursday 31
st
July
Drop in sessions between 11am - 3pm; 2.50 per session
Diane Garrett exhibition in the Geest Gallery: Friday 1
st
to Sunday 31
st
August
Wednesday to Sunday 10.30am - 4pm
Ayscoughfee Adventurers - The Home Front: Sunday 3
rd
August
Find out what life was like on the Home Front during WWII
Two identical sessions: 11.30am - 1pm and 1.30pm - 3pm
Suitable for age 5 years and above; booking essential;5 per session
City of Lincoln Band concert on the south lawn: Sunday 10
th
August 2pm - 4pm
This is a free concert in the gardens; please bring your own seating.
th
August
Drop in sessions between 11am - 3pm; 2.50 per session.
V.J. Parade in Ayscoughfee Gardens: Sunday 17
th
August
Join us to commemorate Victory in Japan and the final end of WWII
Kirton Brass Band concert on the south lawn: Sunday 24
th
August 2 - 4pm
This is a free concert in the gardens; please bring your own seating.
th
August
Drop in sessions between 11am - 3pm; 2.50 per session.

Chain Bridge Forge
High Street
Spalding
PE11 1TX
t. 07960 587724
e.chainbridgeforge@gmail.com www.chainbridgeforge.sholland.org
Chain Bridge Forge Museum is open over the summer holidays. The Forge dates back to the
mid 1700's and has a working Blacksmith Chris Hammond who offers demonstration and the
opportunity to have a go.
The Forge is open for this experience every Wednesday and Friday between 10am and
12pm. The forge is also open on a Sunday afternoon 12pm till 3pm.

Crowland Abbey
East St
Crowland
PE6 0EN
t. 01733 211763 www.crowlandabbey.org.uk
Crowland Abbey is open daily for visitors, with tour guides on duty from 11am-3pm.
Children's trails, suitable for 8-12 year olds and families, are available in the church and the
monastery ruins. There has been a religious settlement in Crowland, dating from a
hermitage established by St Guthlac in 699AD, to what was probably the most powerful
Benedictine Monastery in the C15. It played an important part in the history of the country
in mediaeval times.
Follow the trail. There is no charge although donations are welcome.
Also visit Crowland's unique Trinity Bridge in the centre of this small market town.
Flower Festival: Friday 22
nd
to Monday 25
th
August 10am 4pm
Abbey Flower Festival (Note: 1 pm - 5pm on Sunday 24th). Crowland Abbeys annual flower
festival takes place on the August bank holiday weekend, when a band of extremely
talented ladies will be putting on a magnificent display of flower arrangements. Light
refreshments including tea, coffee, squash, sandwiches and home-made cakes will be
available each day. Other features include a variety of stalls and a grand raffle.
Transported Live - The Case of the Curious Suitcase: Monday 25
th
August
As part of the Community Events strand, Transported will be bringing arts activity to a
selection of community events in 2014 across Boston Borough and South Holland
Transported will be bringing The Case of the Curious Suitcase, by Rhubarb Theatre, to this

Deepings Raft Race 2014
River Welland
Bridge Street
Deeping St James
t. 0843 289 7064
e. info@deepingsraftrace.co.uk www.deepingsraftrace.co.uk
Deepings Raft Race 2014: Sunday 3
rd
August 12pm to 4pm
Wacky Race of home built rafts along the river Welland
The Deepings Raft Race 2014 will be held on 3rd August and is a hugely popular and well
supported community event.
Why not enter a raft, entry forms can be downloaded now. Come along on the day for a
family fun day out.

Diamondz DG Summer School
Moose Hall
Love Lane
Spalding
PE11 2PG
t. 07928 870118
e. diamondzdg@gmail.com www.facebook.com/diamondz.dg
Diamondz DG Summer School: 5
th
, 12
th
, 19
th
& 26
th
August
9am to 12.30pm & 12.30pm to 4pm
Fun activities lead by experienced and talented coaches to keep children on their toes this
summer. Activities include Street Dance, Singing, Disco, Cheerleading, Jazz, Crafts, team
building games and much more. For full details of activities contact us for a timetable.
(Additional cost for some crafts).
Age Range: 4-11 years
Cost: 10 full day, 6 half day
Places may be limited - check availability first.

Four Winds Equestrian Centre
Leaveslake Drove
Spalding
PE11 3QJ
t. 01775 640533 www.fourwindsequestrian.co.uk
Taking riders from the absolute beginner to the best they want to be. We provide lessons in
all disciplines of equitation including show-jumping, cross country and dressage at our
family run riding centre here in Lincolnshire. Please call for details of opening times.

Fun Farm Spalding
High Road
Weston
Spalding
PE12 6JU (adjacent to Baytree Garden Centre, Weston)
t. 01406 373444 / 01406 373111
e. spalding@funfarm.co.uk www.funfarm.co.uk
Gedney Flower Festival
Gedney Church (Cathedral of the Fens)
Gedney
PE12 0BZ
t. 01406 365436
Gedney Flower Festival: 24
th
27
th
July, from 10am
48th Flower Festival. Refreshments available. Entry and parking free. Disabled access and
toilets. Many stalls, including bric-a-brac, cakes etc.

Gordon Boswell Romany Museum
Clay Lake
Spalding
PE12 6BL
t. 01775 710599
e. enquiry@boswell-romany-museum.com www.boswell-romany-museum.com
Admission charged.
Experience a Romany day out in horse drawn Romany Vardo and enjoy a meal cooked over
a traditional Romany stick fire. There are also exhibitions and collections. Please call for

Gosberton Flower and Crafts Festival
Gosberton Baptist Church
Spalding Road
PE11 4NP
Gosberton Flower and Crafts Festival: Saturday 23
rd
to Monday 25
th
August
Saturday and Monday10.30am to 4.30pm; Sunday 12pm to 4.30pm.
Entertainment by U3A singers on Saturday afternoon. Sunday morning worship 10.30am
and Songs of Praise 4.30pm.

Laser Storm
High Road
Weston
Spalding
PE12 6JU
t. 01406 373111
e. enquiries@funfarm.co.uk www.laserstorm.co.uk
Action takes place in a darkened, pulsation and misty arena. You and your friends can just
pay and play, or be part of a group or party event. Plus party packages and laser cafe.

Past Inspired Burntwater
Spalding www.facebook.com/TangledFeet
Past Inspired Burntwater: Saturday 2
nd
& Sunday 3
rd
August
Join us for a weekend full of heritage-inspired fun suitable for the whole family, and
completely free! Nationally-acclaimed physical theatre company Tangled Feet have been
commissioned to produce a large-scale outdoor extravaganza to take place in Spalding on
Saturday 2
nd
and Sunday 3
rd
August.
Performances will take place at Springfields Shopping Centre on Saturday morning, and
Spalding Market Place and Chain Bridge Forge in the afternoon. In the evening at Twin
Bridges, they will produce a climactic pyrotechnic display including live music and fire
sculpture. The festival will then close at Ayscoughfee Hall on Sunday afternoon with a
community picnic and performance, and will include an opportunity to share your memories
of Spalding.

Peele Leisure Centre
Little London, Long Sutton
Spalding
PE12 9LF
t. 01406 366900
e. peele@harpersfitness.co.uk www.harpersfitness.co.uk/the-peele-leisure-centre
Kids Activity Camp: Monday 28
th
July to Friday 29
th
August
During the school holidays, many Harpers Centres introduce additional childrens activities
to the programme ranging from two hour activity sessions to full day care. The full day
camps combine a range of sporting activities for kids with creative arts, quizzes and theme
days and are very popular with the 5 11 year olds. Those which cater for the under 8 year
olds will be Ofsted registered.
Age Range: 8 - 14yr old
Cost: TBC

Spalding Can-Do Sports Club
Surfleet Village Hall
Spalding
t. Coralie Cross on 01775 840856
www.sholland.gov.uk/leisure/sport/search/multisports/disabled+sports.htm
The inclusive sports club caters both for children with disabilities and additional needs as
well as their non-disabled siblings and friends.
Some of the activities have included; Outdoor Gym Equipment, Football, Athletics, Boccia.

Spalding Castle Sports Complex
Albion Street
Spalding
PE11 2AJ
t. 01775 762178
e. SASpalding@harpersfitness.co.uk www.harpersfitness.co.uk/castle-sports-complex
Kids Activities Camp: Monday 28
th
July to Friday 29
th
August
During the school holidays, many Harpers Centres introduce additional childrens activities
to the programme ranging from two hour activity sessions to full day care. The full day
camps combine a range of sporting activities for kids with creative arts, quizzes and theme
days and are very popular with the 5 11 year olds. Those which cater for the under 8 year
olds will be Ofsted registered.
Come along to a fun packed day of various sports and activities for children.
Age Range: 5 - 12 years
Cost: TBC

Spalding Gymnastic Academy
Unit 8, Cradge Bank
Spalding
PE11 3AB
t. 01775 713599
e. info@spaldinggymnasticsacademy.co.uk www.spaldinggymnasticsacademy.co.uk
Summer Camp for Gymnastics: Tuesday 29
th
July to Friday 15
th
August (Tuesdays,
Wednesdays and Fridays)
Recreational: 9am 12pm
Fun and games with limited gymnastics agility. Activities include trampoline.
Advanced: 1pm - 4pm Learn skills on all apparatus including rebound and trampoline.
Age Range: 4-15 years
Cost: 5 per session

The Holiday Club at The Umbrella
The Umbrella
Westlode Street
Spalding
PE11 2AE
t. 01775 712359 www.facebook.com/pages/The-Umbrella/584004308285288
e. the holidayclub@live.co.uk
Under The Sea Adventures: Tuesday 29
th
July 10am 1pm
Suitable for children aged 2 - 6 years (parents must accompany for this activity) Join The
Holiday Club Team as they present 'UNDER THE SEA ADVENTURES' which will include
designing and making little fish as well as other arts and crafts and activity games with an
under the sea theme!
Age Range: 2 - 6 years (parents must accompany children)
Cost: 7.50 per child
Photo Fun Day: Wednesday 30
th
July 10am 1pm
Working in small groups, children will work on poses for a special photograph. They will
then design and decorate their own photo frames and include their picture ready to take
home.
Pirates & Princesses: Monday 4
th
August 10am 1pm
Join the Holiday Club team for Pirate and Princess themed games and arts and crafts
activities.

Grow & Create: Wednesday 6
th
August 10am 1pm
Join The Holiday Club team to decorate your own plant pot and learn how to care for a seed
in order to plant it and take home with you. Discuss other plants and fruits that can be
grown at home and make yummy fruit kebabs with a few sweetie treats here and there too!
Fun With Food: Monday 11
th
August 10am 1pm
Join The Holiday Club team for this one day fun food activity. You will have the opportunity
to design and make your very own food animals such as banana caterpillars, lady bug apples
and strawberry snakes!
Big Messy Art: Tuesday 12
th
August 10am 1pm
Getting messy whilst having lots of fun! Finger Painting, Hand Painting and other messy
techniques are required for this activity to create works of art! (Wearing old clothes or
bringing an apron with you is strongly advisable).
A Trip to The Seaside: Wednesday 13
th
August 10am 2pm
Join The Holiday Club team for fun seaside themed activities which will include making your
own slushie, creating a beach in a bottle and doing a spot of fishing! It's guaranteed to be
buckets of fun!
Disney Party: Thursday 14
th
August 10am -1pm
Dress up as your favourite Disney character, prince or princess and join The Holiday Club
team for Disney themed games, Disney Trivia, as well as learning songs and dances to your
favourite Disney songs!

The Owl Centre
Baytree Nurseries & Garden Centre
High Road
Weston
Spalding
PE12 6JU
t. 01406 372840
e. owls@baytree-gardencentre.com www.baytreeowlcentre.co.uk
One of the largest and most varied selections of owls and birds of prey you will ever see,
combined with a large indoor flying arena, the Baytree Owl centre provides a unique
interactive experience for all ages. Over 100 birds of prey are on display, some in breeding
pairs, some just resting between flights in the arena. Some birds can be handled (under the
supervision of the resident falconer).

The South Holland Centre
Market Place
Spalding
PE11 1SS
t. 01775 764777
e. shcentre@sholland.gov.uk www.southhollandcentre.co.uk
Music In The Market Place: Friday 29
th
August 12pm to 5pm
An afternoon of lively music in Spalding Market Place
The South Holland Centres Youth Takeover group is linking up with Young Cut from Lincoln
Drill Hall to bring you another exciting extravaganza of music and merriment! This year,
Music in the Market Place will be spread across two days starting in Spalding town centre on
Friday 29 August and finishing at Lincoln Drill Hall on Saturday 30 August. This mini-festival
promises to be better than ever before featuring young artists from across the county.
Free just turn up!

Transported
Office Address:
Holbeach St. Marks Community Association Building
Sluice Road
Holbeach St. Marks
PE12 8HF
t. 01406 701006 / 01406 701013 www.transportedart.com
Public Art Display - Transported Deckchairs: Friday 18
th
July at 10am to Monday 28
th
July
at 4pm
Artist David Mackie worked with members of the local community during the consultation
phase of Transported to design a series of deckchairs celebrating the uniqueness that is
Boston and South Holland. All ninety deckchairs will be reunited in a public exhibition at
Springfields between Friday 18
th
and Monday 28
th
July. Make sure you put a note in your
diary to see these gorgeous mobile artworks all together for the first time, and if you
designed one, wed love it if you came along so you can find your deckchair.
Free
Venue: Springfields Outlet Shopping & Festival Gardens, Camelgate, Spalding PE12 6EU
Contact: 07747271823 or email: TransportedNatalie@litc.org.uk
Open Book Workshop: Storyville Donington
Friday 25
th
July & Friday 1
st
Venue: Donington Library, 25 High Street, Donington PE11 4TA

Creative Consultation - Sound Walk: Monday 28
th
July 11am 12.30pm

Over the summer, musician and artist, Rebecca Lee will be exploring sound and sense of
place in Sutton St James, Holbeach St Johns, Moulton Chapel, Moulton Seas End, Quadring
and Bicker. The project encourages people to listen afresh to the sound vibrating around
these Fenland villages.
Rebecca is visiting community groups and events and welcomes all suggestions to help
record a collection of contemporary village sounds. She will use the sounds to create a
series of audio documentaries that respond to the conversations with local people. The
project will culminate with Tulip Radio broadcasting the documentaries out to listeners all
over the district.
Rebecca welcomes everyone to join her on Monday 28
th
July for a free sound walk, starting
at Quadring Village Hall. All ages are invited for a gentle walk with listening, drawing and
recording activities.
For more information, visit the Outside Broadcast website or contact Lauren on 07747
271824 or email: TransportedLauren@litc.org.uk
Creative Consultation - Sound Walk: Monday 28
th
July
Quadring Village Hall 11am 12.30pm & Moulton Chapel Village Hall 3pm 4.30pm
Over the summer, musician and artist, Rebecca Lee will be exploring sound and sense of
place in Sutton St James, Holbeach St Johns, Moulton Chapel, Moulton Seas End, Quadring
and Bicker. The project encourages people to listen afresh to the sound vibrating around
these Fenland villages.
Rebecca is visiting community groups and events and welcomes all suggestions to help
record a collection of contemporary village sounds. She will use the sounds to create a
series of audio documentaries that respond to the conversations with local people. The
project will culminate with Tulip Radio broadcasting the documentaries out to listeners all
over the district.
All ages are invited for a gentle walk with listening, drawing and recording activities.
For more information, visit the Outside Broadcast website or contact Lauren on 07747
271824 or email: TransportedLauren@litc.org.uk
Past Inspired Forged: Saturday 2
nd
& Sunday 3
rd
August
Join us for a weekend full of heritage-inspired fun suitable for the whole family, and
completely free! Nationally-acclaimed physical theatre company Tangled Feet have been
commissioned to produce a large-scale outdoor extravaganza to take place in Spalding on
Saturday 2
nd
and Sunday 3
rd
August. Performances will take place at Springfields Shopping
Centre on Saturday morning, and Spalding Market Place and Chain Bridge Forge in the
afternoon. In the evening at Twin Bridges, they will produce a climactic pyrotechnic display
including live music and fire sculpture. The festival will then close at Ayscoughfee Hall on
Sunday afternoon with a community picnic and performance, and will include an
opportunity to share your memories of Spalding.
Venue: Spalding
Contact on 07747 271825 or email: TransportedElizabeth@litc.org.uk
Open Book Performance - The Librarians: Tuesday 19
th
to Friday 22
nd
August
Free Performance.
Shhhhh! Something unusual is happening in your local mobile library
Lose yourself in a fictional frenzy of paperback puppetry, scale the shelves with a chorus of
thesaurus, discover dance in the romance and mime in the crime (section).
See your mobile library like never before with our contrarian librarians! Theyre certainly not
bookish!
The Mobile Library Visits:
Tuesday
Moulton Seas End Village Hall 10am to 11am
Moulton, Westmorland Road 11.15am to 12.15pm
Moulton, Village Green 12.50pm to 1.50pm
Whaplode, Irby Crescent 2.15pm to 3.15pm
Wednesday
Swineshead 2pm to 4pm
Thursday
Tydd St Mary, Kiln Drive 10.15am to 10.45am
Lutton, Village Hall 11am to 12pm
Gedney Dyke, Roman Way 12.15pm to 12.45pm
Saracens Head, Saracens Head Public House 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Friday
Gosberton, Field Close 10am to 11am
Gosberton, Godfrey Avenue 11.05am to 11.35am
Gosberton Risegate, Five Bells 12pm to 12.30pm
Surfleet, Colbeach Lane 1.15pm to 13.45pm
Quadring, Layby on Main Road 2pm to 2.30pm
Swineshead North End 3pm to 3.30pm
Contact 07747 271820 or email: TransportedRosie@litc.org.uk
Transported Live - The Case of the Curious Suitcase: Monday 25
th
August 11am - 4pm
Crowland Abbeys annual flower festival takes place on the August bank holiday weekend.
Transported will be bringing The Case of the Curious Suitcases, by Rhubarb Theatre, to this
Venue: Crowland Flower Festival, PE6 0EN
Contact: 07747271823 or email: TransportedNatalie@litc.org.uk
Transported Live - Fen Boy: Daily Wednesday 27
th
to Sunday 31
st
August
Strangeface are a prestigious mask and puppet theatre company who Transported have
commissioned to create Fen Boy, a story based on Lincolnshires principle themes of
agriculture, horticulture and food processing. Using specially commissioned music, the piece
will be suitable for all the family, will be performed using a haulage trailer as a stage and will
travel from community to community in South Holland and Boston Borough over a period of
five days.
Contact 07747 271820 or email: TransportedRosie@litc.org.uk

Unique Cottage Studios
Fulney Lane South
Spalding
PE12 6FA
t. 01775 766698
e. uniquecottagestudios@gmail.com www.uniquecottagestudios.co.uk

Pottery Painting with Doodles: Thursday 24
th
July to Saturday 6
th
September (Tuesdays,
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays) 10am - 4pm
Pop in and paint pottery, there's no need to book.
Suitable for all ages, from tiny baby footprints to adults. There are a wide variety of items to
decorate starting from 4 that will appeal to boys & girls alike.
Contact Anna & Lucy on 07940 449424 or 07907 921108
Or email: mail@doodlecrafts.co.uk or see their website www.doodlecrafts.co.uk
Kids Drawing and Painting with Ernie Butler: Wednesdays 30
th
July & 20
th
August
10am - 11am
Come and enjoy a fun drawing and painting class.
Contact Ernie Butler on 07581 425722, email: ernie.butler@gmail.com or see website
www.erniebutler.com
5 per person
Family Pottery with Rebecca: Saturday 26
th
July & Friday 8
th
August
10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm
Make all manner of pots, characters, animals etc from air drying clay. The work can then be
taken home for painting.
Maximum of 15 per session. Children under 6 to be accompined by an adult.
8 per person or 28 for a family of 4
To book email uniquecottagestudios@gmail.com or pop into the cafe.
Family Fun Day: Saturday 2
nd
Come along to our Family Fun Day and have a go at a variety of arts and crafts from pottery
and stained glass to textiles and fabric painting.
Suitable for all the family, there will be a combination of items to make and take home, as
well as community projects to join in on that we will later display at the studios.
The winners of our scarecrow competition will be announced, with the entries on display,
and we'll be entertained by Spalding Children's Choir. There'll also be face-painting for the
children and any adults that fancy a go too!
We'll have further details of our scarecrow competition soon, which will be open to under
18's and can be a solo or group entry.
FREE ENTRY

Welney Wetland Centre
Hundred Foot Bank
Welney
nr Wisbech
PE14 9TN
t. 01353 860711
e. info.welney@wwt.org.uk www.wwt.org.uk/visit-us/welney
Summer Holiday Activities: From Thursday 24
th
July to Wednesday 3
rd
September
Everyday Open daily 9.30am - 5pm
This summer at WWT Welney Wetland Centre learn about birds, mammals and insects and
have fun exploring the different places they live in.
On Wednesdays join our volunteer to have a go at:
Moth identification
Bug hunting
Pond dipping
Owl pellet dissection
Self-led activities available everyday:
Pond dipping
Discovery trail
Craft activities
Bug hunting (backpacks available from the shop, age 4-8)
Cost: Included in admission
South Kesteven

South Kesteven District Council www.southkesteven.gov.uk (and go to the
Sports, Arts & Leisure section)
facilities.

..Did You Know?

The word honeymoon has associations with summer. The Pagans used
that name for the first full moon in June because they drank fermented honey
(mead) as part of summer wedding celebrations.

Belton House
Belton
Grantham
NG32 2LS
t. 01476 566116
e. belton@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/beltonhouse
Wildlife Explorers Club: Saturday 5
th
July & Saturday 2
nd
August 10am - 12pm
Hands on activities - a joint NT & RSPB venture.
Booking Not Needed. Free event (normal admission charges apply) Meet in the Discovery
Centre. Donations welcome - a small charge may be applied due to the nature of individual
activities.
More Information: The Learning Team t. 01476 542974; email: belton@nationaltrust.org.uk
Wild on Wednesdays: Every Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Pond dipping and bug hunting sessions throughout the day. Join our team by the Mirror
Pond. Booking not needed. Normal admission charges apply. All kit supplied but please
dress for outdoors.
More information: Leonora Harbord t. 01476 566116; email:
leonoraharbord@nationaltrust.org.uk
50 Things Friday Challenge: Every Friday 1pm - 4pm
Meet our Play Team by the picnic tables - for a different 50 Things Challenge each Friday.
Activities start at 1pm, 2pm & 3pm.
Booking not needed. Normal admission charges apply.
More information: Leonora Harbord t. 01476 566116; email:
leonoraharbord@nationaltrust.org.uk
The Pantaloons' History of Britain: Friday 25
th
July 7pm 8.30pm
Theatre in the Garden with Pantaloons Theatre Co, who return to Belton with an irresistible
blend of music, puppetry and high energy storytelling. Come early for a Belton BBQ.
Booking essential t. 01476 566116. Normal admission charges apply. Under 5's free.
No BBQ's or naked flames.
6pm start for picnics, 7pm for performance.
Adult 12 (Advance), Adult 13 (On the day), Child 8 (Advance), Child 9 (On the day)
Play Day: Wednesday 6
th
Play Trail & Activity Trail - collect from Gazebo by Discovery Centre. Pond Dipping and Bug
Hunting sessions throughout the day. Meet our Team by the Mirror Pond.
Booking not needed. Normal admission charges apply. All kit supplied but please dress for
outdoors. Child 1 (per trail)
More information: Leonora Harbord t. 01476 566116,
e. leonoraharbord@nationaltrust.org.uk
Design Day Thursdays: Every Thursday 11am - 4pm
Special art and design-inspired activities, for families, throughout the day.
Booking not needed. Free event (normal admission charges apply). Call in at the Discovery
Centre to find out more (donations welcome).
Family Theatre in the Garden: Hugless Douglas - Friday 15
th
Blunderbus return to Belton with this delightful new show with an irresistible blend of
music, puppetry and high energy storytelling. Come at 5.30 for a Belton BBQ.
Booking essential. End time approximate.
Adult 12 (in advance), Adult 13 (on the day), Child 7 (in advance), Child 8 (on the day)
Upstairs Downstairs Servants Tour: Saturday 16
th
August 10am - 12pm
A look at the life of a servant in the big house, from the working areas below stairs to
service in the family rooms and attic accommodation.
Booking essential. We regret not suitable for less mobile visitors
All tickets 10 (incl hot drink)
Sense & Sensibility: Saturday 23
rd
August 7pm 8.30pm
Theatre in the Garden with the Chapterhouse Theatre Co.
Follow the Dashwood sisters as they follow their path and lose their hearts in a quest to find
the perfect balance of sense and sensibility. Booking advisable. Come at 5.30pm for a Belton
BBQ.
Adult 12 (in advance), Adult 13.50 (on the day), Child 8 (in advance), Child 9 (on the
day)

Belvoir Castle
Grantham
NG32 1PE
t. 01476 871002
e. harvey@belvoircastle.com www.belvoircastle.com
Firework Champions: Saturday 9
th
August. Gates open 5pm
Four fantastic firework displays choreographed to music. Firework Champions is proud to
produce this world famous event at Belvoir Castle. If you love fireworks or just want an
amazing evening out with friends and family then you've come to the right place - we'd love
to have your company on the night www.belvoirfireworks.co.uk

Bourne Leisure Centre
Queens Road
Bourne
PE10 9DX
t. 01778 421435
e. bourne@harpersfitness.co.uk www.harpersfitness.co.uk/bourne-leisure-centre
Includes a 25 metre leisure pool with wave machine, flume, water features and sauna. A
multipurpose sports hall with facilities for badminton, basketball, five-a-side football and
table tennis. Fitness centre with CV and resistance training stations, and a range of group
exercise classes. A range of coaching courses for children and learn to swim programme for
all ages and abilities. Please call for details of opening times.

Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool
Abbey Lawns
Abbey Road
Bourne
PE10 9EP
t. 01778 422063
e.enquries@bourneoutdoorswimmingpool.org www.bourneoutdoorswimmingpool.org
Operated and maintain by volunteers since 1990. Situated in the picturesque Abbey Lawns
close to the Town Centre the 50 yard near Olympic size heated pool is one of the largest of
the few surviving outdoor pools in the country. Contact for further details.

Bourne Woods/Kesteven Forest
Bourne
t. 01780 444920
e. northants@forestry.gsi.gov.uk www.forestry.gov.uk

Enjoy this wonderful woodland with picnic area and childrens playground, as well as a
sculpture trail. Ideal for walking, cycling or horse riding. One mile west of Bourne town
centre, off the A151 Colsterworth Road. Open 7am dusk.

Bulby Equestrian Centre
Bulby
nr Bourne
PE10 0RU
t. Helen Gilbert 01778 591186 www.bulbystables.com
Daily Summer Activities: Open Between 8.30am and 7.30pm
This summer will be packed full of fun, learning and games for all ages and abilities. From
tiny tots age 4+ to teens and beyond with pony and horse intro sessions to pony club and
horse days, shows and even our famous summer camps. We have a website full of
information, photos and all our summer dates.

Burghley House
Burghley Park
Stamford
PE9 3JY
t. 01780 752451
e. burghley@burghley.co.uk www.burghley.co.uk
Beastly Boring Burghley Tour: Daily at 10am (excluding Friday and Sunday)
A guided tour with a difference during the Summer Holidays from 19
th
July to 3
rd
September.
Be guided around by our costumed guides and find out all the grizzly gruesome and horrible
history associated with Burghley and the people who have lived here.
Admission is free with a House and Gardens ticket for the day, but numbers for the tour are
limited, so book your Beastly Boring Burghley day tickets here and your place will be
reserved. Your ticket will then give you access to the House and Gardens for the rest of the
day.
Each child will receive a free Beastly Boring Burghley Guidebook at the end of their tour.
Admission is free for Friends of Burghley, simply email: gemma.rigby@burghley.co.uk.
Newton Day at Burghley: Friday 25
th
July
Aimed at families with children aged 8 to 14 this is a wonderful opportunity to learn about
the remarkable discoveries made by Sir Isaac Newton, a local man and one of the greatest
Scientists and Mathematicians of all time. These FREE hour long sessions including a short
presentation on aspects of Newtons work followed by hands-on activities introducing
aspects of Newtons discoveries; 'Making a Rocket', 'Creating a Colour Wheel', 'Fashioning a
Newton Wig', 'Building a Hovercraft' and 'Big Splat' demonstration!
Numbers of child places will be strictly limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Parents do not need to book tickets.
Organised by the Institute of Physics Teacher Network these sessions are devised and led by
Students and Physics Teachers.
Summer Holiday - Drop In Craft Workshops: Monday 28
th
July to Friday 29
th
August
12pm - 4pm
Join us during the school Summer Holidays for our monster themed drop in workshops,
running weekdays from Monday 28
th
July to Friday 29
th
August (excluding Saturdays and
Sundays)... we think they are monstrously good! Workshops will be taking place between
12pm - 4pm in the Sculpture Garden Classroom, adjacent to the Gardens of Surprise and are
ran by our Education Department and will include making giant monster feet, dancing
dragons and many eyed masks.
Admission is included with a House and Gardens or Gardens only ticket and Friends of
Burghley and Gardens of Surprise Season Card members gain free entry.
Burghley Film Festival: Wednesday 30
th
July to Sunday 3
rd
August
The Burghley Film Festival returns this year at one of the countrys most beautiful outdoor
cinema locations with an extra night and even bigger 40 square metre screen! Taking place
on the South Lawn of Burghley from Wednesday 30
th
July to Sunday 3
rd
August the festival
will feature 5 nights and 4 days of fabulous films.
Wednesday 30
th
July - The Great Romantics
On our opening evening, Wednesday 30th July we will be showing a 'Great
Romantics' double-bill of Audrey Hepburn's iconic movie Breakfast at Tiffany's along
with Nicholas Sparks future classic The Notebook.

Thursday 31
st
July - Python Night
Thursday daytime will see the first of our family films with screenings of recent
releases Monsters University and Despicable Me 2, while Thursday evening will be
one of comedy classics with Monty Python and the Holy Grail and Monty Python's
Life of Brian.
Friday 1
st
August - Action and Espionage
Friday's films will follow an 'Action & Espionage' theme with daytime screenings of
The Incredibles and Johny English, staring Rowan Atkinson. While in last year's Friday
evening sell-out spot we will bring you the Bourne Identity and Oscar winner Argo.
Saturday 2
nd
August - Retro Revival Night
Saturday daytime will allow you to discover a new world with Epic and a magical one
with romantic fantasy Stardust! Saturday evening will definitely have a party feel,
with nobody putting Baby in the corner, in a double-bill of retro classics - Dirty
Dancing and 80's favourite Top Gun... you'll feel the need, the need for speed!
Come in costume! Do you think you'd make a good Iceman or could compete with
Jennifer Grey then come dressed up on the night. The best costume will win a
private tour of Burghley and a special afternoon tea for two in the Orangery
Restaurant.
Sunday 3
rd
August - Great Britain
Sunday daytime will see a double-bill of family favourite Disney classics Little
Mermaid and Bedknobs and Broomsticks. Why not join us for the close of the festival
on Sunday evening, almost 100 years to the day since Great Britain declared War on
Germany on 4th August 1914, when will be screening Steven Spielberg's award
winning adaptation of War Horse.
Stamford Kiwanis Family Fun Day: Sunday 10
th
August 10am to 5pm
A fun day of activities, entertainment, activity workshops and a myriad of learning
experiences for the whole family! Join us in Burghley Park to enjoy all the fun of the Fair, a
host of childrens activities, craft workshops, sporting tuition, dance sessions and all day
entertainment free of charge. There will also be delicious hog roasts, burgers, ice cream and
much more to indulge in. A fantastic family day out!
For further information please visit www.funday.stamfordkiwanis.org.uk
Burghley Fine Food Market: Sunday 24
th
August to Monday 25
th
August 10am to 4pm
Food markets with a difference. Come and meet more than 30 local suppliers in a
celebration of local produce with handmade cheeses, artisan breads, organic vegetables,
luxury sweet treats and rare breed meats at one of our three seasonal Fine Food Markets.
The Courtyard. Open 10am to 4pm. Free admission.

Deepings Leisure Centre
Park Road
Deeping St James
PE6 8NF
t. 01778 344072
e. deepings@harpersfitness.co.uk www.harpersfitness.co.uk/deepings-leisure-centre
Camp Energy: Monday 28
th
July to Friday 29
th
August (not running on Bank Holiday
Monday) 9am - 4pm
Camp Energy will run on weekdays and will include a range of activities including football,
cricket, netball, arts and crafts, swimming and many more. Once a week the children will
have the opportunity to: participate in trampolining lessons, learn important lifesaving skills
by completing the Rookie Life-support qualification, learn essential water safety skills by
completing the Rookie Lifeguard Water Safety qualification, participate in leader led
martial arts classes
For ages 8 - 14 years.
(we advise you book prior to the day to avoid disappointment).
Cost: 6.50 for half a day and 13 for a full day.
Children are required to bring swimming attire, a packed lunch and refreshments. We also
advise that they bring sun lotion to put on for outdoor activities.

Deepings Raft Race 2014
River Welland
Bridge Street
Deeping St James
t. 0843 289 7064
e. info@deepingsraftrace.co.uk www.deepingsraftrace.co.uk
Deepings Raft Race 2014: Sunday 3
rd
August 12pm to 4pm
Wacky Race of home built rafts along the river Welland
The Deepings Raft Race 2014 will be held on 3rd August and is a hugely popular and well
supported community event.
Why not enter a raft, entry forms can be downloaded now. Come along on the day for a
family fun day out.

Fun Farm Grantham
Dysart Road
Grantham
NG31 7LE
t. 01476 562228
e. grantham@funfarm.co.uk www.funfarm.co.uk

Grantham Meres Leisure Centre
Trent Road
Grantham
NG31 7XQ
t. 01476 581930
e. grantham@harpersfitness.co.uk
www.harpersfitness.co.uk/grantham-meres-leisure-centre
Summer Sports Camps: Monday 28
th
July to Friday 29
th
August 8.30am 5.30pm
Join in the fun at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre and take part in a number of fun activities
including swimming, football, cricket, badminton and basketball.
For ages 8 14
Please call to book a place.
Grimsthorpe Castle
Grimsthorpe
Bourne
PE10 0LY
t. 01778 591205
e. ray@grimsthorpe.co.uk www.grimsthorpe.co.uk
Grimsthorpe Festival: Monday 25
th
August 10am - 7pm
Family fun, with music from over 100 bands, side shows, fun fair, classic car and bike show,
BBMF and more. www.grimsthorpefestival.com t.07711 705604
8 adult, 6 concession, free for infants. Free parking.

Guildhall Arts Centre
St Peters Hill
Grantham
NG31 6PZ
t. 01476 406158
e. granthamtic@southkesteven.gov.uk www.guildhallartscentre.com
NITS Goes Greek: Monday 4
th
to Friday 8
th
August 10am 3.30pm
As if there arent enough problems in Greece. No-one has any money and the tourists seem
to be staying at home. No one can be bothered to clean up the Acropolis and there seem to
be rumblings from Mount 0lympus. Noone believes all that stuff about Zeus and the gods
any more..or do they?
Nearly Instant Theatre Session (NITS) drama workshops are suitable for beginners and for
experienced performers, aged 6-16 yrs. The sessions are a fun and ideal way for young
people to spend part of their school holidays and meet new friends!
Performances: Friday 8
th
August at 3.30pm and 6pm. Tickets: 4 / 3 concessions
Your child will need a packed lunch. Drinks and confectionery are on sale at the Theatre
Cost: 75
New Youth Theatre Summer Camp - Shrek the Musical: Monday 18
th
to Friday 22
nd
August
10am 4pm daily
A great opportunity for young performers aged between 7 and 14 years to work towards a
mini production in 5 days. The workshop will include classes in acting, singing and dancing.
There will be a performance on the Friday afternoon (3pm-3.30pm) which is free to parents
and friends.
Book early as places are limited! www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/grantham
Cost: 80 for the week.
Marty MacDonalds Farm: Tuesday 26
th
August at 2pm
Come and join in the adventure to help Marty, Pongo the Pig, Molly-Moo the Cow and
Sheena the Sheep rescue their farm from Crafty and the Crows
Sing along to your favourite nursery rhymes in a live, interactive puppet show full of fun and
laughter, down on Marty MacDonalds Farm!
Directed by Tweenies creator Iain Lauchlan, Presented by Martin Parsons, Kate Ashmead
and featuring childrens TVs Justin Fletcher as the Voice of Pongo the Pig and Nicole Davis
as the Voice of Molly-Moo the Cow.
Marty MacDonalds Farm is particularly suitable for 3 7 year olds.
10 / 8 concessions / 35 family of four
*Please note that Justin & Nicole do not appear in person.
This performance will last approx 90 mins, including an interval.
LEGO Workshop - With Electro City Workshops: Wednesday 27
th
August
10am 12.30pm and 1.30pm 4pm
Have fun with a huge selection of LEGO bricks to build tall buildings, bridges, roads, parks
and railways and use batteries, bulbs, wires and switches to bring your creations to life.
With LEGO bricks, the possibilities are endless and are limited only by your imagination!
Ages 5-12 years
8 per session

Inspire+ :Olympic Sports Camps
e. sportscamp.inspireplus@gmail.com
t. 01476 578137 www.inspireplus.org.uk
A range of Olympic and Paralympic sports with coaching sessions (8.30am 5.30pm)
28
th
to 30
th
July & 4
th
to 6
th
August at Belton Lane Primary School, Grantham,
NG31 9PP
11
th
to 13
th
August & 26
th
to 28
th
August at Huntingtower Community Primary
Academy, Grantham, NG31 7AU
ages: 6 11 year olds
Booking: Prices start from 15 per child.
To request booking forms or for more information please contact Inspire+ on:
To book please fill in the application form and return with payment to: Inspire Plus, Olympic
Sports Camp, Belton Lane Primary School, Green Lane, Grantham, NG31 9PP

Kesteven Rideability
The Paddocks Riding Centre
Hough on the Hill
Grantham
NG32 2BE
t. 01400 250228 www.kestevenrda.co.uk
Therapeutic, recreational and competitive riding for people with disabilities in the Kesteven
area. It also gives both able bodied and disabled members of the community a chance to
meet and share a mutual interest.

Langtoft Stables Riding School
Langtoft Fen
PE6 9NX
t. 07703 743159 www.langtoftstables.co.uk
A small friendly riding school with a selection of ponies and horses to suit all ages and
abilities. Riding lessons are private, semi private or groups and are fully licenced and
insured.

Lets Play (Bourne)
The Hereward Centre
Cherry Holt Road
Bourne
PE10 9LA
t. 01778 425444 www.letsplaybourne.co.uk
Large indoor safe play and activity area for toddlers to 2 years (or over 49, whichever
first). In-centre restaurant and gift shop.

Live Sound- Youth Music Project
Jubilee Church Life Centre
1-5 London Road
Grantham
NG31 6EY
t. 01476 565117
m. 07824 660370
e. livesound@jubileegrantham.co.uk www.livesoundgrantham.weebly.com
This project is designed for young people aged 13 - 19 years in and around the Grantham
area, who may not have the opportunities to attend music lessons or learn new instruments
due to cost, those for whom English is not their first language and would like to improve
their spoken English in a new way, for those who feel isolated in some way or those would
just like to meet other young people with similar interests, have fun and enjoy being
creative with music and related technical media.
On the musical side there will be opportunities to learn instruments, join together to form
groups, bands, attend workshops, song writing and editing, socialise, open mic sessions and
performances.
We would also like to incorporate technical aspects into the project with opportunities to
learn sound, lighting, recording, stage management, filming, video creation and editing,
photography, and advertising. Tuesdays 3.30pm to 6.30pm & Thursdays 7pm to 10pm.
There is no cost for this project however places are limited and are subject to a simple
application process, through this places will be offered on a first come first served basis.
Contact numbers above for more information.

Not All Bad
Bourne Youth Centre
Queen's Road
Bourne
PE10 9DX
Contact Liz Nauyokas at Bourne Youth Centre on 01778 426134 or 07947 930542
www.notallbad.co.uk
Summer Boot Camps: 4
th
to 7
th
August; 11
th
to 14
th
August; 18
th
to 21
st
August & 25
th
to
28
th
August
Weekend Boot Camps under canvas in rural Lincolnshire for young people aged 11-16.
Self-discipline, confidence and tolerance training delivered throughout.
Activities based around team building. Experienced instructors with enhanced CRB/DBS. All
food, equipment and activities incl. 20 pppn discounts available for multiple bookings and
siblings.
Playdate
Stamford Recreation Ground
For more information call Jenny Wright on 07707 251342
Wednesday 6
th
August 11am 4pm
Foundations and Teenzone Stamford is taking part in this years National Play Day by hosting
our own event on the Recreation Ground! This is a fantastic chance for children, young
people and families to come together and take part in FREE different activities. These will
range from arts and crafts, messy play to games and sports. Bring a picnic and enjoy the
day!
For all ages and families
Booking: No booking required, however children below the age of 9 must be supervised by
an adult.

Sports Xtra - Adventure Xperience
Queen Eleanor School
Green Lane
Stamford
PE9 1HE
t. Sara on 0770 3030711
e. sara.strid-coughlan@sports-xtra.com www.sports-xtra.com
Adventure Xperience: Thursday 31
st
July and Friday 1
st
August 9.30am 4pm
Come along and learn some basic bush-craft skills such as shelter building, tracking and
making simple tools. Learn some of the survival secrets that adventurers and explorers have
used for centuries. If you love an adrenaline rush, then the Adventure Xperience is for you!
Children need to bring a packed lunch, snacks for breaks and plenty of water to drink during
the day. Suitable clothing, including outdoor clothing.
Ages: 5-11 years old
Booking: 18 per day, per child.

Stamford Arts Centre
2 St Marys Street
Stamford
PE9 2DL
t. 01780 763203
e. boxoffice@stamfordartscentre.com www.stamfordartscentre.com
Family Drumming Sessions - Monkey Bongos: Monday 4
th
August
3pm - 5pm & 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Come and celebrate your rhythmical spirit, making in the moment music with hand drums
and fun vocal chants. This facilitated drum circle is an easy and accessible way to have
creative expression, relax and be inspired and work for the musical unity of the group.
Suitable for all levels. Drums and percussion supplied or bring your own.
A great way to have fun and relax - Chris Rutherford (workshop attender)
6 - 106 years!; 5 per participant
War of Words - Summer Session: Tuesday 5
th
& Wednesday 6
th
August 10am - 4pm
A two day wordplay workshop with Stamford Poet Darren Rawnsley.
Have fun with words in this exciting writing and performance workshop for the summer
holidays. Perform your creations on the Wednesday afternoon at 3pm for friends and
family.
8 - 14 years; 30 for 2 days
Animated Movie Making - Deep Blue Sea: Wednesday 6
th
August or Thursday 7
th
August
10am - 4pm
Create sea creatures, characters and scenery using plasticine, card, fabrics, wire, driftwood,
and natural materials. Then work in small groups to make your characters come to life with
the magic of stop motion animation. Use laptops and cameras and then download your film
from the internet after the workshop.
Please bring packed lunch and drinks to keep yourself animated!
6 - 12 years; 25 per day
Acoustic Cafe (12-25 yrs): Wednesday 6
th
August 6pm- 7.30pm
If you enjoy strumming your guitar in your bedroom or singing into the bathroom mirror,
then our acoustic caf is for you! Were launching an open mic night, giving local musicians,
singers and writers aged between 12- 25 the chance to showcase their talents in the casual
and cosy atmosphere of the arts centre caf. Interested? Search for Stamford Acoustic
Cafe on Facebook. www.facebook.com/SACacoustic?fref=ts
This project is supported by Lincolnshire One Venues and the Paul Hamlyn Foundation.
FREE

Cardboard Cars or Carriages: Wednesday 13
th
August 10am - 3pm
Creative craft day with Liz Paige
Brumm, brumm, get ready to get creative in this action packed day which will include craft,
drama and stories! Old clothes essential or please bring an apron. Bring a packed lunch and
plenty to drink.
5 - 9 years; 20 for the day
Pirate & Fairies Creative Day: Tuesday 19
th
August 10am - 12.30pm/1.30pm - 4pm
Yo ho ho! Have fun walking the plank or shivering you timbers with Liz Paige!
These action packed sessions will include craft, drama and stories all on the theme of pirates
and fairies! Old clothes essential or please bring an apron and a drink.
6 - 10 years; 10 per session

Lego Workshop: Tuesday 26
th
August 10am - 12.30pm or 1.30pm - 4pm
Have fun with a huge selection of LEGO bricks to build tall buildings, bridges, roads, parks
and railways and use batteries, bulbs, wires and switches to bring your creations to life.
With LEGO bricks, the possibilities are endless and are limited only by your imagination!
5 - 12 years. (under 8s to be accompanied by an adult free of charge)
10 per session

Stamford Festival of Fun
Stamford Meadows
For any general information, contact Jenny Wright
t. 07707 251252
e. festival_of_fun@aol.co.uk
Friday 25
th
July to Sunday 3
rd
August 12pm late
A ten day event on Stamford Meadows with family attractions and events to entertain all
ages. With a manmade beach, fair rides, tug of war competition, arts and craft tent and
other activities run by Foundations and Teenzone, this is not to be missed! There will also be
special visits from childrens favourite characters, a Youths Got Talent competition and a
dunk tank for all those mums and dads!
No booking required. Just turn up there will be a small entrance fee but most activities will
be free of charge. To express interest in entering the talent competition (children and young
people), contact Teenzone on 01780 766446 (ext. 4)
Stamford Leisure Centre
Drift Road
Stamford
PE9 1UZ
t. 01780 765522
e. stamford@harpersfitness.co.uk www.harpersfitness.co.uk/stamford-leisure-pool
Lots of activities inc. leisure pool, water flume, wave machine, moving water elements and
beach area. Please call for details of opening times.

Stamford Shakespeare Company
Tolethorpe Hall
Little Casterton
PE9 4BH
t. 01780 756133
e. steve@stamfordshakespeare.co.uk www.stamfordshakespeare.co.uk
Annual season of plays in June, July and August at Rutland Open Air Theatre in the grounds
of Tolethorpe Hall. Take your seat protected from summer showers beneath the permanent
canopy and see a show like no other.

Summer Football Camps - One Touch Football
Harrowby Lane Playing Fields
Harrowby Lane
Grantham
NG31 9QY
t. Glenn Vaughan 07880 703784
e. glenn@onetouchfootball.co.uk www.onetouchfootball.co.uk
Summer Football Camps - One Touch Football: 13
th
to 15
th
August & 27
th
to 29
th
August
One Touch Football will be running fun, football development days during the summer
holidays. The sessions will be for BOYS & GIRLS from ages 4 to 14 and for beginners up to
more experienced players.
Cost: 9am till 3pm - 15 for the first day and 13 per day after or 50 for the week.
10am till 3pm - 12 for the first day and 10 per day after
OFFER 5 days for 50

Tallington Lakes
Barholm Road
Tallington
Stamford
PE9 4RJ
t. 01778 347000
e. info@tallington.com www.tallington.com
Loads of activities including water-skiing, wake-boarding, boating, jet ski, canoeing, sailing,
fishing, climbing, abseiling, zorbing, water zorbing, karting, tennis and swimming. Also a dry
ski slop with skiing and snowboarding lessons available. Lakeside bar, caf and
skate/snow/surf shop.

The Reel Cinema
St Catherine's Rd
Grantham
NG31 6TP
t. 01476 570046 www.reelcinemas.co.uk
2 Screen cinema in Grantham.

Woolsthorpe Manor
Water Lane
Woolsthorpe by Colsterworth
Grantham
NG33 5PD
t. 01476 860338
e. woolsthorpemanor@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/woolsthorpe-manor
Summer Holiday workshops - Bug hunting: 30
th
to 31
st
July & 13
th
to 14
th
August
11am 2.30pm
Keep your nose close to the ground as you search for creepy-crawlies around Isaac
Newton's orchard! A chance to get up close to nature and it's one of the 50 things!
Booking advisable. Timed workshops - book in advance or sign up for a workshop time on
arrival. Normal admission charges apply. Assistance dogs only are welcome. Activities for
children approx 5-12
Child 3 (tbc)
More information: Visitor Engagement Manager 01476 862823 or email:
rory.duffy@nationaltrust.org.uk
Summer Holiday workshops - Brightly-loudly-feely-smelly-tasty!
6
th
to 7
th
August & 20
th
to 21
st
August
11am 2.30pm
Experience the outdoors in a different way as you follow a trail around Woolsthorpe Manor.
Expect mess!
Booking advisable 01476 862823. Timed workshops - book a time in advance or sign up on
the day. Normal admission charges apply. As this will be a messy activity, we suggest old
clothes or things which don't mind water and other stuff. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.
Activities for children aged approx 5-12
Child 3
More information: Visitor Engagement Manager 01476 862823 or email:
rory.duffy@nationaltrust.org.uk
Amazing Science: Wednesday 3
rd
September 12.30pm - 3pm
Discover more about Isaac Newton's science, as told and demonstrated by one of our
Science Centre volunteers. Talks at intervals during the afternoon.
Booking not needed. Free event (normal admission charges apply). Suitable for groups.
Assistance dogs only are welcome.
West Lindsey

West Lindsey District Council www.west-lindsey.gov.uk/visitors-/-leisure
facilities.

..Did You Know?

The Dog Days of Summer refers to the weeks between July
3rd and August 11th. They are named after the Dog Star (Sirius) in the
constellation of Canis Major.

Broadbent Theatre
Snarford Road
Wickenby
LN3 5AW
t. 01673 885500
e. box.office@broadbent.org www.broadbent.org
The Broadbent Theatre is owned and run by amateur theatre company, The Lindsey Rural
Players.

Brookenby Community Centre
Kent Road
Brookenby
LN8 6ER
t. 01472399652
e. samcoulam@talktalk.net www.facebook.com/brookenbycommunitycentre
Brookenby Memorial Weekend Hosted by Happy Hearts: Saturday 2
nd
August
10am to 4pm
Craft stalls, cake stall for Macmillan, raffle for Help the Heroes, tombola, re-enactment,
demonstrations i.e. CPR, martial arts, dancing, aviation stall, lightning cockpits, fancy dress
adults and children. WW1 theme. Lincolnshire memories and memorabillia and loads more.
At 2pm there will be an unveiling of a new memorial to all personnel who served and
worked at RAF Binbrook on behalf of Air Fields of Britain.
In the evening there is a 1940's dance.
Price: Free

Caistor Arts & Heritage Centre
28 Plough Hill
Caistor
Market Rasen
LN7 6LZ
t. 01472 851605
e. admin@28ploughhill.co.uk www.28ploughhill.co.uk
Story Telling: Every Wednesday and Saturday 2pm - 3pm
Wednesday and Saturday afternoon story telling sessions. Parents can enjoy coffee and cake
in the comfort of our library whilst children are entertained with classic and modern stories,
all year round.
Volunteering for Young People: Wednesday 30
th
July 10am - 3pm
These short sessions will help you to find out about volunteering opportunities available in
the local area. Talks are completely free of charge however booking is essential. To book a
place please call 01427 613470 or email: westlindsey@voluntarycentreservices.org.uk
Sketching For Kids: Tuesday 5
th
August 2pm 3.30pm
Kids Session, learn sketching techniques. 6 includes drink and biscuits.
Ages 7-10 years, parents must stay in the centre.

Caistor Equestrian Centre
Moor Lane
Caistor
LN7 6SD
t. 01472 859341 or 07931 766207 e. info@caistorequestriancentre.com
www.caistorequestriancentre.com
Own your Own Pony: 28
th
July, 11
th
August, 18
th
August & 26
th
August 10am - 3pm
A fun way to learn day-to-day tasks involved with caring for a pony. Includes a riding lesson
& a hack or mounted games.
40
Children's Morning : 4
th
August & 19
th
August 10am 12pm
A morning for young children. Look after a pony, groom, tack-up and enjoy a riding lesson.
25
Children's Hack: 4
th
August & 19
th
August 1pm - 3pm
Hack for younger children (on or off lead-rein). Session includes preparing the pony.
25

Fun and Games: 5
th
August & 21
st
August 10am - 3pm
A fun day including activities such as hacking, cross-country, show jumping & mounted
games.
40
Picnic hacks: 25
th
July & 15
th
August 12 noon - 2pm
Enjoy a hack with a picnic-lunch provided.
30
Show Jump Schooling: 24
th
July, 7
th
August, 20
th
August & 29
th
August 10am 12pm
How to walk & ride a course, striding, jump off techniques & more
25
Cross Country Schooling: 6
th
August, 8
th
August, 25
th
August & 28
th
August 1pm - 3pm
Learn how to tackle different obstacles
25
2 & 3hr hack: 6
th
August, 8
th
August, 25
th
August & 28
th
August
Hack in the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds
3 Hr Hack 12 noon - 3pm
2 Hr Hack 1pm - 3pm
from 35
Water Jump Fun: 8th August 10am -12pm or 22
nd
August 1pm - 3pm
Just what it says - at our water complex
25
Dressage Training: 15
th
August & 27
th
August 10am 12pm
Learn what the judge is looking for and practice riding a test
25
Stable Management: 28
th
August 10am 12pm
Brush up on your horse care skills (unmounted)
20
Learn to Lunge: 27
th
August 1pm - 3pm
How to lunge to improve horse and rider.
20
Our horses & ponies are available for all activities, or you may bring your own. Combine two
activities on the same day for 40

Gainsborough Model Railway
Florence Terrace
Gainsborough
DN21 1BE
t. 01427 615871
e. gmrscontact@gmail.com www.gainsboroughmodelrailway.co.uk
One of the largest O Gauge Model Railways in the Country. A nostalgic, historical and
colourful opportunity to see how the London and North Eastern Railway was actually run in
the heyday of steam. Dozens of trains, formed from over 180 locomotives and over 400
items of rolling stock running on a total of over half a mile of track.
OPEN DAYS 2014
Saturday 23
rd
August & Sunday 24
th
August 1.30pm to 6pm
Monday 25
th
August Bank Holiday 10.30am to 6pm
Admission: Adults 4, Senior Citizens/Children 3, Family (2+2) 10

Gainsborough Old Hall
Parnell Street
Gainsborough
DN21 2NB
t. 01522 782040
e. gainsborougholdhall@lincolnshire.gov.uk www.gainsborougholdhall.co.uk
A Feast Fit for a King: Saturday 9
th
& Sunday 10
th
August 10am 5pm (last admission
4.30pm)
Join us for a mouth-watering display of delicacies chosen from the last 2000 years. Watch as
costumed characters re-create the dishes from Roman times through to Victorians. Pick up
an ingredient sheet at each display to complete your complimentary Historic Recipe' binder.
Then visit our caf where you can order your very own' Historic Platter' to sample all the
dishes of the day.
Demonstrations and binder are complimentary after paying Hall admittance.
Separate charge for 'Historic Platter' in caf.

Hall Farm Park
South Kelsey
Market Rasen
LN7 6PR
t. 01652 678822
e. enquiries@hallfarmpark.co.uk www.hallfarmpark.co.uk
Hall Farm Park is set in the grounds of a working farm in Lincolnshire. A wide selection of
friendly animals, some traditional and some rare breeds along with domestic pets. All the
animals can be touched and fed by visitors. At certain times of the day, some animals can
even be held or handled more closely.

Rand Farm Park
Rand
Lincoln
LN8 5NJ
t. 01673 858904
e. office@randfarmpark.com www.randfarmpark.com
Whatever the weather it's always a great day out!
Rand Farm Park is a genuine working farm for children of all ages to enjoy. You will find us in
rural Lincolnshire near the main A158 Lincoln to Skegness road, about two miles on the
Lincoln side of Wragby.
We have a large variety of animals for you to hold, feed, touch and cuddle. Our indoor
heated play areas ensure the fun doesn't stop when the weather's bad. There's also a
spacious tearoom, which seats up to 120, so everyone can treat themselves to a lovely
cuppa and a bite to eat after a day's fun and activity.
Open everyday 10am-6pm (summer) 10am-4pm (Winter)
Closed Christmas Day Boxing day and New Years Day.

Southrey Wood Walk with the Forester and BBQ
Southrey Wood lies between Bardney and Southrey, on the B1190
t. Jenny on 07747006452
e. jenny.boatwright@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Southrey Wood Walk with the Forester and BBQ: Friday 8
th
August 6pm till 9pm
Join the Forester for a guided walk around the woods to learn about wildlife and
management followed by a tasty BBQ.
7 per person
Sturdy boots recommended; Booking Essential; Dogs Allowed

Toy and Train Fair
Lincoln showground
Grange-de-Lings
Lincoln
LN2 2NA
Tuesday 5
th
August 10am 3pm
Run by the Julie and John Webb family, this traveling fair sees traders from all over sell their
classic and modern toys.
From vintage train sets to more recent action figures, it could be great to show your kids
what you grew up with.
Price: 2.50

Trinity Arts Centre
Trinity Street
Gainsborough
DN21 2AL
t. 01427 676655
e. TAC@west-lindsey.gov.uk
www.west-lindsey.gov.uk/visitors-/-leisure/arts-and-heritage/trinity-art-centre
Postman Pat: The Movie (U): Wednesday 30
th
July at 2pm
This animated movie finds Pat, everyones favourite postman, coming face-to-face with the
temptations of money, status and a shiny new suit when he enters a national TV talent show
competition that threatens to tear him away from his hometown of Greendale and his
family and friends.
Running time: 1hr 28mins
Tickets: 5/4
Maleficent (U): Wednesday 6
th
August at 2pm
In this stunning re-telling of the Sleeping Beauty story, the evil witch of the original tale is
wonderfully transformed into a powerful and very beautiful fairy named Maleficient. Hurt
by the world of men Maleficient strikes back only to realise that love and forgiveness is the
best magic.
Tickets: 5/ 4
King Silly & Friends: Saturday 9
th
August at 2pm
Join King Silly & Friends as they perform the greatest show on Earth! Well - the greatest
show in the Kingdom of Silly anyway!
Tom Beard (writer of BBC Television & Radio and childrens theatre stalwart) writes and
stars as King Silly and cant wait to bring you some amazing guests and acts from such shows
as Britains Got Talent, CBBCs The Slammer, Cs Milkshake, BBCs Somewhere over the
rainbow, CBBCs Aleshas Street Dance Stars and many, many more - please see
www.facebook.com/itskingsilly for the shows fantastic line-up and join in the fun!!!
The finest family friendly acrobats, magicians, jugglers, dance crews, jesters, mime artists
and puppeteers are gathering at the palace grounds to entertain King Silly - and as luck
would have it - you can be there too! This modern, fast paced extravaganza is jam-packed
with real live actual entertainment! There will be magic, mayhem, music, mischief and
maybe even a few surprises
King Silly & Friends is suitable for all ages from tiny tots to the young at heart. This
production is fully interactive, fun and lively - and afterwards you can come and meet the
shows performers as well!
So dont be Silly - come and see the show!
Tickets: 10/8
Zest Theatres Summer Challenge: Monday 11
th
to Friday 14
th
August from 10am 4pm
Interested in acting, writing, directing, and producing? Then join us for this years Summer
Challenge!
You and your new friends have got just 4 days to form your own theatre company and
produce a brand new production ready for a live audience to watch. Thats 4 days to write
it, rehearse it, produce it and perform it! Are you ready? GO!
Zest Theatres Summer Challenge is open to anyone aged -2 and best of all its FREE to
take part! Call your nearest venue to book your place NOW!
FREE performance on 14th at 5.3opm
How to Train Your Dragon 2 (PG): Wednesday 20
th
August at 2pm
Its been five years since Hiccup and Toothless successfully united dragons and Vikings on
the island of Berk. But peace is threatened by a nasty pirate and a battle for the security of
the homeland has to be fought and won. Astonishingly lifelike animation underpins this
terrific family film.
Tickets: 5/4
Pudsey the Dog: The Movie (U): Wednesday 27
th
August at 2pm
Winner of Britains Got Talent in 202 and maybe Britains most famous dog, Pudsey gets
his big screen outing in this sweet chuckle fest. Moving from the city to the countryside with
a loving family Pudsey has to save the day when a spiteful neighbour begins to threaten
them.
Tickets: 5/4

West Lindsey Leisure Centre
The Avenue
Gainsborough
DN21 1EP
t. 01427 615169
e. westlindseyinfo@everyoneactive.com
www.everyoneactive.com/tabid/1280/default.aspx
Gym fitness suite, 2 air-conditioned group exercise studios, 2 swimming pools, steam/sauna
rooms, sports hall, gymnastic training hall, kids party facility, special events, training,
meetings & conferencing facilities, cafs, purpose-built 3 rink indoor bowls. Please call for

Wharton Hall Farm
Wharton Hall
Blyton
Gainsborough
DN21 3NP
t. 01427 628375 or 07850711293
e. info@whartonhallfarmpark.co.uk www.whartonhallfarmpark.co.uk
A visit to the farm provides an opportunity for children and adults to see many rare and
traditional animals and birds in their natural environment. Please call for details of opening
times and activities.

Wragby Show
Goltho
near Wragby
t. 01522 754276 www.wragbyshow.com
Wragby Show: Sunday 31
st
August, from 9am
Classic vehicles, horticulture competitions, fun dog show, livestock, poultry, horses and
trade stands.

Woodside Wildlife and Falconry Park
Newball
Langworth
LN3 5DQ
t. 01522 754280
e. enquiries@woodsidefalconry.com www.woodsidefalconry.com
Woodside Wildlife and Falconry Centre, the perfect day out where the whole family can get
up close to our birds and animals.
Theres plenty to do indoors and outside. Daily flying displays with owls, eagles and falcons.
Get your hands on spiders, snakes and creepy crawlies in our reptile handling sessions.
Explore our mini rainforest with butterflies, plants and birds. Meet our monkeys, emus and
raccoons and watch our racing pigs and ferrets. Take a woodland walk, let the kids run wild
in the play areas and then wind down in our gift shop and tea rooms with home-cooked
Out of County

..Did You Know?

The names of the key summer months have Roman
origins. June is named after Juno, who was the wife of Jupiter. Marc Antony
named July after Julius Caesar and August was named after Caesars nephew,
known as Augustus.

Clare Cottage
Woodgate
Helpston
Peterborough
Cambs
PE6 7ED
t. 01733 253330
e. Info@clarecottage.org www.clarecottage.org
The John Clare Trust purchased John Clare Cottage in 2005, preserving it for future
generations. The Cottage has been restored, using traditional building methods, to create a
centre where people can learn about the English poet John Clare, his works, how rural
people lived in the early 19th century and also gain an understanding of the environment.

Cleethorpes Light Coast Railway
Lakeside Station
Kings Road
Cleethorpes
DN35 0AG
t. 01472 604657
e. contact@cleethorpescoastlightrailway.com www.cleethorpescoastlightrailway.co.uk
The East Coasts last remaining narrow gauge steam railway, a unique attraction not to be
missed! Lincolnshires Premier Narrow Gauge Railway. Gift shop & tea room.

Far Ings National Nature Reserve
Far Ings Visitor Centre
Far Ings Rd
Barton upon Humber
DN18 5RG
t. 01652 637055
e. faringscentre@lincstrust.co.uk www.lincstrust.org.uk/reserves/far_ings
Wild-Time: Nature Tots Thursdays 14
th
, 21
st
& 28
th
August 10am 11.30am
A fun new wildlife club for the under s. With seasonal activities for your wild little ones.
2 per child
Book by phone 01652 637055 or email: faringseducation@lincstrust.co.uk (please include
your phone number in your email so we can contact you).

Fit For Sport
Fit For Sport HQ, Fit For Sport Ltd
2nd Floor Conduit House
309-317 Chiswick High Road
London
W4 4HH
t. 0845 456 3233
e. enquiries@fitforsport.co.uk www.fitforsport.co.uk
Kids activities camps.

Magna Science Adventure Centre
Sheffield Road
Rotherham
S60 1DX
t. 01709 720002
e. info@magnatrust.co.uk www.visitmagna.co.uk

Enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities in their Sci-Tek and Aqua-Tek. There are many
activities to do in this hands-on centre where you can discover science and the magic of
animation.

Newark Rugby Club - Bouceabout Family Fun Day
Kelham Road
Newark
NG24 1WN
t. 01636 702355
e. post@newarkrugby.com www.pitchero.com/clubs/newark
Bouceabout Family Fun Day: Saturday 26th July Event 12pm 5pm
Newark Rugby Club is holding an event to raise funds for the new clubhouse.
We have linked up with www.Bounceaboutnewark.co.uk and will be having 20 bouncy
castles, including bungee run, jousting and sumo suits and numerous concession stalls with
face painting, candy floss and lots more!!
Free Shuttle bus from Zizzi; Unlimited rides wristbands 6.00 per child available from the
rugby club or on the day.
Fully licenced bar and BBQ
Come down and enjoy the fun!

Pleasure Island
Kings Road
Cleethorpes
DN35 0PL
t. 08445 040104 www.pleasure-island.co.uk
Discover the magic. Pleasure Island is packed with fun, thrills and spills! Whether its Dad
surging on the Hyper Blaster or Mum grooving to the Musical Time Machine a fantastic day
out is guaranteed for all.
Open from April September. Gates open at 10.30am. Closing times vary throughout the
year.

The Deep
Hull City Centre
Hull
HU1 4DP
t. 01482 381000
e. info@thedeep.co.uk www.thedeep.co.uk
The Deep explores the history of the ocean from the dawn of time to the present day. There
is a hands-on area for children including crabs, starfish and more.
Summer Holiday - Pole to Pole: Saturday 19
th
July to Monday 1
st
September
Chill out this summer at The Deep and help us support the Pole to Pole campaign. Learn
about the animals that live at the North and South Poles and some of the threats they face,
including our very own penguins!
See our newest residents swim, waddle and play in their new home in the Kingdome of Ice
as well as finding out about The Deeps efforts to help conserve penguins in the wild.
We have lots of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy including:
Pull the plug pledges make your very own pledge as to how you can reduce your
energy consumption at home and stick it on our pledge board. This could be by
simply unplugging your phone and tablet chargers or switching TV and game
consoles off at the wall instead of leaving them on standby. Lets all think of some
great ideas we can do!
Pole to Pole trail collect your trail sheet from the entrance turnstile and
complete it on your way around the attraction to be in with a chance of winning a
very special cuddly prize! Learn about what animals eat and what may eat them as
you go.
Art and craft corner (Cool Seas entrance) - enjoy fantastic face painting and
choose from a range of designs. Make your own mask and key ring and for all
those budding artists out there, we are also holding a colouring competition with
the chance of winning some artistic goodies from our shop! Pick up your Arctic or
Antarctic colouring sheet, create your own scene and send it back to us to be in
with a chance of winning!
Penguin film - follow our penguins' Trans-Atlantic journey to the UK from Texas
and see how their new home was built in our exciting film (footage supplied by
BBC Inside Out) at 11.30am, 1pm and 3:30pm in the Endless Oceans gallery.

You can also enjoy our amazing dive shows where our trained divers carry out animal
feedings each day at 2pm. Please ask staff for the location of the dive show on your visit.
These feedings take place at locations including Endless Oceans, Amazon Flooded Forest and
the Lagoon tanks throughout the week.

Dont miss our exciting scatter feeds at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm at the Lagoon of Light and our
Discovery Corner touch pool sessions where you can learn more about some of the smaller
species native to the UK including bumpy starfish, velvet swimmer crabs and spikey sea
urchins. You can join in these sessions at 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm,
3.30pm and 4.30pm. Please note sessions are subject to change.

The Jungle
Lakeside
Kings Road
Cleethorpes
DN35 0AG
t. 01472 291998 www.thejunglezoo.co.uk
Take a trek in the Jungle and experience the sights and sounds and smells of a tropical
paradise! Amongst an array of unusual exotic plants, The Jungle is home to a variety of
parrots, toucans, lemurs, toucans, guinea pigs, alligators, monkeys and reptiles including
giant snakes and iguanas. All weather attraction. Opens daily at 10am

Family Information Service
Monday to Friday 8am till 6pm
Customer Service Centre,
Witham Park House
Waterside South
Lincoln
LN5 7JN
Tel: 0800 195 1635
Email: fis@lincolnshire.gov.uk

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