Lifestyle Archive
(December 2015)

1 December 2015

Halloween Ball

Jubilee Park, Woodhall Spa (a charity run organisation) held their second annual Halloween Ball at the Petwood Hotel, Woodhall Spa on 31st October. The charity black tie event featured some added atmospheric effects too: dry ice in a cauldron and a large 8x8ft halloween themed framed picture adorning the wall, to name two. The auction Read more…

Georgian charm in the Wolds

For over 25 years, Normanby House in Nettleton, near Caistor, has been the much-loved home of Adrian and Susan Stringer. The property is a beautiful family home, originally a Georgian farmhouse which the couple have restored and renovated since moving in over twenty-five years ago. Whilst preserving many period features, Adrian, a builder, and Susan, Read more…

Gifts and memories

Steffie Shields shares ideas for Christmas As we daydream how to mark the season, is the joy of Christmas mostly in our minds? Our hearts? Or both? Memories of Christmas past float in. I wonder if misty sentiments gloss over reality. Last year my son-in-law chose to buy three kittens – Florence, Charlie and Fergal Read more…

Tinplate toys

Toys, unlike some antiques, have almost universal appeal. The attraction for collectors can be reminiscences of early childhood, and memories of their first toys, as well as the satisfaction of owning rare and valuable items. Most of the large salerooms now run regular auctions of toys and those auctions are often divided into specialist areas Read more…

Made in Sleaford

Speed chasing entrepreneur Richard Noble used the inaugural Made in Sleaford showcase of local manufacturing excellence to highlight the need for more scientists and engineers. As keynote speaker at the celebration of industry and innovation just within the confines of Sleaford town, Richard Noble praised the Council for its initiative and the excellence of local Read more…

Festive fashion

Daring colour, luscious lace, or glittery tassels can all help you to strut your fever for the festive season this year, at your work do, family gathering or the year’s best party. Feeling wild and confident? Choose an outfit which emphasises your figure. But if that’s not your style, go for a more hidden look Read more…

Bold, not baggy

Find your inner rebel and be bold this winter. A stylish straight coat or a punchy poncho will look striking, with a contrasting pattern or darker shades of colour. Also add a classic hat, some shades, or a neck scarf to create depth to your daring demeanour. The look will work dressed up or dressed Read more…

Giant Store Lincoln launches at Doddington Hall

Doddington Hall is the home of a new innovative cycling store offering cyclists of all ages and abilities expert advice and products by global bicycle manufacturer and retailer, Giant. The store held a launch evening where guests, including the Bishop of Lincoln, Rt Revd Christopher Lowson, were some of the first to explore the new Read more…

BMW 7 Series launch

Guests invited by Marshall BMW in Grimsby and Scunthorpe were treated to an exclusive preview event at the prestigious Forest Pines Golf and Country Club Hotel on 22 October. The event began with a champagne and canapé reception and a welcome speech from Head of Business at Marshall Scunthorpe, Colin Woods. The main star of Read more…