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Tastes of Lincolnshire
Tastes of Lincolnshire – the county’s very own food and drink accreditation scheme - run food fairs and events throughout the year to promote the county’s fantastic, home grown produce. For the full list of events go to www.tastesoflincolnshire.com
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Farmers Markets
With the county’s rich food and farming heritage it seems only right that we have a series of regular Farmers markets to celebrate some of the finest home grown produce in the country. From Lincoln Red beef to the nationally recognised Lincolnshire Sausage, locally reared Ostrich meat to fresh Grimsby fish, Lincolnshire cheeses, plumbread and ice-creams - these markets give you the chance to sample some of our local delicacies and talk to the producers. Farmers markets can be found in most Lincolnshire towns at varying times throughout the month.
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Craft and Artists Markets & Fairs
Local crafts and traditions have long been celebrated in the county at out regular weekly markets however at specialist Craft and Artists markets you will find a whole host of stalls to tempt you. From handmade gifts and jewellery to local photography, painting, glassware and ceramics there will be something to tempt any taste. For details of the regular markets head to www.visitlincolnshire.com
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Lincolnshire’s Open Gardens
Lincolnshire is a gardener’s delight, with a season crammed full of unique garden open days, spectacular show gardens and a wide choice of charity and village open weekends. For more information check the latest copy of Good Taste magazine www.tastesoflincolnshire.com or head to www.ngs.org.uk and search for Lincolnshire.
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Various dates through 2010
Art on the Map -
Access to open studios and workshops of many of Lincolnshire’s finest artists and craft-makers. Coming to the Fens, Vales, Wolds, Coast, Lincoln and West Lindsey. Contact www.artonthemap.org.uk
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Calendar of events
Click the dates to go directly to the month you are visiting
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J U N E 2 0 1 0
JUNE Date:
TBC
The World Egg Throwing Competition - Held halfway between Boston and Grantham - Contestants have to construct a gravity-powered egg-hurling device to launch an egg to a waiting team member. To achieve points the team member must either catch the egg unbroken or get struck by the egg. Contact www.visitbritain.com
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JUNE 6th, 13th & 20th Sunday Afternoon in the Park, Cleethorpes (To be confirmed) - A family focused event running for 3 concurrent Sundays. Easy listening live music from a stage - Brass/Swing/Jazz – along with family activities i.e. magicians, face painters etc…
Contact
01472 323111 www.enjoycleethorpes.com
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JUNE 6th Louth Classic Car and Country Show - The day begins with a road run by the classic cars after which they arrive at a picturesque field next to Louth’s bypass. Contact 01507 606574
www.lincslouthmcclassic.co.uk
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JUNE 6th Lincoln Vintage Vehicle Rally - Long before the days of cruise-control and catalytic converters, the world of motoring was filled with fun and character. Come and see these classic cars for yourself at the Vintage Car Rally at Lincoln Castle.
Contact
01518 782040 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk
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JUNE 8th - 9th Antiques Fair, Lincolnshire Show Ground - The Lincolnshire Antiques and Home Show is the UK's premier source for Antique's, collectable's, reproduction, reclamation and Shabby chic items for your home and garden. Contact www.arthurswallowfairs.co.uk
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JUNE 23rd - 24th Lincolnshire Show - The tradition of the county show is still as strong as ever in Lincolnshire. It is the 126th show, offering a fantastic and diverse range of activities and entertainment for the whole family. Contact 01522 522900
www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
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JUNE 26th - 27th Armed Forces Day - Military Parade and events taking place in Sleaford and Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre to celebrate our armed forces, past, present and future. Contact 01529 414155 (ex 2421)
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JUNE 27th Brocklesby Country Fair - Help celebrate the 25th Brocklesby Country Fair in the beautiful setting of the private parklands belonging to the Earl and Countess of Yarborough - the Brocklesby Country Fair is becoming one of the largest one day shows in the UK. www.brocklesby.co.uk
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JUNE 27th Horncastle Summer Craft Market - Come and see the many and varied craft and trade stalls, along with entertainment throughout the day. A great day out for all the family! Contact 01507 527798
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JUNE June, July & August Stamford Shakespeare Company
2010 – Othello, Much Ado about Nothing & Dads Army. The Stamford Shakespeare Company presents their annual season of summer plays at the Rutland Open Air Theatre, in the grounds of historic Tolethorpe Hall. Contact 01780 754381 www.stamfordshakespeare.co.uk
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J U L Y 2 0 1 0
JULY Date: TBC Barton Bike Night - Self proclaimed as ‘probably the biggest and best bike night in the world’, this is annual see bikers from far and wide gathering in Barton upon Humber for a night of early summer fun. Contact www.bartonbikenight.co.uk
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JULY 3rd - 4th Waddington International Air Show - Considered by many to be the traditional heartland and spiritual home of the Royal Air Force, RAF Waddington has been host, since 1995, to the RAF's biggest air show. Appealing to enthusiasts and families alike, and is considered to be one of the UK's top military air shows, with flying and static displays of dozens of aircraft, plus pleasure flights, trade and craft fairs and a funfair for kids. Contact T: 01522 726102
www.waddingtonairshow.co.uk
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JULY Tues's & Fri's 9th July - 3rd Sept Alford Craft Markets - The Alford Craft Market promotes the manufacture of high quality, hand crafted local goods. Contact 01529 687 911 www.alford.info
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JULY 10th  Status Quo – Live at Meriden Point Cleethorpes
Contact - T: 01472 323111
www.enjoycleethorpes.com
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JULY 17th – 18th Clipper Concerts - Aweekend of events and attractions celebrating the return to the Humber of the round the world Clipper Race.
Contact
01462 323111 cleetic@nelincs.gov.uk
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JULY 17th Outdoor Theatre- The Tempest by The Lord Chamberlains Men - Lincoln is transformed into a giant open-air theatre as The Lord Chamberlains Men perform The Tempest as Shakespeare originally performed his plays - with an all male cast. Contact 01520 782040
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JULY 19th July – 15th August South Holland Food Festival – Meet and Eat - A cultural feast of fun with the focus on delicious food from the country’s “kitchen garden” fenland area. Lots of glorious food-filled gatherings with a generous helping of arts and culture is on the three-week long menu, culminating in a top quality Food Festival weekend in Spalding during the weekend of 13th – 15th August. Contact 01775 761161 www.sholland.gov.uk
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JULY 22nd - 25th SO Festival, Skegness - SO 2010 is set to take Skegness by storm with exciting and exhilarating events for the whole family to enjoy. The four day festival will build on the success of SO 2009, that incorporated comedy, cabaret and opera with Jonathan Ansell beamed live from the theatre to the beach!  The three day festival drew to a close with an amazing fire show with pyrotechnic art and music, watched by more than 8,000 people on central beach. SO 2010 promises to be SO….SPECTACULAR! Contact
www.so-skegness.org.uk
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JULY 24th - 25th Heckington Show - The largest village show in England. Contact 01529 461823
www.heckingtonshow.org.uk
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JULY 24th Meridian Classical, Cleethorpes - The annual Meridian Classical concert returns earlier in the year for a fabulous evening of live music and spectacular firework finale! Contact 0147 226 2587 / W: www.meridianpark.co.uk
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JULY 30th July - 1st Aug Collectors Fair, Grimsthorpe Castle - A regular haunt of the ‘BBC Bargain Hunt’ programme – they’ve been here 4 times! Search out your own bargains as well as strolling in the park and gardens of Grimsthorpe Castle. Contact 01778 591205
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JULY 31st Cleethorpes Carnival Parade – Cleethorpes Seafront & promenade - Enjoy the biggest and brightest carnival parade on the east coast! Dates are provisional so please contact Cleethorpes Tourist Information Centre on 01462 323111 cleetic@nelincs.gov.uk
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JULY 31st July - 5th Aug Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway - Annual Rail Ale Festival & Tastes of the Humber - Enjoy Carnival week around the light railway at this annual celebration of beer at its best!
Contact 01472 604657 office.cclr@btconnect.com
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A U G U S T 2 0 1 0
AUG Date: TBC Lincolnshire Steam and Vintage Rally - Held on the Lincolnshire Agricultural Society’s county showground this rally never disappoints with its variety, content and sheer numbers. Its popularity is enhanced by the very reasonable entry charges, be it on the day or for weekend campers. Contact 01507 605937 www.lsvr.org
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AUG 1st Revesby Country Fair - A fun filled day for all the family. There are numerous main ring events including show jumping, gymkhana games, terrier racing and much more. The event is held in beautiful parkland at Revesby Park near Horncastle. Contact 07946 095122
www.revesby-country-fair.com
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AUG 1st Belton House Food Fair - Tastes of Lincolnshire, working in partnership with the National Trust, to bring a food fair to the historic Belton House. Contact 01476 566116 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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AUG 8th – 13th Skegness Carnival - Skegness Carnival Week begins with the Carnival Parade Procession. This provides a fascinating family afternoon out in Skegness. Enjoy the colourful floats, the bands the atmosphere and the sounds of a wonderful event. Contact
www.skeg-carnival.org.uk
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AUG 14th - 15th Medieval Market, Lincoln Castle - New to Lincoln Castle in 2010 the grounds will be transformed into a market place with artisan traders from all over the country selling their wares. Contact 01522 782040 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk
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AUG Dates: TBC Lincoln & Lincolnshire Chamber Music Festival - This unique countywide chamber music Festival is now entering its seventh year and during this time it has brought talented musicians from across the globe to Lincolnshire. The festival has always been a combination of established performers and younger artists who are at the beginning of their musical careers. Contact www.licmf.org.uk
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AUG Date: TBC Wolds Words - This is an annual literature festival aiming to capture the imagination of local people & visitors. This year’s event will be just as action packed and as exciting as ever before, with a programme of special events to entertain and educate the whole family. Contact www.woldswords.org.uk
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AUG 28th - 30th Alford Craft Markets - The Alford Craft Market promotes the manufacture of high quality, hand crafted local goods. Contact 01529 687 911 www.alford.info
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AUG 17th - 18th Antiques Fair, Lincolnshire Show Ground - The Lincolnshire Antiques and Home Show is the UK's premier source for Antique's, collectable's, reproduction, reclamation and Shabby chic items for your home and garden. Contact www.arthurswallowfairs.co.uk
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AUG 28th - 30th Craft Fairs at Waters Edge Visitors centre - A chance to see and buy locally handmade crafts and gifts at Waters Edge Visitors Centre. Contact 01652 631500 www.northlincs.gov.uk
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AUG 29th - 30th Burghley Fine Food Market - A celebration of local produce - in association with Tastes of Lincolnshire - come and meet more than 20 local producers of cheese, bread, vegetables and meat. Contact 01780 761992 www.burghley.co.uk
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SEPT 4th Sleaford historic car & motorcycle show - Historic vehicles and motorcycles of all ages. Contact www.shcms.sleafordevents.co.uk
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SEPT 9th - 12th Heritage Open Days - Take in the wealth of Lincolnshire heritage when many stately homes and manors open their doors for free. Contact
01529 461499 www.heritageopendays.org.uk
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SEPT 9th to 12th The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials - Staged against the stunning backdrop of Capability Browns parkland, Burghley is one of the most picturesque international sporting and social occasions. Representing the ultimate challenge for horse and rider, it’s also a great day out for all the family with food producers and other trade stands, and pavilions devoted to country lifestyle, crafts and all things equestrian. Contact 01933 304744 www.burghley-horse.co.uk
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SEPT 17th – 19th Bathing Beauties Beach Hut Festival - The Bathing Beauties Festival is the only one in the UK. With a 5 mile stretch from Mablethorpe to Sutton on Sea it has become the largest and longest linear coastal art festival in England. Come and be inspired by beach huts that are out of the ordinary. Contact 01529 308710 www.bathingbeauties.org.uk
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SEPT 19th Belchford Downhill Challenge - Join the fun at a downhill race for soapbox carts at Fulletby Hill. Browse the craft and business stalls as there is something for all the family. Contact 01507 533436 www.belchford.org.uk
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SEPT 25th Autumn Food Fair, Market Rasen - Award winning stalls selling local produce, cafe, competitions and cookery demonstrations by Rachel Green. Contact T: 01673 842479 www.tastesoflincolnshire.com
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O C T O B E R 2 0 1 0
OCT   Throughout October
Lit.Com Festival 2010 - Held at various venues across North East Lincolnshire. The Annual Lit.Com festival promises to be the county’s largest and widest ranging Literature and Comedy Festival filling the entire month of October. Contact david.power@nelincs.gov.uk
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OCT 1st Lincolnshire Day - If you’re looking for an outpouring of local pride, come to the county in October as it marks the official celebration of Lincolnshire Day. Lincolnshire Day celebrates everything great about the county - from the mighty Lincolnshire sausage to our grand historic links, coast, local heroes, nature and aviation heritage. Contact www.lincolnshireday.co.uk
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OCT Date: TBC Lincoln Comedy Festival - Come and have a laugh with us in Lincoln at our annual comedy festival - a 6-day events attracting some truly great acts from all different areas of the UK’s thriving comedy scene. Contact www.lincolncomedyfestival.co.uk
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OCT 5th - 6th Antiques Fair, Lincolnshire Show Ground - The Lincolnshire Antiques and Home Show is the UK's premier source for Antique's, collectable's, reproduction, reclamation and Shabby chic items for your home and garden. Contact www.arthurswallowfairs.co.uk
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OCT 9th Spalding Pumpkin Parade - The Spalding pumpkin Parade is an annual celebration in Spalding, home of the countries biggest pumpkin grower. The parade is very much a family affair with attractions for all ages, including live music, children’s fancy dress, a fun fair, various market stalls and of course the pumpkin parade led by the infamous pumpkin coach. Contact www.pumpkinparade.co.uk
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OCT 17th Spires & Steeples Challenge - The Spires & Steeples Challenge will test walkers and runners over a full or half marathon distance. The route follows the Spires & Steeples Arts and Heritage Trail from Lincoln to Sleaford taking in picturesque villages and countryside, churches and beautiful pieces of artwork. Contact 01522 694353 www.spiresandsteeples.com
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OCT 30th Sausage Festival, Lincoln - The county’s most famous export-the Lincolnshire Sausage will be celebrated in style at a free event where you'll also find a variety of stalls showcasing the best of Lincolnshire produce. Contact www.tastesoflincolnshire.com
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OCT 31st Meridian Fire and Light Festival – Cleethorpes - Following the success of the 2009 event, Meridian Fire & Light returns for a seasonal spectacular with lasers, light, fireworks, music and performances to take your breath away!  Contact 0147 226 2587 www.meridianpark.co.uk
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2010 Christmas Events
Nov & DEC   Below is a selection of Christmas events in Lincolnshire. For a full list of festive activities logon to visitlincolnshire.com later in 2010… 
Start from Nov 23rd and culminate in a Victorian Xmas event on Sat 4th December
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  Christmas tree Festival, Alford - A display of 45 Christmas trees, decorated by community groups at Alford Manor House. Contact - T: 01507 463079 www.alfordmanorhouse.co.uk
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N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 0
Nov 6th to 7th Craft Fairs at Waters Edge Visitors centre - A chance to see and buy locally handmade crafts and gifts at Waters Edge Visitors Centre. Contact 01652 631500 www.northlincs.gov.uk
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Nov 27th - 28th Tastes of Lincolnshire Christmas Food and Drink Fair - Lincolnshire’s Christmas Food and Drink Fair returns to the Epic Centre. The Lincolnshire showground is transformed into a festive shopping experience for the two day event featuring cookery demonstrations with tasty ideas for Christmas recipes. Contact 01522 522900 www.visitlincolnshire.com
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Nov 6th to 7th Craft Fairs at Waters Edge Visitors centre - A chance to see and buy locally handmade crafts and gifts at Waters Edge Visitors Centre. Contact 01652 631500 www.northlincs.gov.uk
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Nov 27th - 28th Alford Craft Markets - The Alford Craft Market promotes the manufacture of high quality, hand crafted local goods. Contact 01529 687 911 www.alford.info
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Nov 28th – 29th Normanby Hall Christmas Fair - Great for craft lovers and Christmas shoppers looking for special and unusual Christmas gifts. Contact 01724 720588
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Nov 28th Sleaford Christmas Market - A day of Christmas celebrations throughout Sleaford town centre. Contact 01529 303456 www.christmas.sleafordevents.co.uk
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Nov 30th Nov-1st Dec Antiques Fair, Lincolnshire Show Ground - The Lincolnshire Antiques and Home Show is the UK's premier source for Antique's, collectable's, reproduction, reclamation and Shabby chic items for your home and garden. Contact www.arthurswallowfairs.co.uk
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D E C E M B E R 2010
Dec TBC Stamford Artisans' Christmas Market - A yuletide celebration of locally crafted quality Christmas gifts for sale. Contact www.information-britain.co.uk
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Dec TBC Skegness Victorian Market - Step back in time and recapture the spirit, sights and sounds of a Dickensian Christmas. Enjoy the many Christmas stalls, mulled wine, entertainment and of course Santa, eager to welcome young children. Contact www.skeg-carnival.org.uk/victorian
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Dec TBC Brigg Christmas Market & Lights Switch On
- Brigg comes to life at Christmas with traditional crafts, gift ideas and festive fun for all the family. Contact – www.briggmarkettown.co.uk
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Dec 2nd - 5th Lincoln Christmas Market - As one of the biggest events of its type in Europe, Lincoln Christmas Market continues to draw both hundreds of visitors and stallholders, from across the UK and abroad. Visitors can expect to find an array of quality hand-crafted goods, gifts, locally produced specialist foods and entertainment set against the breathtaking backdrop of Lincolns magnificent Cathedral and Castle. Contact www.lincoln.gov.uk
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Dec 4-5th
11-12th
18-24th
Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway – Santa Special Trains -  An unforgettable time of fun, with Santa! Join the train at Kingsway station, where you will be hauled by our Steam Locomotives to Santa's Grotto at North Pole Junction. Contact  01472 604657 office.cclr@btconnect.com
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Dec 4th - 5th Alford Craft Markets - The Alford Craft Market promotes the manufacture of high quality, hand crafted local goods. Contact 01529 687 911 www.alford.info
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Dec 4th Victorian Christmas event, Alford - An evening of Christmas festivities with stalls, crafts, music and dance displays with Santa in his grotto. Contact 01507 463080 www.alfordmanorhouse.co.uk
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Dec 5th Louth Christmas Market - A wide range of stalls with everything from crafts, gifts and food. A great market for all the family. Contact 01507 328937
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Dec 5th Christmas at Cogglesford Mill - Traditional Christmas event at historic working watermill in Sleaford. Contact 07966 400634 / 01529 414294 www.heartoflincs.com
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Dec 8th – 12th Christmas Fayre, Cleethorpes - Get into the Christmas spirit at Meridian Park with the first Meridian Christmas Fayre. Featuring a Christmas Market, Santa’s Grotto and carol performances by local bands and choirs.  Contact 0147 226 2587 www.meridianpark.co.uk
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Dec 12th Horncastle Christmas Market - Come and see the many and varied craft and trade stalls, along with entertainment throughout the day. A great day out for all the family. Contact 01507 527798
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Dec 13th Great Lincoln Santa Fun Run & Walk - Organised by The Rotary Club of Lincoln Colonia the Great Lincoln Santa Fun Run and Walk is a 2 lap course (approx 3.5k) around the city of Lincoln's picturesque and historic Bailgate area. Contact www.visitlincolnshire.com
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Dec 13th Lincolnshire Co-operative Carol Concert - A fundraising event at Lincoln Cathedral which will feature a local brass band and school choir all for charity. Contact 01522 561600 www.lincolncathedral.com
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J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 1
JAN 24th Great Australian Breakfast - An annual charity breakfast to celebrate Australia Day along with Lincoln’s long established twinning with Port Lincoln, Australia. Contact - T: 01522 881188 www.lincoln.gov.uk
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JAN 6th Haxey Hood, Cross Hill Haxey, Epworth - Every January, the parish of Haxey goes a little crazy for the day. They play a mad game called the Haxey Hood and have been practicing this ancient tradition since the 14th Century. It's the oldest local tradition in England. Contact 01427 752845

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FEB Through
Feb & March
Snowdrop Spectacular - Late winter and early spring see Lincolnshire’s gardens and stately estates spring to life as all over the county, swathes of snowdrops cover the ground. Make sure you catch the snowdrops at Doddington Hall, Hackthorn village, Belton House and Normanby Hall to mention but a few… Contact www.visitlincolnshire.com
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FEB 2nd - 3rd Antiques Fair, Lincolnshire Show Ground - The Lincolnshire Antiques and Home Show is the UK's premier source for Antique's, collectable's, reproduction, reclamation and Shabby chic items for your home and garden. Contact www.arthurswallowfairs.co.uk
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FEB 6th - 7th Craft Fairs at Waters Edge Visitors centre - A chance to see and buy locally handmade crafts and gifts at Waters Edge Visitors Centre. Contact 01652 631500 www.northlincs.gov.uk
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MARCH 12th – 14th World Music Festival – St James Church, Grimsby -This new weekend festival will feature local bands performing alongside established and well known professional world music groups. Contact david.power@nelincs.gov.uk
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MARCH 21st Lincoln 10K Road Race - This is the 14th Annual Lincoln 10k road race – attracting almost 5000 competitors from all over the country. Contact 01522 881188 www.lincoln.gov.uk
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MARCH 27th - 28th March & 29th - 30th August
Burghley Fine Food Market - A celebration of local produce - in association with Tastes of Lincolnshire - come and meet more than 20 local producers of cheese, bread, vegetables and meat. Contact 01780 761992 www.burghley.co.uk
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APRIL 2nd - 4th Alford Craft Markets - The Alford Craft Market promotes the manufacture of high quality, hand crafted local goods. Contact 01529 687 911 www.alford.info
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APRIL 6th - 7th Antiques Fair, Lincolnshire Show Ground - The Lincolnshire Antiques and Home Show is the UK's premier source for Antique's, collectable's, reproduction, reclamation and Shabby chic items for your home and garden. Contact www.arthurswallowfairs.co.uk
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APRIL 24th – 25th Tastes of Lincolnshire Festival at Meridian Park, Cleethorpes - This event, a first for North East Lincolnshire should be a must on the “foodies” calendar. With celebrity chefs performing cookery demonstrations, stalls of Lincolnshire food and drink produce and entertainment this weekend is a must for lovers of food and fans of a good day out!  Contact 01472 262587 www.meridianpark.co.uk
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APRIL 30th April - 9th May Sleaford Live - 10 days of live musical events and performances at various venues in Sleaford. Contact 01529 303456 www.sleafordevents.co.uk
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MAY 1st Spalding Flower Parade - Spalding and the surrounding towns will once again welcome thousands of visitors to the floral cavalcade of floats. Marching bands and musical trailers will also thread through the town. Contact 01775 724843 www.flowerparade.org
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MAY 1st - 3rd Tetford & Salmonby Scarecrow Festival - Follow the scarecrow trail around the village and sample the lunches or teas in the village hall. Listen to the music and visit the stalls. Contact www.lincolnshirewolds.info
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MAY 3rd - 8th Boston Mayfair - Boston's town centre is taken over by all the fun of the fair, with everything from the traditional gallopers to the latest white knuckle rides. Contact 01205 314317 www.boston.gov.uk
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MAY 8th - 9th
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15th - 16th
West Lindsey’s Churches Festival - A celebration of rich architecture and heritage, with beautiful tranquillity and spirituality, a welcoming oasis of peace that all Lincolnshire churches offer. Numerous exciting activities are taking place for you to enjoy - from organ trails to flower and art displays, from bell-ringing to big brunch breakfasts. Contact 01427 811573 www.churchesfestival.com
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MAY 8th - 9th National Mills Weekend - Milling demonstrations and much more at Cogglesford Watermill. Contact 07966 400634 / 01529 414294 www.heartoflincs.com
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MAY 9th Lincoln Cycle Grand Prix - Top class cycle racing returns to Lincoln with the Lincoln Grand Prix taking to the streets of the city and surrounding countryside. The race, now in its 55th year, brings continental teams to Lincoln to race against the home based elite road racing stars. Contact www.lincolngrandprix.co.uk
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MAY

16th Tastes of Lincolnshire Day at Market Rasen Races - Treat your taste buds!  Buy local food straight from the producer and pick up the Good Taste magazine that celebrates Lincolnshire’s fine tradition of producing delicious local food and drink. Contact01673 843434 www.marketrasenraces.co.uk
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MAY 22nd - 23rd ‘Life in the 15th Century’ at Lincoln Castle - Come and meet the soldiers and discover what everyday life was like in the 15th Century at Lincoln Castle. A living history en-campment in the grounds throughout the weekend, with demonstrations of craft, cookery and military displays. Contact 01517 782040 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk
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MAY 22nd May - 6th June Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival - The sixth Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival offers a vast range of organised walks in the Lincolnshire Wolds area of outstanding natural beauty and surrounding countryside. Contact www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk
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MAY 29th - 30th Horncastle's First Regency Festival Weekend - This historic town is full of Georgian buildings as you will learn. This weekend you are invited to step back in time and dress as your ancestors did in the time of Jane Austen - savour the atmosphere of this fine town full of old world tea and antique shops. Enjoy going to the Regency Ball in the Bull Hotels Tudor Banqueting Hall. Contact www.horncastleregencyfestival.co.uk
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MAY 29th - 31st Medieval re-enactment, Lincoln Castle - See Lincoln Castle in a different light as an occupation force of Norman Knights and their followers takes over these city landmarks. With tents pitched seamstress’s sewing and knights preparing for battle, the friendly castle occupiers will deliver their own brand of hands-on history. Contact 01521 782040 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk
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MAY 29th – 31st Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway - Folk 'n' Cider Weekend - Including a Folk Party across the resort. Enjoy a Bank Holiday weekend of live folk music and dance whilst supping a glass of the finest cider at the Signal Box Inn. Contact 01472 604657 office.cclr@btconnect.com
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MAY

30th Food Festival at Normanby Hall Scunthorpe - Lots of craft stalls, activities and competitions as well as the best local food around – a beautiful setting for a wonderful day. Contact 01724 729001 www.northlincs.gov.uk
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MAY 29th - 31st Alford Craft Markets - The Alford Craft Market promotes the manufacture of high quality, hand crafted local goods. Contact 01529 687 911 www.alford.info
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