New to our calendar is the Radcliffe on Trent summer carnival and who can forget Community Rail in the City; an annual event which showcases all the great work that other Community Rail partnerships do around the country. Check out our calendar to get involved in our next event – see you there!
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VE & VJ day event is taking place in Tower Gardens. Starting at 10am and finishing at 4pm free entry
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10:30am - 3:30pm
Where: Bingham Market Place
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Saturday 14th JUNE 2025 : RAILWAY RAMBLE : ANCASTER to SLEAFORD
As part of the North Kesteven Walking Festival, our walk today is organised by the Ramblers Lincolnshire Area and Poacher Line Community Rail Partnership.
(www.poacherline.org.uk) (www.hillholtwood.co.uk)
Catch the train from Skegness, Wainfleet, Boston, Heckington or Sleaford to Ancaster .
Our route follows public footpaths and quiet lanes with fine views across the Ancaster Valley, South Rauceby, alongside the River Slea, discover the site of Sleaford castle to finish at Sleaford station.
(this is a linear walk, we take the train out and walk back, we do not return to Ancaster)
Sorry, no dogs please.
Bring a packed lunch and drink. Wear suitable clothing & footwear.
Walk is free but train fares apply.
Train departs: Skegness 1015, Wainfleet 1024, Boston 1049, Heckington 1104, SLEAFORD 1113 to arrive at ANCASTER 1122.
(connecting trains depart Lincoln 1033, Metheringham 1045, Ruskington 1054 to arrive Sleaford 1103 OR depart Peterborough 0936, Spalding 0956 to arrive Sleaford 1017.)
Meet time: 11.00am at SLEAFORD railway station.
Parking : car parking in Sleaford.
Grid Ref: TF 067 454
Postcode: NG34 7RG
Distance: 7 miles.
Grade: moderate
Contact leader:
Name : Stuart Parker (Ramblers Lincolnshire)
www.lincolnshireramblers.org.uk
Phone: 07908-450444
Not one to miss! The recreation of the Jolly Fisherman will be passing along our line and heading to skegness on the 14th June!
The iconic LNER Peppercorn Class A1 No. 61063 Tornado will be passing through Sleaford on its journey, stopping at Wainfleet at 12pm - Midday and heading onto Skegness at 12:15.
This is not one to miss. get your cameras ready and enjoy the recreation of the Jolly Fisherman experience that was a popular excursion planned by the Great Northern Railway
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Boston Central Park beach to return this Summer with a variety of other activities including Skate Jam
The 'Boston' beach is making a return to Boston Central Park this summer, offering a host of activities for all ages - most of which are free.
The popular beach area is to be installed in the park on Monday 17th July in time for the school holidays. It will stay for the duration of the school break until September 4th and can be used by anyone during the park's opening hours.
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Why not visit Heckington show - Hall Grounds Heckington. This volunteer let event is the biggest Village show in England. for more information Click Here
Enter into a dream of magic, mischief, and a touch of darkness as we take you on a gothic journey through Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night’s Dream NIGHTMARE!
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where: Bingham town Square
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The Christmas Market is held in the centre of town in various outdoor venues and there is always so much to see and do for all the family on the day!
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where: Bingham town square
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