Cogglesford Watermill in Sleaford. Photo: North Kesteven District Council
When: Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4.30pm
Discover the history of the watermill and see it in operation for the first time this year
Visitors will have the chance to see Lincolnshire Long Wool Sheep and other animals.
See the fleece being spun into wool and people can also have a go at doing it
Lincoln Cathedral
When: Saturday and Sunday
Entry will be free throughout the weekend from 7.15am-6pm (5pm on Sunday), although access is restricted on Sunday due to regular services
Tours of the floor will take place through the day priced at £4 per person
On Saturday rehearsals will be taking place during the day for a performance of JS Bach’s St Matthew Passion in the evening, with tickets for the evening performance starting at £5 per person.
Lincoln Castle
Photo: Emily Norton for Lincolnshire Reporter
When: Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm (grounds close 4.30pm)
The grounds of the castle will be open for free as usual
Tours of the grounds (usually included with inclusive tickets) will also run for free throughout the weekend. Visit the gift shop for details and to find out how to join a tour
Access to the Medieval Wall Walk, Victorian Prison and Magna Carta Vault is general admission, with adults £13.50, concessions £11 and children (ages 5 – 16) £7.20. Families (up to 2 adults and 3 children) is priced at £34.20.
Navigation House, Sleaford
Navigation House in Sleaford. Photo: North Kesteven District Council
When: Saturday and Sunday, 12pm-4pm
Explore the history of travel and trade by canal, open free throughout the year
Free Lincolnshire Plum bread to visitors this weekend
Across Navigation Wharf, stop by the National Centre for Craft and Design and the latest exhibition ‘Upholstery: Evolution to Revolution’ including a free activity called ‘The Memory Chair’
Enjoy a free family activity, pick up crayons and paper from The National Centre for Craft and Design and complete rubbings of 18 bronze roundels to make up the trail to receive a discount in the cafe
Sleaford Museum will also be open all weekend from 10am-3pm where you can explore the history of Sleaford’s past
Tour Lincoln bus
The Tour Lincoln open-top bus.
When: Saturday and Sunday, 10.30am to 3.30pm Where: Citywide
The free bus ride provides great views of the Cathedral Quarter, Brayford Waterfront and across the countryside
Unclaimed top-deck tickets will also be offered on the day so arriving early is advised
Tours take place every hour and last around 50 minutes.
Lincoln Guildhall
Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
When: Friday, March 23 and Saturday, March 24, 10am-4pm Where: Lincoln Guildhall
The Right Worshipful the Mayor of Lincoln, Councillor Chris Burke and the Civic Party are inviting people to visit Lincoln’s historic Guildhall
Opportunity to view the City’s Civic regalia, including the sword of Richard II and the Mayor’s Chains of Office
Donations can be made to the Mayor’s charity – Lincoln Foodbanks and Community Larders
Medieval Bishops’ Palace
Lincoln Medieval Bishops’ Palace
When:Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm (last admission 3.30pm) Where: Medieval Bishops’ Palace, south side of cathedral
Lincoln Medieval Bishops’ Palace celebrates re-opening this weekend after extensive conservation work in 2017
Free admission all weekend with garden games (weather permitting), site tours and the chance to sample a wide range of fruit wines, spirits and own label jams, chutneys and preserves.
Other events scheduled for across the county:
Boggle Lane Foods, Claxby
Saturday and Sunday, 2pm-4pm
Free guided walk in and around Claxby’s beautiful Wolds scenery and founder Nikki will show people how to make an amazing pesto with foraged goods, including a free taste of what she makes and a special offer on the Boggle Lane ready meal range. Click here for further details
The Broadbent Theatre, Wickenby, Lincoln
Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm with free entry
Discover the theatre named in memory of Roy, father of Oscar-winning actor Jim Broadbent with refreshments available Click here for more information
Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum
Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm
The museum is open for free throughout the year, but for this weekend people can also try Lincolnshire Plum bread for free For further information click here
Hall Farm Park, South Kelsey
Saturday and Sunday, 10am-5pm
One child can enter the real working farm park for free with two full paying admissions. Click here for more information
Heckington Windmill, Heckington
Saturday and Sunday
The windmill will be open all weekend with free admission, including demonstrations by members of the Lincolnshire Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers. Click here for more information
Jew’s Court
Saturday and Sunday
Free guided tours will be given on both days from 10.15am to 4pm (last tour at 3.15pm) For more information click here
Lincolnshire Road and Transport Museum, North Hykeham
Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm
Explore the collection of vintage vehicles and learn about the history of transport. On Sunday there will be a free classic bus service lining the museum with the city centre. Click here for more information
Manor House Stables, Martin
Sunday, March 25, 10am-4pm
The stables located between Lincoln and Sleaford will be opening its doors to all on a special themed ‘Victory in the Kitchen’ day with a cooking demonstration and many goodies waiting to be tried. For further details click here
Old Nick Police Museum, Gainsborough
Saturday and Sunday, 11am-3pm
Free entry to the police museum and explore the Victorian change room, cells and exercise yards For more information click here
Total Fitness, Lincoln
Saturday and Sunday
Discover the facilities with free usage of gym, pool (including family pool and hydrotherapy), heat treatments and one-to-one gym sessions all weekend. Click here for more information
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The former Curiosity Shop in Lincoln is set to reopen as new bar Be At One.
Stonegate Pub Group have been given approval for a major refurbishment to the front, interior and courtyard of the cocktail bar.
The Curiosity Shop closed in February after being unable to renew the lease on the premies at the top of Lincoln High Street.
The makeover will include new furniture, bar, pillars and flooring to the interior.
The owners also plan to replace the outdoor pergola and install a new drinks shelf and courtyard surfacing.
Be At One has dozens of locations in the south of England, but this will be the first for Lincolnshire.
The application which was submitted for the location says: “As with all commercial hospitality and leisure facilities such as this, the applicant needs to continually refresh and enhance its customer offer and attraction at this public house, in order to remain commercially viable and the application proposals should be considered within this context.
How the inside of Be At One could look | Photo: Stonegate Pub Group
“The continued commercial viability of these commercial hospitality and leisure premises ensures the continuing maintenance and upkeep of this listed building for a publicly accessible use.
“These proposals would help to facilitate the continuing beneficial and sympathetic use of these premises, which will continue to add to and enhance the vitality and pedestrian footfall within the local street scene and Lincoln city centre in general.”
It says that the customer demand for al fresco facilities has risen following the pandemic, when diners and drinkers were often required to stay outside.
The interior will see a major refurbishment | Photo: Stonegate Pub Group
The Stonegate Pub Group say that the investment in the site will help to mitigate the “continuing difficult economic climate.”
No opening date for the new cocktail bar has been announced yet.
The new owners have also applied for extended opening times to serve alcohol up to 3am.
The Curiosity Shop announced their closure in February, saying they were “incredibly sad”.
A social media post said: “Sadly, we have not been able to renew the lease on the property and after five years of incredible fun with you and yours, it’s time to say goodbye.”
A man allegedly assaulted and verbally abused a member of rail staff after being questioned over having an incorrect ticket.
A member of rail staff on board questioned the man travelling on a train from Lincoln to Leeds with an incorrect ticket at 5.03pm on Tuesday, May 3.
British Transport Police said when the train was stood at Worksop station, the man grabbed his arm and pulled him whilst verbally abusing him. He is then said to have thrown a drink bottle at his leg.
On Wednesday, May 18 British Transport Police released a CCTV image of a man they believe may have information which could help their investigation.
They did not specify whether or not he is a suspect or a witness.
Do you recognise this man? | Photo: British Transport Police
Anyone who recognises the man, or has any information, is being urged to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 516 of 03/05/22.
Alternatively, information can be reported through the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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