Military tanks, a Steampunk-themed adventure and a beer and sausage festival are among the events to keep people entertained across Lincolnshire over the Bank Holiday.
If anyone is stuck for things to do in the county, Lincolnshire Reporter has compiled a list of some of the event highlights not to be missed.
Lanc, Tank and Military Machines
Photo: Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre
Experience a military weekend including an M36 Jackson tank destroyer, Sherman tank, Chaffee and more, as well as Lancaster and Mosquito taxy runs and over 609 military vehicles.
When: Saturday, May 25 & Monday, May 27 Where: Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, East Kirkby Cost: Adults £12 on Saturday and £14 on Monday, Children (aged 10-15) £4
A beer and sausage festival including tours of the brewery with afternoon and evening entertainment from the Alford Morris Dangers and singer/songwriter Blane.
When: Saturday, May 25 (12pm-11pm) Where: Batemans Visitors Centre, Mill Lane, Wainfleet Cost: Free entry, but there will be a cost for food and drink
The Wildhearts will be among the bands performing at Call Of The Wild Festival in Lincoln. Photo: Band’s website
A new three-day rock festival is heading to the Lincolnshire Showground with The Wildhearts, Hardcore Superstar and The Virginmarys among the bands getting ready to perform.
When: May 24-26 Where: Lincolnshire Showground Cost: Prices vary depending on the day and type of ticket. Adult prices start from £33 for a Friday ticket.
A special three-day Steam Punk-themed event with steam trains running throughout each day. There will also be a lot of attractions in the events field including performers such as ‘Arabian Delights’ dancers and a special appearance by Pete the Steampunk Tyrannosaurus Rex.
When: Saturday, May 25 to Monday, May 27 Where: Ludborough station (trains running hourly from 10.45am-3.45pm each day) Cost: £8 adults, £6 seniors, £4 children (under 3 free), family ticket (two adults and up to four children) £20, dogs £1
Spend the day learning how archery helped put food on the medieval table. The day includes meeting the Wolfshead Bowmen and hearing about hunting techniques, as well as testing your skills with a longbow.
When: May 25-29 (11am-4pm on all five dates are currently available) Where: Tattershall Castle Cost: Standard adult price £7.50, child £3.72, family £18.72
The event includes astronauts, rockets, planets and even a friendly alien. There will also be a galactic VR experience inside the prison.
When: May 1-June 2 (10am to 5pm) Where: Lincoln Castle (most of the Lego is in the Victorian Prison within the castle) Cost: A Lincoln Castle day ticket or Lincoln Castle annual pass is required for entry. Adults tickets are priced at £14 with concessions £11.50 and children £7.50. Under 5s can enter for free. Click here to purchase tickets.
Medieval fun this bank holiday as Lincoln Castle’s Knight School is ready to open to train up junior visitors. Discover the skills of the medieval warrior in the have-a-go siege artillery area. There is also a Conqueror’s Castle Quest.
When: Saturday, May 25 to Sunday, June 2 (10am-5pm) Where: Lincoln Castle Cost: A Lincoln Castle day ticket or Lincoln Castle annual pass is required for entry. Adults tickets are priced at £14 with concessions £11.50 and children £7.50. Under 5s can enter for free. Separate cost for some activities.
The Medieval Siege Artillery and The Conqueror’s Castle Quest are only available on the Bank Holiday weekend.
Comedian Rob Rouse is among the line-up of talent ready to make people laugh at the Sleaford Comedy night.
When: Friday, May 24 (doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm) Where: Sleaford Rugby Club, Sleaford Road, Ruskington, Sleaford Cost: £15 on the door or £12 in advance.
For more information and to book advance tickets click here.
Superhero Week at Rand Farm Park
Photo: Stock photo from Rand Farm Park Facebook page
Superhero challenges include Walking the Plank, Can You Life Your Own Weight?, Faster than the Speed of Light and more.
When: May 25 to June 2 Where: Rand Farm Park, Rand, Lincoln Cost: Adult and children over 2 from £6.50 to £11.95 (save money by booking online)
There is also a Meet Catboy & Romeo event on Sunday, May 26.
From tigers to tropical butterflies, white wolves to monkeys and crocodiles to birds there is plenty for the whole family to enjoy.
Lincolnshire’s newest attraction, penguin rocks, will be open to the public from Saturday, May 25. The park welcome the arrival of 13 Humboldt penguins on Thursday, May 23 as part of a European endangered species breeding programme.
When: The park is open seven days a week except Christmas Day (10am-5pm and until 4pm in the winter) Where: Woodside Wildlife Park, Newball (near Langworth), Lincoln Cost: Adults £10.95, children £9.45 (under 2s are free)
Have a fun day out at Northcote Heavy Horse Centre.
Annual medieval tournament featuring birds of prey, riding skills and seeing the Knights of Northcote take up lances and swords. There will also be mounted falconry, equestrian vaulting, horse archery and dog displays.
When: Sunday, May 26 Where: Northcote Heavy Horse Centre, Spilsby Cost: £5 for adults and £3.50 for child/senior
Family fun at Belton House. Photo: The National Trust
Create some wild art using leaves, sticks, pine cones or anything natural.
When: May 25 & 26 (11am-4pm) Where: Belton House Cost: The event itself is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue. Entry to house and grounds £16.50 for adults and £10.50 for children
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The 2024 Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards are now open for nominations, seeking to spotlight outstanding businesses within the Greater Lincolnshire area.
Hosted by Stonebow Media, the publisher behind The Lincolnite and the MyLocal platform, this prestigious event is designed to honour the achievements of the regional business community.
Thanks to the headline sponsorship from the University of Lincoln Enterprise & Research department, the Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards are a unique opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of local enterprises.
The awards are also sponsored by Ringrose Law, Duncan & Toplis, Sills & Betteridge and Pearson Hydraulics. A small number of sponsorship opportunities remain available. Contact [email protected] to discuss partnerships.
Businesses can nominate themselves across eleven awards categories:
The deadline for nominations is May 24, with the judges’ deliberation lunch set for May 29.The judging panel includes business experts and professionals from Lincolnshire and event sponsors.
The Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards 2024 gala will take place at the Engine Shed on July 12, 2024.
Enhance profile & credibility: Securing an award or being shortlisted acts as a powerful endorsement, signaling trustworthiness to potential customers and helping to distinguish your business from competitors. Displaying the award on your communications can significantly boost your brand’s perception.
Insightful focus & feedback: The application process encourages deep reflection on your business strategy and direction, offering invaluable feedback and clarity, even for new ventures.
Team confidence boost: Recognition from the awards can significantly uplift your team’s morale, affirming the value and potential of your business in the eyes of industry experts.
Marketing & PR boost: Being associated with the awards, even as a nominee, can enhance brand visibility, providing ample content opportunities for social media and other marketing channels.
Networking opportunities: The awards connect you with local business leaders and experts, offering a platform to seek advice, share ideas, and foster future partnerships. The ceremony itself is an excellent occasion for networking with peers and celebrating mutual successes.
Potential to win: Entering offers a chance to win and gain all the associated benefits, but even without taking home a trophy, the process can yield significant advantages for your business.
A Lady Gaga loving kitten owned by a couple who run a charity for disabled pets featured on Channel 5’s The Pet Psychic.
Pet Psychic Beth Lee-Crowther comes to the aid of pet owners and in Tuesday night’s episode she met Cookie the kitten, a depressed camel, and looked at whether a dog can predict the future.
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