Comedy in the Park and McFly at Lincolnshire Showground cancelled again due to COVID-19
The company organising the events has ceased trading
Headline act John Bishop, along with Russell Kane, Al Murray, Rob Beckett and other comedians, were due to perform at Lincolnshire Showground. | Photo: Comedy in the Park
A comedy event due to take place at the Lincolnshire Showground this summer has been cancelled due to COVID for the second year in a row.
Comedy in the Park was originally scheduled to take place on July 3, 2021, but was put on ice for a year as a result of ongoing fears the coronavirus pandemic was far from over.
The event was rescheduled and had been due to see decorated comedians such as John Bishop, Al Murray, Rob Beckett and more perform at the Lincolnshire Showground this July.
But a message released by Easy Ticketing said it was with “a heavy heart and deep regret” that the show was cancelled, and it has resulted in organisers M&B Promotions, as well as ticketing company Simple Ticketing Ltd, ceasing trading for good.
McFly have had to cancel their performance at Lincolnshire Showground. | Photo: McFly
The companies going under means McFly, who were down to play a gig at the showground on July 8, the day before Comedy in the Park, have also had to cancel their show.
The statement to customers reads: “We were amongst many high-profile event organisers forced to reschedule many events due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Despite the best efforts of everyone involved, this combined with the extreme logistical and financial setbacks caused by the pandemic mean it’s no longer viable for us to continue trading.”
Ticket holders who purchased via Easy Ticketing’s website should contact Paypal for a refund, or their bank/credit card provider for a chargeback. Tickets bought elsewhere will require contact at the point of purchase.
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The final in the latest series of road closures for works on the A1, as part of the Grantham Southern Relief Road project, has been temporarily postponed
A weekend northbound A1 closure was due to be in place between 8pm on Friday, May 20 and 6am on Monday, May 23.
However, Lincolnshire County Council said the closure has been temporarily postponed and once new dates have been confirmed they will be shared.
Works on phase three began in April this year, with the council anticipating that winter 2023 will be the completion date for the relief road.
This will be with the view to reduce congestion and carbon emissions, and provide opportunities for growth in the local economy.
The £102 million Grantham Southern Relief Road project has been led by Lincolnshire County Council, supported by South Kesteven District Council, Highways England, Greater Lincolnshire LEP, Network Rail, Homes England, the Department for Transport and local business contributions.
Safety improvements have been carried out at corner where numerous accidents have occurred in East Keal.
The council is looking into what else can be done to prevent motorists from coming off the road at Hall Corner, while police are looking into the possibility of fitting a speed camera.
A cement lorry recently overturned on the corner in February.
Lincolnshire County Council has found a slight dip in the road where Blacksmith Lane meets the A16 could be the reason why heavy vehicles travelling at excessive speed are tipping over.
It is considering whether to smooth out and realign the road, but says it is concious of the impact that closing the A16 would have on traffic and local businesses.
Several safety improvement measures have already been put in place, including ‘slow’ markings, enhanced bend warning signs and improved chevrons.
Problems have been found with the road surface on the corner. | Photo: Google Street View
Lincolnshire Police are assessing whether a speed camera on the corner would be beneficial, and will be taking speed readings in the coming weeks.
Larger barriers and longer safety fencing have been proposed by the public. However, the county council says that in order for it to be big enough to withstand the impact of overturned vehicles, the cost can’t be justified.
Either the local parish council or the country council could also explore whether to fund a reactive speed sign on the location.
Richard Davies, executive member for highways, said: “We are very thankful to the residents and members of the parish council who have given us their ideas and support in what can be done at Hall Corner. Local knowledge and personal feedback are cornerstones of what we do in terms of delivering the best solutions in the most informed way.
“There has already been much done at this bend to try and mitigate the issues faced and we now have more planned for this particular area that will go on to encourage all road users to drive accordingly in line with the road and conditions.
“I would like to thank everyone involved so far for their input. We will all work together to get the best resolution we can for Hall Corner.”
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