Lincoln will embrace the spirit of the good old days with the return of 1940s Weekend in the city this summer.
Lincoln’s 1940s Weekend runs from July 23 to 24 this year, organised and funded by Lincoln Business Improvement Group, and there’s plenty to look forward to.
The free event will have classic vehicle displays and all things 1940s in the heart of Lincoln’s historic Cathedral Quarter. It is the first time the weekend has been able to take place since 2019, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The event proves to be popular every time it takes place. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The weekend will contain a packed a schedule of entertainment, such as live music, pop-up street theatre, vintage and antique markets, and food and drink stalls in local businesses.
There will also be an exciting Battle of Britain Memorial Flight flypast, with Spitfires, Hurricanes and Lancaster Bombers taking part – weather permitting.
| Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The Bailgate and Castle Hill areas will transform into 1940s havens, with traders offering antiques, vintage clothing, confectionary and artwork from the time – as streets are decorated with patriotic bunting.
Lee Roberts, Operations Manager for Lincoln BIG said: “After not being able to deliver the event for the last couple of years we are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to the Lincoln 1940’s event.
“The main hub of the event will take place in the historic Bailgate and
Uphill area of Lincoln, but make sure to look out for other pop-up activities across the city to compliment the weekend.
“The weekend will be full of period performances, memorabilia and activity. We encourage everyone to come in period dress to add to the family friendly atmosphere with prizes on offer to the best dresses visitors as well as best dressed business.”
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We are investigating a road traffic collision which happened just after 5pm today.
The crash happened on the A15 just south of Waddington and involved a black Peugeot 208 that collided with a tree. The driver of the car, a 56-year-old male, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
The A15 was closed just before 6pm and is likely to remain closed for some time.
We are particularly keen to hear from those who were driving along the A15 this afternoon between 4pm and 5:10pm and may have captured dashcam footage of the road during the collision.
If you have dashcam footage or any other information that will assist in our enquiries, there are a number of ways you can get in touch.
By calling 101 quoting incident 285 of 4 July.
By emailing [email protected] quoting incident 285 of 4 July in the subject line.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a serious collision in Ingoldmells.
Just after 12.30pm on Saturday (2 July), we received reports of a collision involving a silver Vauxhall Vivaro and a 76-year-old male pedestrian on Hurdman Way.
The male pedestrian was taken to hospital with serious injuries. The A52 at Ingoldmells was closed to allow emergency services to deal with the incident.
If you witnessed the collision or have dashcam footage available, please get in touch.
By calling 101 quoting incident 209 of 2 July.
By emailing [email protected] quoting incident 209 of 2 July in the subject line.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
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