Things to do

Blake South Holland Centre, Spalding Saturday, June 11, 7.30pm Tickets £22 Box office 01775 764777 Blake are touring the UK and they’re performing at the South Holland Centre on June 11. Known for their ability to perform a huge mix of genres, the group use rich vocal harmonies to perform classic songs in their inimitable style. The tour follows appearances ...

As somebody that loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as a kid, I was relatively excited when Nickelodeon brought the pizza-loving brothers back to the big screen in 2014. I wasn’t overly enamoured with that version, but it did the job in terms of providing a good platform for the next generation of kids to enjoy the Turtles. This second ...

Crowland Abbey hosts a recital by Mezzo Soprano Isabel Gray on Saturday at 7.30pm. Isabel and her accompanist on the organ, James Reed, will be singing a variety of songs from the classical repertoire. Refreshments will be provided. Entry is free but a donation would be appreciated. The programme includes The Virgin Mary’s Expostulation, Ave Maria, “Desdemona’s Aria” from Otello, ...

Following a sell-out production of Alice in Wonderland, the magic and wonder of Peter Pan will come to Baytree Garden Centre in a half term treat for all the family from this Sunday to Sunday, June 5. Journey beyond the stars to meet Peter Pan and Wendy as they battle the dastardly Captain Hook. The show is fast moving, with ...

2015 was a phenomenal year for Russell Watson, with a sell-out UK tour, special guest performances at US National Memorial Day in Washington DC, the Caracalla Unicef Concert in Rome and BBC Proms In the Park. The UK’s best selling classical crossover artist of all time returns to the stage in 2016 with a stunning collection of best loved songs. ...

Amidst the shot, smoke and din of battle, a surgeon, a midshipman, a gunner and a powder monkey aboard HMS Victory strive to destroy the Combined Fleet of France and Spain. Their fate – and that of their country – lies in the hands of one man – Horatio Nelson. At the South Holland Centre on Thursday at 7.30pm Nicholas Collett ...

Your family will find lots of fun filled events for half-term week at RSPB Frampton Marsh. Back by popular demand is a brand new treasure trail round the beautiful reedbed. Follow the clues round the trail; get the questions right and you win a prize! This runs throughout the holiday, from this Sunday to Sunday, June 5. The trail is ...

Ever since he was teased in the post-credits scene of X-Men Days of Future Past (DOFP), I’ve been excited to see Apocalypse make his big screen debut. There’s just something about the introduction of an uber-villain that raises the stakes a little, especially in a universe that brings popular comic book characters to life. Serving as the third part of ...

‘With A Little Bit of Luck’ – Theatre You Can Rave To! South Holland Centre, Spalding Tomorrow (Thursday), 8.15pm Tickets £10, £7.50 for groups of four or more Box Office 01775 764777 Paines Plough Theatre Company deliver a touch of musical nostalgia with their latest work giving audiences a chance to relive those carefree clubbing days of the late nineties ...

Three gardens in Fleet will be opening their gates to the public next weekend. Little Acres in Hazelwood Lane, Westholme in Little Marsh Lane and Battleford Hall in Proudfoot Lane, will all be open on Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30, from 11am to 4pm. Entry is £2.50 per garden and there will be refreshments available and plants for ...

Canadian comedian Tom Stade brings his brand new show to Peterborough’s Key Theatre on Wednesday (May 25). Candid and alluring, join Tom as he ruminates on life’s oddities and revels in his own perpetual shortcomings. Expect the brand new show to have customary Stade flair; uncompromising humour, insatiable mischief and heaps of inspired improvisation. Direct from BBC1’s The John Bishop ...

There is reasoning behind the bushy sideburns currently being sported by Spalding pub landlord Pete Williams. He’s playing Bill Sikes in Spalding Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society’s production of Oliver!, which begins a four-night run at the South Holland Centre on Wednesday.(May 18) Few people might know that Punchbowl owner and South Holland district councillor Pete went to drama school ...

Those of you that have seen 2014’s Bad Neighbours will likely remember it as a watchable comedy that had a few belly-laugh moments. It was a story of the college lifestyle versus the suburban dream (albeit on steroids) showcased by a decent set of characters. The vast majority of the cast – led by Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne and Zac ...

Families can enjoy a special event at Ayscoughfee Hall next month which will be literally out of this world! The historic Spalding venue is holding a Space Weekend on June 4 and 5 to coincide with the return to Earth of Astronaut Tim Peake from the International Space Station. The event will see a mobile planetarium from Starlincs put up ...

Pinchbeck Photographic Group will enjoy a presentation entitled “My Photography” by David Gibbins next Thursday (May 12). The show illustrates several aspects of photography that David enjoys and the second half focuses on his international exhibition work. All are welcome to the event at The School Hall, Pinchbeck East Primary School, Fennell Road, Pinchbeck, from 7.30pm. Admission is £3.50 for ...

Following the sell-out production of Alice in Wonderland, the magic and wonder of Peter Pan will come to Baytree Garden Centre, Weston, in a half term treat for all the family from May 28 to June 5. The show is fast moving, with catchy songs and plenty of audience participation. Children of all ages will be able to meet Tinkerbelle ...

Spalding Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society (SADOS) have been busily preparing for their next production Oliver! This year they have been working with the kids from The Biz Theatre School in Boston on this fantastic family show. Let them transport you to Victorian London for a timeless tale about the boy who dared to ask for more… After escaping Mr ...

Crowland Show promises to be a fun-filled day of entertainment and animals for all the family. As well as all the horse and dog show classes, there will also be a craft fair, stalls and handmade foodstuffs, the WI marquee, as well as rides, games and activities. MP John Hayes is due to officially open the event on Saturday, June ...

Loaded Nightclub and Lounge, on Westlode Street, Spalding, has  announced it’s latest celeb appearance – Youtube and Facebook sensation, Jack Jones. Made famous for his pranks, dares and mischief, Jack is to appear at the popular venue on Saturday. Venue manager Dave Charlesworth said “Jack Jones is a huge name, known for his pranks and stunts in public, and to ...

When it comes to Marvel’s Cinematic Universe (MCU), the Captain America films often play a major role in moving the wider story on. The original showed us how Steve Rogers became the first Avenger, while the amazing Winter Soldier showcased the collapse of S.H.I.E.L.D. Civil War, as the title suggests, continues that trend as we see the vast majority of ...