Events

South Holland’s talent was out in force at a casting session for a Hollywood-style movie. A morning session saw people line up for chance to be part of the crew for the Dishonoured film, which has been written by local actor Steph Genovese. Steph said: “The crew who applied were so skilled, it made our job so easy in terms ...

Former members of two brass bands are being called upon for a reunion next month. Ex-Gleed School Band musicians Mark Le Sage and Trudy Habgood (nee Wood) have organised a get-together for afternoon tea at Whaplode Manor in Saracen’s Head on Sunday, June 28, at 2pm. They want to see as many ex-members of both Gleed School Band and Welland ...

Volunteers were invited to an afternoon tea party to celebrate a charity’s 25th birthday. The Crowland Cancer Fund committee organised the event as a thank you to all those who have helped in the charity’s shop and warehouse, past and present. A special “thank you” card was presented to each volunteer. Secretary Libby Jackson said: “During our 25 years we ...

no images were found Wet and chilly weather failed to put a dampener on the annual Springfields Festival and Tulipmania weekend. Despite needing coats and umbrellas, the 3,000 visitors made the most of the entertainment on offer. David Norton, chief executive of Springfields Horticultural Society, said: “The highlight of the weekend was the spectacular display of tulips in the garden, ...

Entries for the popular annual Summer Fun brochure are being invited. Each year the brochure lists the wide range of leisure and cultural opportunities for children, young people and families in South Holland over the school summer holidays. South Holland District Council wants to hear about events for inclusion free of charge. Summer Fun will be distributed to every school child ...

no images were found Rain clouds dispersed in time for the sun to shine on a “fantastic” Moulton Chapel parade. Crowds of villagers and visitors turned out to see the parade wend through the village, led by its very own royal family, parade queen Porsche Groom, princess Isla Cameron and prince Zachary Simpson. There was also some visiting “royals” in ...

no images were found There were thrills – and spills – at Spalding’s first Velo Prix event. Spalding Cycling Club made the most of the current popularity of cycling to host a range of events to bring it to the masses. Young and old alike were able to get involved – with competitions for established cyclists from all over the ...

Sutton Bridge’s St Matthew’s Art Exhibition is taking place a little earlier this year. Traditionally the exhibition takes place over August Bank Holiday weekend but this year it has been brought forward. The exhibition, which is now in its 18th year, starts on Saturday and runs until Friday (May 8). It will return to its normal August slot next year. ...

War veterans’ champion Harold Payne makes no apology for breaking a pledge – after agreeing to return to Normandy again. The Fleet businessman vowed that last year’s trip for the D-Day 70th anniversary celebrations would the final one after two decades. But to the relief of many elderly war heroes he’s been cajoled into organising at least one more. Harold ...

Four groups from South Holland are ready to try and stake a place in the final of Dance Factor Lincolnshire. The local semi-final is in front of a live audience and judges at the South Holland Centre in Spalding tonight (Friday, April 24). Crews have all been working hard to develop their own dance routines and hoping to impress with ...

Visitors to Spalding’s St Paul’s Primary School stepped back in time over the weekend. The school hosted a medieval festival, organised by James Farrar, who has three children there. This is the second time James has put on the event and although numbers were up on last year, he was still a little disappointed with the turnout. He said: “We ...

A project to get a village church clock working again has been officially launched. Visitors at the launch of the Cowbit St Mary Clock project enjoyed a talk on the clock manufacturer J B Joyce, by horologists Steve and Darlah Thomas, and had a chance to view memorabilia and photographs covering the heritage of the clock and village life in ...

Three youngsters have been chosen to lead the Moulton Chapel Tulip Time Parade. Competition entrants were interviewed by judges, poet Benjamin Zephaniah and author Anna Mandell, at a special evening, and were asked about their hobbies and interests. Eventually Porsche Groom (12) was named queen, Isla Cameron (6) princess and Zachary Simpson (7) prince. All three of them are from ...

Everyone wanting to hear about the work of South Holland arts programme Transported at an event in Spalding next Wednesday is asked to let organisers know as soon as possible. Transported staff will be at the South Holland Centre from 5.30pm. Call 01406 701006 or email TransportedPR@litc.org.uk

Spalding’s Health and Fitness Show was a huge success with more than 300 visitors – even local MP John Hayes and writer Benjamin Zephaniah got in on the action. The show, organised by Give It Some Fizz Fitness, Sports and Education and sponsored by The Spalding Voice, showcased ways of helping people get fit and active and feel good. People ...

There was plenty happening at Springfields over the weekend to keep the whole family entertained. Children were able to explore the Festival Gardens, find the clues and crack the code to receive a delicious Thornton’s Easter egg treat. There was free face painting and crafting sessions for children, while visitors were able to get up close and personal with a ...

Lincolnshire has been chosen as a pilot area for the Department for Transport’s Bikeability Plus scheme. Lincolnshire County Council has been awarded £25,000 to deliver a series of modules designed to engage children and families with the opportunities, skills, support and guidance to make cycling part of their everyday lives. Before June 2015, the council will have delivered six modules ...

Transported aims to increase the number of people in the South Holland and Boston areas engaging with and participating in the arts. Funded by Creative People and Places from Arts Council England, the programme is moving into its third year and is organising lots of different arts events and activities to take place during 2015. An open update meeting is ...

A project to create a mass of canvases comprising individually knitted tulip heads has been eagerly greeted. The aim is to showcase the artwork at South Holland In Bloom and other community events. Tulip Radio is co-ordinating the project and will supply canvases approximately 40in x 30in. It’s hoped that each one completed will also bear the logo and names of ...

A community arts project is under way to revamp the boarded-up windows at Holbeach cemetery chapels. Efforts are being made to repair and regenerate the monument chapels to create a community focused space. While a steering committee applies for funding, arts programme Transported is helping with some artistic care. The project will create four bespoke photographic murals, which will take ...