BI March 15 ART_Layout 1 - The Bailgate Independent

“Guys &
Dolls” rolls
into Lincoln
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Fashion
- Chloe
Fillingham
Super food
and a new look
at the Tower
Hotel
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Ma rch 2015
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Two year celebrations for the ‘friendly’ gallery
Art galleries are sometimes, with some
justification, thought to be a bit snooty and elitist.
Nothing could be further than the truth at The
Little Red Gallery in Bailgate, which celebrates
two years in business this month.
This family run gallery started by art lover Hazel
Venn celebrates modern art and artists and its
ethos comes directly from Hazel. “I want
everybody to enjoy the fantastic range of original
artworks and prints on sale here. I believe it’s our
job to show people a wide variety of
contemporary art which they will hopefully buy
and enjoy. There really is something to suit
everyone”.
Lincolnshire born Hazel decided to turn her love
of art into
a business
and two
years ago
the Little Red Gallery was
born. It’s now difficult to
picture the Bailgate
without this gallery, it’s
such a perfect fit with the
area. “I love running this
business in the middle of
this wonderful area. It’s a
marvellous feeling when a
Left: Ashley, Centre: Hazel and Right: Bethany
with visiting artists Peter and Jayne Smith.
visitor connects with a
piece of art - this is what it’s all
about for me,” said Hazel.
Hazel runs the gallery with
fellow art lovers Manager,
Ashley Graham and Hazel’s
daughter Bethany who lives on
the third floor of this Victorian
townhouse. Ashley, Bethany and Hazel are very knowledgeable
about the art on show, and one of them is always on hand to
advise. The final member of the team is Hazel’s son Alastair who
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concentrates on
administration and social
media for the business.
An event is held at the
gallery every month with
the next one on 21st
March featuring visiting
artist Dale Bowen, an
internationally established
artist and potter. There
will be also be give-aways, The gallery has wonderful light rooms and right:
part of the signature wall.
prizes, cake and drinks to
celebrate the two year anniversary.
The Little Red Gallery is loved by its customers and artists alike.
The gallery has four main rooms over two floors and on the stairs there
is a ‘signature wall’ with visiting artists’ signatures.
“We have a great relationship with our artists, they often drop in, hence
the signature wall,” said Ashley. And, of course, we love meeting new customers”.
If you have seen a piece a of art
you liked but has now gone
from the gallery, Ashley or
Hazel will check if it has been
sold or just returned to the
publisher to make room for
new art. If it has been sold, you
can commission an artist
through the gallery, to make a
similar piece for you.
If you are in love with a piece
at the gallery and it’s an
original, let the Little Red
Art to suit everybody. Clockwise from top left, artworks by:
Gallery know and they will
John Wilson, Dale Bowen, Peter Smith and Edward Waite.
reserve it and set up a
payment plan or even commission another one so you don’t miss
out on the piece you are dreaming of.
Popular artists are Lawrence Coulson, Jeff Rowland, Craig
Davison, Alex Jawdokimov, Becky Mair, Paul Horton, Edward
Waite and Richard Rohan.
So, if you love art but are sometimes put off by the elitism
portrayed in some galleries visit The Little Red Galley for
friendly advice and a great selection of contemporary art.
The Little Red Gallery, 8 Bailgate, Lincoln, LN1 3AE.
T: 01522 589134. www.thelittleredgallery.co.uk
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Come and experience
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Traditional tea rooms in
Lincoln’s Bailgate, serving a
variety of delicious cakes and
lashings of freshly brewed tea.
We also offer some gluten free,
vegetarian and dairy free options.
Open Daily from 10am. Closed Mondays.
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feature from Chloe Fillingham from
Agatha Boutique and with the
approach of the Magna Carta
celebrations and the reopening of the
castle, see what’s planned over the next
couple of months.
Have you voted for your Food Hero
for our All About Food magazine yet?
The winning hero gets some free
advertising in this magazine, a feature
in All About Food and a chance to do
a demonstration at the Food & Gift
Show in November. Any business or
person in the food sector can be voted
for and you could win a bottle of
Vintage Champagne!
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Gridlock cushions, mugs &
notebooks by Ella Doran
This month we have a great fashion
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Quirky cards, homeware
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Contents
Editor’s Comment
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forty four
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I noticed that Rick Metcalfe, City
Council Leader has backed the call for
employers to pay the ‘Living Wage’ if
they can afford to do so.
It’s very easy for people not in business
to make that call. Like most people I
agree in principle, but most small (and
sometimes large) businesses suffer a
lack of cashflow at times. Paying extra
to staff now, could tip a company into
trouble at a later date. Unless you are a
cash rich business it’s very easy to get it
wrong, resulting in laying people off or
cutting hours - just the result not
desired!
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Countryside extravaganza
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A historic year for Lincoln Castle
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Top speaker comes to Lincoln, New Brayford taxi
8 years for Croft
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Fashion, new Steep Hill boutique
I do wonder if politicians, from
government to local level, really
understand small businesses.You can’t
make declarations of intent and expect
businesses to follow that intent without
some material help. Instead we are now
told to increase pay, contribute to
employees’ pensions, pay extortionate
corporation tax (Limited Companies
only) etc. Where will that money come
from? Perhaps the extra pumped into
public service pensions should be
diverted to the lifeblood of the British
economy - small business.
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New hands on approach to marketing
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An evening with Boudica
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Art & Culture
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Homestyle
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Innovation and refurbishment at the Tower
Page 24-25
Food & Drink
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Vote for your food hero
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Our Valentine’s winner
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Martin Smith shortlisted for top award
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Thinking inside the box
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Business
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Business champions ethical waste disposal
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Cooke Connell charity column
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News
“Guys And Dolls” rolls into Lincoln.
The smash hit musical comedy
illuminates the LPAC this April
The high rollers are in town for the next presentation from Lincoln
Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society (LAODS).
This period classic set in 1950s New York tells the story of Sky
Masterson, a successful gambler, who is challenged to take the uptight
missionary Sarah Brown on a date to Havana. Meanwhile, small time
gambler Nathan Detroit is trying to finance the illegal floating crap
game he runs without the knowledge of Adelaide, his fiancee of
fourteen years. The Hot Box dancers add that extra spice to the mix
making Guys And Dolls a safe bet to entertain!
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We believe in longer
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We offer digital retinal
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We ensure our optical
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The show is stacked with timeless tunes including: Luck Be A Lady,
the eponymous Guys And Dolls and the show stopping Sit Down You’re Rockin’The Boat.
We accept children
from two and a half
years old (remember
schools do not hold
eye tests).
LAODS are very happy to be back at Lincoln Performing Arts Centre,
next to the Brayford, continuing their successful four year association.
Especially after the great success of their last show - Anything Goes
which has received glowing reviews and a prestigious NODA award
nomination.
So BOOK NOW and let the good times roll.
Show dates - Tuesday 14th April to Saturday 18th April 2015.
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LPAC Box Office call: 01522 837600 - Mon - Sat, 10am - 6pm
Lincoln Performing Arts Centre, Brayford Pool, LN6 7TS.
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A countryside extravaganza at the
Lincolnshire Showground
‘THINKING INSIDE THE BOX’
To us, customer service is
everything. That’s why on
completion of our service
with you we supply a box full
of everything to make that
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moving day.
Open the lid to find a kettle, mugs, tea, coffee, sugar, milk, stirrer
and scrummy biscuits. As with the advice and service, this little
gem is tailored to the client’s individual preferences.
For a Free, no obligation, informal chat with Lincoln’s
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Visit the Showground for
‘Countryside Lincs’, a fun
packed extravaganza about
food, farming and the
countryside this Easter
holidays. Families will have
the chance to step into six
different indoor and outdoor
zones to make, bake and
explore life on the farm.
Countryside Lincs
welcomes local producers,
crafters, farmers and
businesses to one place
to inspire young minds
about Lincolnshire’s
heritage.
You will be able to
watch traditional
crafts people at work
creating bug house
hotels, candle
making, felting and
yarn spinning from the professionals.
There will also be falconry demonstrations, a farrier at work,
the parade of hounds and you can take a trip to the Farmyard
to meet Lincoln Red cows, Lincoln Longwool sheep, goats,
shire horses, chickens, rabbits and guinea-pigs and the farmers
that care for them!
Take a peek into the life of the experts in the interactive zone,
with free workshops including the NFU ‘Let’s Talk Farming’
roadshow, where you can meet Annabelle the ever-popular
model dairy cow and might even experience chicks hatching
with The Happy Chick Company.Watch a master at work Pete Welbourne who will be making fresh bread and hot cross
buns from local flour and Ruth Wilkinson from Wooden Spoon
and Whisk will be whizzing up some fresh vegetable soups too.
With six hours of nonstop indoor and outdoor entertainment,
Countryside Lincs is a must-do this Easter. Advanced tickets are
on sale from www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk, Rand
Farm Park, Ruddocks Lincoln and Uncle Henry’s
Farm Shop.
Home-produced burgers, breakfast rolls and refreshments will
be available to buy on the day, alternatively you can bring a pack
up to eat in the picnic area.
Countryside Lincs, Sunday 29th March from 10am to
4pm at the Lincolnshire Showground, Grange de Lings,
Lincoln, LN2 2NA.
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Historic year for Lincoln Castle
Work to transform this local landmark into a world-class visitor
attraction is nearing completion - just in time for the 800th
anniversary of Magna Carta.
The ‘Lincoln Castle Revealed’
project is now in its final stages,
with the site set to re-open to the
public on 1 April.
The centrepiece of the £20m
refurbishment is a new vault to
house Magna Carta and the
Charter of the Forest, including an “in the round” cinema. There will
also be a complete medieval wall walk (with disabled access), restored
Victorian and Georgian prisons, and a new shop and café.
Cllr Nick Worth, Lincolnshire County Council’s executive member
for culture and heritage, said: “2015 is going to be one of the biggest
years in the castle’s history.
“Not only are we unveiling the new-look site for the first time, we’ll
also be celebrating 800 years of Magna Carta.
“The castle is the only place in the world where Magna Carta and the
Charter of the Forest can be seen together, and these improvements
will give them the home they deserve.
“This will put us on the map, both nationally and internationally,
drawing thousands of visitors to the county and giving a major boost
to the local economy.”
The work has been funded by the county council, the Heritage
Lottery Fund, the European Regional Development Fund and the
David Ross Foundation.
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Exciting events are
being planned to
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celebrate Magna
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anniversary.
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Hogan said: “We’ve
a lot planned for the Cllr Nick Worth, Executive Member for Culture and
Heritage in the Victorian Prison.
coming months,
with events for all the family.
“We’ll have performers and activities in the grounds for the grand reopening and a special Easter quest in April.
“This will be followed by our St George’s Festival, and in May a visit
from King John and a Grand Medieval Joust.
“There will also be a special celebration in mid-June to mark Magna
Carta’s anniversary, with events continuing into the summer.”
COMING EVENTS
Castle Revealed! - 1st-2nd April - The grand re-opening, featuring a variety
of performers and activities, including a jester school.
Castle Easter Quest - 1st- 3rd April
St George’s Festival - 25th-26th April - Mounted St George and the Dragon
show, medieval pageant and chivalry school.
King John Returns! - 3rd-4th May - The infamous king makes a return visit to
the castle. Make haste and meet him, see his knights practise their skill at
arms, and hear the grievances of the barons.
Grand Medieval Joust - 23rd-25th May - A three-day competition of fullcontact medieval jousting, plus a full programme of supporting activity.
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What do
you see?
Exceptional speaker brought to
Lincoln by Russell Payne
Once in a while a business speaker
not only lives up to expectations, he
exceeds them by miles, and when
one such speaker comes to Lincoln,
it’s an opportunity not to be
missed.
Local business owners and
marketing managers shouldn’t miss
out on hearing Geoff Ramm, one
of the UK’s most exciting,
innovative and imaginative
marketing experts, who is coming
to the city to share his ideas,
experiences and expertise on
March 30.
With a list of glowing recommendations from blue chip companies and
global organisations to his credit, Geoff Ramm is an exceptional,
engaging speaker who leaves his audience fizzing with ideas, enthusiasm
and the confidence to be creative and original in their own marketing.
Geoff Ramm is being brought to Lincoln by another original, Russell
Payne of Russell Payne & Co, who explained what the event is all
about.
‘There are hundreds of business people in and around Lincoln who are
passionate about growing their businesses. Many of them have already
attended my Business Bootcamps and they understand how marketing
can help them stand out from the competition.
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With high-profile clients from all industries, Geoff Ramm has worked
with businesses of all sizes from entrepreneurs who are launching startup enterprises without a budget, to global successes including, Honda,
Toyota, TATA, SAGE, Tiger Brands and Chrysler.
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New Brayford taxi
Visitors to Lincoln this Summer
will have the chance to see more of
the area’s beautiful scenery by
boarding a brand new taxi. The
exciting new water taxi service, is
being launched by Monna Owen,
owner of the city’s popular Brayford Belle service.
The American Pontoon will be sharing the same mooring as the
Brayford Belle and they will alternate river trips.The water taxi will
transport people to and from The Pyewipe pub, which is a 30 minute
journey (one way) and to and from Burton Waters (45 minutes one way).
People will just be able to turn-up to use the service, although the water
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News
Croft Carpets celebrate 8 years
in business
E ight years ago, experienced carpet retailer Simon Croft
decided to form his own company, Croft Carpets. Initially Simon
worked from home, taking carpet samples to clients. He quickly
realised that people much prefer to actually visit a showroom and
opened his first showroom on Wragby Road. Some four years
later he moved to
larger premises
situated on
5-6 High Street
Lincoln (opposite
the Peugeot garage)
as his business
flourished and
the demand for
more space
became increasingly
more important.
Simon has a vast knowledge of the carpet industry with his own
personal career spanning over 30 years - the key to his success?
The ability to offer a complete old fashioned service which
customers appreciate.
“If a customer wants furniture moving and old carpets taking
away I will organise it,” says Simon. “We also offer a unique shop
from home service, which means we will bring our shop to you,
in the comfort of your own home - at your request. It's not a
complicated concept it's simply one of good customer service”.
www.martinsmithopticians.co.uk
22 Saltergate,
Lincoln LN2 1DH
Telephone: 01522 521 100
Simon also believes he can
achieve much better prices
than even the big multiples
when buying and sourcing
carpets. He has spent time
working for large companies
which has given him the
experience to buy keenly
enabling him to pass that
saving on to his customers.
Walking into his showroom
you will be staggered at just
how much choice is available.
Ranges include Brockways,
Britons, Mr Tomkinsons,
Victoria, Penthouse, Cormar,
Georgian, Kingsmead, BMK
and many, many more.
As well as carpets the
company supplies and fits
laminates, solid woods and
quality cushioned floors.
You will also find blinds
and curtains. All fittings
are guaranteed for 12
months and home visits
are available.
Croft Carpets' approach epitomises the sort of service people
now expect and the growth of the business reflects that.
Croft Carpets is based at 5-6 High Street, Lincoln
LN5 8BG. Telephone: 01522 523004 or 07944 218982
or visit: www.croftcarpets.co.uk
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Fashion
Step into a fresh perspective
The anticipation is over, new season’s fashion has landed all over the high street and in our inboxes.
Thinking about where to start, here are a few key trends of spring summer 2015 that will instantly refresh
your wardrobe.
Key tip: Remember trends come and go, so be realistic to your buying and purchase items with longevity.
Print of the season - the Stripe
Never fails to put you straight in line for spring summer. This season the stripe has gone bolder and is a key player
crossing over to the sporty look. Play clever with stripes wear a vertical stripe trouser to elongate the leg.
Fashion expert Chloe Fillingham from Agatha Boutique in Lincoln.
Paul Smith Black stripe full skirted dress available at Agatha and Paul Smith Black collection, both available at Agatha.
Sportswear is not just for the gym
Let’s not break out into a sweat now
ladies, we all dread the word ‘gym’
but maybe we won’t this season
when you see the different looks
inspired by that pulse-racing word.
Think oversized shapes, sheer
fabrics, luxury joggers, stripe
detailing and sporty inspired shoes.
Furthermore, serving the way
through the SS15 catwalk
collections was tennis, think fresh
whites, drop hem dresses, pleats
and colour trimmed knitwear
there’s lots of ways to stay on point
with the sporty trend.
Clockwise from top left: Second
Female top and jogger, Jasper
Conran RTW SS15 and MaxMara
Weekend collection, all available
C’est Chic for the return of the
at Agatha.
disco decade
The 1970s is back in full force. Take elements of the trend with soft
suede and power flower prints to look bohemian beautiful. The glam
rock style has influenced accessories and footwear with the metallic
shades and platform heels.
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Fashion
Denim Dream
Our safety net of all fabrics has been updated this season and
become most desirable. Seen on the catwalks and fashion bloggers
indigo denim is first choice. Strong seventies spirit influencing the
denim shape and texture with the kick flare and patch work denim.
If you aren’t so brave layering more than one denim piece keeps it
simple and style with a crisp white shirt for a classic cool look.
Colour Palette
Pretty Pastels – Array of soft pinks, mint, lemon and lilac. Perfect
pastel colour blocking as seen by Ted Baker SS15 collection.
Black and White – A timeless combination for an instantly chic look.
Blue – Something blue to awaken your wardrobe and a perfect
colour to complement many skin tones.
White – Head to toe pure white. Layer and mixes for the ultimate
look.
...and a great
selection of
beautiful
accessories
Clockwise from top left: Paul Smith Black collection, Jonathan Saunders all in the
blue RTW SS15, Ted Baker Distinguishing Rose Dress and Coat all available at
Agatha.
Continued overleaf.
L A D I E S FA S H I O N & B E AU T Y
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Lincoln LN1 3LN
Tel: 01522 542085
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Fashion
Continued from page 13.
Shape of the season
The culotte is a great alterative to a skirt and is super-flattening for
many body shapes. You can create so many different looks with
season’s staple trouser, dress down with a t-shirt and sneaker or dress
up for an evening with a suited jacket and heel.
Accessories
Life isn’t about
finding yourself
Life is about
creating yourself
Modern,
elegant and
individual
fashion
personally
chosen to
bring you the
finest quality
clothing,
jewellery and
accessories.
The simplest way to update your look is with an accessory, from soft
suede fringed bags echoing the bohemian feel to pretty pastel
messenger bags, this season there is something for everyone. The
back pack is here to stay; it’s a practical yet stylish bag that works well
for the working women.
Jewellery
Gift vouchers
available.
Affordable
French and
Italian
influenced
fashion.
Above: Marni necklaces RTW
SS15. Right: Chanel stacked
bracelets RTW SS15.
Stacked and layered is
how to wear your
jewellery. It was all about
the stacked rings last
season and now the craze
has turned to bracelets.
There is an artisan
influence coming through
with statement necklaces,
wear with a printed top to create a powerful look.
Footwear
Footwear completes any outfit, we see more from the mule this
season and clogs have been platformed. If you prefer to be closer to
the ground you will be pleased to know fabulous flats are in with
49 STEEP HILL, LINCOLN LN2 1LU • 07969 775211
athletic details and straps echoing the sporty look. Bold colour
Open: Tues - Sat 10am - 5pm Sun 12 noon - 4pm. Mon closed.
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blocking combinations seen on sandals and courts are a playful way
to make a statement.
Follow us on Twitter & Facebook for all the latest styles and offers.
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News
New boutique reflects Debbie’s love
of fashion
Debbie Probert owner of
Debutante Boutique Steep Hill
Lincoln has always had a passion
for clothing and a keen interest
in fashion. Five years ago after a
career spanning 30 years in
finance, Debbie decided to turn
her love of fashion into a
business.
Setting herself a task that would
challenge the best of us, she
began the process with a serious
amount of research and
eventually identified a gap in the market for the styles and designs
found in the Boutique today. Debutante Boutique has developed
successfully ever since. Initially starting from home she then
expanded into premises within Whisby Garden Centre and then
LA Fitness before recently opening Debutante Boutique on Steep
Hill, Lincoln in September 2014.
“Since I began my business I have always
aspired to have premises in the Cathedral
Quarter and when number 49 Steep Hill
became available I was absolutely certain
it was the right time to relocate. The
business has grown year on year and
moving onto Steep Hill has already
proven to be the right decision.
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well as my very loyal customers many of
whom have followed me as the business
has grown.”
BEFORE
The clothing and accessories at
Debutante Boutique are suitable for all
ages and are heavily influenced by
French and Italian designs. The new
Spring must-haves are already on display including a fabulous
new jewellery range.
What makes Debutante Boutique unique? Possibly the infectious
enthusiasm you experience the moment you walk through the
door or perhaps the fact that you can fully accessorize your outfit
with specifically chosen exquisite contemporary jewellery,
handbags and scarves or maybe its just that you are likely to find
exactly what you are looking for by talking directly to Debbie
who is on hand to offer help, advice and outfit suggestions.
Brands on sale include: Tiverso Italy, J&S Millennium Italy, Made
in Italy, Pinka Italy, Montan Paris, Enzoria Paris, Micky Italy,
Soggo Paris, J&L Paris,
Keroszyn Italy with accessories
such as scarves, gloves (Powder
Design Accessories) handbags
and purses by Earth Squared,
Edinburgh. Jewellery is from
Eliza Gracious and Park Lane.
Debutante Boutique, 49 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LU.
T: 07969 775211. e:[email protected]
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Tel: 01522 704466
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demonstrations on
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Wednesday 8th April - 6pm
If you would like to learn more
about 3D Lipo, come along to
our demonstration. Spaces are
limited so booking is essential.
Telephone: 01522 704466
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News
A new hands-on approach to
marketing in Lincolnshire
Mindy Arora does
not rest. While
others might use a
Saturday afternoon
hairdresser’s
appointment to
relax and flick
through a glossy
magazine, Mindy,
who set up her
company Arora
Marketing last year,
is tapping furiously
on her laptop.
Mindy laughs. “I
hate having my
hair done, it’s such
a waste of time.
The day I found a
hairdresser with
great wifi all my
dreams came true!”
As they say, it takes one to know one. “I understand how busy
entrepreneurs are,” says Mindy, who worked in London with big
names like Calvin Klein PR, Unilever and Heat Magazine before
moving to Lincolnshire with her RAF Typhoon pilot husband to
start a family and work as a Business Studies teacher. “So I’ve tried
to deliver a personal service that gives them what they need so they
are free to deal with clients.”
The company aims to help transform time-poor small businesses by
boosting their online and social media presence. “I like to get to
know the client’s business inside and out,” Mindy says. “Then I
think I’m well placed to conjure up creative and relevant ideas to
help promote them. I’m reliable, very available and driven by
success.”
Typically, Mindy first sits down with the client to identify the gap in
their needs - whether sharpening up (or starting from scratch) a
website or Facebook page, looking after site rankings, logos,
branding and competitor analysis, or managing promotion in print
media.
The results speak for themselves. Personal trainer Craig Barton saw
his website go from nigh-on invisible to the top of popular search
engines after working with Mindy. “My business grew by 25% in
just two months of using Arora Marketing,” he says. “Mindy’s
knowledge of marketing is incredible, she is very professional and a
great communicator - she’s really fun to work with.”
Or Premier Clean, a Lincoln cleaning agency whose owner Marie
says: “I couldn’t recommend Arora enough. Everything is tailored to
your individual needs and extremely cost effective. Our results to
date have been amazing.”
Other Arora Marketing clients include: Mark’s Passenger Services,
Total Approach and West Heath Primary Care Centre.
If you’d like to find out how Arora Marketing might be able to help
your business, book a consultation with Mindy.You won’t be under
any obligation and you’ll find her very approachable - just don’t be
surprised if you can hear a muffled hair dryer in the background.
Call Mindy on 07974 301 843, email
[email protected] or visit
www.aroramarketing.co.uk
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News
An evening with Boudica
Rachel Bishop previews an evening with Boudica at BGU
Boudica, fearsome Queen of the
Iceni Tribe, famed for taking on
the mighty Roman Empiresweeping through East Anglia,
red hair flying, dressed in brilliant
colours, ripping apart one
Roman Settlement after another.
This inspiring and mighty Queen
was on a mission of revenge for
the rape of her daughters, and
determined to show the Romans
who was boss.
Simple Scandinavian
style with a hint of
tradition. Beautiful home
decorations and gift
ideas with a Nordic feel.
Perfect for
Easter gifts
- Sunday 5th April 2015 -
07526 675815
Her story is the stuff of legends
and will be brought to life at BGU
by Lesley Smith, the Curator of
Tutbury Castle in Staffordshire, and also a world renowned English
Reformist with a particular interest in Medical History. She has
lectured across the world, making over 300 public appearances a year
as well as appearing on over 130 TV programmes in the past 7 years.
www.scandigiftshop.co.uk
Unit 2, 19 The Green Nettleham (Behind the Co-op)
Like us on Facebook ‘scandigifts’
Open Tues-Fri 9 - 5, Sat 9.30 - 2pm
e: [email protected]
If you imagine that this is going to be a fairly straight laced evening,
then think again, I have seen Lesley portray Queen Elizabeth 1,
Mary Queen of Scots and my personal favourite, Nell Gwynn,
which left me with a stitch in my side from howling with laughter.
Lesley holds you in her thrall from the moment she steps on stageher costumes are magnificent and her unique empathy for the
characters is spellbinding. She takes you through their story,
weaving in many details that you never knew with insights into life
at that time, totally immersing you in the portrayal.
Not that you need any extra incentive to attend this great night,
but the ticket price of only £20 also includes a reception drink and
canapés and funds raised will go the BGU Foundation Fund enhancing the student experience and making a difference to other
peoples lives.
7pm. The Venue. Bishop Grosseteste University.
Thursday 23 April. www.thevenuelincoln.co.uk
Whatever you are
thinking of selling...
The Thos. Mawer
Lincoln Auction Rooms
Dunston House, Portland Street,
Lincoln LN5 7NN
[email protected]
01522 524984
goldingyoung.com
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art&culture
Art is one the things that makes us human. It is an expression of that humanity whether its fine art, modern
art, music in all forms, drama... the list goes on. Without art and culture we are definitely less human - it
can lift the heart and take us to new places. And, it’s available locally! Here are some local events, books
and exhibitions. Culture does not have to be stuffy. There’s something for everyone - Enjoy!
Marlene Verplanck with the John Pearce Trio
The Survey of
Lincoln Lincoln’s
Castle, Bail
and Close
Friday 20th March, Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 8pm.
Transfixing audiences from her first note to her last, Marlene
performed with the great Dorsey Orchestra as well as backing Frank
Sinatra, Mel Torme and Perry Como.
Hear this American treasure, with her brilliant delivery and bell-like
A new booklet
tone, for an unmissable evening of jazz standards, supported by the
launch takes place
John Pearce Trio.
on Sat 28th March 2015 at St. Mary
Stokes’ Cafe at The Collection serves great food and beverages in a
Magdalene’s Church, Bailgate, 9.30am for 10am.
perfect informal cabaret setting for listening to top live jazz.
Lincoln’s Castle, Bail & Close (72 pages, £6.95),
The Collection Cafe, Danes Terrace, Lincoln . LN2 1LP. Tickets: £10, Students/u16s £5.
encourages readers to view afresh another ‘well-
From the Cafe 01522 550987, or 01522 529717, or on the door.
known’ area of the city. It focuses upon buildings
Mary Shaw at The Little Red
Gallery
Eastival! Lincoln Children's
Arts Festival
and structures, standing and disappeared. Order
our available titles from us, or from Lincoln
booksellers.
23 Spa Buildings, Lincoln, LN2 5AU
Details on our website
http://www.thesurveyoflincoln.co.uk
T
The Collection, Lincoln Drill Hall, LPAC and
he Little Red Gallery is
excited to host the
internationally acclaimed
artist Mary Shaw!
Terry O'Toole Theatre have come together to
present a fabulous fortnight of arts events and
activities for children across the city, bringing
together some of the very best theatre, dance,
workshops, films and music available for children
and families. The full programme is available
from all venues, and The Collection events
include; a Mummy Madness family fun day on
31st March, under 5's Easter storytimes on 2nd
and 9th April at 11.15 am, Easter craft activities
on 4th April, an Anglo Saxon Invasion family fun
day on 8th April, plus a free daily family film
During her time in Africa,
Mary developed a love of
wildlife and since her return to
England has found the abundance and variety of
European wildlife to be a fascinating and exquisite
subject, particularly as many species are now
endangered. Her paintings are acclaimed for their
attention to detail and accuracy.
Come find us on the Bailgate on the 25th of
April for fantastic art, nibbles, and wine.
We look forward to seeing you!
screening at 2 pm.
The festival runs from Saturday 28th March to
Saturday 11th April.
www.littleredgallery.co.uk
Tel: 01522 589134.
e: [email protected]
If you have an event you would like to
promote which involves any of the arts,
why not showcase it in Lincoln’s premier
free magazine? A small charge secures a
place.
Please call Rachel Bishop or
Susan Wallhead on:
01522 540936 or 01522 522940.
Always something new to discover
Sponsored by:
The Collection, Danes Terrace, Lincoln, LN2 1LP
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01522 782040
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Email: [email protected]
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Web: www.thecollectionmuseum.com
The Treehouse Butterfly Chair - An elegant and comfortable occasional chair
perfect for a bedroom, a hall or as a reading chair next to the fire. Inspired by a 1950s
original, the chair is £650 + fabric (4m plain, 5m large pattern).
homestyle
The Return of the Nest
- Really useful and a
great addition to any
scheme, particularly
when throwing a party –
somewhere for the
drinks. Prices start from
£195.
Sponsored by
Cool Ceramics - A soft and elegant approach to lamps – ceramic lamps in pale, cool colours work well in relaxed schemes with natural
linen shades. Prices from £195 + shade.
Makers of individual
kitchens & furniture
Because
everyone’s unique...
every one’s unique
Fossdyke House,
Gainsborough Road,
Saxilby, Lincoln, LN1 2JH.
01522 704446
End of Bed Benches and Ottomans - A perfect addition for
the end of the bed, offering balance to the headboard and
useful as seating or storage. These can add a bit of glamour
to the bedroom. Prices start from £395 + fabric.
www.chiselwood.co.uk
The Treehouse Interiors, Carlton House, 37 High Street, Carlton-le-Moorland, Lincoln LN5 9HL. 01522 788188. w
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S U P P LY • D E S I G N • I N S T A L L
Homestyle
BATHROOM CUSTOMER
SERVICE OF THE YEAR
A family run business, in Lincoln since 1999
The Upholstered Stool with tray - Practical when extra seating is required but also
perfect for serving drinks from with the useful oak tray that slides away underneath the
Celebrating
15 years
frame when not needed. Prices from £595 + fabric.
Designer’s choice
Each month we ask a designer or retailer to showcase their own choice of
FINALIST 2013
products which they specify or sell. This month we feature the Treehouse
The Pelham Centre, Canwick Rd,
Lincoln, LN5 8HG (Next to Pelham Bridge)
Tel: 01522 87 87 86
Web: www.elixir-bathrooms.com
interior design company which was established in Lincolnshire in 2000.
As head designers their inspiring interiors evolve through the close working
relationship they encourage with all their clients. The business provides a full
interior design consultant service for both private, residential interior design
projects and commercial interior design projects throughout the UK,
working with clients in the East Midlands, London and around the country.
Here company principals and designers Philip Martinson and Stephen
Hodgkinson showcase some of their favourite interior items - all designed
by or available through, the Treehouse interior design company.
Visit us in Nettleham for:
Beautiful blinds and curtains tailor made to
complement any interior. Curtain poles,
accessories and co-ordinating soft furnishings
• Verticals • Rollers • Venetians • Pleated
• Roman • Wood • Curtains • Accessories
• Soft Furnishings
A professional and friendly service with
over 20 years experience.
Headboards - A bed just doesn’t look dressed without one! A visual and impressive
Call Mark to arrange a free home visit.
piece that allows texture and colour into a scheme. With countless options and
designs, prices start from £350 + fabric.
www.thetreehouseinteriors.com
Open:
Mon-Fri
10am-4pm
Unit 1, Nettleham House, East Street,
Nettleham, Lincoln LN2 2SL
t: 01522 752084 m: 07445 937147
www.butterflyblindsandcurtains.co.uk
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News
Innovation and refurbishment at the Tower Hotel
One of the signs of a good business is how it changes and shapes itself
to keep its customers happy and to hopefully attract new ones.
The Tower Hotel sited adjacent to the castle walls on Westgate, just off
Bailgate, has regular refurbishments to refresh and keep the venue an
interesting place to visit. The latest of these is a makeover to the dining
room. This L-shaped room is a great dining space, not too big to feel
impersonal but not so small you are bumping into people! It’s a
gorgeous place in which to dine.
The latest changes incorporate muted coloured walls interspersed with
striped wallpaper and contrasting gold patterned curtains to give a
sophisticated, modern look. There are lovely and interesting accessories
throughout to avoid it looking bland - it’s absolutely NOW.
If you haven’t dined at the Tower before, give it a try. Their award
winning chef Darren Rogan is very inventive and the food is
mouthwatering.
As well as offering
the traditional
method of char
grilling steak, Darren
has recently added as
an alternative, the
'Sous Vide' style of
cooking steak.
‘Sous-Vide’ is a
cooking technique
using a water-bath,
set at a constant
temperature to
evenly cook your
steak throughout.
This method of
cooking stores all of
the flavours and
moisture within your
steak, intensifying
flavours and textures
and ensuring you get
your Steak exactly and consistently how you order it.
Your Rib-Eye or Fillet Steak is vacuum-sealed and cooked over a
period of time, at a temperature set to cook your steak evenly
throughout however you have requested it; be it anything from ‘Blue’ to
‘Well-Done’, and finished off on the griddle to seal your meat to
perfection. This method of cooking removes human error ensuring you
have exactly what you ask for, every single time.
A whole range of steaks can be cooked accurately using the ‘Sous-Vide’ method. From
the left: is steak cooked ‘blue’, ‘rare’, ‘medium rare’, ‘medium’, ‘medium well’ and ‘well
done’.
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The Tower has also introduced a number of special nights over the
coming months with a steak night every Wednesday (6pm - 9pm)
offering ‘Steak and Chip’s, ‘Surf and Turf ’, ‘Steak and Baked’ and
News
‘Spanish’ steak dishes. The first Thursday of every month is music night
featuring local musicians. Enjoy a casual dinner while you listen to some
really great music.
The Tower is also promoting their Christmas Evening Menu, a six
course menu at £30 per person. Book early - these get booked up very
quickly.
Every Tuesday is ‘Pie & Pint’ night where you can enjoy one of Darren’s
gorgeous pies with a pint at a special all-in price.
You may eat in the more casual environment of the bar as well as the
restaurant. Afternoon teas are also popular at the Tower - great in the
winter in the restaurant or in the summer on the outside patio
overlooking the castle walls.
Or of course if you prefer A La Carte you can enjoy dishes such as
starters ‘Poached Alfred Enderby Smoked Haddock Dumplings and
‘Black Pudding Scotch Egg’ or mains ‘36 hour Redhill Pork Belly’,
‘Twice Baked Pea Soufflé’ or ‘Pan Seared Fillet of Fresh Water Bream’.
As you would expect this can be followed by a super range of desserts
including ‘Apple & Pear Eton Mess’ ‘Blueberry, White Chocolate &
Pecan Tart.... delicious! Visit the website for the latest menus.
It’s quite obvious that the Tower cares about its customers and strives to
keep this different and exciting for both the bar and restaurant - if only
more dining venues were like this!
The Tower Hotel, Bar & Restaurant, 38 Westgate, Lincoln LN1 3BD.
T: 01522 529999. www.lincolntowerhotel.co.uk
Follow them on Twitter and Facebook for the latest offers and
specials.
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Food & Drink
Tom Kha Goong / Thai coconut soup with king prawns
INGREDIENTS (SERVES 3)
METHOD
6 Fresh king prawns
Bring the coconut milk and chicken stock to the boil.
1 Fresh galangal root
(thinly sliced)
3-4 Kaffir lime leaves
3-4 Fresh Thai chilli
(diced or cracked)
400ml Coconut milk
The soup requires two king prawns per
person. Chilli, salt and sugar can be altered
to suit your taste. Coriander roots can be
purchased from local Chinese
supermarkets.
200ml Chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
6 Button mushrooms,
each one cut into 4
2 Lemongrass stalks
sliced
6 Cherry tomatoes
halved
2 tablepoons lime juice
Leaves from 3
Coriander branches
3 Coriander roots
(optional)
White/brown sugar
Chilli oil/Fried dry chilli
(optional) a
Thailand No. 1 Head Chefs Mrs Rattana
Klakhaeng and Mr Surat Pilong
Rattana started her cooking career in 1986 with the
Imperial Queen’s Park Hotel in Bangkok and several other
5 star hotels before joining Thailand No1 in 2009.
Surat began cooking in South Pattaya, Thailand in 1985
and worked in many hotels in Thailand and overseas
prior to joining Thailand No1 in 2013.
Thailand No.1, 80-81 Bailgate, Lincoln LN1 3AR. T: 01522 537000.
www.lincoln.thailandnumber1.co.uk
Add the thinly sliced galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime
leaves and the coriander root (if used).
Simmer on medium for 10 minutes.
Add the prepared king prawns (whole but do not stir)
Add the mushrooms, tomatoes, sugar and salt and
simmer for a further 5 - 10 minutes.
To serve
When your are ready to serve, remove the coriander roots
and then add the lime juice and cracked chilli and top
with coriander leaves (or leave these ingredients in the
centre of the table for people to add themselves).
I made this soup and it was delicious - not as good
though as the restaurant’s version! EDITOR.
FREE SOUP!
If you would like to compare your version of
this soup with the Thailand No1 version,
they are offering a FREE Tom Kha Goong
soup (as part of a minimum 2 course meal)
with this token. Offer ends 31st March 2015.
1 free soup per person. EVENINGS ONLY.
1 useage per person.
Food & Drink
We have asked this month’s partners on food and wine, Majestic Wine, The Cheese
Society and No6 Deli to come up with an unusual wine and foodie delights to
encourage you to experiment with new tastes. Luckily we have the perfect partners
with the perfect expertise for this task - enjoy!
There’s still time to
vote for your food hero
Our food magazine, ‘All
About Food’, which
highlights local
restaurants, cafes, pubs,
farm shops,
delicatessens... in fact
any business which
deals with food, is out
again this spring.
Porta 6 2012 Lisboa
Wine
Grape - Castelão, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional.
Origin - The area around Lisbon is a hive of winemaking activity, making
uniquely styled wines primarily from blends of native Portuguese grapes.
This wine comes from vineyards in the Alenquer and Cadaval regions, in the
mountains to the north of Lisbon.
£9.99 (2 bottles or more £6.66 each)
Taste - Quintessentially Portuguese red, offering plenty of warm, jammy
forest fruit flavours combined with heady aromas of violets and touches of
spice. Supple, chewy tannins provide texture and length.
Enjoy - Perfect with minted lamb chops.
For advice on a range of usual and unusual wine: contact: Lee Slocombe,
Steve Browell and Victoria Smith.
Majestic Wine, 320 Wragby Road, Lincoln LN24QD. Tel: 01522 540128
www.majestic.co.uk Twitter: @Majesticlincoln
Cheese
Kaltbach Alpine
A firm pressed Swiss cheese made using
fresh cow’s milk with the addition of extra
fresh cream.
Smooth textured, matured in the humid
Kaltbach caves for around four to five months
to ensure maximum flavour.
Milk type: Cows
Style:
Semi-firm
Pasteurised
Strength: Medium
Region:
Lucerne
Country: Switzerland
The cheese is surrounded by a
dark natural rind to maintain
moisture within the cheese.
A delicious cheese for nibbling,
or use as an alternative to
Gruyere in Fondue, Croque
Monsieur or Gratins.
For a fantastic range of cheeses from around the world contact Kate O’Meara.
The Cheese Society, SHOP: 28 The Strait, Lincoln LN2 1JD, CAFE: 1 St Martin’s Lane,
Lincoln LN2 1HY. Tel: 01522 511003. www.thecheesesociety.co.uk
Deli
Zaramama’s Pop-a-Cob
gourmet popping corn
There's been an explosion in sales of gourmet popcorn
lately and Zaramama's Pop-a-Cob is a really quirky and
unusual version.
The cobs are available in three different colours that can be
made at home in the microwave or on the hob. The mixed
bag of kernels produces a rainbow of coloured popcorn,
without the use of additives, colourants or flavourings.
A great healthy snack idea for film night or childrens
parties. Prices from £1.00.
For these and many other fine foods, contact No6 Deli,
6 Clasketgate , Lincoln LN2 1JS. Tel: 01522 523808.
Follow No 6 Deli on Facebook and Twitter.
Lincoln is the County City of one of England’s best
and most productive food counties and has an
abundance of food businesses which cater for
every taste and budget. Lincoln also boasts many
local producers, farm shops, specialist shops and
regular farmers’ markets to showcase the area’s
bounty as well as specialist foods and wonderful
wines from around the world.
10,000 All About Food magazines are distributed
free to homes, businesses and relevant outlets such
as Doubletree by Hilton and White Hart Hotel,
including copies distributed at the Lincolnshire
Showground’s Food and Gift Fair in November. The
publication acts as a handy reference for local
people and visitors who want the best.
As usual we will be
featuring food heroes
including one who gets
the most votes from
readers of the Bailgate
Independent and All
About Food.
This year we are looking for a
new winner from any food or drink organisation
which deals with the public - a restaurant which
delivers quality, time after time, a food shop which
makes the effort to bring you the best available, a
pub which delivers great food at a good price, an
innovative wine merchant - anyone who you think
deserves recognition for what they do.
This is a great chance to get publicity for
your favourite food business who will also
be asked to demonstrate at the Food &
Gift Show. Voters will be entered into a
free draw to win a bottle of vintage
Champagne.
Vote for your Food Hero as follows:
Please send your vote by email only
please, to:
[email protected] Include
the name of the person you think is a
food hero plus the organisation they
work for and your name, address and a
contact telephone number for free draw
entry.
Closing date 31st April 2015. T&Cs apply.
VALENTINE’S WINNER
§
The winner of our Valentine’s day competition was local resident Louise. Louise had a brilliant day and evening on Valentine’s Day
Our Winner
Our lucky
Valentine’s
competition winner
this year was local
resident Louise.
Rachel Bishop
accompanied Louise
and tells us about
her special day.
Louises’s Day
Louise tries on some of
the beautiful clothes at
Agatha and (left)
receives her gift
voucher from Holly.
Trevor Gibbs from Kodak Express and I met up
with Louise this for a quick coffee at Carluccios
before starting our day. We then headed to Agatha
Boutique where we were greeted by Roberta,
Hollie and Chloe. They chatted with Louise to get a
good feel for her style and what she loves to wear,
and then selected some great outfits, they really
encouraged her to try different styles and
experiment with colour and presented her with a
£100 gift voucher.
I’d recommend anyone to let the Agatha team
advise them to liven up their wardrobes.
Our next stop was Pip Littlewood’s new salon on
Steep Hill, where we enjoyed fresh coffee and
homemade fudge while Pip gave Louise a
consultation and then proceeded to cut and blow
dry her hair. The salon was really inviting and Trevor
and I enjoyed sitting in the window seat , chatting
to Pip’s wife, Cally and people watching from the
Next stop, Pip
Littlewood Hair for a
consultation with Pip
on Louise’s
hair.
window, while Pip styled Louise’s hair into a stylish
bob.
John Greed Jewellery on the High Street was our
next stop, where Louise was presented with a gift
voucher from the Store Manager, Leanne and we all
enjoyed browsing the beautiful jewellery in the
store. It was then time to go home and let Louise
put her feet up for a few hours and get ready for the
evening ahead.
Bob from Lincoln Luxury Cars collected Louise
and her husband from their home and delivered
The final
result - a
stylish bob
which suited
Louise
perfectly.
them in style to the White Hart Hotel, where
cocktails awaited. We braved the elements and went
onto the balcony at the top of the hotel, where
Trevor captured the moment with the majestic
cathedral in the background. Trevor and I then left
them in the capable hands of the White Hart for
dinner, wine and an overnight stay.
A fantastic day and evening for Louise and her
husband. Let’s hope you are next year’s winner!
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PHOTOGRAPHY: TREVOR GIBBS
VALENTINE’S WINNER
eve, the 13th February, thanks to our competition partners. Here is the story of Louise’s day.
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Our competition
partners
We couldn’t hold this fantastic competition without
quality partners.
This year’s partners were:
Agatha - Premium brands, very
knowledgeable staff and a relaxed
environment make this a destination
boutique for fashion lovers.
262 High Street, Lincoln LN2 1HW.
T: 01522 543 956.
www.agatha-boutique.co.uk
Pip Littlewood Hair - This
relatively new salon has quickly
Louise admires the
jewellery at the John Greed shop and is
presented with her jewellery gift voucher by
Leanne.
established itself as one of
Lincoln’s leading hair salons
through Pip’s quality approach to
what he does. The salon uses and stocks top hair
brands Redken and Pureology.
Pip Littlewood Hair, Christ Hospital Terrace
(access), 49 Steep Hill, Lincoln LN2 1LY.
T: 01522 522 514. www.piplittlewood.co.uk
John Greed Jewellery
- One of the UK’s leading
online jewellers, selling
original John Greed
designs and Pandora
products from a dedicated store next door.
THE place to look for jewellery in Lincoln.
John Greed Jewellery, 314-315 High Street,
Lincoln, LN5 7DR. T: 0345 319 0008.
www.johngreed.com
Louise and her husband arrive
in style at the White Hart Hotel.
Below left: Enjoying a cocktail and Right:
on the balcony with the stunning backdrop
of Lincoln Cathedral.
The White Hart Hotel The iconic White Hart is one
of Lincoln’s best hotels and
hosts a great bar and
restaurant too.
Bailgate, Lincoln LN1 3AR. T: 01522 526 222.
www.whitehart- lincoln.co.uk
Lincoln Luxury Cars - Lincoln’s
leading specialist in providing luxury
chauffeur driven wedding cars. This
superb service adds that final touch of
quality to a wedding.
Newlin Business Park, Exchange Road,
Lincoln LN6 3AB.T: 01522 852 397.
www.lincolnluxurycars.co.uk
Guildhall Studio & Kodak
Express - Trevor Gibb has
brought his photographic
talent together with all Kodak
Express has to offer. Trevor is
available for all types of
photography through
Guildhall studios.
5 Guildhall Street, Lincoln LN1 1TT.
T: 01522 544025 or 07983 402420.
www.guildhallstudio.co.uk
www.kodakexpresslincoln.co.uk
Many thanks to our partners for making
Louise and her husband’s day and evening.
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G R E A T S
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News
Dr Martin Smith
shortlisted for
Optometrist of the Year
Martin Smith Opticians continues to go
from strength to strength as Dr Martin
Smith BSc DOptom, MCOptom has
received notification that he has been
shortlisted for the respected and highly
acclaimed national award, Optometrist of the Year 2015 at the
National Opticians Awards 2015.
This is the industry’s most prestigious award and is given to the
optometrist who uses their optometric skills to enhance the
lives of patients, colleagues and the community. This follows on
from a highly successful 2014 when Dr Smith received national
acclaim for becoming the youngest Doctor of Optometry in the
country.
The practice is proud of its achievements and customer service
is the top consideration. Dr Smith also offers private
consultations to patients who have any worries about their eyes
such as dry eye conditions, sudden onset of flashes and floaters,
and many other concerns. An appointment can be booked by
telephoning the practice.
If you haven’t stepped inside recently, this innovative practice is
well worth a look. New styles, a bright new image and a highly
qualified team wait to meet your every visual need within this
established practice.
Sue Edwards, Practice Manager, has
brought in new frame styles and tells
us, “We now stock frames that are
different, exciting and new to
Lincoln. I have just returned from
one of the largest exhibitions of new
and innovative frames, featuring the
latest designs from all over Europe
and will be introducing further new
brands to the practice over the
coming months. Currently we
stock Valentino, Salvatore
Ferragamo, Etnia Barcelona,You's Holland,
Silhouette as well as many other prestigious brands but
I have also identified new European brands which are exciting
and new to both the UK and Lincoln”.
Sue and Sally are qualified and experienced Dispensing
Opticians, with in-depth knowledge of the vast array of lenses
to suit all individual needs. Sally explains, “2015 has seen further
advances in progressive lens design offering the wearer even
wider visual fields than ever before, and there are also improved
designs to assist specifically with indoor and work visual
problems including the increased use of multi-media such as
ipad/tablet and smart phone. Interested customers should call in
as we have great offers on many of these lenses through to the
end of April”.
Mandy and Rachel play a key customer focused role as fully
trained optical assistants, and Rachel is beginning further
training to become a qualified Dispensing Optician. Call in to
meet the team... you will be guaranteed a warm welcome.
Martin Smith Opticians, 22 Saltergate,
Lincoln LN2 1DH. Tel: 01522 521100.
www.martinsmithopticians.co.uk
Brayford Wharf North, Lincoln LN1 1YW
FORTHCOMING EVENTS - APRIL
MAY JUNE
Sunday 5 April 2015
EASTER SUNDAY
Easter fun for all the family. Enjoy a three course
lunch and watch Brian Hellyer’s close up magic
and balloon modelling followed by an Easter Egg
hunt for the children.
£15.95 per adult
£7.95 per child
Under 3’s free
Saturday 16 May 2015
LADIES NIGHT
Perfect for a girls night out! The evening begins with our
two course dinner but leave room for the main event.
Our drag artist will keep you entertained before you
shimmy on the dance floor. Dare you make a booking?
£24.95 per person
Saturday 6 June 2015
ALL INCLUSIVE NIGHT
Need a night out? Then this night is ideal for you.
One price for a three course dinner, disco and
inclusive bar, including a selection of house spirits,
house wines, draught beer, lager, cider and soft drinks.
All you need is your taxi fare home
£44.95 per person
Saturday 20 June 2015
SWING NIGHT
After a three course meal, be taken back in time
by the amazing Jayne Darling as she serenades
you with her swing melody.
This artist is not to be missed.
£24.95 per person
The Sports bar at Holiday Inn, Lincoln
Come and enjoy Lincoln’s premier sports
bar. Live sport shown on five televisions,
pool table, bar menu and a large selection
of drinks.
Pick up a Starbucks whilst you are passing
or sit and enjoy a Starbucks lunch on our
inviting patio area or in The Sports Bar.
For further details or to book, call 01522 544244
or email: [email protected]
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We don’t
rest on our
laurels!
As
well as our award winning
garden centre and restaurant, our five
top concessions; Pavers, Yeomans,
Leading Labels, EYG and A5 Spas, we
want to give you even more!
From the end of March we will also
have a fully covered plant area
(which can be opened when it’s
fine), a new concession, Rectella,
selling curtains and bedding, a brand
new Food Hall selling local produce,
including a new food concession,
Simpsons Butchers and as if that’s
not enough, an increase in our
restaurant capacity which will
now enable 400 people to enjoy our
food and drinks.
Making Your Ideas Grow
Newark Road, South Hykeham, Lincoln, LN6 9NT
e: [email protected] 01522 880033 www.pennells.co.uk
News
Thinking inside the box
How refreshing it is to see a business thinking outside of the box.
Well ‘inside the box’ in the case of Mortgage Minders (Lincoln) Ltd.
Managing Director, Helen Brandon-Snell, has always pushed to
deliver exceptional customer service to each and every client.
Remembering her grandmother’s wise words of treating everyone as
she’d like to be treated herself, you’ll not find hard sell, restricted
opening hours or that all frustrating silence as you stand waiting to
be acknowledged as you walk in the office. No, you’ll most probably
be greeted with a beaming smile from Ryan, her son, or the newest
recruit to this friendly team – Andrea. You’ll enjoy the warmest
welcome you’ve probably ever experienced in Financial Services.
Maybe this is the key to their success. Much of their business is
gained by personal referral from existing clients and professional
contacts, which is wonderful.
Slick administration systems are a given and essential to ensure that
mortgage and insurance applications are processed smoothly and
efficiently, taking away the stress and strains to grateful clients.
Exceeding expectations and working to tight deadlines are all part
and parcel of daily life at Mortgage Minders.
Historically, clients have always been presented with a ‘little
something’ at the end of the process. Accompanied by a card and
questionnaire to assess their experience. Although a lovely touch,
Helen felt that her clients deserved something more. She
commissioned Mortgage Minders branded keyrings, not just any old
keyrings, these doubled up as radiator keys. How useful, you can
never find those when you need them.
Not content with these clever little keyrings Helen came up with
the idea of a more personal and useful present. This was when the
‘Moving Day Emergency Kit’ was born.
A box full of everything to make that all important cuppa on
moving day. Open the lid to find a kettle, mugs, tea, coffee, sugar,
milk, stirrer, scrummy biscuits. As with the advice and service, this
little gem is tailored to the client’s individual preferences. The last
box delivered to the Estate Agents the day before completion
included decaf tea and coffee for the lady as this was her preference.
Her partner liked fully caffeine loaded alternatives, so these we in
there for him too (this surely must have helped with his productivity
on the big day!). Their three dogs were also moving, so packs of
tasty dog chews were nestled in there.
In times like these, how wonderful is it for a local business to be
thinking ‘Inside the Box’
Mortgage Minders, 157 Burton Road, Lincoln LN1 3LW.
Tel: 01522 822282. www.mortgage-minders.co.uk
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Business
Identifying damp in residential properties
ALASTAIR BOULTON MRICS, ROBERT BELL & COMPANY
E
ach year the average home in the UK copes
with around 25,000 gallons of rainwater. It is no
surprise therefore that damp problems are a
common occurrence. If left untreated damp can
lead to ruined decoration, timber decay, rot and
mould. In extreme cases it can even affect
structural timbers. It is important therefore that damp problems are identified
as early as possible to minimise the cost of repairs.
When considering damp issues there are three main types of damp
commonly found in residential properties: Rising Damp, Penetrating Damp
and Condensation. Identifying the correct type of damp is the first step to
being able to arrange suitable repairs.
1. Rising damp
This is water that enters a building from the ground through the floors and
walls. It carries hydroscopic salts, which it then deposits on wall surfaces as it
evaporates. The salts then attract moisture from the air, which cause damp
wall surfaces and break down plaster and decorations. Symptoms include
stained wall and floor surfaces, peeling paint and wallpaper. Older properties
can be vulnerable to rising damp where the original damp proof course
(DPC) has failed or does not exist. Damp proof courses can also be bridged
by raised internal floor surfaces or external ground levels. Rising damp can
be costly and disruptive to remedy, with internal plaster work needing to be
removed and either a new plastic membrane or injection damp proof course
installed.
2. Penetrating damp
This is water that enters a building through leaks in walls, windows, doors or
roofs. Older solid wall properties are often vulnerable as there is no cavity
to prevent the water from reaching the inner surface of the building. To
prevent water penetrating a building it is important that rainwater
guttering, external brickwork, pointing and rendering, roof and chimney
flashings, window and door seals and window sill throats are regularly
checked and well maintained.
3. Condensation
This is the most common form of damp found in residential properties. It
occurs when moisture in the air from everyday living activities such as
washing up, bathing, drying clothes inside and even breathing gets trapped
inside a property and reaches a cold surface, often a window or external
wall, whereupon it condenses causing ideal conditions for mould growth.
Modern homes are well sealed, which can lead to a lack of ventilation,
trapping the water vapour within, whilst older homes often have poorer
thermal efficiency, leading to lower internal temperatures and cold surfaces.
Condensation can be eradicated by ensuring that your property is always
adequately ventilated and that it is well heated during the colder winter
months.
When purchasing a property an RICS Home Survey will identify any such
damp problems, allowing you to either avoid often costly and disruptive
remedial works or re-negotiate the purchase price to allow you to carry
out the necessary repairs after completion.
If you are currently purchasing a new home and would like to discuss the different
survey options available please do not hesitate to contact our professional survey and
valuation team at either our Lincoln (01522 538888) or Horncastle offices
(01507 522222). e: [email protected]
Separating couples need the right advice
JOHN MITCHELL, HEAD OF FAMILY LAW, SILLS & BETTERIDGE SOLICITORS
C
ouples who separate now face an ever
expanding array of methods by which they can
reach decisions on how to divide their assets and
ensure that there is financial support for
themselves and their children. Parents are also
naturally anxious to ensure that their children are
protected as much as possible from the fall out of the parental separation.
Mediation, Collaboration, Arbitration as well as the traditional Court hearing
are all put forward as ‘the best way’ to deal with all of these issues.
At Sills & Betteridge, we aim to ensure that every client has a tailor made
plan which is best for them. Sometimes it will be meeting with a Mediator
who can help them reach agreement without the need to go to Court.
Sometimes a Collaborative arrangement can be made where both clients
meet to reach agreement without going to Court but have their respective
Lawyers with them in that process. At other times there is no choice but to
go to Court to ensure that proper financial disclosure is made and that assets
including pensions are divided fairly.
We have a large number of Family Lawyers whose expertise ranges from
businesses to pensions, inheritance to child abduction, from farming to
prenuptial agreements as well as the vast array of other issues which may
arise. We have specialists in other areas including commercial, conveyancing,
trusts and probate and can draw on their expertise when required.
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The issues can be complex and at times overwhelming and our Lawyers are
there to help guide clients through the many different issues that arise from
separation. In addition we ensure that the best possible independent advice is
obtained when non legal expertise is required whether it be from valuers,
accountants, pension actuaries (or sometimes even from a therapist). We also
have recourse to leading Barristers when matters are especially difficult.
We are mindful that separation affects not only the couple and their children
but other relatives as well and it may be extremely important to take into
account the relationship grandparents may have, and need to be protected.
We ensure that our staff are fully equipped in dealing with any changes in the
Law. For example a recent decision on spousal maintenance may be
particularly significant for a wife who has been in a long marriage and was
not necessarily expected to work during that relationship. We have Lawyers
equipped to advise on that issue and when it is appropriate for there to be a
‘Clean Break’ as opposed to an ongoing financial commitment by one spouse
to the other.
We are conscious that nowadays families take many forms and we ensure that
married couples, same sex couples and cohabitees can all receive appropriate
and specialist advice.
If you or someone you know would benefit from confidential advice please contact us
on 01522 542211.
We always go the extra mile...
Business
Energy Performance and
the Private Rental Sector
SAM O'MAY, SENIOR BRANCH
How will the county’s small business
employers cope with the challenge of
Auto-enrolment?
MANAGER AT HE LETTINGS
CHIS HUBBARD, PARTNER, STREETS CHARTERED
ACCOUNTANTS
T
he first quarter of 2015 has already
proven to be an important time for
residential landlords, with the Department of Energy & Climate
Change (DECC) issuing their response to the public consultation
into Private Rented Sector Energy Efficiency Regulations
(Domestic) on 5th February 2015.
Since October 2008 it has been a legal requirement for landlords
to provide an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for
properties made available to rent. The Energy Act 2011 then
placed a duty on the Secretary of State to bring into force
regulations to improve the energy efficiency of buildings in the
domestic and non-domestic private rented sector across England
and Wales.
The consultation sought views on the proposals regarding the
detail of the regulations and the response confirmed that by April
2016, subject to Parliamentary approval, tenants will have the
right to request consent for energy efficiency improvements to be
made to the homes they rent and where Green Deal finance or
subsidies are available to pay for them, the landlord will not be
able to unreasonably refuse the request.
Secondly and perhaps even more far-reaching, the introduction
of minimum energy efficiency standards will mean that from
April 2018, landlords will be required by law to improve the
energy efficiency rating on their property to at least a Band “E”
otherwise it will be against the law to let the property (except
where exemptions apply) with financial penalties imposed where
the law is breached.
The response to the consultation appears to have been generally
well received across the property sector, with many observers
recognising the benefits to both landlords and tenants through the
utilisation of the Green Deal subsidies and other such schemes to
help fund improvements and increase the energy efficiency of
older, draughtier properties in the private rental sector.
Nevertheless, the introduction of such legislation will be an
important consideration for buy to let investors, as a poor energy
rating on a property bought now, could prevent the property
being let later, unless the necessary improvements are made to
comply with the law at the time. Similarly, current landlords must
now begin to anticipate those potential requests for consent to
carry out energy efficiency improvements in a little over 12
months’ time and therefore, it may be prudent to consider
implementing some of those improvements sooner rather than
later…
At HE lettings, we offer free, no obligation drop in sessions at our offices
on Oakwood Road, Lincoln each Wednesday afternoon and if you are a
prospective investor or a seasoned landlord, please feel free to come and see
us to discuss your individual property needs. Alternatively, please call us
on 01522 698 899 and we will be delighted to assist.
A
uto-enrolment is a legislative requirement for
employers to provide employees with a workplace pension. Auto-enrolment seeks
to address the fact that the majority of workers are not saving enough for
retirement.
Whilst many employers may have heard about Auto-enrolment, either from
correspondence from the Pensions Regulator or through TV and press advertising,
most, unless they are classed as a large or medium employer with 50 or more staff,
may not have concerned themselves with its impact.
Perhaps now is the time to really start to think about it, as over the next 12 to 18
months those that employ 1 or more and up to 50 staff will be required to set up
and implement an Auto-enrolment scheme.
Where then do you start with dealing with Auto-enrolment?
The starting point for most employers is to find out when your staging date is.You
are more than likely to have received a letter from the Pensions Regulator advising
of this, if you have filed it away safely or it is under that pile on the desk, now is
time to dig it out. If you can’t find such correspondence, the easiest thing to do is to
visit the Pension Regulator’s website and enter your payroll number to ascertain
your staging date. It is important to note this date is set in law.
The next stage is to formulate a plan for the introduction and ongoing management
of Auto-enrolment within your organisation.
To make life simple, there in essence are five main areas that those implementing
Auto-enrolment need to consider:
1 The workforce - identify those workers to be enrolled and the process of
communicating enrolment to them. A process for which you may benefit from is
an HR specialist with experience of dealing with Auto-enrolment.
2 Record keeping and payroll processing - assessing whether your payroll process
and software are robust enough to deal with Auto-enrolment. Perhaps, given the
increasing level of payroll compliance, you may need to purchase new payroll
software or even outsource payroll to a payroll bureau.
3 Choosing a pension scheme - whether you have pension scheme in place or not
you need to ensure you have one that satisfies the requirements of Autoenrolment. Advice on pension suitability can be obtained from pension’s advisers
or from one of the national pension providers including NEST, Now and the
People’s Pension.
4 Assess the financials - including cash flow, the impact of Auto-enrolment and
ensure you update this. Revise budgets and forecasts accordingly.
5 Based on these points, plan the steps and actions you will take to meet your
staging date deadline. Experience shows that the journey from starting work on
your introduction for Auto-enrolment can typically take up to 12 months, even
for the most efficient, well resourced and good intentioned employer.
Whether the steps outlined fill you with dread or not, there is a plethora of advice
and support out there, not least on the Pensions Regulator’s website
www.thepensionregulator.gov.uk. At Streets, as part of our support for clients facing
the challenges of dealing with Auto-enrolment, we have produced an easy to read
guide on Auto-enrolment, which can be downloaded by visiting our website
www.streetsweb.co.uk or by or email [email protected].
Chris Hubbard is a Partner with Streets Chartered Accountants, a top 40 UK accountancy
firm. Telephone 0845 8800320 or email [email protected] or visit www.streetsweb.co.uk
1 Oakwood Road,
Doddington Road
Lincoln LN6 3LH
t: 01522 698899
LINCOLNSHIRE’S LETTING AGENT OF CHOICE
www.helettings.co.uk
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Business News
Competition winner Art Connolly embraces new mobile
card payment technology
E
NT Consultant Art Connolly was
delighted to be drawn as the prize winner
of the Bailgate Independent January 2015
Competition. Mr Connolly won the all
new Apple iPad Mini 3 and a Mobile
Credit Card Payment device donated by
Bright i Business Solutions and enthused,
“It is great to be able to adopt this new
technology and give patients an option to
pay by card.”
Mr Connolly runs a Clinic at BMI The
Lincoln Hospital and BMI The Park
Hospital, Nottingham specialising in
Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
and Audiology.
Local business to hold
charity raffle on Open
Day
Ignite Stoves & Fireplaces is hosting a
charity raffle in aid of Bransby Horses
for their Open Day this 21 March.
Bring your family as Ignite extends
theirs to include the gorgeously
handcrafted British line of Woodwarm
Stoves.
A newly renovated showroom will be
unveiled and exclusive discounts will
Bright i’s Alistair Wright presents the iPad to Art
Alistair Wright, Director at Bright i
Connolly (centre) and his PA Bridget Norman.
Business Solutions presented Mr
Connolly with the iPad and Card Payment device at BMI The Lincoln Hospital
and commented, “It gives us great pleasure to hand over this fabulous prize and to
see Mr Connolly keen to incorporate this new technology into his business.”
Starting out
There are many positive stories at the moment on how the local economy is on
the up with consumers having more money to spend and businesses being more
confident in making investments. Accountants at Duncan & Toplis are also hearing
about many people taking the bold step of starting their own business.
When evaluating any business start up there are many things to consider and getting
advice which is both practical and technically correct is essential. Some questions to
ask include:
Who will be my customers?
How do I attract customers to buy my goods or services?
be offered to attendees. The showroom
will be open from 9am to 5pm, with
extravagant raffle prizes in excess
of £500 to be won.
Come and witness live fire
demonstrations and have your
questions answered by knowledgeable
stove experts while supporting a
brilliant cause!
Light refreshments and champagne
will be offered, and children of all ages
are welcome to this event.
How much should I charge?
How much cash will I need to get started?
What equipment will I need?
What records do I need to keep?
How much tax will I pay?
Do I need to register for VAT?
The need for initial cash to start the business and the requirement for cash on a day
to day basis should form a major part of the planning for any new business. As part
of this, agreeing terms from the outset with suppliers and, if relevant, customers, is
important to ensure the business will have sufficient funds to trade and grow. Many
profitable businesses have failed due to a lack of cash.
Those starting out should draw up a cash flow forecast showing the expected cash
incomings and outgoings to identify any potential shortfalls. This forecast should be
realistic and include provision for unexpected changes e.g. sales being less than
expected or customers delaying payment. It is also important that this forecast is
updated on a regular basis as the business grows.
The financing of equipment for the business should also be considered as part of the
cash planning. With many options available the decisions made will affect both the
cash required and, if relevant the timing of any VAT reclaim.
The team at Duncan & Toplis have the skills, knowledge and experience
to assist you, whatever stage your business is at. Find out more about us
at www.duntop.co.uk or call us on 01522 507000.
Ignite is located at The Stables,
11 Lincoln Road, Welton,
Lincolnshire LN2 3HZ.
Nicholsons takes on two
N
icholsons Chartered Accountants
has recruited two people to its
expanding team. With a drive towards
recruitment and expanding core skills,
the Lincolnshire-based firm is excited
to have Danielle L’Oste-Brown and
Sophie Chester join the team’s Lincoln
office.
Danielle has joined Nicholsons as a
semi-senior accountant and brought
with her eight years of experience.
She has completed her AAT
DOES YOUR BUSINESS HAVE SOMETHING TO SHOUT ABOUT? CALL 01522 531717 OR SEND
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Business News
Nettleham based
business has work
featured in nationals
home magazines
National success for
Doddington’s
restaurant and cafe
T
he Restaurant & Cafe at
Doddington Hall near Lincoln has
won a national award, beating off
stiff competition nationwide to be
named as the ‘FARMA Farm
Restaurant & Cafe of the Year
2015’.
Nettleham based master
upholsterer, Crowther & Sons,
continues to establish itself and its
reputation for superlative quality
and attention to detail beyond the
county.
The Company has been featured
recently in national magazines,
Homes & Gardens and Period
House and is now undertaking
work for both private clients and
designers in London and the South
East. The recent complete
The restaurant offers a lunchtime
service seven days a week as well as
Friday and Saturday evening
menus, showcasing Doddington’s
own Kitchen Garden produce as
well its home-reared Lincoln Red
Mastermind your financial future
We provide an experienced wealth
management service and offer specialist
advice in a wide range of areas including:
• Investment planning
• Retirement planning
• Inheritance Tax planning
For further details contact David Gregory on:
Tel: 01522 543204
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
www.davidgregoryfm.co.uk
5 The Landings, Burton
renovation
of this Art
Deco
Vintage
Rocking
Chair
including
frame and
rocking mechanism is an example
of how the highly skilled
upholsterers and cabinet makers in
the Crowther & Sons workshop
can transform and upcycle a piece
of furniture to the very highest
level.
The chair is covered in Linwood
Fabrics Omega Italian Lemon
Velvet.
www.crowtherandsons.com
Waters, Lincoln, LN1 2TU
Front of House Manager, Amy Foster.
beef and pork plus game from the
estate. The cafe serves light meals
and cakes daily.
“To win this national award is a
brilliant achievement for our hard
working team,” explains Claire
Birch, the Hall’s owner.”We are
very proud of all their hard work,
dedication and commitment to
making our Restaurant & Cafe a
success.”
To book a table, please call
01522 812505. Reservations not
required for the Cafe. For
more information, please visit
www.doddingtonhall.com
qualification and now is
currently studying for her ACA
qualification.
Having first taken an interest in
accounting whilst at school,
Sophie worked as an accounts
assistant while studying for her
AAT qualification at Lincoln
College.
Danielle
Sophie
John Raynor, Associate at Nicholsons, commented: “We are delighted to
have attracted Danielle and Sophie to the firm and look forward to a long
and rewarding career together.”
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Business Profile - Paul Tutin Chairman and Managing Partner,
Streets Chartered Accountants
B
eing different or doing it
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differently is not what you might
expect from your typical accountancy
firm’s Managing Partner. However,
Paul Tutin is certainly not your typical
accountant, not least in his role as
Chairman and Managing Partner with
Streets Chartered Accountants.
Successfully trading since 1990
Paul joined Streets in July 1989, after
qualifiying with another firm that
SERVICES
merged with Streets. In 1993 and
whilst he was in his very early thirties,
• Temporary Recruitment
Paul became a partner with Streets
• Permanent Recruitment
and then in 2001, became one of the
• Contract and temp to
perm placements
professions and the firm’s youngest
• A range of testing
including: skills tests
psychometric tests
• Payroll service
• HR Support
Managing Partners. A well deserved
role given his success in helping
develop the firm’s expansion and
multi office presence along with the
opening and development of its
Grantham office in the late 80s.
Recognising that even the
accountancy professions faces the
threat of increased competition and
changing client needs Paul, as
Managing Partner, has been
instrumental in driving the
development of Streets, not only locally but also
business advisory service. The firm’s sector
nationally and internationally. Streets is one of only
specialisms not only reflect the local economy with
four UK firms that is a member of the global
clients involved in agriculture, tourism and
accountancy network the Leading Edge Alliance.
engineering, but also interest and expertise in media
Whilst Streets can proudly boast over 100 years of
and entertainment, the creative industries, life
service, having been founded in 1907 in Lincoln, it is
sciences and technology.
perhaps the last 10 years that have really seen the firm
Innovation is not typically part of a traditional
expand. Today, Paul proudly reports
that the practice has seen its fee
income quadruple and is a leading top
40 UK accountancy firm with a multi
office and multi regional presence.
Streets looks after clients across a total
of 11 offices, from Manchester in the
SECTORS
north to London in the south.
accountants vocabulary but it is very
‘Innovation is not
typically part of a
traditional
accountants
vocabulary’
much part of the Streets ethos and
business model specifically when it
helps to meet clients’ ever increasing
needs. As part of the firm’s approach
to provide clients with proactive
advice and added value, Paul, along
with his team, have been instrumental
Whilst increasing the operational area of coverage has
in embracing new technologies such as cloud
been integral to the firm’s growth, Paul’s focus has also
accounting and digital marketing to meet the needs
been on the development of the firm’s specialist
of clients working anywhere and at anytime.
expertise, both in terms of the work it does and the
The key focus of Paul’s work, and that of the firm, is
clients and sectors it looks after. This has seen the
the needs of clients, from start-ups to succession or
• Finance
development of the firm’s private client financial
sale and increasingly more private client work.
• HR
advice, creation of a dedicated tax practice which
All of whom benefit from proactive advice,
looks after personal and business clients and more
commercial acumen and above all a prompt and
recently the launch of a corporate finance arm and
personal service
• Commercial/Office
• Engineering
• IT
• Sales
20-26 Corporation Street,
Lincoln LN2 1HN
01522 514727
Streets Chartered Accountants, Tower House, Lucy Tower Street, Lincoln LN1 1XW. Tel: 01522 551200
www.streetsweb.co.uk and in offices across the country,
www.questrecruitment.co.uk
[email protected]
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Local business performs a vital service in an ethical manner
Building a business is very hard work. When that business also
includes special requirements and ethical issues it’s even harder.
However, Chris Swain has managed it and his family run company,
Skip Hire Lincoln, has become a leader in its sector.
With hard work and a back of iron, along with the help of his brother
and sons, together with a strong team of dedicated and enthusiastic
employees, Chris strives to provide the highest service to his
customers and Skip Hire Lincoln has now become a recognised name
within the industry.
Chris is passionate about recycling and the importance of reducing
the amount of waste that goes into landfill, in order to protect our
environment.
Once the waste is collected, it is brought back to the waste
management facility where waste is sorted by hand wherever possible,
in an effort to maximise the amount that can be recycled.
Having worked in the waste management industry for a number of
years, Chris saw an opportunity to set up his own clearance service,
later introducing skip hire, as he had noticed nobody else offered this
choice of service. In order to fuel his passion for recycling, Chris also
set up his own waste management facility, using his own techniques
and style, based on what he had learnt over the years, with the
emphasis on making the recycling process more efficient.
“There are three very important factors to remember when talking
about waste; reduce, re-use and recycle,” says Chris. “It is vital that we
all make decisions about what we throw away and how we dispose of
it. Sometimes, however, the amount of waste we produce is
considerable and that is why it is important to recycle the materials
we use wherever possible. Recycling is a pivotal process that has
reshaped manufacturing and our everyday lives. It has a huge impact
on the environment and our own future on the planet”.
Skip Hire Lincoln is a registered waste carrier and specialises in
rubbish clearance in Lincoln and surrounding villages, offering the
finest solutions for both residential and commercial clients. As
operators of their own facility, their commitment to ethical waste
management ensures they reduce, re-use and recycle as much as
possible. The company has gone from strength to strength.
Regardless of an individual’s requirements, be it skip hire, skip filling
or office/home clearance, Skip Hire Lincoln will ensure that waste is
disposed of properly at their licensed waste management facility.
With spring cleaning, both household and commercial, just around the
corner there has never been a better time to look at the best way to
‘get rid’. Skip Hire Lincoln have a well-informed, experienced and
friendly team who are more than happy to give advice and direct you
to the right service.
Some interesting recycling facts:
1. A single recycled tin can would save enough energy to power a television for 3
hours.
2. Every year 18 million tonnes of waste is land filled in the U.K. land sites.
3. Each tonne of recycled paper can save 17 trees, 380 gallons of oil, 3 cubic yards
of landfill space, 4000KW of energy and 7000 gallons of water
4. 70% less energy is required to recycle paper compared with making it from raw
materials.
5. On average every person in the UK throws away their own body weight in
rubbish every seven weeks
6. On average, 16% of the money you spend on a product pays for the packaging,
which ultimately ends up as rubbish.
Skip Hire Lincoln Ltd., T: 01522 856 028 or 07545 211783.
www.skiphirelincolnltd.co.uk
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It’s our
business to
help your
business grow
21a Newland, Lincoln LN1 1XP
Phone 01522 520001
Email [email protected]
www.atkinsonsaulfairholm.co.uk
Joe Cooke & Frank Connell - still
raising funds for local charities
JOE AND FRANK
VISIT NUMBER
TEN
Joe and Frank
were invited to
join Lincoln’s
Member of
Parliament – Karl
McCartney MP, at a
prestigious
Reception at
number ten
Downing Street, in
London that was
Karl McCartney, Frank Connell, Samantha Cameron and Joe Cooke.
hosted by
Samantha Cameron, the wife of the Prime Minister. The invitation was in recognition
of their work as “Champion Fundraisers.” Very well done – keep up the good work!
LINCOLN NORTH • 01522 533885
159 Burton Road, Lincoln, LN1 3LW
ST GEORGE’S DAY BALL 2015
Last chance!
There will be some great raffle and auction prizes for the Grand St. George’s Day
Charity fundraising Ball being held at the Assembly Rooms on Saturday 25th April.
Entertainment will be by local group “Stolen Fridays” and Astro Roadshow disco.
Just a couple of tables are left so, to avoid disappointment, give Lorraine a call
on 01522 889664 to ensure you get yours.
CHARITY SUPPORT FOR THE MAYOR OF LINCOLN
The Cooke & Connell Fundraisers donated a framed picture of Lincoln by night,
painted by the Lincoln Artist Stewart Pearson to be used as a raffle prize at the
Charity Ball held at the County Assembly Rooms in February. Monies raised were
put to the Right Worshipful The Mayor of Lincoln, Councillor Brent Charlesworth’s
chosen Charities – Lincoln Dial-a-ride and Development Plus.
TANK MEMORIAL
With the help and support of Lincoln Member
of Parliament – Karl McCartney, the Lincoln Tank
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Memorial team have been successful in
obtaining a grant from the Government towards
the cost of placing a replica tank in Lincoln.
Joe visited Ruddocks Design and Print
Department on Great Northern Terrace recently
to present a certificate to Managing Director,
Paul Banton. The support of Ruddocks has been
invaluable in the quest to generate funds by the
Lincoln Tank Memorial Committee to honour
the excellent engineering work in the City over
the years.
Joe Cooke presents a certificate to
Paul Banton.
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Supporting the community,
the needy and the crisis centre
15a Saltergate, Lincoln LN2 1DH
[email protected]
Help Lincoln’s poor and needy with
unwanted furniture and home accessories
- REMEMBER, these people have nothing!
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Email: [email protected]
www.skiphirelincolnltd.co.uk
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