take place on the second Sunday of the month.The millers will be busy as the huge water wheel rumbles into action turning the millstones to grind the grain producing their own wholemeal and unbleached white flour. Whilst you’re there you can learn about the history of the mill and its millers, try your hand at grinding grain and explore the mill. Free. Cogglesford Watermill, East Road, Sleaford, NG34 7EQ Tel: 01529 413671 www.cogglesfordwatermil.co.uk


THU 14 DECEMBER LANTERN PARADE - BIGGER & BRIGHTER THAN EVER!


Lincoln BIG’s Lantern Parade will be starting uphill (instead of at The Cornhill) and it will have a different finishing point too. This year we are inviting whole families to take part, by gathering at the starting point in Castle Hill at 5pm for carols and a nativity, before the parade forms up and participants begin to walk down Steep Hill and the High Street. After going over High Bridge, everyone will process into City Square where we have an extra treat in store. On arrival, the walkers will be surprised by a fantastic light show, which is being masterminded by Dave Dray of Q Lights. Shoppers and visitors are encouraged to make the most of a


great opportunity to enjoy Late Night Christmas shopping in Lincoln. There will be plenty of parking options, including FREE deals at selected car parks throughout the city. www.lincolnbig.co.uk


SAT 16, WED 20 & FRI 22 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS THEMED CRAFT ACTIVITIES


Come and join our festive craft sessions in the run up to Christmas. There will be two sessions on each date 10.00am to11.30am & 12.30pm to 2.00pm and a variety of Christmas Theme Craft Activities including card making, tree decorations, gift boxes and others. Each session will be £7.50 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The Craft Centre, 17 West Street, Bourne. Tel: 01778 425540


SAT 16 DECEMBER WASHINGBOROUGH CHRISTMAS MARKET


Taking place at The Ferry Boat Pub, Washingborough, Lincoln from 11am to 9pm. FREE admission, family fun, carol singing, mulled wine, mince pies, visit Santa, gifts, crafts, stocking fillers, pocket money toys, tombola, raffle & more. Everyone Welcome. Enquiries 07812 749408


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SAT 16 & SUN 17 DECEMBER WINTER WALK IN THE PARK


12 Noon to 7pm. A great day of fun at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park. Festive food stalls, amazing light and music display, bouncy castles, giant snow globe and visit Santa in his grotto for a great gift, photo and feed his reindeer too. Lincolnshire Wildlife Park, Dickonhill Road, Friskney, Boston PE22 8PP www.lincswildlife.com


SUN 17 DECEMBER BOSTON FESTIVE MARKET


Come on into Boston and enjoy the Market and finish that Christmas shopping in the shops available in the town. The Festive Market will run 9.30am - 2.30pm followed by a free afternoon screening of Elf in the Stump. Time: 9.30am to 2.30pm. Free, Tel: 01205 314200 Boston Market Place Lincolnshire PE21 6EH


TUE 19 DECEMBER ELF BOOT CAMP


Join us at the ECO Centre Skegness to make yourself into an honorary elf. Time: 4.30-6.30pm. £5 per ticket - includes woodland candy cane hunt, wreath making, glass painting, make and take nature craft for your tree and more. Refreshments and mince pies available. Tickets must be pre- booked: 07544177737 Eco-Centre, off Richmond Drive, Skegness PE25 3TQ www.ecoskegness.org.uk


Everybody wins with Sport Relief


Sport Relief is back from 17-23 March 2018. It’s a fantastic way for your pupils to set personal goals and help others along the way. So, get a head start and order your free schools fundraising pack today.


Order your free Primary Fundraising Pack at sportrelief.com/primarytimes


22 Primary Times Christmas & New Year Issue


SAT 16, SUN 17, WED 20 TO SAT 23 DECEMBER AN AUDIENCE WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS


A magical experience joining Father Christmas in the Victorian setting of the Bath House at the Castle. Sit back and listen to stories of Christmases past and enjoy finding out more about Father Christmas himself. Every child receives a Victorian style gift and has the opportunity to share their Christmas wishes. To book, or for details on admission and times for


all of the above events - please go to www.lincolncastle.com


WED 20 DECEMBER TEA WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS


Get into the Christmas spirit with this new family friendly special event. Children and families are invited for a special after-dark tea time treat - a visit to the Victorian Prison for a storytelling performance of "A Christmas Carol". After the 30 minute performance all are invited to the Castle café for tea when special guest, Father Christmas, will take time from his busy schedule to meet everyone! To book, or for details on admission and times for all of the above events - please go to www.lincolncastle.com


WED 20, THU 21 DECEMBER WHAT THE DICKENS


Especially for the school Christmas holiday, and set inside the Victorian Prison, Inner State Theatre perform their festive family favourite – "A Christmas Carol". Using storytelling and puppets , two costumed characters – Sir Henry Greatham and Lady Lydia will tell the story of Scrooge in Dickens' famous tale. To book, or for details on admission and times for all of the above events - please go to www.lincolncastle.com


Information is correct at time of going to press but before making a long journey we advise you phone the organiser to check that event details listed are still valid…


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