REMEMBER, remember the 5th of November!
Yes, it's that time of year again, when we burn poor old
Guy Fawkes to a cinder on top of thousands of bonfires up and down the country and enjoy the snap, crackle and bang of fireworks as we munch on baked potatoes and
mushy peas.
Everyone enjoys a good
firework display and revellers won't be disappointed with the wide choice of venues in and around
Lincoln that are putting on a first-class display this year.
Lincolnshire Showground is once again hosting a massive event, this year being staged by Lincolnshire Fireworks. There will be a traditional bonfire, a giant funfair, food stalls, entertainment, sideshows and more.
"This is certainly the biggest event in the Lincoln calendar," said events secretary Vicki Odam.
"We had about 5,000 people come along last year and this year's event promises to be just as big.
"We've got fire-eaters who will totally amaze you. For the kids, there are some rather large teddy bears and other animals wandering around to keep them entertained – so please do come along."
It all kicks off at the showground tomorrow – gates open at 4pm and there will be a children's firework display at 6.30pm.
Guy Fawkes will get his comeuppance on top of the bonfire at 7.30pm and then the main fireworks display starts at 8.30pm. Book tickets online at
www.lincolnshirefireworks.co.uk for a ten per cent discount or call 01522 703344.
If you live near the city centre,
Sincil Bank Stadium is staging a night of circus-themed fun, entertainment and a spectacular 15-minute fireworks display to music.
It promises to be fun for all the family with circus workshops, a fire show, music, dance acts, entertainment stalls and more. This promises to be one of the biggest firework displays within the city boundary. It takes place on Sunday at 5pm. For information, call 01522 880011.
Witham St Hughs' third Fireworks And Funfair Extravaganza takes place at Witham St Hughs School tonight. Gates open 5.30pm, fireworks begin at 7pm. There will be funfair entertainment and refreshments.
There is a charity bonfire and firework display on Saturday at Sturton-by-Stow recreation field. Gates open at 6pm, tickets cost £4 and £2. Call 07947 818528.
The Lincoln Bowl in Washingborough will set fire to a wooden castle on Saturday along with a large fireworks display set to music. About 2,000 people are expected to see Jason Bradbury from Channel 5's The Gadget Show light the bonfire.
A Fire And Steam Spectacular firework display and bonfire takes place at the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway, Ludborough, on Saturday. Steam trains run from 1.45pm and the firework display and bonfire start at 6.30pm. Admission £1.50. Call 01507 363881.
Image via WikipediaHad a delivery of logs & kindling today at not too bad a price. Nothing as cheap as the price in France but nevertheless seemingly quite fair. Starting to fill up the garage again so the idea of developing a Studio in the garage is slipping a little.........Di I want to be warm or do I want to paint?
Image via WikipediaThe weather has turned very bad indeed so we've had to call off the visit to the seals. Instead we're dining out at the Chequers in Potterhanworth & packing off the family back to Derbyshire as soon as we can before the snow comes back........
Image via WikipediaManaged a great trip to the Metropolis of Shopping at Meadowhall today with Bri & Di. Spent a sneaky several hours at the Apple centre!!! How I love that Apple Ipad!!!!!!!
Image via WikipediaAt last, we've got round to sorting out our garage. Since we moved into the house last year for a number of reasons we've been a little too lax in getting rid of our surplus stuff. Well, finally, it's all in boxes - over 20 of them - and tonight will be on its way to the Heart Foundation......... Thank goodness for that. I'll have my garage back and plans for a Workshop studio can proceed.
Image by Defence Images via FlickrAt this time of the year all the villages of Lincolnshire express their sadness at Remembrance services held at 11 am usually at the village memorial. I'm particularly impressed with the one held at Woodhall Spa.
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