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Families in Farming

This month we’re meeting some Lincolnshire families who have dedicated their lives to the custodianship of the countryside, and we’re meeting the next generation of farmers keen to preserve Lincolnshire’s reputation as the county that feeds the country… Across Britain, agriculture utilises 17m hectares or 69% of the UK’s total land area.  There are 102,000 farms, of which 41,506 farms are arable/horticultural, and 52,000 are for livestock or grazing. There are 3,431 farms in Lincolnshire, collectively 492,046 hectares in size. And of those, 2,348 farms are arable/horticultural, whilst 826 are livestock or dairy farms (257 are mixed/unclassified). Growing cereals takes up nearly 270,000 hectares of land in Lincolnshire and the county has a population of nearly 71,000 heads of cattle, 103,000 pigs...

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Garden Centres in Lincolnshire

A rose by any other name might smell as sweet, but some are more special than others, including a brand new...

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Skegness and The Lincolnshire Coast

Lincolnshire’s East Coast is over 50 miles in length and the modern iteration of the coastline dates back from the...

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The Return of the Lincolnshire Show

It’s back for 2025! One of the UK’s most anticipated county events, the Lincolnshire Show, returns this summer for a...

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Mayor of Lincolnshire – Meet the Candidates

Who will win your vote at the polls on 1st May to vote for our first Combined County Authority Mayor?...

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Family Fun: Countryside Lincs

Countryside Lincs returns to showcase food, farming and the best of the countryside. This family day-out takes place on Sunday...

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The History of Cleethorpes Pier

Over 150 years of heritage and charm, Cleethorpes’ Pier remains one of the area’s favourite landmarks Perched proudly on the...

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Where to See Snowdrops in Lincolnshire

After a chilly start to the year and with the prospect of spring and summer still some time away, there’s...

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Lincolnshire & Newark Museums: The Museum of Timekeeping

Based near Newark, the Museum of Timekeeping is an impressive exploration of the history of how people have tried to...

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Where to find Winter Wildlife in Lincolnshire

Discover Lincolnshire’s winter wildlife, from grey seals at Donna Nook to deer in historic parks, set against the county’s stunning...

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Farming in Lincolnshire

As the county that feeds the country, Lincolnshire is renowned for its cereals, vegetable production, livestock and horticulture. This month...

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On the Farm in August

Remember that line from Only Fools and Horses, when Trigger explains to Del and Rodney that road sweepers have an...

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Aubourn Hall Gardens

Built around 1628 and owned by the Nevile family for generations, there’s a wealth of local history surrounding Aubourn Hall,...

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Bardney Walled Gardens

Horticulture meets heritage this month as we provide an exciting update on Lady Samantha Bardney’s plans to restore the walled...

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On The Farm in June

A lot of farmers in the industry are seeing red when it comes to farm assurance schemes. A meeting was held...

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A Celebration of Snowdrops

A sign that winter is nearly over and spring is just over the horizon, this month we celebrate the snowdrop, and...

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On The Farm with Andrew Ward

This month a brand new feature and expert commentary on the farming industry, courtesy of Andrew Ward, Leadenham Farmer and...

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Wreath Making with Claire

Representing the circle of eternal life, hanging a wreath on your door traditionally symbolises nature and the promise of spring....

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Farming in Lincolnshire

Greater Lincolnshire is responsible for 10% of England’s agricultural output, and the sector is worth £1.8bn to the UK economy. This...

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Springfields Forward

For a dazzling display of spring colours and a grand day out, we can recommend no better place to visit...

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Celebrating The Red Arrows

This month we’re celebrating arguably the world’s most recognisable flying squadron, as Wing Commander David Montenegro releases his new book...

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The 2022 Lincolnshire Show

Thousands of visitors descended on the Lincolnshire Showground last month as it welcomed back one of the county’s most beloved...