Heart of Lincs

17/08/2026

15/08/2026

Last weekend's Sleaford-on-Sea event brought a taste of the seaside to town, with visitors enjoying everything from colourful balloon activities and the much-loved Punch & Judy show to freshly squeezed lemonade by Navigation House the summer sunshine.

It was also fantastic to see local young entrepreneurs showcasing their talents through our NK Young Traders market, adding even more energy and creativity to the day.

Thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the event such a success.

Were you there? We'd love to hear what you enjoyed most, and what you feel could be improved. Your feedback helps us continue creating activities that residents and visitors can enjoy.

📝 Share your thoughts in our short survey: https://orlo.uk/9sEZS

14/08/2026

We know our district is full of fantastic places for dogs and their humans, but we want to hear from the experts... you! 🐾

Where do you and your four-legged friend love to walk, stop for coffee, visit the pub and explore?

Share your favourites in the comments and help us build a picture of North Kesteven's most dog-friendly places.

14/08/2026

14/08/2026

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON!

Just 2 DAYS TO GO until our next Summer Sunday!

📅 Sunday 16th August
⏰ 2pm – 5pm
📍 North Hykeham Village Green

Get ready for an afternoon packed with FREE family entertainment, live music and plenty to eat and drink!

🎤 Live music from Stolen Fridays & Hey Dude
🏰 FREE bouncy castles
🎨 FREE face painting
🎪 Stilt walking & circus skills workshops
🔥 Fire show
🎩 Magic
🎈 Balloon modelling
🍔 Food & drink vendors

Bring the family, grab something tasty and settle in for another brilliant afternoon on the Village Green.

The first Summer Sunday was fantastic... now let’s see if we can make August even bigger!

FREE ENTRY | EVERYONE WELCOME

14/08/2026

There's lots on at Mrs Smith's Cottage this August👇

Take a look at what's on this August at Mrs Smith's Cottage!

14th-17th (12-4pm) - Washday Weekend
Join us over this weekend to have a go at doing laundry the 'old-fashioned' way. Get to grips with using dolly tubs, a washboard and a mangle, just like Mrs Smith did. 🧼

28th - 31st (12-4pm)
Bring a picnic (we've got the blankets!) and see how you fare with our garden games. Including giant 4-in-a-row, noughts and crosses and hook-a-duck (and more), there's something for all the family to enjoy. 🎳

1 - 31st (12-4pm)
Our Summer Holiday crafts continue! We have seen some fantastic creations so far, so don't miss your chance for an hour or two of colouring, cut-and-stick and creating. 🎨

All events are included in your admission to the cottage, and we recommend booking to secure your place ➡ https://www.mrssmithscottage.com/visit/

Heart of Lincs Visit Lincolnshire

13/08/2026

Congratulations to the team at Mrs Smith's Cottage for their Museum Accreditation from Arts Council England 👏

We're delighted to share that Mrs Smith's Cottage has once again achieved Museum Accreditation from Arts Council England 🎉

This prestigious accreditation is the UK standard for museums and galleries, recognising excellence in areas such as collections care, visitor experience and long-term sustainability.

The achievement marks another important milestone in the Cottage's journey following its restoration and reopening in 2020, and comes less than a year after receiving a VisitEngland Hidden Gem Accolade.

Congratulations to our staff and volunteers who have helped make this possible. 👏

📍 Pay us a visit to find out why this unique Navenby museum continues to capture the hearts of visitors from near and far.

North Kesteven District Council Visit Lincolnshire Heart of Lincs

11/08/2026

🏖️ Happy Play in the Sand Day! 🏖️

Looking for a little seaside fun without the seaside journey?

Head to Sleaford-on-Sea at Sleaford Market Place and enjoy some fun in the sand right in the heart of town! Build a sandcastle, let the little ones dig and play, and soak up those beach-day vibes. 🏰🪣

The pop-up beach is in place until 23 August, so there’s still plenty of time to make a visit.

10/08/2026

🐾 Four-legged friends are always welcome at The Carre Arms

We know a great day out often includes your dog, so bring them along!

Our bar area is dog-friendly, and with outdoor seating available, there’s plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy.

10/08/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Saturday's family fun day and helped create such a wonderful atmosphere!

From singing along to Chelsey Bamford's live performances and laughing at the Punch & Judy show, to chasing giant bubbles and enjoying rides on the Helter Skelter, it was great to see so many families having fun together.

If you attended, we'd love to hear what you thought. Your feedback helps us shape future events and activities.

👉 Complete our short survey here: https://orlo.uk/7A4bP