Events Diary

Sculpture at Doddington

The 'Sculpture at Doddington' exhibition takes place in the historic walled and wild gardens of Doddington Hall. Usual garden admission applies. Monday–Sunday 10am–4pm.

North Scarle Miniature Railway

Sundays 16 & 30 August
All aboard for a family-friendly ride on the popular North Scarle Miniature Railway, running throughout the summer alongside the village car boot sales. Pop along to the North Scarle Miniature Railway 2026 from 9am to 11am. Children and adults alike can enjoy rides on the 660-metre miniature railway track; the railway operates in conjunction with the village car boot sale (opens at 8am), making it a lovely morning out for families looking to browse stalls and enjoy a train ride.

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Castle Characters: The Greatest Knight at Lincoln Castle. Meet William Marshal, the Greatest Knight, in a living-history weekend of medieval characters and activities. 10am to 5pm.Included in Castle Day ticket / free for annual pass holders. More info at

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Saturday 22 to Sunday 23 August
Wonders of Whisby Weekend: A fun-filled weekend of wildlife discovery with free activities, crafts, guided walks and exhibitions, plus Rhubarb Theatre performances (Sunday only) — celebrating 25 years of the Natural World Centre. 11:00am – 4:00pm. Free admission but parking is £3 per vehicle. Location: Whisby Nature Park, Thorpe-on-the-Hill, LN6 9BW. Learn more at

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Craft, Flower and Vegetable Show

Craft, Flower and Vegetable Show at Great Carlton Village Hall, 2pm. A traditional village show with a charity auction at 4.30pm – everyone welcome!

Lunchtime Recital

Lunchtime Recital – David Flood at Lincoln Cathedral. 1pm – 2pm. Admission applies. To learn more visit

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Weekend at the Asylum

Weekend at the Asylum – Asylum Steampunk Festival. The largest steampunk festival of its kind in the UK, taking over the Cathedral Quarter, Castle and Bailgate area with costumes, characters, music, films and creativity for the August Bank Holiday weekend. Daytime activities approx. 10am to 5pm with separate evening entertainment. Wristbands required to access all areas. Learn more at

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Cathedral of Curiosities Tour at Lincoln Cathedral: a guided tour uncovering the quirky and curious hidden corners and stories of Lincoln Cathedral. 1:30pm. More information at

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Singer songwriters Harry Li and Ian Fryer at St Mary’s Church in Carlton Le Moorland, Lincoln. An evening of folk style music by two talented guitarists. Complementary light refreshments. Tickets £8 each. To book, please call 01522 ‍788748.

Family-friendly ride

All aboard for a family-friendly ride on the popular North Scarle Miniature Railway, running throughout the summer alongside the village car boot sales. Pop along to the North Scarle Miniature Railway 2026 from 9am to 11am. Children and adults alike can enjoy rides on the 660-metre miniature railway track; the railway operates in conjunction with the village car boot sale (opens at 8am), making it a lovely morning out for families looking to browse stalls and enjoy a train ride.

Hemswell Sunday Market & Car Boot

Hemswell Sunday Market & Car Boot. A large, well-established Sunday market and car boot near Caenby Corner, running every Sunday of the year and Bank Holiday Mondays. 6:30am – 3:00pm. Admission Buyers £2 per car; sellers from £8.

Lincoln Rock N Roll Club

Lincoln Rock N Roll Club at the Brant Road Social Club, The V8 Rockets from 7pm until late. A live band every month and a record hop. Playing the original classics and retro Rock N Roll; a haven for dancers of all abilities and a great social evening for all! Entry £10 on the door.