Events Diary

Craft Club at Lincoln Central Library for those aged 16 and above. 2pm. At the same time, enjoy Secrets of the Strong Room to see rare books including an original 1553 English Bible. Part of Lincolnshire Libraries Local History Festival. To find out more about both events, visit better.org.uk and search Lincoln Central Library.

At the Dawber Gardens at The Lawn, an Evening Tutored Art Workshop. You’re invited to capture the garden in your preferred medium. Free tutored event. Bring your own materials: sketchbook, paints or pencils. All Ages Welcome. From 5pm to 8pm.

The second Lincolnshire Artisan Food, Drink & Craft Fair takes place at the Waddington Village Hall & Grounds, organised by the Rotary Club of Lincoln Colonia. The Rotary Club invites you to join them for a fantastic day showcasing a wide variety of local artisan food, drink and craft stalls, with traders both inside and outside. Refreshments will be available. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. Entry is free but donations are welcome; all profits got to local charities. Open 10am to 3pm. For more info visit Coloniarotary.co.uk

In Uphill Lincoln, on Castle Hill, enjoy a stroll around the Lincoln Farmers’ Market packed with local producers. Delicious delights will be waiting for you from 9am. On the same day at St Paul on the Bail (next to Elite Chippy) enjoy a stroll around the Lincoln Makers' Market packed with local creators, handcrafted pieces, and unique finds made in our county. The makers will be waiting for you from 10am

Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May
‘Explore with Paws’ on Lincoln Castle’s Dog Friendly Days! Dogs aren’t usually allowed in the Castle grounds but on dog friendly days your dog can explore with you. From the banks of the Norman Motte to the Prison Cells, your four legged friend can follow you on a journey back through history. The Grounds are free to enter and enjoy, all other admissions apply

Saturday 16 May & Sunday 17 May
The second weekend of the 30th West Lindsey Churches Festival takes place in West Lindsey, Lincolnshire this weekend. There are 119 churches and chapels to visit across the stunning Lincolnshire landscape! With so many churches and chapels to discover, visit churchesfestival.info to download a brochure and plan your visits!

An exploration of the trees at the Hartsholme Country Park, picking up valuable tree identification skills along the way! From 11am to 1pm. No cost but to book call 01522‍ 873735 or email hartsholmecp@lincoln.gov.uk

Learn how to make a close-up portrait of your cat with local artist Fiona Hodges at Lincoln gallery, Indigo Crow. Soft pastels will be used. 10am. For more information on how to attend, visit indigocrowgallery.com

Thursday 21 May to Saturday 23 May
Lincoln’s CAMRA Beer Festival takes place at Southside, Colgrave Street, Lincoln – cheers! The festival celebrates the revival of British brewing and the diversity of the beers produced by craft brewers across the country. Over the three days, around 2,000 customers are expected to sample the drinks and enjoy the great atmosphere! For those who are regular drinkers of real ale, cider and perry, a wide range of drinks is provided, many of which would not normally be found in this part of the country. Ales from many local breweries are also showcased. Opening times are: Noon – 11pm (Thursday & Friday); Noon – 9pm (Saturday). Admission: CAMRA members free. Non-Members – £6.00 (free after 9pm on 21st & 22nd). Festival Glass – £4.00 (refundable). Pay on Door Only – Card Payment Preferred For more information, visit lincoln.camra.org.uk/lincoln-beer-festival

At 11am, Sophie’s Journey Pre-Loved Charity Shop is having its first outdoor jumble sale promising many items for 50p each. Customers will be treated to a tea or coffee, plus there’s cake and a tombola. Cash only event. All funds raised will go towards a palliative holiday home in the county for children and adults living with cancer. You can find the charity shop at 246 Newark Rd, Lincoln LN6 8RP.

‘Inspire 26 - Bomber Command at 90’ takes place at Lincoln’s International Bomber Command Centre from 10am to 4pm. Each year, the IBCC welcomes hundreds of bikers to the site. Last year saw over 600 motorcycles taking part! How many will arrive this year? This year's InSpire Ride event will pay tribute to the creation of Bomber Command, 90 years ago in July 1936. InSpire 26 is a motorcycling charity event run by motorcyclists for motorcyclists, in partnership with the International Bomber Command Centre.

This year's event takes place on Sunday 24th May, from 10.00am – 4.00pm. You will also be able to take part in a Service of Commemoration; take free guided tours of the site and learn about its history; meet fellow bikers and supporters; see the flypast and soak up the atmosphere. For more information internationalbcc.co.uk

Enjoy Baroque Bangers and Renaissance Romps at St Mary Magdelen Church on Lincoln’s Castle Square, a concert of engaging instrumental music by Baroque and Renaissance composers. The evening is brough to you by the Lincoln Renaissance Band with guests Chris Rogers, Tim Selman and Zoffancy. 7.30pm. Admission is free.

At the Dawber Gardens at The Lawn, Poppy Making Workshop for Remembrance Day Display for the Garden. Free event. All Ages Welcome. From 11am to 3pm.

Now until 31 May
'A Modern Chronicle’ is a photographic exploration of Lincolnshire's heritage, life and seasonal moments by local photographer Andrew Scott. Andrew Scott is an Award-Winning, self-taught photographer based in Lincoln. Over the years, Andrew has captured the City and County's architecture, streets, events and quiet moments. If you use facebook, you may have seen his popular photography. The exhibition is included as part of the Castle day ticket and free for Annual Pass holders to enjoy. For more information visit Lincolncastle.com

Now until 31 May
Discover a captivating exhibition – entitled Beneath Big Skies - by artist Robin Wheeldon at the Museum of Lincolnshire Life on Burton Road, Lincoln. The exhibition celebrates the heart and soul of Lincolnshire's rural heritage. This striking collection of oil paintings brings together Lincolnshire's beautiful vistas with timeless rural life, from sweeping farming scenes and beautifully observed landscapes to Lincolnshire's proud engineering, including reaper binders, traction engines and tractors. Alongside these sit characterful studies of livestock; curly coated pigs and shire horses rendered with warmth and skill. Together, the works tell a rich story of land, labour, and legacy under Lincolnshire's vast skies. Entry is free except on event days. For more info, visit: https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/history-heritage/museum-lincolnshire-life