Events Diary

North Hykeham Flower Lovers Club meet at Rustons Sports & Social Club at 7.30pm and this month the demonstrator is Helen Chambers and the title of her demonstration is Winter Wonderland. Doors open at 7pm and everyone is welcome.

Billinghay Brownies and Guides are holding a Christmas Fair in the Village Hall at 5.30pm. There will be stalls with Christmas gifts, a raffle and tombola, fun and games and crafts. Also tea, coffee and cakes. The event is raising money for the Brownies and Guides.

It's Quiz Night at the Peacock Inn on Wragby Road at 8pm. Expect quirky questions, fun mini-games and plenty of prizes. With general knowledge, music, pictures, sport and much more there's something for everybody and even if you don't win the quiz there's opportunities to win other prizes. First place wins a £35 bar voucher, second place wins chocolates and last place gets a surprise.

There's prize bingo at Bert House, 7 The Bull Ring, Horncastle from 5.30 - 7pm with plenty of prizes to be won and winter warmer refreshments available It's £5 for 10 games and all proceeds will go to support Shine's work in the community.

Christmas Light Switch On at the Lion and Snake in Bailgate at 5pm. Enjoy live music from the Ministry of Ukes and the Sing It Loud Choir. Indulge in mulled wine, creamy hot chocolate and delicious festive treats. It will be a night to remember for all the family.

Wreath Making Workshop at Southside, Colegrave Street, Lincoln from 6.30 - 9pm. You will learn how to make a beautiful wreath, step by step, using locally grown and sourced materials, including beautiful seasonal foliage. The ticket price includes all materials, festive nibbles and 1 glass of prosecco or elderflower presse and you can get tickets from gigantic.com.

Thursday 27th - Saturday 29th November
Waddington Dramatic Society present Spirit Level, a spooky comedy by Pam Valentine, at the Village Hall. Doors open at 7pm and the performance starts at 7.30. You can get tickets from ticketsource.co.uk/waddington-dramatic-society.

80s, 90s and 00s Big Night Out at the County Assembly Rooms in Bailgate from 7.30 - 11.30. Get ready to experience a high octane, jam-packed, nostalgia-inducing extravaganza with live host and DJ, rock classics, pop anthems, TV and movie soundtracks and more. You can get tickets from skiddle.com.

Sex and the Tudors at Southside in Colegrave Street at 7pm. This lecture, given by Lesley Smith, is a rip-roaring tumble through the sexual exploits of the Tudors when Henry Vlll wasn't the only one having a good time. Contraception, conception, prostitution and gay sex all feature in this highly entertaining lecture. It's not suitable for those who shock easily and not for the under 18s, The cost is £10 and you can get tickets from gigantic.com.

Friday 28th and Saturday 29th November
Sleeping Beauty comes to Welton Village Hall with a Lincolnshire twist. Welton Pantomime Group is back with a brand new version of Sleeping Beauty - a traditional family favourite with a local flavour. Whether you're five or ninety five you're promised a magical evening full of fun, fantasy and hometown pride. You can get tickets from welton.panto.co.uk.

Christmas Market at Branston Village Hall from 11am - 4pm. Browse stalls from lots of wonderful local businesses selling handmade gifts, festive crafts and Christmas treats - perfect for ticking off your Christmas shopping list while supporting local makers. This event is also tied in with the village Christmas tree light switch on and there's also a Big Village Raffle with fantastic prizes to be won and all funds going towards a much needed roof at the hall.

A night of Northern Soul and Motown at the Dandy Lion on Newland in Lincoln from 7pm till midnight. There will be across the board soul and motown with live DJs Dean and Paul. Entry is £3 and food will be available.

Live Music at Dunston Village Hall at 7.30pm when Steve Bonham and the The Long Road invite you to experience American Wilderness Odyssey, a show that blends soul-stirring melodies, captivating true stories and stunning visuals. Video projections accompany every song, transporting you to the landscapes of the deep south. Tickets cost £13.50 and there is also a licensed bar. Contact Sarah on 07930‍ 357044 or email vhmgr@dunstonvillagehall.co.uk.

North Hykeham Town Council are holding a Christmas Fayre at the Civic Offices, Fen Lane, North Hykeham from 11am - 3pm. There will be a free ice rink and a free Santa's Grotto, plus entertainment by the Rhubarb Theatre, lots of stalls and food.

Wreath Making at Fiskerton Village Hall from 1.30 - 4pm. A fun and relaxed session where you'll learn how to make your own beautiful wreath. No experience is needed as Kirsty will guide you step by step as you craft something truly special. All materials and resources are provided and the event is for ages 18 and over. Tickets are available from justbegin.co.uk.

The Fabulous Amnesty Christmas Market takes place at Bailgate Methodist Church from 10am - 4pm, hosting charity, fairtrade craft and bric-a-brac stalls, gifts, cards, artwork and much more. There will also be live musicians all day so come and relax and browse. Its hosted by Amnesty International Group.

There's a Walk and Litter Pick meeting at Horncastle Garden Centre at 10am with optional lunch or drinks at the garden centre afterwards. It will be a friendly walk of approx 1 to 2 miles and dogs on leads are very welcome. Litter picking equipment will be provided. Please note that attendees must pay for any food and drink afterwards.

Festive Bingo at Baumber Village Hall with doors opening at 6.30 and eyes down at 7. It's six books for £10 with a festive line prize and full house prize per game, plus 2 £25 'Flyer' full house games. Entrance is £1 and this includes refreshments.

Alford's Spectacular Extravaganza takes place in the Market Place from 1 - 7pm with stalls, music, a parade, the Christmas lights switch on, reindeer and a snow globe. Definitely something for everyone.

Age UK Forever Young Over 50s Disco at Home Night Club in Park Street, Lincoln from 1 - 4pm. Get ready for the ultimate festive themed 50+ afternoon disco with a full light-up dance floor, great music all afternoon and festive cocktails to keep you merry. There's a fun photo booth to capture the memories and a very special guest appearance. Tickets are £8 each from festive-forever-young.raiselysite.com.

There's an Advent Carol Service at Lincoln Cathedral at 6pm. Marking the beginning of Advent, this special service begins the countdown to Christmas with traditional carols, hymns and readings. It's held by candlelight in a reflective atmosphere and is in partnership with St Barnabas Hospice. It's open to all and free to attend and a collection will be taken to support St Barnabas, raising vital funds to continue providing compassionate palliative and end of life care across Lincolnshire.

It's Branston Christmas Light Switch On at the village Christmas tree at 5pm. There will be carol singing led by Mr Murderies' Players and all are welcome to join in to welcome the festive period.

Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November
You are invited to Sleaford Christmas Tree Festival at the Methodist Church in Northgate. There will be a cafe with jams and preserves on sale, plus bags and trinkets. Also tombola and a raffle. Entry is free and the event is open from 10am - 4pm on Saturday and 11am - 5pm on Sunday.

Matthew and James' Annual Christmas Fair takes place at Eagle Village Hall from 10am - 1pm when there will be games, Christmas crafts, tombola and a raffle. There will also be a lovely pop up tearoom selling festive refreshments. This event is fundraising for Matthew and James to be able to continue to have access to private physiotherapy.

Horncastle Primary School are holding a Christmas Fayre from 11am - 3pm. There will be craft and gift stalls, chocolate tombola, teddy tombola, hot food and refreshments and much more. There will also be Santa's Grotto. All are welcome and entry is free.

Sleaford & District Legionnaires Club are holding a Christmas Fayre Market with doors opening at 10.30. There will be craft stalls, adult and children's hampers and tea and coffee, plus a raffle for a large penguin and Grandad Elf. There's something for all the family and entry is free to the market and lounge bar.

Willingham by Stow Surgery are having a Charity Dog Walk at 10.30am in aid of Heartlink Children's Charity. There will be tea, coffee, a cake stall and a raffle. The recommended donation is £5 per dog.

Come along to the Bracebridge Heath Village Hall & Library for the Christmas Light Switch On. You can drop in any time between 3 and 4.30pm (the lights will be switched on at 4.15) and enjoy free refreshments including mince pies and mulled wine, the chance to do some crafts for the wishing tree and story time with Santa. This is a free event.