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Looking for exciting ways to make this summer unforgettable? There’s a treasure trove of fantastic events and activities lined up for the whole family to enjoy during the summer holidays!
 Whisby Nature Park
🧺 Experience the quaint washday weekend at Mrs. Smith's Cottage with traditional laundry activities and an immersive heritage experience.
✈️ Embrace a weekend of nostalgia and festivities at the International Bomber Command Centre’s ‘Salute to the 1940s’ Weekend.
🌿 Discover nature with enchanting walks at ‘Whisby on the Wing’, Whisby Nature Park’s free summer trail. Can you find all 10 winged creatures?
🎨 Unleash your creativity with arts and crafts workshops that will spark joy in little ones, with sessions at Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum, Mrs Smith’s Cottage, the Hub and more.
🍰 Show off your baking skills, indulge in some tasty treats and maybe even enter the Bake Off at Cogglesford Watermill.
💦 Dive into fun at Lincoln Water Park, or enjoy a quieter splash at one of the NK Leisure Centres or community pools.
Don’t miss out on the summer fun! Check out our website for the full list of events and start planning your awesome August now!
Mrs Smith's Cottage
Join Mrs Smith’s Cottage from August 11th to 14th for an enchanting journey into the past at their Washday Weekend! Experience the charm of yesteryears as a traditional washday comes to life with an immersive, hands-on experience. Learn traditional laundry techniques, explore the picturesque cottage, and discover fascinating tales of bygone days.
Using dolly tubs, washboards, and a mangle just like Mrs Smith, this family-friendly activity is suitable for all ages and included in your admission fee.
Mrs Smith's Cottage
 Cogglesford Watermill
Join Cogglesford Watermill for their first ever Bake Off event on Saturday 26 August, a summer afternoon enjoying all things cake!
Whip up a Lincolnshire treat in the mill using their own stone-ground flour and local preserves and explore this brilliant building that creates our most important baking ingredient!
Be part of the excitement as the finalists of the competition proudly present their cakes, all made using our own stone-ground flour. Cast your vote for your favourite entry and help decide the first ever Bake Off champion!
To enter the Cogglesford Bake Off, simply send a picture and description of one of your wonderful bakes by 18 August to cogglesfordwatermill@n-kesteven.gov.uk, or send them a pic on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter: @Cogglesford.
Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum
Step into the captivating world of the 1940s and immerse yourself in the spirit of wartime Britain, gaining an insight into the lives of those who played a pivotal role during World War II.
Immerse yourself in War Time Cookery with a bag of ‘rationed’ ingredients, learn the art of making do and mending and unlock the secrets of Recycle Tips and discover innovative ways to repurpose everyday items.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the Home Front spirit first-hand for a day filled with history, creativity and community.
Thanks to all the incredible folks who graced our stand in the NKDC marquee during the unforgettable Heckington Show weekend!
A special shoutout to those who picked up our leaflets and to our amazing partners who provided materials for their tourism businesses. Your interest and engagement have been truly appreciated – let’s promote the beauty and charm of North Kesteven far and wide!
As we wrap up the incredible weekend, we can't help but eagerly anticipate doing it all again next year! Put the dates in your diary - Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th July 2024.
Making 3d caravans at Heckington Show
 Have you taken a beautiful photo of the district that you'd like to share?
Email heartoflincs@n-kesteven.gov.uk with your favourite photo and you could feature in our next newsletter.
Thanks to Mrs Smith's Cottage for the August image of summer peas in their garden, grown by NavenBEEs toddler group.
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