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This summer, the picturesque village of Heckington bursts into life once again as it hosts one of England’s most cherished village shows. Taking place on the weekend of July 26th–27th, the 2025 Heckington Show promises an unforgettable celebration of tradition, community, and countryside charm.
Visitors are invited to explore the North Kesteven District Council marquee, where the breadth of the council’s work across the district will be proudly on display—from environmental initiatives and community services to economic development and cultural projects. Alongside this, Heart of Lincs will be spotlighting local tourism highlights, including heritage attractions and upcoming events. It’s the perfect place to learn more about how the council supports and enriches the area, while discovering new ways to enjoy all that North Kesteven has to offer.
With funding support through Lincolnshire County Council’s Public Health function, the Council has secured a striking piece of street theatre for schools and public performance in Sleaford that exposes the grooming, threats and violence behind the growing crisis of County Lines.
CODE is a powerful mix of physical theatre, parkour, bike stunts, rap and music, revealing how young people are exploited by drug gangs. Based on real cases, it is a must-see for all parents and young people. It will be performed in the Market Place – for free – twice on July 5.
Visit the Feel Good and Thrive Summer Market at Sleaford Market Place on 12 July, 10am to 3pm, for handmade gifts, massage treatments, health and fitness, lifestyle stalls and fun!
The event is brought to you by Lumina, helping fund the charity developmentplus who support people in Lincolnshire to thrive and not just survive.
A new event for Sleaford is inviting over 30 local artisans, makers and crafters to Sleaford Market Place on Saturday 19 July. Find local produce, unique handmade gifts, beautiful artworks and so much more!
The event will also facilitate up to six Teenage Market stalls, helping local young entrepreneurs share their creativity and innovation with the public by selling their products among experiences traders. Go along between 10am to 4pm to show your support!
https://www.heartoflincs.com/event/sleaford-makers-creators-market/
This July, Doddington Hall welcomes back its much-loved Sculpture Exhibition, transforming its stunning walled and wild gardens into an inspiring outdoor gallery. Showcasing over 300 works by 60 national and international artists, each sculpture has been thoughtfully placed to harmonise with the beautiful surroundings.
Explore a range of large-scale pieces in the gardens and discover smaller works in the indoor Stable Yard gallery. Almost all sculptures are available to purchase—perfect for those looking to invest in a unique piece of art.
Don’t miss the return of the Doddington Young Sculptor Award in the historic Kitchen Garden, shining a spotlight on talented artists under 35. This exciting addition highlights the next generation of sculptors and promises to be a must-see this summer.
The exhibition is open until Sunday 7 September. Find more information here.
Thank you for being part of RiverLight Festival 2025! Powered by support from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and North Kesteven District Council, this free celebration was made possible for everyone to enjoy. To help the team continue bringing accessible, high-quality events to the district, they’d love to hear your thoughts. Please take a few moments to complete the short visitor survey—your feedback is invaluable in shaping future RiverLight experiences.
Find the survey here.
Have you taken a beautiful photo of the district that you'd like to share?
This month's photo is of the fabulous RiverLight Festival parade, by Matthew Cawrey.
Email heartoflincs@n-kesteven.gov.uk with your favourite photo and you could feature in our next newsletter.
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