GRANTHAM NEWS
Latest project on Grantham Canal
Grantham Canal Society, a volunteer-led charity dedicated to restoring the 33-mile stretch of the Grantham Canal between Nottingham and Grantham. You may already be familiar with our work, but if not, we’re excited to share…
Grantham railway bridge is one of Britain’s most bashed bridges
New data from Network Rail has revealed that a railway bridge in Grantham is one of the most bashed bridges in Britain. From April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024, the bridge on Harlaxton Road was struck 14 times,…
Major changes planned for bin collections
A major change to bin collections will affect every home in England following a rule change by the government, according to the Daily Express. All households will be able to put recyclables in one bin…
£11.8 million of bus funding for Lincolnshire
Government cash announced for 2025/26 will mean more bus improvement works from LCC. Lincolnshire County Council is getting nearly £12 million of Government funding to improve bus provision. The news means that LCC can continue…
Harlaxton Manor invites guests to ‘journey through the decades’ in unique Christmas events
Harlaxton Manor near Grantham will welcome visitors for a Christmas Open House with a difference. A picturesque landmark on the Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, and Nottinghamshire borders is hosting a spectacular series of Open Houses later this month and into December. The…
Wife jailed for threatening to kill her husband
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Harlaxton Manor invites guests to ‘journey through the decades’ in unique Christmas events
Harlaxton Manor near Grantham will welcome visitors for a Christmas Open House with a difference. A picturesque…
Christmas Fair at the Museum
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Coming soon – Grantham’s big Festive Lights switch-on
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Bikers’ annual Toy Run this weekend – don’t miss this spectacle
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Bereavement Notices
John Farrell
John Farrell passed peacefully in his sleep on 08/11/2024, aged 94 years. A much loved Father, Grandad, Uncle and Cousin. John will be missed by all his family…
Paula Catello nee Charity
Paula, much loved daughter of the late Colin and Shirley Charity, was a loving mother to Christopher and Maria, mother-in-law to Sarah, and Nana to Calvin and Anna;…
Peter Weatherall
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Peter Weatherall, affectionately known as Pete, on 10th November 2024 at Boston Pilgrim Hospital. Pete was surrounded…
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Motorbike riders warned against viral TikTok hacks that could leave you in danger this winter
It will naturally take time for first-time motorbike riders to build up their riding confidence as many more components must be considered which can take a…
Save the PWG Barracks Woodland
Nigel says… There is a consultation by the Ministry of Defence Friday 22nd November 4:00pm to 7:30pm and Saturday 23rd…
Motorist warning: These medical conditions must be reported to the DVLA
Drivers have been warned failing to inform the DVLA about medical conditions could leave them uninsured and vulnerable. Experts at Quotezone.co.uk have…
Save the £2 Bus Fare Cap – Keep Fares Affordable!
1,787 have signed Zarah Sultana’s petition. Let’s get to 2,500! When the £2 bus fare cap was introduced in January 2020,…
GRANTHAM HALL OF FAME
Gresley, Sir Nigel
Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley (1876-1941) On the morning of 3 July 1938, most of the…
Fradd, Elizabeth – Ran part of Grantham Hospital after the Allitt tragedies
Dame Elizabeth Fradd (1949 – 2024) Photo: Telegraph Professor Dame Elizabeth Fradd, who has died…
Ogilvy, James – was page to King George VI
James Donald Diarmid Ogilvy (1934 – 2004) Hon. James Donald Diarmid Ogilvy was born in…
