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A group of people stood beside a new wayfinding sign

New wayfinding signs installed directing visitors to local attractions

West Lindsey District Council is delighted that new visitor signs and interpretation boards have been installed in Gainsborough.

10 January 2023
Image displaying a person cutting and carving wood

Traditional Craftsmen and Women Invited to showcase their skills at new Heritage Skills Fair in Gainsborough

Applications are being welcomed from those working in traditional construction trades, decorative art, conservation and restoration to demonstrate their skills, and possibly allow visitors to try for themselves, during Gainsborough’s Heritage Skills Festival 2023!

9 January 2023
People stood outside building in Gainsborough

Demolition commences ready for Gainsborough’s four-screen cinema!

West Lindsey District Council has officially appointed award-winning GBM Demolition to lead the demolition of the former Lindsey Centre in Gainsborough.

23 December 2022
Photograph of Armed Forces Day 2022 in front of the Guildhal

West Lindsey District Council raises the Armed Forces Day Flag in support of Armed Forces Day

Residents of West Lindsey and current and previous Armed Forces personnel joined West Lindsey District Council today, Monday 20th June, in a ceremony at the Guildhall in Gainsborough to mark Armed Forces Day on 25 June.

21 June 2022
Think Local - Caistor, hidden gems

Think Local: Discover Caistor’s hidden gems just a stone's throw away from town centre

Caistor’s Cornhill area is open for business offering a truly local shopping experience.

16 June 2022
Banner stating: "New consultations: Island Green Power, West Burton and Cottam Solar Project"

Consultation is now open for two nationally significant solar projects in West Lindsey!

Developers behind plans for two solar projects in West Lindsey are inviting people to take part in the consultation process.

15 June 2022
Come and see us at The Lincolnshire Show: Stand 10/11, 10/12 Row B

Win yourself a family ticket to this years' panto at the Lincolnshire Show!

Thousands of visitors will be heading to West Lindsey this month as the great Lincolnshire Show returns.

14 June 2022
Photograph of the different kinds of wheelie bins in West Lindsey.

More than 99% of purple-lidded bins emptied in West Lindsey on second round of collections!

Residents in West Lindsey have embraced the new twin recycling scheme, which separates paper and card from other recyclable material.

1 June 2022
Photograph of Stephen Folely hand painting entries into the Book of Remembrance.

Intrigued guests describe crematorium as uplifting and welcoming

Lea Fields Crematorium opened its doors to guests this weekend, giving them an opportunity to take an informal look around the facilities.

31 May 2022
Trinity Arts Centre website

New website showcases Trinity Arts Centre!

Gainsborough’s Trinity Arts Centre is delighted to present its brand-new website showcasing its beautiful venue and the array of amazing upcoming shows!

31 May 2022
Banner saying: "Did you know we provide a bulky waste collection?"

Need help disposing of a washing machine or mattress?

Did you know West Lindsey District Council provides a bulky waste collection service for household items?

31 May 2022
Outside the Guildhall in Gainsborough

Sustainable Warmth Competition Funding!

A staggering £840,000 grant has been awarded to make homes in West Lindsey warmer and greener!

24 May 2022
Photograph of the different kinds of wheelie bins in West Lindsey.

Residents praised as almost 87% of all recycling bins presented were emptied!

West Lindsey District Council has praised residents after a successful first cycle of blue recycling bin collections!

20 May 2022

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