Image First antiques fair success as sun shines on inaugural event. The historic town of Gainsborough witnessed a remarkable inaugural Antiques Fair, drawing traders and enthusiasts from neighbouring areas including Hull, Retford, and Newark. Date published: 30 March 2024
Image Bus station has a new lease of life following revamp Gainsborough Bus Station has recently been refurbished to provide an enhanced gateway to the town centre. Date published: 27 March 2024
Image Blyton Park Race Track recognised by district council for its contribution to the leisure industry West Lindsey District Council was invited to Blyton Park Race Track, a ‘hidden gem’ tucked away in the district. The business which attracts between 25,000 - 30,000 visitors annually has become a vibrant hub for fast cars and thrilling experiences. Date published: 12 March 2024
Image Historic footbridge returns to its rightful place over the Fossdyke Saxilby footbridge, which crosses the Fossdyke is back in its place in the picturesque village, as it has had much-needed refurbishment. Date published: 28 November 2023
Image Councillors get exclusive behind the scenes tour of Saxilby Footbridge West Lindsey District Councillors and Saxilby Parish Councillors got a private tour of the footbridge to see the repair works taking place. Date published: 14 November 2023
Image Discover Gainsborough Markets this summer Discover Gainsborough Markets this summer – fun, games and sounds in the town. Date published: 4 August 2023
Image Historic footbridge to be temporarily removed for crucial refurbishment work. Saxilby footbridge, which crosses the Fossdyke will be removed from its location in the picturesque village, whilst it undergoes much-needed refurbishment. Date published: 13 July 2023
Image Business grants launched in West Lindsey During 2022, the Council developed and submitted its’ UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) Investment Plan. The Investment Plan made provision for the West Lindsey Business Grant Programme which comprises of three main schemes, including capital and revenue grant provision to support business sustainability (under UK Shared Prosperity Fund), capital grants for non-agricultural farm diversification and capital and revenue grants for agri-tech business development (under Rural England Prosperity Fund and WLDC local funding). Date published: 23 May 2023
Image Investment in communities and businesses confirmed for West Lindsey! This week the Government have supported plans by West Lindsey District Council to invest £2.7m of UKSPF into businesses and communities across the area. Much of this funding will be available to communities and businesses through two flagship grant schemes and the Council are working with the Government to launch the schemes by April 2023. Date published: 12 December 2022
Image Improved wayfinding signage project update On Monday the 28th of October, work will commence on updating our Wayfinding for Gainsborough Town Centre. This will include the removal of old signs, installation of new finger posts and installation of new monoliths. Date published: 25 November 2022