< Previous60 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY COUNTY MOTORING specifically for the PPE. Aided by exceptionally streamlined bodies, particularly in the case of the Sportback which is notable as the most aerodynamic production Audi to date, this combination can deliver a maximum driving range of up to 382 miles in the A6 Sportback e-tron and up to 361 miles in the A6 Avant e-tron, depending on specification. Combining a maximum charging capacity of 225 kW with a powerful 800- volt electrical system, the new entry-level A6 Sportback e-tron and A6 Avant e-tron achieve an impressive compromise between range and charging performance. Using an AC charging station or home charger delivering up to 11 kW, they can be fully charged from flat in eight hours. Using an HPC fast-charger, they can recharge from 10-80% in just 21 minutes. Skywell Q Skywell, the trailblazing EV brand that combines strong build quality with advanced technology, has unveiled its upcoming ‘Q’ hatchback at the 2024 Paris Motor Show. The agile and athletic new model is Skywell’s first car to make its global debut in Europe; demonstrating the brand’s market aspirations. In true Skywell fashion, the Skywell Q is underpinned by its durability, extensive warranty and generous equipment levels, which includes the large opening ‘Skyroof’, a large 15.6” touchscreen display and a 360° panoramic parking camera. The Q’s ergonomic and surprisingly spacious interior places a firm emphasis on practicality, without compromising on character thanks to the large Skyroof, composite fibre panelling, 128-colour ambient lighting and orange accents on the upholstery and dashboard. Through Skywell’s consumer electronics heritage, the Q boasts a superior infotainment system which, in addition to the large 15.6” touchscreen display, consists of the premium German-engineered Metz sound system with 8 speakers, wireless smartphone connectivity and touchscreen displays for rear seat occupants. Audi A6 e-tron Skywell QALL LAND ROVER VEHICLES 1948 - 2025 ALL RANGE ROVER VEHICLES 1974 - 2025The Ferrari Purosangue A thrilling and luxurious driving experience Fast Facts • Max speed: 193 mph • 0-62 mph: 3.3 secs • Fuel economy: 20.7 mpg • Engine layout: V12 6.5-litre (naturally aspirated) • Max. power (PS): 725 • CO2: 393 g/km • Price from: £313,000 On the Road. When Ferrari celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2022, the iconic marque unveiled the Purosangue, a remarkable addition to its illustrious lineup of 2+2 cars. With a perfect blend of performance, driving pleasure, and comfort, the Purosangue embodies the very essence of the Ferrari DNA, earning its name, which translates to 'thoroughbred' in Italian. Unlike many vehicles' front-engine layout, the Purosangue boasts a mid-front-mounted lump combined with a rear- mounted gearbox, creating a superb transaxle configuration. This unique engineering boosts the car's driving dynamics and delivers the exhilarating experience enthusiasts like us have come to expect from Ferrari. The Purosangue's powerhouse is none other than a naturally aspirated V12 mill. With a mind-boggling output of 725 horses, the Ferrari delivers pulse-racing performance throughout its range. Acceleration figures are utterly staggering, clocking in at 3.3 seconds from zero to 62mph. 62 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY COUNTY MOTORINGBut it's not just about the numbers; the Purosangue offers the legendary Ferrari engine soundtrack that excites all mere mortals - inside and outside the car. Put it this way, get used to heads turning if you can afford one of these! Inside, the Purosangue has a roomy cabin, featuring four heated electric seats designed for utmost comfort. The rear-hinged doors enable easy access, and the biggest boot ever seen on a Ferrari, combined with folding rear seats, ensures practicality without compromising the Italian's athletic essence. What's more, the driving position is intimate and low, always connecting you to the car's dynamic capabilities. In terms of features, the Purosangue sets a new standard for opulence in the segment. The Burmester audio system lifts the driving experience even further, while the Alcantara upholstery, made from recycled material, reflects Ferrari's commitment to sustainability. This Ferrari is not just an awesome vehicle; it's a revolutionary statement that redefines what a four-door, four-seater sports car can be. With colossal performance, unparalleled comfort, and a whole host of innovative features, the Purosangue stands out - especially on the highways and byways of Lincolnshire - in a big way. Ferrari has once again proven that it can deliver a thrilling and luxurious driving experience, ensuring that the Prancing Horse remains at the forefront of automotive excellence. LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 63 COUNTY MOTORING64 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY onwhat’sGrimsby January 10 Dazzling Diamonds - The Comedy Variety Drag Show - Grimbsy Auditorium Prepare to be dazzled as The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash hit comedy variety drag show. From jaw- dropping dance numbers to hilarious lip- sync performances and not forgetting the sensational live vocals, the cast will have you rolling with laughter and dancing in the aisles. Louth January 10 - 19 Dick Whittington - Louth Riverhead Theatre The story of Dick Whittington and his feline friend is one of the classic pantomime stories. This version is updated by local writer Philip Marshall Junior. Dick travels with his best friend and brother to find his fortune overseas in Morocco. However, the dastardly wicked Queen Rat, is also doing the same and will not let anyone get in her way. She employs two rather dimwitted crooks to help her get one over on Dick. Along the way we meet interesting characters like Dame Hootenanny, the rather rambunctious school teacher and the evil cave monster, who isn’t all that they seem. Lincoln January 11 The Bank Heist - DoubleTree by Hilton Lincoln The Bank Heist is a dramatic adaptation of the real-life Northern Bank Robbery that took place on December 20th, 2004, in Belfast. This immersive experience will have you and your friends stepping into the shoes of cunning criminals, working together to uncover who was behind the biggest bank robbery in British and Irish history! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to dive into a thrilling experience inspired by one of the most infamous heists ever. Lincoln January 11 Viva La Rave! - SouthSide Join SouthSide for an electrifying high vibration evening in a unique former church venue. With a soul-shaking soundsystem, lazers and lighting, you are guaranteed a night of blissful beats - classics and underground featuring uplifting house, rave, drum & bass, afrobeats and more! Scunthorpe January 15 Milton Jones: Ha!Milton - The Baths Hall This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn’t make a song and dance about it. He has more important things to discuss. Like giraffes...and there’s a bit about tomatoes. You might know him from Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo or Radio 4. Or that time he stood for the Scottish National Party, fought a hard campaign, but in the end had to respect the wishes of the people of Cardiff. A whole new show of daftness. You know it makes sense. Stamford January 17 Hauntings - Gerard Logan - Stamford Arts Centre A spellbinding evening of three tales of the supernatural from two of the world’s greatest writers of ghost stories, E.F. Benson and M.R. James. With masterful storytelling from the award-winning actor Gerard Logan, Hauntings will transport you to a world of invisible, but terrifyingly present, spirits. © stock.adobe.com/Bengt66 Á LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 65 Spalding January 18 Soul Kinda Wonderful - South Holland Centre Soul Kinda Wonderful perform a fantastic show dedicated to the Drifters, as well as the sounds of soul and Motown. Get ready to enjoy this multi award winning show, which has performed for such celebrities as Tom Cruise, David Beckham, Sir Trevor McDonald, and Sir Alex Ferguson, to name but a few. Stamford January 23 In the Footsteps of Shackleton - Stamford Arts Centre It is just over a hundred years since Sir Ernest Shackleton’s celebrated Antarctic expedition when his ship the Endurance was crushed and sank in the Weddell Sea. After fifteen months drifting on the ice, he and his men made it to uninhabited Elephant Island. He launched from the beach the 22 foot James Caird and, with five companions, sailed 800 miles in the Southern Ocean in winter and eventually landed on South Georgia. Then, with two companions, he crossed the unknown, unmapped mountain range to seek help. Lincoln January 19 Vintage Flea Market - Lincolnshire Showground This event will offer up the perfect way to spend a Sunday morning if you love bagging a bargain, rummaging for bric-a-brac or hunting down cool vintage items and quirky collectables. Pay the Vintage Flea Market a visit, grab a coffee and get searching for homewares, textiles, fashion, jewellery, art and much, much more. © stock.adobe.com/Spotmatik © stock.adobe.com/JackF Mablethorpe January 1 Dance Free at New Year - Theddlethorpe Beach A transformative New Year’s Day beach dance experience. Start the new year with a big blast of positivity! Immerse yourself in a global soundscape, from tribal beats to electronic grooves. Connect with your inner self, fellow dancers, and the boundless energy of the sea.This talk gives an illustrated account of Shackleton’s extraordinary polar adventures, the dangers he faced and his brilliant leadership. Spalding January 24 Twist and Shout - South Holland Centre An all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late Sixties. Boston January 25 Whole Lotta Shakin’ - The Shakin’ Stevens Story - Blackfriars Arts Centre Put your bopping shoes on, dust off the double denim, slick back your hair and get ready to sing-along, dance-along and join in with the biggest and best ‘Shaky’ party to hit UK theatres. 66 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY WHAT’S ON Lincoln January 31 Queen by Candlelight - Lincoln Cathedral Join an incredible night of Queen Anthems, performed by a live cast of West End singers, accompanied by an incredible live rock band. Experience Queen as you have never heard them before. Boston January 30 Romeo & Juliet - Blackfriars Arts Centre Box Clever is proud to be bringing its touring production of ROMEO & JULIET to Blackfriars. Shakespeare sets his exploration of young, romantic love, as bright as starlight, against the darkness of feuding families, street fights and, ultimately, death. This gripping adaptation is brought fully to life by three actors. Boston February 7 Bringing on Back the 60s - Blackfriars Arts Centre New Amen Corner bring their touring show Bringing on Back the 60s to Blackfriars Arts Centre. The show is a fast moving ride through the era, which bought us the mini car, the mini skirt & exceptional music. Scunthorpe February 8 16 Years of The Inbetweeners: In Conversation with Joe Thomas - Plowright Theatre Circa 2007, Joe Thomas was a budding actor/writer headed for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe alongside university writing partner, Simon Bird. While performing their two-man show, the pair were spotted by TV producers developing an E4 sitcom. Later titled The Inbetweeners, the series went on to become Channel 4’s most-watched show. In this stripped back, relaxed and exclusive event, Joe will be in conversation about his time on the show and taking questions from the audience. Predominantly focusing on The Inbetweeners, but touching on Joe’s other work including White Gold, Taskmaster and The Great Celebrity Bake Off, this promises to be a revealing and exciting evening with a much-loved comedy star. © stock.adobe.com/Wirestock Lincoln February 11 - 15 Time By Luxmuralis - Lincoln Cathedral Be immersed in awe-inspiring light projections that will take you on a journey through time, using Lincoln Cathedral’s gothic ceiling architecture as the canvas. After stunning audiences with ‘Life’ and ‘Science’, Luxmuralis will return to Lincoln Cathedral in 2025 with ‘Time’, a new innovative light and sound show created by the acclaimed artistic collaboration. This immersive artwork will take you on a journey through time, traversing wormholes, venturing inside the intricate workings of clocks, and experiencing a dramatic narrative that spans from the present day to the very beginning of everything. Lincoln February 15 Winter Tree Identification - Doddington Hall Even in winter trees are a beautiful and striking presence in the landscape. But with many of their distinguishing characteristics – their leaves, flowers and fruits – gone, it can make it seem tricky to identify one from the next. LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 67 WHAT’S ON Lincoln February 27 - 28 Dracula - New Theatre Royal Lincoln The time is 1897. Mankind is on the cusp of vast technological change, scientific mastery and media innovation. But poised between traditional beliefs, the threat of the unknown and the shock of the new world, an altogether darker fear is emerging. As a new shadow looms large over England, a small group of young men and women, led by Professor Van Helsing, are plunged into an epic struggle for survival. Stretching from London, through provincial England, to the mountainous wastes of Transylvania, Bram Stoker’s timeless gothic thriller embodies the struggle to break taboos, resist temptation and stop the unknown outside becoming the enemy within. There are though still many clues to help tell trees apart at this time of year – from buds and bark to twigs and overall shape. Once you get your eye in you will see more and more detail, and winter walks will come alive with added interest. This is a practical workshop that will focus on Doddington’s native tree species, the types you are likely to come across in the English countryside. As well as identification skills you will also learn about some of the natural and cultural history associated with different trees. Grantham February 18 Storytelling Workshops - Guildhall Arts Centre Join the wonderful Hannah Peacock for an interactive, engaging and playful storytelling workshop! Grantham February 20 Museum of Marvellous Things - Guildhall Arts Centre Welcome to The Museum of Marvellous Things, where the impossible can happen! Discover stars in jars, catch moons like balloons, dance with Doo-Dahs in cages, sing with Noo-Nahs on stage. Because this is a museum like no other, it’s made from the magic of YOUR imagination – and you get to bring it alive. With giant puppets, songs, interactive storytelling, show stopping costumes, LIVE original music and a chance to make your own special puppet. This is a fun-filled family show celebrating the magic of imagination and the power of creativity, based on the picture book by Kristina Stephenson, bestselling author and illustrator of Sir Charlie Stinky Socks. © stock.adobe.com/davidscar Lincoln January 24 Pretty Vacant - The Story of Punk and New Wave - New Theatre Royal Lincoln Not many musical explosions define a generation and change music forever. There was Rock and Roll in 1956, Beatlemania in 1963, Flower Power in 1967, the birth of Rock in 1970 and then there was... Punk and New Wave. Between 1976 and 1979 the music world and popular culture was turned upside down as bands, musicians and fashion adopted a new and fresh ‘DIY’ approach to making music and expressing itself. For the first time all the hits, attitude and fashion are brought to the stage by this incredibly talented cast of musicians, singers and dancers that will take you on a rollercoaster ride you will never forget. 68 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY Aries Mar 21 - Apr 20 Surprising news could indicate a complete change to your social plans, but at work your patience will be severely tested because someone may attempt to confront you with their demands and expectations. Expect romance to flourish over the coming weeks as developments reach fever pitch and you may have to make some very important decisions. Taurus Apr 21 - May 21 Domestic and romantic pursuits will bring both yourself and loved ones closer together and exciting talks of holidays, long distance travelling and the opportunity to explore places of fascination and historical interest will give you lots to look forward to and perhaps spur you on to venture further afield in the future. Gemini May 22 - June 21 A colleague or loved one may think they know what is best for you and at times behave rather overbearingly, so much so, that you may be forced to put down some very firm boundaries in order to protect your personal space. Keep on top of work demands, especially if you are in business and there is much to occupy your mind. Cancer Jun 22 - Jul 23 Counting your blessings and appreciating your loved ones will increase your happiness and feelings of inner contentment. By all means be sociable and spend time with good friends but refrain from discussing your personal finances with anyone because there is far too much curiosity and interest in your affairs being shown by people who are too nosey for their own good. Leo Jul 24 - Aug 23 Focusing your attention on home improvement projects or moving house will keep you busy and entertained for months to come. You know how to achieve the best results with careful planning and spending wisely. Listen to your intuition regarding family matters because someone may not be telling you the whole truth. Virgo Aug 24 - Sep 23 Personal difficulties between you and a former or current partner will test your patience and could force you to issue an ultimatum if matters show no signs of resolving themselves. You may have to juggle money for the next few months especially if you are trying to accumulate some cash to go travelling with or indulge in some home renovations. Libra Sep 24 - Oct 23 Money making projects may not take off the ground as quickly as you expected causing you to resent wasting any more of your time on anything that does not show signs of a good return for your efforts. A family member could be upsetting everyone but avoid becoming too involved if you want to avoid being blamed for something you are totally innocent of. Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 22 By associating with other likeminded souls, you will never be stuck for anything to say and when you wave farewell and go your separate ways, you will feel so much more inspired and ready to move forwards with your plans. Keep on top of paying bills SUDOKU competition Closing date for entries is: 20th JANUARY 2025 To enter just email the numbers that appear in the purple squares to: competitions@blmgroup.co.uk Win a £20 voucher to spend with any of our advertisers in this issue. Last month’s solution S2E1P your stars Lincolnshire Today’s guide to the astro month ahead... and refuse to get drawn into parting with hard earned cash you could save rather than spend. Sagittarius Nov 23 - Dec 21 Romance may have to take a back seat until you decide which direction to go in next because it’s imperative that you do not commit to anything until you are one hundred percent sure of your feelings. 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