A New Year’s Day walk from Halton Holegate into Spilsby, taking in quiet lanes, railway traces, old buildings and Sir John Franklin’s statue — with optional pub stops for a warm finish.

Spilsby hasn’t always been where it is now. In the valley near Partney Bridge lie the earthworks of “Old Spilsby” — a deserted medieval settlement and its ridge-and-furrow fields, still legible in the ground. This is the story of the Spilsby that moved.

Residents in and around Spilsby are being encouraged to back Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance’s new ‘Toys for Take Off’ appeal, as the charity opens a Lincoln shop and continues its fundraising efforts in Wragby in the run-up to Christmas.

Young gardeners at Spilsby Primary Academy have earned the RHS Gardening Award – Level One, recognising the school’s commitment to creating vibrant green spaces and teaching pupils the benefits of gardening, outdoor learning, and caring for the environment as they work towards the next level.

On the 11th of October 1643, a fierce fifteen-minute battle just outside Spilsby helped decide the fate of Lincolnshire. The Battle of Winceby, now largely forgotten except by historians and a few roadside signs, secured Parliament’s control of the county and marked the rise of Oliver Cromwell. This decisive clash reminds us that even the quietest corners of our county once stood at the heart of national history.

The closure of Spilsby Surgery has left residents anxious and angry. But recent scenes at vaccination clinics and pharmacies show how frustration is being misdirected at frontline staff, rather than those responsible for the system.

Spilsby Primary Academy, part of Infinity Academies Trust, is celebrating after achieving the prestigious Gold School Games Mark.

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Spilsby Primary Academy pupils took part in Young Voices 2025 at the Utilita Arena Sheffield, performing alongside thousands of children in a spectacular musical event.

Experience the magic of Spilsby Light Night 2025, the UK's smallest light festival, featuring stunning illuminations, street performances, and interactive installations.

Everyone thinks Lincolnshire is flat—but it isn’t! From the brutal inclines of the Wolds to the legendary Steep Hill, this defence of Lincolnshire’s landscape sets the record straight.

Spilsby Primary Academy, part of Infinity Academies Trust, received praise from Ofsted for its caring and inclusive environment

Discover the legacy of Sir John Franklin, the Arctic explorer from Spilsby, whose expeditions shaped history. Learn about his life, the ill-fated Northwest Passage expedition, and the statues and memorials that honour him, including Michael Palin's insights in Erebus: The Story of a Ship.

Despite stormy weather cancelling the Christmas market, Spilsby embraced the festive season indoors with lively events at Franklin Hall, New Life, and All Wrapped Up, featuring carols, stalls, and Santa’s grotto.

The 2nd Spilsby Scouts Group have received a much-needed boost thanks to the generosity of local businesses and individuals, including the Spilsby Freemasons, who not only helped fit the brand-new kitchen in their own time at the group's headquarters but also donated £500 to support their activities.

Spilsby Town Council have announced that the play area on the Ancaster Avenue Playing Fields will be closed for renovation and installation of new play equipment.

Explore the rich history of Bolingbroke Castle, a treasured landmark in Lincolnshire. Learn about its medieval origins, royal connections, and role in shaping local heritage, celebrating its significance to the community today.