Grimsby RSPB are hosting a talk by Chris Gomersall
The Last Slender Billed Curlew – Witnessing an Extinction
This is a joint meeting with the Lincolnshire Bird Club
In February 1995 Chris photographed what is believed to be the last known Slender-Billed Curlew ever recorded. The bird was declared extinct in 2025 During the evening, Chris will also share stories from his career as a wildlife photographer.
Monday 19th October 2026, 7.30pm
The Holy Trinity Church Hall, Cleethorpes
All welcome
Admission £5 for all includes refreshments
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October 19, 2026 | News Editor
Circus Mondao visits Grimsby
Magical family circus
World Class Acts
For all Ages
Opens Wednesday 21 October to Sunday 1 November 2026
Laceby Car Boot Field, Next to Morrisons Grimsby
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October 19, 2026 | News Editor
Formed through a mutual love of 80’s goth and alternative rock music, Sanctum Sanctorium are a live 4 -piece band that faithfully recreate classic hits by artists such as The Cult, Killing Joke, Sisters of Mercy, Fields of the Nephilim, The Cure, Bauhaus and more.
Smoke machines at the ready with the clothes and the attitude! Visually and musically, they are startlingly accurate. Sanctum Sanctorium deliver a blistering live set from She Sells Sanctuary and Love like Blood through to Bela Lugosi’s Dead & This Corrosion. Dust down your leather jacket and paint your nails and get ready to be transported to The Dark Side of the 80’s.
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October 18, 2026 | News Editor
Enjoy Crafting Sessions during October Half Term with Cabana Crafts Cleethorpes
Cabana Crafts have organised six fun-filled four-hour creative workshops packed with crafts, slime & lots to take home!
Monday 19 October – Witches & Wizards
Potions, magical makes & spooky slime
Tuesday 20 October – Cats & Bats
Needle felting & bouncy slime
Thursday 22 October – Autumn Wreaths
Autumn wreath making & crunchy pumpkin slime
Monday 26 October – Clay Monsters
Clay monster making & fluffy Monster Poo slime
Tuesday 27 October – Halloween Costumes & Masks
Costume & mask making + squishy moon & stars dough
Thursday 29 October – Pumpkin Painting
Paint a real pumpkin & make pumpkin sick slime!
Each session takes place 10am–2pm | Drop-off only
Bring a packed lunch |
Only 10 spaces per day
Cost is £22 per day | 3 workshops for £55 | Do all 6 workshops for £110
Special Sibling rate: £15 per day | 3 for £45 | All 6 for £90
Card reader available
Spaces are limited, so get booked in
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October 18, 2026 | News Editor
ATOMIC is a popular UK based live five piece 80s tribute band known for playing high-energy pop, synth-pop, and dancefloor anthems from artists like Duran Duran, Wham!, Erasure, and The Human League.
Yardbirds Rock Club, Grimsby
Saturday 17 October 2026
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October 17, 2026 | News Editor
The English Jazz Orchestra will be performing a feel-good mix of swing, jazz and timeless favourites from Sinatra-style classics and big band numbers to Bond themes.
The concert starts at 2.30pm and will last for an hour.
This will be followed by refreshments and home baking. Entry is by donation.
Donations will be split 50/50 between the band and Waltham Methodist Church.
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October 17, 2026 | News Editor
Celebrating young creatives, local talent and small creative businesses
We Are Fish is delighted to be hosting a Halloween Urban Youth Market
There will be stalls, music, art and plenty going on throughout the day.
Sunday 18 October 2026
10am to 4pm
Cleethorpes Leisure Centre, Cleethorpes
The market is supported by the KFC Youth Foundation and is all about giving young people a chance to get their work out there, meet people, make some sales and gain experience.
Come along, support local young creatives and see what they’ve been making
And with the announcement of the funding received from emu and the community fund look out for details of their Christmas market – info to follow!
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October 17, 2026 | News Editor
Get ready for a prehistoric adventure in Cleethorpes as dinosaurs roar their way into town!
This Jurassic-themed day promises excitement for dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages. Marvel at the impressive 5-meter Allosaurus and capture unforgettable moments with props from iconic dinosaur scenes.
Engage in a variety of activities including face painting, crafts, and interactive exhibits. Don’t miss the chance to explore Dino vehicles and immerse yourself in a world where the giants of the past come to life. It’s a day packed with fun, learning, and adventure for the whole family!
Cleethorpes Leisure Centre
Saturday 17 October 2026
10am to 4pm
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October 15, 2026 | News Editor
Customers can continue enjoying group fitness classes with their favourite instructors at other North Lincolnshire Council leisure centres while refurbishment works take place at Riddings Community Hub.
Riddings Community Hub is due to close for refurbishment over the coming weeks as essential work is carried out to replace the roof, install a new air handling system, and replace the poolside lighting.
We know how important our group fitness classes are to many of our members and customers, and we’re pleased to confirm that a number of classes will continue to run at alternative North Lincolnshire Council leisure centres throughout the closure period.
This temporary relocation from 31 August means you can keep active, maintain your routine and continue enjoying classes with the instructors you know and love while improvement works are carried out at Riddings Community Hub.
Here’s where our classes are moving to from 31 August:
Mondays, The Pods
- 5pm to 5.45pm, Group Cycling
- 6pm to 6.45pm, Circuits
Tuesdays, The Pods
- 9am to 10am, Les Mills BodyPump
- 10am to 11am, Thrive
- 11am to 12noon, Stretch & Tone
- 2.30pm to 3.15pm, Aquacise
Wednesdays, The Pods
- 9am to 10am, Les Mills BodyCombat
- 10.15am to 11am, Kettlebells
- 6pm to 7pm, Aerobics
- 7pm to 8pm, Shapes
Thursdays, The Pods
- 9am to 10am, Group Cycling
- 10am to 11am, Thrive
Fridays, The Pods
- 7am to 8am, Group Cycling
- 8am to 9am, Kettlebells
Thursdays, Axholme North Leisure Centre
- 5.30pm to 6.30pm, Total Tone
- 6.30pm to 7.30pm, HIIT Strength
Saturdays, Baysgarth Community Hub
- 8.15am to 9.15am, Les Mills BodyPump
- 9.15am to 10.15am, Les Mills BodyCombat
- 10.15am to 11.15am, Core
We’re here to keep you moving
We understand that changes to class locations may require some adjustments, and we’d like to thank all our customers for their patience and understanding while these important improvements at Riddings Community Hub are completed. Our team is committed to ensuring that classes continue with as little disruption as possible, and we encourage customers to check class timetables before attending and book the classes online before attending.
We look forward to welcoming you to our other North Lincolnshire Council leisure centres during the refurbishment, and back to Riddings Community Hub when the work is complete.
For the latest updates and information, please continue to check the NL Active website and the NL Active Riddings Facebook page.
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October 15, 2026 | News Editor
Brand-new cardio equipment will be installed in a number of NL Active gyms this September as part of our ongoing commitment to provide a high-quality fitness experience.
The investment will see the introduction of new:
The upgrade will ensure that cardiovascular equipment across NL Active gyms is of a consistent, high-quality standard, providing a reliable and enjoyable workout experience wherever you choose to exercise.
As well as investing in new equipment, we’re also introducing an enhanced service and maintenance programme to help minimise equipment downtime, reduce disruptions, and ensure machines remain available and in excellent working condition at all times.
Installation information
- NL Active Ancholme, 21 & 22 September
- NL Active Axholme North, 18 September
- NL Active Baysgarth, 17 September
- NL Active Epworth, 22 September
- NL Active The Pods, 16 & 17 September
During the installation period, while every effort will be made to keep disruption to a minimum, some cardio equipment may be temporarily unavailable, and there may be some noise and minor disruption while the work is underway.
Thank you for your continued support as we invest in improving your gym experience.
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October 15, 2026 | News Editor
