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People across North Lincolnshire will be invited to rediscover their inner child as part of a new project celebrating the games, toys and playground memories shared across generations.

Wilderspin National School Museum has been awarded £5,000 from North Lincolnshire Council’s Cultural Futures grant scheme to support The Art of Play: Past, Present and Reimagined.

Led by Barton-upon-Humber-based artist Annabel McCourt, whose work has been exhibited across the UK and internationally, the project will bring people of all ages together to play, share stories and explore how childhood has changed over time.

From skipping ropes and marbles to playground rhymes, classroom games and the toys remembered from home, the project will use creative workshops, the museum’s archive and local memories to turn the everyday experience of play into a new public exhibition.

The project will celebrate what connects generations as much as what has changed, giving children, parents, grandparents and visitors the chance to compare how they played, what they remember and what those shared experiences say about growing up in North Lincolnshire.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Everyone has memories of how they played when they were young, whether that was in the playground, at home, in the street or with friends after school.

“This project will bring those memories together in a creative way, helping people reconnect with their own childhood while sharing stories across generations.

“It is exactly the kind of project Cultural Futures is here to support, rooted in local heritage, led by local creativity and open to people of all ages.”

The Cultural Futures grants programme is part of the council’s wider work to support local organisations, artists and communities, helping more people take part in culture and celebrate the stories, places and creativity that make North Lincolnshire distinctive.

Cllr Carl Sherwood, cabinet member for Rural Communities and Market Towns, said: “Wilderspin National School Museum is a special part of Barton’s heritage, and this project gives people a fresh and accessible way to connect with that history.

“By focusing on play, it opens the door for everyone to take part. Children can explore how previous generations grew up, while adults can share memories that might otherwise be lost.

“That mix of creativity, heritage and community is what makes projects like this so valuable for our towns and villages.”

The project will culminate in a public exhibition, giving visitors the chance to see how local memories, museum collections and creative workshops have helped reimagine the story of play.

People can also learn more about upcoming events at Wilderspin National School Museum, how to get involved as a volunteer and the wider work of the museum by visiting its website.

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Parents and carers who stop on double yellow lines outside schools to walk children to the school gates will now be fined – under new rules designed to improve safety around schools.

The changes make it clear that drivers cannot leave their vehicle on waiting restrictions, including double yellow lines, to accompany a child into school.

Keeping school entrances clear improves visibility, maintains access for emergency vehicles and helps create a safer environment for children and families at the busiest times of the day.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Nothing is more important than the safety of children.

“Most parents park responsibly, but we continue to see vehicles stopping where they shouldn’t, creating unnecessary risks outside schools.

“This is about protecting children, not catching people out. We want parents to understand the rules, make safe choices and help us keep school entrances clear for everyone.”

The move follows ongoing concerns about dangerous and inconsiderate parking outside schools, where vehicles parked on restrictions can force children into the road, block sight lines and create congestion.

Cllr John Davison, cabinet member for Ashby, Bottesford and Scunthorpe, said: “Parking restrictions outside schools are there for a reason. They help maintain visibility, keep traffic moving and allow children to cross more safely.

“I’ve met parents and residents at Bottesford schools, we’ve listened to their concerns and we’ve made changes to provide greater clarity about what is and isn’t permitted and will help enforcement officers apply the rules consistently.

“We’ll continue working with schools, parents and carers to encourage safer parking and safer journeys to school but if people persist in flouting the rules and putting their children in danger, we’ll fine them.”

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Every child deserves the chance to grow up in a safe, loving home, close to the people and places they know.

Right now, more local foster carers are needed across North Lincolnshire to help make that possible.

Foster carers come from all walks of life. They don’t need to be married, own their home or have children of their own. What they do need is the time, commitment and compassion to help a child when they need it most.

There is a particular need for people who can care for sibling groups, older children and young people with more complex needs, helping them stay close to their schools, friends and support networks.

Too often, people assume someone else will step forward.

Some people walk away.

Some people foster.

If you’ve ever wondered whether fostering could be right for you, now is the time to find out.

There is no obligation and no expectation – just an opportunity to have a conversation, ask questions and understand what’s involved.

To make that first step easier, North Lincolnshire Council has introduced a new online enquiry process. Whether you’d prefer a call back, information by email or a copy of the fostering brochure, you can choose the option that works best for you.

If you could make a difference to a child’s future, take the first step today and find out more about fostering in North Lincolnshire.

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North Lincolnshire Council is calling on the Government to finally deliver long-promised protection for the northern Lincolnshire Wolds after years of delay.

In 2020, Natural England formally registered a proposal to extend the boundary of the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) – to include the nationally important landscape in North Lincolnshire.

Despite the commitment to expand protected landscapes, no progress has been made now the council is urging ministers to make the extension a priority.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “The northern Lincolnshire Wolds deserve the same recognition and protection as the rest of this outstanding landscape.

“Five years ago this proposal was accepted for consideration, yet today local communities are still waiting for action – we hear Government speak repeatedly about protecting nature, improving access to the countryside and supporting rural areas. Now is the time to turn those ambitions into reality.

“This isn’t simply about changing a boundary. It’s about recognising an exceptional landscape, protecting wildlife, supporting sustainable tourism and ensuring future generations can enjoy this special part of North Lincolnshire.”

The renewed call comes as North Lincolnshire continues to lead major environmental initiatives, including work with partners to secure biosphere status for the Humberhead Levels – which includes the Isle of Axholme.

Cllr Waltham added: “We said we’d protect these landscapes and we’re getting on with it, whether that’s restoring habitats, planting trees or working towards international recognition through the Humberhead Levels Biosphere – now the Government needs to play its part for the Wolds.

“Extending the Lincolnshire Wolds would strengthen nature recovery, support local businesses and tourism, and give this nationally important landscape the protection it deserves.

“We’ve waited long enough. It’s time to get on with it.”

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