ELDC Councillor William Gray's News

January 2026 News

Veterans Support Service – Armed Forces Community Open Day

 

The next Armed Forces Community Open Day event will take place on 25 February 2026 at London Road Sports Pavilion, Louth LN11 9QP.  

Timings:

0930 – 1000 Stall holders arrive and set up 

1000 – 1400  Doors open to beneficiaries

1400 – 1500  Doors closed, stall holders pack up and clear site

Parking:  Parking is available at the Pavilion.

Refreshments:  The usual tea, coffee, squash and biscuits will be provided.

If you wish to attend and reserve a table, please reply to this email events@vsscio.org.uk with details of how many will be attending and who will be representing your organisation.

 

 

 

Stay Warm

 

With more cold weather on the way, ideally your home and those of elderly relatives or neighbours should be heated to at least 18C. Here is some advice on how to stay #WeatherReady and keep warm this winter.

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With warnings for snow and ice still in place for parts of the UK for today and tomorrow. Here are some helpful tips from our partners to help you stay #WeatherReady if you are travelling.

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Winter Warm Spaces

 

Stay warm and connected this Winter! 

This winter, community venues across the area are extending their hours to offer warm, welcoming spaces for everyone.

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• A cozy place to stay warm

• Free warm drinks and food

• Access to information and support

• A chance to connect with others in a safe, inclusive environment

Whether you need a place to relax, get advice, or simply share a chat with others, these spaces are here for you.

 

 

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East Lindsey Community Ambassador Awards 

 

East Lindsey District Council is delighted to announce the return of the Community Ambassador Awards.

 

Following the huge success of last year’s awards, where we celebrated the incredible people who go above and beyond in our community, we’re now calling on residents to submit their nominations for this year’s ceremony, taking place in March 2026.

 

The awards celebrate individuals and groups who go above and beyond to make East Lindsey a fantastic place to live, work and visit. Nominations will open on 12 January and will run for four weeks.

 

This year’s award categories are:

  • Town Pride Award
  • Lifetime Contribution Award 
  • Outstanding Service Award 
  • Best Community-Led Improvement Project Award 
  • Rising Young Star Award 

 

Councillor Sarah Devereux, Portfolio Holder for Partnerships at East Lindsey District Council, said:


“Last year’s Community Ambassador Awards were a fantastic celebration of the incredible people who make East Lindsey such a special place. 

 

“The response was overwhelming, and it was inspiring to see so many individuals and groups recognised for their hard work and dedication. 

 

“We’re thrilled to bring the awards back this year and encourage everyone to get involved by nominating those who go above and beyond in our communities.

 

“With nominations opening soon, I strongly encourage residents from across the district to get involved and help us recognise the people who make a real difference in our communities. 

 

“There are so many individuals and groups who go above and beyond, and this is our chance to celebrate them.”

 

To submit a nomination, visit www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/communityawards before 9 February.

 

Further details about the awards ceremony will be shared soon via the Council’s website and social media channels.

 

 

Renew or subscribe online for green waste collections for the 2026/27 season

East Lindsey residents can now renew or subscribe online for their green waste collections for the upcoming 2026/27 season. 

Signing up online via the council's website - www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/greenwaste - is quick and easy, allowing you to do it at your own convenience.

For an annual fee of £55, you will receive 21 green waste collections. Please note the council will not be able to process telephone payments until Monday 19 January 2026.

Current subscribers to the green waste collection service must re-subscribe by Sunday 22 February to ensure all 21 collections are carried out. While residents can still subscribe after this date, the start date may be delayed, and the full 21 collections cannot be guaranteed, though the cost will remain the same.

For current subscribers, the final collections for the 2025/26 season will take place during the week ending Sunday 29 March 2026. The subscription period for 2026/27 will begin the week commencing Monday 30 March 2026.

Residents who subscribe by Sunday 22 February will receive a letter with full details, a collection calendar, and a sticker for their bin(s).

To subscribe or for more information, including a range helpful FAQs section on the council's green waste service, please visit www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/greenwaste

 

Seaview Colonnade events

Here are some upcoming events at Seaview Colonnade, Sutton on Sea. 

Please visit the Colonnade’s Facebook page for more details: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579282677311

 

Digital inclusion sessions with Lincs Digital

 

Our digital partners, Lincs Digital, have confirmed more drop-in dates to help people access and navigate online services.

Funded by the East Lindsey Investment Fund (ELIF), these sessions offer face-to-face guidance and help with basic digital skills from the friendly and knowledgeable Lincs Digital team.

 

Future sessions include:

 

  • Monday 12 January, 10am-12pm, Station Leisure and Learning Centre, Mablethorpe
  • Tuesday 13 January, 10am-12pm, Wragby Town Hall
  • Thursday 15 January, 9.30am-2.30pm, Marisco Medical Practice, Stanley Avenue, Mablethorpe
  • Friday 16 January, 9.30am-11.30am, Chapel St Leonards Village Hall
  • Monday 19 January, 9.30am-11.30am, Marisco Medical Practice, Stanley Avenue, Mablethorpe
  • Tuesday 20 January,10am-12pm, Woodhall Spa Methodist Church Hall
  • Wednesday 21 January, 10am-12noon, Theddlethorpe Village Hall
  • Thursday 22 January, 9.30am-11.30am, Skegness Tower Gardens Pavilion
  • Thursday 22 January, 1.30pm-3.30pm, Marisco Medical Practice, Stanley Avenue, Mablethorpe
  • Monday 26 January, 10am-12pm, Campus for Future Living, Mablethorpe
  • Monday 26 January, 1pm-3pm, Marisco Medical Practice, Stanley Avenue, Mablethorpe

 

For more information on local digital inclusion projects and support, please visit: Digital Inclusion - East Lindsey District Council

If you would like a host community-based drop-in, please contact communitysupport@e-lindsey.gov.uk

Looking for community grant and support opportunities?

Please find below links to information about the different community support and grants available:

 

ELDC ‘Community Support and Grants’ webpage

www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/article/5128/Community-Support-and-Grants

 

ELDC Local Growth and Grant Fundy webpage

Local Growth and Grant Funding - East Lindsey District Council

 

 

William Gray BSc(Hons)MRICS

Ward Member for Roughton

Portfolio Holder for Housing Communities and Better Ageing

Older Persons Champion

East Lindsey District Council

07946 782677

Tuesday, 13th January 2026