Lincolnshire Food and Gifts Fair

There are plenty of food and gift fairs on at the moment in the run up to Christmas. Today I went to the Lincolnshire Showground. It was very busy. There are two exhibition halls, Exo Centre and Epic Centre. There were 150 traders selling their wares. The area between the two halls was covered by a massive tent with fast food traders on both sides, and seating in the middle. I took a few photos. Don't you just love all the colours. 

I didn't buy any beer this time. I can get it from a local micro brewery. 

Plenty of nicknacks to choose from.  

This lady makes candles, lampshades, and bags. 

I bought some strawberries from these two lovely ladies. I have never heard of Dyson Farming before. I didn't know James Dyson is involved with food production. Check out the story behind growing strawberries out of season under glass. 

Many different kinds of gin on offer. Not for me, I don't like gin, but very colourful.

I had a chat with my new friend Monika who I first met two weeks ago at a previous Craft Show. She makes some beautiful Macrame art pieces. 

I arrived back home just as it was getting dark. Smashing afternoon out. I'll post the food pics on tomorrow. 

Thanks to those walkers who have checked in. You are doing really well, far better than me. 

Toodle pip.   ilona

One month left.

 Here we are at the start of the last month of the year. It's time to check in with our walking miles. How have you all done? My calendar tells me that I will not reach the magical 1000 miles by the 31st. But I've done ok. I am on 802 miles. That's fine by me. I am dividing my time between other activities I enjoy  doing. It's all about balance really. 

Picture from way back. Me with red hair enjoying a Magnum ice cream. I joined a sponsored walk. 

Today looks a bit dismal. I see rain, and it's blowing sideways in the wind, but I don't care. An afternoon of fun is arranged. 

Enjoy your Sunday. Toodle pip.   ilona