CLEETHORPES BEACH CLEAN
The Captain Paul Watson Foundation-UK are organising a Beach Clean at Cleethorpes Beach on the 16th May 2026, the meeting place will be at Marine Walk car park,
(turn left at Signal Box Inn and follow road round to the car park)
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starting at 10:30 and will finish at 12:00 Everybody’s welcome, equipment will be supplied,
Join us and help save our Oceans
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May 15, 2026 | News Editor
Meet Grim and the Vikings at Waterstones for the exciting launch of, HAVELOK, Prince of the Vikings !
With FREE activities for children
Havelok loves being the Prince but when Viking training starts, his world turns upside down.
Making friends with young warriors, a battle horse with an attitude, invading Varangians and the secretive Myling, Havelok takes them all on. But when his dad goes to Valhalla, Havelok’s life changes forever.
Grim the Viking is ordered to throw a mysterious sack into the sea. Will he do as he is told or will he open the sack ?
Join Havelok for an exciting, epic new adventure for readers age 8-12.
Written by Julia Thompson, creator of Viking festival Grim Falfest and with illustrations by artist Kevin Atkins, part of the team who created some of the giant street murals around our town. With free arts activities for children and a chance to meet Grim and the Vikings, with VIP – Vikings in Person! – special guests Lindesige Saeweard.
AND, join our Viking March from Riverhead Square at 9.45am, to ‘invade’ the bookshop at 10am. Event open till 10am to 2pm.
Our colouring book, Havelok and Grim the Viking also available for younger children.
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May 15, 2026 | News Editor
Metal Militia – the UK tribute to the greatest metal band of all time, Metallica!
Another gig, another night of Master of Puppets in full! Looking forward to being back at one of our favourite places to play, Yardbirds Rock in Grimsby! Along with support from our pals Megadeth UK! Sure to be a great night! See you down the front!
Metal Militia from the North East are the most exciting, authentic and prominent Metallica tribute in the UK with packed and sold out headline shows around some of the countries biggest and most popular music venues and festivals. Not only that but Metal Militia were specifically selected and requested to play the official UK Metallica Fan Club chapter pre-show event in London before Metallica’s show there October 2017 and again for the Hard Rock Cafe Manchester pre-show event in June 2019.
Metal Militia bring you the closest sounding and visually explosive tribute to the undisputed titans of metal, Metallica!!
- Saturday 16 May 2026
- Yardbirds Rock, Grimsby
- with support from Megadeth UK
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May 15, 2026 | News Editor
Get ready for an afternoon of glitter and drama as we present Docks Day Sessions: Eurovision Pre-Party on Saturday, 16th May
Saturday 16th May 2026
Doors 4pm | Curfew 7pm
Ages 18+ Only
Advance Tickets | £7.50 + Fees
The audience for this show will be standing
We’re kicking things off early with a full session of Eurovision anthems, singalongs and guilty pleasures, with our DJ spinning everything from ABBA to Loreen, Sam Ryder to Käärijä, plus all the iconic moments in between.
Expect:
– Eurovision bangers all afternoon
– Best dressed competition (the more outrageous the better)
– Eurovision-themed games hosted by Dan
– A special Eurovision edition of Big Dan’s Boozy Bingo
– Prizes, nonsense and plenty of dancing
Whether you’re backing the UK, flying the flag for your favourite country, or just here for the glitter and key changes, this is the perfect warm-up before the live show later in the evening.
And the party doesn’t stop there — later in the evening we’ll be showing the Eurovision Grand Final live on the big screen, with free entry, games, prizes and plenty more chaos. Pre-Party ticket holders are welcome to stay on for the live show!
Capacity for this event is limited, so early booking is recommended.
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May 15, 2026 | News Editor
After Docks Day Sessions: Eurovision Pre-Party, the fun continues as we show the Eurovision Grand Final live on the big screen upstairs.
Saturday 16 May 2026
Start Time 7:30pm
Ages 18+ (U18s to be accompanied)
Entry is free, but we recommend booking a table to secure the best place. No need to book a table if you’re going to the Pre-Party!
The audience for this show will be seated
Expect:
– Eurovision shown live on the big screen at Docks Academy
– Games and prizes throughout the night
– Audience voting and scorecards
– Eurovision drinks, singing and general chaos
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May 15, 2026 | News Editor
Meet the cast of our 80’s Divas and join us on an unforgettable journey as this amazing production delivers a dazzling fusion of nostalgia, empowerment and a celebration of the extraordinary. Get ready to dance, sing and be captivated by the powerhouse vocals of the queens who redefine the stage and bring the spirit of the 80’s roaring back to life.
The show features an incredible full live band and the music of Kylie, Madonna, Whitney, Bananarama , Queen, Abba, Rick Astley, Pet Shop Boys , Erasure, Duran Duran, Wham, Tina Turner and many more
Touring All Major Theatres 2026/27
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May 15, 2026 | News Editor
Join us during National Nature Reserve Week for a guided walk at Cleethorpes very own Local Nature Reserve.
In celebration of National Nature Reserve Week, come join us for a guided walk through Cleethorpes own Local Nature Reserve. In 2023, this became part of the Lincolnshire Coronation Coast National Nature Reserve. Let’s celebrate our dune grasslands and saltmarsh as they start to bloom.
Location: Cleethorpes Local Nature reserve (meet in carpark at back of Cleethorpes Leisure Centre)
Date/time: Monday 18th May, 10:00-12:00
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If you are joining us for these events, please wear appropriate footwear and clothing for the conditions. Those attending are reminded that some works, unless otherwise indicated, may include uneven and unpaved surfaces.
This may present a challenge for those with accessibility requirements and we are more than happy to discuss any concerns you may have. Please feel free to get in touch with us by emailing DUNEProject@nelincs.gov.uk
We look forward to seeing you and enjoying our local wildlife together!
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