We will be regularly talking to local businesses, events, celebrities, organisers and local people to keep South Holland in touch.





Director of 4 & 20 Blackbirds Julia Grant talks about recent historical events ran by the 4 & 20 Blackbirds, such as their Elizabethen and Georgian Days in Asycoghfee Hall Museums and Garden.


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Alan Porter Originator of the Two Lips Campaign & Founder of AP Sales talks about his auctioneering, the history of the Two Lips Campaign, his public speaking, cricket and retirement in general.


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Inspector Jim Tyner enters the Tulip Studios once again to discuss more issues within South Holland. The topics covered include anti-immigration protests, burglary, crime rates, crime prevention and events that will occur during the summer months of 2013.



 


President of the Spalding and District Area Chamber of Commerce Phil Scarlett discusses the upcoming Flower Parade and "The Peoples Parade" - an open meeting on the discussion of the future parades in Spalding. The Flower Parade is on the 4th of May this year, and the People's Parade Meeting takes place on the 18th May at the South Holland Centre.


 


Vital information for the Polish Community in South Holland. Wide Horizons is a book detailing the history of South Holland's landscape and people. Tulip Radio presents a Polish read audio version of the book.


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Principal of Boston College Amanda Mosek and Vice-Principal of Corporate Services Janet Hemmant provide information on the history of Boston College and their recent takeover of Spalding's Red Lion Quarter.


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David Turner One of the Directors of Hills Department Store discusses the history of the family run business and the various recent activities and events that Hills will be running.


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Community Policing Inspector for Spalding Jim Tyner talks about the recent issues with crime in Spalding including the recent cut down on street drinking and news on the Street Pastor Scheme.


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Alison Pratt Communications Adviser for the East Anglia Region of the NFU joins Tulip Radio once again to discuss the problems concerning farming in regards to the unpredictable climate and the ongoing outbreak of disease in cattle.


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Elizabeth and George Hall from Turners Fish Shop discuss the history of the family run fish shop "Turners" in celebration of the restaurant's centenary year.



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Trustee of the Snowgoose Wildlife Trust Doug Hilton talks about the Snowgoose Wildlife Trust and the history of the East Lighthouse in Long Sutton, which Doug currently owns.

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Peter Kite President of the South Holland Rotary Club talks about the origins and the history of the Rotary Club, and the services they offer. Peter also discussed the clubs international involvement with the Polio Plus Fund.


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Community Policing Inspector for Spalding Jim Tyner discusses the different objectives he faces as a police inspector in Spalding, in particular the new Street Pastor Scheme which is to be introduced in Spalding.






 


Logistics Manager of Bakkavor Terry Moore talks about the history of Bakkavor and Produce Trading in Lincolnshire.



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Communications Adviser for the East Anglia Region of the NFU Alison Pratt offers her opinion on many issues within the farming industry in East Anglia, such as the emergence of diseases to cattle and problems with illegal Hare coursing in Lincolnshire.



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Karen Johnson and Sarah Chad from the South Holland District Council talk about the celebration of South Holland's renewal as a Fairtrade zone and the worldwide and local history of the Fairtrade Foundation.


 

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George Slinger Owner of Birchgrove Garden Centre and Councillor Angela Newton form the South Holland District Council join Tulip Radio to talk about the history of Spalding's participation in the East Midlands in Bloom Competition and how they are looking forward to 2013's Competition.




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Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of T & R Simmons Peter Ruysen discusses his history and experience within the Bulb Industry and how the Bulb Industry has evolved over the years in the South Holland Area.




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Once again, Tulip Radio had the chance to catch up with the cast of the Polka Dot Pantomime "Jack and the Beanstalk". At the time of the interview, the cast were a week into their schedule of performances at the South Holland Centre. They managed to take a short break from their busy scehdule to discuss their experiences together after their first week of performances.



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Tulip Radio recently had the chance to catch up with the stars of the new pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk in association with Polka Dot Pantomimes which is coming to Spalding's South Holland Centre in December 2012. We talked to:

Karen Moses playing Poison Ivy
Justin Ward playing Simple Simon
Neil Canfer playing the King
Steven Stobbs who plays Dame Trott
Katy Osborne who plays Princess Jill

The pantomime runs from Thursday 13th December 2012 to Sunday 6th January 2013.




 



Gill Graper
Former Deputy Head of the George Farmer Technology College joins us to discuss her life now she has retired and the history of the Samaritans of which she is now very heavily involved.



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Terry Day Secretary for the Spalding Branch of the Royal Naval Association discusses his history and duties in the Royal Navy, and his experiences working with the RNA in Spalding.


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Tulip Radio recently had the pleasure of presenting three medals to members of the Pinchbeck Guides. Sophie, Esther and Faith (pictured with their certificates) had all achieved the ultimate guides award, the Baden Powell Challenge Award. The three girls were happy to discuss some of the tasks and events they had been to in order to gain their challenge award.




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Adrian Jansen Director of Lingarden Bulbs Ltd. discusses the history of Horticulture and Trading around Spalding.




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Community Policing Inspector Jim Tyner talks about returning to Spalding for his new policing position and the difficulties with anti-social behavior and crime in the South Holland Area
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Phil Scarlett President of the Spalding Area Chamber of Commerce joins Tulip Radio once again to discuss upcoming events such as the Spalding Christmas Lights Switch On, Spalding's new 2012 Christmas Lights and the proposed redevelopment of the Holland Market Area.

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Tulip Radio's Jan Whitbourn was present during 2012's Remembrance Day Service in Spalding. She talked to many interesting local people throughout the event including:
 

Frank Wright Marshall
Colin Jackson Chairman of the Royal British Legion
Amanda Scase and the the Spalding Brownies
Keith Crawford Chairman of the Spalding Branch of the Royal Naval Association and his wife Yvonne
Nick Hendrick from the South Holland District Council
Stephanie Liquorice Poppy Collector
Reverend John Bennett who was the Vicar for the service
John Hayes MP
Rob Gibson Army Cadet Force
Councillor Howard Johnson and his wife
John Robert Bustance War Veteran






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Director General of the Royal British Legion Chris Simpkins talks about the work of the Royal British Legion in subject to this year's Remembrance Day.







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Councillor Gary Taylor Sitting District Member for Spalding Council discusses his role as councillor in the Spalding and District Area including some important issues such as littering and drinking alcohol in the streets.



Recently appointed Minister of State for Energy at the Department for Energy and Climate Change John Hayes joins Tulip Radio to talk about his new position concerning energy and climate change. We also had a chance to discuss his views on the debate over Nuclear vs Renewable Energy

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Allison Pratt The Communications Adviser for the NFU joins us to talk about various issues in the farming industry including the outbreak of TB from Badgers and helpful advice on keeping cattle healthy.

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Neighbourhood Police Inspector for the South Holland Area Chris Davison discusses various policing matters such as the debate over firearms and safety at home as the evenings get darker.

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Derrick Martin the longest serving playing member of the Kirton Brass Band along with his wife Ann and Tony Fell the Secretary for Kirton Brass Band join Tulip Radio to talk about Derricks life and interests with the Kirton Brass Band. The Kirton Band was founded in 1870 and has remained in existence throughout this period.



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David and Janet Bowman discuss their life and interests in the pumpkin industry and the pumpkin festival.




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Tulip Radio had the pleasure to attend the Silverstone Classic in 2012. We had  a chance to have a chat with many celebrities participating in this years celebrity challenge race including:

 

Andrew Castle GMTV Presenter and Strcitly Come Dancing contestant
Brendan Cole with wife Zoe Professional Ballroom Dancer and Star of Strictly Come Dancing
Kelvin Fletcher Actor known for his role as Andy Sugden from Emmerdale
Nicola Stapleton Actress known for her role as Mandy Salter from Eastenders
Sir Patrick Stewart Classically Trained Actor and well known for his role in Star Trek
Rick Parfitt Jr Son of Status Quo Guitarist and founder of the RPJ Chron's Foundation
Tony Hirst Actor known for his role as Paul Kershaw from Coronation Street
 
 

 


Recently appointed Phil Scarlett President of the Spalding and District Area Chamber of Commerce talks about local businesses and how the Chamber are helping and supporting with many issues in the local area

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Tulip Radio talk to Karen Johnson Community Development Officer for South Holland District Council about her role as a games maker during the recent London 2012 Olympic Games



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Simon Temple Head of Clinical Services for the Johnson Community Hospital Louise Johnson Matron for Urgent Care and Natalie Mackey Matron for planned care discuss their roles and what is happening at the Johnson Community Hospital in Spalding




 
 

Inspector Chris Davison joins us once again along with Sergeant Amy Whiffen to talk about recent local issues and police matters within South Holland.

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Inspectors Chris Davison and Jim Tyner discuss local police issues in South Holland.

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Tulip Radio were present when the Olympic Torch came through Spalding on the 4th July 2012. We held interview with various torch bearers and local celebrities.

 

Geoff Capes


Stuart Storey


Sally Reddin


Thomas Giddings


 


Shannon Williams Holland


Matt Newton

 

Mandy Woods


Jo Jenkinson & Viv Fisher


Mick Seymour


Brian Saunders


Amanda Scase

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Tulip Radio were involved in a project called Schools Sound which was funded by the department for education which involves over 30 pupils in the schools from our district. The students produced a special show entirely by themselves.








 

 


Curator of Ayscoughfee Hall Julia Knight talks about the history and interesting events at Ayscoughfee in review of the recent South Holland Food Festival.

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John Bland talks about his position as Treasurer and Publicity Officer for the Bourne Branch of the Lincolnshire Family History Society.


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Master Gardener Rick Aron discusses his role within the Master Gardener scheme and the health and well-being fund.

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Colin Ward Chief Executive of Live Promotions tells us about his life in the entertainment industry.


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PCSO Ryan Ellis
tells us about his role within the police force in the Spalding area and the history of his upcoming with the police.



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Tulip Radio were present when the Olympic Torch came through Spalding on the 4th July 2012. Running a live broadcast of the event, we held interviews with members of the crowds, torch bearers and other local celebrities.















 

 

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Jason Rooke President of the Spalding and district Chamber of Commerce and David Norton Administrator of the Spalding and District Chamber of Commerce discuss the history and development of the chamber of commerce in Spalding.

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Terry Carter President of the Spalding branch of the Royal Naval Association and Keith Crawford Chairman of the Spalding RNA talk about the history of the Royal Naval Association.

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Adrian Jansen 
Director of Lingarden Bulbs Ltd. joins us again to discuss the history of horticulture and trading around Spalding.

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Alan Porter Originator of the Tulips Campaign tells us about his charity and fundraising history.

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Doug Stacey and Richard Stephen Britain in Bloom Judges come to Spalding to judge Spalding in Bloom.










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Councillor Angela Newton Talks about Spalding in Bloom.
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Julia Knight Museum Officer of Ayscoughfee Hall talks about the history of Ayscoghfee Hall Museum.

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Harold Payne Owner of Anglian Motel at Fleet Hargate Ross Dean and Local Veteran Eric Toynton discuss their visit to Normandy and the D-Day Landings.


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Adrian Jansen
Director of Lingarden Bulbs Ltd. talks about the bulb industry in Spalding and the Flower Parade.
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Petronella Keeling Deputy Lieutenant of Lincolnshire talks to us about the Queens Golden Jubilee and times in Spalding.
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George Slinger and Michael Elsden Two Local History Experts discuss Spalding Gentlemen's Society and local history.
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Geoff Taylor and Geoff Dodd tell us about the History of Chain Bridge Forge.


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John Hayes Minister of State for Further Education, Skills and Life Long Learning talks about modern apprenticeships and other topics.
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Karen Johnson tells us about her involvement in the planning of South Holland’s Olympic celebrations. 

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Heroes Return, Harold Payne Local Personality along with Normandy Veterans Phillip Milton and Eric Toynton Discuss their experiences.

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Neighbourhood Inspector for South Holland District Council Chris Davison talks about the structure of the police force and problems in the Spalding area.


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George Scott Chairman of Spalding and Peterborough Transport Forum tells us about new railway developments.




 



Gary Porter Leader of South Holland District Council talks about council services and energy prices. 





 
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John Willoughby Strategic Manager of the Citizens Advice Bureau and Nick Worth Deputy Leader of South Holland District Council tell us about the relocation of the Citizens Advice Bureau to the South Holland District Council Offices.

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John Hayes Minister of State for Further Education, Skills and Life Long Learning talks about the relocation of the Citizens Advice Bureau to the South Holland District Council Offices.
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Petronella Keeling talks about her life and her role as Deputy Lieutenant of Lincolnshire and her work for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in June 2012.

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Nick Richer joins Chris Carter and Jan Whitbourn to talk about National Sausage Week.



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We discuss the 2012 Silverstone Classic with celebrities Rick Parfitt Jr originator of the RPJ Chron's Foundation and Brendan Cole from Strictly Come Dancing (pictured left with Kelvin Fletcher from Emmerdale and Chemmy Alcott Ski Racer). Tony Hirst from Coronation Street (pictured right) also attended the celeb race.




 


Tulip Radio was delighted to have a chat with UK Number One Singer Chico and former English Rugby Union Player Kieran Bracken during the East of England Show. We also caught up with two X Factor finalists Janet Devlin and Marcus Collins.


X Factor contestant Jamie Archer talks about his experiences with Simon Cowell and the X Factor.









 

Jerry Concessions Manager for Hills Department Store discusses her view on modern fashion.


 

Boston College Business Manager Paul Collins joins us to discuss Boston College and education. 


 

Terry Huggins Chief Executive of South Holland District Council and Chief Executive of Breckland District Council talks about his merged role with Breckland District Council.






 

 
 
Economic Development Manager for South Holland District Council Bruce Wakeling talks about recent happenings at the South Holland District Council, and industrial and economic issues in South Holland.





 

Mark Stanton Economic Development Manager for South Holland District Council, Breckland and Great Yarmouth and Nigel Burch Economic Development Officer for South Holland District Council inform us about the plans for the town centre and other local Council priorities.


 


Neighbourhood Police Inspector Chris Davison and Detective Inspector Dave Rimmer discuss catalytic converter etching and other local issues.
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Amanda Mosek, Principal of Boston College, tells us of their merger with the Red Lion Quarter and the opportunities they have to offer.


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Nick Worth, Deputy Leader of South Holland District Council, discusses their merging of senior management with Great Yarmouth and forthcoming events in the community.




 



Jason Rooke, President of Spalding District and Area Chamber of Commerce and Managing Director of Rooks Pet Products, along with David Norton, Administrator of Spalding District and Area Chamber of Commerce and Chief Executive of Springfields Horticultural Society, talk about local business matters.


David Carter and Nikki Healey give us Information about Lincs Community Active Network.
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Butchers Pride Sausage Competition held at the Sage Restaurant in March 2012. We spoke to George E. Bell, MA, Employer Engagement Manager at Boston College, Terry Wells, President of Spalding and East Elloe Butchers' Association, Nick Richer, butcher at George Adams' and Sons Limited, Charlie Rawlings of The Beeches Bed and Breakfast, John Hayes, Minister of State for Further Education, Skills and Lifelong Learning, Jeremy Ransome, Editor of the Lincolnshire Free Press and Spalding Guardian


Steve Colby tells us about the Radar Challenge.






 





David Walters introduces the Rotary Club Swimarathon.


John Hayes Minister of State for Further Education, Skills and Life Long Learning discusses amongst other things his recent Ministerial trip to China and modern apprenticeships.


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Petronella Keeling talks about her involvement with Action Medical Research.

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Jeremy Ransome speaks about his role as Editor of the Lincolnshire Free Press and Spalding Guardian.






 


Simon Temple and  Matthew Broughton tell us about The Community Health Trust and how you can get involved.



 


Alan Porter, founder of AP Sales, talks about his life and charity work. 


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Mandy North along with Albanian students Osola, Ernesta and their English Teacher Erdita discuss Albania and the Youth in Action Project

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Inspector Chris Davison and Sgt Chrissie Cocks give us information about recent events in and around Spalding.

 

 


Karen Johnson, Sarah Chad and Christina Wright tell us about Fair Trade and South Holland’s aim to become a Fair Trade area.
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Karen Johnson gives advice about planning for the Queens Diamond Jubilee.

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Caroline and Matthew Clark talk about their Business Ventures.


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Rachel Green Celebrity Chef and Champion of the Taste of Lincolnshire.




 

Amanda Mosek talks about her new post as Principal of Boston College.



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Julia Knight and Emily Holmes talk about local History and their roles in the community.

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Phil Read Motorcycle Legend





 


The story of Mick Clarksons Marathon cycle ride to raise money for the British Heart Foundation.



 

 


Chris Carter talks to Martin Tyrrell about his involvment as director of the Bob Larby Comedy Sandcastles.