AN historical site will bum brightly once more as villagers celebrate the Millennium. Beacon Hill in Bottesford was used for fire beacons as far back as the 16th Century. And for New Year's Eve the beacon will light up the night sky as part of a nationwide chain of beacons to ce
December 31, 1999 - Grantham Journal - Grantham, Lincolnshire, England
Sally Watldn has the measure of the new and aid - with a pound of sausages In one hand and 454 grams in the other. Photo: 4657H13 Not welcome but the time has come SHOPPERS face a bewildering new year as Britain closes the door on centuries of Imperial weights and switches to a m
December 31, 1999 - Grantham Journal - Grantham, Lincolnshire, England
WE are in what are called The Twelve Days of Christmas - a celebratory time going back many centuries and associated with merry-making and old ustoms. In Herefordshire, for instance, there was a tradition of lighting 12 bonfires. representing the 12 apostles, to seure a blessing
December 31, 1999 - Grantham Journal - Grantham, Lincolnshire, England
WASHING clothes will be a way of life for Private Eland, 23, (pictured) who has Just passed out at Prince William of Barracks to join 711 Laundry Sii r " p:rt-tinte soidier. who lives in Aim Park will remain at the barracks as 711 Is one of the few specialist outfits permanently
December 31, 1999 - Grantham Journal - Grantham, Lincolnshire, England
Drama in simon's tomer fiancee makes a now Ills with_ her would- be Stirring Out= 2AO The Women Selut Cowin (111•11). French farce Belly ro n aet a rlieeven Cour&lowan
December 31, 1999 - Grantham Journal - Grantham, Lincolnshire, England
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December 31, 1999 - Grantham Journal - Grantham, Lincolnshire, England