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Newark’s first ever female mace-bearer shares her story

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Do you know what a mace is? And just what it is a mace-bearer does?

Here in the UK they both date back to the Middle Ages when, according to Wikipedia, maces “began as lethal weapons of medieval knights in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales”.

Obviously they aren’t used for that these days but they’re often an important part of ceremonial events in cities and towns across the country, including right here in Newark…

And Nicky Bosworth, who until earlier this year regularly walked in front of the Town Mayor carrying the Newark mace, will be in the studio with June in the second hour of Girls Around Town next Sunday to share her story.

Search ‘mace-bearers’ online and you’ll see it’s becoming increasingly common for women to hold the title these days but Nicky has the honour of being the first – and so far the only – female mace-bearer in Newark.

And, even more amazingly, she was the town’s longest-serving one ever, having carried out the role for more than 20 years!

Make sure you Put On Your Sunday Best from just after 11am next weekend by tuning in to 107.8FM or listening on the apps, on Alexa or online to hear Nicky explain how and why she took on that role, sharing details of some of the ceremonies she’s been involved in since she first stepped out, mace in hand…

Including the one that saw her making an unexpected comeback just a couple of months ago!

From fashion to funerals revisited

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Hard to believe it’s been almost two years since Mandy Moran first joined June on air to talk about her plans for a major career change…

But after a brief encounter while out shopping recently, followed by a more leisurely coffee catch up a few days later. the two of them are back together again for this week’s Girls Around Town!

Mandy will be live in the studio during the second hour of the show, reminding listeners what inspired her to make the switch from fashion to funerals in late 2020 and sharing the story of her journey from one to the other.

It’s a journey that’s taken her through lockdowns and restrictions but now that’s all a thing of the past she’s looking forward to continuing to build her business as a civil celebrant, guiding clients through the planning of funerals, weddings and naming ceremonies before going on to write and perform them for families and friends with love and respect.

Don’t forget to Put On Your Sunday Best on 107.8FM, on the apps, on Alexa or online from just after 11am this weekend for this latest catch up with Mandy…

Living just a few minutes’ walk away from the Radio Newark studio, she’s bound to be bang on time so make sure you are too!!

It’s good to grow

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Just a few weeks now till the Belvoir Castle Flower & Garden Show is back…

And organiser Andy Tudbury is back too, on Girls Around Town this weekend, with details of what to expect from a event that’s been growing bigger and better since its debut four years ago almost to the day!

Andy will be live in the studio with June in the first hour of the show to share the latest news about this year’s festival, which takes place in the grounds of Belvoir Castle on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 July,

Perhaps you’re already a keen gardener searching for inspiration from some of the stunning show borders and gardens brought to Lincolnshire by award-winning designers who will once again be battling it out to win the coveted Duchess of Rutland Trophy?

Maybe you’re new to gardening and want ideas on how to turn a neglected space into a flower-filled spot to enjoy with family and friends?

Or you’ve a question for one of the well-known specialists and experts on the talks stage?

You’ll find all this and more in the beautiful grounds of Belvoir Castle, along with garden sculptures, furniture and tools among the items on sale, together with live music and a range of food and refreshments to enjoy too.

Make sure you’re listening on 107.8FM, on the apps or online from just after 10.20am to hear what Andy has to say about this year’s show…

And in the meantime, if you want to book your tickets for a great day out, you can follow this link to do just that!