ALFORD STORIES

New Perspectives Theatre Company
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New Perspectives in association with Live & Local presents Alford Stories a collection of tales from the historic market town at the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Each episode captures the personality and character of the people as they share with you perspectives of the place they call home. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company, curated by Jayne Williams, audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

Episodes

  1. Episode 8: A Haunting at the Anchor House

    03/13/2025

    Episode 8: A Haunting at the Anchor House

    Anchor Inn proprietors Paul and Nicola turned their once flourishing pub into a thriving bed and breakfast, partly dating back to the1860s. They share tales of hauntings, historic links to the USA, all part of the Alford offer. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in association with Live & Local - collecting stories in the historic market town of Alford, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Features Jayne Williams in conversation with Paul and Nicola, with audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

    19 min
  2. Episode 7: Off to Market

    03/13/2025

    Episode 7: Off to Market

    Sustaining livelihoods and breathing life into the town, Alford market is there to cherish - wet fish to the cabbages, cooked breakfast, sausage rolls and Lincolnshire Plumb bread - fresh produce from the sea and field to table. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in association with Live & Local - collecting stories in the historic market town of Alford, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Features Jayne Williams in conversation with Alford Market traders and customers, with audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

    18 min
  3. Episode 6: Adopting Alford

    03/13/2025

    Episode 6: Adopting Alford

    Heather Iaquaniello moved to Alford from Kent in 2021. From knitting to raising funds to support a local calendar of events, Heather received an Alford welcome from day one in the place she now calls home. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in association with Live & Local - collecting stories in the historic market town of Alford, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Features Jayne Williams in conversation with Heather Iaquaniello, with audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

    11 min
  4. Episode 5: Arresting Alford

    03/13/2025

    Episode 5: Arresting Alford

    In the 18th century Alford was the centre of smuggling. Today Councillor Graham Marsh Leader and Portfolio Holder for Community Safety at East Lindsey District Council, reflects on changes in policing as a former detective. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in association with Live & Local - collecting stories in the historic market town of Alford, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Features Jayne Williams in conversation with Councillor Graham Marsh, with audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

    14 min
  5. Episode 4: Social Sustenance at The Jolly Friar

    03/13/2025

    Episode 4: Social Sustenance at The Jolly Friar

    Rob has served 100s of people over 24 years, he and the Jolly Friar team have time for everyone. A welcoming hub where quality meets affordability, more than just a place for traditional fish and chips. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in association with Live & Local - collecting stories in the historic market town of Alford, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Features Jayne Williams in conversation with Rob and the Jolly Friar team, with audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

    14 min
  6. Episode 3: Purchasing the Corn Exchange for a Pound

    03/13/2025

    Episode 3: Purchasing the Corn Exchange for a Pound

    The Corn Exchange has always been part of Janet Taylor’s life. So in 2013 when faced with the threat of closure she formed a community group to secure the building's future. Here, Janet and Manager Andrew Hill share insights into this 1856 Grade II listed building both past and present. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in association with Live & Local - collecting stories in the historic market town of Alford, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Features Jayne Williams in conversation with Andrew Hill and Janet Taylor, with audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

    15 min
  7. Episode 2: 88 Keys, 5 Sails and a Fire

    03/13/2025

    Episode 2: 88 Keys, 5 Sails and a Fire

    When Doug retired as fire brigade commander he and classical trained pianist Julia relocated from Hertfordshire to Alford to retire and have a quiet life – but that couldn’t be further from reality... Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in association with Live & Local - collecting stories in the historic market town of Alford, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Features Jayne Williams in conversation with Doug and Julia Robinson, with audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

    17 min
  8. Episode 1: Alford to Skegness

    03/13/2025

    Episode 1: Alford to Skegness

    Take a ride with ACE Taxis' driver Sarah Farfield as she shares a fascinating insight into local connections to the Vikings, Lord Tennyson and Sir James Dyson along the A1028. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in association with Live & Local - collecting stories in the historic market town of Alford, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Features Jayne Williams in conversation with Sarah Farfield, with audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

    10 min
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About

New Perspectives in association with Live & Local presents Alford Stories a collection of tales from the historic market town at the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Each episode captures the personality and character of the people as they share with you perspectives of the place they call home. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company, curated by Jayne Williams, audio post-production by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

Information

  • Creator
    New Perspectives Theatre Company
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © New Perspectives Theatre Company 2025
  • Show Website
    ALFORD STORIES