Lincoln continues to be snubbed by social networking Internet site Facebook. Despite thousands of residents signing up to various campaigns to have the city officially recognised as a group, the site still ignores the requests.

Drinkers who can't get to the seaside this summer needn't worry - one Lincoln bar has created its own urban beach. The Tower Bar, on Brayford Wharf in Lincoln has used 10 tonnes of sand to create a coastal-style scene just metres from Brayford Pool.

Drinkers who can't get to the seaside this summer, needn't worry - one Lincoln bar has created its own urban beach. The Tower Bar, on Brayford Wharf in Lincoln has used 10 tonnes of sand to create a coastal-style scene just metres from Brayford Pool.