An evening with Gawain Towler and Rupert Matthews
Christmas lights, a full house and two seasoned campaigners — our branch rounded off 2025 with a festive evening of stories, straight talk and questions.
In December 2025, Reform UK Sleaford & North Hykeham welcomed Gawain Towler and Rupert Matthews for an evening with members, supporters and local residents — with the room dressed for Christmas and every row filled.
Gawain, who spent years as Nigel Farage's press chief through the Brexit campaigns, and Rupert, the historian, author and former East Midlands MEP, brought a wealth of experience — and more than a few stories from life behind the scenes in British politics.
Stories, straight talk and questions
Both speakers talked about how far the movement has come, and what it will take to turn support into seats. Then the floor was opened up for questions, with plenty of people keen to have their say.
It was a fitting way to end the year: a room full of people from across the constituency, all wanting the same thing — real change, starting here in Lincolnshire. Bring on 2026.
Thank you
Thank you to Gawain and Rupert for joining us, to everyone who came along to make it such a memorable evening, and to the branch volunteers who organised it.
