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ecember is one of those months when time seems to speed up and everything is a bit of a blur.

There’s so much to do and with planning, shopping and entertaining taking up most of our time we need all the help we can get in the festive build up which is why this month Places & Faces includes a comprehensive guide to shopping for the perfect gift, a full index of Christmas shows and Pantomimes in the area plus recipes from top local chefs that will add a special extra something to your Christmas menus.

For the foodies among you we’re also profiling two new recipe books, with firm roots in the county, that will make great gifts on the Big Day plus Rob Chase gives us his wine recommendations to help the celebrations along.

Christmas wouldn’t be complete without some sweet treats and we’ve been out and about tasting some of the finest chocolates available - hand-made in Suffolk.

So with all this frantic activity the norm for most households spare a thought for Rev. David Murdoch. With responsibility of 18 churches he surely has one of the busiest jobs at this time of year. Read about how he juggles the needs of his many parishes on pages 26 and 27.

Also this month we’ve visited a school near Sproughton, run by the Dame Vera Lynn Trust, helping physically disabled pre-school children to develop skills for life.

As ever we have our regular fashion, gardening, Homes & Interiors pages plus some stunning Suffolk properties for sale.

A very Merry Christmas to all our readers

Anne Gould

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Features

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HANDMADE SUFFOLK CHOCOLATES The ultimate sweet treat for Christmas

THE DAME VERA LYNN TRUST IN SUFFOLK Helping physically handicapped toddlers and pre-school children

THE PLACES&FACES CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

BOOKS Festive reading ideas inspired by our readers

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REV. DAVID MURDOCH A busy Vicar with a very busy schedule!

Major Philip Hope-Cobbold of Glemham Hall on life in his historic Suffolk home

REGULARS

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SUFFOLK IN BRIEF

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WHAT’S ON

14 pages of inspiration of what to give the ones you love most

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MY SUFFOLK

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News from around the county

Your complete guide to where to go and what to see in Suffolk this December

MINI PREVIEWS Pantomimes and Christmas Shows plus the first events of the Britten Centenary celebrations at Aldeburgh and Snape

FASHION Christmas gift ideas for the fashion conscious

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FOOD AND DRINK

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INTERIORS

Great Christmas recipes from popular Suffolk chefs, seasonal wine choices, ideas for eating out plus previews of two new Suffolk recipe books

Our guide to a candlelit Christmas

GARDENING Foliage to brighten and decorate your home

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PROPERTY

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MOTORS

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A selection of our county’s finest homes for sale

Safety tips for driving in the dark

Highlights from Suffolk’s social calendar

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SWEET

TREATS

If you love fine chocolate the Christmas season is the perfect excuse to indulge.

Ahead of the December rush Anne Gould met three Suffolk chocolatiers here’s chocolate and there’s fine chocolate and according to the experts they are pretty much like chalk and cheese.

Apparently it’s all to do with the sugar content, the percentage of cocoa solids and even the temperature at which the cocoa beans were roasted.

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Taste comes into it too – like purveyors of fine wines a real connoisseur will be able to detect hints of blackberry, apricot and other flavours. Quite simply it will be, as one expert explained, “chocolaty chocolate.”

Not that this will necessarily stop chocoholics from having to make late night dashes down to the candy store, but if you do

it’s probably with the knowledge that what you’ll be buying is not quite the same as eating the real thing.

At Christmas though fine chocolates are perhaps the ultimate foodie gift which is why Places & Faces has sought out three local chocolate specialists.

Suffolk People | Chocolatiers

Cocoa Mama

Eye

f you love fast cars and a jet set lifestyle Helen Fraser’s former life as a motoring journalist for the Daily Telegraph and TV’s Top Gear might sound like the ultimate dream.

There was a time when she was always on a plane going from one job to another, Jeremy Clarkson was a colleague and work was hard but fun.

Times change though and three years ago she decided to pursue her passion for chocolate from her home in Eye and Cocoa Mama has grown from there.

“I am a firm believer that if you are going to eat something that’s not supposed to be good for you then you should have small quantities but of the very best quality.”

So, for Helen, low fat products from the supermarket don’t make the cut along with commercially made chocolate or anything which has extra preservatives or additives.

Her passion for the very best has meant that she’s not only carefully selected her ingredients from some of the best sources in the world but she makes all her own truffles and pralines by hand – using old-fashioned techniques too.

“My chocolate is ethically sourced from Belgium, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and Ghana.”

It’s time consuming and fastidious but she says food that has been created with love simply tastes different.

In fact there’s nothing she likes better than spending her evenings working on a new recipe or a seasonally flavoured chocolate.

Currently she has more than 20 recipes on the menu but is coming up with more ideas all the time.

For Bonfire Night she developed a toffee

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apple chocolate and December means producing chocolate cupids and angels for the tree in addition to Christmas pudding and gingerbread cream chocolates.

As she’s passionate about Suffolk, Helen has also gone to a lot of trouble to create Suffolk flavoured chocolates too.

“I was very lucky to work with the famous Belgian chocolatier, Jean-Pierre Wybauw, who helped me develop recipes for my Suffolk ale, Suffolk honey and Suffolk chilli chocolates.”

Other local flavours on her chocolate menu include raspberry, apple, lavender and strawberry with champagne.

In addition Helen produces artisan chocolate using a 65% dark chocolate, called Oxanti, from Ecuador beans, which is gently processed to retain more natural antioxidants than red wine and green tea.

“Cocoa is full of all the nutritional values you’d expect from a plant food. It is only through heavy processing that nutrients are lost,” she explained.

Oxanti is processed in a very gentle manner to retain more of the cocoa’s powerful antioxidants known as flavonoids.

Customers come regularly from across Suffolk and from Essex and Norfolk too but she knows her chocolates have been taken as far afield as Spain, Finland, France and Greece.

Cocoa Mama is a growing business – to start with Helen made her chocolates on her Aga at home and sold them at farmers markets but now she has her own Chocolatier shop in Eye High Street, which sells coffee and cakes too.

However she’s eager to share her knowledge – she’s already teaching her staff and is looking to start courses for local people too.

and Snape Farmers Market word has got out.

There’s been a request from La Fromagerie, Snape in Marylebone – one of the best cheese ran Abrams simply can’t make enough shops in the land – for supplies for Christmas.

“They’ll get a couple of dozen boxes and of her sea salt chocolate caramels so that’s all they can have – because that’s all I if you happen to get a box under the Christmas tree, Santa has looked very can make.”

Fran makes all her caramels and truffles in kindly on you indeed. her kitchen at Snape with ingredients that Quite simply these caramels are so she and her husband Phil have either grown amazingly delicious that once you’ve tasted in their garden, on the allotment or sourced one, no other chocolate will ever taste the in the village. same again.

Of course she has to buy the chocolate and Little wonder then that all her caramels are some other key ingredients in – and only snapped up as soon as they go on sale and although she only sells at Pump Street Bakery the very best will do with cream from Mary in Orford, Lawsons Delicatessan in Aldeburgh Bell in Halesworth and Malden Sea Salt for

For more information www.cocoamama.co.uk

the caramels.

It all started, she said because they keep bees (hence the company name) and had a lot of honey, which needed to be used.

“I found a recipe in a Gordon Ramsey book for wild honey truffles and then someone gave us a box of caramels from America and so I thought I’d try making chocolates with our honey.”

After a training course at Slattery in Manchester her repertoire expanded so today her truffle selection extends to chilli and lime, grown in her own garden, blackcurrant from the allotment, lavender, lemon and thyme.

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Because truffles really need nuts they are thinking of planting some cobnut trees for the future.

Fran says she’s quite passionate about her chocolate making – but then she loves all her jobs – she works for Radio Four, the University of Essex and writes freelance for The Guardian as well.

“In this area we have such fantastic local food and so many people doing great things and I have a yen to be part of that in an involved way.”

Currently she says her chocolate production is quite low tech – she has an electric bain marie and uses a large kitchen mixer and a couple of other simple tools.

If it were to expand she’d have to mechanise some of the processes and she’s not quite sure about that right now.

Mind you, Fran's always thinking ahead and pondering her next project – “Maybe next year it will be quince jellies or even Suffolk Turkish delight,” she says.

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MARIMBA

Sudbury

orn out of a frustration of not being able to find a decent cup of hot chocolate, Marimba in Sudbury is a chocolatier whose operation is starting to spread far and wide.

There’s a café just off the high street and a dedicated sweet and chocolate store opposite.

There are 60 or more outlets across the country that have signed up to Marimba's Hot Chocolate melt products (where you get a bar of the very best chocolate in every cup) and when I recently visited the shop a customer called in with a special request to buy a box of hand-made truffles for his daughter, who lives in Vietnam.

In fact Marimba’s reputation has spread not just to customers in Suffolk and Essex but right across the world too.

Brad Wright says his parents Jackie and David started the business in 2008 because of their love of hot chocolate and they now employ two specially trained chocolatiers who work on a range of products.

Brad says everything is made on the premises – in a small humidity and temperature controlled kitchen, because chocolate is notoriously hard to work with.

The weather can make a huge difference to how it behaves and despite all their precautions sometimes if it’s raining outside

they can lose a whole days work.

Of course truffles and the like are not necessarily an everyday purchase but for connoisseurs Marimba has bars of single estate chocolate from Venezuala, Ecquador, the Dominican Republic and Africa.

There’s chocolate with a dizzying number of flavours and cocoa solid percentages – not just dark, white or milk but popping candy, coffee, whisky and ginger too.

With Christmas the busiest time of the year there are also all sorts of lollies and decorations for the tree and children’s stockings.

Brad says they’ve gone to huge lengths to make sure that all additional decorations and piping are made from cocoa butter of the same high quality as all the products they use.

When it comes to truffles Marimba favours Belgian chocolate. “We started off with four different sorts but have added more because of customer requests.”

So now they have 12 in their own selection but also buy in handmade chocolates from other small manufacturers in Suffolk to extend the range.

FOR MORE INFORMATION www.marimbaworld.com

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Suffolk in brief is best placed to provide early detection of tree pests and diseases. Attending a Tree Health Summit the CLA said private foresters would be able to help support government action more effectively if they were engaged earlier in the fight.

CLA Suffolk Chairman Graham Downing, who has discovered diseased ash trees on his land at Chediston near Halesworth, commented: “This is a dreadful disease which has the capacity to change the face of our countryside, and for those who have done their best to improve the environment by planting trees, the prospect is heart breaking. If we are to prevent our ash trees Andrew Wills, a former Woodbridge Suffolk going the same way as our elms, then it is school student, chosen as one of the top absolutely essential that everyone plays four school-age computer programmers their part. I would urge anybody who is in the country, representing Great Britain walking in woodlands or along footpaths in a prestigious international computer where there are ash trees to follow the programming competition, has won advice of the Forestry Commission and The New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich received a bronze medal. Andrew, who is now to thoroughly clean their shoes or boots the Most Welcoming Theatre Award at studying mathematics at Oxford, achieved when they get home in order to minimise the annual TMA (Theatrical Management a score of 92pc to qualify - the highest mark the risk of moving the spores of this deadly Association) Theatre Awards UK. Theatre in the qualifying round, beating over 750 fungus around the countryside. If you own Awards UK are given to honour creative students from 150 schools taking part in land with ash trees on it, whether it is a excellence and the outstanding work seen the first stages of the competition. Three of woodland or simply a small garden, then on stages throughout England, Scotland, the four-strong team were awarded medals familiarise yourself with the symptoms by Wales and Northern Ireland. The Most including one silver medal and two bronze, looking at the Forestry Commission website Welcoming Theatre Award recognises the including Andrew’s. Jim Hillman, head of (forestry.gov.uk/chalara) and go out and New Wolsey’s achievement in customer computing at Woodbridge School, said: “We check your trees immediately.” relations and services both front-of-house are very proud to be one of the few schools and backstage, including the development in the country whose pupil was chosen to Suffolk has made an emphatic step forward and implementation of access policies. represent Great Britain in this prestigious in its bid to tackle the stigma associated In accepting the award, Chair of the New competition. We are extremely proud of with mental health. As part of a cross-county Wolsey Board David Edwards, said; “It is Andrew’s accomplishment, it is a reflection initiative, Suffolk people walked through the an honour to accept this reward on behalf of his great commitment and we wish him doors of University Campus Suffolk in Ipswich of the staff and management of the New every success in the future.” to pledge their support in tackling mental Wolsey Theatre. At the New Wolsey there health stigma at a unique wellbeing event. is genuine investment in giving every The Woodbridge Wine Company, along with The event at UCS linked to a partner event audience member an experience to cherish, selected suppliers, held a preview evening at St which was held simultaneously at The Forum on and off stage. This ideology emanates Mary’s church hall in Woodbridge. The evening, in Norwich. Staged by Norfolk and Suffolk from Chief Executive Sarah Holmes and which gave customers a chance to sample and NHS Foundation Trust, the event, labelled Artistic Director Peter Rowe and is central to evaluate a series of new wines, was held in ‘Wellbeing Wednesday’, saw dozens of the the way the theatre operates at every level. support of the St Elizabeth Hospice and raised region’s healthcare organisations involved, and This award recognises and applauds the over £200 on the night for the charity. To see many hours of advice and practical support efforts of every single member of the team photographs of the evening visit offered to the community. Visitors also had the including our volunteer ushers. Thank you www.placesandfaces.co.uk/woodbridgewines. chance to speak confidentially to mental health all for being the best at what you do. I’m experts and meet representatives from local very proud of you all.”

In response to the outbreak of ash tree organisations and support groups. For more disease rural landowners’ organisation, information on local support for mental health The Royal Hospital School Choir was again the Country Land and Business Association issues visit www.nwmhft.nhs.uk. this year invited to sing at the annual Festival (CLA), has said the private forestry sector The Suffolk Foundation has recently launched the ‘Surviving Winter Appeal’ to help put a stop to fuel poverty among the elderly in Suffolk.

It is the second year for the appeal which works in partnership with Age UK Suffolk and encourages those that are able to do so to donate their winter fuel payment to a fund that supports those that are experiencing fuel poverty hardship. Thanks to the support of the public last year’s campaign was a huge success with a total of £55,000 raised. This money was given as grants to older people in need in Suffolk to help them keep warm over the winter. If you would like to donate your Winter Fuel Payment or make a donation, please call The Suffolk Foundation directly on 01473 602602 or for further information visit The Suffolk Foundation’s website, www. suffolkfoundation.org.uk. To donate online visit: www.localgiving.com/suffolksurvivingwinter.

of Remembrance, at the Royal Albert Hall, in honour of those who have given their lives in the Service of their country. Peter Crompton, Director of Music and accompanying organist, comments “Members of the Royal Hospital School Choir are no strangers to the Royal Albert Hall – they have been invited to sing at this event on a number of other occasions and in 2010 they were chosen by acclaimed composer and conductor, John Rutter CBE, to join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra here for his Christmas Celebration. It is, however, always such an honour and an experience the choir (and Staff) will cherish.”

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WHAT’S ON December 1 The apex, Bury St Edmunds, 7.30pm BBC Suffolk Carol Concert The annual BBC Suffolk Children in Need Carol Concert with around 65 musicians (including the Suffolk Sinfonia) and 140 singers (including the Bury Bach Choir). The musical highlights of the concert are broadcast at Christmas on BBC Suffolk.

Tickets: £12/£8 Box Office: 01284 758000 www.theapex.co.uk

Britten Studio, Snape, 4pm Aldeburgh Music Club Choir: Handel 'Messiah' Edmond Fivet conductor, Zoe Brown soprano, Richard Wilberforce counter tenor, David Webb tenor, Matthew Kellett bass Tickets: £25, £20, £16, £12 Box Office: 01728 687110 www.aldeburgh.co.uk

St Edmund’s Church, Southwold, 7.30 pm Southwold Concert Series Christmas Concerts, Choral Extravaganza – Handel’s Messiah, performed by Saint Felix Choral Society.

Tickets from Halcyon Meldrum at Spring, 4 Church Street, Southwold.

Box Office: 01502 726161 E: halcyon.meldrum@springagency.co.uk www.southwoldconcertseries.co.uk

St Peter’s by the Waterfront, Ipswich, 7pm St Peter's Band Christmas Concert Tickets: £6 Box Office: 01473 225269 E: manager@stpetersbythewaterfront.com

St Mary’s Church, Woodbridge, 6pm Woodbridge Choral Society The programme will mark the centenary of

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Benjamin Britten’s birth, featuring his Ceremony of Carols, along with Haydn’s St Nicholas Mass and an assortment of Christmas carols. Andrew Leach will conduct the concert.

Information: 01394 389366

St Michaels Rooms, Framlingham, 10am to 4pm Festive Craft & Gift Fayre With over 25 stalls our craft fairs at Framlingham offer you the opportunity to explore a beautiful selection of handmade crafts and foods from the local area.

Entry: Free, however donations to Macmillan Cancer Support will be gratefully accepted.

Information: 01728 604138 www.eventree.co.uk

Holbrook Village Hall, 10.30am to 2.30pm RSPCA Christmas Fair Stalls, refreshments, raffle and tombola.

Information: 01473 327993 E: sue.southgate@unicombox.com Hamilton Road Felixstowe, 10am-5pm Christmas Craft Market Browse the stalls, visit Santa in his grotto and enjoy live music and entertainment with the grand finale of the Christmas lights switch on at 5pm.

Farmers Markets Stradbroke Business & Enterprise College, 9am-1pm Beccles Beccles Heliport, 9am-1pm Metfield Village Hall, 9am - 12 noon Snape Maltings, 9.30am-1pm December 1 -2 Assington Village Hall, 10am to 3pm Christmas Craft Fair Craft Fair with quality, unique and locally crafted gifts. Teas, coffees and home-made cakes for sale.

Entry: Free with donations to SESAW (Local Animal Charity) Information: Debra Johnson 01787 880366 E: assingtonbarn@hotmail.co.uk

December 1-4 St Mary-le-Tower Church, Tower Street, Ipswich, 10am-6pm Christmas Tree Festival Due to normal Sunday services opening times

on December 2 are 12.30pm to 6pm with Songs of Praise amongst the Trees at 6.30pm Lunchtime Concert on December 4 therefore Festival closed from 1-2pm Entry: £2 for adults, children under 14 free

Dec 1 - January 5 St Peter and St Mary's Parish Church, Stowmarket, 10am -4pm daily Stowmarket Christmas Tree Festival Over 230 Christmas trees in a spectacular display beautifully decorated by local groups, schools and organisations. Coach parties welcome.

Entry: Free although donations very welcome.

Information: 01449 774652 or 01449 678623

December 1, 8 and 15 Mannings, Felixstowe, 10am-3pm Christmas Fair.

Browse the craft and food stalls and visit Santa in his grotto. All the little shops at Mannings will be open too. www.manningsamusements.co.uk December 1-22 Blackthorpe Barn Every December, the historic barn is transformed into a Christmas and craft lovers delight, attracting visitors from across the country. Café and shop plus delicious homemade refreshments, mincepies and cakes.

December 1-2, 8-9 and 15-16 Christmas Crafts December 1-22 Famous Rougham Estate Christmas Trees www.blackthorpebarn.com

December 1-31 New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich Sleeping Beauty, Rock n Roll pantomime (See Christmas Shows and pantomimes p20 – 22) Box Office: 01473 295900 www.wolseytheatre.co.uk

Sir John Mills Theatre, Ipswich Eastern Angles, Dial M for Murgatroid (See Christmas Shows and pantomimes p20 – 22) Box Office: 01473 211498 www.easternangles.co.uk

Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds Rapunzel and the Rascal Prince (See Christmas Shows and pantomimes

What’s On p20 – 22) Box Office: 01284 769505 www.theatreroyal.org

packed with timeless classics, rockabilly, gospel, country, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll, all interwoven with Joe’s effervescent delivery and humorous reminiscences.

Tickets: £22.50 Box Office: 01284 758000 www.theapex.co.uk

December 7 Chelsworth Church, 3pm to 8pm Chelsworth Christmas Fair Entry: £3 (includes a glass of mulled wine) Information: Peter Probert at peterprobert@btconnect.com

Aldeburgh Parish Church, 7.30pm December 2 Aldeburgh Voices: A Christmas Sequence of The apex, Bury St Edmunds, 7.30pm Britten’s carols Lucy Parham: Rêverie (See mini preview) Celebrating the 150th anniversary of Claude Tickets: £13, £10, £6 Debussy, pianist Lucy Parham is joined by www.aldeburgh.co.uk Brendan Coyle (Mr Bates in Downton Abbey) as we follow Debussy’s complex intellectual and December 7-12 emotional life, which included an entangled Mercury Theatre, Colchester love life, illicit trysts in Jersey, a brush with Jack and the Beanstalk a revolver and even a suicide attempt. This (See Christmas Shows and pantomimes narrative is punctuated with solo piano p20 – 22) works including the much-loved Clair de Lune, Box office: 01206 573948 Reverie and The Girl with the Flaxen Hair. www.mercurytheatre.co.uk Tickets: £16/£12

Box Office: 01284 758000 December 8 www.theapex.co.uk Woodbridge Shire Hall and Market Hill, 10am

to 4pm December 4 –January 13 Woodbridge Festive Market Christchurch Mansion, Ipswich A festive feast of traders selling individually Red Rose Chain, The Magic Fishbone produced, handmade and unusual gift ideas (See Christmas Shows and pantomimes all lining up alongside local food and drink p20 – 22) producers selling seasonal fare. Over 50 traders Box office: 01473 603388 will pack out the town’s historic Market Hill and www.redrosechain.com Shire Hall surrounding the annual Christmas tree to offer relaxed festive shopping with a difference. www.debenevents.com

Farmers Markets Halesworth Town Centre 9am – 1pm Woodbridge Community Centre, 9am-1pm

Lavenham Tourist Information Centre, 4.30pm Lavenham Christmas Lantern Walk As part of Lavenham's Christmas Festival, this December 6 tour takes you around the streets of medieval The apex, Bury St Edmunds, 7.30pm Lavenham, your guides who are in costume Joe Brown will tell you of Christmases past finishing with Rock ‘n’ roll legend Joe Brown goes from mulled wine and mince pies. strength to strength; his ‘Very Best Of’ album Tickets: Please book in advance - Adults £10 achieved a Gold Record and was in the UK Children (aged 5-14yrs) £5 charts for eight weeks, his 50th anniversary was Bookings: 01787 248207 celebrated with a sell-out show at the Royal

Albert Hall and he recently received an MBE Henley Community Centre, Nr Ipswich, 7.30pm and MOJO magazine’s coveted Outstanding Christmas Music through the Ages Contribution To Music Award. This show is An evening of seasonal music from the past to

the present in aid of St Peter’s Church Henley.

Music from two visiting choirs: Octave and Funky Voices, plus our own resident local singing group. Arrive early and sample a festival of traditional Christmas food, including Mulled Wine.

Tickets: Adults £5 Children and Concessions £3 Box Office: 01473 831465 (Margaret Gerrard) E: henleycommunitycentre@googlemail.com

St Edmund’s Church, Southwold, 7.30pm Southwold Concert Series Christmas Concerts Cabaret Extravaganza – opera arias, musicals, jazz, Gilbert and Sullivan, and a feast of Christmas song, performed by west end stars.

Tickets from Halcyon Meldrum at Spring, 4 Church Street, Southwold.

Box Office: 01502 726161 E: halcyon.meldrum@springagency.co.uk www.southwoldconcertseries.co.uk

Snape Maltings Concert Hall, 7.30pm Britten Centenary: A Ceremony of Carols (See mini preview) Tickets £22, £19, £16, £13, £10 www.aldeburgh.co.uk

St. John the Baptist Church, Needham Market, 7.30pm Prelude to Christmas Suffolk Singers, directed by Claire Weston, will perform Christmas favourites in a concert to fundraise for heating in Bramford Church.

Tickets: £8 (includes seasonal refreshments) Booking: 01449 720316 or 01473 635525

December 8 and 9 Red House Yards, Thornham Magna Christmas Festival Will include crafts, gifts, food & drink, Christmas trees and holly wreaths, hot chestnuts and mulled wine. Saturday: Carol singers & Nativity corner. Sunday 2pm: Gislingham Silver Band. www.redhouseyards.com

December 8 and 22 RSPB Minsmere, 9.30am (2.5 - 3 hours) Weekend wildlife walk Join us for a seasonal weekend walk to look for breeding birds, flowers, insects, migrants, wintering ducks and a host of other wildlife highlights that may be present at the time. www.rspb.org.uk

December 9 The Spa Pavilion, 2.30pm Musical Highlights for All Tastes!

With Ipswich Gilbert and Sullivan Society, an accomplished group of soloists and chorus singing everything from Bach to The Beatles. In aid of Felixstowe Citizen's Advice Bureau Box Office: 01394 282126

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Fore Street, Ipswich, 10am-4pm Christmas Market Jewellery, fashion accessories, handbags, clothes, cheeses, breads, olives, fudge, liquorices, sweets, Indian cuisine, hog roast, mulled wine, Christmas decorations, cards, crafts, flowers and entertainment.

Information: 07731 991669 E: jay@ipswichevents.co.uk

Ipswich Waterfront, 11am Santa Run in aid of EACH Sponsored run of 1.5km & 3km around the Waterfront starting and finishing at Dance East.

Entry: £10 Adult, £5 under 13's Information: 01223 205180 www.each.org.uk December 10 The apex, Bury St Edmunds, 8pm Norma Waterson & Eliza Carthy Doyenne of the English folk scene, Norma

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Waterson has one of the strongest and truest voices that contemporary folk music has ever produced. She is joined by daughter, singer & fiddle player, Eliza Carthy, winner of numerous BBC Folk Awards. With their rich, distinctive and authentic voices, mother and daughter have effortlessly engaged new audiences and admirers across two generations.

Tickets: £19 Box Office: 01284 758000 www.theapex.co.uk December 12-23 Jerwood Dance House, Ipswich BBE: The Return, Boy Blue Entertainment (See Christmas Shows and pantomimes p20 – 22) www.danceeast.co.uk

December 14 St Peter’s by the Waterfront, Ipswich, 7.45pm Gipping Valley Stompers Jazz by the Waterfront evenings allow you to sit back and relax to jazz sounds in an intimate club atmosphere. Bring your own alcohol, teas and coffees available.

Tickets: £10 Information: 01473 225269 E: manager@stpetersbythewaterfront.com Southwold Farmers Market

Adnams Cellar and Kitchen Store, 9am-12:30pm

December 14-23 Snape Maltings Co-op Juniors Christmas Spectacular (See Christmas Shows and pantomimes p20 – 22) Box office: 01728 687110 www.coopjuniors.co.uk

December 15 Farmers Markets Harkstead Village Hall, 9am - 12 noon Aldeburgh Church Hall, 9am -12.30 Beccles Heliport, 9am-1pm Debenham Community Centre, 9am-1pm

December 16 Greshams Sports Club, Tuddenham Road, Ipswich, 7pm Charity Christmas Quiz Night Organised by The Hearing Care Centre Ltd in aid of Children In Need. Teams for the quiz can include between 4 - 6 members. Winners will take home a top prize of an amazing £200!

Entry: £3per person (mince pies included) Booking: Call Matthew at The Hearing Care Centre 01473 230330 www.hearingcarecentre.co.uk/quiz

What’s On Father Christmas sails into Snape Maltings www.snapemaltings.co.uk

December 17 St Mary’s Church, Woodbridge, 7.30pm Bands Christmas Concert with Woodbridge Choral Society Information: 01394 389366 E: shsieverts@aol.com

December 18 The apex, Bury St Edmunds, 8pm Maddy Prior & The Carnival Band A unique celebratory show of Christmas music, mixing renaissance, modern and ethnic instruments with a refreshing cavalier attitude and plenty of humour.

Tickets: £19 Box Offixce: 01284 758000 www.theapex.co.uk

December 27-29 December 21 Henley Community Centre Southwold Farmers Market Adnams Cellar and Kitchen Store, 9am-12:30pm The Henley Players present Cinderella After last year’s success this is a pantomime not to be missed. Written & produced by Tom Pike.

December 21-30 Tickets: Adults £6, Under 16's & concessions £3, Ipswich Regent Family of 4 £15 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs E: henleypanto2012@gmail.com (See Christmas Shows and pantomimes p20 – 22) December 31- January 1 Box Office: 01473 433100 New Year's Eve at The Anchor www.ipswichregent.com Walberswick

Family Dinner Celebration 6pm.

December 22 Fireworks and Carriages at 8.15pm Farmers markets Second sitting 9pm, adults only.

Easton Easton Farm Park, 9am-1pm 4 course dinner, fireworks at midnight.

Southwold, The Pier, 9am-1pm Please call 01502 722112 to book.

Woodbridge Community Centre, 9am-1pm www.anchoratwalberswick.com Snape Maltings, 9.30-1pm @AnchoratWalbers

New Year's Day December 22 - January 6 Enjoy Sophie's pop-up street food from 12 Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe noon. Hearty food after a New Year's brisk walk Aladdin on the beach (See Christmas Shows and pantomimes p20 – 22) Box office: 01394 282126 Do you have an event you would like us to list? Please email details to www.spapavilion.org editor@achievemoremedia.co.uk.

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OH YES IT IS! Pantomime and Christmas Show season is upon us and if you haven’t booked your seats yet Anne Gould looks at seasonal theatre treats in store

e might know the jokes and be familiar with the script but pantomime manages to do its magic every year for theatre audiences across the country.

In Suffolk we are blessed with a great number of traditional Christmas shows by both professional and amateur companies so there’s plenty of opportunities for an outing. Of course the great thing about pantomime is that it appeals to young and old alike and provides a great opportunity for grandparents to treat the next generation to their first trip to the theatre. Here’s the Places&Faces guide to pantomimes and Christmas shows in Suffolk.

New Wolsey Theatre Sleeping Beauty 22 November to 26 January The ever-popular rock’n’roll panto will have you tapping your feet and perhaps even singing along to any number of rock classics.

Once again writer Peter Rowe has come up with a winning formula thanks to a highly talented cast of actor musicians.

This year in Sleeping Beauty, King

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Candlestick Camelot is all of a dither. The Wicked Witch Morgana has put a curse on his little baby daughter and he needs all the help he can get.

So he summons the fabulous Fairy Fanciful, her tomboy assistant Frederica, and his unlikely district nurse - the outrageous, enormous Dame Taffeta Trott.

Can they foil Morgana’s evil plan to make her son Mordred King? Will Princess Susie stick with her childhood sweetheart, Simon Steadfast, or fall for Mordred’s smarmy charm? As the fairies face off and the rival suitors shoot it out, Dame Taffy has eyes only for the King’s Crown Jewels.

Songs include Celebration, Don’t Leave Me This Way, Wake Up Little Susie, The Shoop Shoop Song, Hey Baby, Wake Me Up Before You Go Go and many, many more, all played live by the multi-talented cast.

The company includes a number of very popular faces including Will Kenning who is back to play the dame for the third year running.

“It’s the highlight of my year. I simply can’t wait. I love New Wolsey audiences because they get really into it and every show is different,” says Will.

Peter Manchester, who has just played

Cyril in Mods and Rox at the New Wolsey will be back to play Simon Steadfast and Sarah Mahoney who previously played the Princess in Aladdin returns to play Fredrica.

Rob Salmon directs again this year. Set and costume design is by Diego Pitarch, Ben Goddard is musical director and Ally Holmes, who appeared as Cinderella in the very first rock ‘n’ roll panto at the New Wolsey in 2001, is back as choreographer this year.

Box Office: 01473 295900 www.wolseytheatre.co.uk Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds Rapunzel and the Rascal Prince 1 December to 13 January The country has run out of herbs. Out of desperation the beautiful Rapunzel's father sneaks into Ragwort the witch's herb-garden but he is caught! She threatens the village with immediate extinction unless they give her their daughter. What should they do?

Who can save Rapunzel?

The only people around to help are bonkers Hyacinth Horseradish and a wise old owl called Sage.

With tears and tantrums, Rapunzel goes with the witch who locks her up in a tower without a door forever and ever. The only

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way to reach her is by climbing up her extremely long hair. Years and years pass by with mother and father getting sadder and sadder, the witch getting badder and badder and Hyacinth Horseradish getting madder and madder. But one day the handsome Prince Rapscallion rides by and hears Rapunzel singing from her tower, and from this moment the world will never be the same again...

Box Office: 01284 769505 www.theatreroyal.org Eastern Angles: Dial M for Murgatroyd Sir John Mills Theatre, Gatacre Road, Ipswich 1 December to 12 January Seckford Theatre, Burkitt Road, Woodbridge 15 January to 26 January Regional touring theatre Eastern Angles has earned national renown for the high standard of it’s work and it’s traditional Christmas production is no exception.

This year the company is celebrating its 25th festive production with a murder mystery - Dial M for Murgatroyd – which as you might expect has a certain je ne sais quoi.

Directed by Eastern Angles’ regular Christmas writing team, Julian Harries and Pat Whymark, Dial M for Murgatroyd is a country house murder mystery spoof with music, physical comedy and lots of local East Anglian inspired gags.

As ever it promises to be the usual anarchic affair. Described as an alternative to the traditional Christmas panto, Dial M for Murgatroyd takes an irreverent look at the world of British butlers, toffee-nosed landed gentry and Agatha Christie-style lady detectives.

Characters include the pompous Major Fitzall, his batty bohemian wife, their spineless son, domineering daughter and of course, Miss Murgatroyd the lady detective with a shrewd eye, a perceptive mouth, an astute nose and an enormous stash of depilatory cream!

Things take a turn for the weird when a monkey-shaped beast is spotted in the woods. When the trusty butler is mysteriously bumped off, the only option left for the impossibly posh Fitzall family is to Dial M for Murgatroyd!

Box Office: 01473 211498 www.easternangles.co.uk

Christchurch Mansion The Magic Fishbone 4 December to 13 January With its highly successful Theatre in the Forest the award-winning Red Rose Chain has a reputation for delighting audiences not just from Suffolk but further afield too.

This year their Christmas show looks set to be just as enchanting, not least because it’s being performed in the spectacular and historic Christchurch Mansion, in Ipswich.

The Magic Fishbone is a fairytale adventure based on a short story by Charles Dickens, who was of course a regular visitor to the county.

The beautiful princess Alicia is poor and her clothes are threadbare. She works all day long looking after her little brothers and sisters and has no friends, except for a ragdoll duchess and Percy Pickles, the fishmonger's son.

But one day, Alicia is given a magic present; a fishbone which will give her anything she wishes for, as long as she wishes for it at the

right moment...

Based on the 1867 short story by Charles Dickens and with an innovative adaptation by artistic director Joanna Carrick, The Magic Fishbone is set in Victorian London and blends fairytale magic with music, puppetry, laughter and adventure.

Puppets and set design are by Jimmy Grimes and the Magpie Puppet Company, with costumes by Lisa Castro. The production is a collaboration between Red Rose Chain film and theatre company and Colchester and Ipswich Museums.

Box office: 01473 603388 www.redrosechain.com Colchester Mercury Jack and the Beanstalk 7 to 12 December Brimming with laughter, song, dance and adventure, this fantastic tale of giants, princesses, magic beans and ice cream will leave you feeling on top of the world!

This year’s pantomime at the Mercury Theatre offers fun and a festive traditional family extravaganza!

Life used to be idyllic for the mad-cap residents of Puzzlewood, until one day a giant arrived floating on a cloud. But when he goes a step too far, we need a hero… enter our Jack, along with Simple Simon, Dame Trott, Daisy the cow and the rest of the gang to the rescue.

Brought to you by Queen of Panto, Janice Dunn, the Mercury’s pantomime brings you many of the same critically acclaimed actors who perform in Mercury Theatre Company productions throughout the year.

Box office: 01206 573948 www.mercurytheatre.co.uk

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Jerwood Dance House, Ipswich BBE: The Return, Boy Blue Entertainment 12 to 23 December Fresh from choreographing dancers for the London 2012 Opening Ceremony, Boy Blue Entertainment return to the DanceHouse for a special Yuletide treat! Led by Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy and Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante, BBE are an Olivier Award-winning hip hop dance theatre company from London, which continues to develop and inspire hip hop dancers from grass roots to seasoned professionals. www.danceeast.co.uk Snape Maltings Concert Hall Co-op Juniors Christmas Spectacular 14 to 23 December The biggest family show in Suffolk this December has a feast of surprises in store featuring an enchanted book, a young girl's quest for her destiny, and a battle between good and evil.

The Co-op Juniors Theatre Company bring their all-new ‘Unwrap the Magic - a Christmas Spectacular’ to the world-famous Snape Maltings this year and it promises to be an eye-popping, foot-tapping show!

Music and dance are interwoven with the story of a teenager searching for the truth about an enchanted book, helped by a Fairy Godmother and a wizard named Enigma.

With more than 100 in the cast, the show is spectacular in every sense and the largest amateur production in the country.

Among the treats onstage are illusions created by a professional magician, two totally new sets featuring an enchanted tree and enchanted castle, and stunning video effects which allow characters to travel through a time portal to different magical lands. There are three oak trees onstage, created from the huge oak tree used in the Olympics opening ceremony earlier this year.

"This is our most ambitious show yet," says Alan Ayres, a member of the creative team. "The scenery and special effects create a magical new setting to showcase the amazing talent of our young cast. It's a music and dance extravaganza with a powerful story and lots of fun for a family audience. And it's a great alternative to panto!

Box office: 01728 687110 www.coopjuniors.co.uk Ipswich Regent Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs 21 to 30 December After the success of last December’s production of ‘The Wizard of Oz’, Enchanted Entertainment are returning to the Ipswich Regent this Christmas with a more traditional 22 | placesandfaces.co.uk

and lavish pantomime offering ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’.

The show features an amazing live band and a host of top quality professional performers including: Dancing On Ice winner Sam Attwater , Leon Small from EastEnders as the Prince, CBeebies presenter Sarah-Jane Honeywell , Sapphire Elia who plays Mia Macey in Emmerdale as Snow White and Blue Peter legend Peter Duncan as Muddles the Jester.

Director Peter Duncan promises “It’s going to be great fun for all the family. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is the most magical pantomime of them all and ever since Disney sprinkled their magic touch on the story it’s become a firm Christmas favourite with young and old alike.”

Enchanted Entertainment are spending tens of thousands of pounds to ensure Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be a spectacular family pantomime, bringing together a top cast, amazing costumes,

fantastic dance routines and plenty of popular songs to please all ages!

Box Office: 01473 433100 www.ipswichregent.com

Spa Pavilion Theatre, Felixstowe Aladdin 22 December to 6 January The best pantomimes are always full of magic and wonder and you can't get much more enchanting than Aladdin.

Set in the mystical Far East, the age-old story centres around Widow Twankey, an old washer woman and her foolish but pure-ofheart son Aladdin.

Although poor, Aladdin was always a contented lad until he sneaks a glimpse of the Emperor of China’s beautiful daughter, the Princess Jasmine. Deeply in love but saddened by the truth that a princess could never marry him, Aladdin returns to his humdrum life.

When the evil wizard Abanazar, arguably pantoland’s most evil baddie, learns that Aladdin is the only person who can obtain the magic lamp containing the all-powerful genie, the adventure begins.

Full of twists of fate and lessons learned, Aladdin with his mischievous brother Wishee Washee and other crazy and colourful characters not far from his side, battles the wicked Abanazar across bizarre and mysterious lands.

Presented by the Dennis Lowe Theatre Company this is the Company's 47th traditional family pantomime at the Spa and living up to their reputation, Aladdin promises to enthral families again this Christmas. The script is based on the late Dennis Lowe’s original having been revised and modernised by his daughter Suzie, a professional musical theatre actress, choreographer and founder of the Streetwise Inc. Dance Studios.

Box office: 01394 282126 www.spapavilion.org

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BEnJAMIn BRITTEn’S Th 100 BIRThdAY

Aldeburgh Parish Church and Snape Maltings, December 7 & 8 ldeburgh Music’s centenary tribute to its founder Benjamin Britten will be marked by a series of special events not just in Suffolk but right across the world.

The celebrations are being publicly launched with two very special concerts.

On December 7, Aldeburgh Voices under Ben Parry, and the Jubilee Opera Chorus under David Briggs, team up to present a sequence of Christmas music and readings at Aldeburgh Parish Church featuring music by Britten, Colin Matthews and Ben Perry.

Throughout his life Britten took an interest in setting music to Christmas texts and carols, from large-scale collections to miniatures, arrangements and originals, music written for amateurs, professionals, adults and children.

So it is particularly appropriate that this concert features Christmas music sung by the combined forces of the Jubilee Opera Chorus and Aldeburgh Voices – whose roots can both be traced to Britten and Pears’ Festival choruses.

On December 8, Polyphony under Stephen Layton and Temple Church Choir under James Vivian are joined at Snape Maltings Concert Hall by harpist Sally Pryce to present works by Britten and Poulenc.

The programme features Britten’s popular A Ceremony of Carols, as well as the earlier choral cantata A Boy was Born which, although completed whilst Britten was still in his teens, already bears his trademark of melding children’s voices with adults, and fusing ancient forms and texts with modern techniques.

INFORMATION December 7, Aldeburgh Parish Church, 7.30pm, Tickets: £13, £10, £7 December 8, Snape Maltings Concert Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets: £22, £19, £16, £13, £10 Box office: 01728 687110 or www.aldeburgh.co.uk

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Music and Movement Every week more than 20 physically disabled toddlers and young children journey to a small converted barn in Sproughton to take part in specially adapted learning sessions at the Dame Vera Lynn Trust. Anne Gould finds out more

undraiser Sara White has only been in the job for four months but already she’s got a list of events set up through February and March.

There’s a Ladies Night at Suffolk Food Hall, an Irish Evening at Greshams in Ipswich and a New Year gym challenge too.

She is also on a mission, to persuade local businesses and individuals to support the school, which is on the outskirts of Sproughton.

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out that the school, which has a roll call that spreads right across Suffolk and Essex, actually exists at all.

“The school has been here for 12 years but not many people seem to know about us,” says Sara.

In that time it’s helped countless pre-school children not just in developing mobility but also with social, emotional and cognitive skills as well.

Now with requests for help continuously increasing it’s essential that more people

come forward to help out – not least because it costs £7,500 a year to help every child.

The head of the school, Alison Stonham says, “We were first established in April 2000 and registered in March 2002 as a charity.

“In 2010 we got into financial difficulties because of the recession and funding issues, which is when we joined forces with the Dame Vera Lynn Trust for Children with Cerebral Palsy and now operate alongside the School for Parents West Sussex.

She says, ”School for Parents Suffolk provides

Dame Vera Lynn Trust

It’s essential that more people come forward to help out – not least because it costs £7,500 a year to help every child

Dame Vera Lynn meeting one of the school’s pupils during her visit last year

an holistic form of early education inspired by the methods used at the Peto Institute of Conductive Education in Budapest, Hungary.

“We believe that this form of education is designed to stimulate and awaken the child’s senses and encourage self-awareness through activities and experiences that are fun for both children and their parents.”

Alison says children come to the school for a whole variety of reasons, they may have cerebral palsy, they may have autism, chromosomal problems, global development delay right through to dyspraxia.

They don’t need to be referred and the service offered is free to parents.

Currently the school is supporting 22 children from across Suffolk and Essex who each receive one session that’s individually targeted to help.

She said, “Our specially trained staff work together in groups of up to six children with their parent/carer during weekly sessions.

Each session last approximately two and a half hours including a short break.”

The sessions are carefully planned to involve the children in active learning programmes that address all aspects of their development.

A theme is chosen to motivate the children and make these sessions fun. Each session includes play, songs, art and craft, drama and movement.

Parents come along too and are involved so they can see what’s happening and learn what their child is capable of.

Alison says the idea is that they progress towards targets that are progressive yet very achievable.

“We only ask what they can’t do once. After that we only talk about what they can do.”

One of the sessions Places & Faces were invited to attend was concentrating on children learning to walk up steps and then have fun sliding down the other side.

Their difficulties meant each of them had to learn something different. Another task involved walking over obstacles while holding on to support rails, while another was to straddle a cylinder and move to each side singing “Row row row your boat...”

Meanwhile in another room there was another child for whom exercises involved a large exercise ball being rolled over his body to help with body awareness.

Alison explained that these sort of tasks meant for some they’d eventually be able to walk independently but others would always need some sort of walker or support.

Research at the Peto Institute has shown that doing this sort of work early in life is essential as children’s brains are much more malleable at this young age.

“It’s much easier to form new pathways in the brain especially when the children are under the age of three.”

She said, “We take this ethos but are actually much more multi-disciplinary and take input from professionals to look at areas a child is having difficulties with.

“Everything is done with repetitive rhymes and songs. Everything is delivered to music and the child thinks that they are playing but they are actually learning lifelong skills.

“The parents are here all the time so that they understand their child’s abilities and can see how much their child can do for themselves so they can transfer everything they do here to everyday situations.

“We recognise that parents are the primary motivators of the young child. We consider them to be an essential and active member of the team.”

Of course parents also have needs too which have to be addressed if the family is to function well.

“We offer the opportunity for parents to support each other in dealing with the everyday challenges and issues involved in having a child with disabilities. “ It offers a vital lifeline to others who understand what they are going through and have similar experiences.”

Alison says everyone involved with the children has been specially trained at the Peto Institute. There are also a number of team members whose own children attended the school, further proof of their belief that its methods work.

For more information www.dvltrust.org.uk

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We all find December busy, but can there be any more demanding a role in the run up to Christmas than a village vicar? Anne Gould talks to the Rev. David Murdoch from Orford to find out how he juggles the needs of his many parishes at this key time of year

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Spare a thought for the vicar of Orford, the Rev. David Murdoch, who as team rector of the Wilford Peninsula is in charge of an area that spreads from the Deben to the Alde and all the churches in between.

ost of us view December as a sort of long distance race that ends sometime on Christmas Eve when we can close the front door and let the real celebrations finally begin.

After months of budgeting, shopping, decorating, packing and rushing about most of us won’t be planning on doing too much – apart from perhaps going to church, opening some pressies and eating rather too much.

So spare a thought for the vicar of Orford, the Rev. David Murdoch, who as team rector of the Wilford Peninsula is in charge of an area that spreads from the Deben to the Alde and all the churches in between.

That involves an incredible 17 parishes and 18 churches, which he shares with three colleagues, two full-time and one part time.

However that still leaves him with five parishes – Orford, Butley, Chillesford, Sudbourne and Iken all of which have carol services and Christmas services too.

Not only that but he has to plan all the readings and carols to be sung as well!

It’s not a task that can really be contemplated – simply because a human being just can’t be in five places at once, but that’s what the job requires because most people will want to worship either at midnight or on Christmas morning.

The solution is some judicious forward planning and help from other clergymen who are perhaps retired or do some other day to day work.

“I am very lucky to have some help but I will be doing all the carol services throughout the month, including an Advent Carols Service at Sudbourne on December 2.

“Towards the end of term there’s also the school service in Orford too. The infants will be doing their nativity at the school in the morning and there will be carols in the afternoon at St Bartholomew’s.”

Then there’s carol singing around the village of Orford and another carol singing event at the village shop as well.

As if that wasn’t enough carols for Mr Murdoch, he is also a member of the church choir which involves a commitment to

regular rehearsals, especially in December.

“When it comes to Christmas itself, a lay person will do the crib service at Orford on the 24th and I will lead the midnight service at St Barthlomew’s.

“At the same time a retired colleague will be doing midnight mass at St Peter's in Chillesford,” he added.

Next morning, Mr Murdoch will be in Orford and this year he’s been offered help from three other priests who will be taking the services at the other churches, St John the Baptist at Butley, All Saints Sudbourne and St Botolph's in Iken.

“It just so happens that I’m lucky to have three different people who are happy to help out this year, but it hasn’t always worked out like that.”

Of course, he says, although the focus will very much be on Christmas it doesn’t mean that normal work of the ministry comes to a halt.

“Sadly, sometimes people die at this time of the year so there can be funerals to conduct in addition to the planned services, however weddings aren’t so common.”

David said that it’s a very welcome treat to see so many people worshipping at Christmas. “We usually have a lot of people who are visiting and they might bring their children and grandchildren along. The churches are normally full.”

Of course it’s not just Christmas that presents this dilemma, Easter too can be ery busy, especially with the lead up during Holy Week.

In fact most Sundays during the year involve some clever juggling, so at Iken there will be two or three services a month, Chillesford and Butley will share services and sometimes Sudbourne will share services with Orford.

Mr Murdoch says that actually he’s very fortunate because there are church elders and lay people within the parishes who will lead family services if he is doing communion elsewhere. All in all it makes for a very busy season to say the least!

DIARY OF SERVICES St Bartholomew, Orford Sunday 23rd December 11am Carol Service Christmas Eve 4pm Crib Service 11.30pm Midnight Mass Christmas Day 11am Christmas Morning Service Sunday 30th December 11am Cluster Eucharist

All Saints, Sudbourne Christmas Day 9.30am Christmas Eucharist

St Peter, Chillesford Sunday 16th December 6.30pm Carol Service Christmas Eve 11.30pm Midnight Mass

St John the Baptist, Butley Sunday 23rd December 6pm Carol Service Christmas Day 9.30am Christmas Eucharist

St Botolph, Iken Sunday 23rd December 4pm Carol Service Christmas Day 9.30am Christmas Eucharist

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Fashion

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Hoss Intropia beaded collar £99, Marianna

If only the most stylish of gifts will do look no further as we’ve collected some inspirational ideas from leading independent Suffolk retailers Velvet evening Bag £20, Caramel

Drop earrings £12, Caramel

Harlow antique gold clutch £150, Jane Goodchild

Deepa Gurnani Clutch £279, Marianna

Mansfield large black hair calf leather bag £350, Jane Goodchild

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Printed fawn scarf £18, Ninni Noo

Joules Bawdy gloves £16.95, Coes Joules Bawdy scarf £24.95, Coes

Cosmetics purse, £11.50, Caramel

Colourful Media Pouch perfect for mobiles, music media, make up and more £9.99, Glasswells

Taupe Shruti scarf with chocolate edge and coral buttons £34.95, Kitty’s Homestore

Kirstie Allsop Tote Bag available in a range of designs £11.99, Glasswells

Monroe ruby dream leather shoulder bag £265, Jane Goodchild Falke socks £15, Marianna

For more great fashion gift ideas see the Places & Faces Christmas Gift Guide starting on page 35 STOCKISTS Caramel, 140 High Street, Aldeburgh and Snape Maltings. www.caramel-aldeburgh.co.uk T: (01728) 452141 Coes, 20 – 28 Norwich Road, Ipswich. www.coes.co.uk T: (01473) 256061 Glasswells, Ranelagh Road, Ipswich or Newmarket Road Bury St Edmunds. www.glasswells.co.uk T: 01473 253164 Jane Goodchild Ltd, www.janegoodchild.com M: 07976 171029 Kitty’s Homestore, 22 Well Close Square, Framlingham. www.kittyshomestore.co.uk T: (01728) 723295 Marianna, 33a St Peter’s Street, Ipswich. www.mariannaboutique.co.uk T: (01473) 225666 Ninni Noo Boutique, 12 Quay Street, Woodbridge. T: (01394) 388655

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ChooSIng YouR ChRISTMAS TREE

The trip to buy the Christmas tree is when the festive season really starts for many families.

Places&Faces® talks to Rougham Estate owner George Agnew about the choices available and what to look for idden in the heart of Suffolk, Rougham Estate attracts thousands of visitors each year as they search for their perfect Christmas tree.

Carefully nurtured throughout the year by George and his team of experienced tree managers Rougham Estate Christmas trees are renowned for their quality and as a result have previously won the ‘British Christmas Tree Grower of the Year’ award and supplied 10 Downing Street on numerous occasions.

With trees coming a in a wide range of varieties, each offering their own unique characteristics such as shape, shades of colour, density and aroma George advises that the choice of tree really is a personal one.

“When choosing a tree make sure you buy from a reputable seller who is a member of the British Christmas Tree Growers Association (BCTGA) as you can have confidence that trees are grown sustainably and with environmental considerations in mind.

Trees come in many shapes, sizes and colours and are generally sold as freshly cut or container-grown, so you will need to consider the room you have available and what you are looking to achieve. The type of tree you buy can make a big difference to how long it lasts.

Cut Christmas trees are simply field-grown trees that are sawn off at ground level, the best way to look after a cut tree is like a cut flower, cut an inch off the trunk when you get

it home and place it in a water holding stand.

A quality tree treated in this way will easily last throughout the Christmas period.

Container grown trees are a more expensive option but are a good investment if you want to keep a tree for two to three years in the garden.

When you have decided what type of tree you are looking for make sure the one you pick is healthy. A gentle tap on the ground will show a tree that is shedding needles, look for a good shape and symmetry.

Finally make sure you have thought about getting the tree home. You may have room in the hall for a majestic specimen but a Fiat 500 may not do the job!”

YouR guIdE To ChRISTMAS TREE vARIETIES noRWAY SPRuCE

(Picea abies)

A native of Central and Northern mainland Europe introduced to Britain from Germany and Scandinavia in the mid-nineteenth century. It exhibits a beautiful traditional shape with scented shiny green leaves carried densely on grey or reddish shoots. This is the most popular Christmas tree in Britain.

noRdMAn FIR

(Abies nordmanniana) Nordman Fir (Abies nordmanniana) – Also known as Caucasian Fir, it is native to Turkey and Georgia. Its popularity is growing rapidly as a Christmas tree because of the glossy rich dark green, soft needles that tend to be retained well throughout the festive season.

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Christmas Trees

Blue Spruce

(Picea pungens glauca) A cultivated variety of the Colorado Spruce of the south west United States, the Blue Spruce is much planted in parks and gardens. As the name suggests the needles are blue, making it an extremely popular Christmas tree. The needles are very pointed and therefore quite sharp, so care should be taken when handling the trees.

Fraser Fir

(Abies fraseri)

Scots Pine

(Pinus sylvestris)

The only pine tree native to the British Isles, it formed forests over much of the country until about 8,000 years ago. Native Scots pine forests are today confined to the Scottish Highlands. The blue-green needles come in pairs of around 3-7cm in length that twist together providing a dense shape.

The Fraser Fir is uniformly pyramid-shaped with flattened dark blue-green needles.

The combination of form, needle retention, colour and pleasant smell has resulted in the popularity of this tree growing every year. The trees take seven to ten years to reach six feet in height. These trees particularly suit those with limited space as they are slim in relation to their height.

Trees are available from Blackthorpe Barn on Rougham Estate just outside Bury St. Edmunds, off the A14 at junction 45 (Sat Nav IP30 9HZ).

For more information see www.blackthorpebarn.com or call 01359 270238 or 01359 270880.

SET IN SPACIOUS WOODLAND ON THE NORTH NORFOLK COASTAL ROAD, FOUR MILES SOUTH OF CROMER, WOODLAND HOLIDAY PARK IS PERFECT FOR YOUR WELL EARNED PEACEFUL BREAK. THIS HAVEN OF TRANQUILITY IS THE IDEAL SPOT TO RELAX AND UNWIND IN THE GLORIOUS NORTH NORFOLK COUNTRYSIDE.

Our luxurious timber built lodges (complete with hot tubs) offer all of the comforts of home alongside a beautiful setting deep in the North Norfolk countryside. We are ideally situated for anyone wishing to explore the North Norfolk coast, the wonderful city of Norwich or the Norfolk Broads national park.

If you don’t wish to wander too far you can enjoy the superb facilities onsite which include an indoor heated swimming pool and sauna, a well stocked fishing lake, games room and children’s play area.

Or simply enjoy a meal in our comfortable restaurant where most dishes are sourced using fresh local produce. If you don’t want to eat then simply sit back, relax and enjoy the ambience of our bar.

Woodland Holiday Park • Trimingham • North Norfolk • N11 8QJ

T: 01263 579208

www.woodlandholidaypark.co.uk

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Business Profile | Viking Mariners and The Pier at Harwich

CRuISE & dInE In STYlE This Christmas why not buy something really unforgettable and give ever-lasting memories with a Cruise & Dine experience

n association with Milsom Hotels Viking Mariners offer the chance to really indulge yourself or a loved one with a fabulous cruise on the river Orwell.

Stunning at any time of year, this area has truly earned its ‘outstanding natural beauty award’.

From the moment you step on board My Fair Lady, you’ll receive a hostess service second to none. With welcome drinks, canapés, and the opportunity to sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular panoramic views around.

On arrival at the Pier at Harwich, you’ll be taken to the Harbourside restaurant on the first floor which has amazing views over the twin estuaries of the Stour and Orwell. Head

Chef Tom Bushell has devised a special three course lunch or dinner for you to enjoy, taking his influence from the sea, with much of the seafood landed in the harbour opposite.

Your journey home includes coffee with Harbourside Petit Fours and another chance to savour the moment on this stunning 56 Fairline Squadron. The epitome of style and luxury this fabulous boat offers the perfect setting for a celebration with a difference and an experience that really is out of the ordinary.

With departures throughout the calendar year, you really will be hard pushed to find a Christmas or birthday gift that offers more in the way of long term memories.

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Step on board for an outstanding experience offering pure class from start to finish.

Ideal for anyone seeking a venue outside the norm and for a celebration requiring decadence and luxury.

Our price of just £195 per person includes:

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• River Cruise on the fabulous My Fair Lady • Welcome drink & canapés on board • Three course meal with wine • Return cruise with coffee and petit fours • The services of a qualified skipper and hostess

TO BOOK CONTACT 01473 281961 INFO@VIKINGMARINERS.CO.UK 1 WHERRY LANE, IPSWICH, IP4 1LQ

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The Places & Faces guide to

14 pages of inspiring Christmas shopping ideas from leading Suffolk retailers

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Christmas Gift Guide | Gifts for Her

Cowshed ‘Best of the Best’ contains 6 best-selling products from the range £40, Love One

Jelly Cat Woodland creatures (badger, squirrel and hedgehog) £14.50 each, Love One

Decorative stiletto shoe £26, Maud’s Attic

Cowshed ‘Invigorating Set’ travel size wild cow bath/shower gel and body lotion £16, Love One

gifts for h er

Crawford ruby hair calf leather clutch £50, Jane Goodchild

Beaded and sequinned evening bag (with shoulder chain) £24, Maud’s Attic

Ortigia gift set in Fico £26, Marianna

Part Two printed scarf £34.95, Laura Jane Boutique

Dog handbags £46 each, Maud’s Attic

Moda in Pelle tan leather 'Hiker' boot (also available in black) £159, Laura Jane Boutique 3 in 1 bag (available in other colours) £49, Laura Jane Boutique

SToCkISTS

Jane Goodchild Ltd, www.janegoodchild.com M: 07976 171029 • Laura Jane Boutique, 89 – 91 Thoroughfare, Woodbridge. www.laurajaneboutique.co.uk T: (01394) 386686 • Love One, 21 St Peter’s Street, Ipswich. www.loveone.co.uk M: 07711 517787 • Marianna, 33a St Peter’s Street, Ipswich. www.mariannaboutique.co.uk T: (01473) 225666 • Maud’s Attic, 25 St Peter’s Street, Ipswich. T: 01473 221057

Christmas Gift Guide | Gifts that Sparkle

Ice Cocoon earrings £25, pendant £17 and bracelet £49, Cake & Catwalk

Emerald ruby stack rings - luxury rings worn on their own or stacked together with white and black diamonds, precious and semi-precious stones set in 9 or 18 carat, white, rose and yellow gold. Combination shown £1385, Chenevix Jewellery

Jewelled bird pendant or brooch £45, Maud’s Attic

Rosie Fox jewelled hinged bangle £30, Maud’s Attic Cages bracelet bangle (black jewells) £48, Cake & Catwalk

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Fleur pearl earrings - 9ct yellow matt gold and pearl hook earrings £195, Chenevix Jewellery

18ct Rose and White Gold Diamond Set Multi Band Ring £1475, Riley & Riley

Orelia gold star bracelet £15, Love One

Jade diamond drop earrings - jade, diamond and pink tourmaline earrings £840,, Chenevix Jewellery

Leather and silver glitter ring necklace £29.95, Kitty’s Homestore

Orelia gold star necklace £10, Love One

SToCkISTS

Large Cages bracelet bangle £48, Cake & Catwalk

Cake & Catwalk, The Jerwood Dance House, Foundry Lane, The Waterfront, Ipswich. www.cakeandcatwalk.co.uk T: (01473) 235573 • Chenevix Jewellery, 40 Market Hill, Woodbridge. www.chenevixjewellery.co.uk T: 01394 384053 • Love One, 21 St Peter’s Street, Ipswich. www.loveone.co.uk T: 07711 517787 • Maud’s Attic, 25 St Peter’s Street, Ipswich. T: 01473 221057 • Kitty’s Homestore, 22 Well Close Square, Framlingham. www.kittyshomestore.co.uk T: (01728) 723295 • Riley & Riley, 52 Buttermarket, Ipswich. www.rileyandriley.co.uk T: 01473 231212

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Christmas Gift Guide | Gifts for Him

Rotary 'Verbier' Swiss Made Automatic Bracelet Watch £325, Riley & Riley

Set of 4 Denison Boston Collar Stays £39.95, Coes

Dulwich Designs Cufflink Holebrook skipper and Watch Box £37.50, Coes windproof £79, Dressed on Deck

Joke a Day Memo Pad £9.99, Glasswells

Barbour Mens Tweed Hunter Hat £49.95,, O & C Butcher

Gifts for

Square Stone Amethyst Reversible Cufflinks

by Babette Wasserman £66, Riley & Riley

Duncan Walton Cufflinks £55, Coes

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Assorted Sports & Hobbies Cufflinks £13.50, Kitty’s Homestore

Ted Baker Socks (3 Pack) £22, Coes

Bown of London Dressing Gown £45, Coes

Coes, 20 – 28 Norwich Road, Ipswich. www.coes.co.uk T: (01473) 256061 • Dressed on Deck, 1 Wherry Lane, Ipswich Waterfront. www.dressedondeck.com Coes, 20 – 28 Norwich Road, Ipswich. www.coes.co.uk T: (01473) 256061 • Glasswells, Ranelagh Road, Ipswich or Newmarket Road Bury St Edmunds.

T: (01473) 281961 • Glasswells, Ranelagh Road, Ipswich or Newmarket Road Bury St Edmunds. www.glasswells.co.uk T: 01473 253164 • Kitty’s Homestore, www.glasswells.co.uk T: 01473 253164 • Kitty’s Homestore, 22 Well Close Square, Framlingham. www.kittyshomestore.co.uk T: (01728) 723295 • O & C Butcher, 22 Well Close Square, Framlingham. www.kittyshomestore.co.uk T: (01728) 723295 • O & C Butcher, 129-131 High Street, Aldeburgh. www.ocbutcher.co.uk 129-131 High Street, Aldeburgh. www.ocbutcher.co.uk T: (01728) 452229 T: (01728) 452229 • Riley & Riley, 52 Buttermarket, Ipswich www.rileyandriley.co.uk T: (01473)231212

Christmas Gift Guide | Gifts for the Home Horn handle ice bucket £54, Merchant House Interiors

gifts for the home

Original Swedish angel chimes £12.95, Happiness Store

Pets with Personality ornamental pets from £20 to £55, The House In Town Decorative flying pig £37, The House In Town

Light-Up night lights, sitting rabbit £4.95, bunny £3.95, Happiness Store

Limited edition Tiger Bust in cold cast bronze £265, Merchant House Interiors

Cream condiment set (tray, bowls and spoons) £42, Merchant House Interiors

Grey Candle Wreath £16.80, Blackthorpe Barn Dog food tins available in 7 sizes ranging from £8 to £37, The House In Town

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Beautiful velvet throw (180x115cm) £115, Happiness Store

Blackthorpe Barn, Ipswich Rd, Rougham, Bury St. Edmunds. www.blackthorpebarn.com T: (01359) 270880 • Happiness Store Ltd, 2b Cumberland Street, Woodbridge. T: 01394 548009 • Merchant House Interiors, 27-29 St Peter’s Street, Ipswich. T:01473 221054 • The House In Town, 23 St Peter’s Street, Ipswich.

T: 07867 544653

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Christmas Gift Guide | Caramel

‘Sence’ large chain necklace £60 and matching bracelet £48

‘Hoops’ watches, two styles shown: orange £35, pistachio £45

‘Blank’ handmade silk scarf £45 ‘Yacco Maricard’ 100% silk blouse £225

Skinny green leather belt £25, super-skinny mustard belt £15

‘Peak & Brim’ vintage collection ‘Sophie’ hat (green) £38 ‘Art of Fashion’ Miracle of Nature dress £130

‘Brodie’ cashmere bed socks £27.50

‘Wristees’ practical, warm and stylish fleece wrist warmers £12

‘Sence’ bangles (green or black) £39 per set

140 High Street . Aldeburgh Suffolk . IP15 5AQ T: 01728 452141

Snape Maltings . Snape Suffolk . IP17 1SP T: 01728 687467 www.caramel-aldeburgh.co.uk

Christmas Gift Guide | O & C Butcher

O&C Butcher Mens Lambswool Jumpers - £65 / Viyella Mens Shirt - £67.50

Modalu Ladies Buddah Handbag £240

Timberland Mens Waterproof Boot £150

Barbour Ladies International Polarquilt, Fuschia, Red or Black £179

Hackett Mens Sock Box £40

Ruby & Ed Ladies Slippers £37.50 Barbour Mens Leather Gloves, Black or Brown £39.95

Gant Mens Underwear Gift Box £32

Hunter Ladies Carnaby Snake Wellies - £125, with Hunter Leopard Liners £30

129 -131 High Street Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP15 5AS

Dents Ladies Gloves £24

T: 01728 452229 E: info@ocbutcher.co.uk www.ocbutcher.co.uk

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Christmas Gift Guide | Ninni Noo

Vero Moda sequined skirt £38

Regular Choice black shoes with cat detail £84.99

Cat design manicure set £12.50

Vero Moda sequined top £38

Scented candles £9.50

Poetic Licence fur boots £125 Silver jeathers £32

Vero Moda black top with sequined collar £28

Fur-lined leather fingerless gloves £14.50 Vivienne Westwood ‘Melissa’ shoes in nude (also available in black) £95

Bull Dog cool bag £17.99

12 Quay Street Woodbridge, Suff olk, IP12 1BX Suffolk,

Small skull detail bag £22.50

T: (01394) 388655

Christmas Gift Guide | Holly Blue Boutique

PapaRazzi clutch bag £48

Leopard head pendant £18

Leather and chain bracelet £48

Steilmann faux leopard coat £195

PapaRazzi hand bag £48

Pia Rossini soft leather gloves with leopard lining £39.99

Argeno Azzuro Tibernean rhodium plated ring made with Swarovski crystal £45

Urbancode faux fur wrap £38

Urbancode suede jacket with faux fur lining £130

72 Thoroughfare, Woodbridge, Suffolk

Owen Barry handmade (in England) brown suede belt £48

Almatrichi cream dress with gold detail £145

White Leaf hinged bangle £18

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T: (01394) 382300 www.hollyblueboutique.com E: Sue@hollyblueboutique.com

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Christmas Gift Guide | Kings of Suffolk

Durango boots (various designs) children’s from £59.99, adults from £129.95

‘Carrots’ sporty riding socks (various designs) from £5.10 per pair ‘Jack Murphy' fur edged gillet £87.75 and matching ear muffs £18.55

Barbour ‘Valerie’ wax rose hat £31

‘Carrots’ children’s riding hat cover and matching gloves £23.80 Musto country fleece jacket £95

Woof wear over-reach boots £37 per pair

Musto Alderton Jacket £175

Equestrian tapestry rucksack style bag £30

Ariat Windrush boot £219

Mark Todd patent leather bridle £104.65

Grange Farm, Grundisburgh Road, Hasketon, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 6HN

T: 01473 738237 www.kingsofsuffolk.co.uk

Christmas Gift Guide | Darcy B

Marilyn Moore Red dog-tooth coat £385

Powell Craft Nursery hand-knitted pram coat £29.99

Lisa Kay black patent ankle boots £199, matching hand-bag £129

Decorative wooden hearts large £9.99, small £5.99

Versace Jeans gloves £90 and matching Versace Jeans scarf £95

Steiff 2013 bear £39.99

Avoca socks £19

Avoca ‘Baby It’s Cold Outside’ covered hot-water bottle £37 Model jaguar £55.99

Class Roberto Cavalli dress £485

Avoca pure lambs-wool throw (donkey design shown – various styles and colours available) £99

23 Market Hill Woodbridge IP12 4LX 01394 388880

Hill House Market Hill Framlingham IP13 9AN 01728 720052 www.darcy-b.co.uk

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Christmas Gift Guide | Kitty's Homestore

Assorted sports & hobbies and traditional cuff links £13.50 per pair

Tilley & Grace ‘Sing, Dance, Love, Live’ bangles £49.95

Rowallan soft leather handbag £81.95

Shruti knitted purse £8.50

Voyage Maison robin cushions (large £33.95, small £26.50)

Sophie Allport Labrador AGA cover (£11.50) and double oven gloves (£13.50 Shruti heart scarf £39.95 Martine Wester leather belts £45.95

Condiment set with spoons £16.95

Assorted Hogben handmade pottery (pieces shown £12.95 -£27.50)

Catherine House, 22 Well Close Square Framlingham 1P13 9DS

Bath House English natural scented soaps from £4.50

Shruti knitted woollen fingerless gloves £14.95

T: 01728 723295 E: info@kittyshomestore.com www.kittyshomestore.com

Christmas Gift Guide | Snape Maltings

These pretty notebooks feature a bright floral pattern and makes a wonderful gift for any occasion. For a unique collection of stationery visit Books & Cards, Snape Maltings. £6.95.

Opulent colours create must have sparkle and vibrancy to even the darkest winter days which last well beyond Christmas. A wide selection of colours and sizes in House & Garden, Snape Maltings.

This elegant cutlery is designed in a traditional style with high quality stainless steel in a range of wonderful colours. £5.50 each.

Unique to Snape Maltings is this stunning Durance collection from the best of Provence, creating soft textured and delicately scented products dedicated to the pleasure of taking care of oneself in a natural way. These gorgeous shower gels are available in Fig Lavender, Mint Lemon, Cedar Grapefruit and Mandarin Ginger. £9.95

This is an attractive, yet simple and strong way to keep your logs close to the fire. Available in House & Garden, Snape Maltings. £60.

This set of three votives in glittering gold make an ideal gift and add that extra sparkle with its speckled gold finish.

Gift boxed £4.95 from House & Garden.

Award winning and truly delicious Rococo Chocolates make a perfect gift. Boxes from £8.95 in the Food Hall, House & Garden.

Snape Maltings is an independently owned collection of shops, galleries and eateries.

Open daily from 10am with free gift wrapping and free car parking.

This beautiful button back sofa in Modena velvet is made with a hardwood frame which is glued, screwed and then dowelled. The seat platform is foam covered serpentine sprung with a foam covered superloop back for comfort and durability. Available in House & Garden £1195.

Snape Maltings, near Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP17 1SR

www.snapemaltings.co.uk T: 01728 688303

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Christmas Gift Guide | Blackthorpe Barn

Red Figgy Pudding Double Oven Gloves £19.90

Reindeer Nut Cracker £9.99

80 mm Jade & Purple Flock Glass Baubles £2.60 each

Bread Basket – red £7.99

Bright Coloured Glass Baubles £2.80 each

Red Linen Figgy Pudding Apron £23.99

Linen Runner £11.99

Vintage Silver Glass Baubles £5.25 each

Cute Fabric Mouse Hangers £3.60 each Red & Cream Bells Wreath £35.75

Assorted colour silver cup cake candle holders £1.75 each

Wooden Santa on Rocking Horse £4.70

Hand Finished Christmas Stockings L 50cm x W 30cm £23.99

Huge Choice of Locally Grown Christmas Trees in stock now

Junction 45 off the A14, Rougham, Bury St. Edmunds IP30 9HZ

T: 01359 270880 E: events@blackthorpebarn.com www.blackthorpebarn.com

Christmas Books

ChRISTMAS

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Christmas is a great time to catch up on your reading. Anne Gould asks some Places & Faces readers which books they’d like to give and receive this year

William Kendall, Suffolk organic farmer and entrepreneur To give: I am going to give Mary Killen's (of Dear Mary fame) ‘How The Queen Can Make You Happy' to all of my friends and relatives. It is a small book about courtesy and old fashioned manners. In an overcrowded world we desperately need more of them.

To receive: The book I want is Sarah Ravens fabulous 'Wild Flowers'. Apparently I used to know them all aged four and now, thanks to their scarcity, I have forgotten most. Her pictures and descriptions are brilliant so I might stand a chance of recognising a few of the survivors.

Judi Newman, Development Director for The Suffolk Foundation To give: My godson lives in the USA and we like to share good book ideas across the Atlantic, so I’ll be sending him my daughter’s current favourite – the Inkheart trilogy by the German author Cornelia Funke. A magical gift-set for small bookworms!

To receive: After digging up most of our lawn to plant a veggie patch, I’d love to receive Nigel Slater’s ‘Tender’ cookbook for some homegrown inspiration.

Rob Chase, Places&Faces columnist and Adnams Fine Wine Manager To give: The recipient of my book-giving would not necessarily have to have an anarchic streak in their DNA, but Ian Hislop’s ‘Private Eye – The First Fifty Years’ might just encourage a modicum of left-field thinking; desperately needed in these anodyne days!

To receive: Many years ago, Master of Wine Jancis Robinson produced the most excellent book ‘Vines, Grapes and Wines’; a veritable compendium which covered the better known wine grape varieties and listed the more obscure and bizarre ones – not only from Europe, but from around the world. She listed their synonyms, flavours, growing habits and style of wine likely to be produced. This wonderful reference book has been by my side since publication some twenty years ago, and has been around the world on buying trips ever since. Jancis’ latest book, in conjunction with Julia Harding MW and botanist Dr José Vouillamoz simply entitled ‘Wine Grapes’, is the same – but a thousand times better!

It covers 1,368 varieties, is packed with colour plates, grape DNA and their family-trees, and much, much more.

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Christmas Books

Gary Avis, Ballet Master at The Royal Ballet To give: I would like to spread the word and imagery of dance and give the new Darcey Bussell book ‘A Life In Pictures’. It's packed with a photo history of her career with the Royal Ballet and internationally acclaimed Companies. I was given a copy by Darcey herself as a thank you for partnering her at the Olympics Closing Ceremony this summer. Not only is it a wonderful chronicle of her career but you can see from the hundreds of pas de deux photos, the strength and dedication that is needed to become the perfect dancer partner. It is also a fantastic gift which I think, especially now with Darcey judging on ‘Strictly’, is perfectly pitched to remind everyone what an incredible artist she is!

To receive: I would love any architecturally lead book about new buildings or plans for future developments in and around the world. If I hadn't been a dancer and performer I would have loved to have pursued a career in architecture as it sits very comfortably with my passion for shape and form. I have been fortunate in my job to travel the world from London to Tokyo and I’ve been inspired but the architecture in many cities and I’m also intrigued by the designs and new methods in constructing our ever growing cities.

Alesha Gooderam, Director and Marketing Manager at Snape Maltings To give: I am giving my daughter Lily ‘Alone on a Wide Wide Sea’ by Michael Morpurgo. It’s a story about orphan, Arthur Hobhouse, who is shipped to Australia after WWII, he loses his sister, his country, everything. Over the coming years he endures mistreatment and neglect but is saved again and again by his love of the sea.

To receive: I would like The Bronze Horseman by Paullina Simons. It’s epic of love, war and Russia. Set in Leningrad 1941, two sisters, Tatiana and Dasha, share the same bed, living in one room with their brother and parents. The routine of their hard impoverished life is shattered on 22 June 1941 when Hitler invades Russia. For the Metanov family, for Leningrad and particularly for Tatiana, life will never be the same again.

Jamie Riddell, Digital Entrepreneur To give: I would like to give two books to any person setting up or running their own business. ‘The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life’ is a great book to understand how Warren became one of the world's wealthiest men. His attention to detail and desire for cash generative businesses can be a lesson for us all. The second book is ‘Notes from Walnut Tree Farm’. This book of entries from the late Roger Deakin's diaries talks about the wonder of the minutiae of living things that we take for granted every day. From swimming in his Suffolk lake to watching spiders on the wall, it helps us to remember that there is more to life than work!

To receive: From my family I would like the Pete Towshend biography. I always like a good rock star biography at Christmas. The tales behind their music, their rock star success and excess is always an amusing read.

Stephen Cole, Headmaster of Woodbridge School To give: I would put a copy of ‘Letters To Young Churches’ by J B Phillips in each of the Christmas stockings of my upper sixth. A contemporary classic of Biblical interpretation, it translates into modern language the complex doctrine of St Paul that signposts our path through life. I use it each year as a basis of my Leavers’ Chapel, and the words are as resonant and relevant now as they would have been when first published in 1947. It’s the book I would take to my Desert Island, but it needs sharing.

To receive: On Christmas morning I would love to receive a first edition of Evelyn Waugh’s ‘Decline and Fall’. For any former pupil who has become a schoolmaster or schoolmistress it is possibly the funniest book that I have read, and reread, and I have used it many times as advice to those entering teaching: after medicine, arguably the most important and life affecting profession in the world.

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Christmas Recipes

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Christmas is coming and in our household the social calendar is already filling with friends and relatives who will be visiting us over the holiday period. The show piece meals are being planned and it seems recipe books adorn every available surface as we look for culinary inspiration to delight our Yuletide guests. To help in our quest Places&Faces® has asked some of the county’s most popular chefs to share their favourite ideas for ideal Christmas recipes too Pigeon & Gammon Pie

By Richard Andrews of The Bell Inn, Middleton

Ingredients Hot Water Pastry • 600g lard • 12fl oz water • 1tbsp mustard • Pinch of salt • Pinch of ground pepper • 900g plain flour

“This simple dish is inspired by my love of games and pork pies combined with the traditional Suffolk Christmas dish of cold meats and pickles. A perfect dish for a festive lunch.”

Filling • 400g diced gammon • 400g diced pigeon • 600g sausage meat • 1 diced onion • Pinch of ground pepper • 1tsp mixed herbs

You will require a 10” terrine

Method Hot Water Pastry 1. Boil the water, add the lard and whisk until emulsified.

2. Once emulsified add all other ingredients mixing to a paste consistency.

Leave to cool for approximately 10 minutes.

The Filling 1. Sauté the gammon and onion until the onion becomes translucent.

2. Add the pigeon until sealed.

3. Add the pepper and mixed herbs and mix into the sausage meat.

Caramelised Nuts

By Paul Flowerdew of Ufford Park Hotel, Golf & Spa www.uffordpark.co.uk

To construct the pie 1. Separate two thirds of the pastry and roll into a sheet to fit a 10” pate terrine.

2. Hand-mould the pastry into the terrine leaving a 1cm lip above the edge of the dish.

3. Put the filling in to the pastry pressing firmly to ensure all air is squeezed out.

4. Roll out the remaining pastry to form a lid, lie

over the filling and then crimp the edges to form a tight seal.

5. Pierce the lid three times to avoid leaking.

6. Bake in an oven at 230o for one and a half hours until golden brown.

7. Chill and slice to serve with a salad and selection of pickles.

“A lovely idea that will impress your family and guests. Why open a packet of ready-made snacks when this recipe is so simple and so delicious!”

5. Serve with coffee as an alternative to after Method dinner mints or as nibbles.

1. Mix together all the ingredients in a pan and place over a moderate heat.

2. Stir constantly allowing the mix to caramelise Ingredients and turn brown - making sure all the nuts are well • 200g nuts (try Pecans, Almonds, Hazelnuts, coated.

Pistachio, Brazil, Cashew's or a mix of all of them!) 3. Pour the nuts onto some greaseproof paper • 140g Icing Sugar Don't worry if they are all stuck together as they • 3 table spoons of Grand Marnier (alternatively are easily separated when cool. you can use Cointreau or Spiced Rum) 4. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

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Home Smoked Turkey, Cranberry, Suffolk Bacon and Chestnut Terrine

By Jason Shaw of the White Lion, Aldeburgh www.whitelion.co.uk “This recipe brings together all my favourite tastes of Christmas as well as indulging my passion for home smoking.

If you haven’t tried it before have a go, I promise you’ll get hooked just like me.”

Ingredients - Serves 12 to 14 • 750g of Suffolk Bronze • 100g dried Turkey breast sliced cranberries into 1 inch thick slices • 1 large onion peeled • 500g Suffolk pork and diced sausage meat • 1kg Suffolk maple • Finely chopped Sage cured back bacon • 100g cooked chestnuts slices diced Method 1. Smoke Turkey in hot smoker for 6-8 minutes and then leave to cool.

2. Sweat the diced onion and then add cranberries, chestnuts and sage and put aside to cool.

3. Line the terrine mould with cling film and then lay in the slices of bacon, slightly overlapping each other, on the sides of the terrine mould.

On the bottom of the terrine mould lay 3 slices of bacon lengthways to cover the base.

4. Combine the sausage meat and onion together and mix well.

5. Taking a spoon place a 1 inch layer of sausage mix into the terrine and spread evenly. Place the smoked turkey onto the mix and continue

the layers until you reach the top ensuring the last layer is sausage meat to seal the terrine.

6. Fold over the bacon and the cling film and seal air tight then steam at 80-1000C for 1 hour.

7. The terrine needs to cool and rest for one day and then is ready to be served.

Chef’s Tip Stove top home smokers are readily available online.

For a guide on how to create your own stove top smoker using everyday items from your kitchen visit: www.articlesphere.com/video/how-to-make-astovetop-smoker/517380187

Lavender and Rosemary Panna cotta

By Sophie Dorber of The Anchor, Walberswick www.anchoratwalberswick.com “A simple but indulgent dessert that will grace any Christmas table. The subtle citrus physalis cuts through the rich, delicious panna cotta and the pine nuts in the jelly are a texture combination revelation!”

Method 1. Heat the cream, milk, sugar, herbs and split vanilla pod until at a simmer.

2. Soak the gelatine leaves in cold water until soft, drain well and then stir into the cream mixture until melted. Strain and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

3. To make the jelly, poach the physallis in sugar, water and lemon juice until soft, add toasted pine nuts.

4. Soak a single gelatine leaf in cold water until soft, then add it to poached fruit.

5. In dariole moulds, add 20-30ml of jelly mixture and set in fridge to form a layer.

6. Once set, top up mould with cream mixture and set overnight.

Ingredients - Serves 6 For the Panna cotta • 750ml double cream • 250ml milk • 3 gelatine leaves • 1 vanilla pod • 250g caster sugar

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• 2 sprigs of lavender leaves • 2 sprigs of rosemary For the Jelly • 2 punnets Physalis

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1 cup cater sugar 100ml water Juice of half a lemon 3tbsp toasted pine nuts • 1 leaf gelatine

To serve Dip each mould into hot water for 5 seconds then turn onto a plate.

Serve with shortbread and a nice glass of pudding wine.

Christmas Recipes Date, Almond and Clementine Christmas Stollen

By Madeline Bonvini-Hamel of The British Larder, Bromeswell www.britishlarder.co.uk “I have a special affection for marzipan and almonds, so every opportunity to create something containing either one of these will be grabbed with both hands. With Christmas just a few weeks away I thought it’s the perfect time for me to make one of my favourite Christmas celebration recipes.

This recipe does require a bit of effort but it’s definitely worth every minute spent making it and as it makes two loaves you get double the return.”

Ingredients Tea Soaked Dates and Raisins • 100g chopped dates • 100g raisins • 80ml hot strong Earl Grey tea • 1/2tsp Bicarbonate of Soda • Zest of two clementines Drunken Egg Wash • 1 whole small free range egg • 1tsp Brandy or Dark Rum • 1tsp caster sugar Stollen • 550g strong white bread flour plus a bit extra for dusting • 14g dried yeast or 40g fresh yeast (do not use fast action yeast) • 100g unsalted butter, cut into small even size pieces • 30g vanilla sugar or normal caster sugar • 1tsp salt • 1tsp ground mixed spice • 280ml full fat milk • 2 small whole free range eggs (100g of whole egg) • 2 x 100g marzipan logs • 200g of the drained tea soaked date and raisin mixture (as above) • Drunken egg wash (as above) • Caster Sugar for dusting

Method Tea Soaked Dates and Raisins 1. In a small bowl mix the chopped dates, raisins and bicarbonate of soda.

2. Make the strong tea and while hot pour 80ml over the mixed dates and raisins, leave to soak for at least 1 hour. (While the fruits are soaking make the stollen dough).

3. When you are ready to use the tea soaked dates and raisins, drain off the excess tea and add the clementine zest to the soaked fruits.

Drunken Egg Wash 1. Whisk all of the ingredients together.

2. Set aside until needed.

Stollen I use a stand up mixer with a dough hook attachment to make my stollen dough however you could easily make it by hand.

1. Place the flour, yeast, ground mixed spice and

butter in the mixing bowl, attach the dough hook and mix until the butter is rubbed in and represents fine bread crumbs.

2. Add the salt and sugar and mix swiftly. The sugar and salt can have an effect on the yeast, especially fresh yeast and, for that reason, I add the salt and sugar after the initial mixing stage.

3. Whisk the whole eggs and milk together. While the machine, with the dough hook, is mixing on low speed (one) add the milk and egg mixture, continue kneading the dough for 8 - 10 minutes on the slow speed setting. The dough will look sticky and wet but it's perfectly good.

4. Turn the sticky sweet dough out onto a lightly floured work surface, roll the dough into a smooth ball and place it in a medium size lightly greased bowl. Cover the bowl with cling film or a clean dry tea towel in a warm place. When I made the second batch of stollen my kitchen was very cold and it took nearly two hours to prove, be warned it does take quite some time.

Prove the stollen dough until it has doubled in size.

5. Turn the dough gently out onto a lightly floured work surface and divide the dough into two even size logs. Spread and move each log into a rectangle of about 25cm long by 15 cm wide.

I try not to use a rolling pin as it compacts the dough too much and all that time waiting for it to prove is sort of defeated, use your fingers.

6. Spread 100g of the tea soaked date and raisin mixture over each log, fold the dough over

to cover the mixture, retaining the 25 cm long side. Take the 100g marzipan log and roll it in your hands to about 10 cm long, place this in the middle of the 25cm stollen dough, roll the dough over the marzipan like an envelope, turn the loaf over so that the joint is at the bottom of the stollen loaf. Do the same with the second loaf.

7. Place the stollen loaves on a large lined baking tray with a 15cm gap between them. Lightly cover the loaves with cling film or a clean tea towel and leave to prove for the second time, about 35 - 40 minutes.

8. While the stollen is proving for the second time preheat the oven to 180°C. 9. Once the stollen is ready to be baked brush each loaf generously with the drunken egg wash and dust it heavily with caster sugar. Place in the preheated oven on the middle shelf and throw 100ml of cold water on the bottom of the hot oven, shut the door immediately and bake the stollen for 40 minutes, repeat the egg wash for the second time and return the stollen to the oven for a further 5 minutes. The reason for the cold water in the oven is to create steam this gives the stollen a lovely crunchy crust and a bit of a lift, it adds to the lightness of the loaves.

10. Transfer the loaves to a cooling rack to cool completely.

11. To serve heavy dust with icing sugar, slice and serve.

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Local Roast Partridge with Thyme Rosti, Parsnip Puree, Kale and Roasted Beetroot

By Oli Burnside of The Plough & Sail, Snape www.theploughandsailsnape.com “There are few dishes more synonymous with Christmas than the partridge, with or without a pear tree. This recipe brings together great ingredients with some simple techniques that will impress both your guests and your taste buds.”

Ingredients - Serves 4 • 1 beetroot • Apple juice • Vegetable oil • 200ml beef stock • 200ml red wine • 2 parsnips • 65g butter

• Salt and pepper to season • 240ml single cream • 2 large potatoes • Small bunch of fresh thyme • 1tbsp olive oil • 4 whole partridge • Bag of kale

Method 1. First, add the beetroot to a pan, cover in a ‘half and half’ mixture of apple juice and water and simmer for a minimum of 4-6 hours until tender. Leave to cool in the liquid and then peel and portion into wedges. Set aside for later.

2. Remove the legs from the partridge, place into a pan and cover with vegetable oil.

Poach on a low gas heat or cook in a preheated the oven (130˚C) for 2 hours until soft. Once cooked these can be set aside and re-heated.

3. Next, make the sauce. We make our partridge stock fresh in house, but a good beef stock will work just as well. Add an equal quantity of red wine and reduced down by half to a ‘syrupy’ consistency. Set aside.

4. Peel and chop the parsnips and place in a pan with a knob of butter. Add a cup of cold water, season and then bring to the boil.

Simmer for 4-5 minutes and then add 240 ml of single cream. Keep simmering for another 5 minutes until the parsnips are tender. Blitz the parsnips with the liquid in a blender until the puree is of a thick consistency. Add water if too thick or reduce down in a pan on a medium heat to thicken.

5. Preheat the oven to 180˚C / 350˚F. Place the beetroot wedges from earlier on a roasting tray and roast for 20 minutes.

6. Meanwhile, grate the potatoes and season Place the grated potato into a tea towel and squeeze out the excess liquid. Remove the stalks from the thyme and chop the leaves.

Add to the potato mix, along with the remainder of the butter and mould into a ‘patty’. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan,

add the potato mix and push down firmly. Fry on all sides until golden and crispy.

7. Blanch the birds (minus legs) in salted water for 4 minutes on a rapid boil. Remove and set aside to dry. Add a knob of butter to a pan and seal the birds so all sides are golden.

Roast in the oven for 4 minutes or until the juices run clear. If reheating the confit legs place in the oven at this time.

8. Blanch the kale in a pan with boiling water until tender and then drain.

9. Finally, cut the rosti into four portions. Swirl the parsnip puree onto the plates and place the rosti on top alongside the kale. Add the partridge and pour the sauce (reheated if required) over the top of the bird to finish.

Potato Gnocchi with a Lightly Spiced Tomato Ragu, Butternut Squash, Spinach, Butterbeans and Pumpkin Seeds

By James Barber of The Brudenell, Aldeburgh www.brudenellhotel.com “My version of an Italian classic, a hearty, warming dish that requires no meat. It’s cheap, substantial and tasty and most importantly when time is at a premium over Christmas, all components can be prepared in advance.”

Ingredients – Serves 4-6 Gnocchi • 3 large red rooster potatoes (you need about 1kg of raw potato) • 150g table salt (to bake the potatoes on) • 125g pasta flour (tipo ‘oo’) • 1 egg • 2tbsp chopped parsley • 1tbsp chopped chives • 3g salt • Cracked black pepper • Nutmeg Tomato Ragu • ½ red onion sliced • 2tbsp olive oil • 2 tins chopped tomatoes (400g each)

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1 tin butterbeans, rinsed (400g) 1 clove garlic crushed 1/2tsp cayenne pepper 2tsp cumin 20g root ginger peeled and grated • ¼ cinnamon stick • 3 bay leaves • 2g salt Roasted Butternut Squash • 1 small butternut squash peeled and diced • 1/2tsp five spice • 1g salt • 10 turns of black pepper • 1tbsp olive oil

Christmas Recipes Lobster with Champagne and Dill Sauce

By Ugur Vata of The Galley, Woodbridge www.galley.uk.com “Serving a halved lobster never fails to look impressive and with this classic champagne and dill sauce this dish will I’m sure become a firm favourite.”

Ingredients - Serves 2 • 2 fresh lobsters (approx. 750g each) • 2 shallotts • 200ml Champagne • 100ml clear fish stock • 200ml double cream • Salt and black pepper • Bunch of fresh dill

Method 1. Place the lobsters in large pan of boiling water for seven minutes.

2. Remove from the boiling water and put in iced water for ten minutes – remove and leave to rest for a further 15 minutes.

3. Cut the lobster in half and remove the stomach and the gills. Remove the claws and crack the shell the release the meat. (see Chef’s tip) 4. To prepare the sauce finely dice the shallots and add these to a pan with a pinch of salt and black pepper and the 200ml of champagne. Bring to the boil and then simmer until reduced.

5. Once reduced add the fish stock and double cream, again reduce by approximately half.

6. Pour the sauce over each half of the lobster and then place under a hot grill for 5-10 minutes until the sauce is glazed and the lobster heated through.

7. To serve prepare new potatoes and a salad.

Creamed spinach • 2g salt • 100g double cream • 6 turns black pepper • 500g baby spinach Roasted pumpkin seeds to garnish Method Gnocchi 1. Bake the potatoes on a bed of the salt at 200oC for about 1 ½-2 hours, the salt draws moisture from the potato resulting in a drier mash and a firmer gnocchi, not essential but it does help.

2. Once cooked, cut the potatoes in half and pass the inside through a potato ricer and then allow to cool. The potato must be stone cold when you make the gnocchi otherwise you will over work the starch giving a soggy gloopy mess.

3. Weigh out 500g of mashed potato, mix with the pasta flour (this has a higher gluten content to plain flour, allowing a firmer, al dente finish to the gnocchi - bread flour will do as an alternative) the egg, parsley, chives, salt, 10 cracks of pepper and 3 scrapes of nutmeg.

4. Mix in a big bowl, then split mixture into 4.

5. Roll each piece into a long sausage on a lightly

Chef’s tip Preparing a lobster isn’t as daunting as it may seem. You will need a heavy knife, chopping board and solid surface. First place the lobster belly down on the board. Put the point of the knife in the centre of its head – with the sharp edge facing the tail end – push the point through the head until it meets the board and then with firm pressure cut down the ridge of the lobster and through the tail. Once done turn the lobster round and cut through the remaining section of the head. To cut the lobster lever the knife against the board pushing down firmly on the shell – do not saw. Once cut in half remove the stomach (a small gritty sack behind the mouth) and the gills. To extract the meat from the claws remove them from the body by twisting and then with a few confident taps of the back of your large knife, or using claw crackers, crack the shell.

floured surface, cut into ‘pillows’ approximately 20mm x 10mm, pinching the middle as you cut to form a ‘bow tie’ look.

6. Place these on greaseproof paper and plunge into boiling salted water a few at a time.

7. Once the gnocchi float to the surface, give them 30 seconds and refresh in cold water, preferably iced, drain well and dry on a clean cloth. Drizzle with a little olive oil and keep refrigerated until needed.

Tomato Ragu 1. Gently sweat down the onion in the olive oil without colour, add the cumin, ginger, bay leaf, cinnamon and cayenne pepper, and then cook for 2-3 minutes on a low heat.

2. Add the garlic and cook for a further minute.

3. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for half an hour on a gentle simmer.

4. Add the butterbeans and fuse together for 20-30 minutes.

5. Finish with the salt, if you like the ragu hotter you can up the cayenne pepper, or add a chilli with the onion.

Roasted Butternut Squash 1. Roll all the ingredients together in a bowl 2. Pour onto a tray and roast for 15-20 minutes at 180oC until tender Creamed spinach 1. Carefully boil the cream 2. Add the washed spinach, season with salt and pepper 3. Drain off excess cream To serve 1. Fry the gnocchi in a little olive oil (you may choose to deep fry them instead, as long as the oil is clean this is acceptable).

2. Pour a puddle of the sauce on the plate, top with the gnocchi and butternut, sprinkle with the pumpkin seeds and you’re done.

Chef’s Tip I like to finish the dish with a little grated parmesan and extra virgin olive oil. This may seem like a lot of work, although the gnocchi can be made in advance and frozen, the sauce will keep refrigerated for up to a week, and then the dish may keep for 3-5 days refrigerated, or will freeze extremely well.

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Recipe Books

CookBookS undER ThE ChRISTMAS TREE

Suffolk’s reputation for food and fine ingredients is becoming increasingly well known across the land. With the publication of two new cookbooks celebrating the very best of what’s on offer this is sure to spread the message even further.

So if you love cooking and are seeking inspiration look no further

ThE BRITISh lARdER - A Cookbook for all Seasons

By Madalene Bonvini-Hamel Absolute Press, £30 ans of Madalen Bonvini-Hamel will doubtless have dined at the British Larder at Bromeswell and marvelled at her cooking.

They might also have been following her amazing blog – and now they can enjoy at her writing and photographic skills too.

This book, which celebrates the superb seasonal flavours of British produce and cooking is a total delight.

Madalene’s talent, nurtured in professional kitchens including those of Gordon Ramsey and Michel Roux Jr, it seems knows no bounds.

In this, her first book, she brings her passion for seasonal, locally-sourced produce to the fore, aiding her crusade to convert all who love food to thinking and eating seasonally.

This is a month-by-month tour of the best produce that the country has to offer, paired and transformed in the unique way that has been responsible for so much of the The British Larder's swiftly-gained and extremely fast-growing reputation.

Madalene's own sumptuous photographs of food created and styled by her own hands make The British Larder an incredibly glowing testament to her immense talent and her admirable ethos.

Pheasant Forestière 394

This casserole is one of those homely one-pot wonders that is like a huge hug of comforting warmth. ‘Forestière’ translates as ‘foods from the forest’ and the combination of wild mushrooms and pheasant are a reminder of the two living alongside each other in the wild.

Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or boiled brown rice.

Serves 2 as a main course 1 oven-ready pheasant (about 500g) 2 rashers smoked streaky bacon 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 150g small round onions or shallots, peeled 150g mixed fresh wild mushrooms and field mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 150g celery, diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 100ml dry sherry or dry white wine 50ml brandy or Cognac 250ml chicken stock 100ml double cream 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper Preheat the oven to 180°C/Gas Mark 4.

Remove the legs and breasts from the pheasant, then remove and discard the skin from the breasts (discard the carcass or use it for making stock at a later date – see page 22 for Roasted Game Stock). Wrap a rasher of bacon around each pheasant breast. Season the pheasant legs with salt and pepper.

Melt half of the butter in a large casserole and once the butter starts to foam, add the pheasant legs and breasts and cook over a high heat for about 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown all over. Remove the legs and breasts to a plate.

Return the casserole to a medium heat, add the remaining butter and once it starts to foam, add the onions, mushrooms, celery and garlic and sauté for about 8 minutes or until golden.

Pour the sherry and brandy into the pan and let the liquid bubble, stirring and scraping the base of the casserole with a wooden spoon to deglaze it, then cook over a medium heat for about 2 minutes or until the liquid has thickened slightly. Return the browned meat to the casserole, then add the stock and bring to a gentle simmer.

Place a piece of non-stick baking paper directly on to the surface of the stock and cover with the lid. Transfer the casserole to the oven and cook for about 35 minutes or until the pheasant is cooked and tender.

Remove from the oven and carefully remove the pheasant breasts and legs from the stock, then set them aside and keep warm, while you finish the sauce.

Place the casserole over a medium heat, add the cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the thyme, then taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.

Serve 1 pheasant leg and 1 pheasant breast per portion with plenty of sauce.

Serve immediately with mashed potatoes or boiled brown rice and steamed seasonal greens.

Cook’s Note If you like the sound of this dish but aren’t able to buy a pheasant or are not keen on its gamey flavour, you can substitute it for partridge, chicken or even rabbit – the cooking times will be the same.

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Classic recipes from Milsom Restaurants – Celebrating Sixty Years

by Stas Anastasiades with Laura James and the Chefs from the Milsom Restaurants Jon Croft Editorial, £25

stas anastasiades with laura james and the Chefs from the milsom restaurants

EAT ClassiC reCipes from the milsom restaurants to enjoy at home

Think Niçoise salad, think tuna?

Not in our kitchen, where we like to think outside the box. Lamb can, of course, be quite fatty, but the lightness of the salad, along with the strong, salty anchovies, cuts through the palate, creating a well balanced offering. You can use as much or as little of all of the ingredients listed for the salad Niçoise. The potatoes, beans and eggs are best served warm but they can be served chilled or at room temperature, as you prefer. s e rv e s 4 4 lamb rumps, 175–200g each, fat criss-crossed on the top (see Chef’s notes, below) salt and black pepper For the Niçoise salad eggs new potatoes French beans, topped and tailed banana shallots, sliced into rings cherry vine tomatoes, halved marinated white anchovy fillets, drained small black olives basil leaves For the French dressing 30g Dijon mustard 60ml white wine vinegar 11⁄2 teaspoons clear honey 225ml olive oil

Bring two saucepans of salted water to the boil and put a bowl of iced water in the sink if you are serving the beans cool. Add the new potatoes to one pan, return the water to the boil and boil for 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain well, then peel and thickly slice, set aside and keep warm or leave to cool completely.

Add the French beans to the other pan, return the water to the boil and boil for 5 minutes, or until tender but still crisp. Drain well, set aside and keep warm, or immediately plunge into the iced water to stop the cooking and set the colour.

Drain again and pat dry.

Meanwhile, put the eggs in a saucepan and pour over enough water to cover by 1cm. Place the pan over high heat and as soon as the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3 minutes for a really soft-boiled egg; 4 minutes for a white that is just set and yolk that is creamy; and 5 minutes for a white and yolk perfectly set, only a bit squidgy in the centre. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of cold water and leave until just before ready to eat. (See Chef’s notes, below.)

oven and roast for 13–15 minutes for medium-rare. Remove the lamb rumps from the oven and leave them to rest for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, to make the French dressing, whisk the mustard, vinegar and honey together in a nonmetallic bowl. Slowly whisk in the oil until the dressing is emulsified.

(See Chef’s notes, below.) Season to taste with salt and pepper.

When ready to serve, mix all the salad ingredients, except the eggs, together and toss with the French dressing. Divide the salad among four plates. Cut each lamb rump into 3 slices and arrange these on top of the salad. Peel and halve the eggs, arrange then around the edge of the plates and serve.

Chef’s notes

Ask your butcher to score the fat for you in a criss-cross pattern.

Otherwise, just use a sharp knife to score lines into the fat. Storing the cooked eggs in cold water and peeling them just before serving should guarantee runny yolks.

If the French dressing is too thick, you can thin it with a little water.

Preheat the oven to 180°C/Gas Mark 4.

Heat a large frying pan with an ovenproof handle over a high heat.

Season the lamb rumps to taste with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan fat side down and sear for 4 minutes, or until the fat is darker.

Turn them over and sear for a further 2 minutes. Transfer the pan to the

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restaurant The Harbourside at The Pier have contributed their favourite recipes, tailored to suit the demands of the home cook.

The book features a collection of dishes with ‘the kind of food you really want to eat’, whether it’s for a casual supper with friends or an out-to-impress dinner party.

This is food that will do all of these thing – just as they do at the group’s restaurants in Dedham, Harwich or Kesgrave.

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All the recipes have been tried and tested to ensure best results. Each one comes with an introduction and a note or two from the chef on how to achieve a professional finish.

Dishes include the ever popular Duck Tacos from milsoms in Dedham, a Beetroot, Smoked Eel and Horseradish Risotto from milsoms Kesgrave Hall to a stunning soufflé from Le Talbooth’.

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Wine

Rob Chase

‘tis the

season to be jolly ...

ith Christmas soon to be upon us I’m sure that many Places & Faces readers will be doing the rounds of seasonal house parties and be it just for drinks or for dinner it is now almost the norm that we will arrive with a well chosen bottle of wine in hand.

Taking wine to a party began as a '60s trend, a time when wine was just beginning to become fashionable, and presenting one's host with a bottle of Hirondelle or Mateus Rosé was as acceptable as drinking it out of Paris goblets or serving Chicken Kiev.

Since then, wine has become an integral part of our everyday culture and its quality infinitely more reliable. Consequently, we're seldom in danger of being offered the equivalent of battery acid to wash down our dinner, which relieves us of the need to bring something drinkable of our own to the table. It's certainly many years since I did so myself, but I was recently asked for advice on the subject: specifically, how to ensure that your - undoubtedly superior - contribution is consumed on the night, rather than disappearing into the host's cellar, leaving you with the very battery acid you were so anxious to avoid. The solution is simple: if taking white, chill and open it prior to your arrival; with red, have it open and ready to go. Of course, thanks to the general proximity of an Adnams Cellar and Kitchen store, duff wine is a thing of the past and such precautions should not be necessary.

But it never hurts to be prepared.

wine beneath the nose of my (now teenage) daughter since she was a few weeks old.

She has also, over the years, been regularly offered wine with her meals. While I don't for a moment believe that her alcohol consumption away from the parental home is restricted to the odd sip of Adnams White Burgundy, I certainly hope that - because wine has always been an integral part of our family life - she might develop a healthy attitude to alcohol in general. Who knows?

If a little education can inculcate a respect and love of wine, I am more than happy to organise a spot of tuition for any teenager who feels that some elemental grounding in the subject now will be an invaluable life skill in the future.

‘trimming and strimming’ recommended by the plethora of today’s celebrity chefs, then this latter category of richer Chard should cope with the cornucopia of flavours suggested..

If your sensibilities suggest red wine, then reach contrarily for another glass of champagne, and consider the following options. Red Burgundy would probably be at the top of my list of desirables, or a New Zealand Pinot Noir. The acidity and freshness of this variety sets the mouth watering, especially when enjoyed with turkey or chicken (especially if the bird is marginally too well cooked), and it’s this same acidity which cuts through any fat or grease that may linger with the roast duck. A Barolo, Italy’s king of wines and wine of kings, serves Finally before I wish you a Happy Christmas, very much the same purpose, revelling I thought it would be good to share a in appetising astringency and smoky, selection of wines with you that will add to black fruit. (Adnams has a very attractive the festive season. The perennial, seasonal 2007 Barolo from Paolo Manzone). For the cry goes up – ‘but what do we drink with more red-blooded hunter/gatherer-types, our turkey/goose/nut-roast/beef’? If you Châteauneuf-du-Pape or a sturdy Côtes-duwant a short answer, then spool to the end Rhône with lots of fruit and structural tannins of the article to avoid my prevarications and would accompany beef or game admirably. fence sitting.

Ultimately, you’ll find that a decent claret Turkey has become synonymous with with a little bottle age will also light up your Christmas lunch or dinner, but goose is lives – and Christmas meal. Try the 2006 possibly the more traditional fare. There Château Carignan from Adnams at a mere are no hard and fast rules, so pull up a £14.99. All of the above should work with preparatory glass of champagne … and nut-cutlets or vegetarian options. I cannot concentrate! If you prefer white wine with speak from experience, but this time next your fowl, then Chardonnay, in some shape year, I may have tried all the permutations or form, will always work well. Go either and be able to speak from experience. for the vibrancy of a 2011 Mâcon or 2010 And for those who studiously skipped the Christmas is also a time when the subject of Chablis – where the purity and freshness previous two paragraphs, my ultimate advice children and alcohol comes to the fore. What dominate, or push the boat out in a totally would be to drink the best example of your is appropriate for a child to drink and at what different direction, and go for a Pouillyfavourite wines. Don’t restrict yourself to age? The abuse of alcohol by the young is Fuissé, Puligny-Montrachet, or a New World just a red or a white – have a bottle of each by no means a new phenomenon, but I do (Californian or Australian) Chardonnay. These on the table; it’s fun to be generous and to believe that an early introduction to wine will have undoubtedly been in oak barrels, experiment, and should engage every palate can pave the way for informed moderation. I which will be quite obvious on the nose and at the table. have been thrusting most known varieties of palate, but if your bird comes with every A viniferous and happy Christmas.

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The Plough & Sail

The Coach & Horses

Located at Snape Maltings, The Plough & Sail has recently been taken over by local twins, Alex and Oliver Burnside. They are striving to create a quality dining pub serving a seasonally-changing menu alongside an extensive selection of ales, spirits and quality wines. Lunchtimes offer ‘traditional’ pub food and the evenings a modern ‘restaurant style’ menu. Pre and post concert dining is available and booking is advised. The team looks forward to welcoming you soon.

The Coach & Horses located just outside of Woodbridge, has extremely good access to the A12 with ample parking.

Originally a staging inn or coach house, it’s historical role is equally well served today providing great family food. We offer a great combination of quality, value and atmosphere that the Deben Inns are renowned for. Christmas bookings now being taken – See our website for details.

Open: Monday to Sunday 8am to 10pm Address: 13 Museum Street, Ipswich.

Suffolk. IP1 1HE E: enquiries@arlingtonsbrasserie.co.uk W: www.arlingtonsbrasserie.com

Open: Monday- Saturday 11.00am 11.00pm. Sunday 12.00 noon - 10.30pm Food served 7 days a week.

Address: Snape Maltings, Snape Bridge, Snape, Saxmundham, Suffolk IP17 1SR E: alexburnside@hotmail.com W: www.theploughandsailsnape.co.uk

Open: Mon- Sat 11.00am until 11.00pm Sunday 12.00 noon till 10.30pm Food served 7 days a week.

Address: Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1PD E: coachandhorses@debeninns.co.uk W: www.debeninns.co.uk

T: 01473 230293

T: 01728 688413

T: 01394 384851

Arlingtons

Buzzing brasserie style restaurant with café bar set within the building converted from the Arlingtons Ballroom. The perfect venue to catch up with friends, talk business, celebrate special occasions.

French style menu served in typical informal Brasserie manner offering a large selection of freshly prepared Suffolk reared meat dishes and vegetarian choices as well as fish & shellfish from sustainable sources. Plus takeaway deli, breakfast from 8am, light meals and homemade cakes throughout the day.

The fountain

Located in the lovely old village of Tuddenham St Martin, 3 miles north of Ipswich, informal bistro style restaurant set in an oldie worldy 16th century country pub with, great food, great service and great value. We can cater for any parties from 2 to 45 people. The menu comprises of a full A La Carte menu and a set 2 or 3 course menu. For reservations please call 01473 785377 or email fountainpub@btconnect.com

The Angel

We don’t go for anything as fancy as a “Mission Statement” or “Food Policy”, rather we aim to source the best local ingredients from the excellent producers on our doorstep, prepare great tasty food, with daily specials here on the premises, and sell it you at a reasonable price.

We are equally proud of our drinks offering with 6 real ales, draught ciders & lagers, and East Anglia’s widest range of spirits, with over 70 gins you can experience something truly unique.

Open: Monday to Friday 12pm - 2pm & 6pm to 9pm. Saturday 12pm - 2pm & 6pm - 9.30pm Sunday 12pm to 3pm Closed Evening Address: The Street, Tuddenham St. Martin, IP6 9BT E: fountainpub@btconnect.com W: www.tuddenhamfountain.co.uk

Open: 12-3 & 5-close Mon-Fri & we are open all day at weekends Address: Theatre Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 4NE (Just off the Market Hill) E: mail@theangelwoodbridge.co.uk W: www.theangelwoodbridge.co.uk

T: 01473 785377

T: 01394 383808

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The Bell House Hotel

The Bell House Hotel is a historic coaching inn in the heart of Saxmundham. Recently beautifully refurbished and under the guidance of a new Chef & Manager The Bell House Hotel has quickly built a reputation for excellent food, fantastic service & comfortable rooms. Whether you come to sample our mid-week cocktail offer, try our innovative a la carte menu or for a short getaway you can be assured of a warm and friendly welcome.

Open: Monday - Sunday 12-3 Lunch and Parlour Menu 6-9pm a la carte Address: The Bell House Hotel, 31 High St, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1AF E: info@bellhousehotelsax.co.uk W: www.bellhousehotelsax.co.uk T: 01728 602331

Food Gallery

Fynn Valley

Open to everyone, not just golfers, we are the place you bring your family and friends for a wide range of tempting meals prepared by our talented chefs.

Meals can be eaten in our cosy Courtyard Bar, The Terrace overlooking the golf course or utilising the entire spacious Valley Room on busier occasions.

For details of our Christmas Lunches, Dinners and Parties visit our website.

Open: Open lunch and evening except closed all day Monday and Sunday evenings Address: Fynn Valley Golf Club, Witnesham, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 9JA E: restaurant@fynn-valley.co.uk W: www.fynn-valley.co.uk

T: 01473 785202

The Cherry Tree Inn

THE PEACOCK INN

A beautiful 14th century half-timbered inn with cosy open fires offering a selection of local ales including Mauldons, Greene King and Adnams. We’re perfectly positioned for touring, walking and cycling in the beautiful surrounding countryside and have four comfortable bedrooms all with an elegant country air, recently awarded 3 Rosettes Silver.

Our menu changes every month offering quality food at reasonable prices. Don’t miss the Sunday roast menu with our famous leek sauce! Dogs welcome.

Open: Monday - Friday 12 noon - 3pm, 6pm – 11pm. Saturday & Sunday 12 noon – 11pm. Food served 12 noon – 2.30pm and 6pm – 9pm daily Address: 37 The Street, Chelsworth, Suffolk, IP7 7HU E: wilcri@aol.com W: www.thepeacockchelsworth.com

T: 01449 743952

the dog

The Cherry Tree offers an exciting menu using the finest, freshest ingredients sourced locally. We offer good value food in the relaxed and welcoming environment of a 17th century inn that has two open fires. The bar has a range of 8 real ales, including guest beers from all over the country, in addition to quality wines and a good selection of soft drinks.

We are currently taking bookings for Christmas parties, details of which can be found on our website.

Open: 07:30 – 00:00 Mon – Fri 09:00 – 00:00 weekends Food Served: Breakfast: 07:30 – 10:30 Mon – Fri , 09:00 – 11:00 weekends, 12:00 – 21:00 Mon – Saturday , 12:00 – 20:30 Sunday E: info@thecherrytreepub.co.uk W: www.thecherrytreepub.co.uk

Award Winning Public House, Restaurant & Bar. Our menu constantly evolves to reflect the changing seasons and celebrates the very best of locally sourced produce.

‘Specials Board’ inspired by prime seasonal ingredients available each day, entire menu complemented by carefully selected wine list.

New guest beer every week. Real ales, rustic ciders. Christmas parties: lunch - 3 courses £17.50 or 2 courses £14, evening meal 3 courses £23.50 or 2 courses £19. Usual menu, specials and set-lunch menus also throughout December.

Open: Monday – Closed. Tuesday – Thursday 12 - 2.30pm and 5.30 - 11.00pm.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday Open All Day. Food Served 12 – 2.00pm (2.30 Sunday) and 5.30 to 9.00pm daily Address: The Green, Grundisburgh, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 6TA W: www.grundisburghdog.co.uk

T: 01394 384627

T: 01473 735267

Satis house

Satis House is a Grade II listed Georgian property offering a two rosette modern British restaurant that prides itself on sourcing local seasonal produce. Set in three acres of beautiful parkland you can choose to stay, eat or drink enjoying a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. With modern conveniences in 18th Century splendour, the hotel accommodation includes tastefully furnished bedrooms with some featuring four poster-beds and antique bathrooms.

Open: Lunches and afternoon teas: Wednesday to Sunday 11am – 4pm, daily for Dinner: 6.30pm till 11.00pm Address: Main Road A12, Yoxford, Nr. Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 3EX E: enquiries@satishouse.co.uk W: www.satishouse.co.uk

T: 01728 668418

the fox

Imagine a chocolate box style village pub, beaming with pinkness, beautiful tranquil gardens and flowers around the door. Add a loyal and friendly clientele and great food and you’ll wish you had discovered us sooner. Fine locally sourced food is offered seven days a week, all day at weekends and this is complimented by an ever changing range of guest ales and wines. Christmas bookings now being taken – See our website for details.

Open: Monday - Saturday 11.00am 11.00pm. Sunday 12.00 noon - 10.30pm Food served 7 days a week Address: The Street, Newbourne, Woodbridge IP12 4NY E: fox@debeninns.co.uk W: www.debeninns.co.uk

T: 01473 736307

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THE GALLEY

The Galley in Woodbridge is a family run restaurant offering vibrant and exciting menus in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. We offer a unique lunch and dinner menu that always includes fresh local produce. For those wishing to hold a celebration or business lunch, there are private dining rooms available.

Enjoy whole lobsters for just £16 in our special lobster weeks. New 3 course lunch menu just £9.50.

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The MIDDLETON Bell

Set in the beautiful village of Middleton the award winning Value Pub of the Year 2012 Bell Inn offers top quality food using the best local produce at prices that ensure you will want to return again and again. Dine in the garden, traditional bar area or the beamed restaurant and enjoy home cooked food and ales directly from the cask. The Bell is the perfect venue to meet friends and family.

Open: Monday to Sunday during lobster Open: Bar: Monday 6pm -11pm, weeks. Other times Wednesday – Sunday Tuesday – Friday: (closed Sunday evenings except during Lunch 12 noon – 3pm Evening 6pmBank Holiday Weekends) 11pm, Saturday: 12 noon – midnight Lunch 12noon – 2.15pm Sunday: 12 noon – 10.30pm Dinner 6.15pm – late Food served Tuesday – Sunday Address: 21 Market Hill, Woodbridge, Booking advisable please call for details.

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T: 01394 380055

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The Anchor

Award winning pub with 10 rooms (includes 6 eco-clad garden chalets) in Walberswick, a stone’s throw from the sea & dunes. A changing menu with daily specials, we use plenty of fresh fish, shellfish & meat produce from local farmers, vegetables from nearby allotments. We sell our own bread, cakes, chutneys & relishes. Extensive wine list (Harper’s Wine Pub of the Year 2011) and over 50 imported bottled beers. Large outside terrace, dog-friendly.

Open: every day from 8.30am for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Address: The Anchor, Main Street, Walberswick, Suffolk, IP18 6UA E: info@anchoratwalberswick.com W: w.anchoratwalberswick.com @AnchoratWalbers T: 01502 722112

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in Ipswich

Local Produce Gallery

Maximus fish shop

Coddenham food store

At the heart of Coddenham you will find our beautiful village food store where we pride ourselves in sourcing the best of local products. As well as everyday staples you will find such gems as Suffolk Gold and Suffolk Blue Cheese, Suffolk pate, local meats, breads and beers. The perfect choice to top up fresh food locally or just a place pop for a coffee. We look forward to welcoming you.

Open: Monday to Friday 7.30am - 6pm Saturday 8am - 6pm Address: School Road, Coddenham, Suffolk IP6 9PR

T: 01449 760227

The Wightman family have been fishing the Suffolk coast since 1890, using generations of fishing knowledge to bring line caught fish ashore every day the weather permits. Using years of industry contacts to bring the best high quality fish from low impact day boats all over the country to customers in their Friday Street shop & at farmers markets. Choose from seasonal wet fish, smoked fish & shellfish. Now smoking our fish products on site.

Open: Tuesday – Saturday 9.30am – 4.00pm and at J R Creasey butchers, Peasehall Fridays 10am -3pm Address: Unit 1, Friday Street Farm Shop, Farnham, Saxmundham, IP17 1JX E: chriswightman01@btinternet.com

The Crockery Barn

We buy direct and there’s never been a better time to buy gifts that are affordable, useful and really appreciated.

Main stockists for Maxwell & Williams, Portmeirion, Bridgewater and Waltons kitchen textiles. French Linens and Provence textiles a speciality, all gift wrapped for Christmas. Pantry essentials now in. Watch talented Jo painting affordable art in the Long Barn Gallery.

Find unusual healthy plants in our nursery, just ask Dan for help. Homemade soups back on the menu at Bridget’s café.

M: 07980 000284

Open: Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 4.30pm Address: The Crockery Barn, Ashleigh Farm Ashbocking, Ipswich IP6 9JS Bridget’s Café, T: 01473 892551 W: www.thecrockerybarn.co.uk E: thecrockerybarn@live.co.uk

T: 01728 603854

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The Cookshop at Elmers Large Selection, Competitive Prices

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Elmers Hardware 59-61 Edmonton Road, Kesgrave, Suffolk . Telephone: 01473 623381

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Established in 1981 EB Carpets have over 30 years of successful trading in which time we have built a reputation for supplying quality products with service to match.

A family firm we are the area’s largest independent stockist of all types of floor coverings and our fully trained team can advise on the ideal solutions for both domestic and commercial use.

We recognise our customers want both quality and value for money and pride ourselves on consistently delivering both.We are happy to offer free estimates so whatever you are looking for please give us a call.

We look forward to helping you.

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Homes & Interiors

CAndlElIT ChRISTMAS 1

1. Cut-out snowflake tea-light holder £5.99, Barretts of Woodbridge

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2. Nicole Fahri sequoia scented candle £35, Darcy B 3. Red heart lantern £14.95, Kitty’s Homestore 4.True Grace Classic glass candle available in Christmas , White Christmas, Fig , Amber and Orangery £24, Love One 5. Reindeer tea-light tumbler £4.50, Kitty’s Homestore 6. Painted Christmas tea-light holders £3 each, Barretts of Woodbridge

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Barretts of Woodbridge, 40-42 Thoroughfare, Woodbridge www.barretts.co.uk T: 01394 384300 Darcy B, Market Hill Framlingham & Woodbridge, www.darcy-b.co.uk T: 01728 720052 Kitty’s Homestore, 22 Well Close Square, Framlingham. www.kittyshomestore.co.uk T: 01728 723295 Love One, 21 St Peter’s Street, Ipswich. www.loveone.co.uk T: 07711 517787

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8. Ceramic snowflake tea-light holders £3 each, Barretts of Woodbridge 9. Decorative festive fragranced candle in decorative glass available in three fragrances was £19.99 now £16.99, Glasswells 10. Advent Candles £3.99 each, Red heart candle holder small £5.99, large £7.99, Barretts of Woodbridge 11.Frosted snow scene votive holder £3.50, Kitty’s Homestore 12. Snowman tea-light holders £1.99, Barretts of Woodbridge

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Barretts of Woodbridge, 40-42 Thoroughfare, Woodbridge www.barretts.co.uk T: 01394 384300 Glasswells, Ranelagh Road, Ipswich or Newmarket Road Bury St Edmunds. www.glasswells.co.uk T: 01473 253164 Kitty’s Homestore, 22 Well Close Square, Framlingham. www.kittyshomestore.co.uk T: 01728 723295 Love One, 21 St Peter’s Street, Ipswich. www.loveone.co.uk T: 07711 517787 Marianna, 33a St Peter’s Street, Ipswich, www.mariannaboutique.co.uk T: 01473 225666 / : 01473 253164

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Legal

dIvoRCE SETTlEMEnTS SET FoR SEISMIC ShIFT White, it was commonly believed that in the case of a couple where one was the wealth creator, the other should be awarded enough to maintain a decent standard of living, but not much more. But in this case, it was decided that there was no reason why the award for the financially weaker party should be limited in this way. This opened the door to escalating awards and London becoming known as the divorce capital of the world.

The Law Commission, however, wants Ashton KCJ Solicitors to put an end to this and has announced a consultation on what needs should be he trend for massive divorce settlements is set for seismic change provided for in divorce settlements and if new recommendations go ahead. how non-matrimonial property - such as an inheritance - should be treated.

At present, the law gives This follows on the heels of their judges almost absolute power to order consultation last year over pre-nuptial redistribution of property between couples agreements, which have previously been on divorce or on the ending of a civil unenforceable in England. partnership, but it does not give judges The fact that the Law Commission is guidelines or objectives. The resulting widening its terms of reference suggests uncertainty means that couples are more likely to go to court because they cannot tell that it is likely to make recommendations for sweeping reforms. The signs are that in advance what the judge might order.

Until 2000 and the landmark case of White v prenuptial agreements will be given the

Ian Winterbone

green light and that the needs that should be provided for on divorce will no longer extend to a nine bedroom mansion and a £1.65 million pension pot, as happened in one case last year.

However, there is also a risk of going to the other extreme if we see the needs of a spouse treated too restrictively. This could lead to a situation, for example, where a woman might be given no credit for giving up her career, raising a family and providing the background support that enabled her husband to build a successful business.

In the meantime, there could be a rush to court from those contemplating divorce who stand to benefit under the current regime, which could be an unfortunate by-product of the changes.

Ian Winterbone Partner, Ashton KCJ Solicitors Tel: 01284 762331 Email: ian.winterbone@ashtonkcj.co.uk www.ashtonkcj.co.uk

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We offer exceptional personal attention at all times, whilst keeping within your timescale and budget.

As bespoke manufacturers and retailers for carpets and flooring we can offer you any colour, in any size, to fit any space – it’s your choice.

We also offer all the carpets and flooring you might expect to find on the High Street at very competitive prices.

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Come and see our stunning range of Christmas Decorations, Wreaths & Garlands, Gifts, Candles, Advent Calendars, Stockings & Christmas Tableware Good value, Great choice, Friendly Expert Service 40 Thoroughfare • Woodbridge • IP12 1AL Tel: 01394 384300 • www.barretts.co.uk email: sales@barretts.co.uk Free Customer Car Park

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Christmas at

Barretts of Woodbridge Barretts in Woodbridge has been renowned across Suffolk for its magical Christmas collections.

Places&Faces® finds out what makes it so special

troll down the Thoroughfare in Woodbridge and the famous Barretts festive windows really make it feel as if the Christmas season has well and truly arrived.

Whether you are looking for a select few additions to your decorations or are planning a whole new theme for your home this year, you may find that it’s not just the tree decorations, candles and tableware that’s tempting you in.

For those looking to make their Christmas at home incredibly cosy, special and en trend, there’s a whole range of co-ordinated fabric, wallpaper, cushions and upholstery beautifully displayed in the famous Barretts front window.

Jill Barrett, daughter of shop founder Jack Barrett, says that this year they’ve been overwhelmed by their customers’ enthusiasm for all things festive.

“We started our Christmas displays slightly earlier this year and some things sold out within days!

“One new product from Germany traditional musical snow globes, have been

so popular we’ve had to re-order them three times.

“This year there’s a distinct new woodland theme for decorations with gorgeous little owls, reindeers, stags heads, pinecones and even fairytale toadstools! You can match this up with traditional wreaths, garlands and door and table decorations in berry, whicker and, of course, holly.”

Another very welcome newcomer to the Barretts Christmas collection is the fabulous hand-embroidered decorations from St Nicolas.

“We fell in love with both the product and the company”, enthused Jill. “St Nicolas work with a small Christian charity in Thailand that helps disadvantaged rural women find work in their community, rather than being forced to leave home to work in a factory. Today, some 200 skilled women work at home sewing their decorations. The Christmas decorations we stock are made using the traditional method of Zardozi embroidery, a highly skilled embroidery technique that traditionally used gold wires and jewels to embellish courtly robes. Each piece is hand

made, unique, and stunning!”

Apart from all our wonderful new Christmas stock, and all the other lovely things you can find at Barretts, there is one important thing Jill really feels passionate about, not only as a business owner but as a lifelong resident of Woodbridge, as she explains.

“We are, and have been now for a few years, facing some real challenges and threats to our town centre. Recently a couple of well known chain stores have set up in nearby out of town retail parks. I really feel Woodbridge is such a beautiful, vibrant and eclectic town centre which is now in real need of the support of your readers. Unless they continue to shop, eat, drink and spend time in this wonderful town they are in real danger of losing it. We welcome healthy competition, but please, please keep supporting your local shops in Woodbridge town centre. The alternative is a closed, deserted high street, just like lots of other great British towns, which have succumbed to out of town retail parks. As the saying goes, “Use it, or lose it!” *This year Barretts will be open on Sunday December 23 from 10am to 4pm. ® 67

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hen it comes to Christmas decorations there’s nothing more traditional that bringing in fresh “greenery” from the garden.

But when you are out gathering holly, ivy and mistletoe, whether it’s from your garden or local nursery, what you’re doing is perhaps more rooted in the past than you might imagine.

Long before Christmas was even celebrated as a religious festival, greenery was brought inside to help celebrate the winter solstice on December 21, to ward off evil spirits and celebrate new growth.

Norsemen used to hang evergreen boughs on their doors and the Romans used to carry laurel, holly and other greenery in their Saturnalia winter festival processions.

It’s also thought there may have been a more practical reason – to help freshen stale air indoors.

Of course as the centuries have gone by these pagan rituals have been absorbed into the modern day festive celebrations.

We might live in different times, and today focus is very much on the Christmas tree, but if your passion is creating boughs, wreaths, swags and the like growing your own foliage and festive flowers really does make sense.

Claire Muckleston, from Bourne Garden Centre advises that it’s wise to focus on traditional plants like holly and ivy.

They are both easy to grow in your garden although depending how much you want you might have to wait a bit longer for your holly – as it’s very slow growing.

She says plants such a poinsettias and indoor cyclamens may look stunning and have become an “essential” part of our Christmas decoration schemes but are best left to the experts as they are difficult to cultivate.

FolIAgE And FloWER guIdE

hollY

The Ilex aquifolium, our native holly - green with bright scarlet berries - is the obvious variety to choose.

There are other variegated varieties too, with either silver and green, or golden and green leaves.

The key thing to remember about holly is that if you want berries you’ll need to make sure you buy a male and female plant.

Holly is slow growing – but can reach 25ft in time. With a new plant you will either have to wait for a few years to make sure the tree gets big enough to cut for foliage or be prepared for it to never get much bigger.

Also berries are not guaranteed as depending on weather conditions birds may make a meal of them during the autumn!

IvY

A great choice if you want your own foliage especially as it’s very fast growing too.

There’s also a wide choice of varieties offering foliage of different sizes, colours and varigation.

If you are cutting ivyt and using it in decorations be careful if you have sensitive skin as it can be irritating.

In the garden it’s generally considered an excellent plant for wildlife, particularly for providing berries for birds in winter when most others have been eaten. Many insects also feed on the nectar of its white flowers.

The berries are in fact poisonous and should not be touched by children, so bare this in mind when positioning your bunch in readiness for the Christmas kiss.

TREES

Shrub conifers offer a variety of shapes, textures and colours, and are often popular with flower arrangers for foliage as they provide reasonably easily replenished additions for their creations.

SCEnTEd dAFFodIlS And hYACInThS

Two varieties of daffodil, Paper Whites and Bridal Crown have become increasingly popular in recent years as indoor plants for Christmas.

They should be purchased and planted in pots in August or September for flowering in December.

Providing you buy good quality bulbs they should be ready in six to ten weeks.

Similarly Hyacinths should be planted around the same and “forced” in the dark before being brought out to flower.

MISTlEToE

Maybe considered an “essential” part of the traditional foliage “trio” but it’s not actually something you ever want to plant in your garden.

Mistletoe is a parasite that feeds on the sap of trees such as poplars and old fruit trees, which is why it’s often found in orchards.

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on ThE ChRISTMAS WISh lIST – An End To MInIMAlISM

JamesNeal Neals

s we approach the end of the year thoughts inevitably turn towards Christmas and all the joys and complexities which come with it.

I was wondering the other day, in a rare idle moment, what I might include on an imaginary wish list and surprised myself when I suddenly remembered Adrian would require copy quite soon for this magazine.

So, with day dreams swiftly over, attention turned to what we as Auctioneers might all appreciate if a fairy’s magic wand could be waved in our direction.

I am afraid we need an immediate end to the appreciation of minimalism. Auctions are a wonderful way of recycling other people’s

treasured mementos and a return to the days of cluttered mantelpieces and decorative items in the home should be actively encouraged.

TV Producers and Magazine Editors please note this change of direction immediately!

Furniture or more particularly what is often described nowadays as ‘brown furniture’ is currently out of vogue. This is tragic as in the main it has been well made or is repairable at a reasonable cost and could provide a further lifetime of service. At current prices it could be stripped, painted, varnished or given any other suitable treatment, so, the impassioned plea goes out, please consider giving it another chance.

A by-product of the recessionary times we are experiencing is the huge rise in metal prices.

This has resulted in wonderful and irreplaceable pieces of gold and silver being melted down as their scrap value exceeds the intrinsic price of the piece. These items are thus lost forever and must leave Silversmiths and Goldsmiths turning

in their graves.

On a more simplistic note a modest reduction in the charges made to Auctioneers by credit and debit card providers would be beneficial, but for American Express modest would not be enough and appropriate words fail me!

Less legislation which prevents the sale of certain items would also benefit both buyers and sellers. Although well meaning, such legislation often results in huge volumes of otherwise useable goods being consigned to landfill. Somewhat radically, I wonder if the solution is to bury all EU legislation in landfill rather than the goods themselves?

So, all that remains is for me to wish you all a peaceful, happy and relaxing festive period. Hopefully your dining tables and chairs will have their uses for more than one day of the year and no doubt the house will be adorned with all sorts of things showing that minimalism may not be the universal answer.

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HADDON HOUSE FACTS Location: near Woodbridge Price: £2,250,000 Joint Agents: Neals and Savills

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verlooking the River Deben and Woodbridge, Haddon House is one of those exceptional country properties that’s the stuff of dreams.

Its location, nestled in the valley below Sutton Hoo is nothing short of stunning.

In addition it is beautifully maintained and offers everything that a yachtsman might want too with the current owners enjoying a mooring, private jetty and a dingy store.

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Woodbridge and Martlesham Creek.

The wonderfully maintained gardens and grounds slope down to the west to the water’s edge.

All the major rooms in the house take full advantage of the spectacular outlook over the river.

In addition to the principal accommodation in the house there is a Coach House with a Bedroom, Bathroom, Sitting Room and Study.

Haddon House itself has four bedrooms, two reception rooms and a magnificent garden room and laundry room in addition to the kitchen and two bathrooms.

Other buildings on the property include a summer house, studio, workshop and garage.

Outside the garden and grounds are a delight and include an area of formal garden around the house. The lawns merge with areas of longer grass and slope down to the river bank and private jetty.

A variety of mature trees, underplanted with bulbs, add to the beauty of the setting.

The productive kitchen garden is to one corner of the grounds. The combination of all these special elements create the feeling of a small country estate.

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Conveniently located approximately one and a half miles from Woodbridge, this spacious family home has enviable views and a south facing rear garden abutting fields. the vendors advise that the property was rewired approximately 5 years ago. accommodation comprises: reception hall, aga kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, walk-in pantry, laundry room, four reception rooms, four bedrooms (all with built-in wardrobes or cupboards and one with concealed shower and wash basin), family bathroom, integral garage, one acre (sts) established gardens, ample off road parking. apply Woodbridge office

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Guide Price £595,000

this substantial detached brick built vicarage, in need of some updating, provides spacious family accommodation which comprises of: hall, three reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility and cloakroom. Five bedrooms, cloakroom and family bathroom. approached over a private drive with off road parking for several cars and single garage. the landscaped gardens are in excess of half an acre (sts). apply needham office

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a detached Grade ii listed farm house with approximately three acres (sts) set in the heart of the suffolk countryside. the accommodation comprises of: hall, farmhouse kitchen, three reception rooms, four first floor bedrooms, master suite with roll top bath and en-suite w.c. and a further family bathroom. the property benefits from a multi fuel Rayburn with backup oil fired central heating and was re-thatched in 2007. apply needham office

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a delightful spacious detached chalet residence pleasantly located in this desirable village set along a private no-through road, enjoying a peaceful setting backing onto open fields. the flexible accommodation offers 5 bedrooms, en-suite & dressing room to the master bedroom, kitchen/breakfast room with dining area, 2 further reception rooms, large useful store room off landing, generous gardens & large workshop. no chain. apply ipswich office

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A beautifully maintained country house in a stunning setting with frontage to the River Deben, a mooring and private jetty

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SHOTLEY HALL FACTS Location: Shotley Price: £1,600,000 Agent: Fine and Country Ipswich

MAgnIFICEnT TudoR lIvIng

verlooking the Orwell estuary Shotley Hall is a stunning Tudor country residence with equestrian facilities and grounds approaching seven acres.

The Grade II listed 15th century house is approached via a tree lined gravelled driveway and stands in seven acres of land.

Shotley Hall certainly offers everything you would expect from such a landmark period property – exposed beams, feature fireplaces and a magnificent entrance hall with a fine oak staircase.

It also has plenty of charm and space including a large dining room, stunning fitted kitchen/diner, cosy sitting room, boot

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room, two downstairs cloakrooms and large reception hall.

There are six first floor bedrooms (two with en-suites), a family bathroom, dressing room to the master bedroom and two attic store rooms.

The current owners say, “Shotley Hall is a true family home where we have enjoyed so many incredible times including some fabulous children’s parties.

“We have welcomed guests, played football matches, hide and seek, enjoyed picnics, tree climbing, a wedding and even camped in the grounds.

“It offers everything our horses need; in fact the British Horse Society produced a leaflet

that included photos of one of our paddocks describing it as ‘perfect pasture and perfect fencing’.

Outside the formal gardens are laid to lawn, mainly to the south and east sides with a vegetable garden, patio, orchard and focal natural pond to the front. Beyond the formal gardens are the paddocks, which are part enclosed by wrought iron parkland fencing.

To the rear of the house is the yard around which the various outbuildings are arranged, including the stable block with four loose boxes, feed room, garage, large barn (approximately 54’8” x 17’2”), wood store, workshop, store and boiler room.

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A detached three/four bedroom bungalow with flexible annexe accommodation and attractive garden of approx ¼ acres, situated within the heart of the village, just 2 miles from the village of Orford.

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A 17th Century Grade II Listed two/three bedroom mid terrace cottage with lovely large gardens to front and rear, situated in the very sought-after village of Brandeston.

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BISHOPS BARN FACTS Location: Aldham Tye, near Hadleigh Price: £497,500 Agent: Fenn Wright

RuRAl BARn IdYll

he open rolling countryside around Hadleigh offers some of Suffolk’s most stunning landscapes.

Bishops Barn is in a prime position to make the most of these outstanding views with its spectacular rural location, set well back from Aldham Tye. This three-bedroom barn conversion, set in an acre of land provides generous living accommodation.

The property has an impressive reception hall, which has wooden stairs to the first floor and access to all principal rooms.

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complete with oak bressumer beam.

The kitchen/breakfast room to the east has limed oak units and views over uninterrupted countryside .

Upstairs is a spacious landing with a picture window creating a light and airy feel with doors off to the bedrooms and family bathroom.

The master bedroom is on the east side of the property and has a double aspect with vaulted timber ceiling and superb views over the surrounding countryside. A door leads off to the en-suite bathroom.

On the west side of the property there is an excellent sized guest bedroom with twin aspect and bedroom three is located in-between.

Adjacent to the family bathroom is a goodsized under-eaves storage area.

Outside Bishops Barn is situated centrally within its own grounds and is accessed via a driveway which leads passed the stable yard and down to the property.

To the front of the barns there is a fenced paddock while to the east are the formal gardens which are laid to lawn with a variety of mature trees and shrub beds.

The gardens back onto paddocks with outstanding views over the rolling countryside, creating a fantastic setting.

There’s also a stable yard which comprises of three small blocks around a central concrete yard and includes seven loose boxes, a feed store, haystore and tack room.

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Driving during darkness Winter is here and with it comes additional risks for motorists. Even if the weather is good the increased hours of darkness present different challenges. Emma Bagnall of Driving Test Success advised Places&Faces® on her tips for increased safety

t’s essential that motorists understand the dangers of driving in darkness now that the nights are drawing in.” Emma said. “ It’s much harder to judge speed and distance when it’s dark and with reduced visibility and bad weather, motorists need to be aware of how these factors can affect their driving”.

“To help motorists stay safe behind the wheel this winter we have created a simple guide of steps you can take whilst out on the road during the darker nights”.

Keep windows and mirrors clean

At night, maximum visibility is essential so always make sure that your windows and mirrors are clean at all times. Never allow them to become obscured by dirt, smears, frost, steam, scratches or cracks.

Use your lights

Always ensure that all your lights (headlights, brake lights, fog lights and reverse lights) are clean and in full working order. If you discover a blown bulb, you must replace as soon as possible.

dangerous than during the day as you have much less time to assess the road ahead.

Don’t dazzle other road users

Keep a safe distance

When using your main beam, make sure you switch it off when another vehicle approaches.

The same applies when you are following another vehicle, you don’t want to dazzle them with your lights in their rear view mirrors.

Reduce your speed

When travelling on long journeys in the dark (especially overnight), it’s essential that you stop and rest at least every two hours. If you feel tired, open your windows to get some fresh air and find a suitable place to pull over.

Always leave a safe distance between yourself and the vehicle in front. If a driver has to suddenly brake you need to give yourself plenty of time and space to safely react and avoid a potential collision.

Remember when driving in the dark, you can only see as far ahead as your headlights allow.

Driving at high speeds at night is much more

Take regular breaks

Driving Test Success has produced a range of guides to help motorists stay safe on the roads this winter.

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I am very lucky to have been born at Glemham, exactly nine months to the day after my parents marriage during WWII and with my father away on active service.

I now live here with my wife Raewyn, from New Zealand, in what is a wonderful home, although challenging and a bit chilly in winter, especially for a Kiwi!

I started life during the war here, then moved to Holland from 1946 - 1949, then back to the hall for a short while before moving with my divorced mother to Framlingham and then Easton.

In the meantime I served for 30 years in the Army with the 13th/18th Royal Hussars (now The Light Dragoons stationed in Norfolk).

Your family has a long association with Ipswich Town Football Club – are you still a regular visitor/supporter?

I still do attend as many home games as possible, in my capacity as Patron of the Club and someone who has been brought up supporting ITFC.

late 1990s and early 2000s when we chatted away about the past. Although I was away at school I also met Sir Alf Ramsey on a couple of occasions.

Where were you when England won the World Cup in 1966?

Serving with the British Army of the Rhine in Paderborn where we all got very excited and intoxicated!

Besides football are there any other sports that you are keen on?

I still enjoy tennis and in my youth rackets, squash, rugger and cricket.

Are you a patron of the arts in Suffolk?

Raewyn is a natural artist and she has stimulated my interest in art: we hold art classes here.

I enjoy the theatre, especially The Durham Castle Theatre Company who will be in their 14th annual appearance here in 2013, performing a Shakespearean classic in aid of The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust and The Suffolk Foundation.

estate from far and wide. I also enjoy the flora and fauna of the Suffolk countryside.

Do you eat out and where would you choose to go?

Not very often as Raewyn is a very good cook. If we do go out it’s probably The Crown or Golden Key at Snape, or The Marlesford Farm Café.

Adnam’s or Greene King?

Tolly Cobbold when it was around!

Nowadays, I keep going on red wine and Raewyn loves Aspall Cyder.

What’s it like to own a busy stately home?

It is a huge responsibility but fun. All the events and especially weddings that take place in and around the house keeps us on our toes and in touch with lots of people who help us to enjoy our surroundings while still maintaining our private quality of life.

Have you got a favourite place to walk?

We love walking around the estate especially in the Alde Valley or going further afield to Orford, Iken or Staverton Woods.

What is it about Suffolk that makes it a very Where would you take guests who had special place to live? never been to the county before?

What are your earliest memories of football Very simply, the people, countryside and Snape Maltings both for the Aldeburgh coast – all wonderful and very special. at Ipswich?

Festival & Proms and the shops, Framlingham Going to a match with my Uncle, Johnny What are your hobbies?

Castle, Saxmundham Museum and The Cobbold, in 1950 Looking after the house and taking people Leiston Long Shop Museum, and of course to the coast. For the young we take them to How well did you know Sir Bobby Robson? on guided tours! Field sports are also very important to me with stalking and game Easton Farm Park.

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