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A message from Julia Ewart
On July 4th, the country heads to the polls in the general election. If you are still wondering who deserves your vote, please consider making me your next MP.
My name is Julia Ewart and I am the Liberal Democrat candidate for Suffolk Coastal.
I have lived in Suffolk for more than 25 years; I've raised a family here, run a business here, I volunteer here, and I am an elected district councillor for East Suffolk Council. I know firsthand the joys and successes of our region, but I also understand the challenges our communities are facing.
As a Green Lib Dem, one of my top priorities is the deluge of energy projects proposed for our coastline, including Sizewell C and the SeaLink project which could see an interconnector between Aldeburgh and Thorpeness, a substation at Friston and huge converters in Saxmundham.
The construction of large-scale power infrastructure will impact our towns, villages and roads,
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not to mention our coastline and tourism. I will ensure a multiagency, joined up approach to ensure communities get a fair deal and don't shoulder all the burden of the energy transition.
I'm also pledging to clean up our rivers and waterways with a new Suffolk Department of Water Security to tackle big issues like pollution, as well as flooding and coastal erosion.
As a former NHS nurse, I also care about getting Suffolk Coastal better healthcare. I'm pledging to help fix our health and care services, making it easier to access appointments to see a GP, dentist or mental health professional.
If you want an MP who cares, and will serve you with compassion, honesty and integrity, please vote for me on July 4th. Find me on social media or at: www.juliaewart.com
Published and promoted by Peter Ewart on behalf of Julia Ewart, all at Local LibDem HQ, 4a High Street, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1DD
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Woodbridge raises over
£12,000 in 2023 for lifesaving efforts
RNLI Woodbridge branch are pleased to announce that they raised £12,158.53 for the RNLI in 2023, taking part in several events and holding collections.
March:
In March 2023, we held our annual Co-op collection in Woodbridge which was a huge success, bringing in £775.13. The Dog in Grundisburgh held a quiz, which raised £100.
April: In April, we organised a collection at Notcutts which raised £389.85 and following this was a quiz at Deben Yacht Club, where we took £244.
May: In May, we held a collection at Tesco in Martlesham, which yielded fantastic results generating £890.77 in donations. We were also invited to attend The Suffolk Show which was a brilliant two day event, raising £952.08, and where we are set to become a regular fixture.
June: June saw us venturing further afield to Framlingham, where we raised £365.12 at the Co-op, followed by a collection outside Debenham Co-op raising £307. Later that month was Woodbridge Regatta, which coincided with Father's Day, where we collected £496.36.
August: In August, we were invited to Woodbridge Model Boat Club, where the skill and level of craftsmanship were clear to see, raising £131.73.
At the end of August, we were delighted to be asked to participate in Walberswick Village Fête, which despite the odd torrential downpour, was an excellent event, raising £429.85.
December: Woodbridge Christmas Street Fair was held in December, raising £440.60. Our thanks to the team at Fenn Wright in Felixstowe who raffled a hamper in aid of the RNLI, raising £380. We were pleased to be selling RNLI cards in the Charity Card Shop in the Thoroughfare which was superbly organised by Roger Parker of Woodbridge 41 Club as usual. It was a special one last year as they hit £1 million pounds raised for 55 charities, since it began over 30 years ago.
RNLI Woodbridge are pleased to have teamed up with Robertsons Boatyard, who have undertaken the careful restoration of the 'Sarah Ann Austin' lifeboat. They are running river trips, with a percentage of their turnover being donated to the RNLI, and this is one of the few commercial vessels powered solely by electricity and operating on a tidal river in the UK.
Tony Wilman (Chairman of RNLI Woodbridge) commented:
"I'd like to thank all of the establishments and businesses who have collection boxes, and particularly East of England Coop and Haven Ports Yacht Club for their continued support. Thank you to all of those who donated and to those who showed such generosity for the charity who save lives at sea, given the financial climate. Finally, thank you to my fellow committee members and our trusted team of volunteers who work hard to make this possible."
For more information, or if you'd like to sign up to volunteer, call Tony Wilman on 01394 387173, or visit: www.rnliwoodbridge.org.uk
In August 2023, we participated in Walberswick Village Fête, which was an excellent event, raising £429.85
Fenn Wright hamper winner standing with Stormy Stan at the Woodbridge Christmas Street Fair in December 2023
We raised almost £500 at the Woodbridge Regatta in June!
Stormy Stan at the Suffolk Show!
In June 2023, we raised an amazing £365.12 at Framlingham Co-op
Town Council's D-Day 80 event was not only supported by the Leiston and Sizewell community, but also neighbours from other parishes and visitors passing through. The Army and Royal Airforce Cadets represented the town impeccably as always, and the Royal British Legion (RBL) Band
Leiston were on top form playing nostalgic tunes from the war years, after a medley of well-known 1940s songs rang out across the dunes to kick off the evening. The newly constructed beacon, in a prime position on the dunes (manufactured by Sizewell B apprentices), was a magnificent site in the fading evening light and silence fell across the beach as the tribute was read by Flt. Lieutenant Stuart Smith and the beacon lit by John Farmer, CBE, President of the Leiston branch of RBL. Cllr Lesley Hill, Mayor of
Leiston-cum-Sizewell said:
"The event surpassed all our expectations with so many people arriving to share the evening with us. It was a joyous yet reflective occasion and I know it will live long in our memories as such a fitting tribute to the men and women who fought for our freedom on D-Day. Our thanks go to too many people to mention individually but we are grateful to all of them for making the evening such a success. Thank you to everyone who shared the evening with us."
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'The 1939 Register' by Dr. Penny Walters
34 members and visitors, plus another 13 members online, attended the May meeting of the Alde Valley Suffolk Family History Group, an informative and entertaining talk by Dr. Penny Walters, a university lecturer and speaker for the Family History Federation, about the 1939 Register.
The census returns are quite familiar to family historians, but not the register. Due to shortage of food and other commodities, a system of rationing was introduced: the 1939 Register was devised when people were required to sign on to get a food ration book and an identity card. Those under 16 were registered as children. Military personnel were not included.
Individuals born less than 100 years ago with death unregistered could be still alive, so their entry has a black covering; a redacted entry which can be removed if a death is proven by sending in a death certificate.
The original records (7,000 volumes) are at the National Archives, in Kew, Surrey, and can be viewed on most family history sites with membership or subscription. Each has its own guide on usage.
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The register started 26 days after war was declared on September 3rd, 1939. There are 40 million individuals on the register, and it was later used when the NHS was launched in 1948 and was kept updated until 1991.
Alterations were made to the 1939 Register as personal information changed, such as a woman's family name being changed to her married name. An
Hour Community Furniture Project
In 2020, Hour Community set up a Furniture Project which enables people to donate unwanted furniture items, knowing that they will be recycled and put to good use in helping others to improve their living conditions and benefiting the most vulnerable members of our local community.
The basic concept of a Furniture Project is based on reduce, reuse, recycle; allowing unwanted furniture to be upcycled and then donated or resold at a low cost to those in receipt of benefits or on low incomes, thus reducing waste, which dove tails well with our Men's and Ladies Shed from the point of view of providing
projects to repair and upcycle.
If you'd like to visit our Furniture Project, it's open every Saturday morning from 9am-1pm and is situated behind MDT and Ernest Does, Woodbridge Road, Framlingham, IP13 9LL.
If you'd like to donate furniture to the project, please email: admin@hourcommunity.co.uk, attach a photograph, and we'll get back to you and advise whether or not it's something that we can take.
All surplus funds generated will directly support the wide range of other services provided by Hour Community to vulnerable members of the local community.
Suffolk writer and artist combine talents for third novel
Kenton-based author, Michael Heath, who has just published his third Suffolk novel 'The Anger of My Heart', has been speaking about he found the ideal cover for the new book.
"The book had already been largely written but the publisher and I were keen to have a cover image that would locate the action firmly in East Suffolk. I decided to have an online search for any local artist that would help with this and, to my delight, discovered the wonderful
paintings of Caroline Poole." Caroline Poole is based in Bawdsey, and her work is exhibited locally, nationally and internationally and is in many private collections. Her current focus is on the disappearing coastal landscape of Suffolk, which she paints en plein air on an almost daily basis, whenever the weather and tides permit. As Caroline told us, "I take my painting kit out in most weathers and have to fight the elements, the tides and the wind
to paint my subjects. I go out many times at the same time of day on each occasion to capture similar light."
The action of the novel is set in the area surrounding Debenham and Framlingham, and is the third outing for Heath's amateur sleuth, Winifred Smy, who first appeared in the novella, 'Killing Time in Kenton'. As he goes on to say, "I was very conscious that people who didn't know the beautiful area of East Suffolk may not be aware of our unique
landscape, so I was careful in the opening chapter of the first book to convey a sense of what made the area so special. That was also the reason why the cover of this latest book should serve the same purpose, and Caroline's wonderful artwork achieves that ambition as well." Michael Heath's books are available at Amazon and for order from all bookshops. Examples of Caroline Poole's artwork can be found at her website: www.carolinepoole-artist.co.uk
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Wickham Market Flower Club
Report for our flower club meeting on May 23rd.
Our Chairman June opened the meeting, welcoming both members and visitors.
She thanked everyone who supported our recent Fashion Show on May 17th. This had been a hugely successful evening, enjoyed by all those attending and also the models. Some beautiful clothes were paraded for us and hopefully many purchases were made later in the evening.
The shortage of Committee members was again brought to the attention of everyone. This is now getting serious as we have committee members doing two or three jobs each. A few more members would at least half the workload. Do speak to a committee member to find out more.
The 'Advanced Practice' piece was won by Sue Cotton and the 'Single Stem' was won by Lorna Davis. Well done ladies.
We were then introduced again to Paula, one of our own members.
She was kind enough to stand in at short notice to do a talk on the History of the Chelsea Flower Show with accompanying floral arrangements and accessories.
The first Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) show at Chelsea was held at the Royal Chelsea Hospital in 1913 and was a three day event. It was held in a single marquee and was known as the Great Spring Show. After the war ended, the provision of tents was increased. The first type of show garden was a rock garden. These were very popular and Paula
represented this by showing us how to construct a self supporting terrarium. For this, she used shingle, moss and deactivated charcoal. Please remember, you must NOT take wild flowers or moss from public areas however you can grow and use from your own garden.
She also had constructed a design to represent the gateway opening to Chelsea and a silk flower arrangement on a garden fork, these were followed by a truly impressive design made in a self constructed marquee.
An arrangement for the Chelsea Pensioners portrayed a Shako uniform hat and a double ended spray with a painting of one of the pensioners.
All floral foam is now banned from the exhibits in line with the long term ecological effect.
During Her Majesty the Queens reign she visited the RHS Chelsea Flower Show over 50 times.
Paula gave us lots of information on the rescue work she does for animals and cancer charities as well as covering the stage area with a delightful array of arrangements.
Thank you Paula along with your helpers, Carley and Carol. It was another enjoyable evening.
Our next meeting is on June 27th at Wickham Market Village Hall. We open at 6:30pm for a 7pm start. The demonstrator will be Madeline Bradley 'The Splendour of the Season'. Refreshments, sales table and raffle. It'd be lovely to see you. Do come along as a free visitor.
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Discovering Wickham Market
A gem in Suffolk
Nestled in the heart of Suffolk, Wickham Market is a charming village that encapsulates the quintessential English countryside experience. This delightful destination, with its rich history and welcoming community, offers a variety of attractions and activities that make it an ideal spot for visitors seeking a blend of relaxation and exploration.
Historical and cultural attractions
Wickham Market is steeped in history, with several notable landmarks that reflect its past.
The village's centerpiece is the Church of All Saints, an impressive medieval structure dating back to the 13th century.
Its striking architecture and serene churchyard make it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and those seeking a moment of tranquillity.
For a deeper dive into local history, the Wickham Market Area Archive Centre offers fascinating exhibits on the village's development over the centuries. Here, visitors can learn about the agricultural roots of the community and see artifacts that paint a picture of life in Wickham Market through the ages.
Things to see and do
to a variety of independent shops and boutiques, offering unique local products ranging from crafts to gourmet foods. The monthly Market is a highlight, where visitors can purchase fresh produce, homemade treats, and handmade goods, all while mingling with the friendly locals.
Notable places of interest
Just a stone's throw from Wickham Market lies the historic town of Framlingham, known for its magnificent Framlingham Castle. This well-preserved fortress, with its towering walls and scenic surroundings, provides an exciting day trip for families and history buffs alike. The castle also offers spectacular views of the Suffolk countryside from its ramparts.
For a touch of luxury and relaxation, a visit to the Ufford Park Hotel, Golf & Spa is recommended. This nearby resort boasts a top-notch golf course, a luxurious spa, and fine dining options, making it a perfect retreat after a day of exploring.
Why visit Wickham Market?
Wickham Market's blend of historical charm, natural beauty, and warm community spirit makes it a delightful destination for all types of travellers.
It's a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle, promising a memorable and enriching experience for all who visit.
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GCR remains at the forefront of engineering excellence, meeting the ever-evolving demands of our industry and continuing to serve the communities of East Anglia with integrity and expertise.
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Nature lovers will find plenty to enjoy! The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, perfect for walking, cycling, or simply soaking in the serene landscapes. A short drive away, Rendlesham Forest provides extensive trails and the chance to explore woodlands rich in wildlife. For those interested in the paranormal, the forest is famously linked to the Rendlesham UFO incident of 1980, adding a touch of intrigue to your visit.
Wickham Market is also home
Whether you're looking to delve into the past, enjoy outdoor activities, or simply unwind in a picturesque setting, Wickham Market has something to offer. Its strategic location also makes it a great base for exploring the wider Suffolk area, including the Suffolk Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
In essence, Wickham Market is a village that invites you to slow down and appreciate the finer things in life, from its heritage and landscapes to its local culture and hospitality.
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Felixstowe beaches presented with
For the fifth consecutive year, Felixstowe's beaches are marked as some of the best in the country, with a 2024 Blue Flag and Seaside Award. Both Felixstowe (Felixstowe South and Pier) and Southwold (Southwold Pier) have received combined Seaside Awards and Blue Flags whilst the beaches at Lowestoft South of Claremont Pier (bathing/ resort) and Kessingland (nonbathing) have received Seaside Awards.
Cllr David Rowe (Mayor of Felixstowe) said: "It is fantastic news that Felixstowe, for the fifth consecutive year, has again been presented with a Blue Flag and Seaside Award. These awards recognise Felixstowe has clean and safe beaches and the bathing water meets quality standards. This adds to all the great things Felixstowe has to offer to residents and visitors, from the new attractions along the South seafront, the historic Spa Gardens and Landguard Nature reserve, Fort and Felixstowe Museum, not to mention the many great places to eat. Felixstowe is open for business, so why not come and pay us a visit?"
Cllr Sarah Whitelock (East Suffolk's cabinet member for Communities, Leisure and Tourism) said: "We are delighted to once again receive these national awards which highlight the quality of East Suffolk's beaches and place them amongst the best in the country. We work hard to help maintain the beauty and cleanliness of our beaches, and the district as a whole, and we are also incredibly grateful to the network of volunteers who give up their time to keep our beaches litter-free all year round. East Suffolk's amazing, as these prestigious awards show and we look forward to seeing people enjoying our beaches this summer." In total, 150 sites
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Cllr David Rowe (Mayor of Felixstowe) (centre), accompanied by fellow Felixstowe Town Councillors with the 2024 Blue Flag and Seaside Award
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2024 Blue Flag & Seaside Award
148 beaches in England have been presented with awards recognising the quality of the sites, the way they are managed and the facilities they offer to visitors. Just 72 beaches across the country met the high standards required for a Blue Flag award, which is the most recognised award for beaches, marinas and inland bathing waters.
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Executive, Allison OgdenNewton OBE said: "These awards are a credit to the collective efforts of beach managers, volunteers, residents and businesses who have worked tirelessly to maintain, protect and improve some of our best-loved and most popular beaches and we'd like to take this moment to recognise and applaud them. Visitors to a beach flying a Blue Flag can be assured the beach will be clean, safe and meet the highest environmental standards, as well as international
bathing water quality standards. The Blue Flag is the world's most recognised award for beaches and marinas and, to qualify, each applicant must meet and maintain a series of stringent environmental, educational, safety and accessibility criteria. Seaside Awards are presented to the best beaches in England and celebrate the quality and diversity of our coastline." Visitors to
Felixstowe this summer can look forward to enjoying the awardwinning beaches and pristine bathing water, proudly marked by the Blue Flag and Seaside Award. These nationally-recognised accreditations guarantee the highest standards of quality, safety, and cleanliness.
Yeo Group, a cornerstone of Felixstowe's dining scene, operates three distinct venues, each with its own unique charm.
The Café Bar (located on the ground floor of The Alex) offers a wide range of bar drinks, barista coffees, cocktails, and Adnams draught beers. Its all-day menu can be enjoyed right by the beach, with fresh Cornish lobster available during the summer months.
Upstairs, The Alex Brasserie provides panoramic sea views, making it an ideal venue for private events. It also features "Roast on the Coast" every Sunday and hosts various events throughout the year.
Café Bencotto (known for its Mediterranean cuisine) serves dishes prepared by chefs in an open kitchen. Whether you're in the mood for "Brunch at Benny's," a quick pizza and Greek salad, or a romantic dinner, the venue offers a sophisticated yet informal atmosphere. The suntrap courtyard is perfect for enjoying a chilled bottle of wine or cocktails.
The View Point Café (with its modern and friendly vibe) offers both indoor and outdoor seating with stunning views of the River Orwell and port activities. The café serves all-day breakfasts, fish and chips, salads, homemade quiche, cakes, ice creams, and beverages, available for dine-in or takeaway. Additionally, the View Point Kiosk delights with a variety of Kelly's ice cream flavours. www.yeogroup.co.uk
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plants like these runner beans pictured above may need extra support as they grow heavy with fruit. Use trellises to keep them upright and healthy.
Embracing the height of summer
Your
July gardening guide
As July rolls in, the garden is in full swing, offering a burst of colour, fragrance, and life.
This is the month where your hard work pays off, and your garden thrives in the long, sunny days. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a novice with a green thumb, here are some tips and tricks to make the most of your July garden.
Water wisely
With temperatures soaring, your plants need consistent hydration. Early morning is the best time to water your garden to reduce evaporation and allow plants to absorb moisture before the heat of the day. Deep watering is essential; aim to water the soil thoroughly rather than just dampening the surface. Mulching around plants helps retain moisture and keep roots cool.
Deadhead and prune
Keep your garden looking fresh and vibrant by deadheading spent blooms. This encourages plants to produce more flowers and prevents them from going to seed too early. Prune summerflowering shrubs once they have finished blooming to maintain their shape and promote healthy growth.
Harvest regularly July is a bountiful month for vegetable gardens. Keep an eye
on ripening produce and harvest regularly to enjoy the freshest flavours. Picking vegetables like tomatoes, beans and cucumbers frequently encourages more production. Herbs are also at their peak now; harvest them in the morning for the best flavour and potency.
Support your plants
Tall and vining plants like tomatoes, beans, and cucumbers may need extra support as they grow heavy with fruit. Use stakes, cages, or trellises to keep them upright and healthy. This also improves air circulation, reducing the risk of disease.
Keep an eye out for pests
Warm weather brings out a host of garden pests. Check your plants regularly for signs of trouble. Aphids, spider mites, and caterpillars are common nuisances. Use organic pest control methods, and encourage beneficial insects like ladybugs and lacewings to help keep the pest population in check.
Plan for autumn
It might seem early, but now is a good time to start planning your autumnal garden. Sow seeds for cool-weather crops like broccoli, cauliflower, and brussel sprouts indoors. By the time your summer crops are winding down, these seedlings will be ready to take their place.
Tend to your lawn:
Lawns can suffer in the summer heat. Raise your mower blades to leave grass a bit longer, which helps shade the soil and retain moisture. Water deeply but less frequently to encourage deep root growth. Consider letting your lawn go dormant during the hottest part of summer; it will green up again when cooler weather returns.
Celebrate your garden
July is the perfect month to enjoy the fruits of your labour!
Host a garden party, dine al fresco, or simply spend a quiet evening appreciating the beauty of your surroundings. Share your garden's bounty with friends and neighbors; nothing brings people together like homegrown produce and fresh-cut flowers.
Stay safe in the heat
Gardening in July can be physically demanding. Protect yourself by working during the cooler parts of the day, staying hydrated, and wearing a hat and sunscreen. Take breaks often and listen to your body to avoid heat exhaustion.
July is a rewarding month for gardeners, filled with growth and abundance. By staying attentive and proactive, you can keep your garden flourishing all summer long.
Happy gardening!
July is the month of high summer and the garden comes alive during hot lazy afternoons to the sound of bees buzzing, gathering pollen from all the plants that you have lovingly nurtured and cared for that are now in full flower.
Although one of the quietest months from the point of view of garden birds, it is one of the best months for insects, especially butterflies. The average garden, with a few good nectar plants, could have 15 or more species visiting this month. In addition to nectar-rich plants such as buddleia, verbena bonariensis and wild marjoram butterflies love nettles!
While it may be tempting to remove your flowering nettle patch, try to leave some as they provide one of the most important foods for caterpillars of butterflies such as the red admiral. The Big Butterfly Count (organised by Butterfly Conservation www.
butterflycount.org) is running from July 12th to August 4th this year and is a lovely way to spend time watching butterflies and helping to collect data for conservation.
If you have buddleia in your garden, then spotting butterflies will be easy. Otherwise known as the 'butterfly bush', buddleia is one of the best nectar shrubs you can plant for butterflies. Beautifully scented and with purple, pink, yellow or white flowers, it attracts a wide variety of butterfly species, including red admiral, peacock and small tortoiseshell.
The Buddleia Davidii, Buddleia x Weyeriana and Buddleia Globosa varieties are the best options. Although a valuable resource for pollinators, care should be taken to stop buddleia from self-seedling and spreading beyond the garden, where it can 'elbow out' native plants nearby. This can be avoided by deadheaded buddleia immediately after flowering.. A
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Royal Horticultural Society trial from 2010-2012 showed that deadheading not only improved the appearance of the plant but also extended the period of flowering and helped to prevent seedlings spreading. Apart from dead-heading buddleia, other top jobs for gardeners this month include:
• Deadhead bedding plants and repeat-flowering perennials, to ensure continuous flowering. It keeps plants looking attractive and encourages more blooms,
whether in beds and borders, containers or hanging baskets.
• Use grey water: In a drought, recycled water from baths, sinks and showers can be a vital resource. Use within 24 hours to prevent bacterial growth and apply to ornamental plants rather than edibles.
• Pick your courgettes before they turn into marrows and plant out leeks and brassicas for a winter supply, plus keep an eye out for potato blight and tomato blight.
Otherwise known as the 'butterfly bush', buddleia is one of the best nectar shrubs you can plant for butterflies!
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Beccles Got Talent!
New for this year, Beccles Carnival (August 17th and 18th at Beccles Quay, Suffolk) is hosting a new event, 'Beccles Got Talent' competition.
Here's your chance to show off your talents to the carnival audience and the judges and win an opportunity to perform on our outdoor stage and a cash prize.
Annette Tackley one of the organisers said: "We are very keen to see all the talented people in our area including dancers,
comedians, singers, dog acts, or maybe you do something completely different."
The competition will be judged in two categories: ages five 5 to 17 years and 18 and over.
To enter, you'll need to attend our audition day on July 17th at Hungate Hall Beccles, applications for the auditions are available from: becclesgottalent@outlook.com.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on June 30th.
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Summer Solstice to Autumn Equinox
Sculpture at the heart of Suffolk's Sandlings!
Waveney & Blyth Arts presents the Sandlings Summer Sculpture Show, an extended residency in the grounds of Potton Hall (IP17 3EF between Westleton and Blythburgh), which will run for three months from June 20th to Sept 22nd. Entrance is free.
A wide range of sculptures, assemblages and installations are for sale including works in marble, bronze, steel, glass, clay and galvanised wire - all made by our creative members.
If you'd like to buy one or more of the works on display then we put you in touch with the artist concerned so that you can buy direct and collect by arrangement within days of purchase, rather than having to wait until the show ends. Our hope is that this will enable the exhibition to change over time as individual works are sold and replaced by new ones.
Potton Hall and its grounds are open daily between 10am-5pm,
so bring family and friends to make the most of what's on offer. There's a tree house for young children to enjoy and the unique 'Africa-themed' Yurt Bistro for light lunches, moreish bites and a wide range of refreshments throughout the day. Well behaved dogs are welcome too! For further information, visit: www. potton-hall.co.uk or for this and other events run by Waveney & Blyth Arts, visit: www.waveneyandblytharts.com
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More fun at Southwold Maize Maze Play Park!
Southwold Maize Maze extends its play park weekends and launches birthday parties, as they gear up for their summer season.
Southwold Maize Maze has announced the addition of an extra day to its spring weekend schedule. The Play Park facilities will now also be open on Fridays (in addition to Saturdays and Sundays), from now until midJuly. Entry includes access to all facilities within the Play Park. This includes three jumping pillows, double zip line, ride on tractors, nest swing, climbing towers and slides, downpour derby water play, and two giant sand pits. Facilities are open from 9:30am-4:30pm, with last entries at 2:30pm. Also new for 2024 is the option to purchase a Spring Season Ticket, which enables as many visits as you like during the Spring Play Park opening hours. Prices start at £22 for one child and one adult, and extend to £94 for six people, including one adult.
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Protection news
It's been another busy start to the annual "kitten season".
From early spring onwards, it's the time when virtually every call or enquiry coming into the branch is about helping people to find homes for unwanted kittens.
This is a sad situation which can be alleviated if young cats are neutered as soon possible. To help ease the burden of unwanted kittens, it's important to get your cat (male or female) neutered before they are able to breed, which is when they are around four months old. Not only will this prevent kittens from being born, it'll also have many other plus points, including reducing aggression and stopping your cat from wanting to roam to find a mate! If you're on benefits and are unable to afford to have your cat neutered, Cats Protection can help with the costs. Contact us to find out more.
Volunteers wanted:
Would you like to join our team of volunteers? We're a very active branch and need more volunteers willing to help with fundraising.
From organising events, helping on stalls and thinking of new ideas to raise much needed funds, we need more volunteers for them all. If you have a few free hours,
or more, and you'd like to help us continue the important work we do for cats in our corner of Suffolk, please let us know by emailing: fundraising@ framandsax.cats.org.uk.
Looking for a home:
Rolo (pictured above) is a lovely three year old lad who is looking for a new home.
Rolo is a great character and will follow his humans around the garden and loves a lap to sit on in the evening. His purr is very loud and he enjoys a fuss!
He is looking for a home with a garden in a safe area where he can explore away from busy roads. If you think you could offer Rolo the home he needs, please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you.
See our website: www.cats. org.uk/framandsax, email: enquiries@framandsax.cats. org.uk, or call 01728 723499 for more information about adopting cats in our care, how to become a member of the branch, event dates, neutering, cat-care leaflets, how to become a volunteer fundraiser or fosterer, make a donation and other ways you can support us. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
A Knight at Bungay Museum
Bungay Museum recently held a special evening in the Town Council chamber to say thank you to the Friends and volunteers of the Museum for their continued support.
Black Knight (aka Ian Pycroft) dressed in period costume entertained the group with a talk about the Bigods of Bungay and beyond. He brought history alive at the event with a number of artefacts, including parts of a suit of armour, including chain mail, a gauntlet and two different style helmets from different periods.
The Friends were also given
a preview of the proposed plans for the refurbishment on Bungay Town Hall, in Broad Street. The proposals including the two rooms used by the museum. The plan makes space for the installation of a lift making all areas accessible to all.
The museum, which is open Thursday mornings and all day Saturdays, held a fundraising stall at the town's garden street market and has a small shop in the town hall. All profits from this go towards the general upkeep of the museum and its artefacts.
Friends of the Museum support
it by making an annual donation. For more information about the group, email: volunteers@ bungaymuseum.co.uk
What might the 2024 general election
mean for taxes?
There were a number of announcements made at the Spring Budget 2024 with an intended start date of April 2025. However, with a general election on the horizon, these may now never make it into law, particularly if there is a change of government.
There is typically an emergency budget in the aftermath of a general election and we are therefore likely to hear the plans of the incoming Chancellor before the end of the year.
A re-elected Conservative majority might resist bringing forward a third Finance Bill of 2024 and instead schedule any new policies into the normal Spring 2025 timetable. However, a government of any other persuasion, including a coalition, is far more likely to accelerate putting their new tax policies onto the statute book. Whilst none of the main parties have yet published their manifestos, some election promises are starting to be leaked via the media.
One of Labour's earliest commitments was to not increase either Income Tax or National Insurance (NI). In addition to this, they have also discussed the following considerations:
equity managers by tightening rules around carried interest.
• Capping Corporation Tax at 25% for the whole of the next Parliament.
The Conservative direction of travel is mainly gleaned from their recent Spring Budget, including:
• Reforming the 'non-dom' regime to make it less generous.
• Abolishing the furnished holiday let regime.
• Reducing NI, with what they phrase as a long-term ambition to abolish it altogether.
• Lifting more people out of the 'high income child benefit charge'.
• Retaining higher pension annual allowances and the abolition of the pensions lifetime allowance. Whilst there is always a bustle of tax speculation around general elections, some proves accurate and some less so, it is a pertinent time to consider your finances.
Individuals: If you habitually use your tax allowances, then do so ahead of any post-election budget.
down, then there is scope to delay a property purchase until 2025.
Business owners:
Review any large or abnormal spending such as plant and machinery purchases which may currently benefit from full expensing or Annual Investment Allowance (AIA). Fundraising under Enterprise Investment Scheme/Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS/SEIS) is another example of where monetary limits may change.
Consider any in-progress transactions. If you have a part completed transaction, then completing it ahead of any postelection budget should lock in current tax regimes. There is no doubt that new tax pledges will trickle out as full manifestos emerge. What the future holds is yet to be deciphered!
Parties at the Play Park!
The popular venue is also launching birthday parties this year. For those looking for parties based around outdoor fun and adventure, parents can book Play Park Parties and Maze Parties for groups of 10-16 children. A morning and afternoon slot will be available each day.
The Play Park Parties can be booked on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays, and will run until July 14th, before the Maize Maze is open for the summer season. At £12.95 per child, this package includes full access to the play park equipment, two hours sole use of the party room, a choice of hot or cold food, and a free return for the birthday child.
Maze Parties will run from July 20th until September 8th, and will be available any day of the week.
At £16.95 per child, this package will also include full access to
Owner Bella Hall has managed the leisure attraction since 2005, she says the extended weekends will provide more choice for visitors: "With so much on offer in the Play Park for all ages, we wanted to make sure there was another day available for those with younger children during term time. The addition of the Spring Season Tickets also enables repeat visitors to get more value for money if they intend to visit us multiple times before we open fully for the summer."
both mazes and the pedal go-karts.
"After numerous enquiries and requests, we're so delighted to launch Play Park Parties and Maze Parties this year," says Bella.
"Parents are always looking for something different for their children's birthday parties, and the Play Park and Maize Maze offers just that, with plenty of equipment and activities to keep groups of children entertained."
2024 Maize Maze Design Eagle eyes may have spotted the maze crop being planted on Southwold Maize Maze's social media accounts last week.
Although this year's design is yet to be revealed, this year's maize maze seed has gone in the ground,
and will soon be popping up from underneath the soil.
The maze was precisiondrilled using Greenstar satellite technology with the help of Carl Pitelen from Ben Burgess who helped to set it up on the drill. Dickie Barnes contractors did the drilling, working to a design created by Mazescape in conjunction with Bella.
The 2024 maze design, which will be a collaboration with a local charity, will be revealed at the beginning of July. In the meantime, for further information about the upcoming summer maize maze season and to book spring Play Park tickets: www.southwoldmaize maze.co.uk/prices-2024
• Introducing VAT and higher business rates on private schools.
• Closing so-called loop-holes in the Conservative 'non-dom' reform plans.
• Increasing taxes on private
Including pension contributions, ISA allowances, capital gains annual exemption, Inheritance Tax annual allowance and gifts of surplus income allowance. Consider accelerating or deferring transactions. For example, if you fear capital gains rates may increase, then there's a window of opportunity to crystallise gains under the current regime.
Whereas, if you think Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) rates or house prices or interest rates may come
Please note that this summary is for information purposes only, and specialist advice should always be sought prior to taking any action on matters discussed in this article.
The maze was precision drilled using Greenstar satellite technology
Ensors Chartered Accountants
Mark Hewitson, Ensors (pictured)
John Adams (Bungay Museum Trustees Chair) tries on suit of armour helmet assisted by Black Knight, Ian Pycroft
Waveney & Blyth Arts
Could you give Rolo the loving home he needs?
John Boon Landscaping
Painters and Decorators
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Recipe by Maldon Salt. www.maldonsalt.co.uk
Ingredients: Serves 6
• 130g golden caster sugar, plus extra to dust.
• 130g plain flour.
• 3 large eggs.
• Pinch of Maldon salt.
• 300ml double cream.
• 1 tbsp icing sugar.
• Strawberry jam, for filling.
• Fresh strawberries, for filling and decoration.
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 180°c.
- Grease a 33cm x 23cm swiss roll tin with a little bit of vegetable oil and then line the base with baking paper. Grease this again with some oil and then sprinkle some caster sugar into the tin and move it around to make sure it evenly covers the base and sides of the tin.
Tap out any excess.
- Place the sugar and eggs into a large bowl and use an electric whisk to beat for approximately 10 minutes until the mixture has volumized considerably and it is pale in colour. (This is when you can test it has reached 'ribbon stage' - when the whisk is lifted out the mixture and you run it across the top, it will leave a trail of mixture that sits on top, like a ribbon).
- Carefully sift the flour into the mixture in stages, folding it in after each addition. Take time to do this as it is important to keep the mixture light, fluffy and aerated.
roll tin onto the kitchen surface. Sprinkle this liberally with some more caster sugar.
- Once the sponge has baked, remove it from the oven. Run a knife carefully around the edges to make sure it isn't stuck and then tip and invert it onto the sugar-coated baking paper.
- Using a knife, draw a small cut line roughly 1cm from the edge of one of the long sides. Then starting here, carefully roll the sponge, making sure to tie the edge in tightly to create a neat spiral. Once it's rolled, keep it like this with the paper surrounding it, until the sponge has cooled.
While the sponge is cooling, prepare the fillings...
- In a separate bowl, add some strawberry jam, along with 1 tbsp water and mix so it is easier to spread.
- Finally, roughly chop some strawberries for the filling, leaving some whole for the top.
- Once the sponge has cooled, carefully unroll it. Start by spreading a layer of the strawberry jam, then sprinkle across some of the chopped strawberries. Top this with a layer of the softly whipped cream. Make sure not to make the layers too thick as it will be difficult to roll again. Once all the layers are added, carefully re-roll the sponge.
- Using a sharp, serrated knife, trim off the ends so you have a neat sponge. Decorate the top with some of the cream and fresh strawberries and enjoy! iV c t o r ia Sp o n g e S wiss Roll iV c t o r ia Sp o n g e S wiss Roll
- Once all the flour has been incorporated, pour it into the prepared tin and smooth over the top.
- Place the tin into the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until well risen, golden and baked throughout.
- While the sponge is baking, place a piece of baking paper slightly larger than your swiss
- In a large bowl add the double cream and icing sugar, then whisk until it forms soft peaks.
High Lodge wins regional Muddy Stilettos Award
High Lodge are delighted to announce we are the WINNERS of the Suffolk/Cambs 2024 Muddy Stilettos Award in the 'Best Event Venue' category! Now we have been awarded best in Suffolk & Cambs, we will be automatically put through to 2024 National Muddy Stilettos Awards. These will be judged by experienced Editors over the next few weeks and five successful finalists per category will be short-listed to go into the national finals on July 4th, with the 'Best of the Best' winners crowned on July 11th.
As a family run business, we're very proud to have won the regional title and very much look forward to showcasing our venue for the final. Jane Coppen
(Managing Director at High Lodge) says: "We're thrilled and excited to have been announced
winner of the 2024 Muddy Stilettos Awards for Best Event Venue. We're very proud of our team who all work very hard to provide a first-class service. We really can offer the whole package and experience for individuals and companies. We're currently investing in updating our facilities and are looking forward to sharing these developments with our visitors over the coming months. We thank our existing clients for supporting us and for all those who voted for us!"
Set in 120 acres of Suffolk countryside, High Lodge was designed by multi world champion clay shooter John Bidwell and is now run by his two daughters, Jane and Helen and his son-in-law, Andrew.
The Champion Suite is just one area of the business, alongside a Premier Plus Clay Shooting
School (previously voted one of the best grounds in the country), 19 luxury holiday lodges, air rifle shooting ranges, archery, fishing lakes and our popular Café Bar which is open daily, serving delicious fresh homemade dishes. All our facilities are open to all. For further information on our award and High Lodge's Summer Programme, please contact Helen Gooch by emailing: helen@highlodge.co.uk
Leiston & District Philatelic Society hold their 54th AGM
The 54th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Society was held on May 24th at the United Church Hall, Leiston.
After the Vice-Chairman's welcome to members, the minutes of the last AGM were presented and accepted and any matters arising were discussed. The various officers then presented their annual reports and questions from the floor were answered.
Mr. John Peters was then unanimously elected to fill the vacant post on the committee, and the existing society officers were re-elected en bloc. Members agreed to hold the existing membership subscription at £5 per annum after receiving advice from the Treasurer. A draft written constitution was presented
to the meeting and members proceeded to discuss the details of the draft. The Secretary advised members that, if adopted, the new constitution would replace the existing set of rules as soon as they were signed by the Chairman. Put to the vote, members voted unanimously to adopt the new constitution. 2025 will be the 55th anniversary of the Society, so members were asked to consider suggestions for the commemoration of the event to be considered at the next meeting of the Committee. The Secretary and Publicity Officer reported that the Society had been invited to give a display and exhibition of stamps and postal history in the Boardroom of the Longshop Museum on Suffolk Day on June 21st, and the Secretary
had confirmed that the Society would be there and asked for members to volunteer to man the exhibition and provide material for display on the day. There being no further business, the Vice Chairman closed the meeting and thanked members for attending. After a break for refreshments, there followed a one sheet competition of stamp displays from many different countries, and members voted by secret ballot to choose the winner and runner-up. First prize went to Stephen Teuma and the runnerup was George Woolnough. Further information about the Society and it's activities can be obtained by emailing: alanmartin42@btinternet.com or the Secretary: andysoutar@btinternet.com
Autobiography launch and conversation
Former European, Commonwealth and World Champion, Iwan Thomas will be in conversation at The Riverside, Woodbridge on July 8th at 7:30pm.
Considered one of the finest 400m runners that Britain has ever seen, Iwan is now a popular TV and radio presenter.
Sharing the story of his life and career, the highs and the lows, and the mental, emotional and physical challenges of competing in elite sport, Iwan is joining us for this special evening event on the release of his autobiography, 'Brutal'.
Iwan put everything into becoming and remaining an elite athlete. After a stint as a worldclass BMX rider in his youth, he dedicated himself to running and between 1996 and 1998 established himself as one of the world's fastest men, taking gold in both the 400m and the 4x400m at the European Championships, silver at the Olympics and gold at the Worlds. His British 400m record of 44.36s stood for nearly 25 years. But he was beset with injuries and in 2012 finally conceded retirement. Since then, he's built a
successful media profile while also undertaking gruelling physical challenges. He's run several marathons, participated in a number of triathlons, and also completed the 100 mile South Downs Way ultra race. There have been mental and emotional challenges too, both in his sporting career and in his personal life. He suffered an extended period of anxiety and depression as he adjusted to life as a former athlete, and his newborn son was desperately ill. 'Brutal' is an honest and absorbing read, about being the best you can be - as an athlete and as a person. This promises to be a fascinating, wide-ranging, entertaining and enlightening evening.
Tickets are £20 and include a signed copy of 'Brutal' (RRP £20) One further ticket may be purchased for £12 (without the book). For more information, please visit: www.theriverside. co.uk or call: 01394 382174.
Dates for your diaries for the 2024/2025 season. We're looking forward to seeing all our players and supporters soon!
League dates:
• 7th September: Colchester IV Away
• 21st September: Clacton II Away
• 28th September: Harwich II Away
• 12th October: Braintree II Away
• 19th October: Bury IV Away
• 26th October: Ipswich III Home
• 9th November: Woodbridge II Away
• 16th November: Mistley II Home
• 23rd November: Ipswich YM II Away
• 7th December: Mersea II Home
• 21st December: Clacton II Home
• 4th January 2025: Harwich II Away
• 11th January: Braintree III Home
• 18th January: Bury IV Home
• 1st February: Ipswich III Away
• 15th February: Woodbridge II Home
• 1st March: Mistley II Away
• 8th March: Ipswich YM II Home
• 22nd March: Mersea II Away
• 5th April: Colchester IV Home www.aldeburghrugby.co.uk
Summer is here at last!
The cricket season is well and truly under way now, although the weather hasn't quiet got the memo. Luckily, it hasn't affected our season, with no games being cancelled to date.
The biggest problem we find as a club is player availability. We are always looking for new members.
If you're new to the game or want to make a come back, you'd be welcome to make contact and have a chat.
Despite occasional struggles to find 11 available players, it has been a very encouraging start to the season and a big improvement on last year. Particularly pleasing has been the number of people who have contributed with bat,
ball and in the field. The victory against a strong Woodbridge team was the stand out performance and Ed Turner's century in that game a polished and classy effort.
Englands defence of the T20 World Cup has got off to a sticky start, but now they have made it through to the Super 8, hopefully they can go on and win.
This summer also offers the Vitality Blast, which is an exciting alternative and hopefully encourages more people to play.
After six games and four wins, Saxmundham Sports Cricket Club currently sit 3rd in Division 9 East. June results:
• 1st June: Woodbridge II 139 all out Saxmundham 193/7 Saxmundham won by 54 runs.
• 8th June: Stradbroke 119 all out Saxmundham 194/7 Saxmundham won by 75 runs.
• 15th June: Ipswich and ES II 26 all out Saxmundham 189/5
Saxmundham won by 173 runs.
Upcoming fixtures:
• 6th July: Melton St. Audry's II (h)
• 13th July: Stowupland (a)
• 20th July: Ipscol II (h)
• 27th July: Felixstowe Cor III (a)
Outstanding performances have included centuries by Ed Turner and Billy Thurston and five wkt hauls by Simon Halliday and Gary Butler.
Hopefully, the summer sun will appear soon and we can leave the jumpers in the changing room. If you feel like putting on those whites and enjoying those summer cricket teas, then contact Niraj on 07960 219653 or Gary on 07891 691431.
ARE YOU
Members of Saxmundham Tennis Club recently got the summer tennis season off to a flying start with a marathon tennis tournament in aid of the East Anglian Air Ambulance charity.
Held on June 1st, and organised by club member and Saxmundham resident Jennie Pink, some 22 players took part in the day-long event. Club Chairman, Frances Paul said: "It was a great day, with
some good battles and long rallies on-court, plus a wonderful array of refreshments to keep us all going. A huge thank you to Jennie Pink for organising, and for everyone who took part, with a special mention to Sharon Buxton who played for the full seven hours! Also well done to our Club Secretary Fiona Foreman for encouraging her grandson Zavier (age 10) to join us as the youngest player. We're delighted to have raised
these funds for this important local charity." Players' comments
• Ken said: "Excellent fun for all the family"
• Sharon said: "Great fun, and the weather has been kind, a champion fundraiser!"
• Charlotte said: "Lots of fun, a very exciting and enjoyable day." Find out more about Saxmundham Tennis Club at: www.saxtennis.co.uk
Leiston Town Bowls Club
Season 2024 continues to show the clubs improving success, winning more games than we are losing.
Across all four leagues, we're building up the points and holding our position in the top three spots of the leagues. Notable wins against Yoxford, Melton and Laxfield... Clubs we have struggled against in the past. We're also proud of hosting the Suffolk County teams. It's very pleasing to hear both home and away players complimenting the green and facilities. Our hospitality team continue to receive deserved praise for their customer services. So far, the two games played have helped improve the club coffers by over
Leiston Football Club announce exciting new partnership
Elite Graphics in new partnership with Leiston Football Club.
Leiston Football Club have made yet another great summer signing, this time to strengthen its media team. The club is delighted to welcome North Suffolk based Elite Graphics on board for the forthcoming season and hopefully beyond. The club's media output is very important and we look forward to seeing their fresh, contemporary work across all our media platforms. After speaking to the owners
of Elite Graphics (Shane Gosling and Aaron Cook) they had the following to say:
"Elite Graphics are extremely proud and excited in partnering up with Leiston Football Club for the 2024/2025 season. Our first aim is to bring fans closer to the club and to enhance engagement with the local community.
Lowestoft-based Elite Graphics specialise in sports and business graphics whilst providing social media management and photography. Leiston Football Club encourages everyone to visit and follow Elite Graphics on social media: Facebook: Elite Graphics, Instagram: Elite_Graphics_2023, X: @23elitegraphics. www.leistonfc.co.uk
Elite Graphics will handle all the club's graphic design needs and manage social media platforms to keep fans updated with all the latest news as soon as it breaks. We are thrilled to be working with a football club that has a passion for their fan base and their local community."
Saxmundham Cricket Club
Saxmundham Tennis Club
(L to R): Club members Fiona, Sally, Jennie and Kevin enjoy the refreshments and prize draw goodies!
Event organiser and club member Jennie Pink Players take part to raise £1,000
JUNE 30TH
The Great Garden Trail: Leiston Open Gardens
22 Southfield Drive, Leiston, IP16 4DP
11am-4pm. Delightful gardens in a quiet cul-de-sac with a variety of designs covering up to 1/3 of an acre. Experience tropical & prairie planting, formal & gravel gardens & herbaceous varieties & many types of grasses. 2 new gardens added this year. Adults £5, under 16s free. Most gardens have limited wheelchair access. Not all gardens will allow dogs, all access info will be clearly displayed at the events. Parking may be on-site or nearby & charges may apply.
JULY 2ND
Framlingham Tuesday Market Market Hill, Framlingham
Smaller weekday market held each Tuesday. You'll find our friendly, long-standing regular traders: Darren Smith (fishmongers), Brown Bread (bakery), Etheridge Nurseries (fruit, veg & plants) & Cupboard Love (plastic free, bring your own receptacles for refills of wholefoods and household items). More info: townclerk@framlingham.com
JULY 2ND, 9TH, 16TH, 23RD & 30TH
Curry Night
Theberton Lion
6pm-9pm. Join us each & every Tuesday for a selection of our tasty house-made curries. Booking recommended.
JULY 5TH, 12TH, 19TH & 26TH Friday Night Youth Club
The FAYAP Youth & Arts Centre, Saxtead Rd, Framlingham 6:30pm-9pm. Every Friday evening during school term-time. Entry £1.50. For more info, email: fayapcentre@gmail.com
JULY 5TH, 12TH, 19TH & 26TH
PhotoShed Photography Session
SAX Community Fridge, Queen's Head car park, IP17 1DF 10:30am-12:30pm. Free weekly photography session led by photographer Richard Allenby-Pratt. Learn how to take good photos, meet people, enjoy being outdoors, improve wellbeing & have fun! Open to anyone living in postcodes: IP15, IP16, IP17. Just bring along a camera/smartphone. Please get in touch if you require additional support to access equipment. For more info, email: info@theartstation.uk or call: 07927 770421.
JULY 6TH
Jazz @ Jubilee presents... Polly Gibbons Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall
Doors open: 7pm. Starts: 7:30pm. Jazz, blues and R&B from a soulful singing star. Tickets: £20.
JULY 6TH, 13TH, 20TH & 27TH Saturday Market Market Hill, Framlingham
Main market of the week. Held every Saturday. A varied selection of stalls with friendly long-standing regular and casual traders. Our regulars: Darren Smith (fishmonger), Brown Bread (bakery), Etheridge Nurseries (fruit, veg & plants), Carl Jones (fruit, veg & baskets), Over the Moon Café (crepes, waffles, hot & cold drinks), The Cheese & Pie Man, Turnstone Ales, T & R Hardwear, Darron Crane Fashions & Rainstick Trading (gifts & musical instruments imported, bags, blankets rugs, cushions, coconut bowls & wooden carvings). For more info, email: townclerk@framlingham.com
JULY 7TH
East Coast Japanese Car Show: Shinka Stonham Barns Park
10am-4pm. East Coast Japanese is an East Anglian-based club who hold popular car & coffee meets & are now evolving to a show. Come & see anything Japanese manufactured; cars, trucks & bikes are welcome. Trophies up for grabs on the day. Food & drink outlets available. Tickets: £10 pp. Under 12's free. Vehicle entry: Individual display/club ticket: £10, additional passenger: £5 & bikes: £5. Plenty more to see at Stonham Barns Park on the day. For more info/to enter your vehicle, email: eastcoastjapanese@outlook.com.
JULY 7TH
Morris at the Museum
The Long Shop Museum
10am-4pm. Open to all Morris cars, vans & commercials. Raising funds for our 1937 McLaughlin Buick & 1926 Garrett Trolleybus restorations.
JULY 13TH
Saxmundham Artisan Market Saxmundham Market Hall
9am-3pm. On the 2nd Saturday of the month. Popular, varied & well-supported.
JULY 14TH
Sizewell Summer SLAMDOWN! Sizewell Sports & Social Club
2pm. SOS Wrestling presents live pro wrestling! Book tickets at: www.ringsideworld.co.uk
JULY 15TH AVSFHG Members' Stories
Fromus Centre, Saxmundham, IP17 1AL 2 members of the Alde Valley Suffolk Family History Group will entertain members & visitors with stories from their own family history research. Starting: 2:30pm.
• 'The Tram Drivers' Window' by Janet Huckle will tell the story of a stained glass window. The unveiling of the window, a memorial to London County Council tramway-men who gave their lives in WWI, the event & the people who were there.
• 'The Story of Alfred T. Cullen' by Jane Evans. What happened to Alfred T. Cullen, a boy sailor with the Royal Navy? The family story says that he once served on HMS Victory & was shipwrecked off the coast of Tasmania. Extensive searches of shipwreck records for 30 years found nothing, but recent DNA testing has at last provided his descendants with an answer.
No need to book, just turn up, £1 for members, £3 visitors, incl. tea/
coffee/biscuits. Good, free car-parking. Only members can take part via Zoom. But it's only £8 for a year's membership. www.avsfhg.org.uk/membership
JULY 15TH
Freemason Open Evening
Masonic Chapel, Saxmundham
6pm-8pm. Ever wondered what freemasonry is all about? From meeting new friends, helping local charities & events financially, to having social events, ie: ladies night, race nights, quiz nights, BBQ's & dining out. If you'd like to meet new friends & and be part of our local & surrounding area community, come along to our open evening. Snacks & refreshments available & we can welcome & explain to you what we do & show you our history of freemasonry in Saxmundham over the last 100 years! 18+. Wives, partners & ex-servicemen are very welcome to come along.
JULY 17TH
Bereavement Café
The Red House, Aldeburgh
2pm. Run by our trained volunteers, join us for free in the beautiful & peaceful surroundings of The Red House for our monthly Bereavement Café. A welcoming space for those coping with loss to gather, meet, talk & find comfort and support in shared experiences.
JULY 18TH-21ST
Beer Festival
The Station Hotel, Framlingham
Join us for our 15th Annual Beer Festival! 15 real ales & woodfired pizza! Live music plus DJ Issy & hog roast on Saturday. Thurs & Fri 6pm to finish. Sat & Sun 12pm to finish. For more info, call 01728 723455.
JULY 20TH
128th Framlingham Horse Show 2024 Framlingham Castle
8am-4pm. Light horse classes from 8:30am, Suffolk horse classes from 11:45am, Carriage driving classes from 11am at Framlingham College & Carriage parade through town to parade at Castle Meadow at 2pm. Tradestands & refreshments. Free admission.
JULY 20TH
Fram Makers Market
Unitarian Meeting House, Framlingham 10am-3pm. A showcase of local creative talents & crafts.
On the 3rd Saturday of every month.
For more info, email: frammakersmarket@gmail.com
JULY 20TH
'Birds for Beginners' Guided Walk RSPB Minsmere
10am-12:30pm. New to birdwatching? Don't know where to start?
Minsmere is the perfect place to discover the wonder of birds. For more info, visit: tinyurl.com/BirdForBeginners2024
JULY 20TH
Christian Fellowship Event
Church Square, Leiston
11am-4pm. Readings & music based on Psalms with cup of tea in the church hall. Churches are asking for members to be sponsored to take part, with proceeds going to the Bible Society. Pop in to listen, or be sponsored to take part. Forms available at churches in Leiston and Saxmundham, or on the day.
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want" - Psalm 23.
JULY 20TH
Grill Night
Sizewell Sports & Social Club
All you can eat buffet for £20pp followed by live entertainment. £5 deposit pp. Book now to save disappointment. For more info, call: 01728 830025 or email: sizewellclub@hotmail.com
JULY 20TH-SEPTEMBER 1ST
Medieval Season
Framlingham Castle
10am-5pm. Join us at Framlingham Castle during the summer holidays to learn what life was like in medieval times. From jester workshops,
have-a-go archery, storytelling, squire training to lessons in courtly etiquette, there will be a different activity each week for children to take part in. Book online and save 15%.
JULY 21ST
CTG American Car, Bike & Hot Rod Show
Stonham Barns Park
10am-4pm. Fun-filled day of American cars, bikes, trucks and hot rods, with live music, autojumble, trophies to be won & show & shine. Food & drink available/bring a picnic along to enjoy. General admission/passengers £10 pp. Under 16's free. For more info, visit: www.carrottowngarage.co.uk or call Stuart Davies at CTG on: 07713 267334. Plus, plenty more to see at Stonham Barns Park on the day.
JULY 21ST
Steampunk Spectacular
The Long Shop Museum
10am-4pm. Steampunk with real steam! Our Victorian industrial museum is the backdrop for some steampunk shenanigans, accompanied by live steam engines.
JULY 22ND-AUGUST 23RD
Farmlympics!
Easton Farm Park
Our first ever Farmlympics is coming this summer holidays! Join us for oodles of fun incl: games with prizes, daily foam parties, usual tractor rides & activities, plus the grand opening of a new outdoor play addition! Earlybird Tickets available now! www.eastonfarmpark.co.uk
JULY 26TH-AUGUST 3RD
'Good Morning Bill' by P. G. Wodehouse
Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall
A fast-paced 1920s comedy, presented by Aldeburgh Classic Theatre. To book, call: 01728 343344.
JULY 27TH
Live Music: Rock Solid Alibi Sizewell Sports & Social Club
3pm-6pm. Playing live on our outside stage. For more info, call: 01728 830025 or email: sizewellclub@hotmail.com
JULY 27TH & 28TH
Calm at The Barn Festival
Stonham Barns Park
Sat: 9am-10pm, Sun: 9am-5pm. Free workshops that will expand your mind & soul, from psychic powers to crystal healing, & even feminine empowerment! Join in drumming circles, yoga, meditations & mediumship demonstrations. Tarot & palm readings, rejuvenating healing sessions, & browse through a myriad of handmade crafts, precious jewellery & sparkling crystals. Special area for children. Dedicated men's health and well-being area. Live music, food & drink. For more info, email: info@orionevents.co.uk or visit: www.calmatthebarn.co.uk
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Deben Rotary host successful Charity Concert
piano.
The sun shone, the audience were enthusiastic, and after expenses, over £700 was raised for the Rotary Charity account. This helps the club to support a wide range of local, national and international causes.
Our thanks go to Andrew and the Choral Society members and also to the public for their generous support of this event.
Barcelona paella
As featured in Places & Faces
Magazine. To subscribe to Places&Faces (THE luxury lifestyle magazine for Norfolk & Suffolk) delivered straight to your door, visit their website: www.placesandfaces.co.uk
The classic paella, a cult favourite within the Spanish cuisine. Paired with saffron flavoured rice, this dish carries an abundance of flavours, including chicken; Norwegian Lobster, squid, mussels and monkfish. Recipe by Maldon Salt. www.maldonsalt.co.uk
Ingredients: Serves 2-4
For the Sauté:
• 3 tbsp Olive oil.
• 1⁄2 Medium onion.
• 1/3 Green pepper.
• 1⁄2 Head of garlic.
• 250g Fresh or preserved tomato.
• 1 pinch of sugar.
For the Paella:
• 400g Rice.
• 300g chopped chicken.
• 350g Squid.
• 250g Green beans.
• 75g Fresh or frozen peas.
• 6 Prawns.
• 6 Norwegian Lobsters.
• 400g Clean mussels.
• 12 chunks of Monkfish.
• 200 ml of Extra virgin olive oil.
• 1⁄2 tsp Saffron.
• 800 ml Fish stock.
• Maldon® Salt.
Method:
- For the mussels, heat 2 inches of water in a saucepan over a high heat.
- When it reaches the boil, add the mussels for a minute, remove from the heat and set aside without opening the lid.
- Whilst the mussels are boiling, begin prepping the remainder of the vegetables, chopping finely.
- Heat the paella pan, keeping the pan on a medium-high heat in the centre, whilst keeping the sides at a low heat.
- Pour 2 Tbsp of oil in the centre of the paella pan. Add the head of garlic to the pan.
- Brown the Norwegian Lobsters and prawns for 1 minute on either side and remove them.
- For the sauté base, move the garlic to the side of the paella pan, add another 1 Tbsp of oil and sauté the onion until it starts to turn transparent.
- Add the green pepper and stir the mixture as it cooks for 5 minutes at a low heat.
everything together and push it back to the sides.
- Sauté the green beans and peas for 2 minutes. Bring the sauté mixture back from the sides to the centre and stir everything together.
- Add the remaining oil and the rice, stirring with the ingredients for 2 minutes over a high heat.
- Spread the whole mixture evenly over the paella pan, with the garlic head in the middle.
- Add the fish stock.
- Add the tomato and stir the mixture together.
- Add a pinch of sugar and Maldon Salt.
- Move the sauté mix to the sides of the paella pan where the heat is lower. Add another tablespoon of oil and fry the chicken for 5-10 minutes and the squid 5 for minutes more (until they are golden).
- Bring the sauté mix back to the centre of the paella pan, mix
- When the water boils, lower the heat to the minimum and leave to simmer for 20 minutes. After 10 minutes, add the diced monkfish to the rice.
- Open the mussels, keeping only the shell with the mussel meat.
- Finally, place the prawns, Norwegian Lobsters and mussels on top of the rice.
- After 20 minutes, turn off the heat, cover with a clean tea towel and leave to rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve with eighths of lemon and finish with a pinch of Maldon Salt.
