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Coming out of winter hibernation!

As the days get longer, and a little warmer, it's time to come out of hibernation!

Members of U3A East Suffolk are already enjoying the 2024 programme of talks, with meetings at Kesgrave, Woodbridge, Felixstowe and Saxmundham, and they are looking forward to more!

In March, members can celebrate the lives of notable Suffolk women, find out about haunted pubs and ghosts or about Suffolk estuaries, and listen to a U3A ukulele band.

In April, there will be insights into the life of a wildlife photographer, the work of the East Anglian Air Ambulance, the influence of birdsong on poets and composers, as well as life at sea and the fishing industry.

Full information is available on: www.U3Aeastsuffolk.org.uk There are more than 2,500 U3A East Suffolk members, people who have joined with a view to getting the most out of life. They are meeting up at lunch clubs, in walking groups, quizzing, practicing foreign languages, discussing arts and sciences and making new friends and memories.

New members are welcome, with the expectation that they will contribute to the success of the group. Membership is on an annual basis, costs less than £20 for a full year and gives members access to all the organisation's many activities.

For more information about U3A, please see the website or call: 0300 123 3913.

Framlingham Fellowship news Our January meeting was held in the venue room at The Castle Inn and included a very interesting talk by Lily Benbow, Director of Noble Prawn Ltd. Lily explained her life so far from catering college in Dublin, working in hotels and The House of Commons, to being a Detective in the Met Police and then coming to live in Suffolk to be a private chef at many various locations. We were all amazed at her journey and thank her for a very interesting talk and of course the very delicious nibbles Lily brought along. Our thanks to The Castle Inn for providing us with a venue.

The March 21st meeting will be held at The Stables at The

Crown 2:30pm and include a talk from Ruth Goudy, the Flower writer and broadcaster from Kiln Farm Nursery at Kesgrave. Flower Power - How flowers benefit our wellbeing.

Our meetings are open to all, include refreshments and we look forward to seeing new faces in 2024, meetings start at 2:30pm, at The Crown Hotel.

For further information please email: framlingham-suffolk@ sja.org.uk. We look forward to welcoming our speakers to our meetings in 2024, which include Jim Jarvie OBE talking about his time with HM Customs and Excise and UK Border Force, chair based yoga, a visit to Scarlett and Mustard factory and coach trip to Bury St. Edmunds.

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The East Anglia Working Trials and Training Society (EAWTTS) hold their annual working trials competitions on farmland near Alderton, Woodbridge.

Attracting big and small dogs of all varieties, working trials is an exciting outdoor activity for dog owners.

Competitions held throughout the country comprise of three to four phases: • Scent work: The tracking test requires dogs to follow a human trail between 30 minutes to three hours old, finding small articles that have been dropped along the way. Following on from that a "search square" requires the dog to find articles placed in a marked off 25m square area.

• Control: This is where the dog is tested during heel-work, recall, retrieve and "send-aways", with redirection at the higher levels (the ability to send the dog to at least two different places in the area). Included in this section are the "Stays".

• Agility: Agility comprises of a high jump of up to three foot, a long jump of up to 8'6" and a scale jump of 5'6".

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• Patrol: Only attracting the higher qualified dogs and frequently running over two days, as well as the exercises above, includes tests of search and escort, pursuit, detention and recall.

The assisting stewards play the role of a "criminal" and wear a padded arm for protection. The essence of this part of the trial is to prove owners have the highest level of control over their dogs, whilst tapping into their natural 'play' drive.

The EAWTTS Open Trial is held on March 2nd and 3rd. Their Championship Trial runs from March 20th to 24th.

Qualification at a Championship Working Trial allows the addition of letters after the dog's official Kennel Name. To compete at championship level, dogs have first to achieve a qualifying level of competence at an open trial.

For more information about the trials, and the society, please call Diane Ling (Chairperson) on 07973 784861 or email: diane_ling2000@yahoo.co.uk.

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Kelsale Post Office closure It seems that when the current postmaster at Saxmundham retires in March, the other outreach Post Offices in the surrounding villages (Snape, Yoxford, Wangford and Walberswick) will be replaced by a mobile van from Ipswich but not Kelsale, because it's "too close to Saxmundham"! This is despite the fact that the incoming Saxmundham postmaster is perfectly willing to continue the service when he takes over.

The Kelsale Post Office Outreach Service is provided every Wednesday morning and it is usually vibrant, full of people and very busy. It has a strong community function. Many of the Kelsale residents are elderly and/ or disabled, and many don't have a car. Kelsale Post Office provides a chance to do banking when banks all around are closing. The Post

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Saxmundham Post Office is in the middle of the busy High Street with no parking outside - pretty well impossible to access if of limited mobility. There has been no consultation about this and the villagers are most concerned.

If you are also concerned, please write to our MP, Dr Thérèse Coffey (who lives in Saxmundham). She will be meeting the Post Office Minister to challenge the decision: therese. coffey.mp@parliament.uk, 4 Cumberland Street, Woodbridge, IP12 4AB. You may also wish to make representations to Wendy Hamilton: Network Provision Lead at Post Office (Norfolk, Suffolk and North Essex), Franchise Partnering, 100 Wood Street, London, EC2V 7ER, 07753 905010, wendy.hamilton@ postoffice.co.uk.

On March 31st at 3pm, Saxmundham Adventure Playground will be holding their Annual Easter Egg Hunt on the playground at Carlton Park.

The first Egg Hunt was held in 1992 and has become an Annual Event ever since, with the same organisers in attendance every year.

If you have not attended before, we hide cardboard eggs around the playground (to enable us to do this we will be closing the playground from 2:30pm-3pm on the day). At 3pm the Egg Hunt begins and once the children have found the cardboard eggs they can exchange them for chocolate eggs (we provide the eggs).

The weather has always played an important part in encouraging families to attend but come rain, sunshine or even snow we will be there and we hope you will too. There is no charge for this event but there will be a donation bucket.

The last fundraising event was the Victorian Evening in December when we held our Christmas Tombola. A very big thank you to all those who contributed to the evening by donating items for the tombola.

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Every Year we have an Annual Inspection of the playground and one of the items picked up by the inspector last year was the lack of information on the notice board at the entrance to the playground. New Notice Boards were bought showing signs for No Dogs, No Bikes on the playground and that it is a Designated Alcohol Free Area, plus a sign telling you to take your litter home or use the bins provided. It also gives the Three Word Location (which is a simple way of locating the playground for emergency use).

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Gippeswyk Singers 'Hot Baroque' conducted by Janette Ruocco Gippeswyk Singers are pleased to announce their upcoming spring concert, which will take place on March 23rd at 7:30pm at St. Michael and All Angels Church, Martlesham Heath, IP5 3PL. The choir will be joined by the Dargason String Quartet

to perform Baroque music by Gluck, Handel, Pergolesi and Vivaldi. The programme includes Pergolesi's famous 'Stabat Mater' written for soprano, alto, tenor and bass choir parts, and the exuberant and regal 'Zadok the Priest' composed by Handel for the coronation of George II.

Under the direction of Janette Ruocco, Gippeswyk Singers are working towards surpassing their previous concert, which was described by some of the audience to be their best performance ever.

Rehearsals have included an open sing morning. Existing choir members were joined by other

singers who were interested in experiencing a rehearsal of the Stabat Mater.

Refreshments will be available after the concert. Tickets are £12 on the door or £10 in advance and are available from: www. ticketsource/gippeswyk-singers or by phoning 01473 620353.

Mother's Day bliss in Suffolk What's on at Saxmundham Library?

Southwold to the quieter stretches of coastline around Aldeburgh and Thorpeness, Suffolk's coast offers a range of spectacular scenery to enjoy. Move inland and explore the lovely River Waveney and surrounding meadows.

For mums who are foodies, we have an abundance of superb local produce. The region is famous for its fresh seafood, as well as its delicious locally produced cheese, jams, and chutneys. There are many fantastic restaurants and cafes throughout the region, offering a range of cuisines and

• Wednesday 6th: Bee Keeping Talk & Presentation • Sunday 10th: Mother’s Day Special Sharing Platter - £15pp • Friday 29th: Good Friday, Homemade Hot Cross Buns • Sunday 31st: Easter Sunday, 3pm Easter Egg Draw & Homemade Waffles • Mon 1st April: Easter Monday, Tea Room 2nd Yr Anniversary Try our Easter Monday Sharing Platter! £15pp PLEASE BOOK TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT & DISCUSS DIETARY REQUIREMENTS

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dining experiences, including a fabulous afternoon tea! There is something to suit every taste.

For a more indulgent way to celebrate Mother's Day, why not book a spa day? Suffolk has many beauticians, spas and wellness centres that offer a range of treatments and services to help you and your mum relax and unwind. From massage and beauty treatments to yoga and meditation classes, there is something to suit every preference.

Finally, you could consider treating your mum to a special gift or experience. There are lots of independent shops and boutiques throughout Suffolk that offer unique and thoughtful gifts for mums, such as handmade jewellery, artisan chocolates, and local craft items. Whether your mum loves the great outdoors, enjoys art and culture, or simply wants to relax and be pampered, Suffolk has something to offer. So why not plan a special day for your mum this Mother's Day, and show her how much she means to you!

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Suffolk Libraries Day is nearly here (March 23rd) and is our annual fundraising event, celebrating the important work our libraries do for communities across Suffolk.

• Quiz Evening: Starts at 7pm, March 8th. Book and pay for your tickets in the library at £5 per person (maximum of six in a team). Bring your own drinks, glasses and snacks. There will be prizes to be won and a cash raffle.

• Cake Sale: Could you donate some baking (sweet or savoury) for our Cake Sale? It will run from March 22nd-24th. Lots of yummy treats will be on sale.

• Creative Writing Group: Now a self-run group and would love to see more new and old faces! They are a friendly group of enthusiastic writers who take turns in leading the group on alternate Wednesday afternoons, leading to a wide selection of writing tasks and ideas. They also share their short stories and welcome feedback from members. Meeting from 1pm to 2:30pm at Saxmundham Library. All abilities and genres welcome. 28th February, 13th and 27th March, 10th and 24th April, 8th and 22nd May. Thank you to Natasha for running and supporting these sessions over the last couple of years and we wish you well with your own writing and work.

• Wellbeing Friends Session: March 12th, from 1pm-2pm.

Working in collaboration, Wellbeing Suffolk and Suffolk Libraries are running a special face-to-face friends session at Saxmundham Library.

Come and join this one hour session where you'll become a Wellbeing Friend and learn all about the health and wellbeing support on offer at Suffolk Libraries. As a friend to our service, you'll be an essential part of our mission to support anyone in Suffolk who may

need us - you'll send people Sessions run on 1st & 3rd Friday in our direction when you each month from 2pm-4pm. If you're interested, please come suspect they may need support with their mental health, and in along and learn the game with return you get to be a part of our experienced volunteers. a group of likeminded people. 16th February, 1st & 15th March, 5th & 19th April, 3rd The session is free of charge and everyone is welcome! & 17th May. To book, please visit: www. • Dementia & Long Term Health Condition Support Group: wellbeingnands.co.uk/suffolk/ event/wellbeing-friends-with- 3rd Friday of each month from suffolk-libraries-14/? or scan 11am-12:30pm. 15th March the below QR code with your (outing to Woodbridge, meet at Saxmundham library), 19th smartphone: April, 17th May, 21st June. For those living with conditions, carers, family and professionals.

All welcome.

• Friday Readers Book Group: Last Friday each month, 1:30pm (23rd February, 26th April, 31st May, 28th June). Read the chosen book, discuss and • Christmas Quiz sheet: The receive the next book. No winner was Carole M with a meeting in March due to the whopping 68 out of 70 and she library being closed on Good received a well deserved £10 Friday.

Tesco voucher. Thank you to • Family History: Drop in everyone that bought a sheet sessions on 2nd Tuesday each and took part. month 2:30pm-4:30pm (12th • LEGO Group runs on the March, 9th April, 14th May, first and third Saturday of 11th June). Our experienced each month, not during school volunteer can help you trace holidays, from 11am-12:30pm. your family, learn how to search Next sessions: 2nd & 16th and take DNA tests.

March, 20th April, 4th & 18th • Wiggly Wednesdays: After May. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, school art sessions for children squash and biscuits available and families. Wednesday after too. Do you have any unwanted school 3:30pm to 4:30pm.

Lego that you could donate to All materials kindly provided our Lego Group? Please drop and run by The Art Station. donations into the library. Donations welcome. No Donations greatly appreciated! sessions during school holidays.

• iPad/iPhone Course: Five • Baby Bounce/Tot Rock: weeks of iPad/iPhone ongoing Tuesdays and Fridays from support. Bring your problems 9:30am-10am. Free sessions and questions, learn tips and for parent/carer and baby/ new things to use your device toddler with gentle songs and for, whilst building confidence. rhymes. No sessions during Runs from 10am-12pm on school holidays.

Monday 8th, 15th, 22nd, April • TopTime: Every Thursday and 13th & 20th May. £60 per from 10am-12pm. Something person, please book your place different every week for adults, at the library; payment can be lots of chatter with tea and made by cash or card. biscuits. £1 per person. Talks, • Mah Jong: Would you like to craft, games, quiz, bingo, play learn? Can you play already? reading, sing-a-longs, health

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and activity sessions, etc.

(22nd February: TALK from Sharon Hobbs 'Introduction to Communities Together East Anglia, 29th February - Quiz, 14th March Talk by author Ronald Binns -'George Orwell & Suffolk' followed by an opportunity to ask questions and purchase signed copies).

• NHS Hearing Aid Clinic: For repairs, tubing and batteries. All hearing aid repairs/consumables will require an appointment by phoning: 01473 286060.

Batteries will be dispensed without appointment. 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1pm-3pm (21st Feb, 20th March, 17th April, 15th May, 19th June) • Home Library Service: Runs on the first Tuesday of each month. A service for those unable to leave their own home.

Let us know if you or someone you know would like this service (long or short term). If you'd like to become a volunteer for this service, please complete our online volunteer application form on our website.

• Citizens Advice: Every Wednesday 10am-12pm (available for support and advice). Free advice on issues like housing, benefits, money, debt, immigration, relationships, and employment.

• East Suffolk Council: Every Wednesday 10am4pm. Council Tax, Housing, Benefits, Environment, Leisure, Planning, Waste, etc).

• Warm Space: Free hot and cold drinks and biscuits available, during all of our opening hours.

All donations of items or cash are very much appreciated to keep it running.

Lego/Duplo, Colouring Sheets, Board Games and Jigsaws available to use in the library.

Jigsaws can also be taken home to do and we are happy to receive board game and jigsaw donations.

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It's a time to show appreciation to our mums and thank them for all they do for us.

East Anglia is a great place to celebrate Mother's Day, with its stunning scenery, vibrant culture, and wide range of activities and events. One of the best ways to celebrate Mother's Day is to take a relaxing stroll along the county's beautiful coastline.

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Leiston & Framlingham Community News - March 2024 - 7

J T Wilding Limited

"Big enough to cope, small enough to care"

Leiston Barclays bank rally on February 10th

Image credit: Harry Bamford

Barclays closing in Leiston The matter of banks closing in a rural communities has really started to take effect and it seems that (although not rostered to close in 2024) the last branch of Barclays bank in Leiston has given notice to its clients that the branch will shut its doors this coming May. Whilst eventually a Hub service may be put in place, and the Post Office will do 'bankinglite' (my new term, let Suffolk take that credit for this at least!), it really isn't the service that some 30,000 local customers have come to expect.

Apps and tele-banking have certainly taken over the volume of transactions, but that doesn't 'level up' when it comes to customers both domestic and

commercial having to take a three hour hike to Ipswich or Lowestoft to be carry out the important transactions.

The Financial Conduct Authority are supposed to support the public in ensuring this last branch issue can be halted.

But they are not ready with their plan! So the local authorities are being called upon as they offer transitional training for those who need digital support to join the new faceless world.

Legislation named 'Consumer Duty' should be in the eye of all banks but it seems Barclays have skipped any authority in Suffolk and customers are in the for a life of 'Put Up & Shut Up'!

The question is, with your millions of pounds worth of

money in their bank, is this the best the banks can do in Suffolk?

This is being put to Barclays.

Incensed residents and local politicians have taken on this impactful change of events. To have your voice heard, email:

Leiston Barclays bank rally on February 10th Image credit: Harry Bamford

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Only the Bank is closing the door, not the customers!

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J T Wilding Limited is a wellestablished local heating and plumbing company, delivering maintenance, breakdown repairs and new installations for domestic, corporate and public sector markets.

Specialising in the provision and servicing of oil and gas fired heating systems; we undertake work in domestic dwellings and larger facilities such as schools, retail units, care homes, industrial and commercial premises.

The company was founded in 1975 by John Wilding, a local

innovator within the heating and repair industry. Being a family firm at its core, customer care and attention continue to be at the forefront of everything we do. We pride ourselves on delivering an expert and efficient service.

All operations are carried out from our base in Martlesham, Ipswich. A highly trained, long serving engineering team and support staff are equipped with a wealth of experience to tackle any challenge confidently and safely.

To give all customers the peace of mind that the expected standards

can be met and exceeded, the company is suitably accredited to Gas Safe, Safe Contractor, CHAS and OFTEC. Call us on 01473 611744 to book your boiler service or to discuss any plumbing and heating needs you have. www.jtwilding.com enquires@jtwilding.com

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Discover Saxmundham!

A quaint town brimming with history, charm and local delights Saxmundham, tucked away in the heart of Suffolk, might seem like just another sleepy English town at first glance, but don't let its quaint facade fool you. This hidden gem is bursting with character and charm.

From its picturesque streets lined with centuries-old buildings to its bustling market square, Saxmundham offers a

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One of the many things that makes this town so special is the amount of locallyowned shops and businesses. When you shop at locally owned businesses, your money stays in the community. These businesses are owned and run by your friends, family and neighbours. By supporting these businesses you also help to create jobs and strengthen the local economy. Local businesses often carry products that you won't find at big chain stores. Whether you're looking for a special gift for a loved one or something to treat yourself, you're sure to find something special.

So, get out and have a good walk around Saxmundham. Stop and get your hair done, enjoy a bit of retail therapy, relax with a tasty bite or glass of something refreshing and then carry on discovering this great little town.

delightful mix of history and modernity. Whether you're a history buff exploring the ruins of the nearby Leiston Abbey or a foodie indulging in local delicacies, there's something for everyone here.

But it's not just about the sights and flavours, Saxmundham is also a hub for creativity and community spirit. With art galleries, cosy cafes, and friendly locals always ready for a chat, you'll feel right at home in this welcoming town.

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Spring into action!

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about comfort. Home improvements can also add real value to your property.

From a new kitchen or bathroom, to an extension or a loft conversion, there are many ways to increase the value of your home. This is especially important if you're thinking of selling in the near future. Of course, there are many different factors to consider when it comes to home improvements, from the cost and the amount of time involved to the impact on your daily life. But with careful planning and the right professionals, you can make sure that your home improvements go smoothly and give you the results you're looking for.

So, what are you waiting for? Get inspired and start planning your home improvement project today.

Whether you want to create a cosy home cinema or a stylish new kitchen, now is the time to give your home the makeover it deserves!

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Winter is almost behind us and the longer, brighter, warmer days are on the way! It's time to think about sprucing up your home and giving it the much-needed facelift it deserves. Whether you're looking to add value to your property, create a more comfortable living space, or simply give your home a fresh look, home improvements are the way to go.

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• The Cook Islands in 2025 (I made you wonderful) • Nigeria in 2026 (I will give you rest, come) • WDP International Committee (United in Prayer for Justice and Peace) For further information, visit: www.wwdp.org.uk The WDP for kids event will be a week later this year and combined with the Baptist's Breakfast Church on March 10th at The Fairfield Centre from 9:30am-11:30am approx. This is not just for kids, adults and families will be welcome to join in the fun. Free breakfast, bacon rolls, croissants, fruit, coffee etc.

Craft activities, story, games and singing.

second accounting year are not available before the tax return submission deadline, provisional figures can be submitted and amended the following year. This does however create a significant delay before the taxpayer can finalise their tax affairs and be sure of their tax liabilities.

Forward planning and an awareness of how this might affect your business is key, to ensure you are fully aware of any potential additional tax liabilities.

If you haven't already discussed this with your accountant, now is the time!

By Liz Lockwood (pictured below), Manager, Ensors Accountants LLP This information is given by way of general guidance only, and no action should be taken based solely on the information contained herein.

No liability is accepted by the firm for any actions taken without seeking appropriate professional advice.

Bungay Community Support expanding their reach

Calling all poets! ...or anyone who enjoys putting pen to paper!

So many people in our community are disappointed at the apparent lack of awareness by energy providers with regard to the impact their proposed plans could have on our communities.

The potential for damage to the coast between Aldeburgh and Thorpeness and inland over a large swathe of our county, means not only loss of wildlife and their habitats, but a detrimental impact on the quality of life for residents, businesses and tourism for years to come.

Many of you will know of Suffolk Energy Action Solutions (SEAS) opposition to these plans and seen their support for alternative solutions involving keeping most wind and energy infrastructure offshore, taking power via subsea cabling closer to where it is needed and connecting to the grid onshore at brownfield sites.

Here is an opportunity for an alternative protest which SEAS is supporting. We'd love you to write a poem. The poem you write might tell of the possible impact the onshore energy proposals could have on our landscape, our health, our community or our wildlife, taking care not to berate any political party or individual as

SEAS will be unable to publish them. So do please start writing, keeping your poem to an A4 size sheet with minimum font size of 12 but preferably larger. You may submit more than one poem.

SEAS will select and publish a poem a day on social media which will be circulated to many people in the area and beyond. Each poem will have the copyright symbol added and be attributed to you as poet. You may find it helpful to sign up to the SEAS newsletter so you can follow the selected poems on their Facebook and Instagram pages. Send your poems to SEAS via the following email: withonevoicepoetrychallenge@ gmail.com and include your name and your email address.

Submissions open until April 30th.

It could have further impact to have the poems displayed throughout the area. We hope to laminate some selected poems and display them in a variety of places in East Suffolk e.g. lampposts, shop windows, notice boards even Aldeburgh Community Hospital sensory garden which is a gem, open to all and the spring flowers will soon be a delight to see. Poems may start to appear on display from mid-February so do have a go.

Thank you in advance for your much anticipated offerings.

interaction and to involve them more in the local community.

The wish list is also for people who are perhaps part of an art group and would be interested in working on art projects with the residents or including them perhaps in drawing classes, either to skill share or have the residents as models.

If you have a talent, skill, interest or hobby you could share or talk about, we'd love to hear from you. Please email Leanne: activityoaklands@yahoo.com with a basic outline of what you could do to become involved.

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Measles vaccination plea from Dr. Dan Poulter, MP As an NHS hospital doctor who has worked in some of the biggest and best London Hospitals throughout my medical career, I am only too familiar with the signs and symptoms of Measles.

Measles is an illness with unpleasant and sometimes lifethreatening complications; a virus that Britain had hoped to eradicate through a vaccination programme delivering herd immunity, but unfortunately, parents failing to vaccinate their children has resulted in a loss of herd immunity and a recent surge in Measles cases.

Until recently, herd immunity had meant that cases of Measles had been isolated to small outbreaks in London and the big cities. However, the loss of herd immunity means that we are now seeing a surge of cases throughout the UK. Herd immunity is where the spread of an infectious disease within a population is prevented by the pre-existing immunity of a high proportion of people within

that population. In Britain, herd immunity against Measles had, in the past, been conveyed by an effective vaccination program, which in recent years meant a two-dose course of the MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) triple vaccine administered before a child's fifth birthday.

The MMR vaccine is routinely offered by health visitors and GPs. Herd immunity against Measles is achieved when 95% or more of the population have gained immunity. But in parts of London and Birmingham, less than 70% of the population have completed the MMR vaccination course by their fifth birthday. In Suffolk, the picture is better, with 89.1% of children being fully vaccinated by their 5th birthday but this is insufficient to convey herd immunity, and means that over 1 in 10 children in our county are not fully protected against the Measles virus.

Measles is not an illness to be dismissed lightly. It is highly contagious with an R rate (or

reproduction rate) of between 15 and 16. When compared to the R rate of the first strain of Covid19 of between two and three, it is clear that Measles spreads easily and quickly in the unvaccinated. The school classroom is particularly fertile territory for the Measles virus to spread.

The reason why vaccination against Measles is so important is because it can result in serious and life-threatening complications including pneumonia, meningitis, blindness and seizures. In pregnancy, Measles can cause miscarriage, still birth and premature labour.

The task now is to restore herd immunity against Measles. If you or your child or grandchild has not completed the MMR vaccination course, then please book an appointment with your GP. It may just save a child's life.

Dr Dan Poulter is the MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich and a practising NHS Doctor.

Since 2020, Bungay Community Support (BCS) has been a lifeline for our town, providing essential services like medication and grocery deliveries. Now, with the introduction of the community hub Number 28 on Wingfield Street, they're expanding their reach.

Number 28 isn't your average community space, it's a welcoming hub where everyone is invited to come together. Whether you're in need of company, a hot drink, or support and advice, Number 28 has something for you. With a Community Food Hall to Baby Basics and from recently added tech advice sessions to crafting sessions, there's always

something happening to bring people together.

Number 28 is also a practical resource for our community, enabling you to seek advice without the need to journey to Lowestoft, Norwich or even further. With outreach services from Citizens Advice and Job Centre Plus to name a couple and soon-to-be-hosted Barclays Bank sessions, it's becoming a one-stop-shop for all our needs.

Keep an eye out for the website, www.bungaycommunitysupport. org.uk (set to go live in mid February), where you'll find lots of information. Mark your calendars for June as we celebrate Number 28's first birthday! For all the latest updates, be sure to follow our Facebook page.

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You are invited to join with the combined Churches in Aldeburgh for The World Day Of Prayer (WDP) 2024 on March 1st at 11am at The Fairfield Centre, Aldeburgh followed by free soup and roll lunch.

Everyone is very welcome.

The WDP Service takes place on the first Friday in March each year. On that day, people all around the world will be praying for one country. The country this year is Palestine, and the theme is "Bearing with one another in love". We will be joining with people across 146 countries and islands to pray with and for the people of Palestine.

Future themes will include:

for the period January-23 to March-24, a 15-month period, to be reported on, and taxed in, the 2023/24 tax year. Clearly this would result in a higher tax liability than the usual 12-month period.

If the taxpayer has any Overlap Profits (these arise at the commencement of a trade where accounts are drawn up to a date other than the end of a tax year and can result in an element of profits being taxed twice), these can be deducted from profits in the 2023/24 transitional year.

In addition, taxpayers have the option to spread any additional transitional profits over up to five tax years. For example, if Mrs Smith generates steady profits of £20,000 per year, a 15-month period to March-24 would create £25,000 of profits. If she has £1,000 of overlap profits, the excess taxable profit is now £4,000. Spreading this over five years would mean an additional £800 taxed in each of the years 2023/24 to 2027/28.

However, businesses won't always have full control over their reporting date, which may be fixed for a variety of reasons, and may have to apportion figures each year. If actual figures for the

An activity coordinator for Oaklands House Residential Home near Southwold is looking for people who can help to make some wishes come true for their residents.

The hunt is particularly on for people who will give talks on a variety of subjects, vintage/retro cars, musicians (especially those who offer classical music), therapy pets, choral groups, dance groups, florists who give demonstrations and other entertainers.

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Are you aware of the recent changes to how sole-traders and partners are taxed on their profits?

Prior to 6th April 2023, unincorporated businesses could choose an annual reporting date and draw up accounts to that date every year. The profits from those accounts were taxed depending on the tax year in which the final day of the year falls. For example, Mrs Smith draws up accounts to 31st December each year, her profits for the year to December 2022 were taxed on the 2022/23 return.

From 2023/24, HMRC changed these fundamental rules so that sole-traders and partnerships must instead report profits relating specifically to the tax year running 6th April to the following 5th April (or 1st April to 31st March).

To facilitate this, businesses have two options; change their accounting year end to the tax year end or retain their current accounting date and apportion figures from two sets of accounting years into one tax return.

Going back to Mrs Smith, changing her accounting year would mean drawing up accounts

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

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Local Aldeburgh pharmacy rebrands to 'My Insect Bite is Getting Bigger' Pharmacy

Spring into skincare

Tips for healthy, radiant skin this March dry and parched, making it essential to replenish moisture levels. Incorporating a hydrating moisturiser into your daily routine can help lock in moisture and prevent dryness. Look for products containing ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ceramides, which are known for their hydrating properties.

Drinking an adequate amount of water is vital for maintaining skin hydration and overall health. As the weather warms up, our bodies naturally lose more fluids through sweat, making it even more important to stay hydrated. Aim to drink at least eight glasses of water per day, and consider incorporating hydrating beverages like herbal

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Make sunscreen a non-negotiable step in your skincare regimen by choosing a broad-spectrum formula with an SPF of 30 or higher. Apply it generously to all exposed areas of your skin, including your face, neck, and hands, and remember to reapply throughout the day, especially if you're spending time outdoors. If you regularly wear makeup, opt for primers and foundations that have SPF protection in already.

Gentle exfoliation: As we move into spring, it's time to scrub away dead skin cells and reveal a fresh, radiant complexion underneath. Gentle exfoliation helps to unclog pores, refine skin texture, and promote cell turnover, leaving your skin looking brighter and more youthful. Opt for exfoliants with gentle, natural ingredients, and limit exfoliation to once or twice per week to avoid overdoing it and causing irritation.

Nourish from within: Skincare isn't just about what you apply to the surface, it's also

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A new NHS campaign launching today aims to raise awareness of the seven conditions that can now be treated by high street pharmacies, without needing to see a GP. To promote the campaign, a number of pharmacies in England have been re-branded with names, including Aldeburgh Pharmacy who have rebranded to 'My Insect Bite is Getting Bigger' to highlight that patients can now get treatment for an infected insect bite on their local high street.

Since January 31st, community pharmacies have been able to assess and treat patients for seven common conditions, covering sinusitis, sore throat, earache (for those aged one to 17), infected insect bite, impetigo, shingles, and uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women (aged 16 to 64).

The nationwide campaign aims to help patients get quicker access to the care they need and, along with new oral contraception and blood pressure services, is expected to free up to 10 million GP appointments a year.

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about nourishing your skin from within. A healthy, balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and omega-3 fatty acids can provide essential nutrients that support skin health. Foods like berries, spinach, salmon, and avocado are packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and healthy fats that help maintain skin elasticity, reduce inflammation, and promote a youthful glow.

Listen to your skin: Lastly, pay attention to how your skin responds to changes in your skincare routine and environmental factors. If you notice any signs of irritation, sensitivity, or imbalance, adjust your regimen accordingly and seek advice from a skincare professional if needed. Stop using a product if it causes irritation or reaction. Everyone's skin is unique, so it is essential to listen to its needs and adapt your skincare routine accordingly. What works for your friend, may not work for you. Find a routine and a set of products that work best for you.

As we embrace the arrival of spring, let's commit to giving our skin the care and attention it deserves. By following these simple tips and prioritising skincare this season, you can achieve a healthy, radiant complexion that glows from within. So go ahead, spring into skincare, and let your beauty blossom along with the flowers this March!

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As the winter chill fades away and the vibrant hues of spring begin to bloom, it's time to revitalise our skincare routines and embrace the changing season with a fresh approach to healthy, radiant skin.

With the transition from cold, dry weather to warmer, milder temperatures, our skin requires special attention and care to maintain its glow. Here are some expert tips and insights to help you achieve your skincare goals this March.

Hydration is key: One of the most crucial aspects of skincare, especially during the transition from winter to spring, is hydration. The cold winter air can leave our skin feeling

SPORTS

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ARE YOU INVOLVED WITH A LOCAL SPORTS CLUB? Please send over any game results, awards and other team news to: edit@micropress.co.uk

Discover a world of sports activities at Framlingham Sports Club with the first session being free.

For more information, call Oliver Hellis on: 07752 082975, email: bmtclubframlingham@ Archery: Football (Juniors): gmail.com or visit: www.

The Framlingham Bowmen suffolkbadminton.co.uk/clubs/ Framlingham Town Football Club was formed in 1990 as a framlingham.

Club has a very active Youth Target Archery Club affiliated Section. During the 2013/2014 to the Grand National Archery season, 275 players represented Society and is open to adults the Youth Section, supported by and juniors over the age of 10. over 30 FA-qualified coaches.

The Club range at Framlingham Youth teams play in the South Sports Club is laid out to enable Croquet: Suffolk Youth League with the distances of up to 100 yards to We play on lawns which are exception of the U19 Knights, be shot. well maintained for us, and U18's and U15 Girls teams.

As well as club shooting, are located between the main South Suffolk League matches several members take part in open football pitch at the sports club, are played on Saturday mornings competition both as individuals and the Padgent Field. There with cup/plate matches scheduled and as part of the Framlingham are three closely-mown lawns on Sundays.

Bowmen team. This is mainly in accommodating 12 to 16 players The U18's play in the Essex but competitions in Suffolk, at any time. Using four different- Thurlow Nunn Youth League, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire are coloured balls, we play mainly a Central Division, the Girls' also entered. During the summer, form of golf croquet, 'running' the team on Sundays and the U19s the Club runs classes for beginners hoops in a certain order before on Saturdays. Another under 18 wishing to try out the sport. Five hitting the peg. We also currently team play Saturday mornings lessons are provided under trained hold an annual 'pairs' competition and an U17 team that play supervision using equipment and picnic. Balls, hoops and pegs Sunday mornings. At the heart supplied by the club. The Club are provided. 'Worn' mallets are of the Youth Section is a core takes part in the Framlingham available but most members of volunteers that make up the Gala and runs demonstration eventually purchase their own.

Youth Section Committee, their events at local fêtes to help with Fees are very reasonable: previous hard work alongside the fundraising activities. a single FREE taster session Senior Section has allowed the Each year, the Archery is offered. Under 18s must be Youth section to grow and expand Club hosts East Anglian accompanied by an adult. No to its current size.

Championships. Running for over special clothing is required, 65 years, Bow men and women however flat shoes must be worn. from across the region come Games are enjoyable, rather along to take part, and is open than highly competitive. to children and disabled people.

For more information, For more information, Football (Seniors): please email Maureen Arbon call: June Drinkwater on: The Framlingham Town (Chairperson/Secretary) on: 01728 724653, or email: Football Club first team, known thearbons@btinternet.com. secretaryframbow@gmail.com. as "The Castlemen" play in the Thurlow Nunn Premier League.

Matches are played on Saturday afternoons at 3pm, or Tuesday evenings. The reserve team Cycling: plays in the Suffolk & Ipswich Framlingham Cycle Club Intermediate A' League. The Badminton: Currently club nights run on was set up as a gathering of like A team plays in the Suffolk & a Monday night at Framlingham minded cyclists in and around the Ipswich Intermediate C' League.

Sports Centre on Saxtead Road Framlingham area of Suffolk. The Veterans play in the Norfolk (Thomas Mills High School, Casual rides arranged as-and- & Suffolk Veterans League on Saxtead Road, Framlingham, when via a WhatsApp group. Sundays.

IP13 9HE) on a Monday night Please get in touch with Jenny to Framlingham Town Football from 8pm to 10pm. Guests of all be added to the group: Club was founded back in 1887.

During its 113 years of football, playing abilities are welcome, 07585 332777.

the club has played in various leagues starting in the early years in the Ipswich and District then the Framlingham League and progressed through the Leiston League, Woodbridge League and then moving back into the Ipswich Leagues. For training, there is a floodlight pitch that is extremely well used by the now 20 teams that make up the club.

Hockey: Framlingham Hockey Club originally started out as Carlton Park Ladies, we then became affiliated with Framlingham Sports Club and rightly had a name change.

The club currently consists of two ladies teams, a junior girls team and a junior boys team. The latter was started in September 2017 with help from Sport England lottery funding.

Through the development of the boys' squad, the aim is to eventually have a men's team playing regular league hockey.

Please visit the Hockey Club website for full club details and how to become a member: www.framlingham hockeyclub.org.uk

Running: Framlingham Flyers is a smallish running club with keen and friendly members who all share the love for running. We meet regularly throughout the week.

Monday being our structured training session, Thursday is a tempo running session and at the weekends we enjoy long runs into the countryside.

Based in Framlingham, the club has regularly entered teams for local races and even has

individuals running international events, anything from 5K to marathons.

As a member of Framlingham Flyers, you'll receive various benefits that include being able to attend regular training sessions and receiving coaching and advice from UK Athletics qualified club coaches, having the opportunity to represent the club in various competitions such as: Suffolk Winter Cross Country League, County, Regional and National Championships as well as at team relay events, receiving discount on race entry fees (usually at least £2), and have the opportunity to apply for a London Marathon club place (conditions apply).

So please come along and join us. New members are always welcome. Running experience is not necessary, we cater for all levels of ability.

For more information, please email Graham Wigley (Club Secretary) on: framflyerssec@ gmail.com or Jo Parden (Membership Secretary) on: jomparden@gmail.com. www.framflyers.org.uk

News from Leiston Bowls Club

Leiston Town Bowls are looking forward to the 2024 season. Our Green Keeper Mick has not stopped. To maintain a bowls green to the high standard of Leiston Town Bowls club is renowned for, it costs £4,000 and with all voluntary labour, its a 52 weeks of year commitment.

Mick has made a first class job, ready for 2024. The Secretary is completing the paper work, registration, affiliations, attending league meetings and arranging fixture lists etc and the Treasurer is maintaining the finances, affiliation fees, green and ground costs. They are supported by the stalwarts on Tennis: the committee.

Framlingham Lawn Tennis Everyone is looking forward Club is open to all levels of to the 2024 season with play and we always give new enthusiasm and excitement. After members a warm welcome. Run by volunteers (including the committee), the club is affiliated to the Lawn Tennis Association as well as Framlingham Sports Club. The facilities at Fram Tennis include three floodlit all-weather courts, a tennis pavilion and covered cycle Join us at Sibton Church on the bays. Membership includes use A1120 between Yoxford and of courts, and floodlights. Please Peasenhall at IP17 2LX for a visit the Tennis Club website concert that opens a season of for full club details and how to varied events for the community become a member: at the church.

On April 13th at 3pm in the www.clubspark.lta.org.uk/ FramlinghamLawnTennisClub afternoon, the event that opens the season is a concert by Zephyr Baroque. Tea will follow the performance. Zephyr Baroque gave the opening concert last year to great acclaim. The programme of baroque music will be played on period instruments that provide a magical sound in the church building that still retains its medieval design, perfect for this kind of music: Liz Alexander - Recorders, Baroque Bassoon - Karen Bainbridge, and harpsichord - Geraldine Taylor.

Also pleased note, advanced warning of the Sibton Mighty Books'n-Bric-a-Brac Sale on

past fears of going to the wall, the last two years have seen keen, enthusiastic new members, who quickly learnt the skills of line and length, weight and building a head, and Leiston Town Bowls is very much on the up.

The new season fixture lists are ready to give the members at the Spring AGM. Members will be asked top help support the club, preparation of the green, support with refreshments, draw prizes etc for tournaments. New members always welcome.

Dates for the diary: • Spring AGM: March 25th.

• Green opens: 2pm, April 14th.

Note change of date: • Open Triples Tournament: June 8th.

See you on the green!

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Upcoming events at St. Peter's, Sibton May 25th, 26th and 27th from 10:30am to 4:30pm, always a popular event. Everything on sale is good quality second-hand items, second-hand books, fiction includes a large number of sci-fi titles and non-fiction local history is a specialism and there are often other rarities, children's books and toys, plants, quality bric-a-brac, as well as LPs, DVDs and CDs. All items are individually priced.

Refreshments are available all day, admission is free and there is ample parking.

Watch out for further events including an arts event in July taking in the entrancing environs of the Sibton Abbey Ruin and much more!

All events are advertised in advance. Tickets are on sale at the Weavers Tearoom, Peasenhall and the Peasenhall General Stores, as well as on Eventbrite.

Get moving to support Suffolk Libraries!

Suffolk Libraries has two opportunities for walking wonders or marathon marvels to get moving to support its work in the community this summer.

Suffolk Libraries is looking for families and individuals to take part in the Rotary Club's Orwell Challenge in June and also has 10 places up for grabs for this year's Ipswich Half Marathon in September.

The 47th Orwell Challenge will take place on June 23rd, and is open to anyone aged 17 or over. Anyone who signs up

by February 29th will receive a

20% discount off entry fees. The Rotary Club of Ipswich East has been holding its annual charity walk along the banks of the glorious River Orwell for over 40 years.

Challengers can choose from 13, 19 or the full 25 miles, or just the first three miles to the first base with every step of the walk taking in the beautiful Suffolk countryside. Last year, Suffolk Libraries Patron and former BBC Radio Suffolk presenter Lesley Dolphin took part in the challenge and raised over £400. At the time, Lesley said: "I'm really chuffed to have

completed the Orwell Challenge considering the hot weather!

There are over 40 libraries across Suffolk that provide books, the use of computers, group events and a friendly face. I'm so pleased to help ensure they continue to provide their essential services that are available to everyone."

To register for the Orwell Challenge, sign up on the Ipswich East Rotary Club website and choose which walk you'd like to take part in.

Once registered, complete this short online form so that Suffolk Libraries' fundraising team can

support you on your challenge.

You can support our Walking Wonders by donating to our JustGiving page.

The Ipswich Half Marathon takes place on September 22nd and will start and finish at Ipswich Town's Portman Road Stadium.

As a charity partner for the Ipswich Half Marathon, Suffolk Libraries is able to offer 10 exclusive places for free on a first-come-first-served basis.

Entrants must be 17 years of age or over on the day of the event to take part and need to raise money for Suffolk Libraries. For more

information and to sign up, visit: www.suffolklibraries.co.uk/ support-us/fundraise-withsuffolk-libraries/ipswich-halfmarathon.

Each registrant will receive a chip timer, finisher's goody bag and an exclusive t-shirt and medal. Once the free places have been allocated, general entry for the Ipswich Half Marathon starts at £30.50.

Both these events are a great opportunity to get fitter, get outside in the fresh air, feel part of a team and to help raise money for the vital work of libraries across Suffolk.

The Suffolk Folio 100 works on paper for collectors The Suffolk Folio - 100 works on Paper for Collectors' to be held at the East Anglian Traditional Art Centre, 48 High Street, Wickham Market, near Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 0QS. This group of drawings and watercolours by Suffolk artists date from 1800 to 1950 and have been gathered for sale with most works consigned direct from the

Rope Family, the Day Collection and a noted local Collector. All works are for sale from £75, and they offer great value as most are very sympathetically mounted and framed to a high standard.

For more information, contact John Day via email: john@eatac.co.uk or call: 01728 747050. www.eatac.co.uk

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MARCH 16TH Quiz & Curry Night Wickham Market Primary School, IP13 0RP 7pm-10pm. Wickham Market Primary School Parent Teacher Association invite you to a Quiz & Curry Night. Doors open at 7pm and the quiz will start at approximately 7:30pm.

Maximum team size of six. £15 per person plus Eventbrite fees.

This includes a choice of chicken or vegetable curry with rice and a glass of wine or a bottle of beer. Soft drink alternatives available.

There will be a licenced bar. Cash prize for the winning team! Onsite parking is available at owners risk. Ramp accces to the building is available. Over 18s only.

This event is being run by Wickham Market Primary School Parent Teacher Association. All proceeds will go to Wickham Market Primary School, funding projects to enrich the children's experience. Thank you for your support!

MARCH 17TH Wise Woman Blaxhall Village Hall, IP12 2DX Hailing from the East Anglian and Welsh wildlands, power-folk fourpiece 'Wise Woman' bring a heady collision of lush vocal harmonies, cinematic cello and 90s girl power to their UK tour. This show sees them journeying through their own songs, as well as their innovative, arrangements of traditional folk favourites. Wise Woman are Anna Pool, Lydia Bell, Charlotte Vaughan & Maddie Cutter. Doors: 7pm.

Show starts: 7.30pm. Tickets from £10.46. www.wearewisewoman.com MARCH 18TH Alde Valley Suffolk Family History Group 'Reading The Original, Hints For Deciphering Old Documents' By Jackie Depelle The Fromus Centre and via Zoom 'Reading the Original' Jackie Depelle imparts to us hints and tips for deciphering old documents.

How difficult can it be to read a few lines on a census page or the details on a certificate? The answer is very! Then of course, there are Parish Registers, most recently in English, before we head back into Latin entries. Not forgetting Probate records, Parish Chest documents and Manorial documents that often present such a challenge.

Let's take a look at the techniques we can employ, as well as the extensive help and guidance both in print and on online. Turning squiggles into words can be fun - honestly! Jackie is a specialist family history tutor, guiding and motivating family history research for well over 20 years. She will be talking to us over Zoom, but the venue remains the Fromus Centre, Saxmundham at 2:30pm on March 18th. Members as usual at £1. Visitors welcome at £3, including tea/ coffee and biscuits. No need to book, just turn up. Good, free carparking. Paid-up members can also attend over Zoom by following the email sent earlier that day.

MARCH 21ST 'Flower Power' - Framlingham Fellowship meeting The Crown Hotel 2:30pm. 'Flower Power' by Ruth Goudy, the flower writer, public speaker and owner of Kiln Farm Nursery, Kesgrave. This talk looks at how important flowers were in history, how science shows that flowers can re-boot our brains and why we lost that connection. Ruth uses her flower photos to demonstrate and consider the ways of making that link again. Open to all. www.ruthgoudy.com MARCH 23RD Rights of Way Walk Castle Community Rooms 10am. Come join the Framblers for their Spring 2024 walk. This is a friendly group, organised by Framlingham Town Council, which meet three to four times a year to help keep our local Rights of Way routes used and checked that they are being maintained by the land owners. This is a gentle walk lasting one and a half to two hours with tea coffee and biscuits provided at the Town Council office at the end.

Meet outside the Castle Community Rooms. For more information, email: dtc@framlingham.com or call: 01728 720183.

MARCH 23RD Fun Charity Quiz Night Woodbridge Community Hall 7:30pm-10:30pm. Join us for a spring evening of quizzing at Woodbridge Community Hall. Expect general knowledge, live music, picture and mystery rounds suitable for all knowledge levels. Wine, cocktails, craft beer, hot drinks, cakes and savoury snacks will all be available to buy on the night. Do you have what it takes to be RSPB Woodbridge Quiz Champions 2024?! Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Book your team: £5 (£6.13 including fee) per person, Minimum of two, maximum of six people per team. Food and drink available to purchase on the night - no BYO. All proceeds go to the RSPB. MARCH 28TH A Year and a Day Dennington Village Hall & Sports Club, IP13 8DD 7:30pm-9pm. A curse causes Nathan to skip a year and a day into the future, every-time he falls asleep. Leaving behind a botched heist, the love of his life and an upset criminal gang, Nathan's absence causes all sorts of trouble for the ones he cares about. Spanning 65 years, A Year and a Day is a poignant and darkly funny exploration of a man trying to right his wrongs as he rapidly skips through time. Brought to you by Raising Cain Productions and performed by Christopher Sainton-Clark, A Year and a Day is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat throughout this twisting, turning journey. Tickets: £10.

MARCH 29TH Thorpeness Beach Clean The Dolphin Inn, IP16 4NA Join The Dolphin Inn once again for the Annual Thorpeness Beach Clean. After the winter months and rough seas, the beach is littered with waste that needs collecting. It has become quite the Good Friday tradition now for our volunteers to head to the beach for a litter pick.

This has grown so much since its beginnings. We are always delighted at how many people turn up to help. This year, you can meet at The Dolphin for tea and coffee at 10am on Good Friday before heading down to the beach in organised groups. Then back to The Dolphin for a well earned hotdog.

MARCH 31ST Easter Egg Hunt Carlton Park Play Ground At 3pm, Saxmundham Adventure Playground will be holding their annual Easter Egg Hunt on the playground at Carlton Park. The first Egg Hunt was held in 1992 and it has become an Annual Event ever since, with the same organisers in attendance every year. If you've not attended before, we hide cardboard eggs around the playground (to do this, we'll be closing the playground from 2:30pm-3pm on the day). Once the children have found the cardboard eggs, they can exchange them for chocolate eggs (we provide the eggs).

APRIL 18TH Chair Based Yoga with Imogen Hayward The Crown Hotel 2:30pm. Framlingham Fellowship hosts Chair Based Yoga with Imogen Hayward. Open to all.

MAY 16TH 'Protecting the UK Border' talk The Crown Hotel 2:30pm. Framlingham Fellowship hosts a talk titled 'Protecting The UK Border' by Retired HM Customs and Excise ID/ UK Border Force Jim Jarvie OBE. At The Crown Hotel. Refreshments available.

Open to all. If you are able to join us, we will be pleased to see you.

PUBLIC NOTICE Premises Licence – New Application Name of Applicant: Saxmundham Music and Arts CIC Name of Premises: Sax Fest - The Memorial Field Postal Address of Premises: The Memorial Field, Rendham Road, Saxmundham IP17 1EA This application may be viewed at: East Suffolk Council East Suffolk House, or Riverside, Riduna Park, 4 Canning Road, Station Road, Lowestoft Melton, Suffolk Woodbridge, NR33 0EQ Suffolk, IP12 1RT Proposed Licensable Activities: Live Music, Recorded Music and Performance of dance - Friday and Saturday 10:00am to 11:00pm Supply of alcohol - Friday and Saturday 10:00am to 10:30pm This is for a once a year event held on a consecutive Friday and Saturday during the month of July and/or August Dates between which representations may be made to the Licensing Authority: Start Date: 14.02.2024 Closing Date: 12.03.2024 Representations must be made in writing to the Licensing Team, East Suffolk Council (as the Licensing Authority) at either of the above addresses, or by email to: licensing@eastsuffolk.gov.uk

It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is £5,000

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MARCH 1ST 'England at War in the Late 15th Century' live with Dr Toby Capwell FSA St. Mary's Church Hall, Ufford, IP13 6DS 9:45am-1pm. Join world-class scholar Dr Toby Capwell for a live study-morning on the battles, arms and armour of the Wars of the Roses. Organised by Wuffing Education. www.wuffings.co.uk.

MARCH 2ND On-y-va! Market Hall Dances Market Hall, Saxmundham We are delighted to welcome Les Hirondelles for our final dance of the season at the Market Hall, Saxmundham on March 2nd at 8pm.

Why not come along and dance or listen to Les Hirondelles. Drawing influences from English, European, Irish folk traditions, indie and classical music, they create bal folk music and a unique driving sound and innovative arrangements aimed to get everyone on their feet. If you enjoy folk and ceilidh dances, come along and give this a try!

French folk dances where most do not require a partner, with plenty of experienced dancers to help you. Emma Hardy and Pete Sewell (fiddles), Vicky Lambert (flute and whistle) and Tom Hardy (guitar).

Tickets: £10 on the door. For more information, contact Monica: frenchdancer2006@yahoo.co.uk or Lin: 07919 188549. No bar.

Please bring your own refreshments.

MARCH 2ND Craft Fair St. Margaret's Church, Leiston Looking for that special Mother's Day or Easter gift?

Then come along to a Craft Fair being held at St. Margaret's Church in Leiston on March 2nd (10am-2pm). The church will be filled with stalls selling a wide variety of hand-made goods and unique gifts.

There will also be a raffle for church funds and delicious home-made refreshments sold throughout the event. Admission is free and there's plenty of parking. We look forward to seeing you there!

MARCH 9TH Spring Craft Camp Leiston United Church 11am-3pm. Join us over at Leiston United Church (just off Church Square) for our FREE Mother's Day crafts, Easter crafts and general spring-themed fun! Additionally, within the Project40Seven building, we are hosting Keel Kalm & Pamper, and Tropic Skincare with Gillian's fundraising event.

MARCH 13TH Gippeswyk Singers Spring Concert St. Michael & All Angels Church Gippeswyk Singers are pleased to announce their upcoming spring concert, which will take place on March 23rd at 7:30pm at St. Michael and All Angels Church, Martlesham Heath, IP5 3PL. The choir will be joined by the Dargason String Quartet to perform Baroque music by Gluck, Handel, Pergolesi and Vivaldi. Refreshments will be available after the concert. Tickets are £12 on the door or £10 in advance and are available from: www.ticketsource/gippeswyksingers or by phoning 01473 620353.

MARCH 16TH Lighthouse Spring Ceilidh Fundraiser Bealings Village Hall 7pm-11pm. Get ready to dance the night away at the Lighthouse Ceilidh Fundraiser, while raising funds for a great cause! Located at Bealings Village Hall, The Street, Little Bealings, Woodbridge, IP13 6LH. Come join us for a lively evening of folk music, dancing and fun at a Spring Ceilidh for Lighthouse Women's Aid, Ipswich. Get ready to put on your dancing shoes and let loose on the dance floor!

Whether you're a seasoned ceilidh dancer or a beginner, the incredible Fairgreen Ceilidh band will guide you through the steps - everyone welcome.

Tickets £20, to include sausage and mash supper. Cash bar all evening and great raffle prizes. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a worthy cause and have a blast with friends and family. Mark your calendars and get ready to dance the night away!

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Quiz Night Fun with ABC Radio can find ABC Radio online at: www.abcradio.co.uk, via the ABC Radio app and by asking Alexa to "play ABC Radio".

The varied programme schedule is available on the station's website.

The quiz night will be held at the Sizewell Sports and Social Club in Leiston, on Friday 21st June at 7:30pm. Spaces are limited and tickets cost £5 each, with a maximum of six people per team and are now available from the Sizewell Sports and Social Club and online at: www. sizewellclub.co.uk.

If you're interested in joining ABC Radio, as a potential presenter, studio support, or an advertiser, please email: aldeandblythcommunityradio@ gmail.com. For full details about the Quiz Night, please visit the ABC Radio website at: www.abcradio.co.uk

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Open meeting tickets for April 25th, when the demonstrator will be Lorena Dyer - Lipstick, Powder and Paint, will be available at our next meeting, also from Sue. Details of our March 'Hands on Workshop' which will be run by our very own Paula are available on the notice board including a full list of requirements.

We now also have a suggestion book available near the noticeboard. If you have any good ideas of places to visit, things to do, tips etc, please do write them in the booklet.

Each suggestion will be discussed at our committee meetings.

There will be a terrific celebration of our 70th anniversary of NAFAS Show, in Hunstanton in June. More details later. There will also be a Group Open Meeting on

June 28th. This will be held in Kesgrave Community Centre starting at 2pm. (Doors open at 1pm) The demonstrator will be Rekha Nando's 'Inspirations of India'. Again, there will be more details later.

The winner of the practice piece for novice was Paula and for advanced was Jane Addison.

Winner of the single stem was Lorna Davis.

The rest of this report cannot be truly expressed to its full capacity on paper. The demonstrator was Gill McGregor from Herts Floral Jewels. From the very start, it was obvious we were in for a wonderful evening. Six of the most amazing arrangements came to life on the stage as Gill regaled us with stories from her life. If she ever tells you the "Boy eats Slug" story, just be prepared.

They taste pretty much like worms apparently. Using her skills, Gill tried to teach us how to perform leaf manipulation on Kentia Palm.

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Using lots of stunning flowers including Roses, Orange Gerbera, Lime Green Chrysanthemums and beautiful Lily's, the stage became alive with her colourful designs.

Some members were lucky enough to win one of these arrangements to take home. It really was a "WOW" kind of evening and certainly a stunning start to our first meeting of 2024.

Do come and join us at our March 28th meeting at Wickham Market Village Hall, IP13 0HE. Your first visit is FREE and then £5 per meeting thereafter. Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7pm start. There will be refreshments a sales table and a raffle.

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Chairman June welcomed members and guests and wished us all a happy new flower club year. We wished our President Elsie a very happy 80th birthday.

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Quiz fans will need to know their Wham from their Walkman in June, when Alde and Blyth Community Radio celebrates their third anniversary by holding a fun 80s Quiz Night, to help raise funds towards their outside broadcast unit.

Many of the station's presenters will be on hand to host 10 rounds of 80's-themed questions, plus one or two surprises. The aim, as always, is to have fun and there will be prize for the winning team and the obligatory 'booby prize' for the lowest scoring table.

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