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Framlingham charity offers mental health support for young people
The Nest Farms (a Framlingham-based charity) is providing crucial support for young people struggling with their mental health. Offering day placements for individuals aged 9-25, the charity creates a nurturing environment where young people can gain a better understanding of themselves and build resilience. The farm setting offers a peaceful retreat from the pressures of everyday life, allowing participants to focus on their wellbeing.
Referrals to The Nest Farms are open to everyone, making it accessible for those who need it most. Whether a parent, teacher,
or healthcare professional, anyone can refer a young person to the services offered. For more information or to make a referral, visit: www. thenestfarms.org or contact them via email: hello@thenestfarms. org. The charity is dedicated to helping young people navigate mental health challenges and providing them with the tools to thrive.
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its vital work.
'Dora Brown' is a large team of volunteers who transform homes, free-of-charge, for families living in crisis; homes which have broken down because of furniture, hygiene poverty and domestic neglect. They clear rubbish and clutter, deep clean, and provide families with much needed home items, particularly beds and bedding. Their work helps improve the mental and physical health of family members and has a positive impact on other areas
of their lives.
The £1,000 donation made as part of the Movement for Good Awards will go directly towards the costs of supporting one of their families, including project management, waste disposal, cleaning kit and volunteer DBS checks.
Jo Revett (Director of Dora Brown) has spoken out following the overwhelming support from the public: "We are delighted to receive £1,000 from Benefact Group's Movement for Good Awards. Dora Brown is a small but mighty local charity, supporting families with children living in crisis. We rely on donations and grants and with your support we can transform the home and life of another family in need."
Benefact Group's Movement for Good Awards is giving away over £1million to charities across the year and invites members of the public to nominate causes close to their hearts. 150 awards of £1,000 have been donated to charities across the UK and Ireland. Further winners will be revealed later in the year and Suffolk residents are encouraged to keep nominating by visiting: www.movementforgood.com.
Mark Hews (Group Chief Executive at Benefact Group) said: "We would like to thank every single person who took the time to nominate a good cause
as part of our awards. Benefact Group is a family of awardwinning specialist financial services companies and the third largest corporate donor to charity in the UK. Owned by a charity ourselves, charitable giving is at the heart of what we do. All of our available profits go to good causes and the more the group grows, the more the group can give. We are delighted to be able to donate over £1million to good causes each year through our awards and are grateful to all our supporters, including the customers of the trusted insurer, Ecclesiastical, and the responsible and sustainable asset manager, EdenTree. We know that £1,000 can make a huge difference to the incredible work that charities do and we're looking forward to seeing how this financial boost will change lives for the better."
Benefact Group has donated over £200million to charitable causes since 2014 and last year was recognised as the third biggest corporate giver in the UK. The organisation aims to reach £250million in donations by 2025. Movement for Good is funded by EIO plc, part of the Benefact Group.
Visit: www.movementforgood.com to nominate a charity now.
Suffolk-based Dora Brown charity has received £1,000 from Benefact Group's Movement for Good Awards. Benefact
Woodbridge Festival celebrates successful 12th year
Woodbridge Festival of Art & Music is celebrating another year of long-running successes for its flagship festival weekend, with this year's day and night events being packed with joyful audiences, plus the festival's biggest line-up of stars from film, TV, literary and arts worlds, and the usual big names in music.
The 2024 festival weekend saw four days of events in Elmhurst Park, Whisstock's Place, The Riverside, Bell and Steelyard, 1975, Hopsters Woodbridge and venues around town.
Alongside the familiar roster of international names in music, underground music scene pioneers and local musicians and DJs, this year saw TV presenters, best selling authors and film stars revealing alternative talents.
Million plus selling author Louis de Bernieres made a rare appearance as a songwriter and poet, singing and playing guitar with a violinist. TV and radio presenter Katie Puckrik launched her new compilation album 'Yacht Rock Odyssey' (released over the festival weekend) with a DJ set overlooking the Tide Mill and marina on the River Deben.
TV and film actor Ben Miles, got the park dancing, returning to his pre-acting career as a DJ.
Live Detroit techno duo, Sons of Slough, made one of only two UK festival appearances this year. Les Spaine (former head of Motown Records UK and the godfather of UK funk DJs) packed dancers into the riverside club event.
Mi Soul presenter Abi Clarke and Sid Le Sarge stunned a packed crowd at the Bell and Steelyard with their heavy duty dance-allnight dub sets. Dave Jarvis (of London's notorious Faith outfit) joined the disco house dots in the park. Other highlights included Simon Lee and Heavenly Social's Carl Gosling and Sophie Green playing an eclectic set that ranged from country to electro.
Woodbridge Festival founder and DJ, Ben Osborne, played pop-up sets to close Friday and Saturday nights, while ICR favourite Daddy Turbo unleashed his deep reggae knowledge and Transient Radio's head boy, Bobby Bucys, joined North London's Itchy Soul crew for a packed night at 1975.
Local singers Pop Chorus brought the park to life on Saturday morning and local live rocking act JS & The Lockerbillies and the Ozzie Henry Experience demonstrated the strength of Suffolk's home grown bands.
The Make & Do sessions included screen print your own festival souvenir t-shirts and bags, badge making, clay monsters and fairies, recycled crafts and more, led by cross-platform community artist and festival arts curator Alice Stallard and textiles artist Claire Hardaker.
The popular community arts area workshops were busy throughout with weaving, art trails, make and do sessions, the kids zone, eco zone, wellness
a year, and just over 75% go out repaired.
lots of tasks just as important as the mending, which we aren't very good at or need help with.
For example:
• Helping to organise the monthly Repair Hubs
area, with massage, herbal medicines and treatments, and drum workshops.
The kids zone included family yoga with Emmakyoga, glitter tattoos, giant games with 5th Woodbridge Sea Scouts and the 'Family Read and Chill' zone with Suffolk Building Society. The Choose Love heart trail around the festival site and 'take your insta selfies surrounded by love' took their theme from the newly installed permanent Choose Love mural by the park entrance.
The Food Village featured Delroy's Caribbean Grill House, Korean Kitchen, Eastern White Horse, Tipsy Bubbles, Saltpeter, Mr Bees Brewery and Suffolk Coffee Pod and more.
This year, the wellness area included plants from Katie's garden, free massages, practical exhibitions on subjects such as how to make kombucha, yoga and qi gong classes, meet the practitioner, complimentary Chinese herbal tea and herbal tincture medicines for sale.
The festival is supported by public bodies and private enterprises, these include Mediterranean Shipping Company, Suffolk Building Society, East Suffolk Council, Woodbridge Town Council, Suffolk Digital, Grove Court and The Natural Health Centre.
That's all thanks to the efforts of our volunteer repairers who bring a wide range of skills and experience to the shed. We could always do with more, so if you are the sort of person who mends things of whatever type, we'd love to hear from you.
One of the skills we are really short of is being organised. It doesn't somehow seem to go with the territory. But there are
• Meeting and greeting at the regular shed sessions
• Organising the "stores" and spares
• Social media and articles for print media
• Sorting out stuff for sale or onward donation
• Liaising with similar organisations
In short, there's all sorts of ways you can get involved in a worthwhile enterprise. Besides, volunteering is good for you, according to experts! Why not get in touch?
With autumn almost with us, the Leiston & District Philatelic Society recommences it's cycle of regular monthly meetings at the United Church Hall in Leiston High Street. Commencing with a 'Social & Bourse' on September 25th, the monthly meetings will include a display by Robert Mason titled 'Island Hopping' on October 23rd.
The annual 'Auction of Stamps, Collections & Postal Ephemera' will follow on November 27th, viewing of lots starts at 6:30pm, followed by the auction at 7:30pm.
On December 11th, from 2pm-4pm, the Society will hold it's annual 'Christmas Social & Quiz', with special guests invited to join members and partners to celebrate the Festive Season.
be afternoon meetings. In March, Chris Harman will give a talk and display of stamp forgeries, a widespread practice in the world of valuable and scarce stamps and a most interesting specialist subject. On King George's Day (April 23rd), there will be displays of stamps from the reigns of King George V and King George VI to commemorate the occasion.
The AGM of the society will take place on May 28th, followed by a one sheet competition, and finally, to bring the season of meetings to an end, Alan Martin will be presenting a display and talk about the philatelic history of the Islands of Samoa.
News from The Longshed
Taking a look back on very busy summer, in June we celebrated World Oceans Day, and enjoyed the amazing work of the Young Suffolk Artists annual competition.
Please send any editorial from your local groups, clubs and events for the
In the New Year, January and February meetings will include members displays, and a 10-sheet competition. Both will
New members are always welcome. Membership is only £5 per annum. (Students up to the age of 18 years, 50 pence) For further information, please email: andysoutar@btinternet.com or alanmartin42@btinternet.com
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As part of plans for the future, in July, two of our trustees self-funded a trip to New York to spend time with a truly inspirational organisation called 'Rocking the Boat' who have 25 years' experience of engaging and motivating young people. Their philosophy is "kids don't build boats, boats build kids", we saw first-hand the truth of that.
In August, we held a hugely productive workshop attended by boat builders, teachers, professional youth workers, representatives from local government and other local charities, an apprentice shipwright and a number of young people from local high schools and youth councils. This has laid the foundation for an exciting programme which we plan to pilot next year in readiness for when space in The Longshed is available to fully implement the programme.
We are not without experience in this area as in recent years, we've had the pleasure of working with Just 42 (another
inspirational organisation, right here in Woodbridge) on a number of pilot projects with young people. The results of these pilot projects were quite amazing, not only in terms of what the young people produced but in the huge improvements that resulted in self-confidence, social skills and especially in mental wellbeing.
Also in August, Woodbridge Camera Club staged their annual exhibition which included stunning maritime-related competition entries, and Sae Wylfing (our replica AngloSaxon boat) visited the Army! She was a guest of the Officer Mess at 23 Engineer Regiment based at Rock Barracks.
A beautiful new panel has been added to "The King's River" tapestry, do call in to see it.
Talking about tapestry, on November 9th and 10th, we're having a 'drop in' tapestry weekend, from 10:30am to 2pm each day in the John Gibbins Gallery, to create the base of what will be an beautiful representation of the River Deben.
Please see: woodbridgeriversidetrust.org for further details. The Longshed's autumn and winter opening times are 10am-4pm Monday to Friday and 11am-3pm at weekends.
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Gardening for the wildlife in autumn
corner or secluded space.
• Plant a native shrub at the back of the area such as a hawthorn or dogwood.
• Pile rotting logs or branches at the base of the shrub (making sure you give enough space from the base if newly planted).
• Include a small rock pile.
can provide crucial refuge for wildlife as the temperature begins to fall. Lack of disturbance is one key element in wildlife gardening along with an overgrown corner that provides the seclusion that many creatures require.
Tops tips for creating a wild corner include:
• Choose an area in the garden that's not near a path, a shaded
• Allow grass and weed seedlings to germinate and at a later date add a few hardy, wildlife attracting plants.
In addition to wild corners, many gardeners extend their season of colour by growing late-flowering perennial plants such as rudbeckias, sedums and asters that continue to attract pollinators and help gardens shift smoothly from summer to autumn. Asters are easy to grow and come in shades of blue, purple, red, pink and
white. Bees and butterflies love them as a late-season source of nectar, so they're perfect if wildlife gardening is on your agenda. They've also had a name change and are now known as symphyotrichum.
Symphyotrichum x frikartii 'Monch' is one of the first to start the season early in late July with flowers that are large and widely spaced with bright purple petals surrounding a yellow button; whilst Symphyotrichum lateriflorus 'Lady in Black' starts to flower in late September after producing a mound of dark liquorice foliage throughout the summer with dusky purplepink blooms. October, rather than spring, is the best time of year to plant new perennials in the garden and adding a compost mulch now will save on watering new plants next spring.
Apart from planting perennials, other top jobs for gardeners this month include:
• Cutting back perennials that
have died down. Perennials are not demanding plants, but trimming them after flowering finishes in autumn helps improve their appearance and flowering. However, you can leave some stems over winter to provide homes and food for wildlife, and then trim back in spring.
• Moving tender plants (including aquatic ones) into a greenhouse or conservatory. In frost-prone areas a conservatory is the ideal place for overwintering tender perennials and marginally hardy plants from the garden. Cold-sensitive plants in need of good light levels and dry, frost-free conditions will also benefit.
• Dividing herbaceous perennials. If done regularly, this will ensure healthy, vigorous plants that will continue to perform year after year. It also offers the opportunity to multiply your plants.
Eyes down for Big Prize Bingo!
Final preparations are underway for an evening of Prize Bingo at the Sizewell Sports and Social Club on Friday 8th November.
The popular fundraising evening (in aid of the Friends of Leiston Film Theatre) returns as part of the group's fundraising efforts, with some terrific prizes up for grabs. In recent years, prizes have included pamper hampers, shopping vouchers, spa days, restaurant vouchers, golfing days, champagne hampers, electrical goods, theatre tickets and many more terrific prizes.
Leiston Film Theatre Manager, Wayne Burns, will be returning as the voice of the balls and is looking forward to a fun evening, in aid of a good cause. "The
Friends of Leiston Film Theatre play a pivotal part in ensuring that our doors remain open and every penny raised is used to directly improve the cinema experience for all those who use our venue." he said.
The Prize Bingo event will be held at the Sizewell Sports and Social Club on Friday 8th November. Doors open at 7pm, with eyes down at 7:30pm. Tickets are priced £3.50 in advance and £4.50 on the door and are now available from the Leiston Film Theatre Box Office and from Sizewell Sports and Social Club. Bingo game sheets will be available on the evening and are subject to an additional charge. Early booking is advised, as seats are limited!
Suffolk Singers celebrate a busy year!
Suffolk Singers has enjoyed a busy year!
We had an autumn concert in St. Michael's Church, Framlingham back in October 2023, followed by our annual charity concert at the Woodbridge Community Hall in January this year for FIND (Families in Need). The choir also toured to Sussex and Hampshire over the May Bank Holiday giving recitals in Arundel Cathedral and the Church of St. Cross, Winchester.
Our "singing" year 2023/24 ended in July with a lively collaborative concert with Martlesham Brass at St. Michael's Church, Martlesham. It was very well attended and included an element of audience participation with a Sound of Music sing-a-long which they did with enthusiasm!
Suffolk Singers are now
inviting you to join them for another of their popular singing workshops this autumn under the professional leadership of Claire Weston (former principal with English National Opera), assisted by Jamie John Hutchings (composer, conductor and organist). Sing in Celebration Sunday 20th October
The workshop will explore the legacy of choral music from Puccini, Fauré and Stanford who all passed away 100 years ago and will also celebrate the 80th birthday this year of Karl Jenkins. It will be held at Thomas Mills High School, Saxtead Road, Framlingham, IP13 9HW and will start at 10am (registration from 9am) and finish around 5pm. There will be a free public performance for friends and family at 4:30pm, preceded by tea and cakes at 3:45pm, to which
they are also warmly invited. The fee for the day is £25 with students under 18 admitted free. Singers aged 14 or under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Refreshments will be provided. Just bring a packed lunch along with your enthusiasm for an enjoyable and rewarding day.
Full details of the workshop can be found on: www.suffolksingers.co.uk or to register, call Peter Lamb on 01728 638897 or 07970 062366, or email: peterlamb54@googlemail.com
Further Suffolk Singers performances over the next few months include an evening concert in the Church of Saint Michael, Framlingham on November 16th, as well as the annual charity concert for FIND at the Woodbridge Community Hall on January 18th, 2025.
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Choosing the right school for your child Planning for the next academic year
As parents, selecting the right school for your child is such an important decision to make.
The next academic year (2025/2026) will be here before you know it, now's the time to begin thinking about what local school will best support your child's growth, education, and overall wellbeing.
There are numerous factors to consider, and each plays a crucial role in shaping your child's experience.
First and foremost, consider the facilities that different schools offer. Some schools have excellent sports amenities, creative arts programmes/classes, or stateof-the-art technology resources. For many parents, these can be deciding factors, especially if your child has particular interests or talents that you'd like them to develop. Visiting schools on open days will give you a good sense of whether their facilities align with your expectations and your child's needs.
Another key consideration is staff. We are lucky to have brilliant teachers and support staff at our schools across Suffolk. The people who guide and inspire your child will have a profound impact
on not only their academic, but also personal development. Meet the school staff where possible, and ask about class sizes, teaching philosophies, and pastoral care.
A nurturing, well-supported environment will help your child thrive both academically and emotionally.
Logistics also play a part in the decision-making process. Journey times, school bus availability, and the overall convenience of getting to and from school are essential factors, especially in our local area where the rural setting can sometimes mean longer commutes. It's important to choose a school that fits the daily routine of you and your family, making the school run as stressfree and as simple as possible. OFSTED reports are another valuable tool when evaluating schools. These inspections provide insights into a school's performance, including academic achievement, leadership quality, and student behaviour. While not the only measure of a school's success, OFSTED ratings can offer reassurance that a school meets national standards and is committed to improvement where necessary.
• AM, PM & all-day sessions available Mon-Fri 9:15am–3:15pm
• Breakfast Club 7:45am-9:15am
• After School Club 3:15pm-6pm. (Please check availability)
• 2 year old & 30-hour funding available for
Finally, remember that choosing a school is not only about ticking off a checklist... It's about finding a place where your child will feel comfortable, challenged, and excited to learn. Every family is unique, and what works for one child may not be right for another. Balancing practical considerations with an understanding of your child's personality and needs will help guide you to the best decision for your family.
As applications for the 2025/2026 academic year will soon open, now is the ideal time to start your research, visit potential schools, and gather the information needed to make an informed choice.
By considering all the factors, you can ensure you're choosing the right school for your child's future success!
Bramfield Stepping Stones Pre-School
Bramfield Stepping Stones offers care and early years education to children aged two to five years. We are open five days a week 9:15am-3:15pm with Breakfast Club and Out of School facilities available from 7:45am-5:30pm.
In our last Ofsted inspection on July 15th 2024, we were awarded 'Good' in all areas.
The report stated: "Staff create a homely setting which children thrive in. Staff prioritise building good relationships with children and their families. They use their observations and discussions to plan activities and resources to support children's ongoing development" and "are passionate about providing high-quality care and learning".
Bramfield Stepping Stones
welcomes children at all stages of development, including those in nappies, and from the Halesworth area and beyond. All children are entitled to 15-hours per week of government funding in the term following their third birthday. 30-hour funding and two year old funding is also available for families meeting certain financial criteria. Unlike many other settings, we do not charge any additional fees, e.g. consumable fees or top up fees for funded children. We currently have spaces available. For further details call 01986 784586 or contact: annaandcraig@ bramfieldpreschool.co.uk Please also feel free to look at our website: www.bramfieldpreschool.co.uk
Middleton Primary School
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Alternatively, contact us to arrange a visit to our school for in-year admissions 01728 648251
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Pink Ladies announce this year's fundraising total
The iconic Pink Ladies' Tractor Road Run has raised an astonishing sum for charity following this year's event.
Organisers of The Pink Ladies' Tractor Road Run have announced this year's fundraising total of £127,150 at their annual celebration evening.
The total was announced for the first time at a cheque presentation in front of hundreds of supporters including this year's Pink Ladies, the support crew, marshals and the wider team.
The first Pink Ladies' Tractor Road Run took place in 2004 and this year's collection takes the total raised by the event to more than £1,224,150, all in aid of Cancer Research UK's breast cancer appeal.
In July, a bumper number of ladies took part in the run with a convoy of 178 tractors swathed in pink travelling a 20-mile route through south Norfolk and north Suffolk.
Organiser Annie Chapman said: "Much to my amazement, we had a stunning number of entries this year. I really thought the numbers would drop back as last year was such a special event
with the 20th anniversary and the incentive to reach the £1million, which we smashed! Despite slightly inclement weather, it only really rained at lunchtime, we actually had a great run! There were 191 ladies on 178 tractors and of those wonderful ladies, 63 of them were new to the run! Thank you to everybody for whatever you have done for this tractor run, none of it would happen without a full team effort."
At the presentation, Annie was joined by Pink Lady Dawn Briggs, who presented the cheque to Sophia France, Relationship Manager for Norfolk and Suffolk at Cancer Research UK. Before presenting the cheque, Dawn said: "Thank you to Annie for giving me this honour. I've driven in the Pink Ladies Tractor Run since 2007 and I've always known it was a worthwhile and important cause. However, last year, it was brought home to me in the worst possible way with my daughter Julie being diagnosed with breast cancer. The chemotherapy was targeted at the type of breast cancer she had. Through the research that Cancer Research are able to do and the money we raise helps pay for, they were
able to pinpoint the cancer and give her the right type of drug to target it and hopefully eradicate it. That's why we should continue to drive our pink tractors every year so more and more people will be like my brave and beautiful daughter and be beautiful, brave survivors."
On receiving the cheque on behalf of Cancer Research UK, Sophia said: "Wow! All of the research we do could not happen at all without people like you, every single one of you. Every single penny you raise and every single minute you take out of your day to fundraise, helps. You make all our progress possible. You should be really proud of yourselves because this is a phenomenal amount of money, thank you so much."
This year's Run took place on July 7th, and thousands of people packed the route, cheering on the Pink Ladies in towns, villages, laybys and gardens. Houses and businesses were bedecked in pink bunting, banners and flags and many supporters were dressed head-to-toe in pink.
For more information about the event, please visit: www.ladiestractorroadrun.co.uk
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Harleston Choral Society
We're back singing on Monday evenings from 7:30pm-9:30pm in The London Road Church, Harleston, IP20 9BH. Free parking is available in The Original Factory Shop, almost opposite the church. Come and join us, especially if you're a potential tenor!
We're rehearsing Haydn's Missa Sancti Nicolai and other Christmas music (including carols, some with audience
participation) in preparation for our Christmas Concert on December 14th in St. John's Church, Harleston. We've been singing since 2000. We're a friendly community choir. There are no auditions, and music is provided free. Further information about the choir is on: www.harlestonchoralsoc.org.uk or email Stella Brownsea: heidihouse@btinternet.com
Thank you from Friends of St. Peter's, Sibton
The Friends of St. Peter's, Sibton would like to thank our audiences and participants at this summers' events for their tremendous support. Special thanks also goes to the Community News for carrying information about all our events.
Record numbers have attended concerts and our annual book sale, providing record levels of funding for much needed repairs to Sibton's very special church building.
The 'Art in Ruins' event in July (for which we were given the opportunity of visits to the Sibton Abbey Ruin by Nicholas Levett-Scrivener) allowed artists to draw, paint and photograph. Linking this to an art exhibition
at the church provided the background for a very special occasion.
Our final event of the season comes up in October. On October 19th, we welcome back 'Del & Jeremy & Stephen' our local guitar trio with vintage 50's and 60's hits. This will be the final social event of the season at St. Peter's Church, IP17 2NB. The evening runs from 7pm-10pm and all are welcome. Food will be by Cheryl's Suffolk Catering and there will be a licensed bar selling beers, soft drinks and wine. Tickets priced at £10 will be on sale from the Weavers Tea Room and Peasenhall General Store before the event, and also online at Eventbrite.
The Woolverstone Project receives Lottery funding
The Woolverstone Project (a charity dedicated to the provision of sailing for people with disabilities and operating in South Suffolk and Essex) is delighted to have received National Lottery funding.
This is part of an ambitious plan to expand and enhance our services by increasing the number of participants, improved volunteer engagement and the development of new relationships with the region's special schools. We also hope to expand annual community events for specific groups and families.
The funding has also supported the purchase of a new boat named 'Freedom'. One of the first sailors to use Freedom was 55-year-old Mark, a former keen sailor, frustrated by being unable to pursue his passion due to disability. His support nurse approached the project and we were able to make his dream come true. With the support of James Cartlidge (the MP for South Suffolk), the Woolverstone Project is appealing to the local community to support our mission. Volunteers are the backbone of the project and there are numerous ways to support us. For further details, email: info@woolverstone project.org.uk
year. The key to enabling this will be ensuring employers have a system of identifying and reporting benefits to payroll teams and this should be addressed sooner rather than later to ensure a smooth transition once the payrolling of benefits becomes mandatory.
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Employers will need to ensure their payroll software can deal with payrolled benefits and the reporting requirements to HMRC. In addition, they will need to ensure any staff involved in processing payroll are trained on the new processes.
Employers will also need to communicate the changes to employees, to ensure they understand how their benefits are being reported to HMRC and the information shown on their payslip.
The new system aims to simplify tax reporting and ensure the correct 'real time' calculation of tax. Often, there can be a delay in tax codes being updated to reflect new benefits, or an employee is taxed on an estimated benefit value through the year until the employer reports the actual value at the end of the
Many people will be familiar with the P11D process... When an employer provides a taxable benefit to an employee, such as a company car or private medical insurance. Form P11D is prepared at the end of the tax year to report those benefits to HMRC. The employee then includes the value of those benefits on their personal tax return (if they complete one) or otherwise, the tax due is collected through their tax code. Since April 2016, employers can voluntarily elect to payroll benefits. The value of the benefit is added to the employee's salary and the tax due on the benefit is deducted via the payroll each time they are paid. From April 2026, payrolling of benefits will become mandatory for all employers, effectively replacing the P11D. This will be a significant change to the current process. Identifying and calculating the value of benefits will need to be assessed every single pay period, rather than retrospectively at the end of the tax year, so the timing of this will be crucial. The benefits associated with living accommodation and low or interest-free loans provided to employees are currently excluded from payrolling, however it is expected these will be included within payrolling by 2026. Class 1A National Insurance contributions paid by the employer (including on payrolled benefits) are currently reported annually on a Form P11D(b). Again it is expected (but not yet confirmed) that these amounts will be payable to HMRC in-year, along with the usual PAYE tax and National Insurance payroll deductions.
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Are you interested in family or local history? Then come along to the Fromus Centre, Street Farm Road, Saxmundham, IP17 1AL (behind the Library) on October 5th from 11am-4pm, where the Alde Valley Suffolk Family History Group (AVSFHG) will be hosting a Grand Open Day.
Last year's Open Day was a highly successful event, and this year's looks to be even better, with many more displays!
Aldeburgh & District Local History Society will be presenting research undertaken by its members, covering aspects of the history of life in our area. You'll be able to listen to recordings of the oral history of Aldeburgh and also discover whether your ancestors might have contributed to its civic life at the turn of the 17th century.
Worlingworth Local History Group will feature the Loyal Worlingworth Volunteers Painting Conservation Project, and the 1760 Parish Fire Engine
Restoration which starred in 'The Repair Shop' on TV, and will show a film of the fire engine being exercised.
Yoxford History Group's 'Shopping in Yoxford in the 20th Century' will show how the village has changed in light of national shopping habits. In the first half of the century, everything could be found on every village high street. Then came the supermarket, the motor car, freezers, (and later) out-oftown shopping malls, and now the internet with online shopping.
Martlesham Heath Aviation Society and the Control Tower Museum tell the fascinating history of this iconic airfield, from its start in 1917 as a Royal Flying Corps base, then as an aircraft testing establishment, then Fighter Station that took part in the Dunkirk evacuation and the Battle of Britain. Later, it was joined by fighters of the US Army Air Force, which created even more stories, before it closed in 1962.
Suffolk Family History Society (which celebrates 50 years in 2025) has helped researchers in Suffolk and around the globe. They'll give advice to help those stuck with their "brick walls" and with general enquiries.
Felixstowe Family History Society has transcripts of Parish Records of baptisms, marriages and burials for most of the parishes in its local area, and has members from all over the place, and are always happy to advise people about their research.
Benhall & Sternfield History Group's exhibition is entitled 'Changes in Farming' A pictorial and oral history display recording the changes in farming in Saxmundham, Benhall and Sternfield since WWII. Can local farmers still make a living or have they had to diversify?
Knodishall Local History Group is looking forward to sharing their collection of village photos and ephemera, including
their re-discovered WI Millenium Survey. They'd love to hear your stories about the village and look forward to chatting with you at the Open Day. The Long Shop Museum in Leiston will also have a display, as will Saxmundham & District Local History Society and Friston History Group, and Janet Barnes will have information about the history of farms in Middleton. Last but definitely not least, the hosts (Alde Valley Suffolk Family History Group), is making available a dedicated room where you can research local war memorials and graveyard surveys, old directories, parish registers and historic maps. Experienced family history researchers will be on hand to give free help and advice in tracing your ancestors, including the use of DNA testing. Free admission, but donations welcome. Light refreshments. Good free car parking. For more info, visit: www.avsfhg.org.uk
(L to R): Annie Chapman, Sophia France and Dawn Briggs with this years cheque for £127,150
Yoxford's main grocer and draper
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Cakes & Ale Holiday Park hosts successful fundraiser for Friends of Leiston Airfield
Cakes & Ale Holiday Park in Leiston proudly hosted a successful fundraiser event, raising over £500 for the Friends of Leiston Airfield (FOLA). Building on the success of this year's airshow, this event marks the beginning of what the park hopes will become an annual tradition to honour and preserve the rich history of Leiston Airfield.
The evening kicked off with a lively, family-friendly quiz, which saw 15 enthusiastic teams compete. The quiz concluded with the team 'Keep it Clean' taking home the glory and a selection of wine generously donated by the Yoxford Boys Bar. Local businesses rallied behind the cause, donating a variety of raffle prizes that contributed significantly to the funds raised.
Leiston Airfield holds a special place in history as the base of the 357th Fighter Group, an air combat unit of the US Army Air Forces during WWII. The group operated the iconic P-51 Mustang aircraft as part of the US Eighth Air Force and was unofficially known as the "Yoxford Boys", named after the nearby village. This historical connection is honoured at Cakes & Ale with a memorial and an on-site museum dedicated to the veterans, prominently located along Harrow Lane.
What's on at Saxmundham Library?
• New Suffolk Constabulary Community Policing Team
Drop In & Crime Prevention Information: Sessions run on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 10:30am-12pm on October 22nd, November 26th and January 28th (no session in December).
Volunteers required:
• LEGO Group Volunteer: Could you volunteer? Do you have a creative mind and love Lego building? Sessions run twice per month on Saturday mornings 11am-12:30pm.
• Home Library Service Volunteer: Selecting, delivering and collecting books for housebound people/those that find it difficult to get to a library. You'd be paired with another volunteer and one will drive. Runs 1st Tuesday morning each month.
learn? Can you play already? Sessions run on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month, 2pm-4pm. Please come along and learn the game with our experienced volunteers. October 4th and 18th, November 1st and 15thand December 6th.
• Dementia & Long Term Health Condition Support Group: For those living with conditions, carers, family and professionals, all welcome for chat, tea and biscuits. On the 3rd Friday of each month from 11am-12:30pm, October 18th (Citizens Advice attending), November 15th (bring an object/photo/memory to discuss) and December 20th (sing-a-long with Sally and Peter).
Donations welcome. No sessions during school holidays.
• Baby Bounce/Tot Rock: Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30am10am. Free sessions for parents/ carers and babies/toddlers with gentle songs and rhymes. No sessions during school holidays.
• TopTime: Every Thursday, 10am-12pm. Something different every week for adults, chat with tea and biscuits. £1pp. Talks, crafts, games, quiz, bingo, play reading, singa-longs, health and activity sessions etc.
Looking ahead, Cakes & Ale Holiday Park plans to host additional fundraising events leading up to next year's airshow, inspired by the positive feedback and generous contributions from this event.
Denise Robinson (a long-time holiday homeowner at Cakes & Ale for 17 years) shared her thoughts on the evening: "The Cakes & Ale fundraiser was an outstanding success. The money raised will go towards the flyover day to honour the pilots who lost their lives while based here. Everyone who took part said it was a fantastic night with plenty of laughs. The team put in a tremendous amount of time and effort to organise a great evening."
Jamie Sillett (General Manager of Cakes & Ale Holiday Park) expressed his gratitude and excitement for future events: "It was lovely to see everyone come together for an event close to the hearts of our park and holiday homeowners. We look forward to many more charity events and thank everyone for their support."
For more information on upcoming events at Cakes & Ale Holiday Park or to learn more about the history of Leiston Airfield, please contact Jamie Sillett by calling 01728 831655, or emailing: jamie.sillett@ harrisonleisureuk.com
• General Volunteer: Supporting the library staff with the day-today running of the library. Please speak to staff about any of our volunteering roles and apply online: www.suffolklibraries.co.uk/ about/jobs-volunteering/ volunteer
Regular Activities:
• Knit & Natter: A friendly, welcoming group. All abilities, bring your craft/art projects. On the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, 2:30pm4:30pm (October 1st and 15th, November 5th and 19th, December 3rd and 17th).
• LEGO: Sessions on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, 11am-12:30pm. Next sessions: October 2nd, November 16th and December 7th and 21st.
• Mah Jong: Would you like to
• Friday Readers Book Group: Last Friday each month from 1:30pm on October 25th and November 29th. Read the chosen book, discuss and handout next book. Currently reading 'Here We Are' by Graham Swift.
• Books, Banter & Biscuits Book Group: Discover the joy of reading with other like minded, enthusiastic readers and book addicts. Lively discussions for the mind. On the first Wednesday of each month. Next meeting is October 2nd from 2pm-4pm. All welcome. The next book will be handed out. October 2nd, November 6th, December 4th.
• Wiggly Wednesdays: Afterschool art sessions for children and families. Wednesdays after school from 3:30pm-4:30pm. All materials kindly provided and run by The Art Station.
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• Home Library Service: First Tuesday each month. A service for those unable to leave their own home. Let us know if you/someone you know would like this service (long or short term). Would you like to become a volunteer for this service? Please complete our online volunteer application form at: www.suffolklibraries. co.uk/about/jobs-volunteering/ volunteer.
• Citizens Advice: Every Wednesday, 10am-12pm (for support and advice). Free advice on issues like housing, benefits, money, debt, immigration, relationships, employment etc.
• East Suffolk Council: Every Wednesday, 10am4pm. (Council Tax, Housing, Benefits, Environment, Leisure, Planning, Waste, etc).
• Warm Space: Free hot/cold drinks and biscuits available, during all of our opening hours. All donations of items/cash are very much appreciated to keep it running. Items currently needed: Cup-a-soups, biscuits, instant hot chocolate, squash.
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New funding for The George Community Pub!
East Suffolk Council The George Community Pub (currently under renovation with help from the National Lottery Heritage Fund) is delighted to announce that it has received two new grants of £28,500 from UKSPF - Rural Business & Community Hub Fund scheme and £4,500 from the Community Inclusion Fund Suffolk Community Foundation for the fit out of its activity room, designed specifically to benefit the health and wellbeing of the local community.
The fully accessible and dedicated space, which is sited upstairs above the pub bar and restaurant, can now be equipped with the latest technology as well as movable equipment and furnishings that can be adapted to suit a range of activities, such as an art therapy group, music ensemble, mindfulness session or a film.
"This is fantastic news!" said Christine Abraham (Community Engagement Officer), "as it means we can fulfil our mission to create an exciting space dedicated to improving the
wellbeing of the local community and make The George much more than just a pub. The equipment and furnishings which can now be purchased are the result of community and stakeholder consultation, but it doesn't end here. There has been a lot of interest from local people and organisations interested in using the space and we hope the community will not only enjoy the activities and events on offer, but will support them by volunteering and even run some themselves."
The 16th Century George Pub is community owned and its renovation is being funded by The Lottery Heritage Fund, other grant providers and 460 local shareholders. The renovation includes an activity room dedicated to events and the wellbeing of our community. Opening is scheduled for spring 2025. For further information, email: info@thegeorge communitypub.co.uk or contact George Hering on: 07799 432255.
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Leiston Town Bowls update
End of another cricket season at Saxmundham Cricket Club
OCTOBER 1ST, 8TH, 15TH, 22ND & 29TH
Tuesday Market Market Hill, Framlingham
Weekday market held each Tuesday. Friendly, long-standing regular traders: Fishmongers, artisan breads/bakery, fruit, veg, plants, refills of wholefoods & household items (bring own receptacles). We also have one pitch space shared between our casuals so this will vary each week. More info, email: townclerk@framlingham.com
OCTOBER 3RD
Bereavement Gardening Group
The Red House, Aldeburgh, IP15 5PZ
11am-1pm. Join us on the first Thursday of each month. Our monthly Bereavement Gardening Group is led by our Head Gardener at The Red House aims to support individuals by restoring peaceful connections with the rhythms & patterns of the lifecycle. An opportunity to connect with others who have been bereaved & get involved in garden maintenance work. Booking essential. 8 places per session. We also run a Bereavement Café. www.brittenpearsarts.org
OCTOBER 3RD
Friends of Woodbridge Library Fashion Show Woodbridge Library
7pm. Specially created catwalk featuring autumn & winter wear from some of town's leading clothes shops. Clothes modelled by real customers. Something for all! Glass of fizz on arrival. Raffle with prizes donated by Woodbridge shops. Tickets: £10. Booking in advance is essential.
OCTOBER 4TH
Greener Fram Meeting - Resource Depletion
Unitarian Meeting House, Framlingham
9:30am-11:30am. The worlds' resources are finite. We use them as if they'll last forever! Find out the facts & what we can do together. Think globally, but ACT locally. Action for a positive future.
OCTOBER 4TH
Carrie Hope Fletcher: Love Letters Concert Tour Ipswich Regent Theatre
7:30pm. Arguably the most recognisable West End performer of her generation, author, actress, vlogger & award-winning sensation Carrie Hope Fletcher is heading back out on the road in Autumn of this year! Tickets from £27.50: www.cuffeandtaylor.com
OCTOBER 5TH
Open Day
Fromus Centre, Saxmundham, IP17 1AL Alde Valley Suffolk Family History Group Open Day. Read more about this on page 11.
OCTOBER 5TH
Fun Quiz Night
St. Margaret's Church, Leiston, IP16 4HG 6pm for 6:30pm start. Teams up to 6, £4pp. Bring own drinks/snacks. To book, call Emma on 01728 832166.
OCTOBER 5TH
Ben Matthews Benhall Village Social Club Local performer sings everyone's favourite cover songs. More info, call: 01728 768140.
OCTOBER 5TH
The Stadium Rock Experience Leiston Film Theatre
7:30pm. Crammed full of songs from the biggest mainstream rock acts. 6-piece band with impressive staging, effects & lighting. Not to be missed! Book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets: £19.50, Conc. £19, Friends £18.50, available at: www.leistonfilmtheatre.co.uk
OCTOBER 5TH
'Get Loaded' Indie & Britpop Tribute Band LIVE Sizewell Sports & Social Club
8pm-12am. Tickets £5. Door profits will be going to charity: Supporting Activities For Everyone (SAFE).
OCTOBER 5TH & 6TH Gothic Falconry Framlingham Castle
10am-5pm. Gaze skywards in awe as a spectacular collection of birds take flight to soar & swoop above Framlingham Castle in this display of Gothic Falconry. Suitable for all the family. Book online for 15% off: shorturl.at/HpeKI
OCTOBER 5TH, 12TH, 19TH & 26TH Saturday Market Market Hill, Framlingham
8am. Our main market of the week. Held every Saturday. A varied selection of stalls with friendly, long-standing regular & casual traders. More info, email: townclerk@framlingham.com
OCTOBER 6TH, 13TH, 20TH & 27TH Sunday Car Boot Stonham Barns, IP14 6AT 7am-11am. Suffolk's friendliest Sunday car boot. Free parking & buying. Selling: £6-£12. Every Sunday from March-November.
OCTOBER 8TH
Pryke Trust AGM 2024 Castle Community Rooms, Framlingham
5:30pm. In the meeting room. The Pryke Trust charity offers help to residents of Framlingham area (from limited funds). Everyone welcome. For more info, email: gwenetheride.ve@gmail.com.
OCTOBER 9TH
La Chimera, 2023 (15)
Castle Community Rooms, Framlingham
7:30pm. Film@Fram. Runtime 130mins. Just out of jail, crumpled English archaeologist Arthur reconnects with his wayward crew of accomplices, a happy-go-lucky collective of grave-robbers who survive by looting Etruscan tombs & fencing the ancient treasures they dig up. Tickets: £4 (members), £6 (non-members).
OCTOBER 9TH
Women's Institute
Dennington Jubilee Hall, IP13 8DD
OCTOBER 17TH
'Autumn & The Deer Rut at Minsmere' talk
7:30pm. WI meets on the second Wednesday of the month.
OCTOBER 9TH
Fram Horticultural Society AGM
United Free Church, Framlingham
7:30pm. Free refreshments after the meeting available with a chance to meet everyone. All welcome. For more info, email: rogerandgwenetheridge78@gmail.com
6:30pm-10pm. A fabulous evening of style & glamour! Showcasing the latest trends while supporting a great cause. Get ready to be wowed by stunning designs & talented models strutting their stuff on the runway. Tickets: £15pp. Organised by The Blossom Charity. VIP tickets available (incl. prossecco & treats)
OCTOBER 10TH
Town Council Election
Castle Community Rooms
7pm. Election of Councillors who are standing to fill current vacancies.
OCTOBER 12TH
Saxmundham Market
Fromus Square & Market Hall
9am-3pm. Saxmundham's bustling monthly artisan market welcomes a wide range of traders, crafters & foodie stalls.
OCTOBER 12TH
'Ghost of Toll Point Light' by Common Ground Theatre
Castle Community Rooms, IP13 9BQ
Performances at 4pm & 7:30pm. Young Jack arrives as assistant to the keeper of the Toll Point Light, off the coast of East Anglia. Isaac has been keeper for 20 years, without the need of an assistant. His self-imposed solitude is threatened by the new arrival... Is he there to assist or to replace him? Tickets: £14pp.
OCTOBER 13TH
Dog Play & Socialisation
Black Horse Farm Dog Boarding, IP22 2PN
1-hr sessions commencing at 9am & 10:15am (for medium/large dogs) & 11:30am (for small dogs/puppies). Set in 2-acres of fullysecure, council-approved garden. Cost: £8 (with £2.50 going to Spaniel Aid charity). Free coffee, tea & cold drinks. Fantastic for dogs with unreliable recall. Opportunity for them to play, run & socialise & for you to meet local owners. Requirement to book on: 07808 989396.
OCTOBER 13TH
Model Engineering Show
The Long Shop Museum
10am-3pm. Scale trains, cars, boats, planes, trams, & agricultural machinery, live steam engines, models on display. Adults £8, Concessions £6, Children (up to 15) free.
The Crown Hotel 2:30pm. Framlingham Fellowship talk. framlingham-suffolk@sja.org.uk
OCTOBER 18TH
Benhall Club AGM
Benhall Village Social Club 7:30pm. All welcome to attend.
OCTOBER 19TH
Ben Langley, Comedy & Quiz Night Sizewell Sports & Social Club 7pm-10:30pm. An evening of fun & laughter with Ben Langley & a quiz. Teams of 6, £10pp. Restaurant open from 5pm. Booking advised: 01728 830025.
OCTOBER 20TH
'Birds for Beginners' Guided Walk RSPB Minsmere 10am-12:30pm. New to birdwatching? Minsmere is the perfect place to discover the wonder of birds. For more info, visit: tinyurl.com/BirdForBeginners2024
OCTOBER 21ST & 22ND
Introduction to Agroecology
Wakelyns Farm, Fressingfield, IP21 5SD 9:30am-3:30pm. Want to know more about agriculture? In particular, regenerative farming & agroecology in our region? 2-day course being offered by local, nonprofit organisation Barleybird CIC for those who live/work, in/around the Suffolk/Essex coast & heaths national landscape. £20pp incl. light lunch & refreshments on both days (nonrefundable). For more info/to register interest, email: hello@barleybird.org or visit: www. barleybird.org. Please incl. nature of your work, where (approx) you live/work in/near the national landscape, & brief explanation of how you think the course may benefit you/ your business/the landscape.
OCTOBER 26TH
Carmina Burana & Misa Criolla
Snape Maltings Concert Hall 7:30pm. Pakefield Singers present 'Carmina Burana & Misa Criolla'. Conducted by Vetta Wise. Tickets from £16pp. Book at: www. brittenpearsarts.org or call: 01728 687110.
OCTOBER 26TH
Glow / UV Halloween Party
Sizewell Sports & Social Club 8pm-1am. £5pp. Free glass of punch for everyone in fancy dress. 18+ only.
OCTOBER 26TH, 27TH & 31ST Ghost Tales Framlingham Castle 6pm, 7pm & 8:30pm. Do you dare explore Framlingham Castle in the dark this Halloween? Join our storytellers as they guide you on a journey through the past, with tales of ghosts, supernatural sightings & horrors from history. 16+ only. Bring a torch! Tickets from: £14.
OCTOBER 26TH - NOVEMBER 3RD
Halloween Half-Term
Framlingham Castle
10am-4pm. Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Framlingham Castle this half term. Suitable for all the family. Book online for 15% off: shorturl.at/9BlQ8.
OCTOBER 27TH
Reset & Inner Alignment Day Retreat
The Harmony Centre, Halesworth 10am-4pm. A transformative energy journey to ignite your inner fire with Sarahlou's signature Chakra Retreat specifically designed to help you rediscover your own divinity & create the epic life you deserve. Bring own lunch. Snacks & refreshments provided. Tickets: £88. www.sarahlousolutions.co.uk
OCTOBER 27TH
Dayglo Indydarc Puppet Show Leiston Film Theatre
11:30am & 2pm. Part of our 110th anniversary. The Dayglo Indydarc Puppets Show make a welcome return with their UV fantasy spectacular. Featuring 70+ glow-in-the-dark creations, all to a lively soundtrack. Unique visual experience. Suitable for all the family. Book early! All seats £5.
OCTOBER 27TH
Family Halloween Spooktacular
Sizewell Sports & Social Club 3pm-7pm. Family games & entertainment with fancy dress competition. Prizes for the winner. Food served. Children £5, adults free. Tickets must be purchased for the adult so we can keep an eye on space for seating.
OCTOBER 27TH
Swing Machine Big Band Leiston Film Theatre
7:30pm. Fundraising concert. The band will also be accompanied by 2 vocalists, covering songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald & Michael Bublé, amongst others. Certain to provide an enjoyable evening of fine entertainment. The evening will also incl. a Grand Draw. All proceeds donated to the Friends of Leiston Film Theatre. Tickets: £19.50, Conc. £18.95, Friends £17.95.
NOVEMBER 2ND
Coffee Morning
The Church, Aldringham, IP16 4QT 10am-12pm. Stalls will include books, hats, cakes, bric-a-brac, jewellery, tombola, new/ nearly new rail & refreshments. In aid of the Church Fabric Fund. All welcome.
NOVEMBER 2ND 80s Night
Sizewell Sports & Social Club 8pm-12am. £5pp. An evening of 80's classics & floor fillers. Live band with flashdance & disco.
NOVEMBER 9TH
Saxmundham Market
Fromus Square & Market Hall 9am-3pm. Saxmundham's bustling monthly artisan market welcomes a wide range of traders, crafters & foodie stalls.
NOVEMBER 13TH
Vindication Swim, 2024 (PG) Castle Community Rooms, Framlingham 7:30pm. Film@Fram. Runtime 98mins. Inspirational story of Mercedes Gleitze, the first British woman to swim the English Channel & her battle against both the cold waters & the oppressive 1920s society. Tickets: £4 (members), £6 (non-members).
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News from Framlingham and Saxmundham Cats Protection
Finding
black ones) remaining in our care for longer than usual.
Despite the playful and loving nature of every kitten, black cats are often overlooked in adoption preferences, as prospective adopters gravitate towards ginger, tortie, tabby, or black-and-white cats. We urge anyone considering a feline companion to look beyond fur colour and recognise the unique, charming personalities each cat has to offer!
Help needed:
For 18 months, Bex Patch has been the Community Engagement Officer for our branch. She has undertaken the trapping and neutering of feral and domestic cats, either returning them to to site or re-homing. She has dealt with poultry processing plants, multi-cat households and domestic colonies.
When her time with us ends, we'd like to continue tackling the problems but will need more volunteers. If you'd like to help, please let us know. We're looking for those who'd like to be 'hands on' with trapping and those who'd be willing to hold a trap and loan it out to the general public as and when required. Training and advice will be given. Please contact us to find out more.
Looking for a home: This pretty little cat pictured is Monica. She's approximately one year old and is a very playful and sweet-natured girl who enjoys plenty of attention and affection. She'd possibly be fine in a home with another cat or a gentle dog used to living with cats. Monica would like a home in a safe area, with garden to explore away from busy roads. Please contact us for more information about Monica or see her on our website. See our website: www.cats. org.uk/framandsax, email: enquiries@framandsax.cats.org.
Could you give sweet little Monica the loving home she deserves?
uk, or phone 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.
Suffolk Family History Society to Thorpeness and Lowestoft, Suffolk.
Expert Auctioneer Elizabeth Talbot to present 'Shadowing Peter Pan' talk
The next meeting of the Ipswich group of the Suffolk Family History Society is titled 'Shadowing Peter Pan' by Expert Auctioneer Elizabeth Talbot.
Often appearing on BBC and ITV shows including Antiques Road Trip and Flog It as well as local radio stations, Elizabeth Talbot leads a personal journey, from childhood to the present day, via Scotland, middle England,
Her lavishly-illustrated talk tells of her fascination with author/playwright J. M. Barrie's Peter Pan, and a sequence of serendipitous coincidences that chartered her life and the infection joys of being a collector.
The talk will take place at 7:30pm on October 2nd at the Salvation Army Citadel, 558 Woodbridge Road, Ipswich, IP4
4PH (enter through the rear door from the car park). Entry is £3pp for members and £4pp for nonmembers who are most welcome. Pay on the door, no need to book. For more information, contact Howard on 01473 274300. www.suffolkfhs.co.uk
