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THE BEST OF ANGLIA

MAY 2011 #72

The biggest & best guide to what’s on this month

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LivingEAST Motoring Garden House & Home Fashion Food & Drink

OutEAST Art Music Events Shows Towns & Villages INSIDE: the ultimate guide to all the region’s summer festivals

RIHANNA at Chelmsford’s V Festival

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LIVING EAST MAY Around the region MY EAST ANGLIA Essex cricketer James Foster AT WORK Embroidery artist Jill Draper HOUSE & HOME Interiors GARDEN Hanging baskets MOTORING The Range Rover Evoque FOOD & DRINK The TripAdvisor pick for eating out FASHION Shades of Summer

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Hello and welcome to another great issue of EAST MAGAZINE. We’ve had some great feedback about the new layout, so thank you everyone for your kind comments - we’re glad you like it. This month, we’ve got the lowdown on all the region’s great festivals: Rihanna, Elton John, Peter Andre, Katherine Jenkins, Eminem, Tinie Tempah and Eliza Doolittle are just some of the big names appearing live during the next few months.

But there’s also lots of local talent to be appreciated, so book those tickets now and make the of a Fest fest! Enjoy. John Boston

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Rihanna plays V Festival ahead of her national arena Loud tour.

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OUT EAST Freddie Starr MAY AROUND THE REGION FESTIVALS The ultimate summer guide NORFOLK Thetford &area NORFOLK Wells-next-the Sea NORFOLK What’s on in May SUFFOLK Bury St Edmunds SUFFOLK Suffolk Open Studios SUFFOLK What’s on in May HERTS & BEDS Old Warden Park HERTS & BEDS Bedford HERTS & BEDS Sawbridgeworth HERTS & BEDS Bishop’s Stortford HERTS & BEDS What’s On in May CAMBS Around the county CAMBS What’s On in May ESSEX Leigh-on-Sea ESSEX What’s On in May ESSEX Summer in Southend OUT & ABOUT

TEAM EAST Publisher Sean Thompson (01954 267696) sean@eastmag.com Editor John Boston john@eastmag.com Contributing Editor Emily Walter emily@eastmag.com Area Manager (Arts/Norfolk) Charlie Roadley-Battin (07595 894578) charlie@eastmag.com Area Manager (Suffolk/Essex) Darren Marshall (07826 628680) darren@eastmag.com Area Manager (Beds/Herts) Stewart Hedges (07595 894557) stewart@eastmag.com Area Manager (Cambridgeshire) Jim Leishman (01954 267635) jim@eastmag.com CONTACT GENERAL ENQUIRIES Tel. 01954 267904 HEAD OFFICE Unit 4,Avenue Business Park, Elsworth, Cambridge, CB23 4HY ADVERTISING Production 01353 616000 ads@eastmag.com Fax 01353 616120 EDITORIAL editorial@eastmag.com Issue #72 May 2011 www.eastmag.com EAST magazine is published by Thompson Media Partners Ltd. All rights reserved. Reproduction, in part or in whole, without the written permission of the publisher is strictly prohibited. The views expressed by contributors are not necessarily those of the publisher.All times, prices and dates of events were correct at the time of going to press but readers are advised to ring and check before setting out.

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Living East Green Amber set in a Celtic styled 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet, £58. Available from Amber Imajaz, web retailers based in Bungay, Suffolk. Order online at www.imajaz-amber-and-celtic-jewellery.com

Broad Depth Furniture Designs create furniture Individually designed and hand made using reclaimed wood from the Norfolk broads. A small family business based in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, they specialise in creating contemporary units for today's audio visual component systems. Having protected our rivers for generations this unique wood, mostly Ekki, now shows off its natural beauty, strengh and colours, ranging from rich reds to darkest blacks. Call 01603 712339 for mor information or visit their website at www.broaddepthfurniture.com

Based in Watton, Norfolk, Scubby Oak Fine Foods make fine handmade preserves and pickles inspired by Recipes from the Victorian Era, including Sweet Infused Vinegars, Sauces, Chutneys, Pickled Fruit and Vegetables and Fruit Jellies.

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if you're looking for unusual places to stay in Suffolk, with rustic charm and an eco ethos, then Alde Garden, situated in the beautiful Alde Valley in the heart of Suffolk, could be for you. Alde Garden offers relaxing, low-impact holidays with a touch of luxury, and you can choose from a range of accomodations - Mongolianstyle yurts, native American style tipis, a traditional carved wooden gypsy caravan and a cozy beamed holiday cottage. The site is at the rear of the White Horse Inn, Sweffling. Call 01728 664178 for details or go to www.aldegarden.co.uk

Set in the heart of Burnham Market, one of Norfolk’s finest villages, and enviably located just a few miles from the stunning north Norfolk coast, The Hoste Arms is a former 17thcentury coaching inn transformed into a true destination hotel and restaurant by Jeanne Whittome and her late husband Paul. The Hoste now offers the ultimate luxury beauty spa experience. Open to residents and non-residents, the Hoste Beauty and Wellness Spa features Clarins and Mary Cohr products in intimate and luxurious surroundings for guests to relax, rejuvenate and enjoy a range of specialist treatments and progressive techniques. There’s a number of packages available, including the Day Package from 10am3pm offering three treatments per person and lunch, a complimentary glass of fizz and a Hoste Beauty Spa goody-bag.

For deatils of this and more call 01328 738777 or go to www.hostearms.co.uk

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May angels and urchins is an award-winning specialist children’s shoe shop located in Bedford. They have a arge slection of children’s shoes with an emphasis on design, quality and fit all at fantastic competitive prices. They sell shoes from a baby size 1 (EUR 16) right up to a large size 8 (EUR 42), as well as a range of chemical-free toiletries, girls’ hairslides and cuddly toys. Shoe ranges include trendy Dinosoles (right) from £25, Converse and Lelli Kelly. 45 St Cuthbert’s street, Bedford 01234 355662 www.angelsandurchins.org.uk

Norfolk-based Burlingham Glass specialise in personalised glass plates decorated to suit any occasion and designed specially for you. The plates are made to your specifications or hand inscribed with a favourite quotation or piece of poetry for a particular celebration - a wedding perhaps or an anniversary, creating a true family heirloom piece. Prices from £75. 01603 270455 www.burlinghamhall.co.uk

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REGION The exciting new diffusion range from Essex accessories designer Carmen Woods extends her creative hand to affordable luxury.

With a clutch bag starting at £75 through to a large roomy shopper at £215 Carmen Woods demonstrates that long lasting great designs are attainable at a lower price. Carmen continues to use the finest Italian leather and has continued her interest with patchwork and artisan techniques by evolving her linear sketches into an interesting appliqué technique. The results are both bold and feminine, whilst creating a fresh look at the ‘modern classic’. CW by Carmen Woods shows that long lasting style really can prevail, as each unique handbag only improves with time. 121 Broadway West, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex 01702 710595 www.carmenwoods.com

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James Foster

My East Anglia

James Foster is captain of the Essex cricket team and plays for England. We had a five minute chat with him about where he lives... and the new Twenty20 season What is your favourite East Anglia view? Walton on the Naze

What do you like most about living there? It’s got good connections and links, there is a great atmosphere and it is buzzing place. Everything you need is on your doorstep.

What would you change about where you live? Perfect, move closer to Chelmsford

Where would you go for a meal with friends? Pizzeria Bel Sit in Woodford Green What’s a good place for coffee?

Caffè Fratelli in Loughton Which shops are your favourites? Six Whiting Street in Bury St Edmunds for clothes.

Where would take the family for a daytrip out? Chelmsford Do you have a favourite building? The Ford County Cricket Ground, Chelmsford!

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Where do you live? I’ve lived in Loughton in Essex for eight years.

Where would you go for a romantic meal for two? Locally, it would be the Bluebell in Chigwell

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What do you most enjoy doing in your spare time? Relaxing with my new wife What’s your favourite meal?

Chinese What do you enjoy watching most on TV? Desperate Housewives When did you first realise you wanted to be a professional cricketer? When I was 16 Tell us about your career so far…

I’ve enjoyed my career to date with Essex and have really enjoyed the times I have played for England.

This year I’ve been awarded a benefit year by the club – something which is a great honour.

What is different about Twenty20 cricket and what do

you enjoy most about it? The excitement and the buzz that is created at Fortress Chelmsford is unique and offers something for everyone, the fast-paced nature of the game makes it something to savour

How do you think the season will go for you and what can fans expect to see? I personally hope to play a part in having a successful season with Essex. This is my first full season as Essex Cricket Captain, we have a very good side here and the team spirit is fantastic. The fans can look forward to an exciting and what we hope will be a successful season in all formats of the game.

What ambitions do you have for the future? For Essex to be successful in all forms of the game.

Essex’s first home game of the Twenty20 season is against Gloucestershire Gladiators on 3 June at Chelmsford.

For tickets or more information call 01245 254010 or go to www.essexcricket.org.uk

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Caffè Fratelli in Loughton is a smart Italian espresso bar and deli with an attractive outdoor seating at the front. Good, fresh and authentic Italian food to eat and buy, and great Italian coffee.

High Street (020 8508 5559) www.fratellidelicafe.com Pizzeria Bel-Sit in Woodford Green is an excellent pizza and pasta restarant and takeaway.

Queues can be long, so get there early. High Road (020 8504 1164)

Six Whiting Street is a fabulous menswear store set in a charming and elegant 16th century listed building. Here you’ll find an impressive collection of brands to match the decor, including their own label, Giles Emily. Bury St Edmunds (01284 769886) www.sixwhitingstreet.co.uk

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Jill Draper

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f, like me, you have to re-learn how to thread a sewing machine each time you touch one (every five years in my case) then your mind will boggle at the level of skill and concentration, let alone sheer artistry, evident in Jill Draper's stunning pictures. The Suffolk artist has a deep affinity for the landscape around her and she renders the photographs she takes into the most exquisite pictures. While her creations have an almost photographic quality, they are Jill's own interpretation of the scenes she has captured on film. A mix of trapunto (stuffed, or padded, embroidery) and impressionism, they are all created with needle, silk thread and satin fabric.

‘I always have my camera with me’, she says, ‘and I have my favourite places, all of which have good composition potential, such as a beautiful tree. I watch these places over time, as the weather turns, and the seasons often throw up a completely different view of the same object and place. I can pass by a spot a hundred times and it will look ordinary, but then one morning it will be lit beautifully. A bit like Monet’s haystacks, which he painted at different points throughout the day, showing different light and shade’.

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scale and then ‘traces’ it onto satin. ‘Satin gives the picture a special kind of luminosity.

Often, embroidered or appliquéd pictures are created on a calico background which can look matt and dull.’ She then proceeds to build up the picture using thousands of impressionistic pin-points of colour, all with clear nylon thread on the top bobbin and silk colour thread on the bottom. By adjusting the tension between the top and bottom threads she can create a pointillistic effect using thousands of dots upon dots. In true impressionistic style there are so many dots, so close together, that the eye blends them together to create the colour and depth which gives the pictures their unique detail and beauty.

As a child Jill was deeply impressed by the intricacy, beauty and subject matter of Elizabethan stump work, where everyday scenes were created by embroidering on satin. ‘They were embellished and padded to create a three-dimensional effect, and were incredibly beautiful. I was also mesmerised by the embroidered dioramas in Norwich Castle Museum, which again are three dimensional representations, but of East Anglian landscapes, sometimes even featuring stuffed animals.’ Latterly she has been influenced

by Suffolk artist Edward Seago’s East Anglian winter scenes and Geoff Masters’ pastel drawings.

Jill works from home using old Bernina sewing machines which have been cast aside by secondary schools, no doubt after suffering at the inept hands of many a reluctant child, forced, as most of us were, to produce hideous and unwearable garments. ‘I once bought a state-of-the-art sewing machine, but took it back to the shop and reverted to my old machines.’

She feels very strongly that fabric and thread are just another artistic medium and that her pictures are art not craft. Certainly her work is as far from the ‘mother’s tablecloth’ category as it is possible to be.

Her chosen medium has its own special qualities and possibilities in the same way that watercolour and oils have.

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Gaynor Clements marvels at the exquisite work of embroidery artist Jill Draper

each picture takes, because mere hourly input detracts from the years of experience, the skill and judgement involved, but they take weeks to create. ‘I work in a frantic and devilish manner’, she explains, ‘and when I lay it out on the floor I can tell right away if there is anything I need to add.’ She then stretches rather than mounts each piece before framing.

Although Jill grew up in Suffolk, she and her husband have recently moved back to the area after living in Wales, and Suffolk’s countryside, the coast and special features such as the heath and the many ancient trees, provide inspiration and the strongest possible influence on her work. Her pictures are often wintry, but after spending the first summer in Suffolk for many years, she has recently enjoyed creating may blossom and dense oak leaves with her needle.

She clearly feels she is back where she belongs, and has a studio/gallery at her home in Wenhaston, the place where, she has just discovered, her great-grandfather hailed from. Her art is acquired by those browsing in the Snape Maltings and Buckenham galleries nearby, as well as farther afield in the likes of Washington DC. Jill’s paintbrush is her needle and she works with thread not gouache, but the results are every bit as painterly and beautiful as the work of those artists she admires. www.jilldraper-embroideries.com Email: jill@jilldraper-embroideries.com (01502 478557)

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Fenella Fairrie

Interiors Fenella Fairrie is an Interior Decorator living and working in Manningtree on the Essex/Suffolk border

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aving recently relocated from London, Fenella is thrilled to be back in the area.

Fenella went to school locally before completing a Foundation course at the Ipswich Art School and then studying Fine Art at The Norwich School of Art. From there she moved to London and her career developed steadily.

“Being back in East Anglia is wonderful,” says Fenella. “I feel I have come home! I spent 4 years working for a high profile designer in Chelsea and prior to that worked at 2 other design studios. I started my own business in 2004. With over a decade of interior design and decoration experience, I have coordinated projects large and small from full refurbishments through to small one off furnishing jobs.”

Having studied Fine Art, Fenella has a passion for painting and the visual arts however, the joys of Interior Design and Decoration have slowly crept in and taken centre stage.

“Taking a more commercial route into Interior Decoration seemed a natural progression and I am very glad I did it that way. I am lucky to find enormous fulfillment and satisfaction in the work I do. There is no question that my Fine Art training has helped enormously

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in terms of visual appreciation and understanding.”

Fenella has great experience in creating schemes and developing ideas with clients. She also can go a step further when decisions have been made and with her able team, will carry out the works. As well as developing the design side, Fenella has a thorough, practical knowledge which really does help in getting projects underway.

Whether creating a scheme for a room or carrying out a small decorating job Fenella offers a friendly, experienced and efficient service.

The immense pressures on many people with busy lives, full on jobs and family commitments means a professional, friendly and time efficient help is the only way to get things sorted out. Fenella embraces

this idea and has frequently 'come to the rescue'.

“Going into someone’s house and private space is quite an invasive business, so it is important to be as efficient as possible. Initial anxiety about work being carried out is usually quickly replaced with relief when it is complete and look-

ing fantastic and that is a great result for everyone involved!

“With so many talented local artists and craftspeople in East Anglia, it is really exciting finding out who's around.

A strong network is crucial for development and inspiration.”

So, if you have any questions regarding ideas, outstanding works or future projects, Fenella would be delighted to discuss these with you. Her involvement is entirely flexible to suit your requirements, as much or as little as you need.

Fenella will be making regular contributions to East Magazine, offering advice on style trends as well as practical tips and design ideas. www.ff-interiors.com Tel: 07768 051 829 Email: fenella@ff-interiors.com www.eastmag.com

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Spring into Summer

Interiors

The days are getting longer at last and the blue skies and glimmers of sunshine tell us summer is in sight. There are all sorts of things we can do to rejuvenate our homes at this time of year so here are a few simple tips that may help you. The trick as always is to keep things simple.

Less is more Do away with the heavy throws, blankets and curtains, along with those thick woolly jumpers, put them away for the summer. This is the time to declutter and spring clean. Give your home a thorough going over, dust, wash and polish everything you can and that includes the carpets. Open your windows and let the fresh air in.

A good scented candle will help with the spring cleaning process. A particular favourite of mine is Prices 'Open Window' scented candle with extract of Lily, violet and orange flower and a snip at just under ÂŁ5.00

Freshly cut flowers add lightness, purity, scent and colour to any room. I would steer clear of gaudy brights and always veer towards whites, fresh greens and pastel shades. Display in a glass vase or more rustic jug for freshness and an easy to achieve country cottage feel. For grander designs add height and structure to elegant effect.

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Polished panes When the sun shines, let it stream in through clean and polished windows inside and out. Wash windows from top down to avoid streaks and to get a sparkling shine polish with scrunched up newspaper.

Frame sparkling panes with sheers and delicate fabrics for a light and airy feel. Create a simple, breezy look by hanging lightweight cotton tab or slot top curtains on your existing curtain pole.

Fenella Fairrie is an Interior Decorator living and working in Manningtree on the Essex/Suffolk border. www.ff-interiors.com Tel: 07768 051 829 Email: fenella@ff-interiors.com

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Garden

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t’s almost time to dust off the patio furniture, spruce up those outdoor pots and get ahead with your hanging baskets to give you a riot of colour this summer.

If you have enough space in a frost-free greenhouse or a porch to house your hanging baskets until all danger of frost has passed, you can plant them now to encourage more mature plants earlier on in the season, giving you a much-needed burst of colour against your outside walls and fences.

If you plant your baskets now when plants are smaller, it makes the job less fiddly as you can tease young plants through the sides of the basket linings more easily.

On fine days, the young plants can be put outside to harden off, but make sure you bring them under cover at night to protect them from frost.

Traditional summer hanging basket displays include petunias, verbena, bacopa, diascia, lobelia, trailing fuchsia and geranium, but if you don’t want the effect to be too overpowering, select a few foliage plants such as red-leaved coleus or silvery festuca to act as foils.

Some gardeners go for sizzling combinations, planting clashing colours of reds and oranges together to bring the wow factor to bright, sunny spots, while others prefer cool blue and white pairings to create a sense of calm in shadier areas.

The choice of styles and textures of baskets and linings can be overwhelming.

There are some with solid sides, which are straightforward to plant up, or open mesh varieties which benefit from plantings at the sides as well as in the top.

Those who are short of time may have to go for easy-care solutions such as baskets of trailing pelargoniums, simply because they need less watering and generally less looking after than other thirsty specimens such as fuchsias.

But more ambitious gardeners with automatic irrigation systems and plenty of time can produce a wealth of innovative hanging baskets.

Stylish ornamental grasses and sedges can waft over the side of a wicker basket to create an air of calm and look good in a contemporary setting.

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Curls, which has slender, silvery green leaves and is a good companion to more upright grasses such as Festuca glauca Elijah Blue, which has narrow blue-grey leaves. They need regular watering and some liquid feed every couple of weeks, but you only need to tidy them up occasionally by pulling out leaves that have gone brown.

Evergreen succulents such as echeverias can also provide an alternative display, forming a tight globe for an unusual effect, while luscious-leaved hostas can also happily fill a basket.

The grow your own brigade should be heartened to know that it is possible to grow fruit, veg and herbs in hanging baskets, so you can eat the fruits of your labour as well as admire them.

Dwarf bush tomatoes, for instance, will tumble wonderfully from pots. Plant them with French marigolds to help deter whitefly. Cut-and-come-again lettuces also do well, while nasturtiums not only look great but you can eat the leaves, flowers and seeds.

Strawberries also do well in hanging baskets, as they avoid predators such as slugs.

Plant four or five plants in a basket in spring, keep them well watered and fed with a product which is high in potassium - such as tomato feed - and you should be picking strawberries from your basket from June.

With any hanging basket it is important to deadhead regularly, water the compost daily in summer and feed as required. With a little luck, your patio baskets should be blooming long after you've put the barbecue away for the year.

The Sculpture Gallery provides a stunning setting for Wiburn Abbey’s garden lunch, followed by a private tour of the Woburn Abbey gardens. 2010 was the 200th anniversary of the completion of Humphrey Repton’s plans for the gardens at Woburn Abbey and provides an opportunity to see the gardens and hear about their amazing history. 11th May, £29.95. To book call 01525 292172

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Range Rover Evoque

Motoring

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he all-new Range Rover Evoque is smallest, lightest, most fuelefficient Range Rover ever produced. Available in the summer, it is a car that lives up to the hype; a baby Range Rover that delivers on all counts .

The Range Rover Evoque is available in two distinctive versions: the stunning coupé model, which precisely mirrors the concept car design, and the stylish 5-Door, which adopts a slightly higher rear roofline for extra practicality and greater family appeal. There are four-wheel and frontwheel-drive versions, with countless colour and feature combinations available, and this stunning vehicle delivers class-leading sustainability with sub 130g/km CO2 emissions and outstanding fuel efficiency.

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Add to this the flexibility and luggage space of a compact station wagon, a fullsized fixed glass panoramic roof , and you have a car that is set to change the way we think about 4x4s forever.

Available from September, prices start at £27,955 for the entry level eD4 Pure 5-door 6 Speed manual 2WD model. The top-ofthe-range Si4 6 Speed automatic Dynamic coupé with LUX pack is available for £44,320.

A new Land Rover Experience centre has just opened in Bedfordshire, the first for our region. Land Rover Experience gives you the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a Land Rover and Range Rover for a unique, adrenaline-fuelled driving session. World-class instructors will be on hand to share tips and techniques, and show you how to tackle almost any terrain with confidence. You can choose from a number of Adventure Day packages, including a half day off-road driving, where you'll get to tackle steep inclines, deep water, rutted tracks and ditches, or a full day where you’ll learn advanced techniques and drive on seemingly impassable terrain. Or you could try the thrills of a Night Drive, or more specialist activities.

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Eating Out

Food & Drink

FOOD TRIP The top eating places in Essex as rated on www.tripadvisor.co.uk O Picado “A wonderful taste of portugal”.

Good value, authentic Portugese food in this traditional, atmospheric restaurant, including dishes like Carne vinho e alhos and Caldeirada, a traditional fish stew.

London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea (01702 300540) Thai Up At The Quay “Fantastic Thai Restaurant”.

Authentic Thai cuisine, freshly cooked to order, with all dishes prepared in-house by the experienced chef.

Eastgate Street, Harwich (01255 554532) www.thaiupatthequay.com

The Ship “Fantastic, Why go anywhere else?!”

Intimate and relaxing restaurant with a welcoming, yet contemporary atmosphere, close to the Quayside. Locally caught fish, seasonal vegetables, and the finest locally sourced meat are prepared to the highest standards. Traditional Sunday lunches are very popular. Kings Quay Street , Harwich (01255 553727) www.theshipatoldharwich.co.uk

The Secret Garden “A Little Treasure in the heart of Maldon”.

Keenly priced home cooked European menu with a Mediterranean twist.

The Kings Head Centre, High Street, Maldon (01621 850396) www.the-secretgarden.co.uk

local fish. Great value.

Chapel Street North, Colchester (01206 765656) www.thewarehousecolchester.com The Bull & Willow Room “Why travel to London to have the best when the best is here”.

A fine-dining restaurant, a gastro pub and a little snug where you can savour a pint or watch the big match, all set in a beautifully restored 16thcentury coaching inn.

Maldon Road, Great Totham 01621 893385/894020 www.thebullatgreattotham.co.uk The Warehouse “Fantastic experience”.

Clean and modern decor and a menu serving up the best of British food: steaks, mixed grills, home-made burgers and

The Mews “Gorgeous and reasonable”.

Popular, bustling bar, and a restaurant that offers a modern selection of quality dishes. The menu offers traditional European fare, as well as the more exotic flavours found in Asian cuisine.

Nelson Mews, Southendon-Sea (01702 393 626) www.clarencegroup.co.uk/ the-mews Bartellas “Outstanding in every aspect”.

Bartellas has something to tempt everyone; great pizza, delicious pasta and a range of sophisticated starters, main dishes and

desserts. Furze Hill, Ivy Barn Lane, Margaretting (01277 355021) www.bartellas.com Flying Pasta “Happy people, lovely food”.

Great Italian with a varied menu offering panoramic views across the estuary in a warm and friendly Italian family atmosphere. Shorefield Road, Westcliff on Sea (01702 390250) www.flying-pasta.co.uk Azuma “This is NO ordinary Indian!”

Pan oriental restaurant set in 3 acres, that offers the finest Indian/Thai cuisine. Light, stylish modern decor and friendly service make this a treat.

Downham Road, Downham, Billericay (01268 711115)

The Green Room “Exceeded all expectations!”

The menu changes monthly at this excellent bistro. Produce is supplied by local farms and fisheries, and in the summer months, the courtyard is perfect. North Hill Hotel, North Hill, Colchester (01206 574001) www.northhillhotel.com Zeera “Quality Indian Dining”.

Popular Indian diner and lounge with a good selection of Chef & House Specials. Rainsford Road, Chelmsford (01245 352990)

West Mersea Oyster Bar “Best Fried Fish in Britain!”

Amazing riverside restaurant overlooking the creeks of Mersea, with a friendly atmosphere and the finest quality fresh seafood.

Try one of their fabulous seafood platters, starting at £9.95 for one person, whole grilled lobster, or battered fillet of cod. Not forgetting, of course, the oysers, cultivated in the creeks around Mersea Island. Coast Road, West Mersea (01206 381600) www.westmerseaoysterbar.co.uk

Bangkok Thai “Good thai, good value”.

Formerly known as Sangdao, this is a poular Thai restaurant known for its authentic, fresh Thaai cuisine.

Hill Street, Saffron Walden (01799 506016) Onyx Restaurant “5 Stars - Onyx has it all”.

Smartly decorated restaurant, with booth areas for privacy. Friendly service. Alexandra Street, Southend-on-Sea (01702353662) www.onyxrestaurant.co.uk Chiang Mai Thai “Authentic and fresh Thai!

Plus it's ridiculously cheap!!!”

Small bu tpopular Thai restaurant serving the freshest food from an extensive menu. Friendly, attentive staff. Southchurch Road, Southend-onSea (01702 312304) The Magic Mushroom “Been there many times, always good food”.

Top chef Darren Bennet produces a contemporary menu with a traditional influence, with ingredients, sourced locally and organic where possible. Barleylands Road, Billericay (01268 289963) www.magicmushroomrestaurant.co.uk King Du Noodle Bar “The secret is out!”

Informal eat-in restaurant based on the noodle bars and foodstalls popular in Japan and China. A mia of panpacific cuisine from Korea, Japan and China. West Square, Harlow (01279 639854) www.noodleking.biz Elderberry Restaurant “Absolute stunner”.

Seasonal Modern British menu that changes weekly using fresh and local produce. Eastwood Road, Rayleigh (01268 777761) www.elderberry-restaurant.co.uk Zabrano “This is now my favourite restaurant in the area”.

This eye catching two storey venue exudes modern chic style is a unique mix of a classic bar and a relaxed and contemporary restaurant, with an enticing Italian/Mediterranean menu.

Leigh Road, Southend-on-Sea (01702 476999) www.zabrano.co.uk

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O’ Picado

the ship restaurant and

Uniquely delicious dishes from Madeira Island

An intimate and relaxing restaurant with a welcoming, yet contemporary atmosphere.

Conveniently located close to the quay side the ship restaurant will exceed your expectations, locally caught fish, seasonal vegetables, and the finest locally sourced meat are prepared to the highest standards. Our Aberdeen Angus steaks are from east anglian herds, matured on the bone for 28 days.

Traditional homemade dishes like Grandma used to make

Fresh food is the key, accompanied by a well thought out and hand picked wine list, a friendly and welcoming service awaits you and artwork by local artists is in abundance for your viewing and purchasing pleasures.

Al fresco dining all year round – You’ll feel like you’re on holiday!

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No.1 restaurant in Westcliff-on-Sea

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It always comes down to two little words: freshness & quality 44 Abbeygate Street Bury St Edmunds t:01284 722988 e:hello@saintscafe.co.uk www.saintscafe.co.uk

Fresh Fish & Quality Seafood to Eat in or Take Away Open 7 Days a Week Inc Friday & Saturday Nights Outdoor Sea View Seating & Free Car Park

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FOOD TRIP The top eating places in Norfolk as rated on www.tripadvisor.co.uk Frank’s Bar “Great Yarmouth's best kept secret”.

Cafe-bar in central Norwich filled with good food, top drinks, marvellous music and general chilled-outness.

Bedford Street, Norwich (01603 618902) www.franksbar.co.uk The Black Rock Grill “Superb food, excellent service, a dining experience not to be missed”.

A new, stylish and contemporary restaurant overlooking the Norfolk coast. The fixed price offers a choice of starters, desserts and the unique main course; a selection of the freshest fillets, seafood and shellfish are presented to your table along with your own volcanic ‘Hot Rock’ on which you cook the ingredients exactly to your own taste. Potters Leisure Resort, Coast Road, Great Yarmouth (01502 735000) www.theblackrockgrill.com Roger Hickman’s Restaurant

“As good as we have ever had, anywhere in the World”.

A fine dining establishment serving modern British food run by former Adlard’s head chef Roger Hickman.Upper St. Giles Street, Norwich (01603 633522) www.rogerhickmansrestaurant.com Baby Buddha Chinese Teahouse “Easily the best Chinese restaurant in Norwich”.

A unique dining experience in Norwich, serving exquisite Cantonese cuisine and authentic home-made Dim-Sum. Ber Street, Norwich (01603 490889) www.babybuddhateahouse.co.uk

Cafe Nova “A wonderful hidden treasure, you must try it!”

Bistro and Tapas restaurant owned and managed by the McCallion family. Good food, great service, plus cocktails, sangria and more. George Street, Great Yarmouth (01493 851400) www.cafenovabistro.co.uk The Wine Cellar “Cosmopolitan gem”.

A beautiful courtyard steeped in history is the setting for this charming hidden gem that has so much more to offer than just fine dining, including wine tastings, 100% locally sourced produce, and live music. Woburn Court, Norwich (01603 886100) www.winecellarnorwich.co.uk Marmalade’s Bistro “Practically perfect, in every way”.

Former fishing cottage is home to this charming ristuc bistro, offering quality, seasonal, locally-sourced produce, including fish on a daily basis.

Sawadee “A wonderful place for food, atmoshere and service”.

Thai restaurant with an irrefutable reputation for its food and service.

St. Peters Road, Great Yarmouth (01493 853975) The Mulberry “New owners have done an excellent Job” Locally sourced meat and fish cooked freshly. Friendly, light, airy and intimate. Raymond Street, Thetford (01842 824122) Church Street, Sheringham (01263 822830 www.marmaladesbistro.com The Mermaid’s Slipper “Fabulous balance between homely and chic”.

Lunchtime snacks plus fine dining in the evening.

The Staithe, Stalham (01692 580808)

Dee Thai “Great Yarmouth's best kept secret”.

Popular with locals and visitors, Dee Thai serves delicious Thai food at very reasonable prices.

King Street, Great Yarmouth (01493 852008) The Fox and Goose

Seafood Restaurant “Pricey but Nicey” Wide range of fresh fish from Lowestoft market, beautifully cooked and presented, friendly service. North Quay, Great Yarmouth (01493 856009) Wally’s Cafe and Bistro “What a culinary experience we'll be back for more!”

Open for breakfast, lunch and evening meals, Wally’s use local ingredients and cook them fresh for you.

Freeman Street, Wells-next-theSea (01328 710456) www.wallyscafe.co.uk

“A decadent, unhurried dining delight!”

A fine restaurant and country pub serving a very high standard of traditional and modern cooking with attention to the quality and selection of ingredients. Highly rated in most top guides. Church Street, Fressingfield (01379 586247) www.foxandgoose.net

The Neptune “Restaurant with rooms by the sea, oh yes and its got a Michelin Star!”

Charming 18th century former coaching inn. The fine dining restaurant serves modern british food, excellently cooked and served in a relaxed ambience by husband and wife team Kevin and Jacki Mangeolles. Old Hunstanton Road, Old Hunstanton (01485 532122) www.theneptune.co.uk

20 St John’s “Fantastic find in Norwich, consistently impressive”.

Set in the historic heart of Norwich, 20 St John’s is a small, independently-owned restaurant providing top quality dishes, excellent value for money and a warm, friendly welcome.

Upper St. Giles Street, Norwich (01603 633522) www.20stjohnsrestaurant.co.uk Reeds “Great meal in a lovely building” Just outside the walls of the Norman Cathedral, the food here, where possible, is organic and locally sourced, and the menu is influenced by seasonal changes.

Tombland, Norwich (01603 665660) www.reedsnorwich.co.uk The Old Rock Shop Bistro “Great little Bistro and DogFriendly too!”

Open for breakfast, lunch and evening dining. Homemade food using local produce - try the renowned Freshly Caught Cromer Crab - still caught by a local family using traditional methods Hamilton Road, Cromer (01263 511926) www.theoldrockshopbistro.co.uk Olive Garden “The food is fab but it's the service that makes it brilliant!”

Contemporary Mediterranean cooking in the heart of Great Yarmouth. Meat, fish and vegetarian dishes are freshly made using locally sourced produce whenever possible.

Regent Road, Great Yarmouth (01493 844641) www.olivegardenrestaurant.co.uk Market Bistro “Awesome home cooked food and fabulous service”.

Everything served here is made in the kitchen, from the daily baked bread to the delicious desserts; they even cure and smoke theur own fish and meats.

Saturday Market Place, King's Lynn (01553 771483) www.marketbistro.co.uk

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Our fish restaurant has been awarded two rosettes by the AA and locally caught fish is served fresh and innovatively every day. The food is locally sourced and we print “food miles” on our menu to quantify this, and we only use seasonal ingredients. Guests are welcome to drop in for a glass of wine and a plate of tapas in front of the fire (in winter); a gourmet sandwich; home-made Black Pudding sausages and mash, or a Modern British dish – or for a three course meal. There are affordable and more expensive dishes, ranging from £5.95 for a sandwich to £23.50 for a main course. The 3-course Mothering Sunday menu for 3 April is £23.00 per person.

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he Eight Bells on Bridge Street, Saffron Walden, has reopened its doors to bring a warm and friendly pub back to the people of Saffron Walden.

After undergoing an extensive refurbishment both inside and out, and with a brand new team at the helm, this much-loved local has been given a whole new lease of life and looks set to restore a great pub to the town.

While the classic features of the original 16th century barn remain, the whole place has been given a cosier more welcoming makeover to make it a pub that anyone can enjoy, whether they pop in for a pint of real ale or a glass of wine or stay a bit longer to enjoy a plate of good home-cooked food.

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“We really felt that such a wonderful town deserves a wonderful pub,” explains Leanne. “Our aim is for The Eight Bells to be just that - a warm and welcoming place, where people are as happy to come in for a drink as they are to enjoy some quality home-cooked food. Now we think that the changes we've made to the pub, the great new menu and lots of exciting things going on, all add up to plenty of good reasons to visit, and mean that the town has got a great pub back.

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changes to the pub - which we hope people will like - there is one thing we've deliberately left the same,” continues Leanne. “We loved the previous head chef's food so much we just had to keep him on.

So, now when you come, you'll immediately see the familiar face of Matt Waddington and once again enjoy his fantastic food - the best of both worlds, really.”

Matt has teamed up with a number of great local suppliers to ensure his dishes are full of the season's best quality fresh ingredients, with meat from Burton & Sons butchers from literally down the road.

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There's also a daily-changing risotto and a sausage of the week with mash, plus succulent steaks, grills and chef's own burgers with hand-cut chips, fantastic game pie and local pork alongside a good choice of freshly-landed seasonal fish.

Wednesday evenings are now officially steak night at The Eight Bells, with a wide range of the finest 28 day dry-aged steaks, whilst on Sunday guests can enjoy a variety of traditional roasts accompanied by the very best local produce for just £13.50 a head.

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All cheap and cheerful ways to spruce up your style for summer. Follow our top tips on this season’s must-have bits and bobs and you’ll be busting some cool fashion moves without breaking the bank.

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EAST OF ENGLAND SHOW 10 Family tickets to give away!

The region's leading countryside and lifestyle show is returning to the East of England Showground in Peterborough on 17th, 18th and 19th June . The Show will be a celebration of British farming and rural life with animal displays and competitions, including showjumping, a marvellous Food Hall, Country Sports Arena, steam and classic car displays, funfair, musical entertainment throughout the three days, and lots more. www.showground.org.uk.

To win a Family ticket to this great show, all you need to do is pop your name, address and telephone number on to a postcard and send it to us at East of England Show, East Magazine, Unit 4 Avenue Business Park, Elsworth, Cambridge CB23 4HY. All entries must be received by 1 June and the winners will be drawn at random.

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There is also the fast and furious Shetland Pony Grand National, lots of food and drink from local producers, cookery theatre, 700+ trade stands, a Grand Ring packed with all-day entertainment, and much more. www.suffolkshow.co.uk We have a family ticket for two adults and two children including car parking, worth about ÂŁ45 to give away in our easy to enter competition. All you have to do is name the place where the Show is held and send your answer on a postcard to: Suffolk Show, East Magazine, Unit 4 Avenue Business Park, Elsworth, Cambridge CB23 4HY. All entries must be received by 20 May and the winners will be drawn at random.

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Freddie Starr Legendary comedian Freddie Starr, one of Britain`s best loved and most enduring comedians is set to make a major comeback this year with a Nationwide tour, radio and TV appearances and a new book. Freddie was last seen on our screens in 2009 but since then has been away from the screen and stage due to suffering from a major heart attack, which led to a quadruple heart bypass last year.

Freddie Starr wil be appearing at Bedford Corn Exchange on 28 May, and at the Princes Theatre, Clacton-on-Sea on 21 October. www.eastmag.com

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OutEast Secrets of the Saucy Seaside Postcard at Time & Tide, in Great Yarmouth highlights cards from the 1950s - 70s by the popular postcard manufacturer Bamforth & Co. which was based in Holmfirth, Yorkshire. Their mischievous illustrations and double entendres were part and parcel of the great British seaside holiday of the period. The exhibition takes visitors behind the scenes at Bamforth & Co. to reveal the card's creators and includes more than 200 original drawings, sketches and paintings. You can also see a display of postcards from Great Yarmouth. The exhibition runs until 4 Sept. Tel. 01493 743930

China Though Our Eyes is a group exhibition by artists who have participated in Artchina art tours, showing work associated with the trips, and to share their adventures and inspiration with a wider audience. ArtChina is based in Cambridge and has been running such tours very successfully for some years as well as organising exhibitions and courses by visiting Chinese artists, particularly printmakers, here and around Britain. In July, it has arranged for Zhang Guanghui, a noted printmaker, to exhibit his work and teach a woodcut course at St Barnabas Press, Cambridge.

The exhibition, at the St Barnabas Gallery, Belfast Yard, Coldhams Road, Cambridge runs from 16 May-18 June. 01223 693213 www.artchina.co.uk

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Now in its 34th record breaking year, Seaside Special at the Pavilion Theatre on Cromer Pier is North Norfolk's world famous all singing, all dancing summer show. Openwide Coastal, the developer and producer is constantly seeking to improve the content of the show and reach out to draw in an audience outside its traditional heartland and communicate that Seaside Special has appeal for all ages. With an eclectic blend of great pop music, breath taking West End ballads, a specialty act that defies gravity and lashings of laughter, it's truly the ultimate variety show.

Openwide have announced three new show concepts under the Seaside Special brand for this summer - New York City Rhythm, Radio Waves and the Best of Seaside Special. Headlining this year, Steve Hewlett accompanied by the hilarious characters Tiny Tina and Pongo; comedian Paul Adams with his original and quick-witted sense of humour; Europe's most exquisite act, Duo Paschenko, with their award winning hand to hand adagio; the unique voice of Rob McVeigh, a finalist on Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Any Dream Will Do'; and the powerful voice of soul diva Scarlett Gabriel. From the world of theatre, the Seaside Special Dancers are back to delight audiences with their high energy routines, precise choreography and fabulous costumes! Seaside Special runs from 18 June - 24 Sept. To book call 01263 512495.0

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May The Mulberry Mud Run is a new and exciting event which is being held to raise vital funds for Fair Havens Hospice and Little Havens Children’s Hospice. This is an event for those with an adventurous spirit and with the addition of the smaller Fun ‘Mud’Run, this will be a great event for the whole family. This 2.5 mile run across the Thames Estiary mud starts at Thorpe Bay Beach, Southend to the historic Mulberry Harbour. The race take splace on 30 May. To take part or for more information call 01702 220356 or go to www.havenshospices.org.uk

Come & Try Orienteering is a fun event at Castle Park, Colchester. Navigate your way between a number of defined points using a specially drawn map of Castle Park. Advice, guidance and a compass will be provided. 7 May, 10am-5pm.

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The annual Havens to Havens Fundraising Walk takes place on Sunday 8th May. Hundreds of walkers will stroll from Little Havens Children’s Hospice in Thundersley, Essex, through the lush green hills of Hadleigh Country Park, along the pretty coastline of Leigh-on-Sea to the charity’s adult hospice, Fair Havens in Westcliff. For more information call 01702 221658 or visit the hospice’s website at www.havenshospices.org.uk

Imperial War Museum Duxford’s popular Time Travelling Tours give visitors the opportunity to learn more about Duxford’s past and the personal stories behind the historic buildings. New for 2011 are the Women at War tour (running in May) and the Spitfire Stories tour (running in October), alongside other popular tours such as The Grand Tour. To find out more call 01223 835000 or visit www.iwm.org.uk/duxford

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The Ford County Ground Chelmsford will host eight group games between Friday 3rd June and Friday 15th July. This includes four Friday nights and out first ever Saturday evening game… Tickets are once again selling quickly so if you are yet to experience the excitement and fast-paced nature of Twenty20 Cricket be sure to come along – visit www.essexcricket.org.uk or call (01245) 254010. This year the Eagles are one of the tournament favourites – come and see: Cook, Bopara, Napier, Styris, Foster, ten Doeschate and the rest of the squad for high-octane drama at ‘Fortress Chelmsford!’

To enter the FREE competition simply tell us which Essex player won the Man of the Series in the recent Ashes Series for England?

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Sacconi Quartet, and Faryl Smith. Various venues, Thaxted, Essex (01371 831421) www.thaxtedfestival.org.uk

6-21 MAY NORFOLK & NORWICH FESTIVAL Jazz, classical music, circus, theatre, comedy, dance and more.

Various venues, Norwich (01603 766400) www.nnfestival.org.uk 19-29 MAY BURY ST EDMUNDS FESTIVAL 26th year for this annual Suffolk festival of music and arts events throughout the town. (01284 769505) www.buryfestival.co.uk 29 MAY SLAM DUNK FESTIVAL Festival of rock, metal, punk, emo, ska and everything in between. Line-up includes Less Than Jake, Reel Big Fish, The Starting Line, We Are The Ocean and many more. University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, Herts. (0113 244 4600) www.slamdunkmusic.com

24 JUNE-10 JULY IP-ART Visual arts, performing arts, literature, film and music, including Ipswich Music Day, a huge free live music event across six stages in Christchurch Park on 3 July.

Katherine Jenkins performs as part of a Last Night of the Proms concert with the National Symphony Orchestra, and Peter Andre is in concert in the Park on 10 July.

Various venues, Ipswich (01473 433100) www.ip-art.com

10-26 JUNE ALDEBURGH FESTIVAL Since the 1st Aldeburgh Festival in 1948, the Suffolk Coast has become a magnet for classical music lovers.

Today's Festival is an impressive programme of concerts, recitals, masterclasses, walks and free events on Aldeburgh and Thorpeness beaches.

Look out for events at the Pumphouse (off Park Road, Aldeburgh), with its a delicious mix of cabaret, jazz, comedy, and more. Venues in and around Snape and Aldeburgh, Suffolk (01728 687100) www.aldeburgh.co.uk

16-19 JUNE LEIGH FOLK FESTIVAL The country’s largest free folk festival, with music, dance, singarounds, childrens’ events, workshops and much more. This year’s line-up includes Martin Carthy, Tom Paley, John Otway, Emily Portman Trio, and Lucy Ward. Leigh-on-Sea, Essex (01702 715111) www.leighfolkfestival.co.uk 17-19 JUNE GREAT LINFORD WATERSIDE FESTIVAL A weekend of music and attractions suitable for the whole family. Great Linford Manor, Milton Keynes watersidefestival.co.uk 24 JUNE-17 JULY THAXTED FESTIVAL Mainly classical music fest celebrating its 25th year with a theme, The Music of Dance.

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1-10 JULY ARTS FRAMLINGHAM SUMMER FESTIVAL Ten days of entertainment; music (classical, choral, jazz, folk), exhibitions, talks, workshops, outdoor theatre and much more.

(01728 723028) www.artsframlingham.org 25 JUNE-10 JULY WYMONDHAM MUSIC FESTIVAL Wideranging music fest with rock, classical, folk, jazz and showcasing local talent. (01953 601939) www.wymfestival.org.uk 25 JUNE-10 JULY PETERBOROUGH FESTIVAL Annual arts fest. Various venues, Peterborough (01780 470852) www.peterboroughfestival.co.uk 1-3 JULY MAVERICK FESTIVAL Terrific Americana festival (folk/country/ blues/rock) taking place over American Independence Day weekend. Easton Farm Park, Easton, Suffolk. For tickets call (08444 771 000) www.maverickfestival.co.uk 2 JULY WOW FOLK AND WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL Family friendly festival.

Alabama 3 Acoustic have been confirmed and will feature amongst East Anglia acts. Arts and crafts. oolsey Bridge Farm Fields, Burston, Diss, Norfolk.

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V FESTIVAL This year’s V Festival at Hylands Park is bigger and better than ever with an incredibly impressive line-up that includes Rihanna, Eminem, Arctic Monkeys, Plan B, The Script, Dizzee Rascal, Kaiser Chiefs, Manic Street Preachers, Tinie Tempah, Razorlight, Jessie J, Scouting for Girls, Bruno Mars, The Saturdays, Olly Murs, Eliza Doolittle, Prima Scream, Ellie Goulding and many, many more.

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7th - House Tour 7th - Charity Paranormal Evening (all enquiries to: 01473 211884) 18th -20th - Art Classes 21st-30th - Aldeburgh Art Sculpture at Glemham Hall

17th - Opera in the Garden Shadwell Opera presents Benjamin Britten's "Albert Herring" 20th - House Tour

15th & 29th - House Tour

20th - 22nd - Art Classes

June 2011 5th - â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Truly Vintageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Wedding Fair

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OutEast 25 JUNE-9 JULY FESTIVAL TOO Alternative free festival for King’s Lynn with music, street entertainment, concerts and arena events combined with a goodhumoured carnival atmosphere.

One of Europe’s biggest free festivals. Artists include The Yesterdays, Howard Jones, The Lightning Seeds, Sophie Ellis Bextor (pictured) and The Hoosiers.

17 JULY MAGIC SUMMER LIVE Magic FM’s brand new one-day fest with a top lineup headed by Elton John, Lighthouse Family, Rumer, The Pierces, and The Overtones, with more to be confirmed. Hatfield House, Herts (08700 60 1054) www.magic.co.uk

Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn (07765 248152) www.festivaltoo.co.uk 6-10 JULY BURES MUSIC FESTIVAL Now in its 15th year, with choral, blues and soul evenings, young musicians, followed by Jazz by the Stour.

Recreation Ground, Bures St Mary, Suffolk. www.buresmusicfestival.com 7-10 JULY DRUM CAMP FESTIVAL World music festival with lots of workshops, stalls and more. Bungay, Suffolk www.musicworldwide.org 8-10 JULY ELY FOLK WEEKEND Great roots music fest in its 26th year. The line-up includes The Men They Couldn’t Hang, Martin Simpson Band, Tom McConville Band, Dervish, Johnny Dickinson, Rory McLeod, Shooglenifty and Heidi Talbot, Boo Hewerdine & John McCusker. Ely Outdoor Centre, Cambs (01353 669985) www.elyfolk.co.uk 8-10 JULY SONISPHERE Festival featuring the biggest names in rock and metal, including Biffy Clyro, Anthrax, Weezer, Slipknot, Limp Bizkit, Motorhead, Bill Bailey, The Sisters of Mercy, The Mars Volta, Hayseed Dixie, Killing Joke, All Time Low, You Me At Six and many more. Knebworth, Herts uk.sonispherefestivals.com 8-10 JULY THE BIG WEEKEND Live music and a stunning summer fireworks display (Fri), live music, Children's Festival Family Fun Day, market, sports, stalls, funfair rides and bar marquee (Sat) and live world music (Sun). Parker’s Piece, Cambridge (01223 457555) www.cambridgesummer.co.uk 58

8-10 JULY BRENTWOOD FESTIVAL Bands and beer fest, with The Boomtown Rats, From the Jam, The Commitments, Badness, Eddie & the Hotrods and others.

Brentwood Centre, Essex. www.brentwoodfestival.co.uk 9 JULY KELVEDON FREE MUSIC FESTIVAL Two stages of music, plus crafts, street entertainers and more.

Recreation Ground, Kelvedon. www.kelvedonfreemusicfestival.co.uk 15-24 JULY OUNDLE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL An exciting lineup for 2011, with a mix of musical genres, children’s events, open-air theatre, exhibitions and more.

Oundle, Cambs (01832 274734) www.oundlefestival.org.uk 15 JULY-6 AUGUST CAMBRIDGE SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL Highly regarded classical music festival featuring performances from internationally renowned artists, in some of Cambridge’s most historic

buildings. (01223 892945) www.cambridgesummermusic.com 17-30 JULY KING’S LYNN FESTIVAL Major festival, now celebrating its 61st year with famous names from the worlds of classical and popular music, comedy and literature. Line up includes Clare Teal, Hayley Westenra, The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, and the Czech National Symphony Orchestra.

(01553 764864) www.kingslynnfestival.org.uk 9-10 JULY RHYTHMS OF THE WORLD Highlights include Jim Moray, Raghu Dixit, Ska Cubano, Megson, Ruth Theodore and Sam Lee. Seven stages, over 150 acts, children's area, street art, , BBC Introducing Stage, world cuisine and much more. Hitchin Priory, Hitchin, Herts. www.rotw.org.uk 21-24 JULY THE SECRET GARDEN PARTY A garden-party-gone-crazy.

As well as music there's loads of activities for kids and adults alike, 14-17 JULY LATITUDE A weekend of music, theatre, comedy, literature, film, poetry, dance, art, fashion and cabaret, with over 700 performers. Lineup includes The National, Paolo Nutini, Suede, Glasvegas, Paloma Faith, Eels, The Waterboys, Hurts, Echo & The Bunnymen, KT Tunstall, Alan Carr, Omid Djalili, Rory McGrath, Alexei Sayle, Foals, and many more. Henham Park, nr Southwold, Suffolk.

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and it is more of a party experience.

Line-up includes Leftfield, Guillemots, Martha Reeves and The Vandellas, Mystery Jets, Blondie, I Am Kloot, Tribes, The Bees, Secret Sisters, Matt & Kim, Smoke Fairies, CW Stoneking, Joana And The Wolf, Skip 'Little Axe' McDonald, Bones, Middleman, The Hall Of Mirrors and many more. Mill Hill Field, Abbots Ripton, Huntingdon, Cambs. www.secretgardenparty.com 23-30 JULY THE HOME EDUCATORS’ SUMMER FESTIVAL A family festival now in it's 12th successful year. Live music, childrens' cabaret, open mic sessions, cinema, teen tent (and camping area), labyrinth, toddler play area, football tournament, theatre, games areas, legal questions, story time, sports day, childrens' discos, workshops, camping and more.

Rougham Airfield, nr Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk www.hesfes.co.uk (0783 379 4062) 24 JULY FOLK BY THE OAK

Festival of award winning contemporary folk artists including Seth Lakeman, Show of Hands, Bella Hardy, Drever, McCusker, Woomble with Heidi Talbot, Adrian Edmondson & the Bad Shepherds, Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman, Tyde and more. Hatfield House, Herts (01432 355416) folkbytheoak.com

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13-14 AUGUST REEPHAM SUMMER FESTIVAL Now in its 4th year, with a hots of bands including From the Jam, Buster James and Strangeworld. Reepham, Norfolk.

(01603 508050) www.reephamfestival.co.uk

9-12 SEPT HARVEST AT JIMMY’S Music and food fest, back for a far bigger third year, with music from Eliza Doolittle (right), Gilles Peterson and many others, and chef demos from Mary Berry, Richard Corrigan, and Jay Rayner. Keep checking East for more big names to be added nearer the time. There are bars and food stalls, a farmers market, pop up restaurants, plus special activities for kids. Jimmys Farm, Pannington Hall Lane, Ipswich. (0207 297121) www.harvestatjimmys.com 24-25 JULY T-FEST Lots of live music and a carnival atmosphere.

Line-up to be announced soon.

Grays Beach Riverside Park, Grays, Essex (01375 652472) www.thurrockfestival.org.uk 28-31 JULY CAMBRIDGE FOLK FESTIVAL Top folk fest, this year’s line-up includes Laura Marling, Richard Thompson, Mary ChapinCarpenter, Rumer, Newton Faulkner, Pentangle, Bellowheadm Kate Rusby, Raul Malo, Penguin Cafe and many others. Cherry Hinton Hall Grounds, Cambridge (01223 357851) www.cambridgefolkfestival.co.uk 29-31 JULY SX FESTIVAL Three stages of live music and entertainment throughout the weekend.

Children’s activities, arts and crafts, workshops, catering and camping.

Michelins Farm, Rayleigh, Essex (01702 343533) www.sxfestival.co.uk 5-7 AUGUST BRIGHTLINGSEA MUSIC FESTIVAL Annual four day free music event; classical evening, acoustic roots, rock, and world jazz.

Western Promenade and other venues. Brightlingsea, Essex www.brightlingseamusicfest.co.uk 5-7 AUGUST GIG IN THE PARK Music festival now in its 14th year.

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18-21 AUGUST YOXFEST Music, art, theatre, dance, poetry and more.

Yoxford, Suffolk. (01728 668281) www.yoxfest.co.uk

tradestalls, auto-jumble, displays, kids' entertainment, Wife Racing, show ‘n’ shine and more. Fritton Lake Country Park, Beccles Rd, Fritton, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk (07977 844790) www.vwwhitenoise.com 1-31 AUGUST SNAPE PROMS A month long series of concerts. The offerings include world music, folk, jazz, poetry readings, comedy, piano recitals, chamber music, symphony orchestras, and other un-classifiable but un-missable ensembles. Snape Maltings Concert Hall, Suffolk (01728 687110) www.aldeburgh.co.uk 4-7 AUGUST CAMBRIDGE ROCK FESTIVAL Now in it’s eighth year.

This year’s line-up includes Eddie & The Hotrods, The Quireboys, The Enid, Caravan, Mostley Autumn, The Hamsters, John Otway Big Band, Larry Miller and The Pure Floyd Show. (01353 749749) www.cambridgerockfestival.co.uk 11-14 AUGUST STANDON CALLING Intimate festival setting; acts include Spiritualized, Battles, Penguin Cafe, John Cooper Clarke, Saul Williams, Errors and Caravan Palace. Stay in style: try boutique camping in a Tipi or a Yurt. Standon, Ware, Herts www.standon-calling.com 12-14 AUGUST EAST ALBION’s HARLEQUIN FAYRE Green festival with live music, crafts, camping, cabaret, workshops and more. The Norfolk location is a secret, but ticket buyers will be informed. Norfolk www.medleyproductions.co.uk 13 AUGUST JACKDAW2 Colchester’s festival of spacey music, with two stages, food and drink, stalls and lots of bands, including Space Ritual and Flutatious. The Arena, Colchester. www.jackdaw2.co.uk

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26-28 AUGUST RHYTHM FESTIVAL 3-dayer, performers include Nick Lowe, Imelda May, Toots & The Maytals, The Blockheads, Hazel O’Connor, Steve Cropper & The Animals, Sandi Thom, OysterbandNine Below Zero and many more. The Mansion House, Old Warden Park, Biggleswade, Beds www.rhythmfestival.net (01767 626262) 26-28 AUGUST FESTINHO An intimate, friendly festival in a magical setting, Festinho is a delicious cocktail of the best in eclectic music, sunny Brazilian vibes, a laid-back feel and shedloads of wonderful nonsense. Hinwick House, Bedford www.festinho.com 2-4 SEPTEMBER LODESTAR Rock, Pop, Indie, Electro, Acoustic and everything that hits either your ears or heart will be performing at Lodestar. Line-up to be announced.

Lode, Cambs. (01223 813318)www.lodestarfestival.com 2-4 SEPTEMBER BROWNSTOCK Six year old music festival showcasing the cream of the local talant from around the county along side plenty of top acts. Plus mud wrestling arena,bungee jumps, skate park, fairgorund and lots more. Brown Farm, Chelmsford, Essex. www.brownstock.co.uk

3-4 SEPTEMBER NORFOLK SPECTACULAR New 2-day fest with a top line-up that has more names yet to be added.

Confirmed so far are: Chase & Status, Eliza Doolittle, Tinie Tempah (below), Tinchy Stryder, Taio Cruz, Labrinth, Example, Chipmunk, and N-Dubz.

Norfolk Showground, Costessey, Norwich (01603 508050) www.norfolkspectacular.co.uk

3 SEPTEMBER BIG BEAR FEST New festival of live bands including The Fillers, _Kingso-Fleon_, The Pins and lots more. Towerlands, Braintree, Essex. www.bigbearfest.org 16-25 SEPT BECCLES MUSIC FESTIVAL The 5th Annual Beccles Music Festival will once again offer an exciting programme of classical and jazz concerts. Ten days of concerts and musical activities to take part in, including: The London Mozart Players, The Brodsky String Quartet, The Choir of King’s College Cambridge, The Sid Lawrence Orchestra, and jazz singer Jacqui Dankworth. Beccles, Suffolk 01502 712317 www.becclesfestival.net

27-29 AUGUST TWINWOOD FESTIVAL & THE GLENN MILLER FESTIVAL OF SWING, JAZZ & JIVE Featuring many different orchestras and performers, and tributes to Glenn Miller, and rock ‘n’ roll. Four stages and six dance floors. WWII air displays, 1940s re-enactments, trade and craft stalls, dance lessons, hangar dances, and more. Twinwood Arena, Clapham, nr Bedford (01923 282725) www.twinwoodevents.com

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Thetford & Area

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Thetford is an ancient market town filled to the brim with history and heritage sites, quiet gardens, open parkland and a relaxing riverside. With Thetford Forest right on the doorstep, this is also the best base for discovering the wildlife and outdoor pleasures of The Brecks … ideal for walking, cycling, riding and action-packed adventure days. You may know Thetford better as ‘Walmington-on-Sea’ from the popular TV series ‘Dad’s Army’. Many of the buildings in the town and surrounding villages were used for filming and there is a Dad’s Army exhibition at the nearby Bressigham Steam Museum near Diss, and a stute of actor Arthur Lowe as Captain Mainwaring in Thetford town. Thetford has been the Saxon capital of East Anglia, an important medieval religious centre, an elegant 19th century spa and the manufacturing base of the world-famous Burrell steam engines.

SEE & DO Ancient House Museum 15th century timber framed house with exhibitions on local history and interactive display on the Brecks. White Hart Street 01842 752599 Charles Burrell Museum Former paint and finishing shop of Charles Burrell and Sons traction engine company with recreated workshops, steam engines and agricultural machinery, photographs, letters and documents. Minstergate 01842 751166 Grimes Graves Seven miles north-west of Thetford, off A134 are these 4,000 year old Neolithic flint mines. View the exhibition then don a hard hat and descend one of the pits. Lynford 01842 810656 High Lodge Forest Centre There is something for everyone at High Lodge located in Britain’s largest lowland pine forest. Walks, cycle hire, adventure playground, picnic areas, maze, and forest shop and tea room.

Special events include a series of open-air concerts, this year featuring Bryan Ferry, Status Quo, Texas, Westlife, Simple Minds, Scouting For Girls and others. 01842 815434 King’s House Gardens Escape the hustle and bustle of King Street and ramble through the beautiful gardens located behind King’s House.

01842 754247 Thetford Priory Established in 1104, the Cluniac Priory was once an important religious centre for pilgrims from around the world. Today the extensive ruins remain to explore.

Waterworld Fun leisure pool featuring waves, rapids, water cannons, and flume; competition size main pool for serious swimming and teaching pool for parents with under 5s. Fitness centre, saunas, steam rooms, sports hall, and more. Croxton Road 01842 753110 Thetford Garden Centre Popular independent garden centre set in 8 acres of Norfolk Parkland with a comprehensive range of everything you could need for your garden and much more for your home including gifts, furniture, clothing and aquatics. Kilverstone 01842 763267 Thetford Arts Centre & Coffee Shop Browse through works by local artists and craftspeople or discover your own artistic talents in an art class. King’s Street 01842 766599 Thetford Market The market is located centrally within the town's Market Place and operates on Tuesday's and Saturday's. 01842 751975

Go Ape is an award-winning high wire forest adventure course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and zip slides... all set high up in the trees. Go Ape’s first ever course, set in the heart of Britain’s largest lowland pine forest at Thetford, is centred around 30 miles of bike and walking trails from which to explore 50,000 acres of forest. The mother of all courses features the longest crossing, some 26 metres from platform to platform. And there’s all the other vital Go Ape ingredients; breathtaking scenery, a smattering of tree-top high wires and wind-inyour-face zip wires. And don’t forget the adventure does not need to stop there.

You can get off the beaten track and enjoy our latest forest adventure with Go Ape! Forest Segway – an epic new experience with a down to earth twist. 0845 643 92 15 www.goape.co.uk A unique experience in the Brecks must be a visit to England’s only whisky distillery. Located just off the A11 between Thetford and Attleborough, the English Whiskey Co. runs tours on the hour every day between 10am-4pm. There is a coffee shop, great whisky shop and large grounds for a walk. Want to entertain children while others do the tour? Then why not take them next door to Swallow Aquatics where they can look at all the beautiful varieties of fish and lots more besides. At this marvellous centre you can get everything you need for pond and pets, and the garden too. English Whisky Co: Harling Road, Roudham 01953 717939 www.englishwhisky.co.uk Swallow Aquatics: Harling Road, East Harling 01953 718184 www.swallowaquatics.co.uk

Thetford Youth Day on 29 May at Kilverstone is a massive fun day with car boot sale, craft stalls,trade stalls, BBQ, beer tent, catering stall, funfair, zorbing, miniture zoo, ferret racing, arena events plus so much more.

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Sitting at the quay crabbing - or gillieing - is a longstanding tradition for holidaymakers at Wells-next-theSea. Wells, with its small working harbour, is dominated by a 100-year-old granary building, whose gantry overhangs the harbourfront as a reminder of past glories.

The town is also known for its sweeping sandy beach and the stilt-high huts in primary colours that look out across the beach at the mouth of the harbour. The town is a network of narrow streets, old alleys and yards.

Some of the town’s buildings are hundreds of years old, and many, including former coaching inns and public houses, are listed buildings. A great way to travel through the area is by using the Wells and Walsingham Light Railway, which is the longest 10 1/4 inch narrow gauge line in the world. Wells is a haven for wildlife.

The salt marshes are a particular attraction for sea birds, and off the coast you can see common and grey seals.

Bird and seal watching boat trips leave from Wells throughout the summer months, taking visitors to nearby Blakeney Point. The time to see seal pups is during July and August.

Art-next-the-Sea is a special gallery, a place to enjoy inspirational paintings, sculpture, ceramics from local and international artists. Owned by David Burton and Caroline Richmond, the gallery permanently hosts the work of David’s HMS Victory Oak Collection - hand crafted items made with the reclaimed materials of Lord Horatio Nelson's flag ship HMS Victory - and Caroline’s paintings of The Big Sky and Beaches of North Norfolk. Staithe Street 01328 710722 www.artnextthesea.co.uk

With a theme of “Myth and Magic”, this year’s Poetrynext-the-Sea event, is headed

by Anne Stevenson, Robin Robertson (left), Owen Sheers and Clare Pollard. This feast of poetry takes place over the weekend of 6-8 May. For full details go to www.poetry-next-the-sea.com

Wells Carnival provides an amazing week of events including live music, a beach party, teddy bears picnic, fun-run, raft race Screen on the Green and a Carnival Day procession around the town featuring floats, fancy-dress, pull-and push-along vehicles and much more. Traditional seaside activities include a sand-castle competition, town crier competition, gillying on the quay and the crowning of the Carnival Queen. This years carnival starts on 30 July and runs through to 7 August.

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The stunning beach at Wells, with its golden sands and colourful beach huts, is best reached by the charming Wells Harbour Railway, a miniature steam train that runs every 15 minutes from the town and harbour.

Big Blue Sky is a cheery emporium of great stuff that comes from Norfolk. Established by Catherine Edgington in 2003, the shop has gone from strength to strength winning several awards. This year Big Blue Sky is a finalist in the Greats Gift Retailer Awards. All this goes to show that local shopping is simply the best. Although Catherine is happy to discuss her suppliers and their skills with you she will also guard their identity to preserve the originality of her shop. The charm of Big Blue Sky is that everything comes from Norfolk. It is simply shopping as it should be: inspiring, original and local. Working with individual makers, designers, artists, crafts people and small businesses the shop has a fresh and contemporary feel and is unlike any other. You will find some brands and names that you will recognise and perhaps didn’t know that they come from Norfolk and others will be a new discovery. On the coast road at Wells next the Sea, the shop has an eclectic range of local products from a good selection of books, both local interest and, by local authors and other products range from handmade dog biscuits to handmade silver jewellery to beautiful leather handbags to soap to furniture to baskets to home accessories to fashion accessories and much much more. It really depends who is making what just down the road!

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Art next the Sea Gallery …Capturing the essence of North Norfolk Paintings, Ceramics, Collectables & Curios Featuring David Burton’s Beautiful hand crafted items made with the reclaimed materials of Lord Nelson’s flagship and Caroline Richmond’s inspirational ‘Big Sky and Beaches’

Art next the Sea . 26 Staithe Street . Wells next the Sea . Norfolk. NR23 1AF OPEN SEVEN DAYS 01328 710722 www.artnextthesea.co.uk

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What’s on in May

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THEATRE & SHOWS 1 MAY RICHARD HERRING Stand-up comedy. Norwich Playhouse (01603 598598) 1 MAY LITTLE HOWARD AND THE MAGIC PENCIL OF LIFE AND DEATH This unique family show features sing-a-long songs, innovative 3D animation and hilarious interactive stand-up to keep all ages entertained. Norwich Playhouse (01603 598598) 1 MAY THE FOURCAST IS COMEDY Theatre 101 present an evening of one act comedy plays. Norwich Puppet Theatre (01603 629921) 1 MAY DRUM A cast of 250 students with a celebration of dance, drama and song. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 1 - 2 MAY LET’S DANCE Dance showcase.

Pavillion Theatre, Cromer Pier (01263 512495) 1 - 7 MAY DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE A new and shocking version of Robert Louis Stevenson's novella presented by the Sewell Barn Company. Sewell Barn Theatre, Constitution Hill, Noriwch (01603 697248) 2 - 7 MAY YES, PRIME MINISTER See panel. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000)

2 - 7 MAY YES, PRIME MINISTER The original writers of the classic BBC TV series, Antony Jay and Jonathan Lynn have reunited for this anniversary production and now the Prime Minister Jim Hacker, his Cabinet Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby and his Private Secretary Bernard Woolley are back in this hilarious new comedy.

Starring Simon Williams and Richard McCabe. Norwich Theatre Royal.

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3 - 31 MAY SHOWTIME SUMMERTIME SPECTACULAR Summer variety show - every Tues & Weds. Gorleston Pavilion Theatre (01493 662832) 4 - 7 MAY IOLANTHE Gilbert & Sullivan presented by East Norfolk Operatic Society.

Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich (01603 620917) 4 - 7 MAY DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE A new and shocking version of Robert Louis Stevenson's novella. Sewell Barn Theatre, Norwich (01603 697248) 6 MAY THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Open Space present an enchanting production of Oscar Wilde’s delicious comedy of late christenings, gorgon aunts, false identities... and cucumber sandwiches. Diss Corn Hall (01379 652241) 6 MAY SID KIPPER In Two-faced and Gutless we meet a host of Sid’s ancestors, hear their stories and songs, and discover that Sid knows exactly who he thinks he is. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 6 - 7 MAY WHERE WERE YOU ON JANUARY 8TH? Performed by Mehr Theatre Group (Iran). Epic Studios, Norwich (01603 766400) 6 - 7 MAY WOLVES Featuring huge, mechanical puppets and a dazzling array of special effects, The Wolves promises to set your pulses racing and send a shiver down your spine as it weaves its way through the city centre’s streets and lanes. Meet on Gentleman's Walk, Norwich (01603 766400) 6 - 14 MAY CANTINA A brilliant cast of Australia’s most respected creators of new circus join forces in this spectacular classic of vaudeville, magic, music and remarkable displays of dance and acrobatics. Festival Spiegeltent, Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich (01603 766400) 7 MAY SID KIPPER See 6 May. Sheringham Little Theatre (01263 822347) 8 MAY FIREMAN SAM Children’s favourite.

Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 9 MAY STEPHEN K AMOS Stand-up comedy. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 9 - 11 MAY L’EFFET DE SERGE Performed by Philippe Quesne/Vivarium Studio (France). Epic Studios, Norwich (01603 766400) 10 MAY SHAOLIN WARRIORS This is a fully choreographed spectacular that features 22 professionally trained Kung Fu masters; you will be amazed and thrilled by their death defying Kung Fu disciplines with 18 kinds of dangerous traditional weapons. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 10 - 14 MAY THE FORSYTE SAGA Great Hall Theatre Company present this classic tale of wealth and power across generations. Assembly House, Theatre Street, Norwich (01603 598688) 11 MAY THE GOOD OLD DAYS OF MUSIC HALL AND VARIETY Old time variety show. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864)

11 MAY GRAMOULINOPHONE French company that combines the traditions of street arts and contemporary circus. Great Yarmouth Market Place (01603 766400) 12 MAY MILTON JONES Stand-up comedy.

King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 12 MAY DANCES FROM THE DISTANT LANDS A celebratory journey across to the colourful and mystical India, introducing its rich artistic heritage through wonderful dancing, storytelling, use of puppets and stunning costumes. Presented by Annapurna Dance Company for ages 6+. Reepham High School (01603 873390) 12 - 13 MAY THE IRON MAN This is a bold new outdoor theatre production of Ted Hughes' modern-day fairytale, in which a deaf and disabled ensemble integrates larger-than-life puppets. Millennium Plain, Norwich (01603 766400) 12 - 13 MAY INTERLUDE Songs from the movies. Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich (01603 620917) 12 - 14 MAY ‘ALLO ‘ALLO Stage version of the hit TV comedy. Princess Theatre, Hunstanton (01485 532252) 12 - 21 MAY DINING WITH ALICE You are invited to a magical, if topsy-turvy, dinner party in the exquisite gardens of a 15th century moated manor house in rural Norfolk. Dining with Alice imagines you've followed in Alice's footsteps, fallen down the rabbit hole and found yourself in Wonderland in the company of the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter, and even Alice herself. Guests will be transported straight to the heart of Lewis Carroll's imaginary world in an evening of tongue-twisters and riddles, culminating in a musical entertainment under the stars. Elsing Hall, nr Dereham (01603 630000) 13 MAY DANCES FROM THE DISTANT LANDS See above. Wymondham High School (01953 713108) 13 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA Presented

by Eastern Angles. In a small town on Suffolk's eroding coastline, life goes on pretty much as usual until Carrie arrives investigating a 30year-old lifeboat tragedy. As lost lives and loves are dredged to the surface the past becomes clearer and locals learn to face up to the future.

Granary Theatre, Wells-next-the-Sea (01473 211498) 13 - 14 MAY CHOUF OUCHOUF Weaving together contemporary performance and traditional Moroccan acrobatics in a poetic exploration of North African culture, Chouf Ouchouf reflects the daily life in the Medina in a witty and highly skilled show for all ages over seven.

Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 13 - 14 MAY BRILLIANT STUPIDITY New York City's daring duo present a shockingly entertaining night of acrobatic striptease and absurdity. Hosted by Albert Cadabra and bringing together some of their favourite circus performers, Trixie and Monkey have created a rowdy show overflowing with smart sexiness. Festival Spiegeltent, Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich (01603 766400)

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17 - 22 MAY BROTHER LOVE’S TRAVELLING SALVATION SHOW Brian Conley (below), Darren Day and Ben James-Ellis star in this dazzling show featuring the music of Neil Diamond and choreographed by Strictly Come Dancing’s Craig Revel Horwood. Sandringham Estate.

14 MAY DANCES FROM THE DISTANT LANDS See above. Hindolveston Village Hall (01263 860583) 14 - 15 MAY SPEAKEASY A Weekend of Live Literature. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 14 - 15 MAY ROUND THE WORLD IN A TEA KETTLE Puppet show. Norwich Puppet Theatre (01603 629921) 14 - 15 MAY 2 DIMENSIONAL LIFE OF HER Created and performed by Fleur Elise Noble (Australia). Norwich Playhouse (01603 766400) 14 - 15 MAY THAT’S THE WAY TO DO IT An alternative take on the traditional Punch and Judy show, where the characters break out of the booth to wreak havoc in the streets.

Cromer Pier & Seafront (01603 766400) 16 MAY DANIEL KITSON Stand-up comedy. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 16 - 18 MAY THE PAST IS A GROTESQUE ANIMAL Written and directed

by Mariano Pensotti (Argentina). Epic Studios, Norwich (01603 766400) 17 MAY NIJINSKY SIAM Vaslav Nijinsky, dance maverick of the legendary Ballets Russes, performed Danse Siamoise in the Paris Opera.

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Exactly 100 years later, Pichet Klunchun, the celebrated Thai dancer, brings Nijinsky back to life by means of paintings, photographs and huge traditional puppets called nang yai. Norwich Playhouse (01603 766400) 17 - 21 MAY PETER PAN ON ICE A spectacular adaptation of J.M. Barrie's magical story of the boy who never grew up from the world renowned Russian Ice Stars. A fast moving production which promises to be both lavish and spectacular, dazzling with its sheer beauty and elegance that will thrill the whole family. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 17 - 22 MAY BROTHER LOVE'S TRAVELLING SALVATION SHOW See panel Sandringham (0871 230 7158) 18 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Aylsham Town Hall (01473 211498) 18 - 22 MAY SEASAW An outdoor trail of dance, performance and theatre snippets, Seasaw is inspired by what the sea and its shores mean to us. Cromer seafront (01603 766400) 19 - 27 MAY BLITHE SPIRIT Noel Coward comedy with timeless appeal.

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Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich (01603 620917) 20 MAY AN EVENING OF ALAN BENNETT Westacre Theatre Company present two one act plays by one of Britain's best loved writers. Westacre Theatre (01760 755800) 20 - 21 MAY BALLET NACIONAL DE ESPAÑA this world-class company of 40 talented dancers, singers and musicians will perform two of its best-loved works. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 21 MAY AS THE WORLD TIPPED Written and directed by Nigel Jamieson, one of the world’s leading creators of outdoor spectacle (Sydney Olympics, Liverpool Capital of Culture), As The World Tipped features the extraordinary performers of pioneering company Wired Aerial Theatre. Eaton Park, Norwich (01603 766400) 23 - 28 MAY FOOTLOOSE High energy musical based on the hit ‘80s movie. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 24 - 25 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above. Hales Hall Barn, Loddon (01473 211498) 24 - 27 MAY RUSSELL KANE Sociological silliness and high energy contortions guaranteed. Norwich Playhouse (01603 598598) 25 MAY COMEDY CLUB Top stand-up. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 26 MAY HOW SWEET IT IS Show that celebrates the sound of Motown. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 27 - 29 MAY A CELEBRATION OF RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN Presented by Gorleston Theatre Company.

Gorleston Pavilion Theatre (01493 662832) 28 MAY THE TEDDY BEAR'S CIRCUS Outdoor Theatre in the courtyard at Holkham featuring a marvellous medley of marionettes brought to Holkham by the Ringmaster and the Maestro, two comically costumed characters. Holkham Hall. (01328 713111) 28 MAY SHOW ME CHRIS & PUI CBeebies favourites. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 28 MAY PIAF A dramatic tribute to the life and music of Edith Piaf. Norwich Playhouse (01603 598598) 28 MAY THE TEDDY BEAR’S CIRCUS Holkham Hall. Historical Promotions presents a marvellous medley of marionettes in this openair show. (01328 713111) 30 MAY THE PRINCESS & THE PEA Puppet show. Norwich Puppet Theatre (01603 629921) 30 - 31 MAY MR BENN Magical, musical live show based on the classic character written and illustrated by David McKee. Ages 3+.

Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 31 MAY - 1 JUNE DANCE FUSION Dance showcase by students of the College of West Anglia. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864)

MUSIC 2 MAY MISTY IN ROOTS Classic reggae band who have been flying the roots flag since the Seventies. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 3 MAY TONY CHRISTIE The singer whose hits include Is This the Way to Amarillo and Avenues and Alleyways celebrates 50 years in the business. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 4 MAY P P ARNOLD One of the great soul singers whose hits include The First Cut is The Deepest. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 4 MAY FISHBONE Legendary in the history of American Ska, Rock Fusion and (so-called) Black Rock, Fishbone started their career in Los Angeles’s burgeoning, illustrious Alternative Rock music scene of the mid-1980s. The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 5 MAY ROSS AINSLIE & JARLATH HENDERSON One of the most enigmatic duos to emerge from Scotland - the new stars of Celtic music. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 5 MAY GUNS 2 ROSES Tribute. The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 6 MAY STATELESS One of Leeds' most exciting bands, currently on course to explode all over the music world. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 6 MAY SIERRA MAESTRA Cuban band.

Norwich Playhouse (01603 766400) 6 MAY ANDY SHEPPARD’S SAXOPHONE MASSIVE Extraordinary Saxophone Massive led by acclaimed British saxophonist and composer Andy Sheppard. More than 200 saxophonists from across Norfolk – professionals and novices, young and old – come together to launch the Norfolk & Norwich Festival with this spectacular musical fanfare. Millennium Plain, Norwich (01603 766400) 6 - 8 MAY FOLK ON THE PIER Annual festival of folk music. Headline acts include the Martin Simpson Band, Nine Below Zero, Chris While and Julie Matthews, Bob Fox & Billy Mitchell and Johnny Coppin with Mike Silver.

Festival favourites Truckstop Honeymoon from the USA return along with the Spikedrivers and Anthony John Clarke. Also appearing are the Pirvateers featuring Jim Moray and Simon Care as well as Tom McConville, Johnny Dickinson, Pound and Walsh, Steve Ashley, Keith Donnelly, Ahab, Hayley Moyses’Blue Grass Forum and many more. Pavillion Theatre, Cromer Pier (01263 512495) 7 MAY STEVE ASHLEY Singer/songwriter and a founder member of The Albion Band and a master of modern English folk rock. Support: Something Happened. Diss Corn Hall (01379 652241)

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7 MAY FESTIVAL CHORUS WITH THE ENGLISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Beethoven, Bellini, Rossini, Tavener. St Andrew’s Hall, Norwich (01603 766400) 7 MAY SHAKEUP! WITH NORWICH PRIDE Music and comedy, plus DJs in the bar.

Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 7 MAY BENOIT VIELLEFON & HIS ORCHESTRA - MINOR SWING Crooner extraordinaire, Benoit Viellefon is the next French singing sensation. Festival Spiegeltent, Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich (01603 766400) 8 MAY JANE MCDONALD Cruise line diva and ‘Loose Woman’. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 8 MAY SYRIANA East meets West in this music collaborative project Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 8 MAY C'EST LA VIE Country music. The Silver Dollar Country Music Club, Park Hotel, Diss 901603 433918) 8 MAY MEOW MEOW Navigating the unchartered territory between Weimar-era wit, 1930s Shanghai show tunes, 60s French pop and post-punk hilarity, Meow Meow creates a parody of glitz and high art that defies categorisation.

Festival Spiegeltent, Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich (01603 766400) 8 MAY DIXIEMIX JAZZ BAND Dixieland jazz aboard the paddle steamer. Southern Comfort Riverboat, Horning (01603 766400) 9 MAY TAKING BACK SUNDAY Founded by 'punk for life' Long Islander Eddie Reyes, Taking Back Sunday is a five-piece combining catchy yet meaningful songwriting layered over a unique blend of rock's best attributes. UEA LCR, Norwich (01603 508050) 9 MAY BROTHER Describing their music as 'gritpop', Brother are Slough-based Britpop revivalists currently garnering a lot of interest from the music press and are ones to watch for 2011. The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 9 MAY KYLE EASTWOOD The eldest son of actor Clint Eastwood, Kyle grew up listening to records of jazz stars such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Miles Davis. He credits his father with introducing him to the joys of the bass line.

Today his music resonates with swing, groove and funk overtones. Norwich Playhouse (01603 766400) 9 MAY ROLO TOMASSI With support from Holy State + Maths. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 9 MAY ORKESTRA DEL SOL The swagger of a Balkan wedding band, the riotous energy of Latin carnival – Orkestra del Sol’s music is globally inspired, but distilled in Scotland. Festival Spiegeltent, Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich (01603 766400) 9 MAY ANDREJS OSOKINS Mozart, Debussy, Ravel, Schumann. St Lawrence’s, South Walsham (01603 766400) 10 MAY ÓLÖF ARNALDS Ólöf is the latest in a distinguished roll call of innovative, interna-

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tionally recognised musical luminaries to come out of Iceland. Norwich Playhouse (01603 766400) 10 MAY THE DEFILED London metal maniacs. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 10 MAY NAVARRA QUARTET Haydn, Shostakovich, Brahms. St Peter Mancroft Church, Norwich (01603 766400) 10 MAY THE BO NANAFANA TROPICANA A night of Cuban music and dance.

Festival Spiegeltent, Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich (01603 766400) 11 MAY KATY B Katy B is a raw, fresh talent destined for great things in 2011. Confidently seizing the middle ground between the totally on-point lyricism of Lily Allen and the swagger of Ms Dynamite and Neneh Cherry, Katy's killer combination of natural pop sass, uniquely powerful voice and total immersion in London's club culture makes her the perfect popstar. UEA LCR, Norwich (01603 508050) 11 MAY BOLSHOI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Russia's oldest orchestra with a programme of Rachmaninov, Tchaikovsky and Rimsky-Korsakov. The Hippodrome, Great Yarmouth (01493 844172) 11 MAY PORTICO QUARTET Electronica meets 21st-century jazz. Festival Spiegeltent, Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich (01603 766400) 11 MAY THE BRITISH PINK FLOYD SHOW Tribute. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 12 MAY ELIZA CARTHY A truly inventive singer and fiddleplayer, Eliza is arguably the most impressive and engaging folk performer of her generation. Festival Spiegeltent, Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich (01603 766400) 12 MAY SHOW OF HANDS Steve Knightley and Phil Beer are widely acknowledged as the finest acoustic roots duo in England. The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 13 MAY PETER DOHERTY Inspired, iconic, troubled singer and guitarist with acclaimed indie/punk/rock'n'roll band The Libertines. After a career filled with potholes, Doherty is finally seeking a peaceful life while concentrating on his solo career. UEA LCR, Norwich (01603 508050) 13 MAY HANDSOME FAMILY The Handsome Family are Brett and Rennie Sparks, a husband and wife collaboration from Chicago, that has been described as a unique, darkly comic country-gothic duo 'teetering between The Honeymooners and Macbeth'. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 13 MAY LEGENDARY SIXTIES ICONS The Troggs with special guests The Animals & Friends featuring Spencer Davis. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 13 MAY ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING Tribute. Pavillion Theatre, Cromer Pier (01263 512495) 76

13 MAY SULTANS OF SQUEEZE Folk.

Norwich Folk Club, Christ Church Centre, Magdalen Road, Norwich. 8.30pm.

13 MAY TREVOR PINNOCK, LUCY CROWE AND FRIENDS Purcell, Bach, Handel. St Peter Mancroft Church, Norwich (01603 766400) 14 MAY FOSTER & ALLEN The beautiful melodies of Foster and Allen have made them a phenomenal success all over the world. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 14 MAY KENNY BALL & HIS JAZZMEN British jazz legend. Pavillion Theatre, Cromer Pier (01263 512495) 14 MAY SWINGBALL Dixieland jazz aboard the paddle steamer. Southern Comfort Riverboat, Horning (01603 766400) 14 MAY THE VOICE PROJECT CHOR: THE PROPORTIONS OF THE TEMPLE The city's 900-year-old Cathedral is the subject of this year's Festival commission for Norwich's renowned open-access choir. The Proportions of the Temple is inspired by the architecture, human history and stories woven into the fabric of this iconic building. Norwich Cathedral (01603 766400) 14 MAY AMEEN ALI KHAN An Indian classical musician of the highest order. Diss Corn Hall (01379 652241) 15 MAY MARIZA Let Grammy Award-winning singer Mariza captivate you with her personal take on fado, the breathtakingly lyrical and melancholic music of Portugal. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 15 MAY EMERGE NME RADAR TOUR New music showcase hedlined by Anna Calvi with her unique blend of dark, atmospheric, romantic pop, + Grouplove. The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 16 MAY JOHN WILLIAMS AND RICHARD HARVEY John Williams, arguably the world’s finest classical guitarist, continues his long-running world tour in partnership with multi-instrumentalist Richard Harvey. St Peter Mancroft Church, Norwich (01603 766400) 16 MAY PENGUIN CAFE Brainchild of the late English composer and multi-instrumentalist Simon Jeffes, the Penguin Cafe Orchestra perform 'pastoral, playful music that grabs hold of the imagination and the spirit'. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 16 MAY HARRY WINSTANLEY AND JONATHAN WISEMAN Classical concert. St Nicholas Church, Great Yarmouth (01603 766400) 17 MAY SOPHIE BARKER The voice behind Zero 7’s stunning first two albums. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 17 MAY SET YOUR GOALS San Francisco Bay Area-based Set Your Goals has one foot in the hardcore world and the other firmly in the pop-punk world. The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 17 MAY KRONOS QUARTET Includes a new work by Steve Reich. Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000)

17 MAY PANIC! AT THE DISCO Grammynominated, Las Vegas-based catchy rock act.

UEA LCR, Norwich (01603 508050) 18 MAY NORIKO OGAWA Classical pianist.

St Peter Mancroft Church, Norwich (01603 766400) 18 MAY JAMES BOWER Classical concert.

Auden Theatre, Holt (01603 766400) 19 MAY FRANCESQA Hotly tipped Berkshire alternative rock/pop quintet. The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 19 MAY CHARLIE HADEN QUARTET WEST Econic bassist Charlie Haden has been an essential figure in some of the defining moments of jazz history. St Peter Mancroft Church, Norwich (01603 766400) 20 MAY THE HAMSTERS PLAY JIMI HENDRIX Top blues/rock tribute. Diss Corn Hall (01379 652241) 20 MAY GRETCHEN PARLATO Jazz.

Norwich Playhouse (01603 766400) 20 MAY BRITTEN SINFONIA A spellbinding concert featuring the unique artistry of two musicians: Norwegian jazz trumpeter Arve Henriksen, whose soulful music reflects the landscapes of the North, merging collages and delicate sound-palettes, and Joanna MacGregor, whose virtuosity is showcased in James MacMillan’s sensationally wild, Celtic-inspired piano concerto. St Andrew’s Hall, Norwich (01603 766400) 21 MAY YELLOWMAN One of the hottest toasters in Jamaican dancehalls during the 1980s. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 21 MAY LES MCKEOWN'S LEGENDARY BAY CITY ROLLERS Hear them all - Shanga-Lang, Bye Bye Baby, All of Me Loves All Of You. 70s pop at its best. UEA LCR, Norwich (01603 508050) 21 MAY JAN GARBAREK AND THE HILLIARD ENSEMBLE The inspired partnership of Norwegian saxophonist Jan Garbarek and Britain's premier vocal group The Hilliard Ensemble has resulted in consistently inventive music-making since 1993. Norwich Cathedral (01603 766400) 21 MAY THE DIRT Motley Crue tribute. The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 21 MAY DIXIEMIX JAZZ BAND Dixieland jazz aboard the paddle steamer.

Southern Comfort Riverboat, Horning (01603 766400) 22 MAY SOLID SILVER SIXITIES 60s concert with Dave Berry, Chris Farlowe, Wayne Fontana, and Terry Sylvester (The Hollies), all backed by Vanity Fare and The Merseybeats.

Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 22 MAY NORFOLK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Delius, Vaughan-Williams, Elgar.

King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 22 MAY TENNESSEE WHISKEY Country music. The Silver Dollar Country Music Club, Park Hotel, Diss 901603 433918) 24 MAY LE VENT DU NORD Quebecbased folk/roots quartet. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352)

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24 MAY GLENN HUGHES The former lead singer and bassist of Trapeze and Deep Purple.

The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 26 MAY JOHNNY FOREIGNER Birmingham indie emo rock trio. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 26 MAY NORFOLK & NORWICH MUSIC CLUB 60TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT Performances by the Finzi Quartet & the Idomendeo Quartet. Assembly House, Theatre Street, Norwich (01603 621169) 26 - 30 MAY NORFOLK COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL Country music festival featuring John C King, Kevin Barry, Texas Tornados, Steve Travis, Pig Earth, Richard Palmer, Gone Country Band, Darren Bisby Band, Steve Cherelle Band, Overdrive, Jeff Gallant band and many more. Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Costessey, Norwich. 9.30am-5pm. (01362 820947) 27 MAY THE BON JOVI EXPERIENCE Tribute. King’s Lynn Corn Exhange (01553 764864) 27 MAY DEVON SPROULE A fantastic folkpop songwriter with an interest in jazz.

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28 MAY DUB MAFIA High energy 100% live dance music act. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 28 MAY MOONSHADOW Eclectic mix of arias, oratorio, popular music and ballads.

Wymondham Arts Centre (01953 603663) 28 MAY NORWICH BAROQUE ORCHESTRA Works by Locatelli, Wassenaer, Vilvaldi and Avison. Assembly House, Theatre Street, Norwich (01603 628319) 28 MAY THE BREAKSPEAR TRIO & FRIENDS Popular classics. St Botolph's Church, Trunch (0871 200 3071) 29 MAY ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN Tribute.

Norwich Theatre Royal (01603 630000) 30 MAY FRAMING HANLEY Nashville rock band. The Waterfront, Norwich (01603 508050) 31 MAY JON ALLEN Singer/songwriter with a soulful, slightly gravely voice. A lot of his melodic songs feature acoustic guitar and occasionally harmonica. Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352)

ART & EXHIBITIONS 1 - 2 MAY WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION Exhibition of wildlife images by local photographers Matt Clarke, Phil Smith, Liz Cutting and Roger Hance. Not open 26-29 Apr. Redgrave & Lopham Fen, nr Bressingham.

1 - 2 MAY 6TH ANNUAL ARTS AND CRAFTS EVENT Artists and craftsmen of Ludham village will be displaying their works and their skills in the large and beautiful medieval church. St Catherine's Church, Norwich Road, Ludham. (01692 678060)

1 - 5 MAY BOB HEATH: STONE Photography. Assembly House, Theatre Street, Norwich (01603 626402) 1 - 8 MAY WILD NORFOLK Images of Norfolk’s wild places and wildlife in a variety of media. Wymondham Arts Centre, Church Street, Wymondham.

1 - 19 MAY SAILING AROUND THE WORLD Showcase of London based artists and designers working in textiles, print, fashion & ceramics. Assembly House, Theatre Street, Norwich (01603 626402) 1 - 21 MAY 42ND EASTERN OPEN 2011 The annual Eastern Open continues to be one of the artistic highlights of the year, drawing artists and visitors from across the region. The competition always delights and surprises, with a wide range of media (including the now established inclusion of digital work) utilised by the selected artists. Shakespeare Barn, Fermoy Gallery, Red Barn & Old Warehouse, King’s Lynn Arts Centre (01553 764864) 1 - 21 MAY TOM THOMPSON Ceramics.

Fermoy Gallery Foyer, King’s Lynn Arts Centre (01553 764864) 1 - 21 MAY MARC CAMILLE CHAIMOWICZ: JEAN GENET..THE COURTESY OF OBJECTS, CHAPTER ONE Chaimowicz is famed for installations and performances that include preparatory photographs and prototypes as well as found objects and artwork by others.

This exhibition will explore themes derived from Genet's fascinating life, from his empathy with Palastinian refugees and the Black Panther movement in the USA to high profile endorsements such as those of Jean-Paul Satre (in an essay entitled ‘St Genet') and David Bowie (who wrote 'Jean Genie' in tribute to Genet). The

14 MAY - 29 AUGUST HUBERT DUPRAT: CADDIS, CRYSTAL AND COMPANY The artist’s first UK solo exhibition. One of the major figures of his generation, Duprat has shown nationally and internationally for over twenty years. Duprat’s best known but rarely shown work with caddis fly larvae will be one of the many highlights of the exhibition. For this work, Duprat observed the insects’particular habit of building cases from nearby objects - such as pebbles and twigs. Duprat collected the larvae from their natural environment, relocated them to his studio and placed them in temperature controlled water tanks.

He then provided the larvae with miniature pieces of gold and different precious stones turquoise, opals, pearls, rubies and diamonds. On entering the exhibition space, visitors can witness the larvae, who themselves measure only 2-3mm engaged in their miniature but miraculous labour. In addition the exhibition will include a selection of Duprat’s enchanting sculptures that include animal heads carved from flint. Norwich Castle Museum.

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Gallery at Norwich University College of Arts, Norwich (01603 610561) 1 - 22 MAY BASKETRY: MAKING HUMAN NATURE Traditional and contemporary basketry from Western Amazonia, North America, Oceania, Africa, Japan, South-East Asia and Europe. The exhibition reveals the extraordinary uses of basketry technology and asks us to consider its place in human culture. Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, UEA, Norwich (01603 593199) 1 - 25 MAY PRINT SHOW ‘11 + JANE WHEELER Prints selected from the gallery’s established artists and exciting newcomers.

Ceramics by Jane Wheeler. Bircham Gallery, Market Place, Holt (01263 713312) 1 MAY - 5 JUNE A SKVADER A collaborative exhibition initiated by the Contemporary Art Society. It combines objects and paintings from various periods of art history, all of which have a particular relation to Norwich. Contemporary art from artist-run gallery OUTPOST and arts agency Kaavous-Bhoyroo is displayed alongside rarely seen paintings from Norwich Castle's permanent collection. Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery (01603 493625) 1 MAY - 11 JUNE MAHARAJAH: SOVEREIGN, SQUIRE, REBEL The story of Maharajah Duleep Singh and his family’s connection to Thetford. A king at five, the Maharajah became a favourite of Queen Victoria.

He lived the life of an English aristocrat but died a broken man, alone and in poverty. This fascinating exhibition brings together royal jewellery, costume, archive photographs and art work.

Many of these treasures are on public display for the first time. Ancient House, White Hart Street, Thetford (01842 752599) 1 MAY - 22 JULY ROYAL CONNECTIONS King’s Lynn and West Norfolk have more connections with the royal family than any other English Borough and the exhibition explores this close association through photographs, commemorative china, objects from the Wolferton station, magazines and other ephemera. The Custom House, Purfleet Quay, King's Lynn (01553 763044) 1 MAY - 4 SEPT SECRETS OF THE SAUCY SEASIDE POSTCARD Nothing captures the spirit of the great British seaside holiday quite like the colourful postcards produced

by Bamforth and Co between the 1950s and 1970s. Young holiday makers might sneak a peek at the mischievous illustrations, whilst adults sniggered at the double entendres. These popular cards were an entertaining way of sending greetings back home – with a bit of titillation thrown in. The exhibition brings together a wonderful selection of cards, original drawings, sketches and paintings. And a film goes behind the scenes to reveal the artists and illustrators at work in the studio. To add a local flavour, you can also see a display of postcards from Great Yarmouth. Wish You Were Here is a nostalgic reminder of the town’s heyday as a holiday resort. Time & Tide Museum, Great Yarmouth (01493 743930)

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2 MAY - 22 JULY ROYAL CONNECTIONS An exhibition celebrating our royal connections in King's Lynn and West Norfolk in storyboards, emphemera, china, coins and photographs. King's Lynn Tourist Information Centre, The Custom House, Purfleet Quay, King's Lynn (01553 763044) 3 - 9 MAY NORFOLK & BEYOND Photography Exhibition of Landscapes and Wildlife from Norfolk and Beyond taken by 3 Norfolk Based Photographers - Bill Pound, Stephen Mole, and Paul Macro. Blickling Hall (01362 655045) 5 MAY - 4 JUNE NORMAN ACKROYD: NORFOLK SKIES & RANDOM JOURNEYS Academician Norman Ackroyd is one of the most successful exhibitors at the Royal Academy Summer exhibition, with a worldwide following. Weather, landscape and water are the stuff of his highly experimental and varied compositions – usually expressed through etching. He frequently records his travels, making his etching plates on the spot, and he has been the subject of several television programmes. The exhibition will focus on images from Norfolk he has made over the years and a recent portfolio documenting his ‘Random Journeys’. Diss Corn Hall (01379 652241) 6 - 8 MAY SORREL MUGGRIDGE: A CURIOUS MEANDER A site-specific art work

by Norwichbased artist Sorrel Muggridge. You are invited to join Sorrel and take a walk with the water, to become part of an installation art work floating on the river itself. Pull’s Ferry, Norwich (01603 766400) 6 - 21 MAY SIMON GRANGER Simon Granger’s paintings represent invented life forms that involve transformation and human animalmachine hybrids. Outpost Gallery, Norwich (01603 766400) 6 MAY - 4 JUNE ADAM BATCHELOR: WAY OF LIFE Adam Batchelor produces intricate, evocative drawings with a subtle political punch. His work explores the breakdown and conflict between humanity, the man-made and the natural world, and the transition of developing cultures, introducing themes of capitalism, consumerism and global issues into the mix. A graduate of NUCA, Adam is garnering interest in his work from all over the world and is one of Norfolk’s most exciting emerging artists.

Norwich Arts Centre (01603 660352) 6 - 14 MAY PERCEPTION An exhibition of stylised photographs featuring people who work in the sex industry here in Norfolk. The exhibition, organised by The Matrix Project, challenges conventional opinions about prostitution and provides the sex workers and ex sex workers with an opportunity to portray themselves and their personal stories, in a distinctive and artistic way. The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich.

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Norfolk 13 - 15 MAY SORREL MUGGRIDGE: A CURIOUS MEANDER See 6 -8 May. Pull’s Ferry, Norwich (01603 766400) 14 MAY - 11 JUNE 400TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 1611 KING JAMES BIBLE An exhibition in The Hostry.

Norwich Cathedral.

14 MAY - 29 AUG HUBERT DUPRAT: CADDIS, CRYSTAL AND COMPANY See panel. Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery (01603 493625) 20 - 21 MAY SORREL MUGGRIDGE: A CURIOUS MEANDER See 6 -8 May. Pull’s Ferry, Norwich (01603 766400) 21 MAY - 5 JUNE ART @ STOKE FERRY CHURCH Over 100 exciting, affordable,original pictures plus limited edition prints and cards from ‘The All Saints' Painters’. All Saint's Church, High Street, Stoke Ferry (01366 501369) 24 - 29 MAY GRIMSTON CELEBRATION OF ART Over 400 Paintings in a variety of styles by over 150 artists from West Norfolk and the Fens, including many paintings of the Norfolk Coast. St Botolph's Church, Gayton Road, Grimston, King's Lynn (01485 600335) 24 - 29 MAY UMBRELLA Many of the 15 exhibitors completed the NUCA Masters degree in 2009. Their group name reflects the overarching, eclectic nature of their work.

Wymondham Arts Centre, Church Street, Wymondham.

27 MAY - 2 AUG THE BROADS AT WAR World War II exhibiton. Find out about Broadland airfields, their aircraft and the stories of bravery. Discover the secrets of wartime boat building, marvel at the airborne lifeboat and its night time rescues of downed pilots and see what life was really like for those left at home.

The Museum of the Broads, The Poors Staithe, Stalham (01692 581681) 28 MAY - 22 JUNE SIR PETER BLAKE + ULLI KAISER One-man show by iconic Pop artist Sir Peter Blake. Jewellery by Ulli Kaiser. Bircham Gallery, Market Place, Holt (01263 713312) 31 MAY - 5 JUNE HOUSING THE SPIRIT Six artists, working individually and collaboratively as ‘Pomegranate’, present previous works and explore ideas inspired by Becket’s Chapel.

Wymondham Arts Centre, Church Street, Wymondham.

SPECIAL EVENTS 1 MAY NORFOLK BEER FESTIVAL Sample ales from all around the county under the magnificent crown post roof of the Great Hall and in the spacious medieval garden. Food will be served and there will be live music. Dragon Hall, King Street, Norwich (01603 663922) 1 MAY KING’S LYNN MAY GARLAND PROCESSION The King's Morris present the town's ancient tradition on the real May Day. The team will give a display of Morris dancing on the Saturday Market Place at 12.30pm, and will then carry the May Garland around the town centre for a couple of hours. King’s Lynn (01553 768930) 1 MAY GREAT YARMOUTH BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL Over 100 locally produced beers and ciders will be on sale along with a range of delicious snacks from Mary's Country Kitchen and live music. The Courtyard, Main Cross Road, Great Yarmouth (01493 850578) 1 MAY 6TH BESPAK GRAND EAST ANGLIA RUN 100s of runners are once again set to take to the streets of King's Lynn to compete in this fast, flat 10k road race. Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn.

1 MAY MAY DAY CELEBRATION A touch of May tradition with music, dance and garlands for the hair. Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse Gressenhall, Dereham. 10am-5pm. (01362 860563) 1 - 2 MAY STRADSETT PARK VINTAGE RALLY 500 exhibits comprising of vintage tractors, cars, motorcycles, lorries, stationary engines and other bygones. This is all supported by trade stands, ring displays and parades. Stradsett Park, Stradsett, near Downham Market.

10am-5pm. (01945 880091) 1 - 2 MAY BLAKENEY BOOK FAIR Blakeney Village Hall. 10am-4pm.

2 MAY MSVR CLUB CAR CHAMPIONSHIPS A bank holiday bonanza featuring the MSV F3 Cup, GT Trophy, Sports and Sports Racing and the Club MSV Trackday Trophy.

Snetterton Circuit (0843 453 9000) 6 - 7 MAY MIND BODY & SPIRIT FAIR The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich.

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6 - 8 MAY NORFOLK SPRING GARDEN SHOW Visitors can purchase a selection of beautiful plants, shrubs, trees, garden furniture, water features, pots, containers and much more at special show prices. With crafts for the home and garden, tempting food court and children’s activities, there really is something for everyone.

Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Costessey, Norwich. 9.30am-5pm. (01702 549622) 6 - 8 MAY POETRY-NEXT-THE-SEA Annual poetry festival. Guests include Robin Robertson, Anne Stevenson, Owen Sheers, Marina Warner and many more. Wells-nextthe-Sea (01328 820520) 6 - 21 MAY NORFOLK & NORWICH FESTIVAL A fantastic celebration of the arts, with music, street theatre, plays, dance, and much more. Main events are listed individually.

Norwich & surrounds (01603 766400) www.nnfestival.org.uk 7 - 8 MAY WORLD VILLAGE MARKET Unique street market with a festival feel featuring a great range of exotic foods, drink, crafts, clothing, jewellery, home furnishings and accessories from all over the world. Market Place, Diss. From 9am. (07944 599165) 8 MAY BOAT AND FISHING JUMBLE Buy or sell anything to do with boats and fishing. The Museum of the Broads, The Poors Staithe, Stalham. 9am-Noon.

14 MAY NORFOLK CANOES EAST ANGLIA DEMO DAY A chance for you to go along and mess about on the water in a variety of canoes, kayaks, sit on tops and inflatable canoes. 16th Norwich Sea Scouts, The Street, Old Costessey, Norwich. 10am-4pm. (01603 747139) 14 MAY MIND, BODY & SPIRIT FAIR Connaught Hall,Station Road, Attleborough.

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14 - 15 MAY BRITISH F3/GT CHAMPIONSHIPS An exciting mix of rising stars and powerful supercars, including two hour-long endurance GT races featuring mandatory pit stops and driver swaps. Snetterton Circuit (0843 453 9000) 15 MAY ANTIQUES & COLLECTOR'S FAIR Hamond's High School, Brandon Road, Swaffham. 10am-4pm. (07771 344662)

26 - 29 MAY SUBARU HOUGHTON INTERATIONAL HORSE TRIALS This event will attract many of the world's leading riders, a variety of different trade stands and plenty of entertainment for both the equestrian and non equestrian minded, providing 4 days of world class competition and fun for the family. Houghton Hall, King’s Lynn

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15 MAY HINGHAM SPRING FAIR a wonderful range of local crafters and producers.

Lincoln Hall, Hingham. 10am-3pm.

20 - 21 MAY NORFOLK CRAFT FAIR The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich. A unique selection of bespoke handmade crafts including jewellery, accesssories, photography, wooden crafts and much more. 9am-5pm.

(01603 727950) 20 - 22 MAY CRAB AND LOBSTER FESTIVAL A weekend celebration of the coastal towns of Sheringham and Cromer including Mobile demonstration with Celebrity and local chefs, Craft stalls, Childrens art events, Street entertainers, Crustacean Crawl trail and exhibitions by local artists, and much much more. Cromer & Sheringham. www.crabandlobsterfestival.co.uk 21 - 22 MAY 750 MOTOR CLUB CAR CHAMPIONSHIPS One of the most respected clubs in Britain, 750 Motor Club events often feature bursting grids and an eclectic mix of cars.

Snetterton Circuit (0843 453 9000) 26 - 29 MAY SUBARU HOUGHTON INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALS See panel. Houghton Hall, Houghton, King's Lynn (01485 2210070) 26 - 29 MAY BLICKLING CRAFT FAIR A wide variety of high quality crat work from makers as varied as jewellers, wood turners, textile artists and leather workers. Childrens entertainment. Blickling Hall (01263 734711) 28 MAY ASTON MARTIN OWNERS CLUB CAR CHAMPIONSHIPS A host of different Aston Martins models will take to the track. Snetterton Circuit (0843 453 9000) 28 - 29 MAY SUMMER FOOD FAIR A food festival in the Cloister Garth and Upper Close. Norwich Cathedral. 10am-5pm.

28 - 30 MAY EVERYTHING GOES See all available BVR engines, coaches and rolling stock in action. Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham. 9am5.30pm. (01263 738882) 28 - 30 MAY BLICKLING CRAFT FAIR High quality crtafts from makers as varied as jewellers, wood turners, textile artists and leather workers. Blickling Hall (01263 734711) 29 MAY NORFOLK HISTORY FAIR Join 'The Mannered Mob' recreating 18th century life: costumed re-enactors portraying some famous Norfolk characters and the Norfolk and Norwich Medieval Association toiling in their encampment. Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse, Gressenhall, Dereham. 10am-5pm. (01362 860563) 29 MAY SEDGEFORD VILLAGE OPEN GARDENS Sedgeford, Hunstanton. 125pm.

29 MAY MAY CRAFT FAIR 20+ stalls featuring local makers. Thornham Drill Hall Off Shepherds Pightle, Thornham. 10am4pm.

29 - 30 MAY BRSCC CLUB CAR CHAMPIONSHIPS AND '100' SPRINT British Racing & Sports Car Club event.

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Suffolk Few places in England can match the beauty, character and history of Bury St Edmunds. It’s a wonderful town to visit, with almost 1,000 preserved buildings and a network of streets that still follow the grid pattern devised by the abbots in the 11th century. The town has excellent leisure and shopping facilities and is at its busiest on Wednesdays and Saturdays when people flock to the Buttermarket and Cornhill to visit one of the best provision markets in East Anglia. The town is a shoppers’ delight, where every sort of store from the large High Street names to family-run businesses and fascinating small gift shops sit comfortably side-by-side.

Bury St Edmunds Festival It’s the 26th year for this music and arts festival, which runs from 19-20 May. Here’s some of this year’s highlights, but for full details call the box office on 01284 758000 or go to www.buryfestival.co.uk

Sun 29 Evelyn Glennie Grammy award-winner Evelyn Glennie is the most in-demand solo percussionist in the world.

She is the first person to have created and sustained a full-time career as a solo percussionist in the history of classical music, and she gives more than 100 performances a year to universal critical acclaim.

Here she performs live at The Apex.

Fri 20 & Sat 21 Gigs in the Gardens Two open-air live music nights in the Abbey Gardens. On Friday it’s the Jake & Elwood show (left), an exciting, fast-pased blues and soul concert tribute to The Blues Brothers. On Saturday, it’s a Take That & Robbie tribute night featuring one of the best tribute bands singing all the hits and more.

Thurs 19 Staff Benda Bilili Congolese superband wo mix reggae, funk and rumba, and are backed by a younger rhythm section pounding out tight beats. At The Apex.

Sun 29 Beating Retreat The last day of the Festival sees the Band of the RAF Regiment visiting for the annual Beating Retreat ceremony on Angel Hill.

The music and marching event starts at 4.30pm and attracts big crowds.

Sat 28 Bury Busk Walk around the town today and you will stumble across local musicians and entertaininers busking in many different locations and raising miney for Focus 12.

On an evening in September, hundreds of pyjama clad women will take to the streets of Bury St Edmunds for the third annual ‘Girls Night Out’, a sponsored 11.2 mile walk in aid of St Nicholas Hospice Care. The Hospice inspires great depth of feeling for many people living in West Suffolk and Theftord, so it is not surprising that so many women will be taking to the streets to celebrate and support its wonderful work.

A cheeky campaign highlighting the theme for the night, 'Don’t Forget Your PJ’s' features a bevy of beauties from the Hospice posing in the buff! Events and Challenges Fundraiser, Jenny Baskett who has been overseeing the event since its inception said, “We wanted something that was fun and celebratory - and it really is great fun! We want as many women as possible to get together with their friends and join us for a fabulous night out. Women of all ages and abilities are welcome and encouraged to be part of the party, and we are delighted that the Anglia TV's Becky Jago is going to be at the heart of the night's fun”. Any women wanting to take part are encouraged to visit the Hospice's facebook page, website (www.stnicholashospicecare.org.uk) or simply telephone Jenny on 01284 715583.

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The Decanter (above) One of Bury’s oldest restaurants and still one of its most popular, with a menu created by Head Chef, Elliot Barrs, using fresh local ingredients. Angel Hill 01284 704870 Pea Porridge Highly rated in all the guides. Three unpretentious dining rooms with wooden floors, old pine tables, exposed brick, open fire and bakers oven. Cannon Street 01284 700200 Saints By day a cafe serving great light bites to eat in or take away, on Friday and Saturday nights it is transformed into a restaurant with a perfectly formed menu. Abbeygate Street 01284 722988 The Angel Hotel Eaterie An elegant setting where diners can enjoy the very best in local British food by Executive Chef Simon Barker. Angel Hill 01284 714000 The Grid Grill Friendly, informal dining. The creative fresh food menu embraces well prepared fresh ideas, encompassing good local produce and specializing in a selection of beef steaks and best quality cuts. Abbeygate Street 01284 706004 Valley Connection one of Bury St Edmunds largest and smartest Indian restaurants. It was renovated to the tune of £0.5 Million in 2007 and can accommodate up to 110 diners in sumptuous and contemporary surroundings. Choose from the a la carte and various banquet choices. Abbeygate Street 01284 706004 The Angel Hotel A landmark building, the 4 star awardwinning Angel Hotel stands in the historic town square of Bury St.Edmunds. While retaining its Georgian charm, this stylish hotel is full of interesting art and design. Angel Hill 01284 714000 Best Western Priory Hotel Enjoy the hotel and secret gardens, a fitting backdrop for accommodation, conferences, civil wedding ceremony, family event or just for a glass of wine before dinner in our award winning Garden Restaurant. Mildenhall Road 01284 766181 The Nutshell Thought to be the smallest pub in Britain measuring just 15ft by 7ft - with very little room for more than ten or fifteen customers to drink at any one time.

A must for a pint when visiting Bury. The Traverse 01284 764867 Benson Blakes Bar & Grill Popular, lively and atmospheric bar and restaurant. Great burgers and drinks menu.

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No visit to Bury St Edmunds is complete without making a visit St Edmundsbury Cathedral, with its Gothic style lantern tower completed in 2005, new cloisters, organ and vaulted ceiling. Once part of the great Abbey of St Edmund, the present day Cathedral continues the tradition of offering a warm welcome and a chance to enjoy this sacred space, its architecture, stained glass and treasures.

Open daily for worship, prayers and visitors. Shop and restaurant open Mon-Sat. Tours daily from Easter to end of September. The Abbey Gardens are not to be missed in the summer with its beautiful floral displays.

To celebrate the launch of the new Audi A6 Saloon, BSE Audi will be holding a Ride & Drive event at Ickworth Hotel on Wednesday 25th May 10am to 4pm. They will also be showcasing the A7 Sportback, A8 and Q7. For more information, please contact Andrew Maund, Sales Manager at Bury St Edmunds Audi on 0844 776 0541 At Glasswells you will find everything you need to furnish your home. This oder, well laid out store has great customer facilities and an exceptional range of products - furniture, carpets, flooring, curtains, lighting, gifts, a professional design centre and much more.

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In addition the following events will be taking place UÊWhitsun Fayre 29th and 30th May with a mix of world and local traders with a particular focus on the young with a children’s farm.

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The long established St John’s Street Fayre will take place on Saturday 18th June.

Lots for all the family to enjoy Food, Stalls, Samba Bands, Green Dragon Morris Dancers, BMX Museum, Entertainment for Children A great day out for the whole family

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Johns St Fayre 18th June come visit this unique street full of diverse independent traders with additional entrtainment for the day. Attractions to include singing, dancing, artwork and historical lectures. Plus the St Johns Street Centre celebration of their official opening and 170th anniversary of the building.

Motorsports Day 17th July on the Angel Hill. A display of a variety of motor sport vehicles with proceeds to the East Anglian Air Ambulance.

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UÊChurchgate Area Community Day 23rd July celebrating a year to the start of the Olympics with a particular focus upon Rwanda, who’s team will be located in Bury.

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Bury St Edmunds… and just beyond Just 30 minutes east of Cambridge you will find an historic town that has a delightful atmosphere all its own.

Bury St Edmunds’ medieval Abbey Gate, behind which stands the award winning Abbey Gardens, overlooks a beautiful square surrounded by splendid Georgian town houses, the newly crowned St Edmundsbury Cathedral, the Angel Hotel and Athenaeum.

The square plays host to the hugely popular Christmas Fayre each November.

From there it’s a short stroll into one of the most cosmopolitan town centres.

Famous name stores sit cheek by jowl with delightful independent shops and cafés galore, and every Wednesday and Saturday the town centre plays host to one of the largest street markets in East Anglia.

The 'arc' shopping centre is the latest addition to the town giving visitors the opportunity to enjoy a stunning new shopping experience.With top name stores and a flag

ship Debenhams it seems that this shopping centre has been in Bury St Edmunds forever.

Arc compliments streets such as St John's Street and Hatter Street with their marvellous range of independent shops offering traditional service and endless inspiration.

The town’s many attractions are also within easy walking distance and the convenient grid formation of the streets - courtesy of the abbots of the Abbey make them easy to find. With theatres, galleries and museums there is plenty to visit. For something a little different Greene King Visitor Centre promises a warm Suffolk welcome and a chance to sample some of their famous ales! Or visit the newly restored Theatre Royal - the only working Regency playhouse in Britain. If you would like someone to do the hard

work take one of our guided tours and let our knowledgeable town guides show you everything including some of the more hidden attractions.

For further information or a free visitor pack contact the Tourist Information Centre, 6 Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1UZ. Tel. 01284 764667 www.visit-burystedmunds.co.uk tic@stedsbc.gov.uk

Everyone Falls in Love with Bury St Edmunds

Award winning gardens t Heritage walks t A thriving market t Independent shops With something for everyone Bury St Edmunds make a memorable day out Nowton Park Country Fair Sunday 19th June Free family fun event at Nowton Park situated on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds. Entertainment includes a main arena with circus acts, clowns and a strong man show.

Other attractions include an animal petting area, have a go sports area and fun dog show.

Armed Forces Day in the Abbey Gardens Saturday 25th June Come and support our Armed Forces. Free family entertainment set in the Abbey Gardens. Entertainment includes music, marching displays, vintage and craft market and puppet shows.

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Suffolk sculptor Jenny Goater received a commission to create a life sized goat in concrete. She immediately realised that such a creature would require a strong metal armature to provide stability to the shape. So Jenny used dense wire mesh to form the goat framework before she applied concrete as she built up the sculpture.

Jenny soon questioned why concrete should be added to such a creative wire structure.

When she received another commission, this time for a pair of boxing hares, the resulting wire armature gave the hares a sinewy quality, suggesting movement. So, although she covered this armature in concrete, Jenny decided to skip the concrete stage on future sculptures, and her career in wire took off.

A friend suggested she make chickens in chicken wire, and then a whole menagerie followed.

“I love the medium of chicken wire and similar materials,” Jenny comments. “They are extremely versatile, and I can create some basic shapes very quickly.”

Jenny believes she uses various wire meshes in a particularly personal way. Most of her subjects are life sized and animate - people resting in the park, or animals in a field - but she has created some miniatures, such as a foal and mare only three inches high, while her jazz figures were over life size.

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ellers, textile artists and multi media specialists to examples of work in ceramics and glass.

Then in June these artists open their studios to the public.

So venture along to Blackthorpe Barn, collect your free copy of the SOS directory and see which artists' work catches your eye. Then visit them in June to see their sources of inspiration.

She experiments with other related products such as the expanded metal mesh used by builders as a support and key for plaster or render, which she says is “very good for mermaids' tails”. She has also worked in finer materials like piano wire which, while being very stiff, is excellent at holding sharp bends.

As a member of Artworks, a group of East Anglian artists who among other things, receive sponsorship for educational projects, Jenny regularly introduces local primary school children to 3-dimensional skills development. Often she only has a morning to show the children just what they can achieve with wire, perhaps by building a tree on to which they can hang fruit and animals.

Jenny graduated from Bath Academy of Art at Corsham back in the sixties, and over the years has developed a unique way of interpreting the fluidity

of nature in a raw material that, without her creative input, could have been seen as harsh and unforgiving.

As a long standing member of Suffolk Open Studios, (SOS), Jenny will be exhibiting a selection of her sculptures at the SOS' Showcase Exhibition to be held at Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham (A14, junction 45) from 21-30 May 2011.

This free exhibition, which opens daily from 11am5pm, will also display creative work from the best of diverse Suffolk artists, from painters and photographers, wood carvers and jew-

Suffolk Open Studios Showcase Exhibition, Blackthorpe Barns, Rougham, nr Bury St Edmunds, 21-30 May. Suyffolk Open Studios event, weekends throughout June.

Full details of venues with directions and timings in the SOS Directory or go to www.suffolkopenstudios.co.uk

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THEATRE & SHOWS 1 - 2 MAY BILLY ELLIOT - THE MUSICAL The Co-op Juniors Theatre Company present the multi award-winning show based on the hit film. Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge (01473 295900) 1 - 8 MAY HIGHTIDE FESTIVAL: NICKED A new musical by Richard Marsh. The Cut, Halesworth (020 7566 9765) 1 - 8 MAY HIGHTIDE FESTIVAL: DUSK RINGS A BELL A new play by Stephen Belber. The Old Printworks, The Thoroughfare, Halesworth (020 7566 9765) 1 - 8 MAY HIGHTIDE FESTIVAL: MIDNIGHT YOUR TIME A new play by Adam Brace. The Old Printworks, The Thoroughfare, Halesworth (020 7566 9765) 1- 14 MAY A PASSIONATE WOMAN A hilarious, touching, life-affirming comedy starring writer Kay Mellor (Band Of Gold, Fat Friends and The Chase). New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich (01473 295900) 2 MAY UNCAGED MONKEYS - A NIGHT OF SCIENCE AND WONDER The first ever national science tour celebrating the universe and many of the wonders that lie within it. The finest names in science broadcasting Robin Ince, Professor Brian Cox, Simon SIngh and Dr Ben Goldacre - gather together to talk of dark matter, black holes, Bonobo apes, the big bang and anything else they can cram into two hours. Ipswich Regent (01473 433100) 3 MAY ‘HA HA HOLMES!’ - THE BEAST OF THE BLISTERVILLES A marvellous comedy thriller in two acts. Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge (01394 615015) 3 - 4 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA Presented by Eastern Angles. In a small town on Suffolk's eroding coastline, life goes on pretty much as usual until Carrie arrives investigating a 30-year-old lifeboat tragedy. As lost lives and loves are dredged to the surface the past becomes clearer and locals learn to face up to the future. Jubilee Hall, Aldeburgh (01473 211498) 5 MAY MEMORY LANE A stunning musical journey from ‘Music Hall’ through the 40s, 50s, 60s and 1970s. Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe (01394 282126) 5 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Walsham-Le-Willows Village Hall (01473 211498) 5 MAY 'BEST OF SCOTTISH' CHORTLE FACTORY All-Scottish stand-up featuring Parrot, Keir McAllister and Kirsty Moss.

The Attic at Benson Blakes, Bury St Edmunds. www.buryfringe.com 6 MAY RICHARD DIGANCE Music and comedy from the popular entertainer. Haverhill Arts Centre (01440 714140) 6 MAY WEST END GOES BALLROOM The Westenders present the magic of the musicals and the beauty of the ballroom in one in exciting extravaganza. Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe (01394 282126) 92

6 MAY PAUL KERENSA Stand-up comedy.

Quay Theatre, Sudbury (01787 374745) 6 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Wetheringsett Village Hall (01473 211498) 6 MAY CHIP OFF THE OLD BLOCK Comedy play. Fisher Theatre, Bungay (01986 897130) 7 MAY KEN DODD The ultimate Happiness Man still tickling the humorous spots after 50 years as one of the best loved comedians in the UK. A true show-business legend. Marine Theatre, Lowestoft (01502 533200) 7 MAY THE SOUNDS OF BURT BACHARACH Music show celebrating the music of one of the greatest composers. Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe (01394 282126) 7 MAY THE STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER Hans Christian Anderson story for ages 3-8.

New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich (01473 295900) 7 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Harkstead Village Hall (01473 211498) 7 MAY DOUG SEGAL: I KNOW WHAT YOU'RE THINKING An interactive mindreading & mind control show unlike any other.

The Attic at Benson Blakes, Bury St Edmunds. www.buryfringe.com 7 - 8 MAY INCOMING Two months ago, Steph’s soldier husband was killed in Afghanistan. One winter morning, just before dawn, he appears. Incoming examines Britain's place in the world, the sacrifices made for that place and the repercussions, both private and public, of those sacrifices. It is a first play of true wisdom and sensitivity, by the poet, novelist, critic and academic, Andrew Motion. HighTide Festival, The Old Printworks, The Thoroughfare, Halesworth (020 7566 9780) 7 - 8 MAY MIDNIGHT YOUR TIME Performed by Diana Quick, the iconic star of ITV's Brideshead Revisited, this viciously funny, but ultimately heartbreaking play, asks who we owe responsibility to, and how we should best live in the world. HighTide Festival, The Cut, Halesworth (020 7566 9780) 8 MAY NEIL MORRISSEY Britain’s ultimate badly behaved man, aka the voice of Bob the Builder, shares with the audience stories and anecdotes on every aspect of his acting career. Marine Theatre, Lowestoft (01502 533200) 8 MAY FAT CAT COMEDY CLUB Top stand-up. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 8 MAY AMADEUS MARTIN Stand-up comedy. The Attic at Benson Blakes, Bury St Edmunds. www.buryfringe.com 10 MAY THE GOOD OLD DAYS OF MUSIC HALL Old time variety. Ipswich Corn Exchange (01473 433100) 10 MAY - 5 JUNE FALLEN IN LOVE THE SECRET HEART OF ANNE BOLEYN Suffolk theatre company Red Rose Chain present a new play by Joanna Garrick. The year is 1536. The woman who changed the world forever by capturing the heart of a King, faces trial with her brother George on charges of adultery,

incest and treason. Witness a nation irreversibly transformed as the most passionate and decisive events of England’s history unfold in the tense and treacherous crucible of the royal court. This passionate story of betrayal and jealousy shows us the true heart of Queen Anne Boleyn, revealing at last the secret of her greatest love. Performed in a unique theatre tent in the grounds of the Hall. Gippeswyk Hall, Ipswich (01473 603388) 11 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Syleham & Wingfield Village Hall (01473 211498) 11 - 14 MAY CORRIE See panel. Ipswich Regent (01473 433100) 12 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Brandon Leisure Centre (01473 211498) 13 MAY TIM VINE The king of the one-liner and star of BBC1 ‘Live at The Apollo’ and ‘Not Going Out’. Ipswich Corn Exchange (01473 433100) 13 MAY IN CONVERSATION WITH RORY MCGRATH One of our best known comedians will talk about his latest autobiographical book, The Father, The Son and The Ghostly Hole. Wingfield Barns, Wingfield (01379 384505) 13 MAY ALEX MCALEER Mentalism, Mind Magic, Psychological Illusions. The Attic at Benson Blakes, Bury St Edmunds. www.buryfringe.com

10 APRIL CORRIE! A brand new play by Jonathan Harvey specially commissioned by ITV to celebrate Britain's longest-running and most-loved soap. Join your favourite Corrie characters past and present as they weave their way through 50 years of Coronation Street in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.

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14 MAY THE WAY BACK HOME Show for ages 3+. New Wolsey Studio, Ipswich (01473 295900) 14 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Assington Village Hall (01473 211498) 14 MAY THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Oscar WIlde play presented by Open Space Theatre Company. Fisher Theatre, Bungay (01986 897130) 14 MAY ABI ROBERTS TAKES YOU UP THE AISLE One-woman musical comedy cabaret show. The Attic at Benson Blakes, Bury St Edmunds. www.buryfringe.com 16 MAY TIM VINE The king of the one-liner and star of BBC1 ‘Live at The Apollo’ and ‘Not Going Out’. Ipswich Corn Exchange (01473 433100) 16 - 21 MAY DINNERLADIES Stage version of Victoria Woods’ hit comedy TV series.

Starring Andrew Dunn & Sue Devaney from the original series. New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich (01473 295900) 16 - 21 MAY 61ST FELIXSTOWE DRAMA FESTIVAL A new programme of plays performed by amateur groups from around the UK. Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe (01394 282126) 17 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Ipswich High School for Girls, Woolverstone (01473 211498)

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18 - 21 MAY DEADWOOD DICK A trip back in time to the American Wild West melodramas of the1890s, presented by Deben Players. Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge (01394 382240) 19 - 21 MAY WESTENDERS Musical play about what might have been if Eastenders had been set in the West End. Quay Theatre, Sudbury (01787 374745) 20 MAY MISERY Psychological play based on the chilling novel by Stephen King. Fisher Theatre, Bungay (01986 897130) 20 - 21 MAY JASMIN VARDIMON COMPANY: 7734 Powerful, impassioned, moving, epic and original contemporary dance by a ninestrong company of international dancers. Jerwood DanceHouse, Ipswich (01473 295230) 20 - 21 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above. Woodbridge Community Hall (01473 211498) 19 MAY DYLAN MORAN Stand-up comedy. Ipswich Regent (01473 433100) 21 MAY THE TIGERLILYS SHOWGIRL TOUR All-singing, all-dancing live production show brought to you by the amazingly talented Tigerlilys duo. Fisher Theatre, Bungay (01986 897130) 21 MAY BURY FESTIVAL STREET THEATRE Four hours of fun from 11am in the gorgeous Abbey Gardens and its free! Abbey Gardens, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 22 MAY COPPELIA SCHOOL OF DANCE Dance show. Marine Theatre, Lowestoft (01502 533200) 24 MAY CINDERELLA Beautiful classical ballet presented by Vienna Festival Ballet. Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe (01394 282126) 24 - 26 MAY THE MAN WITH THE FLOWER IN HIS MOUTH In the intimate setting of the Greene Room Bar, Metta Theatre bring present a playful new adaptation of Pirandello's classic short play. Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds (01284 769505) 26 MAY SALLY MORGAN TV’s psychic medium. Marine Theatre, Lowestoft (01502 533200) 26 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Freckenham Village Hall (01473 211498) 27 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

The Cut, Halesworth (01473 211498) 27 MAY MONTEVERDI’S FLYING CIRCUS Monteverdi’s three surviving operas; L’Orfeo, Il ritorno d’Ulisse and Poppea presented in one hugely entertaining evening. Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 27 - 28 MAY PEPPA PIG’S PARTY The stage version of the popular Children’s television phenomenon. Marine Theatre, Lowestoft (01502 533200) 28 MAY ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PARADISE Rock ‘n’ roll music show. Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe (01394 282126) 28 MAY KEN DODD See 7 May. Ipswich Regent (01473 433100) 28 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

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28 MAY ALICE IN WONDERLAND Lewis Carroll classic presented by M&M productions.

Quay Theatre, Sudbury (01787 374745) 27 MAY UNDER MILKWOOD Dylan Thomas’ classic. Fisher Theatre, Bungay (01986 897130) 28 MAY SUDBURY’S SECRET WRITERS A chance to hear some wonderful prose and poetry read by actors from Sudbury Dramatic Society and supported by Quay musicians. Quay Theatre, Sudbury (01787 374745) 29 MAY SIR STIRLING MOSS OBE Sir Stirling is widely recognised as the greatest allround racing driver in the history of motorsport and here he is joined by journalist Murray Smith as he talks about his meteoric career in motor sports, including film clips and stills. There will be an exhibition of cars driven by Stirling Moss outside the theatre. Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds (01284 769505) 31 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

St Edmunds Hall, Southwold (01473 211498)

MUSIC EVERY SUNDAY RED BEANS ‘N’ RICE New Orleans jazz. Fisher Theatre, Bungay (01986 897130) 1 MAY FOSTER & ALLEN The beautiful melodies of Foster and Allen have made them a phenomenal success all over the world. Since their first hit record in 1978 they have gone on to record 20 gold award winning albums.

Ipswich Corn Exchange (01473 433100) 1 MAY JOHN RENBOURNE AND ROBIN WILLIAMSON Ex-Pentangle leader and exIncredible String Band leader. Haverhill Arts Centre (01440 714140) 1 MAY SUE RICHARDSON Jazz trumpet player and vocalist. JazzNights, The Bell, Market Hill, Clare (01787 237653) 1 MAY THE JOHN MARTIN QUARTET Jazz. Milestones Jazz Club, Hotel Hatfield, Marine Parade, Lowestoft (01502 568684) 1 MAY THE BURY FRINGE 2011 BIG GIG Headlined by the outstanding Chris T-T, with support from Alex Highton, BurySound 2010 winners Twisted Piglet, The Rebellious Jukebox and a wealth of the finest musical acts from East Anglia. St John’s Centre, Bury St Edmunds. www.buryfringe.com 4 MAY KATIE MELUA Katie Melua's unusual voice and easy-listening jazz style has won her hordes of fans across the world. Hitting the big time with 'The Closest Thing To Crazy', released in 2003, she has gone on to become one of the UK's most popular musical exports.

Ipswich Regent (01473 433100) 4 MAY THE JOHNNY CASH STORY Country music tribute by Roger Dean. Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds (01284 769505) 4 MAY JOHN STAFFORD Virtuoso masterworks by Schubert and Liszt. Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge (01394 615015)

5 MAY IPSWICH SCHOOL SPRING 13 MAY FLASHMOB Jazz. The Cut, CONCERT Includes performances by Ipswich Halesworth (0845 6732123) School Chapel Choir, School Choir, Choral 14 MAY ORKESTRA DEL SOL Orkestra del Society, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Sol’s explosive reinvention of the brass band forOrchestra, Big Band, Ipswich Preparatory School mat has turned heads on both the festival cirChamber Choir and Orchestra. Snape Maltings cuit and the street theatre scene across the UK. Concert Hall (01728 687110) The Manor Ballroom, Ipswich (01473 6 MAY LADIES OF COUNTRY Concert 295900) shiw with country stars Billie Jo Spears, 14 MAY RSPB SPRING CONCERT Now Philomena Begley, Lena Martell & Janey Kirk. in it's 10th year, the RSPB return to the concert Marine Theatre, Lowestoft (01502 533200) hall with the City of London Sinfonia. Works will 7 MAY RUSSELL WATSON Salford's include Mozart, Weber and Mendelssohn. answer to Pavarotti with a debut album 'The Snape Maltings Concert Hall (01728 Voice' establishing him as a major international 687110) tenor. After starting in the pubs and working 14 MAY KINGS OV LEON Tribute. Spa men's clubs of the north west of England, he's Pavilion, Felixstowe (01394 282126) notched up unprecedented chart success on 14 MAY MIDNIGHT HIGHWAY + both sides of the Atlantic; has sung for the likes GRANDPA T SMITH Country music. Kings George W Bush and the Pope; and has perTheatre, Newmarket (01638 663337) formed more times at Wembley than Beckham 14 MAY WOLSEY ORCHESTRA Haydn, and Owen. Ipswich Regent (01473 433100) Mahler. Ipswich Corn Exchange (01473 7 MAY BELCEAS, COOPER AND DRAKE 433100) Schubert and Beethoven performed by Belcea 15 MAY TONY CHRISTIE See 11 May. Quartet, Imogen Cooper, and Julius Drake.

Ipswich Corn Exchange (01473 433100) Britten Studio, Snape Maltings Concert Hall 15 MAY SIMON SPILLETT Award-winning (01728 687110) jazz saxophonist. JazzNights, The Bell, Market 7 MAY BUNGAY CHORAL SOCIETY Hill, Clare (01787 237653) Performance of The Armed Man by Karl Jenkins.

15 MAY ASAF SIRKIS TRIO Jazz. Ipswich St Mary’s Church, Bungay (01508 518013) Jazz Club, California Club, Foxhall Road, 8 MAY MAYFEST OF SONG Songs to Ipswich (01473 231552 Shakespeare's texts from Schubert, Ravel and Poulenc. Wingfield Barns, Wingfield (01379 384505) 8 MAY BELCEA QUARTET & IMOGEN COOPER Schubert and Beethoven performed

by Belcea Quartet, Imogen Cooper, and Julius Drake. Britten Studio, Snape Maltings Concert Hall (01728 687110) 8 MAY SCHUBERT QUINTET Schubert and Beethoven. Britten Studio, Snape Maltings Concert Hall (01728 687110) 8 MAY C'EST LA VIE Country music. The Silver Dollar Country Music Club, The Park Hotel, Diss (01603 433918) 11 MAY TONY CHRISTIE Tony has sold over 10 million records around the world with hits such as Is This The Way To Amarillo, and this year celebrates his 50th year in the music industry. Marine Theatre, Lowestoft (01502 533200) 12 MAY VIKKI STONE AND THE FLASHBACKS Music and comedy. The Attic at Benson Blakes, Bury St Edmunds. www.buryfringe.com 13 MAY FAIRPORT CONVENTION Acoustic line-up of the folk-rock legends. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 13 MAY BURY CONRussell Watson CERT BAND Concert in Ipswich Regent aid of St Nicholas Hospice 7 May Care and East Anglian Air Ambulance. Stanton Village Hall (01284 252171)

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17 MAY SIERRA MAESTRA Stars of the Cuban music scene since the late 1970s. Quay Theatre, Sudbury (01787 374745) 18 MAY MIKE & THE MECHANICS Following a six-year hiatus and a massive reunion world tour with Genesis, Mike Rutherford has joined forces with one of the UK's most successful R&B acts Andrew Roachford, and Canadian-born actor and singer Tim Howar for a new generation of Mike & The Mechanics. Originally formed in 1984, Mike & The Mechanics was a side project for Mike Rutherford that would go on to sell over 10 million records worldwide. Ipswich Regent (01473 433100) 19 MAY LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO Acappella harmonies from this world-renowned and highly evocative South African group.

Ipswich Regent (01473 433100) 19 MAY STAFF BENDA BILILI Congolese super-band, one of the hottest African acts,performing material from their acclaimed debut album Très, Très Fort (Crammed). The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 20 MAY SAINSBURY ROYAL ACADEMY SOLOISTS The Academy’s élite string ensemble under the direction of violinist Clio Gould.

The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 20 MAY EWAN MCLENNAN Folk.

Milkmaid Folk Club, Constitutional Club, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 20 MAY JAKE & ELWOOD Blues Brothers tribute, open air concert. Abbey Gardens, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 20 MAY NOCTURNE - ROMANTIC LIFE OF CHOPIN This programme of words and music, scripted from letters and diaries by Lucy Parham, chronicles the romantic life of one the greatest and most popular composers for solo piano – Frédéric Chopin. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 20 MAY CRUMBS FOR COMFORT East Anglian nu-folk band. The Cut, Halesworth (0845 6732123) 21 MAY ADRIAN EDMONDSON & THE BAD SHEPHERDS See panel. Ipswich Corn Exchange (01473 433100) 21 MAY TAKE THAT & ROBBIE TRIBUTE NIGHT Open air tribute party night.

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21 MAY UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX CHOIR & THE ROYAL CHORAL SOCIETY Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis. Snape Maltings Concert Hall (01728 687110) 21 MAY ENGLISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Grieg, Mozart, Heath, Haydn. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 21 MAY FLANAGAN & INGHAM QUARTET Jazz. The Hunter Club, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 22 MAY ST EDMUNDSBURY CATHEDRAL CHOIR Excerpts from Handel’s Messiah plus music by Purcell, Mendelssohn and Wesley.

St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 22 MAY PENGUIN CAFÉ ORCHESTRA Brainchild of the late English composer and multi-instrumentalist Simon Jeffes, the Penguin Cafe Orchestra perform 'pastoral, playful music that grabs hold of the imagination and the spirit'. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 22 MAY ALESSANDRO TAVERNA Top classical pianist. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 22 MAY HAVERHILL SILVER BAND Brass band concert. Haverhill Arts Centre (01440 714140) 22 MAY TENNESSEE WHISKEY Country music. The Silver Dollar Country Music Club, The Park Hotel, Diss (01603 433918) 22 MAY PRIME BRASS Programme includes Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 3.

Unitarian Meeting House, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 23 MAY ANGLIA TROMBONE COMPANY Jazz. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 23 MAY DEATH’S CABARET A groundbreaking new kind of concerto commissioned for outstanding cellist, baritone and story-teller Matthew Sharp with the internationally acclaimed Sacconi Quartet from extraordinary composer Stephen Deazley and award-winning writer Martin Riley. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 23 MAY JONI MITCHELL PROJECT Sally Barker with a captivating evening of Joni Mitchell's poignant early songs. Hunter Club, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000)

24 MAY FAIRPORT CONVENTION Acoustic lineup of the folk-rock legends.

Ipswich Corn Exchange (01473 433100) 24 MAY KEGELSTATT TRIO Mozart, Schumann, Bruch. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 24 MAY LAURA ZAKIAN Jazz in the bar.

The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 24 MAY JAN GARBAREK & HILLIARD ENSEMBLE Magical and popular combination of jazz saxophone and plainsong. St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 25 MAY BRODSKY QUARTET This typically exciting programme celebrates the release of the Brodsky Quartet’s latest CD, Rhythm & Texture. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 25 MAY SILK AND BAMBOO ENSEMBLE The enchanting sound of the silk strings and bamboo flute brings you to China. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 25 MAY ANNA WARDELL Vocal led Jazz quartet. Hunter Club, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 25 MAY ST EDMUNDSBURY CONSORT Tudor choral music. St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 26 MAY JONATHAN MAYER & MITEL PUROHIT Sitar and tabla. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 26 MAY BROOK STREET BAND One of the country’s foremost interpreter’s of music from the 17th and 18th centuries. Unitarian Meeting House, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 27 MAY THE RISING Brice Springsteen tribute. Ipswich Corn Exchange (01473 433100) 27 MAY JOHN TAMS & BARRY COOPE 2008 winners of the prestigious BBC Radio 2 "Duo of the Year" award. Quay Theatre, Sudbury (01787 374745) 27 MAY A COUPLE OF SWELLS Richard Rodney Bennett and Claire Martin present The Irving Berlin Songbook. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 27 MAY SHAUN LOUGHREY Irish country.

Fisher Theatre, Bungay (01986 897130)

21 MAY ADRIAN EDMONDSON & THE BAD SHEPHERDS Led by the actor/ comedian, The Bad Shepherds play punk songs on folk instruments.

Not as a gag, but because they really like the sound.

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28 MAY BECCLES CHORAL SOCIETY Handel's oratorio 'Judas Maccabeus'. St Michaels Church, The Walk, Beccles (01502 219298) 28 MAY SIERRA MAESTRA Cuban band.

The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 28 MAY BLACK DYKE BAND The world’s most famous brass band. St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 28 - 29 MAY LEESTOCK MUSIC FESTIVAL 18 performers from around the country, headlined by Dodgy, the 80s indie band who had hits such as Good Enough. White Horse, North Street, Sudbury (07790 431127) 29 MAY EVELYN GLENNIE Wonderful percussionist performing some of the most impressive pieces written for percussion over the last 30 years, including Rzewski’s To the Earth using a set of four flowerpots. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 29 MAY CRISSY LEE BAND Jazz.

JazzNights, The Bell, Market Hill, Clare (01787 237653) 30 MAY PSALMODY + ESSEX BAROQUE ORCHESTRA J. S. Bach: Magnificat. St Mary’s Church, Hadleigh (01206 366603)

ART & EXHIBITIONS 1 - 2 MAY CLARE ART CLUB Exhibition and sale of member’s original paintings and artwork, prints, crafts and cards. Clare Town Hall.

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1 - 2 MAY SUFFOLK MONOCHROME GROUP Work by popular and creative group.

Wingfield Barns (01379 384505) 1 - 2 MAY DISABLED PHOTGRAPHERS’ SOCIETY Inspiring, thought-provoking images. Wingfield Barns (01379 384505) 1 - 2 MAY WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION As above. Redgrave and Lopham Fen, South Lopham. 10am-5pm.

(01473 890089) 1 - 3 MAY BEN QUAIL Artwork based on landscapes, seascapes and ecological issues around the interaction of humans and the world. The Swan House, Beccles (01502 713474) 1 - 8 MAY AN EAST ANGLIAN VIEW Views of East Anglia by gallery artists, including 10 new works by both James Longueville and Adrian Taunton. Thompsons Gallery, High Street, Aldeburgh (01728 453743) 1- 10 MAY OUT OF THE FOLD TEXTILE ARTISTS Exhibition of Framed Textile Art. The Castle Inn, Earsham Street, Bungay.

1 - 11 MAY SYLVIA PAUL New painrtings by the Harwich artist. Working in acrylic and paper collage she has recently been exploring familiar subjects with a more abstract approach.

Buckenham Galleries, High Street, Southwold (01502 725 418) 1 - 12 MAY CLAUDIA SILVA, KATE AUGHEY, BECKY BROWN Illustration.

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21 - 30 MAY ALDEBURGH ART Aldeburgh Art is a new initiative by Caroline Wiseman, a modern and contemporary art dealer based in London and Suffolk. She has recently taken the South Lookout on Aldeburgh Beach as a catalyst for inspiration for artists, and is curating an exciting visual art program in this well-loved historic tower. Royal Academicians Peter Blake, Eileen Cooper, Stephen Farthing, Anthony Green and John Hoyland are making work especially for this new visual art festival. The international avant-garde artists Joseph Beuys and Marina Abramovic inspire performance art on the beach, guest curated by the legendary Richard Demarco. Eminent British sculptors, including Nigel Hall, Elisabeth Frink and Peter Randall-Page, show at a new sculpture park at Glemham Hall and Suffolk artists exhibit along the Aldeburgh promenade.

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1 - 23 MAY THE ALDE VALLEY SPRING FESTIVAL EXHIBITION Paintings by Maggi Hambling, Ffiona Lewis, Kate Giles, Tory Lawrence, Tessa Newcomb, John Jobson, Jason Hicklin, Meriel Ensom & Jason Gathorne-Hardy ; sculptures by Stuart Anderson, Laurence Edwards & Sam Taplin ; photography by Justin Partyka & Paddy Sutton ; pottery Mercury Hare, Sylvia Dales & Robina Jack ; Suffolk Chairs and benches by Jim Parsons, Tim Whiting, Dylan Pym & Raymond Hopkins ; Glemham oak table tops by Mouse Pritchard-Barrett. Plus crafts and more in the shop. White House Farm, Sweffling Road, Great Glemham. 10am-6pm (closed Sun).

1 - 29 MAY IRENE STOCKS: PAINTINGS A selection of Irene's recent work including figures, still life, animals, seaside themes and abstract paintings, all treated in her highly decorative and colourful style. Mark Elliot Showroom/Gallery, Victoria Street, Southwold (01379 872923) 1 - 30 MAY SIR ALFRED MUNNINGS: LANDSCAPE PAINTINGS See panel.

Gainsborough’s House, Sudbury (01787 372958) 1 - 30 MAY HISTORICAL WEDDING DAY DISPLAY Wedding dresses from 1920s, 1940s and 1955 will be on display, with all the accompanying accoutrements; flowers, cake, cameras etc. Beccles & District Museum, Ballygate, Beccles (01502 715722) 1 MAY - 12 JUNE THE CLASS OF… Maggi Hambling headlines this exhibition of work from influential students and teachers from Ipswich Art School. The teachers Lawrence Self, Colin Moss, Tom Phillips and Bernard Reynolds will all be represented. Ipswich Art School, Upper High Street, Ipswich (01206 282938) 1 MAY - 20 JUNE THE SPIRIT OF THE COAST Sea Pictures Gallery, Well Lane, Clare (01787 279024) 1 MAY - 30 OCT OUR PEOPLE OF THE PAST Celebrating the life of Anglo-Saxon women and children, this exhibition brings to life people that were buried at Sutton Hoo. Sutton Hoo, nr Woodbridge, 10.30am-5pm.

10 - 15 MAY STRADBROKE YOUTH PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT Exhibition of work by 13-16 year olds. Wingfield Barns, Wingfield (01379 384505) 10 MAY - 5 JUNE CARVED IN OAK An exhibition by Jo Scott B of fascinating drawings and illustrations of pew ends from East Anglia.

Wingfield Barns, Wingfield (01379 384505) 14 MAY - 2 JUNE SARA PAYNTER + PAUL EDWARDS Ceramics + silk screen prints. Craftco, Southwold (01502 723211) 14 MAY - 2 JUNE STEPHEN WALTON FINE ART FESTIVAL EXHIBITION An Exhibition of Bill Jackson photographs. The Edmund Gallery, St Edmundsbiry Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) 14 MAY - 2 JULY INTO THE WILD Into the Wild takes the wilderness around us and the

infinite flora and fauna within it as a core theme. Directly inspired by our location in the remote region of East Anglia this exhibition hopes to seduce you back in love with nature.

See work by artists whose working practice explores the unseen, potentially fragile, wonderful and endangered elements of the natural world. Featuring: Sam Bakewell, Ultimate Holding Company, Beatriz da Costa, Eleanor Morgan, Lee Patterson, Laura Pullig, Matthew Smith and Chiz Turnross. Smiths Row, The Market Cross, Cornhill, Bury St Edmunds (01284 762081) 18 MAY - 18 JUNE MALI MORRIS: RA PAINTINGS Selection of works by the London-based contemporary painter. The Cut, Halesworth (01986 873285) 19 MAY - 9 OCT FREDERICK ASHTON, THE BALLET AND SUFFOLK The Royal Ballet present the story of SirFrederick Ashton, a gifted dancer and founder choreographer of The Royal Ballet. He created more than 100 ballets over a 60-year career. There is also an accompanying Ashton Trail leaflet, which highlights places associated with Ashton’s life and work.

The exhibition is split between the three venues. Town Galleries, Christchurch Mansion & Jerwood Dancehouse, Ipswich (01473 432863) 21 - 30 MAY SUFFOLK OPEN STUDIOS SHOWCASE EXHIBITION A stunning collection of work from Suffolk Artists all under one roof. Here you will see paintings, sculpture, jewellery, photography, glass, ceramics, textiles and mosaics. Blackthorpe Barns, Rougham, nr Bury St Edmunds (01473 652435) 21 - 30 MAY ALDEBURGH ART See panel. Aldeburgh. (0207 622 2500) www.aldeburghart.com 21 - 30 MAY POTTERS & FRIENDS A stunning variety of Ceramics, Jewellery, Paintings, Prints, Basketmaking and other Arts and Crafts. Demonstrations throughout the exhibition. The Little Hall Museum & Gardens, Lavenham. 10.30am-4.30pm.

27 MAY - 19 JUNE HENRO 2011 An exhibition by Takumasa Ono, an official artist of the National Trust in Japan. The exhibition will include silk screen prints, traditional Japanese paintings, sumi-e-ink drawings and watercolours inspired by National Trust places.

Ickworth House, Park and Gardens, Horringer, nr Bury St Edmunds (01284 736127) 29 MAY - 30 JUNE TESSA NEWCOMBE An exhibition of works by Suffolk artist Tessa Newcomb, whose work is dominated by scenes of the Suffolk countryside and coastline. Born in Suffolk, Tessa studied at Norwich School of Art before gaining an honours degree from bath Academy of Art. She is the daughter of artist Marry Newcomb, and she now lives in Wenhaston Snape Maltings Gallery, Snape, nr Aldeburgh. 10am-5pm.

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SPECIAL EVENTS 1 MAY THE GUINEAS FESTIVAL This is a crucial event in the international racing calendar, with the world’s best jockeys and trainers competing for glory on the hallowed turf of Newmarket’s Rowley Mile. Rowley Mile Racecourse, Newmarket (01638 675500) 1 MAY LARGE MODEL AIR SHOW Bury Model Flying Club, with support from the Large Model Association, stage their annual show. Top pilots will be flying models ranging from WWI to present day warbirds. Plus stands, crafts, entertainment and children;s activities.

Rougham Airfield, nr Bury St Edmunds (01359 270524) 1 MAY THE MID-SUFFOLK SHOW Animals galore to fascinate and entertain, plus plenty of mechanical horse power on display, stands, displays, entertainment, country market and activities. Mid Suffolk Showground, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, Stowmarket (01449 711111) 1 MAY THE RIGHT ROYAL RETRO MARKET The finest in vintage and retro traders who will fill the frontage of the Maltings with their stalls laden with interesting and eclectic wares. Snape Maltings, Snape, nr Aldeburgh. 10am-5pm. (01728 687171) 1 MAY RAILWAY SHOW & MODEL RAILWAY EXHIBITION Model layouts, static exhibits, gifts etc. St Edmunds Hall, Cumberland Road, Southwold. 10.30am5.30pm Sat, 10.30am-4pm Sun, (01502 725424) 1 MAY WOODBRIDGE EXTRAVAGANZA Family fun with donkey rides, coconut shy, punch and Judy, bouncy castles, face painting, swingboats and more. Elmhurst Park, Woodbridge. 2-5pm.

1 MAY BECCLES ANTIQUES STREET MARKET Beccles. 8am-4.30pm.(01502 711174) 1 MAY SPRING FAIR New Green Centre, Thurston. 10am-4pm.

1 - 2 MAY SUFFOLK GAME & COUNTRY FAIR Arena Demonstrations & Displays, Fun Fair, Craft Fair & Trade Stands; Fly casting demonstration, model flying demonstration, falconry display, stick show, clay pigeon shooting, terrier racing, dog agility, horse show, beer festival, and much more. Traditional fun for all the family... and the dog too! Glemham Hall, Little Glemham, Woodbridge. 9am-7pm (Sun), 9am-5pm (Mon). (01485 528954) 1 - 2 MAY THE KNIGHT'S TOURNAMENT Marvel at the medieval knights as they take on the ultimate tournament. Fully armoured and ready to do battle, you can watch our knights in hand to hand combat, archery competitions and much more.

Framlingham Castle. 11am-5pm.

1 - 2 MAY MAY DAY RE-CREATION OF TUDOR LIFE May Day portrayed in the way in which Tudors celebrated it. The Re-Creation re-captures the processions, plays, pageantry, music & dance of the time and is based at the

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Suffolk Barns Sward on the Farm to create a village atmosphere. In their day the way in which locals celebrated May Day was so lively that Tudor Gentry, even the sovereign of the day, would go to watch villagers enjoying themselves.

Kentwell, Long Melford. 11am-5pm. (01787 310207) 1 - 2 MAY VILLAGE LIFE IN THE 7TH CENTURY Living History group Westcentingas come to populate the Village as 7th C AngloSaxons. Living history, weaving, dyeing,wood, leather and metalworking. Watch them prepare their authentic meals, make arrows and settle disputes by single combat! West Stow - The First English Village, Icklingham Road, West Stow, Bury St Edmunds (01284 728718) 1 - 2 MAY FLOWER FESTIVAL St Botolphs Church, The Street, North Cove, Beccles. 1-5.30pm (Sun), 10am-5pm (Mon).

(01502 475183) 1 - 2 MAY ROYAL ALE FESTIVAL Royal Themed ales including "Kiss me Kate" & "Royal Wedding", Pimms Tent, BBQ, Bouncy Castle, Garden Games, and live music Fri night. The Brantham Bull, The Street, Brantham (01473 328494) 2 MAY MENDLESHAM ART & CRAFT SHOW Mendlesham Community Centre 11am-4.30pm.

2 MAY 7TH ANNUAL EARSHAM HALL MAY DAY CHARITY FAIR The largest event held at Earsham Hall, offering some of the best local food, drinks and crafts from the region.

We also have an array of family entertainment normally including Punch and Judy, Clowns, Morris Dancers, Dog Agility Displays and much more. A traditional family day out not to be missed. Earsham Hall, Bungay. 10am-4pm.

(01986 893868) 7 - 8 MAY THE NEWMARKET HOME & GARDEN SHOW Home, Garden, Arts, Crafts, Gifts, Food & Drink Fair. Newmarket Racecourses, The Links, Newmarket. 10am5pm. (0800 141 2823) 8 MAY EAST ANGLIAN DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL See panel. 10am-5pm. (01780 470718) 8 MAY SUFFOLK WILDLIFE TRUST MAY FESTIVAL Art installations, workshops led by artists, trails, guided walks, free wildlife activities, ploughman's, homemade cakes, craft stalls. Family activities & a big event. Lackford Lakes. Noon-4pm. (01284 728706)

8 MAY EAST COAST PIRATES AMERICAN CLASSIC CAR CLUB A large collection of these American classic cars will be on display. Norfolk & Suffolk Aviation Museum, Buckeroo Way, The Street, Flixton, Bungay. 10am-5pm. (01986 896644) 12 MAY POWER BOAT RACING A minimum of nine races, with live commentary in the park. Nicholas Everitt Park, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft. 6pm. (01603 881112) 12 MAY ST NICHOLAS HOSPICE CARE RACE EVENING Enjoy the excitement of 6 races, whilst supporting St Nicholas Hospice Care. Rowley Mile Racecourse, Newmarket (01284 715597) 12 - 14 MAY SPRING WEEKEND Horseracing. Rowley Mile Racecourse, Newmarket (01638 675500) 13 MAY MUSEUMS AT NIGHT - FAMILY FRIGHT NIGHT! Discover macabre tales of crime and punishment, witchcraft and murder in a 12th Century building. Moyse’s Hall Museum, Bury St Edmunds (01284 757160) 14 - 15 MAY THE SUFFOLK 4 X 4 SHOW AND AUTOJUMBLE A brilliant weekend of off road activities including: two fantastic LANTRA certified courses to try, charity rides, tuition instruction for off road beginners, recovery and winching displays, competitions and prizes, and club displays. Plus bags of activity for families with children including; Radio Controlled Rock Crawlers action, Bike Trials, Little Rovers, fun rides and much more.

Rougham Airfield, nr Bury St Edmunds.

9.30am-5.30pm. (01359 270524) 15 MAY ANTIQUES AND COLLECTORS FAIR Ixworth Village Hall. 9am-3.30pm.

(07535 503864) 15 MAY THE RED FEATHER CLUB GRAND OPEN DAY Military vehicles, reenactors, veterans and visitors from the US. The Red Feather Club (95th Bomb Group Heritage Association), Horham. 10am-4pm.

(01728 860930) 15 - 16 MAY WEIRD & WONDERFUL WOOD Weekend celebration of all things wood. Over sixty artists and craftspeople, lots of demonstrations including carving and sculpture, really fine designer craftsmen made furniture, musical instrument making, displays by traditional fletchers and bowyers, chain saw carving, hurdle making, wood turning, pole lathe turn-

ing, sign writing, as well as coracle making and wagon displays. Plus plenty of workshops for all ages. Haughley Park Barn, Haughley Park, Nr Wetherden, Stowmarket. 11am-5pm.

(01359 240724) 19 MAY POWER BOAT RACING A minimum of nine races, with live commentary in the park. Nicholas Everitt Park, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft. 6pm. (01603 881112) 19 - 29 MAY BURY ST EDMUNDS FESTIVAL Annual arts festival with music, comedy, theatre and more. Main events are listed individually. Bury St Edmunds (01284 758000) www.buryfestival.co.uk 21 MAY THE ARK & CRAFT FAYRE Affordable handmade crafts. The Ark, King William Street, Needham Market 10am2pm.

21 - 22 MAY ST EDMUNDS REAL BEER & FOOD FESTIVAL A wide range of top quality local food and drink producers will be joining Greene King to promote their wares, offering opportunities to sample as well as to buy. Among the delights will be locally produced smoked cheese, cured beef, jam, chutney, whisky, cider, premium sausages, seafood, ice cream, fudge - and of course, some excellent real ales. There will also be live music in the gardens, food demonstrations, tutored tastings and beer master classes over the weekend. Greene King Brewery Gardens, Bury St Edmunds.

10am-6pm (Sat), 10am-5pm (Sun). (01284 714297) 21 - 22 MAY SHEEP SHEARING, WOOL & GARDENS WEEKEND Visitors will see sheep being shorn and some of the Tudors and others will be working with wool: carding, spinning, dyeing, felting and (perhaps) weaving.

Kentwell, Long Melford. 11am-5pm. (01787 310207) 22 MAY LOVE DOGS A fun packed doggie day out in the park. Enter your magnificent mutts, pedigrees or crossbreeds, in The LoveDogs Show with categories including; Cutest Puppy, Prettiest Bitch, Handsomest Dog, Most Talented Pet, Awesome Old Timer and Best in Show. Plus demonstrations, stands and more.

Ickworth House, Park and Gardens, Horringer, nr Bury St Edmunds. 10am-4pm.

(01284 736127) 22 MAY ANTIQUE AND 20TH CENTURY FAIR Over 220 inside stands plus outside

stands of Antiques, Art Deco and Collectables.

Antique valuation roadshow. Rowley Mile Racecourse, Newmarket. 9am-4pm. (01263 888111) 22 MAY ART DECO AND RETRO FAIR Culford School, Brandon Raod, Culford, Bury St Edmunds. 10am-4pm. (01953 889969) 26 MAY POWER BOAT RACING A minimum of nine races, with live commentary in the park. Nicholas Everitt Park, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft. 6pm. (01603 881112) 27 MAY - 5 JUNE STOWMARKET FESTIVAL Festival launch event on 27th in the town centre between 4-7pm. Lots of events and activities throughout the Festival, culminating in two day music fest on 4-5 June at Chilton Fields. Various venues, Stowmarket. www.stowmarketfestival.co.uk 28 MAY GOLF OPEN DAY & CRAFT FAYRE Fynn Valley Golf Club, Witnesham, Westerfield (01473 785267) 28 - 29 MAY TOP CRAFTS Prestigious local event featuring a select group of Suffolk's best crafts people. Lavenham Village Hall.

10am-4pm. (01473 295200) 28 - 30 MAY TUDOR TIMES Enter the bustling world of our Tudor market. Meet Tudor folk in their living history camps, hear melodious music and browse our stalls selling a variety of historic goods. Kids can also start training to become part of Bloody Mary's army.

Framlingham Castle. 11am-5pm.

29 MAY BURY FESTIVAL BEATING RETREAT The Band of the RAF Regiment visit for the annual beating retreat ceremony. Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds. 4.30pm. (01284 758000) 29 MAY POWER BOAT RACING A minimum of nine races, with live commentary in the park. Nicholas Everitt Park, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft. Noon. (01603 881112) 29 MAY SUFFOLK PLANT HERITAGE SPRING PLANT FAIR Popular annual fair that this year has a ‘Pink’ theme. Helmingham Hall Gardens, Stowmarket. 10.30am-4pm.

30 MAY LONG MELFORD OPEN GARDENS Long Melford. 10am-5pm.

31 MAY FANTASTIC FALCONS! Birds of prey flying displays. West Stow - The First English Village, Icklingham Road, West Stow, Bury St Edmunds (01284 728718)

8 MAY EAST ANGLIAN DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL One of the largest team events in the region.

Over 40 teams are expected to battle it out in the 30' Chinese dragon boats over a 200m race course watched by several thousand spectators. There will be plenty of activities on the bankside to entertain teams and spectators including Chinese lion dancing, funfair, street entertainers, children's activities, bar and more. Nicholas Everitt Park, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft

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There’s plenty to enjoy at the Shuttleworth Estate in Old Warden Park, Bedfordshire, with its vintage aircraft, Bird of Prey Centre and beautiful Swiss Garden

THE SHUTTLEWORTH COLLECTION ....depicts the history of flight from the early 1900s to the 1950s. The Collection is situated in one of the few traditional all grass aerodromes still in regular use. The display, contained in eight hangars, includes a workshop hangar where visitors can view restoration and maintenance work in progress. There are also vintage and veteran cars, motorcycles and bicycles, and a coach room with horse drawn carriages.

During the summer season all of the airworthy aircraft are flown in a series of displays that recreate flying during the Edwardian period, the First World War, the peacetime years of the twenties and early thirties, and World War Two. The Collection’s vintage cars and motorcycles, complete with suitably attired drivers and passengers, can also be seen on flying days and evenings.

Shuttleworth, Old Warden Park, Biggleswade www.shuttleworth.org (01767 627927)

Summer events at the Shuttleworth Collection MAY 1 Spring Air Display 14 Evening Air Show 21 Vintage Car Day JUNE 5 Midsummer Air Show 18 Evening Air Show JULY 3 Military Pageant Air Show 16 Evening Air Show AUGUST 7 Military Pageant Air Show 13 Evening Air Show 20 The Original Flying Proms 21 Summer Pop Picnic Party SEPTEMBER 4 Shuttleworth Pageant Air Show 17/18 The Bedfordshire Steam and Country Fayre; 24 Shuttleworth Uncovered Flying Display

The English School of Falconry Bird of Prey & Conservation Centre ...now in its eleventh year, is home to some 300 birds of prey from all around the globe, including falcons, hawks, owls, eagles, vultures and pelicans. The newest additions to the Centre are a white-tailed sea eagle and two American bald eagles. Visitors have the opportunity to handle the birds, have a go at flying a hawk or an owl, and to see flying displays. The woodland setting of the site is close to the birds’ natural surroundings, and some of the birds are part of the World Wide Breeding Programme of rare and endangered species. Open: 10am-5pm. Daily events: meet and greet the eagles, 11.15am; fly an owl or hawk, 2pm and flying displays, 12pm and 3pm.

Adults £10; child up to 16 years free; concessions, £9.

THE SWISS GARDEN created by Lord Ongley in the 1820s, is a beautiful example of late Regency and Swiss picturesque garden design. A number of vistas lead to a Swiss Cottage, there's also a grotto and fernery, a thatched tree shelter, an Indian Pavilion, two ponds, many fine specimens of shrubs and conifers, and some remarkable trees. The Shuttleworth family bought Old Warden Park in the 1870s and introduced a number of new features, including creations made of Pulhamite (rubble coated with cement to give the appearance of rock) and a raised terrace.

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Summer in Bedford

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The 9th Bedford International Kite Festival returns to Russell Park on Saturday 4th-Sunday 5th June.

As in previous festivals the event will showcase kites from the four corners of the globe including America, Canada, Japan, China, Germany, France, Holland and Belgium as well as flyers from across the UK. The International guests will also participate in and run a number of workshops in local schools and community groups prior to the event.

The programme throughout the weekend will feature kites never seen before in the UK and children’s and adults workshops in the kite marquee.

The festival has the unique ability to engage and enable all ages to take part; anyone can fly a kite. A special arena for members of the public to fly their own or made in the workshop kites will also be onsite. The event is expected to attract over 30,000 people over the weekend.

For more information call 01234 221955.

SUMMER EVENTS IN BEDFORD 14 May Bedford Regatta Racing on the River Great Ouse at Bedford. www.bedfordregatta.co.uk 13-14 May Bedford:Bamberg Spring Festival 13th-14th May Brilliant Bedford Beer Festival with over 40 different German Beers, Wines, Schnapps and authentic German BBQ, plus entertainment. Harpur Suite 01234 269519 12 June Bedford International Games Major atheletics event. Bedford International Athletics Stadium, Bakers Lane. www.bedfordgames.net 12 June Bedford Italian Festival Italian Food Market and stalls, plus Italian live music stage, car displays, exhibition and more. St Paul’s Square & Harpur Square. www.bedforditalianfestival.co.uk 10 July Sprint Regatta More racing on the river.

22-25 Juky Bedford by the Sea A giant

sandpit will return to Harpur Square for four days for themed seaside related fun and frolics that children will absolutely love!

Sundays in June, July & August Music in the Meadows Music in the bandstand at Mill Meadows.

27-29 August Twinwood Festival incorporating the Glenn Miller Festival of Swing Jazz & Jive Non-stop, quality music from top Orchestras, bands and artistes performing the great hits from the Big Band and Jive era, and also including some Rock & Roll. There are multiple stages, dance floors, a big dance marquee with all day dance lessons and workshops, vintage vehicles, air displays, fashion shows, hangar dances, comedy shows, museums, traders, great food and drink, excellent campsites and so much more.

Twinwood Arena, Clapham 01923 282725 www.twinwoodevents.com

The John Bunyan Museum tells the story of John Bunyan (1628 -1688), the renowned author, pastor and preacher. John Bunyan rose from humble origins to become one of the world's most widely read Christian writers. The Pilgrim's Progress, his most famous work, has been translated into over 200 languages, many examples of which can be seen in the museum. Bunyan lived most of his life in and around Bedford; he was born at Elstow, he preached in the town and he became a pastor of the Independent Congregation in the 1670s. The Museum showcases some of the objects owned and used by Bunyan from the anvil he used as a tinker, to the jug believed to have been used by Bunyan's blind daughter to take ale or soup to her father in prison. The museum’s Summer Exhibition, Bunyan's Beasts, runs from 12 July - 9 Sept and looks at the animals and monsters from The Pilgrims Progress with family friendly activities and craft days every Friday in August. Bunyan Meeting, Mill Street 01234 213722

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Proms in the Park on Saturday 23 July, features a fabulous line up of musicians and performers that include Aled Jones, soprano Natasha Marsh (above), the London Gala Orchestra and Bedford Choral Society. The music programme will feature many of the favourites, including classical pieces and scores from musicals and films including the “Live and Let Die” soundtrack which would not be complete without its spectacular special effect “flame balls”. Also featured will be leading harmonica player Philip Achille, and a pre-concert performance by Bedford Town Band. This renowned event is not only known for its superb musical content and performances but also for its spectacular laser and firework finales, which this year promises to be as stunning as ever.

If you book before 9 May, you can get tickets at a reduced price of £23.95 (plus booking fee) instead of the full price advance ticket of £32.00 (plus booking fee). For tickets call 0207 836 1033 or go to www.thefulleffect.co.uk or in person from the Bedford Tourist Information Centre.

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Tuesday to Saturday 11.00am to 4.00pm (last entry 3.45pm) 1st March to the 29th October 2011 (Closed Good Friday) ADMISSION FREE Groups/ school parties are welcome throughout the year by prior arrangement.

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Mark Harrison is delighted to be hosting the Proms In The Park, back at Bedford Park, Bedford on Saturday 23rd July Aled Jones

To mark our return to Bedford Park, we are delighted to be able to present a fabulous line up of musicians and performers that include Aled Jones, soprano Natasha Marsh, the London Gala Orchestra and Bedford Choral Society. The music programme will feature many of the favourites, including classical pieces and scores from musicals and films including the “Live and Let Die” soundtrack which would not be complete without our spectacular special effect “flame balls”.

As well as our featured soloists we are delighted to be able to announce that Philip Achille will be performing for us. Philip is one of Europe’s leading harmonica players, and has performed on film soundtracks as well as for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s birthday celebrations in Hyde Park. Philip will be playing a special piece of music as homage to the late, great John Barry.

Whilst our main orchestral concert commences at 8.00pm, we are delighted to welcome back The Bedford Town Band, plus a performance by local blues singer Cherry Lee Mewis, both of whom will be performing for you as you enjoy your summer picnic. Our own pre-booked picnics by award winning delicatessen Aubrey Allen are also available – superb on site, chilled picnics without the fuss of carrying them to the concert arena.

Natasha Marsh

This renowned event is not only known for its superb musical content and performances but also for its spectacular laser and firework finales, which this year promises to be as stunning as ever.

As a special introductory offer the tickets are currently at a special rate of £23.95 (plus booking fee) before the 9th May instead of the full price advance ticket of £32.00 (plus booking fee). Child tickets are £10.00 (no booking fee).

Tickets, and picnics, are available now by telephoning: 0207 836 1033, on-line: www.thefulleffect.co.uk or in person from the Bedford Tourist Information Centre, St Pauls Square.

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Sawbridgeworth

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Sawbridgeworth is a small town near Bishop’s Stortford. At the time of the Norman Conquest, Sawbridgeworth was one of the most valuable estates in the country. The estate was owned by Asgar the Staller, who was in charge of King Harold’s stables. Sawbridgeworth was home to one of the oldest nurseries in the country, Thomas Rivers & Sons, first established in 1725. Many new fruit varieties were raised there, including 30 kinds of plum. The nursery closed in the 1980s.

To the south of the town is Pishiobury, a fine Tudor mansion on an estate given to Anne Boleyn

by Henry VIII. Sawbridgeworth has many attractive riverside walks close to the town and the River Stort. The Stort is very popular for boating. Great St. Mary’s church (left) was originally built in the 13th century and includes a Tudor tower containing a clock bell and eight ringing bells, the oldest of which dates from 1749.

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High Wych Road 01279 725892 The Straw Hat Oriental restaurant in a thatched country cottage, complete with sushi bar and a menu that includes Malaysian and Thai dishes, plus a few Japanese specials. London Road 01279 722434 New Mexico Large Tex-Mex restaurant where you can experience the authentic taste of Mexican dishes - burritos, chimichangas, enchiladas and our fabulous fajitas and Tasty Tex meals including BBQ chicken and ribs, and succulent steaks. Bells Walk, London Road 01279 721070 Railway Hotel The newly built hotel has been designed to a superb standard and all 12 rooms offer comfort and space. The restaurant offers daily specials as well as the more traditional fayre. Station Road 01279 724317 The Gate Fabulous real ale pub that has served over 7,000 different beers since 1990. The Gate is also the home of the Sawbridgeworth Micro-Brewery. The beers are only available at The Gate or at selected beer festivals. Food available at lunchtime. London Road 01279 722313 King William IV Traditional family pub with reguar live music on Saturdays, plus b&b, and sports TV. Vantorts Road 01279 722322 White Lion A classic British public house, constructed of three buildings that span the centuries. Great food, drink and atmosphere.

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Joanne Gowan has been running her own business designing and making wonderful jewellery for over 25 years. Her shop and workshop premises have expanded and improved since opening in 1988. The contemporary retail display area with separate workshop is situated in an 18th century building. There is a consultation area for clients to relax and discuss individual one-off commissions, which is a large part of Joanne’s work. Over the past year Joanne has also seen an increase in the number of clients reinvesting their old gold to create new family heir looms. The Website provides access to a ‘back catalogue’of photographs, detailed information and online sales whilst the retail premises continue to provide a traditional shop experience with friendly and professional service. Bell Street 01279 600 004 www.gowanjewellers.co.uk

Bridal Path offers wedding gowns from some of Britain’s finest designers, including Jenny Packham, Stewart Parvin, and Amanda Wakeley. Jenny Packham, Stewart Parvin, Amanda Wakeley, the ground-floor store also has a range of accessories, headpieces, veils and jewellery. Bell Street 01279 722273

The Maltings by the river, off Station Road, is home to a number of antiques dealers, including Charnwood Antiques (01279 600562, above), who specialise in practical and stylish antique furniture for the modern home. Also here you’ll find the Essex Antiques Centre, Acorn Antiques & Collectors Centre and the Riverside Antiques Centre.

Sawbridgeworth has an occassional Farmers’ Market, held in Bell Street Car Park.

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Bishop’s Stortford

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Waytemore Castle (above) Otherwise known as Bishop’s Stortford Castle, traces of the foundations of the 190th century castle remian on top of a 12 metre high mound. The moat is still visible as a waterway surrounding the attractive Castle Gardens.

Bishop’s Stortford Museum Opened in 2205, the site has been refurbished and increased in size forming a modern museum within the Rhodes Arts Complex. The museum brings to life the rich social history of the town and its unique links with the history of the Empire and Africa, through interctive displays and inspiring objects. Also on display is the 28ft embroidered mural worked by 142 local residents, which depicts the town’s history. South Road 01279 651746 St Michael’s Church A 15th century church overlooking the town. The belfry and clock date from 1431. The brick upper part and spire are 19th century additions. Windhill Cineworld Multi-screen modern cinema. Anchor Street 08712 208000 Toruist Information Centre Find out all you need to know here, plus sovenirs and gifts. Walks through the medieval town centre are described in leaflets both for sale here. Windhill 01279 655831 Lakeside Superbowl Ten-pin bowling. Anchor Street 01279 755204 Hatfield Forest Once a medeival royal hunting forest, this National Trust attraction has walks, nature trails, picnic areas, fishing and events throughout the year. Takeley 01279870678

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Near the Herts/Essex border, Bishop’s Stortford is an ancient market town on the River Stort. Throughout the centuries, the town has thrived as a market town, and today is still a busy shopping centre with a market held twice a week, on Thursdays and Saturdays. There is much to see in the town a rich collection of 16th and 17th century buildings, including several of the old inns that are still in business. One of the town’s notable monuments is the memorial recording the life of Cecil Rhodes, son of a former Rector.

Nettleswell House in South Road, where Rhodes was born in 1853, forms part of the Bishop’s Stortford Museum. The town has excellent cimunication links, being the nearest town to London Stansted Airport, and next to the M11 motorway providing easy connections to London, Cambridge and the North.

EAT • DRINK • STAY Lussmanns Lighht and spacious fish and grill restaurant beside the River Stort can accommodate over a hundred people. Inside, a Washington palm tree provides an unusual but grand focal point for the main dining area, while the wonderful mezzanine floor is ideal for private parties of up to 40 people. We are also fortunate in having a south facing riverside terrace that provides further outdoor seating for 40 guests who can relax by the river and catch the afternoon or evening sun. Adderley Road, Jacksons Wharf 01279 759 115 Pearse House This hotel is a charming Victorian Mansion full of character and set in its own grounds.

There’s a choice of two excellent dining rooms, and the hotel has excellent conference facilities and makes the perfect setting for a wedding. Parsonage Lane 01279 757400 Lemon Tree Restaurant that serves exceptional modern British cuisine in a comfortable setting within a 16th-century building. Listin in the Michelin and Good Food Guides. the Courtyard is perfect for al fresco dining, a light lunch or afternoon tea. Water Lane 01279 757788 Three Willows Popular dining pub with lots of cricketing memorabilia. Good beers, great food, and excellent friendly service. Birchanger 01279 815913 The Rivermill High quality cuisine from the Chinese regions of Szechuan and Peking as as being well known for fabulous Cantonese dishes too. Take-away available. Southmill Road 01279 503799 Chutney Joe Exceptional and authentic Indian restaurant. Stylish and contemporary dining area and a fusion of old, modern and sophisticated with ethnic and cultural hints in the Lounge Bar. Hadham Road 01279 507777 Host Restaurant Stylish and modern bar and restaurant with an open plan kitchen that allows diners to see the chefs at work and be involved in the atmosphere of producing fantastic and well presented food. Market Square 01279 657000 Il Giardino De Stortford An authentic family run Italian restaurant producing exceptional Italian food from scratch with the freshest ingredients, including home made pasta, sauces and ice-cream.

Northgate End 01279 657316 Down Hall Country House Hotel Dating back to 1322, this impressive Italianate mansion is an historic setting. The hotel's luxury interiors, ornate ceilings and abundance of natural daylight make for an experience like no other. The Grill Room Restaurant serves excellent modern British cuisine and its a perfect venue for conferences or weddings. Hatfield Heath 01279 731441 Bishop's Stortford Beer Festival is now in its third year and will feature over 30 real ales, plus ciders and more. 28-20 July at Bishops Stortford British Legion Club, Wind Hill.

The 2nd Stortford Film Festival is held this month at the Rhodes Centre, 21-26 May, featuring high quality original shorts, features and documentaries from around the world. www.stortfordfilmfestival.org www.eastmag.com

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Inside, this light and spacious brasserie has a lounge area with comfortable sofas for people who want to enjoy a drink, and a mezzanine floor ideal for private parties. With top quality live jazz on Wednesday nights, and a resident pianist every Saturday, it’s easy to see why this is such a popular local eatery.

The menu champions provenance and seasonality, with ingredients from the UK’s best producers and suppliers. Choose from great value à la carte and fixed price menus (two courses for £10.95, three for £13.95), along with monthly specials and a Lussmanns Junior menu for younger diners.

The tempting range of dishes includes Western Isles grilled squid with fresh chilli and rocket, warmed chicory with stilton, pear and walnuts, yellow fin tuna niçoise and a wild rabbit and chestnut mushroom linguine. A meaty grill section offers local free-range pork loin, top quality steaks and a classic cheese burger.

If you’ve room for dessert, home-made temptations include sticky toffee pudding, a luxurious chocolate torte and a selection of cheeses chosen by Eric Charriaux, expert supplier to Raymond Blanc.

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What’s on in May

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THEATRE & SHOWS 1 MAY THE RAT PACK IS BACK This show captures not only the wonderful music and comedy of the original legends, but also the remarkable personalities of the stars who ruled the entertainment world from The Sands Hotel in Las Vegas. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 1 MAY BUGSY MALONE Musical presented

by Rare Productions. Weston Auditorium, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield (01707 281127) 1 MAY LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU Show paying tribute to Robbie Williams. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 1 - 7 MAY TWELFTH NIGHT Shakespeare’s classic comedy of romance, mischief, love, entanglement, wild infatuation and deception. Barn Theatre, Welwyn Garden City (01707 324300) 2 MAY ONE-MAN STAR WARS TRILOGY Charles Ross’s hilarious show. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 2 MAY ROARY THE RACING CAR Childrens show. Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 2 MAY FIREMAN SAM LIVE Children’s favourite. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 3 - 7 MAY STEEL MAGNOLIAS Hilarious and touching, this play shows the deep strength and purposefulness that emerges between a group of women who are customers and staff who engage in small-town gossip at Truvy's beauty shop. Swan Theatre Company. The Place, Bedford (01234 269519) 4 MAY DOM JOLY One of the UK’s most innovative comedians. For the last ten years, since his multi-award winning TV hit, Trigger Happy TV, Dom Joly has lead the most extraordinary of lives. In this laugh-out-loud show, Dom talks us through the perils of skiing down volcanoes, holidaying in Chernobyl and North Korea, trying to fly across the Grand Canyon strapped to an 8 foot rocket, being arrested in Switzerland while dressed as a yeti, and eating from Gillian McKeith’s pants while imprisoned in the Australian jungle. In this highly

original show, Dom attempts to make sense of it all with the aid of some very peculiar holiday snaps. Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 4 MAY WE’LL MEET AGAIN Nostalgic wartime music show. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 4 MAY AN EVENING WITH GERVASE PHINN School tales from the Yorkshire Dales.

Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 4 - 7 MAY HMS PINAFORE Presented by The Vale Gilbert and Sullivan Society. Court Theatre at Pendley, Tring (07543 560478) 4 - 21 MAY SWEENEY TODD Tongue-incheek version of the classic horror story which includes all the melodrama of the later Victorian period. Market Theatre, Hitchin (01462 433553) 5 MAY THE MAN WHO WAS HAMLET George Dillon’s one-man play tells the comical, tragical and utterly scandalous history of the controversial figure who some believe was the true author of the works of ‘William Shakespeare’- Edward de Vere, 17th Earl of Oxford.

Bedford School Theatre (01234 269519) 5 MAY THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD Tall Stories Theatre Company bring Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation. Rhodes Centre, Bishop’s Stortford (01279 651746) 5 MAY SWEENEY TODD: HIS LIFE, TIMES AND EXECUTION A deliciously depraved black comedy of slapstick humour, clowning, grotesque characters, physical storytelling, live cabaret music and German expressionistic, shadow, bunraku and marionette puppetry. Hertford Theatre (01992 531500) 5 - 8 MAY THAT’LL BE THE DAY Rock ‘n’ roll music show celebrates its 25th anniversary.

Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 6 MAY MAGIC OF MOTOWN Show that celebrates the sound of Motown. Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 6 MAY CINDERELLA Ballet. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 7 MAY TIM VINE The king of the one-liner and star of BBC1 ‘Live at The Apollo’ and ‘Not Going Out’. Hertford Theatre (01992 531500) 7 MAY HA HA HOLMES: THE BEAST OF THE BLISTERVILLES A marvellous comedy thriller in two acts. Rhodes Centre, Bishop’s Stortford (01279 651746) 7 MAY THE SNOW SPIDER Breathtaking physical theatre for ages 7+. Bedford School Theatre (01234 269519)

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8 MAY ERIC KNOWLES - ANTIQUE ANTICS An afternoon with the Antiques Roadshow expert. Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 9 MAY WE’LL MEET AGAIN Nostalgic wartime music show. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 10 - 14 MAY CALAMITY JANE Wild West musical presented by Harrow Light Opera Company. Watersmeet Theatre, Rickmansworth (01923 711063) 10 - 15 MAY JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical starring Any Dream Will Do runner-up, Keith Jack. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 11 MAY ONE-MAN STAR WARS TRILOGY Charles Ross’s hilarious show.

Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 11 - 14 MAY THE 39 STEPS Furiously paced comedy thriller hot. Court Theatre at Pendley, Tring (07543 560478) 12 MAY VERVE 2011 The Northern School of Contemporary Dance present an invigorating mixed bill of new dance works created by leading choreographers. Rhodes Centre, Bishop’s Stortford (01279 651746) 12 MAY BARNSTORMERS COMEDY CLUB Stand-up. Leighton Buzzard Theatre (0300 300 8125) 13 MAY MILTON JONES Top stand-up comedy the weird bloke with the shirts from Mock the Week! Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 13 MAY FERN HILL AND OTHER DYLAN THOMAS Presented by actor Guy Masterson.

Hertford Theatre (01992 531500) 13 - 21 MAY THE THREEPENNY OPERA A sexy, wild romp through London’s underworld of beggars, thieves and cutthroats where Mack the Knife dodges the hangman’s noose and tries to evade the women in his life. The dramatic dialogue of Bertolt Brecht combines with the wily melodies of Kurt Weill, whose vibrant, jazzbased score includes the hit song ‘Mack the Knife.’ Sharnbrook Mill Theatre (01234 269519) 14 MAY LITTLE HOWARD Bursting out of the TV set and onto the stage this unique family show features sing-a-long songs, innovative 3D animation and hilarious interactive stand-up to keep all ages entertained. Bedford School Theatre (01234 269519) 14 MAY SIMON EVANS Stand-up comedy. Ellen Terry Suite, Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 14 MAY LASTMINUTE.COMEDY Stand-up comedy. Letchworth Arts Centre (01462 670788) 14 - 15 MAY DANCE BEAT - ENERGY Dance show. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 16 - 17 MAY STEPHEN K AMOS Top stand-up comedy. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080)

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16 - 21 MAY DANGEROUS CORNER JB Priestley’s thriller. Queen Mother Theatre, Hitchin (01462 455166) 17 - 21 MAY WHODUNNIT Wickedly funny Agatha Christie satire presented by Bedford Dramatic Club. The Place, Bedford (01234 269519) 18 MAY JAZZ DANCE COMPANY Dance show. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 18 - 21 MAY ST TRINIANS Presented by HDOS Young Idea. Hertford Theatre (01992 531500) 19 MAY BARNSTORMERS COMEDY CLUB Top stand-up . Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 19 MAY MAGNERS FUNHOUSE COMEDY CLUB Top stand-up. Rhodes Centre, Bishop’s Stortford (01279 651746) 20 MAY SALLY MORGAN TV’s psychic medium. Concert Hall, Stevenage (01438 363200) 20 MAY VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET TCHAIKOVSKY GALA An evening of highlights from the best known and most loved Tchaikovsky ballets Watersmeet Theatre, Rickmansworth (01923 711063) 20 - 22 MAY MOLLY VICKERS DANCE Dance showcase. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 21 MAY SHAOLIN WARRIORS This breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu Show vividly depicts the rarely seen Kung Fu masters’ feats of agility, strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous martial arts training. The show is an extravaganza, with gorgeous scenery, atmospheric music, beautiful lights, and hundreds of costumes. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 22 MAY NOT SO GRIMM FAIRY TALES! Fun show for ages 4+. Weston Auditorium, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield (01707 281127) 23 - 28 MAY BLOOD BROTHERS Written

by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences. Starring X Factor’s Niki Evans as Mrs Johnstone, the superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 23 MAY - 11 JUNE LOST A new play by Lesley Bilton. Barn Theatre, Welwyn Garden City (01707 357117) 24 - 28 MAY OUR HOUSE Romantic comedy set to the music of Madness, presented

by Bedford Marianettes. The Place, Bedford (01234 269519) 25 - 28 MAY HALF A SIXPENCE The Lytton Players present a sparkling new production of the all time family favourite, which includes well-known favourites like 'Flash Bang Wallop,’‘ If The Rains Got To Fall’ and 'Half A

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Sixpence’ as well as nine new musical numbers.

Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 25 - 28 MAY THE MAYFLOWER First part of a trilogy that tells the story of determined settlers, whose desire for religious freedom led them to establish a New Church in a New World. Market Theatre, Hitchin (01462 433553) 26 MAY PSYCHOLOGY: DANCED Five amazing choreographers were INSPIRED by five psychological questions. The result is Psychology:Danced. Weston Auditorium, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield (01707 281127) 26 MAY 5 SOLDIERS Rosie Kay Dance Company present a hard-hitting dance theatre production. Hertford Theatre (01992 531500) 27 MAY DIE FLEIDERMAUS one of the world’s most famous operettas, and it now gets a glittering new look by the country’s best small-scale operetta company, Opera della Luna. Hertford Theatre (01992 531500) 28 MAY FREDDIE STARR The madcap comedian’s comeback tour. One of Britain’s best loved and most enduring performers, Freddie has established himself as one of the all time greats. Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 29 MAY NUH STRESS MI OUT! 70s comedy presented by Blue Mountain Theatre. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080)

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1 MAY ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Russina classical music spectacular. Concert Hall, Stevenage (01438 363200)

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1 MAY HARVEY ANDREWS Folk. Hitchin Folk Club, The Sun Hotel, Hitchin (01462 812391) 1 MAY PETER KING QUARTET Jazz.

Herts Jazz, Campus West, Welwyn Garden City (01707 357117) 3 MAY FOSTER & ALLEN The beautiful melodies of Foster and Allen have made them a phenomenal success all over the world. Since their first hit record in 1978 they have gone on to record 20 gold award winning albums.

Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 4 MAY HUNGRYTOWN Folk. Baldock and Letchworth Folk Club, The Orange Tree, Baldock.

5 MAY T-REXTASY Tribute. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 6 MAY WIHAN QUARTET Janácek, Beethoven, Dvorák. Benslow Music Trust, Little Benslow Hills, Hitchin (01462 459446) 6 MAY GA GA Queen tribute. Plinston Hall, Letchworth (01462 672003) 6 MAY WHOLE LOTTA LED Led Zeppelin tribute. Hertford Corn Exchange (01992 442992) 6 MAY THE CHARLESTON CHASERS Hot swing music from the roaring twenties and thirties. Hertford Theatre (01992 531500) 7 MAY KIMMIE RHODES Texan country singer-songwriter. Civic Theatre, Bedford (01234 269519) 8 MAY DE HAVILLAND PHILHARMONIC World Premiere of Elfyn Jones' new work in its entirety - Symphony No 1: The Journey, plus Dvorak Symphony No. 9.

University of Hertfordshire Galleries, Hatfield Campus, College Lane, Hatfield (01707 281127) 8 MAY MIRANDA SYKES & REX PRESTON Folk. Hitchin Folk Club, The Sun Hotel, Hitchin (01462 812391) 8 MAY SYLVIA RAE TRACEY Jazz. Herts Jazz, Campus West, Welwyn Garden City (01707 357117) 10 MAY TONY CHRISTIE Tony has sold over 10 million records around the world with hits such as Is This The Way To Amarillo, and this year celebrates his 50th year in the music industry. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 12 MAY SHADES OF SWING Big band swing. The Lansdowne Club, New Bedford Road, Luton (01582 702553) 12 MAY JAZZ FM LIVE The JazzFM All Stars, a band made up of the greatest UK Jazz, Blues & Soul players, will perform some of the most loved Jazz classics of all time. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 12 MAY LARRY GARNNER AND THE NORMAN BEAKER BAND Louisiana bluesman. Hertford Theatre (01992 531500)

13 MAY ADRIAN EDMONDSON & THE BAD SHEPHERDS Led by the actor/comedian, The Bad Shepherds play punk songs on folk instruments. Not as a gag, but because they really like the sound. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 13 MAY ULTIMATE EAGLES Tribute.

Plinston Hall, Letchworth (01462 672003) 14 MAY LOS PACAMINOS FEATURING PAUL YOUNG Tex-Mex outfit led by one of the UK's finest and best loved vocalists. Some of the best musicians in the business present an mix of Tex-Mex classics, Spanish songs and original material. Hertford Corn Exchange (01992 442992) 14 MAY HERTFORD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Mendelssohn, Sibelius, Shostakovich. Hertford Theatre (01992 531500) 14 MAY HITCHIN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Arne, Elgar, Boyce. St Mary's Church, Hitchin (01462 458614) 15 MAY CHRIS & KELLIE WHILE Folk.

Hitchin Folk Club, The Sun Hotel, Hitchin (01462 812391) 15 MAY MARK ARMSTRONG QUARTET Jazz. Herts Jazz, Campus West, Welwyn Garden City (01707 357117) 18 MAY PHILLIP HENRY AND HANNAH MARTIN Folk. Baldock and Letchworth Folk Club, The Orange Tree, Baldock.

19 MAY THE BARRON KNIGHTS Music and comedy. Gordon Graig Theatre, Stevenage (01438 363200) 20 MAY THE ROCKIN’ BERRIES 60s rock ‘n’roll greats. Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 20 MAY DREADZONE Dub. Civic Theatre, Bedford (01234 269519) 20 MAY THE NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA Top jazz. Court Theatre at Pendley, Tring (07543 560478) 20 MAY SUPER TROUPER Abba tribute.

Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 21 MAY BEDFORDSHIRE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Delius, Holst, Vaughan Williams.

Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 21 MAY MORRISTON ORPHEUS Welsh male voice choir. Grove Theatre, Dunstable (01582 602080) 21 MAY AN EVENING OF WORLD MUSIC Randolph Matthews (African Soul/Vocal Percussion) and flamenco guitarist Byron Johnston. Letchworth Arts Centre (01462 670788) 22 MAY JOE D'URSO AND STONE CARAVAN New York-based roots rock band.

Howard Room, Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 22 MAY PETE MORTON + JOE TOPPING Folk. Hitchin Folk Club, The Sun Hotel, Hitchin (01462 812391) 22 MAY JIM HART TRIO Jazz. Herts Jazz, Campus West, Welwyn Garden City (01707 357117)

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24 MAY PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA Beethoven, Mendelssohn. Bedford Corn Exchange (01234 269519) 26 MAY HURRAY FOR THE RIFF RAFF American contemporary country folk band. Civic Theatre, Bedford (01234 269519) 26 MAY MUD MORGANFIELD Blues.

The Forum, Hatfield (01707 285000) 27 MAY ZODIAC MINDWARP Classic '80s glam rock shockers. Esquires, Bedford (01234 340120) 28 MAY ELIZA CARTHY BAND The daughter of Martin Carthy and Norma Waterson - and the new star of British folk - playing traditional English folk music at its best. Hertford Corn Exchange (01992 442992) 28 MAY TRING CHAMBER MUSIC Handel, Ravel, Beethoven, Pärt. The Church of St John the Baptist, Aldbury, Tring (01442 822732) 29 MAY GIGSPANNER Folk. Hitchin Folk Club, The Sun Hotel, Hitchin (01462 812391) 29 MAY NATHANIEL FACEY QUARTET Jazz. Herts Jazz, Campus West, Welwyn Garden City (01707 357117) 31 MAY DORIC QUARTET Bartók, Haydn, Schubert. Benslow Music Trust, Little Benslow Hills, Hitchin (01462 459446)

ART & EXHIBITIONS 1 MAY CHRISTINA PATTISON: OLD BEGINNINGS The Sea, in all its simplicity and complexity, is the main focus in this show. The artist will also be showing ceramics in bold, bright colours. Courtyard Arts, Port Vale, Hertford (01992 509596) 1 - 2 MAY THE THAMES WHALE STORY On 19 January 2006, a six-metre-long whale swam up theThames. Despite human efforts, the northern bottlenose whale died towards the end of a rescue attempt, under the gaze of the world’s media. In our new year’s temporary exhibition you can get up close to the incredible skeleton and hear the whale’s story, from its origins and very public death to what happened next and what we can learn from it.

Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring (020 7942 6171) 1 - 2 MAY COURTYARD ARTS Annual Open Exhibition. Hertford Theatre (01992 509596) 1 - 2 MAY WOBURN ARTBEAT An annual project, now in its second year, when the traders of Woburn and Woburn Abbey join together to promote high quality original art by turning the village of Woburn into an art gallery with a sculpture exhibition in the 36 acre garden at Woburn Abbey. Woburn (01525 290996) 1 - 22 MAY HERTS FOTO FORUM PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW Work by a group of local photographers, incorporating a retrospective of work by Gordon Raisin, former headmaster of St Peters School, and a display of work by invited photography students from the sixth forms of local schools. Museum of St Albans (01727 819340)

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Herts & Beds 1 - 26 MAY TRUCK ART Inspired by the Pakistani 'folk art' tradition, a group of Lutonian's teamed up with artists from the UK and Pakistan to create their own decorated Vauxhall Bedford truck. Come and see it take shape in the gallery. Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton (01582 548600) 1 MAY - 30 SEPT MOORE AT HATFIELD Moore at Hatfield will show the largest collection of Henry Moore’s Monumental works ever exhibited in the grounds of an historic house. Hatfield House (01707 287010) 1 MAY - 30 OCT HENRY MOORE: PLASTERS Until recently, plasters made by sculptors have been seen as a means to an end, rather than as works in their own right. This is the first exhibition to show the way in which that perception is changing. Curated by Anita Feldman, Head of Collections and Exhibitions, Henry Moore: Plasters has been in preparation for four years, allowing Foundation conservators the opportunity to restore plaster originals for some of Moore's most iconic works. This selection spans three decades, with many sculptures being displayed for the first time in the UK, a stone's throw from the studios in which they were made. The Henry Moore Foundation, Perry Green (01279 844108) 3 - 27 MAY SEVEN IN FOCUS Fine art images from seven award-winning Hertfordshire photographers. Letchworth Arts Centre (01462 670788) 16 MAY - 6 NOV THE SECRET WORLD OF MUSEUM SCIENCE From feather forensics to digging up dodos, discover what goes on behind the scenes in our amazing bird research collections in this fascinating exhibition. Explore the way in which long-dead museum specimens can spark brand new discoveries and be surprised by our scientists and their storie. Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring (020 7942 6171) 20 MAY - 10 JULY AVIVA LEEMAN: PUBLIC OPENING 2009 Eastern Approaches winner, Aviva Leeman, seeks out the hidden, the forgotten and the overlooked in the social history archives, to create new work for the gallery space sited at the heart of the museum.

Museum of St Albans (01707 284290) 21 MAY - 5 JUNE TRING SPRING FAYRE PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION Winning shots from this year’s local photography

competition, organised by Tring Together, in association with Tring Photographic Society.

Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring (020 7942 6171)

SPECIAL EVENTS 1 MAY SPRING AIR SHOW A fantastic line up of historic aircraft from the world famous Shuttleworth Collection. The Shuttleworth Collection, Shuttleworth (Old Warden) Aerodrome, Nr. Biggleswade (01767 627927) 1 - 2 MAY THE BEDFORDSHIRE CLASSIC MOTOR SHOW A stunning display of up to 1500 classic cars plus lots of fun activities and children’s amusements make this the perfect family day out. Plus visitors receive discounted entry to Woburn Abbey and Woburn Safari Park. Woburn Abbey. 10am-5pm.

(01525 290333) 1 - 2 MAY BALDOCK BEER FESTIVAL Real ales, 20 ciders and 10 continental lagers.

Live music Fri eve, and from 1pm Sat & Sun. Brandles School, Weston Way, Baldock. 511pm Fri, 12-11pm Sat, 12-10.30pm Sun. 1 - 2 MAY THE HERTS GARDEN SHOW Everything for gardeners with over 100 exhibitors including several Hampton Court and Chelsea participants, floral and craft marquees, demonstrations, plus a large range of plants and products on display and for sale. Knebworth House, Knebworth, Stevenage. 11am-5pm.

(01438 812661) 1 - 2 MAY MILTON KEYNES GARDEN SHOW Discover new plants, gain new ideas and receive advice from the growers. The Natioal Bowl, Milton Keynes. 10.30am5.30pm.

1 - 2 MAY MAY DAY WEEKEND A family fun day with children's May pole, Morris dancers, Hog roast and beer tent on the front lawn.

Hanbury Manor, Ware. (01920 885011) 1 - 15 MAY BALDOCK FESTIVAL Community event providing a fortnight of events for a variety of ages and tastes. Baldock. www.baldockfestival.org 2 MAY MAY DAY CELEBRATIONS Maypole Dancing & Country Dancing. British Schools Museum, Hitchin (01462 420144) 5 - 8 MAY FESTIVAL OF LIVING CRAFTS This vibrant and inspiring show promotes the very best of British craft. The unique

skills of our designer-makers are celebrated, from innovative new ideas to rural heritage crafts, with all crafts being handmade by the designers in Great Britain. Artisan food producers also exhibit from the makers of waxed vintage Cheddars, handmade preserves to cordials, English wines and handmade chocolates and fudges. The show features very popular lectures, demonstrations and workshops with a lively creative ambience of jazz and brass bands, traditional dancing, outdoor exhibits and children's storytelling and workshops. Hatfield House.

10am-5pm. (0239 286 3871) 6 - 8 MAY BIG BANG CAMPER & BUS SHOW VW festival in conjunction with Volksworld Camper and Bus magazine. VW drag racing, music, Show n Shine, traders and a chilled out family atmosphere. Santa Pod Raceway, Podington (01234 782828) 7 - 8 MAY AEROMODEL WEEKEND Mayfly Aeromodel weekend. with the emphasis on vintage models in all three disciplines. i.e.Radio, Free Flight & Control Line, all with concourse and display trophies. The Shuttleworth Collection, Shuttleworth (Old Warden) Aerodrome, Nr. Biggleswade (01767 627927) 7 MAY TRING SPRING FAYRE FAMILY FUN DAY Stalls, displays, activities, fun for kids, tower tours and more. St Peter & St Paul Parish Church, Tring. 10am-4pm.

7 - 8 MAY STOTFOLD MILL STEAM & COUNTRY SHOW Exciting arena attractions plus the wall of death, vintage fair rides, including dodgems, skid, steam yachts, big wheel, gallopers, cakewalk. Steam engines, classic cars, and cycles. Have-a-go archery and clay shoot.

Free Kids Zone with Spongebob bouncy castle, Scooby Doo castle, gladiator joust and giant games. Craft Marquee, outside trade stands, food court, live music and licensed bar.

Mill open both days, milling demonstration.

Stotfold Watermill & Nature Reserve, Mill Lane, Stotfold. 10.30am-5pm. (01462 734541) 13 - 14 MAY BEDFORD: BAMBERG SPRING FEST 2011 Over 40 different German Beers, Wines, Schnapps and authentic German BBQ. Harpur Suite, Bedford (01234 344813) 13 MAY MUSEUMS AT NIGHT - GHOST TOUR & BAT WALK Friday 13th offers a unique opportunity to tour the House at night and hear the tales, old and recent, recounting

27 - 30 MAY THE MAIN EVENT Incredible FIA European Drag Racing Championships event including UEM Drag Bikes. Televised action from Europe’s premier Drag Racing Championships attracting over 250 of the top drag racing teams including Top Fuel Dragster plus jet cars, stunts, monster trucks, traders and more family entertainment, including the Red Arrows, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, The Royal Artillery Parachute Team and much more. Santa Pod Raceway, Podington

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the incidents that we cannot explain. Followed by a walk in the gardens to observe bat activity.

Knebworth House (01438 812661) 14 MAY SPRING EVENING AIR SHOW Flying starts 5.30pm. The Shuttleworth Collection, Shuttleworth (Old Warden) Aerodrome, Nr. Biggleswade (01767 627927) 14 MAY TRING SPRING FAYRE MARKET Stalls, displays, activities, fun for kids, tower tours and more. Market Place, Tring. 9am1pm.

14 MAY ALTERNATIVE ENERGY RACING DAY Alternative fuel and zero emission drag racing showcase with competition classes.

Santa Pod Raceway, Podington (01234 782828) 15 MAY PERFORMANCE, TUNING & MODIFIED SHOW The event for serious performance enthusiasts - open to all cars. Public RWYB, Jap Drag Series, Euro Sports Compact Series, Show n Go and more. Santa Pod Raceway, Podington (01234 782828) 21 MAY VINTAGE CAR DAY Vintage and classic cars. The Shuttleworth Collection, Shuttleworth (Old Warden) Aerodrome, Nr. Biggleswade (01767 627927) 22 MAY WALSWORTH FESTIVAL Popular annual family festival with lots of attractions for young and old. Walsworth Common.

11am-4pm. (01462 624369) 27 - 30 MAY THE MAIN EVENT - FIA EUROPEAN DRAG RACING CHAMPIONSHIPS See panel. Santa Pod Raceway, Podington (01234 782828) 28 - 30 MAY WREST PARK GARDEN SHOW Exhibitors from all over the country displaying and offering their specialist garden products for sale in the idyllic setting of Wrest Park Gardens. Plus Craft & Design Marquee.

Wrest Park, Silsoe (01223 582700) 28 - 30 MAY HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY SHOW Large annual show with lots of arena events, side shows, crafts, food, animal shows and competitions, trade stands and lots more. The Showground, Dunstable Road, Redbourn. 9am-5.30pm. (0844 850 2122) 30 MAY LUTON CARNIVAL Over 100,000 people are expected to attend Britain’s biggest one day carnival - the only event in the town where you will find a blend of Caribbean, African, Asian, English, Latin American and Irish sounds and a variety of dance, food and entertainment all on the same day, superbly reflecting the diverse mix of cultures in Luton. Luton.

Noon-7pm.(01582 878100) 30 MAY MINI AND VW CAR SHOW Two show in one with the best of British and German engineering with Minis from 1959 to date and VWs from the oldest Beetle through to the newest Golf. All complete with an arena, commentator, trade stands and autojumble.

Knebworth House. 11am-5pm. (01438 812661) 30 MAY TODDINGTON OPEN GARDENS A large number of gardens will be open including Toddington Manor. Toddington.

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Sat 7th & Sun 8th May The Stoke Goldington Steam Rally and Country Fayre is one of the largest events in the area. This year visitors will be able to enjoy a full size replica Spitfire, and a Flyover on Saturday by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Spitfire & Dakota. At the Steam Rally there’s plenty of opportunity to take a ride on a steam engine. Classic vehicle displays include commercial and military vehicles, classic cars, car clubs and motorcycles, and there's a large indoor craft fayre offering a wide selection of quality fine arts and crafts. All the rural craft displays are interactive, so you can have a go at thatching, bodging, spinning, net making, clog making, and much more.

Throughout the Fayre there's a team of entertainers to keep children and adults amused, and plenty of rides and activities for the kids to try.

There’s also an oldtyme variety show, a traditional fire eater, the Riverboat Days Jazz Band and a host of other walkabout entertainers.

Around 100 market and trade stalls line the route from the entrance gate to the main arena, and there’s more shopping to be had in the huge tented village, where there are fine arts, needlecraft, country crafts and homemade food for sale. www.stokegoldington-steamrally.co.uk

Stoke Goldington Steam Rally & Country Fayre is set in farmland in the heart of Stoke Goldington, about five miles north of Newport Pagnell, Bucks on the B526. Open from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday (last entry is 4pm). www.stokegoldingtonsteamrally.co.uk

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Here’s a few great events you can enjoy in East Cambs this summer...

Swaffham Bulbeck Summer Theatre presents Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Sorcerer on 8 11 June at Downing Farm Barn, Station Road Swaffham Bulbeck. Call 01638 745490 for tickets.

Cambridge Voices, one of this country's finest and most innovative choirs, celebrates their 25th anniversary this year with a performance of Handel’s Messiah, complete and unabridged, at Ely Cathedral on 29 August. Call 01353 660349 for tickets.

The 26th Ely Folk Festival Despite being in its 26th year, the festival has retained its reputation for seeing great music acts in an intimate, family friendly environment. This year’s line-up includes Heidi Talbot (above), Little Johnny England, The Men They Couldn’t Hang, Martin Simpson Band, Dervish, Rory McLeod, Shooglenifty and Johnny Dickenson. Plys workshops, dancing, entertainment and food. Camping is available.

8-10 July, Ely Outdoor Centre. Tickets: 01353 669985 www.elyfolk.co.uk

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The Pantaloons will be performing Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales in the open-air at Anglesey Abbey and Gardens, Lode on 18 June. Tickets: 01223 810080

Ely's Summer of Music in Jubilee Gardens Enjoy a variety of free music to suit all tastes on Saturday afternoons during the summer, 2-5pm. Bands include Chuck Cash & The Fenland Cowboys (left) with their unique brand of Fenland Country Rock (“Crockery”!) on 14 August and semi-acoustic folk and soul from Redhouse Radio on 24 July.

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Based on the shores of the UK's finest inland sailing venue, Grafham Water Centre provides an exciting environment to learn in. The Centre has offered high quality tuition in adventurous activities for over 40 years and now benefits from a £3.5m redevelopment with improved facilities, better disabled access and new accommodation.

They offer a range of taster sessions, courses, weekend and holiday activities for adults and young people from RYA courses in sailing, windsurfing or powerboat driving skills to a host of different activities including climbing, BCU paddlesports, archery, orienteering and mountain biking. So whether you want to fine tune your skills or try something new, call them on 01480 810521or check out the website at www.grafham-water-centre.co.uk

Don’t miss the 1940s Farm and Country Fair at the Farmland Museum & Denny Abbey on Sunday 29 and Monday 30 May. At this great family day out you can enjoy free heavy horse and car rides around the farm, 1940s re-enactors from Classworks Theatre plus their very own Winston Churchill, Birds of prey from the Raptor Foundation, 1940s maypole dancing and traditional games, Madrigal singing, Eel-net making demonstrations with eel-catcher Peter Carter, Willow weaving demonstrations, Real ale stall, Traditional cheese making stall, and there’s a chance to try out 1940s hairstyles and 1940s costumes with Classworks Costumes. Ely Road, Waterbeach. 10.30am - 5pm, Adults £5.50, Concessions £4.50, Children over 5 £3.50, Family Ticket £16. Free car parking. Cafe and shop open. 01223 860988

Woodhouse Farm Park in the heart of the Cambridgeshire Fens is a working farm and has been home to the Flint family for five generations. Pop along for their May Day Fun Day, when you can enjoy lots of shows, exhibitions and activities, with all profits going to Help for Heroes. Jew House Drove, Friday Bridge, Wisbech 01945 860309 www.woodhousefarmpark.co.uk

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THEATRE & SHOWS 1 MAY SPELLBOUND Musical presented by students from Stage Stars Theatre Academy. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 2 MAY MAGIC OF THE DANCE Irish dance spectacular. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 3 MAY DAN CLARK Best known as lovable rogue Don Danbury in the BBC3 sitcom How Not to Live Your Life and Johnny Two Hats in The Mighty Boosh - Dan Clark finally takes his unique brand of comedy on the road. The show combines his brilliant observational stand-up routines with the occasional hysterical song.

The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 3 MAY MICKY FLANAGAN Micky draws on his East End background as he ruthlessly deconstructs the Cockney Myth with razor sharp observational wit. The Cresset, Peterborough (01733 265705) 3 - 7 MAY JOHN CLEESE See panel.

Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 3 - 7 MAY JOURNEY’S END Olivier-nominated, Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning

production based on R.C Sherriff’s classic novel.

Cambridge Arts Theatre (01223 503333) 3 - 7 MAY ANNIE The award-winning musical about the little orphan girl featuring songs such as Tomorrow and It’s a Hard Knock Life, starring Su Pollard and David McAlistar.

Broadway Theatre, Peterborough (0844 8500850) 3 - 7 MAY ROMEO & JULIET Shakespeare’s love story re-set in 1948, presented by Cambridge University Amateur Dramatic Club. ADC Theatre, Cambridge (01223 300085) 3 - 7 MAY AGRIPPINA Cambridge Handel Opera perform a fully-staged production of Handel's opera. West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge (01223 300085) 4 MAY AN AUDIENCE WITH IMRAN YUSUF Star of Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Imran Yusuf hits the road for his eagerly awaited debut tour. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 4 - 7 MAY MUSICALITY BTEC Performing Arts students perform songs from the shows.

Angles Theatre, Wisbech (01945 474447)

3 - 7 MAY JOHN CLEESE For the first time ever, comedy legend and the most senile member of Monty Python will be bringing his ‘Alimony Tour’ to the UK. From writing to starring in plays, musicals, theatrical and comedy productions, to films and sitcoms, Cleese has done it all, and now it’s time for him to tell you about his jam-packed life.

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5 MAY SIMON MUNNERY Award-winning stand-up comedy. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 5 MAY CHEKHOV’S SHORTS A selection of short plays presented by the European Arts Company. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 6 MAY DOM JOLY See panel. The Cresset, Peterborough (01733 265705) 6 MAY ‘WELCOME’ TO AFGHANISTAN! Monkey Poet presents a double bill of Edinburgh shows. Commemoration Hall, High Street, Huntingdon (01480 388688) 6 MAY HA HA HOLMES The Ha Ha Boys present ‘The Beast Of The Blistervilles’. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 6 MAY JESTERLARK COMEDY CLUB Stand-up comedy. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 6 - 7 MAY BOUNCERS John Godber comedy presented by St Neots Players. Buckden Millennium Community Centre, Burberry Road, Buckden (0758 5211 401) 8 MAY I HAVE A DREAM 120 Theatretrain students from Cambridge and King's Lynn present their bi-annual local production. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 9 - 14 MAY AVENUE Q Hilarious and uproariously entertaining, with a terrific batch of songs performed by a cast of hugely talented performers and puppets, Avenue Q is a musical like no other. Cambridge Arts Theatre (01223 503333) 10 - 14 MAY ALL MY SONS Arthur Miller’s story of forbidden love, loyalty, guilt and the corrupting power of greed. ADC Theatre, Cambridge (01223 300085) 11 MAY UNCAGED MONKEYS The first ever national science tour celebrating the universe and many of the wonders that lie within it. The finest names in science broadcasting Robin Ince, Professor Brian Cox, Simon SIngh and Dr Ben Goldacre - gather together to talk of dark matter, black holes, Bonobo apes, the big bang and anything else they can cram into two hours. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 11 MAY JOHNNIE WALKER’S MUSICAL MILESTONES The veteran radio DJ and broadcaster hits the road with his brand new show that tells the story of his life and times in Radio and the music that has influenced him from the 1960’s to the present day. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 11 MAY LOOK BACK IN ANGER Creative Cow presents a dynamic new production of John Osborne's masterpiece. Mumford Theatre, Cambridge (0845 196 2320) 12 MAY DIE FLEDERMAUS This entirely new, saucy, production is directed – with his own new translation – by Jeff Clarke, and designed by Gabriella Csanyi-Wills. Broadway Theatre, Peterborough (0844 8500850) 12 MAY SALLY MORGAN TV’s psychic medium. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851)

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6 MAY DOM JOLY One of the UK’s most innovative comedians.

For the last ten years, since his multi-award winning TV hit, Trigger Happy TV, Dom Joly has lead the most extraordinary of lives. In this laugh-out-loud show, Dom talks us through the perils of skiing down volcanoes, holidaying in Chernobyl and North Korea, trying to fly across the Grand Canyon strapped to an 8 foot rocket, being arrested in Switzerland while dressed as a yeti, and eating from Gillian McKeith’s pants while imprisoned in the Australian jungle. In this highly original show, Dom attempts to make sense of it all with the aid of some very peculiar holiday snaps. The Cresset, Peterborough

13 MAY TANGO FIRE Argentina’s hottest dance show features ten sensational dancers including three world Tango champions, accompanied by Quatrotango, a quartet of brilliant musicians and one of Argentina's finest young singers. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 13 MAY CHRIS RAMSEY & GARETH RICHARDS Stand-up comedy. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 13 - 14 MAY THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD Tall Stories Theatre Company bring Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation.

Broadway Theatre, Peterborough (0844 8500850) 13 - 14 MAY HAMLET: PRINCE OF DENMARK Shakespeare’s iconic play vividly brought to life by Icarus Theatre Collective. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 14 MAY SHAOLIN WARRIORS This breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu Show vividly depicts the rarely seen Kung Fu masters’ feats of agility, strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous martial arts training. The show is an extravaganza, with gorgeous scenery, atmospheric music, beautiful lights, and hundreds of costumes. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851)

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14 MAY MICKY FLANAGAN See 3 May. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 15 MAY NOT SO GRIMM FAIRY TALES An energetic, colourful, laugh-a-minute show, with music, surprises, a touch of magic and lots of fun for all the family. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 16 - 18 MAY I MET A MAN WHO WASN’T THERE A supernatural thriller starring Casualty’s Cathy Shipton. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 16 - 21 MAY THE PITMEN PAINTERS The award-winning original production direct from the National Theatre and Broadway is a humorous, deeply moving and timely look at art, class and politics. Cambridge Arts Theatre (01223 503333) 17 - 21 MAY ARCADIA Widely considered to be Tom Stoppard's finest play. ADC Theatre, Cambridge (01223 300085) 17 - 21 MAY BLACKADDER The TV comedy adapted for the stage, presented by The Flatlands Comedy Club. Angles Theatre, Wisbech (01945 474447) 19 MAY FOGGY & WHIT A chance to get up close and personal with two legends of motorbike racing. The Cresset, Peterborough (01733 265705) 19 - 21 MAY HORRIBLE HISTORIES Using actors and groundbreaking 3D special effects, these two astounding shows – The Awful Egyptians and The Ruthless Romans – are guaranteed to thrill you and your children.

Broadway Theatre, Peterborough (0844 8500850) 20 MAY SIMON EVANS Stand-up comedy.

The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 21 MAY SALON ROUGE A night of sensational burlesque with Kiki Kaboom and The Flexi Princess plus an eclectic mix of music from the 40s, 50s and present day. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 23 - 25 MAY DIRTY DUSTING A Comedy about ‘Over the Hill Cleaners’ who start ‘Talking Dirty’ and end up ‘Filthy Rich’! Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 24 - 28 MAY DIDO AND AENEAS/ AENEAS IN HELL Anglia Opera present Purcell’s opera and a world premiere by Paul Griffiths devised as a prequel. Mumford Theatre, Cambridge (0845 196 2320)

25 - 28 MAY PREPARE TO MEET THY TOMB An irresistible combination of spoof and baffling murder mystery. ADC Theatre, Cambridge (01223 300085) 27 MAY DAN ANTOPOLSKI + ANDY ZALTZMAN Top stand-up comedy. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 27 MAY AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE Direct from London's West End, tantalising yet tasteful, camp and colourful, this fascinating art form is brought to life for your delectation.

Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 27 MAY COMEDY CLUB Top stand-up. The Cresset, Peterborough (01733 265705) 28 MAY THE TWIST An electrifying West End style show bringing you the greatest musical stars from the 50s & 60s. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 31 MAY - 4 JUNE THE BLUES BROTHERS Featuring cast members from the original hit West End run, this all-new show brings you all those amazing, favourite and classic moments and more; including a brand new set, new twists, new moves, new songs – and freshly laundered suits! Broadway Theatre, Peterborough (0844 8500850)

MUSIC 1 MAY THE ORIGINAL BUCKS FIZZ See panel. Broadway Theatre, Peterborough (0844 8500850) 1 MAY ARONOWITZ ENSEMBLE Seven outstanding young international artists with a passion for exploring and performing chamber music. Kings College Chapel, King's College, Cambridge (01223 331212) 3 MAY JAMES FAGAN & NANCY KERR Folk. St Neots Folk Club, Priory Centre, St Neots (01234 376278) 6 MAY CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY CEILIDH BAND Music and traditional dance.

St Andrews Church Hall, Chesterton, Cambridge (01223 518140) 6 MAY THE HAMSTERS PLAY JIMI HENDRIX Amazing blues/rock tribute. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 6 MAY TRIBUTE TO UB40 Reggae tribute. The Brook, Soham (01353 721748)

7 MAY GIGSPANNER Folk. Acoustic Routes, CB2 Basement, Norfolk Street, Cambridge. 8.30pm on the door.

7 MAY RAYMOND FROGGATT Popular country singer-songwriter. The Brook, Soham (01353 721748) 7 MAY NICK HARPER Son of legendary Roy Harper, Nick Harper is a folk troubadour, an acoustic balladeer - with a touch of rock 'n' roll on the side. The Haymakers, Cambridge (01223 312899) 7 MAY SPRINGTIME SCHUBERTIADE Ralph Woodward and Full Score present a charming evening devoted to the passionate music of Franz Schubert. St Edward's Church, Cambridge. 7pm on the door.

7 MAY HUNTINGDONSHIRE PHILHARMONIC Brahms, Sibelius.

Hinchingbrooke Performing Arts Centre, Huntingdon (07940 785980) 7 MAY TALON - THE BEST OF THE EAGLES Tribute. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 8 MAY PETER DOHERTY Inspired, iconic, troubled singer and guitarist with acclaimed indie/punk/rock'n'roll band The Libertines. After a career filled with potholes, Doherty is finally seeking a peaceful life while concentrating on his solo career. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 10 MAY OLLY MURS The popular X-Factor runner-up performs hits such as Thinking Of Me. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 10 MAY SETH LAKEMAN The spirit of the rock band meets the timeless and heartfelt subject matter of the folk tale in a blur of fiddle, acoustic guitar and foot-stomping rhythms, with Seth’s unmistakable vocals riding the wave. Peterborough Cathedral (01733 452336) 10 MAY SPIERS & BODEN One of the most popular duos on the vibrant English folk scene. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 10 MAY JEREMY TAYLOR Folk. St Neots Folk Club, Priory Centre, St Neots (01234 376278) 10 MAY BLACK SPIDERS + JAPANESE VOYEURS Rock. The Haymakers, Cambridge (01223 312899)

1 MAY THE ORIGINAL BUCKS FIZZ Unbelieveably, it’s 30 years since Bucks Fizz won the Eurovision Song Contest, making their current tour a special one. Three of the original members - Cheryl Baker, Mike Nolan and Jay Aston - feature in this line-up as they perform all their hits and lots more - songs such as The Land of Make Believe, The Camera Never Lies, Piece of the Action, and, of course, the Eurovision winner, Making Your Mind Up. Broadway Theatre, Peterborough

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11 MAY WARPAINT Female experimental art rock group from Los Angeles. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 12 MAY DEVLIN An unbounded talent in the grime scene, renowned for his boisterous, rapidfire lyrics and gritty blistering productions. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 12 MAY GRUPO LOKITO Grupo Lokito reconnects Latin and Congolese music in an exuberant explosion of sound. Cuban Rumba was a hot trend in West-African music in the 50s, and the group brings this style back to life with their own fresh take on it. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 12 MAY TODD MILLER & THE JOE LOSS ORCHESTRA Top big band swing. The Brook, Soham (01353 721748) 13 MAY SHOW OF HANDS + MIRANDA SYKES England’s finest acoustic roots duo. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 13 MAY FITZWILLIAM QUARTET Karl Jenkins' Requiem + Andrew Carter's Laudate Dominum. Fitzwilliam College Auditorium, Cambridge (01223 300085) 13 MAY ANDY CLARKE WITH MARY HUMPHREYS AND ANAHATA Folk.

Cambridge Folk Club, The Golden Hind, Cambridge (01638 603986) 13 MAY COCKTAIL JAZZ SWING Swing band. Angles Theatre, Wisbech (01945 474447) 13 MAY RED MICK Simply Red tribute. The Brook, Soham (01353 721748) 14 MAY EMERGE NME RADAR TOUR New music showcase hedlined by Anna Calvi with her unique blend of dark, atmospheric, romantic pop, + Grouplove. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 14 MAY GEVA ALON + ANA SILVERA + GIL KARPAS Triple bill of singer-songwriters. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 14 MAY RED - SIMPLY Simply Red tribute.

Broadway Theatre, Peterborough (0844 8500850) 14 MAY ST IVES CHORAL SOCIETY Elgar, Grainger, Vaughan Williams. The Free Church, St Ives. 7.30pm on the door.

14 MAY ENGLISH MOZART ENSEMBLE Concert by Candlelight. Church of St Mary the Virgin, St Neots (0870 243 0615) 14 MAY STRIKE UP THE BANDS! Massed bands spectacular to celebrate Huntingdonshire Concert Band's 18th birthday.

Hinchingbrooke Performing Arts Centre, Huntingdon (01480 811027) 14 MAY CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Mozart, Shostakovich. West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge (01223 365110) 15 MAY GLENN HUGHES Former lead singer and bassist of Trapeze and Deep Purple.

The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 15 MAY SOLOISTS OF THE LONDON PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Mozart, Strauss, Schubert. Cambridge Union Society, Cambridge (01223 357851)

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16 MAY THE ALARM Welsh rockers with hits such as 68 Guns. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 17 MAY ADAM ANT & THE GOOD, THE MAD AND THE LOVELY POSSE Adam Ant is hitting the road for his first full UK tour in over 15 years to the delight of his many fans all over the world backed by his new band. Expect a greatest hits set including Prince Charming, Beat My Guest, Antmusic, Stand and Deliver, and Goody Two Shoes plus new material. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 17 MAY STEVE ASHLEY Folk. St Neots Folk Club, Priory Centre, St Neots (01234 376278) 18 MAY NOAH AND THE WHALE Energetic popsters from London whose proficient songs and live sets employ beautiful harmonies and elements of folk and bluegrass to good effect. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 18 MAY THE ROYAL AIR FORCE IN CONCERT The Central Band of the Royal Air Force take to the Cathedral stage and delight with performances of music from celebrated classical English composers such as Walton, Elgar, Arnold and Holst. Ely Cathedral (0800 107 1940) 18 MAY ORKESTRA DEL SOL The swagger of a Balkan wedding band; the riotous energy of Latin carnival – Orkestra del Sol’s music is globally inspired; but distilled in Scotland. Their delightful reinvention of the brass band takes diverse influences - ska, porro, Balkan brass, klezmer and funk. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 18 MAY UISCEDWR Contemporary folk music from across the globe. Ely Folk Club, The Lamb Hotel, Lynn Road, Ely (01353 740999) 18 MAY SZYMANOWSKI QUARTET Haydn, Beethoven, Szymanowski. West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge (01223 357851) 19 MAY FERNANDO’S KITCHEN Modern Flamenco Latin and North African music. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 20 MAY MAN MUST DIE Scottish technical death metal band. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 20 MAY ROY ORBISON & FRIENDS Rock ‘n’ roll tribute. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 20 MAY LET’S ZEP Tribute. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 20 MAY RUTH NOTMAN Folk. Cambridge Folk Club, The Golden Hind, Cambridge (01638 603986) 21 MAY MARTY WILDE & THE WILDCATS British rock ‘n’ roll great. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 21 MAY SOLID SILVER SIXTIES SHOW Concert with Dave Berry, Chris Farlowe, Wayne Fontana, and Terry Sylvester, formerly of The Hollies, all backed by Vanity Fare and The Merseybeats. Cambridge Corn Exchange (01223 357851) 21 MAY CITY OF CAMBRIDGE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Poulenc, Debussy, Berlioz. West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge (01223 357851)

21 MAY CLIVE GREGSON + PAVLOV’S CAT Acoustic. Acoustic Routes, CB2 Basement, Norfolk Street, Cambridge.

8.30pm on the door.

22 MAY LADIES OF COUNTRY Country music concert featuring the legendary Billie Jo Spears, plus Lena Martell and Philomena Begley.

Broadway Theatre, Peterborough (0844 8500850) 22 MAY GENTLEMAN’S DUB CLUB 9piece dub, ska and roots reggae band. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 22 MAY THE SINFONIA OF CAMBRIDGE Mozart, Copland, Brahms. West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge (01223 357851) 23 MAY BRITTEN SINFONIA Joanna MacGregor piano/director with Arve Henriksen, trumpet. West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge (01223 357851) 24 MAY BRIAN PETERS Folk. St Neots Folk Club, Priory Centre, St Neots (01234 376278) 25 MAY ELIZA CARTHY Musician, singer, producer, multi-prize winner, scion of a UK folk royal family, Eliza Carthy is one of the UK’s preeminent modern musicians. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 25 MAY ENDELLION STRING QUARTET Dvorak, Haydn, Brahms. West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge (01223 503333) 26 MAY SYSTEM 7 + EAT STATIC A night of classic techno trance. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 26 MAY REAL DIAMOND Tribute. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 27 MAY IAIN BALLAMY'S ANORAK Jazz.

Cambridge Modern Jazz Club, Hidden Rooms, 7a Jesus Lane, Cambridge (01223 511511) 27 MAY LIMEHOUSE LIZZY Thin Lizzy tribute. Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 27 MAY JOHNNY MARKS + MASON DIXON Country music. The Brook, Soham (01353 721748) 28 MAY THINK FLOYD Pink Floyd1 tribute.

Key Theatre, Peterborough (01733 207239) 28 MAY THE HAFFNER REED TRIO Charity woodwind gala concert. West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge (01223 357851)

28 MAY DEVON SPROULE A fantastic folk-pop songwriter with an interest in jazz. The Junction, Cambridge (01223 511511) 29 MAY HARLEM GOSPEL CHOIR One of the world's most famous gospel choirs.

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ART & EXHIBITIONS 1 MAY SONIA LEWIS + PETER CAVACIUTI + NOEL GARNER Paintings and ceramics. The Old Fire Engine House, Ely (01353 662582) 1 - 2 MAY WITCH HUNT The witch is one of the most iconic and infamous characters from fairytale, folklore and fiction. Yet behind this image lies a true story of paranoia and persecution, one that led to the execution of some 50,000 European people - men as well as women - between 1500 and 1800.This exhibition focuses on a major witch-hunt which took place in East Anglia in 1645-7. Ely Museum (01353 666655) 1 - 5 MAY LOUISE STEBBING: WISBECH TO ARLES - TWINNED Breathtaking linocuts and paintings of both Wisbech and twin town Arles in France. ctavias View, South Brink, Wisbech. 9am-5pm MonSat. 1 - 8 MAY ARTISTS FOR KETTLE'S YARD Works donated by artists in aid of the Kettle's Yard Development Appeal. Kettle’s Yard, Cambridge (01223 748100) 1 - 12 MAY SHOW AND TELL: THE PICTUREBOOK MAKERS Celebrating ten years of Cambridge School of Art´s acclaimed MA Children´s Book Illustration programme, this exhibition features original artwork and preparatory sketchbooks by some of the bestknown artists in the field, including Axel Scheffler, Alexis Deacon, David Hughes, Kazuno Kohara and John Lawrence. Ruskin Gallery, Anglia Ruskin University, East Road, Cambridge.

1 - 14 MAY MIKE FLEMING: THE LIGHTER SIDE OF LIFE Attractive and amusing 'cartoon' scenes by local artist. St Neots Museum (01480 214163)

1 - 22 MAY NEW WORK BY LEE MADGWICK See panel. Byard Art, King’s Parade, Cambridge (01223 464646) 1 MAY - 5 JUNE CRAFT & DESIGN SHOWCASE A selling exhibition of the best of contemporary craft in the East Anglian region. Work will include vibrant and exciting contemporary ceramics, textiles, jewellery, prints, glass and wood. Babylon Gallery, Ely (01353 616991) 1 MAY - 5 JUNE ROB FILBY AND PHIL ROOT Two person exhibition. Wysing Arts Centre, Fox Road, Bourn (01954 718881) 1 MAY - 18 JUNE GREAT AND MANIFOLD BLESSINGS: THE MAKING OF THE KING JAMES BIBLE Exhibition arking the 400th anniversary of the publication of the King James Version of the Bible. Narrating the history of the translation of the Bible into English, the display includes beautiful printed volumes alongside unique manuscripts from the translating committees themselves. Cambridge University Library, West Road, Cambridge (01223 333000) 1 MAY - 25 JUNE APRIL IS THE CRUELLEST MONTH ... Exhibition inspired

by T.S. Eliot´s poem The Wasteland, bringing together artists and scientists. Combining cutting edge scientific cellular imaging and artistic vision, this show is an exploration and celebration of `dull roots´ with new potential. Artcell Gallery, Cancer Research Institute, Li Ka Shing Centre, Robinson Way, Cambridge (01223 404209) 1 MAY - 10 JULY ITALIAN DRAWINGS: HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE COLLECTION This exhibition celebrates the highlights of the Fitzwilliam's Italian Drawings collection. See works by some of the greatest Italian masters: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raphael, the Carracci, Guercino, Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese, Correggio and Parmigianino, Maratti, Passeri and many others. Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge (01223 332900) 1 MAY - 29 AUG ITALIAN ETCHINGS: THE DRAUGHTSMAN'S PRINT This exhibition of prints from the Fitzwilliam's collection features artists from the 16th to the 18th cen-

1 - 22 MAY NEW WORK BY LEE MADGWICK Artist Lee Madgwick has built up a considerable following for his quirky interpretations of urban and rural Britain, in particular scenes of East Anglia. Returning to Cambridge for his second solo show at Byard Art, Lee has expanded his repertoire to include haunting images of grand desolate houses, abandoned vehicles, summer meadows and graffiti laden streets. New bronze and iron resin figurative sculptures by Carol Peace will also be on show. Now based in Bristol, Carol grew up in Cambridge and went to Long Road Sixth Form College. Byard Art, King’s Parade, Cambridge. www.eastmag.com

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Cambs turies including Parmigianino, Guido Reni, Castiglione, Salvator Rosa, Giambattista Tiepolo and Canaletto. Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge (01223 332900) 1 MAY - 4 SEPT TREASURE UNDER YOUR FEET From a Bronze-Age torc and a Tudor jewel to Viking hack-silver and gold coins of the Civil War, Treasure Under Your Feet tells the story of various finds from the East of England that have contributed to our understanding of the life and times of our predecessors. Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge (01223 332900) 3 MAY - 5 JUNE REBECCA HARVEY + ISOBEL STEMP Ceramics and paintings. Old Fire Engine House, St Mary's Street, Ely (01353 662582) 5 - 29 MAY SHAZIA MAHMOOD + MICHAEL LYTHGOE Paintings + sculptures.

Cambridge Contemporary Art, Trinity Street, Cambridge (01223 324222) 14 MAY - 10 JULY ANDY HOLDEN The first major exhibition of Andy Holden´s work in the UK, bringing together sculptures and film, collages and ephemera alongside a programme of music performances. Holden is a young artist who first came to public attention with his exhibition `Pyramid Piece´ at Tate Britain in 2009.

Kettle’s Yard, Cambridge (01223 748100) 21 - 22 MAY CREATIVE BOOKMAKING WEEKEND WITH WENDY POOLE Design and print your end papers and covers.

Learn to fold, glue and bind to discover the creative potential of book arts. Suitable for artists of all abilities. Curwen Print Study Centre, Chilford Hall, Linton (01223 892380) 28 - 30 MAY DOUBLE TAKE Paintings by Jane Nash and Elaine Purcell. Wandlebury Country Park, Gog Magog Hills Estate, Babraham. 10am-5pm. (01223 243830) 28 MAY - 19 JUNE CAPTURING CAMBRIDGE 2011 Plus King's rhythm 2.

Byard Art, King’s Parade, Cambridge (01223 464646)

SPECIAL EVENTS EVERY SATURDAY ELY CRAFT AND COLLECTABLE MARKET Ely. 8am-2pm.

(01353 662062) EVERY SATURDAY HISTORIC PETERBOROUGH TOUR Peterborough Museum.

2-3.30pm. (01733 864663)

1 MAY ANTIQUES AND COLLECTORS FAIR Cottenham Village College. 10am3pm. (07535 503864) 1 - 2 MAY TRUCKFEST Massive truck show with Industry Manufacturers,over 1200 trucks on display including some of the best Custom, American & Classic/Vintage trucks, classic & vintage truck and tractor area, Saturday night fireworks and light parade, entertainment for weekend campers & Truckers, live Action Main Arena with the greatest stunt action plus Monster Truck madness! Special guests including Kara Tointon (Strictly Come Dancing 2010 Winner) on Sun, and Lacey Turner (aka Stacey Slater in Eastenders) on Mon. Plus hundreds of trade stalls, fun Fair, kids games, guest Fireman Sam, & inflatables. East of England Showground, Peterborough. 9am-5.30pm.

(01775 768661) 1 - 2 MAY ROMANO-BRITISH AND SAXON RE-ENACTMENT WEEKEND Battle re-enactors Brittania return with fifth century combat between the Romano-British and the Saxons. Flag Fen Archaeology Park, The Droveway, Northey Road, Peterborough (01733 313414) 1 - 2 MAY TREASURE HUNT Also includes wood walks, train rides, children’s trails. Dunham's Wood, Rodham Road, March. 2-5pm. (01354 652134) 2 MAY STILTON CHEESE ROLLING Cheese Rolling has become an annual event in Stilton and every May Day hundreds of villagers and visitors make their way to the main street to watch the teams battling for the honour of being called the 'Stilton Cheese Rolling Champions'. The event is also the village festival, and includes Maypole dancing, live music, 'Molly' dancing and other entertainment. There are side-shows, fairground rides, stalls, food and drink, and a concert in the evening. Stilton (02733 241206) 2 MAY MAY DAY MAY DAY Fun day with shows, exhibitions and activities, special guest Adam Henson from Country file, Sheep shearing, pig racing, Fairground stalls, Falconry experience, Peppa Pig, live music, Teddy Bears picnic, storytelling, fancy dress competition and much more. Woodhouse Farm Park Jew House Drove, Friday Bridge, Wisbech (01945 860309)

7 MAY MODEL RAILWAY EXHIBITION City of Ely Community College, Downham Road, Ely. 10.30am-5pm.

7 MAY CAGE FIGHTING The Cresset, Peterborough (01733 265705) 8 MAY GARDEN SHOW & CRAFT FAIR Elgood's Brewery and Garden, North Brink Brewery, Wisbech. 10am-4pm. (01945 583160) 10 MAY ASTHMA UK HOUSE & GARDEN CHARITY FAIR Accessories for the home, jewellery, shoes, clothes, toys, food.

Chilford Hall, Linton 10am-4pm. (0800 121 62 55) 12 MAY INTERNATIONAL MIDGET 50 DAY Enthusiasts around the world are getting ready to celebrate the Golden Anniversary of these cars, a classic example of our great British motoring heritage. The MGOC, MASC and the MGCC are organizing a day of fun and activity at Burghley, totally in character with these popular and cheeky little sports cars. Burghley House (01780 752451) 14 MAY FAMILY BARN DANCE With live band “Scrape the Barrel” & Clive the Caller. All Saints’ Church, Haslingfield. 7pm. (01223 871002) 14 - 15 MAY ARTISANS IN THE BARN Multi period living history artisans making and selling their wares in the barn, from a candlemaker to leatherworker, potter and much more.

Wimpole Hall & Farm, Arrington, Royston.

10.30am-5pm. (01223 206000) 14 - 15 MAY BMF SHOW Large bike show with arena events and evening entertainment.

East of England Showground, Peterborough.

(0116 279 5112) 14 - 15 MAY THE GRANTCHESTER FAIR All day entertainment which may include birds of prey, working dogs, children's entertainment as well as arts, crafts, gifts and food marquees.

Grantchester Meadows, Cambridge. 10am5pm. (0800 141 2823) 15 MAY CHEVELEY CHURCH ANNUAL FETE The Old Farmhouse, 165 High Street, Cheveley. 12.30-5pm. (01638 730170) 22 MAY SPRING AIR SHOW: CELEBRATING WOMEN IN AVIATION See panel. Imperial War Museum, Duxford (01223 835000) 22 MAY THOMAS' BIG ADVENTURE Steam day fun. Nene Valley Railway

Wansford Station, Stibbington, Peterborough (01780 784444) 27 - 29 MAY MODIFIED NATIONALS CAR SHOW The entire weekend will be stacked with mental metal, gorgeous girls, great giveaways and exciting DJ’s. From the world famous bikini-babe comp to the ultimate show cars. With old school legends and some first time reveals Mod Nats is a must for any self respecting car nut. East of England Showground, Peterborough. (08444 151413) 28 - 29 MAY THE DUXFORD TROPHY EΩxperience the adrenalin and excitement of competition aerobatics at IWM Duxford and see the winning pilot claim the Duxford Trophy at Europe’s leading aviation museum. Imperial War Museum, Duxford (01223 835000) 28 - 30 MAY MARAUDING VIKINGS! Peterborough Viking re-enactment and living history group Clan Wulfhar will thrill you with demonstrations of Viking warriors in action and enlighten you on the Viking way of life. Flag Fen Archaeology Park, The Droveway, Northey Road, Peterborough (01733 313414) 28 MAY - 12 JUNE GREEN FESTIVAL 9 action packed days full of green activities, challenges and events ideal for the whole family. Peterborough (01733 567159) www.pect.org.uk/greenfestival 29 MAY ANTIQUE & RETRO FAIR St Neots Community College, Barford Road, Eynesbury, St Neots (01480 382312) 29 MAY CAMBRIDGE ART & CRAFTS MARKET Original and unique designed work by the stallholder’s. David Rayner Cambridge Cancer Help Building, Scotsdales's Garden Centre, Great Shelford, Cambridge.

10.30am-4.30pm.

29 - 30 MAY THE BURGHLEY GAME & COUNTRY FAIR A whole host of country attractions and entertainment. Burghley House (01780 752451) 29 - 30 MAY 1940S FARM AND COUNTRY FAIR 1940s re-enactors, including Winston Churchill, heavy horse and cart rides, birds of prey, real ale, 1940s maypole dancing and traditional games, crafts and more.

Farmland Museum and Denny Abbey, Ely Road, Waterbeach. 10.30am-5pm. (01223 860988)

22 MAY SPRING AIR SHOW Imperial War Museum Duxford’s Spring Air Show celebrates the integral role played by women in the development of aviation. From technological advancement to daring aerial aptitude, in military and civil aviation; aerial adventure and aerobatics; engineering and mechanical endeavour, the achievements of women have informed air travel from its earliest incarnations to its contemporary technological advancement. The event features stunning aerial displays by a formidable line-up of female aviators, including Anna Walker flying a Supermarine Seafire, Angie Soper flying a Yak 11, Diana Walker flying a CAP 232, Carolyn Grace flying the Grace Spitfire and a Stampe, Judy Leden MBE performing a hang glider display, Tricia Neville flying a Thruxton Jackaroo G-ANTZ in an intrepid Captain Neville's Flying Circus exhibition display and Flight Lieutenant Juliette Fleming flying the BAE Systems Hawk. Imperial War Museum, Duxford.

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Essex Just along the seafront from Southend, the cobbled streets and weathered clapboard cottages of Leigh-on-Sea are home to practising artists, craftsmen and photographers, many of whose works are celebrated during the annual Leigh Art Trail. Stroll along the cockle sheds in the Old Town and dip into craft shops and galleries before enjoying a drink a riverside pub. Or climb the hill to Leigh Broadway and allow yourself to be tempted by a string of boutiques and independent shops selling everything from designer wear to homeware. For more information go to www.visitessex.com Old Leigh is renowned for its seafood - especially cockles! When in town you must visit ‘cockle row’ where you can sample some of the local fishermen’s freshest catch. Perfect on a summer’s day sitting on the sea wall. The quality and the taste of seafood here is renowned with cockles being supplied to many exceptional restaurants - even as far as Paris. Although 80% of the town’s catch is exported you're never going to be left disappointed as seafood is always available for you sample whether from one of the many cockle sheds or in one of the fish restaurants that boast stunning views of the estuary.

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Ye Olde Smack (above) Set on a cobbled street and with magnificent view's of the estuary, this is a popular family pub serving good food and beer. High Street 01702 476765 The Squeeze Fabulous juice bar and cafe serving top quality meals in great surroundings. Rectory Grove 01702 472455 Mughal Dynasty Authentic Indian cuisine in a modern and informal restaurant. London Road 01702 470443 Agostinho’s Wonderful Portuguese restaurant. Specialities of the house include; fish and shellfish from sardines to lobsters; home-made piri-piri, Portuguese Cataplanas, Espetadas. Leigh Road 01702 478768 Manoly's Thai Restaurant Authentic Thai cuisine. Exquisite dishes, charming service. Leigh Broadway 01702 475513 Irmas Popular, busy Italian restaurant serving great Italian favourites and excellent pizzas. Elm Road 01702 719400 Sandbank Restaurant Superb fine dining restaurant, opened in January after a refit. With a new name and a new look, it now a new relaxed Jazz style atmosphere with many new menu features. London Road 01702 719000 The Boatyard Restaurant Modern fine dining in stylish surroundings. A panoramic polarised glass frontage provides uninterrupted views of the Thames Estuary and Two-Tree Island Nature Reserve. Even more spectacular views can be obtained from the wooden deck which juts out into the water and spans the entire width of the building. High Street 01702 475588 Simply Seafood Simple, classic fresh seafood dishes in an elegant yet comfortable surrounding; an old cockle shed convreted in to a beautiful modern restaurant. High Street 01702 475588 The Crooked Billet A traditional pub of unique character, revered for its eclectic range of real ales and its quality pub food. Posiitoned near the seafront with outdoor seating. High Street 01702 480289 The Peter Boat A very busy pub, especially in the summer when families are able to eat and drink outside overlooking the sea. High Street 01702 475666 Stop the World Cafe Delightful cafe and tearoom serving a tasty selection of seasonal food, lots of scrummy cakes and more. Leigh Broadway 01702 719969

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The Leigh Folk Festival is "the largest free folk festival in the county", with hundreds of performers and thousands of spectators. Musicians and dancers entertain the crowds with events ranging from traditional and contemporary folk music, through to blues; plus Celtic, English and Scottish dance groups, country dancing, morris sides, African dancers, international folk dance, jive and line-dancing. The suic line-up inlcudes Martin Carthy, Tom Paley, John Otway, Belinda O'hooley & Heidi Tidow, Emily Portman Trio and on Thursday and Friday evenings, various singarounds and music sessions take place in Leigh's local pubs. Plenty for the kids too. 16-19 June www.leighfolkfestival.com Leight Art Trail gives 50 of the best local artists the opportunity to display their work in shops and galleries around the town. The event which is now in it’s 15th year will showcase a range of talent including art, photography, ceramics, jewellery and much more. This eight day event will take place in artist's homes, studios and within various shops, cafes and galleries throughout the town. The event is free to visit, all the work is for sale and provides art lovers an opportunity to buy original work at affordable prices. A number of art inspired events will also be taking place throughout the evenings.

11-19 June, 01702 470490 www.leigharttrail.co.uk

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Old Leigh Regatta (17-18 Sept) is a weekend of fun. Old Leigh High Street closes on these two days to allow all the entertainment, competitions, side shows, craft stalls and water events. There is live music for all tastes (various bands playing all weekend on different stages), Morris dancing, banana eating, cracker eating and cockle eating competitions, for both children and adults. Also climbing the greasy pole and Bowsprit pillow fighting. There are also water based events including Dinghy Tug of War, Dinghy Sculling Races and the Sailing Races from local sailing clubs.

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Leigh-on-Sea Fishing Festival on Sunday 31 July celebrates Leigh’s fishing industry and heritage. See fishing boats and talk to the local fishermen, find out how fish gets from the sea to your table. Free cockle tasting and events demonstrating the connection of man, boat and sea. Stalls will also provide various shellfish, fresh native oysters and rock oysters

Leigh Broadway boasts a range of high quality independent shops and individual boutiques that reflect the personality of Leigh itself and as most of these shops are run by their owners, shoppers can always expect to receive a first class service. Choose from designer clothes, specialist shops catering to sports and pastimes or fabulous furniture incorporating the full range from traditional to cutting edge design. The number of antique and gift shops, galleries, bookshops, and art and craft shops illustrate the deeply engrained artistic nature of Leigh.

Ursula & Odette is a destination, fashion boutique offering a selection of the latest international brands sourced from around the world. Collections are superbly merchandised using antique dressmaking mannequins, reclaimed cinema seats and period haberdashery counters. There are also gorgeous accessories and ready to wear collections. nspired by London, Paris & New York, the owners have an eye for detail, having successfully created a utopian homage to modern chic. Beyond the fashion rails, Ursula & Odette also offers a bespoke antique service with many collectables and antiques on display throughout the shop, all of which are for sale. Rectory Grove 01702 710512 www.ursulaodette.co.uk

Leigh Sanctuary is a tranquil day spa set in an historic mews in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. Offering sumptuous beauty and health treatments in a calm and peaceful surrounding, Leigh Sanctuary will soothe away the strains of modern life. Their highly trained beauty therapists are able to offer a wide range of spa and beauty treatments as well as a range of holistic and special treatments for everyone. Stable Mews, Leigh Broadway 01702 482224 www.leighsanctuary.co.uk

Ruby Room was set up at the start of 2010 in Leigh on Sea, Essex by Mother and Daugter Vicki and Hannah Thomas. Their first store started selling clothing, gifts and accessories and since then they have expanded and the two shops, the second being in Saffron Walden, now sells everything from furniture,lighting and mirrors to clothes, shoes and accessories. Ruby Room’s buying team spend a lot of time and effort sourcing new and exciting lines from all over the world - whilst continually keeping true to their concept to provide a true Mother/Daughter shopping experience. New stock arrives daily, beautiful displays and shop layouts and a huge mix of gorgeous products - all feminine and fabulous. Leigh Broadway 01702 483 826 www.rubyroomlifestyle.co.uk

You’ll find Designer Jewellery at its finest for every occasion at family owned jewellery store, Niche.

They not only stock charm bracelets from Chamilia but also Pandora Jewellery, Lovelinks and Petite.

Chose your silver bracelet and add from thousands of Chamilia, Pandora and Lovelinks charms. If diamonds warm your heart, then Hot Diamonds are for you. Each piece is sterling silver and rhodium plated, a diamond is placed within each design for that special moment. Niche stocks the fabulous Toy Watches, with over 40 styles to choose from. Broadway West 01702 480898 www.niche-jewellery.com

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THEATRE & SHOWS 1 MAY ELMER THE ELEPHANT Heart warming and funny story for ages 4-7. Civic Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 1 MAY FIREMAN SAM Children’s favourite.

Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 3 - 7 MAY SHAUN THE SHEEP IN SHAUN’S BIG SHOW All the favourite characters from the hit BBC show. Mercury Theatre, Colchester (01206 573948) 4 MAY TINY VOLCANOES Two actors play a cast of thousands in a fast-paced and hilarious inquisition into broken Britain. Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 4 - 7 MAY OUR HOUSE Brilliant musical bursting with non-stop classic Madness hits.

Palace Theatre, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 5 MAY THE COMEDY CLUB Top stand-up.

Waterfront Place, Wharf Road, Chelmsford (0845 459 56 56) 5 MAY THE COMEDY CLUB Top stand-up.

Colchester United Football Club, United Way, Severalls Lane, Colchester (01206 755108) 5 MAY BALLET CENTRAL An exciting new programme of ballet, contemporary and jazz dance. Civic Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 5 - 7 MAY BLITHE SPIRIT Noel Coward's haunting comedy presented by The College Players. Brentwood Theatre (01277 200305) 6 MAY MICKY FLANAGAN TErrific East End comedian. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-onSea (01702 351135) 6 MAY JONGLEURS ON THE ROAD Top stand-up comedy. Civic Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 7 MAY LUKE WRIGHT'S CYNICAL BALLADS Luke Wright leads us through the run down shopping precincts and airless television studios of modern Britain. Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 7 MAY SALLY MORGAN TV’s psychic medium. Brentwood Centre (01277 215151) 7 MAY FLAMENCO FLAVA WITH SUMAYA Flamenco drama, passion, music and dancing to take your breath away. Wat Tyler Country Park and Centre, Basildon (01268 465465)

7 MAY JACKSON LIVE IN CONCERT Michael Jackson tribute show. Civic Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 7 MAY I ELIZABETH Solo performer Rebecca Vaughn explores the Tudor Queen’s struggle to reconcile the desires of womanhood with the duties of sovereignty. Harlow Playhouse (01279 431945) 8 MAY A NIGHT AT THE MUSICALS Songs from the shows. Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 8 MAY SNOOKER LEGENDS An evening of Snooker and Nostalgia. Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World, Colchester (01206 282020) 8 MAY THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF AND OTHER FURRY TAILS Childrens’ show. Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Colchester 9 MAY SID KIPPER A new show from Norfolk's own comic genius. In this show he introduces us to predecessors and relatives such as Boadikippa, 'Keelhaul Kipper' and his infamous Uncle George. Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 9 - 14 MAY ANYTHING GOES Cole Porter musical presented by Witham Amateur Operatic Society. Witham Public Hall (0845 475 0420) 10 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA Presented

by Eastern Angles. In a small town on Suffolk's eroding coastline, life goes on pretty much as usual until Carrie arrives investigating a 30year-old lifeboat tragedy. As lost lives and loves are dredged to the surface the past becomes clearer and locals learn to face up to the future.

Margaretting Village Hall (01473 211498) 10 - 11 MAY EXTERMINATING ANGEL – AN IMPROVISATION Inspired by the Surrealist visions of Luis Bunuel and the atmospheric theatre of Maurice Maeterlinck. Mercury Theatre (Studio), Colchester (01206 573948) 10 - 14 MAY RUDDIGORE Gilbert & Sullivan presented by Trinity Methodist Music and Drama. Civic Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 11 - 14 MAY HALF A SIXPENCE Musical presented by Southend Operatic & Dramatic Society. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135)

12 MAY CERI DUPREE The UK’s leading female impersonator. Harlow Playhouse (01279 431945) 12 MAY COMEDY CLUB Stand-up comedy in the foyer. Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 12 - 14 MAY VINEGAR TOM Set around the 17th Century witchcraft trials in England, this superb play centres around the young, unmarried and sexually provocative Alice and her alcoholic mother Joan. Brentwood Theatre (01277 200305) 12 - 14 MAY WHOSE LIFE IS IT ANYWAY? Updated version of the powerful and entertaining drama. Presented by The Moot House Players. Moot Hall, The Stow, Harlow (01279 724224) 12 - 14 MAY THE ANNIVERSARY A comedy presented by Bentley Green Players. The Methodist Hall, Great Bentley (01206 250724) 12 - 14 MAY CAMP ROCK - THE MUSICAL Presented by Rare Productions. Towngate Theatre, Basildon (01268 465465) 12 - 14 MAY THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE Jim Cartwright’s play presented by Clavering Players. Clavering Village Hall (01799 524002) 13 MAY BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (LA BELLE ET LA BÊTE) A sparkling and refreshing ballet based on Jean Cocteau’s romantic fantasy film La Belle et la Bête and set in a world of myth and magic. Mercury Theatre, Colchester (01206 573948) 13 MAY SEAN COLLINS & MIKE GUN COMEDY ROADSHOW As seen on Michael McIntyres comedy roadshow. One of the 10 leading stand ups in Britain. Thameside Theatre, Grays (0845 300 5264) 13 MAY - 11 JUNE THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW An exclusive new production of Richard O’Brien’s world-famous musical. Time Warp back to 1950s science fiction, dance to the classic sounds of rock ‘n’ roll and follow two college sweethearts on a night out they’ll remember for a very long time. So sharpen your stilettos, fish out your fishnets and prepare to party with the outrageous Frank N Furter! Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 14 MAY TIM VINE The king of the one-liner

17 - 21 MAY WHO KILLED AGATHA CHRISTIE? Neil Roberts (right, Rex Buckland in Charmed and Richard in Life Bites), and respected stage, television actor and local Chelmsford resident Stephen Rashbrook (who played the Rev. Tony Charlton in Emmerdale) star in this taut, gripping thriller by Tudor Gates. An evening of deceptions and unnerving games culminates in a tense, chilling climax with a bitter twist as a theatre critic, renowned for his vitriolic reviews, is literally lost for words when he keeps an appointment with a mysterious stranger. Everyone is not quite what they seem and when a frustrated writer takes revenge too far, a dangerous criminal is born. This thrilling psychological drama is filled with a devilish dash of macabre humour.

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and star of BBC1 ‘Live at The Apollo’ and ‘Not Going Out’. Palace Theatre, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 14 MAY JENNY ECLAIR Jenny Eclair has been a stand up comic since the last millennium; she is a Grumpy old Woman Team Captain, author and actress. Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 14 MAY ARTHUR SMITH An evening of laughter and off-the-wall humour with one of BBC TV’s Grumpy Old Men. Mercury Theatre, Colchester (01206 573948) 14 MAY FOREVER IN BLUE JEANS Music show featuring hits from the 50s-70s. West Cliff Theatre, Clacton-on-Sea (01255 474000) 15 MAY LITTLE HOWARD HOWARD AND THE MAGIC PENCIL OF LIFE AND DEATH Big Howard and the animated six year old Little Howard are bursting out of the TV set and onto the stage, this unique family show features sing-a-long songs, innovative 3D animation and hilarious interactive stand-up to keep all ages entertained. Civic Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 15 MAY BARRY CRYER Join Baz for his hilarious new show of sit down comedy. This alphabetical, hypothetical journey from A to Z is an odyssey of oddities from Aardvark to Zulu.

Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 15 MAY ANDY AND MIKE'S BIG BOX OF BANANAS CBeebies Presenter Andy Day brings his much-loved humour to this highenergy, fast-paced children’s comedy, aimed at 3-11 year olds. Palace Theatre, Southend-onSea (01702 351135) 17 - 21 MAY WHO KILLED ‘AGATHA’ CHRISTIE? See panel. Civic Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 18 MAY SHAOLIN WARRIORS This breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu Show vividly depicts the rarely seen Kung Fu masters’ feats of agility, strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous martial arts training. The show is an extravaganza, with gorgeous scenery, atmospheric music, beautiful lights, and hundreds of costumes. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 18 - 21 MAY LADIES IN RETIREMENT A Victorian thriller. Brentwood Theatre (01277 200305) 18 - 21 MAY LA BELLE HÉLÈNE This highly diverting satire based on a well-known legend includes some of Offenbach's best-loved melodies. Headgate Theatre, Colchester (01206 366000) 19 MAY THE COMEDY CLUB Top standup. Waterfront Place, Wharf Road, Chelmsford (0845 459 56 56) 19 MAY UP OUT O’ THE SEA See above.

Brightlingsea Community Centre (01473 211498) 19 - 21 MAY I MET A MAN WHO WASN’T THERE A chilling contemporary supernatural thriller questioning our understanding of the greatest mystery of all. Is there life after death?. Palace Theatre, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135)

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19 - 21 MAY SCOUT GANG SHOW Presented by Colchester Scouts. Mercury Theatre, Colchester (01206 573948) 19 - 21 MAY BRIGADOON Presented by Southminster Operatic and Choral Society. St Peter's High School, Burnham-on-Crouch (07774 625399) 20 - 21 MAY RAINBOW FISH Show for ages 4-7. Cramphorn Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 21 MAY THE COMEDY CLUB Top standup. The Mill Arts & Events Centre, Rayleigh (01621 890153) 21 MAY PACK UP YOUR TROUBLES The best of Music Hall with the great songs of the wartime 40s starring Carolyn Allen from New Tricks and Only Fools and Horses. Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 21 MAY AROUND THE WORLD SPECTACULAR Music, Song & Dance from around the globe. West Cliff Theatre, Clacton-on-Sea (01255 474000) 21 - 22 MAY THOMAS AND FRIENDS A CIRCUS COMES TO TOWN Children’s show. Harlow Playhouse (01279 431945) 22 MAY THE RAT PACK IS BACK Join the Kings of Cool with the the hits of Sinatra, Martin and Davis Jnr. Towngate Theatre, Basildon (01268 465465) 23 MAY JETHRO The world’s funniest Cornishman. Towngate Theatre, Basildon (01268 465465) 23 MAY ESSENCE OF IRELAND Irish song and dance. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-onSea (01702 351135) 25 MAY TONY STOCKWELL TVs psychic medium. Towngate Theatre, Basildon (01268 465465) 25 - 28 MAY COWARDY CUSTARD Britain's bestloved cabaret artists Dillie Keane (from Fascinating Aïda) and Kit and the Widow join forces to salute Sir Noël Coward and his 'talent to amuse'. Civic Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 26 MAY THE MAGIC AND SOUL OF MOTOWN Show celebrating the music of Motown. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 26 MAY THE LAUGHING POD COMEDY CLUB Top stand-up. South Essex College, Luker Road, Southend-on-Sea. (07719 967959) 26 - 28 MAY SUPPER & SULLIVAN Billericay Operatic Society present a gourmet menu of G&S favourites with supper on the side.

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warm and funny play. Mercury Theatre, Colchester (01206 573948) 27 MAY LAUGHTER ZONE Stand-up comedy. Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 27 MAY SALLY MORGAN TV’s psychic medium. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 28 MAY THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS This non-stop revue is packed with over 2 hours of the very best blues & soul music from both of The Blues Brothers movies – with plenty of laughs too. Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure Wolrd, Colchester (01206 282020) 28 MAY ALICE IN WONDERLAND Childrens show. Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 28 MAY THAT’LL BE THE DAY Rock ‘n’ roll music show celebrating its 25th anniversary.

Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 28 MAY ROB ROUSE Stand-up comedy.

Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 29 MAY KEN DODD See panel. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 29 - 30 MAY THE ADVENTURES OF BARON MUNCHHAUSEN Full of amazing stories, mesmerising illusions and incredible tricks, this wonderful show is accompanied by unique multi-visual effects, including animation and interactive film projections. Harlow Playhouse (01279 431945) 29 - 30 MAY FIREMAN SAM Childrens favourite. Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 30 MAY - 1 JUNE SHAUN THE SHEEP IN SHAUN'S BIG SHOW All the favourite characters from the hit BBC show. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135)

6 MAY IPSWICH GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY Bach to The Beatles!

Holy Trinity church, Trinity Street, Colchester (01206 851767) 6 MAY ELVIS: THE MAN AND THE MUSIC Two top Elvis tributes. Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 6 MAY COAST TO COAST Rock covers.

High Barn, Great Bardfield (01371 811291) 6 MAY PP ARNOLD PP Arnold began her career as an Ikette with Ike and Tina Turner.

Since then she has established herself as one of the great soul and blues voices with hits such as First Cut is the Deepest. Harlow Playhouse (01279 431945) 7 MAY LADIES OF COUNTRY Country music concert with Billie Jo Spears, Lena Martell, Philomena Begley and Janey Kirk. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 7 MAY 80S MANIA 80s tribute concert.

Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 7 MAY COLCHESTER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Grieg, Schumann, Bartok. St Botolph’s Church, Colchester (01206 572783) 8 MAY BOLSHOI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Tchaikovsky. Cliffs Pavilion, Southendon-Sea (01702 351135) 8 MAY KEN COLYER LEGACY NEW ORLEANS JAZZ BAND Jazz. Colchester Jazz Club, Stanway Rivers Football Club, New Farm Road, Colchester (01206 501891) 9 MAY G*MANIA Ten stars from TV’s biggest reality shows, including The X Factor

MUSIC 1 MAY MARTY WILDE & THE WILDCATS British rock ‘n’ roll legend. Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 1 MAY THE RIFLES London four-piece making heavy rock 'n' roll inspired by the likes of The Clash, Dylan and The Rolling Stones.

Chinnery’s, Southend-on-Sea (01702 467305) 1 MAY YERBA BUENA CELEBRATION BAND Jazz. Colchester Jazz Club, Stanway Rivers Football Club, New Farm Road, Colchester (01206 501891) 1 MAY CLACTON-ON-SEA CO-OPERATIVE BAND West Cliff Theatre, Clacton-onSea (01255 474000) 2 MAY BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETERS Rock ‘n’ roll tribute. Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333) 2 MAY THE BRITISH PINK FLOYD SHOW Tribute. Cliffs Pavilion, Southendon-Sea (01702 351135) 4 MAY THE SEARCHERS 60s favourites with hits such as Sweets For My Sweet and Sugar And Spice. Civic Theatre, Chelmsford (01245 606505) 4 MAY DOMINIC KIRWAN Popular Irish singer. Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (01708 443333)

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13 MAY JOANNA EDEN & FAMILY TREE Joanna and her band Family Tree will be combining her own songs along with those of her heroes; Joni Mitchell, Carole King, James Taylor and others. High Barn, Great Bardfield (01371 811291) 13 MAY BACKPORCH Foot-stomping acoustic blues. Harlow Cricket Club (01279 414174) 13 MAY MR ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Rock ‘n’ roll tribute. Headgate Theatre, Colchester (01206 366000) 14 MAY GORDON GILTRAP Astonishing guitarist & raconteur. Gordon's tumbling guitardriven hit ‘Heartsong' was the theme music for BBC's Holiday programme for years! Headgate Theatre, Colchester (01206 366000) 14 MAY BROTHER Slough-based Britpop revivalists. Chinnery’s, Southend-on-Sea (01702 467305) 15 MAY JANE MCDONALD Former cruise ship cabaret singer whose performances on BBC TV's 'The Cruise' captured the public's imagination and propelled her into the big time. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 15 MAY PETE BAKER'S HOT CRUSTY JAZZERS Jazz. Colchester Jazz Club, Stanway Rivers Football Club, New Farm Road, Colchester (01206 501891) 15 MAY CLACTON-ON-SEA CO-OPERATIVE BAND West Cliff Theatre, Clacton-onSea (01255 474000) 16 MAY CLIVE GREGSON Folk.

Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 19 MAY ANTHEMS - THE CONCERT The live version of Anthems, Kerry Ellis’s stunning hit debut album produced by and co-starring Queen legend Brian May. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 21 MAY ROCKIN’ ON THE PITCH Chris Fender Black’s non-stop Rock ’n’ Roll Tribute features all the hits from the golden era. Halstead Football Club, Rosemary Lane, Halstead (01621 890153) 21 MAY HUTTON & SHENFIELD CHORAL SOCIETY Haydn - The Creation.

Chelmsford Cathedral (01277 219916) 21 MAY ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN Tribute.

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22 MAY OLLY MURS Concert by the Essex X-Factor favourite. Cliffs Pavilion, Southendon-Sea (01702 351135) 22 MAY THE FUREYS & DAVEY ARTHUR Music, songs and stories. Palace Theatre, Southend-on-Sea (01702 351135) 22 MAY MIKE COX AND THE ALBION JAZZ BAND Jazz. Colchester Jazz Club, Stanway Rivers Football Club, New Farm Road, Colchester (01206 501891) 23 MAY VICKI SWAN + JONNY DYER Folk. Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 24 MAY GENTLEMEN’S DUB CLUB 9piece band from Leeds with a style based in dub, ska and roots reggae. Colchester Arts Centre (01621 890153) 25 MAY CRISSY LEE & ‘HYBRYD’ Crissy Lee is widely acclaimed as being the UKs and Europes finest female drummer. High Barn, Great Bardfield (01371 811291) 27 MAY DAMON BROWN/ED JONES QUINTET Jazz. Harlow Cricket Club (01279 414174) 28 MAY PETE ALLEN BAND Jazz.

Wickham Bishops Club of Jazz, Wickham Bishops Village Hall (01621 853626) 29 MAY AN EVENING OF COUNTRY MUSIC Steve Curtis Band, Lucy Leigh and Steve Cherelle. Brentwood Theatre (01277 200305) 29 MAY THE BIG BEAR STOMPERS Jazz. Colchester Jazz Club, Stanway Rivers Football Club, New Farm Road, Colchester (01206 501891) 31 MAY BADDIES Southend rock band.

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ART & EXHIBITIONS 1 - 2 MAY DUNMOW ART GROUP Annual exhibition. Foakes Hall, Great Dunmow 10am-5.30pm.

1 - 7 MAY THE HEALTH FACTOR Take a look back at health through the ages and find out the grim realities of medical procedures before modern anaesthetics. This exhibition explores the choices we make every day as we think, play, live and work, and how they affect our health. Braintree District Museum, Manor Street, Braintree (01376 325266)

1 - 15 MAY CLIMATE CHANGES Works of art which reflect man's effect on the world and its climate, featuring a series of prints by Anne Daniels and paintings by Ian Welsh plus other artists working in various media. The Gallery at Parndon Mill, Harlow (01279 426042) 1 - 28 MAY NORTH HOUSE GALLERY 100TH SHOW North House Gallery’s 100th Show, a cause for celebration in itself, will celebrate the work of three award-winning landscape artists, each very different in their sources of inspiration and methods of working.

Paintings by Henrietta Corbett & Francis Tinsley. and prints by Danielle Creenaune. North House Gallery, The Walls, Manningtree (01206 392717) 1 MAY - 4 JUNE PAINTED WORDS: WHITE RABBITS, HEROES AND SCOUNDRELS A unique and surprising exhibition, this is a celebration of the written word and the images that it can inspire an artist to create a place where words and the visual merge to produce a thought-provoking experience. Within the collection of paintings and pen and ink drawings, Essex-based artist, Karen Jones, revisits the greatest heroes and villains of literature. Karen’s distinctive style and fresh new interpretations bring to life some of written word’s most iconic characters. Beecroft Art Gallery, Westcliff-on-Sea (01702 347418) 1 MAY - 5 JUNE THE GREAT WAR A fantastic new travelling exhibition from Epping Forest District Museum, about life in WW1 supported by art works and artefacts of the Essex Yeomanry and Regiment. Chelmsford Museum (01245 605700) I MAY - 11 JUNE TIMEFRAME Presented by students from the Centre for Curatorial Studies at the University of Essex, this exhibition features works by internationally renowned artists Liz Ballard, Michel Blazy, Ori Gersht, Carla Guagliardi and Robert Smithson. Art Exchange, University of Essex, Colchester (01206 873333) I MAY - 11 JUNE ORBITECTURE II: EVERYTHING UNDER HEAVEN IS IN UTTER CHAOS; THE SITUATION IS EXCELLENT Exhibition of photography .

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1 MAY - 5 JUNE THE GREAT WAR This exhibition explores the impact of the First World War through its connections with the East of England. Areas discussed include Waltham Abbey's Gunpowder Factory, local hospitals, Zeppelin raids, war artists and poets, as well as the stories of those who fought, lived and died during 'the war to end all wars'. Chelmsford Museum.

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the Eastern region. Naze Tower, The Naze, Old Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze (07966 776417) 1 MAY - 26 JUNE MEMORIES OF CHILDHOOD Covering playtime, childcare, early learning and clothing, this delightful exhibition explores the social history of childhood.

Epping Forest District Museum, Waltham Abbey (01992 716882) 1 MAY - 26 JUNE A FEW OF MY FAVOURITE THINGS A range of spectacular objects from all areas of the museum: archaeology, community history, fine art, costume and natural history. The Shrine of St Helena used in the 1909 Colchester Pageant will also be on display. Colchester Castle Museum (01206 282938) 1 MAY - 14 AUG RAVILIOUS IN ESSEX Twenty five watercolours of Essex by Eric Ravilious. Fry Art Gallery, Saffron Walden (01799 513779) 1 MAY - 21 AUG TATTERED OUTLAWS OF HISTORY Tattered Outlaws of History is an artistic installation of films that puts the Martello Towers in their international context.

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Jaywick Martello Tower, The Promenade, Belsize Avenue, Jaywick (01255 822783) 1 MAY - 4 SEPT SIR JOHN ST AUBYN: THE SECRET LIFE OF A COLLECTOR Exhibition of minerals and plant specimens collected by Sir John St Aubyn (1758– 1839) of Shortgrove Hall near Saffron Walden. Saffron Walden Museum (01799 510333) 1 MAY - 19 SEPT MYSTERIES IN STONE: AFRICAN SCULPTURE EXHIBITION This African sculpture exhibition has travelled around the world to much acclaim and now returns to Hyde Hall for the second time. Thirty five contemporary had-carved stone sculptures in the glorious setting of the RHS Hyde Hall garden at Rettenden. RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Rettendon, Chelmsford (01245 402006) 3 - 21 MAY JAMES DODDS James Dodds was born in Brightlingsea. Originally training as a shipwright in Maldon, he went on to study painting at Chelsea, later gaining a Masters at the Royal College of Art, London. James' panoramic prints of coastal towns are highly regarded. He currently lives and works in Wivenhoe. Church Street Gallery, Saffron Walden (01799 522947) 7 - 21 MAY THE EAST ANGLIAN FEDERATION OF PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETIES The very best work from over three thousand photographers living in the Eastern region of the country. On display will be about 200 prints and 200 digital images selected for this highly competitive exhibition. The Gibberd Gallery, Harlow (01279 446438) 19 MAY - 26 JUNE JEAN NOBLE: MY VIEW A mainly abstract painter of urban and rural landscapes. The Gallery at Parndon Mill, Harlow (01279 426042)

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14 - 15 MAY THE ESSEX FOOD SHOW Great event with a superb range of food, drinks, and kitchen accessories in the barns and adjoining buildings on site, with lots of quality caterers in the grounds, as well as the ever popular range of garden plants and furniture. It’s an opportunity to check out a vast range of really good food and drink, not available in your local supermarket. Rare breed meat producers, game, speciality sausages, smoked foods, fresh fruit and vegetables, pickles, preserves and sauces, cakes, chocolates, locally brewed beers and cider, wine from Essex vineyards and lots, lots more.

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Colchester. 11.30am. (01206 282920) 1 MAY VE DAY CELEBRATIONS A weekend of celebration and remembrance.

Spectacular flying display by the Grace Spitfire on Monday, MKII B Hurribomber aerobatic display on Sunday. This event recreates both civilian and military life during WWII, with a nostalgic return to street parties, jive dancing to Glen Miller and rationing. There will be many living history camps to explore and an opportunity to speak to the soldiers to find out what life was like out in the field. Each day there will be a battle re enactment between the allies and the axis soldiers. Royal Gunpowder Mills, Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey (01992 707370) 1 MAY EAST ANGLIA GUITAR FESTIVAL Concerts, workshops and an exhibition of handbuilt guitars. High Barn, Great Bardfield.

10am-11pm. (01621 890153) 1 MAY STEAM DAY The Lilleshall Triple Expansion Steam Engine will be operating.

Miniature steam train rides. Museum of Power Steam Pumping Station, Hatfield Road, Langford. 10am-5pm. (01621 843183) 1 - 2 MAY MEDIEVAL BATTLE & FAIR Hand-to-hand combat, living history camp, archery, medieval games and crafts, birds of prey and more. Hedingham Castle, Castle Hedingham. 10am-5pm. (01787 460261) 1 - 2 MAY CRAFT FAIR 3-day craft extravaganza organised by the Guild of Essex Craftsmen. RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Rettendon, Chelmsford. 10am-4pm. (01245 402006) 1 - 2 MAY MAY DAY AT AUDLEY END Enjoy Victorian side shows and flea circus, Victorian gymkhana, and bandstand or watch as your little ones learn circus skills or take part in a play. Audley End House and Gardens, Saffron Walden. 11am-5pm.

1 - 2 MAY SOUTHEND GARDEN SHOW Buy a selection of beautiful plants, shrubs, trees, garden furniture, water features, pots, containers and much more. Crafts for the home and garden, tempting food court and children's activities. Garon Park, Eastern Avenue, Southend-on-Sea (01702 549622) 1 - 2 MAY HALLMARK ANTIQUES AND COLLECTORS FAIR Stalls both inside and out, set within the historic grounds. Cressing Temple Barns, Witham Road, Cressing, Nr. Witham. 9.30am-4pm. (01376 584903) 1 - 15 MAY THURSTON’S FUNFAIR Rides and sideshows. Saffron Walden Common (01799 524002) 2 MAY COLCHESTER LIONS FAMILY FUN DAY & DUCK RACE Dog Agility show, karake displays, Scouts Band, line dancing workshop, majorettes, bouncy castle, funfair, donkey rides and various stalls. Castle Park, Colchester. 11am-6pm.

2 MAY MAY DAY CELEBRATIONS An annual event of folk music, morris dancing, and

maypole dancing. Starnd Wharf, Leigh-onSea. 1-4pm.

7 - 8 MAY ROBIN HOOD GAME AND COUNTRY SHOW Country show incorporating the All About Dogs Show. Plenty to do, see and take part in. Jousting & Horseback Stunt Displays, Medieval Village, Air Rifle Range, Owls, Lurcher Racing, Archery, Professional Dog Scurry,Working Ferrets, Childrens entertainment, Paintball Firing, Sheep Sheering & Dancing Show, Lasey Clay Shooting, Savage Skills Mountain Bike Display Team and much more. Brentwood Centre. 10am-5pm. (01702 549622) 7 - 8 MAY TEMPLARS’ FAYRE Medieval market with Merchants from all over Europe.

Cressing Temple Barns, witham Road, Cressing, Nr. Witham. 10am-4pm. (01673 849621) 7 - 8 MAY CLASSIC CAR SHOW AND AUTOJUMBLE Battlesbridge Antiques Centre, The Old Granary, Hawk Hill, Battlesbridge. 10am-5pm. (01268 769000) 8 MAY ANTIQUES FAIR Little Hadham Village Hall. 9.30am-4pm.

8 MAY VINTAGE AIRCRAFT FLY-IN The first event at this historic aerodrome which will play host to a wide range of vintage WWI aircraft including A Sopwith Pup Fighter and a Fokker Triplaneplus other favourites such as Tiger Moths. Aircraft will arrive and park on the aerodrome for the public to view. Static displays and WWI re-enactment groups plus military vehicles. Military stalls and craft stalls. Stow Maries Aerodrome, nr Maldon. 9am-6pm.

(01245 808744) 12 MAY ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Take your treasures to the roadshow experts in the grounds of Layer Marney Tower. Layer Marney Tower, nr Colchester. 9.30am-4.30pm.

13 - 15 MAY ESSEX GARDEN SHOW Visitors can purchase a selection of beautiful plants, shrubs, trees, garden furniture, water features, pots, containers and much more at special show prices. With crafts for the home and garden, tempting food court and children’s activities. Brentwood Centre. 9.30am-5pm.

(01702 549622) 14 MAY NIGHT OF THE MUSEUM A wonderful glimpse behind the scenes of the Museum, live sculptor, free 'taster' Planetarium shows and more. Central Museum, Southendon-Sea (01702 434449) 14 - 15 MAY AUDLEY END STEAM GALA This Gala has something for everyone, fair rides and the railways for the kids, vintage motors, tractors, craft stalls, food and to top this all off a fantastic beer tent boasting real ale and cider. Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End, Saffron Walden. 11am-5pm. (01799 541354) 14 - 15 MAY THE ESSEX FOOD SHOW See panel. Cressing Temple Barns, Witham Road, Cressing, Nr. Witham. 9.30am-4pm.

(01621 773403) 14 - 15 MAY ESSEX VEE DUBBERS VOLKSWAGEN SHOW Battlesbridge Antiques Centre, The Old Granary, Hawk Hill, Battlesbridge. 10am-5pm. (01268 769000)

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15 MAY DIESEL GALA Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham.

10.30am-5pm (01787 461174) 15 MAY CRAFT FAIR Finchingfield Village Hall. 11am-4pm. (01371 810705) 19 MAY FASHION SHOW Saffron Walden Town Hall. (01799 524002) 20 - 22 MAY CONTINENTAL MARKET Traders from the continent wearing tradtional costume, selling authentic food and non-food products. Saffron Walden Common. 9am5pm. (01799 524002) 21 - 22 MAY BUNKER BASH Over 17 acres of showground where you’ll be able to see 200+ Military Vehicles, 20+ Living History Groups, 30+ Militaria Stalls, Classic Cars, bikes and Busses, Emergency Vehicle Displays, Arena Events, Stationary Engines and one of Essex's top tourist attractions. Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker (01277 364883) 22 MAY ESSEX YOUNG FARMERS COUNTRY SHOW One of the premier agricultural shows in the county. Farmers Market, Game Fair, Craft Hall, Food Hall, Trade stands, Horse Ring, Livetsock area, Main ring entertainment, Exhibition Hall and more. Boyton Hall, Roxwell, Chelmsford. From 10am. (01245 360442) 22 MAY MUSIC & BEER FESTIVAL Music in the courtyard and a fine selection of local beers. Layer Marney Tower, nr Colchester. 12-5pm. (01206 330784) 28 - 30 MAY CHARGE OF THE QUEEN'S CAVALRY! Behold the pageantry and excitement of queen Victoria's army at Audley End this bank holiday. Watch in amazement at the galloping lancers and red coated infantry, and for your brave little soldiers there is a chance to try out hobby horse drill training.

Audley End House and Gardens, Saffron Walden. 11am-5pm.

28 - 30 MAY FLOWER FESTIVAL Floral displays, farmers’ market, craft fair, car boot stalls, dog show, art exhibition and local musicians, plus children’s activities. Hatfield Broad Oak. 10am-4pm (Sat & Mon), 10am-5pm (Sun). (07977 126234) 28 MAY - 5 JUNE RHS BUDDING GARDENERS' EXHIBITION See an avenue of highly creative mini show gardens designed by local school children. RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Rettendon, Chelmsford. 10am-4pm.

(01245 402006) 29 MAY CLASSIC CAR AND DANCE FESTIVAL Layer Marney Tower, nr Colchester. 11am-5pm. (01206 330784) 29 - 30 MAY JOUSTING WITH FOOD AND CRAFT MARKET Breathtaking mounted skill at arms from an era of chivalry. The daring knights will compete for honour and riches.

Medieval characters, birds of prey, longbowmen and more. Hedingham Castle, Castle Hedingham. 10am-5pm. (01787 460261) 30 MAY HOSPITAL RADIO COLCHESTER FUN DAY Family Fun Day with music, rides, charities, arena events and lots more. Castle Park, Colchester. 11am5pm.

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Summer in Southend

Essex Punch and Judy, marionettes and glove puppets put on a show for kids and parents who want to re-live their childhood at the Southend Puppet Festival on Southend Pier, 5-7 August (01702 618747)

No day in Southend is complete without a Rossi ice cream. Rossi's has a long tradition in Southend, making top quality ice creams for locals and tourists alike, and their ice cream products have been continually winning national awards for the past 50 years.

Available in their own seafront store, and with the Ice Cream factory still based in Southend-on-Sea, there are many cafes and restaurants that stock this famous and delicious ice cream.

With seven glorious miles of seafront, the longest pleasure pier in the world and a host of exciting events and festivals all year, it’s no wonder Southendon-Sea leaves visitors smiling time after time. Here you'll find all the traditional seaside pleasures as well as exhilarating watersports, theme park thrills, top shopping, thriving arts and culture, dazzling night-life and a feast of seafood. Choose from more than 300 great places to eat, and quality accommodation from luxury hotels to guest houses and bed & breakfast.

For more information go to www.visitessex.com

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THE MAIN SUMMER EVENTS

Why not take the kids to Adventure Island? Situated directly on the seafront, next to the Pier and only a short walk from the Town Centre, Adventure Island is at the heart of the fun. The number one free admission fun park in the UK - you only ‘pay-if-you-play' - Adventure Island has over 60 rides including four incredible roller coasters, drop towers and water slides so you won't spend all your day standing in queues! There really is something for everyone - from the Big Wheel and Choo Choo train for the little ones to the Rage, Archelon and the Sky Drop for the teenagers in us. All wristbands are priced by height so you only pay for the rides you are allowed to go on

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25 June Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Concert The Rotary Club of Rayleigh Mill’s open air classical concert in Priory Park featuring the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with Grand Fireworks Finale. (01268 780738) 2-3 July The Robin Hood Game & Country Show at Garon Park has a jousting display in the show arena where you can also watch fantastic stunt bike displays and sheep shows, and a whole lot more. (01702 549622) 9 July - 1 Oct The 53rd Essex Open Show at Beecroft Art Gallery is the county’s very own Royal Academy style summer exhibition . (01702 347418) 27-31 July Southend Cricket Festival The 4-day Championship match (vs Leicestershire) and Sunday Pro-40 Match (Essex Eagles vs Somerset) will be held at Garons Park, with a range of family and children’s entertainment.

(01245 254010) 31 July London to Southend Classic Vehicle Run Approximately 200 pre-1970 vehicles will set out from London and follow a route to Southend-on-Sea where they will be on display in the beautiful setting of Priory Park, bringing a touch of nostalgia with them.

6-7 August Tudor Festival Southchurch Hall becomes the domain of the Tudors. Discover aspects of life in those times, from food and entertainment to weapons and customs, brought to you by skilled re-enactors.

12 - 20 August Southend Carnival Bringing together a cavalcade of colour, lights and magnificent fireworks, the Southend Carnival is a unique and exciting family event. There will be a whole host of Carnival events over a week, including Children’s competition, Dog Show, Carnival Fair and the illuminated carnival procession on Southend seafront, with the Fireworks Spectacular finale.

27-29 August Southend Summer Garden Show at Garon Park (01702 549622) 2-4 Sept Polish Festival The Polish festival celebrates the very best of Polish culture and art, and the special relationship between Southend-on-Sea and Sopot, Southend's Polish twin town, on the Baltic Sea. There will be an action packed programme of arts, music, dancing, film screenings and a Polski Picnic with live bands and performers.

Circus skills workshops, stilt-walkers, bouncy castles, community theatre, Polish sausages, cakes and beers, traditional Polish crafts and information stalls. (01702 618747) This will be the 26th year that Southend-on-Sea has staged one of Europe’s largest free Airshows. The two day Southend Air Festival is undoubtedly the most spectacular event in Southend’s calendar. Staged against the backdrop of the Thames Estuary along almost 2 miles of seafront, aircraft displays will be featured from across the ages. There’s also a huge range of ground entertainment back on terra firma. There will be the RAF, Army, Navy and Royal Marine Town Shows, trade stands, rides, simulators, giant inflatable’s and a packed arena programme of entertainment, to keep all of the family amused all day long. BBC Essex will again be bringing you Radio Airshow on 1530MW, as well as providing the live commentary along the seafront, and Southend Radio will be providing live entertainment both days with music Roadshows.

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INGATESTONE HALL Hall Lane, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4 9NR (off the London end of Ingatestone High St.) 16th Century manor house & grounds with a wealth of history.

Painted Words

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An exhibition by Karen Jones

OPEN to the public between noon and 5 pm on Wednesdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays from Easter until the end of September (and to pre-booked groups at all other times).

GUIDED TOURS are also available for groups, by prior arrangement, outside normal opening hours. Cost from ÂŁ3.75 per person. These tours can be accompanied by refreshments or a light meal, if required.

Adults - ÂŁ6 Pensioners - ÂŁ5 Children (over 5) - ÂŁ2.50

For more information, see our website: www.ingatestonehall.com

Have you considered Ingatestone Hall for your wedding ceremony and/or reception, celebratory lunch or dinner , trade promotion or product launch or concert, lecture or seminar? It makes a ideal venue for any or all of these

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Out & About

OutEast Mountnessing Windmill Traditional post mill built in 1807 and restored to its original working condition.

Open Sunday only. Roman Road, Mountnessing, Essex

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National Mills Weekend on 14th & 15th of the month is a celebration of the UK's milling heritage. It’s a a great opportunity to visit and look round mills, many of which are not usually open to the public. Here’s four to try, but for more go to www.nationalmillsweekend.co.uk

FOUR great new films in cinemas...

Stanton Windmill A post mill with roundhouse, dating from 1751, moved to its present site in 1818. Complete and in working order, with two pairs of stones and patent sails. Flour and souvenirs available. Mill Farm, Upthorpe Road, Stanton Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

Bourn Windmill An open trestle post mill, extensively repaired and with most machinery intact. A mill is recorded on the site in 1636. Open Sunday only. Bourn, Cambs.

Morse Wind Engine Collection A unique collection of wind engines, dating from the 19th century, from various countries, plus a steam crane and a large and impressive elevated scoop wheel which can be demonstrated, together with other hardware; the lifetime collection of the late Mr Bob Morse. Repps, Norfolk

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1 - 8 May is National Windsurfing Week. Here’s a few places where you can give the sport a try, buy kit or become a member...

Find out more at www.nationalwindsurfingweek.org

Hunstanton Windsurfing School Hunstanton Watersports provides windsurfing lessons in safe, shallow waters where individuals are taught in groups of no more than 4, allowing for a more personal experience tailored to your individual progress. Try a Half Day Taster Windsurf Session for £45. They also have a shop that supplies kit for all watersports. Hunstanton Watersports, 8 Southend Road, Hunstanton, Norfolk 01485 534455 www.hunstantonwatersports.com Alton Water Alton Water in Suffolk is a great place to learn windsurfing with its beginner courses and robust begin146

ner kit available for hire once you have got the hang of holding on a reach, tacking and coming back again! The reservoir is an excellent venue with the prevailing cross shore winds giving ideal conditions for blasting across from the windsurfers beach launching area to the other side of the reservoir Alton Water Sports Centre Ltd, Holbrook Road, Stutton, Suffolk 01473 328408 www.altonwater.co.uk Brogborough Lake Brogborough offers RYA 'Start Windsurfing' courses cost £150.

You need to do these courses if you really want to take windsurfing up seriously.or you could trya taster course. Cost is £45 for two hours,

The Messenger Ben Foster stars as an American soldier struggles with an ethical dilemma when he becomes involved with a widow of a fallen officer. Fri 27th

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Brogborough Board Sailing Club, Brogborough Lake, Thrupp End, nr Lidlington, Beds 01234 768841 www.broglake.co.uk Sports Factor UK Sports factor UK - provides sailing lessons, surfwear equipment, kite boarding lesson, windsurfing tuition in a safe and fun environment based in Essex by the coast of Southend on Sea. 08452260728 www.sfactor.org.uk Rickmansworth Windsurfing Club An excellent club for windsurfers of all abilities. The lake at Rickmansworth Aquadrome in

Hertfordshire is ideal for beginners to intermediate, whilst for the more adventurous they have regular trips to more full-on locations around the country. 01895 633099 www.ricky-windsurfing.co.uk Grafham Water Centre Venue with sheltered water close to the shore in front of the Centre and wide stretches of the lake for the more experienced. The Centre is a recognised RYA Windsurfing School and offers courses from Taster Level for beginners up to Fast Forward for the experienced and then on to Instructor level Grafham Water Centre, Perry, Huntingdon, Cambs 01480 810521 www.grafham-water-centre.co.uk

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Priest Paul Bettany is a priest who disobeys church law to track down the vampires who kidnapped his niece. Fri 6th

The Tree of Life The story centres around a family with three boys in the 1950s. The eldest son witnesses the loss of innocence. Stars Brad Pitt. Weds 4th

Water for Elephants Robert Pattinson is a veterinary student whpabandons his studies after his parents are killed and joins a traveling circus as their vet, where he falls in love with Reese Witherspoon. Weds 4th

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