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Success In Motion. The E-Class Saloon Representative example

E 220 BlueTEC SE with optional metallic paint 36 monthly payments of*(Term of agreement) On-the-road price Customer deposit Retailer deposit contribution Optional purchase payment† Amount of credit Total amount payable†† Purchase activation fee† Representative APR Fixed interest rate

£349.00 £35,515.00 £4,999.00 £5,153.26 £16,700.00 £25,362.74 £39,426.26 £10.00 6.3% 6.11%

The E-Class Saloon is designed to convince every part of you. Perfecting every demand for comfort and luxury, once on the road the real performance begins, full of agility and energy. With advanced electronic assistants keeping a watchful eye wherever you go, the E-Class presents a powerful proposition on all accounts. And now yours for just £349* per month, simply call your nearest retailer to arrange a test drive today.

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Official government fuel consumption figures in mpg (litres per 100km) for the E-Class range: urban 19.9(14.2)Official EU-regulated test data is provided for comparison purposes and actual performance will depend on driving style, road conditions and other non-technical factors. Whilst this offer is only transmission at £35,515.00 on-the-road (on-the-road price includes VAT, delivery, 12 months’ Road Fund Licence, number plates, first registration fee and fuel). *Finance offer based on a E-Class to purchase the car. ††Includes optional purchase payment, purchase activation fee and retailer deposit contribution. Orders/credit approvals on selected E-Class models between 1 July and 30 options may not be available. Please contact your retailer for availability. Terms and conditions apply. Credit provided subject to status by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services UK Limited, MK15 at time of going to print.

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70.6(4.0), extra urban 35.3(8.0)-76.4(3.7), combined 27.7(10.2)-68.9(4.1). CO2 emissions 237-107 g/km.

available through Mercedes-Benz Finance, we do arrange finance on behalf of other finance companies as well. Model featured is a Mercedes-Benz E-Class 220 BlueTEC SE Saloon with automatic 220 BlueTEC SE Saloon with optional metallic paint on a Mercedes-Benz Agility Agreement, on 10,000 miles per annum. Excess mileage charges may apply. â&#x20AC; Payable if you exercise the option September 2015, registered by 31 December 2015. Guarantees and indemnities may be required. Offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Some combinations of features/ 8BA. Mercedes-Benz UK Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales with company number 2448457 and has its registered address at Tongwell, Milton Keynes, MK15 8BA. Prices correct

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Sporty. Dynamic. Stylish. And three years’ peace of mind.

Representative example A 180 SE 36 monthly payments of*(Term of agreement) On-the-road price Customer deposit Retailer deposit contribution Optional purchase payment† Amount of credit Total amount payable†† Purchase activation fee† Representative APR Fixed interest rate

£279.00 £20,715.00 £2,699.00 £214.85 £10,075.00 £17,801.15 £23,042.85 £10.00 5.6% 5.46%

The A-Class is a Mercedes-Benz unlike any other. With unparalleled performance and design in the compact sector, its sharp, sporty looks and bold contemporary interior defines the new generation Mercedes-Benz. With five model lines and a choice of engines, it offers you the opportunity to reflect your true individuality. Experience it for yourself, from just £279* per month and three years’ free servicing^. Contact your nearest retailer to arrange a test drive today.

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Official government fuel consumption figures in mpg (litres per 100km) for the A-Class range: urban 32.1(8.8)-65.7(4.3), extra urban 48.7(5.8)-83.1(3.4), combined 40.9(6.9)-76.4(3.7). CO2 emissions 161-98 g/km. Official EU-regulated test data is provided

for comparison purposes and actual performance will depend on driving style, road conditions and other non-technical factors. Whilst this offer is only available through MercedesBenz Finance, we do arrange finance on behalf of other finance companies as well. Model featured is a Mercedes-Benz A 180 SE with manual transmission at £20,715.00 on-the-road (on-the-road price includes VAT, delivery, 12 months’ Road Fund Licence, number plates, first registration fee and fuel). *Finance offer based on a A 180 SE on a Mercedes-Benz Agility Agreement, on 10,000 miles per annum. Excess mileage charges may apply. †Payable if you exercise the option to purchase the car. ††Includes optional purchase payment, purchase activation fee and retailer deposit contribution. Orders/credit approvals on selected A-Class models between 1 July and 30 September 2015, registered by 31 December 2015. Guarantees and indemnities may be required. Offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Some combinations of features/options may not be available. Please contact your retailer for availability. Terms and conditions apply. ^Free servicing based on 3 services over 36 months on A-Class models. Credit provided subject to status by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services UK Limited, MK15 8BA. Mercedes-Benz UK Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales with company number 2448457 and has its registered address at Tongwell, Milton Keynes, MK15 8BA. Prices correct at time of going to print.

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WELCOME TO EASTLIFE Dear Reader It’s that time of year again when the region’s wedding suppliers come together to showcase their beautiful offerings for the year ahead. If you’re a bride-to-be you’ll love our wedding issue, packed with my very own honest planning tips, venue ideas and exhibitions.

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A Musical Tribute to the Battle of Britain

as we honour those brave and courageous heroes of the day and celebrate their legacy with the men and women of today’s Royal Air Force who ‘Secure our Skies’. Wednesday 25 November

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The Bands of the Royal Air Force

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The programme includes Bernstein’s Mambo, Holst’s Mars and Goodwin’s Battle of Britain March. For more information please go to: rafinconcert.com

CONTENTS

CONTENTS SEPTEMBER FEATURES

FOOD & DRINK 73

75 NEWS - the lastest foodie news and events

NEWS 13

AROUND THE REGION - news & events

LIFESTYLE 21

ONCE IN A LIFETIME - try something new

CHRISTMAS PARTIES - the best venues

32 THEATRE - autumn/winter shows revealed

THE SUMMER SCENE

DAYS OUT - family-friendly events

EDUCATION 43

77 REVIEW - we go on the Cambridge Food Tour 78 SPAS - food and fitness

HOME & GARDEN 97 INTERIORS - new age fireplaces 100

GARDEN - lighting tips

103

PROPERTY - multi-generational living

The season’s biggest outdoor events

LITTLE EAST 38

TOP 5 - the region’s best farmers’ markets

OPEN DAYS - dates for the diary

WEDDINGS

MOTORING 107 REVIEW - the new Volvo model

ARTS 111

ARTS COLUMN - Collette Hoefkens

113

ARTS NEWS - gallery updates & exhibitions

115

CAMBRIDGE FILM FESTIVAL - events

59 PLANNING - honest tips and advice 61

EXHIBITIONS - the biggest wedding events

VENUES - find your dream location

REAL LIFE - Essex couple share their day

AREA FOCUS 117 NORFOLK - discover Diss 125

HEALTH 83 ALLERGIES - advice from Dr.Hilary Jones

FASHION 89

A/W TRENDS - this season’s hottest looks

CAMBS - events in Peterborough

137 ESSEX - Braintree and county hotspots 147

BEDS, BUCKS, HERTS - theatres and

Dacorum

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SUFFOLK - Hadleigh and county walks

162

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service, bakery and award winning butchers. The aim at Woodgate Park Retirement Village is to ensure residents are offered just the right amount of support to help them live an active and enjoyable life, while enjoying safety, support and peace of mind. The village is within easy reach of many of Norfolk’s attractions from the shops, attractions, arts and history of Norwich to the beautiful mid and north Norfolk countryside, the stunning beaches and the Norfolk Broads with its scenic waterways and rare wildlife. For those individuals or couples who are considering downsizing or beginning to worry about coping with everyday tasks or their general well being, Woodgate Park may be the key to an enjoyable new chapter in their lives. ■

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AROUND THE REGION

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All aboard for the Great Yarmouth Maritime Festival

The Great Yarmouth Maritime Festival returns 5 – 6 September on the South Quay. This year visitors will have the opportunity to explore the largest wooden sailing ship in the world, The Götheborg. The tour will include the gun deck, where there are 10 canons, and the weather deck where the steering wheel is located. The festival is a fantastic free two-day event which takes place all along historic South Quay with live shanty folk music, street theatre, exhibitions, demonstrations, stalls and ships for visitors to explore for the whole weekend.

Sandringham Game and Country Fair

The Sandringham Game and Country Fair returns for another year of family-friendly fun on 12-13 September. There will be five dedicated arenas. In the largest of these, the Andy Singleton Arena, you will be wowed by the incredible Horsemen of the Knight. In the afternoon visitors can see the hilarious new Wild West Rodeo show. The weekend will also feature horseboarders and ongoing displays of working dogs, racing ferrets, majestic birds of prey, shire horses at work and Pinxton’s Puppets. www.livingheritagecountryshows.com.

The Jolly Sailors win ‘Best Family Pub’ for 3rd year

The Jolly Sailors pub at Brancaster Staithe has been named joint winner for the third year running of the Best Family Pub for the East Anglia and East Midlands region in the Great British Pub Awards 2015. Ed Berrington, editor Publican’s Morning Advertiser said: “The judges commended The Jolly Sailors for their fantastic family friendly atmosphere as well as a great food offer for both children and parents.” It’s the pubs second national award this month. The Jolly Sailors has also won Alastair Sawday’s Community Award 2015/16.

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Stevenage Leisure Limited in association with Jordan Productions present

Starring

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Daniella Piper as Belle

David O’Mahony as Prince Valliant

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27 November 2015-24 January 2016

Box Office: 01438 363200 The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ www.gordon-craig.co.uk

AROUND THE REGION

Beer, Barbers and Butchers

The gory world of the barber surgeon will be brought back to life in King's Lynn's Saturday Market Place on 12-13 September from 11am until 5pm as the fascinating history of traditional trades from that part of town are explored in an exciting event for all the family. Beer, Barbers and Butchers celebrates a host of traditional trades that were based in the St Margaret’s and St Nicholas Townscape Heritage Initiative area. This fun, free, family event features a range of activities including a Barber Shop Quarter performance, local butchers and brewers selling their wares and demonstrating their skills, and a display of hairdressing and barbering skills from local salons. There will be a number of activities on each day. www.west-norfolk.gov.uk.

Ed Sheeran to be awarded an honorary doctorate from UCS

Suffolk’s Ed Sheeran and Akenfield writer Ronald Blythe will be awarded honorary degrees by University Campus Suffolk (UCS). The multi award-winning singer songwriter, Ed Sheeran, from Framlingham is being recognised for his outstanding contribution to music. Despite the musician’s global fame, the 24 year old remains loyal to his Suffolk roots. Writer Ronald Blythe is arguably one of our most renowned and best loved English writers. The honorary awards will be presented during formal graduation ceremonies celebrating the successes of approximately 1,800 students from UCS held across Suffolk and Great Yarmouth between 26 September and 21 October.

Hylands House and Park Beats Westminster Abbey in Visitor Figures

Hylands House and Park in Chelmsford, Essex is the second most visited attraction in England according to the latest annual survey by VisitEngland. The House and Park are owned by Chelmsford City Council and are only topped in the survey by the Tower of London. The Park also had more visitors than sites steeped in history such as Stonehenge and the Houses of Parliament. VisitEngland’s Annual Attractions Survey showed that Hylands has a huge popularity with 1.9 million people entering its Grounds in 2014, Westminster Abbey had 1.8 million and the Tower of London reached 3.1 million.    eastlife.co.uk | 15

Your health - or that of your unborn child, is invaluable, so why wait to get the results you need? We offer a swift and responsive ultrasound service, run by fully qualified sonographers. We use the latest, state of the art equipment, capable of ‘4D’ imaging. AVAILABLE SERVICES INCLUDE: • Early Pregnancy Scan • Down’s Syndrome Screening (Harmony Test, First Trimester combined screening and QUAD) • Anomaly Scan • 2D/3D/4D Growth, Gender, Presentation Scans

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AROUND THE REGION

Foxholes Farm Shop wins Hertfordshire’s Best Farmer’s Market Stallholder Award

Foxholes Farm Shop has been declared winner of the ‘Best Farmer’s Market Stallholder’ in the Hertfordshire Food & Drink Awards 2015. At the ceremony held at Shendish Manor, it also received two highly commended certificates for ‘Outstanding Customer Service Excellence’ and ‘Best Independent Food Retailer/ Producer of the Year’. These come swiftly after winning two awards at the Inspiring Herts Business Awards. Managing partner of Foxholes Farm Shop, Catherine Smith said: “We are very proud of this award and being nominated for all three categories, as these particular awards were voted for by the public.” In its 8th year, local is Foxholes Farm Shop’s passion, producing and selling fresh, flavoursome and ethical farm produce, reducing food miles and supporting other local farms and the community. Foxholes Farm is a 3rd generation family run business with arable and livestock enterprises. The farm celebrates its 50th Anniversary in farming this year.

Walk with a Fork to raise funds for Ormiston Families

If you’re a foodie who enjoys a good Sunday walk, why not join the East of England’s leading family charity, Ormiston Families, on one of its Walk with a Fork events this autumn? Featuring an eight mile walk around the beautiful grounds of Helmingham Hall in Suffolk on Sunday 6 September, Layer Marney Tower in Essex on Sunday 20 September and Walsingham Abbey in Norfolk on Sunday 4 October, visitors will be treated to tasty treats along the route from some of the region’s local food producers. This year’s Walk with a Fork is being supported by a host of local food producers including Aspall Cyder, Fairfield Crisps, Alder Tree Ice Creams and James White Drinks. For tickets visit: www.ormiston.org/walkwithafork or call 01473 705030.

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at Capel Manor Gardens (sponsored by David Burrows Supplies Centre)

Sunday 6th September 2015 10am - 5pm Motor along to the Classic and Vintage Vehicle Show, with cars from as far back as the 1920’s, the Annual Rally of The North London & Middlesex Morris Minors Association, Auto Jumble and many food stalls. Also new for 2015, live music playing throughout the day! Car entries £6.50 per vehicle (if booked in advance) and £7.50 if paying on the day. Download an entry form online at www.capelmanorgardens.co.uk

Admission Fees: Adults Adults £6.50 £6.50 Concessions Concessions £5.50 £5.50 Children Children (2-16 (2-16 years) years) £3.50 £3.50 Children Children (1 (1 year year and and under) under) free free of of charge charge

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Whether it’s an incredible journey or adrenaline filled adventure, there’s something very special about a once in a lifetime opportunity. If your New Year resolution was to see more of the world or encounter an extraordinary experience but you’ve not quite managed it, you’ll be pleased to know there’s plenty of “bucket list” type activities right here in the East of England. We’ve put together our top things to do – after all you only live once!

Indoor skydiving

Feel the adrenaline rush of a skydive without the actual terror of hurling yourself from a plane at Bodyflight Bedford. Fun and exciting, wind speeds of 180mph support your body mid-air allowing you to fly. A number of experiences are available. We’d recommend the Experience 2 Flights, which is the equivalent of jumping out of a Boeing 747 at over 40,000ft. Tel: 0845 200 2960 | www.bodyflight.co.uk

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Cookery class

Whether you love to cook or are a complete novice, The Cookery School at Braxted Park, based near Witham, Essex, is a must try. Throughout the year the school hosts a number of themed courses including Thai, Indian and one of its most popular courses, Moroccan. For something out of the ordinary, next month try the ‘An Introduction to Game’ course. Emma Crowhurst of BBC2's Food and Drink Programme teaches the art of preparing feathered game from plucking to plate before tucking into the four prepared meals you’ve cooked with wine in the evening. The course takes place 23 October, priced £145 per person. Tel: 01621 890300 | www.braxtedparkcookery.co.uk Flying lesson

Take to the skies with a Classic Wings Trial Flying Lesson at IWM Duxford, Cambs. The lesson includes an introduction into the world of flying as an instructor talks your through the basic principles and controls. You’ll then get to live out your dream as you take to the air for a 30 or 60 minute flying lesson. Tel: 01255 473832 | www.classic-wings.co.uk Become a zoo keeper

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a zoo keeper? Well now there’s no need to imagine as Colchester Zoo offers the opportunity to step into the boots of a keeper for the day. Escorted by the dedicated team you’ll venture behind the scenes and get up close to some of the world’s most incredible animals. Learn new skills and find out what it takes to care for the creatures. There are three schemes to choose from so you’re bound to find something you like. Tel: 01206 331292 | www.colchester-zoo.com Wine tasting

East Anglia is home to some of the most luscious vineyards in the country with plenty of tasting and tour experiences available. Throughout the year Weststreet Vineyard, Coggeshall, Essex, offer Saturday workshops for those looking for an exciting introduction into wine and hosts vineyard tours and wine tasting comprising of six English wines for groups of four or more. Winbirri Vineyards, near Norwich have a range of tour and tasting experience days, while the Essex Wine School features a selection of courses plus private tastings, ideal if you’re looking to impress your dinner party guests! www.weststreetvineyard.co.uk

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Fly a Boeing 737

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to take the controls of a passenger aircraft? To understand the rows of lights and controls of a cockpit is mind boggling, but at The Flight Studio in Cambridge you can get to grasp with the very same controls as a pilot on a Boeing 737. The studio is an exact real-life replica of the passenger plane and is an incredible experience that brings you as close as possible to being an airline pilot. Prices from £99 Tel: 01223 750 737 | www.flightstudio.co.uk Go behind the scenes at Tattersalls

If you’re a lover of horse racing then the Tattersalls package is a must. Start your day with a guided tour of the Newmarket Gallops where you will see some of the 3,000 racehorses exercising followed by a visit to a busy trainer's yard. You’ll then stop at either The National Stud or the National Horseracing Museum for a spot of lunch before being taken to Tattersalls to have a behind the scenes tour and learn what bloodstock agents and buyers are looking for when picking a horse to bid on. You will get to sit in the famous Tattersalls ring and witness the adrenaline and excitement as horses are paraded and bid on for thousands of Guineas. Price £80 per person Tel: 0844 748 9200 | www.discovernewmarket.co.uk Ghost hunting

If you’re fascinated by things that go bump in the night push your bravery to the limits with a ghost tour of the region’s most haunted and oldest buildings. The Ghost Walks of Norwich take place three times a week and are a great way of experiencing the tales of the city. Creep through alleyways and hidden courtyards and hear stories of hauntings and tragic events of yesteryear. If you’re feeling exceptionally brave try a Fright Night ghost tour. There are number of haunted locations available including St Neots Museum and Burwell House in Cambridgeshire and Coalhouse Fort in Essex. www.ghostwalksnorwich.co.uk | www.frightnights.co.uk Tandem Skydiving

Falling from 13,00ft at 120mph is certainly a once in a lifetime experience and it’s available at UK Parachuting at Beccles Airfield. The tandem skydiving experience allows you to free-fall with a qualified instructor before safely gliding under the parachute where you’ll take in stunning views of the county and beyond. Prices from £185. Tel: 01502 476131 | www.ukparachuting.co.uk

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We love festivities here at The White Lion and once again are looking forward to celebrating this special time of year with you.

From live music nights and seven-course banquets, to Santa Sundays and afternoon teas by the sea there is plenty for everyone in this magical part of Suffolk.

If you fancy a longer stay and a real vacation this Christmas, we have some fantastic overnight packages, too!

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PARTY Responsible for organising the office party this year? Looking for somewhere for friends and family to gather together to celebrate the festive season? Worry not, as Eastlife has a guide to some of the best venues in the area. First stop as organiser of the office do should be Best Parties Ever (www.bestpartiesever.com), the country’s leading Christmas party supplier. The company takes over stunning venues across the country putting on exclusive themed parties.

Enjoy Narnia on selected Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays throughout November and December and into January. Shared party nights include a three course Christmas dinner, disco and dancing until 12.30am, table decorations and Christmas crackers.

Choose from Moonlit in Marrakech in Billericay, Rio Carnival in Aldenham Country Park, Watford and Dream Circus at Willen Lake, Milton Keynes.

Prices vary between £35 and £45 per person. Alternatively, take over the venue and host your own private night in the themed venue from as little as £35 per person.

The themed nights include food, drink and themed bars, as well as appropriate entertainment including casinos, dancing, shows and of course, dodgems! Prices start from £37.50 per person plus VAT. Drinks wristbands can be added for all-inclusive drinks (Prices vary per venue). This Christmas Ufford Park in Woodridge, Suffolk (www.uffordpark.co.uk) is taken over by a winter wonderland as it transforms itself into Narnia. Open the magical wardrobe doors, push past the faux fur coats and enter the land of eternal winter. The Deben Suite will be transformed for the night into a Narnian forest.

Looking for a smaller group celebration? Then why not choose the private dining option at Ufford Park for up to 18 people with a three course meal, choice of arrival drinks, ½ bottle of house wine each, Christmas crackers and all for only £35 per person. Enjoy a spectacular Christmas party or celebration at Stoke by Nayland, Colchester, Essex (www.stokebynayland.com) with their Classic Christmas Party Night. The party not only includes a delicious three course festive dinner, but also a night of dancing with a DJ and a fun, free photobooth for some party capers for £41.95 per person. This year, the hotel is also hosting a Shoestring Christmas Party Night for those on a budget for only £27 per person on select nights during the festive season. This stripped back party will still enjoy dancing and a DJ along with a two course festive dinner. eastlife.co.uk | 27

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South Farm (www.south-farm.co.uk) in Royston, Cambridgeshire is a special venue choice for your Christmas party. Transformed into a magical wonderland with fairy lights and Christmas trees galore, the beautiful venue will assign an events manager to help you organise a bespoke lunch or evening event. You can even stay the night with five en-suite bedrooms on site plus four authentic Romany and Showman’s Wagons rooms on the grounds, along with a ploughman’s wagon. Prices vary depending on packages from £46 per person for a three course hot buffet to £58 per person for a three course sit down meal. Included in the package along with the meal are welcome drinks such as Winter Pimms, tea/coffee with mini mince pies and an evening of dancing with a disco and DJ. The Cliff Hotel in Gorleston, Great Yarmouth (www.thecliffhotel.co.uk) is offering a variety of party nights, perfect for the whole office, from Murder Mystery Christmas Themed Nights including a three course festive meal and after party for £32.50 per person, a Christmas Burlesque Show with Binksy’s Showgirls including a three course meal and after party for £32.50 per person, Tribute Christmas Party Nights from £26.95 per person and Christmas party nights for as little as £26.95 per person. There’s a whole host of local themed parties, nights and events throughout the festive season to suit everyone. Keep an eye on Eastlife (www.eastlife.co.uk) for more inspiration in the run up to Christmas.

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This Christmas, The Bull Inn at Barton Mills is going all out. Set to be bigger and better than last year, the boutique, pub and restaurant has established itself as one of the most popular places for a festive night out across the region. Whether you’re after a formal intimate evening or full on party action, there’s something to suit all needs with a range of themed evenings to choose from. The ‘Circus Wonderland – Dancing Through the Decades’ evening is sure to be a hit. Taking place in the themed luxury marquee guests will be greeted by the ringmaster and treated to a night of entertainment from the 60s through to today with plenty of circus fun and games along the way. The evening includes a three course dinner and is priced from £38 per person.

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Thinking of heading to the theatre? We’re here to help with a fantastic selection of the best of the autumn/winter season. Smash hit West End musicals, top drawer drama and stunning dance makes Norwich Theatre Royal’s programme for early 2016 an exciting one. Top of the list for musical fans will be The Bodyguard, starring Alexandra Burke and featuring Whitney Houston’s greatest hits, while two all-time favourite shows head back to Norwich – Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Hairspray. Exciting drama productions include the RSC’s A Midsummer’s Night Dream marking the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death. The James Plays presents a trilogy of drama productions following the Stewart Kings of Scotland from 1406-1488. The plays will run consecutively, giving audiences the chance to see all three in one day. Matthew Kelly will reprise his West End role in the heart-warming Toast, while Robert Powell takes the lead in the provocative King Charles 111. English Touring Opera returns, as does Matthew Bourne with Sleeping Beauty and Northern Ballet with Swan Lake; and there will be dancing on ice with Cirque de Glace; urban, tap and hip hop with Tap Factory; and thrilling stunts with Cirque Berserk. This month Irish crooner Daniel O’Donnell performs in concert on 21 and 22 September. www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

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Over in Suffolk, The New Wolsey Theatre’s autumn season is looking as busy as ever. Headlining the season is a new actor-musician production of the classic swingin’ sixties musical Sweet Charity, which runs from Thursday 3 to Saturday 26 September. The New Wolsey Theatre’s ever-popular rock’n’roll pantomime The Sword in the Stone will run from 26 November to 30 January 2016. Advanced booking is recommended for rock’n’roll pantomimes, as a third of tickets across 85 performances have already been snapped up! www.wolseytheatre.co.uk The autumn season at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds really does have it all – comedy, drama, music and the hugely popular pantomime. Director of the Theatre Royal, Karen Simpson is directing one of the season’s highlights, the smart, sassy and sexy Miss Nightingale – The Musical, 30 September to 3 October, which will take audiences back to the 1940s. BAFTA-nominated Cathy Tyson stars in another season highlight, She Called Me Mother, about Trinidadian woman, Evangeline, 11-12 November, while funny man, Patrick Kielty returns to his stand-up roots with a brand new show, 8 November. If the 1920s is your thing then The Great Gatsby will immerse you in the decadence of America’s Jazz Age as seen through the eyes of Nick Carraway in this sizzling new adaption of F Scott Fitzgerald’s masterpiece. For younger theatregoers, there’s trouble brewing down on Marty Macdonald’s Farm on 25 October and an exciting musical for the whole family, Rapunzel, 14 to 15 February. Not forgetting the theatre’s traditional family pantomime which this year tells the story of Jack and the Beanstalk from 27 November to 10 January. www.theatreroyal.org

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Watford Colosseum has a jam-packed schedule ahead. Be sure to check out Beyond the Barricade on 3 October. Recreating original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, this cast of past principal performers from Les Miserables, presents a blockbusting two-hour show, and is now established as the nation’s favourite musical theatre concert. Hertford Theatre welcomes Hansel and Gretel as its pantomime this year. Join the daring duo as they journey into the heart of the frozen ice forest, munch on the mintiest mints, dodge the foxes and wrestle with the wickedest of wicked witches! Hansel and Gretel is a fairy tale panto for all the family, full of volcanic dances, sweet-toothed songs and giggles by the sledge-full. Classics in Essex

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The Princes Theatre in Clacton has a host of classic treats lined up this season. On 31 October Peter Pan: The Musical flies onto the stage. A spectacular musical adaptation of the timeless tale about the boy who never grows up, there will be enchanting songs and plenty of fun and laughter. Visitors are encouraged to dress as their favourite character and there will be a special prize for the best dressed.

Theatre lovers will not be disappointed with the range of performances on offer, from student theatre to touring and West End shows. Cambridge Corn Exchange brings to life Lord of the Flies on 6 to 10 October, followed by a tribute from Frankly Sinatra on 17 October.

From 18 to 30 December, visitors can get into the Christmas spirit with the magical journey of one of Charles Dickens’ best-loved tales, A Christmas Carol. www.essex-live.co.uk

The Cambridge Arts Theatre will present a lively rendition of Cinderella as its pantomime from 3 December to 17 January. Featuring the Arts Theatre’s trademark blend of songs, laughter, joy and magic this is a festive night out for all the family to enjoy.

This month on 19 September at Chelmsford Civic Theatre, Maaike Breijman brings the music of Kate Bush to life. With a remarkable resemblance to the star in vocal style and appearance, the extraordinary singer is accompanied by a fantastic live band. One of the biggest performances of the month has to be the acclaimed Sister Act. The family-friendly smash hit musical comedy based on the movie starring Whoopi Goldberg. Award-winning CAODS return to the Civic Theatre with this sparking tribute to the universal power of friendship. www.chelmsford.gov.uk/theatres

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Rob Beckett: Mouth of the South Fri 2nd Oct 8.00pm Tickets: £14 Funny man Beckett takes to the stage.

Lucy Kay Live Sun 11th Oct 8.00pm Tickets: £17, £16 concs Last year’s Britain’s Got Talent runner up performs an array of opera, jazz & musical theatre scores.

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This month Bure Valley Railway (www.bvrw.co.uk) continues its 25th anniversary celebrations from 26 – 27 September with an event dedicated to the heritage of steam in small scales. Alongside the fleet of 15inch engines purpose built for line, there will be two visiting engines and an extensive timetable in operation which will allow visitors to see as many different locomotives as possible across the nine miles between Aylsham and Wroxham. Price: Adult £12.50, child £6.50

Taking place from 4 to 6 September at Peakhill Farm, Theberton, the family-friendly event offers a fantastic weekend of live music, DJs, theatre and cabaret. There’s a mix of old and new, 1920s and 30s jive and swing blended with rhythmic tunes and bouncy beats. Storytellers will entertain the kids with tales and fables, along with stilt walkers and a full circus. Ticket prices from £25. www.mauiwauievents.co.uk

Out There Festival, Great Yarmouth

The end of the month, 26-27 September, sees Audley End House and Gardens celebrate all things apple. Gobble down golden delicious treats in the tearoom, see how the Victorians would have cooked a pink lady in the service wing, and enjoy pressing and tasting. Become a bobbing champion before meeting the Victorian gardener to learn how to deal with harvest pests in the orchard, while falconers show how they dealt with them in the field. Get hands on as you draw back your archers bow, spin the pottery wheel and weave with coppice wood to create an autumnal animal. The garden team will be on hand to share top tips, tours and pruning demos for green-fingered fans. All this and a local folk band playing traditional tunes throughout the weekend makes this festival the apple of everyone’s eye! Price: Adult £16, child £9.60 www.english-heritage.org.uk/audley

From 18 to 20 September the Out There Festival (www.outtherefestival.com) returns to the Norfolk seaside town of Great Yarmouth for everything from daring acrobatics and aerial stunts to dazzling dance and theatre shows, hilarious walkabout acts and spectacular large-scale street theatre. Now in its eighth year, the festival draws crowds of up to 50,000 visitors to the town around the St George’s Park area, streets, venues and open spaces. This year’s highlights include C’era Una Volta (Once Upon A Time), a spectacular multimedia outdoor show for all ages and headline show Tambours de la Muerte (Drums of Death), by renowned French company Transe Express; a processional performance, based on the Mexican celebration of the Day of the Dead, featuring gigantic skeleton puppets, stilt walkers and masked drummers. Cambridge Literary Festival

Starting in September, Cambridge Literary Festival is hosting a series of events during the lead-up to its winter festival (28-29 November). For those with a big literary appetite, a hunger for humour and a craving for critical thinking, Cambridge Literary Festival will stage a series of mid-week events to provide some food for thought for those needing a literary fix before the winter festival. Visit our website for more details on the forthcoming events at www.eastlife.co.uk

Apple Festival, Audley End, Essex

St Albans and Harpenden Food and Drink Festival, Herts

Held between 22 September and 5 October, the festival showcases the fantastic range of food, drink and produce available throughout St Albans District. With so many excellent eateries providing fabulous food and delightful drinking holes, the festival is a great time to try something new or different, opening with a Harpenden Food Court on Sunday 27 September and finishing up with an exciting Finale Street Festival in St Albans with Chef’s Theatre on Sunday 4 October. The CAMRA St Albans Beer and Cider Festival will be held 30 September to 3 October. www.enjoystalbans.com

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OPEN DAYS Parents can look online and study a school’s brochure but nothing can compare to experiencing the atmosphere of a school first hand with an open day. To ensure you don’t miss the chance of viewing the right school for your child, we’ve rounded up open days across the region. NORFOLK

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Hethersett Old Hall School A whole school open event takes place 3 October, 10am to 12 noon. It’s a chance to see the school in action and meet staff, pupils and parents. Norwich Road, Hethersett, Norwich NR9 3DW Tel: 01603 810390 | www.hohs.co.uk

Stephen Perse Foundation Various open days will be held over the next few months; senior school on 19 September, city pre-prep and junior school on 10 October, Madingley pre-prep and Dame Bradbury’s on 17 October and sixth form college opening evening on 3 November. Union Road, Cambridge CB2 1HF Tel: 01223 454700 | www.stephenperse.com

Norwich High School The open day on 26 September, 10am – 12.30pm, offers a chance to view this all girl’s school, which offers education from nursery to sixth form levels. 95 Newmarket Road, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 2HU Tel: 01603 453265 | www.norwichhigh.gdst.net The Judith Fox Ballet School Offering dance classes for all ages, the school will be hosting open days for future students. Visitors are advised to enquire directly for dates. The Foxes, Tuttles Lane East, Wymondham NR18 0EW Tel: 01953 607 235 | www.judithfoxballetschool.co.uk Hilltop Outdoor Centre Hilltop Outdoor Centre in Sheringham is a high quality, family run independent Outdoor Education Centre. There are two themed centres within the grounds of Hilltop, the rustic Woodland Lodge and the coastal style Seaview House, which together accommodate up to 150 school children. Old Wood, Sheringham, NR26 8TS | Tel: 01263 824514

Peterborough University College Open Days are a great way to get a snap shot of what university life is like at UCP and provide you with all the information. Open day is 5 October, 5.30pm to 8pm. Tel: 0845 196 5750 | www.peterborough.ac.uk Cambridge Regional College Learn more about the courses available with an open day on 20 and 21 November. King’s Hedges Road, Cambridge CB4 2QT Tel: 01223 418200 | www.camre.ac.uk King Slocombe School of Dance The school’s ethos is committed to the personal development of the children and students, encouraging each and every one to fulfil their potential and gain from learning to dance whether they go on to be professional or not. Contact directly for open days. 8 Emmanuel Road, Cambridge CB1 1JW Tel: 01223 356023 | www.kingslocombe.com

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COLCHESTER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

A Specialist Science College and a Specialist Language College DIRECT ENTRY INTO THE SIXTH FORM SEPTEMBER 2016

We are a small, caring and welcoming 11-18 school, with a nationally outstanding record of public examination success. Please telephone 01206 576973 for further information. • Excellent A Level results • Traditional yet innovative • Well-structured • Ofsted “Outstanding” • Outstanding Drama and extra-curricular • Language, Science and Maths Specialists • Expert tuition • Friendly, supportive and caring • Winners of Young Enterprise

Sixth Form Information Evening 4th November 2015 Talks at 6pm & 7pm Please phone the school if you would like to attend an evening talk www.cchsg.com Headteacher: Gillian Marshall

‘Pupils develop as confident, talented and educated young women who are ready to make a difference in the world around them’

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St Mary’s School for Girls

A friendly, academic independent school for girls aged 3-16 (and boys aged 3-4). Come along to our Autumn Open Days

Kindergarten 26 September; Senior School 5, 8, 10 October; Lower School 5 November

For more information, please visit our website or contact our Registrar.

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Peterborough needs a graduate workforce Study locally for your degree! Find out more at: e: ucpenquiries@anglia.ac.uk w: peterborough.ac.uk/ucp t: 01223 695750 / 0845 196 5750

High quality teaching in small groups across a wide range of courses in a custom-built sixth form teaching environment. Come and join in our success. Talk to us now about your application. For a prospectus, further information, or to arrange a visit, please contact us at Philip Morant College, Rembrandt Way, Colchester CO3 4QS  thecollege@philipmorant.essex.sch.uk  01206 244027  www.philipmorant.essex.sch.uk/college

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Phillip Morant School and College Offering high quality teaching in small groups, the school will be open for viewing from week commencing 17 September. Rembrandt Way, Colchester, Essex CO3 4QS Tel: 01206 545222 | www.philipmorant.essex.sch.uk St. Margaret’s Prep School The next open morning will be held in October. Tours led by current parents are available for all age groups and visitors will have the opportunity to meet pupils and staff. Gosfield Hall Park, Gosfield, Halstead, Essex CO9 1SE Tel: 01787 472134 | www.stmargaretsprep.com Colchester High School The school’s new sixth is now open and will hold an information evening on 4 November at 6.30pm. 15 Wellesley Road, Colchester, Essex CO3 3HD Tel: 01206 573389 | www.colchesterhighschool.co.uk Felsted School Meet senior staff, subject teachers and current pupils, who can give you an insight into life at Felsted with an open day on 3 October. Felsted, Essex, CM6 3LL Tel: 01371 822600 | www.felsted.org Friends’ School The open day on 17 October will provide the opportunity to experience the entire site and talk to teachers, pupils and other prospective parents on a friendly and informal basis. Mount Pleasant Road, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 3EB Tel: 01799 525351 | www.friends.org.uk Colchester County High School For Girls An open evening for sixth form prospective applicants and their parents will be available on 4 November with presentations at 6pm and 7pm. Norman Way, Colchester CO3 3US Tel: 01206 576973 | www.cchsg.com St Mary’s School For Girls Autumn open days are available 5, 8 and 10 October. 91 Lexden Road, Colchester, CO3 3RB Tel: 01206 527 544 | www.stmaryscolchester.org.uk

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Norwich High School GDST (3-18 years)

Junior and Senior Schools OPEN MORNING Saturday 26th September 10am - 12.30pm 95 Newmarket Road, Norwich, NR2 2HU

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Friends’ School Saffron Walden

A small and vibrant school in the heart of Saffron Walden for pupils aged 3-18 with boarding from age 11 admissions@friends.org.uk www.friends.org.uk 01799 525351

Howe Green House School Great Hallingbury Bishop’s Stortford Hertfordshire CM22 7UF www.howegreenhouseschool.co.uk

Open Morning 9.15–11.30am on Tuesday 17th March 2015 We are an independent co-educational day school and nursery for 2–11 year olds providing high-quality education within a nurturing environment. Please call us on 01279 657706 to register your interest.

‘Outstanding contribution to children’s well-being’

Discover what makes St Joseph’s feel different Prep & Senior School Open Day Saturday 26 September, tours at 9.30am & 11.30am Register today with our Admissions Team on 01473 694575 or admissions@stjos.co.uk

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Tring Park School for the Performing Arts Open days on 9, 15 and 16 October, offer an opportunity to be shown around the school, meet the Principal, senior members of staff and pupils, and to see performances by pupils on all the vocational courses. Mansion Dr, Tring, Hertfordshire HP23 5LX Tel: 01442 824255 | www.tringpark.com St Francis College The college open day for all parts of the School will take place 3 October. Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire SG6 3PJ Tel: 01462 670511 | www.st-francis.herts.sch.uk St Thomas More Catholic Teaching School An open evening will be held for new year 9 students on 29 September and 6 October for year 7 students. Tyne Crescent, Beds, MK41 7UL Tel: 01234 400222 | www.st-thomasmore.org.uk Bedford Girls School Learn more about how the school can help your daughter develop her education at the open morning on 10 October at 10am. Cardington Road, Bedford MK42 0BX Tel: 01234 361900 | www.bedfordgirlsschool.co.uk St Albans School Open mornings will provide a chance to listen to the headmaster speak, visit different departments and talk to members of staff and view our facilities. Reserve a place on 19 September, 10 October, 15 October or 14 November. Abbey Mill Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 4HB Tel: 01727 855521 | www.st-albans.herts.sch.uk

Northampton High School An open day for the whole school from nursery to sixth form will take place 10 October, 10am to 1pm. Newport Pagnell Road, Hardingstone, Northampton NN4 6UU | Tel: 01604 765765 The Royal Masonic School for Girls Whole school open days will be available on 11 October, 2pm to 5pm. Alternatively pop along during an open morning on 12 and 13 October. Rickmansworth Park, Rickmansworth, Herts, WD3 4HF Tel: 01923 773168 | www.royalmasonic.herts.sch.uk

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St Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College The open day provides the opportunity for families to discover the environment that surrounds everyday life at the College. Pre-school and senior open day is 26 September, with tours at 9.30am and 11.30pm. Belstead Road, Ipswich, IP2 9DR Tel: 01473 690281 | www.stjos.co.uk Ipswich High School for Girls The all girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; school will hold a number of open days in autumn. Whole school open days will be held 3 October and 20 November and sixth form open day 14 October. Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1AZ Tel: 01473 780201 | www.ipswichhighschool.co.uk

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The only ‘Outstanding’ Borough Secondary School Head Teacher: Alison Wilshaw

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Year 9 Open Evening Tuesday 29th September 6pm-8.30pm Year 7 Open Evening Tuesday 6th October 6pm-8pm

‘The achievement of pupils across all ages is exceptional’ ISI Inspection Report 2014

• Excellent examination results • Coach services at 4pm and 6pm • Finest games facilities in the county • Extensive extra-curricular activities • Bursaries and Scholarships (up to 100%) awarded at each entry level • Easy reach by Thameslink train

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Oxford House School www.oxfordhouseschool.net • Montessori teaching methods • Emphasis on academic achievement From Nursery to Sixth Form (3-18 years), outstanding success is achieved through a broad and challenging curriculum. In a happy, friendly environment, girls visibly grow in confidence and ability, emerging as fully rounded, educated young women.

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At Colchester High School, we encourage all our pupils to realise their full potential by ensuring we offer a caring, friendly and focused environment in which learning can take place. Small class sizes and a stable, committed team of staff ensure a tailored approach to the needs of each child. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum throughout the school, encouraging the pupils to achieve their academic goals and to develop a wide range of talents.

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Organisation will play a key part in keeping your sanity. Ring binders and Excel spreadsheets will become your new best friends. They’re great for staying on track of RSVPs, costs and tasks. It’s also useful for recording everyone’s address, which you’ll need for save the dates, invitations and thank you cards – I’m sorry to say this is a lesson I learned the hard way. I lost count how many times I called my mum asking for the family’s addresses.

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You may want to be in control of the entire wedding but don’t be afraid to accept help. If a friend is able to assist with a specific detail take them up on the offer. A friend of mine helped with writing my table plan – her handwriting is much better than my scrawl! However, if the person offering to help is completely incompetent of the suggested task, politely decline. Be Selfish

You’ll never please everyone. Understand this from the offset and the process will be a lot easier. There will always be people who can’t make certain dates, family members that don’t like your ideas, someone who doesn’t like chicken – so what? It’s your wedding day, do what makes you both happy. However, at no point never ever be nasty. DIY Projects

Avoid like the plague. Those cute mason jars wrapped in hessian look simple enough on Pinterest but are a good way for you to wind up sobbing in a heap of stranded material two weeks before your big day. DIY cake – unless you’re Mary Berry, don’t bother. Don’t try to be unique

No wedding is unique, so stop trying right now. Flowers, colour schemes, cute signage – it has all been done before. You’ll be able to put your own stamp on the day by just being you. Stick to your budget and stop aiming for a Kim Kardashian extravaganza of a wedding.

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13 September The Wedding Prom and Party Wedding Show This promises to be full of inspiration and style with 80 local top-class exhibitors promoting everything from a wonderful collection of bridal dresses and men's formal hire to handmade wedding stationery, modern photography, classic cars and much more. Marriott Hotel and Country Club Wedding Fair, Sprowston Manor, Wroxham Road, Norwich, NR7 8RP www.weddingpromandparty.co.uk Tel: 0845 230 1666

6 September The Newmarket Wedding Show A wedding show with over 130 exhibitors, a bridal gallery and inspiration as well as live entertainment going on throughout the day. Rowley Mile Racecourse, Newmarket, CB8 0TF www.thenewmarketweddingshow.co.uk Tel: 0345 257 2921

27 September Great Yarmouth Racecourse Autumn Wedding Show A fantastic autumn wedding fair at Great Yarmouth Racecourse with over 30 of the finest wedding suppliers in Norfolk, a bridal fashion show and free entry. Jellicoe road, Great Yarmouth, NR30 4AU www.greatyarmouth-racecourse.co.uk Tel: 01493 842527 11 October Fairytale Wedding Festival With over 30 handpicked weddings exhibitors, live musicians, wedding inspiration, advice and much more, this exhibition is not to be missed. Leziate Park, Brow of the Hill, Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lynn, PE32 1EN www.fairytaleweddingshows.co.uk

20 September Take My Hand Wedding Fair This event offers a spacious and modern setting in which you can chat with wedding experts about your plans for the day, grab some lunch at the cafe, listen to live music, see demonstrations, enter exclusive competitions and be inspired. The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD www.takemyhand.co.uk Tel: 07769 962102 4 October Wedding Fayre This exhibition provides some wonderful wedding exhibitors with three top wedding dress companies with the latest designs and trends, gorgeous cakes, vintage cars, florists, photo fantastic photography and much more. The Venue at Kersey Mill, Stone Street, Ipswich IP7 6DP www.thevenueatkerseymill.co.uk

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13 September Peterborough Marriott Wedding Fair The very finest exhibitors in the area can be found here with one of the largest and most prestigious events in Peterborough. If you are getting married in the Peterborough area, this is the event to be at! The Marriott hotel, Lynch Wood, Peterborough, PE2 6GB www.marriott.com Tel: 07545 034106 20 September Wedding Spectacular With up to 40 leading suppliers in at the Royal Cambridge Hotel and fabulous fashion shows, brides-to-be have the perfect opportunity to view some of the very best businesses in Cambridge. Royal Cambridge Hotel, Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1PY www.sjhotels.co.uk/cambridge 27 September Cambridge Menzies Autumn Wedding Show Up to 32 local exhibitors will be delighted to showcase and help you plan your special day with a catwalk show, musicians, ideas and inspiration. Bar Hill, Cambridge, CB23 8EW www.truly-scrumptious-events.co.uk Tel: 07788 931633 Essex

6 September Stoke by Nayland Hotel Wedding Fair Come and be inspired by a fine selection of up to 40 quality exhibitors plus two fashion shows which showcase the latest designs on the catwalk. Keeperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lane, Leavenheath, Colchester, CO6 4PZ www.stokebynayland.com Tel: 01787 269030 20 September Houchins Wedding Show There will be a free goody bag for all brides, opportunities to taste canapĂŠs from recommended caterers and free samples from some suppliers! Houchins Farm, Coggeshall, CO6 1RT www.houchins.co.uk Tel: 01787 860125

15 October Wivenhoe House Open Day Wivenhoe House will be showcasing its beautiful 18th century country house, accompanied by a selection of the very best wedding suppliers Essex has to offer. Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ www.wivenhoehouse.co.uk Tel: 01206 863666 Beds, Bucks and Herts

6 September Hanbury Manor Wedding and Fashion Show With a fashion show, goodie bags, free entry and certified wedding planners to make your visions a reality, this event is not to be missed. Hanbury Manor, Thundridge, Ware, SG12 0SD www.marriott.co.uk Tel: 01245 895470 1 & 25 October Knebworth Barns Bride: The Wedding Fayre Enjoy the catwalk shows, enter fabulous competitions and gain fantastic expert advice on all aspects of your wedding day. Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX www.holidayinn.com/Luton-South or Tel: 01438 866073 11 October Woburn Estate Wedding Fair A wide variety of pop up wedding shops will be located in the period Antique Quarter of the Sculpture Gallery at Woburn Abbey, where you can discover everything you need for your big day. Catwalk shows will take place at 12.30pm and 2.00pm in The Sculpture Gallery. Woburn Abbey, Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, MK17 9WA www.woburnweddings.co.uk Tel: 01525 292 172 More exhibition dates available by downloading the Eastlife app!

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Choosing the right wedding venue is one of the biggest and most time consuming parts of wedding planning. To help you save some time we’ve rounded-up some of the best venues in the region. Whether you’re looking for impressive period architecture or something more low key and rustic, the East of England has some of the countries most beautiful wedding venues, ready to make your wedding day dreams come true.

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Woburn Estate From the simplest intimate wedding to the most elegant and sophisticated reception, Woburn offers three very different and distinctive venues. Couples can say their “I do’s” at The Sculpture Gallery, a majestic and elegant setting, The Woburn Hotel, located in the centre of Woburn village or the fun and quirky Safari Lodge at Woburn Safari Park, ideal for more informal wedding receptions. The Woburn Estate is holding its next Wedding Fair on Sunday 11 October. Doors will open at 10:30am and close at 3:30pm. A wide variety of pop-up wedding shops will be located in the period Antique Quarter of the Sculpture Gallery at Woburn Abbey, where you can discover everything you need for your big day. Woburn Abbey, Woburn, Bedfordshire, MK17 9WA Tel: 01525 292 172 | www.woburnweddings.co.uk

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WEDDING SPECTACULARS SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2015

ST. ANDREW’S & BLACKFRIARS’ HALLS, ST. ANDREW’S PLAIN, NORWICH

More information and Pre-register online at www.theweddingguide.info/standrews

SUNDAY 20 SEPTEMBER 2015

ROYAL CAMBRIDGE HOTEL, TRUMPINGTON STREET, CAMBRIDGE CB2 1PY

More information and Pre-Register online at www.theweddingguide.info/royalcambridge

Exclusive venue for ceremonies and receptions for 20 to 200 guests Canapés on the lawn, delicious food, dance till late with family and friends. Tattersalls will make your day memorable.

SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER 2015

THE ATHENAEUM, ANGEL HILL, BURY ST EDMUNDS

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SUNDAY 11 OCTOBER 2015

PENDLEY MANOR, COW LANE TRING, HERTS.

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SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER 2015

BEDFORD SCHOOL, DE PARYS AVENUE, BEDFORD

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SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER 2015

KNEBWORTH BARNS CONFERENCE & BANQUETING CENTRE, KNEBWORTH, HERTS.

More information and Pre-Register online at www.theweddingguide.info/knebworth

SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2015

THE HOLIDAY INN NORWICH – NORTH, (BY THE AIRPORT), CROMER ROAD, NORWICH

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All shows 11am to 4pm with Fabulous Fashion Shows at 12.30 & 2.30pm Each show with up to 50 exhibition stands Go to www.theweddingguide.info for further details

Free admission & Charity Raffles Organiser : Stephanie Callister-Jarrold 01787 460593 Details correct at time of going to press – please check website/local press before travelling

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Ufford Park Woodbridge Its historic, 120-acre parkland setting offers endless beautiful, natural photo opportunities, while elegant reception rooms and dedicated, friendly staff mean Ufford Park Woodbridge has everything to make your wedding day dreams come true. Ufford Park Golf Course, Yarmouth Road, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1QW Tel: 01394 383555 | www.uffordpark.co.uk

Hotel Felix The beautiful boutique hotel makes for a city chic venue with its restaurant and bar, light, airy orangery and spacious terrace. Set in spacious grounds, the hotel has a statuesque Victorian Villa at its centre, providing a lovely backdrop for your wedding photos. Whitehouse Lane, Huntington Rd, Cambridge CB3 0LX Tel: 01223 277977 | www.hotelfelix.co.uk

ESSEX Vaulty Manor Maldon based hospitality and leisure company, Osea Leisure, have announced the purchase of picturesque country wedding venue, Vaulty Manor and plans to completely overhaul the current offering at the beautiful destination venue, which is located in Goldhanger. Under the new ownership, Vaulty Manor will undergo a full refurbishment, including the beautiful and historic 17th Century barn and surrounding gardens, providing the added touch of elegance to any wedding day. The venue has 26 rooms to accommodate guests, which will also be luxuriously redecorated. Goldhanger Road, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex CM9 8BQ Tel: 01621 842884 | www.vaultymanor.co.uk

Norfolk

Titchwell Manor Hotel How about saying “I do” at the seaside with an unforgettable wedding at this stylish North Norfolk hotel. Picture roaring log fires and twinkling candles in the winter and tables on the lawn with gentle music in the summer; your own private Victorian manor to party the night away in and award-wining dining to match – all set to the stunning backdrop of the rugged Norfolk coast. This former farmhouse dating from 1896 has been transformed into a boutique, 27-bedroom seaside retreat combining traditional interiors with contemporary furnishings to provide the perfect wedding destination for any blushing bride or groom, whatever the season. Titchwell Manor, Titchwell, Nr Brancaster, Norfolk PE31 8BB Tel: 01485 210221 | www.titchwellmanor.com

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Mannington Gardens provide superb surroundings for a reception and there is ample room for marquees on the lawns and beautiful backgrounds for photographs.

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We specialise in a personal approach and like to consider each celebration separately and price to individual needs. We would recommend you come to see the Hall and Gardens to see if this could be the venue for you. We can help to arrange marquees, caterers, florists and photographs if you wish or provide you with addresses if you prefer to make your own arrangements. RECEPTIONS Prices start from ÂŁ400 plus VAT but each wedding is priced individually according to requirements. Receptions on Saturdays but not on garden open days. Mannington Hall, Mannington, Norfolk NR11 7BB 01263 584175 admin@walpoleestate.co.uk

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ELECTRIC ELEGANCE

Discover how this couple added a striking splash of colour to their September wedding. Colour and fun was the order of the day for Jo and Paul O’Connor when they married at Hylands House on 6 September 2014. The stylish bride and groom used a mix of styles for their big day with items that included a gorgeous gold original 50s wedding dress from quirky London boutique, Fur Coat No Knickers, and 60s style blue suits for the groom and best men. Adding more joyful zest, they even had matching pink and blue campervans as the wedding transport. The couple both work in the creative industries and have known each other for eight years. They met at a local disco and one of their first dates was at the V Festival. Though the couple originally had dreams of marrying in Italy, when it came to the crunch, the couple thought it was more important that as many of friends and family as possible could attend, and so they chose to stay local. Hylands just felt right…

“Hylands Park is where the ‘V Festival’ is held each year’ and the first venue we both looked at was Hylands House - we booked it straight away as it just felt right,” explained Jo. “It also has beautiful grounds and the staff were flexible on what food and entertainment we had, which was what made it for us.” The couple made good use of the space at Hylands House, holding their wedding ceremony in the Drawing Room, having drinks and a pianist in the Small Dining Room, the wedding breakfast in the Banqueting Room and then the Terrace Room and Entrance Hall for the evening party. Talented and helpful friends and family

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Talented and loving friends and family helped put the wedding together with some beautiful, creative touches such as the fantastic three-tier wedding cake. Jo’s Mum also altered the bridesmaids’ dresses, which were originally from Dorothy Perkins. Other beautiful touches to the wedding were often handmade by Jo herself, including the favours and table plans. She also found vintage jars for the gorgeous flower arrangements, which were created by Scent, in Leigh-on-Sea.

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Our Own Grass Fed Beef Rare-Breed Pork Local Free Range Chicken & Lamb Home made Burgers, Sausages and Bacon BBQ Packs & Marinades Home Made Pastries in our Deli British Cheeses Local Cakes, Crisps Beer , Wines & Spirits Our Tea Room has a menu to showcase Our Farm Shop Childrens Play Area Open 7 days a week

Check our website for events & opening times Tel: 01992 552900 Follow us on twitter @FoxholesFarm

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TOP Discover the best produce from around our region with a visit to a local farmers’ market. We count down our top 5...

Hertford Farmers’ Market, Herts

Located in the county town, Hertford Farmers Market has been established for over 12 years and is as popular today as it has always been. All producers are local, knowledgeable and provide a huge variety of choice for customers. Regular stallholder, award-winning Foxholes Farmshop was recently declared winner of the ‘Best Farmer’s Market Stallholder’ at the Hertfordshire Food and Drinks Awards 2015. St Ives Farmers’ Market, Cambs

This year the market was named champion in the FARMA Farmers’ Market of the Year awards, praised for its “bustling atmosphere with cheerful banter between stallholders and customers.” Held on the first and third Saturday of every month, here you’ll find delicious, fresh and high quality produce. Wyken Farmers’ Market, Suffolk

A short distance from Bury St Edmunds, surrounded by stunning Suffolk countryside and located at Wyken Vineyards, this weekly farmers’ market takes place every Saturday, 9am to 1pm. The longest running in Suffolk, it features a mix of permanent stallholders and guest appearances so it’s frequently changing. Creake Abbey Farmers’ Market, Norfolk

Held on the first Saturday of every month, 9.30am to 1pm, the award-winning market of over 50 stalls offering the very best in local produce is bursting with character. It’s held in two, newly roofed old barns, and features music and a cookery theatre at various times throughout the year. Brentwood Farmers’ Market, Essex

Located off of the High Street, outside The Baytree Centre, the market has become increasingly popular. Taking place on the second Saturday of every month, the market sells everything from fresh seasonal produce and traditional English delights to exotic and Mediterranean treats. Check out Calcotts farm shop, a short drive outside of the town. eastlife.co.uk | 73

Hertford Farmers’ Market Every 2nd Saturday in the month, 8.30am – 1pm Located in Market Place

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"Where Quality & Freshness Counts" Here at Calcott Hall we grow a variety of different crops to bring you as much home grown produce as we are able to grow. We're a small family run business, passionate about fresh, local produce and quality products and we want you to share our passion too! NS Risdon, a top quality traditional butcher is located in store. With full traceability his meat is superb. We also now have a cheese counter serving a wide range of British and continental cheeses. Something for every taste and occasion!

VISITING FISH VAN ON FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS Monday : Closed Tuesday : 8.30am – 5.30pm Wednesday : 8.30am – 5.30pm Thursday : 8.30am – 5.30pm Friday (Late Night) : 8.30am – 6.30pm Saturday : 8.30am – 5.30pm Sunday : 10am – 2pm

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FOOD & DRINK NEWS NORTH NORFOLK RESTAURANT WEEK

North Norfolk Restaurant Week, which spans two weeks from 28 September to 11 October returns for what is set to be the biggest year yet. Restaurant Week is a celebration of the vibrant culinary scene and focuses on the wealth of talent, hospitality and exceptional produce on our doorstep. Participating venues offer a menu of either ‘2 courses for £10 & 3 for £15’ or ‘2 courses for £15 & 3 for £20’. Last year saw 22 North Norfolk restaurants feeding 11,000 diners during the event. To view participants visit www.northnorfolkrestaurantweek.co.uk

Slug and Lettuce to make its mark in Chelmsford

RESTAURANT OF THE MONTH: King’s Head, Ongar, Essex

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SEPTEMBER HIGHLIGHTS:

Hatfield House Food Festival, 4-6 Sept, Hatfield House www.fantasticbritishfoodfestivals.com North Norfolk Food Festival, 5-6 Sept, Holkham Estate www.northnorfolkfoodfestival.co.uk

The Slug and Lettuce chain has opened its doors for the first time in Chelmsford following a £380k investment. Located on Annonay Walk, by The Meadows, the bar opened last month just in time for festival revellers making their way to the county for the popular V Festival. Adding a touch of panache and style to the town, the move from a Yates will appeal to a broader and slightly older audience. Customers will be presented with an extensive new menu and fantastic deals throughout the week, including 2-4-1 cocktails and brilliant discounts on wine.

The Cambridge Food, Garden & Produce Festival, 19-20 Sept, Parker’s Piece, Cambridge www.oakleighfairs.co.uk

The new site will create 32 new positions with the team headed up by experienced General Manager, Kim Candido.

St Albans Food and Drink Festival, 22 Sept – 5 Oct, Various venues throughout the city www.enjoystalbans.com

Neff master class at Anglia Factors

Audley End Apple Festival, 25-26 Sep, Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden www.english-heritage.org.uk Aldeburgh Food and Drink Fest, 26-27 Sept, Snape Maltings www.aldeburghfoodanddrink.co.uk

Anglia Factors, one of Suffolk’s leading kitchen, bathroom and cabinetry specialists, is holding two cookery demonstrations at its showroom in Martlesham on Saturday 5 September at 10:30am–12:30pm and 1:00pm–3:00pm. The events are free and open to everyone, whether they already own a Neff appliance or are thinking about buying one.

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THE CAMBRIDGE FOOD TOUR Discover an edible experience in Cambridge Reviewed by Emma Kemsley I love Cambridge and I feel so lucky to have the wonderful city on my doorstep. Hours have been spent stomping the streets while shopping, catching up with friends over long lunches and date night dinners with my husband. However, until I met Gerla at Cambridge Food Tours, I had no idea that I’ve been walking around this great city with my eyes virtually closed. The Cambridge Food Tour has recently been listed as one of the top 20 food tours in the world by Trip Advisor and it’s clear to see why. Hidden coffee shops, international cuisine and a back-street brewery; be prepared to see Cambridge in a whole new light. I joined the knowledgeable, fun and engaging Gerla and her fellow food loving companions on a sunny Saturday morning as part of the Classic Cambridge Food Tour. First stop was sampling the stickiest Chelsea buns around at Fitzbillies – a place I pass so frequently but am ashamed to say I’ve never tried. Next we headed to Bene’t Street where we heard tales of hauntings and WW2 air forces at The Eagle pub (be sure to look up at the ceiling in the back building next time you’re here). It was onto Aromi to sample Sicilian pizza breads and desserts. Finally I understand why this place always has queues out of the door – simply delicious. The establishment is set to open its third branch in the city soon.

Despite its title the tour goes beyond classic dishes. The market pit stop revealed that Cambridge is alive with international cuisine – Portuguese delicacies, worldwide cheeses and Turkey chimney cakes, my taste buds were in heaven. The day was a mix of savoury and sweet; chocolate orange fudge at The Cambridge Fudge Kitchen on King’s Parade and pork pies at The Cambridge Cheese shop on All Saints Passage were some of the highlights of the day. The Free Press pub was the perfect place to stop for lunch, where the group crammed into the sunny courtyard for flavoursome scotch eggs and ales. A quick rest and it was on towards Mill Road for a sit down tasting of wine and spirits! This was an exclusive tasting Gerla had worked on with Cambridge Wine Merchants and one that worked exceptionally well. Who knew vodka and cheese were so good together? The group couldn’t resist purchasing a bottle or two for themselves. The afternoon concluded with a visit to Calverley’s Brewery tucked away in a garage on the back streets and ice cream at Urban Larder. Five hours in length and a belly full of food, the Cambridge Food Tour is worth every penny. Whether you’re a foodie fanatic or simply love Cambridge, the tour appeals to everyone, just make sure you wear comfortable shoes and maybe skip breakfast! Classic Food Tour is priced £59.50 for adults and £35 for children under 8.

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BEST SPAS FOR FOODIES Our Spa SpyTM from The Good Spa Guide recommends the finest spa menus in the county Once upon a time, the spa and beauty industry treated food as a veritable sin, providing only limp salads and water - if you were lucky. Nowadays, food is no longer an F-word in the spa industry – quite the opposite. Indeed most spas have embraced good food as part of their programmes. If you want to be pampered, there are plenty of spas offering champagne in the hot tub (our favourite spa pastime), cream teas and AA Rosette fine dining as part of the package. In East Anglia, we are lucky to have some of the best locally produced food in the country, and happily our local spas are taking advantage of this. Here, in our opinion, are the county’s finest spas for foodies, from gourmands to vegans. Norfolk: THE HOSTE

After its £2m refurb, new(ish) award-winning head chef James O’Connor is determined to earn some Rosettes for this legendary village boutique hotel/gastropub. The Hoste’s lovely Beauty Spa is an oasis of calm amongst the bustle of Landrovers and Boden-clad families, with its own private courtyard garden with hot tub, and Clarins and Gatineau treatments. The Hoste, The Green, Burnham Market, Norfolk, PE31 8HD 01328 737 022 | www.thehoste.com Imagine Spa at Blofield Heath

You can relax in the stunning gardens of this stylish day spa and watch them pluck fruit and vegetables for your super fresh spa lunch! The menu caters for pretty much every taste, from hearty indulgence to superfood and smoothie detoxing. Try the Après Spa package (from £99 per person) which includes a bespoke tasting menu. Willow Farm, Field Lane, Blofield Heath, Norwich, Norfolk NR13 4RP 01603 712 550 | www.imaginespa.co.uk/blofieldheath

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SUFFOLK: The Spa at Bedford Lodge

A spa butler is on hand to serve you between treatments in this romantic hotel spa in the heart of horse racing country. Feast upon lunches and light bites and a good selection of Champagne while overlooking the pool and stables. Hotel guests can eat in Squires restaurant, where the food is locally sourced, modern and oh-so-special. Bury Road, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 7BX 01638 676130 | www.bedfordlodgehotel.co.uk Ufford Park Hotel, Golf and Spa

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just the facilities that come in top notch at this Suffolk countryside retreat; the food is pretty amazing too. Residential spa breaks include use of the sumptuous thermal suite, which offers a series of heating and cooling experiences, the lavish deck-level swimming pool and dinner and breakfast. The Park Restaurant chefs look after the taste buds with a seasonally changing menu and its full English breakfast is impressive too. It has even been has awarded with the Visit England Breakfast Award! Yarmouth Road, Melton, Woodbridge, IP12 1QW 01394 383555 | www.uffordpark.co.uk ESSEX: The Days Spa at Hotel Maison Talbooth

This is food and spa with a view in the heart of Constable County. After your spa treatment and swim, have lunch in the Pool House, then, perhaps after a relaxing wallow in the outdoor hot tub helping yourself to the honesty bar, let a Range Rover transport you Le Talbooth restaurant to enjoy its award-winning menu on the riverbank. Stratford Road, Dedham, Colchester CO7 6HN 01206 322367 | www.milsomhotels.com/maisontalbooth Lifehouse Spa

This chic health and fitness retreat is more for the discerning detoxer than indulgent gourmand, with an in-house Naturopath and health experts on hand. The modern Spa CafĂŠ Bar opens onto a peaceful view of the delightful Lifehouse Heritage Gardens. Sip your smoothie and feel virtuous while drinking in the plush greenery. Frinton Road, Thorpe-le-Soken, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO16 0JD 01255 860050 | www.lifehouse.co.uk

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HERTFODSHIRE: Sequoia Spa at The Grove

The impressive Grove Hotel bills itself as a hedonists’ heaven, and with good reason. From gourmet to homecooking, light bites to 10-course feasts, the 70 chefs here are passionate about quality and seasonality, hand-picking fresh fruit and veg in the walled garden. Collette’s Head Chef Russell Bateman recently scooped a National Chef of the Year award. The five-bubble spa is a sensory delight, with lunch served in a Bento box in the adjoining juice bar. Chandler’s Cross, Hertfordshire, WD3 4TG 01923 882952 | www.thegrove.co.uk The Spa at Luton Hoo

This magnificent mansion has been used in many TV shows and films, including Four Weddings and a Funeral. The Werner Restaurant is like stepping into the past, serving food ‘from a bygone era’. The bright and elegant ESPA spa with its infinity pool overlooking the gardens is served by the more contemporary Adam’s Brasserie. Work it all off in the estate’s 1,065 acres of countryside. The Mansion House, Luton, Bedfordshire LU1 3TQ 01582 734437 | www.lutonhoo.co.uk CAMBRIDGESHIRE: The Varsity Hotel & Spa

The historic 17th Century building has been giving a new lease of life by Conran & Partners, and offers views of the river Camb from the Elemis Spa, restaurant and hotel bedrooms. Relax in the Jacuzzi and watch the punts go by, and enjoy breath-taking views as well as delicious food and cocktails from the Roof Terrace. The River Bar Steakhouse & Grill looks over Magdalene College and serves traceable and sustainable prime beef, fish or vegetarian options as well as seriously tempting desserts. Thompson’s Lane (off Bridge Street) Cambridge CB5 8AQ 01223 306030 | www.thevarsityhotel.co.uk The Cambridge Quy Mill Hotel Spa

Four miles out of Cambridge, the Quy Mill boasts a 2 AA Rosette kitchen that is passionate about sourcing local produce. It serves The Imagine Spa, which has lots of lovely indulgent treatments, especially for couples. If staying, dine at the The Mill House Restaurant with its stunning views over the gardens. Church Road, Stow-Cum-Quy, Cambridge CB25 9AF 01223 293383 | www.cambridgequymill.co.uk Discover more at www.goodspaguide.co.uk eastlife.co.uk | 81

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asthma and allergies

TV’s Dr Hilary Jones tells us the dangers of asthma and allergies and the connection between the two. Food allergies are a common occurrence amongst children in the UK, as is asthma. But too few parents are aware of the links and dangers between allergies and asthma. However, the charity Haydn’s Wish has set out to change this. Around fifty percent of children up to the age of 18 suffer from one or more type of allergy (www.allergyuk.org). Furthermore, 1.1 million children suffer from asthma (www.asthma.org.uk). If you have a food allergy, you are four times more likely to have asthma. Yet, many parents across the UK are unaware of this connection. The charity Haydn’s Wish, founded by Emma Wileman who lost her son Haydn to an anaphylactic shock due to an unknown peanut allergy, is working to promote a better understanding of the links and educating both children and adults. What is an allergy?

An allergy is the result of your body’s immune system reacting to normally harmless substances, such as pollens, foods and house dust mite. In many people, the body recognises these substances as harmless but for some, their immune system identifies them as a ‘threat’ and produces an inappropriate response. Allergic reactions can vary in type and severity. Common reactions include sore throat, runny nose, red or itchy skin, sneezing and wheezing. In rare cases, the allergen can cause anaphylaxis – a severe and potentially fatal reaction, which affects the whole body. The reaction can often occur within minutes of being in contact with an allergen such as food, insect stings and medicines. If a person is having an anaphylactic reaction, they will need urgent medical attention.

What is Haydn’s Wish – Best To Test?

The campaign, ‘Best To Test’ is designed to improve the diagnosis of allergies and how to treat them, which in turn could save lives. The charity visits schools across the country raising awareness amongst teachers, parents and children over twelve. If you think your child has an allergy or has allergy symptoms it’s important to see your doctor and ask if your child needs an allergy test. Allergy symptoms are often more severe in asthma sufferers. If your child or a child in your care has asthma and is found to have a food allergy they should get referred to a specialist. It is always best to test. For more details visit www.haydns-wish.co.uk eastlife.co.uk | 83

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Nine swallows Linocut by Nick Wonham

As vibrant Sap and Viridian greens slowly become encrusted with berry-gems of cadmium, crimson and Prussian blue, the canvas of the county takes on a new palette, with which to inspire every artist, established or budding. September would appear to be the very perfect month for rural Hertfordshire to host its “Open Studios” event. Once again, throughout the county, artists personally welcome you to join them in viewing their work and sharing their thoughts. Whether visiting an individual’s home or at one of the varied and interesting group shows, you will find engaging and thought provoking work to browse, buy or simply discuss. As always there is a wide diversity of venues to choose from. You may find yourself on the Paper Trail at Frogmore Paper Mill in Hemel Hempstead, at Wensly Arts in Harpenden or you may attend a solo exhibition at one of the many private homes or studios. Wherever you decide to venture, professional or amateur, artists will be on hand to display and demonstrate their skills. In the lively town of Hitchin you can find the crisp, uplifting and imaginative relief prints from Nick Wonhan. Beautiful original pieces often created in the medium of linocut, many of these works have recently been chosen by Green Pebble to feature on some of their latest card designs. Close by in Letchworth Garden City, you could watch some of the members of the Digswell Arts Trust at work in their beautiful Fenners building, situated within

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Practice the art of floristry

The Cambridge Flower School offer a range of floristry courses and workshops for anyone with a love of flowers, an interest in flower arranging or looking for a complete career change. If you dream of a more creative career take a look at its Floristry Career Course which is offered as evening classes and an intensive week long floristry course throughout the year. If you’re looking to impress this Christmas, try one of the festive workshops or course, which begin in December. Everything is provided, including flowers, tools and all equipment on all courses and workshops and you get to take home everything you create. Courses and workshops start at just £45.00 Tel: 01223 655661 www.thecambridgeflowerschool.co.uk New exhibition at the Sainsbury Centre

Magnificent Obsessions: The Artist as Collector opens at the Sainsbury Centre, Visual Arts, University of East Anglia, Norwich, on Saturday 12 September until 24 January 2016. Alongside major artworks, there are cookie jars, model elephants, Punch & Judy puppets, glass eyes and graphic medical illustrations, Japanese netsuke (small carved toggles), stuffed birds, soviet space dog memorabilia and much more. These weird and wonderful objects all come from the personal collections of a group of internationally renowned post war and contemporary artists including Andy Warhol, Peter Blake, Howard Hodgkin and Edmund de Waal.

Celebrating Cambridge: a small city with big ideas

For the eighth year running, members of the public will be offered rare access into parts of Cambridge they may never have seen before during the city’s three-day cultural and heritage celebration, Open Cambridge, which takes place on 11-13 September. There will be a choice of over 80 free events, including walks, talks, guided tours, demonstrations and exhibitions that showcase the rich historical and cultural diversity of Cambridge, its buildings, landscape, art, history and people. Open Cambridge is for anyone keen to explore and learn more about this thriving, vibrant city, from a peek behind the scenes at John Lewis and the Cambridge fire station, to guided tours of Cambridge University College’s exquisite gardens, museums and libraries. There is even the chance to meet Oliver Cromwell, warts and all, and discover where his head is buried – the exact location is still a secret. Full details at www.eastlife.co.uk Book events at www.opencambridge.cam.ac.uk Art on the Prom, Felixstowe

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The Cambridge Film Festival, the UK’s third longestrunning film festival will return for its 35th edition, 3 - 13 September at the Arts Picturehouse, the Light Cinema and other venues across Cambridge. One of the UK’s most prestigious and well-respected film festivals, the Cambridge Film Festival is operated by the charitable Cambridge Film Trust and funded by BFI Film Forever. The festival’s 2015 programme offers a diverse and inclusive mix of films and events, offering something for everyone; from UK premieres of anticipated features to classic retrospective strands, insightful and engaging documentaries, discovery titles, family favourites, artist installations and late night, boundary-pushing cult classics. The programme is significant as it marks 30 years of Festival Director Tony Jones’s involvement with the festival. Other highlights from the main Film Festival 2015 programme will include a focus on Artist Cinema from delicate animated paper sculptures to digital time-lapse narrative portraits and bold visual, multi-layered film canvases. The Cambridge Family Film Festival returns with a mixture of much-loved film and television characters old and new, presented in a family-friendly environment. This year’s programme focuses on favourite characters from much-loved children’s books, including screenings of Mr Men, The Gruffalo, the original BBC TV Paddington Bear series, Harry Potter, Charlie and Lola and a Roald Dahl Day, plus Neil Brand’s live musical accompaniment to Buster Keaton’s Steamboat Bill Junior. For full details visit www.cambridgefilmfestival.org.uk

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THEATRE & SHOWS 1-30 Sep Summer Laughter Show This is the longest running Summer Season in the UK in an intimate cabaret style setting with a drinks service at your table. Gorleston Pavilion Theatre, Pier Gardens, Gorleston-on-Sea, NR31 6PP. 01493 662832 www.gorlestonpavilion.co.uk

1-5 Sep Private Lives ‘Private Lives’ is considered a prime example of the sophisticated comedies of Noel Coward. Sheringham Little Theatre, 2 Station Road, Sheringham, NR26 8RE. 01263 822347 www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com 5-Sep Le Theatre de Decadence Back by popular demand Le Theatre de Decadence returns with a glittering array of acts from across the UK. Maddermarket Theatre, St Johns Alley, Norwich, NR2 1DR. 01603 620917. www.maddermarket.co.uk 5-Sep Colin Cloud: The Forensic Mind Reader Look at your hands. Your nails. The heels of your shoes. What do you see? Nothing? Imagine someone who could look at those details and see everything. Norwich Playhouse, 42 - 58 St. George’s Street, Norwich, NR3 1AB. 01603 598598. www.norwichplayhouse.co.uk 6-Sep Science Blast The family show that likes to blow stuff up! Lights, lasers, explosions and some of the coolest experiments around. The Granary Theatre, Staithe Street, Wells-next-the-Sea, NR23 1AU. 01328 710193 www.granarytheatre.co.uk 8-12 Sep The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Christopher, 15 years old, has an extraordinary brain – exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion of killing Mrs Shears’ dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL. 01603 630000. www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk 9-Sep Dan Cruickshank Religious strife, civil conflict, waves of immigration, the rise and fall of industry, great prosperity and grinding poverty – the handful of streets that constitute modern Spitalfields have witnessed all this and much more. Maddermarket Theatre, St Johns Alley, Norwich NR2 1DR. 01603 620917 www.maddermarket.co.uk 9-Sep Funnybones My Life In Comedy Come and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with comic legend Freddie ‘Parrot Face’ Davies.

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A Taste of Harleston Saturday 3 October Harleston, on the Norfolk/Suffolk border is going food crazy on Saturday 3 October as part of the Waveney Valley Food & Drink Festival (2 - 11 October). Not only will there be a Food Safari taking in some 19 food shops, cafes and eating establishments around this attractive little market town, but there will also be a Country Kitchen Street Market, street performers, and children’s activities. To celebrate the delicious and ever popular locally-produced pork and sausages there will also be themed cookery demonstrations by local chefs at The Swan and pork and sausages street food stalls. A vintage bus will take visitors to Farm Open Days at two nearby farms. 10am to 4pm. Tel: 01379 855235 Stories and jokes galore celebrating 50 years in Show Biz. Princess Theatre, 13 The Green, Hunstanton PE36 5AH. 01485 532252 www.princesshunstanton.co.uk 13-Sep The Basil Brush Show Basil Brush is a star with an outstanding ability to entertain and make people of all ages laugh and smile. Maddermarket Theatre, St Johns Alley, Norwich, NR2 1DR . 01603 620917 www.maddermarket.co.uk 14-19 Sep Before the Party The Second World War is over and the Skinner family are trying to return to normal. If only the blasted Government weren’t such a nuisance about the rations and Cook could get some more of those delicious delicacies. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL. 01603 630000. www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

14-Sep Edmund the Learned Pig Bonaparte’s travelling circus, show and marvellous menagerie was on its uppers. A zoo with just pigeons, an aerialist who won’t leave the ground, a chipped plate spinning act, and a Mr Memory who can hardly remember his own name. Unsurprisingly no one was coming. And then into their lives came Edmund the Learned Pig. Norwich Playhouse, 42 - 58 St. George’s Street, Norwich, NR3 1AB. 01603 598598 www.norwichplayhouse.co.uk 17-19 Sep Adam Long’s Dickens Abridged A singing, dancing love-letter to the life and works of the great man, Dickens Abridged is unlike any Dickens-based show you’ve ever seen before. Westacre Theatre, River Road, Westacre, PE32 1UD. 01760 755800 www.westacretheatre.com 20-Sep An Evening of Dirty Dancing A high energy emotional roller-coaster of an evening with breathtaking choreography and buckets of nostalgia. Princess Theatre, 13 The Green, Hunstanton, PE36 5AH. 01485 532252 www.princesshunstanton.co.uk 21-26 Sep Rebecca Following the mysterious death of his first wife, Maxim de Winter returns to Manderley with his new young bride. Surrounded by memories of the glamorous Rebecca, the new Mrs De Winter is consumed by jealousy. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL. 01603 630000. www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk 24 Sep - 3 Oct The Deep Blue Sea Terence Rattigan’s moving portrait of forbidden love and its destructive power in post-war London. Maddermarket Theatre, St Johns Alley, Norwich, NR2 1DR. 01603 620917 www.maddermarket.co.uk 24-Sep NT Encore - Coriolanus When an old adversary threatens Rome, the city calls once more on her hero and defender: Coriolanus. But he has enemies at home too. Westacre Theatre, River Road, Westacre, PE32 1UD. 01760 755800 www.westacretheatre.com 25-Sep Corn Hall Comedy Club Three top comedians, one great night out! Acts from Gordon Southern, James Bran and Wayne Deakin - Compère. Diss Corn Hall, St Nicholas Street, Diss, IP22 4LB. 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk 28-Sep Ministry of Science Live This is not your ordinary science show – it comes with a bang. It comes with a whoosh. But most of all it comes with a hovercraft built on stage…oh, and a human cannon too! Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich,

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14-Sep Norwich Jazz Club The programme continues to feature jazz to suit a wide range of tastes, from mainstream through to the most exciting contemporary projects, featuring local, national and international artists alike. Maddermarket Theatre, St Johns Alley, Norwichm NR2 1DR. 01603 620917. www.maddermarket.co.uk

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19-Sep The Norfolk Arts Awards From artists, writers, musicians and actors such as John Sell Cotman and Sir John Mills to contemporaries such as Colin Self and Matt Smith, Norfolk has always provided inspiration for creativity. Maddermarket Theatre, St Johns Alley, Norwich, NR2 1DR. 01603 620917. www.maddermarket.co.uk 23 Sep - 2 Dec John Hughes’ Painting Workshops John returns with another series of his extremely popular classes suitable for all abilities. These classes are perfect for those just starting out wanting to gain experience and for more experienced painters looking to develop their ideas. Westacre Theatre. River Road, Westacre PE32 1UD. 01760 755800 www.westacretheatre.com SPECIAL EVENTS 5-Sep Fleamarket With an uninterrupted run of over 35 years the Fleamarket attracts buyers and browsers of all ages. Offering a wide and varied range of collectables including old favourites such as postcards, ephemera, coins and more. King’s Lynn Corn Exchange, Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn, PE30 1JW. 01553 764864 www.kingslynncornexchange.co.uk 5-6 Sep Food and Drink Festival With cookery demonstrations, entertainment and the chance to find something especially delicious, it’s the perfect event for all ages. Holkham Estate, Wells-next- the-Sea, NR23 1AB 5-6 Sep Great Yarmouth Maritime Festival The Festival is a riot of colour and maritime music, with a large main stage featuring a variety of performances and two other entertainment areas, all with bars. South Quay, Great Yarmouth, NR30 2RG. 01493 846346 12-Sep Mind, Body & Spirit Festival Over 70 exhibitors featuring: acupuncture, Aloe Vera, angels, aromatherapy, astrology, aura readings, books, candles, chakras, clairvoyant, counselling, crystals and more. King’s Lynn Corn Exchange, Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn, PE30 1JW. 01553 764864 www.kingslynncornexchange.co.uk 18-20 Sep Out There Festival Out There Festival blends major international acts and local artists with the opportunity for everyone to try their hand in a range of crazy activities. Crown Road, Great Yarmouth, NR30 2JN. 01493 745458 ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS 13-Sep Blakeney Antique & Collectors Fair Maximum 24 Tables. Blakeney Village Hall, Blakeney, NR25 7NQ. 01263 713120 27-Sep Hingham Antique & Collectors Fair 50 stands offering a wide range furniture, books, jewellery and collectables. The Sports Centre, Watton Road, Hingham, NR9 4HB. 07776 185515

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Cambridgeshire THEATRE & SHOWS 4-Sep Hammer and Tongue Cambridge Become part of the national poetry slam phenomenon running in Cambridge since 2009. Sign up to compete, become a judge, or just soak up the atmosphere of J3’s intimate surroundings. The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX. 01223 511511 www.junction.co.uk 4-Sep Colin Cloud Kills Colin Cloud is a forensic scientist who mixes mind magic and brain science with his love of Arthur Conan Doyle’s works, resulting in him being described as the closest thing around to the real life Sherlock Holmes. Angels Theatre, Alexandra Road, Wisbech, PE13 1HQ. 01945 474447. www.anglestheatre.co.uk 10-11 Sep Of Riders and Running Horses ‘Of Riders and Running Horses’ is a stirring and visceral new dance event by Still House created as a communal animation of urban spaces. The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX. 01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk 10-Sep Doc Brown - The Weird Way Round Doc Brown is back with his take on life, love and lyricism. Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough, PE1 1EF. 01733 207239 www. vivacity-peterborough.com 13-Sep Glow Step through the curtain and into a magical world inspired by Japanese Haiku poetry. Glowing globes, a dancer in the sky, live music and a host of experiences for the sense combine for a playful, imaginative show. The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX. 01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk 14-16 Sep You’re Never Too Old When Tommy and Ada meet on a park bench it is all too clear they are from very different backgrounds; but as they begin to confide secrets and recount memories, could this be the start of something special for such an unlikely pair? Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough PE1 1EF. 01733 207239 www.vivacity-peterborough.com 15-26 Sep The Father Now eighty years old, Andre was once a tap dancer. He lives with his daughter Anne and her husband Antoine. Or was he an engineer whose daughter Anne lives in London with her new lover, Pierre? The thing is, he is still wearing his pyjamas and he can’t find his watch. He is starting to wonder if he’s losing control… Cambridge Arts Theatre, St Edward’s Passage

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Peterborough Cathedral Tours Saturday 12 September Peterborough Cathedral is offering free guided tours of the Cathedral Precincts on 12 Sept, as part of the national Heritage Open Days scheme. The tours include a visit to the beautiful Deanery Garden, which is not usually open to the public. Trained volunteer guides will lead the hour long trips, highlighting some of the fascinating history behind the buildings and structures which surround the Cathedral, dating from medieval to Victorian times. A visit to the Deanery Garden will reveal 19th century follies as well as Tout Hill, the remains of an 11th century fort built as a defence against Saxons invaders. www.peterborough-cathedral.org.uk Cambridge, CB2 3PJ. 01223 503333 www.cambridgeartstheatre.com 17-Sep Crocodiles in Cream A portrait of Lewis Carroll drawing from his diaries, letters, poems and stories, taking the audience into the world, half-dream, half-reality of this complex many-sided figure: mathematician, logician, photographer, poet and story-teller. Mumford Theatre, East Road, Cambridge, CB1 1PT. 0845 196 2320 ww2.anglia.ac.uk 21-24 Sep The Pirates of Penzance The rich sounds of a full orchestra, chorus and vocal soloists are full of classic elegance and power while the company’s vibrancy, energy and contemporary sense of humour keep the show alive for a modern audience. Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough, PE1 1EF

01733 207239. www.vivacity-peterborough.com 23-Sep Once Upon a Time ‘Once Upon A Time’ is a thoughtful and passionate show about ageing and the passing of time, told through the extraordinary bodies of two dancers and one trapeze artist, all aged over 65. The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX. 01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk 24-26 Sep Baskerville The male heirs of the Baskerville line are being dispatched one by one. To find their ingenious killer, Holmes and Watson must brave the desolate moors. Angels Theatre, Alexandra Road, Wisbech, PE13 1HQ. 01945 474447 www.anglestheatre.co.uk 24-Sep Al Murray: One Man One Guvnor Join this icon on his twice extended sell-out tour One Man, One Guvnor. The Cresset, Bretton Centre, Peterborough, PE3 8DX. 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 25-Sep Comedy Club September 2015 Established way backin 1998, The Cresset Comedy Club is the longest running in town and still bringing you top quality comedy every month. The Cresset, Bretton Centre, Peterborough, PE3 8DX. 01733 265705. www.cresset.co.uk 25-26 Sep Father Brown - The Curse of the Invisible Man Multiple murders have been committed, but the culprit leaves no trace. Can he or she be truly invisible? Key Theatre, Embankment Road Peterborough, PE1 1EF. 01733 207239 www.vivacity-peterborough.com 27-Sep Rob Beckett - Mouth of the South Beckett’s back with a brand-new hour of funnies and he’s taking on the big issues like Kit Kats and flatbread! Star of BBC1’s Live at the Apollo, BBC2’s Mock the Week & Channel 4’s 8 out of 10 Cats. Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough, PE1 1EF. 01733 207239 www.vivacity-peterborough.com 28 Sep - 3 Oct Flare Path Set in 1942, against a backdrop of heartache and quiet bravery, Flare Path paints an evocative portrait of life in wartime Britain for the RAF bomber crews, their wives and sweethearts, who were left awaiting their return. Cambridge Arts Theatre, St Edward’s Passage, Cambridge CB2 3PJ. 01223 503333 www.cambridgeartstheatre.com

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Immerse yourself in this two-day event from 5 to 6 September, which brings together visual and performing arts on a large scale. The opening ceremony takes place Friday 4 Sept, when Magnetic Events light up one of the city’s oldest landmarks. Throughout the weekend No Fit State Circus will turn the Cathedral Square into a ‘Circus Village’ and on Sunday Peterborough Sings! welcomes the 60-piece Royal Philharmonic Orchestra to the Broadway Theatre. This year there is new free mobile app. Play Peterborough Now Or Never! is available via the Apple App Store and Google Play, and takes people on an interactive ‘live art’ journey of discovery around the city to experience and engage with its public spaces in a fresh, imaginative and fun way.

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Peterborough’s Italian Festival

The Italian Festival returns for its seventh year. Taking place 12-13 September the weekend will be jam-packed of all things Italian. Demonstrations of traditional Italian culture will fill the Cathedral Square and Commendatore Antonio Carluccio, OBE, OMRI, restaurateur and TV personality, will make a guest appearance. Carluccio’s, Antonio’s Italian Restaurant will be hosting a mushroom stall at the festival and he will be on hand on Saturday to help people with their purchases.

Perkins Great Eastern Run Training

With the Great Eastern Run in sight on 11 October, runners are invited to meet the experienced competitors who will be acting as pacers to help entrants achieve their personal best with free training sessions. This month session take place 9 and 23 September at Peterborough Embankment Athletics on Bishops Road. If you’ve not signed up yet, there’s still time to do so. Children’s charity Anna’s Hope is calling for families to run or walk together in the 5k Fun Run in the Perkins Great Eastern Run. The charity supports and raises funds for children in the region diagnosed with a brain tumour through the Anna’s Hope Therapy Team, which supports a pioneering neuro-rehabilitation service called Brainbow.

Peterborough Cathedral presents Baked Alaska global warming drama

Peterborough Cathedral is presenting a performance of Baked Alaska, a dramatic entertainment with vibrant music, high-energy storytelling and laughter, performed by Riding Lights Theatre Company of York. The show will take place on Saturday 19 September at 7.30pm in the Nave. It promises to weave together stories of the wild and unpredictable effects of climate change from the four corners of the earth in a rich recipe of hope with that will surprise. For more events visit www.eastlife.co.uk

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THEATRE & SHOWS 3-Sep Jay Rayner: My Dining Hell Jay Rayner, award-winning journalist, writer and broadcaster, has been a restaurant critic for over a decade. Here, he examines our love affair with lousy reviews, reads accounts of excruciating nights and looks at the worst reviews of his own work. Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, CO1 1PT. 01206 573948 www.mercurytheatre.co.uk 4-Sep Jimmy Carr: Funny Business Come for the witty and incisive musings on the human condition; stay for the k**b gags. Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend-on-Sea SS0 7RA. 01702 351135. www.southendtheatres.org.uk

5-Sep Paul Chowdhry PC may be his initials, but the relentless world he lives in definitely isn’t. Why has tackling the preconceptions of political correctness become so offensive? Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 9LA . 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 8-Sep Ruby Wax: Sane New World This will help us understand why we sabotage our own sanity and provides a manual on how to survive the 21st century, using Ruby’s knowledge from her recent Masters Degree in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy at Oxford University spiked with comedy. Civic Theatre, Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG. 01245 606505. www.chelmsford.gov.uk 10-12 Sep Wonderland 150 years after Lewis Carroll published his classic story comes an original version by EDP of the events you were never told. Cramphorn, Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG. 01245 606505. www.chelmsford.gov.uk 10-19 Sep Legally Blonde Based on the hit MGM film, the show follows the journey of Sorority President Elle Woods, who after being dumped by her boyfriend, Warner, decides to follow him to Harvard Law School determined to win him back. However she soon discovers it’s a whole new world than the one she has been used to. Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, CO1 1PT. 01206 573948. www.mercurytheatre.co.uk 12-13 Sep Mister Maker Packed full of arty adventures there’ll be a big ‘make’ to take part in, super songs to join in with, a fabulous supporting cast, and not forgetting, The Shapes! Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 9LA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 12-13 Sep Tree Fu Tom

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Nuclear Blackout 19 Sep 2015 Secret Nuclear Bunker, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood Blackout is a 5km multi-lap obstacle loaded night race. This race will launch you out of your comfort zone. It will lead you into unknown territories, testing all of your senses to the maximum. The course is designed to challenge the fears of claustrophobia, darkness and heights aswell as testing strength, endurance, agility, stamina and all round fitness in the harshest conditions and toughest obstacles. Start time: 7pm - 7.30pm www.secretnuclearbunker.com Join one of CBeebies biggest stars as he takes to the stage in his first nationwide tour. The Harlow Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Harlow, CM20 1LS. 01279 431945 www.playhouseharlow.com

Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don’t expect is to fall in love. Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7RA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 15-19 Sep The Ghost Train A party of passengers is stranded at a disused railway station, unable to get a connecting train for hours. The stationmaster wants them gone for mysterious reasons, so he tells them a story about a ghost train that passes through every night, hoping that will do the trick. Old Court Theatre, 233 Springfield Road, Chelmsford CM2 6JT. 01245 606505. www. chelmsfordtheatreworkshop.wordpress.com 18-Sep Keith Barry: Brain Hacker Using a combination of mind control, deception, mentalism and hypnotism Keith hacks the brains of his audience to unlock a safe, move inanimate objects, enter into the world of the paranormal and even perform surgery by hand. Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 9LA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 20-Sep Spread a Little Joy ‘Spread A Little Joy’ explores the joys of life through the songs of musical theatre - featuring songs from hit West End and Broadway shows like Beautiful, Wicked, Matilda, Once and Avenue. Brentwood Theatre, 15 Shenfield Road, Brenwtood, CM15 8AG. 01277 200305 www.brentwood-theatre.co.uk 22-26 Sep Sister Act Following critical acclaim from recent Broadway and London West End tours, ‘Sister Act’ is the feel-amazing, family-friendly smash hit musical comedy based on the movie starring Whoopi Goldberg. Civic Theatre, Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG. 01245 606505. www.chelmsford.gov.uk

13-Sep Jasper Carrott - Stand Up & Rock Tour Do not miss this show with legendary artistes and Jasper Carrott making us laugh! Princes Theatre, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 1SE. 01255 686633. www.tendringdc.gov.uk › Leisure › Princes Theatre

25-26 Sep How The Koala Learnt To Hug There’s only one way to find out so come and hear Karen The Koala tell her story in this fun filled family musical, written especially for parents to enjoy with their children. Cramphorn, Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG. 01245 606505. www.chelmsford.gov.uk

14-Sep Four Thieves’ Vinegar Be the first to catch this fantastically dark comedy about the Black Death. Queen’s Theatre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT. 01708 443333. www.queens-theatre.co.uk

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12-Sep The Bee Gees Story – Nights on Broadway The show is a totally live concert experience, with a seven piece band from Ireland that pride themselves on musical authenticity, with costume changes complimenting the show to give a full Bee Gees Concert Experience. Civic Theatre, Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG 01245 606505. www.chelmsford.gov.uk

MUSIC 5-Sep Soul Legends Brand-new from the producers of Magic of Motown; it’s the smash-hit, Stateside spectacular featuring more soul classics than any other production. Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7RA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 5-Sep Roy Orbison & Friends Barry Steele recreates the magic of Roy Orbison, using film footage and backed by his band. Princes Theatre, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1SE. 01255 686633 www.tendringdc.gov. uk › Leisure › PrincesTheatre 6-Sep Chas and Dave Chas ‘n’ Dave are great musicians and know how to give an audience a good time. Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7RA. 01702 351135. www.southendtheatres.org.uk 7-Sep Whitney - Queen of the Night A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time! Queen’s Theatre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT. 01708 443333. www.queens-theatre.co.uk

10-Sep Classic Clapton The band comprises 4 excellent musicians who stunningly recreate Slowhand’s electrifying stage performances. Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 9LA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 10-Sep The Drifters This high energy show brings many of the greatest hits. Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7RA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 11-Sep Bob Geldof In Concert Don’t miss the opportunity to see this legend live in concert. Princes Theatre, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 1SE. 01255 686633 www.tendringdc.gov.uk › Leisure › Princes Theatre 11-Sep Solid 70s Show Glamrock greats, disco hits, power ballads and party anthems from ELO, Sweet, T Rex, Queen and more. The Harlow Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Harlow, CM20 1LS. 01279 431945. www.playhouseharlow.com 12-Sep More Musical Moments ‘More Musical Moments’ promises more of the same, with great songs from all-time classic musicals and new favourites from more recent West End & Broadway smashes such as RENT & Wicked amongst many others. Brentwood Theatre, 15 Shenfield Road, Brenwtood, CM15 8AG. 01277 200305. www.brentwood-theatre.co.uk

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• 18 Private Rooms, 16 with en-suite wet rooms • Using your own furniture • Three meals a day • En-Suite toilet & wash basin • Lift to first floor • Scheme Manager on site Monday to Friday 10 am – 3 pm • Assistant Manager on site 7.45am to 9pm. 7 days a week. Response by night service at other times. • Wheelchair access to all areas • Domestic Staff to clean your room • Visits by GP, District Nurse & Chiropodist • Mature Garden, summer house & seating

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BRAINTREE If you live in Essex, then it’s likely you’ll know Braintree for its Freeport Shopping Village, however there’s so much more to be discovered. Venture into the great outdoors and explore the town’s gentle rolling countryside, which has been home to some less than gentle crusaders, famous explorers, ground breaking scientists, the American air force and worldchanging industrialists. Here you’ll find miles of stunning scenery, wonderful walks, cycling routes and golf. Braintree Golf Club is currently ranked 9th place in the top 100 golf courses in Essex. With a par 70 parkland course featuring tight tree lined fairways, water hazards and fast true greens, it’s clear to see why it’s favoured by amateurs and professionals alike. If it’s entertainment you want, then you’ll find fascinating exhibitions at the Braintree District Museum. This month is your last chance to catch the World War Two: The People’s Story, which is available until 12 September. The exhibition is to mark the 70th anniversary of VE Day, and explores what the war was like for those living on the Essex Home. It tells the story of life at home through the voices of local people rather than a museum professional. The hub of modern entertainment is of course, Braintree Freeport. Here you’ll find the popular retail outlet, which has over 85 stores offering up to 60 per cent of designer brands – definitely a place to visit for the shopaholics among you. The area is also home to Cineworld and many chain restaurants such as Prezzo, TGI Fridays and Chimichanga to name a few. Antiques are a local specialty and you’ll find offerings at Bocking Antiques Centre and nearby Gosfield Shopping Village and Finchingfield Antiques Centre. If you are after something more unusual, the specialist shops of Braintree, Coggeshall, Halstead and Witham are the place to look. Images courtesy of Braintree District Council eastlife.co.uk | 141

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What could be more relaxing than pottering around quaint little seaside towns and villages, taking a gentle walk along the seafront, or enjoying a leisurely cruise? The Essex Discovery Coast has all this to offer and more… Essex has the longest coastline of any county in England, with 350 miles of it to be explored, boasting a diverse offering of charming towns and rural beauty spots that are just ideal for a relaxing day out. In fact, it’s one of British tourism’s best-kept secrets – whether you prefer to potter along coastal footpaths or the promenade, plan to enjoy the views out to sea through the window in a coastal pub or from the deck of a boat, and take home holiday snaps of historic buildings or of native wildlife, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful part of the world. Whether you prefer a gentle stroll for a mile or two or a more ambitious ramble, there are plenty of coastal walking routes to suit everyone. Wheelchair users and families with pushchairs might like to stick to seafront jaunts, such as the mile-long stretch between Martello Bay and Clacton Pier, which also takes in the promenade gardens as well as the sea views, parts of the Walton-on-the- Naze coastal walk or the paths of Cudmore Grove Country Park on Mersea Island. Anyone looking for a short route – not difficult walking, but including grassy footpaths rather than buggy-friendly tarmac, should explore stretches of the Maldon Maritime Trail, which is 12 miles long in its entirety, although can be easily split up into sections taking between 10 and 15 minutes each. Alternatively, why not explore the countryside between the River Roach and the River Crouch, just north of Southend? Those hoping for an easier ramble can choose from one of the shorter routes, starting from 1.8 miles, while keen walkers might like to tackle the whole 25-mile loop that takes in both estuaries. Other picturesque longer routes include the walk between Frinton and The Naze (relatively easy-going, but almost eight miles in length), a nine-mile route around the Tollesbury Wick Marshes (great for wildlife watching), or a circular walk that begins in Leigh-on-Sea, and heads to Benfleet, taking in Hadleigh Castle on the way, before travelling back by Benfleet Creek (just over seven miles, or just over eight if you take a detour to a pub on Leigh High Street). Of course, there is also the beautiful Essex countryside, brimming with a wealth of native wildlife. Combining your walk with a visit to one of the county’s nature

reserves is a great idea, especially if you’re looking to get children interested in the natural world around them. Check out the RSPB reserves at Rainham Marshes, South Essex Marshes, and Wallasea Island, or one of the Essex Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre sites near the coast at Abberton Reservoir, Fingringhoe Wick or Thameside Natural Park. Alternatively, why not book a boat trip to see native birds and animals from a different perspective? Spend some time exploring Wallasea where you can spot both common and grey seals, as well as all sorts of birdlife. For a more elegant way to see wildlife from the water, book a day trip on one of Topsail Charters’ historic Thames Sailing Barges. The company offers birdwatching cruises that include lunch and an optional guided walk. For a similarly gentle and relaxing day’s activity, why not potter around one of Essex’s sleepier seaside towns or perhaps visit a museum or historic building? Places to take in along the Discovery Coast include Harwich (discover its Maritime Heritage Trail), Heybridge (work up an appetite sauntering along the sea wall, then pop into Tiptree’s tea room The Lock for tea and homemade cake), Burnham-on- Crouch (enjoy a steam train ride at Mangapps Railway Museum then have a hearty lunch at The Oyster Smack Inn) and West Mersea (collect shells and watch the boating world go by at the beach, then head to The Company Shed to sample the local delicacy). If you want to escape completely choose a short break on a privately owned island, such as Osea island, surrounded by four miles of tranquil beaches and coastline, abundant with wildlife and rare birds. The island featured as a backdrop for the filming of Superstar, the ITV talent show searching for the lead role in the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Osea’s tidal road also featured in the film Woman in Black, starring Daniel Radcliffe. Whatever your taste in relaxing days out, the Essex coast has something to suit – the only difficult part is choosing where to visit first! Article courtesy of Visit Essex. www.visitessex.com Download our app for more days out and places to visit in Essex! eastlife.co.uk | 145

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THEATRE & SHOWS 1-6 Sep Shrek: The Musical Based on the award-winning DreamWorks animation film, Shrek the Musical is this year’s must-see show for all the family. Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ. 0844 8717652. www.atgtickets.com 5-Sep Colin Fry – The 6ixth Sense Tour This year’s tour will once again see Colin Fry bring his own form of comfort and upliftment to ordinary people living ordinary lives. Rhodes Theatre, 1-3 South Road, Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 3JG. 01279 710200 www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk 7-9 Sep Jeeves & Wooster This adorable production layers joy on joy, joke on joke, in a delightful evening of theatrical absurdity. Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, HP20 1UG 0844 871 7607. www.atgtickets.com 8-Sep Doc Brown – The Weird Way Round Fresh from his sell-out UK tour Of Mic And Men, a starring role in the hit show Law and Order, as well as singing with Ricky Gervais on the youtube viral Equality Street, Doc Brown is back with his take on Life, Love and Lyricism. The Stables, Stockwell Lane, Wavendon, MK17 8LU. 01908 280800. www.stables.org

8-12 Sep Jesus Christ Superstar Largely told from the perspective of Judas, the betrayer of Jesus, this seminal Rock Opera tells the story of the last few days of the life of Jesus to the crucifixion. The Court Theatre, Station Road, Tring, HP23 5QY. www.courttheatre.co.uk 9-Sep Dara O Briain: Crowd Tickler Catch one of the most charismatic, inteligent, fast-talking and downright funny live performers working today. Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ 0844 8717652. www.atgtickets.com 12-13 Sep Magic of Musicals Over 30 of the greatest show tunes ever written will be performed by a talented cast of singers and dancers, set to a dazzling back drop of special effects. Hertford Theatre, The Wash Hertford, SG14 1PS. 01992 531500 www.hertfordtheatre.com 12-Sep The Close Up An intimate evening of close-up magic, trickery and sleight of hand with 3 magicians. Hertford

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and ‘Live At At The Apollo’ hit the road again delivering more sharp comedy up and down the UK. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford , WD17 1JZ. 01923 235455 www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk 17-Sep Tony Stockwell Psychic Medium Tony Stockwell demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones. The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way , Stevenage, SG1 1LZ 01438 363200. www.gordon-craig.co.uk

Heritage Open Days 12-13 Sept Launch events for Sandridge Hoard... Saturday 12 September 2pm, 3pm and 4pm Family Show - Two Roman Citizens Brace Themselves at Verulamium Museum Step back in time to the late Roman period and meet a mosaicist and a wealthy landowner. Find out what life was like at this time and discover why the landowner is burying his money. Shows last approx. 20mins. Free (Museum entry charge applies to nonresidents). All children must be accompanied by an adult. Theatre, The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS 01992 531500. www.hertfordtheatre.com 13-Sep The Beaux’ Stratagem Simon Godwin directs George Farquhar’s wild comedy of love and cash. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. 01923 235455 www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk 16-Sep Stewart Lee A brand new live show with fresh material in preparation for Stewart’s next BBC2 series of Stewart Lee’s Comedy Vehicle. The Court Theatre, Station Road, Tring , HP23 5QY. www.courttheatre.co.uk 17-Sep Andy Parsons: Live and Unleashed But Naturally Cautious ‘Live And Unleashed - But Naturally Cautious’ will see the star of BBC2’s ‘Mock The Week’

18-Sep A Man Called Monkhouse Set in July 1995, we find Bob Monkhouse alone in his cramped study among thousands of showbusiness artefacts. With the realisation that two treasured joke books have been stolen, in his obsessively categorised world this is something of a disaster. The Court Theatre, Station Road, Tring, HP23 5QY. www.courttheatre.co.uk 18-26 Sep Noises Off There are very few plays that are truly ‘laugh out loud’ hilarious. ‘Noises Off ’ is a play within a play about a troupe of actors putting on a farce called Nothing On. Queen Mother Theatre, Walsworth Road, Hitchin, SG4 9SP. 01462 455166. www.queenmothertheatre.org.uk 19-Sep Marhaba Join the Palace for Marhaba, meaning welcome in Arabic, an engaging and inspiring evening of live entertainment from a range of professional and community artists. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ 01923 235455. www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk 19-Sep Mister Maker This show is tons of arty fun for all the family! Alban Arena Civic Centre, St Albans, AL1 3LD 01727 844488. www.alban-arena.co.uk 20-21 Sep What The Ladybird Heard Join the woolly sheep, the hairy hog, the fat red hen and the dainty dog in this gorgeous stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks’ colourful farmyard adventure. Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. 0845 0753993. www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk 21-23 Sep What the Butler Saw Joe Orton’s final play is a hilarious farce which revolves around Dr. Prentice, a psychiatrist attempting to seduce his attractive prospective secretary. The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton

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22 Sep - 3 Oct Jersey Boys ‘Jersey Boys’ tells the true life story of four boys from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote their own songs, invented their own unique sound, and sold 175 million records worldwide. Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street Aylesbury, HP20 1UG. 0844 871 7607 www.atgtickets.com

13-Sep 24 Hours from Tulsa: Gene Pitney Step back to the 60s and the greatest hits of Gene Pitney. The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ.01438 363200 www.gordon-craig.co.uk 13-Sep Jackson Live Ben’s portrayal of Michael Jackson is the most vocally and visually accurate tribute to the King of Pop to have ever toured UK theatres. Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ. 0844 8717652 www.atgtickets.com

22-26 Sep Dirty Rotten Scoundrels ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ will transport you to the French Riviera as two seasoned swindlers attempt to hoodwink a millionaire heiress. As the pair compete, they discover there is only room for one of them. Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ 0844 8717652. www.atgtickets.com 22-Sep Romeo & Juliet Live Screening Romeo and Juliet fall passionately in love, but their families are sworn enemies. The lovers marry in secret before Romeo kills Juliet’s cousin Tybalt in a fight and is banished from the city. Hawthorn Theatre, The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6BX. 01707 357117 www.hawthornetheatre.co.uk 30-Sep Michael Palin The Thirty Years Tour Join Michael Palin for a flying visit to three momentous decades of his life. Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ. 0844 8717652. www.atgtickets.com 30-Sep Coriolanus – Encore Screening When an old adversary threatens Rome, the city calls once more on her hero and defender: Coriolanus. Grove Theatre, Grove Park, Court Drive, Dunstable, LU5 4GP. 01582 290333 www.grovetheatre.co.uk MUSIC 6-Sep Voice of the Heart: Tribute to Karen Carpenter This stunning show celebrates the music of The Carpenters and will feature classic tunes. The Stables, Stockwell Lane, Wavendon, MK17 8LU. 01908 280800. www.stables.org 10-Sep The King is Back Internationally renowned as one of the Best Elvis Tributes in the world, Ben Portsmouth will bring his style and charisma to the stage.Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. 0845 0753993 www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk 11-12 Sep West End - The Concert An evening of music and songs from London’s best loved shows. Queen Mother Theatre, Walsworth Road, Hitchin, SG4 9SP. 01462 455166. www.queenmothertheatre.org.uk 12-Sep Abba Reunion Superbly accurate vocals, harmonies, guitar, keyboards plus back line musicians combined with stunning iconic replica costumes, choreography and set produce the most authentic and requested Abba tribute show in the world today. Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road,

16-Sep The Bay City Rollers Story ‘The Bay City Rollers Story’ is a celebration of those hectic days of hit songs, touring, TV shows and the behind the scenes pandemonium that followed the band everywhere they went. The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ. 01438 363200 www.gordon-craig.co.uk 16-Sep Martin Taylor Martin Taylor’s inimitable style has seen him recognised as the world’s foremost exponent of solo jazz guitar playing. The Stables, Stockwell Lane, Wavendon, MK17 8LU. 01908 280800. www.stables.org 18-20 Sep Herts Jazz Festival 2015 A line up of jazz and music events over three days. Hawthorn Theatre, The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6BX. 01707 357117 www.hawthornetheatre.co.uk 25-Sep Let’s Hang On ‘Let’s Hang On’ returns to take you on a musical journey through the history of one of the most successful bands of all time – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons! The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ. 01438 363200 www.gordon-craig.co.uk 29-Sep Squeeze ‘Squeeze’, the enduring British pop act whose songs have tenderly and wittily chronicled life and love stretching across four decades. Milton Keynes Theatre,Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ. 0844 8717652 www.atgtickets.com ARTS & EXHIBITIONS 1-15 Sep Art for Art Lovers ‘Art for Art Lovers’ presents yet another fabulous exhibition of local artists. Rhodes Gallery, 1-3 South Road, Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 3JG. 01279 71020. www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk 1-13 Sep Hannah Willow & Friends An exhibition featuring the paintings and jewellery of the wonderful Hannah Willow. Plus an exciting selection of invited guest artists. Obsidian Art , Old Risborough Road, Stoke Mandeville, HP22 5XJ. 01296 612150 www.obsidianart.co.uk

residency within the Museum of St Albans to mark the museum’s imminent move to its new home in the redeveloped St Albans Town Hall in mid 2017. Museum of St Albans, St Albans AL1 3RR. 01707 281127 5-27 Sep Herts Open Studios 2015 25,000 printed brochures listing the venues have been distributed in libraries, galleries and other outlets across the county. Various Venues AL5 3BW. 07813 100651. www.hvaf.org.uk 18 Sep - 11 Oct Laura Boswell Printmaker Solo Show A solo show of exciting new printmaking by talented local artist, Laura Boswell accompanied by her son, illustrator James Boswell. Obsidian Art, Old Risborough Road, Stoke Mandeville, HP22 5XJ. 01296 612150 www.obsidianart.co.uk SPECIAL EVENTS 11-13 Sep Outdoor Cinema Classic films Frozen singalong, MamaMia and Back to the Future on a giant screen in the Park. Bring a picnic and a rug. Knebworth House, SG1 2AX. www.knebworthhouse.com 12-Sep The Grand Vintage Fair The Grand Vintage Fair, St Albans, full to the rafters with retro relics and kitsch collectibles! The Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans AL3 5BU 13-Sep Chilterns Countryside and Food Festival Visit the annual festival to celebrate the different crafts, industries and wildlife associated with the Chilterns countryside. Ashridge Estate Visitor Centre, HP4 1LT. www.nationaltrust.org.uk 20-Sep Old Warden Vineyard Open Day Wine tasting, local food and other stalls, BBQ and refreshments. Entrance Adults £2, children free. 11am - 4pm. Bedford Road, Biggleswade SG18 9LS. 07981 113714 www.wardenvineyard.org.uk ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS 17-Sep Bonhams’ Valuation Days The Bonhams name is recognised worldwide throughout all sectors of the fine art, antiques and collectors market. Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS. 01992 531500 www.hertfordtheatre.com 27-Sep Wolf Whistle Fairs Bringing together over 60 of the country’s top traders in vintage fashion, homewares, collectables and more. Alban Arena Civic Centre, St Albans, AL1 3LD. 01727 844488. www.alban-arena.co.uk 6-Sep Barkway Antiques & Vintage Fair Featuring a range of fabulous stalls with a wide variety of stock from, jewellery to ceramics, curios to clothing. Barkway Village Hall, Cambridge Road, Barkway, SG8 8BS. 07720 647696. www.flapperfortunes.co.uk

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Exciting changes are taking place in Hemel Hempstead, Tring, Berkhamsted and the surrounding areas as Dacorum Tourism Businesses unite to become even more effective. Members of the hospitality, attractions and business community gathered at Little Hay Golf in Bovingdon for the launch of the membership scheme and heard from guest speaker Dan Dark, Managing Director & Senior Vice President Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. The launch saw the unveiling of the new “Enjoy Dacorum” branding and the range of benefits of joining the membership. The members will work together and with Dacorum Borough Council to support growth and encourage investment for Dacorum, as well as share experience and good practice. Sue Lea, tourism and marketing officer said: “It is vital we spread the word about the treasure trove of cultural and historical attractions waiting to be explored from historic towns to chocolate box villages dotted across the borough. From venues of adrenaline adventure to areas of tranquillity, we have it all.”

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Businesses present at the launch were excited to hear about the initiative and membership program backed by Dacorum Borough Council, with large names such as The Snow Centre, The XC and Go Ape in attendance. The area offers plenty to see and do. If you love history and culture you’ll discover an array of fascinating attractions such as Frogmore Paper Mill in Apsley and the Natural History Museum in Tring. Now is the time to make the most of the last of the summer sun and explore the great outdoors, and what better way than by cycling. The Cycle Chilterns project is making cycling in the Chilterns simple and easy for everyone. There are a range of cycle routes available, on and off-road, for families, beginners, serious road cyclists and everyone in between. Elsewhere Berkhamsted is a great place to spend a cycling holiday with its mix of history, culture and an excellent range of food and drink on offer all along its vast High Street. The 5,000 acre National Trust Ashridge Estate is within walking distance and there are lots of great cycling routes to explore on road, off-road and on the Grand Union Canal. To find out more about Enjoy Dacorum visit www.dacorumlooknofurther.co.uk/enjoydacorum

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THEATRE & SHOWS 4-Sep Love Games Purple Dreams are back with their ‘Next Stage’ Tour, kicking off with this saucy comedy offering you plenty of love, lust, laughter and lies. Fisher Theatre, Broad Street, Bungay, NR35 1EE. 01986 897130 . www.fishertheatre.org 5-Sep Looking for Lansbury We all know her as star of stage and screen from Auntie Mame to Murder She Wrote but who is Angela Lansbury? Fisher Theatre, Broad Street, Bungay, NR35 1EE. 01986 897130. www.fishertheatre.org 6-Sep Flanagan and Allen Alf and John invite you to stroll again down memory lane. Fisher Theatre, Broad Street, Bungay, NR35 1EE. 01986 897130 www.fishertheatre.org 6-Sep New Words, Fresh Voices Contributors explore what is good, bad and fascinating about being human – all told with refreshing honesty and good humour. The Seagull, 19-75 Morton Road, Lowestoft, NR33 0JH. 01502 589726. www.theseagull.co.uk 6-Sep Back to Broadway The all-singing, all-dancing, theatrical sensation that invites you to take a breathtaking journey through the magical world of musicals. The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD. 01284 758000. www.theapex.co.uk 8-Sep Sam Sweeney’s Fiddle - Made in the Great War Bellowhead’s Sam Sweeney & Paul Sartin, with story-teller Hugh Lupton & concertina player Rob Harbron use music, storytelling and film to tell the true story of a part-made violin abandoned by Richard Spencer Howard, who went to fight in World War I. The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD 01284 758000. www.theapex.co.uk 9-12 Sep Farndale’s Macbeth Theatrical egos, incompetent stage managers, errant props and missing performers all conspire to derail the show. The Seagull, 19-75 Morton Road, Lowestoft, NR33 0JH. 01502 589726 www.theseagull.co.uk 9-Sep The Count of Monte Cristo The dashing young Edmond Dantes is framed by three nasty men – one wants his girl, one wants his career and one wants his designer Italian shoes. Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR. 01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org

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defender of Venice against its enemies. Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH 01502 533200. www.marinatheatre.co.uk 14-15 Sep What the Butler saw Joe Orton’s final play is a hilarious farce and what follows is a near faultless piece of theatrical invention as the ingredients form the basis for a perfect recipe of outrageous confusion. Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft , NR32 1HH. 01502 533200. www.marinatheatre.co.uk

Discover Medieval Lavenham Lavenham Guildhall 18 September A guided walk around the historic centre of the beautiful medieval village. Join the team for coffee and shortbread in the pretty Tearoom, where the Guildhall Manager will give a short talk about the building before you set off to discover the hidden gems of Lavenham. Your guide will take you to the Church of St Peter & Paul, one of the finest parish churches in England. The tour lasts around two hours. Booking Essential Price: Adult £15 (Per person) Tour starts at 10:30am www.nationaltrust.org.uk 12-13 Sep A Whole Different Story Kevin Bridges returns to the road with a brand new show ‘A Whole Different Story’. Ipswich Regent Theatre, 3 Saint Helen’s Street, Ipswich IP4 1HE. 01473 433100. apps.ipswich.gov.uk/PEO/ 13-Sep Ipswich Town Football Club Legends The ITFC Legends return for another unmissable evening of stories and anecdotes about the Club, and their careers to entertain fans, both young and old. Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR 01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org 13-Sep Othello Othello is the greatest general of his age. A fearsome warrior, loving husband and revered

17-19 Sep The Great Gatsby F. Scott Fitzgerald’s masterpiece is a brilliant evocation of a society obsessed with wealth and status. Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR. 01284 769505 www.theatreroyal.org 18-Sep The Battle of Britain at 75 ‘The Battle Of Britain At 75’ tells the epic story of the greatest aerial conflict of the Second World War. Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH. 01502 533200 www.marinatheatre.co.uk 19-Sep Poem for Suffolk ‘Poem for Suffolk’ sees Dean unleash his ‘local’ side and share discoveries from a year-long mission accross the country - to meet people of all ages and help them create their poems about their Suffolk lives. The Cut, New Cut Halesworth, IP19 8BY. 0845 6732123 www.newcut.org 21-23 Sep Waiting For Godot Part allegory, part burlesque, Beckett’s timeless play moves seamlessly between absurdist comic sketch and captivating philosophical drama. Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR. 01284 769505 www.theatreroyal.org 23-Sep I Remember You Frank Ifield is proud to be appearing in Lowestoft where he will recount his amazing career, interspersed with some incredible stories of his life and work in show business. Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH 01502 533200. www.marinatheatre.co.uk 26-Sep Andy Parsons: Live and Unleashed With four sell out national tours, three DVD releases and a special for Comedy Central already under his belt, Andy Parsons is back on the road. Grand Hall, Corn Exchange, Ipswich IP1 1DH. 01473 433100. apps.ipswich.gov.uk/PEO/ 29-Sep Roger Waters, The Wall A state-of-the-art show that dazzles the senses,

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Fun and discovery for everyone among Garretts of Leiston’s Victorian factory buildings and marvellous machines. Heritage Open Day | Saturday 12th September Vintage Fair | Sunday 13th September Garretts take centre stage at Grand Henham Steam Rally Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th September Admission Times and Prices Vary For further details of these and other museum events go to www.longshopmuseum.co.uk or phone 01728 832189

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SUFFOLK combined with an intensely personal road trip that deals with the loss Roger has felt throughout his life due to war. Haverhill Arts Centre, High Street, Haverhill, CB9 8AR. 01440 714140. www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk 30 Sep -3 Oct Miss Nightingale The on-stage glamour and off-stage affairs of war-torn London thrillingly to life. Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR. 01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org MUSIC 5-Sep Beneath Swooping Talons Two extraordinary musicians who explore the evocative textures of their instruments. The Cut New Cut, Halesworth, IP19 8BY. 0845 6732123 www.newcut.org 11-Sep Sing-a-long Sound of Music The smash-hit musical show returns to the UK in celebration of the movie’s 50th anniversary. Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR. 01284 769505 www.theatreroyal.org 12-Sep The Blues Brothers Experience ‘The Blues Brothers Experience’ recreates all the iconic atmosphere of a live performance of The Blues Brothers. Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR. 01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org 17-Sep That’ll Be The Day - 30th Anniversary Special The nations favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety spectacular features a fantastic line up of knock-out hits from the 50s, 60s & 70s, plus more hilarious comedy. Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH. 01502 533200 www.marinatheatre.co.uk 16-Sep Simon & Garfunkel Story Using original film footage, this 50th Anniversary celebration features a full live band performing all the hits. The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD. 01284 758000. www.theapex.co.uk 18-Sep Richard Thompson The multi-talented British singer-songwriterguitarist Richard Thompson will tour the UK in support of his latest album, Still. Ipswich Regent Theatre, 3 Saint Helen’s Street, Ipswich IP4 1HE. 01473 433100. apps.ipswich.gov.uk/PEO/ 18-Sep Patsy Cline and Friends The Velvet Country voice of Patsy Cline caught the imagination of Sue Lowry who has been a lifelong fan of Patsy Cline and Country Music! Haverhill Arts Centre, High Street, Haverhill CB9 8AR. 01440 714140. www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk 19-Sep The Counterfeit Sixties Re-live the sounds of the swinging 60s, as Britain’s No 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the 60s, with their tribute to over 25 bands of the era. Haverhill Arts Centre, High Street Haverhill, CB9 8AR. 01440 714140 www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk

19-Sep Voodoo Room – A Night of Hendrix & Cream Paying tribute to Jimi Hendrix & Cream - Voodoo Room are a stunning ‘Power Trio’ featuring some of the UK’s finest musicians. Fisher Theatre, Broad Street, Bungay, NR35 1EE 01986 897130. www.fishertheatre.org 19-Sep Lee Mead The West End star takes you on a journey back to a time when the fabulous MGM films and musical theatre shows of the 1940s and 1950s thrilled audiences around the world. The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD. 01284 758000. www.theapex.co.uk 19-Sep The Fortunate Sons Taking their name from a classic Creedence Clearwater revival song they are heavily influenced by the American rock, soul, blues sound of ccr but also British rock acts. The Seagull, 19-75 Morton Road, Lowestoft, NR33 0JH 01502 589726. www.theseagull.co.uk 21-Sep Duo Dorado Hazel and David are two prize-winning early music specialists who are passionate about the music of the Baroque era. Theatre Royal Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR 01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org 21-Sep Jasper Carrott’s Stand Up & Rock Enjoy Jasper’s inimitable stand-up routine, before rockin out with Bev Bevan and his band. The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD. 01284 758000. www.theapex.co.uk 27-Sep Let’s Hang On ‘Let’s Hang On’ returns to take you on a musical journey through the history of one of the most successful bands of all time – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons! Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH. 01502 533200 www.marinatheatre.co.uk 27-Sep Songbook Sunday Relax in the Apex Lounge with the Chris Ingham Trio and special guest singers from the world of jazz. The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD. 01284 758000 www.theapex.co.uk ARTS & EXHIBITIONS 1-19 Sep Flowerheads by Michael Brennand-Woods A public artwork and education project based around hand-made blooms, designed by internationally acclaimed artist Michael BrennandWood. Smith Row, The Market Cross, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1BT. 01284 762081 www.smithsrow.org 4-10 Sep A celebration of the Thirty Years Anniversary of the Framlingham Spinners, Weavers and Dyers The exhibition shows the variety of talents within the group, in which all areas of fibre and textile art are represented. Snape Maltings, Aldeburgh, IP17 1SR. 01728 688 303 www.snapemaltings.co.uk 11-17 Sep A Wash of Colour, Paintings Exhibition Mita Higton is a Suffolk based watercolour

artist who shares her home with artist husband, Steve Higton. Snape Maltings, Aldeburgh, IP17 1SR. 01728 688 303. www.snapemaltings.co.uk 12-13 Sep Old Dairy Open Studios 12 artists based in and around Beccles are opening their studios to the public. Old Dairy Studios, Hungate Lane, Beccles, NR34 9TN 07875 124346 SPECIAL EVENTS 4-6 Sep Maui Waui Festival 2015 There will be everything from 1920’s music to storytellers to entertain the children plus a full circus, stalls bar and food. Peakhill Farm, Theberton, IP16 4TG 6-Sep Suffolk Walk With a Fork Ormiston Families is proud to bring you an eight-mile walk around the splendid location of Helmingham Hall - with a twist. Helmingham Hall, Stowmarket, IP14 6EF. 01473 890 799 12-Sep Long Melford Book Fair Up to 25 exhibitors selling an extensive range of secondhand & collectable books. Memorial Hall, Long Melford, CO10 9LQ. 01245 361609 26-29 Sep Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival Over 90 local producers, two demonstration stages, hands on masterclasees, pop up bakery and kids zone with free cookery workshops. A weekend for all the family and a Steet Food Feast on Saturday evening with live music and Suffolk street food. Snape Maltings, Aldeburgh IP17 1SR. 01728 688 303. www.snapemaltings.co.uk 26-Sep Fawlty Towers Night This evening promises to be full of laughter as you enjoy a three-course dinner in the company of Basil and Manuel; a dinner show with a difference from two award winning actors. White Lion, Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BJ. 01728 452720. www.whitelion.co.uk ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS 6-Sep Clare Antiques Fair Visit the beautiful village of Clare for a great collection of antique and vintage dealers from all over the region. Clare Town Hall, Market Hill, Clare, CO10 8NN. 07869 332245 20-Sep Ixworth Antiques and Collectors Fair Indoors, 40 tables including specialist art glass stall, furniture and more. Ixworth Village Hall, Ixworth, IP31 2HH. 07535 503864 26-27 Sep Long Melford Antiques and Vintage Fair Open from 9.30am till 4pm. The Old School, Hall Street, CO10 9DX. 01449 740601 27-Sep Risby Hall Antique & Collectors Fair Up to 53 tables selling furniture, silver, tools, clocks, linen, jewellery and more. Risby Village Hall, Risby, IP28 6RT. 01787 280267

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The summer season may be on the way out but autumn is just around the corner. Rustic is still the theme for weddings whatever time of the year so we have sheets and rolls of hessian wide enough to cover the standard size of trestle tables, or narrower to use as a table runner. The ribbon room includes narrower still rolls of both hessian and lace, combined on the one roll or as an individual item. This is being used to decorate jam jars and bottles as well. In order to give everything that rural look, metal and wooden post boxes for cards are also in stock along with the plain card versions.

Dried grasses and flowers are coming back into fashion and surprisingly we only have a small range. This includes, Wheat, Oats, Barley, Papaver (poppy), Delphinium, Bulrushes, Achillea, Honesty, Nigella, Amaranthus, Lavender and Seteria. Other varieties can be sourced by special request. As time seems to fly by, we have now got in Halloween stock for all those witches and ghosts being out and about on October 31st! Of course we have not forgotten Christmas and what a range we will have again this year. Watch this space for a sneak preview, or better still come along to The Pightle Barn to see for yourself. We will be pleased to see you â&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Ś.

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EXPLORE SUFFOLK BY NIGHT Following the recent publication of At Night, which plunges the reader into the darkness of Suffolk, from night-rambling through the Suffolk marshes to cycling in the dark for over 100 miles, from London to Suffolk, we caught up with celebrated travel writer Dixe Wills for his tops tips on wandering in the county’s darkness. FIVE Night Rambling Tips

Over many years of wandering across country at night, I’ve picked up a few insights into how to do it better. I share these with you now. 1. Plan your route carefully. Good places for catching big skies include the coast (though take extra care with clifftop paths) and open areas such as moorland or fens. High vantage points with views of city lightscapes are also a bonus. Where possible, try to avoid thickly wooded areas, major roads and muddy paths. 2. Take a large-scale map, compass, head torch, some snacks and something to drink (if it gets chilly or wet, a flask of hot soup can be particularly welcome). 3. Choose a night with a big moon and, if possible, a clear sky. 4. Don’t spread your possessions around you when you stop for a break. It’s all too easy to mislay some small but useful piece of equipment like a compass. 5. Use your ears and nose. You may not be able to see the stream or or railway line marked on your map but you may well be able to make out the rushing of water over stones or the trundling of a late-night train.

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HADLEIGH A pretty, little Suffolk market town close to the Essex border, Hadleigh is brimming with history and character. With over 250 listed buildings, Hadleigh is home to some fantastic architecture, most notable in and around the High Street, Benton Street, George Street and the Market Place, where traditional timber-framed and colourwashed plasterwork buildings abound. Picturesque St Mary’s Church with its stunning lead steeple has attracted the attention of painters including Gainsborough, Turner and Constable, while adjacent to the church lies the fabulous red-brick Deanery Tower - the only remnant of Hadleigh Palace – and the magnificent 15th century timber-framed Guildhall that is open to visitors during the summer months and serves cream teas in the garden Sunday to Friday. Shopping

The weekly Friday market includes stalls selling fresh local produce, whilst the High Street offers a range of independently run shops, ranging from bookshops to home ware stores and is also home to one of the county’s gems, Hadleigh Maid, which creates quality handmade chocolates. Slightly further afield, the peaceful country lanes of Monk Eleigh, one of Suffolk's prettiest villages, is home to Bridge Farm Barns, a collection of independent retail businesses and tea room set in old farm buildings.

Food and Drink

Hadleigh features a number of traditional pubs serving classic British dishes using seasonal produce. Stop by the King’s Head on the High Street, which throughout the year hosts popular themed weeks such as lobster and shellfish (6-10 Oct), Suffolk game week (10-14 Nov) and festival ale week (21-27 Dec). You’ll also find plenty of options for putting up your feet and enjoying a classic cream tea. Try Angel Delights Traditional Tea Room or Crabtrees, both on the High Street. What’s oN

Bildeston’s Homegrown Music Festival, 11 – 13 Sept Back for its fifth fabulous year, a free weekend full of non-stop music in the nearby Bildeston’s gardens, pubs and Village Square. The festival kicks off on Friday night with jazz at the Bildeston Crown. After all-day music on Saturday, and drinks from The Beehive Bar, Sunday features our ever-popular Musical Brunch served in the village square, and ends with music, tea and cake in the gardens at Bildeston Hall. Autumn Craft Fair, 3 Oct Taking place at the Town Hall, the craft fair will feature 35 stalls full of original handmade crafts for you to browse. Hadleigh Firework Display, 30 Oct Hadleigh’s biggest Fireworks Display run by Hadleigh United Football for the local Community returns to The Millfield.

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