Eastlife July 2018

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July 2018

Discover hundreds of events

Coastal carnivals, concerts, outdoor cinemas and more

School’s Out Family days out and animal encounters

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The all-new A-Class. Just like you.

The all-new Mercedes-Benz A-Class features an interior that redefines the concept of modern luxury in the compact class. Demonstrated

by MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) the touch-screen control, an innovative voice control system and augmented reality navigation revolutionises the way drivers can interact with the A-Class as your car learns who you are and intuitively updates your preferences.

Representative example A 180d SE 48 monthly payments of*(Term of agreement)

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As standard, the 7.0-inch dual wide-screen cockpit displays driver related information to the instrument cluster along with navigation and entertainment information to the touch-screen to allow for a more immersive driving experience.

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Official government fuel consumption figures in mpg (litres per 100km) for the A-Class range: urban 26.2(10.8)–51.4(5.5), extra urban 40.9(6.9)–60.1(4.7), combined 34.0(8.3)–56.5(5.0). CO2 emissions 189–129 g/km. Prices, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions correct at time of production. Official EU-regulated test data are 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 Mercedes-Benz Finance, we do arrange finance behalf of other finance companies as well. Model featured is a Mercedes-Benz A 180 d SE at £25,800 on-the-road (on-the-road price includes VAT, delivery, 12 months’ Road Fund Licence, number plates, first registration fee and fuel). Specification imagery may show optional features. Content relating to finance is promoted by Mercedes- Benz Finance. Your Retailer may offer finance on behalf of other companies. *Finance offer based on an A 180 d SE on a Mercedes-Benz Agility Agreement, on 10,000 miles per annum. Vehicle condition, excess mileage and other charges 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 April and 30 June 2018, registered by 30 September 2018. Guarantees may be required. Offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Some combinations of features/options may not be available.

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So far the weather has been kind to us this summer and let’s hope it continues as this month there is non-stop entertainment across the region. Some of the world’s biggest musicians will be taking to stages in the East, it’s full on glamour at the horseraces, colour galore as coastal carnival season kicks off and that’s just the start of things to come…

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This issue is your guide to the summer scene in the East with something for everyone to enjoy. And I mean everyone. No matter your age, budget or preference, you’re bound to find a fun day out in our pages.

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front cover: ‘Quayside Wells’ by Michael Richardson Michael won the inaugural Paint Out Norwich Nocturne Prize in 2015 and was runner-up in 2016. He regularly delivers oil painting and nocturne workshops during Paint Out events.

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11-15 AROUND THE REGION

A round-up of monthly news and events

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Exciting events not to be missed

36-37 COASTAL EVENTS

Celebrate summer with a carnival

39-43 DOG-FRIENDLY

Tails About Town and dog-friendly pubs

45-49 LITTLE EAST

Mum’s the Word and the best zoos and farms

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53-59 FOOD & DRINK

News, the Cambridge Foodie & al fresco dining 62-65 HEALTH Take your workout outdoors

67-69 FASHION

How to wear white & summer style

72-73 WEDDINGS

How to entertain your wedding guests

82-89 INTERIORS

The best antique stores in the East, plus advice for second time buyers

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91-93 ARTS

Monthly column and the latest news

95-105 SUFFOLK

Explore Aldeburgh & Southwold

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109-121 NORFOLK

Secret Norfolk, Wells-next-the-Sea & theatre listings

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123-129 BEDS, BUCKS & HERTS

Events from the across the counties

132-137 CAMBRIDGESHIRE Summer in the city of Cambridge

140-145 ESSEX

A guide to Leigh on Sea and listings

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Eastlife Diary Luna Cinema launches children’s cinema 30 July – 4 August This summer sees the addition of a ‘Kids Cinema’ at Hatfield House in Hertfordshire, showing blockbusters such as The Greatest Showman, Trolls and Tangled, to name a few. Price starts at £12.50 for adults, £7.50 for children.

You can also watch star-studded films on the big screen outdoors at Holkham Hall, Audley End House, Knebworth House, Hylands House and Harpenden Common.

Rock For Heroes 15 September, 7.30pm at Marina Theatre Lowestoft, Suffolk

Sign up for the Ely Colour Dash

Help fundraising in support of Help for Heroes and book your ticket to this live music experience.

Bringing the perfect combination of your favourite rock and pop artists across the eras, performed by a full live rock band and superb singers, it features hits from the likes of Status Quo, Queen, David Bowie, Madonna, Spandau Ballet, Bryan Adams and many more. marinatheatre.co.uk

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East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) Colour Dash will be held on Saturday, 11 August at King’s Ely. Covering 5km (3.1mile), participants will be showered with clouds of coloured powder as they run. Prices: Adult £20, Child (5-15) £10. www.each.org.uk/colour-dashes.

The Weird and Wacky Plants Project by Mr Plant Geek Thursday 5 July, 7pm at The Exchange Restaurant, Norwich An exciting event for the green fingers out there, to welcome The Plant Den to Jarrolds, the store will be holding an event with Michael Perry, aka Mr Plant Geek.

For over 20 years, Michael Perry’s career has taken him around the world in his quest to find new, different and unusual plants. He has now brought all this together in the Weird and Wacky Plants Project! With help from some of the world’s most prominent plants-people, you can join him on an hour’s visual journey through the fascinating plant world!

Tickets £17.50 and include pizza, light bites, wine and craft beer. Buy tickets at jarrold.co.uk/ events or Jarrold Customer Services, floor 2.

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Around the region Emirates launches Dubai flight to London Stansted History was made at London Stansted last month, as Emirates celebrated the inaugural flight of its new daily service from Dubai.

For the first time, residents in the East of England can now fly direct to Dubai and beyond via 155 connecting flights. The launch of the highly anticipated flight means travel to destinations such as China, Australia and India will be easier than ever before from the East.

Excitement filled the air at the celebratory event on Friday 8 June 2018, as the brand new Emirates Boeing 777-300ER touched down at London Stansted. It is the seventh UK airport from which Emirates operates.

In true Emirates style, the new aircraft is the height of luxury comprising of fully enclosed first class suites with ceiling to floor sliding doors; think a mini bedroom with state-of-the-art equipment and style in the air! Business class is spacious, providing plenty of space for passengers to relax and features a mini bar and entertainment system. The 306 seats in economy have been given a stylish Champagne and green colour scheme, more leg room than your usual aircraft, a USB and socket charging point and a 13.3 inch screen complete with an updated entertainment system offering up to 250 channels.

The daily flight from Dubai (DXB) to London Stansted (STN) departs Dubai at 09:30hrs and arrives in London Stansted at 14:10hrs. The return flight departs London Stansted at 21:10hrs and is scheduled to arrive in Dubai at 07:05hrs.

Outdoor summer spa comes to Cambridgeshire Move over glamping, spas and retreats, there’s a new Scandinavian lifestyle trend to embrace and it’s about to appear in the Cambridgeshire countryside.

Inspired by the Scandis’ laid back lifestyle and love affair with water and wood, PAUS is a new relaxation centre comprising wood fired, red cedar hot tubs and sauna on the hill top of Bourn.

Set to open in July, visitors can enjoy a soak in the wood fired tubs, whilst sipping a complimentary drink of choice.

Cool pools provide an opportunity to refresh before heading to the Terraza where a range of delicious, healthy meze can be enjoyed sat by the open fire. PAUS will also be hosting a number of exclusive events throughout the year, from outdoor cinemas to yoga, hands-on workshops and author’s readings. Tickets will be on a first come first served basis.

Tickets will range from £35 to £80 for a day’s relaxation and can be purchased at www.pauscambridge.com. Walk-ins are welcome but this will be on a first come first served basis, as space is limited.

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Discover Stylish Interiors in Newmarket Strive For Design first opened its doors in Newmarket, 16 months ago, when founder and director, Leigh Hall, decided to turn her on-site annexe into an interior accessories showroom.

The showroom gives off a vibe that can only be described as an array of warmth and comfort. Clients can walk-in or book a private showing allowing them to sit down and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee whilst going through endless sample books of fabrics, lighting, furniture and wallpapers, as well as exploring the bathroom and kitchen showrooms and observing the work within Long Cottage to get a real feel of all the possibilities within a home.

Along with Strive For Design, Leigh collaborates with her husband Steve Hall. Their sister company ‘Strive Construction’ allows the couple to work together and focus on project planning. Strive Construction predominantly focuses on residential construction such as extensions etc.

For more details visit www.strivefordesign.co.uk

Former Top Gear star The Stig to launch motorsports course Former Top Gear star Ben Collins – aka The Stig – has teamed up with an education charity to launch a new motorsports course.

The 43-year-old stuntman, who shot to fame as the anonymous driver on the hit motoring TV show, is working with charity The Smallpeice Trust to launch a motorsports engineering course in Hertfordshire for teenagers.

The programme, which is open to girls and boys, will teach young people about all aspects of life in the fast lane, including aerodynamics, engine and design testing, suspension and tyres. Working alongside professional engineers, students will gain practical insight into engineering principles, materials and technologies that shape the cutting-edge world of professional motorsport.

The residential three-day course, which takes place at the University of Hertfordshire between July 24 and 26, is aimed at Year 12 A-Level maths students. For more information visit www.smallpeicetrust.org.uk or call 01926 333 200.

Cambridge Bid brings Wimbledon to station quarter on giant outdoor screen Office workers and residents in the station quarter are invited to enjoy an al fresco lunch while watching Wimbledon on a giant screen, delivered by Cambridge BID, from 2-15 July.

Entitled ‘Strawberries & Screen’, this is one of a number of community-spirited events being hosted by the

organisation in Cambridge this summer. BBC coverage of the tournament, including early evening highlights, will be shown on a large LED screen next to The Tamburlaine hotel. Seating for 100 viewers will be provided for free, on a first-come, first-served basis.

foodPark will be supporting the event with a food truck every Monday to Thursday lunchtime, with the regular foodPark available as usual on Fridays.

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Summer Scene Written by Chelsie Sewell

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et your tent and wellies ready for these fantastic festivals taking place across the region this summer. We are spoilt for choice with the amount of fabulous music festivals and concerts taking place this summer season. With such a diverse range of events, from live music at a festival dedicated to champagne, and music festivals situated in the grounds of stunning stately homes, we are sure there is something for everyone. Here we have listed our favourites.

RiZE Festival, Hylands Park, Chelmsford, CM2 8WQ 17-18 August, from £59.50 A brand new festival situated at the iconic Hylands Park in Chelmsford, RiZE makes its debut this summer. With Liam Gallagher and Stereophonics as the headlining acts, alongside hundreds of others including James Bay and Bastille, across four different stages. Get your wellies and raincoats ready, as there is the option to camp onsite too.

Twinwood – Twinwood Area, MK41 6AB 24- 27 August, from £29 Twinwood is a weekend long event, celebrating everything vintage. With many acts returning from previous years, as well as new, up and coming artists making their Twinwood debut. Alongside an amazing line-up, there are plenty of things to do, from free dance classes, pop-up vintage shops and museums.

Jazz in the Gardens, Wimpole Hall, Royston, SG8 0BW 21 July, from £10 Enjoy an evening of Jazz with the Cambridge Jazz Theorem, amongst the gardens of a historic stately home; Wimpole Hall. The talented band of musicians create an exciting and stimulating blend of music, by putting their own spin on classical jazz. Bring along Pimms and a picnic for a night of great music.

Outside Live Festival, Sennowe Park, Norwich, NR20 5PB 27-29 July, from £38.50 Outside Live Festival is set in the beautiful Sennowe Park, near Norwich. A three-day event, with the first two nights featuring incredible artists; James Arthur on the first, and Katherine Jenkins on the second. The park transforms into an outdoor cinema on the third day, showing the wellrenowned film; The Greatest Showman.

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Farr Festival, Bygrave Woods, Newnham, SG7 5JX 5-8 July, from £45 Farr Festival is an electronic music festival hidden amongst an uninhibited forest in Hertfordshire. The forest is illuminated by hundreds of fairy lights, whilst DJs and artists perform their music all day long. You can also have a swing in one of the hammocks hung between the trees when your feet need a rest!

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Live music at Euston Hall,Thetford, IP24 2QW 5-7 July, from £39.50 Euston Hall will be hosting three nights of live music this summer in the grounds of the spectacular stately home.

II Divo, the world’s first classical crossover group will be performing for part of their UK tour, alongside Sir Tom Jones who will be performing on the second night, and British pop icons; Madness, on the third.

Little Mix at Earlham Park, Norwich, NR4 7TQ 21 July, from £47.75 The popular girl band, Little Mix will be performing at Norwich’s Earlham Park this summer, for part of their UK ‘Summer Hits’ tour. They will be joined by fellow X Factor winners Rak-Su and the Germein Sisters, who won the 2017 series. You can expect to hear the band’s wellknown classics such as Wings, and Black Magic alongside more recent hits from their Platinum Glory Days album, such as Shout Out To My Ex.

Folk In A Field Festival, Bradmoore Woods, King’s Lynn, PE32 1TS 6-8 July, from £62 A music festival situated in a woodland setting in the heart of Norfolk. This rustic location helps contribute to the carefree, nonchalant feel throughout the festival. As well as having a diverse range of performers, from the acoustic, folk and roots music scene, the festival offers much more than just that. With craft demonstrations, archery and music workshops for all ages, as well as free camping and a children’s play area, this festival is perfect for the whole family.

Brentwood Festival, Brentwood Centre, Brentwood CM15 9NN 13-15 July, from £25 Another year and Brentwood Festival are hosting another amazing event, with their proceedings going to charity.

Music sensations such as Scouting For Girls and rock band Squeeze, are helping to raise money for Cancer Research UK, whilst providing a weekend of fun for everyone, you can even bring your dog along to join in!

Cambridge Folk Festival, Cherry Hinton Hall Grounds, Cherry Hinton, CB1 8DW 2-5 August, from £29 This award-winning festival is renowned for its atmosphere and eclectic range of music. With the best traditional folk artists from the UK and Ireland, combined with American country, blues and roots artists, acclaimed singer songwriters, famous names and world music stars, this is perfect for any folk fans. The festival is conveniently situated only fifteen minutes out of Cambridge City centre.

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hat more could you want than a day at the races, followed by an evening of singing and dancing to your favourite live music? Here we have found some events taking place across the area this summer.

Magic of Motown at Newmarket Racecourses, Newmarket, CB8 0TG 3 August, from £25 Prepare yourself for ninety minutes of Motown Classics from the likes of Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder and many more. This incredible tribute band will be singing forty back-to-back Motown hits, which are bound to get your feet moving!

Moët and Chandon July Festival at Newmarket Racecourses, Newmarket, CB8 0TG 12-14 July, from £15 Newmarket’s summer highlight, the Moet and Chandon festival is returning in July, for a weekend of sun, entertainment and of course races! Over forty thousand visitors assemble at the picturesque Adnams racecourse in their best attire, for one of Britain’s most stylish summer events. Fashion guru, Gok Wan will be returning to co-host Feel Good Friday on the second day, as well as present the prize for most Stylish Group.

Melanie C at Ladies Night, Great Yarmouth Racecourse, Norfolk 18 July, from £17 Sporty Spice, Mel C will be hosting the after-race entertainment at Great Yarmouth’s Ladies Night event this summer. The popular solo-singer will be presenting tracks to reflect the ‘girl power’ feel of the annual event, alongside her own favourite music.

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Bjorn Again at EACH Music Festival at Huntingdon Races, Brampton, PE28 4NL 25 August, from £25 World famous ‘Bjorn Again’ will be performing some of Abba’s greatest hits at a brand-new festival at Huntingdon Racecourse this August bank holiday. The group have performed in over a hundred countries, and they have even been endorsed by ABBA themselves. The funpacked festival will feature children’s stalls, inflatables, face-painting as well as food and drink. The event is in aid of East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH).

Haçienda Classiçal at Chelmsford City Racecourse, Chelmsford, CM3 1QP 1 September, from £35 Haçienda Classiçal will be performing at Chelmsford City Racecourse in September, after an evening of top-class racing. Manchester Camerata orchestra will be playing the biggest club tunes alongside DJ’s Graeme Park, Mike Pickering and Special Guests. This light and sound extravaganza is set to be the gig of the year!

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or a fun summer evening, book your seat at one of these outdoor cinema and film screenings popping up across the East of England

The Star & Mouse Picture Show, until 15 September The Star & Mouse Picture Show is back once again for a season of screenings underneath the night’s sky at various locations throughout Cambridgeshire. Expect a cosy atmosphere with fairy lights, food, fire pits and entertainment. You can catch Star & Mouse at venues including The Double Tree Hilton, Creake Abbey, Mandingly Hall, The Cambridge American Cemetery, Wandlebury Park and many others. Booking is highly recommended. Tickets are £12. www.starandmouse.com

Luna Cinema, various locations, until 13 July This year Luna Cinema celebrates its 10th anniversary with more screening than ever before with new blockbusters, award winners and cult classics on the line up. Pack your picnic and blanket and enjoy a film on the big screen under the stars. Luna Cinemas will be popping up across the region showing Pretty Woman, Moulin Rouge, The Greatest Showman and Harry Potter to name a few! Book your seat for a night at the movies at Hatfield House from 14-16 June, Holkham Hall on 29 and 30 June, Highfield Park in St Albans on 5 July, Knebworth House from 7-8 July, Audley End House from 6-8 July and Hylands House from 11-13 July. www.thelunacinema.com

Essex Outdoor Cinema, until 29 September Get cosy under the nights sky and watch star-studded films from Essex Outdoor Cinema at a number of Essex locations. Films such as Pretty Woman, The Goonies, Grease and Bridesmaids to name a few will be popping up at Maldon Promenade Park, RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Upminster Windmill, Capel Manor Gardens and Braxted Park. www.essexoutdoorcinema.com

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Sundown Cinema, Suffolk, Cambs, Herts & Beds, until 1 September This year IWM Duxford, Hitchin Lavender, Hitchin Priory, Luton Hoo, Shuttleworth House, Ickworth House, The Jockey Club and Wimpole Estate welcome Sundown Cinema. Enjoy an evening in the great outdoors while watching classic films such as Top Gun, Dirty Dancing and Breakfast at Tiffany’s. www.sundowncinema.co.uk

Enchanted Cinema, Cambridgeshire, until 3 September The popular pop up cinema returns for another summer of movies under Cambridgeshire skies. You’ll be able to catch family-friendly classics at Burwash Manor while Brewboard Brewery will host cinematic marvels including Bladerunner and Pulp Fiction. This year Enchanted Cinema will be returning to the pretty inner city hidden garden at The Gonville Hotel for a showing of the Great Gatsby, Grease, Dirty Dancing and much more. www.enchantedcinema.co.uk

Summer Screen, Colchester, 6-15 July A showing of five films, including big blockbusters such as The Greatest Showman, will take place 6-8 July, followed by a free live tennis stream from Wimbledon on the big screen in from 2-15 July. www.colchester-events.co.uk/event/summerscreen

Strawberries & Screen, Cambridge, 2-15 July Office workers and residents in the station quarter are invited to enjoy an al fresco lunch while watching Wimbledon on a giant screen, delivered by Cambridge BID. Entitled ‘Strawberries & Screen’, this is one of a number of community-spirited events being hosted by the organisation in Cambridge this summer. BBC coverage of the tournament, including early evening highlights, will be shown from 2-15 July on a large LED screen next to The Tamburlaine hotel. Seating for 100 viewers will be provided for free, on a first-come, first-served basis. www.cambridgebid.co.uk/whats-on

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Written by Ben Attenborugh

Ahead of their gig at Chelmsford City Racecourse, we speak to legendary Hacienda DJ Graeme Park about how playing dance music with a classical orchestra came about.

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n the late 80s a new beat entered the British music scene and a unique club in Manchester was the perfect conduit for a dance movement that would change youth culture forever. The club was the Haçienda and the music was acid house.

The music of that era has now been fused with a full orchestra and is touring the country as Haçienda Classical. On Saturday 1 September the show is coming to Chelmsford City Racecourse.

Punters will experience an evening of horse racing followed by some of the biggest Haçienda club tunes performed live by the Manchester Camerata orchestra alongside DJs Graeme Park, Mike Pickering and special guests. Graeme and Mike were both pioneering DJs at the Haçienda and ahead of the performance I interviewed Graeme Park.

The Haçienda closed its doors in 1997, but it has kept going as a brand with the club’s iconic DJs Graeme Park and Mike Pickering touring various clubs.

Graeme said: “Mike Pickering and I realized the number of clubbers who had actually been to the original Haçienda were becoming fewer and the audience was getting younger. So we did what all good DJs should do and started playing to the crowd.”

Unfortunately older fans just wanted to hear the classics, so Graeme hit upon a novel idea. “A bunch of us were in a hotel waiting for a lift. When the lift opened two musicians came out carrying instruments and I said ‘that’s what we should do, we should perform with an orchestra.’

“At first we all laughed, but gradually realized it was a good idea.”

A one off “Haçienda Classical” event was organized with Mike, Graeme and New Order’s Peter Hook, who would sing on Blue Monday. But before long the one off concert had transformed into a 18 event tour. Graeme said: “During the fourth show I realised that this was going to

become a tour. And I thought to myself ‘this needs to be better.’” So the group went back to the studio to record more backing tracks, adding more variety to the show and the next year 80% of the content of the performance was new.

Graeme said: “We were also able to re-arrange wellknown tunes so that the audience wouldn’t recognize them until the vocal comes in. An example is Show Me Love by Robin S. The arrangement is totally different so the crowd is surprised and goes wild when the vocal hits.

“It was important to us that the whole set flows like a DJ mix.”

The DJs can achieve this by playing a cappella tracks and adding unexpected samples into the performance.

Graeme said: “Keeping that live DJ feel is important, I don’t want to be a DJ who just throws their arms around but doesn’t really do anything.” Another expected treat audiences have experienced is actually hearing Graeme sing on New Order’s Blue Monday (originally sung by Peter Hook). Graeme said:“Two years ago in Lancaster Mike couldn’t make a rehearsal and Peter Hook was flying in from another country so couldn’t make it.

“When it comes to Blue Monday I grew up with this song, so when we were playing it I just ran to the front of the stage and started singing it. Afterwards everyone said it was really good. I was like ‘no, I was just messing about’, but everyone really liked it, so when Peter Hook couldn’t make it I got really drunk and stepped in to do the vocals.

“Now I don’t need to get really drunk to sing and we’ve actually added a second song for me to perform.”

Haçienda Classical will be coming to Chelmsford City Racecourse on Saturday 1 September. For tickets see tinyurl.com/hacienda-chelmsford and to find out more about Graeme Park visit thisisgraemepark.com Images: opposite page; Graeme Parker by Craige Barker www.craigebarker.com. Above; image by Mark L Hill.

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Head to the Shuttleworth Family Air Show (www.shuttleworth.org/events/familyairshow) on the 5 August in Bedfordshire for a full day of family fun. There’ll be plenty of aircraft displays, a pilot chat about the chipmunk, live music, free rides on vintage buses as well as craft activities for the kids including the chance to make their own model aircraft.

The Norfolk Tank Museum (norfolktankmuseum.co.uk) houses a huge collection of military vehicles, weapons and militaria. Of course, there’s also a fascinating collection of centurion tanks. Pop down during Armourfest on 11 & 12 August to see some of them in action and enjoy an off-road course in the Hagglunds BV206 All-Terrain vehicle experience.

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(www.dehavillandmuseum.co.uk) in Hertfordshire is the oldest aviation museum in the UK dedicated to the preservation and display of de Havilland Aircraft which played an important role in the history of 20th century aircraft development in Britain. As a working museum, you’ll see staff actively restoring the de Havilland Aircraft.

Maries at War on the 21 July. (www.stowmaries.org.uk/ calendar/60/92-Stow-Maries-at-War). This event focuses on the British Armed Forces of the Great War, from soldiers and nurses through to airmen and covers everything from their uniforms and weaponry through to equipment and training. There will be demonstrations, a chance to view a selection of Great War aircraft and some fantastic air displays throughout the day.

Find out more about radar at the RAF Radar Museum (www.radarmuseum.co.uk) in Horning Norfolk. Sit in a Jaguar or a Tornado cockpit, find out about the history of radar and enjoy their current exhibition on the First World War Women of Norfolk and enjoy talks on the early development and the cold war.

And finally, for fans of the famous Flying Scotsman… the well-known train will return to Peterborough’s Nene Valley Railway (www.nvr.org.uk) in late September.

Tickets cost £25 for adults and £13 for children.

Booking in advance is essential.

The Little Gransden Air Show (http://littlegransdenairshow.co.uk) returns to Cambridgeshire on the 20 August. With over 300 vehicle exhibitors and a flying display lasting more than 3.5 hours, this is a great show for the whole family. Run completely by unpaid volunteers, all profit goes to BBC’s Children in Need and various local charities.

The Old Buckenham Air Show (www.oldbuckenhamairshow.co.uk) takes place on the 28 & 29 July in Norfolk and features a huge array of air displays including wing walkers, spitfires and hurricanes. There’ll also be the chance to take to the skies yourself with a ride in a helicopter, tank rides, classic cars, a funfair and so much more. The best bit? Under 12s go free!

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What is better than the exciting hubbub of a carnival?

The music, dancing, the bright colours and lights of the fairground rides? A carnival right by the sea of course!

This summer, up and down the coast of East Anglia, towns are preparing for the carnival season, painting floats and practicing acts ready for the crowds to flood in.

Here are just a few of the seaside festivities worth a visit this summer:

Great Yarmouth Family Fun Day, 14 July Jellicoe Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 4AU If a procession isn’t for you but you still want to have a great time with the family by the seaside then head

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over to Great Yarmouth’s Family Fun Day. From 11am until 6pm the town hosts Jousting tournaments, a circus, petting zoo, magic shows, art and craft workshops, Zorb ball activities, a dog show on the beach and much, much more. This fun day is bound to have something for everyone to enjoy, including well-behaved dogs.

Sheringham Carnival, 28 Jul – 5 Aug Town Centre, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8LG The Sheringham Carnival festivities last for over a week, including the usual fancy dress, children’s activities and music. Sheringham crowns their ‘royal’ family at the start of the week, which oversees the carnival, hands out prizes and represents Sheringham by attending the Cromer Carnival as well. Street races and fireworks on the beach are the highlights of this carnival. www.sheringhamcarnival.com

Wells Carnival, 27 Jul- 5 Aug Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1EZ Wells Carnival is packed full of activities for over a week.

In the days leading up to the Parade day on the 4th, Wells-next-the-Sea hosts a disco, live music, fun run, a dog show (2 Aug, 5.30pm) and a sandcastle competition (2 Aug, 2pm) to name a few of the numerous events. In the pretty Norfolk seaside setting fronted by colourful beach huts, this Carnival is not one to miss. www.wellscarnival.co.uk

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Cromer Carnival, 11-17 Aug Town Centre, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HN The Cromer Carnival week is packed full of activities and shows to entertain the whole family. Activities throughout the week include music, dancing and an enormous breadth of acts; dog agility competitions, a BMX show, falconry display and fairground rides. The Carnival Day on the 15th features the traditional procession of floats, fancy-dress, a display from the Red Arrows at 4pm and a finale of fireworks. www.cromercarnival.co.uk

Hythe Bridge, Town Centre, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9 This fair is not on the beachfront, but it’s a fun day by the water all the same, as the Downham Market Water Festival and Dragon Boat Race takes place at Hythe Bridge on the Great Ouse. With stalls, a fun fair and lots of activities on the river, the festival lasts from 10am until 5pm. The dragon-headed boats full of madly paddling people is a fun sight to see and worth a visit if you’re in the area. www.downhammarkettowncouncil.org.uk

Southend Carnival, 18 Aug Marine Parade, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2EJ Southend Carnival, which has run annually since 1906, maintains a traditional combination of a colourful parade of floats and costumes, acts, dancers and live music on the beach. The 3000-participant-strong parade starts in Southchurch Park at 6.45pm and finishes in Shoresfield Road at 9pm. The best views of the parade are on the central seafront City Beach. The impressive Rio-esque carnival costumes add to the fun party atmosphere for this carnival. www.southendcarnivalevents.org.uk

Aldeburgh Carnival, 18-20 Aug

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Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP15 5DS Aldeburgh has set their 76th Carnival’s theme as ‘fly me to the moon’, so it is bound to be out of this world. Across the three days, Aldeburgh hosts the colourful parade (Monday at 3.15pm) and arena displays, the popular and beautiful Chinese lantern procession (Monday at 8.45pm), donkey rides, fireworks (Monday at 9.15pm) and music; it’s no wonder it was awarded ‘Family Tourism Event of the Year’ in the Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism awards 2018.

Filled with family fun, stalls, competitions and swimming races in the sea, Aldeburgh Carnival is a perfect long weekend for everyone. Buy a Carnival Programme for a full run-down of what’s on. www.aldeburghcarnival.com

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Tails about town Written by Emma Kemsley

Scuba Spaniel “

Is that a seal or a spaniel?” I heard a passer-by say on the shores of Mersea Island (she actually said dog but that doesn’t sound as good), as Fletcher effortlessly glided through the water with his head popping up just above sea level.

On a sunny Sunday, we packed a picnic and chew bone and made our way to Mersea Island in Essex, with the intention of picking up some seafood and settling down on a sandy patch for the day. This idea was short lived when a coastal breeze meant it was absolutely freezing, however it didn’t stop Fletcher from running across the beach at full speed and leaping into the sea as though he was some kind of Olympic hero crossing the finishing line for gold.

Fletcher’s obsession with swimming and stones started a couple of years ago when we lived in Ibiza for six months.

His daily walks become daily swims and he’d spend hours jumping off cliffs and diving down into the crystal clear water for stones. He’d keep locals and holidaymakers entertained with his antics with people queuing to video and take pictures of him. You can just imagine the reaction of people when they’d pop up with a snorkel and come face to face with a spaniel or when he’d decide that he was going to live the high life and swim up to one of the many boats and yachts moored nearby. And so the nickname ‘scuba spaniel’ was born!

Mersea Island’s sea might not be quite as clear or warm but it didn’t stop him doing what he loves best. As we strolled along the beach, Fletcher chose to swim against the incoming tide for the entire length of the shoreline.

Worried he was going to exhaust himself and freeze, we bribed him out with a pile of stones where he spent an hour charging up and down, chasing the stones and skidding in the sand as they landed.

Unable to stand the wind any longer, we grabbed some fresh seafood to go, hopped back in the car and drove 25 minutes to Dedham, a delightful village in Constable Country. We made our way along the picnic lined river banks towards Flatford, where there was no breeze and families basked in the heat. Once away from the crowds and in a safe area, Fletcher was let off lead and wasted no time making his grand entrance with an almighty splash!

Much to the amusement of those rowing past.

A day of sticks, stones and swimming meant we left with one very happy puppy! We even got a peaceful evening without him dropping the ball at our feet. Instead he snoozed on the sofa twitching his nose and paws, while squeaking – is there anything cuter than a doggy dreaming?

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Pubs that welcome your pooch Written by

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t’s nice to have your four-legged friend in tow, especially on a sunny afternoon that calls for a stop in a pub garden. Take a look at our top picks for dog friendly pubs for whereever you are in the region…

SUFFOLK The King’s Head, Woodbridge 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP After a long walk along the river, quench your thirst at the super dog-friendly King’s Head on Market Hill. Pick a table outside and people watch while you enjoy a refreshing drink and your dog chows down on one of the treats from their ‘Mutt’s Menu’ such as cow ear, doggy sausage and honey dried pig snout for just £1 per item. www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk/mutt-s-menu-1 The Duke of Marlborough, Somersham Main Road, Somersham, Ipswich IP8 4QR Located on the main road through Somersham, owners and their well-behaved dogs can enjoy one of the many beautiful rural walks before relaxing in the courtyard garden or inside the spacious bar area. Soak up the atmosphere of this stunning traditional building while you enjoy a drink or treat yourself to a locally sourced dish from the extensive menu. Dogs are welcomed and there is a jar of dog biscuits on the bar which you can help yourself to. thedukeofmarlborough.com The Ramsholt Arms, Ramsholt Dock Road, Ramsholt, Suffolk IP12 3AB Overlooking the River Deben, The Ramsholt Arms is an idyllic place to stop for a drink and a bite to eat after a leisurely dog walk along the riverside. Kick back and take in the scenery as you decide whether to eat fresh fish or local game from the extensive menu. www.theramsholtarms.com

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The Ship at Dunwich, Saxmundham St James’s St, Dunwich, Saxmundham IP17 3DT Take your pick of dog walks from the beautiful surrounding countryside. Nestled in between Southwold and Aldeburgh, The Ship at Dunwich has a colourful history including once being a smugglers haunt. “Muddy paws are welcome at The Ship” which boasts dog-friendly dining in the bar, conservatory or breakfast room and dog-friendly accommodation to boot. www.shipatdunwich.co.uk

NORFOLK The Orange Tree, Thornham High Street, Thornham, PE36 6LY After a long walk and splash in the sea at either Brancaster Bay, Thornham Beach or Brancaster Staithe harbour, rest your feet and let your dog dry off at this stylish gastropub.

Dogs are welcome inside and out and it even has its own doggy menu! www.theorangetreethornham.co.uk

The Crown Inn, Broughton Bridge Road, Broughton, Huntingdon, PE28 3AY This picturesque grade 2 listed former saddlery is set in an acre of grounds allowing plenty of space for you and your pooch. The Crown Inn is bursting with character with all the charm you would expect in a building of that era. Why not pop in for a pudding after a walk around the stunning surrounding countryside. www.thecrowninnrestaurant.co.uk

The Crown, Pulham Market The Green, Pulham Market, Norfolk, IP21 4TA Packed with charm and with fantastic history, The Crown is the perfect dog-friendly stop if you are visiting Pulham Market. Set overlooking the village green and with the picturesque church to the rear. Ask the bar staff about the ghost, it even has its own table! www.thecrowninn-pulham.co.uk

The Nelson, Burnham Market Creake Road, Burnham Market, Norfolk, PE31 8EN The stylish Nelson Country Inn is set in the pretty town of Burnham market where you’ll find lots of nice little walks a short distance away at the River Burn. Put your feet up and watch the world go by in the garden while you enjoy a drink in this lovely dog friendly pub. www.the-nelson.com/index

CAMBRIDGESHIRE The Bridge House, St Neots Market Square, St Neots, PE19 2AP Recently refurbished, the Bridge House is set in a gorgeous location overlooking the Great Ouse. Take a stroll along the river with your four legged friend then sit back and relax in the bar with its oak beams.

Or watch the world go by in the garden as you tuck into some traditional home cooked pub food. www.thebridgehouse.moonfruit.com

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HERTFORDSHIRE The Cowper Arms, Letty Green 57 Cole Green Lane, Letty Green, Hertford, SG14 2NL Set in the pretty village of Letty Green, on the outskirts of Hertford, the pub offers a biscuit bar for dogs and a good choice of food for humans too! Choose a spot in the quiet and enclosed garden on a nice sunny day. Nearby is The Cole Green Way and the Hertford to Ware Towpath. An old railway line, with streams and plenty of shade, it’s popular with dog walkers and is a great way of working up an appetite before your trip to the pub. Don’t leave without trying the melting golden chocolate orange bomb for dessert! www.thecowperarmscolegreen.co.uk

The College Arms, Hertford 40 London Rd, Hertford Heath, Hertford SG13 7PW Based in the centre of Hertford Heath and backing on to woodland, The Collage Arms is the ideal place to stop for a drink and a bite to eat after your dog walk. Why not visit on a Sunday, try one of their Sunday roasts with large Yorkshire puddings and relax after in a leather armchair with your pooch by your side. www.thecollegearmshertfordheath.com

The Orange Tree, Baldock The Chequers, Goldhanger The Square, Goldhanger, Essex, CM9 8AS Located in the charming village of Goldhanger, near Maldon, on the River Blackwater in Essex, is a warm and welcoming pub. It’s ideal for dog owners as you’ll find plenty of walks nearby along the Blackwater Estuary and surrounding area.

After a nice long walk return with your pooch to quench your thirst or enjoy a bite to eat. The sunny patio is the perfect place to relax and dogs are also allowed inside at three of the bar areas. www.thechequersgoldhanger.co.uk

The Anchor, Danbury Runsell Green, Danbury, Chelmsford, Essex C M3 4QZ Set in a traditional picture postcard building, The Anchor is packed with character features that you would expect to find in a traditional country inn. The nautical theme runs throughout the building inside and out with an impressive collection of brass on show. Dogs are welcome but not in the main dining areas. The Anchor advise you book ahead during busy periods to ensure they can accommodate you and your pooch. www.theanchordanbury.co.uk/index

Coach & Horses Cambridge Road, Newport, Saffron Walden CB11 3TR After a long walk following one of the nearby footpaths which take you deep into the Uttlesford countryside, stop by the Coach & Horses pub in Newport for a refreshing drink and bite to eat. Dogs are welcome inside the pub area, where owners can also dine, and the huge garden. Staff are more than happy to provide fresh water for doggies! www.coachandhorsesonline.com

Norton Road, Baldock, SG7 5AW This 330 year old pub boasts the largest beer garden in the area.

You’ll not be spoilt for choice with what to drink as they have a whopping 13 pumps with a selection from local breweries. Dogs are welcome in the bar but are asked that they are kept on the lead as there is a resident dog that may come and say hello.

Fresh water and dog biscuits are available on request. www.theorangetreebaldock.com

BEDFORDSHIRE The Embankment, Bedford 6 The Embankment, Bedford MK40 3PD Located directly opposite the River Ouse, owners and their dogs can enjoy a long walk along the river before relaxing on the outside terrace with a refreshing summer cocktail. Dogs are treated to fresh water and biscuits. Don’t worry if the weather takes a turn for the worse, dogs are also welcome inside! www.embankmentbedford.co.uk

The Three Cups, Bedford 45 Newnham St, Bedford MK40 3JR Just outside the centre of Bedford, the award-winning The Three Cups is a friendly and inviting pub with an interesting back story about how it was turned into the place it is today. Why not pop in for a visit after a walk along the River Great Ouse? It is dog-friendly and they have a free supply of dog biscuits for the four legged guests as well as stocking their own beers alongside Greene King ales. www.threecupsbedford.co.uk

As chosen by Dragons Den Star and entrepreneur Theo Paphitis, Karen Rhodes is the owner of award-winning Suffolk Dog Services. She provides rural adventure walks specialising in high energy working dog breeds. Taking them away from their usual surroundings and treating them to amazing experiences. www.suffolkdogservices.co.uk | Facebook: /suffolkdogservices

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few things have happened this year that have reminded me that time is marching on. My younger step daughter turned 13 making that two teenage daughters that I have, my baby hit double digits, and displayed a marked increase at giggling about private parts, and I turned 38 which feels like a definite ‘almost 40’ as opposed to my previously comfortable position in my mid-thirties.

However despite time clearly moving on I didn’t feel old, I’m a card carrying ‘cool mum’ and my veneer of coolness protects me from the erosion of time. Well it did until last weekend…

It was a normal family weekend: drag the teenager out of bed around noon, tear the youngest away from shooting people on his phone and take a trip to everyone’s favourite Swedish store for meatballs and fantasising that your house looks as neat and tidy as the numerous staged rooms you nose around.

So we go in the store and music is playing, Spice Girls’ ‘Wannabe’ blasting from a strangely positioned DJ booth and I, being both Cool Mom™ & child of the 90s, start singing along. I soon notice I’m not alone in blasting out a zig-a-zig-ah, my 15 year old also knows all of the words and is singing. I smile at this moment of shared joy but then it hits me. This, to her, is like ABBA was to me growing up. It’s retro. It’s an old pop classic. And I am too.

Was quite a blow realising that I, the teenager that forced my mum to listen to all of Parklife before she could dismiss it as rubbish, was now the retro mum, almost 40 and reminiscing about the Spice Girls. It hurts.

Then however a 10 year old boy came to call for my boy.

“Are you his sister?” “-giggles- no, actually I’m his mum.”

“Oh wow, I’ve not seen you before. I like your dress, are you going to a party?” “Oh, this old thing…” and although I didn’t say it, there it was in my mind, I’ve still got it. Even if I am nearly 40!

Read more from Dolly at www.raggydollywrites.wordpress.com or follow her on Twitter @Osborneosaurus

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chools out for summer, so there’s no better time to be heading off for an animal encounter at one of the many great zoos or farms in the region. We’ve rounded up a great range of places to add to your summer bucket list, from the truly unusual through to the cheap and cheerful. Why not visit them all?

Head on down to the Suffolk Punch Trust (suffolkpunchtrust.org) to keep the kids happy with a fully packed day of activities including meeting their resident mares, stallions and foals, visiting their rare breed pigs, sheep, cattle and chickens, going for a walk in their wonderful grounds or taking part in one of their stable demonstrations. There’s plenty going on during the summer, so check the website for details of other activities. You’ll have a great day and be helping the trust to continue with their work to breed and preserve the Suffolk Punch horse.

Drove Orchards (droveorchards.com) in Thornham in Norfolk will be hosting its third annual ‘Go Wild at Drove’ event with the Norfolk Ornithologists’ Association

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on Saturday 4 August 2018, 10am-4pm. They’ll be celebrating local wildlife and offering visitors the chance to get up close and see the amazing variety of birds, insects and plants at Drove Orchards.

There’ll be a chance to enjoy close encounters with birds, moths, butterflies, and caterpillars. Guided walks around the orchards and around the wildlife-rich areas of the farm will take place during the day, and there will be lots of information and activities available at the big barn.

There will also be indoor and outdoor displays, activities and goodie bags for kids.

Bedfordshire’s Woodside Farm (www.woodsidefarm. co.uk) is a great place for kids and adults to get up close to the wildlife when on a budget. (£7.50 per adult and child. Under 2s free or go off peak for £5.50). Meet baby ducklings, bunnies, giant lizards and even a 6ft boa constrictor alongside pigs, goats and more. There’s also a range of funfair rides, a tractor ride, crazy golf and even a soft play centre…so plenty to keep you occupied.

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Shepreth Wildlife Park (sheprethwildlifepark.co.uk) in Cambridgeshire has a great variety of animals sure to excite every little one, especially their tiger! Visit on 4 August for its Tiger Day or alternatively pop along on 27 August for the Hedgehog Day. There are plenty of activities throughout the day including talks, lemur feeding, animal encounters, nocturnal house feeding and much more.

Visit the Ventura Wildlife Park (venturawildlife.co.uk/zoogardens) in Great Amwell in Hertfordshire for some animal experiences. The park is a community based wildlife park and home to a variety of animals including zebra, emu, wallaby, red kangaroo, reindeer, lorikeets, lemurs, snakes and lizards, Madagascar’s largest carnivore…the fossa and the UK’s only Cuban Hutia. Come face to face with the animals with one of the many interactive experiences on offer.

Lee Valley Park Farm (lvfarms.co.uk) in Essex has a huge array of events taking place over the summer which are perfect for a day out with the family. Hawking Around (21 July – 3 August) focuses on all things birds in particular majestic birds of prey. Horse Play (4 August – 17 August) features live donkey and pony shows, giving visitors the opportunity to groom and ride as well as a celebration of the mythical unicorn. Critter Crazy (18 August – 2 September) will celebrate everything from snakes and insects to rabbits and reptiles, giving visitors the chance to get up close and personal with the animals.

With so many places to visit, just make sure you set aside enough time to visit them all!

Ventura Wildlife Park

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Food&Drink news Cambridge’s Midsummer House chef publishes his first book The two-star Michelin star chef and TV regular, Daniel Clifford, has published his first book, ‘Out of My Tree – Midsummer House’. The brutally honest part autobiography, part cookbook tells the story of the chef’s life, starting from the struggles he had as a child from a broken home, to the bully boy tactics he experienced when he was just starting out as a chef, to how he has become a successful business man and chef today. As well as an autobiography, the book features over 140 recipes. It will be available at the Midsummer House restaurant in Cambridge, as well as on the website, priced £45. www.midsummerhouse.co.uk

Pearces Farmshop in Herts, opens Pizzeria Pearces Farmshop and Café near Buntingford, has opened a ‘Pizzeria’ in a converted horsebox which is located on the meadows below the Café.

This vintage Rice horsebox has been creatively fitted out with an authentic Italian pizza oven where the chef freshly cooks pizzas to order using ingredients sourced from both the Farmshop and as locally as possible.

The simple and affordable menu has a choice of six thin-crust pizzas including the popular Margherita and the spicy Diavola or Parma Ham; prices are at £9.95 and £10.95. A drinks menu is also available. Two further Rice horseboxes have also been converted to provide on-site smart ladies and gents toilets. The new pizzeria will be open 7 days a week: Monday – Friday 12.30 – 5pm, Saturday 11am – 5pm, Sunday 10.30am – 3.30pm. www.pearcesfarmshop.com

The Sun Inn in Dedham celebrates 15 years with Beer and Music Festival

Channels Bar & Brasserie introduces ‘doggy dining’ Channels Bar and Brasserie in Chelmsford, Essex, has opened its doors to our favourite furry friends and is now offering ‘doggy dining’. It’s not just us humans that need to fill our bellies after a walk around the park, but the pooches can now join in too. Offering the ‘4 Paws’ menu, which includes Proctors Sausages, Cheese & Biscuits, Doggy Ice Cream, Snuffle Dog Beer and Pawsecco Wine.

Dogs can now dine in a dog-friendly setting, which is separate to the ‘formal’ dining area. With exceptional amenities, walks and green spaces, the doggy experience is guaranteed to be fun for the whole family. www.channelsestate.co.uk

To celebrate its 15th anniversary, The Sun Inn, in Dedham, Essex, is hosting a beer and music festival in its pub garden on 20-22 July. Over the weekend there will be a range of food and drinks available, as well as live music from a number of musicians. Head Chef Jack Levine will be cooking up Bonfire Pork Chilli and a Black Bean Chilli, or you can grab a burger or an ice cream from the stands outside. Visitors can enjoy a range of beers, ciders, craft lagers and keg ales, plus a gin and prosecco bar. www.thesuninndedham.com

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Popular shops and restaurants are closing.

As a result, there will be a lot of open spaces in the town centres and shopping arcades. What is going on?

One of the biggest changes over the last two decades has been shopping online. I can remember vividly when the first online food shop started in the Netherlands. It was back in the late 90s. The UK and the USA were far ahead of this. It was the start of one of the big changes in society. The other one was the increase in big superstores.

A one-stop shop was becoming more and more popular.

Cleverly thought through concepts where the smell of freshly baked bread would draw you to the bakery, colourful displays of fruit and vegetables convince you to stock up on products you’ve never seen before and a wide selection of convenience food to save you even more time!

The one stop shop trend was eliminating the small independent shops. Convenience was important, especially as more and more women started having their own careers. Even in cities like Rome, markets closed down as there was no time to shop here anymore.

Society was changing.

So what was really changing? Did we get more time?

The harsh reality was probably not, but what did happen?

It became a lonely society. On a quick non-stop shop, the cashier might exchange a few words if you are lucky.

Problems with online shopping? Not a problem at all, the popup box will answer all your questions.

The social aspect of shopping has gone. It has had an effect on a lot of things, not just the shopping experience.

The quality, price, consistency and sadly on our health.

We don’t tend the shop for quality anymore but on price.

On the other end, the producer is forced to sell his goods for unreasonable cheap prices and this is where the problem starts. But it is changing!

More and more people are going back to the roots. They make their own bread, take on an allotment and are more critical where to shop and dine. Big stores and restaurants are under pressure to change and listen to the consumers.

They realise, that in order to be successful, they have to put the customer first. One of the big hospitality chains announced a drop in turnover the other day. The reason was due to the beast from the east! As a market analyst put it correctly; “they don’t listen to the clients.” Without mentioning any names, I only can agree!

In order to make the big corporates change, we have to change! Be more critical and shop locally. These independents have taken great care, to choose the right product, choose a sustainable source and can assist you in your choice. They even ask you how you are and will spot if something is not quite right.

Instead of glaring at the screen to place your order and wondering if you will not have 8 out of 10 replacements, pop into one of the great local shops in Cambridge. You’ll be surprised about the great offering in Cambridge from shoes to lingerie, music systems, children clothes and of course fabulous food on the market, local shops and restaurants.

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Six, The Varsity Hotel, Thompson’s Lane, Cambridge CB5 8AQ. Tel: 01223 308030 sixcambridge.co.uk Six is located on the sixth floor of The Varsity Hotel, in the city centre. The rooftop location allows you to see the renowned colleges from the comfort of your seat, whilst you devour a perfectly cooked meal. This restaurant is ideal for any occasion, whether you just want a lazy brunch at the weekend, a lunch or dinner with friends, or even if you are treating yourself to afternoon tea! In addition to the extensive food menu, there is a wide range of cocktails and G&T’s on offer if you fancy a tipple while overlooking the captivating city.

The Anchor, Silver Street, Cambridge CB3 9EL. Tel: 01223 353554 | anchorcambridge.com Located on the banks of the beautiful river Cam, The Anchor allows diners to enjoy a homecooked meal whilst they watch the punts glide to-and-fro down the river. Being situated in the centre of the historic city, you are just a stone’s throw away from the famous colleges, and opposite the stunning Mathematical Bridge. The menu offers classic ‘pubgrub’, alongside more specialised options such as the Japanese inspired Miso glazed aubergine.

The River Garden, 36 Yarmouth Road, Norwich, NR7 0EQ. Tel: 01603 703900 www.therivergarden.co.uk The River Garden is located on the outskirts of Norwich, beside the River Yare. There are mooring facilities, making it easy for anyone arriving by boat to pay a visit. With plenty of spots to sit outside in the garden, this picturesque local pub is an idyllic spot for lunch or dinner on a summer’s day. The menu consists of a range of locally sourced and seasonal produce, as well as occasionally hosting themed food nights.

The Brudenell Hotel, The Parade, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5BU. Tel: 01728 452071 | www.brudenellhotel.co.uk If you are after luxury food whilst you admire the seafront from the convenience of your table, the Brudenell Hotel is the perfect place for you. The outdoor terrace provides a relaxed and informal setting, offering a wonderful atmosphere for any occasion. The menu is made up of an extensive list of locally sourced fresh fish and shellfish, ranging from the classic beer battered cod to a whole grilled lobster, as well as a range of meaty options from the grill. Whether it is meat or fish you prefer, there is something for everyone. Alongside the countless food options, you can also enjoy one of the many cocktails or gins from the drinks menu.

Plough Bolnhurst, Bolnhurst, Bedfordshire, MK44 2EX. Tel: 01234 376274 | bolnhurst.com This beautiful Tudor building is home to a candlelit bar and restaurant, providing delectable English and Mediterranean-style cuisine. The original low beams and the open fire contribute to the charismatic and homely feel of the pub. The spacious garden is scattered with quirky deck style chairs for you to sit outside, as well as tables for when you want to eat. This restaurant really has thought of everything, providing blankets and picnic rugs for summer days and the cooler evenings, the perfect touch!

The River Kitchen, Riverside Road, Wroxham, Norfolk, NR12 8UD. Tel: 01603 926560 | www.theriverkitchen.com The River Kitchen is a restaurant café located in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, overlooking this scenic stretch of water. Whether you want breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea, The River Kitchen only uses the freshest ingredients to create meals and treats for you. With a range of vegetarian and vegan options, there should be something to suit everyone’s taste. The large outdoor seating area is very popular on sunny days, as it allows you to overlook the tranquil Broads. As well as great food, there are mooring facilities for anyone visiting by boat.

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Le Talbooth, Gun Hill, Dedham, Essex, CO7 6HP Tel: 01206 323150 | www.milsomhotels.com/le-talbooth The riverside restaurant, Le Talbooth, provides an exceptional fine dining experience, overlooking the picturesque River Stour. The outstanding service and fabulous food is what makes Le Talbooth so popular. The well-executed menu consists of delicious British cuisine, offering familiar dishes, as well as more creative, original options for diners with a daring pallet. There is an a la carte menu, as well as a set lunch and vegetarian menu.

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Take fitness outside Written by Hannah Brown

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ritish Summer Time, and whilst it’s a little unpredictable, for the most part the sun is finally shining. There is no better time to take advantage of our great outdoors, and here in the East, we are truly blessed with miles of glorious countryside and coastline. Local councils have invested their resources into developing our parks and green spaces giving some towns fantastic outside spaces to be enjoyed by the whole family.

For many, like myself, fitness and staying well is incredibly important. Remaining active provides so many health benefits both mentally and physically but the added goodness of the sun means that exercising outside is a double positive. Doses of Vitamin D, or as appropriately named the “sunshine vitamin” is proven to be vital for a number of functions including the absorption of calcium and the regulation of the immune system.

I am going to sum up some of our region’s brilliant ways to maintain an exercise regime whilst enjoying the sun (hopefully!). It’s simple, fun and incredibly beneficial need more reason?

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But take away the misconception of intimidation and fear and instead be greeted with barrels of encouragement, motivation and camaraderie - all whilst working up a sweat! Find your nearest class at www.britmilfit.com But perhaps, like me, the word military just fills you with dread, so let me introduce Booty Fit. Female fitness for all women aimed at delivering a fun and social workout, improving confidence and energy. With classes found around the Hertfordshire area, “Booty Fit” is fabulous for post pregnancy and includes a timetable to compliment the school run. Babies and children are even welcome to join in, so there really are no excuses! www.bootyfit.co.uk

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Perhaps though, the idea of a group fitness class isn’t for you. One alternative is to join one of the many running clubs and groups that are held around the region.

Each town has at least one club, if not more, each with a friendly, welcoming vibe that accommodates runners of all abilities. My favourite finding has to be the ‘Coffee and Cake’ runs held by the Biggleswade Athletic Association.

I’m sure there is a pitch to be found for the Olympic Board? Head to southernrunningguide.com and you’ll find a plethora of groups including Grange Farm Trotters based in Essex.

High intensity isn’t for everyone, but we can still enjoy the outdoors and slow down with a little outdoor yoga, which gives a welcome contrast to the stale studio routine, a unity between nature, humanity and the universe.

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and tranquility, fresh air and steady doses of stillness (wind and rain permitting!). We have parks, routed walks and cycle tracks as common features around the towns - no flash equipment needed, just you and the great outdoors.

So this July, consider heading out. Try something new and find the enjoyment in exercising outside. Whether it be on your own, with a group or the whole family, feel the benefits mentally and physically.

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re you eating your lunch at your desk, yet again, whilst planning your next meeting and at the same time trying to stay on top of emails? You’re not alone with three out of five workers admitting to being chained to their desk and not escaping the workplace for lunch. Sitting at your desk all day, staring at the screen, can severely impact your health. We’ve asked a number of health experts to share their top tips to give your wellbeing a boost, especially when you don’t have the chance to take a full lunch break.

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To save time in your working day skip buying lunch from the high street and bring something pre-made from home. “Not only will you be saving big bucks, but you also have the chance to wave good-bye to salt and sugar ladened high street lunches. Packed lunches give you full control over the quantities of each food group that you add to your plate as well as the calorie content, which is a massive plus point.

“High street lunches rarely provide you with enough veg, fibre and good quality protein to keep hunger at bay and blood sugar levels stable throughout the afternoon.

A great blood-sugar balancing lunch is essential for preventing that post-afternoon energy slump as well as keeping hunger at bay,” explains Lily Soutter, Nutritionist at Lilysoutternutrition.com.

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Avoid the ‘cake culture’ If you’re yet to head out for a break from the delicious wafting smells reaching your desk, perhaps chocolate cookies from the office’s ‘weekend baker’ or ‘congratulation’ doughnuts from the boss, then you may be more likely to cave into eating calorific snacks.

A table of sugary treats is commonplace in many offices and research from the Royal College of Surgeons suggests that this cake culture is fuelling obesity and dental problems.

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Spending short periods of time in the sunshine is a great way to top up your vitamin D levels, but for those who are unable to venture outside on their lunch break it is important to look at other ways of getting the sunshine vitamin. “You can get some vitamin D from foods such as butter and oily fish, but it’s not really enough. The best way to get vitamin D is from spending lots of time in the sun, but if this is not an option try taking a supplement, such as Vega Vitamins Everyday-D 10g (from £5.95 www.vegavitamins.co.uk), which is available in a tasty orange spray, or as blackcurrant chewable tablets (100s and 500s),” says Nutritionist, Cassandra Barns.

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Even if you’re swamped with work, remember to drink plenty of water. “Focusing on our water intake is absolutely essential for health. We should be aiming for two litres of water per day. Herbal teas count towards this however caffeinated drinks, fruit juice and fizzy drinks do not. Keeping hydrated is important for many processes in the body, including brain function.” explains Shona Wilkinson, Nutritionist at SuperfoodUK.com, an online shopping destination for all things health and wellbeing.

When possible, take a walk out at lunch to stretch those legs and up your steps, but if you’re struggling to fit this in the odd day Podiatrist Dave Wain, at Carnation Footcare has some suggestions; “Change your route to work. Even by adding an extra five minutes, you’ll up your step count. I’d also suggest if you’re a bit of a desk jockey, set a reminder to make sure you have a brief walk around the office to get yourself moving and always opt to take the stairs.”

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White Trousers: The Perfect Summer Staple for Everyone

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his month I am championing either white trousers, or white jeans for everyone. They can look edgy, bright, feminine, comfy, casual or chic. Your style personality will decide the direction that is best for you.

I know many people don’t wear white as they worry it will make them look bigger, but it is not necessarily true. White per se doesn’t necessarily make you appear larger; it is clothing that is too tight or ill-fitting that will not flatter you.

Lining makes a massive difference to how well a pair of trousers hang, particularly for a summer favourite such as linen. A touch of lycra will help linen crease less and trousers to hold their shape better. Crisper fabrics like cotton hold their structure and can disguise any bits you are less happy with as they skim, rather than cling. A boot cut or straight trouser with a heel will elongate your legs.

A muffin top can be avoided with a slightly higher rise, should the tummy be your area of concern.

Be careful of white crops as they can make your legs look cropped too, particularly if they are wide. Ensure they finish between the calf and ankle where the leg starts to slim down. You can reduce the cropping impact by having shoes in a neutral colour similar to your skin tone or by adding a heel, to extend your leg. Wearing white on your top and bottom creates a single column of colour and this has a lengthening and hence streamlining effect. Use all white as a base, then add another colour jacket on top or a pretty floral blouse.

As a final word, remember to keep your underwear nude rather than white, so it won’t show through the fabric. I appreciate white does attract the dirt, so these will be in the washing machine quite frequently, but their versatility and timeless appeal make it worth searching out the right pair. They will be a great addition to your wardrobe that you could wear at least once a week for the whole of summer.

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very couple wants to enjoy their wedding day and, if you’re planning your big day, you’ll want your guests to have a fabulous time too. There are a huge number of ways for you to entertain your guests so whether you’re looking for traditional fun or alternative amusements, here’s an overview of options plus some advice that might be useful as you organise your celebrations.

Food & drink Now this is a form of entertainment that’s absolutely essential! Providing great food and drink for your guests will always improve the atmosphere because no one is at their best if they’re hungry and thirsty. Get creative with your options and really give your guests something to talk about! Signature cocktails, craft gin bars, champagne towers, barrels of beer, mobile bars and stations that encourage you to ‘pimp your prosecco’ are all popular options and with good reason – everyone loves them! When it comes to food, how about food trucks, wood-fired pizza, BBQs, family style dining options, sharing platters or even a doughnut wall?

Music If there’s one way to create an atmosphere quickly, it’s with music.

Take the time to choose appropriate pieces for your ceremony, drinks reception and evening reception and you’ll be guaranteed to set the perfect tone to entertain your guests. You might also want to think about music to play during your wedding breakfast – sometimes conversation is easier with a little background music.

In addition to your entrance/exit music and first dance, don’t forget about the last song. Choose an iconic track and finish the evening on a high!

Games Your wedding day should be an enjoyable one and if you want to get everyone smiling, some games can be a great idea, especially during a lengthy drinks reception. Giant garden games such as Jenga and chess are always fun, or you could opt for croquet, table tennis or even old-school fairground rides and games.

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Children’s entertainment As amazing as your wedding day will be, younger guests tend to see things a little differently! Make sure that the children at your wedding have a fantastic day too by thinking about entertainment for them as well. Treasure hunts and bouncy castles can work really well for dealing with excess energy or how about setting up a movie night complete with tepee, bean bags and plenty of popcorn!

Even an area with board games, colouring books and child-friendly pastimes is a great idea because it gives children somewhere to ‘escape’ when all that adult chat becomes too much!

DIY Entertainment Of course, you don’t need to hire professionals to entertain your guests. Set up a photo booth with fun props, hire a temporary tattoo or glitter bar or arrange a sparkler send-off for the end of the evening. Bonfires and firepits are ideal for outdoor weddings (especially if there are marshmallows to toast!) and quizzes always bring out everyone’s competitive side.

Additional entertainment Enjoying something a little out-of-the-ordinary will always get your guests talking. There are of course the more traditional magicians, caricaturists and silhouette artists but my current favourite forms of additional entertainment are roving glitter artists and giant dancing disco ball heads (yes, you read that right!). Depending on the length of time you’re trying to fill then activities such as wine tasting, and guided tours can also prove to be popular with your guests.

With all these ideas to choose from, it can be tempting to fill every minute of your day with various entertainment.

However, remember that as fun as entertainments are, guests will also enjoy having the time and space to catch up with people they’ve not seen for a while or to make new friends. It’s usually best to make any entertainment optional so that your guests can dip in and out as they please. You should always be the stars of the show!

Katrina Otter is a Cambridgeshire based wedding planner and event organiser with over 10 years experience. Find out how she could help you plan your wedding day at www.katrinaotterweddings.co.uk

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The campaign to reclaim unfair bank charges had been raging for five years until then, with over £1 billion paid out by that point. It was the campaign which really kick started my career. With over 6 million downloads of my templates to get money back - I was referred to as the campaign’s “big gob in chief”. Yet reports of the death of bank charge reclaiming are exaggerated.

Firstly, its effect has echoed for years. So much so, that these days no UK banks charge those hideous £35 per transaction fees for busting your overdraft limit; that could mean you spend £20 on shopping in five different shops, and find yourself owing £175 in charges. If you couldn’t pay those, charges on charges, meant it’d snowball into thousands.

The banking regulator the FCA now requires banks to have a monthly cap on unarranged overdraft fees.

You can still reclaim charges now More importantly, while being able to reclaim every charge regardless are long gone, some can still get the money back. The key is that the charges need to have contributed to genuine financial hardship; such as being unable to repay your mortgage, rent, energy, or credit cards, or regularly having payments returned due to a lack of cash.

If this has happened to you, then write to the bank explaining your situation, and ask for a refund of all the charges over that period. There’s full step-by-step help (and those template letters) available at www.mse.me/bankcharges.

When you ask, some banks will simply pay out.

Unsurprisingly though, most won’t. They may even write you a very formal legally drafted letter which tells you it’s a load of baloney and you aren’t entitled to anything.

If they do, don’t worry. That’s just part of the dance.

Don’t let it put you off. If you think your charges have been unfair and caused you hardship, carry on. The next stage is to simply move on to the free www.financialombudsman.org.uk service where you will get an impartial adjudication.

Cut the cost of your overdraft Even without bank charges, overdrafts are often a more expensive way to borrow than credit cards. So for some, debit cards are debt cards too. Of course budgeting to avoid being in your overdraft is the best thing. If it’s too late for that, ensuring your overdraft is a cheap as possible, will help you get rid of it quicker.

There are some 0% overdraft bank accounts – which is of course as cheap as it gets. These will require you to pass a (not usually too harsh) credit check to be accepted. My two top picks are: 1) First Direct. www.FirstDirect.com offers most a £250 interest-free overdraft. If you switch you also get a choice of one of a variety of freebies including tech products such as £170 Bose wireless headphones, a £150 Expedia voucher or an online course. And it’s won every customers service poll I’ve ever done. So if you’ve a small overdraft this is ideal for getting rid of it.

2) Nationwide. www.Nationwide.co.uk The Flex Direct account offers most a one year 0% overdraft, then 50p a day after – so use the interest-free time to clear the debt (if not after the year, if it’s lower but not gone, you could then shift again to First Direct.)

Credit limits with Nationwide can be a lot larger, though frustratingly there’s no way to find out other than applying.

For larger amounts, if you’ve a decent credit score it’s also possible to shift your overdraft to a specialist 0% ‘money transfer’ credit card for up to 36 months 0%, though you’ll pay a fee of up to 4% of the amount transferred.

Full details and top picks on that in www.mse.me/moneytransfers.

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Apple CarPlay perfectly integrates the iPhone with the display and controls, so users can make calls, play their music, send and receive messages, get directions optimised for traffic conditions and much more, while keeping your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. With Android Auto™ drivers can access Google Maps, with voice-guided navigation, real time traffic information and lane guidance and Google Play Music, among other music services.

My road test car was powered by the new 1.4 litre T-Jet with a 6 speed manual transmission. This engine has great acceleration but is poor on fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. I would choose one of the two diesel engines.

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don’t know about you but I love a trip to an antique centre or fair followed by afternoon tea or lunch out. To me shopping for antiques and collectables feels like treasure hunting, you just never know what you are going to find. If I can find a nearby vintage style tearoom, all the better. So here is a round-up of my favourite places to shop (and have afternoon tea) in and around the region…

Blakeney I live in North Norfolk so we’re going to start here.

When we were looking for furniture for Gardeners Cottage in Blakeney, we found lots of wonderful painted furniture at the fabulous Bayfield Hall Antique Centre (bayfieldhallantiques.com), which is about a fiveminute drive from Blakeney, and five minutes from the Georgian market town of Holt, well-known for its antique shops and centres. Situated in the fabulous Old Stables at Bayfield Hall this is a very special antique centre and well worth a visit if you’re in the area.

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Holt Afterwards, pop into Holt and pick up a leaflet from the wonderful Shirehall Plains Antique Centre opposite Byfords (shirehallplainantiques.co.uk), which has an excellent selection of good quality antique furniture, jewellery and collectables. The leaflet will guide you to all the other antique centres and shops in Holt so you can do the full tour. Holt has a wonderful selection of antique shops to keep you amused and also several lovely tearooms including Byfords of Holt and The Folly Tearoom (www.follytearoom.co.uk). Both do great afternoon teas and light lunches.

Just outside Holt is the large Holt Antiques and Interiors centre (www.holtantiquesandinteriors.co.uk), which is a great place to source painted furniture, architectural salvage and reclamation, industrial, vintage and retro furniture.

There is limited parking outside the centre but we have always managed to get a space!

Norwich If you are in Norwich city centre visit St Gregory’s Antiques & Collectables, housed in a medieval 14thcentury church in the Norwich Lanes. Here you’ll find excellent value and a treasure trove of vintage and antiques. We nearly always find something in here.

There are also regular antique fairs at the Norwich Showground. The next one is 14-15 July.

Beccles The busy Beccles Antiques Street Market in Beccles town centre in Suffolk has around 100 stalls selling small items of antique and vintage items & collectables. Entry is free.

There is street food and a lovely buzzing atmosphere.

The next event takes place on Sunday 12 August 2018.

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Cambridgeshire If you fancy a trip into Cambridgeshire then Waterside Antiques in Ely (www.watersideantiques.co.uk) is well worth a visit followed by afternoon tea at the fantastic Peacocks Vintage Tearoom next door (www.peacockstearoom.co.uk) We love this place! The tearoom is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10.30am - 5pm. The antique centre is situated next to the river in Ely and there is a free NCP car park nearby. Afterwards, have a walk along the river or around the beautiful and historic city with its magnificent cathedral.

The Peterborough Festival of Antiques is held twice yearly at the East of England Showground and is now one of the largest antique fairs in the country. Catch the next event on Friday 28 September 2018.

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Further afield…

If you fancy venturing further afield then the Newark Antique Fair is held every couple of months.. The pretty town of Newark on the river Trent in Nottinghamshire is also great for antique shopping and there are lots of lovely cafes, tearoom and restaurants. Gannets Day Cafe is our favourite (fantastic tasty homemade lunches) and the perfect place for a quick lunch in Newark in between your antique shopping. We go regularly and always come back with a car boot full.

Take a trip to Lincolnshire Helmswell Antique Centre (www.hemswell-antiques.com) the UK’s largest antique centre, and probably the best antique centre I have ever been in, and I’ve been in quite a few!

I’m sure there are lots of wonderful antique centres and fairs that I have missed off but these are just some of the favourites that we visit regularly.

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Kate lives in North Norfolk and is owner of a holiday cottage in Blakeney that she has renovated with her husband and now let’s out. She is passionate about vintage and antique furniture & china, upcycling, gardening and Norfolk. www.blakeney-cottage.co.uk

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s it just me or is this year flying by? It seems almost impossible that we are now in the height of summer when it seems like only five minutes ago we were dealing with the Beast from the East.

Gardens across the country are now bursting with colour and dense foliage. It is a joy to see the variety of design styles and planting themes as you pass front gardens on your day-to-day business, with quite a few offering the chance to see even more during various garden open days held throughout the summer.

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If your hardy geraniums are starting to look a little tired towards the end of the summer, be brave and remove all foliage and flowers to ground level. The geranium will burst back into life and may well reward you with another flush of flowers.

In recent years, rising costs have seen plant prices shoot up at an astonishing rate. Get the most from your hardy geranium collection by lifting and splitting each spring.

Just before we moved less than two years ago, I potted up a root cutting of my all-time favourite; Geranium himalayense ‘Plenum’ with its beautiful purple-pink double petalled flowers. Earlier this year I was able to split this into five separate plants, which are now flowering profusely in one of the borders.

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I’m a great lover of perennial planting schemes with a particular favourite being hardy geraniums. The smaller varieties, such as Geranium ‘Ann Folkard’ make a wonderful ground cover with striking magenta flowers against greenish gold foliage. Or perhaps the more delicate Geranium ‘Dilys’ to provide ground cover with its substantial spread and long flowering period from July through to the first hard frost.

Read more on Wendy’s blog at www.wendyswholeworld.com

Possibly one of the most famous and instantly recognizable Geranium is Geranium Rozanne. The striking violet-blue flowers with purple veins and a white centre become real show stoppers when highlighted by the fresh green foliage. This is a large plant which needs plenty of space so is best suited to containers or under-planting.

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Taking the second step without the Bank of Mum and Dad Advice on buying your second home with Annette Cole, Sales and Marketing Director at Crest Nicholson Eastern (www.crestnicholson.com)

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n today’s property market, emphasis is placed on how first-time buyers can take that important first step onto the property ladder. Supporting young people and families with the purchase of their first home is always high on the government’s agenda, however, there is much less awareness about the problems homeowners can face in their next move.

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As prices continue to rise, second time buyers, coined as ‘Second Steppers’, who have outgrown their first property, can struggle to upgrade their one or twobedroom flat or house to a larger family home.

The price difference between a typical first-time-buyer home and a second stepper’s ideal home – typically a detached property – is £126,000. According to research from Lloyds Bank last year, this leaves a third of second steppers expecting to have no other option than to call on the Bank of Mum and Dad for financial support to make the jump. These buyers will look to borrow more than £21,200, despite over 50% receiving financial support for their first home.

Annette Cole, Sales and Marketing Director at Crest Nicholson Eastern, gives her advice to those looking to bridge that gap, without calling on the Bank of Mum and Dad.

Help to Buy scheme ‘Help to Buy’ is a Government backed initiative that supports those looking to purchase a brand-new home.

It isn’t widely known that the Help to Buy equity loan is open to all new homebuyers, not just first-time buyers.

Those using the scheme can apply for equity loans of up to 20% of the cost of their new build home and will not be charged interest on the loan for the first five years after purchase.

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Part Exchange scheme In simple terms, Part-Exchange is trading a house or apartment you already own to move up the property ladder against the value of a new home. The developer of a new-build property purchases your existing home and the value is taken away from the price of the property you are buying. The process of Part-Exchanging a home is very robust and ensures homeowners get a fair market value for their current home. The biggest benefits of Part-Exchange is the guarantee of a cash purchaser to those selling their home on the open market, no chain involved therefore reducing the stress of the move and accelerating the process, and that homeowners don’t need to move out of their current home until their new property is ready to move into. Another huge benefit of the scheme is that there are no agent fees to pay.

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s the growing appreciation of art spreads across the nation, more and more people are becoming interested in the activity of drawing.

Myself, I believe that drawing is one of the most fundamental and primary factors of art. In addition, I think that one of the major keys to understanding art is to participate directly in the act of observation and creation. Certainly, once we take the time to study from life and translate what we see to paper, we quickly become aware that actually, we cannot easily do that! Not without a great deal of hard work.

Until 21 July, the Mandell’s Gallery in Norwich are hosting a superb exhibition dedicated entirely to drawing. ‘Draw’ brings together and features artists that are associated with the Royal Drawing School. Through a variety of media, including charcoal, graphite, chalk and ink, this comprehensive collection beautifully illustrates the importance and perhaps magic of the art of this essential discipline. Each piece shown is the direct result of a physical and sensual encounter with a landscape, street or person. A visit to this show will be an absolute must for both practitioners and appreciators alike.

Amongst the selection of over 40 professional artists and printmakers, you will find such names as Susan

Bird Study, Susan Bacon

Bacon and Paul Fenner. Each unique in their approach and execution, their sketches and finished pieces are wholly individual and original. These are drawings from the heart. These works have not been constructed to appease and please a commercial audience but rather to satisfy the curiosity and driven lust for knowledge of the artist. Each work is the product of an exploration of the subject matter and the desire to convey and share the findings with a viewer of rare, special empathy and interest.

Susan’s poetic lines and careful tonal choices capture a wonderful feeling of both stillness and movement. There is a strong presence of time passing in her drawings.

Paul Fenner’s loose fluid lines, dots and dashes, capture both the encounter and the moment. Layer upon layer of re-assessed detail and contour; build a sense of time, space and three dimension. His sketches and drawings beautifully portray both his subjects and his connection to them.

I utterly recommend this exhibition. Drawing and painting is so much more than merely visually copying something in front of you. It is a holistic sensory experience and this should be imbedded in the produced work itself. In order to draw and create art, the artist and the viewer are required to engage and surrender themselves to the work. Do visit the Mandell’s Gallery website for Paul’s full forward to this exhibition. It is both enlightening and full of artistic wisdom.

Street Scene, Paul Fenner

‘Draw’, 23 Jun — 21 Jul Mandell’s Gallery, Elm Hill, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1HN Tel: 01603 626892 | www.mandellsgallery.co.uk

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International Sculpture Exhibition Comes to Cambridge

Marilyn Monroe Iconic Photography Exhibition Now Open in Bury St Edmunds ‘Timeless’, an exhibition of images of Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe, was opened at Bury St Edmunds’ Moyse’s Hall last month by the world’s leading Marilyn Monroe tribute artist, Suzie Kennedy.

The exhibition, which is available until 30 September, shows the artist’s latest collection of rare vintage photographs and limited-edition prints, celebrating the life and career of Marilyn Monroe.

Works include stunning portraits from Monroe’s early years as an aspiring actress and model through to her dazzling rise to international stardom. Highlights include original vintage photographs, shot and processed when Marilyn was alive, images that were once part of famous curated collections and historic limited edition prints produced and signed by the original photographic artists. This is a rare chance to witness such an extensive collection in the UK.

Five striking, contemporary works by noted Romanian sculptor Liviu Mocan will go on public display outside Great St Mary’s Church, from 23 July to December.

Entitled ‘Archetypes’, the free-to-view installation is designed to spark a conversation about history, faith, art and technology. The sculptures range in height from 1.3m to an impressive 5.4m, with the smallest weighing 200kg and the largest over one tonne.

Commissioned by the Jubilee Centre in Cambridge, an organisation that offers a faith-based perspective on contemporary issues, ‘Archetypes’ explores five universal themes found in almost every culture and society: belief, destiny, transcendence, sacrifice and revelation. www.archetypes-sculpture.org

image credit: (c) Keith Mindham

The exhibition is open Monday to Saturday, 10am – 5pm and Sunday, 12pm – 4pm with admission only £5 for adults and £3 for children.

Wells Heritage Art Trail Set to Open this Summer The first-ever outdoor art trail in Wells-next-the-Sea, North Norfolk, will take place from 23 June until the end of September, with a series of fascinating sculptures celebrating the town’s rich and varied history.

All the work in the Wells Heritage Art Trail has been created by Norfolk artists specifically for the event.

Commissioned by Wells Maltings, the new £5m arts, heritage and community hub on Staithe Street,

and funded by the Heritage Lottery, the Wells Heritage Art Trail will feature 17 artworks by 26 artists, all of which will be for sale.

The Trail has been curated by well-known Wells residents and art experts John and Yvonne Millwood and should take around an hour-and-a-half to complete. Free trail maps will be available from the new Wells Maltings complex, which will also open at the end of June. www.wellsmaltings.org.uk

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Aldeburgh, just north of the River Alde, is famous as the home of the composer Benjamin Britten. If you would like to know more about the composer you can visit The Red House. This house has been restored to give the impression that Britten has just stepped out; with tours, a beautiful garden, art gallery and Benjamin’s archives this place is worth a visit.

For music and art lovers just upriver is Snape Maltings with a concert hall showing live music and plays. It also has lots of shopping opportunities and a charming cafĂŠ.

Set in an area of outstanding beauty there are plenty of walks that allow you to see the local wildlife.

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This guided tour takes around two hours and is full of fun clues. There is even a free mobile text service if you get stuck! You never know you might even find some treasure.

There is also plenty of shopping with the Aldeburgh Bookshop, winner of the best independent bookshop at the National Book Awards, clothes shops such as O&C Butler, Tilly and Grace as well as chains such as Jack Wills, Joules and Crew, there are plenty of opportunities to get some retail therapy.

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For nature lovers, there is a circular walk to Dunwich, another place of historical interest. This walk takes you past Walberswick and into the nature reserve, out into the marshland before coming to Dunwich. A landing spot for Scandinavian raiders this village is falling into the sea.

While here why not stop off at The Ship; once a haunt for smugglers, this is the perfect place to refuel before walking back to Southwold down the coastal path.

As this town has so much to offer you might want to stay with hotels such as the Brudenell, the White Lion and Wentworth. If you are staying for a while, take a look at the many beautiful holiday cottages in the town.

After all this activity you might like some retail therapy.

Southwold is full of charming shops including Craftco, which is full of exhibits from local craft peoples. To help soothe those tired feet try the Two Magpies Bakery full of yummy treats and a great place to grab a coffee, or head to the beach to Suzie’s Beachside Café to enjoy a cappuccino on the seafront.

With so much to see and do in these stunning locations, you can spend a day or even a week and not get bored.

Southwold is a beautiful old harbour and fishing town on the mouth of the River Blyth. Home to the Adnams Brewery which has been making great beer since 1872 and also produces some tasty spirits. In the town itself, you can go on a tour of the brewery and copper house, this is a must for adults, I can personally recommend it. If you want to stay overnight, The Swan Hotel is perfect if you’re looking for good food and stylish accommodation.

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Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR. 01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org 9-10 Jul The Scarlet Pimpernel Against the background of the French Revolution and Madame la Guillotine, the ‘cleverest woman in Europe’ Marguerite St. Just is torn between three men, her husband, her brother and the power hungry, aristocrat hating Chauvelin. Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH. 01502 533200. www.marinatheatre.co.uk 12-14 Jul Singin’ in the Rain Monumental Pictures’ biggest stars, the glamorous on-screen couple, Lina Lamont and Don Lockwood, are keeping up appearances for the sake of their fans. In truth, he barely tolerates her and falls in love with Kathy Selden. Along with his hilarious best friend Cosmo Brown, we see them all sing and dance their way into the ‘talkies’. The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD 01284 758000. www.theapex.co.uk 17-Jul From the Cam to the Zambezi An illustrated talk by Tony Schur who returned to Zambia in 2013 having served there in the Colonial Service prior to independance. The Cut, New Cut, Halesworth, IP19 8BY. 0300 3033 211. newcut.org 18-Jul Rhythm of the Dance Internationally rated as one of the most popular and successful Irish Step Dance shows on tour, by critics,

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20-21 Jul Deckchairs Join two women, two deckchairs and eight characters for a fun, fast paced evening at The Hunter Club. Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR. 01284 769505 www.theatreroyal.org 20 Jul - 2 Aug Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again ‘Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again’ picks up the story with Sophie pregnant, and not sure how she’s going to cope. Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH 01502 533200. www.marinatheatre.co.uk 22-Jul New Words, Fresh Voices Described as ‘a place of truth-telling which is the basis of all good poetry’, 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 24-26 Jul Dream Nights This is no high-brow, Shakespearean language setup - the play and the music brings to life one of the funniest, most enjoyable and entertaining of all Shakespeare’s plays, with ALL the Shakespeare and without all the tedium!

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26-Jul Three Little Pig Tails A brand new version of the classic story of the three Little Pigs set in Paris. Haverhill Arts Centre, High Street, Haverhill, CB9 8AR. 01440 714140. www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk

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27-Jul An Indian Affair An evening splashed with turmeric, smeared with the bright hues of fresh chilli powder, the jangle of little silver bells and the sensational whirl of India’s Bollywood. Fisher Theatre, Broad Street, Bungay, NR35 1EE 01986 897130. www.fishertheatre.org 30 Jul - 4 Aug The Case of the Frightened Lady ‘The Case of the Frightened Lady’ remains one of Edgar Wallace’s most celebrated works. Adapted for film several times, this is your chance to catch this chilling, captivating and complex thriller live on stage.

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What’s on: Norfolk THEATRE, FILM AND SHOWS 26 Jun - 8 Jul Shrek the Musical This hilarious and spectacular production turns the world of fairytales upside down in an all-singing, all-dancing, must-see musical comedy. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL 01603 630000 www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

11-15 Jul Six From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII finally take the mic to tell their tale, remixing five hundred years of her-storical heartbreak into a 75-minute celebration of sisterly sass-itude. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL. 01603 630000 www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

4 & 18 Jul If It’s Laughter You’re After ‘If it’s Laughter You’re After’ is a fun filled afternoon of music, some fabulous magic and great comedy songs, as well as a big dollop of Norfolk ‘squit’! Princess Theatre, 13 The Green, Hunstanton, PE36 5AH. 01485 532252. www.princesshunstanton.co.uk

16-19 Jul Good Vibes Only Laughing Mirror presents Good Vibes Only, a brand-new, verbatim-inspired comedy by Charlotte McEvoy, on its way to the Edinburgh Fringe for summer 2018. Maddermarket Theatre, St Johns Alley, Norwich, NR2 1DR 01603 620917. www.maddermarket.co.uk

7 Jul - 5 Sep Cromer Pier Show 2 A feast of comedy, speciality acts, music, vocals, dance and fun. Pavilion Theatre, Cromer Pier, Cromer, NR27 9HE. 01263 512495. www.cromerpier.co.uk

4-14 Jul The 39 Steps An hilarious and spectacular stage version of Buchan’s famous thriller!

Westacre Theatre, River Road, Westacre, PE32 1UD. 01760 755800 www.westacretheatre.com

10-14 Jul Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em Hilarious mishaps and DIY disasters are bringing the house down, quite literally, as Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em hits the road with Joe Pasquale as the lovable accident-prone Frank Spencer. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL 01603 630000 www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk 10-Jul Lou Conran: I love Lou C This is the real story of Lou’s experiences with baby loss. Not the obvious remit for comedy granted, but it was her intention to try to lift the taboo.

Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict’s Street, Norwich, NR2 4PG. 01603 660352. norwichartscentre.co.uk

18-20 Jul Framed Based in Norwich, Laughing Mirror aim to present new writing which challenges audiences to reflect on, and ultimately laugh at, the more ridiculous aspects of humanity and society. Maddermarket Theatre, St Johns Alley, Norwich, NR2 1DR 01603 620917. www.maddermarket.co.uk 19-Jul Comedy Club The winning format of four comedians in a relaxed cabaret setting, and value for money ticket price mean that the comedy clubs regularly sell out. King’s Lynn Corn Exchange, Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn, PE30 1JW. 01553 764864 www.kingslynncornexchange.co.uk

20-Jul Skinnyman & Franko Fraize This show is set to be a lively and energetic lyrical display of what it is like living in England in modern times. Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict’s Street, Norwich, NR2 4PG. 01603 660352. norwichartscentre.co.uk 20-28 Jul Quality Street Fast paced with a delightfully fiendish plot, ‘Quality Street’ is a charming blend of the warmth of Jane Austen and the wit of Oscar Wilde. Maddermarket Theatre, St Johns Alley, Norwich, NR2 1DR. 01603 620917 www.maddermarket.co.uk

24-Jul Rainbow Heart ‘Rainbow Heart’, the new musical show from The Bleeding Obvious endeavours to describe the experience through songs and tales of joy, grief, happiness, loss, discovery and defiance. Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict’s Street, Norwich, NR2 4PG 01603 660352. norwichartscentre.co.uk

25-28 Jul Grease The duck tailed, hot-rodding boys, and the gum-snapping, hip-shaking girls conjure up the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL. 01603 630000. www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

25-26 Jul You’ve Changed Through song, dance, hard-won wit and wisdom, ‘You’ve Changed’ sees Kate collaborate with choreographers, musicians and filmmakers to explore the ins and outs and ups and downs of transitioning. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL. 01603 630000 www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

26 Jul - 1 Aug Don’t Dress for Dinner In a stylishly converted French farmhouse, Bernard is hoping to entertain his chic, Parisian mistress, Suzy, for the weekend. He has arranged for a cordon bleu cook to furnish the gourmet delights, is in the process of packing his wife, Jacqueline, off to her mother, and has even invited along his best friend Robert as a suitable alibi. It’s foolproof, what could possibly go wrong…? Sheringham Little Theatre, 2 Station Road, Sheringham, NR26 8RE. 01263 822347 www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com 27-Jul Stephen Bailey Stephen Bailey’s friendly, open brand of gossipy humour has made him one of the most enjoyable acts on the UK comedy circuit today. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL. 01603 630000 www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

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12-Jul Sweethearts of Swing ‘Sweethearts of Swing’ celebrates the entertainers of WWI and WWII,with nostalgic music, singers and big bands, who maintained morale during both world wars.

King’s Lynn Corn Exchange, Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn, PE30 1JW 01553 764864. www.kingslynncornexchange.co.uk

27-Jul Lance Ellington Sings Broadway BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing favourite Lance Ellington sings Broadway in a fabulous show with an all star musical line up led by Ed Barker. Princess Theatre, 13 The Green, Hunstanton, PE36 5AH. 01485 532252 www.princesshunstanton.co.uk

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17 Jun - 14 Oct Brian Clarke: The Light of Art Clarke is celebrated as the greatest stained glass artist in the world today and has collaborated globally with the most radical architects of our time.

Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, UEA, Norwich, NR4 7TJ. scva.ac.uk

14-Jul A Night at the Musicals Showcasing the very best of the great Broadway and West End musical, this concert performance will be a night to remember. Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict’s Street, Norwich, NR2 4PG. 01603 660352 norwichartscentre.co.uk

24 Jun - 8 Sep Go Go Hares Trail in the City A free art sculpture trail of 50 hares in and around the city of Norwich, and a further trail around Norfolk of 18 moongazer sculptures, raising money for Norfolk children’s charity Break.

City of Norwich. www.gogohares.co.uk

15-Jul ABBA Reunion A tribute show, starring the original ‘Frida’ from the London West End cast! Superbly accurate vocals, harmonies, guitar, keyboards plus back line musicians produce the most authentic and requested Abba tribute show in the world today. Princess Theatre, 13 The Green, Hunstanton, PE36 5AH. 01485 532252 www.princesshunstanton.co.uk

22-Jul Girl Power – The Spice Girls Experience ‘Girl Power – The Spice Girls Experience’ includes stunning costumes, exciting signature choreography and most importantly a vocal repertoire that gives this spectacular re-creation concert an attitude-injected punch that will transport you back in time!

Princess Theatre, 13 The Green, Hunstanton, PE36 5AH. 01485 532252. www.princesshunstanton.co.uk

1-31 July Interactive Art Display by David Shenton Local artist and cartoonist, David Shenton, has been published in national journals and British newspapers for over forty years. His style is humorous, fun and fresh. Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL. 01603 630000 www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

23-Jul Mud Morganfield Band Multi-award-winning artist Mud Morganfield is an established star in the world of Blues music. Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict’s Street, Norwich, NR2 4PG. 01603 660352. norwichartscentre.co.uk

1-8 Jul Jugglers, Clowns & Fliers Stories from 250 years of Circus jugglers, ‘Clowns and Fliers’ looks at the lives of some of Norwich’s forgotten circus families. The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1TF 01603 727950. www.theforumnorwich.co.uk

4-7 Jul Art Norfolk’s 2018 Summer Show An exciting and eclectic exhibition showcasing paintings, sculptures, and various mixed media. The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1TF 01603 727950. www.theforumnorwich.co.uk

21 Jul - 8 Aug Holt Festival Exhibition Painting, drawing and printmaking from the last 10 years with sculp-

tural designer glass by Charlie Macpherson. Bircham Gallery, 14 Market Place, Holt, NR25 6BW 01263 713312 www.birchamgallery.co.uk

SPECIAL EVENTS 6-8 Jul Folk in a Field Festival The festival brings together a diverse mix of performers from the acoustic, folk and roots music scene, interesting craft demonstrations and local food. Free camping, Under 12 go free. Prices are from £15 for Children and £20 for Adults. West Acre, PE32 1TR. folkinafield.co.uk

6-8 Jul Gin Festival Norwich As well as the opportunity to try a huge variety of gins from all over the world,) there will be live music, great food and a gin cocktail bar.

There will also be gin masterclasses and the opportunity to meet gin distillers in person, try free samples and chat about their gin. St Andrews & Blackfriars Halls, St Andrew’s Plain, Norwich, NR3 1AU. 01274888588 www.ginfestival.com/events/gin-festival-norwich-2018

7-8 Jul Elveden Country Show Whether you be a Country Show fan, an avid foodie, a dog lover, want loads for the kiddies to do, love living history or simply want a fun filled day out, the show is for you! Elveden Estate, Elveden, Thetford, IP24 3TQ 01728 685302. www.elvedencountryshow.co.uk 28-Jul Norwich Pride This year is the 10th Norwich Pride celebration – join the city for a city-centre parade, stage show, political debate, stalls and more! City of Norwich. www.norwichpride.org.uk

AUCTIONS & ANTIQUES 10, 17, 24 & 31 Jul Antiques & Collectors Fair Community Hall Dealers in glass, porcelain, jewellery, small furniture and much more. Free admission. Community Hall, Garden Street, Cromer, NR27 9HH

8 & 22 Jul Blakeney Antique & Collectors Fair Maximum 24 Tables. Well Attended Throughout The Year. Open 10am-4pm. Admission £1. Blakeney Village Hall, Blakeney, NR25 7NQ

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July sees one of the highlights of Bedford’s events calendar – the much-anticipated bi-annual River Festival.

Celebrating its 40th birthday this year, the River Festival takes place on 14–15 July along the banks of the River Great Ouse, with six music and performance stages, sports and heritage villages and dozens of events taking place on the water. A fabulous free family day out, this year’s festival site extends to incorporate the new Riverside Bedford development and there’s even a river taxi to help you beat the crowds.

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The world-famous Philharmonia Orchestra, resident orchestra at Bedford Corn Exchange, comes to Bedford from 2 July with The Virtual Orchestra, a free event that gives everyone the opportunity to experience a symphony orchestra up-close. A large tent on Riverside Square becomes home to a 10-room installation that showcases the internal workings of the Philharmonia as the orchestra performs ‘Holst’s The Planet’s, and virtual reality headsets that transport you to a concert hall stage where you can see and hear the orchestra up close in 360-degree virtual reality. philharmonia.co.uk/virtualorchestra

he Philharmonia, festivals and flea markets; there’s something for everyone in Bedford this month.

If live performance is your thing, the 11th annual Bedfringe festival takes place at the Quarry Theatre at St Luke’s from 18 – 22 July. Britain’s Got Talent winner, Lost Voice Guy may have already sold out his 18 July performance, but you can still catch shows from dozens of other comedians and performers including the brilliant Lucy Porter, Hardeep Singh Kohli, Patrick Monahan and Geoff Norcott. bedfringe.com

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The town council hosts a number of free to attend community events annually, the largest of which attracts up to 9,000 visitors annually to the picturesque Tiddenfoot Waterside Park. This country park adjacent to the Grand Union Canal provides the setting for the ever popular Linslade Canal Festival. This year the event takes place on 28 July, from 11am to 5pm.

Promoting arts and crafts, cottage industries, life on the canal, conservation and heritage, visitors will have the opportunity to browse the numerous handcraft and trade stalls offering goods from jewellery, wooden items, gifts, plants, glassware and pet accessories alongside demonstrations of trades from yesteryear.

Walking along the towpath, visitors will find a large number of colourful narrow boats selling anything from hand crafted gifts, knitted items, to cheese, fudge and art work. New for 2018, there will be live demonstrations of Blacksmith forging and a mobile petting farm.

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The park offers plenty of space whether you choose a quiet corner to chill out and watch the world go by, picnic by the lakeside or enjoy the hustle bustle of the tow path; there is something for everyone.

Rural craft demonstrators will provide a visual insight into the traditional skills as well as Bee Skeps, Love Spoons, Corn Dollies, Basket Making and Besom Brooms offering visitors the chance to “have a go”.

Pedestrian admission to the festival is free. Nearby car parking is available for the event site at £5 per car. A charge of £2.50 for blue badge holders applies with free transfer to the event for the less mobile. These fees are collected by local voluntary organisations and a donation is made to local charitable causes.

A programme of live music will set your toes a tapping with styles ranging from folk to contemporary; so, grab a hay-bale and relax with a local ale from the well-stocked bar.

For more information about this summer event visit www.leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk.

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What’s on: Beds, Bucks & Herts THEATRE, FILM AND SHOWS 24 Jun - 14 Jul The Tringe The three week festival runs from from 24 June to 14 July and sees the biggest and best comic acts previewing their shows before they head up to Edinburgh in August. The Court Theatre, Station Road, Tring, HP23 5QY. www.courttheatre.co.uk 9-14 Jul An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical The world premiere of a new musical that will simply sweep you off your feet! Based on true events, ‘An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical’ follows the Oscar-winning film starring Richard Gere. Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ. 0844 8717652 www.atgtickets.com 10-11 Jul Insomniac After spending the night together, Isobel and James begin an unlikely friendship – a friendship that gets tested as they find their way through a world that doesn’t make sense to them. A new play about loneliness, communication and choices. Quarry Theatre, 26 St Peter’s Street, Bedford MK40 2NN. 01234 362337 www.quarrytheatre.org.uk

11-Jul Jason Munford: Muddle Class ‘Muddle Class’ promises to feature a wealth of new material about Jason growing up ‘working class’ then finding, over the years, that part of him has become ‘middle class’ causing much confusion! The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage , SG1 1LZ. 01438 363200 www.gordon-craig.co.uk 12-Jul Mark Simmons & Edd Hedges double-bill: Edinburgh Festival Preview Mark Simmons is an exceptional one-liner comedian. With an incredibly endearing stage presence, Edd Hedges has a natural affinity with an audience and since winning ‘So You Think You’re Funny’ in 2013 his career has sky-rocketed. The Stables, Stockwell Lane, Milton Keynes, MK17 8LU. 01908 280800. www.stables.org

13-Jul Pete Firman: Edinburgh Festival Preview Expect Pete’s trademark blend of laugh-out-loud comedy and jaw-dropping magic. The Stables Stockwell Lane, Milton Keynes, MK17 8LU . 01908 280800 www.stables.org

16-21 Jul Flashdance ‘Flashdance’ tells the inspiring and unforgettable story of Alex, a welder by day and ‘flashdancer’ by night, who dreams of going to the prestigious Shipley Dance Academy and becoming a professional dancer.

When a romance with Nick Hurley complicates her ambitions, she harnesses it to drive her dream.

Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ. 0844 8717652. www.atgtickets.com 18-22 Jul Bedford Fringe Festival Big names in the world of theatre, music and comedy to the town, as a final stop on their way to the world famous Edinburgh Fringe.

Quarry Theatre, 26 St Peter’s Street, Bedford, MK40 2NN 01234 362337 www.quarrytheatre.org.uk 18-22 Jul Awful Auntie From the award-winning West End producers of Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of David Walliams’ amazing tale of frights, fights and friendship, featuring a very large owl, a very small ghost and a very awful Auntie!

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19-21 Jul Dinosaur World Live Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World in this interactive new show for all the family.

Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ 0844 8717652. www.atgtickets.com

20-22 Jul Casus: Driftwood Using traditional and contemporary circus techniques, Driftwood is an exquisitely beautiful and dazzling display of choreography, acrobat-

ics, trapeze and aerial stunts. The Stables, Stockwell Lane, Milton Keynes, MK17 8LU. 01908 280800 www.stables.org 20-23 Jul thescreen: The Happy Prince (15) The final years of Oscar Wilde, and the ghosts that haunted him, are vividly evoked in Rupert Everett’s directorial debut. Rhodes Theatre, 1-3 South Road, Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 3JG. 01279 710200 www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

21-22 Jul What the Ladybird Heard With live music, puppetry, plenty of audience participation and lots of laughs! Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS. 01992 531500 www.hertfordtheatre.com

21-Jul Griff Rhys Jones: Where Was I? A hilarious evening of comedy observations, anecdotes, reminiscences and outright lies - from forty years of travelling down rivers and up mountains, into Africa, out of India, and across the arid wastes of the BBC. The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ 01438 363200. www.gordon-craig.co.uk

21-29 Jul Over to You Have you ever sat in the audience at one of our shows and thought Ive got a great idea for an event for this space? Well, this July we are throwing open the doors of The Place Theatre to you and your ideas.

The Place Theatre, Bradgate Road, Bedford, MK40 3DE. 01234 354321 www.theplacebedford.org 22-Jul Mark Watson: This is Half Way to Being a Show This multi-award-winning writer and comedy star offers witty food for thought, audience interactions and all sorts of other fun in this work-inprogress show. The Stables, Stockwell Lane, Milton Keynes, MK17 8LU 01908 280800. www.stables.org 25 Jul - 5 Aug Shrek the Musical Based on the story and characters

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You are invited to a Quintessential English Affair This is a brand-new event for the community and visitors to celebrate the wonderful Welwyn Garden City and enjoy a fun day out with the family.

Cream Teas Tewin Bury Farm Hotel are joining forces with the WGC Centenary Foundation to delight anyone who fancies popping in to the marquee for a scone and tea with a proportion of funds going to charity. Whilst enjoying your treat you will be able to listen to the live acoustic music, sure to get those toes tapping! For the grown ups there will also be a Pimms bar on site.

Grand Makes Tipi Crafting workshops will take place throughout the day giving people opportunity to have a go at something new, without the expense of buying lots of materials and equipment.

Workshops are mainly £2.50 and to guarantee a seat at the crafting table, please book your tickets online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/wgc-bid Workshops include origami, knitting pom poms and floristry to name but a few.

Bake off Competition Entry to the competition is free and there are 3 categories: Most Creative, Best Tasting and Under 11’s. Whole or individual cakes can be entered and need to be presented by 1pm for judging at 1.30pm. At 2pm the winners will be announced, and the cakes sold for donations to charity.

Children’s entertainment Bring the kids along to enjoy meeting their favourite mascots, where they can have pictures taken and enjoy free prints to take home. There’ll also be free face painting and glitter tattoos as part of the days fun alongside craft workshops they can attend in the tipi (advisable to pre-book online).

This is your chance to slow things down, take a break and enjoy our beautiful Garden City.

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Craft Stalls Welwyn Garden City love to support local businesses, so we’ve invited a number to showcase in a marquee, from handmade prints and jewellery to chutneys and jams. You will be able to experience Rituals demonstrating their amazing products and why not join volunteers from the UK Hand Knitting Association and Welwyn Garden City Knitting Group to learn new crafty skills including finger knitting and basic crochet. An expert will also be on hand for any knitting conundrums you might have. And of course, there will be plants to buy and take home to adorn your garden.

from the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks Animation film, this hilarious and spectacular production turns the world of fairytales upside down in an all-singing, all-dancing, must-see musical comedy. Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 3NZ. 0844 8717652. www.atgtickets.com 26-Jul Saul David has vanquished the giant Goliath, but not everyone rejoices in his victory. Jealous of the young warrior, King Saul turns against him, descending into violent, destructive madness that forces his children to choose between loyalty and love, tearing both a family and a nation apart. Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ 01923 235455 www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk

MUSIC 15-Jul Little Miss Minogue A truly remarkable and authentic tribute act, Little Miss Minogue combines iconic costumes, unmistakable vocal style with stage presence to imitate the Australian legend perfectly. Watford Colosseum Rickmansworth Road Watford WD17 3JN. 01923 571 102 www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk

15-Jul Osman Mir Osman Mir is fast becoming a name to be reckoned with in the music industry. Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. 01923 571 102 www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk

17-21 Jul The Pepper Show ‘The Pepper Show’ brings together an incredible group of singers and musicians - some who are in the music business full time and others who perform outside of their normal day jobs. The Court Theatre, Station Road, Tring, HP23 5QY www.courttheatre.co.uk

20-Jul The UK Pink Floyd Experience Recreating the sights and sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd live in concert, this highly authentic show features over 50 years of hits by this iconic band. Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS

01992 531500. www.hertfordtheatre.com

26-Jul Some Guys Have All The Luck ‘Some Guys Have All The Luck’ is a brand new theatrical production celebrating the career of one of rocks greatest icons, Rod Stewart – from street busker through to international superstar! Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, HP20 1UG . 0844 871 7607 www.atgtickets.com 28-Jul André Rieu’s 2018 Maastricht Concert This presentation of André Rieu’s 2018 Maastricht Concert in Cinemas features host Charlotte Hawkins, who conducts an interview with André Rieu the moment he steps off stage, exclusively for cinema audiences.

Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ . 01923 235455. www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk ARTS & EXHIBITIONS 4 May - 15 Jul Barry Parker: Architecture for All This will be the first exhibition to examine Parker’s contribution to architecture, showcasing some of the 4,500 objects from the Parker Collection, including architectural plans and drawings, photographs, furniture and fine art. Broadway Theatre, Eastcheap, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3DD. 01462 681300 www.broadway-letchworth.com

25 Jun - 28 Jul Members’ Show Another new display of artwork from the Eagle Gallery Artists. The Eagle Gallery, 101 Castle Road, Bedford MK40 3QP. 01234 346995 www.eaglegalleryartists.co.uk

30 Jul - 16 Aug Members’ Themed Show (Representation) Some of the gallery members display work under the category ‘Representation’. The Eagle Gallery, 101 Castle Road, Bedford, MK40 3QP. 01234 346995. www.eaglegalleryartists.co.uk

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5-9 Jul Farr Festival Bringing an array of international musical talent to the tranquil environ-

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6-22 Jul The Big Screen The Big Screen will be making a welcome return to the town centre at the start of the Summer promising two weeks of films that young and old can enjoy including blockbusters, rom coms and family films. Free to attend. The Parade, Watford. www. watfordbigevents.co.uk/big-screen

7-8 Jul DogFest Expect to see amazing agility displays, dog dancing and daring action performances as well as the chance to take part in have-a-go sessions with your dog! Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG3 6PY. 01438 812661. www.knebworthhouse.com 14-Jul Entertaining Stortford Walk Find out more about the history of Bishop’s Stortford on one of our guided walks. All walks start at Rhodes Arts Complex and typically last for one to one and half hours.

Please wear sensible walking shoes. Booking essential. Rhodes Theatre, 1-3 South Road, Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 3JG. 01279 710200 www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

14-Jul Battle Proms Pack up the hampers and champers and join thousands of loyal fans for an exceptional afternoon and evening of entertainment at the 18th annual Hatfield House Battle Proms Concert.

Hatfield House, AL9 5NQ. 21-22 Jul The Great British Food Festival In addition to a unique range of artisan food and drink stalls, there will be a great range of fun activities.

Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG3 6PY. 01438 812661 www.knebworthhouse.com

AUCTIONS & ANTIQUES 21-Jul Stable Yard Antiques Fair A free monthly antiques market features a huge range of antiques and collectibles. Stable Yard, Hatfield House, AL9 5NQ 07751 296625

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Cambridge Open Studios, held over four weekends in July A chance to meet artists, craftspeople and designermakers in their studios and workshops in and around the city. Enjoy a feast of painting, ceramics, sculpture, handmade jewellery, glass, photography and much more.

You’ll find free printed guides for this event in shops, galleries and libraries and there’s an App to download too. www.camopenstudios.co.uk The Summer Night Market with open air cinema screening on 20 July Market Square will be buzzing with many of the regular market traders plying their wares alongside street food vendors, pop up bars and restaurants. The family-friendly film “Paddington” will be screened at 6.30pm, followed by “Grease” at 8.30pm. This free event is always popular so the advice is to get there early and maybe bring your own portable chair! www.cambridgebid.co.uk/events Cambridge Summer Music Festival, running from 23 June to 4 August In its 40th anniversary year, it brings a programme of different music genres to venues across the city and showcases young upcoming talent as well as established artistes. A particular favourite of mine is “Sounds Green”, held at the stunning Cambridge University Botanic Garden on Wednesday evenings at 6.15pm. It’s perfect for all ages…just take a rug and a picnic, sit back, get up and dance if you like and enjoy the music, be it tunes from local ensemble Prime Brass or Afro-Brazilian jazz, samba and bossa nova from four piece band Afrosamba. www.cambridgesummermusic.com The Big Weekend on Parker’s Piece from 13-15 July It’s all going on here with live music, a silent disco, fireworks, food stalls, sports and science activities, a children’s entertainment area and more. Sunday 14 July features the Cambridge Mela, celebrating Asian culture. www.cambridgelivetrust.co.uk/city-events/events/big-weekend

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Cambridge Comedy Festival, returning to Cambridge Junction from 18 – 21 July with four performance venues, a covered “Moonshine Brewery” beer garden and street food vendors This is a great chance to see big name headliner comedians at Jesterlarf Comedy Club and Edinburgh preview shows as well as emerging comedic talent plus there are three family shows on Saturday 21 July. Just like going to the Edinburgh Fringe without going all the way to Edinburgh! www.cambridgecomedyfestival.com Rosemary is a Cambridge resident blogging about what’s new in this beautiful, vibrant city. Read her guide to city living on her blog at www.newincambridge.com Follow her on Instagram @rosemarybtalbot & Twitter @talbot_rosemary

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What’s on: Cambridgeshire THEATRE, FILM AND SHOWS 5-Jul Everybody’s Talking About Jamie Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. He is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies and steps out of the darkness, into the spotlight. Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough, PE1 1EF. 01733 207239 www.vivacity-peterborough.com 9-14 Jul Sherlock Holmes: The Final Curtain Chilling, gripping and filled with twists and revelations, this new thriller has been commissioned by Theatre Royal Bath from award-winning dramatist Simon Reade. Cambridge Arts Theatre, St Edward’s Passage, Cambridge, CB2 3PJ. 01223 503333 www.cambridgeartstheatre.com 10-14 Jul The War of the Worlds An alien invasion throws humanity into chaos in the classic sc-fi novel The War of the Worlds, but all it took to cause real-life panic in the streets was Orson Welles’ 1938 radio adaptation, which listeners took for news.

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11-Jul Giovanni Pernice Get ready for glitzy costumes, amazing routines and another beautiful story - headlined by Giovanni.

Expect even more energy, even more passion, and even more heat. Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough, PE1 1EF. 01733 207239 www.vivacity-peterborough.com

13-Jul Andrew Maxwell & Darren Harriott Performances by Andrew Maxwell, a world-class hour of whip-smart personal and political comedy from everyone’s favourite Irish funnyman and Darren Harriott returns with a brand new show

exploring more of the issues that keep him awake at night. Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough, PE1 1EF. 01733 207239. www.vivacity-peterborough.com 14-15 Jul Plagiarised An ordinary, ugly town. The people are too, because they are alive. For now. The rats come up from the sewers, dying. After the feverish success of “Project 1”, Sam Plumb’s Devising Group adapts Camus’ “The Plague” — and tries to survive. The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX 01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk

17-21 Jul Six From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII finally take the mic to tell their tale, remixing five hundred years of her-storical heartbreak into a 75-minute celebration of sisterly sass-itude. Cambridge Arts Theatre, St Edward’s Passage, Cambridge, CB2 3PJ. 01223 503333 www.cambridgeartstheatre.com

18-Jul Catherine Bohart Catherine Bohart is the bisexual, OCD daughter of a Catholic Deacon and she’s got a hell of a lot to say about it. The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX. 01223 511511 www.junction.co.uk 18-Jul Elf Lyons The queen of clown is back and she’s making the dismal science fun with a whole orchestra and an Invisible Hand. The Junction, Clifton Way Cambridge, CB1 7GX. 01223 511511 www.junction.co.uk

19-Jul Tom Stade: I Sweat To After last year’s smash-hit tour, the comedy legend returns with a new show, picking up just where he left off. The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX. 01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk 21-Jul Henry Paker Award-winning stand-up and comic writer Henry Paker is one of the most sought after comic brains in the UK. Described by The Guardian as “one

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The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX. 01223 511511 www.junction.co.uk 24-28 Jul Alternate Slices Two parallel realities find Finola alternately setting up home with DIY enthusiast Matt and exploring the world with adventurer Nick. Whichever lifestyle she has found herself drawn into, Finola wonders if she could have cut her cake without it crumbling.

Corpus Playroom, 10 St Edward’s Passage, Cambridge, CB2 3PJ. 01223 300085. www.corpusplayroom.com

26-Jul Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Living Dangerously Sir Ranulph Fiennes’ many endeavours have pushed his endurance levels to the very limits, inspiring generations and making him a pioneer of exploration with an unparalleled story to tell. Cambridge Corn Exchange, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QE. 01223 357 851 www.cambridgelivetrust.co.uk 27 Jul - 4 Aug His Dark Materials Using a specially built temporary theatre and spectacular sets, lighting and puppetry, this production promises to be a theatrical experience like no other. Fitzwilliam Museum, Trumpington St, Cambridge, CB2 1RB. 01223 300085 www.corpusplayroom.com

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27-Jul The High Fiver A longstanding Cambridge Junction event offering emerging bands the opportunity to play on the J1 stage.

The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX. 01223 511511 www.junction.co.uk 28-Jul Austin Gold Following the success of their debut album ‘Before Dark Clouds’, the multi-award winning local band, Austin Gold, will be taking a break from their summer festival tour and return to their hometown. Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough, PE1 1EF. 01733 207239 www.vivacity-peterborough.com

ARTS & EXHIBITIONS 1 Jul - 27 Aug Antony Gormley SUBJECT ‘SUBJECT’ highlights many of Antony Gormley’s interests, including how sculpture can activate both the space that it occupies and the body of the viewer. Kettle’s Yard, University of Cambridge, Castle Street, Cambridge, CB3 0AQ. 01223 748100. www.kettlesyard.co.uk 5 Jul - 2 Sept Mixed Summer Exhibition 2018 Cambridge, picture, hand made original print, jewellery, sculpture and craftwork. Byard Art, 14 King’s Parade, Cambridge, CB2 1SJ 01223 464646. www.byardart.co.uk

7-29 Jul Joan Miro: Lithographs An exhibition of lithographs and pochoir at the Babylon Gallery of spanish painter, sculptor and ceramicist Joan Miró. Babylon Gallery, Waterside, Ely, CB7 4AU. 01353 616991. www.babylonarts.org.uk

7-29 Jul Cambridge Open Studios Artists will open their doors to the public over four weekends in July.

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13 Jul - 28 Oct Tree of Life Exhibition of works by Helaine Blumenfeld OBE An enlightening and unmissable exhibition at Ely Cathedral showing major new works by nationally acclaimed artist and contemporary sculptor Helaine Blumenfeld. Ely Cathedral, Chapter House, The College, Ely, CB7 4DL. www.elycathedral.org 31 Jul - 11 Nov Designers & Jewellery 1850 –1940: Jewellery & Metalwork Showcasing little-known treasures from the Fitzwilliam Museum’s outstanding permanent collection, this exhibition celebrates exquisitely-designed and often hand-crafted jewellery and metalwork, dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Fitzwilliam Museum, Trumpington Street, Cambridge , CB2 1RB. 01223 332900 www.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk

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Heffers’ celebrated summer crime and mystery fiction party is back!

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8-Jul Cambridge Race for Life Cambridge Race for Life will bring thousands of women together to support Cancer Research UK’s life-saving research. Race for Life 5k is great for all ages. Jesus Green, Jesus Green, Victoria Avenue, Cambridge

15-Jul Science on Sundays This talk will show how recent discoveries reveal how the fibres are made and then woven into wood.

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26-29 Jul Cambridge Rock Festival With around 75 bands appearing on three fully covered stages set outdoors in the grounds of Horseheath Lodge, thanks to the sponsorship of Black Barn Records. Horseheath Lodge, Dean Road, Horseheath www.cambridgerockfestival. co.uk 28-Jul Saturday Pass This festival is born from our love of cheesy B-Movies from funny 80’s mullet action to over the top splatter mayhem! The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX 01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk

AUCTION & ANTIQUES 8-Jul Vintage & Craft Market An average of 25 stalls offering an eclectic mix of homewares, shabby chic furniture, textiles, clothing, jewellery, gifts and much more. Open 10am. £1 Entry, under 16’s free.

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Sit outside and enjoy the panoramic views of the estuary at the Peterboat Restaurant. The menu offers traditional ‘pub-grub’ and modern dishes, including a variety of tasty vegetarian options. It also boasts a range of seafood dishes, including its famous cockle chowder.

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Essex If it’s your home you’re looking to restyle, pay a visit to Tin Design. Owned by two locals, this quirky interior design shop contains a mix of Scandinavian homeware, eclectic lighting, wallpaper and wall art, as well as local artisan pieces, all of which have been handpicked. The pair also offer an interior styling service if you need a hand!

Treat yourself or a loved one to a new piece of jewellery at Castle Collection. The jewellery boutique and workshop boasts contemporary jewellery created by the owner herself, as well as collections from other designers to create an eclectic mix. Lisa also offers a personal service where, if desired, you can have an input on the design, to create a piece especially for you. You can even learn the art of silver-smithing and make your very own ‘ready-towear’ sterling silver ring at one of Lisa’s jewellery-making classes.

Things to do Visit Leigh Heritage Centre and learn all about the local history of Leigh-on-Sea. Located in an original Victorian cottage, it is home to a fascinating wealth of local historical artefacts and memorabilia, as well as having many volunteers on hand to answer any questions. There is also a restored fisherman’s cottage attached, to give you an insight to how they used to live.

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Events Throughout the summer Leigh-on-Sea is hosting the ‘Summer Season on Strand Wharf’ event. Each week Strand Wharf will have a different theme, allowing you to try, taste and learn new things.It kicks off on 8 July with the Craft and Cuisine Festival. There will be 18 stalls of handmade goods by local crafters, including bags, jewellery arts and cards. There will also be plenty of food stalls, offering pastries, breads, cakes and street food, so you won’t go home hungry!

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14-Jul Fanny’s Buns & Bubbles Enjoy afternoon tea with a difference with Southend’s favourite drag queen! Spoil yourself with fabulous cakes, sandwiches and a glass of bubbles with Fanny as your host.

Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7RA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 15-Jul Griff Rhys Jones: Where Was I? A hilarious evening of comedy - observations, anecdotes, reminiscences and outright lies – from 40 years of travelling down rivers and up mountains, into Africa, out of India, and across the arid wastes of the BBC. Colchester Arts Centre, Church St, Colchester CO1 1NF. 01206 500900 www.colchesterartscentre.com

16-17 Jul Little Baby Bum Join Mia, Jacus, Twinkle and their Nursery Rhyme friends at the world premiere of a brand new LIVE show.

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19-21 Jul Anything Goes Join us aboard the S.S. American and sail from New York to England, alongside a colourful collection of passengers, for Anything Goes – a musical of love, laughter, madcap antics and everything in between Queen’s Theatre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT. 01708 443333 www.queens-theatre.co.uk 21 Jul - 30 Oct Afternoon Glee Harlow’s very own drag queen Fanny will be your host, and you might even get to enjoy some lip-syncing from the Queen herself....The Harlow Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Harlow, CM20 1LS. 01279 431945 www.playhouseharlow.com

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25-Jul Daffodil Scissors A fun short play about Daffodil and his problems and indeed woes, mostly at the hands of his highly needy Dad. Princes Theatre, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 1SE. 01255 686633. www.tendringdc. gov.uk › Leisure › Princes Theatre

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MUSIC 9-Jul Buddy Holly - A Legend Reborn Relive the rockin’ fifties music scene with hits such as Peggy Sue, Oh Boy, It Doesn’t Matter Anymore, It’s So Easy, Rave On, Who’s Sorry Now, Stupid Cupid, Lipstick On Your Collar and many more. Queen’s Theatre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT. 01708 443333. www.queens-theatre.co.uk

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28-Jul Lance Ellington Sings Broadway Featuring all the glitz and glamour of Strictly – including the promise of some behind-the-scenes exclusives – it’s the very best of Broadway. West Cliff Theatre, Tower Road, Clactonon-Sea, CO15 1LE. 01255 433344 www.westcliffclacton.co.uk

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1 Jul 18 - 19 Mar 2019 Warner’s in Colour: A Tool for Design It will celebrate colour as a fundamental part of the design process, exploring the collection held at the Warner Textile Archive through the lens of colour. Warners Mill, Silks Way, CM7 3GB. 01376 557741 www.warnertextilearchive.co.uk SPECIAL EVENTS 23 Jun - 23 Jul Maldon Festival Maldon Festival provides music lovers with a feast of orchestras, choirs, musicians and more.

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