Ipswich24 - August 2014

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Helping you create the perfect tribute East of England Co-op Funeral Services has been taking care of all aspects of funeral planning and arrangements for families across Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex for almost 90 years – from caring for your loved one, arranging the funeral and conducting the service, to helping create those individual touches through floristry and monumental masonry.

Spending some time reminiscing about fond memories with family and friends is a good way to ensure that your loved one’s funeral is full of the personal touches that made them so special to you and is a real reflection of their personality, a celebration of their life, and a fitting tribute to those treasured memories.

Gathering those treasured memories There are many ways to collect memories and we can provide you with ideas to encourage others to share their favourite moments. Memorial cards can be handed out ahead of the service, or you could ask family and friends for photos of times gone by. These personal pictures can then be used to create a photo montage to be played at the service.

Those extra touches Taste in music is often a reflection of personality – we can make arrangements for soloists, choirs and bands to recreate much loved records, or simply play all-time favourite songs.

Floral arrangements can be created using favourite colours and flowers. As well as classic

designs, our florists can create a unique design depicting a much loved sport or hobby, or simply their name spelt out in flowers.

with the greatest care and respect. They will work with you to design something truly unique – from the traditional to the modern.

Releasing a dove can be a symbolic way of saying goodbye, whilst others may find comfort in lighting a candle. Whatever your request, we will always strive to make the day as memorable as the life you are celebrating.

The East of England Co-op funeral teams will take the time to sit down and listen carefully to your needs to compassionately create a dignified and meaningful service celebrating the life of your friend or family member.

The final journey We understand that the final journey taken with your loved one is a poignant moment in the grieving process, so we can help you create the perfect journey encompassing a favourite route or place; be it their local pub, the seaside or a football ground.

The journey can be made in a way that suits your loved one’s personality best.

From traditional Jaguars or a majestic horse and carriage, to a motorcycle hearse for those who preferred life on two wheels – and if you would like something completely unique we will help you to achieve your wishes.

The perfect resting place Whether a burial or cremation, there are beautiful places across the Eastern region that can provide a fitting resting place. Many people are now choosing to be laid to rest in natural environments, such as woodland burial sites – whatever your thoughts our funeral arrangers will be able to talk you through the choices.

A fitting memorial Our highly skilled stonemasons at H.L. Perfitt, recognise that creating a fitting memorial not only provides a lasting tribute to life, but is also one of the last gifts that you can give to your loved one.

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We can visit you to discuss arrangements in the privacy and comfort of your own home, or at your chosen East of England Co-op funeral branch. Or you can call our 24 hour care line on 0800 0744362.

INSIDE THIS MONTH AUGUST Classic Cars:

Head to the splendour of Helmingham Hall and see one of the largest selection of classic cars. Don’t miss the parades up and down the drive.

Ahoy There:

Don your eye-patch, grab your cutlass and head to Felixstowe Prom for a day of piratical fun by the sea.

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Events Diary

Riverdance 9 Tickets to be Won:

Looking for something to do this August?

Our day-by-day guide will keep you informed and don’t forget there’s more on our website at www.ipswich24.co.uk

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Riverdance is on it’s way back to Ipswich and we have front-row tickets to be won in a great competition.

Wellbeing

Part 2 of Jules Button’s guide to looking after yourself in the sun. FREE exercise class with a fitness instructor, plus Craig Corder gives advice on back-care on your holidays.

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Clay Oven Restaurant offers special discount to Ipswich24 readers

New restaurant opens in Ipswich town centre Two well-known restaurateurs have joined forces to launch a brand new Bangladeshi and Indian restaurant, the Clay Oven, right in the centre of Ipswich.

The brand new Clay Oven restaurant is situated in St Nicholas Street, which is the heart of Ipswich’s eating out area.

Owners Manik Miah of the Maharani and Abdul Motlib of the Bekash, both have more than 30 years’ experience in the restaurant trade, and stress that their existing businesses are not affected by the new venture.

The Clay Oven is housed in a lovely, listed building, which is more than 300 years-old, for many years it was a branch of Andy’s Records.

A very experienced chef with more than 40 years experience is assisted by a team of staff, chefs and waiters.

Abdul Motlib said that they had carefully planned the venture as they wanted it to be right in the town centre.

The restaurant has room for more than 80 diners including private rooms for 20 to 30 people on the first floor. As well as the casual diner the restaurant can also offer rooms for private parties which can be booked.

Abdul from the Bekash and Manik of the Maharani already have restaurants with excellent reputations, so you can be assured that by coming together this is going to be a winning combination.

• As an added incentive to try the new establishment The Clay Oven are offering 30% discount throughout August when you mention IPSWICH24 MAGAZINE when placing your order during August 2014.

The Clay Oven is open seven days a week at 10-12 St Nicholas Street.

It also offers a takeaway service, telephone 01473 225499 or 211025.

Carnival Queens for a day

Woodbridge Carnival Queen of haart, John Lambert(!), raises valuable funds for Autism Suffolk In association with Woodbridge haart estate agents, the Woodbridge Carnival sidestepped convention by making this year’s Carnival Queen an elaborate fancy dress contest.

The contest allowed men and women, boys and girls of all ages to participate and have fun getting dressed up to raise money for their chosen charities.

The Queen of haart float made for a colourful and joyful addition to the parade through the town on Saturday 5th July.

The winning Queens – John Lambert and his family and Mandy Hearle - split the £500 prize money between their chosen charities.

John Lambert chose to donate his prize money to Autism Suffolk as the charity recently lost funding.

John’s daughter has autism and has benefitted greatly from the group.

They hope to use the money to take the group to see a show in London with the prize money. This is not the first time John has dressed up in

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drag – on holiday he was asked to be a drag queen by the holiday rep and has been dubbed Vanessa by his adoring family.

Mandy Hearle is doing a dare a day for a year as part of Mission Possible 2014. She was dared to dress up as part of the Queen of haart contest and so she took up the challenge with unrelenting enthusiasm.

Mandy is raising funds for Medecins Sans Frontieres in memory of Poppy Harvey, a Woodbridge teenager, who died tragically of an allergic reaction in 2010.

Emily Pullinger of Woodbridge haart, sponsors of the contest, said, “John and the Lambert family made such an effort and completely embraced the sentiment of the competition.

We’re over the moon that the prize money we have donated has gone to such a fantastic cause. We’d like to thank everyone who entered the contest and attended the carnival for making it such a fabulous community event.”

Classy Motors

The Hot Rod and Custom Car Rally will once again be held on Felixstowe Seafront on Saturday 23rd August.

Zoom down to the seafront for displays of over 100 colourful hot rods and custom cars. The vehicles will set off from Trinity Park in Ipswich at around 11am, arriving on the prom from 11.30am onwards. Visitors can meet and chat to the owners. Admission is free. www.rodandcustom.co.uk

Healthy Walk

A Seafront Health Walk will take place on Monday 11th August.

Starting your week off with a walk along the Promenade at Felixstowe - meet outside the Leisure Centre at 10.45am.

The walk is around two to two and a half miles (depending on the walkers and weather on the day) and is led by trained Stepping Out in Suffolk Volunteer Walk Leaders. Everyone welcome. Admission free.

Then on Tuesday 19th August you can enjoy a Morning Walk at Brackenbury starting at 10.45am.

Meet at the Brackenbury Sports Centre, High Road East and enjoy a refreshing morning walk in Felixstowe. A walk on paths though housing, then onto the sea front road to walk back. The walk is around three miles and is led by Jenny Mundin. Everyone welcome.

Admission is free.

Relax and enjoy a beautiful cruise right on your doorstep Orwell Lady has seen another busy month on the river with the addition of English Afternoon Tea cruises to its public cruise timetable.

Afternoon Tea cruises have proved to be extremely popular, and are ideal for people who fancy a cruise and meal in the afternoon, with an abundance of food - sandwiches, cakes and scones served with unlimited tea and coffee.

Music nights have also been a big success and the season continues

with live Jazz on Saturday 23rd August and discos, such as Abba and the 70s on 6th September (see advertisement).

The weekend of 15th and 17th August sees Ipswich celebrating its maritime heritage as part of Celebrate Ipswich. Over that weekend why not take a trip on the

Orwell Lady? On Friday 15th August there will be a three and a half hour Harwich Harbour cruise, sailing at 2pm. On Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of cruises from 20 minute cruises around the Wet Dock or longer trips to see the Orwell Bridge lasting around an hour. On Sunday morning there is a two and a half hour return cruise to Pin Mill leaving at 10.30am and returning at 1pm.

Tickets for the Wet Dock cruises are £5 for adults and £3 for children, Orwell Bridge cruises are £8 for adults and £5 for children, the Pin Mill cruise is £13 for adults and £9 for children, and the Harwich Harbour cruise is £17 for adults and £11 for children. All children under three travel free, and Concession and Family rates are available.

All Orwell Lady cruises can be paid for on the quay prior to sailing (cash only) or advance tickets for the Pin Mill and Harwich Harbour cruises can be purchased from Ipswich Tourist Information Centre on 01473 258070 (tourist@ipswich.gov.uk) or CoffeeLink on the waterfront (cash only).

Celebrate Ipswich and Maritime Weekend Is Back

This August the streets will be alive with activity, excitement and entertainment as Celebrate Ipswich returns for the third year. The week-long activity that culminates in the Maritime Festival is a summer highlight for East Anglia’s Waterfront Town and will run between Monday 11th and Sunday 17th August.

This year the event is set to be bigger and better than ever with some brand new and contemporary additions to the line-up. The exciting additional activity will include a ‘St Tropez’ car exhibition featuring a grand collection of fabulous cars and some ‘famous’ faces that include a Ferrari F1, James Bond Aston Martin DB5 and a 1973 Jaguar E-type.

Also this year, The Saints area of town, St Peters Street and St Nicholas Street, will be hosting a brand new farmers Market featuring over twenty of the regions very best, small scale producers ready to tease your taste buds with the flavours and smells of Suffolk’s best, fresh, local produce.

Other activities during the week-long festival include the Beer and Beverage Festival, Regatta, urban free-style show, Viking entertainment and some unique visiting vessels that include some of the Thames Sailing Barges.

The retailers and restaurants will be taking part too, with special menus, events and offers throughout the whole week and weekend.

Paul Clement, Chief Executive of Ipswich Central Commented, “Celebrate Ipswich is one of the biggest events in the Ipswich calendar and is a great showcase of East Anglia’s Waterfront Town. There will be plenty of activity for all to enjoy the County Town of Suffolk.”

Councillor Bryony Rudkin, Ipswich Borough Council’s Culture & Leisure portfolio-holder, said, “The Ipswich summer programme is the best in the region and all eyes will be on our big August events,,including the fabulous Maritime Festival. There is so much to see and do both here and in the town centre before relaxing at our new look beer festival and speciality markets.”

To keep up-to-date with events and activities taking place during Celebrate Ipswich visit www.allaboutipswich.com or download the All About Ipswich app for free on IOS and Android.

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Fantastically fun family days out... and, a chance to learn something new Ipswich Museum

Meet our famous giant Wolly Mammoth and discover the many weird and wonderful curious things from around the world…

Explore Suffolk’s past through the Iron Age to Romans and Saxons Take a trip down the Nile in our Egyptian gallery This summer Ipswich Museums has a calendar of events to help entertain the family: Discovery room, Tuesdays in the Summer holidays, £2 (except Astrodome) Drop-in and have some hands-on fun in the

discovery room! Use microscopes, video cameras and other technology to uncover the secrets of some of the museum objects and work with experts to crack some unsolved mysteries.

29th July: CSI My Mummy (bookable), 5th August: Stars and planets in the Astrodome (£3 per person, bookable), 12th August: Treasure and coins (drop-in), 19th August: Bones and Teeth (drop-in), 26th August: Bugs and butterflies (drop-in)

Ipswich Art School

The gallery shows exhibitions of international importance and provides a unique stage for local artist to show their work and to showcase the region’s artistic talents.

Tidal Margins 3 a major new exhibition of work depicting the coastline and rivers of Suffolk this summer. Six artists, four writers and two photographers have joined forces to create this unique exhibition of paintings, prints, photography, sculpture and writing. Tidal Margins 3 runs until 7th September 2014.

Christchurch Mansion

One of Suffolk’s most treasured buildings, this beautiful Tudor mansion takes you through 500 years of history. We also have a collection of fine art from Suffolk artists including Thomas Gainsborough and John Constables.

Join us for the History house, Thursdays in the Summer holidays (£3, bookable)

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Meet a different character each week, handle objects, hear stories, make things and discover secrets about the lives of people who lived and worked in the Mansion.

31st July: Join Lord Fonnereau as he shows you his new magic lantern and helps you make your own picture slide to try out.

7th August: Create foam bonnets and top hats and learn about Victorian fashions 14th August: Get stuck in helping Cook in the kitchen 21st August: Play with old toys and hear stories with the Nursery Maid 28th August: Time to get your hands dirty as you explore the estate with the Victorian gardener!

For all activity times, costs and booking information call Ipswich events on 01473 43369 or visit www.cimuseums.org.uk/whatson

Full Steam Ahead for a Crafty Weekend at the Museum of East Anglian Life Preparations are well under way for the eighth Museum of East Anglian Life Steam and Crafts Weekend to be held on the Saturday 9th and Sunday10th August 2014.

Visitors will be able to experience the sights, sounds and smells of the machines of yesteryear, as well as checking out a range of crafts and skills, many of which are experiencing a revival at the present time. The Museum’s 80 acre site will be buzzing with working machinery, demonstrations and plenty of live action, as well as all the usual displays, exhibits, historic buildings and our current temporary exhibition “Everybody’s Darling: the First World War Nurse”.

Lisa Harris, Curator at the Museum of East Anglian Life, says, “Without

the commitment of a range of individuals and museums, both machines and skills that have been so key to rural life in the past would already have been lost. With less than a month to go until the beginning of the event, the plans and preparations are really starting to take shape and excitement is certainly growing”.

During the weekend, the Museum will also host its 12th Steam Engine Driver Training Event. This special opportunity teaches students the basics of engine ownership, maintenance and use, whilst encouraging them to work alongside

experienced local steam engine owners. Visitors will be able to talk with the demonstrators, have a go at some of the crafts, as well as checking out the range of attractions that the Museum has to offer. There will even be a chance to make your own poster on the Museum’s original 1870 Colombia printing press.

The Museum Of East Anglia Life is open daily until the end of October, Monday to Saturday from 10am until 5pm.

For more information contact the Museum on 01449 612229 or check out their website at www.eastanglianlife.org.uk

Ever tickled a piglet?

Throughout the summer there is always so much to do at Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm. Situated in the beautiful Suffolk countryside, on the banks of the River Gipping, the farm is a delight for animal and countryside lovers alike.

During spring, regulars to the farm will have seen plenty of new arrivals lambs, piglets, kids and calves. But in addition to these youngsters there are all the regulars waiting to mount a charm offensive, in the hope of a little food and attention. But if tickling piglets is more your thing, look out for the new Kune Kunes – they are likely to be found in the orchard and love to have their bellies tickled.

Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm is six miles north west of Ipswich, off the B1113 between Great Blakenham and Needham Market. The farm opens Tuesday to Sunday and Bank Holidays from 10am to 5pm. With entry prices at £7 for adults, £6 for concessions, £3 for children (aged 4-16) and free entry for under fours, it would be difficult to find a more diverting and better value attraction in Suffolk. The farm café is open all day, selling homemade cakes, lunches, hot and cold drinks and ice cream.

For more information follow us on www.facebook.com/BaylhamFarm, visit the website at www.baylham-house-farm.co.uk or call 01473 830264.

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Theatre Royal starts Annual search for Young People Passionate about a Career in the Arts The Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds are on the hunt once more for local, ambitious and creative young people to join their ever-popular Young Associate Programme for the coming academic year.

Another year has passed and another group of talented young people have ‘graduated’ from the Theatre’s Creative Young Associate Programme this

summer, better equipped to take on the next challenge, whether it be further education or their first step into employment in the arts sector.

Marking three years since its inception, the programme continues to go from strength to strength, with each year’s intake making the programme their own as they dive headfirst into the world of theatre – creating their own touring show, working with young people, helping out in the theatre and gaining valuable insights into the huge variety of different roles that are involved in a working theatre. They have the opportunity to gain experience in both performance and behind the scenes roles, to hone their skills and to seek professional guidance on applying to drama school.

Previous Young Associates have all remarked that the process allowed them to really question what aspect of theatre they were keen to pursue, with some going on to achieve great success both on stage and behind the scenes in the world of theatre and performance! From successful applications to elite Drama Schools and even unique courses at prestigious French Clown School, École Philippe Gaulier, the Theatre Royal Young Associates demonstrate a determination to succeed in all that they turn their creative hand to.

Indeed, the Young Associates’ bright futures continue to be informed and encouraged by the professional mentors they work with during their time at the Theatre Royal. Many maintain their involvement in the Theatre beyond the 12 month programme, coming back to support younger people involved in a wide range of community projects.

The Young Associate programme is so much more than an internship. It is a bespoke programme in which young people with a passion for theatre meet true friends, develop their dramatic prowess, stretch their imaginations and gain an incredible grounding of knowledge in the world of theatre. Twelve months of hard work and fun in equal measure that, past Young Associates assure hopeful applicants, will exceed their expectations in every way.

For more information contact Community Projects Officer Amy Wyllie via amyw@theatreroyal.org or visit our website www.theatreroyal.org/ now-receiving-applications-for-our-young-associate-programme/

Pets As Therapy Pets As Therapy (PAT) is a national charity founded in 1983. PAT volunteers take their pets to visit establishments where it might be therapeutic - usually residential homes, hospitals, day centres, schools, etc. - in fact anywhere there is a need that can be fulfilled.

Read2Dogs is an increasingly popular scheme in many areas helping children gain confidence with their reading. Some dogs work with stroke patients and people with dog phobias.

The Charity application process is relatively straightforward with an application form and two personal

six months. Many different types of dogs work as PAT dogs, regardless of age, background, size or breed.

There are also a smaller number of PAT cats.

Today, approximately 4,500 PAT visiting dogs and 108 PAT cats (figures supplied by Pets As Therapy) are registered in the UK. Every week they visit more than 130,000 people, both young and old, in different situations and states of health.

Summer, pictured, is a rescue dog and is one of the 50 or so dogs making regular visits locally.

Volunteers give their time to accommodate other commitments that they and the establishments have. Therefore, as long as a mutually acceptable arrangement can be agreed, the frequency and time of visits is very flexible.

references required. Theoretically, any dog or cat can become a Pets As Therapy visitor - if successfully assessed for suitability.

The main criteria are temperament and calmness. The animal must be fully vaccinated and clean. It must be at least nine months old and have been with its owner for a minimum of 8

Pets As Therapy carries public liability insurance with an indemnity limit of £5,000,000.

More information can be found on the Pets As Therapy website www. petsastherapy.org where there is a very informative short video or you can contact PAT by calling 01844 345 445.

Festival of Classic & Sports Cars

The Festival of Classic & Sports Cars held at Helmingham Hall is a wonderful day out for car enthusiasts and the whole family. Held in association with the Suffolk Vehicle Enthusiasts Club (SVEC), to help raise money for EACH (East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices), the 2014 festival is set to be the best yet!

Over 800 exhibiting vehicles are expected to attend representing the last 10 decades of motoring history, including many from Britain’s motoring heyday.

Exquisite marques on display include Alvis, Bristol, Jensen, AC Riley, Armstrong Siddeley, Lea Francis, Crossley, BSA, Logonda, Lanchester and Gordon Keeble. The oldest vehicle Helmingham will be privileged enough to display on the day is a 1918 Ford Model T and the latest sports car models include Ferrari, Porsche, Corvette, Mustang and Aston Martins amongst many others! Over 30 different car clubs will be in attendance as well as a display of East Anglian Motorcyle Clubs. This amazing collection of

Backstage visit to the Past New Historical Discoveries load Backstage Past: Live Encounters with even more history, hilarity and hidden stories!

Having made some fascinating new discoveries, the Theatre Royal will this Summer be unveiling an all-new Backstage Past: Live Encounters tour with previously unknown tales and unseen characters from the Theatre’s varied past!

Now in its third year, Backstage Past: Live Encounters has proved incredibly popular, even making the BBC’s 50 Things in Suffolk list of the best things to do in Suffolk!

Previous years have seen Monsieur Gouffe, the renowned man-monkey swing from gallery to stage on a rope, and members of the 1960s theatrerenovation campaign take a call from Noel Coward, but this year’s characters and guests remain a well-guarded mystery. With just some whispers of such intriguing characters as Eade Montefiore and possibly even some Baptists and Methodists inexplicably appearing, it looks as though this year will be as exciting as ever (if not more so!)

vehicles is displayed against the magnificent back drop of the moated Tudor Hall which sits in the middle of an ancient deer park. The exhibiting cars also have the chance to parade up and down the main drive in concourse sessions throughout the day.

As well as the impressive display of vehicles the day offers main ring entertainment, over 50 trade stalls, local food, drink and music. Enjoy the impressive birds of prey displays or get involved in some vintage music and dancing from the “Chocks Away Dance Troupe”. Visitors also have the chance to explore the Grade 1 Listed gardens which have been extensively redesigned by the Current Lady Tollemache, a Chelsea Gold Medallist, and are open to visitors who find themselves enchanted by the herbaceous borders, walled kitchen, herb, knot, rose and wild gardens.

• The Helmingham Festival of Classic & Sports Cars takes place at Helmingham Hall, Near Stowmarket on Sunday 3rd August from 10am until 5pm. For more information visit www.helmingham.com

The new Backstage Past: Live Encounters will, of course, still tell the familiar stories, but this year expect a different perspective and different characters.

Some scenes are completely fresh, having been written after recent research has turned up exciting and fascinating new pieces in the jigsaw of the theatre’s past! Discovered in newly found articles from crumbling old newspapers; in descriptions of a remodelling of the building that have not been seen or referred to in previous literature; in previews and reviews that haven’t been highlighted before… The new script tells the story right up to the present day using a range of performance and technical skills including lots of audience interaction. And whilst the highlights of the building’s history remain the same – it hasn’t changed that the Theatre’s architect was William Wilkins nor that Charley’s Aunt opened on the Theatre’s stage before going on to perennial success all over the world – the effects and the angles from which audiences will look at such things have changed and will be a whole new dazzling historical and theatrical adventure!

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The country show with something for everyone Supporting local and Quintessentially British There will be a wonderful array of attractions at this year’s Aldeburgh Country & Craft Show including the fun and fascinating Horse and Scurry Trials, Dance Africa, Dance Africa has been seen at many venue’s around the UK including the Royal Albert Hall with their fun Zulu and Gumboot dancing at its best. Along with Dance Africa we have the wonderful sheep and dog herding, our fabulous Falconry, the must have Shire Horses and their display, Keith’s sheep racing and so much more. Both days will be packed with Cookery Demonstrations thanks

to many wonderful Chefs such as the fabulous Claudio Bincoletto Italian Chef and Forager who also lectures at Writtle College who will also be doing foraging walks, talks by Suffolk Forager Julie Foster as well cookery demonstrations and so many more.

Organisers are delighted to announce that this year they have the very exciting Terrier and Lurcher racing – a first for Aldeburgh, Paddy and Chris Weaver have a long and proud tradition of offering high quality terrier and lurcher events.

Fun Dog Shows run by the Charity Shamans legacy, have-a-go dog agility and flyball and so many other wonderful things for your three legged friends to do.

There will be a Rural Crafters avenue with some extremely talented and special Rural Crafters such as sticksmakers, blacksmiths, willow weaving, potters, furniture making and so much more. An opportunity to see the time and dedication all these crafters have.

You will have the opportunity to hold a snake, bearded dragon or tortoise with Amazing Reptiles and the Foolhardy Circus as seen at Glastonbury will be there with Circus Shows and workshops throughout the day or why not visit Gemma at Gemma’s Farm and hold one of their new born lambs.

There will also be some fantastic shopping, meet

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food producers and find out where your food comes from. So many wonderful things to do in a day!

Plus, once again there will be some very talented and amazing musicians playing throughout the day which will come courtesy of the County’s most up and coming talent playing throughout the day.

The Aldeburgh Country & Craft Show will be held at Decoy Farm, Aldeburgh on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th August from 10am to 5pm.

• For more information just visit the website at www.aldeburghcountryshow.co.uk

Choral Society gets Lottery help In their 190th anniversary year, Ipswich Choral Society has received £5800 Sharing Heritage grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund for an exciting project “The history of Ipswich Choral Society - 190 years old and still singing - Why?”. Led by volunteers from the choir, the project initially focuses on research about the formation of the choir in 1824 and its impact on the Ipswich arts scene over 190 years.

The project will enable choir members to research All the information gathered must then be recorded concert programmes, press cuttings and other electronically and catalogued to enable information archive material at local centres such as the to be found easily. The aim is to create an electronic Suffolk Records office and the Britten-Pears Library archive of images, interviews with current and former before widening out the search to other archive members and recordings of the choir to accompany resources such as the British Library and Royal the printed records. The findings of the research College of Music. Another team of volunteers will be project will be made available to the wider public interviewing long-standing members and supporters via presentations to local community groups and a of the Society; as well as the current Music Director booklet on the history of Ipswich Choral Society.

Stephen Rumsey and other former conductors of Ipswich Choral Society is a friendly mixed choir of the choir. For the volunteers, this provides a great over 70 members and is the second oldest Choral opportunity to learn about researching records, Society in England. In 1824 Ipswich Choral Society understanding historical documents and collecting would have been performing the latest music to its archive material. concert-goers, the first provincial performance of Haydn’s Creation in its first concert. It continues in that tradition with new and emerging composers and performing contemporary music as well as the classics. It has recently commissioned work by several composers, including ‘Seasons’ by Stevie Wishart (2013-14) paid for by a legacy, and works

by James McWilliam and Aaron Parker through the national ‘Adopt A Composer’ scheme.

Commenting on the award, Graham Popple, Ipswich Choral Society Librarian and Project Leader said, “We are thrilled to have received the support of the Heritage Lottery Fund for this exciting project into the history of Ipswich Choral Society. The choir have had some really famous people and orchestras

Rail and ale for villagers and visitors Like so many villages nowadays Wetheringsett in Suffolk no longer has it’s own pub. But unlike other villages it does have it’s own railway, as the next door neighbour is The Mid Suffolk Light Railway, Suffolk’s only preserved standard gauge railway - and the MSLR does have it’s own bar coach.

Even better is that the MSLR is only too pleased to share their railway bar with villagers on the Friday and/or Saturday evenings before their own Sunday open days for steam train running.

So with careful co-ordination and willing volunteers from both the MSLR and members of the local population, Wetheringsett can at least have a part time real ale bar and the railway improves it’s credentials as good neighbours and gains some extra use for their bar coach.

Reopened in May this year the bar doesn’t yet have a

name, but MSLR members are making a selection from a short list and it will be announced in time for the Railway’s Rail ’n’ Ale

celebration on the 23rd and 24th August.

Other bar opening days are 27th July/ 3rd/10th/17th/21st and 25th August and the major Steam Gala event on the weekend of 13th and 14th September.

The Railway’s bar coach was recently completely refurbished in their own works and by their own volunteer staff and is an 1896 Victorian Great Eastern Railway vehicle, which arrived in a pitiful state a few years ago. The previous bar coach has now been taken back into the MSLR works with the intention of a full overhaul before being returned to active traffic use.

Throughout the summer the railway operates steam train running days when the bar is usually open as well. Other attractions are the Museum of ‘The Middy’ (as the line was affectionately known), a trackside walk and picnic area, a café and souvenir shop, altogether an excellent venue for an enjoyable family day out.

Mid Suffolk Light Railway and Museum, is at Brockford Station, Wetheringsett.

For more information telephone 01449 766899 or visit www.mslr.org.uk

performing with us in the past, and we hope to discover how and why they came to perform with Ipswich Choral Society. Over a third of the members of the choir have volunteered to help us and we can’t wait to find out more about the history of the Society. We are confident the project will inspire us and future generations of choir members to be proud of continuing the tradition of choral singing within Ipswich for years to come.”

Robyn Llewellyn, Head of the Heritage Lottery Fund East of England, said, “Sharing Heritage is a wonderful opportunity for communities to delve into their local heritage and we are delighted to be able to offer this grant so that Ipswich Choral Society can embark on a real journey of discovery. Heritage means such different things to different people, and HLF’s funding offers a wealth of opportunities for groups to explore and celebrate what’s important to them in their area.”

Garretts in the Great War From recruitment to rations, music to morse code, planes to poetry, or trenches to textiles, the Long Shop Museum has a jam-packed event programme throughout the Summer and Autumn, with something for all ages and interests to mark the centenary of WW1.

The museum is notable for housing the former Garrett Engineering Works where over 2000 people, including many women, were involved in wartime production. This plays a substantial role in Leiston’s significant overall contribution to the War effort and in 2014 we hope to bringing the past to life with a number of events that make local links through themes including the home front, impact on women, Garretts Works and more. This summer’s activities are part of a wider programme of events organised by the Leiston in the Great War Group with the support of the Heritage Lottery Fund.

An exhibition entitled ‘Leiston in the Great War’ depicts the hum-drum, the hardship and the humanity of life during wartime and opened at the Long Shop Museum on 19th July. It provides a poignant document of the lives of local people during the war and uses photos, text and original objects to highlight some of the many ways that Leiston and her residents were involved. It contrasts the experiences of servicemen, those (including the many women) who worked on wartime production at this very site, as well as people at home, carrying on with domestic life as best they could.

The exhibition continues until 1st November.

There will also be a fantastic series of family activities allowing young people to creatively engage with and learn about the Great War with a different theme each week throughout the holidays. These include life in the trenches, wartime food and flying machines. Every session will offer an opportunity to join in by making and doing, from sending your own secret messages to making your own ID card, and much more.

Last but not least, Thursday evenings from late July until mid-October will see a series of talks to provide thought-provoking insights into a wide range of topics with local relevance from Zeppelins over Suffolk to women at war, to the Suffolk Regiment, to name but a few. There will be cultural interludes through music and poetry as well as an exploration of conscientious objection.

Full programme details can be found at www.longshopmuseum.co.uk. All these activities are included with standard museum admission and free to Leiston Resident and Gift Aid Visitor Pass Holders

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Brand new beer festival taking place this month Foxhall Community Centre is to host it’s first-ever Beer Festival this month – from 11am on Saturday 23rd August and Sunday 24th August*.

There will be seven guest ales and four boxed ciders# on offer including the very popular ‘Old Rosie at 7.3%’ There will also be a bar-be-cue and stone cooked pizzas on the Saturday with live music from a selection of local bands and a bouncy castle for children. On the Sunday will be a car boot sale from 11am and the bouncy castle again for the children.

Tickets can be purchased in advance for £15 which entitles you to 10 half pints of either real ale or cider with a free half pint or a special Foxhall Community Centre glass to commemorate their first-ever beer festival, plus a free drink for a child. For details of the bands attending, the timings and full details of this special event check out Foxhall Community Centre on Facebook or log onto www.foxhallcommunitycentre.co.uk *Membership discounts for Foxhall Community Centre will not apply to this event. #While stocks last.

Jokers Comedy Club returns again to Foxhall on Sunday 10th August with four of the very best stand-up artists on the circuit, the headline act is nonother than Alistair Barrie ahead of his appearance at the Pheonix Fringe alongside Ed Byrne, Frankie Boyle and Al Murray – see him in Ipswich first. Alistair will be joined by the compere for the night Matt Green, Ean Luckhurst and Kevin Precious. Bookings in advance are advisable via www.jokerscomedyclub.co.uk from £8 or available to buy on the night at £12 on the door.

For details of all the events coming up at Foxhall Community Centre check out their website www.foxhallcommunitycentre.co.uk

Hares bounce back on flood-hit island After the devastation caused by December’s surge tide there’s some exciting news from Suffolk’s only island. The famous hares on RSPB Havergate Island nature reserve, off Orford, have bred successfully, with at least two leverets seen on a recent trip to the island.

RSPB Warden Lyndsey Record, said, “Havergate’s hares were well known for their unusual tolerance to people, but sadly the population was hit hard by the surge tide with as few as ten hares surviving. We’ve left them in peace this spring, this has allowed them to successfully rear the next generation, giving us hope that the population will bounce back.”

Havergate wardens had also feared the worst for some of the island’s special insects as it was feared that the eggs, larvae and adults of many grassland species would not survive the deep prolonged saltwater flooding.

Lyndsey continued, “To our surprise it looks like a good year for the ground lackey moth, whose

Access to Havergate is limited for most of the year, to the first Saturday of the month, but this summer the RSPB is inviting visitors to enjoy this unique location on several special event weekends.

Visitors can ‘See the Spoonbills’ on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August, with boats departing Orford Quay at 9am, 10am, 12pm and 1pm

Pic: Matthew Guilliatt

Pic: Ian Barthorpe

caterpillars have been numerous this summer, although as a saltmarsh species they are more able to cope with being submerged than many other insects. There’s been a surprisingly good number of grassland butterflies this year too.”

It’s also been a good year for some of the island’s breeding birds too, with common and black-headed gulls, common terns and avocets all more numerous than in recent years.

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both days. Tickets cost £19 per person or £12 for RSPB members and must be booked in advance by calling RSPB Minsmere on 01728 648281.

Timings, pricings and booking arrangements are the same for a trip to the ‘Island of Avocets’ on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th September.

The annual ‘Havergate Adventure,’ run by the Woodbridge RSPB local group, takes place on Saturday 16th to Sunday 18th August.

Boats depart hourly from 9.30am to 1.30pm and include a two-hour guided walk. Refreshments will be available on the island on this event only. Tickets cost £11 or £3 for under 16s. Booking is via Minsmere on 01728 648281.

Flying Display On Sunday 17th August, between 10am and 4pm there will be a Birds of Prey Exhibition and Flying Displays at Langer Park in Felixstowe. Get up close with majestic birds of prey from the Warren Hill Raptor Project.

Enjoy amazing flying displays in Langer Park periodically during the day. Admission free. 01394 276770.

Now the World Cup is over, why not plan a party on Sailing Barge Victor?

Lunchtime Concert

Florian Music present Celeste Goschen and Judy Smith at the Museum Street Methodist Church on Thursday 14th August from 1pm until 1.50pm Florian Music, a Suffolk-based flute and accordion duo, have been playing together since 2008. This concert is the first time they have combined visual imagery with their music to create an evocative soundscape of moods and styles. Expect a colourful journey, transporting you from the atmosphere of a French café to a South American dance hall and beyond. The music will be enhanced by original film footage, specifically edited for each set of pieces.

Tea and biscuits are available. The kettle will be on the hob at 12.30pm.

Although admission is free, a retiring collection of £2.00 will be appreciated.

This is to defray expenses incurred in hosting the series.

Under sail the barge will wow More details can be obtained from secretary@ipswich-arts.org.uk up to 40 of your friends, family, www.ipswich-arts.org.uk or Tel. 01473 836973 social club or work colleagues with a safe, stable and relaxing experience in the outstanding natural beauty of The Rivers Orwell and Stour.

The Blue Cross Fun Day and Dog Show will take place at Trimley Sports On Board you will find a licensed bar and Social Club, Trimley St. Martin on Sunday 3rd August from 11am with a range of fine beers, cider and until 3pm. There will be various classes for all the family including most soft drinks available. handsome dog and best rescue dog. There will also be lots of doggy Why not discuss your catering activities, a dog scurry, refreshments, merchandise, animal welfare options with the Victor’s food stands, bouncy castle and a kid’s corner. Class times are from 12pm partners James Alexander at The until 3pm (registration from 11am). Donations on entry (£1.00 per class) www.bluecross.org.uk

Dog Show and Fun Day

Main Ingredient, Suffolk Food Hall or, if you prefer you can self cater you own event at sea – well, river!

For more information just call Ipswich Tourist Information on 01473 258070 to discuss your requirements and design your own memorable itinerary – cruise, just relax or take the helm, pull some ropes, anchor for lunch, enjoy the peace, watch the birds ... the choice is yours.

Craft Society Summer Exhibition The skilful, varied and attractive work of new and established craftworkers, some 60 in all, will feature in the 43rd Suffolk Craft Society Annual Summer Show. On a theme of “New Beginnings” the show promises to impress and delight.

A firm favourite and fixture of the Aldeburgh summer scene, the Show at the Peter Pears Gallery in the High Street attracts thousands of visitors and showcases the exceptionally high quality work of the Society’s members who are drawn from all over Suffolk and just beyond.

The exhibits – almost all for sale – result from a rigorous selection process by a members’ panel and there are many additional items to buy in the exhibition shop.

Suffolk Craft Society Patron, Snape resident and owner of the London-based luxury leather goods company, Trevor Pickett, says, “The Society’s Annual Show is a highlight of the summer. It’s a chance to feast your eyes on the finest Suffolk craftwork and to take away something beautiful to enhance your home, or to give you, or those you love, personal pleasure” Prices in the show range from just a few pounds for handmade bags, brooches, cards and unframed prints, to larger sums for furniture, framed prints and precious jewellery. There are also beautiful ceramics, glass, metal and woodwork, textiles and musical instruments.

New Beginnings runs until Monday 25th August at Peter Pears Gallery, High Street, Aldeburgh. The exhibition is open daily from 10am until 5pm.

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Papworth Trust named Charity of the Year Papworth Trust has been selected as the best in the business after being nominated as charity of the year by the Ipswich and Suffolk Small Business Association (ISSBA).

ISSBA members will now support Papworth Trust events and organise their own fundraising opportunities to help raise awareness of the Trust which works with 20,000 older and disabled people every year.

The Trust will also have an information stand at the Anglia Business Exhibition, which is organised by ISSBA and supported by The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce. This flagship event, one of the largest business to business exhibitions in Suffolk, is

held at Trinity Park in May 2015 with raffle prizes donated by association members.

Papworth Trust Corporate Partnership Fundraiser Jo Revitt said the Trust was selected by the association’s committee as Charity of the Year and over the next 12 months she will be attending networking events to talk to members about the work of the Trust across the east of England and beyond.

She said, “We are delighted to have been selected as the ISSBA Charity of the Year and look forward to having the opportunity to tell members about the work of Papworth Trust across Suffolk.”

Sonia Shelcott from ISSBA, added, “ISSBA is all

about supporting local businesses, therefore we always give careful consideration to a charity that is not only local but working at the heart of the community. We are delighted to be supporting the Papworth Trust and working with them over the coming year.”

• For more information on corporate fundraising opportunities contact Jo Revitt on 01480 357206 or via e-mail at: jo.revitt@papworthtrust.org.uk • For more information about Papworth Trust’s essential services for disabled and older people, please go to www.papworthtrust.org.uk

Model Railway Days at The Mid Suffolk Light Railway Three great days for railway modellers are scheduled this summer at The Mid Suffolk Light Railway, Suffolk’s only standard gauge preserved railway.

On Sunday 10th August there will be a Hornby Collectors Day. Then on Sunday 17th August the Museum will play host to the Summer Model Railway Show where 15 layouts will be on display, plus many trade stands will be in attendance.

The Grand Multi Loco Steam Gala and Model Railway Show takes

place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September at Mid-Suffolk Light Railway, Brockford Station near Stowmarket.

Steam trains will also run throughout the model railway days and the full ‘Middy’ experience will be available with all parts of the Brockford Station site open including the museum itself, souvenir shop and cafe and, if the weather is kind, our trackside walk to the picnic area.

With its unique atmosphere, the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway was the

2012 winner of the Heritage Railway Association’s Interpretation Award.

Ironically, busier than it ever was when the line was open, the MSLR offers a fascinating picture of what life was like on and around a rural

The Museum, souvenir shop, cafe and trackside walk, plus real ale bar on selected days, will be available to visitors. Take a look at www.mslr. org.uk for programme details and prices.

Hot foot it to Ickworth railway during the early part of the last century.

Hospice needs shedloads for its shops

If you’re clearing out your shed this summer, please donate the items that you no longer need to the St Elizabeth Hospice Retail Centre.

The Hospice has launched its Shedloads for Shops appeal for donations of garden furniture, garden equipment, bikes and tools – for resale or recycling.

Terry York, Manager of the St Elizabeth Hospice Retail Centre in Holywells Road, Ipswich, said, “Now the summer is here, if you’re updating your garden furniture or bikes, please donate your old ones to the Hospice’s Retail Centre.

“All the money raised from our shops goes towards providing local Hospice care for local people in East Suffolk and South Norfolk.”

For more details visit www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk/shops St Elizabeth Hospice improves life for people living with a progressive illness. It costs £9.1million a year to run and around a fifth of that comes from the income generate from its shops.

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Do you fancy taking part in the worlds shortest sponsored walk… On fire?

If so, Suffolk Family Carers has just the thing for you.

This year Suffolk Family Carers is working in partnership with BBC Radio Suffolk and the EADT to raise £250,000 to buy, equip and run a mobile family carers centre which will tour Suffolk, finding hidden Family Carers and will bring the charities services to the doorstep of

those who need it most.

Suffolk Family Carers are hosting a Firewalk on 18th September at Ickworth House in Bury St Edmunds and would love for you to get involved and risk your feet for charity!

For more information and to sign up, email Neil Bowles at suffolkfirewalk@sky.com It’s just £25 (and a pledge to raise £125) to enter so sign up now!

Ahoy Me Hearties The British Heart Foundation is holding a fundraising one mile walk along Felixstowe Promenade on Sunday 3rd August at 11.30am.

‘Pirates On The Prom’ will start from The Pier and aims to raise awareness and vital funds for the Mending Broken Hearts Appeal.

Bex Sheppard and Claire Flint who are organising the event for the second year running wanted to help the British Heart Foundation as the work and research they have done contributed towards saving Bex father’s life.

“In 1998, my dad Andy, at the age of 47, suffered a serious heart attack from which he was brought back twice by the medics at Ipswich hospital. Then in 2012 he suffered an Angina attack after which he underwent a coronary angioplasty operation at Papworth hospital. They fitted dad with a stent in his artery to help relieve the angina symptoms. We are so lucky he is still with us.”

Bex continued, “This is why the British Heart Foundation is very important to me and my family. It’s through their important research that lives are being saved and they help make a real difference to those living with heart disease.”

On the event itself, Bex went on to say, “We were very proud of the support last year and raised over £1200, a total which we are hoping to beat this year. Last year’s event captured the imagination of various local institutions, including the RNLI lifeboat crew, and was covered in depth by local radio

and the local press which was a great help.

We’ll have a lot of fun on the day while raising awareness and money for a truly worthy cause. We hope to see you all there!”

The event is open to all ages, it is £5 each person to register (children Under 14 free) and you will all receive a free pirate hat on the day. There will also be prizes for the best dressed pirates.

To register you can do one of the following, either Send the names of your Pirates attending, address and cheque made payable to ‘British Heart Foundation’ or cash to – BHF Pirates, 44 Langer Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 2BW or email bex.sheppard44@gmail.com to reserve your places and hats.

• Also, for up to date news or any further info visit www.facebook.com/piratewalk2014 or call Bex on 07427 404 030

Summer of fun at Landguard For lots of fun and some great family friendly activities Felixstowe is the place to head for this Summer.

On Sunday 3rd August a free family discovery day, The Secret Seashore, with the Landguard Partnership and Touching the Tide will be held in the Felixstowe Museum grounds from 12pm until 4pm. There will be lots to do including a quiz trail, giant board game and puzzle, crafts (make a lighthouse), touch table and pool, refreshments. Why not come dressed up as your favourite sea creature (prizes to be won). This event will be located within the grounds of Felixstowe Museum. Admission is free.

There will be a display of Pre-War Cars at Felixstowe Museum on Sunday 10th August from 10am until 4pm. Come and admire the displays of prewar vintage and classic cars. This event, based in the Museum grounds, is run by the Suffolk Vehicle Enthusiasts Club. Admission is free, but normal admission charges for the Museum apply.

For details of these events and many more great this happening at Landguard, Felixstowe this Summer visit www.discoverlandguard.org.uk

Then on Wednesday 6th August Landgaurd Fort will be come the backdrop for some great outdoor theatre when The Pantaloons put on their production of the Tempest.

Spend a summer’s evening watching a fantastic theatre production of ‘The Tempest’ by William Shakespeare, Join The Pantaloons Theatre Company on a voyage to an enchanted island full of adventure, romance, magic and monsters! The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons put their own unique - and hilarious - twist on Shakepeare’s tale of shipwrecks, sorcerers and silly servants. Expect music and mayhem, poetry and puppetry in one of the Bard’s best-loved plays - in the open-air where it belongs.

Refreshments available or bring a picnic, then sit back and enjoy. Adults £10.00, children £8.00, family (two adults and two children) £32.00. Book tickets online at www.thepantaloons.co.uk or you can book tickets in person or by phone from the Felixstowe Tourist Information Centre on 01394 276770.

On 13th and 27th August you can travel back in time to 1914 and meet the people of your past at Felixstowe museum. Back in Time: World War I is an event for all the family to enjoy. Sign up, go on a drill and try your hand at bayonet practice with the British Tommy soldier. Can you spot the enemies from the recreated trench? Test your first aid skills with the World War I nurse. Meet the local suffragette and make your own ‘vote’ rosette.

Plus... quiz trail, plant a poppy, Felixstowe Family History Society will be on hand to help you trace your ancestors. Entrance by pre-booked ticket.

Children £4.00, adults £3.00. Please book online at www.eventbrite.com/o/ landguard-partnershipfelixstowe-museum-6620876971?s=25261387 15

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Email: info@ipswich24.co.uk Post: PO Box 774, Ipswich, IP1 9FW Every Sunday

Lions Club of Ipswich Car Boot Sale, Portman Road Car Park, Ipswich (Weather permitting), Gates open 8am, Pitch fees - car £5.00, Car & Trailer £10.00, small van (Escort size) £5.00, large van (transit size) £10.00 all payable on entry, Refreshments and toilets on site, Other details visit www.ipswich-lions.anglianet.co.uk Ballroom and Latin class, 22 Bond Street, Ipswich, 7pm – 8pm, 07736 306519 Giant Sunday Market, Mannings Amusements, Felixstowe, from 9am

Every Monday

A V A Go Art Group, St Edmunds Hall, Langer Road, Felixstowe 1.30pm till 4.30pm beginners welcome, For details ring 01394 275690 Ballroom and Latin Class, Goals Centre, Suffolk New College, Grimwade Street IP4 1LT, 6.30pm - 7.30pm Badminton, Handford Hall School, Gatacre Rd, Ipswich, 7.15pm - 9.30pm, experienced players and beginners always very welcome, for a free taster session or more information contact Adrian 01473 464920 Ballroom and Latin class, Goals Centre, Grimwade Street, 6.30pm - 7.30pm, 07736 306519 Yoga, Holbrook Village Hall 9.30am - 11am, Suitable for beginners and intermediates, Contact Cathie 07734469038/ 01394 388379 for details Yoga, Henley Community Village Hall, Ashbocking Road, 7.45pm – 9.15pm, 01473 690762 Badminton, Claydon High School Sports Hall, 7pm to 9pm, Social badminton, all welcome, Further information contact Don 01473 747596 Suffolk Promenaders Square Dance Club, Rushmere Village Hall, Humber Doucy Lane, Ipswich, 7.30pm – 10pm, Only £2.50, tea and coffee provided, contact 01473 422663 or 01473 415785 for further details Badminton, Sidegate Lane Community Centre, 7.30pm - 10pm, Social Badminton further information contact Alan 01473 437707

Every Tuesday

Art Group, Castle Hill Community Centre, Highfield Road, Ipswich, 1.30pm – 3.30pm, all welcome, for details phone 07443 630072 Carpet bowls, Nacton Village Hall, 7.30pm and have a go, First 3 visits free, then £2 per evening if you like us and want to stay. A sociable and fun evening, Just turn up!

Carpet Bowls, Sidegate Lane Community Centre, Ipswich, 7pm - 10pm, £2.50 per session, new members very welcome, Contact Tony Crane 01473 410740 for details

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Art Group, meeting at J Parker Studios, Ivy Cottage, Wenham Road, Great Wenham Beginners welcome tuition available, for details 01473 313100 www.jparkerstudios.co.uk Co-op Ladies Choir meet at The Co-op Education Centre from 2.15pm to 3.30pm, performing a variety of music including chart hits, musicals and classical. If you would like to join us please contact Lynn Scannell 01473 710820 Senior Singers, Co-op Education Centre, Fore Street, Ipswich, 10.30am – 12pm, Male & Female singers, 55 plus, join in this ling established & friendly group of singers, No auditions, Call Maggie on 01473 713597, Dance & Music Improvisation, Northgate Arts centre in Ipswich, 7pm - 8pm (studio available from 6.45pm - 8.15pm for warm-up and warmdown) £5 / £3.50 (freelance dance artists and concessions) Telephone 07830 755070 Martlesham Heath Country Market, The Pavilion, The Square, Martlesham Heath, 9am, home-made, home-grown, and home-crafted items for sale. For further information Tel 01473 623849 or www.martleshammarket.co.uk Ipswich Folk Dance Club, St Johns U.R.C, Cowper St, 8pm - 10pm. Experience not necessary, as all dances are walked through first, and then called, for full details call 01473 212085.

Tea Dance, Ballroom & Sequence Dancing, Sidegate Lane Community Centre, 2pm - 4pm, £2. Includes tea and biscuits, for further information call 01473 257593.

Knit ‘n’ Natter Group, Bags of Handles, Walton, Felixstowe, 6pm – 9pm, Knit, Natter and browse through hundreds of knitting magazines available to the group.

Every Wednesday

Ipswich Croquet Club, Fynn Valley Golf Club, Ipswich, 2pm, experienced players and beginners always very welcome, for a free taster session or more information contact Fran Rousham 01394 671642 Tea Dance, Ipswich School of Dancing, 22 Bond Street, Ipswich, 2pm – 4pm, 0773606519 Voices Together, award winning female singing group, Whitehouse Baptist Church, Waterford Road, Ipswich, 7.30pm - 9pm. Friendly rehearsals. No auditions, Easy listening music, Interested? Call Kath 01473 652351 Beginners Ballroom and Latin class, 22 Bond Street, Ipswich, 6.30pm - 7.30pm, 07736306519

Every Thursday

Wot’s up 18+ Community Club at Castle Hill Community Centre, 5pm - 9.30pm, Free taster

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session, more info call Mags 07926428432. The Club is manly Learning/Physical Difficulties but they would like to reach out to Mental Health, The Elderly, Head injuries Carpet bowls, Nacton Village Hall, 7.30pm and have a go, First 3 visits free, then £2 per evening if you like us and want to stay. A sociable and fun evening, Just turn up!

Badminton, Handford Hall School, Gatacre Rd, Ipswich, 7.15pm - 9.30pm, experienced players and beginners always very welcome, for a free taster session or more information contact Adrian 01473 464920 Carpet Bowls, Sidegate Lane Community Centre, Ipswich, 2pm – 4.15pm, £2.80 includes tea & Biscuits, for further information telephone 01473 725274, Woodbridge Country Market, Woodbridge Community Hall, next to Deben Pool, 10am - 11.15am, Local Home Produced Food, Plants, Vegetables and Hand made crafts for sale, Comfortable tea room to meet your friends, Open to all Free Entry.

Ipswich Country Market, Rushmere Village Hall, Humber Doucy Lane, 10.15am to 11.30am, Local Food, Handmade Crafts Open to all, Free Entry, Coffee and Chat: informal coffee morning with activities, 10am – 12pm All Saints Church Hall Blenheim Road, Ipswich

Every Friday

Country Market, Trades and Labour Club, High Road West, Felixstowe, 10am – 11am, Preserves, eggs, garden produce and crafts, 01394 272003, www.country-markets.co.uk Ballroom Class, United Reformed Church, Ipswich St, Stowmarket, 7.30 - 9.30pm, further info 01394 282285 Carpet Bowls, Sidegate Lane Community Centre Ipswich, 2pm - 5pm, £2.50, per session, New Members very welcome, for more details contact Tony Crane on 01473 410740

Every Saturday

Cycle Speedway, Great Blakenham Cycle Speedway Kids Club, 10.00am – Midday, A variety of activities connected with Cycle Speedway, Mill Lane, Great Blakenham (Next to Village Hall) contact Terry on 07860 262112 Wot’s up 18+ Community Club at Castle Hill Community Centre, 10am - 5pm, Free taster session, more info call Mags 07926428432, The Club is manly Learning/Physical Difficulties but they would like to reach out to Mental Health, The Elderly, Head injuries Pond Dipping, Suffolk Waterpark, Ipswich, 10am and 1pm, £3 per child (minimum age 5 years)

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Email: info@ipswich24.co.uk Post: PO Box 774, Ipswich, IP1 9FW for a 2hr session. Dip, look and learn about our amazing wildlife, www.bugidwildlifeevents.co.uk Children’s Cheerleading Classes, Inspire Suffolk, Lindbergh Road, Ipswich, 9am, £2 per child, Contact 07825 498730

Sat 2nd Aug

Pagan Heritage Day, Oddfellows, High Street, Ipswich, 10am – 4pm, 01473 402811, www. ipswichpagancouncil.webs.com Organ Recital by Peter Yardley-Jones, Christ Church, Tacket Street, Ipswich, Admission Free (retiring collection)

Sun 3rd Aug

Premas Exotic and Organic Garden Open Day, 664 Foxhall Road, Ipswich, 2pm -5pm, Entry by donation Suffolk Owl Sanctuary Conservation Day, Stonham Barns, Near Stowmarket, www.owl-help.org.uk, 0845 6807897 Suffolk Coast Bike Ride, Glemham Hall, starts between 7am – 10am, www.bike-events.co.uk Classic and Sports Car Festival, Helmigham Hall, Near Ipswich ‘The Secret Seashore’ Landguard Free Family Fun Day, Felixstowe Museum grounds, Landguard Peninsula, 12pm - 4pm, Free Event, 01394 675283, www.discoverlandguard.org.uk / www.touchingthetide.org.uk

Mon 4th Aug – Fri 8th Aug

DUB Vacation The VW Lovers Holiday, Mid Suffolk Showground, Stonham Barns

Tue 5th Aug

Lunchtime Series; Voigt String Quartet, St Mary-Le-Tower, Ipswich, 01473 289001 Quiz Night, The Steamboat Tavern, Ipswich, 8pm

Sat 9th Aug – Sun 10th Aug

Woodturning and Fun Weekend, Dallinghoo Village Hall, Near Woodbridge, 10am – 4pm, Free admission and free car parking

Sat 9th Aug

Faces in the Mansion – looking at portraits, Christchurch Mansion, Christchurch Park, Ipswich, 2pm, £2pp, 01473 433554 Hasketon Fete and Art Exhibition of local talent in the church, Hasketon, 12pm – 3pm

Sun 10th Aug

Open Garden, Larks Hill, The Larks Hill Estate, Tuddenham St Martin, IP6 9BY, 1pm - 5pm, £5 adults, children free, refreshments available

Tue 12th Aug

Lunchtime Series; Jonathon Rutherford Piano, St Mary-Le-Tower, Ipswich, 01473 289001

Wed 13th Aug

‘Back in Time’, Felixstowe Museum, Landguard

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Peninsula, Felixstowe, Travel back in time to 1914 and meet the people of the past an event for the whole family, 12pm – 4pm, Children £4, Adults £3, www.discoverlandguard.org.uk

Sun 24th Aug

Fri 15th Aug – Sun 17th Aug

Craft & Gift Fair, Fynn Valley Golf Club, 10am – 3pm, £1 entry in aid of EACH, Free goody bag for the first 200 adults through the door, free entry after 2pm, ample parking, meals & drinks available, 01473 785267, Ride A Fire Engine Day, Ipswich Transport Museum, Old Trolleybus Depot Cobham Road Ipswich, 11pm - 4pm, Get fired up with free rides on the museum’s magnificent fire engines and see other visiting machines. Hear bells ring and sirens scream! Adults £7.00 Children £4.50 Concessions £6.00 Family ticket £20.00 (2 Adults & up to 3 Children) Under 5s free 01473715666.

Maritime Market, The Waterfront, Ipswich, crafts, nautical, food, toys, gifts, fashion – www. ipswichevents.co.uk/Markets/IpswichMarkets/

Fri 15th Aug

Tango Night with Amir Giles and Live music from London Tango Orchestra, Jerwood Dancehouse, Ipswich, 6pm, 01473 295230

Fri 15th Aug

Ipswich LETS – Local Exchange Trading Scheme, Exchange goods and favours without money, Trade skills and favours with local people! Meet at 7.30pm, Friends Meeting House, contact 07745 914928 or email IpswichLETS@getcross.co.uk for info.

Sat 16th Aug – Sun 17th Aug

Shoreline Festival, Aldeburgh – see page 10 Maritime Ipswich Craft and Gift Fair, St Peter’s by the Waterfront, Ipswich, 10am - 4pm

Sat 16 Aug

Tea Dance with Live music from Simply Swing, Jerwood Dancehouse, Ipswich, 2pm – 4pm, 01473 295230 Swing Night with Cal’donias Swing Dance Society, Jerwood Dancehouse, Ipswich, 6pm, 01473 295230

NASC Street Cars, Trinity Park, Ipswich,

Mon 25th Aug

Tue 26th Aug

Lunchtime Series; Christopher Baczkowski Organ, St Mary-Le-Tower, Ipswich, 01473 289001

Wed 27th Aug

‘Back in Time’, Felixstowe Museum, Landguard Peninsula, Felixstowe, Travel back in time to 1914 and meet the people of the past an event for the whole family, 12pm – 4pm, Children £4, Adults £3, www.discoverlandguard.org.uk

Sat 30th Aug - Sun 31st Aug

Skyride, Ipswich Boys Toys and Gadget Show, Trinity Park, Ipswich

Sun 17th Aug

Sat 30th Aug

Tue 19th Aug

Sun 31st Aug

Baby loves to boogie’ children’s Disco, Jerwood Dancehouse, Ipswich, 10am - 12pm, 01473 295230

Lunchtime Series; Nick Cooper Cello, John Cooper Piano, St Mary-Le-Tower, Ipswich, 01473 289001 Quiz Night, The Steamboat Tavern, Ipswich, 8pm

Wed 20th Aug

Art Appreciation talks by John Sheeran; Masterpieces of French Impressionism, Ipswich Film Theatre, Ipswich, 10.30am – 12pm, £11 per talk, 01473 433100 Promotions Day, Great Blakenham Village Hall and Recreation Ground, Mill Lane Great Blakenham, 11am to 3pm, Come along and see and try out activities that go on from Monday to Thursday each week, All ages invited, Cycle Speedway for Children and Adults, Carpet Bowls, Badminton and Mother and Tots. (All Equipment Supplied), Also Keep Fit Kick Boxing and Football who may be Present, Teas and Coffee available, Bar Open (Club Prices), For more details or information call Derek Lockwood 01473 830312.

Traditional Music Day, Museum of East Anglian Life, Stowmarket, 01449 771090, www.eatmt.org.uk

Walk with a Fork, Helmingham Hall, Near Ipswich, Charity walk with complimentary local food and drink, 11am – 4pm, 01473 705034

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“Wherever we are in 25 years, we’ll come back and create the B side” This Autumn from Thursday 4th to Saturday 27th September, the New Wolsey Theatre presents the World Premiere of their brand new musical Midsummer Songs by Peter Rowe and Ben Goddard.

From the theatre that brought you Our House, 20th Century Boy, Mods and Rox and It’s A Wonderful Life, and written especially for a company of multi-skilled actor-musicians in the New Wolsey house style, this brand new musical is a celebration of friendship, survival and the power of song.

Twenty-five years ago a group of friends celebrated the end of their university careers with a wild week in a barn half-way up a mountain in West Wales. A week of madness, mayhem and music, recorded on a C90 cassette and buried in a biscuit tin at the top of a hill with a pledge – “Wherever we are in twentyfive years’ time we’ll come back here on Midsummer’s Eve and create the B side”.

And now we see those old friends return, a little rounder, a bit more rueful but with their passion for life, love and music still smouldering inside.

As the biscuit tin gives up its secrets, old passions catch fire, past resentments return and the songs begin to fly. Will this reunion change their lives? Will the album ever be finished? And what on earth can they play that cassette on?

With music described to be like the ballads of Joni Mitchell and the feel good summer fun of Mumford & Sons, keep your eye out for announcements of the West End quality cast about to grace the New Wolsey stage!

Tickets are on sale now and can be booked through the Tickets Sales Team by calling 01473 295900 or by booking online at www.wolseytheatre.co.uk.

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Series of plays remember WW1 The New Wolsey Theatre takes part in a global commemoration to remember the lives of those who lived, fought and died in the First World War. Alongside these productions will be events that support the shows, focusing on how the war affected Ipswich and its community.

From Monday 29th September until Wed 1st October, Scamp Theatre presents Private Peaceful, adapted for the stage from the popular Michael Morpurgo story.

The production relives the life of Private Tommo Peaceful, a young First World War soldier awaiting the firing squad at dawn. To accompany this on Monday 29th September, Dr John Greenacre - First World War Centenary Project Coordinator from University Campus Suffolk - will present his talk on Private Benjamin Hart, a Territorial Soldier from Ipswich who faced trial during the war, and will be exploring the wider aspects of British military justice.

Then from Tuesday 4th until Saturday 8th November, imitating

the dog will present A Farewell To Arms by Ernest Hemingway, one of the greatest love stories of the twentieth century. To accompany this, Dr John Greenacre will return on Wednesday 5th November with his talk on Australian Private Charles Ingleton and how he came to Ipswich, with a look at the medical services during the First World War. On Saturday 8th November, Ipswich Tourist Guides Association will be running a guided walk around Ipswich – a tribute the men and women who battled for victory.

These events will be listed along with many others across the country on the IWM (Imperial War Museums) First World War Centenary Partnership website at www.1914.org

Riverdance - The 20th Anniversary Tour Live Nation is proud to announce that the Riverdance 20th Anniversary Tour will visit 16 venues across the UK from September 2014.

you to our UK audiences and a celebration of what has been an incredible journey across two decades.”

Special limited ‘early bird’ tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at www.livenation.co.uk. With an incredible two decades of global success since the show first burst into the public’s heart at the Eurovision Song Contest in Dublin in 1994, this is an unmissable chance for UK audiences to reconnect with what the Irish Times rightly described as “The Original...

The Best”. The Washington Post exclaimed, “Its continued popularity proves that it was, and remains, a phenomenon of historic proportions!”

Composed by Bill Whelan, Produced

by Moya Doherty and Directed by John McColgan, Riverdance has performed across the UK where it has been experienced by over 2.9 million people in well over 1000 performances in 18 cities and the show has lost none of its magic. The worldwide TV audience for Riverdance is in excess of 2 billion people.

Riverdance has received rave reviews across the world but perhaps the simplicity of The Guardian’s verdict sums it up: “Dance does not often get so

“The success of Riverdance across the whole world has gone beyond our wildest dreams,” said producer Moya Doherty. “The fact that the show continues to draw and excite audiences is a tribute to every dancer, singer, musician, staff and crew member who have dedicated themselves to the show. This 20th Anniversary Tour is a thank

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good.”

Riverdance is a celebration of Irish dance and culture, presented with sophistication and vibrancy.” The Hollywood Reporter acclaimed, “the sort of spectacle and experience that comes along once in a lifetime.”

This series of dates in 2014 represent a chance for UK Riverdance fans old and new to celebrate an incredible milestone for an incredible show.

Twenty years after it took its first steps, a truly phenomenal piece of theatrical entertainment is back by popular demand. Don’t miss this anniversary tour!

Riverdance will be at the Ipswich Regent Theatre from Tuesday 9th until Sunday 14th Septbember.

To book tickets contact the Box Office on 01473 433100 or visit www.ipswichregent.com.

For more information about Riverdance and details of the other tour dates visit www.riverdance.com — COMPETITION — Ipswich24 has got two pairs of front row tickets to see Riverdance at the Ipswich Regent to give away to two lucky readers. To be in with a chance of winning this amazing prize just send your answer to the following question, along with your name address and a contact telephone number to: Riverdance Competition, Ipswich24, PO Box 774, Ipswich, IP1 9FW or you can enter online at www.ipswich24.co.uk.

The closing date for entries is Friday 29th August 2014.

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DanceEast celebrate nautical heritage of town Celebrating the nautical heritage of Ipswich, DanceEast once again takes part in the Ipswich Maritime Festival, opening up the doors of the Jerwood DanceHouse with a variety of activities over the weekend.

There will be a selection of taster dance classes, including yoga and Pilates, as well as free arts and crafts sessions for children.

Learn the Argentine Tango at Tango Night with acclaimed choreographer Amir Giles before displaying your newly acquired skills in the Milonga featuring live music from the London Tango Orchestra.

DanceEast is delighted to introduce a brand new, traditional Tea Dance with live music from Simply Swing, where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the busy waterfront and enter the sanctuary of the studio. Live and studio credits of the band include Shirley Bassey, Kylie Minogue, Strictly Come Dancing and BBC’s Jools Holland Live.

Led by dancers Andy Cark and Daisy Robinson, take the opportunity to jive, Charleston and lindy hop at Swing Night, whilst enjoying the musical offerings of DJ Pat Da Kat. Following the sell-out success of the Family Funday in March, Baby Loves To Boogie daytime dance party for parents with babies and toddlers is sure to get your little ones moving and grooving.

For more information and to book tickets please call the friendly Box Office on 01473 295230 or visit www.danceeast.co.uk.

Ipswich Maritime Festival runs from Friday 15th until Sunday 17th August.

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Quick Cakes For Busy Mums Love the idea of making and decorating a cake for your child’s birthday but think you don’t have the time?

Mum-of-two and experienced cake decorator, Karen Taylor, shares her tips and tricks for baking and decorating professional-looking cakes at home in her new book, Quick Cakes for Busy Mums – the perfect kitchen companion for all those busy bakers who want to whip up amazing celebration cakes in a flash.

Now you can create cakes to be proud of to mark those all-important milestones for your family and friends. As well as birthday cakes you’ll find 13 stunning decorated cakes for a variety of special occasions such as baby showers, christenings, Christmas, Easter, weddings and anniversaries.

You will also find some lovely ideas for quick but creative party favours alongside every cake project – who could resist a troop of toy soldier

cookies or a flock of rubber ducky cupcakes?

Once you know how simple it is to make beautifully decorated cakes and treats for your loved ones, you’ll be hooked!

Karen reveals just how easy it is to create impressive cakes using the simplest of sugarcraft techniques. Ideal for those who are new to cake decorating, she explains important steps such as lining a cake tin, covering a cake with sugarpaste and stacking a tiered cake, not forgetting her tried-and-tested cake, cupcake and biscuit recipes.

In each of the 13 step-bystep cake projects Karen also shows you how to use one key decorating technique to great effect, sharing her top tips along the way. Find out how to use sugarcraft moulds, stencils and quilling to create instant decorations, as well as many more handy techniques to make a spectacular centrepiece the easy way.

Karen Taylor began baking and cake decorating

at an early age, helping to make the family Christmas cake every year. As her skills developed, she started taking commissions as well as completing a three-year part-time course at Birmingham College of Food where she gained NCFE levels 1, 2 and 3 in Cake Decorating. She went on to win numerous awards in various competitions, including the Salon Culinaire, Cake International and Hotelympia.

Published by B. Dutton Publishing, Quick Cakes for Busy Mums is available at all good book shops.

How artwork can make a change to your home Everybody likes to take pride in the way their home looks and a small change like a new piece of art can achieve so much without breaking the bank!

We don’t all want our rooms to look the same as our friends which can happen so easily when buying from large chain stores, how many times have you walked in somewhere and said ‘that’s nice it’s from …. isn’t it?’

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Whilst a compliment has been given it is far nicer for your home to look individual with your own style and flair.

Delvaux on Hamilton Road Felixstowe has a wide range of hand painted canvas art in all sizes and styles that really will be a talking point for your visitors. There is also a beautiful selection of colourful ceramic tile art suitable for any room

as they hold their colour in bright sunlight and cannot be damaged with steam in the kitchen, however they are so lovely you will want to display them everywhere in the house.

please ask and Carla will be more than happy to help.

At Delvaux no two visits are the same, each time you will find something new as the stock is changing so quickly. If you are looking for something special

Delvaux is open six days a week from Monday to Saturday from 10am until 5pm, and can be found at 116 Hamilton Road, Felixstowe.

Pop in and have a browse soon, chances are you will find something that will catch your eye.

Woodbridge Art and Music Event 2014

A new weekend of music and cross platform art is being held in the medieval market town of Woodbridge on the East Coast on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th August. Woodbridge Art and Music Event 2014 will feature innovative acts from a broad range of musical genres and is being organised by electronic music and art collective Noise of Art.

in 2014. This is a chance to catch him on his way up.

Mercury Prize nominated five piece Polar Bear are led by the multi-talented drummer, Seb Rochford. Critically acclaimed as one of the most gifted bands of any genre, they are outstanding

Woodbridge Art and Music Event is an independent happening taking place in a beautiful market town on the river Deben, opposite the Sutton Hoo Anglo Saxon burial ship.

The daytime events will take place in the award winning Elmhurst Park. Evening events will move into several venues dotted around the town.

Entry to the event will be with a wristband, so the audience can move between the venues.

Local arts organisations and promoters such as Aldeburgh Music Open Space, Blue Bus Tour and Planet Patrol are also collaborating with the event.

Acts announced so far include Warp/Lo Recordings act Red Snapper, who bring their acclaimed bass-led mixture of funk, afro-beat, hip hop, acid jazz and drum ’n’ bass to the riverside setting. Consistently one of the most exciting live bands, they’ve collaborated with a host of artists, including Bjork, The Prodigy and Fugees, and have just emerged from the studio with an as yet unheard afro funk inspired LP (to be released this autumn).

The recently reformed The Woodentops were late 1980s Glastonbury headliners and were much loved by both John Peel and the first generation of Balearic / acid house DJs. The first band to cross over between dance and indie music, they prefigured bands such as Happy Mondays - with everyone from Paul Oakenfold to Ashley Beedle playing their records at early acid house parties.

Amongst the international DJ line up, French disco don The Reflex is noted for his superbly crafted re-edits. Currently making a meteoric rise amongst the global DJ ranks, he’s been tipped

by Time Out as one of four acts to watch out for

Further acts include a focus on young upand-coming artists including 18-year-old Ben Hauke, who uses vintage samplers to create new improvised live tracks from source material. Young soul-folk band The Intermission Project join the fast rising singer-songwriter and Keane collaborator Thomas J Spieght, and, Suffolk based troubadour, Charlie Law - following in the steps of local hero, Ed Sheeran.

Kevin Pearce, who lives just over the Essex border, plays Woodbridge having just completed a UK wide tour supporting Turin Breaks.

New East Anglian act Oculus play a contemporary twist on rock, which intertwines classic Deep Purple with something much darker.

Polar Bear musicians and create unique music. Seb is much in demand, adding his talents and sound to music by everyone from up-and-coming electronic acts to artists such as Pete Doherty, David Byrne, Brian Eno, Herbie Hancock, Bret Anderson, Adel and Paul McCartney.

Italian DJ Severino is an internationally respected house music DJ and resident at London’s famous Horse Meat Disco club. Justin Robertson is another respected DJ’s DJ. A veteran from The Hacienda in Manchester’s heyday, he was a major influence on the Chemical Brothers.

DJ Ben Osborne, who’s also the curator of Woodbridge Art and Music Event, is another Latitude regular - having played the Music & Film stage alone eight times and made numerous other festival appearances. He is also the founder of Noise of Art and has a reputation for looking for new angles.

Woodbridge Art and Music Event has teamed-up with Suffolk music festival and organisation Aldeburgh Music to present young up-and-coming loop station artist, Bird Radio, who will perform on the roof of the Riverside cinema and on Market Hill.

More local talent comes from Jan Pulsford, keyboardist and electronic music composer, who recently relocated to the UK’s East Coast from the USA. Jan has worked with Cyndi Lauper, Thomposon Twins and Nile Rodgers of Chic.

Lowestoft’s Rhiannon Mair, joins East Coast electro-folk band Artwerk and local scene promoter/ singer songwriter Peter Hepworth, while DJ Talulah Goodtimes, is a leading local electro swinger. The impressively talented Robert Castellani, a virtuoso and unheralded pioneer of open string percussive guitar playing, will be showing off his dexterity. On a different DJ tip, Ipswich’s NonSuch DJs, will be taking the soul theme in a purer direction with a Northern Soul set.

There will also be a programme of art installations, stalls, food and exhibitions - to be announced.

Local arts organisations and promoters such as Aldeburgh Music Open Space, Blue Bus Tour and Planet Patrol are also collaborating with the event.

Woodbridge Art and Music Event 2014 will be at various venues in Woodbridge, Suffolk, on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th August. For more information visit www.woodbridgeartandmusic.weebly.com

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Sat 2nd Aug

THE SALUTES, The Mulberry Tree, Ipswich KARAOKE WITH BOZ, The Dolphin Hotel, Felixstowe BACK PORCH, The Spread Eagle, Ipswich

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JAZZ JAM, The Steamboat Tavern, Ipswich, 2pm BONESHAKERS, The Kings Head, Hadleigh KARAOKE WITH BOZ, The Dolphin Hotel, Felixstowe, 3pm FOXYROCK ROCK N ROLL CLUB, Kesgrave Social Club, Kesgrave, 7.30pm, £4, Record Hop with DJ Crazy Nadge WORDS & MUSIC, The Skinners Arms, Manningtree, 3pm THE DOLLY SHOW, Isaacs on Quay, Ipswich, 3pm

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FOLK EAST, Glemham Hall, Nr Aldeburgh, www.folkeast.co.uk

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OPEN NIGHT MIC, The Grinning Rat, Ipswich

WORDS & MUSIC, Isaacs on the Quay, Ipswich, 3pm SKA’D 4 LIFE, the Mulberry Tree, Ipswich PAUL PRYCE, The Dolphin Hotel, Felixstowe JAZZ BY THE WATERFRONT 2014, St Peter’s by the Waterfront, Ipswich, 7.45pm, £10, Dave Shulman Swing & Klezmer, www.stpetersbythewaterfront.com, 01473 225269

Thu 7th Aug

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OLAF, The Mulberry Tree, Ipswich MEG BURROWS & LUCY SAMPSON, The Steamboat Tavern, Ipswich, 8pm WORDS & MUSIC, The Woolpack, Coggeshall

THE 4130’S, The Steamboat Tavern, Ipswich NOISY NEIGHBOURS, The Mulberry Tree, Ipswich BLARNEY ROVERS, Isaacs on the Quay, Ipswich, 3pm CHERISE PHILLIPS, The Grinning Rat, Ipswich KARAOKE WITH BOZ, The Dolphin Hotel, Felixstowe

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Fri 8th Aug

SHOOT THE GLASS, The Grinning Rat, Ipswich THE WILD ONES, The Plough, Ipswich KARAOKE WITH BOZ, The Dolphin Hotel, Felixstowe UB42, 2 TONE LOUIE, The Mulberry Tree, Ipswich • Lucy Sampson

TOM JONES TRIBUTE, Isaacs on the Quay, Ipswich, 3pm WORDS & MUSIC, The Grinning Rat, Ipswich FOXYROCK ROCK N ROLL CLUB, Kesgrave Social Club, Kesgrave, 7.30pm, £4, Record Hop • Silbury Hill

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OPEN MIC NIGHT, The Grinning Rat, Ipswich ALEX TAYLOR, The Mulberry Tree, Ipswich

Fri 22nd Aug

FISTI CUFF’S, BORN TO DESTRUCT, The Steamboat Tavern, Ipswich HOT TRAMP, The Mulberry Tree, Ipswich

Sat 23rd Aug

TALK OF THE TOWN, The Grinning Rat, Ipswich SILBURY HILL, Tollesbury Kings Head, 8.30pm Entry free of charge KARAOKE WITH BOZ, The Dolphin Hotel, Felixstowe STEVE HOOKER, The Mulberry Tree, Ipswich

Sun 24th Aug

OOMP BAND, Isaacs on the Quay, Ipswich, 3pm WORDS & MUSIC, The Alex, Felixstowe

Mon 25th Aug

SILBURY HILL, Eddyfest, Edwardstone White Horse, 2.00pm, Entry free of charge THE CANDY GIRLS, Isaacs, Ipswich, 3pm

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FOLK AT THE BOAT, The Steamboat Tavern JAM NIGHT, The Grinning Rat, Ipswich WORDS & MUSIC, Olive’s Bar, Orwell Crossing, A14 East, Nacton

Sat 30th Aug

PIRATE DAY with EAST TOWN PIRATES, The Steamboat Tavern, Ipswich BONESHAKERS, The Crown Claydon CROSSOVER, The Mulberry Tree, Ipswich THE MOST, The Grinning Rat, Ipswich

Sun 31st Aug

JAZZ LUNCH featuring LA FONTAINE ENSEMBLE, The Steamboat Tavern, 2pm DOUBLE BARREL, The Mulberry Tree, Ipswich NOASIS, Isaacs on the Quay, Ipswich, 3pm BONESHAKERS, The Grinning Rat, Ipswich FOXYROCK ROCK N ROLL CLUB, Kesgrave Social Club, Kesgrave, 7.30pm, £4, Record Hop with DJ Crazy Nadge • East Town Pirates

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10cc

Legendary 70s pop

After a two year break since their last UK concert tour, the legendary 10cc are back on the road this autumn with a 23-date headline tour commencing at the Aberdeen Music Hall 4th October, culminating at Margate Winter Gardens on 7th November and taking in Ipswich’s Regent on Monday 13th October.

The band’s last outing was a tour their three No 1s – Rubber Bullets, of arenas with Status Quo last I’m Not In Love and Dreadlock December, which included a date at Holiday, along with Donna, Wall The O2 in London. Fronted by 10cc Street Shuffle, The Dean and I and co-founder Graham Gouldman, The Things We Do For Love. the current live line-up has been Further hits included Art For Art’s together for over a decade, with Sake and Good Morning Judge, Gouldman recently inducted into I’m Mandy Fly Me and Life Is A the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame in Minestrone.

America, joining legends such as Before forming 10cc, Gouldman Burt Bacharach, Bob Dylan, Bruce - then in his late-teens - wrote a Springsteen and Paul McCartney. string of million-selling hits for other Purveyors of some of the greatest artistes, including For Your Love pop records of the 20th century, and Heart Full Of Soul (for The 10cc were one of the most inventive Yardbirds), Bust Stop and Look and influential bands in the history Through Any Window (The Hollies), of popular music, achieving No Milk Today (Herman’s Hermits), commercial, critical and creative Pamela Pamela (Wayne Fontana) success in equal measure, selling and Tallyman, for Jeff Beck. more than 15 million albums in the 10cc comprises Gouldman (bass, UK and 30 million worldwide. guitars, vocals), Rick Fenn (lead guitar, vocals), Paul Burgess (drums, With 11 Top 10 singles in the UK, percussion), Mick Wilson (vocals, the band earned critical respect and percussion, guitar, keyboards) and public acclaim for tracks such as

Mike Stevens (keyboards, guitar, sax, vocals). Rick and Paul have both worked with 10cc since the mid-‘70s.

“Year on year we get busier and visit more countries. It’s great, we love touring and playing together and we get on really well,” says Gouldman.

“The audiences these days are very gratifying. You get the people you would expect, who grew up with 10cc, but you also get young kids who know the songs too.”

Testament to 10cc’s ongoing appeal, the band can count a generation-straddling array of fellow artists among their many millions of fans, everyone from Chrissie Hynde to The Feeling’s Dan Gillespie and Axl Rose to Sophie Ellis Bextor. And now a new generation is discovering 10cc for the very first time. With the summer comprising festival dates

across Europe, an appearances at British Summer Time in Hyde Park (13th July) and further headline shows to be announced for 2015 – including a return to the Royal Albert Hall – the music of 10cc is reaching ever larger and wider audiences.

“The band, as it stands now is absolutely fantastic. And of course our main strength and what we’re selling is the songs, nothing else,” says Gouldman, “This is as near as you’re ever going to get to hearing the perfect 10cc. Hit after hit after hit. It’s relentless. We show no mercy.”

10cc will be performing at the Ipswich Regent on Mon 13th October. To book tickets contact the Box Office on 01473 433100 or visit www.ipswichregent.com

Matt Cardle to star at Homegrown Festival

The second annual Homegrown Music Festival in Barrow has landed a coup with one of Britain’s biggest X Factor success stories, Matt Cardle, set to headline.

Matt Cardle, whose family live near Halstead in Essex, will headline the Saturday night set at the festival, which runs from Friday 22nd until Sunday 24th August. The festival in Barrow, near Bury St Edmunds, promises a cross genre festival experience for all ages.

Homegrown is the brainchild of Glen Moulds who wanted to showcase local artists at a smaller scale festival while still offering the all round festival experience, including camping for the whole weekend, plenty to keep children occupied, with the emphasis on being family orientated, and food and drink at reasonable prices with no rip offs. And food and drink.

The weekend will feature over 80 bands and kicks off with an evening set on August 22nd featuring the likes of Twisted Piglet, Dingus Khan and Nik Lowe.

At Saturdays all-dayer, fans can see Benjamin Bloom, Goldstar, Box of Light plus headliners and Matt Cardle who won the X Factor back in 2010 and has recently been on tour to promote his latest album, Porcelain.

On Sunday there’s a treat for ska lovers when Big 10 take to the stage along with rising stars, Joe Peacock and Harry Seaton who are building up quite a following.

Tickets are £7.50 for the Friday evening, £15 for Saturday, £15 for Sunday, £27 for the weekend (no camping) and £45 for the weekend (including camping).

Homegrown’s chosen charity is East Anglia’s Children’s Hospice (EACH), which supports families and cares for children and young people with lifethreatening conditions across Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.

Nikki Brown, EACH Suffolk fundraiser, said, “Here at EACH we’re absolutely delighted to be benefiting from the Homegrown Music Festival. Not only will the event raise much needed funds to ensure we can continue delivering care and support to local life-threatened children, young people and their families, but it will also raise awareness and understanding of our work too.

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Ashes To Cashes

I can confirm that the housing market seems to be somewhat buoyant.

This I have found out with the selling of my recently departed father’s bungalow. I was all set for the ‘long game’. I would play it cool and hold out for a… It sold in two days.

I have often heard it said that being the recipient in a will eases the pain of losing a loved one. I had clung to that believe and although the sums involved were not that great after all the various dealings of his life were paid, I felt sure that Dad would once again make me feel better, as he did in life. A gadget here, some new technology there… the things that always excite me.

I was wrong.

I am not sure what happened but the day the fruits of his seventy four years on earth arrived in my bank

account I found very depressing. I wondered how it was that he was not able to have the benefit of this cash. Then I thought about me. How I work most of the hours in each day, diligently working the finances with spreadsheets, very occasionally daring to spend a few quid – Only for a pile of cash to just turn up.

It all seems a little unfair. Don’t work yourself silly saving for something, just wait for someone to die. He didn’t even get the chance to see the family enjoy what he had left us.

I have changed my mind. The money can be returned. I’ll have Dad back instead.

TV Ga-Ga

In terms of the above, I returned to reality and decided to spend a bit of it. Just like the bloke on the advert I made some excuse and with World

Cup in mind availed myself of what they call a Smart TV. You may well ask what is smart about it. Does it seamlessly connect to your existing kit? Does it do everything it promises without taking a month to configure?

Does it let me listen to BBC Suffolk through it – like a seventy year old box I have in the shed?

come with one! I would not be beaten however. With soldering iron, the Internet and a hammer, I got it to do everything I wanted – eventually.

In fact just in-time for the England football team to embarrass us all.

No. Not even close.

Another of my tribe, Tom, now has letters after his name and like any parent I am jolly proud. However, if I asked you for £27,000 in return for a training course that barley resembles real life what would you say? You would be right to call me what you just muttered – so when the young’uns pester you to go to University bear in mind it is not a door to success and riches, it’s merely a small but expensive part of the overall journey that is life.

I love technology, but I detest in equal measure poorly designed technology. When I say poorly designed I mean greedily designed.

Plugs that only one manufacturer supports. Features that make you buy an add-on from the same manufacturer. I get the impression that all appliances are designed by a group of spotty Herberts sat around their x-phones, like so; Make sure it only fits things that we make.

Make it really complicated to set up.

Pretend it does stuff that it probably won’t.

Let the end user test it all – we can’t be bothered.

And before you ask if I read the instruction manual – it didn’t even

Life Skills

And finally…

I am going to rename my wife ‘Brazil’. She also kicks off every five minutes…

NB. I have been told that the above is a lie and that my wife is in fact perfect.

See you in September

International Board Games Conference University Campus Suffolk hosted the 17th annual colloquium of the International Board Game Studies.

Academics, archaeologists, game inventors, historians, museum curators, PhD students and independent games scholars from around the world gathered at UCS to present their research and to discuss games over the course of the five-day event at the waterfront campus in Ipswich.

An informal reception marked the start of the event, attended by the Mayor of Ipswich, Bill Quinton, who, with UCS Provost Richard Lister, met the delegates and welcomed them to Ipswich and to UCS. Staff from Ipswich Borough Council’s Tourist Information Centre attended with information on the local area for delegates - who were visiting from as far afield as Japan, Brazil, Russia, America and across Europe as well as universities and museums across the UK, Twenty-seven research papers were presented from on topics ranging from Iron Age board games to the use of Micro-CT and 3-D printing in the manufacture of chessmen.

One of the sessions was led by a group of UCS students on the BA (Hons) Computer Games Design course. The students, who make computer games and board games as part of their coursework, presented their games to delegates, including award-winning game designers. Delegates had the chance to play the students’ games, discuss aspects of design and offer some comments on game mechanics.

Delegates had opportunities to enjoy the local area, enjoying a river cruise on the Orwell Lady, and an informal networking session.

Colloquium organiser Eddie Duggan, Senior Teaching Practitioner in the Department of Arts & Humanities at UCS, said that the event “Brought some of the world’s leading scholars in the field of games studies to Ipswich and UCS. I am honoured to have been able to present my research to such an illustrious gathering and I am pleased to have been able to provide UCS staff and students with the opportunity to participate in such a significant event.”

He added: “In recent years The Board Game Studies colloquia have been held in Jerusalem, Paris, Bruges, Munich and the Azores. The next will be at the Swiss Games Museum on the shore of Lake Geneva. It is clear from the feed-back from delegates that we have set the bar quite high, and future events will have to pull out all the stops to match Ipswich’s offering.”

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Event will help youngsters get foot on job ladder Papworth Trust and The Lighthouse Group will be hosting an ‘apprentice-type’ event in Ipswich to help local young people get a foot on the employment ladder.

Charity Papworth Trust runs an apprentice scheme in partnership with Ipswich Borough Council to help young people aged 18 - 24 find apprenticeships in areas such as marketing, hospitality and IT as well as other employment sectors.

The charity’s staff also work directly with local businesses to help them hire apprentices, including finding the candidates and assisting with the paperwork.

One of the businesses the Trust has been working with recently is local training and development company The Lighthouse Group.

Papworth Trust have identified some candidates to take part in an apprentice event hosted by The Lighhouse Group – loosely based on the

television programme starring Lord Alan Sugar – on Thursday 3rd July at the Kesgrave Hall Hotel.

The event is designed to help Lighthouse identify and recruit the right person to work with them as an apprentice.

Papworth Trust Employment Adviser, Victoria Matthews, said, “We work with a number of young people in Ipswich to help them find apprenticeship opportunities. The Lighthouse Group has invited eight potential candidates along to their assessment day, where the young people will take part in group and individual exercises to show their skills and personality.”

Gill Henderson from Lighthouse, added, “Lighthouse specialise in developing leadership and management capability in organisations. We help organisations to identify and develop their key talent, making a real difference to the bottom line. Such is our success of the last couple of years that we are now looking to grow our support

team. This role is fundamental to delivering a high quality service to our clients.

“Even the unsuccessful candidates will get some specific feedback to support their future prospects of securing the right position. We are delighted to be working with the Papworth Trust to support the development of young people.”

The Apprenticeship Scheme is a free service for small to medium organisations in the Ipswich and surrounding area to help them find the right person to become an apprentice and to support them through the process.

For more information about Papworth Trust’s apprentice scheme, call 0300 456 2355, e-mail Victoria.matthews@papworthtrust.org.uk or go to www.papworthtrust.org.uk/apprenticeships For more information about Lighthouse, go to: www.lighthouse-group.co.uk

Enterprise hub provides support for aspiring creative entrepreneurs in Ipswich The Eastern Enterprise Hub is currently recruiting for its popular creative entrepreneurs programme, set to start this September.

The ReCreate Creative Entrepreneurs Programme will provide individuals, with a creative business idea, with the opportunity to meet experts in the areas that are vital to business, such as:

• Creative thinking • Business planning • Pitching your idea

student will have the opportunity to hear from, meet and speak to inspirational local businesswomen, and will also be paired with a mentor.

The Back to Your Future Programme is fully funded, so it won’t cost you a penny.

If you are interested in joining this exciting new programme, please contact Kim Trotter, Learning Manager on 01473 527100 or email her at kim.trotter@eehub.co.uk

The free programme also gives its students the chance to meet other passionate entrepreneurs, share ideas and ultimately create new business, bringing jobs and growth to Ipswich’s economy.

The EEHub is running two taster sessions for the ReCreate Creative Entrepreneurs Programme:

Tuesday 5th August, 5.30pm – 6.30pm Thursday 14th August, 5.30pm – 6.30pm To register your attendance, lisa.mach@eehub.co.uk.

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Are you a young mum, looking to start your own business or to get back into employment?

The EEHub’s innovative and exciting new Back to Your Future Programme will support young mums who want to set up a business or are looking towards employment, whilst examining the many challenges young women face today by addressing society expectations,

media stereotypes and the importance of positive role models. The programme will work to improve your confidence, develop leadership and employability skills, and stimulate enterprise.

The aim is to recruit 20 young mums (aged 18-30) onto a 12-session action-learning based programme at the Ipswich Hub, which has been carefully designed to improve confidence and create empowerment.

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Children have fun learning at EAST Sailing Discovery Day East Anglian Sailing Trust (EAST), a charity that provides sailing for people with disabilities, hosted a Discovery Competition Day on Thursday 10th July at Suffolk Yacht Harbour.

The members of EAST invited children with learning difficulties from Felixstowe Academy and Farlingaye High School from Woodbridge to join in a day of fun and competition on and off the water. On this occasion Felixstowe Academy narrowly beat Farlingaye High school.

EAST runs 11 Discovery Days each year and one Discovery Competition Day. All of which are put on with the help of a Grant from the Heritage Lottery Funded Touching the Tide scheme.

During the Discovery Days the children have the opportunity to gain their Bronze Sailability

certificate, take part in an onshore field study with the Suffolk Wildlife Trust and enjoy a sailing experience. On Discovery Competition Days Schools join in and compete in on and off shore sailing competitions.

Bill Smith from EAST said, “It’s touching to see the staff from the schools gasp as they see children who might normally be withdrawn join in with, and excel at sailing activities as well as engaging with the others in their groups. These events are a joy for all involved and we greatly appreciate the funding from Touching the Tide that makes them possible.”

Bill Jenman, Touching the Tide Project Manager, said of the event, “Touching the Tide is really pleased we can help EAST. We are all about the coast and what better way to understand the coast than from the water.”

There are more sailing opportunities for the young in August on the 7th, 14th and 21st.

For more information please contact Bill Smith from EAST on 0333 0883278 or email: trustee@e-a-s-t.org.uk

Take on the Suffolk Cycle Challenge

St Elizabeth Hospice supporters are climbing into the saddle for a cycle ride through the idyllic Suffolk countryside on Sunday 31st August.

Starting and finishing at Framlingham College, the event

features a choice of two main routes: one is 40 miles, the other a

more challenging 80. There is also a short route of 6-7 miles, which the whole family can enjoy together.

Joanne Rodger, Events and Challenges Fundraiser at St Elizabeth Hospice, said, “This event is suitable for cyclists of all abilities, from families riding with their

children to seasoned riders taking on long distance routes. Suffolk has some beautiful scenery for the riders to enjoy along their way, and we hope that the Suffolk Cycle Challenge will raise thousands of pounds for local Hospice care.”

Cyclists are asked to raise sponsorship, and all proceeds raised will help the Hospice, an independent charity which costs £9.1 million a year to run, and relies on fundraising events, individual donations and income generated from its shops to meet the majority 26

of these costs. Entry for the 40 or 80 mile rides is £30; riders must be aged 13 or older, and all riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

The family route is just £10, with those under 16 riding for free.

The route will feature refreshment stops to give riders a chance to refill their water bottles and buy food and drink.

St Elizabeth Hospice improves life for people living with a progressive illness in East Suffolk and South Norfolk.

Last year it cared for over 2,000 people and 2014 is its 25th Anniversary year.

• For more information visit www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk

The Tractor Boy Column

Suffolk’s youngest sports pundit

For this month’s article I had the pleasure of meeting commonwealth and Olympic medallist swimmer David Davies. As a swimmer myself I find it really interesting to hear how Dave developed into such an elite athlete, I hope you enjoy the interview as much as I did!

How does it feel to have not just represented but to have medalled for Britain at the Olympic Games?

David: Very difficult to describe! Very proud a lot of hard work went into it and it’s great to see that paying off. To win a medal was a dream come true.

With the Commonwealth Games coming up this year can you give us an insight of what it was like to compete at one?

David: The Commonwealth Games are a very friendly games. Especially considering they’re in the UK I’m sure that there will be great support not only for the Scottish but for the English and the Welsh as well. The fact that everybody speaks English means it will be friendly of course there is still the village and an amazing stadium. It’s a bit lower key than the Olympics but it will be nice to just watch it this time.

Sport is all about pushing yourself to the limits what has been your most challenging swimming experience?

David: The most challenging experience has to be the 10,000 metre open water swim at the Beijing Olympics. It was just an hour and fifty-one minutes of hard work. I used every ounce of energy in my body a very tough event.

How important is the diet of a swimmer?

David: Diet is essential in any sport especially swimming. You have to make sure you eat the right stuff recover and prepare for your next race or swimming session.

How difficult was it to move on from your swimming career?

David: It is important to retire at the right time and I felt it was only right to retire at a big event.

The London Olympics was really good time as

that is now my lasting memory of swimming. At the moment I love what I am doing and am very passionate about the projects I’m involved in.

Do you prefer open water swimming or swimming in a pool?

David: I am probably more comfortable swimming in a pool however I do love the challenge of open water swimming.

How proud are you to hold two British records?

David: Yeah, very proud they’ve stood for a while now as British records they will probably be beaten in the next few years as sport evolves.

• Daniel Ford (aka “Tractor Boy”) would love to hear from readers with suggestions for future items in the column: Tractor Boy, c/o Ipswich24, PO Box 774, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 9FW

Free Cash for a young volunteer Do you need £1700 to help with a community project?

The Lions Club of Ipswich is looking for a Young Ambassador to represent Ipswich in a nationwide competition to recognise the work of young volunteers.

To enter you must be aged over 15 and under 19 on 30th June 2015.

Be actively involved in voluntary work, either as a carer or mentor or helping to run a voluntary organisation (eg Scouts, Guides, Youth Club etc). And you must

be able to attend regional and national selection events.

The person chosen as the Ipswich Young Ambassador will be given £200 to spend on their chosen community project. The winner of the East Anglia heat will be

awarded a £500 bursary, and the national winner will be awarded a further £1000 bursary.

For further details email info@lionsclubofipswich.org.uk and put ‘Young Ambassador’ in the subject title.

Local lads entertain at National Festival Six DSActive lads from the charity Inspire Suffolk were invited to take part in the 4th National DSActive festival at St George’s Park, Burtonupon-Trent in Staffordshire, run by the Downs Syndrome Association this summer.

The team the ‘Ipswich Mini-Tractors’ played in four 6-aside fixtures against Moorside Rangers FC (Liverpool), Hull City DS Tigers, West Bromwich Albion Foundation and Watford FC. Although bravely battled, the DSActive team from Inspire Suffolk won one match but sadly lost three of their remaining matches, however two of those games were very entertaining with narrow losses. For a full table of results see below:

Ipswich Mini Tractors Hull City DS Tigers Watford FC Ipswich Mini Tractors

4–0 3 – 1 3 – 2 4–5

or call Tom Nicholas, Sports Development Manager on 0845 1369 333 or email tomn@inspiresuffolk.org.uk for more details.

Unmasked

Inspire Suffolk have released details of their Masquerade Ball which is due to take place on Friday 10th October from 7pm – for full details check out their website.

Calling all clubs and sports organisations

Did you know clubs and sports organisations are able to hire the extensive facilities at Inspire Suffolk’s headquarters in Ipswich? They have an indoor sports dome, tennis courts, football pitches, gym and classrooms and function rooms all available for private hire. If you’d like a personal tour call the Inspire Suffolk team on 0845 1369 333 or email amandah@inspiresuffolk.org.uk for details.

Moorside Rangers FC Ipswich Mini Tractors Ipswich Mini Tractors West Bromwich Albion Foundation

The Inspire Suffolk DSActive players on the day were: Gavin Harvey, Daniel Ball, Edward Boggis, Edward Martin, Alfie Tizzard and Oliver Waters.

Everyone thoroughly enjoyed a really positive day with all of the Mini Tractors players playing well and most getting on the score-sheet too.

If you think the Inspire Suffolk’s DSActive weekly football training for young people with downs syndrome (aged 5 - 25) could help someone you know they are welcome to join in. Games take place on Saturdays from 10am until 11am at Inspire Suffolk, to book a place please visit www.inspiresuffolk.org.uk 27

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How Kay helped Kirsty to a new life If you want to lose some weight and get fitter then Kay Fletcher Fitness has the answer.

Kay has been successfully running weight loss and exercise classes in the area for seven years and during this time has literally helped hundreds of local men and women achieve their weight loss goals. One particular member of Kay’s classes, Kirsty Billinge has achieved her goal for the second time but this time it is for life – read her story below

She found it difficult to get to class and over the next 18 months Kirsty, having stopped attended a regular class with Kay, gained all the weight she had previously lost plus an extra stone! Mum was on hand again and • Kirsty before

Kirsty Billinge

Kirsty’s Story - Second Time Around – and this time it is for Life!

Kirsty struggled with her weight as a teenager and always felt the biggest amongst her friends. At college the weight continued to pile on and with no exercise Kirsty says she was a very unfit, quiet and timid girl. When she started work in health and social care her mum suggested she joined the local slimming class and at her first weigh in with Kay Fletcher she weighed in at 14 stone 3lb. Over the next 16 months Kirsty went on to lose over four stone and felt really good about herself. However, this all changed when she moved into her own flat and started working shifts.

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suggested they both return to the class with Kay and this time Kirsty was determined to not only lose the weight but to keep it off! In just six months of re-joining the classes Kirsty lost four stone and during the next six months she lost a further two stone making her total weight loss of six stone in one year!

Kirsty says, “There are the obvious benefits to my physical health but now I have so much more energy and really enjoy the exercise and

often attend eight or more classes a week with Kay. Losing the weight has changed my life and gone is the shy quiet girl I used to be. I have made lots of friends at Kay Fletcher Fitness and I now have so much more confidence.”

Kirsty has now maintained her weight for 12 months and is even fitter and healthier than before. She still attends six to eight classes a week sometimes even doing every class with Kay. Kirsty is always up for courses like Kettlebell and HiiT and has never missed a Saturday morning Bootcamp.

If you are struggling to lose weight and like the idea of a healthy approach to weight loss combined with exercise then why not give Kay a call and see how she can help you achieve your goals. Kay and her team run 16 classes in the Ipswich area along with regular courses in Kettlebell, HiiT, FitSteps and Bootcamp so there is something for everyone, whatever their fitness level.

If you mention this advert and you are new to Kay’s classes you will be able to get your first class absolutely FREE. Call Kay on 01473 613397 or email kay@KayFletcherFitness.com

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Students told to take meningitis vaccine International charity Meningitis Research Foundation (MRF) is warning students they must get a vital meningitis vaccine before they head off to university and ensure they know the signs and symptoms, as some kinds of meningitis can’t be prevented.

Meningitis and septicaemia can kill in hours and leave many survivors with serious disability.

MRF is sending thousands of new posters entitled ‘Protect Yourself Against Meningitis’ to universities and colleges throughout the UK and has symptoms information available in print and online. .

“The MenC booster is available to all students born after September 1995 entering university for the first time, and anyone under age 25 who has never had a MenC vaccination. Students should get immunised at least two weeks before they go away to study.

“Those who start the term without the booster should arrange to get it as soon as possible either through their university or college health centre or with their new GP. The vaccine is also important for students coming to study from abroad who are unable to get the vaccine at home. Again they should obtain it as soon as possible.

Currently all children in the UK are vaccinated against Meningococcal C (MenC) infection. Since the MenC vaccine was introduced in the UK in 1999, an estimated 150 lives have been saved each year and cases are now very rare. But we now know that protection offered by the vaccine does not last as long as expected, so the UK Government has launched a booster campaign for students entering university for the first time.

“MenB vaccine was recommended for infants in the UK in March 2014 but negotiations to implement it via the NHS have yet to begin. The vaccine is available privately but not everyone can afford it, and some other kinds of meningitis can’t be prevented. This is why MRF encourages everyone to learn the symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia and be prepared to act fast if they or their friends become ill.”

Christopher Head, Chief Executive of Meningitis Research Foundation said, “Vaccine research to ensure effective protection against this deadly disease has long been a top funding priority for MRF, and we welcome the Government’s new MenC booster campaign. New students are at increased risk of encountering the bacteria that cause meningococcal disease because they are often living in busy halls of residence and in close contact with other new students during fresher’s week.

For more information about Men C vaccinations for students and to download a free poster please go to: www.meningitis.org/news-media/ starting-uni-in-the-uk-this-83321 To download the NHS leaflet go to: www.gov.uk/government/publications/ meningitis-c-leaflet-for-university-students · For more information on MenB and for symptom information visit www.meningitis.org

Happy Holidays?

with Craig Cordiner of Orwell Osteopaths

The school holidays are here, and many of us have travel plans.

So just a few tips to hopefully prevent an uncomfortable holiday experience and keep you out of my waiting room on return.

Road trips can be tense affairs, whether it is the frustration of traffic queues or the concentration required by driving on a different side of the road. Adjusting your car seat can be helpful especially if you already struggle with back or

neck problems. For lower backs, tip your seat back slightly, this is closer to a natural position for the back and therefore less of a strain.

Obviously this shouldn’t be at a level that affects your ability to maintain awareness of the road around you.

For neck problems, the opposite is true. Perhaps sit up more and make sure your arms are not under strain by having to reach too far for the steering wheel. Probably one of the best things you can do for yourself

is to build more time into the journey and take regular breaks. I would suggest every two hours, it doesn’t have to be long just get out, move and stretch a little.

If you are flying be careful dragging wheeled luggage, it’s often heavy and we can twist while pulling them.

Make use of the luggage trolleys and be cautious getting luggage in and out of the car boot. I’m sure many of you have crammed heavy items into your hand luggage to squeeze

the last gram out of the weight allowance, I know I have. Again, be aware of this when getting your bag into and out from the overhead lockers. On long haul flights there are recommended exercises to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), while doing these give your other joints a good move around too.

I hope you find this helpful and you have an enjoyable holiday.

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Enjoy an outstanding dental experience at Harbour Dental Care The team at Harbour Dental Care takes the utmost pride in providing great service and the highest quality dental care and experience for our patients.

Some even wait until they are in pain before they think about going to see the dentist.

We use the latest and best dental techniques and tools to help you achieve a stunning smile and we really look after you so you feel relaxed and taken care of during your time with us. Ultimately, we’re here to help you discover your smile.

But we understand. In fact, we have a qualified relaxation specialist who can teach you techniques for relaxing and reducing anxiety and nervousness. Many patients have found this to be really useful, and many more just enjoy the few minutes of peace it brings to an otherwise busy day.

Our promise

Our mission is to provide dental care with genuine enthusiasm, warmth and commitment to quality. It is our goal to maintain a caring environment that is respectful of all people.

We are united in the effort to deliver an outstanding dental experience, helping each of our patients to achieve excellent dental health and a smile of which they are proud.

Are you a nervous patient?

Lots of people are nervous about seeing a dentist, even if it’s just a little bit. Others are self-conscious about their teeth, which means they haven’t had a dental examination in a while.

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Be proud of your smile

Our advanced, health-focused dental practice offers: • • •

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Tailored dental care Meticulous hygiene therapy Free relaxation sessions before each appointment Smile transformations Cosmetic dentistry & tooth whitening

We pride ourselves on offering unique, complementary services alongside our affordable dentistry in order to make your experience more enjoyable. These include: • Free verbal consultations • Complimentary tea and coffee • Free parking (limited spaces) Our door is always open to new patients, so please feel free to pop into our lovely, welcoming practice on the High Street. We look forward to meeting you soon.

Malcolm Harbour, Principal dentist and practice owner of Harbour Dental Care 27 High Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 3QH 01473 253599 www.harbourdentalcarte.co.uk

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How to help protect your skin Naturally

By Jules Button from the Sun (Part 2) Are Sunscreens Safe?

Recently, some scientists have suggested that it is not the sun that causes cancer, but instead, chemical sunscreens themselves because of their ability to create cell-damaging free radicals. Further tests conducted by the Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Zurich, Switzerland, found that benzophenone-3, homosalate, 4-methyl-benzylidene, camphor octyl-methoxycinnamate, octyl-dimethyl-PABA, can cause hormonal changes, affect sexual development and function, increase cancer risks and more. Sunscreen can also block vitamin D production by up to 95% which in fact helps protects against many forms of cancer including skin cancer! So why would anyone want to slap a toxic chemical concoction on their skin when there are alternatives available.

What is a safer sunscreen alternative?

Throughout history, people have used avocado, olive, nut and seed oils for massage and skin protection. They nourish the skin

and combat the sun’s drying, aging effects. These oils also contain essential fatty acids that absorb through the skin and circulate via the bloodstream. Remember that the skin can absorb almost anything, another reason you don’t want to put harmful chemicals on your skin. To block UVA and UVB rays, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide

before use. Some of the more natural sunscreens can leave a residual white coating on the skin, which is because the molecules are bigger and thus not being absorbed into the skin (and bloodstream).

This may not be the sexy beach look you are aiming for but in the long run it could stop you having irreversible skin problems.

judgment. Be sensible in the sun and cover up your skin between 10am - 3pm. Give your head, face and eyes extra protection by wearing a brimmed hat and sunglasses. If you do decide to use a Sunscreen lotion or sun block then make sure it’s a natural one and not a product full of horrid chemicals.

Consuming a healthy diet full of natural sun blocking antioxidants is also a good idea to ensure your body has the best defence against skin damage. For more information on foods that help protect your skin from sun damage read last month’s article: How to help protect your skin Naturally from the Sun (Part 1 in last month’s issue or read online at www.ipswich24.co.uk) Health & Peace to you all – Jules

are used rather than estrogenic chemicals such as those mentioned above. PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) often found in both chemical and natural sunscreens can cause allergic reactions in some people.

If you’re unsure, do a patch test

Stay Safe and Healthy in the Sun

Exposure to sunlight has been part of a healthy lifestyle and there is no reason to avoid sunshine. Common sense tells us that too much of anything is unhealthy, so use your

For more information about this article, Naturopathic advice or Allergy Testing contact Jules Button (BSc) Email: jules@rainbowapothecary.co.uk www.rainbowapothecary.co.uk or call 01394 386777 or pop into Rainbow Apothecary 6E Church Street, Woodbridge IP12 1DH

Borough is breastfeeding friendly “We are breastfeeding friendly!” That is the message from Ipswich Borough Council, which has joined a campaign led by health chiefs to make sure the public know that breastfeeding mothers are welcome at a range of venues in the town.

Crown Pools, Fore Street Pool, the Borough’s four sports centres, Regent Theatre and the Town Hall & Corn Exchange complex have all been registered

by Health & Wellbeing Suffolk, which said, “Although breastfeeding is the natural way to feed a child with major health benefits for both mums and babies, many mums in Suffolk still decide against it or give up because they feel they are not supported to breastfeed in public places. We feel this is unacceptable and we are asking local businesses to support new mums by becoming breast-feeding friendly.”

Borough Council Deputy Leader Neil MacDonald, who is responsible for health issues, added, “We are very happy to support this campaign, which was launched in National Breastfeeding Week. We want to give new mothers the confidence to do what is natural and not feel embarrassed. We also want to encourage local businesses to join us in this important campaign.”

Suffolk County Councillor Joanna Spicer, Chairman of Suffolk’s Health

and Wellbeing Board, added, “Speaking from a personal perspective, I am delighted to have just had my first grandchild, aged four weeks, and he is thriving on being breastfed. There’s no doubt that breastfeeding provides babies with a great start in life, which is why it is so important that breastfeeding mothers have every opportunity to do so. Well over two thirds of women start breastfeeding, and for many reasons are not always able to continue. However, we can make it as easy as possible for women to breastfeed wherever they are by working with local businesses to pledge their support. That’s why this Ipswich scheme is such a fantastic idea, and I very much hope it is successful and other areas of Suffolk follow suit.”

New stickers will show that supporting venues are breastfeeding friendly.

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