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Pasquale Returns

Full of Family Summer Fun August at the Spa Pavilion is overflowing with family entertainment and the new season brochure covering summer through to winter is available at The Spa now.

Starting off the holiday month is the Great British Seaside Special on Thursday 2nd August from 2.30pm which stars funny man and magician Andy Leach. A superbly traditional, end-of-the-pier style variety show which is full of hilarious comedy, incredible singing and dancing, amazing magic and ventriloquism. This family-friendly show is perfect for all ages.

Next up a hilarious comedy play, which is part variety show, and written by much-loved comedian Bobby Ball: The Dressing Room is on Friday 3rd August at 7.30pm - touring by public demand.

With all the recent hype about the forthcoming Mamma Mia II if you’d like to relive all of those great musical hits join The Spa on Saturday 4th August. Thank You For The Music is billed as the ultimate Abba Tribute show (7.30pm) and promises the greatest partytime extravaganza!! Friday 10th is The Big O & the Wilburys Experience commemorating 30 years since the Wilburys original album release. This fabulous show pays a special tribute to Roy Orbison.

Mums and Dads bring your little ones for Milkshake! Live on Saturday 18th August with two shows 12.30pm and 3.30pm tickets from just £6. Friday 24th at 7.30pm is Delightfully Dusty a truly authentic and memorable evening of great music, closely followed on Sunday 26th at 5pm with The Glenn Miller

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Orchestra together with fabulous harmonies of the Moonlight Serenaders and the sublime vocals of Catherine Sykes & Mark Porter.

The Spa is delighted to welcome back the ever-popular Joe Pasquale with a brand new show ‘A Few of His Favourite Things’ on Monday 27th from 7.30pm.

Next month gets off to a sparkling start with Orbison & Holly on Saturday 1st September and then a week later on Saturday 8th two shows! Firstly D-Day Darlings with Songs That Won the War at 3pm and then The Magic of Motown fills the stage from 8pm. With a further four shows planned, the stage is going to be ablaze with coloured light and full of funky sound in September!

The Spa’s late opening on Friday and Saturday evenings is proving popular too with delicious dishes and occasional live entertainment. Enjoy a set menu or choose from the regular menu or just pop in for a drink – last food orders 9pm and last entry is at 10pm. To make a booking call 01394 336336.

Tickets for all theatre shows are available from the Spa Pavilion’s Box Office which is open from 11am until 4pm, 01394 284962.

You can also reserve your seats on line, 24 hours a day, at www.felixstowespa.co.uk Both of the bar restaurants are open Sunday to Thursday from 9.30am to 6pm, from 9.30am to late on Fridays and Saturdays (last food orders at 9pm) and at least two hours before every performance. You can also follow the Spa Pavilion on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for all the latest news and show updates.

INSIDE THIS MONTH AUGUST Arts:

What's local boy Robin Windsor doing next? Plus news of a new production of "Babe - the Sheep Pig", classical music, and the chance to win tickets to a Pop Dance extravaganza.

Garden Wildlife:

What wildlife is lurking in Britain's gardens? Find out with the results of a recent survey.

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Timeless 19-21 Beauty: Events Diary:

Our day-by-day round-up of what to do in the local area for the month of August.

From weekly classes to one-off events.

Something for all the family.

She was one of the most iconic faces and figures of the 20th Century. One of the most photographed people of her era, we remember Marilyn Monroe who features in a new exhibition.

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Wellbeing:

We take a look at the new look Deben Leisure, take inspiration from Asia for food and wellbeing, find out what Brits 50 bad habits are and also how to deal with mouth ulcers.

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Suffolk landscapes New Horizons for

Felixstowe

A special event was staged in July at The Orwell Hotel to tell local people all about the exciting plans for Felixstowe’s future.

Over the last few years, the seaside town of Felixstowe has seen a host of new developments and significant investment from both the public and private sector, from the award-winning Seafront Gardens to the iconic new Felixstowe Pier.

The town is developing fast and there is a real buzz around the resort.

Both Suffolk Coastal District Council (as a landowner and leisure provider), together with Felixstowe Forward (your local coastal community team) and Visit Felixstowe invited businesses and community organisations to a morning event to learn about the next set of exciting proposals.

From a new iconic leisure centre, to a Business Improvement District, new housing and infrastructure, and future ideas for the South Seafront.

The ever-changing scenery of the River Deben has gone on display at Suffolk Coastal’s offices.

Local artist Emma Green has unveiled her artwork for East Suffolk House after winning Suffolk Coastal’s art commission competition, which was launched as part of the Councils move to Riduna Park.

The piece, entitled “Lingering Tide, Soft Light (The Deben)” is now displayed in the reception area of East Suffolk House, and honours the original brief for a piece that reflects and celebrates Suffolk Coastal’s landscape and its natural elements, while complementing the building itself and its surroundings.

Emma said, “My oil paintings explore Suffolk’s coastal landscape in a semi abstract way, emphasising the light and atmosphere of the place. Much of my work focuses on the River Deben, where I grew up and continue to live and work.

“This painting draws upon my favourite elements of the river - the boatyards, with their clamouring noise and jumble of rigging and cranes, with the river ebbing and flowing around them and the ever-changing sky above, which alters the colours and the light of the land below.”

Suffolk Coastal moved into their new purpose-built offices, which were completed on time and under budget, in December 2016. As part of the project, the Council decided to do the art commission project to give local artists the opportunity to showcase their work in the new reception area.

Over 22 artists submitted ideas and five finalists were chosen to meet the judging panel, which consisted of staff, councillors and external art experts, who then had the difficult decision to chose a winner.

Emma, who lives and works locally in Woodbridge, was chosen by the panel to create a unique piece specifically for the space in the reception area, and had four months to complete the work.

Cllr Geoff Holdcroft, Deputy Leader of Suffolk Coastal, and responsible for the Accommodation Project, said, “Emma has created a wonderful piece of art that we are very proud to display at East Suffolk House. It really complements the building and reflects the locality - we hope that staff and visitors alike will enjoy it.

“This was a very exciting project and we enjoyed seeing all the different ideas. It really brought to our attention just how skilled and talented our local artists in Suffolk Coastal are, and we wish them all the best for the future.”

Over 140 people attended the morning event and participated in short focused feedback sessions on each of the proposals. This will help inform the future shaping of proposals as they come forward in the planning process.

In the afternoon a free drop-in event continued from 1pm to 6pm. Over 300 local people came to view the displays and had the opportunity to talk to officers about what is great in the town and to feedback their ideas.

Helen Greengrass, Felixstowe Forward Change Director, said, “It was great to see so many business and community representatives attending the morning session and being part of important conversations about how to shape Felixstowe in the future. The feedback will be very useful in shaping proposals and helped clarify ideas. It was also good to see over 300 people turn out for the afternoon session and also give their feedback ”.

For further information, please contact Felixstowe Forward, based at Felixstowe Town Hall: Felixstowe.forward@eastsuffolk.gov.uk or telephone 01394 444577

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The pirates are coming The weekend of the 22nd and 23rd September will see Landguard Fort in Felixstowe invaded by over 100 re-enactors playing the parts of Dastardly Pirates, Brave Soldiers, Secretive Smugglers and Stoical Citizens as they go about their everyday business in the Fort.

You are invited to help the Constable or Revenue Man catch the villains, join in the dancing or take part in the games. Why not come in costume and take the King’s Shilling or sign the Pirate Ship’s Articles.

There will be special games and trails for the children and a prize for the best dressed child.

For those with a thirst, Templar Taverns will have quality wines, meads and ales.

For more information and news visit www.landguard.com Taking part are: Essex Militia (Pirates & children’s games) Capt. Candy and his crew of cut throats (pirates) Sir Marmaduke Rawdon’s Regiment of Foote Salmagundi – Musicians (playing all weekend – also have a caller for dancing)

Felix Stowaways – coming to do short performance

The English Civil War Society

Mordecai Viniger and the crew of the Nasty Tern

Colchester Historical Enactment Society

The Georgian Ladies

The Sealed Knot

East Norfolk Militia

The Naze Sea Shanty Singers

Constable Tony Cullen

Tempus Experienta

Smugglers

Billy Hurran

East Norfolk Regiment of Foot

Boa Vista.

WARNING there will be musket and cannon fire so please do not bring your dogs into the Fort, or nervous children for that matter.

Admission Prices: Adults (including EH members) £7.50; Concessions £6.50; Children £3.00 Or the equivalent in Dubloons or Pieces of Eight (variable depending on the exchange rate on the day of admission) Laurence Hendry – Landguard Fort

Walk with a Fork for Suffolk’s leading family charity Ormiston Families are holding their sixth annual Walk with a Fork event this September, with all proceeds going to support children and young people in the East of England facing complex life challenges.

Taking place at Helmingham Hall on Sunday 2nd September, the eight-mile walk is around the splendid location of Helmingham Hall gardens, hosted by Ormiston Families’ president, Lady Tollemache.

Lady Tollemache, says, “Walk with a Fork is a fantastic day out with a twist.

Walkers get to experience beautiful views, architecture and hidden valleys not usually seen by the public whilst enjoying a delicious selection of local food en route. As you explore the estate, local produce suppliers have created little food-stops - feasts for the eyes as well as the stomach - for all to enjoy and celebrate Suffolk at its finest.”

This year’s food producers include The Tea Rooms at Helmingham, Suffolk Salami, James White Drinks, Hill Farm Oils, Fairfields Farm Crisps, The Cheese and Pie Man, Alder Carr Farm, Betty & Miller Ltd, Morvend & MorBeans and much more.

Gavin Lamb, Fundraising Manager for Ormiston families, adds, “This is a hugely popular family day out and is welcome to all ages and abilities, even dogs. The event has been running for six years, and has raised over £43,000 to date, and we hope to reach the £50,000 milestone with even more tickets bought this year.”

The event is being sponsored by Aspall Cyder.

• A perfect day out for countryside and food lovers alike. Tickets cost £25 per adult and are free for children under five. To buy a ticket, visit www.ormiston.org/suffolkwalk 6

A Timeless Exhibition

‘Timeless’, a unique exhibition of images of Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe, will be at Bury St Edmunds historic Moyse’s Hall until September.

This stunning collection of rare vintage photographs and limited-edition prints has been hand-curated by Kudos Memorabilia for Moyse’s Hall, featuring some of the 20th Century’s greatest photographic artists and celebrating the remarkable life and career of Marilyn Monroe.

This new exhibition will be a rare opportunity to explore stunning portraits from Monroe’s early years as an aspiring actress and model through to her dazzling rise to international stardom. Alongside works from photographic luminaries like Alfred Eisenstaedt, Philippe Halsman, Cecil Beaton, Bert Stern, André de Dienes, George Barris and Milton Greene, the collection will also feature one of Marilyn’s treasured personal possessions, which was displayed in the living room of her famous Brentwood home, on 12305 Fifth Helena Drive, right up until her untimely death on August 5th, 1962.

Brian White from Kudos Memorabilia, who are specialist collectors of highend Hollywood memorabilia, comments on what inspired them to build this collection; “Her ethereal beauty, clarity of expression and emotional transparency all combine to portray a woman, who was simultaneously radiant, vulnerable, provocative, transcendent and yet somehow tangibly real. For us, Marilyn represents the pinnacle of female celebrity portraiture."

Situated in the beautiful Moyse’s Hall, this will be the first time many of these images will have been seen together in their original form. Highlights include original vintage photographs, shot and processed when Marilyn was alive, images that were once part of famous curated collections and historic limited edition prints produced and signed by the original photographic artists. This is a rare chance to witness such an extensive collection in the UK. "Marilyn Monroe is a unique and iconic celebrity, who invariably draws an extremely passionate response, whenever her photographic collaborations are shown” says Brian.

As the legendary photographer, Elliott Erwitt, once quipped, “Marilyn Monroe had the most extraordinary ability of always looking good for the camera...

It's really very difficult to take a bad picture of her!”

Marilyn Monroe: Timeless runs until Sunday 30th September 2018. The exhibition will be open Monday to Saturday, 10am – 5pm and Sunday, 12pm – 4pm with admission only £5 for adults and £3 for children.

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The Oddfellows: Past, present A Unique Establishment serving an Active Community and preparing for the future The Oddfellows’ Ipswich Branch is part of one of the largest friendly societies in the UK, with over 400 members locally.

Through friendship and social events, they help their members get more enjoyment out of life, and offer care, advice and support in times of need.

The Society prides itself on its historical roots. Their national archives hold over 200 years of genealogical, social and organisational history and they are available to members to browse and research any time. They can discover why the Oddfellows has been one of the UK’s leading friendly societies for over two centuries.

A few interesting facts include King William IV who in his early 20s, stumbled across an Oddfellows meeting at the Feathers Pub, Pimlico. Not only did he insist on becoming an instant member, but also became the Branch’s Chairman (Noble Grand). Who could say no to royalty? He became a lifelong member.

In 1893, in recognition of the Women’s Suffrage movement in the UK, female Branches (Lodges) were introduced to the Society, with equal membership status to men being granted in 1898. Ipswich’s female Lodge was named May Tollemache opened in 1896. William Orford White, Ipswich Mayor 1906-1907 was the Grand Master (National Oddfellows Chairman) in 1896.

Oddfellows is a ‘secret society’ without secrets. When societies such as Oddfellows were deemed illegal, and government informers were paid to infiltrate Branches (Lodges). Signs and passwords were essential to secure the safety and security of members. Many rituals continue to be used as part of the Society’s business, to honour our heritage.

While the past is important to the Society, the present has adapted to change and is truly in the 21st Century. Locally the Ipswich Branch upholds the motto “making friends, helping people” with a wide range of social events to enable members to make new friends, try out new activities and to support each other in times of illness or trouble. If you are interested in the history of the Society please pop in and viist Oddfellows in their High Street office.

Their attitude is forward thinking and they plan for the future. The Annual Conference debates many issues important for the continued success of the Society.

It costs £25 a year to join and become a member of Ipswich Branch.

Find out more at www.oddfellows.co.uk or call Lynne at Ipswich Branch 251867 or email ipswich.branch@oddfellows.co.uk

Get more out of life with the Oddfellows

The Ipswich Institute is one of the oldest establishments in town (founded in 1824) but it still keeps up with the times.

It is now the largest provider of Leisure Learning courses in the area and the number of those coming to learn without the pressure of exams and targets continues to rise. The Institute’s new Autumn Term programme of courses is bigger than ever.

But the Institute is more than just a leisure learning provider. For those that sign up as members there is a popular lending library housed in a comfortable Reading Room with echoes of its Victorian past, a restaurant and café and a programme of great talks and trips. For many, the Institute provides a great social community as well as a friendly place of learning.

Many visitors to the town have commented on the good fortune of Ipswich and the surrounding area in having such a gem at its centre. As the retail use of town centres diminishes, it seems the Institute has a key role in the move towards of a more leisure-based economy.

Details of membership and the programme of courses can be found on the Institute’s website at www.ipswichinstitute.org.uk or by emailing library@ipswichinstitute.org.uk The Institute welcomes visitors at any time to either of their two town centre buildings – at 15 Tavern Street and 13 Tower Street, Ipswich.

Events and activities to suit everyone Contact Lynne on 01473 251867 email lynne.wyatt@oddfellows.co.uk

The Oddfellows is the trading name of The Independent Order of Odd Fellows Manchester Unity Friendly Society Limited, incorporated and registered in England and Wales No. 223F. Registered Office: Oddfellows House, 184-186 Deansgate, Manchester M3 3WB

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n It would be a crime to miss this terrific new production An extremely talented all female cast brings the story of Maria Marten, and the true story of her murder in the Red Barn to life in Eastern Angles latest offering – Polstead.

The Murder in the Red Barn is one of those tales that is fixed in the history of Suffolk. A young woman killed by her lover William Corder, his subsequent trial and hanging, public outrage and fascination with the twists and turns

AIA grant for historic coal lorry

Ipswich Transport Museum’s ‘Co-Op’ restoration team are at it again.

Hot on the heels of completing the Newmarket Co-Op horse drawn bread van, museum volunteers are now planning to finish the restoration of a 1951 Morrison Electric Coal Lorry.

The lorry, which looks like a large milk float without a roof, was used by Ipswich Co-Op for over 30 years, and has been owned by the museum since it was withdrawn from service. Originally a cosmetic restoration to its bright red livery was planned, but Leo Brome and his team have secured a £7,000 grant from the Association of Industrial Archaeology, which will enable the vehicle to be made operational.

Leo said, “We are thrilled with the news that the AIA have decided to support our project. We’ve already completed a good deal of the restoration work, but there are several expensive jobs left to do, including overhauling the motor and control equipment, and fitting a new set of batteries.”

Co-op battery lorries were an everyday sight in Ipswich for decades. We tend to think of electric vehicles as modern ‘environmentally friendly’ technology, but floats like this have been around for well over half a century. They were used to deliver coal, milk, butchery and greengrocery door-to-door. Locally, Ransomes were pioneers in developing battery-electric lorries a hundred years ago.

Tasks already completed include renewal of the wooden ‘flat bed’ where the coal sacks were loaded, repairs and repainting of the chassis, and refurbishment of the cab area.

The electric lorries operated from the Co-Op coal yard in Derby Road. They were the largest electric vehicles in the fleet, with 25 horse power motors.

To carry the heavy coal loads, two pairs of wheels were fitted to the rear axle. The museum is keen to hear from anyone who worked on them or remembers them visiting their streets.

“We’d love to include a display of stories and tales about the Co-Op and their vehicles’ said museum chairman Bob Mellor. “We’ve already got a 1948 milk float and a 1966 greengrocery cart on display. The coal lorry will make a marvellous exhibit.”

Visitors will be able to keep tabs on the work as it progresses as the vehicle is displayed in the museum’s restoration zone, which is accessible to the public on museum open days.

The coal lorry is one of a number of restoration projects currently being undertaken by museum volunteers. Nearing completion are a 1939 Dennis Ace bus, a 1965 Scammell Scarab mechanical horse, and an 1880 Starbuck horse tram.

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of the plot. A visit to Moyses Hall Museum in Bury St Edmunds and you will find some gruesome mementos of Corder’s execution, but what about Maria Martin, who was she and how did she end up buried in the floor of a barn?

Beautifully written by Beth Flintoff, Polstead answers these questions, telling the story of Maria in the most dramatic and captivating way.

The strong acting and onstage chemistry sets the scene for what life was like to be a woman, struggling to make ends meet in the 1820s. And, unlike most tales about murder, the focus is very much on Maria, who doesn’t meet her assailant until just before the interval.

Polstead is an amazing piece of theatre that carries you along with twist and turns a plenty, you certainly don’t expect humour in a piece about such a brutal murder and yet it’s there, in just the right places and at just the right time. With a clever set design, fabulous lighting and music and brilliant costumes, this is one piece of theatre that will really move you.

Polstead is more than a murder tale it’s the story of women, and of how the struggles of life bring about the most strongly bonded friendships. Maria Martin was an amazingly strong young woman, who was born on the wrong side of the poverty line and yet managed to make ends meet, her only downfall was to meet a man who was evil to the core, who took advantage of her and ultimately took her life…

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New Mayor of Ipswich The new Mayor of Ipswich is Borough Councillor and lawyer Jane Riley.

Councillor Riley has begun her year of office, she said, “Being asked to be Mayor has made me feel very proud and humble. I love this town and I will do my best to represent all of the people of Ipswich.”

The new Mayor is “Ipswich born and bred” and went to Northgate Grammar School for Girls. Both her parents were teachers at Morland Road Primary School.

After attending Hull University and the College of Law in Chester she returned to Ipswich to work at Kerseys Solicitors, qualifying as a solicitor in 1988. She has been an Ipswich Borough Councillor for four years and is a founding trustee of Ipswich Film Theatre Trust, which was established in 2009 to run the twoscreen cinema in the Corn Exchange.

The Mayor said, “I shall be very proud to have my husband, Adam, as my Consort. I met Adam at university. We have three children, now grown up and living In London, Sheffield and Bristol.

“My chosen charity during my year in office is the newly founded Suffolk Law Centre and the theme of my Mayoral Year is ‘Making A Difference’.”

Outgoing Mayor Sarah Barber, who now serves as Deputy Mayor, thanked the people of Ipswich for supporting her during an “amazing year”.

“I have had some incredibly varied experiences and Luke, my husband and Consort, have particularly enjoyed having the opportunity to invite different groups to the Mayor’s Parlour.

“Last year, during my acceptance speech, I spoke about the example that my father’s military service gave me for the importance and traditions of civic service. During my year as Mayor I have had a different example of civic service given to me by the people of Ipswich, in the many voluntary organisations that work hard to make the lives of their neighbours better and improve their communities.”

Ford’s Focus

with Daniel Ford

For this month’s article I am going to right one of the great wrongs in the current era of British sport, an issue which is very close to my heart.

Ask the people of Britain if they know who Mo Farah and Jessica Ennis-Hill are and the majority of the population would be able to tell you, yet ask the same question about Adam Peaty and the number would be much reduced. The lack of publicity for Peaty is something that deeply angers me as a swimmer myself, and hence I am going to argue that I fact Peaty should be thought of on the same level as these athletics greats.

The scale of Peaty’s achievements are quite astounding given that he is only 23 and has already won World, European, Commonwealth and most importantly Olympic Gold. In fact in the 100 metres breaststroke he currently holds all of these titles simultaneously! This ferocious desire to win has proved pivotal to his success as he has relentlessly pushed on to try and maintain his astonishing standards, as he has dedicated his life to the sport and trains everyday as a result.

Peaty’s choice of stroke is also part of what makes him such a sporting hero. breaststroke is perhaps the most damaging stroke physically and has been known to lead to long-term knee problems due to the unnatural kick that it involves. Moreover, for this reason and others breaststroke is extremely unpopular among youth swimmers (including me!) and hence those that are able to perform it to a high standard deserve immense respect in my humble opinion.

More important than all of this though, and the main reason why Peaty deserves more respect, is the fact that he is mindblowingly fast! I’m a man who loves a stat and Peaty does not disappoint on this front. He holds both the 50 and 100 metre breaststroke world records and has broken his own world record twice in each event.

In the 50 metre event he broke his own world record twice in the same day, and by doing this also became the first man to go faster than 26 seconds in this event. Incredibly his 100 metre performances are even more incredible, he has the Top 10 fastest times ever in this event! That is an almost unbelievable achievement for any sport showing how he has become literally untouchable in this event.

So while the nation rightly fawns over Sir Mo and Dame Jess, make sure you do not forget the achievements of a certain Mr Peaty who may well be paying a visit to the Queen himself.

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Sign up for dog walk n Win tickets to see BGT to support "Take the favourites The Jive Aces Lead" campaign A campaign to prevent attacks on assistance dogs is being launched early next month – with two-legged and four-legged supporters meeting up in Ipswich’s Christchurch Park.

Ipswich24 are offering you the chance to get into the draw to win a pair of tickets to see the spectacular Jive Aces.

Their amazing “Jump, Jive & Wail” show with special guests Miss Amy Baker and the JiveSwing.com lindy hoppers is coming to the Spa Pavilion Theatre for one night only – Saturday 15th September from 7.30pm with tickets from just £16.

Renowned worldwide for their high-energy spectacular showmanship, for their viral video ‘Bring Me Sunshine’ and for being the first live band to reach the final rounds of ‘Britain’s Got Talent’, The Jive Aces have firmly established themselves the UK’s No.1 Jive & Swing band. Performing everywhere from the BBC to the Albert Hall, from Strictly Come Dancing to Buckingham Palace and next month at Felixstowe!

If you’d like to know more about this show or indeed any of the Spa’s shows throughout 2018 call the Spa Pavilion Box Office on 01394 284962. Go to www.felixstowespa.co.uk or follow @SpaPavilion on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Q The Jive Aces have performed all over including on a hugely popular TV talent competition was it? a) Britain’s Got Talent; (b) Pop Idol; (c) X Factor “Take the Lead” campaigners want to encourage responsible dog ownership to prevent attacks. Nationally, there are around 12 attacks on assistance dogs reported every month and not only is it extremely distressing for their owners it can also mean the dog can no longer work, leaving people isolated.

The Borough Council has been joined in the campaign by Guide Dogs UK, Suffolk Police, Ipswich Veterinary Centre, Jollyes pet superstore, Ipswich Central and Ipswich MP Sandy Martin.

Jollyes, of Commercial Park, Commercial Road, Ipswich, is hosting the campaign launch on Saturday 4th August. Visitors can collect free goodie bags for their pooches and the campaign will be officially launched by the Mayor of Ipswich, Jane Riley, at 11am.

Mr Martin is taking part in an unrehearsed blindfold walk around the town centre on Thursday 9th August while volunteers will be at a special stall on Ipswich Market to build up public support.

On Sunday 12th August a mass dog walk in Christchurch Park will be the launch week finale but the campaign will go on.

People wanting to take part in the dog walk can register their interest on the event’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ events/232774267326032/ and at the market stall.

Attacks on assistance dogs can have a serious impact on both dog and owner. It is not only the attacks themselves; it is also the waste of resources.

It costs a lot of money to train a dog, which are sometimes the only lifeline a person has.

This spring, two attacks on guide dogs were reported locally, leaving both dogs injured and the owners extremely upset. One said, “It’s not just an attack on your dog; it’s an attack on your independence.” Another owner faced heartbreak as her guide dog was forced to retire after being attacked no fewer than six times. Carolyn Allum, of Claydon, near Ipswich, is urging owners of other dogs to keep them under control at all times and is backing the new campaign.

The current amended Dangerous Dogs legislation states that “an attack on an assistance dog is classed as an attack on the person” and is therefore now a criminal offence. Dogs which attack, whether causing harm or not, are classed as being “dangerously out of control”.

For further information about the campaign contact Take the Lead organiser Alice Firbank, from the Borough Council’s communities team, on 01473 432224 or email at alice.firbank@ipswich.gov.uk

The Limeburners Willsham Road, Offton, IP8 4SF

WALKING WITH DINOSAURS Come and meet the terrifically rawsome Dinosaurs at the Offton Limeburners on 12th August

Time slots: 10am, 12pm, 2pm & 4pm — £5 per person — Fun for children and parents

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Events including a Murder Mystery Night (Rocky Horror style) A GIRLS NIGHT OUT (details to be confirmed) partners are welcome if you choose to bring them

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Summer Art Exhibition Felixstowe Museum needs YOU! The 141st Open Call Exhibition is open at Ipswich Art Gallery.

Organised by the Ipswich Art Society in collaboration with Ipswich Museums, the exhibition will display works selected by five judges after an open submission period.

This year, a selection of works by previous Anna Airy Award winners will also be included in the exhibition to celebrate more than 50 years of the award.

Anna Airy was one of the most distinguished painters of her generation and promoted opportunities for young artists to exhibit work in galleries.

The exhibition will be open until 23rd September at Ipswich Art Gallery, next to the Museum in High Street. Entry is free.

The award-winning Felixstowe Museum, located on the Landguard Peninsula, is looking for new volunteers.

The Museum is a real ‘hidden’ treasure - where adults and children alike can discover all sorts of amazing stuff in fourteen different display areas, from costumes and model planes, to fossils and toys. There are also special events, learning activities and new themed exhibitions each season.

More green flags and free family fun days Two Ipswich parks have again been awarded Green Flags.

Christchurch has now won 11 flags in succession; Holywells has chalked up eight in a row.

The national Green Flag award, which is made by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, recognises and rewards the best parks and green spaces in the country.

The Ipswich Green Flags were officially unfurled on Wednesday 18th July, outside the Reg Driver Visitor Centre in Christchurch Park, while Friends and staff at Holywells Park will celebrated in the Walled Garden.

Councillor Philip Smart, Ipswich Borough Council’s Parks & Open Spaces portfolio-holder, said, “Ipswich has some wonderful parks and open spaces and these latest awards demonstrate what our staff, Friends of the parks and volunteers can achieve for residents and visitors to enjoy.”

Meanwhile, Holywells Park is preparing for the series of FREE family fun days that are a big attraction over the summer.

A free Summer Cinema Fun Day takes place on Wednesday 1st August.

Bring a picnic and chairs to enjoy ‘Moana’ and ‘The Secret Life of Pets’.

An Active Fun Day on Wednesday 8th August and a Vehicle Fun Day on Wednesday 29th August complete the Holywells Park line-up but there is a fabulous Fun Day across town at Chantry Park on Friday 31st August.

All the fun days are free and from noon to 4pm.

Tina Hayward Independent Civil Celebrant —

Earlier this year, the Museum was named the ‘Best Small Visitor Attraction’ at the EADT (East Anglian Daily Times) EDP (Eastern Daily Press) Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism Awards 2018.

There is a wide variety of volunteering opportunities on offer, from welcoming and talking to visitors, helping out at our fun events, to administrative tasks and archiving. Learn new skills (or share your own), make new friends, gain a new hobby or maybe get some work experience.

Jan Willis, Chair of Felixstowe Museum says, “Volunteering at Felixstowe Museum is great fun, and we have a fantastic group of friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming volunteers. Whatever your experience we would love to hear from you.”

For more information about volunteering at Felixstowe Museum telephone 01394 674355 or email felmuseum@btopenworld.com www.felixstowemuseum.org

Record Breakers The Museum of East Anglian Life has just set its first Guinness World Record after successfully creating the Longest Suffolk Puff or yo-yo caterpillar.

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Throughout last year, over 350 museum visitors and members of the local community cut out fabric, sewed, gathered and threaded puffs onto strings. A total of 5864 puffs were finally strung together to make a caterpillar that measured 90 metres, 38 cm’s – that’s nearly four times the length of our 13th century barn!

Lisa Harris, Collections and Interpretation Manager says, “A Suffolk puff (British) or Yo-yo (American) is a circle of material gathered in on itself to form a smaller, double thickness, puffy circle. They were particularly popular with sewers in the 1920's and 30's when they could be joined together at the edges to make quilts. The technique has seen a revival in the last few years with many children in the 70’s and 80’s given toys made from puffs threaded onto elastic. We want to thank everyone that took part, whether at the Museum, as part of a group or in your own home. You’re all “Officially Amazing!"

If you’d like to see the caterpillar it will be on display in the museum until the 28th October.

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What’s on in August at Stonham Barns Visit Stonham Barns during August to see the fabulous Alex Morley Productions presenting the Amazon Jungle Adventure Show.

This is a fantastic family show featuring comedy, magic, circus skills and acrobatics. Held on Thursdays and Fridays July 26th/27th, August 2nd/3rd, 9th/10th, 16th/17th, 23rd/24th, 30th/31st.

Each performance will be at 2pm and lasts for 45 minutes. These will be lots of fun so come along and bring the whole family. Tickets available on the door are £8 children, £6 adults.

On Monday 6th until Sunday 12th August there is Dub Vacation which is a week long holiday for owners and lovers of VW’s. This is held annually and is ideal for families and groups of all ages.

It is great fun and there are activities every day and loads of workshops throughout the week including belly dancing, festival headband making, painting pottery, face painting, build a boxcar for the kids (indoor), drive-in movie, archery, axe throwing, hovercraft driving, volleyball and Zorb football.

There will also be children’s treasure hunt, children’s entertainers and climbing wall.

In the evenings there will be activities in the Barn which include quiz night, disco, lip sync battle, karaoke and Saturday night live band. There will also be lots of food and drink available. The price includes camping charges and entertainment every evening and most of the workshops and activities throughout the week. This is a great family week so book now and look forward to a fun holiday at Stonham Barns. For ticket prices and more information visit www.dubvacation.com/ Also at Stonham Barns is the Classic Car Show which is on Sunday 19th August from 10am until 4pm. There will be a large range of Classic Cars, Classic Bikes and Trucks on show along with Car Club Owners Stands, autojumble, trade stands, numerous food outlets, bar, fun entertainment and children’s play zone. Entry prices on the gate are £7.50 per person, concessions £5.00, 5 -16 years £2.50. Exhibiting drivers / under 5’s FREE. If you would like to enter your car registration forms can be obtained by contacting Ray Whitton on 01394 382295 or email ray68w@btinternet.com.

The next show this month on Friday 24th until Monday 27th is Knuckle Busters at the Barns an exciting new show that includes Hot Rods, Classic, American Cars and Bikes. This is a joint weekend event with The Knuckle Busters UK Car Club that is ideal for those interested in Rockabilly music and Hot Rodding. On Saturday night there will be live music in the Barn. On Sunday there will be the Show ‘n’ Shine Show, why not enter your car to win a trophy or just come along and see the fabulous cars on display. There will also be trade area, food court and live music.

Full weekend tickets £36.00 include camping and entertainment. Show ‘n’ Shine entry Adults £8, 5-16 year olds £5.00. Under 5’s FREE. Car entries car and driver FREE (Passengers £8 & £5).

Sunday night entertainment entry £5.00.

And finally on Thursday 30th August until Sunday 2nd September there is Barn Fest 18, Suffolk’s NEW Country & Irish Music Festival. Come along for the weekend where you will find a fabulous variety of live music to listen and dance to. There will also be plenty of food and drink to give you energy to keep dancing. Weekend tickets are £50 per person. To book or for more information call Pat Murphy on 01449 677405 or 07973 474831.

For all the shows dogs are welcome but must be kept on leads.

• For more information about these or any others shows visit www.stonhambarns.co.uk or telephone 01449 711111.

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SUMMER HOLIDAYS

The heat is on at S.O.S! n The last few weeks of exceptional weather have proved slightly uncomfortable for the humans working at the Suffolk Owl Sanctuary!

Picnics are welcome throughout the centre and wheelchair accessible tables are provided.

On August 30th. a fully qualified and experienced BSL signing interpreter will be in residence to assist with all aspects of the visitor experience. Deaf visitors and their support workers can enjoy free admission to the sanctuary for this special event - please contact the admin office on 0345 680 7897 if you would like tickets in advance for your group or family.

The owls and other birds of prey, however, seem to take the soaring temperatures in their stride. All birds are equipped with the physiology to regulate temperature, whether cold or hotter weather conditions prevail.

Birds have a naturally higher body temperature than many other creatures and on very hot days they display several behaviours to help them keep cool. Visitors to the sanctuary may notice some of the birds panting - standing with open mouth helps birds to cool down. Spreading and puffing feathers also helps to reduce body temperature by allowing air to circulate around the skin. Birds also hold their wings away from their bodies to help to lower temperature.

Water baths are provided for all birds in all weathers for preening and cleaning feathers - in the recent hot spell several birds have been standing in their baths to keep cool. Bare skin patches on legs, feet and faces allow greater heat loss that the feathered areas of the body; even a fleshy eye ring can help to dissipate heat. Some birds can even swell such patches to increase their surface area if they need to cool off quickly.

During the flying displays, some birds will also soar at higher altitudes on the hottest days, searching out the higher, cooler air. The displays continue, thrice a day, during the summer and continue until the end of September.

The sanctuary also offers meerkat talks twice daily and the Woodland Walk, red squirrel colony, indoor interactive Discovery Centre, inclusive play area and mini maze and sensory garden are all available for the enjoyment of visitors.

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Looking forward to the school summer holidays, admission to the owl sanctuary will include free face painting for all children and a short magic show!

• For further details please telephone 0345 680 7897 or email info@owlbarn.co.uk.

Theatre in the Forest

The fantastic Red Rose Chain theatre company return to bring you Theatre in the Forest! And this year is going to be incredible as they take on Shakespeare’s most madcap comedy, Much Ado About Nothing amongst the trees at Jimmy’s Farm. Theatre in the Forest is an ideal introduction to Shakespeare for all-ages and a must-see for any fan. Join Red Rose Chain for this unforgettable experience and story full of comedy, courage and courtship! Much Ado About Nothing - Theatre in the Forest at Jimmy’s Farm from 1st until 26 August. To book tickets contact the Box Office on 01473 603388 or visit www.redrosechain.com

Ferry Fest Felixstowe

Four fabulous days of live music, art and craft, dance, theatre, ceilidh, food and drink, beachcombing, picnics, pirates and more!

A celebration of arts and the community all in the wonderful natural setting of Felixstowe Ferry.

Music from The Craze and J.S. and the Lockerbillies, piratethemed family fun day, wildlife walks, photography workshop and exhibition, beer and cider festival, Push the Boat Out and storytelling.

Ferry Fest takes place from Friday 24th until Monday 27th August at various locations at Felixstowe Ferry for more information visit www.ferryfestfelixstow.wixsite.com/portal

Festival of Classics

Join in the fun on Sunday 5th August at Helmingham Hall Gardens for one of the largest displays of classic and sports cars in East Anglia, making a wonderful day out not just for the car enthusiast but the whole family. With over 900 vehicles taking part representing the last 10 decades of motoring history, this festival really has something for everyone to enjoy. During the day a selection will parade down the main driveway enabling visitors to enjoy the sights and sounds of these fabulous classic and sports cars. As well as this impressive display of vehicles there will be main ring entertainment, craft and trade stalls, birds of prey, lots of live music, dancing and great local food and drink! Open from 10am until 5pm at Helmingham Hall Gardens, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6EF. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Adult ticket is £9.00, child £4, under 7s go free and family ticket £22.00.

For more information telephone 01473 890799 or visit www.helmingham.com

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Courses can be run to suit your needs from birthday parties to overnight adventures, for more information visit the website at The Suffolk Owl Sanctuary Stonham Barns, Stonham Aspal IP14 6AT Tel: 03456 807 897 www.owl-help.org.uk

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Stand-by for Take Off!

Winner of the best Family Tourism Event in Norfolk & Suffolk and with the theme “Fly Me to the Moon”, the 2018 Aldeburgh Carnival will take off over the weekend of 18th - 20th August.

Traditional favourites will return with Punch & Judy, Egg Boat Race on the model yacht pond, Rides for the children including the famous gallopers, Lollipop hunt on the beach, ‘Colour it in’ competition, face painting and Duck Races, will also be there followed by the popular 10 Km run, children’s races and the swimming competition.

Songs of Praise will be another notable event with a special seaside atmosphere.

All the popular attractions are included again this year, plus, some new events including an expanded Musical Saturday.

The three days will be a kaleidoscope of entertainment, music, competitions and spectacle leading up to Monday's Grand Parade, led by Carnival Queen Taylor-Page Briggs and a Military Band.

Entertainment continues continue into the evening with arena displays before the famous emotive Chinese Lantern Procession and the emotive lantern procession, all rounded off with very special fireworks.

Aldeburgh Carnival is fortunate to be supported by a wealth of local businesses and organisations, funds raised are ploughed back into arranging the Carnival, and allows organisers to support other local charities and organisations every year with donations from the proceeds.

This is the 76th Carnival in its current format, bigger, better and more colourful than ever, but still organised by a dedicated team of volunteers.

For a grand three days out at the seaside, come to Aldeburgh Carnival.

Programmes with the timetable, entry forms and parking advice will be on sale in Aldeburgh and district from early July or through the website at www.aldeburghcarnival.com. Join in all the fun at the seaside!

Hornby Collectors Day at the Middy

SUMMER HOLIDAYS

Come feed the animals at Baylham Farm

Throughout the summer holiday there is always so much to do at Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm. Explore the lair of the Giant Woozle Snark – can you find her before she finds you?

Help to feed the hens and collect their eggs; sit with the bunnies in the bunny barn; or maybe you want to help to groom the Farm’s ponies, donkeys, goats or even the pigs! All of these activities are available every day throughout the school holidays. Situated in the beautiful Suffolk countryside, on the banks of the River Gipping, the farm is a delight for animal and countryside lovers alike. All your favourites are here, waiting to mount a charm offensive in the hope of a little food and attention.

Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm is six miles north west of Ipswich, off the B1113 between Great Blakenham and Needham Market.

It 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 for tea, cake, light lunches and refreshments.

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

Sunday 5th August sees the return of the ever popular Hornby Collectors Day at The Mid Suffolk Light Railway, where there will be a selection of the iconic Dublo 3-rail and 2-rail layouts together with ‘O’ gauge and Meccano displays from the late lamented Liverpool Company.

Plus for the first time, the Middy will be hosting the Vintage Tractor Club, who will be showing a selection of ancient and interesting machines. Also later in the afternoon, there will be a visit from the Ipswich Vintage Motorcycle Club. For anyone interested in agricultural history and/or how their fathers and grandfathers took to the road on two wheels, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

As ever, visitors will be able to enjoy steam train rides in genuine 4-wheel Victorian coaches and all the Middy attractions, Museum, Restoration Shed, cafe, souvenir shop and real ale bar will be open to make it a great day out for all the family.

For more information visit www.mslr.org.uk

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SUMMER HOLIDAYS

Make a Splash this Summer

Summer Fun

Well it has certainly been an amazing start to the summer with many of us heading to the beach but will it last?

Aqua Park Suffolk launches at Alton Water for its first super soaking season with special guest Michaela Doherty of Jimmy’s Farm and a pledge to support local charity, The East Anglian Air Ambulance.

Michaela Doherty cut the ribbon to officially open the park and The East Anglian Air Ambulance, Aqua Park Suffolk’s chosen charity, attended with a critical care paramedic (CCP) to show support for the event and offer some first aid training.

Michaela Doherty, Managing Director of Jimmy’s Farm, said, “As a mum myself, the park is ideal for families looking for a fun and active experience to enjoy together this summer. I’m sure the park will attract lots of local people looking for something a little bit different during the school holidays.”

Open now until the 9th September 2018, Aqua Park Suffolk is a staggering 8000 square metres and features a 72 exciting obstacles, including climbing walls, trampolines, balance bars, rockers, rollers and the UK’s biggest slides. Whatever the weather, Aqua Park Suffolk will offer one of the most entertaining ways to enjoy the Great British outdoors this summer.

Due to the high interest already received, visitors are encouraged to prebook at www.aquaparksuffolk.co.uk to avoid disappointment. Tickets for the park are priced at £20 for a 50-minute session on the water.

As an active attraction, visitors to Aqua Park Suffolk need to be ready for the physical challenge and must be aged eight and over 1.2m tall and able to swim 50 metres unaided in a buoyancy vest to take part. Buoyancy vests are provided, and wetsuits are included in the ticket price.

Fear not, as Pennikkity Pots Ceramic Café based in the heart of Ipswich will be celebrating ‘Beach Life’ this school holidays. Whether it’s the great British seaside or tropical paradise islands you dream of they have it all covered, from mermaids and seashells to flamingos and pineapples.

Pottery painting is a great activity for children of all ages from tiny newborn footprints, to toddlers and teens alike. But it’s not just for the kids! Relax and unwind while painting and enjoy something yummy from the onsite café menu. No seaside treat would be complete without ice cream or maybe a milkshake.

Every Wednesday during August Pennikkity Pots will be holding creative workshops in their upstairs Party Room, so places will be limited. All the workshops will be suitable for both adults and children. If any under seven years wish to attend, the friendly staff will advise on suitability as they will need hands on help from an adult. Contact the studio to pre book on 01473 216865.

PLEASE NOTE THESE WORKSHOPS DO NOT AFFECT THE MAIN PAINTING STUDIO

Wednesday 1st August 11.00am – Fish in a bag!

Slime is back and we are making a magical glittery slime with all the fun of the fair, activity includes all materials and recipe. £8 pp 2.00pm – Ice Cream Cones. Work with our in house ceramicist to make your very own ceramic 3D hanging decorations, truly unique and loads of fun. £15 pp

Wednesday 8th August

11.00am – Mermaid Plates. Paint with one of our talented artists and create your own sparkly plate, learn new techniques and use our magical range of glazes. £12pp 2.00pm – Sea Creatures. Our ceramicist will assist you to make your very own ceramic creature, a hands on experience moulding & painting with clay. £15 pp

Wednesday 15th August

11.00am – ‘Bubble’ the Octopus! Guaranteed fun painting with bubbles! £12pp 2.00pm – Mobiles. Fishy fun using drift wood and clay, we are going to make super cool mobiles plus exploring the range of magical finishing glazes on offer. £15 pp

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SUMMER HOLIDAYS

Summer fun in the holidays The long school summer holiday is about to begin and Ipswich Borough Council is making sure youngsters have plenty to enjoy.

The Council has offered free iCards for all five to 16 year olds either living in Ipswich or attending a state school in the town so they can take part in a range of sports activities – including roller-skating, swimming and racquet sports - all for FREE!

If parents or carers have not applied for one already they can do so now at www.ipswichfit.com.uk/summerholidayicard The Council is also extending the community summer holiday programme in local parks, so many activities will come to you!

As well as the firm favourites of football and basketball they have added some fun on inflatables, a climbing wall, bubble football, battlezone archery, bazooka ball and xtreme dodgeball. Have a look at all the activities, when and where they are taking place at www.ipswichfit.co.uk/ summer-holiday-programme.

Amazon Adventure

A cheeky gorilla, acrobatic tumble monkeys and a tribe of jungle dancing girls all await visitors to Alex Morley Productions’ new show at Stonham Barns for the summer.

The Amazon Jungle Adventure Show will be a fun-filled spectacle for all the family featuring hilarious comedy, acrobatic skills and mindblowing illusions. Join explorers Alex and Robbie James as they go in search of the mystical pearl of Amazonia and have plenty of fun along the way.

The show follows on the heels of Alex’s sell-out Pirate Adventure Show at Stonham Barns which took place earlier in the year. Alex said, “We cannot wait to return to Stonham Barns this summer as we had so much fun at Easter with our pirate show and this show is looking to be one of our best ever productions.”

Before and after the show there will be drinks and ice cream available.

There will be refreshments available in the Bistro and there will also be popcorn, candy floss and children’s jungle themed toys available.

The 45-minute how will run every Thursday and Friday throughout the summer holidays from July 26th until August 31st at 2pm each day. Tickets are priced at £8 for children and £6 for adults. For more information visit www.stonhambarns.co.uk or telephone 01449 711111.

There is always lots to see at Ipswich Museum and Art Gallery and Christchurch Mansion. Entry is free (there is a charge for some events) and the variety of permanent displays means there is lots to discover, from Wool-I-Am and the Egyptian Gallery at Ipswich Museum, to the grand interior in Christchurch Mansion.

You can also explore and be inspired with a series of Around the World events this summer. For four weeks from Tuesday 31st July until Thursday 23rd August there is lots for youngsters to discover. And there is the popular Ask the Expert day on 22nd August at Ipswich Museum – it’s free, just drop in between 10am and 3pm.

Bourne Beach in the town’s Bourne Park will be a big attraction over the summer, along with the fabulous water feature and play area in Holywells Park. In addition, the children’s play area in Christchurch Park is a great place to take the kids.

Suffolk Wildlife Trust has a range of outdoor activities over the summer in Ipswich parks. If you fancy being a young warden or getting close to nature, go to www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org For a full round-up of events go to www.ipswich.gov.uk/schoolholidays

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caravaning

Holidays on the move for beginners Now the children are on their school holidays and the weather is sunny, it’s an ideal time to get away and enjoy the fantastic scenery that Britain has to offer, and what better way than a caravan holiday.

Club’s Practical Caravanning Courses, which are designed for participants who are contemplating towing for the first time, or who have very little practical experience.

Next you will need to get yourself some towing mirrors.

The law requires that you have an adequate view down both sides of the outfit, and there are very few likely combinations of car and caravan which will give a legally ‘adequate’ view without extension mirrors, even if you tow with a large 4x4.

In any case, the addition of extension mirrors will always improve your view, and thus your safety and that of other road users.

We are so lucky as our beautiful country has everything from amazing beaches to peaceful woodlands, and packing your stuff into your own caravan and exploring what’s on offer is very appealing, however if you’ve never towed a caravan or visited a campsite it can seem a little daunting.

So to give you some advice, Ipswich24 spoke to the Caravan and Motorhome Club to find out their top tips for the beginner.

Firstly, if you are considering buying a caravan but you have never towed before, (with a little practice on your own you can soon pick up the skills required), however you will probably learn more quickly with some tuition. There are many instructors offering towing tuition, including the

Modern Caravans have sinks and bathroom facilities and that mean that you will need water, and unless you are on a pitch that has a direct water supply, it means that you will need to collect at least 23Kg of H2O from the tap to your caravan per person. The easiest way of carrying water, is in a rolling barrel water carrier such as an Aquaroll or Water Porter. A short length of food-grade filler hose with rubber nozzles that fit over the tap is handy for directing the water cleanly from the tap into the water carrier.

Virtually all new caravans use 12-volt water pumps and whichever unit is used, it’s important to dunk the pump in the water supply and shake it about under water before plugging the inlet in, to eliminate air locks.

Lastly a note about storing your caravan, nowhere is safe from a determined thief. The majority of caravans are stolen from storage compounds, closely followed by the home address. Thefts occur all year round, with newer caravans seeming the most vulnerable. To avoid becoming another insurance statistic, and to meet most insurers’ acceptance conditions, certain precautions should be taken. Many security devices are available, from wheelclamps to hitchlocks, alarms to sophisticated tracking systems.

If Caravanning is something you like the idea of but you are unsure if it’s for you then why not try before you buy? There are many companies that offer caravan hire, and it’s a great way to dip your toe in the water before you commit to a purchase.

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Pop Goes Babe, The SheepPig, cast announced Decades!

The Mercury Theatre Colchester announce the cast for their wonderful summer extravaganza, Dick King-Smith’s heartwarming tale, Babe, The Sheep-Pig. When Farmer Hoggett wins Babe, an orphaned piglet, at the village fair he has no idea about the incredible series of events he has begun.

Adopted by Hoggett’s faithful sheepdog, Fly, the little pig soon settles into farmyard life. But as he begins to find his place amongst the animals, a sudden threat to the sheep flock gives Babe a taste for the thrills of herding and his life is changed forever.

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The award winning “Just Jay Dance” are back with their brand-new show “POP GOES DECADES!” Nine years ago “Just Jay Dance” started up as a dance company for children and adults before forming a super group within the company that have gone from strength to strength supporting other various artists such as ‘Shalamar’ and X factors ‘Reggie N Bollie’ and ‘Rough Copy’. Since then they have continued their success with opening a dance school, headlining festivals and performing productions throughout the year.

After their two sold out “POPTASTIC!” summer tours in 2016, magical “Pop Goes Christmas!” in 2017, “Just Jay Dance” are back with their 2018 smash hit show “POP GOES DECADES!” before heading off on their autumn tour!

This family production is pulling out all the stops to make it a show to remember. Travelling through the decades with stunning choreography, live vocals and audience interaction - this performance is for the whole family and not to be missed!

From the “The Beatles” to “The Bee Gees”, “Whitney” to “Wham!” and “Taylor Swift” to “Little Mix” there really is something for everyone!

POP GOES DECADES!” will be at The Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge for two performances on Saturday 15th September. To book tickets visit www.ticketsource.co.uk/justjaydance or call 07523 286994 to get more information about the show or group/school discounts.

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Ipswich24 has got four tickets to see POP GOES DECADES! to give away to a lucky reader. To be in with a chance if winning this amazing prize, just send your answer to the following question, along with you name, address and a contact telephone number to: Just Jay Dance Competition, Ipswich24, 12A Britannia Road, Ipswich, IP4 4PE alternatively you enter online at www.ipswich24.co.uk. The closing date for entries is Friday 31st August 2018.

Q. Where can you see Just Jay Dance’s amazing POP GOES DECADES! Show on Saturday 15th September?

It’s not long before Babe is accompanying the Farmer to the fields every day, and to his delight Hoggett finally asks the question: does this little piglet have what it takes to become a real Sheep-Pig? In a version by David Wood, ‘the national children’s dramatist’ (The Times), based on the classic children’s novel by Dick King-Smith that warmed our hearts as an Oscar-winning film, Babe, The Sheep-Pig is the perfect summer treat – a farmyard adventure packed with music, puppetry, love and laughter.

Join us for an uplifting family tale of the heights a little pig can reach when an unsuspecting Farmer believes in him.

Leading the cast is Jonathan Cobb as the titular character. Jonathan recently starred in The Grinning Man (Trafalgar Studios) as part of the original West End cast. Joining him is Heather Pheonix who will be playing Mrs Hoggett.

Heather’s expansive theatre credits include Watch It Sailor! (Theatre by the Lake, Keswick), Sugar Daddies (Oldham Coliseum and Harrogate Theatre) and Moll Flanders (Salisbury Playhouse). Taking on the role of Farmer Hoggett is Gareth Clarke, whose West End credits include, Ghost Stories (Arts Theatre), Private Lives (Vaudeville Theatre and Royal Alexandra Theatre, Toronto) and Blithe Spirit (Apollo Theatre and UK tour).

Playing Babe’s canine companion, Fly, is Jessica Dyas. Jessica starred in the West End and No 1 Tour of Dreamboats and Petticoats (Playhouse) and has recently starred in Winters Tale (Northern Broadsides).

Joining them in this heart-warming farmyard adventure are a band of fantastic actor-musicians including Ebony Feare (Alice's Adventures In Wonderland), Rachel Hammond (The Hostage, Made in Dagenham and The Comedy of Errors at Mountview Academy), Joseph Tweedale (A View From The Bridge).

Finally, familiar face, James Peake returns to the Mercury, this time in the role of Turkey/Puppy and other roles. James played Nanna in last year’s summer show Peter Pan (Mercury Theatre Colchester).

Babe, The Sheep Pig will be directed by Katie Posner, Katie was previously the Associate Director at Pilot Theatre and most recently directed Swallows and Amazons at Storyhouse, Chester.

• Babe, The Sheep Pig will play at the Mercury Theatre Colchester from Friday 27 July until Sunday 26 August. Tickets are available from £12. For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit www.mercurytheatre.co.uk or call 01206 573948.

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Theatre school gives children confidence iPerform an exciting performing arts school where your child can have fun learning to perform, gaining confidence for future life skills and performance opportunities on a world famous West End Stage!

Headed by musical theatre professionals, Sara Foley and Victoria Hall, who both studied at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts and have both had successful stage careers, iPerform teaches dance, drama and singing to children from the age of four to sixteen.

At iPerform the children don't just learn how to dance and sing, they also get an insight into how musical theatre works as Sara and Victoria pass on their wealth of knowledge to these budding stars of the future.

Opportunities to appear at a world famous London Theatre will be offered to iPerform pupils through their association with the 'Young Performers' children's production company who

have been staging Sunday Gala Performances for 20 years playing host to thousands of young performers from all over the UK and Europe, gaining iPerform pupils an enjoyable, educational and life long memory of their appearance.

An end of term performance is produced each term to showcase all work to a live audience.

At iPerform it is all about building confidence in their pupils, working both to their strengths in their performance and encouraging children to do something new and challenging.

So, if your child aspires to the stage and musical theatre contact iPerform where they are building the performers of the future and the confidence skills to succeed in life! iPerform have places available for this September.

Term starts on 15th September.

For more information and bookings contact Sara Foley on 07702 031519 or email her at: iperformacademy@hotmail.com

Goodbye to artistic director

After six years as Artistic Director and Joint Chief Executive of the Mercury Theatre Colchester, Daniel Buckroyd is leaving to take up a new challenge as Artistic Director and Chief Executive of the Exeter Northcott Theatre.

Daniel’s tenure as the Mercury’s Artistic Director has seen a strong period of growth, with overall audiences up by 20% and the theatre’s innovative Creative Learning & Talent programme engaging more young people, community groups and emerging artists than ever before.

Daniel established Made in Colchester in 2013, programming 51 in-house productions since then and directing 20, including UK tours of The Butterfly Lion, End Of The Rainbow and Turn of the Screw and the regional premieres of Betty Blue Eyes and Clybourne Park. He has written four record-breaking Mercury pantos, and directed the hugely popular UK tour of Spamalot, which also visited South Korea where it won an award for Best International Musical. Since 2013, in Colchester and on tour, over 500,000 tickets have been purchased for Made in Colchester productions. In 2017 the Mercury was shortlisted for Regional Theatre of the Year by The Stage newspaper.

Daniel Buckroyd said, “I’m immensely proud of the work that we’ve produced and presented over the last six years, both here at the Mercury and on tour around the UK, and I’m grateful for the support of the theatre’s Board and funders, the creativity and dedication of the Mercury’s amazing staff team and the imagination and talent of the many hundreds of artists who’ve joined us on the adventure.”

Kathleen Hamilton, Chair of the Board of Trustees said, “The Mercury Theatre has benefited greatly from Daniel’s artistic leadership, and we wish him well in taking up his new post at the Northcott. Daniel’s vision and practice have developed the role and scope of the work of the Mercury over the past six years and the growth of audiences and participants is testimony to this.

“The Mercury is known in the theatre industry for the high quality of its productions, and this is due in no small part to Daniel’s fine work as Artistic Director. As the Mercury embarks on its major capital work we are in a strong position to build on Daniel’s particular and much appreciated contribution.”

Daniel will continue as Artistic Director of the Mercury Theatre until August 2018. The theatre is fully programmed until the summer of 2019, and Daniel will continue to write this year’s Mercury pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.

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Come Follow the Band!

n TMG at Snape Maltings — “Remembrance and Renewal”

The full symphony orchestra and choir of Trianon Music Group are delighted to be performing at Snape Maltings Concert Hall on Saturday 15th September at 7.30pm.

“Remembrance and Renewal” will beyond 1918 to women’s suffrage commemorate the end of the Great with Ethel Smyth’s The March of the War and serves as a companion Women and the dawn of the jazz programme to the highly successful age, with Shostakovich’s Tahiti Trot, and much praised 2014 concert by better known as “Tea for Two”.

Trianon which marked the beginning Tickets available from the Trianon of the conflict. ticket line on 01394 283170 or

Following their sell-out performances of Made In Dagenham in May, Stowmarket Operatic and Dramatic Society are now presenting their next show, Come Follow the Band, a spectacular selection of songs from the stage and screen with some favourite classic pop songs in the mix, all performed with a live band.

Performances are at the John Peel Centre, Stowmarket from 22nd until 25th August, at 7.30, with a matinee at 2.30pm on Saturday 25th.

• Tickets are available from the John Peel Centre Box Office: 01449 774678 (open from 10am - 2pm Mon to Fri). For more information visit www.stowmarketoperatic.org.uk

Ipswich's Robin hangs up his dancing shoes All-time favourite Strictly pro and Ipswich boy to close tour in his hometown…

BBC Strictly Come Dancing’s all-time favourite professional, Robin Windsor, has decided to hang up his dancing shoes, after a long and successful career and he plans to go out with a bang!

Robin is honoured to be able to perform the last show of his Farewell Tour in his hometown of Ipswich, in what will be a very emotional evening for the dancer.

Robin, who was part of the hit TV show for five years, and whose celebrity partners included Patsy Kensit, Anita Dobson, Lisa Riley, and Deborah Meaden, is excited to create a show that will be action packed and energetic to match his personality!

Robin is no stranger to touring, having been involved in many shows over the years including Burn the Floor, on Broadway and the West End, Puttin’ on the Ritz, Keep Dancing, and most recently Dance to the Music, with former Strictly Come Dancing professional Kristina Rihanoff.

However, Windsor feels that now is the right time to concentrate on other things. One of which is visiting dance schools around the country, teaching people to dance because he says “Dancing is what makes people happy! My aim is to get the entire country up and dancing!”

THE ALL FUN FAREWELL TOUR takes the popular dancer across the country, 29 shows over five weeks, and Robin says it will be “full of fun, cheeky chat, plenty of sparkles, and superb dancing!”

Tickets are now on sale directly through the theatres or at www.robinwindsortour.com There are also a limited number of VIP tickets available at most venues, where people can meet Robin before the show and have photo opportunities.

Robin Windsor - The All Fun Farewell Tour will be at the Ipswich Regent Theatre on 22nd November to book tickets visit www.ipswichregent.com or telephone the Box Office on 01473 433100.

The programme will feature music from Great Britain, France, Russia and Germany including Duruflé’s Requiem, Gustav Holst’s Jupiter from The Planets suite, extracts from Karl Jenkins’ The Armed Man and Requiem and Vaughan Williams’ A London Symphony. The “renewal” element of the programme will look

07876 787029 or from the Snape Maltings Box Office, in person, by phone on 01728 687110 or online at www.snapemaltings.co.uk. Tickets from £14, concessions from £12 and under 16s from £7.

• Visit www.tmg.org.uk for more details.

Tickets from £14, with concessions from £12 and under-16s £7 Available from Trianon Ticket Line: 01394 283170 or 07876 787029, or from Snape Maltings Box Office: In person, by phone: 01728 687110 or online: www.snapemaltings.co.uk, or in person from Aldeburgh Cinema

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Every Monday

Zumba Gold (low impact, easier level) St Francis Church Hall, Hawthorn Drive, 2pm, (50 mins, followed by optional free teas/coffees) Beginners Ballroom and Latin Class, Kesgrave High School, Main Road, Kesgrave, 7pm, Tel: Sharon (AISTD) 07946 347167; Graham (AISTD) 07790 230651. All levels welcome. No partner necessary, £5 Zumba, 10am, Rosary Conservative Club, Bramford Road (1 hour class) Ipswich Croquet Club from 1pm at Fynn Valley Golf Club , Witnesham. Info or to book free taster session, contact fran@franrousham.plus.com or 01394 671642 Zumba, Westbourne Academy, Marlow Road, 7.30pm Little Playmakers, interactive craft and rhyme time session for under 5s and their grown-ups. Kesgrave Community Centre, Twelve Acre Approach, Kesgrave, IP5 1JF, 9.30am–11am (Term time only).

Yoga Class, at Thomas Wolsey School, Defoe Road, Ipswich,7.30-9.00pm. Exercise & relaxation to promote health & wellbeing. All ages and abilities welcome.

Info or bookings call 01473 690762.

Body Moves & Dance Class, with Linda, St James Catholic Church Hall, 482 Landseer Rd, Ipswich, 7.45pm - 9.15pm. A Fun & Friendly class, try a free taster session for more info Call Linda 01394 273033 Badminton, Sidegate Lane Community Centre Ipswich 7.30pm -10pm £2.50 per session new members welcome for info contact Ann 01473 726423 Pilates, Sidegate Lane Community Centre, Ipswich, 1.45pm - 2.45pm, £5 per class, New members welcome. For further details contact 07763 456078.

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 please contact Adrian on 01473 464920 Ballroom and Latin Class, Goals Centre, Suffolk New College, Grimwade Street, Ipswich, IP4 1LT, 6.30pm 7.30pm, 01473 251323, 07736306519 Suffolk Promenaders Square Dance Club Rushmere Village Hall, Humber Doucy Lane, Ipswich, 7.30pm - 10pm, Only £3.00, tea and coffee provided, Contact 01473 415785 or 01473 422663 for further details.

Badminton, Suffolk New Academy Sports Centre, Birkfield Drive, Ipswich, 6pm - 7pm, Beginners and experienced players welcome, Come along for your free first session or call/text Gill 07706 044861 or Peter 07802 173041 for more information.

Ipswich Croquet Club, Fynn Valley Golf Club, from 1pm. Beginners always welcome. Tel: 01394 671642 or fran@franrousham.plus.com

Every Tuesday

FREE Lawn Bowling Sessions at Holywells Park every Tuesday night at 6pm. Flat shoes are essential. All bowls provided. Come and have a try. Call Brian Reeder on 07971 716728 Little Playmakers, interactive craft and rhyme time session for under 5s and their grown-ups. Martlesham Community Hall, Felixstowe Road, Martlesham, IP12 4PB, 9.45am–11.30am (Term time only).

Short Mat Bowls. Pinewood Community Centre, Hawthorne Drive, Ipswich. 10am-12 noon. Beginners and experienced players are most welcome, £3 per session. Details Yvonne Beaumont 01473 411210.

Ipswich Croquet Club, from 6pm at Fynn Valley Golf Club, Witnesham. For info or for free taster session, contact fran@franrousham.plus.com or 01394 671642 Carpet Bowls, Nacton Village Hall, IP10 0EU, 7.30pm, Come and have a go. First three visits free, then £2 per evening if you like us and want to stay, A sociable and fun evening, just turn up!

Craft Club, The Salvation Army Priory Centre, Queens Way, Ipswich, 10am – 12pm, A relaxed friendly group for all abilities. Sewing, knitting, crochet and other crafts, £1 per session, Refreshments and lunch available, for more info 01473 710721, ipswich.priory@salvationarmy.org.uk 22

Do you have one hour for Fun? Music? Dance? Join Jane of Suffolk Keep Fit Association at Woodbridge Community Centre Woodbridge. 9.45am - 10.45am, Contact Jane 07860 824747 Carpet Bowls, Sidegate Lane Community Centre, Ipswich, 7.30pm – 10pm, £2.50 per session, New members welcome. For more details contact Tony Crane 01473 410740.

Table Tennis. All standards and ages 7.30pm to 9pm, Lindsey Village Hall (next to the church), Lindsey (near Hadleigh), IP7 6PP, £2, further info 07768 828362 Art Group, Castle Hill Community Centre, Highfield Road, Ipswich, 1.30pm – 3.30pm, all welcome, for details phone 07443 630072 Co-op Ladies Choir meet at The Co-op Education Centre from 2.15pm to 3.30pm, Come and join this busy choir, performing on average 15 times a year, A friendly group, who enjoy singing to a high standard, If you would like to join us please contact Lynn Scannell 01473 710820 Lets Dance, Ballroom Latin & Sequence, Social Dance. At the Manor Ballroom Ipswich, 7.15 - 9.45, (from 9th January). New Members Welcome £5.00 for info 07773 185494 Senior Singers, Co-op Education Centre, Fore Street, Ipswich, 10.30am – 12pm, Male & Female singers, 55 plus, join in this long established & friendly group of singers, No auditions. Call 01473 879817 Martlesham Heath Country Market, The Pavilion, The Square, Martlesham Heath, 9am, homemade, home-grown, and home-crafted items for sale. For further information Tel 01473 623849 or www.martleshammarket.co.uk Memory Lane Cafe for people living with dementia, including carers, cared for and bereaved. 11am - 3pm - £1 entrance fee - light lunches and activities available - The Rosary Club, Bramford Road, Ipswich Tel 07795 587425 for more info

Every Wednesday

11th Ipswich Wednesday Cubs, Chesterfield Drive Scout HQ, every Wednesday, during term time, 6.30pm to 8pm, For boys and girls from seven and a half to ten and a half years, Join for fun, friends, outdoor adventure, camps and visits, Call Mary on 07821 979509 for further information, Orwell Panthers Athletic Club for athletes with disabilities, aged 10+, Northgate Sports Centre between 6.15pm - 7.30pm, See website “orwellpanthers.co.uk” for more information Ipswich Croquet Club, Fynn Valley Golf Club, from 1pm. Beginners always welcome. Tel: 01394 671642 or fran@franrousham.plus.com Creative Writing Group, Arlington’s Brasserie, 13 Museum St, Ipswich IP1 1HE, 7.30pm - 9.30pm, First session free, for further information ring Mai on 01473 711639 or go to suffolkwritersgroup.com Tea Dance, Hintlesham Community Hall, Timperleys, Hintlesham, 2pm - 4pm at £4 per person, coffee/tea and biscuits/cakes provided, Sequence/ballroom/latin dancing, contact Teresa 01473 422427 Co-op Singers meet every Wednesday in term time from 7.30pm to 9pm, Co-op Education Centre Fore Street Ipswich. Car parking is available - entrance from Waterworks St. New members welcome, no auditions, For further information telephone Margie 01473 727829 or Julie 07986261503.

Art & Craft Group, Castle Hill Community Centre, Highfield Road, Ipswich, 7.30pm – 9.30pm, all welcome, for details phone 07443 630072 The Phoenix Women’s Group Meeting, The Quakers Friends Meeting House, 39 Fonnereau Road, Ipswich, From 10am -12pm, For more information please telephone 07976768763 or email: Ip.Phoenix@Virginmedia.Com Zumba Gold, (low impact, easier level) Rosary Conservative Club, Bramford Road, 10.30am, (50 mins, followed by optional free teas/coffees)

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Every Thursday

Thursday Forum at Christ Church, Tacket Street, Ipswich – light lunches from 12.00 followed by free talk from 1.10 till 1.50pm. All welcome. www.christchurch-ipswich.org.uk Zumba, Bramford Road Methodist Church, Bramford Road, 7.15pm Feeling lonely? Enjoy friendly company and learn something new in an hour round the Bible. 2.30pm to 3.30pm, at Castle Hill Community Centre, Highfield Road. For more info call 07419 837115.

Body Moves & Dance Class with Linda, Girl Guiding Building, Garrison Lane,Felixstowe. 7.30pm to 9pm, A Fun & Friendly Class. Info call Linda 01394 273033 Ipswich Croquet Club, from 6pm at Fynn Valley Golf Club, Witnesham. For info or for free taster session, contact fran@franrousham.plus.com or 01394 671642 Cafechat, The Salvation Army Priory Centre, Queens Way, Ipswich, 10.30am -12pm. A free drop in group for the elderly with a mixture of activities including armchair exercises, table top games and discussion, Refreshments and prebooked lunches available, For more info 01473 710721, ipswich.priory@salvationarmy.org.uk Woodbridge Tap Dance Classes, St John’s Church Hall, 10am -11am, Friendly, informal tap class for Adult Improvers, More info: woodbridgetapdance.weebly. com or Call/Text Jill Streatfeild on 07778 746315 Art Group, Harkstead Village Hall, Harkstead, 10am – 12pm, all welcolme, 01473 787633 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 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, Ipswich, 10.15am - 11.30am, Lots of home baked and handcrafted items available as well as Gluten free produces and local honey. Seasonal fruit and vegetables hand-picked the day before. Free parking and tea and coffee refreshments available, great meeting place for new and old friends.

Coffee and Chat: informal coffee morning with activities, 10am – 12pm, All Saints Church Hall Blenheim Road, Ipswich

Every Friday

Felixstowe Country Market, Trades & Labour Club, High Road West, Felixstowe, 10am – 11am, www.country-markets.co.uk Short Mat Bowls. Pinewood Community Centre, Hawthorne Drive, Ipswich. 10am-12 noon. Beginners and experienced players are most welcome, £3 per session. Details Yvonne Beaumont 01473 411210.

Art Group, The Salvation Army Priory Centre, Queens Way, Ipswich, 10am – 12pm, £2 per session, An informal group of mixed abilities with lots of chatter, Refreshments and lunch available, For more info 01473 710721, ipswich.priory@salvationarmy.org.uk 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

Volleyball with Ipswich Ravens, St Alban’s School, Ipswich, 2pm - 4pm, Beginners or experienced, adults (£6) and juniors age 13 upwards (£3), Call or text Steve 07584 636669 Free Volleyball with Ipswich Ravens, 2pm - 4pm in Christchurch Park, Beginners or experienced, adults and juniors age 9 upwards. Call 07584 636669 Saturday Story Time, Woodbridge Library at 10.30am.

For 2-5 year olds. Drop-in sessions so no need to book.

Free!

*Submissions listed subject to space availability.

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Every Sunday

Frog Squad Sunday Kids Club, Salvation Army Bramford Road, 11.30am to 12.15pm, all children from 3 to 12 very welcome for stories singing and games Kid’s Club Craft Activities, Woodbridge Library, 10.30am-12 noon.

Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum open every Sunday from 1st April, 2-5pm. Free entry (donations welcome). Situated rear of Parkers Place (off Eagle Way), Martlesham Heath www.mhas.org.uk

Sun 29th July

SESAW Open Day & Fun Dog Show. 12-4pm at Stoke Road, Leavenheath. 15 dog classes including Dog of the Year and Fun Scurry. Stalls, games, raffle, wildlife corner, spinning demonstration. Entertainment from the Hadleigh Ukulele Group. Snacks, BBQ, homemade cakes, ice cream van.

Tues 31st July

“Radio and TV the way we were”. Our guest speaker will lead us down the path of nostalgia. At Oddfellows Hall, 37 High Street Ipswich IP1 3QH, at 7.15pm. All welcome. Members £2, non-members £3 entry

Wed 1st-Sun 26th Aug

Much Ado About Nothing, Red Rose Chain’s annual theatre in the forest. Open air theatre at Jimmy’s Farm, Wherstead. Tickets and info www.theatreintheforest. com or call 01473 603388.

Thurs 2nd & Fri 3rd Aug

Alex Morley Productions presents Amazon Jungle Adventure Show. Stonham Barns Leisure and Shopping Village, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT. For more information go to www.stonhambarns.co.uk or call 01449 711111

Thurs 2nd Aug

Do you need help with computers? As part of his Duke of Edinburgh volunteering section, Will D’Arcy will be available to help in Woodbridge Library, 3-5pm.

Computer and tablet skills etc. Free session, just drop in

Fri 3rd, 17th & 31st Aug

Active Lives Singing Group, Woodbridge Library, 10.30am-12.30pm. Feel your spirits lift and find a new confidence in singing! £3.50 per session. Call Julie Stokes on 01473 345350. www.activlives.org.uk

Fri 3rd Aug

Derek Nash Quartet, St Peter’s by the Waterfront, 7.45pm. Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on door. www.jazzbythewaterfront.com

Sat 4th Aug

Buxhall and Shelland Church Fete, 2 to 5.30pm in the gardens of Copinger Hall, Buxhall (next to St Mary’s Church). Attractions inc Colchester Historical Dance with Tudor and medieval dances, plus Classic Cars and Motorcycles, Steam Traction Engine, Miniature Train and stalls, including the Beer Tent, Tea Tent, BBQ, Cakes, Pimms and New for this year the Gin & Tonic stall! Admission FREE with plenty of parking available.,All proceeds in aid of Church Funds.For more information go to www.buxhallfete.co.uk or follow on facebook @buxhallshellandfete The Wannabe Shadows, live music at Royal British Legion, Hadleigh. 8.30pm to 11.30pm, entry fee £2.00 members and £3.00 non-members.

Mel Stevens, 8-11pm. Kesgrave Social Club, Edmonton Rd, Kesgrave. www.kesgravesocialclub.co.uk Flower Show, Fete & Fun Dog Show, Burstall Village Hall and meadow IP8 3DR. Homemade lunches available from noon. Fete opens at 1.30pm.

Sun 5th Aug

Commercial Vehicles Day, Display of large and small commercial vehicles at Ipswich Transport Museum, 11am-4pm.

Brass on the Grass, Upper Arboretum, Christchurch Park, 2.30pm. Woodbridge Excelsior Band, sponsored

by Woodbridge Antiques Centre Snape Proms: Suffolk Youth Orchestra. Snape Maltings Concert Hall, at 7.30pm. Tickets from £6.50, from Snape Maltings www.snapemaltings.co.uk

Mon 6th to Sun 12th Aug

Dub Vacation. Stonham Barns Leisure and Shopping Village, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT. For more information go to www.stonhambarns.co.uk or call 01449 711111

Mon 6th Aug

Company and a Cuppa at The Oddfellows Hall, 37 High St Ipswich IP1 3QH 1.30pm- 3.30pm. Join likeminded people for a fun social time. Board games, cards, brainteasers and jigsaws available to enjoy over friendly chat and a welcome cuppa. £2pp. Contact 01473 251867

Thurs 9th & Fri 10th Aug

Alex Morley Productions presents Amazon Jungle Adventure Show. Stonham Barns Leisure and Shopping Village, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT. For more information go to www.stonhambarns.co.uk or call 01449 711111

Sat 11th Aug

Craft & Gift Fair, St Peter’s by the Waterfront, College St, Ipswich, 10am to 4pm, Entry Free.

Bedrock/Flintsones themed band night. The Limeburners, Offton. www.thelimeburners.co.uk Long Shot, Country & Western. Kesgrave Social Club, Edmonton Rd, Kesgrave. www.kesgravesocialclub. co.uk

Sat 11th Aug

Pre-Loved & Nearly New Table Top Sale, 10.30am 1pm, at Ropes Hall, Kesgrave Conference Centre, Twelve Acre Approach, Kesgrave, Refreshments Available, Free Parking, Free Admission, Tables £5 - to be booked in advance by contacting Maggie 01473 259899

Sun 12th Aug

Walking with Dinosaurs, family fun day. The Limeburners, Offton. www.thelimeburners.co.uk

Tues 14th Aug

Talk: A Royal Year by Ken Stone at the Old Felixstowe Community Centre, Ferry Road, Old Felixstowe at 2pm.

Coffee & Tea will be served after the talk. Organised by The Felixstowe Area Social Club for Retired Persons, new members welcome. Call Stephen Cox for more information on 01394 809794.

Woodbridge Young Adult Book Club, Woodbridge Library, 4-5pm

Wed 15th Aug

Ipswich RSPB Local Group Field Meeting at Levington Creek for migrant waders and summer wildlife. Meet at 6.30pm at Stratton Hall Lane near Levington Marina.

Map ref TM245384. 2-3 hours, 2-3 miles. Easy walking.

Contact 01473 258791. All welcome

Thurs 16th & Fri 17th Aug

Alex Morley Productions presents Amazon Jungle Adventure Show. Stonham Barns Leisure and Shopping Village, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT. For more information go to www.stonhambarns.co.uk or call 01449 711111

Fri 17th & Sun 19th Aug

Folk East. East Anglia’s fast-rising folk festival is back for it’s 7th year at Glemham Hall, book tickets www.folkeast.co.uk

Fri 17th Aug

“Pop Up Big Chinwag” (cuppa and a chat!) at Kesgrave Community Centre, Twelve Acre Approach,

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Kesgrave. 2.00pm - 4.00pm. Aimed at people aged 65+, entertainment & refreshments provided. Contact: 01473 298683, email fundraising@ageuksuffolk.org for further details, or just turn up on the day.

Live Music: The New Orleans Jazz Delights, at Tower Hall, 5 Broadlands Way, Rushmere St Andrew, 2.154.30pm. Entrance £5. To book 01473 720524

Sat 18th Aug

Bikers Day, The www.thelimeburners.co.uk

Limeburners,

Offton.

Sun 19th Aug

Classic Car Show. Stonham Barns Leisure and Shopping Village, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT. For more information go to www.stonhambarns.co.uk or call 01449 711111 Summer Open Day, Ipswich Model Engineering Society, 10am-4pm, 547, Foxhall Road, Ipswich.

Miniature train rides, huge garden railway, bouncy castle, home-made cakes and refreshments. Fun for al the family. Admission: £2.50 adults, acc children Free Age UK Gardenfest, Priors Oak, Leiston Road, Aldeburgh, 2-6pm. Entry free. 10 acre wildlife and butterfly garden, plus herbaceous, ornamental salad, vegetable and herb gardens.

Tues 21st Aug

“Growing up in the Deep South (USA)”. Our guest speaker will tell us of her experiences. At Oddfellows Hall, 37 High Street Ipswich IP1 3QH, at 7.15pm. All welcome Members £2, non-members £3.

Thurs 23rd & Fri 24th Aug

Alex Morley Productions presents Amazon Jungle Adventure Show. Stonham Barns Leisure and Shopping Village, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT. For more information go to www.stonhambarns.co.uk or call 01449 711111

Thurs 23rd Aug

“Members reveal all!”, Ipswich Group, Suffolk Family History Society Monthly Meeting. Members reveal their favourite Family Stories. If you have a tale to tell contact Howard on 01473 274300. The Co-op Education Centre, 11 Fore St, Ipswich, 7.15pm. £2 for members. £2.50 non-members. For more information on this Event, and about the Group. Call Howard on 01473 274300

Sat 25th to Mon 27th Aug

Knuckle Busters at The Barns. Stonham Barns Leisure and Shopping Village, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT. For more information go to www.stonhambarns.co.uk or call 01449 711111

Sat 25th Aug

Craft Fair, The Limeburners, Offton. See website for more details, www.thelimeburners.co.uk Hannah Louise, Live Music, 8.30-late. The Limeburners, Offton, www.thelimeburners.co.uk Shoot the Drummer, live music at Royal British Legion, Hadleigh. 8.30pm to 11.30pm, entry fee £2.00 members and £3.00 non-members.

Mon 27th Aug

Fit for Dance. Raising funds for Age UK Suffolk & Fresh Start, New Beginnings. Dance themed morning of fun exercise classes, 10am-1pm followed by a Fun Day with BBQ, bar, stands, bouncy castle, games and live music.

To register visit www.universe.com/fitfordance

Fri 31st Aug to Sun 2nd Sept

Barnfest Country Music Festival. Stonham Barns Leisure and Shopping Village, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT. For more information go to www.stonhambarns.co.uk or call 01449 711111 Ipswich24 cannot accept responsiblity for cancellation of events, if in doubt, check with organisers before travelling.

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It's not just puppies and kittens that need homes Three pets looking for new homes at Blue Cross Suffolk:

Bubba, 11, female, 140 days

Older cats and dogs are often needlessly overlooked for younger kittens and puppies at Blue Cross pet charity’s rehoming centres.

The team at Blue Cross’s rehoming centre in Wherstead, Suffolk, often sees many pets left waiting for homes for much longer because of their age but in fact there are so many benefits to taking on an older pet.

Currently the charity’s centre on Bourne Hill has a number of middle-aged and older cats looking for a home.

Eleven year old black cat Bubba has been waiting for a new home for more than 140 days, while 13 year old black and white cat Jessie has been waiting for more than 120 days. Both are healthy and affectionate cats who would make loving pets.

Karina Grimwade, manager at Blue Cross Suffolk, says, “Plenty of people come into the centre thinking they want a kitten or puppy but actually, after a chat with the team, work out that an older pet would actually be a better fit for them.”

Many people have misconceptions about taking on what they perceive to be older pets but cats can live for 20 years or more, while dogs, depending on breed, can live up to around 15 years of age.

Older pets can also often need less, rather than more, care than younger cats and dogs.

Those that have a history of living with a family may settle in more quickly than a puppy or kitten for example, and already be housetrained. They also still soak up extra training given by their new owner.

For people who are looking to their pet to provide companionship, older pets can be more likely to stay closer to home.

Other concerns The Blue Cross hear about older pets is that they will require more vet care. However vet bills are a reality for any owner, whatever the animal’s age, so people should factor these costs in whenever they are looking to take on a pet.

Karina adds, “Kittens and puppies are sweet but often require more work and supervision. For people who are out at work during the day or for those wanting a companion an older cat or dog can often be a better option “Many of our pets have come into us here at Blue Cross after their previous owner died or had to go into care homes. They are all looking for that second chance of a loving home. In return they will provide lots of love and companionship.

“If you can offer one of our pets a loving home then do take a look at our website and we can always provide you with any advice you need.”

For more information visit www.bluecross.org.uk

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Stunning black cat Bubba is a playful girl who loves a gentle fuss and will become a lap cat given the chance!

She has lots of love to give and has so far been waiting for a new home for more than 140 days.

Jessie, 13, female, 120 days

Jessie is a pretty semi longhaired tortoiseshell cat who is looking for a home where she can have a potter nearby before coming in and having a bit of a snooze. She would make someone the perfect companion.

Minnie, 11, female, 62 days

Beautiful tabby cat Minnie is a chatty girl who loves her food. She enjoys a fuss and particularly likes to cuddle up on the nearest lap.

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Manners not Mayhem Just like every parent in the world, those who have raised a puppy will attest to just how stressful and demanding having a cute new bundle of fur in the house can be.

Those formative weeks and months are more important than any other, as owners work around the clock to ensure their puppies are well behaved and ready for the real world.

It’s something Lez Graham has been teaching for over a decade, as she works alongside owners to ensure every step of their puppy’s new life, environment and attitude is catered for in the right way. In her new book, Lez Graham brings her skills to everyone – wherever they are.

‘Manners not Mayhem: A common-sense approach to raising, training and living with your puppy’ leaves no stone unturned in its quest to cover every step of the puppy-rearing process.

Getting a puppy is an exciting thing... a grinningly exciting, running around with your t-shirt over your face exciting thing... it's also absolutely terrifying. Bringing home a new bundle of fluff brings with it responsibility, is overwhelming and expensive.

Helping you create Manners in a time of potential Mayhem, this is a book that you cannot afford to be without as it not only guides you through puppyhood, it helps ease you into the jaw-clenching, joyous phase of adolescence.

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Hello Summertime Hello August you lovely summer month you. Loving the weather in the UK and a truly proper summer after so long and hard winters. Here’s hoping you enjoy wherever the season may take you.

I have spent quite a lot of time in the last couple of months staying with various friends for anything between one night and three weeks. A mixture of life shift and catching up with people I have spent too much time away from. It has also been a period of reflection. I have always tried my very best to be a good houseguest, not so much that I want to get invited back but that I just respect people’s space and know how I like guests to feel when they are in my home. Like it is their own!

For a long stay, I usually take a gift of some description, house plant, flowers, chocolates, wine something along those lines. For a one nighter, this is probably all I would do! I would typically take my host out for a meal at least once.

I buy wine and/or cava and drink it with my host. I buy toilet rolls. I take my own towels, do my own washing and I keep my room tidy and clean. I ask if I can use things like hair driers. I try not to be in all the time, both during the day and evening.

In my home, when people come to stay, I always say treat the place as your own, here’s your room, here’s the fridge, there’s the shop, here’s the wifi code! I have a dishwasher so typically even if the washing up doesn’t get done that night, there’s

enough to do a cycle the next morning so no crusty plates await my eyes!

Some people are horrified by anything to do with pets when they arrive in a home. I’m sorry if my dogs’ beds offend you or stress you out but they were here first! They get washed regularly and they don’t smell. There are no pet faeces or the like around. You don’t need a lint roller if you sit on my couch. It’s not like my dogs get up the dining table or kitchen counter or anything, but this is their home and they need to feel relaxed when they are in it. Love me love my dogs!

I am not the tidiest person but I do make an effort and I try to be respectful of people who struggle like new mums and parents with small children who just dump everything on the floor. Walking from room to room becomes a fun obstacle course but my own particular terrible habit is piles of paper and mail – I seem to accumulate different piles of papers in various rooms with a mental to do list. I have the occasional blitz when I try to get organised but I still have “the drawer” – where all those odd things like light bulbs, batteries, string, key rings, torches, foreign coins, leaflets, etc., seem to end up. The drawer never gets blitzed, it is just there. Clutter is different and it can seriously stress some people out and cause real anxiety so I try to be aware of that.

At Maid2Clean, we have what we call the “high traffic” areas in a home and the bathroom definitely

Beware of Fly Bites n The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has issued advice to the public to be pest aware following a reported increase in the number of fly bites.

The heatwave is being linked in the media to an increased number of bites and stings, particularly from horseflies.

BPCA has received enquiries from across the country – and says that rural areas are more likely to see an increase in numbers due to the presence of livestock, and access to standing water in troughs, ponds and marshes, which provide a food source and an environment to breed.

Natalie Bungay, BPCA Field Officer, says that while the prolonged soaring temperatures mark a clear change in weather patterns for the UK, it is unclear what has caused the surge in insects.

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counts as one of these. We clean ourselves in these rooms so they should always be with SUE HALL spotless and they usually serve as a good indicator of the owner’s general attitude to housekeeping. And if there hasn't been a good dusting in weeks that is a very obvious way to show visitors you have been putting off your cleaning duties! Another good reason of course to get a cleaner.

It makes sense that one of the first things you want to do after a long day of work is to change into comfy clothes. When I come home I tend to take off my bra immediately! But I do try to put clothes away, either in the laundry basket or hung up or, if they will bear another wear, over the landing railing! And before my cleaner arrives, I prepare the house for her which includes tidying clothes and suchlike away. They are in my home to clean not pick up my stuff.

So, as we go into the summer, you may have people staying with you or you may be visiting friends. Try to be considerate whichever one you are. If it’s all too much, Maid2Clean is here to help, taking the hard work out of housework and leaving you free to enjoy your life. Call free 0800 878 6388.

One theory is that as the UK soaks up the rays, more people are outdoors than usual, increasing the opportunity for insects to bite and sting.

“For blood sucking insects such as horseflies, the countryside also gives access to food sources, mainly cows and horses grazing in fields.

“Horseflies and mosquitos are interesting because they rely on aquatic larvae in wet and marshy areas, which won’t have necessarily dried up yet, even after the last four weeks of hot and dry weather conditions.

“We continue to receive enquiries and have noted coverage in the media, but there is nothing to substantiate a significant increase in activity.

“If members of the public do have an issue, we strongly encourage you to contact a BPCA member to get any problems resolved rapidly, and professionally.”

According to BPCA, the top five most common bites and stings are false black widow spider, mosquitos, horse flies, wasps and hornets.

• Details of how to find a BPCA member can be found at bpca.org.uk/PestAware

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Essential DIY Tips for Beginners Where would man - and woman - be without tools and a spot of DIY? The short answer is nowhere. A better answer would be that we’d probably still be living in caves, feeding off scraps of animal carcasses and generally acting like the primitive species we once were. Ok, maybe we exaggerate a touch…

However, put bluntly (we’ll get to sharpening tools in a bit), tools not only acted as a catalyst for civilization, they were integral to it.

Tools have shaped human history; from our earliest beginnings when the forebears of today’s finelyhoned hammers, saws and knives enabled us to defend ourselves, feed ourselves and take shelter, to the present day and our obsession with assembling shelves, mending

squeaky floorboards and fixing that leaking tap.

Many of the tools we use today were commonplace (or rudimentary versions) in Egyptian, Greek and Roman times. Indeed, the Smithsonian Institution’s venerable National Museum of Natural History in Washington DC believes the first human tools date back an incredible 2.6 million years ago.

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evolved, so have tools. The cost of a comprehensive tool kit in 1797 was £15.10.4d which was approximately a year’s wages for a skilled handyman back then. Tools were precious things, which is why so many old tools have initials on them. You didn’t want to lose them.

They were also passed down from generation to generation, like a craftsman’s heirloom.

cent less on home improvements this year, this is the perfect time to brush up on those DIY skills.

DIY has been fundamental to human development. And this is doubly important in these cost-conscious times. Even the most basic bit of DIY can add value to your home and with budget-savvy UK enthusiasts planning on spending 20-30 per

Here is a list of DIY essentials from some failsafe basics and top DIY hacks to indispensable tools and professional advice - to suit all budgets.

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Of course, for the novice embarking on a DIY project for the first time it might seem daunting, but it’s never too late to learn. DIY is really about the basics. Get these essentials right and you’ll be hanging pictures, putting up shelves and fixing cracked tiles in no time.

1. Plan. Plan. And then plan some more. Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.

Think the job through. Ensure you have all the right tools to complete the task before you start any project. A lack of prior preparation is probably accountable for most DIY disasters. A whopping 48% of the 18-34 age group admit to making DIY mistakes in the past. Was a lack of planning the main cause?

2. Safety comes first. The Eyecare Trust has estimated that 30,000 eye injuries every year are a result of DIY. These can be avoided.

Always ensure you wear adequate protection for your eyes and hands before taking on any DIY project.

3. When using a drill, always ensure you use the correct drill bit. The charity Electrical Safety First urges those drilling to begin by applying light, steady pressure to push the bit into the material. If you have to press hard, you’re probably using the wrong bit. If drilling into a wall always check for any pipes or wires first.

4. Between coats don't wash the brushes and rollers just wrap them tightly in clingfilm and they will stay moist and ready for the next coat.

5. Don't replace old radiators, freshen them up at a fraction of the cost of buying a new one with a coat of heatproof paint/radiator paint.

Ensure the radiator is completely cold before starting and clean it thoroughly, removing all dust and grease. And don’t forget the dust sheets!

6. To get a straight line always use a spirit level or digital laser level. After all, no one wants that priceless wedding photo/graduation certificate/antique vase sliding off a wonky shelf.

7. If in doubt always seek help from a qualified professional. It’s estimated that professionals put right £3.3m-worth of botched DIY jobs every year.

8. Psychologists stress the pleasure and satisfaction from the results of DIY. If you want to show your partner you care for them, why not offer to improve their home…and watch the relationship blossom?

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Food charity call for 'help' New coach for Academy FareShare East Anglia is appealing for volunteers after having redistributed a phenomenal 100 tonnes of good quality, surplus food across the region since opening in September 2017 – equivalent to almost 240,000 meals.

The charity is part of FareShare UK, the nation’s largest food redistribution charity, and covers a 90 mile radius including Suffolk, Essex and Norfolk – one of the largest regions in the FareShare network. FareShare East Anglia supports around 40 community groups and charities, ranging from homeless hostels to children’s clubs and elderly lunch clubs.

Now, ahead of its first anniversary, FareShare is calling on food heroes in Ipswich and across East Anglia to sign up as volunteers and help people in need in their local community.

Volunteers help FareShare with collecting, sorting and delivering quality surplus food to frontline charities in 21 regional centres across the UK. Some volunteer a couple times a year, some every day. Regardless of how often they contribute, FareShare volunteers’ contributions are essential to supporting the nation’s most vulnerable.

Michael Barrett, Development Manager at FareShare East Anglia, said, “FareShare East Anglia is currently helping to feed 3,500 vulnerable people with quality surplus food every week. The community has really welcomed our support and the food we provide is really valued - but we know there is a need for us to provide more.

“In an average day, a FareShare volunteer makes it possible for us to deliver enough food for 132 meals. If we could recruit just ten more volunteers working one day a week each, we’d be able to provide a fantastic 1,320 meals more per week – equating to 5,280 meals every month.

“Volunteers – particularly those able to drive – are absolutely imperative in helping us fight food waste and hunger."

FareShare offers flexible volunteering hours and a wide range of volunteering and training opportunities, including sorting and stacking food, delivering orders and working from home to support FareShare’s social media or in an office liaising with charity members.

• For more information and to find out how to volunteer, visit http://fareshare.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/.

Award-winning developer Crest Nicholson have announce the donation of a Sunshine Coach to Stone Lodge Academy in Ipswich, Suffolk.

The donation is in conjunction with Crest Nicholson’s official charity partner Variety, a children’s charity that carries out vital work to support and improve the lives of young people across the UK. Adrian Bohr, Managing Director at Crest Nicholson’s Eastern Division and Annette Cole, Sales and Marketing Director, joined Colleen Ettridge, Head of Fundraising at Variety, on Friday to present the brand-new coach to the school and pupils.

The Academy provides specialist education for 163 children and young people aged 5 to 16 who have complex barriers to their learning including Downs Syndrome, Autism, ADHD and emotional and behavioural problems.

The new Sunshine Coach is replacing the Stone Lodge Academy’s old minibus that has become unreliable and too expensive to maintain. The Sunshine Coach will be used every day to take the pupils to horse-riding lessons and college classes to develop their life skills and improve their health and well-being. It will also take students on end of term educational visits to the seaside at Felixstowe and other excursions, all of which were at risk of being reduced or cancelled without the new minibus.

Rick Tracey, Head Teacher at Stone Lodge Academy commented, “Without the help from Variety and Crest Nicholson, we had absolutely no chance with our current funding of replacing our old mini bus, which was 12 years old.

Our first trip is taking the junior pupils to use a sensory room and they can’t wait. It is like a dream come true!”

This year to date, Crest Nicholson has already donated £250,234 to Variety, and £1.4 million since 2005.

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n How to use your laptop in the sunshine Invest in the right equipment

If you are planning to spend a lot of summer making the most of the sunshine, it might be worth looking at equipment that makes using your laptop outside easier.

A laptop hood may look silly, but it acts as a cap for your laptop, cutting out the sun’s glare from your screen. Using a laptop stand will ensure the fan is not covered and the laptop won’t overheat - if a stand is available, make sure there is space between the laptop and the surface for air to pass.

Some manufacturers offer privacy screens which can be attached to your laptop’s screen to reduce glare; although they will help fight the dreaded ‘mirror effect’, it doesn’t usually get rid of it all.

Choose your Screen

Your choice in screen can massively impact the way it reacts to sunlight.

Most screens are currently glossy or matte glossy and matte displays use the same LCD panels, however the major difference between these two types of displays in sunlight is the coating applied to the screen.

Whether you are an office worker looking to make the most of the warm weather by catching up on emails outside, or just a sunbather looking to binge your favourite Netflix show, here are some top tips on how to use your laptop in the sunshine.

Embrace the shade

Not only will taking regular breaks from the sunshine help you avoid any uniform tan lines, but it also gives your laptop a chance to cool down. If the midday sun is making your screen unreadable, moving somewhere covered or placing your laptop in the shade will ensure you don’t miss out on any of the action!

Hike up the brightness

Your instinct may be to turn down the screen brightness in order to combat the screen glare, however, this will actually make it worse. A brighter screen is easier to see in direct light, so although it won’t combat it completely, it will make it more manageable.

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Glossy displays tend to have more vivid colours and higher contrast- meaning they are pretty useless when they are taken outside in the sunshine.

Matte screens have an anti-glare coating applied to them, so they’re much better at preventing reflection- making them better suited to working outside.

Keep an eye on the temperature

Laptop batteries are known for not being heat friendly, so keep an eye on the weather app if you are planning to use your laptop outside for an extended period of time. Most laptops will be fine in up to 30 degrees weather, but using your computer outside in high temperatures risks causing damage to the components of your hard drive - not a conversation you want to be having with your work’s IT department.

Think about your wardrobe choice

You’ll notice brighter colours, especially white, reflect back onto the screen pretty badly, you can often make out your reflection in the screen.

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n Bringing the indoors to your outdoor living space Outdoor living is a fast growing trend in Britain. Many homeowners are beginning to realise that the primary living areas of their homes don't have to be indoors.

A well-designed outdoor living space can often be the most utilised area for a family. Furthermore, an attractive outdoor living area is also a great selling point for a home and can significantly raise your home's value.

If you're creating a new outdoor living area from scratch, there are several important things to consider before getting started. When building a deck or patio, you should first take a look at the location and nearby structures. If you are building a deck that is attached to a house, for example, you may not want to build over airbricks. If you're putting in a patio, you may have to excavate a small area, and you'll want to take care not to damage the roots of any trees in your garden.

Do you need a railing or fence to provide protection, security, or privacy to your area? There are many options available from wood

to metal, plastic and stone. If all you need is privacy, you may want to look to the landscaping around your garden. Privacy can easily be created with trees, shrubs or climbing plants on upright structures such as trellises, screens, pergolas, or obelisks.

Outdoor furniture is another important component of your outdoor living space. There are many types of outdoor furniture available. Weatherproof furniture comes in a variety of materials such as wicker, plastic, metal, wrought iron, aluminium, or wood. You can purchase complete pre-assembled sets, partially assembled products or do-it-yourself kits. Each has its own benefits and drawbacks, so you'll have to consider what will best meet your needs.

Another thing to consider is whether your outdoor living area will be covered or not. Some people

choose to enclose their outdoor area, while others have only solid roofs or open pergola type coverings. Do you need an umbrella for shade? Awnings can be another good option, as they are available in a wide variety of fabrics and sizes, and can be attached directly to your home.

If you plan to use your outdoor living area at night, you might also want to add outdoor lighting. Candles give a romantic mood to any setting, but also carry a safety concern, especially on wood decks. Low voltage lighting provides consistent lighting without the fire hazard.

Solar lighting is also a growing trend

for outdoor areas. The ease of not having to run electrical wiring makes this an easy option for everyone.

Low voltage and solar lights come in a variety of styles to compliment your space.

Most importantly, be sure your outdoor living space is safe and works well for your needs and budget. With a little bit of planning, anyone can create an outdoor living space that will add to their home's value and provide years of enjoyment and recreation for their family.

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Getting creative with Ornamental Grasses

From dainty Blue Fescue Grass to majestic Miscanthus, ornamental grasses provide texture, character and form unmatched by many other hardy perennials. Their presence develops through the seasons as bright and colourful foliage is joined by graceful swaying flower heads that last well into winter.

In large borders grasses can be planted in bold groups or striking drifts, but many varieties perform well in large patio pots, positioned where their individual shape and arching form can be fully appreciated. Popular grasses for pots include compact Blue Fescue Grass and Slender Sweet Flag ‘Ogon', or taller varieties of Miscanthus such as the Zebra Grass (Miscanthus ‘Zebrinus').

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forms, ornamental grasses come in a wide range of colours, sizes and growing habits. As well as selecting grasses to suit your colour scheme always consider their other qualities, positioning grasses close to paths and seating areas so you can run your hands over their feathery foliage and flowers as you pass.

Popular grasses for tactile displays in sensory gardens include the Feathertop Grass (Pennisetum) or annual grasses like Bunny Tails.

Taller grasses also add movement to otherwise static displays, catching a summer breeze to add interest and catch the eye. Growing to around two metres in height, the bold form of Golden Oats (Stipa gigantea) is a real showstopper! Or if space allows, try planting a statuesque clump of Pampas Grass, and enjoy their feathery plumes right into winter.

Ornamental grasses offer great value, and these popular Plants of the Moment produce long-lasting displays in any garden. Large individuals have a real presence, taking pride of place in beds and borders, while colourful planting combinations can be created with flowering perennials like Black-eyed Susan, Coneflowers and Ice Plants.

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Garden survey reveals sightings of frog and toad are drying up Survey results recently released reveal that sightings of our garden amphibians are drying up, with the RSPB calling on people to help them by getting outside this summer to create more ponds and pools in their outdoor space.

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Results from the RSPB’s wildlife survey, which is part of the Big Garden Birdwatch, show that frogs had been seen in more than three-quarters of gardens across the UK. Despite being the most common non-bird garden visitor, seen at least monthly in close to 40% of gardens, this was 17% fewer regular sightings than the last time they were surveyed in 2014 when they were observed monthly in around 46% of gardens.

This pattern was similar for toads who were seen in 20% of our outdoor spaces on a monthly basis, an alarming 30% fewer gardens than the 28 % of gardens in 2014. The survey included results from more than 174,000 UK gardens.

At a quick glance a nature novice may not be able to spot the difference between a frog and a toad. Frog’s hop, their skin is smooth and moist and they have a pointed nose, whilst a toad’s crawls, their skin is warty and dry and their noses are rounded – almost semi-circular in shape.

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Dr Daniel Hayhow, RSPB Conservation Scientist, said, “Most people remember seeing tadpoles at the local pond or a toad emerging from under a rock while they were growing up – these first experiences with nature stay with us forever.

Unfortunately, the sights and sounds of wildlife that were once common to us are sadly becoming more mysterious.

By taking part in the RSPB’s Wild Challenge, families can have fun engaging in activities ranging from building a pool for amphibians to bug safaris, taking their first steps on their own wild adventure. There are 24 activities to choose from that will take you from your own back garden to exploring towns, cities, woodlands and even the coast.

The RSPB’s ambition is for Wild Challenge to help more families across the country reap the benefits of spending time outside in nature. Research has shown that children who have a healthy connection to nature are more likely to benefit from higher achievement at school, better mental and physical health, and develop stronger social skills.

To learn more about the RSPB Wild Challenge and to see how you can take your firsts steps on your own wildlife adventure, visit www.rspb.org.uk/ wildchallenge

“There are lots of simple things we can all do in our outdoor spaces to make them perfect for wildlife. Frogs and toads are amphibious creatures meaning that they need a source of water close to their homes to survive. Creating a small pond in your garden, or a pool using a washing up bowl is so simple to do and could make all the difference.”

Other results from the survey revealed a small increase in the number of recorded sightings of hedgehogs. Despite the UK population suffering widespread declines in recent decades, 65% of people spotted one in their gardens over the past year.

Foxes remained one of the other most common garden visitors with one being spotted in 72% of our gardens and outdoor spaces, while more secretive creatures such as moles, red squirrels and great-crested newts escaped much of the nation’s gaze.

Dr Karen Haysom, Species Programmes Manager at Amphibian and Reptile Conservation said, “Frogs and toads face many pressures including the loss of habitat like ponds. Helping these fascinating creatures by making wildlife habitat in your garden or taking part in species recording and monitoring schemes so we understand how nature is faring is fun and can make a difference.”

Big Garden Birdwatch is the world’s largest garden wildlife survey and takes place each year on the last weekend in January. The RSPB asks people to count the birds in their garden or outdoor space over the course of one hour at any point in the weekend to get an idea of how our feathered friends are getting on.

With the wildlife on people’s doorsteps becoming increasingly elusive, the RSPB is calling on families to spend more time outside this summer, discovering the nature that surrounds them and seeing how they can give it a helping hand.

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Deben Leisure Centre off to a great start It has been a great start for Deben Leisure Centre as the new state-of-the-art leisure facilities is attracting crowds.

The centre re-opened in June, following a ten-month closure to undergo a £3.5 million refurbishment. This was the first project in Suffolk Coastal’s five-year programme to improve leisure facilities.

There was a great turnout for the opening week, with over 1,300 people diving into the pool and the new gym being put through its pace. In total, over a whopping 2,000 people visited in the first week alone.

Deben Leisure Centre is already doing extremely well with new membership sign ups comfortably exceeding expectations. Cllr TJ Haworth-Culf, Suffolk Coastal’s Cabinet Member with responsibility for Customers, Communities and Leisure, said, “It has certainly been a couple of busy months for Deben Leisure Centre, which is fantastic to see.

“We have had some really fantastic feedback from our customers, and we are very grateful to them for telling us how they feel about the new facilities.

Knowing that people are responding so positively to what we have achieved makes all the hard work worth it.”

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Deben Leisure Centre is run by the Council’s operational partners, Places Leisure, part of Places for People. Jeremy Boreham, Area Manager for Places Leisure, said, “We are keen to continue our mission to create active places and healthy people. No matter what age or size you are, we are here to offer you encouragement and inspiration.

“Why not pop in and see us for a swim, relax in the sauna and steam room, or sweat it out in our new fully air-conditioned gym, or maybe even take an exercise class.”

The facilities are not the only thing that has been improved. Deben Leisure Centre now offers longer opening hours to fit around people’s schedule, and is open Monday until Friday 6am to 10pm and Saturday and Sunday 7am until 8pm.

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Take inspiration from Asia for your food Mindfulness is no longer a mystical concept, with a range of apps, books and podcasts sharing top tips on how to be more mindful – which is essentially being present in the moment. So, how can we be more mindful when eating so we register what we’re eating, making us less likely to open that sharing bag of crisps?

Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Amy Wright working with itsu the healthy pan-asian eatery, reveals how and why we should embrace the Asian culture in our quest to mindful eating: Mindful eating is a prominent part of Asian dining culture and a practice we can all incorporate into our own lives. Essentially, mindful eating is all about reducing stress, savouring the flavours of our food and enjoying healthy, balanced portions of foods that enhance our lives. What’s not to love really?

Portion Perception When it comes to portion size in the Western world, bigger is better – though so are the average waistlines.

Research shows that we tend to “eat with our eyes” and our bodies enjoy seeing food, hence the phrase “eyes bigger than your stomach!”

The ability to forage and search for nutritious foods is one of the brain’s most ancient important functions, and as humans we rely primarily on our vision to find foods we are familiar with. Research also shows that the way food is plated (presented visually) has an influence on people’s flavour perception and consumption behaviour.

In a recent study, half of the participants unknowingly consumed soup from a self-refilling bowl and ate 73% more but did not perceive themselves as any more satiated than those eating the normal portion size from the normal bowl. Asian cultures use smaller bowls than the typical Western dinner plate and chopsticks are also utilised, which may slow down the eating speed.

TIP: Try switching your huge plate for a smaller dish, taking smaller mindful bites and visually devouring your food as you enjoy it.

Plant Power Meat is undeniably the mealtime superstar in western cultures.

Conversely, the Asian diet, although variable between the many countries it comprises, is largely centred on plant foods; vegetables, whole grains, fruit and moderate amounts of lean protein. It’s easy to see why the Asian diet may be positively influential on wellbeing.

Meat is often served as a side element, whilst vegetables, soy products, spices and soups take the main stage. With abundant research pointing to the health and sustainability benefits of a plantbased diet, being mindful of our meat consumption and exploring new ways

its needs if we take a slow moment to tune in and really listen.

to incorporate plant-based protein onto our dinner plates are essential.

TIP: Try doing a “Meat Free Monday” or exploring with some new spices and ingredients, which emulate the flavours of your favourite meaty dishes.

Saying Grace Many cultures and religions around the world practice sacred rituals surrounding food and mealtime. A deep respect for food and practicing thankfulness for its nourishment are part of many Asian cultures, including Buddhism. Some Buddhists say a prayer before dinner to acknowledge where the food comes from and express gratitude for the meal.

TIP: Even if you don’t want to say a prayer or give thanks aloud, we can all incorporate this mindful practice by taking a moment to think about where our food has come from, being grateful for the nutrients we are consuming and acknowledging the flavours we are enjoying in our food.

be eaten by those with high blood pressure. Balancing the condition of the body is often sought through mindful food choices. In the Western world, many people are concerned with convenience food and the calorie content, rather than the integrity and quality of the food.

TIP: Instead of looking for the cheapest, low-calorie meal, try asking yourself mindfully “What food could I eat today that will nourish me, balance my energy or optimise my body in its current condition?” Another mindful practice I use with my healthcoaching clients is dissecting the wisdom of their cravings. I encourage them to take a moment and ask themselves, “What is my body really craving today?” The body has an innate wisdom and will communicate

Zen Vibes Mindfulness customs have permeated Zen culture for centuries. Zen isn’t necessarily about sitting on a pillow trying to rid ourselves of thoughts.

Zen is an attitude that permeates every action from showering, to cooking to working to eating. Every behaviour and activity is part of Zen. Simply stopping to be present in the moment is a mindfulness practice and this is especially pertinent during a meal. In our busy modern lives, we tend to rush our food between commitments, ’stress eat’, skip meals or rarely stop to savour the flavour. Food is often an afterthought or something we “do” whilst we are doing something else that doesn’t require hands!

TIP: Instead of scrolling through your phone or watching TV, switch off and observe your food, noting the flavours, textures, feelings and thoughts that arise in you. You could also try a silent dinner if you are eating with a partner or family. This may sound pretty easy, but it can be challenging! The health benefits are remarkable though, with mindfulness said to help to reduce stress and overeating and potentially even increasing our nutrient assimilation from the foods we eat!

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An ancient Chinese proverb springs to mind – “He who takes medicine and neglects diet, wastes the skill of his doctors.”

Food is considered as medicine and therefore foods are often eaten for their specific medicinal qualities. For instance, ginger is believed to heat the blood and is favoured by those with anaemia, whereas aubergine is believed to heat the blood and may

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Brits Top 50 Bad Habits

Comfort eating, swearing, stressing – and spending too much time on social media are among the nation’s worst bad habits, a study has found.

A poll of 2,000 Brits revealed the average adult has three irritating behaviours with tucking into treats and food when they are feeling stressed or tired the most common.

Nail biting, not doing any exercise and eating fast food also feature in the top 10.

But it emerged the average adult will attempt to stop their bad habit twice a year, with six in 10 admitting they have never been able to quit.

And even those who do manage to give up say it took them almost five weeks of will power and perseverance to put it behind them.

Dr Meg Arroll, a psychologist on behalf of wellness brand Healthspan, which commissioned the research, said, “Changing existing habits, particularly eating habits, is complex as we develop these behaviours over a lifetime.

“Food can easily be associated with comfort as high fat and sugar treats trigger our brain’s reward centre and comfort foods such as chocolate boost feel-good neurotransmitters, offering an antidepressant effect.”

The study found comfort eating is the most common bad habit, followed by swearing too much, nail-biting, a lack of exercise and procrastinating.

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Stressing about everything and eating fast food are also in the top 10, as well as always hitting snooze on the alarm clock and spending too long scrolling through social media.

Eating too much chocolate, tucking into crisps and watching too much TV are also common bad habits along with bingeing on box sets and browsing smart phones while lying in bed. Hoarding items you don’t really need, twiddling your hair and cracking knuckles also feature in the top 50.

But while four in 10 have successfully given up a bad habit, 44 per cent of those admit they have usually ended up going back to the old behaviour before too long. Around one in four name stress as the biggest barrier to giving up a vice, while one in five say temptation simply gets the better of them and they can’t stop.

But it’s no surprise comfort eating was found to be the nation’s most common bad habit, with 27 per cent admitting food soothes them when they are feeling anxious or unhappy. More than a third say they find themselves over eating when they are feeling bored, with another 29 per cent turning to food during stressful times.

In fact, less than one in five reckon they can resist food when it is placed in front of them. The nation’s love of food leads to the average adult trying to lose weight four times a year following their comfort eating periods.

The research, carried out via OnePoll.com also revealed that if Brits could make one single lifestyle choice, one in five would choose to exercise more while one in 10 would opt for healthier food.

Top 50 bad habits

1. Comfort eating 2. Swearing 3. Biting nails 4. Not doing exercise 5. Procrastinating 6. Stressing about things 7. Nose picking 8. Eating fast food 9. Snoozing alarm 10. Spending too long scrolling through social media 11. Eating too much chocolate 12. Smoking 13. Forgetting people's names 14. Drinking too much coffee or tea 15. Interrupting people 16. Eating too many crisps 17. Being untidy 18. Watching too much TV 19. Being forgetful 20. Squeezing spots 21. Looking at your phone too much 22. Slouching/not walking upright 23. Being a hoarder 24. Eating too quickly 25. Binging on box sets 26. Using your phone in bed

27. Leaving dishes that need washing in the sink 28. Not flossing 29. Picking scabs 30. Fidgeting with fingers 31. Being argumentative 32. Drinking too much fizzy drink 33. Watching reality TV 34. Jiggling leg when sitting down 35. Twiddling hair 36. Drinking milk or juice directly from the carton 37. Buying things on credit cards 38. Picking teeth 39. Being bad with money 40. Chewing on pens 41. Cracking your knuckles 42. Chewing gum 43. Eating too much meat 44. Being cheap 45. Checking work emails out-of-hours 46. Drumming fingers 47. Playing too many video games 48. Being a gossip 49. Fibbing 50. Vaping

WELLBEING

Eat your way to sleep

“The August man in thousands Takes the roads to find the sea And feel the sun”

More and more research is pointing to the importance of a good night’s sleep in performance, mental and physical health, appetite and even cell renewal. But for many of us, modern life seems to be an endless struggle to fall asleep, followed by a morning fight against grogginess.

We try to counter our disrupted sleep cycles with caffeine and sweet treats, only to find our sleep disrupted even further. So which everyday ingredients help, rather than hinder a peaceful night?

Oats — Nutritionist Cassandra Barns explains how oats can have a positive effect on our sleeping patterns and can help us drift off. “As well as being a good way to start the day, oats can be a great way to end the day.

Surprisingly, your body requires energy to sleep, as well as to be active.

The slow-releasing carbohydrates in oats drip-feed your cells with energy throughout the night, and can stop your blood sugar from falling too low and waking you up."

Herbal teas — Hydrating and soothing, herbal teas are a great alternative to a normal cuppa and can have a wide range of digestive and calming effects.

They also will help you minimise your caffeine intake (try to not have any coffee or tea after midday).

Oily fish — Salmon and tuna are high in vitamin B6, which is instrumental in making serotonin and melatonin, hormones that relax you and prepare you for sleep. They’re also universally known to be good for you in a variety of different ways and good health contributes to good sleep. Experts recommend eating at least two portions of fatty fish a week – but few of us in the UK actually achieve that amount.

Chocolate — Chocolate can boost serotonin, helping you sleep, but eat too much and you might be kept up by the naturally occurring caffeine content.

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Anger is an emotion we struggle with Anger is an emotion that is often triggered by bereavement and is something that we struggle to understand as it often seems to be out of character for the person who is experiencing it.

Suffolk bereavement group discussions help members to unpick what their anger is about and more often than not discover that anger is actually a reaction to some deeper emotion associated with loss such as feelings of hopelessness, loneliness, isolation, unfairness and rejection.

The groups provide the opportunity to understand and to express how we feel in a supportive group setting and can and do contribute to recovery for their members. And it’s not all gloomy they generally succeed in bringing some humour to the situation!

If this is meaningful for you in connection with a bereavement, be it recent or further back in time then why not join a Suffolk Bereavement Support group? They are there to help! The afternoon group is held in central Hadleigh on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 1.30pm until 3pm and the Capel St. Mary group meets in the early evening on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 6.30pm until 8pm. Each meeting finishes with refreshments and informal chat. Suffolk bereavement would love to hear from you if you would like to join them at any time.

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(Verse 8 of the January Man) Martin Wilks, C.Psychol.

We don’t have far to go – living where we do. Though, how easy it is to overlook the benefits of a local resource. I was born and bred in the Midlands – and then it was always a big deal to travel to the seaside. When I arrived to live in Suffolk in 2000, we lived in Bawdsey. Then we were close enough for an evening stroll to the coast and I used to row over the mouth of the Deben estuary on a weekly basis to reach my Felixstowe clinic. That would save the fuel for a round trip of 50 miles in the car!

The kind of mindfulness that I practice - and aim to teach - is not simply concerned with patching us up - we stressed, driven, exhausted worker drones - so that we can survive the work environment long enough to reach our annual leave – nor to hurry us back from sick leave to the front-line of an unreasonably stressy workplace. At least as important is the bringing of a mindful perspective to the institutions, organisations, workplaces – and the whole system of economic exchange – that are driving us mad!

Sure, becoming more resilient as individuals will be enormously helpful, but without addressing the bigger picture we all of us know, deep down, that 21’st century humankind is rushing on a hiding to nothing. And that’s somewhat anxiety provoking if we dare let it in!

Perhaps that’s why climate change denial still persists; we dare not let it in; despite 16 of the hottest years on record having happened since 2000. As I write, it’s eight weeks here in Suffolk since a significant rainfall, whilst video footage shows hundreds of thousands of Japanese being swept away by the worst rainstorms floods in history. Climate unpredictability and extremes is what we are facing – with no easy answers, but requiring a very speedy change in the way we exist on our home planet. I believe mindfulness is potentially a major contributor towards the change that must come and that’s why it’s not only at the core of all my one to one work as a psychologist, but mindfulness is also something I’ve made publicly available as an eight week training course – next groups start in September, with a free taster event at Quay Place, Ipswich August 20th at 7pm.

Nevertheless, let’s enjoy the sun on our holidays whilst we still can – and if we find sufficient moments of leisure let’s give some thought to what our contribution to the change we yearn to see will be?

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Soothing the pain of mouth ulcers Most of us are painfully aware of mouth ulcers. For those lucky few who have never had one, they are painful sores that can appear on the inside of your cheeks, lips and gums. They look like blisters and are often raised on the outside edge with a dip in the centre.

No one is 100% sure what causes mouth ulcers, explain the dentists at Harbour Dental Care in Ipswich, but we do know that they hurt. The inside of the mouth is one of the most sensitive and tender areas of the body. Mouth ulcers can catch on our teeth, rub when we speak, become inflamed when we eat and irritated when we drink.

Treating mouth ulcers

If ulcers are very painful, try gargling with soluble aspirin and avoiding anything that might inflame your ulcers such as hot, spicy or vinegary foods and hot drinks.

There are a number of over-the-counter treatments for mouth ulcers. While there are different brand names, the majority take the same approach, which is a gel containing analgesic.

Also make sure you maintain a good oral hygiene and health programme. Avoid using any products that irritate your mouth; use a softer toothbrush and try and find a toothpaste that is less abrasive.

You may find that an alcohol-free mouthwash is good - or no mouthwash at all.

Regular dental visits also help because dentists can remove plaque and debris from your teeth to stop the build-up of bacteria that can damage your gums.

Mouth cancer and ulcers

Most ulcers heal on their own in around two weeks. However, if they haven’t gone away within three weeks you should make a dental appointment as mouth cancer can first appear as a mouth ulcer.

Ulcers caused by cancer usually appear on or under the tongue, but may occasionally appear somewhere else in the mouth. Mouth cancer is usually linked to heavy smoking and drinking.

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Used car of the month: Dacia Sandero Stepway (2016-)

Used bike of the month: Yamaha MT–10 (2016-)

On the motorbike, scooter and moped sector, mycarcheck.com’s Mark Field said, “The MT-10 is the flagship model in Yamaha’s popular MT series. Many of the components - the brakes, engine, suspension and chassis - are taken from arguably the best sports bike in the world, the R1, albeit slightly detuned to suit the characteristics of a naked street bike. Add in good looks, strong performance, reasonable prices and Japanese reliability, and you have a winning formula. The crossplane engine produces a distinctive noise and the MT-10 also has cruise control, traction control and a choice of engine modes. Check the history before you buy and a good, clean 16-plate example will set you back around £8,500.”

As to market trends, Field said, “The two-wheel market is more stable than last year, but there’s still plenty of room for improvement. The year-to-date (YTD) registration figures are up just 0.4% on 2017, and it is a real mixed picture: a 4.2% increase for 1000cc+ machines and a 26.5% increase in 126-650cc machines on one hand, and a 20.7% drop in 0-50cc machines and a 15.9% drop in 651-1000cc machines on the other. Bearing in mind that most bikes are owned for pleasure rather than necessity, the opaque clarity of Brexit is undoubtedly putting some off spending. The moped crime headlines aren’t helping either. Hopefully the new MCIA Secured rating scheme will give consumers more faith in the products. The used market continues to perform well, but a shortage of ready-to-retail stock means dealers are having to work hard for their sales.”

With information from the police, DVLA, insurers and finance houses, My Car Check holds comprehensive data on every vehicle on UK roads – things that buyers should be aware of before making an offer.

Vehicle valuation manager at mycarcheck.com, Stuart Wilson, said, “Since Dacia arrived in the UK, in 2013, it has grown year-on-year, offering affordable, award-winning vehicles. The Stepway is a crossover to the Sandero, which has won What Car?’s best small car under £12,000 award five years running. It boasts a more rugged look with roof bars and a slightly raised ride height. The basic Ambiance model comes in either petrol or diesel, with three trim levels to choose from. You can pick up a used, low mileage example for around £8,500, and it is well worth considering even if you were thinking of spending more. As always, carry out your own vehicle check so you know what you’re getting into.”

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Texting can affect your braking Texting whilst driving can delay braking by up to 300 metres - Tech-savvy teens learn dangers of texting whilst driving.

Despite being illegal, using mobile phones whilst driving is something most people have been guilty of at some point in today’s tech-led world. This is especially an issue with teen drivers. In fact, research shows 19% of young drivers admitted texting at the wheel at least once a month in the UK, compared with 11% of older drivers. That figure quadruples in America.

In response to these worrying statistics, Lets Race - the UK’s only full-motion F1 Simulator Centre - put its advanced telemetry technology to good use and challenged local students to take part in a unique experiment.

The students, all of whom had been driving for one year or less, were invited to Lets Race to drive one of their simulators, and undertake multiple challenges using or checking their phone.

In order to simulate real-life, the students were asked to: - WhatsApp answers to simple questions e.g. what they ate for breakfast - Switch between Facebook and WhatsApp - Take a selfie - Video a fellow student driving next to them - Text what they could see on the screen in front of them e.g. lap info Using telemetry data, experts analysed the students’ behaviour and driving style including: speed, braking, accelerator pedal use, steering angle and more.

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Top line results highlighted: - A reduced reaction time with some students delaying braking by up to 300m (almost three times the length of a football pitch) - An inability to anticipate the steering input required - 80% of students spun the car - Decreased attention levels when determining what was coming next - Frantic use of hand movements - some managed to override the automatic gear change functionality by accidentally hitting the wrong switch - Lack of general concentration - 40% of students crashed even when driving in a straight line - Erratic throttle use - this, in real life, would cause damage to the car, produce a ‘bunny-hop’ driving style and lead to potential further crashes Ben Stephenson, Commercial Manager for Lets Race, commented, “It’s scary to think just how many people still use their mobile phones on the roads today despite being shown the statistics or

seeing the dangers.

“With students especially they have been born into the digital age and grown up using their mobiles as part of everyday life. They already have this over-confidence in themselves behind the wheel despite still being novice drivers, let alone adding in the distraction of their phones. The benefits of our telemetry tracked simulators is that we could physically show people using scientific data right in front of their eyes, just how badly their driving is affected.

“We hope our experiment will encourage those students to kick the drive/text habit and spread the word to their peers.”

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