In Touch with Bramford September 19 by steve@intouchnews.co.uk

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Volume 9 • Issue No. 11 • SEPTEMBER 2019

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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR I’ve just been home to see my family in Ireland and to spend some time on the farm with mum and dad. We had an influx of cousins which, despite the constant cooking, was a lot of fun. It was lovely to see all our children playing together, with the occasional squabble as I suspect there might have been when we were young. Back then, my cousin Eilish and I spent many long summers torturing my older brother with water balloons and nettles (don’t ask!). We even carved his name and the name of a certain girl on a roadside tree for all to see. Needless to say that didn’t go down very well, with either of them! Things have changed a lot since then and what struck me most this time was how quiet everywhere seemed to be. Our local town used to be a thriving metropolis (at least in my mind) but now it’s a bit downtrodden with a few too many boarded-up shops. A number of big employers have either closed down or moved elsewhere in recent years and where jobs go, people are forced to follow, in many cases moving abroad to Australia and Canada. I don’t know exactly when things started to slide so badly, but I’ve returned to Suffolk with renewed determination to support local producers, local manufacturers, local shops and bars and restaurants and local events. Without our support they simply can’t survive and thrive and ultimately we all lose out. We are forced to travel further to shop, we struggle to find employment close to home, our children leave to find jobs elsewhere and, as in my home town, a general lack of ‘vitality’ sets in which may be difficult to overcome. We may not know what the future holds, but we all have spending power and how and where we choose to spend our money will impact the local economy. Every penny we spend locally is an investment in our community, in our children’s future, in the look and feel of our towns and villages… I know I’d rather spend time in a bustling town or village with a mix of shops and cafes and restaurants, where activities are well attended, where people are confident about the future and where ‘community’, the natural outcome when residents and neighbours enjoy where they live, is strong. It’s in our hands to make it so and I’m proud to edit a series of magazines which celebrate community and enable local employers to share their wares. I also believe it’s important to know what’s happening in our local communities, to keep abreast of local developments and to know what’s what and who’s who. So make a cup of tea, sit back and enjoy.

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EUSTACE BROKE LORAINE TRUST The trust was set up in 1935 by Sir Percy Loraine to provide money for the “further or higher education of children whose parents are or have lately been permanent residents of Bramford and who have been educated in one or other of the Bramford Schools”. The role of the trust is to allocate small grants annually to former pupils of Bramford School who are carrying on their education at university or college. The trust has a small sum of money available at present and the trustees are willing to award grants to pupils who are undertaking further or higher education provided their application fits in with the above terms of the trust deed. The pupil is allowed to use any grant for the purchase of such items as books and equipment, but is not expected to use the grant for everyday living or travelling expenses. I would be pleased to receive applications from students who fit in the above categories. The student should write to me explaining what he/she is studying at college or university, and what he/she would use any grant for. The sum of money available is finite, and therefore the more applicants there are, the less potentially each could get. The trustees will meet in early October to consider any applications, so if we can receive your applications by the beginning of October it would be appreciated. If you have any queries prior to writing a letter, please do not hesitate to telephone me on the number below. Christopher M Bush 6 Greenways Close, Ipswich IP1 3RB 07771 552849 / bushhelen@live.co.uk

LORAINE VICTORY HALL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE Notice of AGM to be held on Tuesday 1 October in the Parish Room at 7pm. All welcome to attend.

FUN DOG SHOW AT BURSTALL SHOW What a great time we had at Burstall Show with the Fun Dog Show this year! In lovely afternoon sunshine, a large crowd of dog lovers (and the curious) enjoyed the fun as 28 entrants showed us what they could do – whether it was musical ‘SIT!’, catching a sausage or furiously wagging their tails. Judges Mel and Josh Seager chose a local dog, Lark, a lovely little cocker spaniel, as Best in Show. Well done to Lark, who also won an A4 print kindly donated by Dionne from CandyDash Images. The crowd’s undoubted favourite of the day was little Chihuahua Odie (pictured), who delighted the crowd in the ‘What’s my Trick?’ round by singing along to the recorder! We had a fun time and raised £50 for the show funds. Thank you all for your support – we look forward to seeing you all again in 2020. Picture by CandyDash Images Many local residents joined Rev Jenny Seggar in the churchyard at St Mary’s, Bramford on August 4 to bid her a fond farewell as she departs to take up a new position in Holbrook. Perhaps you will spot yourself in this month’s cover image, taken on the day by Wendy Bones. Jenny’s final service in Bramford is on Sunday, September 8 at 10am so if you missed her farewell picnic you so still have an opportunity to say good-bye.

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SUFFOLK ENERGY-FROM-WASTE FACILITY Heritage Open Day – 14 September 2019

September 30 marks the closing date for responses to the district council’s Joint Local Plan consultation. This is a 460-page document that seeks to establish the growth of Babergh and Mid Suffolk for the next 17 years with regard, primarily, to new housing. It’s a document long-overdue and residents across the affected regions are urged to take a look at the proposals currently under consultation before it’s too late. Don’t panic though; the majority of the document is broken down into maps of towns and villages in Babergh and Mid Suffolk with Bramford being found on pages 301 to 303. The consultation talks of an expansion of Bramford Primary School and the requirement for an additional 60-place pre-school, but healthcare is only being considered with regard to existing facilities in Ipswich. The need for improved travel links is an important factor, especially now as Suffolk County Council have taken the decision to cut much of Bramford’s bus services, and the need to protect historic and environmental aspects of the area with climate change now an important consideration for future development. Certainly local parish councils have seen more emphasis placed on such issues by the district council decision-makers when considering new planning proposals. National guidelines indicate a minimum of 10,008 houses needed across the Mid Suffolk region over the lifetime of the Joint Local Plan, taking us to 2036, but where these houses are likely to be built and what effect they may have on existing infrastructure is anyone’s guess right now. More details as to housing allocation, infrastructure, environmental and economic considerations can be found in the early pages of the Joint Local Plan document. In Bramford the second phase of the Cemex development up to Bramford Water Park, which has already been approved, and the Fitzgerald Road proposal are ‘allocated proposals’ being considered in the Joint Local Plan, so it’s important local residents, and those affected more widely, take the opportunity to express their views before the closing date. Let me give you that closing date again – Monday 30 September 2019! Find a copy of the Joint Local Plan at your local library or online at: www.midsuffolk.gov.uk/planning/planning-policy/new-joint-local-plan

On September 14, the Suffolk energy-from-waste facility is taking part in Heritage Open Days. Join us to find out what happens to your nonrecyclable rubbish after you put it in the bin. Visitors will be able to speak to members of our team and go on a guided tour of the facility which includes a trip to our control room, the heart of our operation. Visitors will also be able to spend time in our purpose-built visitor’s centre which uses interactive displays and activities. The facility will be open to the public between 10am and 2pm, and tours will be run at 10.15am, 11.15am, 12.15pm and 1.15pm. Check out our listing on the Heritage Open Days webpage: www.heritageopendays.org.uk/visiting/event/suffolk-efw Pre-booking for the tours is essential. To reserve your slot, or with any further questions, please email: suffolkefw.uk@suez.com Autumn 2019 Shutdown The facility will be undergoing its second planned maintenance shutdown of the year between 1 and 15 October. These shutdowns take place twice a year for essential cleaning and maintenance, ensuring the facility continues to run efficiently. The maintenance of the two furnaces will be staggered so that we can continue to accept waste throughout the shutdown period. There will be an increased number of contractors on site during this period, but there should be no impact on the local community. If you have any concerns about the upcoming shutdown period, please contact us via the details provided below. Any questions? If you have any queries about our operations, please do not hesitate to contact the facility: 01473 839149 / suffolkefw.uk@suez.com OTHER USEFUL CONTACTS To book a visit: 01473 839149 / suffolkefw.uk@suez.com

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BRAMFORD FUN DAY PLANT SALES Awakening to a beautiful warm sunny day, what possibly could go wrong? Samantha and Robert, my wonderful caring neighbours, had duly arrived with their van to transport our entries to the flower show. We returned later to load all my ‘for sale’ plants which we delivered to our sales pitch, which Samantha and Robert dressed with a number of laminated posters, making it look so very professional! In the meantime, Barry Earthy, my good friend and joint organiser, was busily occupied in selecting plants he had lovingly nurtured especially for this event. Additional gifts of plants were most gratefully received during the morning, including those from Jenny Reeve (Darmsden), Olive and Herbert Godbold, Amanda Critchlow, and Stella and John Alderton. All were quickly priced and staged with everything poised for the 1.30pm opening. At this point we snatched a quick lunch with Samantha hovering around making sure my dietary requirements were fully adhered to! It was then to action stations with Steven Reeve eagerly volunteering his

sales skills. In his spare time he most lovingly cares for Darmsden Church. Soon visitors were heading for the stalls with a considerable number converging to explore our wide selection. Support being brisk as I earlier mentioned, what could go wrong? Well it did! At 3.15pm the rain set and had a rather detrimental effect on the latter part of the afternoon. Luckily by then our sales had amounted to £152.10 and Barry and I most gratefully acknowledge the tremendous support we received. It makes all the hard work in the preparation so worthwhile. Despite the uncharitable weather I managed to squeeze in a brief visit to the flower show where, as on previous occasions, it was a joy to witness the wealth of talent that quietly flourishes within our village. Great credit is due to Mrs Renton and her team for arranging this most pleasurable annual event. Dennis R Page

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NEWS GIPPING VALLEY COUNTY & BLAKENHAM DISTRICT COUNCILLOR JOHN FIELD

CHERNOBYL CHILDREN’S LIFELINE The 17 children who were here in July have now returned home; it seems like only yesterday we were collecting them from the Airport.

Cuts to Commercial Bus Routes First is proposing changes to the 88 and 89 routes, no longer serving residential streets in Bramford, Claydon, Barham and Needham Market, a blow for those who find a long and steep walk to and from the bus a major challenge. The County are trying to negotiate a less damaging change and an improvement in Bramford to the four times a day 111 which would be its only service. Children’s Centres The Cabinet has agreed a new Family Hub model for children’s centres with a much greater emphasis on services delivered by outreach workers in 55 locations. The age range of children served will increase from 0-5 to 0-19. This will allow the County to deliver the range of health visiting and school nursing services it bid for and won last year. It is the source of last month’s media claims that the number of health visitors will be reduced by 25 per cent with a focus on the most vulnerable families. Of the 11 children’s centre buildings no longer required, two will be used for SEND, the rest for early learning. There will be a consultation in the autumn. Speech, Language and Communication A major change will bring County investment with health providers in services for children with speech and language difficulties. The aim is to provide for a much larger number of children. More effective outreach will be available to all schools, with training for early years and primary school staff to catch and correct issues as early as possible. For children aged four to 16 years with the most complex needs, there will be a new Communication and Interaction pathway with specialist units and new special schools. Ipswich Northern Bypass Consultation about the possible Northern Route will last until September 13. Three routes and a questionnaire to which you should respond are shown at: www.ipswichnorthernroute.org.uk. My group wanted an extensive study of the sustainable transport alternatives for shopping, education, leisure and medical appointments or work. We don’t think that this new road fits with the council’s declaration of a climate emergency and commitment to be carbon-neutral by 2030. To persuade the government to spend perhaps £600 million on this road, it has been defined as a growth project bringing with it some 10,000 to 15,000 new houses in addition to those under the Local Plan. There is little improvement to the congestion in Ipswich at major cost to surrounding villages.

The children enjoyed many outings, most sponsored by local businesses and people in the community. These included trips to Easton Park Farm, Chessington World of Adventure, Felixstowe beach, Fred Last’s private railway, the circus and beach at Great Yarmouth just to mention a few. They all enjoyed making water rockets with the Needham Market Lake Wardens, followed by a huge lunch at The Angel Coffee House. One of our former hosts even held a ‘Fristmas Day’ (Fake Christmas) where the children all met Santa Claus. Photos and videos of the visit are now on our Facebook page and at: www.ccllmidsuffolk.org.uk Another smaller group of children will arrive for a three week visit in December, which will, of course, incorporate Christmas! If anyone is interested in finding out more about hosting please get in touch with me and I will provide further details. Looking ahead, Christmas Chocolate Bingo returns to Needham Market on December 7; more details to follow in future newsletters. Charity Shop Despite the road closures our patrons continued to support us and we are pleased to see that we have received many visits from people who come from out of the area. We have a great selection of ‘nearly new’ items all looking to be rehomed… do come and give us a look, you may be very surprised at what you may find. With grateful thanks as always. Link Chair Elizabeth Parker enquiries@ccllmidusffolk.org.uk / 01449 760343 FB: @Ccllmidsuffolk

Mid Suffolk Mid Suffolk has joined the County and declared a Climate Emergency. It has also decided to enhance action on biodiversity. Both won unanimous support, so we are all on the same page on these vital issues. Parking Issues There are several areas in Gipping Valley where inconsiderate parking by employees of companies which lack adequate onsite parking causes a problem to residents. It is, of course, quite legal to park on a road if you don’t cause an obstruction. I could ask for a traffic regulation order to ban on-pavement parking or to provide yellow lines, but both would inconvenience residents as well as the employees. When the police acted, it just moved the problem to other streets but the PCSOs are going to act. If you have any queries, please ring 07545 423808 or email: john.field@suffolk.gov.uk

PUZZLE NIGHT COMPETITION Somersham Village Hall from 6pm on Saturday 23 November Tickets from Pam: 01473 658047 / f.b.shephard@btinternet.com

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OUT & ABOUT IPSWICH MOBILE LIBRARY ROUTE 5 BAR-CLAY MUSIC MAKERS – Robin Hood arrives in Claydon Following lively auditions in July, BMM are ready to launch rehearsals of Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood, our upcoming pantomime in Claydon and Barham Village Hall. All the classic panto elements are there: romance, villainy, comedy and, of course, plenty of singing and dancing. The show dates are 24, 25 and 31 January and 1 February. It’s not too late to be involved backstage or front of house. For more details, email: vera.rogers1@btinternet.com

GREAT BLAKENHAM CRAFT CLUB Open to anyone living in Great Blakenham and the surrounding areas, meeting every Monday from February to December (other than Bank Holidays) in Great Blakenham Parish Room from 2-4pm.

In August we enjoyed a card making workshop entitled Autumn is Coming and a number of the finished makes are pictured. Our September workshop is entitled Take Heart and is a sewing project.

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Sproughton Church Lane 9.10-9.25am Sproughton Wild Man 9.30-9.45am Bramford St Mary’s Close 9.50-10.05am Bramford Paper Mill Lane 10.10-10.25am Great Blakenham Chequers 10.35-10.55am Great Blakenham, Blue Leighs Mobile Home Park 11-11.15am Baylham Post Box 11.25-11.45am Claydon Crown 11.55am-1pm Claydon, Edinburgh Gardens 2.05-2.20pm Barham Bacon Road 2.25-3.50pm Bramford Packard Place 4-4.30pm

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2019: 6 September, 4 October, 1 November, 29 November, 27 December

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ST MARY’S CHURCH GATHERING This month’s get-together is on September 19 at the Church Room, Ship Lane. We have a fireman coming to tell us about fire prevention in our homes.

A MUSICAL EVENING WITH PLUCK AND SQUEEZE Nettlestead Church on Friday 13 September from 7pm Tickets from Pam: 01473 658047 / f.b.shephard@btinternet.com

BRAMFORD WI Our meeting at The Loraine Victory Hall on Monday 9 September at 7.30pm will be all about gardening. Nikki Wright is going to show as how to treat our gardens to some late summer care. She’s going to bring along some plants to show us how to prune them, and may have some for us to buy. The competition is A Collage of a Flower.

We welcome new visitors for an afternoon of friendship, fun and some light refreshments.

BRAMFORD CRAFT & CHATTER GROUP This month we meet on Tuesdays 10 and 24 September from 9.30am-noon in the Parish Room. Newcomers who are interested in craft or playing Scrabble are always welcome.

SPROUGHTON SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB Meetings are held at the Church Hall in Lower Street every Wednesday from 2pm-4pm for whist and bingo. Wiltshire Farm Foods will give us a demonstration of their superb meals on September 4. All visitors welcome.

GREAT BLAKENHAM OVER 50S CLUB Open to anyone of that age living in Great Blakenham and the surrounding area. We meet from 2-4pm on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month in Great Blakenham Parish Room. The club will reconvene on September 11 with our AGM and a social afternoon. New members are always welcome so if you would like to come along and see what goes on we will be pleased to see you. Jackie Durrant: 01449 672690

BRAMFORD COMPUTER CLUB The club will meet from 10am-noon on Wednesdays 11, 18 and 25 September in the upstairs room at Bramford Methodist Church. Membership is £1 for the year, payable in September, and £3 per two-hour session. There is no set programme, but we are here to help you to get the most out of your computer. Why not give it a try?

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OUT & ABOUT GIRLS HAVE FUN SCOUTS JET OFF FOR ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME Unit 18 Iceni and Unit 19 Teagulls, both from Suffolk left on 20 July to fly off to the World Scout Jamboree in North America. The Scouts from Suffolk joined 5,000 others from across the UK, and 40,000 more from nearly every country in the world, for two weeks of activities and skills development, while, best of all, making new friends at one of the most truly international events on the planet. The UK Scouts flew to New York for 24 hours in the Big Apple. The city was taken over by the Scouts getting to know each other, seeing the sights and learning to navigate the big city, before they travelled to the Jamboree site in wild and wonderful West Virginia. The World Scout Jamboree includes opportunities for Scouts to learn new skills with other young people from across the globe. They will experience high adventure in a community of new residents from nearly every country in the world.

Are you aged between five and seven years? Bramford Rainbows meet on Mondays from 5.30-6.30pm in the Scout & Guide Head Quarters opposite the Victory Hall. Come and join us for crafts, cooking and lots of fun. For more information contact Helen: 07733 070012 We would love to see you.

RIVER GIPPING TRUST The trust continues the process of restoring part of the footpath at Baylham to its original position. The primary objective is to improve the walking experience of those who use the Gipping Way, but the purchase of the bridge is beyond the resources of the trust so we are embarking on a major fundraising initiative. Our potential sponsor seeks proof that we have local and community support.

Ollie Smith, Unit 19 Leader, said: “I can’t believe we are actually here about to jump on the plane, the airport is full of Scouts. I have been counting down the days until we leave and finished packing two weeks ago. The people I am going with have become my closest friends and I can’t wait to make friends with Scouts from all over the world! We have skills to share food to taste. It’s going to be awesome.” As well as being a fantastic opportunity for young people, the event is an amazing chance for adult volunteers such as me to take part in activities and learn new skills that they can use in other aspects of their life. Groups from Wolsey District include 26th and 32nd Ipswich and Castle Hill Cobras. Chief Scout Bear Grylls said: “Scouts from Suffolk have travelled 3,800 miles to wild and wonderful West Virginia, USA for the 24th World Scout Jamboree. These are some of our brightest and best and every one of them will be an ambassador for the Scouts, the UK’s largest mixed movement, helping prepare girls and boys with skills for life. “World Scout Jamborees only happen every four years and tens of thousands of Scouts attend each one. They are incredible festivals of peace, friendship and adventure. Young people will make friends for life with people from over 150 countries, experience different food, language and culture while learning new skills. It will be the journey of a lifetime. “The 2019 Jamboree, jointly hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico, is set to be one of the biggest and most exciting yet. The theme is Unlock A New World – focusing especially on how we can create a sustainable world together.” Mark Pearson

Your Support is Vital While donations are always welcomed, written support from walkers, landowners and the wider community is key to the trust succeeding with this important project. You can offer your support in a number of ways: • By writing to: The Secretary, River Gipping Trust, Church Cottage, Capel St Mary, Ipswich IP9 2EL • By emailing us at: support@rivergippingtrust.org • Via Facebook: The River Gipping Trust Unfortunately, we were unable to complete the restoration of Pipps Ford lock. We did start, but the ground was too soft and muddy from the heavy rain, making the steel pile insertion impossible with the heavy weight of the equipment that had been specified. We will now be reviewing this activity with a view to finding a procedure that uses lighter equipment and will be returning to the project once this is achieved.

IPSWICH AND DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB Join us on the last Wednesday every month (excluding July & August) for a three-course lunch followed by an interesting speaker and a prize raffle. On the second Wednesday we meet for coffee and a chat. In July and August, and at Christmas, our wives, partners and friends are invited to join us. They also accompany us to theatres, shows, musicals and trips to places of interest in East Anglia and beyond. Why not come and meet other gentlemen, all retired or semi-retired and from a wide range of careers, interests and backgrounds? Our objective is to provide fellowship for members and their families. Prospective new members are always welcome and there is no requirement to have belonged to any other organisation previously. If you wish to join us, as a guest initially, or require further details, please contact our secretary, Malcolm Kemp: 07711 689130 / secretary.ipswichprobus@gmail.com

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OUT & ABOUT SUFFOLK FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Annual Fair, Saturday 14 September, 10am-4pm The University of Suffolk, Waterfront Building, Neptune Quay, Ipswich IP4 1QL

SOMERSHAM & DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB Our meeting in September should prove very interesting; Jaime Blake from Blooms of Bressingham will be giving a talk entitled Around the World in 80 Plants. So if you would like to be transported around the world while sitting in comfort, please join us on Monday 9 September in Offton and Willisham Village Hall at 7.30pm. Refreshments are available together with a monthly draw. For further information please call: 01473 254941/830600

IPSWICH TRANSPORT SOCIETY Monday 16 September: RAF Bentwaters & Woodbridge Bases 1943 – 1993 plus Bentwaters Cold War Museum by Bob Hale Monday 21 October: To China for Steam by Alan Denny Monday 18 November: The Variety of Traction on the Wherry Lines from the 1980s to the Present Day by Al Pulford Monday 20 January: Grey’s Coaches from Ely – 70+ years of Service, from the Beginning by Richard Grey Monday 17 February: Annual General Meeting followed A 1982 Summer in New York (Shipping) by Ron Davies Monday 16 March: Bahamas Locomotive Society – The Story So Far by John Hillier Monday 20 April: City of Norwich Aviation Museum – The Collection & the Story by Trevor Eady All meetings take place at Greenfinch Church Hall, Greenfinch Avenue, Ipswich at 7.30pm. Refreshments available.

The event, entitled Your Family History – From Starting to Finishing, is free to enter. It begins at 10.15am with a free talk entitled How to Start Researching Your Family History. Later we present How to Preserve Your Research for The Future and How to Get More From the 1939 Register, both of which are free to members and £2 for non-members. The society AGM (members only) is at 11.30am. The fair consists of stands and displays by associated societies, history groups and commercial suppliers offering specialist advice and useful genealogical materials. There is also a family history research help area. For more in information go to: www.suffolkfhs.org.uk Thursday 26 September, 7.15pm: To Relieve Need and Distress: The Story of East Anglian Almshouses by Sarah Doig Almshouses have a long and rich history, stretching back to our medieval monasteries. Sarah will chart the evolution of the almshouse, exploring the life of these institutions from the perspective of both donor and beneficiary. She will also take a look at the differing styles of architecture, as well as dipping into the various rules and regulations the inhabitants had to adhere to if they were to keep their highly-prized place in the almshouse. We meet at the Co-op Education Centre where the pedestrian entrance is at 11 Fore Street, Ipswich IP4 1JW, and the car park entrance is in Waterworks Street IP4 1JG. Admission is £2 for society members and £2.50 for non-members, who are warmly welcomed. You can join the society at the meeting if you wish. Tickets are not required, just turn up and pay on the door. For more information contact Howard on 01473 274300 or visit: www.suffolkfhs.org.uk

IPSWICH & DISTRICT SOROPTIMIST CLUB SUFFOLK INDUSTRIAL ARCHAEOLOGY SOCIETY Wednesday 11 September Motoring Heritage Structures by Thomas Pinner Wednesday 9 October Martlesham Heath Airfield by Howard King Wednesday 13 November Annual General Meeting followed by Bygones & Tools from a Personal Collection by Keith Hillman Wednesday 11 December Reconstruction of the Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon Ship by Paul Constantine Wednesday 8 January The Trinity House (Lighthouse) Story by Capt Karl Lumbers

In this half year we decided to focus on mental health issues in our community. Initially we rather surprised ourselves at our starting point – libraries! It didn’t take long for our speaker, Sarah Lungley, Mental Health and Wellbeing Coordinator for Suffolk Libraries, to convince us that this makes sense. As free public spaces libraries have often provided a comfortable and safe refuge but we were intrigued to learn how they are developing this role. Different libraries are finding ways that suit their local situation of tackling social isolation, supporting individuals, providing drop in sessions, offering well-being or activity groups. Continuing the theme of mental health we are all reading The Shock of the Fall by Nathan Filer ready for discussion at our September meeting. Back to Suffolk Libraries again! We always have a book discussion in September and are particularly grateful to them for providing sets of copies. Afterwards we contribute the money we didn’t spend on buying the books to one of our projects.

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CONSULTATION LAUNCHES ON THE COUNTY’S GREEN ACCESS STRATEGY Communities are being invited to have their say on the Green Access Strategy – Rights of Way Improvement Plan as part of a ten-week consultation held by Suffolk County Council (SCC). The county council, under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act (2000) is required to put together this plan which identifies changes that will improve rights of way provision for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and those with mobility problems. The plan, which looks at rights of way access up until 2026, details why green access is so relevant to Suffolk’s population and its visitors, and it focuses on how green access can benefit quality of life. SCC built the strategy on previous work, research and engagement with a range of consultees, such as the Suffolk Local Access Forum, parish councils, local businesses, landowners, users and non-user groups. The public consultation runs until Friday 20 September and will provide the council with final feedback before the plan is presented to cabinet later this year. Councillor Mary Evans, Suffolk County Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Rural Issues said: “The Green Access Strategy represents our commitment as a council to make the very most of the rights of way network and to provide our residents, our business community and our visitors an array of different and innovative opportunities to use, enjoy and benefit from green access.” To find out more about the consultation and how you can have your say visit: www.suffolk.gov.uk/rowip

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ON THE GRAPEVINE SUFFOLK LIBRARIES LAUNCH THE FIRST EVER CELEBRATION OF THE COUNTY’S LIBRARY SERVICE Suffolk Libraries is a charity which was launched to run Suffolk’s library service in August 2012. Seven years on and all 44 libraries continue to be focal points for the local community. Highlighting this, over the past four years the number and range of events and activities in libraries has increased with the number of people attending them rising by 29 per cent. Suffolk Libraries also runs a mobile library service, two pop-up library services and the county’s prison libraries. Bruce added: “Our success story is down to the hard work of our staff and people in the community who continue to support us and champion our libraries. Suffolk Libraries Day will raise awareness that we are a charity and need to raise more income as we’re likely to face many challenges in the future. We’ve had some great support for the Book Journey already and there’ll be lots of opportunities for local people to get involved in Suffolk Libraries Day events so if you have any ideas or want to support us please get in touch.” Pamela Holmes, author of the Huntingfield Paintress, added: Suffolk Libraries has officially launched a day of celebration to generate support for the county’s library service. The first ever Suffolk Libraries Day will take place on Saturday 12 October, at the end of National Libraries Week. Suffolk Libraries Day will see special events take place at all 44 libraries with the aim of showcasing everything libraries have to offer the community. The day will also raise funds to support the county’s library service. During the week leading up to Suffolk Libraries Day a Book Journey Challenge will also take place with Suffolk businesses coming together to get the book from Bungay to Haverhill, visiting all the county’s libraries in between. The book will cover a total distance of 323.9 miles with companies sponsoring each leg and transporting the book in a range of quirky and inventive ways including an American muscle car, a tractor, tandem and vintage coach. Many major Suffolk companies have signed up so far including Adnams, Ipswich Buses, Hughes, Care UK, EO, East of England Co-Op, Exterion Media, Scarlett and Mustard, Ryan’s insurance and Realise Futures. The chosen book for the Book Journey is The Huntingfield Paintress a historical fiction novel by Pamela Holmes which is set in Suffolk. Bruce Leeke, CEO of Suffolk Libraries, said: “Suffolk Libraries Day will be a fantastic opportunity to highlight the huge impact our libraries have on making Suffolk such a great place to live. All our libraries are thriving community hubs that are there for everyone. The exciting diversity of our offer continues to drive people to our sites, especially for events and activities.”

“I was thrilled that my book was chosen to be part of the Book Journey. I went to school in Suffolk and have given talks in several of the lovely local libraries in the county so I’m very proud to support this campaign to highlight the value of libraries to their communities.” Ashley Shorey-Mills, General Manager of Hughes Smart, said: “Hughes are supporting the Suffolk Libraries Day book journey, because we feel as a Suffolk company who started out in Lowestoft nearly 100 years ago, we need to support our local services. The work Suffolk Libraries do in engaging with their local communities and offering services that go way beyond just books is fantastic, and so when we heard about this event, we knew we wanted to be involved as much as we could. Suffolk is an incredible place, and it’s going to amazing to see the support from the people of Suffolk as this book travels across the county.” Andy Wood, CEO of Adnams PLC, added: “The writer Sidney Sheldon once wrote that ‘Libraries store the energy that fuels the imagination. They open up windows to the world and inspire us to explore and achieve, and contribute to improving our quality of life.’ We totally agree and this is why we are proud to support Suffolk Libraries Day and the other great initiatives that support learning through our Adnams Community Trust.” On Suffolk Libraries Day itself there will be a wide range of activities taking place in libraries with the mobile library service joining in too. Activities across the county confirmed so far include a sponsored readathon at a local school, a children’s disco, a sponsored walk/bike ride between the three libraries in Saxmundham, Leiston and Aldeburgh, a photography competition, LEGO building session and a battle of the bands event.

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SCHOOLS / SPORT CLAYDON PRE-SCHOOL By the time you read this our summer break will be coming to an end and everyone is, hopefully, all refreshed and ready to start the new autumn term. We will be welcoming back some of our existing children, along with quite a few new ones and we are really looking forward to meeting them all and to starting on lots of new creations, fun times and memories. We will be open for all our term-time children from Wednesday 4 September. From September 2019 we will be opening the pre-school from 8am to 6pm all year round (except for bank holidays and the Christmas period). We take children from and age of two, funded two, three and four year olds, and those who are entitled to 30 hours funding. Simply register at Childcare Choices to see if you are eligible. If you would like an application form or further information please contact administration assistant Lisa Read: Claydon Pre-school, Old Scout Hut, Thornhill Road, Claydon IP6 0DZ / 01473 831648 / admin@claydonpreschool.co.uk

BRAMFORD TENNIS CLUB Eat, Sleep, Tennis, Repeat! Although Wimbledon is over, there’s still plenty of time to get involved in tennis at your local club through our special membership offers or one of our coaching courses. Please do get in touch; it would be great to see you on court!

CLAYDON & DISTRICT BADMINTON CLUB While the high school hall has been unavailable to us, I have been lucky to play at Whitton with some friends. While it has been great fun, it really isn’t a patch on playing with the crowd at Claydon & District Badminton Club. Besides there being no booking process (you simply turn up on a Monday night), you also get to play with a bigger group of players which, of course, improves your game! It’s so easy to get stuck in a rut with the same three friends, only to find you are playing to their weaknesses rather than your strengths because you know them so well. What’s more, if you pay for the whole term, or even a year in advance, it works out a lot cheaper, even if you miss some Monday nights during that time. So what are you waiting for? Our first night this term is Monday 9 September so come along to Claydon High School Sports Hall from 7-9pm and revitalise your enjoyment of the game!

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The aim of our ladies’ group is to encourage more female players to engage with the sport through a friendly non-competitive and supportive coaching environment. Sessions take place on Tuesday evenings from 6.30pm and cost just £5/session (£4 for members). All playing abilities are welcome and each week we use a mixture of shot progressions, drills and fun tennis related games to develop our tennis skills. New 12+ Junior Invitation Squad Following the success of our Mini Tennis programme (ages 5-11), we are now keen to establish a squad for older juniors (age 12+) and other invited junior players who are able to rally. The squad will commence on Saturday mornings in September. If you are interested in a place please contact our coach, Carl. To find out more at about any of the items mentioned above please visit: www.clubspark.lta.org.uk/BramfordTennisClub www.facebook.com/BramfordTennisClub Call or text our coach, Carl Douglas: 07553 966380

BURSTALL CARPET BOWLS CLUB We held our pairs tournament at Burstall Village Hall on Sunday 28 July when we also enjoyed a delicious lunch. The winners were Gill Bailey and Daphne Knights, runners-up Richard Sago and John Minchin. It was a very enjoyable day. Thanks to Keith Armes for organising the matches and everyone who prepared the lovely food. Keith presented the trophies at the end of the day and also presented the trophies for the men’s singles which had been played earlier in the year, the winners of which were John Minchin with Ivan Smith the runner-up. Pictured l-r are John Minchin, Richard Sago, Gill Bailey, Daphne Knight and Ivan Smith. We have four more games in the Summer League and look forward to playing in the First Division (East) in the Winter League this year having gained promotion last season. Of course, there was great celebration on our achievement! We would welcome new members. Just come along to Burstall Village Hall on a Monday or Friday evening at 7.30pm and give it a try. For further information contact Richard Sago: 01473 742468

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SPORT / CHURCH NEWS BRAMFORD BOWLS CLUB The semi-final of the BE ladies Hadleigh Cup was played on July 17 against a combination team from Ipswich & District and IBC. The green proved to be a challenge to some, but we came out worthy winners with some impressive scores on two of the rinks: J Whiting, L Fairs, R Rudge & S Utteridge 28-15; Ann Thaine, Jean Hughes, J Witham & L Ratcliffe 24-11; Jean Taylor, Sally Fisher, Sue Keeble & M Saunders 17-15. We now play Ipswich Ladies in the final on August 28 at Hadleigh BC.

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Roy Prentice and Lucy Ratcliffe progressed to the final of the county Federation Mixed Pairs. This was a close affair and could have gone either way at one stage, but the pair from Eye BC just edged through in the last few ends to win. It was, however, great to have got to this last stage before the national finals. But alas it was not to be.

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Stella Utteridge and Mary Saunders reached the national finals at Leamington in the BE ladies senior pairs. Despite being up at the halfway stage, they lost out to the pair that eventually won the title. We have five representatives in the team for Area C in the final of the Ellen Matthews which will be played at Fressingfield on August 11, namely Linda Fairs, Sally Fisher, Jean Hughes, Jo Whiting and Diana Wolton. Go on and win! The quarter-final of the men’s BE Millennium Trophy was played at Bramford against Ipswich & District Bowls Club on July 28. This turned out to be a cliffhanger for players and spectators alike. Having won one of the singles each, the triples winning, but losing the fours, it was all down to the pair of Marty Barber and John Parnell to step up to the plate. It went down to the wire with the opposing skip failing to remove our shot wood so the game was ours by three rinks to two. Well done the lads! The semi-final and final are being held on September 15 at Felixstowe & Suffolk Bowls Club, so let’s go along and give them our support. The result of the Bert Edwards Cup Final played on August 3 against Felixstowe & Suffolk was a good game against strong opposition and we only lost out by eight shots to Felixstowe, 57-65. A great effort. The Club Pairs was held on August 4 with 16 players attending in lovely sunshine. The format was four games of six ends and the two pairs who will contest the final on finals day are Tony Fisher and Lucy Ratcliffe and Mike O’Shea and Allen Davey. Peter Dodds held his President’s Day on August 10 in very blustery conditions, which added a slice of interest to the proceedings. The format was three games of eight ends and the person with the most shots over the three games and the winner of the President’s Cup was Peter Rudge. We then retired to the club house for an excellent Thai meal prepared by Yot Dodds, her sister and friends – truly scrumptious! This was despite having a power cut for three hours during the afternoon. The accompanying wine certainly complemented the meal! We have had mixed results in the leagues with the A and C teams maintaining their places in their respective leagues, but the highlight is that the D team captained by Les Woolnough has gained promotion to the higher league. This was a fantastic effort from all concerned – well-done team Woolnough. We also won the Samford Afternoon League. However, the B team has been relegated. The club finals will now be played on September 22 due to Bramford being in the final of the Millennium Trophy. The closing of the green will now be on September 29. Mary Saunders

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Sunday 10.30-11.30am*: Morning Worship with Holy Communion every third Sunday 10.30-11.30am: Lighthouse Club for ages 5+ (first and third Sundays, term time only). Bible stories, painting, card making, biscuit decorating, etc. plus free leaflet to take home. 4-6pm: Families@4, an informal get-together with afternoon tea provided and a children’s activity (see diary for theme). Come and go as you please. This is not a service but our minister usually joins us (once a month; please check diary). Monday 2-3pm: Bible Study, an informal look at issues that those present wish to discuss (every third Monday) Tuesday 2-3pm*: Network/MWiB, our ladies meeting, but gentlemen are always welcome (second and fourth Tuesdays from October-April and second Tuesday from May-September) Wednesday 10am-noon: Computer Club (term time only) Thursday 3-3.30pm*: United Service (very informal) at Cherryfields (first Thursday) Saturday 10-11am: Coffee Morning at the Methodist Church or at Cherryfields (see below / third Saturday of month) *followed by tea/coffee DIARY FOR SEPTEMBER Sunday 1, 10.30am: Morning Worship, Mrs M Watsham Thursday 5, 3pm: United Service at Cherryfields Sunday 8, 10am: At St Mary’s where we will join our friends for Rev Jenny Seggar’s final service at Bramford Tuesday 10, 2pm: Network/MWiB, Rev Jo Jacobs Wednesday 11, 7.30pm: Prayers for Healing Saturday 14, 9am-5pm: Suffolk Historic Churches Trust Annual Bike Ride. Rita will open the church during this time to welcome cyclists and walkers and would be grateful to receive sponsorship for our church funds. Sunday 15, 10.30am: Morning Worship, Rev M Dawes – our 146th Church Anniversary Service, All-age Worship Sunday 15, 6.30pm: United Service with our friends from St Mary’s, Mr John Chenery Monday 16, 2pm: Bible Study (no coffee morning in September) Sunday 22, 10.30am: Morning Worship, Mr M Ellis Sunday 29, 10.30am: Morning Worship, Rev M Allen Sunday 29, 4-6pm: Families@4, Rev D Grimshaw – A Harvest Theme

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ST MARY THE VIRGIN CHURCH, BRAMFORD Priest-in-Charge: The Rev Jenny Seggar 01473 747819 / revjseggar@outlook.com Safeguarding Officer: Mr John Chenery, 01473 742797 www.the-tew-family.co.uk/stmbramford

Sunday 8: Trinity 12 10am Benefice Communion, Bramford 5pm Five O’clock Service, Bramford Parish Room Wednesday 11 11am Communion from Reserved Sacrament, Baylham Care Centre

Dear Friends, This will be my last contribution to the various publications that we take part in. My final service is on September 8 at 10am at St Mary’s, Bramford, joined by the Bramford Methodists, with The Rev Derek Grimshaw, Methodist Superintendent, preaching. Everybody is invited to join us.

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On September 9 the removal vans arrive, and we move over to the next parish. It has been a thought-provoking couple of months for all of us, as we head into an uncertain future. Uncertain does not necessarily mean bad, with prayer and a sprinkling of faith we will get to where we need to be! Of course, my prayers will be with all of you, and I hope you will pray for John and I as we move into a new community.

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It will be business as usual in the churches, and as we get sorted out, church contacts will be published. In the meantime, please contact the churchwardens for the church you wish to get in touch with, or look on the noticeboard for the parish contact details.

Saturday 28 10am Coffee Morning, Bramford Parish Room

In case of funerals, or other emergencies, please contact The Rev Canon Diane Williams, our rural dean: diane.rev@btinternet.com / 01449 720316 It really has been a remarkable eight years, and I have learnt a lot from you all. My hope and prayer for you is that you will continue in your calling and your service to God in this wonderful place, and that you will be open to the guiding of the Holy Spirit. Blessings to you all, Rev Jenny CALENDAR FOR SEPTEMBER St Mary the Virgin Bramford, St Mary Nettlestead, St Mary the Virgin Little Blakenham, St Peter Baylham Wednesday 9.30am: Quiet Reflective Communion Service (location as announced) Sunday 1: Trinity 11 10am Parish Communion with Prayer, Bramford 6pm Evening Prayer, Baylham

Sunday 15: Trinity 13 10am Parish Communion, Baylham 3pm Harvest Festival with 1pm Harvest Lunch, Nettlestead

Sunday 22: Trinity 14 10am Communion Service, Nettlestead No fourth Sunday Communion Service at Bramford

Sunday 29: Trinity 15 10am United Harvest Festival Communion Service, Little Blakenham Please check porch notices for any changes. FROM THE PARISH REGISTERS Baptisms July 7: Oscar Spinks, St Mary’s, Bramford July 28: Emily Palmer, St Mary’s Bramford August 11: Archie Littleboy, St Mary, Little Blakenham May they grow in grace and the knowledge of God. Weddings July 27: Richard Davey & Nicole Corrigan, St Mary, Little Blakenham May they grow in their love for each other. Floodlighting of the spire of St Mary’s Church August 29: In memory of Sue Cave on her birthday October 7: In memory of Amy Fillis on her birthday If you would like to have the spire floodlit please ring Stewart on 01473 462231. The requested donation is £10 per week.

SOMERSHAM BAPTIST CHURCH This year’s Harvest Appeal is again for the Ipswich charity FIND. We sacrifice the lovely smell and colours of a traditional Harvest Festival for the more mundane and practical, tins and dry food packages, because they will last beyond Christmas. Your harvest gifts will be used to provide Christmas food parcels for families. The needs are growing, FIND report that ‘In 2018 we gave out 3,847 food parcels and 2,266 Christmas hampers, over 6,000 adults and children were helped by FIND, double that helped in 2017’. These are all families referred to FIND by local agencies

11.30am-12.30pm: Worship Service Refreshments are served between meetings; come when you can and leave when you want. Weekdays at the Chapel Lunch and Listen at noon: resumes on Thursday 3 October Friends and Neighbours at 7.45pm: resumes on Monday 16 September

Please bring your gifts of tinned and dried food to our Harvest Worship and Lunch on Sunday 15 September at 11am.

CONTACTS Pastor Mark Newcombe: 01473 831940 / 07958 830103 m.newcombe940@btinternet.com

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Sunday 10-10.30am: Prayer and Share 10.45-11.15am: Bible Study (Communion on the first Sunday)

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