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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR Jack wanted to hold a roadside cake sale to raise money for charity, but couldn’t decide who to donate the money to. Old people were his first choice so I suggested Age UK Suffolk. Then he decided it should go to people who don’t have a place to live so we decided on Shelter. Next it was to help people with cancer so we added Cancer Research UK to the list. We sat there for an hour or so with our little picnic table, offering free squash with every purchase and the option to buy a copy of Jack’s Little Blue Book of Bits and Bones, drawings of some of the many odd bits Jack has picked up on scavenger hunts in the woods and compiled into a book with grandpa’s help. My son definitely has a generous soul, but in this instance I think book sales was his main objective. He did sell three copies and we raised £4 for each of our chosen charities, so not a bad result overall. The best part was meeting people. Most of our customers were walking past but one lovely couple stopped in their car to see what we were up to and purchased four buns and a copy of the book. Turns out they have just moved into the house three doors up and this was their first opportunity, and ours, to meet. I dread to think how long it would have taken otherwise. Everyone seems so busy these days, racing from one appointment to another. I feel like I’m juggling all the time and rarely feel satisfied that I’ve done any one thing as well as I’d have liked. Time with extended family and neighbours, to get involved in community events or to volunteer in any capacity, seems impossible, but thank goodness so many people manage to conquer this balancing act. Those who do are the ones who collect for charity, who volunteer at schools and libraries, who organise fundraising events, who take part in all sorts of fundraising activities, who share themselves with others who may not be able to get out and about so easily. Where would we be without these angels? My paltry £12 split three ways is no more than a token effort which I’m unlikely to repeat in a hurry, but in the coming months we will have several opportunities to support the efforts of others dedicated to raising money for one cause or another. So don’t drive by. Stick your hand in your pocket and throw a few coins in the pot, and if you’re not in a hurry take a moment to chat.

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NEWS FREE CIRCUS PERFORMANCE FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES Christies Care, the national in-home care provider, is working with Circus Petite, a new Suffolk touring circus, to put on a special free performance for people with learning disabilities at Woodbridge Rugby Club on Monday, October 3 at 1pm. Circus Petite is a brand new touring circus from Ipswich, which is taking its debut tour around Suffolk towns and villages throughout September and October. Acts include the amazing Justo the Clown, jugglers, tight and slack rope walking (tight rope that swings), hula-hooping, unicycling, magic, diablo, acrobatics, poi artists and lots more.

Circus Petite performing, and above right, Justo the clown Christies Care’s specialist learning disabilities team have been advising the circus on how to ensure the performance is a positive, enjoyable experience for all and easily accessible for the audience. They are being supported by Woodbridge Rugby Club, home of the Wheeled Warriors wheelchair rugby team, who are providing their facilities for free for this performance. Lin Barnes, director of Christies Care, said: “We share a desire for inclusivity with Circus Petite and Woodbridge Rugby Club. We saw an opportunity to work together to bring this magical circus performance to an audience of people who have learning disabilities. With the fabulous accessible facilities at Woodbridge Rugby Club and the open mindedness of the team at Circus Petite, we’re enabling more people to have a great community experience.” David Bean, co-founder of Circus Petite, said: “We were delighted that Christies Care agreed to help us to bring this special performance to fruition. Their specialist team have helped us to ensure we are offering an entertaining show that is appropriate and comfortable for an audience of people who have learning disabilities. With the facilities at Woodbridge Rugby Club, this is going to be great.” For information on this special performance on Monday, October 3 at 1pm, please contact Ian Hart at Christies Care on 01728 605127. For general ticket enquiries and dates for Circus Petite please call 01473 737173 or visit: www.circuspetite.co.uk

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NEWS CHOOSE WOODBRIDGE WINS SCBC’S ENCOURAGING TOURISM AWARD

SPENCER WIX STONE MASON LTD Spencer Wix has been a stone mason all his working life, having started his journey at the age of 16. With almost 20 years experience behind him he provides an expert and tasteful service for memorials, house signs, fireplaces and much more. Spencer learnt the trade by starting with a two-year apprenticeship. He then went on to work for The Ministry of Defence hand carving headstones for the military. He also undertook a college course in Bath and worked for several years sending work all over the world before settling in Suffolk. He has been running Spencer Wix Stone Mason Ltd for four years now. “I love it here and the business is going from strength to strength,” said Spencer. Stone masonry is a specialised business and one where you have to have the expertise to shine through. This Spencer does have and he can provide a variety of services, including letter cutting, and has also won a number of awards for his work and design. With his experience and service he is able to provide customers with a professional and sympathetic service, especially for those having memorial work done.

(l-r) Harry Young, James Lightfoot, Chris Harrold and Geoff Holdcroft At the award ceremony on September 15, Choose Woodbridge were awarded Suffolk Coastal Business & Community’s Encouraging Tourism Award. The awards were held at an invite only dinner at The Hangar, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall. Choose Woodbridge, along with The Tide Mill and The Woodbridge Shuck Festival, were all selected as finalists for the award. James Lightfoot, chairman of Choose Woodbridge, had this to say: “It’s amazing that all three finalists were representing Woodbridge, showing how overwhelmingly committed we all are to making Woodbridge one of the best places to be. Choose Woodbridge work to bring an overwhelmingly positive contribution to the town, encouraging people to visit and experience all the amazing things that Woodbridge has to offer.”

“We provide families with the support they need in creating a memorial not only that provides a lasting memory, but is also one of the last things you can do for your loved ones.” As well as memorials Spencer provides a range of other stone mason services, both creating new items and restoring pieces. “I’ve recently been working on war memorial restoration for the centenary that’s just gone by,” he said. Spencer’s showroom within Rendlesham Mews allows customers to come and view pieces of his work and get a feel for what they want. It is open Monday 3-5pm, Tuesday by appointment, Wednesday 9am-4pm, Thursday by appointment and Friday 9-11am. To learn more and to request a brochure, call 01394 421046 or visit: www.spencerwix.co.uk

Ex-Choose Woodbridge chairman Chris Harrold said: “It was a great honour to be asked by the current Choose Woodbridge team, headed up by Laura, Geoff and James, to accept the award on behalf of Choose Woodbridge at a really great event. “To see the depth and breadth of community work at these awards is very humbling. I had a fun tenure as chairman and am so pleased to see the new team going from strength to strength – this award proves that their hard work is incredibly valuable for Woodbridge and appreciated by the community.” The team and members from Choose Woodbridge have worked tirelessly to promote the beautiful town of Woodbridge, putting in the work and dedication to bring the town the recognition it deserves. Choose Woodbridge is the town’s business association/destination marketing organisation which, over the past two years, has undergone a major transformation. The new leadership team have some exciting plans to keep improving what the town offers to members, the community and visitors. This award also highlights the positives of being a Choose Woodbridge member, receiving award winning exposure in a great, local community. They acknowledge the love and dedication that the people of Woodbridge have put into their town, their continuous efforts helping to promote Woodbridge as one of the best places to live and visit in the entire country.

GRANT APPLICATIONS Applications for a grant are welcome from individuals and from groups. Application forms should be submitted to the address below by January 1, 2017. Grants will generally be of up to £150 towards the cost of instruments, music, equipment and musical activities. For further information about grants and application forms visit: www.rogerdavidburrows.co.uk The Roger David Burrows Music Fund, c/o The Burrows Family, 17 Squires Lane, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich IP5 3UG / 01473 625196

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NEWS WOODBRIDGE MAYOR’S MUSINGS Here we are at the end of summer already and the days are getting noticeably shorter. August was sunny and bright and Woodbridge was bathed in bright light, making it an added joy to wander the streets, byways and riverside. This is a lovely place to live. But enough of such balmy thoughts. What has been happening at Woodbridge Town Council in the last month? August is business as usual for WTC staff while the councillors take a well earned rest with no formal meetings being scheduled. However, I did call a special meeting in response to the changing situation regarding the Drummer Boy statue. You may remember that we arranged with Suffolk Coastal District Council (SCDC) to take on ownership of the statue following their move to Melton. We also sought the views of residents as to where it should be located. Since then a relative of the person who donated the statue is seeking to have it returned to him. SCDC is managing that claim. Work on moving it continues and SCDC and WTC met and reviewed the state of the statue. Due to its condition and what could happen if it was moved, the cost for the removal work has risen significantly. We still have the offer from the SCDC site developers to leave it where it is. Its situation would be enhanced as it would be part of a planned vista down to the river so, subject to full council agreement, we are now pursuing that option with SCDC and also hope to secure funds to maintain the statue in the future. After my concerns regarding the Co-op taking over Budgens supermarket site were reported, I had a meeting with the chief executive of East

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of England Co-op. I was pleased to hear that the Co-op is planning to spend up to £1m to re-develop the site and bring the supermarket up to modern retail standards with special lighting and a rustic feel. They also plan to keep on existing employees. Building work has started and may take 12 weeks to complete. The post office is to remain. This is all good news and those of us concerned about getting more choice in our shopping will have to use the Thoroughfare as the aisle in which to walk for alternative fruit and veg, bread, frozen food or toiletries. The Co-op has my full support. No other major supermarket was prepared to make that investment in Woodbridge and I’m delighted that the town does not have the blight of an important commercial site being empty. I have been concerned that some events to which I have been invited as your mayor have been poorly attended, so I had a meeting with Choose Woodbridge to explore ways that we could work together to develop the concept of a Woodbridge Summer Festival. This would be an umbrella organisation that would develop and promote all the many Woodbridge commercial, local interest and charity events going on between May and September next year. This organisation would seek to identify these events and supplement their promotion to a wider audience. Such a celebration of the many and varied events happening each night in our town may encourage more visitors to Woodbridge and our own residents to attend. More to come on this topic. Official mayoral invitations start up again in September so time to dust off the robe and hat. I hope again that these musings have been of some interest. Stephen Attwell

WOODBRIDGE FARMERS’ MARKET ur next markets are on Saturdays, October 8 and 22, O 9am-12.30pm, at Woodbridge Community Hall. We have plenty of handmade treats, both sweet and savoury, gluten free and gluten full. As well as food which is ready prepared, we sell a range of cheese, meat, fruit and vegetables for you to cook at home. All our food is locally, ethically sourced and freshly prepared. If you have any queries please contact Cordelia at: woodbridgefarmersmarket@gmail.com

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The photographers with Woodbridge Riverside Trust and sponsors As part of the Woodbridge Riverside Trust’s Art on the Hoardings initiative seven local businesses generously sponsored local photographers Charmian Berry, Kay Yule and Richard Brown in a challenge to enliven the hoardings surrounding the major riverside development at the Whisstocks old site along Tide Mill Way. Riverside Walkabout features images of daily life, work and events along the river frontage and will run until the middle of October. Following this will be an exhibition by local primary schools showcasing artwork inspired by the River Deben and early Anglo Saxon settlers.

ESTA, the local voluntary body for train and bus users, has welcomed the re-award of the new rail franchise to Abellio, particularly as the company states that it will order new trains, which should come into service from 2019. From that time onwards, four of the services are due to work through between Lowestoft and London, serving Woodbridge. Another improvement, which will affect at least some local users, is that the Ipswich to Peterborough service will be increased from a train every two hours to a train every hour. The new franchise will start on October 16 and run for nine years. On the day before it starts, ESTA will hold its autumn public meeting. This will be on Saturday, October 15 starting at 2pm in St John’s Church Hall, St John’s Street, Woodbridge. There will be reports and discussion of local train and bus matters and the guest speaker will be Dr Therese Coffey MP, who has taken a close interest in local public transport matters since she was elected in 2010. For more information visit: www.eastsuffolktravel.org.uk

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WOODBRIDGE MUSEUM TALKS The highly successful afternoon talks arranged by Woodbridge Museum begin again on October 21 with The Story of the Suffolk Bevin Boys by Barbara McElroy, the personal story of a young rural lad who was conscripted down the coalmine. On November 18 Sue Hargadon, recently retired head of Farlingaye High School, presents A Personal View on the Changes in UK Education Over the Last 40 Years. The talk on December 9 will be suitably seasonal when Julian Royle reflects on his 40 years in the happiness business in a talk entitled Old King Cole to i-cards. Talks take place in Woodbridge Community Hall at 2.30pm. Entry for Friends of the Museum is £2.50, visitors £3.50. The next of our popular day schools will be held on Saturday, October 15 at St Mary’s House on Market Hill. The topic is The American War of Independence: Britain’s Last Civil War.

Sunday, September 4 marked a memorable day for the Woodbridge Friends of St Elizabeth Hospice. More than 50 friends and supporters of the hospice gathered in the afternoon at Anne Barratt’s home in Woodbridge to celebrate the year in which the group had reached a figure of more than a quarter of a million pounds since it first started fundraising for the hospice.

The speaker is Sean Lang, senior lecturer in history from Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge. It’s not too late to apply for places which are £25. Bookings and enquiries to Anne Merrett: 01394 385572

Mrs Anne Barratt, chairman of the friends for the last 14 years, said that the figure of nearly £258,000 represented an average of over £11,000 every single year since the group was formed, and she was proud of the hard work and dedication her committee and supporters put in to achieve this milestone.

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Many of those present were committee members and supporters from prior years – no longer active today, but their past contribution is remembered and honoured. The hospice needs approximately £7m every year in private fundraising in order to continue to provide its superb and dedicated services improving the lives of people living with a progressive illness. Of this figure, around £1.5m comes from local community fundraising, and Anne went on to comment that she is pleased that all those who support their events, but particularly the residents of Woodbridge and Melton, help to contribute so effectively to such a good cause. William Barnes, chairman of the St Elizabeth Hospice, attended the party and commented: “This is an astonishingly great achievement, and all I can say is – please keep it going.” Members of the committee provided a tea with a variety of sandwiches, nibbles and cakes with their usual characteristic excellence, and which makes many of their fundraising events so well attended. Everyone raised a glass of Prosecco in celebration of their achievements to date, and to many more successful years to come.

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OUT & ABOUT WOODBRIDGE LIBRARY Saturday, October 1, 9am-5pm & Sunday, October 2, 10am-4pm Sale of donated children’s books All proceeds go to the Friends of Woodbridge Library. Mondays, October 3, 10, 17 and 31, 11.15am-12.45pm Mindfulness & Meditation Classes Sessions are run on a drop-in basis. £10 per session. All very welcome. Enquiries to: debrawoodbridge@gmail.com / 01394 450066 www.harnessinghappiness.co.uk Tuesday, October 4, 10.30am-12.30pm Healthwatch Suffolk Information Point Session Healthwatch Suffolk helps local people to get the best out of their local health and social care services, improving them for today and helping to shape them for tomorrow. Come along to share your views and experiences about health and social care services that you and your family have used. Tuesday, October 4, 12.45-1.15pm Friends of Woodbridge Library Music at Lunchtime concert William Emery, a pupil at Woodbridge School, will be playing the viola. After achieving a series of local awards, including the Suffolk Festival Senior String Champion Music Committee Cup and Woodbridge School’s prestigious Louise Livett Trophy, William’s talent was recognised nationally and he has secured a place in the National Youth Orchestra. Free entry, but donations for the Friends of Woodbridge Library gratefully received. BOOKFEST, Friday, October 21 to Sunday 30 A celebration of books and reading with author, illustrator and storytelling events throughout Suffolk. • Wednesday, October 26, 7.30-9pm Poetry and music with Liz Lochhead and folk fusion band Aartwork Doors open at 7pm, tickets £8. There will be a paid bar with proceeds going to the Friends of Woodbridge Library. • Friday, October 28, 10-11.30am Cook-up-a-story with Francesca Armour-Chelu A creative writing workshop for children aged eight-12. Ticket £5. The 90 minute session is designed to stimulate creative thinking in a fun and entertaining way. You will learn how to develop tools and gain confidence in producing your own stories, either in small groups or as individuals. • Saturday, October 29, 11.30am-12.30pm Going Wild with Emily Hughes An illustration workshop for children aged five-eight. Doors open at 11am, book signing at 12.30pm, tickets £5. To book tickets or find out more about any of our Bookfest events: www.suffolklibraries.co.uk/bookfest / 01473 351249 October 1-31: ArtLib – Photographs by Don Taylor Booked Out The book and film review show hosted by Woodbridge Library staff is available on the Suffolk Libraries’ website and SoundCloud. This month the discussion will be about when, why and what we read. Join Sheila and friends for a lively discussion. If you’d like to get involved, come on the show and talk about a book or film you’ve borrowed, or have a suggestion for a future theme, please contact the library or leave a comment on our Facebook page.

member of staff or call us on 01394 446510 for more details or to make an appointment to borrow. Free computer help and advice Contact the library to book a session or to find out more. SNAP (Support & Advice Project) A SNAP support worker will be available every second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 10am-noon for advice on all housing related issues, rent payments, arrears, budgeting and benefit changes. Citizens Advice Bureau Every Tuesday, 10am-noon. Flagship Every Tuesday, 10am-noon. Writers’ Workshop Meets once a month on Tuesdays at 5.30pm. Interested? Please email jeannie@butterwicks.com to open doors to creative writing. Creative Writing for All Meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 2-4pm. For more details contact: jeannie@butterwicks.com Knitting Club Every Friday at 2pm. For all types of knitters, expert to beginner, come and share your knowledge or pick up some tips. Drawing Group Meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 10am. Each month this group explores a different aspect of drawing. No experience necessary but numbers are limited and this group is currently full. A voluntary contribution of £2 goes towards the Friends of Woodbridge Library. Arts and Crafts Group Meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 10am. Enables older people and their carers to take part in activities such as collage, card making, printing and modelling. Play Reading Meets on the third Thursday of the month at 2pm. Come to listen or join in for an afternoon of light-hearted drama, comedy or mystery. Games Club Meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at 2pm. Now includes dominoes. Improve your vocabulary and exercise your mind muscles with Scrabble or practise strategy or balance with dominoes. Woodbridge Area Gamers Meets on the second Saturday of each month from 1-5pm in the library Meeting Room. This group plays modern strategy board games (Carcassonne, Powergrid, Caylus, 7 Wonders, Hey! That’s My Fish, Blokus and many more). For more information contact nigel@foden.me.uk / 07740 173091 or visit: www.boardgamegeek.com/guild/1150 ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN Every Wednesday 10.30-10.50am: Bookstart Baby Bounce – soothing songs and gentle nursery rhymes for babies and their grown-ups. 11.15-11.45am: Bookstart Tot Rock Rhyme and Rhythm – music, songs and action rhymes for toddlers with their parents and carers.

Book Group Meets the first Thursday of the month at 2pm. On October 6 we will be discussing Prayers for the Stolen by Jennifer Clement. This group is led by a member of staff. Please come along if you have read this title and would like to join in the discussion.

Every Friday 10.30-11am: Bookstart Story and Rhyme Time Stories and more for young children accompanied by an adult.

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OUT & ABOUT COME AND SING Do you ever feel that you’d love to have a good sing, but don’t feel good enough to join a choir? Or that you’re good at singing, but haven’t had time to sing with a choir? If so, the Choral Open Day at St Mary’s Church on Saturday, October 8 might be just the thing for you. Whatever your age, voice or ability, you are welcome to join in this day of music-making, starting with rehearsal workshops at 10am, leading to a public performance at 4pm. Come and sing Vivaldi’s Gloria and a range of popular church anthems by Bach, Mozart, John Rutter and Howard Goodall, accompanied by orchestra and organ. Copies of the music will be provided, but if you have your own copy of Vivaldi’s Gloria, please bring it with you. There is no charge for this open day. Light refreshments, including soup and hot drinks, will be provided – but feel free to bring a packed lunch with you. If you have any questions please contact the choirmaster Bob Pegnall (01394 386822) or the organist Andrew Clarke (01394 410449). Also see ST MARY’S AUTUMN PROGRAMME on page 30.

FLAUTIST ROMY HILLS’ CHARITY RECITAL Romy Hills, who moved to Woodbridge fairly recently, is giving a charity recital at St Mary’s Church on Sunday, October 16, 3-4pm. Pianist Gretel Dowdeswell will accompany her. They will perform a varied programme from Debussy and Tchaikovsky to Latin American inspired contemporary music.

A SLICE OF MUSICAL HISTORY St Mary’s Church, Woodbridge Saturday, October 29 at 7pm A concert with music and songs from Bach, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Debussy, Britten and Saint-Saens. Sylvie Wermeille – Soprano Jacky Cahen – Contralto Sue Heath-Downey – Piano Katherine Joysons – Cello Entrance: £12 / Concessions £10

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OUT & ABOUT EAT PUDDING FOR A GOOD CAUSE AT FOOD FUNDRAISER Wednesday, October 19 at The Swan in Westerfield A scrumptious dessert is a perfect way to end a meal – so why not make that the main attraction? Round up some friends, be a bit naughty and treat yourselves to a night of indulgence in aid of a great cause. Local award winning hearing care specialists, The Hearing Care Centre invites you to attend their very popular event which gives the opportunity for dessert lovers to spend an evening in pudding paradise at The Swan, Westerfield. You will not only be allowed but positively encouraged to sample every dessert on the menu, and at the same time raise money for the fantastic charity, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. The charity, close to the hearts of The Hearing Care Centre, delivers specialist training for hearing dogs which provides invaluable emotional support and gives many deaf people confidence, independence and constant companionship, which totally transforms lives. The Swan at Westerfield is the ideal location to enjoy a great range of wines, ales and delicious food amongst a great atmosphere. During the evening guests can enjoy a delightful mini main course and all you can eat mouth-watering desserts from a huge selection supplied by Deben Inns. Foodie competitions and a big prize draw will give those in attendance time to digest between tasters to ensure maximum samples are enjoyed by all. The Hearing Care Centre Charity Pudding Club Evening is at 7.30pm on Wednesday, October 19. Tickets are excellent value, priced at just £17.50. Tables are limited, so book as soon as you can at: 01473 230330 / www.hearingcarecentre.co.uk/puddings

LOOKING FOR A NEW HOBBY? COME AND JOIN US! Suffolk Constabulary Male Voice Choir is always looking for new members. One of its main purposes is helping local communities and charitable organisations by assisting them in their fundraising while representing the constabulary. The choir is pleased to recruit and welcome members from all walks of life with or without connection to the constabulary to continue its social function and charitable work. There are no auditions and the ability to read music is not essential. The choir meets from 7-9pm every Tuesday at Suffolk Police Headquarters, Portal Avenue, Martlesham Heath IP5 3QS and usually performs on average one concert per month. For further information the choir secretary Stephen Wade can be contacted at: 01449 672600 / scmvc@scwade.eclipse.co.uk

WOODBRIDGE DANCE FOLKUS The group had its first meeting at the Burness Parish Rooms in Melton on Friday, September 2. What a great start it was. Photos of the fun can be seen at: www.facebook.com/WoodbridgeDanceFolkus2916 Around 70 dancers came along and the Come All Ye Band had 16 acoustic musicians including fiddles, melodeons, concertinas, whistles, banjos, guitar, bass and percussion. There was a fantastic atmosphere and a great evening of dancing was enjoyed by all. In the interval we were treated to a fine song set by young local singer Megan Wisdom. Our next dance is on Friday, October 7. Unfortunately we may have to restrict the number of dancers and musicians attending as it was a full house at our first dance. Please book your place early by emailing Rob Neal: Dancefolkus@aol.com There is no money to pay in advance, but if you book you can secure the discounted entry price of £2 for students (16+) and £4 for other ages. If not booked in advance the entry price is £5. The caller leading the action on October 7 will be Helen Howe and the song spot will be performed by Chelmsford based Sue and John Cubbins. It’s a good workout and a great night of ‘frolicking’ fun is guaranteed. Be there!

QUIZ NIGHT AT THE WHITE LION UFFORD How about a fun night where you can exercise the brain cells while enjoying some good food with friends? Then why not come along to our quiz night with quizmaster Stephen Foster from BBC Radio Suffolk at the White Lion on Friday, October 21 at 7.15pm? It promises to be a very entertaining evening. Tickets are £10 to include a one-course supper of lasagne (vegetarian option available – please state choice when booking). Tickets are available from: Home-Start, 8a The Square, Martlesham Heath / 01473 621104 / office@homestartcoastal.co.uk All monies raised from the event will go to the charity Home-Start Suffolk: East Ipswich & Coastal who during this year will support more than 150 families in the East of Ipswich or Suffolk Coastal areas. These families will receive one to one or group support from trained volunteers because for them the pressures of family life have become too much to cope with alone this can be for a variety of reasons such as illness, disability, mental health problems, bereavement, isolation and multiple births.

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OUT & ABOUT EAST SUFFOLK NATIONAL TRUST ASSOCIATION

THE ROTARY CLUB OF WOODBRIDGE

If you are a member of, or a volunteer for, the National Trust, we invite you to get more out of your membership by joining our association where a warm welcome awaits you. We meet at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre at 7.15pm. Our next meeting is on Tuesday, October 18 when Dr Simon Bradley, architectural historian and editor of the Pevsner guides, will be exploring the life and works of Sir Nikolaus Pevsner. Between 1951 and 1974 Sir Nikolaus produced a series of guides detailing, by county, the buildings of architectural importance. The guides are lively and informative and Dr Bradley will be certain to feature many of the Suffolk entries. On November 15 Pip Wright will be bringing to life the amazing story of John Heigham Steggall, the Suffolk Gypsy, who was born in Creeting St Mary 200 years ago. Visitors (even if not National Trust members) are welcome; the entrance fee is £2. National Trust members/volunteers can join us at half normal price for the rest of 2016 – £4 per year or £6 per couple at the same address. We publish three newsletters a year for members and enjoy interesting day outings and other events. For more information, including details of future events and outings, contact our membership secretary: membershipesnta@gmail.com / 01473 723761 www.membershipesnta.btck.co.uk

MARTLESHAM HISTORY SOCIETY Mark Mitchell will present a talk entitled Magna Carta and the Bigods at our next meeting on Monday, October 17. Meetings are held at Martlesham Heath Pavilion IP5 3UY and start at 7.30pm. The admission fee is £2.50 and meetings are open to all. Kim Quinton

DID YOU MISS OUR RECENT OPEN EVENING? We’ll let you into a secret. You’re welcome as our guest at any regular club meeting of your friendly neighbourhood speakers’ club Speak Easy at Martlesham. We meet every Thursday fortnight at the Richards Room in Martlesham (alongside Felixstowe Road, behind the Tesco superstore). We’re part of Toastmasters International global organisation with more than 90 years experience in encouraging and developing public speaking. Our structured meetings include impromptu speaking, formal speaking and evaluation. Evaluation is a vital part of how Toastmasters’ clubs operate. When you evaluate someone else’s speaking you not only help them to improve and develop, you also help your own speaking. All the activities are part of the Toastmasters ‘educational track’, a series of books and materials that guide you through speaking-related projects. There’s also opportunities to improve your leadership skills in parallel. It’s up to you how far and how fast you progress. Speak Easy at Martlesham is all about learning to speak in a friendly, encouraging and enjoyable environment. How about joining us as a guest for a meeting or two to see if Speak Easy at Martlesham is for you? For further details please call 07968 372563 or get in touch via: www.speak-easy.org.uk If you just want turn up at a club meeting that’s fine. You can find directions and club meeting dates online. We look forward to meeting you.

Rotarians Robin Pivett and David Houchell with Adam and Jeremy The Rotary Club of Woodbridge held their annual charity cycle ride on Sunday, September 4. There were two routes – the Metfield 100k meander and the Deben 50k. Fifty-three riders of all ages took part. While this is a family community event with no time stipulations, the first rider home from the 50k took approximately two hours and the first rider home from the 100k took three hours and 24 minutes. The Mayor of Woodbridge, Councillor Stephen Attwood started the 100k ride and his consort started the 50k ride. The moderate to high winds played their part, but didn’t detract from the enjoyment that all riders experienced, raising more then £600 towards charities supported by Rotary. This cycle ride differs to many others as it encompasses a ferry crossing between Bawdsey and Felixstowe. The event was supported once again by the management of the Pavillion Cafe on Kingston Field and the ferry master at Bawdsey. Event organisers David Houchell and Robin Pivett from Woodbridge Rotary Club can add another successful event, bringing an increasing number of cyclists each year. Our thanks goes to Pete Whelan from Plomsgate Cycle Club for his help and support together with Adam Thorpe, a new friend of Rotary, and Jeremy from the Pavillion Cafe who also gave a generous donation to the event.

WOODBRIDGE MEMORY CAFE The Memory Cafe, which is run by the Rotary Clubs of Woodbridge and Woodbridge Deben, continues to flourish. At our August session we were pleased to welcome some new faces, and guests were treated to an excellent talk by Chris Parfitt entitled The Realm of the Polar Bear, accompanied by some superb photographs. The cafe is free to all sufferers of any form of memory loss and their carers. Hot drinks and homemade cakes are provided, along with good conversation and usually a singsong. Sessions take place on the last Wednesday of each month at Woodbridge Football Club from 10.30am-noon. The next sessions are on September 28 and October 26. If you would like more information about the Memory Cafe or any aspect of Rotary please contact Rotarian Martin Kenyon on 01394 386933.

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IPSWICH AND DISTRICT SOROPTIMIST CLUB So what is the verdict? As we have to get copy to the editor by the 10th of each month this report is being written in the middle of Helen’s trial. Of course by the time the magazine lands on doormats everyone will know! Views about the Rob/Helen saga in The Archers may vary. Domestic violence is a key issue for Soroptimists and we have liked the clear focus on domination as the root of abuse. As it happens we have recently funded copies of Living with the Dominator, a handbook for the Freedom Programme, a widely used course to help victims of abuse understand what has been happening to them and regain their confidence and self belief.

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The 70th anniversary fair was held on September 10 at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre. The fair was opened by the chairman of Kesgrave Town Council, Mr N Beecroft and the president of the society Mr B Murton. There were 18 dealers present, buying and selling stamps, There was also an exhibition showing key times in the society’s history, original programmes, menus and posters from the 33rd Philatelic Congress of Great Britain and The East Anglian Philex. Forthcoming meetings On September 21 there will be another opportunity to see the exhibition and to meet more members of the society. On October 5 Peter Day will be talking about Terrorism and the Mail and Crash and Wreck Mail.

Another related issue has cropped up since one of our members heard of a poster and leaflets produced in Norfolk. They explain in the languages of local migrant workers the support available to victims of domestic abuse. We are investigating if there is an equivalent in Suffolk and, if not, whether the Norfolk materials could be adopted here. We realised that we had not thought of the women in these particular communities; it’s important for them to know that they have rights here and to have easy access to information about how to get help if necessary. Our meeting on October 12 could be a bit more cheerful. After a supper of scampi and chips we shall hear about the progress of our regional project among children in Africa – a lot of good news and smiling faces. We are always pleased to welcome anyone who would like to come and hear a speaker, join in a discussion or share a meal with us. For more details and directions please call Jackie: 01473 659314

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All meetings are held at Cedarwood Primary School, Wilkinson Drive, Kesgrave, 7 for 7.30pm. Visitors welcome.

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On the day group leaders and the committee were kept busy with registrations and questions from old and new members and lists for places or new groups were quickly established. We wish everyone involved an interesting and fun academic year with U3A in East Suffolk.

We had our first meeting of the 2016-17 season on a hot and humid Wednesday, September 7. The guest lecturer was Toby Faber who recounted the history of his renowned family publishing firm Faber & Faber through its illustrations, covers and designs. We heard a veritable who’s who of modern British literature and poetry all with amazing book covers designed by talented artists. TS Eliot, WH Auden, Ezra Pound, William Golding, Ted Hughes and PD James all published their work with Faber & Faber. Toby’s pride in his family firm was clear to see. A great start to our new season. Why not come along and enjoy some good company and an interesting talk? We meet at Tower Hall, Broadlands Way, Rushmere St Andrew on the first Wednesday of most months and we also organise interesting day visits. The wonderfully illustrated lectures are presented by national and international lecturers and start at 2.15pm (2pm arrival is advised). Guests and non-members are welcome, provided we have available space. A £6 donation is asked. For more information contact Wendy Robbins: 07736 417347 / info@orwelldfas.org.uk www.orwelldfas.org.uk

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We hope you already have the date of Monday, October 3 in your diaries when the talk entitled Gone for a Soldier will take place at Woodbridge Community Hall, Station Road, Woodbridge IP12 4AU at 2.30pm. It’s the story of the Salvation Army given by Geoff Hales. Refreshments will follow the talk. There is no talk planned for November. Kesgrave hosts its second talk this season on Monday, October 31 at 2pm at Kesgrave Community Centre. The number 66 bus from Ipswich and Martlesham passes the centre approximately every 20 minutes. Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits will involve a miscellany of words and music celebrating the bard in voice and verse. Refreshments follow the meeting. All members are welcome and visitors and prospective members are invited to come to one talk before enrolling as a full member. If it is to be your first visit please make yourself known and give your details to the campus co-ordinator so that we know how you heard of U3A and they can welcome you accordingly. If you would like more information on joining U3A in East Suffolk you’ll find all the details you need at: www.u3aeastsuffolk.org.uk If you don’t have internet access call: 03001 233913

OUT & ABOUT ACCLAIMED PIANIST TO PLAY CHARITY CONCERT World renowned pianist Christian Blackshaw will perform his one and only concert at Snape Maltings in 2016 on Friday, October 14, entirely and exclusively to raise money for Ormiston Families, the East of England’s leading family charity. A deeply passionate and sensitive performer, Christian Blackshaw is celebrated for his incomparable performances. His playing combines tremendous emotional depth with great understanding and, in the words of one London critic, “sheer musicality and humanity”. Pianist magazine, reviewing his performance of Schubert’s great B Flat Sonata D.960 at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, wrote that the work “has become the calling card of many a pianist wishing to declare themselves a musician’s musician and Blackshaw most certainly belongs to this category”. Recent notable appearances include South Bank International Piano Series, Berliner Philharmoniker, Tokyo, Montreal, Aldeburgh Festival, Bamberg Symphony, RAI National Symphony and Mariinsky Orchestra with Valery Gergiev. At Snape Maltings Christian Blackshaw will perform Mozart’s Piano Sonata in A minor K. 310 together with piano works by Schubert, Liszt and Chopin. Proceeds from the recital will be used to support Ormiston Families’ work providing services to support children, young people and their families, helping to improve their life chances. Ormiston Families’ work includes support for those affected by abuse and those struggling with mental health issues, providing children’s visits across the region’s prisons, operating children’s centres and support for parents through a range of parenting courses. Identifying and responding to the needs of children, whatever challenges they face, the charity’s vision is of a world in which every child will be loved, nurtured and valued. Christian has very kindly donated the recital to Ormiston Families so the full cost of each ticket goes to the charity. To book tickets please visit: https://tickets.aldeburgh.co.uk/Online/2016autumn-christian-blackshaw

LIONS’ CLUB OF WOODBRIDGE AND DISTRICT Our next major event is the annual Martlesham Heath Road Race, featuring not just the 10k, but also a 5k and a Fun Run. Our thanks to race director Rachael Miller and members of Felixstowe Road Runners for organising all the official aspects of the races. This year’s event is on Sunday, October 9, with the 5k and Fun Run starting at 10am and the 10k at 11am. Full details and online entry forms can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/z7orwla Entry on the day will be possible, but please come early. The Pavilion Café will be open for business with its now legendary homemade cakes. This year the proceeds from the café will be donated to Eat for EACH, supporting the children’s hospice. Enjoy the delicacies in the knowledge you will be helping a good cause. In a Paralympic year we are delighted to be supporting two local organisations that provide sporting opportunities for young people with physical and other challenges; watch the local press for details. That same weekend we will also be joining with the other Lions’ Clubs in South Suffolk to host the annual swimming gala for members of Gateway Clubs and other organisations for young people with disabilities. Our thanks to the management and staff of Crown Pools for all their support.

REMEMBRANCE WEEKEND IN WOODBRIDGE Friday, November 11 at 11am Children from the schools in Woodbridge will lay wooden crosses at the Cenotaph on the Market Hill Saturday, November 12 at 11am There will be a wreath laying ceremony in the cemetery at the graves of the soldiers we lost in the wars Sunday, November 13 – Remembrance Sunday: The parade will form up at 10.40am ready to march to the Cenotaph

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OUT & ABOUT WOODBRIDGE CAMERA CLUB

NEW HORIZONS New Horizons, the club for older people in the area, had their last summer outing to Felixstowe in September. Along with the usual welcoming cup of coffee or tea with biscuits, many of the members enjoyed a walk or a ride along the prom while others had a good chat and a catch up. The fish and chips lunch was a change from our usual home-cooked meal but the delicious sweet was on offer as always. We are lucky to be able to use The Hut, it makes for a lovely day out. If you have a few hours free on some Thursdays please consider becoming a volunteer. Drivers are especially needed to pick members up within a five mile radius of Woodbridge and take them to St Mary’s Hall at around 9.45am, then pick them up at 2.30pm and take them home. The transport is organised on a rota for when it suits you, and you would be paid for mileage to offset the costs. Or you could help out during the day in the hall. You might find yourself making tea and coffee, playing Scrabble or dominos, helping serve lunch or clearing away between activities. But chatting to the members and providing companionship is the most important thing we do. They have all lived such interesting lives and have wonderful stories to tell. You will receive far more in return than you give, and go away with a smile on your face.

On August 16 members of Woodbridge Camera Club descended on the nearby market town of Framlingham for a photoshoot arranged by Martin Ashburn. A fine evening saw 11 photographers capturing images of the many historical aspects of this delightful town, before meeting later at The Castle Inn for an excellent pub meal. Members’ favourite images were displayed as a slideshow after the AGM, which was held at the Kings Head, Woodbridge, on September 6. The image of Framlingham Church was taken by Gaye Wightman. Monthly club meetings are held in the meeting room at Woodbridge Quay Church on the third Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm. Our new year started after the AGM, so it is a good time to consider the benefits of becoming a member. Guests are always welcome. The next meeting is on October 18 when Andy Abbott will give a talk about the work of a photo journalist. For more information please visit: www.woodbridgecameraclub.co.uk

WOODBRIDGE ART CLUB The weekend of September 24-25 is the last chance to visit Woodbridge Art Club’s summer exhibition which closes on Sunday 25 at 5pm after another successful season. However, we shall be open again on October 29 and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am-4pm throughout November, giving visitors a chance to look for some unusual and original Christmas presents. The choice ranges from big oil paintings or small watercolours through a range of pottery items, useful bowls of all sizes, a variety of quirky ceramic figures, all sorts of delicate lace items, bookmarks, jewellery and even Christmas decorations. There will be the usual selection of original hand painted cards. If you are not in buying mode you are still very welcome to come in out of the cold and browse around.

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New Horizons meets weekly on Thursdays from 10am-2.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, 11 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP. The cost for the day is £8 with a small additional fee if you require transport. People over the age of 55 are invited to come along and join us. You can speak to one of our leaders for more information about becoming part of our happy group – we do have a couple of places vacant at the moment – or volunteering. To make arrangements, please phone 07514 364752.

WOODBRIDGE FLOWER CLUB After our garden party in August, members met up once again at Martlesham Hall to watch our demonstrator Susan Horne, who had travelled from Chelmsford. Susan chose the title A Step in Time and had an historical basis for her arrangements. She began by talking about the ancient Egyptians. She used a glass container and added a variety of greenery with white dahlias and spray chrysanthemums. Finally she added several green anthuriums to represent water lilies which are often featured in ancient Egyptian art. For the next arrangement Sue was influenced by ancient China. She started by using bamboo stems in the centre and added camelia leaves and other greenery at the base. To this were added vibrant pink carnations and gerberas. Sue then used spray chrysanthemums, as the chrysanthemum is the national flower of China. Finally she added a beautiful spray of orchids. The 1960s arrangement represented the pop music and flower power of the era. Sue had a large black container which looked as if it had been made from vinyl. She used a variety of roses, gerberas and sunflowers in bright cheerful colours. Sue was thanked for an interesting and informative demonstration and the beautiful arrangements. The afternoon ended with the raffle, tea and biscuits. Our competition this month was a harvest basket and many members took part. All the entries looked beautiful and the winner was Lavinia Smith.

OUT & ABOUT CRAFTERS UNLIMITED A craft club for people who like to try different crafts in a light hearted atmosphere with refreshments, we meet on the fourth Thursday of each month in Rushmere Village Hall, 7.30-10pm. Thursday, October 27: Quilling projects with Jill Thursday, November 24: Mini-stocking with Emma We don’t meet in December and our first meeting of 2017 will be on January 26. There are always other projects available with assistance from the committee and other club members New members are always welcome. For more details contact Jill (01473 713534) or Emma (01787 373850).

DEBEN FLOWER CLUB CELEBRATES 45 YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP & FLOWERS

Following the summer break members and guests gathered on September 8 to hear well-known broadcaster and organic gardener Karen Kenny talk passionately about Friends and Foes in the Garden.

In October Deben Flower Club will celebrate its Sapphire Anniversary with a special demonstration by national demonstrator Nick Grounds. Why not join us for what will be a spectacular floral display and a fun and entertaining event?

The audience was asked to list the pests they have in their own gardens. These ranged from the more common slugs and snails through vine weevils and aphids to birds and moles.

Help us celebrate with cake and bubbly and maybe even win one of Nick’s designs in the raffle on Tuesday, October 11 in Kirton Church Hall, Church Lane, Kirton IP10 0PU from 7.30pm.

Karen emphasised we don’t want to eradicate any of them, but achieve a balance between pests and control measures. The members were invited to name all the beneficial agents which can help to control the pests in their gardens. Hedgehogs came high on the list along with lacewings, hoverfly, slow worms and frogs, plus many more. A good gardener knows how to encourage and manage the benificals in their garden, making somewhere for them to live and providing food plants so they can breed and multiply.

Visitors will be assured of a warm welcome for just £5 to include celebration cake and bubbly. For further information or directions please contact: 01394 448521 / wa@sandlings.co.uk

Karen Kenny and WHS chairman Ruth Ingham

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Slug and snail control was a popular topic with the audience so Karen focused on control measures which could help, though she revealed her personal dislike of Slug Pubs, pointing out they are more likely to kill the beneficial predators than control the slugs. A much better approach is to encourage slow worms if you are on sandy soil by constructing a pile of rotting wood incorporating a sheet of corrugated iron where the reptiles can keep warm. A wood pile will also encourage centipedes which are very fond of slug eggs. Karen asked members to rethink their opinion of wasps which as we all know are not popular with most people. Their saving grace is that they are predators of aphids in the spring when they carry live aphids to their nests to feed their young, slowing the numbers on the roses. A balanced approach to pest control in your garden is essential if you are going to remain in control. The next event is a quiz on October 13 which is open to non members. For details contact Ruth Ingham: 01394 382087

WICKHAM MARKET FLOWER CLUB Julie Wood will present a demonstration entitled Tantalising Cocktail on October 27 at Wickham Market Village Hall. Doors open at 7pm. As always guests are welcome and the first visit is free.

QUIZ NIGHT Deben Flower Club will be holding a quiz night on Saturday, November 12 in Kirton Church Hall, 7 for 7.30pm. Once again this will be a light-hearted fun evening and will include a ploughman’s supper. Why not join in the fun and bring along a team of six? If you don’t have six people for your team you may be asked to share a table with other club members. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are £7 each including supper. Please bring your own drinks and glasses. For information and tickets contact: wa@sandlings.co.uk / 01394 411422

AUTUMN AT BRIGHT STARS As the weather gets cooler we look forward to giving a warm welcome to pre-schoolers, toddlers and babies at Bright Stars, along with their parents, grandparents, friends and/or carers. Our fun sessions are approximately half an hour long and include singing, stories, games, activities and making crafts to take home. We meet at 10.30am on the second and fourth Mondays of each month during term time at St Michael’s Church Centre, Martlesham Heath IP5 3PL. The sessions are free and are followed by refreshments and a chance to chat and play until approximately noon. Why not come and visit us? You are welcome to just turn up on the day, but if you would like further information feel free to telephone us on the phone numbers below. We look forward to welcoming you. Our remaining dates for the autumn term are October 10, November 14 and 28 and December 12. For further information please contact: Jennie Fidler, 07584 420729; Sonya & Maureen Burrows, 01473-625196; Sue Lambert, 01473-624130

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A Wildlife Photographer’s Year There’s a treat in store for anyone who enjoys photographing or observing wildlife when Suffolk based photographer Kevin Sawford gives a talk entitled An East Anglian Wildlife Photographer’s Year at Woodbridge Community Hall on Thursday, October 20 at 7.30pm. The talk has been organised by Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s Woodbridge Wildlife Group and chairman Phil Smith said: “We launch our series of autumn talks with a glimpse into the world of Suffolk based photographer Kevin Sawford. Kevin photographs a whole range of subjects but his passion is the natural world and I feel sure this will be fascinating evening.” Admission is £2.50 for adults, with children under 16 free. Light refreshments will be served during the evening. No need to book, but if further information is required please contact: 01473 625630 / swtwoodbridge@outlook.com FOXBURROW FARM IN OCTOBER Sunday, October 9, noon-4pm: Apple Day Apple identification, tasting and juicing. Apple crafts and games, storytelling, donkey rides (additional charge), guided orchard walks, live music, homemade soup and cakes. Adults £3, children £2. No need to book. Sorry no dogs. Tuesday, October 25, 10.30am-12.30pm: Funny Bones Family Morning Follow the adventures of the funny bones family. Skeleton crafts, bone trails and activities. Adults £2, children £4. Thursday, October 27, 10.30am-12.30pm: Young Wardens Practical conservation and fun for 10-16 year olds, £5 each. Friday, October 28, 4-6pm: Monsters of the Night Family afternoon Pumpkin hunt, campfire cooking and night trails. Adults £2, children £4. Book online: www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org Foxburrow Farm, Suffolk Wildlife Trust, Melton near Woodbridge IP12 1NA

INNER WHEEL CLUB OF WOODBRIDGE The charity chosen by Inner Wheel President Lesley Deas for our support this year is The Stroke Working Age Group, Suffolk. At our September meeting, Julie Bentley from the charity spoke about her experience of having a stroke in her early forties. One in four people who suffers a stroke is under the age of 65; it is the leading cause of adult disability. Many are left feeling isolated and vulnerable, often having to relearn everything, from speech to walking, and dressing with one hand. The Stroke Working Age Group meets once a month and offers friendship, tips and support to help those living with the condition. Meetings are held in Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds and the group is hoping to expand to other venues. Julie’s experience in coping with her disabilities was inspirational and opened our eyes to the on-going difficulties of living with this lifechanging condition. A vote of thanks was given by Deidre Griffin.

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WOODBRIDGE IN BLOOM Woodbridge has certainly been in bloom this summer, thanks to one of the sunniest, warmest and driest seasons in recent years. The hanging baskets have been in flower for three months, but they will soon be removed until next year. Our autumn planting begins in October with the help of Inner Wheel and any other volunteers who would like to be involved. The watering of plant containers needs to be done regularly and we would love to have some more help with this, particularly in the Market Square. If you live nearby or walk past regularly, please could you help us in this way? In August we made presentations to four businesses in recognition of their attractive frontages: 1st place went to Alexander’s; 2nd place to Barrett’s; 3rd place to Georgian Coffee House. Special mention was also made of the Bell and Steelyard Congratulations and thanks to all four. Woodbridge in Bloom will be holding its next quiz on Friday, November 11 at Woodbridge Football Club. This is always a fun and friendly event. Do come and make up a table of up to six persons. It costs £10 per person, including a hot filled baked potato supper. There will be a raffle and the profit will go towards our next year’s planting. If you are interested in the quiz or in helping by volunteering, please get in touch with Judy Wright: 01394 384848 / judithmarywright@googlemail.com Vice Chairman Barbara Dann barbaradann@btinternet.com

SPORT WOODBRIDGE CRUISING CLUB The main sailing season is drawing to a close at Woodbridge Cruising Club and the closing ceremony in the form of the Laying Up Supper is due to be held on Saturday, October 22. While it is unlikely to compete with recent events in Rio it’s important in our calendar and is usually sold out quite quickly. The catering is all done by club members under the eagle eye of the galley captain Janet Sparrow. Despite indifferent weather in the early part of the year, club cruises have been very well attended with record numbers for most venues. The vice commodore, Freeman Lynn, led a fleet of eight boats to the Medway, calling in at Sharfleet Creek on the way to Gillingham Marina where there was a cruise meal. Visits were made to Chatham Maritime Museum and the shopping mall before boats headed back home, calling in to Brightlingsea to enjoy a meal at the popular indian restaurant on the way. Foreign cruises as a group had rather tailed off in recent years but Graham Bush took three boats to Belgium and Holland and hopefully has kick-started a revival. The all girl crew on Nyang stayed for two nights in Ostend before returning home, but the other boats continued to Middleburgh in Holland before going their separate ways. Norman and Sheila Craig took 17 boats to Walton & Frinton Yacht Club, 10 of which were able to berth in the pond and the remainder went into Titchmarsh Marina. It was W&FYC open day and the Woodbridge boats were pleased to ‘dress overall’ and join in the festivities which included the arrival of the Walton Lifeboat which the public were able to inspect. The now traditional boules match between the two clubs was won by W&FYC and so the trophy had to be handed over, but no doubt will be contested next year when W&FYC visit Woodbridge. Three club members have been to Germany’s Baltic Coast to race Hanse yachts around the island of Rugen, but at the time of writing their success (or otherwise) is not known. This annual event, which was introduced to the club in a Sunday morning talk, takes place over three days and is sponsored by Hanse who provide the yachts and deal with all the organisation. Participants from Woodbridge Cruising Club included both the commodore and vice commodore so the club was rudderless for a time. Boris was unavailable! The winter season however brings its own delights and the Wednesday suppers will start on October 5, closely followed by the winter walks on October 13 and the fortnightly Sunday talks on October 16. Enrolment Day for the RYA courses has past, but if you’re interested please turn up at the first session on October 6 at 7pm at the clubhouse on the River Wall (open to non-members).

Owen Brown, Mary Brown and Tony Cook receiving the Happy Haddock trophy from sponsor Darrell Howard (second from left)

MELTON BOWLS CLUB The 2016 Happy Haddock Invitation Triples Tournament produced one of the closest contests for several years with only a single point separating the top three teams. The winners of this popular event, sponsored by Darrell Howard, were Owen Brown, Mary Brown and Tony Cook who finished ahead of Peter Moyes, Ben Carter and Derick Sharpe with Keith Thornley, Avril Broyd and Gavin Abbott taking third spot. The tournament, played on Melton Bowls Club’s fast running green, attracted a full complement of 24 teams and at the completion of all the games five teams remained unbeaten. Brown’s team finished clear of the field with 41 points, having had excellent wins in all their games. Moyes and Thornley’s triples both finished on 40 points but count back showed Moyes team with a three shot advantage over Thornley. The other unbeaten teams were headed by Richard Parker who finished on 37 points and Chris Bennett a further point back on 36. Ian Saunder’s triple collected the wooden spoon, finishing with record low score of nine points. At the completion of all the games, the sponsor Darrell Howard and tournament organiser Peter Moyes presented the prizes and winner’s trophy.

IPSWICH RAVENS VOLLEYBALL With the start of autumn we are now turning our attention to the new indoor season when we will hold weekly playing and coaching sessions at St Alban’s School, Rushmere IP4 3NJ (near Ipswich Hospital) every Saturday from 2-4pm. If you are interested in giving them a try, whether as a complete beginner or an experienced player, now is the ideal time to join in with many of the players who started during the summer and have found out for themselves that volleyball is great fun, and really good exercise too. This season for experienced players we are aiming to build two teams to play in the monthly one-day tournaments at Maidenhall where we will pit ourselves against other volleyball clubs from across Suffolk and Norfolk, as well as starting a new ladies team to play full scale matches against other Suffolk ladies teams. Ipswich Ravens will welcome any new players, male or female, experienced or complete beginner, and any age from teenagers upwards. Qualified coaches run the sessions with a mixture of training drills and friendly games, making them highly enjoyable while helping participants to improve their skills. If you are interested in joining this growing sport, visit www.ipswichravens.org.uk or call/text 07508 351875.

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SPORT / CHURCH NEWS DEBEN YACHT CLUB The Ghost Ship Run in August raised £350 for the East Anglian Sailing Trust at Levington. They provide sailing opportunities for disabled and partially sighted people who would otherwise not be able to get out and enjoy our lovely rivers in Suffolk. The challenge was to carry a keg of Adnams Ghost Ship from Southwold to the yacht club, the first leg by running from Southwold to Walberswick, then cycling to Ramsholt and finally by boat to Woodbridge. The whole journey took four hours, 28 minutes. Afterwards 70 members celebrated the safe arrival of the mini-keg with a beer and chilli evening. We are grateful to Adnams for their generous support for the event.

East Anglian Sailing Trust is always looking for volunteers both for on shore and sailing duties. Visit www.east-anglian-sailing-trust.org.uk to find out more. We held a successful beginners’ dinghy course again this summer. This is the second season we have employed Neptune Sailing to run a course for the club. Adults and children took part and had a great time, as well as learning new skills. Living in or around Woodbridge, what could be a better way to spend your summer than on the River Deben? Courses will be run again next Easter, so if you are interested please visit: www.debenyachtclub.co.uk

Commodore David Watson collecting the Ghost Ship mini keg at the start of the run

WOODBRIDGE BOWLS CLUB This month we take a look at some of the events that happened ‘Behind the Green Door’ during the season and look ahead to some of the club’s activities over the coming winter.

Starting on August 13 when members of the club boarded a coach and set off for Windsor to play a return match against the Royal Household Bowls Club. We arrived in the town and spent some time wandering along the river and looking for likely places for lunch. That done, we re-embarked for the journey

to the Royal Household green, situated in the grounds of the castle. We enjoyed a good afternoon of bowls, but unfortunately lost out. On August 15 we held the annual Fish and Chip Challenge in which female members of the club take on the males. Somewhat against tradition the men prevailed. No doubt some members of the ladies team had their minds on the following weekend when Kathy James, Maggie Page and Trish Webber were scheduled to play in the national finals for the second year running. Having won last year they were unable to hold on to the title and lost by the narrowest of margins. None the less, an excellent effort and well done ladies. One worrying recent event is that Malcolm Ord (pictured), our long-standing secretary, announced that he was retiring from the post after the annual AGM this month. It is people like Malcolm who put the effort

in to enable clubs, charities and associations throughout the UK to keep going. We can only hope that somewhere among the members a replacement will be found, so a great big thank you to Malcolm for all his efforts on our behalf. Saturday, October 29 also sees our bazaar and coffee morning at Woodbridge Community Centre on Station Road, 10am-noon. Please come along and pick up a bargain for Christmas. On November 19 we hold our presentation lunch and in December there is the Christmas quiz in the clubhouse. Then, those of us who don’t go on to indoor bowls for the winter can only sit and wait for the start of the new season.

ST MARY’S AUTUMN PROGRAMME OCTOBER Saturday 1 Coffee shop and stalls, St Mary’s House, 9.30am-1pm Sunday 2 Harvest Festival at 10am, followed by Harvest Lunch (bring-and-share) at St Mary’s House at 12.15pm Saturday 8 Choral Open Day, 10am-5.30pm. See COME AND SING on page 13 Friday 21 St Mary’s Quiz Evening in the community hall, 6.30 for 7pm NOVEMBER Thursday 3 Friday 11 Sunday 13 Saturday 19 Sunday 20 Saturday 26

All Souls’ Service – remembering loved ones, 7.30pm Friends of St Mary’s wine tasting. Details TBA Service of Remembrance on Market Hill and a Peace Vigil in church Kingfisher Sinfonietta concert (Ravel, Poulenc, Debussy, Haydn), 7.30pm in church Fourth Woodbridge Prom performed in church by local schoolchildren in aid of Church Fabric Fund, 3pm Autumn Fair, St Mary’s House, 10am-1pm

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Kingfisher Sinfonietta concert (Schumann, Brahms, Tchaikovsky), 7.30pm in church

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Woodbridge Choral Society concert (Britten: St Nicholas; Schubert: Mass in G), 7.30pm Coffee shop and stalls, St Mary’s House, 9.30am-1pm Raise the Roof Concert in aid of Church Fabric Fund. Details TBA Christmas Carol Service, 6.30pm Midnight Mass for Christmas, 11.30pm

Poppy’s Pantry with snacks and light lunches every Tuesday in St Mary’s House. For details of Sunday and weekday services visit: www.stmaryswoodbridge.org For further information on any event, please contact the parish office: 01394 388820

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