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November 2015
No.417
Remembrance Day - 8th November 2015 Stradbroke Churches Together. Remembrance Day 8th November. Meet at The War Memorial at 10:50am. Followed by a service at the Baptist Church.
The Stradbroke Roll of Honour
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Local Churches Stradbroke Baptist Church
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Stradbroke Baptist Church, Laxfield Road, Stradbroke, Suffolk
In Stradbroke
A place of new beginnings. We welcome you to join us. Stradbroke Churches Together. Remembrance Day 8th November. Meet at The War Memorial at 10:50am - Followed by service at Baptist Church Led by Rev. D. Keeble, former Pastor at Stradbroke
All Sunday services at 10:15am Speakers: 1st D. Keeble 15th TBA
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We welcome you to join us --- our activities for November We pray together Monday 2nd 7:30pm New Study Group Tuesday 3rd 7:30pm Cameo Lunch Club Wednesday 11th 12:30pm Create & Chatter Saturday 14th 10:00am Study Group Tuesday 17th 7:30pm Drop in For Coffee Wednesday 25th 10:00am HARVEST - Time to say “Thank You” As part of our harvest festivities as we said “Thank You” to Almighty God for all the good things we enjoy we also helped others by collecting goods for the local Waveney Food Bank. Three large boxes full of tinned goods, coffee and tea have now been delivered to the local depot. Thanks! Time to Remember November is the month for remembrance: on the 5th with bonfires and fireworks we celebrate the deliverance of King James I who survived an attempt on his life - way back over four hundred years ago in 1605. In total contrast, more important and certainly nearer to the present time is Poppy Day when most people will be wearing the red flowers as reminders of the poppies growing in the Flanders area of Belgium during the First World War. The first special day on the 5th celebrates a king’s life saved but the 11th is a day of thankfulness and remembrance for numerous lives lost, of great sacrifice, and deeds of heroism and daring. All past experiences should help us to understand and act better in the present and future. However in respect to national or international conflicts the lessons sadly have not been learnt. I recall many years ago learning a short poem written as a question posed to a soldier. “Soldier, Soldier what did you learn at war?” “I learnt that we must learn sometime that which wasn’t learnt before, that victories won on the battlefield are victories won in vain unless in peace we kill the germ that breeds new wars again”. Winning the war is rarely easy, but maintaining the peace is often the more difficult task. So as we remember earlier sacrifices, let us wear our Poppy gratefully and pray for peace in our troubled world, taking any action that is within our abilities to provide comfort and shelter to those millions whose lives are at present blighted by conflict. You are invited to join the act of Remembrance at the village war memorial and the service which follows. Our gifts and collection will be given to the Royal British Legion for their ongoing work of caring for those who are still suffering the effect of conflicts. “Lest we forget”. Contact: John Ling 388751 (Church Elder) Jackie Hughes 384112 (Church Administrator)
Can We Help?
The Stradbroke Our telephone number is 07749 445531 Good Need a lift to the Surgery or for an appointment at hospital? Neighbours Collect a prescription? Change a light bulb? Check your smoke alarm or an odd job done? Our Volunteers will be happy to help you. There will be a mileage charge for journeys undertaken by our drivers and we will inform you of the mileage charge when you phone for assistance. We would appreciate at least 24 hours notice and will be happy to assist you. If you are new in the village Good Neighbours have a welcome booklet that outlines our services and can provide useful information. If you would like a copy please contact us on 07749445531or collect a copy from the library.
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Local Churches
All Saints, Stradbroke
All Saints Church Stradbroke. Revd Susan Loxton 01379 388493 Church warden, Peter Chetwynd 01379 384069 If you have any questions about Baptisms, Weddings or Funerals, or any questions about the Faith, please contact Revd Susan. Services: 1st Nov 11.00 am Family service, followed by Coffee/Tea 8th Nov 10.50 am at the Memorial, then Baptist church 15th Nov 11.00 am Holy Communion, followed by Coffee/Tea 22nd Nov 8.00 am Holy Communion 5.00 pm Home group at the Rectory with Tea & cake 29th Nov 10.00 am Benefice HC at Stradbroke church for Advent Sunday 6th Dec 11.00am Gift service, your unwrapped gifts then donated to Salvation Army Advent Sunday At this traditional service we send the Posada, models of the Holy Family, out around the village on their journey up to Christmas Eve. If you would like the Family and Story books to visit you, your children or grandchildren, please let Jennifer know before 29th Nov. 01379 384069 Gift service, 6th Dec In this service we remember those children and families who have so little. We ask for any new gift, for any age to be brought unwrapped. All the gifts are given to the Salvation Army Christmas Gift Appeal.
Stradbroke All Saints Fundraising Committee On November 21st we are arranging a Christmas Craft Fayre with Coffee Morning in the Community Centre 10am – 1pm. We have a lovely Hamper to win, tickets are £1 each, also many other stalls. Anyone wishing to have a Craft stall, please let me know as soon as possible. We have Christmas Cakes, cards and paper, jewellery and many others. Well worth a visit! Our last Fundraiser is the Christmas Cake Stall in Church Street on 12th December. Get your small Christmas Cakes and Chocolate Logs then. Thanks for your support. Any cakes would be welcome. Mary Ellis
All Saints – A message from Rev. Susan Dear Friends & Neighbours, I always think that November is a month for remembering: we begin the month on the 1st with the church celebrating All Saints, remembering all who have gone before us. Then there is the 5th with its dubious celebration of Guy Fawkes when the sky is lit up with fireworks. The Remembrance services on the 8th when we remember and give thanks for those who gave their lives or health in war and conflict and although we naturally think of the First and Second World Wars, we also remember the various wars and conflicts past and present. Then as we come to the end of November we begin Advent and remember God’s story as we make our way to Christmas. Although November has a sombre feel, it isn’t all sad; how lovely it is to sit before an open fire with a warm drink in your hand just gazing into the flames and thinking about other times beside other fires, or wrapping up warm in front of an old film, laughing with family and friends, or making preparations for the coming celebrations in December. However you feel this November, remember that we have a God who offers us the warmth of his love through his son Jesus all the year round. God bless, Susan
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Stradbroke Parish Council
The Clerks Report
Next meeting of the Parish Council in the Community Centre on Monday 9th November at 7.30pm Meeting of the Parish Council 12th October 2015. 5 members of the public attended the meeting. PUBLIC FORUM: there were no matters raised. PLANNING (further details can be obtained from the Clerk) Applications for consideration: 3074/15 To create 9 additional parking spaces New Street Close, IP21 5JH After discussion it was agreed that no vote on this application would be taken. The Parish Council would write instead to Mid Suffolk raising concerns that the plan lacked landscaping ideas. Results of planning applications considered by MSDC since the PC last met: 3083/15 Pink Cottage, Queen Street Removal of spruce tree - Granted OTHER PLANNING MATTERS: The Chairman informed the meeting that approval had been granted for development of buildings at Valley Farm. This was granted under permitted development and was not sent out for consultation. A letter from Cllr Sarah Stamp re “Call for Sites” was read and noted at the meeting. OTHER BUSINESS: VILLAGE OF THE YEAR GRANT: it was unanimously agreed that the £200 prize should be used to finance the repainting of the village sign, any leftover funds will be put towards the updating of the play equipment. TRAFFIC: The Clerk has been informed by Suffolk County Council’s highway’s department that the broken traffic calming sign in Westhall is unrepairable. The Parish Council will investigate the cost of a replacement. There have been reports of near collisions on the corner of Queen Street and Church Street due to cars being parked to close to the corner. Please be aware of the distance to the corner when parking there. The next PCSO Roadshow will take place on 17th November outside the Spar Shop between 2-3pm. NEIGHBOURHOOD PLANNING: Work on the questionnaire is continuing. BENCH ON QUEEN STREET: The bench has now been ordered. Miss Warne has made a donation for the bench in memory of her Grandparents and Parents. The councillors noted their thanks for this generous gesture. DOG FOULING: Dog walkers are asked not to leave bags containing dog mess in the dustbins, please use the bins provided specifically for this purpose. Members of the public and press are very welcome to attend meetings of the Parish Council and to bring matters of concern or information to the attention to Members in the time allocated to the Public Forum, which takes place prior to the start of every meeting. Minutes of the meetings are held in the Library and are posted on the Notice Board and Stradbrokeonline.org.uk The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held in the Community Centre at 7.30pm on Monday 9 November 2015. Clerks contact information: Mobile: 07555 066147 email: stradbrokepc@outlook.com Address: Mill Hill House, Church Lane, Wickham Skeith, Suffolk IP23 8NA
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Organisations
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Life in the Legion—The Royal British Legion (Stradbroke and District Branch) Local member Major Rosemary Warne MBE DL was the speaker at the October monthly meeting of the branch, held at Laxfield Kings Head, who told us about people in the area whom she knew which was most interesting and I thanked her on behalf of the members present. Branch Treasurer Bernard Mills gave his usual monthly report and also a report on the recent Suffolk County Royal British Legions meeting held at Stowmarket. Joyce Cooper, our branch Welfare Officer and standard bearer reported on a case in the area which she was involved in. Members will by now have received a letter from me regarding the forthcoming Annual General Meeting in November and also the Annual Christmas Lunch and Carols to be held in December. Finally Rememberance Sunday November 8th as usual we will have a short service and wreath laying around the village War Memorial. Assemble at 10:50am followed by a service in the Baptist Church. All welcome to attend these annual events. The Royal British Legion will always remember them. Michael Burton
W.I. Our President Dorothy Readman welcomed everyone to what was a very well attended meeting, and because we were all awaiting a much anticipated demonstration, business was kept to a minimum. After the announcements, Jennifer gave a report on the Centenary Picnic held at Glenham Park on September 16th the actual date that the W.I. was formed one hundred years ago. She told us that it poured with rain, causing members to set aside their finery, and settle for wellies, decorative of course, jodhpurs and rainwear. This however didn’t dampen spirits, and in true W.I. spirit the party went ahead and was thoroughly enjoyed. Members then settled down to watch Dionne and Rachel from ‘Defining Radiance,’ artists in make-up, demonstrate their art by giving one lucky member a makeover. It was Moyra’s lucky night. Whilst Rachel performed her artistry, Dionne gave information and advice on the products they used, and of the courses they ran. Both Dionne and Rachel answered the many question put to them by members, the answers of which would undoubtedly send many home to discard all their old make-up. As Rachel put down her brush for the final time, her magic was revealed. Moyra looked lovely. She had been given a very subtle, soft and dewy look which suited her beautifully. She was delighted and wished she hadn’t got to go home and go to bed. Everyone really enjoyed the evening, and there could be a pathway forming to ‘Defining Radiance’ in the near future. Jane Gemmill gave the vote of thanks on our behalf. Gill Bird
Clothes Recycling New clothes recycling facility in Stradbroke. The two new clothes recycling bins situated next to the bottle banks by the swimming pool, are proving a huge success and all the profits will be spent directly on the pupils at the Primary and the High School. Please support this new initiative to help further improve our village schools. Many thanks. The Friends of Stradbroke Primary and High Schools
Lottery Bonus Winners 22 Paddy Wright, 26 J. Sparrow, 4 D. Leeder, 8 D. Cracknell, 36 A. Boast. £48 donated to Church, £48 donated to White Hart Bowls, £24 to Football Club Mary Ellis
Directory Corrections Unfortunately, the Stradbroke Directory delivered with the last Magazine contained a number of errors. You might like to correct your copy. Page 3. TRANSPORT SERVICES - Bus Services through Stradbroke Tel. 0345 6066171 The bus service 475 no longer operates and should be deleted. Page 6. SPORTS CLUBS & GROUPS: Stradbroke Swim and Fitness. Tel.384 376 Page 6. SOCIAL CLUBS & SOCIETIES: Village Show. Roly Copping. Tel. 348 839 Page 7. ALL SAINTS CHURCH: Rev Susan Loxton. Tel. 388 493 Page 7. SCHOOLS: Stradbroke High School, Office: Office@Stradbrokehigh.co.uk Friends of SHS: Chair: Nigel Brown. Secretary: Nicola Carr. Stradbroke Primary School, Office: admin@Stradbroke.suffolk.sch.uk Friends of SPS: Michelle Phillips If you would like to have a copy of the Directory without these errors, please contact Gerald Jenkins either by email on extarquin@gmail.com or by phone on 384 825, giving your name and address. He will then deliver you a corrected copy. It is also available on line at Stradbrokeonline.org.uk Gerald Jenkins Editors Note: The advertising contact for new and existing adverts is also incorrectly listed in the directory. Please continue to use editors@stradbrokemonthly.co.uk for all your advertising enquiries.
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Organisations
Stradbroke Primary School By the time you read this we will have had our Autumn Half Term and be approaching Christmas events with great momentum! Our Farmer’s Market on 8th October was a busy and very successful event supported by many parents and friends of the school. Each class made produce to sell and we had local honey and delicious bread from our local bakery for sale. Our partner school in Laxfield ran their own stall and we had plants and a guess the weight of the pumpkin stall! Class 1 made cressheads; Class 2 produced fruit and veg printed Eco Bags; in Class 3, they painted ‘Fancy Flower Pots’; Class 4 dried leaves and flowers in the microwave to create Blue Peter bookmarks and Class 5 baked Rainforest Cookies. So, with cups of tea and cake provided by the Friends of the school, we all had a great afternoon. Our final profit was over £200, which will be spent on our new gardening area at school. We hope to get this area up and running soon, with help from parents and children on our Gardener’s World Day. We have been thinking about road safety recently and, as the darker evenings are here, have made the children aware of how to keep safe on the roads. Our PCSO has been into school to talk to the children about this and the hazards of Halloween and Bonfire Night. Our Junior Road Safety Officers have been elected and are now working in school with Miss Muttock to arrange a programme of events this year. So, as we approach Christmas, we have our KS1 Nativity Play to look forward to. This year it is called ‘Babuska’ and will be directed by Mrs Keeble. We are making decorations for our tree at the festival at the Museum of Daily Life and all children in Year2, 3, 5 and 6 will be taking part in workshops at the Museum to obtain ArtsAward Certificates for Literature and Art. We are all looking forward to the many Christmas events, including our Christingle, Parties and our annual visit to the pantomime. It is with great excitement, but also with tremendous sadness, that I will be retiring from my post as Head of School as this term draws to an end. I have seen the school move on and flourish during my time here and know that it will continue to do so under the strong leadership and great supportive team it has. Mrs Barrow and Miss Legood, the new Acting Head of School from January, will, I am sure keep you up to date with all the school news in the future. I would like to thank everyone for all their support. Mrs L Walsh
Friends of Stradbroke High School The pupils at Stradbroke High School, have once again received a bumper hamper of improvements with the ambition of making the school the best it can be. Following the recent “Dragons Den” event, where the school pupils and staff where able to bid for improvements, the Friends of the School were able to fund over £8,000 pounds worth of their suggestions. Some of the ideas were as follows: Awards - New inspirational awards for the annual ceremony. Rugby - Posts for a new pitch at the school. Books - New higher level reading books aimed at year 10 and 11 pupils. Laser Cutter - A new amazing laser cutting machine for the Design and Technology department. Languages - Headphones and “verb wheels” for the Languages department. Cafe - Kitchen equipment for the new daily "breakfast cafe" which is now being run by the pupils. Maths - 40 advanced calculators for the maths department which will further stretch the pupils understanding. Cooking - Food processors, microwaves, cake decorating equipment and storage furniture for the cooking classroom. Science - weighing scales, electrical circuits and a new "human torso” for science. External speakers - Funding for a visiting multicultural experience. Photography - Camera equipment including tripods, lighting systems etc. Art - Storage sheds for the art department. Clubs - Increased lunchtime clubs equipment. The Friends of the School, would like to thank all the parents, carers, community members, school staff and our very kind sponsors for supporting them at all the various fundraising events in their quest to make Stradbroke High School outstanding. We are blessed with having so many keen, enthusiastic people and businesses in the local area supporting the school. If you would like to join us in improving the school or if you work for any businesses or trusts that can offer us goods, services or financial backing then we would love to hear from you. Together with the school we are developing a number of larger projects, that we believe would enhance the pupils education and so we could do with as much help as possible. Nigel Brown. Chairman of the Friends. (M 07771 838957) Registered Charity 109603
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Organisations
Stradbroke Archive and Records Association - SARA The digital Stradbroke Village Archive has enjoyed a very enthusiastic following since its launch last November. There is interest in our village history from around the world. One of the reasons for this is the emigration of several of our early 19th century residents to Australia and Canada. Original documents are held at the Suffolk Records Office relating to this and give the names of young men applying for parish help in order to pay the fare. A transcription of some documents can be found in the archive. You may have noticed that our input into the archive has slowed down over the summer months. This is because we have been putting together a completely new archive of very special images! Geoffrey Smith was a prolific photographer and through the love of this hobby has recorded a photographic time capsule of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. We are delighted to introduce the village to his amazing work. On Saturday 21st November the Geoffrey Smith Digital Archive will be launched at the Courthouse from 11am—2pm as part of ‘Explore Your Archives’ week run by the National Archives in conjunction with the Archives and Records Association and with the generous blessing of his family. I cannot tell you how much pleasure we have had in preparing this collection. Ann Readman, Stradbroke Archive and Records Association
Radio Stradbroke THEY ARE BACK! Radio Stradbroke “Sunday Sessions” return in November. You can’t keep a good radio station down! DJ Richard Pierce beat the rush with his annual homage to John Peel, last week, a reminder that if it were not for him, (Peel that is), we would not be broadcasting now. In need of a musical version of the flu jab? Our surgery is open on these hours: Sunday 1st November 10:00 – 13:00 Professor Kimberley Bannon presents “Antidote to Halloween”. The First Lady plays tune upon tune, with no reference to ghosties or ghoulies. Sunday 8th November 10:00 – 13:00 DJ Huggy presents “November Reign”. A nostalgic look back at November chart hits from 1965 to 1969, including the Big Ben chimes on Remembrance Day. Sunday 15th November 10:00 – 13:00 DJ Dave presents “Dave’s Body Parts”. A selection of songs with body parts in the title. No more sinister than that! Sunday 22nd November 10:00 – 13:00 DJ Wally presents “Wally’s Winter Warmer”. It could be anything, but will leave you with a warm feeling inside. Log on to: www.radiostradbroke.co.uk Michael Hugman
Important Notice Notification of temporary traffic order Road closure U5716 Neaves Lane, Stradbroke –From 40 metres south of Totts Cottage to North Field Reason for closure: New electricity connection Date of closure: 23/11/2015 to 04/12/2015 Alternative route: Wilby Road, Church Street, Laxfield Road and vice versa Enquiries regarding this closure should be made to the following:Applicant TMO Highways Limited Contact Name: Ryan Smith Telephone Number: 01379 676462 Email ryan.smith@tmohighways.co.uk Cost Code KD502-35446-0-0-S Date 23/10/2015 Network Assurance
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Forthcoming Events
Stradbroke Cinema On Friday 30th. October we are showing “Timbuktu” A cattle herder and his family who reside in the dunes of Timbuktu find their quiet lives -- which are typically free of the Jihadists determined to control their faith abruptly disturbed. Timbuktu is a timely film with a powerful message. Director: Abderrahmane Sissako, Writers: Abderrahmane Sissako and Kessen Tall (screenplay) Stars: Ibrahim Ahmed, Abel Jafri, Toulou Kiki. We would like to apologise for the change to the October/November viewing schedule due to the delayed release of Amy until early November. We hope it did not cause too much inconvenience and that those of you who joined us for the showing of Timbuktu on the 30th October enjoyed the film. Thursday, 19th. November we are showing “The Water Diviner” 15, starring Russell Crrowe and Olga Kurylenko. An epic adventure set in the aftermath of the devastating battle of Gallipoli in Turkey during World War 1. Australian farmer Joshua Connor travels to Istanbul to discover the fate of his sons, reported missing in action. Battling against government bureaucracy, foreign traditions and armed forces in the still war-torn country, Connor embarks on a perilous journey to find the truth about his sons. An extraordinary tale of love, hope and heroism. Friday, 20th. November we are showing “Amy” 15. The story of Amy Winehouse in her own words, featuring unseen archival footage and unheard tracks. Director: Asif Kapadia Stars: Amy Winehouse, Mitch Winehouse, Mark Ronson; a very worthy attempt to tell what is a complex and contrasting story to the screen with all its darkness and light. These three films are to be shown at 7.00 for 7.30 pm. The Bar will be open and ice-creams on sale in the interval. Entrance is Adults £5.50. Under 16s £3. November will also see the list of films for the new season being released. To ensure that we are choosing and showing films that appeal to all audiences, we welcome you to join us for the Trailer Watching on the morning of Tuesday, 24th November at 9.30 am, in the Club Room at the Community Centre. During this session, we briefly read the film details and watch the trailers of approximately 20 films before deciding on the films to be shown in the coming months. Please join us if you are able ... this is Stradbroke’s Cinema – not ours. And don’t forget, Inside Out and Mr Holmes coming in December Margaret Streeter
Friends of All Saints “Historic churches call for help to end spate of crippling lead thefts” Eight local Churches have had their lead stolen in recent months and Stradbroke Parochial Church Council has been told that replacement of our Church roof lead is not adequately covered by insurance unless there is an electronic intruder alarm system installed. Please can you help with the cost of £5000 + annual maintenance? The Friends have no option other than to assist the PCC in this purchase; in so doing our Roof Repair Fund will be depleted. Another application to The Listed Places of Worship: Roof Repair Fund, set up by the Government for urgent repairs to public places of worship across the UK is to be made - to do this we need a proportion of the money in the bank! Estimated cost of repair work £150K. PLEASE HELP. Margaret Streeter
Stradbroke Youth FC Christmas Party Stradbroke Youth Football Club will be holding a Family Christmas Party on Sunday 6th December 4pm – 7pm at Stradbroke Community Centre. Fun, Frolics, Food, Father Christmas AND......Parents V (Older) Kids Tournament - Plus a Raffle like no other! Tickets on the door £4 adult & £2 U16. Queries to: Tracey Kellett – 01986 785514 Tracey Kellett
New & Nearly New Sale New and nearly new sale of clothes, jewellery, shoes, bags, antiques, furniture, household items. Percentage going to Cancer Research. November 14th and 15th between 11am -3pm at The Cottage, Church Street, Fressingfield (opp Fox & Goose green), IP21 5PA. Cash only. Carolynne Wyper, Email: carolynne@smatalent.com
Charity Bake Stall A Charity Bake Stall will be available at Church Plain, Laxfield on 21st November from 9.30am – 11am. Delicious homemade cakes, sausage rolls, quiches, crumbles, biscuits, traybake slices, & Xmas cakes. Savoury and sweet items on sale, all homemade. Raffle with great prizes i.a.o. Colostomy Association. For further info contact: Caroline Emeny 01986 798422 Caroline Emeny
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Wingfield and District Gardening Club When we met again after our Summer break, we were all fascinated by a talk given by Roddy Taylor on plants in textiles. He brought many examples both visually and in reality. One had no idea how early, especially in Asia, plants were depicted and that early gardens and plants gave the form and patterns to carpets and textiles. Some wall hangings also used these same designs and the stylised flowers and patterned saris and domestic linens. Some of the examples of work which he brought were incredibly fine and it was so good that one could actually examine these under your own hand. Also mentioned were depictions of horses and deer on tiles and beautiful ethereal flowers and plants in Queen Ann work. We meet again in November on the 26th for a talk on propagation. For further information contact Caroline on 01379 38467
News & Views Neighbourhood Plan Update It is a little while since you have heard anything about the Neighbourhood Plan but we are now on the cusp of the next important stage so I wanted to contact everyone with an up-date. You may have read how I have taken over as Chair of the group and since then the main committee has been meeting regularly with the work stream leaders to produce the all-important questionnaire which will be distributed to all villagers in the next few months prior to the production of the plan and referendum. We have been very attentive to the details of this survey as it will form the main basis of our plan so it is vital that we ensure that the whole community has an opportunity to participate in considering the future of Stradbroke. This a big responsibility as all of our opinions and views could affect how the village evolves during the next 5 – 50 years. Therefore, it is important that we do not rush headlong into a slight or superficial plan but a true reflection of deep and measured thought. Many villagers have already declared their interest in the Neighbourhood Plan which is a fantastic boost. This is a unique opportunity to debate and discuss where we are as a community and how we can improve it for all who live here. Without everyone’s enthusiasm and commitment to this, Stradbroke will not move forward so positively. The questionnaire is now almost ready with some fine tuning needed to complete it for which we have sought expert assistance. The next step is to launch it and make a splash to all inhabitants, of whatever age, to complete it. As such, we intend to have a further public meeting, clinics to assist with completion and essential high-profile visibility of those who are keen to push the project. This may mean something as simple as spreading the word at different clubs and organisations, standing outside Spar on a Saturday morning or helping friends and neighbours understand the importance of it. We intend the questionnaire to ignite everyone’s imaginations and be both creative and innovative in their thinking about Stradbroke’s future and we need you to help us stir up the same passion that we feel. If you are keen to assist in any way I would be very pleased to hear from you. I am very grateful for the work that has already gone on in the Work streams. We now need to step up a gear and energise our community so that we can produce a lively and dynamic report which will reap benefits for many years to come. You can probably gather that I am totally dedicated to this project and am very excited by the fact that this can genuinely help the shape the future of Stradbroke. I do hope that you will feel the same and that we can all work together to bring this about. I shall be sending regular reports to everyone hereafter to keep you informed of progress and key actions coming up in order to coordinate what needs to be done and how you can help. Thank you to those who have given time and effort to date and I do hope that others are encouraged to being part (however large or small) of this important in influential scheme. If you wish to discuss any part of it with me, please do email me at gillianrenniedunkerley@hotmail.com or telephone me on 01379 384248 or 07730011951 Gillian Rennie-Dunkerley
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Forthcoming Events
Library/Post Office/Court House Café News Christmas is coming and we now sell lovely Greetings Cards and Christmas Cards in the library. Call in and see our selection. Our Christmas stamps will be available in the Post Office from November 1st 2015. The new bus timetables are available, so come in and pick one up. We also do photocopying and printing. We sell gift vouchers in the Post Office that can be redeemed at many different outlets. They can be for any amount that you want. Call in to see our selection. They make excellent Christmas presents for those you have difficulty knowing what to buy. We still need a few more volunteers to help in the café, which is open, Thursday and Saturday mornings 9.30am12.30pm. If you feel you could help, call in and see me in the library. On Friday mornings there is a regular Singing/Rhymetime session at 10.30pm for babies and young children in the café room. Come and join us and have some fun! Confidential SNAP advice (see information below) is available in the café room on the second Tuesday in the month. The next date is Tuesday November 10th. Are you worried about housing? SNAP may be able to help…… SNAP is a government funded organisation that can assist you if you find yourself in housing difficulties, are facing eviction or repossession. SNAP has been established since 2008 and offers free housing advice, support and guidance to those who are worried that they may lose their home or are already homeless. Supporting over 380 people at any one time, the only conditions are that you must have a housing need, be able to access public funds, live in Suffolk and are aged 16 or over. SNAP is committed to helping people in Suffolk to maintain their homes and live independently. SNAP is able to assist those who have housing issues, for whatever reason, by working with them to address rent or mortgage arrears and debts, to apply for social housing or look at alternative housing options. Support workers are trained to liaise with landlords and local authorities in order to claim discretionary housing payments and backdated housing benefit if clients are eligible for these. SNAP workers can also provide support with form filling, help set up utilities, maximise income, advise on applicable benefits and offer budgeting and debt guidance. SNAP can also signpost those with additional needs, for example mental health issues, severe debts, physical or sensory disabilities and learning disabilities to appropriate organisations. If you, or anyone you know is experiencing difficulties with their housing they can get in touch with SNAP via the referrals team, CARA, on 01473 467727. Everyone who applies will be offered advice on their housing issues.
The Court House Cafe Two Course Community Lunch for £7 on Monday November 9th 12pm for 12.30pm dining Menu: Beef Casserole/New Potatoes/Veg Vegetarian Option Frittata/New Potatoes/Salad Apple Pie with Custard or Cream Tea/Coffee
The Court House Café Christmas Community Meal On Friday 11th and Saturday 12th December 2015 Menu to be decided but it will be up to our usual high standard! Tickets £15 for 4 courses Bring your own wine. Book early to avoid disappointment for these popular culinary events...at the library or phone Maureen 07507802360 Maureen John
Horham & Athelington Community Council Fireworks on the Community Centre Meadow Saturday, 7th. November, Gates open 6.00 pm, Bonfire lit 6.30 pm, Fireworks 7.00 pm. Adults £5 - Children £2 Primary and under free, if accompanied by an adult. Raffle - Bar – Food. In aid of Community Council Funds. Margaret Streeter
Heveningham Hall Fireworks Saturday 7th November, doors open 5.30pm. £20 per vehicle in advance or £25 on the gate, pedestrians £7 adult and £5 children (4+-14). Claire Dunford
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Forthcoming events
Scrap Metal Skips Scrap metal skips are back again - Saturday the 7th of November 8am until midday! Time for a new washing machine, dishwasher, clear out of the garage or just wish to get rid of “any old iron” then we can do it for FREE!! On Saturday the 7th of November 2015 between 8am and midday, free skips will be available for your use in the car park of Stradbroke High School. The Friends of the School will be on hand to help you unload and all profits we make will be spent directly on the pupils. Sorry but we can’t accept fridges, freezers - but anything else metal we can dispose of for you. Any large items that you are struggling with please call Nigel on 07771 838957 and we can arrange collection on the morning. The Friends of Stradbroke High School
All new Christmas Craft Fair and Breakfast Cafe Saturday the 28th of November 2015 9am – 1pm. Why go to town when you can start your Christmas shopping early at Stradbroke High School. Firstly enjoy a tasty breakfast and read the free newspapers in the “pit stop cafe” and then browse around the 30 art and craft stalls. At the same time you will be helping the pupils raise funds to improve their school. All the stalls are already booked in and ready to welcome you. The Friends of Stradbroke High School, Charity Number 1096034
Borderhoppa Outings – A great day out! Borderhoppa has lots going on for our members in November & December including lunches out, visits to garden centres and Christmas Fairs and Markets to visit. If you or someone you know would like to join us, please call us on 01379 854800. Membership is £6 for 6 months or £10 for 12 months, outings are individually priced. November Outings 2015: Mon 2nd – Dereham - £15, Thurs 12th – The Range, Norwich & lunch at The Village Inn, Little Melton - £15 (lunch extra), Mon 16th – Highways - £14, Sat 21st – Great Yarmouth Christmas Fair - £17, Mon 23rd – Ely £20 December Outings 2015: Thurs 3rd – Lunch at the Chip Inn, Long Stratton & Cherry Lane Garden Centre, Pulham - £7 (chips extra), Sun 6th – Bungay Christmas Street Market - £8 Mon 7th – Bury St Edmunds - £14, Sat 12th – Ipswich Christmas Market - £14, Mon 14th – Xmas Lunch at Jolly Farmers, Forncett St. Peter - £25 includes lunch. Carole Tilston
Christmas Prize Bingo Prize bingo for Christmas on Friday 27th November, 7:30pm at Stradbroke Community Centre to raise funds for Stradbroke White Hart Bowls Club. Many excellent prizes, raffle, refreshments plus a flyer to win a Christmas Hamper Please join us for a fun night out! Julie Ward
Wingfield Barns Events Friday 20th November at 7.30pm. Open Space Theatre Company returns to the Barns with “Uncle Vanya”, Chekhov’s classic play about country life. A beautiful story beautifully told. Tickets £10. Concessions £8.50. Open Space usually have sell out audiences at the Barns, so early booking is advisable. Saturday 5th December, 12pm until 4pm. Chrismas Fayre – loads of stalls, tombolas, fabulous raffles, just a really good afternoon for all the family. Looking forward to seeing you then. For further details, call 01379 384505 or e-mail: enquiries@wingfieldbarns.co.uk Sue Preston
Horham Craft Fair Craft Fair, Old School Horham Saturday, 7th. November, 10 am - 4 pm. Morning Coffee, ploughman's lunch, afternoon tea, bar open! To book a table ring Pip 01379 384370. (£10 per table, proceeds to The Old School window renovation fund). Margaret Streeter
Worlingworth Grand Christmas Fayre A Grand Christmas Fayre is being held in the Community centre on Saturday 5th December from 12.00 noon to 3.00 p.m. Light lunches will be served from 12.00 noon to 2.00 p.m. and there will be stalls selling gifts, cakes, tombola, bulbs and a grand draw. Admission is adults 50p to include a cup of tea or coffee, children free. All proceeds in aid of St Marys church funds. Vera Abbott
Wilby School Christmas Fayre Wilby School Christmas Fayre on Saturday 5th December between 11:30am - 2.00pm, at Wilby School, Brundish Road, there will be Mulled Wine along with other refreshments, BBQ, Stalls include, Fair Trade, Decorations, Crafts for children to buy and make, Cakes to buy, Tombola, Lucky Dip, Games and much more, Luxury Hamper to be won in the Grand Draw, and not forgetting a VISIT FROM FATHER CHRISTMAS. If any one is interested in having a stall at this years Fayre, please contact Justine Barber on 01379388040/justine.barber@hotmail.co.uk for more information. T. Sampson
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Sports Roundup
Stradbroke Cricket Club I took a detour home this week to inspect the cricket square. To my delight, wisps of new grass poked out of the spike holes, contrasting with the more verdant, established sward, breathing fresh life into the tired surface of Summer. My thoughts turned to our dear friend David Streeter, who was well versed in the cycle of life. Quiet & understated, are adjectives rarely used to describe David, but that was his contribution to the Cricket Club. Taking an interest in what we were doing, he always supported our fund raising efforts, fully aware of our role within the community. For that we will always be grateful. Whilst gazing at the serene sight of green grass & golden leaves, it occurred to me that no list of Junior trophy winners has been published. This is now rectified. “Player of the Year”: Under 15 – Sam Hurren, Under 13 – Drew Cotton, Under 11 – Ed Brice. “Most Improved Player”: Under 15 – Will Ford, Under 13 – Graham Mobbs, Under 11 – Aiden Bloss. “Under 15 Graduates” – Sam Hurren, Isaac Bloore. Congratulations to them all. Another sign of new life in the Cricket Club! Michael Hugman
Stradbroke Football Club League Results V Halesworth V Woolverstone V Cockfield
Won 4 – 1 Lost 3 – 1 Lost 4 – 1
Primary Cup V Hoxne Res. Lost 3 – 0 The October Cash Bingo raised £86. The next one is on November 13th 7.30pm at Community Centre. The December Bingo is a Christmas Bingo with a Hamper on December 4th. Mary Ellis
Stradbroke & District Bowls Club The Annual General Meeting of the Club will be on Monday, 30th November at 7.30 p.m. in the Sports Room at the Community Centre. Please try to attend. Lily Lofts
White Hart Bowls Club Waveney League Results. Knockout cup away to Beeches Lost Diss & District won 75 - 45 Thorham lost 53 - 66 Pulham Market lost 51 - 77 Gissing won 67- 52 Dickleburgh lost 39 -79 Plate Thornham won 69 - 52 Beeches won 67 - 54 Stradbroke & District won 74 - 61 Shotford won 81 - 58 Plate semi-final Connaught won 81 - 55 Diss & District lost 61 - 81 Plate Final Mendlesham lost 54 - 56 Thornham lost 71 - 72 Finished 4th in League. Mid Suffolk Results. Laxfield lost 46 - 62 Dennington lost 40 - 56 Fressingfield lost 45 - 54 Beddingfield lost 41 - 57. Finished 3rd in League. Great Yarmouth Tournament finished in 3rd place. Friendlies Wickham market home won 67 - 66 Ellis cup won 79 - 52 Wickham Market away lost 57 - 79. Waveney League Finals at Hoxne. Mens pairs Les Ruth & Mike Smith lost in semi-finals. Mens triples Roger Ward Les Ruth Roy Wilkinson lost in final. Ladies pairs Julie Ward & Lynn Ruth won. Well done to those that played in County competitions and representing our area, Les Ruth and Michael Smith getting through to finals but losing on the day. Lynn Ruth
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News & Views
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Stradbroke Church You may have seen on the news that churches in Suffolk are having their lead stolen from their roofs. What you probably don’t now is that unless a church has a roof alarm the insurance only pays out between £5,000 and £10,000 even though it costs approximately £80,000 - £ 100,000 to replace it. However, if we have a roof alarm the insurance will pay the full cost. The cost of an alarm is about £5,000 plus about £500 per year for monitoring and maintenance services. Our beautiful church is here for you; even if you do not regularly go to church we are here for baptisms, weddings and funerals. The cost of running the church is about £450 a week, and apart from the maintenance, which the Friends group try to help with, the rest has to be found by the small congregation and their fundraising events. If you could contribute to the cost of the alarm that would be great, however, if 60 people could give £12 a year it would pay for the ongoing costs of the alarm - just £1 a month! If you would like to help us raise this money you can write a cheque to the Stradbroke PCC and drop into the Rectory in Doctors Lane or give to Mary Ellis, Pump Cottage, Queen Street. We would be very grateful for any help you can give. All Saints Parochial Church Council
Flags for Queens Longest Reign Flags were hoisted at the mast and yard atop the Tower of All Saint’s Church, Stradbroke on Wednesday 9th September to mark the occasion of HM The Queen achieving the longest reign of any British Monarch. Our best flag, a 4yd Union flag was broke out at the mast head and the signal “Bravo Zulu” was hoisted at No. 3 halyard on the yard. This Royal Naval signal is a mark of approbation and approval and might be colloquially expressed as “well done”; in this case we intended to express the idea of “congratulations and very well done!” Councillors George Chaplin and Oliver Coles were responsibly for organising and undertaking this tribute to Her Majesty’s devotion to duty over so long a period in the service of the Nation on behalf of the village. Stradbroke Flag Deck Party
Mid Suffolk Tourist Information This month we are promoting all the lovely places to eat in Stowmarket. Our display board in the shop will have menus and a map showing where all the cafes, pubs and restaurants are. There is also a competition with some great prizes donated by some of our dining establishments, most of which are independent businesses. From the smallest bistro to the largest hotel in town, all offer a really warm welcome, and a great choice of food. Why not pop in for an entry form, and look at some of the menus – maybe even book a treat for yourself, or someone else. The competition is in 3 parts, with a tie breaker, and the best 3 entries will receive a prize. It will run throughout November (closing date 1st Dec) with the winners announced on 9th December. Part 1. Varieties of Apple or Potato?, Part 2. Anagrams of Eateries in Stowmarket, Part 3. Fruit or Vegetable?, Tie breaker – How many pasta varieties can you name? We have a range of locally produced food products, including Jams, Chutneys and Marmalade from Fruits of Suffolk, Honey and Flour from Pakenham Watermill – all could make great gifts or just a special treat for you. Mid Suffolk Tourist Information Centre, Museum of East Anglian Life, Stowmarket IP14 1DL. 01449 676800 Sue Green
Can you support The Stradbroke Monthly? The Editors of The Stradbroke Monthly and representatives of the Parish Council wish to appoint two voluntary posts in the new Stradbroke Monthly Governance Board. The two roles are: Independent Chair of the Board and Independent Village Member (Ideally from the contributors, advertisers or a village resident.) Experience of working on governance groups or committees is essential for the Chair position. For more information about the board and the roles please email governance@stradbrokemonthly.co.uk
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Digging up my potatoes for supper on Tuesday, (and yes, I do know they should all have been lifted by now) I was struck by how many more earthworms there are in the soil of my allotment, than when I first took it on. Earthworms are extremely important to healthy soil. When you dig, you should see a variety of sizes, both large and small. They have three main benefits to the soil. Firstly earthworms will take organic matter from the surface and pull it down into the deeper layers, increasing the nutrient level in the subsoil. Secondly they will ingest small particles of sand and grit which is broken down in their digestive tract. When this is passed out in the form of worm casts, the levels of minerals in a form that plants can use is much higher than in the surrounding soil. The third benefit the worms provide is through their tunnelling. The tunnels allow air and water to permeate the soil and when burrowing the worms themselves act as Pistons pushing air through the tunnels. A meadow of grazing cattle may have more weight of earthworms beneath its surface, than the weight of the cows grazing the surface. At the Stradbroke allotments we all try to grow our vegetables organically, so we are not using chemicals which could damage the worms and other beneficial fauna. Sometimes there are moments when a plague of bugs makes you want to reach for a spray, but the joy of being able to pick and eat fruit and vegetables knowing they are free from contaminants makes it worthwhile. We are having our annual Allotment Quiz night on Saturday 6th February. As usual we will have a lovely Ploughmans supper, bar, raffle and optional desserts. All for the bargain price of £6 per head. So please pencil it in your diary and come along. Gill Palmer
Helping The Elderly During Winter With winter approaching its time to think about how we can help our elderly neighbours and relatives. Winter and can be a time of isolation and difficult for elderly people. With some planning we can make this time of year easier. Here are some things to consider. Think about inclement weather planning - Suffolk may not be famous for snow-drifts and white-outs but this does mean our transport systems are sometimes more affected than towns in Siberia when the snow and ice comes! So, we need to manage the risk of difficulties in getting to the shops. Check your neighbours or relatives have a minimum of 3 days’ food in the house. Using even a small freezer compartment for a small loaf and a pint of milk is something to consider. If solid fuel is used for heating, then regular checks on stock levels Only go out when dressed up for the cold - The number-one cause of illness and death in winter is down to very cold weather. It’s important to discourage the elderly from going outside when the weather is bad. Can you go to the shops for them or help them to get things delivered? If they must go outside, encourage them to dress warmly in layers with hats, gloves, scarves, windproof and waterproof jackets, and wear shoes that are waterproof Keep the home warm - Although we all worry about energy costs the home must be kept warm for the elderly this worry may be more stressful for them. Some people can get confused or anxious about heaters and central heating systems. Try to arrange to keep the living area in the home at around 18-21°C. Take action against loneliness and isolation - For reasons that are often linked to sunlight and sunshine, loneliness and depression are more apparent in the winter months. For those suffering with dementia and living on their own, regular and routine visiting is an essential part of their wellbeing. If you know someone who is on their own take the time to visit them a chat and a cup of tea could make a world of difference to them. Claire Bewley is a Director at My Care at Home based in Stowmarket Tel: 01449 763086 www.mycare-athome.co.uk
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Keeping in touch: Dan Poulter, MP
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Many constituents have written to me regarding the debate in Parliament on Rob Marris MP’s Assisted Dying Bill. Back in 2012, when assisted dying was being debated in Parliament for the first time in a generation, I wrote about my concerns of the impact the bill will have on vulnerable people. The circumstances faced by patients with terminal illnesses are always challenging and unique to that person and their family, and I am still doubtful whether these can effectively be written into law. As you are probably aware, as well as being a Member of Parliament, I am also an NHS hospital doctor, and my work as a frontline NHS professional has given me an insight into the nature of death and dying. I was at one time a strong supporter of individuals with terminal illnesses being given greater power to end their lives. Who was I to stop someone with a terminal illness from ending their life when they had expressed a consistent wish to do so? But an experience as a junior doctor changed my views. Alice (not her real name) was a woman in her 40s with advanced multiple sclerosis, no longer able to speak, and completely dependent on family and carers for all her activities of daily living. She was regularly admitted to hospital with chest infections, and on this occasion had been admitted with a pneumonia that was not responding to antibiotics. She was clearly in great pain and distress. Conversations with her family suggested that much as they loved and cared for her, they believed her illness was at a stage where medical treatments were prolonging her suffering. Her husband said "she would never have wanted to be like this". The palliative care team were called to provide specialist care and advice for what was likely to be the last days of Alice's life. Against all odds, Alice pulled through, and left hospital. Several weeks later, I met her husband again at the hospital shop. He told me the involvement of the palliative care team meant that she and her family had received specialist care and support in the community. He said he felt guilty for having even questioned the value of contemplating the end of her life. As an NHS hospital doctor, I have witnessed at first-hand how palliative care can help patients and their families better deal with very difficult issues and circumstances of death and dying, as well as providing support in coping with the long term pain that often accompanies terminal illness. My experience tells me that the ability to end life prematurely could in some circumstances be abused, and undue pressure brought to bear on the vulnerable and terminally ill. As a result I believe that we should give greater priority and funding to the development of high quality palliative care services, both nationally and locally for patients in Suffolk. For more information please visit my website www.drdanielpoulter.com
Letters to the Editor What did ‘C’ stand for? It stood for the Community Coming together for Coffee, Cake, Craft stalls, Cooking and a good Chat! Thank you to everyone who came along and helped us raise an amazing £407 for Macmillan Cancer Support and Cancer Research UK. Thank you to all our friends who gave up their time, made cakes, donated raffle prizes and helped make the event the success it was. Did you miss it? Don’t worry – next year we will do it all again! Karen Lynch & Liz Brown David (Vic) Streeter died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, 20th. October. The date for his Service will be announced. Margaret Streeter The Mid-Suffolk Railway Footpath. I walked the footpath during the Summer months with a tall hedge and ditch on one hand and a 6ft high thick crop of maize on the other. This was more akin to the Black Forest in Germany than an ordinary arable field in Stradbroke. Recently, this crop has been “under the cosh” in the BBC Archers of Ambridge programme. The two main reasons for this being its damaging effect on soil structure and the minimal amount of sunlight penetrating the crop to generate weed growth, hence no weeds, no seeds and the total absence of farmland birds. During September/October in the Barley Green area, when the land is cultivated, we used to experience large flocks of Lapwing (Plovers) including the very rare Golden Plover flying in from their Summer breeding grounds in North Yorkshire and Scotland. No more do we hear the plaintive trilling of the Golden Plover and the diurnal kiew kiew of the uncommon Little Owl from its nearby habitat, but now destroyed by the farmer. When did you last see or hear the Skylark or Cuckoo when walking the footpath? These farmland birds have now gone forever to be replaced by Crows, Rooks, Magpies, Jays and Sparrowhawks and, apex of the pyramid, farmers and the RSPB. T.P. James A word of thanks from Stradbroke PCC to Andrew Hugman who raised a wonderful £346 on the Historic Churches Cycle Ride. Well done Andrew and many thanks. Mary Ellis
Go to www.stradbrokemonthly.co.uk and sign up and we will send you an email to tell when the new edition is up online! Village Diary November 1st Radio Stradbroke Prof. Kimberley Bannon presents “Antidote to Halloween” 10-1pm (see page 12) 3rd The Contact Club meeting in the Community Centre at 10am-1pm and every Tuesday 3rd Badminton Club meets at the High School 7.30pm-10pm and every Tuesday 6th Babies and Toddlers Rhymetime at Stradbroke Library 10.30am and every Friday 7th Scrap Metal Skips at Stradbroke High School, 8am – midday (see page 20) 7th Hevingham Hall Fireworks Doors Open 5:30pm (see page 18) 7th Horham & Athelington Fireworks, 7pm at Community Meadow (see page 18) 7th Horham Craft Fiar, Old School, Horham, 10am-4pm (see page 20) 8th Remembrance Sunday Memorial Service 10:50am at the War Memorial 8th Radio Stradbroke DJ Huggy presents “November Reign”. 10am – 1pm (see page 12) 9th Parish Council meeting at Community Centre, 7.30pm 9th Community Lunch @ The Court House, 12pm for 12:30 pm (see page 18) 10th SNAP advice @ The Court House (See page 18) 11th Baptist Church Cameo Lunch Club, 12.30pm 12th WI meeting at Community Centre, 7.30pm 13th Cash Bingo in aid of Stradbroke Football Club, Community Centre at 7.30pm (see page 22) 14th Baptist Church Create and Chatter, 10am 14th New & Nearly New Sale, 11am – 3pm, Fressingfield (see page 14) 15th New & Nearly New Sale, 11am – 3pm, Fressingfield (see page 14) 15th Radio Stradbroke DJ Dave presents “Dave’s Body Parts”. 10am – 1pm (see page 12) 17th Police Community Support Officer Roadshow, outside Spar between 2-3pm 19th Stradbroke Cinema “The Water Diviner” at Community Centre, 7 for 7.30pm (see page 14) 20th ***ARTICLES FOR DECEMBER/JANUARY EDITION STRICTLY BY THIS DATE*** 20th Stradbroke Cinema “Amy” (15) at Community Centre, 7 for 7.30pm (see page 14) 20th Wingfield Barns presents “Uncle Vanya” (see page 20) 21st Christmas Craft Fayre & Coffee Morning 10am-1pm at Community Centre (see page 4) 21st The Geoffrey Smith Digital Archive to be launched @ the Court House 11am—2pm (see page 12) 21st Charity Cake Stall 9.30 – 11am at Church Plain, Laxfield (see page 14) 22nd Radio Stradbroke DJ Wally presents “Wally’s Winter Warmer”, 10am – 1pm (see page 12) 24th Stradbroke Cinema “Trailer Watching” at Community Centre 9.30am (see page 14) 25th Baptist Church Drop in for Coffee, 10am 26th Wingfield & District Gardening Club meet at Brundish Village Hall 7.30pm (see page 17) 27th Christmas Prize Bingo, 7.30pm at Community Centre (see page 20) 28th Christmas Fair and Breakfast Café at Stradbroke High School 9am-1pm (see page 20) December 4th Christmas Bingo & Hamper iao Football Club, 7.30pm at Community Centre (see page 22) 5th Wingfield Barns Christmas Fayre 12pm – 4pm (see page 20) 5th Worlingworth Christmas Fayre 12pm – 3pm (see page 20) 5th Wilby Primary School Christmas Fayre 11:30am—2pm (see page 20) 6th Stradbroke Youth Football Club Family Party, Community Centre 4pm- 7pm (see page 14) 11th The Court House Café Christmas Community Meal (see page 18) 12th The Court House Café Christmas Community Meal (see page 18) 12th Christmas Cake Stall in Church Street (see page 4) Please send all articles to editors@stradbrokemonthly.co.uk The Stradbroke Monthly team encourages readers to submit letters to the Editor expressing their opinions, comments or insights regarding any of the material that appears in the magazine. The team will publish letters that reflect the diversity of opinions of our readers, but cannot publish all letters received. The Editor retains the right to edit published letters for clarity and length. The Stradbroke Monthly is published under the auspices of the Parish Council Letters should include the writer's name and be clearly marked ‘FOR PUBLICATION’. The advertising contact for new and existing adverts is editors@stradbrokemonthly.co.uk for all your advertising enquiries. Submission Guidelines can be downloaded from stradbrokemonthly.co.uk Handwritten Submission? Articles can also be left in the library and will be collected at 10am on the Saturday after the final submission date. However, it makes our job much easier and more accurate if articles can be submitted via email. If you do not have access to email you can use the computer in the library and the librarian will happily help you to submit your article.