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Inspired by tradition
TRADITIONAL CHARACTER, CONTEMPORARY LIVING If you're searching for a new home with traditional charm as well as all the internal features you desire for comfortable, convenient and stylish living, look no further than Hopkins Homes and Hopkins and Moore. We are East Anglia's leading developers, building collections of homes to exceptionally high standards, each one individually designed to complement its setting, be it town, village, countryside or coast.
hopkinshomes.co.uk • 01394 446860 Hopkins Homes builds traditional award winning homes throughout Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex
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Gateway to the Heritage Coast
ONE GIANT LEAP FOR FUNKIND Conquer the 34-foot-high Wall Walk at Mary Tudor’s 16th century fortress.
The English Heritage Trust is a charity, no. 1140351, and a company, no. 07447221, registered in England.
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The Heritage Coast
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Tipped by The Sunday Telegraph as "One of the 50 best boutiques outside London"
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Timeless style from Italian powerhouse S'MaxMara
Drift Jewellery ~ made from glass washed up on the beach, so, it's recycling!
Mulberry ~ craftsmanship and heritage we all want
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Eileen Fisher ~ C&C Southwold, one of the first UK stockists of this iconic US brand.
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Coastal Style Notes get the look
Annick Goutal ~ French high perfumery in Suffolk, exclusively at C&C Philippa Kunisch ~ st Swarovski at its be
Everybody needs a pair of white Converse
Finlay & Co., London ~ Cool British Eyewear ~ wooden frames!
Sunspel Riviera If it's good en Polo ~ ough for Bond...
Citizens of Humanity for laid back denim devotees
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IPSWICH Ipswich is the county town of Suffolk, located on the meandering River Orwell and is the perfect place to stay, live and explore.
Constable Country
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A simply stunning new spa
Submerge yourself into a wonderful haven of relaxation, peace and never-rushed calm with the choice of over 30 beautiful skin, body & soul treatments. Or pop in to browse Temple Spa's luxury skincare and gifts in our gorgeous Spa Boutique.
To book quote: BESTSFK Call Weavers’ House Spa on 01787 246246, email: weavers@theswanatlavenham.co.uk theswanatlavenham.co.uk/weavers
Specialists in handmade rugs and carpets The Rug & Carpet Studio was established in 1991 and is the finest showroom in the UK specialising in handmade rugs and carpets. We pride ourselves on offering a high level of personal service and expert advice to all our customers. n
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Extensive collection of traditional and contemporary rugs, runners and room size carpets Sourcing service for unusual and higher value items Try the rug at home before buying Home consultations Care and cleaning advice
CUSTOM RUGS Have your own design made into a custom rug, bespoke to your measurements in your choice of colours and shape. Our team of weavers in Nepal and India can knot or hand-tuft a rug to any requirement.
RESTORATION WORKSHOPS
The team of highly skilled restorers provide an excellent restoration, conservation and cleaning service for all hand-made oriental and European rugs, whether modern or antique. Free repair or cleaning estimates. If you require a home visit please contact Jo Nears on 01787 882214.
The Rug & Carpet Studio, The Old White Hart, Long Melford, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 9HX. 01787 882214 | www.rugandcarpetstudio.co.uk Open Monday to Saturday, 10am – 5.30pm
WEST SUFFOLK
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Bury St. Edmunds Historic Bury St Edmunds, in the heart of west Suffolk, is one of the region’s biggest and best-loved market towns.
HISTORY The town’s namesake, St Edmund, martyred King of East Anglia, died in the ninth century but his shrine became the focal point for the development of one of the largest and most powerful abbeys in the land. You can wander around its ruins in the lovely Abbey Gardens, where the Abbey Gate and Norman Tower are the most complete surviving parts of the original vast complex. The gardens
are now an attractive public park, renowned for its bedding displays. It includes a children’s play area. Hard to miss is the neighbouring St Edmundsbury Cathedral, the county’s only Anglican cathedral, lately crowned with a magnificent 140fttower, which now dominates the skyline as if it has somehow always been there. A little farther along the street – and worth the walk – is another of the town’s fine churches,
St Mary’s, where Henry VIII’s sister, Mary Rose Tudor, is buried. Charles Dickens famously gave public readings in the beautiful Athenaeum on Angel Hill, staying at the neighbouring Angel Hotel, Pickwick Papers’. Throughout the Middle Ages, Angel Hill was the site of the Bury Fair, attended by traders and entertainers from all over Europe. Today it still attracts visitors from home and abroad, but mostly serves as a car park.
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ELIZABETH GASH Sitting on Lavenham’s picturesque market place in a pretty timber framed building, is knitwear designer Elizabeth Gash’s eponymous first shop. Her second opened only three years ago on Bury St Edmunds’ St John’s St and a third opened in Saffron Walden in 2013. Step inside either shop and you enter an Aladdin’s cave of colour, texture and pattern. The shops have traditional oak beam interiors with shelves stacked with knitwear and clothes in jewel-like colours, the urge to forage is irresistible. Most of Elizabeth’s knitwear is inspired by the beautiful designs of eastern nomadic textiles and rugs. Her distinctive graphic patterns and deep rich colours owe much to traditional kilim designs. The range, which can be made to measure, includes jackets, waistcoats, hats, bags, scarves and cushions, and each piece, no matter how small, is imbued with Elizabeth’s trademark flair for colour and pattern. The success of the shops in Lavenham, Bury St Edmunds and Saffron Walden is the culmination of more than 20 years’ hard work. Elizabeth started her knitting career with a stall in Covent Garden, and as her following grew, she took on more knitters and sold her knitwear to other select shops and a knitwear catalogue ‘Penny
Plain’. It was over ten years ago, after encouragement from a friend, that the first shop was opened in idyllic Lavenham, a short drive from her home in Rattlesden. All of Elizabeth’s work is undertaken here in Suffolk: Elizabeth designs and makes the swatches on her knitting machine, and then the garments are hand framed locally in beautiful Scottish silk and lamb’s wool yarn. This veritable treasure trove of gorgeous knitwear has become a showcase for leading British textile designers. Having sold from a stall for so many years, Elizabeth’s aim in opening a shop was to create a thriving outlet for unusual, beautiful garments made by talented designers living in the UK. Stocking a carefully-chosen selection by Sophie’s Wild Woollens, it has become an absolute must visit for wool lovers everywhere. As well as a fantastic array of knitted designs, Elizabeth has included clothes by Two Danes, Masai, Pomodoro, Shepards, Sahara, Sea Salt, Flax, Backstage, Adini, Margo Selby and Capri all hand-picked to complement her own range perfectly. And even accessories are catered for: she has got a great range of bags, scarves and gloves, and a beautiful display of semi-precious and silver by jewellery designer Siren Silver and Scarves by Margo Selby.
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STUART CLAY TRAPS Country sports, fishing and clothing specialists We stock most makes of: • Shotgun, rifles and air rifles • Mens, ladies, children’s clothing and boots • Sporting guns • Fishing tackle and equipment • Full range of fishing accessories and fresh bait
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Stuart Clay Traps Ltd, 3a & 3b Wilford Bridge Road Melton, Woodbridge, IP12 1RB 01394 385567 sales@stuartsgunsandtackle.com www.stuartsgunandtackle.
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Halesworth Golf Club, Bramfield Road, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 9XA 01986 875567 info@halesworthgc.co.uk www.halesworthgc.co.uk
Gerald Weir Furniture If you are in search of some furniture which is very specific to your needs, commissioning a bespoke piece from Gerald Weir Furniture is simpler than you might envisage. These examples of recent commissions undoubtedly reflect the sheer beauty in the wood, the elegance of the designs and the exceptional quality and craftsmanship. This table and pair of benches were commissioned by a local family who were a dream to work with, they knew exactly what they wanted in terms of design, along with our guidance on the materials and finishes, collectively we created a truly stunning ensemble, made in oak with cast brass embellishments. Here is what the client had to say -
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Our bespoke table and benches from Gerald Weir have arrived and are perfect. We have worked closely with Louise, Mark and Ian on the design, dimensions and materials from start to finish
and it has been a pleasure to see our ideas materialise into a beautiful, handmade piece of furniture that will last for many years. Our brief was complex, requiring precision and brass work - the
decisions taken through the process were all made with Ian, clearly a craftsman who has keen attention to detail, proportions and design. The table looks like it has always been in our home.
Unit One, Sun Wharf, Deben Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1AZ 01394 610900 info@geraldweir.com
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FOXWOOD, A WELL-ESTABLISHED FAMILY FIRM IN RUSHMERE ST. ANDREW, IPSWICH The key to the success of local stone, tile and bathroom product suppliers, Foxwood, is their focus on quality products, knowledgeable customer service and value for money. Their experience, gained over many years, means that the 400sq metre showroom displays an unmatched selection of stone and tiles in some of the best-quality materials available including Porcelanosa and Classical Flagstones. The showroom is spacious and light, offering a great place to display the
extensive range of Foxwood’s products. The inspirational room sets and tiled areas demonstrate how the products can be adapted to individual requirements. Indeed, it is possible to use tiling throughout your home or business and knowledgeable staff are on hand to talk you through its creative usage as Foxwood have tiles and stone to suit all locations. There are a wide range of bathroom products on display from leading manufacturers, including Roca and Laufen, along with their stylish radiator and hand towel range.
The showroom also benefits from ample parking, enabling customers to visit easily. The open nature of the showroom means customers have an opportunity to really appreciate the top-quality products. Foxwood are keen to stress that they cater for all budgets and carry traditional and contemporary ranges and as part of their customer service package, they can now offer a complete bathroom fitting service.
36-38 Woodbridge Road (A1214) Rushmere St Andrew, Ipswich IP5 1BH T: 01473 617050 | E: info@foxwoodceramics.co.uk
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Suffolk
WEDDINGS In our ever-changing world, technology offers couples new ways to plan their wedding. Amidst all this digital madness, it is reassuring that you can rely on a timeless Suffolk wedding. Comfortingly grounded in tradition, the county provides a range of romantic venues, from country-cool barns to chic and classic hotels.
Independent Schools
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FRAMLINGHAM COLLEGE boarding & day school (13-18)
ENCOURAGING EXCELLENCE IN EVERYTHING WE DO Book a private visit today: admissions@framcollege.co.uk
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ORWELL PARK LEADING INDEPENDENT PREP SCHOOL
CO-EDUCATIONAL BOARDING AND DAY 2 ½ to 13
“The school is extremely succesful in fulfilling its aims of providing an academically challenging and fullfilling all round education, and strong pastoral care where pupils are able to benefit from a vibrant boarding experience.”
“ The overall quality and standards of the EYFS are outstanding...” (Independent Schools Inspectorate 2014)
For more information or to arrange a visit please contact our Registrar 01473 659225 | admissions@orwellpark.org | www.orwellpark.co.uk Orwell Park, Nacton, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP10 0ER