Waterfront Life - August 2017 by 'Life' Magazines (Waterfront Life & Student Life)

ISSUE 09 • AUGUST 2017

Lifestyle Magazine for Ipswich Residents, Businesses and Visitors

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WATERFRONT Life

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Last month we ran a print & digital competition to test our multi-platform readers’ attention to detail. Ten pictures were shown; some depicted the French Riviera and some our beautiful Waterfront. All readers had to do was tell them apart! No-one got 10/10. Proof, if proof was needed, that we are a very lucky bunch, with a scenic backdrop that would not look out of place in much warmer climes. I constantly hear people say that they did not expect to turn a given corner of the area and feast their eyes on the marinas. Indeed, I was discussing this very matter with a recently acquired business acquaintance, whose first visit to the Town resulted in an overnight stay at the Premier Inn. He told of his expression of amazement the following morning, when he strolled down to the “water” to search for a non-corporate breakfast. We then met later in the day, when he was already ‘sold’ on the location for his next property investment. As residents, we should all take a moment every now and then to appreciate fully our surroundings and we should also thank our commercial neighbours for adding their individual take on what makes the area work. Thank you to everyone and as ever…..please continue to feed back to us on all topics. My very best wishes, Richard Stewart Editor

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WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS The Wine Rack .........................................................3 THE VIEW FROM THE SALTHOUSE ..................................................................................8 WATERFRONT LEGAL When Tweets Become ‘Twibels’ .................................................12 STUDENT LIFE Featured Magazine ................................................................................13-26 THE SAINTS Featured Magazine .....................................................................................27-34 WATERFRONT COUNSEL It’s Maritime Time! ............................................................. 35 MYSTERY SHOP REPORT iScream ..........................................................................36-37

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The

WINERACK WRITTEN BY SAMANTHA KIRK

In the latest of our articles on the development of the Winerack, we show that “it’s happening”, really does mean it’s happening! Traditionally this time of year is holiday season for many of us in the UK. With the majority of families heading off to the beach for some well-deserved R&R, one property developer will not be venturing too far from the Waterfront this summer! Owner of the Winerack, John Howard; his partners and team, will be very much close to the action as over the next few months an enormous amount of work will be taking shape behind the scenes, in preparation for the green light to allow activity to start on-site. There is still a significant volume of due diligence to be undertaken to enable all contracts to be signed, but everyone involved in the development of the Winerack is working flat out to make sure this happens imminently. From the construction team to the lawyers, to the advisers – through to the Homes & Communities Agency and New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership (who are helping to fund the project) – the efforts of these key players to kick-start this

Waterfront regeneration project is immense. Final measurements for the impressive new ‘car-stacker-system’ by German manufacturers Wöhr are being made, as the original system that was chosen for the previous scheme has naturally evolved and been updated. Utility companies are scheduled to play their part from early September so that there are sufficient amenities available to the 200 or so strong team and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Each and every item on the Developer’s ‘To Do’ list has its own right to be at the top of the page, yet to execute such a project with the exactness that is essential to its success, a methodical and logical strategy is vital. Coordinating such a large scheme is not something for the faint hearted and luckily for John, his team of experts are putting their holidays on hold this year to make sure timescales are still met. So, enjoy the view of the towering concrete frame over the next few months; as shortly it will be wrapped in scaffolding until the unveiling of its multitextured façade…..which we’ve all been waiting too long to see! Register your interest: www.thewinerackapartments.com

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WATERFRONT Residential

Nicholas Estates PROPERTY of the MONTH Nicholas Estates Ipswich Waterfront are pleased to offer for sale this extremely well presented two-bedroom apartment within the Orwell Quay complex. Accommodation consists of a modern open plan lounge diner, fitted kitchen including integrated washer dryer and standing fridge freezer along with stainless steel oven and hob. One large double bedroom with fitted sliding wardrobe and en suite shower facilities. Guest bedroom also double with large floor to ceiling window giving ample natural light. There is also a main bathroom with chrome fittings and tiled floor. Viewing is strongly recommended for this surely popular sales property.

Call Chris on 01473 215743 for a free valuation or to arrange viewing. For more information on Ipswich, Felixstowe and surrounding villages property market, please call us on 01473 215743 or visit www.nicholasestates.co.uk

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Waterfront OUR PORT

CO-WRITTEN BY BOB JONES & RICHARD STEWART

Associated British Ports (ABP) is the UK’s leading ports operator with 21 ports and boasts the UK’s leading export port for agricultural products at Ipswich. In the latest of our regular spots, ABP’s former personnel manager – Bob Jones - teaches the last part of a thorough history lesson. 19TH CENTURY EXPANSION By the 1840’s Ipswich needed a new Customs House. The existing one was around 400 years old and in 1843, the new design was approved. As a proclaimed public holiday, the 21st of July 1845, saw the £4,250 building opened. In 1881 the new entrance lock was opened; to welcome a now blossoming trade with countries as far away as New Zealand. In 1897 a new dredger was purchased and the next 20 years saw extensive dredging work carried out. THE BUILDING OF CLIFF QUAY & FURTHER DEVELOPMENT Work began on Cliff Quay in 1923, with the first 600ft being ready for use the following year. In May 1957, Airey Neave officially opened the entire Quay, by then a much-developed facility. In 1973 a further 240 metres of quay was opened and by 1977 a railway connection to the Norwich/ London mainline had been established; along with three regular lines now serving the near-continent. The Terminal was now handling in excess of 750,000 tonnes of cargo a year. IPSWICH PORT AUTHORITY In 1973, the Ipswich Port Authority assumed responsibility. During the late 70’s and through the 80’s, the Port grew in size & strength and by 1987, 4 million tonnes of cargo were being handled and IPA employed 500 people. The abolition of the National Dock Labour Scheme in 1989 heralded a period of relative decline for the Port, which was to lose most of its major trades to competitors; including Felixstowe & Tilbury. ABP In 1997 Ipswich ceased to be a ‘Trust Port’ and was purchased by Associated British Ports. The resulting, substantial investment saw the Port grow again and the rest……..well that’s just history! 5 • AU GU ST 2017 • WAT ERF RO N T L I FE

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BEHIND THE SCENES

THE VIEW FROM THE

SALTHOUSE

An Eco-Friendly Approach WRITTEN BY RICHARD STEWART

‘Towels in the bath, or towels on the rail?’ This is the question that will have greeted most of us in a hotel bathroom and we’re told that our decision affects the environment. Here our editor discusses with Salthouse GM Diogo Abreu, why a hotel must be eco-friendly: I open our chat with flippancy & generalisation, by stating that surely most hotel guests (I know I do) chuck their used towels in the bath…..well, because we can! “We are as environmentally friendly as we possibly can be” retorts Diogo and whilst agreeing that the majority of guests’ towels do end up getting changed daily, Diogo insists that “there is a duty to try to raise awareness”. This is mainly portrayed via the little signs that are placed in bathrooms by most hoteliers, seeking our help with the aforementioned quandary. A huge financial

cost to hotels is indeed laundry, but the amiable GM speedily adds the assurance that despite the financial cost, it really is the duty to be ecologically friendly that is at the fore. Recycling is another area where the hotel can tick the EF approach and staff are at pains to ensure that plastic, card, bottles and the like are all sent on their way in the correct fashion. Solar panels on the roof add to the managements’ desire to do all that is possible to – in Diogo’s words “preserve our planet for future generations”. A quirky but nonetheless eco-positive addition in to the mix, is the hotel’s new wine list cover! Diogo is proud of his influence behind the innovation and explains. “It’s not every day that you see recyclable wine lists” enthuses the GM “and certainly not ones made from recycled corks!” The hotel is adding to its recycled paper stock, by launching a black, matt cork wine list cover to afford entry to its vast menu of carefully thought out reds, rosés & whites. We finish with me questioning Diogo regarding the difference between the decisions over how eco-friendly a business actually needs to be, versus how much it needs to be seen to be doing? Diogo’s sharpness swings back in “if we are not ecofriendly, how can we guarantee a great future for our kids?” Say no more. It’s not all about business, it’s about responsibility.

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MY Life

Working together to make Suffolk the best place in the world WRITTEN BY CAROLE THAIN Suffolk Mind wants to make our county the best place in the world for talking about and taking care of mental wellbeing. · All of us have mental health, just as we have physical health, and one in four of us will suffer from mental ill health in any given year. · Just as five-a-day, a little exercise and a balanced diet are part of keeping physically healthy, so it is with mental health.

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WATERFRONT Legal

WHEN TWEETS become

“TWIBELS” WRITTEN BY ANNABEL MAYER People using social media need to understand the rules of publishing law and advertising regulations if they are to avoid allegations of defamation. This reminder follows the news that controversial columnist Katie Hopkins was recently refused leave to appeal against a recent High Court libel verdict, where she was found to have published defamatory Tweets, or what’s been coined a ‘Twibel’. Anyone using social media is a publisher, putting information out into the public domain, but unlike newspapers and book publishers, most people don’t have a good understanding of publishing law and how to avoid breaching it. For Katie Hopkins, the Tweets she posted that were found to be defamatory implied that prominent poverty campaigner and writer Jack Monroe had defaced a war memorial, in a case of mistaken identity. Monroe offered her the chance to apologise publicly or face legal action, but Hopkins refused. When the case reached the High Court, the Tweets were found to have caused ‘serious’

harm to Monroe’s reputation and Hopkins was ordered to pay damages of £24,000. In addition to that, and of far greater concern to Hopkins, will have been being ordered to pay Monroe’s legal costs, which are thought to be a six figure sum. “Controlling social media content is a huge issue, especially for businesses,” says Annabel Mayer, “People could learn from the 26-point guide on how to use Twitter, published by the High Court with its official ruling in the Hopkins case. It makes for useful reading, even for those who think themselves experts, as a reminder of who will receive postings when tweeting, retweeting or replying.” Annabel Mayer T: 01473 849950 E: annabel.mayer@ashtonslegal.co.uk Annabel has a great deal of experience in general dispute resolution work and is recommended for her work in the Legal 500, 2016 edition.

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ISSUE 07 • AUGUST 2017

Lifestyle Magazine for the Students of Ipswich

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STUDENT Life

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Welcome back to August’s edition of Student Life! Over the last few weeks, we have been working hard to build up and expand our student writer database. We are so excited to have so many new writers on board with Student Life and are really looking forward to see how their articles and content develop over the next few weeks, months and years!! In addition, we have been working to strengthen the links between Student Life and the University of Suffolk Students’ Union. The response has been amazing so I’m really excited to see how it all develops! If you’ve been reading Student Life and are keen to be involved, then it’s really easy. There are a range of topics available to write about, all you need to do is email us on the email below and someone will be in touch! Until next time… Best wishes, Rachel Gilbey Co-editor

TRIED & TESTED ‘Embrace’ Documentary .............................................................................. 15 BACK TO SCHOOL New Stationery Please ......................................................................16-17 FASHION CANDY STYLE Dress to Impress ..................................................................18-19 MY LIFE Confessions of a Perfectionist .............................................................................. 22-23 IPSWICH CHURCHES Our Vicar ...............................................................................................25

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BACK TO School

New STATIONERY Please WRITTEN BY LIBBY DAWSON

Most students want to start the new academic year with new equipment. But what is seen as the usual stationery and what might be seen as luxury items? Whether you’re going back to school, sixth form, university, or if you’re going for the first time, there’s no doubt you’ll be experiencing an abundance of emotions. However, there are a lot more reasons to get excited than not. A fresh start, learning new things, making new friends, and the best part… a brand-new set of stationery. There is nothing better that starting the new academic year with a perfectly polished stationery collection. Whether you want to make your classmates envious with your matching revision cards and washi tape, or if it’s the untouched notebook you need to feel incredibly organized; the end result is having something to give you the get up and go attitude that let’s be honest, all students need after a long summer.

If you find yourself sitting, realising you’re back to the grind tomorrow and you have nothing to write on, head to TIGER. I know that you would NEVER think to go here, but they have absolutely everything you would need. From correction tape to mini calculators, 15cm erasers to desktop bins, you name it…they’ve got it. Very basic designs but all for a very small price. SAINSBURYS will also surprise you. They don’t just sell groceries; they have a vast range of high quality, well designed stationery, all for a good price too. PAPERCHASE is a classic. Whether you want big bold prints or plain covered folders; quirky animal sharpeners or a simple bendy ruler, they have it…and remember, you receive 10% student discount. You could also roll into WHSMITH if you want to spend that bit extra; you know they’ll have everything you need - it’s the stationery store that will never let you down. If you’re a big stationery lover and willing to spend time building your collection, then head to OHH DEER (another 10% student discount store), LOVEONE a dainty independent shop, or KIKKI.K online. These outlets cater for the avid stationery hoarder and it’s all Christmases coming at once, with the most beautifully designed, high quality products.

Whether you go for items that are undoubtedly aesthetically pleasing, or whether you are purely making a purchase to avoid rolling into class late and having to ask for a pen, there is definitely somewhere for you. 16 • AU GU ST 2017 • WAT ER F RO N T L I FE

HIGHLIGHTERS Highlighters are one of the best items you can have in your pencil case. It’s the ultimate organisation hack and there are so many varieties out there to choose from. I’ll be comparing some of the cheaper alternative 4 packs of own brand highlighters, with the trusty Stabilo. *Disclaimer. These I’ve mentioned aren’t the only ones out there, there are so many others, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

WHSMITH £2.99 Very similar to the Stabilo in the way that they’re designed. However, these are a lot chunkier which makes it a little more difficult to hold. Whilst the colours are alike, they are less pigmented and dry a lot lighter than you’d expect which is disappointing; especially for the price. SCORE: 2/5

TIGER £1.00 These are not your typical highlighter. The applicator is very thin, almost like a fine felt tip pen. Therefore, these wouldn’t be ideal when highlighting lots on information. However, if you prefer to underline or write with highlighters, these would be great; they’re cheap and different too. SCORE: 3/5

SAINSBURYS £1.50 Sainsburys highlighters were by far the most comparable. The colour match is perfect and they create the exact same width line. If anything, these are better than the trusty Stabilo as they’re less chunky and easier to hold. Very impressed. SCORE: 5/5

THE WORKS £1.00 These are the nicest looking highlighters; however, they are also a lot thinner than you would expect. They’re not as small as the product from Tiger so they could still be used for the usual purpose, the colour is also good. The shape of these pens make them difficult to hold, they’re not the most comfortable. SCORE: 3.5/5 17 • AU GU ST 2017 • WAT ER F RO N T L I FE

DRESS TO IMPRESS Smart/Casual

WITH FASHION EXPERT PAM DAVIS

Dress code – ‘smart/casual’ – what does this mean?

Smart casual is what is sounds like, a style that’s somewhere between formal and casual. It is what you wear.

Whatever the invitation we have all heard the term ‘smart/casual’ used when there is a specific dress code stated. Smart casual is one of the most common yet confusing dress codes. The simple nature makes it problematic when selecting an outfit.

Whilst many of us know better than to wear a pair of jogging pants and t-shirts, it still doesn’t make it easier to figure out how to pull this type of look together.

Smart Casual is a polite way of saying, dressy attire but please don’t wear what you may do grocery shopping in, or watch football games on the weekends. HOW SHOULD WE INTERPRET THIS? Smart casual is a defined dress code that is generally a neat yet casual attire. Different venues, events, contexts can have varying interpretations of the dress code.

A stylish, casual look can be tricky for work and for weekends because, to give a casual outfit a little extra polish, it does require some styling, particularly through accessories. When it come to fashion, the term “smart” refers to a look and style that is neat, polished, classy and put-together. To find the best smart casual outfit for you, use every item creatively. Think about what you would normally wear casually, and then

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add or change one or two pieces of clothing to make your outfit smarter. The foundation of a smart look is clothing that fits well and is tailored to the wearer’s shape. SMART CASUAL THOUGHT GUIDELINES What is the occasion? Birthday/Drinks/Party What type of venue is it? Decor Work crowd or Social crowd? Appropriate dress code Weather outlook Layers?

Once you have defined these answers, this will make it so much easier to choose your attire for the occasion. In a nutshell… it’s what your wear when you can’t wear jeans and a t-shirt, but you are not into suit territory either. Smart Casual is what it sounds like: a style that’s somewhere between formal and casual. From the office to a sporting event, or a dinner date, always start with the right foundation of tailored separates and work from there. Outerwear and accessories bring balance & show personal style. The smart casual look allows flexibility for personal taste in fashion and includes jackets, outfit enhancing jewellery, dress shirts, tailored jumpers, vests, ties, matching accessories and pull on shoes and boots.

WOMEN Most tops are versatile pieces, even if it’s a t-shirt, you can dress this up or down with accessories etc.

Skirts – most of us have these in our “capsule” wardrobe. You can easily pair them with short or long sleeved shirts, add a cardigan or blazer to dress up or down. Jeans, trousers, pants have the ability to be dressed up or down with most staple items, for both work or play! Plain tailored dresses can be worked with outerwear printed jackets and bold accessories. MEN A smart casual dress code is a step up from business casual, but not as dressy as formal work attire.

Men.... your ideal outfit is Chino’s/smart jeans a casual shirt, a textured blazer and brogues. To suit all different occasions, add a jumper, leather shoes, printed colourful shirts to add a bit of punch to the outfit. Enjoy the beauty for Smart Casual dressing and make the most out of your wardrobe whatever the occasion! Pam x

GET IN TOUCH E: pamela@fashioncandy.co.uk M: 07713 095355 www.fashioncandy.co.uk

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WATERFRONT Style

MY TOP SUMMER SHOPS WRITTEN BY EMILY

Emily is a 22yr old, 3rd year student at the Uni; studying Events & Tourism Management, and having recently handed in her dissertation, joined Student Life to rekindle her passion of writing for leisure. Moving into halls in a new town for university, I realised to my horror that I had left much of my clothes at home. However, by using the ‘capsule wardrobe’ method of owning a few interchangeable key pieces, all I was lacking were a few flamboyant accessories to create new outfits with. So on a tight student budget, I set out to find new, fashion forward clothing with minimal costs, which in the summer months can prove all the more tricky.

summer festival look, at a fraction of the price. Better yet, they can be worn for a variety of other occasions, such as the beach or outings with friends. Daywear- This seasons slogan tees are filling the rails, and there is more on-style gingham than you can shake the latest copy of Vogue at. However, to avoid buying pieces which I would otherwise never re-use, I look to add tasselled kimonos, summer scarves and baseball caps; which can transform any plain white t shirt & jeans - or skirt combo into a beach, work, or Instagram look.

Clubbing – Reasonably priced footwear can complete any night time outfit, such as metallic trend chunky sandals; which when donned with a basic t shirt, holographic clutch bag and chic corset belt, create a high fashion, low budget look that can also be worn down for lunch or even lectures. Don’t feel overwhelmed; there is so much Festivals – Festival accessories include a out there and everything new is deemed a variety of on trend pieces that are slaying style ‘must have’. So stick to what you like the game; from sequined mermaid bags to and what will fit into your wardrobe all year flower crowns, glitter and sunglasses, they round. You may be pleasantly surprised by are the ideal way to complete your chic the results! 20 • AU GU ST 2017 • WAT ER F RO N T L I FE

STUDENT Life

WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Student Life catches up with the University’s Alumni WRITTEN BY ANDY PARKER

Andy is 23 years old and a passionate historian born and raised in Ipswich. He has fully immersed himself in all that the Waterfront offers from studying History at the University of Suffolk, to working with the Ipswich Maritime Trust. This has only fuelled his interest in becoming part of Waterfront Life & Student Life.

I graduated from the Uni in October 2015, with a BA (Hons) degree in History. Since then life has led me down several diverse paths, but all these pursuits share a common link with the love I have for my hometown, and the strong ties I have with the Waterfront. I was drawn to study at the University of Suffolk for many reasons and it was clearly the perfect fit for me, as I had such a fantastic time studying, making friends and creating amazing memories. In the short space of time since graduating, I like to think I’ve gained invaluable experiences from the time I spent travelling across the USA, working for a global insurance company; as well as for several local businesses. I am currently busy working on several local history projects including with the Uni’s History Alumni Society, as well as working for a conservation charity. It’s important to me to remain connected to the Waterfront and be part of promoting the history of the Town. A couple of my favourite haunts as a student were Cult or the University library; where I would head to, to hang out and do work. As a history student, there was always something to do; an essay to write, research to organise, presentations to practise. The best thing about the place though was that there was always a mate or a colleague on the Waterfront, to meet for either a drink, a catch-up, a study session, or a night out. The community spirit I felt when I was a student - and even now when I’m down on the Waterfront - is second to none. This is what made the University of Suffolk what it was to me and I believe still is for many others today. Even today I still bump into mature students still studying and old friends that now work at the University. The love I have for this place only serves to help push myself forward in everything I do today and I will always have a place in my heart for the University, for helping me become who I am.

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MY Life

Confessions of a PERFECTIONIST WRITTEN BY AYLA BLOOM

Ayla is 20-years-old and is studying Screenwriting and Film Studies. Ayla decided to get involved with Student Life to share her experiences to help others and due to her passion for writing.

There is a great sense of inadequacy for the individual; constantly feeling as though they are not good enough, or that the success they have had is a fluke. I recognised the severity of my problem when it took me over a week to write a sentence in an essay. Or when I rewrote my screenplay five times in one day instead of going out with my friends. Often, the anxiety of failure is paramount to completing the task, leading to excessive amounts of time on a project. It might sound absurd, but it is a very real phenomenon.

We all know perfectionists; I am one of them. As I write this article, the tendencies are gnawing at me; rewriting, deleting, doubting. It’s a vicious cycle. There are many like me; Stanley Kubrick shot a take for The Shining over 127 times; F. Scott Fitzgerald redrafted his novels by unfathomable amounts; Beethoven rewrote entire sections of his symphonies. As these examples show, perfectionism can produce beautiful things, but it can be extremely debilitating. By psychologists, perfectionism is understood as a personality trait. Usually, it is a characteristic that derives from other mental disorders; depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and eating disorders. To society, perfectionism is associated with positive attributes; like a strong work-ethic, but enough can never simply be enough for a perfectionist. As you can imagine, dealing with perfectionism is extremely difficult in a University environment. For someone who • AUharder. GU ST 2017 aspires to be a writer, it22 is even

Since coming across this quote from the novelist John Steinbeck, I have attempted to change my mindset towards perfectionism “And now that you don’t have to be perfect, you can be good”.

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This outlines everything the perfectionist fears: perfection does not equate to positivity. By setting myself small targets, this has decreased my anxiety levels. Just by speaking to someone, breaking my work into manageable pieces, and allowing myself time to relax has been highly effective in reevaluating how I view perfection. Though I would not want to rid myself of my perfectionism, it can be dealt with in a WAT ERF RO N T L I FE healthy way.

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perfectionist WRITTEN BY CAROLE THAIN How often do you hear someone say that? Have you perhaps ever said it yourself? I know I have. It is really quite natural to want to please and do things well, we learn this behaviour from a very early age. Also perfectionism can sometimes seem like a positive trait so we may seek to try and achieve it. The reality though is that this may lead to putting ourselves under a lot of pressure, trying to please too many people and do absolutely everything to an impeccably high standard is almost often going to be impossible and may not be good for our mental or physical health over a long period of time. So the downside of seeking perfectionism is that this could lead to thoughts and behaviour that may actually prevent us achieving, and instead give us a

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sense of failure, low self-esteem and even make us feel stressed. At Suffolk Mind we always talk about the difference between stretch and stress. One of our key emotional needs that must be met to stay well is achievement: we need to feel that we are developing our skills and knowledge, even in small ways, to stretch ourselves. This is qualitatively different to stress. Whereas being stretched – challenged in ways that give us a sense of meaning and purpose in our lives – can help us to thrive and succeed, stress can leave us feeling uncomfortable and overwhelmed, and even feelings of being useless as we fail to achieve the almost impossible goals we set ourselves. There is absolutely nothing wrong with having high standards and having a sense of pride in ourselves and the work that we do. We do need to remember though that nobody can be perfect all the time or be the best at everything. We all make mistakes and get things wrong sometimes, we are human after all. Think also of all the positive qualities you have and celebrate the things you have achieved and that you are good at doing.

If you are keen to know more about taking care of your mental health and wellbeing you might like to join our Friends of Suffolk Mind network. It’s free and simple to join, all you have to do is take our pledge and commit to looking after your own mental wellbeing and help to promote the importance of this to others. For more information visit our website suffolkmind.org.uk AU GU ST 2017 • WAT ER F RO N T L I FE

MY Life

SUFFOLK’S NEEDS MET WRITTEN BY RICHARD STEWART

SUFFOLK’S NEEDS MET is a concept being delivered by charity Suffolk Mind and is all about giving Suffolk an understanding of what it means to be emotionally healthy, why it is important and how emotional health supports physical health. With an already blossoming, working relationship with Suffolk Mind, our editor attended a recent workshop. You may say that I am already a ‘convert’. I have a good understanding of emotional wellbeing, I am writing a book on adolescent mental health and I edit publications that are well-supported by Suffolk Mind. I am also a FRIEND of Suffolk Mind; having signed up ‘….to receive information, help and support to make my own mental health a priority, and create a life that meets my needs, and helps others meet theirs’. Regardless of the aforementioned, I was very keen to report back on my time at a recent 3-hour workshop, ably hosted by the informative and articulate Ezra Hewing, the Charity’s Head of Mental Health Education.

Emotion, Dreaming & Memory. Guided along the ‘mental health continuum’, Ezra encouraged us to explore a total of 20 areas that all linked back to a sketch of the brain, portrayed on a flip chart. We were introduced to the ‘Security Officer’, a personified section of our being that seems to want to control everything; from our fight or flight instinct to our dreams. Guided around our pictorial head by our talented host, we were all soon engaging from our seats and if one of the results of the workshop was to get people openly talking about mental health, then that box was well and truly ticked. Ezra’s desire to “De-professionalise mental health knowledge and to educate the population” apparently needs “partners to deliver this” and he seemed to end the session with 21 partners ready to step up to the challenge. For information on how to become a Friend of Suffolk Mind, please visit http:// www.suffolkmind.org.uk/friends.asp

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WATERFRONT Churches

OUR VICAR WRITTEN BY REV. TOM ROUT

Tom Rout is vicar of the Ipswich Waterfront Churches (St Helen’s, Holy Trinity and St Luke’s) and Anglican Chaplain to the University of Suffolk and Suffolk New College. He is married to Nicola and father of 3 young children. “It’s like Monaco!” I blurted down the phone. It was July 2014 and I was talking to my wife, trying to describe what lay before me as I walked from Stoke Bridge along the Waterfront marina area; with its interesting variety of bars and restaurants on the pavement to my left and the fine array of yachts and speedboats in the water to my right. I’d never been to Ipswich before and never imagined it was anything like this! As I approached the University’s waterfront building I said goodbye and put my phone away – I had an interview to concentrate on. The post? Vicar of 3 churches in the area surrounding the Waterfront and chaplain to the education quarter. We’ve been here two and a half years now (yes, I got the job…!) and feel very settled in Ipswich. We love the town, the people, the county, its countryside and coastline. How did we end up here? Well, after completing a curacy (a church word for ‘an assistant minister post’) in Leicestershire, I was on the look-out for my first ‘vicar job’. The post in Ipswich was unusual in that it

offered an opportunity to combine church ministry with ministry among students, something I had spent several years doing in London’s West End. So I applied without the faintest idea that Ipswich was an up and coming town; set for significant infrastructure investment and with a University on the brink of independence. What appealed most about this post was the opportunity to develop a vibrant Christian presence in a prominent and increasingly important part of a major UK town. The impression can sometimes be given that God is dead and the world has moved on after the funeral. The number of closed church buildings around Ipswich (now given to other uses) certainly point in that direction. My hope is that through the Waterfront churches and chaplaincy, we can give the people, businesses and institutions of the Waterfront area a sense that God is still very much present, and still a force for good in our Town.

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JOB BOARD STUDENT WRITER

REVIEWER/MYSTERY SHOPPER

If you’ve ever fancied yourself as the next big factual writer, then look no further. We are looking for talented writers to join our editorial team and cover topics as diverse as Physical, Sexual & Mental Health, Tech, Fashion & Travel. • Based remotely – home, Uni(!), halls • No customer facing work • Deadlines to meet! • Regular meetings with the Editor

We require help!! Due to new features being added in print & online, we need a reviewer/mystery shopper to attend local shows/productions and review them!!

The role does not carry a salary, but the successful applicant will be paid expenses and their name will be ‘in lights’! No experience is required, you just have to be an articulate writer. If you have a CV then great, if not – don’t worry!

SALES & MARKETING ASSISTANT We require help!! Due to our rapid growth, we need a sales & marketing assistant to help with identifying & contacting local businesses to develop strategic partnerships in all 3 of our brand publications. • Based remotely – home, Uni(!), halls • Regular meetings with the Editor • Administrative matters including data collection, data input and online research • Potential development to include face to face visits with potential supporters

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The role does not carry a basic salary, but the successful applicant will be paid monthly commission, based on increased income via new business partner engagement. No experience is required, you just have to be pro-active and confident! If you have a CV then great, if not – don’t worry!

• Based remotely – home, Uni(!), halls • No customer facing work • Report/review follow up • Regular meetings with the Editor

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The role does not carry a salary, but the successful applicant will be paid expenses and their name will be ‘in lights’! No experience is required, you just have to be an articulate writer and love going out! If you have a CV then great, if not – don’t worry!

SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER We require help!! Due to our rapid growth, we need a Sales & Business Development Officer to help with maintaining existing business relationships and identifying & contacting additional local businesses to develop strategic partnerships in all 3 of our brand publications. • Based remotely – home, Uni(!), halls • Regular meetings with the Editor • Administrative matters including data collection, data input and online research • Including face to face visits with existing and potential supporters

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The successful applicant will be paid a very reasonable monthly commission. No experience is required, you just have to be pro-active and confident! If you have a CV then great, if not – don’t worry!

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THE Saints ISSUE 06 • AUGUST 2017

Proud supporter of Cover photo by PAIGE ELLIS using an iPhone 7

THE Saints

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Saints DIRECTORY

1. ASSET & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 2. MARIANNA BOUTIQUE

33a St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF Never knowingly underdressed handpicked collections of clothing, footwear & accessories.

3. SPORT & LEISURE 4. ICE CREAM PARLOUR 5. MERCHANT HOUSE INTERIORS

11. APPLAUD COFFEE

19 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF Sisters Hannah and Beth serve an award winning espresso blend alongside guest single origin coffees. They also serve breakfast, lunch and home-baked cakes. Seating inside and outside in their courtyard garden.

27-29 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF 12. THE ITALIAN SHIRT SHOP An established, and much admired 17 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF shop offering stunning homewares, My absolute love of all things from pick-up pieces, to lighting, Italian makes having my own mirrors and furniture. Italian shirt shop a labour of love.

6. MAUD’S ATTIC

13. CAKE & CATWALK

7. THE HOUSE IN THE TOWN

14. FLORIST 15. PUB 16. ROSE HOUSE BUTCHERY

25 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF An eclectic mix of jewellery and gifts, furniture, lighting, and much much more.

23 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF 2 floors of striking homewares, with rooms dressed to be welcoming and imaginative.

8. LOVEONE

21 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF An alternative to the standard high street gift shops and with an ethos to showcase the very best designers and makers

9. TRAM RECORDS

21 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF Stocking a curated selection of contemporary releases from the finest independent labels in the world, providing a small sanctuary to browse and discover something new.

10. SUBTERRANEAN ARTS

21 St Peter’s Street. IP1 1XF contemporary art gallery, with a counter culture book & media emporium

15 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF Look fabulous for less; jewellery, bags, scarves & more

5-7 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF We’re all about celebrating fantastic British produce and traditional skills, with a passion for rare and native breeds.

17. ITALIAN BISTRO 18. HAIRDRESSER 19. HOTEL 20. ESTATE AGENT 21. ARTS & CRAFTS 22. PURITY–THE BEAUTY RETREAT

30 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XB Proud to have reached Guinot Crown Salon Status and awarded Guinot Finalist Salon of Excellence.

23. DENTIST 24. JENNY WREN’S YARNS

14 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF stocking a wide range of knitting and crochet yarns, patterns, kits, books and a range of accessories including a selection of buttons.

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25. BAREFOOT & GILLES 2 Cromwell Court, IP1 1XG We are a well-established firm of architects, designers and development consultants, with a business-minded practice and a positive, practical approach to architecture.

26. ITALIAN RESTAURANT 27. INDIAN RESTAURANT 28. HAIRDRESSER 29. SURVEYOR 30. RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT 31. ESTATE AGENT 32. TRAVEL AGENT 33. MUSIC STORE 34. IPSWICH MORTGAGE CENTRE 10-12 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TJ Helping our customers to achieve an affordable and ideal mortgage.

35. KWAN THAI

14 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TJ Our extensive and varied menus, together with exceptional customer service will provide you with an unrivalled dining experience!

36. ISOBELLA’S

16 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TJ If you want great clothes, have a “normal” woman’s figure & don’t want to pay through the nose your prayers have been answered.

37. DOORSTEPS

18 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TJ Family run sandwich bar and coffee shop serving locally roasted coffee and freshly made food.

38. SWEET SHOP 39. ART GALLERY 40. CROMWELLS–ANTIQUE STORE 24 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TS Experience the vintage items, collectables & furniture.

41. INSURANCE AGENT 42. OFFICES 43. ESTATE AGENT

44. HAIRDRESSER 45. DELICATESSEN 46. BEAUTY SALON 47. WINE BAR 48. ITALIAN RESTAURANT 49. INDIAN RESTAURANT 50. CHINESE RESTAURANT 51. AT TWENTY5 25 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TW European/British restaurant, serving lunch & dinner

52. TRAVELQUEST

27-29 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TW Staff have experienced some of the best resorts and destinations the world has to offer.

53. WINDOW TREATMENT 54. K BAR & GRILL 33-37 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TW Burger heaven! Serving the best burgers around since 2011

55. WOMEN’S CLOTHING 56. BEAUTY SALON 57. ANTONIO GIOVANNI 45 St.Nicholas Street, IP1 1TW Gents grooming salon offering traditional Barbering and Wet Shaving. Appointments and walk in service available.

58. TRAVEL CLINIC 59. REAL ESTATE DEVELOPER 60. HAIRDRESSER 61. COFFEE SHOP 62. TRAINING & BUSINESS ADVICE 63. JOB CENTRE 64. NURSING AGENCY 65. DOUBLE S DESIGN 11 Arcade Street, Ipswich IP1 1EX Digital Design Agency creating websites that stand out, get noticed and win customers. Confident, professional logo design that captures your brand.

65. POLITICAL PARTY HQ 66. SOCIAL CLUB 67. ARMY CAREERS

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DATE NIGHT WRITTEN BY RICHARD STEWART

Following our latest Facebook competition, a couple were drawn at random - from 100’s of entries - as winners of a pampering afternoon/ evening. David & Claire met our editor at lunchtime for their first experience and we shadowed them during their time, preparing for DATE NIGHT… Having not yet met our winners face to face, I sat them down in the tranquil surroundings of FLAWLESS IMAGE BEAUTY in Fore Street and grabbed 2 minutes ‘pre-massage’, delving in to their background. Claire had seen a competition comment on our Facebook page and had followed the simple task of entering. David had then followed suit, having already seen our magazines in various venues in the Area. “I think it’s a brilliant thing. It’s 32 • AUGUST 2017 •

good to get the word out there and promote community” said David, almost scripted by me! Celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary this year and with 5 year old son Jonathan in grandparenting childcare, Claire & David seemed perfect winners; additionally having spent their wedding night at the Salthouse – a venue that we would be visiting during our pamper day. Quick interview completed, it was time for me to leave this engaging couple to their first treat – a 1 hour double massage… Time for the post-massage comments and David was first; not ever having had the experience before. “I thought I’d be bored!” he admitted “….but it was unbelievably different from what I thought it would be” continued David “I thoroughly enjoyed it and it won’t be my last at Flawless”. Claire had pampered herself with massages before, but even so was quick to add that the Flawless experience was “absolutely amazing ME TIME”. “Flawless were flawless” agreed Claire & David……and there we had the visit’s tagline! Relaxed and already thoroughly enjoying their win, our next destination was ANTONIO GIOVANNI’S in St Nicholas Street, where we dropped David off into the capable hands of salon owner Stefano, for his gents cut. Duly dispatched, we drove round the corner to ANTONIO GIOVANNI’S second Ipswich salon in Friars Street, where I dropped Claire off to her senior stylist. Just under 2 hours later, David & I met Claire back at the Friars Street salon for the second debrief. Claire was first to effervesce. WAT ERF RO N T L I FE

“Very nice….really enjoyed being pampered again” said Claire. “It’s always nice to have someone else do your hair” explained Claire. “Especially when the stylist is chatty. Plus, I loved my goody bag!”. I had to enquire further and Claire helped out. “I was given a ‘new client’ goody bag, which contained a mini hairspray, hair oil, shampoo & conditioner, treatment and a 20% discount voucher for my next cut” added a visibly delighted Claire. What a nice touch by the salon. David was next with his thoughts. “I loved the atmosphere in the salon”. “I told Stefano that

I would definitely return”. “Stefano was very approachable, chatty and made you feel like you’d been going there for years”. So, relaxed by way of massage and sporting new lock looks, I dropped the happy couple back home and bid farewell for a couple of hours, to meet again for pre-dinner drinks. We met up again at the SALTHOUSE HARBOUR HOTEL at 7pm and I left the ‘dressed to impress’ couple to start their actual date night with a glass or two, prior to their short taxi ride around the marina to dinner.

“We reminisced about our wedding day and arriving back to the Salthouse after our wedding. The staff were, as always, polite & friendly and provided that personal touch - it was lovely. David then told me he had booked us in to the Salthouse for our anniversary in November and he thought that tonight was the best time to tell me, as it had been planned for a while” said Claire. “We were then taxied round to THE LAST ANCHOR and the driver was very friendly. The restaurant was very nice, with friendly staff and nothing being too much trouble for them. We had mixed olives, breads and oils to start. David had baked cod on a bed of mash potato and king prawns in a tomato sauce. I had the filet of beef in peppercorn sauce, mushrooms and chips. Then we had a sharing platter of desserts – it was all lovely. We thoroughly enjoyed Date Night. Thank you very much to Waterfront Life for such a relaxing day and an amazing experience. It’s what we both needed”. - DAVID & CLAIRE

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THE Saints

WINDOW SHOPPING WRITTEN BY CATHY FROST

Cathy Frost is the owner of Love One in St Peter’s Street, one of Ipswich’s most unique gift shops. Cathy is also the Coordinator of The Saints Traders Group. A retailer’s window is one of the most important tools in its marketing kit. It is a window into the world of that shop; the first thing the public get to see of your business. Therefore, it needs to make a good impression. I can still remember the amazing window displays I saw as a child in London at Hamley’s, Liberty’s and Fortnum’s. In the highly competitive world of retail, your shop window is a great place to showcase your products, create a narrative, sell your story. An attractive or quirky window display will spark a comment, attract the eye of a passer-by, or draw in a windowshopper. Once inside, it’s important that the customer feels welcomed, so keep the momentum going and build on the hard work that the window has done to tempt them in. The window should only be the start of the retail experience. On the Saints, we have a number of great independent shops and very many of them spend a great deal of time creating a unique display…. it is an art form. However, I have

made some mistakes over the 10 years I have been in retail and learnt; never put wax candles in the window on a warm day and never chocolate! After 10 years in the business, I now understand why you can go to college to learn to window dress. There is a real art to getting it right; height, shape, colour, theme, tone and season. On a winter trip to New York a few years ago, I can still remember the thrill of standing outside Macy’s, being covered in fake snow. It certainly worked for me. I’m not sure the Saints traders can stretch to those lengths at Christmas, but we do take a lot of time and care over our windows. Next time you find yourself in the Saints, take the time to window shop and linger a little longer…..you might see something to tempt you in.

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WATERFRONT Counsel

It’s

MARITIME TIME! WRITTEN BY LIZ HARSANT

Liz Harsant was elected Councillor in 2002 to represent Holywells Ward and in 2004 became Leader of Ipswich Borough Council, in a joint administration (Conservatives /Lib Dems) for 6½ years. Amongst other things, community spirit is one of the reasons that Liz writes for Waterfront Life. The Maritime Festival was first introduced in 2010 and since then the Festival has gone from strength to strength; attracting in excess of 70,000 visitors. It is organised by Ipswich Borough Council in partnership with ABP, Ipswich Maritime Trust, local organisations and businesses and this year runs from Saturday 19 to Sunday 20th of August. It is located throughout the Waterfront including the island site, stretches along the North & East Quays and concludes with a wonderful firework display on the Sunday evening. This year the Festival is based on a Viking theme, re-enacting the recapture of Ipswich from the Vikings 1100 years ago in 917AD. It will bring two days filled with music, a variety of vessels, street food, fairground rides, Punch & Judy and a range of stalls and childrens’ activities. There will also be live

music performances, a bar area and fire performers. Since the start of the Festival in 2010, I have heard very few complaints from the residents that live in and around the Waterfront - in fact they say they love it. Initially there were issues with rubbish not being cleared quickly enough after the event, but that is now well planned and not seen any more as a problem. It would be unusual if Councillors did not receive complaints about traffic and parking, but there are many car parks around this area and excellent bus services into Town. It really isn’t far to walk from the town centre and this allows you to see the lovely St Peter’s Street and St Nicholas Street (The Saints) as you walk down to the Waterfront. Ipswich is a wonderful town and this Maritime Festival is even more reason to come and visit and enjoy all that our Town has to offer.

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MYSTERY SHOP REPORT

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FELT LIKE A KID IN A SWEET SHOP” VENUE i SCREAM, ST PETER’S STREET TIMING WEEKDAY AFTERNOON

Located in The Saints and offering a takeaway ice cream menu, i Scream has been trading since 1999. But just how special is the specialist dessert venue…..our mystery diner – Claire – went to find out. FIRST IMPRESSIONS The venue is fairly unassuming and with its canopy and hanging banner signage, seems more akin to a promenade than an artisan shopping street. Thankfully, the door was open so that I could see an enticing interior, which was just as well, as the main window was sign-written in such a way that makes it impossible to see in. SCORE 3/5 AMBIENCE & GREETING The interior makes up for the above. I instantly felt like a kid in a sweet shop, such was the array of displays and cleverly presented menu boards. I was immediately and warmly greeted by the young lady behind the counter. SCORE 5/5

SERVICE The young lady was very helpful & customer focused and offered to guide me through the menus. She was chatty throughout and seemed genuine in all aspects of her service. SCORE 5/5 MENU Although there are menu boards throughout the shop, the ice cream itself didn’t need any introduction! The different flavours are all clearly marked and the containers are well stocked and enticing. I counted 29 choices and these along with the large variety of toppings, sauces etc should please every palate. SCORE 5/5 PRODUCT I opted for the two-scoop bowl, aided by my hostess’ advice. I decided on a salted caramel & dark chocolate combo, with a marshmallow base and a chocolate sauce & chopped nut topping. The ice cream was excellent and the base & toppings were a major addition and not a distraction or makeweight, like in some outlets. SCORE 5/5

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TOILETS Having asked if I could use the toilet, I was told that there wasn’t one available to the public. However, I sensed some hesitancy and I get the impression that if you are a paying customer with a young child or similar, then that rule may be relaxed. It was a little disappointing that it wasn’t relaxed upon my request. SCORE 3/5 STANDARDS & DÉCOR The venue is much more welcoming on the inside than the outside and that goes for the décor as well. There’s not too much wrong externally, but the owner(s) should be advertising the product much more efficiently via the relatively large window area on offer. SCORE 3.5/5

i Scream is indeed a specialist ice cream parlour, with a huge choice, a very attentive member of staff and a delightful interior feel. I paid £3.75 for my choice and the portion was large, delicious, well put together and well presented. Even on a dull, uninspiring day weather-wise, I was left feeling very summery.

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4.2/5

WATERFRONT History

ALL ABOUT…

SUFFOLK RECORD OFFICE and THE HOLD WRITTEN BY AMY RUSHTON

Pilot activities are testing new ways to inspire people to explore the archives. These are very exciting times indeed for Suffolk Record Office. Our Heritage Lottery Fund-supported project to develop ‘The Hold’ is taking shape, and this summer we are also trying out some new events and activities to get people interested in Suffolk’s unique archival collections. For example, it’s not very often that I hear raucous laughter coming from the Education Room of our Bury branch – yet this is what I heard the other evening! The culprits were a group of young students, who were looking at material in the archives relating to that famous Suffolk tale: the Red Barn Murder.

Working with theatre group ‘Bring Out Your Dead Productions’ (who specialise in youth theatre) and guided by one of our fabulous archivists (Victoria Savoulidis) the students were looking at the press cuttings, etchings, drawings etc. pertaining to this murder case, which caused such a stir. By researching from original, contemporary material, the students will breathe life into their characters – as they are writing and performing a play based on their research! In this way, the students are learning what terrific stories lie hidden in Suffolk’s archives, and will share that knowledge with their audiences. The play will be performed at three locations in August (performances start at 7pm): • Thursday, August 10th – Moyses Hall, Bury St Edmunds • Friday, August 11th – Quay Place, Ipswich • Saturday, August 12th, Polstead Village Hall (Polstead being the site of the murder) Tickets – which are free – will be available to book through BOYD’s website (www. bringoutyourdeadproductions.com). Using drama to connect people with heritage – specifically archives – is not a new concept (our friends in theatre companies such as the Eastern Angles and the Red Rose Chain often use the archives for inspiration), but this is the first time we have tried to engage young people in such a way, with BOYD’s help. We hope you can make it to one of the performances!

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Associated with the play, we are also trialling a small, touring exhibition on the same ‘Red Barn Murder’ theme. Called ‘Moles, Cherries and Murder’, the small, interactive exhibit will be at the following locations on the following dates: • July 31st to August 5th = Newmarket Library • August 7th to 11th = John Peel Centre, Stowmarket • August 12th and 13th = Stowmarket Library • August 14th to 20th = Haverhill Arts Centre • August 21st to 26th = Lowestoft Marina Theatre • August 27th = Ipswich Multicultural Festival When ‘The Hold’ is operational, it will contain a special exhibitions room – we plan to tour small versions of The Hold’s main shows around the county, so this pilot will help us figure out what works and what doesn’t.

BOYD and the students at work

A NOTE ABOUT THE RED BARN MURDER:

In 1827 Maria Marten fell in love with the local village scoundrel, William Corder. When he asked her to elope and marry him she agreed, and went to meet him in secret at the Red Barn. She was never seen alive again. Her body was discovered buried in the Red Barn after her mother dreamt of her whereabouts. The story of the ‘Red Barn Murder’ in 1827, is still remembered today probably due to the grisly end of her murderer, William Corder. After he was convicted he was hung at Bury Gaol, his body dissected and put on public view, and his death mask also exists. An account of the trial was bound with a piece of Corder’s pickled skin.

William Corder’s Skeleton

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