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

ISSUE 11 • OCTOBER 2017

Lifestyle Magazine for Ipswich Residents, Businesses and Visitors

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WATERFRONT Life

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It amazes me just how much some local ‘commentators’ only concentrate on the negative aspects of life on the Waterfront. These ‘reporters’ work and volunteer for a variety of outlets; some large, some very small, but they need to remember their training in ‘balance’. Yes…the start date for work on the Winerack may have been pushed back again, yes…the rough sleeper problem isn’t going away anytime soon and yes… some instances of anti-social behaviour occur in the area – “shock & horror and hold the front page”; we live in a vibrant community which is a hub of resident & visitor activity……we are going to get a few problems. But how about this….try some balanced reporting and let me give you some starter headlines to write under: “£20m worth of investment secured for Waterfront landmark.” “Local charities working harder than ever to offer alternatives to sleeping rough.” “Influx of younger demographic boosts Area’s profile & income” It’s far too clichéd to state that only bad news sells. Good news, written well - sells as well you know. 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 ..................................................................................7 STUDENT LIFE Featured Magazine ...............................................................................13-26 THE SAINTS Featured Magazine .....................................................................................27-32 WATERFRONT LEGAL Separating In A Less Painful Way ...........................................33 MYSTERY SHOP REPORT 92 Noodle Bar ..............................................................34-35 DIRECTORY Featured Partners .......................................................................................45-48 2 • OC TOBER 2017 • WAT ER F RO N T L I FE

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WORTH THE WAIT WRITTEN BY SAMANTHA KIRK As suggested in previous Waterfront Life articles, timing for the Winerack is something that has proven difficult to determine. Due to the nature and complexities of the many contracts and the sheer amount of external companies involved to develop and complete the building, each tiny step of progress is essential to form the bigger and overall picture. Each one of these steps is not to be underestimated. The detailing and efforts by everyone involved is not something that can be fast-tracked. With the innovative structure of the funding to enable the scheme to get up on its feet, every aspect of the development has to be scrutinised and the knock-on effect of this means that we all have to have a little more patience for a little more time. This said, as reported in the past, the development will happen and developer John Howard from Ipswich Wharf Developments which has been spearheading the project, said: “We are in the final stages of agreeing contracts with the builder and they should be signed imminently with a view to still getting under way in January 2018, as initially predicted. It has been a long time coming, and we have all worked very hard to bring the project to life.

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“A bit more patience is required but we are getting very close.” In the interim and prior to the official launch, those with an appetite for Waterfront life can register their interest in the Winerack apartments by visiting

www.thewinerackapartments.com and completing the contact form. All email addresses and enquiries will be captured and added to a database and once the scheme goes live, all those who have expressed intrigue will be contacted individually and given the opportunity to peruse the plans and development details. Those wishing to buy off-plan to ensure they secure the apartment of their choice, can do so by reserving with a reservation fee to take the apartment off the market and exchange contacts within a stipulated timeframe. Legal completion will be as soon as the apartment has received the necessary sign-offs, including building regulation certification. Look out for details of where and when you can find the Winerack sales office open and when the brochure will be available, in the next issue.

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Waterfront OUR PORT

WRITTEN BY RICHARD STEWART

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF... 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 features our editor spends a DAY in the LIFE of ABP’s Harbour Master – Cpt. Jerry Coleman. 56 year old Captain Coleman is a font of knowledge; from the legal clearance height under the Orwell Bridge (43.07 metres if you’re asking), to knowing every single acronym in the maritime world (HHA, MCA, MMO, UKD, PPE, ONS….the list seemed endless). Our time together was eye-opening; as the father of two enthused about his role at the heart of ABP’s port operations and his life ‘on the water’. From Deck Cadet in the Merchant Navy through 10 years of study & sea-time to attain his Masters Certificate, Jerry graduated in 1988 and took his first command in 1991 on car carriers on the North Sea. Finishing his sea career with P&O in Felixstowe, Jerry initially joined ABP in January 2007 as Deputy Harbour Master, earning promotion to his existing role in 2009. “The job has changed dramatically in my ten years” explained Jerry “It’s very fast paced these days, with continuous improvements being made, which I have to train in to my team of ten staff plus ten boatman”. Jerry is also heavily involved in ABP’s national Marine Apprenticeship Scheme, with one of

the trainees being based at the Port. ABP controls over 9 miles of water; stretching from Stoke Bridge to the Trimley marshes, but is most visual locally through its clean-up operation. Every other Tuesday, the ‘floating rubbish basket’ is deployed and many bin bags are filled with accumulated rubbish; ensuring that our Marinas are kept as clean & attractive as possible. Jerry finishes our time together by telling me that The River Orwell is second only to the River Dart in the UK ‘beautiful river’ listings and I have learnt from our time together that this particular Captain takes the part that he plays in this status, very seriously indeed.

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THE VIEW FROM THE

SALTHOUSE From Idea to Plate WRITTEN BY RICHARD STEWART

A Head Chef has to be many things to his or her audience; a vital one is knowing how to transform an idea for a new dish onto the diner’s plate. Here our editor discusses with the Salthouse’s main man in the kitchen – Chris McQuitty – how to pass the various tests that lie along the way: Chris is a man who normally lets his food do the talking, but I was able to prise him away from his culinary office just long enough to chat about his latest creation which is about to grace the Hotel’s Eaterie menu… “Ideas always start by looking at what’s in season” explains Chris. The Head Chef’s new dish is inspired by the proximity of the sea

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at Felixstowe and his friendship with local fisherman James. ‘Fish & Chips’ might seem an easy menu option for any chef, but it’s about consistency for this gifted, young cook. Steak & chips and fish & chips are two of the choices that diners expect to see on any given menu, so how does Chris do absolute justice to a dish that can be found ‘anywhere’. “A quality piece of cod allows me to do the least to it” says Chris. “When cod that was landed only the day before leaves my kitchen after minimal but careful attention, there’s no better feeling”. Following an in-house tasting session with his sous chefs, Chris will be joined by Hotel owner Robert Gough, Operations Director Lynn & Hotel GM Diogo. After that, a full colleague tasting session will be undertaken, to ensure that all servers can get excited themselves about the invention and equally as importantly, be able to competently explain the dish to the diner.

So, back to the subject dish…..I was invited back a week after the interview to get involved in an exclusive Waterfront Life taste test. I discovered a carefully crafted plate of cod and fried potato spaghetti, along with a nod to tartare sauce in the form of tempura battered, caper berries. A very autumnal looking pea puree, together with garden peas and a parsley mash complemented my host’s artists’ palette. Chris had excelled himself with appearance & taste and another fantastic dish is transformed from a superior culinary toFaRO waiting OC TOBER 2017 • mind WAT ER N T L Ipublic. FE

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ISSUE 09 • OCTOBER 2017

Lifestyle Magazine for the Students of Ipswich

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STUDENT Life

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Hopefully by now you are settled back into school, college, sixth form or University and you are excited about the year ahead! It’s been great to meet with so many new students at the University of Suffolk as well as see many familiar faces. There’s an exciting buzz around Ipswich! During Freshers’ week, Student Life attended the Student Union’s Freshers Fair and had the opportunity to engage with students about the magazine and writing opportunities. I’m really excited to welcome new writers on board! In other news, we’ve recently launched our very own Snapchat account! Search: studentlifesc – give us a follow to keep updated! Best wishes, Rachel Gilbey Co-editor

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STUDENT STYLE Fashion ............................................................................................................... 15 AUTUMN IS UPON US Trans-Seasonal Fashion Tips ...............................................16-17 MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Real Stories Of The First Visit To A GP .....................20-25 IPSWICH CHURCHES Three Choices For The Community ............................................26

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STUDENT Style

FASHION WRITTEN BY ROSIE MAY

Rosie is 18 years old and a former student at Kesgrave High School’s 6th Form. Rosie wanted to stay involved with Student Life, as she had been part of the first steering groups. Changing up from a summer wardrobe to a winter wardrobe can turn out to be pricey, especially on a student budget. There are many ways in which we can keep our summer clothes, but make them suitable for the winter season without having to completely purchase a whole new wardrobe. One trick that I frequently use towards the winter season is adding to summer outfits! Dresses, skirts, playsuits and shorts can all be turned into perfect winter outfits with a pair of tights and a jacket. If the winter season is even colder, I often opt for very thick tights and a pair of knee-high boots to keep my legs a little warmer. Another similar idea I love is with ripped jeans. Ripped jeans are a staple in my wardrobe all year round, however in the winter they can make my legs quite chilly. To fix this, I often pair them with some patterned tights underneath to look fashionable and keep warm! Adding long sleeve tops to outfits can turn just about any summery piece into a winter favourite. For example, adding a plain white long sleeved top to a plain black cami slip dress from the summer, can instantly

become a winter must-have. It looks fashionable, and adding some tights or knee high socks and Chelsea boots to it will give the perfect winter look. Lastly, choosing what time of year to purchase the next season’s clothes is essential when looking to save money. Many online shops and high street stores will have end-of-season sales. This is to get rid of summer stock and grab more attention to their website when the winter items start flooding in. Even though these sites are selling off their unwanted summer stock, there will still be winter items that you can purchase whilst making the most of the discount. For example; jeans, jackets, leggings and even jumpers. These will all still be available, and will be a lot cheaper than if you were looking to buy them in the later months!

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WITH FASHION EXPERT PAM DAVIS

AUTUMN IS UPON US The Fashionista term is Trans-Seasonal Dressing How do we tackle the cross-over from your Summer wardrobe to Autumn fashion? Trans-seasonal pieces are building blocks for the season ahead, the solid foundations for our everyday wardrobes. Transitioning into Autumn is always a thrill for us fashion girls. There’s a fresh crop of trends to shop and a bunch of new styling hacks we’ve pinned and are waiting to try. But, those days that see all four seasons in one, while we wait for the ultimate change in temperature, make getting dressed in the morning a nightmare. It’s too hot for a turtleneck but our dresses, skirts and shirts alone don’t provide enough coverage. There are a handful of pieces however, that make mastering the move into the cooler months much easier. Some you probably own already, some you may not.

WHAT ON EARTH DOES IT MEAN? AND HOW DO I DO IT? Tran-seasonal dressing is the shift from Summer towards Winter and back to Summer again. With the change in season, so your wardrobe must also adjust. However, the good news is that you don’t need an entirely new wardrobe every season. It’s all about learning how to get more bang for your buck with your current wardrobe. It’s about learning how to layer, which isn’t as difficult as you may think. It’s when you start to use staple wardrobe items to create style and warmth. Also when you add a lightweight jacket or change from light cotton cardigans to woollen versions and add a scarf, or when you change from sandals to shoes, boots and loafers. THE RULES There are a few general rules to follow if you want to get more wear out of your wardrobe, all the while maintaining your sense of style. Here are a few of my top tips for staying stylish at the turn of the season:

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COVER UP IN WINTER

If it’s cool enough for you to start covering up on top, then it’s also time to cover those tootsies. Nothing looks worse than sandals in the Winter. GET TO KNOW YOUR FABRICS

Whenever possible, look for natural fibres. They add a touch of quality and class to any wardrobe. Look for cotton, silk, linen, or wool. Just a touch of elastane is plenty to add movement and stretch, but wherever possible avoid polyesters and acrylics (you don’t want to wear plastic!). UNDERSTAND COLOUR

Ever noticed how dark it gets in Winter? And that’s not just because of our distance from the sun! Fashion colours also tend to darken in Winter. Why is that? Surely we could brighten up a little to lift ourselves out of the darker, colder weather. LEARN TO LAYER

It’s easily the most useful styling technique you’ll ever learn. It means you can still wear that Summer frock well into Autumn because you know what type of cardigan will work over it, or a tee could be worn under it. Try adding leggings under skirts, tunics and dresses as the weather cools.

NAILING THE LAYERED LOOK WITH CONFIDENCE:

There are tricks to layering that give you confidence and immediate style. Think proportion and balance. With layering you can instantly transform your Summer outfit for Autumn and Spring by adding or peeling off layers as the weather changes. ACCESSORIES

Colour can be an accessory too! Shoes, bags, belts, scarves can have much more impact. Remember, less is more. Using colour as an accessory can really bring your outfit to life. Pick a colour and repeat it twice. It can be the colour of a shoe, bag, belt, scarf, or tee-shirts. By repeating it twice you look put together, not thrown together! The options are endless and you’ll be wearing so much more of your wardrobe season in and season out! Be confident and embrace Autumn – it’s here for a few months! Pam x

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MY Life

A BET TER STATE OF MIND The following article is written by a local Sixth Form student, who wanted to get involved with Student Life to try and help fellow students who are experiencing similar situations. It can be very difficult being a teenager and young adult in the 21st century, especially with the amount of academic and social pressures experienced today. So, here I have my top 4 tips for a better state of mind 1.EXERCISE – I suppose you’ve heard this one countless times but it really does benefit your mental wellbeing. It can be hard even to leave the house at times but once you do just that you will already feel a lot better. The effects of exercise on mental health have been scientifically proven – while exercising, your body releases a lot of endorphins which is our ‘feel-good’ chemical, resulting in a naturally better mood after exercise. 2. GRATITUDE – From my own experience, practising gratitude is a VERY helpful technique when trying to deal with your mental state. What really helps me, and a lot of people in fact, is to, in the morning - or at the end of the day - thinking about

all the things you are grateful for in your life. Perhaps write it down for a reminder throughout the day. It could be as simple as how nice the weather is, or how you’re grateful for all the people in your life. This method can really aid your happiness. 3. GO OUTDOORS – This sounds like a really simple concept, and it is. Nature and the outdoors really do boost your mental health. A study has shown that when going to the woods or just being amongst nature such as trees, heart rate and the levels of cortisol (the stress hormone) decreases. Some therapists actually use walks in the forest (forest therapy) to help treat various depressive disorders – obviously being a successful way to treat patients. 4. NEGATIVE PEOPLE – You may have some negative people/friends in your life which can be harmful to your state of mind. Maybe you can’t immediately identify these individuals but just try to think about whether they are genuinely good friends, or whether they seem to be blocking your happiness. They could always be criticising what you do/say or perhaps they get angry at you a lot. Whichever the situation, it’s very important that you try to cut these ‘friends’ out of your life. This could be by restricting your contact with them and seeking out more positive acquaintances.

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Exercise, Gratitude, Fresh Air & Negative People WRITTEN BY CAROLE THAIN There is often a feeling of sadness as we come to the end of the summer season and are faced with less sunshine and fewer daylight hours. In the main, we feel more cheerful when the sun is shining and perhaps even more energetic. During winter, it is often tempting to eat and sleep more and even socialise less and this is quite natural. For people that are affected by seasonal affective disorder; feelings of low mood and other symptoms can be quite severe. So how can we protect our wellbeing at this time of the year? Someone recently commented that there were no windows in an office that they had once worked in, this makes it even more important in winter to get outside to experience some natural light in the day. In Ipswich, the garden at Quay Place is a beautiful space just to come and sit and relax on a bright autumn day. Perhaps

take a proper break one lunchtime and come and discover a little haven in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the busy Waterfront area. You could even volunteer and help to keep the garden looking at its best if you enjoy being more active. We know that exercise, whatever form that may take, is good for us. Gardeners will tell you being outside in the fresh air is great for your physical and mental wellbeing – at Suffolk Mind we call this Ecotherapy. Our allotment projects offer the opportunity to be out in the fresh air and have some exercise; whether it’s gentle weeding, or potting, or digging over the plot, and there is even an opportunity to socialise and feel part of a team - all working together to achieve something that so many others can enjoy. Autumn and Winter can have much to offer with lots to look forward to. If you know someone who is affected by the change of the seasons and is, perhaps, more irritable, more negative and less interested in doing things, it can be difficult to know what to do to support them. Patience, kindness and just being there can help; also being sensitive about not making too many demands on them. Having a life that works is good for our wellbeing all year round, but at this time of the year, we may need to look after ourselves a little bit more. So be kind to yourself as well as to others. For more info about having a life that works visit suffolkmind.org.uk

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The following stories all recount the authors’ experiences of seeing their GP for the first time, to discuss a mental health issue. The stories range from almost 30 years ago, to current day...

“I CAN RULE OUT CANCER!” WRITTEN BY LOCAL AUTHOR JON STEVENSON Cancer! I hadn’t even contemplated that I might have cancer and trust me, I was worrying about everything in April 1990. I had been suffering with a mixture of episodes of major panic, irrational thoughts & fears and carrying out repeated actions, since I could remember and particularly since I was 13 years old. I was now 22 and had decided, after a huge amount of agonising and of course, dealing with major related anxiety, that I would call my doctor and for the first time, speak to an independent person - a professional – about my mental health. 27 years ago, I couldn’t bring myself to say the actual word mental for fear that by verbalising it, I was somehow giving credence to my thoughts surrounding the imminent appearance of men in white coats. This was not aided by the media of the time and nor by filmmakers’ portrayal of anything to do with mental health. So, sitting in the waiting room, my OCD

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ensuring that I re-read all of the wall posters, I did what was expected of me and ‘waited’. Out came the doctor – no fancy LCD displays or bleeps in 1990 – and I sat down in his room and explained just how long I had been feeling the way that I did. I remember 2 main parts of this meeting; my GP’s blank expression as I tried, unsuccessfully, to unburden myself and his initial surmise that I had been suffering too long for my symptoms to be cancer related. To this day, I am still unsure as to which of my symptoms may have sparked fear into Doc, had I been suffering for say a year!? My 10-minute time allocation finished with an almost complete lack of medical understanding and a casual referral to a self-help group which met to “meditate” at a local sports centre. I attended the sports centre once, before returning to my own self-help journey. A decision which was right at the time… but oh how I wish that the professionals & understanding available now, were available then.

“IT HAD BECOME ALMOST OUT OF CONTROL” WRITTEN BY LEANNE ARNOLD

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. .. P G R U O Y G & VISITIN Student life as she believes it is a great platform for creating mental health awareness. It was December 2015 and as I picked the phone up to ring the doctors I felt ok, it wasn’t real yet was it? To be honest I think I kind of categorised my emotions as insignificant as I knew I had that “safetynet” of not having to actually turn up to the appointment. I had just rung the doctors to book an appointment with my GP for feelings of sickness, dizziness, and disassociation; my personal manifestation of anxiety. I had been experiencing this for several weeks now and had decided that I really should address the situation. Honestly? It had become almost out of control. As I was making my way to the GP I still had this blasé attitude about the appointment, I guess I was still feeling in control. However, as I approached the entrance to the building I began to feel a slight prick of the already felt nausea. Waiting. Yes, waiting. On reflection, this was possibly one of the hardest parts, sitting with all these silly thoughts racing through your head. Gosh, if I had sat there much longer I probably would have convinced and diagnosed myself with a nasty disease. My palms had begun to perspire and the nausea increased, I was starting to feel quite nervous about the whole situation. “Leanne Arnold”. Well, there it is, they have called my name now; I guess there is no

going back. Once seated in the doctors’ room, and after the initial introductions, the doctor asked me what he could help with. At first, I felt a bit daft, ‘oh maybe I just have a bug, I’m probably overreacting’. But once I had started to offer the doctor insights into the rationale for the appointment the conversation began to flow smoothly. The doctor asked me questions which allowed me to explain in-depth how I had been feeling, he asked me how things had been besides this, and, actually made me feel at ease. Heck, once I had started I couldn’t stop, all the different little issues and struggles rolling off my tongue as if I was speaking to myself in the mirror. It felt good, you know. It felt great to get off my chest all the worries, issues, struggles, and little things that had been niggling at me for so long. Once I had finally stopped for breath and the doctor was able to interject he relayed what I had said as in confirmation, you know, to make sure he had understood everything correctly. Then we were able to discuss the different options available to me. The doctor explained that he thought I was suffering from anxiety, and for this I was able to do a few things. One was a referral to the practice’s mental health nurse, and the other was signposting to a fantastic self-help website. The doctor made the appointment to see the mental health nurse the following week and jotted down the website and wished me a good day. Walking home I already felt slightly (CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...)

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reassured that I hadn’t imagined the way I had been feeling. The doctor had listened, evaluated, understood, and offered me a diagnosis. I had also left with a plan of action in place, the self-help website proved extremely useful, and is something which I still use to this day!

help you usually feel a lot more reassured, and usually are offered signposting to the right support for you. For me, I can truly say that the GP appointment was life changing. Once you tackle that first obstacle, the difficulty does subside. Oh and remember, it is ok to feel unwell, and you will start to feel better soon!

The following articles are written by Sixth Form students, who wanted to get involved with Student Life to try and help fellow students who are experiencing similar situations.

Once I had seen the mental health nurse, I left feeling even more satisfied and, you’ll be glad to hear, a lot less anxious! It took time, effort, and dedication, but working alongside the mental health nurse and investing time into the selfhelp techniques, I slowly began to feel less anxious and more confident in different situations.

“ADDED TO THE WAITING LIST”

I, one hundred percent, found that by accessing the GP I benefitted. The service I received was fantastic and I was understood and valued. I finally stopped feeling silly. I was unwell, and that was ok, and the doctor and mental health nurse helped me through it. Although that initial action may prove difficult, or if you’re like me, attending the appointment and opening up may be difficult. But once you allow yourself to reach out for advice and

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Getting help for the first time is one of the most important, but nerve-racking, things to do. So many emotions can be experienced as sometimes, it’s the first time you’ve ever shared what’s been on your mind to someone. But, tackling problems earlier on can help prevent issues from escalating at a later date. There are several ways to seek help if you are suffering from mental health issues, such as, charities like Suffolk Mind or 4YP, counsellors or several helplines. Another way is going to your local GP, which is perhaps the one that sounds the most

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daunting to some people. I myself sought help through a doctor when I was 16. On the build-up to the appointment I did feel very nervous but I tried to tell myself that it was an important step to take and would lead to me eventually getting better. I also felt a hint of embarrassment talking about how I felt, especially how there is still (wrongly) a stigma around mental health. This is quite a common feeling and I felt this way because of how there wasn’t a particular trigger to my anxiety/depression, it just manifested itself suddenly and because there wasn’t an actual reason, I felt like what I was feeling was silly/wrong. However, it definitely isn’t and there can be many reasons as to why anyone suffers from mental health problems, sometimes it’s biological. The experience talking to the doctor itself wasn’t bad, he was in fact very understanding and I didn’t feel judged at all. He started with a kind of initial assessment, asking about my mood/ thoughts, my sleeping patterns and asked to me to complete a questionnaire which was depression/anxiety based. However, the outcome wasn’t completely what I had hoped for. My doctor said the waiting list to see a psychiatrist/counsellor (on the NHS) would be around 6 months, even if he referred me straight away; as so many people were in the same boat as me (which is something to keep in mind if you are ever feeling alone with your mental health). That was simply too long, and he suggested to go to a private counsellor, which I did, but

of course is not always an ideal situation for people with financial difficulties. After having counselling for a few months, I returned to the doctor in the hope of getting help from a psychiatrist. Unfortunately, a very similar response was given, so I ended up going to a private psychiatrist. Again, it was quite expensive but they did offer the help I really needed in order to progress. If you are in fulltime education, I would definitely suggest speaking to a member of staff about the counselling that they offer, whether you are at school, college or university. This way you don’t have to wait (as long) for an NHS counsellor. Of course, you can also go to your doctor alongside having counselling to see whether they can refer you to psychiatrist if that’s needed. Once in the appointment with your doctor, I would advise that you really make yourself heard. A lot of young people do suffer from mental health problems but if you are concerned you could be in danger, for example, really explain how you feel and try not to leave until you’ve made your point clear and the doctor has taken some kind of action, such as a referral, or perhaps medication if you are over 18.

“WORRIED I WASN’T GOING TO BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY” After around a year of suffering with anxiety, I decided to visit my GP for some professional advice. Preparing for this visit was one of the most difficult things I’ve ever done; the explaining of my problems (CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...)

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MENTAL HEALTH SERIES... to an outsider was particularly threatening. Someone who didn’t know anything about what was going on had to be brought up to speed in just minutes! I was feeling apprehensive about having to explain all of the symptoms I’m feeling with examples; I was worried that I wasn’t going to be taken seriously or be believed unless I backed up what I was explaining with situations where the feelings cropped up. Don’t get me wrong, I was well aware that I was taking positive steps towards a better mental state! The fact they’re a professional was what scared me. I booked an appointment by phone – thankfully I was able to use a computerised system rather than having to speak to someone about it! After about two minutes, the computer voice confirmed the time of my appointment. I’d taken the biggest step, since I’d committed to the appointment it was all destined to get easier from now. Thankfully there wasn’t much of a build-up to the appointment, as it was scheduled two days in the future. I was mostly able to get on with life up until the appointment, I just had the reassuring comfort that things were soon going to (hopefully) get better. After a reasonably pleasant couple of days, the moment finally came. When my dad drove me to the doctor’s surgery, the drive was silent. I feared speaking in case any conversation would put me off from the perfect interaction I had planned out in my head. From that point onward, it was a waiting game. I signed in on the tablet in the reception area, and sat anticipating the beep that would give me permission to enter the office. Minutes felt like hours. I shivered in my seat in waiting. Then it came. A beep, and a message on the screen pulled me out of my seat and into the office. I was invited in by the 24 doctor. MyTOBER dad 2017 • OC

entered the room first, sitting in the corner of the room in a chair. I sat next to the desk: “How can I help you today?” the doctor asked. I had rehearsed my script, so I started to reel off my feelings to him at double speed. He nodded, listened, asked me the odd question to better pull together a story, and above all took notice of what I was telling him. He gave me a wonderful feeling; the feeling that he cared. My dad, despite the fact he was sat in the corner of the room listening to my words without a comment, really helped. The fact I had reassurance in the room with me in the form of a supportive family member put me slightly at ease. In addition, this doctor had been my family doctor for the best part of a decade, so I felt more comfortable with him than I would another doctor. After explaining my anxiety, how it had made me feel and how it affected me, my signs and symptoms, and every example of where and when it had struck me down in the last year or so, I felt a weight off my shoulders. I thought I would have broken down and cried, but I felt stronger. The doctor hadn’t yet provided a resolution! The fact that I was strong enough to tell a stranger that I was struggling made me feel powerful. The doctor read through his notes, told me what conclusions he had drawn, and considered possible options with me. He suggested medication, but then decided against it because of the potential side effects and implications that come with it. He then referred me to Suffolk Wellbeing, an NHS organisation whose aim is to provide mental health support and guidance through seminars, webinars, group and 1-1 support. To this day, I haven’t followed through with the support; I didn’t feel the programme • like WAT ERF RO N T L I FEthat was offered (a Stress

Real-life accounts of visiting a GP for the first time to discuss mental health

Control seminar) was really my cup of tea. Don’t be worried about visiting the doctor about your mental health – it may seem scary as a concept, but they are genuinely willing and able to help you.

which are impacting on our daily life. Give some thought beforehand as to what you might say, and what words you will use to describe how you feel, and always be honest and open to make sure you get the right support and help at the onset.

WRITTEN BY CAROLE THAIN

At Suffolk Mind, we talk a lot about emotional needs and how important it is to meet them. Physical or mental needs that are unmet can make us unwell, so learning more about these needs and what we can do to meet them, can be a big step towards having a life that works. If you would like to know more about emotional needs, we have some interesting talks and activities at Quay Place in Ipswich, we also offer a counselling service.

If we feel unwell, our GP is often the first place to think of going, whatever the problem and we would certainly recommend this. Although tempting to self diagnose by searching online for answers and information, and sometimes this can be useful, more often than not this causes additional concerns. Perhaps even making us feel worse as we find different and alarming answers to our questions. Making the decision to talk about physical or mental health problems can be really difficult, so that first conversation with your GP may not always be easy. It is though important to have the right advice when experiencing any symptoms that we have concerns or worries about, or if we are having feelings that are difficult to cope with

For more info sign up for our monthly newsletter at quayplace.co.uk or pop in and pick up a leaflet. For Suffolk Mind services visit suffolkmind.co.uk

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WATERFRONT Churches

WRITTEN BY REV. TOM ROUT

THREE CHOICES FOR THE COMMUNITY... 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. T.E.A.M. - ‘Together Everyone Achieves More’. It’s an acronym or mnemonic that sums up well the approach our Waterfront Churches are taking to the future of their ministry in this wonderful part of Town. Up until 1999 St Helen’s, Holy Trinity and St Luke’s were three separate churches, each with its own minister. Then in 1999 the churches were linked up as a benefice with one minister serving three congregations. The question we are asking ourselves now is, how can we be most effective - both today, and into the future. Is it as three smaller congregations, each with loyalties to its building, history and activities… or is it as a unified and larger church family, with three buildings at our disposal, working together on services and activities that will connect with the people of the Waterfront area and the parishes (zones) associated with it?

It may seem strange to many residents that we only have a service in one of our churches each Sunday, and that the venue changes every week. Doesn’t this mean that two out of the three church buildings are closed and unused on any given Sunday? The thinking behind it is that our congregations already share a common calling and purpose (to bring the good news of Jesus to the communities around us) and worshipping together on Sundays brings that home to us. It builds a sense of togetherness which is vital if we are going to engage in a meaningful way with local people. Our aim is not just to keep buildings open on Sundays, but to ensure what goes on in them - and comes out of them - is a real blessing to this area. As for the long term - who knows? But one thing’s for sure: T.E.A.M. To find out where our service is on any given Sunday, please visit: www. ipswichwaterfrontchurches.co.uk or Facebook Waterfront Churches Ipswich Public Page

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THE Saints ISSUE 08 • OCTOBER 2017

Proud supporter of Cover photo CASPER SVENSON using an IPHONE 7S

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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THE Saints

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR LOVEONE WRITTEN BY CATHY FROST

Cathy Frost is the owner of Loveone in St Peter’s Street, one of Ipswich’s most unique gift shops. Cathy is also the Coordinator of The Saints Traders Group ‘LOVEONE established 2007’ has a nice ring to it. We started out as a small market stall with a handful of products and lots of enthusiasm, and on the 3rd of November, we will be celebrating 10 years on the High Street. To say it’s been an easy 10 years would be foolish, but I am immensely proud of what Loveone has achieved and to have been part of the regeneration of the Saints has been very rewarding. I am often asked what qualities are needed to run your own business and for me it

would be; passion, energy and tenacity. Over the last 10 years I have drawn on those 3 qualities more times than I care to remember. To sustain any business requires commitment and drive but it is the passion that has very often seen me through. A passion for independent shops, our high streets, the community and the love of shopping and finding those product gems. I still enjoy the buzz from discovering a new artisan or some fabulous new product. The thrill of creating the perfect window display, and enjoying the many and varied conversations with customers new and old. It does require a lot of energy though to stay on message and ride the rollercoaster of having a small shop. I have surprised myself just how much work goes on behind the scenes to run a business, especially one so public facing. Many people told me it wouldn’t last and that I shouldn’t bother. I think that made me even more determined. There have been many ups & downs along the way, but thanks to the many loyal customers and family & friends, we’ve hit this milestone. Our high streets are under immense pressure going forward; but with passion, energy and tenacity -I’m ready for the challenge. I invite you to pop along to Loveone in October and help us celebrate. You could even start your Christmas shopping!

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WATERFRONT Legal

SEPARATING A LESS PAINFUL WAY WRITTEN BY BRENDA HEAD Separating from your partner is rarely a pain free experience. There is the emotional angst, and if you have lived together, more than likely there will be other things to resolve. For instance, who should have what from the home, and if you own your home; how the proceeds might be shared between you. If you have children together, there will be their needs to sort out too. When are they going to spend time with you both? Where will be the primary home? How are you going to parent them together now you are apart? Along with all this is the prospect of huge change in your life and the uncertainty of the future. All of these things can cause untold worry in the short term. Invariably, people want the best outcome for their children as well as themselves, and if truth be known most people would prefer to arrive at this point without acrimony, and as soon as practicable so everyone can move on with their lives. Working together with a trained Family Mediator lets you both remain in control of the outcome, as both

parties keep negotiating, until an agreeable compromise is reached. Almost without exception Mediation is a more cost effective option, whilst the mediator will charge for their time, the costs of the process are shared between you, and will be far cheaper than arguing matters out in Court; when a Judge will make a decision for you. Brenda Head T: 01473 849950 E: brenda.head@ashtonslegal.co.uk Brenda is a Family Mediator with almost 20 years experience in mediation alone. Prior to becoming a mediator she was a family lawyer for 25 years. She is a member of Resolution and is also qualified as a supervisor for other mediators.

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MYSTERY SHOP REPORT

“THE PROPRIETORS ARE ON TO A WINNING COMBINATION”

92 NOODLE BAR: FORE STREET, IPSWICH TIMING: WEEKDAY LUNCHTIME

Having been through many commercial incarnations, this Fore Street venue now plays host to 92 Noodle Bar, a family run Asian restaurant. Boasting a tagline of ‘The Art of Chinese Food’, we sent in our mystery diner Danielle, to see if the food was indeed a masterpiece or in fact a dud. FIRST IMPRESSIONS It’s a slightly off-putting location; on a very busy one-way system and conscious of not wanting to slow down to take a proper look, I had to double back along the Waterfront to find a parking space. However, if you can park on the Marina, it’s free for 3 hours. SCORE 3.5/5 AMBIENCE & GREETING The building is of historical significance in the area and upon pedestrian inspection, does have a welcoming charm about it. My companion and I were greeted immediately upon our arrival, with warmth and sincerity. SCORE 4.5/5

SERVICE The speed of service was perfect for a lunch visit. Enough time to peruse the menu, but efficient with the drinks order and then the dishes of food. The friendly & professional combination was perfect. SCORE 5/5 MENU Annoyingly, the owners have decided to display the menus in freestanding Perspex holders and this unnecessarily cheapens the experience. However, the choice is excellent and just about enough different food to whet the appetite. The dishes average around £7.00 each and add to this the fact that every single main dish comes with two (small) sides and the proprietors are on to a winning combination. SCORE 4.5/5 FOOD Our table opted for Udon noodle soups; one with won tons and one with meats & king prawns. The won tons, well-sized prawns, meats and vegetables were all delicious, but (as I have often found in Asian soup cuisine), the chicken broth was underseasoned and a little bland. SCORE 4.5/5

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TOILETS The venue has a unisex toilet which was adequately presented, but on the basis that the venue has undergone extensive refurbishment, should have had more money allocated to it from the budget. So often, toilet facilities are poorly conceived and this was no exception. SCORE 3/5 STANDARDS & DÉCOR The building is full of character and has been well-restored over the years, added to by some well thought out touches by the new occupiers. It most certainly isn’t oriental in its ambience, but this doesn’t detract from the overall experience. SCORE 4/5

92 Noodle Bar offers a great alternative in the Waterfront area for lunch (and dinner) and should do well. The food is very good in terms of taste & value and if management does more to advertise the venue from the main road - as well as its display boards on the Marina - then it should quickly get a loyal client base.

OVERALL SCORE

4.1/5

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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.

QUAY PLACE

By joining Friends of Suffolk Mind you will be part of a growing network of people who have pledged to find out how important mental health is and how to look after it. It’s free to join and will give you lots of useful information and support to make your own mental health a priority and create a life that meets your needs, and helps others meet theirs. A small step but one that could make a huge difference in your life and the lives of people you care about. www.suffolkmind.org.uk

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Q& A

RICHARD STEWART Our Editor

when you woke up this morning – I must get those 15 questions answered before deadline!

9.What was the last thing that you bought for less than £20 – A packet of Walkers Stax 1.Full name – Richard Stewart 2.Age - 49 3.Occupation – Editor 4.What occupation did you dream of growing up – Pilot – specifically fast jets!

5.What was the last photo that you took on your ‘phone – A sofa at Ikea’s showroom in Thurrock! We’ve since purchased it!

6.What was the last music that you purchased/downloaded – I

and a packet of Minstrels (I had to in order to get 5p off a litre at BP!)

10.Bungee, parachute, skydive or terra firma – Terra Firma all day long 11.How much money would tempt you on to a reality show and what would the show be – I don’t watch much reality TV, as I think most of it is as far removed from reality as you can get. However, if pushed, I’d do a long weekend on Big Brother if the producers paid me over £50k

downloaded a Kelly Clarkson album on iTunes #Lad!

12.If you could have personally witnessed an historical event, which event would it have been – Wright Brothers’ first flight (1903) –

7.You go to a restaurant that serves every cuisine in the world, what starter do you order – Salt &

13.Your signature dish – Seafood Linguine 14.Last book that you couldn’t put down –

it had to be an aviation based event!

Pepper Squid (but it was a very close call with Taramasalata)

Running With The Firm by James Bannon

8.What was your first thought

Determined

15. The one word that describes you best –

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WATERFRONT Counsel

JOINING TOGETHER 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. Like me, I expect you often walk along the Waterfront and under the Winerack looking upwards and wondering when, if ever, it will be developed. Well John Howard tells me it will! Then we have the promised development in Holywells Ward on the corner of Duke Street and Tye Road. This land was to be used for a school, but obviously Suffolk County Council didn’t think it was needed and after lots of attempts by many local people to purchase the site, it was sold at auction at a huge price. We are waiting for the new owner’s planning application to come forward for consideration by the Committee but we know it will be apartments. On the West Bank, Persimmon are about to develop a site near to Felaw Maltings and so all of this begs the question what about the infrastructure – the road network, lack of doctor’s surgeries, schools and the inevitable question of car parking. I attended a business lunch last Friday when Dominic Richards was the guest

speaker. He is the Founder and CEO of Architekton, a visionary architect-developer and is regenerating an urban site in Norwich. When asked if he would consider coming to Ipswich he told us that Ipswich must do something about Star Lane, so that the Waterfront and the Town centre can be joined together. His vision is creating places that celebrate local identity, mixed uses, sustainable communities and walkable neighbourhoods; thus making the car less important - that social housing should be pepper potted and the development should allow for young and old to live in harmony together. So will this ever happen in Ipswich – it would take a brave politician to close even one lane of the gyratory system in Ipswich, but if the Foster Bridge is built then as it opens, surely Star Lane should be reduced to one lane immediately. Whatever happens over the next few years there is a desperate need for improved infrastructure and for some innovative thinking as to how businesses can be encouraged to this area; to produce the jobs that will be needed to sustain these new neighbourhoods.

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WATERFRONT Maritime

VIKING

Ipswich WRITTEN BY ANDY PARKER

Archaeological excavations in 2012 uncovered 300 Saxon skeletons at a grave site close to Stoke Bridge, further adding to the history of Anglo-Saxon Ipswich. Due to a lack of written sources there is little firm evidence about life in Anglo-Saxon Ipswich or the town under the control of Viking and Norse invaders. What is loosely known is that Norse invaders arrived under King Wuffa in around 550 CE, establishing themselves as Kings of East Anglia and becoming one of the richest and most powerful dynasties; with the mounds at Sutton Hoo and the palace of King Raedwald (Wuffa’s Grandson) at Rendlesham being important locations in Anglo-Saxon England. Life in the period was tough and many died young and never travelled further than their local villages. However, Ipswich was becoming a hub of activity, trading with many areas of Europe. At the time of Raedwald’s death in around 624 CE, Ipswich had become prosperous with trade routes to Scandinavia, Italy and the Eastern Mediterranean. This prosperous period, known as the Wuffinga rule of East Anglia, came to an end around 869 CE when King Edmund was killed by another wave of invading

Danish and Norse invaders and buried in Bury St Edmunds. Following this, during the late 10th Century, the town was ruled under Danelaw and in 991 CE Vikings raided the town; there is no evidence that the town was razed as they continued their raids down the Essex coast until their defeat at the Battle of Maldon. Although uncommon, raids continued during the years between 991 and the Norman Conquest, with an estimated 5 incidences during this period. The last Viking raid was defeated by Roger Bigod, a Norman noble who was made Sheriff of Suffolk & Norfolk by William the Conqueror. Bigod also built a large manor and a quay between today’s Old Custom House and the Trust’s Window Museum. He is also rumoured to have built a wooden castle in the town between the church of St Mary at the Elms, Museum Street and King Street, and not at Castle Hill - which was the site of a Roman villa. http://www.ipswichmaritimetrust.org.uk/

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RESTAURANT of the year 2017

ROUND 3 JUDGING IS NOW COMPLETE. Find out if your favourite venue has made the final, by checking out our website at www.waterfrontlife.co/roty2017/ Good luck to the remaining venues