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Autumn 2026 Issue Sixteen Look no further than aboutsuffolk, the local magazine that packs a Suffolk punch!
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Welcome to our autumn issue of aboutsuffolk which celebrates the shift in seasons with beautiful interiors, whimsical landscapes and an exhibition that delves into Suffolk’s darkest secrets. We also bring you a warming recipe, our top picks for the home, what’s new about town and the latest on the food and drink scene, from fizz to new faces. There is also the chance to win an overnight stay and delicious supper at one of our most inviting pubs, a bracing woodland stomp and dates to fill the diary right up to Christmas and into the New Year. So, settle down with a cuppa and tuck in. Enjoy the read! Kathy & Sarah
Editorial Kathy Churchill Sales Sarah Clarke
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Photography credits: With thanks to The British Library, the V&A, Tate, The Wellcome Collection, Bodleian Libraries, the National Archives, Royal Shakespeare Company, Suffolk Archives, 632/3 and 1300/72/41/69 for their images and Simon Lee Photography for his exhibition photos. who’s about page 8
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about town about the land
about design about gardens
about food about taste round & about
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Your chance to win dinner, bed and breakfast at The Sibton White Horse.
Three reasons to sign up for the gym, the latest wonder product from Aveda, and the best way to show off your natural beauty.
8 Witch is witch Uncovering Suffolk’s dark legacy at a new exhibition about witchcracft curated by Suffolk Archives.
14 Out and about A round up of local events.
18 Fashion Fix New styles for a new season.
26 Fabric of the home We take a peek behind the elegant exterior of The Red House to find a beautiful home, furnished with a flourish.
32 Get the look Chic ideas for restyling your home.
36 about town Remembering Benjamin Britten, uncovering the latest independents to hit the high street, and a chance to save an important slice of agricultural history.
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Helping Sandlings Saffron harvest their precious crop of crimson threads.
Popping the cork on a superior fizz, food to feed the body as well as the soul, fresh faces bringing new flavours to the Suffolk food scene, and afternoon tea with a Bake-off star!
46 A lasting impression Stepping into the whimsical landscapes of impressionist artist, Alexandra Oliver.
66 Saffron poached pears
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A delicately fragrant dessert; beautifully golden and infused with the subtle floral notes of saffron.
How hellebores will brighten the borders of a winter garden.
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58 Well catered for We take a seat at the kitchen table with chef Peter Harrison.
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A circular walk around Framsden across open farmland and lush parkland.
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Competition! Win dinner and B&B for 2 at The Sibton White Horse worth up to £260!
Step inside the Sibton White Horse and you’re stepping back in time. This wonderfully characterful 16th-century inn, tucked away in the Suffolk countryside, is full of wonky walls, huge inglenooks and hefty ship timbers. There’s a proper, welcoming pub atmosphere here, where a crackling fire, a good drink and the prospect of a leisurely dinner make it all too easy to settle in and stay awhile. We’re delighted to offer one lucky reader an overnight stay for two, including 3 course dinner and breakfast the following morning, worth up to £260.
For your chance of winning this fabulous prize, please answer the following question correctly:
Behind the rustic charm lies a serious passion for good food. Awarded two AA Rosettes, the kitchen champions seasonal Suffolk produce, from locally sourced meat and freshly landed fish to leaves and vegetables picked from the inn’s own kitchen garden. Add five individually styled bedrooms, a warm welcome and the peace of the surrounding countryside, and you have all the ingredients for a thoroughly enjoyable Suffolk escape.
The competition closes at 23.59 hours on 31st December.
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Q: How many bedrooms does The Sibton White Horse have? Send your answer to prize@aboutfram.com quoting White Horse in the subject header.
Terms and conditions Entrants must be aged 18 or over. The room is a standard double, to be booked by 01.03.2027. The prize is nontransferable, there is no cash alternative, and it must be redeemed by the 31.03.2027. Drinks are not included. By entering this competition, you give your consent for your email address to be added to our aboutmedia database. Your email address will not be shared with any other parties apart from The Sibton White Horse. Please indicate in your email if you do not wish to give your consent to be contacted by either aboutmedia or The Sibton White Horse and we will delete your email address from our records. The winner will be randomly selected from all entries submitted.
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Witch is witch
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For centuries, belief in magic and the supernatural was woven into everyday life in Britain and in the 17th century, East Anglia became one of the principal centres of witchcraft accusations. A fascinating new exhibition by Suffolk Archives, ‘Witches, Suffolk’s Dark Legacy’, unearths some of the county’s more sinister secrets. The exhibition is being held at The Hold down by Ipswich’s waterfront, and this is where I meet with exhibitions and interpretations officer Emily Shepperson. Suffolk Archives moved to the Hold in 2020, which is also home to the John Blatchly Local Studies Library, and contains an exhibition gallery, gift shop, café and teaching spaces shared by the University of Suffolk. The archives themselves are a Suffolk County Council service that collects, preserves and shares over 900 years of local history. This amazing resource is available for everyone to use and knowledgeable staff are
on hand to help you track down the past, be it tracing your family tree, the history of your home, or looking to research a particular project or event. The current exhibition, ‘Witches, Suffolk’s Dark Legacy’, has been three years in the making and features prestigious loans rarely seen outside London. It focuses on Suffolk’s dark connections to witchcraft, especially the Suffolk Witch Trials of 1645-1647, which were some of the most brutal and widespread in England. In the 1600s it was quite common for 9
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rural communities to turn to village healers, usually women, to offer protective spells to ward off bad luck and to protect themselves from illness or failed harvests. Although these herbal remedies and ancient traditions usually meant these ‘wise women’ were valued and respected, unfortunately it could just as easily bring them under suspicion. A sick child, a cow that suddenly stopped producing milk, a failed crop or a neighbour’s unexpected death might be blamed on a curse, and suspicion would quickly grow into accusation, and accusation into prosecution. Religious authorities at the time increasingly condemned such practices and so what had once been regarded as traditional folk knowledge could become evidence of something far more sinister. The Witchcraft Act of 1604 made certain forms of witchcraft 10
punishable by death, helping strengthen the belief that witches posed a serious threat to both religious and social order, and it also provided a legal framework for the prosecution of those accused of practising harmful magic. By the mid-1600s, the country was in turmoil, religious tensions were high and Civil War meant there was widespread unrest and hardship. Communities were under enormous financial strain and there was a growing sense of distrust and suspicion amongst neighbours. Inevitably the masses needed someone to blame and accusations of witchcraft became rife, the finger pointed not just at healers but also widows and independent women who had taken up positions of authority. One of the famous names associated with this prosecution was Matthew Hopkins, who became known as the Witchfinder General,
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and emerged as one of the most notorious figures in the history of English witch-hunting. He worked alongside John Stearne, and together they travelled across Suffolk investigating these accusations and gathering ‘evidence’. Their methods were brutal and involved prolonged sleep deprivation, dunking, starvation and also the use of a witch prick, a tool used to pierce the skin to see if those accused would bleed. Confused, beaten and exhausted, many would confess just to make the torture stop. Well paid for for their services, it is believed that Hopkins and Stearne brought at least 150 supposed witches to trial, which led to over 100 deaths by hanging.
and made possible by a grant from the Weston Loan Programme with Art Fund and support from Debach Enterprises, this fascinating exhibition explores this gruesome slice of Suffolk history, and on show are original documents, protective measures such as witch bottles and preserved cats, and popular charms including corn dollies, hag stones and ploughshares. It allows you to step back in time by bringing to life the individual stories of some of the women accused, showing us that behind the historical records were real people, many of them socially vulnerable, who had little power to resist the charges so cruelly thrown at them.
The Suffolk Witch Trials remain a disturbing reminder of what can happen when fear, religious uncertainty and social hardship combine. Expertly curated by Suffolk Archives
Witches, Suffolk’s Dark Legacy is on until 21st February 2027. www.suffolkarchives.co.uk 11
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Oct: Until 21st Feb: Witches: Suffolk’s Dark Legacy Step into the story of the Suffolk Witch Trials with a major new exhibition by Suffolk Archives. The Hold, Ipswich 26th-30th: Spooky Sounds Hear spooky Suffolk tales and create your own sound-effect kit to take home. The Red House, Aldeburgh 28th-31st: Pirates of Penzance A new production of this classic comic opera combines tradition with a novel 20th Century piratical twist! Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge
Nov: 4th: Festival of Remembrance The Band of the Royal British Legion alongside the Sizewell Creative Choir and Leiston Cadets. Leiston Film Theatre 5th: Bonfire Night Early evening event with hot dogs and hot soup, sparklers and gentle fireworks suitable for young families. Grange Farm, Hasketon 14
7th: Firework Display A spectacular evening of fireworks and family entertainment at Heveningham Hall.
20th-21st: A Christmas Miracle A once in a generation new opera by Master of The King’s Music, Errollyn Wallen. Orford Church
7th: Vintage Market Vintage and makers market at the Shire Hall in Woodbridge. 10am-4pm
20th-16th Jan: Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto High energy Rock ’n’ Roll hits as well as all your favourite panto jokes and joyful chaos! New Wolsey Theatre
8th: The Littlest Yak This rollicking, heart-warming tale will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance. Snape Maltings 12th-19th Dec: Illuminated Garden Trail Spectacular light displays, immersive sound and enchanting surroundings bring the gardens to life. Helmingham Hall 14th: Wine for Winter A very special wine tasting evening with Thibault from Wine Story. Grange Farm, Hasketon 20th: Candlelight Tribute to Fleetwood Mac Bringing the magic of a live, multisensory musical experience with the glow of candlelight. St Peter’s by the Waterfront, Ipswich
21st: Christmas Craft Fair The finest Christmas crafts, Suffolk food and artisan produce. Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall 21st: Meat A bold and thought-provoking historical drama by James McDermott that explores identity, desire and sexuality in rural England. Wingfield Barns 21st: The Seagull RoughCast’s fast-moving production brings out all the humour and poignancy of Chekhov’s enduring and endearing masterpiece. The Cut, Halesworth 26th: Threshold An exciting new exhibition by artist Alexandra Oliver. The Quay Gallery, Snape Maltings
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27th-28th: Abbey Hall Christmas Fair Collectables, vintage fashion, floristry, wreaths, mid-century homewares, textiles and pickles. Abbey Hall, Eye 27th-9th Jan: Oliver Twist: The Boy Who Wanted More A bold new adaptation with original music of this timeless tale from Eastern Angles. Various venues 28th: Wintersong Live musical performance by Honey and the Bear and Kyson Point. Leiston Film Theatre
Dec: 1st-3rd Jan: The Elves and the Shoemaker Filled with laughter, love and Red Rose Chain magic, this is the perfect fit this Christmas for all ages! Avenue Theatre, Ipswich 3rd-9th: Colour / Form ii Exploration of colour, shape and texture by artist Gabriella Buckingham and ceramicist Karen Byford. Artspace, Woodbridge 4th-6th: Britten Weekend A weekend of events honouring the life, music and legacy of Benjamin Britten. See www.brittenpearsarts.org
5th-6th: Christmas Market Experience the magic of Christmas at Wingfield Barns. 11th-13th: Christmas in the Park Festive food, artisan shopping, live entertainment, reindeer, family attractions and Europe’s biggest Christmas circus. Henham Park 11th-13th: Father Brown and the Carnival of Fear Hilarious Classic Yuletide Mystery by The Common Ground Theatre Company. Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge 12th: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse Charlie Mackesy’s heart-warming tale of unlikely friendship brought to life on the concert hall stage. Snape Maltings 12th: A Swinging Christmas Swing into Christmas with jazzy seasonal favourites from the movies. Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall 12th: Our Jubilee Celebrate 50 years of music making with Phoenix Singers. Framlingham College Chapel
15th: Christmas Crackers Join Ipswich Chamber Choir with the Raedwald Ensemble for their annual Christmas Crackers concert! St Peter’s by the Waterfront, Ipswich 18th-23rd: Magic of Christmas Co-Op Juniors’ new music and dance show is bursting with energy and a sprinkling of festive magic. Snape Maltings 19th: A Christmas Carol Mat Jones’ acclaimed one-man performance of the Dickens festive classic. The Swan, Southwold 19th-30th: Cinderella Step into a world of magic this Christmas at The Cut, Halesworth.
Jan: 16th: A Night at the Musicals An unforgettable evening celebrating the magic of musical theatre! Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge 28th: Janet Street-Porter is Still Off The Leash at 80! Armed with a senior railcard and a fifth husband in tow, the nation’s favourite pissed-off pensioner is back on the road. The Cut, Halesworth
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4. Tartan trousers Vilagallo @ Darcy B £129
2. Silver Dappled ring Bluebell Lane Jewellery £55
5. Windsor handbag Fairfax & Favor @ Out & About Clothing £275
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Hybrid Fitness Hub has moved to a brand new home at Clopton Park, giving them the space needed to create a community where everyone can get involved in working on themselves and improving fitness together. Offering a fun and varied training schedule with classes, personal trainers, and special events such as DJ Hits with a live DJ, disco lights and Friday night vibes, wherever you are on your fitness journey, all are welcome to join this community of like-minded people. www.hybridfitnesshub.com
The Perfect Fit If you are looking for a season re-set this autumn, three newly opened fitness centres offer every chance for you to find the perfect fit. And one… StudioFlex has recently opened its fourth fitness studio in Framlingham. Expect the signature StudioFlex experience – expert coaching, a supportive community and a premium space that feels as good as it looks. The stunning new studio brings together Reformer Pilates, expert-led small group training, and a fully-equipped gym, all in the heart of town. So, whether you’re stepping onto the Reformer for the first time, love the motivation of training with others, or prefer doing your own thing in the gym, StudioFlex will give you the freedom to train your way. New clients can purchase a TRYFLEX pass which allows them to try five classes for just £50. www.studioflex.co.uk 22
And three… Opening in early November, The Southwold Gym is a brand-new space to move, train and feel your best. With modern cardio and strength equipment, plus a dedicated studio for group classes, the experienced team have worked hard to create a welcoming gym fit for everyone; whether you’re just getting started or already love to train. Located at The Old Hospital, you can also enjoy the delights of The Canteen after class, a community café that serves brunch from 9am-2pm. www.thesouthwoldgym.com
Natural beauty If you are looking for sustainable beauty products at affordable, everyday prices, try Benecos. This innovative, organic brand has been rocking the scene since 2008, with a vibrant range of over 90 vegan products, including makeup for eyes, lips and nails, skincare and haircare. Packed with organic jojoba oil, aloe vera and shea butter, the range is perfect for those who love eco-friendly, skin-loving beauty that’s kind to the planet and makes you look, and feel, great. Available from Focus Organic, Halesworth.
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Great hair days Meet the new Aveda One For All Leave-In Elixir. The ultimate multi-tasker, this fabulous new product provides lightweight care and protection for all hair types and textures, helping to: • Detangle • Protect against heat ✨ • Reduce frizz • Add shine • Nourish and strengthen • Leave hair feeling soft, healthy, and manageable With delicate hints of jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang, whether you’re air-drying or styling, this is the perfect finishing step for beautiful, healthy-looking hair. Available at Carley Hill Hair, Framlingham, pop into the salon to discover your new haircare essential! 23
Clay Interiors is one of Suffolk’s finest tile and specialist natural & faux stone suppliers. Our family run business has customer service at its core and is warm and welcoming, with a passion for bringing exquisite Italian and Spanish products into your home. Visit our showroom in a beautifully converted barn just outside Beccles and close to Southwold where you will find our carefully curated selection of tiles, natural stone, engineered wood and luxury laminate, ready to inspire your next project. Ca’ Pietra retailer for Norfolk & Suffolk.
Clay Interiors Ltd, The Gallery, Hall Farm, London Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 8TT 01502 470157 www.clayinteriors.co.uk 24
Opening Hours: Tuesday - Friday 9.30 - 5pm Saturday 10am - 4pm Closed Sunday & Monday
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Fabric of the house
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With its elegant proportions and varying architectural styles, The Red House has a history that spans the centuries. Now the welcoming home of textile expert Nick Crocker and his husband Matt, we take a tour and discover rooms dressed to perfection with sumptuous fabrics and carefully curated works of art. Nick and Matt have lived at The Red House since 2013, moving from London in search of fresh air, space, and a slightly slower pace of life. “We had visited Suffolk a few times, but it was the house that drew us here. We loved the symmetry of the Georgian architecture at the front, but also the fact that the older part of the house, which dates back to the early 17th century, had so much charm and warmth. Having the village pub opposite also helped!” Stepping inside, it quickly becomes apparent that this is a house shaped as much by Nick and Matt’s artistic flair as by its architectural heritage. Paintings and objets d’art are
thoughtfully displayed throughout, creating an eclectic yet harmonious collection that reflects their love of art, and Nick has an instinctive understanding of how furnishings, colour and texture can transform a space. Nick trained at the Inchbald School of Design, a global design school of interior and garden design based in London, and from there went on to work with textile giants Colefax and Fowler and Chester Jones. “I worked on some amazing projects that blended English country house with cutting edge contemporary. It was a steep learning curve but at the heart of all 27
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these projects was this huge sense that good design should be timeless.” The Red House offered Nick his own project and he has thoughtfully refined the living spaces, marrying period features with carefully chosen furnishings to create rooms that feel both sophisticated and welcoming. In the kitchen, which is in the oldest part of the house, bespoke handmade cabinets are neatly tucked beneath the original beamed ceiling, whilst the original fireplace is now home to a muchloved Aga, and in the sunny breakfast room, beautiful handmade blinds and curtains showcase Nick’s love of fabric and bold designs. The Georgian façade to the front boasts beautifully proportioned rooms with high ceilings and huge sash windows. The dining room exudes understated elegance, providing a beautiful setting for entertaining, and the 28
sitting room, with its deep sofas piled high with cushions, is flooded with the golden glow of the autumn afternoon sun. Nick and Matt’s art collection is integral to the interiors at Red House and every wall has a story to tell. Dramatic landscapes jostle with floral prints, lively abstracts with charcoal sketches, and I recognise the distinctive work of a few well-known local artists. A sweeping staircase rises to the first floor, where graceful bedrooms offer a sense of calm and tranquillity, and from here a steep staircase leads up to the attic where cosy beds are tucked beneath the eaves, creating more intimate spaces; quiet boltholes where the servants would once have retreated at the end of the day. Every room is beautifully decorated: the beds dressed with crisp linens and decorative bedspreads, antique mirrors carefully hung to reflect the views of the garden below, and bathrooms fitted out with
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roll top tubs and vintage basins. Outside, the gardens wrap around the house, revealing a succession of inviting spaces. Expanses of lawn sit alongside formal planting, while terraces lead towards a swimming pool sheltered within a walled garden. Carefully clipped parterre hedges divide the grounds into smaller, more intimate areas and a table and chairs beneath the dappled shade of an apple tree is the perfect spot to sit and enjoy the garden throughout the seasons. Sculptures appear in amongst the planting, introducing delightful artistic moments that reinforce the connection between the house, its interiors and the landscape beyond, and it comes as no surprise that Nick was Head of Sculpture for Art for Cure for ten years and many of the pieces won a place in his heart at their yearly exhibition. “It is an amazing charity and I loved being
involved, meeting the artists and helping curate the spaces. Working so closely with the art, it was often hard to resist, especially if there was a local connection.” In the last ten years, Nick has also set up and established Red House Textiles, converting the Victorian stables into a workshop where the shelves are neatly stacked with exquisite fabrics and a central table is laden with sumptuous sample books; their colours, patterns and textures offering his clients an endless source of inspiration. The Red House has evolved over the centuries into a home of considerable character and this chapter of its history is one whose pages are exquisitely illustrated by Nick and Matt’s beautiful furnishings, considered interiors and extensive art collection. www.redhousetextiles.com 29
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Wakelyns needs you about town
Britten Weekend This December marks the 50th Anniversary of the death of worldrenowned composer Benjamin Britten. In memory, Britten Pears Arts is staging a long weekend of events honouring his remarkable life, music and legacy. Highlights include performances of his Lachrymae, Saint Nicolas and Oboe Quartet, tours of The Red House - the home he shared with tenor, Peter Pears - a special study morning with writer, researcher and speaker Dr Lucy Walker, and an opportunity for a moment of stillness and reflection at a Remembrance service on the Sunday at Aldeburgh Church. Friday 4th – Sunday 6th December Events will take place at Snape Maltings, The Red House, Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall and Aldeburgh Cinema. See the website for full details and tickets. www.brittenpearsarts.com 36
For more than 30 years, Wakelyns has been a pioneer in shaping agricultural change in the UK. Established through first-mover agroforestry planting in 1994, it has become a lighthouse site for progressive farming and land use, as well as being an incubator for landbased micro-businesses such as Silva Kitchen and Bakery, Contemporary Hempery, Willow Phoenix and Be More Bees. And now, all of this is under threat unless sufficient funds can be raised through a community share buyout. To find out how you can help make a difference and secure its future, please visit the website. www.wakelyns.co.uk/cbs
New about town Take a spin
Located on the waterfront, down by the Tide Mill in Woodbridge, Giles Todd opened his independent record shop Deben Vinyl this September. Stocking a huge selection of rare and first press vinyl, the shop has been built around a love of music, nostalgia and culture and his collections span a wide range of genres including rock, jazz, soul reggae, pop and indie. Open Thursday - Sunday www.debenvinyl.co.uk
A stroke of genius Also in Woodbridge, this time up on Church Street, Hammond & Co is a beautiful new shop selling quality materials for artists and makers. A treasure trove for all creatives, it stocks top brands such as Winsor & Newton, BlockX, Daniel Smith, DalerRowney, Caran D’ache, Derwent, Claire Fontaine, Tom’s Studio, Loxley and Seawhite. It also offers a bespoke framing service, so once your masterpiece is complete, you can also get it ready for hanging. Need we say more! Follow @fineartsupplies.shop
There has been a flurry of new openings over the last few months that are well worth a mention.
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about Husband and wife duo Steve and town Sarah have done it again! Already the driving force behind two fabulous businesses in Saxmundham: socialbar – a welcoming café by day and wine bar by night that hosts an eclectic range of events, and tap.social – a place to gather and make connections over independent beer straight from the tap, they have now opened Make Good. Located on the High Street, this bright and cheerful new shop is the place to come for a curated collection of handmade ceramics, jewellery, homewares, textiles and thoughtful gifts, all handcrafted by the talented folk of East Anglia. Follow @_makegoodshop_
Fashionistas rejoice!
Framlingham’s gorgeous fashion boutique Ruby Tyger is opening a second shop at 30 High Street, Saxmundham. Owner Sarah already has a loyal following of ladies looking for the perfect autumn knit, floaty dress, satin skirt, pretty blouse or advice on what goes with what, so this new venture is very exciting for those living nearer to the coast. Due to open on Thursday 5th November, it’s sure to go with a bang! Follow @ rubytyger. framlingham 37
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Meet the crokers!
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Overlooking the Suffolk marshes near Orford, Sarah and Seth Lord are cultivating one of the world’s most precious spices, saffron. The distinctive crimson threads of their Sandlings Saffron is of the highest quality, harvested by hand from their crocus crop; a job that requires patience, precision and an extraordinary amount of hands-on work. Saffron is the name given to the highly desirable dried stigmas of the small lilac flower of Crocus sativus, and for centuries and in many different cultures, it has been treasured as a culinary spice, medical ingredient, pigment and colourful dye. During the height of the spice trade, it was considered to be worth more than gold and there is evidence that its crimson threads were used as a dye to create the distinctive ochre robes of the Buddhist Monks. It also has an ancient connection with East Anglia as the Essex town of Walden was renamed Saffron Walden by King Henry VIII in the early 16th century due to its importance as a
centre for saffron crocus cultivation. So it seems apt that Sarah and Seth are quietly and carefully on a mission to reestablish this fabulously versatile spice, often referred to as the sunshine spice, on the shores of Suffolk. I meet Sarah early on a bright October morning and the view out across the marshes is truly beautiful, a slice of Suffolk sky that never tires. She is already bent over the rows, bucket in hand, carefully picking the delicate flowers that have bloomed overnight, but is happy to take a break and we are soon sat chatting over a mug of delicious saffron tea. Sarah has over 26 years’ 41
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experience as a conservationist and runs Native Gardens, a company dedicated to creating environments in gardens and across the community that encourage and nurture wildlife. “I have always loved experimenting and over the years have tried to grow many unusual and exotic plants in the garden. I was thrilled that we had such a success with the Crocus sativus so we decided to see if we could grow it on a commercial scale.” Sarah and Seth rented an acre from local farmers and in the summer of 2020 planted over 30,000 crocus corms. “It was a huge investment but we promised we would give it five years. As they flower the same year we didn’t have long to wait to see if it had been a success!” Harvesting takes place in October/ November and is very labour intensive as it all has to be done by hand. The flower heads must be picked before they unfurl so for Sarah and Seth it is a race against time and 42
for five weeks they are on site every day, often picking for 8-10 hours at a time. The precious threads are hidden inside the petals and these need to be extracted and dried in order to preserve the quality of their unique fruity, warming tones. “It was exhausting but also very rewarding as the feedback we started getting from the farmers’ markets was all incredibly positive. We always have a pot of saffron tea on the go and encourage people to try it as the flavours speak for themselves. We recently learnt that saffron pickers used to be referred to as crokers, which on a cold, wet morning has a definite ring to it!” Growing crocus for saffron is a very organic process as no chemicals are used and Sarah and Seth weed between the rows by hand. “The main threat to the crop is actually hidden underground. We have a constant battle with voles who love to nibble the
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corms. We use ultrasonic stakes to keep them away, although we do have a resident kestrel – Katie – who has learnt to follow us down the lines and often perches on the fence posts to keep a watchful eye in case she spots her next meal.” After harvest, the crocus plants grow into large green domes in an effort to capture as much energy as they can from the winter sun. These naturally die down in the spring so all the goodness can be drawn back into the corms and they lie dormant throughout the summer until they are ready to flower again the autumn. Over the past six years Sarah and Seth have worked hard at promoting Sandlings Saffron and as well as selling it as a spice for cooking, they have also developed a range of products which include a saffron-infused sea salt, rapeseed oil, risotto mix and spicy Moroccan rub. Rich in antioxidants, saffron is also well known for its medicinal properties
and they have teamed up with Soap n Scrubs to produce a vegan Saffron Flower Soap that can help soothe inflammation and brighten a dull complexion. “We have also built up our list of suppliers and are really proud to be stocked at many of local delis and farm shops including Alder Carr, the Tuck Shop, Earsham Street Deli, High House Farm Shop, Woodbridge Deli and the Fen Farm Cow Sheds.” Sarah and Seth’s story is a wonderful example of how we can return to growing small specialist crops that used to thrive in our Suffolk soil and work alongside nature rather than against it. I leave feeling revived, which could just be the fresh air, or perhaps the mood-enhancing golden saffron tea is working its magic. www.sandlingssaffron.com
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Working out of her studio at Old Jet, artist Alexandra Oliver creates beautiful landscapes that evoke the changing moods of the countryside and the quiet beauty of familiar places. We catch up with her in-between brushstrokes to talk about her work and her fascination with the interplay between light and colour. I love an artist’s studio and Alexandra’s is no exception. It is a wonderful light-filled space where splattered jugs and tins crammed with paintbrushes prop up well-thumbed reference books, desks are littered with crumpled tissues and half squeezed tubes of paint, and easels and walls are adorned with sketches and paintings in progress. She likes to work on a large scale, creating paintings that seem to extend beyond the confines of the canvas and there is something whimsical in her landscapes; an interpretation of the natural world that feels both dreamlike and
yet deeply rooted in reality. I can see influences of the revered impressionists Monet and Turner, which is no surprise as after completing a BA in Fine Art with History of Art from the University of Leeds, she trained in classical techniques at the Florence Academy of Art before doing an MA in Fine and Decorative Art and Design at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London. Like these celebrated Old Masters, Alexandra is fascinated by the relationship between light, colour and atmosphere, using 47
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expressive brushwork and subtle shifts in tone to bring her landscapes to life. Her creative process begins with small charcoal sketches that she works up from photographs taken on her morning walks, and these initial drawings then provide the foundations for her much larger oil paintings. Often working on more than one canvas at a time, Alexandra allows the paintings to evolve gradually and finds that repeatedly revisiting a particular viewpoint gives her a fixed place from which to explore new ideas. The landscape becomes both a source of inspiration and a reassuring constant, grounding the creative process even as the finished work moves into more imaginative territory. Since joining Old Jet in 2024, Alexandra has already had a successful solo show at 48
Artspace in Woodbridge, had her work accepted at the Summer Contemporary at Snape Maltings and Bell House Gallery in Dulwich, and has just completed a residency at Gainsborough House in Sudbury, which involved running a series of painting workshops. Teaching is something Alexandra particularly enjoys and she runs the Life Drawing classes at Old Jet and set up the New Street Market Art Club in Woodbridge - relaxed evenings with wine where everyone is welcome to give it a go. Alexandra has also collaborated with Spirit Studios near Saxmundham, acting as Creative Lead for its first Black Book Project event, bringing together like-minded people for a day of art, food, music and creativity, and next spring will be working with Butley Abbey Wilds at Butley Priory, leading one-day art workshops and residential art retreats.
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Alexandra is currently working on a new body of work for an exhibition at Snape Maltings this November called ‘Threshold’. Many of the canvasses in the studio are to be part of the show and I love how she has captured the ephemeral effect of light as it filters through a wooded glade or reflects off the shimmering surface of a body of water. With their wonderfully soft palette of greens, greys and blues, the paintings are very atmospheric. You feel cocooned by the canopy of the tree, as if you are standing just on the edge and being invited to step out of the shadows into this new landscape. Recurring motifs such as the same delicate branch reaching into the sky or the distinct outline of a tree provide a visual thread throughout the work, creating a sense of familiarity even when the landscapes themselves are open to interpretation. It is
this ambiguity that Alexandra finds most rewarding. The spaces she creates do not have a set narrative: the viewer is encouraged to put themselves in her paintings, to decide for themselves where they are standing and what this landscape means to them. They are places to be experienced, revisited and understood over time, and every canvas is an invitation to pause, to reflect and to rediscover the extraordinary beauty hidden within the ordinary world. Alexandra’s solo show, Threshold, is on at The Quay Gallery, Snape Maltings from 26th November to 2nd December. www.alexandraoliver.co.uk
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Few flowers bring as much quiet beauty to the winter garden as hellebores. Often known as Christmas roses, these lowgrowing, hardy perennials begin flowering when much of the garden is still asleep, brightening borders with their delicate, nodding blooms in shades of white, pink, plum, purple and green. Being woodland plants by nature, their ability to thrive in partial shade makes them particularly useful, and their dark green foliage makes attractive ground cover year-round. One of the best times to plant hellebores is in the autumn, whilst the ground is moist and temperatures are still mild. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, incorporating some compost before positioning the plant at the same depth as it was growing in its pot. Water thoroughly and mulch around the base with compost or leaf mould, keeping it clear of the crown to prevent rot. To create impact, plant in drifts beneath trees and shrubs or fill the front of borders as a welcome reminder
that spring is on its way. Once established, hellebores are relatively low-maintenance, and will gradually form generous clumps that will bring joy for many years. They are also relatively easy to propagate, and mature clumps can be lifted and divided in the autumn, just before they begin to expend energy on producing flowers. Now is also the time to remove any damaged or diseased leaves to allow light into the centre, which will ensure a bountiful display of blooms. Coming in an array of varying shades from delicate cream to zesty lime green, and dusky pinks to dramatic deep burgundy, hellebores are a wonderful addition to any garden. As winter sets in, seeing their stunning speckled flowers peeking up through the rich green foliage is sure to brighten the coldest of days and, as the name suggests, a few freshly picked stems make the perfect Christmas table decoration. 53
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That’s a wrap Autumn sweeps across the garden with a russet cloak, bringing with it misty mornings, falling leaves and a chill that signifies it’s time to start wrapping things up. November is the month for clearing spent annuals, cutting back and dividing established perennials and raking leaves. Give the lawn a final cut and put your borders to bed with a protective blanket of mulch or straw. Potted winter pansies make for a cheerful doorstop display and Sunday mornings are all about planting your spring bulbs for swathes of colour early next year. December brings the first danger of frosts so roll up your sleeves and reach for the secateurs as it’s the ideal time for winter pruning. Cut back overgrown deciduous shrubs, large fruit trees (apples and pears), and climbing or rambling roses while they are fully dormant. In the flower beds, plant bare-
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November Create wildlife stacks Lift dahlias Plant tulips
root roses, tidy away fallen leaves and leave seedheads standing to feed visiting birds. Check tree ties and stakes are firm enough to stand up to any bad weather that might blow in from the east and enjoy gathering armfuls of evergreens and berried stems for a festive table display. January finds the garden tucked beneath its wintry blanket, dreaming quietly of spring. Wrap tender plants in fleece, check that pots are not waterlogged after winter rain and give the greenhouse a clean, ready for the sowing season. On brighter days, prune fruit bushes and add a layer of well-rotted to manure to your vegetable patch, taking delight in the enthusiasm of your resident robin as he searches for worms. Hellebores, snowdrops and winter aconites offer cheerful pockets of colour, and now is the time to indulge in seed catalogues and gardening magazines to find inspiration for the gardening year ahead.
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Chef Peter Harrison has cooked in kitchens across the world for over forty years and built up a loyal following locally after running two successful restaurants in Suffolk. These days he is busy catering for weddings, celebrations and private dinner guests so we pull up a chair to talk to him about his continued recipe for success. Just back from a trip to New Orleans, Peter is buoyant with the fresh tastes and flavours of the exciting food scene over there. “I try to get over to the States once or twice a year, as I still enjoy collaborating with chefs and working in busy restaurant kitchens. It’s noisy and chaotic but great fun.” Born in Australia, Peter moved around as a child because of his father’s job, and for most of his schooling he boarded at Langley in Norwich. After leaving, he took a parttime job at a restaurant in Tunbridge Wells, firstly as a waiter and then as a pot washer. “One of the perks was trying all the
leftovers and I had so many questions for the chefs about how things were cooked, the seasoning and techniques, that in order to shut me up they put me on veg prep and bread-making.” The job soon became full-time and Peter put university on hold, initially for a year and then indefinitely. The route to becoming a successful chef involves long hours and hard work. Peter was motivated to do both and his ambition took him to Annecy in France working as a ‘stage’ – an unpaid internship – in a twostar Michelin restaurant. “It was tough. I 59
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lived in a hostel and had to walk the two miles there and back every day. I was beaten up by one of the chefs one day and nobody stepped in to help, but I was stubborn and stuck it out. It was worth it as I worked with a fantastic Japanese chef who taught me so much about fish preparation, and I also did time in the pastry kitchen which I loved.” On returning to London, he worked as a pastry chef for Raymond Blanc’s then wife, Jenny, and then on lunchtime service at The Barry Room in the House of Lords, as well as unpaid stints for the likes of acclaimed chefs Gary Rhodes and Alastair Little. Again, Peter’s persistence paid off, as he was taken on as the chef de partie at Alastair’s famous restaurant, Soho, on Frith Street. “I was there for five years and it really was a case of ‘work hard, play hard’. 60
Soho was buzzing and it was named Sunday Times Restaurant of the Year 1992, attracting the in-crowd including super models, Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, and the likes of Jerry Hall, Mick Jagger, Robert De Niro, Kylie Minogue and Michael Hutchence.” He then took on a head chef position at a restaurant in Barnes before going on to run Stepping Stone in Battersea, where a chance encounter with a diner led to an opportunity to run the Leaping Hare restaurant at Wyken Vineyard just outside Bury St Edmunds. After two successful years at Wyken, Peter decided it was finally time to go it alone, and in 2000 he opened Harrison’s in Kelsale. His enthusiasm for simple cooking done well using quality local ingredients soon led to a loyal following, and his flair for bringing more than just food to the table earned him
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a reputation as one of Suffolk’s top chefs. “I loved the spontaneity of suddenly being gifted a brace of pheasants and then working them into the menu, and I also wanted guests to feel involved and would often take food off the heat and serve it at their table, straight out of the pan.” Harrison’s was hugely successful but he closed it after five years, and then, after a few years cooking for Lawson’s Deli in Aldeburgh, took on the catering at Brick Kiln Barn in Sibton. “It was a fabulous space with its own catering kitchen so we had fun hosting private parties, weddings and also a series of supper clubs that were extremely popular. I was there for eight happy years, but the owner eventually sold so that was then I took on the job as resident chef for Butley Priory.”
With a focus on the region’s finest local ingredients, the menus Peter puts together at Butley are a blend of traditional techniques and modern flavours; fresh and seasonal and never too complicated. This November, he is also hosting a Seasonal Supper there with two of his sons, Oscar and Hugo, coming together to design a menu that complements their individual style of cooking. Peter’s motto is ‘Have knives, will travel!’ which, looking at his career path, could not be more apt. He has made the most of every scrap thrown his way, travelling to kitchens around the world to soak up as much culinary knowledge as possible, and has not been afraid to work hard to achieve his dreams. Now this, for any budding chefs, is surely the only recipe for success. peter@peterharrisonchef.co.uk 61
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Forget Prosecco, we’re pro Charmat!
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There’s a reason we drink so much Prosecco it’s fresh, fruity, fizzy and doesn’t require a special occasion. But for those who like all of that but are looking for something different, now is the time to try Charmat. Flint Vineyard, just outside Bungay, was the first UK winery to make sparkling wine using the Charmat method, which uses the same tank-fermentation technique used for Prosecco, but that is where the similarities largely end. Flint’s grapes are well suited to the cooler conditions of the English countryside, and they bring plenty of complex fruit flavours, colour and character which results in a very different glass of fizz. Its Charmat Rosé is an unapologetically deep pink, with fresh strawberry and cherry flavours, a mouthwatering acidity and a crisp finish, and the Charmat White brings lemon, pear and elderflower. As autumn turns into the season of parties and family gatherings and the inevitable arrival of festive fizz, it might be time to put something different in the fridge. You already know Prosecco. Now is the time to get to know Charmat. Find out more at www.flintvineyard.com
Many of us think of food simply as fuel – something we need to get us through the day. Moreover, that all food has the same benefits. But what if food that is grown with care, rooted in healthy soil, seasonal, and nutrientdense is that much better for us? A new collaboration between the team at Grange Farm Shop in Hasketon and Dr Margriet, a Functional Medicine Specialist, is set to change the way we understand the relationship between food and our bodies. Through a series of talks, they explore the remarkable power of good-quality, nourishing food and how the right choices can create profound shifts in our health and wellbeing. Covering topics such as boosting energy and the menopause, each talk guarantees that you’ll leave with a greater understanding of how your body works, along with a recipe guide and new ways in how to support it. Next up on 26th November is Why Good Sleep Starts at Breakfast! To book tickets visit www.grangefarmshop.co.uk
A Star has Risen Giuseppe Dell’Anno, The Great British Bake Off winner 2021, is to host an afternoon at The Swan in Southwold for the first in a new series of events aptly named Swan Stories, on Wednesday 11th November. Giuseppe will share stories from his baking journey, memorable moments of Bake Off, and the whirlwind that followed his win, as well as offering some timely tips for successful festive baking. With the chance to ask questions and taste the tiramisu that earned him a Hollywood handshake, it’s a must for foodies and fans of the show. Alex Crepy, General Manager at The Swan, said: “We share with Giuseppe a real passion for great conversation over delicious food, so this is a wonderful collaboration for us.” To book tickets visit www.theswansouthwold.co.uk
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New Faces, New Flavours Café Vida in Pettistree is now run by energetic duo, Kate & Lucy. Kate’s background is hospitality, while Lucy managed former Harvey & Co in Rendlesham, where her love for creating the kind of homemade dishes that once tasted, make you want for more – think warming soups, tostadas, frittatas, and comfort food - was truly ignited! Open Monday to Saturday, 8.30am-2.30pm and Sunday, 9:30am-1pm Follow them on Insta @ vidahaus_cafe
Josh Wilby has joined Be Well Barn nr Eye to lead the kitchen at their café, Revive. With 28 years as a chef, Josh’s career has taken him from Australia to London, along the way working in fine dining, events and large-scale hospitality. As well as heading up the kitchen at Smiths of Smithfield in London, he spent ten years as executive chef at Brisbane’s Queensland Performing Arts Centre, leading a 40-strong team. Now that he’s found his way to Be Well Barn, the kitchen is set for an exciting new chapter; serving up dishes such as lamb rigatoni and salmon poke bowl, inspired by his international take on the plate! Find out more at www.bewellbarn.co.uk 65
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Saffronpoached pears with vanilla mascarpone Ingredients • 4 firm, ripe pears (Conference work well) • 750ml water OR 700ml water plus 50ml pudding wine • 150g caster sugar • A generous pinch of saffron threads • A generous strip of lemon zest • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 1 small cinnamon stick or 3- 4 lightly crushed cardamoms • ½ tsp vanilla extract • 150g mascarpone • 2 tbsp thick natural yoghurt • 1 tbsp icing sugar, or to taste • Toasted flaked almonds
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Looking for a simple yet elegant pudding for a family gathering or relaxed supper with friends around the kitchen table, then this recipe is for you! Delicately fragrant, beautifully golden and infused with the subtle floral notes of saffron, poached pears make a wonderfully understated dessert. As the pears gently simmer, they absorb the saffron’s distinctive flavour, while the cooking liquid transforms into a fragrant syrup to spoon over the fruit. Reflecting the golden hues of autumn, this is a truly seasonal pudding that’s as lovely to look at as it is to eat. Method To make the syrup, add the water, caster sugar, saffron, lemon zest and juice to a large saucepan along with either the cinnamon or cardamom, and heat gently until the sugar dissolves. Peel the pears, leaving the stalks intact, and trim a little from the base so they stand upright. Lower them into the syrup and cover with a disc of greaseproof paper so they are fully submerged. Poach gently for 15–25 minutes, turning the pears occasionally, until
tender when pierced with a small knife. Cooking time will depend on their ripeness. Lift out the pears and set aside. Simmer the poaching liquid for another 5–10 minutes until reduced by about 2/3rds and slightly syrupy. Return the pears to the liquid and leave to cool. Just ahead of serving, make the mascarpone cream. Gently mix the mascarpone with the yoghurt, vanilla and icing sugar until smooth then spoon over the pears with a sprinkling of toasted almonds.
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Circling back Autumn has arrived so it’s finally time to pull on the wellies and a woolly hat and get out for a cheek-glowing stomp. This issue we head to Framsden, a small village which has recently reopened its local, The Greyhound, as a community-run pub, and as chance would have it, this is where the walk starts and finishes. Handy that! Opposite the pub is a red telephone box, now used to house a defibrillator, which is an excellent idea, and this where the footpath starts. I am joined by my friend Claire and her Saint Bernard cross Golden Retriever, Obi. Known as a Golden Saint, Obi is in fact black and fluffy and looks more like a bear! We set off up the edge of a small meadow 68
and at the top strike out across a large arable field where the horizon seems to open out and we are surrounded by a huge expanse of sky. It’s a great place to come for star-gazing, and being slightly higher is also where the village beacon is located as its signal is sure to be spotted for miles around. A cry from above attracts our attention. Not a kestrel as we first thought, but a single lapwing – a rather sad ‘spot’ as once large flocks alighting on the stubble would have been a common sight. We cross a small wooden bridge and follow a grassy track down along the side of a hedgerow studded with scarlet rosehips and inky blue sloes. Rounding the bend are two
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more dog walkers. Obi pricks his ears and sits, waiting for his friends to get closer before launching with a wagging tail. Claire clings on and after morning pleasantries, we untangle leads and set off again. A metal gate leads into another small meadow and we nip through this to a gate that takes us out onto a narrow lane. Turning right, a footpath sign then sends us left across another field towards a wooded copse, and here we drop down to a farm track where Obi enjoys splashing through the puddles from last night’s rain. The track edges farmland to the right and woods and a small stream to the left. We stay on the track until a small bridge on the right takes us through a willow plantation and here, we glimpse the tell-tale white rumps of
a pair of roe deer disappearing quickly into the undergrowth. Ignoring another bridge on the left, we carry on and come to a small meadow where a fallen branch bleached by the sun makes for a good resting point. Claire, who we often jokingly refer to as a white witch, feels a connection with the land here as for her it summons images of people gathering for some sort of feast. Wouldn’t it be amazing to step back in time to see exactly what unfolded here, although not too far as the Witchfinder General might not have made for the best walking companion – see page eight! Instead of taking the diagonal path across the meadow, we carry straight on and rejoin the farm track. A covey of pheasants, indignant of our presence, burst noisily out of 69
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the hedge and we reminisce about Danny the Champion of the World, a childhood favourite by Roald Dahl. Many of the fields here have been planted with rows of saplings that we assume will be a mix of native deciduous trees and part of a regenerative farming project. Two herons, busy picking over the soil, now rise and flap slowly away to find a more secluded dining table. At a gateway we bear right into lush meadows that are part of the Framsden Hall estate. Magnificent oak trees stand strong, living sentinels overseeing this ancient landscape. Claire points out an owl box and as I walk closer to take a photo, the ghostly face of a barn owl appears. A wonderful warning that this one is taken! At a second gate we turn right, and then after passing through another, come to Claire’s favourite oak; gnarled and twisted, we gently give it a hug. 70
These meadows also hold memories for me. The local pony club used to hold a one-day event here, and I can remember galloping on a rather out of control pony, steering him over the course of jumps built in amongst the trees, and heading towards home with an enormous grin. Leaving these happy images behind, we go through a small gate in the corner on the right and follow the track down the edge of a field before turning left and walking back towards the village. At the road, we turn right and amble back to the pub, just time for a well-deserved pint before heading home. Check www.framsdengreyhound.co.uk for opening times.
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