Coast Magazine Jan-Feb 2017 by ADMMedia

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January/February 2017

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Live Jazz music on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month!

Smooth jazz and light bites Relax with friends and family and enjoy the very best local Suffolk produce alongside a fine selection of beers, wines and cocktails.

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It’s that time of year to dig out those trainers and tracksuits and get rid of those extra pounds that are so easy to put on over the Festive period. The good news is that there are plenty of places in the area to get professional help from the experts, of which, two have news of change and modernisation. First off Grange Fitness is moving to bigger and better premises in Martlesham, full details inside the magazine. Places 4 People and Suffolk County Council are also looking forward to major development at Deben Pool and Fitness, in Woodbridge in the New Year. Keep your eyes open for work starting soon. If you feel you need pampering after all that hard exercise both Ufford Hotel and Spa and Hintlesham Hall Spa have some fantastic treats and offers for the New Year, do check them out soon.

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What to do in January & February… Watch

Continuing their tradition for mad-cap spoofs, this year Eastern Angles have gone all historic with a fun-packed show featuring Henry VIII and cast of East Anglian Tudors. Loosely based on the best-selling novel ‘Wolf Hall’ this production ‘Stoat Hall’ is written by Eastern Angles’ much-loved and multi-talented writing and directing team Pat Whymark and Julian Harries. Centre stage is Sir Roger De Polfrey, the Duke of Suffolk, and owner of Stoat Hall. Terminally lazy and allergic to responsibility, Sir Roger tries to live a simple life keeping his head down, dealing with the demands of his eccentric wife Aveline and his two desperate daughters Hedwig and Rosamund. But, with his Stately Home falling into disrepair, and the house lying on a busy pilgrimage route, the Duke (played by well-known local actor Richard Mainwaring) has his work cut out. To make matters worse, the Secret Order of the Stoats have hatched a scurrilous plan and Henry VIII and his entourage have just announced a surprise visit. On the other hand, could this be an opportunity to marry off one of his daughters to the noble King…? Stoat Hall will be at the Seckford Theatre at Woodbridge School from 10th until 21st January. For tickets visit: www.easternangles.co.uk or telephone to Box Office on 01473 211498

Volunteer

Make a difference this New Year and volunteer for your local hospice Why not do something amazing in 2017 and volunteer for St Elizabeth Hospice? The local charity is always looking for new people to join their incredible team of more than 1,100 volunteers, and offers a variety of volunteer roles, whether it’s in one of their 26 shops, at their highly popular fundraising events or in the hospice building itself, assisting on

Dance

There is a chance to release your inner Fred Astaire after watching local tap dancing classes show what they can do at Woodbridge Community Hall at 2.30pm on Sunday 29th January, while raising funds to support the vital work of Doctors Without Borders (MSF). Following a demonstration by the adult Beginners and Improvers classes held weekly in

Woodbridge and Otley, tutor Jill Streatfeild will invite anyone who wants to have a go to join in, learn a few basic steps and give tapping a try! There will be refreshments served, with books and pictures on sale, all raising money towards a revolutionary “inflatable hospital” to enable doctors to treat anyone in need in any location. Entry is free, but of course buckets will be available for donations and purchases. There is no need to book, although you can register your interest and find more at www.woodbridgetapdance.weebly.com or contact Jill on 07778 746315.

the ward, in day care or with administrative tasks. St Elizabeth Hospice is also keen to hear about skills and experience that volunteers can bring to the charity, creating and developing new roles to make use of volunteers areas of expertise. Find out more about volunteering for St Elizabeth Hospice, and view a full list of current vacancies at www. stelizabethhospice.org.uk/volunteer or talk to the volunteer team by phone on 01473 707016.

What to do in January & February…

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Dickens

A live dramatisation of one of Charles Dickens’ best-loved novels is coming to Woodbridge Library in early February. James Hornsby, a professional actor with over thirty years experience in the theatre, has adapted several Dickens novels into one-man plays. On Thursday 9th February he brings alive Great Expectations in a performance that has already wowed audiences at literature festivals and elsewhere. Apart from being a wonderful novel, Great Expectations is full of a splendid variety of characters. James will bring to life such creations as Magwitch, the Gargerys, Uncle Pumbelchook, Estella, Miss Havisham and, of course, our hero Pip. All are presented in costume and in the inimitable style of Dickens’ own legendary public readings. A review from the 2016 Ilkeston Literature Festival described this as ‘an amazing performance’. The drama on 9th February begins in the Library at 7pm and is suitable for young people as well as adults: children aged 10 and over will enjoy this. Tickets are £10 (or £5 for full-time students) and are available from the Library. Please call in when you are in town

Food

A new ‘food tourism’ trail will celebrate local food businesses and encourage visitors to explore undiscovered parts of east Suffolk. The ‘East Suffolk Food and Drink Trail’ will be developed by Suffolk Coastal and Waveney District Councils, supported by a Defra ‘Championing Food Tourism’ grant. Funding of £22,000 will help develop the trail, highlight key foodrelated destinations and encourage more visitors to the local area. Environment Secretary Andrea Leadsom said, “From independent butchers, bakers and farm shops to neighbourhood pubs, cafés and fine dining restaurants, east Suffolk already attracts thousands of visitors each year. I want food to be at the heart of our tourism trade which is why projects

or phone 01394 446510. Proceeds will go the Friends of Woodbridge Library to support the work of the Library.

like the East Suffolk Food and Drink Trail are so important in encouraging people to explore new areas, while also bringing a welcome boost to the local economy.” Cllr Geoff Holdcroft, Suffolk Coastal’s cabinet member for Resources and Tourism said, “We have a diverse range of shops, producers, cafés and restaurants along the coast and in our thriving market towns. Promoting artisan food producers and unique places to eat will attract visitors to east Suffolk throughout the year.” A series of interactive food trails will be available online, allowing visitors to explore the area and plan their visit before they arrive. As well as raising the profile of local food outlets and producers, the online trails will also link with other tourism trails, festivals and markets.

Escape. Our collection of twelve independent shops situated in repurposed Victorian industrial buildings provides a thoroughly different experience to shopping on the high street.

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Learning for leisure:

a great way to develop new skills and meet new people Learning isn’t just about exams and qualifications - it’s also about having fun, socialising and enjoying the pleasure of developing new skills. That’s the ethos behind Suffolk New College’s range of Leisure Learning courses, which offer a relaxed environment for those wanting to expand their knowledge. There are 15 subject areas, covering topics including life drawing, children’s book writing, Indian cooking and dressmaking. And every course shares one thing in common: there isn’t an exam to worry about! Enrolment is open for the non-qualification programmes starting in January, which work out at a cost of just £7 an hour and are taught in a social atmosphere. Classes take place for between two and three hours on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, with courses running for up to ten weeks. Software developer Michael Gibson, 27, enrolled on the Baking with Confidence course, he said, “I have always had a keen interest in cooking and baking. I thought it would be a good idea to make some new things and I have learnt a lot in the last few weeks. I like entertaining and cooking for my family and it is a lot of fun to do.” Tracey Bailey, Director of Communications at

Suffolk New College, said, “Our Leisure Learning programme has proved really popular. With courses working out at just £7 an hour, it’s an affordable way of broadening your skills and making new friends. “Learning for leisure can be fun and a great way to relax and socialise. It offers you the chance to develop an existing interest or learn something new, alongside other like-minded people. “Leisure Learning can also build your confidence and act as a stepping-stone back into more academic learning.” Further details can be found at www.suffolk.ac.uk or by emailing leisurelearning@suffolk.ac.uk. Alternatively, you can all the College on 01473 382738.

SUFFOLK NEW COLLEGE LEISURE LEARNING COURSES ARTISAN BREADS Thursday evenings, 6.00pm When: 19 January 2017 to 9 March 2017* Duration: 3 hours a week for 7 weeks Develop skills in foccacias, sourdoughs, soda breads, ciabiattas and more to extend your repertoire of interesting fresh baked breads to recreate at home. STYLISH DINNER PARTIES Wednesday evenings, 6.30pm When: 18 January 2017 to 1 March 2017* Duration: 2.5 hours a week for 6 weeks Extend your existing cooking skills to be able to create dinner party menus that are the envy of your friends! Develop skills in those little extras that make all the difference. Create canapés and stylish starters, add some extra pizzazz to your desserts and produce petit fours to round off the experience. SUGAR PASTE SKILLS Thursday evenings, 6.30pm When: 19 January 2017 to 16 March 2017* Duration: 2 hours a week for 8 weeks An introduction to using sugar paste to create eyecatching celebration cakes and decorations. Using current equipment and techniques such as cutters and embossers you will learn simple and modern modelling techniques. Decorating your own cake with a novelty design will also be included. SUGAR FLOWER SKILLS Thursday evenings, 6.30pm When: 27 April 2017 to 22 June 2017** Duration: 2 hours a week for 8 weeks Learn how to make sugar flowers and foliage and arrange them in to beautiful sprays to decorate your celebration cakes or to give as very special gifts. TAKING YOUR INDIAN COOKING TO THE NEXT LEVEL Friday afternoons, 2.30pm When: 20 January 2017 to 3 March 2017* Duration: 2 hours a week for 6 weeks Discover the next steps in developing your

Indian cooking skills by experimenting further with flavours through more adventurous spicing, developing more complex dishes such as biryani, and creating Indian desserts. INDIAN COOKING FOR BEGINNERS Friday afternoons, 2.30pm When: 12 May 2017 to 23 June 2017** Duration: 2 hours a week for 6 weeks An introduction to authentic Indian cooking for a new tasteful, flavourful and colourful experience in creating dishes. You will produce a range of dishes that include starters such as samosas and pakoras, as well as main dishes including chicken and vegetable curry and cumin rice. DRESSMAKING Wednesday evenings, 6.30pm When: 18 January 2017 to 29 March 2017* or 19 April 2017 to 28 June 2017** Duration: 2 hours a week for 10 weeks Learn how to design and create your own clothes through development of sewing, dressmaking and pattern cutting skills using commercial patterns. This course is intended for beginners and you don’t need experience to participate however basic machine sewing skills would be beneficial. INTRODUCTION TO TEXTILE CRAFTS Friday afternoons, 1.30pm When: 20 January 2017 to 31 March 2017* or 21 April 2017 to 30 June 2017** Duration: 3 hours a week for 10 weeks Is an opportunity to learn about a variety of textile craft choose from Batik, Natural Dyeing, Felt Making, Tapestry Weaving, Basic Quilting and Cushion Making. The end result is that you will make your own, unique product. This course is intended for beginners and you don’t need experience to participate. LIFE DRAWING Thursday evenings, 6.30pm When: 19 January 2017 to 30 March 2017* or 20 April 2017 to 29 June 2017** Duration: 2 hours a week for 10 weeks An informal step by step guide to drawing the human figure. Covering form, portraiture and

composition through a wide range of poses and using a range of media. Students will need to bring drawing pencils. PAINTING FOR ALL Friday afternoons, 1.30pm When: 20 January 2017 to 31 March 2017* or 21 April 2017 to 30 June 2017** Duration: 3 hours a week for 10 weeks Develop watercolour or acrylic techniques for painting and illustration. This course is suitable for beginners or those with some experience who want a refresher in painting techniques. PRINTMAKING Friday afternoons, 1.30pm When: 20 January 2017 to 31 March 2017* or 21 April 2017 to 30 June 2017** Duration: 3 hours a week for 10 weeks Develop skills in lino cut and dry point etching to enhance your artwork. This course is suitable for beginners or those with some experience who want a refresher in intaglio printmaking techniques. Participants do not need any experience of printmaking. INTERVIEW AND PRESENTATION TECHNIQUES Wednesday evenings, 6.30pm When: 11 January 2017 to 8 February 2017 or 1 March 2017 to 29 March 2017 or 26 April 2017 to 24 May 2017 Duration: 2 hours a week for 5 weeks Learn how to best present yourself on different media including face to face, telephone, skype and other media platforms such as radio or television. The course is suitable for people who want to improve their social presentation for business or work.

and legal requirements. Topics will include the psychology behind starting up your own business, processes involved, and creating your own business proposal. CHILDREN’S BOOK WRITING AND ILLUSTRATION Wednesday evenings, 6.00pm When: 18 January 2017 to 29 March 2017* or 19 April 2017 to 28 June 2017** Duration: 3 hours a week for 10 weeks Learn about the relationship between text and imagery and how to devise plot and characters for a children’s book that is exciting and appeals to young minds. The approach will allow you to take an existing story or create your own to illustrate will encourage students to develop their own individuality and imagination. The course will appeal for those who have not written a children’s book before who enjoy picture making and have an interest in storytelling. Students will be able to work individually or in pairs. CREATIVE WRITING Wednesday evenings, 6.30pm When: 18 January 2017 to 29 March 2017* or 19 April 2017 to 28 June 2017** Duration: 2 hours a week for 10 weeks Write a short story or outline for a novel - plot, pace and character development. This course is suitable for beginners or those with some experience of creative writing but wish to develop their skills. *excluding w/c 13 February 2017 **excluding w/c 29 May, 2017

STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS Wednesday evenings, 6.00pm When: 18 January 2017 to 29 March 2017* or 19 April 2017 to 28 June 2017** Duration: 3 hours a week for 10 weeks The course highlights the key issues to be considered, from marketing and sales to finance

Further details can be found at www.suffolk.ac.uk or by emailing leisurelearning@suffolk.ac.uk. Alternatively, you can call the College on 01473 382738. 9

I want to be Andy Murray when I grow up There is a lovely account of a conversation that a father had with his five year old son, a day or so after starting school. It is one of those discussions that one can only really have with a five year old: ‘Daddy, I like school.’

‘Great. It’s fun isn’t it?’

‘Yeah, but why do I have to go every day?’ ‘Because it will help you to learn stuff.’ ‘Why do I need to learn stuff?’

‘Because it’s important and it’s fun.’

‘Playing at home is fun. Why is it important?’ ‘Because it will help you to become clever.’

‘But mummy says that I am already clever. She says that I’m her clever little boy.’

‘You are darling, and if you work hard at school you will be able to get a good job when you are older.’

‘Will they teach me to be Andy Murray then, because that’s what I’m going to be when I grow up!’ And so the conversation goes on. Young children learn through imitation, play and roleplay and the amazing thing is they grow to do it naturally: it is how they acquire language. It is actually how they begin to make sense of the world around them. The power of a learning journey comes when a young person has a growing awareness of who they are and what they can do. The magic comes when our children grow to see that the skills they have and ones they are developing can make a positive difference to their world.

Montessori, said that ‘the greatness of the human personality begins at the hour of birth.’ She saw that children learn best by doing, and that happy, self-motivated learners form positive images of themselves as confident, successful people. She urged educators to foster independence and a love of learning from an early age. It is that love of learning, free from the worry of being wrong or making mistakes, that will truly empower our children today to become the best versions of themselves tomorrow.

One of the most important and innovative early years educators of the 20th century, Maria

Just ask Andy Murray. John Brett, Head of The Abbey & Queen’s House

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OPPORTUNITY “At all levels of the school, pupils’ attitudes to learning are excellent. They have naturally enquiring minds, eagerly express their own perceptive opinions and question probingly. They are enthusiastic and willing learners with a thirst for knowledge.” ISI Report 2016

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19th March 2017, 10am - 4pm The Hangar, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

Choosing the perfect Wedding Dress Some Helpful Tips

Picking out a wedding dress is most often a wonderful dream that most women have from a very young age. But when the time comes to actually do this, the task can get rather daunting, to say the least. Below you will find some very helpful tips to keep in mind when you go to pick out your wedding dress - the dress of your dreams! First of all, every woman is different in shape and size. No two women are the same. This is why it is important that you know what type of dress best flatters your shape and size. Remember: It is not just about the dress; rather, it is about how you look in the dress. Wearing a pencil thin strapless gown when you are overweight will not compliment your figure. Neither will choosing a large puffy dress if you are on the shorter side. There are countless styles of dresses available on the market today. The best way to determine what style dress looks best on you is to try on a variety of styles. After carefully examining what type of dress accents your best features and covers your flaws, you will have a better idea of what style to purchase. Another thing you should consider when picking out a wedding dress is the colour of the dress. Although this seems like a ridiculous thing to consider - because most brides wear white - this is something that should also be carefully assessed. Keep in mind that even white has many tones and shades. Some women will look wonderful wearing pure white. But for other women, an off-white, champagne, or ivory colour may look much more flattering. It all depends on the type of skin tone and hair colour you have, as well as the style of dress you are choosing. Sometimes, women with dark hair and olive skin will look amazing in an ivory or champagne coloured dress - especially if it has intricate beading on it. However, if the dress is plainer in style and

more modern looking, the same woman may look good in pure white. Remember that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. What you think looks superb may look less than attractive to someone else. This is why it is typically best to take at least one other person to pick out the dress with you. And, that brings us to a third point: taking someone with you to pick out the dress. If your mother (or mother figure) is alive and you have a good relationship with her, it is common that you would ask her to come along to choose a dress. And if you are keeping with tradition, you would also ask your future mother-in-law to come along as well. Any bridesmaids, best friends, or trusted confidantes are also usually chosen to go. However, some women prefer to go alone - it is all up to the bride and is usually based on the type of wedding that will take place.

It is also a good idea to bear in mind how you move in your chosen dress. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one thing to have the dress of your dreams that you look stunning in, however if you are finding difficult to sit, kneel etc in your chosen gown you will be in for an uncomfortable day. Remember that you will be wearing your dress all day, so make sure you feel comfortable in it as well as looking amazing. No matter what you choose to do, just remember that the final say about what dress to choose is up to you. It is your wedding day, and no one elseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s!

Wedding Open Day Sunday 19th February 12pm - 4pm

Wedding on a Budget Traditionally, the bride’s family paid for the costs of a wedding while the groom would incur the expense of the honeymoon. These days it is not uncommon to find many couples paying for their own wedding from their own funds. However, you don’t have to spend a fortune or go into debt to have a beautiful wedding. Determine the amount of your budget and stick to it. Here are some helpful tips to help you stay within your wedding budget. Wedding Dress • Avoid overly elaborate dresses because they will be more expensive.

Flowers • Purchase your flowers wholesale and just pay for the labour of a professional florist to arrange them.

• Look for your dress during prom season or consider wearing a bridesmaid dress. You can find a beautiful white or cream coloured dress that would be perfect for a wedding at a fraction of the cost of a traditional wedding dress.

• Arrange the flowers yourself. A bouquet made of all roses with a little eucalyptus filler and tied with ribbon makes a stunning bouquet and you do not need to be a professional to put this together.

• Look at the classified ads. Wedding dresses are generally only worn once so you can get a gently preloved dress at a huge cost savings.

Reception • Keep the number of guests down. You and the groom should look at the first draft of the guest list and carefully consider who can be taken off the list.

Photography • Find a photographer with reasonable hourly rates and pay only for the time to do your formal poses. You can then designate friends or family to take the candid shots throughout the rest of the reception.

• Have a cash bar instead of an open bar. Or you can also just provide wine and beer to keep the costs down.

• Put disposable cameras at each table with a note asking guests to take pictures to help you capture memories.

• Hold the ceremony and reception in the same location. You will be able to cut the cost of the location for the ceremony, decorations and transportation to the reception site. Gina Brown

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Wedding Day Worries One in 10 worry they’ll be jilted at the altar The biggest wedding day worry for one in 10 married Brits was being stood up at the altar, according to recent research.

Men were marginally more likely to fear this than women, and 18 to 24-year-olds (22%) were more than twice as likely to worry about their partner changing their mind than the average (10%). For the majority (36%) of Brits who have tied the knot in the past five years, the biggest wedding day fear was bad weather – something men were much more concerned about than women. Other wedding day fears included: something going wrong with the wedding dress or suit (13%); guests falling out (9%); getting cold feet and changing their own mind (9%); crying, fainting or tripping over during the ceremony (7%); and something going wrong with the catering (7%).

Pre-wedding stress

With venues, décor, catering, accommodation, transport and attire to fork out for, it’s perhaps no surprise keeping costs down came out top of the wedding planning stress list – 25 to 34-yearolds were most likely to get flustered about the financing. 18 to 24-year-olds (26%) were almost twice as likely as the average to stress over securing the perfect venue, with 25 to 34-year-olds least likely. More than double the men (9%) than women (4%) said sorting accommodation for guests was the most worrisome part of planning their big day.

Wedding Costs

Excluding extreme variables, the median amount couples in the UK spend on their wedding is £8,000.

With one in 10 Brits who tied the knot in the past five years forking out between £19,000 and £30,000 though, an £8,000 price tag is just a fantasy for some. 35 to 44-year-olds were most likely to spend in excess of £19,000. On the other hand, almost one quarter (23%) of financially savvy newlyweds said they managed to thrift their way to a wedding that cost £2,000 or less – significantly lower than the national average. From one extreme to the other, the cost of weddings greatly vary: When financing their big day, more than half (52%) of those who’ve tied the knot since 2011 said they paid for the event with money they had saved up. Just over a third (34%) said they received financial help from parents or other family members. Furthermore, 7% said they used credit cards and slightly fewer (6%) took out a loan – 18 to 24-yearolds were most likely to have taken out a loan to finance their wedding. Ian Williams, Ocean spokesperson, said, “The wedding industry is an expensive business. While you undoubtedly want to make it a memorable day, remember to only spend or borrow what you can afford. It’s all well and good having the perfect day, but if you’re left in a financial slump as a result of this, it may not be worth it in the long-term.” www.oceanfinance.co.uk

Giving Away the Bride

But who will give away the Groom? There are some funny traditions in British weddings. One of them is the “giving away” of the bride. The bride’s father is meant to hand his daughter over to the new most important man of her life. This is of course a rather old-fashioned idea, but it can, never-the-less, be an emotional moment for both father and daughter. So why are the mother and son deprived of such a ceremony? In modern times, isn’t the father daughter relationship quite similar to the mother and son relationship? When a girl is a baby, her father is the first man she ever gets to know. And this is the same with a baby boy and his mother. Yet somehow a “daddy’s girl” is a more acceptable fixture of modern life than a “mummy’s boy”. There are old sayings about this sort of thing. One saying goes that when a son marries, the mother loses a son, but when the daughter marries, the family gains a son. The implication behind this is might be that the daughter is better at staying in touch with the family, and bringing her own loved ones into the fold of her family. Perhaps it’s also suggesting that when a man marries, he wants to please his wife more than he now wants to please his mother. So maybe the mother of the groom should give away the groom at the same time as the father of the bride gives away the bride. On the other hand, maybe the mother doesn’t want to think she is losing a son. If the old saying above still holds true, then the father isn’t actually giving away the bride, he is in fact going to collect a son.

So, if we dissect more of these wedding traditions, and put them alongside old sayings, will we find that the opposite is true of many more of them? The throwing of the bouquet for example? Who knows. But even if some of these traditions stem from ideas that are now a little passe, it doesn’t mean that they can’t be enjoyed for the fun or the sentiment that they bring. For a father, giving away his daughter can be a very emotional and moving thing. It is the right way around, of course. It is like saying goodbye to your eighteen year old son or daughter before they go away to college or university. It is good that it is happening, and everyone is happy for everyone else, but still, a few tears might be shed. People like to laugh, and they also like to cry happy tears like this. So any tradition that creates either one of these responses, has to have it’s place in a good wedding day. Hasim Bham

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2017

r a e Y w e N New You

Grange Fitness & Performance Centre plans state-of-the-art expansion Matt Brennan, local award winning entrepreneur and gym owner, has revealed exciting plans for a new, state-of-the-art Grange Fitness and Performance Centre, close to existing premises in Martlesham. Background:

Grange Fitness & Performance Centre was established in 2002 as Grange Fitness Performance a boutique personal training centre and has evolved to a multi- function, modern fitness service using the most innovative techniques in the Health and Wellness Industry. It offers a fun, effective alternative for those disillusioned by the concept of a traditional gym environment. GFP offers a safe environment for adults and children to keep fit and healthy, as well as a little friendly competition; GFP is also home to the hugely successful Suffolk Punch Boxing Club, and Ipswich Weightlifting Club.

Currently located in Gloster Road, Martlesham, the ‘bigger and better’ Grange Fitness & Performance Centre will be moving to Betts Avenue and is due to open its doors in January 2017.

What the move can mean for to YOU:

The expansion means that GFP, which currently offers classes in CrossFit and boxing for both adults and children, can add a host of additional health and fitness options to its programme, including personal training, yoga and pilates. The ‘new look’ GFP will be spread across two

Open days January 14/15 Free classes Free sports massage Free personal training Please go online to book

floors and will also feature a brand new social area for members to interact and socialise, an aspect that has been key to the success of GFP so far. “People have been at the heart of GFP since it began” commented Matt. “The strong communityatmosphere that we have fostered over the years is second to none, along with the genuine friendships and support networks that members have formed with each other”. Alongside scheduled classes, the larger premises will also enable GFP to offer more flexible options

for members looking for a fitness solution to suit their lifestyle. These include a ‘drop in’ membership option for independent work-outs and a dedicated personal training area. The new yoga/ pilates studio will also be used for private sessions when not in use. To complement the range of fitness options on offer, members and non-members can also benefit from GFP’s in-house sports massage therapist as well as physiotherapy sessions and nutrition seminars designed to promote all-round health and wellbeing. www.grangefitness.co.uk

After Christmas, it’s time to look after ‘you’ can often be the key to release.” Get over Christmas! It’s worth looking back at your own lead up to Christmas to see what stresses you went through – the shopping, family pressures, completing work commitments, fitting in visits to friends and relatives, and worries about the cost of it all, can literally be a pain in the neck. “Psychological stress can exacerbate underlying weaknesses in the body’s framework and lead to muscle pain in the neck, shoulders and back”, says Andrew, adding that “stress can also magnify existing problems such as irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers, asthma, arthritis and hypertension”. Stress starts at the basic instinctual level with the ‘flight or fight’ response. Our bodies are geared to dealing with the everyday stresses of living, but if stress is extreme, unusual or long-lasting, the body’s normal mechanisms may not cope and blood pressure and glucose levels rise in preparation for ‘flight or fight’. You might have bottled this all up over Christmas and be holding in the tension, so health problems will often follow. New Year resolutions do not HAVE to start on New Year’s Day The first priority in the New Year is you. If you are not 100 per cent, you will not fulfill the challenge you have set yourself. If you are stressed at work or in the home, it will be hard to commit to your resolution. The new year is a time for checking yourself over: Find personal time to relax in your day. Listen to music, read a book or watch something funny on television. Unwind. Walk. This is an excellent way to relieve physical and emotional strain. Fresh air works wonders and a recent study demonstrated that walking 20 minutes per day is the single and most helpful activity for overall fitness and longevity. Write things down. List the pros and cons to help clarify an issue. Don’t let it go round and round in your mind. Andrew Gilmour with spinal physician Dr Simon Harley Enlist support. When you are feeling You may feel the need to recover from Christmas and have a little rest but that’s not possible if you’ve decided that your New Year’s resolution has to start on the first of January! This is a lot of pressure you put on yourself – to suddenly stop eating pies and crisps, or to give up alcohol, or to be more organised, or to go to the gym. But maybe after all the fun, time off and indulgence, this is the time to introduce some self discipline to achieve those enviable goals. The main thing is to make the goals achievable rather than so massive that all you do is set yourself up to fail! Andrew Gilmour & Associates in Melton, outside Woodbridge see many patients at this time of year who have had a physical and emotional lead up to the festive season and are still under stress after the apparent ‘holiday’. Shopping, finalising work, family politics and the sheer number of tasks to be achieved all take their toll. “We see people who come to us with aches and pains and also report a host of peripheral symptoms such as headaches, breathing changes, poor sleep patterns, lethargy, irritability and digestive problems”, says Andrew Gilmour. “They don’t realise that these symptoms are most probably associated with stress but recognition

ready for your New Year challenge – and it might be March before you are ready – enlist the support of friends and family. They can help you achieve your target - exercise with you, not offer you that drink, or slice of birthday cake at work. “Most of us know how much better we’d feel if we could stick to our New Year’s Resolutions”, says Andrew, “especially as they tend to involve eating and drinking less and doing more exercise! Stress levels and physical tension in the body will then subside too but it’s all about getting the right balance at the end of the day.” “And don’t forget to give yourself a ‘pat on the back’ each time you make a step towards the goal you have set. “Good luck and Happy New Year.”

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Redevelopments at local Leisure Centres Suffolk Coastal has embarked into a five year programme of redevelopment of the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leisure centres. The work is part of the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to improve our leisure centre offer and to encourage more people to become more active.

The new, modern leisure facility aims to increase the number of people participating including gym and pool users.

The new studio space also provides space for group exercise classes and has the flexibility of use for future trends in activities.

The plans include a larger gym, improved changing facilities and customer experience, studio space and a new health suite featuring a thermal spa.

The modern, innovative design proposals developed for Deben Leisure Centre will ensure that they will be fit for purpose for a 20 plus year period.

• Artist’s impression of the new Deben Pool & Fitness Centre

The next stages of the redevelopment programme

The planning application for the redevelopment will be submitted in the next few weeks with the full council then meeting in February 2017 to agree the Capital Programme for 2017/18. The final business case will then go to Cabinet in March 2017 with works expected to start in autumn 2017.

The health suite refurbishments will commence in the new year and will see an upgrade of it’s existing facility. For further information on our facilities and how to get active at one of our centres please visit www.placesforpeopleleisure.org

Further leisure centre redevelopments include Leiston Leisure Centre in 2018/19 & Felixstowe Leisure Centre in 2020+.

Felixstowe Leisure Centre refurbishment projects

Places for people are currently investing in upgrading the facilities with refurbishment projects at Felixstowe Leisure Centre. These works include the gym, soft play and health suite facilities as a result of the Suffolk Coastal District Council proposed development programme. The gym refurbishment includes the introduction of a functional training rig along with updated changing facilities. The soft play will see a new play structure accommodating babies, under 5’s, and over 5’s. There will also be an additional area set aside for crafts.

Deben Pool Station Road, Woodbridge IP12 4AU 01394 384763

Brackenbury Sports Centre High Road East, Felixstowe IP11 9JF 01394 270278

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Leiston Leisure Centre Red House Lane, Leiston IP16 4LS 01728 830364

For more information please visit www.placesforpeopleleisure.org Places for People Leisure Community Association Ltd. working in partnership with Suffolk Coastal District Council.

Exquisite spa in beautiful surroundings at Hintlesham The enchanting Grade 1 listed Hintlesham Hall has an exquisite spa within its beautiful, secluded grounds. Launched in November 2015, The Spa at Hintlesham has experienced a successful first year, with guests of the hotel and regular outside visitors alike continuing to come along and sample the extensive range of luxurious treatments the spa has to offer. The light and airy interior is fresh and inviting, and the team are welcoming and knowledgeable, making it the perfect getaway for a few hours of much needed “me time”.

and rejuvenate skin, The Spa at Hintlesham has it all. The therapists pride themselves on using top of the range products and treatments from prestigious brands such as Elemis, including Elemis facials designed to revive and freshen dull and tired skin, perfect after all the late nights and overindulgence of the party season. From firming facials for shaping and accentuating contours, to healing facials for calming sensitive skin, reducing blemishes and breakouts, clearing pores and rebalancing oily skin, a selection of treatments are available for restoring your skin’s natural radiance.

Designed to complement the historic hotel, the spa comprises three soothing treatment rooms, manicure and pedicure stations, a relaxation lounge and quaint outdoor terrace with a Jacuzzi. Nestled in the charming Suffolk countryside, surrounded by the authentic Georgian features of the famous Hall, this truly is a hidden gem.

Full body treatments and massages are great for soothing aching muscles, boosting general wellbeing and lifting your spirits. You can drain away your toxins and banish those winter blues with tension relieving full body massages, ideal for de-stressing and said to leave you feeling like you are walking on clouds. The ever popular holistic hot stone massage is perfect for relieving muscle tensions, increasing circulation and stimulating the lymphatic system, while the exotic and deep-

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cleansing salt scrubs and body wraps leave you with silky-soft, glowing skin. Individually tailored massages can also be enjoyed at the spa, such as the Mother-to-be-massage, designed to reduce anxieties and sooth muscles during the second and third trimester, helping both mother and baby to relax. To give your nails and cuticles a little TLC in the cold and damaging winter months, The Spa at Hintlesham offers a range of O.P.I. manicure and pedicure massage treatments, including gel varnish application and removal. Other beauty must-haves available at the spa include professional make-up appointments, threading and waxing hair removal treatments, eyelash and eyebrow tinting, and St Tropez tanning. So why not put your feet up, and enjoy a beautifying session at the spa with a glass of prosecco in hand. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not all about treats for the ladies, as they also offer a treatment list exclusively for men. Skin-boosting and energising facials are available for targeting tired, stressed and dehydrated skin, designed to unblock pores and help combat the effects of a hectic lifestyle to leave clean and clear skin. Or why not go all out and treat yourself to their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Total Time Out For Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; package, which includes a one hour facial plus a deep tissue massage to recharge muscles, rehydrate complexion, and generally improve overall body performance. Manicures and pedicures are also available for men, leaving the hands, feet and nails feeling extremely nourished. So for a spot of pampering, or an all-round revitalising treat for the senses, let the qualified and enthusiastic team of professionals at Hintlesham Hall look after you and welcome you to this delightful addition to the hotel. Or perhaps even treat yourself to an overnight stay in the stunning hotel itself and turn your trip to the spa into an utterly indulgent overnight experience. Start 2017 as you mean to go on, and look after your body and mental wellbeing. For more information, to book a treatment, an overnight stay, or to purchase vouchers, please call 01473 652334. Or contact spa@hintleshamhall.com

A trip to the dentist could save your life! Are you able to recognise the changes in your mouth? That’s the question posed by the UK’s leading oral health charity, the Oral Health Foundation, who wish to raise awareness of signs, symptoms and causes of the disease and to ensure that we all know how to act if we notice any changes inside our mouth. New research by the Oral Health Foundation shows that as few as 40% of us are able to identify the major symptoms related to mouth cancer, which include non-healing mouth ulcers, red or white patches in the mouth and unusual lumps and swellings. Dr Nigel Carter, CEO of the Oral Health Foundation, spoke on these alarming findings, “In the UK, mouth cancer cases have increased by 39% in the last decade alone and by 92% since the 1970s, it is one of a very small number of cancers which is actually on the increase and therefore something we all need to be very aware of. “Unfortunately survival rates have not improved in the last 20 years either, that is why it is vitally important that everyone is more Mouthaware. Mouth cancer can affect anyone so everybody needs to be able to recognise and act on the early warning signs in order to improve early diagnosis and help save lives which otherwise could be lost to this terrible disease. “Early diagnosis transforms a person’s chances of beating the disease from 50 per cent to 90 percent so it is crucial that everybody knows what to look

out for. If you have any of the warning signs of mouth cancer it is vitally important that you visit your dentists straight away, it could save your life.” Of great concern for the charity is the revelation that that nearly one in five (18%) people questioned said that they would not seek help from a dentist or doctor if they had a mouth ulcer lasting longer than three weeks. The Oral Health Foundation want everybody to be Mouthaware and speak to their dentists about mouth cancer. Your dentist will visually examine you for signs of mouth cancer during a dental check-up so it is the perfect opportunity to speak to them about the signs, symptoms and causes of mouth cancer and find out how to self-examine ourselves at home. Your dentist should be the first point of call for any problems or changes occurring inside the mouth. It is incredibly disturbing therefore that only one in five of us would visit our dentist with what is one of the major early warning signs of mouth cancer. Find out more information about the signs, symptoms and causes of mouth cancer at www.mouthcancer.org.

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Sugar - No No!!! First online lifestyle diet to beat obesity? With nearly two thirds of the British population being overweight or obese the majority of the population needs to try and correct the problem now before it leads on to problems caused by obesity which include diabetes 2, heart failure, kidney failure and a host of other health problems. However, finding the right diet has been difficult, if not nearly impossible. Many weight loss diets work for a short time but many people fail to keep the weight off. Some involve fasting which can be difficult in today’s busy world, while other’s involve strenuous exercise which for some people is a no go area such as people with a disability. The SugarNoNo Lifestyle diet is a simple solution to the problem, which doesn’t involve fasting or even going hungry. It does however involve discipline and you’ll need to make some sacrifices such as cutting out sugar loaded food and drinks but the SugarNoNo Lifestyle diet will guide you along the road to a slimmer and healthier life. The SugarNoNo Lifestyle Diet will help you free yourself and your family from the sugar dependency that has been forced upon you. It has been proven that sugar is more addictive than heroin and we all love the stuff (sugar that is). The problem is that sugar will load on the pounds faster than eating a pound of lard. Food and drink producers love sugar but hide the fact in the small print. Very few of us have the time to do the weekly shopping going armed with a calculator and a magnifying glass. We see something that looks nice on the packet and dump it in the basket without reading the small print or calculating just how much sugar has been added to suit our sweet tooth. Even products like

a hot curry (which we assume will be spicy rather than sweet) can be loaded with sugar. Sounds confusing we know but the SugarNoNo Lifestyle Diet plan will help you on the way to understanding the problem, losing weight and living healthier. The diet has been created and tested by Stephen Linden-Wyatt whose family suffer from Diabetes and many other health problems and disabilities. Stephen stated, “When my mother was diagnosed as suffering from type 2 diabetes I started to search for a diet online but found that there were a few books available but very little else. As both my parents and my sister are disabled, I do the bulk of cooking and was surprised to see just how much sugar is hidden in a product”. Stephen goes on to state, “It has taken me 18 months to develop cook and test all the recipes and thanks go to my family for being Guinea pigs as some didn’t end up as intended and ended up having sandwiches for dinner on more than one occasion.” The SugarNoNo lifestyle diet cost only £24.95 per family (user) and comes with the back-up of a community of fellow dieters, meal plans and over 100 tried and tested sugar-free recipes. More on the SugarNoNO diet visit www.sugarnono.co.uk

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Focus on your food to help limit climate change 2016 is set to be the hottest year on record with preliminary data indicating global warming reaching 1.2°C. As we get perilously close to the 1.5°C limit agreed at the Paris climate summit, Climates social network is calling on people to focus on food to help limit climate change and make their New Year’s resolution to go climatarian. “If you make just one New Year’s resolution for 2017, pledge to go climatarian,” says Biba Hartigan, Director of Climates. “Just a simple diet shift can have a really big impact. If everyone in the UK went climatarian it would cut 10% of the UK’s annual greenhouse gas emissions. It’s the easiest way for people to help the climate and it’s good for your health too.” Simply swapping beef and lamb for pork and poultry in your everyday meals knocks a whole tonne off your annual carbon footprint. That’s equivalent to the emissions from driving 3,500 miles or six short-haul flights but much easier to achieve. You don’t have to change your lifestyle or even your cooking habits. Reducing consumption of red and processed meat has been proven to lower the risk of heart disease and cancer. The latest meteorological data reveals that climate change is now an acute problem. It needs to be addressed with urgency at every level, government, business and individual. Food causes 24% of global greenhouse gases which is comparable to all the emissions from electricity and heat (25%) and far more than transport (14%). Food is where individuals have a significant role to play as a small change in diet can have a surprisingly large impact.

According to the World Meteorological Organisation, 2016 is set to be the hottest year on record with global temperatures even higher than the record-breaking temperatures in 2015. 16 of the warmest 17 years on record have occurred this century. Long-term climate change indicators are also continuing to break records: • Arctic sea ice is at its second ever lowest level. • Sea levels are rising faster. • Ocean warming has bleached half the Great Barrier Reef. Major weather events in 2016 included Hurricane Matthew which devastated Haiti, heavy flooding in North Korea, Fiji’s worst ever cyclone, Canada’s worst ever wildfire, flooding in the Yangtse basin, while India, Kuwait, Iraq and Iran saw temperatures soar to over 50°C. Despite global emissions levelling out, concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere continue to rise to new record levels. Urgent action is required now to reduce emissions and limit global warming to 1.5 degrees to prevent dangerous and irreversible climate change. The easiest and most effective action for individuals is to go climatarian. It’s not all or nothing. Even if you go climatarian half the time you’ll still be making a real difference. Pledge to go climatarian and watch your carbon savings grow day by day — www.climatarian.com

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Breast of guineafowl, wild mushrooms, Madeira mash, balsamic cream sauce Head Chef Alan Ford of Hintlesham Hall 6 Portions Ingredients 6x160g Guineafowl breasts 12

Baby leeks

Romanesco-cut into small pieces

6 ptns Curly kale-cooked 6 ptns Smooth mashed potato 2

Shallots-peeled and diced

150g

Wild mushroomswashed and slightly chopped

Â˝ tsp Grated fresh ginger 2 tbsp Double cream for the mash 50g

Butter for the mash

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Breast of guineafowl, wild mushrooms, Madeira mash, balsamic cream sauce

Method 1. Cook the Romanesco in boiling salted water until desired degree of cooking (I like to leave it a bit crispy), remove from water, plunge into cold water to stop it cooking, drain, refrigerate. 2. Cook the baby leeks, again to desired degree (for this dish I like to cook them all the way through so hardly any bite is left) then plunge into cold water, drain, refrigerate.

On the day

Season the guineafowl breasts, heat a small amount of vegetable oil in a frying pan, place the breasts in skin side down, cook for 2 minutes or until lightly browned, turn and seal on the other side. Place on an oven proof tray, pour cooking juices over and cook in a moderate to hot oven 200C/375F Gas mk 6, for 10 minutes or until no blood appears when pierced near the wing bone with a fork. Whilst the guineafowl is cooking, heat a small amount of olive oil in a frying pan, add the mushrooms and grated ginger, cook, add the curly kale and leeks, season and keep warm. Heat the mash, add the Madeira, butter and

3. In a small amount of vegetable oil sweat the shallots, then add the balsamic vinegar, cook until it has reduced by half, add the double cream, simmer until it starts to thicken, add the red currant jelly, remove from heat, allow to cool, refrigerate. EVERYTHING UP UNTIL THIS STAGE CAN BE PREPARED A DAY IN ADVANCE

cream, then add the chives, season and keep warm. Heat the romanesco in boiling water. Warm up and season the balsamic cream sauce, add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the finished sauce. Once the guineafowl is cooked, allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Place the leeks in the centre of each plate, place a pile of kale at the top of the plates, pipe or spoon mash onto the plate, place the guineafowl on top of the kale, scatter mushrooms over guineafowl and around the plate, place the romanesco at base of guineafowl, finish by pouring sauce around the guineafowl.

Colour psychology The Danish call it getting ‘hygge’ (which is pronounced more like hugger than higgy) - creating that quality of cosiness and contentment in the home. Designing this nest of warmth is never more relevant than in the cold winter months, yet there’s more to hygge than candlelight and cake. Colour on our walls – whether it be vibrant or calming - can play a central part in keeping those winter blues at bay.

calmer colours to help focus or calm the mind. “Reds, oranges and yellows are identified as warm colours which have been known to increase rapid eye movement and blood pressure. “Warm colours are good for promoting activity, conversation and stimulating appetite as well as being attention grabbing. Warm colours can trick the mind into thinking a space is warmer than it actually is and can create a cosy atmosphere, or be used in cold places to warm them up.

blank canvas. A neutral colour scheme is least likely to offend anyone because of its impartiality; colour is an emotional subject and neutrals are a safe common ground. You will often find neutrals used in hotels for this reason. “Creating interest and adding depth to a neutral colour scheme is simple – just vary the texture

“Personality type can determine how a person responds to warm and cool colours. Some may find warm colours overpowering while others may find cool colours cold and unappealing.

Here, the colour experts from Crown Decorating Centres share their knowledge of how to navigate a path to the perfect personal colour palette. What’s hygge home heaven for one is another’s nightmare. For some the design theme is minimalist while for others clutter and home comforts are the order of the day. The connection for both is the right choice of colour and execution of the design to achieve that all important individual feel. So understanding the psychology of colour is a great starting point in choosing the right hues to suit your needs and personality. Explains Crown’s colour specialist Kathryn Lloyd, “As a general rule social spaces suit warmer colours, whereas quiet areas suit cooler,

“Blues, aquas and some greys are seen as cool colours. Some blues (more towards purple) can be quite warm and are generally known for their calming characteristics. They can be beneficial for solitary thought which makes them particularly suited to study areas and bedrooms.

and tone of your colours and go to town with textured accessories.

“Blue is not a colour associated with foods – it’s never seen in nature so pure blue doesn’t stimulate the appetite and therefore would not be the most obvious choice to use in a dining room.”

“If neutrals are your preference, then selecting a range of monotone colours – which come from the same colour group but vary tonally – gives rise to a scheme which is very easy on the eye and can create a soothing effect.

Colour confidence does not come easily to everyone so for many modern homeowners, the neutral palette of white, greys, creams or stones are a great starting point to form the base for a co-ordinated home.

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The Big Garden Bird Watch just got even bigger, in fact, there will be a whole extra day to count the birds and other wildlife in our gardens over the Big Garden Birdwatch weekend at the end of January. In 2017 the world’s largest garden wildlife survey will, for the first time, take place over three days: Saturday 28th, Sunday 29th and Monday 30th January. Since it began 37 years ago the Big Garden Birdwatch has provided a snapshot of how the birds and other wildlife using our gardens are doing. Numbers of familiar birds like starlings and song thrushes fell again in the Big Garden Birdwatch last year. Despite being ranked number two in the Big Garden Birdwatch table, the number of starlings visiting people’s gardens has fallen by more than 80 per cent since the first Birdwatch in 1979, and less than half of us saw them in our gardens in East Anglia during the 2016 Birdwatch. It wasn’t all bad news though. The tiny longtailed tit flew into the Big Garden Birdwatch top 10 – for the first time in eight years – after the average number seen visiting gardens across the UK increased by 44 per cent, and the house sparrow remained top of the Big Garden Birdwatch rankings in Eastern England, as it was in the UK as a whole. “All of the data people send in from their Big Garden Birdwatch hours - even if they see nothing at all – is really important for building a picture of wildlife in gardens throughout the UK, including here in Eastern England.” Says the RSPB’s Rupert

Masefield. “Even in the smallest gardens though, you’d be surprised just how much wildlife there is when you stop and look.” As well as counting our feathered friends, the RSPB is once again asking us to log some of the other animals we see in our gardens. Grass snakes, hedgehogs, stag beetles, stoats and moles are all on the list of other wildlife the RSPB is keen to know about. Gardens and other green spaces are invaluable for many species – providing a safe habitat and enough food and water to survive – which are likely to have a significant effect on their populations. Having lost more than half of our hedgehogs in the last 50 years, we know that some of our favourite wildlife is in real trouble. Keeping track of changes in their numbers will be important if we want to help them. To take part in the Big Garden Birdwatch 2017, watch the birds in your garden (or local park, or at the office!) for one hour over the weekend. Only count the birds that land in your garden, not those flying over. Tell us the highest number of each bird species you see at any one time – not the total you see in the hour. For your free Big Garden Birdwatch pack, text BIRD to 70030 or visit rspb.org.uk/birdwatch

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Monthly Meeting, Martlesham Heath Aviation Society n 6th January Nik Coleman presents “Plane Resurrection” Tail wheels and Tears: The making of Series 1. A fascinating insight into the three year development of the series, with some hilarious anecdotes, and an exclusive preview of series 2 clips, Main Hall, Martlesham Heath Community Centre, Felixstowe Road, Martlesham Heath IP12 4PB, 7.30pm, Members £3, non-members welcomed at £4. Pay at the door on arrival, for more information see www.mhas.org.uk or call Howard on 01473 274300

Deben Flower Club Monthly Meeting n 10th January Treasured Moments a talk by Vicki Hease, Kirton Church Hall, Church Lane, Kirton, 7.30pm, visitors welcome, £4, 01394 448415 Suffolk Industrial Archaeology Society Meeting n 11th January The History of Ipswich Docks illustrated by the Ipswich Maritime Trust Image Archive, Speaker: Stuart Grimwood, Ipswich Transport Museum, Cobham Road, Ipswich, 7.30pm, Further information: 01473 405116

Jazz Fridays - Simply Sax by Mr Tim n 6th January, 10th February, 3rd March Lose yourself to mellow sounds of jazz with friends and family. Ufford Park, Near Woodbridge, 7.30pm, For more information on Mr Tim, please visit www.mrtimsaxophone.co.uk

Birdwatching for Beginners n 8th & 22nd January Visit RSPB Minsmere this year and learn how to identify a range of bird species which can be found. An RSPB guide will take you through all the steps for recognising the birds as well as showing you how to use binoculars. No previous experience needed. Please remember to bring your binoculars or you can hire a pair from the RSPB reception area, RSPB Minsmere, 10.30am, Tickets cost £8 per adult and £4 per child, plus the normal reserve entry fee.

Talk on the Three Principles by Mia Philips n 14th January Come along to this talk on The Three Principles and ‘How to get the most out of 2017’. From achieving your goals to resolving conflicts in relationships, increasing your peace of mind, or reducing stress and anxiety, this simple understanding of how our life experience is created from the inside out through Thought, Mind and Consciousness points us back to our innate wisdom and psychological wellbeing! Woodbridge Library, 10.15, Price for the talk is £5.00. To book, please email Mia Philips on mia.p@hotmail.co.uk. Suffolk Singers - Fundraising Concert For Teenage Cancer Trust n 21st January A varied programme of easy-listening music to suit all tastes also featuring Claire’s young singers and The Jam Sandwiches Jazz Group, Informal table seating to include a light supper of savoury and sweet refreshments, Please bring your own drinks, Woodbridge Community Centre, 7.30pm, Tickets £12.50 from 01394 279907

The Everyman Folk Club n 27th January The Everyman Folk Club with Ninebarrow, Jon Whitley and Jay LaBouchardiere combine breathtaking vocal harmonies and melodies. As well as crafting unique and engaging original material, Ninebarrow also take a wide-range of traditional folk songs and rework them in their own distinctive way. Exceptional singers and musicians, Ninebarrow are passionate about the stories behind their songs, combining their music with history and folklore. The Riverside Centre, Gt Glemham Road, Stratford St Andrew, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1LL, 8.00pm, with the bar opening at 7.30pm. Only £5 if bought in advance, otherwise £6 on the door (subject to availability). For advance ticket sales please contact Mary & Steve, Telephone: 01449 615523, www.wheatstone.co.uk/everyman

Farmers Markets Aldeburgh Farmers Market

Halesworth Produce Market

Aldeburgh Church Hall, 3rd Saturday of the month. From 9.00-12.30pm.

2nd Saturday monthly. Contact: 01223 457524.

Assington Farmers Market Held on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 10-2pm at The Barn, Assington, CO10 5LW.

Felixstowe Market Every Sunday, adjacent to Arwela Road, off Sea Road, 8am to 4pm. Clothes, household items, plants, books.

Framlingham Market Every Saturday in The Square.

Jimmy’s Farm Farmers Market Pannington Hall, Wherstead, 9am-1pm (1st Saturday of every month).

Snape Maltings Farmers Market 1st Saturday of each month from 9.30am to 1pm, with free car parking, shops, galleries and river walks.

Southwold Farmers Market Adnams Cellar and Kitchen Store. Every Friday 9am-12.30pm.

Woodbridge Farmers Market Woodbridge Community Hall, 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, 9am-1pm.

80’s & 90’s Disco n 27th January Join Ufford Park for their first disco of 2017! Dance the night away to the sounds of the 80’s and 90’s £8.50 per person, Tickets MUST be purchased in advance by calling 01394 383555. Chips and chilli nachos will be available to purchase at the bar until 10pm. Fancy dress optional, Limited seating available, These disco evenings are very popular, so book tickets early to avoid disappointment!

Valentine’s Tribute and Dinner n Saturday 11th February Share this special moment with the one you love and enjoy a delicious 3 course dinner, followed by live music from Kai McKenzie performing as Michael Buble, and sounds from resident DJ ‘Flame Entertainments’. £42 per nonmember £39.50 per member, Ufford Park, Near Woodbridge, 7.30pm - 12.30am, Booking is essential is essential 01394 383555

Tin River at The Sorrel Horse n 13th February Tin River are a very popular trio from Bungay/ Beccles. Their repertoire combines instrumentals with accompanied and unaccompanied harmony singing. Their music comes from the traditions of England, Ireland, and Scotland, with occasional forays into French Canada, France and America. They play a great selection of songs and tunes on melodeon, whistle and guitar. The Sorrel Horse, Shottisham

Winter Wedding Fayre n 5th February THE Wedding Fayre at the gorgeous Trinity Park is now in its 11th year and is one of the best established and most popular wedding fayres in Suffolk. Every year 100′s of engaged couples find everything they need for their wedding day at this superb wedding fayre. With a wide selection of superb wedding suppliers we aim to have everything you need for your perfect wedding. Beautiful bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses magnificent menswear, heavenly harpists, fabulous photographers, classy jewellery & wedding rings, tiaras and shoes, superb cakes, starlit dance floors, discos and marvellous musicians, videographers & booths, wedding cars, Sensational florists, superb make-up artists & hairdressers, venue decorating and balloons, wonderful wedding stationery, outside bars, sophisticated chair covers, caterers, wedding venues, the registration service, chocolate fountains, creative children’s crèche and talented toastmasters, Trinity Park, Ipswich, www.theweddingfayre.net

Preparing Fish n 15th February Everyone’s nightmare made easy with simple tips from our head chef Danny. Learn how to fillet, debone and cook delightful seafood. At the Crown at Woodbridge, for more information email reception@thecrownatwoodbridge.co.uk, visit www.thecrownatwoodbridge.co.uk or call 01394 384242, Suffolk Cruise Show n 7th March Deben Travel’s Suffolk Cruise Show featuring a selection of leading Ocean and River Cruise lines on Tuesday 7th March 2017. Milsoms, Kesgrave Hall from 4pm – 7pm. Come along for inspiration, advice, and special offers for regulars as well as those new to cruising. To receive your FREE invitation please pop in to Deben Travel, call on 01394 615620 or download your tickets from https://suffolkcruiseshow.eventbrite.co.uk.

On the Big Screen New and Forthcoming Movie Releases A Dogs Purpose the story of a dog who goes through four reincarnations as different dogs. He is seeking “a dog’s purpose in life” in his different reincarnations. In his first incarnation, he is a mutt named Toby; in his second reincarnation, he is a Golden Retriever named Bailey; in his third reincarnation, he is a female dog with the name of Ellie; and in the last reincarnation, he is a Black Lab and his name is Buddy. It is in his last life that he discovers the real purpose of a dog.

Patriots Day Based on accounts from the 2013 bombing, which killed three and injured 264 others. In the aftermath of the attack, Police Sergeant Tommy Saunders (Mark Wahlberg) joins courageous survivors, first responders and investigators in a race against the clock to hunt down the bombers before they strike again. Starring Kevin Bacon, John Goodman, J.K. Simmons and Michelle Monaghan this visceral and unflinching chronicle captures the suspense of one of the most sophisticated manhunts in law enforcement history and celebrates the strength of the people of Boston. A United Kingdom A United Kingdom is the true story of the forbidden love of King Seretse Khama of Botswana (David Oyelowo) and Ruth Williams (Rosamund Pike), a white woman from London, which caused an international uproar when they decided to marry in the late 1940s just as apartheid was being introduced into South Africa. It was a decision that altered the course of African history.

A Land of Mine As World War Two comes to an end, a group of German POWs, boys rather than men, are captured by the Danish army and forced to engage in a deadly task – to defuse and clear land mines from the Danish coastline. With little or no training, the boys soon discover that the war is far from over.

Coming Soon… The Shack — March Beauty & The Beast — March

Going in Style — April The Lost City of Z — April

What we are reading… Tom’s Daily Plan – Tom Daley

As an Olympian, Tom knows all about staying healthy, fit and positive, Now he’s ready to share my secrets with you. With over 80 quick and easy recipes so you and your family can eat well from breakfast until bedtime, with feasts and treats for every taste Tom’s Daily Plan is the perfect book if you’re looking for a healthier lifestyle. Included are his super-effective daily workouts and brilliant ‘life-hacks’ for a healthy, balanced body and mind that’s specifically designed to fit around you and your busy lifestyle. Get a leaner, stronger, healthier you in no time!

Big Little Lies – Liane Moriarty

Million copy selling author of The Husband’s Secret, Liane Moriarty, brings us another addictive story of secrets and scandal. It was always going to end in tears, but how did it end in murder? Single mum Jane has just moved to town. She’s got her little boy in tow - plus the secret she’s been carrying for five years. On the first day of the school run she meets Madeline - a force to be reckoned with, who remembers everything and forgives no one - and Celeste, the kind of beautiful woman who makes the world stop and stare, but is inexplicably ill at ease. They both take Jane under their wing - while careful to keep their own secrets under wraps.

Still Whispering After All These Years: My Autobiography – Bob Harris

Bob Harris first became known as the face of the 1970s live music TV show The Old Grey Whistle Test and his infectious enthusiasm for music and ability to discover new talent has seen him become a national treasure. He continues to be a household name today and his velvety voice can be heard on Radio 2’s The Bob Harris Show and Bob Harris Country. Featuring a 16-page full-colour plate section and foreword by Robert Plant, Still Whispering After All These Years is a frank, vibrant and inspiring tale of one of the most influential names on the radio and reveals the story of the man behind the voice.

Nigel: My Family and Other Dogs — Monty Don

When Monty Don’s golden retriever Nigel became the surprise star of BBC Gardeners’ World inspiring huge interest, fan mail and his own social media accounts, Monty Don wanted to explore what makes us connect with animals quite so deeply. In many respects Nigel is a very ordinary dog; charming, handsome and obedient, as so many are. He is also a much-loved family pet. He is also a star. By telling Nigel’s story, Monty relates his relationships with the other special dogs in his life in a memoir of his dogs past and very much present. Witty, touching and lifeaffirming, Nigel: My family and other dogs is wonderfully heart-warming. Monty Don is a great writer coming out of the garden and into the hearts and homes of every dog lover in the UK.

Eating Out…

Mexican Restaurants

Our Top Rated Eateries in and around Ipswich

Chinese Restaurants

Aqua Eight 8 Lion Street 218989 Berridges 4 Dial Lane 225525 Bistro on the Quay 3 Wherry Quay 286677 Lanterns 16 Falcon Street 230185 Buttermans Woolverstone 780803 Church’s Hatton Court 219138 Dhaka Restaurant 6 Orwel Place 251397 The Fountain Tuddenham St Martin 785377 Hintlesham Hall Hintlesham 652334 Mariners Neptune Quay 289748 K Bar and Grill 33/7 St Nicholas St 215721 Last Anchor Haven Marina 214763 The Manor Restaurant Belstead 684241 Milsolms at Kesgrave Kesgrave 333741 Quayside 12 Regatta Quay 218811 Salthouse Harbour Salthouse Quay 226789 Seckford Hall Woodbridge 01394 385678 The Townhouse 4A Orwell Place 230254 The Valley Fynn Valley Golf Club 785202 Ufford Park Hotel Melton 01394 383555 @twentyfive 25 St Nicholas St 287625

Wine Bars and Bistros Arlingtons Bowmans Church’s Curve Bar Degero Isaacs K Bar and Grill Poets Bistro The Waterfront Arthur Ransome The Wine Bar

13 Museum St Falcon Street Hatton Court 58 Princes Street 11 St Nicholas St 7 Wherry Quay 33/7 St Nicholas St 1 Arcade St 15 Regatta Quay Tower Street 10 Tacket St

Indian Restaurants A Passage to India Gandhi Indian Palace Keralam Maharani Masha Orissa Sonar Bangla Balti Taj Mahal Zaika

27-29 Fore St 8 St Peter’s St 39 Upper Orwell St 24 St Helens St 46 Norwich Rd 200 St Helens St 10-12 St Nicholas St 37 Woodbridge Rd 40-42 Norwich Rd 17 St Nicholas St

Fusion Restaurants Mizu Noodle Bar

10 Cornhill

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281110 286058 212414 288599 232266 255236 232439 210763 210722 210110

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Chimichanga

East Ocean Golden Dragon Mister Wing No.96 Trongs

Cardinal Park

25 Fore St Cardinal Park 7 St Helen’s St 71 St Matthews St 23 St Nicholas St

Thai Restaurants Baipo Thai Kwan Thai

63 Upper Orwell St 14 St Nicholas St

254112

255545 232888 212885 679272 256833

218402 253106

Moroccan/Lebanese Restaurants Casablanca

12 Tacket St

Brazilian Restaurants Rios Brazil

28 Gt Coleman St

Turkish Restaurants Alaturka

9 Gt Coleman St

Leading Cafés Caffé Basso Coffeelink Danceeats! Café Saints Café Bar The Sanctuary Patisserie Valerie

18 Tacket Street Neptune Marina Foundry Lane 3 St Peters St St Nicholas Centre 19 Buttermarket

National Chains

Ask Frankie & Benny’s Loch Fyne Nandos Pizza Express Pizza Express Zizzi

Cardinal Park Cardinal Park 1 Duke St Cardinal Park 24-26 Lloyds Ave 13 Regatta Quay 11/13 St Nicholas St

Ipswich Public Houses

871586

222335

233448

288222 210620 295230 251438 298508 212392

210443 231732 269810 211668 212651 288600 230055

The Black Tiles Martlesham 624038 The Brewery Tap 1 Cliff Road 225501 The Dove St Helens St 211270 The Fat Cat 288 Spring Rd 726524 Gardeners Arms Sports Bar 77 Fore Hamlet 284000 The Greyhound 9 Henley Road 252862 Mambos 4-6 Queens St 219228 The Spread Eagle 1-3 Fore Street 256093 The Woolpack 1 Tuddenham Rd 253059

Woodbridge Eateries (01394)

The Anchor Quay Street 382649 The Angel Theatre Street 383808 Crown Hotel Thoroughfare 384242 East Coast Diner 2 Church Street 389076 The Galley Market Hill 380055 Grove House Hotel Grove Road 382202 Golden Panda Cumberland Street 384493 The King’s Head Market Hill 387750 Notcutts Gdn C’tre Ipswich Rd 445400 Olde Bell & St’yard 103 New Street 382933 Riverside Quayside 382587 Savola at The Bull Hotel Market Hill 382089 Seckford Hall Hotel Woodbridge 385678 Wild St’berry Café 19a Market Hill 388881 Ufford Park Hotel Melton 383555 The Plough Sutton 411785 The Duke of York Woodbridge 386347 The Old Mariner New St 382679 The Royal Bengal 4-6 Quay St 387983 The Table Quay St 382428 The Castle Bredfield 385927

Eateries Further Afield! Aldeburgh (01728) The Brudenell Hotel The Dolphin Fish & Chip Shop The Lighthouse Regatta Restaurant The Wentworth The White Lion

The Parade 452071 Thropeness 454994 High Street 452250 77 High Street 453377 171 High Street 452011 Wentworth Rd 452312 Market Cross Place 452720

Bromeswell (01394) The Unruly Pig

Orford Road

Dunwich 648219

Felixstowe (01394) The Alex Cafe Bencotto Orwell Hotel

123 Undercliff Road 128 Hamilton Road Hamilton Road

Framlingham (01728) The Lemon Tree The Crown

3 Church Street Market Hill

Southwold Pubs (01502) Harbour Inn The Lord Nelson The Sole Bay Inn

Orford (01394)

Butley Oysterage Market Hill 450277 Crown and Castle Orford 450205 The Froize Inn The Street, Chillesford 450282 The Jolly Sailor Quay St 450243 The Kings Head Front St 450271 Lady Florence River Cruises 07831 698298

Saxmundham (01728) The Bell Hotel

High Street

602331

Stour Valley Area (01206)

460310

Dunwich (01728) The Ship Inn

Eating Out…

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The Boathouse milsoms Le Talbooth Bildeston Crown The Sun Inn

Snape (01728) Plough & Sail The Crown

Mill Lane, Dedham 323153 Stratford Rd, Dedham 322795 Gun Hill 323150 High Street 01449 740510 High Street, Dedham 323531

Snape Maltings 688413 Snape 688324

Thorpeness (01728) 621232 723521

Hotel & Golf Club

Lakeside Ave

Walberswick (01502) The Bell Inn

Ferry Road

452176

723109

Backshore 722381 East Street 722079 East Green 723736

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