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Young players meet the Tigers!

Young players from Hadleigh Rugby Club recently honed their skills with the professionals at 10-time English champions Leicester Tigers. The group from Suffolk took part in a Tigers Matchday Coaching Clinic and then joined a 20,000strong crowd for the Aviva Premiership fixture against London Irish at Welford Road.

Tigers Matchday Coaching Clinics allow teams to work with Tigers coaches to develop their individual and team skills, as well as taking tips and techniques with them to work on in the rest of the season. The players also had an opportunity to quiz Tigers forward Will Evans about life in professional rugby and then they soaked up the matchday atmosphere at Welford Road and watched the professionals in action.

They even managed to follow in the players' footsteps by having a team photo taken on the famous turf at half-time in front of the crowd. Craig Spooner, a coach at Hadleigh, accompanied the team for their photo alongside Tigers prop Pat Cilliers and said: “We’ve had a fantastic day at Leicester Tigers and the day was organised really well from the start. “The lads loved coming down to Welford Road to soak up the atmosphere so everyone’s had a great time.”

Hadleigh RFC with Pat Cilliers at Welford Road

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Diamond - Lites Majorettes The Christmas party/tea with Santa held at Parkside went very well and everyone who attended had a great time. We will be doing this event again this December. We would like to say a big thank you to Kieron and Alice for hosting the light up event and for all their hard work. We would also like to thank the Thrift Shop for their kind donation. Nearly £900 was raised over the 2 events and the donation from the Thrift Shop. Thank you to all the volunteers and to everyone who came along and donated their hard earned cash. This money will go towards new equipment. The girls are busy perfecting their routines for their 1st competition in March.

If you think you would like to learn the skills of baton, mace, poms and flag twirling and dancing to the latest music whilst keeping fit, making new friends and having a complete blast then please feel free to check us out. We welcome boys and girls aged 5 and over (adults very welcome). We train at the Ansell centre Hadleigh on a Thursday night and Elmsett village hall on a Monday night. We are an equal opportunities group, all committee members and trainers are DBS checked, safeguard trained and all members fully insured.

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Whatfield CEVCP School are once again celebrating excellent results in the schools performance last year.

Results show that pupils, from whatever their starting point make excellent progress due to the fantastic teaching and learning evident at the school. This doesn’t always show in published data, as the numbers involved are small and therefore suppressed, but individual published data confirms the schools continuing success.

We are still a very small school, but are now 44 pupils, large for us, and this popularity together with our partnership with Bildeston Primary school, gives us confidence for the future. We ensure our curriculum is exciting and innovative, especially as we are the only school locally to teach the international primary curriculum.

Pupils were excited to find their French lessons were even more inspiring recently as they had the chance to taste all things French, including snails, which were actually a very popular treat! Our recent visit to Duxford ensures pupils were taught about history within living memory, and they thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to explore the aircraft at the museum.

Sporting success continued this year, with the success of our dodgeball team, and also opportunity for three excellent gymnasts to enter an elite gym competition in Harlow later in the month. The pupils have worked hard to develop an interesting and challenging routine. Cross country at Hadleigh High was another highlight of the Autumn term, and individuals love the opportunity to challenge themselves against their personal bests, as well as against the other teams.

We always have lots of exciting activities to look forward to, and as always, if you would like to visit us and have a look round our lovely school you are very welcome. Please do telephone 01473 823 309 or email admin@whatfield.suffolk.sch.uk to make an arrangement to meet us.

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Brett Valley Review Issue 2

Issue 2

Winter 2017-2018

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(Winter 2017-2018) Issue 1 of Brett valley Review was received

by Suffolk Local History Council as ‘an attractive, accessible and very well researched local history magazine and is highly recommended’, something to live up to in Issue 2. I hope that you will find the historical miscellany of interest starting with Monks Eleigh parishioners attending the church court at Hadleigh on matters of morality, Sabbath breaking and probate of wills and ending with the graceful village sign at Milden, with the river itself ‘from source to sea’ the subject of the colour feature. Other articles include moving house at Kersey, a charity providing bread or fuel at Preston St Mary and the site of Cosford, which gave its name to one of the districts through which the Brett flows.

An interesting character is Revd John Clubbe of Whatfield (rector 1735-1773), whose circle of friends included artist Thomas Gainsborough and William Hogarth. John wrote satirical works, the most famous being The History of Antiquities of the Ancient Villa of Whatield, which has caught out many people over the centuries thinking it was a true history of Whatfield. However, it still makes an interesting read. Your letters, photographs and memories of the communities in the Brett valley during the recent past and articles relevant to their history are most welcome. Please let me know if you would like an aspect of local history investigated and I will do my best.

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6000 copies of The Village Edition Magazine are delivered to homes during the first week of each month in Lavenham, Capel St. Mary, Kersey, Bildeston, Chelsworth, Boxford, Milden, Edwardstone, Groton, Whatfield, Monks Eleigh, Elmsett, Hintlesham, Polstead, Newton Green, Raydon, Hitcham and other outlets in these areas.

We warmly welcome all your contributions of articles, letters, sports reports, events and photographs, just email or send to the address below and it will appear in the next issue.

Deadline for copy is the 18th of each and every month A total of 18800 copies of these Community News Magazines are delivered during the first week of each month

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Hadleigh Boxford Group Practice Patient Participation Group PPG Open Meeting After our AGM on Tuesday January 30th we will be starting to make plans for an Open Meeting which will give patients an opportunity to meet members of the PPG and to hear about developments in the practice and in the National Health Service in general. Watch this space for more information in the coming weeks.

Coping with dementia At our next meeting we will be welcoming a new member who will be telling us about his efforts to help people in the community who have concerns about dementia.

The Virtual PPG We are still signing up people for our virtual group. Do look at our website and let us know if you are interested in taking part and providing feedback on issues affecting the practice.

For further information or if you would like to join us please contact Lindsay Panton, PPG Chair on 01473 823503 or at hadleighboxfordppg@gmail.com or Tracey Squirrell, Practice Manager on 01473 820127 tracey.squirrell@nhs.net

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Hadleigh Physiotherapy February News Check out our brand new Gift Voucher……now you can purchase one of these at any time of the year not just Christmas! And with Valentines Day just around the corner, what better way to show your love. Our Gift Vouchers can be redeemed against any service or product here at Hadleigh Physio. Please call the practice on 01473 810185 to find out how you can purchase one.

More news…In January, we bid fond farewell to Chris Paine who left us for the big smoke of London! We wish him the very best in his new endeavours and the future.

In February, Hadleigh Physio welcomes Helen Forth Physiotherapy and JL Physiotherapy (James Leathers) to the practice. Helen specialises in Women’s Health Physiotherapy whilst James will be providing Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Acupuncture. Further information can be found on our website but keep watching this space to find out more about Helen and James.

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The Ansell Memories Café need a Cook!

The Memories Café support families to live well with dementia, the club runs on a Thursday from 11am to 3pm each week. We are looking for a cook to make a very simple but tasty lunch for around 25 people each week. An example menu would include soup, sausage, mash and peas and a jacket potato. Contracted Hours 11:00am to 1pm, £7.50 per hour (employment will be with South Suffolk Leisure). Working to become a dementia friendly community.

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Nayland Horticultural Society Notes for your diary!

The Spring Show is on the morning of Saturday 24th March 2018 at the Church Hall, Bear Street, Nayland. Come along for coffee, cake, raffle and a friendly chat! Everyone is welcome to have a go at exhibiting daffodils and other Spring flowers. The schedule is available from Trevor Smy at 28 Harper’s Estate, Nayland, CO6 4LB, telephone: 01206 262022 or e-mail him at trevor.smy@gmail.com or via the website.

Nayland Horticultural Society Our Spring Speaker is Ian Seager who will be talking about Wildlife Gardens and Conservation on 27th March. This is held in the Church Hall, Bear Street, Nayland, 7.30pm for 8 o’clock start and it is Free! All welcome but get there early as the hall fills quickly!

Nayland Horticultural Society’s AGM is due to take place in the Church Hall, Bear Street, Nayland on 17th April. There is usually coffee, a raffle and a Fun Quiz with a horticultural twist to test your gardening knowledge and win a prize! Come along and meet other like-minded, green-fingered folks!

Why not join us? Single membership is £3 per annum, joint £5. Contact Trevor or Margaret Smy, details on the website.

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News from Kersey School

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Squirrels (Reception) This half term, Squirrels have been learning all about superheroes! So far we have really enjoyed the book 'Superworm.' We have been measuring 'Superworms' as well as measuring ourselves, finding out who is the tallest and who is the smallest in the class. The classroom has also been subject to a 'baddie' who has been stealing our toys! The children have been busy creating and designing traps in order to catch the thief. Hopefully we will catch them soon! Later this half term, we look forward to a Superhero day where we also invite parents in to share lots of fun activities!

Hedgehogs (Years 1 and 2) We had a busy end to 2017. In December we performed our Nativity "Angel Express" to the rest of the school, our families and the village. We also took part in lots of Christmas activities including a trip to the panto and an exciting visit from Father Christmas.

This half term we are learning about toys and are looking forward to a visit to Hollytrees Museum in Colchester in a couple of weeks. We have learned how the toys and games we play are different and the same to those in the Victorian times. In DT we have made our own teddies, toy cars and peg dolls and in PE we have learned a dance about a Magic Toybox.

Badgers (Years 3 and 4) In Badgers class this half term we have started our new topic of Egypt. So far we have created our own pyramids and we are researching the story of Tutankhamen. We are excited to be writing newspapers from when his tomb was discovered in 1922.

We have been getting messy in Science this term by looking at teeth. By using mirrors and clay we have created our own sets of teeth. We also watched a video by The Singing Dentist which inspired us to write our own raps about keeping our teeth nice and clean. We are also really excited about our class trip to the British Museum in March.

Owls (Years 5 and 6) Owls have enjoyed a 'green' start to the term, with a visit to the Energy from Waste site at Great Blakenham. We learned so much, in particular about how our household waste is used to power homes in Suffolk, and how nothing is wasted on site at all - even the ash is used for road surfaces! We have also learned about single-use plastic and how it is destroying natural habitats in our country and around the world. We are looking forward to the rest of our topic on recycling- we are busy making lots of recycled goods to sell in March. Our parents have been very helpful in giving us their recycling to use!

If you would like to know more about Kersey school or would like to arrange a visit please ring the office on 01473 823397, email: admin@kersey.suffolk.sch.uk or visit our website: www.kersey.suffolk.sch.uk

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If you would like to join us for a taster session during the year please come along to Polstead Village Hall, the second Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm.

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News from The Station In recent weeks the policing area that we cover from Hadleigh Police Station has been hit quite hard with: 1) Thefts from Motor vehicles, and 2) Burglaries, so in light of this I have some helpful tips for you, together with stickers that can be obtained from the Police Station and/or myself.

Commercial Vehicles are being targeted by criminals, there has been a recent increase of vehicle crime in this area involving theft of tools and equipment from unattended vans. Vans are used for all work requirements and as a result transport a range of technical goods, tools and equipment. These items are often valuable and easily sold on by criminals. To avoid property being stolen from your van ensure all valuable items such as tools are removed from the van overnight. Take steps to reduce the chances of your vehicle being targeted. We need to know about any suspicious activity around parked vehicles. Please contact us on the usual numbers at the bottom.

Tips on how to protect your vehicle: Park your vehicle in a secure area (in a garage or behind locked gates if possible). If you park it on a driveway, consider installing motion activated lighting and CCTV. If you do not have the above, park it in a well lit, populated area. Where possible empty your vehicle overnight and lock equipment/tools away in secure place. Forensic security marking kits are available to mark your property / UV pens can be obtained from the Police Station. Fit vehicle security equipment within your vehicle. Use high visibility signage to deter thieves by stating that no valuables are stored in the van overnight. Be aware of people acting suspiciously nearby.

Please see the images which show the Stickers that are available from The Police Station.

With regards to Burglaries – never leave an open invitation, Close it, Lock it, Check it. The most common factors officers find when investigating burglaries are:- Back gardens are accessible (ie back gates not locked, fences not high enough). Items left in gardens used to force entry (ie bricks, garden tools). Lack of security lighting – install dusk to dawn lighting. Lack of lights left on in the house when unoccupied. Keys left in locks.

Security mark your valuables with your house number and post code, take photos of valuable items and note serial numbers, register your property FREE on www.immobilise.com to improve your chances of getting it back if lost or stolen.

Always lock all doors and windows; Secure your back garden by locking gates with closed shackle padlocks and having 6ft fences; Leave lights and a radio or tv on to make your home look occupied; Do not leave valuable items on display; Avoid keeping valuable jewellery in the master bedroom – hide this in different rooms around your home (and not in the most obvious places); Consider having a burglar alarm and / or CCTV fitted.

Whilst these incidents do not occur very often, taking these steps to minimalise the risk of theft and burglary will help reduce these crimes happening within our area.

Please feel free to contact me if you would like any further information or indeed leaflets/stickers etc.

Until next time, my contact details are : PCSO 3173 Julia Bignell, Hadleigh Police Station, Magdalen Road, Hadleigh. IP7 5AD Emergency: 999 non-emergency: 101 Email: hadleigh.snt@suffolk.pnn.police.uk

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Adrian Stohr, husband and father of three, hit the headlines over his dramatic weight loss and has continued to dedicate his time to the charity who gave him a second chance in life and to do something good for those who need it most.

The charity Children with Cancer UK was set up by the O’Gorman family when two young members succumbed to this tragic disease and was visited and then later inaugurated by Lady Diana Princess of Wales on the 12th January 1988 at the Mill Hill Secondary School. She continued to support and remain a source of inspiration to the charity until her death in 1997. The charity has just continued to grow and has now raised over £220 million towards the research and funding of childhood cancer. Adrians passion and the need to do something great just does not come close to the sheer bravery of these little children and young babies who face the biggest fight of all.

Adrian has left no stone unturned with the organisation his fourth Black Tie and Posh Frocks Charity Ball and this year he says not only is it going to be the biggest ever but he has a surprise in store! Coming along to perform this year is Dave Finnegan from the film ‘The Commitments’. Twenty Six years on, neither time, age, nor music has managed to tame one of the soul survivors of that iconic film.

No one could ever have predicted the huge success of Alan Parker’s black comedy which helped to launch the rebirth of true soul rhythm ‘n’ blues.

Everyone can remember the charismatic character portrayed by Andrew Strong, however for 10 years since the film, Dave Finnegan successfully fronted the touring band ‘The Stars From The Commitments’ and has received accolades from around the globe, performing in countries like Brazil, USA, Canada, all over Europe, South Africa, Scandinavia, the Middle East, India, Japan, Malaysia, Australia, and New Zealand performing to in excess of a million people.

In the true spirit of the film Dave has meticulously formed his own band, casting each member for their character and astounding musical abilities!

Dave Finnegan’s Commitments undoubtedly continue where the film left off, still spreading the word of Otis Redding, Wilson Picket and the other apostles of soul, and in doing so enabling us all to experience live, the essence of ‌‌sweet soul music.

And we now have them performing at one of the biggest charity balls in the area to be held at the Stoke by Nayland Hotel on the 16th June 2018 with an 18:30 start with tickets costing ÂŁ55 each or a table of ten for ÂŁ500. This is not a night to miss - with our exclusive silent auction and a live auction from some of the biggest stars in the world with some of the greatest raffle prizes ready for you to win!

Adrian says The Charity Ball has become more and more prestigious and with the support it gives to Children with Cancer UK being featured on TV and many radio station interviews. Adrian has utilised these broadcasting opportunities to keep his charity work going and with the support of this years corporate sponsors, DL Designs of Sudbury, Force8 Security of Thetford, Brankai Builders of Sudbury, Sudbury iphone Repairs and not forgetting The Stoke by Nayland Hotel, the charity ball would not be what it is today.

The Black Tie and Posh Frocks Charity Ball has now earned its place in everyones affection and gained the respect of many, who return each year, and that’s why at present we only have a few tables left.

If you would like to know more about the ball or would like to grab your tickets then simply contact Adrian on 01787 583807 / 07886 587275 or email: adrian.stohr@sky.com or please visit www.adysjourney.com and don’t miss out on seeing one of the greatest soul singers on the planet exclusive to this event!

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Matthew Gallo – Independent Mortgage Adviser Did you know that when you find a property you are keen to purchase, and decide you would like to put an offer to the selling estate agent to pass on to their vendor, you are not obliged to disclose any financial details, nor are you obliged to sit down with that estate agent’s mortgage adviser, to ‘verify your purchase position’. Similarly, you do not have to provide an Agreement in Principle (AIP) – or Decision in Principle (DIP), to that selling agent, to prove your purchase position. You decide who you refer to for your mortgage advice.

Just so you know, an AIP or DIP from a mortgage lender, is basically just a glorified credit score – nothing more. It does not mean you have a mortgage agreed, nor does it confirm your purchase position, it simply means you have passed that lenders’ credit score. Any mortgage adviser worth their salt, can sit down with any client, review their personal and financial position, assess their documentation and establish and confirm a purchase position, without submitting a totally unnecessary credit score to a mortgage lender.

Just think about the process of visiting estate agents as you look for a property to buy, and the number of agents you will typically register with and view property through. I meet clients who have been exposed to numerous and frankly pointless AIP’s and DIP’s undertaken by mortgage advisers, and guess what – all these credit scores are registered against you – potentially prejudicing your purchase positon, rather than enhancing it. Think about it, all these credit scores – and all based on assumed figures – not accurate ones, and if the figures change, or it takes a while for you to find a property to buy, it is likely to not even be that lender you ultimately use for your mortgage.

The only time a mortgage adviser should undertake an Agreement in Principle or Decision in Principle, is when a purchase price is actually agreed, and mortgage figures can be put to a mortgage lender accurately. If an adviser has concerns about a client’s credit history, the client can simply produce a general credit score via any number of on line sources. Doing an AIP or DIP will not give an adviser the information they need credit history wise.

From an advice perspective, my attitude and approach is simple and straightforward, with the only way to conduct a mortgage review, remortgage or purchase application case, being to spend time collating the facts. A thorough understanding of a clients’ personal and financial position in the first instance, with comprehensive information gathering - as well as making sure all relevant documentation is provided by my client and held on file, before any approach is made by me to a mortgage lender to discuss a case. If the case facts are understood clearly from outset by both adviser and mortgage lender, it limits any issues or misunderstanding as an application progresses.

In my opinion, that is the only way to so the job properly, securing what everybody wants – a great, competitive mortgage, that is clearly explained by the adviser, completely understood by the client, and utterly meeting the needs of the borrower.

I can meet you in my office above Frost & Partners Estate Agents in Hadleigh, and any initial meeting for a general conversation, would be without both charge and commitment.

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A Suffolk jazz group is offering to play for expenses only at any afternoon events this summer, provided they can be regarded as benefiting the local community. Jazz Galore has in mind village fetes, beer festivals, charity events and other social occasions. The group plays a wider variety of numbers than most bands and previous performances have demonstrated the popularity of not playing too loudly. Contact Mike Smith on 07874 034390.

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New rural craft courses at Orchard Barn New craft courses are planned over the coming months at Orchard Barn near Battisford as the centre’s hand-made craft room takes shape. As a tree and wood orientated enterprise it was decided to make a start with a Spoon Carving course on Saturday, March 10.

What better way to spend some time than learning new skills carving small pieces of greenwood into beautiful and functional spoons?

Much of the greenwood is sourced from Orchard Barn’s own orchard, so with apple pruning coming up the bigger pieces will be saved for carving. The smaller sticks are greatly enjoyed by one of volunteer’s pet rabbits and the rest are chomped up and converted into compost for the vegetable garden. Upcycling, repurposing and recycling are central to everything that Orchard Barn does. If you are interested in spoon carving, restorative orchard tree pruning or compost making please have a look at our courses by visiting www.orchardbarn.org.uk/calender.

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I recently wrote a column like this one referring to a ram-raid attack on a Coop store in Lavenham. Writing that, I did not expect that the very same evening I sent off the text for publication that another ram-raid would occur on the other Co-op in the very same village. After all, this comes alongside a spate of burglaries in Capel St Mary and a number of other incidents across the constituency. In short, law-breaking in South Suffolk really has become a great concern and I sympathise greatly with those unfortunate enough to have been the victim of such crimes.

I know for you, the public at large, that when crime threatens you want to know that we have a visible police presence to deter criminals and reassure residents. Equally, there are many who are worried that we no longer have sufficient officers to perform such a role. After one of the most recent ram-raid incidents I put it point blank to one of Suffolk’s most senior police officers “do you have the resources to handle this issue” and they assured me 100% that they did. The ram-raid attacks have crossed county lines with many more incidents in Essex and Cambridgeshire, and I am assured that forces are cooperating to full effect, and that specialist crime units have been deployed.

Of course, more resource would be welcome and the Government recently gave our PCC the power to raise the police precept (i.e. its share council tax further). I hope that all those who share my concerns about crime will contribute to the consultation on how we spend any new precept monies. Most importantly, we also need to remember the need for prevention: staying alert; reporting suspicious activity; taking sensible precautions. For example, we have made great strides putting more alarms on church roofs following a spree of lead thefts, and speaking to the Coop I understand they will be looking at what steps can be taken to better secure their stores. Such measures, and more support for our excellent constabulary, should enable us to toughen our response to those who threaten our security.

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Well I’ve seen it all now. Rupert the pig was a baby when he arrived last summer and quickly settled into a routine. Mum lets him out around 5am (he sleeps in a crate in the office like all well mannered porkers) then deals with her emails, by which time he is demanding his breakfast.

Yesterday he was strangely quiet and no wonder. There he was, IN the feed bin, helping himself to MY biscuits with only his loin chops showing!

Ollie says I must tell you we have some lovely cats four who came in together when their owner died.

Geordie, one of the four, looks just like Ollie to me - but don't tell him I said so!

The fundraising events start in March with an Easter Gift and Craft Fair on 10th at Whatfield Village Hall on 10th and a Book Sale on 24th at Hintlesham & Chattisham Community Centre. If you want to make some holiday money and have nice things to sell, phone 01206 263269 to book a table at our Spring Fair on 22nd April at Long Melford.

Although Christmas seems long ago, we are still enjoying goodies from the parcels kind people dropped off over the festive season. Mum didn’t get to see all of you and specially asked me to thank you. Which reminds me, that notso-small pig is heading back indoors so it’s time to check there are still some dog biscuits for me, Kenny (the Boss) Chihuahua.

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That New Year’s Resolution: ‘Make Friends And Stimulate The Brain’ Starts Here: The Arts Society – South Suffolk offers an interesting and stimulating monthly lecture programme delivered by experts on all aspects of the Arts. Lectures take place at 2 pm at The Quay Theatre, Sudbury on the 3rd Tuesday each month (excepting July/August or December).

The 2018 programme covers such diverse subjects as: Art & Revolution: Russian culture in the 20th century; The Influence of Basingstoke on World Culture; and Wedgewood, Catherine the Great & The Frog Service.

Membership is £43 pa for 9 lectures & a quarterly Arts magazine plus the additional option of visiting Places of Interest during the year. To join or enjoy a free taster session: Click on to our website www.tassouthsuffolk.org.uk, choose the lecture in which you are interested and book a place by telephoning the Membership Secretary on 01787 228482 Next meeting: Tuesday, 20th February 2018 “Cannibalism in Art” by Louise Schofield. A light hearted look at the rituals & practices of cannibalism. How they have inspired art from great paintings to cartoons. Louise Schofield is a curator at the British Museum working on international archaeological projects.

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Hadleigh Hall Nursing Home has become a real jewel in the crown of Suffolk-based Kingsley Healthcare Group.

Our 29th care home is set in wonderful landscaped gardens on the edge of Hadleigh but is just a short drive away from Ipswich and Sudbury.

We are proud of the substantial refurbishment we have carried out on a striking 19th century property - and we want you to come along and see the work we have done.

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Suffolk Bereavement Support Why Not Pluck Up The Courage?

If the new year finds you experiencing a delayed reaction to bereavement or perhaps not coping with adjusting to the loss of a loved one then why not pluck up the courage and join a Suffolk Bereavement Support group?

Our groups are very friendly and supportive and we encourage our members to share their experiences as we believe this is the best way to offload pent up feelings that may eventually take their toll on us and affect both mental and physical health. New members are not put under any pressure to join in until they feel ready to but we find that most people feel at home very quickly.

At each meeting we focus on an aspect of bereavement by way of a short video clip and a presentation. This is designed to help us understand our responses to grief and to stimulate discussion of the wide spectrum of emotions and reactions that can be experienced. Our members frequently testify to how this has helped them cope as they negotiate the path of bereavement towards the point where they are better equipped to move forward with their lives while still treasuring memories of their loved ones.

We have planned our meetings so that there should be a group to suit most people. Our afternoon group is held in central Hadleigh on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 1.30pm-3.00pm and our Capel St. Mary group meets in the early evening on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 6.30pm-8.00pm. Each meeting finishes with refreshments and informal chat.

We would love to hear from you if you would like to join us at any time.

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Lots more ways to feed the birds this winter Wild birds play a huge part in our farming calendar and give both us and our visitors’ pleasure all year round. Feeding wild birds in your own garden is a priority during these colder months and a wonderful way to attract and observe all kinds of different birds at a closer distance.

With this in mind, during our latest building project we have moved and smartened up our wild bird food area, increased our range of wild bird feed and included more bird feeders and accessories. You will find a bigger range to attract our wonderful wildlife, including seed feeders to fat balls, meal worms to suet logs together with a great selection of nest boxes.

And just in case you are wondering what is going into the area where the bird feed has been moved from we can now let you into our secret that it is soon to become a served Deli counter. Lots more detail to come on that forthcoming change in the spring!

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The Sun 5th Rise 07.30 Set 16.51; 15th Rise 07.12 Set, 17.10; 28th Rise 06.45 Set 17.34 Moon New 15th. No Full Moon in February. This only happens 4/5 times per century, the last being in 1999.

Mars On the morning of February 11th, Mars will be close to the star Antares in the constellation of Scorpio. This apparent pairing will be visually pleasing in that the star Antares' name literally translates as 'rival of Mars'.

Jupiter Is now rising just after midnight and shines at magnitude -2.0 making it unmissable, but it is low over the horizon.

Blue Comet! There's been recent media attention applied to a comet (named C/2016 R2 PanSTARRS) that is appearing to observers as a rather unusual blue colour and approaching Earth. These sort of headlines are misleading to the general public and in extreme circumstances can scare people. The comet has already made its closest approach to Earth in early January at a healthy distance of 2 astronomical units or in old money, 186,000,000 miles. That, I think you will agree, is not very close at all! Next we have the strange blue colour. Comets usually appear green in colour due to diatomic carbon being released by the nucleus and interacting with the Solar Wind, or white in colour due to a high level of dust being released by the said nucleus, but to be blue means something else is happening with this comet.

It has to do with the process of sublimation of certain elements. Astronomers use the yardstick of 1.5 astronomical units as the 'frost line', this is where water ice sublimates,i.e, it transforms from solid to a gas by bypassing the liquid stage. As already noted, this comet is farther out than 1.5 astronomical units, so the chemical elements responsible for this colour are CO+ and N2 (ionised carbon monoxide and nitrogen). This comet is very unusual in that it is very rich in both these elements and no comet has been seen like this since 1963!

So please take the press headlines with a large pinch of salt as the people responsible for the headlines usually have no background within the scientific field. Until next month - clear skies! Neil Norman FRAS A very Happy Birthday to my beautiful partner, Zoe on the 18th of this month Any queries or questions, please contact me at neilnorman03@gmail.com

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This seems to be the time of year when all the Travel Agents are bombarding you with holiday brochures, so lets talk about going places! Of course Babs and I have little experience in moving around so all I know is what I hear from my riders and helpers. Firstly, I understand it can be quite hard to travel to the Shelley Centre. When carers are driving my riders over, they frequently lose their way, or, as was the case in January, get the dreaded ‘Road Closed’ signs up at both ends of our lane. All very annoying, and in consequence riders miss a good ten minutes or so off their sessions. This matters when we are here to provide therapy and they lose a great chunk of it.

Secondly, many of our helpers seem to disappear at this time of year. They go ‘skiing’ whatever that is, or visiting family in far-flung places. This leaves gaps in the teams of volunteers, which is why we are always looking for more people to come on the Shelley journey with us. Better too many helpers than too few!

Thirdly, I have it straight from the horse’s mouth that Riding Therapy has travelled all over the world. There is now a ‘Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI) Federation’ (wwwhetifederation.org) which supports and encourages countries to use horse therapy for disadvantaged or disabled people worldwide. So if you are on your travels in some outlandish quarter, have a look to see what’s their equivalent of our Riding for the Disabled Association, it might be interesting.

The Centre continues to benefit from the generosity of the Masons’ Charitable Foundation. The lovely new fencing is up and running. Alfie is posing in his field to show it off to my readers. The new surface of the back yard is holding up in this most muddy season, the pony girls are pleased as punch to have somewhere dry to rest. We have welcomed some new riders this term and look forward to helping them achieve their goals.

I wish all my readers safe journeys and a happy return. We’re always hoping to see you here!

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French’s Care Haven and Care Farm Firstly I would like to thank Partridges for holding a wooly jumper week over Christmas with a donation box at the tills.

Thank you to all the customers and staff who raised ÂŁ250 for our animal rescue charity. If there are any other businesses in and around Hadleigh who would like to help us, please get in touch, we will advertise the help your business gives and any donations we receive on our face page and to the Hadleigh and surrounding community.

The animals in our care so far are making it through the winter ok, lots of food to keep their bellies full and keeping them all warm so they do not lose any weight is always our priority at this time of year. Picture enclosed is of 3 of our rescue mares that are saying “there is nothing much out here, we want to come into our warm cosy stable and eat loads of hay�

On the people side of our work, the mental health groups have continued to come to French’s each week, through snow, wind and rain and have all still enjoyed themselves, which was nice to see. We have a new group due to start as I write this, these ladies have different problems and I hope they will settle in well with us. Essex University are continuing their Saturday slot with us and it is great to have their support.

The wind this year has caused havoc with our fencing, fixing fencing seems to be a never ending daily job, we did get a quote for new fencing but it was a figure we could never hope to find, when we have so many outgoing bills to find donations for. If you know anyone who could help us with our fencing please do give me a call, I would very much appreciate some help on that score.

As I have said many times before, if you have some spare time and would like to become part of our small team please come along and have a chat, we would love to have you come on board with us, we welcome all ages.

One of our volunteers is Emily who is 13 years old, Emily is always trying to think outside the box on how to help raise some money for us. In January she wrote to a national horse magazine and ask for their help and they kindly sent along some items for us to sell, so that we could raise a bit of money. This is why for me at French’s I welcome on board any age of person, because you never know what they can achieve.

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Sudbury Symphony Orchestra are pleased to introduce Christopher Bearman who will play Gregson's Tuba Concerto in their Spring Concert in St. Peter’s Church, Sudbury at 6.00 pm on Sunday March 25th. Christopher is a First class Honours graduate of Trinity College of Music with a Diploma in Performance from the Royal College of Music, a winner of the Philip Jones Brass Ensemble and finalist in the Royal Overseas and Essex Youth orchestra competitions. He now works as a tuba performer, conductor and teacher.

Christopher has played with many prestigious bands such as Hackney Colliery, Black Dyke and Grimethorpe Bands as well as the Royal Ballet, South Bank Sinfonia, in the London Jazz festival, The Harare Music Festival and orchestras in London. Christopher has participated in live performances at BBC Radios 2 and 3 and enjoys working with London Philharmonic Orchestra and as Musical Director of Regent Community Brass.

He will perform this virtuoso piece which is guaranteed to hold the listener's attention throughout.

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Hadleigh Quarry (A1071) The County Council Development and Regulation Committee under the Chairmanship of County Councillor P. Beer and aided by S.C.C Planning Department have granted permission for what will amount to a complete change of use by the current owners and operators of this long established but little used quarry. As the deadline date for this issue was too near for a fuller report, hopefully this will appear in the March edition of Hadleigh Community News.

There follows an extract from a letter in the November issue of H.C.N from Mr A Morgan of Hadleigh: “Sadly, the current use of this site was approved some years ago and there is no realistic chance of reversing that approval, including the current levels of truck movements. If this application is approved, and I certainly hope that it isn’t, then it is essential that any approval imposes a maximum number of truck movements per week. The agents use the words “circa” and “around”, but in my view an absolute maximum of 40 movements per week (20 in and 20 out) must be imposed. If approved, this application will, no doubt, result in a substantial increase in overall activity at this location. Originally this decision was going to be a “delegated issue” but I understand that it will now be considered at a full SCC Development & Regulation Committee meeting on 12th December. Let us hope that it will be rejected by our elected representatives who will, no doubt, have read all the objections submitted via the SCC website. Even if this new application is rejected it will, unfortunately , still leave the status-quo and therefore, the current unacceptable pressure on the Aldham Mill Road/A1071 junction will remain”.

It should be noted that the junction has had two accidents of recent date, 26th August 2016 – serious and June 2017 – light. On 5th January 2018 there was a very serious accident on the adjoining roundabout with Lady Lane.

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BRAD - Your Local Country Store BRAD has been trading in Hadleigh for 34 years. We have built up a thriving business over the years with a strong ‘can do’ attitude to finding the best product at the right price for our customers and providing great customer service. BRAD stores are situated at Unit 41c, Lady Lane Industrial Estate, Hadleigh. We are predominantly an agricultural machinery dealership with many franchises, covering the whole of the agricultural market.

Since July 2017 we have expanded the range of goods and services that we offer to our customers in the agricultural, livestock, estate and equine equipment markets. This includes; electric fencing, agricultural, equine and estate fencing materials and hardware, compact tractors, quad and UTV sales, estate machinery, livestock equipment, work boots and many more lines. If you need any fencing products, anything from a fence post to a full electric fence kit, then please give us a ring or call in to discuss your requirements and get a quote for your project from our friendly and knowledgeable members of staff.

Our stores also have a wide range of additional products. We are stockists of machinery spares, workshop tools, nuts and bolts, oils, lubricants, hydraulic pipe fittings, trailer spares, lights, automotive care products, batteries, metal paint, PPE, signs, yard equipment and pest control. If you need a specific item that is not in stock, then we can order it in from one of our many suppliers.

Most of them are on a next day delivery service.

We also have a servicing department who are available to service all agricultural and estate machinery either on site or back in our fully fitted workshop in Hadleigh. We can also recharge air conditioning units ready for the Summer. If you have a machine that needs a service ready for the season ahead then please call us today for a quote.

BRAD stores are open Monday to Friday 8.00am until 5.00pm and Saturday (BST) 8.00am until 12.00pm.

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The Greatest Music from the 80’s and The Kylie Tribute Show!

Friday 16th February at The Delphi Club, Alexander Road, Sudbury from 7.30 pm. Tickets £10 in advance or £12 on the door, Order online at info@delphicentre.co.uk or Tel: 07713 257925. Also available from Sudbury Tourist Information Centre.

Down to Earth ...with Dave One of my Christmas presents this year was a new book by my favourite gardening presenter Monty Don. This, coincidentally, is titled 'Down to Earth'.

I have only managed to read some of it so far but his philosophy would seem to be very similar to mine. In the introduction to his book he writes ..." Life is short and absurd and run through with pain and sorrow, but even in the face of real suffering gardening can make our days shine with joy. Gardens heal, when you are sad a garden comforts, when you are low a garden consoles, when you are lonely it offers companionship that is true and lasting. When you are tired your garden will sooth and refresh you. You need a bit of luck to be happy, make a garden and increase your chances."

His thoughts are very similar to mine, and over the past couple of years I have found a lot of comfort in being able to lose myself in my hours of gardening, mainly on the allotment. And of course there is always the reward of taking home something edible, even at this time of year.

Mother nature is truly wonderful, even with all the cold and wet the bulbs are showing their green shoots, with the promise of masses of bright yellow daffodils before long. The tulips planted in their pots are showing through, the garlic planted in December has rooted and is showing good growth. The six foot Christmas tree planted in a pot, now many years old had pride of place as usual by the front door and was adorned with fairy lights. The tree has now split the plastic pot it is in so a new, much larger pot is needed. The old plastic pot will have to be cut off, replanting it will be a two man job. Hopefully it will survive the move and grow some more ready for next Christmas.

Another Christmas present I had was a mushroom growing kit. Never tried this before so who knows? In one of my gardening magazines one of the experts said that it was not worth the effort as mushrooms are very cheap to buy. But this surely applies to most home grown veg and is not the point. The small onion sets have, as usual, been planted in their individual pots in the greenhouse, some fifty in total. They do take up a lot of room but when the weather dries up a bit they should be ready to plant out and will get off to a flying start. We are still using the stored crop from last year, I find the red ones don't keep so well so I only grow the golden ones. For some reason they grew extra large last year, the best ever.

Keep putting out food and clean water for the birds. We only seem to get the more common birds in the garden but we will still take part in the RSPB Big Garden Bird Watch at the end of January. More than half a million people took part last year.

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Hadleigh & District Garden Club Our last meeting Monday 8th January 2017: On a freezing night we had a very healthy attendance to welcome Hadleigh local Jane Haylock for a talk on medieval gardens. Jane took us from the very first evidence of gardening records to the end of the medieval period in the fifteenth century and it soon became clear that gardeners then recognised and faced many of the garden challenges that we do today. Indeed, with roses, herbs and perennials (such as aquilegia) they used many of the plants that are still so popular now. Jane is pictured proudly showing her quilt of the historic guildhall gardens as they might have looked in medieval times.

Our next get together on Monday 12th February 2018: Hoping for a little more warmth in the air we are venturing outside for a winter walk through the fabulous garden behind 'The Place For Plants' nursery in East Bergholt. If you've never been then you are in for a real treat - the garden is full of surprises and, having viewed it in the spring and summmer, I'm looking forward to seeing what it has to offer at this time of year. Owner Sara Eley will be our guide for a tour which commences at 1.30pm.- we will be meeting in the nursery car park and whether you are a garden club member or not we will be happy to see you. Entrance to the garden inclusive of the guided tour is just £7 pay on the day.

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We would love for you to Get Lost! for Ormiston Families We are calling on all companies, families and groups of friends (over 18s only) to join us on this fun, fantastic team building, friendship testing challenge where we will blindfold you and drop off in the middle of nowhere, leaving you to find your way back to the start by any means you like. Sound simple enough? How about with no phones, no money and no maps to help you. You’ll also have tasks to complete along the way. Registration is £20pp with minimum sponsorship of £100. What to do now?

Assemble your team of 3-4 people, decide on your team name and fancy dress outfits and register at www.ormiston.org/events/get-lost/ or call Emily Sheridan on 01473 705046.

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How are your New Year’s resolutions and plans for 2018 going so far? Are you sticking or slipping? Maybe you’ve forgotten yours already but if everything is going just how you expected you are probably feeling great. If things are not quite turning out how you wanted, what can you do? The choice is yours! You could just mope in a quiet corner somewhere, or you could fight back!! Review your resolutions or plans for 2018, adjust if necessary and get straight back on track. There’s still around 330 days left in 2018, so plenty of time to achieve whatever it is you want to achieve. That’s the secret…make sure you know what you’re aiming for!

Studies show only 8% of people keep their New Year’s Resolutions so here’s a few tips to keep you going all year…

• Set some goals – short, medium and long term • Measure your progress • Be patient, making lasting changes takes time!

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Suffolk Bereavement Support (SBS) ‘Easing loss through group support’ Recently bereaved or suffering a delayed reaction to loss?

Are you in need of help and support?

Why not join a small focused group of 5-10 sharing bereavement issues?

Groups are led by an experienced facilitator creating a warm, safe environment in which to explore the many aspects of loss. Groups are held in Hadleigh (afternoon) and Capel St Mary (evening) and are free to Suffolk residents.

For more details or to reserve a place contact Patrick or Margaret www.suffolkbereavement.org.uk Email: sbsg246@gmail.com Tel: 01206 299832 Main funders: Suffolk Community Foundation and Comic Relief Community Cash.

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Fidelis Activity News Having accomplished and reported on a considerable number of events in last month’s column this leaves little to write about for this issue.

Lunch Bunchers started our 2018 club events with a freshly prepared Italian lunch at Tito’s Restaurant on the High Street. Members made their menu choices beforehand from a set two course menu offered by owner, Kirstie Elliott. A tasty, lively lunch followed with a variety of topics up for discussion ranging from holes in the road to being PC and Twittering Trump.

During the winter months the club’s Gentle Ramblers decided to join forces with the Allied Physio Group within the Hadleigh and Boxford Health Centre and walk each week. This is part of a countrywide initiative to encourage people to become more active. Walkers meet and set off with a guide from the Health Centre at 2pm every Friday. Up and coming projects will be a food bank collection to help local providers and a group action to make poppies for the forthcoming centenary displays to mark the end of WW1.

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The New Year's Day walk was well attended with 38 people turning out for the 4.7 mile stroll, not quite as many as the 40 pictured from last year, but a good number. Some regular walkers, but also a few new faces met in the Quay Lane car park just before 11am to be greeted with the mulled wine and stollen provided by Keith the walk leader, which has become a bit of a tradition for the New Year's Day walk (maybe that's why so many of us turn up!)After we had toasted the New Year in we set off for a lovely walk around Sudbury, after which a number of us visited a local pub for a well deserved lunch. We have many walks to look forward to over the coming year, maybe you would like to join us? www.sudburyramblers.org.uk

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Planning for Later in Life - Inheritance Tax & Wills - what you need to know and do

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Gotelee Solicitors and Scrutton Bland are delighted to be holding a joint seminar giving advice on how to reduce the impact of Inheritance Tax (IHT) and explain the not-so wellknown ways to pass on wealth without financial loss or loss of control of your assets.

The seminar will be held on Wednesday 14th of March from 4.30pm- 6.30pm at Hintlesham Golf Club, George Street, Hintlesham, Ipswich, IP8 3JG and features presentations from; Faye Howard, Tax Director of Scrutton Bland, Kay Baker, Solicitor, Gotelee Solicitors and Neil Hewitt, Independent Financial Advisor, Scrutton Kay Baker Bland.

To book your free place at this presentation, please click the 'register your place' button on the Scrutton Bland Website www.scruttonbland.co.uk/eventsdiary or call the Events Team on 01206 838400.

Alternatively, if you are unable to attend, both Gotelee and Scrutton Bland are happy to offer a private, no obligation meeting to discuss the Legal, Inheritance Tax and Financial Planning options available to you.

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Gradually, but significantly it is becoming more evident that each day, we are getting more daylight. Not only does this make the commute to work or school more bearable, but it also gives impetus to get out and about and to just be a little more active in general.

Increasingly, there is evidence to support the idea that being outside, especially if we can get amongst nature, has a positive effect on our mental health. It can seem impossible, in the winter months, to squeeze in any of this beneficial outdoors time, and so it is no wonder we can often feel quite sleepy and sluggish by this time each year.

Along with being outside, there has been much in the news lately about how interacting with plants, trees and even just watching birds have a positive effect on mental wellbeing. Now then, when the grey has been going on for such a long time, but there are more welcome slivers of light as the day's progress, is a great time to do a little something for you and the nature around you.

In Suffolk, we not only have a wonderfully rural county to go out and enjoy the benefits of, we also have an abundance of garden centres, farm shops, country estates and the such, that we can visit to get inspiration.

Before winter set in last year, I purchased a new bird feeding station and have very much enjoyed being able to watch the huge variety of birds that come and feed there. You don't have to have a large garden to experience these sights, there are bird feeders that suction onto windows, so you needn't miss out even if you have no garden at all. What's more, you will get a double boost of positive feeling; firstly from the fun of watching the feathered comings and goings, secondly, from knowing you are doing something of benefit to them.

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Surviving Winter in Hadleigh We are in our fourth year of existence so will outline our aims, if you are unaware of our registered charity. We aim to support those seniors (over 60) and disabled of all ages who are faced with the sudden and unexpected difficulties of winter. Our help can come from assistance to meet a heavy utilities bill, be it gas, oil, electricity or any other form of heating. We will assist with a heavy call out charge in an emergency (but not a standard maintenance visit). Should help be required to keep warm at night or bear the outside cold, we will provide thermal blankets and suitable night and daytime thermals. After giving assistance, if you are not on a registered charity suitable for your needs we will assist in helping you register if you so require. Should you need road salt to clear your footpath this is available and we have personal panic alarms to raise help if you have a fall or need any other assistance. Our services are available to the outlying villages that are linked to Hadleigh. These are Aldham, Bildeston, Boxford, Chattisham and Hintlesham, Elmsett, Kersey, Layham, Polstead, Raydon, Semer and Whatfield.

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Hadleigh Osteopaths are a team of 3 Osteopaths who have been established in the area for over 25 years. We specialise in the treatment of all joint and muscle conditions, including back pain, sciatica and sports injuries.

This time off year brings snow and ice. At these times we see some of our patients who are normally active and walk regularly, who have chosen to stay at home so they do not slip on ice. As a result of their reduced activity they sit around more, and often stiffen up. Another group of patients are those that have gone out in the snow to clear paths and driveways, using shovels and brooms, whilst the young at heart go out to play and toboggan. It's true that boys will be boys, but when the snow arrives, so will a lot of middle aged men!

The more active of us may try to get away for a skiing holiday. As equipment has changed and improved over the years we now see a slightly different selection of winter holiday injuries. In the past the majority of skiing injuries were knee ligament sprains and strains, such as cruciate ligament tears or spiral fractures of the tibia, which would often require surgery. As boot and bindings improve we don't see these as frequently, but we often see impact injuries where people have lost control at speed or been in a collision. Last year we saw more shoulder injuries than in previous years, and snowboarders often present with wrist and thumb injuries if they fall onto outstretched hands. Lots of people don't realise that we don't just treat backs. We are happy to treat all sorts of muscle and joint injuries, and able to help with rehabilitation if you have been unfortunate enough to have needed surgery for an injury.

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Sporting Memories Groups – join the squad at Suffolk Libraries in 2018 Suffolk Libraries are teaming up with the Sporting Memories Network in the New Year to host Sporting Memories Groups in some of the county’s libraries.

Sporting Memories Groups are for anyone over the age of 50 and are a great way of bringing people together, creating new friendships and enjoying a chance to revisit memories and share stories prompted by superb sporting images and memorabilia from local and national collections. Open to all, the sessions include games, quizzes and a fun game or activity, and welcome people living with dementia, depression and loneliness by bringing people together to talk about their memories of sport.

The new Suffolk Libraries Sporting Memories groups are due to launch on Tuesday 6 February at Ipswich County Library where local Suffolk sporting ambassadors will be invited to share some stories from their sporting past.

As well as sharing memories, anyone can bring along their memorabilia or photographs as these are a great way of triggering people’s memories and starting conversations.

2018 marks 40 years since Ipswich Town won the FA cup so many people will have fond memories of the cup run from 1978. However, the project is not just about football and whether its speedway, local club cricket, or visits to the Olympics or Paralympics everyone is encouraged to share their sporting memory whether it’s taking part in sport when they were younger or witnessing an exciting sporting event. Anyone is welcome to come along to a session to find out more, whether it’s for themselves or a relative or friend. Anyone interesting in helping to facilitate or support the new groups can find out more via Richard Hunt, Suffolk Project Coordinator on 07704 977322 or email richard.hunt@sportingmemoriesnetwork.com You can also register your interest in volunteering via www.suffolklibraries.co.uk/sportingmemories Sporting Memories Groups will run weekly at the following libraries: Sudbury Library – dates and times to be confirmed early in 2018 Hadleigh Library every Friday from 9 February (2pm-3.45pm) Ipswich Central Library – every Tuesday from 6 February (2pm – 3.45pm) Stowmarket Library – every Wednesday from 7 February (10.30am -12.15) There is more information about the new groups at www.suffolklibraries.co.uk/sportingmemories and more information about the national Sporting Memories project at www.sportingmemoriesnetwork.com

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The first production from Sudbury Dramatic Society at Sudbury’s Quay Theatre is Kafka’s Dick, a comedy by Alan Bennett, which is on from Tuesday 20th March to Saturday 24th March at 7.45pm.

Alan Bennett’s play begins when the famous Czech novelist, Franz Kafka, instructs his friend Max Brod to burn all his writings after his death. Max, of course, doesn’t comply, instead he publishes all of Kafka’s work and writes a definitive biography of the novelist.

In the present day, Max turns up on the suburban doorstep of the Kafkaobsessed Sydney, his put-upon wife Linda and her confused father, following a rather unfortunate accident with a tortoise in the front garden. This ‘Kafkaesque’ situation only increases when the tortoise turns into, the equally long dead, Kafka himself. Suddenly, Sydney and Max find themselves on a mission not to let the novelist discover that his works have not only survived his death but have made him rather famous.

Things go from bad to worse when Kafka’s dominating father, Hermann, also turns up and threatens to disclose to the world the one little thing about Kafka that he really doesn’t want anyone to know‌...

Kafka’s Dick is being directed by Peter Drew, who was responsible for the successful Shadowlands, who says ‘Kafka’s Dick is a hilarious and thoughtprovoking play, written in Alan Bennett’s well-known witty style and wry way with words, and is sure to entertain and delight all our audiences’.

Karfa’s Dick is on at The Quay Theatre Tuesday 20th to Saturday 24th March at 7.45pm and tickets are available now from The Quay Theatre Box Office on 01787 374745 or online at www.quaysudbury.org.uk

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Kersey Mill Newsletter With all the decorations and staging taken down following Santa’s Workshop the Mil is looking bare & quiet! It was a hive of activity with excited children enthralling in Santa’s Workshop throughout December, but now we look forward to pushing ahead with further restoration on the hurst frame, utilising the much-needed funds raised during December from the Santa events.

There are still 2 legs and 2 cross members to install to create a strong frame before we can move onto the installation of the bed stones and surrounding deck.

The machinery that is now very visible beneath the Hurst Frame l was made and installed in the early 1800’s. The "Hurst Frame" (the heavy wooden framework supporting the gears and milling stones) was built at the same time but suffered severe decay due to significant water ingress.

The Hurst Frame is particularly interesting in having a horizontal "layshaft" resulting in the three pairs of stones being in a straight line; they are normally arranged around a central circular gear. This is unique and quite rare throughout Britain.

There are three pairs of stones at Kersey that are water powered. They are made from French burr stone that is found only in small pieces resulting in each stone being made of several skilfully shaped pieces held together with plaster of Paris and an iron ring heat-shrunk around the outside of the stone.

The Stones In due course will be required to be redressed. The iron balance plates and rings will also need repairing, much of which will be retained if possible.

All being well and there are no unforeseen problems we hope to have the bed stones relocated and the bed complete before the next major open day. This being on April 22nd which is our popular Drive It Day event. , “Drive it Day” is an opportunity for classic and vintage vehicle owners to commence the season and come to Kersey Mill where you can admire and discuss with other owners the delights of yesterday’s vehicles. We will welcome all spectators where there will be many vehicles, the Mill and other attractions available for visitors to enjoy. Entry for display vehicles is free. Small entry fee for visitor parking.

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Suffolk Rockets Netball Club We started our New Year quickly with training back on from 3rd January! 2018 has seen some new Back to Netball ladies join us, we are always looking for new players to join, please do get in touch if you fancy trying out our sessions.

The club is busy booking friendly games and tournaments for 2018 so the B2N ladies can put their training into practice.

Our Juniors were back playing in the Colchester League from 11th January and it was a great start with Cosmic Rockets winning their first game back 63 against Colne, and Saturn Rockets having a tight game against Kelvedon (top of the league) and narrowly missing out on the win by 1 goal finishing 1213 to Kelvedon.

Coaching Opportunity - We are looking to recruit a qualified level 1 or level 2 Netball Coach, or a qualified Sports Coach, this is a paid role. As a Suffolk Rockets Coach you will be expected to train the Juniors alongside the Head Coach, and support when needed with the Back to Netball/Ladies Training.

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Are You Interested In Becoming A Netball Coach? Suffolk Rockets is looking to support 2 individuals to become Netball Coaches. The club would support you financially to complete your qualifications, in return you would be expected to volunteer during your training to become a coach at the Junior Training and when needed the B2N/Ladies Training sessions. Please contact the club for more details. suffolkrocketsnc@hotmail.com. FB/Twitter Suffolk Rockets NC

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An experiment in holding monthly team events has been a success and will become a regular part of play for the seniors at Newton Green Golf Club. The annual meeting of the group heard of the intention to make the events on-going feature of Tuesday morning rolls ups. Retiring captain John Ford said well in excess of £1,000 had been raised for the Jude Brady Foundation, and incoming captain Harry Wordley said supporting the joint cause picked by all captains in the club would again be followed.

This year support would go to Hope for Harry Wordley Tomorrow, a national charity which provides new seniors’ captain mobile chemotherapy units, including at Sudbury Health Centre. Wordley has already twice been the main men’s captain at the club, and his vice-captain will be Nigel Gerrans. It was agreed to replace the senior open day on May 10 with a guest day.

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Hadleigh Swimming Club News Hadleigh Swimming Club have seen off the old year and welcomed 2018 in style. November saw our annual Club Championships which saw large numbers of our members enter this year. Club and Championship records were broken and a great time was had by all. This year, part of our event was sponsored by Celestion Kef whose generosity has helped provide the medals which will be presented at our celebration evening later in February. With the Club Champs over, the fight was then on to secure qualifying times for the Suffolk County Championships. We have been delighted that this year, twelve of our swimmers have achieved challenging qualifying times (some have gained times in more than one event) and will compete at this prestigious meet. Congratulations to all and good luck.

Swimming is great exercise and complements other forms of sport brilliantly because it raises the heart rate and conditions the whole body. It develops strength, flexibility and co-ordination and is lower impact than many forms of exercise.

We currently have spaces in our teaching groups and welcome new members for an immediate start.

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Hadleigh CC will be holding its annual subs night at The George on Friday February 9th at 7.30pm. New and existing members welcome. Our Club ethos is cycling for all, so if you are young or old, fast or slow, in jeans or Lycra, want to get fit, enjoy our lovely countryside or spend time with new and old friends then please come along and meet the Committee and hopefully sign up. This year the Club will be running Junior sessions on Wednesday evening, weekly club rides, another “Get Back on Your Bike” course for women, summer evening ladies rides, family events and the fourth annual Gayford Flyer sportive (Sunday, 2nd September). The annual subscription in 2018 is £12.50 for individuals and £35 for family membership. This is a slight increase on last year but it ensures that we can once again offer 50% off the purchase of one item of Club kit. If you can’t make it along on the evening, you can download a form from www.hadleighcyclingclub.co.uk or request a form from chairman@hadleighcyclingclub.co.uk The Club had a very successful AGM and Xmas Meal in December. It provided an opportunity to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of Benson Ho who stood down as Treasurer. He has been replaced by Nick Webber. Kate Billington is our new Membership Secretary.

Riders are invited to gentle social rides starting at 9am from The George on Sundays, weather permitting. Adults and “capable children accompanied by an adult” are all welcome. The distance is around 25 miles. Check out our Facebook page. Visit www.hadleighcyclingclub.co.uk or connect with the club via Facebook: Hadleigh Cycling Club @HadleighCycling

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The Whatfield Players are planning a new show, based on the age-old themes of love and relationships between the sexes on 12th and 13th October 2018.

We already have a varied programme of drama, comedy and musical numbers in mind but are very open to any new suggestions from existing members or anyone who would like to be involved for the first time.

As usual we are happy to welcome singers, musicians or actors. If you would like to be involved, whether as a performer or behind the scenes, we would love to see you at our ‘Social Evening’ on Wednesday 21st February, 7.30 p.m. at the Village Hall. You can bring any pieces with you that you might like to perform or you may find that we already have the ideal part for your talents!

If you cannot come on that evening but would like to be involved or you would like more information beforehand please contact our chairperson, Diane Armour: 01473 822000. It would be particularly useful for us if you could let us know in advance if you plan to bring your own performance pieces.

Hadleigh Hares - Suffolk Cross Country Championships 2018 Congratulations to all the Hadleigh Hares runners who competed at the Suffolk Championships held at Culford School. Our female ‘A’ team comprising of Davina Greenwell, Elisa Bostock and Rachel Bodsworth had an excellent day and finished in 3rd position out of 22 teams.

Our male team finished 5th out of 19 teams.

Caitlin Fosker had a great run to finish 4th in the under 17 category and there were County medals awarded to Maria Ward (3rd V45) and John Scaife (1st V40). Our junior boys ran well in the U11 category including Luke Hyde (6th), Taylor Clarke (7th) & Billy Oxford (16th).

We would also like to take this opportunity to say thank you to Hadleigh Physiotherapy who have supported the Hares and have very generously given us an inflatable Spider Dome for us to use at all sorts of events. It was really useful for the freezing cold day in Culford.

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Lavenham Carpet Bowls Club Sorry I missed the January edition but my husband and I was away in December and missed the submission date. I hope everyone had a super Christmas and New Year. The Carpet Bowls Club had a super Xmas lunch at the Horseshoes where we presented the winners of our in-house Singles and doubles competitions with their personal trophies.

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A friendly and efficient service at competitive rates • Rats, Mice, Rabbits, Moles & Squirrels • Bird control and proofing • Flies, Wasps, Ants, Hornets • Fleas and Biting Insects • Routine Service Contracts • Flykillers, Fly Screens and strip curtains • Woodworm/Death Watch Beetle - 30 year guarantee Head Office: Command House, Preston St Mary, Sudbury, Suffolk

TEL 01787 248049 sales@commandpestcontrol.co.uk

elmsett storshops We offer clean, secure, easy access storage from £50/month and workshop options from £75-£400/month Access all hours 24 hour CCTV & Security Barrier Flood Lighting Parking available adjacent to unit

www.elmsettstorshops.co.uk Gate Farm, Elmsett Tel: 01473 822162 M: 07767 290 469

Jason Winfield Plumbing & Maintenance Oil Boiler Installations, Servicing & Repairs

Gas Boiler Installations, Servicing & Repairs For all your other plumbing needs, from a dripping tap to a new bathroom suite For a free quote call Jason:

07443 457024

Based in Hadleigh 34

winfieldjason@aol.com

Telephone Community News on 01473 823366

Lister Countryside Services

Tel: Chris 01473 805792 Mobile: 07919 287656

Garden Worx The Complete Garden Service

Landscaping Fencing Turfing Tree Work Hedge Cutting Garden Maintenance & Clearance Children’s Play Areas

Free quotations and advice Tel. 01473 823887 Mob. 07709 876665 help@gardenworx.co.uk www.gardenworx.co.uk

CHIMNEY SWEEP TL CHIMNEYS Marcus Webb

TEL 01473 712703 ~ MOBILE 07733 420611 Email marcus@tlchimneys.co.uk

www.tlchimneys.co.uk

SUFFOLK • NORFOLK • ESSEX

Put the sparkle back into your oven with a call to your local Ovenclean specialist

Single and Double Ovens • Agas and Ranges Grills, Hobs & Extractors • Microwaves • BBQs Call your local Ovenclean Specialist for a quick quote on: Mob: 07824 159800 Email: kevin.hatley@ovenclean.com Prices starting from £49 Using advanced equipment and customised products that will quickly remove all grease, fat and burnt on carbon deposits.

No fumes, no mess, no bother, just perfect results every time!

www.ovenclean.com

COOPER & KELLING Builders

EXTENSIONS, NEW BUILDS, REFURBISHMENTS HAND BUILT KITCHENS TIMBER FRAMED BUILDINGS AND CART LODGES ALL CARPENTRY, BRICKWORK AND PLASTERING All jobs welcome large or small

For a free quote or advice please contact Office 01787 248227 Mobile 07984 499971 07966 678704 www.cooperandkelling.net email: info@cooperandkelling.net

21 HARWOOD PLACE, LAVENHAM, SUDBURY, SUFFOLK CO10 9SG

TV & Audio Solutions (Formerly BV Hicks Ltd)

Are you having trouble setting up or operating your TV / Audio or DVD? Has your equipment stopped working?

Does your TV need a re-tune?

Help is at hand - Call Toby Hicks 01449 741056 / 07968 686035 New Domestic appliances & TV products supplied Accountants / Financial Services Thompson Financial Consulting 01473 828973 Walter Wright ............................01473 822143 GKM Financial Services .............01473 828280 Aaron Clarke ..............................01473 657763 Matt Gallo ..................................07776 195254 Butchers Jolly Meat Company ..................01473 810119 Builders / Property Maintenance C.A. Builders..............................01473 824404 Simon Farthing ..........................07823 333451 T.J. Griggs .................................01473 824315 G.C. Property.............................01473 823559 Grass To Glass...........................01473 828269 Cooper & Kelling Builders .........07966 678704 GMH Builders ............................07807 217623 Deepflow Guttering....................01473 879448 Philip Eden Builder ....................01473 832407 Tony Faulkner ............................01473 822122 Eastern Heritage Restoration .....01473 805440 Cru Contractors .........................07496 901704 Cards, Gifts, Stationery Keith Avis ..................................01473 823131 Carpets / Flooring A.J. Carpets ...............................01473 822240 Hadleigh Carpet Care .................01473 396706 Car Sales, Servicing, Repairs & Valet Ainger Holbrow .........................01473 823286 L.S. Eaves..................................01206 262123 Suffolk Rural Enterprises...........01473 652232 Complete Car Services ..............01473 828991 Hadleigh Tyre Group..................01473 827827 Paul Wilding ..............................01473 827272 Eurospeed Tyre and Garage.......01473 823172 S. T. Services Simon Tydeman ..07783 033401 Crockatt Garage.........................01473 824342 Scuffs & Scrapes.......................01473 824909 Simon Shield Cars .....................01473 658097 Chimney Sweep / Fireplace Services TL Chimneys .............................07733 420611 Capel Chimney Sweep ...............01473 313069 Clothes Labels to Love ...........................07889 773593 ZOR Boutique ............................07969 525859 Cleaners Mulberry Maids .........................01473 827338 Cycle Repair Spokes Cycle Repair..................01473 658529 Pedal House ..............................01473 828129 Sunny Day Cycleworks ..............01473 806391 Doors, Windows & Blinds Andy Grimsey................................01473 823584 Tim Allen Windows........................01473 827086

Your local business

DIRECTORY

Specialist with 40yrs experience • Flat Roofing including re-decking

Have your company listed for £6.25 + VAT per month (Minimum insertion 4 months) and reach 18900 local homes and businesses

• Guttering, Fascias, Soffits and Bargeboards uPVC

For more information call Matt on 01473 823366

Call Brian today for a free quote

Hadleigh Glass ..............................01473 822415 Surefix...........................................01473 827004 A&B Glass ....................................0800 077 3996 SEH BAC........................................0808 1592846 Paul James Blinds ........................0800 030 6038 Ventanilla Blinds..01787 313677 / 07966 371963 Electrical Goods and Supplies Hadleigh Lighting & Electrical .......01473 829222 Hicks TV & Audio Solutions ..........01449 741056 Electricians CC Electrical ..................................07891 723712 S Cowle Electrical..........................01473 823179 Andrade Electrical..........................07977 279970 David Lavender..............................01473 829753 Estate Agents Frost & Partners............................01473 823456 ByChoice .......................................01473 828280 Palmer & Partners.........................01787 242540 David Burr .....................................01206 263007 Hunters Exclusive..........................01473 828121 Pearce Properties Online ...............01473 810169 Florists The Flower Shop Kersey Mill .........01473 805156 Funeral Services Hunnaball ......................................01473 748808 Kingsbury & Saunders ..................01473 823117 R. Gwinnell....................................01473 824440 W. A. Deacon.................................01787 247389 Collins & Curtis Masonry ..............01473 250932 Garden Machinery Repair W. J. Green....................................01473 823839 Steve Blake....................................07813 814623 Garden Services 4 Life Landscapes .........................01473 828117 Grass To Glass ..............................01473 828269 T. J. Griggs ....................................01473 824315 The Landscaper .............................01473 824107 Leeks Landscapes .........................07741 448208 Garden Worx .................................01473 823887 Hair and Beauty Hadleigh Hairloom.........................01473 822191 French Complexion........................01473 828805 Hardware M. W. Partridge ..............01473 824183 / 822333 Health and Fitness Hadleigh Boxford Practice .............01473 822961 Hadleigh Dental Surgery................01473 823092 Hearing Care Centre ......................08000 962637 Looking-Glass Dental Practice.......01473 823003 Sally Mowles Foot Health Care ......01473 822902 Hadleigh Osteopaths .....................01473 828585 Hadleigh Physiotherapy.................01473 810185 Health Foods For You ....................01787 828262 Backs to The Future.......................07818 420029 Maggie Thurlow Hypnotherapist ..01473 829729

MTM PLANT TELEPHONE: & TOOL HIRE 01787 312007 BOTTLED BUTANE AND PROPANE PORTABLE TOILETS (SITE TOILET/EVENT FOR ALL OCCASIONS) MINI EXCAVATORS GARDENING EQUIPMENT DUMPERS TOGETHER WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT FOR THE CONTRACTOR OR DIY ACCESS TOWERS 850 WIDE – 1450 WIDE ̞

Stacey’s Felt Roofing

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All types of power tool repairs/electrical testing & servicing

sales@mtmplant.co.uk www.mtmplant.co.uk

FOR PLANT & TOOL HIRE NEEDS

• Pitched Roof & Chimney Repairs

Hadleigh Acupuncture ...................07717 314961 Holiday Lets Toppesfield Cottages .................01473 829129 Home Design / Services Les Hymas Upholsterer .............01473 829337 Energy on Tap............................07780 975787 Hadleigh Stoves.........................01473 829644 S. T. Stoneworks........................01787 464016 I.T. and Computer Services Home Computer Services..........01473 829552 Locksmith / Home Security T.J. Griggs .................................07850 630389 Guytec CCTV .............................01473 652165 Mortgage & Protection Advice SHK Finance ..............................07538 477590 Mobility Services Hadleigh Mobility Centre ...........01473 823235 Newsagents Keith Avis ..................................01473 823131 Nursing & Care Services Laxfield House............01787 247340 / 247495 Hadleigh Hall Nursing Home .....01473 851995 Opticians D. J. Dunstone...........................01473 823755 Painting & Decorating Simon Farthing ..........................07823 333451 Eleanor May Painter & Decorator .01449 740526 The Paint Saint JLM ..................07917 877694 Pest Control Vermoush Pest Control .............07805 999544 Lister Countryside Services.......01473 805792 Command Pest Control .............01787 248049 Pets April Cottage Cattery..................01787 247302 Picture Framing Framestore ................................01473 822334 Plant Hire Hadleigh Hirebase .....................01473 828509 Plumbing & Heating Gallagher ...................................01473 828806 Seager Home Solutions .............01473 824884 Plumbmate ................................01473 810088 Roundhouse Plumbing ..............07939 082630 Heatsave Heating Solutions .......01473 822775 Spear .........................................01473 829863 Buddha ......................................07710 081745 Allpress Plumbing & Heating.....01473 828004 GJ Watts....................................01473 829644 Jason Winfield Plumbing...........07443 457024 I.D. Plumbing & Heating............07557 733244 Printers Keith Avis Printers .....................01473 823366 Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink Hintlesham Golf Club.................01473 652761 The Kings Head Hadleigh...........01473 828855

Mobile: 07860 775509 The George Hintlesham .............01473 652408 The Ram ....................................01473 822880 The Swan Monks Eleigh ............01449 763163 The Greyhound Lavenham.........01787 249558 Brewers Arms............................01787 210441 Hadleigh Fast Food ....................01473 824736 Copper Kettle.............................01473 827001 Septic Tank Emptying A.K. Services .............................01473 822694 Shops Hollowtrees ...............................01449 741247 Bridge Farm Barns.....................01449 740456 Skip / Waste Removal G. Leeks Skip Hire .....................01473 824256 Solicitors / Wills Gibbons Solicitors .....................01473 822488 Bates Wells & Braithwaite..........01473 219282 Gotelees ....................................01473 822102 The Will Business ......................01206 263420 Sports & Hobbies Hintlesham Golf Club.................01473 652761 Stoke by Nayland Club...............01206 265818 Snowys Bait & Tackle ................07766 140624 Storage Elmsett Storshops .....................01473 822162 Structural Engineers Brett Design Partnership ...........01473 822047 Surveyors MS Surveys ...............................01473 249020 Taxi Beaumont Cars ..........................01473 827096 Town & Country Cars ................01473 828999 Voyager Travel ...........................01473 828102 Hadleigh Private Hire .................01473 829700 A&L Private Hire........................01473 356277 Travel Beestons ....................01473 212521 / 823243 Travel 2000................................01206 394433 Travel Stop ................................01473 828728 Tree Surgeons Garden Worx .............................01473 823887 Oakdene Tree Services...............01473 652117 Veterinary Surgeons Highcliff Veterinary Practice ......01473 822704 Central Veterinary Services........01473 555000 Water Softeners Patmore.....................................01473 713600 Brett Valley Installations ............01206 337316 Weight Loss & Fitness Cambridge Diet Val Lord............01449 737113 Window Cleaner C&D Services ............................01473 828626

The Local Community News

Editor: Kelvin Avis 01473 823366 kelvin@keithavis.co.uk To place an advert: Matt Barber 01473 823366 Mobile: 07799 313838 matt@keithavis.co.uk

www.hadleighcommunitynews.co.uk

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£270,000

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£192,500

£260,000

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£325,000

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£780,000

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Edwardstone

5 bedrooms

£345,000

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£325,000

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£395,000

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£405,000

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£585,000

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£1500 pcm

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£695 pcm

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Open 7 days per week • Open until 8pm weekdays 76 High Street, Hadleigh, Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 5EF sales@frostandpartners.co.uk

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