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ANZAC DAY HONOUR FOR HADLEIGH On April 27th Hadleigh Town Council will be co-hosting, along with the Britain-Australia Society Suffolk Branch, the 2014 ANZAC Day Commemoration Parade and Service. ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and ANZAC Day - 25 April - is probably Australia's most important national occasion. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War when Australian and New Zealand soldiers formed part of the allied expedition in 1915 that set out to capture the Gallipoli peninsula in order to open the Dardanelles to the allied navies. The Australian and New Zealand forces landed on Gallipoli on 25 April, meeting fierce resistance from the Ottoman Turkish defenders. What had been planned as a bold stroke to knock Turkey out of the war quickly became a stalemate, and the campaign dragged on for eight months. At the end of 1915 the allied forces were evacuated, after both sides had suffered heavy casualties and endured great hardships. Local links with the campaign are strong as the 5th Battalion of the Suffolk Regiment was sent to Gallipoli to fight alongside the ANZACs and, within days of landing, fifteen Hadleigh men were killed on one day. Therefore, it is particularly fitting that this year’s commemoration will take place in Hadleigh. The 3pm service at St Mary’s, to which members of the public are invited, will be preceded by a march from the Babergh District Council car park on Bridge Street through the town led by service personnel from Wattisham Flying Station. After the service all members of the congregation are invited to tea and Anzac biscuits in the Town Hall. These sweet biscuits, popular in Australia and New Zealand, have long been associated with the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps as it has been claimed that they were sent by wives to soldiers abroad because the ingredients do not spoil easily and the biscuits kept well during naval transportation. (See page 37 for details of the day’s events)

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the occasion. Come take in the beautiful setting and let us help you envision your wedding at Stoke by Nayland Hotel. For more information please call 01206 265818 or email sales@stokebynayland.com. Tuesday 8th April 7.30 pm Hadleigh & District Flower Club meeting at the Beaumont School. A floral demonstration by Mellissa Sheldrake from Norfolk "The Language of Flowers". Members £1.50 Visitors £4.00 includes refreshments. Please bring along an exhibit depicting "Easter" Tuesday 8th April 10.00-11.30am Come in for Coffee - Hadleigh URC, Community Room 10.00-11.30am Church open for Prayer - Hadleigh URC Saturday 12th April, 7.30 pm, The Ansell Hall, URC, Market Pace, Hadleigh. Spring Dance with Easter Bonnet competition and our own DJ. Tickets £7.50 from The Framestore. Presented by the Hadleigh & District Twinning Association. Saturday 12th April 2.00-4.00pm Scrabble - Hadleigh URC, Community Room Saturday 13th April 10.30am Churches Together in Hadleigh Palm Sunday worship at Hadleigh URC Monday 14th April Hadleigh U3A 2.30pm in the Ansell Centre. Our Monthly Meeting, which will include a talk by Julia Sorrell on “The Man who created Roman Britain Monday 14th April Hadleigh & District Garden Club meeting in the Town Hall (opposite the Ram PH) at 7.30p.m. John Rye will be giving an illustrated talk on "Using your Greenhouse". The monthly competition is a vase of any three daffodils, Members £1 and Visitors £3 included refreshments. Tuesday 15th April 10.00-11.30am Come in for Coffee - Hadleigh URC, Community Room, 10.00-11.30am Church open for Prayer - Hadleigh URC, Community Room Tuesday 15th April 7.30pm in the Seminar Room above the Library The Womens Institute will be holding a resolutions Meeting, with Elmsett & Aldham W I. Wednesday 16th April 12.15pm Wednesday Lunch Club - Ansell Centre Saturday 19th April 2.00-4.00pm Scrabble - Hadleigh URC, Community Room Sunday 20th April 10.15am Easter Worship – all welcome Tuesday 22nd April 10.00-11.30am Come in for Coffee - Hadleigh URC, Community Room, 10.00-11.30am Church open for Prayer - Hadleigh URC, Community Room Thursday 24th April Fidelis monthly meeting. ‘Best Foot Forward’ Talk by boot maker and shoe historian, Peter Ward. Start at 7.30pm in the Dining Room (op the Ram). Sec. Barbara Tryon Tel 01473 824 417. Saturday 26th April 2.00-4.00pm Scrabble - Hadleigh URC, Community Room Saturday 10th May, 3.30 pm in Lamarsh Church. An afternoon of musical treats with Stour Winds (lively light classical pieces) and Colin Tait, Accordion (folk melodies). Refreshments. Parking at Village Hall, CO8 5EU. Entry free: donations to the church.

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I am so please to be able to say a few words about the donation from the Hadleigh Thrift Shop to The South Suffolk Leisure Trust of £2000 for the purchase of special equipment to enable a 15 year old young man who was born with a complex physical and mental disability, whose only pleasure was the swimming pool. Two years ago he had to have major surgery that fused his spine which stopped him safely accessing the water, now with his new equipment he will be able to do so. This is not the first time they have assisted the Charity Trust as in the past they have given donations for the training of Lifeguards and safety equipment which is absolutely necessary when you have young children from 17 school attending and learning to swim. Thank you Barbara Boyd and all the staff. Whilst on the subject of Charity can I also mention the Hadleigh freemasons, for years they have supported local charities, this has never had any publicity whatsoever. For the record I wish to thank them. To my knowledge this year they have donated to South Suffolk Leisure Trust, Shelley Centre for Therapeutic Riding, Hadleigh Sea Scouts, Cardiac Arrest in the Young “CRY”, East of England Ambulance and Fun respite care to name a few. I am well aware there are other Charities in Hadleigh that I have not mentioned, to all of them on behalf of the town. Thanks to all those who devote their time and energy to assist the recipients of their labours Brian L. Lazenby, Town Mayor

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Health Foods For You is now offering free delivery to Hadleigh Health Foods For You in Sudbury will soon to be celebrating it’s second year in business. Following the enquiries the store has received from Hadleigh and surrounding villages Jane has committed to support people with foods and supplements they need by offering a FREE delivery service on Fridays. The experienced team have worked endlessly aiming to offer the highest standards in their industry and are continually working towards building their reputation far and wide. ”We are members of The National Association of Health Stores” which helps to keep us informed with what’s happening in the industry along with keeping our training up to date. We have a really good range of wholefoods, organics, supplements, herbal remedies and vegan personal care. Along with our own brands that we weigh up in house to enable us to offer you competitive prices along with discounts on bulk ordering. “We are able to carefully select our suppliers for the best quality products, and aim to offer a friendly, professional service. “If we don't stock a product that you require, we are happy to source it for you wherever possible. “So please do contact us with any special orders. We have a good range of suppliers who we can scan for your specific food or supplement who we order from twice a week to try and ensure an efficient service to you. We are also very excited to announce that we now have an on-line shop. Please share all our information with your friends & family so we can help keep not only our community healthy and happy but surrounding areas too. Please remember that you can buy any of our food in larger sizes for larger savings! Telephone orders are available, and we welcome all enquiries. Please visit our online shop http://stores.ebay.co.uk/healthfoodsforyou Opening Hours are Monday to Friday 9.00 - 5.30, Saturday 9.00 - 4.00 01787 828262 info@healthfoodsforyou.co.uk www.healthfoodsforyou.co.uk

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The Hadleigh Show 2014 – Aidan’s got it covered and Angus helps plant a mighty oak. Every year, the Hadleigh Farmers Agricultural Association (HFAA), organisers of the Hadleigh Show, run a competition amongst local schools, to select an original image for the cover of the show’s programme. This year, for the 175th Show cover, an amazing 220 entries were received from 8 local schools - Hintlesham & Chattisham, Elmsett, Whatfield, Kersey, Bildeston, Copdock, Hadleigh Community and St Mary’s Hadleigh. The competition brief was to come up with a cover design to reflect the theme of “Farm Machinery at the Hadleigh Show”. The judges were Andrew MacDonald, head teacher of Langham Primary School, Debbie Roblin, of Hintlesham Golf Club, and HFAA committee members Nicky Currie and Rebecca English. The four met at Hintlesham Golf Club for an enjoyable evening looking at all the entries. Julie Girling, HFAA School Liaison Officer, said “I was delighted to receive so many bright and colourful entries this year. The standard was incredibly high and I am grateful to all the children who participated and to the school staff and parents for their encouragement. The winning design truly reflects the changes in farm machinery over the Show’s 175 years.” The winner was Aidan Cook of Hintlesham and Chattisham Primary School (shown in photo with Head Teacher Mrs Justine Davies). His winning entry and also the top 30 entries will be on display in the Education tent at the Hadleigh Show on Saturday 17th May 2014. The Education tent will also feature contributions from local schools on the theme of “growing vegetables. The HFAA has also been looking at growing trees – in particular replacing the magnificent old oak which graced the showground at Holbecks Park for so many years. Sadly the oak tree recently died and needed to be felled. This was an opportunity to mark the 175th anniversary with planting the HFAA 175th Anniversary Oak Tree at the top of the showground. Present for the planting of the commemorative British Oak was HFAA President Emily Holden, Show Director Paul Gillies, partner Claire Abrey and their two sons Angus and new-born Archie. www.hadleighshow.co.uk

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The Hadleigh Steering Group The Hadleigh Steering Group met earlier this month to discuss possible ways forward for the Brett Works site. The possibilities for the site are constrained by the way the ground is laid out with the lower quality land near the river, good building land near the High Street and a middling strip in the middle. The lowest quality land can be reserved for open space, the middle land for community use and the quality land providing the income to afford our requirements. It all sounds so simple! There were plenty of good ideas around and the first priority is to get hold of the land together with adequate access. It was good to hear the ideas being floated and those members of the public present were invited to give us their suggestions. On April 14th we are looking at East House (2 p.m. in the Leisure Centre) and the floor will be open for contributions from the public and interested groups. For the sake of good order, presentations will be limited to three minutes with an initial additional three minutes for questions. This is not a hard and fast rule but it does ensure that everyone is focussed and to the point. email: info@hadleighsteeringgroup.co.uk

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Guests Eat Puddings for Suffolk Family Carers Last night the sweet-toothed population of Suffolk gathered in Ipswich to help raise money for a local, charitable appeal launched by Suffolk Family Carers. Hearing care specialists, The Hearing Care Centre, based at Upper Brook Street, in Ipswich, decided to put their fundraising experience together with the dessert making skills of the culinary students at New Suffolk College, to create an indulgence evening to remember. The aim was to raise as much money as possible for the charity’s ‘8 Days a Week Appeal’, where they are trying to raise £525,000 to buy a Mobile Family Carers Centre to reach Family Carers in Suffolk. On the night guests packed into Shelley’s Restaurant and tucked into a delicious main course, followed by a huge array of delicious homemade puddings, accompanied with an ‘all you can eat policy’. Desserts included everything from the classic sticky toffee pudding and chocolate brownies, through to beetroot pie and lime posset. The charity Pudding Club event raised over £740.00 for the charity, through ticket sales, donations and a charity raffle, which was held on the night. Karen Finch, The Hearing Care Centre MD said, “I can’t believe that this is our sixth Pudding Club evening and demand grows more and more each time we do them. The event has been such a resounding success and I must thank everybody who supported us. I think everyone who attended ate around 2 weeks-worth of calories in one night, but it’s worth it for the tremendous amount of money we have raised!” Graham Bickers, President of Ipswich East Rotary Club was also presented with a prize and certificate for successfully eating the most puddings, which totalled 17!

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Hadleigh Bridge Club We welcomed 4 new members to our Monday night Duplicate Bridge Club last month. Prior to our Tuesday afternoon Chicago session, we have started a 1 hour session for those wishing to develop their skills. Three people starting on this 'training' with us last month and we hope that they will soon move on to play at either or both of our club meetings. For those who would like to come to these, it would be preferred that they have at least a rudimentary understanding of the game but may not necessarily feel confident to play competitively. Please see our web site for contact information. New members are always welcome to either Monday evenings or Tuesday afternoons. Further details can be found on our web site at hadleighbridgeclub.co.uk

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Travel Stop â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lunch Club Since 2004, Travel Stop has been holding a monthly Travellersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lunch Club. Our chosen venue since April 2012 has been Hintlesham Hall Golf Club, located in the heart of the Suffolk countryside. A spacious and light room opens out onto a wonderful decking area overlooking the golf course and a choice of either a two course or three course lunch is offered. A 45-minute presentation is given by a travel provider, whether it be a tour operator, a tourist board, a hotel chain or cruise company etc., after which there is an opportunity to chat, ask questions or exchange ideas and views over a leisurely lunch with fellow travellers, the presenters and members of our Travel Stop team. The regular members of our monthly gatherings range from experienced cruisers to the most adventurous and intrepid travelers. Whatever your ideal holiday or travel preferences, it will be guaranteed that someone from our lunch club will have been there and will be able to offer advice and recommendations from first-hand experience! Why not come along and join us at one of our monthly lunches and see if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for you. We have an introductory offer for your first lunch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; buy one get one free â&#x20AC;&#x201C; so why not give it a try? 2 courses - ÂŁ14.95 per person 3 courses - ÂŁ17.95 per person 2014 Lunch Club Presentations 9th April Cox and Kings (India) 14th May Prestige (Sicily) 11th June APT (Escorted touring) 9th July Lusso (Caribbean) 13th August North American Travel Service/Tauck 10th September ANZCRO (Australia & New Zealand) 8th October Titan (River Cruising) 13th November Distinctive Americas (South America) 11th December Christmas Lunch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; No presentation Please contact us on 01473 828728 for further details or to be added to our mailing list

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Thankyou! Thank you to everybody who attended my quiz night on 1st March to help raise funds for me to participate in a community project in Mexico with Girl Guiding this summer. The night was very successful and we managed to raise an astonishing ÂŁ740. I would like to say a massive thank you to everyone who made cakes and donated raffle prizes. Thanks to my Auntie Jane and Auntie Suzanne for organising cakes and helping out on the night. As well as Jessica Gant, Molly Richardson, Chloe Perry, Anna Vince and my parents who helped organise the event. Thanks also to Steve and Taneth from the Layham Queens Head and the support from Layham. Furthermore I would like to thank all of the very generous businesses that donated raffle prizes. These include: Wincer Kievenaar, Hintlesham Hall, The Ram, Morrisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Andrews, M.W Partridge, Tatty Broyds, French Complextion, Avis Newsprint, the Kersey Bell, and Shelagh for her lovely cards. Thanks again, Katy Gant

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The Gift Of Life for Hadleigh The East of England Co-operative Society has generously gifted Hadleigh with an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) which is sited at the Magdalen Road end of the Co-op building next to the ATM machine. This is vital, potentially life-saving equipment for anyone suffering a cardiac arrest. The East of England Coop has already supplied 51 to stores in this area. They are also donating them to rural areas where they have no store, locating them on the Village Hall or other prominent building. They plan to donate 49 more in the future. My concern, which I am currently discussing with the Area Manager, is the lack of publicity, signage and information, both in the store and outside to show its position and what action to take in the sad event that it should be required. You may wonder why this is so important to me. On 5th May 2013 my 47 year old son, Andrew, collapsed while running a half marathon in Toronto, where he lives and works as a Police Office. He was unconscious before he hit the ground. He had no pulse, was not breathing and was clinically dead for between 5 and 7 minutes. He had suffered a cardiac arrest. An ambulance was summoned, while a Police Officer on duty close by started chest compressions, but it was not until a paramedic arrived with the portable defibrillator and administered one shock that drew breath, and his pulse was restored. He was taken to hospital and having had a stent fitted felt â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;greatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. He has been a competitive athlete for 37 years and is fit, strong and very determined. After seeking medical advice, he resolved to take part in a 460km Police Memorial run he had done in the previous 3 years. It is in the form of a relay when about 250 Officers run from Toronto to Ottawa in memory of colleagues who have died in the line of duty. The race takes 3 days and individuals can run as much or as little as they like. Five months after his cardiac arrest Andrew took part in the relay and covered 100km, the same distance as he had run in previous years. This year we shall be in Toronto on 5th May, not grieving the loss of our son, but supporting him on a solo run, his New Life Marathon of 470km, planned to take a week and running from Ottowa to Toronto. He is not seeking publicity for himself but for the Canadian Charity, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Mikey Networkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, which supplied his life-giving defibrillator. His call is for defibrillators to be installed in every public place where fire extinguishers are required by law and that they should be visible and accessible. It seems to me that everyone suffering a cardiac arrest should have the same chance of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;New Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; as Andrew. Confronted by a sudden cardiac arrest always dial 999 first. The Ambulance Service can give you all the advice you need. I know that for our family a defibrillator and the speed with which it was deployed made all the difference. Check out the AED next time you are in the High Streetâ&#x20AC;Ś.and pray that it never has to be used! Anita Rosbrook

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Hadleigh & District Twinning Association In June this year Hadleigh sees the biennial visit from France of our twin town Rousies. This exchange has been happening every year since 1977. In 1999 two other towns, Ferriere la Grande and Ferriere la Petite which are close to Rousies joined the association. In order to provide food and entertainment for these visits the committee of the HDTA works to present an interesting programme of fund-raising events. These have included, Games nights, quizzes, whist drives, themed meals, fashion shows, race nights, member's barbeques and garden parties. Our next event is a disco/dance in the Ansell Centre with an Easter Bonnet competition. Everyone is welcome and tickets for this are ÂŁ7.50 from the Framestore, (children Half price). If you are interested in joining the HDTA and maybe hosting a French person, couple or family contact our secretary Jane Marsland, chairman Peter Matthews or myself at the Framestore. Kathleen Freeth

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Wilkins & Perrywood:- Not a firm of solicitors but two very large successful Tiptree businesses which welcome visitors. The Wilkins’ Museum reflects the company’s long history as a jam producer and major employer in the area. Their well stocked shop and welcoming tea room enabled members to buy and try any of their diverse range of products in a relaxed setting. Perrywood, the second port of call, was enormous and full to the gunnels with everything directly or vaguely connected to gardening. As most of our lady gardeners have plenty of stamina, visiting all areas of this massive establishment was not a problem. Revival was always at hand in their equally extensive tea room. The good weather and colourful countryside enroute was an added bonus. Charity Cheque:- The Fidelis ‘Just Desserts’ recipe book’s year long project came to a very happy end when Angela Bussey of Marie Curie Cancer Care was presented with a cheque for £560.00 for the charity. This grand amount was a percentage of the profits from the sale of the club’s bright red paperback which is packed full of members’ (L to R) Jan Devey, Angela Bussey, recipes and humorously Zoey Palmer, Sally Pryke and Liz Wilson illustrated by Bryan Haylock of (Chairwoman) The Idler bookshop. The sponsors, Gotelee Solicitors & the Beauty Room, were represented by Sally Pryke and Zoey Palmer respectively. Once Angela had thanked the group for their generous donation and outlined how the charity will use it, the ladies returned to their ‘Make & Take’ challenge for the evening. Lin Slaughter, the group’s in house craft guru, patiently taught everyone the building blocks for Japanese quilting with one of her massive quilted bedspreads on show for inspiration. The room quickly became a hive of industry, laughter and chatter. There was also an opportunity to view members’ hobbies and pastimes which were on display around the edge of the hall. This interesting and varied collection of leisure time pursuits clearly highlighted the high level of hidden talent within the club. J Devey

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With plans to extend the club pavilion a number of fund raising events have been arranged throughout the year to which HCC would warmly welcome both new and old faces. The main event is our Midsummer Dinner & Disco at Vauxhall Farm on 27th June but we are also holding various themed nights run by the club which will include a 20/20 Cricket Day for the youth and adult sides on 13th July followed by an evening watching the World Cup. We are also opening the clubhouse bar on match days, so please come along to the ground, enjoy the cricket and relax in the sun with a drink! We have the Annual Cheese and Wine on Saturday December 6th so please pencil in these dates and come and experience the warm atmosphere at HCC. Tickets for our Midsummer Dinner & Disco are £40 per person Contact Simon Gladwell on: 07801 928911 or simon.gladwell@copdockmill.co.uk or tweet him at @bigsi13

A. J. Carpets 1964 – 2014 celebrating 50 Years of Business In late April 1964 my father Alan Sparkes started a carpet and furniture business at 14 High Street Hadleigh, selling Axminster, Wilton and Tufted carpets and the new smooth flooring called Vynolay as well as all types of furniture. I can remember that the tufted carpets started at 19/11 sq yd fitted, we saw the appearance of the first Foam Backed carpets in the 60’s and also the changes from tacked down carpets to the first use of gripper rod which made the edges of the carpets much neater. We still have my father’s first carpet stretcher which is close to 50 years old. 1983 saw the company move across the street to 21 High Street and the furniture part of the business ceased, as the emphasis was now on all types of floorcoverings. In those days we also stocked rolls of carpet for immediate delivery. 1993 saw a change of management with my brother and I taking over the day to day running of the company. At the end of 1993 we opened at our present address 112a High Street with a large range from leading manufacturers. The company currently employs 5 people with many years of experience, we offer all types of carpet, vinyl, lino, carpet tiles, vinyl tiles, laminate and solid wood flooring suitable for all domestic and commercial situations. We offer free quotations with no obligation and can call on 50 years of experience in the flooring industry and all of our fitters have a minimum of 10 year’s experience of fitting all types of floorcoverings. We would like to thank all our customers, old and new for their support which has enabled us to reach this milestone and look forward to your support in the coming years. LOOK OUT FOR SPECIAL PROMOTIONS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. Tel: 01473 822240 www.ajcarpets.co.uk Email kevinsparkes@btconnect.com

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Afternoon Tea at The Cock Inn, Polstead The Cock Inn Polstead has opened a new Afternoon Tea Room in their restaurant barn extention overlooking the delightful garden and village green setting, where they will be serving full afternoon traditional English Teas, Cream Teas with Clotted Cream, an array of cakes and fancies, assorted teas and homemade cakes, all served on vintage crockery. Why not celebrate with a glass of Pimms or Sparkling Wine to go with your afternoon teas, available Saturday or Sunday 12-5pm, or on request you can Hire the room (Tuesday to Friday) for a private occasion or gathering. Weather permitting you can also enjoy the Tea room Delights in the Garden. Telephone 01206 263150

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Nursery School in Sambuyang, South Kombo Region, Gunjur, The Gambia CAN YOU HELP? In January, we returned from a visit to the Gambia where we own a small house in a rural area. One day we were approached by the headmaster of a local nursery school. He had started up two months previously, and when we made an unannounced visit, we found the school in his own compound - a simple building with bare walls and mud floor. A teacher was reading from a tattered story book, the only one they had; there were no pencils, no paper, no art materials and nowhere to sit down. In spite of this, there were 34 children, aged 4 -7, all eager to attend, and two teachers and one assistant enthusiastically working without pay. It was hardly surprising we decided to help. We organised some paint and a local ‘artist’ to decorate the walls and commissioned a local carpenter to make benches and desks. Their gratitude was touching and to our embarrassment, they named the school after us. A bit of background: The Gambia makes no provision for education before age 7, and although nominally ‘free’ after that, it is still too expensive for many as books, uniforms etc are provided by the parents. HOW CAN YOU HELP? It costs a minimum of £2000 a year to make ends meet and we are looking for sponsors and one off donations. Underwriting a child for 3 years at £50 a year would help us to plan ahead but even a small donation would be hugely helpful. In addition to paying teachers, and providing books, writing materials and uniforms, we have to meet basic government standards and this involves expensive building work to improve the infrastructure. In response to our appeal in the Village Edition of Community News last month we now have sponsors for 21 children, mostly for 3 years, and nearly £1000 in the bank. We have started building school toilets and hope to start on the perimeter wall as soon as they are finished. Sponsorship money and donations will be paid into our school account— Sambuyang Gambia Nursery School Association. We will ensure that it reaches the school and is spent in accordance with agreed priorities. Full accounts will be provided at the end of each year. Sponsors will be sent progress reports at least twice a year. Teachers’ salaries are 1500 to 2500 dalasi a month (approx £30 - £50). At the moment they are accepting a lower rate to enable essential building work to go ahead. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP, please contact: Dr Ken Wright or Alice Banks on 01473 828976 or by email: kjt.wright@doctors.org.uk or alinolan101@hotmail.co.uk

Hadleigh Physiotherapy welcomes Chartered Physiotherapist Rebecca Bayliss to join existing husband and wife team Charlotte & Will Dykes. The Physiotherapy practice based at 111 George Street has enjoyed a successful few months since officially opening its doors in November 2013. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We would like to thank all our clients to date for their support, positive feedback and wish Jim Wilding, running the London Marathon later this month every success. We would also like to thank the Royal British Legion for inviting us to come and talk at their March general meeting. Hadleigh Physiotherapy is pleased to welcome Chartered Physiotherapist Rebecca Bayliss to the team. Rebecca is currently completing her MSc in sports injury management and is a keen cyclist, runner and member of Hadleigh Hares. Rebecca also brings to the practice her ability to perform Acupuncture as a certified member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP) What is Acupuncture & How Does It Work? Acupuncture is one of the many skills that can be used by Physiotherapists to help treat pain and inflammation. It is a form of traditional Chinese medicine dating back thousands of years which is now widely accepted within both the National Health Service and Private Practice. Physiotherapists base their treatments on scientific research and clinical evidence. Current literature has proven that acupuncture can reduce pain by stimulating the brain and spinal cord to produce natural pain relieving chemicals that help promote wellbeing. These endorphins and serotonin chemicals assist the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s healing process and reduce its perception of pain allowing other treatments to aid recovery. Acupuncture can be combined with and assist any of the following treatment options: joint mobilisation and manipulation, sports rehabilitation, exercise therapy, muscle imbalance retraining, postural correction and ergonomic assessment. What Will Happen During Your Treatment? Acupuncture involves careful and gentle insertion of very fine, sterile needles into specific points on your body. Each condition must be assessed individually, but the effects of acupuncture can be significant after one session. Acupuncture has a cumulative effect, therefore a course of treatment is recommended for maximum benefit to be gained. A number of needles may be used during each treatment, and these are typically left in place for around 20 mins before being removed. What Does Acupuncture Feel Like? Acupuncture should not be painful. You may feel a slight scratch as the needle is inserted but this is much less than that of an injection. You may also feel sensations such as tingling, aching and warmth. Many people feel relaxed during the treatment. To discuss further or book an appointment, please call Hadleigh Physio on 07599959997 or email us at enquiries@hadleighphysio.co.uk

New classes arriving after Easter! Children across Suffolk are currently enjoying their journey with Puddle Ducks which is a baby, toddler and pre-school swim school delivered in a variety of lovely warm pools. Children can have lessons from a few days to 4 years old and have fun while they learn to swim in a safe, encouraging environment. Puddle Ducks classes, which last 30 minutes, will teach activities including swimming, submersion, floating, songs and games. Each session will incorporate rhyme, music and movement with songs that have been written by professional musicians. Although fun is at their heart, Puddle Ducks classes are about much more than this. The classes revolve around bonding and play where children donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realise theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re learning to swim and are acquiring skills that could save their lives. Franchisee, Claire, says â&#x20AC;&#x153;I believe that swimming is a skill that all children should be taught from an early age. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun, helps them interact with other children and encourages them to lead a healthy life style. 1 in 3 children leave primary school unable to swim and 1 in 6 parents never take their child swimming*, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on a mission to change that, starting right here in Suffolk!â&#x20AC;? Due to popularity, new classes have been added at Birch Farm on a Monday and Sunday afternoon, to start after the Easter break. Please visit our website www.puddleducks.com/suffolk to find out more information on times and prices or give us a call on 01473 356222 to have a chat. www.puddleducks.com/suffolk *Source: Amateur Swimming Association

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News from The Station Hello readers, and welcome to this month’s edition of news from the Police Station. Having reviewed previous HCN magazines I thought it best to clarify the lorry situation in Benton Street and the work that continues to be done to lessen the use by large vehicles. Benton Street is covered by the Lorry Watch scheme. This is operated by volunteers who live in the Street and who are trained by Suffolk County Council’s Trading Standards department allowing them to recognise any vehicle over 7.5tonne. The scheme was introduced after Trading Standards recognised the need for increased sanctions against the drivers and agents who regularly abuse the weight restriction. It was launched after prolonged consultation with the Police and the public. Throughout this consultation period, I, along with colleagues, spent time in Benton Street stopping lorries and issuing fixed penalty tickets for offenders. At that time, the Police only had the power to issue £30 tickets, and could only do so at the time of the incident. A recent legislation change now allows us to issue £50 tickets, but again, only at the time of the incident. Trading Standards use the reports compiled by the volunteers to contact those responsible, and send repeat offenders to court where heavy fines can be issued. To date, the Lorry Watch volunteers have reported 108 vehicles to us, 13 of which have been Foreign registered. Several drivers have received fines, and there is evidence to suggest that there has been a small impact on the number of lorries using the road. I continue to liaise with business users and our industrial areas to ensure they are aware of the restriction and can divert drivers along the A1214 and A1071. The County Council are also continually looking into the general traffic issues affecting Benton Street. If you would like to become a volunteer for Lorry Watch, please contact me for further details. In response to recent complaints about parking in Long Bessels, particularly on Sunday mornings, we have undertaken a leafleting campaign to advise drivers of the dangers and nuisance that they can cause. We will continue to do this for three weeks to remedy the situation, but from Sunday 9th March any offenders will be issued fixed penalty tickets. On Thursday 13th February, managers and volunteers from the town’s four charity shops were invited to a security evening at the new East Anglian Children’s Hospice Shop on Hadleigh High Street. The evening was hosted by the PCSO Hawkes, and advice was given to staff on topics such as shoplifting awareness, ‘purse dipping’ (theft of purses from customers), detecting counterfeit notes and personal safety of staff. Thankfully these offences are rare in Hadleigh, nevertheless attendees said that they found the evening informative and useful. If you feel that your shop or business would benefit from a security review, or a similar advice evening for staff, please do not hesitate to contact the team and we can discuss arranging one for you. Grateful thanks to Jill Gould and her team at EACH for hosting the evening. Dog fouling continues to be a persistent problem in our town. If you are a dog owner it is your responsibility to clean up after your animal, and dog waste bags are very affordable and widely available. Not only will you be issued with a fine for failing to pick up after your dog, you are also risking spreading disease. I encourage any witness to this behaviour to contact me at the Police Station. The Police Station is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 1pm and 3pm. Matt PC 1455 PaisleyMatthew.paisley@suffolk.pnn.police.uk Telephone 101, Follow us on Twitter @BaberghPolice

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THE OBSERVER Hadleigh Folk Music Club Due to editorial pressure I had to drop this item in the March issue. It is history now but it is still worth my mentioning the teenage clog dancer who created interest. Hadleigh Community Day I also reported on the evening film half of this event but wanted to expand on the presence of the local police stand in the morning section. This stand was manned by a Community Service Officer and the question I raised was, "Why in an average forty hour working week was the station only open to the public for a total of six hours spread over three days?" The answer was fairly comprehensive but predictable. Manpower availability (lack of), pressure due to the outlying nature of the area the station covered, the time requirement to complete reports, the layout of the station for accessibility to the front office (?). I mentioned the almost absurdity of standing in the rain talking to an operator at Martlesham requesting to speak to an officer whom I knew was in the building. Again a very pleasant but inconclusive explanation followed, (This young woman had previously worked the station reception desk until becoming a PCSO). As I left her I pondered on the likely odds of someone nicking a digger from almost next door to the station, driving down the High Street and busting open an ATM happening again. All this made me think of the report "News from the Station" in the January HCN and the number of "watches" that the public are invited to take an active interest in. If the station can get support for these then why not the possibility of trained volunteer help in manning the front office? It would be preferable having a personal contact to start off with than talking to a voice at Martlesham whilst having a cold shower! Hadleigh Steering Group It was interesting to read the Hadleigh Town Council minuets, oops sorry I mean Minutes, wherein they quietly but firmly corrected County and District Councillor Brian Riley as to his self composition of the Hadleigh Steering Group from Town Council members. When I first saw the composition of this Group I did make the point (Feb. issue),that this was a chance to have fresh opinions and faces. It seems from the Steering Group’s own account of it's February meeting, it is likely to be very much a case of the same again. Let's hope their ideas for the Brett Works site are more original. Jimmy Wilding Let us all wish Jimmy all the very best and a safe and successful London Marathon on Sunday April 13th. in raising funds for the British Heart Foundation. A spare quid or two can still be left in St. Mary's church office, cash or cheque will do nicely. The Observer

‘Newbie’ to Hadleigh makes first run for charity Having recently become a Hadleigh resident I am coming to understand what a local community is really about. Having served 10 years in the Royal Air Force I have always had the military community as my extended family but as I have now transferred to work as a Winchman serving on Search and Rescue I find myself without the security of living 'behind the wire'. I'm also recently married, so I have gone from being a single man living in a mess (the name for our single quarters, not that I was a messy individual) to being a married man living on civvy street. All of this was quite a change and a little daunting but the Hadleigh community has really welcomed us warmly and we now feel very much a part of things here. Whilst we are still considered the 'newbies' here, we would like to become actively more involved where we can with good causes. With this in mind I have volunteered to run the Milton Keynes Marathon for charity and have managed to rope in three of my friends (known as the Burnley Four). My wife was diagnosed with Colitis in 2004 which is why I have chosen to run for Crohns & Colitis UK. Founded in 1979, the charity has been providing information and support, funding research and fighting for change by bringing together people of all ages who have been diagnosed with IBD, their families, friends and the professionals involved in their care. As this is my first marathon, I am hoping to garner the support of not only my friends, family and colleagues in the RAF but also the support of the local community in which I am now proud to be living. If anyone wishes to donate you can either text 'VTNV49' plus the amount you wish to give to 70070 or visit www.justgiving.com/burnleyfour. I would be extremely grateful for any support or donations received and I hope to make Hadleigh and my wife proud on the 5th May when I run. Sgt Daniel Allanson, email: alldan16@yahoo.co.uk

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Dear Sir Your March edition reported that there was a damaged electricity box at the bottom of Angel Street which had been exposed to the elements since December. As a result of your admonition to â&#x20AC;&#x153;get it sorted now pleaseâ&#x20AC;? I made contact with Babergh and they made the box safe by the 9th March. A few days later the door was replaced. So, three cheers for the Hadleigh Community News and three cheers also for Babergh, who once it was explained that there were serious health and safety as well as public liability issues got their act together in a lickety split fashion. Brian Riley District Councillor - Hadleigh North; County Councillor - Hadleigh

Dear Sir Whilst out walking my dogs, I was chastised by an elderly man for allowing my 11.5 year old toy-breed dog to urinate next to a tree on an open public area (currently mud, but should hopefully be grassed at some point!) at the end of my street. I did think the gentleman may have mistaken that she was fouling and been worried I was not going to clear up, so I pointed out that she was only doing a wee, however he clearly knew that and was very angry indeed, proceeding to tell me she should not be going to the toilet there as children could play there (this area is not a park, but to be landscaped). As a scientist, I know that urine is sterile, and therefore no health hazard, however there are a number of toxins that exist naturally in the soil which can cause serious illnesses, not to mention those found in the faeces of wild animals and cats, and so I would always advocate hand washing after playing in soil at any rate, as I am sure all parents would! I am a responsible dog owner, and always pick up my dogs' poo without exception (and always have a pocket full of bags for exactly this purpose!) so I take umbrage at being shouted at in the street in this manner, or in fact any manner at all, especially when I am breaking no law and doing no harm! The man in question clearly didn't like me refusing to converse with him about it, since he then felt the need to complain about me to some nearby builders! Perhaps there needs to be more for elderly people to do in order to keep themselves entertained?

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Dear Sir I refer to the letter written by Janet Bayliss on dog fouling in Hadleigh. My husband and I moved into a property on the Weavers Meadow site being constructed by Persimmon Homes in December 2012. I have on numerous occasions spoken to the council and Persimmon in connection with dog bins being provided on the development, but to no avail. We have to bring these poo bags home with us and keep them in a bin outside our garage and then every week transport this to a dog bin some 5 minute drive away. We think that this situation is not acceptable and this can only encourage SOME dog owners to not be responsible and clean up after their dogs. This is a really frustrating situation and hope someone will listen. Angela Chambers

Dear Sir I would like to ask those parents who let their children play out late into the evening if they know where, and what their children get up to? Late yesterday evening I was having a bonfire at the back of my garden when 3 lads appeared on my neighbourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s garage roof from the garden next door but one. Needless to say that they soon scarpered upon seeing someone watching them. It would seem that these lads find it a bit of fun to run along and climb across peoples garden for the length of the road, and apparently the road I live in is not the only road to have suffered this invasion. Not being familiar with the ground these lads could easily have fallen from a fence, or off a roof and hurt themselves. Worst still they may trespass into a garden with a dog or two and then knows what may happen? This intrusion is now being dealt with by the police, and may I thank the two officers who attended last night for their quick response and in their handling of the matter. Keith Huxtable

Dear Sir A few days ago I went to the Hadleigh Town Council planning committee meeting. Possibly not the most riveting entertainment for an evening but I went because on the agenda was an item about doing a Neighbourhood Plan. If you are not aware of what a neighbourhood plan is, then in brief it is a relatively new policy that aims to drill local planning down to local areas and involve local residents much more than has happened before. Why is this important? Well, it puts the power in the hands of local residents to have a say on what happens in their town. As a member of the campaign to save Coxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park where we have had to constantly fight against a seeming lack of interest from Babergh District Council in what the residents of Hadleigh actually think about the loss of important parkland, I think that residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; who care about their town having more say and being more involved in planning is a good thing. So, rather than me spending hours protesting I could actually be part of the solution by working with Babergh to say something like â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think you should build posh houses on this park but it would be fine if you built your posh houses in this different location instead and while you are at it, what can we do about having more affordable housing for older people and young families?â&#x20AC;? Hadleigh residents clearly love their town as evidenced by a number of other campaigns such as Hands Off Hadleigh, the Calais Street Skate park users group and Save East House and we could have a much greater influence in not just fighting against what we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want but crucially being involved in what we do want to see. Neighbourhood plans are about involving residents in the solutions to issues they care about so it was good to see that the town council were being proactive in looking into the possibility of doing this. This could be good news for Hadleigh but it needs people who care about their town to get involved, so I would highly recommend that you attend the Hadleigh Annual Town Meeting on Thursday 24th April 7.30pm as finding out what the community want is the key theme of the meeting. Go along and have your say. Gavin Talbot

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ChillOut Yoga In East Anglia There seems to be an assumption that to do yoga, you need to be able to touch your toes – but this really is not the case! Although yoga has its roots in India, it has become very popular in the UK in recent years. There are so many good things about yoga –the stretching that yoga offers gets the body moving in all directions - so on a physical level yoga helps to improve your strength and flexibility, prevents back pain and generally helps you feel good … and as breath-work is a large part of a yoga class, it improves your breathing capacity and oxygen levels. Many health professionals are recommending yoga, meditation and relaxation techniques as an antidote to stress – yoga is great at teaching our minds to quieten and teaches the body to relax – one of the aspects of yoga that most of us find the hardest! ChillOut Yoga Classes & Workshops ChillOut Yoga Meditation and Relaxation Classes, ranging from gentle to more challenging, have started in Sudbury and Long Melford. The classes are run on a drop-in basis, with Brenda giving plenty of variations to the different postures, so all are welcome to come along. Chairs are used in the gentle class if you can’t get up and down off the floor. Brenda is also running workshops on some weekends at The Boiler House in Bury St Edmunds, and gives 1-2-1 Yoga lessons or small group classes by appointment. ChillOut Yoga Teacher Training If you have you ever thought about teaching yoga, or want to deepen your practice and understanding of yoga, ChillOut Yoga Teacher Training is starting in Bury St Edmunds in September, running over one weekend a month for a year. CYTT will give you a secure foundation in the skills of teaching yoga, encouraging you to develop your own style as a safe, confident and effective professionally registered yoga teacher. The 200hour course has flexible payment options and is registered with the Independent Yoga Network, which will enable you to join REPS as a level 3 Yoga Teacher. There are 2 free taster afternoons coming up on the 18 May and 8 June in Bury… so if you're not sure what Yoga Teacher Training involves, or are unsure if you are a suitable candidate for being a Yoga Teacher, come and meet Brenda and get a glimpse of what CYTT is all about.... More information is on www.chilloutyoga.co.uk, or give Brenda Louw a call or text on 07791 385240. Having recently moved to Suffolk, Brenda has been practicing yoga for 15 years, teaching yoga classes, meditation and relaxation for 7 years in Central Scotland, where she still runs ChillOut Yoga Teacher Training. She has a hands-on, down-to-earth approach to teaching yoga, believing yoga is about how it feels, not how it looks… so it doesn’t matter how old you are, what shape you are (or are in), how flexible or not you are… yoga can be done by anyone – all you have to do is BE YOURSELF - Smile, breathe and go slowly.

Hadleigh Healing Society SPRING. A time of renewal, re-emergence of wild life, plants and bird song. A sigh of relief that winter has released its wet grasp with the promise of lighter and warmer days ahead. A time for the land to dry out. We in East Anglia have been so lucky compared to those in the West Country who face many months of disruption and heartache. We all need that upliftment that comes with the onset of Spring. For some Spring does not fulfil that promise. They feel trapped because of loneliness, bereavement or illness. Life is meaningless. These people need to feel that someone out there cares about them and how they feel. Someone who will listen to them and not make judgement or criticise. We, the healers, care about these people and offer our support, listen in the utmost confidence. Do not struggle on your own – help is there, the hardest part is realising it. Contact us by telephone: 01473 823282 (answer machine) or log onto www.hadleighhealingsociety.org for an appointment or more information. Following the success of Clairvoyant Day last month we shall be holding another one on Saturday, 12th July

Garden Paraphenalia at The Emporium Since opening in November the lovely customers of the Old Bakery Emporium have been giving the best possible feedback. ‘Just what Hadleigh needed’ seems to be the commonly held view. Two floors of eclectic ephemera – something for anyone and everyone. Situated by the side of Partridges in Hadleigh, it’s a place where you can get that shabby chic furniture you’ve always hankered after or just window shop and pick up an interesting object from years gone by that your grandma used to have. French kitchenalia and vintage clothing sit along side cabinets filled with china, collectables and jewellery to die for. Rugs and chandeliers hang from the rafters in the newly opened ‘Amanda’s Attic’. As summer feels just around the corner, the ‘patio’ area at the front of the shop now has more garden must-haves - reclaimed and well aged stoneware containers and statues, planters and outdoor furniture.

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Hadleigh High A Specialist Science School High Lands Road, Hadleigh Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 5HU Headteacher: Caroline Gibson Telephone: 01473 823496 E-mail: office@hadleighhigh.net Website: www.hadleighhigh.net It has been another busy month at the high school and we are delighted to have been able to provide a wide range of opportunities to our pupils which have challenged and inspired them to step out of their comfort zones and take responsibility and ownership of their academic and personal development. Pacing down the slopes! Recently, a number of staff and pupils made the long journey south to go skiing in the Alps. With the temperatures having been quite moderate, there had been concerns about the snow fall; however, pupils were not disappointed and were able to undertake snowboarding and skiing activities throughout the week. Having talked to pupils, we are happy to announce that the trip was a great success and they thoroughly enjoyed the experience, as did our staff. Consequently, we are currently preparing for the next ski trip in 2016. More details will be published in the near future for any pupils who are interested in taking part in this trip. We want to thank Miss Beverley for leading the trip of 44 students and 6 members of staff to Austria. Pupils spent many hours on the mountains either developing their existing skills, or learning new ones with the ski instructors. One of the highlights of the week was the Slalom. This is where all students and staff raced against each other. A well-deserved congratulations go to: Sam Chapman, who came fist in the student ski category, Miss Brown, in the staff ski category, Oliver Knight, in the student snowboard category, and Mr Cook, in the staff snowboard category. Pupils also spent a relaxing evening at Therme Amade, where they experienced swimming outside in warm water springs, whilst the snow fell around them. “I really enjoyed the Ice Hockey because it was really exciting and new. The instructors were also great and friendly!” – Will Bevan. “On the ski trip I made memories that will last forever.” – Emma Chapman Thank you to all of the students who were excellent representatives of Hadleigh High School, due to their positive attitudes and superb behaviour.

Under Pressure… The Year 10s have recently undergone a vigorous week of mock examinations to prepare them for the real exams in Year 11. These exams also show promising levels of progress across the year group, and lots of teachers are very proud of their students. Many students found it frightening, but they performed well under pressure. Two year 10 students voiced their opinions: Olivia Sherred said; “Being in the hall was beneficial as it has begun to prepare us for our real examinations, whilst also being good practise.” Chloe Read said; “A tiring and frustrating challenge for us all, yet we all managed to conquer it with a positive attitude.” The Year 10s are currently still receiving their results, but good reports have been frequent.

Enriching the Learning of our Pupils Enrichment Day, held on the 14th of March, was a thoroughly enjoyable day for all; numerous year 7s visited Boulogne for the day. Mrs Sibley, organised a range of activities for them throughout the day including visiting a Sea Life Centre and a French Bakery in order to take part in the making of some croissants. This was a great opportunity for the Year 7s to use their French speaking skills in a real-life situation. The rest of Year 7 were also working on the French theme, and they experienced a cultural day of French surprises. They started the day with a French breakfastincluding pain au chocolat, croissant, brioche, and diablo menthe. They also had a French picnic lunch, and played a game of boules in the afternoon. The Year 7s listened to French pop music, and had a small competition to build an Eiffel Tower out of newspaper. Furthermore, the Eiffel Tower featured in an art piece as well. Our Year 8 pupils participated in an International Sports Day; they had the opportunity to try new sports from different countries including Kabbadi (India), Lacrosse (Native America), Tai Chi (Asia), Volley Ball and Ultimate Frisbee (North America) and Handball (Europe). The Year 8s also competed for the ‘International Sports Day Cup’. For their enrichment, the Year 9s took part in the Real Game, a day designed to test their views on the world. All the Year 9s were divided into groups and spent the day learning about how their dream world with a dream job might not be the reality that is possible. This day was designed to show the students about the real world and what is achievable with an average salary. This prepared them for the adult world. The majority of the Year 10 students were working together to organise the public fete that will be held on the 10th May. The organising of the fete is a great chance to develop their planning and enterprise skills and will look brilliant on CVs in the future. The year group was split into the following different sections to divide the work load equally: budgeting and finance, fundraising, hospitality and catering, marketing and logistics. The Year 10 Science and English EPQ students visited the University of East Anglia to further enrich their understanding of their topic and find sources and evidence to help them with the dissertations that they are currently working on. Our Year 11s had a reward trip to Cambridge shopping as a reward for the hard work they have been putting in recently for their GCSEs. Those who stayed behind were catching up on any coursework that had not been thoroughly completed. The Cake Off! 7 Toppesfield, on Monday the 17th of March, held a cake sale in aid of the East Anglia Air Ambulance; to raise money so that there can be more night flights. Miss Bearman, 7 Toppesfield’s form tutor commented; ‘It’s helping them to develop skills needed to work in a community, and they felt it necessary to raise money after a visit from a representative from the Air Ambulance came to a Toppesfield assembly.’ Stylish Skorts! The new team kit has arrived! A huge thank you to the Hadleigh High School PTA who have helped finance the purchase of a new kit for the netball team. The Year 11 team recently took part in a photo shoot to model the kit, and Year 8 team have already made use of it in competitive play. Now all we have to do it raise our play to match how smart we look! Questions Galore On Friday 7th March, a Quiz Night took place at Hadleigh High School to raise money for the school. The teams were made up of six contestants including teachers, parents and some of the pupils who attend the school. The questions were tough, the knowledge was wide - the game was on. Questions varied from music, to food and drinks, geography, to famous faces. We would like to congratulate the winners ‘There’s a snake in my boot’. Commiserations to ‘The Misfits’ who came last place with a score of 39 out of a possible 100, the school being as thoughtful as they are, gave each team member from ‘The Misfits’ a

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prize. If you would like to partake in the Quiz Night next year please feel welcome to, all you need is a team of six, a team name and your knowledge. Hadleigh High School Venture London Girls from across the school years went on a trip to London on Saturday 8th March to watch the Mavericks vs. Surrey Storm in the Copper Box in the London Olympic Park. The girls also had a fantastic time shopping in Westfield before the match, one student said: “It was really fun to spend time with my friends from school in London and we had such a good time shopping. The match was the highlight of the day, some cheering for Mavericks and others for Surrey Storm. Even though some were upset with the results, we all still really enjoyed the match and the atmosphere.” We would like to congratulate Surrey Storm who survived a ferocious fight back from Hertfordshire Mavericks before securing a 52-50 victory. Challenging Number Puzzles On Friday the 28th February two Year 8 students, Lewis Quinn and I, plus two Year 9 students, Eloise Cairns and Adam Morsman, represented Hadleigh High School at a UK Mathematics Trust Regional Final at Framlingham College. We were up against 14 other schools so the competition was going to be tough, but we were determined to have a great day. The competition consisted of 4 challenges; team questions, cross-number puzzles, mini-relay and a team-relay, which included some difficult number puzzles to chew over. Our final overall position was 10th, and we all thoroughly enjoyed our day. By Laura Flockhart 8O. Sports Relief – Fundraising On the week beginning the 17th of March there was several fundraising activities organised by several learning support assistants. A 24 hour triathlon took place where the students either ran, rowed or cycled continuously for 15 minutes in order to raise money for Sport Relief. Other activities were carried out during the week, at the cost of 30p per person, such as a dodgeball tournament, penalty shootout and shoot the hoop challenge. The week ended in a nonschool uniform day, with the students dressed predominantly in red, along with a sponsored walk/run/hop/skip a mile. Miss Norris said that ‘it was a great opportunity for the students to participate in fundraising activities that will help those less fortunate.’

Midday Supervisor Wanted £6.38 per hour – 1 hour per day, 5 days per week (term time only). Required as soon as possible, to join a friendly and committed team of midday supervisors. Contact Karen Bark, Business Manager, at the school on 01473 823496, or email kbark@hadleighhigh.net.

Hadleigh High Fete The fete will be running on the 10th of May at 11am-3pm. Hadleigh High School year 10 students are arranging the whole event with limited guidence from teachers. The address for the High School is Hadleigh High School, Highlands Road, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP75HU. If needed please phone the schools number 01473 823496 or email scalvino@hadleighhigh.net. The charities the money we raise goes to are: Hadleigh Thrift Shop, EACH, Home start, East Anglian Air ambulance and Ormiston. Thomas Bull

Hadleigh U3A Update So far in 2014 we have had theatre trips to see Giselle and the Royal Philharmonic at the Ipswich Regent and upcoming visits include Greeenwich Maritime Museum incorporating the Turner and the Sea exhibition, Bawdsey Radar station and another of Andrew Davies' guided tours of unexpected corners of historic London - this time the old East End, Spitalfields and Whitechapel. Then in September we have a five-day holiday in Canterbury and the surrounding area, with lots to explore and learn. Our monthly meetings have featured speaker subjects as varied as the life and times ofVAT the Editor of the East Anglian DailyApril Times,2010 the work of the police is moving online from and other joint agencies in the wake of the murders of the five prostitutes in Ipswich and facing life with hearing dificulties. Upcoming meetings will enlghten us on The Man who created Roman Britain, Whale preservation, Digging for Victory in WW2 and Music in the Movies. And we have no less Aboutspecial the new penalty the late than thirty-one interest groups - regime somethingfor for everyone. payment of PAYE New members always welcome. Why not come along as a guest on the second Monday of every month at 2.30 pm at the Ansell Centre. Or find out more on Google at Hadleigh Suffolk U3A. Don’t letonthese details panic you!Daniels on For information how tosmall join Hadleigh U3A call John 01473 824244 email on johndaniels7@btinternet.com. Let us takeorthe strain and worries away

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Towards the Deep End Library services in Suffolk In August 2012 all of Suffolk's 44 libraries and the mobile, school and prison library services were put under the direct control of the Suffolk's Libraries IPS Ltd, an independent company registered as a charity. Suffolk's Libraries has a long-term contract with Suffolk County Council to ensure the service is delivered to an agreed specification and to work with local community groups to develop locally-focused services at each library. Like all start ups, the Hadleigh Library, whilst flourishing needs the odd helping hand to ensure that it remains the attractive place that it is. The Hadleigh Library Friends Group has been established to help support and promote the library, widen the range of activities and events that the library delivers and ensure that the local community has an input in the way that the library is run. Income from room hire is increasingly important to Suffolk Libraries with budgets being tightened all the time and the Friends are currently working on a project to re-decorate the community room at the library. The room hasn’t been decorated since 2009 and is in need of sprucing up. The room is an important asset to the local community – it’s centrally located within the town and is available to hire at a very reasonable rate. To further their endeavours I continue to rent the seminar room for Kathryn Grandon’s and my monthly surgeries and I was particularly pleased to allocate £800 from my County Councillor’s Community Budget to assist the Friends in the refurbishment of their premises and in particular contributing to the redecoration and minor upgrading. I am very conscious that I am the County Councillor for the whole of Hadleigh and I never look at party affiliations when it comes to community issues. So it will come as no surprise to see me presenting the money on behalf of the Council and the Community to David Grutchfield (and also to Sarah Hunt) at the Library. Elsewhere in Hadleigh, readers of this magazine will be aware of the unsafe electrical box in Spooners Lane near Angel Street. The box has now been made safe on a temporary basis and a properly fitted door will be coming forward in due course. It’s good to see Babergh being so responsive. Brian Riley THIS ARTICLE IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF BRIAN RILEY, DISTRICT COUNCILLOR, HADLEIGH NORTH AND COUNTY COUNCILLOR FOR HADLEIGH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS THOSE OF BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCIL OR SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

Rotary Review CLUB EVENTS: The Club's 36th Charter celebration was in the form of a lunch at the Swan Hotel, Lavenham. 34 members and guests attended enjoying an excellent meal and good company. A raffle raised just over £200 for the club's charitable trust fund. A big thank you goes to the management and staff at the Swan for looking after us so well. SPEAKERS: 3 members of Stowmarket Gipping Valley Club gave a presentation about a new smoke alarm scheme. Due to financial restrictions there has been a major reduction in the Fire Service free alarm service and Rotary is attempting to fill the gap. Clubs are raising money to provide alarms which are fitted free of charge in vulnerable households. There is a points system to find out if an applicant is eligible and if it appears so either representatives of the Fire Service or Community Fire Volunteers will attend to assess the requirements of the property and fit alarms accordingly. Many of the volunteers are Rotarians and this is a great example of Rotary helping in the community. Hadleigh members are now busy raising money to provide alarms in the Hadleigh area. Anyone who believes that they may be eligible and in need of an alarm should contact the local fire service in the first instance. MEMBERSHIP: Your local Club with a small membership is finding it increasingly difficult to participate in activities such as the one just mentioned and if it is to continue serving the community as it has for the past 36 years it needs your help now! If you are community minded and would like to try something new please consider Rotary. You are assured of a warm welcome and there are a number of ways of getting involved without taking too much of your valuable time. The Club meets every Thursday evening at the Queens Head, Lower Layham and you may contact it either by leaving details on the club website or using the Telephone number at the end of this article. For all information relating to this Club please visit Rotary Club of Hadleigh website or ring Rotarian Alan Williams tel no 01473 830229.

The First Ever Pet & Poultry Feed Show at Hollow Trees Farm April is National Pet Month and this year's theme is 'Celebrate Your Pet' and that's just what we are doing at Hollow Trees Farm! Selling pet foods has been an important part of our business ever since we started with just a few bags of poultry and pig foods over 25 years ago. During all that time we have stayed with just three quality suppliers .We have built up a good relationship with Copdock Mill (Formerly Gladwells) who supply us with all our wild bird food range plus our cat and dog food range. Local millers Marriages are our chosen supplier for all our poultry feeds and even closer to Hollow Trees Farm is Supreme Pet Foods at Stone Street near Hadleigh. They supply us with rabbit, guinea pig, hamster foods and bedding. To celebrate and highlight our range of pet foods we are having our first ever Pet & Poultry Feed Show on Saturday 5th April from 10am until 4pm. Experts from Copdock Mill and Marriages will be on hand to answer any of your queries and we will have some show day special offers and light refreshments. SESAW animal re homing centre will be joining us for the day with a range of pets including some furry ferrets! We will even be having a You & Your Pet Selfie competition with some great prizes and for all our loyalty card holders there will be double points on all pet foods during all of April. So, if you love your pets, whether its chucks, cats or canaries then a visit to Hollow Trees Pet & Poultry Feed Show on the Saturday 5th April is a must

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‘Pupils enjoy a very wide range of stimulating activities that parents describe as “amazing”’ Ofsted - September 2013

As you can see, at Whatfield CEVCP School, we all enjoy all of our learning! We continue to appreciate the Spring weather, and our grounds are looking beautiful with all the daffodils peeping through, and frogspawn in the pond! Our allotment is coming to life, and we are now preparing beds for the new season of growing. There is a spring in the step of our happy and friendly children too, and we are looking forward to the new season of PE and Sporting events. If you would like to visit us and have a look round our lovely school, you are always welcome. Please telephone 01473 823309. Lynne Golding, Headteacher

Hadleigh Community Forum is listening ‘Pupils’ social development is outstanding’ Ofsted - September 2013

‘100% of parents would recommend this School to another parent’ Ofsted - September 2013

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After setting up the Open East House group late last year the group has been trying to find ways of getting East House on George street back open again for public use. After plans were displayed about earmarking this historical landmark and one of the only bits of green land (Cox park) for housing the group started to look in to getting the building back for community use. Over a few months we held a simple survey on our Facebook page and website asking "what would people like to see in East house” and also what was missing in Hadleigh. Over 150 surveys where filled in and showed that Hadleigh is lacking services, events and things to do for all ages and family's. Hadleigh is getting BIGGER but has less to offer for the community. Because of the price of East house and its condition we have now formed Hadleigh Community Forum to find out if we cant have East House what else can be done. We are listening to the public's views and reporting them back at the Steering Groups Meetings which the next one is on the Monday 14th April at the Leisure centre at 2pm which is open to the public. We will also be talking at the Annual Town Meeting which takes place in the Guild Room, Hadleigh (entrance opposite St. Mary's Church) on Thursday 24th April 2014 at 7.30pm For more info visit our website www.openeasthouse.webs.com email hadleighcomforum@aol.com also find us on Facebook and Twitter too. The Hadleigh Community Forum, listening to the public of Hadleigh

Sunday 6 April 10.45am Family Communion Sunday 13 April - Palm Sunday 10.30am Joint service at Hadleigh URC (no main service at St Mary’s today) Maundy Thursday - 17 April 7pm Foot Washing, Eucharist & Prayer Vigil Good Friday - 18 April 10.30am Procession of Witness (with Hadleigh Churches) 12noon to 3pm FROGs EASTER ACTIVITY DAY (for primary school children) Holy Saturday - 19 April 7pm Easter Vigil with renewal of baptism vows Easter Day - 20 April 10.45am Sung Eucharist 4pm SWITCH Interactive God-stuff for all ages

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Sunday 27 April 10.45am Morning Worship with Baptism and FROGs on Sunday (children’s an young people’s groups) 12.15pm Shortened Eucharist 3pm ANZAC Day Civic Service EVERY SUNDAY 8am Said Eucharist (BCP) 7-8.30pm SWITCH-On (for teenagers) in the Deanery Tower EVERY TUESDAY 11am Mattins (or Communion on 1st Tuesday) At Row Chapel, George Street 1.30-2.45pm Tadpoles for babies, toddlers & their carers 6.30-8.30pm Porch Project (for teenagers) EVERY WEDNESDAY 7.30am Morning Prayer & Communion followed by breakfast EVERY FRIDAY 9.30am to 12noon Cafe Church including short all-age service at 10am 7.30 to 10pm Porch Project (for teenagers) ANNUAL CHURCH MEETING Thursday 3 April, 7.30pm in church A review of last year and important news about the future!

The Hadleigh Historian Issue 21 The front cover features the building in Station Road that has served as various schools for the last 110 years. Currently, it is Hadleigh Community Primary but it was officially opened in May 1904 as Hadleigh Board School for nondenominational elementary co-education. With the passing of the Butler Education Act of 1944, it became Hadleigh Secondary Modern School with pupils aged eleven to fifteen. After the population of the town expanded in the 1960s and the new High School was erected at the top of Highlands Road, the old building in Station Road became Hadleigh County Primary School in 1972. Although altered to some extent to accommodate primary-aged children, some classes were still in the old practical blocks put up in the 1940s and others in temporary caravan classrooms around the playground; it was not until 1993 that the building was expanded by the addition of a grand two-storey extension. I taught ‘Station Road Toads’ as the children liked to call themselves (as opposed to ‘St Mary’s Fairies’ in Stonehouse Road) for 23 very happy years under the head-teachers Betti Bornett, Mike Woods, Mike Garland and Jenny Auber. Unfortunately in 1995, I had to take early retirement owing to ill health, which led me in a different direction that now sees me producing The Hadleigh Historian and Bildeston History Quarterly. Having told the story in Issue 20 of the 1911 ‘Pageant of Ancient Hadleigh’, Nigel Crisp now relates the events in 1922 at ‘Ye Olde Tudor Faire’, also held at French’s Farm, one of the big attractions being the Hurry Scurry. Nigel brings us some wonderful photographs of the fair, which was opened by Queen Elisabeth I no less! The Hadleigh Historian welcomes new contributor Peter Southgate, whose father Edward Southgate was an apprentice at Forrester’s Chemist Shop at No. 93 High Street during the late 1920s and early 1930s. His work there ranged from sweeping the pavement outside the shop to photographic developing and printing. Although he left in 1935 to join the Essex Police, Edward returned to Hadleigh in 1984 and lived in Queen Street with his wife Phyllis; you may remember them there. My contributions to this issue include firstly, a review of alms-housing in Hadleigh from 1433 to the present. Research has led me to believe that it was Mathilda Groome who established free accommodation for the needy in George Street in 1464, a good 30 years before Archdeacon William Pykenham (rector 1469-1497) founded such housing there beside the already existing wayside chapel. William is remembered in Hadleigh by having Pykenham Way named after him in the late 1960s but it was not until recently that Mathilda was so honoured. Secondly, I take a look at milk delivery during the first half of the 20th century. Joan Prowse is to be thanked for loaning photographs of her father-in-law William Prowse of Garry Farm on Pond Hall Road, who was the first farmer in the district to provide his customers with bottled milk. The Hadleigh Historian is an independent magazine published every two months and your articles, letters and pictures concerning Hadleigh and its surrounding countryside are most welcome. Please send them to the editor: Sue Andrews, 17 Manor Road, Bildeston, Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 6BG. On sale at Keith Avis Newsagents and The Idler Bookshop in Hadleigh High Street and at Hollow Trees Farm Shop in Semer, price £3.

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HADLEIGH TOWN COUNCIL Report of the Hadleigh Town Council meeting held on the 20th February 2014 Present: Councillors: Lazenby (Town Mayor), Angland, Byrne, Cook, Free, Grutchfield, Haylock, Matthews, L Munson, M Munson Nevard, Welsh and Whiting. In attendance: PCs Matt Paisley and Tom Bilner (Suffolk Constabulary), Councillors Grandon (Babergh District Councillor), Riley (County and District Councillor). APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies were received from Councillor Amin and Sheldrick. These apologies were accepted. MINUTES The Minutes of the Meeting of the Town Council held on the 16th January 2014 were taken as read. Councillor Matthews advised that on the Budget item he had abstained from voting therefore it could not be minuted that the budget had been unanimously agreed. Subject to this amendment the minutes were confirmed and signed. POLICING PC Paisley presented the Police Report for January and it was noted that 17 crimes had been recorded during the month. The offences comprised as follows: 3 assault occasioning ABH; 3 criminal damage; 3 common assault; 2 thefts; 2 burglaries; 1 drunk & disorderly in a public place; 1 wound with intent to GBH/resist arrest; 1 accosting and 1 make off without payment. PC Paisley reported that a security survey had been carried out on Lady Lane Industrial Estate and a meeting was to be arranged with local businesses to discuss security measures. There is to be another catalytic conversion marking session at a garage on Heath Road in East Bergholt on the 8th March. Councillor Grutchfield requested that Council be informed of the outcomes of crimes that were pending on the police report. Councillor Matthews requested clarification on the Big Issue seller’s licence. REPORTS OF THE COUNTY AND DISTRICT COUNCILLORS Written reports had been received from Councillors Riley, M. Munson. They responded to questions on the new Design Delivery Team and Decant Policy. It was felt that the departmental and job titles being used by Babergh District Council did not explain clearly what they represented and plain English would assist residents understanding of their roles. Councillor Grutchfield reported that he had received no satisfactory answer to his queries raised on the future of East House. He raised the matter of Babergh and Mid-Suffolk’s new office proposals and was advised by Councillor Riley that they were awaiting an independent review of properties. Councillor Grandon updated the Council on the Core Strategy. She had queried whether the document adequately covered flood matters. MAYOR’S COMMUNICATIONS The Clerk reported: i) A residents letter regarding contravention of the High Street waiting restrictions and the Town Clerk’s response ii) A Thank you e.mail received from the Ansell Centre for the grant received iii) The Angel Delight Tea Room has received This England’s Finest Tea Rooms Award. The Clerk was asked to send a letter of congratulations from the Council. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT It was RESOLVED that accounts amounting to £25,602.12 be approved for payment. PLANNING COMMITTEE The Minutes of the Meetings of the Committee held on the 16th January 2014 and 14th February 2014 were noted. FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE The Report of the Meeting of the Committee held on the 30th January 2014 was received and accepted. Including their recommendations to provide grants of: i) £500 to Sudbury & District Citizens Advice Bureau ii) £500 to Magpas – The Emergency Medical Centre iii) £100 to Katy Gant iv) £100 Zoe Lewis

Please write to Mrs. Carol A. Bailey BA(Hons) Town Clerk, Hadleigh Town Council, The Guildhall Hadleigh IP7 5DN if you are part of a voluntary organisation or community group wishing to be considered for a grant including the following information: • The specific amount of the grant • What the funding is for • Breakdown of costs and any funds already raised • How the project will benefit Hadleigh and its residents. This grant aid is not available to fund individuals, commercial or statutory organisations.

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v) £300 to the Hadleigh & District Branch of the Royal British Legion. Councillors were asked to approve the following recommendations made by the Finance & Personnel Committee: 1) Financial Risk Assessment – this had been reviewed and the Committee had noted minor changes to the wording but recommended approval of the document. This was unanimously agreed. 2) The Annual Review of the Effectiveness of the Internal Audit System – The Committee had undertaken a review of the Internal Audit report, the External Audit report and any observations made in them. They were satisfied with the current system of Internal Audit in operation and had recommended its continuation for another year. This was unanimously agreed. 3) Standing Orders & Financial Regulations – The Committee had reviewed these documents with no changes being made and recommended their approval. This was unanimously agreed. POWER OF COMPETENCE GRANT The Clerk reported a request for a grant made by the Hadleigh Skate Park Users Group towards producing a Sports Development Plan. It was agreed that £250 would be provided to the group as an initial payment. ENVIRONMENT & GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE The Report of the Meeting of the Committee held on the 30th January 2014 was received and accepted. Councillor Cook, Chair of Planning, advised that the issue of the junction on George Street with Threadneedle Street had been discussed by the Planning Committee. It was agreed that Suffolk County Council be invited to discuss traffic calming measures for this area. On the matter of dog fouling it was agreed that a meeting be arranged with Babergh District Council Officers to establish concrete guidelines on enforcement issues. Councillor Grutchfield pointed out that the £1,000 had been budgeted to this Committee three years ago and now would be spent on producing a new Walk Around Hadleigh Book. SPORTS & OPEN SPACES COMMITTEE The Report of the Meeting of the Committee held on the 6th February 2014 was received and accepted including the recommended alterations to the allotment rules. ANNUAL TOWN MEETING The date for the Annual Town Meeting was agreed as Thursday 24th April 2014 to be held in the Guildroom. The main Agenda item would be ‘How would you ‘grow’ our town’. Hands on activities would be available to those attending. MEETING DATE SCHEDULE The Meeting date schedule for 2014/2015 as approved by the Finance & Personnel Committee on the 30th January 2014 was accepted. The Clerk asked for full Council approval to move the June meeting forward a week – this was unanimously agreed. Councillor Cook requested that any additional Planning Applications be dealt with by the Chair, Vice-Chair, the Town Clerk and any members of the Planning Committee available with a minimum of four in attendance. HADLEIGH STEERING GROUP Councillor Byrne provided a verbal update following the meeting held on the 10th February 2014 which dealt with the issue of tourism. The next meeting with be held on the 3rd March - 2pm til 4pm at the Leisure Centre to discuss the Brett Works site and is open to members of the public. Minutes of this group are available. TOWN MATTERS Councillor Cook advised that the car park meetings are taking place twice a year but there were two matters open for consultation: i) To do away with the differential between long and short stay car park. ii) To make Saturdays the same as Monday to Friday parking – no free parking in the afternoon. Councillors agreed with item i) but felt item ii) would disadvantage shops and visitors to the town. Councillor Haylock spoke on the recent road closure at Raydon and the lack of information received from Suffolk County Council and inadequate signage when leaving Hadleigh. Councillor Angland requested that a letter be sent to Babergh District Council requesting that they investigate the number of A boards appearing along the High Street. Some of these were being left out overnight and she felt these could become a nuisance. There being no further business the meeting closed at 9.12pm. Mrs Carol A. Bailey BA(Hons) – Town Clerk Report of the Planning Committee Meeting held on the 13th February 2014 Present: Councillors: Cook (Chair), Angland, Byrne, Haylock, Lazenby, Matthews and Sheldrick, APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies were received from Councillors Amin, Free and L. Munson and Whiting. These apologies were duly accepted and recorded. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were received: Cllr Sheldrick B/14/00040/FUL declared a non-pecuniary interest in this application as he is employed by the applicant. MINUTES The Minutes of the Meeting of the Committee held on the 16th January 2014 were confirmed as a correct record and signed. MATTERS ARISING The Chair reported the issue with Hadleigh Hall land was still ongoing and nothing further had been received from Babergh DC following the receipt of the original enforcement holding letter. The Clerk was requested to chase this issue. TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING The Committee considered the applications for Planning Consent, details of which are listed below and upon which the following decisions were reached:-

B/13/01087/FUL Land east of 4 Lady Lane. Erection of 1 no. detached twostorey dwelling. Construction of new vehicular access, as amended by agent’s email dated 15 January 2014 and amended plans 13/1354/01A and 02B Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous) B/13/01496/LBC 78-80 High Street. Application for Listed Building Consent – internal and external alterations comprising of the formation of a WC for use by the shop; formation of a rear escape lobby; works associated with reinstatement of ground floor flat; insertion of new window. Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous). However the Committee commented it appeared that a new business had opened to the public without the provision of a toilet either for them or for staff and this gave grave concern to Councillors. B/13/01528/FUL The Ram, Market Place. Internal alterations to first floor to form new letting bedrooms. Insertion of 2 no. windows at first floor level to replace doors. Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous) B/13/01529/FUL The Ram, Market Place. Application for Listed Building Consent – Internal alterations to first floor to form new letting bedrooms. Insertion of 2 no. windows at first floor level to replace doors. Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous). Comments for both the above applications – whilst the Committee recommended approval they were concerned over the removal of the first floor delivery doors and would request that if possible they could be retained and made into ‘fake shutters’ and pinned back with the insertion of the new windows thus retaining the character. Furthermore the Committee requested this be subject to consultation with the Conservation Officer. The Committee were also concerned that pre-application advice had not been sought given this is a listed building. B/14/00015/FUL 30 High Street. Change of Use from Class B1 (office) to Class C3 (residential). Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous). The Committee would seek assurance that this property was marketed as a business for the allotted time prior to this application as there is no evidence in the paperwork. Given that the Committee were aware this property was residential in the past so had no objections to the principle. B/14/00040/FUL Celotex, Lady Lane. Construction of lorry park including new entrance and exit. Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous) B/14/00082/FHA 24 New Cut. Erection of a part two storey, part single storey rear extension and single storey side extension (demolition of side garage). Construction of a new vehicular access. Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous) The Committee were pleased to see a separate access was in place and would request this be monitored once work is completed to ensure it stays in place. B/14/00099/FUL Valley Park, Hook Lane. Erection of a two storey dwelling (amended scheme to PP B/13/00310/FUL). Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous) B/14/00123/TCA 9 Bridge Street. Prune and remove stem of 1 no Lanson Cypress tree. This application was noted by the Committee. TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING The Committee noted the Schedule of Decisions of the Local Planning Authority, details of which are listed in the Schedule attached to these Minutes. The Chair expressed the Committees concerns with regard to Change of Use applications and documentation required in connection with the marketing of properties for a suitable time prior to applications. There also appears to be confusion over properties whereby a change of use has happened without the need for planning commission based on the new rules. The question was asked as to how anyone would know if these properties had been marketed correctly prior to changes in use – examples being a new café in Maiden Way (previously a hairdressers) and a new hairdressers in the High Street (previously a farm shop). The Clerk was requested to invite a Planning Officer from Babergh DC to attend the next meeting to provide clarification for the Committee on these issues. SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PLANNING APPLICATION – ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL, STONEHOUSE ROAD – B/14/- To install a play and learning site with play equipment and base works with synthiaic grass and safety surfacing. Removal of one tree. The Committee recommended approval of this application. However the Clerk was requested to review the Conservation Area map with regard to St Mary’s School given the differing views in emails received concerning this application. BABERGH AND MID-SUFFOLK STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: PLANNING ISSUES The Committee agreed the principles in this document but would refer to the ten commitments stated in Civic Voice to ensure participation and involvement especially in the area of pre-application advice. It was felt that this area needed some tightening up as applicants still do not appear to be aware that a specific appointment has to be made for this and a simple chat does not constitute pre-application advice. The Committee welcomed the contents of this document but had a certain amount of scepticism of how it will actually be put into practice given the continuing problems with communications being received for email queries sent. ANY OTHER RELEVANT BUSINESS The Committee noted the Inspectors report on the Babergh Core Strategy and were pleased to see the provision of allotments being included. Hadleigh Town Council would wish to be involved at the start of any discussions with developers to make a formal bid for allotment land on any development. The Committee also noted it may be possible to apply for financial aid with regard to the cemetery extension and the Clerk was requested to investigate this. Cllr

Sheldrick expressed some concern with regard to the future of the spine road running through the new estate and where it would actually end. This concern was shared by the Committee and the Clerk was requested to monitor the situation with regard to this. The Chair reported that she, the Vice Chair and Cllrs Byrne and Haylock had attended the Neighbourhood Plan Seminar in Lavenham and on return her and the Vice Chair had drawn together all papers and copy plans currently held in the office to ascertain the way forward. The Committee requested the Clerk formally register the Town Council’s intention of producing a Neighbourhood Plan for Hadleigh and also prepare a bid for £7,000 from Locality to help with a feasibility study or to host an open event in connection with the Plan to obtain residents views. Cllr Sheldrick requested the Clerk contact Babergh DC with regard to the lagoon on the new estate as the original plans indicated what looked like a small lake but even during the recent flooding there was hardly any water in it, and what there was appeared swampy and weed infested. It would seem likely it is not working correctly. There being no further business the meeting closed at 8:31pm. Mrs Carol A. Bailey BA(Hons) – Town Clerk

Pause for Thought Christmas is over; Easter Eggs have been on the shelves since before Christmas. Valentine’s Day has been and gone, so has Mothering Sunday. Some have had their birthdays and celebrated various anniversaries, for others they are still to come.All of these events are remembered with sending cards and presents, and celebrating. As we prepare to celebrate, yes, celebrate Jesus’ death on the Cross on Good Friday we can then be very joyful about His Resurrection on Easter Sunday. He conquered death and sits beside His Father in Heaven. Knowing that He died to take on the punishment for our sin gives us reason to celebrate and put our trust in Him. He holds the other end of the tether when we come to our wit’s end. Quietly,alone in our own homes, or together in a place of worship, we can pray and wait for the answers that we know will be best for us and for those who we pray for. Jean Chisholm

Britain Australia Society – Suffolk Branch Hadleigh Town Council On Sunday 27th April 2014 in St. Mary’s Church at 3pm Hadleigh Town Council are hosting the ANZAC Day commemoration parade and service in conjunction with the Britain Australia Society Suffolk Branch. Event details are as follows: 14:30pm The parade headed by the Stowmarket Concert Band will move off from the Babergh District Council Car Park on Bridge Street, along the High Street, turning right into Hadleigh Market Place where the salute will be taken before entering St. Mary’s Churchyard. 15:00pm The service will be conducted by The Very Rev’d Martin Thrower. The wreath laying ceremony will take place inside the church during the service. At the conclusion of the service the Standards will retire from the church to line up in the Churchyard to form a Guard of Honour and for the Inspection of the Standards. You may like to come along and line the streets of Hadleigh to show your support. www.hadleighcommunitynews.co.uk

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The next event we are gearing up for is our Quiz Night on Thursday 24th April. Arrival at 7.30pm for 8pm start, the cost is just £3.50 per person and promises to be another great evening at The Fleece Hotel Boxford. The Fleece is offering on the night, a great fish and chip supper with a glass of wine or beer for £7. Numbers are limited so be sure to get in quick, (teams of 4 to 8 people). For more information or to book your table contact Jann on the numbers below or the Fleece Hotel on 01787 211183. A big thanks to the Fleece Hotel, Boxford for allowing us to hold it there again. At the time of writing this, we are enjoying a great spell of beautiful sunny weather and it’s lovely to see the horses out longer in the fields. Some have even been spotted lying down doing a spot of sun bathing! As mentioned last month, we have now taken on two more rescues who are settling into life with the others. This month’s photo is of two mares enjoying having their coats off on a sunny day. It looks like they are having a chat about the glorious weather! Don’t forget the wonderful Hadleigh Show, being held this year on Saturday 17th May. We will be there again with one of our lovely ponies, so be sure to come and find us and say hello. Our next big fundraiser will be our fabulous Spring Dance on Saturday 7th June at the Cameo Hotel, Copdock. Be sure to save this date in your diaries and come along with friends and family for an enjoyable evening. There will be a live band, DJ, food and entertainment. Watch this space for full details shortly! Spring cleaning the house! We are still asking for your unwanted bits and bobs for our recycle bin, so have a rummage around, and dig out those dust collecting items and give us a call. VOLUNTEERS, SPONSORS AND FUND RAISERS NEEDED. Please contact : Jann Turner 01473 833944 / 07747 755556. Email: jann.turner@hotmail.co.uk Jo Sargent 01473 824865 / 07743 558142

SHAPING HADLEIGH’S FUTURE April 24th 2014 at 7.30pm The Guildroom, Hadleigh (entrance opposite the Church) • Do you feel strongly about how Hadleigh’s developing? • Do you have ideas for community facilities? • How would you boost tourism in the town? • What should the Brett Works be used for? • What facilities should be available on new housing estates?

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News from Friars Hall Nursing Home We held our coffee morning to raise money for our PAT (Pets as Therapy) dog Gracie. After lots of tea, coffee and scrumptious cakes had been consumed we raised £52. Gracie was presented with some treats to say thank you for her visits. Now the nice weather is here we are able to sow the seeds we have got. We have decided to make our raised beds in to a sensory garden with lots of smells and colour. Everyone is planting a sunflower seed to see who grows the tallest one. Please do not forget our spring Fair on Saturday 5th April from 2Pm to 4Pm. All are welcome to attend. As they say the more the merrier. If you would like visit us to have a look round you are always welcome, but please telephone 01473 822159

Hadleigh Community Primary News World Book Day celebrations On Thursday 6th March, the whole school celebrated World Book Day by dressing up as their favourite book character. During the morning, there were two assemblies (one for each key stage), where every child in costume was given the opportunity to parade along the catwalk. After this, each year group participated in special activities, celebrating the vast array of books available for children to read. Reception: The children in reception wrote class stories and then wrote about their own character. Key Stage one: In Year 1, the children heard the story of ‘The Big Carrot’ – based on the story ‘The Enormous Turnip.’ Whilst listening to the story, the children drew pictures of what they were imagining and then they put their pictures together with captions to make a comic strip. Year 2 studied a book from China based on ‘The Magic Paintbrush’. Every child was given a golden paintbrush and whatever they painted came to life (just like the book). They then had to write a story about what they had painted. Following this activity, and because the story was from China, the children enjoyed a stir fry! Key Stage two: Year 3 studied the story ‘Gangsta Granny’ by David Walliams. They made up recipes involving cabbage and then wrote instructions on how to make them. When they had finished, the children designed a ‘Black Cat Mobile’. Year 4 made book bags celebrating the writing of David Walliams. Many children created 3D items for the bags such as ‘A bag of sticks’ and instructions on how to keep the garden tidy. Year 5 participated in a range of activities from writing their own stories from scratch to writing endings for published books. Year 6 took part in a ‘speed dating’ activity – not to find a new partner, but to be partnered with books that they may enjoy. Each child was required to prepare a one minute presentation to ‘sell’ their book to a partner who then had to decide if they would like to read the recommended book. In the space of the morning, children had heard up to twelve recommendations and had shared their own recommendations twelve times! Year 6 came away with plenty of ideas over books to read! At the end of the day Katherine Horn, a local author, read part of her book to all of the children in an extra assembly at the end of the day. Following this, the children had the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of her book. I think we can safely say a great day was had by all!

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Despite the bad weather our speed-watch group have managed to be active during the last month. We are still seeing far too many motorists exceeding the 30mph speed limit on their way in to Hadleigh, especially down Gallows Hill, so we are continuing to target the main routes into the town. We record the details of any vehicle that we detect which are then passed to the local police who write to the registered keeper to advise them to be more careful. No nasty speeding ticket from us, but beware repeat offenders can be dealt with by the police. If you think there is a problem with speeding where you live please get in touch and if a suitable site can be found we can conduct a session there to check for you. Many of you will have seen the Speed Indicator Display (SID) around the town. We share this with other groups in the county and can often site it where it is not possible to run a speed watch session due to narrow pavements or other reasons. We need more volunteers. Can you spare just 1 hour a month to help us. For details please contact me by email hadleighcsw@gmail.com or call in at the local police station. Trevor Sheldrick

Sudbury Choral Society Sings Bach B Minor Mass, 26th April, 7.30pm St Peters, Sudbury Our Spring concert is one of JS Bach's best known works, his B Minor Mass. Soloists include Suffolk born Mark Saberton, now an internationally renowned bass soloist, and an invited chamber orchestra. The B Minor Mass requires the choir to split into two in certain choruses, which creates a beautiful interweaving wall of sound. Tickets cost £11, under 16s free, and are available from Compact Music, North Street Sudbury, or the Tourist Information Office. www.sudburychoralsociety.co.uk

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Hadleigh United Reformed Church and Ansell Centre This time last year, Hadleigh United Reformed Church Property Committee was in the process of steering through the remodelling of the entrance, toilets and kitchen to the Ansell Centre at a cost of £140,000. A stage system and new notice boards have also been installed. A previous phase had enabled the replacement of windows with repairs to others; new joists to 50% of the floor; the rebuilding of two chimneys and repairs to sections of the roof. Total cost £106,000. Since November 2013, the church has benefitted from the installation of a new heating system at a cost of £46,000. Recently, The Property Committee have been heavily engaged in remodelling the worship area of the church at a further cost of £60,000. This work is now complete. The removal of the pews took place during Autumn 2013, followed immediately by the arrival of 200 new chairs including 50 with arms. On 6 January 2014, work commenced, to lower the joists in the church floor. This has provided a level surface on which to fit the new carpet. A number of joists needed to be replaced. Celotex underfloor insulation has been installed. The main contractor for this and previous projects has been M Chisnall and Sons Ltd. We are all aware that our church building cannot exist only for Sunday worship. It has to be a living, functional, community building to enhance community outreach and ‘challenge the community to respond to God’s love as shown and taught by Jesus Christ’. Already, the church has provided a venue for concerts given by the City of London Sinfonia, Chroma, and the Regional Band of the Salvation Army. During the switch-on of the Hadleigh Christmas lights, an elder of the church provided a workshop for the children in the community. A large art exhibition has been mounted in the church. The future holds many other opportunities to engage with local choral, floral and drama groups as well as seeing the church used as a conference and debating venue. The re-modelling of the worship area provides an exciting challenge to breathe new life into our established church. This will sustain and support the pastoral and spiritual needs of all ages in the community for decades to come. The flexible, multi-purpose use of the church worship area will, we hope, lead to a growth in Christian witness and sustain our financial resources in order to keep Hadleigh URC at the centre of community life. The Ansell Centre is currently used by a full range of community support and activity groups and the Church, Community Room and committee rooms may be hired for social and cultural events including choirs, orchestra performance, drama and conferences. If added together the above projects on the URC campus represent an investment of £360,000. We are grateful to our many grant providers who together with contributions from the congregation have enabled this work to succeed. Major grant providers have been BiffaAward, Babergh Community Grants and Suffolk County Council. We are grateful for the many supporting letters from the people of Hadleigh and community groups that have encouraged us on our journey to fulfil these projects. Campus bookings for the Church and Ansell Centre can be made by contacting Jan Dicks Tel: 01473 823413 jan@dicks.plus.com Church Weddings, Funerals contact Nigel Crisp Tel 01473 822208 Welcome to Sunday morning worship at 10.30am Please also visit Hadleigh URC www.hadleighurc.org.uk and Ansell Community Centre www.ansellcc.org.uk

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Royal British Legion Hadleigh Branch & Club Entertainment Saturday 12th April – Itchy Fingers Saturday 19th April – Louis Newman Saturday 26th April – Karaoke Saturday 10th May – Sarah Louise Free entry to members on production of a valid membership card Meat Raffle held Sunday Lunchtimes Special Offers: **CARLSBERG, FOSTERS, JOHNS SMITHS SMOOTH - £2.60 pint ** McEwans Lager - £2.55 pint Adnams Southwold Bitter - £2.55 pint Desparado/Sol/Fosters Gold - £3.15 bottle or 2 for £5.00 WKD & Smirnoff Ice 2 for £5.00 Jack Daniels or SoCo Doubles (50ml) £3.50 Look out in Club for Saturday night specials and guest beers Women’s Section Tuesday 1st April @ 7.30pm – Mock Auction Tuesday 6th May @ 7.30pm - Speaker from East Anglian Air Ambulance Please bring a raffle prize Branch Section Meetings held 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 7.30pm SUPER LEAGUE DARTS Matches held on Tuesday nights, please see noticeboard for fixtures Dont forget our Hall Hire: Lounge 30 people, Main Hall 100 people Ring 824874 for details

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PHILOMENA (12) The long wait is over! We are delighted to be presenting this critically acclaimed film – full of emotion to softly astonish you and catch you off guard and yet it is based on a true story. Judi Dench plays Philomena who, as a pregnant teenager in Ireland, was forced to live and work in a convent until after the birth of her son - and at three years of age the nuns put the child up for adoption. With the help of a BBC reporter Martin Sixsmith, played by Steve Coogan, Philomena sets out to trace her child. The film works its subtle magic – the script smartly adapted from the book uses Philomena's search to explore issues of faith and forgiveness rather than show her as a twinkling saint. Much has been written about the superb portrayal of Philomena by Judi Dench. However, Steve Coogan, the comedy actor, takes on a more serious role in the film as he captures with perfection the spirit of Martin Sixsmith's book.

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OH WHAT A LOVELY WAR (PG) At a time when the original stage production is having a revival, we are presenting the film version of “Oh what a Lovely War”, one of the first and most famous anti-war films surrounding the Great War. The rights were bought by Richard Attenborough who invited just about everyone in the film industry to play a part. The result was a cinema sensation – an elaborately staged tableau of the events surrounding World War One. You are promised a breathtaking but at times a heart rendering evening. OH! WHAT A LOVELY WAR uses popular songs and music of the time, most of which will be familiar to you - the start of the war in 1914 is shown as a parade of optimism, but when the casualties and losses start to mount an archetypal British family, the Smiths, are shown coming to General Haig's help as he endeavours to drum up support. This tragic futile war sank into the bones of the British memory – with the red poppy as a symbol of impending death . We are reminded of the “lost generation” by the countless crosses stretching out before us in the final scene. The film is also a tribute to the great British acting profession too numerous to highlight and their brief appearances will guarantee to more than jog your memory of days gone by! Entrance to each film is £3.50 on the door and our usual refreshments will be served at an appropriate interval. To secure a good seat you are advised to come early – both these films are likely to be popular!

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Return To Makumbaya School We have recently returned from our 4th visit to The Gambia. The purpose of our visit was not only to enjoy a relaxing holiday in the sunshine but also to visit and spend time with the Gambian family we have made firm friends with and to visit the school we have been fundraising for over the past 2 years; during which period a total of £4,000 has been sent. The new school, still in the process of being built during our last visit, had been finished and the pupils had moved in at the start of the Autumn term, not too soon either as their old school collapsed completely during the summer break. It was great meeting all the children and teachers at Makumbaya school, who were very pleased to see us again. During our visit to the school we attended an official meeting, with the representative of the Gambian Schools Project. We were introduced to the school committee and the head man of the village. The meeting started and concluded with prayers and notes were taken throughout. As some of the committee members did not speak English everything had to be translated from Mandinka to English so it was quite a drawn out affair. However the message came across load and clear that they were very appreciative of what we had done for their community and they asked us to thank everyone who had been involved in raising money for them. The school, which is a long low building with a verandah along the front, comprises 4 classrooms and a small office. The original plans were for 3 classrooms but because funding was available they were able to build a nursery classroom as well (previously the toddlers had been taught outside). The classrooms, which in the old school had been very dark, had larger windows and had been painted in very light colours. The walls were decorated with colourful pictures and posters – the pictures which the “FROGS” (Friends of God) from St Mary’s Church had made especially for the school were handed to the headmistress. Our aim to raise enough money to build a toilet block has been realised, with the help of very good friends, Martin and Jackie Cork, who passed on to us a large sum of money which had been given to them by friends and family in lieu of presents for their Golden Wedding Anniversary. We are sure the children (and teachers) really appreciate a proper toilet instead of having to take a walk out in the bush! The current project is to build a kitchen so the school can supply the children with a hot lunch. At present they have a temporary construction made of sheets of corrugated iron. A permanent building made of concrete blocks will be built as soon as the money is available. The money raised over the last 12 months has been spent on the toilet block and the nursery classroom. A considerable amount is being held to go towards the new kitchen. We were hoping to buy trees to plant in the grounds but February is not a good month to do planting because it is too dry. We have earmarked some money to go towards trees and these will be bought and planted later in the year. Future projects are to provide a bore hole for a water supply and to build a boundary wall around the school grounds. Over the past 7 months we have been sending the money we have raised direct to “The Gambian Schools Project”, a charity set up in this country which fundraises for 3 schools in the Gambia, Makumbaya being one of the 3. Sending money in this way enables gift aid of 28p for each £1 donated to be added. By working through this project we are aware of exactly what the money we have raised is being spent on at Makumbaya. As well as fundraising we have also asked for donations of stationery, pens, pencils, rubbers, exercise books, chalks, picture books, and soft toys. We collected enough to fill 8 boxes and through the Gambian Schools Project we were able to send these to The Gambia free of charge. These were due to arrive at the school 2/3 weeks after we arrived home so we were not able to see the look on the childrens’ faces when the boxes were opened but we hope to have some photographs sent to us. We will continue fundraising and we hope to have a plant and cake sale at St Mary’s Church later in the year. The opportunity to send items to the school free of charge is still available to us so if there is anyone out there with surplus supplies of paper, card, exercise books or items of stationery we would be very pleased to receive them, pick up can be arranged. If you would like to make a donation direct or sponsor a child’s education for one year at a cost of £20, the website address for the Schools Project is www.gambianschoolsproject.org Once again heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported our fundraising over the past 12 months:Hadleigh Thrift Shop, The Barber’s Shop, Hadleigh, Rev. Jimmy Glennon, Martin & Jackie Cork, Chris & Diane Armour, friends at St Mary’s Church, Hadleigh, BASF colleagues, Hadleigh Tai Chi, family and friends and all who supported our coffee morning and plant sale Rose & Brian Welham – Tel: 01473 823565

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Beaumont Primary School Spring has sprung here at Beaumont School! As the weather warms it continues to be a busy time in school, with the children taking part in an exciting range of activities. World Book Day On Wednesday 6th March the whole school celebrated World Book Day in style! The children were allowed to dress up as their favourite book character. The costumes were magnificent with some children (with a little help from the parents) putting hours of work into the outfits. The best dressed children were given prizes from the book fair that had been in school the week before. The whole day centered on book related activities, with the children, among other things, designing bookmarks, taking part in shared reading groups, making their own story sacks and writing their own stories. The school also took the opportunity of launching ‘Reading Force’. ‘Reading Force’ is a reading challenge designed specifically for families in the armed forces. The scheme encourages the whole family to share a book whether the family is at home together or apart because of deployment, training or distance. The reading challenge aims to get everyone involved, connecting and bringing families closer together. Flatford Mill Trip The Beetle and Dragonfly classes were blessed with wonderful spring weather when they visited Flatford Mill recently. The trip, organised to support the children’s ‘Water’ topic, saw them take part in a range of activities. The children spent time sketching Willy Lott’s cottage depicted in the famous Hay Wain The children at Flatford sketching the famous Hay Wain landscape. painting by John Constable. Following on from this, they learnt more about the painter and his famous landscapes from a very knowledgeable National Trust tour guide. The whole day was rounded off with a study of the river and its features. The children were very well behaved and thoroughly enjoyed their day by the river. Year 1+2 Multi-skills Our younger Year 1 and 2 pupils were lucky enough to be invited to a sports multi-skills festival at Hadleigh High School. The children had a wonderful morning mixing with children from the different local schools and taking part in a range of sporting activities. The children’s behavior was excellent, with teachers commenting on their sportsmanship and how they encourage each other to do their best. A big thank you to the staff and pupils at the Hadleigh High School for organising the event for us. Wolsey Theatre Visit The Year 5 and 6 children were treated to a wonderful performance and workshop entitled ‘When I grow up?’. The hour long production, put on by the New Wolsey Theatre, made the children think about what they wanted to do with their lives and about their aspirations for the future. The fast-moving, superbly written play kept ...When I Grow Up?... Wolsey Theatre the children’s attention production. and dealt with the subject in a light-hearted way. It sparked good discussion when the children were given the opportunity to talk about the career choices that lie ahead of them. It was refreshing to hear how aspirational the children were about their lives, with aeronautical engineer and forensic scientist being just two of the professions discussed!

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Thankyou Sincere thanks to the Management and Staff at the Hadleigh Health Centre, (especially Tracey and Janet) for providing the opportunity to hold a Fund Raising Coffee Morning in aid of The Suffolk Family Carers Charity, which raised a Total of ÂŁ220.00. Thanks also to everyone that supported the event including the dedicated team of helpers and those that made and donated the delicious cakes. The event took place on the day that the Health Centre launched its 2014 Patient Survey. Thanks to all who completed the questionnaire forms. Keith Doidge

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Letter www.layham.org from Layham Are you new to Layham? If you have just moved to the village and would like to know more about it, please visit our website www.layham.org, where you can download a Welcome Booklet. However, if you do not have a computer and printer and would prefer a hard copy of the booklet, please contact Jane Cryer, Parish Clerk, on 07920 713940. Parish Council The main matters discussed at the Parish Council meeting of 26 February were: • Babergh DC report. The report was noted. Babergh’s Core Strategy had been approved – the Plan required some additional documents, one of which was the ‘Rural Areas Growth Guidance’ covering village housing developments and opportunities for possible growth in hinterland villages. It was agreed to ask Babergh to include wind turbines in this document. • Suffolk CC report. The report was noted. Councillor Jones said some additional funding would be invested in faster Broadband and new BT cabinets were being installed in parts of the county. Suffolk CC proposed to make budget savings by bringing services in-house following the end of the contract with CSD, and also would make considerable savings on landfill taxes due to the new Energy from Waste site. • Playing Field. The PC was liaising with the Playing Field Committee about the possible resurfacing of both entrances to the Playing Field, and quotations were being obtained. • Annual meeting. This would take place on Wednesday 30 April at 7.30pm in the Village Hall. It was hoped to offer parishioners the opportunity to learn more about defibrillators and watch a demonstration, as the PC was investigating the possibility of installing two in the village. • Community car. It was agreed to place details of the community car available for hire from Hadleigh Community Transport on the Letter from Layham page of the HCN. Hadleigh Community Transport Did you know that Hadleigh Community Transport owns, and has available, a disabled friendly community car? It is available for hire at the very reasonable rate of 35p per mile (with a lower limit for very short journeys). If two or three people hired it together, the cost per person would be very reasonable. For example – if a group of three hired the car to go to Bury St Edmunds for the day, the cost would be £17.50 or less than £6 each + petrol. It is not available for hospital journeys at present but this is under review. The car is under-used and is in danger of being withdrawn. Use it – or lose it! Enquiries to 01473 828202 during normal office hours. Layham Parish Council 100 years ago

Looking back at the early records of the Parish Council we find that the meetings of February 1914 and April 1914 were chaired by the Rev. Francis Drake Thompson. The Vice Chairman was Major E.F.Gales and other councillors attending were Messrs. Beaumont, Charles Brown, R.E.Bancroft and H.B.Jennings. A letter was written to Cosford Rural District Council about the dangerous condition of Four Ash Road at the junction with the B1070. An 46

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old map of Layham, predating the Tithe Map of 1841, shows the field at the top of what is now named Mill Lane to be named Four Ash Field, suggesting that the field gave its name to the road at that time (and presumably right up to 1914). Study of the map is interesting. Brett Green is built on most of Millfield and Four Ash Field; the Playing Field is on Mill Meadow and the ford through the River Brett runs right round the mill buildings and into Water Lane. There was only a scattering of homes in the area. A report was sent to Cosford Rural District Council on rat extermination. 534 rats were killed between 31 October 1913 to 31 March 1914 at a cost of £2 – 4s – 6d. At a time when agriculture was the mainstay of Layham, keeping the rat population down was essential. St. Andrew’s – your Parish Church Services during April Sunday 6 April 10.30 am Morning Worship Sunday 13 April 9.15 am Sung Eucharist HOLY WEEK Monday 14 April 7.00 pm Eucharist and Meditation Good Friday 18 April 2.00 pm An hour at the Cross Easter Sunday 20 April 9.15 am Sung Eucharist Sunday 27 April 9.15 am Family Eucharist Coffee, Cake and Chat Please come to the church on Monday 7 April between 11 am - 12.30 pm. All welcome. Community Lunch Another sell-out community lunch took place in the Queen’s Head on Wednesday 5 March. These lunches bring members of the community together in a very pleasant atmosphere and are great value for money. Watch out for the next one, which will be on Wednesday 9 July, and get your name down before all the places are booked. Bird of prey in Layham This interesting bird of prey was seen flying over the field beside the Queen’s Head in early March. Does any ornithologist know what it is? Hadleigh Community Choir presents ‘On the Bright Side of Life’ a programme of lively and popular music, 7.30 pm Friday 23 May at St Andrew’s Church, Layham. Admission £5, tickets in advance from Sonia 822220, Audrey 822081or The Idler bookshop. Refreshments available - Proceeds to St Andrew’s Church Layham Green Team Layham Annual Spring Clean On Saturday 8th March over twenty volunteers were involved in the Annual Spring Clean of the village. In Lower Layham they concentrated on litter picking but in Upper Layham there was a different emphasis this year. The wet winter weather had caused Mill Lane to be very muddy and this needed a concerted effort, including tidying the banks and verges. At the end Three members of the Pemberton of the morning our hardworking family prepare for helping with the helpers had transformed the Spring Clean ‘spine’ of the village, making it much more pleasant for everyone who uses this route. One other group tackled the problem of accumulated rubbish along the B1070 into Hadleigh and second carried out a general litter pick of the Playing Field and Brett Green. Many thanks to all our willing volunteers for a job well done and to BDC for their support. Wildlife Working Day The first ‘Wildlife Working Day’ was held on Tuesday 11th March, meeting at the Playing Field Conservation Area. This day was planned to start work on a new initiative of creating a path to cross the area and provide basking banks and scallops to attract wildlife. Playing Field Chairman Michael Woods was able to enlist help from a local tractor driver to cut out the new path with some heavy machinery. But first branches and other debris had to be cleared and this is where the volunteers came in. After two hours of hard work the path was cut, trees and hedges were pruned and the site was clear for the next stage of the plan which had been devised with the help of Suffolk Wildlife Trust. In the mean time Richard Groom and John McLeod had rebuilt the fencing which protects the otter holt, another step towards ensuring that these animals are safe to live and breed in Layham. There was a real feeling of achievement, by the volunteers, at the end of the morning and enthusiasm for future work. Again thanks to fourteen people who took part in the Layham ‘Green Team’ new initiative. Lesley Garnett Green Team Chairman

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Layham Playgroup Signs of spring In the autumn we put our toy hedgehogs to sleep in nests we made out of leaves from one of our walks. We discovered they are all wide awake now and ready for the warmer weather. One of the children was very kind to show the hedgehogs our new spring flowers which have grown in the garden. Because of our lovely rural setting, we have been very lucky to be able to watch the tractors busy in the fields around playgroup. Our lovely neighbour, Mr English, was very kind to invite us to have a look at one of his tractors... the wheels were bigger than the children!!! As the weather has been getting warmer, we have been able to play outside in our garden lots! I’m sure very soon we will be having our snacks in the garden and maybe even visiting our local park for some picnics! Easter fun morning... We are hosting an Easter fun morning on Tuesday 8th April, 10am-1pm at Layham village hall. We will be having a fun filled morning of crafts, egg hunt around the village, refreshments, stalls and games all for the cost of £2 per child. We look forward to welcoming you! Our Toddler group takes place every Wednesday morning 9.30-11.00am and is open to all children aged 0-5years. We hold a cake sale every first Wednesday of the month. Layham Playgroup is a feeder group for all three Primary Schools in Hadleigh. Government funding is available for 3 year olds and in certain cases for some 2 year olds. If you are looking to creatively occupy your 2 – 4yr old and would like an information pack or would like to arrange a visit, please contact us on 07999 866419 or email us at admin@layhamplaygroup.co.uk

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Kevin takes on The London Marathon Kevin Carpenter (Golf Pro at Hintlesham Golf Club and Golf Trick Shot Performer) is taking his London Marathon training to the next level …by dying his hair shocking pink! It is all for a good cause as Kevin is bravely taking on the London Marathon for another year to raise important funds for Breakthrough Breast Cancer. This will be Kevin’s second Virgin London Marathon after completing the gruelling 26.2miles in 2012 with a fantastic 3 hours 45 minutes time and raising a whopping £3500. This year though, Kevin hopes to smash his previous record and go for a time under 3 and a half hours…requiring Kevin to run 8 minute miles! Sadly Kevin lost his mum to breast cancer four years ago and so his efforts to raise as much money as possible for this charity are deep rooted. The Breakthrough Breast Cancer charity is dedicated to helping save lives through improving early diagnosis, developing new treatments and preventing all types of breast cancer. Kevin hopes that dying his hair pink will attract some extra attention and help ensure people are aware of his chosen charity. So if you see Kevin out for a run (and who can miss him!) make sure you give him a hoot or a high five and visit his charity page http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/KevinCarpenter

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SKy Watch Opposition of Mars April the 8th marks the day that Mars comes to opposition in our skies and for 1 week either side of this date the red planet is closest to the Earth. The exact date for closet approach is April 14th when the red planet will be 57.4 million miles from Earth and will shine at magnitude -1.48 or equal to sirius, the brightest star in the sky. At this opposition the planet will be constellation of Virgo. Mars will be easily identifiable because of the fact it won't "twinkle" like regular stars and also the fact of its colour - blood red, hence why it was named after the god of war in Roman mythology. In fact the Romans held this god in high regard as Mars is the third highest deity in their order and they even named a month of the year after him - March. Before we move on to the term "opposition" here is a little fact file on Mars. Diameter:- 4221 miles or 53.2% of Earth diameter Mean surface temperature:- -23oc Distance from sun:- 1.52au Sidereal revolution period (year):- 687 days Sidereal rotation period (day):- 24.6 hours Moons:- 2 Phobos and Deimos both captured asteroids So what is opposition? Opposition is a phenomenon that can occur with any astronomical object as long as it has an orbit outside that of Earth's. Opposition literally means the chosen object (in this case Mars) is directly opposite the sun in the sky. So at sunrise Mars is setting and obviously the opposite is correct at sunset when Mars is rising into the sky. The perfect way to show opposition is this graphic below which comes kindly from my friend Bob King. This shows Mars at opposition on nearly every 2 year time spell (this is how long it takes the Earth to catch up with it) Note also that although our orbit appears to be uniformly circular the orbit of Mars varies quite a bit, this is because Mars suffers a gravitational tug from its near neighbour Jupiter which distorts the orbital motion - very clearly. Observing Mars Mars is a fickle world and does not give up its details readily but at opposition you have your best chances of seeing surface and atmospheric detail. With a telescope of 3 inch aperture you will see some details on the planet, most prominent will be the north polar ice cap which is tilted towards Earth as Mars enters its northern hemisphere summer. You may also be able to make out a dark region on the planet called Syrtis Major, this dark area is caused by basaltic volcanic rock and takes on the appearance of a triangle in shape. Mars has a atmosphere of 95% carbon dioxide 2.7% nitrogen 1.6% Argon and 0.7& other elements. The atmosphere is dense enough though to allow clouds to form from time to time and dust storms can also rip up on the Planet that can cover the entire Planet. All of which can be seen in telescopes of 3 inches or more in aperture. So that is Mars at opposition. If you miss this one you will need to wait 2 years for the next in 2016. For those who need a sign post for the Planet the full Moon on the 14th April lies just below the Planet Mars a perfect situation to take advantage of the 2 celestial bodies together in one evening. If you have any questions please contact Neil Norman on neilnorman-72@hotmail.co.uk

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We want you to read our message! ‘We’ being members of the Hadleigh Lip Reading Group. When we first realise and accept that we have lost some of our hearing and stop complaining about people not speaking clearly or mumbling there are two ways forward. The first (and more usual way) is to become steadily more reclusive, stay indoors and progressively turn up the volume on the telly. The second way is to start fighting back. So, initially make an arrangement for a hearing test as a preliminary to getting hearing aids. Then take advice from the experts. Lip Reading Classes are held in Hadleigh by Jill Cox who has some hearing loss herself and knows all the problems we face. Jill will be running some ‘taster’ sessions during June for anyone interested in joining the class. There will be a small fee of £4.00 for these. FACT: Many of us lip read without realising it – many people say “I can’t hear without my glasses on”! FACT: Lip reading classes are fun. This is largely due to Jill’s indomitable spirit, entertaining presentation and wide ranging subject material. FACT: Lip reading classes really do keep the grey matter churning – memory and anticipation are frequently called into action. FACT: 30% of the English language is lip-readable, so although it’s not the complete answer, the classes include many other tips on living with hearing loss. FACT: Classes are held in the URC hall on from 10.00 am – noon on Tuesdays mornings during term time. FACT: You won’t regret it if you make the first step and get in touch. For further information contact Jill Cox jill@cox99.plus.com or telephone Suffolk Hearing Support Service 01473 467785

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The vision of Hadleigh URC is to challenge the community to respond to God’s love as shown and taught by Jesus Christ. We worship every Sunday at 10.30am. We meet for prayer every Tuesday at 10.15am. There are regular Bible study & discussion groups. We work together to support those in need. We provide prayer for physical or spiritual needs. BapƟsms, funerals and weddings are part of our work. We provide many opportuniƟes for young people to learn more about God.

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Hadleigh Library News! A classic children’s tale with a foxy twist, as The Three Bears meet ‘Goldifox’ at Hadleigh Library! The Three Bears might need a warm bowl of porridge and a rest in a comfy chair (that’s just the right size of course) after their visit from a rather messy guest when ’Wishwork’s’ lively and innovative children’s show ‘Goldifox’ comes to Hadleigh Library on Friday 11th April, supported by Creative Arts East and Hadleigh Library Friends Group. Stories are magical, they change every time they are told, but this one is full of surprises as the storyteller is interrupted by a naughty puppet who decides that he wants to be part of the show - the main part of course - and he’s not sure if he even likes porridge! Whatever will the bears say? Mayhem and hilarity ensue and the audience are invited to audition, dress up and join in, in a show ideal for children aged 4-9 during the Easter School Holiday. You can see Goldifox at Hadleigh Library on Friday 11th April at 2.30pm. Tickets are £5 per child and adults go free. To reserve tickets call: 01473 823778 or visit Hadleigh Library. To tie in with our puppet theatre, the children of Hadleigh Community Primary school have provided a beautiful display of puppets made by them. Come into the library and see if you can spot yours. The Hadleigh Library Top Time group are hosting an author visit from crime writer Ian McFayden on Wednesday 23rd April from 10.30am. Ian McFadyen was born in Liverpool, grew up in Lancashire but for the past 25 years has lived in the south-east of England. Married for over twenty five years he has three grown up children and with an honours degree in Marketing he has spent most of his working life in the electronics industry in sales and marketing. Ian started writing crime novels in his early forties and to date four of his titles have been published; ‘Little White Lies', 'Lillia's Diary', 'Frozen to Death' and 'Deadly Secrets’. All based around a fictional Inspector called Steve Carmichael and set in a fictional Lancashire village not too dissimilar to where he grew up. Reserve your copy from www.suffolklibraries.co.uk. Please note that this event is open to all. Family activities from 10.30am – 1pm every Sunday gather a pace with Thing 1 and Thing 2. Join the Sunday team this month as they celebrate Dr Seuss with free fun craft activities and fun books to borrow. Free Bookstart events are a great way to encourage your children to share the love of books and music. Our Tot Rock session is every Wednesday from 2.00pm – 2.30pm and our Baby Bounce is every Thursday from 10.00am – 10.30am. If you want to find out more about Bookstart visit www.bookstart.org.uk Top Time for the over 55s events for April include My Life in 5 Minutes, Charades, Book Review, Ian McFadyen crime author visit (open to all) and Games. Every Wednesday from 10.30am. Hadleigh Library Friends Group meeting on Thursday 24th April at 2.30pm. What’s new in DVDs! Look out for the following: Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues and The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug. On Monday 12th May Lesley Dolphin’s radio book group will be discussing Doctor Sleep by Stephen King. King says he wanted to know what happened to Danny Torrance, the boy at the heart of 'The Shining', after his terrible experience in the Overlook Hotel. The instantly riveting Doctor Sleep picks up the story of the now middle-aged Dan, working at a hospice in rural New Hampshire, and the very special twelve-year old girl he must save from a tribe of murderous paranormals. Join Lesley from 2pm – 2.40pm on BBC Radio Suffolk. If you would like to review this month’s book, please follow the link Suffolk Reads on www.suffolklibraries.co.uk It’s free! Tell your friends and family - it's free to join the library and everyone is welcome. Did you know that with a library card you can borrow up to 20 books, 6 story cassettes/CDs and 6 e-books free? You can also borrow CDs, DVDs and computer games for a small charge – ask our staff for details. You can use the internet free in every library too – our computer system means that you can book in advance to surf the net or just pop in and see if a PC is available. Hadleigh Library, 29 High Street, Hadleigh, IP7 5AG Tel: 01473 823778 Email: hadleigh.library@suffolklibraries.co.uk

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Spring is definitely in the air and we are noticing this as more tennis players appear for the sessions of play. The club has registered two teams for the Ipswich & District Tennis leagues this summer, and we are looking to continue building on recent, successful seasons. In addition, our coach Lawrence, can help with any younger players, developing their talents and helping them to improve their skills. He is of course also available to the “older” players who want to improve their own skills further. Membership fees will be due at the beginning of April, remember to pay early and get a discount. Also, if you are registered with the LTA too, you will be eligible for the Wimbledon ticket draw in May. As an added incentive, any NEW members joining the club this year will get a 25% discount on their 2014 membership fees if they join in April, May or June, (thereafter they will be charged a pro-rata fee). (Please note that anyone who is currently, or has previously been a member of the club in the past, will not qualify for this offer). If you are not sure whether you fit in with us, why not come along as a guest and meet us? Guest fees are currently £4 per session and you will always be welcome, bring a friend for mutual support if you like! The club is not just about playing tennis however, (though this is the main objective of course), we also enjoy a number of social events through the year, such as the annual Bar-B-Q, Christmas dinner, quiz nights, internal tournaments and fun days as well as the recently re-instated anniversary match against Bildeston. All of these events ensure that there is a good social side to the club which members and friends can enjoy. Hadleigh Tennis club plays on three sessions per week: Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6.30pm to 8.00pm and Sunday from 9.30am to 12.00 pm. Following this year’s AGM we are pleased to advise that annual membership fees are being held at £100 for adults and £60 for students, (with a £10 discount if paid before April 30th). Visit our website at: www.hadleightennis.org.uk, or if you have any queries please contact us via: hadleightennis@gmail.com, or Paul Knowles on 07747 637147.

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Hadleigh’s first team fixtures for April begin at Norwich United on Saturday 5th. A trip to Gorleston on Saturday 12th will be followed by a home match against Walsham on Saturday 19th. Easter Monday sees a trip to local rivals Brantham before a busy month ends at Cambridge Regional College on Saturday 26th. The Reserves entertain Whitton on Tuesday 1st before Long Melford visit the Millfield for a difficult game on Saturday 5th. A trip to Saffron Walden is another hard task on Tuesday 8th before we go to Woodbridge on Saturday 19th. Our Thurlow Nunn youth team will be at home to Halstead on Wednesday 2nd before a trip to Cornard on Thursday 19th. An away match at Wivenhoe will be a hard task on Wednesday 16th before a busy April ends at the Millfield on Wednesday 23rd with Felixstowe providing the opposition. Any alterations will be on the club website.

Hadleigh United Football Club Old Boys Reunion Update The event on Saturday 19th July is proving very popular. To ensure that we can cater for everyone and order enough ‘liquid refreshment’ please make sure that you contact one of the names below to confirm your attendance. Remember the evening starts at 6.30pm in the Millfield Clubhouse and is open to all those who have made a contribution to the clubs history both on and off the pitch. We look forward to seeing you all on the night. Rick Pett 01473 822370, John Day 07775252102 Ray Dyer 01473 823978, Peter Gowers 01473 827300 petergowers@tiscali.co.uk

St Mary’s Church, in Hadleigh, is seeking to appoint a part-time Verger This is a new role, requiring flexibility, commitment and enthusiasm, and will involve locking and unlocking the church, basic cleaning, and preparing the building for services and events. The post will be for 10 hours a week, spread over 6 days, and will be paid at the rate of £8 per hour. It will include some evening and weekend work. The successful candidate will need to be flexible about the pattern of work from week to week. Further details are available from: St Mary’s Benefice Office, St Mary’s Church, Hadleigh IP7 5DT Tel: 01473 824987 Email: office@stmaryshadleigh.co.uk Deadline for applications, by letter with a CV: Saturday 19th April 2014. Interviews will take place in the last week of April.

The Hadleigh Rugby Club Tag Tournament Sunday 9 March was a busy but fantastic day for the Rugby Club. The sun shone and it was a day of fun and enjoyment. We entertained the U7s and U8s from 12 local Suffolk and Essex Clubs in a feast of Tag rugby. The 350 kids who took part all went home happy, showing that enjoyment comes first. It was a memorable day and one we now hope to repeat annually! Hadleigh U7 Winners with Ian Bodsworth MD Although not all of the Good Skills Training Hadleigh teams won silverware, the U7s did us proud by winning the Good Skills Training Cup, beating Harwich in the final, and the U8s were runners up in the Cup as well, beaten by a strong Colchester side by only two points. Thank you to all of our sponsors, Good Skills Training, Toppesfield, Your Telemarketing, The Royal Hospital School, Colour MS, Gallaghers, Hollowtrees Farm Shop, The Jolly Meat Company, JSM, Miss Lesley's School of Performing Arts, Morton Smith & Girling, The Ram and REL Field Marketing, who all helped to make the day run smoothly with their very generous donations. Thank you also to all of the advertisers and the contributions to the raffle. Within the Club itself, praise must go to all our boys and girls from all age groups who helped out as car parking attendants, prize sellers, programme sellers, BBQ helpers, runners, and general set up and clear up helpers. They were true ambassadors for what is a very special and unique Club, with smiles on there faces and always helpful and polite. Some of those guys are: Arthur Romer-Lee, Cedric Hoskyns Abrahall, Freddie Braybrooke, Joe Colcomb, Kieran Waters, Don Baker, Robert Bray, Sam Clements, James Grant, Andrew Halls, Matt Morris, Alex Spooner, George Thompson, Jake Hudson, Callum & Lewis Jeffery, Aaron Clark, Henry Ferdinand, Charlie Kavanagh, Matilda Morrison, Pat Bray, Ben Warburton, Alexandra Jeeves, and Olivia Hussey. Thanks are due to the following for their assistance before, during or after the day: Doug Finbow, Charlie Warburton, John Squirrell, Clare Wiltshire, Marcus and Nicky Gallagher, Alison Kavanagh, Tim Ferdinand, Ben Romer-Lee, Dale Spooner, All the Littlechilds, Darren and Caroline Kempster, Laura Morrison, Adele Jeeves, Andy Gentry, Robin Bray, Sophie Braybrooke, Dave and Tiff, Chris Hussey, Steve and Sharon Clements, Sarah Barber, Nicky Trinder, the cake makers, Alan Murray, Jez Bezant, Rob Cotterill, Tony Godfrey, Tim Kerr and Peter Busfield anyone else I failed to mention but should have!! Plus thanks to all the referees from all clubs who Hadleigh U8 Runners Up helped us out. The results of the day are as follows: U7 Good Skills Training Cup: Hadleigh - Winners; Harwich - Runners Up Toppesfield Shield: Bury - Winners; Woodbridge - Runners Up Your Telemarketing Plate: Ipswich - Winners; Sudbury - Runners Up U8 Good Skills Training Cup: Colchester - Winners; Hadleigh - Runners Up Toppesfield Shield: Woodbridge - Winners; Bury - Runners up Your Telemarketing Plate: Sudbury - Winners; Stowmarket - Runners Up

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Please support your local businesses! Have your company listed for £6.25 + VAT per month (Minimum insertion 4 months) and reach 8600 local homes and businesses For more information call Matt on 01473 823366 Accountants / Financial Services Thompson Financial Consulting.01473 828973 Walter Wright ............................01473 822143 Haines Watts .............................01473 822392 GKM Financial Services .............01473 828280 Art Group J Parker Studios .......................07442 491 734 Butchers Andrews Hadleigh......................01473 827720 Builders / Property Maintenance C.A. Builders..............................01473 824404 Gant & Nayler ............................01473 827856 Simon Farthing ..........................07823 333451 T.J. Griggs .................................01473 824315 D.R. Payne General Handyman..01473 823880 G.C. Property.............................01473 823559 Grass To Glass...........................01473 828269 Mark Rowland ..........................01787 211687 P. Crisp Carpentry......................01473 415727 Hadleigh Buildbase ....................01473 822318 JustWood Designs ....................01473 828040 Cooper & Kelling Builders..........07966 678704 Tony Faulkner ............................01473 822122 GMH Builders ............................07807 217623 Impact Property Maintenance....07934 704554 Village Property Services...........07763 006307 Carpets / Flooring A.J. Carpets ...............................01473 822240 Olivers Carpets ..........................01473 805040 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 Rackhams..................................01473 747117 Eurospeed Tyre and Garage.......01473 823172 S. T. Services Simon Tydeman ..07783 033401 The Car Wash Valeting...............01473 827437 Crockatt Garage.........................01473 824342 Hadleigh Car Wash ....................01473 828431 Scuffs & Scrapes.......................01473 824909 Child Care Services, Activities, Goods Birch Farm..................01473 652152 / 652249 Hadleigh Childminding Group....01473 810035 Chimney Sweep / Fireplace Services TL Chimneys .............................07733 420611 Polstead Joinery Briquettes.......01206 265180 Clothes & Ironing Services Labels to Love ...........................07889 773593 Cleaners Mulberry Maids .........................01473 827338 Cycle Repair Spokes Cycle Repair..................01473 658529 Double Glazing, Windows & Doors Andy Grimsey ............................01473 823584 Tim Allen Windows....................01473 827086 Hadleigh Glass...........................01473 822415

Surefix .......................................01473 827004 A&B Glass ................................0800 077 3996 SEH BAC....................................0808 1592846 Driving Instruction Peter Cutts.........01473 822937/07786 735285 Driveround ........01473 822155/07702 380932 Fit2Drive ....................................07932 772430 Electrical Goods and Supplies Hadleigh Lighting & Electrical....01473 829222 Electricians CC Electrical ..............................07891 723712 S Cowle Electrical ......................01473 823179 C. V. Rush Electrical...................01473 824156 Andrade Electrical......................07977 279970 Estate Agents & Rental Frost & Partners ........................01473 823456 ByChoice ...................................01473 828280 Abbotts......................................01473 827135 Toppesfield Cottages .................01473 829129 Palmer & Partners .....................01787 242540 Morton Smth & Girling ..............01473 828121 Funeral Directors Hunnaball ..................................01473 748808 Kingsbury & Saunders ..............01473 823117 R. Gwinnell ................................01473 824440 Garden Machinery Repair W. J. Green ................................01473 823839 Steve Blake ................................07813 814623 Garden Services 4 Life Landscapes......................01473 828117 Claremont Nursery ....................01473 652330 Garden Maintenance Services ...01473 828231 Grass To Glass...........................01473 828269 T. J. Griggs ................................01473 824315 The Landscaper .........................01473 824107 Leeks Landscapes .....................07741 448208 Blooming Gardens.....................01473 823360 The Andy Gardener....................07739 556007 Darren Barton ............................01473 810261 Bloomfield Garden Furniture......01787 228184 Golf Clubs and Sports Hintlesham Golf Club.................01473 652761 Stoke by Nayland Club...............01206 265818 Newton Green Golf Club ............01787 377217 Snowys Bait & Tackle ................07766 140624 Hair and Beauty Sylvia’s ......................................01473 822177 Cutter & Co................................01473 827436 D’Enza Hair & Beauty.................01473 829069 Secret Beauty ............................07722 210083 Niki’s Nails.................................07517 994276 Hadleigh Hairloom.....................01473 822191 Uppercutz ..................................07582 706603 Hardware M. W. Partridge ..........01473 824183 / 822333 Health Care Hadleigh Boxford Practice .........01473 822961 Hadleigh Dental Surgery............01473 823092 Hearing Care Centre...................08000 962637 Hugh Clover Hypnotherapy........01206 323089

Call Les 01473 827096 Mobile 07850 318582 www.beaumont-privatehire.co.uk Looking-Glass Dental Practice...01473 823003 Nicholas Salway Osteopath .......01473 820123 Sally Mowles Chiropodist ..........01473 822902 Hadleigh Osteopaths..................01473 828585 Jenny Anderson Acupuncture....07814 089856 Hadleigh Physiotherapy.............07599 959997 The Podiatry Place.....................01787 377677 Sudbury Hypnosis .....................07967 473691 Gautami Woods .........................01473 827746 Footman Mobile Foot Care.........07582 340683 Home Design / Improvement Les Hymas Upholsterer .............01473 829337 Energy on Tap............................07780 975787 Rendall & Wright .......................01787 375076 Greenscape Energy....................01473 655655 I.T. and Computer Services Home Computer Services..........0800 4488356 Nick Kotarski .............................0800 7813744 Birkfield Computers...................01206 298479 Kitchen Fitters David Scott ................................01787 282263 Languages French Tuition with Carole .........07905 298595 Miscellaneous Singing Lessons ........................01473 809927 All Seasons Marquees ...............01473 559978 Mobility Services Hadleigh Mobility Centre ...........01473 823235 Newsagents Keith Avis ..................................01473 823131 Nursing & Care Services Friars Hall ..................................01473 822159 Laxfield House............01787 247340 / 247495 Magdalen House........................01473 829411 Helping Hands ...........................01473 827006 Caring Home Group...................0808 1661350 Office Services OutsourceHQ ............................0844 556 4346

Spear .........................................01473 829863 Plumbmate ................................01473 810088 Roundhouse Plumbing ..............01473 829741 S P Plumbing ............................01473 823912 Paul Howling Plumbing .............07973 756041 Buddha ......................................07710 081745 Printers Keith Avis Printers .....................01473 823366 Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink Hintlesham Golf Club.................01473 652761 The George ................................01473 822151 The Kings Head Hadleigh...........01473 828855 Royal Bengal .............................01473 823744 Bildeston Crown ........................01449 740510 Kersey Bell.................................01473 823229 White Hart Hadleigh...................01473 822206 The George Hintlesham .............01473 652408 Scrap Metal Parkwood Autos ........................01473 658605 Septic Tank Emptying A.K. Services .............................01473 822694 Shops Hollowtrees ...............................01449 741247 Health Foods for You .................01787 828262 The Emporium...........................01473 808031 Skip / Waste Removal G. Leeks Skip Hire .....................01473 824256 Box Rubbish Removal ...............01787 211289 Solicitors Gibbons Solicitors .....................01473 822488 Gotelees ....................................01473 822102 Storage Elmsett Storshops .....................01473 822162 Taxi/Wedding Cars Beaumont Cars ..........................01473 827096 Hadleigh Executive Travel ..........01473 828222 Town & Country Cars ................01473 828999 Voyager Travel ...........................01473 828102 Eco Cars ..........01473 828384 / 07827 011713 Hadleigh Private Hire .................01473 829700 Travel Beestons ....................01473 212521 / 823243 Travel 2000................................01206 394433 Travel Stop ................................01473 828728 Tree Surgeons Oakdene Tree Services...............01473 652117 Tree Monkeys ..01473 823887 / 07709 876665 Veterinary Surgeons Highcliff Veterinary Practice ......01473 822704 Water Softeners Patmore.....................................01473 713600 Weight Loss & Fitness Cambridge Diet Val Lord............01449 737113 Slimming World .......................0844 897 8000 Chillout Yoga .............................07791 385240 Window Cleaner Ken Fisk.....................................01449 401427 C&D Services ............................01473 828626

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Painting & Decorating Keith Gardner.............................01473 828574 Simon Farthing ..........................07823 333451 J Dunn Painter & Decorator.......01473 828953 Chris Leys .......01473 827975 / 07787 553117 JLM Decorating .........................01473 828112 P&D...........................................07738 460492 Pest Control Vermoush Pest Control .............07805 999544 Picture Framing The Framestore..........................01473 822334 Claremont Framing ....................01473 652330 Plant Hire Hadleigh Hirebase......................01473 828509 Target Plant Hire ........................01473 233333 Plumbing & Heating A. Cutts......................................01473 823051 Gallagher ...................................01473 828806 Rowland & Simpson..................01473 823914 Seager Home Solutions .............01473 824884

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hadleighecocars.co.uk hadleighecocars@yahoo.co.uk Hadleigh Community News is produced by Keith Avis Printers, 68 High Street, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 5EF. Tel: 01473 823366.

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Hadleigh

3 bedrooms

£169,950

EPC Rating: D

Elmsett

3 bedrooms

EPC Rating: D

Hadleigh

4 bedrooms

£227,500

3 bedrooms

£525,000

Bildeston

2 bedrooms

EPC Rating: D

Burstall

2 bedrooms

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£179,000

EPC Rating: D

£195,000

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2 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

£275,000

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3 bedrooms

EPC Rating: D

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4 bedrooms

£475,000

£160,000 EPC Rating: D

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£179,950

£299,000 EPC Rating: C

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3 bedrooms

£450,000

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4 bedrooms

£950 pcm

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3 bedrooms

£675 pcm

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