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The Hadleigh Tag 2016 Kick Off: 10.00am Sunday March 13th at Hadleigh RUFC, Layham Road Sports Ground, Hadleigh
On Sunday, March 13th, Hadleigh RFC will host The Hadleigh TAG 2016. Building on the success of previous year’s events we will be welcoming over 320 players in the U-7 and U-8 age groups from clubs across the Eastern Counties. Clubs already committed to attend include, Ipswich, Woodbridge, Ipswich YM, Colchester, Bury St Edmunds, Sudbury, Stowmarket, Felixstowe, Braintree, Harwich, Maldon, Brightlingsea and of course our own Hadleigh Baa-Baa’s. TAG Rugby is a form of non-contact rugby open to all ages but which is specifically used for the development of the sport for “Mini’s”, the U-7 and U-8 age groups. Whilst TAG Rugby has many features of the full game the emphasis is always on FUN. TAG Rugby allows the young players to practice their technical skills, to experience the passion of playing Rugby and to develop a love for both the rules and the spirit of the game which will last a lifetime. Building on the legacy of RWC2015 and the dedication of clubs, coaches, players and parents throughout the region The Hadleigh TAG 2016 is a great opportunity for any girl or boy thinking about playing Rugby to come along to see the game for themselves. With an invitation list of 16 clubs and with over 320 players attending, The Hadleigh TAG 2016 has been confirmed by The RFU as the largest tournament of its kind in England. For further information please contact: Mick Collins Fixtures Secretary Hadleigh RFC 07805 493246 fixtures@hadleighrfc.co.uk
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Sydney Brown Court Coffee Morning Every Monday 10.00am -12.00 - Why not pop in for a cup of coffee or tea and make new friends. Together Lent Study Group, Salvation Army Every Monday evening: Duplicate Bridge 7 pm at Hadleigh Football Club Every Tuesday morning (term time only) Hadleigh Craft Club at URC Hall (Ansell Centre), Hadleigh from 9.40am-12pm Every Tuesday afternoon: Chicago Bridge 2 pm at Hadleigh Football Club. Every Wednesday 7 - 9 pm at URC Rooms Country Threads a friendly craft group. Every Friday 09.30 - 12.00 St Maryʼs Café Church Coffee, bacon rolls and croissants. Optional worship at 10.00.
Tuesday 1st March 10.00-11.30am Church open for Prayer - Hadleigh URC Friday 4th March 9.30am The Ark Toddler Club at Hadleigh Baptist Church 12.15pm Lunch Club – Ansell Centre Saturday 5th March 2.00-4.00pm Scrabble - Hadleigh URC, Community Room 14/3/13 09:14 Page 1 Saturday 5th March Sudbury Museum Road Show. Specialists on hand to identify small finds - fossils, coins, metalware, pottery etc. New exhibits commemorating American 486th Bomb Group. No charge. 10.30am-1.30pm entrance from Gaol Lane. Saturday 5th March (10am-3pm) & Sunday 6th March (9am-12noon) – Golf Membership Open Weekend. Join us at our Open Weekend for your chance to view our golf courses, welcoming Clubhouse and ProShop. Plus there will be an exclusive membership offer. Call 01206 265841 or email mary.saward@stokegolfandleisure.com. Saturday 5th March – A Night with Soul Collective. Experience the great sounds Community of the golden eras of News Soul, Motown and Disco with this band of Local Community News talented musicians. Just £12pp. Call Stoke by Nayland Club 01206 265837 Sunday 6th March – Mother’s Day Lunch & Afternoon Tea. Treat your mum to a delicious 3-course carvery lunch for just £22.95pp OR a fabulous Afternoon Tea with finger sandwiches, orange & earl grey scones, Boxford Farm Morello cherry cupcakes and much more for just £18.95pp! We will be serving Lunch from 12 noon to 3.30pm and Afternoon Tea from 12 noon to 5pm but we strongly recommend reserving your space in advance by calling 01206 265837 or emailing sales@stokebynayland.com. Local Community News Monday 7th March Hadleigh Naturalists Society, Talk by Jo Wray, The Making
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of Abberton Reservoir. 7.30pm The Dining Room, Hadleigh Town Hall. Tuesday 8th March 10.00-11.30am Come in for Coffee - Hadleigh URC, Community Room, 10.00-11.30am Church open for Prayer - Hadleigh URC Tuesday 8th March Hadleigh & District Flower Club meeting 7.30pm in the United Reformed Church, Market Place Hadleigh. Judith Barham from Norwich demonstrating "A Walk with Me". Visitors £4 Members £1.50 includes refreshments. Friday 11th March 9.30am The Ark Toddler Club at Hadleigh Baptist Church Saturday 12th March 2.00-4.00pm Scrabble - Hadleigh URC, Community Room Saturday 12th March Hadleigh Footpath Volunteers will leave St Mary’s School on Stonehouse road at 0930 and take in the Railway Walk, Binny’s wood, White Ladies, Ramsey Wood, Cobbold Farm, Durrants Farm and enter Hadleigh along George Street. Although the walk is 10 miles long, the going is very flat and pleasant. Further information see www.hadleighwalkers.com, email us at hadleighwalkers@gmail.com or contact Mike Keeling on 01473 823328 or 0785 895 5678. Sunday 13th March Hadleigh RFC will host The Hadleigh TAG 2016. Kick Off: 10.00am at Hadleigh RUFC, Layham Road Sports Ground, Hadleigh Monday 14th March Hadleigh U3A Welcomes all Members and prospective Members to tea, coffee and biscuits at the Ansell Centre in Hadleigh at 2.30pm And to hear a talk by Graham Higgins entitled ‘Tales from the Bench’. Monday 14th March Hadleigh & District Garden Club meeting 7.30pm in the Town Hall Market Place Hadleigh. A.G.M. Competition a bowl of flowering Bulbs. No charge this meeting. Tuesday 15th March 10.00-11.30am Come in for Coffee - Hadleigh URC, Community Room, 10.00-11.30am Church open for Prayer - Hadleigh URC Tuesday 15th March Hadleigh Evening Womens Institute meeting at 7.30pm in The Seminar Room above the Library. Member Helen Allen will be demonstrating Bunting making. Visitors £3 (refundable on joining) Wednesday 16th March 12.15pm Lunch Club - Ansell Centre Thursday 17th March Magdalen House Day Centre Coffee Morning from 10.30 am to 12 noon. There will be Orange & Lemon Stall, Cakes, Books, Brica-Brac. Please come along and support our customers. Friday 18th March 9.30am The Ark Toddler Club at Hadleigh Baptist Church Saturday 19th March 2-4 pm Scrabble - Hadleigh URC, Community Room Saturday 19th March Hadleigh Choral Society at St. Marys Church, Hadleigh from 7.30 pm, Colchester Symphony Orchestra, Professional Soloists. Tickets £14, £12 concessions, £3 U16s from The Idler Bookshop or on the door. Sunday 20th March 10.30am Palm Sunday Worship, Hadleigh URC Tuesday 22nd March 10.00-11.30am Come in for Coffee - Hadleigh URC, Community Room, 10.00-11.30am Church open for Prayer - Hadleigh URC Wednesday 23rd March What Do You Think Over A Drink? EU in or EU out? Should we stay in Europe or come out? Meetings start 8 pm in The George, Hadleigh, as usual, all men welcome. Contact Philip Mann 01473 822658 for further details. Thursday 24th March 7.30pm, Fidelis Monthly Meeting. Journalist Rodney Tibbs “Secrets & Surprises in Cambridge”. The Dining Room (opposite The Ram Pub) Sec. Julie Davies 01473 823757. Friday 25th March – Party Like Its 1990! Join us as we journey back to the nineties for an evening of dancing to a DJ and a one-course buffet. Fancy dress welcome but not essential. Price - £19.95pp! Call 01206 265837 Saturday 26th March 2.00-4.00pm Scrabble - Hadleigh URC, Community Room Sunday 27th March 10.30am Family Easter Worship Hadleigh URC Sunday 27th March – Easter Sunday Lunch & Afternoon Tea. A mouthwatering 3-course carvery for just £22.95pp OR a delicious Chocoholic’s Afternoon Tea. We will be serving Lunch from 12 noon to 3.30pm and Afternoon Tea from 12 noon to 5pm but we strongly recommend reserving your space in advance by calling 01206 265837 or emailing sales@stokebynayland.com.
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The Synergy Café, held every Thursday in Hadleigh at the Ansell Centre is an opportunity for you to come with the person you care for, enjoy good food, good company and support. The atmosphere is relaxed and you will be able to meet and talk with other people in a similar situation. The café’s are free to attend, and lunch and refreshments are available to purchase - the food is simple, inexpensive and very good. There is also an opportunity to gain advice and information from visiting professionals who will be able to guide you to organisations that may be able to support you, or even be there just to listen. There are always a range of activities, coming up we have live music, along with quizzes and games. Come for a coffee, come for lunch, come for a chat and see what it is all about. Most people who visit us come back again and again. This may be just what you are looking for, and its local! We are open from 11am until 3pm. Do come and meet us, you will be made very welcome. Synergy Cafe is also looking for people who would like to support this initiative, if you are interested in volunteering please do contact us. For more information or to find out how to help your local community Synergy Café contact 01473 295200 or email community.services@sueryder.org
Hadleigh Freemasons remember Robert Burns
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On January 22nd Hadleigh Freemasons together with their ladies and personal guests attended the Brett Valley Lodge Burns Supper held at The Town Hall. This now Annual Event proved as popular as ever with Worshipful Master Tim Warner welcoming over 120 people, all enjoying a sumptuous five course meal served with a complimentary glass of ‘finest’ Malt Whiskey. ‘The Address to The Haggis’ was carried out in the usual exuberant style, accompanied by the skirl of the bagpipes. A raffle was held during the evening and £715.00 was raised through the generosity of those present and which will be added to monies already held to be distributed to local charities in due course. Also present were Barry Dallas and James Pitcher of the Hadleigh Sea Scouts Group who came along to receive a cheque from the 2015 Masters’ Fund to the value of £2,694.00 from Worshipful Brother Kelvin Avis and Worshipful Brother Hadleigh Sea Scouts receive a cheque Keith Marsland on behalf of the for £2,694.00 from Brett Valley Lodge lodge which will be used to help fund a boat house and facilities on a piece of riverside land which the Scouts have recently acquired. Brett Valley Lodge meet and dine at The Town Hall in Hadleigh on the fourth fridays in September, November, January, March and May. For more information on local freemasonry see www.brettvalley.org.uk.
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GSOLICITORS IBBONS Kersey is under threat Hello my dear Readers – I have to start this month with grave matters. The ancient village of Kersey is under threat. The picture shows me in the delightful High Street that falls down to the water splash and then rises to the Church of St Mary that has gazed over the rolling countryside for nearly a thousand years. A Planning Application has been made to squash six two storey houses and twelve parking spaces immediately behind a run of six Listed cottages and at the heart of the Conservation Area. The cottage residents would look out of their homes onto a concrete jungle pressed up against their back windows. If this went through it would be a travesty for the village. We are raping and pillaging the Suffolk Countryside and its little old villages for nothing more than a quick profit. Babergh District Council has just given the green light for almost a small town near the Holiday Inn at the start of the A1071 – isn’t that enough. Do send any objections to Peter Beer Chairman of Babergh Planning Committee E: peter.beer@babergh.gov.uk. I gather that the application will be before the Planning Committee at Babergh on Wednesday, 23 March 2016. Do write straight away. If you want to offer help to Kersey contact: E: kersey.conservresidents@gmail.com. As I think of Kersey my mind turns to Walmington on Sea, the home of Dad’s Army. I do love the old series and went to see the new film with relish. It was somewhat corny but amusing nonetheless. How the world has changed. Frank’s friend Ophelia Balls wrote to express concern about Frank’s aubergines; she was worried that they had been put out too early and could wither in the frost. One reader was most surprised that Frank had to eat his supper in the Public Bar when my mother and I called at a Dining Room for dinner. Honestly, whatever next, soon one will be expected to rub shoulders with Frank in the chauffeur’s compartment. By the way, the family’s Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III Long Wheel base motor car with division (garnet in colour) has sadly been put up for sale. I quite understand that you may not have your own chauffeur but it is more than suitable for an owner-driver too. I know that many classic car buffs follow my column and do let me know if anyone is interested. We are fortunate that the New Year has been as busy as ever. You may in the Spring be looking to purchase another property or sell something – as you know, you have experience in abundance here and so give us a call. So many of you appreciate the importance of a Lasting Power of Attorney. It would make life so much easier for your family should mental capacity be lost. Do contact us to discuss matters. Howard Gibbons
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Hadleigh Evening WI
WI member the Queen was born in April 1926 three months after Naomi Partridge, a founder member of Hadleigh Evening WI, who came into the world in February. We celebrated her ninetieth birthday with a lunch at a local hotel. Naomi was presented with a rose bush called Naomi from fellow members. It promised scented pink blooms in summer. Carol Cranstone made and decorated a delicious birthday cake. Hadleigh Evening were delighted to welcome several visitors to their February meeting. The Speaker was Jason Rickards, commercial director of a waste management company. His talk on recycling was illustrated with a power point presentation. The target of their process is zero waste to landfill, by waste management solutions that are environmentally sound and comply with all legal requirements. Members were very interested in the subject and asked several probing questions which Jason was pleased to answer. They were pleased to take up his offer of a visit to a waste management plant, where recycling includes food waste. Hadleigh Evening WI Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month in the Seminar suite above the library starting 7.30 pm. The program for 2016:15th March Making Bunting Helen Allen 19th April Resolutions discussion led by WI Adviser 17th May AGM Blue Tits in the Attic Ann Louise Hall 21st June From Pigs to Packaging Richard Wright 19th July Crime Scene Investigation Dave Smith August No meeting 20th September at Elmsett. Edinburgh Wool Mill fashion show 18th October First Aid update and Harvest supper. 15th November Hair Sophie Rickards 20th December Changing Hadleigh Jan Byrne 17th January 2017 Cookery Demonstration Jane Sago We hope there is something of interest for all members, welcome visitors and potential new members. For Further details please contact Philippa Carruthers Tel 01473 823057 email phil.carruthers40@hotmail.co.uk
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Snowdrops, daffodils, and violets have been flowering early this year and things seem a bit out of sequence due to the unusually mild weather. Birds must feel very confused and the experts tell us it is our fault due to global warming. We each do our “bit” to ease the situation with recycling, and trying not to be wasteful. As part of the global nation we have enjoyed the products that are manufactured causing pollution to our atmosphere, land and oceans. We need to be mindful of its frailty, respect and nurture what Nature has given us. Humans need that nurturing whether it be physical or emotional. As a Healing Society our healers are there to help those who need that time or space to talk to someone, in confidence, all it takes is a phone call. Telephone 823282 (answer machine) or log onto www.hadleighhealingsociety.org for an appointment. We are having another Clairvoyant Day on Saturday, 16th April 10am – 4pm. There will be three mediums who can give a 20 minute private reading for £12. If you would like an appointment please book early because from previous Clairvoyant Days the appointments get taken quickly. Ring early so as not to be disappointed!
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Hadleigh Sea Scout Group
Scouting started in Hadleigh back in 1921, 14 years after the very first camp on Brownsea Island with just 20 boys. ‘The open air is the real objective of scouting.’ Baden-Powell once said, ‘and its success.’ Scouting for boys was born. Scouting is now in its second century. The ethos of scouting and the young people who follow its course have a big part to play in today’s modern and troubled world. We now have Beavers (6-8), Cub Scouts (8-101/2), Scouts (101/2 -14) and now Explorer Scouts (14-18) all looking for fun and adventure. Scouting has been open to girls since 2005. In Hadleigh, Scouting has developed since those early days. Originally there were two groups the 1st and then the 2nd (St Marys) setup by the very reverend John Betton. In 2004 the two groups amalgamated to form the Hadleigh Sea Scout Group. We opened our fantastic New Headquarters back in September of 1995 and this is now sited on over an acre of ground. Besides all the traditional Scouting activities we are now able to offer Sailing, Kayak and Canoeing, Archery, Climbing and Air rifle target shooting. All of course with fully qualified Instructors. We are a forward looking Group and are always looking for new enthusiastic like-minded people to get involved and join in the fun. You may already have skills that you can pass on or you may wish to learn new skills! If you are that type of person please contact me. The latest program template from the home of scouting, Gillwell, is asking for 50% of the activities be outside, hands on which leads us to our new projects. We have two major projects currently for which we are currently fund-raising: 1. Provide suitable access/storage facility and boat house for our water activities at what we call the Triangle at Topesfield Bridge. This is being supported by Brett Valley Lodge, Rotary Club and Buildbase of Hadleigh. 2. Develop the newly acquired Donkey Field as part of our Scout HQ facilities for Scouting purposes. Backwoods cooking, Archery, Camping practice etc. These two projects along with the continued use of the Deanery Gardens will allow more outdoor activities which are now part of the new Scout Association programs. Barry Dallas, Group Scout Leader - barrydallas@talktalk.net
ʻLiving With Lossʼ
We all experience ‘Loss’ at different times of our lives. Loss can be experienced through the death of a loved one or different circumstances such as loss through redundancy, poor health, financial, friends, pets, natural disasters, plus much more. ‘Living with Loss’ is a group which meets on the second Wednesday afternoon of each month, 2.30pm – 4pm . It is a place where everyone has the opportunity to say how they are feeling at this moment in their life. No-one has to say more than they want to, and, of course, each person’s situation is different. However, we hope this will give people the opportunity to be both comforted and encouraged by what others have to say as well as by sharing their own experiences. The next date is March 9th in ‘The Guildroom’ at The Guildhall (entrance door across the churchyard from St Mary’s) continuing on April 13th, May 11th, June 8th and so on. We know it can be daunting to walk into something new where you might not know anyone, but if you think a group like this might help you, we would encourage you to try and see what you think – there is no obligation to keep coming but those who have come are finding this one session a month very valuable. We would love to welcome you to give it a try. One lady in particular has already been brave enough to try and found the group ‘much better than I expected, very welcoming and useful’. We are very friendly and talk over a cuppa and cake. If you would like to come but are anxious about the initial contact please give me a call and have a chat.. Contact or leave message for Pauline on 07909 796266 or just arrive on the 9th.
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There are, so the saying goes, only two things that are certain in life: death and taxes.
While it’s understandable that people are reluctant to talk about the former, not doing so means we can’t plan for the ultimate eventuality. And our innate reluctance to tackle the subject is leaving families significantly under-prepared for the impact – both financial and otherwise – of death. In one stark example featured in a report released by Aviva, more than one in four parents have an organ donor card – but only one in seven have a formal, written plan detailing who will take care of their children should anything happen to them. The report also revealed: • More than half of those questioned felt they should have a Will but hadn’t got round to arranging one
• 58% had not yet made a list of financial arrangements and providers to help their family sort out their affairs after their death
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• Some 62% of adults whose parents were still alive said they hadn’t had any conversations together about their wishes in the event of their death. We might not like the idea but the reality is that it is never too early to be thinking of making a Will. By doing so you are ensuring that your assets and estate go to the people you wish them to. Put simply, planning for the future is not complete without a Will. Once you recognise that making these plans are an unavoidable part of life planning, it becomes less of an emotional task and more of a practical exercise. One of our team of local solicitors can help you make a Will. For a fixed fee appointment with Sally Pryke in our Hadleigh office email sally.pryke@gotelee.co.uk or for more general enquiries email info-hadleigh@gotelee.co.uk or call 01473 822102.
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The Hadleigh Loyalty Scheme is now up and running again through our shop and the first ticket for ÂŁ50 was picked on Tuesday, 16th February won by Mr. Peter Morsman who lives in Hadleigh. A second prize of a bottle of wine was kindly donated by Adnams Wine shop, this will continue every month and was won by Mr L. Oldham. Please let the Thrift Shop know if any other participating businesses would like to do the same thing with a voucher now and again to spend in their shops. Holiday vouchers from The Travel Shop will be on offer at the March draw. Herewith a list of all the shops currently in the scheme:- Adnams, Angel Delights, Keith Avis, The Co-op, Dunstons Optician, Fergusons Deli, The George, Mobility Centre, The Idler, Boots Chemists (both of them), Ipswich Building Society, Jolly Meat Company, Partridges, Threadneedle, Thrift Shop, Labels to Love, The Travel Shop, Hadleigh Tyres. Hopefully more will be joining this list. call into If anyone needs the stamp re-inking just Keith Avis Printers who will very kindly do it for you, new stamps also available through them. We thank all of you for re-joining.
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The Rotary Challenge
Hadleigh Rotary Club needs you - YES YOU! A team of 5 to 6 people prepared to take up the challenge of reviving Rotary in Hadleigh is required urgently. Without you the Club is in danger of closing at the end of June. You should be prepared to help run the Club (Training and full support will be given). You must be fit and keen to get fully involved in club and community activities. Age is no barrier so, if you think that you are able meet the challenge please get in touch as soon as possible - contact details at end of article. At the moment the club is a very traditional business person's club but you will have the opportunity to change it to suit the modern lifestyle. Rotary is now very flexible and there is a format for everyone. It is noted for its hospitality and fellowship and this is an opportunity to help communities locally and worldwide whilst increasing your circle of friends.
To help you decide here are a few facts about the history of Hadleigh Club: 1. It has existed for 38 years working for and in the community. 2. The popular Christmas collections with float and Santa have toured the streets for 36 years bringing joy to countless young children (and adults!!) 3. During this time the club has raised over £115000 of which 80% has helped numerous local charities, organisations and individuals.The remainder has gone to International charities and disaster appeals. 4. One of its largest single donations was £3000 towards a new community minibus. 5. It pioneered mock job interviews at Hadleigh High School. 6. It started a business plan essay competition at the High School known as the Rotary Burlton Cup and this continues today and is awarded for excellence in Business studies. 7. It provided funds for the town map board at the entrance to Magdalen Road Car park. 8. It helped to form Hadleigh Probus Club which is still very successful 9. Until a few years ago it ran a very popular cheese and wine party every autumn. 10. Until recently it ran a fund raising stall at the May Show. Many other activities have taken place over the years and there is no other organisation in the town with such wide ranging opportunities to help both the local and international communities.
SO - lets us have a look at Rotary International: 1. Rotary is a worldwide organisation with a presence in almost every country in the world and as a Rotarian you will be assured of a warm welcome wherever you are. 2. Rotary International has probably the largest charitable foundation in the world providing funds for programmes relating to education, agriculture, health, poverty, hunger and thirst throughout the third world. 3. Through the Foundation Rotary became the major partner of the World Health Organisation in the fight against polio. This started in the 1980’s and now there are only two countries left to clear of the wild polio virus. Virtually every club in the world has been involved in providing money and practical help in this fight. 4. Rotary does not just provide money though as there are many opportunities for practical service both at home and abroad such as helping with polio vaccination camps, helping to build schools and water purification units to name just a few. 5. There is a portfolio of youth projects covering education, business training, confidence building and foreign exchange visits amongst others. 6. Rotary also has established a number of peace scholarships at universities around the world in the hope of eventually building a better world. I hope that this has given you a better understanding of Rotary and you may think that the local club is worth saving.
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Well so far El Nino has not come over from New York as predicted earlier by the Long Range Weather Centre but Hurricane Hazel is currently blowing herself out on us instead. We have to thank David Blowers for helping with a delivery of coal to a needy client. However the great effort was from two District Councillors, Mark Newman and Kathryn Grandon who stepped in and saw that two desperate couples were rescued from a more serious possibility. Whilst we were not directly involved we were able to supply the much needed fuel. Lessons were learnt by all in this operation. We should again repeat that whilst we will support those who already qualify for aid from the major agencies it is not conditional on our part that this should always be the case. Anyone in need of assistance of any age, any standing or status, can ask for our help. We will do all that we can within our means and ability to do so. Your approach whether direct to us, through a relative or a friend, or any other person will be dealt by us with the utmost confidentiality. We would be pleased to hear from any person who would like to assist us in ensuring the winter safety of Haleigh citizens and their near neighbours. Finally, in an earlier edition we stated we had been told on registering our post box number that anyone who handed in post by hand to our post box number direct at the Church Street sorting office, this would not require a postage stamp. Having had a refusal, we were told this only applied for Xmas! As they say, there is no such thing as a free lunch!! Fred Breyer 01473 829127: Peter Gower 01473 827005. Postal address:Surviving Winter in Hadleigh, P.O.Box 115, Hadleigh IP7 9BX. Bank details: Trustee Savings Bank, 41 High Street, Hadleigh, Account No.18595168 Saving Winter in Hadleigh. Your support in any form would be much valued and appreciated,Thank you.
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Well, another month has flown past. The evenings are getting lighter now and hopefully the weather will start improving, so that children will soon be able to play out and visit the several recreational parks we have in Hadleigh. Please therefore be mindful of dropping any litter or bottles, and dog owners please be responsible and pick up any mess after your dog, and place in the many dog bins provided throughout the town. It is an offence to not clear up after your dog and it carries a hefty fine. You may remember that in last month’s HCN edition, I mentioned that I would be holding a BIKE MARKING EVENT during the half term. Myself and PC Sam Gilkes set up the police van at the skate park in Pykenham Park and the Leisure Centre Car Park in Stonehouse Road. Both sessions were supported and several bikes were marked. On my return to the station, all the names were put in a hat and the winner was drawn by Babergh East SNT Sgt 1417 Gary Milbourne. The winner received a set of bike lights, and I presented them to Joshua Haden-Scott a young lad who brought two bikes to be marked in the afternoon. Congratulations to him. Once again we are seeing an increase in the town of illegally parked vehicles both in the High Street and many of the smaller roads leading off it. May I remind you all again that DOUBLE YELLOW LINES mean NO PARKING AT ANY TIME and SINGLE YELLOW LINES mean NO PARKING BETWEEN 0800-1800 MONDAY TO SATURDAY. Ignoring these restrictions will incur Parking Tickets and a £30 fine. On a slightly more serious note, parking on the zig-zag lines in the High Street, either side of the pedestrian crossing, carry 3 points on your licence as well as a fine (£100). Depending on how many points you have on your licence, these could result in the loss of your licence. The zigzags are a safety measure and should be respected, and not just a convenient place to park whilst you get your take-away for the night. As I write this article on a very late Saturday night shift, I would just like to mention a good deed by a local resident who found a dog wandering along the road in and out of cars. On this occasion I can sing the virtues of a social media site which enabled myself, and the finder of the dog, to reunite her with her owner. This incident brings me to remind all dog owners that their beloved pet needs to be micro-chipped by law. From 6th April 2016 all dogs over the age of 8 weeks need to be micro-chipped. This will greatly assist in reuniting lost dogs with their owners. In the coming month we have Easter to look forward to and before we know it, summer will be here, the school holidays will be upon us and we can all enjoy the lovely weather. On that note, until next month, please remember if you need to contact Police, ring 101 (non-emergency) and 999 (emergency). Local Safer Neighbourhood Team email : babergheast.snt@suffolk.pnn.police.uk PCSO 3173 Julia Bignell
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February’s walk around Sudbury attracted 13 hardy souls despite a rather murky day. I’m sure we’re all looking forward to more spring like weather when we can put away wet weather gear for a bit. Our March walk on Saturday 12th will start and end in Hadleigh. We will leave St Mary’s School on Stonehouse road at 0930 and take in the Railway Walk, Binny’s wood, White Ladies, Ramsey Wood, Cobbold Farm, Durrants Farm and enter Hadleigh along George Street. Although the walk is 10 miles long, the going is very flat and pleasant. Everyone is welcome, including well behaved dogs. Strong shoes or preferably walking boots should be worn as, being winter, the ground can be wet, muddy and rough in places. We have now established the group’s web site and it will be further developed over the coming months. At present we have included further details of current and future walks, updates on our activities and also information on any footpath problems that we are aware of. Take a look at www.hadleighwalkers.com and any comments are welcome. Route maps can be requested from the web site. We are aware that some walkers may not wish to complete the entire walk and therefore the maps could be useful if arranging a mid route pick up. For further information about these walks go to www.hadleighwalkers.com, email us at hadleighwalkers@gmail.com or contact Mike Keeling on 01473 823328 or 0785 895 5678.
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Hadleigh Pool & Leisure has once again joined in to take on the Swimathon challenge and encourage swimmers in Hadleigh and the surrounding areas to take on a Swimathon challenge as a team or as an individual to raise funds for Sport Relief. Hadleigh Pool & Leisure will be running two dedicated Swimathon sessions on the Saturday 19th March at 12.00pm and 4.00pm. From Friday 18th March – Sunday 20th March, Swimathon will take place in over 600 pools across the UK. Swimathon returns in 2016 with official charity partner Sport Relief as part of the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Games. After a year away, Sport Relief is returning as charity partner with the aim to reach even higher fundraising numbers than in the past. Swimathon 2014 raised over £2.6 million for Sport Relief. Swimathon is the world’s biggest fundraising swimming event with thousands of people jumping into pools around the UK. You can choose from 1.5k, 2.5k or 5k individual distances. For those who prefer a team challenge, you could also form a relay squad to tackle the 1.5k and 5k distances with your waterloving friends and lap up the glory. Kelly Blackburn, Operation’s Manager at Hadleigh Pool & Leisure added: “The Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Swimathon is a fantastic way to bring our community together, while providing ample opportunity to get fit and healthy in the pool. Hadleigh residents can take the plunge themselves, along with family and friends to complete a swimming challenge of their choice, be it 1.5k or 5k, all while raising funds for those in need.” Swimathon President and Olympic gold-medallist Duncan Goodhew said, “I love Swimathon because it gives people a goal to train for, an extra reason to get in the pool and above all else it helps to raise money for a truly fantastic
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FUN Update - Spring 2016
We have had a great start to sessions at FUN so far this year. The Art Space continues to provide a stimulating and supportive environment for individuals to develop and grow in creativity. Artists have been exploring paper mache techniques, creating unique and colourful word art. Valentines Day inspired many attending to use heart and other images and words representing love, resulting in some fantastic mixed media collages. The Art Space runs at Ananda House on Mondays from 1.15-3.15pm and is designed to enable individuals to access a safe, creative and supportive environment. Stars Alight Theatre Company continues to grow and we have welcomed several new performers into the group this year. Members of the company are working hard in rehearsals for their up and coming performance, “The Lonely Wolf.” The performance will take place on Wednesday 23rd March at 2pm at Ananda House. Stars Alight Theatre Company runs at Ananda House on Wednesdays from 10.30-12.30pm and supports individuals to explore drama and performance art in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. The Community Craft Group has welcomed several new members this year. Individuals have explored various crafting techniques including marbling to create some beautiful mobiles. The Community Craft Club runs at Ananda House on Thursdays from 1.3012.30pm and welcomes anyone who is interested in exploring different craft techniques in a friendly, relaxed and supportive environment. The Music Zone has provided lots of entertainment and enjoyment for participants so far this year. Led by professional musician and singer songwriter Jackie Ord, this session was new to our programme in January after FUN responded to requests from individuals who wanted to access a music environment. The sessions and has been a great success, attracting new members and providing an opportunity to celebrate some of the benefits that music and singing can offer. The Music Zone run at Ananda House on Fridays from 1.30-3.30pm and is open to anyone who enjoys sharing music and singing in a fun and welcoming evironment. FUN is a local charity operated by local parents in Hadleigh supporting people with learning and/or physical disabilities. We are supported in our work by a team of dedicated and willing volunteers who are happy to share some of their time and talents in the sessions that we run. Becoming a volunteer is both rewarding and fun and any time given to the project is appreciated and valued. If you are interested in joining our team or want to find out more, please contact 01473 822699. We are looking forward to the Spring and developing new ventures that are currently being explored which will provide even more choice and opportunities for individuals to more participant in the community in a range of different ways. If you are interested in any of the sessions that are currently on offer or generally in the service we provide or the work that we do, please contact our Community Activities Co-ordinator, Rachel Bennett on 01473 822699 for a chat or to arrange a free taster session.
Churches in Hadleigh - Praying for Hadleigh
The people of the churches in Hadleigh are committed to praying for our town. Over the course of each year we plan to pray for every street in Hadleigh. During March we will be praying for the following streets: Week commencing Sunday 6th March - Yeoman Way, Rousies Close and Schoorl Close Week commencing Sunday 13th March - Matilda Groome Road Week commencing Sunday 20th - Mary Clarke Close Week commencing Sunday 27th - Alice Parkins Close and Ann Strutt Close If you know people who live in these streets, we would be -very pleased if you also would pray for them. If you live on one of the streets being covered during a particular week and would welcome prayer, please get in touch. Hadleigh Baptist Church Greg Frost 823804 pastorgregfrost@hadleighbaptist.org.uk or pastorchristodd@hadleighbaptist.org.uk Hadleigh URC Wendy Atkins 822535 wendy@paddocks9.plus.com St Joseph’s RC Church Anita Rosbrook 810057 a.rosbrook@btinternet.com St Mary’s CoE Joyce Willis 823165 willisjm@lineone.net Salvation Army Liz & John Tubby 464184 hadleighsuffolk@salvationarmy.org.uk
HADLEIGH NATURALISTS SOCIETY
Winter Programme Monday 7th March, 7.30 pm, visitors £2.50 at The Dining Room, Town Hall, Hadleigh
The Making Of Abberton Reservoir - Jo Wray
The Jolly Meat Company are offering new Childrenʼs Cooking Packs for the Easter Holidays
Following the success of the Children’s Cooking Packs launched during the February Half Term, you will be pleased to hear the Jolly Meat Company will be offering three new cooking packs for the Easter Holidays. You can choose from Shepherd’s Pie, Pork Goulash or Italian Meatballs. The packs are available for £7.50 each or you can buy all 3 for just £20.00. As well as all the ingredients, you will also receive easy to follow cooking instructions, to ensure the whole family can get involved. The cooking packs are available to pre order and will be ready to collect between Tue 29th March – Friday 8th April. For more information you can contact the Jolly Meat Company on 01473 810119 or visit the shop, 101 High Street, Hadleigh.
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JAMES CARTLIDGE MP Serving the people of South Suffolk
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James Cartlidge writes Member of Parliament for South Suffolk
Backing better mobile coverage in South Suffolk
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Mother’s Day Set Menu Sunday 6th March - 3 Course Special only £16.99 Having knocked on so many of South Suffolk’s front doors during the election, one of the issues that was consistently raised was poor mobile phone signal. Yes, better broadband is a big part of improving local connectivity, and I remain committed to that. However, there is one distinct reason to focus in particular on mobile coverage: for some it can be a matter of life or death. I recently launched a constituency-wide petition for better mobile coverage in South Suffolk. One of the first to sign was a lady who explained to me how she had been unable to call an ambulance when her husband had a fall, due to the lack of any signal. If you have a little bit of coverage, you can usually dial 999; in a ‘not spot’ where you are away from your landline, you cannot call anybody. I have had pleas from first responders in a number of parishes to push for better signal, given the implications for emergency calls. I have even had grave diggers complaining to me of their fears of being busy in the churchyard only to find themselves unable to ring for help if they are injured. What can my petition achieve? It is part of a campaign I am running in conjunction with other MPs to pressure the Government to announce a new round of funding for the Mobile Infrastructure Project (MIP). The last round had mixed results with much of the money returned to the Treasury because of local problems with specific sites. I would emphasise that even if we are successful in obtaining new funding, it goes without saying that new masts would have to be appropriately sited. The standard planning process would apply. Signing this petition is to support the principle of better signal, subject to planning. To sign the petition, visit jamescartlidge.com or contact your Parish, Town or District Councillors who have copies. The deadline for submissions is 4th March as I will present the petition to Government early in March in advance of the Budget. I am grateful if you are able to support me.
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Celebrating Leaders in English Tourism: Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa is a finalist in Visit EnglandĘźs Awards for Excellence
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VisitEngland, the national tourist board has announced the finalists for the Awards for Excellence 2016 with the family owned Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa and Country Lodges named as a finalist. The winners of this prestigious accolade will be announced at the Award ceremony on Tuesday 8 March at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool, during English Tourism Week. Working collaboratively with industry, One of five luxurious self-catered VisitEngland’s Awards for Excellence Stoke by Nayland Country Lodges inspire and motivate businesses to become outstanding leaders in the industry. Announced as a finalist today, Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa represents one of the top five in the Best Business Tourism Venue category in England. All finalists will receive either a Gold, Silver, Bronze or Highly Commended Award and the venues must wait until the Awards ceremony to discover which award they will receive. “Awards for Excellence finalists exemplify outstanding tourism talent and distinguished businesses throughout England,� said Sally Balcombe, CEO of VisitBritain and VisitEngland. “We received over 400 truly impressive applications this year and there’s absolutely no doubt those shortlisted are a representatives of the best in the industry who place delivering an unforgettable experience to visitors in England at the heart of their business operations. I’d like to congratulate all finalists and wish them the very best of luck on Awards night at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool.� Speaking on behalf of Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa, family director Tamara Unwin said, “We are absolutely delighted to have been selected as a national finalist in these prestigious awards, having won the county award last year. This reflects not only on our range and quality of facilities but also recognises the excellent care and attention to detail shown by our managers and their teams, and it is rewarding for all of us to see that we are competitive on a national stage with top class venues.� To find out more visit www.visitenglandwards.org or contact Tamara Unwin on 07765 401328
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Beaumont School
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With the half term break fast approaching, now is a good time to reflect on what has been a very productive, busy and successful half term at Beaumont School. As well as the great work that goes on in the classrooms, we are very fortunate to be able to offer our pupils a range of activities outside the classrooms to support their development and enhance the curriculum. Church visit: Our older children took part in an excellent workshop organised by the INSPIRE group at St. Maryʼs Church. As part of their seasonal series of workshops for the local children, the focus of the visit was the festival of Epiphany. The workshop explored the meaning and symbolism surrounding Epiphany and its relevance to us in today’s society. The children thoroughly enjoyed the activities laid on and certainly came away with a deeper understanding of the subject. Many thanks to the staff and volunteers at the church. Maths workshop Many thanks to the staff at Kersey Primary School, who organised an afternoon of Maths, for our more able mathematicians to attend. There was a slight competitive aspect to this fun afternoon as teams from each school battled to solve a range of mathematical puzzles and problems. The children who attend all commented how fun and engaging the event was. The Ideas Centre A while ago the school was approached by Dr. David Hall, Chief Executive of a local company - The Ideas Centre Group. Dr Hall requested the help of our children to come up with creative solutions to solve a range of problems for local companies and businesses. Scientific research has found that as we get older our creativity reduces. Children have a brilliant ability to ‘think outside the box’, and come up with solutions to problems that us, less creative adults, would never think of! Dr Hall came to visit two classes and asked the children to generate creative solutions to problems faced by his clients. Thankfully, he wasn’t disappointed by their ideas, which were indeed very creative. Dr Hall has now fed back these ideas to his clients who are using them to help with their problems. The children were very interested and excited to hear how their creativity could be so useful in the real world! New School Website We are happy to announce that we have recently launched a new school website. The new website can be found at www.beaumontcp.co.uk. The new website is much easier to navigate and is full of information about the school. Log-in and take a look around! Dance Workshop Dance is a really popular activity at Beaumont school, with two after school dance clubs running currently. So it was really difficult to choose 3 of our dancers to send to a ballet dance workshop kindly arranged by Whatfield Primary School and run by Dance East. The children who attended were given expert tuition by a professional dance artist and explored the story from the ‘Tortoise and the Hare’. The children were encouraged to try out some of the ballet movements for themselves. Sporting Achievements Lastly, on a sporting front we have had teams compete at both a local basketball tournament and swimming gala. As always the children did exceptionally well and represented the school admirably in both competitions. Pictured is our basketball team, who should be proud, as their skills certainly improved as the tournament went on, winning their last match by a considerable margin! Although we didn’t figure in the winning teams the children performed really well. Their superb behaviour and sporting attitude was commented on by staff members and spectators alike.
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Magdalen House Day Centre
Coffee Morning on Thursday 17th March from 10.30 am to 12 noon There will be Orange & Lemon Stall, Cakes, Books, Bric-a-Brac Please come along and support our customers
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St Mary’s C of E Primary School We invite you to visit our friendly, welcoming school to see how we develop children into successful learners and caring members of the community. Please contact the office to find out more about our school or arrange a visit. St Mary’s Church of England Primary School is a vibrant, Christian school, in which all children achieve well and are inspired to a lifelong love of learning!
Ofsted November 2015 This is a GOOD school! “…strong culture of good teaching, learning and behaviour across the school.”
“Pupils are keen to come to school and have good attitudes to learning.”
“The school’s caring atmosphere promotes all aspects of pupils’ welfare effectively.” “Personal values are emphasised strongly at every opportunity and embedded in the school’s work.”
“Children enjoy learning and enthusiastically engage in their activities…”
St Mary’s C of E Primary School Stonehouse Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 5BH Telephone: 01473 823268 | Email: admin@stmaryshad.co.uk
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St. Mary’s Church, Hadleigh Saturday 19th March 7.30pm HANDEL:
Overture to the Occasional Oratorio • Dettingen Anthem Chandos Anthem No 11 ‘Let God Arise’ Zadok the Priest • Dettingen Te Deum VIVALDI:
Concerto for 2 trumpets in C major
Colchester Symphony Orchestra Conductor Christopher Phelps
Professional Soloists - 3 Natural Trumpets John Cooper : Organ Tickets £14, £12 Concessions, £2 Under 16 from The Idler Bookshop, Hadleigh or on the door
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News from St Maryʼs Primary School
Each half term, the children talk about one of the school’s values. The chosen value is the focus for Worship, assemblies and lots of conversations with the children. Recently, we have been thinking about the value of ‘compassion’. The children have been encouraged to show compassion and care for others and to think about how they can make a difference. We are very proud of the way their actions have demonstrated compassion. Thanks to the fundraising efforts of the children, we have raised more than £250 for toilettwinning.org – enough to pay for a whole toilet block – and we have now received a photo of the toilet block we have sponsored! The toilet block we have paid for is in Chad. It is great to think that our children have used their initiative to help others. Another fundraising effort initiated by one of our Year 6 pupils has raised over £300 for the British Heart Foundation. Children wore red clothes and at the end of the day there was a cake sale. Thanks to everybody who helped out or bought cakes! We have introduced new RE units of work across the whole school. The adults and children are really enjoying the new RE curriculum, which includes lots of interesting activities and covers a range of faiths. The children in Rowan Class have used iPads to create iMovies based on the story of Pentacost. They used stop-motion film-making techniques to tell the story. When finished, the movies will be presented to the children in Reception and Year 1. Thank you to all the visitors who have read stories and talked to the children in Worship this month. One of our visitors, Brian Hempstead, talked to the children about the story of Dorcas and how she helped others by making clothes. It was lovely to see some of our former pupils returning to present an assembly about Hadleigh High School. This was a good opportunity for our children to ask questions about the transition to the High School and the exciting opportunities on offer there. The children have been enjoying lots of fun, interesting work this month. For example, the children in Elm Class have been finding out about the Chinese New Year and sharing their learning in different subjects. They have been painting lanterns, fireworks and dragons as well as producing thumb-print paintings of monkeys to celebrate the Year of the Monkey. They have been writing about the New Year in English lessons and, in PE, they have been creating dragon dances. In Reception, the children have enjoyed taking part in a big birthday party. The adults wrote them invitations and the children wrote back. Everyone enjoyed playing party games and making jelly. The highlight was a conga around the whole school! We are really lucky to have so many volunteers who come into school regularly to support the children’s learning. Lots of parents and grandparents help out as well as other members of the community. As a small gesture of thanks, we held a tea party for our volunteers. There was a lovely atmosphere and one of our volunteers noted that there is always a warm welcome at St Mary’s and said how much he felt at home. On 1st February, St Mary’s converted to academy status, linked to the St Edmundsbury and Ipswich Diocesan Multi Academy Trust. We chose to join the Trust to build on our existing links with the Diocese and to develop a strong network of schools that will work closely in partnership, sharing expertise and support. On the first day, we were lucky to welcome Mr Mann, one of our former Headteachers, into assembly. He talked about the school’s past and how things had changed. However, he also emphasised how much will stay the same now that the school is an academy. The children’s day-to-day experiences will be much the same and the school’s values and ethos remain at the heart of all we do as we look forward to our future as an academy.
No Frills Fondue
I have recently started paid employment in a well-known charity shop at the far end of the High Street, (other charity shops are available!) and a customer came in recently asking if we had a fondue set. It took me back to days gone by when friends and colleagues would gather round, long by Sarah Thompson stemmed forks at the ready, eager to dive into home-made fondue. This recipe comes from Emma Freud who, together with film-maker Richard Curtis, must have felt Suffolkated living in Walberswick (bless!) and has traded it in for time out in New York. Well good on them, say I, though personally speaking, Hadleigh is my forever home. The recipe calls for Kirsch, which I located in Waitrose (other supermarkets are available!) and, although it is optional, it gives the fondue a subtle kick in terms of flavour. Left over fondue can be kept for several days and simply reheated as and when required. Yum! Serves at least two… Ingredients 60 ml/2fl oz white wine, 225g/7 oz grated Gruyère cheese 225g/7 oz grated Cheddar cheese, 25ml/1fl oz Kirsch (optional) ½ heaped tsp. cornflour, Bread of choice to dunk! Method Heat the wine in a large pan or saucepan. Add the grated cheese a handful at a time. Stir the mixture continuously with a wooden spoon. When all the cheese has melted, add the kirsch and cornflour. If not using kirsch, add a little more wine. Continue stirring to create a wonderfully smooth mixture. Cut bread into small chunks, meat dipped in fondue is also tasty.
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New service in Sudbury offers gentle earwax removal
Every year in the UK, approximately 2.3m people experience problems with earwax and need to have it removed. With more and more GP Surgeries now not offering wax removal services or having long delays to get an appointment, one local hearing care company spotted an opportunity to help people in Sudbury. The Hearing Care Centre, based locally at Sudbury Community Health Centre, is now offering microsuction, a safe, gentle and non-invasive technique to remove earwax. It is performed with the aid of an operating microscope and a finely calibrated suction device, without the introduction of any materials or liquids. Microsuction clinics will be offered in Sudbury every 6 weeks with the next session due to take place on Thursday 24th March. Karen Finch, Managing Director of The Hearing Care Centre said “We are delighted to have added this new service to our portfolio. We offer a relaxed atmosphere, allowing sufficient time with all our patients to remove wax, in a safe and comfortable way.” “Whilst earwax has a number of positive functions, it can sometimes block the ear canal and lead to pain or temporary hearing loss.” The company also offers an ear syringing service at both of its centres in Sudbury and Hadleigh, on a fortnightly and weekly basis respectively. For more information call 01473 230330 or visit www.hearingcarecentre.co.uk/waxremoval
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Sudbury Area Cancer Support Group
Waterfield House Grays Close, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6AG
Events in Sudbury for people with Cancer and their Carers. Open to all people with cancer and their carers, not just SACSG members. Cancer Rehabilitation Exercise Programme for People with Cancer Sudbury Sports Centre, Tudor Road, Sudbury, CO10 1NP Tuesday evening 7.30 pm for 50 minutes. Cost £5.60 per session For further information and a chat please contact; Janine Potter Tel: 07949 098926 email: janinepott@yahoo.co.uk Health and Wellbeing Event for people with cancer and their carers The Stevenson Centre, Great Cornard, Sudbury, CO10 OWD Thursday March 3rd, 9.30 am – 3.30 pm. Lunch provided Boost your confidence by visiting the different workshops on offer • Emotional wellbeing • Diet & Nutrition • Exercise and talk to other supporting charities in our Market Place. For more information contact Lilla or Pete Tel: 01284 713023 email: macmillan.survivorship@wsh.nhs.uk The Macmillan Hope Programme The Friends Meeting House, Friars Street, Sudbury, CO10 2AA Starting Tuesday April 5th 2.00 – 4.30 pm The HOPE course can help you get more out of life, no matter what stage you’re at on the cancer journey. You’ll learn new ways to: • take control of your health and wellbeing • boost your self-esteem and body image • learn relaxation techniques. This free course is made up of small group sessions, each lasting 2.5 hours, over 6 weeks. Refreshments provided. For more information contact Lilla or Pete Tel: 01284 713023 email: macmillan.survivorship@wsh.nhs.uk
Do you think Diets donʼt work?
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A lot of people feel that diets don’t work but the simple fact is that diets DO work – it’s the people who don’t follow the rules properly that cause the problem. All too often people embark on a diet, lose the weight they want to then slip back into their old eating habits thinking they’re “fixed”!! The result is that their weight creeps up again until they’re back where they started (or worse!). The only way to stop this happening is to make sure you change your eating habits permanently! The saying is “if you do what you’ve always done you’ll get what you always got!!” This could be where Cambridge Weight Plan can help because it is an eating plan that enables you to lose your weight quickly (average weight loss is a stone a month*) but then goes on to teach you how to eat a well-balanced diet which keeps you satisfied so you can maintain your new healthy body longterm!! Cambridge Weight Plan holds an annual convention for Consultants and slimmers where awards are presented to different categories – Man/Woman/Couple of the Year, Star Loser, under 25’s, over 50’s, Family Spirit (recently awarded to a Bristol man who lost 11 stone even though he has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair), and the Lifestyle award which was presented to a lady from Birmingham who lost a staggering 19 stone 3 years ago and has maintained her size 10-12 ever since. These people are truly inspirational and prove that anything is possible if you want it enough! Research has proven that dieters are more successful with support. Accredited Cambridge Weight Plan Consultant Val Lord has over 7 years’ experience so, for individual help with your weight problem, contact her today on 01449 737113/07519 177645 or www.facebook.com/val.lord.cwp. For more information, go to www.cambridgeweightplan.com/valL You can get the body you want, and like thousands of others you could soon be saying ”I wish Iʼd found Cambridge sooner!” *the rate of weight loss may vary according to the individual.
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Springʼs the thing at The Boule-in!
They can’t guarantee the weather at their forthcoming Spring fair, “Fete du Printemps”, which opens Saturday 2nd (10am – 5pm) and runs daily throughout the week until Sunday 10th April, but there will certainly be ‘Spring in the air’ at this delightful event and an evident ‘spring in the step’ of both Peter and Cathy Bullen, proprietors of Bildeston’s French boutique-store The Boule-in. “We were away in France sourcing new stock when we heard the thrilling news that we had been voted 11th in ‘Homes & Antiques’ magazine Top 50 UK Antique and Collectable shops/Fairs by a panel of very renowned designers and antique experts!” says Cathy. “At first we couldn’t believe it as we are still a very small new enterprise in the huge world of Interiors and Antiques. However they seem to have caught onto the fact that we have tried to produce a welcoming and uniquely charming atmosphere for our customers to enjoy”. She is absolutely right and it’s certainly one reason why many of their loyal and rapidly expanding group of customers continue to flock to their fairs. However, she modestly doesn’t mention the fact that the voting panel describes The Boule-in as being “affordable and right on trend”! The magazine’s February article has produced such a rush to their Kennington, London store that Peter and Cathy have had to return to France for another impromptu buying trip. “For the Suffolk Fairs we have to source beautiful stock for the barn AND the garden” they point out. With uniquely original, affordable “right on trend” pieces to style your home and garden this Spring, it seems that the Fete du Printemps is a must in your April calendar – after all, if its good enough for the likes of Mark Hill, Nicky Haslam and Sophie Conran it must be good enough for the likes of us! Fete du Printemp Spring Fair : 2nd – 10th April (10am-5pm) www.boule-in.co.uk
Happy 60th Birthday Heather Sheldrake Wishing an amazing person a very special day, love from all the family x
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Hadleigh Steering Group Terms of Reference
We see Hadleigh as a town with history, hospitality and natural beauty, a community proud of its past and excited about its future. We are a community that cares and shares, understanding that co-operation and partnerships achieve results. Our role in the Community 1. We aim to make a practical contribution to the life of the town and its vision for the future; enabling residents, representatives of community groups, business and local government to work collaboratively. 2. As a forum for communication within Hadleigh, we involve regular representatives or their substitutes to share the wider views of their organisations at meetings and provide their organisations with feedback. Purpose and practices 3. Open meetings are held monthly with sub Groups to address specific issues or projects. The community are welcome to submit suitable topics for the agenda. 4. Meeting are normally held on the first Monday of the month (a list of dates is available) 4.15pm -6.00pm at Hadleigh Pool & Leisure. 5. Meetings will be structured to discuss Proposals - Decisions and Actions, that are recorded. These can be actioned by the community, where possible, or proposals presented to the council/s, as appropriate. 6. Meetings also provide the opportunity for updating on activities and sharing information. 7. Regular representatives will have table “name triangles”. Anyone attending the meetings should know who is round the table. 8. The next main Agenda item will be agreed before the end of the previous meeting. 9. There will be a brief report in the Community News, each month and on the website; providing the date, time and place, the next main agenda item and inviting the community to attend, by prior arrangement. 10. The scope of the Steering Group covers the town of Hadleigh but it will also have regard to issues and opportunities in the wider area that may have an impact on Hadleigh January 2016
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We all can identify with having that ‘significant woman’ in our lives. Someone who’s helped guide and support you when you needed it most. This maybe your mum, or a mum-like figure, or even a strong woman that keeps you in check and looks out for your best interests. At Weavers’ House Spa we want to look after you and help you celebrate the ‘strong woman’ in your life. So this March, whether a Mother’s Day treat or just a caring gesture, take a Mum & Me daycation with us with these two special offers. Swan In and Swan Out
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You can meet your Babergh District Councillors and discuss your concerns at their monthly walk-in surgery on Saturday 12th March from 11am until noon at the Lounge Room in the British Legion Club (opposite the side entrance of Partridges, in George Street).
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Hadleigh North Tina Campbell: 01473 822290 Dr Sian Dawson: 07931 703157 Hadleigh South Sue Burgoyne: 01473 823263 Kathryn Grandon: 01473 824489 Your District Councillors look forward to meeting you to discuss your concerns and interest in the well-being of our town. Appointments are not necessary.
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Well spring is about to spring upon us, so to speak, and we thought it was high time we share news and the latest goings on. The finishing touches have been put to the re-fit and we now have more client space. Whilst longer processes are developing we are able to accommodate more of the less time consuming procedures. Staff levels have also increased. I’m sure, very sure, that almost all of you know who Kiera is. You remember that that 15 year old Saturday girl/gofer, who got all the rubbish jobs, swept the floor, made the coffee……. Covered up for us when we double booked? Well she stuck to it. Kiera has studied hard, worked hard and is now a junior stylist. We are very proud of her, and we are very proud and grateful that we are able to keep her. Sadly not all apprenticeships result in a job at the salon you trained in but with our clients amazing continued support we have enough work to warrant a permanent position for Kiera. To help her get off the ground, Kiera’s price list is slightly less than the regular one. All services with our junior stylist are offered at 25% off until 31st December 2016. Kiera is a capable and pleasant young stylist so if you’d like to make an appointment or just walk in for a cut or blowdry please feel free. And finally. We’re into spring already, the year is one sixth done, time is charging on. So relax a little, enjoy your spring, chill out over the coming months doing the things you love – then come and tell us all about it. Wishing everybody the best of the best. Sharron, Julie, Laura, Kellee, Sarah and Kiera. And the furry staff Pickle, Widget and Pepper.
Whatfield Players – Pianist Wanted!
The Whatfield Players are planning a new production for the 28th and 29th October 2016 - ‘The Feel-good Show’. This will be a varied programme of songs, musical numbers and short sketches. They are very keen to find a pianist who would be able to act as accompanist for the musical numbers. If there is anyone out there who would be like to be involved in this capacity the Players would love to hear from them. For more information please contact Diane Armour, on 01473 822000
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Be The Best You Can Be! At the end of last month, we launched our Be The Best You Can Be programme that focuses on encouraging the children to achieve their dreams! As part of the launch day we were visited by Mike Mullen, a former BMX World Champion and inspiring speaker. Mike led two assemblies, reaching every child in the school, and explaining his passion for his BMX; where it came from, what mistakes he learned from and how he reached such a high level of performance. The children were enthralled, and two staff members even had the chance to perform a trick on Mike’s BMX! The morning culminated in a display of tricks on the playground where Mike jumped his bike over several staff members! As a result of his motivating visit, the children have had the opportunity to reflect on their own hopes and dreams, coming up with some wonderful ideas about the things they wish to achieve. In Year 6 the children were aspiring to be doctors, nurses, shop owners, inventors and even theoretical physicists! Year 5 children wanted to be footballers, zoo-keepers, teachers and singers! Children in Year 4 dreamed of becoming authors, paramedics and impressionists! Meanwhile, in Year 3, there were writers, palaeontologists, rock stars, designers and gymnasts! For KS1, in Year 2, children envisaged themselves as volcanologists, teachers, pet shop owners and rock stars! Year 1 had mermaids, astronauts, child minders, pilots and the Queen! In addition to all this, our children in Reception feel destined to be firefighters, princesses and flowers! What wonderful ambitions our children have! Swimming Victory! Eight selected children from Years 5 and 6 competed in the Hadleigh Schools swimming gala on Monday February 8th. Competing against twelve other schools, they championed through individual races as well as a relay and took first place! As a result, Hadleigh Community Primary are through to the July County Finals in Bury St Edmunds. Well done to everybody involved!
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Many describe golf as ‘a good walk ruined’, but in actual fact, golf is said to have greater health benefits than walking and as well as other more strenuous forms of exercise. Research* led by Professor Anders Ahlbom in Sweden shows that playing the game of golf can add an average of five years to your life. A study conducted on 500,000 golfers led Professor Ahlbom to conclude that many aspects of the game were beneficial to health. He says, ‘in a game of golf, you can walk for 4-5 hours walking at a pace of 6 to 7 kph which is good for the health’. As well as direct physiological benefits, golf positively impacts people on a social and psychological level. The interaction with other players on and off the course and social events held by golf clubs can contribute to a longer lifespan. In fact, the research found that the lowest death rates were found among golfers with the lowest handicaps. They are 47% less likely to die at any time than non-golfers of the same age. ‘Maintaining a low handicap involves playing a lot, so this supports the idea that it is the game itself that is good for the health,’ Prof Ahlbom goes on to say that other factors outside the golf course, such as the fact that people who enjoy sport also generally lead a healthier lifestyle, could play a part in the findings, published; however, he said that it was ‘likely’ that playing the game itself had a significant impact on health. *Research information obtained from Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports. To try your hand at the glorious game of golf why not drop by our Golf Open Weekend at Stoke by Nayland Golf & Leisure and enquire about our newest Golf Guest Experience package? With this package you can play as much golf as you can for 1 whole month for just £99pp. An absolute steal if you are looking to see if this is the sport for you. Call Mary on 01206 265841 or email mary.saward@stokegolfandleisure.com for more information about the Golf Guest Experience package or our Golf Open Weekend (Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th March).
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You'll never guess where I've been! Ollie (the Black) Cat says I’m getting too big for my boots since visiting Kelvin at Keith Avis Printers. Our lovely volunteer, Elaine, took me along when she called in to order a pop up banner which she will donate to SESAW. Kelvin was very helpful and just found time to pose for photos before putting the Community News magazine “to bed”. Back at SESAW Mum discovered a poor old black cat in a cardboard box on our drive. Sadly he died but a young ginger tom found in a field is doing well. An irresponsible human dumped four cockerels in our paddock, regardless of how they would survive the attentions of the local fox. Yet another heartless person lobbed a ten week old, worm infested kitten over a high garden wall and left it for dead. “Lobby” is now receiving lots of love and attention from one of our foster families and their dog. Maisie the Springer is progressing well after complicated leg surgery. Donations to help fund her treatment can be made at Swayne and Partners in Long Melford, at SESAW or via our JustGiving page entitled Amazing Maisie. Everyone at SESAW is delighted that Mum (known to you as Maggie) will receive a Babergh and Mid Suffolk Community Achievement Award next month. The dear lady says she is only "the tip of the iceberg" because all the volunteers make everything possible. Well she's always been our hero, now it's official! Barbara’s Bonanza Sale will be held in the Parish Room, Stratford St. Mary, 10am on 2nd April followed by our Spring Sale on 10th April, 103pm, the Old School Long Melford. Tables may still be available, call 01206 263269 to check. Thank you for the latest batch of Washbrook woolly wonders! Their blankets and coats are soooo warm and cosy, especially the hi-vis vest Betty made just for me. Another big thank you to all the kind people who donated cat litter for our feline inmates recently. Now I’ve started to “travel” more, as per my New Year resolution, I wonder which of my fellow Community News contributor I’ll visit next. There must be an interesting local business ready and willing to invite me, Kenny the Boss, Chihuahua. Suffolk and Essex Small Animal Welfare, Reg.Charity No:1124029, Open 10-1pm Thurs-Sun, Stoke Road, Leavenheath, CO6 4PP. Tel: 01787 210888. www.sesaw.co.uk email: info@sesaw.co.uk
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In the past, the library received a little funding for tourism, and provided displays and leaflets. In the last five years, welcoming has been the responsibility of all residents, and especially volunteers – including voluntary participation at the library. Information, provided by various organisations to promote Hadleigh and publicise events, is displayed at help-yourself points in the library and in St Mary’s Church. The point in the church is ‘manned’ whenever possible by volunteers, coming equally from the townsfolk at large and the church congregation. For 2016 the information points will continue in the library and in St Mary’s church. Why the Church? There are four main reasons for this choice: 1. It is the building in the town that most visitors are likely to find with ease, and many tourists actively plan to visit the church. 2. It is open from at least 9am - 5pm daily in the summer (4pm in winter). 3. The church is a community building - and a venue for concerts, lectures. Exhibitions, election hustings, and pantomimes, besides regular events such as the Porch Project. 4. It is free. (The volunteer group has no funding at all.) To make Hadleigh more welcoming, more volunteers are needed. No expertise is needed, just a liking for people and some common sense to guide visitors to appropriate literature. There are no hidden responsibilities – volunteers are not coffee makers (the High Street has ample provision); volunteers do not make bookings for concerts, or for B & Bs etc – visitors have mobile phones of their own for this! Any time you could offer would be welcome – but ideally you might commit to a minimum of 2 hours a month. Young children are welcome in church can and come along; there is a play corner with books and toys available. Friends can come together to make it a more enjoyable social activity. To join in, please contact Elaine Root in her office on 01473 823884 or at staff@hadleightowncouncil.co.uk and leave your contact details, including a home ‘phone number and/or an email address. You will then be contacted with further information. There will be a meeting for all volunteers before the main tourist season starts in May. If you have previously volunteered during 2014 and 2015, you will receive a letter during March, so there is no need for you to call. Thank you in anticipation for your help.
The Royal British Legion invite you to take part in this national moment of reflection to mark the 100th Anniversary who led the way to the Church Porch and through it and up the nave. At the of the date Great Britaingraveside entered the the‘Last Post’ was sounded. Among the mourners were Mrs Amelia Military Funeral in Hadleigh In this article we remember:First World War. Eighteen (mother), and Privates James and Alfred Eighteen (brothers). Two
Frederick Charles Eighteen – 10th March 1916 Branch of the Royal other soldier Lieutenant Eighteen and Private Harry Eighteen British Legionbrothers, will be holding a ‘LightsWilliam Out’ event to mark the Centenary. The Hadleigh will be provided or you can your own (Special centenaryThe candles are available from Candles Frederick Thomas Clarke – 19th March 1916 arebring on active service overseas. funeral attracted a M&S, good deal of attention, with profits going to support serving members of the Armed Forces, veterans of all ages and their families). Hadleigh men serving with the 2nd Suffolks and tokens of respect and sympathy were shown by residents in the streets We aim to light 112 candles to represent the 112 names on the memorial. Please come and pay your saw action in March 1916 at the ‘Bluff’, an through which thethis procession passed.” their lives during conflict. respects to all those who sacrificed artificial hill 3 miles south east of Ypres. This (Researched by Mark Brennan, Nigel Crisp, Jeff Ward. email : hadleighww1@gmail.com facebook : Hadleigh Great War Centenary Project piece of high ground, created by the spoil http://www.hadleighww1.com) Post : Hadleigh RBL, George Street, Hadleigh, IP7 2BB taken during the construction of the Ypres– Comines Canal, offered a vantage point over the Ypres Salient. The ‘Bluffs’ position made it an important military objective for both sides and its possession changed hands a number of times during the Great War. Early in 1916 the Germans had detonated a mine under the hill, leaving a large crater and captured the Bluff. On 2 March 1916 the 2nd Suffolks were involved in action to recover this lost ground, Lance Corporal Ernest Harry Chisnall from Hadleigh was (as reported in the Suffolk and Essex Free Press of the day) there. Originally from Benton Street and a Wed 1 Mar Letters received from the 1st Suffolk Yeomanry and 5th Battalion regular soldier since April 1911, he takes up Suffolk Regiment in Egypt continue to have a genuine ring of cheerfulness the story: “I have no doubt you saw in the and contentment. Major Laurence, the Adjutant of the 5th Suffolks has written papers of the little scrap we had. It was in home asking for 600 pairs of tinted spectacles for protection from the sun and the recapture of those trenches on the sandstorms, also acid drops and mosquito nets. Already 140 pairs of glasses Comines Canal. It was not a very big affair, have been sent and paid for out of the balance in hand from the Christmas as there were only three battalions in the Pudding Fund. front line. The part which my half company had to take is what is known as the bluff and it was bluff for us too”. By 7 am Wed 8 Mar With the object of forming an Ammunition Column at Hadleigh, the lost trenches had been recaptured. “Where there had been trenches was drafts of men belonging to the Royal Field Artillery, Westminster Dragons, nothing but a pile of sand bags and stakes where our heavy artillery had been City of London Yeomanry, Sharpshooters and Rough Riders have arrived here, at work. Nothing could ever live under such a bombardment as that place and other contingents are expected. had. We went on until we occupied a large crater and it was there we found a few Germans in two saps with two machine guns. They were quickly put Wed 8 Mar Officers and men of the 2nd Battery [London] Royal Garrison out of action with bombs and guns taken. It was just after getting into position Artillery, left Hadleigh for Dedham by detachment last week, and were gone that I got this souvenir”. The souvenir was a serious gunshot wound just off by Saturday. Like their comrades of the 1st Battery, they will be much missed his left shoulder, no bones were broken but Ernest Chisnall was returned to here where so many friendships were formed. England and taken to Graylingwell Hospital, Chichester. He was bed ridden Wed 15 Mar Bombardier Walter Prestidge 1st Battery London Royal Garrison for some while with the left side of his body in a large splint. In June he was Artillery reports on their safe arrival in France. “There is plenty of mud out posted to the 3rd Suffolk Reserve Battalion at Felixstowe where he reverted here, but we have got used to that by now. Kind regards to all Hadleigh to the rank of Private for ‘irregular conduct’. In August 1916 he returned to Friends.” action, this time on the Somme battlefield to the east of Albert, initially with his
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old battalion, but later with the 1st Bedfordshire regiment. Dysentery and diseases brought on by lack of sanitary conditions had severe body weakening effects and had been almost part of normal life for the 1/5th Suffolks whilst on the Gallipoli Peninsula. By March, some three months after being evacuated they were enjoying better conditions in Egypt and had started to put these horrible diseases behind them. For some however the effects lingered on. Sergeant Maurice Barnes of Angel Street was in hospital in Alexandria and Private Harold George Nice from Gallows Hill was brought back to England suffering from the effects of typhoid fever; but they both would survive. But the legacy of the Gallipoli continued to claim life. Although the exact circumstances are unknown, for Private Frederick Thomas Clarke of Bridge Street, one-time furniture warehouse man in Hadleigh, death came through disease while in an Egyptian hospital. He was buried in the Cairo War Memorial Cemetery. Private Frederick Charles Eighteen was brought up in Benton Street and before volunteering for the 5th Suffolk territorials, he worked on the ‘rope walk’ at the Brett Works in Pound Lane. He was one of five brothers serving in the Great War. He had landed at Suvla Bay, Gallipoli and he had survived the offensive of 12 August 1915 when sixteen of his Hadleigh ‘pals’ had fallen, only to be seriously wounded himself in the right leg two days later. He was evacuated to hospital in Malta and eventually back to England. In March 1916 he was in the Brand Lodge Red Cross Hospital in the village of Colwall, amid the Malvern Hills of Herefordshire and it was here he died, aged 19. Despite his physical injury his eventual cause of death was dysentery. His body was returned to Hadleigh for burial and on Wednesday 15 March 1916, Private 1815 Frederick Charles Eighteen was given a military funeral. The newspaper reported: “In the absence of a gun carriage, the coffin, covered with the Union Jack, was conveyed from the house at 56 Benton Street to the church and from thence to the cemetery. A detachment of the Royal Field Artillery billeted here attended the obsequies, and the funeral cortege was met at the entrance to the churchyard by the clergy and choir boys,
Wed 22 Mar Writing from Feltham in Middlesex, Trooper Frederick Charles Emeney [from the King’s Head] 2/1st Suffolk Yeomanry, says :- “Things have been moving here. Our horses are all gone and now we are busy cleaning up and unpacking bicycles, as we are now to push ourselves along the roads instead of riding a horse. The Colonel made a splendid speech and said that although he was as a cavalry officer, sorry to see the horses go, he could understand that it was for the best because there was, and could be, very little use for cavalry in this war. He also said that before long we may be moved to the East Coast or even to France now that we had lost our horses.”
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Saturday 19th March @ 11.15 Author Debby Holt will be talking about her latest novel, The Soulmate. The novel follows the experiences of 63 year old widower, Henry and his 35 year old daughter, Maddie, as they try to find new partners. Henry lives in Higgleigh, a town in Suffolk that bears an uncanny resemblance to Hadleigh. Debby has drawn on the experiences of her friends and adult offspring for her new book. She is convinced that resilience is a key component for success in the dating game. Debby Holt is sister-in-law to Annie and Mark David at The Cooking Experience and she writes with great gusto and commitment. Her novels are a fun read and reflect her own life and that of her family and friends. Debby is very sociable and has a wonderful sense of humour, and she writes from the heart. The Soulmate is Debby’s seventh novel. There's a chance to win a Mark David Cooking Experience worth £120 on the day. Tickets are £3 and all proceeds will go to the Friends of Hadleigh Library. Tickets available from the library or The Cooking Experience, 9 High Street, Hadleigh Wednesday 16th March @ 2pm & 7pm Vikings: Life and Legend from the British Museum (12a) This special British Museum cinema event offers an exclusive private view of the Vikings: Life and Legend exhibition about the Vikings at the museum in 30 years, brought to life by curator Gareth Williams and historians Michael Wood and Bettany Hughes, alongside experts on Viking ships and swords, burial and beliefs, language and legacy. With demonstrations, stunning close-up photography of the Viking objects in the exhibition and a torch-lit burial staged in the grounds of the museum, this exhibition is a reminder of how the Vikings have shaped modern lives. Tickets on sale £7.50 each, refreshments available. Friends of Hadleigh Library launched a writing competition in February and thereʼs still a few days to enter. Closing date is Sunday 6th March. Winners announcement and prize giving will be on Saturday 2nd April at 11.00am. Write up to 1000 words on any subject. For more details visit the library. Every Wednesday 10.30am - 12.30pm Top Time for the over 55s If you would like to meet new people and socialise over a cup of tea or coffee Top Time offers a great opportunity for you. This month the Top Timers have scheduled a discussion about their past work experiences, a talk by Barbara from the Thrift Shop, games, visit to Christchurch Mansion and ending with a book review and amusing poetry. Every Thursday 10.00am - 10.30am Bookstart Baby Bounce session A great introduction to the library for babies and toddlers up to the age of 18 months. Soothing songs and rhymes. Every Friday 10.00am - 10.30am Bookstart Tot Rock session Moving on from Baby Bounce to action songs and rhymes from 18 months to preschool. Every Sunday 10.30am - 2.30pm Family Craft Activities Spring is in the air. We have a month of spring craft activities including a flower window picture, pop up flower and 3D garden, plus we'll be celebrating Mother's Day with a flower picture frame and card. eLibrary service Suffolk Libraries has recently added Zinio digital magazines to our eLibrary service. Zinio allows you to download PDF files of magazines for an unlimited time. This service is available through a web browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari or Internet Explorer. A read-only app called Zinio for Libraries is also available. With over 30 magazines to choose from there's something for everyone. For more information visit suffolklibraries.co.uk/help/using-our-elibrary-service Itʼs 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 eBooks free? You can also borrow CDs, DVDs and computer games for a small charge. You can use the internet free in every library too or use the free wifi. Hadleigh Library, 29 High Street, Hadleigh IP7 5AG Tel: 01473 823778 Email: hadleigh.library@suffolklibraries.co.uk
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The Hadleigh Dementia Action Alliance has been working to become a dementia friendly community for over a year now. With over 17% of our adult population having become dementia friends we are now looking to focus on our high street. A recent study by Alzheimer's Society found that one in four people with dementia have given up shopping since being diagnosed, even though the majority feel this is the most common activity that enables them to feel part of their community. Many people with dementia tell us that shopping and visiting their local high street can be very stressful. By raising awareness and understanding to dementia in Hadleigh shops will enable people with dementia to feel more independent when they go out. Sometimes this can mean the difference between staying in the community, and being forced to move to a care home prematurely. We are now calling on other businesses to sign up to the National Dementia Declaration. South Suffolk Leisure is all signed up. Seventy seven members of our staff and trustees are now dementia friends and we aim to get all new staff trained within three months of joining the trust. The Dementia friend’s information session has improved the teams understanding towards dementia and staff feel more empowered to interact on a community level. Claire Turnbull, Business Development Manager for South Suffolk Leisure says; “by raising awareness and understanding towards dementia we aim to help people live well in our communities for longer. Leisure Centres are no longer just for the fit and healthy. We deliver a number of sessions each week that are attracting people with dementia, supporting them to stay fit and well is incredibly rewarding.” Tracey Loynds, Chair of the HDAA said; we now have fifteen business signed up to support the work of the Alliance and it is the Alliances aspiration that Hadleigh High Street will become dementia friendly from one end to the other in the next few years. The Alliance can offer support on how this can be done for your business. Paddy and Scott’s are hosting a dementia friends information session on Wednesday 16th March 2016 at 9:00am come and see what everyone is talking about. If you would like to get involved and become a dementia friendly business, you can contact Tracey at hadleighdementiafriends@ssleisure.co.uk or on 01473 823470.
The power of music in dementia
One of the big fears about dementia is losing the ability to recognise friends and family and the power of communication. It can be a frightening time moving into care and away from what is familiar, yet evidence shows that linking positive memories to music can help people feel safe and among friends, and gives care staff a route into conversations that link people to their memories which can overcome the isolation. If you know someone who has early dementia and would like to find out how you can help them to create a Music Mirror, I am holding two introductory sessions in the Leisure Centre during April. Please ring me or email to let me know so I can make sure I have enough materials. It is all free and sponsored by the Hadleigh Dementia Action Alliance. If you can’t make those dates, let me know and I’ll try and sort some other sessions. Dates: 7th April 7.30pm, 12th April 7.30pm For further information: www.musicmirrors.co.uk Contact: Phil Wells 01473 827878 or phil@the-wells.net
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Kersey Mill Newsletter It’s far worse than we thought! That’s a phrase that unfortunately has been said a lot just recently. A central main timber measuring 8.2m high x 11 x 11 that appeared to be sound to the eye from distance turns out to be rotten throughout the middle. In some areas paper thin. As more of the timber flooring and joists are being repaired we edge closer and into areas that have been inaccessible since the 1960’s. On reaching the central timber the decay is so sever the only solution is to replace it. Whilst working on the second floor immediately below the bolter we discovered drawings and numbers along with interesting writing which presumably were the marks left by the previous miller. These markings together with the recent repairs will be open to the public to view on April 24th There will also be a fabulous display of vintage vehicles. We will be opening from 10.30am to 4.30pm. We welcome you all and look forward to sharing our progress. Spring seems to have arrived early with daffodils and snowdrops in abundance, we think the mild weather may also have fooled the swans that have successfully raised their brood here for the past 3 years, It was wonderful to see them back initially with one of 2 of the youngsters in toe however just lately it would appear that the adults have sent the cygnets on their way.
177th Hadleigh Show Saturday 21st May 2016
Save the date for this year’s Hadleigh Show. Our 177th Show will once again be held at Holbecks Park on Saturday 21st May so come along and take part in a great family day out. Entry prices remain the same as last year and parking is free. Tickets will be available shortly either online at www.hadleighshow.co.uk or from local outlets. There are over 150 classes for showing horses, sheep, cattle and goats and opportunities for florists, gardeners and artists to exhibit in The Flower Show, The Horticultural Show and the Art Exhibition. If you are interested in entering you will find the schedules on the website or contact the Secretary on 07584 568055.
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Lucinda A Salway DO Registered Osteopath It's all due to the axial inclination of the Earth. Luckily for us our Planet has an inclination of 23.5 degree to its axis and not 0 degrees (or perpendicular), if the latter were true we would be in permanent Spring all year around but because of this tilt of the Planet we experience Seasons, and the northern hemisphere and southern hemisphere have opposite seasons. In June the southern hemisphere is in Winter because it is leaning away from the Sun while the northern hemisphere is in midsummer. The north pole is in continuous daylight while at the south pole is constant darkness is all day long. In December the Earth has moved half a rotation of its orbit and the Earth has tipped 23.5 degree in the opposite direction resulting in the northern hemisphere experiencing midwinter and southern hemisphere being in midsummer. A quick note on this is some people actually believe the Earth is closer to the Sun in June and further away from the Sun in December thus giving us the logical temperature fluctuations. Not true - The Earth follows a elliptical path around the Sun and so has a perihelion point (closest to the Sun) and aphelion point (farthest from the Sun). The perihelion point of Earth is January and aphelion point is July yet for us in the northern hemisphere January is cool and July is hot, so as you can see the Earth's proximity to the Sun has little real effect on the temperature. In March and September though we have the Spring and Autumnal equinoxes, the midway points between Winter and Summer and vice versa. At this point in the Earth's orbit the Sun is directly over the equator meaning both hemispheres experience equal lengths of night and day. But is the Earth unique for Seasons? The short answer is yes but if we could live on the other Solar Systems Planets we'd have the following. Mercury: Inclined at 0 degree, meaning that it would be permanently Springtime. Venus: 177 degree - Bizarre place where the day is longer than the year and Sun rises in West and sets in the East. Autumn would be half the year Spring the other. Mars: is 25 degree. As you can see it is very close to our 23.5 degree so the Seasons would be similar if not a little longer. Jupiter: 3 degree no deviation from Spring would be really noticeable. Saturn: 26 degree much as Mars four Seasons but longer than ours. Uranus: 97 degree very odd place, the Planet literally trolls around its orbit of its 84 year orbital period 42 years is spent in constant Summer and the other in constant Winter. Imagine 42 years of Winter and total darkness. Neptune: 28 degree. Again 4 Seasons but longer than ours. So you can see if life were possible on these Planets half of them would have Seasons we're accustomed too. Enjoy the Springtime and warm weather. Until next month clear skies, Neil Norman. Any questions please contact me at neilnorman03@gmail.com The Friends of the historic Lambe School, East Bergholt Warmly invite you to their popular
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Ebonyʼs Blog Life at The Shelley Centre
Some of my humans at the Centre are observing Lent this month, in the run up to an early Easter. This means giving up something as an act of self-denial. Well you won’t get the herd doing any such thing! The horses and ponies are on a strict programme of care, ordained by Lyn, and however much they eye the feed room, she does not let the giving of treats become the norm. So they are not going to give up their ‘End of the Day’s Work’ slice of apple or carrot for anything! I am going to tell you about some of my riders this month because they have been generous in granting me permission, and I shall be able Rebecca having a laugh! to post photographs taken of ME. No mud, no rug, just the beautiful bare facts, you will see how big and black I am. Above is Rebecca, smiling down at the camera (and showing off my ears, and lovely forelock). She has been coming to the Shelley Centre on and off since she was three years old and I enjoy having her back on me on Fridays. So that you can see me sideways on, this lady in pink posed for the camera on her last ride with me. I am proud to say that I have helped her over a terrible injury to her spine when she fell “our” success story off her own horse and suffered compression fractures to her back. Fortunately she was wearing an inflatable back protector; she would have broken her neck otherwise. Her accident happened last April, but with courage and determination she got back into my saddle last Autumn, using my physiotherapy to build up her strength once more; now she is riding her own live horse again. Brilliant! Let me introduce you to Matthew, one of my younger riders. He has recently passed Grade 1 in Horse Care and has a certificate and badge to show for his great efforts at memorising a whole Matthew and the farrier new ‘horsey’ vocabulary. Here is Matthew seeing our farrier, Roger, at work, and the horse with her hoof up is Parys, wearing a pale blue rug today. Parys has many outfits so I enjoy guessing what she will be wearing next, I can see her stable from my open door. Parys has a great friend in Barry; he rides Babs, my room-mate, here at the Centre, and afterwards he goes to commune with Parys in the yard. She likes to blow on his hands and nuzzle his knees; it’s a very special moment for them both. At the end of this month it will be time for another great celebration, so here’s wishing my readers a very happy Easter from Barry with his girl me and the ‘family’ at the Shelley centre. www.rda-east.org.uk/shelley.html Telephone: 01473 824172
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The Horseshoes Inn Cockfield near Lavenham has just received a CAMRA (campaign for real ale) award for West Suffolk. This was awarded for serving quality cask conditioned Suffolk Ales and Ciders and knowledge of how to look after and serve tradional cask ales and beers. This traditional 14th century thatched pub has been restored to its former glory. Full of oak beams and medieval features including a large double sided inglenook fire place and bread oven creating an abundance of character with a warm friendly atmosphere. This family run freehouse serves traditional homemade pub food sourced locally consisting of favourites such as sausage and mash, liver and bacon, home made pies and puddings, fresh fish and a traditional Sunday roast. All at a very affordable and sensible price. There is a newly built safe children's play area in the large gardens at the rear of the pub along with ample secure parking, also a lovely beer garden in the front of the pub which gets the sun for most of the day and lovely large round tables which are very social. The owners Lloyd and Jessica Warwick have also just been awarded a Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor. Lloyd runs the front of house and Jessica operates the kitchen and they are both delighted with the success of the business after only 18 months of trading since buying and restoring this beautiful Thatched Inn. Prior to Lloyd and Jessica buying the Horseshoe Inn it was closed so it is great to see a good family run traditional pub open up again, when so many village pubs are closing their doors or being converted into private homes. If you pay a visit, which of course we recommend, you will not be disappointed. The Horseshoes Inn has a function room and caters for private functions such as birthdays, group get togethers, parties, with no hire charge for the room. The Horseshoes Inn, Stows Hill, Cockfield, Nr Lavenham IP30 0JB Telephone 01284 828177 Open 7 Days a Week, Full Lunch & Dinner Menu Available
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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 Itʼs Panto time again…oh yes it is! The Hadleigh High cast of Aladdin had a fantastic week! All performances were well attended and all the hard work had certainly paid off. This version of the classic story was set in ancient China, where a genie (played by Morgan Dee) waits to be uncovered by the unlikely adventurer Aladdin (played by Tom Hipkins). With an updated script filled with bad puns, laugh-out-loud moments and genuine suspense, you paid for a whole seat, but you only needed the edge! Jared White, who played the part of Aladdin’s brother, Wishy Washy, said that the pantomime was “a great opportunity for different years to work together”. Whilst Lois Cooper, Head Girl and a member of the play’s band, said “the artwork looked amazing, and everyone was getting heavily involved with all aspects of the production.”
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Music to our ears! The Music department is about £140 away from reaching their goal for a set of iPad’s which will enrich the learning of students of all ages, from Year 7 to 11. Having already raised over £2,000, the Music Department hopes to have reached their goal with profits from the pantomime, and with many previous fundraising events and donations which have been organised by the Music Department and the students. Breakfast is Big Business The Business Studies groups in year 10 went head to head in a hotly contested competition to serve breakfast. The two groups, Morning Munchies and The Early Bird Breakfast Club, were selling breakfast items from Monday 8th to Friday 12th February. The profits from both teams will go towards discounting the price of revision guides for everyone who participated.
Maths Challenge On 4th February, 8 students from each year took part in the Maths Challenge. During the competition the students were challenged with some unusual sums, but the pupils worked through the experience and found it thoroughly worthwhile. Charlie Kebell (Year 10), stated that “it was a great opportunity to enrich My Maths learning”. Later in the year the pupils will be awarded their certificates based on how well they did. Year 8 Pen Pals Jenny Pötzsche, the current German Assistant, has set up a blog with Hadleigh High School’s partnered school in Germany, Europa-Gymnasium Wörth. Many year 8 students are enthusiastic about this project, and have now gained pen-pals. One of the most recent activities that the students took part in was creating a music timeline. In this timeline the pupils explained what genres of music had influenced them throughout their life. On a website, the students from both schools can comment on each other’s work. The website has created a wonderful community and has allowed easy communication between the students. PTA - Quiz Night The PTA are holding their annual quiz night on Friday 11th March 7:00pm9:30pm and would welcome any donations of raffle prizes. Offers of unwanted Christmas gifts, wine and chocolates would be gratefully received. Should you have anything, then please can you leave them at the school reception. Thank you.
The cast comprised of students from across all years, which helps to create bonds between the year groups: Tom Hipkins – Aladdin, Eliza Bennett – Princess Jasmine, Tom Hindson - Widow Twankey, Aidan Roberts – Abanazer, Jared White - Wishie Washee, Jess Simmons - Lotus Blossom, Laura Flockhart – Hi, Laura Meldrum – Lo, Morgan Dee - Genie of the Lamp, Jasmine Robinson - Spirit of the Ring, Daniel Flockhart - Emperor, Casey Cook - Clap, Harriet Field - Chop, Charlotte Storrer – Allsorts the Panda. Chorus – Bethany Hudson, Chloe Robinson, Eleanor Chaplin, Fern Ramplin, Georgia Broomfield, Jess Miller, Josie Ebbs, Lucy Maskell, Megan Barlow, Tilly Lambert, Sophia Bearman, Rosie Bevan, Silvana Pickett The Band – Mr Betts – Piano, Lois Cooper – Flute, Poppy Simmons – Guitar, Vito Calvino – Bass, Tomas Grayston – Drums A Big Thank You goes to the numerous members of staff and pupils who worked hard back stage to help put on this fantastic show!
Hadleigh High TV Many students from different year groups are getting together in the new Hadleigh project named HHTV. With many different students who are all using different skills to enhance their ability in working in the media environment. Some students are working as journalists, others as animators and many more different jobs designed to suit all. We held a non-school uniform day on 11th February, to raise funds for a green 38
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Living with Dying – May 14th 2016
As May 14th gets closer we are keen to help you see how visiting the stands in St Mary’s on the day can help YOU. Here is a personal experience to share with you……. If Only Iʼd Known .... Not asking a simple question many years ago meant that I have never had the peace of knowing that I did the very best I could by both my mother and my grandmother. And it would have been so simple .... I was a teenager at the time of my father’s death. Terminal illness and death, with all that encompassed, was never spoken about in our family - certainly not in terms of making any plans beforehand or asking what people wanted for themselves when the inevitable time came. It was taboo - something to be swept out of sight and dealt with at the time with a stiff upper lip and as little fuss as possible. My mother had made “the arrangements” when my father died and we simply attended our first funeral. I do not remember any discussion whatsoever, either before or after. There was no stone or marker to commemorate his passing. So I didn’t know much about anything. I was not a great deal older when my mother died and needless to say, despite the fact she had been very ill for nearly three years there had not been one conversation about what was happening or what would happen. It was left to my brother and me to “sort things out” and, in our ignorance we did. We did not want to leave it to my grandmother (my mother’s mother, in her nineties), who lived with us, as we felt it was appalling enough for her to have outlived her daughter and so we wanted to spare her any additional burden. Needless to say, she would not discuss whether this actually would have been a burden or not and she refused to attend the funeral saying only that she didn’t want the fuss her wheelchair would cause. Mum died in hospital so they organised a funeral director and told us who it was. My mother did not belong to any church so we organised a minister to take her funeral at the crematorium. As my father had been cremated, we simply assumed this was what we should do. My mother had arranged for my father’s ashes to be scattered in the Garden of Remembrance at the crematorium by the staff there, so we did the same for her. We followed the same procedure when my grandmother died a few years later. I don’t know why my mother chose to do this but I know why I did. I had absolutely no idea what went on at a crematorium “behind the curtain”, so to speak, and of course, no-one spoke of such things or asked any questions. I simply assumed that they waited until they had enough bodies then lit the fire. I knew some families had the ashes returned to them but I didn’t see how they could be sure they got back the remains of their loved one and I didn’t want part of someone else’s loved one. If only I’d known ... As I grew older and wiser and the world became a more “open” place where all sorts of things that had once been taboo, certainly within our own family, were being openly discussed, I realised how easily I could have made things more bearable both at the time and for the future. I should simply have asked what happened at a crematorium. I am embarrassed to say that I actually only asked that question in my sixties and of course discovered the huge amount of integrity and care that is taken with every soul that passes through their doors, both in terms of ensuring the ashes are indeed entirely uncontaminated and that every consideration and dignity is offered to the deceased and the deceased’s family and friends. Had I asked that simple question forty years ago, we would have been able to scatter my mother’s and grandmother’s ashes privately, where we thought might be appropriate for them instead of leaving them for strangers to scatter. We might have been able to do a lot of things differently but we just did what we thought was right at the time. I can see there’s no point whatsoever in feeling guilty for what might have been. We have now learned and can make sure we talk to our own loved ones and let them know what we would like, to make it easier for them. I think I might just write it all down for them, too. Today, there is so much information out there to help everyone educate and inform themselves, start to put things in place and make little preparations now, that will help so very much later, at a difficult and emotional time. Do not be afraid to talk about your wishes, hopes and fears. Always ask questions and, most of all, never put yourself in the position of having to say, “If only I’d known ...” To avoid this pitfall and many others, come and visit us at St Mary’s Church for our LIVING with DYING event, from 10am - 4pm, on Saturday 14 May 2016 where we will have all the professionals and services available to talk with you, moving online fromAnApril inform youVAT and is answer all your questions. hour 2010 spent browsing and enjoying a coffee with us could save you wishing later that you had done something differently. We look forward to seeing you and being of service. Jess Janas
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Dear Sir, My wife and I moved to Hadleigh in 2014 to be closer to our daughter and sonin-law and their family. Having visited the area from East Sussex over a period of 8 years we knew what a lovely market town Hadleigh was. Since moving here we have been made very welcome by our brilliant neighbours and feel very much part of the local community - so thank you Hadleigh! Our only ‘shock’ was to discover the ‘Nightmare of Benton Street’. We now realise that this has been a problem for quite sometime. I had a simple solution and it puzzled me that no one saw it as an option but it now seems that I am in the good company of a plain speaking bus driver who seems to have more common sense than any of the traffic experts who are akin to those re arranging the deckchairs on the Titanic. Remove all parked cars in Benton Street - it is a public thoroughfare not a car park! Alternative parking needs to be found but in a town like Hadleigh which seems to have far more parking opportunities than we have been used to in East Sussex towns it shouldn't be a problem for all those ‘experts’ to work out. Jerry Noble
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I would like to thank Chris Worsfold for his letter in February’s Hadleigh Community News regarding Benton Street and for his suggestion and comments. I was delighted to think that Hadleigh residents are giving thought to alternative ideas and solutions on this topic. It is fantastic that others are thinking about and joining in this debate. We have provided SCC with many alternative ideas some probably more appropriate than others and it is to their shame that they the experts, able to call on the experience and expertise of highway engineers etc, have offered little in return. We all all aware there is no easy solution but we must keep trying to find one. Thank you Chris. Sue Monks
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Dear Sir, I would like to send a big thank you to my family, friends and everyone for their cards and messages of support following my heart attack and subsequent by-pass surgery. Your support has helped to keep a positive outlook through this difficult time. It will be a long haul but I hope I’ll be able to be working again by late April. Thanks to the amazing team in the CCU at Papworth Hospital, I’m well on my way to recovery. As a family we will be fund-raising for Papworth in the near future. Thanks again to everyone, Mark Kennington
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Dear Sir, Bus driver Chris Worsfold made some interesting observations in his letter about Benton Street. He is right, neither a chicane nor traffic lights are the solution. More drivers, ceding right of way to oncoming cars would help. Sadly, common courtesy seems to be on the decline. Alternative parking could be a solution. But where, and at what cost to the disabled and SCC? The fact remains that a bus cannot easily pass a goods delivery vehicle without mounting the pavement. This endangers pedestrians and property. All too frequently they remove our guttering in the process. Whilst a one-way system using Hook Lane seems impractical, the top of the bridge could easily be demolished or the roadway lowered, or both. It is wide enough. A higher walkway for those using the railway walk could be substituted. Not a great cost for the significant environmental gain achieved. Some drivers would have further to travel but might save on time and frustration. Pedestrians, prams and mobility scooters would all benefit as well as cyclists. Hook Lane is wide enough for single lane use. It is already designed for dual use with passing places. It just needs to be properly maintained. There are no low bridge warning signs at the Pond Hall Road end. High sided vehicles, not necessarily overweight, are often guided by SatNavs along Hook Lane and have to reverse. So what’s new? If Benton Street was made one-way perhaps bus owners might even consider using single-deckers. Has anyone ever seen more than 10 passengers in a double decker bus along Benton Street? Roger Young
Dear Sir, Through the Hadleigh Community News I would like to thank the hundreds of Hadleigh residents, and the visitors to our lovely High Street, who signed the petition to Suffolk County Council in support of our Community Transport service. Without the services provided by the Community Transport, including the help of the many volunteers involved throughout our large and beautiful
County, many vulnerable people, who have no other access to transport, particularly in the more remote rural areas, would be left isolated and unable to carry out routine tasks, such as attending medical appointments. So a big “Thank You” to you all. Rickaby Shearly-Sanders
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Dear Sir, Whilst I appreciate the wish to create a cleaner and less stressful environment for the residents of Benton Street expressed by your correspondent Chris Worsfold, sadly prohibiting parking will not make it come true. During the carfree period of the cycle races, with no obstacles to slow them down traffic in Benton Street drove at dangerous speeds unacceptable in a residential area. The pavements in this, one of the oldest streets in Hadleigh, are narrow and for those walking with dogs or pushchairs, hazardous enough without the added danger of speed. Double yellow lines will certainly not address the issue of vehicles mounting the pavement to squeeze past each other, often forcing pedestrians to move quickly out of the way. Has there ever been a costed feasibility study of the Hook Lane option? Perhaps this should be independently explored before that particular solution is ruled out. Shauna Bilson
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Dear Sir, Re: Introduction of car parking charges. Councillors Dawson and Campbell would like to clarify that we will not be voting for the introduction of charges in the town car parks. This would be contrary to current Conservative policy in market towns. We cannot commit to charges never being introduced at some future date, but certainly not for the foreseeable future. We hope that this will clarify any misconception the local community may have on this subject. Councillor Christina Campbell, Councillor Sian Dawson Hadleigh North Ward
Dear Sir, I recently attended the Fire Service Redesign public consultation meeting in Sudbury. As you may know, it is proposed that both Sudbury and Princes St, Ipswich, fire stations lose a vehicle each. I also wrote to Suffolk County Council asking for more clarification on the consultation method. There have been ‘consultations’ on issues which affect Hadleigh before, with memorable outcomes. Colin Noble answered my question to Suffolk County Council stating that they had received 'positive feedback' and that the 'amount of engagement' (presumably with us, the public), indicated the 'quality of the consultation'. It's true that during the course of the meeting at Sudbury Town Hall on 3rd February, over 2000 completed consultation forms were handed over to Matthew Hicks (Suffolk County Cllr) and Mark Hardingham (Chief Fire Officer), and the room at the Town Hall was packed...but the atmosphere was far from ‘positive’! We were angry to hear that Hadleigh will be affected, because vehicles which support Hadleigh will be cut at Sudbury and Ipswich Princes Street and to hear that these cuts do, eventually, mean loss of firefighters. Concerning for me, though, was that on 3rd February, a full 19 days before the consultation ends, Matthew Hicks, Suffolk County Councillor, was able to tell us how much money he ‘has to cut’ from the budget in respect of the Fire Service, and therefore what he has left to spend. This clearly pre-empts any findings from the ‘consultation’. I was pleased to see that those affected are not putting up with it and, rather than accept what we are told, people came out on a chilly night to express their feelings. I hope that this consultation will reflect the overwhelming feelings of the people of Suffolk, and that, this time, Suffolk County Council will listen to what we say, that they have not, already, made up their minds, and that the consultation process itself is open and fair. They came for the care homes, they came for the children's centres, they came for the police stations, they came for the fire service.....what next? Angela Wiltshire
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ʻA massive Thank you from Hadleigh United and Brettsiders Under 13 Football teamsʼ
On Saturday 13th February a fundraising Race night was held at the Ansell Centre. Over 160 people attended the evening. It was great to see so many families and friends enjoying themselves whilst raising money at the same time for the boys football tour to Holland in March. We are delighted to announce that we raised a grand total of £1947.76! The event was only possible due to the support of our generous local sponsors. We would like to thank them all once again. Sincere thanks from the boys to The Lindsey Rose Public House, Frost & Partners Estate Agents, The Eight Bells Public House, Gotelee's Solicitors, MLM Building Control, Three C's Travel, Paddy & Scott's, Stour Valley Carpets and Flooring Many Congratulations to our winners: Race 1 - ‘Baby Belle’ owned by Caroline Batram Race 2 - ‘Dashing Dave’ owned by Robbie Preedy Race 3 - ‘Go Johnny Go' owned by John Carrigan Race 4 - ‘Dyer's Donkey’ owner by Chole Dyer Race 5 - ‘Panda’ owned by Connor Lombardo Race 6 - ‘Pettitt's gonna win’ owned by the Pettitt family Race 7 - ‘War Horse’ owned by The Kavanagh family Race 8 - ‘Snow White’ owned by Scott Preedy The Tri-Cast winning combination for race 7 was 6,3,8. The prize of £100 was won by Neil Lewis. Special thanks to: Andy Grimsey for all his help with Lewis and the bar and the raffle. Tori Harman from The George Adrian Pettitt, Public House for her kind support. Jan Dicks from the happy winners Ansell Centre for being so helpful and accommodating. of Race 6. We hope the boys make some wonderful memories during their tour in March! From the Race Night fundraising team
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Spring Craft Fair in Hadleigh
Green-fingered supporters are needed to open their gardens to the public from May to September, in aid of St Elizabeth Hospice. By opening your garden for one morning or afternoon this summer you can make a difference and help St Elizabeth Hospice continue to improve life for more than 2,000 local people living with a progressive illness every year. St Elizabeth Hospice is looking for a wide variety of displays. So whether your garden is traditional or contemporary, tranquil or tropical, cosy or large, why not invite others to admire your horticultural skills whilst raising funds for your local hospice? You could even get the entire village involved. If you can’t commit to opening your garden, but would like to support the hospice with your horticultural skills then why not divide your perennials or sow extra seeds and donate the spare plants for us to sell on our pop-up plant stalls. Our lovely volunteers will replant your flowers into beautiful pots and sell them on stalls across the county. If you would like to open your garden this summer, or for more information on open gardens or pop-up plant stalls, please call 01473 723600 or email fundraising@stelizabethhospice.org.uk
The Fortnightly Tea Dances at The Delphi Club, Sudbury, 2.00 - 4.15 pm
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We are pleased to announce the first of our Spring craft fairs will be at Hadleigh Town Hall on the 12th March 2016. The fair will run from 10am – 4pm and entry as always is free. We have a fantastic line-up of crafters exhibiting this Spring spread over two floors of the Town Hall. Event organiser Kylie Sparkes says “I'm really looking forward to this event, it's the first event of the year for us and we are pleased to be back at Hadleigh. We are eager and full of enthusiam for the new years events and Hadleigh is a favorite venue of 'Simply events' as it is always well attended and appreciated by our visitors.� Amongst our makers for this event is 'Boodle & Bear', they will be exhibiting their creative glasses made from your favourite bottles, so if you have a special bottle you would like to have made into a glass be sure to bring it along to the fair and visit their stall. We also have jewellery by 'Lisa Jane Jewellery', 'Matchit Jewellery' and 'Ghislaine Brace-Clemens'. We have art from 'Elkie Wild Art' and stained glass from 'Max Crozier' and we have textiles and homewares from 'Cushions Plus', 'Barbara's Crafts' and 'Fayes Craft' and photography from 'Lisa Cockrell Photography'. We also have handmade cards from 'Rosemary Clifford' and 'Marian Woodman', flower arrangements, hand poured candles, knitting and crochet for you to browse. Once you have finished browsing the stalls pop downstairs to our tearoom and sample our homemade cakes and savouries along with a cup of tea or coffee. We have two more dates booked for Hadleigh this year, the Autumn craft fair on the 1st October 2016 and the Christmas craft fair on the 3rd December 2016, we also have events at Sudbury, Lawford near Manningtree, Witham, Highwoods in Colchester and Lavenham. All our past and future events are on our website www.simplyevents.me. If you are a local crafter interested in our craft events please email info@simplyevents.me for more information.
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Mass times at St. JosephĘźs Hadleigh Sunday: 11.15 a.m. Mass (tea and coffee after Mass) Wednesday: 9.30 a.m. Mass (preceded by Morning Prayer) Friday: 9.30 a.m. Mass (preceded by Morning Prayer) HOLY WEEK & EASTER: Holy Thursday : 7 pm at Sudbury Good Friday : 3 pm at Hadleigh Easter Vigil : 7 pm at Hadleigh Easter Sunday : 11.15 at Hadleigh Masses in Hadleigh will be found in the Parish Newsletter or on the web site www.sudburywithhadleigh.net. www.sudburywithhadleigh.net or contact Father Brett or Deacon Andy The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is available after Sunday Mass at Hadleigh, or by arrangement with Father Brett.
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West Suffolk Voluntary Association for the Blind
The WSVAB is your local sight loss charity. Founded in 1936 the association provides services and support for over 1200 blind and partially sighted people living in the west of the county. Our highly skilled Community Support Workers can visit you in your own home to carry out a safety assessment; they will then offer practical advice and suggest daily living aids and equipment which will help you to retain your independence. In addition to this we have a low vision specialist who can train you to get the maximum benefit from your residual vision with the use of lighting and magnification (appointments available Saturday mornings). We can also provide Sight Awareness training for schools, community groups and care homes. There are numerous social groups in various locations across the western area, run by our fabulous team of volunteers. The groups meet monthly to offer people the opportunity to meet and make new friends and benefit from the information and advice given by visiting speakers from an array of local organisations and businesses. The latest service we have added to our already extensive list is Befriending. Volunteer befrienders will be carefully matched to people who feel they would benefit from some regular company, maybe just for a chat over a cup of tea or perhaps to peruse a hobby or interest together. If we can help you with any of the services mentioned, or if you have some time to spare and would like to find out more about volunteering opportunities with us, please don’t hesitate to get in contact, we would be delighted to hear from you. We are particularly seeking more volunteer Befrienders in the Sudbury area. Befriending is such a worthwhile thing to do and can take up as little as an hour weekly or fortnightly. We are also looking for new locations for our collection tins. If you know of a business /shop that may be willing to take one from us, please do let us know. Telephone us on 01284 748800 or you can email us at info@wsvab.org.uk. We look forward to hearing from you!
PLANT HERITAGE SUFFOLK GROUP Warmly invites you to a talk ‘A Cornucopia of Fruit and Vegetables Grown Within the Walled Gardens at West Dean Gardens, West Sussex’ by Sarah Wain Sarah has gardened in Australia and England for 40 years. She has worked as Gardens Supervisor at West Dean Gardens with husband Jim Buckland since 1991
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Girls Tower and the Suffolk Hat Company
It is estimated there are 5.4 million private sector businesses in the UK…So this month Girls Tower was visited by a local Hadleigh business lady. Clare Lock from the Suffolk Hat Company kindly taught us all some of her skills, whilst we learnt about her business. Clare showed us how to create a Calla Lily design, which we then attached to Alice bands, clips or pins. The girls used a wide range of skills including designing, sowing, and colourcoordinating, and we made some beautiful fascinators shown in the pictures. We had a great night and really enjoyed Clare’s visit, resulting in a great accessory to remember the evening with. A big thank you to Clare for a great evening, from all of us at Girls Tower. If anyone would like to join Girls Tower, please contact Lizzie at www.porchproject.co.uk youthworker2@porchproject.co.uk
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A passion to inspire imaginations gains Tracey Pennell a nomination for the prestigious award for “Best Can Do Attitude 2016” at The Creation Station National Conference. Tracey Pennell, local mum and owner of The Creation Station Suffolk Ipswich, has been shortlisted for the prestigious award of ‘Best Can Do Attitude 2016’. Registered Charity. 1143203 The national Creation Station franchise awards will be announced at the 14th annual ‘Creation Station Inspiring Imaginations’ Conference in Birmingham on Saturday 6th February. “The Creation Station network make such positive contributions to their local community and support local children and families to be creative and have fun together” says Sarah Cressall Founder and Managing Director. “I am very proud of all of our network, especially Tracey, for all the work they have put into helping inspire children’s imaginations; which makes judging the awards is really tough. Each year our franchise owners are becoming more and more successful and the calibre is really high.” Tracey says, “I am so delighted to have been short listed for this award. I launched my Creation Station franchise in January 2015, shortly after we moved to Hadleigh from London. Until then I had been a buyer for a high street retailer and having gone back to work full time when my daughter was a year old, I was really looking for a more flexible career that would fit better around my family. I have always been creative and loved the thought of running my own business, so the opportunity to take on a Creation Station franchise was ideal. Starting any new business is obviously difficult, but it was especially challenging for me to set up in an area I didn’t know at all. I was convinced there would be a market for the Arts & Crafts classes and Parties that The Creation Station offer, but I still had to do a lot of research to find the best venues and places to promote the sessions. I know I have made lots of mistakes, but a year on I have now built up a loyal customer base, and have been delighted with the feedback and recommendations that I have had which have helped to spread the word. The Baby Discover and Little Explorer classes are lots of fun and fab for children that love arts & crafts, but they are also great for those that don’t like getting messy. Just recently I have seen a couple of little ones who weren’t at all keen on getting their hands dirty, but after a couple of weeks their confidence has grown massively and they are now happy to pick up a paint brush or put their hands in some paint! I’m really proud to have been nominated for The Creation Station ‘Best Can Do Attitude 2016’ but I know I face some stiff competition from the other candidates! For me, it’s just great to finally have a job that I love, that still allows me to be there for my daughter!” For more information on Traceyʼs fantastic classes and parties just call 01473 206801 or email traceypennell@thecreationstation.co.uk
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River Stour New Season Boat Trips
The River Stour Boat Trips, a firm favourite with all are pleased to announce that our new season will start on Saturday 26th March with an Easter Lunch cruise and Easter Egg Hunt leaving the Granary, Quay Lane, Sudbury at 10.45am stopping at the Cornard Lock for the Egg hunt and on to The Henny Swan for lunch. Tickets Cost just £13.50 per adult and £8.00 per child. Half hour cruise from The Swan to Cornard and return at 12.15pm and 1pm. On Sunday 27th and Monday 28th the usual service of a lunch cruise to Henny (£12.50 adult and £7.00 child )and a half hour service (£5.00 and £3.000 respectively) from the Granary will resume as will the opening of the Granary Tea Room. It’s highly advisable to pre-book the very popular lunch cruise. Please phone 0844 800 5015 to book. Further details can be found on our website riverstourtrust.org
Lavenham Greyhound Wins First Award
The Lavenham Greyhound has been listed in the prestigious Harden’s Restaurant Guide 2016. This is the first award for the historic pub since the Macmillan family started running it in late 2014 following an extensive refurbishment. As well as running the Lavenham Greyhound, Andrew Macmillan, daughter Lorna Pissarro and son’s Oliver and Iain Macmillan are also behind the Long Melford Swan and the Hadleigh Ram. Speaking about the award for the The team at the Lavenham Lavenham Greyhound, Lorna commented: “The whole team is Greyhound. From left to right: Xanita Jobe (Front of House Manager), thrilled to be included in such a Kuba Hala (Head Chef), Camilla significant restaurant guide. The Layton, Jamie Walton Greyhound is first and foremost a and Hannah Street. proper pub, but with a quality menu that we hope will catch the attention of any food lover.” Harden’s is a respected guide to the best restaurants in the UK. They have awarded the Greyhound 4 ½ stars and in its review say the pub has become ‘something special’, serving ‘pub grub with a difference’. The pub will now display a ‘Harden’s 2016’ sticker in its window. For more information on the Lavenham Greyhound visit www.lavenhamgreyhound.com
Bentwaters Cold War Museum
The Bentwaters Cold War Museum will be opening its doors for 2016 on Sunday 27th March and has become a popular attraction for visitors to the Suffolk coastal area and for those interested in aviation and military installations previously denied access to the public. The museum is based in the United States Air Force (USAF) hardened command post on the former Bentwaters airbase which closed after the withdrawal of the USAF in 1993 and is believed to be the only such building open to the public in the UK and Europe. Run by volunteers from the Bentwaters Aviation Society, the building is a large bunker made available to the public to view following 3 years of work to renovate and refurbish and opened in 2007. The museum has been officially ‘Accredited’ by the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA) as meeting the national standard for UK museums which is an impressive achievement for a new museum. The main “War Operations Room” and “Battle Cabin” have been restored to original condition including the original decontamination showers and airlocks allowing members of the public to see these once top secret, high security military installations in detail in an eerie atmosphere evoking the Cold War period. Other parts of the building have been turned into exhibition rooms, covering the history of RAF Bentwaters from W.W.II until the base closed in 1993. Included in this are histories of the units that operated from the airfield, particularly the 81st Fighter Wing. Also included is the other airfield which was part of the “twin base” complex - RAF Woodbridge, again covering the period from W.W.II until the present day. Of particular interest to families is a detailed timeline display of the Cold War which has proven of great help to those studying this period at school. Further exhibition rooms feature information on the “Special Operations/Rescue Squadrons” that were based at RAF Woodbridge, and also the “Aggressor” Squadron based at Bentwaters. There is plenty of car parking space and is suitable for all ages and has the added benefit of being an ideal all weather visitor attraction. Plans for 2016 will see airframes continue to undergo work to bring them up to museum standard and it is expected some will be completed by the end of the year. The café and shop continues to be a great success offering light refreshments and souvenirs. Following on from the success of previous years, the open dates for 2016 have now been finalised and the museum will continue to open on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month and Bank Holiday Sundays & Mondays, from April until October. Further information on the society can be found at www.bentwatersas.org.uk and for the museum at www.bcwm.org.uk
Lavenham Art Festival
Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th June, 2016 Market Place, Lavenham 11 am to 5 pm Come and join in the festival fun: two days of art exhibitions, entertainment, children's activities and painting, Artists' Studio Trail, art and craft demonstrations, refreshments, live music, concert in the church and an open invitation for you to exhibit an art work of your own creation! The weekend will include: A life-size sculpture being made in the Market Place Live birds of prey being drawn in the Market Place Artists' Studio Trail throughout the village Children's painting and Budding Artists' activities Art exhibition in the Guildhall Suffolk Art Society show in the Church Art and Craft demonstrations Potters, weavers and spinners Designing and making jewellery A mural for children to paint Children's painting competition Exhibitions in Little Hall Screen printing Printmaking Live Music Bar Refreshments Saturday Concert in the Church All this, and more, will be going on all weekend throughout the village so make a note of the dates June 11 and 12, from 11 am until 5 pm. There's something for everyone: the chance to view and buy art works created by many of Lavenham's well-known artists and sculptors and the rare opportunity to visit them in their own studios. And you can eat, drink, listen to live music and watch a whole host of activities and fun events going on in the Market Place, Guildhall and Little Hall. Don't miss it! See you there! For more information go to: www.lovelavenham.co.uk
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Nicholas Henn – a sweet addition to Chris Leeʼs team at The Bildeston Crown.
Pastry chef Nicholas (Nick) Henn has joined the kitchen team at The Bildeston Crown, the Suffolk inn now managed as tenants by Chef Chris Lee and his wife Hayley. Although he is only 22 years old, Nick has already worked alongside a number of high profile chefs. Growing up in Coggeshall, just over the border in Essex, Nick Nick Henn and Chris Lee completed his chef’s training on a day-release scheme at the Colchester Institute whilst gaining experience working at local restaurant Baumanns. A stint with Gary Rhodes in London was followed by a move to Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons in Oxfordshire where Nick was a member of the pastry section for the past 4 ½ years. In 2014, whilst at le Manoir, Nick was a finalist for pastry in the very prestigious Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Annual Awards of Excellence. Nick has known Chris for over six years, having worked with him on a number of charity fund-raising events and so when Chris and Hayley returned to The Bildeston Crown last September, Nick was ready to seize the opportunity to return to East Anglia and finally work with the Suffolk chef. “There is quite a lot of adjustment to working at The Bildeston Crown after Le Manoir,” the young chef admits. “For starters it is an awful lot smaller! However, I am really enjoying working with Chris, someone I have professionally admired for some time. I also really appreciate the opportunity to put my own stamp on the pastry section. I love making bread and so it is great that this is taken as a serious element of any meal at The Bildeston Crown. I am also very excited to have the freedom to develop my own style of dessert. I believe passionately that we can cut back on sugar, enhance flavour and produce creative and beautifully presented dishes that are also healthier.” Chris Lee is delighted to have such an experienced specialist pastry chef in his kitchen. “With Nick on board, we are now a small but perfectly formed team. We have Stuart Darton who has been with me for the best part of 20 years; Luke Cornelius who has worked with me for two years and the hugely experienced Tim Johnson, formerly chef-proprietor of Michelin-starred Apicus in Cranbrook, who has been an invaluable support since we relaunched in September. We all agree that pastry is a specialist area in any kitchen and are happy to welcome Nick to the team. All in all, life is pretty sweet at The Bildeston Crown!” The Bildeston Crown, High Street, Bildeston, Suffolk IP7 7EB Tel: 01449 740510
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Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum CHAPS Panto Is A GIANT Success!
Bigger and better than ever, the Chamberlin Hall Amateur Players Society (CHAPS) put on their annual pantomime at Chamberlin Hall, Bildeston. This year it was the the turn of 'Jack and the Beanstalk' which enabled the cast to bring characters to life; from Jack (Debbie Bailey) and Dame Dolly Durden (Adrian Chinnery) to the evil Ms Creep (Caroline Gage). Directed for a fifth year by Lesley Woods, Principal of Miss Lesley's School of Performing Arts (MLSPA); the pantomime involved some students from the Bildeston branch of MLSPA and showcased their perfectly cheorgraphed routines and acting ability and of course their lovely smiles! The stage was even graced with a lovely friesian cow called Bessie - who was brought to live with the help of MLSPA students Emma Knock and Hollie Morsman. Full of song, dance, jokes and laughs the show entertained over two weekends with six performances. This year saw the addition of an EXTRA matinee performance to meet with demand! CHAPS 2016 performers consisted of Debbie Bailey, Janet Mackie, Adrian Chinery, Colin Bartram, Caroline Gage, Linda Underwood, Lucy Lester, Christine Hubbard, Ellen Roper and David Piggot. In addition there were many people involved back stage; so special thanks to Lesley Woods, Jane Fellingham, Robin Sidgwick, Will and Eleanor Pratt, Michael Rose, Adam and Lyn Chinery, Gill and Ellena Cook, Shirley Hines, David Spraggins, Mike Biddulph, June Taylor, Brenda Salisbury and Betty Robinson. The work of CHAPS provides much needed funds to enable the upkeep of a wonderful facility in Chamberlin Hall. If you are not familiar with the hall - do take a look! With a large stage, with lighting and and sound, changing rooms, a full bar and kitchen facilities as well as multiple rooms, one of which holds a full sized snooker table, it is a fantastic facility on your doorstep available to hire. If anyone is interested in joining CHAPS in future productions either on stage or behind the scenes please contact Adrian on 01449 741253. To find out more about Chamberlin Hall call June on 01449 740995.
Easter Flowers & Afternoon Tea Vintage Style
Sunday March 20th, Burstall Village Hall from 2-4.30 In aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care Come along and arrange some flowers for Easter to give or to keep. Enjoy delicious afternoon tea, served vintage style, £10 per person, suitable for every ability. The idea is to have fun with friends old and new and take home an arrangement to be proud of. You will need to bring a couple of bunches of standard supermarket flowers, some foliage, a sharp knife and some garden scissors. Floral foam, containers and candles will be supplied. Booking is essential as places will be limited Contact Ann Burchnall for details and to book your place. 01473 652262 ann.burchnall@gmail.com
News from Whatfield School
Whatfield School held our traditional twilight walk in February, and villagers were pleased to see our fantastic luminous jackets which ensured we were a bright sight at night! Class 1 prepared some delicious soup for all the walkers to enjoy, chopping and preparing vegetables to make a hot treat for the evening. The twilight walk has become an annual event at Whatfield, where children and families enjoy a stroll around the beautiful countryside, look at the stars and enjoy toasting marshmallows over an open fire. We enjoyed the fire and just had to sing some campfire songs to round off the evening, thanks to Miss Jennings and her amazing ukele! Whilst I wouldn’t want anyone to think that all we do at Whatfield is cook and eat, Food is a very important part of the sort of practical and creative work we do. Even birthday cakes become part of the practical Maths sessions we all enjoy, so cup-cakes to celebrate Mrs Plumb’s birthday were an important part of the Maths lesson in Class One. RE in class Three was based around Lent, and the story behind Shrove Tuesday gave pupils the excuse to make pancakes in our Food Technology area. As we are in collaboration we often find reasons to get together with our sister school, Bildeston, but it is always fun to host events for our pyramid of schools whenever possible. Schools in the Hadleigh pyramid all take turns to provide enrichment events for children with especial talents or interests. With our lovely village hall, we were in a good position to organise a Dance activity for pupils to take part in, and several children from each of the pyramid schools enjoyed this practical event lead by Northern Ballet, which gave them a taste of high quality Dance input. We have lots of exciting activities to look forward to over the next term, and as always if you would like to visit us and have a look round our lovely school, you are very welcome. Please telephone 01473 823309 to make an arrangement. Lynne Golding, Headteacher
Pause for Thought
We have toddlers in our family, and they are fun to be around. They see beds as trampolines, producing broad smiles. That is how the camera got left upstairs. Daddy was instructed to mind the toddlers so I could take a shower, but he forgot....the almost 2 year old shouted “Boo” and the nearly 3 year old shouted “Smile!” Never have I moved faster, or deleted offending (to me and indeed everyone) photos faster. I am so pleased no one saw the embarrassing results of the toddlers’ photography. Some things you just don’t want laid bare! We have all got things in our lives we don’t want others to know about....secrets that would make us feel embarrassed – ashamed, if they were made public. The Bible puts it plainly. “All have sinned and fallen short of God’s holy standards.” Sinned? You? Me? Sorry, but we have. We have lost our tempers, been selfish, skived off work early, told a little lie. The Bible also tells us God hates our wrong doing – and that is a serious problem as we will all face Him one day. Here is great news – God knows and understands what we are like. That is why He sent Jesus to take the punishment we deserved by dying in our place on the Cross. His love for us is so great He longs to forgive and give us a fresh start. Christine Hart
The Sudbury Society
AGM followed by a Talk
Friars Hall, School Street, Sudbury Friday 18th March at 7.30 pm
by Mark Bills, Director Gainsboroughʼs House Admission Members £3, Visitors £5
To the woods, to the woods...
Volunteering at Orchard Barn is great fun but we occasionally get the chance to work off-site. Regular winter visits to a 200 acre wood near Hadleigh is a case in point. Several of us met at the woods one fine January day and were asked by Graham the woodsman to help him stack logs. He had felled all the trees in one small section of the wood and cut them into 1m lengths. Using timber tongs we stacked many of the logs and cleared a path so they could be taken away, not this summer but in the summer of 2017. Lunch was a barbecue, cooked over charcoal produced in the woods by Graham, and eaten in the January sunshine. A very rewarding and productive day as Orchard Barn will have some building timber in return for our much appreciated efforts. Weʼre going to the woods again soon, why donʼt you join us? To find out more come along any Wednesday, we are SW of Mill Road, Battisford or visit our website www.orchardbarn.org.uk or phone 01473 658193.
Impressions of a Developing Myanmar (Burma)
Stoke by Nayland WEA AGM and Talk - Stoke by Nayland Village Hall Thursday 21st April 2016 at 7.30 pm Frank Ranger will give an illustrated talk on a recent visit to Myanmar. It will include aspects of religion, commerce, food and the people. The impact of politics cannot be ignored as the country goes through the transition from an autocratic government to one based on democratic principles. Frank and Valerie Ranger are both on the committee of the Stoke by Nayland branch of the WEA. They are great travellers and Frank is sharing their experiences with us at this meeting. All past, present and future members welcome to this FREE lecture and complimentary coffee For further details please contact Sue Whiteley on 01787 210945 or email - Whiteleysa@hotmail.co.uk
The Hadleigh Boxford Group Practice Wishes to announce that
After 32 years of hard work and dedication
our Senior Partner, Dr John Flather is retiring on the 31 March 2016 We are holding two Informal Open Events for patients to call in and wish Dr Flather farewell Thursday 31st March 11.00 am – 12.00 noon at Boxford Branch Surgery and 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm at Hadleigh Health Centre A book will be available at both Surgeries from the beginning of March for any farewell messages
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Local Law Firm continues to grow throughout The Suffolk Region
Gotelee Solicitors has reached agreement with Suffolk Coastal law firm Margary + Miller about merging parts of the two businesses. Gotelee currently has offices in Hadleigh and Felixstowe in addition to its Ipswich HQ. Margary + Miller is based in east Suffolk with offices in Southwold, Melton, Woodbridge and Felixstowe. The Woodbridge, Melton and Felixstowe offices will merge with Gotelee in the early spring of this year. The Southwold office will continue to operate as Margary + Miller, and there will be no changes to this office. Stephen Leach, Director of Margary + Miller, comments ‘ We are delighted to have reached agreement with Gotelee to ensure the continued provision of service to our clients in and around Woodbridge and Felixstowe by merging those offices with Gotelee. The same people will provide the same service as always, simply under the Gotelee banner. For Gotelee, CEO Alistair Lang added, ‘Our vision of a Suffolk law firm deeply rooted in the local communities will be hugely enhanced by this move. We are very pleased to have the opportunity and look forward to working with Stephen and his colleagues in Woodbridge Melton and Felixstowe. The full range of legal services provided by the Margary and Miller team will be maintained and indeed in some ways strengthened by some new faces.
Friars Hall Nursing Home: RSPB Big Birdwatch
Friars Hall Nursing Home joined with other households across the country in the RSPB Big Bird watch on the last weekend of January. This is an annual national survey that the RSPB organises to see how our native birds are faring. Sparrows and Starlings haven dramatically fallen in numbers in recent years while the populations of Wood Pigeons and Magpies have increased. We certainly found this at Friars Hall with a whopping 38 Pigeons spotted in our tall trees. We also saw Blackbirds, Sparrows, Robins, Great Tits and Chaffinches. Many birds are drawn to our gardens every day because of the bird food we put out on the bird tables that are dotted around the house. That’s of course when the squirrels don’t get to it first! The RSPB sent us a kit beforehand with an identification chart for different species of birds. It was very helpful - we’d thought we were watching Blue Tits but they were really Great Tits! The residents sat for an hour in our warm conservatory with all the blinds pulled back so we had a lovely view of the gardens, the experience made complete with mugs of tea. One of our residents brought along his binoculars. We enjoyed it so much that bird watching is going to become a regular part of our activities programme. We can’t wait for the swallows to arrive!
Little Waldingfield History Society
16th March John Newman - Recent excavations at Sutton Hoo. Illustrated with over 100 images it covers the heritage and history of Suffolk. Focusing on abbeys, castles, guildhalls & stately homes, the talk follows the course of major rivers to build a comprehensive picture of Suffolk as a whole. All talks will be at the Parish Room in Church Road, Little Waldingfield, commencing at 7.30 pm sharp. Please book and pay in advance to guarantee your place, as seats are limited. Booking Secretary: Diana Langford, Pitt Cottage Phone: 01787 248298 Tickets Members £2.00 Non Members £4.00
THE GREAT BURSTALL BOOK SALE Back by popular demand!!!
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Free admission A chance to purchase paperbacks and hardbacks, fiction and non-fiction, all at knockdown prices. As before, all proceeds will go to BUMBLEBEE CHILDREN'S CHARITY Any queries, or for further information contact Lesley Raby on 01473 652403
Down to Earth ...with Dave With John Rye giving up his regular gardening column we thought that I should take over his spot and include something similar in our monthly garden club article. The idea is not only to cover gardens, but also to cover allotments as this is my particular interest, so here goes. The weather really has been terrible over the last few months, with the poor plants not sure what they are supposed to be doing, everything is so early. Goodness knows what will happen if we do get a sudden sharp frost, just be ready with some protection such as fleece, at least with the very reliable weather forecasts available on the web we do get some warning. One bonus has been that the daffodils grown down on the allotment just for picking have given several large bunches that sit proudly at home. As the soil is so wet I have sown my onion sets individually in four inch pots in the greenhouse. They do take up a lot of room, as there are over forty of them, but they are growing very well and will be planted out soon. Now would be a good time to get your lawnmower serviced before all that grass cutting is needed. If the weather stays mild buddleia can be cut back hard and mop head varieties of hydrangea can have their dead flower heads removed, along with any weak or damaged stems. Don’t forget to buy your seed potatoes and start them chitting in good light using old egg trays. I only grow first earlies these days and this seems to avoid problems with the dreaded blight. Well, thatʼs all for this time, Dave
Hadleigh and District Gardening Club
Our meeting 8th February – Exotic Gardens We were delighted to welcome Andrew Brogan from The Henstead Exotic Garden at our February meeting. What Andrew has created in 12 years is nothing short of breath taking. Starting from a completely greenfield site, he now has a 2 acre fully landscaped exotic garden packed full of unusual plants, which has received awards and national acclaim from the likes of Alan Titchmarsh. In an Andrew Brogan from Henstead entertaining presentation Andrew Exotic Garden chatting with club outlined how the garden was members after his talk constructed and gave tips on growing plants which are just that little bit different. Two favourites in his garden are a hardy palm which can tolerate temperatures of down to -17 degrees Celsius, and a bamboo which grows at the rate of 30 feet a month in peak season! The garden, not far from Southwold, is open every Wednesday from May to October. A few of our members have already been and would highly recommend it – the Garden Club has already pencilled it in for a future trip out. Next meeting – AGM Our next meeting is our AGM on Monday March 14th 7.30 at the Town Hall. This is when we set out our programme for the year ahead – a full schedule has been arranged which we are excited about, as much of it involves new subjects, for example, garden art and trees for your garden. Why not come along and find out what we are all about? Entry to the AGM is free and I even hear that there will be some cake on offer! We are also pleased to announce that our annual membership fee (which covers the period April 2016 – March 2017) has been kept at just £10. Andy Leeder (Chairman)
HADLEIGH HIDDEN GARDENS Saturday 11th June 2016
Plans are progressing for this popular and enjoyable day. A variety of gardens, both large and small will be open from 11.00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Refreshments will be available in the Church. This event is organised by The Friends of St. Mary’s Church, a charitable organisation dedicated to preserving the architectural heritage of Hadleigh’s magnificent historic Church and Deanery Tower
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HADLEIGH TOWN COUNCIL
Minutes of the Meeting of the Council held on the 21st January 2016 Present: Councillors: Whiting (Town Mayor), Angland, Byrne, Cook, Fraser, Free, Haines, Haylock, ShearlySanders, Wilson, Wiltshire and Young. In attendance: Sergeant Milbourne (Suffolk Constabulary), Councillors Riley (Suffolk County Council); Burgoyne, Dawson and Grandon (Babergh District Council), a member of the press and four members of the public. The Chair welcomed Miss Penny Cook to the Council following the co-option meeting held on Thursday 14th January 2016 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies were received from Councillors: Monks, Sheldrick and Matthews. These apologies were accepted. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST There were no declarations of interest. MINUTES The Minutes of the Meeting of the Council held on the 17th December 2015 were taken as read, were confirmed and signed. MATTERS ARISING Town Matters Councillor Haylock asked if any progress had been made regarding section 106 monies. Councillor Grandon advised that an e.mail had been sent but to date no response had been received. At this point the meeting was adjourned to allow a member of the public to speak on Benton Street. It was agreed that item 13 on the agenda be moved to the next item. BENTON STREET Councillors were in receipt of correspondence from a Benton Street resident. It was agreed that Hadleigh Town Council would write to Suffolk County Council requesting that Hook Lane be cleaned up. Councillor Shearly Sanders advised that Suffolk County Council had been provided with a lot of information from the Benton Street Meeting and to date no response had been received other than the proposed chicane would not be going ahead. The Clerk was asked to contact Suffolk County Council to see if any progress had been made with an alternative scheme. POLICING Sgt. Milbourne advised that the Police Report for December would be combined with the January Report in time for February’s Town Council Meeting. Police reports will cease in April due to the loss of staff. POLICE FUNDING WITHDRAWAL Councillor Wilson provided a verbal report following his attendance at a meeting held on the 6th January 2016 to discuss an opportunity for Parish Councils to fund (wholly or in part) 6 Match Funded PCSO’s for the 2016/17 year. The Clerk was asked to contact Sudbury Town Council to ascertain how their funded PCSO was used and if there was a possibility for Hadleigh Town Council to share funding of a PCSO. It was also agreed that information be found about local schemes – Neighbourhood Watch and Street Watch to see if these were still current in Hadleigh. REPORTS OF THE COUNTY AND DISTRICT COUNCILLORS Written reports had been received from Suffolk County Councillor Riley and District Councillors Burgoyne and Dawson. Councillor Grandon advised that she had made an error by making the car parking review public and apologised for any mis-understandings. There were concerns over the information provided by Councillor Riley over the transfer of land at St. Mary’s School to the Diocesan Multi Academy Trust. Councillor Cook requested that the District Councillors point out to the Officers that the Carter Jonas and Goad Surveys are incorrect with regards to Hadleigh which was disappointing as she assumed that they would have cost a lot of money to produce. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT It was RESOLVED that accounts amounting to £12,335.63 including HMRC, Utilities, SCC Pension Fund and staff salaries. PLANNING COMMITTEE The Minutes of the Meeting of the Committee held on the 14th January 2016 were noted. SPORTS & OPEN SPACES COMMITTEE The Report of the Meeting of the HADLEIGH TOWN COUNCIL Full Council Meetings Date of Next Meeting at 7.30pm Thursday 17th March 2016 Thursday 21st April 2016 Planning Committees Date of Next Meeting at 7.30pm Thursday 10th March 2016 Thursday 7th April 2016 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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Committee held on the 10th December 2015 was received and accepted. BUDGET 2016/17 a) Members considered the Budget Report of the Finance & Personnel Committee and its recommendations a copy of which is included in the Minute Book. b) Members were required to determine a recommended Precept for the year 2016/2017 of £294,364 plus a grant of £8,122 giving a total of £302,486. This was proposed and duly seconded. Voting was unanimously in favour of the Precept noting this was a 0% increase for Hadleigh residents and the Band D equivalent for the year 2016/2017 would remain at £108.64 as in 2015/2016. SUFFOLK FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE The future plans for the Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service were discussed. It was agreed that Councillors Cook, Wiltshire and Young would attend the meeting on the 3rd February at Sudbury Town Hall at 6.30pm to 8.30pm and report back to the next Town Council meeting in order that Hadleigh Town Council’s response to the consultation could be submitted by the closing date on Monday 22nd February 2016. CAR PARKING CHARGES Babergh District Council annually reviews the possibility of imposing car parking charges on their car parks in Sudbury and Hadleigh. The Mayor requested that the view of Hadleigh Town Council against car parking charges be reiterated. Councillor Cook, seconded by Councillor Byrne, proposed: i) Hadleigh Town Council continue our opposition to payment for parking ii) Hadleigh Town Council contact Sudbury Town Council to work with them and resurrect the Car Parking Working Group. Both proposals were agreed. There being no further business the meeting closed at 8.55pm. Mrs Carol A. Bailey BA(Hons) - Town Clerk
Report of the Meeting of the Planning Committee held on 14th January 2016 Present: Councillors: Angland (Chair), Byrne, Cook, Haines, Haylock, Matthews, Monks, Shearly-Sanders, Wilson, Whiting, Wiltshire and Young. The Chair welcomed Miss Penny Cook to the Council. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence had been received from Councillors Fraser, Free and Sheldrick. These apologies were accepted. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST There were no declarations of interest. QUESTION & ANSWER SESSION WITH CHRISTINE THURLOW, MANAGER OF THE DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OF BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCIL Councillors were able to discuss with Ms. Thurlow aspects of the planning procedures. The Chair thanked Ms. Thurlow for attending the meeting. It was felt that this session had been extremely useful and it was agreed that more time be given for another session with Ms. Thurlow in the future. MINUTES The Minutes of the Meeting of the Committee held on the 12th November 2015 was confirmed as a correct record and signed. MATTERS ARISING Neighbourhood Plan The meeting with Bill Newman had now taken place. Babergh District Council Officers, Nick Ward and Mike Evans would be meeting with the Chair and the Clerk on the 20th January 2016 regarding the Neighbourhood Plan. Any Other Relevant Business i) The Chair thanked Councillor Monks for informing the residents of Benton Street that the chicane option put forward by Suffolk County Council would not be going ahead. ii) The Clerk advised that the McCarthy Stone website had now been corrected iii) A Boards would be discussed at the next Environment & General Purposes Committee with Suffolk County Council and Babergh District Council Officers. iv) A Babergh District Councillor was investigating the Section 106 monies issue on behalf of the Council. Councillor Byrne provided the Clerk with an e.mail she had received on this matter. TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING The Committee noted the Officer Delegated Decisions made on Thursday 10th December 2015: B/15/01519 2 Sun Court Gardens, Ann Beaumont Way, Erection of outbuilding. Approval was recommended B/15/01587 Land adjacent to 7 The Green, Erection of two-storey end terrace dwelling, attached to south-east side of no. 7 The Green and construction of new vehicular access to serve no. 7 The Green (existing vehicular access to be retained for use by proposed dwelling) Approval was recommended B/15/01579 28 Aldham Road Erection of single-storey and first-floor rear extensions. Approval was recommended The Committee considered the applications for Planning Consent, details of which are listed below and upon which the following decisions were reached:B/15/01283 The Deanery, Church Walk, Application for Listed Building Consent – Renew the existing north and south valley rainwater pipes in 100mm diameter cast iron with lead overflow chutes. Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous) B/15/01580 41 Stockton Close, Erection of shed, Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous) B/15/01664 36 Aldham Road, Erection of a single-storey rear extension, conversion of loft and insertion of 3 no. dormer windows. Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous)
Additional Application: B/15/01687 Keejays Limited, Lady Lane Industrial Estate Erection of two-storey rear extension to existing industrial unit to provide warehousing, changing rooms and offices. Approval was recommended (Voting was unanimous) TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING The Committee noted the Schedule of Decisions of the Local Planning Authority. NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN The Chair advised that the Working Party had met on the 12th January 2016 and over the Christmas Period the retail and business surveys had been hand delivered to all outlets in the town. This had provided the group with an up to date list of all the retail and business outlets for their records. Responses have already been received which is encouraging. There has been a lot of information collected and the Group are now in the process of putting together a tentative plan. Councillors Angland and Cook will be visiting St. Mary’s Primary School to work with the pupils on town planning. Although all the schools have been contacted St. Mary’s is the only one to have contacted the Working Group. ANY OTHER RELEVANT BUSINESS Councillor Haylock reported that a garage had been built at the back of the Royal Bengal without planning permission. Babergh District Council’s Enforcement Officer has visited the site and instructed that that the garage be removed within six months and the whole area needs to be cleared up. The Clerk advised that the Hadleigh Market Feoffment Charity may have to submit a Listed Building Consent as urgent repair works is required to the roof of the Town Hall.
Hadleigh Craft & Food Fair 6th November 2016
This hugely popular Fair organised by Hadleigh Market Feoffment Charity will take place in the Town Hall/Guildhall Complex in Hadleigh, Suffolk on Sunday 6th November 2016 starting at 10:00am and finishing at 4:00pm. There will be several stalls selling foods, drinks and various crafts throughout the Complex. Refreshments will be available in the Dining Room. Anyone interested in details regarding booking a stall for this event should contact Hadleigh Town Council on 01473 823884 and ask for Sue Munson or via e-mail admin@hadleightowncouncil.co.uk. Closing date for bookings is 30th September 2016. Please see our website for forms/further information www.hadleightownhall.co.uk/events
HADLEIGH ANNUAL TOWN MEETING will be held in
THE DINING ROOM, HADLEIGH on TUESDAY 19th APRIL 2016 at 7.30 pm MORE DETAILS WILL BE PUBLISHED IN APRIL’S HADLEIGH COMMUNITY NEWS
All residents are entitled to attend this open meeting. If you wish to have an issue relating to the town discussed at the meeting, please contact the Town Council Office by the 11th March 2016 so that an item can be included on the Agenda. All questions must be submitted to the Town Clerk in writing prior to the meeting.
Please see April’s Hadleigh Community News for further details Councillor Mrs Sue Angland, Town Mayor
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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 17 February 2016 were: • District Council report The implementation of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) had been approved and would take effect from 11 April 2016. It would apply to most new residential development and some retail sites, who would pay £115 per sq metre – small parishes such as Layham would receive 15% of this. • County Council report Cllr Jones said a redesign of rural transport had been announced recently and a re-tendering process had been carried out. In future there would be one bus authority for Babergh, who would sub-contract the service. This should provide better value for money and lead to a better, more integrated service. Children’s services in Suffolk had undergone an Ofsted inspection before Christmas and the report had rated the county ‘good’ – of the 78 authorities inspected to date only 22% had been judged ‘good’, and none as ‘outstanding’. • Emergency Plan It was agreed that a working party should be established to finalise the draft plan, which would then be brought to the full council for adoption at the May meeting. • Defibrillators Following the initial CPR training session, it was agreed to organise the first session for parishioners during March. See separate advertisement under. • Speed limits Steve Merry, Assistant Area Manager of SCC’s Highways department, had produced a draft report requesting that the 30mph speed limit in Upper Layham should be extended; this had been circulated prior to the meeting and would go to SCC’s Speed Committee in March. Some amendments / additions to this were agreed, which the Clerk would ask to be incorporated into the final report. It was agreed that the PC should lobby for the 30mph speed limit in Stoke Road to be extended to the parish boundary. • Old Orchard All the residents had received a letter confirming the course of action; two trees – a pear and an apple – had now been planted. • Annual Parish Meeting It was agreed to follow the same format as in previous years, but following the reports members of the Layham Local History Group would give a presentation: “Layham in the newspapers 1760 – 1914”. The Clerk would invite other parish organisations to speak. • Annual Spring Clean – 10am on Saturday 27 February Posters had been put up around the village and the Clerk would send out a community email; a risk assessment had been prepared. Meeting points would be the Playing Field in Upper Layham and the Queen’s Head in Lower Layham. • May Parish Council meeting (AGM) The new date of Wednesday 18 May 2016 had been confirmed. • Transparency Code funding An application for Transparency Code funding of £1,050 for the current financial year was approved. This would enable the PC to purchase a dedicated laptop and scanner for use of the Clerk, and included a contribution towards training costs. A further application for funding could be made during the next financial year towards website improvement, in order to comply with the Code. St. Andrewʼs – your Parish Church Services for March Sunday 6th 9.30 am Morning Worship (Mothering Sunday) Sunday 13th 9.15 am Sung Eucharist Sunday 20th 9.30 am Café Church (Palm Sunday) Tuesday 22nd 7.30 pm Eucharist with meditation Friday 25th 3.00 pm An Hour at the Cross (Good Friday) Sunday 27th 9.15 am Sung Eucharist (Easter Sunday)
Hot Sunday Lunch Our next lunch is on Sunday 10th April from 12.00 in the Village Hall.
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Mondays 7th and 21st March at 11 am - 12.30 pm Calling all gardeners and cooks When you are sowing seeds or taking cuttings please make up an extra tray for our annual Plant and Produce Sale on 15 May. This year we are also having a produce stall offering home-made bottled goods such as marmalade, jams, chutneys. If you can make a few pots between now and then – that would be appreciated. EARTH HOUR 2016 If you want the unique opportunity to show you care about the planet and connect with millions, make sure you sign up for Earth Hour 2016 – the world’s biggest celebration for our planet, and switch off your lights on Saturday 19 March between 8.30 and 9.30pm. If you want to learn more - type ‘Earth Hour’ into your search engine.
Layham Playing Field The winners of the 100 Club draw for January were: £15 Ticket No 46 Chitty, £10 Ticket No 96 Stevenson-Smythe And for February: £15 Ticket No 46 Chitty, £10 Ticket No 41 Mosley
Hedge cutting We have the hedges flailed every other year and this month was the 2016 turn. If the job is left for any longer than two years then the growth gets too large to be cut easily and we would see ugly torn branches. We hope we have done the job before birds start nesting – difficult to tell with such mild weather. Bird boxes Jim Cage used the playing field almost every day for a decade as he exercised his rescued dogs. Whilst he was out he was always on the lookout for bird life and was a fountain of knowledge about the birds that visited the field. When Jim died, his son Chris gave his collection of books to the playing field committee. They were sold to raise funds for a small project in memory of Jim. Thank you Jim and thank you Chris. As the first part of that legacy, Colin Brown has made twelve fine strong bird boxes which, with the help of his friends George Wyatt and Ron Gunn, have been
placed in trees around the field.
Layham Archive Thank you Christine Hempstead, Andrew Chilton, Lizzie Cousins and Richard Cranfield, all of whom responded to the appeal for box files. We will very soon have the Layham Archive cupboard fitted with boxes and be in a position to file and store our papers and photographs. Thank you also again to Colin Brown who has further modified the cupboard to make it fit for purpose.
From the Layham Archive Benton Street – ʻtwas ever thus! A newspaper report in the Bury and Norwich Post of Tuesday 27th January 1885 suggests that traffic in Benton Street has always been a problem! “On Monday January 19th, a collision occurred in Benton Street, between two traps, one of which was driven by Mr J. Welham of Raydon, farmer, and the other by Mr. Clover of Layham Mill. Mr.Welham’s trap was overturned and he and his son were thrown to the ground with considerable force, but they happily sustained no injuries beyond a severe shaking and a few bruises. Mr.
CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
We all ought to be confident with this life-saving activity. If someone in your home, or in a house nearby, suffered a cardiac arrest, would you like to be able to help? The Parish Council, as part of the programme to introduce defibrillators into the village, is offering FREE TRAINING sessions to increase your confidence. A set of dummies has been obtained, upon which we can all practise. The first session will be held at 3pm on Wednesday 17th March in the Village Hall. If you would like to book a place please phone Jane Cryer, our Parish Clerk on 07920 713940. If there is a high demand for the course we will run
Layham Playgroup
We can finally announce the results of our Ofsted Report which took place on 18th January 2016. We were awarded with an overall ‘Good’ which we are over the moon about. We were awarded ‘good’ for aspects such as; “Staff develop strong relationships with children and know them well. This contributes to the sense of security children have within the playgroup.” “The manager and small staff team work very well together.” “The playgroup has established good partnerships with parents.”, “This promotes continuity of learning between home and the playgroup.” We would like to say a HUGE thank you to all of our parents for your continued support with the playgroup as without you we wouldn’t be here. It really is a joy to see that other people who come into our sessions can see what a great playgroup family we are and how well we all work together to support the children in our care! DATE FOR YOUR DIARY…We are hosting an Easter egg fun trail on Wednesday 30th March at the playgroup hall, 10am-1pm. Tickets are £5 for children to include: Easter egg trail, craft activities, Spagetti Bolognese lunch, pudding, drink and Easter egg. Adults, free entry but option to book lunch for £4. Please pre book tickets to avoid disappointment on the day. 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 Our Toddler group takes place Wednesday mornings, 9.30-11.00am term time and is open to all children aged 0-5years. Parents are free to enjoy a hot drink (or cold) and a biscuit while their little ones let off steam joining in a variety of activities. Children also get to enjoy a small snack and cold drink during the morning.
Armchair Players
At our February meeting we read Halfway Up The Tree by Peter Ustinov which is set in the 1960s. We are a play reading group that meet on the second Monday of each month. For more information call Jackie on 01473 824229.
Hadleigh Steering Group Meeting 1st February 2016, 26 attendees
Notes of Proposals/Decisions/Actions Main Agenda item “Road Safety in Hadleigh” 1. Help Hadleigh Christmas Lunch The event was attended by 30 guests and 30 helpers. Feedback supported this new venture and the generous support from the town has left money to help support a future Christmas Event 2. Hadleigh Market Consultation Clare B advised that a total of 207 had responded to the Hadleigh Market survey. Consultation results to be published in the Community News and social media. 3. The Corn Exchange The Porch Project has been allowed to access the building for storage while the Deanery tower undertakes important structural work. 4. Main Agenda item: Road Safety in Hadleigh With the help of our guests from the police and SCC Highways office we were able to clarify their roles and responsibilities under very challenging financial restraints. It was very helpful for us all to have a variety of queries answered regarding “the letter of the law.” The relationship between cyclists and cars was generally felt to be good. While Hadleigh is fortunate not to evidence a high incidence of traffic accidents we should not be complacent. The roads will stay the same but the traffic, of all kinds, will increase. PROPOSAL: To return to this Agenda item, subject to focusing on specific aspects. 5. Decision: The new Steering Group Terms of Reference were adopted. 6. Our guest, Sarah Carter B.D.C explained the Tidy Town initiative. Sarah will work with us and support any future plans. Proposal: to organise a Tidy Town Group to help achieve a clean, safe and attractive environment for both locals and visitors. Main Agenda item for next meeting ‘Our Tidy Town Initiative’ NEXT MEETING: 14th March 4.15pm - 6.00pm at Hadleigh Pool and Leisure in the Social Room IMPORTANT: The numbers of people wishing to attend has increased. We welcome this interest and support but please let us know beforehand so we can arrange for everyone’s comfort and safety. Please email your attendance and/or suggests for future agenda items to Clare Boniface clare.boniface@babermidsuffolk.gov.uk or the Chairman snowdonjane@hotmail.co.uk
A more relaxing way to Car Boot!
Have the early morning starts of the traditional Car Boot Sale perhaps put you off going along to try your hand at selling your unwanted items or to find a bargain? Well, here’s a solution! Bridge Farm Barns in Monks Eleigh are hosting a late afternoon/evening Car Boot Sale on the last Friday of the month at 5pm starting in April and running through to September – a more relaxing way to trade! The cost is £5 per car or small van and the Corn Craft Tea Room will be open for refreshments. A few of these sales were held last year and were popular with traders and visitors alike. So now’s a good time to start that Spring sort out and put a date in the diary to turn your unwanted items into cash! For more info call 01449 740456 Bridge Farm Barns, Monks Eleigh, IP7 7AY
Itʼs our Tenth Anniversary!
You are Cordially invited to a Special Evening Friday 4th March at 7.30 pm - Bar open from 6.45 pm
IT SHOULDNʼT HAPPEN TO A VET
Films at the Ansell Centre were first presented ten years ago. From humble beginnings our programmes now reflect good DVD entertainment – films that at times are still on release in mainstream cinemas. One member of our founding committee is no longer with us due to tragic circumstances. Michael Newman was one of the Hadleigh vets, and this evening we pay tribute to him when we join forces through the books of James Herriot to present a classic film, IT SHOULDN'T HAPPEN TO A VET. 1975 was the year when this comedy film was released based on three of James Herriot's books. It features John Alderton, Lisa Harrow and Richard Griffiths in an all-star cast to bring you more than a smile on your faces! AS WELL AS OUR USUAL REFRESHMENTS, THERE WILL BE A BAR AND A RAFFLE TO RAISE MONEY FOR MIKE’S CHARITIES. Friday 18th March at 7.30 pm
SUFFRAGETTE (12)
This film is a stirring and riveting story of the early days of the Suffragette movement. It centres on Maud, a wife and mother, whose life is forever changed when she secretly joins the suffragette movement. The all-star cast includes Carey Mulligan, Helen Bonham Carter, Meryl Streep and Ben Whishaw. Set in 1912/13 the costumes and sets vividly and convincingly evoke a bygone age. The low- level mistreatment of women in the workplace is seen through the uncomplaining eyes of Maud who is forced to endure the leering and groping of her factory floor boss where she works at a Bethnal Green laundry. The importance of this film cannot be ignored. Tea, coffee and our ever popular choc-ices will be available during an appropriate interval. Both films cost £3.50 on the door (£2.50 for accompanied children). This is the tenth year since we opened, and we hope you will join us for our celebrations on March 4th please look out for the details.
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John, Marguerita, Nikki, Tina and Stuart would like to thank friends for the many cards of sympathy received. Also we would like to thank family and friends for attending Bella’s funeral. Thanks also to Pastor Greg Frost for a lovely service and for all his help. Many thanks to Mandy and staff at the East of England Funeral Services for all their help and support to us at a very sad time. Also many thanks to Dr Hainsworth of Bildeston Health Centre for his kind help and care he gave Bella and us over the last few months.
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Hadleigh Rugby Football Club (Eastern Counties 2nd League)
Fast & Furious XV 23rd January Felixstowe RFC 3 - Hadleigh RFC 60 A sea-mist spread over Felixstoweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coronation Sports Field. As it lifted, the throbbing engine of the Opposition was revealed; was Hadleigh dismayed? Trembling in our Rugby boots? Of course not, through the season the team had become a powerful, four-wheeled grunt-meister, ready for anything. After a slow start and after supergluing the scrum into an assertive setting, and some flowing passing from backs, Oli placed the first try, converted by Scott to get points on the board. Felixstowe pressed back hard winning a penalty kick but then were overwhelmed by a rampant Hadleigh that had been kicked into turbo by one of Mikeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mesmeric sashayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s through the centre. Tries from Karl and Rydog followed, building on great interplay between backs and forwards, with Captain Scott kicking well for the team. Bruising play in the middle left Scott bloodied but unbowed, later requiring stitches, he went off to be bandaged. Karl placed a late try for a half-time score 3 : 24. Hadleighâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scrum has proved to be the backbone of the successes of the season: unstoppable and immensely effective when the connection with the backs is made. A magical rubikâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cube of a front row meaning that however shuffled, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hydraulic punch remains the same. An early break out enabled Mikey to get the first try of the second half. Tom Lynge, making a big impact in his first game for the First XV, broke off a tackle to win another five points for the team on his debut - 3: 43. Hadleighâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s engine hummed like the V8 of a high performance car. An incredible try-scoring run took Crispy down the full length of the left hand side of the field, soon followed by a try from the Captain. atting opposition away like flies took Hadleigh to 3 : 48. Mikey, stripped of shirt, wriggled snake-like through a crowd of Felixstowe players to lay off to Scott to run the ball to touch. Felixstowe, despite being faced with a fast and furious Hadleigh, competed with a stoic pride until the game approached the whistle. Nursed grievances kicked off, with Mikey taking advantage of the fracas to score a final try. Whilst promotion is now a reach too far this season, the opportunity to stabilise and ready Hadleigh for 2017 needs to be seized. THE FORCE AWAKENS 30th January Hadleigh 1st XV 90 v Aldeburgh & Thorpeness 10 On a playing field far, far away from its townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s centre, Hadleigh RFC were imperious and in first order against the weakened resistance of Aldeburgh and Thorpeness. An early break allowed Mikey to place the first try. Fresh Aldeburgh punched back with a try of their own, before Hadleigh reached warp-speed. Shawn, captaining the side in the absence of Scott, punched holes in the Aldeburgh defence, laying off to Henri for the second try. New (and excellent) signing converted. The same move gave another try for Mikey. A flailing arm from Henri left an Aldeburgh man grounded and earnt a yellow card. This fired Hadleigh more and a terrific run down the wing by Crispy gave Karl try number 4: Soon followed by Shawn, a Chewbacca in full roar, ripping the ball and bolting 20 yards to the line. The connection between Forwards and Backs at its best. From powerful scrummaging the ball passed smoothly down the line for Mikey to score. Followed by a Rydog try in similar style and then Shawn â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Chewbaccaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; again to finish the half 48 : 5. Aldeburgh & Thorpeness started second half a man down, Mikey pulled on a Green and Black shirt to even the odds - and naturally became a magnet to Hadleigh tackles. Hadleigh continued where they had left off, with Henri chasing and diving onto the ball, Aldeburgh, with a second wind, got a second try soon after. Karl scored next, and then Henri recompensing for his dismissal, landed the next. The next phase of play was a machine gun of action with Ben, Crispy and Henri each getting to the line. As so often in this situation, the momentum from the game seemed to dissipate, with just one more try - a great run from Crispy - leaving the whistle to blow at 93 : 10. Players over both games: Scott Milton (Captain), Shawn Van Rensberg (Vice Captain) Andy Pierce, David Stiff, Karl Atherton, Neil Crisp, Henri Clements, Lee Wright, Ben Hindley, Mikey Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Halloran, Ryan â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Rydogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Steer, Tom Lynge, Matt Davies, Matthew Short, Rob Davey,vAdam Moore, Eddie Banks, Sam Bridge, Peter Grant, Ray Seager, Oli Beckerlegge, Ali Heywood, Stuart Rogers. Coach: Matthew Short. Marcus Gallagher, Hadleigh RFC Youth Chairman
Stoke by Nayland GC Mail on Sunday Classic
Stoke by Nayland’s Mail on Sunday Classic team went into their first round match against Colchester GC full of confidence. The match was played in cold, windy conditions on the Gainsborough Course. Stoke by Nayland were hoping to emulate their 2015 success when they went through to Round 7 before losing a tight match, away from home, against Thorpe Hall. Team Captain Marcus Harden had picked a team to try to match Allan Sharrocks (Colchester), the strength of the Colchester Colchester MOS Captain, Stoke by single figure golfers and it took a playoff to separate the two clubs. Nayland MOS Captain, Trevor Warren (Stoke by Nayland). First out for Stoke was Ian McKay who was evenly matched against his Colchester opponent, off 6 and 5 handicaps respectively. The matches are played off a full difference in handicaps in this competition. The match finished with the Stoke player one down. The overall match was then levelled when Mark Chaplin, making his debut, won 2 up. A loss by Dave Holland then gave the impetus back to Colchester but a half point by Ian Benson and a very good win by Stoke by Nayland’s fifth player, Trevor Warren, meant it was 2 ½ - 2 ½ draw. In this competition the designated fifth named players in the team go back to the first tee for a sudden death handicap competition. Unfortunately Trevor was not able to match the par of the Colchester player, Allen Sharrocks, on the first hole and the match was a victory for Stoke’s near neighbours. A disappointing end to the day for Stoke by Nayland but a well deserved win for Colchester.
Early Spring at Hadleigh Bowling Club
Even though the outdoor season is some 6 weeks away (mid April) there is a lot going on at the Stone Street Club. From early January through to the end of March we have our internal Short Mat league which has 11 teams competing this winter. This is in addition to our Ipswich and District League fixtures in which we enter 2 teams, the Spinners and Weavers. Our fortunes have been mixed as usual but it looks as though we are finishing stronger that we started back in September. To get the outdoor season going we have our annual “Early Spring Men’s Coffee Morning” on Saturday 19 March 10.00 to Mid Day; so called because the male members of the club provide the home made cakes and the coffee. It is an opportunity to get together after the winter break and also to welcome potential new members who can simply have a look at what the club has to offer without the pressure of having to have a bowl. The U3A Painting and Water Colour Art Group meet at our Club on the first and third Mondays of each month and have done so for some 2 years now so we are particularly pleased that they are putting on an exhibition and sale of their work in conjunction with our Coffee Morning on the 19 March. This is a new venture for both of us and both clubs are looking forward to the event. Our outdoor season kicks off with a working party over the weekend of 9/10 April to prepare the grounds for the season ahead and then a drive and supper on the following Saturday 16 April. We will be holding an Open Weekend for all newcomers on 30 April / 1 May and more details of that will be in the April HCN.
Hadleigh Bowling Club Invites you to the Bowling Clubs
Annual Men's Coffee Morning, and Art Exhibition by the U3A Painting and Watercolour Art Group This will be held at the Bowling Club’s premises in
Stone Street Street, Hadleigh IP7 6DN on Saturday 19th March from 10.00 am till 12.00 noon Entrance Fee of £1.00 will include Coffee /Tea and a large slice of homemade Cake (made by the male members of the Bowling Club) with an opportunity to view and maybe purchase U3A members' work
The Lions Club of Ipswich Pre-Loved and Nearly New Table Top Sale
The Lions Club of Ipswich will be holding another one of their fantastic PreLoved and Nearly New Table Top Sales on Saturday 5th March at the St Raphael Club, 26 High Field Road (Off Norwich Road) Ipswich, IP1 6DA from 1pm until 3pm. Tables cost just £5, so if you have items you wish to sell, this is a great opportunity to make some spending money for yourself. With refreshments available, free parking and free admission, if you’re the sort of person that likes a bargain, then why not pop along and spend the afternoon having a good rummage around the tables. To book a table to sell your wares contact Maggie on 01473 259899.
ST MARY’S HADLEIGH www.stmaryshadleigh.co.uk 01473 527499 The Hadleigh Deanery Office at St Mary’s is open from 10am-12noon, Monday-Friday
SERVICES FOR MARCH: Sunday 6 March (Mothering Sunday) 10.45am Family Morning Worship 12.15pm Shortened Eucharist 6pm Informal Worship Sunday 13 March Bistro Communion Thursday 17 March 7.30pm High Mass Sunday 20 March - Palm Sunday 10.30am Morning Worship at the URC 12.15pm Shortened Eucharist
HOLY WEEK: Wednesday 23 March 2pm St Mary’s School Easter Service Thursday 24 March - Maundy Thursday 7.30pm Eucharist, foot washing and prayer vigil Friday 25 March - Good Friday 9.30am Stations of the Cross 10.30am CTiH Walk of Witness, from St Mary’s 10am-2pm FROGs Easter Activity Day 3pm An hour at the Cross at St Layham Saturday 26 March - Holy Saturday 6.30pm Easter Vigil and Renewal of Baptismal Vows Sunday 27 March - Easter Sunday 8am Said Eucharist (BCP) 10.45am Sung Eucharist EVERY SUNDAY 8am Said Eucharist (BCP) EVERY TUESDAY 11am Mattins (or Communion on 1st Tuesday) at the Row Chapel, George Street 1.30-2.45pm Tadpoles, for babies, toddlers and their carers 6.30-8.30pm Porch Project (for teenagers) EVERY WEDNESDAY 7.30am Morning Prayer and Communion followed by breakfast EVERY FRIDAY 9.30am-12noon Café Church, including short all-age service at 10am 7.30-10pm Porch Project We are now on Facebook! Follow the link from the main church website: www.stmaryshadleigh.co.uk and read what’s there so far. www.hadleighcommunitynews.co.uk
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Hadleigh Eight Bells Youths 1990
Pictured are the Hadleigh Eight Bells Youth team in 1990 when they won the Haverhill Knockout trophy beating KJ Rangers in the final 5 goals to 1. They later joined the Men’s League and became Otto Campanelli, helped and sponsored by the late Gianni and of course Linda Baldissin of the Eight Bells who were both always a tremendous help to the club.
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Sally takes a Bow at Newton Green
A year of slings and arrows could be on the horizon for Newton Green Golf Club’s new ladies’ captain Sally Cade. She hails from Nottingham, and dressed up as Robin Hood for her frosty morning drive-in. Friar Tuck, Maid Marion, the Sheriff of Nottingham and a whole host of other characters from the forest turned up to support the recently retired Colchester school games teacher. Vice captain Rebecca Evans (Maid Marion), The big crowd on the first captain Sally Cade (Robin Hood) tee then saw her hit an and Di Cunningham (Friar Tuck) arrow-like drive of long bow proportions down the fairway. The opening shot of her season travelled 194 yards, a record for a ladies drive-in at the club, and beat a few drives by some incoming male captains in recent years. Before starting her season, Sally watched retiring captain Sheila Walter conclude her year by putting out on the 18th green. Drive-in results: 10-hole Stableford, 53 Angela Chapman and Susan Sills, 51 Sue Thurgate and Pat Walsh, 50 (ocb) Glenys Grove and Clarice Chittenden, 50 Pat Hawkins and Sue Hobbs.
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The Lady Vets Black Tee Monday
The Lady Vets ventured forth on the back nine of the Gainsborough on Monday, 8th February for a nine holes Stableford off the new short course black tees. It didn’t really speed up the round although everyone was battling against the increasingly fierce winds of Storm Imogen. The winning score of 29 points by birthday girl, Christine McVeigh, sounded more than respectable! Anne Hemmings was second with 25 Christine McVeigh, winner with points and Rosie Allen was third with 29 points over 9 holes as well as 22. The competition also coincided celebrating her birthday, chips out with Chinese New Year so an extra of the bunker on the 18th prize was given for the best score on the 4th and 9th holes of play (the lucky numbers for the year of the Firery Red Monkey) Lesley Hithcock won with 6 points. A quiz on all things Chinese was also devised to fill in the walking time between green and tee. Lesley Hitchcock, Debbie Howlett and Nina Deasy were first and won some Chinese Rice Crackers – all they could ever want in the world! After play we were invited to the Gallery bar to celebrate Gill Dutton and Christine McVeigh’s special birthdays - there was cake a-plenty, candles and balloons and it was such a pleasure to see all the non-players and social members who came to join them. Special thanks to Gill and to Christine for their hard work and hospitality and to Teresa Porter who came along with a sample of her own baking – now that is always a pleasure! We were also pleased to see the photograph Pat Dewsbury produced of her with Terry Wogan when he visited Stoke-by-Nayland many years ago. Pat seems to recall it was some time in the 1990’s. Pat is very pleased with the photograph, as she should be, it is a lovely one of them both together.
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Hadleigh Farmers Market has ceased to operate, however I have taken over the arrangement with St. Marys Church and am re-branding the event as Hadleigh Craft and Produce Market. The event will take place on the first friday of each month, as previously from 9.30am until 1pm. The first Market will be on Friday 4 March. The by know familiar yellow signs will continue to be placed around the town in the days before each event. In the hope that we can attract more exhibitors and footfall to the event, it will be renamed to encourage stall holders in addition to food suppliers, though there will still be a good selection of food offerings. If any readers make or produce and would like to have a table at the event, these are available (£10 if booked/paid in advance, or £15 on the day subject to availability) St. Marys host a coffee morning every friday in the church, which is a well attended event, so there is already an established group of attendees. This event is arranged to support the regular weekly friday outdoors market, and in the hope of bringing visitors to the town to visit our other shop owners on the High Street. Any interested parties should contact Helen on 07738 940054 or email charlottescc@btinternet.com with any questions.
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Sarah Holden has qualified to swim at the European Masters Championships being held in May 2016 at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Pool in Stratford, London. Sarah competed on the 7th February in Sudbury at the Suffolk Masters and won three Gold Medals and one Silver Medal. (See attached photo). Hadleigh Swimming Club will be sponsoring her entry fees, however, if there is a company who would also like to sponsor Sarah at this prestigious event please contact Hadleigh Swimming Club c/o Carey Fraulo. Suffolk County Championships were held over the last two weekends (13,14 February and 20,21 February) at Crown Pools Ipswich. Hadleigh Swimming Club had six swimmers who qualified, Adam Morsman, Fin Kirk, Will White, Alfie Fraulo, Elliot Gladwell and Sophie Lander. Sophie Lander did exceptionally well achieving 1 Gold Medal, 5 Silver Medals and 3 Bronze, as seen in the attached photograph. Alfie Fraulo and Elliot Gladwell both achieved good PB's. The photographs show Sarah's medal haul at Sudbury and a proud Sophie Lander with her medals. The Club is very proud of our swimmers achievements, however, the club is looking for a new swimming coach, as our present coach, Alex Deal is stepping down from his coaching role after three years at the helm to concentrate on his career at the Ipswich Building Society. Alex has produced some great swimmers as illustrated by their achievements hopefully there is someone out there who may like to take on the coaching role for the Hadleigh Swimming Club. Any interested party should contact the club www.hadleighswimmingclub.co.uk
Hadleigh Cricket Club Adult Winter training sessions
All these training sessions are FREE. These have been organised from 2 - 4 pm every Sunday at St. Joseph's College. The dates are as follows:- 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th March and 10th April. If you know anybody that might be interested in playing cricket for HCC this year, please don't hesitate to bring them along as well! If you have any questions about the sessions or adult cricket for HCC, contact Ben Wallis (1st Team Captain) on 07502 417522 or email him at wallis2008@live.co.uk.
Hadleigh Carpet Bowls Club
We are fast approaching the end of the 2015/16 Winter League and the club currently enjoy a comfortable mid table position. Recent performances at home have been solid against Shotley and Polstead which will hopefully see us in good heart for the forthcoming tussle with near neighbours Whatfield in March. The season ends with a difficult away match at table topping Rivers Ipswich before we begin to plan for the summer season. If you would like to come along and see for yourselves what goes on at Beaumont Primary School Thursday evenings from 7.30.until 10 give our Captain David a call on 01473 822814
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Hadleigh United Football Club
Sponsored by Hadleigh Tyre Group and Toppesfield Ltd www.hadleigh-utd.co.uk In last month’s notes we had three wins to celebrate. However, this time the boot is on the other foot with four defeats from five matches. The rot set in with a three goal beating at Fakenham and that was followed by a narrow defeat at Newmarket. Then Long Melford scored the only goal at the Millfield before a draw was achieved from a Friday night match against Haverhill. A long trip to Godmanchester ended in a heavy defeat by four goals although it must be emphasised that we had a number of promising youngsters on duty against strong opposition. The Reserves have been doing splendidly with a three goal win against Wivenhoe being followed with a four goal success against Whitton. A win at Brantham was next on the list before Saffron Walden were beaten by two goals at the Millfield. The Thurlow Nunn youth team have suffered narrow defeats at Sudbury and Brightlingsea in recent weeks. But a draw was achieved against Brightlingsea in the return match. The youngsters play their games midweek. Prize Winners in the monthly draw were George Morzek and Roger Rush. The Ground Improvement winner was Rolf Beggerow. Both draws were made by committee man Lee Day at the Godmanchester match.
Hadleigh United Fixtures
First team fixtures for March begin on Saturday 5th at home to Fakenham. On Friday 11th an away trip to Long Melford is followed by a home match against Ipswich Wanderers on Saturday 19th. A trip to Thetford on Saturday 26th ends the month. The Reserves go to Wivenhoe on Thursday 3rd before a home fixture follows against Brantham on Thursday 8th. Diss come to the Millfield for a home game on Saturday 12th and that will be followed by a journey to Halstead on Friday 18th. A home game follows against Brightlingsea on Saturday 26th. The Thurlow Nunn youth team go to Ipswich Wanderers for a cup match on Tuesday 1st. Any alterations will be on the club website.
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Twelve pairs of ladies took part in a 9 hole greensomes competition on the 4th February. The Gainsborough course is beginning to dry, however, the weather insists on raining at least twice a week so it is taking its time. Winners of the 9 golf competition with 17 points were Lesley Garnett and Barbara Jones. Second were Roz Clements and Gwen Broadhead with 15 points and third Anne Hemmings and Edel Rew with 13 points. Lady Captain Betty Cox’s chosen charity for her captain’s year is the Children’s Society. Following the golf, she had invited Russell Rolph from Showing off the prizes for the Lady the Society to give a short talk about Captainʼs chosen charity fund the society and its work. The ladies raiser and social event are Lady had also been invited to bring on Captain, Betty Cox, with Russell photographs of themselves as Rolph from the Childrenʼs Society children for everyone to see if they could guess who belonged to which image. A quiz was enjoyed and a fund raiser involving guessing the name of a rag doll was won by Joan Landen.
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