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Hadleigh Old School’s June
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Colchester Castle: Sailing:
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Walk to the Church as part of the VE Day Celebrations: SATs breakfasts:
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Rebecca Moss Guyver in conversation with Robert Carr
New York Artist Drawn to New Generation at Benton End
In the May edition of Hadleigh Community News, Robert Carr reviewed the successful ‘Inspired by Benton End’ exhibition held at Hadleigh Old School.
Robert took the opportunity to speak with Rebecca Moss Guyver, one of the eight exhibiting artists. She told him about her journey from New York to Hadleigh.
“Although I will always be a New Yorker – I lived on the Upper West Side until I was in my mid-twenties
tremendous surprise. My family spent summers on a little island
locals and shared a sense of independence that I recognised.
Patrick, my husband, and I took the ferry from the Netherlands to the UK and drove around the M25 to most of the places you could commute to
At this point in time, I have spent about as long here as I did in NYC24 years. I wasn’t aware of the high density of accomplished artists I would meet and collaborate with but, if I had known, I certainly would
I suspect most artists have the dream of showing work at the Royal Academy. It’s a highly competitive and subjective process to get work accepted that requires a spoonful of luck.
In 2023, the year I showed, Clare Woods RA was one of the selectors, and the theme was Only Connect. My paintings ‘Cat People’ and ‘Dog and Pony Show’ ticked two boxes. They were still life paintings – Clare Woods often works in still life, and the theme suggested my process, bringing disparate things together to make a connection. I had both pieces shortlisted, and ‘Cat People’ was ultimately hung.
was delighted to sell. Would that all the Inspired by Benton End artists get the amazing opportunity to hang at the RA!
I saw Cedric Morris’s paintings at London’s Garden Museum in 2018 and was an instant admirer. I heard that the garden at Benton End was being restored when Sophie Skelton came to my Open Studio the summer before Covid.
However, it wasn’t until Dominica Yannaghas assembled our Inspired by Benton End group that I visited the site of the East Anglian School of Painting. We were all a little lightheaded by the experience of painting and drawing on the grounds and felt like we were in Art School together.
The last six months have been a journey of discovery, experimentation and camaraderie. As well as visiting the gardens and Benton End House, our group has delved into the history of Cedric, Lett-Haines and the students, looked at paintings and made responses to all we saw and learned.
This exhibition has been the culmination of the time spent there and
largely unknown group of artists to them would pull together a body delighted by what we have accomplished and have had plenty of positive feedback about the exhibition.”
Rebecca, along with fellow Old School exhibitors Lynne Campen, Sarah Figlio, Judith Glover, Annabel Ridley and Dominica Yannaghas, will be opening her studio to the public during June. Details can be found on www.su olkopenstudios.org
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Address igh treet, adleigh, uffolk, I D More great music in Aldham Church!
Midsummer’s Eve, Friday 20 June
Doors open at 19.00
Simon Welham and his wife Rebecca will entertain us with a varied programme to delight the ear whilst drinks and nibbles are consumed and the beautiful setting is enjoyed.
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Students and under 16s free, and most welcome All proceeds to St Mary’s Church, Aldham, IP7 6NP TICKETS 07906 912 056
Lavenham Carpet Bowls Club
Marilyn Beatham
Saturday,7 June 2025
11.00 am to 5.00 pm
Adults: £5 (cash only), Under 16s: Free
With over 20 gardens to explore and refreshments available in the Village Hallthroughout the day.
Proceeds will be shared between St Elizabeth Hospice in Ipswich and Kersey Projects for community events. Contact us at: kerseyprojects@gmail.comfor further details.
News from Kersey Primary School
Oak (KS2)
Sapling (KS1)
Acorn (E FS)
Dates for your diary – please come along!
‘On a journey together’
Bildeston Carpet Bowls Club
Our Summer League Fixture List is as follows;
COMBINE CULTURE & COFFEE WITH FRIENDS on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m at Long Melford Village Hall CO10 9QJ (opp The Bull Hotel)
WEDNESDA 18 JUNE 2025
THE ECLECTIC VICTORIAN GARDEN
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Life at The Shelley Centre
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11th June 2025 8pm Price £20 THE BENOIT MARTINY BAND
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This fantastic outfit have, since 1998, brought together some of the area’s top musicians to create their own distinct brand of fast-moving, hard-hitting, foot-tapping contemporary big band jazz.
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Lee Sands Climbs Nine Peaks for a Cause Close to Home
hand the challenges they and their families navigate every day. That’s why I’m raising funds for Autism Anglia, a charity that provides essential support, education, and services to autistic individuals and their families. “This will be one of the hardest things I’ve ever done—physically and mentally—but it’s nothing compared to the daily challenges faced by those living with autism. Every donation, big or small, will go towards
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Upcoming Lavenham Sinfonia Concerts at Lavenham Church
Summer Concert – 22 June 2025
Celebrating 500 years of Lavenham Church Tower – 6 July 2025 A venue steeped in history
POLSTEAD FILMS BRIDGET JONES: MAD ABOUT THE BOY
Friday 13 June, 2025 at Polstead Village Hall - Doors open 7 pm
The film starts at 7.30pm and will finish at around 9.45pm
“The sequel we didn’t know we needed, Mad About The Boy is a heartfelt, charming return to the chaos surrounding the one and only Bridget Jones. You might even shed a few tears.”
“It’s particularly lovely to see Renée Zellweger’s Bridget interact with Hugh Grant’s Daniel Cleaver.”
Tickets £5.00 - Email polsteadfilms@gmail.com to reserve or buy in Polstead Community Shop
All proceeds in aid of Polstead Village Hall Charity No. 304933
Sudbury Symphony Orchestra
“Fantasy for violin with orchestra and harp, with
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Hadleigh Garden Club
“The Past, Present and Future
per meeting. For more information contact: Tel: Angie on 07946 744457 or hadleighgardenclub@gmail.com
Hadleigh Hares Make Their Mark at the TCS London Marathon
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Firstly, Stuart Price “So that’s the big one done for this year. What a great experience and one that I will cherish. I’ve applied for the TCS London Marathon more times than I can remember and 2025 was the year. I was over the moon to be
I was just short of a personal best and the target I set myself, but I’m not complaining. It was my second marathon and I guess I’m still learning. It’s great to set goals, but anything can happen on the day. It’s a privilege to even run a marathon!
A big thank you to my family and friends for their support. It was very much appreciated. Thank you to those who have kindly donated to my
Here is how Kevin Carpenter described his day.
“WOW, what a day at The 2025 TCS London Marathon.
most amazing crowd. The atmosphere was insane and at times gave me goosebumps. The run itself went as well as I could possibly hope (despite being
Probably my proudest achievement in terms of executing a game plan that included getting so many things right including consistent pacing, nutrition and hydration thanks to the help and advice from Mat Blacoe.
Had to dig deep coming out of Canary Wharf, but away along The Embankment. Running past my family and friends at mile
I was running for a Disabled Children’s Charity Caudwell Children. The lucky with a ballot place. My fundraising has been incredible with so much support coming from my home Golf Club, Hintlesham GC with my total
And nally, Julia Bilotta.
“Gaining a ballot place in the 2025 London Marathon came as a big shock
I won’t tell anyone but of course I did and a year later I was lining up in Blackheath waiting to start, the 4th hottest London Marathon on record.
should take care to ensure we were well hydrated and to slow our pace.
if I took it steady I could do it if I listened to my body. I just wanted to
my family. Tears welled up and it was so good to see them waiting for me.
station to sort out a sore toe but soon I was back on track.
time a phone call came through from my amazing friend Geraldine who gave me good talking to and told me to get on with it. I kept steady and took regular gels and water - the miles passed and the crowds were amazing. Yet more tears and spiralling emotions. My whole body was hurting but I just kept going. The last 4 plus miles were a blur but strangely I felt strong knowing I would be crossing the line soon. I passed Buckingham Palace and came into the Mall and then there I saw my family shouting and waving from the grandstand. It was the best feeling ever and as i it. I’d run the London Marathon and had the medal to prove it.
If you are interested in joining our friendly running club or would consider being a coach, please contact us at secretary@hadleighhares.co.uk
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