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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR Mother Nature is having quite an impact on my life right now, mostly positive, but not entirely! I’m looking after grandma’s chickens for a few days while she’s away. It’s not difficult: put them in, let them out, give them some grain… job done. Except not this time! Last night one of them went missing and I found myself clucking around the garden for about an hour in torrential rain trying to find her. I can only image how ridiculous I looked but I most certainly wasn’t laughing. Of course I didn’t find her so spent a restless night wondering how to tell grandma that Blossom was done for.

When I went to let the others out this morning, there she was waiting for me in all her glory, perfectly dry, well-rested and seemingly happy. A bit too happy for my liking!

Meanwhile, back at home a mummy blackbird (I’ve called her Maralyn because she’s very beautiful) has taken up residence under the roof of our little outdoor lean-to, a place I like to sit with a book when the weather allows. She’s busily feeding four babies, constantly flying back and forth all day long. I must say I admire/envy her energy and it is a rather beautiful thing to see, but she’s making my garden a no-go area as every time I open the door she abandons her chicks and sits on the wall until I leave. I imagine she’s sitting there muttering “here she comes again… what is it this time… can’t she see I’m busy… what is she wearing?”. I end up feeling guilty for invading ‘her’ space so I retreat indoors and leave her to it. I haven’t even put the bins out this week because I’m afraid to scare her away. How would I cope with four baby blackbirds? Not very well I suspect.

I don’t suppose she and her babies will be there for very long and despite the inconvenience (and the mess, but let’s not go there right now) I’m glad we have given them a safe place to hatch. I do love living in the countryside.

Even those of us who live in Suffolk towns and villages are never far from a wide open space and a big sky view. We really are incredibly lucky and when better weather lands, as surely it must, I hope you have the opportunity and the means to get about to explore or simply admire our surroundings.

You may not have to go very far, unless your garden is out of bounds too!

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NEWS STOWMARKET FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL Stowmarket Town Council is thrilled to host the 2019 Stowmarket Food & Drink Festival alongside the Museum of East Anglian Life’s Annual CAMRA Beer Festival on Sunday 7 July.

The Theatre Kitchen will be returning to the beautiful John Peel Centre, showcasing the best local chefs. We’re also pleased to announce the addition of the craft gin bar at the centre.

This year also sees the festival teaming up with other local businesses for fringe events across the town. Keep an eye on our website and social media for more updates.

Stowmarket really will be the place to be for food and drink on July 7.

We’ll see you there!

GIRLGUIDING IN STOWMARKET Girlguiding UK launched an exciting new programme last year and all Rainbow, Brownie, Guide and Ranger groups in Stowmarket have embraced the new initiatives and challenges and have been gaining skills and badges which are fun and relevant for girls and young women in the 21st century. Camping and enjoying the outdoors is still a highlight for so many girls, but we also learn about such things as online safety, having a voice and being actively involved in recycling. Recently girls have been trying their skills at archery, seeing police dogs in action and learning about which tools to use for which job.

There are groups for girls aged from five to 18 years meeting on different days all around Stowmarket. If you know of anyone who would like to join us and be part of this wonderful organisation that gives us so many opportunities, get in touch with Stowmarket District Commissioner Anne Richardson on 07974 360328 or register online at: www.girlguiding.org.uk Rainbows: age 5-7 / Brownies: age 7-11 Guides: age 10-14 / Rangers: age 14-18

COMBS CHURCH STRAWBERRY FAYRE The Teddy Bear Raffle at Combs Church Strawberry Fayre was won by Zizzy Barnes of Stowmarket. The bear has been safely rehomed and will be well loved.

SALVATION ARMY CHARITY MOTORBIKE RIDE Despite the awful weather on Saturday, June 8, more than 20 bikers turned out to support the annual Stowmarket Salvation Army Charity Motorbike Ride. Organisers this year were worried about the weather conditions, so were delighted by the support shown on the day. Marshalls and riders braved the rain and wind to have an enjoyable morning in the beautiful Suffolk countryside, welcomed back with hot coffee and a delicious BBQ. A total of £280 was raised which will be used to help purchase a defibrillator, a vital piece of equipment to help save lives. If you require any details about the annual ride, please contact: jenny.johnson@salvationarmy.org.uk

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NEWS DISTRICT COUNCILLOR REPORT Submitted by Councillors Rachel Eburne and Keith Welham, Haughley, Wetherden and Stowupland Ward District Council Election Results The recent election created ‘no-overall control’ at MSDC. Despite the Conservative Group only getting 41 per cent of the vote, together with one Independent Councillor they used the chair’s casting vote to select a leader, Councillor Suzie Morley, Cabinet and all committee chairs bar one.

Keith Welham will continue for another year as chair of Overview and Scrutiny with Keith Scarff, Liberal Democrat, as vice-chair. Rachel Eburne will continue as leader of the Green Group, with Andrew Stringer as deputy leader.

Joint Local Plan The agreement of the Regulation 18 Draft Joint Local Plan is due at the June council meeting. This draft will set out the preferred strategic policies, development management policies and site allocations to guide and support development in the two districts. A cross-party working group of councillors from both districts has been set up to work on the final draft with officers. Once this draft is agreed it will go out for public consultation.

Neighbourhood Plans We would like to congratulate Stowupland Parish Council and, in particular, the Neighbourhood Plan Working Group for the clear, positive result from the referendum. The results of the vote will be reported to the July Cabinet meeting, at which, it is hoped, the plan will be formally approved.

Crucial Crew The Crucial Crew programme for primary school children to learn about personal safety is running at The Mix in Stowmarket from 17-24 June. More than 1,000 Year 6 pupils from 48 primary schools across the district are expected to attend. Freeman School pupils will be among those attending on one of the days.

PCSO Referral As requested at the last parish council meeting, a referral has been made requesting that a PCSO visits Stowupland to witness the parking and safety problems at the beginning and end of the school day, use of the footpath between The Green and Hornbeam Road by cyclists, parking too close to the A1120 junction and hazards associated with crossing A1120 to and from the Coop.

Keith Welham: keith.welham@midsuffolk.gov.uk Rachel Eburne: rachel.eburne@midsuffolk.gov.uk

STOWMARKET TOWN COUNCIL ELECTED THEIR NEW MAYOR Stowmarket Town Council’s Annual Council Meeting on Wednesday, 15 May saw Councillor Paul Ekpenyong, pictured with his consort Annette Ekpenyong, elected Mayor of Stowmarket for the Civic Year 2019-2020. Councillor Ekpenyong thanked outgoing mayor, Councillor Linda Baxter, for her hard work during her term of office and added she would be a “difficult act to follow”.

On becoming mayor, Councillor Ekpenyong said: “It is an honour and a privilege to have the opportunity to be the mayor this coming year.

Stowmarket is a growing town and the council has ambitious plans for it, so I look forward to playing my part as mayor in helping to promote those plans and make Stowmarket an even better place to live, work and play.”

During his speech, Paul announced the theme for his mayoral year would be Youth & Unity and that he would be raising funds for The Mix and We Can. Paul has served as a councillor on both Stowmarket Town Council and Mid Suffolk District Council for four years. Paul is also involved with several other organisations within the town, including as a school governor at Wood Ley Primary School.

Councillor Keith Scarff was elected Deputy Town Mayor for 2019-2020.

Stowmarket Town Council and its members serve the people of Stowmarket, providing local government at grassroots level. There are 16 elected members who each serve a four year term of office.

STOWMARKET BELLS UPDATE Our summer activities continue with an appearance at Stowmarket Carnival with the Suffolk Guild ‘mini-ring’. A mini-ring is a peal of small bells hung for change-ringing. They are used for training, demonstrations and leisure purposes. They are easy to use by both adults and children and we’ll be on hand to offer instruction, advice and information about ringing. Come and have a go!

We will be at the recreation ground on Saturday 20 July, so come and find us there. We look forward to seeing you.

For information, contact us on: stowmarketbellsproject@gmail.com

STOWUPLAND OPEN GARDENS Sunday 7 July, noon-6pm / IP14 4AQ In aid of St Elizabeth Hospice, Ipswich Three lovely adjoining gardens on Stowupland Village Green will be open with plant and craft stalls also available.

Parking outside the proprieties on the green.

Refreshments available in the Retreat Pub close by.

Donations gratefully accepted.

COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING DEFIBRILLATOR PROJECT Stowmarket Royal William Pub’s community fundraising has raised just over £2,000 since October to install a community access defibrillator in a cabinet on the outside wall of the pub in Union Street, East Stowmarket.

Access to the defibrillator is by dialling 999 and the ambulance service will give out the code to open the cabinet door. Thanks must go to all the customers for putting their hands in their pockets and to those that gave generous grants or donations: Dave Muller (Mid-Suffolk District Council Locality Budget), Gary Green (Suffolk County Council Locality Budget), Stowmarket Royal Naval Association, private donation and DS Mead Builders for supplying the labour to install the cabinet.

The fundraising group is now raising a bit more for the project to be able to buy new pads and batteries which will be needed in the coming years. The group is also looking for any other community projects that it could support in the locality of the pub.

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NEWS / OUT & ABOUT FIRST WORLD WAR AERODROME EXHIBITION & MEMORIAL ROYAL FLYING CORPS 1917-1919

STOWMARKET & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Friday, July 5, 10am-noon: Coffee and Networking Needham Market Community Centre, School Street, Needham Market Friday, July 19, 6.45am: Breakfast – this month it’s the AGM The Mix, Stowmarket

Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 July, 10am-4pm Great Ashfield Village Hall, School Road, Great Ashfield IP31 3HN Guided visits to the site of the First World War Aerodrome Refreshments Available / Free Entry

NEEDHAM MARKET SOCIETY In May we spent a gripping evening on the edge of our seats as archaeologist Alex Fisher unfolded the story of the recent excavations which discovered the collapsed but complete Bronze Age Village built on the ancient waterway at Flag Fen in Cambridgeshire. The workmanship and artefacts discovered showed a surprising level of sophistication with carpentry tools, cutting equipment, some weaponry and even some very fine woven cloth found preserved in the sediment. Alex allowed us to handle some replicas of the tools: bronze arrow and spear heads, a surprisingly sharp toothed saw, and some wooden mortis joints. We were all fascinated.

Our summer visit on the afternoon of 19 July will take us to see the magnificent painted roof at Huntingfield Church in East Suffolk. The original medieval roof paintings were ‘traditionally revived’ in the 19th century by the artistic wife of the incumbent vicar. You can drive there yourself or there is the possibility of a lift. There is a £5 fee for this member’s only occasion. Membership of the society is £7.50 annually. Please get in touch with Jennifer for further details if you would like to go: jenniferfnott@btinternet.com / 01449 720545

To book online follow the link on: www.stowmarketchamber.co.uk/networking-events

STOWMARKET CRAFT MARKET June brought us a bright sunny morning, which led to a busy footfall through the door as soon as we opened. In fact we had to open ten minutes earlier as we had customers ready and waiting to come in! Thank you to all our customers for your support, without you our events wouldn’t be worth continuing month after month. We are pleased to be able to offer local crafters a place to regularly sell their makes. For those who want to support the community and small businesses, this is a great way to do that.

July offers two other opportunities to visit us. Our next event is on 6 July. In addition to this we are also going to be on the Recreation Ground on both Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 July at Stowmarket Carnival. If you’ve not yet been to our events this will be a small glimpse of what is available every month, so make sure you pop over to our gazebos during the carnival weekend.

Stowmarket Craft Market is held at Stowmarket Scout Centre, Milton Road, Stowmarket IP14 1EX (located behind the library) from 10am-1.30pm. Entry is free with refreshments provided by the Scouts fundraising committee.

Contact Sherilee Hawkins: stowmarketartisanmarket@gmail.com

Our meetings are usually held once every two months in Needham Market Community Centre at 7.30pm. After the summer break, our AGM is on September 25 and we will host popular speaker Pip Wright whose topic this time is The Ricking Hall Poachers. Membership renewal is £7.50, visitors £3 on the night.

For further details please phone Andrea: 01449 721056

STOWMARKET BRIDGE CLUB The club’s AGM was held before play on Friday, May 31 when officers and committee for the next year were elected. Concern was expressed over the low numbers of members playing on Wednesday evenings and any players in the area who would like a game on Wednesdays would be particularly welcome. The AGM concluded with the presentation of prizes for the winners of the competitions running through the year.

Wednesday Scratch: David Willson and Simon Riley Wednesday Handicap: George Moody and Tony Aldous Most Improved Player: Kevin Fletcher Friday Scratch: David Willson and Kevin Fletcher Friday Handicap: Jan Wynne and Jim Sawyer The club recently played its first match in the Suffolk teams of eight Summer League against Colchester 2nd team. Playing at home, Stowmarket won by 51 to 29.

Club members David Willson and Simon Riley played in the Corwen Cup in which players from each county compete, finishing 34th out of 94.

Stowmarket Bridge Club welcomes visitors and new members. For times of play and venue please visit: www.bridgewebs.com/stowmarket

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STOWMARKET FREEMASONS Phoenix Lodge No 516 donated £4,000 to several local charities at a presentation event held at the lodge in Violet Hill Road on Saturday, May 11. The charities were nominated because they help young people or people suffering from a variety of illnesses. All the charities gave a short presentation of the work they do.

The charities at the presentation were: AJ’s Legacy (Martin James), Bosmere Community Primary School (Rachael Tunbridge), Cancer Blossom Appeal (Brian Taylor), South Central and East Suffolk MS Society (Helen Mead) and Phoenix Counselling Practice (Grant Wright).

Four other charities that were unable to attend have had their cheques presented to them at their respective offices. There were Stowmarket ATC (Flt Lt Paula Houghton RAF VR(T), Officer Commanding 1331 Stowmarket) Sqn Air Training Corps), Bumblebee Children’s Charity (William Petersen), Macmillan Nurses Home Visitors (Angelika Rohing) and Success after Stroke (Viv Bourne & Bryan Moss).

Unlike most other organisations, all the money donated came from donations from individual members of Phoenix Lodge. We will continue to help local causes where possible and therefore would like to hear from organisations or individuals in desperate need of funds.

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OUT & ABOUT OPEN GARDEN AND GIANT PLANT SALE THE REGAL IN JULY DISPLAY OF MINIATURE HOUSES Sunday, July 14, 11am-5pm At Woodstock, Park Road, Combs IP14 2JS £3 in aid of David Hopgood Foundation and Papworth Hospital

BILDESTON SUMMER MARKET Bildeston will be hosting an even bigger market in July, to make the most of the (hopefully) good weather. Come rain or shine on Saturday 20 July, the indoor market will be complemented by an outdoor table-top/car-boot sale selling a large variety of goods.

The project to grow the Regal is really gathering pace and on 21 July between 11am and 1pm we’re excited to invite everyone to see our plans on the big screen and speak to members of the design team and project sponsors about the expansion. So much of this work is about safeguarding the future of the venue, so to that end, later that day we’re hosting a free screening of The Secret Life of Pets 2 when instead of the adverts we’ll be playing a short video, giving the lucky ticket holders a sneak peak at our plans. Whether or not you can attend either of these events on 21 July, we’d still love you to fill in our questionnaire, giving your opinion on the future of your Regal.

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Come along to browse stalls selling cakes, crafts, gifts, food, beauty products, jewellery, homewares and second-hand goods to name just a few!

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Men in Black: International: The Men in Black have always protected the Earth from the scum of the universe. In this new adventure, they tackle their biggest threat to date: a mole in the Men in Black organisation. 1 hour and 55 minutes

With free entry, plenty of free on-site parking and an adventure playground on site, this event will have something for all the family.

If you have some goods to sell and are interested in having a stall, please contact Jayne at: Chamberlin.indoormarket@gmail.com

Booksmart: On the eve of their high school graduation, two academic superstars and best friends realise they should have worked less and played more. Determined not to fall short of their peers, the girls try to cram four years of fun into one night. 1 hour and 42 minutes

STOWMARKET CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL 2019 will see our 15th Christmas Tree Festival and we are pleased to announce a special celebration. As well as Christmas trees in St Peter & St Mary’s Parish Church, Stowmarket Library and Abbots Hall in The Museum of East Anglian Life, there will be trees decorated in the garden at Red Gables. This will add a new and exciting dimension to Stowmarket Christmas Tree Festival which last year had 450 trees and attracted over 31,000 visitors, making it one of the region’s largest winter attractions.

The festival will be open from Friday 22 November to Saturday 4 January.

Once again we are inviting all groups, organisations, businesses, charities and schools in the town, as well as individuals, friends and families to take part and decorate a tree. The trees are provided free of charge, but we ask that you provide your decorations to fit in with the theme of the venue. There are a limited number of trees so we advise that you apply to decorate a tree in good time. If you are interested in being part of this community event and would like to know more or would like an application form, do get in touch from July 1.

The themes and contact details for this year are: Stowmarket Parish Church – Carols and Christmas Verse 01449 774652 / stowmarket.parish@btconnect.com

Toy Story 4: When a new toy called Forky joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy. 1 hour and 40 minutes Spider-Man: Far from Home: Following the events of Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man must step up to take on new threats in a world that has changed forever. 2 hours and 15 minutes We’re pleased to be hosting SODS with their staging of Calamity Jane from 17-20 July. If the rehearsals are anything to go by, this one is going to be brilliant!

It’s a fantastic month for live streamed events. With offerings from the National Theatre, Andre Rieu and Westlife, there is something for almost every taste. www.regalstowmarket.co.uk

Stowmarket Library - Christmas Songs 01449 700549 / ursula.scott@suffolklibraries.co.uk Abbots Hall– The Farm at Christmas 01449 612229 / enquiries@eastanglianlife.org.uk Red Gables – Holly and Ivy 01449 673947 / martyn@redgables.org.uk

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OUT & ABOUT STOWMARKET OPERATIC & DRAMATIC SOCIETY Stowmarket Operatic & Dramatic Society are taking a trip back to the Wild West this summer as they stage a production of the hit musical Calamity Jane at the Regal Theatre in Stowmarket.

Trouble arises in Deadwood City when Henry ‘Millie’ Miller, proprietor of The Golden Garter, promotes a beautiful actress named Frances Fryer, unaware that Frances is actually a man! Cue Calamity and her associate ‘Wild’ Bill Hickock having to keep the peace among the angry miners, and soon Calamity is on her way to Chicago to recruit genuine heart-throb Adelaide Adams. The situation grows worse, however, when Calamity mistakes Adelaide’s maid, Katie Brown, for the star herself!

Featuring many classic numbers such as Windy City, The Black Hills of Dakota, The Deadwood Stage and, of course, Secret Love – made famous by the late Doris Day – the show is sure to delight audience members of all ages.

The production is particularly poignant for the society and Jo Chadwick, the director, as the last SODS production of Calamity Jane in 1971 featured Jo’s father Ray Haslam as Wild Bill Hickock. Ray sadly passed away earlier this year. As a member of SODS for more than 50 years he fulfilled a vast number of roles during his time with the society, both on and off the stage. Jo hopes this year’s production will serve as a fitting tribute to him.

Ray isn’t the only link to the past from the show, as David Dodson – himself a long-time member of the society – also featured in the original production as Francis Fryer. This time around, David is bringing his vast stage experience to the role of the Colonel of Fort Scully.

Join Calamity (played by Sarah Roberts), Bill Hickock, Francis Fryer and many more for a rootin’, tootin’, guns-a-blazin’ musical extravanganza!

Calamity Jane runs at the Regal Theatre in Stowmarket from 17-20 July.

Tickets are available from the Regal Box Office on 01449 612825 or from: www.regalstowmarket.co.uk For more information visit: www.stowmarketoperatic.org.uk

POPUP CIRCUS Cedar’s Park Primary School Pintail Road, Stowmarket IP14 5FP

Sunday 14 July with shows at 2pm and 3.30pm All tickets £5 – available from the school office or by emailing: ptacedarspark@gmail.com A Cedars Park PTA Fundraising Event

STOWMARKET CONCERT BAND We kicked off our 2019 public performance season with a couple of events under a new format. First was our Showcase Concert where our training band (and smaller ensembles within it), our newly formed Brass Dectet, and our trombone choir showcased our versatility. There were some great performances. The trainees are developing well and are able to make a fantastic stab at some quite complex ‘main band’ music. Brass Dectet showed off some music from their wedding programme as well as some jazz, big band and classical choices. The trombones treated us to some great pieces including a glimpse of some they’ve prepared for our series of Oompah events this year.

A few days later, the sold-out Oompah Beer Night featuring our main band went down a storm, with great music, entertainment, traditional bratwurst and Bavarian dishes and beer! We are lucky to have excellent support from our groupies, but this event saw very many new faces coming into our audience, giving great feedback from their huge enjoyment of the night. We can now confirm that four more Oompah events have been booked for later in the year by those in the audience that night!

A selection of our public events in 2019 June 29: Palmer’s Haughley Funday July 7: Stowmarket Food & Drink Festival July 20: Stowmarket Carnival August 3: Bacton Fayre August 25: Oulton Broad Bandstand September 7: Jeffries Oompah September 13 & 14: Gresham’s Oompah October 12: Needham Market Oompah October 19: Needham Market Parish Church November 9: RBL Festival of Remembrance at Regal Theatre November 30: Combs Christmas Fayre December 4: Christmas Tree Festival December 14: URC Christmas Concert For a complete schedule please visit our website or Facebook page.

AN EVENING OF MUSIC Jubilee Ladies Choir and St Edmundsbury Male Voice Choir Conductors Simon Welham and Mark Jefferson Accompanist Calvin Goymer You are invited to an evening of music on Saturday 6 July at 7.30pm at the United Reformed Church, Stowmarket. Tickets are £10 to include light refreshments and are available by telephoning 01449 736374/723424 or can be purchased at the door. There will also be a raffle and a donation will be made to a local charity.

More information about the evening and the choir can be found on our Facebook page.

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at Woolpit

(Brickfields Business Park) Testing for food, environmental and chemical sensitivities – as well which can cause unpleasant symptoms and illnesses.

For an appointment contact Helen Parsons Dip Allergy Therapy, Food Studies Cert.Ed, B.I.A.E.T.

Tel: 01531 670746

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Michael T E Bailey Doctor of Chiropractic Registered with the General Chiropractic Council

7 Stowupland Rd Stowmarket IP14 5AG

Tel/Fax 01449 612620 www.michaelbailey.net

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OUT & ABOUT FOUR REASONS YOU NEED NUTRITION SUPPORT The world of nutrition is full of myths, fallacies and fads, making it an incredibly difficult area to understand. Many people believe and push their own methods, deeming themselves an expert because they eat, like everyone else. However, what needs to be understood is that one size does not fit all. Every individual has his or her own goals, preferences, lifestyle and barriers that should be considered when making nutrition recommendations. Nutrition needs to be tailored for each individual.

If you take part in a sport or physical activity, optimal nutrition can not only enhance your performance considerably on competition days, but it is also crucial for pushing your training, fitness and adaptations to the next level.

STOWMARKET CHORALE Stowmarket Chorale performed their summer concert, Shakespeare Meets Jazz, at the United Reformed Church in Stowmarket in June. It was a refreshing blend of songs and sonnets by Shakespeare, set for four-part voices and performed in a jazz style with Samuel Hollis playing double bass and Thomas Hawkes on piano. Various passages from works by Shakespeare were read and recited by Henry Stanford and Jamie Glasse from Earl Stonham Theatre Guild.

For something completely different, we are hosting a dog show at Rattlesden Pavilion on Saturday 27 July, 10am-4pm. There are many classes, and the day is aimed to be a fun day out for you and your pet. For further details contact Lucy at: lucy@luphen.co.uk / 01359 240676 We then have a summer break and will return for rehearsals to Combs Ford Primary School on Wednesday 18 September, meeting at 7.30pm. For further details contact: secretary@stowmarketchorale.org.uk / 07901 758009

If you are looking to loose weight, improve your health and give yourself a better chance to live for longer, the same principles apply – the quality, quantity and type of what goes in will dictate what you will get out of life.

How can you achieve this? By getting the basics right. The basics in nutrition go such a long way. A lot of people think that sports nutrition is all about what supplements I can take to help me win. In fact, there are only around five supplements that are recommended, but they are only the cherry on the top. Correctly eating to fuel your training and recovery day to day can have a much bigger impact than your supplement protocol.

Again for those wanting weight loss and healthier bodies, quick fix diets and supplements rarely work and can take you down a bad nutritional path.

CLASSIC CAR & MOTORBIKE AUTOJUMBLE Stowmarket Town Football Club Sundays, August 11 and October 6 £5 per stand, £10 trade. Free entry for children, raffle, refreshments and a licensed bar.

All proceeds go to the Addenbrooke’s Children’s Cancer Trust.

No need to book; just turn up. Gates open at 9.30am. For further details please contact Mark Cossey: 07762 052145

RIVER GIPPING TRUST

The Nutrition Hierarchy The nutrition hierarchy shows you the importance day-to-day eating can have on your nutrition. You should be asking yourself these questions: •

Am I eating to fuel myself for my training, competition, work, life events?

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Am I eating to recover well from my training, competition, work, life events?

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Am I staying hydrated?

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Am I getting plenty of vitamins and minerals into my diet?

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Am I eating at the correct times to help promote my recovery, performance, work, life events?

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Am I eating correctly to support my desired body composition?

With the help of a qualified nutritionist, you can become educated in answering the above questions, as well as being taught how to implement them into your lifestyle.

Oliver Whiteman MSc BSc SENr HCPC Performance and Health Nutritionist PhysioFixx Physiotherapy Clinic

It’s that time of year when Himalayan Balsam starts appearing along the River Gipping. Himalayan Balsam is a non-native, invasive plant species which grows so quickly that it crowds out native wildflowers. Clearing Himalayan Balsam benefits both native plants and animals. Its stems are easy to pull out and leave the ground with a very pleasing ‘pop’ which makes it a fun family activity.

We are seeking volunteers both young and old to help remove the plants along the river before it has a chance to go to seed. Volunteers are being asked to take just five minutes out of their walk to pull up the stems, snap off the root and stomp down on it to speed up the rotting process. It has reddish stems and pink-purple flowers. Our volunteers have already removed thousands this year, but there are millions left! For a free information pack and free gloves visit: www.waterways.org.uk/himalayanbalsam Later into July and August the trust is planning a major restoration project at Pipps Ford lock. To complete the lock structure, ready for lock gates, we need to install a temporary steel piling just in front and just behind the lock so that we can pump out all the water in the lock between the two steel pilings. We need the lock empty to make provision for the easy installation and removal of stop planks so the Environment Agency can better manage the river levels and flows. The trust has installed stop plank facilities at each of the four locks between Needham Market and Baylham. Pipps Ford is the only lock in this stretch of the river that has no flow control facility.

You’ll find work progress photos and more information on Himalayan Balsam on our Facebook page. www.Rivergippingtrust.org.uk

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OUT & ABOUT STOWMARKET & DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB Twenty-eight Probus members and guests enjoyed a very interesting outing to Cambridge on May 28. The day started at the Fitzwilliam Museum where we were able to view many historical collections from around the world.

After working up our appetites we made the short journey to the Orchard Tea Garden at Grantchester, famous for its connection with Rupert Brooke and his poem The Soldier.

STOWUPLAND LOCAL HISTORY GROUP Wednesday, July 3: Short AGM (starting at 7.30pm) and talks by members Neil Langridge will speak about hop cultivation in the Stowmarket area and Marion Harris will describe Margaret Catchpole’s schoolbook, a revealing look at early 20th century home economics.

Wednesday, August 7: Hands on History by Duncan Allen

Duncan Allen gives an inspirational talk about this project in Tunstall Forest.

It offers day visits and overnight stays for visitors aged seven and upwards, allowing students the chance to learn about their heritage and experience how people in the past overcame the challenges of living and working together as a community.

We meet at 7.30pm in Stowupland Village Hall IP14 4BQ where there is plenty of space to park. Visitors are always welcome and refreshments are available.

Admission is £1 for members, £3 for non-members.

Following an enjoyable lunch we spent the afternoon at Cambridge University Botanic Garden. This is a truly splendid garden and is highly recommended for anyone able to visit.

Probus meetings take place on the first Tuesday morning of each month at Stowmarket British Legion. There is often a lunch organised for members after the meeting.

If you are interested in becoming a member of Probus, please contact David Robson for more information: daviderobson@gmail.com

STOWMARKET ROTARY CLUB We would like to thank all those who supported the Bohemian Rhapsody film night on Sunday 12 May. A good time was had and what a great way to have a fun evening and help others as well.

Through your efforts this event has made £1,000 which is to be split between Macmillan Cancer Support and Marie Curie. Well done to everyone involved.

For more information, please contact Judy Clarke: 01449 615386

STOWMARKET LOCAL HISTORY GROUP Monday 15 July: Our summer outing is a tour of Columbine Hall and Gardens in Stowupland IP14 4AT. 7pm start at the Hall. Places must be booked in advance; members £11, non-members £16.

Monday 19 August: My Family of Criminals by Jill Wright A talk, illustrated with photographs and documents, about a local family which included transportation of one of its members.

Meetings are held at 7.30pm at Hillside Community Centre, Stowmarket IP14 2BD. Members £1, non-members £3.50.

For further details contact Jeannette Baldry on 01449 675271 or visit: www.stowmarket-History.co.uk

If anyone is interested in other Rotary events or in Rotary itself and what it can offer to you, please contact me in the first instance: dp.goody@outlook.com / 07596 722793 Des Goody

WOMEN’S SECTION ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, STOWMARKET There was a change to our May meeting as our planned speaker was unwell and some of our members were away on a group holiday, including Sue, our chairlady. So our previous chairlady, Hazel, stepped in and gave the exhortation and silent tribute. Hazel confirmed that our jumble sale will be held at Hillside on September 28.

Sue had worked hard to give us three quizzes to do. The first was jumbled up towns and villages in Suffolk, the second was clues and a word search to find street names in Stowmarket, and the third was to find the nine letter word and then make as many words of three letters or more with each word containing the middle letter T. The silence was notable as groups set about finding the answers. It was a fun evening and there were gasps when the answers were given, especially the jumbled up towns and villages as some didn’t get the place they lived in. Muriel, Janet B and Lynda came first and were given some chocolates as a prize. There are always back-ups in the event that a speaker is unable to come, so maybe Sue will do another quiz like that again for us. Thank-you Sue. There followed the raffle and the singing of the National Anthem.

We are hoping that we can get the same speaker for our meeting on 17 July, if she is well enough by then.

Lynda Farr

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STOWMARKET BRANCH Since our last report we have been to RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, the home of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight aircraft. We were taken on a hangar tour with a very knowledgeable guide. In May a group of our members and friends enjoyed a nice holiday on the Isle of Wight.

Looking ahead now, we will be visiting the Thursford Collection where we will have a behind the scenes tour. Afterwards we will be going on to Wells next the Sea. In July we are planning to go to Lowestoft and then on to Oulton Broad for a two-hour Waveney Valley river cruise. We are also booked to visit the Kelvedon Secret Bunker, built in the early 1950s to offer a safe place for up to 600 military and civilian personnel, including the prime minister. It would have been used in the event of a nuclear attack.

At our August meeting we will be having a bring-and-buy stall, with the proceeds going towards the buffet at our Christmas meeting.

We are always pleased to welcome new members. We meet on the first Wednesday in the month at the Royal British Legion Club at 7.30pm.

If you would like any further information, please contact our secretary on: 01449 676871

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Welcome to the 58th Stowmarket Carnival, a wonderful opportunity to join together to celebrate our fabulous town and to have lots of fun.

My name is Jayne Woods. This is my third year as chairperson, ably assisted by the team of dedicated people pictured below. They are a great bunch of people who have come together to bring you this year’s carnival and I think you will agree that we have found something for everyone.

We have free children’s entertainment both days and the Carnival Market is jam-packed with various stalls.

We are thrilled to have a variety of performances over the weekend. On Saturday we have Shane Baxendale and The Korrados, bRAVO School of Rock and The Skittlez. On Sunday we have performances from Chelsea Francis and New Life Church.

The Carnival Dog and Pet Shows will take place on the Sunday and we also have the Carnival Car and Motorbike Show.

Of course, the Carnival Procession is a major part of the carnival and we hope you’ll come out to show your support. This year’s theme is FILMS and the procession will leave PPG Car Park at 12.30pm on Saturday, July 20th, arriving at the Recreation Ground at approximately 2pm.

Stowmarket Carnival is a non-profit organisation and is totally funded by donations and fundraising throughout the year. Please remember Carnival Bingo is the first Saturday of every month at Hillside Community Centre, Stowmarket. We have spent many hours organising this year’s carnival and have called upon local businesses to donate money.

We hope you enjoy your weekend, because without your support and encouragement our carnival could not happen. We thank you all and hope you enjoy your weekend.

And don’t forget the Window Spotting competition which runs from July 1st-22nd. Good luck!

Site Manager Robert Cunningham

Site Manager Carl Woods

Procession Organiser Gemma Jarrold

Committee Member Kayleigh Cunningham

Carnival Court Coordinator Sharon Hawes

Treasurer & Head of Social Media llrene Phillips

Vice Chair, Arena Acts Gary Lee

Secretary Carolyn Campbell

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CARNIVAL PROCESSION This year’s theme is Films.

The procession is a major part of the carnival with thousands of people lining the streets to see all the groups either walking or on beautifully decorated lorries kindly donated by Bacton Transport.

The procession will start from PPG Car Park and the Meadlands Social Club going down Needham Road along Pikes Meadow and turning at the ESSO Garage going up Ipswich Street past the Regal Cinema proceeding through the High Street before turning left onto Tavern Street past the Royal British Legion leading to the Recreation Ground and ending its journey on Recreation Road.

We’re excited to announce a double flypast with a Dakota flying over Stowmarket on Saturday and on Sunday a Lanchester, so keep your eyes peeled.

2019 CARNIVAL COURT Charmaine Jolly Carnival Queen

I work at St Elizabeth Hospice providing short breaks for young adults. I am married and have three daughters. I enjoy going to the gym and spending times with family and friends.

Elora Finch Carnival Princess I am 10 years old and go to Old Newton Primary School. I enjoy singing, dancing and crafts. I attend Brownies and after school clubs such as martial arts and Spanish.

Kara Burgess Carnival Princess I am eight years old and I attend Cedars Park Primary School. My hobbies include swimming, skipping, Brownies and walking my dog, Rosie.

I love to dance and I am a member of Cara Lea Dance. I am really looking forward to being part of this year’s carnival.

Dalton Akehurst Carnival Prince I am nine years old and I go to Chilton Primary School. I enjoy going on my scooter and playing with my friends.

Royal Thanks

Hair: Portia Russell at Posh Unisex Hair Salon Flowers: Edelweiss Make-up: Emma Garrod at Emma’s Beauty Alterations: Boutlapon Davy at Bee-Dee Alterations and Repairs

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STOWMARKET RECREATION GROUND

PET SHOW 2019 SATURDAY, JULY 20 2.45pm

Mayor Paul Ekpenyong Opens Carnival

3pm

Mid Suffolk Gymnastics Club

Mid Suffolk Gymnastics Club is based at Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre in Stowmarket and is organised and run by volunteers for the benefit of young and aspiring gymnasts in the Stowmarket area. midsuffolkgymclub@hotmail.co.uk / 01449 676124

3.30pm

Combat Kick Boxing

Combat Kickboxing Academy holds regular classes in Suffolk from Monday to Friday. If you are interested in competition, fitness, self-defence, losing weight or just having fun and making new friends, why not join? For more information contact Peter: 01359 259716 / dunnett901@btinternet.com

4pm

Mid Suffolk Gymnastics Club

Another performance from Stowmarket Gym Club

5pm

Registration from 11am / Judging starts at 11.30am no dogs allowed

CLASSES (£1 PER CLASS): 1 Most Cuddly 2. Cutest 3.

Best Eyes 4.

Most Handsome Male 5.

Prettiest Female 6.

Most Friendly 7.

Most Unusual Pet 8.

Pet That Looks the Most Like its Owner

bRAVO School of Rock

bRAVO! Theatre Workshops has been an active part of the community in Stowmarket and the surrounding areas for six years. Teaching singing, dancing and drama, we have outstanding feedback from customers past and present. bRAVO! School of Rock is a new music school that started in May 2018. We aim to inspire students though music so that they can gain confidence and social skills. Students can choose from guitar, drums, bass and singing tuition. We accept students of all levels and abilities. If you would like to join bRAVO! School of Rock, please contact us and we will send you a form: 07936 910873 / 01449 675395 / bravomusicschool@hotmail.com

4.30pm

Sunday, July 21

Royle Entertainment

FUN DOG SHOW REGISTRATION FORM Sunday, July 21

Royle Entertainment are a high-end entertainment provider based in Bury St Edmunds. They have a huge selection of entertainers, from stilt walkers to aerialists, and will be doing a meet and greet on the Rec throughout the afternoon, with fire eating in the arena again in the evening. For more information, contact: 07946 898190 / info@royleentertainment.com

Registration from 1pm / Classes begin 2pm No females in season / All dogs must be kept on a lead

Saturday Stage Acts

CLASSES (£1 PER CLASS):

3pm

Shane Baxendale and The Korrados

6.30pm

bRAVO School of Rock

8pm

The Skittlez

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Name: Dog’s Name: Best Puppy – up to 12 months Golden Oldie – 7 and above Fabulous Fella Loveliest Lady Best Paw Shaker Best Junior handler Best fancy dress Judges Own Favourite The Winner of each category is automatically entered in ‘Best in Show’ In Touch online:

SUNDAY, JULY 21 11am

Pet Show Registration

11.30am Judging 1pm

Dog Show Registration (see form)

2pm

Dog Show

Sunday Stage Acts 2pm

Chelsea Francis

CARNIVAL MARKET &

4pm

New Life Church

CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT This year’s exciting carnival will feature a wide array of stalls on the craft market and free children’s entertainment both days including Mr Bean, Punch and Judy, Face Painting, and a fun craft tent.

See you there!

Chelsea Francis All times and acts are subject to change without notification.

LOVES A FREEBIE ENJOY A FREE GUEST PASS! Come and try out the facilities at your local leisure centre for a whole day, absolutely free!

These facilities are all included...

Group exercise

Fitness gym

Casual swimming

Visit www.everyoneactive.com/haveadayonus Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre 01449 674980

Stradbroke Swimming Pool & Fitness Centre 01379 384376

16+. For further details visit www.everyoneactive.com/haveadayonus. Valid email address required to validate pass. Booking essential. New customers only.

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THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS, ESPECIALLY THE FOLLOWING: Mansion House Publishing

Bacton Transport

Tesco

Sackers Skip Hire

EA-CAT Eastern Community Assistance Team

Gammers

Open Space

Mervyn Lambert

Evolution Darts

Digital Copy Centre

Hillside Community Centre

Zarkeys

John Webb

Stowmarket Town Council

Asda

Tydemans

Masquerade

Hudson Signs Cedars Park Community Centre

All shops in Stowmarket that have given a raffle prize and /or joined in the window spotting competition, all who have supported by advertising in this programme, all volunteers and friends of Stowmarket Carnival Committee www.muntons.com

The great taste of Malt is in more things than you think…

Whether you’re eating breakfast grabbing a sandwich for lunch or going for a full-blown meal, the chances are that malt will be helping the food taste more to your liking. Malted granary breads, malted breakfast cereals and even malt vinegar on your chips. Malt makes foods taste just a little bit special.

At Muntons we know a thing or two about malt, after all we have been making it here in Stowmarket for nearly 70 years Interested? Just click: ‘cook with Muntons’ on the Muntons homepage:

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OUT & ABOUT STOWMARKET & DISTRICT MONDAY CLUB The club continues into the summer with a new programme of events.

Our AGM has been held with all officers and committee members re-elected.

STOWMARKET SUGARCRAFT CLUB Our May meeting was well attended with members keen to welcome Liz Ungless back to show us how to make and assemble a royal iced gazebo, a superb top piece for a very special cake. Liz is well known for her expertise using royal icing and this demonstration highlighted her skill.

We have planned a themed craft evening with the items made being used the following week for our Pirates & Castaways Evening. We will also have music and food for this fun evening.

Old members enjoyed seeing something they perhaps hadn’t done for a long, while newer members enjoyed seeing something quite new to them as royal icing has been a bit out of favour recently but appears to be enjoying a revival. This is excellent news as it’s a real skill to master.

We also have games and indoor bowls, a bingo session and our version of Play Your Cards Right. It should be a busy month for us.

It was a huge thank you to Liz for a very good demonstration and for sharing her wide knowledge with us and making it all look so achievable.

We are a club for adults with learning difficulties and meet each Monday from 7.30-9.30pm at the Community Hub in Crown Street, Stowmarket.

We are run entirely by volunteers and new members and helpers are always very welcome. If you would like further information, please contact me on 01449 672123 or just come along on a Monday evening.

Our June speaker was Gemma Parker from Gemma’s Crafty Cakes in Felixstowe. Gemma showed us how to make the cupcake toppers that won her a silver prize at Cake International in Birmingham. A brilliant and amusing evening as always when Gemma visits.

Lilian Fidler

STOWMARKET RAMBLERS Sunday, July 7: 4.5 mile walk around Great Barton village and neighbouring countryside. Park and meet at Great Barton Village Hall (opposite garage on A143) at 10.30am / GR. TL 894670. Leader: 07795 574762 Wednesday, July 10: 4.5 mile leisurely all-day walk around popular pubs and inns of Woodbridge with Ipswich Ramblers. Park in Woodbridge and meet at the railway station at 10.35am for breakfast at Whistlestop or the caravan on the quayside / GR. TM 274487. Leader: 07800 847709 Sunday, July 14: 5.5 mile walk to Combs and Badley churches. Park and meet at Badley layby at 10am / GR. TM 078560. Leader: 01449 674763 Sunday, July 21: 5 mile walk around Bradfield St George and Little Welnetham. Park and meet at Bradfield St George Church at 10.30am / GR. TL 907599. Leader: 01449 612093 Sunday, July 28: 5.5 mile walk around Rattlesden and Shelland. Park where legal in Rattlesden and meet at front porch of Rattlesden Church at 10am / GR. TL 978591. Leader: 01449 676533

Our speaker in July is Natasha Collins of Nevie-Pie Cakes, a new demonstrator to our club. Her subject is painting on sugar. Having seen some of her work recently, I was amazed at the beautiful cakes and we look forwards to welcoming her next month.

If you think this would interest you, we would be happy for visitors to join us.

Find out more at: www.stowmarketsugarcraft.co.uk

STOWMARKET & DISTRICT FLOWER CLUB This month’s meeting is at 7.30pm on Wednesday 24 July at Woolpit Village Hall, when Helen Bird from Marks Tey will present a demonstration entitled Made to Measure. Visitors and new members are always welcome.

Also this month, the East of England Area of NAFAS (National Association of Flower Arranging Societies) will be holding a summer show at the Jubilee Centre, Mildenhall from 10am to 4.30pm on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 July, with free entry.

Tuesday, July 30: 4.7 mile stroll around Thurston via creamery for an ice cream. Park and meet at Cavendish Hall, opposite Thurston Church at 10am / GR. TL 928652. Leader: 01449 673131

RIGHT TO WORK CHECKS In continuing the Employment Law theme from last month, in this article I thought that we would look at, by way of reminder, what obligations there are on an employer to conduct checks to prevent illegal working. This is important for an employer, because it amounts to a criminal offence for an employer to employ someone who that employer knows, or has reasonable cause to believe, is an illegal worker.

The law therefore imposes a duty on employers to obtain an employee’s original identity documents – which are listed in guidance issued by the Home Office. An employer must check that the documents are valid – and this must be done in the presence of the employee. A copy must be kept and a record of the date of the check made. As with all personal data, the copy documents must be kept securely.

When checking the documents, an employer must ensure that they are genuine, original and unchanged – and, of course, belong to the person who is to be employed.

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Employers should also be aware that the government has issued guidance on employing EU, EEA and Swiss citizens, and their family members, after Brexit. The right to work checks should be carried out in the same way as now until 1 January 2021. This is done by the worker showing a passport or national identity card, or by allowing the employer to use the Home Office’s online right to check service.

This does not apply to Irish citizens, who continue to have the right to work in the UK after Brexit and will be able to prove this as now by showing a passport. The overall system is, at present, due to change on 1 January 2021, for which no doubt new guidance will be issued at the appropriate time.

Buttermarket, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1ED Telephone: 01449 613101 • Fax: 01449 615087 Email: info@gudgeons-prentice.co.uk

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OUT & ABOUT / SCHOOLS HERITAGE AT ORCHARD BARN Interested in rural heritage? Want to get a bit of green gym exercise this summer?

We have an exciting volunteer project to gently excavate by hand the remains of our 1580 timber frame Long House. We’ll be using trowels and spades to uncover layers of old house. What will we find? Come and get involved on Wednesdays (from 24 July onwards) in this unique opportunity to learn about this timber frame building and something of the people who built it/lived in it. No experience necessary Or help us record artefacts with a view to reinstating them in the building when it’s completed. Interested? To book an informal chat with the project manager please email: carole.orchardbarn@gmail.com Meanwhile the Heritage Lottery funded training has started. If you’re interested in learning medieval style timber framing and repairs please get in touch with Carole (email above). Training is free but places are limited.

We continue to run an interesting range of other courses, including: July 9-13: Masonry Stove Construction, a unique opportunity to get handson helping to build one of the super-efficient wood stoves from clay lump and daub.

July 30: An Introduction to Timber Framing taught by Rick Lewis.

For more details, or to book a course, visit: www.orchardbarn.org.uk/courses

DO YOU HAVE A CHILD DUE TO START SCHOOL IN 2020?

We are hosting open events for prospective parents and children to come and have a tour of the school and meet some of the teachers.

There will be open mornings on Wednesdays 9 and 16 October.

If you would like to attend please contact the school for more details.

Combs Ford Primary School Glemsford Road, Stowmarket IP14 2PN 01449 613112 / admin@combsford.suffolk.sch.uk www.combsfordprimaryschool.schooljotter2.com

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ST PETER & ST MARY’S PRE-SCHOOL This term we have been discovering wild animals and looking at what pets we all have. The children have enjoyed bringing in photos of their pets to show everyone.

So with all these animals to discover, what better place to visit than the zoo! All the children and their parents or carers had a wonderful, if a little soggy day at Banham Zoo. We started with an exciting coach journey and then wandered around looking at snow leopards, owls, flamingos and some very tall giraffes to name but a few. The children were mesmerised. Next more excitement as it was all aboard the road train for a tour around the zoo, which helped to recharge our batteries.

A good day was had by all with some very sleepy children and adults on the coach home.

WOOD LEY PRIMARY SCHOOL On Friday 7 June the whole school were invited to come into school dressed up as a king, queen or world leader from any point in time.

Throughout the day each key stage looked at some famous kings and queens from British history, as well as talking about world kings and queens too.

Various history-based activities were held throughout the day, focusing on special historical vocabulary and really fostering an enjoyment of the subject.

In addition to classroom based activities, children had a special ‘Banquet Lunch’ provided by our Norse Catering team which was enjoyed by all. Following this the children took part in a parade through the school in their costumes.

Everyone enjoyed this special historical themed day of learning.

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SPORT STOWMARKET CRICKET CLUB

NEEDHAM MARKET BOWLS CLUB

With the season well under way, both adult Saturday X1s have secured important victories, the recent highlight being Dale Watling’s 107 against Copdock.

The Stowmarket League outdoor season is now in full swing with the usual set of mixed results. Monday A had a great start with three wins in four games, while the B team had their first win at Woodfield. Tuesday A played seven and won four, while the B team played and won one and the C team played seven and won four.

With an early start in March, we have been able to hold 11 very successful junior coaching sessions. Our thanks go to our coaches and volunteers for their unpaid commitment to the support of this vital section.

Two highlights come to mind. The first was our under-9 mini-festival when teams from Woolpit, Battisford, Stowupland and Walsham joined us for a morning of exciting and enjoyable competitive soft ball cricket. The second was an encouraging win by just two runs in the first round of the Under-11 Suffolk Cup against near neighbours Woolpit.

As part of the World Cup of men’s cricket currently being played in England and Wales, the ECB has offered a funding partnership to encourage more people to watch or participate in cricket. I am pleased to say that we have been awarded a grant to purchase a BBQ, four park tables, two park benches and a gazebo.

BARBECUE EVENING – ALL WELCOME To promote the game and use the equipment that we have purchased, we plan to hold a BBQ evening on Monday 1 July, starting at 6pm. As well as our normal youth coaching taking place, the bar will be open with screening of the Sri Lanka versus West Indies match. In addition, there will also be side attractions such as lawn bowling on the square and golf chipping into a bucket.

Please do come along with your family and friends to support this occasion and have fun.

We are pleased that Stowmarket CC will be entering a team in this year’s Lions Charity Cycle Ride on Sunday 25 June with all proceeds going to Macmillan and The Lions Club Charities.

NEW STOWUPLAND FALCONS TEAMS Stowupland Falcons Under-15s Stowupland Falcons are looking to create a brand new Under-15 team for the 2019/20 season to play on Sundays. We are looking for a manager to lead this new team as well as new players. We have already had interest from some players wishing to join this age group and we are looking for more. So, if you are interested in managing the team or in playing Under-15, please contact our chairman, Peter Mayhew as soon as possible.

Stowupland Falcons Under-18s Stowupland Falcons are also creating a new Under-18 team to play on Saturday and Sunday mornings in the Suffolk Youth League and we are looking for extra players to add to our current Under-16s who are moving up.

This team is being created to act as a pathway into our Adult Reserve and First teams to ensure we create a succession plan for future years. The manager of this new team has years of experience in coaching Under-18 teams and has coached at Crewe Alexandra’s Academy until he moved into the area this year. This is a great and unique opportunity for players who are looking to develop their knowledge of the game and to start moving into adult football.

If you are interested please contact Peter Mayhew: 07421 091060 / petermayhew7874@gmail.com Stowupland Falcons is an FA Charter Standard Community Club and we operate 20 teams across five leagues in Suffolk.

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The Wednesday team have started strongly in defence of their title, winning five of their seven games for 33 points. Our Thursday team is enjoying their bowling and hoping for an improvement on last year’s results.

We have become a wildlife friendly bowls club! Inspired by Amazing Grace Hedgehog Sanctuary, one of whose main sponsors is Dr Brian May, we have installed a hedgehog escape ramp thanks to John Cook. Photos have also gone to Poppy’s Creche at Forward Green who I believe have passed them on to the East Anglian Daily Times. Amazing Grace commented: “We Love Your Ramp”.

Sunday 21 July is President’s Day, when the president’s team plays a captain’s team, with teams drawn on the day. The friendlies against Coney Weston are on Wednesday 28 August at Coney Weston and Wednesday 4 September at Needham. Both start at 2pm.

The draw for the club pairs and triples has been made; please consult the noticeboard to see who you are playing with and against. A date for the finals day has yet to be arranged. Any suggestions for events to fill up the day should be forwarded to Alistair. Suggestions have including a Roving Jack or a singles competition. You need to do something to earn your bacon sarnies!

Anyone wishing to discuss any aspect of NMBC can contact either Alistair Bailie on 01449 720759 or Pat Hadden 01473 831308.

STOWMARKET TENNIS CLUB As I type we’re just into the first days of the French Open. Kyle Edmund and Joanna Konta are both through, which is very promising. The big one to really catch people’s attention is Wimbledon which starts on July 1. All the usual suspects are expected to be there and even Andy Murray should make an appearance in the doubles.

Our own annual tournament has just begun with the first round matches being arranged. There are lots of interesting draws with many new players getting stuck into some fun competitive play. A great entry again this year and definitely some surprises on the horizon.

We’re making plans to take tennis out into the local community and have a few dates coming up.

Our big annual open day will be on Sunday 7 July. It’s a great afternoon to come down and try a bit of fun tennis with a little bit of coaching for the children and a chance to have a really good look at our club.

We’ll be at the Museum of East Anglian Life on Sunday 28 July where we will have a demo area for mini-tennis with some games and hitting over a mini-net. Pick-up some info from the club (which is only 200 meters away).

We’ll also be at Buxhall Fete on Saturday 3 August, another favourite with 30 minute taster sessions on their court and tea and cakes right next door.

If you’d like more information about the club or how to get started, please do contact me. There’s definitely a session for you! See you on court.

Senior Club Coach Chris Cunningham chris@chriscoaching.plus.com / 07761 142372

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SPORT / CHURCH NEWS ELMSWELL BOWLS CLUB Playing at Stowupland

The bowling season is well under way and we have experienced quite a good start which is encouraging for all members. Of course, there is a long way to go but overall, the picture looks promising. We are happy to welcome a new member. He is very keen and learning the different aspects of the game quickly. I’m sure he will soon be a very valued player member.

All bowls clubs are seeking new members and we are no exception. All clubs offer similar facilities and coaching and again, we are no exception.

If anyone is interested please contact either Frank Boxall (01359 244591) or Graham Newman (01359 240846) who will be very happy to engage in a conversation with you.

On a sadder note, a stalwart of the game and well known by clubs in the local area has passed away. John Hazelwood’s funeral was held at Tostock Church on June 6 and our club held a minute’s silence on that day in his honour. Our condolences are extended to his wife and family.

Below are the match results and scores for May. We wish you all an enjoyable summer and will see you again in the September issue.

David Begg Monday – Stowmarket League Division 3 May 6 v. Woodfield B – Lost 63-81 (Points 1-6) May 13 v. Rookery B – Won 77-74 (5-2) May 20 v. Earl Stonham – Won 89-60 (6-1) Tuesday afternoon – Stowmarket League Division 3 April 23 v. Haughley B – Lost 26-38 (0-7) April 30 v. Stanton B – Won 37-31 (5-2) May 7 v. St Botolphs B – Won 44-20 (5-2) May 14 v. Walsham le Willows – Won 36-30 (7-0) May 28 v. Bildeston B – Lost 26-48 (0-7) Tuesday evening – Area D Triples League Division 1 May 7 v. Old Newton – Lost 60-63 (2½-3½) May 14 v. Hopton – Lost 61-67 (1½-4½) May 21 v. Bacton (League Cup Round 1) – Won 77-65 Wednesday – Stowmarket Triples League April 24 v. Bildeston – Won 75-60 (6-1) May 1 v. St Botolphs – Drew 67-67 (3½-3½) May 15 v. Haughley – Won 70-66 (4-3) May 22 v. Wortham – Won 73-59 (5½-1½) Junior Cup May 25 Prelim. Round v. Risbygate – Lost 42-106

STOWMARKET SNOOKER After winning Division 2 of the 2017-18 Bury & District Snooker and Billiards League, the team from Stowmarket RBL moved to Stowmarket Meadlands for 2018-19, where they played as Meadlands B. Despite losing two players, they finished in second place to Cheveley Road A in Division 1, both teams having been promoted from the previous season. The team was represented by Steve Standere (captain), Duncan Ralph, Tim Hearing, Martin Scales, Shane Barrett and Alan James. A late signing for the second half was Richard Barton, whose presence a bit earlier might have secured first place.

On the individual front, Duncan Ralph won the Bury Snooker Singles title for the third year running. Together with partner Steve Standere, Duncan also finished a winner in the Bury Snooker Pairs Handicap. Runners-up were fellow members Martin Scales and Gavin Squirrell. Steve Standere also reached the semi-final of the Bury Billiards.

A team of Steve Standere, Steve Pollard and Duncan Ralph competed in the Green Baize competition where they finished runners-up. Green Baize is a combined billiards and snooker event consisting of ten minute games.

The 2019-20 season looks to be a promising one with the signing of Shaun Payne (a welcome return for him) and Cark Collins.

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SCORPION MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY The academy was started back in 1990 and next year we will celebrate our 30th anniversary. Classes teaching Universal Karate and Kickboxing for juniors from five to 13 years and seniors from 14 years run out of Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre in Stowmarket and Needham Market Community Centre.

In 2004 chief coach and founder Mark JR Trent started the UFKKWA Worldwide Association with just a handful of local clubs. Now we have 244 martial arts organisations in 33 countries. Recently members of the UFKKWA and the BTA (British Taekwon-​Do Association), of which Mark is vice-president, attended the Seashore Holiday Park in Great Yarmouth for a weekend of martial arts training and socialising.

Well in excess of 150 attended the camp and 110 participated, having the chance to train in karate, yoga, Kung Fu, kendo, Ju Jitsu, kickboxing, savate, pressure points, self-defence, dynamic strength training, stretching and dynamic kicking. Local Viking group Blodorn Englar gave three demonstrations as well as an all-day workshop.

Pictured (l-r) are Mark, BTA Chief Instructor Stuart Usher and BTA President Grandmaster Roy Kilner.

The Scorpion MA Academy holds events throughout the year including seminars, inter-club tournaments, coloured belt and blackbelt exams, fundraising events, junior Nerf Gun Sundays plus lots more.

The academy offers all new members joining one month of free training and we have a very fair pricing structure.

For more information please contact Mark JR Trent: 07708 644162 / scorpion.ufkkwa@gmail.com

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3pm Band visit to Steeple View, Stowupland Saturday, July 20 10am Coffee Morning Sunday, July 21 11am & 5.30pm Services Sunday, July 28 11am Service / 4pm Café Church Sunday, August 4 11am & 5.30pm Services WEEKLY EVENTS Monday 9.30-11.30am Funky Monkeys (Parent & Toddler Group) Tuesday 10am CAMEO (Come and Meet Each Other) Tuesday 2pm Over Sixties Club Wednesday 5.45pm Kidz Club (ages five plus) Wednesday 7.30pm Live Lounge at Costa Coffee (first in month) Friday 7-9.30pm Café at the Rec Saturday 10am-noon Coffee Morning (third Saturday in month) We have interesting and varied activities during the week and well attended Sunday Services. For more information, please ring Jenny: 01449 614133

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