What's on West Suffolk - Issue 17

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Welcome to this edition of What’s on West Suffolk also known as WOWS. And that’s exactly what I think when I look at some of the spectacular leisure and culture activities that we have taking place across the area.

For all the fun it brings, it’s also important which is why we invest and work with partners to deliver a great many of these things.

Why is it so important? Well, it’s about those things that we choose to enjoy together in our spare time and that lift our mental and physical health. And it's one of the things that makes West Suffolk a great place to visit but an even better place to live and work.

A quick mention of Mutiny in Colour at Moyse’s Hall Museum, the National Horseracing Museum and Haverhill Arts Centre. If you haven’t been yet, it ends on 1 October so get your skates on.

There’s lots more to look forward to with the Sci-Fi and Action exhibition, Peter and the Wolf Live and so much more happening across West Suffolk, as you can discover for yourselves in the pages ahead.

Enjoy it and have fun.

Cllr Ian Shipp

Cabinet Member for Leisure & Culture West Suffolk Council

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WHAT’S ON

THIS CHRISTMAS, WEST SUFFOLK COUNCIL PRESENTS CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL THE FAMILY WITH PETER & THE WOLF LIVE WITH ORPHEUS SINFONIA

ENJOY THE LIVE SCREENING of the Oscar®winning short film with a live orchestra at Abbey Gardens this December.

The classic story of Peter and The Wolf comes brilliantly to life in this animated film, recounting a magical world in which little boys can find the strength and courage to overcome their fears and the ever-present dangers that surround them.

This much-loved tale has resonated deeply with over five generations of children, enchanted by its power and sense of fun. This fantastical stop motion version by prize-winning director Suzie Templeton, specially made to be seen internationally both on TV and DVD as well as to be screened theatrically worldwide

“The joy of this film is the care, sensitivity and imagination that matches even Prokofiev’s work.”

“Vivid animation… delighted the audience: this Peter should make lots of little wolf-cubs very content.”

- THE TIMES

accompanied by live orchestras, is set to delight a whole new audience.

BreakThru Films’ innovative animated film version of Prokofiev’s classic work was produced at the Oscar ®-winning Se-ma-for Studios in Poland using stop-frame model animation (the technique popularised by Wallace and Gromit creators Aardman Animations) and state-of-the-art digital technology.

Orpheus Sinfonia (f. 2009) is a young and vibrant, bright beacon of the UK’s professional orchestral scene, with patrons Dame Judi Dench and Sir Antonio Pappano. Orpheus explores new and ground-breaking avenues for performance, outreach work, and community interaction. They exist to discover creativity and bring music to all, transforming lives and creating music’s future via meaningful, inspiring audience engagement.

Orpheus appears throughout the UK, including Royal Festival Hall, London Coliseum and Windsor Castle, in

wide-ranging performances. Recent highlights include the world premiere of Avatar: Way of Water and the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Concert in Windsor Castle. They can't wait to come to Bury in December for this captivating Peter and the Wolf.

This amazing concert will take place on Thu 7, Fri 8, Sat 9 & Sun 10 December in a covered space in the much-loved Abbey Gardens.

Ticket prices: Adults £15 & Children (3-15 yrs) £8. Book early for 50% off!

“A memorably stylised piece… with moments of haunting grace.”

- RADIO TIMES

ANNUAL SCI-FI AND ACTION EXHIBITION AT MOYSE’S HALL MUSEUM

OUR BIGGEST MOVIE prop and merchandise display ever!

This year the team at Moyse’s Hall invites you to celebrate some key anniversaries as part of this year’s exhibition. West Suffolk Heritage Service is working in partnership with charities, private collectors, and prop professionals, to provide an array of screen used fan favourites in the galleries.

Two big dates this year are the 40th Anniversary of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and the 60th Anniversary of Dr Who. The displays will include screen used and production made props, legacy edition items and much more!

The British Film Museum owner, Warren Reynolds, has put together an amazing Ridley Scott Collection for this year. It will include screen used props from the Oscar winning director’s films Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven, Robin Hood and Black Hawk Down, to name a few.

There will also be an exclusive preview of items from the new and upcoming Napoleonic film released this autumn!

The exhibition will also feature original props from Hollywood blockbusters The Mummy and Pirates of the Caribbean.

With more items to be added, this is looking to be the biggest display in the 12 years the event has been running and for that reason, the exhibition has been extended by an extra month!

Opens Friday 20 October 2023 –Sunday 21 January 2024

Tickets: Adults £6; Children 6-16 £3; Under 5s Free

“The exhibition will also feature original props from Hollywood blockbusters The Mummy and Pirates of the Caribbean.”

LITERATURE FESTIVAL

is back!

BURY ST EDMUNDS LITERATURE FESTIVAL IS BACK FOR ITS FIFTH FESTIVAL ON 20TH-22ND OCTOBER 2023 WITH AN EXCITING AND VARIED WEEKEND CELEBRATING BOOKS AND WRITING

POET ELIZABETH COOK, will open proceedings on Friday evening followed by an Opening Night Party, when the winners of the Short Story Competition will be announced & Open Mic, where the brave can share their work.

Saturday, award-winning children’s author Hannah Gold will inspire readers of all ages talking about her ecofocussed novels and Marianne Levy will be interviewed about her parenting memoir, Don’t Forget To Scream. There will be an area with colouring activities for toddlers and babes in arms are welcome. Kate Sawyer will talk about her Bury based novel This Family and adapting her Costa Shortlisted hit Stranding for screen. Ashley HicksonLovence will talk about Your Show, his lyrical fictionalisation of the life of Uriah Rennie, the first Black referee in the Premier League.

Get historical with Annie Garthwaite, discussing Cecily, her reimagining of the life of Richard III’s mother. Then welcome the return of the Queen of Crime Fiction, Elly Griffiths author of The Ruth Galloway Mysteries.

Sunday, radical artist Gwen John will be discussed by authors Maggie Humm and Annabel Abbs. Then some

of the best new voices in fiction out of East Anglia will be introduced: Sussie Anie, Karen Angelico, Eva Verde Rajasree Variyar. To close the festival, as a nod to the proximity to Halloween, a triple bill of events will be presented about books that are spooky, monstrous and/or downright horrifying. Polly Crosby and SA Harris will discuss their gothic mysteries set in Suffolk and Sunday Times bestselling Rosie Andrews will discuss literal and figurative monsters in her hugely popular The Leviathan.

Finally a very exciting panel event: The Women They Called Witches. Join AK Blakemore (The Manningtree Witches), Margaret Meyer (The Witching Tide) & Marion Gibson (Witchcraft: A History In 13 Lessons) discuss a subject entrenched in the history of Bury St Edmunds.

Tickets £5-10, with discounts for U26 or benefits. Go to www.burylitfest.co.uk/ for more details and tickets.

THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES

ELLY GRIFFITHS © SARA REEVE

“...some of the best new voices in fiction out of East Anglia will be introduced...”

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Friday 15 September – 8:00pm EAST 17

Relive your younger years with the iconic 90s boy band, East 17, as they sing all the popular hits: House of Love, It’s Alright, Stay Another Day and many more!

Saturday 23 September – 7:30pm THE SOUTH

A 9-piece band who feature former members of The Beautiful South including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles.

Friday 29 September – 7:30pm THE ED SHEERAN EXPERIENCE

Performing since 2014, Jack Shepherd has become the most established tribute. Everything is played live on a replica loop pedal similar to Ed’s.

Come and sample what’s on offer in Haverhill Arts Centre, the little theatre that punches well above its weight.

Saturday 30 September – 7:30pm ROCK FOR HEROES

World class musicians and singers breathe new life into the music of Guns ‘N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, Prince, Queen, Meat Loaf and many more!

Tuesday 24 October – 11:30am & 2:00pm

THE AMAZING BUBBLE MAN

After his two sell out shows at HAC, Louis Pearl is back with the magical science of bubbles. With square bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, bubble volcanos and more!

Wednesday 25 October – 2:00pm HOCUS PANTO

The three witches you love to hate are here and more magical than ever, flying high in this wicked Halloween Pantomime. Magical illusions, pop songs and things that go bump in the night.

Friday 10 November – 7:30pm

THE TIME OF OUR LIVES

Loose your blues and cut footloose, featuring ‘Don’t You Forget About Me’, ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’, ‘Footloose’ ‘Danger Zone’ and many more! All your favourite 80s classics in one show.

Friday 17 November – 7:30pm THE THREE DEGREES

Well known for their soulful voices, beautiful gowns, and fabulous stage shows. They are known all around the world for songs like When will I see you again, Dirty Ol’ Man and Take Good Care of Yourself.

Saturday 18 November – 7:30pm THE CARPENTERS: THE VOICE OF THE HEART

A stunning two-hour show, performing a celebration of music from one of the world’s most popular duos. Featuring songs such as Close to You, Goodbye to Love, Yesterday Once More and others.

Friday 15 – Sunday 24 December DICK WHITTINGTON

A First for HAC, this year’s panto will be produced by in-house! Join Dick and his cat as they seek to make their fortune and foil the dastardly King Rat! Expect toe tapping songs and laughs galore in this much-loved rags to riches story and celebration of dear old London Town.

Saturday 6 January –11:00am

CAN BEARS SKI?

Join Little Bear and Dad Bear as they learn how there are many ways to communicate love, and to find your place in the world. Based on the book by Raymond Antrobus and Ted Hughes who draws on his own experience as a deaf child in a hearing world.

Friday 26 January – 7:30pm

WOMEN IN ROCK

You will dance and sing along to this spectacular show celebrating 5 decades of the world’s greatest female rock legends. From Quatro to Joplin, Cher to Turner and more, the set list is endless!

“A First for HAC, this year’s panto will be produced by in-house!”

THE AMAZING BUBBLE MAN

HOCUS PANTO

WHAT’S ON

FESTIVE market

SAVE THE DATE for the St Edmundsbury Cathedral Christmas Market! The festive fun begins Thursday 23 November and runs through to Saturday 25 November. Doors will open between 10.00 am and 4.30 pm daily.

50+ stallholders from Suffolk and beyond will be here to showcase their products - a perfect place to find your

Christmas gifts and to shop local.

You’ll get the chance to browse stalls while also taking in the beautiful setting of the Cathedral. In addition to the shopping experience, there will be daily entertainment for visitors.

This autumn / winter, look out for family activities in the Cathedral during half-term and activities for teens in The Yard, including eco crafts and much more.

LINDISFARNE

FRI 22 SEPT, 7.30pm

SEPTEMBERNOVEMBER 2023

RALPH MCTELL

FRI 29 SEPT, 7.30PM

Composer of ‘Streets of London’.

EDDI READER

SAT 30 SEPT, 7.30pm

SKIPINNISH

WED 11 OCT, 8pm

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THE APEX, 1 CHARTER SQUARE,

SIMON EVANS

FRI 20 OCT, 8pm

Anthemic songs and rocking bagpipe led tunes.

BROTHER STRUT

THU 12 OCT, 8pm

TINA LIVE – THE TINA TURNER EXPERIENCE

SAT 23 SEPT, 7.30pm

100 YEARS OF BIG BANDS

SUN 24 SEPT, 5pm

The Len Phillips Swing Orchestra with Matt Ford and Nicola Emmanuelle.

THE THREE DEGREES

MON 25 SEPT, 7.30pm

FASCINATING AIDA

SUN 1 OCT, 7.30pm SOLD OUT!

But they’ll be returning in March!

NIK KERSHAW

TUE 3 OCT, 8pm SOLD OUT!

ED BYRNE

WED 4 OCT, 7.30pm SOLD OUT!

CALLING PLANET EARTH

THU 5 OCT, 7.30pm Multi-tribute to the 1980s.

ROCKET MAN

WED 27 SEPT, 7.30pm

A Tribute to Sir Elton John.

RUBY TURNER

THU 28 SEPT, 7.30pm

JUDY COLLINS

MON 9 OCT, 7.30pm

Funk, blues and 1960s & 70s-style American soul.

GENESIS VISIBLE TOUCH

SAT 14 OCT, 8pm

THE STARS FROM THE COMMITMENTS

SUN 15 OCT, 7.30pm Hits from the film by original Commitments cast.

KATHRYN TICKELL & THE DARKENING

MON 16 OCT, 7.30pm

Stand-up comedy.

ELIO PACE: BILLY JOEL ALBUMS SHOW

SAT 21 OCT, 7.30pm ‘Cold Spring Harbor’ and ‘River Of Dreams’.

THE SOOTY SHOW

SUN 22 OCT, 11AM & 2.30pm

GLENN HUGHES

MON 23 OCT, 7.30pm

Singer of ‘Send in the Clowns’ & ‘Both Sides Now’.

Northumbrian pipes, fiddles, lyres and voices.

LEE MEAD

TUE 17 OCT, 7.30pm Star of West End Musicals.

TOYAH AND ROBERT’S

SUNDAY LUNCH LIVE

THU 19 OCT, 7.30pm SOLD OUT!

Classic Deep Purple Live. Last few tickets!

ALBERT LEE BAND

TUE 24 OCT, 7.30pm

Fingerstyle guitar picker.

ST EDMUNDS IP33 3FD

VINCENT SIMONE –TANGO PASSIONS

WED 25 OCT, 7.30pm

SHOWADDYWADDY

FRI 3 NOV, 7.30pm

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE

FRI 10 NOV, 7pm

BEVERLEY CRAVEN & JUDIE TZUKE

SAT 11 NOV, 7.30pm

SKERRYVORE

MON 20 NOV, 7.30pm

Feel-good Scottish traditional music.

KING KING

WED 22 NOV, 7.30pm

JOHN ROBINS

THU 26 OCT, 7.30pm

Stand-up comedy.

CHINA CRISIS

FRI 27 OCT, 7.30pm

Folk roots, contemporary greats & classic hits.

MARTIN KEMP

SAT 4 NOV, 7.30pm SOLD OUT!

STEVEN YALLOP AND HIS SHOW ORCHESTRA

SUN 5 NOV, 7.30pm

BILLY BILLINGHAM

MON 6 NOV, 7.30pm

Former SAS and bodyguard to Hollywood superstars.

TERJE ISUNGSET ICE QUARTET

TUE 7 NOV, 7.30pm

KROKE

TUE 14 NOV, 7.30pm

Klezmer music with Balkan influences.

PENGUIN CAFÉ

THU 16 NOV, 7.30pm

Combining folk, classical and minimalism in sonic landscapes.

THE RAT PACK

FRI 17 NOV, 7.30pm

Blues rock band.

WARD THOMAS

THU 23 NOV, 8pm SOLD OUT!

ELIZA CARTHY & JON BODEN’S WASSAIL

MON 27 NOV, 8pm

Seasonal, traditional songs.

SUZI RUFFELL

TUE 28 NOV, 8pm

‘Wishful Thinking’, ‘Christian’, ‘Black Man Ray’ and ‘King in a Catholic Style’.

PAUL YOUNG

SAT 28 OCT, 7.30pm

Songs & stories.

CATRIN FINCH & AOIFE NI BHRIAIN

SUN 29 OCT, 7.30pm

“A chiming, intimate and utterly beautiful world of sound” BBC Music.

CARA DILLON

WED 8 NOV, 7.30pm New & traditional songs & poems.

THE GIGSPANNER BIG BAND: SALTLINES

THU 9 NOV, 7.30pm

Stars of West End show ‘The Rat Pack, Live From Las Vegas’.

SUFFOLK SINFONIA

SAT 18 NOV, 7.30pm Classical favourites.

ELÉGIE: RACHMANINOFF - A HEART IN EXILE

SUN 19 NOV, 7.30pm

Stand-up comedy.

GARETH MALONE: SING-ALONG-AGARETH-2

WED 29 NOV, 7.30pm

Virtuoso harp & violin.

PHILIPPA PERRY

TUE 31 OCT, 7.30pm

Offering her sane and sage advice.

NINE BELOW ZERO + DR FEELGOOD

THU 30 NOV, STARTS

7.45pm

With author Raynor Winn.

The life & music of Sergei Rachmaninoff.

MASTERS

of the air

VISIT THE REAL-LIFE LOCATIONS of New TV Series ‘Masters of The Air’ in Bury St Edmunds.

A new TV series starring BAFTA-Winning Best Actor Austin Butler will be coming to Apple TV+ soon based on Donald L. Miller’s non-fiction book 'Masters of The Air' and produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks.

The book and TV series tells the true story of the bomber boys of the USAAF 8th Air Force, known as the Mighty Eighth, who brought the war to Hitler's doorstep.

During WWII, the East of England became home to thousands of American air force personnel – over 350,000 in total. The Friendly Invasion, as it was dubbed, introduced our rural

area to the big band music of Glenn Miller, peanut butter, chewing gum, nylons, donuts, jitterbugging, Coca Cola and much more.

But did you know Bury St Edmunds has a part in this historic story?

ROUGHAM CONTROL TOWER

AVIATION MUSEUM

RAF Bury St Edmunds became home to the 94th Bomb Group from 15 June 1943 to 12 December 1945 flying the B-17 Flying Fortress. From Bury St Edmunds (now Rougham Airfield), the men of the 94th Bomb Group, mentioned in the Master’s of The Air book, flew more than 300 missions. This year is the 80th anniversary of the 94th Bomb Group arriving in the UK.

You can visit Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum which is home to a fascinating collection of memorabilia from the 94th Bomb Group (and the 47th Bombardment Group and the 322nd Bomb Group who were there before) including photos, artefacts, uniforms, letters, and photographs, which tell the story of the Bury St Edmunds base and the US personnel stationed there, many donated by their families.

With a view from the top of the control tower and the sound of 40s music by such legends as The Glenn Miller Band (The Glenn Miller Ensemble played at the air base during WWII), you can imagine the deep roar of the engines and the sound of the propellers of the B17 flying fortresses as you look around the museum.

The museum is lovingly taken care of by volunteers in memory of all those who served there and is open every Sunday, from April to October. Entry is FREE but donations welcome.

THE WORLD WAR II ROYAL OBSERVER CORPS CONTROL CENTRE

You can visit the WWII ROC Control Centre at Bury St Edmunds Guildhall – the only surviving ROC centre in the country.

From there, the Royal Observer Corps protected the skies of Suffolk, relaying

“A new TV series starring BAFTAWinning Best Actor Austin Butler will be coming to Apple TV+ soon based on Donald L. Miller’s non-fiction book

'Masters of The Air'...”

ROUGHAM CONTROL TOWER AVIATION MUSEUM

APPLEBY ROSE GARDEN MONUMENT

You can now buy Donald L Miller’s Masters of The Air, Cliff Hall’s Memories of Rougham Airfield, and John Appleby’s Suffolk Summer books from The Apex Tourist Information Centre.

vital messages during WWII to crews at local air bases including Rougham and Lavenham.

Open Days are held regularly and Tours of Bury St Edmunds Guildhall in Guildhall Street are available by appointment.

THE APPLEBY ROSE GARDEN IN THE ABBEY GARDENS

When John Tate Appleby from Arkansas arrived by train to the dark and rainy platform at Cockfield railway station in Suffolk one evening in March 1945, the war in Europe was all but over.

So, during the seven months that he spent in Suffolk, John travelled around East Anglia, mainly by bicycle, fell in love with Suffolk and the result was a book, ‘Suffolk Summer’. He donated

his royalties from the book to fund The Abbey Gardens Rose Garden, previously an orchard, as a lasting memorial to the brave young men who lost their lives so far from their homeland.

The garden has over 400 rose bushes and a beautiful bench made from the wing of a USAAF B17 Flying Fortress. There's also a stone monument in memory of the 94th Bomb Group. Unveiled in 1977, the monument is dedicated to those Americans ‘who gave their lives during World War II’.

For more information on Bury’s part in the Masters of The Air story visit www. burystedmundsandbeyond.co.uk/ masters-of-the-air

Did you know?

• The Corn Exchange, now a stunning Wetherspoons pub on Abbeygate Street, was a favourite dance spot for GI's based at Bury St Edmunds and Lavenham.

• The Athenaeum was canteen during WWII and served almost a million and a half servicemen and women until it closed in 1945!

• Academy Award winning actor Jimmy Stewart ordered trucks of Greene King lager every week for the thirsty air crews of the 453rd Bombardment Group stationed at Old Buckenham in Norfolk.

• The Flight of Peace sculpture featuring a B17 Flying Fortress, commissioned by Bury in Bloom, on the Lady Miriam Way roundabout commemorates the US Air Force’s arrival at Rougham Airfield.

• The servicemen of the 487th Bomb Group based at Lavenham Airfield (also mentioned in the Masters of The Air book) called The Swan their local pub and left their signature on the wall there. Now called The Airmen’s Bar, the 1,000+ signatures are lovingly preserved by The Swan at Lavenham Hotel & Spa.

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APPLEBY ROSE GARDEN BENCH WWII ROC CONTROL CENTRE

THE SWAN AT LAVENHAM'S AIRMEN'S BAR

GEORGIAN splendour

BUILT TO ENTERTAIN, THE ATHENAEUM IN THE BEAUTIFUL TOWN OF BURY ST EDMUNDS IS THE IDEAL VENUE FOR BUSINESS MEETINGS AND CONFERENCES

THIS HISTORIC GRADE I listed building has been hosting memorable events for over 150 years and today, clients and delegates can now enjoy its rich heritage and atmosphere for business events.

With a stunning Georgian interior and light and airy rooms, The Athenaeum is the perfect business venue. Consisting of five flexible inter-connecting event spaces with a stunning Georgian interior, The Athenaeum is available for daytime meetings, exhibitions and networking

events and can be hired independently or exclusively from 10 to 200 delegates.

The light and airy ground floor Ballroom is the largest and most flexible room, with its gentle pastel interiors, elaborate crystal chandeliers and magnificent pillars. The space lends itself to almost any meeting configuration.

The first floor Reading Room and Lounge are perfect for small meetings, presentations, training courses or private dining, offering natural daylight and views over Bury’s Georgian square. The venue can also accommodate natural breakout rooms for events

with two further smaller rooms on the ground floor.

The onsite Seasoned team provides a friendly, professional and flexible venue management service including in-house hospitality, AV equipment hire, entertainment, flowers and styling solutions from Bury St Edmunds’ leading suppliers.

Seasoned’s hospitality menus are freshly made from scratch every day using the freshest, seasonal and sustainably sourced ingredients and are perfect for meetings and business events. Delegates will enjoy locally roasted coffee from Crude Coffee Roasters and other local treats from The Friendly Loaf bakery, Taste of Suffolk butchers and the Greene King brewery. www.the-athenaeum.com

Seasoned also provide the café, bar and event catering experiences at The Apex. www.theapex.co.uk

“Seasoned’s hospitality menus are freshly made from scratch every day”

Rickshaw

DID YOU KNOW? … RICKSHAW RIDES ARE FREE

IT’S BEEN A DELIGHTFUL TIME this summer, transporting people around our town to see the Abbey Gardens and the Hidden Gardens in Bury St Edmunds and West Stow - helping people see the delights of our green fingered friends.

And as the warmth of the summer months fade, the pleasure of giving rickshaw rides continue. The team now have 5 fully operational rickshaws providing environmentally friendly rides for passengers, cargo (food & goods), along with our specialised wheelchairfriendly rickshaw.

As our days get shorter and the cold creeps in, we add blankets and canopies to keep the outside a joy to be in.

Our special trips to see the Christmas lights and market stalls by rickshaw in the evenings will be available from mid-November until 22nd December.

So, if you’re not getting out give the rickshaw a shout; 01284 339449.

Remember, rides are FREE as Bury Rickshaw is entirely run by volunteers, so do give us a call!

“I recently read a book by Adrian Bell (Martin Bell’s father) who had observed and written in the Times Newspaper a column every month on the wonders of nature we have on our doorstep. He recognised the value of seeing, smelling, and observing the things we grow for our pleasure. It is one of the reasons the rickshaw rides are so successful because both the passengers and volunteer riders benefit from the everchanging seasons.”

- SAM REID OF BURY RICKSHAWS

OUR HORIZON IS BROADER

JOHN SAUNDERS, MARKETING OFFICER FOR BURY TOWN GUIDES WRITES:

ANOTHER GOOD SUMMER season will soon give way to new opportunities on our guided tours. Daily tours run until the end of October so there is still time to book but Halloween weekend is on the horizon and the commencement of our ghostly and macabre tours.

Last year 623 people booked and many others were disappointed because we sold out so this year we will be adding some extra dates. These are great nights of learning and laughter

with guides entering into the spirit (no pun intended) dressed in their spooky characters. Children under 14 are not permitted because of the adult nature of the tours.

At £10 per person these represent excellent value and an occasion of fun for families, friends or workmates.

An exciting initiative between the Guides and the Guildhall will highlight the time that the American forces were stationed within the community during the Second World War. This will cover their lifestyle, key buildings and the

social relationships that existed and will culminate in a visit to the Guildhall and Britain’s only surviving Royal Observer Corps Operations Room.

Information about this and all tours can be found at www.burystedmundstourguides.org.

© BURY TOUR GUIDES

HALF term EVENT

THINGS TO DO

What's on at

WEST STOW

WEST STOW is a unique place – its Country Park comprises of 125 acres of unspoilt countryside to explore including trails, a site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) heathland and woodland walks.

The Anglo-Saxon Village site, with its reconstructed buildings and museum sits in the heart of the surrounding Breckland landscape.

All this makes for a special venue for the diverse programme of events being held this Autumn and Winter.

And currently on show, until Sunday 17 December 2023 at the West Stow Anglo-Saxon village (normal admission fees apply), are artefacts from the site of Staunch Meadow, Brandon bringing visitors Writing and Religion: The Conversion Period in West Suffolk.

West Suffolk Council Heritage Service have worked with © The Trustees of the British Museum and Suffolk County

HALLOWE'EN

“...a special venue for the diverse programme of events being held this Autumn and Winter.”

Council Archaeological Service to bring together a display which show evidence of sophistication, literacy, and Christianity during the height of the settlement at Staunch Meadow before it was abandoned around the time of the arrival of the Viking army in the later 9th century.

Highlights include a beautiful gold plaque with a depiction of St John the Evangelist (kindly on loan from © The Trustees of the British Museum) and an antler inkwell carved with a riddle written in runes (kindly on loan from Suffolk County Council Archaeological Service).

LONGBOW EXPERIENCE - £25

1pm – Sun 10 Sep & Sun 15 Oct

SUNDAY SLOWDOWN – RESTORATIVE YOGA AT WEST STOW - £25

4pm – Sun 3 Sep, Sun 1 Oct & Sun 19 Nov

HIDDEN HISTORY OF WEST STOW COUNTRY PARK – FREE

11am – Thu 7 Sep & Thu 21 Sep

WULFINGAS

Sat 16 – Sun 17 September

Experience Early Anglo-Saxon life with one of our regular re-enactment groups.

YOUTH PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: THE SAXON VILLAGE - £10 10am – Sat 30 Sep

YOUTH PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: CLOSE-UPS - £10

1.30pm – Sat 30 Sep

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS: THE SAXON VILLAGE - £20 10am – Sun 1 Oct

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS: CLOSE-UPS - £20

1.30pm – Sun 1 Oct

WULFHEODENAS

Sat 21 – Sun 22 October

Come and meet members of this living history society, see their archaeological reconstructions and crafts. Special prices apply

SPOOKY SAXON HALLOWE'EN – HALF-TERM ACTIVITIES

Mon 23 Oct – Sun 5 Nov

Half-term horrors at West Stow! Take part in our Hallowe'en trail and quest around the spooky Saxon Village. Are you brave enough to seek out the magical charms and enter the witchy workshop?

PREPARING FOR YULE

Sat 2 December

Meet the Friends of West Stow AngloSaxon village as they prepare to ready the Hall for the Yule time celebrations. A chance to see the group Stowacynn and find out about AngloSaxon life.

Free entry

MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS

Bookable slots, Sat 2 –Sun 3 December

Father Christmas has made an early stop off at West Stow, so why not take the opportunity to have a festive chat and a family picture? Our friendly elf will be on site to ensure you have a wonderful experience, your ticket also includes access to a crafty workshop making Christmas decorations, and FREE entry to the Anglo-Saxon village and museum.

Food and Drink offering available. £8 per child, includes a special Christmas Gonk to take away.

RING QUEST 2024

Sat 17 – Sun 25 Feb 2024

A note for your diary - Ring Quest will be back for February half-term.

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

HALLOWE'EN

CHRISTMAS

at arc

AS THE NIGHTS begin to get shorter and the temperature starts to drop, the arc is gearing up for an array of winter festivities!

With Halloween quickly approaching, the fun needn’t stop with summer. Expect plenty of opportunities to win treats (not tricks) for arc customers, and keep your eyes peeled for meet and greets with some spooky friends.

Due to popular demand, the cosy Christmas Cabin will be returning to Charter Square in November ready to open for more Christmas tales, swiftly followed by the spectacular annual light switch-on display on the 16th.

There will be no shortage of magical moments to immerse yourself in this year with traditional Gallopers, late night shopping, live music performances and even an ice rink.

WATERSIDE wonderland

IF YOU’RE LOOKING for a truly magical garden to visit this winter, Fullers Mill in Suffolk will enchant you. The award-winning, waterside wonderland sits on the banks of the River Lark and Culford Stream and is owned and maintained by Perennial, the charity helping people in horticulture. Its plantsman’s collection of unusual shrubs, perennials, marginal plants and woodland offers a fantastic display of colour at this time of year. Come and see what's new including a gravel bed, inspired by Beth Chatto’s garden in Essex, and stay for a warming cuppa and peaceful Christmas shopping for festive cards, gifts, bulbs, plants and local Suffolk-made items. Gardens do wonders for wellbeing, yet those who work with plants, trees, flowers or grass, often need help that nature can’t provide. By visiting Fullers Mill, you can top up your own winter wellbeing and help Perennial to support people in horticulture who make our parks, gardens and green spaces so beautiful.

When we’re open:

• Artist in Residence Exhibition – now until Sunday 24 September

We’re delighted to have Andriy Nekrasov, Honoured Artist of Ukraine, displaying his fabulous images of the house and garden. His exhibition is open during garden opening times. Viewing is included as part of visitor entry to the garden.

• Garden and Shop – now until 29 October, 2-5pm on Wednesdays and 11am-5pm Friday to Sunday.

• National Garden Scheme – Sunday 1

So, get ready to get your skates on at arc this festive season!

To ensure you don’t miss out, subscribe to arc’s social media channels and eflyer to get regular updates on all upcoming events.

www.arc-burystedmunds.com

October, 2-5pm

• Festive Opening - Saturdays, from 4 November to 16 December, 11am-4pm During the festive season the garden and shop will be open - you’re welcome to shop for your festive gifts without visiting the garden.

• Snowdrop Days - Wednesdays and Fridays in February 2024, 11am-3pm.

Booking is not required, but special arrangements for groups can be made in advance. To find out more about the garden, go to fullersmill.org.uk.

“By visiting Fullers Mill, you can top up your own winter wellbeing...”

WHAT’S ON

HORSE play

THE NATIONAL HORSE RACING MUSEUM occupies a 5-acre site in the heart of Newmarket. Use the latest interactive and audio-visual displays to find out about the history of horseracing, enjoy some of the country’s best examples of sporting art, meet former racehorses, have a go on the racehorse simulator, watch the sparks fly as a farrier works in the forge, and so much more.

SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS

MUTINY IN COLOUR EXHIBITION

Don’t miss your final chance to see the amazing collections of the Mutiny in Colour Exhibition which runs until 1st October. See over 50 pieces of contemporary street art including Banksy’s most expensive piece ‘Love is in the Air’ dubbed the £10million Banksy.

From Saturday 21st October to Sunday 25th February 2024

IN HER OWN VOICE: THE ART OF LUCY KEMP-WELCH (1869-1958)

The museum welcomes a brand-new exhibition by Lucy Kemp-Welch this autumn. Lucy Kemp-Welch is one of Britain’s best-known female artists. Over a long and successful career spanning the first half of the 20th century she became a leading painter of horses, famous for her illustrations for Black Beauty.

Running until April 2024

QIPCO BRITISH CHAMPION SERIES

HALL OF FAME

The Museum is proud to host a permanent exhibition of the QIPCO British Champions Series Hall of Fame. The exhibition immortalises horseracing’s modern greats, both human and equine, from 1970 onwards.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

There will be creative family friendly activities in October half term and the December holiday. Please see the website for more information.

Events:

Friday 29 September & 24 November LITTLE HORSESHOES CREATIVE PLAY SESSIONS

Come along on the last Friday of the month for a free creative play session designed for pre-school children and their caregivers. Booking essential.

Sunday 1st October SUFFOLK PUNCHES

This rare breed of workhorse is a sight to behold, and one not to be missed. You will be able to watch demonstrations in the arena and then meet these beautiful horses - included within general admission.

Friday 27 October

FRIGHT NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM! Join us for a spooktacular program of Halloween events if you dare!

Saturday 25 November

HORSE PLAY

A matinee performance in the John Lambton Rooms. The true story of Sproston Boy; athlete, companion and… well…horse! Join Norfolk Arts Awards ‘23 nominee The Whiting’s On The Wall for this unmissable, underdog adventure with unlikely heroes.

Thursday 15 December

PALACE HOUSE BY CANDLELIGHT

Get in the mood for Christmas and enjoy Christmas carols in the King’s Yard with a glass of fizz.

For more information, and to book, please visit www.nhrm.co.uk

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE NATIONAL HORSE RACING MUSEUM?

LOVE IS IN THE AIR BY BANKSY CHILDREN IN THE PALACE HOUSE

HALL OF FAME

GYPSY HORSE DROVERS BY LUCY ELIZABETH KEMP-WELCH

THEATRE ROYAL

A ROYAL ROUND-UP

WHAT'S ON AT THEATRE ROYAL IN BURY ST EDMUNDS

SPECIAL EVENTS

AN EVENING WITH DEREK JACOBI AND RADIO 4’S LIBBY PURVES

Sun 1 Oct

AN EVENING WITH IMOGEN STUBBS AND RADIO 4’S LIBBY PURVES

Sun 8 Oct

TERRY WAITE CBE AND JOHN MCCARTHY CBE IN CONVERSATION

Tue 14 Nov

CAROLS FROM CAMBRIDGE

Tue 5 Dec

COMEDY

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

Tue 12 Sep

festive SPECIAL

OH WHAT A LOVELY WAR

Thu 28 – Sat 30 Sep

A satirical, funny and deeply moving musical (based on 1969 film) about the atrocities of the First World War.

HANCOCK’S HALF HOUR

Sat 28 Oct

STAND-UP

THEATRE ROYAL COMEDY CLUB

Wed 13 Sep & Wed 11 Oct

SHAPARAK KHORSANDI: SCATTERBRAIN

Fri 8 Sep

ALFIE MOORE: A FACE FOR RADIO

Tue 19 Sep

ENTERTAINMENT

MURDER SHE DIDN’T WRITE

Fri 22 – Sat 23 Sep

A classic murder mystery created on the spot in this hilarious and unpredictable show!

CRIMES ON CENTRE COURT

Tue 26 Sep

Private investigators descend on Whombledun after a suspicious death. Expect comedy pandemonium!

PAUL ZERDIN: PUPPETMAN

Sat 16 Sep

Join ventriloquist Paul and his array of creations including Sam, Albert, Baby and Urban Fox.

PETE FIRMAN: TRIKTOK

Wed 20 Sep

Expect an evening of jaw-dropping magic and laugh-out-loud comedy from the UK’s top comedy magician.

AN EVENING WITH REVEREND RICHARD COLES SOLD OUT

Wed 27 Sep

MUSIC

LUNCHTIME CONCERTS

Tickets £10 and include refreshments

THE ROCOCO ENSEMBLE

Wed 13 Sep

THE CHRIS INGHAM JAZZ TRIO

Wed 18 Oct

STOWMARKET CONCERT BAND

Wed 8 Nov

THE MAGIC OF THE BEES GEES

Sat 9 Sep

THE DOLLY SHOW

Thu 14 Sep

THE LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS

Sun 17 Sep

OH WHAT A NIGHT!

Sat 14 Oct

DRAMA

SPLINTER

Thu 12 Oct

A story of love and memory and what happens when both begin to fade.

GHOST STORIES BY CANDLELIGHT

Fri 13 Oct

Haunting tales and folk music from the ‘witch counties’ of East Anglia.

FRANKENSTEIN

Tue 31 Oct – Sat 4 Nov

1943 and while Europe tears itself apart, two women hide from their past. One has a terrifying story to tell.

A VERY OLD MAN WITH ENORMOUS WINGS

Sun 12 Nov

Darkly comic: Two storytellers find something remarkable in their garden: an angel? An Alien?

Promotion: BOGOF on tickets with code TYS23. LIMITED AVAILABILITY.

FAITH HEALER

Tue 3 – Sat 7 Oct

By Brian Friel: It’s 1960 and Frank Hardy has the gift of healing, offering salvation to the afflicted from dingy village halls. A group of monologues telling the stories of intriguing characters.

FAMILY SHOWS

I BELIEVE IN UNICORNS

Wed 25 Oct

Based on the book by Michael Morpurgo. Tomas hates reading but his world turns upside down when he meets the Unicorn Lady in his local library.

OLAF FALAFEL’S SUPER STUPID SHOW

Fri 27 Oct

Join comedian and children’s author Olaf Falafel for an hour of truth-telling cheese, fishing, bumbags and silly drawing.

LOCAL AMATEUR SHOWS

OLIVER!

Tue 17 – Sat 21 Oct

Performed by Bury St Edmunds Operatic Dramatic Society.

DISNEY’S FROZEN JR.

Mon 23 – Tue 24 Oct

Performed by The Voice Squad.

SWEENEY TODD

Tue 7 – Sat 11 Nov

Performed by Irving Stage Company.

PANTOMIME

SNOW WHITE

Fri 24 Nov – Sun 14 Jan

After her father’s death, Princess Snow White inherits the throne of Buryland but Lady Lucretia (Snow White’s wicked aunt) insists on being Queen until the Princess turns 21. Rumours are whispered and Snow White fears her life may be in danger as the Queen has no plans on giving back the throne! Fleeing to the deepest depths of Bradfield Wood, Snow White makes some surprising new friends who will protect her no matter the cost! Under 2’s go free on a lap. Accessible performances on the website.

Autumn season sponsored by Churchgates. Theatre Royal sponsored by Jaynic.

FRANKESTEIN

I BELIEVE IN UNICORNS

ROC OPS ROOM OPEN DAYS 10am - 4pm, Free Admissions

The Guildhall contains the only surviving WW2 Operations Room of the Royal Observer Corps – an unsung group of local heroes who were the ‘eyes and ears of the RAF’ during the Battle of Britain.

Discover the stories of the remarkable people who worked in the Ops Room, and the incredible events they were part of, at special free open days throughout the year.

• Saturday 16th September

• Sunday 17th September

• Sunday 29th October

• Sunday 26th November

WHAT'S ON

AT THE BURY ST EDMUNDS GUILDHALL

“UNFOLDING” EXHIBITION - OUT OF THE FOLD TEXTILE GROUP

Tuesday 3rd to Sunday 8th October, 10am – 4pm, Free Admissions

Out of the Fold Textile Group will exhibit a brand new series of textile and mixed media art with their exhibition "Unfolding".

Out of the Fold are a group of eleven artists who meet regularly near Bury St Edmunds to make work for exhibition and sale. A second series, "Monochrome", will also be displayed, having been exhibited at Snape Maltings in 2022.

FOREWORD FESTIVAL

Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th October, 10am - 4pm, Free Admissions

The first literary fringe festival in the UK!

The Foreword Festival will bring you graphic novels, SF and fantasy, comedy, poetry, children's books, non-fiction and more. Meet the authors, discover new genres and new stories. Plus, books from unique indie publishers and workshops to develop your writing and publishing skills.

Entry to the main festival is free, but there is a charge for the workshops, PLUS super-secret fringe events to be announced later!

SUFFOLK CRAFT SOCIETY EXHIBITION

Friday 3rd to Sunday 19th November, 10am - 4pm, Free Admissions

The Suffolk Craft Society returns to the glorious backdrop of the Guildhall for the third year running, perfect timing for Christmas shopping. The Society represents over 90 makers from East Anglia working across a wide range of different craft disciplines.

To find out more about events, tours, or venue hire please visit www.burystedmundsguildhall.org.uk

WW2 OPERATIONS ROOM © REBECCA AUSTIN

“The Foreword Festival will bring you graphic novels, SF and fantasy, comedy, poetry, children's books, non-fiction and more. ”

Join us at St Edmundsbury Cathedral for a wonderful celebration of farming in our glorious county.

The Harvest Festival brings Suffolk together to give thanks The Cathedral will play host to farm animals, Farming Live, family activities and much more!

Sunday 1 October

12 noon to 4.30 pm

WHAT’S ON

AT THE APEX GALLERY Art

The Apex Gallery holds a range of exhibitions throughout the year. The gallery features works by emerging and established artists, as well as engaging with West Suffolk's various community art groups, offering them an opportunity to display their work in a professional environment

KING’S ELY ART & DESIGN EXHIBITION

GCSE and A level Fashion and Textiles, Fine Art and Photography

This exhibition promises to show a broad range of Fashion and Textiles, Fine Art and Photography including examples of exam and coursework of King’s Ely students. This is a unique opportunity to celebrate the highquality work produced by students throughout the year groups.

From Tue 19 Sep – Sun 15 Oct 2023

CURRENTLY SHOWING TIL SUN 17 SEP

Bryan Trueman’s ‘East Anglia - Post Impressions’ Andrew Harrington’s ‘Summer Shadows’

AUDIO VISUAL

In association with Brandler Galleries, The Apex is delighted to present the Audio Visual exhibition.

The exhibition in The Apex Gallery this autumn includes original works by Bob Dylan, Robbie Williams, Banksy, Damien Hirst, Billy Childish, Pure Evil and Robert Del Naja.

The Audio Visual exhibition is free to enter.

From Tue 17 Oct – Sun 19 Nov

BURY ST EDMUNDS PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY EXHIBITION

Bury St Edmunds Photographic Society is proud to present a new exhibition of stunning images showcasing the skills of some of the area’s most talented amateur photographers

On display will be scores of prints representing a wide spectrum of subjects including local interest, architecture, landscape, wildlife, sports, close-up photography and portraiture. The exhibition is all the work of members of Bury St Edmunds Photographic Society (BSEPS), a locally-based club of enthusiastic, creative amateur photographers.

From Tue 21 Nov – Sun 27 Dec

ROBBIE WILLIAMS

BOB DYLAN

NEWMARKET Discover

SEPTEMBER IS A BUSY MONTH for the home of horseracing with the return of racing to the Rowley Mile Racecourse. If you’ve yet to experience the thrill of a day’s racing then book onto a Discover Newmarket Guided Tour where you can go behind the scenes, into areas not normally accessible to the public for just £15 per person with an accompanying racing ticket.

Make your visit extra special by booking a Private Race Day Tour in our stylish Black Cab. For just a one-off fee of £50, on top of the individual tour price of £110, you can book a full day’s experience for up to 5 people. To add the extra VIP treatment there is even the option to add a glass of champagne and copy of the Racing Post. Private tours can also be booked for a number of other tours which can be held on a date of your choice, thus making it the perfect way to celebrate

a special occasion. Visit our website to find out more. Gift vouchers also available.

www.discovernewmarket.co.uk/tours

HENRY CECIL OPEN WEEKEND

Saturday 23rd to Sunday 24th

September

The ever-popular Henry Cecil Open Weekend returns for an action packed weekend of events including a chance to visit a number of Newmarket’s top trainer’s yards. Many of Newmarket’s finest equine attractions will be offering tours including The National Stud, British Racing School and Jockey Club Rooms. The weekend culminates with an afternoon of family entertainment on The Severals with show jumping competitions, pony club games and even a dog show. Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day with all proceeds going to nominated, local charities.

www.thehenrycecilopenweekend.co.uk

ROWLEY MILE

WHAT’S ON IN NEWMARKET THIS AUTUMN AND WINTER

MR SAUSAGE

NEWMARKET SAUSAGE FESTIVAL

Saturday 4th November

Join us for our annual Newmarket Sausage Festival, on Saturday 4th November 2023, on Market Square. Running alongside Newmarket Market there will be a host of sausage themed activities, competitions and stalls to celebrate the town’s long association with the Newmarket sausage.

There will be plenty of samples, recipe ideas and tasty treats to try.

In addition, between Saturday 28th October and Sunday 4th November many of the town’s most loved cafes and restaurants, in and around Newmarket, will be featuring a special sausage dish on their menus as part of the Sausage Safari where you can dine on sausages for a whole week! www.discovernewmarket.co.uk/ whats-on/newmarket-sausagefestival

PRESENTS GALORE

Friday 24th November to

Sunday 26th October

Presents Galore is East Anglia’s most spectacular Christmas Fair. Set in the stunning surroundings of the Rowley Mile Racecourse, Newmarket, the three day Christmas shopping extravaganza offers the perfect start to the festival season. Delivering all the atmosphere, sights and aromas of Christmas and featuring over 100 boutique stalls, the fair is a treasure trove of unique gifts and experiences just waiting to be found. Early bird tickets now on sale! www.presentsgalore.org

CHAMPAGNE AFTERNOON TEA AND TOUR

Sunday 10th December

Find out more about the illustrious history of the headquarters of British Racing and see some of the amazing art collection and sporting memorabilia with a guided tour of the Jockey Club Rooms. Followed by a Champagne Afternoon Tea served by one of the Stewards in the Morning Room. Priced at £49 per person.

For more information on what is happening in Newmarket and the surrounding area visit www. discovernewmarket.co.uk, the town’s official tourism service and tour guide specialists.

PRESENTS GALORE

“The ever-popular Henry Cecil Open Weekend returns for an action packed weekend of events including a chance to visit a number of Newmarket’s top trainer’s yards.”

CHAMPAGNE AFTERNOON TEA AND TOUR

ICKS-WORTH a look

AUTUMN AT ICKWORTH ESTATE

It’s the ‘Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness…’ as John Keats wrote in his Ode to Autumn and certainly, we feel that here at Ickworth Estate as summer turns to autumn in the parkland. In terms of colour, autumn is probably the most spectacular at Ickworth Estate as the trees turn a kaleidoscope of rich reds, oranges and browns which seem to glow in the late afternoon sun.

It’s a great time to make the most of the last warm days with a cycle ride around our multi-use trail. Taking in the further reaches, and often missed parts of the estate, you can bring your own bike or why not hire one from us?

Prices start from £6 for two hours. Open Thursday to Sunday from 10am with last hire at 2pm.

LIGHT NIGHTS RETURN

Light Nights return to Ickworth Estate this November for their fourth year and promise to be bigger and better than ever. With a new route taking in the North Lawn, the front of the Rotunda, East and West Wings and Cedar Meadow will be lit, allowing you to see Ickworth in a new light.

Taking place Friday 10 – Sunday 26 November, tickets start from £9.50 and are on sale now. Brighten up a winter evening by visiting a garden that glows.

CHRISTMAS AT ICKWORTH: A NIGHT AT THE THEATRE

The Georgians were known for their love of the theatre, lavish parties, and get togethers at Christmas which they celebrated for an entire month. Join us between Saturday 2 December –Tuesday 2 January and immerse yourself into the world of the glorious Georgians (think Bridgerton) with luxury and flamboyance as we transform Ickworth into a Night at the Theatre. From the Age of the Theatre to Masquerade Balls, we will bring you the outrageous, excessive and, at times, garish nature of the Georgian’s celebrations.

For more information see www. nationaltrust.org.uk/Ickworth-estate

“Light Nights return to Ickworth Estate this November...”

WHAT’S ON