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NED BOULTING'S MARGINAL MYSTERY TOUR:
1923 AND ALL THAT
SPORTS JOURNALIST AND TELEVISION PRESENTER, NED BOULTING RETURNS TO THE AREA, WITH HIS LATEST CELEBRATION OF THE GREATEST RACE ON EARTH.
NED DELVES INTO the hidden mysteries of a roll of film from the 1923 Tour de France, that fell into his possession during the Covid pandemic and inspired his latest book, '‘1923: The Mystery of Lot 212 and a Tour de France Obsession’. Part detective story, part murder mystery, part costume drama, part French farce, Ned weaves his own typically ridiculous story into the astonishing discoveries he makes about the hidden world of the 1923 Tour de France.
What was the inspiration behind the writing of your bestselling book ‘1923…’?
“Out of the blue, I was sent a link to an online auction during the winter lockdown of 2020. The lot for sale was a reel of old Pathé footage, incomplete (just to add to the mystery), very fragile and of completely unknown providence. The rest, as they say, was history. And research. Lots of research.”
How did the writing process differ, compared to other books you have written?
“There is no comparison. This book took over my life for the best part of two years. It carved paths into the past, stuff that I unearthed which blew my mind, but it also allowed me to forge friendships, when at last I could get to Belgium and France and explore the story to its conclusion.”
When did you decide that your book could be transferred to the stage?
“I wanted to know how the book would be received first. In the back of my mind, I feared that I might have gone mad, and that people wouldn’t come with me. Thankfully, I already sense a kinship among readers of the book, so adapting it for the stage will allow for a different appreciation of the story.”
What can we expect from the Marginal Mystery Tour: 1923 And All That?
“I think that it will appeal to an even wider audience. Because the story spends a lot of time in 1923, I assume no previous knowledge of the race. I want to bring everyone, regardless of whether you’ve read the book or not, with me on the same wonderful, fascinated journey. But, and I can’t stress this enough, there will be jokes about David Millar, Mark Cavendish and Chris Boardman. I can’t NOT do that!”
Is there a particular scene, or character, people should look out for in the show?
“I’m still working on it. But I have not ruled out the return of my worldfamous Peter Sagan impression, last used on stage to devastating effect in 2018. Connoisseurs will realise that over the course of six weeks on the road it went from bad to worse to unrecognisable. But I have had a few years to work on it. It could be back!”
ADAPTING IT FO R THE STAGE WILL ALLOW FOR A DIFFERENT
APPRECIATION OF THE STORY.
A one-man stage show must be a difficult and tiring undertaking, how do you prepare for the tour and each performance?
“I go to altitude training camp in Hilly Fields in Lewisham, staggering around for weeks and weeks on end, muttering to myself and trying to make myself laugh about cycling. It’s not easy.”
What do you hope the audience takes away from your show?
“Nothing but love for the greatest race on earth. It’s really very simple. Oh, and a signed copy of 1923. That’s quite important too.”
Ned Boulting is at The Apex on Monday 18 November. See www.theapex.co.uk or phone 01284 758000 for tickets. Or visit The Apex box office in Charter Square Bury St Edmunds.
GHOST TOURS
Halloween night and every Friday from November to end of March
Uncover spine-tingling tales about Bury St Edmunds’ eerie goings-on by joining the Ghostly and Macabre guided walking tour around the Suffolk town held on various dates on dark autumn and winter evenings between Halloween and the end of March. Lasting 90 minutes, the Bury St Edmunds Tour Guides will take you on a haunted journey with ghostly stories of murder, riots, plague, witchcraft and a mummified cat, with chills and thrills galore. →
FROM GHOSTLY MEDIEVAL MONKS TO THE INFAMOUS GREY LADY, THE HISTORIC TOWN OF BURY ST EDMUNDS IN SUFFOLK OFFERS CHILLS AND THRILLS GALORE. COULD IT BE THE MOST HAUNTED PLACE IN BRITAIN?
THERE ARE EVENING GHOST TOURS, SPOOKTACULAR EVENTS , PUMPKIN PATCHES TO VISIT AND EERIE CHURCHYARDS TO WALK THROUGH.
TOP THINGS TO DO THIS HALLOWEEN
→ Starting with Moyse’s Hall, the tour winds around the darkened streets to tell stories of screaming skulls, mysterious ‘monk’ like figures appearing in cellars, burnings and hangings and more, finishing up in the dark and deserted Great Churchyard. Participants must be aged 14 years or over and under 18s accompanied by an adult. Find out more at www. burystedmundstourguides.org
VISIT SPOOKY MOYSE’S HALL MUSEUM
Housed in a town centre medieval building, Moyse’s Hall Museum offers a fascinating view into the past plus the notorious Red Barn Murder, local superstitions and witchcraft as well as prison paraphernalia. Step inside a gibbet cage, try on a ball and chain for size, experience the smells of history including the wretched tanner’s pits, handle thumbscrews, try on manacles and pick up a Norman sword.
The Museum's ground floor features six Terrible Tales by Terry Deary, bestselling author of the popular Horrible Histories books. Every story links back to an artefact, bringing the museum’s stories to life.
Other ‘spooky’ events at Moyse’s Hall this Halloween include Mr Crippen, Cora & The Body In The Basement and The Thing on the Doorstep - H.P. Lovecraft Halloween Reading. Find out more at www.moyseshall.org
MORE… GHOST STORIES BY CANDLELIGHT
Theatre Royal | Sunday 20 October
Following the sell-out success of last year’s tour, HighTide brings you four brand-new ghost stories in More…Ghost Stories by Candlelight. All-new for 2024, gather close for a chilling evening of modern tales and music from the ‘Haunted Counties’ of the East.
Find out more at www.theatreroyal.org
THERE’S A MONSTER IN YOUR SHOW
Theatre Royal | Monday 28Wednesday 30 October
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show, perfect for Halloween family fun.
Find out more at www.theatreroyal.org
SPOOKY STORIES BY THE FIREPLACE
The Guildhall | Tuesday 29th October
Meet the Grey Lady of Bury St Edmunds, who will enchant you with mysterious Halloween tales by the fireplace. Find out more at www. burystedmundsguildhall.org.uk/events
HALLOWEEN KIDS CRAFT SESSION AT THE APEX
The Apex | Thursday 31 October
Make your own Halloween Tote Bag and Glow Lantern. This kids Halloween crafty workshop will see them make their own Halloween tote bag and glow lantern. Find out more at www.theapex.co.uk
SCARESVILLE
Kentwell Hall | Wednesday 16
October–Saturday 2 November
Enter the Scaresville Haunted Village at Kentwell Hall, Long Melford, near Bury St Edmunds for a live action, immersive experience for groups of 8-12 people. Inventive ‘scares’ have been created to frighten and will make you both scream with fear and laugh for an unbroken hour or so, with no time to catch your breath.
Find out more at www.scaresville.co.uk
HALLOWEENIES
Kentwell Hall | Sunday 27
October-Sunday 3 November
Take your little witches and wizards to Halloweenies and enjoy some spooky, safe half-term Halloween fun at Kentwell Hall, Long Melford, near Bury St Edmunds. Explore the spooky outdoor zones around the buildings, gardens and grounds for immersive challenges and activities aimed at children from 3 to 11 years of age and their families.
Find out more at www.kentwell.co.uk/ halloweenies
Discover more Halloween events and more at www.visit-burystedmunds. co.uk/halloween-in-bury-st-edmunds
THERE'S A MONSTER IN YOUR SHOW
JAMES CAMPBELL
SUN 6 OCT, 2.30pm
Don’t Panic! We Can Save The Planet - A new live comedy show for children age 6-11.
WISHBONE ASH
MON 7 OCT, 7.30pm Live Dates 2.
MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS
TUE 8 OCT, 7.30pm
Electrifying, heartpounding rhythms.
THE WONDER OF STEVIE
THU 10 OCT, 7.30pm Stevie Wonder tribute.
TREVOR NELSON’S SOUL NATION
SAT 12 OCT, 8pm
Spinning old school R&B
FAT CAT COMEDY CLUB
SUN 13 OCT & SUN 10 NOV, 8pm
JOHNNY HATES JAZZ
THU 17 OCT, 8pm 1980’s hitmakers.
VONDA SHEPARD
FRI 18 OCT, 7.30pm
Famed for her music to hit TV show ‘Ally McBeal’.
NICK HEYWARD
SAT 19 OCT, 7.30pm
Haircut 100 singer and his band.
LIZA PULMAN & JOE STILGOE
SUN 20 OCT, 7.30pm
Music from Irving Berlin, Paul McCartney, Billy Joel, Leonard Bernstein and many more.
WALTER TROUT
TUE 22 OCT, 8pm Blues-Rock.
Special guest Laura Evans.
ROCKET MAN
WED 23 OCT, 7.30pm
Tribute to Elton John.
KERRY ELLIS – QUEEN OF THE WEST END THU 24 OCT, 7.30pm
TINA LIVE – THE TINA TURNER EXPERIENCE FRI 25 OCT, 7.30pm
THE APEX, 1 CHARTER SQUARE, OCTOBER 24JANUARY 25
FLEETWOOD BAC
SAT 26 OCT, 8pm Last few tickets!
SECKOU KEITA HOMELAND BAND MON 28 OCT, 7.30pm
”The Hendrix of the Kora” with Moustapha Gaye, lead guitarist for Youssou n’Dour.
DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. WED 30 OCT, 7pm, THU 31 OCT, 11am, 3pm, 7pm By Voice Squad
THE MANFREDS FRI 1 NOV, 7.30pm Last few tickets!
KIRI PRITCHARDMCLEAN SUN 3 NOV, 7.30pm
DR LOUISE NEWSON MON 4 NOV, 7.30pm ‘Hormones and Menopause – The Great Debate’
BRITTEN SINFONIA TUE 5 NOV, 7.30pm Max Richter’s ‘Recomposed’ The Four Seasons.
JOHN BARROWMAN WED 6 NOV, 7.30pm
Last few tickets!
KRIS BARRAS BAND THU 7 NOV, 8pm
One of modern hard rock’s most exciting bands.
RBL FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE FRI 8 NOV, 7.30pm
BURY BACH CHOIR: HOLST & FAURÉ: PATHWAYS TO PARADISE SAT 9 NOV, 7.30pm
ST EDMUNDS IP33 3FD
AN AFTERNOON WITH LAUREL & HARDY
SUN 10 NOV, 2pm
Neil Brand tells the story of the great comedy duo.
BLAZIN’ FIDDLES
MON 11 NOV, 7.30pm
Highland and island fiddle tunes.
WALK RIGHT BACK
TUE 12 NOV, 7.30pm
The Everly Brothers Story.
OYSTERBAND
THU 14 NOV, 7.30pm
Last few tickets!
PUPPINI SISTERS
FRI 15 NOV, 7.30pm
Neo-burlesque closeharmony vocals.
THE AMY WINEHOUSE BAND
SAT 16 NOV, 7.30pm
Amy’s original band.
NED BOULTING
MON 18 NOV, 7.30pm
More Tour de France shenanigans!
COLIN BLUNSTONE
WED 20 NOV, 7.30pm
Zombies singer performing his 1971 solo album, ‘One Year’.
SUFFOLK PHIL & JENEBA KANNEHMASON THU 21 NOV, 7.30pm
Wagner, Strauss & Rachmaninov.
JULIA FORDHAM
FRI 22 NOV, 7.30pm “Stylish pop balladeer”The Telegraph.
SUFFOLK SINFONIA AUTUMN CONCERT
SAT 23 NOV, 7.30pm Humperdink, Kabalevsky and Schumann.
JAH WOBBLE & THE INVADERS OF THE HEART SUN 24 NOV, 7.30pm
Global music with hypnotic bass riffs.
THE VAN MORRISON ALUMNI BAND
MON 25 NOV, 8pm
Musicians from Van Morrison’s band
THE SIXTEEN
WED 27 NOV, 7pm
Medieval carols & visionary modern masterpieces.
THE KING’S VOICE: GORDON HENDRICKS AS ELVIS
FRI 29 NOV, 7.30pm
GREEN DAY NIGHT –BULLET IN A COVERS BAND
SAT 30 NOV, 7pm
BFO CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION SUN 1 DEC, 6pm
JARROD LAWSON
MON 2 DEC, 7.30pm
Jazz FM Awards’ ‘Soul Artist Of The Year’
PENGUIN CAFÉ
TUE 3 DEC, 7.30pm
Music from the Penguin Cafe Orchestra Live.
NINE BELOW ZERO + DR FEELGOOD THU 5 DEC, 7.30pm ‘Maximum R&B’ Tour.
MADDY PRIOR & THE CARNIVAL BAND
MON 9 DEC, 7.30pm
MARK THOMAS WED 11 DEC, 8pm Jokes, rants, politics & laughs.
TURIN BRAKES ACOUSTIC THU 12 DEC, 8pm
THE ALBION CHRISTMAS BAND MON 16 DEC, 7.30pm
A SWINGING CHRISTMAS WEDS 18 DEC, 7.30pm
ABBA PARTY NIGHT THU 19 & FRI 20 DEC, 7.30pm
TAYLORMANIA SUN 5 JAN, 2pm & 6pm
PETER ANDRE: THE BEST OF FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS SAT 18 JAN, 2pm & 8pm
OUR NEW SEASON BEGINS AT
HAVERHILL ARTS CENTRE
GHOST OF THE TOLL POINT LIGHT
Wednesday 16 October – 7:30pm
A play rendition of the classic ghost story. Jack Grimes is appointed to assist Issac Troop as keeper of the Toll Point. Issac is distrusting of his new assistant and is reluctant to tell him about the other inhabitant of the lighthouse.
£15.00
MARK SIMMONS:
QUIP OFF THE MARK
Thursday 17 October – 7:30pm
As seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, ‘Master of one-liners’, and social media phenomenon Mark Simmons brings his sell-out tour show to Haverhill.
£18.00
WITH THE DAZZLING SUCCESS OF LAST YEAR’S INHOUSE PANTOMIME , STOMPING ON STAGE THIS YEAR IS JACK AND THE BEANSTALK FROM SAT 14 – TUE 24 DEC! FULL OF GAMES, SONGS AND MAGIC BEANS, IT’S SURE TO BE THE STALK OF THE TOWN!
HARRY PANTO AND THE SERPENT OF SECRETS
Monday 28 October – 2:00pm
Frogwarts is in danger! Our spectacular spectacle-wearing hero, Harry Panto, must save the day against Belinda LaWeirdo in this spellbinding tale of good versus evil.
£15.00 / £12.00
HIGH JINX MAGIC & ILLUSION SHOW
Friday 1 November – 2:00pm
Direct from the iconic Blackpool Tower Circus, Michael effortlessly blends mesmerising magic with awe-inspiring feats of juggling and daring stunts for all the family.
£15.00 / £12.00
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
HARRY PANTO AND THE SERPENT OF SECRETS
DREAMCOAT STARS: A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS
Sunday 3 November – 7:30pm
Experience the UK’s biggest night of musical smash-hits and festive classics, in this star-studded concert. Feel the powerful vocals of four incredible singers from the global hit show Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
£27.00
CHRISTMAS MEMORIES WITH NEIL SANDS
Friday 8 November – 2:00pm
Neil and his West End cast are back this festive season with a spectacular show filled with yuletide memories and all your favourite Christmas songs and carols.
£14.00
THE SWINGING CAT JAZZ CLUB
Saturday 9 November – 8:00pm
Joining Hannah Horton next is The Joanna Eden Trio and J-Steps. Eden’s music is influenced by North and South American artists, being described to have ‘melody, mystery and bite’. J-Steps, are an award-winning ensemble featuring female and non-binary jazz musicians.
£15.00 / £10.00
SI CRANSTOUN
Thursday 21 November – 7:30pm
A fabulous throwback to the old swing blues shouters of the 1940’s & 1950’s. A prolific bandleader and songwriter with dancefloor hits Dynamo & Coupe De Ville and the chart hit Kiss on the Lips.
£25.00
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
Saturday 14 – Tuesday 24 December
Join us for magic and mayhem in the mysterious land above the clouds. Starring Celena Cherry (from The Honeyz) Sinead Mathias, Magic Kai, David Learner, Micheal Heslop and Aaron Peart! Expect a generous helping of silliness, songs aplenty and loads of audience participation.
£18.50 / £16.50 / £65.00
TOWN MOUSE AND COUNTRY MOUSE
Saturday 4 January – 11:00am
An enchanting story from the classic children’s picture book, told with puppetry, music and magical design.
£8.00 / £7.00
For more information or to book tickets: haverhillartscentre.co.uk/whats-on/ BOX OFFICE: 01440 714140
FULLER FUN
THIS AWARD-WINNING garden is an enchanting waterside oasis offering unusual shrubs, perennials, lilies and marginal plants. Textures and golden hues illuminate autumn days and the River Lark and Culford Stream sparkle in winter as snowdrops awaken. Gifted to the charity Perennial by the
late Bernard Tickner, Fullers Mill brings tranquility to visitors while supporting Perennial’s mission to improve the lives of those who work in or are retired from the horticulture industry.
Every visit, donation, or purchase helps cultivate a brighter future for horticultural workers and retirees, making a real difference in their lives.
Contact
e: fullersmillgarden@perennial.org.uk
t: 01284 728888
Location West Stow, Bury St Edmunds IP28 6HD
2024 Opening times
Every Wednesday 2–5pm, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11am–5pm, until 30 October
Snowdrops Days
Every Wednesday and Friday in February 11am-3pm
2025 Opening times
2 April-31 October, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11am–5pm
Admission: £10
For those who would like to visit regularly, free entry is available to Fullers Mill and Perennial's other gardens, The Laskett in Herefordshire and York Gate near Leeds, through a Friends of Perennial membership at £35 per year.
fullersmill.org.uk
NEWMARKET SAUSAGE FESTIVAL
Saturday 2nd November
Join us for our annual Newmarket Sausage Festival in November, on Market Square. Experience a whole host of sausage themed activities, including a fun sausage dog competition, as well as stalls to celebrate the town’s long association with the Newmarket sausage. You can expect plenty of samples, recipe ideas and tasty treats to try! In addition, between Monday 28th October and Sunday 3rd November, dine on sausages for the whole week, as many of the town’s most loved cafes and restaurants feature a special sausage dish on their menus as part of the Sausage Safari!
GIFT VOUCHERS
As the festive season approaches, why not treat someone to a special Newmarket experience with a Discover Newmarket Gift Voucher? Many of our popular tours are available to purchase, including:
• National Stud Tour
• Tours of Tattersalls Sales Ring
• Champagne Afternoon Tea and Tour
Starting from as little as £15, this is the perfect gift for any racing enthusiast.
DISCOVER NEWMARKET
WHILST RACING may have finished for the season, Newmarket is still a hive of places to explore and provides you with the chance to get an insight into just what makes the home of horseracing so special.
RACING’S HEADQUARTERS IS BEGINNING TO QUIETEN AS ‘THE FINAL MEETING’ TAKES PLACE ON FRIDAY 1ST AND SATURDAY 2ND NOVEMBER, BEFORE THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS FAIR, PRESENTS GALORE , RETURNS BRINGING THE FESTIVE SPIRIT TO THE ROWLEY MILE RACECOURSE.
PRESENTS GALORE
Friday 29th November – Sunday 1st December
Get into the festive spirit with East Anglia’s most spectacular Christmas Fair, Presents Galore. Set in the stunning surroundings of the Rowley Mile Racecourse, in Newmarket, this three-day Christmas shopping extravaganza is a treasure trove of unique gifts and experiences just waiting to be found. Delivering all the atmosphere, sights and aromas of Christmas and featuring over 100 boutique stalls, this is one you won’t want to miss out on!
Tickets are now on sale - https://presentsgalore.org/
WHAT'S ON AT WEST STOW
ID YOU KNOW?
DWest Stow Country Park boasts an interpretive trail inspired by the ancient saga of Beowulf and Grendel which takes you on a journey through parts of the unique Breckland landscape including, heathland - where you will meet the sleeping dragon - woodlands and lake settings.
There are six large carved sculptures that not only capture the story but will fire your imagination about life in the region 1,500 years ago. The trail has specially designed information points to help you find out more about the Anglo-Saxons and the impact humans have had on the landscape over generations. They also provide an insight into the special plants and animals that inhabit the park.
Interactive Beowulf and Grendel Trail packs can be purchased from the visitor centre, with Rune quiz, map, and activities for all the family.
A SERIES OF ‘OUR STORY’ EVENTS AT WEST STOW...
SHARPE’S RIFLES Sat 26 Oct, 12pm
HISTORY OF THE ENGLISH LONGBOW Sat 9 Nov, 12pm
ANGLO-SAXONS AT LAKENHEATH & WEST STOW Sat 11 Jan, 12pm
WEST STOW IS A UNIQUE PLACE – ITS COUNTRY PARK COMPRISES OF 125 ACRES OF UNSPOILT COUNTRYSIDE TO EXPLORE INCLUDING TRAILS, 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.
WULFHEODENAS
Sat 26 – Sun 27 Oct, 10am
Come and meet Wulfheodenas living history society and find out more about the lives of the early Anglo-Saxons.
Adult £8, Child £5, Other concessions £7
MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS AT WEST STOW
Sat 7 – Sun 8 Dec
Come and meet Father Christmas at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village for a memorable festive experience! £8.50 per child
THE ICE AGE ART AND THE MODERN MIND
Sat 25 Jan, 2pm
THE REAL MIDDLE EARTH Sat 8 Feb, 12pm
THE GREATEST KNIGHT –WILLIAM MARSHAL
Sat 1 Mar, 2pm
NEANDERTHALS AND US Sat 22 Mar, 12pm
RING QUEST 2025
February Half Term
A note for your diary … the popular ‘Lord of the Rings’ themed Ring Quest will be back for February half term 2025!
THE APEX GALLERY HOLDS A RANGE OF EXHIBITIONS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
BRYAN TRUEMAN - CONTEMPORARY EAST ANGLIAN LANDSCAPES, ABSTRACT PAINTING & HIGH QUALITY PRINTS
From Tuesday 26 Nov–Sunday 22 Dec Artist’s statement:
“All my work begins with a moment observed, suspended in my mind’s eye and later brought to fruition by the physical act of manipulating paint onto canvas or board and exploring all the tools, at my disposal, that facilitate that process.
Some pieces don’t make it to the end and become a “worked” surface to begin the next piece...it’s all a valid and an extremely motivating process that drives me on.
Landscape and Abstract works have a synergy where one feeds the other in the process of exploring markmaking.”
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.
Gallery opening times: Mon-Sat 10am-4.30pm & Sun 10.30am-4pm
AT THE APEX GALLERY ART
ALL MY WORK BEGINS WITH A MOMENT OBSERVED, SUSPENDED IN MY MIND’S EYE.
KING’S ELY ART & DESIGN EXHIBITION
From Tuesday 24 Sep–Thursday 17 Oct
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 by King’s Ely students. This is a unique opportunity to celebrate the high-quality work produced by students throughout the year groups.
EMAN ALSAFFAR EXHIBITION
From Tuesday 24 Dec–Sunday 19 Jan
This art form involves the substituting of different parts of a design/image with coloured pieces of wood. Each piece is finely cut from various types and colours of natural wood inlaid together neatly and perfectly, to create an intricate storytelling image, scenery or a shape. The woods are from trees such as sour orange’s wood, jujube wood, Berberi’s wood, walnut wood and more.
WHAT'S ON WEST SUFFOLK PARKS
2024 SEES ALL SIX OF WEST SUFFOLK COUNCIL’S PARKS ACHIEVING GREEN FLAG STATUS FOR THE FIFTH YEAR IN A ROW!
...ABBEY
GARDENS
IS I N THE TOP 20 MOST VISITED FREE ATTRACTIONS IN
A ROYAL ROUND-UP
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ROYALLY FUNNY COMEDY NIGHT
Thursday 31 October
Featuring comedians Thor Stenhaug, Peter Flanagan, Jack Abela, and Josephine Lacey.
ENT E RTAI N MENT & D AN C E
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!
THEATRE ROYAL’S AUTUMN SEASON HOLDS
F E S T I VE
CHRISTMAS CABIN IN ARC SHOPPING CENTRE
Friday 29 November–
Tuesday 24 December
A Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds
Production
A festive, interactive, mini-performance for 2-7 years olds. Tickets go on sale on
D R AMA
MORE… GHOST STORIES BY CANDLELIGHT
Sunday 20 October
HighTide returns with four new ghost stories from East Anglian writers.
THE DEEP
Thursday 24 October
ALADDIN
Friday 22 November–
Sunday 12 January
SOUNDS OF COLOUR
Friday 25 October
Bury St Edmunds for Black Lives presents a vibrant evening of song, music, poetry, and art by black artists from East Anglia.
THE NUTCRACKER
Sunday 10–Tuesday 12 November
Ballet Theatre UK presents this Christmas classic with lavish costumes and glittering sets, to the music of Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.
A Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds Production
Welcome to Abanazer International, the most luxurious hotel in Arabia! Aladdin, the bell boy, is at your service. But beware—the hotel's owner, Abanazer, is as wicked as he is vain, plotting to rule the land by any means necessary.
Sponsored by Culford School
MUSICALS
THE HIGHWAYMAN
Wednesday 2-Saturday 5 October
A new musical, by Kitty Morgan, inspired by Alfred Noyes’ poem, telling the tale of a doomed love affair between Bess and the sociopath Duval.
MURDER FOR TWO
Saturday 9–Tuesday 12 October
A quirky musical murder mystery where one actor investigates while the other plays all the suspects, both performing on the piano throughout. Sponsored by Ashtons.
AMATEUR COMPANIES
BSEODS PRESENTS ‘ALLO ‘ALLO 2 Tuesday 15-Saturday 19 October
IRVING STAGE COMPANY PRESENTS GUYS AND DOLLS Tuesday 5-Saturday 9 November
FAMILY SHOWS
THERE’S A MONSTER IN YOUR SHOW
Tuesday 29-Wednesday 30 October
An interactive family show, based on the book series by Tom Fletcher.
THE MAGIC OF SCIENCE
Thursday 31 October
A blend of science and magic for young audiences.
MUSIC
OH WHAT A NIGHT!
Saturday 26 October
BUDDY HOLLY AND THE CRICKETERS
Friday 1 November
LUNCHTIME CONCERTS
Sponsored by Ellisons Solicitors
THE REDUCED HISTORY OF JAZZ
Wednesday 16 October
THE GLORIOUS HARP
Wednesday 6 November
SPECIAL EVENTS
NAZANINE ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE AND SIR TERRY WAITE CBE
Saturday 2 November
CAROLS FROM CAMBRIDGE AT ST MARY’S CHURCH
Tuesday 10 December
Sponsored by Ellisons Solicitors
Booking is quick and easy online at www.theatreroyal.org . See website for Box Office opening times. Autumn Season is sponsored by Churchgates.
WHAT'S ON AT NATIONAL HORSERACING MUSEUM
THIS IS SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST A MUSEUM!
SITUATED IN THE HEART of Newmarket, the National Horseracing Museum occupies a beautiful 5-acre site that can be found just off the main High Street. Open all year round, Tuesday to Sunday, there is always so much to see and do.
Explore the former home of King Charles II, as you wander through Palace House, home to some of the country’s best examples of British sporting art, immerse yourself with the latest interactive and audio-visual displays, meet our resident exracehorses, whilst not forgetting to give our racehorse simulator a try.
Not forgetting to visit our fabulous Gift and Second Hand Book Shop where you can pick up a racing souvenir as well as a few Christmas presents. It also has a fabulous onsite restaurant as well as a takeaway bakery and patisserie.
For more information on What’s on at the Museum, head to www.nhrm.co.uk
HERE’S JUST A SELECTION OF WHAT IS ON OFFER IN THE COMING MONTHS:
CHANCE TO WIN
LOVE N SKATE CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Wednesday 30 October
Join us for this exciting workshop with Love n Skate founder Stu Smith. Learn about screen printing and have a go at screen printing t-shirts from two exclusive NHRM x Love n Skate designs. Or design your own skateboard artwork and enter it into our competition to win a Love n Skate sponsored prize. Children must be accompanied by an adult. T-shirts and all materials provided. Activity is free with Museum Admission.
NIGHTMARE AT THE MUSEUM
Thursday 31 October
Come along to the Museum for a spooktacular evening of Halloween fun. Help find our resident miniature Shetland pony, Kizzy, who has been captured by the ghosts of Palace House. Follow our magical mystery trail, collecting key ingredients along the way to help break the spell to bring Kizzy back!
Tickets must be pre-booked and can be purchased here: https://www. nhrm.co.uk/events/nightmare-at-the-
CHRISTMAS AT THE MUSEUM
Saturday 14 December
Join us for a festive ride around the Museum’s grounds on Santa’s Horse and Carriage! Find the clues and follow the trail in Palace House and see it beautifully decorated for the Christmas season. Help us make our museum mini-Shetlands, Kizzy and Harry’s stable festive with some creative activities and enjoy some seasonal treats from our outside Christmas Café. Tickets available to purchase on the day.
HAT & HEADPIECE MAKING WITH YVETTE JELFS
Saturday 7 December
Join top British hat designer, Yvette Jelfs, for a festive themed hat and headpiece workshop. Yvette Jelfs has established herself as one of the top British hat designers making bespoke hats for Royal families, celebrities and private clients. At this exciting workshop, you learn how to create fabulous pieces, that will have you standing out from the crowd this Christmas!
Each course runs from 11am to 4pm. Tickets are £85 per person including all materials. Available to book via our website: www.nhrm.co.uk/events/
...LEARN HOW TO CREATE FABULOUS PIECES...
...CELEBRATE
THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF SEVERAL ICONIC FILMS AND CHARACTERS.
SCI-FI & ACTION EXHIBITION
SATURDAY 26 OCTOBER 2024-SATURDAY 25 JANUARY 2025 AT MOYSE’S HALL MUSEUM
THIS YEAR’S SCI-FI & ACTION EXHIBITION at Moyse’s Hall Museum will celebrate the 40th anniversary of several iconic films and characters.
Moyse’s Hall will display props, legacy items, comics and memorabilia from a wide selection of well-known Hollywood and TV franchises.
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the war in Europe, part of the museum will be dedicated to costumes and props from famous war films including
Saving Private Ryan, Band of Brothers, Monuments Men and more.
With the global success of Deadpool and Wolverine (Wolverine first appeared in 1974), the museum will display some of the origins of these characters with rare first appearance comics and memorabilia.
Watch out for more exciting updates as we build up to the launch on Saturday 26 October!
Tickets: Adult £5, Child/Student £3, Concession £4.50, Under 5s FREE
AND THERE’S MORE TO COME THIS AUTUMN TO MOYSE’S HALL…
For those who like to be spooked at Halloween, there’s ‘Mr Crippen, Cora & the Body In the Basement’ by Matthew Coniam and ‘The Thing on the Doorstep - H.P. Lovecraft Halloween
Reading’ along with Dr Richard Hoggett’s lecture on Viking-Age East Anglia and a talk by TV art historian, Benor Grosvenor, on The Invention of British Art.
FATHER CHRISTMAS WILL BE VISITING MOYSE’S HALL WITH A GIFT FOR EVERY CHILD WITH A TICKET* . Sat 21 & Sun 22 Dec
*Maximum of two free adult entrants per booking Admission will also include entrance to the Sci-Fi & Action Exhibition and other museum displays including the ‘Terrible Tales of Moyse’s Hall’ by Horrible Histories author, Terry Deary. Keep an eye on our website, moyseshall.org, for further updates or sign up to our mailing list and be the first to know about future events!
AUTUMN AT ICKWORTH
THIS SEASON, explore the Suffolk countryside amid the fiery colours of autumn and come to Ickworth for delightful leafy walks, rich heritage, fun activities and interesting exhibitions. This time of year is perfect for enjoying the great outdoors and at Ickworth there is something for everyone.
Don’t miss…
This October half-term we have plenty of family fun taking place in our West Wing Gallery, where there will be craft sessions for children and games of crazy golf. The West Wing café and gift shop will have all sorts of seasonal goodies too.
With golden hour setting in a little earlier, why not explore the wider estate on two wheels and take a bike out along the multi-use trail? Our onsite bike hub is easy to use and runs throughout October with a range of sizes and trailers available.
House tours happen daily and provide an in-depth view of the house and collection. Pre-booking on the website is advised. Free for National Trust members. Our ‘Design Masterpiece’ exhibition continues in the house and garden, with informative displays to browse.
The return of our March Hare Collective fair is kicking off the winter season. In the West Wing Gallery on 23 and 24 November local artists and craftspeople will display their work, just in time for last-minute Christmas gifts.
Christmas
This year we will be whisking visitors across the continent on a Grand Tour, highlighting scenes and traditions from around Europe. Between Saturday 30 November and Sunday 5 January, the house will be adorned with wintry delights. Normal admission prices apply for estate entry, but there are some extra special events taking place too, which will have an additional charge, including a magical Santa show for youngsters.
WHAT'S ON AT THE QUAY
AT THE CENTRE OF OUR UPCOMING PROGRAMME IS OUR FIRST EVER ‘SPOOKY SEASON’, A CURATED SELECTION OF SHOWS WITH A HINT OF THE MACABRE TO CELEBRATE THE MONTH OF HALLOWEEN.
AT THE CORE of these productions is the eighth annual Horrorthon film festival and whilst this is strictly for the over 18s, Dame Dolly will entertain our younger visitors, with her own Spooktacular at the end of the month.
COMEDY FANS CAN ENJOY TONY SLATTERY’S NEW SHOW RESUSCITATED...
Comedy fans can enjoy Tony Slattery’s new show Resuscitated which promises improv aplenty and musical highlights include return visits from Martin Turner & Robbie Gladwell as well as a Quay debut for Archie Churchill-Moss and in October, internationally acclaimed concert pianist, James Lisney, presents An Evening of Chopin.
Our visiting drama programme continues with both Eastern Angles tale of a marooned fisherman, The Deep, and Nicholas Collett’s tribute to those who served in the Atlantic Convoys of World War 2, Mettle, boasting a nautical theme. Elsewhere, the latest from Common Ground Theatre, Dyad, Clair / Obscur & Gerard Logan promise plenty to entertain.
Two shows not to miss are Lamphouse Theatre’s musical comedy Frankenstein (On a Budget) and Hambledon Productions Hancock’s Half Hour - The Lost TV Episodes. The first time these scripts have been performed since their original screening.
December sees the return of That 80s Christmas Rock Show for the perfect night out. This year’s pantomime Scrooges Christmas Cracker is brought to you by Sudbury Dramatic Society following with Nicky Trix who is decking the halls with laughter for The Comedy Christmas Cracker Show for the whole family.
PREPARING THE SPIRITS
JOHN SAUNDERS, Marketing Officer for Bury St Edmunds Town Guides writes:
The Bury St Edmunds Tour Guides were proud to receive a TripAdvisor Travellers’s Choice award, putting them in the top 10% of worldwide tourist attractions. This derives from the published reviews we receive, all of which rate us excellent or very good. These appraisals inspire us and encourage others to tour, thereby putting Bury St Edmunds on the worldwide map and supporting our local economy. For D-Day weekend, we guided over 200 visiting Americans, part of around 500 customers who
have so far enjoyed our wartime tour ‘Masters of the Air’. Tours for groups, schools and dog-lovers have kept our numbers high. There is still time to squeeze in one of our daily tours before the end of October and to book for Masters of the Air tours which have been reintroduced. Our attention then turns to the Ghostly and Macabre season. Last year we received 623 bookings, the highest ever and already people are booking and groups organising their nights’ out. We are in the process of stirring the spirits in readiness for the stories told by the Witchfinder General, the Grey Lady, monks and funereal gentlemen. We have kept our prices at £10 which is great value for 90 minutes of entertainment and fun.
So, the message, as ever, is to book early - all the information you need is at www.burystedmundstourguides.org
CHRISTMAS AT THE ATHENAEUM
THE ATHENAEUM, nestled in the heart of Bury St Edmunds, offers a truly exceptional venue for unforgettable festive celebrations. If you're in search of an exclusive and lively Christmas party experience, The Athenaeum is unquestionably one of the most unique and atmospheric locations in town. This splendid venue combines its historic charm with a contemporary flair, providing an enchanting setting for your holiday festivities.
Imagine celebrating with views over the town’s historic Georgian square, surrounded by the Athenaeum’s rich heritage and captivating ambiance.
Our venue is designed to create a magical atmosphere that will delight and captivate your guests, making your office Christmas party an event to remember.
For this year’s festivities, we have reserved select dates for joiner parties (see website for dates). Embrace the spirit of Christmas with our traditional party offerings. The Athenaeum provides a splendid array of features to ensure a vibrant and enjoyable evening. Each package is priced at £65.00 per person, inclusive of VAT, and includes a festive arrival drink to kick-off the celebrations. Guests will enjoy a sumptuous three-course menu, alongside entertainment options
such as a DJ, a photo booth, and a magician to add a touch of wonder to the evening. To top it off, there will be a tea and coffee station accompanied by delicious petits fours.
For more information or to book your event, please contact us at: Tel: 01284 758380 Web: www.the-athenaeum.com Email: enquiries@the-athenaeum.com
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to host a fun-filled Christmas party that promises to be both entertaining and memorable.
WHAT'S ON AT THE GUILDHALL
THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN
Sunday 27th October 2024, 11am
Talk by military historian Paul Hunt featuring WWII artefacts from his unique collection including an enigma machine.
EXHIBITION
Friday 15th November to Sunday 1st December 2024 | 10am to 4pm daily, Free Admission
The Suffolk Craft Society returns to the glorious backdrop of the Guildhall for the fourth year running, perfect timing for Christmas shopping. The Society represents over 90 makers from Suffolk and East Anglia working in various craft disciplines, including ceramics, jewellery, glass, and leather.
To find out more about events, tours, or venue hire, please visit www.burystedmundsguildhall.org.uk
ROYAL OBSERVER
CORPS OPERATION
ROOM OPEN DAYS
10am – 4pm, Free Admission
Explore the country’s only remaining WW2 Royal Observer Corps Operations Room - an unsung group of local heroes who were the ‘eyes and ears of the RAF’ during the Battle of Britain. Their story has been hidden behind a veil of secrecy for over 80 years, but now it’s all been declassified for you to explore!
Dates include:
Sunday 27th October; Sunday 24th November
SPOOKY STORIES BY THE FIREPLACE (AGES 7 TO 11)
Tuesday 29th October 2024 | Times: 1pm & 2pm
Meet the Grey Lady of Bury St Edmunds, who will enchant you with mysterious Halloween tales by the fireplace. Prepare for an exciting story hunt around the ancient walls and eery paintings of the Guildhall Banqueting Hall. The clues you uncover will help create a brand-new story never heard before. Tickets are £10 per child (Children must be accompanied by an adult); the accompanying adult goes free.
IT'S LIT
HE EIGHTH Lavenham Literary Festival will take place from Friday 1 to Sunday 3 November at various venues in Lavenham and there’s an exciting line-up of events.
TTom Henry is returning with his Writers’ Workshop which is always popular, while the guest speaker at the Literary Dinner at the Swan Hotel is Private Eye satirist and author Craig Brown.
The starry programme includes Alan Johnson, former politician and best-selling author in conversation
with Suffolk’s own Lesley Dolphin, and Patrick Barkham who introduces us to the biography of his great friend and naturalist The Wild Life of Roger Deakin. We’re thrilled to welcome the muchloved actor Sheila Hancock who will talk to television presenter Janet Ellis about her memoir Old Rage. Foodies and Radio 4 fans will enjoy Dr Annie Gray's history of the British High Street, while our favourite historian Tracy Borman will take us Behind Closed Doors at the Royal Palaces.
For the aspiring poets, Ashley Hickson-Lovence holds a workshop on writing modern sonnets, while two debut authors, Jyoti Patel and Hilary Taylor, will discuss some of the challenges when writing your first book.
And Louis de Bernières, author of the hugely popular Captain Corelli’s Mandolin will talk to broadcaster Martha Kearney about his latest novel Light over Liskeard.
The Abbeygate Cinema, Bury St. Edmunds is joining with the Lavenham Literary Festival to feature two films over the Festival weekend starring Festival authors. Edie on Saturday evening (2 October) starring Sheila Hancock, and on Sunday October 3, Louis de Bernieres will introduce a showing of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin after his talk at the Festival.
For more information, visit www. lavenhamliteraryfestival.co.uk.
TOM HENRY
JANET ELLIS
LIT FEST
OIN US THIS AUTUMN to celebrate books and writing in the heart of East Anglia with a host of presentations, talks and discussions with some of the most exciting authors in literature.
JFor children, we have award winning authors who will engage, inspire and entrance. Tickets for these events are offered on a PAY WHAT YOU CAN basis.
For the rest, there is something for everyone including poetry, and the chance to read your own work, nature writing and biography, crime fiction and historical fiction, writers who explore the human heart and the dynamics of family and human relationships.
There are new exciting authors to discover and long-established writers who continue to fascinate and enthral. What unites them all, and draws us in, is the enduring fascination of story-telling.
For more info and to purchase tickets: burylitfest.co.uk.
CATHEDRAL FOR ALL
ST EDMUNDSBURY CATHEDRAL HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!
JOIN US for the Edmund Lectures: Big Issues. We’ll welcome Ed Kessler who will explore the tensions between religion and civil society, both in the UK and around the world. Mark Russell will address the number of British children living in poverty and how we contribute to a society which cares for our children and young people better; and Professor Rachel Warren will discuss how climate science can help us to think about our planet and safeguard its future.
In a very special performance in its Golden Anniversary year, Zeb
Soanes (Classic FM) will perform John Betjeman’s much loved verse Banana Blush in October, accompanied by the dazzling virtuosity of the Chris Warner Ensemble playing music by Jim Parker, transporting the audience from 20’s cocktail party to village bandstand in an hour of toe-tapping delight.
Flooded!, which blends theatre, opera, and song, will bring together local schools and performers in November for an unforgettable experience in the Cathedral Nave. With a set and costumes crafted from recycled materials, this production embodies a spirit of sustainability and creativity.
For music lovers, we have Elton John, Bowie, Queen and Christmas all by candlelight aswell as welcoming back G4 for their 20th anniversary tour. London Concertante will also return for their Viennese Christmas Spectacular. And of course, we open our doors for our annual Christmas Market! The shopping experience begins Thursday 28 November and runs through to Saturday 30 November. 60+ stallholders from Suffolk and beyond will showcase their products – a perfect place to find your Christmas gifts and to shop local! This year, the market will be £1.00 entry.
XMAS AT ARC
FESTIVE FUN is just around the corner at arc Shopping Centre, with a line-up of family-friendly events until the new year. In October half term, Halloween comes to town with a spooky carnival for all ages to enjoy.
On Thursday 14th November, the centre will join in with the festive fun
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of the town with their Christmas light switch on. Expect glitter artists, stilt walkers, and good season feeling!
As for December, on the 14th, 15th, 28th & 29th, arc is bringing a unique ice cave experience into the heart of Bury St Edmunds. The most realistic artificial caving experience you’ll find above ground, strap on your helmet and
head torch and explore the 90ft tunnel system that spans two levels with tight twists and treacherous turns!
Plus, the centre has welcomed an array of new brands, including Primark, Everyman Cinema, Phase Eight, Deichmann and Oliver Bonus meaning you’re sure to find the perfect gift for your loved ones at arc!
Keep an eye on arc Shopping Centre’s website and social media channels to learn more and sign up to their newsletter to receive all the latest events and news direct to your inbox.
