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If you want to get fit for summer, now is the perfect time to dust off your swimsuit and take on the personal challenge of the Great East Swim.

Suffolk’s own superstar soprano Laura Wright is swimming and singing at this year’s mass open water event, so why not join Laura and over two thousand other swimmers of all abilities who take part.

There’s a choice of half JUNE mile, one mile, two mile or SATURDAY 20TH five kilometre distances and you can enter as an individual or choice of food stalls, local produce as a team with family, friends or and crafts in the farmer’s market colleagues. which runs alongside the event.

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VE DAY PARTY AT MILSOMS Milsom Hotels are putting on a fabulous party in The Hangar at Kesgrave Hall on Friday, May 8th, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of VE Day. Guests are encouraged to enter into the spirit of the occasion by dressing in military uniform, 1940s’ attire or black tie, and maybe turn up in military vehicles and classic cars to make an eye-catching arrival. As well as The Band of the Parachute Regiment during the Champagne reception, further entertainment will be a 1940s singer, exhibition dancers, an 11-piece Big Band and a DJ.

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NEW TRAMPOLINE PARK TO OPEN IN COLCHESTER

Sunday 10th May 2015

Jump Street, Essex’s first sole-purpose trampoline park, will open on Cowdray Park in Colchester this summer. 125 interconnecting trampolines create a 20,000 square foot bounce space which will include free-bounce areas, basketball nets, a foam pit and two dodgeball courts.

Jump Street will open in time for the summer holidays. Jumpers will need to be over seven years old and wear specially designed, non-slip socks within the bounce area. Trained safety staff will

The Alton Water Run is a fantastic charity event, in spectacular scenery, at the beautiful Alton Water reservoir on the Suffolk/Essex border.

With runs to suit all ages and abilities (2k, 5k, 10k) it is the perfect Sunday out for spectators as well, with fabulous food stalls, live music, children’s entertainment and side stalls, a café, picnic area and playground.

To find out more or to register visit their website www.altonwaterrun.co.uk

supervise and there will be a café on the mezzanine floor from which parents can watch.

Trampoline parks are relatively new in the UK but are on the increase following their popularity in the United States and Australia.

Trampolining is the latest fitness craze as it is a lot of fun and proven to improve cardiovascular fitness, balance and coordination.

Jump Street plans to offer a varied programme of fitness classes for adults and will also be available for corporate away days and team building!

WALK ON THE WATERSIDE Following the huge success of the very first Walk on the Waterside in 2013, organiser Kate Paul and her team are now in the process of gearing up for the second Walk, which takes place on Tuesday 16th June 2015.

Once again Jimmy’s Farm will be the starting and finishing line, with those taking part setting off after coffee to walk to and around Alton Water Reservoir.

Once back at Jimmy’s Farm, walkers will enjoy a delicious lunch, and try their luck in a fundraising raffle, which boasts an array of amazing prizes.

If you would like to take part in the next Walk on the Waterside, please download an application form from www.suffolkbreakthroughevents.co.uk, but hurry, places are limited!

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HRISTOPHER Hardman, owner of Berridges the Jewellers in Ipswich, has recently been invited to join as a Fellow of the Institute of Registered Valuers.

This prestigious achievement was awarded after achieving a score of 94% in a recent monitoring exercise and is one of only 42 in the UK and only three in East Anglia.

Christopher joined Croydon’s the Jewellers from school in 1979 and founded Berridges over 20 years ago with his wife Angela. Having qualified to undertake valuations in 1985, Christopher has continually specialised in valuations with a keen interest in vintage jewellery visiting auctions and antiques markets around the country.

Christopher commented: “I am delighted to have been invited to become a Fellow, I Joined the National Association of Goldsmiths Valuations Committee in 2000 to help raise the standards of valuations across the UK. The consistent monitoring of the valuers has seen the number of registered

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“All valuations contain a detailed description, photograph and of course value,” explained Christopher. “The valuation is stored on a secure website where it can be accessed by any authorised insurance company

eliminating the need for paper copies. A detailed description is not only vital when making an insurance claim it also helps the police when it comes to tracking down stolen items.”

Although a small part of the business, it is one that Christopher is particularly proud of. “If you can value jewellery accurately it keeps you one step ahead when it comes to purchasing new stock at the most competitive prices,” explained Christopher. “I would recommend that you have all your items professionally valued at least every five years, for peace of mind and of course in case of any loss or theft.” n

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accessories specialist Jane Clarke of Higher Hats in Great Wenham.

Jessica, who designed and made bridesmaid headpieces for former Made In Chelsea TV star Hats are currently having ITH THE SOCIAL Millie Macintosh’s wedding, is something of a renaissance EVENTS season almost gearing up for her third summer thanks to the Duchess of upon us it is time to get season.

Cambridge whose panache your hat on especially if you are She said: “You have to feel planning a trip to an confident in the hat event like the Suffolk “Hats are noticed more than any other you are wearing Show this year. fashion item and perhaps more important, and I help clients by choosing a hat design they’re almost always remembered” that will complement their outfit. A lot of The Century of Hats book women think hats for wearing smaller-style hats don’t suit them, but I say there is being emulated by younger is a hat out there that suits every women. woman you just have to find it.”

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black, black and white, dove grey and navy and white along with pastels.

“For outdoor events smaller hats are a far better choice largely because of our inclement weather. You need a hat that can fit under umbrella and I can also provide matching brollies for my client too.”

TIPS FOR WEARING A HAT ● Find your outfit first so that you can co-ordinate what hat will look best with it. ● Try on lots of different styles to eliminate the ones you really don’t like and make sure it is something you feel comfortable in especially if you are going to wear it all day. ● Once you have your hat, wear it while you are doing the washing up or the vacuuming.

Like a new pair of shoes, it will feel more comfortable if you get used to it being on your head. ● Let the hat make the statement – choose a simple outfit so the hat can do all the talking.

We are all blessed with different shaped faces and in the event you need to wear a hat for an occasion it is a good idea to first understand what shape yours is and what styles suit it.

● There are five face shapes

● Keep jewellery to a minimum.

Less is definitely more when wearing a hat. ● Hats don’t have to be big to be dramatic – head pieces or fascinators can be equally eye catching. ● The brim of a hat should never be wider than the wearer’s shoulders and never be worn below the eyebrows – ideally it should sit half an inch above them. ● Classic colours such as navy, silver, grey and black are in vogue every year but also look out for pops of colour such as orange, lemon and hot pink.

IT’S SHOWTIME! The 2015 Suffolk Show is held this year on 27 and 28 May at Trinity Park, near Ipswich. It’s a great day out for shopping and socialising. This pop up retail space comprises of hundreds of stands selling gifts, clothes, arts, crafts, jewellery, fabulous one-off finds for home and garden, as well as lots of locally produced foods and drink. Mark your diary and buy your tickets online now at early bird discount rates: 15-18 year olds £6, adults £21, over 60s £19 and car parking £4. For family and friends under 15 entry is free!

women generally have.

Softer faces are round, oval or heart shaped and angular faces are either square or rectangle/oblong.

● A good way to determine what face shape you have is to stand in front of a mirror and draw around the reflection of your face using a kohl pencil or felt tip pen.

● Angular faces tend to suit hats made from stiff fabrics with a flat or point crown and straight brims such as peaked caps, berets and hats with a brim.

● Soft faces suit hats made of softer fabric with rounded or domed crown and a curved brim such as baker boy hats, and can don feathers and decorations.

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HOW IT WAS SOLVED: David and I had been together for around eighteen months when I found out I was pregnant. Moving in with him was the natural thing to do, and we didn’t even think about the fact that we might not still be in love in the future. About three years ago, when I was pregnant with our second child and the fixed rate on the mortgage was due for renewal, David said that he’d add me onto the deeds for the house. We didn’t really see the point of getting married, but upon finding myself in a situation where we were separating, I was unsure of my rights.

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benefits of learning outside, we also find that our pupils have a much more multi-sensory experience when they can see, hear, smell and touch things. This can help with stimulating creativity in literacy tasks, often igniting a pupil’s imagination and improving their story writing, poetry and art work.

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ORKING outside promotes leadership skills in a very different way from working in the classroom. This is illustrated in our Year 6 survival day when we see some pupils excel at explaining and using their knowledge to develop and express ideas, whilst others enjoy and succeed at the practical and physical side of tasks. This improves the girls’ confidence, but also their skills in working together, communicating and listening. There is nothing quite like sitting around a campfire you have built and cooking marshmallows!

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and start to look for patterns in nature and to look for similarities and differences that are all around us.

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The parents that accompanied them had as much fun as the children, relishing in their shared time in the great outdoors. It is wonderful when you see adults and pupils working and learning together, building relationships and enjoying the hands-on experience. In the winter months, the hot chocolate is also a much-loved treat! ■ Read about Eileen’s ‘East Coast Life’ page 90.

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Opening 30th March 2015 at the award-winning Swan at Lavenham Swan into the beautiful Weavers’ House Spa and submerge yourself into a wonderfully cosy and nurturing haven of relaxation, peace and never-rushed calm.

Discover the art of swanning around Call us on 01787 247 477 or email us at: weavers@theswanatlavenham.co.uk www.theswanatlavenham.co.uk/weavers

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Advanced Clinical Massage Therapist Christine Ringrose ACMT JING INSTITUTE Are you in pain, or are you in discomfort?

Do you just need a massage to feel cherished and nurtured?

CONTACT NOW FOR AN APPOINTMENT

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USING NEAL’S YARD REMEDIES ORGANIC PRODUCTS

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Turkish Rose Back Bliss – 45 mins Exfoliating back scrub, Hot Stones massage with coconut oil, finishing off with aromatic Rose Body Cream.

Luxurious Bespoke Facials – 30 or 60 mins

skincare professional Environ anti-ageing facials Dr Hauschka Organic facials & body treatments Aromatherapy & Reflexology

gift vouchers available Balance Skincare 9 Brightwell Barns, near Martlesham, IP10 0BJ 07967 793877

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with aromas of Rose, Frankincense and Orange

Hot Stones Massage – 30 or 60 mins Hot Stones placed on the body’s vital energy channels and massaged slowly to transmit relaxation, relieving muscle tension and accumulated stress.

Indian Head Massage – 30 mins An amazing treatment for the head, neck & shoulders.

Reduces muscle tension and improves circulation Come and see us…

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Unit 10, Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT

01449 711190 www.beautybarnsuffolk.co.uk

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NEW SEASON

1 Dewy Skin #1

BEAUTY

Warmer temperatures mean you can swap heavier foundations for lighter BB and CC Creams. You’ll love the lightweight texture and glowing effect they have on skin. Just make sure you go for one with SPF (30+) to make sure your skin is protected. Head down to Purity Beauty in Ipswich and get your hands on Mii’s Skin Loving BB Cream which comes in a variety of shades with SPF 45. If you have oily skin then simply take a little powder (loose or pressed) over your forehead, nose and chin.

WISHLIST From beautifully bronzed skin to bold eye colours, we share five of the hottest beauty looks of the season with top tips on how to wear them and the essential products you need.

Plus, read our top tips to ensure a squeaky-clean make-up bag…

2 #2 Seeing Red If you wear one lip colour just make sure it’s a shade of red. From bright pillar-box red to darker ox-blood, it is the lip hue of the season. If you find bold colours tricky to wear then opt for a sheer stain, gloss or balm. You could also take your favourite lipstick and mix it with a little Vaseline or clear lip balm for a softer take on this style.

Christian Dior Lipstick in ‘Montmartre’ £26 Debenhams

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BY ALICE MANNING

This is the perfect time of year to update your beauty essentials.

Spring is here and summer is around the corner which means brighter make-up palettes, golden skin and sheer, effortless textures – hurrah! Having kept a very close eye on the catwalks we’re sharing the trends we are most excited about with you, Jane Iredale along with easy and fast ways bronzer £39.95 to wear them. That means less Image Salon time in front of the mirror and more time having fun.

Beautifully bronzed skin always makes you feel healthier and looks great when worn with bright colours. You can apply a self-tan for a healthy all-over hint of colour or go for a powder bronzer for something more instant and less committing. The make-up pro’s always suggest taking bronzer over the high points of the face where the sun naturally hits; forehead, down the nose, cheek and brow bones. Complete the look by blending a pearlescent cream over the top to cheat killer bone structure, even if you weren’t born with it! Jane Iredale does a beautiful range of bronzers, available at Image Salon in Ipswich.

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Zoya nail polish £12.50 Déjà Vu Boutique

Youngblood available at Déjà Vu Boutique

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4 Bright Eyes #1 Ladies, it’s time to update your classic black eyeliner for something brighter – we’re talking emerald green, azure blue and turquoise. The easiest way to wear colour is with a thin line along your upper lashes. Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics, available at Déjà Vu Boutique in Ipswich, do the most beautiful electric blue liner (Azul) which is easy to apply, brightens eyes and can be layered for intensity. If you prefer wearing eyeshadow try taking the satin colours in Young Blood’s Eye Quad over your eye lids for a pretty wash of colour. Always complete the look with long fluttery lashes.

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It is all about pretty pink nail colours. They are easy to apply, chips are less obvious and they make the tips of your nails appear whiter. The key is to make sure your hands, nails and cuticles are in good condition. Invest in a nourishing hand cream (apply it before bed to allow it to sink in), cuticle oil (almond oil is just as good) and a nail file for strong, well-groomed nails. Zoya Nail Polish (available ay Déjà Vu Boutique) have a range of satin polishes which are in between gloss and matte, and leave nails looking like beautiful satin fabric.

SPRING CLEAN YOUR MAKE-UP BAG…

1. Clean your brushes with warm water and facial cleanser to avoid a backlog of make-up, dirt and bacteria.

2. Always check the longevity of your makeup. Look on the back of products for a number followed by an ‘M’ – such as 4M which suggests it is safe to use four months from opening.

3. Check if your make-up bag is machine friendly and pop it in the wash if so. If it isn’t, take an antibacterial wipe thoroughly around the inside.

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MEDICAL AESTHETICS

Injectable anti-wrinkle treatments and dermal fillers to soften deep lines

Mild and moderate chemical peels Micro dermabrasion Permanent hair reduction Treatment for facial veins, sun damage and age spots Affordable pricing – discrete location All treatments administered by highly qualified & experienced nurse practitioner Dr Kathleen Walker, practicing in Woodbridge since 2007 Radiant Beauty Medical in Woodbridge ● Nether Haugh, 6 North Hill, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1HH t: 01394 386887 e: kathy@drkathywalker.com ● www.drkathywalker.com

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Osteopathy is a gentle and effective hands-on approach to healthcare, based on the principle that the way your body moves influences how it functions.

damaged/injured parts of the body and thus alleviating pain in tissues such as muscles, ligaments, nerves and joints.

When the body is balanced (in alignment) it will function efficiently with the minimum of wear, stress and energy, thereby reducing pain and disease.

Osteopathy aims to achieve such balance. Wear and tear, can after years, irritate the nerves to our muscles and organs leaving them either sensitive, overworked or both.

This is usually the main cause for symptoms such as migraine, heartburn, asthma, IBS, WHAT IS OSTEOPATHY constipation, head ache, back ache, neck ache – the list is long AND HOW IT CAN Osteopathy uses a holistic HELP YOU? approach when assessing any patient, looking at the way the OSTEOPATHY IS A UNIQUE patient moves mechanically system of diagnosis and and functionally and taking into treatment, a patient centred account posture generally as therapy that lays its main well as how that posture may emphasis on the structural change through occupation and integrity of the body. It is a daily living. way of detecting and treating

Jo started her career as a personal trainer, working in various specialist gyms and a rehabilitation centre for spinal injuries. She developed an interest in wanting to treat conditions and injuries gaining more long term relief for patients.

She qualified nine years ago from the British School of Osteopathy, she has since furthered her qualifications with acupuncture, which she has found an amazing tool in treating patients.

The treatment you receive will be tailor-made to your individual condition. She combines a variety of different techniques depending on what will best aid your recovery and reduce your pain. This includes spinal manipulation, soft tissue massage, mobilisation, dietary advice, postural and ergonomic support, specific exercises and stretches and acupuncture.

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MEET JOANNA TURNER Newest member of the Body Care Plus Team

HEALTH

1 PIRIFORMIS STRETCH

Can help back pain and relieve pain which can run down the back of the leg and into the foot. ● Lie on the back with both feet flat on the floor and both knees

bent. Pull the right knee up to the chest, grasp the knee with the left hand and pull it towards the left shoulder and hold the stretch for up to 1 minute. ● Repeat on the other leg

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Can help with poor posture and relieve back pain, common with those who slouch over a desk! ● Begin standing tall with your forearm against a wall and your elbow bent, slightly higher than your shoulder. ● Gently lean forward until you feel the stretch across your chest and shoulder. ● Hold the stretch for 1 minute and repeat on the other side.

CHIN TUCK AGAINST A WALL

Can help strengthen the muscles in the neck and aid with correct alignment of the spine. Perfect for those with rounded shoulders, who experience pain between the shoulder blades and back. ● Stand tall with a neutral posture against a wall. ● Keep the chest proud and eyes look straight ahead. Keep chin neutral, neither looking up or down. ● Draw the head back towards the wall, so the back of the head is pressing into the wall. ● Hold for 10 seconds and repeat 10 times.

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Body Care Plus offer private personal training, sports and injury rehabilitation, chiropractic, osteopathy and sports massage.

You can enjoy bespoke one-onone sessions with Kirsty and her team of Personal Trainers in a state of the art studio away from the crowds at the gym.

PILATES AT BODYCARE PLUS

Body Care Plus offers private Pilates and small group Pilates in our exclusive studio.

Prices start from £60 for a 6 week course. Get in touch to book your complimentary first session and start your campaign for a strong core, stable spine and perfect posture!

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SPYING OUT SECRET HEALTH PROBLEMS It started out as a top-secret spying device and now helps to detect conditions that may lead to more serious health problems, including breast cancer. And thermography is available in Bury St Edmunds.

The early detection of conditions which would lead to more serious disease, including cancer, is the main focus at a clinic in Bury St Edmunds.

Thermography, a technique born in the 1950's and originally a top-secret Cold War spying device, is now put to a wide range of other uses including detecting sources of nerve inflammation, infection and circulatory problems.

Thermography has a proven scientific track record and has been around longer than we may think.

The process is simple. There is no skin contact and there are no harmful rays. The medical thermal imaging camera is able to capture detailed images of the temperature of the skin. It relies on the sympathetic nerve control of the skin blood flow and the ability of the nervous system to respond and react to pathology, anywhere in the body.

Breast thermography is applicable to women of all ages, particularly those who have dense breast tissue, fibrocystic tissue or implants.

It is a completely safe, non-invasive adjunctive screening method that has been proven to be very effective.

Several people have really good levels of general fitness but have a problem which therapists are struggling to identify.

The infra-red image literally shows us hotspots and this helps to identify the area that requires treatment. It is especially good for compensatory pain – where a person has a problem in a particular area but the cause is somewhere else.

This makes the test invaluable at showing up early signs of coronary heart disease, giving the individual the option of making diet and lifestyle changes before it is too late.

Many conditions that thermography can help to detect include whether a person could have an increased risk of having a stroke.

The thermography study will show if there is a carotid artery asymmetry. Inflammation of this artery is an early indicator that the person could be at higher risk of having a stroke.

If this were the case, an early treatment strategy would need to be put in place.

Many medical tests are of anatomy, such as X-Rays, ultrasound and mammography.

These tests show us the structure of the body. There are few tests available that are tests of function – i.e., what is going on inside and outside the body.

Tests of anatomy will miss such things as active inflammation and increased blood supply, found in many illnesses.

There is so much we can do to prevent and treat illness and disease. Early detection of a potential problem plays an important part in making us feel empowered to take control of our health and not live in fear of illness.

Bury Thermal Imaging Centre

01284 760020

info@burythermalimaging.co.uk www.burythermalimaging.co.uk

BEAUTY OFFERS

BUY 5 FACIALS and get 6th one FREE! New at The Beauty Barn – Environ Facials!

Packed with nourishing, anti-ageing ingredients, the Active Vitamin Treatment will leave your skin looking radiant and dewy. The freshest, most active forms of vitamin A and C, and antioxidants, are driven deep into the lower layers of the skin using soundwaves and small electrical pulses. This scientific approach stimulates collagen to soften lines and improve elasticity,

increase hydration and boost radiance.

The Active Vitamin Treatment is suitable for all skin types and is particularly effective at addressing sun-damage, pigmentation, premature ageing, dryness, uneven skin tone and scarring with noticeable differences after just one session.

To claim your offer call The Beauty Barn on

O1449 711190

and remember to quote ‘Vanilla’ when booking.

*Free Clarins Flash Balm with every Clarins Facial

Clarins Flash Balm – the ultimate pick-me-up for tired, stressed skin. It instantly moisturises, brightens and tightens facial contours so skin looks rested and relaxed.

Image Salon are giving a Clarins Flash Balm (worth £29) to every Vanilla reader who books one of their Clarins ‘resultsdriven’ facials in April.

There are 6 different Clarins facials: the Detox IMAGE

and Shine Stopper, the Lifting Line Smoother, the Moisture Replenisher, the Radiance Reviver, the Skin Healer and the Youth Activator. They range in price from £65 - £71.50.

Book your facial by calling Image Salon on the number below and quoting ‘Vanilla Flash Balm’. *Offer expires 30 April 2015.

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WIN!

Philip Kingsley Hair Spa Treatment with cut & finish at Francesco Hair Salon

If your hair needs more than a run-of-the-mill conditioner this Spring then enter our competition to win a hair make-over at Francesco’s Hair Salon in St Matthews Street.

The lucky winner will first be treated to the renowned PK Hair Spa Treatment – an intensive hair and scalp treatment to optimise growth and texture The treatment consists of a scalp mask, the famous ‘elasticizer’ with hot steaming allowing it to soak into your hair cuticles and a ten-minute head massage.

Afterwards, the hair is washed, conditioned and finished with a scalp toner (chosen to suit your hair type), cut and finished with a gentle blow dry.

● HAIR LOSS SPECIALIST ● SCALP SPECIALIST ● PHILIP KINGSLEY STOCKIST

We are the only specialist hair loss and scalp clinic in Suffolk – delivering advice and treatment for over 8 years.

Contact us for diagnosis, treatment and advice

HOW TO ENTER

To enter just send us an email, with your name, address and daytime telephone number to: competitions@vanilla-magazine.co.uk. Please put ‘Hair Spa’ in the subject line of your email.

Competition closes 31st May 2015.

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63 St Matthews Street, Ipswich, IP1 3EW

01473 400049 www.francescohair.co.uk

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NEW SALON OPENING SOON! Distraxion are a friendly hairdressers situated on the outskirts of Ipswich town centre, offering cutting edge services: n Creative Colouring & Cutting n Wedding, Prom & Special Occasion n Hair extensions n Conditioning Treatments n Brasiliana Keratin Treatment n Japanese Yuko Straightening

JOIN OUR TEAM Distraxion are looking for experienced, professional, creative, talented stylists to join the fantastic team.

Please contact Damien for a confidential chat on 01473 210888.

Back row Apprentice, Daniella; Senior Stylist, Emma; Director, Damien; Senior Stylist, Caroline; Creative Stylist, Gemma. Front row Manager, Glaudio; Senior Stylist, Michelle.

01473 210888 9am-6pm : Mon-Thurs 9am-7pm : Fridays 9am-5pm : Saturday 3 OBSERVATION COURT, 84 PRINCES ST, IPSWICH, IP1 1RY

Find us on facebook

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Experience two hours relaxation in the Thermal Suite Spa and indulge your facial senses to the ultimate treat with this fabulous offer of a 30 minute Mini You Facial complimented alongside our 30 minute Sensational Eyes Treatment. This treatment aims to revitalise and restore leaving your skin looking regenerated. n Use of spa for two hours n Mini You Facial n Sensational Eyes Treatment All for only £50 per person

To book call 0844 847 9462 quoting ‘Vanilla Offer’. Offer valid until the end of May 2015. www.uffordparkspa.co.uk

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U F F O R D PA R K H E A LT H & S P A WHERE IT IS ALL A BOUT YOU Luxury Thermal Suite with Hydro Pool, Mineral Grotto, Foot Spas, Aroma Steam Room, Soft Sauna, Feature Showers, Relaxation Zone & Ice Fountain.

Spa Experiences from £20pp.

Residential Spa Breaks from £89pp.

Open to non members, 7 days a week.

Gift Vouchers available.

For more information please call 0844 847 9462 or visit www.uffordpark.co.uk/spa Yarmouth Road, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1QW.

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SPRING OFFER: Enjoy 2 hours in our Thermal Suite Spa and a 30 minute all over body scrub. Perfect for getting your skin prepared for the Summer!

All for only £35 per person

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Midsummer

Shopping Night Vanilla and Cake & Catwalk are celebrating their 5th Anniversary in June. To celebrate this outstanding achievement we are joining forces and offering you an evening of SHOPPING • FASHION • BEAUTY Local boutiques, shops and salons will be showcasing their wares on the evening, so bring your purse! Fashion Candy will be organising a mini fashion show enabling some of our wonderful, boutiques to let you view some of their beautiful clothes and accessories.

TICKETS Tickets are £5 (£7.50 on the door) and include a glass of fizz on arrival!

You can purchase tickets from Cake & Catwalk or send us an email on editorial@vanilla-magazine.co.uk to book tickets at the advance price.

There will be a raffle too! Your chance to win some superb prizes.

So please join us, we’d love to see you!

7PM THURSDAY JUNE 11TH DANCEEAST It will be a great night – bring your family and friends and enjoy!

Profits from the evening will be donated to Lighthouse - the local charity supporting and embracing women and children who have suffered or are at risk of suffering from domestic abuse or violence.

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Ceannis linen cushion £52 Vanil

See p89 for stockist’s details

Set of 2 mini cushions £18 Hintlesham Barns Cup & saucer £15.95 bowl £8.50 Happiness Store

Mask from large selection £8 Maud’s Attic

Alice in Wonderland teapot £61.95 Happiness Store

Flower candlestick £27 Hintlesham Barns

Chunky 100% wool knit throw £325 Vanil

home stuff

Lovely things for lovely homes Bird house £9.50/£8.50

Hintlesham Barns Bluebell & Wood Anenome Candle £15.25 Happiness Store

MAKE YOUR OWN! Salad Bowl £25 Side plate £12.95

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2015 HOME TRENDS

Lotta Jansdotter bedding – single cover £30 Barretts of Woodbridge

Little Greene paint from £18.75 ltr Nelson Design UK

Black and white tile £10 Vanil

Cole & Son Hummingbirds £99 per roll Nelson Design UK

Fabrics by Romo Nelson Design UK

Embroidered cushion £84 Vanil

Voyage Arionne cushion £58 Barretts of Woodbridge

Go Retro

See p89 for stockist’s details

The modern look with a vintage twist

Stone grey full-height window shutters with a centre privacy rail and tilt rods available from Shuttercraft Suffolk

Baroque picture frame £14

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Peter knows the way!

College Farm • Back Road • Hintlesham • IP8 3NT 01473 652550 Tue-Sat 9.30am-4pm www.hintleshambarns.co.uk

Scandinavian Inspired

Established family business Friendly and helpful advice Exclusive imports Smithfield Melton Woodbridge IP12 1NH Telephone 01394 382067

justtileswoodbridge.co.uk

17 Church Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1DS

+44 (0)7702 877081 mandy@vanil.co.uk Open Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am - 5.30pm

Spring at Snape Maltings Some of life’s simple pleasures to be found at Snape Maltings

Pale Blue Floor Angle Lamp £125 House & Garden

Walberswick Chair £595 House & Garden

Pagoda Wool Rug 160 cm x 230 cm £675 House & Garden

Leather tote bag £58 Books & Cards

Rainbow collection of leather notebooks £12.95 each Books & Cards

Stunning pieces of handmade jewellery made with semi-precious stones that have been hand cut and calibrated.

The entire collection is available in The Gallery

Ring £60 Diffuser £12.50 House & Garden

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HOMES

Blossom dandelion collection from ÂŁ12.75 House & Garden

Star wave ceramic collection.

Bowls from ÂŁ5.50 House & Garden

is a collection of stylish independent shops and galleries.

Open daily from 10am until 5.30pm with free parking.

Snape Maltings, Snape, near Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP17 1SR tel: 01728 688 303 www.snapemaltings.co.uk

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MIELE COFFEE MACHINE

GROHE HOT TAP

Dispenses boiling water instantaneously. The ultimate convenience for tea and coffee-making as well as the cooking and preparation of pasta, rice and vegetables.

Prestigious, plumbed in, beanto-cup coffee machine allows you to transform your favourite coffee beans into a cup of delicious coffee at the touch of a button.

You can save the settings for ten different coffees so the whole family can enjoy.

Bracket-less shelves with integrated LEDs

FISHER & PAYKEL ACTIVESMART™ FRIDGE

Stainless steel refrigerator designed to maximise space and style. Its French doors bring theatre to the kitchen and give unobstructed access to wide, open shelf spaces.

Below, a spacious fullextension drawer and storage bins provide ergonomic solutions for your frozen items.

Miele ovens

Handle-less cupboards NEFF FLEXINDUCTION HOB

SILESTONE QUARTZ SURFACE High quality,

natural and comes with a 25 year warranty.

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MIELE DISHWASHER

Low noise, highly efďŹ cient dishwasher with adjustable lower basket, patented 3D cutlery tray. accommodates up to 14 place settings.

Versatile appliance only has two zoned areas; the rest of the hob is an extra-large cooking surface capable of being home to a roasting tin or several smaller pans. The system cleverly recognises the size, shape and position of the pans and only heats those areas.

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MIELE STEAM COMBINATION XL

Steam is distributed evenly throughout the appliance using eight steam inlets.

This allows you to produce beautifully cooked food in record time and preserve all the natural colours and nutrients for healthy results.

Design for living Be inspired! Sleek design and state-of-the-art technology combine to create the dream kitchen

BY DANIEL BARR ANGLIA FACTORS

ELICA ANDANTE DOWNDRAFT EXTRACTOR Eye-catching

downdraft hood retracts into the kitchen service when not in use.

While in use, it quietly purifies the air whilst providing ambient lighting for the cooking area.

BISQUE HOT SPRING RADIATORS Redefined the

MIELE WINE COOLER

Under-counter appliance conditions your wine perfectly and makes a stunning addition to your kitchen. It has a handleless door that opens with the subtlest of touches and closes itself gently afterwards. A precise and consistent temperature is provided over two distinct zones, allowing you to condition all types of wine with the utmost accuracy.

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image of radiators, won a Millennium Product award and is exhibited in the Philadelphia Museum of Modern Art.

Leather and chrome adjustable stools ● For more inspiration go www.angliafactors.co.uk

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From one roll of wallpaper to your entire home, visit Nelson Design UK for inspiration.

Cole & Son Wallpapers Whimsical Collection Woods ÂŁ72.00 per roll

Visit our Showroom for Paints, Fabrics, Rugs and Wallpapers.

Open Monday to Friday 10 to 5pm.

Saturdays by appointment please.

15 St Peters Street, Ipswich, Suffolk ip1 1xf. 01473 857852 www.nelsondesignuk.com

HOMES

Beautiful Balloons by Sanderson from £43 pm Barretts of Woodbridge

Original Style gloss ‘Field’ tiles available in ten colours (152mm x 152mm) from £1.09 each

Ipswich Bathroom and Tile Centre

See p89 for stockist’s details

CANDY CRUSH

Bored with neutrals?

Flood your home with fresh, bright, happy colours this Spring

Mojo Swing roller blind £85 (for a 120cm x 120cm blind) Westminster Blinds

Lombok king duvet cover set £17.99

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Sue Fenton cushions £18 Barretts of Woodbridge Splash Tango vertical blind £75 (for a 120cm x 120cm blind) Westminster Blinds

Ceramic wall tiles £54.54psm

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Carpets, rugs & floor coverings

Bed linen, towels, duvets & homeware

Curtains, blinds, shutters, fabric, wallpaper & paint

Beds, mattresses, headboards & bedroom furniture

Barretts. The independent, family run home furnishing store in the heart of Woodbridge. ● Specialising

Jill Barrett

in quality home furnishings and fantastic customer service ● Free delivery to Ipswich and Woodbridge ● Come and see our stands at the Suffolk Show in the prestigious Lifestyle Pavillion

40 THE THOROUGHFARE, WOODBRIDGE 01394 www.barretts.co.uk email: sales@barretts.co.uk

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HOMES Prestigious Sweet Butterfly fabric £10.50 per metre

Glasswells

Champagne Stripe £14.99sq mtr (including fitting) Archway Carpets

Lola Calypso roller blind £110 (for a 120cm x 120cm blind, includes installation) Westminster Blinds

Cushions: velvet £40 leaf £84 Vanil

St Tropez King size duvet cover set £17.99 Glasswells Vertical blind in Splash Capri (as previous page) Westminster Blinds

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Original Style ‘Crocotile’ tiles (152mm x 152mm) from £4.45 each Ipswich Bathroom and Tile Centre

Little Greene paint from £18.75 ltr Nelson Design UK

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Archway Carpets: 30 years in business

HIS YEAR sees Archway Carpets in Woodbridge celebrate their 30th anniversary. Established in 1985

by Graham Smith, and which now has son Darrell at the helm, the family business continues to offer reliable, service with great customer service.

Being an independent retailer, Archway Carpets are able to stock and supply any manufacturer they choose. The business has established great working relationships with many Britishmade ranges which ensures Archway Carpets are able to offer the best possible prices and also have the benefit of a quick turnaround in terms of delivery.

Archway offer a complete service from initial consultation and no obligation quote to sale,

supply and fitting.

They pride themselves on offering a straightforward and honest pricing policy. There is no hard sell, simply pop in and discuss your requirements and Archway will give you advice and suggestions and work out a solution that fits your budget, tastes and needs.

No matter how large or small the job may be, it is always treated the same way. The team listens to what the customer wants and then offer their advice on what the best solution might be – taking into account where the floor is and any other lifestyle considerations.

Darrell explains that a customer might like a certain style, colour and feel of carpet but they often need advice on finding the best, most practical, flooring solutions.

Over the years Archway Carpets have had many regular and repeat customers and this speaks volumes for the quality of the product and the service they offer.

The expert fitters are able to work in any size and shape of room and have plenty of experience of fitting awkward and unusual spaces such as spiral stairs, boats and campervans. Every job is unique and individual so receives the same attention to detail.

Archway Carpets work with both domestic and commercial clients throughout the Suffolk coastal area. If you are considering new flooring and are unsure of where to look, Darrell and his team at Church Street are definitely worth a visit. ■

Experience ensures great customer service, expert advice, skilled fitters, best prices and quick turnaround

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ELCOME TO our new section called ‘Job Well Done’, where we showcase local tradespeople who we know will give you the very best, professional service… and great value for money. All you need for piece of mind!

Our first feature looks at Ipswich painter and decorator Mark Barber. With 30 years’ experience, Mark has a wide range of skills and specialises

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in interior and exterior painting, wallpapering, coving and glazing.

After achieving his City & Guilds apprenticeship, Mark worked for a couple of companies, but in 1992 he decided to set up on his own and has never looked back.

“I knew I could offer a great service because I love what I do, and I’m a stickler for quality.

My aim has always been to treat my customers and their homes

with respect, turn up and finish on time, and do a great job for a reasonable price. I think I’m doing something right, as many of my customers come back again and again and I get a lot of referrals.”

Most of Mark’s work is domestic, and he also handles period properties, where careful selection of paints and finishes is essential. “I often work with interior designers on older

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properties where the paint finish on the walls and woodwork has to be National Trust approved.

“But for any domestic customer, I can help and advise on what will look good generally, and what is ‘in’ now in terms of colour and finish. There is so much choice on the market and it can be very confusing, so I can help take the mystery out of it. At the moment, the trend is for white and grey paint, with bold accent colours used for furnishings like curtains and cushions.”

Mark also has a network of other skilled workers, such as carpenters and plasterers, who he brings in to help where they are needed.

“It’s essential to have a good team of reliable people who you know will do good work for customers,” explains Mark. “I use the same people every time.”

Over his 30 year career, Mark has had some unusual work. “I was asked to paint a world map in the reception area of ICI, that was quite something.”

He may be local, but Mark’s work can take him out of the area, sometimes as far afield as London.

“I’ll go wherever I am needed, it makes life very interesting and challenging.”

But the true test of a tradesperson… what do the customers think?

Polly Hester, from Woodbridge, has used Mark many times; to wallpaper her dining room and, more recently, to paint the kitchen and external windows.

“Mark is fantastic,” says Polly, “he does a really great job.

It’s superb quality, he arrives when he says he will, finishes on time and he’s very good value. He’s a really nice, trustworthy person to have around.”

Jan Newman, from Ipswich, has been a loyal customer of Mark’s for 12 years.

“Mark has painted my house, inside and out, three times in 12 years,” she says. “He is so reliable, which is very important to me, and does a wonderful job every time.

Quality and a friendly service is what I get from Mark and I hope he’ll keep coming back whenever we need a new coat of paint.”

Brian Keeble, from Ipswich, asked Mark to redecorate his house top to bottom, inside and out, three years ago and is delighted with the result.

“Mark did an excellent job, very professional, and he’s such a nice bloke, says Brian. “What more could you ask?”

To contact Mark, call 07770 608226 or 01473 273494, or email him at mark.barber30@yahoo.com

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Suffolk’s great party and event venue

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READY, STEADY, BAKE! Have you ever thought about baking a cake, but not had the confidence to do so? Or perhaps you enjoy baking and simply want to have fun and learn a bit more?

Short courses run by the Constable Cake Baking Company have a wonderfully relaxed feel – at the very least you'll drink lots of tea or coffee and eat plenty of cake! But best of all your family will be impressed with the cakes you bring home with you… a packet of cake mix will be a thing of the past! Both men and women are welcome and age is irrelevant – just a desire to learn how to bake cakes. www.constablecakebaking.co.uk

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NEW BAR FOR WOODBRIDGE

The Firestation café, located at 21A Thoroughfare, is now a fully licensed bar.

It will be serving beers, wines, snacks and cocktails made using its own infused sugar syrups! Open Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm until 11.30pm.

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Wolff Evans & Sons Scotch Eggs

These have to be the best Scotch eggs we’ve ever tasted!

And the pork belly and shoulder is from Dingley Dell, so nice and local too.

Harry and Bill started Wolff-Evans & Sons last year (Harry was inspired after a spell working with Raymond Blanc).

The father and son team soon started making scotch eggs for Fortnum & Mason, which meant they ended up in Royal hampers for the palace. They also provided a scotch egg lunch for a Brad Pitt/ Guy Ritchie shooting

party.

They now supply Co-ops and Budgens across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex with their range of deli products: Homeslaw (a version made with savoy cabbage), Continental Potato Salad, Tuna Fraiche (a family recipe from the 70s) and Posh Egg Mayo.

Bill says he never expected to sell a gourmet scotch egg outside of London.

But the people of Suffolk and Essex have proved him wrong and they are now delivering 3,000 a week locally and growing!

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S U N DAY L U N CH at Ufford Park Woodbridge

Bring the family and enjoy fresh, seasonal produce from the local area.

Sunday Lunch is served in The Park Restaurant between 12 noon & 2pm.

2 courses £14.95 3 courses

£16.95

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EASTER SUNDAY LUNCH Celebrate Easter with us this year and enjoy a delicious 2 or 3 course lunch in The Park Restaurant.

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HE FABULOUS bar brasserie at milsoms in Dedham has a rightful reputation as a gorgeous place to get great food in a really relaxed atmosphere. The beautiful gardens make it a perfect place for a spring lunch and as the nights get lighter you’ll get a glimpse of the stunning surroundings even if you’re visiting for an evening meal.

The two tier restaurant provides plenty of space for turn-up diners (the milsoms quirk is that there’s no booking and they serve all day) but the real draw on a sunny May day will be the terrace.

The menu is the best of British with a tip of the hat to global cuisine, while the greatest emphasis is on fresh, local ingredients, in season and imaginatively flavourmatched.

Starters from the specials included prosciutto with ripped plum, salted marcona almonds, with mostocotto dressing and a silky smooth Dover slip sole with nut brown butter which was a perfectly

light and delightfully simple intro for a heavier main course. From the regular menu, the seared scallops were divine, resting on a flavoursome Jerusalem artichoke puree with crunchy hazelnut dressing, surrounded by crispy twirls of Jerusalem artichoke. Other tempting suggestions included the beetroot ‘tart fine’ with goats curd, onion puree, ruby chard and hazelnuts or for retro-lovers 70s prawn cocktail.

MILSOMS’ EXCELS at steak and the sirloin was succulent and perfectly seasoned, served with a cup of skinny fries, a huge roasted mushroom and a choice of sauces.

The ingredients could not be fresher or more local – the Dedham Vale beef is reared and raised, practically on the doorstep, using traditional welfare and husbandry techniques and dry aged for a minimum of 28 days. The proof is in the taste and the steaks are certainly one of the reasons for many diners to

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return. The signature milsoms cheeseburger in a brioche bun with smoked chilli mayo was also a very popular choice.

Other choices included a gorgeous Wester Ross salmon fillet, which was served on a spinach mash with brown shrimp volute and a bouncy poached egg bursting with a deep yellow yolk.

Traditional favourites – shepherd’s piece, pork chops with bubble and squeak mash and Icelandic cod and chips – nestle on the menu alongside curries and pasta.

The showstopper desserts were worth holding out for – a fabulous blackberry jelly nestled beneath a thick lemon curd, a crust of tiny meringue and a huge whirl of blackberry cream served, while from the specials list, a double chocolate and raspberry sundae was served in a long, long glass which added to the sense of indulgence.

The milsoms team have a winning formula; the same menu and combination of relaxed dining in a beautiful outdoors setting is available over at the lovely Kesgrave Hall. They have even produced a sumptuous tome of a cook book – Recreate – for those who want to take the taste home with them, but being there and enjoying the delightful surroundings while you dine is definitely an experience to savour.

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Let’s get cosy!

One of the most charming inns on the Suffolk coast…

On Sunday and Thursday nights enjoy our cosy rates from £85 per couple per night, including breakfast and VAT. This offer is available on Sundays and Thursdays and only if you dine with us.

Set menu 2 courses £14.95 3 courses £18.95 Available Monday to Friday for lunch and on Thursdays for dinner To view all our offers and menus please visit www.westletoncrown.co.uk

The Westleton Crown, The Street, Westleton, Nr Southwold IP17 3AD

01728 648777 info@westletoncrown.co.uk

stay and eat Stay in one of our cosy rooms from £112.50 per couple and we will give you a £35 voucher to spend on food and drink whilst you are with us... easily enough for fish and chips and a pint for two!

Stay in one of our five newly decorated bedrooms!

Available for stays Sunday to Thursday until 19th July 2015

For more information or to book: Call 01728 648219 or email info@shipatdunwich.co.uk

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A treat for the family this Easter from Head Chef, Lisle Mowles at Hintlesham Golf Club.

Easter Chocolate Brownie SERVES 4

1 Cream the sugar and the eggs

500g caster sugar

together.

2 In a saucepan, over a very gentle heat, melt the dark chocolate and butter together. Allow to cool slightly.

3 Add the melted chocolate and butter mixture to the creamed eggs and sugar and mix.

4 Fold in the the flour and cocoa powder to the mix and then add the crushed mini eggs.

5 Line a baking tray and spead the mixture out evenly.

6 Bake at 180°C for half an hour or

250g dark chocolate (we use Callebaut finest Belgium chocolate) 180g unsalted butter 6 whole eggs 50g flour 50g Bourneville cocoa powder 40g mini eggs – half crushed and half for decorating

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until a knife comes out clean.

7 Decorate with remaining mini eggs, dust with icing sugar and serve with cream or ice-cream.

Lisle joined Hintlesham Golf Club in 2010. His commitment, dedication and skill led to Lisle being promoted to Head Chef in January 2015.

HINTLESHAM GOLF CLUB George Street, Hintlesham, Ipswich IP8 3JG. 01473 652761 www.hintleshamgolfclub.com

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Rat Pack Tribute Night

Ladies do Lunch

Motown Tribute Night

Drink on arrival.

Cookery demonstration followed by two course lunch and coffee Every second Wednesday of the month 12 noon for 12.30pm £17 per head

Saturday 4th July Dinner & Dancing £39.50 per head

Saturday 12th September Dinner & Dancing £39.50 per head

Please call & book to avoid disaPPointment on

Hamilton road Felixstowe iP11 7dx www.theorwellhotel.co.uk @theorwellhotel

Summer Garden Party Saturday 1st August Pimms at 12.30pm Summer Lunch at 1pm Trad Jazz with The Gipping Valley Stompers £29.50 per head

01394 285511 or email reservations@theorwellhotel.co.uk

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ow about this for a dilemma? You have created a stunning cake, say a designer handbag, and the feeling of satisfaction is immense.

Hours of hard work have paid off, new skills learnt in a fun class and an end product to be proud of – but now you have to decide, is it too good to actually eat?

A wonderful problem to have, and after a class, workshop or weekly course with Graham and Tina Weare at The Outrageous Cake Academy, one you could face with pleasure.

After gaining international as well as domestic recognition for their stunning range of bespoke decorated cakes, the husbandand-wife team decided to open an academy in order to pass of the skills and techniques needed to create an amazing confection.

A raft of classes covers every aspect of cake decorating, from youngsters making lollipops or

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cupcakes to dedicated friends making the bride and groom their very own wedding cake.

Students can learn the best way to make sugar models (great for adding that special touch) and the most delicate fantasy flowers or butterflies. Master how to pipe icing, and sculpture incredible likenesses from Minecraft models and cartoon characters to even a horse and rider.

You can choose from a wide variety of classes, book parties or workshops and courses run from a couple of hours to two-day sessions. Prices start from £30.

Refreshments are provided, along with lunch for day courses, and you will not need to bring any equipment, not even an apron. Everything is provided at the Academy classroom beside the Outrageous Cake Company’s artisan kitchen at the Cookhouse, Suffolk Food Hall, Wherstead, Ipswich.

FIND OUT MORE! Visit the Outrageous Cake Academy website, www.the-outrageous-cakecompany.co.uk, telephone 01473 786687 or 07805 808362, or email info@the-outrageous-cakecompany.co.uk

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We design and create bespoke cakes for any event.

We specialise in quirky, fun cakes, but anything goes.

Only your imagination will restrict you!

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Parties and classes for children and adults Learn the secrets behind amazing cake designs and sugarcraft

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Woodbridge Annual Easter Egg Hunt

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New Wolsey Theatre Ipswich highlights 7-11 APRIL

Presented by The Watermill Theatre

The Secret Adversary

Adapted from the Agatha Christie novel for the stage by Sarah Punshon & Johann Hari.

Agatha Christie’s gripping thriller follows the daring and dizzying adventures of Tommy & Tuppence through 1920s London, sucked into a perilous world of political intrigue, criminal conspiracy, murder and mayhem.

Launching as part of the 125th anniversary celebrations of the author’s birth, The Secret Adversary takes to the stage for the very first time in this inventive new adaptation shot through with fast-paced action, comed and live music.

7.45pm (7pm on Tue 7 April) Matinees 2.30pm. £10-£32.50

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16-25 APRIL

Presented by The New Wolsey Young Company

The Crucible

Written by Arthur Miller 50 years on from its UK premiere.

Arthur Miller’s tale of religious hysteria in the infamous witch trials of 1692 is a masterpiece of social and political commentary, and a timely warning on how profound religious loyalty can be manipulated by those seeking to serve their own ends.

The story of how the small community of Salem is stirred into madness by superstition and personal grievances, culminating in a violent climax, is a savage attack on the evils of mindless persecution and the terrifying power of false accusations.

The New Wolsey Young Company tackle ‘one of a handful of great plays that will both survive the twentieth century and bear witness to it’.

7.45pm . £8-£14

6-16 MAY

Presented by The New Wolsey Theatre and Birmingham Repertory Theatre

Feed The Beast

From the awardwinning writer of BBC programmes, Sherlock and Doctor Who, Feed The Beast is a fiercely funny look at the rocky relations between our press and politicians.

Michael is moving into Number 10 Downing Street and there will be no charm offensives with this Prime Minister, not with a country to run, a welfare state to reform and vested interests to confront. But when his family’s private life looks set to be the next big story, Michael’s ruthless young press secretary tells him there’s only one way to handle the Media: “Feed the beast before it turns on you”.

7.45pm (7pm on Tue 12 May) Matinees 2.30pm. £10-£25 To book tickets go to wolseytheatre.co.uk or call 01473 295900

The legendary Easter Egg Hunt is happening once again. As well as swarms of children searching the park for chocolate there will be hot beverages, a bouncy castle and a magician.

The Easter Egg Hunt is open to children under the age of 12 and the challenge is to search the park for hidden golden beans and exchange them for chocolate eggs.

There will be 500 eggs to give away!

Please arrive promptly at 11am to register your child for the Easter Egg Hunt as the number of eggs is limited to 500.

11am-1pm Elmhurst Park Woodbridge A free car park has been arranged and will be open from 8am to 6.30pm at the Suffolk Coastal District Council office on Melton Hill (IP12 1AU).

Dedham SATURDAY 18 APRIL

Modern Handmade Pop-Up Shop The Cloth Clinic sewing school and Thea Lily Loves, a local maker of gorgeous handmade clothes, have joined forces to create a ‘Modern Handmade’ Pop Up Shop.

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The spring pop-up shop is taking place on Saturday 18th April 2015, 10am 4pm, at The Cloth Clinic, Dedham Vale Business Park – based on the outskirts of picturesque Dedham, in Essex.

Celebrating the work of a small number of contemporary craft makers from Essex, Suffolk and further afield, the event will be a creative showcase of maker/designers of handcrafted items.

Ranging from bespoke clothing and textiles art to paper cutting and ceramics. Discover and buy unique, hand-made, quality work and gifts.

Be inspired, browse, and enjoy a piece of cake at our pop-up cafe!

10am - 4pm To find the event on the day, visit: www.theclothclinic.co.uk/ how-to-find-us/

MONDAY 27 APRIL

Shopping Day

in aid of Cancer Research UK

Over 20 stalls - Hot Footed ladies quality shoes and sandals, three collections of ladies clothes for all ages, jewellery, accessories, linens, gifts, plants and much more. £3 Entrance to Cancer Research UK (£2 after 1pm). Tea/coffee and light lunches available.

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SUNDAY 3 MAY

The Truly Marvellous Wedding & Bottom Drawer Fair Forget everything you know about wedding fairs… this is different!

An event designed to put the fun back into wedding fairs. Featuring 40+ exhibitors, The fair is free to attend, register online before the fair to be entered into a draw to win On-The-Day Wedding Co-ordination with National Award Winner Caroline Gould Wedding Planner worth £500. Online registration closes on Saturday 2nd May at 4pm.

Kenton Hall Estate, nr Debenham, IP14 6JU 10am-4pm Free entry & parking FRIDAY 8 MAY

VE Day Celebration There's still time to get your hands on a ticket to the best party in Suffolk in 2015, to celebrate the 70th anniversay of VE Day. But be quick as there's only a handful remaining! Milsom Hotels are putting on a fabulous party in The Hangar at Kesgrave Hall on Friday, May 8th, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of VE Day. Tickets are available for just £120 per person. Call the Kesgrave Hall switchboard on 01473 333741 today to book your place or email hq@milsomhotels.com.

23-25 MAY

Peninsula Craft Group Spring Show There will be a ‘Sale Room’ offering a wide range of craft items for sale; as well as a dedicated ‘Working Exhibition Room’ where members will offer demonstrations and individual displays showing a sample of their crafts and how they achieve those results (including where things have gone wrong – which can be fun to see) All takes place in the rooms above the Shipwreck bar and restaurant – these rooms are accessible by the stairs inside from reception and from outside via two stairwells in the garden and at the side

VE DAY CELEBRATION VICTORY - 70 YEARS ON FRIDAY 8TH MAY, 2015

FEATURING THE BAND OF THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT BEATING THE RETREAT

DON’T DELAY DIAL 01473 333741 AND SPEAK TO AN OPERATOR TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS TODAY

The Shipwreck, Shotley Marina 10am-5pm each day Free entry & Free parking 27-28 MAY

Suffolk Show The must-do show of the year for all the family. As last year 14s and under go free. This pop up retail space comprises of hundreds of stands selling gifts, clothes, arts, crafts, jewellery, fabulous one-off finds for home and garden, as well as lots of locally produced food and drink. Don’t forget to visit Fifth Avenue, a first class retail experience!

Visit suffolkshow.co.uk to book advance tickets.

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Get out!

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DANCE Jerwood DanceHouse 17 & 18 APRIL

Varmints

Varmints tells the poignant tale of one small creature’s struggle to preserve a world in danger of being lost forever. Every day the city grows larger and the noise grows louder, until there is so much noise that no-one can hear themselves think.

Following a successful 2013 tour, Varmints returns with a specially added interactive post-show discussion.

This exhilarating dance-theatre show is choreographed by B-boy and Sadler’s Wells New Wave Associate Wilkie Branson and directed by children’s theatre specialist Sally Cookson.

Based on the awardwinning book by Helen Ward with beautiful illustrations by Marc Craste, Varmints is a rich

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visual piece of original dance theatre for young people and their families.

1.30pm. £12.

Age suitability 7yrs+ FRIDAY 1 MAY

Promises of Happiness

This is a dance show for joy, for simple pleasures, for saying ‘no’ to people who want to tell us what should or should not make us happy; and to endless promises of happiness alluding to a world just out of reach.

Here, exploring happiness is more important than ever actually finding it.

Robert Clark is a UK based choreographer who has been creating and presenting work since 2006 both nationally and internationally.

He is renowned for his humorous and emotionally charged, intricate and detailed, direct and engaging dance performances.

1.30pm. £12.

Age suitability 7yrs+

29 & 30 MAY

The Spalding Suite This work is inspired by the UK’s basketball sub-culture and explores the battles between the human body and mind in this fast-paced game.

Fresh poetry combined with contemporary movement celebrates the elegance and beauty of basketball. Seen from a British perspective, The Spalding Suite gets to the heart and soul of the gravity-defying game and delves into the hopes and dreams of those who play it. Six dynamic performers mix live beatboxing, hip hop, music, moves and poetry, taking us from the fleeting high of the score and the robust camaraderie of the team, to the poignant lows of a body too worn to play the game.

9pm & 7.30pm. £12.

Age suitability 7yrs+ To book tickets go to danceeast.co.uk or call 01473 295230

FARMERS MARKETS Snape Easter Farmers’ Market Saturday 4 April

9.30.am to 1pm.

A special Easter Farmers Market in collaboration with the Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival. Free carparking

Framlingham Market Every Saturday in the square in Framlingham.

Jimmy’s Farm Pannington Hall, Wherstead.10am-2pm.

First Saturday of every month.

Southwold Every Friday 9am 12:30pm Drayman's Square, Victoria Street, Southwold

Woodbridge Farmers Market Woodbridge Community Hall, 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month 9am-1pm.

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The Beauty Barn Stonham Barns, Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT 01449 711190

Ipswich Trichology Hair & Scalp Clinic 63 St Matthew's St, Ipswich 01473 400049

Distraxion 84 Princes Street, Ipswich 01473 210888

The Italian Shirt Shop 17, St Peter’s Street, Ipswich 01473 218658

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Holly Blue Boutique 72 The Thoroughfare Woodbridge 01394 382300

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Eileen Fisher Head of Junior School at Ipswich High School

My East Coast Life

Eileen Fisher is Head of the Junior School at Ipswich High School for Girls; she has been working there for nearly six years. She is married to David, has two daughters, Isobel and Eliza, and lives in Westerfield with their two dogs Coco and Bowie and cat Elvis.

What inspired you to go into education?

Mrs McGinty and Mrs Dearlove!

Two amazing teachers who made a huge difference to my childhood. Mrs McGinty was kind, supportive and started my enthusiasm for nature and the outdoors. Mrs Dearlove was like a 50s film star – I adored her and she inspired my love of art and creative writing. Having great teachers really does make an impact and can influence and mould you for the future.

What was it like moving from the city of Edinburgh to a rural area?

I worked in Edinburgh but I lived in Dunbar which is a beautiful town right on the east coast.

Dunbar is famous for being the birthplace of John Muir, a Scottish-American naturalist and author and has some of the most amazing woodland and beaches in the country. I do enjoy both rural and city life and working for the GDST offers both as our Head Office is near Victoria in London and my school office has breathtaking views of the River Orwell.

We hear you have a passion for outdoor education? The grounds at Woolverstone Hall must be Heaven?

I love being outside and the benefits of children working and playing outdoors are numerous.

We run a Forest School

programme in the woodland here at the school for our own girls and also have had other local visiting primary schools.

Outdoor learning promotes problem solving, risk taking and persistence. In Forest School sessions our very youngest children are continually exploring and discovering.

Outdoor learning ultimately is fun and children who are happy and interested will learn quickly and be motivated to find out more. If we also add the increase in physical activity, then our learners with be healthier and have a better immune system.

What do you do to relax away from school?

I am always looking forward to a new challenge and I am currently learning to play the piano and how to ski. It is never too late to learn and I try to be a good role model for the girls – it's all about perseverance and giving things a go!

What is special/unique about Suffolk for you?

I really love the village where I live, Westerfield. It is rural yet a mile from the town and we have two good pubs right on our doorstep.

If you had £5 left in the whole world, how would you spend it?

On phone credit. My sister lives in Southampton and although we see each other frequently I do miss her. n

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