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Vanilla celebrates its 5th Anniversary this June so we’d like to say a big fat thank you to our loyal and lovely readers, advertisers and all the writers, photographers and designers who have contributed over the past 5 years...

Couldn’t have done it without you!

Contributors Sylvaine Poitau Philip Pinfold, David Bawley, Alice Manning, Megan McCusker, Julia Nelson-Elgar, Sue Carter, Louise and Anthony Cullen

To celebrate this landmark, Vanilla is hosting a MIDSUMMER SHOPPING NIGHT on the 11th June at DanceEast. It’ll be a night of fashion, beauty and shopping so bring your purse!! (p13) As usual we have an issue packed full of amazing offers all of them on your doorstep.

So Love Your Locals and remember to mention Vanilla when you go shopping!

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Thanks to All our readers, supporters and advertisers NUMBER 30 June /July 2015 Vanilla is published February, April, June, August, October and December.

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The Saints is the perfect backdrop for the vintage and craft market.

The stalls celebrate an eclectic mix of handmade products the majority of which are locally sourced – from jewellery to textiles, vintage clothes to ceramics. Many of the local shops will be open so it makes a great destination to visit and lots of the eateries will be open all day, so breakfast, lunch and tea readily available. See page 31.

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THEATRE IN THE FOREST IS BACK! Red Rose Chain’s beloved annual summer spectacular is back! This summer get ready for romance, donkey’s ears and pure hilarity all wrapped up in their unmistakable style for the ‘ultimate’ dream at Jimmy’s Farm. Last year Red Rose Chain welcomed more audience members than ever before – over 10,000 people experienced Theatre in

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the Forest within the farm’s beautiful woodland clearing, and this year they are transforming it into fairy land for Shakespeare’s favourite comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Joanna Carrick’s production is perfect entertainment for all the family, whether you’re a curious first-timer or seasoned fan, don’t miss out on the region’s largest outdoor theatre event that holds audiences. For booking info see page 79.

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CALLING ALL QUEENS AND SUPPORTERS

Woodbridge Carnival, back on 4th July, is looking for entries to the fun fancy dress Carnival Queen contest. Anyone of any age can participate and local groups, clubs and individuals are encouraged to dress up to compete for a £500 donation to their chosen charity or community group.

Entrants are invited to create their look in the spirit of the Carnival, which has a Tudor theme this year.

All ‘Queens’ will form part of the parade through the town starting a 4pm. Entry forms can be found at choosewoodbridge.co.uk/carnival

MADE WITH LOVE AT ST ELIZABETH HOSPICE

St Elizabeth Hospice has launched a new shop with a twist – all items sold will be handcrafted by patients, volunteers and supporters.

The new Made With Love shop is located in the Day Centre at the Hospice in Foxhall Road, Ipswich and sells an eclectic mix of items, from cushions and cards, to wooden plates and dog beds – and anything and everything in between.

All the money raised from the shop will go towards providing vital care to more than 2,000 local people living with a progressive illness every year and support for their families.

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AN ADVANCED VISION FOR IPSWICH An advanced Vision for Ipswich has recently been presented which builds on an original plan drawn up in 2013 and develops it further; giving finer details to the work that is needed to ensure the area prospers.

Ipswich Central, the town centre Business Improvement District (BID) company, has worked on the original plans, and is now delighted to present them to the people of the town.

In the plans to transform and regenerate the experience of those visiting the town centre, radical changes are proposed which include centralising the retail offering in the town, developing around 2,000 new homes and building high specification office accommodation.

Other proposals include a stunning tree lined walkway in Lloyds Avenue, riverside walkways

and the creation of a number of links which will connect all sections of the town together, enabling one flowing experience.

Terry Baxter, Chairman of Ipswich Central, said: “Our organisation, representing over 620 town centre businesses, is committed to being part of a broad partnership to help lead our town centre into a more prosperous future. We are ready to play a full role in delivering the Vision on behalf of our members, but we cannot do it alone.

“We do not have all the answers. What we do know is that the transformation of places involves bold decisions around a commonly agreed plan. We are starting that process for Ipswich today. By presenting these proposals to the town, we are calling upon on all those who share our ambition, to unite and make this Vision a reality.”

L 21-23 AUGUST GLEMHAM HAL FOLKEAST LINE-UP ANNOUNCED! Suffolk’s popular, fun and friendly folk festival, The Unthanks • False Lights • Peatbog Faeries The Young’uns • Martin Carthy • Neil Innes returns to Glemham Hall this August. This year’s line-up includes: The UnThanks, The Young'Uns, False Lights, Neil Innes, Martin McCarthy and Peatbog Faeries.

This independent festival is fast gaining recognition and the 2015 festival promises to be even bigger and better than before!

21st, 22nd & 23rd August 2015 at Glemham Hall, Suffolk A fresh approach to a timeless tradition

With an eclectic mix of contemporary and traditional music, where instrument, song, dance, storytelling, poetry, art, heritage craft skills and knowledge are shared and collaborations born. Re-kindling the Eastfolk folkmoots on the Glemham Hall Estate, where, for three days of the year the folk from the East bring their families and gather for a bit of a to-do.

The Wilson Family • Leveret • Steve Tilston • Josienne Clarke & Ben Walker

Greg Russell & Ciaran Algar • John Spiers • Ten Strings & A Goat Skin • Faustus Chris Wood & Andy Cutting • Liberty To Choose • The Sam Kelly Trio • Mawkin Phillip Henry & Hannah Martin • Peter Knight’s Gigspanner • The Hut People The Urban Folk Quartet • Vin Garbutt • Megson • Andy May Trio • Maz O’Connor Dan Walsh & Nic Zuppardi • Richard Grainger • Mortal Tides • The Sail Pattern Oompah Brass • Martin Newell & The Hosepipe Band • Gavin Davenport Charlie Dore • Mary Humphreys & Anahata • Murphy’s Lore • The John Ward Band

Hannah Sanders • Hot Feet • Poultry Cross • Robert Castellani • Nick Murray Brown • Cathryn Craig & Brian Willoughby Cousin Jack • Tin River • The Broadside Boys • Tilly Dalglish • Inca • The Two Nicks • Xenia & The Stringfellers Capstan Full Strength • Quay Street Whalers • ShipShape • Tanz • Adrian O • JC & Angelina Steve Turner • PaX-5 • The Woodland Creatures • Daisy Vaughan • Ceilidhs - Skiphire and Monty’s Maggot

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Chris T-T • Funke & The Two Tone Baby • Animal Noise • The Dyr Sister • Jo Carley & The Old Dry Skulls • Jonathan Marriott & The Painted Birds Astrakan Project • Ethan Ash • Echoes In The Well • The Bijoux Toots • Pick Yer Feet Up • Addison’s Uncle • The Woodland Creatures • Mortal Tides The Junk Shop Poets • Twisted Routes • Aneirin Jones & Joe Tozer • The Pancakes • Honey & The Bear • Tin Heart Troubadours • Nature Culture • The Wingless Heron Abigail Blake • Norwich Ukulele Society • Ned The Kids Dylan • Jack Pout • Holly Johnston • Emperor Norton • Elly Tree • Bessie Turner • Papa Pout • The Broken Maps

Poetry: Dean Parkin’s A Poem for Suffolk • Leanne Moden • Adam Warne • Russell J Turner • Dan Clark • Just Some Guy • Christine York Daily: Open Mic with Jack Pout at 2pm • Access To Music Students Daily at 6pm

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Witchmen • Pretty Grim • Golden Star • Hageneth • Barley Brigg • Anstey Morris • Rockingham Rapper • Thameside Mummers • Danegeld • Haughley Hoofers

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Percussion with The Hut People, Harmonica with Phillip Henry, Singing with The Young’uns, Fiddle workshop with Sam Sweeney, Melodeon with John Spiers and Andy Cutting as well as Guitar, Napoleonic Song, Panpipes and Bodhran.

Dance Workshops

East Anglian Stepping, French, Klezmer, Rapper Sword, Border, Cotswold, Northwest Morris and English Country Dance.

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Paper cut, knitting, crocheting, felt making, jewellery, wild weaving, screen printing, clay, lino cut, gel printing, patchwork, blacksmithing.

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Our favourite fashion accessories shop, on the Ipswich Waterfront, is celebrating its fifth anniversary, along with Vanilla, this year. Megan McCusker caught up with its owner, Lynn Turner.

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YNN TURNER, had always been interested in fashion, but had no prior experience in the retail industry – she taught dance for thirty-five years and had worked in sales, marketing and events for local publisher, Archant. But five years ago the shop space within the newly-built DanceEast building became vacant by chance and Lynn leapt at the opportunity to do something different – for her the chance ‘came at exactly the right time’.

Lynn had always longed for the freedom of self-employment and the luxury of being her own boss.

She quickly became fascinated with the retail business, priding herself on sourcing unique ranges

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‘You’ve got to love people if you’re going to work in a shop’ says Lynn. As Cake and Catwalk is an independent boutique, the importance of providing excellent customer service is key.

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ESCRIBING the last five years as a ‘joy’, for Lynn the highlights have been the customers – building relationships with people, and on occasion, winning over the more ‘challenging’ ones.

She also enjoys acting as a mentor for young people, encouraging confidence through opportunities of work experience in her shop.

When asked what she has learned along the way, Lynn

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REAL COMMUNITY player, Lynn is passionate about the growth and development of the town – she says ‘Ipswich is in my heart’. As well as gathering support from people from all walks of life to discuss the town's potential for development, Lynn is also training to become a town pastor – contributing to the safety of the young people of Ipswich.

Looking back over the last five years, would she do it all again?

‘Definitely. Perhaps a few things a little differently… but you learn as you go and the experience is so rewarding.’

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Plans for the future, hopefully involve expanding into a second shop, allowing Lynn to bring a different edge to her distinctive collection. She wants to work more with local, independent artists and designers, giving them the opportunity to promote themselves and their work. There are no plans to turn Cake and Catwalk into a chain though! ‘The personal touch and being connected with people is extremely important to me,’ explains Lynn, so any subsequent shops would need to be close by so she could remain hands-on.

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The Saints area of Ipswich comprises of St Peters and St Nicholas Streets, and forms a natural link from the Town Centre to the Waterfront. Steeped in history and home to our best independent businesses, shops and eateries, it’s a must-visit destination...

16-27 JUNE

JAZZ PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION Subterranean Boulevard Gallery 21 St Peters Street

Jazz Camera is an acclaimed exhibition of the work of award-nominated photographer John Watson, who has photographed some of the greatest stars of jazz.

John Watson, a regular contributor to Jazz Journal, has been nominated three times for his work in the New York-based JJA Jazz Awards, organised by the Jazz Journalists Association. His photography book, The Power Of Jazz has had rave reviews. See www.jazzcamera.co.uk.

Part of the Ipswich Jazz Festival. For more info go to ipswichjazzfestival.org.uk

OFF TO THE SUN?

Travel specialists, Idelo Travel have seen a surge in bookings for the Greek Islands this year, as tour operators have been offering some amazing bargains. Their advice is to a) book now for 2016 if you want the best prices for the school holidays and b) opt for Thailand if you’re looking for the best value for money. Likewise, appointments are getting snapped up The Travel Clinic as gap year students, businessmen and families seek critical advice on travel health and vaccines for the more far flung destinations.

NAME CHANGE Sisters, Beth and Hannah have got their thinking caps on as they need to come up with a new moniker for their coffee shop due to a name conflict with a national chain. They’ve got until the autumn to make the change so if you’ve got any good suggestions let them know!

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New owner of Myrtle & Mint at number 13, Charlotte, who took over the business last month. Although we are sad to say goodbye to Libby and Jane who have been hand-tying bouquets for over five years, we’ve been assured it will be business as usual at our favourite flower shop!

Meanwhile, downstairs at LoveOne, the wedding planners have moved in.

Oh! What A Lovely Wedding come up with creative and original themes for your big day including some great products. Pop in and take a look!

NEWS FROM ‘THE HOUSE IN TOWN’

Owner of No. 23 St. Peters Street, John Manning, tells us that The House In Town will be closed for one week during the summer when extensive redecoration including the installation of new flooring and lighting will take place. Expect to see even more of their lovely home wares, including furniture and mirrors, on completion.

We will keep you informed in our next issue.

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THE FASHION SAINTS

Saints interesting fact #1 Thomas Wolsey’s birth place is believed to be in St Peters Street. King Henry VIII visited the town, on pilgrimage to Our Lady of Grace in Ipswich, staying with Lord Curson at his mansion, sited between Silent Street and Rose Lane.

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ow in its sixth year, the St Peters Street Summer Market will be held on Sunday 21st June.

This popular market is now firmly established in the Ipswich calendar, marking the start of the summer on the Saints and the Ip-Art Festival. The Saints is the perfect backdrop for the vintage and craft market. The stalls celebrate an eclectic mix of handmade products the majority of which are locally sourced – from jewellery to textiles, vintage clothes to ceramics. Many of the local shops will be open so it makes a great destination to visit and lots of the eateries will be open all day, so breakfast, lunch and tea readily available.

“The markets have given an added dimension to the street

in terms of marketing the Saints as an area for independent business and an alternative to the generic high street. It has enabled us to raise our profile locally and it has followed that visitor numbers are up.”

Cathy Frost, Loveone.

“It’s fantastic, you get lots of wonderful craftspeople and stall

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holders. The general community spirit of the street is great and that’s one of the things we love being a shop keeper here.”

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The market runs from 10am4pm and St Peters Street will be closed to traffic for the duration.

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13 stylists in total), whilst also increasing the services the salon provides, to include manicures, pedicures, Great Length hair extensions and wedding packages.

Newest member of the team is senior stylist Kate Gittins, who is expected to bring further flare and creativity to the dynamic, young team. As a welcome to Kate, the salon is offering Vanilla readers a free cut and blow-dry with any colour treatment, a great

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“Getting the right information to make sure our money worked well for our daughter and stayed in the family was easy, especially with our solicitor’s free fact finding meeting”

Keeping hard-earned money in the family with flexible trusts OUR PROBLEM: We were thinking about the future and how to make sure our children are financially protected now and after we’re gone.

Our daughter and her husband are starting a family, and we thought we might help them out with some money to move to a bigger house. Then my wife, Susan, met with a friend whose daughter had just been through a nasty divorce – her husband had been entitled to a share of everything, even the investment our friend had made into her daughter’s home.

While we love our son-in-law and are confident in our daughter’s marriage, the news left us wondering whether giving them money for their home was really the best way of protecting her personally. RICHARD, WOODBRIDGE

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HOW IT WAS SOLVED: Susan and I have always done everything we can to make our children’s lives comfortable. So with the news that we were going to be grandparents, we started thinking about what we could do to help out in this latest phase of our daughter’s life. She lived in a one bedroom flat with her husband, which was going to be a very tight squeeze when the baby came along.

We were all set to give a sum of money to help them move into a house when Susan’s friend told us about her daughter’s financial predicament and how frustrated she was that her hard-earned money had been divided out of the family during the divorce, leaving her daughter less than settled. Talking about Vanilla June/July 2015

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it afterwards, we decided that, perhaps, we needed to rethink.

We prepared our wills with Barker Gotelee about ten years ago – the service was straightforward and efficient and the offices at Martlesham are very easy to get to, so we knew who we could turn to for some friendly advice.

Even better, I knew the initial consultation would be free, so I gave the solicitors a call to explain our concerns. We arranged an informal fact finding meeting with Nicky Sunderland in the private client team for the following week.

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After going through the options, we decided to set up a flexible trust for the benefit of both of our children. This would effectively remove the money from our estate after seven years and so would be a smart move for inheritance tax planning purposes too. We could then set up an interest free, long term loan from the trust to our daughter, so that she could buy a bigger family home.

Nicky explained that the loan could be seen as a debt owed to the trust by our daughter, so would be better protected in the event of divorce.

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and who would be beneficiaries, and we went through the terms with them.

Nicky also sent us a letter, summarising everything we had talked about. This was really handy to refer to during our discussions and it reminded us that we needed to prepare an accompanying letter of wishes that would detail our intentions for the trust.

Once we were happy with our plans, we arranged another meeting to go through all of the detail with Nicky. Then we left it with her to prepare the legal document, speaking with her by phone once or twice to amend it here and there.

When the final trust document was ready, we popped in to Barker Gotelee to sign it. They provided witnesses, so we didn’t need to worry about asking

someone to come along with us. We’ve got copies of the document and Nicky has placed the original, together with our letter of wishes, in the Barker Gotelee strong hold for us free of charge, so we know they’re in safe hands.

We both feel so much more at ease with our plans now that we’ve formalised them with Barker Gotelee. We know our money can benefit our children, regardless of their circumstances, and both our children and their partners are comfortable with our plans.

We also took the opportunity to review our wills with Nicky and to name our lasting power of attorneys – especially as we needed to add our new granddaughter into the mix. Now we know we’ve taken care of things for the foreseeable future. ■

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The summer selection from Ipswich Audi

What Car? Best convertible 2015.

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With its striking silhouette and advanced features like Bluetooth and Audi Music Interface, the A3 Cabriolet already one of our Another reason toisraise most popular open-top cars. And because it’s secured the What With its striking silhouette and advanced features like Bluetooth the roof.

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Call us to arrange your test drive.Street, Ipswich IP2 8SG 0844 776 0481 www.ipswich-audi.co.uk Ipswich Audi 2 Bath Part of the Marriott Motor Group

Official fuel consumption figures for the A3 Cabriolet range in mpg (l/100km) from: Urban 31.4 (9.0) – 60.1 (4.7), Extra Urban 47.1 (6.0) – 80.7 (3.5), Combined 39.8 (7.1) – 72.4 (3.9). CO2 emissions: 165 – 104g/km. Standard EU Test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results.

Official fuel consumption figures for the A3 Cabriolet range in mpg (l/100km) from: Urban 31.4 (9.0) – 60.1 (4.7), Extra Urban 47.1 (6.0) – 80.7 (3.5), Combined 39.8 (7.1) – 72.4 (3.9). CO2 emissions: 165 – 104g/km. Standard EU Test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results.

Official fuel consumption figures for the A3 Cabriolet range in mpg (l/100km) from: Urban 31.4 (9.0) – 60.1 (4.7), Extra Urban 47.1 (6.0) –

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h! Goody! We are off to Ipswich Audi again to get behind the wheel of the A3 Cabriolet. A fine day and the first move is to get the top down.

Simple electronic control and 17 seconds! In fact the roof can be operated at up to 31mph so one does not even need to wait for a convenient set of traffic lights.

This is a vehicle in which to be seen – a stylish car, oozing quality with the top down. I’d better look my best, so a quick check in the vanity mirrors is required and what a nice touch – they are illuminated. A simple, inexpensive convenience – so useful.

The S-line is based on the Sport model but with some great extras, such as some very pretty alloy wheels. The sport model's big wheels give it a high performance feel but if comfort is more your thing it is possible to order the standard suspension

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(at no extra cost) again, a thoughtful touch.

The S-line has nice identifying features – the logo on the doorsills, embossing on the seat upholstery, and various inlays of brushed stainless steel. But the item, which does it for me, is the steering wheel. The lower section is flattened off giving extra space between legs and wheel. And of course being Audi, the wheel is also ‘multi-function’. This includes the ability to change gear using the paddles (in reach of one’s fingers) behind the wheel. Great for the times when driving a sports car like a sports car! With Quattro four-wheel drive and the 1.8 TFSI engine there’s no worries about performance or

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Tested: Audi A3 Cabriolet 1.8 TFSI Quattro S-Line Mpg: 41.5mpg (combined) 0-62mph: 7.6 seconds OTR price: £34,415 Comfort: ★★★ ★ Economy: ★★★ Verdict: What Car ‘Car of The Year’ 2014, says it all traction in the muddy lane. And with the exterior features like the bright LED day running lamps, exhaust trims and spoilers, the car looks as good as it actually is.

But my all-time favourite feature in the A3 line-up is the electro-mechanical parking brake. Rather than an old fashioned lever, the parking brake is a pull-switch in the centre consul. The car senses the incline, which gear it is in, engine speed and so on, so when its time to drive away, that’s all you do! The car will stop itself from rolling downhill and release the brake at the opportune moment.

No more bumper bumps for Cousin Hermione! ■

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An enchanting retreat for the senses, Weavers’ House Spa offers a choice of 14 different facials, seven body treatments, six massages plus manicures and bespoke day packages, to relax and revive. Package names play with the Swan theme; Swanning around, Swan in and out, Swansong for two.

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rooms; two relaxation suites; manicure/pedicure area; aromatic steam room, hot stone sauna and an outdoor vitality pool.

Inspired by the Mediterranean, the favoured Temple Spa products harness exceptional ingredients such as black truffle, champagne, diamonds and gold.

Treatments carry inspiring names such as Windows of the Soul and Mediterranean Marinade for facial therapies and the Outer Glow and Sol Survivor for body scrubs, wraps and infusions.

The signature two-hour Weavers’ House Hug treatment is a truly ‘out of this world’ face, scalp, hands, feet and body

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You are treated to Temple Spa’s unique Repose facial; weary bodies will be drizzled with warm oil, then relaxed with a deep tissue massage and nurturing body rocking and tapping that will take you to a place of complete peacefulness. Hot stones and stretching complete this exceptional vacation for the senses leaving your soul embraced with a huge Temple Spa hug!

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T’S BEEN FAR TOO LONG since I treated myself to a facial, so was thrilled when Mia Carmen invited me along to try the ESPA Age Defying Facial, I was looking forward to relaxing and being pampered, I certainly wasn’t disappointed.

It was a chilly, wet Wednesday morning, Hannah my therapist greeted me and led me through to the treatment room, which was dimly lit with candles and smelt enchanting, the couch was heated – I instantly felt chilled and warm and couldn’t wait for the experience to begin.

The facial began with a detailed skin analysis using the ESPA Skin Vision lamp. Hannah asked me what I wanted to achieve with this facial and talked me through each stage of the treatment. We decided to pay a lot of attention to the eye area, starting with the Bio-active Eye Cleanser, later followed by the Lift and Firm Intensive Serum (which is powerful and effective and enhances the active results of the eye moisturiser). To complete the eye treatment the Lift and Firm Eye Moisturiser was applied, this hydrating essential helps smooth and re-contour the delicate eye area and helps to provide an instant lift.

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To begin with double cleansing techniques were applied combining gentle exfoliation and an acupressure facial massage, which was amazing. More deep cleansing continued and an intensive face mask pasted on. While the face mask was taking effect, Hannah gave me a relaxing and therapeutic oriental head massage using Pink Hair and Scalp mud this also included the shoulder and neck area.This was incredible – I honestly would have been happy to stay there all day and was sad when it came to an end. A specific moisturising and skin protection was then

applied especially to suit my skin’s needs.

Hannah gave me a list of all the products she used and recommended. A few were purchased!

The result was very good, not only did I feel relaxed, my skin glowed, felt hydrated, soft and fresh – everything I hoped for. The effect lasted a good few days and I did receive some lovely compliments! Hannah was an excellent therapist, I shall definitely be back and will not leave it so long.

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Whether you are fed-up with breakouts, want to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or simply want your skin to look healthier, this multi-benefit treatment is just brilliant for all ages. Combining Glo Therapeutics’ hard-working products with microdermabrasion and a superficial peel, your skin is given the full works. The Flower Enzyme peel is milder and perfect for peel ‘beginners’ while the Enzyme will transform oily and mature skins. True beauty devotees can opt for a lactic acid peel for maximum results.

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➋ THE CLINIC

Hunter House at Martlesham, next to BT’s Adastral Park, has got the perfect set-up. Free parking right outside – discreet but easy-to-get-to premises. The clinic specialises in aesthetic procedures, skin rejuvenation and protection along with regular beauty treatments.

➌ THE TREATMENT

The process begins with a thorough cleanse with the most heavenly-scented Glo Therapeutics cleanser. Once clean the microdermabrasion begins. Essentially, the skin is being exfoliated to remove the

dead cells that leave it looking lacklustre. This is done with mechanical exfoliation via a pulsating hand-held device which is taken over the forehead and down over the nose, cheeks, neck and décolletage.

It isn’t at all painful, more mildly uncomfortable but it only lasts about 10-15 minutes in total.

Clean, smooth skin creates the perfect surface for the peel and the therapist will tailor this to your skin type and desired results.

Whichever peel you opt for you will experience a mild ‘tingling’ sensation. It doesn’t last long; we’re literally talking 5 minutes.

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hydrating serum) and every client is more than welcome to stay for a complimentary make-up application with Glo Mineral face powder.

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by Hunter House are proven to do what they claim to do, unlike many beauty products that go little further than a pamper.

But, if it’s an indulgent pamper you’re after it ticks that box too, as you get to enjoy a massage while the products get to work, bliss!

Ultimate facial with microdermabrasion £75 (1 hour) www.hunterhouseclinic.com Call 01473 623 181 to book.

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WHAT CAN I DO TO HELP THE DARK CIRCLES UNDER MY EYES? Simply put, periorbital dark circles are a result of the thin layer of skin below your eyes showing the blood vessels and the blood they contain.

Usually you can help improve the appearance by making sure that you get your full eight hours sleep a night and make sure that you drink two litres of water every day, as dark circles are made worse by dehydration and a build up of toxins. You might also want to try using an eye product that contains caffeine, as it can act as a ‘pick me up’ for the eye area and help to reduce puffiness. Also worth a mention are products that contain skin plumping vitamins C and K. Salon treatments which target the eye area may also help as massaging the area can help to reduce puffiness and eliminate toxins.

IF I USE MAKEUP WITH SUNSCREEN IN IT, DO I STILL NEED TO APPLY SUNSCREEN SEPARATELY? That all depends on the SPF of the sunscreen in your makeup you are using. If your make up contains an SPF 15 or higher, then it should generally be ok as long as you apply it evenly. If your makeup contains an SPF lower than 15 you will need to apply a sunscreen underneath your

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make up. It is recommended that we all use a sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher everyday even in the winter months to prevent the skin from UVA and UVB damage and accelerated skin ageing. It is also worth remembering that SPF is not accumulative, so if your foundation contains SPF 10 and your powder contains SPF 8 the maximum protect you are receiving is SPF 10. Also, sun exposure degrades sunscreen properties, which means that you will need to reapply every few hours. We recommend using a mineral powder, or mineral veil, as it contains a natural SPF 15 and can be easily dusted on top of your make up without making it look too heavy.

WHAT CAN I DO TO REDUCE ACNE SCARRING? The way you treat your acne scarring will depend on your skin colouring. If you have fair skin you will usually end up with red marks and if you have a darker skin then you may find that your scarring is darker than you natural skin tone. So, for paler skin tones, go for an exfoliating treatment which contains salicylic or glycolic acid which will help to reduce the redness of your scars. If you have a darker skin tone then you might want to consider using a cream which has a lightening ingredient to help even out your skin tone.

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We all know that we need to protect our skin against the damaging effects of UVA rays proven to cause premature signs of ageing, but often it just doesn’t occur to us to wear sunscreen on our faces unless we’re out in hot sun.

This weightless fluid, with 100% mineral filters, provides SPF 50 protection, whilst the formulation enhances skin’s natural tone and boosts overall radiance.

SkinCeuticals sunscreens are formulated to provide true broad spectrum UVA/ UVB protection to the skin.

Their advanced line of sun protection features Z-Cote®, transparent zinc oxide, so the products are light and nongeasy – not what you’d expect of a high factor sunscreen.

It also gives an extra bonus of a more luminous looking complexion. Highly recommended for all skin types, not just sun-sensitive ones.

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Surprisingly mono prints are big at the moment. Zoffany’s Cochin Indigo is a classic ‘tree of life’ motif and would sit beautifully in an oak panelled room as curtains or provide a bold statement as upholstery or cushion fabric. Another mono print that is brighter and fresher, takes its inspiration from the classic Sanderson Home print Candytuft.. Sanderson have re coloured and updated the design. Linwood also gives us another offering of indigo and white with the Whitewood Collection.This collection has a number of different scales of pattern to work with which is invaluable. Of course it wouldn’t be summer without checks. Romo shows us how checks are done with the Melbury Collection full of coordinating stripes and ginghams!

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We also recommend Little Greene Basalt or Hick’s Blue, if Thai sapphire is too strong. Crisp white walls are a perfect foil to all the fabrics shown.

There are several ‘whites’ to suggest, from Slaked Lime 105 to Shirting 129.

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Find a colour to inspire your design If you don’t have a specific era of furnishings that you love, consider getting inspired by your favourite colour of appliance, sofa, lamp or even wall artwork. You will be surprised how an entire room can draw inspiration from standalone colour.

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The Artisan Butcher, aka Jamie Willows, discovered his passion for butchery at the tender age of 13. Learning his trade in High Street butchers he developed a passion for the subject but harboured an interest for reviving more traditional techniques.

Further moves in Jamie’s career, including working as Head Butcher at Jimmy’s Farm, fuelled his passion for working with native, rare and traditional breeds and inspired him to develop the artisan skills of curing, smoking and charcuterie.

Jamie has now got his own butchery – Rose House Butchery – in Rose Lane, just off St Peters Street.

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Century stable block, the setting provides a fantastic backdrop for a butcher specialising in traditional breeds and by-gone techniques.

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The Unruly Pig PRICE GUIDE Starters from £6.25 Mains from £13.50 Orford Road, Bromeswell, Nr Woodbridge IP12 2PU Tel: : 01394 460310 OPENING HOURS Lunch: Served Tuesday to Saturday 12pm-3pm Dinner: Served Tuesday to Saturday 6pm-9pm Sunday lunch: 12-3pm Closed Sunday evening and all day Mondays www.theunrulypig.co.uk

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HE VERY FIRST thing to say about The Unruly Pig – undoubtedly one of Suffolk’s most sought-after new foodie haunts – is the Bad Piggy is absolutely amazing. The Bad Piggy is their most fabulous Rhubarb Negroni – a delight of homemade rhubarb cordial and naughty spirits and a must-have kickstarter for almost everyone arriving at this beautiful old pub on the road between Snape and Woodbridge.

Nothing could be better, sitting out on the beautiful decking in the Suffolk sunshine, sipping on this or one of the other wonderful non-alcoholic pre-dinner drinks crafted by the clever people at the Pig. The passion fruit spritzer was alcohol-free and just delicious. A lot of thought has gone into a cocktail and pre-dinner drinks menu which makes dining here everso special.

The Unruly Pig languishes under the triumphant ownership of Suffolk’s most effervescent host, Brendan, dubbed ‘super foodie’ by the Sunday Times and a whirlwind of fun and friendliness to all his guests. The walls are decorated with his eclectic and intriguing art collection – including a stunning Sixties reportage photo

of John Lennon on stage. Brendan darts between tables with advice and angles on his carefully collected menu of the freshest food in season and his conviviality is contagious – everyone seems to be having the time of their life at the Pig. The food is superb. This is pub fare on a whole other level. Small plates of asparagus spring rolls with hollandaise, garlic and chilli tiger prawns, chicken and chorizo croquettes with garlic aioli, rare beef and bone marrow crostini will tempt everyone into the menu. The pulled pork ravioli starter came with a perfect pea veloute and the charred tuna carpaccio was perfectly matched with cucumber, sea lettuce and piquant capers. The Pig’s trade mark is the Inka Grill – charcoal roasting at 400+ degrees for an amazing flavour and tenderness. The rib eye steak - with garlic and thyme roasted potatoes, shallot puree and watercress – was divinely soft and gorgeously seasoned. The revelation however was the pork T-bone steak which was juicy, flavoursome and succulent – really worth trying. Served with a huge portion of creamy macaroni cheese, seasoned with mustard and a delicious crumb topping, this was a Vanilla June/July 2015

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EGETARIANS AREN’T overlooked at the Pig – there’s a separate vegetarian menu – and as the earth’s offerings change with the seasons, the very best local produce is reinvented by the head chef. Fish favourites include fillet of hake with mussel beurre blanc and samphire or whole sea bream with jersery royals, pickled cockles and capers – again seared to perfection on the Inka Grill.

The puddings are gorgeous.

The pistachio and olive oil cake with lemon verbena sorbet was just stunning – a little tempest of flavours, light as feather sponge and zippy citrus ice. The chocolate expresso custard with meringue, chocolate sauce and tuille was a chocoholic soother.

Other choices include seasonallyfresh rhubarb mousse with basil jelly, poached rhubarb and white chocolate Grenache or the sweetest-sounding – the Pineapple upside down cake – with caramel pineapple, honeycomb, pineapple and rum curd.

Set on the outskirts of Rendelsham forest and just a short hop from Sutton Hoo and Shingle Street, the Unruly Pig is undoubtedly going to fare very well feeding those on the way back or on the way to a lovely walk in our beautiful countryside. But for its fabulous food and irrepressible friendliness of its team, the Unruly Pig has to be a destination in its own right – not least to try that fantastic Bad Piggy.

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BEACHSIDE TERRACE NOW OPEN FOR SPRING AND SUMMER Join us at the Brudenell Hotel’s Seafood & Grill, East Anglia’s premier seafood destination, for al fresco dining with stunning coastal views, beautifully fresh locally-sourced fish, and a very warm welcome.

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The hotel’s Brasserie Bleu is unpretentious and unassuming while the food, fabulously and meticulously curated by the talented head chef Ben Hegarty, is just breath-takingly good.

Looking out to the stormy clouds over the North Sea, getting happy with an aperitif of a wonderful Adnams Copper House Cooler (a beautiful cocktail of gin, elderflower, lemon and mint) or the Longshore Breeze (with Adnams award-winning vodka, cranberry and grapefruit) – this is a gem for foodies, hiding in

plain sight on the Suffolk coast.

The appetisers promised this would be a meal to savour and remember – gorgeous warm chunks of chorizo marinated in honey and rolled in sesame seeds, and a thick and unctuous homemade guacamole, spirited with lemon grass and served with crisp coriander crouts.

The presentation of the food is just picture perfect and a great deal of thought has gone into a descriptive menu which is traditional French brasserie fare with lashings of seaside. The seafood platter (as a starter or a main course) was piled high with juicy prawns, crispy calamari rings, a generous mound of smoked salmon tartar and a Vanilla June/July 2015

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smooth salty smoked trout pâté.

In the shadow of the fishermens hut and their signs for ‘Fresh boiled crab and lobster’ this felt as fresh as the ocean breeze on the beach. Another starter specialty is their homemade salt beef, thick and flavoursome and balanced with the tiniest fragile crispy onion rings and a gorgeous creamy parmesan-infused horseradish. Also on the entrée menu, grilled sardines with a rainbow tomato salad and basil gremolata.

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of pomme anna was really satisfying and the coq au vin looked too good to eat, nestling on a bed of beautiful greens on the smoothest pomme purée and laced with an unforgettable sauce and tiny chunks of bacon and mushroom. Also on the list, the essential moules marinière and a beef bourguignon with roasted carrots. The brasserie classics are complimented by the British holiday favourites of fresh fish and chips, the catch of the day, homemade burger and the omnipresent rib eye steak, served here with café de Paris butter, fries, cherry tomatoes and a dressed salad.

The desserts were every bit as artistic as every other dish

we tried – stunning plum and almond frangipane tart came with a spiced plum sauce and vanilla crème fraiche, and a sumptuous citrus and polenta cake was matched by a sweet lime curd and beautiful little rose buds of zesty mini meringues, gorgeous enough to distract from the totally tempting chocolate dipping platter to share – an assortment of homemade treats around a 70% Valrhona Noir sauce.

The White Lion’s Brasserie Bleu is really worth a trip to the seaside – rain or shine – and a bracing stride along the front is definitely on the cards after such an impressive meal of beautifully presented food.

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A classic but easy-tofollow lamb recipe from Damien Lery, head chef at The Orwell Hotel

Spring rump of lamb roasted with chargrilled asparagus and Lyonnaise potatoes SERVES 4

4 Rump English lamb (500-550 g) 500g new potatoes 1 large spanish onion, thinly sliced 250 of garden peas, frozen 2 bunches of English asparagus 4 cloves of garlic Olive oil Butter Salt and pepper Thyme, mint, parsley

1 Cook the peas, drain them and blend with soft butter to make a smooth puree. Sieve and season.

2 Cook the new potatoes in salted water, until just turning soft, drain and cool.

3 Fry the onion in a little oil.

Once it starts colouring, sprinkle over a teaspoon of sugar, some seasoning and one or two sprigs of thyme. When caramelised leave to cool.

4 Slice the potatoes thickly and

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Yes Chef! pan fried them in oil until lightly coloured. Season, then add the onions and chopped parsley.

Keep warm.

5 Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Drop in the asparagus for 4 minutes, then transfer straight into iced water to cool down. They should stay bright green. Drain and drizzle with some olive oil. Chargrill on hot grill pan until marked. Keep warm.

6 Heat some oil in a large frying pan. Season the lamb and fry fat side down for two minutes until crispy, then turn and cook for another two minutes. Add cloves of garlic and thyme or rosemary

and transfer to the oven at 185˚C for 12 minutes. Take out and rest for 5 minutes.

7 Assemble the plate. Put the warm pea puree on the bottom of the plate like a drag, add the potatoes on the top of the puree, and the sliced lamb on the top of the potatoes. Decorate with the asparagus.

7 Drain some fat off the lamb pan jus, heat up and add a dash of white wine or water and some freshly chopped mint… Et voilà!

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I P S W I C H A R T S F E S T I VA L 1 9 J U N E - 2 1 J U LY 2 0 1 5

DON’T MISS A MINUTE! It’s summer and Ipswich has something on offer for everyone.

The jewel in the crown is the Ip-art festival – a celebration of music, dance, film, theatre and comedy.

W E JUST LOVE THE annual Ip-art festival and yet again the organisers have put together some great events. Sure to draw huge audiences are the Indian Mela and Global Rhythms and popular, madcap comedy team The Pantaloons are offering twice as much mirth this year, with performances of Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice in Holywells and Christchurch parks. More theatre comes with Shakespeare in Suffolk, set in Christchurch Mansion – the Bard’s touring company arrive in Suffolk in the year 1596. Plague, spies and playwrights abound!

For the first time, a skateboarding competition will enable youngsters to show off their talents, while guided walks and a circus workshop add to the fun.

For classical music fans, the Ipswich Orchestral Society

will be performing in the Corn Exchange and there is a classical concert picnic in the park. An open-air film day at ITFC, the Ipswich Jazz Festival, street markets and bags of performance and visual arts treats are also included, so make sure you don’t miss a minute.

Ip-art is organised by Ipswich Borough Council and its partners

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and runs from Friday 20th June to Sunday 21st July. It is a festival for the people – the biggest cultural event in Suffolk – and there is plenty booked up between the four weekends to Clare Teal make it more special than ever.

Ipswich Music Day, on 5th July, is one of the largest free one-day music events in the UK. The event will feature a selection of the brightest talents to be found in East Anglia and will span almost every type of music. The music will be performed across 7 & 8 JUNE six stages and other performance IPSWICH JAZZ FESTIVAL 2015 areas – as well as classical With a mix of live music performances in the Mansion performances, films, art and and nearby St Margaret’s Church workshops, the ten day festival and Bethesda Church. has something for everyone who enjoys jazz or who wants to begin There will also be plenty of enjoying this great music. Many other entertainment there on the events are free and there are also day; fairground rides, children’s live gigs by some of the top names activities, stalls and a variety in British jazz. of food will be on offer. It’s the Events include, the outstanding perfect setting for an enjoyable, Clare Teal and her trio led by exciting day out and around fifty Jason Rebello, stylish Brazilian thousand fans are expected to jazz singer Noemi Nuti with flock to the park from noon to Quentin Collins and Andrew 8pm to see old friends perform McCormack, workshops for jazz instrumentalists, singers and and find some new favourites.

Comedy, Dance, Film, History, Literature, Music, Open Air, and Performance or Visual Art – they’ve got it covered!

Go to www.ip-art.com for full listings and try something new!

drummers, art exhibition and photography exhibitions, jazzthemed films and numerous gigs by local jazz bands.

More details to be found at www.ipswichjazzfestival.org.uk

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Ipswich Music Day

Ip-art 2015 invites you to an evening of fun and varied programme of music from Handel and Bach to Coldplay and Lady Gaga. The music will be provided by Heart of England Strings and special guest Lucy Kay, from Britain’s Got Talent.

The Ipswich Picnic in the Park Concert takes place on Friday 3rd July at 7.30pm in Christchurch Park.

Entrance for the concert is via the Soane Street (Christchurch Mansion) gates or from Fonnereau Road. Bring your own folding chairs or cushions.

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Get out! ainment in June & July WEDNESDAY 1 JULY

HIGHLIGHTS 20 JUNE - 13 JULY Four weekends of fun and a lot in between! You need not step outside Ipswich to find something to fascinate, delight, intrigue and stimulate you.

Here are just a small selection of the events. Go to www.ip-art.com and see what else is on offer.

14-21 JUNE

Shakespeare in Suffolk Its 1596 and Shakespeare's Company, The Chamberlains Men, are on Tour. For Will it’s been a rough year – evicted from their theatre in London his actors are squabbling, his wife's on his case, his son is ill, and plague threatens all their livelihoods – added to which they are suspected of harbouring Spies... or Catholics... or worst of all... Playwrights! Suffolk beckons – a place for new material, new beginnings and settling old scores.

Christchurch Mansion 7.45pm or 6pm. Check website for daily timings

19 JUNE

Clare Teal and her Trio Clare Teal performs jazz standards, including music by her heroes, Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day and Peggy Lee as well as more contemporary covers

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and original material.

Beautiful melodies, fabulous arrangements all interspersed with Clare's warm and witty story telling. A night of wonderful music to open the Ipswich Jazz Festival.

7.45pm, New Wolsey Theatre. Tickets £10.

20 JUNE

The Edgeriders Grind Action based competition in Stoke Skate Park as part of the Ipswich Arts Festival opening weekend.

A competition based around Skateboarding, BMXing and Scootering.

Entrants will then place 1st 2nd or 3rd within their own sport and prizes will be awarded according to where they place within the contest.

Entry to the competition and attendance on the day are both completely free!

10am Stoke Skate Park Register at www.ip-art.com

Pride & Prejudice It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen's witty and romantic masterpiece is one of the best-loved stories of all time. Join the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company for this beautifully hilarious and delightfully innovative new opem-air adaptation.

7.30 Christchurch Mansion

FRIDAY 3 JULY

Picnic in the Park Concert featuring the Heart of England Strings and Special Guest Soprano Lucy Kay. A fun and varied programme of music from Handel and Bach to Coldplay and Lady Gaga.

Traditional favourites mixed with a classical take on chart topping songs with a grand finale firework display set to music!

7.30-10pm

SUNDAY 5 JULY

Ipswich Music Day

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New Wolsey Theatre 30 MAY - 6 JUNE

PULSE festival An exciting 10-day festival offering a snapshot of innovative theatrical thinking. Here are some highlights: THURSDAY28 MAY Bromance

Wittily celebrates all things blokey through a series of heroic, risk-taking physical feats.

7pm, New Wolsey Theatre.

FRIDAY 30 MAY Suitcase Day

The Suitcase Prize is aimed at encouraging theatre makers to think in an economically sustainable way. Performances will be presented that must be brand new and able to travel on public transport in luggage carried by those taking part. At the end of the day £1000 will be awarded to one of these bold and adventurous ideas.

One of the largest free one-day music events in the UK. The event will feature a selection of the brightest talents to be found in Suffolk and East Anglia and will span almost every type of music. The music will be performed across five stages throughout the day.

SATURDAY 30 MAY

Christchurch Park 12-8pm, FREE

6.30pm, New Wolsey Theatre

This is How We Die

A motor-mouthed collage of spoken word and storytelling.

8pm, New Wolsey Theatre

TUESDAY 2 JUNE War is Boring/War is Fun

A play with songs about a war in a far-away country.

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Stand

Real life stories of courage and conscience from ordinary people who stood up for something, or someone, they believed in.

8pm, New Wolsey Theatre

WEDNESDAY 3 JUNE Fat Man

A sharp new take on a classic Greek myth Orpheus is doing stand-up for the gods.

8pm, New Wolsey Theatre

THURSDAY 4 JUNE A Journey Round My Skull

A beguiling and beautiful love story put under the surgeon’s knife 8pm, New Wolsey Theatre

FRIDAY 5 JUNE Hardy Animal

A tender solo show that looks at chronic pain and human resilience 2pm, New Wolsey Theatre Hiraeth

One woman's struggle to escape and let go.

8.30pm, New Wolsey Theatre

SATURDAY 6 JUNE I, Malvolio

Tim Crouch re-imagines Twelfth Night in a brilliant one-man show that unlocks Shakespeare’s play and tells a timeless story of bullying, prudery and practical jokes. .

7pm, New Wolsey Theatre For more information and for full festival listingsVisit pulseipswich.co.uk or call 01473 295900 to book.

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27 & 28 MAY

Suffolk Show Red Rose Chain 22 JULY-30 AUGUST

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Red Rose Chain’s beloved annual summer spectacular is back!

This summer get ready for romance, donkey’s ears and pure hilarity all wrapped up in their unmistakable style for the ultimate dream at Jimmy’s Farm. Last year Red Rose Chain welcomed more audience members than ever before – over 10,000 people experienced Theatre in the Forest within the farm’s beautiful woodland clearing, and this year they are transforming it into fairy land for Shakespeare’s favourite comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Joanna Carrick’s production is perfect entertainment for all the family, whether you’re a curious first-timer or seasoned fan, don’t miss out on the region’s largest outdoor theatre event that holds audiences “Breathless”(Libby Purves).

Tickets available now at theatreintheforest.com or by calling their friendly Box Office on 01473 603388. Pre-theatre dinner available from Jimmy’s Farm, advance booking essential.

Set the alarm and beat the traffic – gates open 7.30am!

14s and under go free!

15-18 year olds £5 in advance.

SATURDAY 13 JUNE

Lavenham Summer Market Lavenham Village Hall.

10am - 4pm Entry free.

Spend the day enjoying the surroundings and being inspired by the very best of our region’s crafters. Enjoy a light lunch, a slice of cake and a cup of coffee in our gorgeous Pop Up Tearoom.

For more info email justine@ suffolkmarketevents.co.uk.

SUNDAY 21 JUNE

Woodbridge Regatta

People of all ages will once again gather beside the River Deben for yacht racing, dinghy races, rowing and tender racing as well as the single oar sculling race and the hotly contested raft race.

Activities start at 12 noon, including free boat trips up and down the river. , and finish at 5:15pm with Songs of Praise at the Bandstand.

The regatta is a free event.

Free car parking at SCDC car park at Melton Hill.

SUNDAY 21 JUNE

St Peter’s Street Market Now in its sixth year the St Peters Street Summer Market once again celebrates a diverse range of art and design, vintage and craft when it plays host to 30+ stalls. St Peters Street, situated between the Town Centre and the Waterfront is one of Ipswich's prettiest and historic thoroughfares.

It is home to many great independent shops and eateries, many of which will be open on the day.

10am-4pm SUNDAY 26 JULY

Suffolk Dog Day This event is a fun, family day out to celebrate our canine friends and raise funds for the Suffolk Foundation. Packed full of attractions for dogs and their owners alike, it has been described as ‘one of Suffolk’s biggest days out’.

Adult £10/Child £5/ Family £25 Ticket price includes entry to Helmingham Gardens

SUNDAY 26TH JULY

The Snape Maltings Vintage & Makers Market The market will bring together 50 vintage traders and craftspeople from Suffolk and the region, selling a wide range of items, including vintage furniture and fashion, homewares and ceramics, upcycled pieces, artworks and fabrics. 10am to 4pm.

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Get out!

FESTIVALS 5 & 6 JUNE

Red Rooster Festival Embracing the sounds and lifestyle of the American Deep South, Red Rooster aims to become the event for fans of Rhythm and Blues, Americana, Soul, Roots and Country music.

Euston Hall, Thetford Weekend tickets £50 www.redrooster.org.uk

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SATURDAY 25 JULY

Jerwood DanceHouse

Injecting the traditional format of the musical with the excitement of physical theatre, Paperwork! The Physical Musical takes a look at the concept of ‘work’, and what it means to us.

Dashing young Timothy King has just inherited his father’s company, and arrives at its head office with the intention of finding out about the business that has taken up so much of his father’s life.

On a whirlwind journey of mistaken identity, Timothy is whisked through the different departments meeting a range of colourful characters and witnessing the daily dramas and dilemmas of the company’s workforce.

FRIDAY 26 JUNE

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Latitude

The 10th Latitude!

Latitude isn't just about music and colourful sheep, but has a full spectrum of art including film, comedy, theatre, cabaret, dance, poetry, literature and art together for a fun-filled, cultural adventure by the sea.

Latitude has an exclusive cultural programme housed across ten separate arts arenas, as well as making use of the woods and lake, the festival will showcase comics, filmmakers, visual artists, poets, authors, actors, directors and dancers.

Henham Park Estate, Beccles. Weekend adult tickets £192.50. www.latitudefestival.com

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Tracing pathways in space, four jugglers and four ballet dancers share a stage for the first time.

4 x 4 is a collaboration between two worlds: ballet and juggling.

Following the international success of Smashed, the sensational Gandini Juggling is returning to its love affair with pure patterns and mathematics.

Directed by world renowned juggler Sean Gandini, choreographed

by Royal Ballet dancer Ludovic Ondiviela, with original composition

by Nimrod Borenstein and performed live by exceptional young chamber ensemble Camerata Alma Viva.

“Inventive and very funny” ★★★★ The Independent 7.30pm £12

Paperwork! The Physical Musical

4pm & 7.30pm £10 Age suitability 7yrs+

To book tickets go to danceeast.co.uk or call 01473 295230

FARMERS MARKETS

Snape Farmers’ Market The first Saturday of every month Snape hosts an array of local farmers and producers.

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.

Harkstead Market Every third Saturday in the month 9am - Noon.

Harkstead Village Hall.

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Jill Barrett Barretts of Woodbridge

My East Coast Life photograph taken in the bed department on the store’s opening day in 1969.

Did you ever imagine you would end up running the business?

Not at all. Back in the late 80s my sister Jane was due to follow on from my mum and dad, but she met a man and ended up leaving for Brazil! So when my uncle Ray contacted me about seven years ago it was quite a shock. I'm grateful to Ray for wanting the store to stay independent and within the family.

What has been the biggest challenge?

Jill Barrett took over the management of Barretts of Woodbridge in 2009 from her aunt and uncle. She lives in Woodbridge with her daughters Vicky and Annie and fiancé Michael, who joined Barretts as Store Manager in 2010.

Did you grow up in Woodbridge?

Yes, although I was born in Norfolk we moved into the flat above the shop when we first opened in 1969.

I was only two when we moved to Woodbridge so it’s really my home town.

What are your earliest memories of Barretts?

Playing in the shop with my sister Jane, rolling down the carpet stands and hiding behind sofas! I can remember having a

I felt we needed to take the store in a new direction, making it more contemporary and fresh, whilst maintaining our charm and excellent customer service levels. We’ve put a new window into the main showroom, updated the website and launched an online shop, and we are in the process of refurbishing the bed department.

We are always looking for new and exciting ranges, like the Edison light bulbs which are proving hugely popular. Michael and I attend lots of trade shows, seeking out the next big trend and making sure we keep Barretts a ‘mustsee’ destination for visitors to Woodbridge.

It’s not been easy, especially through the recession and the growth of out-of-town developments and, of course, the internet. We’ve come far and

Jill Barrett, aged 2, Barretts grand opening on 30th May 1969

we are still on this journey, but it’s heartening when we hear customers saying how much the shop has changed, and how beautiful it looks.

How have you seen Woodbridge change over the years?

In the last 20 years, Woodbridge has gone from being a sleepy and quaint market town, to being a vibrant and diverse centre for independent shops, fantastic pubs, restaurants and cafes. Thankfully it hasn’t been spoilt in the process.

It’s still a lovely place to wander around and explore, especially the river front and Tide Mill areas.

What are your favourite hidden gems?

We are regulars in Honey & Honey, an independent coffee house just up the Thoroughfare from us. Fabulous food and coffee, especially their sausage rolls and cheese scones! We enjoy our food, and we’re truly blessed with so many fantastic pubs restaurants in Woodbridge, all an easy walk from home – The Shapla, The Table, The Riverside, The Anchor and The Cherry Tree… the list goes on!

What do you like to do on a rare weekend off?

We love walking and a quick trip up the Peak District usually re-charges the batteries. Daisy, our resident ‘Retail Terrier’ particularly enjoys a good day’s walking. ■

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