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JULY 2011
Saturday, 2 July 2011, 1.00pm-5.30pm
Community Hall, Station Road, Woodbridge
Woodbridge Flower Show
Organised by and for benefit of Woodbridge Horticultural Society
Flower Show with fantastic exhibition of flowers, floral art, fruit, vegetables, art, crafts and photography.
Charges: Exhibitors- Free. Non Exhibitors #1.00. Children- Free
Contact: Mrs J. Olliff Tel. 01394 386431
Saturday 2 July, 2011, 12-3pm
Kyson Primary School, Peterhouse Crescent, Woodbridge. IP12 4HX
Summer Fayre
Organised by and for benefit of
Everyone Welcome! Pony rides, Flash mob demonstration, African drumming workshop, Cake stall, Assault Course, Punch & Judy, Strawberries & Cream, Mega Inflatable Subbuteo Football, BBQ, Train rides, Sand Art Bouncy Castle & much more.
Saturday, 2 July 2011, 1pm-5pm
The Stables, Mill Hill, Burgh, Nr. Grundisburgh. IP13 6PU
Burgh Dog Racing
Organised by Mrs Gillian Gurdon and for benefit of The Treehouse Appeal and Burgh Church.
3 categories of race tracks. Penalty shoot out for two ITFC tickets. Fancy Dress theme Over the Rainbow for 3 tickets to The Palladium to see The Wizard of Oz. Musical Sits. Childrens' races. Tombola, Food. Booze. Tea. Photographer. The event opened by 'Dangerous Dave' the winner of the TV show to find TOTO got the Wizard of O
Charges: #5.00 per car. #2.00 per dog per race. #1.00 Fancy Dress entrant. Theme is Over the Rainbow.
Contact: Gillian Gurdon Tel. 01473 735273
Website: gilliangurdon@dsl.pipex.com
Saturday, 2 July 2011, 12:00-14:30
Elmhurst Park, Woodbridge
Music in the Park
Organised by The Hearing Care Centre and Woodbridge Town Centre Management and for benefit of Age UK Suffolk
This annual event is sponsored by local hearing care specialists, The Hearing Care Centre and this year features the Over 50′s Ipswich Brass Band followed by The Singing Safari Choir. It takes place in the gorgeous setting of the award-winning Elmhurst Park. The Hearing Care Centre will be running a tea and cake stall to raise funds for the charity Age UK Suffolk. Round up your friends and family, make a picnic and come and enjoy the live music. Free parking at Suffolk Coastal District Council Melton Hill car park all day.
Charges: Free
Contact: Matthew Coward Tel. 01473 230330
Website: http://www.hearingcarecentre.co.uk
Saturday, 2 July b2011, 2100-2330
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge IP12 1DZ
Live Music with Mike Solo
Mike Solo....Everything from Frank Sinatra to Lionel Ritchie - a great crooner! Come and be charmed!
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian or Siggi <info@yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk> Tel. 01394 382933
Website: http://www.yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk
Friday, 8 July 2011, 7;30 pm-11:30 pm
Foxburrow Farm, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, Nr. Woodbridge
Ceilidh
Organised by Suffolk Wildlife Trust and for benefit of Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Ceilidh in the farmyard with "Ducking and Diving" band
Charges: Adults #7.50 Children #3.50
Contact: Jenny Kent Tel. 01394 390113
Website: http://Suffolkwildlifetrust.org
Saturday, 9 July 2011, 2100-2330
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge IP12 1DZ
Live music with Rich Young
Rich Young returns after his tour of Scotland. Always popular it is great to have him back again.
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian or Siggi <info@yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk> Tel. 01394 382933
Website: http://www.yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk
Sunday, 10 July 2011, 1200-1500
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge IP12 1DZ
Jazz & lunch
Enjoy traditional Sunday lunch or something from our daily menu nd relax to the fabulous sound of the Barry Kingston Trio. Alternatively come on down for a glass of your favourite tipple & chill.
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian or Siggi <info@yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk> Tel. 01394 382933
Website: http://www.yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk
Saturday, 16 July 2011, 7pm-
New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich
Come and Sing The Gondoliers
Organised by Ipswich Gilbert & Sullivan Society and for benefit of
Everyone is welcome to join in the full 4-part harmony of the chorus - or simply watch and hum along! Narration and principal roles provided by the Society
Charges: Tickets #8.50 to #15 (concessions #2 off)
Contact: Lesley Wittgreffe Tel. 01473 624333
Website: http://www.ipswichgands.org.uk
Saturday, 16 July 2011, 19.00-1.00
Trinity Park Ipswich
Charity Ball for Bowel Cancer
Organised by Zoe & Sara and for benefit of Lynn's Bowel Cancer Campaign - Local Project for young people affected by Bowel Cancer
Charity Ball for Bowel Cancer - Local project through Lynn's Bowel Cancer Campaign
Charges: #60.00 per ticket
Contact: Sara Moore <sara@bowelsrus.org.uk> Tel. 079888 98851
Website: http://www.bowelsrus.org.uk
Saturday, 16 July 2011, 2100-2330
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge IP12 1DZ
Live music with John Ward
Organised by and for benefit of
John Ward - Exceptional talent, great acoustic musician, singer, songwriter and poet. This will be a magic evening.
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian or Siggi <info@yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk> Tel. 01394 382933
Website: http://www.yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk
Friday, 17 July 2011, 7.30pm-10.15pm
Woodbridge Community Hall, Station Rd, Woodbridge, Suffolk. IP12 4AU
Jazz 'n' Swing On A Summers Evening
Organised by Norman Carter, Sue Finn and for benefit of the Jeff Short band
The Jeff Short Band & Singers presents an evening of Jazz and Swing Music - Featruing some fine jazz players and male & female vocalists. Featuring the music of Cole Porter, George Gershwin, etc and the songs of Sinatra, Ella & More! Raffle, Refreshments, Parking.
Charges: #10.00
Contact: Jeff Short Tel. 01473 719 761
Website: http://www.jeffshort.co.uk
Saturday, 23 July 2011, 2100-2330
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge IP12 1DZ
Live Music with Sam & Daisy
Organised by and for benefit of
Sam & Daisy - just great, don't take our word for it...come over and see for yourself
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian or Siggi <info@yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk> Tel. 01394 382933
Website: http://www.yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk
Sunday, 24 July, 12.00-18.00
The Pavilion, Orford
Picnic Jazz at The Pavilion 2011 with Tina May
Organised by Jazz at The Pavilion and for benefit of Orford Primary School and Orford Shrimps Playgroup
Picnic Jazz at The Pavilion 2011 is fortunate to have secured the services of two outstanding groups to entertain on July 24th behind the river wall in the beautiful gardens of The Pavilion in Orford.
Charges: Adults #15 Accompanied children free
Contact: Jacki Maslin <aspenhouse@wellassociates.co.uk> Tel. 01394 450799
Website: http://tinyurl.com/3mnzveb
Saturday, 30 July 2011, 2000-2330
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge IP12 1DZ
An afternoon of strictly adult entertainment, comedy & Music
Organised by and for benefit of
Following her fantastic debut here in February, AJ retrurns with her phenominal comedy and music act. A great impersonater, marvel at the rapid costume changes. Adult content but in good taste, a fun evening is guarenteed.
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian or Siggi <info@yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk> Tel. 01394 382933
Website: http://www.yeoldebellandsteelyard.co.uk
AUGUST 2011
16 and 17 August 2011, 10.00am-3.30pm
Framlingham College, Framlingham IP13 9EY
Football Coaching with Kevin Horlock
Organised by and for benefit of
Open to Boys & Girls of all abilities aged 6-13. Learn new techniques while having fun. Kevin Horlock is a former Ipswich Town player and Northern Ireland International
Charges: #22.50 1-day and #40.00 for 2-days
Contact: Events Office <events@framcollege.co.uk> Tel. 01728 727231
Website: http://www.framcollege.co.uk/enterprises/holiday-activities/football-academy.php
22 and 23 August 2011, 9.30am-3.30pm
Framlingham College, Framlingham IP13 9EY
Rugby Coaching for Boys 8-14
Organised by and for benefit of
Rugby coaching for boys 8-14 with EPDG Academy Coach Northampton Saints RFC. All abilities welcome.
Charges: #50.00 for the 2-day course includes lunch.
Contact: Events Office <events@framcollege.co.uk> Tel. 01728 727231
Website: http://www.framcollege.co.uk/enterprises/holiday-activities/sports-academies.php
22 and 23 August 2011, 9.30am-3.30pm
Framlingham College, Framlingham IP13 9EY
Netball Coaching
Organised by and for benefit of
Holiday Academy coaching for girls aged 8-14 with Level 2 All England Netball Coach Danielle Titmuss. All abilities welcome. Lunch provided.
Charges: 2-day course costs #50.00
Contact: Events Office <events@framcollege.co.uk> Tel. 01728 727231
Website: http://www.framcollege.co.uk/enterprises/holiday-activities/sports-academies.php
25 and 26 August 2011, 9.30am-3.30pm
Framlingham College, Framlingham IP13 9EY
Hockey Coaching for Boys & Girls 8-14
Organised by and for benefit of
Come along and learn some new techniques with Jerry Herod, Level 2 Hockey Association Coach and former Bury St Edmunds Hockey Club 1st team player. All abilities welcome.
Charges: #50.00 for 2-day course includes lunch
Contact: Events Office <events@framcollege.co.uk> Tel. 01728 727231
Website: http://www.framcollege.co.uk/enterprises/holiday-activities/sports-academies.php
SEPTEMBER 2011
Thursday, 8 September 2011, 7.30 pm-approx 9.30 pm
Community Hall, Station Road, Woodbridge.
A Passion for Plants
Organised by and for benefit of Woodbridge Horticultural Society
A talk by Ann Etheridge with Plants for Sale. Everyone Welcome
Charges: Free to Members. Visitors/Guests #2
Contact: Mrs J. Olliff Tel. 01394 386431
Saturday, 10 September 2011, 7.30-9.30
St Mary's Church, Woodbridge
An Evening Recital in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support
Organised by Christopher Slatter and for benefit of
An evening recital of chamber music performed by the Scintillo String Quartet and 'cellist Louise Davis. Programme to include Hadyn's String Quartet in B-flat major Opus 76 No. 4,'Sunrise,' and the Schubert Quintet in C major. All profits to go to Macmillan Cancer Support Registered Charity No.261017.
Charges: Tickets #8, #6 concessions
Contact: <chris@scintilloquartet.co.uk> Tel. 07786 228388
Website: http://www.scintilloquartet.co.uk
11 September, 2011, 9am-4pm
The Brook Hotel - Bowthorpe - Norwich - NR5 9JB
Norwich Antiques & Collectors Fair
Organised by BB Fairs
With up to 50 tables this Fair boasts a superb selection of hand picked first class Dealers offering "Antiques & Collectables" to suit the most fastidious collector . . . . Whatever your taste, you are sure to find something to tempt you. Whether you are a `dealer`, a `collector` or just looking to purchase something for your home or for that `special gift`, come along and see what great bargains you will find at this superb, popular Collectors Fair .... Admission #1 (Children under 12 FREE) - 9am until 4pm Carvery Meal Available at the Hotel at #9.95 FOR TWO
Charges: £1
Contact: <bbfairs@aol.com> Tel.
Website: http://www.wix.com/bbfairs/antique-fairs
30 September, 2011, 00:00-23:59
Across the Region
Macmillan Cancer Support World's Biggest Coffee Morning 2011
Organised by Macmillan Cancer Support and for benefit of
Macmillan Cancer Support is once again preparing for the famous annual fundraising event, the Worlds Biggest Coffee Morning. With 2011 marking the charitys 100th anniversary, Macmillan is committed to making this years Worlds Biggest Coffee Morning the biggest one ever. Though the given date for the event is the 30th September 2011, participants are reminded that they can hold their Coffee Morning for the charity on any date of their choosing. Registrations are now open; head online to http://coffee.macmillan.org.uk or call 0845 602 1246 to receive your free fundraising pack.
Charges: None
OCTOBER 2011
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 7.30 pm-approx 9.30 pm
Community Hall, Station Road, Woodbridge
Restoring a Cottage Garden
Organised by and for benefit of Woodbridge Horticultural Society
A talk and slides by Rodney Tibbs
Charges: Free to Members. Visitors/Guests #2 Everyone Welcome
Contact: Mrs J. Olliff Tel. 01394 386431
Tuesday, 25 October 2011, 7.30pm-
Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge
Ruddigore
A comic operetta presented by Ipswich Gilbert & Sullivan Society. Tickets from the Society's Box Office 01473 858108 or via the website
Charges: #12 and limited number of #5 seats
Contact: Lesley Wittgreffe Tel. 01473 624333
Website: http://www.ipswichgands.org.uk
Wednesday, 26 October 2011, 7.30pm-
Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge
Ruddigore
A comic operetta presented by Ipswich Gilbert & Sullivan Society. Tickets from the Society's Box Office 01473 858108 or via the website
Charges: #14.50 with a limited number of #5 seats
Contact: Lesley Wittgreffe Tel. 01473 624333
Website: http://www.ipswichgands.org.uk
Thursday, 27 October 2011, 7.30pm-
Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge
Ruddigore
A comic operetta presented by Ipswich Gilbert & Sullivan Society. Tickets from the Society's Box Office 01473 858108 or via the website
Charges: #14.50 with a limited number of #5 seats
Contact: Lesley Wittgreffe Tel. 01473 624333
Website: http://www.ipswichgands.org.uk
Saturday, 29 October 2011, 2.30pm and 7.30pm-
Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge
Ruddigore
Organised by and for benefit of
A comic operetta presented by Ipswich Gilbert & Sullivan Society. Tickets from the Society's Box Office 01473 858108 or via the website
Charges: #14.50 with a limited number of #5 seats
Contact: Lesley Wittgreffe Tel. 01473 624333
Website: http://www.ipswichgands.org.uk
November 2011
Sunday, 13 November 2011, 10:00-16:00
Woodbridge Community Hall, Station Road, Woodbridge, IP12 4AU
Christmas Fayre/ Shopping Event
Organised by Fiona Farrell and for benefit of Out & About (www.oaa.co.uk)
Christmas Fayre/ Shopping Event
Charges: 50p entry
Contact: Fiona Farrell fiona.k.farrell at btinternet.com; Tel. 07739 848910
Website: http://www.oaa.co.uk/events/christmas-fayre-shopping-event
Saturday, 26 November 2011, 7.30pm-
St Michael and All Angels church, Martlesham Heath, IP5 3PL
Musical Highlights for All Tastes! by Ipswich Gilbert & Sullivan Society
Organised by and for benefit of St Elizabeth Hospice, Ipswich
Enjoy an evening with an accomplished group of soloists and chorus, singing everything from Bach to The Beatles!
Charges: #8.50
DECEMBER 2011
Thursday, 8 December 2011, 7.30 pm-approx 9.30 pm
Community Hall, Station Road, Woodbridge
Tree-mendous trees of Northern California
Organised by and for benefit of Woodbridge Horticultural Society
A talk and slides by Charles Notcutt
Charges: Free to Members. Visitors/Guests #2 Everyone Welcome
Contact: Mrs J. Olliff Tel. 01394 386431
Saturday, 10 December 2011, 7.30pm-
St Peter's church, Stoke Park Drive, Ipswich, IP2 9TH
Musical Highlights for All Tastes! by Ipswich Gilbert & Sullivan Society
Organised by and for benefit of Genesis Orwell Mencap
Enjoy an evening with an accomplished group of soloists and chorus, singing everything from Bach to The Beatles!
Charges: #8.00