Saturday 11 May to Sunday 2 June
The Suffolk Walking Festival 2013
Throughout Suffolk
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Tuesday 21 May to Saturday 25 May
Flatford Tours in Chelsea Flower Show Week
RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden
Inspired by fabulous Chelsea, all this week we will have wildlife-friendly plants for sale, wildlife gardening tours, and the head gardener available for design and gardening advice. For more details and times see: RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden

Thursday 23 May to Monday 27 May
A Festival of Flowers
10.00 - 6.00
St Michael’s Church, Framlingham
A Flower Festival on the theme of Hymns Old and New. Preview Evening on 23rd May 7.00.
Preview Evening £5. Festival free with retiring collections.
Contact: Wendy Phelan 01728 720125
Venue Address: Church Street, Framlingham. Suffolk IP13 9BH

Friday 24 May
Live Band 'Resurrected'
8.30
The Bell Hotel, Clare
For more information see: The Bell Hotel

Friday 24 May
Coastal flowers at North Warren
10am
North Warren
Get away from the crowds in Thorpeness and look at some of the special wildlife found at North Warren in spring. We’ll look at the rare plants on the shingle beach and grassland between Aldeburgh and Thorpeness, plus find a few interesting insects too. The plant life varies through the summer, so why not join us on both walks. Meet in pay and display car park at the Scallop, Thorpe Road, Aldeburgh. RSPB Minsmere

Saturday 25 May
Charity Antiques & Collectables Valuation Day
10am until 1pm
Holiday Inn, Ipswich
For more information see: What's On in Ipswich

Saturday 25 May to Monday 27 May
St Peters Church, Yoxford Flower Festival
10.00am until 5.00pm
St. Peter’s Church, Yoxford
For more information see: Yoxford Flower Festival

Saturday 25 May to Monday 27 May
Insight Massage Open Weekend
9am to 5pm
Red House Yards, Thornham Magna
For more information see: Red House Yards

Saturday 25 May
St Peter's by the Waterfront Spring Craft Fair
10am to 4pm
St Peter’s by the Waterfront, Ipswich
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 25 May
Family Fun Day
The Bell Hotel, Clare
For more information see: The Bell Hotel

Saturday 25 May to Friday 31 May
Nature Bioblitz at Flatford Wildlife Garden
RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden
All week, we will be searching the garden to find and identify as many different species of insects, birds, mammals and other creatures as we can. For more details and times see: RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden

Saturday 25 May
The Society of Strange and Ancient Instruments
7:30pm
St Edmund’s Church, Southwold




For more information see: Southwold Concert Series

Saturday 25 May
Mexican Fiesta
Thornham Coach House Restaurant
For more details see: Thornham Coach House Restaurant

Saturday 25 May
Master Crafts Fair
10am - 2pm
Botesdale Village Hall, near Diss
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 25 May
Baroque Theatre Company Presents - “Kindly Leave the Stage”
7.30pm
The Seagull Theatre, Lowestoft




Baroque Theatre Company presents the hilarious English farce “Kindly Leave the Stage”. In a similar vein to “Noises Off” this light, frothy and highly entertaining ‘play within a play’ shows the petty off-stage jealousies and entanglements between the actors within a repertory theatre company, not to mention their artistic differences!
Tickets: £12.00 (full) £10.00 (concessions) £9.00 (groups 10+)
Contact: Box Office: 01502 589726 or www.theseagull.co.uk
Venue Address: Morton Road, Pakefield, Lowestoft. Suffolk NR33 0JH

Saturday 25 May to Monday 27 May
Kentwell Through the Centuries
11am to 5pm
Kentwell Hall, Long Melford




For more information see: Kentwell Hall

Saturday 25 May to Monday 27 May
The Vintage Market
The Town Hall, Southwold
For more information and opening times see: The Vintage Market Southwold

Saturday 25 May to Sunday 26 May
LeeStock
Melford Hall Park in Long Melford




For more information see: LeeStock Music Festival

Saturday 25 May to Monday 27 May
Beer Festival
The Star Inn, Wenhaston
For more information see: The Star Inn

Sunday 26 May
Heathland Wildlife Walk
9.30am
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Minsmere’s heaths are some of the less well-known parts of the reserve but have everything from adders and silver-studded blue butterflies to tiger beetles and Dartford warblers, red deer and many interesting plants. These walks will look for the characteristic species found off the beaten track. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Sunday 26 May
Wedding Fayre
The Bell Hotel, Clare
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Sunday 26 May
Open Day - Museum of the 95th Bomb Group.
10am-4pm
Red Feather Club - 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association
The award-winning museum houses only uniforms and memorabilia relating to the 95th Bomb Group who were based at Horham during WW2. The Red Feather Club is also the home to the 1285th Military Police Company re-enactors.
Contact 01728 860930, jamesmutton@suffolkonline.net.
Venue Address: The Red Feather Club, Horham. Suffolk IP21 5DG (four miles south-east of Eye off the B1117

Sunday 26 May
The Thomas Paine Hotel Wedding Show
10am - 4pm
The Thomas Paine Hotel, Thetford
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Sunday 26 May
Plant Heritage Spring Plant Fair
Helmingham Hall Gardens




For more details see: Helmingham Hall Gardens

Sunday 26 May
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-5pm
Glemham Hall, Woodbridge
Elizabethan mansion in parkland. Wide lawns bordered by magnificent yews. Walled garden with pond. No dogs, Teas, wheelchair access, Dedicated parking, Toilets.
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free.
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Glemham Hall, Little Glemham, Woodbridge. Suffolk IP13 0BT

Sunday 26 May
Jazz Night - Melodius Thunk
The Fox Inn, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see -- The Fox Inn

Sunday 26 May
Sunday Afternoon Cream Teas
12 noon to 5pm
Brick Kiln Barn, Sibton
For more information see: Brick Kiln Barn

Sunday 26 May
Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra
4.00pm
The Apex, Bury St Edmunds




For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Sunday 26 May
Wedding Fair
Thomas Paine Hotel, Thetford
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Monday 27 May
Suffolk Villages Festival Concert - HANDEL: SUSANNA
6pm
St Mary’s Church, Boxford, nr Sudbury
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Monday 27 May to Saturday 1 June
Carnaby Street
Marina Theatre, Lowestoft




For more information see: Marina Theatre

Monday 27 May
Long Melford Open Gardens
10am - 5.00pm
Long Melford




For more information see: Visit Long Melford

Monday 27 May
Craft & Gift Fayre
10.00am - 3.00pm
Fynn Valley Golf Club, Ipswich
For more information see: Fynn Valley Golf Club

Monday 27 May
Model Engineering Day at Colne Valley Railway
Castle Hedingham, Halstead
For more details see: Colne Valley Railway

Monday 27 May
Sudbury Community Festival
1.30pm until 9pm
Delphi Centre, Sudbury
For more information see: May Bank Holiday Events in Suffolk

Tuesday 28 May
Health Walk
11am
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
A walk with a difference, as fresh air, meeting new friends and beautiful landscapes are the main focus. We will, of course, spot some wildlife too. Arrive on day. No charge. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere

Tuesday 28 May
Pond Dipping
10 am – 4 pm
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Dip your net and see what creatures you can find in the pond. Note: this event will be cancelled if the pond is frozen. Free event. Normal reserve entry fees apply. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Tuesday 28 May to Wednesday 29 May
Time to Celebrate Marquee - Suffolk Show
8am to 5pm
Trinity Park, Ipswich
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Wednesday 29 May
Birds for Beginners
1.30pm
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Many people have started birdwatching at Minsmere. Join us on this beginners’ walk where you will learn how to use binoculars properly and which field guides are best for you. You can then use this information to enjoy watching birds as we show you some of Minsmere’s wildlife. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere

Wednesday 29 May to Thursday 30 May
Bird sculptures with Liz McGowan
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Artist in residence Liz McGowan invites you to come and make bird sculptures from found wood - adults and children welcome, no previous experience necessary, 11 am - 4.30 pm, at the Discovery Centre. The finished birds will be displayed beyond the adventure playground at the Discovery Centre and on Liz's website. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free.

Wednesday 29 May to Thursday 30 May
The Suffolk Show
opens at 7.30am, last admission is at 5.30pm
Trinity Park, Ipswich




For more information see: What's On in Ipswich

Thursday 30 May to Saturday 8 June
Pulse Fringe Festival
The New Wolsey Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Friday 31 May
Signs of Spring
from 10.30am
For more information see: RSPB Minsmere

Friday 31 May
Spring Birds
9.30am
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Birds, birds, and more birds! That’s what we offer you on this walk. Minsmere in the spring is possibly the best place in the country to see and hear the widest variety of birds, and we will aim to show you as many as possible.
For more information see: RSPB Minsmere

Friday 31 May to Saturday 1 June
StowFest
31sth May: 7pm to 11.30pm. 1st June: 12pm to 11.30pm
Chilton Fields, Stowmarket
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Saturday 1 June to Sunday 2 June
Eye Open Gardens with Scarecrow Competition
Eye, near Diss
For more information see: Lindsay House Restaurant

Saturday 1 June
Havergate Island Visit
10am
RSPB Havergate Island
For more information see: RSPB Minsmere

Saturday 1 June
Pride In Lowestoft Day
10:00 to 15:00
Lowestoft Town Centre
This is a chance for all our young people in Lowestoft to show just what they learn in the different uniformed groups in the town. It's a showcase for the Army Cadets, Air Cadets, Sea Cadets, Police Cadets and St John Ambulance Cadets to shine and show just how much they do for our local community. Everyone is welcome to show their support!
FREE!
Contact: pakefieldacf@ymail.com
Venue Address: Britten Centre, Lowestoft. Suffolk NR32 1LJ

Saturday 1 June
Weekend Wildlife Walk
9.30
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Join us for a seasonal weekend walk to look for breeding birds, flowers, insects, migrants and a host of other wildlife highlights that may be present at the time. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Saturday 1 June
Minsmere Wildlife Explorers – Camp night
TBC
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Saturday 1 June
Suffolk Donkey Day
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Lavenham Hall
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 1 June to Sunday 2 June
Harpsichord Study Weekend
9.30am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.30pm.
The Grange Studio Hasketon, nr Woodbridge
For more information see: What's On in Woodbridge

Saturday 1 June
Walsham Le Willows Indoor Market
9.30 - 1300
Village Hall
A friendly indoor market with the village Coffee Shop, Therapy Room with discounted treatments at only £10 for half hour and stalls which include Plants, Cakes, Jewellery, Pottery, NYR Organic, Photography, Sewing & Felting supplies and much more.
Free entry
For more information contact: www.alittlelight.org.uk, yvonne@alittlelight.org.uk or Phone 07969 900960
Venue Address: Walsham Le Willows Village Hall, The Street, Walsham Le Willows, Bury St Edmunds. Suffolk IP31 3AZ

Saturday 1 June to Sunday 2 June
Field to Fork - Snout to Tail
Brick Kiln Barn, Sibton
For more information see: Brick Kiln Barn

Saturday 1 June to Sunday 30 June
Suffolk Open Studios




For more information see: Suffolk Open Studios 2013

Saturday 1 June
Stansfield Village Fete
noon - 4pm
Stansfield Village Hall, nr Sudbury
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 1 June to Sunday 2 June
Queen Bee Rearing Course
Assington Mill, near Sudbury
For more information see: Assington Mill

Sunday 2 June
Snape Maltings Vintage Market
10am to 4pm
Snape Maltings
Get set for the perfect Suffolk Sunday - The Snape Maltings Vintage Market brings some 50 top-level retro and vintage traders to the iconic cultural and lifestyle location near the coast. The wide range of traders, coming from across East Anglia and beyond, will set up their stalls along the front of the historic malt buildings and take over the entire marquee beside the award-winning Homes & Garden Store. The stallholders will be selling everything from classic fashions, vintage furniture and ceramics, to glass and art, alongside collectible kitchenalia and unique homewares.
Free entry
For more information visit www.debenevents.com
Venue Address: Snape Maltings, near Aldeburgh. Suffolk IP17 1SR

Sunday 2 June
East Anglian Dragon Boat Festival 2013
Nicholas Everitt Park, Lowestoft
Crews made up of companies and organisations from across East Anglia are expected to battle it out in 30ft brightly painted Chinese dragon boats over the 200m course, eagerly watched by several hundred spectators.
Each crew is made up of between 8 and 10 paddlers, a beating drummer at the front of the boat and a steering helm (provided by the organisers) at the tail end. All equipment and boats are provided and no experience necessary.
This is a great opportunity to raise funds for St Elizabeth Hospice. A great day out for the whole family with funfair, dance shows, inflatables, catering stands as well as racing every 10 mins.
Free to spectators, charge for teams.
Contact - info@gable-events.co.uk or 01780 470718
Venue Address: Oulton Broad, Lowestoft. Suffolk NR33 9JR

Sunday 2 June
Jazz Night - Verao
The Fox Inn, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see -- The Fox Inn

Sunday 2 June
The Naked Sheep Festival
10-5pm
Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm
For more information see: Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm

Sunday 2 June
British Red cross Open Gardens
2-5pm
Rosemary, East Bergholt
A romantic garden developed over 35 years and planted for year round interest. With its selection of unusual flowering trees and shrubs, its much admired ''tapestry'' style bed and two herbaceous ‘bog gardens’ it appeals to the artist in us all. With a fully guided tour of the organic produce gardens, starting at 3.00.p.m, meet in the car park beside St Mary’s Church, East Bergholt (opposite Old Hall’s gate). Refreshments and plants available at ‘Rosemary’. No Dogs, Limited wheelchair access & Toilets.
Recommended donation: £5 for both tour and ‘Rosemary’, £4 for ‘Rosemary’. Children under 16 free
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Rectory Hill, East Bergholt. Suffolk CO7 6TH

Monday 3 June
Bitterns and Harriers
7am
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Discover what makes Minsmere’s reedbeds so special. You will look for the secretive bittern, displaying marsh harriers, colourful bearded tits and some of the other creatures found here. The tearoom will be open early after these walks so you can warm up with a hot drink and light breakfast. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Tuesday 4 June
Fabulous flowers
1.30
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
As well as its wonderful birds, Minsmere has many interesting plants. These walks will look at some of the fascinating species on the dunes and fen areas around the Scrape. The plant life varies through the year, so why not join us on several of these walks. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Thursday 6 June
Magic of Minsmere
9.30
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Minsmere is a magical place so come and find out why, and how we keep it that way. Birds, animals, flowers and insects are all part of the magic that we will help you discover. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Friday 7 June to Sunday 9 June
Alive & V-Dubbin
Jimmys Farm
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Friday 7 June to Sunday 16 June
Woolpit Festival
Woolpit Village Hall
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Saturday 8 June to Sunday 9 June
The Vintage Market
The Town Hall, Southwold
For more information and opening times see: The Vintage Market Southwold

Saturday 8 June
Heathland Wildlife Walk
9.30
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Minsmere’s heaths are some of the less well-known parts of the reserve but have everything from adders and silver-studded blue butterflies to tiger beetles and Dartford warblers, red deer and many interesting plants. These walks will look for the characteristic species found off the beaten track. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Saturday 8 June
All the Fun of the Fair - Newton Green Fete
12.00pm-16.00pm
Newton Green, near Sudbury
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 8 June to Sunday 9 June
Bird Ringing Demonstration
10am to 4pm
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Get up close and personal with some of our commoner birds and discover how and why we catch birds to put tiny rings on their legs. Specially trained ringers from the Waveney Bird Club will explain what information we learn about birds’ lifestyles through ringing. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Saturday 8 June
Painting Workshop with Peter Partington
10am
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Peter Partington is one of Britain’s top wildlife artists, an illustrator of many books and cards, and a member of the Society of Wildlife Artists. Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or experienced hand, Peter will show you how to develop your sketching skills. Cost £25 per person. Send an sae marked ‘Painting workshop’ for more details, or email minsmere@rspb.org.uk For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Saturday 8 June to Sunday 9 June
Flavours of ... Food & Drink Festival 2013
Henham Park
For more details see: Suffolk Festivals

Saturday 8 June
Flower Power! Flower Festival Concert
7.30pm
St Andrews Church, Great Cornad, nr Sudbury




An evening of summery songs from ladies vocal harmony group The Accidentals backed by Flat Broke. We're singing swing numbers, some Aretha Franklin, some Dusty Springfield, a bit of disco; foot tapping tunes to go with the gorgeous flowers in St Andrews Church.
Tickets £6, children free, available from Compact Music, North Street, Sudbury. Suffolk CO10 1RF 07187 881160 or on the door.
Venue Address: Church Road, Great Cornard, Sudbury. Suffolk CO10 OEL

Saturday 8 June
Friends of Saxmundham Primary School Summer Fete
1pm to 4pm
Saxmundham Primary School
For more information see:
Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 8 June
Kirtling Picnic in the Park in aid of St Nicholas Hospice
18:00
Kirtling Village Hall, near Newmarket
Bring along a picnic, drinks, friends and family and join in with the fun at the Kirtling ‘Picnic in the Park’ to raise money for St Nicholas Hospice! Rounders, games and entertainment by the popular Trev Walton. Why not bring along your own favourite garden game too!
£5.00pp (Under 12's FREE)
Contact: kirtlingpicninc@gmail.com, 01638 731191 - Julie or 01638 731140 - Sarah
Venue Address: Kirtling Village Hall, The Street, Kirtling. Suffolk CB8 9PB

Saturday 8 June
Classical Music Concert by The English Arts Choral
7.30
Holy Trinity Church, Long Melford




For more information see: Visit Long Melford

Saturday 8 June
Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live - The Saturdays and Lawson
Newmarket Racecourse
For more information see: Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live

Sunday 9 June
Ken Dodd
7.00pm
Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
For more information see: Marina Theatre

Sunday 9 June
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-5pm
Horringer Hill House, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: What's On in Bury St Edmunds

Sunday 9 June
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-5pm
Little Thurlow Hall, Near Haverhill
Six acres of landscaped gardens, canals, mature trees, woodland and lakeside walks surrounded by paddocks featuring a ha-ha. Mature herbaceous borders and shrubberies contain varieties of peony, gladioli and iris along with a formal box edged vegetable and cut flower garden, fruit cage, orchard and series of greenhouses. Teas, No Dogs, Plants, Limited wheelchair access, Toilets.
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free.
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Little Thurlow, Near Haverhill. Suffolk CB9 7HY

Sunday 9 June
Burlesque/Belly Dance Show
7:30pm
St Clements Social Club, Ipswich
For more information see: What's on in Ipswich

Sunday 9 June
Suffolk Open Farm Sunday
Various Suffolk Farms
For more information see: Suffolk Open Farm Sunday

Sunday 9 June
An Evening with Louis de Bernieres
19:30
Sir John Mills Theatre, Ipswich
For more information see: What's On in Ipswich

Sunday 9 June
Maison Bleue's 15th Anniversary Lunch with Artist Lesley Jones
Maison Bleue Restaurant, Bury St Edmunds




For more information see: Maison Bleue Restaurant

Sunday 9 June
Yoxford Open Gardens
11-5
Yoxford
Yoxford is a pretty village with a fascinating mix of houses and gardens, old and new, more or less formal. Our Open Gardens event gives visitors a chance to see a variety of gardens, meet some of the residents and participate in a fun fund-raising event. This year we are raising money for the East Anglian Children's Hospice and for St Elizabeth Hospice for adults.
Refreshments are on offer at some houses and there will be a plant stall as well as a raffle.
Tickets: £3 for adults; children free
Venue Address: Yoxford Village Hall, Old High Street, Yoxford. Suffolk IP17 3HN

Sunday 9 June
A Treasury of Organ Music
3.00pm
St Michael’s Church, Framlingham
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Sunday 9 June
Cockfield Village Fete
10:30am to 16:30pm
Cockfield Village, near Lavenham
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Sunday 9 June
Cockfield Village Fete
10:30am to 16:30pm
Cockfield Village, near Lavenham
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Sunday 9 June
Model Railway Exhibition at Colne Valley Railway
Castle Hedingham, Halstead
For more details see: Colne Valley Railway

Monday 10 June
Bitterns and Harriers
7am
RSPB Havergate Island
For more information see: RSPB Minsmere

Wednesday 12 June
Pamper Evening in support of Friends of Elmswell School
7.00 - 9.45 pm
Haughley Park Barn, near Stowmarket
An evening of relaxation, beauty treatments, therapies and shopping in a gorgeous venue. Ticket price includes a glass of Pimms and canapés. Sponsored by Fake-Over of Elmswell.
Advance tickets £3.00 (concessions £2.50). £3.50/£3.00 on the door
Tickets available from Fake-Over (01359 244099), Station Pharmacy Elmswell (01359 242868) and Elmswell Primary School.
Venue Address: Haughley Park, Wetherden, Nr Stowmarket. Suffolk IP14 3JY

Thursday 13 June
Charity Ladies’ Evening
Stonham Barns
For more details see: Thornham Coach House Restaurant

Friday 14 June
Magic of Minsmere
9.30
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Minsmere is a magical place so come and find out why, and how we keep it that way. Birds, animals, flowers and insects are all part of the magic that we will help you discover. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Friday 14 June
Yoga Retreat at Potash Barns
Potash Barns, Brundish
For more information see - Potash Barns

Saturday 15 June to Sunday 16 June
Derelicht 01 - Exploration into Electronic Arts
10:00pm to 05:00am
Secret Location - Ipswich
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Saturday 15 June to Sunday 16 June
The Vintage Market
The Town Hall, Southwold
For more information and opening times see: The Vintage Market Southwold

Saturday 15 June to Sunday 16 June
Binocular & Telescope Demonstration
10am to 4pm
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Expert advice on choosing the right binoculars, telescopes and accessories. Run in conjunction with Viking Optical of Halesworth, there will be a wide range of optics available to test and buy, so whether you're choosing you first binoculars or looking to upgrade, we'll have the right optics for you. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere

Saturday 15 June
Sizewell Flora – bee orchids and coastal flowers
10am
Sizewell
For more information see: RSPB Minsmere

Saturday 15 June
Moth and Bat Walk
9pm
More than 1000 species of moth have been found at Minsmere since 1947. Join us as we look for a selection of these amazing insects as they are attracted to our special lights, and learn more about the creatures of the night. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere

Saturday 15 June
The Dame Vera Lynn Trust Summer Fete
11am -5pm
Ipswich YM Rugby Club
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 15 June
The Bon Jovi Experience
7.30pm
Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
For more information see: Marina Theatre

Saturday 15 June
Eastern Recorder Orchestra
7.30pm
St. Peter’s by the Waterfront, Ipswich
For more information see: Music-Concerts - Suffolk

Saturday 15 June
Summer Fete
12.00pm -4.00pm
Heath Primary School, Kesgrave Ipswich
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 15 June
Felixstowe Book Festival
9am - 9pm
Orwell Hotel, White Horse Pub, Felixstowe Library
Felixstowe’s first ever Book Festival will feature a wide variety of local and international writers, artists and experts will be inviting people to experience the diverse and interesting programme that has been designed for adults and children/teenagers alike.
Writers include Sophie Hannah, Sara Sheridan, Adele Geras, Stephen May and many other writer, historians and bloggers.
Tickets £5 + booking fee
For more information visit www.felixstowebookfest.blogspot.co.uk.
Venue Address: The Orwell Hotel, Hamilton Road, Felixstowe. Suffolk IP11 7PT. Felixstowe Library, Crescent Rd, Felixstowe. Suffolk IP11 7BY

Saturday 15 June
Annual Kersey School Ball Run & Summer Fair
2.00pm - 5.30pm
Kersey School & Church
For more details see: Summer Fairs in Suffolk

Saturday 15 June
Drinkstone Open Gardens
1.30pm - 5.30pm
Drinkstone Village, near Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: What's On in Bury St Edmunds

Sunday 16 June
Den Building for Dads
10am to 4pm
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Bring your dad to Minsmere on Fathers Day and have fun den building, then spot some wildlife. There will be a prize for the best den. Free (normal reserve entry fees apply). No need to book. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Sunday 16 June
Weekend Wildlife Walk
9.30am
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Join us for a seasonal weekend walk to look for breeding birds, flowers, insects, migrants and a host of other wildlife highlights that may be present at the time. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Sunday 16 June
Vintage Power Day
1.00pm until 5.00pm
Pakenham Water Mill
For more information see: Pakenham Water Mill

Sunday 16 June
Fathers Day 3 Course Lunch
Thornham Coach House Restaurant
For more details see: Thornham Coach House Restaurant

Sunday 16 June
Strutt Your Mutt
10.30 am - 5pm
Benacre Estate
For more information see: Doggy Days Out in Suffolk

Sunday 16 June
Hidden Gardens of Bury St Edmunds
11am - 5pm
Bury St Edmunds Town Centre
For more information see: What's On - Bury St Edmunds

Sunday 16 June
Jazz Night - Saxamazoo
The Fox Inn, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see -- The Fox Inn

Sunday 16 June
Sunday Afternoon Concerts - Sudbourne Ensemble String Quartet
Brick Kiln Barn, Sibton
For more information see: Brick Kiln Barn

Sunday 16 June
FATHERS DAY LUNCH
Belstead Brook Hotel, Ipswich
For more information see: Belstead Brook Hotel

Wednesday 19 June
WEDDING OPEN EVENING
Belstead Brook Hotel, Ipswich
For more information see: Belstead Brook Hotel

Thursday 20 June
Magic of Minsmere
9.30
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Minsmere is a magical place so come and find out why, and how we keep it that way. Birds, animals, flowers and insects are all part of the magic that we will help you discover. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Friday 21 June
Blake Live In Concert
7.30
Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
For more information see: Marina Theatre

Friday 21 June to Sunday 23 June
Volkfest 2013
Stonham Barns
For more information see: Stonham Barns Leisure and Retail Complex

Saturday 22 June
Worlingworth Village Fete
14:00 - 17:00
Worlingworth Community Centre, near Woodbridge
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 22 June
The Hilliard Ensemble
5pm
All Saints Church, Darsham
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Saturday 22 June
Beach Party
Belstead Brook Hotel, Ipswich
For more information see: Belstead Brook Hotel

Saturday 22 June
Cavendish Open Gardens
2.00pm - 6.00pm
Cavendish Village
Over 20 gardens open in this quintessential English village. Plants,cakes,and more for sale. Refreshments available. Proceeds to St. Nicholas Hospice and Cavendish Community Council.
Tickets: £4.00 accompanied children free
Contact Judy Kemp on 01787282145
Venue Address: Cavendish Village. Suffolk CO10 8BB (on the A1092, between Long Melford and Clare)

Saturday 22 June to Sunday 23 June
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-5 pm
The Priory, Stoke by Nayland
Nine acres of gardens with fine views over Constable Country. Lawns sloping down to lakes and water garden. Fine trees, walled garden, mixed borders, ornamental greenhouse and extensive variety of plants. Teas, Plant Stall, Dogs on leads, Dedicated parking, Limited wheelchair access, Toilet.
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Stoke by Nayland Adjacent to B1068
C06 4RL

Saturday 22 June to Sunday 23 June
Live and Kicking Music Festival
MEL Group Stadium
For full details see: Suffolk - Festivals 2013
Contact: 01787 376213
Venue Address: Brundon Lane, Sudbury. Suffolk CO10 1XR

Saturday 22 June to Sunday 23 June
Walberswick Open Gardens
1-5 pm
Walberswick Village
A number of private gardens open for viewing, in this seaside village. Home made teas available.
TBC
Contact Telephone 01502 722255
Venue Address: Walberswick is on B1387, off the A12 just south of Blythburgh. Maps & guides from Church of Village Hall. IP18 6VA

Saturday 22 June to Sunday 23 June
The Vintage Market
The Town Hall, Southwold
For more information and opening times see: The Vintage Market Southwold

Saturday 22 June
Sebert Wood Summer Fair
12 - 3pm
Sebert Wood School, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 22 June
Sebert Wood Summer Fair
12 - 3pm
Sebert Wood School, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 22 June
Withersfield Village Fete
1.00pm - 4.00pm
Withersfield Village Hall and Green, Nr Haverhill




For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Sunday 23 June
A Vintage Affair
10.00 am - 5.00pm
Hedingham Castle, near Sudbury
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Sunday 23 June
Heathland Wildlife Walk
9.30
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Minsmere’s heaths are some of the less well-known parts of the reserve but have everything from adders and silver-studded blue butterflies to tiger beetles and Dartford warblers, red deer and many interesting plants. These walks will look for the characteristic species found off the beaten track. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Sunday 23 June
Sproughton Village Fete
12pm - 4pm
Sproughton Millenium Green, near Ipswich
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Sunday 23 June
Halesworth Thoroughfair, Food drink craft entertainment
10am to 4pm
Halesworth Thoroughfare and Old Print Works
For more information see:
Fetes and Fairs in Suffolk

Sunday 23 June
Leavenheath Open Garden & Scarecrow Trail
11:00 am to 5:00pm
Leavenheath Village Hall
20 gardens to visit and scarecrow trail to follow and solve clues, Craft fair in village hall, plant sales, garden book sale; cream teas, lunches at local pubs in aid of S.E.S.A.W animal sanctuary, St Matthew's church and village planting.
£3 per adult accompanied chilren free
Contact: p.goodyer@btinternet.com or 01206 262544
Venue Address: Leavenheath Village Hall, Wrights Way, Leavenheath, Sudbury. Suffolk CO6 4NR

Sunday 23 June
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-5 pm
The Barn, Westleton
A quirky series of ‘garden rooms’ linked by tree and pillar avenues and a network of sunken paths. Explore the cocktail garden, bi-millennium garden, Roman, Athenian, and Bedouin gardens. A garden of extraordinary and whimsical delights set in 13.5 acres. Teas, Dogs on leads, Dedicated parking
Toilet.
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free.
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: The Barn, Westleton. Suffolk IP17 3AD (Garden situated just off the village green.)


IP17 3AN

Sunday 23 June
British Red Cross Open Gardens
12.00 to 5.00pm
Smallwood Farmhouse, nr Bury St Edmunds
This three-acre garden surrounding a 16th century farmhouse is a combination of traditional, contemporary and quirky. Old roses, cottage planting and an ancient meadow, contrast with a modern gravel garden in a tranquil, rural setting. Featured in ‘Dream Gardens of England’ ‘The Good Gardens Guide’ and Country Living May 2012. Teas, No Dogs, Plants, Limited wheelchair access
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free.
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Smallwood Green, nr. Bradfield St. George, Bury St. Edmunds. Suffolk IP30 0AJ (on the main road between Hessett and Felsham)

Sunday 23 June
Taste of Sudbury Food & Drink Festival
12 noon to 8pm
St. Peter’s Church and Market Hill, Sudbury




For more information see: Fetes and Fairs in Suffolk

Sunday 23 June
St Peter's Street Summer Market
10:00 - 16:00
St Peter’s Street, Ipswich
For more information see: Ip Art Festival

Sunday 23 June
Rose Veal Sunday Feast
Brick Kiln Barn, Sibton
For more information see: Brick Kiln Barn

Tuesday 25 June
Health Walk
11am
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
A walk with a difference, as fresh air, meeting new friends and beautiful landscapes are the main focus. We will, of course, spot some wildlife too. Arrive on day. No charge. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Tuesday 25 June
Calligraphy Workshop - June
10am - 4pm
Lettering Arts Centre, Snape Maltings, nr Aldeburgh




Calligraphy workshops for beginners and beyond ;learning; improving; experimenting. Alternative dates: Tuesday, 9th July and Tuesday 13 August.
Course Coast - £48 per workshops
For more information contact: lynne@letteringartstrust.org.uk, 01728 688393 or visit www.letteringartstrust.org.uk
Venue Address: Lettering Arts Centre, Snape Maltings, Snape, Near Aldeburgh. Suffolk IP17 1SP

Wednesday 26 June
Birds for Beginners
1.30pm
Many people have started birdwatching at Minsmere. Join us on this beginners’ walk where you will learn how to use binoculars properly and which field guides are best for you. You can then use this information to enjoy watching birds as we show you some of Minsmere’s wildlife. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Friday 28 June
Magic of Minsmere
9.30
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Minsmere is a magical place so come and find out why, and how we keep it that way. Birds, animals, flowers and insects are all part of the magic that we will help you discover. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Friday 28 June
Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live - The Big Pop Party
Newmarket Racecourse
For more information see: Newmarket Racecourse Music Nights

Saturday 29 June
Global Rhythm
Noon
Christchurch Park, Ipswich
For more information see: Ip Art Festival

Saturday 29 June
Ipswich Orchestral Society
19:30
Grand Hall, Corn Exchange, Ipswich
For more information see: Ip Art Festival

Saturday 29 June
Beginners Photography Course with Going Digital, part 1
10 am – 4 pm
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
If you love nature photography and would like to get the most out of your camera or start a new hobby then come along to our fun one-day beginners digital photography course "Explore Your Camera Part 1" run by Going Digital East Anglia. In a small informal group we'll teach you how to get off "Auto" mode, explore your camera's features and settings & discover the essential skills of good photography including composition, focus, aperture priority and exposure. For more information call Kiri Stuart-Clarke on 07783 272696 or to book online visit www.goingdigital.co.uk. Going Digital Gift vouchers are available and are accepted on all of our courses. Places are limited and advance booking is essential. Payment is required at time of booking thank you. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Cost: £75 per person

Saturday 29 June
Summer Serenade
19.30
All Saints Church, Sutton, Woodbridge
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Saturday 29 June
Weekend Wildlife Walk
9.30
RSPB Minsmere, near Dunwich
Join us for a seasonal weekend walk to look for breeding birds, flowers, insects, migrants and a host of other wildlife highlights that may be present at the time. For more information see: RSPB Minsmere
Reserve entry fees are adults £7.50, concessions £5, children £3, families £15. RSPB members and RSPB Wildlife Explorers free

Saturday 29 June
Ipswich Cats Protection - Homing Day
12 noon to 2pm.
St Augustines Church Hall, Ipswich
For more information see: What's On in Ipswich

Saturday 29 June to Sunday 30 June
Southwold Concert Series - William Walton's Facade & Constant Lambert's Piano Concerto
7:30pm
Southwold (29th June) & Aldeburgh (30th June)
For more information see: Southwold Concert Series

Saturday 29 June
Cliff Lane Summer Fair
12 noon to 3 pm
Cliff Lane Primary School, Ipswich
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 29 June
Wiggle-a-Thon 2013
East Bergholt Sports Centre




FunDancing's annual Wiggle-a-Thon is raising money for Age UK Suffolk. We wiggle & giggle in one (or more) of the 6 x 45 minute uniquely choreographed ‘Strictly’ (& other style) dance-a-cise sessions. Single and group entries are welcome as is dressing up (this year the theme is Bobbles and Orange!).
Session times are 10am, 11am, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
Pre-registration is advised. For more information visit: www.fundancing.co.uk/wiggle-a-thon
Entry £5.00 per person per session
Contact: Janet on 07506 350 455 or janet@fundancing.co.uk
Venue Address: Heath Road, East Bergholt. Suffolk CO7 6RJ

Saturday 29 June
TMT Cabaret Night 2013
7:30pm
Henley Community Centre, near Ipswich
Toms Musical Theatre (TMT) are hosting their second annual variety show, the show contains dance pieces, songs and drama pieces from the world of pop, T.V. and from Musical Theatre. With a strong cast and diverse performances get your tickets now!
Adults £5. Children £3. Family (2 adult, 2 children) £13.
For more information please visit www.tomsmusicaltheatre.com or contact TMT.tickets@gmail.com or 07508 276011
Venue Address: Henley Community Centre, Church Meadows, Henley. Suffolk IP6 0RP

Sunday 30 June
Indian Summer Mela
12:00pm
Christchurch Park, Ipswich
For more information see: Ip Art Festival

Sunday 30 June
Open Day - Museum of the 95th Bomb Group
10am-4pm
Red Feather Club - 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association
The award-winning museum houses only uniforms and memorabilia relating to the 95th Bomb Group who were based at Horham during WW2. The Red Feather Club is also the home to the 1285th Military Police Company re-enactors.
Free entry
Contact 01728 860930, jamesmutton@suffolkonline.net.
Venue Address: The Red Feather Club, Horham. Suffolk IP21 5DG (four miles south-east of Eye off the B1117)

Sunday 30 June
Across the Centuries
12 noon
St Michael’s Church, Framlingham
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Sunday 30 June
Wedding Open Day
10am - 4pm
The Venue at Kersey Mill
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk

Sunday 30 June
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-5pm
Columbine Hall
Four acre garden, much designed by George Carter, surrounds a medieval moated manor (not open). Colour-themed walled vegetable garden, stunning pictorial meadow, formal hedges and avenues. Also bog garden, Mediterranean garden, vistas and eye-catchers. The garden has also featured in Gardens Illustrated, The English Garden, The Kitchen Garden, The Daily Telegraph and has a star in the Good Gardens Guide. Teas, Dogs on leads, Plants, Dedicated Parking, Limited wheelchair access, Toilets
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free.
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Stowupland, Nr Stowmarket. Suffolk IP14 4AT

Sunday 30 June
British Red Cross Open Gardens
11am-5 pm
Botesdale Village Gardens, nr Diss
Gardens large and small in this picturesque Suffolk village. Car parking and map at Botesdale Village Hall. Refreshments available at the village hall. Dogs on leads, Plants, Dedicated Parking, Limited wheelchair access & Toilets.
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Botesdale Village Hall, nr Diss. Suffolk IP22 1BZ

Sunday 30 June
Wedding Open Day
10am - 4pm
Kersey Mill, near Hadleigh
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Sunday 30 June
Mini Jam
Stonham Barns
For more information see: Stonham Barns Leisure and Retail Complex

Sunday 30 June
Two Counties Motor Show
9.30 -16.30
Rowley Mile Race Course Newmarket
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Friday 5 July to Sunday 7 July
Maverick Festival
Easton Park Farm
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Saturday 6 July
Benhall Garden Fayre
11.00 - 18.00
Benhall Green




Village event around the opening of more than 12 selected gardens not normally open to the public. Activities on the village green include craft/produce stalls, music, dancing and scrummy food.
£5 entrance to gardens, other activities free
Contact: Carol Durrant carol.durrant@btinternet.com 01728 602334
Venue Address: Benhall Green Saxmundham Suffolk (signposted from the A12). IP17 1HN

Saturday 6 July
Film Night Spectacular Classical Concert
20:00 (Gates open at 18:00)
Christchurch Park, Ipswich
For more information see: Ip Art Festival

Saturday 6 July
Music for a Summer Evening
19.30
St Mary’s Church, Burgate, near Eye
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Saturday 6 July
Woodbridge Carnival
1pm onwards
Thoroughfare and Kingston Fields
For more information see: What's On - Woodbridge

Saturday 6 July
Midsummer Mozart
7-30pm
Headmaster Porter Theatre, Framlingham College
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Saturday 6 July to Sunday 7 July
The Vintage Market
The Town Hall, Southwold
For more information and opening times see: The Vintage Market Southwold

Sunday 7 July
Ipswich Music Day
Noon-20:00
Christchurch Park, Ipswich
For more information see: Ip Art Festival

Sunday 7 July
Charity Quiz Night
7:00pm
Norbridge Social Club, Ipswich
For more information see: What's on Ipswich

Sunday 7 July
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-5 pm
Rosedale, Bures. Near Sudbury
Compact plantsman's garden of a third of an acre. Herbaceous borders, many unusual plants including peony and agapanthus collections. Ornamental pond. Teas, No Dogs, Plants, Toilets.
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free.
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: 40 Colchester Road, Bures
CO8 5AE

Tuesday 9 July
Calligraphy Workshop - July
10am - 4pm
Lettering Arts Centre, Snape Maltings, nr Aldeburgh




Calligraphy workshops for beginners and beyond ;learning; improving; experimenting. Alternative dates: Tuesday 25th June and Tuesday 13 August.
Course Coast - £48 per workshops
For more information contact: lynne@letteringartstrust.org.uk, 01728 688393 or visit www.letteringartstrust.org.uk
Venue Address: Lettering Arts Centre, Snape Maltings, Snape, Near Aldeburgh. Suffolk IP17 1SP

Wednesday 10 July to Saturday 20 July
AN INSPECTOR CALLS by JB Priestley
Southwold Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Thursday 11 July to Saturday 13 July
Inspector Drakes Last Case
7.30pm
Ringshall Village Hall
For more information see: What's On in Ipswich

Thursday 11 July
Blechblaserensemble of Wolfhagen
19:30
St Mary & St Michael Church, Mistely. Near Manningtree
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Saturday 13 July
Simply Events Summer Craft Fair
10am - 4pm
Haverhill Arts Centre
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 13 July to Sunday 14 July
Middleton Open Gardens
Middleton Village nr Saxmundham




Take a stroll around our pretty village and visit the lovely and varied gardens of our residents. Funds go to Holy Trinity Church and Suffolk Accident Rescue Service. Refreshments available in the Village Hall.
Cost TBA
For more information visit: www.middletoncumfordley.onesuffolk.net
Venue Address: Maps available from Middleton Village Hall, Mill Street, Middleton. Suffolk IP17 3NG

Saturday 13 July
The Very High Abseil
08:00-20:00
The Mill, Ipswich
For more information see: What's On in Ipswich

Sunday 14 July
It's A Bury Knockout 2013
12-4pm
Hardwick Heath, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: What's On in Bury St Edmunds

Sunday 14 July
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-5 pm
Riverside House, Clare
Tranquil walled country garden leading down to River Stour. Mixed herbaceous beds, annual plants, lawns, trees and shrubs. A rustic bridge over the River Stour leads to a wild woodland area with an impressive native black poplar tree and weeping willows. Teas, No Dogs, Plants, Dedicated Parking, Limited wheelchair access, Toilets.
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free.
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Stoke Road, Clare. Suffolk CO10 8NS

Sunday 14 July
Elveden Dog Day
Elveden Estate




For more information see: Doggy Days Out - Suffolk

Sunday 14 July
Fun Day & Craft Fayre
12 noon til 3:30
Willows Childrens Center, Ipswich
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Sunday 14 July
Lowestoft Eastpoint Rotary Charity Cycle Ride
Registration is from 9.30am and entrants can start the ride between 10am-11am
Uplands Community Centre, Carlton Colville
RON SAMPSON MEMORIAL CHARITY CYCLE RIDE - 5th Sponsored Annual Charity Cycle Ride organised by East Point Rotary Club. You can choose one of the three routes of either, 6-10 or 20 miles. 50% of the money raised will be donated to the James Pagett stroke department for purchase of essential equipment & 50% to our Rotary Club Charity Trust Fund, which supports a large variety of charities both locally, nationally and internationally.
Contact: 07889 208672, stevejames@financeshopgroup.com or visit www.eastpointrotary.org.uk
Venue Address: Uplands Community Centre, Ashburnham Way, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft. Suffolk NR33 8SJ

Sunday 14 July
Colne Valley at War
Castle Hedingham, Halstead
For more details see: Colne Valley Railway

Tuesday 16 July
Flodden & The Flodden Helm The 500th Anniversary Lecture
7.30pm
St Michael’s Church, Framlingham
St Michael's church houses the tombs of the Tudor Howards and the funerary helm of the 2nd Duke of Norfolk who led the English army at Flodden. To commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Flodden we are holding this special evening. The two talks are "A Fatal Rivalry: Henry VIII & James IV" by George Goodwin and "The Mysteries of Flodden" by Clive Hallam Baker.
Tickets: £5 (£4 to FOSM members)
Contact: sandracartwright@suffolkonline.net or 01728 663555
Venue Address: St Michael's Church, Church Street, Framlingham. Suffolk IP13 9BJ

Friday 19 July
Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live - Night with Madness
Newmarket Racecourse
For more information see: Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live

Saturday 20 July
We are Handmade Contemporary Summer Craft and Design Fair
The Old School, Long Melford
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 20 July
Lavenham Summer Craft Fair
10am - 4pm
Lavenham Village Hall
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 20 July
The Elysian Effect
10.30am Pianoforte Workshop 2.30pm Harp Workshop 7.30pm Concert
St Michael’s Church, Framlingham
For more information see: Music Concerts - Suffolk

Saturday 20 July
Indonesian Supper
Thornham Coach House Restaurant
For more details see: Thornham Coach House Restaurant

Saturday 20 July to Sunday 21 July
The Vintage Market
The Town Hall, Southwold
For more information and opening times see: The Vintage Market Southwold

Sunday 21 July
Quirky Waterfront Market
10am - 4pm
Neptune Quay, Ipswich Waterfront
For more information see: What's On in Ipswich

Sunday 21 July
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-6pm
Tollemache Hall, Offton, near Ipswich
Three to four acres of mature gardens including formal lawns, herbaceous borders, shrubs and ponds. Woodland walks and magnificent Suffolk Punch horses. Teas, Plant stall, Dogs on Leads, Dedicated parking, Wheelchair access, Toilet.
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free.
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Offton, near Ipswich. Suffolk IP8 4RT (Turn off the B1078 opposite Ringshall).

Sunday 21 July
Bus & Commercial Vehicle at Colne Valley Railway
Castle Hedingham, Halstead
For more details see: Colne Valley Railway

Monday 22 July to Saturday 3 August
DEAD RECKONING by Eric Chappell
Southwold Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Thursday 25 July to Saturday 3 August
AN INSPECTOR CALLS by JB Priestley
Aldeburgh Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Friday 26 July
Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live - Labarinth
Newmarket Racecourse



For more information see: Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live

Saturday 27 July
Bury St Edmunds Relay For Life Fun Day
12.00 midday til 11.00pm
Ickworth House, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: What's On in Bury St Edmunds

Saturday 27 July
Bury St Edmunds Relay For Life Fun Day
12.00 midday til 11.00pm
Ickworth House, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: What's On in Bury St Edmunds

Saturday 27 July
Relay For Life Fun Day
12.00 midday til 11.00pm
Ickworth House, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: What's On in Bury St Edmunds

Saturday 27 July to Sunday 28 July
The Vintage Market
The Town Hall, Southwold
For more information and opening times see: The Vintage Market Southwold

Sunday 28 July to Monday 29 July
The Ship Beer Festival
The Ship, Dunwich
For more information see: The Ship at Dunwich

Sunday 28 July
Picnic Jazz at The Pavilion
The Pavillion, Orford




Bring a picnic and enjoy this popular, intimate music event in Orford. For more information and to win tickets, please see: Picnic Jazz 2013

Monday 29 July
Open Day - Museum of the 95th Bomb Group
10am-4pm
Red Feather Club - 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association
The Red Feather Club, run by the 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association, is the official UK museum of the 95th Bomb Group. The award-winning museum houses only uniforms and memorabilia relating to the 95th Bomb Group who were based at Horham during WW2. The Red Feather Club is also the home to the 1285th Military Police Company re-enactors.
Free
Contact 01728 860930, jamesmutton@suffolkonline.net.
Venue Address: The Red Feather Club, Horham. Suffolk IP21 5DG (four miles south-east of Eye off the B1117)

Friday 2 August
Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live - Kaiser Chiefs
Newmarket Racecourse




For more information see: Newmarket Racecourse Music Nights

Saturday 3 August to Sunday 4 August
Tollyfest
12.30 - 11.00 p.m.
Britsh Sugar Sports & Social Club, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: What's On - Bury St Edmunds

Saturday 3 August
70's Night
Belstead Brook Hotel, Ipswich
For more information see: Belstead Brook Hotel

Saturday 3 August
Sudbury Regatta
9am - 6pm
Friars Meadow, Sudbury




If you've seen the Boat Race on TV this is 100% more exciting. The river Stour twists and turns and the competitors struggle to avoid collisions and Friars Meadow gives spectators prime position to watch the nail biting battle to the finish line. Then there are the sprint eights, two fast and furious minutes of power and pace, a real spectacle.
As well as the racing there is live music from the Victory Jazz Band, beer from Mauldons Brewery, a BBQ, Hog Roast, Amazing cakes and other refreshments.
Free Entry
Venue Address: Edgworth Road, Sudbury. Suffolk CO10 2TG (The Regatta takes place on Friars Meadow, where parking is available for spectators, trailers and competitors)

Sunday 4 August
Fair on the Green Southwold
8am to 4pm
South Green to Gun Hill, Southwold
For more information see: Fete Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Sunday 4 August
ARCU Big Fundraiser
12 noon to 4pm
St Clements Social Club, Ipswich
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Sunday 4 August
British Red Cross Open Gardens
2-5pm
The Beeches, Walsham le Willows
An interesting three acre garden including specimen trees, a potager based on the designs of Rosemary Verey, a landscaped stream and a variety of herbaceous beds. Teas, Plant Stall, Dedicated parking, No Dogs, Limited wheelchair access.
£4 recommended donation. Children under 16 free.
For more details see: www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens or contact Jane Dow 07734286337, janedow@redcross.org.uk
Venue Address: Grove Road, Walsham le Willows. Suffolk IP31 3AD

Sunday 4 August
Festival of Classic & Sports Cars
Helmingham Hall Gardens
For more details see: Helmingham Hall Gardens

Monday 5 August to Saturday 17 August
NOT NOW DARLING by Ray Cooney & John Chapman
Southwold Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Monday 5 August to Thursday 8 August
Dub Vacation
Stonham Barns
For more information see: Stonham Barns Leisure and Retail Complex

Tuesday 6 August to Saturday 10 August
DEAD RECKONING by Eric Chappell
Aldeburgh Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Friday 9 August to Sunday 11 August
UK Bus Jam
Stonham Barns
For more information see: Stonham Barns Leisure and Retail Complex

Friday 9 August
Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live - Keane
Newmarket Racecourse




For more information see: Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live

Saturday 10 August to Sunday 11 August
The Vintage Market
The Town Hall, Southwold
For more information and opening times see: The Vintage Market Southwold

Sunday 11 August
Carlton Hall Summer Fete
from 2 o'clock
Carlton Hall, Lowestoft
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Monday 12 August to Saturday 17 August
DICK BARTON SPECIAL AGENT: The Secret of the Pharoah's Tomb by Phil Willmott
Aldeburgh Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Tuesday 13 August
Calligraphy Workshop - August
10am - 4pm
Lettering Arts Centre, Snape Maltings, nr Aldeburgh




Calligraphy workshops for beginners and beyond ;learning; improving; experimenting. Alternative dates: Tuesday 25th June and Tuesday 9th July.
Course Coast - £48 per workshops
For more information contact: lynne@letteringartstrust.org.uk, 01728 688393 or visit www.letteringartstrust.org.uk
Venue Address: Lettering Arts Centre, Snape Maltings, Snape, Near Aldeburgh. Suffolk IP17 1SP

Saturday 17 August to Sunday 18 August
Beccles Carnival & Family Fun Weekend
1pm to 10pm Saturday and 1pm to 6pm Sunday
Beccles Quay
For more information see: Fetes and Fairs - Suffolk

Sunday 18 August
Sunday Afternoon Concerts - The Sudbourne Ensemble String Quartet
Brick Kiln Barn, Sibton
For more information see: Brick Kiln Barn

Sunday 18 August
1960s Special at Colne Valley Railway
Castle Hedingham, Halstead
For more details see: Colne Valley Railway

Monday 19 August to Saturday 31 August
DICK BARTON SPECIAL AGENT: The Secret of the Pharoah's Tomb by Phil Willmott
Southwold Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Tuesday 20 August to Saturday 24 August
NOT NOW DARLING by Ray Cooney & John Chapman
Aldeburgh Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Friday 23 August to Sunday 25 August
FolkEast 2013
Glemham Hall, nr Woodbridge
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Saturday 24 August
Caribbean Bonanza
Thornham Coach House Restaurant
For more details see: Thornham Coach House Restaurant

Saturday 24 August
Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live - McFly
Newmarket Racecourse
For more information see: Newmarket Racecourse Summer Saturday Live

Sunday 25 August
Open Day - Museum of the 95th Bomb Group
10am-4pm
Red Feather Club - 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association
The Red Feather Club, run by the 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association, is the official UK museum of the 95th Bomb Group. The award-winning museum houses only uniforms and memorabilia relating to the 95th Bomb Group who were based at Horham during WW2. The Red Feather Club is also the home to the 1285th Military Police Company re-enactors.
Free entry
Contact 01728 860930, jamesmutton@suffolkonline.net.
Venue Address: The Red Feather Club, Horham. Suffolk IP21 5DG (four miles south-east of Eye off the B1117)

Monday 26 August to Saturday 31 August
SLEUTH by Anthony Shaffer
Aldeburgh Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Monday 26 August
Craft & Gift Fayre
10.00am - 3.00pm
Fynn Valley Golf Club, Ipswich
For more information see: Fynn Valley Golf Club

Sunday 1 September
Guide Dog Craft Fair
10am till 4pm
Felixstowe Leisure Centre
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Sunday 1 September
Classic Motorbike Rally at Colne Valley Railway
Castle Hedingham, Halstead
For more details see: Colne Valley Railway

Monday 2 September to Saturday 14 September
SLEUTH by Anthony Shaffer
Southwold Summer Theatre
For more information see: Suffolk Summer Theatres

Saturday 7 September to Sunday 8 September
Stamping Ground Festival of Americana
9.00am - 11.00pm
Stonham Barns
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Saturday 7 September to Sunday 8 September
Maui Waui Festival
Festival starts 10.00am
Theberton, near Leiston
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Saturday 7 September to Sunday 8 September
Helmingham Country Fair
Helmingham Hall Gardens
For more details see: Helmingham Hall Gardens

Saturday 7 September to Sunday 8 September
B Natural Music Festival
All day Saturday and Sunday
Bildeston, nr Ipswich
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals

Thursday 12 September
The Wedding Fair
11 am to 4 pm
Christchurch Mansion, Ipswich
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Saturday 14 September
Stour Valley Path 100km Ultra Run
08.45
White Lion, Newmarket
The Stour Valley Path is a 100km (62 mile) long footpath which starts in Newmarket (Suffolk) and ends in Cattawade, a village near Manningtree (Essex). The race itself will cover almost the entire length of the Stour Valley Path, which is a well marked trail. The path is particularly notable for the beauty of the scenery en route. The landscape on the Essex-Suffolk border was made famous by painters such as John Constable and Thomas Gainsborough.
Entry Fee: £55
For more information visit www.svp100.co.uk or email info@svp100.co.uk
Venue Address: White Lion, 216 High St, Newmarket. Suffolk CB8 9AP

Sunday 15 September
Wedding Fair
Thurston Grange Hotel, Thurston nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Sunday 15 September
Heritage Weekend
11.00am untill 5.00pm
Pakenham Water Mill
For more information see: Pakenham Water Mill

Sunday 15 September
THE Wedding Fayre...!
11am-4pm
Trinity Park, Ipswich
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Sunday 15 September
Plant Heritage Autumn Plant Fair
Helmingham Hall Gardens
For more details see: Helmingham Hall Gardens

Sunday 15 September
WEDDING FAYRE
Belstead Brook Hotel, Ipswich
For more information see: Belstead Brook Hotel

Sunday 15 September
Wedding Open Day
11.00 - 3.00 pm
Ufford Park, Woodbridge
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Sunday 15 September
The Apex Wedding Fair
11am to 4pm
The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Saturday 21 September
Mediterranean Evening
Thornham Coach House Restaurant
For more details see: Thornham Coach House Restaurant

Sunday 22 September
Wedding Open Day
Glemham Hall, nr Woodbridge
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk

Friday 27 September
Yoga Retreat at Potash Barns
Potash Barns, Brundish
For more information see - Potash Barns

Sunday 29 September
The Wedding Fair
11 am to 4 pm
The Athenaeum, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Sunday 29 September
Open Day & Vintage Softball
10am-4pm
Red Feather Club - 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association
Open day and a vintage-style softball game between the 95th’s own Wallopers and the 1285th Military Police Company re-enactors’ Snowdrops who play in period dress. The Red Feather Club, run by the 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association, is the official UK museum of the 95th Bomb Group. The award-winning museum houses only uniforms and memorabilia relating to the 95th Bomb Group who were based at Horham during WW2. The Red Feather Club is also the home to the 1285th Military Police Company re-enactors.
Free entry
Contact 01728 860930, jamesmutton@suffolkonline.net.
Venue Address: The Red Feather Club, Horham. Suffolk IP21 5DG (four miles south-east of Eye off the B1117)

Sunday 29 September
Ravenwood Wedding Exhibition
11am to 4pm
Ravenwood Hotel, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Friday 4 October
Yoga Retreat at Potash Barns
Potash Barns, Brundish
For more information see - Potash Barns

Saturday 5 October
Ceilidh
7.30pm
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Friday 18 October
Yoga Retreat at Potash Barns
Potash Barns, Brundish
For more information see - Potash Barns

Saturday 26 October
Malaysian Banquet
Thornham Coach House Restaurant
For more details see: Thornham Coach House Restaurant

Sunday 27 October
The Brandon Bridal Show
12pm until 4pm
Brandon Leisure Centre




For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Sunday 27 October
Open Day - Museum of the 95th Bomb Group
10am-4pm
Red Feather Club - 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association
The Red Feather Club, run by the 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association, is the official UK museum of the 95th Bomb Group. The award-winning museum houses only uniforms and memorabilia relating to the 95th Bomb Group who were based at Horham during WW2. The Red Feather Club is also the home to the 1285th Military Police Company re-enactors.
Free entry
Contact 01728 860930, jamesmutton@suffolkonline.net.
Venue Address: The Red Feather Club, Horham. Suffolk IP21 5DG (four miles south-east of Eye off the B1117)

Sunday 27 October
Northgate High School Craft & Gift Fair
10am til 4pm
Northgate High School Arts Centre
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Wednesday 30 October to Thursday 31 October
Half Term Hallow e'en Fun
1.30pm until 4.00pm
Pakenham Water Mill
For more information see: Pakenham Water Mill

Friday 1 November to Friday 29 November
Country Christmas Shop
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Saturday 2 November
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER
Belstead Brook Hotel, Ipswich
For more information see: Belstead Brook Hotel

Sunday 3 November
Wedding Fair
USC Campus Waterfront Ipswich
For more information see: Wedding Fairs - Suffolk

Friday 8 November
Yoga Retreat at Potash Barns
Potash Barns, Brundish
For more information see - Potash Barns

Saturday 16 November to Sunday 17 November
British Crafts
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Saturday 16 November
Curry & Quiz Night
Thornham Coach House Restaurant
For more details see: Thornham Coach House Restaurant

Sunday 17 November
Giant Christmas Craft & Gift Fayre
10am - 4pm
The Cameo Hotel, Ipswich
For more information see: Fetes Fairs and Shows - Suffolk

Saturday 23 November to Sunday 24 November
British Crafts
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Wednesday 27 November
Christmas Craft & Gift Fayre
6pm - 9pm
Fynn Valley Golf Club, Ipswich
For more information see: Fynn Valley Golf Club

Saturday 30 November to Sunday 1 December
British Crafts
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Saturday 30 November to Sunday 1 December
Santa’s Grotto
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Saturday 30 November
TOP OF THE POPS DISCO
Belstead Brook Hotel, Ipswich
For more information see: Belstead Brook Hotel

Friday 6 December
Special Christmas Party Nights at The Westleton Crown
The Westleton Crown
For more information see: The Westleton Crown

Saturday 7 December to Sunday 8 December
British Crafts
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Saturday 7 December to Sunday 8 December
Santa’s Grotto
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Sunday 8 December
Father Christmas at the Mill
from 3.00pm
Pakenham Water Mill
For more information see: Pakenham Water Mill

Friday 13 December
Special Christmas Party Nights at The Westleton Crown
The Westleton Crown
For more information see: The Westleton Crown

Saturday 14 December to Sunday 15 December
British Crafts
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Saturday 14 December to Sunday 15 December
Santa’s Grotto
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Friday 20 December
Special Christmas Party Nights at The Westleton Crown
The Westleton Crown
For more information see: The Westleton Crown

Saturday 21 December to Sunday 22 December
Santa’s Grotto
Blackthorpe Barn, nr Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn

Wednesday 25 December
Christmas Day Luncheon
Thornham Coach House Restaurant
For more details see: Thornham Coach House Restaurant