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Your month-by-month guide to events & things to do in Suffolk.

Also don't forget to look at Art Exhibitions in Suffolk for an up-to-date listing of the fantastic range of art currently being exhibited around Suffolk, and Music In Suffolk for concerts.


We also have listings for What's On in Ipswich, What's on in Bury St Edmunds and What's On in Woodbridge, if you're specifically interested in those areas.

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What's on Suffolk  February 2012
Sunday 5 February
Grand Bridal Fayre
11am-4pm
Belstead Brook Hotel, Ipswich
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
4th Feb - LIANE CARROLL SOLO at The Devil's Kitchen Collective

Devil

LIANE CARROLL SOLO on the grand piano! Tickets: £20 advance (£25 on the door). Winner of 2 BBC Jazz Awards & numerous others including The Ronnie Scott Award, we are proud to present this yearly gig by a musician who we admire & utterly adore. Nobody delivers a song on the piano like the fabulous LIANE CARROLL.
Please click on The Devil's Kitchen Collective for full details and to book your tickets!
Sunday 5 February
Buckshee
The Ship Inn
For more information see: The Ship Inn
Sunday 5 February
Voice Squad Concert
2pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Sunday 5 February
Bird Ringing
9am
The Visitor Centre, West Stow Country Park
For more information see: What's on Bury St Edmunds
Monday 6 February
Growing, Buying, Selling; In your Local Community
10-4pm
Sproughton Tithe Barn, nr Ipswich
For more information see: What's on Ipswich
Monday 6 February
Coffee and Crystals with Chris
11am
Felsham
For more information see: What's on Bury St Edmunds
Tuesday 7 February
Snowdrop walk at Anglesey Abbey
10.30am
Anglesey Abbey
Anglesey Abbey is definitely a gem in the heart of Suffolk. Come and join Suffolk Circle members on their Snowdrop Walk, which promises to be spectacular in its beauty.
Anglesey Abbey's beautifully designed Winter Walk was the first of its kind for the National Trust, and the brainchild of its former head gardener Richard Ayres. He had the vision to see its huge potential in attracting thousands of extra visitors at a time when the gates were usually closed.
This will be a very popular event, so remember to book early to avoid disappointment!


Free
Contact Hanna at hannah@suffolkcircle.org.uk or see: Suffolk Circle for more details.
Venue Address: Meet at terraced area outside reception. Quy Road, Lode, CB25 9EJ
Wednesday 8 February
Celtic Dream
8pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Wednesday 8 February
Pamering Evening at The Kirtling Red Lion
The Kirtling Red Lion
For more details please see: The Kirtling Red Lion
Thursday 9 February
Fairport Convention
8pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Thursday 9 February
THE Prom Show...!
6.30-8.30pm
Trinity Park
For more information see: What's on Ipswich
Friday 10 February
Irish Folk
The Ship Inn
For more information see: The Ship Inn
Friday 10 February
Charity Coffee Morning
10am - 12noon
Ferini Art Gallery
Charity Coffee Morning in aid of EACH (East Anglian Children''s Hospices)
Tickets: £2
Venue Address: 27-29 All Saints Road, Pakefield, Lowestoft, NR33 0JL
Saturday 11 February
Handle with Care
The Ship Inn
For more information see: The Ship Inn
Saturday 11 February
March Hare Collective
10am-5pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Saturday 11 February
Harmonica Workshop with Steve Lockwood
12 - 4pm
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Saturday 11 February
Wolsey Orchestra
7.30pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Saturday 11 February
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - 2012 Opening Gala Concert
Marina Theatre
For more information see: Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
Saturday 11 February
Craft Market, Newmarket
8.00am - 3.00pm
Newmarket Market Square
For more information see: Markets and Boot Sales in Suffolk
Saturday 11 February
Italian Cookery with the Cookery Club
10:30am
The Priory Skills Centre
For more information see: What's on Bury St Edmunds
Saturday 11 February
East Anglian Potato Day
9.30-1.30
Mid Suffolk Showground / Stonham Barns
For more information, please see: Stonham Barns Leisure and Retail Complex
Saturday 11 February
Faster Than Sound: I Burn for You
8pm
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Sunday 12 February
Dan's Meadow Sunday Late Riser Car Boot Sales
Sellers 11.00, Buyers 12.00
Dan’s Meadow, Woodbridge
For more information see: What's on Woodbridge
Sunday 12 February
Fat Cat Comedy Club
8pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Sunday 12 February
Weekend Wildlife Walk
Start at 9.30 am (2.5 - 3 hours)
RSPB Minsmere
Join us for a seasonal weekend walk to look for breeding birds, flowers, insects, migrants, wintering ducks and a host of other wildlife highlights that may be present at the time.
This event also takes place on Sat 25 February.
Please see RSPB Minsmere, Saxmundham to book.
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children half price
Sunday 12 February
Valentines Firewalk – Would you walk over hot coals for the one you love?
4pm
Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club


Firewalk


For more information see: What's on Bury St Edmunds
Sunday 12 February
Royal Mistresses
The West Wing at Ickworth
Author of 2 historic books, Roger Powell will be giving an insight into the world of Royal Mistresses. For more information see: The West Wing at Ickworth
Monday 13 February
Junior Golf Day at The Stoke by Nayland Hotel
The Stoke by Nayland Hotel
These Golf Academy days will be great fun and help you learn or improve your game. Competitions, prizes and lunch. For full details please see: The Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa
Tuesday 14 February
Active Session
11:15
Bury St Edmunds Leisure Centre
For more information see: What's on Bury St Edmunds
Wednesday 15 February
Shipshape
The Ship Inn
For more information see: The Ship Inn
Wednesday 15 February
Nest Box Making and Family Fun
10.30am - 1.30pm
Bradfield Woods
For more information see: Half Term Things to do in Suffolk
Thursday 16 February
Smetana Piano Trio
7.30pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Thursday 16 February
Active Session
11:15am
Haverhill Leisure Centre
Following on from the success of our other sessions with Abbeycroft Leisure, this Active Session is a gentle aerobic programme to help you with your New Years Resolution!
This session is a gentle aerobic session, designed to increase strength, flexibility and suppleness. Go at your own pace and meet some new faces!
Free
Contact Hanna at hannah@suffolkcircle.org.uk or see: Suffolk Circle for more details.
Venue Address: Ehringshausen Way, Haverhill, CB9 0ER
Friday 17 February
Mix n Blend
6.30pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Friday 17 February
DanceEast Academy 2012 Open Days
Ipswich


Dance East


The DanceEast Academy offers young people with exceptional potential and talent the opportunity to access high quality dance training and provides world class, non-residential dance programmes to young people aged 10 - 18 years.
For more information and other dates available, please see: Dance East
Friday 17 February
Junior Golf Day at The Stoke by Nayland Hotel
The Stoke by Nayland Hotel
These Golf Academy days will be great fun and help you learn or improve your game. Competitions, prizes and lunch. For full details please see: The Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa
Saturday 18 February
Buddy Greco Big Band & Lezlie Anders
7.30pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Saturday 18 February
Chantry Grasshoppers Football Club Family Race Night
Doors open 7pm for a 7.30pm start
Whitehouse Community Centre
For more information see: What's on Ipswich
Saturday 18 February
Southwold Concert Series: The Sacconi Quartet
15:00
St Edmund’s Church


The Sacconi Quartet


For more information see:
Music Concerts in Suffolk
Saturday 18 February
The Meanings of Water
11am
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Saturday 18 February
‘Suffolk Hoards’ – talk by Mark Mitchells.
7.30pm
Rendham Village Hall IP17
An illustrated talk by local historian Mark Mitchells about the famous hoards of gold and silver that have been found in Suffolk.
This is the winter’s final talk in Rendham - don’t miss it!
Ticket Prices: £6 or pay on the door
Contact: hpaygre@aol.com, 01728 663485 OR 01728 663295
Venue Address: Rendham Village Hall, IP17 (Next to Rendham Church on B1119)
Sunday 19 February
THE Wedding Fayre...!
11.00am till 4.00pm
The Barrandov Opera
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 19 February
Jazz Sunday Lunch
The Mill Hotel
For more information see: The Mill Hotel, Sudbury
Sunday 19 February
THE ULTIMATE WEDDING FAIR
11 am till 4 pm
UCS WATERFRONT BUILDING, IPSWICH
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 19 February
The Suffolk Golf and Leisure Hotel Wedding Fayre
11am till 3pm
The Suffolk Golf and Leisure Hotel
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 19 February
The Spring Wedding Expo
10.30am-3.30pm
Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
Wedding Fair - For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Monday 20 February to Saturday 25 February
DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS
Marina Theatre
Top West End show heading East. For more information see: Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
Tuesday 21 February
Pancake Day at The Six Bells
The Six Bells
Free sugar and lemon pancakes with every meal from the evening menu board. For details, please see: The Six Bells, Preston St Mary
Tuesday 21 February
Pancake Day at Jimmy's Farm
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Tuesday 21 February
Cupcake Business Workshop
Sugarplum Cupcakes, Woodbridge
Sugarplum Cupcakes will be hosting a Cupcake Business Workshop on Tuesday 21st February. During the 2 hour discussion led session you will receive all the information you need to confidently launch your business. For more information and booking, please see: Sugarplum Cupcakes
Wednesday 22 February
Zumba
11:00am
Bury St Edmunds Leisure Centre
For more information see: What's on Bury St Edmunds
Thursday 23 February
PIE & A PINT
The Ship Inn
For more information see: The Ship Inn
Thursday 23 February
Lunch at The Cock Inn
12:00
The Cock Inn
Lunches are always popular, and this one will be no exception.
Come and join Suffolk Circle members for a great two course lunch in this traditional pub, renowned for it''s warm friendly atmosphere and fantastic food. The Cock Inn will provide the food, Suffolk Circle members will provide the company and all you have to do is buy a drink!
Tickets: £12
Contact Hanna at hannah@suffolkcircle.org.uk or see: Suffolk Circle for more details.
Venue Address: The Cock Inn, The Green, Polstead, CO6 5AL
Thursday 23 February
Music Evenings at The Ship
The Ship
Contemporary Jazz with home-cooked food, great beer or a nice glass of wine. For more information see: The Ship at Dunwich
Friday 24 February
Paupers' Evening at The Queen's Head
Queen’s Head, Bramfield
For more details see: Queen's Head, Bramfield
Friday 24 February
3 Daft Monkeys
8pm
The Apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Friday 24 February to Saturday 25 February
The Forest
Friday 24 1.30pm, Saturday 25 February 11.00am and 2.00pm
Jerwood DanceHouse


The Forest


For more information, please see: Dance East
Saturday 25 February
Gainsborough House
11:00
Gainsborough House
The birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough is now a museum and gallery, and it''s right on our doorstep!
Housing the largest collection of Gainsborough''s work on display in Britain at any one time, Gainsborough's house really is a Suffolk gem. Come along and view the paintings and memorabilia in this beautiful Georgian house.
Tickets: £6
Contact Hanna at hannah@suffolkcircle.org.uk or see: Suffolk Circle for more details.
Venue Address: Gainsborough's House, 46 Gainsborough Street, Sudbury, CO10 2EU
Saturday 25 February
Optimising the Learning Environment
9am-4.30pm
Gainsborough Library
For more information see: What's on Ipswich
Saturday 25 February
Gardening talks with Suffolk Plant Herriage
2.30pm
Stowupland Village Hall
`Women Gardeners` by Dr Catherine Horwood. Catherine has just moved to Clare. She is an author of many books, the latest being `Gardening Women – their stories from 1600 to the present day`
Tickets: Plant Heritage members – free. Non-members - £3.00. Please pay at the door.
Venue Address: Stowupland Village Hall, IP14 4AL
Saturday 25 February
All You Need is Love
7.30pm
Carlton Colville Community Centre
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Sunday 26 February
Quiz night at The Queen's Head
8pm
Queen’s Head, Bramfield
For more details see: Queen's Head, Bramfield
Sunday 26 February
Wedding Open Day
10am - 4pm
Glemham Hall
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Tuesday 28 February
Lunch and talk at Elvedon
14:00
Elvedon Estate
Fancy an afternoon of luxury? Come and join us at the beautiful Elveden Estate.
The Elveden Estate is a world class local food producer and seller. We will be having a delicious two course lunch, followed by a talk about the history of the estate, its conservation and vision for the future. Why not pick up some lovely foodie gifts whilst you are there?
Tickets: £18
Contact Hanna at hannah@suffolkcircle.org.uk or see: Suffolk Circle for more details.
Venue Address: London Road, Elvedon, IP24 3TQ
Wednesday 29 February
Shipshape
The Ship Inn
For more information see: The Ship Inn
Wednesday 29 February
Lunch at The Punchbowl
11:00
The Punch Bowl Inn
The Punch Bowl is in the heart of the beautiful Suffolk Countryside, and is owned by the community of Battisford.
After being empty for some time, community members decided to take action into their own hands and re-open the pub as a community inn last year so it promises to be the friendliest pub in Suffolk!
We will be having a two course meal, Suffolk Circle members will be providing the company and all you have to do is buy a drink and enjoy yourself!
Tickets: £12
Contact Hanna at hannah@suffolkcircle.org.uk or see: Suffolk Circle for more details.
Venue Address: Bowl Road, Battisford, Stowmarket, IP14 2LQ
Wednesday 29 February
Leap Year Day at The Six Bells
The Six Bells
For details, please see: The Six Bells, Preston St Mary
Wednesday 29 February
Discovering Minsmere
9.30 am
RSPB Minsmere
Join us to learn about the reserve’s birds and other wildlife, as well as the habitats we have here and how we manage them. Our guides will show you Minsmere’s varied wildlife, give tips on good fieldcraft, and help you to get the most from your visit to one of Britain’s premier birdwatching spots. Suitable for all abilities.
Please see RSPB Minsmere, Saxmundham to book.
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children half price
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What's on Suffolk  March 2012
Thursday 1 March
PO International Guest Orchestra - European Union Chamber Orchestra
Marina Theatre
For more information see: Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
Friday 2 March
Wine and Food Evening at The Westleton Crown
7pm
The Westleton Crown
We will be serving a selection of wines from different countries - starting with a sparkling rosé on arrival, two whites, three reds and finishing with a dessert wine. We will have a wine expert on hand to talk through each wine discussing why it has been chosen to compliment the menu for the evening.
For more details, please see: The Westleton Crown
Saturday 3 March
Complementary Therapies Open Day
10am - 3pm
Sudbury Physiotherapy Centre
Now, to mark the first anniversary of the move to their fantastic new premises in Cornard Road, Sudbury Physiotherapy Centre will be holding its first Complementary Therapies Open Day on Saturday 3rd March 2012. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone to come along and have a chat with the therapists who work at the centre and find out more about the services on offer and how they could help, and maybe even to have a free taster session of some of the therapies available – no pressure, and no obligation!
Light refreshments will be provided so why don’t you come down for a coffee, cake and a chat!
FREE
Contact Tel: 01787 378 178 or email: sudburyphysio@hotmail.co.uk
Venue Address: 8 Cornard Road, Sudbury,CO10 2XA
Saturday 3 March
Produce and Craft Market at Jimmy's Farm
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Saturday 3 March
Suffolk Orchid Society Annual Show
10am - 4 pm
St Michael’s Church Centre


The Suffolk Orchid Society


For more information see: Fetes, Fairs and Shows in Suffolk
Sunday 4 March
Walk of Thoughts
10:30am (registration from 10am)
Felixstowe
The sixth annual Walk of Thoughts for St Elizabeth Hospice will take place on Sunday 4th March 2012 at Felixstowe.
The circular six-mile route will take around three hours and starts from the Clifflands Car Park, Cliff Road, and goes along the beach and the River Deben.
Beforehand, there will be a remembrance service, led by Revd Jane Kingsnorth, St Elizabeth Hospice chaplain, at 10.30am, which will provide an opportunity for reflection for all the walkers, not just those with a connection to the Hospice.
The sponsored event attracts keen walkers, as well as those remembering loved ones.
The walk is open to people of all ages and dogs are welcome, providing they are kept on leads.
Walkers can register in advance or on the day from 10am. Registration fees are £7 for adults in advance (or £8 on the day) and £5 for children under 16 in advance (or £4 on the day).

For more information or to register, please visit www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk or contact the fundraising team on 01473 723600.
Venue Address: Clifflands Car Park, Cliff Road, Felixstowe, IP11 9SA
Sunday 4 March
Wedding Open Day
The Mill Hotel
For more information see: The Mill Hotel, Sudbury
Sunday 4 March
Wedding Fair at The Grange Hotel Thurston
The Grange Hotel Thurston
For more informaiton see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 4 March
Wedding Open Day
11am - 2pm
Best Western Ufford Park Hotel, Golf & Spa
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 4 March
Wedding Open Day
11am-4pm
The Stoke by Nayland Hotel
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Monday 5 March to Saturday 10 March
A Celebration of Schools’ Music
7pm
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Wednesday 7 March
Follow up fish fight Kitchen Club
Suffolk Food Hall
Please see Suffolk Food Hall, Ipswich.
Thursday 8 March
Adults only Comedy Night
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Friday 9 March
Live music with Matt Shepherd and Jon Buck
9pm
Queen’s Head, Bramfield
For more details see: Queen's Head, Bramfield
Friday 9 March
Psychic Night
Stowupland Village Hall
Psychic night with Fiona Nichols @ Stowupland Village Hall on Friday 9th March 2012. Advance tickets cost £8, all proceeds go to Stowmarket and Area Opportunity Group charity number 299613. For tickets please email info@stepping-stones-group.org.uk
Tickets: £8
Venue Address: Stowupland Village Hall, IP14 4BQ
Friday 9 March
Discovering Minsmere
9.30 am
RSPB Minsmere
Join us to learn about the reserve’s birds and other wildlife, as well as the habitats we have here and how we manage them. Our guides will show you Minsmere’s varied wildlife, give tips on good fieldcraft, and help you to get the most from your visit to one of Britain’s premier birdwatching spots. Suitable for all abilities.
This event also takes place on Thu 15 March and Fri 23 March.
Please see RSPB Minsmere, Saxmundham to book.
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children half price
Saturday 10 March
Elgar's The Kingdom
7.30pm
St Edmundsbury Cathedral


Stowmarket Chorale


For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Saturday 10 March to Sunday 11 March
Science Festival
Jimmy’s Farm
As part of National Science Week, Jimmy is planning a fantastic Science Festival to get us all excited about science in food, farming and animals.
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Saturday 10 March
Novelty Cupcake Workshop
Sugarplum Cupcakes, Woodbridge


SugarPlum


Spend four hours mastering the art of hand modelling with sugarpaste to create four unique animal cupcake designs. For details and booking, please see: Sugarplum Cupcakes
Sunday 11 March
Wedding Fair
11am-4pm
Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 11 March
Wedding Fair at The Bedford Lodge Hotel
The Bedford Lodge Hotel, Newmarket
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 11 March
Spectacular Bridal Show
11am - 4pm
The Athenaeum


The Athaneum


For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 11 March
Weekend Wildlife Walk
Start at 9.30 am (2.5 - 3 hours)
RSPB Minsmere
Join us for a seasonal weekend walk to look for breeding birds, flowers, insects, migrants, wintering ducks and a host of other wildlife highlights that may be present at the time.
This event also takes place on Sat 17 March and Sun 25th March.
Please see RSPB Minsmere, Saxmundham to book.
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children half price
Wednesday 14 March
Open Session: Group A
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Saturday 17 March
'Impro on the Pier!'
Southwold Pier
Supper and improvised theatre. For more details see: Southwold Pier
Saturday 17 March
Yummy Mummy Fun Day 2012
11:00 - 16:00
Trimely Sports and Social Club
For more details see: Mother's Day in Suffolk
Saturday 17 March
The Janet Seidel Trio
7.30pm
St Bartholomew’s Church, Orford
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Saturday 17 March
St Patricks Day at The Mill Hotel
The Mill Hotel
For more information see: The Mill Hotel, Sudbury
Saturday 17 March
''go & grow'' An Introduction to Growing Your Own Fruit & Veg
10am - 3pm
St Luke’s Church Hall
For more information see: What's on Ipswich
Saturday 17 March to Sunday 18 March
Mothers Day Weekend
10am-5pm
Suffolk Owl Sanctaury - Stonham Barns
For more information see: Stonham Barns Leisure and Retail Complex
Sunday 18 March
Mother's Day at The Mill Hotel
The Mill Hotel
For more information see: The Mill Hotel, Sudbury
Monday 19 March to Saturday 24 March
Funny Peculiar
Marina Theatre
For more information see: Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
Thursday 22 March
Music Evenings at The Ship
The Ship
Contemporary Jazz with home-cooked food, great beer or a nice glass of wine. For more information see: The Ship at Dunwich
Sunday 25 March
THE Wedding Fayre...!
11.00am till 4.00pm
The Cameo Hotel
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 25 March
Open Garden
10am - 4pm
The Olde Coach House
Open Garden, over 2 acres of Daffodils
running down to the banks of the River Waveney.
Tombola, Cake stall, Craft Stalls, Charity stalls, Teas, Cakes, Refreshments.
In aid of East Anglian Air Ambulance, Big C, Prostate Cancer.
Sorry no dogs.
Venue Address: The Olde Coach House, The Street, Brockdish, Diss, IP21 4JY
Sunday 25 March to Tuesday 27 March
Swan Lake - Moscow City Ballet & Orchestra
Marina Theatre
For more information see: Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
Sunday 25 March
Jazz Sunday Lunch
The Mill Hotel
For more information see: The Mill Hotel, Sudbury
Sunday 25 March
Wedding Fair at The Cornwallis Country Hotel
The Cornwallis Country Hotel, Eye
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Saturday 31 March
AN EASTER OFFERING
7.30pm
St. Michael’s Church
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Saturday 31 March
Opening of the Butterfly House and brand New Round House
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Saturday 31 March
Casino Night - Friends of Somersham School
7pm till late
Somerham Village Hall
For more information see: What's on Ipswich
Saturday 31 March
Gardening talks with Suffolk Plant Herriage
2.30pm
Stowupland Village Hall
`Climbers – in particular Roses and Clematis` by Kathy Brown. Kathy and her husband manage a four and a half acre garden in Bedfordshire, which has eighteen different areas of interest. It is open to the public.
Tickets: Plant Heritage members – free. Non-members - £3.00. Please pay at the door.
Venue Address: Stowupland Village Hall, IP14 4AL
Saturday 31 March
Havergate’s hares
Boats depart at 9 am, 10 am, 12 pm and 1 pm (4 hours each)
RSPB Minsmere
Havergate is a great place to watch brown hares, especially in spring. Join us on a trip to this special island in search of these fantastic mammals. Will you be lucky enough to see them boxing? There will be a good variety of migrant wading birds, late departing ducks, barn owls, little egrets and much more to see.
This event also takes place on Sun 1 and Mon 2 April.
Please see RSPB Minsmere, Saxmundham to book.
Members £12, non members £15 (no child discount).
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What's on Suffolk  April 2012
Sunday 1 April
Spring Wedding Open Day
11am - 5pm
Tuddenham Mill
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 1 April
Aldeburgh’s Big BROADWAY Shout
2pm
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Tuesday 3 April
GRETCHEN PETERS in concert
7.30pm doors
the apex
For more information: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Wednesday 4 April
Easter Kitchen Club
Suffolk Food Hall
Please see Suffolk Food Hall, Ipswich.
Friday 6 April to Sunday 8 April
Easter Weekend
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Saturday 7 April
Produce and Craft Market at Jimmy's Farm
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Saturday 7 April
REAL Craft Fair
10am-4pm
Mid Suffolk Showground/ Stonham Barns
For more information, please see: Stonham Barns Leisure and Retail Complex
£2.00
Sunday 8 April
Easter Sunday Lunch
The Mill Hotel
For more information see: The Mill Hotel, Sudbury
Sunday 8 April to Monday 9 April
Easter Egg Hunt
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
Tuesday 10 April to Saturday 14 April
Murder On The Nile
Marina Theatre
For more information see: Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
Thursday 12 April
Adults only Comedy Night
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Saturday 14 April
Mendelssohn's ELIJAH performed by Trianon Music Group
7.30pm
Ipswich Corn Exchange
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Saturday 14 April
Kenton Hall Estate Wedding Open Day
10am - 3pm
Kenton Hall Estate


Kenton Hall Estate


For more information see: WEdding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 15 April
Grand Bridal Fayre
11am-4pm
Malthouse Event Centre
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 15 April
DanceEast Academy 2012 Open Days
Ipswich


Dance East


The DanceEast Academy offers young people with exceptional potential and talent the opportunity to access high quality dance training and provides world class, non-residential dance programmes to young people aged 10 - 18 years.
For more information and other dates available, please see: Dance East
Sunday 15 April
The Truly Marvellous Wedding Fair
11am - 4pm
Kenton Hall Estate


Kenton Hall Estate


For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 15 April
A CELEBRITY LECTURE with Suffolk Plant Herriage
2.30pm
Trinity Park
`Planting in the English Garden`by Ursula Buchan with pictures by Andrew Lawson

Tickets (including tea): Members £12.00, Non-members £15.00
Apply to: Annabel Thorogood 07801 431427 / annabel.thorogood@gmail.com
Venue Address: Ipswich, IP3 8UH
Sunday 15 April
Young Farmers Show
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
Tuesday 17 April to Saturday 21 April
Anything Goes
7.45pm
Beccles Public Hall
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Sunday 22 April
THE Wedding Fayre...!
11.00am till 4.00pm
Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 22 April
Michael Buble Tribute Lunch
The Mill Hotel
For more information see: The Mill Hotel, Sudbury
Thursday 26 April
Music Evenings at The Ship
The Ship
Contemporary Jazz with home-cooked food, great beer or a nice glass of wine. For more information see: The Ship at Dunwich
Saturday 28 April to Sunday 29 April
Spring Celebration
10 am – 4 pm
RSPB Minsmere
Minsmere in spring is a real delight. Watch and listen as birds establish breeding territories and start to nest. Many will already have young, and we’ll show you the highlights with our experienced guides and wardens at key points around the reserve. We’ll also show you early insects and flowers, and look for Minsmere’s popular livestock. This is a great opportunity to discover what makes Minsmere so special.
Please see RSPB Minsmere, Saxmundham to book.
Saturday 28 April to Sunday 29 April
Bird ringing demonstration
10am - 4pm
RSPB Minsmere
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 (www.waveneybirdclub.com) will explain what information we learn about birds’ lifestyles through ringing.
Please see RSPB Minsmere, Saxmundham to book.
Free event, but normal reserve entry fees apply.
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What's on Suffolk  May 2012
Friday 4 May to Sunday 6 May
ULR Premier Rugby Sevens and Beer Festival
Friday evening, all day saturday and sunday
Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club


Premier Rugby Sevens


For more information see: Suffolk Festivals
Sunday 6 May
BECCLES ANTIQUES STREET MARKET
08.00-16.30
BECCLES TOWN CENTRE


Beccles Antiques Market


The first of the two Beccles Antiques Street Markets held in the centre of Beccles will take place on Sunday 6th May, Bank Holiday weekend (the second being on 2nd September). From its launch in 2009 this event has become an established date in the antique dealers and collectors calendar. For full details, please see: Markets and Car Boot Sales in Suffolk
Friday 11 May to Saturday 12 May
Danza Contemporanea de Cuba
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Friday 11 May to Sunday 13 May
Fireworks: Ceramics and Glass:
Blackthorpe Barn
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn
Saturday 12 May
Tandem Sky-Dive
8.15am
Beccles Air Field


Out and About


Experience the thrill of a lifetime and raise money for disabled children and young people by doing a tandem parachute jump.
Just imagine standing at the door of a plane at 10,000 feet - that's nearly two miles high! You''re nervous, the wind is roaring in your ears, and you jump!
Free you just need to raise £350
Contact: Tracy Wilson, Out and About, Claydon Court, Claydon, IP6 0AE
Venue Address: Beccles Air Field, Beccles, Ellough, NR34 7TE
Sunday 13 May
National Mills Weekend & Food Event
11am-5pm
Pakenham Water Mill
For more information see: Pakenham Water Mill, Bury St Edmunds
Wednesday 16 May to Thursday 17 May
Eastern Angles present 'Private Resistance'
Blackthorpe Barn
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn
Friday 18 May
SHOPPING DAY in support of CANCER RESEARCH UK
10 am - 3.30 pm
LAVENHAM VILLAGE HALL
Please join us in Lavenham to support Cancer Research UK. Over 15 stalls selling quality shoes (Hot Footed), clothes, jewellery, fashion accessories, linens and much more!
Light lunches available - £5 inc wine.
Everyone welcome!
Tickets: £3 entrance to Cancer Research UK (£2 after 1pm) to include beverages.
Venue Address: Church St, Lavenham, CO10 9QT
Friday 18 May to Saturday 19 May
Belcea Quartet: Beethoven Cycle
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Saturday 19 May
The Hadleigh Show
Gates open to the general public - 8am
Holbecks Park
For more information see: Fetes, Fairs and Shows in Suffolk
Saturday 26 May
An Audience with Lesley Garrett & The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Marina Theatre
For more information see: Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
Sunday 27 May
Plant Heritage Spring Plant Fair
Helmingham Hall Gardens


Helmingham Hall Gardens


For more details, please see: Helmingham Hall Gardens
Sunday 27 May
East Anglian Dragon Boat Festival 2012
All day
Nicholas Everitt Park
Teams of up to 11 people from local companies, organisations and groups of friends are encouraged to sign up to take part in the Festival to raise funds for local charity St Elizabeth Hospice.

Teams will get a minimum of 3 races, all equipment including the 30’ dragon boats is provided and no experience necessary!

For spectators there is racing every few minutes and bankside activities including a funfair, inflatables and catering stands.
Free to spectators. Contact organisers for team entry fees.
Contact: Gable Events on 01780 470718 or info@gable-events.co.uk
Venue Address: Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, NR33 9JR
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What's on Suffolk  June 2012
Monday 4 June
Boxford Community Fair and Street Party
12.00 till late
Boxford, Suffolk
To celebrate the 60th anniversary of The Queen's coronation and the impending Olympic Games, the parishes of Boxford, Edwardstone and Groton are holding a Community Fair and Street Party on Monday 4 June 2012. You are warmly invited to come and join the fun!

Events planned include a champagne breakfast at Edwardstone Parish Hall on Saturday 2 June, a street party for all the children in the three parishes, a ''Mini-Olympics'' on Boxford Playing Fields, a soap-box derby from Groton, an Olympic Torch Run at The White Horse, Edwardstone, photographic and art exhibitions, a Duck Race, Children's Fancy Dress Tea Party and games, Senior Citizens' afternoon tea, a GeoCache trail, performances throughout the day with music and dancing into the night to suit all tastes and much, much more.

For more information see: http://www.boxford2012.org/WebPages/Boxford-2012.aspx
Venue Address: The main events will take place in the main street in Boxford, but others will take place throughout the three parishes.
Monday 4 June
Magic Monday
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
Wednesday 6 June
Open Session: AYM
4pm
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Friday 8 June to Sunday 24 June
65th Aldeburgh Festival
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Sunday 17 June
Vintage Power Day
11am - 5pm
Pakenham Water Mill
Vintage & classic cars. For more information see: Pakenham Water Mill, Bury St Edmunds
Sunday 17 June
A Day in the Country
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
Saturday 23 June
Whelnetham Pre Rally Jubilee Dance
7:30pm
Whelnetham Community Centre
For more information see: What's on Bury St Edmunds
Sunday 24 June
Whelnetham Jubilee Vintage Car Bike and Tractor Rally
11am - 4:30pm
Whelnetham Community Centre
For more information see: What's on Bury St Edmunds
Monday 25 June to Saturday 30 June
Hair
Marina Theatre
For more information see: Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
Monday 25 June to Sunday 8 July
Wimbledon Tennis Championships at The Mill Hotel
The Mill Hotel
For more information see: The Mill Hotel, Sudbury
Friday 29 June to Sunday 1 July
Maverick Festival
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
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What's on Suffolk  July 2012
Sunday 8 July
The British London 10K Run
9.35am
London Hyde Park


Out and About


It’s the year the Olympics are coming to town!The British 10k London Run is just 19 days before the Olympics opening ceremony, so the buzz is going to be immense, it’s one of the most prestigious and sought-after 10K road races which is staged on the world’s greatest route through the heart of central London, come and join our team of six volunteers along with 25,000 other runners, you won’t be on your own.

You’ll get the opportunity to run past many of the world famous landmarks including: Big Ben, The London Eye, St Paul’s Cathedral, Trafalgar Square and Westminster Abbey. You don’t need to be an Olympic champion, all abilities are welcome.

We have six guaranteed places up for grabs for just £35 each. In return, we are asking you to raise a minimum of £300 for Out and About, which will help us to continue making a difference to the lives of disabled children and young people through our three core aims which are to:

Contact: Tracy Wilson on 01473 839240 or tracy.wilson@oaa.co.uk
Venue Address: Starting line is Hyde Park, then run around London, SW1X 7LY
Thursday 12 July to Sunday 15 July
Latitute Festival
Henham Park
Tickets & line-up coming in the Spring
Friday 20 July
Aldeburgh World Orchestra I
8pm
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Saturday 21 July
Handmade Contemporary Summer Craft and Design Fair
10am- 4pm
The Old School
For more information see: Markets and Car Boot Sales in Suffolk
Contact: email: dee@marbleevents.co.uk or 07824 888 346 or see: www.wearehandmade.co.uk
Venue Address: Hall Street, Long Melford, CO1O 9AA

Sunday 22 July
Party in the Park
11am to 9pm
Belle View Park, Sudbury
More details to follow later.
Sunday 22 July
Jazz at The Pavilion 2012
12.00 until 18.00
The Pavilion


Jazz at the Pavillion


For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Sunday 22 July
Exchanging Worlds
Aldeburgh Music
For more information on this, and details of other events this year, please see: Aldeburgh Music
Sunday 29 July
Suffolk Dog Day
Helmingham Hall Gardens


Helmingham Hall Gardens


For more details, please see: Helmingham Hall Gardens
Sunday 29 July
Motor Show
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
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What's on Suffolk  August 2012
Saturday 4 August to Sunday 5 August
Southwold Model Railway Exhibition
Sat 1000-1700, Sun 1000-1630
Saint Felix School
Southwold Model Railway Exhibition is the largest, and the only two-day, club organised model railway exhibition in East Anglia! Regularly attracting over 2,500 visitors, it caters for all aspects and levels of modelling interest, in fact from Toy Trains to Finescale Modelling! Hornby Magazine are attending along with a featured layout. Various demonstrations of modelling techniques and tips will take place throughout both days, not to be missed is Roy Hickman''s model tree making. As well as around twenty “table height” railway layouts there are live-steam train and traction engine rides, provided by Halesworth & District Model Engineers. Trade stands include those selling new and pre-owned model railway Locomotives, Rolling Stock etc. Kits, Paints, Materials, Books, DVDs etc. The event has wheelchair access to all areas, there is a free car park and light refreshments will be available. The raffle will be supporting the RNLI and East Anglian Air Ambulance and Thomas (the tank engine) and Friends Zip Pulls will be on sale on behalf of the National Autistic Society.
Special guest Sunday only Richard Spendlove MBE, BBC Regional Radio Presenter, Creator and Co-writer of TV Comedy series "Oh Dr Beeching".
Admission is £5.00 for adults, £4.00 seniors and children £3.00.
Telephone contact 01502 476743 or Email waveneyvalleymrc@aol.com
Venue Address: Halesworth Road (A1095), Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6SD
Sunday 5 August
Festival of Classic & Sports Cars
Helmingham Hall Gardens


Helmingham Hall Gardens


For more details, please see: Helmingham Hall Gardens
Sunday 5 August
Donkey Show
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
Wednesday 8 August
2012 East Games
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
Wednesday 15 August
Family Fun Day and Teddy Bears Picnic
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
Monday 27 August
Magic Monday
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
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What's on Suffolk  September 2012
Saturday 1 September to Sunday 2 September
Helmingham Country Fair
Helmingham Hall Gardens


Helmingham Hall Gardens


For more details, please see: Helmingham Hall Gardens
Saturday 8 September to Sunday 30 September
Artworks
Blackthorpe Barn
For more information see: Blackthorpe Barn
Sunday 9 September
Heritage Weekend
11am - 5pm
Pakenham Water Mill
For more information see: Pakenham Water Mill, Bury St Edmunds
Saturday 15 September
Birds of Prey Experience
Assington Mill
For more information and booking see: Assington Mill
Sunday 16 September
Plant Heritage Autumn Plant Fair
Helmingham Hall Gardens


Helmingham Hall Gardens


For more details, please see: Helmingham Hall Gardens
Sunday 23 September
Kingfisher Sinfonietta Concert
7.30pm
St Michaels Church
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
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What's on Suffolk  October 2012
Sunday 7 October
Bridal Show
11am - 4pm
The Apex


The Apex


For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Saturday 27 October to Sunday 4 November
Halloween Fun
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
Wednesday 31 October
Halloween Spooky Night
Easton Farm Park
For more information see: Easton Farm Park
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What's on Suffolk  November 2012
Friday 16 November
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - 2012 Season Finale
Marina Theatre
For more information see: Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
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What's on Suffolk  December 2012
Monday 17 December
"Shoot with the Chef" day at Box Tree Farm
The Bildeston Crown
For more information see: The Bildeston Crown
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What's on Suffolk  January 2013
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