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They are retained for interest, research and reference purposes only.
Sunday 1st November 2009
Apple Day
Foxburrow Farm, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, near Woodbridge
Organised by Foxburrow Education Centre
For the benefit of Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Starts 1:00pm - Ends 4:00pm
Charges: Adults £2, children £1
Event for all the family - stalls, activities, crafts and refreshments. Bring an apple or pear for identification.
Contact Kirsty Rosie Tel. 01394 380113
Sunday 1st November 2009
1st Annual Inter-Pub Conker Championship
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard
Organised by Ye Olde Bell and Steelyard
For the benefit of Help for Heroes
Starts 1300 - Ends 1900 ish
Charges: Free admission but small donation to H4H would be appreciated
Watch teams from each pub battle for the opportunity to hold next year's prestigious event.Help the judges & stewards watch out for cheating! Come and support H4H & enjoy a glass or two of your favourite tipple.
Contact
Adrian Batstone
adrian-batstone@btconnect.com
Tel. 01394 382933
Tuesday, 3rd November 2009
RALGA Rendlesham Allotment + LG Assoc.
Rendlesham Community Centre
Organised by Susie Enoch
For the benefit of ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Starts 7:30PM - Ends 9PM
Charges: Free and free refreshments!
AGM and seed swop, we are looking for more members to join our group.
Contact Susie Enoch susie@enoch.fslife.co.uk Tel. 01394 461147
Thursday 5th November 2009
Illustrated talk - Birds of Costa Rica
Woodbridge Community Hall
Organised by Woodbridge RSPB Local Group
For the benefit of anyone interested
Starts 7.30pm - Ends 9.45pm
Charges: Group members £1.50. non-members £2.50 An illustrated talk given by John Wyatt.
Coffee and biscuits served in the interval. Raffle.
Contact Malcolm Key Tel. 01728 723155
Friday 6th November 2009
"From Lancaster Bombers to early Jet Fighters"
The Main Hall, Martlesham Heath Community Centre,
Old Felixstowe Rd (behind Tesco) M.H.
Organised by The Martlesham Heath Aviation Society
For the benefit of Members of the Society, and potential members (you can join on the night if you wish)
Starts 7:30 pm - Ends 10:00 pm
Charges: £1:50 members £2:50 non-members
Ralph Rutherford (long time members of the Society) presents an illustrated talk on his time in the RAF, where he went from Lancaster Bombers to flying the early Jets, including the deHavilland Vampire
Contact Howard King Tel. 01473 274300
FRIDAY 6th November 2009
Buckshee play live at Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard
Starts 2130 - Ends 2330
Charges: Free
Fantastic mix of music from all over the world by this very talented duo. Mick and Mo play everything from traditional Irish Folk to Flamenco, Salsa, Creole, Latin American, Blue Grass. Come and enjoy the fun, real toe tapping stuff for those who are able to resist getting up to dance!
Contact Adrian Batstone Tel. 01394 382933
Saturday 7th November 2007
Supper Club
The Old Coach House, Thornham magna
Organised by Jan Woodley
Starts 7.30 - Ends late
Charges: £20 per head
The Supper Club 3 set courses, coffee and a glass of wine £20 per person Come and meet new people and enjoy great food. Single, with a partner or in a group - everyone gets to mingle and share a great evening. Attend the Supper Club and receive a loyalty card to receive discounts on future visits
Contact Jan Woodley <info@thornhamcoachhouse.co.uk> Tel. 01379 783373
Sunday 8th November 2009
Woodbridge Remembrance Parade and Service Theatre Street
Organised by Woodbridge Town Council & Royal British Legion
Leaving Theatre Street at 1045am.
The Town Mayor, Councillor Les Binns invites members of the public to attend The Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial Market Hill to be followed by an Open Air Remembrance Service on the Market Square.
Contact Chris Walker <admin@woodbridge-suffolk.gov.uk>
Tel. 01394 383599
Sunday 8th November
Remembrance Day Service
The Barrack Square, Martlesham Heath IP5 3RE
Located at the War Memorials
Organised by The Martlesham Heath Aviation Society
For the benefit of Members of the Public
Starts 15:00 - Ends 15:45
Charges: FREE - any Donations to The Poppy Appeal.
This, our Annual Remembrance Day Service, takes place at The Barrack Square, Martlesham Heath, IP5 3RE. The location is at the War Memorials, just past the Main Gate, BT Adastral Park. Parking is available at a Car Park beyond the Barrack Square, and BT Adastral Park Visitors Car Park.
Contact Howard King Tel. 01473 274300 (home)
Sunday 8th November
Jazz n' Lunch
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard
Starts 1200 - Ends 1500
Charges: Free
Enjoy traditional Sunday lunch from just £7.95 or something from our daily menu and relax to the fabulous sound of The Barry Kingston Trio. Alternatively come down for a glass or two of your favourite tipple and simply chill!
Booking recommended.
Contact Adrian Batstone Tel. 01394 382933
Sat/Sun 7th to 29th November 2009
Autumn Exhibition
The Gallery, Tide Mill Way, Woodbridge
Organised by Woodbridge Art Club
For the benefit of
Starts 10am - Ends 4pm
Charges: Free
Exhibition and sale of paintings, pottery and lace. A chance to buy original gifts and artwork.
Contact Bryan King bryan10king@btinternet.com Tel. 01473 635525
Wed 11 and Thur 12 November
Woodbridge Artists' Celebration Exhibition Top Floor Studio, Quayside, Woodbridge
Organised by Top Floor Studio
Starts 5.0pm - Ends 7.0pm
Charges: Admission free
Exhibition of paintings by the Roberts family of Woodbridge artists, John, Annette and Joanna. John has sold pictures around the world and is celebrating 50 years of painting in Woodbridge. Annette specialises in flora and fauna, and Joanna in animals and children. Local scenes will be a feature.
Contact Annette Roberts Tel. 01394 383627
Saturday 14 November 2009
Suffolk Wildlife Trust Coffee Morning
Salvation Army Hall, New Street, Woodbridge
Organised by Suffolk Wildlife Trust, Woodbridge Group
For the benefit of Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Starts 10 am - Ends 12.30 pm
Charges: £1 adults 50p children
Coffee morning with christmas gifts, draw, cakes, children's lucky dip.
Contact Helen Taylor Tel. 01473284251
Sat/Sun 14th to 15th November 2009
Autumn Exhibition
The Gallery, Tide Mill Way, Woodbridge
Organised by Woodbridge Art Club
Starts 10am - Ends 4pm
Charges: Free
Exhibition and sale of paintings, pottery and lace. A chance to buy original gifts and artwork.
Contact Bryan King bryan10king@btinternet.com Tel. 01473 635525
Saturday 14th November 2009
Colin & Harry play live at Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard
103 New Street, Woodbridge, IP12 1DZ
Starts 2100 - Ends 2330
Charges: Free
The local music legends return to our pub for the umpteenth time. Huge repertoire of music including old favourites, ballads and some good old rock & roll. Get here early to grab a table for what will be a great night.
Contact Adrian Batstone Tel. 01394 382933
Saturday and Sunday 14th & 15th November
Farm Shop Food Tasting Event
Friday Street, Saxmundham,Suffolk IP17 1JX
Find us off
A12, turn onto A1094 (map)
Starts 10am - Ends 4pm
Charges: Free
We would like to welcome you to our annual Food Tasting Event. come down and join us and send your taste buds wild!
Tel. 01728 604554
Sunday 15th November 2009
Santa's Arrival
Notcutts Garden Centre
Starts 11.30am - Ends 2.00pm
Charges: Free
The great man himself will arrive at the garden centre at 11.30am in a traditional horse and carriage. It’s free for everyone, so why not pop along and browse for decorations, food and gifts amongst our fantastic themed Christmas displays.
Contact Tel. 01394 445400
Sunday, 15th November, 2009
Hasketon Charity Fair
Hasketon Victory Hall, Tymmes Place, near Woodbridge
Organised by Jenny McWhirter
For the benefit of Many local and national charities
Starts 2.30pm
Charges: 50p to include refreshments. Free parking Charity Fair
Contact Yvonne Gardiner Tel. 01394388443
Thursday 19 November 2009
Illustrated Talk - 100 Years of Bird Ringing and Why
Woodbridge Community Hall
Organised by Suffolk Wildlife Trust, Woodbridge Group
For the benefit of Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Starts 7.30 pm - Ends 9.45 pm
Charges: £2 per person
Illustrated talk by Mark Grantham of the BTO
Contact Helen Taylor Tel. 01473284251
Thursday 19th November 2009
MORE Suffolk Characters
The Red Cross Hall, Chevallier Street, Ipswich
(entry via Lloyds Bank Car Park, Bramford Road junction
Organised by Ipswich Branch, Suffolk Family History Society
For the benefit of Members of the Society, and potential members - you can join on the night if you wish
Starts 7:30 pm - Ends 9:45 pm approx
Charges: £2:00 - open to members and potential members
Mark Michels, former Teacher at Woodbridge School, highly entertaining Speaker much in demand across Suffolk - presents "MORE Suffolk Characters" all about fascinating people from around the region - perhaps you are related to one of them, or came across them when tracing you Family History.
Contact Howard King Tel. 01473 274300
Saturday 21st November
Craft & Gift Fair
Stowmarket High School Stowmarket Suffolk
Organised by Friends of Stowmarket High School
For the benefit of Pupils
Starts 10am - Ends 3pm
Charges: Free
Over 50 different traders from all over east anglia, refreshments served all day, free admission, free parking
Contact Lynn Hiskey Craftfairshs@aol.com
Sat/Sun 21st to 22md November 2009
Autumn Exhibition
The Gallery, Tide Mill Way, Woodbridge
Organised by Woodbridge Art Club
For the benefit of
Starts 10am - Ends 4pm
Charges: Free
Exhibition and sale of paintings, pottery and lace. A chance to buy original gifts and artwork.
Contact Bryan King bryan10king@btinternet.com Tel. 01473 635525
Saturday 21 November 2009
Concert
St Mary's Church Woodbridge
Organised by Woodbridge Choral Society
Starts 7.30
Charges: £9 (£6.50 students)
Concert of classical music with three pieces: Bruckner, Mass in E-minor, Rutter, Gloria, Purcell, Funeral Music for Queen Mary
Contact Pat Naysmith Tel. 01728 689 066
Saturday 21st November 2009
The Aldertones play live at Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard
103 New Street, Woodbridge, IP12 1DZ Organised by For the benefit of
Starts 2100 - Ends 2330
Charges: Free
Great rock n' roll show from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Dougy struts his stuff like no one else. Come on in for a great night of nostalgia.
Contact Adrian Batstone Tel. 01394 382933
Tuesday 24 November 2009
Celebrating the short story: readings and discussion with John Saul
Browsers Bookshop, 60 The Thoroughfare, Woodbridge
Organised by Browsers Bookshop with John Saul
Starts 7.30pm - Ends 9pm
Charges: Free but ticketed
Acclaimed short story writer and Woodbridge resident, John Saul will explain the value and pleasure found in short stories.
Contact Catherine Larner Tel. 01394 388890
Thursday 26th November 2009
Charity Quiz Night inc Fish and Chip Supper
St Clements Sports and Social Club, Foxhall Road, Ipswich, IP3 8LS
Organised by Mark Lay
For the benefit of Ipswich Cats Protection
Starts 19.15 - Ends 22.30
Charges: From £7 per person
Charity Quiz night iao Ipswich Cats Protection. Teams between 2 and 6 people.
Cost per person starts at £7 which includes Fish and Chip Supper and prizes.
Licensed Bar and raffle also available. Pre-booking required
Contact Mark Lay mark.lay@sky.com Tel. 07518 740187
Friday 27th / Saturday 28th November 2009
Murder Mystery evening
The Old Coach House, Thornham magna
Organised by Jan Woodley
For the benefit of Gislingham Variety Club
Starts 7.30 - Ends 10.00pm
Charges: £15
Scared to Death. A Murder Mystery by Mallen Baker for two nights only.
A three course meal and superb entertainment.
Contact Jan Woodley info@thornhamcoachhouse.co.uk Tel. 01379 783373
Friday 27th November 2009
Quiz Night
Woodbridge Community Hall, Station Road, Woodbridge, IP12 4AU
Organised by Quills
Starts 7:30pm - Ends 10:30pm
Charges: £5 per person
Quiz team max. size 6 people. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. Charity raffle. Please reserve a table in advance.
Contact Caroline Tel. 07775 620226
Saturday 27th November 2009
Micky Flynn plays live at Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard
103 New Street, Woodbridge, IP12 1DZ
Starts 2100 - Ends 2330
Charges: Free
Micky returns for his third visit. This guy must be one of the finest left hand guitarists going. Great mixture of classics and rock. His rendition of 'Sweet Home Alabama' has to be one of the best yet! Come on down for a great evening.
Contact Adrian Batstone Tel. 01394 382933
Saturday 28th November 2009
Cafe Noel - Fairtrade Coffee Morning
St John's Church, Castle Street, Woodbridge
Organised by Fairtrade For Woodbridge
Starts 9.30am - Ends 12.00pm
Charges: Free admission, donations accepted for drink and cake Our annual Fairtrade coffee morning held just in time for some excellent Christmas shopping. A fantastic place to pick up some fairly traded crafts, cards and food in a relaxed cafe style environment.
Contact Marc Fowler marc@fairtradeforwoodbridge.org.uk Tel. 01394 470473
Sat/Sun 28th / 29th November 2009
Autumn Exhibition
The Gallery, Tide Mill Way, Woodbridge
Organised by Woodbridge Art Club
For the benefit of
Starts 10am - Ends 4pm
Charges: Free
Exhibition and sale of paintings, pottery and lace. A chance to buy original gifts and artwork.
Contact Bryan King bryan10king@btinternet.com Tel. 01473 635525
Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November
A weekend dedicated to the music of the late Sir William Turner Walton OM.
Full details here...