Sudbury & Long Melford Community News, July 2023

Coast to Coast Walk by Janet and Andy Welsh in aid of Sudbury Hive

Janet and Andy Welsh have completed their 192 mile walk on the Coast to Coast Path from St Bees on the Atlantic Ocean in Cumbria, to Robin Hood's Bay on the North Sea in Yorkshire.

After 17 days of continuous walking, they threw the pebbles they had collected at St Bees into the water at Robin Hood's Bay while, as tradition dictates, dipping their toes in the sea. The most challenging day was the 17 mile stretch from Patterdale to Shap which included over 3,500ft of ascent, but Andy and Janet arrived at their final destination tired but elated. Having never undertaken such a long, demanding walk, they took on this challenge to raise money for the refurbishment of the Hive Community Hub in School Street.

Donations in support of their amazing trek can still be made via the link at gofund. me/545d3c75. All donations, small or large, will be greatly appreciated and make their sore feet and tired limbs worth all their effort!

At the finish pictured seated back right.

The Hive Community Hub provides facilities for local voluntary and charitable groups, who undertake a host of activities, including support for some of the most vulnerable people in our community. Hive has ambitious plans to develop its premises into a modern facility, by renovating this historic former Church to create a much more versatile space for use by local people. The next phase, costing around £70,000, includes remodelling the kitchen to create an office, and completely gutting the existing kitchen so that modern units and equipment can be installed, as well as adding insulation to the roof space above Friars Hall and redecorating.

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Fun day at Lake Avenue

We have had some fantastic donations in recently thanks to a variety of fundraisers. First up is Lake Avenue Stores who held a fun day. Unfortunately, they held it on a day of torrential rain but it didn’t stop play and owners, Mash and Arti Odedra, managed to raise £500.

The fun day was a thank you to their customers for all their support, especially during the Covid 19 pandemic and they really went to town with a magician, games, cakes galore and a fantastic tombola.

Mash said “It was difficult for everyone during the pandemic, but the community stuck by us. It was always in our mind to do a thank you event and on the back of that we thought we could raise some money for a local charity. We asked our followers and My WiSH came up trumps.”

Huge thanks to Mash and Arti and to all those that attended the day. Afternoon teas supports the cancer unit

Mum and daughter duo, Andrea and Jodie Davey served up nearly 130 afternoon teas for the cancer unit at the West Suffolk Hospital and raised an incredible £1983.

The couple wanted to say thank you for the care given to friends and family and, as they both own catering businesses, what better way to do this than to raise money with a pop-up tea shop.

Andrea, owner of Elite Cakes and Buffets and Jodie, who owns Kitty Bakes, sold out of tickets within two minutes with 100 people attending Melton Pavilion and another 30 enjoying their afternoon teas as a takeaway.

Andrea said “We managed to get some wonderful prizes to raffle off too. Lots of these were from Jodie’s friends who are all small business owners. We are pleased to support the Macmillan unit at the West Suffolk Hospital so people can see just where their donation is going”.

Runner runs through the night for the maternity unit

Keen runner, James Seager, did not one 5k park run but 20 park runs starting at 5.30pm and finishing at 9.30am the next day.

James followed the route of the Bury Park Run at Nowton Park with the final lap being on the Saturday morning as the other park runners ran their 5k.

The aim was to raise money for the maternity unit at the hospital as he “wanted to give something back” after the birth of his daughter, Bella and his amazing efforts have resulted in a donation of £575.

James said “I want to ensure everyone receives the same care my wife and Bella received.” It was a complex birth and, at times dangerous, as Bella’s heart rate dropped but James continued to say, “The staff were brilliant from beginning to end and we can’t thank them enough”. You can find out more about your local NHS charity and read both these stories in full at www.mywishcharity.co.uk.

Theatre Performance in St Mary's Chilton

Quill & Inkling are storytellers and their aim is to provide exciting theatrical experiences with dynamic retellings of classic tales. Experience the tales of the last of the great Knights, Don Quixote which will be performed at St Mary's Church on the Chilton Industrial Estate near Sudbury on Friday 4th August at 7pm.

Tickets are £15 for adults, £10 for under 16s, £45 for a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children).

For more information and to book tickets: https://www.quillandinkling.com/

The Mayor writes...

In May I was honoured and privileged to be elected as your Sudbury Mayor for the next twelve months.

I would like to say a big thank you to all those who have sent me emails, cards and face book messages of congratulations. I would also like to thank our wonderful voluntary organisations in Sudbury. They do a fantastic job, and we would be lost without them.

I would like to name them all as my chosen charities but as there are over 250 in Sudbury it would not be possible. However, I have selected two for my year as Mayor. Mental Health is very much a priority with me and the impact this can have on our communities. I am sure that, at some time, we have all been affected. Adrian and I lost a very dear friend when she took her own life, and our daughter is also a mental health nurse. So, one of my charities is the Kernos Centre. They provide counselling and support for people of all ages. They are also celebrating their 20th Anniversary this year. During my 8 years as the Cabinet Member for Housing at Babergh I experienced some sad cases of people who were homeless or at risk of loosing their home. I have shed many tears with some, but I have also shared some very happy moments. Homelessness can and does cause great distress, isolation and loneliness. The Christopher Centre provides support and advice to all those in need and I have pleasure in naming them as my other charity.

I am extremely honoured and privileged to be your Mayor for the next twelve months. I am determined to be a strong advocate for Sudbury throughout Suffolk and beyond as well as for the needs of our people and our communities in Sudbury.

I am hoping that we as a Town Council can put politics to one side and work closely together for the good of our lovely Town. At the time of this going to print I have only attended one event. This was the presentation of the Ascension vouchers. A custom that goes back many years and it was great seeing so many people there as well as members of the Common Lands Trust.

On Sunday 28th May I attended, unofficially, the Suffolk v Shropshire NCCA Trophy 50 Over Competition. Both Adrian and I had a fantastic day with great cricket, lovely weather and nice people. Well done to Sudbury Cricket Club for hosting this prestigious event. It was extremely well organised.

Please do not forget Party in the Park on the 16th July. It is a wonderful opportunity for people and families in Sudbury to have a great day out. I look forward to meeting many of you while out and about, whether it be at an official event, walking around our lovely town or simply out walking. Take care and keep safe,

Jan Osborne Town Mayor of Sudbury

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Taking on 12 miles of swimming over the 12 hours of the night when sensible people should be sleeping was my biggest challenge yet. After a bad start with goggles that must have got damaged as they leaked as soon as I started, I eventually settled into my rhythm and completed the first 6 miles at the more or less the pace I had planned to race at. But having basically completed the distance of a swimming marathon but realising I had it all to still do again, drained me mentally and physically. It became an act of determination until mile 10 when I knew I was into the final quarter, this gave me a second wind in mile 10 and then I got a big boost as my family arrived to cheer me on through miles 11 and 12. In that last mile, I knew I was going to achieved something that I wouldn’t have even dreamed of of attempting 10 years ago!

Thank you to everyone who has sponsored me as I raise funds for Eden’s Youth Centre in Sudbury some are still asking if they can give so here is the link in case that’s something you would like to do https://www. stewardship.org.uk/pages/edens

News from The Christopher Centre

July 2023

Welcome from Linda and Kathy, Centre Coordinators. Wow, summer has finally arrived with a vengeance! Lovely long hot summer days and nights make us all feel happy (if you like the heat). We are all very happy here as you may or may not know, our Receptionists won the award for Group of Volunteers at the Sudbury & District Volunteering Awards 2023. A well-deserved award, our lovely ladies all work so hard and are very conscientious about their role here at the Centre.

We are also very pleased to announce that The Christopher Centre has been nominated as The Town Mayor of Sudbury, Councillor Jan Osborne’s chosen charity of the year along with The Kernos Centre. We are excited to see what the year ahead will be bringing us.

Something for the diary!

We will be holding a Quiz night with Pie ‘n’ Mash on Friday 14th July. Supporting our local pie and mash shop, we will be charging £10.00 per person; a vegetarian option will be available but sadly not a vegan option. Bring your own drink and nibbles, all profits to go the Christopher Centre. It has been another busy month at The Christopher Centre! With new groups taking advantage of our low room hire prices. Why not come along and see if we can provide a space for you and your groups, family functions or a well needed office space away from home!!

We currently have a lovely office available to lease on a monthly or quarterly basis. If you would like to have a look at it, please feel free to pop in and we can show you around or look on our website for more information on size etc. The Christopher Centre is a lovely place to base your office with friendly staff, in the heart of town and a car park on site. Who could ask for more?

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For those of you who are wondering what we do here, The Christopher Centre is a thriving community hub where many local groups run their classes and activities or family events without the mess in your home. We offer a number of rooms available to hire. We also house a number of offices used by local voluntary and community organisations. Our room hire is available on an hourly basis, from £6 per hour. We also promote our own community activities particularly for individuals experiencing menopause, loneliness, isolation or mental health issues.

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Tanya wishes to thank ever ybody who attended her fun filled fancy dress par ty to celebrate turning 40 The St Elizabeth Hospice box in lieu of presents raised £460 in memor y of her dad Garr y Payne Those who still bought lovely gifts again thank you so much A night that will never be forgotten shared with family and friends

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Ebony’s Blog Life at The Shelley Centre

Hello Everyone,

Why not join one of our social groups? Our Adult Group is on Monday mornings at 10am. So, if you want to join a book club (part of our Toptime offer on the first Monday of each month) or just call in for a natter and a hot drink, please come along. Donations are welcome but there is no obligation. On Wednesdays we have a Shared Reading Group open to all. On Thursdays we have Open Space from 2:15pm, if you are interested in having a friendly chat about wellbeing, you can join our relaxed group where you can meet new people, have a chat, make new friends, or just listen in with word puzzles and colouring if you prefer; there is no pressure to take part!

Doesn’t time fly when you’re having fun!. This will be my last blog of the summer term and what a bonkers time we have had with that description. I heard tell we could blame El Nino for the horrible cold wind everyone in East Anglia had to suffer, and the lack of rain.

Practising 2 elements of the Countryside Challenge are Belle and her young rider: posting a letter and opening a gate. The riders must remember to say a ‘thank you’ to the ‘farmer’ as they pass. Our winners will be announced too late for this blog but we have a Facebook page called The Shelley Centre for Therapeutic Riding RDA where successes will be celebrated.

The Hearing Aid Clinic is held on the 3rd Monday of each month. The next visit is on 17th July, when you can come along to pick up new batteries but you will need to make an appointment for repairs by ringing 01473 286060. Please also consider our home library service which is available for anyone who loves to read but cannot get to the library. If you, a relative, or friend would benefit from the service, contact hls@suffolklibraries.co.uk, ring 01473 351249, or let us know at Sudbury library and we will pass the details on to our home library service co-ordinator.

We all say a huge thank you to Mary Thornley for being here every day for two weeks to judge riders doing The Countryside Challenge (beginning June 5th) and Dressage (beginning June 12th) Rosettes are being awarded to all who participate.

Looking ahead to when we resume rides in September there are to be two fund raisers in that month. The much missed Stride Out, date to be confirmed, and a Dog Show on Sunday 24th, so please come and support us then.

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Community Spirit

For children: - Wordplay storytelling, songs and rhymes is for our smallest customers on a Thursday morning at 10. 30am.Play sessions follow immediately afterwards till midday. We have Storytime sessions for children on Saturday mornings from 10.30am. Lego club is on Saturday afternoons at 2.30pm. (50p per child). Our monthly Children’s Book Group will meet on Saturday 22nd July. The next book will be available. Don’t forget our fabulous Summer Reading Challenge which starts this month. The theme this year is Ready, Set Read! The Reading Agency has paired up with The Youth Sports Trust and the aim is to keep our youngsters active in mind and body throughout the summer holidays. Suffolk Libraries is a charity and the money we raise helps us continue to offer all the activities we do across the county. Please consider joining our Friends group; they offer invaluable support for your library.

Our opening hours are 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sundays and we offer printing, photocopying, laminating, scanning to e-mail and use of our computers, plus free Wi-Fi and space to use your own devices.

We can be found in the usual places: - www.suffolklibraries.co.uk or on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Don’t forget, our colleagues at Babergh Customer Access Point are here on Mondays and Thursdays for face-to-face advice; drop in or call 0300 1234000 if you want to book a specific time. Their e-mail address is customer.services@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk

We look forward to seeing you soon, Andrea and everyone at Sudbury Library.

June’s Indoor Market at the Elmsett and Aldham Village Hall was the coolest place to be in the area – it being 28 degrees outside! There was a lovely atmosphere and lots of people enjoying browsing and partaking of the wonderful refreshments provided by the ECO group. The community donation stalls made another £27 that went directly to St Elizabeth Hospice on the day. The total profit made after expenses is accumulating gradually and I will donate the whole sum made from the monthly markets at the end of the year. It currently stands at £240 so a huge thank you to all my lovely stall holders as well as everyone who comes along to support the market, second Saturday of every month.

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Rotary Round-up

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In response to a newspaper appeal from a pupil at St Gregory Primary School in Sudbury, who was concerned that some of her friends appeared to not have enough to eat because of the impact of the current economic situation, the Rotary Club donated £200 towards the purchase of supplementary food. President, Roger Green handed over the Rotary donation when he met Cherry in School. He was joined by Chairman and Trustee of Sudbury Market Town Partnership, Lesley Ford-Platt, who presented a donation of £500 from that charity to also help with providing extra food at lunch-time.

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Now that’s something you don’t see ever y day Maisie, the spr inger and I were meeting the lovely people at Lush Cosmetics in Ipswich because they were donating profits from their Char ity Pot cream to SESAW Suddenly we saw a human striding through the precinct with a tall contraption strapping to his back Apparently it was the Google Ear th guy, mapping the precinct with a 360 ̊ camera And I thought he was there just to photograph me! Mind you, Maisie and I were soon the centre of attention again but I really didn’t know where to look when she rolled on her back for tummy tickles That dog is SO embarrassing! I should explain about Maisie She arr ived at SESAW one Chr istmas, in great pain, hardly able to walk Luckily our talented vet was able to correct a bir th defect on her legs She patiently endured a long recover y per iod, remaining calm as her dressings were changed and licking ever yone who cared for her Two years later our Spaniel enjoys life, goes for shor t walks and loves nothing better than a squeaky toy

On 17 July, the District Governor, Bob Maskall, will be the Club's guest for lunch at Newton Green Golf Club. The social event planned for July 24 will be a visit to Clare Country Park, with a variety of optional activities: beginning with refreshments at the café, and then a choice of visiting the castle ruins, walking the footpath routes, and having lunch in the café or taking along picnics (in Rotary we do like the informality and chance to share our friendships at our picnic lunches!).

Looking ahead to August, we have yet to confirm the speaker for Monday 7, but will be delighted to welcome Andy and Janet Welsh on 14 August when they will recount their amazing adventure, walking 192 miles coast to coast during May this year.

Our volunteers are looking forward to attending the Eight Ash Green Music Festival on 21st July and then it’s all systems go for our own Open Day and Fun Dog Show, 12 - 4 pm on Sunday 29th July at the Sanctuar y

Lots to see, do and eat plus enter tainment from HUG - the Hadleigh Ukulele Group! We are still in need of raffle prizes for this, our happiest day of the year Please join us, you might even see me, Kenny (the Boss) Chihuahua

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Henny Fete and Duck Race

We are also looking forward to welcoming as new members several recent visitors to the Club's lunch-time meetings at Newton Green Golf Club. They will join an organisation which welcomes men and women from all backgrounds, and undertakes numerous projects across the local community and further afield which will benefit others in need. Meetings take place on the first three Mondays of each month and we would be delighted to welcome you. Lunch is optional, but our meetings give an opportunity for us to hear from speakers on topics of interest, follow up on matters concerned with our activities, and to enjoy each other’s company. Please let our Secretary David Taylor (07341 290415) know if you plan to visit us, so that we can advise the restaurant on numbers.

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Saturday 28th July 2018, 12:00-4:00pm at the Henny Swan All the usual games and stalls: Children’s games and for the Adults-Coconut Shy, Bowling for the Pig etc on the banks of the River Stour As well as the annual Duck Race we have Shire Horses on display and a fun Dog Show Entrance Free

Babergh Chair supports a cause close to her heart

New Chair of Babergh District Council will be supporting a cause close to her heart which "offers hope to others".

Cllr Elisabeth Malvisi, Independent member for Long Melford, was elected as the new council Chair on 23 May. Cllr Simon Dowling, Green party member for Hadleigh North, was elected to serve as Vice Chair. For her term, Cllr Malvisi’s chosen charity will be Long Melford Men's Shed. It supports men's mental wellbeing by providing a space which helps reduce isolation, develop new skills and encourage new connections and friendships.

Cllr Malvisi said: “It’s a new local chapter of a national initiative that aims to help raise awareness of the mental health struggles that men can sometimes experience, often in plain sight.

"It creates a space for men to help tackle feelings of isolation and provide a way for them to actively contribute to their community and purpose.

"I have experienced the loss of a son who struggled to face difficult circumstances, and I wanted to take this opportunity to help men across the district recognise their skills and help and support an organisation that offers hope to others.”

Tel: 01206 265180

Cllr Malvisi, who has previously served as the cabinet member for environment, succeeds former Chair Cllr Kathryn Grandon.

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Photo includes Cherry (a pupil at St Gregory Primary School) with Roger Green (President of Sudbury Rotary) and Lesley Ford-Platt (Chairman of Sudbury Market Town Partnership). Photo taken by Matthew Kittle (Deputy Head Teacher).

Facts and Figures from the Past

I recently found some facts about a father and son who caused quite a stir in the surrounding area. They were definitely not saints. The father Charles was murdered, and his son also named Charles was hung for the murder. Charles John Drew senior was an English lawyer at attorney. He lived in Long Melford where he owned two properties: a large house with estate, on the edge of the town and a small office in the High Street. He was quite a character from the information I gleaned. His behaviour caused great concern to his neighbours as he moved his wife and five daughters into the lower part of his house, that was normally reserved for servants. This was so that he could have his mistress living in the upper more comfortably furnished part of the house! The son also called Charles was busy gambling, smuggling, drinking and mixing with the local poachers. He felt abandoned by his father who had refused to fund a university education that he should have received as the son from a wealthy well respected family. Charles was in a relationship with Elizabeth (Betsy) Boyer who was the housekeeper at Liston Hall. It seems that his father did not approve of his son being in a relationship of someone who he considered a much lower class. They were so concerned that Charles would be cut out of the will when his father died, that Betsy convinced Charles that he should shoot his father. Charles was very friendly with Edward Humphries landlord of the Angel in Long Melford. Charles offered Edward £200 to kill his father (that £200 would be roughly worth £23,000 today). On the night of January 31st, Elizabeth provided a short blunderbuss filled with a pack of lead slugs and a cartridge of gunpowder. The three then rode to main family house, had a large brandy each and made their way to the smaller house where they knew Charles senior would be. The following morning a servant found Charles Snr dead, lying on his back by the front door which had been left open. Three pieces of lead were lodged in his body and three further pieces lay nearby. The servant who lived at the premises said he was sound asleep and hadn’t heard anything.

On the 12th of February 1740 the London Gazette offered a pardon to any secondary accomplice who would give information leading to the arrest of the murderer. John Gent from Long Melford also offered a reward of £100. Charles seemingly had disappeared; however, he was eventually found in a brothel in Leicester Fields in London on 15th of March. He had changed his name to Thomas Roberts, he was dressed quite differently to his previous mode of dress. He was arrested and sent to Newgate Prison. He offered Jonathon Keate, one of the jailers a bribe of £1,000 to release him and organise a boat to France. Keate declined and informed the Warden, Mr Ackerman. The following day he was moved to the Prison in BurySt-Edmunds. On the 29th of March he was tried at the Assizes; the Trial lasted for 5 hours and involved 15 witnesses. The Jury found him guilty, his response was he murdered his father because he had refused to pay of his debts. Charles was visited by his sisters before he was publicly hanged on the 12th of April, in front of a large crowd outside the County Jail. He was spared the ignominy of being gibbeted (An upright post to which the body was hung as a public display). He is buried in the chancel of Acton Church due to the influence and persuasion of Rev Charles Umferville, husband of his sister Mary.

They obviously didn’t waste a lot of time keeping someone in prison. 14 days from the trial to his hanging. Maybe they were worried that he may attempt to escape again.

Sue Ayres

Pats Dayz Owt

We had a most enjoyable day at Winchester, which reminded us of an older passenger who was given a Cruise Holiday there a few years ago. We are now looking forward for our day at Dunwich & Southwold

Future days out this year are: -

July 19 Dunwich and Southwold, Aug 3 London Museums Day Trip (Last Few Seats Available), Aug 16 Hunstanton, Sept 20 Van Hages Garden Centre, (similar to the one in CAMBRIDGE which was always popular, 2 - 6 Oct 5-day Holiday in Blackpool, where we hope to see the evening lights from a tram, as well as other day trips out. Nov 15th OR 19TH NOV our annual visits to Thursford Christmas Spectaculars (Wed or Sun).

December this year, sadly the Co-op Juniors are unable to put on the norms; Christmas show.

Instead, this year we are returning to Brick Lane, London for a 3 course Christmas lunch followed by an afternoon of laughter watching “VINCENTS JINGLE BELLS” – an afternoon of enjoyment.

Looking ahead to 7th February 2024 we are booked in for the annual 3 course meal again and an afternoon of laughter watching the Adult Panto, this time “Peter and the Loose Boys”

We also have a brand-new holiday for march 2024.

18 - 22 March 5-day Holiday on the Isle of Wight,

Well, I hope there will be something to please you. I look forward to taking your choices. We do have a fairly new way of doing the booking now. You need to fill in a small sheet containing your name, your choice of date and a signature at the bottom with your cash or cheque in full, and send it or bring it too:

Pat Bennett at 22 Vicarage Lane, Acton, Sudbury, CO10 OUH, or ring 01787 310982. Alternatively Contact Patrick on 07391 460906 WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU.

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Ever passed through the lovely village of Long Melford and seen a cathedral-proportioned church at the top of the village green? If so, you’ll have spotted the beautiful Grade 1 listed medieval wool church of Holy Trinity, which has overseen the village for more than five centuries, being built on original foundations of an earlier Saxon church. It has the accolade of being the longest church in Suffolk, due to its separate, exterior Lady Chapel. Just imagine what events it has been part of during those years – five plagues; two pandemics; the Reformation; a turbulent civil war; Restoration of the monarchy; an industrial revolution; two World Wars; 22 coronations (plus an abdication) and the creation of the internet! All events interwoven into the threads of rural village life against the backdrop of a spiritual Christian ministry.

So, a church with a colourful history, design and heart, including rare and beautiful medieval stained glass windows which have bathed the building in their glorious refracted colours. However, 500 years of weather, war and general wear and tear has taken a huge toll on glass and masonry, leading to urgent major window restoration work on the 38 clerestory (high level) windows.

The repairs require the erection of substantial interior scaffolding over many months but by being innovative with the smaller space available, regular services will continue to be held, as well as a range of planned concerts and events. Visitors are encouraged to come and see how the scaffolding is being used as a backdrop for a series of informative displays on topics such as:

• the medieval stained glass

• the history of scaffolding, its use and abuse

• the layout of the church and the ornaments and vestments used

• the ministry of church in the wider community including toddler group, youth group, messy church, and services at residential homes

• and much more, including a children’s display with crafts

The exhibition opened to the public from Monday, 19 June and two special weekends the first held June 23rd-25th with another planned September 15th-17th, both will offer dynamic events for visitors to take part in. We are planning children’s activities such as dressing up, Lego modelling and a treasure hunt. There will be enactments from the church’s long history; bell-ringing; organ music; brass rubbing; tower tours with the possible opportunity to abseil down (!); plus guided tours of the works to the clerestory windows with live pictures and commentary courtesy of a drone. The weekends’ activities will be announced by the firing of a live cannon on the village green!

Make sure you can help your partner or a parent, should they need assistance

The church will be open every day from 10-5 until the end of October, with a lovely shop to browse. So come and visit this wonderful building whether it’s to experience the architecture, exhibitions and activities on offer, or just to sit quietly in a welcoming space to reflect on whether God really does matter in this modern world and why.

News from the Sudbury History Society

Our talk this month will be by Peter Minter, owner of The Bulmer Brick & Tile Company Ltd and leading authority on the history of bricks and building heritage:

73% of people think IF a couple have a joint bank account and one person can't make decisions for themselves, their partner can legally make decisions for them both. similarly, 72% of people think your next of kin always gets the final say in treatment decisions at hospital, if you can't make them yourself*. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Should your spouse/partner or parent become unable to manage their affairs themselves due to ill-health or injury, their individual bank accounts are likely to be effectively frozen and neither a partner nor next of kin will be able to deal with organisations on their behalf. For example, this would mean being unable to deal with financial institutions in respect of accounts and pensions, the Department for Work and Pensions, or utility companies. Similarly, a next of kin will not be able to make decisions regarding the health and welfare of a spouse/partner, parent or other relative, including where and what care should be provided, as well as what end of life care should be received, if any.

“There’s More to It than Bricks”

What is needed to be able to help?

10am on Wednesday 12th July

The Granary, Barratt Room

Quay Lane

To assist your spouse/partner, parent or other relative with affairs during their lifetime, or make certain decisions you will need to have been appointed as an Attorney. This means they will need to have made Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).

Sudbury CO10 2AN

Common

reasons for needing to help

Often people need to assist with these matters because their spouse/partner, parent or relative has become unable to manage their affairs themselves. This may be due to physical or mental incapacity, perhaps due to illness or an accident.

The meeting is free for members and £2 for non-members. We look forward to seeing members again and welcoming new members. To discover more about The Sudbury History Society, please visit: www.sudburyhistorysociety.co.uk

What happens if LPAs are not in place?

Coach Trip Sudbury History Society

This month’s Coach Trip: Friday 21st July – Sutton Hoo National Trust members free, Non NT £15 per person entrance, plus £18 per person for coach. Bookings taken until Tuesday 11th July. Please email: info@ sudburyhistorysociety.co.uk.

If you want to help your partner or parent with property, financial, health or welfare decisions and they do not have Powers of Attorney in place and were incapable of making them, you would need to make a costly application to the Court to obtain the necessary authority. The Court application takes several months and can be stressful and frustrating for those involved. Until the Court authorises your application you are unable to deal with the persons money or property, and will be unable to make decisions regarding their health and welfare.

What are the two types of Lasting Powers of Attorney?

All trips leave Sudbury Bus Station at 9am. Non-members welcome.

LPAs are important documents that allow someone to give people (often close relatives or friends) the authority to make certain decisions on their behalf. There are two types of Lasting Powers of Attorney:

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July's Advice Column

We’ve booked a package holiday to Spain. It’s our first time booking this sort of getaway, and a friend recently had a terrible experience when things went wrong on a similar trip. What sort of help is available if something does go wrong?

Hopefully you’ll have a lovely time but if something does go wrong with your package holiday, the Citizens Advice website www.citizensadvice. org.uk has lots of information about what to do if something goes wrong with your holiday and what compensation you may be eligible for.

Firstly, tell the company or travel agent you booked with as soon as possible. This way you’re more likely to be able to get it sorted quicker. If you don’t say anything until you get home, you might get less or no compensation at all.

If the holiday you went on turned out to be lower in value than the one you originally booked, you can make a claim for ‘loss of value’. For example, you paid for a deluxe room but only got a standard one, if it wasn't sorted out at the time you can claim back the difference in value.

You can also claim compensation for any extra money you have to spend while away, for example the hotel was a bus ride away from the beach rather than across the road as advertised. This is called claiming for ‘outof-pocket’ expenses. If this does happen make sure you keep all your receipts for things like bus journeys.

If big parts of the trip you booked didn’t happen or services weren’t provided, for example a planned two-day excursion was cancelled and no alternative was organised, you can make a claim for ‘loss of enjoyment’. You can also make this claim if something happens that causes you distress or disappointment, such as the pool was closed for the whole trip. It’s worth noting that there’s no strict guidance on how much you can claim for loss of enjoyment but any claim you make must be reasonable. You can’t get compensation if you simply didn’t enjoy the holiday or if the problem was out of the holiday company’s control - like bad weather. Check the information you received when you made the booking to see what you’re supposed to get. If you don’t get the service you’ve been promised, you may be entitled to compensation for breach of contract. You might also be able to claim from your travel insurance – check if your policy covers this.

If you’re still not sure what to do, call the Citizens Advice consumer helpline 0808 223 1133 or talk to an adviser online through the Citizens Advice website.

For information and advice on this or anything else, visit www. citizensadvice.org.uk or call Sudbury and District Citizens Advice on 01787 321400 and leave a message and someone will call you back when available. We will attempt three times to call you back, so please expect a call from a withheld number. Alternatively, contact us via email at advice@sudburycab.org.uk or by using the contact facility on our website, https://www.sudburycab.org.uk/ contact

We are providing advice by telephone and email Monday –Thursday, 10am – 3pm.

Sudbury Ramblers

Saturday 1st July Clare, 10am 5 miles

Country Park CP CO108NW ( charges apply)

Keith 07798561721

Wednesday 12th July Bures, 10am 5 miles

Community centre CP CO85BX

Clive 07535689779

Friday 21st July Needham, 10am 5.5 miles

Needham Lake CP by the cafe IP68NU Bridget 01787280547

Thursday 27th July Fordham, 10am 6.5 miles

Woodland Trust CP Off Ponders Rd, CO63LZ Steve 01787279325

Sunday 30th July Cavendish, 10am 7 miles

Roadside parking ( near pond) CO108AZ Linda 01787370291

Tuesday 8th August Leavenheath, 10am

5 miles Village Hall CP CO64NR, ( £1 donation ) Barbara 01206262875

Details of all our walks can be found by searching www. sudburyramblers. org.uk Please contact the walk leader if you have not walked with our group before.

Writing from the Rectory: July 2023

The internet has revolutionised how we receive information- we can hear and watch stories, fact or fake, from around the world at a click of a button. Similarly, some centuries earlier, the printing press changed society overnight allowing ordinary people access to news and information like never before. Before then, information was shared by word of mouth and knowledge debated in religious buildings and market squares.

Jesus was schooled in the Jewish tradition of debating with other scholars in the towns, villages, and synagogues; very often answered a question with question, wanting people to come to their own conclusions. Jesus really valued what everyone had to say and wanted folk to have the opportunity to hear and know precisely what the scriptures say. He got furious when ordinary people were excluded, for whatever reason, from knowing God and worshipping Him.

When Oxford and Cambridge were founded, students had to study theology and attend chapel many times a day. When the bible was printed and then translated into English a great revolution began. Ordinary people could see for themselves what only those with the privilege of an education could read and interpret. Now, the internet allows most of us access to numerous translations but also to opinions of every kind regarding the interpretation of the bible and even its reliability.

As a teenager, the confirmation bible I was presented with gathered dust on my bookshelves. At university I met people who not only read the bible but memorised verses, believed in the miracles and tried to put Jesus’ advice into practice. It marked the transformation of my life and now it provides me with food for the soul and a lamp for my feet, to see a way forwards in the darkness.

What about you? Why not grab yourself a free ticket and hear first-hand what the bible really says by enjoying a word-for-word performance of St Mark’s gospel at St Gregory’s Church on Friday 7th July at 7pm?

Tickets available at St Gregory's Church event tickets from TicketSource. ‘Action-packed with no less than 19 miracles, the book of Mark was written to be shared live with first century audiences, in one sitting. …… I AM MARK is the resulting full-bodied drama, with its characters and nuances brought startlingly to life.

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AS WE SUCCUMB GRATEFULLY TO SUMMER HEAT THE ARTS SOCIETY HEART CONTINUES TO BEAT !

WATCH THIS SPACE FOR the launch of its’ new programme commencing in September.

Topics include:

The Life & Work of architect Frank Lloyd Wright

The History of Auctions from Roman times to now

The Art of the Cartoonist by a Cartoonist (with live drawings)

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The Arts Society offers a full programme of events plus an Arts Magazine and a series of 10 illustrated talks given by experts in all aspects of the Arts in Long Melford Village Hall, CO10 9JQ.

FOR FURTHER DETAILS and to get your name onto the membership waiting list Contact: info@TASstourvalley.org.uk quoting CN 25 or via our website www.TASstourvalley.org.uk

Baber gh Lodge No. 8122

Meeting at the Masonic Centre in Sudbury on the fourth Wednesday in September, October, November, January, March and the third Wednesday in May Interested in joining Freemasonry?

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DIARY DATES July 2023

Sat 1st July

Sudbury Ramblers

Clare, 10am

5 miles

Country Park CP CO10 8NW (charges apply)

Tel: Keith 07798561721

Handbells at St Gregory ‘s church

2nd Sat of each month 10-12

Free and friendly

No experience necessary . More info : sue 07779854199 sooteapot@gmail.com’

Sat 1st July to Sun 29th Oct

Gainsborough House

Maggi Hambling Origins

Gainsborough’s House, 46

Gainsborough Street, CO10 2EU Tel: 01787 372958, e: mail@ gainsborough.org

Sat 1st July to Sun 29th Oct

Gainsborough House

‘Whimsical, perverse, & idle’, The Art of Henry William Bunbury (1750-1811)

Gainsborough’s House, 46

Gainsborough Street, CO10 2EU

Tel: 01787 372958, e: mail@ gainsborough.org

Sat 1st July to Sun 29th Oct

Gainsborough House

Suzanne Cooper: Paintings & Wood Engravings, 1935-39

Gainsborough’s House, 46 Gainsborough Street, CO10 2EU

9 Byford Court

Crockatt Road

St

Hadleigh, Ipswich

Suffolk IP7 6RD

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W: www.suffolk.tax

Church,

With offices in Hadleigh, Ipswich & Felixstowe

W. J. GREEN Ltd.

Tel: 01787 372958, e: mail@ gainsborough.org

Sat 1st July to Sun 24th Sept

Summer Printmakers Exhibition 2023

11am to 4pm

Mill Tye Gallery and Arts Centre

3 Cornard Mills, Mill Tye, Great Cornard, CO10 0GW

Sat 1st July (every Saturday)

Lavenham Guided Walk

Meet - foyer of The Swan Hotel, Lavenham 2pm, £5 – no pre-booking req. Email: info@guideeast.co.uk

Sun 2nd July (every Sunday)

Lavenham Guided Walk

Meet - foyer of The Swan Hotel, Lavenham 11am, £5 – no pre-booking req. Email: info@guideeast.co.uk

Sun 2nd July

Jason’s Acoustic Events

2.30pm – 8.30pm

The Brewery Tap, 21 East St, Sudbury, CO10 2TP

Sun 2nd July

1940s Themed Steam Day

East Anglian Railway Museum, CO6 2DS 01206 242524, inforamtion@earm.co.uk

Sun 2nd July

Sudbury Symphony Orchestra

Mozart Horn Concerto No. 3

6pm, tickets from Sudbury Tourist Info St Gregroy’s Church, Gregory St, CO10

1BA

E: info@udburysymphonyorchestra.com

Tel: 07802793768

www.sudburysymphonyorchestra.com

Mon 3rd July (every Monday)

The Christopher Centre

Open House 10am to 2pm Support & a friendly listening ear for those that need it.

10am – 12pm hot drinks & refreshments

12-1.45pm homemade hot lunches

All welcome, no charge

The Christopher Centre, 10 Gainsborough St, CO10 2EU Tel: 01787 313914

Mon 3rd July (every Monday)

Meet-Up Mondays

Adult social group. Pop along for

a hot drink, nibbles and a natter. From 10am Sudbury Library, Market Hill, SudburyTues 4th July

Walk N’Water

Sudbury & Henny Riverside 3.5 mile walk 10am - approx. 4hours. £18.50 events@riverstourtrust.org

Tues 4th July

The Quay Book Club

7.30pm-9.30pm in the bar

The Quay Theatre, Quay Lane, Sudbury www.quaysudbury.com

Tues 4th to Sat 8th July

The Pitmen Painters

Sudbury Dramatic Society

7.45pm, tickets required The Quay Theatre, Quay Lane, Sudbury Tel: 01787 374745

Tues 4th July

Health Walks – Clare

Every Tuesday 10.15am for 10.30am Meet at Clare Country Park car park. CO10 8NW

Weds 5th July (every Weds)

Sporting Memories Club

2.15pm – 3.45pm - free Kingfisher Leisure Centre, Sudbury Tel Andy: 01284 757473 e: andy.read@ talk21.com

Weds 5th July (every Weds)

Youth Support Services Drop-In Aged 15 to 18 & not in education, employment or training?

1 - 4pm

Phoenix Family Hub (near OSA), Tudor Road, CO10 1NP. Tel Jacob: 07526203856

Weds 5th July (first Weds of every month)

Sudbury VIPs Social coffee morning, 11am to 1pm. A club that has members with varying levels of visual impairment. For more info tel Jane: 01787 373227 Weavers Tap, East Street, CO10 2HX

Weds 5th July (every Weds)

Lavenham Guided Walk

Meet - foyer of The Swan Hotel, Lavenham 2pm, £5 – no pre-booking req. Email: info@guideeast.co.uk

Weds 5th July

Melford Music presents Lunchtime Recitals

1.10pm, free The Rock Choir Holy Trinity Church, Long Melford, CO10 9DT www.longmelfordchurch.com/arts

Weds 5th July (every Weds)

The Quay Chess Club 7.30pm.

The Quay Theatre, Quay Lane, Sudbury Tel: Andrew Last: 07394517613 www.sudburychessclub.weebly.com

Weds 5th July (every Weds)

Shared Reading Group 2pm, free Sudbury Library, Market Hill, Sudbury

Thurs 6th July BINGO

Summer themed bingo

2pm – 4pm

Sudbury Town Hall, Old Market Place, CO10 1TL

Thurs 6th July (every Thurs)

Grow Your Community Sudbury & Gt Cornard

9.30am to 12pm at Belle Vue Park, Sudbury & sometimes at other sites.

Tel: 07899994107, e: activgardens@ haideestephens.com

Thurs 6th July (every Thurs)

Open Space – wellbeing drop-in

2.15pm, free Sudbury Library, Market Hill, Sudbury

Thurs 6th July (monthly meetings)

Working Age / Young Onset Group

7pm

Maldon Grey Pub, Cats Lane, CO10

2RZ Tel John for info: 07941391107 www.parkinsonsudbury.org.uk

Thurs 6th & Fri 7th July (every Thurs & Fri)

The Christopher Centre

C’art (Cake and Art Art & Craft group but not an art class. 10am – 12pm, £3, all welcome

The Christopher Centre, 10 Gainsborough St, CO10 2EU Tel: 01787 313914

Sat 8th July to Mon 28th Aug

‘Coast’ Exhibition

Take a journey around the shores of the Suffolk and Essex coastline as seen through the eyes of five artists and photographers.

10.30am to 4pm

Mill Tye Gallery and Arts Centre

3 Cornard Mills, Mill Tye, Great Cornard, CO10 0GW

Sat 8th July

Secrets of Long Melford Walk

10am to 12pm

To book: 0344 249 1895

Meet in the free car park at Melford Hall melford@nationaltrust.org.uk

Long Melford, Sudbury, CO10 9AA

Sat 8th & Sun 9th July

Bures Music Festival

Tickets required.

Nayland Road, Bures, Suffolk, CO8 5BX www.buresmusicfestival.com

Sat 8th & Sun 9th July

Clare Priory Craft Fair

10am – 5pm Free park & ride

Clare, Suffolk off A1092 www.clarepriory.org.uk

Sun 9th July

Lavenham Airfield Walk

10am to 1.30pm Adults £10. Under 16s £5.

Walk in the footsteps of the US 8th Air Force’s 487th Bomb Group on a guided tour of Lavenham airfield.

10am – 1.30pm. Adults £10. Under 16s £5.

(All proceeds go to the 487th Bomb Group Memorial Fund).

Booking ess. Tel: 01787 249939 or in person at Lavenham Info Point, 2 Lady Street. Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri. 11am – 2pm.

Sun 9th July to Weds 30th Aug

Summer Open Days – Castle & Gardens

11am to 4pm

Hedingham Castle, Bayley St, Hedingham, CO9 3DJ

Tel: 01787 460261, email: mail@ hedinghamcastle.co.uk

Mon 10th July

Sudbury Ephemera Archive

10am – 12.30pm Sudbury Town Hall

Join us to preserve Sudbury’s past through donated documents

Any date changes see Website: https:// sudburyephemera.org/

Tel: Sue – 07846 885909 or Penny –07850 302975

Tues 11th July

Health Walks – Clare

Every Tuesday 10.15am for 10.30am

Meet at Clare Country Park car park. CO10 8NW

Tues 11th July

Foxearth & District History Society

Visit to Newmarket’s Palace House –Horseracing Museum & Heritage Centre

More info tel: 01787 311337 or 01787 281434

Email: foxhistsoc@gmail.com www.foxearth.org.uk

Weds 12th July

Suffolk Carers Natter

10am to 12pm

Suffolk Carers Matter

Painters Café at The Angel, 43 Friars St, Sudbury, CO10 2AG

Weds 12th July

Sudbury Ramblers

Bures, 10am 5 miles

Community centre CP CO8 5BX Tel: Clive 07535689779

Weds 12th July

Melford Music presents Lunchtime Recitals

1.10pm, free

Joanna Lam, Piano Holy Trinity Church, Long Melford, CO10 9DT www.longmelfordchurch.com/arts

Weds 12th July (every Wed)

Sporting Memories Club

Elvin King, legendary East Anglian Sports Reporter

2.15pm – 3.45pm - free

Kingfisher Leisure Centre, Sudbury

Tel Andy: 01284 757473 e: andy.read@ talk21.com

Thurs 13th July

Kettle & Fish 9.45am to 1.45pm

Every Thurs except the first of each month

Suffolk Road Church, CO10 1UN

Tel Ruth Ridge: ruthkridge@gmail.com or tel: 01787 204364

Fri 14th July

Drama Impact presents Macbeth 6pm to 10pm

Hedingham Castle, Bayley St, Hedingham, CO9 3DJ Tel: 01787 460261, email: mail@ hedinghamcastle.co.uk

Sat 15th July

Step Into the Sudbury Story

Guided Tour 11am – 12.30pm

Starting at Sudbury TIC

Booking your tickets:

Tel: 01787 372331 (Option 1)

Or in person at Sud Tourist Info, Town Hall, CO10 1TL www.sudburytowncouncil.co.uk

Sat 15th July

Art by Torchlight Talk & Tour

3 – 3.45pm

To book: 0344 249 1895

Meet in the free car park at Melford Hall melford@nationaltrust.org.uk

Long Melford, Sudbury, CO10 9AA

Sun 16th July

Party in the Park 11am to 9pm, free admission

Live music 5pm to 9pm Belle Vue Park, Newton Road, Sudbury www.sudbury-tc.gov.uk/partyinthepark

Sun 16th July

Classic & Vintage Car Show

10am to 3pm

Hedingham Castle, Bayley St, Hedingham, CO9 3DJ

Tel: 01787 460261, email: mail@ hedinghamcastle.co.uk

Tues 18th July

Health Walks – Clare

Every Tuesday 10.15am for 10.30am

Meet at Clare Country Park car park. CO10 8NW

Weds 19th July

The Quay Play Readers

7.30pm, Geoff Kisby Room

The Quay Theatre, Quay Lane, Sudbury

Weds 19th July

Melford Music presents

Lunchtime Recitals

1.10pm, free

BOF, French Folk & Medieval Music

Holy Trinity Church, Long Melford, CO10 9DT www.longmelfordchurch.com/arts

Weds 19th July (monthly meetings)

Parkinson’s Support Group

1.45pm for 2pm

Music with Ben Smith, meet Tracey

Ward: Parkinson’s Specialist Nurse

Other guest, refreshments, discussion

All welcome – including carers / Loved ones – fee parking

Stevensons Centre, Gt Cornard, CO10 0WD Tel John for info: 07941391107 www.parkinsonsudbury.org.uk

Weds 19th July

Long Melford Historical & Archaeological Society

Visit to Hawstead

Old School Community Centre, Long Melford, CO10 9DX Tel Julie: 01787 375329, email: lmhas1969@outlook.com

Fri 21st July

Wonderful Wildflowers

Beginner friendly session identifying wildflowers.

Talk & workshop

11am – 2pm, £10.

Daws Hall Nature Reserve, Henny Road, Lamarsh, CO8 5EX Tel: 01787 269766 www.dawshallnature.co.uk

Fri 21st July

Sudbury Ramblers

Needham, 10am

5.5 miles

Needham Lake CP by the cafe IP6 8NU

Tel: Bridget 01787 280547

Sat 22nd July

Naval Talk 2 – 2.30pm

To book: 0344 249 1895 Meet in the free car park at Melford Hall melford@nationaltrust.org.uk

Long Melford, Sudbury, CO10 9AA

Sun 23rd July

The Sudbury Society

Annual Summer Garden Party at River House, Ballingdon www.sudburysociety.org.uk e: info@sudburysociety.org.uk

Sun 23rd July

Lavenham Farmers Market

10am-1.30pm

Outside Lavenham Village Hall, CO10 9QT www.suffolkmarketevents.co.uk

Tues 25th July

Health Walks – Clare

Every Tuesday 10.15am for 10.30am Meet at Clare Country Park car park. CO10 8NW

Tues 25th July

Suffolk Family History Society

Sudbury & District Group

You’ll Make a Lovely Sergeant WW1 Experience of Flora Sandes, 2.30pm

Long Melford Village Hall, CO10 9LQ sudbury@suffolkfhs.org.uk

Weds 26th July

Suffolk Carers Natter

10am to 12pm

Suffolk Carers Matter

Painters Café at The Angel, 43 Friars St, Sudbury, CO10 2AG

Weds 26th July

Melford Music presents Lunchtime Recitals

1.10pm, free

Serendipity Woodwind Trio

Holy Trinity Church, Long Melford, CO10 9DT www.longmelfordchurch.com/arts

Weds 26th July

Sudbury Ephemera Archive

1pm – 4pm Sudbury Town Hall

Join us to preserve Sudbury’s past through donated documents

Any date changes see Website: https:// sudburyephemera.org/

Tel: Sue – 07846 885909 or Penny –07850 302975

Weds 26th July

The Wizard of Oz

5.30pm to 9pm Hedingham Castle, Bayley St, Hedingham, CO9 3DJ Tel: 01787 460261, email: mail@ hedinghamcastle.co.uk

Weds 26th & Sat 29th July

Diesel Event Days

East Anglian Railway Museum, CO6 2DS 01206 242524, inforamtion@earm.co.uk

Thurs 27th July

Sudbury Ramblers

Fordham, 10am

6.5 miles

Woodland Trust CP Off Ponders Rd, CO6 3LZ Tel: Steve 01787 279325

Fri 28th July

Sudbury Farmers Market

9.30am-2pm Market Hill, Sudbury, CO10 2EH Sat 29th July

Long Melford Book Fair

10am – 3.30pm

Quality second-hand & out of print books.

Thousands to choose from.

Admission £1, free parking Tel 01245 361609

Long Melford Village Memorial Hall, CO10 9LQ

E: missingbooks@madasafish.com www.missingbookfairs.co.uk

Sun 30th July

Sudbury Ramblers

Cavendish, 10am 7 miles

Roadside parking (near pond) CO10 8AZ Tel: Linda 01787 370291

Sun 30th July

Beatrix Potter Storybook Readings

1pm to 4pm

To book: 0344 249 1895

Meet in the free car park at Melford Hall melford@nationaltrust.org.uk Long Melford, Sudbury, CO10 9AA

Sun 30th July

Steam Event Day

East Anglian Railway Museum, CO6 2DS 01206 242524, inforamtion@earm.co.uk