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but the most important thing they build is each other. For many of our 60 plus members, the Men's Shed has become a lifeline; a place where they have found friendship, support and belonging after retirement, bereavement, illness or periods of isolation. The success of the Shed has been overwhelming. Our sessions are now full and we have outgrown our temporary workshop. To meet growing demand, we are embarking on our most ambitious project yet; creating a new permanent Community Workshop that will secure the long-term future of Hadleigh Men's Shed. We have recently secured a lease on an excellent site in the heart of Hadleigh, bringing us one significant step closer to making this vision a reality. Now the real work begins. Developing the site and constructing the new workshop will require the support of the whole community. We are therefore inviting local residents, businesses and organisations to join us on this exciting journey. Whether you can make a personal donation, sponsor part of the building, provide materials, professional expertise or financial support, every contribution will help turn this vision into reality. For businesses, this is far more than a charitable donation. It is an opportunity to invest directly in the wellbeing, health and resilience of your own community. We are committed to working closely with our sponsors to ensure they receive meaningful recognition through our building, events, publications, website and social media, creating positive publicity while demonstrating a genuine commitment to local people. Your support will directly help to reduce loneliness, improve mental wellbeing, preserve practical skills, strengthen community connections and create opportunities for people of all ages to learn, volunteer and thrive. With your support, we can build far more than a workshop. We can create a lasting legacy of friendship, opportunity and community spirit that will benefit Hadleigh for generations to come. If you would like to become a sponsor or discuss how you or your business can support the project, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact us on hadleighmensshed@gmail.com

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Imagine a place where friendship replaces loneliness, where skills are shared across generations and where people leave every session with a renewed sense of purpose. That is exactly what Hadleigh Men’s Shed has created. Every week, local men come together to make, repair and create. They build bird boxes, benches and projects that benefit the wider community, but the most important thing they build is each other. For many of our 60 plus members, the Men’s Shed has become a lifeline; a place where they have found friendship, support and belonging after retirement, bereavement, illness or periods of isolation. The success of the Shed has been overwhelming. Our sessions are now full and we have outgrown our temporary workshop. To meet growing demand, we are embarking on our most ambitious project yet; creating a new permanent Community Workshop that will secure the long-term future of Hadleigh Men’s Shed. We have recently secured a lease on an excellent site in the heart of Hadleigh, bringing us one significant step closer to making this vision a reality. Now the real work begins. Developing the site and constructing the new workshop will require the support of the whole community. We are therefore inviting local residents, businesses and organisations to join us on this exciting journey. Whether you can make a personal donation, sponsor part of the building, provide materials, professional expertise or financial support, every contribution will help turn this vision into reality. Continues overleaf

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August is a month many families look forward to. Whether it’s a holiday abroad, a trip to the coast or simply spending quality time together during the school break, it’s a chance to slow down and make memories. For separated parents, however, the summer holidays can sometimes bring additional challenges. Questions around holiday arrangements, travel plans, passports and agreeing how children will spend their time can all become sources of worry if they haven’t been discussed in advance. The best approach is always to have open conversations as early as possible, giving everyone time to make plans and, most importantly, keeping the focus on what’s best for the children. If you’re unsure about your rights or responsibilities, seeking advice early can often help avoid unnecessary stress and misunderstandings. Our weekly legal clinics in Hadleigh are here to provide straightforward, practical advice in a friendly and approachable setting. Whether you’re looking for guidance on family matters, reviewing a parenting arrangement or simply want to understand your options, our experienced team is happy to help. Of course, family law is just one of the many areas we can advise on. The clinics also offer support with wills, probate, powers of attorney, property matters and disputes. We can even help retrieve deeds and important documents from previous law firms, ensuring your paperwork is safe and easy to access when you need it. The aim of our Hadleigh clinics has always been to make expert legal advice more accessible for the local community. Sometimes all it takes is a 30-minute conversation to answer a question, provide reassurance or help you take the next step with confidence. The clinics run every Tuesday and Friday. Tuesday mornings are available by appointment, with the final booked appointment at 12.30pm, followed by drop-in sessions from 1pm onwards. Friday clinics run between 10am and 4pm and are available by appointment only. Whatever the summer brings, we hope you have an enjoyable August. And if you need legal advice along the way, we’re here to help. You can book an appointment by emailing mail@bates-wells. co.uk or call 01473 219282

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Working on the Brett River Festival is making us think more deeply about the river and what it means to us. As well as answering questions like ‘How do we take care of the river during the festival?’ and ‘If the river could speak, what would it want from the festival?’, we are also wondering ‘What does the river mean to the people of Hadleigh?’ A good place to start is to share our personal memories about the river and the part it has played in the life of the town over the years. We’d love to hear yours. They can be recent or from way back when. You can be young or old and they can be fun memories or sad memories. Stories about nature and the wildlife, the fish that got away, your first duck race, the floods and droughts, lost and found or perhaps a romantic encounter? Do you remember when...? We know from the food stories that HEAT collected and wrote up for these pages that there are lots of people in Hadleigh with amazing stories to tell. So let us hear yours! You can email us, send us a photograph, a voice recording or draw a picture. Even better come and join us for a ‘memory sharing’ session at Toppesfield Bridge on Sunday August 16th at 2 pm. We will collect these stories and use them in the River Festival displays and publicity (anonymously of course!). If you’ve got a memory to share or you’d like to get involved in the River Brett festival or receive our newsletter, email info@brettfestival.org.uk

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The hot weather seems to be continuing throughout the whole of the summer. Therefore, we have been getting lots more summer stock in lovely cool fabrics. Proving popular with our customers is the washed linen button shirt. These feature roll up sleeves with mother of pearl buttons. The versatility of this shirt is great as it can be worn as is with trousers, or as a jacket to cover the shoulders from the sun or to keep you warm in the evening. These are available in 6 different colours. We also have a great selection of accessories in stock to complement our summer clothing range. These include lightweight scarves, basket bags, Lunar trainers and sandals as well as multiple styles of jewellery. These also make ideal gifts for those of you with summer birthdays to buy for. One of my favourite accessories is the bobble detail fan earrings. These are sure to finish off any outfit and make a statement. We have just returned from a trip to Milan. Known as one of the fashion capitals of the world it didn’t disappoint. We got some great inspiration and ideas for the coming seasons so be sure to keep an eye out. I would like to say a massive thank you to all of our lovely customers (old and new) for popping in over the past few months, it has been great to see so many familiar faces. www.zoronline.com zoronline.sales@gmail.com Kersey Mill, Stone Street IP7 6DP Tel: 07969 525859 Open Mon-Sat 10am to 4.00pm

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Parents and carers know all about the challenges of getting suitable learning for their children who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This is a nationwide problem, not just in Suffolk, and it’s been getting steadily worse over the past few years. In February, the government published the Schools White Paper ‘Every child achieving and thriving’ alongside a consultation document on reforming SEND provision. What would these proposals mean in practice? The government’s idea is to create a single education system for all children and young people, with SEND fully integrated so that commonly occurring needs can be met in mainstream schools. Support would be organised in two layers. Most children with SEND would be covered by the Targeted, Targeted Plus or Specialist levels, with a child’s additional needs laid out in an Individual Support Plan (ISP). Only the most complex cases would also qualify for a new-style education, health and care plan (EHCP) detailing specialist support that can’t be provided in a mainstream school. Local authorities would continue to coordinate SEND provision. They would be held to account with improved mediation processes, improved compliance with their duties – enforced by government agencies – and SEND tribunals remaining as a legal backstop. There would be standardised and digitised templates for the new-style EHCPs. Local authorities would have to offer more information on options for families Mainstream schools would thus have to provide a lot of the individual support that Special Schools do at the moment. They will need to recruit more staff with the right qualifications and experience, and will have to build or convert classrooms and other spaces to meet the needs of their SEND students. The government has said that a £1.6 billion ‘Inclusive Mainstream Fund’ will be available to schools, but we have to wonder how far that will stretch among the 20,000 primary and secondary schools in England. It works out to around £80,000 per school, equivalent to two members of staff or one modular classroom (but not both). The new system hasn’t got off the ground yet, but Suffolk County Council has recently announced plans to spend almost £19 million of the government’s current ‘High Needs Capital Funding’ grant on increasing the number of SEND places in secondary schools and adapting some existing buildings (but not building any new ones). Again, this sounds a lot of money but, when shared out among the 12,000 Suffolk children who have EHCPs at the moment, it works out to under £1,600 each. We will have to see how much difference that can make to the experiences of our children who face SEND issues. I’d suggest that high and rising demand is outpacing every effort to keep up, both locally and nationally. I fear that parents and carers will still struggle to get timely, adequate support for their children, even taking this additional spending into account. Any reforms must ensure that local education, health and care systems meet the needs of children and young people with SEND as a core responsibility. This demands that enough of the right people are allocated enough money to deliver the best possible outcomes for all our children. Will either the county council’s spending plans or the government’s big idea achieve this? I’ll be keeping a close eye on developments and will update you as they begin to take effect. County Cllr Simon Dowling, Hadleigh Division (Green Party Group) Hadleigh, Kersey, Whatfield, Layham & Raydon

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The Red Rose announces exciting August Beer Festival The Red Rose relaunched a month ago and has enjoyed a busy few weeks. They have now announced their Beer Festival for the 28th – 30th August. The team promise over 25 delicious ales, a number of craft ciders and lagers, plus a new Pimms & Wine Bar. Live music from local bands will be playing all weekend.

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So far this season 15 more bowlers have joined Hadleigh Bowling Club which brings our total number of players up to a magnificent 110 with more in the pipeline. They probably didn’t know they were joining an illustrious group. Yes, of course our players are illustrious but I was really thinking of Henry VIII, Francis Drake and William Shakespeare who were well documented bowls players; but Henry VIII banned the lower from playing (I think meant us) because it was very So far classes this season 15 more bowlers have he joined Hadleigh Bowling Club which brings ou total number of but players up tothem a magnificent 110 archery with morepractice in the pipeline. popular it took away from which They was aprobabl didn't know they were joining an illustrious group. Yes, of course ouratplayers are illustri legal requirement so we could fight those pesky French the time. but I was really of Henry VIII, Francis Drake William Shakespeare Some of thinking our bowlers recently equalled ourand England football teamwho w well documented players;and but some Henry went VIII banned the lower playing in losing inbowls semi-finals even better andclasses lost infrom finals think he meant us) because it was very popular but it took them away from archery including losing the Junior Cup by one shot (sound familiar?) but prac which Moyra was a legal requirement so Bourner we could and fightLes those pesky French theWalter time. Some o Daniels, Stephen Saunders won at the bowlers recently equalled our England team in losing in semi-finals and some w Wright Shield, so that’ll show football Lionel Messi. even better and lost in finals including losing the Junior Cup by one shot (sound familia Two of our teams are second in their leagues and in the Suffolk but Moyra Daniels, Stephen Bourner and Les Saunders won the Walter Wright Shield, s Presidents match vs Kent we hosted, Suffolk lost and the only that'll show Lionel Messi. Two of our teams are second in their leagues and in the Suffo Suffolk rink winning was our very own Ian Jones, Gerry Incles, Presidents match vs Kent we hosted, Suffolk lost and the only Suffolk rink winning was Shane Sowman and Peter Miller. very own Ian Jones, Gerry Incles, Shane Sowman and Peter Miller. the side, social side, EastRace Anglia Racehosted Nights hosted a Race On theOn social East Anglia Nights a Race Night, whichNight, was very p was very popular (thank you and the (thankwhich you Melanie and the team) with Tudor FishMelanie Shop providing theteam) food atwith a very reaso Shop providing the food at a very reasonable rate for rate forTudor whichFish thanks. If you which want tothanks. try out bowling you can always arrange a convenient time by phoning Pe MillerIfonyou 07789 764941. want to try out bowling you can always arrange a convenient Hadleigh Bowling Club Stone Street, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP76DN time by phoning Peter Miller on 07789 764941. hadbowls@gmail.com Hadleigh www.hadleighbowlingclub.com Bowling Club Stone Street, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP76DN hadleighbowlingclub.com/ hadbowls@gmail.com

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Peter Holland turned to writing historical fiction in 2018 after completion of his MA in early modern history (1500-1800) during which he found inspiration for his stories. Holland’s first four novels were completed in quick succession, 2018-2021. In 2025 he returned to novel writing, completing Billy Rittle’s Hadleigh. Holland’s novels are published by Brigand (brigand. london) where they can be purchased, and through local shops.

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Amblers shortened their walk along Felixstowe promenade as it was so hot, though the coastal breeze was very welcome, unlike the masses of ladybirds. The coffee and cake were much enjoyed in the Wool Baa. Some took advantage of the nearby shop to stock up on items we used to purchase from Partridges. Plans have not yet been made for the next amble on the 4th. Brantham Bull did us proud last month and this month Viv has booked the Lunch Bunch into the Anchor in Stratford St Mary on the 13th. Bookworms read books of their choice either written by or about Jane Austen. This month we will be reading The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley, meeting to discuss it on the 27th. We continue to support the charity Love Grace in memory of Grace who was murdered in New Zealand in 2018. She loved handbags and we collect preloved handbags filled with toiletries and little luxuries, which are passed on to victims of domestic abuse in Essex and Suffolk by her mother and cousin. We also continue to collect blister packs (one bin bag per week!), white plastic bottle tops and egg boxes for recycling. Contact Sheila Webb if you have donations for any of the above. Last month Erik Punaks returned to give an absorbing talk about Banjo Paterson the famous Australian author of Waltzing Matilda. This month we are welcoming Michael Bacon talking about his forty years in journalism before becoming a suspense thriller writer. We meet in the Seminar Room of Hadleigh Library on the third Tuesday evening. Unfortunately, unless we are able to find more spacious accommodation, we cannot accept new members and have a waiting list. For more information contact the secretary Glenn Abbassi on 07870 312409 or the president Sheila Webb on 01473 827554.

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HADLEIGH CRIME REVIEW May 1x Anti-Social Behaviour Report, 1x Criminal Damage, 1x Dwelling Burglary, 1x Witness intimidation, 3x Public Order, 1x Threaten to share intimate photo, 1x Theft from shop, 11x Assaults, 1x Harassment and 15x Non-Crime Incidents. June 3x Anti-Social Behaviour Report, 7x Criminal Damage, 1x Malicious Communications, 2x Public Order, 1x Sexual Assault on a child, 3x Theft from shop, 2x Theft, 10x Assaults and 19x Non-Crime Incidents. This month, I would like to highlight the dangers of children entering abandoned buildings, private land, and the rooftops of industrial estate premises. Young people are often drawn to abandoned buildings or land through curiosity, thrillseeking, boredom, peer pressure, or social media trends. In most cases, they do not enter with the intention of committing crime and may not fully appreciate the risks involved. I have recently investigated a criminal damage graffiti offence at a disused council building. All six young people involved were identified and visited. Reports have been submitted to the Police Youth Justice Team for consideration regarding the most appropriate outcome. I am also dealing with recent reports of young people accessing the roof of a very high industrial estate building. Damage was caused at this location, and the business is now considering additional security measures to prevent further incidents. I have also been conducting patrols in the area in an effort to identify those responsible. What may begin as an act of trespass can quickly escalate into criminal offences such as criminal damage, arson, burglary, theft, drug offences, public order offences, and aggravated trespass. In addition to the criminal consequences, young people may be putting themselves at risk due to: • • • • • • • • • • •

Falling from, or through, roofs and ceilings. Falling debris. Exposure to asbestos. Electrical hazards from exposed wiring or equipment. Broken glass and other sharp objects. Fire and smoke hazards. Hazardous chemicals and substances. Discarded needles and syringes. Becoming trapped or injured with no means of escape. Hidden structural dangers such as unstable floors and staircases. Confrontations with landowners, security staff, or other adults on site. • Contact with individuals involved in criminality. The consequences of a moment’s curiosity can be life changing. No photograph, social media post, or dare is worth risking serious injury or worse. If you have children who spend time out in the community, please take a few moments to discuss these risks and the potential legal consequences with them. Encouraging them to avoid such locations could prevent both criminal involvement and serious harm. If you own a building which you think is being attended regularly by trespassers, please continue to secure it and report to police as anti-social behaviour, or a crime if damage/theft etc is occurring. PC 1293 Niall Johnson Community Police Officer

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Last few tickets for open air theatre in the walled garden: Join us for a play inspired by Constable’s The Hay Wain which imagines the story of the people in the painting and explores what their lives may have been like. The cheeky image below is by artist Kushag Patel to get you in the mood! THE HAY WAIN plays Saturday 29th August 2026, gates open 6.30pm for 7.30pm show in the garden (if it rains, we move indoors), with chairs provided, and a bar service before the performance & during the interval.

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MAYOR’S DIARY- JULY Hello everyone,

July has been another busy month, and once again I’ve been reminded just how much is happening in Hadleigh and how fortunate I am to meet so many people who give their time and energy to our community. One of the highlights this month has been spending time at the Friday morning café at St Mary’s Church. The weather meant it was a little quieter than usual, but that didn’t stop some lovely conversations with residents. I think it’s a brilliant way for people to chat with members of the Town Council in an informal setting over a cup of tea. Sometimes it’s just a quick question, sometimes it’s a chance to share an idea or raise a concern, but it’s always a valuable opportunity to listen. I also had the pleasure of joining Hadleigh’s Business Breakfast Club. It’s always encouraging to see local businesses coming together to share ideas and support one another. There’s clearly a real passion for our town and some exciting plans are beginning to take shape. I’m sworn to secrecy for now, but I can say there are some interesting things on the horizon, so watch this space! Suffolk Day was another lovely occasion. It’s a chance to celebrate everything that makes our county so special, from its beautiful countryside to its welcoming communities. I was particularly excited to see Hadleigh represented not only by myself but also by Boudicca Border Morris which is of course Hadleigh based! The event also gave

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me another opportunity to remind people just how proud I am to call Hadleigh home. We really do have something special here. I was honoured to attend Suffolk’s Armed Forces Day celebrations. Hadleigh has a strong Armed Forces community, and it was wonderful to see so many people come together to recognise the service and sacrifice of our serving personnel, veterans, reservists and their families. It was a fitting tribute and a reminder of how much we owe those who serve our country. Plus Zayn and Zara loved the bouncy castle! Hadleigh already has a lot to be proud of, but to add to it, some of our very own Hadleigh Arena Karate have been selected to represent Team GB at the World Traditional Karate and Kickboxing Association World Championships in Carrara, Italy. I watched the athletes train and we spoke about the challenges of accessing funding and the ways we can work together to support them in achieving their ambitions. We have some incredibly dedicated sportspeople in our town, and I hope we can play a small part in helping them continue their journey. What continues to strike me is the number of people who quietly work behind the scenes to make Hadleigh such a vibrant place to live. Whether they’re running community groups, supporting local businesses, organising events or simply giving up their time to help others, they all contribute to the wonderful community spirit that makes our town so special. I’m looking forward to seeing what August brings and to meeting many more of you at the events taking place over the summer. Until next month, take care and enjoy the sunshine while it lasts! Cllr Zunaid Saiyed. Mayor of Hadleigh

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Well folks, they thought it was over and it was. Through blazing July we witnessed some super ad lei fo gh Suf sporting events, including rugby, golf, tennis, Grand Prixs, both cars and motorbikes and of course the football World Cup. What a disappointment on that Wednesday night. The weather was warm; a gentle breeze and all eyes were glued on the TV as England took on Argentina in the second of the semi-finals. Spain had already booked their place easing past a lacklustre French side who were favourites to go all the way. For whatever reason we failed to win through even though we scored first. I’m no expert but to try to defend against the current world champions for over half an hour is simply suicide me thinks, Mr Tuchel got it all wrong on the night. Nonetheless we went on to play the French on the Saturday, the day before the Argies went on to meet Spain in New York, who I thought were the team of the tournament and blew France away in their semi -final. Congratulations to Spain on lifting the trophy with a well deserved win against Argentina and to Engand for their win over France in the third place play off. Who would have dreamt of a 10 goal finale with England bagging 6 to the French 4. All in all, it was a super World Cup, very well organised, incredible stadia and a full house at nearly every game. Hats of the em Yankees, they did good. Some of the refereeing was suspect and FIFA really need to look at ticket prices going forward as many fans are simply priced out of attending. Is Gianni Infantino a step up from Blatter? Will Trump be the next FIFA President. Donald’s intervention of a red card issued against a USA player was ill judged I feel and made a mockery of the systems in place. It will be interesting to see how the FBI’s investigation in the Argentinian Football association plays out too. Lots of Lolly gone adrift so it seems. Talking about football and on a lighter note the Premier League kicks off on Friday 21st August with Champions Arsenal entertaining new arrival Coventry City at the Etihad. Ipswich have their first televised game on Sunday 30th August when then travel to Old Trafford to face off with Man Utd. KO is 4.30 pm and will be live at The Cock Inn. Arsenal must be one of the favourites to lift the title once more and Man City should be in the frame too, even without the management of Pep and his team. The Tractor Boys have a new face at the helm in Gary O’Niel, and it will be interesting to see how he does. He kept Bournemouth and Wolves up though then failed miserably and has not secured a longer-term contract until now. We wish him luck and a big thank you to Keiran for steering the lads back to the Premiership. Since the World Cup and the glorious summer weather we have a TV in the garden and we hope that this may become a permanent feature if our summers are going to get warmer. What a summer we have had, though most would say, it’s too hot. Yep, agree, we are not set up for it, but we will all have to consider Air Conditioning if the climate continues to heat up. Live sport is limited during August however you still have the British MotoGP from Silverstone; the start of the US Open, and F1 Grand Prix from Holland and two cricket Tests as England take on Pakistan. If you are like me, I like to take a little time out from sport and try to enjoy the best of the summer. If you read this edition early in August, you may well have visited our Mid-Summer Beer and Cider Festival. It’s smaller than the full-on festivals we stage every May and late September but well worth a visit. Lots of ciders in frosted glasses and remember, our cask ales are cooled as we invested in our very own portable ale cooler. Visitors will be limited to 10 pints of the strong ciders, just as precaution, ha-ha but please be aware of ABVs when ordering. The festival will run from Friday 31st May to Monday 3rd August. Live music features a little less through August though we still have Remedy on Friday 31st July and the extremely talented songwriter and artist Brendon Ware on Sunday 2nd August. Locals will surely know Chubby Rhino and Flumpy, two energetic DJ’s who will take us back to years gone by on Saturday 1st from 8pm. The wonderful band, Buzz will entertain us on Saturday 8th and if you’ve not seen these guys, you’ve truly missed out. Just brilliant and ready to bring back those memories of the 70s and 80s. The Blaggers are back on Sunday 16th at 3pm with terrific sounds from The Eagles, Beatles, The Who, ELO, Fleetwood Mac, S&G and so much more. We conclude the month of music with a visit from Blaze On. John Pipe and his band will perform on Bank Holiday Sunday 30th from 3pm.

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The Cock Inn, 89 George Street, Hadleigh Tel 01473 941049 • FB: The Cock Inn Hadleigh Gang If you recall the Blazers or Shabeen, well these guys and gals are still strumming away. Full house expected so please arrive early. There is lots going on in the High Street and the proposals to make it one way with enhanced pedestrianised areas being a hot topic of debate. It certainly requires surgery as quite a few shops have and are closing. Adnams was the latest casualty and it’s a store that will be well missed. Apart from a nice selection of wines, they sold lots of quirky items for the bar, kitchen and home. I hear that a High Street Retailers group has been formed within Hadleigh and they meet each month in the Jet Lounge. I will try to get along to the next meeting in August although word is that some representatives met with local MP James Cartlidge in mid-July. There certainly needs to be something done to revive our High Street with many high streets across the country suffering as lifestyles change and costs rocket. I believe that National Government needs to address Business Rates, private landlords to get real about future rents and cease ‘upwardly only’ rent reviews and local government should move to scrap parking charges, which in small towns have a track record off killing trade and increasing illegal parking. Off-street parking around the town has become extremely dangerous too as our narrow streets find it rather difficult to accommodate parking on both sides. The car park that services the leisure centre and mid George Street should certainly be returned to free parking to alleviate dangerous off-street parking along the road. It has increasingly become an alternative ‘through route’ as Angel Street now suffers from increased off-street parking making its navigation frustrating and slow. Our garden is now in full bloom, and it looks absolutely beautiful. With extra seating this year and a host of parasols why not come on over and enjoy a refreshing drink in lovely surroundings. We have a super range of wines and spirits, and we only charge £2 extra for doubles on 90 percent of our spirit range with the offer available all day every day. With frosted glasses for ciders and lagers and Hadleigh’s biggest choice of Cask Condition Ales (three of which change weekly), it sure is a great place for quality and value. Don’t forget our Early Bird promotion too with drink offers on weekdays between 12 noon and 6pm. Please drink often but responsibly. www.hadleighcommunitynews.co.uk

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Our walk on Saturday 8 August will be a circular one of approximately 10.5 miles. We will leave Stonehouse Road car park at 8.30 am and proceed via the Railway Walk to Lower Layham, Shelley, Raydon, Sodom & Gomorrah, Shelley again and back to Hadleigh. We will have two short refreshment stops along the way. We will aim to maintain a not-too-demanding 2.5 mph (4 km/ hr). Walkers should be aware that any weather is possible and some of the paths may be overgrown in places so strong shoes or preferably walking boots should be worn as the ground will be muddy or rough in places. Everyone is welcome, including wellbehaved dogs. As usual, route maps can be requested from the website. For further information about these walks go to hadleighwalkers. com or email us at hadleighwalkers@gmail.com

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maintained roads, social care funding or efficient governance. No, what we really need is yet another commission, investigation, reassessment, reconsideration and reflection. Once again, officers will need to be deployed. Reports will need to be written. Meetings will need to be held. Consultants may need to consult. Papers will need to be produced for committees tasked with deciding whether previous committees were correct. And once again, somebody will be paying. Spoiler alert: it’s us. A Letter from a Bewildered Suffolk Ratepayer Meanwhile, residents struggling with rising household costs may Dear Fellow Residents of Suffolk, be forgiven for asking whether this endless cycle of political pointI write to you from the comfort of my armchair, clutching my council scoring, revisiting settled decisions and commissioning reviews tax bill and wondering whether I have accidentally subscribed to a represents the wisest use of scarce public funds. comedy channel. There is a growing sense that Suffolk’s leaders have fallen in It appears that Suffolk County Council has decided that, having love with the rear-view mirror. Instead of focusing on delivering just endured the expense and upheaval of the planned Local services, they seem determined to refight old battles and reopen Government Reorganisation, what we really need is to spend even old arguments. more of our money challenging the outcome. One might almost imagine a political handbook somewhere How thoughtful. entitled “If in doubt, challenge it, cancel it, review it and then challenge Of course, this challenge will not be free. No matter how often it again.” politicians speak of “processes”, “reviews”, “consultations” and Residents should pay close attention. “legal considerations”, there remains the awkward reality that Because every legal challenge, every review, every commissioned somebody has to pay for them. That somebody, dear reader, is us. report and every piece of administrative theatre comes with a price We are told the costs will come from reserves. Excellent news! tag. It may not arrive immediately, but sooner or later it lands on Except reserves are rather like the biscuit tin in the cupboard: if our doormat. you keep taking biscuits out, eventually someone has to buy more The bill, as ever, comes to the taxpayer. biscuits. So if your council tax rises, if your local services shrink, or if you When budget time comes around, will we hear that reserves are told that difficult financial decisions must be made, remember need rebuilding? Will services be squeezed? Will charges rise? Will that money does not simply disappear. It gets spent—sometimes council tax continue its upward march? One suspects the answer on things that directly improve residents’ lives, and sometimes on may be yes. what previous generations would have called plain old tomfoolery. So let us be clear. We appear destined to pay either way: through Residents need not agree on the merits of local government bills, 24 reduced services, or a delightful combination of both. HCN higher February layout.qxp_Layout 1 24/01/2024 13:35 Page 4reorganisation or climate policy. What we should all be able to But wait—there’s more. agree on is that every pound spent on challenges, reviews and Not content with reopening the debate on local government structures, councillors have now voted (on 16 July 2026) to rescind revisiting old decisions is a pound that cannot be spent on the Suffolk’s Climate Emergency Declaration, originally adopted in services we rely upon.” March 2019, and commission a comprehensive review of climate, Yours, in bewilderment and with one eye on the council tax demand, net-zero and environmental programmes. A Suffolk Ratepayer Another review.

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Our first meeting of 2024 was held on our new “Warning: Further reviews may be month commissioned whilst reading this letter.” night of the third Monday of the 15th January and was again well attended on a bitterly cold night. The speaker was Fay Jones, The Woodland Chestnuts Woodturning Haberdasher who ...then spoke very knowledgeably Club Hadleigh is the place for you ! about Taxonomy (thein science of classification of living and extinct organisms) a very wide ranging subject. The talk was specifically about how species of plants are categorised and then Fay went on to talk about Pines and Firs one of her speciality subjects. Fay bought along some amazing cone specimens for the audience to see and feel explaining the different types and their reproductive cycle. The Competition, “A photograph of your own garden in the past year” was won by Kate Banks. Members enjoyed the Raffle and there was a sale of a few plants. There was Chestnuts is a well established club by in Hadleigh, meeting every also a sale of garden books kindly donated a non-member. Our February meeting is onmonth Mondaythroughout 19th at 7.30 the in theyear. GuildWe Room opposite third Thursday of the gather in St.the Mary’s Church and ourof speaker will be from Walnut Tree Nursery. The community room the Hadleigh United Reformed Church subject is “Garden Trees for number all Seasons”. A great opportunity to ask which at 7.30pm. (please ring below in case of late changes) tree is suitable for your own garden large ormonth small. Why photograph the Approximately every alternative we not have visiting space and bring it along for advice as a visitor – entry £4 and £2 for members. demonstrators or club members helping to increase or improve THE COMPETITION is “A bunch of hellebores”. our techniques and to contact: provide hadleighgardenclub@gmail.com inspiration for future projects. For more information You are very welcome toAngie join us you are just interested or Tel: onwhether 07946 744457

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and not yet a turner, are a “learner” or an experienced turner there will be something for you. Come and see what you think with no obligation. Our forthcoming programme for the next two months is: • 20 August – Our own Mo & Pete, interesting and woody ! Plus candle stick projects. • 17th September – Demo by John Hammond, turning fruit We are a friendly bunch and look forward to welcoming you soon. For more information, please contact Geoff Harris on 01473 828194

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We are delighted to announce our next Café Talks will be giving by Sudbury & South Suffolk Citizens Advice. Join us for an informative talk about Citizens Advice who provides free, confidential, and impartial advice to help people navigate complex issues like debt, housing, benefits, and employment. Discover practical support, ask questions, and learn how Citizens Advice can help. This will take place on Monday 17 August 2026 in the Dining Room, Town Hall, Market Place, Hadleigh. The talk starts promptly at 2pm and will finish by 3pm. Door will open for refreshment from 1:30pm. All welcome.

Appeal for knitting yarn and shoeboxes with separate lids We at the Hadleigh United Reformed Church would be so pleased to have any unwanted yarn and shoeboxes for our Blythswood Christmas Shoebox Appeal. A band of knitters will turn your yarn into warm, hats, gloves and scarves. The shoeboxes are filled with essential items for those in need, in time for Christmas. Shoeboxes with separate lids are harder for us to find now. If you can help us we would be very grateful. Please bring along to Hadleigh United Reformed Church, in the Market Place, on Saturday 12 September between 9am-5pm. Many thanks. Hilary Crisp 822208

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We normally show subtitles to make our cinema an £4.50 (cash or card) on the door. inclusive venue for those who are hearing impaired. Doors open at 7pm note the for National Theatre Live event scheduled There willPlease be a short interval refreshments. normally for show subtitles to makehas our been cinemaCANCELLED. an 13th September We will be usive venue for those who are hearing impaired. bringing you more NTL events soon – look out for details. ase note the National Theatre Live event

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As summer is in full swing, there has never been a better time to prioritise your health, fitness and wellbeing. Whether you’re looking to become more active, recover from an injury, improve your strength or simply feel your best, the team at FitFRAME Physio & Gym is here to support you every step of the way. We’re delighted to welcome two fantastic new members to our growing team. Dan Donnelly, Physiotherapist, brings a wealth of experience in assessing and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Alongside expert assessment and rehabilitation, Dan offers hands-on treatments including manual therapy, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage and traditional Thai massage, providing a comprehensive approach to helping you move and feel better. We’re also pleased to welcome Evelyn Dixon, who will be offering sports massage appointments every Saturday. Whether you’re training for an event, recovering from exercise, managing muscle tension or simply looking to unwind, sports massage can be an excellent addition to your health and fitness routine. Our summer timetable is packed with classes suitable for all abilities. From our popular Strength at the Mill and Kersey Kicker sessions to Functional Strength & Balance classes designed specifically for older adults, there’s something for everyone. Classes are welcoming, professionally coached and a great way to stay motivated while exercising in a friendly community environment. You don’t need to be a gym member to join our classes—everyone is welcome. Finally, we’d love you to save the date for our next FitFRAME Fitness Challenge on Sunday 6th September. Following the fantastic success of our first event, we’re excited to bring it back even bigger and better. Once again, there will be competitions for adults and children, with adult entrants able to compete either individually or in pairs. It’s a brilliant opportunity to challenge yourself, cheer others on and enjoy a fun day of fitness within the local community. Keep an eye on our social media pages for full event details and booking information, or email claire@fitframephysio.com to register your interest. We look forward to welcoming both familiar and new faces to FitFRAME this summer!

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Our summer social evening was held in Semer at Sue Mordey’s extensive garden. Club members were fortunate to enjoy this beautiful setting with perfect temperatures to stroll and catch up with friends. The raffle was all colourful plants and Sue provided light refreshments to round off our evening . We were pleased to welcome two new members at this event . 8 July was our coach trip to East Ruston. Then 17 August we are back in the Guildhall at 7.30pm for Fincham Farm Flowers and the competition is three tomatoes on a plate. We hope to see you there as we resume our normal programme . Any queries please contact Angie on 07946744457 or hadleighgardenclub@ gmail .com

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7.30pm at ALDHAM CHURCH An illustrated talk by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission entitled “Gardening the World”. A follow-up to our very successful introductory talk last year on how the Commission came into being.

Tickets £10 per adult (which includes a donation to the CWGC and a first glass of wine or a soft drink). “Under 16’s” are welcome free of charge. Tickets may be purchased at the door but it is ALWAYS helpful to let us know in advance if you are coming. Thank you, Further information from Jonathan Ralph : E: jonathan_ralph@outlook.com

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The final weeks of the Summer term at The Shelley Centre for Therapeutic Riding are the ‘show’ weeks. Almost all of the riders participate in one or both of two competitions – Countryside Challenge and Dressage. We are indebted to Mary Thornley who kindly gives her time to judge these classes. Mary is well known as a dressage judge and in the local equestrian world, having The Countryside Challenge includes given a great deal of her time riding through the trees – pictures taken by John Boyle. in recent years to the Pony Club. Countryside Challenge is similar to what some riders will recognise as the Riding Club or Pony Club competition of Handy Pony. In the Shelley Countryside Challenge the arena is set up with a course of obstacles that simulate a trail ride. Riders may take part with their horse led, including with the support of side walkers if required, or unled when in the arena. The aim is to specifically display balance, steering, accuracy technical knowledge and safety. The course includes elements such as opening and going through a gate, posting a letter and crossing a ‘bridge.’ We are very fortunate at Shelley to be able to use the opening a gate element to then leave the arena briefly and ride through an area of trees, where the rider is also given marks for correct position when riding uphill and then downhill. Although in recent years it’s been difficult for the Centre to take horses and riders to external events, some groups are able to take competitors all the way to the RDA Countryside Challenge National Championships. Following the Countryside Challenge we then have our Dressage Week. In fact neither competition only takes a week as the horses and ponies would get bored doing exactly the same thing for each session of the day and may start to anticipate the tests – which could give Friday’s riders an unfair advantage if the horse has learned the test by then better than the rider or their helpers! This year, due to the hot weather, at time of writing some of the dressage tests are still to be completed. Many of our riders take the competition weeks very seriously and (like some pictured here) wear formal showing attire to take part. Ruby-Blu and Cali who There is a prize for turnout but we were placed second in the don’t insist that all riders ‘dress up’ Countryside Challenge for the event. If they choose to wear what they usually wear for their riding sessions, that’s fine as it’s important for them all to feel comfortable. When the competitions weeks have been completed we award the prizes – there are also achievement awards for those riders who only ride Ebony the mechanical horse. At the end of June we said farewell to our Yard Manager Abi who has decided to move on. Abi brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to the centre and always made our horses’ welfare her highest priority. She leaves with our thanks and will be missed by horses, riders and volunteers alike. We are currently in the process of recruiting her replacement and thank our volunteers who have stepped up to look after the yard in the interim. Website: shelleyrda.com Facebook: Shelley RDA Centre. Telephone: 01473 824172 Charity number 1113636

Beaumont Community Primary School

What a fantastic summer term it has been at Beaumont Community Primary School! It has been another busy and memorable few months, filled with learning, achievement and plenty of opportunities for our children to shine. Our Year 6 pupils showed incredible determination and resilience during their SATs week. We are immensely proud of the mature attitude they Beaumont Community Primary demonstrated throughout the School assessments, and they should all feel incredibly proud of everything they have achieved. They also took part in the Crucial Crew programme, where they learnt skills to help prepare them for the future. As they erm it valuable has beenlife at Beaumont Community Primary School! It has been come to the end of their primary school journey, they have enjoyed ble fewa months, filled with learning, achievement of fantastic leavers’ trip to Jump In, followedand by plenty an emotional and ren to heart-warming shine. leavers’ performance and presentation. We wish each and every one of them the very best as they begin their next ncredible determination and resilience adventure at secondary school. during their SATs week. We are ature attitude demonstrated throughoutcompleted the assessments, and they Our Yearthey 5 children have successfully their Bikeability developing skills and confidence oud oftraining, everything they haveessential achieved.road Theysafety also took part in the Crucial when cycling.life Weskills are to also incredibly proudfor ofthe ourfuture. Year 4Aspupils hey learnt valuable help prepare them they for the hard work they put into preparing for their Multiplication rimaryTables school Check journey, they have enjoyed a fantastic leavers' trip toefforts Jump and our Year 1 children for their fantastic al andduring heart-warming leavers' performance presentation. We wish the Phonics Screening Check. and Their positive attitudes and determination have been wonderful to see. at secondary school. m the very best as they begin their next adventure There have been plenty of exciting experiences beyond the uccessfully completed Bikeability training, developing essential road classroom too. their Key Stage 2 have enjoyed educational visits to Hollow Farm, whileofKey 1 pupils had a fantastic e whenDuxford cycling. and We are also Trees incredibly proud ourStage Year 4 for the day BaylhamTables Farm.Check These provided valuable eparing for exploring their Multiplication andtrips our Year 1 children for learning opportunities and created memories that will last for g the Phonics Screening Check. Their positive attitudes and determination years to come. e. One of the highlights of the term was our Year 5 and Year 6

sleepover. With sumo suits, pizza, games and very little sleep, it was certainly an evening to remember! Our annual Games Day was another huge success, with every child demonstrating excellent teamwork, determination and sportsmanship. Congratulations to Team Orange, who were crowned this year’s champions. As we write this, excitement is building for Beaumont’s Got Talent and a well-earned visit from the ice cream van on the school field to celebrate the end of another successful academic year. We know these events will be the perfect way to finish the term together. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the local Hadleigh businesses that supported our Year 5 and Year 6 treasure hunt. Your generosity helped create a wonderful community event that was thoroughly enjoyed by all involved. We would also like to thank all of our parents and carers for the incredible support you have shown throughout the academic year. Whether attending school events, volunteering your time or supporting learning at home, your partnership makes such a difference to our school community. Finally, Beaumont Community Primary School is currently looking to recruit new school governors. If you are passionate about education and would like to help shape the future of our school, we would love to hear from you. Please contact the school office for further information. As another successful academic year comes to an end, we reflect on everything our children have accomplished and all the wonderful memories we have made together. We hope you have an enjoyable and safe summer break, and we look forward to welcoming you all back on Thursday 3 September

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exciting experiences beyond the classroom too. Key Stage 2 have enjoyed rd and Hollow Trees Farm, while Key Stage 1 had a fantastic day exploring provided valuable learning opportunities and created memories that will

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At times, his hot, inventive, hard‑driving approach seemingly raised the temperature higher than outside, yet this set included more ballads than last year’s full‑tilt Parker-inspired show. I enjoyed the evening’s repertoire, as it offered a broader range. Alongside Greg was Club favourite Chris Ingham – bandleader, composer, singer, presenter and, above all, a fine pianist Review by Robert Carr on sparkling form. I’ve always admired Chris’s lyricism and improvisational flair, both of which shone under Greg’s frequent, good‑humoured promptings. A generous bandleader, Greg also encouraged his sidemen – the versatile, award‑winning Simon and the thoughtfully propulsive Alfonso – to enjoy their moments in the spotlight. Together with Chris, the complete ensemble proved ideal for sophisticated small‑combo jazz, offering a cultured display of group improvisation. Before the show, I joined Chris for the pleasure of an informal One of the sultriest evenings of the heatwave saw legendary chat with Greg. Charming and American jazz saxophonist and flautist Greg Abate return to Fleece courteous, he happily recalled Jazz at the Stoke by Nayland Hotel, bringing his trademark bebop his experiences and musical partnerships. Come back soon, fire. Acclaimed as “one of the most appealing saxophonists on the scene Greg. today”, the Grammy‑nominated New Englander is celebrated for The Club has presented jazz for over thirty years, earning renown fluency, invention and an assertive style rooted in bebop. It was for the quality of its shows and its welcoming atmosphere. I always a happy reunion with pianist Chris Ingham, bassist Simon Thorpe enjoy my visits and admire the organisers for their dedication to keeping live music thriving. and drummer Alfonso Vitale. In his early career, Greg played with iconic orchestras including Advance information about Fleece Jazz shows can be obtained joining the Club’s mailing list. Log on to www.fleecejazz.org. those of Ray Charles and Artie Shaw. His long, distinguished journeyHCN by February 24 layout.qxp_Layout 1 24/01/2024 13:35 Page 24 continues with remarkable vigour; now approaching eighty, he still uk and click the ‘email list’ link to subscribe. Publicity material is also available at many outlets in the area, including the Stoke by tours the world for more than 200 days a year. Along with Fleece Jazz regulars, I quickly sensed how fortunate Nayland Hotel reception. we were to have him back when he opened with Charlie Parker’s Pictures by Miles Dagnall, Fleece Jazz eponymous Parker’s Mood. A deep, introspective blues, it introduced the emotional weight of Parker’s composing and Greg’s command of it. Car bee Critics have long praised the piece, and Chris also responded by use revealing a more blues‑inflected side to his playing than I’d heard par from him before. It proved an ideal opener, bonding the quartet opin and signalling a mellower tone for the evening than on his previous hav visit. the The blues‑soul atmosphere rolled on mor mos with When Sunny Gets Blue and then be a You Don’t Know Me, immortalised by EV Ray Charles. Greg’s reading of it was poin tender and assured, and Chris and the eigh rhythm section clearly relished the Bar shared groove. Jan Switching from alto to his flute, Greg Wa introduced his elegant composition wor Contemplation. Given his admiration Mar cha for Charlie “Bird” Parker, it was no dem surprise to detect a touch of George poin Shearing’s Lullaby of Birdland in its Loc cool, reflective lines. Loc The second set brought more up‑tempo swing, with seamless be r shifts between alto and flute. This was especially delightful on touc Horace Silver’s Silver Serenade, where Greg and Chris shaped a Em lively, conversational duet. app intro Parker’s bebop spirit was never far away, though Greg also in B ventured into Latin colours with his arrangement of Star Eyes and gro Joe Henderson’s Recorda Me. Und A dip into the Great American Songbook offered another example the of his refined flute artistry. Hearing him on Body and Soul reminded emp me how rarely I encounter the flute as a lead voice in jazz or classical pre settings. I liked it immensely and intend to explore more. be f Cou Greg’s encore, Wayne Shorter’s Footprints, showcased his fluid, from effortless phrasing, full of sly hints and half‑quotes – an apt a pr conclusion to the evening.

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HADLEIGH TOWN COUNCIL Full Council Meeting

Thursday 18 June 2026 at 7pm held in The Guild Room at Hadleigh Town Hall, Market Place, Hadleigh, IP7 5DN

Minutes

Present Councillors Beggerow, Howlett, Monks, Roberts, Saiyed (Chair), Shearly-Sanders and Wiltshire. In Attendance Town Clerk, 3 members of the public, 2 via Zoom. Welcome The Chair welcomed everyone and advised that the Council, members of the public and press may record/film or broadcast the meeting, when the press and public are not lawfully excluded. Any member of the public who attends the meeting is advised that the Town Council cannot control 3rd party recording. The Town Council will record the meeting. Apologies of Absence Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Allan, Francis and County Councillor Dowling. Declarations of Interest Councillor Beggerow declared a nonregistrable interest in HTC26.101 as he is the Treasurer of Hadleigh United Football Club. Councillor Shearly-Sanders declared a non-registrable interest in HTC26.100 as they have a family member buried in the cemetery. Dispensations There was no consideration of requests for dispensations. Minutes 21st May 2026 Proposed by Councillor Beggerow, seconded by Councillor Monks the minutes of the meeting held on Thursday 21st May 2026 were approved subject to a amending HTC26.038 Mayors Report to mention the vote of thanks and HTC26.074 Interview Panel – facilities Officer to amend the number of votes. Vote = 5 For, 0 Against, 2 Abstain Reports The reports from Suffolk County Council and Babergh District Council were noted. District Councillor Carruthers answered questions on LGR and Reform’s Challenge, and JLP Scoping Consultation. Public Forum A member of the public spoke about the Tennis Club and the fee increases. A letter was received about speed limits on Benton Street. Standing Order 7 Proposed by Councillor Beggerow, seconded by Councillor Monks it was agreed to suspend Standing Order 7 to allow the agenda item 6b and 7e to be discussed. Vote = 7 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstain Finance – Payment Schedule Proposed by Councillor Monks, seconded by Councillor Beggerow the schedule of invoices was noted and payments over £5,000 that have not previously been agreed were approved. In alignment with the adopted Financial Regulations, all payments under £1,000 are approved by the RFO, as are items between £1,000 and £5,000 with clearance of the Chairman of the Council or Chairman of the appropriate committee. A recorded vote was requested 5 For (Beggerow, Howlett, Monks, Saiyed and Shearly-Sanders), 0 Against, 2 Abstain (Roberts and Wiltshire) Cllr Roberts queried a payment made under an open-ended contract and asked if the Finance and Budget Sub-committee would consider reviewing open-ended contracts. The clerk and Cllr Beggerow (a member of Finance & Budget Sub-committee) agreed that the subcommittee would review the issue.” Finance – Year End Figures Proposed by Councillor Beggerow, seconded by Councillor Shearly-Sanders the year-end figures (including reserves) for 2025/26 were approved. A recorded vote was requested 5 For (Beggerow, Howlett, Monks, Saiyed and Shearly-Sanders), 0 Against, 2 Abstain (Roberts and Wiltshire) Annual Internal Audit Report 2025/26 Proposed by Councillor Beggerow, seconded by Councillor Monks the Annual Internal Audit Report for 25/26 was approved. A recorded vote was requested 5 For (Beggerow, Howlett, Monks, Saiyed and Shearly-Sanders), 2 Against (Roberts and Wiltshire), 0 Abstain Internal Audit Action Plan Proposed by Councillor Monks, seconded by Councillor Beggerow the action plan for recommendations from the Internal Audit Report was received. A recorded vote was requested 5 For (Beggerow, Howlett, Monks, Saiyed and Shearly-Sanders), 2 Against (Roberts and Wiltshire), 0 Abstain 24

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AGAR 25/26 Governance Statement Proposed by Councillor Roberts, seconded by Councillor Wiltshire it was proposed to agree to approve the AGAR governance statement for 25/26 line by line. A recorded vote was requested 3 For (Roberts, Saiyed and Wiltshire), 4 Against (Beggerow, Howlett, Monks, Shearly-Sanders), 0 Abstain. Following the vote the motion was not passed. Standing Order 1r(iv) Councillor Monks proposed moving to a vote, under Standing Order 1r(iv), seconded by Councillor Shearly-Sanders. A recorded vote was requested 3 For (Beggerow, Monks and ShearlySanders), 4 Against (Howlett, Roberts, Saiyed and Wiltshire), 0 Abstain Following the vote the motion was not passed. AGAR 25/26 Governance Statement Proposed by Councillor Howlett, Seconded by Councillor Beggerow the AGAR governance statement for 25/26 was approved. A recorded vote was requested 5 For (Beggerow, Howlett, Monks, Saiyed and Shearly-Sanders), 2 Against (Roberts and Wiltshire), 0 Abstain AGAR 25/26 Accounting Statement Proposed by Councillor Beggerow, seconded by Councillor Monks the AGAR accounting statement for 25/26 was approved. A recorded vote was requested 5 For (Beggerow, Howlett, Monks, Saiyed and Shearly-Sanders), 2 Against (Roberts and Wiltshire), 0 Abstain Amended CIL Return 25/26 Proposed by Councillor Beggerow, seconded by Council Howlett the amended CIL return for 25/26 was approved. Vote = 7 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstain Bank Signatory – Removal of Signatories Proposed by Councillor Beggerow, seconded by Councillor Shearly-Sanders it was agreed to remove Gordon McLeod and Brian Loftus as signatories on the Metro bank account. Vote = 7 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstain Bank Signatory – Add Signatories Proposed by Councillor ShearlySanders, seconded by Councillor Monks it was agreed to add Roger Howlett as a bank signatory. A recorded vote was requested 5 For (Beggerow, Howlett, Monks, Saiyed and Shearly-Sanders), 0 Against, 2 Abstain (Roberts and Wiltshire) Staff Pensions It was noted that the Town Council have complied with their duties as an employer with regards to automatic enrolment and that the Town Clerk has completed and submitted a declaration of compliance to the Pension Regulator. Fee Review - Allotments Proposed by Councillor Howlett, seconded by Councillor Beggerow it was agreed to increase the allotment rents by 2.5% (rounded to the nearest 10p) effective from 29th September 2026. Vote = 6 For, 1 Against, 0 Abstain Councillor Shearly-Sanders left the room at 8.20pm. Fee Review - Cemetery Proposed by Councillor Beggerow, seconded by Councillor Howlett it was agreed to increase all Cemetery fees by 2.5% (rounded to the nearest £5) from 1st August 2026. Vote = 5 For, 1 Against, 0 Abstain Councillor Beggerow left the room at 8.24pm. Councillor Shearly-Sanders returned to the room at 8.25pm. Fee Review – Layham Road Proposed by Councillor Howlett, seconded by Councillor Shearly-Sanders it was agreed to increase all Layham Road fees by 2.5% (rounded to the nearest £1) from 1st September 2026. A recorded vote was requested 4 For (Howlett, Monks, Saiyed and Shearly-Sanders), 2 Against (Roberts and Wiltshire), 0 Abstain Councillor Beggerow returned to the room at 8.35pm Grant Evaluation Form The Grant Evaluation form from Inspire Porch Project was noted. Visit Hadleigh Report – Annual Report Proposed by Councillor Saiyed, seconded by Councillor Roberts a vote of thanks was given to Visit Hadleigh. Vote = 7 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstain Proposed by Councillor Beggerow, seconded by Councillor ShearlySanders the Visit Hadleigh annual report for 2025 was received. Vote = 7 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstain Visit Hadleigh Report – 6 Monthly Report Proposed by Councillor Monks, seconded by Councillor Shearly-Sanders the Visit Hadleigh 6 monthly report (1st November 2025 to 31st March 2026) was received. Vote = 7 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstain Future Meetings The next scheduled meeting will be on Thursday 16th July 2026. Close of Meeting The meeting closed at 8.41 pm. Wendy Brame, Town Clerk

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RENEWAL

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Levy. DAC - Diocesan Advisory Committee. re Levy. DAC - Diocesan Advisory Committee. Funding James CartlidgeCIL MPand recently held a roundtable RT -Guidance: Renewal Team. - Community Infrastructure Levy. DAC - Diocesan Advisory Commi important that we protect maintain our

in St Mary’s, Hadleigh for churches across South Suffolk to GARDENING highlight the support schemes that arefrom available. He said it’s so takeholders andHadleigh churches across the dtable in St Mary’s, for churches across South important that we protect and maintain our ecclesiastical heritage. MADE EASY... Funding Guidance:James Cartlidge MPmaintain recently held a roundtable in St Mary’s, Hadleigh for churches ac e saidThe it’sevent so important that webecome protect and our aimed to it bring together relevant stakeholders and fication on when may operational, Suffolk tostakeholders highlight support schemes arenew available. He said it’s so important that we protect and m churches from across the the constituency to discuss that this and churches fromitwhat across the fund may mean, gain further clarification on whenbe may become alrelevant support that organisations may able to ecclesiastical heritage. The event aimedoperational, toandbring together relevant stakeholders and churches from operational, understand the likely scopebecome of the scheme, hear urther clarification on when it may cipating organisations were - the National about any additional support that organisations may be ablemean, to to discuss this new fund may gain further clarification on when it may become o nyconstituency additional support thatwhat organisations may be able provide directly to churches, including training opportunities. Theto the likely scope of the scheme, and hear about any additional support that organisations may ge Fund, and Historic England. The meeting participating organisations were - the National Trust, s.understand The participating organisations were -Churches the National SALES, SERVICE & REPAIR OF MANY Suffolk Historic Churches Trust, National Lottery Heritage Fund, provide directly churches, including training opportunities. The TYPES participating organisations were - th OF EQUIPMENT ttery Heritage Fund,toand Historic England. meeting and discussion. and Historic England. The meeting began with shortThe presentations, equipment Fund, | Brushcutters lawn trimmers Churches Trust, Suffolkfor Historic Trust, National Arboricultural Lottery Heritage and &Historic England. Th followed by an opportunity questionsChurches and discussion. orHadleigh questions and discussion. residents Blowers & Vacuums | Chainsaws and Forestry equipment The Vestry Open Day: This open began and withHadleigh short presentations, followed by an opportunityHedge for questions and discussion. visitors residents trimmers | Lawnmowers | Pressure washers day was much enjoyed by visitors Sacristy and priestly Ride-on mowers and accessories | Rotavators / Cultivators The Vestry Open Day:ThisAllopen day was much enjoyed by visitors and Hadleigh residents and Hadleigh residents alike. he Vestry, Sacristy and priestly Shredders and Chippers welcomed the opportunity to take ealike. toAa ring one of the All welcomed theofSacristy opportunity to take a closer look at the Vestry, Sacristy and priestly on. chance toatring one the closer look the Vestry, and on priestly robes The on display. The robes display. Bell Tower also attracted a lot of attention. A chance to ring one of the worthwhile. Sadly, Sue Andrews Sadly, Bell Sue Tower Andrews also attracted a lot of attention. Athe chance to ring one of ancient narrow staircase well worthwhile. Sadly, Sue Andrews made scramble uponthe utbells the Vestry but they were ry but they were Forest & Garden Machinery HCN February 24 layout.qxp_Layout the bells made the on scramble up 1 24/01/2024 13:36 Page 35 wastheunable be there to well sign copies of her unique book about theLane Vestry butHadleigh, they were happen and to for the generous ancient narrow staircase Unit 7, Lady Ind Estate, Suffolkon IP7 6BQ ndsale. for the generous worthwhile. Sadly, Sue Andrews was unable to be there to sign Tel: 01473 823839 | www.wjgreen.co.uk Sincere thanks to those who gave their time to make it happen and for the generous rk ofcopies The Friends of St Mary’s. of her unique book about the Vestry but they were on sale. iends of St Mary’s. thanks those who gave their make it happen from who came. The money will support 7 donations forSincere 7.30pm Didtoall you know there istime no toneed to trek to the work of The Friends of St Mary’s. and for the generous donations from all who came. The money will th mHadleigh’s Did you know there is no need toandtrek Ukraine Update ght ofsupport the Proms? Hadleigh Orchestra several Night of Aid the Proms:Saturday 24to October 7 for 7.30pm Did you know there is no need theLast work ofThe The Friends of St Mary’s. I returned from my 11th trip to Ukraine, on 16 Hadleigh’s Last Night of the Proms:a will bring the familiar programme to the the much atmospheric London to hear loved Last Night of the Proms? The Hadleigh Orchestra a Proms? Orchestra several JanuaryThe ‘24, theHadleigh journeySaturday having been 24delayed October 7pmand for 7.30pm start due and to car preparation andwith then a beer wine barrequirements together the Did you know is nocustomary need trek flag to orchestra will bring the familiar programme to the a enthusiastic singers and toa youth the very familiar programme tothere the atmospheric severe weather justLondon before Christmas. to hear the much loved Last Night wn. Tickets are‘23,£15.00 andthewill be on sale every Friday In October I mentioned intended St Mary’s. will be a beer and wine bar together with the cust ofsurroundings the Proms? The of Hadleigh OrchestraThere and purchase, in Ukraine, of a new car carrying road customary flag wine bar together with the several enthusiastic singers and a youth reet.trailer, Although thenow Church offers a largeand space, for safety waving, bobbing up and down. 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HEAT Members Enjoy a Bug Safari

On a beautiful, warm summer’s evening 20 HEAT members had the privilege of enjoying a nature safari on rewilded land just outside of Hadleigh. Our guide for the evening was Ross Piper an entomologist, autho and Suffolk Naturalists’ Society’s beetle recorder. Members had fun insect sampling with the equipment that Ross had brought along and were amazed by his ability to identify the tiniest invertebrates. On a beautiful, warmeven summer’s evening 20 HEATTrees and shrubs were falling into nets and a moth had also been set the previous night t members had below the privilege of trap enjoying a nature night visitors to the land. imagine how fascinating creepy safari on rewilded landWho just could outside of Hadleigh. Our guide forcrawlie many there were? RossPiper showed just how important invertebrates the evening was Ross an us entomologist, author and Suffolkare in p cycling, pestSociety’s control and formrecorder. the basis of the food chain. We were fortunate Naturalists’ beetle biodiversity has been manage Members had fun exceptionally light touch for na insect sampling However, we can allwith do somet the equipment invertebrates in our that own space Ross Here arehad some brought simple ideas to along and around were wildlife in and your gar amazed by his native plants andability trees, thes to identify even for thethe inse larval food sources tiniest invertebrates. other creatures feed on. Stop Trees and– it’sshrubs the garden obvious but n were bit less shaken tidy in the with garden, es insects falling into leave some areas for wildlife to nets below a moth leaves, wildand corners. Provide trap had inalso been especially the hot dry spells experiencing currently – a pon set the previous night bowl of fresh water to reveal some of will theprovide for many creatures your gar night visitors to inthe invertebrates to small mamma land. read upcould on theimagine impact flea tr Who wildlife – inform creepy yourself and how fascinating dose your pets all time. If crawlies could thebe and work to restore nature in H and how many there hadleigh.heat@hotmail.com N were? Ross showed us just how important invertebrates are in from us, check your spam fold pollination, nutrient cycling, pest control and form the basis of the HCN February 24 layout.qxp_Layout 1 24/01/2024 13:35 Page 5food chain. We were fortunate to be on land rich in biodiversity has been managed with an exceptionally light touch for nature for decades. However, we can all do something to support invertebrates in our own spaces, however small. HereNEW are some simple ideas toINhelp insects and wildlife in and BEAUTY STUDIO HADLEIGH NOW OPEN around your garden: Grow some native plants and trees, these provide valuable larval food sources for the insects that birds and Vestry Renewal:- The Vestry open day on 19th other creatures feed on. Stop using chemicals in the garden – it’s January generated a great deal of interest. Over obvious but needs repeating. Be a bit less tidy in the garden, 80 visitors braved the cold outside to view the especially over winter, leave some areas for wildlife to shelter in – transformation which has taken place in this previously dark, dank little, but log piles, leaves, wild corners. important, room hidden away in the corner of the church. Still small but now light, airy and above all warm, it was a pleasure for members of the Renewal Provide clean water, especially in the hot dry spells that we are Team (RT) to be present to answer any questions about the refurbishment. A experiencing currently – a pond or even a shallow bowl of fresh provide -much needed fluids for many creatures in your Waxing Facials - Massage - Manicures photographic display of the work in progress and artefacts which came to light water will when the floor was dug up were alsoservices on display.with Theagenerosity the Friends garden from invertebrates to small mammals. Professional accountancy personaloftouch Pedicures - Gel Polish - Biab of St Mary’s enabled the vital work to be done. If you own a pet read up on the impact flea treatments have on The Church Display:- A new display outlining St Mary’s Past, Present and wildlife – inform yourself Lashand &decide Brow ifTinting you need to dose your pets Future is on show for visitors to enjoy. It also clearly demonstrates the all the time. Accounts evolution of the building from its veryPreparation simple beginnings to its present-day Tel - 07769 182164 Email - beautyescape1@outlook.com iconic presence in the town. The renewal initiative is part of the ongoing If you want to join HEAT and work to restore nature in Hadleigh Bookkeeping, Payroll & VAT email us at hadleigh.heat@hotmail.com NB: if you don’t hear from process to meet the needs of worshippers and community. Beauty Escape beauty_escape1 us, check your spam folder. Heating and Lighting:After much research the RT has found an affordable Management Reporting

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solution to ensure that the Church is a comfortable venue all the year round for church users. 14 beautiful heating and lighting units will adequately meet the challenge of heating and lighting this cavernous space. These attractive hanging units can be used collectively or separately as the need arises. Pledges:- The estimated cost of each unit is approximately £10,000. The challenge is now on to raise sufficient money for their acquisition and installation. The RT will be pulling out all the stops to engage as many folks as possible in its fund-raising efforts. At this stage we are looking for generous sponsors within the community to ‘pledge’ money to pay for all or part of a light. Pledge Forms and Gift Aid Declarations are available in the church or from davidhoyle1967@gmail.com. Your pledges are vital. They will not only pay for To thediscuss units but your also pave the way to larger, national requirements funding opportunities. accountancy and taxation In Loving runmeetings of Bryan Haylock’s pleaseMemory:feel free Understandably, to contact us – the ourfirst initial are free! new book has sold out so Jane is having a second run printed. Whether you are familiar or not with Bryan’s quirky humour and brilliant cartoons why not enjoy a selection both in “What Ho”? It can be purchased for £5 from the Idler HadleighofOffice T: 01473 657000 and9Avis Newsagents. Jane will donate the profits to the Friends of St Mary’s. Byford Court E: to info@suffolk.tax Don’t miss the opportunity remember Bryan’s unique work in this delightful Crockatt Road certified advisors W:and www.suffolk.tax publication his memory support the Church’s renewal initiative at the Hadleigh,inIpswich same time. With offices in Hadleigh, Ipswich & Felixstowe Suffolk IP7 6RD Saint Valentine:- With love in the air this month, aspiring romantics will be pleased to know that, once the heating and lighting problem has been 26 Telephone Community News on 01473 823366 addressed, weddings will no longer be confined to the warmer months of the year. The upgraded kitchen facilities will also pave the way for in-house

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Saturday 11 July 2026

Hadleigh United Football Club Youth Summer Event

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Hadleigh United Football Club Youth Summer Event

Saturday 11 July 2026

Hadleigh United Football Club’s annual Youth Summer

Hadleigh United Football Club’s annual Youth eventtoproved to be another outstanding success with SummerUnited event Football proved Club’s be annual another outstanding Hadleigh Youth Summer Hadleigh United Football Club’s annual Youth Summer Hadleigh United Football Club’s annual Youth Summer success with around 170 young players from the from the Under 8’s through 170 young players event proved to bearound another outstanding success with event proved to another be another outstanding Under 8’s through to the Under success 13’ssuccess enjoying event proved to be outstanding with with around 170 young players from the Under 8’s through to the Under 13’s enjoying Hadleigh United Football annual Youth Summer a around memorable day ofClub’s football, teamwork and a memorable day of young players from the Under 8’s through around 170170 young players from the Under 8’s through to the Under 13’s enjoying a memorable day of event proved to be another outstanding success with celebration. to Under enjoying ateamwork memorable day football, andof celebration. to thethe Under 13’s13’s enjoying a memorable day of football,170 teamwork and celebration. around young fromWorld the Under through Inspired by the players 2026 FIFA Cup,8’sthis year’s football, teamwork celebration. football, teamwork andand celebration. to the Under 13’s enjoying a memorable day of players event embraced a FIFA World CupCup, theme with Inspired by the 2026 World this year’s event World Cup, this year’s event Inspired by the 2026 FIFA Inspired by the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this year’s eventevent football, teamwork and celebration. Inspired the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this year’s divided into three host nation groups – USA, Canada embraced aby World Cup theme with players divided into embraced a World CupCup theme withawith players divided into and Mexico. embraced World Cup theme embraced a World theme players divided into with players divided into three host groups USA, Cup, Canada Mexico. Inspired bynation the 2026 FIFA–World thisand year’s event three host nation groups – USA, Canada and Mexico. Teams were then named after countries competing in the tournament, creating an exciting three host nation groups – USA, Canada and Mexico. host groups embraced a World three Cup theme withnation players divided into – USA, Canada and Mexico. Teams were then named after countries competing international atmosphere throughout the day. in Teams were then named after countries competing in in three host nation groups – USA, Canada and Mexico. were of then after countries competing the tournament, creating an exciting international A Teams key feature thenamed tournament was its inclusive format. Players from different Hadleigh thethe tournament, creating an exciting international Teams were then named after teamwork countries into creating an exciting international atmosphere throughout the day. teamstournament, werethen mixed together encouraging new friendships, andacompeting the opportunity Teams were named after countries competing in conditions both teams produced spirited contest with atmosphere throughout the the day. atmosphere throughout day. play alongside teammates they may not usually share the pitch with. the tournament, creating an exciting international tournament, creating an exciting international the blues emerging as convincing 5-1 winners. A key feature of thethe tournament was its inclusive player received a participation medal in recognition of their efforts while runner ups atmosphere throughout the day. was its inclusive AEvery key feature of the tournament format. different Hadleigh teams werefrom A keyPlayers featurefrom ofatmosphere the tournament was its inclusive throughout the theday. football, families a range of and tournament winners were presented with to celebrate theirenjoyed achievements. format. Players from different Hadleigh teamsAway weretrophies mixed together newwas friendships, format. Players different Hadleigh teams were A key feature of encouraging thefrom tournament its inclusive attractions alongside food stalls and local Following the youth tournament, the attention turned to the ever-popular annualvendors, coaches mixed together encouraging new friendships, teamwork and the opportunity to new play friendships, alongside format. Players from different Hadleigh teams were mixed together encouraging A key feature of tournament was inclusive match. Managers from the under 8’sthe tocreating under agecommunity groupsits(Blues) took on their a11’s vibrant atmosphere teamwork and the opportunity to play alongside teammates they may not usually share the pitch mixed together encouraging friendships, teamwork and the 12’s opportunity to16’s play alongside counterparts under tonew under plus thewith. Girls section coaches (Reds) in an entertaining teammates they may not usually share the pitch with. throughout the day. format. Players from different Hadleigh teams were teamwork and the opportunity to play alongside teammates they may not usually share the pitch with. 90-minute fixture. Despite the hot summer conditions both teams produced a spirited Every player received a participation medal in teammates they may not usually share the pitch Every player received a participation inThewith. contest with the blues emerging asmedal convincing 5-1 winners. mixed together encouraging newa fitting friendships, event provided celebration of another recognition of their efforts a while runner ups and Every player received participation medal in recognition of their efforts while runner ups and Away fromwinners the football, families enjoyed a range of attractions alongside food stalls and successful season for Hadleigh United FC’s Youth tournament were presented with trophies to teamwork and thein opportunity to play alongside Every player received aefforts participation medal recognition ofcreating their while runner ups and tournament winners were with trophies to local vendors, apresented vibrant community atmosphere throughout the day. and families Section and offered players, coaches celebrate their achievements. recognition of their effortswere whilepresented runner ups andtrophies to tournament winners teammates theywith may not usually pitch with. celebrate achievements. The eventtheir provided a fitting celebration of another successfulshare seasonthe for Hadleigh United tournament winners were presented with trophies to the opportunity to come together, reflect on the year celebrate achievements. Following thetheir youth tournament, theplayers, attentioncoaches turned to and families the opportunity to come FC’s Youth Section and offered celebrate achievements. Following their the youth tournament, the attentionand turned toahead with excitement to the season look together, reflectannual on thecoaches year and look ahead with excitement to themedal season ahead. the ever-popular match. Managers Every player received a participation in the youth the attention turned to theFollowing ever-popular annualtournament, coaches match. Managers ahead. from the under 8’s totournament, under 11’s age groups (Blues) Following the youth the attention turned to thethe ever-popular coaches match. 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Saturday 12 September | 9 am – 5 pm Why not spend a day discovering some of Suffolk’s remarkable churches while raising money for a worthwhile cause? The annual Ride & Stride event returns on Saturday 12 September, inviting people of all ages to cycle, walk or even run between churches, chapels and meeting houses across the county. Participants seek sponsorship for the distance they travel, with funds helping to preserve Suffolk’s wonderful church buildings for future generations. Whether you choose to visit just a few local churches or plan a longer route, every mile makes a difference. Suffolk is home to more than 500 churches, chapels and meeting houses representing a wide range of Christian denominations. Each building has its own fascinating story, from medieval architecture and beautiful stained glass to local history and treasured community memories. Ride & Stride offers a unique opportunity to explore places that you may never have visited before. In Hadleigh, you can visit: • St Mary’s Church • St Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Angel Street • The Salvation Army, Duke Street • George Street Baptist Church • Hadleigh Row Chapel • United Reformed Church, Market Place Whether you’re taking part with family, friends, a local group or on your own, Ride & Stride is a wonderful way to enjoy the Suffolk countryside, discover hidden heritage and support the ongoing care of these much-loved buildings. So dust off your bicycle or lace up your walking shoes and join in on Saturday 12 September, from 9 am to 5 pm. Every step and every pedal stroke helps to keep Suffolk’s historic places of worship alive for generations to come.

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Our June meeting began with the very pleasant task of presenting St Elizabeth Hospice with a cheque for £1,000. This money was raised from our Annual lunch and we thank all that supported us in raising this money for such a worthwhile cause. This was followed by the very sad news that we had lost Lorna Hill, a member of our committee who sadly passed away a few weeks ago at the hospice. She was a very valued member of the club and will be sadly missed. Our meeting then continued with our usual format, a demonstration from Elaine Boobier from Maldon who gave us some lovely arrangements depicting a Night at the Musicals. We now have a break in August but will be back in September when our demonstrator will be Doreen Robinson with her title of Times Past. The meeting will be on September 8 at 7.30pm as usual at the URC. Hope you all enjoy the summer break and look forward to seeing you back in September.

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No 72 - Tuesday 9 July 2026 CHAIR: Very Rev’d Jo Delfgou Notes: Jess Janas 1 WELCOME: The Chair welcomed everyone. 2 REPORT OF THE LAST MEETING: The Notes were accepted. 3 STANDARD UPDATES 3.1 POLICE STATEMENT PC Johnson sent in a report for the meeting and all information will be in his regular column in the Hadleigh Community News. Due to work schedules, he is unlikely to be able to attend Forums but will be available at St Mary’s Café Church (9.30am – noon) on the following Fridays: 21 August, 11 September, 2 October, 13 November, 4 December. Please note, these are subject to shortnotice cancellations. 3.2 TOGETHER TUESDAY • TT continues to offer a mixture of talks, physical activities, meals, games. Plans are underway for a ten-year celebration in October. • Anyone with a little time to spare who would like to consider volunteering their help, or if there is an activity or talk you could share with the group, contact jill.mason@acleisure.com 3.3 HADLEIGH TOWN COUNCIL (HTC): Grants Budget 25/26 c.£15k is now available. Details and criteria can be found on HTC’s website: https://hadleightowncouncil.gov.uk/ grants-donations or speak with Jackie in the office. • Councillors: There are five councillor vacancies, to be filled by election. See HTC’s website and/or BDC’s website. • Ignite Festival, run by the Youth Council was well attended and showcased a number of very talented youngsters.. • Community Gardeners: more volunteers needed. Contact Jackie Tel: 01473 823 884 or email assistant@hadleightowncouncil.gov.uk 3.4 HEAT (Hadleigh Environmental Action Team). • The River Brett Festival planning group is going well and detailed planning is beginning. More than 40 community groups are now involved. Email info@brettfest.org.uk to get involved. If you are able, please go to the fundraising page at https://www.crowdfunder. co.uk/p/river-brett-festival-2027. The first newsletter has gone out and was highly commended as being of exceptional quality. Anyone wanting to receive these should email the group to register. • An application has been made to the National Grid’s Community Fund to extend the Home Energy project for a further six months to help reduce fuel bills. • Bat walks and volunteering continue throughout the summer – email for more information, to hadleigh.heat@hotmail.com 3.5 St MARYS CHURCH Rev’d Dr Glenda Hall was ordained Priest at a service at Bury St Edmunds Cathedral on Saturday 27 June followed by presiding at her first Eucharist at St Andrew’s Layham on Sunday 28 June. • St Mary’s, HEAT, Churches Together and the URC are joining forces to promote the National Emergency Briefing Film on climate change. There will be a private showing in July of this very hard-hitting film, followed by it being advertised and shown to the public in September. • Upon receipt of a generous bequest, St Mary’s is looking to purchase 100 new “Theo” chairs, which are more comfortable and considerably lighter, for the Nave – the same as those housed in the aisles of the Cathedral. A similar number of the current chairs will be sold. • The aisle heaters have proved to be in the wrong place to be effective so this will be rectified as soon as possible. • Deanery Fete – Sat 29 August, 12 noon – 4pm. • Last Night of the Proms: Saturday 24 October. Tickets at Café Church each Friday. • Regular Dates for the Diary: (for further info, contact Emma at: office@stmaryshadleigh.co.uk ) • Café Church: Every Friday 9.30 – 12 noon with optional Eucharist at 10am. • St Mary’s Craft Market: Every First Friday of the month (except January, Good Friday & June). To book a table, email jessicanevard@ btinternet.com. • FroGs & Y7Up?: Every Friday (term time) 3.45–5.15pm for all primary-school age & Y7Up? For years 7+ • Pop Ups: In term time every second Wednesday 2.30-5pm. In 30

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school hols every Weds 12noon – 2pm 3.6 PPG - (Hadleigh & Boxford Patient Participation Group) A report was given to the meeting, the full version of which can be found in the PPG’s monthly column in the Hadleigh Community News. 3.7 VISIT HADLEIGH • Visit Hadleigh website: www.visithadleighsuffolk.co.uk Promotion of town events is free of charge. Advance listings can be made on receipt of text details PLUS a poster or picture (which must be submitted) as these greatly enhance listings. Contact snowdonjane@hotmail.co.uk This is a good place to check for, and avoid, event dates clashing. • Town Guides: For enquiries and bookings for events and walks, email townguides@visithadleigh.co.uk. The theme for 2026 is Working Lives and there is a presentation on 13 September at St Mary’s, in the afternoon, re-creating people from the past and their working lives in service. Two more readers are needed - presentations will be read from a script so no remembering lines. A man is needed to play John Hoare, steward to Rector Dr Tanner 1748 and a woman to play Alice Fairhead, parlour maid at Holbecks House in the 1920’s. For more info email Jane Snowdon. • Jane was thanked by the Forum for her commitment and dedication to keeping Hadleigh alive in the minds of Babergh Visitor Services and many other bodies concerned with promoting our town. However, at the Babergh Visitor Economy July meeting, the only mention of Hadleigh was by the Suffolk Museums Association to note that we are the only Wool Town that has no museum / Heritage provision! 3.8 BABERGH & MID SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCIL (BMSDC) • LGR (Local Government Reorganisation): SCC’s new Reform administration has now formally agreed to legally challenge this process. It seeks to end LGR in Suffolk. Current administrative boundaries are being used at this stage and cross-boundary working in Suffolk has been adopted ahead of the any reorganisation, consistent with Government expectations. All work underway will continue until there is a court decision. • The Banking Hub is due to be installed in Morrisons’ car park in October. • Planning permission has now been granted for the High School’s new building(s) • Locality awards of £2k for each BDC councillor are now open for applications. 3.9 SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL (SCC) The July report from our County Councillor, Simon Dowling, has been circulated to all Forum members. Anyone else wishing to see a copy, email jessicanevard@btinternet.com 4 AOB 4.1 The Old School is hosting an exciting evening of open-air theatre. 6.30 for 7.30pm on Sat 29 August. “The Hay Wain” showcases the lives of the people at the back of the painting rather than John Constable’s life which is celebrating its 250-year anniversary. Tickets available from The Old School £20 and £18 for concessions - with no booking fee ! A bar licence is being applied for. Seating will be provided. Should it rain, it will move into the Hall. 4.2 Beatrice informed the meeting that Benton End can only open for 28 days per year and they expect to have welcomed over 3k people by the end of the run. Parking is a major problem with nothing on site and nowhere near to park. This is a major issue but conversations to address this are underway. It was suggested they approach the Marquis for a hook-up with their courtesy buses and the hospitality they can offer. Walking to Benton End from either direction is fraught with danger on such a fast road and should not be encouraged 4.3 Jane Snowdon reminded the Forum that the RNLI is raising funds by asking people to collect 5p pieces in miniature jam jars, which if requested, they will provide. Everyone is encouraged to join in this initiative. Filled jars can be given to Jane Snowdon. 4.4 Mike Fosdike raised the problem of the buses from Sudbury to Ipswich. This is not a direct run - passengers have to change at Hadleigh. There are two companies running this service and each does not always wait for the other, so trains and appointments etc are being missed, which is causing concern. There was no council member present to take this up so it will be raised again at next month’s meeting NEXT MEETING: Tuesday 11 August 2026 @ 4:15pm. Hadleigh Pool & Leisure, Social Room. ALL WELCOME. Chair: Paul Hodgkin

Hadleigh Heritage Festival 12 - 13 September

The theme for 2026 is ‘Working Lives’ and as part of celebrating the town’ s history there will be presentations on the 13th September. These will re-create people from the past and their working lives in service, reading from a text as the person. We are still looking for two more presenters to be: John Hoare servant to Rector Doctor Tanner 1748 Alice Fairhead Parlour maid at Holbecks House in the 1920s If you think you might fit the role and want to find out more please contact Jane Snowdon 07748710598 snowdonjane@hotmail.co.uk

Churches Together in Hadleigh Praying for Hadleigh

We are are committed to praying for every street in Hadleigh over the course of each year. During August we will be praying for the following streets:Week Commencing - 2 August: Frog Hall Lane, Pond Hall Road, Hook Lane. Week Commencing 9 August: Gallows Hill, Bridge Street, Corks Lane. Week Commencing – 16 August: George Street, Stonehouse Road. Week Commencing – 23 August: Canterbury Gardens, Drapers Close, Fullers Close, Tenter Close. Week Commencing - 30 August:- Sails Way. Latham Road, Windmill Field, Lancroft Place, Netham Road. If you know people who live in these streets, we would be very pleased if you also, would pray for them. If you live on one of the streets being covered during a particular week and would welcome prayer, please get in touch. Hadleigh Baptist Church pastorchristodd@hadleighbaptist.org.uk Hadleigh URC Barbara Robinson 828352 barobi1506@gmail.com St Joseph’s RC Church Anna McCrae 823041 annamccrae@btinternet.com St Mary’s CoE Jessica Janas 822671 jessicanevard@btinternet.com Salvation Army Church. David Allen raallen@talktalk.net

Celebrating HADLEIGH Heritage Weekend

Saturday 12th September Free Guided Walk of Historic Centre at 10.30am 90 minutes Free Tours through the Deanery Tower 12.30pm and 2pm Guildhall Exhibition 10.30am - 4pm Sunday 13th September St Mary’s Church Free - Working Lives in the past Costumed Presentation 1pm and 2pm Free Tours through the Deanery Tower 2pm and 3pm Walk & all Tours Advance Tickets only from townguides@visithadleigh.co.uk

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Summer has well and truly arrived, and there has never been a better time to make the most of everything Hadleigh library has to offer. Whether you’re searching for your next great read, looking for activities to keep children entertained during the school holidays, or need library services delivered to your doorstep, the library remains at the heart of our community. The Summer Reading Quest is now well underway, but there is still plenty of time to get involved in this exciting adventure that encourages children to keep reading throughout the summer break. Families are invited to visit the library, meet the Curious Creatures, collect a casebook and begin their reading journey. Children of all ages and reading abilities are welcome, and with so many books to choose from, there is something to spark every imagination. We are always delighted when new books arrive, and this summer is no exception. Our shelves are home to some exciting new titles and fresh collections for readers of all ages. Whether you enjoy gripping thrillers, heartwarming family sagas, epic fantasy adventures or thought-provoking non-fiction, there is something new waiting to be discovered. Library members can also enjoy access to an extensive collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital magazines, making it easy to read, listen and learn wherever your summer adventures take you. For those who are unable to visit a library due to age, illness or mobility issues, the Home Library Service continues to provide a vital link to reading and community connection. The service delivers library materials directly to customers’ homes, ensuring that everyone can continue to enjoy the benefits of library membership. Whether you’re taking part in the Summer Reading Quest, exploring our newest book collections, accessing digital resources or learning more about the Home Library Service, we look forward to welcoming you. Visit your local library, browse our collections, speak to our friendly staff and discover everything your library can offer this summer.

Glimpses

I was born on 28.04.1948 at 151 George Street, Hadleigh, and in October of that year we moved to a brand new council house at 28 Bradfield Avenue, Hadleigh. No central heating in those days. We had a living room and front room, both with open fireplaces, a large and a medium bedroom, both with open fireplaces, plus a small bedroom with no fireplace – my room – just my Dad’s Army greatcoat as an extra blanket. In the winter you could draw patterns on the frost-covered window panes, on the inside! Just inside the back door on the left was the “collus” (coalhouse), with a German helmet my Dad brought back as a coal scuttle. The front room fire was only lit on Christmas Eve and kept in until New Year’s Day, and that was it for the front room. The front room curtains were always drawn closed for a whole day if there had been a death in the Avenue, out of respect, and because we all knew each other. Doors were never locked. Neither happens now. My Dad was born at 23 Benton Street in 1913, opposite Tinkers (the house is no longer there). He played football for Hadleigh Utd in 1933 (I have the team photo). They played on Dennison’s Dairy “Midder” (meadow), now Canterbury Gardens, and had to get the cows off the pitch first so they could put the goals up to play. After the war ended, Hadleigh had two street parties to celebrate, one for the town and one for Benton Street (it was always accepted locally as a separate hamlet), who had their own. My Dad, now living in Lady Lane, was the only one who went to both. We didn’t have TV until October 1959, so during the winter evenings the dining table (all meals were eaten at the table in those days) was moved, the settee drawn round in front of the fire, where we toasted crumpets on toasting forks for tea, topped with Co-op Silver Seal margarine, then put chestnuts (locally sourced) on top of the fire grate as we listened to the radiogram. I sometimes sit on the bench in front of the War Memorial (my cousin John is on there – he was 21) and look to the right down Benton Street and remember Waterses shop, the Falcon and the Monkey pubs. Sometimes we would venture further to the “Noodle” pub, the name the locals gave the Marquis in Upper Layham. Looking to the left, remembering further back, Prykes the stonemason (what did happen to all those stone faces of world leaders of the time displayed in his window?), Frances, Oliver, Sparks, Bloomfields, Sissons, Eastoes, Beers, Looses, Days, Pierpoints, Percy’s and Budds (Bakers), Everetts, Kerseys, International, Osborns, Saadys, Botwrights, Albion House, Cousins, Lamberts, Mitsons, Forresters, the BJ, Enemy’s Fishing Tackle, and saving up for a year to take someone special to Tavitons Restaurant. Then there was Mick Barker and Everetts in Angel Street, who had a box with everything in it costing a penny (1d), Wrights at the top of the Bessels, where you could buy loose vinegar from a barrel, Pages in George Street with penny (1d) bags of crisps he had made himself, Betts Rock Factory, Nelly Salters, Don Channels, also in George Street, and many, many more. Who could forget those summer Sunday afternoons spent down Wallers? Hadleigh now? I don’t particularly like it as it is now, and it badly needs a complex of small council bungalows built exclusively for the elderly. The old Brett Works site was ideal, quiet and close to the town, but it went to private developers. Oh well! Hadleigh was a great place to grow up and live in during the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s, and then it started to slide. Rose-tinted glasses? Not a bit of it. It really was that good... once. A J Whiting

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night before. 153 tonnes of food waste have been collected per week on average across Babergh and Mid Suffolk districts since the changes came in. While this is an awful lot of food at least it is now being put to good use instead of being incinerated. The food waste is taken to two Anaerobic Digestion (AD) facilities, Biogen in Halstead, Essex and BioteCH4 in March, Cambridgeshire. Here it is turned into Biogas and Biofertiliser. Biogas is used to generate heat, electricity, and fuel by capturing and burning methane produced from the waste, while Biofertiliser is a nutrient rich fertiliser which will be spread on farmers’ fields across East Anglia. If your food waste caddy hasn’t been emptied, please report this by emailing recycling@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk making sure the address is included – or by calling 0300 1234 000 (option 4) – still likely to be a long queue. The waste team will aim to return and empty the food waste bin as soon as possible, but where this is not possible, the crew will be made aware, so they should then not miss the food waste bin again the following week. We hope that everybody now has their full complement of bins and are getting used to the new system. Any missed bins should be reported at end of day as usual; collection is still likely to be within our five days policy. If you are having problems with collections, or using the new system please get in touch with us. Heating Oil Help for Residents As we mentioned in our July column, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils (BMSDC) are working with local Citizens Advice services to reach residents who may be missing out on financial help with heating oil. The councils have written to residents who heat their homes with oil and may be eligible for help but have not yet accessed it, following confirmation from the Government in March of more than £50 million in funding for low‑income households. Heating oil support can be accessed locally through Suffolk County Council’s Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF), which replaced the Local Welfare Assistance Scheme on 1st April 2026. Residents struggling with essential costs or heating oil may be eligible for a crisis payment or a specific heating oil payment. People can check to see if they are eligible and apply for support via Crisis and Resilience Fund - Suffolk County Council or by contacting Citizens Advice. The nearest branch is in Sudbury sudburycab. org.uk but they also provide a service at the Ansell Centre on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 9.30am – 12.30pm. They can help with applications, whether the resident has been contacted by the council or not. Information on community oil‑buying schemes, interest‑free loans and energy advice is also available on the council’s website: Energy, fuel and utilities - Babergh District Council - babergh.gov.uk/ midsuffolk.gov.uk   Babergh in Hadleigh Library A member of Babergh’s Customer Service Team is available every Wednesday afternoon from 13.30 -16.30 pm in Hadleigh Library.

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If anyone were ill or hurt – well - they’re not working A small group of 19th century ‘Navvies’ posing outside some sort of shack”. today so there would be no pay. In my own experience this r (A sheet of canvas over the top would make it wind and waterproof but it’s th to believe that it was their home) difficult A small group of 19 century ‘Navvies’ posing outside some sort of payment system persisted until the late 1960’s when I worked with The answer is simple – Navigators (generally known as ‘Navvies’). Irish Labourers. Toward the end of each working day the ‘Ganger’ shack”. These were the men who dug the Inland Navigation routes – (the walked along the trench with a roll of envelopes and paid each (A sheet of canvas over the top would make it wind and waterproof Canals) and generally comprised large gangs (sometimes 100’s) man a cash sum for that day’s work. Anyone not working that day y but it’s difficult believe it was(aqueducts their home)and the didn’t get paid! of itinerant Labourers. Ontothe largethat projects trunk routes) they were frequently of Irish descent; farmers driven Simple, but now against the law! out of Ireland by Land Clearance and hunger and here in England I think it unlikely that today’s Unemployment Office could find you hich they moved to keep up with the worksite. There was many volunteers prepared to dig a trench 3 metres wide and 2 just for the work. er than a holetheir in the ground and certainly nowelfare medical Because employers didn’t care about their they help. often metres deep the 20 or so miles from Lavenham to Mistley by hand, however much you paid them. But, 200 years ago, that was the sort lived in very insanitary disease prone, temporary camps which he water for cooking etc. would all be over an open fire they moved to keep up with the worksite. There was no running of effort that would have created this canal. , andwater of course we can only speculate onground what and theircertainly Even when you think it is finished there still must be a resident or sanitation other than a hole in the no medical help. On these smaller projects heating the water for gang clearing out the debris any floodwater may leave behind, re. In some cases, their whole family lived with them under cooking etc. would all be over an open fire with little other access digging and clearing any area that silts up, repairing and cutting hough today’s expectations, to sub-standard hot water, and ofby course we can only speculateliving on what their the banks to stop bushes etc. growing, and repairing the towpath. sleeping facilities might have been. In some cases, their whole Their only way of getting to the work site would be by either rowing thosefamily timeslived were often very poor so they might not have with them under these less-than-ideal situations. a boat along the canal or living at the worksite. Although sub-standard by today’s expectations, living conditions I don’t doubt that the Engineers and Designers involved in all this for the lower classes in those times were often very poor so they were quite well paid, but working life at the ‘construction-end’ of nd locally baked rough bread, supplemented with whatever might not have seen it as a hardship the Canal building industry was very different. wn cooking ability. occupational hazard Food was mainlyFighting cheese was and an locally baked rough bread, At the end of this period of Canal-Mania came the age of the supplemented could buyunknown locally, and their own Railway-Mania, and these gangs turned their effort to building the breaks of Cholerawith andwhatever Typhusthey were not cooking ability. 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Hadleigh Society: A new talk and a NEW VENUE !

Tales of witches have long held a fascination for many people and, in his talk “Witches in and around Suffolk”, Pip Wright will present many anecdotes. In one, a Philippa Munnings of Hartest was tried for witchcraft in 1694 at Bury St Edmunds, following a row with her landlord. She had predicted “Thy nose shall lie upward in the graveyard before Sunday next”. Unfortunately, this proved to be true and the locals accused her of causing his death by her witchcraft! Pip, a retired teacher from Stowmarket, and author of a number of books, draws most of his tales from Suffolk, including the trial of 117 presumed witches presented to court by Matthew Hopkins, self-appointed Witchfinder General, in 1645. This talk will also mark an important change in the venue used by the Society. This, and future meetings of the Hadleigh Society will now be held at the United Reformed Church, a short hop across the Market Place from the Guildhall, which has been used for many years. The change of venue is due to the increasing popularity of the Society’s meetings and the restricted capacity of the Guildroom. The URC can accommodate over one hundred people in comfortable seating and offers many facilities. We look forward to seeing you there! 8pm Wednesday 19 August United Reformed Church, Market Place. Visitors £3, Members free.

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The winter months bring unpredictable weather which makes caring for our ponies challenging. It also means we can’t always use them for our Riding for the Disabled (RDA) sessions. Rarely are sessions cancelled – because I’m here to be used. I’m Ebony, the mechanical horse, situated in a warm room out of the weather. The physical therapy I give is as good as being on one of my real-life friends, and I can provide a variety of paces – walk, trot and canter. But RDA is much more than exercising the body. Our attitude is to get our accountancy with awith personal touchto the clientsProfessional to access and enjoy ridingservices and engaging the horses maximum of their ability. The photo shows Lesley, who uses me to help her recover from a dreadful fall off her own horse. Across the UK over 25,000 people of all ages and abilities ride or carriage drive with one of the 500 RDA groups. And did you know, there are similar groups right across world? At every group, our coaches are trained and qualified to deliver the best possible experience, based on our clients’ needs, ambition or therapeutic goals. Our clients include children and adults with physical and learning disabilities and autism. The difference that riding and being with the horses makes is amazing and often lifechanging. To discuss your accountancy and taxation requirements As well as our amazing riders, coaches and stable manager, the Shelley please feel free to contact us – our initial meetings are free! Centre is blessed with many dedicated and hard-working volunteers. They help with the RDA sessions; look after and exercise the ponies during the holidays andOffice weekends; undertake general admin and maintenance tasks Hadleigh around the yard and raise keep the Centre going. If you’d like to join T:funds 01473to657000 9 Byford Court this fantastic and friendlyE:team, why not give the Centre a call and come up info@suffolk.tax Crockatt Road and meet us and see how you can help. And of course, you can always help Hadleigh, Ipswich W: www.suffolk.tax by supporting our fund raising activities or giving us a donation. Please see With offices in Hadleigh, Ipswich & Felixstowe Suffolk IP7 6RD our website for details. Website: www.shelleyrda.com Telephone: 01473 824172

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The main matters discussed during the meeting of 24 June 2026 If you have just moved to the village and would like to know more, were: please visit the Parish Council website at www.layham.org Public Forum A member of the public had been experiencing ongoing problems due to her neighbour leaving his bins out and blocking view when trying to pull onto avia busy road; If you her are not registered to receive local out information our main Layham Community e-Mail system, please on to ourdating websitefrom and read about she distributed pictures and a log timeline November the benefits. We know had from refused several years of experience it 2025. The neighbour to move the bins;how Cllrvaluable Ward said is for you to to be informed about whatbehaviour is happening locally. this appeared bekept a case of anti-social and he would look into it and liaise with Highways re the safety issue. Parish DistrictCouncil Council Cllr Ward was now deputy leader of Babergh DC Below are the main matters discussed at the Parishand Council meeting of 10 and retained the portfolio for finance, assets investment. SCC January 2024 and other Reform-led councils were launching a legal challenge •to District Council the process leading to the government’s choice of which LGR In response to a comment In thatresponse pylons should located under sea, the Cllr decision to implement. to be a question, JWthesaid Ward said National Grid was looking at pylons on a project-by-project basis cost would be met from SCC’s reserves and was likely to cost a rather than taking an holistic approach; it should be possible to have a minimum of £100,000. coordinated grid, but speed and cost were their main concerns. It was the County Council Withnot regard to the Highways update in themake report, Secretary of State, local planning authorities, that would the Cllrdecisions; Curran local saidMPs co-ordination of best, road but closures etcmuch remained a were doing their not making headway. Cllr WardCllr confirmed financial aid SCC for flood affected properties following problem. Keeblethat had emailed about this and would chase the recent storms was still available. The consultation on Part Two of the a response. Local Plan – the ‘call for sites’ - had started and would continue for four Annual audit The intention to certify LPC as exempt from external weeks. With regard to Babergh’s proposal to introduce car parking charges, audit for 2025-26 had thelikely March had Cabinet had agreed to been discussagreed tariffs; itatwas that meeting; the charge this would be been confirmed the of year end accounts £1 for three hoursfollowing in Hadleigh. Cllrcompletion Ward said it was vital that Babergh was which neither grossCllr income or expenditure had exceeded ableshowed to balance its budget. Laing said the survey commissioned by £25,000. and Accounting Statements BaberghThe and Governance Mid Suffolk hadStatement made various proposals; however, Cllr Ward forsaid 2025-26 were approved unanimously. there was currently no funding to implement them. He confirmed that residents’ permits were alreadywould available Sudbury and Hadleigh. Casual Vacancy The vacancy beinadvertised via the website, •noticeboards County Council and community email, with a closing date for With regard to funding to the arts and museums being cut, Cllr Hall said the applications of 31 August. announcement had been made now as the council was required to give 12 Defibrillators Cllr Cranfield check the defibrillators months’ notice. The cuts werevolunteered necessary toto allow adult social care to be in Upper each month until a new appointed, funded,Layham which was compulsory. Cabinet had councillor approved anwas extra £10 million unless a parishioner waslocal available tovillages help. and areas across Suffolk. to repair and resurface roads in The fundingIfwould nearly double Suffolk Highways’ millionplot annual Allotments it was decided to erect fencing£11 round 6, road Cllr maintenance budget, but would be targeted at smaller residential streets. Dunn advised that thin post and wire fencing would be sufficient. • Gigaclear He would also obtain quotes for refurbishing the plot. The Clerk The Clerk was in touch with Gigaclear concerning the cabinet in Upper would liaise with the parishioner responsible for causing some of Layham; they had assured her that they ‘always liaise with parish councils theand damage once were–confirmed. residents overthe thevarious location costs of cabinets’ she had pointed out that this Hounds concern expressed byawaiting a parishioner, Clerk had notFollowing been the case in Layham and was a further the response. confirmed the that she hadofficials. also askedThey James Cartlidge MP to intervene. hadShe contacted Hunt had confirmed that the •hounds Finance would be exercised before 7am in future, and would return Following the via purchase of a new dog ie binnot for through the Playing Field, the Clerk to the kennels a different route, the village. said the other bin and the one outside the Village Hall should also be Gigaclear After more than two years, the unused cabinet on the replaced as they were in a poor state; it was agreed that she should order corner of Mill Lane Streetthe hadbudget beenfor removed. 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All three parishes of the Hadleigh Benefice came together to celebrate the ordination of our very own Glenda Hall. A very moving (and rather warm) service was witnessed by many people on Saturday 27 June at St.Edmundsbury Cathedral followed the day after by Glenda presiding over her ch of Laun ok very first Eucharist at St. bo Andrew’s Church Layham. new The church was full to the An aerial photograph of Upper Layham taken in 1988. The view is much the same rafters (over 80 people) – a in 2026 Medieval Layham gives an evocat ive and occasionally poigna wonderful sight for our curate of life in this west Suffolk nt glimpse village several hundred years ago. The earliest snapshot is of the latter half of the 11 centur y; thereafter, the 14 century becomes the to begin her priestly ministry. by main focus of attention. Use of primary source material is dominant. Information in the text derives largely from Margaret’s own transla et tions from Latin of survivi Admittedly it had only been ng manuscripts relatin to the ancient Manor of g Layham. The resultant argar portrayal is of a relativ typical medieval village ely M hosting manorial roles, crafts & trades usual for the period. The prestig s about fourteen hours since ious lords and ladies holding introduced and their Layham Manor are kinship to royalty discuss Wood ed. The narrative depict the sometimes grim realitie s s of Glenda had been ordained by impact of the Black Death. 14 century life, including the devastating The concluding chapte on to the documented r turns the spotlight landscape features existin g in the Layham of 700 ago; this gives reader Bishop Joanne, but this was the first time Glenda hadofyears presided at s an impression of the physical appearance the medieval village. Indeed, several roadways and locations remain recognisable today. An appendix has been added the Eucharist. It was exciting and special and “ours” and “hers” and to illustrate a sample of excitin g medieval finds by Layham metal detect orist Kevin Chisnall. very much God’s. The celebrations continued with a wonderful shared lunch in Glenda and Ed’s beautiful home. Thank you both for letting us all share this historic moment on your journey.

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Talk in Layham Village Hall Monday 14 September 2026 at 11am

We meet from 10am to 12pm at Layham Village Hall on the first and third Mondays of the month. Here is a small charge of £2 for refreshments and hall hire. Everyone is welcome.

Recent Meetings:

July 6: We had a sublime morning with Fiddlers Elbow, Jamie and Mary, who played on the fiddle and Spanish guitar. The duo explained their musical influences and development. We were treated to compositions by both and thoroughly enjoyed their playing. August Meetings: August 3: Richard Negus, ‘Words from the Hedge’ August 17: Marylou and Glenda music and words

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Services for August: Sunday 2

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Sunday 9

9.15am: Sung Eucharist

Sunday 16

9.15am: Morning Worship

Sunday 23

9.15am: Sung Eucharist (Shelley with Layham)

Sunday 30

10.45am: Whole Benefice Eucharist at St Mary’s Hadleigh

DON’T MISS THE FUN! – This year’s Deanery Fete is 12pm-4pm on Saturday 29th August in the beautiful setting of the Deanery Garden in Hadleigh. Please see separate advert for further details. Please do contact our Benefice office for more information office@stmaryshadleigh.co.uk

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PARTICIPATION The column mayGROUP look the (PPG) same but Toppesfield Car Park Changes:- This car p Toppesfield Car Pa Toppesfield Car Park Changes: a pedestrian crossing This car park has been partly resurfaced and pedestrian now includes a pa marked pedestrian crossing in front of thenow Practice front way door. There is one in and o also a marked pedestrian pathway leading up to it. Motorists take is on the far left and note it is now one way in and one way out of this car park not two. Unfortunately some c The entrance is on the far left and the exit is the road in front of Mill Pharmacy. Unfortunately some car drivers are still using Patient Car the Park Patient Car Park No Changes: The spaceN old route. appointment or co Patient Car Park No Changes: The spaces in the patient car park appointment or collecting medicine from t are only for patients with a medical appointment or collecting any other reason. I medicine from the Pharmacy inside the Practice. They should not any other reason. If you park inyour Toppesfie enter car be occupied for any other reason. If you park in Toppesfield and regi have an your appointment inregistration the Health Centre don’t forget to enter enter car number in thea do so could incur your car registration number in the machine in the waiting area to qualify for free parking. to do so fine. could incur a hefty fine. Boxford Communi do so could incurFailure a hefty Boxford Community Car Scheme: This service is available Health Centre appo for patients needing transport toCar hospital or Health Centre Boxford Community Scheme:This s appointments. Contact Jen Eastwood on 01787 211 853 or jen. Travel Vaccination eastwood8@gmail.com Health Centre appointments. Contact Jen Travel Vaccinations: If your holiday the destination requires certain vaccinations Travel Vaccinations:If your holiday destin inf many of these are available at the Practice up to six weeks before you www. thetravel.Practice up to six for hadleighhealth.co.uk/travel-information. if patients are travelling information. in less than 6 Re if patients ar weeks please contact a local travel clinic ab for help. www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/travelfor help. https://www.nhs vaccinations/ a clear understandi If you ReSPECT Forms: If you areReSPECT living with a lifeForms: threatening illness or ar you have strong feelings about you end of lifeifcare, this document you want to rema will give your family and healthcare a clear about youprofessionals end of life care understanding of your wishes regarding your care Practice and treatment the and c become ill. It will indicate you want to remainregard at ashould clearyouunderstanding ofifyour wishes home, be admitted to hospital or receive www.resus.org.uk/ resuscitation. Forms available to all at the Practice and can be completed with help ifare you want to remain at home, be Anima:Ifadmitte you from a healthcare professional. Further information visit www. hav resus.org.uk/respect/respect-patients-and-carers much more than the Practice and can be completed withw Anima: If you have access to Anima have you tried using it yet? It telephone call.it This is more user friendly and you can do so much more than when www.resus.org.uk/respect/respect-patien first came on stream. Check out all the new possibilities and save IT Help: Once a mo making a telephone call. This will then leave the telephone lines Anima:If unable you tohave to Anima have free for patients use thisaccess online service. Library. The next se IT Help: Once a month, Communities Together offer helpful IT much more than when itasfirst came on places arenext limite advice in the upstairs room of the Hadleigh Library. The session will take place on Tuesday 4th August from Patient 10 a.m. to 12 NHS telephone call. This will then leave theSurve tele noon. Booking is essential as places are limited. Call Tracey 01449 707031 or email info@communitiestogether-ea.org Hadleigh. www.gpITNHSHelp: Once a month, Communities Toge Patient Survey: Follow the link to read the latest patient Art Exhibition feedback onThe local next GP Practices including Hadleigh. www.gpLibrary. session will take placeWe on patient.co.uk/patientexperience allowing us to enjo Exhibition:are We have a new artCall display kindly on loan from 70 asArtplaces limited. Tracey 01449 Sally Fox. Our thanks to Shani Burgess for allowing us to enjoy her Out of Hours Docto lively pictures and for Survey:her contributionFollow to the Practice charity with to r NHS Patient the link Website:her sales. Out of Hours Doctor Call 111 or visit www.111.nhs.uk Hadleigh. www.gp-patient.co.uk/patientex Facebook:Website: www.hadleighhealth.co.uk Art Wo Art Exhibition We have a PPG newChair/ art display Facebook: www.facebook.com/Hadleigh-Boxford-Group-Practice PPG Chair/ Art Work: Jan Devey deveys@btinternet.com 01473 Health Centre allowing us798999 to enjoy her lively pictures and 827091 or 07881 Health Centre 01473 822 961 Out of Hours Doctor Call 111 or v

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speakers, organising trips and running groups. It has been something of a blow donors’ ready agreement, the therefore, funds were my latest trip, and thatused Peter,for our treasurer, has transport been unwell. We are managing to keep going tasks and, of specialist supplies costs. I have alsotobeen ableoftothe take a fourth ‘John Grose’ thanks members committee stepping up to take on various we wish Peter a speedy recovery. This is why we shall be asking members to free loaned Luton van load of course, living aids continually donated from ‘Medequip’ in September, the (incredibly good value) membership fee of £16 by BACs if to the Ukrainian warehouse inpay London. possible and by cheque if not.ICash does fortunately make life more difficult. This mission was accompanied by Viktor, a Ukrainian It’s always a busy, busyOur time of yearwas forheld the u3a committee, summer party in the beautiful Guidhall man, as co-driver from the UK to hisand, as the weather was kind we fully engaged in booking were speakers, organising trips and running able to take tea in the garden. Our entertainment was provided by ex Bluebell town of Kyiv. Very grateful forour his by the sheer vivacity groups. It has been something ofhome a blow therefore, Peter, Girl, Jane Hoggar who once again that had her audience entranced experience of negotiating theoccasion snow and andWe glamour of her presentation. On going this she, together with husband Steve, treasurer, has been unwell. are managing to keep thanks ice acovered country roads! then went through history of the musicals, beltingI tasks out hot numbers such as 'Hey Big to members of the committee stepping up the to take on various completed cross country Spender' then switching toremaining the ever memorable 'Edelweiss', amongst many other and, of course, we wish Peter a deliveries, speedy recovery. This is why we the car and supplies, show stoppers. We wereofroyally entertained indeed. There was a collection at the end shall be asking members to payshow inalone, September, the (incredibly rested (Ladies a couple daysAgainst andgood then of the for “Lilac”, in of League Cancer) Jane's particular charity value) membership fee ofand £16weby BACs ifover possible and by cheque if who contributedUnit handed the frontline prepared car raised an amazing £181. Thank you to everyone such 35a, Lady Lane Industrial Estate, not.mechanics Cash does make lifetheir more difficult. delicious food toofensure it was the had worked long hours magic on! a very enjoyable occasion. Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6BQ It is always a longparty slow journey homein via various means, but satisfying to Our summer was held know deliveriesGuidhall achieved and all possible done. the the beautiful and, as There are always so many people the weather was kind we were contributing to enable these trips and able to take tea in the garden. support to be provided – and www.invictagarage.com Our entertainment was provided regrettably not the space to publicly Find us on Facebook enquiries@invictagarage.com by ex Bluebell appreciate every Girl, large Jane and Hoggar small who once again had her valued individual offering! At theaudience end of entranced by athe vivacity each trip I create videosheer of thanks and and glamour herI have presentation. send personally of to all contact details for. Pete Elliston (Essex) On this occasion she, bought, together undertook extensive and with husband Steve, repairs went through donated the of vehicle this trip. Rick, a soldier in Wales, donated some military a history theformusicals, belting protective clothing and other out hot numbers such as survival ‘Hey Bigkit. Churches active in prayer and donations include; St Mary’s Hadleigh, Ipswich international Church, All Saints Spender’ then switching to the ever Kesgrave and Bealings, St Mary’s Burstall, Felixstowe URC and a church in I’m a member of the Fine Art Trade Guild, who themselves memorable ‘Edelweiss’, amongst many other show stoppers. We Sussex. Other groups supporting include; Kesgrave Ukraine Hub (Natalie), created the standards and guidelines for art framing together were royally entertained indeed. There was a collection at the end Ipswich Polish Community (Magda), Morrisons Hadleigh (Lisa), the Ansell of the (donated show for (Ladies in League Against Cancer) Jane’s with picture printing. I continually work to Centre for “Lilac”, medical supplies), Mission Ukraine. As well as the faithful particular charity and we raised an amazing £181. Thank resident you to British locals helping these endeavours, there are numerous these requirements. everyone who such delicious food it Olena, was a Ukrainians beingcontributed active in many ways, for which I amtosoensure grateful. Home or office visits are available. Natalie and Sasha being such key local partners, but of course many in very enjoyable occasion. Following discussions about your requirements, Ukraine There istoo! no meeting in August so we look forward to our September I am encouraged that there remains in situ you’ll see the various framing options. presentation by Saffron Summerfield on Bird Song Music and, such a high level of local compassion looking furhter ahead, Amanda Sutherland will take us on her Please contact me: 07769 858076 and wise concern for the sufferings of Creative Journey. Our NovemberUkraine. speaker isJames focusedCartlidge on a subject MP www.alb-framing.co.uk info@alb-framing.co.uk which should be dear to all our hearts, Estate welcomed mePlanning, back with Wills, a localPower coffee of Attorney. This could be very interesting as welcome a new and encouragement for prime the minister and his new policies. continuation of this work. I am touched by the example of the “Mens Room” barbers who donated my haircut fee, on a hasty visit this week! The Ukrainian recipients of your care tell me it is “priceless”! I have already received some support towards the next trip, but much is needed still in addition to the funds required for delivery (fuel, ferry, return The Royal British Legion is a family friendly club oﬀering: travel costs etc – I pay for food etc and any cheap hotel needed ); a 4x4 vehicle • Snooker /Pool • Darts • Bingo • Sky Sports for the usual conversion to front line recovery • Discos • Karoke • Live Music • Raﬄe transport, the priority material items (eg; medical etc and hygiene, vehicle maintenance tools, generators, Hall Hire upon request (free for members, £70 for nonmembers) high quality thermal clothing only – nothing less can Please keep a look out on our Facebook page and notice board be afforded the very limited space, blankets etc). If for information on upcoming entertainment. you wish to assist please contact me on the number All are welcome to use and join the club. We support the Local Branch and Poppy Appeal. below, use https://gofund.me/cb2f46a8 or access the QR code to donate via my “GoFundMe” For more details you can nd us on Facebook Email: rblchadleigh@gmail.com or call 01473 824874 (administered by registered charity BUA), or liaise with a relevant community group. My sincere thanks, and on behalf of Ukrainian recipients, to all who Thursday 19:00– 23:00 Saturday 12:00 – 23:30 Club Opening Monday 18:30 – 23:00 help in any way. Friday 19:00 – 23:30 Sunday 11:30 – 20:00 Hours: Tuesday 19:00 – 23:00 David Jacobs - Tel: 07500 531901

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In mid June, we visited Bressingham Gardens and Steam Museum. The weather was good, the gardens were beautiful and for some, the biggest draw was probably the steam train rides. However, the biggest attraction for many was the wonderful carousel where our entry fee entitled us to as many rides as we wanted. A few took full advantage, enjoying the trip back in time as they waltzed around, and then around and then around again. It was super stuff. If you would like to know more about Hadleigh u3a, please feel free to look at our website where you can contact Louise, our membership secretary, (hadleigh-suffolku3asite.uk). We meet nearly every second Monday in the United Reformed Church at 2.30pm. New members are very welcome

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From Hadleigh to Times Square: Local author’s inspiring children’s book journey Born and bred in Hadleigh, I never imagined that the little stories I wrote for my granddaughter would one day be sold around the world or even be promoted in New York’s famous Times Square. As the daughter of local musician John Pipe, who played with The Blazes and the Irish band Shebeen, music was a big part of my life growing up. I was also a member of Shebeen before moving to the United States ten years ago after getting married. Writing wasn’t part of my original plan. It all began as a labour of love. I started creating fun, colourful stories to send to my granddaughter, Savannah, back home in the UK. They were simply a way of staying close to her and sharing adventures through books. Then life changed dramatically. Last August, my husband, Tom, became seriously ill. He was admitted to hospital and has never returned home. He is now receiving hospice care and has been told he has only a few months to live. Faced with such heartbreaking circumstances, I found comfort and purpose in writing again. I decided to rewrite my stories and submit them for publication. I know Tom would want me to keep going, and every book I complete is dedicated to that promise. What started as a family project has grown into something I could never have imagined. My books are now available through Amazon in several countries. One of the proudest moments of my journey was seeing my promotional video displayed on the giant screens in Times Square,

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New York City. It is also due to be featured at a major book fair in Beijing, China. An incredible milestone for someone whose writing began with bedtime stories for a much-loved granddaughter. The stories centre on Savannah and my sister’s dog, Jude, a lovable female companion who joins her on every adventure. Together they discover the world around them through friendship, kindness, imagination and learning. My first book, Savannah and Jude Play Pretend, has already been published and introduces readers to the pair as they make new animal friends while discovering that imagination has no limits. The second book, Savannah and Jude Visit the Farm, will be released next week. It introduces young readers to farm animals, their babies and the important role they play in our everyday lives, helping children understand where foods such as milk and eggs come from. The third title, Savannah, Jude and Tommy’s Rainbow Cupcake Day, celebrates friendship and inclusion. In the story, Savannah and Jude meet Tommy, a young boy with Down syndrome. Sign language is woven naturally into the story, showing children that friendships can flourish regardless of differences. A fourth adventure, Savannah and Jude’s Rainy Garden Day, is already underway. Alongside writing, I also run Bags of Courage, a group that supports terminally ill and disabled children in both the UK and the USA by sending care packages and encouragement to families facing difficult times. Although I now live in America, Hadleigh will always be home, and I am looking forward to returning later this year. If there is one message I hope readers take from my journey, it is that even in life’s darkest moments, something positive can grow. What began as stories for one little girl has become an adventure I never expected and one that is only just beginning.

community. Over theto year, monies collectedspinning on the community plant,day produce, and is delighted be the hosting another and dyeing

Efco 36cc 14” Chainsaw Demonstrations was £295 now only £235 Demonstrations Of dyeing and Demonstrations Of dyeing and spinning spinning

recycle craft stalls totalled £314.58 and this money went directly to the hospice head office via the lovely ladies on the St Elizabeth Hospice stall. The 23rd August from 11.00a.m.- 4.00p.m. difference between the income from stall holders and the costs of the hall and advertising totalled £700 and this was donated online to the hospice before hall house on Lavenham’s Market Place now Christmas (plus gift aid). The week I sent it off there was an offer from local ttle Hall started life as a clothier’s Built in made, so £1,575.00 went to an Ipswich businesses to matchhouse. any donations ntury for a clothier’s family wasto and enlarged amazing cause, very it close my family’s hearts and many others who benefit Little Hall is delighted to be hosting th century. ed in the 15the from hospice’s wonderful care. another spinning and dyeing day I would g this period that Lavenham became hugely richalso like to thank the Wattisham Sunday 23 August from 11am Military to 4pm. Wives Choir who gave up their time oduction of woollen broadcloth dyed with The ancient hall house on Lavenham’s to come s known as Lavenham ‘Blews’. This colour was and sing for us, and get us into the Market Place now known as Little Hall festive spirit. Beautiful singing ladies. om the leaf of woad. In the early days this plant I amBuilt planning for the community Indoor started life as a clothier’s house. wn in England imported from of Markets to continue on the Lavenham Bluesecond returns to Little Hall in the but 14th century forthe a city clothier’s South-West France and Spain. Saturday family it was and enlarged and of each month in some shape or th century or early 16th y the end of the 15in Hall is made delighted to be hosting another spinning and dyeing day any monies will be improved the 15th century.form. This year Little given toThe Cancer Research UK (CRUK) great riches of the medieval age had declined. merchants left and the great– rdrich It was during this period that another Lavenham became hugely fromfrom 11.00a.m.- 4.00p.m. Sunday 23 August much valued and crucial charity 7 Lady Lane Industrial Estate, Hadleigh, Suffolk IP7 6BQ he cloththe merchants fell into production of disrepair. woollen broadcloth dyed with woad. It was needing support. self was rescued in the 1920s and 30s by the Gayer Anderson twin brothers who The ancient hall house on Lavenham’s Market Place now known asback Lavenham ‘Blews’. This2024 colour obtained from the We will be on Saturday 9th March with was a full market, refreshments, and made it into the house we see today. The brothers filled the house with some known as Little Hall started life as a clothier’s house. Built in leaf of woad. In the early days this plant was not grown in England refills and recycling. Mothering Sunday and Easter cards and gifts will be a ections.focus. the 14thApril, century forMay, a clothier’s but imported city Toulouse South-West France and The otherfrom 2024 the dates forof your diary willinbe: 13th 11th 8th family it was and enlarged th June, Spain.13th July, 10th August, 14th September, and improved in the 15 century. Market Place, Lavenham CO10 9QZ It was during this period that Lavenham became hugely rich history12th of making and creating its historyorare continued in Little Hall October, 9th November, 14th December. However, by the end ofthroughout the 15th century early 16th century the broadcloth dyed with from the production of woollen Although of wethe have beautiful crafts made by very e are examples Gayer Andersons’ craft skills in carpentry and woodwork. great riches of the medieval age had declined. The merchants left woad. It was known as Lavenham ‘Blews’. This colour was talented local crafters, it was felt thatand we made shouldby Colonel dresser in the dining room was designed Gayer Anderson and the great houses of the cloth merchants fell into disrepair. scale the crafters markets down to every other obtained from the leaf of woad. In the early days this plant grown England but imported from the city of Little Hall was rescued instill theprovide 1920s was andnot 30s by in the Gayer month. In theitself interim months we will has examples of leather and cloth bound books, the windows the skills of Toulouse South-West France and Spain. community refreshments and a warm meeting Anderson twin brothers who restored it and madeshow itininto the house Nellieplace, Smith (housekeeper during thefocused art hostel years) embroidered However, thethe end oftheir the 15th century or early 16th with just a few more on we see today. Thestalls brothers filled thefood house with by some ofpanel, design and by Stephen Spender, which is now displayed in the dormitory and is a fine century the great riches of the medieval age had declined. The merchants left and the great refills, and of course the recycling. I have collections. already had a request to run a plant stall too houses of the cloth merchants fell into disrepair. needlework. Lavenham’s history of making and creating throughout its history which is wonderful, but if anyone has any Little Hall itself was rescued in the 1920s and 30s by the Gayer Anderson twin brothers who are continued in Little Hall today. There are restored examples ofmade the Gayer it and into the house we see today. The brothers filled the house with some contacts for food stalls, please get in touch. On Sunday 23rd August local craftspeople will beIndeed, in theitHall craft the IAndersons’ am also looking for skills groupsin or carpentry individuals toand run woodwork. of their collections. and garden from 11am until 4pm explaining how they dresser in the dining room was designed and made by Colonel the refreshments (profits to their own charity) or indeed have a craft stall on produce their wares using techniques of email dyeing and Gayer Anderson inPlease 1905. the bigger markets. contact meage on old 07712424901 on and creating throughout its history are continued in Little Hall Lavenham’sorhistory ofme making spinning wool. King4kings@aol.com if you would like to help in any way. Please, if you a the Gayer Andersons’ craft skills in carpentry and woodwork. today. There are examples of The library has examples of leather and cloth bound books,are the Normal by entryHistoric fees apply: £6.00 for adults, accompanied children under 16 free Owned Suffolk supporter your community, spread the word and encourage others to Indeed, the(housekeeper dresser in come the dining room was designed and made by Colonel Gayer Anderson windowsofshow the skills of glaziers and Nellie Smith along. Stuart Race of “The Woolpatch” in Long Melford who supplies in 1905. Owned by Historic charity number 265212Suffolk charity number 265212 during the art hostel years) embroidered the panel, based on Jan King Thedyed library has examples of leather and cloth bound books, the windows show the skills of Little Hall shop with his beautiful woad wool hanks a design by Stephen Spender, which is now displayed in will the and Nellie (housekeeper during the art hostel years) embroidered the panel, be demonstrating how he yarn glaziers in the garden. HeSmith will be dormitory and is a fine example of dyes needlework. based on a design by Stephen Spender, which is now displayed in the dormitory and is a fine by some others with their spinning On Sundayjoined 23 August local craftspeople will bewheels. in the Hall and example of needlework.

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Are you looking for aWe colourfulyou andcan creative space to join how they produce theirhope wares using ageus for this special day On Sunday 23rd August local craftspeople will be in the Hall relax, make friends and have some fun? Normal entry fees apply old techniques of dyeing and spinning and garden from 11am until 4pm explaining how they Treat is a Retreat for adults with learning disabilities / wool. produce their wares using age old techniques of dyeing and neurodivergent and their guests where everyone can Hall is open every afternoon 1.00 -4.00 until spinning wool. enjoy creative, and leisure activities. Setthe in end the of October. Stuart Race ofsocial “Thefrom Woolpatch” inpm Long if you are resident in Lavenham you can buy a card for just £2.00 which enables heart of the Suffolk countryside guests will have sole use of the facilities, Melford who supplies Little Hall shop free ofincluding charge any timeaccommodation, duringdyed opening hours. bespoke swimming with hisatbeautiful woad wool hanks pool and dining/social area. A Stuart Race of “The Woolpatch” in Long Melford who supplies full timetable of day time activities will be on offer including dancing for Little Hall shop with his beautiful woad dyed wool hanks will will be demonstrating how he dyes yarn wellbeing, sound bath consult and meditation sessions and wellbeing walks. In the be demonstrating how he dyes yarn in the garden. He will be or more information please our website www.littlehall.org.uk in the garden. He will be joined by some Normal entryothers fees apply: £6.00 for adults, by some with their spinning wheels. accompanied children under 16 free evening an entertainment programme will offer quizzes, games, firepit meals joined others with theirtheatre spinning wheels. In addition to the timetable a fully and an interactive performance. Owned by Historic Suffolk Charity number 265212 charity number 265212 We hope and you staffed can join for this We hope youOwned can joinbyusHistoric for thisSuffolk special day equipped artusspace willspecial be accessible throughout the week Normal entry fees apply day. alongside areas for quiet activity and moments of calm. TREATfees will take place on Hall Mon is 29th April - Fri 3rd May Normal entry apply. Little open every afternoon from Little Hall is 6QQ open every afternoon from 1.00 -4.00 pm until the end of October. at Vauxhall Christian Trust Wenham Magna Suffolk CO7 1pm to 4pm until the end of October. Please contact Treat on 07718 Remember 935939 if you are resident in Lavenham you can buy a card for just £2.00 which enables Remember if you resident in Lavenham you youtocan a card or atare thechandeliercreative@outlook.com visitbuy free of chargefor at any time during opening hours. just £2 which TREAT...creative enables you to visit free of charge at any time during respite from a busy world opening hours. For more information please consult our website www.littlehall.org.uk www.hadleighcommunitynews.co.uk 19

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County Cllr Simon Dowling, Hadleigh Division (Green Party Group) Hadleigh, Kersey, Whatfield, Layham & Raydon Protest at county administration’s reversal of climate emergency. The Green Party group has condemned the reversal of Suffolk County Council’s climate emergency declaration, which was first made in 2019 and reaffirmed in 2023. At the full council meeting on 16 July, a motion to reverse the declaration was passed as Reform UK holds the majority of votes in the chamber. Reform UK also intends to review all environmental projects at the council with a view to making financial savings by scrapping any such schemes that cost the council money. But the council has in fact saved money with its carbon reduction programme since the declaration, including £4.8 million a year by reducing energy use. Green councillors argued that this was both a poor decision and a backwards step for the council, and that it ought to be setting an example to Suffolk residents by doing whatever it could to minimise its impact on our environment and climate. Dozens of local protesters gathered outside council HQ before the meeting to hear speeches by Adrian Ramsay MP and local councillors, as well as by representatives of local union branches. Bus services for all parishes or only some? The Green Party group proposed in the recent council meeting that SCC introduce the goal of a minimum five day a week bus service for all Suffolk parishes. We argued that Suffolk residents need better bus services to access employment, education, shops and health care. Two out of five Suffolk parishes have no bus service to the nearest town during commuter hours. Despite being supported by every other political group, the motion was voted down by the Reform UK administration. This rebuff came as we learned that SCC has secured £564,000 in new Department for Transport (DfT) funding to conduct a full feasibility study into bus franchising across the county. The funding means Suffolk can carry out all research at no cost to local taxpayers. The feasibility study will include consultation with residents, bus companies, district and borough councils, businesses and other stakeholders. Post-16 Travel Policy agreed for 2026-27. The council has confirmed the Post-16 Travel Policy for the academic year 2026-27 with no changes for the second year in a row. The charges therefore remain: • £1,050 for a mainstream seat • £780 for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) • The 50% discount remains in place for students from low-income families receiving Free School Meals and for students with an EHCP or SEND (including those without an EHCP but unable to travel independently due to disability) who also receive Free School Meals. Some post-16 education providers also provide bursaries which can assist families on a low income with travel costs, and cheaper travel may also be possible via public transport in some cases, so parents and carers are recommended to look into these options too. £3.6 million investment in new fire engines Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service has invested in a new fleet of fire engines across the county. The eleven new vehicles are in addition to the existing fleet and have been bought as part of the service’s ongoing fleet renewal programme to make sure fire engines are up to date and reliable. Suffolk Against Fraud partnership launched. Suffolk Trading Standards has teamed up with Suffolk Constabulary and businesses in the county to launch Suffolk Against Fraud. They will work together to investigate, share information and prepare campaigns to raise awareness and protect vulnerable people and small businesses. Residents who think they may have been a victim of fraud should report it at www.reportfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040. If money has already been transferred, they should contact their bank immediately.

Adult Social Care service again rated ‘Good’ by Care Quality Commission. Following an assessment by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Suffolk County Council has again been awarded an overall rating of “Good” for the quality of its Adult Social Care services. Whilst the report is very positive overall, CQC has identified some areas where improvements are needed, including reducing waiting times in parts of the system and ensuring reviews are consistently person-centred. Suffolk County Council plans £18.9m investment to expand SEND support. Suffolk County Council is set to invest almost £19 million of government funding to create hundreds of new specialist education places for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The number of children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) has increased by 17% in the past year, from 10,292 in April 2025 to 12,018 in April 2026. The proposed investment would provide: • 168 new specialist places in existing secondary schools through specialist bases • 80 additional places through satellite provision connected to existing special schools • £2 million to support inclusion in mainstream schools • £2 million for adaptations and improvements to mainstream schools • £1 million to develop specialist post-16 provision across Suffolk. The programme will focus on areas where demand is highest, particularly for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Communication and Interaction needs, including autism. Residents invited to have their say on future of children’s health services. Residents are invited to have their say on the future of Suffolk’s Healthy Child programme. The public consultation covers proposed changes to the Family Nurse Partnership, Young Parents Pathway, School Nursing and Health Visiting services. Support will continue, but some services may be delivered in different ways. Under the proposals: • The Family Nurse Partnership and Young Parents Pathway would no longer run as standalone programmes, with support for young parents instead provided through health visiting, early help services and wider support networks. • School Nursing would move from an open-access model to a more targeted service, focusing on those with the greatest need. • The Health Visiting service would be strengthened, with more support led by Health Visitors and greater continuity of care for families. The consultation closes on 18 Sep 26, with all feedback considered before a final decision is made later this year. The consultation can be completed online at https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/council-anddemocracy/consultations-petitions-and-elections/consultations/ healthy-child-services-consultations. Printed copies and accessible formats are available on request.

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New coaches bring fresh energy to Hadleigh Cycling Club Hadleigh Cycling Club has welcomed three new coaches this season, aiming to create more cycling opportunities for the community. Among them are Katie and Dave, a coaching duo bringing both fresh perspective and decades of combined experience. Katie’s journey into cycling began at eight, racing triathlons with her dad before choosing to focus on her favourite discipline, cycling. She joined Stowmarket Cycling Club at 11, riding with the women’s group and progressing to road, time trial, and cyclocross racing. Dave’s cycling journey began with friends and short stint as a Hadleigh CC member. He’s gone on to complete the Dunwich Dynamo, race several time trials, cyclocross, and Ironman UK. “It’s time to come full circle and return home,” he says about returning to coach at the club where his cycling journey began. Together, they’re excited about Hadleigh’s junior section, which welcomes riders of all ages and ambitions. “I would love to share my love for cycling with other riders so they gain enjoyment from the sport like I always have,” says Katie. Dave shares the same ethos. “It’s about finding your sport and enjoying it... improving to the best of your abilities.” His advice to parents is simple: “Be encouraging but not pushy. Ride with them, make it fun!” Katie is also keen to boost girls’ cycling locally. In a sport that still feels maledominated, having women in coaching roles and supporting girls in junior cycling from the start can make a lasting difference, helping young riders imagine themselves staying in the sport for life. Our Wednesday coached sessions for young riders continue through the summer. New members are always welcome. Contact us via facebook.com/HadleighCyclingClub.

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With temperatures continuing to rise, the Friday 5 Mile Series moved on to its fourth race at Nowton Park, near Bury St Edmunds, on 19 June. This mixedterrain course takes runners through the park before heading out onto local roads, with welcome stretches of tree cover and even a cut-through farmyard helping to break up the route. The men’s team continued its impressive run of form, with James Woodley, Stuart Price, Kevin Long, Tom Cowley and Richard Cowley all producing strong performances. Their efforts lifted the team to second place overall in the series standings after four races, while also securing third place in the team competition on the night. Representing the ladies were Nathalie Hooper and Joanne Sargent, who both delivered determined runs despite the challenging conditions. The junior races saw Alex Long compete in the MU9 category and Rosalie Van Aswegen in the FU11. Congratulations to both young runners for taking on the hot conditions and producing excellent performances. The following week, on 26 June, the series moved to Haughley Park for the penultimate race, hosted by Stowmarket Striders. Mother Nature decided that the previous week hadn’t been hot enough, and competitors were met with the hottest day of the year. Kevin Long, Kevin Carpenter, Allie MacLean and Nathalie all chose to brave the extreme temperatures, sensibly adjusting their pace to cope with the conditions. The opening three miles were pleasantly flat, but the return journey included a series of deceptive climbs, including the drag over the A14 bridge. Kevin Long’s consistent efforts throughout the series paid off with a superb first place in his age group, finishing in an impressive 30:37. Kevin C, Allie and Nathalie also produced excellent runs, all finishing in the top five of their respective age groups. On Sunday 28 June, Rob Taylor, Nathalie, Nikki Vince, Jo and Julia Bilotta headed to Kesgrave for the Kesgrave 10K. This popular, flat road race winds through the streets of Kesgrave and always attracts fantastic local support. With temperatures once again soaring, many spectators kindly set up sprinklers along the route to help runners cool down. The team produced another set of strong performances, with Rob Taylor achieving a personal best of 42:06. After six weeks of racing in exceptionally hot conditions, the Friday 5 Mile Series concluded on 3 July with the traditional “flat and fast” finale, offering runners one last opportunity to chase personal bests. Representing the men’s team were James Woodley, Stuart Price, Kevin Long, Tom Cowley, Kevin C and Allie MacLean. James, Stuart and Kevin Long all broke the 30-minute barrier, with Stuart winning his age group and James finishing fifth overall in a superb 26:39— just three seconds outside the Hadleigh Hares club record. Tom, Kevin Cowley and Allie all crossed the line in under 35 minutes, rounding off an excellent evening for the team. The ladies were represented by Nathalie, Belinda and Jo, all producing strong performances to finish the series on a high. In the junior races, Alex Long competed in the MU9 event, while Felix Clover represented the club in the MU15 category. Both ran well in highly competitive fields. The overall series results were outstanding. Kevin Long finished first in his age group, Kevin Carpenter and Stuart Price both secured second place, Allie MacLean finished sixth and Tom Cowley tenth.

SUFFOLK • NORFOLK • ESSEX For the ladies, Belinda claimed second place in her age group, Nathalie Hooper finished sixth and Joanne Sargent ninth in their highly competitive categories. The club also enjoyed an excellent overall team result, finishing ninth out of 61 clubs. For a relatively small club, this was a tremendous achievement and a fitting reward for six weeks of hard racing, commitment and teamwork. Congratulations to everyone who took part and represented Hadleigh Hares so brilliantly. Stuart, Nathalie and Jo have become so accustomed to racing on a Friday evening that they couldn’t resist lining up for the Brantham 5 on 10 July. They were joined by Emma Calver, making her debut race in Hadleigh Hares colours and Polly Price representing the Juniors. This popular multi-terrain course proved to be a challenging one, with the final mile and a half climbing steadily uphill. Fortunately, once the runners reached the top, it was all downhill to the finish. Stuart was in outstanding form, breaking the 30-minute barrier, while Nathalie, Emma and Jo all put in strong performances to conquer the demanding course. Save the Date! The Hadleigh Hares Annual 2k, 5 Mile and 10 Mile Race will take place on Sunday 22 November. Entries will open at 12:00 noon on 26 September, so be sure to mark the date in your diary and secure your place early. Whether you’re aiming for the 2k fun run, testing yourself over 5 miles, or taking on the full 10-mile challenge, we’d love to welcome participants and supporters for another fantastic day of racing. Further details and entry links will be available closer to the opening date. Don’t forget – if you’d like to join Hadleigh Hares, you can try the club for one month completely free, with access to as many sessions as you like. For more information, visit hadleighhares.co.uk or email secretary@hadleigh-hares.co.uk. And if running isn’t for you but you’re interested in coaching, we’d love to hear from you too!

Hadleigh Cricket Club

It’s been a good month for the 1st XI, with 4 wins out of 5 games, as the scorching heat has given Friars Road a subcontinental look. We’re just not used to playing cricket in temperatures in the low to mid-30s, and some of our junior matches and training were rightly cancelled at the height of the heatwave because it was too dangerous. Spare a thought for the bowlers especially, but that didn’t stop Jack Auld, fresh from his stint as England’s 12th man at Lord’s, from taking 7-33 against Mistley – the best figures by a Hadleigh bowler for many years. Captain Tom Piddington is also in fine form with the bat, scoring 100 at Wivenhoe, his second century already this season. Despite some really challenging availability issues, the team is still very creditably in 3rd place in Division 1. 14-year-old Harry Alexander was called up for his 1st XI debut at Clacton and has played every game since then, looking completely at home. He bowled his full complement of 10 overs against Wivenhoe and was involved in an important final wicket stand against Mistley. The 2nds are struggling a little, as player depth continues to be a problem. But there have been some bright spots, with Archie Magnus hitting his maiden 100 at Mildenhall and Tim Rix also scoring a century against Eight Ash Green. It was also good to see Amelie Clarke back in Hadleigh colours in that match and making an important contribution with the bat. All is not lost, but with games starting to run out, some wins are badly needed if Taylor Locke’s team are going to beat the drop. On a Sunday have we seen our sides turn a corner? The Division 2 team have really struggled for runs this year, but in recent weeks went past the 200 mark against Brockley and then finally won a game on the field (as opposed to games being conceded to them) at Bardwell. While the Academy team are yet to enjoy that feeling, Hettie Thorogood scored a superb 97 not out against Brettenham, and Isaiah Barber reached 50 against Brockley. Well done both! Gary Wiles

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