Bury and West Suffolk Magazines

28/11/2022

We popped in to see the team at Theatre Royal, Bury St. Edmunds ahead of the opening night of The Legend of Robin Hood this weekend, and what a buzz. Ready to take the stage by storm, the cast were excited to launch this year's Panto, which is on until Saturday 14th January.

Tickets are still available with with day and evening performances available to suit the entire family. We can't wait to see it!

27/11/2022

Our Christmas Issue is now out! 🎅 🎅 Celebrating the locality at this wonderful time of year, please pick up a copy and enjoy!

25/11/2022

Presents Galore returns this weekend, welcoming 120 exhibitors to the Rowley Mile Racecourse. Offering the perfect opportunity to complete your Christmas gift list, pop along to explore a unique collection of independent businesses, whilst supporting two wonderful charities - the National Horse Racing Museum and Cambridge Children's Hospital. All proceeds and 100% of ticket sales are being donated making it the real season of giving!

Opening times:
Friday 25 November: 4pm - 8pm
Saturday 26 November: 10am - 5pm
Sunday 27 November: 10am - 4pm

Free parking, tickets available on the door. All tickets eligible for free returns over the weekend.

21/11/2022

Gainsborough's House, the childhood home of one of Britain's most important artists, opens to the public today (Monday 21 November) following a transformational redevelopment to create an international centre for Thomas Gainsborough, and the largest gallery in Suffolk.

The opening displays will present the world's most comprehensive collection of Thomas Gainsborough (1727-1788), telling the full story of the artist's life and work, as well as showcasing the widespread influence he had on his contemporaries, and succeeding generations.

The £10 million transformational redevelopment, supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, comprises a new three-storey building, designed in locally made brick and flint, housing a new entrance and four innovative galleries.

A visit is a definite must this weekend. Gainsborough's House, 46 Gainsborough Street, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2EU | Opening Times: Open Monday – Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-5pm,

National Lottery Heritage Fund Gainsborough's House Society

18/11/2022

Newmarket celebrated its Christmas Lights Switch On this evening, and what a turn out 🎄🎄 Congratulations to all involved, now let's the get the festive season started.

17/11/2022

The Lavenham Literary Festival begins tomorrow, welcoming all to rejoice in the world of the written word. With a Festival Dinner, talks with local and well renowned authors, as well as workshops, there is something for all.

Discover the full itinerary, and book sessions, via the LLF website - www.lavenhamliteraryfestival.co.uk

13/11/2022

Lest we forget

12/11/2022

Have you got your tickets to East Anglia's biggest Christmas Fair? 🎁 🎁 Presents Galore returns to the Rowley Mile Racecourse between 25 - 27 November, bringing with it over 100 stunning local and independent stalls.

From foodie treats to jewellery, homewares and children's gifts there's something for every taste. And, what's more, 100% of ticket sales and all proceeds are being donated to Cambridge Children's Hospital and the National Horse Racing Museum... Feel good shopping at its best.

Tickets are available online at buff.ly/3TxqYxY or through the National Horseracing Museum Giftshop, found on Palace Street, Newmarket. All tickets are eligible for free returns over the weekend, and there's free parking on site!

08/11/2022

Now that fireworks night has passed, is it time to deck the halls? We're so excited to see Suffolk twinkle in the Christmas lights. Ravenwood Hall Hotel & Restaurant looks absolutely stunning, and we can't wait to see the first of many Christmas Party Nights 🎄 🎄

Offering the ultimate evening of festivities, with a 3-course festive menu and dancing till midnight. The perfect party! Visit https://buff.ly/3WDHBL3 for info.

05/11/2022

Wishing all a fantastic Bonfire Night 🌟 🌟 We'd love to know where you headed out to watch the fireworks, or if you had your own at home.

Abbey Gardens in Bury St Edmunds was absolutely spectacular again this year.

31/10/2022

After a spooktacular October Half Term, today's the icing on the cake. Whether you're heading out trick or treating or not tonight, we hope you have a fantastic All Hallows Eve 🎃 🎃

26/10/2022

Have you picked up our latest issue? Turn to page 15 to read our Half Term Treats For Your Little Horrors article and find out all the hotspots to take your children this week. From spooky goings on at Framlingham Castle to treasure hunting at Newmarket Library, there's something for all ages.

23/10/2022

Looking to treat the children this half term? Back by popular demand, The Pantry, Fine Food Shop and Eatery invites all to its Kids Halloween Supper 🎃 🎃 An ideal alternative to trick or treating, dress up and enjoy a Halloween cocktail, main course and chance to decorate your own cupcake!

Tickets are £10 - booking essential by calling 01638 661181.

21/10/2022

Managing Editor Susanna enjoyed a wonderful trip to London Town to celebrate her birthday today. Wearing a beautiful top from ANNA shopatanna.com bought by her husband, and her new Mixologems bracelet which looks stunning.

Thankyou to Lulu's Luxury Lifestyle and Travel for the London tips too.

20/10/2022

DRINK IF YOU DARE // This concoction from the talents at Verve Bar & Restaurant in Bury St Edmunds is a classic Margarita shaken with the Fruits of a Poison Apple Tree.

The perfect way for the adults to join in the spooky season 👻 👻 And with a full Halloween Cocktail menu, all you need to do is pick your poison. Available until the end of October.

16/10/2022

With Half Term just one week away, it's time to start planning entertainment for the little ones... and with so much on offer throughout Suffolk, this October looks set to be a busy one!

Kentwell Hall offers an action packed week of wizardry and fun with its School of Sorcery. Introducing all who visit to Mrs Midnight, Sir Atticus Merripen (Headmaster of the Halloweenies School of Sorcery) and Professor Puff to name but a few, it's not one to be missed. Find out more and book tickets here https://buff.ly/3MB4hH2

Spooky half-term halloween fun as children join the hunt for the heffalump

12/10/2022

We enjoyed an amazing visit to the pumpkin patch at Ruffins Farm over the weekend 🎃🎃 It was fantastic to visit the farm on a beautiful sunny day to pick our pumpkins, cuddle all the baby animals, find our way through the amazing maize maze and start raising our spirits this Halloween. Can’t believe it’s almost half-term already!!

04/10/2022

We enjoyed a fantastic morning at the National Horse Racing Museum in Newmarket this weekend, meeting some beautiful horses and finding out more about Suffolk Punches.

A display from the Suffolk Horse Society in the Peter O’Sullevan Arena was not to be missed, whilst the whole event gave a great insight into the world of this rare breed of workhorse.

With several events on throughout the year, head over to the NHRM website to find out more about upcoming exhibitions.

02/10/2022

Get in the mood for autumn with the latest arrivals at Martha V Newmarket. As featured in our latest issue, these looks from Naya are absolute must haves.

Shop in store or online www.marthavshop.co.uk

30/09/2022

Want to enjoy the great outdoors? Lackford Lakes - Suffolk Wildlife Trust is bursting with events next month. From its popular Wild Tots events on Wednesday mornings to Wild Walks and quiz nights, there's something for all.

Visit the Lackford Lakes website for the full listing: https://buff.ly/3y2IrGC

Upcoming events at Lackford Lakes

23/09/2022

We are very much looking forward to the new exhibition on display at National Horse Racing Museum this weekend 🐴 🐎 Launching the first major exhibition by local artist Anne Ward, The Racehorse: Past & Future reflects upon the lives and achievements of ten wonderful, retired racehorses and ten foals that represent the hopes and dreams of future champions.

Running between 17 September 2022 - 19 February 2023, Anne Ward offers an amazing insight into the racing industry bringing some of the sport's greatest names to life through paint. Retired racehorses include Sire de Grugy, Big Buck’s, Ouija Board, Prince of Arran, and Oasis Dream.

Be sure to visit the exhibition whilst available in Newmarket - a visit will be fun for the whole family.

22/09/2022

With 'behind the scenes' access penned in our September issue, we can't wait for this weekend broadcast of Songs of Praise. Filmed at Foxearth Meadows, BBC presenter Aled Jones enjoyed the Suffolk wildlife exploring the 11-acre reserve throughout the show.

Mark Prina, Foxearth Meadows reserve manager, explains, "Foxearth Meadows is a special place where people come to encounter our precious wildlife. We hope that, by being included in this ‘Care for Creation’ episode on Songs of Praise, many more people will see how we promote caring for nature, be concerned at its vulnerability yet wonder at its resilience and vitality."

Reverend Lynda Sebbage from Barrow EcoChurch said, “We were delighted to be invited to take part in the recent filming at Foxearth Meadows, near Sudbury. Several children from the Barrow Benefice, all keen on the environment, having already visited our Eco Church Project at All Saints Church, Barrow, joined the tour around Foxearth, which is a haven for a variety of dragonflies and damselflies. We were rewarded with seeing quite a number of them as they flitted across the reeds and ponds, and the children loved learning how to spot the difference between them! While the filming took place, the children had great fun in making their own dragonflies.”

Tune in to watch the BBC Songs of Praise 'Caring for Creation' programme on Sunday 25th September from 1.15pm.

18/09/2022

Please join us in remembering Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at 8pm tonight.

16/09/2022

Ickworth's Light Nights are back for a third year and are even bigger and better for 2022! Taking place daily between 11 - 27 November from 4.30pm, explore the magical winter lights across the gardens. Tickets are on sale now: https://bit.ly/IckworthNTLightNights

📷 Jim Woolf

13/09/2022

This weekend welcomes the return of the Henry Cecil Newmarket Open Weekend, with two days of behind the scenes action in some of Britain's best-known racing yards.

Saturday welcomes a host of tours across the British Racing School Newmarket, The Jockey Club Rooms, National Stud, Tattersalls, National Horse Racing Museum and many more venues, while Sunday will see 24 trainers and Godolphin Rehoming yards opening their doors to the public.

Raising money to support Racing Welfare, Newmarket Day Centre, National Horse Racing Museum and Newmarket Heath Ambulance, this fantastic event is not to be missed. Tickets: £15 (advanced) £20 (on the day). All children under 16 years of age go free. To find out more visit: www.thehenrycecilopenweekend.co.uk