Make. Explore. Play. Discover. Summer in Suffolk Museums returns in 2023 to bring families a huge variety of events, activities and workshops over the school holidays. Activities and events are either low-cost or completely free to…

I am writing this with only 7 weeks of the academic year left - time continues to fly past, especially in schools where there are some many exciting learning opportunities taking place! It is the time of year that we…

Let’s help pond wildlife Ponds are amazing havens for local wildlife. They can be easy to make too! If you simply take a lid off a water butt, fill it with rain water and put it in the ground, you’ve got the easiest pond possible. So,…

A Day by The Sea Seagulls encircle skimming the waves. A thousand steps marched on the promenade Chatter rises above the crowd Squeals of excitement are joyful and loud Shoes lay discarded amongst the shells, …

The Mayor of Ipswich is proud to host celebrations for Suffolk Day on 21 June 2023, led by a military parade through the town centre and county ceremony with a ‘Be Free in 23’ theme. Celebrations will start with an early morning parade…

This year the Rotary Club of Felixstowe’s Annual Charity Fun Run took place on Monday, 1 May and as usual was centred on the Spa Pavilion. A near-record 700 runners participated in the event. Many thanks to our main sponsors, Ruby’s…

From spring-themed trails to outdoor games and activities to get closer to nature, there’s plenty to entertain your little explorers at National Trust places this May half term. Make the most of the warmer weather and longer late-spring…

Felixtowe's Spa Pavilion Theatre is offering something for everyone in Aprli from Dinos to Disco! First up, on Saturday 1st April: 'Soul Kinda Wonderful' pay homage to the legendary Drifters, alongside other classic Motown and Soul…

Say 'prisoners' and many people think 'bad, dangerous, aggressive, violent, avoid'. Recently, I've started saying a Saturday morning Mass at one of our local prisons, and I get a very different picture. The prisoners I meet are…

Being part of the mainstream church at Easter is an important part of the Christian year for us. We are currently celebrating Lent as part of our build-up to the Easter celebrations. Holy Week for us commences with Palm Sunday; Jesus’…

With almost 500 members, the Felixstowe Society works hard through its active executive committee and enthusiastic volunteers to keep a strong eye on what is happening to our town. Planning applications are commented upon, regular…

Felixstowe Garden Club hold their next meeting on Tuesday 11 April, 7-9pm at Old Felixstowe Community Centre, Ferry Road, Felixstowe IP11 9NB, where Ruth Goudy from Kiln Farm Nursery in Kesgrave will talk about Flower Power. Visitors are…

Once again, Felixstowe Community Choir has made donations to charities and good causes. A total of £1,500 was given to projects nominated and voted for by choir members. The lucky recipients were: The Hub at St Philip’s in…

We are a group of carers who look after a family member or friend. We meet for relaxation, friendship and to gain helpful information about caring. New members are welcomed. We had a lovely meeting in March. Rebecca Garnet, a researcher…

The first week of February saw the final weekend of the Suffolk County Swimming Championships, where we took five relay teams, competing in freestyle and medley relays. Everyone raced really well and the girls, aged 10 and 11 years,…

On Saturday 3 June, Louise Cotter and her 8-year-old daughter Layla will be embarking on a 26-mile trek as part of the Alzheimer’s Society’s Trek26 campaign. Louise and Layla are unable to take part in the official Trek26 events, so their…

The hugely popular Easter Egg Hunt is back at the award-winning Felixstowe Museum on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 April 2023. Tickets will sell out for this family event, where children can hunt for the coloured eggs hidden around the museum,…