August Newsletter
August 2, 2017
Throughout the summer holidays until Sunday 3 September museums across Suffolk are offering a host of exciting events, activities, workshops and trails for the whole family. Most of the activities are either low-cost or free. You can download your free Summer in Suffolk Museums program at http://bit.ly/SuffolkSummer2017.
Lavenham Guildhall - Spinning Demonstrations - 3 August. Visit Lavenham Guildhall on one of the spinning Thursdays and see volunteers in action demonstrating the traditional art of spinning.
Red Rose Chain presents Shakespeare's As You Like It - Until Sunday 27 August, Jimmy's Farm, IP9 2AP. A fantastic production of one of Shakespeare's most bewitching comedies, full of energy, music and dance and an ideal introduction to Shakespeare for all-ages. Tickets from £10 to £25.50.
Melford Hall - Melford Hall's Railway Walk - Saturday 5 August. A guided walk taking in some railway history as well as the natural beauty of the Suffolk countryside.
The Country Fair - Melford Hall, Long Melford - Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 August. A weekend of falconry, dog agility, dancing horses and trade stands featuring crafts, food and drink in the ground of beautiful Melford hall. £10 adult, £5 child. www.melfordcountryfair.co.uk
Real Ale and Oyster Festival - Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 August, The Anchor, Main Street, Walberswick. Walberswick is definitely worth a day out and why not combine it with the festival with live music, oysters, ale and food.
Guided Tour of Clare Castle and Clare Castle Country Park - Saturday 5 August, 11am - 12.30pm. Visit the remains of the Norman castle built by the founder of the de Clare family and also the beautiful village of Clare.
Kentwell at War - Saturday 6 and Sunday 6 August, Kentwell hall, Long Melford, CO10 9BA. A great day out for all the family.
The Festival of Classic and Sports Cars - Helmingham Hall Gardens, Helmingham IP14 6EF - Sunday 6 August, 10am - 5pm. There will be 100's of cars on display, as well as the chance to visit the beautiful Hall and gardens.
Music in the Gardens - Helmingham Hall - Sunday 13 August. Listen to lovely music in the beautiful gardens at Helmingham Hall.
FolkEast - 18 - 20 August, Glemhall Hall. Nominated for the Best Small Festival Award in the UK Festival Awards. A family-friendly festival all set within the beautiful Suffolk countryside.
Flatford Ramble - Constable's Footsteps - Saturday 19 August, 1pm until 4pm. Flatford, East Bergholt, CO7 6UL. Join experienced guides for a 3 hour 4 mile ramble visiting the views that inspired the artist John Constable. The tour will also visit East Bergholt and Dedham. Booking essential tel: 0344 249 1895. Children welcome.
Aldeburgh Carnival - Saturday 19 August - Monday 21 August. Three wonderful days of carnival fun including live music, carnival procession and a fantastic fireworks display on Monday at 9.15. See www.aldeburghcarnival.com for more informtion.
Tudor Hands On Days - Monday 21 August - Thursday 24 August, Kentwell Hall, Long Melford. Fun actitivity day for the whole family.
Lavenham Farmers Market - Sunday 27 August, Lavenham Village Hall, Church Street. 10 am - 1.30pm. Over 30 of the highest quality small scale producers in Suffolk.
The Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival - 27 and 28 August. Hosted in the Arc Shopping Centre the festival includes a Farmers Market, street entertainment and celebrity chef appearances.
BBC's Antiques Roadshow - Helmingham Hall, IP14 6EF - Thursday 31 August. Bring your treasures along to the BBC's Antique Roadshow at Helmingham Hall.