About Anglia - Events Guide


Saturday 4th September 2010

10:00 AM - LONG MELFORD BOOK FAIR
28 exhibitors selling a wide range of secondhand, out of print and collectable books at this long established fair. Thousands of books available. Also often postcards and ephemera. Home made refreshments available. Free parking. Admission £1 (children under 15 free).
Web Site : www.missingbookfairs.co.uk Contact : Chris Missing on 01245 361609
Venue : Memorial Hall (opp Bull Hotel) in Long Melford.


Wednesday 8th September 2010

7:30 PM - CLARE & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Gardeners Question and Answer Evening. New members and visitors welcome. For more information phone Olive Smith, 01787 277082.

Venue : Old School Community Centre Hall 2 in Clare.


Friday 10th September 2010

11:30 AM - CLARE CHURCH TOUR
As part of the Heritage Open Days 2010, visit the sunlit wool church of Suffolk, Dowsing’s gift to Clare. Tour given by Reverend Rankin. Booking essential.
Contact : parishclerk@clare-uk.com on 01284 764667
Venue : St. Peter & St. Paul Church in Clare.

12:00 PM - CLARE NUTTERY TOUR
As part of the Heritage Open Days 2010, visit this hidden gem which was originally part of the vicarage garden was acquired by the parish council several years ago. Gradually over the years dead elm and elder trees have been replaced with hazel, guilder rose and yew, to name but a few. Booking essential.
Contact : tic@stedsbc.gov.uk on 01284 764667
Venue : Nuttery - entrance via the cemetery

2:00 PM - GUIDED WALK AROUND CLARE COUNTRY PARK
Take part in this guided walk as part of the Heritage Open Day Events 2010 Clare Castle is the only castle in England and possibly anywhere that had a railway station built within its ramparts. This leisurely walk will take you around these Norman and Victorian features. Find out how the Clare Lords played an important part in England’s rule and how the coming of the railway changed the lives of local people. Booking essential. Call the Tourist Information Centre on 01284 764667
Contact : tic@stedsbc.gov.uk on 01284 764667
Venue : Country Park in Clare .

2:00 PM - CLARE GUIDED WALK
As part of the Hertiage Open Days 2010, take a guided walk of Clare with a registered tour guide. Booking essential.
Contact : tic@stedsbc.gov.uk on 01284 764667
in Clare.

8:00 PM - PUBLIC MEETING REGARDING PROPOSED WIND FARM
MP Tim Yeo's and MP Matthew Hancock MP will be holding a Public Meeting in Hundon Village Hall on Friday 10 September at 8pm on the subject of the proposed BT wind farm.
Contact : parishclerk@clare-uk.com
Venue : Hundon Village Hall


Monday 13th September 2010

10:30 AM - CLARE COFFEE STOP
The aim of the COFFEE STOP is to provide a comprehensive information service for local people of all ages. At the same time, there will be FREE REFRESHMENTS available, a friendly welcome and the opportunity to MEET with other people in your community who you might not see on a regular basis. Representatives from local and national voluntary organisations will be present to give information about the services they offer. In addition a Citizens Advice Bureau representative will be available in the Committee Room between 10.00am and 12 noon.
Contact : pauline.broad1@btinternet.com on 01440 785840
Venue : Old School Community Centre in Clare.


Tuesday 14th September 2010

2:00 PM - CLARE SEEKERS SOCIAL CLUB
Clare Seekers Social Club for the visually impaired September meeting with guest speaker Lesley Bannister - Life with my guide dog. Anyone with a visual impairment living in Clare or the surrounding villages is very welcome to join this friendly social club. Transport to the club is provided. If you would like to know more about Clare Seekers please contact the coordinator Trudi Nicoll on 01440 785407.
Contact : pauline.broad1@btinternet.com on 01440 785840
Venue : Clare Old School Community Centre in Clare.


Wednesday 15th September 2010

7:30 PM - CLARE CARPET BOWLS CLUB AGM
Start of the 2010-2011 season. The AGM will last around 15 minutes and be followed by club practices. New members are very welcome, especially if they are younger than 50! Carpet Bowls is very enjoyable and this is more of a social club it is so enjoyable. Come along and see for yourselves.
Contact : ron.longland@btinternet.com on 01787 277769
Venue : Hall 3, Community Centre in Clare.


Friday 17th September 2010

11:00 AM - TOUR OF BRITAIN CYCLE RACE
The Tour of Britain annual elite cycling race stage 7 will be coming to Suffolk on 17 September 2010 and is considered to be one of the cornerstones of the UK sporting calender and the country's biggest cycling event. The race will start in Bury St Edmunds at 10.15 am and will be passing through Suffolk towns including Clare between 11.00 am to 11.25 am. Come out and celebrate this prestige carnival atmosphere event which will be shown on ITV 4 each night between 7.00 - 8.00 pm. The cyclists will consist of 17 teams from ten different countries, 5 British teams, 8 Tour De France teams, 100 riders and 8 medalists from Beijing Olympics. If you need further information please do not hesitate to contact tourofbritain@suffolk.gov.uk
Web Site : http://www.tourofbritain.co.uk/ Contact : tourofbritain@suffolk.gov.uk on 01473 264654
Venue : Clare High Street in Clare.


Sunday 19th September 2010

11:00 AM - SCARECROW COMPETITION
Bring your scarecrow to the Visitor Centre in the Park between 11am and 12 noon. Entrance fee per scarecrow £2. Prizes for the best traditional and the most imaginative scarecrows at 3.00 pm For more information please contact Jane Haisman.
Contact : 01787 279182
Venue : Clare Castle Country Park


Thursday 23rd September 2010

12:00 PM - THE 5TH PLOUGH BEER FESTIVAL
the 5th Plough Beer Festival will be held from Thursday 23rd September 2010 through to close of business on Sunday 26th September. Open all day every day throughout the festival til at least 11pm. Fantastic live music on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. 15 plus real ales and ciders/perry. Theme- "Your Choice"; we're asking you to choose your favourite ales from anywhere within the UK and we promise that at least 60% of the ales featured will be chosen by you! Voting is taking place now by completing a vote slip (available from the Plough Inn bar) or by emailing us at info@theploughhundon.co.uk with your name and choices.
Web Site : www.theploughhundon.co.uk Contact : info@theploughhundon.co.uk on 01440 786789
Venue : The Plough Inn at Hundon in Hundon.

7:30 PM - CLARE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AUTUMN MEETING
Members Meeting, open to existing Members and also to other businesses wishing to join.
Contact : ron.longland@btinternet.com on 01787 277769
Venue : Committee Room, CommunityCentre in Clare.


Friday 24th September 2010

8:30 PM - THE SMOKIN' HOGS PLAY LIVE AT THE 5TH PLOUGH BEER FEST!
Join us at the 5th Plough Beer fest for an awesome evening of punchy, rockin' blues from the Smokin' Hogs (check them out at www.smokinhogs.com). Admission is free. The Smokin' Hogs deliver high energy R&B sounds with a leaning towards the British Blues Boom of the 1960's. This tight outfit have played at several festivals and have enjoyed rave reviews- don't miss out!
Web Site : www.theploughhundon.co.uk Contact : info@theploughhundon.co.uk on 01440 786789
Venue : The Plough Inn at Hundon in Hundon.


Saturday 25th September 2010

8:30 PM - JURASSIC ROCK PLAY LIVE AT THE 5TH HUNDON PLOUGH BEER FESTIVAL
We are most excited to welcome stunning local talent JURASSIC ROCK back to the Plough to headline on the Saturday evening of the 5th Plough Beer Fest! Tony, Bob, Paul and Jon went down an absolute storm at the last festival so please arrive early to bag yourself a good spot for a superb evening of feelgood rock 'n' roll, blues and soul. Why not check them out at www.jurassicrock.co.uk
Web Site : www.theploughhundon.co.uk Contact : info@theploughhundon.co.uk on 01440 786789
Venue : The Hundon Plough in Hundon.


Sunday 26th September 2010

8:00 PM - THE HARVS PLAY LIVE AT THE 5TH PLOUGH BEER FESTIVAL
A welcome return for the Harvs to the Plough! The Harvs are an amazing acoustic duo who cover songs and tunes from two hundred years ago and older, mingling comfortably alongside some of the latest to be released. Nothing is safe. Material is from everywhere and pretty much everywhen. Check them out at www.theharvs.com. Father and son Ian and Liam say of themselves; "Both of us sing, sometimes melody, sometimes harmony. We both like a good laugh. We both like hecklers. And we both like what we do. Nuff said." Free entry but arriving early is advised, as the Harvs always enjoy an enthusiastic crowd!
Web Site : www.theploughhundon.co.uk Contact : info@theploughhundon.co.uk on 01440 786789
Venue : The Hundon Plough in Hundon.


Friday 1st October 2010

10:00 AM - CLARE ART CLUB AUTUMN EXHIBITION
Clare Art Club Autumn Exhibition and sale of member's original paintings, prints, crafts and cards. Demonstrations, children's art competition, prize draw and refreshments. Admission free. Friday 1st October - Sunday 3rd October 10am - 5pm (4pm Sunday)
Contact : davidgilbert23@yahoo.co.uk on 01787 280696
Venue : Clare Town Hall in Clare.

7:30 PM - CLARE HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Neil Lanham, 'My Life as an Auctioneer' on his auctions in the Town Hall, Clare
Contact : m.m.smith1@btinternet.com on 01787 277249
Venue : The Bell, Market Hill in Clare.


Saturday 2nd October 2010


Sunday 3rd October 2010


Sunday 10th October 2010

9:30 AM - ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES FAIR
The largest Antiques & Collectables fair in Clare, host to many of East Anglia’s finest dealers, offering: 17th 18th and 19th century oak, mahogany and pine furniture, 18th 19th and 20th century glass, 18th and 19th century clocks, Moorcroft pottery, Clarice Cliff, 18th and 19th century porcelain, Books, 20th century collectables,Gold, silver and a plethora of miscellanea
Contact : robinstone768@btinternet.com on 07990795570
Venue : Clare Town Hall in Clare.


Monday 11th October 2010


Tuesday 12th October 2010

2:00 PM - CLARE SEEKERS SOCIAL CLUB
Clare Seekers Social Club for the visually impaired October meeting - a social afternoon of nostalgia. Anyone with a visual impairment living in Clare or the surrounding villages is very welcome to join this friendly social club. Transport to the club is provided. If you would like to know more about Clare Seekers please contact the coordinator Trudi Nicoll on 01440 785407.
Contact : pauline.broad1@btinternet.com on 01440 785840
Venue : Clare Old School Community Centre in Clare.


Thursday 14th October 2010

7:00 PM - AN EVENING WITH INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED RONNIE BUCKINGHAM
Ronnie is an acclaimed International celebrity medium. His unbelievable accuracy has made him one of the most successful mediums of our time, with both the media and private readings alike. There is a 4 month waiting list for private readings with Ronnie. Ronnie has appeared on Big Brother twice — analysing doodles and T- shirt designs. Predicting the last four housemates, including the winner, he was even given a chapter in the Big Brother book- ‘Inside Big Brother’. He has also analysed a doodle for Tara Palmer-Tomkinson who then wrote “Ronnie, the man who knows more about me than I do” Ronnie has made many TV & radio appearances, including 15 television appearances on Mystic Challenge (SkyTV), RI:SE Breakfast Show (Channel4), Scream Team (Sky TV) and has even appeared on Kilroy Show as a Healer. This very special evening is £25 per ticket, including a three course meal. The meal starts at 7pm, as Ronnie will appear at 9pm sharp. The event is limited to 55 guests only, so please get in touch with us to purchase your tickets.
Web Site : www.theploughhundon.co.uk Contact : info@theplouhghundon.co.uk on 01440 786789
Venue : The Plough Inn in Hundon.


Saturday 23rd October 2010


Friday 5th November 2010

7:30 PM - CLARE HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
James Davies will speak on the market traders in Clare, based on his work comparing the markets of Clare and Newmarket in the past
Contact : m.m.smith1@btinternet.com on 01787 277249
Venue : The Bell, Market Hill in Clare .


Saturday 6th November 2010

2:00 PM - CLARE & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Autum Flower and Produce Show. Entries invited, classes include vegetables, fruit, pot plants, cookery, preserves and home made wine. Classes for children to enter. This show has divisions for 'Late Exhibition Chrysanthemums'. New exhibitors are welcome for any of the classes. For more inforamtion about the shows or Horticultural Society please phone Olive Smith, Secretary on 01787 277082
Contact : 01787 277082
Venue : Clare Town Hall in clare.


Monday 8th November 2010


Tuesday 9th November 2010

2:00 PM - CLARE SEEKERS SOCIAL CLUB
Clare Seekers Social Club for the visually impaired November meeting with guest speaker. Anyone with a visual impairment living in Clare or the surrounding villages is very welcome to join this friendly social club. Transport to the club is provided. If you would like to know more about Clare Seekers please contact the coordinator Trudi Nicoll on 01440 785407.
Contact : pauline.broad1@btinternet.com on 01440 785840
Venue : Clare Old School Community Centre in Clare.


Sunday 21st November 2010

9:30 AM - ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES FAIR
The largest Antiques & Collectables fair in Clare, host to many of East Anglia’s finest dealers, offering: 17th 18th and 19th century oak, mahogany and pine furniture, 18th 19th and 20th century glass, 18th and 19th century clocks, Moorcroft pottery, Clarice Cliff, 18th and 19th century porcelain, Books, 20th century collectables, Gold, silver and a plethora of miscellanea
Contact : robinstone768@btinternet.com on 07990795570
Venue : Clare Town Hall in Clare.


Saturday 27th November 2010


Friday 3rd December 2010

7:30 PM - CLARE HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Bill Roberts 'Lost Country Houses of Suffolk'. Published in 2010, the book of the same title covers the stories of the 40 Suffolk country houses that disappeared during the 20th century, beginning with Acton Place, only 4 miles from Sudbury demolished in 1960.
Contact : m.m.smith1@btinternet.com on 01787 277249
Venue : The Bell, Market Hill in Clare.


Tuesday 14th December 2010

2:00 PM - CLARE SEEKERS SOCIAL CLUB
Clare Seekers Social Club for the visually impaired Christmas Party. Anyone with a visual impairment living in Clare or the surrounding villages is very welcome to join this friendly social club. Transport to the club is provided. If you would like to know more about Clare Seekers please contact the coordinator Trudi Nicoll on 01440 785407.
Contact : pauline.broad1@btinternet.com on 01440 785840
Venue : Clare Old School Community Centre in Clare.