December 2014 ~ January 2015

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1 Badingham ECHO December 2014 ~ January 2015 STOP PRESS: Drop-in Evening for Defibrillator Info - see board outside the Village Hall for details 1

2 BADINGHAM DIARY Village Quiz Tue 2nd December White Horse 8pm Maypole Wed 10th December Christmas Meal Village Supper Tue 16th December White Horse 7.30pm Christmas Draw Fri 19th December White Horse 8pm Christingle Service Sun 21st December Church 10am Carols & Music Tue 23rd December White Horse 6pm Crib Service Wed 24th December Church 4pm New Year s Eve Party Wed 31st December Village Hall- ticket only Village Quiz Tue 6th January White Horse 8pm Maypole Wed 14th January Village Hall 8pm Enterprise Badingham Mon 19th January White Horse 12.30pm Village Supper Tue 20th January White Horse 7.30pm WI Thu 22nd January Village Hall 7.30pm Village Quiz Tue 3rd February White Horse 8pm I m always grateful for your contributions: stories, memories and cover pictures. So, please start scribbling! Remember, I can only print what I am sent so if you need help, ideas or publicity for an event don t forget to let me know. The copy deadline for the next Echo is: 15th January Please send news, articles etc to: Tish King T: Weekdays after 6.30pm BadinghamEcho@gmail.com 2

3 Notes from the Editor As we close another year of the Echo I would like to express a warm welcome to all new residents of Badingham which, I m pleased to announce, includes my baby nephew Thomas. He s the sixth generation of the King family to live in Badingham - we re almost locals now! Badingham is a fantastic place to live - the groups in the village would love for more people to be involved. Just a few hours of your time can make a huge difference. There, that s an easy New Year s Resolution for you! Wishing everyone a Happy and Healthy 2015, Tish Latest Village News & Events Check for updates on All the latest news will be posted here Don t forget to tell Carl when you have news or events that you need to publicise: editor@badingham.org.uk ** Please see the Upper Alde Link for full details of Christmas services across the benefice ** The ECHO is produced for the villagers of Badingham by the Badingham Community Council Registered Charity No The Editor s decision on whether or where to place material is final. While every effort is made to check information published, the BCC does not endorse the accuracy or reliability of any article or advert within the magazine. E.O.E. 3

4 THE WHITE BADINGHAM Firstly apologies that it s been six months and we are only now doing a piece for the Echo. This however is excusable, as our little feet have not touched the ground. The support for the pub has been tremendous and has far exceeded our expectations. So a huge thank you to all for your support. We have been so lucky with our team and they have worked extremely hard, so a big thank you to them as well. Over the last six months we have seen a huge success with our Tuesday nights. We would also like to thank everyone for their support for the funds raised during the village fete, with 200 being donated to the Macmillan Cancer Support fund by our local village band The Mojo Mechanics and the Occasionals and I m sure we all agree their performance was outstanding. Also, for their monthly performance at the pub, they will be donating 150 to the Village Hall fund. The monthly Quiz is also raising money for various charities and finally the meat draw raised 100 for the Bowls Club refurbishments. To help keep the momentum going, we have put together a little list of forthcoming events for December. Tuesday 2 nd December Village Quiz - 20:00 to 22:00 Donations to Badingham Playschool 9 th December All you can eat Indian buffet for :30 16 th December Village Supper 2-course meal for 8.25 Friday 19 th December Christmas Draw 20:00 All proceeds will be donated to Badingham Village Hall fund and the Bowls Club - All draw prices will be greatly received Tuesday 23 rd December Carol 6pm with mince pies, mulled wine & porter (supported by Earl Soham Brewery) to be continued with Christmas songs from The Mojo Mechanics & the Occasionals 4

5 Christmas & New Year Opening Times Christmas Eve Drinks 17:00 to 23:00 Food 18:00 to 20:30 Full Menu Christmas Day Drinks 12:00 to 14:00 Food 13:00 to 17:00 Pre-booked menu Boxing Day Drinks 12:00 16:00 Food :00 Full Menu New Years Eve Drinks 11:30 15:00 Food - 12:00 14:00 Drinks 17:00 21:00 Village Hall 21:00-00:30 tickets only Food - 18:00 Pre-booked menu New Years Day Drinks 12:00 16:00 Food - 12:00 15:00 Full Menu Christmas menu available from 1 st December to 23 rd December we can cater for parties up to 42 covers Again, thank you to all who have and who are supporting the pub and everyone who has helped us along the way. We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, Lisa & Mark Tel: See page 21 for Regular Events at the White Horse 5

6 BADINGHAM Let s have the good new first! The long awaited defibrillator was finally installed on Saturday 15 th November and commissioned the following Tuesday. It is exactly two years since Jill Pickford suggested the BCC might like to purchase this potentially life-saving piece of equipment. Her idea was immediately acted upon but at times progress was very slow. The BCC needed to jump through many hoops but finally we are there. The machine has kindly been provided by the East of England Co-op but the BCC will pay for the installation and upkeep. As well as the defibrilator work new distribution boards have been installed so the Village Hall wiring meets present regulations. Thanks must go to Gerry Newman for all his correspondence, representing the BCC at meetings and giving up his time to give access at the Village Hall. Thank you so much Gerry. Unfortunately, the BCC have had to pay a higher premium for the installation work to be carried out on a Saturday. We felt it was important to act as soon as possible rather than wait until nearer the end of the year for the hall to be free on a week day. We are planning a Drop-in Evening, attended by a member of the Ambulance Service, to answer your questions about the defibrillator. Please come along to the Village Hall (see the board outside for time and date). The machine is simple and safe to use and gives clear spoken instructions. Although you don t need training to use one, come along to see how it works it could be you who may need it. Our AGM was held on Thursday Nov 6 th and how disappointing it was that only one member of the public came to show their support. As a committee we do our best to create a sense of community for Badingham but some events this year have not been well attended. While there was a marvellous crowd at the Fete only a few children came to the Easter Egg Hunt perhaps by bringing the time forward by an hour next year we can better fit with your plans? While great fun was had by those who gathered for the Village Picnic, it was disappointing that 30 people who had put their name down for the free tickets did not turn up on the day. At 6.50 per head, that meant the BCC spent 200 unnecessarily. Thank you to the people who did attend your word was your bond. Again, the faithful few turned out for the Coffee Morning in October. Thanks to Josie and Veronica who baked for England. We have some fresh ideas for 2015 but will need your involvement and commitment. The BCC are a great group working for the good of the village but we will have second thoughts about continuing without your support at events. 6

7 A huge thank you to Tish who produces the Echo so well, adding little snippets of her own that are interesting and may otherwise go unreported. Thank you too to all the Echo distributors your support is greatly appreciated. Susan and Colin Robinson have kindly delivered the Echo for a good number of years - our thanks to Joyce Probert who has agreed to take on their round. The BCC would like to wish all residents a Happy Christmas and a healthy, successful New Year. Pauline Skevington, Chairman BCC LITTLE ERNIE 50/50 DRAW Thank you all for supporting us during the year. So we re ready to start a new year of our Little Ernie 50/50 Draw on 1st April, please ensure that your Membership Form is completed and returned to the Treasurer as soon as possible: Gerry Newman, Priory Cottage, Laxfield Road, Badingham, IP13 8LR Best Wishes for Christmas and Good Luck for the New Year. Sonja Russell, President BCC Wednesday December 24th Christmas Eve Badingham Church - 4pm We will hold our annual CRIB SERVICE followed by drinks and mince pies If you or someone you know would like to dress up and help to tell the Christmas story with carols and readings, or if you would like to read, play an instrument or sing, please let us know - Ann or Carol Whether you want to do something or just be there, do join us if you can for this very special service when we take a little while out of all the business to remember what Christmas is all about Everyone is very welcome 7

8 Family Christingle Service Join us at our Christingle Service at Badingham Church at 10am on Sunday 21st December There will be a chance to make your own Christingle during the service. Badingham Bowls Club What a wonderful season we have had. After uncertain times for so long, we now have a good future with Lisa and Mark at the White Horse Inn, who have supported us so well. The weather this year was superb for outdoor bowls and we took advantage of this and won our division in the Woodbridge League and finished in the middle of two Saxmundham Leagues. We had the pleasure of hosting a friendly charity game for the Vice Presidents Association and this made up the final amount for the purchase of books for blind children. Unusually, rain stopped play but we all enjoyed the afternoon. The only blot on the landscape has been a leaky clubhouse roof. An application was made to the Adnams Charity for a grant for materials to repair the roof and this has been successful, which is just the best news and we are very grateful to the charity for granting this to the club. Thank you to all our members for such a happy season and more thanks to Ray Dearing who runs the club and maintains the green. If anyone in the village would like to try out the game please let me know in April/May and I can arrange a 'try before you buy' session. Lola Reeman 8

9 The Nursery School at Badingham Village Hall, IP13 8JS Providing Quality, Affordable Day Care for children aged 3 months to 5 years Open every day, Monday to Friday Offering flexible hours between 8.30am pm We accept grant funding for 2, 3 & 4 year olds Holiday Clubs available For more information about Holiday Clubs or for your child to join Playschool please contact Michele on / m.cole9@btconnect.com BADINGHAM STAY & PLAY Parent and Toddler Group at Badingham Village Hall Tuesdays 10am til 11.30am term times 2 a family to include craft activities, music and snack BADINGHAM CHURCH FAMILY SERVICES Family services take place in Badingham Church on the 3rd Sunday of each month at 10am, lasting about 30 mins and followed by tea, coffee and biscuits. The services are very child-friendly and we hope carry a message for us all. Do join us if you can - everyone is very welcome. 9

10 Tables of up to six people ( 2 per person) Proceeds to local organisations December 2nd - Badingham Playschool January 6th E.A.C.H. February 3rd - East Anglian Air Ambulance 10

11 The Maypole Club We always welcome new members and visitors to our meetings on every second Wednesday in the month. The Maypole Club had to cancel the meeting in September due to a power cut but in October we had a great time learning and tasting wines from Italy with the excellent help of two of the Badingham Wine Circle members. We held an AGM in November with Mandy and Gillian volunteering to another year for their sins!! We are having our Christmas meal at our excellent pub, The White Horse - loosen the waist bands!! We start in the New Year with a musical quiz to which any ladies are welcome to attend and put their brains together to beat last years winners Helen, Karen and Linda! See you all in you will be most welcome! Mandy Gillian Saint John The Baptist Church, Badingham The weather has changed and Winter seems to be upon us, hopefully lawn mowers can be put away for a little while. It seems and appropriate time to say a huge thank you to the band of volunteers who keep our church yard looking so pristine all through the growing season. They work very hard and all their efforts are much appreciated by the PCC and everyone who uses the churchyard. While thanking those who look after our churchyard it is a good time to also say a big thank you to everyone who helps to keep our church clean and those who do the flowers on a regular basis throughout the year. Visitors often comment that it is obvious that our village church is well cared for and without you all this would not be so. Victor Warne & Bob Foster (Church Wardens) on behalf of Badingham PCC 11

12 BADINGHAM NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH Sonja Russell, Head Co-Ordinator Tel: With Christmas coming please make sure all the goodies you have bought are put well-out-of-sight when you get home. Don t leave your packages lying around, we all want you to have a good Christmas! Suffolk Coastal Crimes Badingham - New Lea - overnight 20 / 21 August. Tyre punctured of vehicle parked in driveway. Cretingham Otley Road, 20 September,12am am. Straw bales set alight. If you have info call PC Nathan Rose of Halesworth Police on 101 or Crimestoppers LE/14/1025 Blythburgh - Dunwich Road, September. Vehicle tyres slashed outside property. Darsham - High Street - 20 September 11am - 5pm. Break-in to locked vehicle - electric guitar and small amount of loose change stolen Walpole - Halesworth Road - 22 September, 12pm. Bogus electrician gained entry to a home then demanded a down payment on a new combi-boiler. Description: white, slightly tanned, aged 30 40, stocky build, 5' 7", short black hair, spikey on top, wearing black trousers and jacket, driving a white Renault Megane. If you recognise the man please phone DC Sheryl Balls at Woodbridge CID on 101 quoting ref LE/14/1034 Walpole - Halesworth Road - 21 October 7.25pm. Attempted robbery. Driver flagged down by a blonde woman but when he stopped to assist a short, dark man grabbed his arm and demanded his wallet. They were driving a dark VW Golf. Please phone DC Sheryl Balls at Woodbridge CID on 101 quoting ref LE/14/1135 Grundisburgh 8/9 October. Archery equipment stolen from a village storage unit. If anyone tries to sell the items, call PC Ian Grimsey on 101 quoting WO/14/

13 Chillesford - Brick Kiln Road 21/23 October. Workshop burgled. Stolen tools include hand tools in a shipwright s wooden tool box, biscuit jointers, saws, disc cutters, planes, routers, chisels and sanders were taken. If anyone sees these at a car boot etc contact 101 ref WO/14/1250. Sky Lanterns There is growing concern about the potential hazard posed to wildlife and property by use of lanterns and helium-filled latex balloons. Many countries have already banned the use of lanterns, described as flying bonfires. As lanterns contain a naked flame, there is a serious fire risk but there are reports of littering on land and sea, injury to farm animals and wildlife who have either been caught in or eaten the remnants and worries about risks to aviation. Mobile Phones There has been a big increase in the number of crashes in Suffolk involving people using mobile and hand free phones whilst driving. Police believe the 60 fine is far too lenient as many drivers, cyclists and pedestrians have suffered serious injury through the loss of control of vehicles. Owing to the number of fatal road collisions involving mobile phones, there is growing pressure to increase the fine for using a mobile while driving to Badingham Have you seen a blue Ford Fiesta reg W558 VTW and a blue Ford Transit reg Y96 VJW with a high roof label taken off sunlight driven by 2 swarthy men. If anyone sees these vehicles, please contact Police 101 and myself. Mail Box Fraudsters - Police are warning people living in communal properties to be alert to criminals stealing mail to commit fraud. It follows a number of cases where mail has been stolen from postal boxes and then used to open personal bank and business accounts. T/Detective Superintendent Mark Afford said "the most basic fraud is simple theft of mail relating to financial products, such as credit cards, bank details, however, we believe in these latest cases fraudsters are assuming the identities of residents living at addresses and using their mail boxes as mail drops. To report any cases of fraud call Action Fraud on WARNING - Please lock up and make sure these items are safe: mopeds, motorbikes and bicycles. The Coordinators and myself with you all a happy safe Christmas and New Year. Sonja 13

14 CARL BUCKINGHAM GENERAL BUILDER / PROPERTY MAINTENANCE ANY JOB BIG OR SMALL GIVE ME A CALL 28 years experience Tel: Mob: loucarl@tiscali.co.uk Flybird Installations Supply and installation of quality fly screen windows and doors Contemporary sun shading for patios, creating extra outdoor living space Visit our website to download the e-brochure Contact : Chris Spark chris@fbiltd.co.uk Tel : if you are in need of some time out, have any aches or pains or just need pampering... Holistic Massage Back Massage - Hot Stone Therapy Reflexology - Body Scrubs & Wraps Massage is beneficial for aches, pains, tension, stress, headaches, relaxation, general well-being and so much more... Relax and Unwind Cosy & Comfortable Treatment Room - Fully Qualified & Insured Take some time out and look after yourself Contact: (Brundish) or Fiona@fp-therapies.co.uk 14

15 Wanted: CARAVAN STORAGE Please call Fancy a game of whist? If enough people are interested, Rita will organise a whist evening to raise money for charity. Rosemary has offered to teach any newbies to the game. Whist: the 18th century ancestor to many trick-taking card games such as Bridge or Hearts. Call Rita on D.I.Y. DELIVERY YARD on Farm BADINGHAM 4 Stables, Covered Yard, Grazing Water & Electricity ENQUIRIES:

16 Enterprise Badingham We re looking for any villagers who may like to get involved in the planning of the next Badingham Community Market. Our next planning meeting is Monday 19th January at in the Badingham White Horse. If you can't make the meeting but would still like to be involved please ring Tanya on Also, anyone wishing to have a stall at the Market please also ring. The Market is booked for Saturday 26th September Tuesday Teas start again in March - more in next Echo Recipe of the Month - Orange Cake Take 3 oranges and place whole in a saucepan. Cover in water and bring to the boil. Put a lid on and turn down to simmer for 2 hours. Then drain and leave to one side. Oven 180 C and grease a 24cm loaf tin. When oranges are cool, cut in half and remove and discard the seeds. Place the cooled oranges in a food processor and process until finely chopped. Weigh out 450g of the pulp and discard the excess. Return this amount into the processor and add 300g of ground almonds, 300g of caster sugar, 7 eggs, 2 tsp of baking powder, 1 tsp of ground cinnamon, 1 tsp of ground ginger and process again until well mixed. Pour batter into tin and put in oven for 1 hour or until cake is set. Remove from oven and allow to cool before removing from tin. Serve with ice cream as a pudding or sprinkle with icing sugar for afternoon tea. 16

17 PRIVATE CARER Available for occasional or regular care of the elderly /disabled Local Trained to NVQ2 Contact Sophie Mobile Hairdresser Qualified hairdresser using professional products in the comfort of your own home To book an appointment please phone: Haircuts from 10 Shampoo and Blowdry or Set from 10 Colours on consultation Perms from 50 Hair up from 15 Advertising Rate Card Thanks to all our advertisers who support the Echo s printing costs. Annual costs (6 issues): Full page advert: Half page advert: Smaller adverts: 7.50 Each year 6 issues of the Echo are delivered by hand to every household in Badingham and to members of the Community Council who live close by Contact the Editor if you would like to advertise your business or service If you live in Badingham and have unwanted items to sell, these will be included free of charge 17

18 BADINGHAM NATURE DIARY Paul Collins shares his noteworthy nature sightings Unless otherwise noted, all were seen at Pollards: 7 Sept Grass snake (small) By the old Post Office sadly a bit flattened 9 Sept Fox Taking Worcester apples from under tree in broad daylight 10 Sept Kingfisher 14 Sept Spotted flycatcher Two birds, last of the summer 15 Sept Common redstart First one at Pollards 22 Sept Painted lady Last of the summer 6 Oct Golden plover Old Mill House, High Road First of the winter 11 Oct Solitary wasp Unknown species mainly black with broad white band on antennae and white mark at end of abdomen Hedgehog 20 Oct Another hedgehog Curled up asleep under pile of leaves in brambles 24 Oct Boletus fungus As big as a dinner plate, Bruisyard Road 30 Oct Redwing About a dozen, first of winter 31 Oct Willow emerald damselfly Last of the summer? 18

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20 Mik & Gill Bedson Chapel Farm Produce High Road, Badingham, IP13 8LY At Chapel Farm we rear rare breed pigs, sheep and goats; primarily for our own consumption but we always have surplus for sale. So why not try our fantastic joints, chops, sausages or bacon? We can provide half or whole animals to order as well Just call Mik or Gill on or just pop round! Susan Hampshire Travel is rebranding. In the meantime, call Sally on to discuss your cruise holidays plans Kindlewood Firewood & Kindling Suppliers Phil Lee Free delivery within 20 miles of Framlingham 20

21 The White Horse at Badingham Themed Tuesday nights continue as follows: First Tuesday each month Village Quiz Second Tuesday each month All-you-can-eat Buffet 8.50 per person from 19:00 to 21:30. Themes change monthly Third Tuesday each month Village Supper Meet newcomers and chat with old friends over a two-course supper, for 8.25 per head. Starting from 19:30 Fourth Tuesday each month Music Night with The Mojo Mechanics & The Occasionals Call for bookings Small group (max size of 4) and one to one YOGA CLASSES in Badingham For more information or to book a place please contact Tabitha on: (01728) tabithaevans@ranworthwalk.freeserve.co.uk 21

22 TW Tree & Gardening Services All Aspects of Tree Surgery plus * Hedges Trimmed * * Rough Areas Strimmed * * Garden Rubbish Cleared * DG Carpentry & Joinery Daniel Grimwood Contact: Tel: or Brundish Training Centre Courses for ipads, tablets and computers Lessons available for all levels of ability New courses starting regularly For more information please contact: t (please leave a message if we are out) e. admin@brundishtrainingcentre.co.uk 22

23 Robert Harvey Weed Control & Garden Maintenance Call self-catering holiday cottage sleeps 2-4 Phone Margaret on LESTER MAYES Carpet and upholstery cleaning Friendly, local service Carpet and Fabric Protectors Applied Moth Treatments Available Mobile: Gavin Read GENERAL BUILDER / PAINTER & DECORATOR Honest & Reliable Call or me for a quote Tel: Mob: gav_read@hotmail.co.uk 23

24 REGULAR VILLAGE EVENTS 3rd Monday each month Call Edward Call Lola rd Sunday each month Badingham Church 10am Tuesdays Approx. 11am Low Street 1st Thursday each month Call for venue nd Wednesday of month Village Hall 8pm Alternate Tuesdays Approx 10.30am Village Hall Mon, Wed, Thu & Fri Village Hall - see advert 1st Tuesday of month White Horse 8pm Tuesdays Village Hall 10 to 11.30am 3rd Tuesday each month White Horse 7.30pm 4th Thursday each month Village Hall 7.30pm BADINGHAM VILLAGE HALL To hire the village hall please contact: Michelle Cole m.cole9@btinternet.com Village Residents Others Main Hall 6 per hour 8 per hour Committee Room 5 per hour 6 per hour Both Rooms 8 per hour 9 per hour Day Rate 60 per day 70 per day All cancellations must be made a week ahead of the booking to avoid charges Table, chairs and crockery are available for separate hire Contact Sonja Please could ALL organisations and ALL private hirers wash up all kitchen items used and put them away properly in the correct places to make sure they are clean and dry, ready for the next person. Similarly, put away tables and chairs so the hall is clear for its next use. All bookings for the above MUST come to me so that I can make sure the items are free for use. No last minute calls if you can avoid it - otherwise bookings get in a muddle. Thank You, Sonja 24

25 Dr Dan Poulter MP Member of Parliament for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich It is now 100 years since the start of the 1st World War, and many of us will have parents, grandparents and friends who have made the brave decision to serve in our armed forces. In Suffolk, we are immensely proud of our own Royal Anglian Regiment. In my role as Government Veterans Health Minister, I have worked hard to ensure that veterans and their families receive the care and support they deserve, and am pleased to have directed over 22 million of funding to improve both the physical and mental healthcare of veterans. As a result, there are now 9 new veterans specialist prosthetic centres, making it possible for all armed services veterans who have lost limbs to have access to the highest quality prosthetic services and care. Veterans in Suffolk who have lost limbs are now receiving first rate prosthetic services at Addenbrooke s Hospital in Cambridge. But improving healthcare services for armed forces veterans is not just about improving physical health; a condition such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may not be as visible as an amputation, but it can cause just as much distress. Our brave ex-servicemen and women are now being served by more mental health professionals than ever before, with 10 new specialist veterans mental health teams firmly established across England. The Government has also funded access for veterans and Armed Forces families to a 24 hour veteran s mental health hotline, and the charity Combat Stress is being supported to provide acute PTSD services and care for our veterans. Getting the transition between military and civilian life right is so very important, and to make sure we properly support newly discharged soldiers, we have established the Veterans Information Service, which contacts veterans a year after they have left the Armed Forces and tells them where to go to get help and support should they need it. GPs also play an important role as they are in the right place to identify the special health needs of our Armed Forces community, and very soon there will be a specialist GP in every local healthcare area including Suffolk who understands the physical and mental health needs of our brave veterans. If you know an armed forces veteran or their family that need additional care and support please get in touch with me and I will do all I can to help. For more information please visit 25

26 MOAT FARM KENNELS LITTLE GLEMHAM IP13 0BB Four double interior kennels with runs ( and heat lamps ) Dogs taken for 3 good walks per day References available Call Sara on or Doris Dearing Do you need help with catering for a small party? I can supply cakes, sandwiches sweet & savoury pastries cup cakes celebration cakes Or, help you get ready on the day For more details ( If no reply, leave a message & I will get back to you WATERLESS CAR CLEANING (Cars & Caravans) Visiting Valet Ron Parker will clean, seal, polish and protect your vehicle s bodywork using the worlds most advanced car cleaning system NO WATER! NO MESS! and now with Carnauba Wax You may purchase the product for your own use Free demonstration - try before you buy! Avalon Auto Care

27 BELL RINGING The Bell Ringers meet for practice every Thursday evening at 7.30pm at Badingham or Dennington church and would welcome new members. Just turn up (Badingham on odd-numbered Thursdays) or give us a call Mike Bostock Smith Ole Jenson Parent and Toddlers Group Every Thursday at Dennington Primary School 9:15-11:00 Cost 1.50 (includes Refreshments) Come and join the fun! DO YOU ENJOY BOOKS & READING? Badingham Book Club meet every third Monday at each others houses at 3pm Call Edward or Caroline on if you would like to come along Badingham Church Bring & Buy Books All welcome to borrow or buy for a small donation Money raised in aid of local charities and the up-keep of our church Horse manure For you vegetable plot NOW it's free if you take a bag or two LINDSAY Donations to East Anglian Air Ambulance (eaaa.org.uk) or Freedom Charity (freedomcharity.org.uk) Suffolk Links Loes Our local demand responsive transport operates in the area bounded by Yoxford, Earl Soham, Hacheston and Saxmundham, between the hours of 07:00 and 19:00 Monday to Saturday. Call between 08:15 and 16:00 (Monday to Friday) up to seven days in advance to book your journey. Journeys can be to anywhere in the served area and can connect with other public transport, e.g. 'buses in Framlingham to Woodbridge and Ipswich or trains at Saxmundham to Lowestoft or Ipswich. 27

28 Give a Classic Car for Christmas! Morgan 4/ Triumph Stag Jaguar XJS MGB Roadster Jaguar XK8 Hire an iconic Classic Sports Car and make your loved one's dreams come true with the ultimate Christmas gift Prices from 135 a day To buy a Gift Voucher contact Big Sky Classic Car Hire info@bigskyclassiccarhire.co.uk Heveningham Hall Christmas Market Sunday 7th December, 10 to 1 Santa s Grotto, Christmas Stalls, Book Stalls, Tombola, Raffle, Turkeys, Christmas Trees, Cakes, Refreshments and Mulled Wine Christmas in Framlingham Friday 12th December - Late night shopping from 6 9 pm plus stalls, entertainments and Santa arriving by horse and carriage Cratfield by Candlelight - Christmas Fayre Saturday 13th December, 2 to 5pm at St Mary s Church Crafts, Christmas Presents, Book Stall, Prize Draws for Turkey & Beef Rendham celebrates the Winter Solstice Sunday 21st December ~ From 6.45pm Festive Mummers play at 7.30pm, followed by torchlight procession to Rendham White Horse 28

29 Get behind the wheel of your favourite classic car Setting up a classic car hire business gave a local enthusiast the opportunity to pursue his lifelong interest and passion for classic cars not to mention the perfect excuse to own a Morgan! Big Sky Classic Car Hire, based in Badingham, was set up in Spring 2013 by Chris Neill and offers a range of British classic soft-top 2 or 4-seater cars including a Morgan, Triumph Stag, MGB and Jag XK8 for hire for just a day, two days or longer. Chris said, "It beats my previous daily London commute to work and the great thing, apart from the fact I get to tinker with the cars, is that I'm dealing with happy people. It's so rewarding to see the smiles of anticipation and excitement when people pick up their car and then hear their enthusiastic tales when they return." "Most of our hires are with local people who surprise their loved ones for their birthday, anniversary or celebrate a special occasion. Or sometimes it's someone yearning for the nostalgia of the classic sports car they owned when they were young. Check out our TripAdvisor page to read some great reviews." "Our cars are also very popular for weddings, particularly the Morgan which is such a stunner. Hired on a self-drive basis, I often think it's just an excuse for the groom or the bride's dad to drive a nice car!" Car Hire Vouchers are the perfect Christmas Gift and are valid for one year. Fully inclusive prices start from as little as 135 for a day in a fabulous MGB. Contact Big Sky Classic Car Hire on info@bigskyclassiccarhire.co.uk Badingham Church Coffee Morning Many thanks to everyone who helped in any way with our Christmas Coffee Morning and Sale. The various stalls, games and raffles all looked bright and festive and the aroma of coffee and bacon rolls could be smelt along the road. Thank you too if you came along on the morning to support us. 538 was raised to help support our church of which 10% will be sent to The Ipswich Night Shelter Scheme. Ann Foster 29

30 LOCAL TRANSPORT Service 118 Eye, Stradbroke, Laxfield, Framlingham, Ipswich Monday Friday (Schooldays only) Stradbroke 07:28 Ipswich, OCM 17:15 Laxfield 07:36 Otley College 17:35 Pound Corner 07:42 Framlingham, White Horse 17:59 Badingham, White Horse 07:45 Badingham, White Horse 18:10 Framlingham, Bridge Street 07:55 Pound Corner 18:13 Otley College 08:19 Ipswich, OCM 08:43 Service 482 Framlingham, Diss Monday Friday Ipswich, Old Cattle Market (service 118) 13:45 Framlingham, White Horse 10:20 14:50 17:40 Badingham, White Horse 10:30 15:00 17:50 Pound Corner 10:33 15:03 17:53 Laxfield 10:40 15:10 18:00 Stradbroke 10:51 15:21 18:11 Eye 11:10 15:49 18:30 Diss 11:35 15:55 18:45 Diss 09:10 13:30 16:30 Eye 09:25 13:55 16:45 Stradbroke 09:44 14:14 17:04 Laxfield 09:55 14:25 17:15 Pound Corner 10:02 14:32 17:22 Badingham, White Horse 10:05 14:35 17:25 Framlingham, Bridge Street 10:15 14:45 17:35 Ipswich, OCM (service 118) 11:23 Service 121 Stradbroke, Woodbridge, Ipswich First and Third Tuesday of the Month Sch No Sch Stradbroke 09:20 Ipswich, OCM 13:40 14:10 Laxfield 09:30 Woodbridge, Turban Ctr 14:07 14:37 Badingham, Church 09:39 Melton 14:12 14:42 Badingham, White Horse 09:40 Sweffling 14:58 15:28 Sweffling 09:59 Badingham, White Horse 15:03 15:30 Melton 10:25 Badingham, Church 15:03 15:30 Woodbridge, Turban Centre 10:30 Laxfield 15:08 15:33 Ipswich, OCM 11:03 Stradbroke 15:18 15:48 Suffolk Link Loes Our local demand responsive transport operates in the area bounded by Yoxford, Earl Soham, Hacheston and Saxmundham, between the hours of 07:00 and 19:00 Monday to Saturday.To book your journey call between 08:15 and 16:00 (Monday to Friday) up to 7 days in advance. Journeys can be to anywhere in the served area and can connect with other public transport eg buses in Framlingham to Woodbridge and Ipswich or trains at Saxmundham to Lowestoft or Ipswich. 30

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32 BADINGHAM DIRECTORY Emergency Services Use your grid reference if possible Dial 999 POLICE - Framlingham Fire Station, Saxmundham Road Dial 101 Staffed by volunteers on Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri 9am - 1pm DOCTOR Pembroke Road, Framlingham DENTIST Framlingham Dental Surgery VET - Castle Vet Group Pepperwash Lane, Framlingham VET- Framlingham Vets Station Road, Framlingham Neighbourhood Watch Sonja Russell Play School Michele Cole Primary School Dennington High School Thomas Mills, Framlingham Church Revd Jonathon Olanczuk Library Bridge Street, Framlingham White Horse Pub Lisa & Mark Groceries Emmetts, Peasenhall Window Cleaner Ed Parker Milk Dairy Crest Newspapers Patricks of Framlingham DIY Materials Framlingham DIY Taxi Service Country Cars Fresh Fish Van Spencer Wightman Parish Council Sue Piggott Parish Recorder Victor Warne Community Council Pauline Skevington Enterprise Badingham Tanya Newton Maypole Mandy Scales Womens Institute Joan Overett Badingham Echo Tish King Country Cars Your Local Friendly Service Call us now for Shopping - Stations Airports Lakeside - Ipswich Don t drink & drive call Country Cars 32 BED & BREAKFAST COLSTON HALL Badingham en-suite, TV lounge, wholesome farmhouse breakfasts, ground floor rooms - plus self catering holiday cottage