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Blyth Valley in north-east Suffolk and occasionally also in the wider area. These events include those held in
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Flower Festival
– 16:00 on Saturday, 27th July 2024
Venue: St Peters Church, Holton, near Halesworth
IP19 8NGlink
Taking place on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th July. Theme for this year's display is 'Our favourite childhood stories'.
Venue: St Lawrences Church, South Cove, north of Southwold
NR34 7JD
Taking place Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th July 11am-5pm both days. Refreshments to include home-made cake and Ice Creams. Silent art auction, cards, jams, pickles and plants. All Welcome.
Model yacht sailing has been taking place in Southwold for over 100 years. A tremendously fun and absorbing activity which is very easy to get the hang of. All ages and abilities can join in. Anyone is welcome to come and have a go at sailing – we can even lend you a boat for the day (please book in advance) and show you what to do.
Today, a programme of regular races followed by the Pout Cup, for sailors 16 years and under, comprising a modified ‘point to point’ course in which each boat has to sail to each bank before returning to the start bank. Next Regatta 30th July.
Ticket Details: No club membership requirement. Small charge to pre-book a club boat to borrow for one regatta, or come and spectate.
Who to Contact: Phone: Hon.Secretary (summer only): 01502 724146 / Email: Commodore mikewells380@gmail.com
Venue: Walpole Old Chapel, Halesworth Road (B1117), Walpole
IP19 9AZlink
Come and visit this atmospheric Grade II* listed building, once a farmhouse but with a long history as a non-conformist meeting house, evidenced by its superb interior. There are toilet facilities. Limited car parking opposite the Chapel.
Venue: Thorington Theatre, off A12 south of Blythburgh
IP17 3RBlink
Presented by Tethered Wits who invite you to embark on a magical journey filled with fun, music, and heartwarming moments. Get ready to be transported to the enchanting world of Edith Nesbit's timeless masterpiece, "The Railway Children"! Meet the Waterbury children: Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis. They are ordinary children living in an ordinary house, until one day, a mysterious event changes their lives forever. They live near a bustling railway, where every passing locomotive brings new mysteries, friendships, and discoveries. Our young heroes find themselves in the midst of a true adventure... Suitable for all. Includes a 20 minute interval.
Ticket Details: General admission £18/Concession (Student and age 65+years) £15/Child aged 12 years and under £12/Family Ticket (Four Adults) £82/Family Ticket (Two Adults+Two Children) £54. See thoringtontheatre.co.uk/events/railway-children
EPP Opening Night Special, Black Tie Reception. Film : MAESTRO (15)
on Saturday, 27th July 2024
Organised by: Southwold Film Society (Reg.Charity 1080324)
Venue: Electric Picture Palace, Blackmill Road, Southwold
IP18 6AQlink
Doors open 7pm for 7:15pm start. To mark the opening night of the 2024 Summer Season tonight is for Life Members, with the possibility of extra tickets @ £15 being available. Bubbles and Nibbles.
Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan in the story of composer Leonard Bernstein told via his relationship with Felicia Montealegre Cohn. 2023. 129mins.
Southwold Film Society membership required @ £10 a year or £3 for a film season, contact Box Office for details and for bookings. All seats bookable in advance only, to SFS members and their guests. This Summer Season runs until August 31st. Tickets: Normally priced at Stalls £6 or £7/Circle £8/Royal Box £15. Evening includes Interval, Organ and National Anthem.
Ticket Details: See text. Southwold Film Society membership required @ £10 a year or £3 for a film season, contact Box Office for details and for bookings.
Jeeves & Wooster in Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves, at Thorington Theatre
– 21:30 on Saturday, 27th July 2024
Venue: Thorington Theatre, off A12 south of Blythburgh
IP17 3RBlink
By P.G.Wodehouse. Presented by Tethered Wits and featuring live jazz. Suitable for ages 5+years. Running time: 2 hours, including 20 minute interval. Enter the whimsical world of Bertie Wooster, an affable young gentleman with a penchant for getting himself entangled in the most outlandish predicaments. Thankfully, he has his razor-sharp valet, Jeeves, to rescue him from all sorts of mishaps with unmatched wit and extraordinary skill.
Bertie’s friend Stinker Pinker needs his help. But this means venturing back into the dreaded Totleigh Towers and facing misadventures, from ill-fated romances to comical escapades, all set against the backdrop of a world filled with eccentric aunts, quirky friends, and a host of unforgettable characters.