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Halesworth & Southwold Community News October 2018 5 News form the Hoppa


we are still no wiser of the decision the Department for Transport will make regarding community transport, but we remain hopeful of a positive outcome. As soon as a decision is made we will make passengers aware. numbers on the bus seem to


be ever-decreasing as we find ourselves competing against other forms of transport in the area. we hope people will continue to use the Hoppa as


for many it is a lifeline and it will be a tragedy to see it disappear. where possible on our route, we come to your door. our drivers and bus buddies will also help with all your shopping both on and off the bus. we like to think the Hoppa provides a safe, friendly and helpful environment for all age groups. you have probably noticed


a few new drivers on your journeys. we welcome them on board but we are always


looking for new drivers and bus buddies to join our team. Remember the Hoppa is


for everyone. you can pick up timetables in the library, the Council offices and at HACT’s office at the station. If you need any more information please contact Julia at the office on 01986 875900. email


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hactbus.co.uk or visit our website www.hactbus.co.uk


Halesworth Ukulele Group play the main stage at Latitude Festival Site


HALeSwoRTH UKe3A Ukulele group rounded off their busy summer season this year by playing two sessions at the ever popular Henham Steam Rally. well received, and as ever beautifully attired. with some anticipation they now await the call to play again in the same place but perhaps next time as part of the Latitude Festival itself! A favourite of


Blyth Valley Parkinson’s Support Group


AT our September meeting we welcomed Matthew Major from Parkinson’s UK. He talked to us


Edgar Sewter Playschool,


Toddlers and Out of School/ Holiday Club


we have welcomed new children into our playschool and breakfast and after school club during September. Breakfast club (8am - 9am)


their audiences, they are told, is ‘All I Have to do is Dream’ as


sung by both UKe3A and the everly Brothers.


HALESWORTH ANTIQUES STREET MARKET


“we’Ve been coming to this part of Suffolk for ages but only discovered Halesworth this year because of the Antiques Market. we will definitely come here regularly now!” Just one of many visitor remarks made to the volunteers manning Halesworth Tourism Group’s Information stand at the street market. It’s so important to remember that this event isn’t just about buying and selling but plays a critical part in attracting visitors to Halesworth. The sort of visitors who return time and again, contributing to the town economy. This ‘visibility’ is ever more important. The event attracted the fullest complement of stallholders so far. The Thoroughfare, the old Print works and the Marketplace, were transformed into a fantastic smorgasbord of antiques and collectables. we were all dreading the forecast rain which, in the end, held off until the afternoon, but apart from packing up a tad earlier than usual, the rain made little difference to the day in terms of visitor enjoyment or trading. The event originated as a money-raiser for charity and so it has continued. Income derives from three sources: stallholder


fees, public


donations on the day and town business donations (shops, pubs and cafes). The organisers are delighted to acknowledge donations from several of the


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businesses that took advantage of the footfall including The white Hart, Focus organic, Halesworth Deli, Antimacassar and Anne Gray Antiques, and, with thanks for their special generosity, The Angel, the Boarding House Dining Rooms, Red eyed Dove, iChameleon, Just nice Things, Black Dog Antiques, Valerie’s Consignment Store, Huus and Half Moon House. Despite ‘bucket’ donations


being down, the event raised a healthy sum meaning that, after expenses of extensive print and digital advertising, printing, road signage and public liability insurance, £4000 has been passed to the eAAA (over 20% up on last year). As in past years, remaining funds are distributed


between several of the town’s non-profit organisations and charities including edgar Sewter School for provision of overflow parking and, also, in acknowledgment of parking facilities made available courtesy of Mike King, to a charity of his choice. As mentioned, volunteers


from the Halesworth Tourism Group manned a local information stand that proved extremely popular with both visitors and residents. Local organisations such as the Halesworth and District Museum, the Twinning Association and Friends of Halesworth Library successfully promoted their own activities so, all in all, an excellent day across the board.


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and after school club (3.15pm - 6pm) for children from 4 years, runs during term time, Monday – Friday. we are now taking bookings foroctober half term. Playschool is open everyday


(term time) for children from 2 years and we can offer 15 and 30 hours funded childcare places, subject to eligibility. we have some places available at present. Parent and toddler group is


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Hayley, Anthea, Yvonne, Laura, Amy, Kelly and Sonia


about his work in norfolk and Suffolk supporting those with the disease to find their way through applying for benefits and blue badges. He also told us about the work he does to help groups to get together to talk and self-manage the condition and the many other facets of his work supporting those with Parkinson’s. our next meeting will be


held on wednesday october 12th at 10am in the Garden Room at Patrick Stead Hospital when we have a speaker from the Hearing Dogs for the Deaf coming to talk to us.


HALESWORTH SCARECROW FESTIVAL 2018


AFTeR a long summer, we are sliding gently in to autumn, and that means one thing - the return of the Halesworth Scarecrow Festival and Treasure Trail at half-term. This year it will run from Saturday 20th october to Saturday 27th october. Last year saw an amazing cavalcade of scarecrows around the town – your creativity never ceases to astound us. So, please can we do it again this year? All monies raised from the Treasure Trail will go towards the Christmas lights, which cost over £8,000 a year to put on.


entries forms for the


Treasure Trail competition will cost £1 and be available from edwards Restaurant and Halesworth Library. This year the theme is well-known films. once again, the winner of the competition will have the chance to switch on the Halesworth Christmas Lights on Saturday 24th november, and there will be a cash prize for the winner and the runners- up.


Radio Suffolk has been a


great supporter of the event and we’re still hoping to attract a film crew to come along and see your amazing handiwork. If anyone has any contacts – please use your influence!


Wartime Melodies at Leiston Film Theatre


THe Love to sing Community Choir of Leiston and woodbridge are proud to you our musical production “wARTIMe Melodies”. Set against the backdrop of Leiston and London throughout world one and Two, we bring you many well-loved songs from both eras, from a Victorian style “old time Music Hall” at the newly opened Leiston Picture House during the first world war, to London’s glitzy west end nightclubs for the wealthy “Debs and Celebs” in the early 40’s. Stopping along the way


at the Garrett engineering works, London Underground, Leiston Railway Station and the engineers Arms, we hope to capture the imagination of our


MeTTInGHAM Village Hall Association will hold a Quiz night & Fish & Chip Supper on Friday 19th october, 7pm for 7.30pm at Mettingham Village


audience as we transport you back in time with music, song, dance, colourful costumes and special effects. with our tribute to those who


went to war and those who fought on the homefront, in Act one we will sing you through scenes starring The Garrett workers, Leiston Munitionettes, The Suffragettes, our “old Time Music Hall” Starlets and of course, the people of Leiston Town. Actone comes to a close at the end of the First world war with a poignant Roll of Honour remembering our fallen Heroes whose names appear on the Leistonwar Memorial at St Margaret’s Church. Act Two opens during the


London Blitz and features hit numbers by Glenn Miller and


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The Andrews Sisters as well as an audience sing-along underneath the arches of London Underground, before returning to Leiston to meet up with our very own “Grandad’s Army” in time for our Finale celebrating Victory in Japan. our production aims to


bring you musical of life on the homefront, woven together with events that took place throughout the war years. Buy your tickets now for performances at 3pm and 7pm on Saturday 24th november at Leiston Film Theatre. Tickets: £14.95, Concessions £12.50. Premier and cuddle seats available (surcharge applicable) by calling 01728 830549 or via the venue’s website at:www. leistonfilmtheatre.co.uk


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