Fri 2nd Apr – Sat 3rd Aprl
Easter Egg Trail, Dunwich Heath, 10am - 3pm, follow the trail, find the clues, solve the puzzle. Trail leaflet available from the Shop, Cost £1.50.
Fri 2nd Apr – Mon 5th Apr
Aztec Spring Garden Show, Trinity Park, Ipswich
Easter Trail, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, 10.30am – 5pm, A family favourite, find the clues, solve the puzzles and enjoy a yummy chocolate egg. Sponsored by Cadbury, £2, plus normal admission.
Natural History Photographic Exhibition, Redgrave & Lopham Fen, suggested donation £1
Easter Events at Jimmy's Farm Wherstead including Easter Egg Hunt
Craft Fair, Jubilee Hall, Aldeburgh, 10.30am – 4.30pm
Fun Fair, Undercliff Road West, Felixstowe, opposite the pier.
Fri 2nd April
Easter Bunny Day, Ickworth House, Park and Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, 11am - 4pm, Follow bunny trails, meet a rabbit and have a go at new Easter crafts. Recommended ages 4 to 11. Child £3.50, accompanying adults free. No booking . Info on 01284 735129. Park admission applies.
Good Friday Open Air Service, The Triangle, Felixstowe 11.15am
Sat 3rd Apr
Easter Egg Hunt, Elmhurst Park, Woodbridge, 10.30am, Free event
Easter Event, The Terrace, Holywells Park, Ipswich, 11am - 2pm, Family Fun Event, event is free but donations for refreshments
Easter Cruise, Orwell River Cruises, departing from Orwell Quay, 2pm, Tickets available from Ipswich TIC 01473 258070
Virtual Egg Hunt, Landguard Fort, View Point Road, Felixstowe, from 10am onwards. Family activity. Easter Egg prizes for first 100 children under 12 taking part, 07749695523
Vintage & Contemporary Market, The Market Hill, Woodbridge, 9.30am – 4pm, Free Entry
Sun 4th Apr – Mon 5th Apr
Easter Egg Trail, Ickworth House, Park and Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, 11am-3pm, Join an Easter Trail to find your Easter treat. Sponsored by Cadbury. Child £3.50, accompanying adults free, Information on 01284 736127, Park admission applies.
Easter Egg Trail, Melford Hall, Long Melford, 1.30pm – 5pm, Can you find the Easter eggs hidden in Melford Hall garden? Complete the story by finding the hidden eggs and claim your chocolate prize. Sponsored by Cadbury. Garden Admission. Trail £1.50 per child.
Easter for Children, Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum, Brockford Station 01449 766899 – www.mslr.org.uk
Sun 4th Apr
The Great Egg Hunt, Dunwich Heath, 11am - 3pm, Enjoy family activities in the Heath Barn Field Study Centre and follow trails onto the heath to claim a chocolate prize. Competitions and crafts too, Tickets £5 per child.
Falconry, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, 11am – 4pm, Using falcons is an ancient hunting method practiced by the Anglo Saxons, so visit to day and let the skilled handlers of the Warren Hill Raptor Project demonstrate the potential of these majestic birds. Normal admission. (Two displays during this period)
Easter Egg Hunt, Redgrave & Lopham Fen, self-guided, £1
Easter Bike Show, The Railway, Foxhall Road, Ipswich
Mon 5th Apr – Sun 11th Apr
Easter Egg Trail, Dunwich Heath, 10am – 3pm, Follow the trail, find the clues, solve the puzzle. Trail leaflet available from the Shop, Cost £1.50.
Mon 5th Apr
Archery, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, 11am – 4pm, Enjoy the chance to shoot an arrow and learn more about this ancient fighting and hunting method. Normal admission and £1 per 6 shots.Antiques & Collectors Fair, Community Hall, Woodbridge, 10am – 4pm, admission 70p
Easter Cruise, Orwell River Cruises, departing from Orwell Quay, 2pm, Tickets available from Ipswich TIC 01473 258070
Wed 7th Apr – Sat 10th Apr
Ipswich Gang Show present Oh! What A Night, Great School Theatre, Ivry St, Ipswich 01473 657082, www.ipswichgangshow.org.uk
Wed 7th Apr
Suffolk Book League, Ipswich Institute, Tavern St, Ipswich, Jenny Diski, www.jennydiski.co.uk, Members £4, Non-members £7.50, Students: Free, www.sbl.org.uk
Easter Chicks, Redgrave & Lopham Fen, 10am-12noon, for 4-8yr olds, £4, 01379 688333
Easter Elfin Fun, Needham Lake, 12pm -3.30pm, Children £3
Easter Egg Eggstravaganza, Chantry Park, Ipswich, meet in front of Mansion [Hadleigh Rd entrance], 10am-12noon
Suffolk Wildlife Trust, The Life of Bees. Talk by Michael Doy, St Mary’s Church Hall, Poplar Hill, Stowmarket, 7.30pm, adults, £2.50, 01449 676471
Charity Quiz Night, The Cross Keys, Henley, 9pm, teams of up to 6, £1 per person. All money raised goes to nominated charity, prize for the winning team
Thu 8th Apr
Spring Felt-Making Workshop, Ickworth House, Park and Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, 11am - 1pm & 2pm - 4pm, Come and see the lambs at Ickworth then learn from our professional artist how to make a felt sheep from scratch. Recommended ages 4-11, Child £4.50. Booking essential on 01284 736129. Park admission applies.
Quiz Night, St Clements Sports and Social Club, Foxhall Road, Ipswich. 7.15pm start, £8pp inc Fish and Chip Supper. Please call Mark on 07518 740187 or e-mail mark.lay@sky.com for further details
Ipswich Town Lecture/Concert Series, Concert, Ipswich Co-op Ladies Choir, Museum Street Methodist Church, Ipswich, 1pm -1.50pm, Admission is free with a retiring collection, donations of at least £2pp are welcomed – www.ipswich-arts.org.uk
The Cross Keys Real Ale Run, leaves Ipswich at 8pm and returns at 10.30pm. Come and sample some great local and national real ales with the return fare just £2.50 each, bookings to Mark on 01449 760229
Fri 9th Apr
Artefact Handling Session in conjunction with the Sainsbury’s Centre, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, 11am – 2pm, Come along to a drop in session in the exhibition for the chance to compare and contrast artefacts from Northern Australia, Papua New Guinea and Mexico with the Anglo Saxon artefacts of Sutton Hoo. Normal admission.
Fanciful Fish, Christchurch Mansion, Ipswich, ages 4-14yrs - £1.50pp, using a range of craft materials work with Chinese artist Chen Hong to make your own beautiful fish windsock or puppet -children must be accompanied by an adult – timed sessions at 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 2pm and 3pm – no booking necessary but places are limited, first come, first served
Sat 10th Apr
Spring Fayre, St Augustines Church Hall, Bucklesham Road, Ipswich. 2pm to 4pm, Free Entry. Please call Mark on 07518 740187 or e-mail mark.lay@sky.com for further details
Charity Concert, Musical Highlights for all Tastes, Hollesley Village Hall, Woodbridge Road, Hollesley, WOODBRIDGE, in aid of Hollesley PCC, Tickets: Tel. Mrs Shannon, 01394 411214
Fashion Show in aid of Ipswich Mencap, Westbourne Sports College, Ipswich, 6.45pm -11.30pm, including buffet and disco, £15, 01473 256438/07799 656974
Steak Night, The Garland, Humber Doucy Lane, Ipswich
Constable Country Ramble: Walking in the Footsteps of Constable, Bridge Cottage, Flatford, 10am – 1pm, Join a 3 hour (4 mile) guided ramble to visit some of the places and views which inspired the artist John Constable, including the village of East Bergholt and the lane along which he walked to school. £6 per person, Booking essential on 01206 298260.
A Touch of Spring, Concert in aid of The Cystic Fibrosis Trust, St Michaels Church, The Square, Martlesham Heath, 5pm, includes light refreshments & raffle, Tickets £6 from Brenda on 07708 783136 or Debbie 01473 635955
From Fleece to Yarn, The Guildhall, Lavenham, 11am- 4pm, taking a new fleece, the Guild will show us the various processes involved in turning it into something to wear. Normal entry costs apply, no booking required.
Falconry, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, 11am – 4pm, Using falcons is an ancient hunting method practiced by the Anglo Saxons, so visit to day and let the skilled handlers of the Warren Hill Raptor Project demonstrate the potential of these majestic birds. Normal admission. (Two displays during this period)
Woolpit Festival Society/Coffee Morning, Woolpit Village Hall, 10.30am, Various Stalls etc, £1.50pp, 01359 241533
Antiques & Collectors Fair, Kesgrave Community Centre, 9am – 4pm, Admission £1.50
Sun 11th Apr
Archery, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, 11am – 4pm, Enjoy the chance to shoot an arrow and learn more about this ancient fighting and hunting method, Normal admission and £1 per 6 shots.
Sponsored Spring Walk organized by Rotary Club of Ipswich Orwell, Alton Water, Holbrook, Nr Ipswich,To register Tel 01473 281687 or email: g.kember@btinternet.com
Mid Suffolk Show, Mid Suffolk Showground, Stonham Barns, Show opens at 10am, £6.50 Adults, £4 Children
Tue 13th Apr
‘Restoration of MTB 102’, Ipswich & District Historical Transport Society, Ascension Hall, Larchcroft Road, Ipswich, 7.30pm, members £1.00, non members £2.00
Amphibians, Redgrave & Lopham Fen, 10am-12noon, for 8-14yr olds, £5, 01379 688333
Wed 14th Apr
Suffolk Industrial Archaeology Society Meeting, Room 1, Castle Hill Community Centre, Ipswich, 7.30pm, Illustrated talk ‘The History of Leiston airfield’ with speaker Peter Sanders, Free entrance, with retiring collection to defray expenses.
Thu 15th Apr
Discover Medieval Lavenham, The Guildhall, Lavenham, 10.30am, Gguided walk around this medieval village. The tour lasts around two hours. £10 per person, booking essential on 01787 247646.
The Green Man, Christchurch Park, Ipswich, 1pm -3pm, meet at Reg Driver Centre
Suffolk Family History Society Monthly Meeting – Meryl Catty presents “The Promiscuous”, Red Cross Hall, Ipswich, 7.30pm, entry £2, Tel 01473 274300
Fri 16th Apr
Woodland Adventure Day, Rede Wood, Nr Henley, Ipswich, ages 8-12yrs, children do not need to be accompanied, 10am-2pm, £8, bring packed lunch and warm clothing, booking and prepayment essential, 01449 724633
Sat 17th Apr
Town 102 Big Night Out, Trinity Park Events Centre, 7.30pm, £14, 0844 847 2447
Remarkable Women of Ipswich, Guided Walk, Ipswich Tourist information Centre, 2.15pm, £6 including refreshments. Call 01473 258070,
Jumble Sale, The Scout Hut, Capel St Mary Primary School, 2pm – 4pm, admission 50p, accompanied children free, in aid of 1st Capel Scout Group
Trianon Spring Concert, St John’s Church, Cauldwell Hall Rd, Ipswich 7.30pm, 01473 433100
In Praise of Churches – A talk by Roy Tricker, Offton Parish Church, 7pm, ticket price includes cheese & wine interval, £5 pay at door, enquiries: 01473 658304
Italian Theme Night, The Cross Keys, Henley, from 5pm, Bookings to Mark or Louise on 01449 760229
Sun 18th Apr
Plant Sale, Redgrave and Lopham Fen, near Bressingham, 10am – 4pm, Adults £1, children free, dogs welcome on a short lead. Contact: Suffolk Wildlife Trust: 01379 688333, redgrave.education@suffolkwildlifetrust.org
Guided Parkland Walk, Ickworth House, Park and Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, 11.30am- 12.30pm, take a Journey through the history of Ickworth Park with one of our expert guides. Meet at West Wing Reception. Free to NT Members. Park admission applies to Non- Members. No Booking Required.
Car Boot Sale, The Cross Keys, Henley, 11am – 2pm, £3 per pitch, Call Mark on 01449 760229 to book.
Early Morning Birdsong, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, 6.30am – 8.30am, Enjoy the beautiful sounds of birdsong on this early morning guided walk around the Sutton Hoo estate. Followed by a warming breakfast in the restaurant. Meet outside the reception building. £13.95, booking essential on 01394 389714.
Plant Sale, Redgrave & Lopham Fen, 10am-4pm, Adults £1
Mutt Strut, Alton Water, Raise some sponsorship for Disability Care Enterprise and enjoy a lovely sponsored walk with the family and your dog around Alton Water. "Doggy" stands will be available. Only £10 per family and dog(s) are free.
Mon 19th Apr
Stowmarket Local History Group – Ipswich’s Jewish Community in the 18th & 19th Centuries by Sheila Hardy, Salvation Army Hall, Violet Hill Rd, Stowmarket, 7.30pm, members £1, non members £3, pay on door, 01449 615665
Wed 21st Apr
Education in Ipswich: Special Guided walk exploring from Tudor times to the 21st Century, Ipswich Tourist Information Centre, 10.30am, £8 including lunch, call 01473 258070
Suffolk Wildlife Trust Talk – Creating a Living Landscape by Michael Strand, St Margaret’s School, Ipswich 7:30pm, Admission £2
Charity Quiz Night, The Cross Keys, Henley, 9pm, teams of up to 6, £1 per person. All money raised goes to nominated charity, prize for the winning team
Thu 22nd Apr
Shoes through the ages, Ipswich Museum, 2pm - 4pm, Admission free – no need to book
Curry Night, The Cross Keys, Henley
Sat 24th Apr – Sun 25th Apr
The East Anglian Game & Country Fair, Norfolk Show Ground, Norwich
Sat 24th Apr
Barn Dance with live band "Jigsaw" and Caller, Sproughton Tithe Barn, 7.30pm-10.30pm. Real Ale from local breweries, Raffle & Refreshments, tickets £5 in advance from Ipswich Tourist Information or phone 07734 451539
Farmers Market, Easton Farm Park.
Midnight Walk, Starting from Gala Bingo, in aid of Sue Ryder Care. To register or for more information call 01473 295200
Bealings Annual Plant Sale, Bealings Village Hall, 10am – 12pm, Admission £1 including refreshments.
Charity Concert, Musical Highlights for all Tastes, Mendlesham Community Centre, Old Station Road, Mendlesham, tickets: Tel. Jean Abbott, 01449 766895
Constable Country Ramble: Springtime in the Stour Valley, Bridge Cottage, Flatford, 10.30am – 1pm, Enjoy a 2.5 hour (4mile) guided ramble through the beautiful landscape of the Stour Valley, using quiet footpaths to explore the rich tapestry of fields and woods that were the inspiration for the artist John Constable. £6 per person, Booking essential on 01206 298260.
Family History Day, Melford Hall, Long Melford, 1.30pm – 5pm, A perfect opportunity to ask the experts about tracing your own family tree whilst surrounded by the beautiful home of the Hyde Parker Family. Drop-in advice sessions, talks, and much more will be available throughout the afternoon. Normal Admission.
New Volunteers’ Coffee Morning, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, 10.30am, Coffee morning, meet other volunteers and find out all about volunteering
Sun 25th Apr
Edith Pretty Tour and Tea, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, 2pm – 4pm, Walk in the footsteps of Edith Pretty and explore her home, Tranmer House, at Sutton Hoo in the company of a knowledgeable guide. Finish with a scrumptious cream tea. £10 - booking essential on 01394 389714.
Beanpole Festival, Northgate Allotments, Ipswich, displays, demonstrations etc, 11am-3pm, details 01473 327720
Mon 26th Apr
Ipswich Transport Society Meeting, Bridge Ward Social Club, Ipswich, 7.30pm, ‘Classic Colour Views of Railways from the 1950s and 1960s’ an Illustrated talk by David Soggee, Entry £2
Jewellery Party, The Cross Keys, Henley, 7.30pm, K Bijoux with prices from as low as £1.
Wed 28th Apr
Evening Bat Walk , Ickworth House, Park and Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, 8pm - 10pm, Discover the difference between the calls of a Pipestrelle and a Daubenton’s; learn about their habitat and what we can do to improve it. Understand why Ickworth is one of the premiere bat sites in the UK. After the walk enjoy a hot drink and a delicious piece of cake. £10. Booking essential on 01284 735961.
Edwardian Comfort & Convenience, Ickworth House, Park and Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, 10am – 2pm, Join Paul Thomas - a country house technology specialist - for a talk, tour and presentation on Ickworth’s Edwardian technological developments. A behind the scenes chance to have a poke around all the fascinating Edwardian domestic machinery waiting to be restored. Followed by light refreshments. £28.50 includes admission to the park. Booking Essential 01284 769505.
Thu 29th Apr – Wed 5th May
Spring Beer Festival, The Cross Keys, Henley
Thu 29th Apr
Ipswich School Spring Concert, Snape Maltings Concert Hall, 01473 408310, www.ipswich.suffolk.sch.uk/music
The Cross Keys Spring Beer Festival real ale run, leaves Ipswich at 8pm and returns at 10.30pm. Come and sample some great local and national real ales with the return fare just £2.50 each, bookings to Mark on 01449 760229
Fri 30th Apr
Art Workshops at Dunwich Heath, 10am - 4.30pm, Art workshop led by professional artist Richard Nichols. Suitable for all abilities. Cost £55 - to include a tasty 2 course lunch at the NT Tea Rooms. Booking required on 01728 648501 (Opt 2).
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