Tag: families

Councils, Enviroment, families, Funding, leisure, youth

New Play Equipment Set To Revive Three Felixstowe Parks

Good news for families with children. Three popular play areas in Felixstowe are set to be given a £265,000 upgrade with the combined resources of SCDC, Felixstowe Town Council, Felixstowe Youth Forum,  Outdoor Playing Space Fund and Local Councillors’ Enabling Communities Budgets. Three areas have been identified as high priority; Gosford Way, Allenby Park and Cavendish Park. The project is expected to commence in June … Continue reading New Play Equipment Set To Revive Three Felixstowe Parks

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Events, families, What's On

What’s on Stage in Felixstowe – December 2018

So – its Panto time – and the reliable Dennis Lowe Company will be at the Spa with their version of Sleeping Beauty – but if panto is not your thing – or even if it is – there’s plenty more entertainment to wet your Xmas whistle throughout December. On Tuesday 11th at 7.30pm Orwell Connection Choir present a  Christmas Concert at Trinity Methodist Church Refreshments … Continue reading What’s on Stage in Felixstowe – December 2018

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benefits, Councils, families

Universal Credit Comes To Felixstowe

The rollout of Universal Credit continues across the country, and on 17th October it finally reaches Felixstowe. But SCDC wants to assure the public that there is support in place to help them through the transition. In Suffolk Coastal area the final Jobcentres to move over to Universal Credit Full Service are Leiston, Felixstowe and Woodbridge. These Jobcentres will become Full Service Jobcentres on 17 … Continue reading Universal Credit Comes To Felixstowe

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Arts, Events, families, What's On

What’s On Stage In Felixstowe – October 2018

As the nights draw in – there’s plenty to keep you mind from dwelling on the winter ahead. On Saturday 6th we kick off with Tassels – An Evening of Burlesque at The Spa With a bevy of beautiful stars, specialty variety artists and fabulous costumes, Tassels brings this classic variety art form into the 21st C. with a glamorous new show. Over 18’s only. … Continue reading What’s On Stage In Felixstowe – October 2018

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Events, families, leisure, What's On, youth

What’s on Stage in Felixstowe – September 2018

So as we enter the last month before the clocks go back – lets enjoy the last of the summer with some wonderful events. Friday 7th – Sunday 9th The Half Moon are holding their 7th Beer Festival Friday from 5pm , featuring 16 real ales and 4 ciders. ‘Fretz’ playing live from 8pm. Food available on the night. Saturday 12non -4pm Kid’s Charity Fun … Continue reading What’s on Stage in Felixstowe – September 2018

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Arts, families, Theatre Reviews, What's On

Review – Babe The Sheep-Pig

Babe the Sheep- Pig – adapted by David Wood, based on the novel by Dick King- Smith – Colchester Mercury Theatre till 26th August Dick King- Smith’s most famous book was adapted for film in the middle 1990’s and was an instant success. The stage version was first toured in 1997 and this is Colchester Mercury’s own take on it as part of their ‘Made … Continue reading Review – Babe The Sheep-Pig

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What’s On Stage in Felixstowe – July 2018

July is carnival month with both Trimley and Felixstowe pulling out all the stops to present weekends packed with entertainment and spectacle. And now the good weather is here – there are lots of other interesting productions to enjoy during the month as well. On Wednesday 4th at 11:30am Music in Felixstowe present Cello and Piano Favourites at The Orwell Hotel,  with Harriet Bennett (cello) … Continue reading What’s On Stage in Felixstowe – July 2018

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Arts, Events, families, leisure, What's On, women, youth

Felixstowe Book Festival – 27th June – 1st July

Well, Felixstowe Book Festival has already kicked off – featuring an opening event with novelists Amanda Craig and Sally Vickers on Wednesday in Harvest House, and last night’s screening at The Library of the fabulous local film ’Life on The Deben’ – which if you haven’t seen yet you must really buy a copy – it’s a love letter to our wonderful part of the … Continue reading Felixstowe Book Festival – 27th June – 1st July

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What’s On Stage in Felixstowe – May 2018

Well in theory May should be nicer weather wise – although it doesn’t seem to be starting off that way. However – there are lots of good things planned during the month – including outside events – so let’s hope the weather bucks up a bit for them. From Friday 4th – Saturday 5th Manning Amusements are holding the first ever  BeachFest –  a new … Continue reading What’s On Stage in Felixstowe – May 2018

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dementia, families, Health Care

Two New Support Groups For Dementia In Felixstowe

Are you a carer for someone with dementia – or do you know someone who is? It’s estimated that around 12,800 people in Suffolk are currently living with dementia, with the number rising in the future at a time when the NHS is strapped for cash and many people are left to struggle on with very little help. In January two new dementia support groups … Continue reading Two New Support Groups For Dementia In Felixstowe

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