2012-The guide To evenTs in Bury sT edmunds, haverhill and BeyondTo book tickets or for more information contact the venues direct. For additional event information visit www.outandabout2012.co.uk/outandabout2013.co.uk or ask at the Tourist Information Centre Centre.

2012-2013

Many of the events are free for people who have a Heritage Ticket – the ticket which allows you to make as many visits as you like in a year to our museums* Full details inside.

October 2012 - April 2013

13 september – 29 septembermansfield Park By Jane ausTenTheaTre royalA new adaptation by Tim Luscombe, directed by Colin Blumenau and designed by Kit Surrey.

15 september – 3 novembereasTern visTassmiThs rowEast Anglia has always been a point of arrival and departure. This exhibition explores themes of travel, cultural identity and a sense of belonging through the work of artists including Melanie Carvalho, Lisa Cheung, Nilbar Gures, Ingrid Pollard and Tessa West. Tues – Sat, 10.30am – 5pm.

29 september, 13 october, 30 october, 3 november, 18 novemberliving hisToryickworTh house, Park & gardensYou’ve seen Downton Abbey. Now come and experience Ickworth Lives, the real stories of the people who lived and worked on the Ickworth Estate in the1930s. Join us for a special historic day and follow in the footsteps Mrs Sangster the Cook, who managed the kitchens for over 50 years, the hall boys, kitchen maids and the gardeners. Experience what life was like for servants and estate workers on this grand estate. House, Park and Garden Admission applies 11am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)

30 september auTumn wedding oPen day Tuddenham mill11am to 5pm. Friendly co-ordinators will be available and skilled wedding professionals will be exhibiting. The stylish rooms will be set out for civil ceremony and wedding breakfast layouts and the stunning bedrooms and suites will be available to view from 2pm. Light refreshments will be available and entry is complimentary.

3 october fred herschThe aPexThe most prolific and celebrated solo jazz pianist of his generation, Hersch has been proclaimed by Vanity Fair magazine as “the most arrestingly innovative pianist in jazz over the last decade or so”. This autumn Hersch is playing just a handful of what are quite rare solo gigs in the UK, and the apex is one of them. 8pm, £16

6 october march hare collecTiveThe aPexAffordable art and handmade crafts; all original work. 10am – 5pm. FREE

6 octobera concerT for each and everyone!The aPexThe Bury St Edmunds Concert Band and Aquarius Singers bring a musical feast in aid of The East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices. 7.30pm. £10, £5 Children

6, 7 octoberickworTh 23rd annual wood sale and crafT fairWoodcraft professionals and enthusiasts come together to demonstrate and sell their crafts. This is a rare opportunity to buy quality wood from the Ickworth estate. The fair includes live bands, locally brewed ales, pottery tent with Raku firing, local foods and produce and craft stalls. 10am – 4pm. National Trust members adult £2, child £1

and family £6 (3 children). Non members adult £7, child £3 and family £20 (3 children).

7 october Bridal showThe aPexAre you planning a wedding, celebration or party? Bridal fashion shows at 12pm & 2pm by Cinderella’s. Goody bag for every bride that registers. 11am – 4pm FREE

8 – 25 october aPex gallery exhiBiTion: Black hisTory monTh The aPexA collective of artists and photographers who will explore issues relevant to Black History Month. Some of their images are political or historical whilst others address marginalisation and prejudice. This subject matter is balanced with upbeat and positive ideas expressed in paintings, textiles and photographs which celebrate the rich diversity of cultures within our community. 10am – 5pm. FREE

9 october krar collecTiveThe aPexKrar Collective create a surprisingly big sound, leading one critic to name them ‘The Ethiopian White Stripes’. 8pm. £12.50

10 october waTersTone’s PresenTs Jacqueline wilsonThe aPexThe immensely popular children’s author will be talking about her career and new book ‘Emerald Star’, the eagerly anticipated final instalment in the Hetty Feather trilogy. Followed by limited book signing. 6pm. £5

11 october co-oPera co: don giovanniThe aPex Co-Opera Co. return after their two successful visits last season with Carmen and The Magic Flute. 7.30pm. £26/£19/£5 U25s

12 october Turin BrakesThe aPexIn one of just a few special one-off shows, Turin Brakes will be playing a full band set of new tracks and favourite tunes from their 10 year career. Support from Jon Hart Band & Lucy Sampson 8pm £16

13, 14 octoberauTumn & The Buried deadwesT sTow anglo-saxon village“Autumn & The Buried Dead” sees Ormsgard Dark Ages Theatre Group reconstruct a remembrance ceremony from pagan Germanic ancestors. 10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm) Included in normal admission. No need to book.

14 october faT caT comedy cluBThe aPexBury’s great monthly comedy night. Check out www.fatcatcomedyclub.com for more details. 8pm £10

14 octoberaPPle fesTival & suffolk harvesT fesTival sT edmundsBury caThedralFree events but tickets are required for the service (contact deans.secretary@stedscathedral.org). Apple Festival from 11.30am to 3.30pm. Suffolk Harvest Festival service at 3.30pm.

19 october demon BarBers: The lock in!The aPexThe UK’s no.1 folk & hip-hop dance extravaganza - the Lock In! promises to do for English folk dance what Riverdance did for Irish dance and Diversity did for street dance. 8pm £18

19 octoberghosT walkmoyse’s hall museum 6:30pm. Booking essential. Tourist Information Centre 01284 764667Then fortnightly until 22 March 2013

20 october crafT & gifT fairThe aPexLocal exhibitors offering a great selection of handmade crafts and unique gifts. 10am-4.30pm. FREE

20 octoberlondon communiTy gosPel choirThe aPexRenowned for their funky gospel flair, swing-beat, RnB, traditional and soulful arrangements. 7.30pm. £19

20 october inns and alehouses£6 per person including a small drinkBooking essential Tourist Information 01284 764667

21 octobershakaTakThe aPexFrom their leading position in the 80s’ Brit-Funk scene & international success with ‘Nightbirds’, Shakatak continue to record and tour with their unique keyboard/vocal contemporary mix. 7.30pm. £22

21 octoberfungi walk in The ParkwesT sTow counTry ParkCome for a fascinating Autumn walk in the Country Park with fungi expert Adults and over 8’s. 2pm – 4pm. Adults/Children £5 (£4 with HT) Booking essential

23 octoberBenJamin grosvenorThe aPexInternationally recognized for his electrifying performances and penetrating interpretations, British pianist Benjamin

Grosvenor has an exquisite technique and ingenious flair for tonal colour. Programme includes works by Bach, Chopin, Scriabin, Granados & Strauss/Schulz-Evler. 7.30pm £16/£12/£5 U25s

26 october ruThie henshallThe aPexAn Intimate Evening with the West End and Broadway star musical theatre’s leading lady and her band will take you on a journey through her extraordinary career, from working with Lionel Bart to playing Chicago on Broadway and from starring in Les Misérables to receiving an Olivier award. 7.30pm. £20

26 octoberhalloween TraileasT Town Park A spooky walk in the park for all the family – why not come in fancy dress? Limited parking so please consider walking to the event. Wear suitable footwear, bring a torch and keep to the lit areas. 7pm – 8.30pm. FREE. No need to book

27 october harmonica workshoP wiTh sTeve lockwoodThe aPex‘All new’ harmonica workshops; a rare opportunity for beginners and improvers to gain tuition from a professional musician with 30 years of live performing. 12noon – 4pm. £25

27 october sTricTly saTurdaysThe aPexDump the shopping and come dancing at The apex in the upstairs bar.Ballroom and Latin. 2.30 – 4.30pm. FREE

27 october dodgyThe aPexWith the definitive line up of Nigel Clark, Andy Miller and Mathew Priest. 8pm. £15

27 october halloween ghosT walk moyse’s hall museum7pm. Booking essential. Tourist Information Centre 01284 764667

27 october – 4 novembermonsTer halloween TrailnowTon ParkAre you brave enough to seek out the monsters lurking in Nowton Park? If you manage to follow the trail all the way to the end you may find a prize waiting for you! Sheets available from the Visitor Centre. £1 per person

27 october – 4 novemberdr who week moyse’s hall museumMeet Timelords, Dr Who characters, activities and tours throughout the week. Main event 27/28 October - Displays available all week. For all the family. 10am -– 5pm (last entry 4pm) Included in normal admission. No need to book

29 october – 4 novemberanglo-saxon crafT week wiTh ynglingaswesT sTow anglo-saxon villageYnglingas arrive to bring the Village alive with Anglian family life. Demonstrations of Anglo-Saxon crafts throughout half term week: woodwork, textiles, metalwork, cooking and much more! For all the family. 10am – 5pm (last entry 3.30pm) Included in normal admission. No need to book.

30 october an evening wiTh guiTar legendsThe aPexFour guitar legends from the folk world come together for this one-off night at The apex. Founding member of Pentangle, John Renbourn is joined by Wizz Jones, Johnny Dickinson and Clive Carroll. 8pm £17

31 octoberPumPkin carvinggardeners coTTage, nowTon Park 11am or 2pm start. Come and design your very own Halloween pumpkin; a scary face or a creeping black cat! £4 per child Booking essential

31 octoberfamily halloween Tour moyse’s hall museumTake a trip through the museum and check out the Timelord theme – enter if you dare. For all the family. 4.30 -–5.30pm. £7 (£5 with HT) Booking essential

31 octoberhalloween ghosT walkmoyse’s hall museum6:30 & 7pm .Booking essential Tourist Information Centre 01284 764667Adults £5, concessions £4, Children £3. (Not suitable for children under 5 years other ages at parental discretion)

31 octoberhalloween Tour wiTh a vicTorian genTlemanmoyse’s hall museumJoin the Victorian gentleman for a spooky tour of the museum after dark. Adults only. 6.30 - 8.30pm £12 (£10 with HT) Booking essential

1 novemberkaThryn TickellThe aPexComposer, performer and successful recording artist whose work is deeply rooted in the landscape and people of Northumbria. £17 8pm

1 november feed The BirdseasT Town Park visiTor cenTre10am – 12noon Come along to make your own simple feeders to take home. Suitable for 5 – 12 year olds. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Old clothes

advised. Booking essential. Not suitable for children with nut allergies. £4

1 novemberfanTasTical flowersnowTon Park visiTor cenTre 10am – 3pm. Make giant flower sculptures, using a wide variety of materials and fabrics, for this years Nowton Park fairy tale; The Eyes Of Mizmador. Sculptures will be used to help create the magical Wild Woods of Wonder. Each participating child will receive a free ticket to see their work displayed as an integral part of the set. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. £7 per child

1 – 3 novemberroom on The BroomTheaTre royalAdapted for the stage from the best selling book written by children’s Laureate Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. A spellbinding adventure from the creators of The Gruffalo!

2 november The BlockheadsThe aPex35th Anniversary Tour 1977 – 2012. 8pm £18adv/£20door

2 novemberwho do you Think i am? an evening wiTh Terry malloy (davros)moyse’s hall museumTerry Malloy explains life as an actor, The Universe and everything...you may want to know about exterminating a Time-Lord! For all the family. 7pm More details and to book call 01284 757160

3 november march hare collecTiveThe aPexAffordable art and handmade crafts 10am-5pm. FREE

3 novemberThe london welsh rugBy cluB choirThe aPexThe sound of Wales in Suffolk7.30pm £14, £12, £10

3 november – 22 december BlackThorPe Barn counTry chrisTmas shoPA festive delight bursting with gorgeous Christmas decorations, gifts and festive treats. 3 – 23 Nov (10am – 5pm); 24 Nov – 22 Dec (9am – 5.30pm) FREE

3 november – 22 decemberBlackThorPe Barn chrisTmas cafesFor a delightful rustic snack or an indulgent glass of mulled wine. Daily 11am – 4pm

4 novemberfaT caT comedy cluBThe aPexBury’s great monthly comedy night. Check out www.fatcatcomedyclub.com for more details. £10

6 novemberseckou keiTaThe aPexSeckou is an established contemporary master of the Kora, the 21 stringed African harp. 8pm £12.50

8 novemberdreadzoneThe aPexHit records, critical acclaim and a huge, devoted fan base are theirs, due in part to their utterly storming live shows and Dreadzone show no sign of slowing down with their unique blend of electro, dub and reggae. 8pm. £15

9 novemberBriTish legion fesTival of rememBranceThe aPex www.theapex.co.uk £10. 7.30pm

10 novemberorgan reciTal sT edmundsBury caThedralCelebrity Organist: Dame Gillian Weir 5pm. Tickets £10, available from the Cathedral Office www.stedscathedral.co.uk

10, 11 november & 17, 18 novemberyule fesTwesT sTow anglo-saxon village & counTry ParkA more traditional Christmas gift event with craft stalls, live traditional music and festive cheer. A chance to buy some unusual Christmas gifts and visit the Village for free! The Anglo-Saxon Hall will be decorated to celebrate Yule, just as our pagan ancestors may have done. Adults and accompanied children. 11am – 4pm. FREE ENTRY to Yule Fest and FREE ENTRY to the Anglo-Saxon Village on all days.

11 novemberralPh mcTellThe aPexRalph has written and recorded almost 200, songs which have continued to sell successfully to this day, including of course the world famous ‘Streets of London’. 8pm. £20

15 novemberlauThe aPexLau are modern folk music’s most innovative band. BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Winners 2008 – 2010. 8pm. £16

15 novemberchrisTmas lighTs swiTch onBury sT edmunds Town cenTreThe countdown to Christmas starts when the lights go on in Bury town centre. The penguins and reindeers return and will be joined by some donkeys. The fun kicks off at 2pm where over 30 charity stalls will be in the Buttermarket along with street entertainers, a face painter and magician across the town centre and more going on

within the arc. Live music from local schools on stage. Lights will be switched on at 7pm. 2pm – 8pm. Free parking from 4pm.

17 november – 24 decembersmiThs row aT chrisTmas smiThs rowTo celebrate our 40th Christmas at Smiths Row, we are exhibiting a selection of stunning new makers alongside some of our favourite and most successful crafts people. Smiths Row at Christmas will be a celebration of the very best in British Craft bringing together both emerging and established makers working in ceramics, jewellery, textiles, printmaking, glass and more. There will be something for everyone whether a treat or the perfect gift! Makers exhibiting include ceramics from Adam Frew, Susan Nemeth and Alice Walton, prints from Laura Boswell and more. Tues – Sat 10.30am – 5pm. FREE

17 novembersParkling sTarsnowTon Park visiTor cenTre10am – 12.30pm and 1.30pm – 4pmCome and help create the magical environment of the Wild Woods of Wonder, by making sparkling star mobiles. Your creations will become part of the set for this years’ Nowton Park fairy tale The Eyes of Mizmador. Each participating child will receive a free ticket to see their work displayed in December as an integral part of the set. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. £4 per child.

17 novembercrafT & gifT fairThe aPexLocal exhibitors offering a great selection of handmade crafts and unique gifts. 10am – 4.30pm. FREE

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17 november – 16 december (weekends only)crafTs aT BlackThorPe BarnA selection of the best British Crafts each weekend – perfect for a unique gift or a treat for yourself. 10am – 5pm. Adults £2, OAP’s £1, Children free. Season ticket £6. Disabled access and free parking

18 novembernew zealand sTring quarTeTThe aPexMendelssohn: Capriccio in E minor op.81 no.3. Haydn: Quartet in C major op.20 no.2. Jack Body: Three Transcriptions (1987) Beethoven: Quartet no.14 in C minor op.131 7.30pm £16/£12/£5 U25s

19, 20, 21 novemberBallet Theatre UK a chrisTmas carolTheaTre royalThe perfect tale for Christmas. Filled with joy, laughter and heartbreaking moments Ballet Theatre UK’s new production combines traditional ballet with captivating theatre performed to a glorious classical score. For all the family.

20 november melingoThe aPexEccentric tango poetry from the very source. Sad, funny, intense, bizarre, fascinating. 8pm. £12.50

20, 21 novemberlecTure: sT edmund king and marTyrmoyse’s hall museumJoin Ron Murrell for an illustrated lecture and discover more of the life and Martyrdom of the Saint who gave his name to this town. To commemorate the Saint’s Day. Adults and over 16. 6pm. £12 (£10 with HT) on 20th and 2pm £7 (£5 with HT) on 21st. Booking essential

23, 24, 25 novemberBury sT edmunds ninTh annual chrisTmas fayreFri/Sat 10am – 7pm, Sunday 10am – 5pm. The ninth Bury St Edmunds Christmas Fayre is gong to be bigger and better than ever. Lots of colourful stalls from all over the world, a varied collection of fairground attractions and some great on stage entertainment. For more information contact the Tourist Information Centre 01284 764667 tic@stedsbc.gov.uk. www.burystedmundschristmasfayre.co.uk

23, 24, 25 novemberhisTorical markeT in conJuncTion wiTh Bury sT edmunds chrisTmas fayremoyse’s hall museumJoin Historical traders in Moyse’s Hall selling authentic crafts and gifts, for that unusual present. Seasonal refreshments For all the family. Friday 10am – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 6pm, Sunday 10am – 5pm. Free entry. No need to book

24 november – 22 december rougham esTaTe chrisTmas Trees BlackThorPe BarnHave a famous Rougham Estate Christmas tree this year! Choose from potted or freshly cut. Open 9am – 5.30pm

25 novemberclose encounTers – a sPecial Bird ringing evenTwesT sTow counTry Park A fascinating opportunity to watch the experts catch, examine and ring a variety of feathered visitors to the Country Park (subject to weather). For adults and accompanied children, no under 5’s. 9am – 11:30am. Adults/Children age over 5. £12 (£10 with HT) Booking essential

26 november TinariwenThe aPexThe kings and queens of Saharan Desert Blues. Since the first Festival in the Desert in 2001, the band have become one of the most successful and exciting musical exports ever to emerge from West Africa. 8pm. £18, £16 concessions

27 november marTin Barre’s new dayThe aPexThe guitarist of Jethro Tull for 43 years, Martin’s sound and playing having been a major factor in their success. As Jethro Tull are taking a long break from touring, Martin has put together a band to play the “classic” music from the Tull catalogue. £17.50 adv/£20 door 8pm

28 november 1sT royal Tank regimenT homecoming 10am Cathedral Service followed by Medal Presentation on Angel Hill

28 november illegal eaglesThe aPexBringing you all the classic songs - Hotel California, The Last Resort, Life in the Fast Lane, Tequila Sunrise, One of These Nights, Lyin’ Eyes, New Kid in Town, Take it to the Limit and many more. 8pm £22.50

29 november – 1 december leTTice and lovageThe aThenaeum Following on from a successful production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream in June Bury Theatre Workshop presents Peter Shaffer’s (Amadeus, Equus) 1987, award-winning comedy. 7.30pm (& Sat 2.30pm). £14 / £10 U16s & Sat Matinee Tickets from www.theapex.co.uk

30 november – 13 January 2013raPunzel and The rascal PrinceTheaTre royalA pantomine adventure. All ages welcome.

1 decemberharmonica workshoP wiTh sTeve lockwoodThe aPex‘All new’ harmonica workshops; a rare opportunity for beginners and improvers to gain tuition from a professional musician with 30 years of live performing. Technical instruction is combined with hints and tips to make playing more musical and fun. 12noon - 4pm. £25

1 decemberBBc suffolk carol concerTThe aPexSee www.theapex.co.uk for further details

1 decemberchildren’s chrisTmas crafTsgardener’s coTTage, nowTon ParkMake a selection of decorations and Christmas cards to take home with you. Booking essential. 1pm – 3pm. £4 per child

1, 2 december march hare collecTiveThe aPexAffordable art and handmade crafts; all original work. 10am – 5pm. FREE

1 – 16 december (weekends only)ickworTh chrisTmas sParkleickworTh house, Park & garden A real yuletide treat awaits you at Ickworth. Join us for a merry and magical family Christmas where we’ll be making decorations, crackers and treats, fireside

stories and gifts with Father Christmas, and heavenly choirs lifting the roof of the Rotunda. National Trust Adult member Adult non-member £6 Child £6 11am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)

2 decemberchrisTmas wreaThs gardeners coTTage nowTon Park Come and make your own Christmas wreath for your front door or as a lovely Christmas gift. Refreshments included. 11am or 2pm start. Booking essential. £5 per person

2 decemberlucy Parnham: rêverieThe aPexSolo piano works ranging from the ever-popular lyricism of Clair de Lune, Reverie, 1st Arabesque, and The Girl with the Flaxen Hair to such virtuosic showpieces as Jardins sous la pluie, the Etudes and L’isle joyeuse. 7.30pm. £16/£12/£5 U25s

6 decemberJoe BrownThe aPexRock ‘n’ roll legend Joe Brown. This show is packed with timeless classics, rockabilly, gospel, country, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll, all interwoven with Joe’s effervescent delivery and humorous reminiscences. 7.30pm. £22.50

6, 13, 20 decemberchrisTmas laTe nighT shoPPingBury sT edmunds Town cenTreToo busy at work or at home to get your Christmas presents during the day or weekend? Pop into town on a Thursday evening and take advantage of the late night opening hours of many of the businesses across the town centre, including the arc. In addition there will be lots going on in the town with street entertainers, musicians, a magician and a face painter.

7, 8, 9 and 14, 15, 16 decemberThe eyes of mizmadornowTon ParkExperience the magic of the Wild Woods of Wonder. Unicorn has laid a trail for you to follow and around each corner an enchanting story unfolds. You will discover that some creatures are much more than they seem. Hare is back, along with some new friends. The scene is set for another exciting fairy story trail for all the family. 4.30pm – 7pm. Advance tickets £4.50 from The apex www.theapex.co.uk £5 per person on the night

8 decemberhandel’s messiah sT edmundsBury caThedralThe Cathedral Choir is joined by the St Edmundsbury Singers and the Suffolk Handel Players to perform Handel’s Messiah at 7.30pm. Tickets £10, £15 and £20 from the Theatre Royal Box Office

8, 9, 22, 23 decemberfaTher chrisTmas in The Park nowTon Park 10am – 4pm. Meet Father Christmas in his very special Nowton Grotto Garden. Find a Christmas decoration to hang on his Christmas tree in exchange for a present! Booking essential. £5 per child

9 decemberfaT caT comedy cluBThe aPexBury’s great monthly comedy night. Check out www.fatcatcomedyclub.com for more details. £10

9 decemberm.r. James sToriesmoyse’s hall museumJoin the Victorian gentleman for another two tales from local author M.R. James: “The Diary of Mr Poynter” and “Count Magnus” Adults and over 16. 2pm £12 (£10 with HT) Booking essential

9 decemberickworTh’s glisTening carolsA special Christmas Carol Service in the restaurant with carols for everyone, a special performance by Ickworth Park Primary School and a celebration of life and thanksgiving at this special time of year. Admission free. 6pm – 7.30pm

10 decembernorma waTerson & eliza carThyThe aPexDoyenne of the English folk scene, Norma Waterson is joined by daughter, singer and fiddle player, Eliza Carthy, winner of numerous BBC Folk Awards. 8pm. £19

13 decembersuffolk schools waiTing for chrisTmasThe aPexSee www.theapex.co.uk for more details

15 decembercrafT & gifT fairThe aPexLocal exhibitors offering a great selection of handmade crafts and unique gifts. 10am – 4.30pm. FREE

15 decembercarols By candlelighT sT edmundsBury caThedralThe annual carol service with music and readings in aid of the Children’s Society. 7pm. Free entry but turn up early for a seat in the Nave.

15, 16 decembersanTa weekendmoyse’s hall museumSanta will be in attendance. Come and tell him your wishes for Christmas Day. Includes gift. For all the family. 11am – 4pm. £5 per child. No need to book.

16 decemberorchesTral carolsPresenTed By wesT road church Free/donations welcome. 6pm For more information see www.theapex.co.uk

16 decembermayor’s chariTy carol concerTsT mary’s church 6.30pm

18 decembermaddy Prior & carnival BandThe aPexMaddy Prior & the Carnival Band first combined to present five carols for Radio 4 in 1982. Over the years they have become stalwart performers of the carol tradition, seeking out obscure and ancient versions and delighting people with their energetic take on more familiar material. 8pm. £19

22 december sTricTly saTurdaysThe aPexDump the shopping and come dancing at the Apex in the upstairs bar. Ballroom and Latin. 2.30 – 4.30pm. FREE

22, 23 decemberickworTh chrisTmas TwinkleSit around the fire with Father Christmas and listen to his magical Christmas stories. Place a star on our memory tree and follow the Christmas trail in the garden or take a yuletide tractor trailer ride in the park. National Trust Adult member FREE, adult non-member £6, child £6, 11am – 4pm

22, 23 decemberThe yule TreewesT sTow anglo-saxon village“The Yule Tree” is the final presentation of the year from Ormsgard Dark Ages Theatre. From Waes Hael to Wassail travel back to our seasonal pagan past. For all the family.

10am – 5pm (last entry 3.30pm). Included in normal admission. No need to book

22, 23 december childrens droP-in xmas workshoPeasT Town Park visiTor cenTreBring your little ones to make some special reindeer food for Rudolph and his friends to know just where to land! Or perhaps your Christmas tree needs some colour with some festive Christmas cones?. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10am – 3pm. Reindeer food £1.50 per child, Xmas cones £1. NO NEED TO BOOK

23 decemberfesTival of nine lessons and carols sT edmundsBury caThedralFree entry but turn up early for a seat in the Nave. 6pm (note new time)

26 decemberTurkey BusTer walkBooking essential Tourist Information Centre 01284 764667

27 decemberTurkey BusTer walk Booking essential Tourist Information Centre 01284 764667

29 december killamonJamBoThe aPexFresh from supports with Madness and Ed Sheeran, the Norwich sextet bring their mash-up of punk, funk, rock and ska. Plus Bury’s own hip-hop punk heroes Scare The Normals, Newmarket’s Lewis Mokler and Bury/Norwich ska punks Luvdump. DJ Dick Phillips (of The Vitamins) with indie, 60s garage, glam and good old fashioned rock ‘n’ roll. 7pm. First 100 tickets £4/ £7 after

31 december mayor’s chariTy new year’s eve BallaThenaeum 7pm

1 Januaryfamily new year’s day quiz Trail nowTon Park 10am – 4pm. Test your knowledge of all the things that have happened in the last year. Pick up sheets from outside the ranger centre. Please bring your own pen. £2 per family

1 Januarynew years day Treasure hunT easT Town Park Walk off the Christmas excesses by following a quiz trail around the park. Collect a quiz sheet from the Visitor Centre – for all the family and accompanied children. 10.30am – 3.00pm. £3 per family – no need to book

1 Januarynew years day walkBooking essential Tourist Information Centre 01284 764667 Adults £5, Concessions £4

12 January elkie BrooksThe aPexQuite simply one of the most successful and popular singers the UK has ever produced Elkie will be performing some of her classic hits, blues, jazz and songs from her new album ‘Powerless’. 7.30pm. £22

13 January faT caT comedy cluBThe aPexBury’s great monthly comedy night. Check out www.fatcatcomedyclub.com for more details. 8pm. £10

17 Januarysuffolk Philharmonic orchesTra

19 Jan 2013 – 23 march 2013flicker: arTisTs and The suPer 8smiThs rowCo-curated by Cambridge Super 8, the exhibition will challenge the perceived assumption that older technology is of no interest to younger film-makers – in fact, many are now returning to Super 8 because of the variety and experience this format generates. Expect a lively programme of events for all ages. Tues – Sat 10.30am – 5pm. FREE

1 februarysinaTra, sequins & swingThe aPex50’s Hollywood, 60’s Rat Pack and Big Band Swing. £22. 7.30pm

3 februaryacademy of ancienT musicThe aPexJS Bach Orchestral Suite No 3, No 1, No 2 & No 4. £21, £18.50, £5 under 25’s

10 februaryBird ringinggardeners coTTage, nowTon Park 9 – 11.30am. Come and help the Rangers catch and ring the feathered inhabitants of the park. Booking essential. £5 per adult, £2.50 per child

11 february yiddish TwisT orchesTraThe aPexAllstar band featuring Europe’s retro king Natty Bo on vocals (Ska Cubano, Top Cats), trumpeter Lemez Lovas (Oi Va Voi, Shtetl Superstars), twistneck guitarist Ben Mandelson (3 Mustaphas 3, Triaboliques) – and sizzling Latin trombone player Paul Taylor (Snowboy, Roberto Pla). 8pm £12.50

16 – 24 february Bird quiz Trail nowTon Park Go on a trail around Nowton Park learning all about birds. Sheets available from the café. £1 per person

19 februarynaTional Bird-Box weekrangers office, clare counTry Park10am – 12noon. Help the Rangers make new nest-boxes for the park, and make and take home a box for the birds in your garden. 6 – 13 year-olds. £5 per child. Booking essential.

20 februaryranger acTiviTy afTernoonnowTon Park12pm – 4pm. Whatever the Weather activity drop in session. Come and join in with a variety of wildlife and craft activities taking place in the Nowton Park café. No need to book, just turn up! £2 per child

21 februarynaTional Bird-Box weekeasT Town ParkHelp the Rangers make new nest-boxes for the park, and make and take home a box for the birds in your garden. 6 – 13 year-olds. 10am – 12 noon. Booking essential. £5 per child

21 february – 9 marchromeo & JulieTTheaTre royalBy William Shakespeare and directed by Lynn Whitehead. We all know that Shakespeare’s play portrays the most tragic of romances. But woven into the words, a whole web of contrasts can be found that reveals the breadth of human experience: arrivals and departures; joy and desperation; a raucous party and a cold hard tomb; reserve and rashness; day and night; youth and age and of course hatred and love.

24 february unBuTToned: Brahms & The gyPsyThe aPexBrahms wrote his Clarinet Quintet in 1891 in Austria and ZRI will perform this much loved work in the form of a tavern ensemble of its time. This concert will be one of our “Unbuttoned” concerts, presented in the round, in a relaxed and informal style, with the bar open. £15 (£5 under 25s) 8pm

3, 10, 17 marchadulTs willow workshoPeasT Town Park visiTor cenTreMake your own willow obelisk for Sweet Peas, Clematis or other garden climbers. These create an attractive feature in the garden. All tools and materials plus tea/coffee supplied, bring a packed lunch if you wish. Meet at 10am – 2pm. £15 per person. Booking essential

7 marchnoriko ogawaThe aPexMozart Piano Sonata No.11 in A major K.331 (Turkish March) 7.30pm £16, £12, £5 under 25’s

17 march willow workshoPnowTon ParkHave a go at weaving willow to create some simple garden items like sweet pea stands. Suitable for all the family. No unaccompanied children. Wear warm clothes and sensible footwear. Meet at the Gardener’s Cottage, Nowton Nursery. 2pm start. Booking essential. £4 per person

22 march welly walkclare counTry Park 10.30am – 11.30am Bring your little ones along for a Ranger led toddle around the park, look for worms, splash in puddles and feed the ducks. Suitable for pre-schoolers FREE. No need to book. Meet at the Rangers Office.

24 marchsPring wedding oPen dayTuddenham mill 11am to 5pm. Friendly co-ordinators will be available and skilled wedding professionals will be exhibiting. The stylish rooms will be set out for civil ceremony and wedding breakfast layouts and the stunning bedrooms and suites will be available to view from 2pm. Light refreshments will be available and entry is complimentary.

27 marchmanchesTer cameraTaThe aPexAfter 40 years of performing around the globe, Manchester Camerata is acknowledged as one of the UK’s leading chamber orchestras with a reputation for first-class performances that are bursting with vitality. 7.30pm, £21

30 march – 14 aprilsPring TrailnowTon ParkExplore the park, following the Spring Trail. How many signs of spring can you count? Sheets available from the Café. £1 per child

30 marcheasTer egg hunTeasT Town Park visiTor cenTre Easter fun for all the family – find the hidden tokens in the park, with a chocolate egg for every child, and lots of special prizes. Start 2pm. £1.50 per child.

3, 10 aprilranger acTiviTy afTernoonnowTon ParkWhatever the Weather drop in session. Come and join in with a variety of wildlife and craft activities taking place in the Nowton Park café. No need to book just turn up! 12pm – 4pm. £2 per child

5 aprilcarducci quarTeTThe aPexHaydn Quartet No. 42 in C major, Op. 54, No. 2. 7.30pm £16, £12, £5 under 25’s

8 aprilToasT in The ParknowTon Park11am or 2pm start (approx 1 hour) Help the Rangers build a fire and then toast your own marshmallows and toast. Booking essential. Meet outside café. £2 per child

9 aprilkiTe makingeasT Town Park2 – 4pm. Let the Rangers show you how to build a colourful kite, test fly it around the park and take it home to show off to all your friends. Suitable for 7 – 11yr olds. Under 8’s must be accompanied by an adult. £6 per child Booking essential

11 aprilJohanna JuholaThe aPexEccentric, eclectic and cheeky: tango Finnish style. In association with Making Tracks. 8pm. £12.50 www.theapex.co.uk. Adults

26 april flower PoT kidseasT Town Park visiTor cenTre10.30am – 11.30am. Bring your green-fingered toddler along to the visitor centre, where we will be potting up colourful plantlets. Each child will take home their own little plant. Old clothes are required. For pre-school age children – £3 per child Booking essential.

27 aprilsPring ramBleclare counTry ParkJoin a Ranger led stroll around Clare Country Park looking for signs of spring and wildlife activity. Sturdy footwear recommended. FREE. No need to book. 10.30am – 12 noon. Meet at Ranger’s Office

The Smiths Row ShopWe are open every week from Tuesday – Saturday, 10.30am – 5pm. The shop sells the very best of British Craft including jewellery, cards, prints and unique gift ideas. Why not come and explore?

a year of visiTs wiTh heriTage TickeT

Tuddenham Mill is a historic watermill, set in 12 acres of rural Suffolk countryside, which has been sympathetically converted into a stylish and unique 4 star boutique hotel. 15 chic yet luxurious bedrooms and an award winning 3AA Rosettes restaurant reflecting our passion for fresh food and wine.

Lunch served daily 12pm – 2.30pm. Set menu priced at two courses £20, three courses £25 and our signature five course tasting menu £35.

*Buy a Heritage Ticket and enjoy free entry to Moyse’s Hall Museum and West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village – and many of the special events held there – for a whole year.

Adults: £7.30Concessions: £6.30Children 5-16: £5.30 Under 5s: FreeFamily ticket (3-9 members): £1 discount per family memberDAy TiCkeTS AlSo AVAilABle

ContaCtsThe aPexCharter Square, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3BAwww.theapex.co.ukT 01284 758000 E boxoffice@theapex.co.uk

BlackThorPe BarnRougham IP30 9HZT 01359 270091www.blackthorpebarn.com

ickworTh house, Park & gardenThe Rotunda, HorringerBury St Edmunds IP29 5QEwww.nationaltrust.org.uk/ickworthT 01284 735270E ickworth@nationaltrust.org.uk

moyse’s hall museumCornhill, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1DXwww.moyseshall.orgT 01284 757160 E moyseshall@stedsbc.gov.ukOpen Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm (last entry 4pm). Sunday noon to 4pm. Closed bank holidays

smiThs rowThe Market Cross, CornhillBury St Edmunds IP33 1BTwww.smithsrow.orgT 01284 762081E enquiries@smithsrow.org

sT edmundsBury caThedralAbbey House, Angel HillBury St Edmunds IP33 1LSwww.stedscathedral.co.uk

TheaTre royalWestgate StreetBury St Edmunds IP33 1QRwww.theatreroyal.orgT 01284 755127E booking@theatreroyal.org

TourisT informaTion cenTreAngel Hill, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1UZwww.visit-burystedmunds.co.ukT 01284 764667 E tic@stedsbc.gov.uk

Tuddenham millHigh Street, TuddenhamNr Newmarket IP28 6SQwww.tuddenhammill.co.ukT 01638 713552E info@tuddenhammill.co.uk

wesT sTow anglo-saxon villageIcklingham Road, West Stow, Bury St Edmunds IP28 6HGwww.weststow.orgT 01284 728718 E weststow@stedsbc.gov.ukOpen daily 10am to 5pm (last entry 4pm, 3.30pm in winter)

Parks clare casTle counTry Park co10 8nw T 01284 757088 E parks@stedsbc.gov.uk

easT Town Park, haverhill cB9 7urT 01284 757088 E parks@stedsbc.gov.ukOpen 8.30am to dusk. Free

nowTon Park, Bury sT edmunds iP29 5luT 01284 757088 E parks@stedsbc.gov.ukOpen 8.30am to dusk. Free◆

wesT sTow counTry Park iP28 6hgT 01284 728718 E weststow@stedsbc.gov.ukOpen 9am to 8pm summer. Free◆

◆ Charge for parkingwww.stedmundsbury.gov.uk/parks

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