STC August Newsletter

It only feels like yesterday that we were posting the July newsletter, how is it August tomorrow already?

What a fab month July was, with the start of the school Summer holidays, the run of Witness For The Prosecution by Sudbury Dramatic Society at Sudbury Arts Centre, and a fantastic day had by all at Party In The Park.

Ruby Flames Entertainment at Party In The Park 2026

But do not fear, August looks set to be another fun-filled month with some fantastic events going on in and around Sudbury. These can all be found in our "What's On" guide which can be picked up from the Tourist Information Centre on Gaol Lane or found here.

August sees the last of the Bank Holidays until Christmas and we are definitely going to be making the most of it with the return of Sudbury Street Food Festival, now in it's 3rd year! On Sunday 30th August, Market Hill will be lined with Street Food traders, all providing something different for your tastebuds to enjoy. Head on down between 11am-5pm to try the delicious offerings, enjoy music provided by Cloud 9 Roadshow, see the fantastic stilt performs from Ruby Flames entertainment and even some of the Sudbury Town Council staff in a humorous outfit or two!

After it's launch in 2024 (above), Sudbury Street Food Festival will be back for it's 3rd year on 30th August.

Outside seating will be provided but you can also take your food into The Wine Boutique and Sudbury Arts Centre as long as you are buying a drink. The latter is also holding a mini beer festival that day too, so it's a perfect way to spend your Sunday. You can then use Bank Holiday Monday to recover and recuperate, or even to go for a nice long walk through the meadows or along the Valley Trail to burn off a few well deserved calories.

Notable Dates in August:

International Cat Day - 8th August. Why not pop into Finnegans Whiskers to celebrate before we say goodbye to the team and their feline friends in September. Booking via their website.

National Allotment Week - 10th-16th August. We are celebrating by picking the winner of our allotment competition on the 14th, so we would like to say a big thank you to those who entered and to all of our amazing plot holders. Do feel free to visit our Newton Road allotments, which are always lovely for a walk round. Dogs on leads also welcome, just please be respectful of holders plots and stay to the footpaths.

International Dog Day - 26th August. This is the day to celebrate man's best friend! Maybe do this by popping in and supporting charity shops such as the RSPCA in Borehamgate Precinct or taking your dog out (weather permitting - please refrain from walking dogs in excessive temperatures) and stopping for a drink or bite to eat in one of the many dog-friendly eateries in Sudbury. Look out for the little paw prints on our list of places to eat and drink in Sudbury, to spot who is dog-friendly - here. Did you know, some of the cafe's and restaurants, like The Mill Hotel & Painters at the Angel, also provide a dog menu so your four-legged friend can eat with you.

Finnegans Whiskers resident, Olive, looking glam.

August Events:

• Friday's throughout August - Free Friday Music Sessions at Sudbury Arts Centre.

• Sunday 2nd August - Magic Dave's Totally Awesome Family Variety Show at Sudbury Masonic Hall. Tickets here

• Monday 3rd-Friday 7th August - Family Week 2026 at Gainsborough's House. A list of activities and all related information can be found on their website here

• Thursday 6th August - Spanish Night at The Wine Boutique. Tapas Truck, Spanish Wine List & Jugs of Sangria.

• Friday 7th August - Walk n Water: Sudbury & Henny Riverside. A 3.5 mile countryside walk followed by a 1 hour boat cruise. Tickets here

• Sunday 9th August - Suffolk Record Fair at Sudbury Arts Centre 10am-3pm.

• Thursday 13th August - Summer Holiday Magic Lessons at The Quay Theatre. Two workshops, AM & PM, to choose from. Book here.

• Saturday 15th August - Step Into Sudbury Story Guided Tour. Meet outside the Tourist Information Centre on Gaol Lane & pay your guide directly. All information can be found here.

• Saturday 15th August - Ed Sheeran Experience at The Quay. Booking via this link.

• Thursday 20th August - Chinese Painting Workshop at Sudbury Learning Centre. Book here.

• Friday 21st August - The Mcdougalls Pirate Adventure, family fun at The Quay.

• Saturday 29th August - Writing Workshop: Become a Writer at Sudbury Arts Centre.

• Sunday 30th August - SUDBURY STREET FOOD FESTIVAL!!!!

• Monday 31st August - Pirates on The Stour. Pirate boat rides from The Granary. Free under 14's and half-price 14-17 year olds with a full fare paying adult. Grab your tickets here.

Come and join some Sudbury Pirates on The Stour and try not to have to walk the plank!

Don't forget Sudbury Market every Thursday and Saturday plus Sudbury Farmers Market the last Friday of every month.

Another four-legged friend waiting for his treat from Wayne's Pet Supplies on Sudbury Market.

STC Committee Meetings:

Planning, Development & Highways - Monday 10th @ 18:30

Planning, Development & Highways - Monday 24th @ 18:30

Next newsletter in September, where you can find out all about Heritage Open Days.