STC July Newsletter

Sudbury Town Council
1 day ago
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Summer is well and truly here and the school summer holidays are just around the corner, but there is plenty to do in Sudbury to keep the young, the old and everyone in between entertained.

July is National Picnic Month and don't we live in just the perfect place for it. Pack your favourites foods and head to the meadows, The Croft or Belle Vue Park for the perfect picnic day out with friends and family.

Sunny picnic area as Millacre. Photo Credit Sudbury Town Council.

Remember to use paper plates and recyclable cutlery items where possible to reduce plastic waste and please clear your rubbish up after you. There are plenty of bins around these areas and this is vital to keeping wildlife and their habitats safe.

Speaking of which, feeding the ducks at The Croft is always a tempting past time but please do read our blog about feeding them the most nutritious foods, which benefit the local wildlife and the environment.

Friendly Ducks at The Croft. Photo Credit Sudbury Town Council.

Please do stay safe and hydrated in the heat, wear sunscreen and get plenty of shade on hot days. Most of our open spaces have lovely shady spots under large trees and greenery. The Croft & Millacre offers shade under beautiful mature Oak Trees, which were planted for the coronation of Edward VII in 1901. Over at Friars Meadow, there are many majestic Willow Trees lining the edge, and don't forget, the River Stour has been given a good water bathing status by DEFRA, so you can also dip in to cool off - please do so safely and avoid doing so after heavy rainfall.

If you prefer mostly shade, then the Gainsborough trail is for you. With the trail nearly all shaded, this is the best place for a cooler summer walk.

Ducks taking shade at The Croft. Photo Credit Sudbury Town Council.

The first week of July also brings Create week! Release your creative side between 1st-7th July in one the many fantastic classes and workshop around Sudbury:

Wednesday 1st July - Beginners Felt Sessions at Creative Lives. .
Every Tue, Thu & Saturday - Pottery Painting at Creative Lives.
Saturday 4th July - Life Drawing with Sue Marsdon at Gainsborough's House.
Monday 6th July (3-week course) - Mandala Art at Sudbury Learning Centre .
Tuesday 7th July - Lia's Art for Wellbeing at Esquires Coffee Sudbury

Pottery Painting at Creative Lives. Photo Credit Creative Lives.

July is always an exciting time for Sudbury Town Council as it brings our yearly visit to Belle Vue to bring you Party In The Park! Our fun, family-friendly and FREE event has activities, performances, children's rides, and more, ready to entertain you from 11am-5pm. So head on over with your blankets, chairs and a picnic (there are lots of food vendors to try if not) and enjoy performances from the Phoenix Marchers, Ruby Flames Entertainment, Beau Dance & Performing Arts and Cloud 9 Roadshow. You can also turn your hand to archery, have your face painted, enjoy bungee ropes and much more!!

Ruby Flames Entertainment performing at Party In The Park. Photo credit A Longhurst.

July Events:

Thursday 2nd July - The Befriending Scheme & Leading Lives Present: Reach Beyond The Stars at The Quay Theatre. A joyful summer singalong.
Friday's throughout July - Free Friday Music Sessions at Sudbury Arts Centre
Sunday 5th July - Sudbury Choral Society - A Summer Serenade at Sudbury Arts Centre
Thursday 9th July - Quiz & Bingo at The Brewery Tap
Sunday 12th July - Theatre Train Presents: The Mega Mini Tiny Show at The Quay Theatre. A vibrant mix of drama, dance, singing and musical theatre from Sudbury's local Theatre School.
Sunday 12th July - Free Craft Market - Sudbury Arts Centre
Wednesday 15th - Friday 17th July - Witness for the Prosecution (Agatha Christie) - Sudbury Arts Centre. Performances by Sudbury Dramatic Society.
Saturday 18th July - Zootropolis showing at The Quay Theatre. Disney's 2016 film, rated PG.
Sunday 19th July - PARTY IN THE PARK! Free Family Fun at Belle Vue Park hosted by Sudbury Town Council.
Saturday 25th July - Zootropolis 2 showing at The Quay Theatre. Disney's 2025 sequel, rated PG.
Every Wednesday - Free Pool at The Horse & Groom.
Every Tuesday 9am-2pm - Free Tea Tuesday at Painters at The Angel. Bottomless free tea with no catch.
Every Thursday and Saturday - Sudbury Market.