Saxmundham

Suffolk Films - Saxmundham History Society
2025-05-22 14:30 - 17:00 UTC | United Reform Church, Chapel Road, IP17 1BJ, United Kingdom

Saxmundham Annual Town Meeting
2025-05-22 18:00 - 20:30 | Saxmundham Market Hall, High Street, Saxmundham, IP171AF, United Kingdom

Participate Music Club
2025-06-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Saxmundham Market Hall, High Street, Saxmundham, IP171AF, United Kingdom
Come and explore objects and music with our friendly team of workshop leaders and musicians. These sessions will bring you together with others in your local community, providing an opportunity to take part in activities and connect over tea and cake. Sessions last for two hours and tea and cake is provided. No musical experience is necessary. Sessions are free to attend – just show up! Our team are trained to ensure these workshops are suitable for those living with long term health conditions, including dementia and Parkinson’s.

Finding Your Feet - Open Afternoon
2025-06-04 15:30 - 16:30 | Saxmundham Market Hall, High Street, Saxmundham, IP171AF, United Kingdom

A Social Wine Tasting
2025-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Socialbar, Saxmundham, 15 high Street, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1DF, United Kingdom
An evening of tasting and talking with Jack from The Modest Merchant. Please book tickets in advance using the link or by scanning the QR code – Socialbar will be closed to the public on the Thursday of the event.

Wild About Kelsale
2025-06-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Kelsale Recreation Grounds, Bridge Street, Kelsale, Suffolk, United Kingdom
A fun afternoon for the family. Bring a picnic and enjoy nature crafts with Kelsale nature explorers.
Activities include making a textile leaf print with Tiggins Meadow, using a flower press, mini nature trail with KADWAG, creative crafts and bird and insect spotting.
Free entry.
Parking in Kelsale Village Hall Car Park. WildAbout Kelsale-cum-Calton. Sunday 8 June. 3-5pm on Kelsale Rec Ground in the wild area.

Finding Your Feet
2025-06-11 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-06-18 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-07-02 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-07-16 15:30 - 16:30 | Saxmundham Market Hall, High Street, Saxmundham, IP171AF, United Kingdom

24 Hour Treadmill-athon Challenge
2025-06-29 12:00 - 2025-07-01 00:00 | The Cleaning Company, Unit 2 St Johns Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1BE, United Kingdom
Fundraising for Cancer Research UK and Alzheimer’s Society, The Cleaning Company are holding an open day with BBQ, raffle, tombola, Brick-a-Brack, stalls and more! Plus have a go on the treadmill for charity!

Saxmundham Saturday Market
2025-07-12 09:00 - 15:00 | Fromus Square, IP17 1DD

Great Garden Rail Trail
2025-07-14
The Great Garden Rail Trail with St Elizabeth Hospice and Greater Anglia Monday 14 July.Tour East Suffolk Line station gardens by train! Enjoy a talk by Suffolk Wildlife Trust and station adopters at #Saxmundham.We’ve got 60 Dahlia tubers to give away thanks to Farmer Gracy.With your ticket you can hop on and off the train at your leisure and visit other places along the line.

Framlingham & Saxmundham Cats Protection - Summer Fundraising Event
2025-07-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Saxmundham Market Hall, High Street, Saxmundham, IP171AF, United Kingdom
We are celebrating 35 years of the Framlingham & Saxmundham Cats Protection branch! This is an opportunity to meet our team and talk to us about how we help cats in the area. We look forward to meeting old and new supporters at this fun event.
Tombola, raffle, sales stalls, home-made cakes, and refreshments will be on offer!

Sax Fest Pop-Up Market
2025-08-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Seaman Avenue Play Park, Seaman Avenue, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1DZ, United Kingdom
In an exciting new collaboration, Saxmundham Market and Sax Music Festival are joining forces to bring a pop-up market to Seaman Avenue play park – the gateway to the festival site. This new addition to the much-loved community music event will see a variety of stalls lining the entrance, offering a colourful array of artisan goods, festival essentials, handmade crafts, and family-friendly treats.
Visitors heading to and from Sax Music Fest 2025 will be welcomed by the sights and sounds of a lively outdoor market – all curated to reflect the creativity and energy of the festival. From unique gifts and sustainable fashion to delicious treats and children’s activities, the pop-up market promises something for everyone.
Organised by Saxmundham Town Council in partnership with Sax Music Festival, this initiative aims to support local traders, showcase independent talent and enhance the festival atmosphere for attendees of all ages.
For Stallholders:
Come along and enjoy the festival atmosphere! Pitches are just £15 each (3x3m space). Interested stallholders are encouraged to apply, especially those with something imaginative or festival-friendly to offer. To register or find out more, email: bookings@saxmundham-tc.gov.uk
Please note the market takes place on grass, with no access to power supply. We are not accepting booking from hot food vendors.

Recalling Soul & Motown’s Greatest Hits - Heard It Through The Grapevine
2025-08-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Thorington Theatre, Unnamed Road Saxmundham IP17 3RB, Saxmundham, England, IP17 3RB, United Kingdom
Introducing a powerhouse group that pays homage to the timeless sounds of soul and Motown! This talented ensemble has been captivating audiences for 15 years. With an impressive vocal range that brings the greatest of the genre to life, they deliver unforgettable performances that resonate with fans of all ages. Currently touring the UK, they bring their high-energy shows to venues across the country, creating an electric atmosphere that keeps people on their feet. Their deep connection to music – as well as each other – shines through in every show, making them a must-see act. Book them now to experience the magic of soul and Motown like never before!
Hits include: Heard It Through The Grapevine, Dancing On The Ceiling, Just My Imagination, My Girl, Love Train, Standing In The ShadowsOf Love, Rhythm of The Night, Temptations Medley, Love Machine , Ain’t No Stoppin Us Now & many more

Saxmundham Saturday Market
2025-09-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Fromus Square, IP17 1DD
Artisan monthly market in the picturesque surroundings of Fromus Square. Featuring a range of stall selling local and artisan products.
This month also includes a special indoor market hosted in the historic Market Hall.
Interested stallholders are invited to contact bookings@saxmundham-tc.gov.uk

Market Hall Dances - Market Hall, Saxmundham - IP17 1AF
2025-09-20 20:00 - 22:30 | Saxmundham Market Hall, High Street, Saxmundham, IP171AF, United Kingdom
We begin our new season of bals (dances) bringing some of the best live bands from around the country who specialise in French dance music. Our first band are a trio based in the UK and Germany. The trio consists of Steve Tyler (hurdy-gurdy, cittern), Katy Marchant (border pipes, whistles), and Nick Wiseman-Ellis (diatonic button accordion).
Steve and Katy have been playing music together since 2001. The band – Woodwose – was formed in 2012, initially to play balfolk, but since then the scope has been expanded, Nick joined in 2025.
With a vast array of self-penned and traditional tunes for dancing, from driving joyful bourrées and Breton dances to romantic mazurkas and sensual five-time waltzes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, get your dancing shoes ready!
If you prefer not to dance come along and just enjoy the social occasion and the wonderful music.
If you have never tried French and Breton dancing before why not come along and give it a go, for most of the Breton dances you do not require a partner and some are fairly simple to pick up. Most towns in Brittany have a fest noz (night dance) in the summer, often weekly where the whole community comes together, dances, socialises and has a drink or two. We try to emulate this with our bals. There will be lots of people who will help you with the steps.
No bar please bring your own refreshments.

Facing The Light
2025-09-25 17:30 - 2025-10-04 20:30 | Atelier Gallery, 44 High Street, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4EW, United Kingdom

The Saxons 5 Mile Race
2025-10-05 11:00 - 13:00 | Carlton Park Sports Pavilion, Carlton Park, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1AT, United Kingdom
The Saxons 5 Mile Race (Race licence 29696) is held at Saxmundham Running & Fitness, Carlton Park, Saxmundham, IP17 1AT.
The main race starts at 11 am and is open to all runners aged 15 and over.
Taking place on Sunday 5th October 2025, the Saxons 5 Mile Race is a chip timed, multi terrain run on playing field, footpaths and off road that is fully marshalled and sign posted. There will be winner’s prizes and a race memento for every finisher!
The route takes runners from the sports field at Carlton Park Sports Ground towards Brook Farm Road and Kelsale, where it then loops round and finishes back at the sports field.

Saxmundham Saturday Market
2025-10-11 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Fromus Square, IP17 1DD
Artisan monthly market in the picturesque surroundings of Fromus Square. Featuring a range of stall selling local and artisan products.
Interested stallholders are invited to contact bookings@saxmundham-tc.gov.uk

Akenfield
2025-10-11 14:30 - 17:30, 2025-10-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Saxmundham Market Hall, High Street, Saxmundham, IP171AF, United Kingdom
SHAKE is delighted to announce the famous Suffolk-based sculptor LAURENCE EDWARDS has
joined the creative team for the new stage production of AKENFIELD.
“I’m intrigued to work within a stage set, designing all the elements. It’s a fascinating new
challenge for a sculptor” he said from his studio in Saxmundham. “Akenfield is part of my
background, and close to the hearts of so many in Suffolk and wider East Anglia.”
The newly completed play has been adapted from Ronald Blythe’s iconic Akenfield; Portrait of an
English Village. The new play has been written by Glenn Wilhide, who lives in Suffolk full time
and is best known for producing the first series of The Royle Family with Caroline Aherne, among
other TV and film credits.
“Writing a play for Suffolk people to perform, based on Ronald Blythe’s superb writing, has been
an exciting project.”
Taking its lead from the 1975 film which was performed by non-professional local people, and
echoing the book itself with its 49 testimonies by local people, the stage play of Akenfield is being
cast authentically from within the Suffolk community.
Traditional and original music for the production is being composed by the young local Folk
musician Finn Collinson, who will be playing live on stage with other musicians during
performances.
Produced by Jenny Hall and Liz Cook via the Benhall-based theatre company SHAKE Festival, and
directed by Jenny Hall, the new play will initially be performed as 9 previews in Framlingham,
Halesworth, Ipswich, Stowmarket and Saxmundham.

Family History Group- Drop In Session
2025-10-14 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-11-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Saxmundham Library
Interested in researching your family history? Would you like to know more about the different types of records and how to access them?
Join Jane (a library volunteer and also one of our members) for her free family-history group sessions,between 2:30 and 4:30pm on the second Tuesday of every month at Saxmundham Library.She is experienced in Family History researchand happy to help you learn how to find those hard-to-find family details and DNA testing.Visit https://www.suffolklibraries.co.uk/whats-on/family-history-group-saxmundham for all dates.
These sessions are free to attend, but donations are appreciated to support Saxmundham Library.

Saxmundham Library, Street Farm Road (near the railway bridge), IP17 1AL

The Hollond Family of Great Ashfield House - a Talk by Dave Steward
2025-10-20 14:30 - 16:30 | The Fromus Centre, Street Farm Road, Saxmundham, IP17 1AL, United Kingdom
Join local historian Dave Steward on Monday 20th October, 2.30pm at the Fromus Centre, Saxmundham, for a fascinating talk on the Hollond Family of Great Ashfield House. Discover stories of art, eccentricity, and isolation. £1 members / £3 visitors, refreshments included.

Read more here.

Creative Cooking with Art Station
2025-11-04 16:00 - 2025-12-09 18:00 | The Fromus Centre, Street Farm Road, Saxmundham, IP17 1AL, United Kingdom
FREE Family cooking sessions start on Tuesday 4th November, 4pm – 6pm at The Fromus Centre, Saxmundham.
All ingredients, utensils etc are provided!
The sessions will run for 6 weeks in a row, last session being Tuesday 9th December.
These sessions are a relaxed, fun and creative way to cook together with your family. The sessions will be led by cook Zoe Cosgrove, using produce from Saxmundham Community Fridge, you will learn how to make the most of produce available at this local resource and create simple tasty meals.
You will take what you have made/prepared home along with any left over produce left from each session. Please bring a bag!

Market Hall Dances - Market Hall, Saxmundham - IP17 1AF
2025-11-22 20:00 - 22:30 | Saxmundham Market Hall, High Street, Saxmundham, IP171AF, United Kingdom
Our second bal (dance) in this series of dances is with a duo – Geoff Liles & Annette Davies.
All the way from Wales, Geoff & Annette have been playing for French and Breton dancing for 16 years, playing accordion, guitar, fiddles and mandolin as a duo and as part of a five piece group, Kantef. Their repertoire includes a mixture of traditional French and Breton tunes and their own compositions, with arrangements influenced by their love of folk and classical music from England, Wales and Europe. Annette is also an experienced dance teacher and has taught French and Breton dance at events across the UK and France.
If you have never tried French and Breton dancing before why not come along and give it a go, for most of the Breton dances you do not require a partner and some are fairly simple to pick up. Most towns in Brittany have a fest noz (night dance) in the summer, often weekly where the whole community comes together, dances, socialises and has a drink or two. We try to emulate this with our bals. There will be lots of people who will show you the steps. If you are not a dancer why not come along and just enjoy the wonderful music.

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-11-29 10:00 - 12:00 | St Johns Church, : Church Hill, Saxmundham, IP17 1ES, United Kingdom
