Suffolk &amp; Cambs


<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pull-up-a-chair">Pull up a chair! </h3>



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<p>There’s a brand-new way to make your meals a little more magical in Bury St Edmunds and Cambridge. <a href="https://www.jointhetable.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Join The Table</a> is a fresh new start-up built on a simple idea — great conversations are best served alongside great food. Launching soon, the platform connects people who love dining out with others who share the same passion for food, chat and meeting new faces. Restaurants across the UK will be setting aside special “open” tables where you can book a seat, tuck in, and strike up a conversation with fellow foodies. Think of it as social dining with a delicious twist — perfect for anyone who believes a good meal is even better when shared.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-cheers-to-the-champ">Cheers to the champ!</h3>



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<p>Raise your pint glasses, folks — <strong><a href="https://adnams.co.uk/products/brewery-tour" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Adnams</a></strong> has every reason to celebrate this week, as its own Head Brewer, <strong>Dan Gooderham</strong>, has been crowned <em>Brewer of the Year</em> at The Brewers Journal Awards. Chosen from a pool of top brewing talent across the UK and Ireland, Dan’s win caps off a golden run of accolades for the iconic Suffolk brand, hot on the heels of recent triumphs for its Ghost Ship Alcohol Free and Double Ghost IPA. A Bungay lad through and through, Dan grew up around the Green Dragon pub before studying Brewing &amp; Distilling at Heriot-Watt University. He joined Adnams back in 2011 and took the reins as Head Brewer a decade later. True to form, he couldn’t collect his award in person — he was Stateside, hand-picking hops for Adnams’ next big creation. We’ll drink to that!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-key-to-success">A key to success</h3>



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<p>And a big cheers to <strong>The Swan in Southwold</strong>, which has just been awarded a coveted <a href="https://guide.michelin.com/en/hotels-stays/southwold/the-swan-southwold-10441?hotelId=10441&amp;q=UK&amp;nA=1&amp;nC=0&amp;nR=1&amp;arr=2025-11-06&amp;dep=2025-11-07">Michelin Key</a> — a brand-new distinction celebrating excellence in hotels and hospitality. Sitting proudly in the heart of the seaside town, The Swan is the jewel in Adnams’ crown — and a personal fave of Muddy ed, Holly. Behind its elegant Georgian façade lies a vibrant, playful interior that’s as stylish as it is welcoming, complete with antique-style furniture in bold, modern hues. Pop into the Tap Room for a relaxed pint or head to the Still Room for refined modern British dining. It’s a well-deserved win for one of Suffolk’s finest stays!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-southern-soul-returns">Southern soul returns</h3>



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<p>Dust off your denim and mark your calendars — <a href="https://www.redrooster.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Red Rooster Festival</a> is back for its 12th year, bringing all the soul, blues, roots and country vibes to the glorious grounds of Euston Hall, Suffolk, from<strong> 28–30 May 2026</strong>. The much-loved, fiercely independent festival has carved out a reputation for its laid-back charm, Southern hospitality and unbeatable soundtrack. Expect toe-tapping tunes, mouthwatering food and that signature Suffolk sunshine (fingers crossed!). And if you’re already dreaming of lazy days and late-night jams, Early Bird tickets are on sale now — go grab yours before they fly!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-taking-centre-stage">Taking centre stage</h3>



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<p>A standing ovation, please, for a powerhouse new partnership lighting up the East Anglian arts scene! Seven of the region’s leading theatre and arts organisations have joined forces to launch the East Anglian Touring Consortium — an ambitious first-of-its-kind collaboration designed to shake up midscale touring and bring brilliant, homegrown theatre to audiences across the region (and beyond). The line-up includes local heavyweights <strong>Eastern Angles</strong>, <strong>HighTide</strong>, <strong>Landmark Theatres</strong>, <strong>Mercury Theatre Colchester</strong>, <strong>New Wolsey Theatre</strong>, <strong>Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch</strong>, and <strong>Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds</strong> — all working together to champion new writing, local talent and greener, more sustainable touring. Backed by Arts Council England and National Lottery funding, this is local creativity taking a well-deserved bow!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-scent-sational-afternoons">Scent-sational afternoons</h3>



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<p>Bedford Lodge Hotel &amp; Spa is serving up a seriously chic treat on <strong>19 Nov</strong> — a <a href="https://www.bedfordlodgehotel.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jo Malone–inspired Afternoon Tea</a> that’s as fragrant as it is flavourful. Guests can indulge in a line-up of sweet delights, each inspired by one of Jo Malone’s iconic scents (think elegance, charm and a dash of pure luxury). While you nibble and sip, the Jo Malone team will be on hand to introduce their latest winter fragrances and help you find your perfect perfume match. It’s the ultimate blend of indulgence and inspiration — and a dreamy way to tick a few Christmas gifts off your list, too.</p>


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