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May events
The Place for Plants, East Bergholt Place Garden - Open Garden for NGS

20 acre woodland garden originally laid out at the turn of the last century by the present owners great grandfather. Full of many fine trees and shrubs, many seldom seen in East Anglia.
The Place for Plants, East Bergholt Place Garden, East Bergholt CO7 6UP
Sun 16 Apr, Sun 7 May
The Red House - Open Garden for NGS

The former home of the renowned British composer Benjamin Britten and partner, the tenor Peter Pears. The 5 acre garden provides an atmospheric setting for the house they shared and contain many plants loved by the couple.
The Red House, Aldeburgh IP15 5PZ
Mon 1 May
Giovanni: Made in Italy

Strictly Come Dancing 2021 champion and dance heart-throb Giovanni Pernice invites you to join him on a journey to his homeland for his brand new 2023 production of ‘Made
in Italy’.
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
Wed 3 May
Killer Queen

Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned Killer Queen the title of Queen tribute...
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
Fri 5 May
Sun Records The Concert - 70th Anniversary

Where Rock’n’Roll Was Born – the Official Sun Records Concert Show
70th Anniversary of Elvis’ First Recording Session
On July 18, 1953, Presley first walked through the doors of the Memphis Recording Service at the Sun Record Company, now
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
Sat 6 May
Fullers Mill Garden - Open Garden for NGS

An enchanting 7 acre garden on the banks of the River Lark. A beautiful site with light dappled woodland and a plantsmans paradise of rare and unusual shrubs, perennials and marginals planted with great natural charm.
Fullers Mill Garden, West Stow IP28 6HD
Sun 7 May
Finndale House - Open Garden for NGS

A Georgian house surrounded by 10 acres of garden and meadows which are bisected by a Monet style bridge over the River Lark. The garden was designed 30 years ago and has been refreshed by recent additions.
Finndale House, Woodbridge IP13 6UD
Sun 7 May
Grundisburgh House - Open Garden for NGS

3 acre garden wrapping around classic Georgian house (not open), highlights inc natural swimming pond, formal garden, spring bulbs and fruit blossom, roses, irises and hydrangeas.
Grundisburgh House, Woodbridge IP13 6UD
Sun 7 May
The Old Rectory, Nacton - Open Garden for NGS

Just under 2 acres of garden divided into areas for different seasons: mature trees and herbaceous borders, ample spring bulbs and blossom. Light soil so many self sown flowers.
The Old Rectory, Nacton, Nacton IP10 0HY
Sun 7 May
T Rextasy

Marc Bolan, with his band T.Rex, was one of the most flamboyant and charismatic stars of the original glam rock era.
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
Fri 12 May
Bon Jovi Forever

The only Bon Jovi tribute show you need to see!
A high energy, electric packed show guaranteed to raise your hands.
BJF are committed to reviving the 80/90s style show, receiving rave reviews from fans and venue’s all over the UK.
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
Sat 13 May
Weird and Wonderful Wood


Haughley Park, Wetherden, Stowmarket IP14 3JY
Sat 13 May and Sun 14 May
Premium
Coronation Dance


Bucklesham Village Hall, Bucklesham, Suffolk IP10 0DR
Sat 13 May
The Grand Suffolk Wedding Fair at St. Edmundsbury


St. Edmundsbury Cathedral
Angel Hill,, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 1LS
Sat 13 May
Milkshake Live

Milkshake! Monkey is back and can’t wait to put on a spectacular NEW Show for you all, joined by some of his favourite Milkshake! friends plus two Milkshake Presenters creating the most dazzling show you have ever seen!
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
Sun 14 May
Scummy Mummies

Join Ellie and Helen as they celebrate ten years of scumminess! For a decade now, the Scummy Mummies have been touring their hit comedy show to sold-out audiences around the country.
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
Thu 18 May
Dr Amir Khan: Doctor In The House

Dr Amir Khan, everyone’s favourite family doctor, has announced his first ever live dates and will be appearing in Bury St Edmunds Tues 23rd May at The Apex.
The Apex, 1 Charter Square St, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 3FD
Fri 19 May
The Lodge - Open Garden for NGS

A self-made country garden, surrounded by beautiful parkland established from blank canvas over 20yrs but recently remodelled.
The Lodge, Bury St Edmunds IP30 0ED
Sat 20 May
Otley Hall - Open Garden for NGS

The 10 acres of both formal and informal gardens at Otley Hall are managed with an eye to nature. The gardens feature 3 medieval/ Elizabethan Garden recreations by Sylvia Landsberg, stew ponds and woodland.
Otley Hall, Ipswich IP6 9PA
Sat 20 May
Midnight Walk

St Elizabeth Hospice’s Midnight Walk is back & brighter than ever!
Join us on Saturday 20 May at Ipswich Town FC for Midnight Walk 2023!
The event is returning to the town centre with a 5 or 10 mile route to choose from.
Ipswich Town Football Club, Portman Road IP1 2DA
Sat 20 May
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