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BUNGAY POP ALONG
Bungay Pop Along. Come and have a chat with your local Town and District Councillor, Community Connector and East Suffolk's Communities Officer. Tuesday 1st February, 10am - 12pm at Bungay Library.
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL HIGHWAYS
SUFFOLK COUNTY HIGHWAYS ROAD CLOSURES BUNGAY, TRAFFIC CONTROL
20th to 24th, St. John's Hill - Some carriageway incursion
24th to 27th January, Beccles Road closed - access only Essex & Suffolk Water
24th to 27th January, Kents Lane - closed, diversion route in place
24th January to 4th February, St. John's Hill - traffice control multi-way
VACANCY FOR COUNCILLOR
Candidates are asked to read the qualifying criteria and complete the application form click here
Waveney Leaf invites you to drop in at The Recycled Weasel, 48 St. Mary's Street, Bungay. 1-3pm, Monday 28th February, Monday 28th March and Monday 25th April.
FREE KIDS CLUBS Wednesdays commencing 19th January, 5.30 to 6.30pm.
People in Norfolk and Waveney, experiencing a Mental Health crisis can now benefit from a dedicated car crewed by a Paramedic and a Specialist Mental Health Practitioner. Click on the title above to be directed to their dedicated website page.
Bungay Community Support is available to anyone in Bungay and the neighbouring vilages who needs extra support. Call 0300 365 2995, leave a message and a trained volunteer will call you back.
JAMES PAGET HOPSITAL are inviting your views including their ambitious plans for a new hospital, and asking for the views of patients and local communities of what is important to them.
FREE TRANSPORT TO YOUR BOOSTER APPOINTMENT
HOME ALONE AND SUFFOLK ADVICE AND SUPPORT SERVICE. Please click on the attached image for more information and contact numbers.
THE BUNGAY SHOPPA bus service commences Thursday 28th October 2021 and will run every Thursday until 3rd February, and on Sunday 5th December for the Christmas Street Market.
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY FLOODING
Community Flood Group Volunteers Required. Please click on the image for more information.
PUBLIC TOILET REFURBISHMENT COMPLETED
REFURBISHMENT OF PUBLIC TOILETS HAS NOW BEEN COMPLETED
The Public Toilets located in both Cross Street and Priory Lane are owned and maintained on behalf of Bungay Town Council by Waveney Norse. Any comments or information please email: admin@bungaytowncouncil.gov.uk Tel: 01986 894236 (option 2), or in an emergency call: 03450 402020 (office hours), 0800 440 2516 (out of office hours).
BUNGAY YOUNG PERSON SUPPORT YOUTH DROP-IN CENTRE
Wednesday's 6-8pm, re-opening in early 2022, date to be confirmed.
The Riverside Centre, Bungay NR35 1BF
For more details click on the image or heading to see a recent press article.
Supported by ACCESS Community Trust
Yoga with Jodie at the Riverside Centre, Bungay NR35 1BF.
Friday mornings, 9am to 9.45am, £5 per session payable on the day.
Contact Jodie Taylor: jodietaylor@yandex.com
Live Well with Leigh. The Maltings Sports Ground, Ditchingham NR35 2SA. See poster for more details.
WILD WELLBEING for older community members at The Staithe, Bungay NR35 1BF.
The next session will be on Friday 7th January 2022, 10am - 12.pm - Meet at the Riverside Centre
Please contact: Rachel 07754 124533 rachel4learninginnature@gmail.com
LET'S DANCE
LET'S DANCE Coming soon to the Riverside, Bungay. Beginner adult and senior classes, a step by step guide to the essential steps and sounds, rhythm and music of tap dancing. For details call Garth on: 07767 357581, or email: garthsfp@hotmail.co.uk
Bungay Earthwake Outdoor Club, Environmental Club for 9 - 14 yrs.Saturday 22nd January 2022, 2pm to 5pm, meet at the free car park at Outney Common NR35 1DS.
The project aimed at brightening up Bungay Town Centre has given some empty shops a new lease of life.
Bungay Temporary Post Office
Bungay Temporary Post Office is located at Town Hall, 1a Broad Street, Bungay NR35 1EE
Open Monday to Friday 08.30am to 5pm.
Please note we are closed between 12.30 and 1.00pm
SUFFOLK POLICE STREET MEETS. Amy Yeldham and her team will once again welcome you to visit them to ask questions and seek advice. They also offer free bike and property security marking at all street meets.
Friday 12th November, 10am to midday, Bungay Co-op, Wharton Street Car Park, Bungay.
Saturday 13th November, 12.30- to 2.30pm at Priory Lane Car Park, Bungay.
BUNGAY COMMUNITY MARKETPLACE
BUNGAY COMMUNITY MARKETPLACE to find out about local groups and services. Thursday 4th November 2021, 4pm - 7pm at the Fisher Theater. Entrance is FREE and all are welcome.
BUNGAY NEIGHBOURHOOD DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Visit us at Bungay Coop on Saturday 23rd October, 10am - 12 noon.The Bungay Neighbourhood Development Plan will guide the future development for Bungay over the next 15 years. The Public Consultation period will be from 10th September - 5th November 2021. Click on the image to find links to opies of the draft plan and the dates, times and locations of the public consultations along with a link to the survey.
CLIMATE CHANGE FORUM
Climate Change Forum 'Making a Difference' Saturday 13th November 2021, 9.30am at Southwold Arts Centre.
BUNGAY TOWN TRAIL map and guide are available free of charge from
Bungay Town Hall & Council Offices, 1A Broad St, Bungay, Suffolk NR35 1EE
Bungay Community Library, Wharton St, Bungay NR35 1EL and other locations including The Chocolate Box, Ma Belle, Giddens & Thompson, The Green Dragon and Earsham Street Cafe
PLACES CALLED HOME A funding programme supported by IKEA and the National Lottery Community Fund.
Please Note: These works were not able to start as planned and new dates are to be provided.
FALCON BRIDGE Temporary road closure Monday 16th August t0 Friday 20th August.
Bridge Street will be closed each day to ensure that the works can be carried out safely.
Click on this link for a map of the diversion route.
SUMMER FUN in Bungay every Thursday
These activities have now concluded, and we are delighted to say that the events were highly successful. Please watch this space for half-term events.
Starting 29th July for 5 Weeks 11am to 2pm. Just click on the title or image to reserve your places now.
TOWN CLERK VACANCY
TOWN CLERK VACANCY
This vacancy has now been filed. Thank you to all who applied for this prestigeous position.
SWIFT AWARENESS WEEK commencing Saturday 3rd July 2021.
NHS & GENERAL PRACTICE SHARING YOUR DATA
NHS & GENERAL PRACTICE - SHARING YOUR DATA.
Make your choice. Choose if data from your health record is shared for research and planning.
HEARTS & MINDS supports Bungay to become a mental health friendly community. Course starts Tuesday 14th September 4-6pm then runs weekly for 6 weeks at the Riverside Centre, The Staithe, Bungay NR35 1BF. Contact Beth.stephens@access.org / 07817 313593.
A film about the hearts and minds project in Bungay can be viewed by clicking on the banner above.
ALGAL BLOOMS ON LAKES AND RIVERS
ALGAL BLOOMS ON LAKES AND RIVERS
Please click on the image to find advice from the Environment Agency on naturally occuring Algal Blooms
QUEENS PLATINUM JUBILEE PLANS UNVEILED
The Queens Platinum Jubillee Plans are unveiled, marking the Queen's 70-Year reign. There will be a four-day bank holiday weekend commencing Thursday 2nd June 2022.
Suffolk Community Restart aims to support groups and organisations of all sizes.
Recycling Locator to find out what you can take to a bring bank
HOME TESTING KITS - HOW TO ORDER
A kiosk will be located in St. Mary's Street between 10am and 12.30pm on Wednesday 26th May 2021, and staff will be on hand to explain and advise.
PRIDE MONTH TAKING PLACE THROUGHOUT JUNE.
The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) have set up a new national network for LGBT and Councillors.
Pride in Suffolk's past explores the hidden histories of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender non-conforming people in Suffolk's past.
Drugs awareness webinars for Suffolk taking place in May and June
Understanding the hidden impact of periods
Understanding the hidden impact of periods. Residents in East Suffolk are invited to have their say.
His Royal Highness, the Duke of Edinburgh
The online book of condolences is open for residents to pay their respects and show their love and support for the Royal Family.
YES2TEST COVID BUS
Suffolk County Council's Covid Test Bus will be outside Bungay Coop on Wednesday 23rd June from 9am to 4.30pm.
BUNGAY PRIDE CAKE COMPETITION
BUNGAY PRIDE CAKE COMPETITION Bungay's very own 'bake-off'. Children and adult catergories. Entry forms available form the Library, Sew and So's or by email: bungayvolunteers@gmail.com Funds in aid of Bungay Community Support (BCS).
STAITHE FOOTBRIDGE
BUNGAY STAITHE FOOTBRIDGE has now been re-opened!
Streaming June 2021
A partnership between The Restoration Trust and the UpShoot Theatre Company
Contact us: Monday to Friday 08.30am to 5pm Tel. 01986 894236
Town Clerk: Wendy Alcock Email: clerk@bungaytowncouncil.gov.uk
Deputy Celrk: Edwin Rosier Email: edwin.rosier@bungaytowncouncil.gov.uk
The offices are currently closed to visitors, and staff are working from home
Closed for Christmas & New Year from 24th December to 3rd January 2022
FILM OF BUNGAY
JOIN LOCAL RESIDENT JOHN S. CLARKE MBE AND ENJOY HIS FILM OF BUNGAY
Music composed by William Drew-Batty
FREE OUTDOOR TABLE TENNIS
Get your Table Tennis Bats and Balls
EAST SUFFOLK PARKING
Tel: 01502 523260 Email: Parking.services@eastsuffolk.gov.uk
https://www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk/visitors/parking-services/
WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?
CLICK HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF SERVICES PROVIDED BY BUNGAY TOWN COUNCIL, EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL AND SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL.
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