Charity Concert for 'Music Matters'. Beethoven Symphony No.5 in C minor Faure Requiem in D minor Roderick Elms 'Fiesta!' Admission by programme 10 Unreserved seating

As the shipping forecast embarks on its second century, Charlie Connellys hilarious and informative show brings the quirky broadcast vividly to life, celebrating what he firmly believes to be the greatest invention of the modern age. How did a weather forecast for mariners capture the hearts of a nation, from salty old sea dog to insomniac landlubber? How is it possible for rain later to be good? And where the hell is North Utsire? Delving into the history of the forecast and the extraordinary people who made it, Charlie explains what all those curious phrases really mean, celebrates its wide cultural impact, shares rip-roaring adventures from his own extraordinary journey through the 31 sea areas and presents his case for the shipping forecast being our finest achievement. Inspired by Charlies bestselling book, which has sold more than a quarter of a million copies, this pacy, moving and hilarious show is selling out theatres up and down the land as it takes you all the way from Viking to South-East Iceland. Attention All Shipping guarantees the shipping forecast will never sound the same again. Charlie Connelly is one of the funniest people I have ever had the pleasure of sitting in a studio withHe has a natural wit that doesnt get crushed by an over-zealous ego with a lovely personality attached to it. Fi Glover, broadcaster Charlie is always warm, funny and engagingI actually sent him a fan letter - and I've never done that to anyone in my life before. Bernard Sumner, New Order I can thoroughly recommend an evening spent in the company of the very funny and very lovely Charlie Connelly whose knowledge of what I call the ships is excellent. Souwesters optional. Corrie Corfield, BBC Radio 4

BRENTWOOD MAC An outstanding tribute to the music of Fleetwood Mac. Brentwood Mac returns to the Jubilee Hall after a sell-out show last year. They are consistently selling out their concerts in Essex and beyond so find out why and join us for an evening of fabulous Fleetwood Mac music! Brentwood Mac is a charismatic musical ensemble dedicated to bringing the timeless melodies of Fleetwood Mac to life. Their repertoire spans all eras of the band, from the early Peter Green days to their iconic hits and their attention to detail in capturing the nuances of each era ensures an authentic and unforgettable experience for audiences. From the haunting vocals of Stevie Nicks to the driving rhythms of Mick Fleetwood, Brentwood Mac pays homage to every member of Fleetwood Mac. Whether youre a Fleetwood Mac enthusiast or a new listener, Brentwood Mac promises a night of captivating music thats sure to leave you wanting more! Following a string of sell-out concerts we recommend that you buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

An evening of music, written by Paul McCartney and spanning over 70 years, is performed by The Paul McCartney Project. The story of one of rock musics most successful and talented songwriters is told through live music, video and narrative and features songs from an enormous back catalogue including those from his time with Wings, The Beatles and his solo career. Enjoy the power and energy of such hits as Live and Let Die, Band on the Run, Let em In, Silly Love Songs, Hello Goodbye and many more. Don't miss out on this incredible tribute to the legendary Paul McCartney.

Apollo Theatre Company presents Ode to Joyce, the songs and monologues of Joyce Grenfell. Compiled and performed by Cheryl Knight. Co-devised and directed by Paul Knight. Joyce Grenfell was one of the greatest female entertainers of the twentieth century, loved the world over for her hilarious and beautifully observed monologues and songs, as well as numerous film, television and radio appearances. Her legacy continued through the work of Victoria Wood, who cited her as being a great influence, as well as an array of female comedians including Miranda Hart. First conceived in honour of her centenary year and playing to sell-out audiences at the Edinburgh Festival, this revue has been delighting audiences ever since. In this gem of nostalgia, which recreates the setting of one of Joyces stage shows, Cheryl Knight absolutely captures her spirit (Everything Theatre). Woven between the well-known songs and monologues are some of her more delicate and poignant pieces, as well as some rare and exclusive material. Truly a labour of love, this show brings back to life an extraordinary entertainer. This performance will end at approximately 4pm.

22nd December, 1917. There is a knock at the door of Millicent Fawcetts home on Gower Street, Bloomsbury. Lady Ottoline Morrell has crossed from her home at 44 Bedford Square to express her condolences for the loss of a beloved sister. Millicent Fawcett, leader of the suffragists, is about to open the door to the patroness of the Bloomsbury Group. Ottolines vast circle of friends includes Prime Ministers and novelists, painters and philosophers. Her world is tainted by the whiff of scandal and the whisper of notoriety. Millicent on the other hand has been unwavering in her dedication to the crusade for womens suffrage. Across The Square imagines what might have occurred in an encounter between these two sharply contrasting women from very different worlds. Each in their own way, Lady Ottoline Morrell and Millicent Fawcett have left an indelible legacy on our political and cultural landscape yet they have languished too long in the twilight of obscurity, overshadowed by others. In a show full of both laughter and drama, Across the Square seeks to shine a light on these immensely influential women. Written by international award-winning writer, Non Vaughan-OHagan and directed by Alex Pearson, Across the Square had its premiere at the Bloomsbury Festival and a sellout revival at Londons Jermyn Street Theatre. Will these two extraordinary women find common ground? Two differing world views are about to collide over a glass of sherry. www.acrossthesquare.co.uk [//www.acrossthesquare.co.uk] @AcrosstheSquare This event will finish at approximately 4.10pm.

A relaxed morning recital featuring musicians from the Prometheus Orchestra. Performers Stephanie Wingham - Flute Tim Eaton - Oboe Cliff Wybrow - Clarinet Steve Lock - Bassoon Helen Cass - French horn Programme to include Malcom Arnold - Three Shanties for Wind Quintet Ferenc Farkas - Early Hungarian Dances from the 17th century for Wind Quintet The event ends at approximately 12 noon. Tickets: 15 including a free tea or coffee.

Poised precisely on the brink, Women On The Edge lies well short of good behaviour. Charlie Bicknell and Louise Innes take on life, maturity and modern madness in a show which doesnt just sail close to the wind, but blasts right through it. A kaleidoscope of songs is peppered with irreverent radio broadcast detours, inevitable surprises and is accompanied by pianist David Harrod and features Solomon Bain. Its a sharp-witted, funny and deliciously unpredictable evening youll struggle to forget. 'Lean way back in your seat and enjoy the ride. Godfrey Smith - The Times For more information see [http://www.charliebicknell.com]www.charliebicknell.com [//www.charliebicknell.com] Click for a taste of Charlie & Louise's past shows: Cabaret With Claws short trailer [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5r3kdx85-Q8] Charlie Bicknell - 'No Angel' : Showreel [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Be5LK95u9M0]

The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there. When young Leo Colston spends the summer of 1900 in rural Norfolk, he becomes the unwitting messenger between two forbidden lovers. What begins as an innocent errand soon unravels into a dangerous web of love, loss and betrayal in a summer that is destined to end in tragedy. Inspired by L.P. Hartleys classic novel, this bold new stage adaptation is a haunting showcase of the beautiful landscape of Norfolk and the thrilling power of live theatre. With original live music, striking visuals and a powerful sense of place, the quiet intensity and pressures of rural life are brought vividly to life in this new play. Discover The Go Between and experience a summer thats impossible to forget.

On Memoir As the recent furore over Raynor Winns The Salt Path has shown, memoir is the most fraught and contentious of genres, one that raises huge issues about honesty, candour, consent and the tension between those who write and those who are written about. In this talk Blake Morrison will consider the demands and rewards of the form, while offering guidance to those write memoir and those who read it. Blake Morrison is a poet, novelist, dramatist and librettist best known for his three memoirs And When Did You Last See Your Father, Things My Mother Never Told Me and Two Sisters. Earlier this year he published On Memoir: An A-Z of Life Writing, described as a freewheeling exploration of narrative non-fiction, its challenges, ethics and charms, and its power to move and change us. From AI to Ethics to Politics to Sex, there is something for every reader and writer in this modern classic. Ticket includes a free hot drink. This talk will finish at approximately 12pm.

Award-winning jazz vocalist Clare Teal performs with the magnificent Jazz @ Jubilee Trio for an afternoon of exhilarating swing, rich sounds and stories. Clare Teal is one of Britains most celebrated jazz vocalists, known for her immaculate voice (Sunday Times) and bighearted performances (Independent on Sunday). Since her first releases on Candid in 2001, she has amassed a devoted following with 22 albums, numerous awards and landmark performances at the Royal Albert Hall, Glastonbury Festival, Love Supreme and beyond. A passionate advocate for swing and bigband music, Teal writes, broadcasts and tours extensively, bringing her unique blend of wit, warmth and worldclass musicianship to audiences across the globe. Jazz @ Jubilee Trio Jim Watson piano Simon Little bass George Double drums Critics have hailed Teal as a sensation in the world of jazz Mail on Sunday one of those rarities who masters both standards and original material The Observer the only singer aroundto get anywhere near the might that was Ella Fitzgerald Jazzwise

Get ready for a evening of big laughs! Join us for a fantastic night headlined by the hilarious Christian Reilly, with superb support from the whimsical storyteller Charmian Hughes and the fast-rising star Louie McLean. Christian Reilly blends clever storytelling, quick-fire wit and outstanding musical comedy into a truly unforgettable live show. With the wonderfully eccentric humour of Charmian Hughes and the deadpan comedy of Louie McLean, this is a line-up packed with personality, originality, and plenty of surprises. Suitable for ages 18+ Christian Reilly is a global comedy circuit headliner and has appeared at numerous international comedy festivals, on BBC radio and TV, and in four series of the Chortle Award-winning stand-up and sketch show Richard Herring: As It Occurs To Me. In 2015, BBC Radio 4 followed Christian on the road to the Edinburgh Fringe for Lives In a Landscape. An amazingly high-quality show BROADWAY BABY Seriously catchy tuneshysterical material THREE WEEKS Like watching Jack Dee and Bill Bailey simultaneously I dont think Ive ever come so close to hyperventilating with laughter THE STUDENT Watch Christian Reilly HERE [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxZlpFHprR8] Watch Charmian Hughes HERE [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pw6pVFBELw] Watch Louie McLean HERE [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7ir1Ifs1Rk]

Apollo Theatre Company presentsCult Figure: Kenneth Williams Written and Performed by Colin Elmer Directed by Tim Astley Kenneth Williams was one of the most unique and beloved figures in British comedy history. From show stealing performances on the radio in Hancocks Half Hour and Round the Horne and over twenty years of starring in the Carry On films to becoming the darling of the chat shows, Williams was a rare talent who could turn from broad slapstick to erudite wit in a split second. Celebrated actor and impressionist, Colin Elmer, who played Kenneth Williams in the UK tours of Round the Horne and Hancocks Half Hour, reprises his role in this new production, telling the great mans story in his own words, using anecdotes, writings and some of the material for which the comedy legend was so well-known. So stop messing about and join us for a hilarious and engaging evening in the company of a true cult figure. funny, fast-paced and beautifully performed Birmingham Review Colin Elmer... embodies the voice, mannerisms and movements of Williams so impressively that its as close as you can get to seeing the man himself. The Bath & Wiltshire Parent Colin Elmer has Williams demeanour, voice and range. His comic timing is off the planet. Its rare for an actor to create such an atmosphere of depth and warmth. worldstage.uk Elmers performance is a great success... convincing and sympathetic South Bristol Voice

Curious about learning an instrument? Come along to our family fun, hands-on Come and Play event and discover the joy of making music together. Each 45-minute session is led by friendly music staff from Suffolk County Music Service, with small groups (max 15 participants) so everyone gets a chance to try instruments up close. Spend 10 minutes at each station (woodwind, brass, strings & percussion) experimenting with different sounds, then finish by choosing your favourite instrument and learning a simple tune together as a group. Perfect for beginners, curious minds, and anyone who wants to experience the thrill of playing music for the very first time. No experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm! Session Times: 10am 10.45am / 11am 11.45am / 12pm 12.45pm Pay What You Can (suggested 5 per person). Booking is encouraged as spaces are limited. Everyone age 4+ welcome.

The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall 20th July to 26th July 2026 Described by the author as, A Trivial Comedy for Serious People, Wildes genre-crossing masterpiece of Romcom meets Satire has everything. Starting with lightest-touch, highbrow wit, it moves through thwarted romance to true love, by way of mistaken-identity impostor-farce. Chosen as ACTs tribute production to the life and work of our late patron, Jill Freud, it embodies her wise advice, comedies are twice as funny when they have a big heart. Running time approximately 2hrs with interval. Tickets 18 or 24 depending on location. Evenings Monday to Saturday at 7:30pm and Matinees at 4pm on Thursdays and Saturdays. (For further information, disabled access, or group bookings please call 01728 343344.) Suitable for all ages - we look forward to welcoming you. Please allow sufficient time to arrive and park, there may be road closures or diversions. Also at Southwold Arts Centre Wednesday 29th July to Saturday 1st August and Wednesday 5th to Saturday 8th August. (No shows at Southwold Arts Centre on Sundays, Mondays or Tuesdays).

Love from a Stranger by Louise Page Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall Monday 27th July to Saturday 1st August and Monday 3rd to Saturday 8th August. Classic Agatha Christie Adaptation. A nerve-jangling Psychological Thriller, adapted from a short story by the Queen of Crime. In isolated, tension-filled Philomel Cottage, theres something terrible building between whirlwind-romance newlyweds Alix and Gerald. But more than one person has more than one murder on their mind, as the edge-of-seat plot draws to its shocking, switchback climax. Running time approximately 2hrs with interval. Tickets 18 or 24 depending on location. Evenings Monday to Saturday at 7:30pm and Matinees at 4pm on Thursdays and Saturdays. (For further information, disabled access, or group bookings please call 01728 343344.) We look forward to welcoming you. Please allow sufficient time to arrive and park, there may be road closures or diversions. (Also at Southwold Arts Centre - Wednesday 12th to Saturday 15th August. No shows at Southwold Arts Centre on Sundays, Mondays or Tuesdays).

Show and Tell by Alan Ayckbourn Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall 10th to 15th August 2026 By special arrangement with Sir Alan Ayckbourn, this UK Regional Premier of his 2024 hit is pure, dark-farce gold from UK Theatres National Treasure. In his love-letter to Theatre 90th play, A Chorus of Disapproval-style backstage antics blend with Situation Comedy, French Farce, echoes of Hamlets play-within-a play, and the octogenarian author's fearless examination of old age. All in one room! A joy (The Times). Still pin-sharp (Daily Mail) Running time approximately 2hrs with interval. Tickets 18 or 24 depending on location. Evenings Monday to Saturday at 7:30pm and Matinees at 4pm on Thursdays and Saturdays. (For further information, disabled access, or group bookings please call 01728 343344.) Suitable for all ages - we look forward to welcoming you. Please allow sufficient time to arrive and park, there may be road closures or diversions. Also at Southwold Arts Centre - Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd August and Wednesday 26th to Saturday 29th August. (No shows at Southwold Arts Centre on Sundays, Mondays or Tuesdays).

Tons of Money by Will Evans & Arthur Valentine Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall Tuesday 18th to Saturday 22nd August and Monday 24th to Saturday 29th August. A reckless-but-charming, Roaring Twenties couple have lost everything except their country house and thats going next! But wait theres a legacy but how to get it? The first and best of the famous Aldwych Farces. With multiple mistaken identities, a cast of eccentrics, fake deaths and real laughs, its the template for all the English Farces that followed. An unerring theatrical delight surely The British Farce (The Daily Mail) Running time approximately 2hrs with interval. Tickets 18 or 24 depending on location. Evenings Monday to Saturday at 7:30pm and Matinees at 4pm on Thursdays and Saturdays. (Except Monday 17th August which is the Aldeburgh Carnival). (For further information, disabled access, or group bookings please call 01728 343344.) Suitable for All. We look forward to welcoming you. Please allow sufficient time to arrive and park, there may be road closures or diversions. (Also at Southwold Arts Centre - Wednesday 2nd to Saturday 5th September. No shows at Southwold Arts Centre on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays.)

Webber & Co. with Metal Rabbit presents in association with High Tide and Harlow Playhouse Fire Fire by John Webber Today Eddie is holding a memorial for his brother at a country park close to their homes on a council estate. Today is also the day Paige decides to close the road to this countryside sanctuary in a protest about climate action. Naturally, when the pair meet sparks fly, insults are traded in a fiery exchange, and then they expect never to see each other again. But they do. Again. And again. And again. Until they feel theres no choice but to join forces and take drastic action together. Fire Fire is an exciting, moving drama about people taking big risks to protest, people who love to hate them, and how some people discover they have a deeper purpose in common.

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. Adapted by Nigel Miles-Thomas Starring Nigel Miles-Thomas and Michael Roy Andrew Directed by Larry Lamb Presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International: www.mtishows.co.uk Set against the harsh backdrop of the Great Depression, Of Mice and Men is the story of George and Lennie, two friends with a simple dream: to own a farm and live off the fat of the land. There are times, though, when sharp-witted George feels the burden of looking after Lennie, while gentle giant Lennie doesn’t realise his own strength… As they drift from job to job, trouble’s never far away, and before long it’s time to move on again. When the pair get work in Soledad, California, however, the dream looks set to become a reality. But a tragic turn of events threatens to destroy George and Lennie’s friendship and leaves George faced with an impossible choice…

The Sounds of Simon is a tribute to the wonderful music of Simon and Garfunkel. Lose yourself to nostalgia with such classics as Mrs Robinson, The Boxer, The Sounds of Silence, and Bridge Over Troubled Water as well as all the others that have established Paul Simon as one of the most successful songwriters of all time. Paul and Art are played to perfection, bringing in elements of their famously fractious relationship, as well as replicating the beautiful harmonies flawlessly. This is a wonderful show filled with excellent music, nostalgia, and a genuine love for some great musicians.

A vibrant and creative quartet of highly regarded, award-winning musicians, who regularly perform at prestigious venues such as Ronnie Scotts club in London. In SeaChange the emphasis is on engaging, memorable melodies, dancy grooves, and fun! Featuring Latin, African and other world music, their performances are renowned for being communicative and uplifting. SeaChanges eclectic repertoire includes Bossa Novas, Afro Cuban rhythms, Cumbias, well known pop/rock standards, and original interpretations of tunes by artists such as Santana, Abdullah Ibrahim, the Buena Vista Social Club, Astor Piazzolla and Grover Washington. Deirdre Cartwright- Guitar Diane McLoughlin - Saxophones, Accordion, Keyboard Alison Rayner- Bass Jessica Palin Congas - Percussion

Doors open at 10.00am and there are hourly time slots throughout the day. Ticket price: Pay what you can A family event for Halloween. From witches frogs to coiled snakes, scary spiders and mini-beast reptiles, you are invited to a Halloween gathering of fantastic beasts and exotic visitors from around the world. Come and meet an extraordinary collection of mammals, invertebrates, reptiles and amphibians in a day-long open-house with the opportunity to get close up to the animals and learn more about them from Our Animal Worlds experts. There will be a Curiosity Corner of reptile skins, feathers, skeletons, insects in resin, fossils and much more to be explored with our magnifying glasses and microscopes when youre not getting close to these amazing animals. The craft corner will host an array of items for you to design and take home - hats, keyrings, bags, magnets to design (this is at an extra cost payable on the day). Dressing up encouraged! Open to all, but we ask that any under 18s are accompanied by an adult at all time. www.ouranimalworld.com [//www.ouranimalworld.com] www.facebook.com/OurAnimalWorld22 [//www.facebook.com/OurAnimalWorld22]

WASHED UP IN WALBERSWICK arrives at the Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall this autumn. ANYTHING CAN WASH UP ON THE NORTH SEA COAST So far and for no good reason this company has created a tranche of tasteless comedies, featuring sexual shenanigans and frivolous filth, including Death in Southwold, No Sex in Southwold, Sex & Death in Southwold , and last years infamous Salacious Secrets in Southwold . Very seaside, and actually remarkable and well-disguisedly intelligent fun its a hoot. Libby Purves (TheatreCat Review Sept 2025) Now theyre back again, but they have gone far, far afield, to pastures entirely new, with Washed up in Walberswick. Will there be concrete mixers? Will there be small boats? Potholes? The cost of living? The plight of the people of? Ah, who knows. Only one thing is certain: this play is written especially for our long-suffering out-flung patch of the Eastern Region, dedicated to the lucky people who live here, (and any left-over summer visitors), and if in this new drama they get what they deserve, then lucky old them. This production is supported by FESPA

The Aldeburgh and District Local History Society in collaboration with the Aldeburgh Society has arranged a special lecture by Professor Christopher Scull. In 2007 illegal metal-detecting alerted archaeologists to a site of exceptional importance at Rendlesham in south-east Suffolk the 7th-century East Anglian royal centre mentioned by the Venerable Bede in his Ecclesiastical History of the English People . Archaeologist Professor Christopher Scull, who helped lead the project, guides you through the 15-year investigation which has revealed the largest and wealthiest settlement of its time known in England, and changed how we think about the earliest English kingdoms and their rulers. Image: The royal hall at Rendlesham under excavation in 2022, with St Gregorys Church in the background. Image: Jim Pullen Suffolk County Council.

'Beware the Jabberwock, my son! The jaws that bite, the claws that catch!' Think you know the Jabberwock? The fearsome creature in Lewis Carroll's fantastic nonsense poem from his gloriously anarchic novel Through The Looking Glass ? Think again! Rising young composer Ben Ponniah (Winner of the 2023 St Pauls Cathedral Composition Competition) has written the music, and Jubilee Hall's own Nick Fowler has written the words, of a new music theatre piece which throws a completely different light on the story. Come and see the results of workshop rehearsals exploring the piece. A team of rising young performers will be led by David Kettle, creative director of Songbook Productions, responsible for some of the highest quality music theatre and corporate shows in the country. Be in at the start of what might turn out to be an incredible adventure for all concerned!

Number 17 Friar Street was a modest two storey house of Georgian construction in a lonely corner of a forgotten market town in Norfolk. The house became unexpectedly available at short notice and seemed the perfect location for me to complete a volume of short stories, woefully overdue, to be ready for publication by Christmas. Surely nothing here would distract, disturb or alarm, not a sound would break the evening silence, no footsteps would echo in the cobbled streets, and nothing save the weather would disrupt ones sleep in the small hours. I became aware that there was a mystery attached to No 17 that the townsfolk werent keen to talk about. It was only Mabel who was obsessed with finding the truth. I met Mabel when I arrived to take possession of the house in late September. She was standing in the street staring at an upstairs window deep in thought and quite oblivious to my presence. Do you know the house? I asked. Without altering her gaze she replied, I know something of its history. You mustnt even think of lodging here. Smiling condescendingly at her, I said, Dry rot? Rats? Or a ghost perhaps? as I turned the key in the lock... Scares, shocks, and a spine-chilling twist in the tale await those brave enough to come with us to Friar Street. But there will also be humour, haunting live music & a heart-warming affirmation of undying love and loyalty. " I can think of no other company that swings back and forth, from tragedy to comedy, with such unapologetic aplombbold & brilliantly strange . David Vass (Diss Express) reviewing our 2025 production, The Tales Our Mother Told. " A proper ghost story with a suitably claustrophobic lighthouse setting, there are some genuine moments that make you jump, performed by three excellent actors.Pat Whymarks excellent script gives the actors much to play with. Characterisation is strong, with highly evocative music and projections ." Paul T Davies (Keep Colchester Cool), reviewing our 2024 production, Ghost Of The Toll Point Light. Running time is 2 hours including 20 min interval. Age recommendation 15+

Join 'Suffolk boys' Mike Warner and Richard Negus in a captivating conversation about custodianship of our countryside and coast. Richard as a hedgelayer, and Mike as a fisherman, share many years experience of working 'in the field' and 'out at sea'. They now also champion farming and fishing, which are such vital allies to our rural and coastal communities, landscape and wildlife. Mike & Richard discuss the realities, challenges and successes of working the land and sea. As well as the future opportunities that can be harnessed to sustain a thriving countryside and coast. Mike Warner - A Passion for Seafood Mike is a born and bred Suffolk food writer, specialising in telling the 'Net to Plate' story of how our seasonal and regional British catch is caught and landed, whilst connecting producer to consumer. Mike is passionate about the sustainability of not just our native fish stocks, but the fishing communities themselves; their tradition, culture and heritage. He is also an independent seafood and fisheries consultant, working with mainly hospitality and media clients to help forge the traceability connection and better understanding of the realities of seafood production. He is a member of the Guild of Food Writers, a trustee of the fishermen's charity, Fishing into the Future and chairman of the Shellfish Association of Great Britain. @apassionforseafood Richard Negus - Words from the Hedge Richard is a former soldier and professional horseman. He now lays hedges for a living and is recognised for leading hedgerow management and rejuvenation. Richard is a practical conservationist, writer and now author of the widely acclaimed Words from the Hedge - A Hedgelayer's View of the Countryside. Richard co-hosts a weekly podcast, Countryslide, covering British rural life, and his writing features in The Daily Telegraph, The Critic and Scribehound. He is Suffolk born and lives in the heart of his beloved county. @troopersnooks

Rooted in soul and soaked in funky Latin & Brazilian influences, The Fontanas hit the sweet spot between tight funk grooves and swinging Latin rhythms. Taking influence from the likes of The Dap Kings and Banda Black Rio, The Fontanas will be hot-footing it across the festival circuit all summer, so get set for a well-oiled machine, to have you up-and-dancing. Featuring Kay Elizabeth on vocals, harnessed by producer Sam Sutton with a handpicked crew of Londons baddest musicians, ready to light up the night. Vamos! www.thefontanas.co.uk Their funky tropical Latin sound has won them fans with airtime on BBC 1 Xtra & BBC 6Music. 'So Feel Good. They are gonna be big this summer - DJ Edu BBC Radio 1 Seriously Funky and I am loving it- Craig Charles BBC 6 Music