In the 17th Century there was virtually no support for people who had little or no income, and pensions, certainly for old age, did not exist. Any support for those in dire straits was basic and by today’s standards, harsh. However a few wealthy individuals were very concerned about those who struggled to survive and […]
Category: Archive
Housing Project: Mackenzie Place
Following the recent public consultation event the feedback from residents, which was warmly welcomed, has fed into the project and work is in hand at revising relevant aspects of the initial plans. The project group dealing with the development is to meet again in July to review the amended drawings and layout, and to ensure […]
Cockfield ‘Big Day Out’ Video
This video is a compilation from the Big Day Out on June 18th organised by St Peter’s Church and the Congregational Church. It features the local Rock Choir. […]
Neighbourhood Watch Newsletter May 2017
Following the recent ‘ransomware’ attack the National Cyber Security Centre is advising home users and small businesses to take the following steps to protect themselves by: – Install system and application updates on all devices as soon as they become available. – Make sure your antivirus software is up to date and run a scan. […]
Parish Council Meeting Report, April 2017
The Parish Council met on Thursday 27th April 2017. Our County Councillor, Jenny Antill, confirmed that she will not be standing for re-election on 4th May. She offered a brief overview of the last four years and thanked the Parish Council for its support and help. The Chairman, in reply, expressed the gratitude of […]
Cockfield Community Council News May 2017
Cockfield Under the Hammer turned out to be a most entertaining evening. Over 100 lots were sold by our guest professional auctioneer who kept the evening rolling along almost without stopping for breath. A successful evening with some people asking when the next one will be!!! Minibus As most of you will have heard, Cockfield […]
Cockfield Community Council Minibus
With effect from 1st June 2017, the Cockfield Community Council minibus will be operated from Hewicks Haulage located on the A134 (postcode IP30 0LJ) Bookings may be made by calling 01284 826020 or 07789 933786 during normal business hours Users are reminded that all drivers must be in possession of an up to date blue […]
New Babergh / Mid-Suffolk Website
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have launched their new website and phone number, delivering new, easier ways for residents to access Council Services. […]
Cockfield Community Council News, April 2017
At last, spring is here! We’ve turned the clocks forward, the sun has been shining and we can get out and enjoy the wonderful Suffolk countryside . This is definitely the time to take a stroll down to Earls Meadow where the results of the winter’s hard work by Rod Williams and his team of […]
Earl’s Meadow Duck Race
Easter Saturday dawned bright and fair , children and parents turned up in good spirits ready for the annual aquatic extravaganza. There were plenty of children, plenty of ducks but very little water and so the duck race was a more sedate affair than usual; no chance of Ducks leaping the rapids and ending up […]
