Melton Parish Council is meeting on Wednesday 19th January at 7pm at 17 Riduna Park, Station Road, Melton, IP12 1QT. All members of the public are welcome to attend. The agenda and papers are in the...
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Talk entitled A walk around Suffolk – 20th January
There is a chance to take a walk around our lovely county when Pam Evans gives a talk entitled “A walk around Suffolk – from Lowestoft to Lowestoft” at Woodbridge Community Hall, Station Road,...
Bus Timetable Update
SuffolkOnBoard has a revised timetable including changed departure times from London Road Park and Ride and adjusted timings for all journeys. A full list of all upcoming bus timetable...
Recreation Meeting – 12th January – 7pm
The next meeting of the Recreation Committee will be taking place at 17 Riduna Park on Wednesday 12th January at 7pm. The agenda and papers can be found in the Recreation section of the...
Rendlesham Revealed: Anglo-Saxon Life in South-East Suffolk
Message from Archaeology News - Behind the Scenes: Post-Excavation Processing Having finished the first season of excavations at Rendlesham this summer, our volunteers have started the...
Wilford Bridge Road Closure – 7th January – 7.30pm-11pm
Wilford Bridge Road is due to be closed on the 7th January from 7.30pm to 11pm to fix the pothole at the railway...
Citizen’s Advice Services
From our offices in Leiston, we are still running with face-to-face appointments only. Our phone lines are open so please do ring on 01728 832193 (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10am-2pm) or email...
Free bus and taxi services across Suffolk for all those travelling for a vaccination
People in Suffolk can today take advantage of free bus and taxi rides to get to their vaccination appointment or to a vaccine drop-in clinic. The offer is open to anyone in the county who needs help...
Bus Timetable Changes over the Festive Season
Over the festive period, bus companies operate different times from normal. SuffolkOnBoard has created a comprehensive guide to services across Suffolk over Christmas and New...
Woodbridge Library – Events in January 2022
Please note that the library will be closed on the following days in January: Saturday 1st January 2022 (New Year's Day) Monday 3rd January 2022 (Bank Holiday) Opening Hours: Mon: 10am -...
Yarmouth Road Care Home Planning Public Enquiry Postponed
Message from Philip Ridley, Head of Planning & Coastal Management at East Suffolk Council Town and Country Planning Act 1990 - Appeal Under Section 78 Appeal...
Melton Messenger – A Note from Alan – December 2021
Melton Parish Council - A Note from the Chair - Alan Porter Vacancies for Parish Councillors Despite previous pleas we still have one vacancy on the parish council. If you’d like to find out...
Planning & Transport Meeting – 1st December – 7pm
The next Planning & Transport Committee meeting is on Wednesday 1st December at 17 Riduna Park, Station Road, Melton, IP12 1QT commencing at 7pm. The agenda and papers are available on the...
Avian Influenza Update
The Chief Veterinary Officers for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have agreed to bring in new measures to help protect poultry and captive birds. The new housing measures will come into...
Woodbridge Library – Events in December
Please note that the library will be closed on the following days in December: Saturday 25th December (Christmas Day) Sunday 26th December (Boxing Day) Monday 27th December (Bank...
Full Council Meeting – 17th November – 7pm
Melton Parish Council is meeting on Wednesday 17th November at 7pm at 17 Riduna Park, Station Road, Melton, IP12 1QT. All members of the public are welcome to attend. The agenda and papers are in the...
Landscape & Conservation Day at Melton Reedbed – 7th December 2021
Come along and help to improve this important landscape for wildlife! Melton Parish Council and Suffolk Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty will be making a start to create safe...
Improve Air Quality in Your Home this Winter
Burning seasoned firewood at home this winter helps to reduce air pollution and improve your health. Making small changes can make a huge difference to the efficiency of your fire and improve air...
Capturing the changing river one photo at a time
A PhotoPost has been placed on the riverbank near the Melton Boatyard, just after the cafe on the boat as you walk towards Woodbridge. When you are next passing take a photo and post it on the...
Melton Messenger – A Note from Alan – November 2021
Vacancies for Parish Councillors Councillor Mark Packard was co-opted on 22nd September at Full Council. That means we still have one vacancy. If you’d like to find out more information please...
Woodbridge Library – November News
Opening Hours: Mon: 10am - 4pm Tue: 9am - 7:30pm Wed: 9am - 5:30pm Thu: 9am - 5:30pm Fri: 9am - 7pm Sat: 9am - 5pm Sun: 10am - 4pm Woodbridge Writers Group - 3rd & 17th...
Rendlesham Revealed Community Archaeology Project
Summer 2021 saw the first season of archaeological excavation, as part of the Rendlesham Revealed community archaeology project. Archaeologists and volunteers uncovered evidence of settlement and...
FERM Meeting – 13th October – 7pm
The next meeting of the Finance, Employment and Risk Management Committee is on Wednesday 13th October at 17 Riduna Park, Station Road, Melton, IP12 1QT, commencing at 7pm. All members of the public...
Melton Messenger – A Note from Alan – October 2021
Vacancies for Parish Councillors It looks like my request for volunteers has borne fruit and one new person has stepped forward and he was co-opted on 22nd September at Full Council. That means we...
Women’s Tour – 9th October
The Women's Tour cycling event will be taking place in Suffolk on the 9th October. The attached document details the route and timings. Road Closures - A rolling road closure will be enforced....
Full Council Meeting -22nd September – 7pm
The next meeting of Melton Parish Council will be held on Wednesday 22nd September at 17 Riduna Park, Station Road, Melton, IP12 1QT commencing at 7pm. This meeting is held in public and all...
Woodbridge Library – October News
Opening Hours: Mon: 10am - 4pm Tue: 9am - 7:30pm Wed: 9am - 5:30pm Thu: 9am - 5:30pm Fri: 9am - 7pm Sat: 9am - 5pm Sun: 10am - 4pm Sunday Book Group - 3rd October...
Recreation Meeting – 15th September – 7pm
The next meeting of the Recreation Committee will be taking place at 17 Riduna Park on Wednesday 15th September at 7pm. The agenda and papers can be found in the Recreation section of the...
Hall Farm Road Sports Ground Consultation – Sat 25th Sept – 2-4pm
Melton Parish Council is holding an open event on Saturday 25th September from 2pm-4pm at the Hall Farm Road Sports Ground. Please come along to share your thoughts and ideas for the area. If you...
Melton Messenger – A Note from Alan – September 2021
Vacancies for Parish Councillors We still have two vacancies for Parish Councillors. Perhaps now that the Melton Messenger will be delivered from September some new volunteers will emerge. So I...
Migrant birds morning walk at Hazlewood Marshes near Aldeburgh – 19th September
Suffolk Wildlife Trust, Woodbridge Wildlife Group, invite you to join them on a morning walk around the Wildlife Trust’s Hazlewood Marshes reserve on Sunday 19 September starting at 9 am. Phil...
Abandoned bicycles
On Sunday 29th August two pedal cycles were found apparently abandoned in Saddlemaker’s Lane, Melton. One is a green ‘Carrera Subway’ by Halfords. The other is a blue ‘Majestic...
Suffolk Historic Churches Ride and Stride – 11th September 2021
The Annual Sponsored Ride and Stride is a national event, and every second Saturday in September cyclists and walkers all round the country are out making money for their local county Churches Trust...
Woodbridge Library – September News
Opening Hours: Mon: 10am - 4pm Tue: 9am - 7:30pm Wed: 9am - 5:30pm Thu: 9am - 5:30pm Fri: 9am - 7pm Sat: 9am - 5pm Sun: 10am - 4pm Writers Group - 1st September & 15th September 10am -...
Moth Trap Event – Fen Meadow – 28th August
Moth trap at Fen Meadow, Woodbridge Suffolk Wildlife Trust, Woodbridge Wildlife Group are giving people the chance to learn more about the wonderful world of moths when the group hold a moth trap...
Anti-Covid Posters Warning
Message from East Suffolk Council: Allegations have been received that some anti-Covid posters have been found with razor blades placed in or under them in a way that will pose a risk of injury to...
Safer Home Visit
You can have a free home visit by a specialist Prevention Practitioner, Community Fire Volunteer or Operational crew Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service Prevention team and Firefighters are dedicated...
Burkes Wood Pond – please keep dogs out
PLEASE KEEP DOGS OUT OF THE POND IN THE WOODS A survey carried out on the pond at Burkes Wood in May 2021 revealed that a non-native invasive plant species is growing in the pond. New Zealand...
Deben Summer Festival 2021 – 7th to 15th August
Co-ordinated by the River Deben Association, the Deben Summer Festival is an opportunity for clubs, businesses, organisations and individuals to showcase what they do best and have fun with the...
Sizewell C: Construction Water Supply Consultation – 3rd to 27th August 2021
SZC Co. has identified a potential change to the construction Water Supply Strategy. Before submitting a request to the Examining Authority for this change to the application to be accepted for...
Local Food Project Leaflet
Transition Woodbridge has produced a guide to local producers, retailers and eateries around Woodbridge and Melton. A copy is being delivered to all residents in Melton and Woodbridge but you can...
Bats and Deer Walk – 6th August
Looking for bats and deer in Captain’s Wood... There is a chance to visit a lovely woodland reserve on the evening of Friday 6 August when Suffolk Wildlife Trust, Woodbridge Wildlife...
Flat Work – Art Exhibition at Solid Haus
Flat Work - an art exhibition at Solid Haus, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, IP12 1PP Opening Saturday 7th August 12:00 - 17:00 Runs 7th August to 12th September 2021 Thursdays, Fridays and...
Hall Farm Road Sports Ground – Get Involved
Melton Parish Council took ownership of the Hall Farm Road Sports Ground earlier this year. The Council wishes to consult with residents about how they want this land to be maintained and potentially...
NHS Thank you day Monday 5th July 2021
Melton Parish Council and invited guests participated in the national commemorations to thank the NHS on their 73rd birthday. On this day, Monday 5th July 2021, Her Majesty the Queen awarded the...
Woodbridge Library – August News
PLEASE NOTE THAT WOODBRIDGE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY 30TH OF AUGUST New Opening Hours: Mon: 10am - 4pm Tue: 9am - 7:30pm Wed: 9am - 5:30pm Thu: 9am -...
Melton Messenger – A Note from Alan – July 2021
We held our first council meeting face to face at the end of May, this was a meeting of the Recreation Committee. I must admit it makes a refreshing change from all those Zoom meetings. The...
NHS Thank You Day – Monday 5th July
Raising the NHS Rainbow Flag and Two Minute Silence on Monday 5th July - Melton Road Recreation Ground We had hoped that members of the public would be able to participate, however Melton Parish...
An evening walk for nightjars and glow worms
Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s Woodbridge Wildlife Group invite you to join them on an evening walk at Blaxhall Heath and Common on Friday 25 June at 9.15 pm. Phil Smith, chair of the SWT Woodbridge...
Melton Road Crossings – Update
Further to the consultation that was carried out by Melton Parish Council earlier this year, Highways were asked to look at an alternative crossing point on Melton Road. This was because some...
Woodbridge Library – July News
Suffolk Libraries is a charity. Please support your library service and consider making a regular or one-off donation, for details please visit www.suffolklibraries.co.uk/donate It is planned that...
Full Council Meeting – Wednesday 16th June – 7pm – St Andrew’s Church
The next meeting of Melton Parish Council is taking place on Wednesday 16th June at 7pm at St Andrew's Church, Station Road, Melton, IP12 1PX. The change of venue is to enable social...
Parish Councillor Vacancy
Notice is hereby given that due to the resignation of Councillor Joanna Rowles, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Parish Council. 1. A by-election to fill the vacancy will...
Melton Messenger – A Note from Alan – June 2021
Our first Full Council meeting in May is effectively our AGM. This is where all the roles are allocated to councillors such as chairs, vice-chairs and representatives to outside bodies. We also...
Planning & Transport Meeting – 9th June 2021 – 7pm
The Planning & Transport Committee meeting is taking place on Wednesday 9th June at 17 Riduna Park, Station Road, Melton, IP12 1QT starting at 7pm. Attendance at the meeting room is limited to...
Older Persons Housing Strategy Survey
East Suffolk Council is conducting research to better understand the issues, barriers and challenges that guide the decisions residents make about their housing needs when they reach retirement...
Melton Primary School – New Nursery Opening in September
MELTON PRIMARY SCHOOL NURSERY The Governing Body is delighted to announce that Melton Primary School will be opening a nursery class in September 2021. The nursery provision will be for...
Woods Lane – Roadworks – 21st May
The manhole covers on Woods Lane are due to be replaced on the 21st May between 7pm and 11pm. Temporary two-way traffic lights will be in operation. Hopefully this will reduce the noise from the...
Walk in the footsteps of Anglo-Saxon Kings on new Suffolk countryside trail
A seven-mile walking trail just steps away from the county’s famous Sutton Hoo site, has been created in Suffolk’s Deben Valley revealing the hidden archaeological secrets of the area. Walkers...
Great British Spring Clean – Melton events
The great British Spring Clean is fast approaching and Cllr James is looking for volunteers to carry out litter picks in Melton on the following dates: 4th June - 10am- Riverside Car Park (meet in...
Circular Walks in Melton Leaflet
Together with Suffolk County Council, Melton Parish Council has created a circular walks of Melton leaflet. It features three walks, ranging in length from 1 mile to 4.5 miles, and gives an insight...
Public Consultation regarding review of Suffolk County Council Wards
The Local Boundary Commission has opened an additional phase of public consultation in our review of Suffolk County Council's electoral arrangements. The proposals involve 18 revised divisions in...
Declaration of Results – Suffolk County Councillor – Wickham Division
Declaration of Result...
Declaration of Results – Police and Crime Commissioner
Declaration of Full Results - Suffolk Police...
Parish Councillor Vacancy
Notice is hereby given that due to the resignation of Councillor Jan Hosking, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Parish Council. 1. A by-election to fill the vacancy will be...
St Elizabeth Hospice – appeal for volunteers
St Elizabeth Hospice shops are urgently looking for volunteers for their shops. If you would be interested in volunteering please contact the volunteer team on 01473 707939 or email...
Woodbridge Library – June news
Woodbridge library is now open on Mondays and Sundays again! Our opening hours are 10am-4pm on Mondays, 9.30am to 5pm on Tuesdays, 9am to 5pm Wednesdays to Saturdays and 10am-1pm on Sundays. A...
Melton Messenger – A Note from Alan – May 2021
The eagle eyed amongst you will have noticed that a version of this article appears in the In-Touch magazine. From next month a shorter version will also appear in the Flyer. This while...
Suffolk HOPE Awards
The HOPE Awards are a new opportunity for us to celebrate the contribution young people make within our community. Set up in partnership by Suffolk Constabulary and Suffolk County Council during...
Plants for Wildlife on your Doorstep
Suffolk Wildlife Trust “Plants for Wildlife Weekend” on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 May 2021 “We usually hold our popular Plant Sale at Foxburrow Farm, Melton at the beginning of May, but...
Melton Road Playing Field Car Park
We are having work carried out on the car park at the playing fields from the 26th April. This will result in a slightly larger car park with a new surface and marked out parking bays. We hope this...
Change to Bus Routes 64 and 65 when Yarmouth Road is closed
Yarmouth Road, just beyond Station Road will be closed from Monday 26th April to Sunday 16th May 2021 to allow for work on the mains sewers. This will impact on service 64 and will also...
Woodbridge Swifts – Latest News
Looking back to 2020Around the town, swifts in Woodbridge surpassed our expectations last summer. Despite the slow start, by July we were able to see and hear screaming parties at a variety of sites...
Yarmouth Road Closure – 26th April
Anglian Water need to close Yarmouth Road from the junction of St Audrys Lane to the junction of Station Road to carry out essential repair works on the sewers. The road will be closed from 9am on...
Reporting Anti-Social Behaviour
East Suffolk Council and police work together with other services to stop anti-social behaviour in your area. If anti-social behaviour is affecting your quality of life - REPORT IT! You can...
Volunteering Opportunity: British Red Cross International Youth Volunteering Programme
We have the opportunity for volunteers to join the International Youth Volunteering Programme (IYVP) in Iceland and Portugal from September 2021. As part of the European Solidarity Corps scheme, we...
Woodbridge Library
Woodbridge Library is reopening for browsing on 13th April. A limited number of people is allowed to enter the library at any one time, everyone should wear a mask and adhere to the one-way system,...
Send a message of condolence
You can send a message of condolence using the online form. A selection of messages will be passed onto members of the Royal Family, and may be held in the Royal Archives for...
Melton Messenger – A Note from Alan – April 2021
Sizewell C (SZC) The Examining Authority’s (ExA) Preliminary Meeting for its “examination in public” of EDF’s planning application for SZC is scheduled for 23 March 2021. A second...
New Grants to help businesses re-open safely
East Suffolk Council is preparing to process the new one-off Restart Grants to help businesses as they look to re-open. The Restart Grant scheme, announced as part of the Chancellor’s budget,...
Easter weekend holiday health care advice
Please be prepared and know what to do if you or a family member feels unwell over the Easter holiday weekend - If you use repeat prescription medicine please check you'll have enough to last over...
800 Park and Ride restarting from 12th April
From the 12th April, the 800 Park and Ride bus service (Martlesham – Ipswich Town Centre – London Road) will restart. Pre-covid timetable will be reinstated:...
Recreation Committee Meeting – 24th March – 7pm
The next meeting of the Recreation Committee will be taking place via Zoom on Wednesday 24th March at 7pm. The agenda and papers can be found in the Recreation section of the website. To join...
Melton Playing Field Car Park – Temporary Closure
The tennis court fencing is being replaced at the end of March. As a result, we are having to close the car park from 8pm on the 23rd March until 7am on 30th March If the construction finishes...
Oak Tree Protection – Burkes Woods
The Melton Tree Crew carried out some tree planting and protection at the Melton Road playing field and Burkes Wood at the weekend. The magnificent oak at the entrance to Burkes Wood was in need of...
Woodbridge Library – March news
Woodbridge Library is open for the return of items and the collection of reserved items on Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Items can be returned to Woodbridge Library outside opening hours via the book...
A12 lane closures – 3rd to 5th March 2021
Cleansing of the drainage system will be taking place along the A12 between Grove Road and Woods Lane from the 3rd to 5th March. There will be lane closures which could result in some delays during...
ESC Greenprint Forum Event – Nature First
The Greenprint Forum has a vision for an East Suffolk where Nature’s value is recognised, visitors are attracted because of it and everyone actively cares for it. Join our online Forum to hear...
Melton Messenger – A Note from Alan – March 2021
England Coast Path Melton Parish Council has submitted a response to the consultation on the Felixstowe to Bawdsey stretch of the England Coast Path, which runs through Melton along the river...
Green waste collections – restarting 1st March
Message from East Suffolk Council regarding garden waste collections Following the recent severe weather this has led to the cancellation of all refuse collections in the district. East Suffolk...
Melton Road Crossings Consultation
Melton Parish Council has carried out several consultations with Melton residents on how money received from Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) should be spent. The request for road crossings along...
Forgotten your NHS number?
You're not the only one! A new service is now live to help find your NHS number. This service is for anyone living in England and can also be used on behalf of someone else where the name, date of...
A12 Improvements Consultation
The public consultation about the A12 improvements (A14 Seven Hills to A1152 Woods Lane) is running until the 19th March 2021. The works proposed by the A12 Scheme will help to support economic and...
Grit Bins – refill requests
If your nearest grit bin needs refilling please contact the office at finance@melton-suffolk-pc.gov.uk. Only parish/town councils, rather than residents, can request Highways to refill grit...
Refuse collections delayed due to weather – update 12th February
Update - 12/2/21 https://www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk/news/refuse-collections-to-resume/ Refuse collections to resume on Monday 15th February Following this week’s severe weather,...
Have your say and help shape the future of open spaces in East Suffolk
East Suffolk Council is currently carrying out research to help shape the future of open spaces and sports facilities in the District. This includes parks, play areas, allotments, cemeteries, playing...
Melton Messenger – a Note from Alan – February 2021
Firstly a Happy New Year to all my readers. Clearly, I am reaching a larger audience than just writing in the Melton Messenger now that a slightly shorter version appears in the In Touch with Melton,...
Wilford Bridge Road closed 8-9pm Thursday 28th January
Wilford Bridge Road will be closed between Station Road and Brick Kiln Lane (the stretch over the railway crossing) between 8 and 9pm on the 28th January. This is to carry out emergency repairs to...
800 Park and Ride service suspended from 25th January
From the 25th January, the 800 Park and Ride bus service (Martlesham - Ipswich Town Centre - London Road) will be temporarily suspended until further...
Laptop Crisis Appeal
We are a group of parents from the local schools. Our aim is to give all pupils in need access to either a used or new laptop computer or notebook as soon as possible. Every day that passes means a...