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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...

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,...

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...

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...

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 is due to be closed on the 7th January from 7.30pm to 11pm to fix the pothole at the railway...

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...

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...

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...

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 -...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 - 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...

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...

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...

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 -...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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 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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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,...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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:...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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 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...

From the 25th January, the 800 Park and Ride bus service (Martlesham  - Ipswich Town Centre - London Road) will be temporarily suspended until further...

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...