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Community sports clubs in #WestSuffolk we're offering #GetBackIntoSport grants of £100 to £750 to increase participation and activity, helping residents’ physical and mental health.
Funded with #UKSPF - subject to criteria. Email [email protected] for an application. Deadline 3 Feb 2026
December 15, 2025 at 1:01 PM
We have been busy planting over autumn getting bulbs ready for next year! Half Moon Park in Mildenhall will have colourful blooms and buzzing bees come springtime thanks to additional planting funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund🌼 🌺
December 15, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Head on down to the festive Mildenhall additional market today from 10am to 3pm!

Pick up tasty treats and find the perfect gifts for your loved ones 🎄

#westsuffolk #marketsmatter #shopsmall #supportlocalbusinesses
December 14, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Did you enjoy the additional markets in Mildenhall earlier this year? Then stop by Market Place in Mildenhall today from 10am to 3pm!

Explore a diverse and exciting range of products, including free entertainment and music, street food, and festive themes.
December 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Go For It with our new small grant scheme to support communities in #WestSuffolk . Up to £300 start-up funding available to help not for profit groups get their bright ideas off the ground to benefit residents in their area. More at https://orlo.uk/doeCE #GoForItWestSuffolk #GoForItgrants #UKSPF
December 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Looking for an adventure for children this weekend? Why not explore one of our many play areas across West Suffolk!
Four sites received makeovers as part of the councils rolling plan to ensure children’s play areas remain safe, challenging & fun to use.
https://orlo.uk/4CoZ6
Adventure awaits: £243k revamp transforms play areas across West Suffolk
www.westsuffolk.gov.uk
December 13, 2025 at 9:01 AM
We know our car parks in Bury St Edmunds town centre are likely to be busy this weekend. We have a couple of park and walk options available at our car park in Olding Road https://orlo.uk/AOhgi while Greene King has also made its car park off Cullum Road available over the weekend from 8am to 5pm.
December 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Don't get caught out with bin collections changes due to the upcoming bank holiday!

Swipe to see the revised collection days ➡️ or visit: https://orlo.uk/iHMaW

Please be a #Binfluencer and make sure your bins are out early to help encourage others!

#WestSuffolk #BankHolidayBins
December 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Browse beautiful handcrafted gifts at the Mildenhall Festive Market this weekend! Find unique Christmas gifts and stocking fillers, delicious festive food and more.

📍 Market Place, Mildenhall, Sun 14 Dec, 10am-3pm

#WestSuffolk #MarketsMatter #ShopSmall #SupportLocalBusinesses
December 12, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Discover locally made gifts, festive decorations and delicious seasonal treats at the Newmarket makers market tomorrow! It’s the perfect way to shop sustainably and support your local traders.

• Saturday 13 December from 9am to 3pm – Newmarket makers market
December 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Got new tech under the tree? Don’t let the old stuff gather dust!

Phones, hairdryers, speakers, toys - if it’s got a plug, battery or cable, it can be recycled at an electrical recycling bank near you.

Find your nearest bin 👉 https://orlo.uk/aoh20

#WestSuffolk #RecycleYourElectricals
December 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM
#Adnams will be opening to customers tomorrow at The Old Post Office in St Andrews St South, #BuryStEdmunds
The new shop is part of the council's redevelopment of the site after the Post Office moved location. Council leader Cllr Cliff Waterman visited the store on Friday to see it being readied.
December 9, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Unlock your child's culinary potential - cook, create, and conquer the kitchen!
Is your child 10 to 13 years old and loves to cook?
Win a free spot on our 6-week future chefs cookery course - now open for entries https://orlo.uk/uluQH
December 9, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Don't get caught out with bin collections changes due to the upcoming bank holiday!

Swipe to see the revised collection days ➡️ or visit: https://orlo.uk/8Drss

Please be a #Binfluencer and make sure your bins are out early to help encourage others!

#WestSuffolk #BankHolidayBins
December 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Bring the family to the Newmarket makers market this weekend and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Browse local stalls, pick out unique gifts, and soak up the seasonal cheer - all while supporting local traders!

• Saturday 13 December from 9am to 3pm
December 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Last day to comment on West Row Parish Council's draft submission Neighbourhood Plan. The deadline for comments is 10am tomorrow Tuesday 9 December. View and comment online at https://orlo.uk/JMdh7 – hard copies are available to view at Mildenhall Hub and West Suffolk House
December 8, 2025 at 1:35 PM
📻Listen to Cllr John Ward (Babergh District Council Leader) and Cllr Richard Rout (Suffolk County Council cabinet member for devolution) discuss local government reorganisation in Suffolk on @waynebavinshow.bsky.social
📣Starts 3:34:20 via BBC Suffolk lnkd.in/g9xFjANu Have your say: lnkd.in/g4b6Wv-M
December 5, 2025 at 6:05 PM
We're delighted to visit Adnams in Bury St Edmunds today to see the final preparations taking place for its new store opening next Wednesday.
They are opening in the The Old Post Office which was redeveloped by the council. Read more on this at www.westsuffolk.gov.uk/news/pr20251205ws01.cfm
December 5, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Christmas tree lights not twinkling this year? Don’t bin them - recycle them instead!

Visit your local electrical recycling bin - it’s an easy way to keep waste out of landfill and help the planet.

Find your nearest bank 👉 https://orlo.uk/jiuxB
December 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Skip the stress of last minute shopping this Christmas. The makers markets in Haverhill and Bury St Edmunds are packed with handcrafted gifts - from candles and jewellery, to homeware and sweet treats.

• Sat 6 Dec, 9am-3pm - Haverhill
• Sun 7 Dec,10am-3pm - Bury St Edmunds
December 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
West Row Parish Council's draft submission Neighbourhood Plan is open for public consultation. The deadline for comments is 10am on Tuesday 9 December 2025. View and comment online at https://orlo.uk/ia4hg – hard copies are available to view at Mildenhall Hub and West Suffolk House
December 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Become a trader at a West Suffolk market! Find out more about three deals tailored exclusively for local market stallholders: https://orlo.uk/GVPNB

For more information, contact: [email protected]

#WestSuffolk #MarketsMatter #ShopLocal #SupportLocalBusinesses
December 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Do you have a flare for creative campaign work? Are you passionate and hardworking communicator?
We are looking for a communications officer to help deliver effective and engaging communications to support the role out of our exciting new waste service: https://orlo.uk/dW1o9
December 3, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Have your say by Jan 11 on Government's consultation on the future of council services in Suffolk.

www.gov.uk/government/c...

The County's district & borough councils back Suffolk to the Power of Three proposals:

threecouncilsforsuffolk.org

Other option is a single unitary council for Suffolk.
December 2, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Coming up this month is Mildenhall Festive Market!

Discover a diverse and exciting range of products, including free entertainment and music, street food and festive themes.

🍬 Market Place, Mildenhall
📆 Sun 14 Dec, 10am-3pm
December 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM