On Monday 21st March, with generous support from Suzanne and Ian, we had a successful Orford Business Association social in the Kings Head with an encouraging turnout where good networking and discussions were had and all agreed that we must continue the association. With this in mind we now have committee members that are willing […]
Amy Fellows presents an exhibition about her Arts Council Project with drinks and nibbles and a short talk in Orford Town Hall on Thursday February 3rd at 7.30pm. Entry £5 or free to Orford & District Gardening Club members (Annual fee £15). Amy is an illustrator and garden designer. She has a love for collage, spray […]
CONSERVATION OF ORFORD CASTLE A £1m conservation project is underway to help protect much-loved 12th century Suffolk landmark Orford Castle for the future. The project will see a layer of lime render applied to the outside of the keep - following 13 years of research, trials and consultation to find the best way to protect […]
Our trustees, ably assisted by some very hard working volunteers, will be busy preparing and serving a traditional afternoon tea in Bart's Hall on Broad Street in Orford on Sunday February 13th. Imagine the scene with 80 plus people sitting down to enjoy good food and relaxing music with friends and family. This is a very […]
The attached survey has been distributed to homes in Orford by the planning consultant on behalf of the proposed developer. This action has caused some concern as there has been no dialogue with the Friends of Orford Community Interest Company and the Parish Council meeting on Wednesday 13th October will discuss the implications of this […]
This is a great opportunity to meet and buy directly from the makers themselves. Fifteen local makers will be presenting their wares and discussing them at this very casual event. Why not spend a day in the lovely village of Orford and enjoy the many fine attractions. Pop into the Town Hall to see what […]
What is a compassionate community? Compassionate Communities are networks of people supporting each other to live fully before we die. By empowering communities we can support each other to be prepared and enable a good end of life wherever possible. A caring network providing kindness and compassion has an enormous impact on the health and […]
