Focus Spring 2017
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Around 3,000 volumes on a wide variety
of subjects with bargains galore.
All at very reasonable prices.
Refreshments available.
Clare Parish Church Spring Bank Holiday
27
th
28
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29
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May
Second-Hand
Book Sale
The East Anglian Game & Country Fair will take place on Satur-
day 22
nd
& Sunday 23
rd
April 2017, at the beautiful new venue
of Euston Estate, Just off the A11 at Thetford, by kind permis-
sion of The Duke and Duchess of Grafton.
There are a number of new equestrian attractions confirmed for
the 2017 Game & Country Fair. The Mounted Games Association
of Great Britain will be holding a set of exhilarating display
competitions in the Main Arena. Riders in teams, complete short
relay style races against each other demonstrating speed,
accuracy and horsemanship. Races are a mix of turns, intricate
hand overs, equipment collections and placements, vaulting on
and off the horse and of course - all at gallop!
Also in the main arena will be the fast and skillful British Scurry
& Trials Driving Championships Watch ponies of all shapes and
sizes take on a timed obstacle course made from cones,
temporary barriers, flags arches and ramps all against the clock.
Speed, agility and bravery are all required!
Ye Olde Redtail Falconry Display brings the ancient art of Falcon-
ry to the modern age, with a comprehensive and thrilling display,
that is guaranteed to thrill audiences of all ages. Watch it, be
amazed, and join in. Filled with audience participation, the dis-
play shows the natural attributes and abilities of the birds, how
they live, fly and hunt in the wild. The display is packed with
excitement and surprises - not to be missed!
The Forestry Village hosts ‘The East of England Cutters & Climb-
ers Competition’ and Pole Climbing Competitions. The forestry
arena will be a buzz of activity with chainsaw carvings, felling
demonstrations, tree climbing and pole climbing competitions.
Tree workers from around the UK will be competing at this rare
opportunity to see a working forestry village.
Join in and 'have a go' at a range of country activities from clay
shooting with John Bidwell’s High Lodge instructors or enter the
competition clay shoot for men, women and juniors. Fly fishing
and Course fishing on the Black Bourne River with Fishing for
Schools, ferret racing and archery to paintballing and crossbows.
Try the air rifle range, hold a bird of prey or take a ride in a
Landrover on the off road 4x4 course.
Children of all ages will be able to take part in countryside
activities and meet several animals, including alpacas and enjoy
donkey rides. There will also be a number of traditional craft
demonstrations and activities taking place across the weekend
to entertain all ages.
Ticket Information:
Advance discounted admission e-tickets are available now online
at
www.ukgamefair.co.uk
or by calling the ticket hotline number
01263 735 828 Adult £14.00 Children (5-16yrs) £5.00 and Family
(2 Adults & 3 Children) £38, (offer valid until midday 17/04/17
No booking fee for online orders. Under 5's are Free.
On the gate prices: Adult £17.00, Children (5-16 Yrs) £6.00,
Family (2 Adults & 3 Children) £46, under 5's are Free and
Free Car Parking for all.
CLARE LIAISON AND SUPPORT PROJECT
FUND RAISING TABLE SALES
TOWN HALL, CLARE, SUFFOLK, on the following SATURDAYS.
April 1
May 13
June 24
August 5
September 16
ALL WELCOME; Societies, individuals, crafts etc.
For Information & Table Bookings;
TEL. 01787 277810 or
ek1000@btinternet.com
Table hire £7.50 (+ Tombola Prize Donation) Double table
£12.50. Doors open to Table Holders; 8.15 am.
Sales Start 9.00 am to 12.30 p.m.
+ REFRESHMENTS & TOMBOLA all in Aid of “CLASP”
EAST ANGLIAN GAME
& COUNTRY FAIR