Great to chat with leader of Suffolk CC Councillor Matthew Hicks 🇬🇧 & Devolution Cabinet member Richard Rout in Parliament today. We discussed local government reform & how to ensure that Suffolk gets the right deal.

Thank you to CllrShirleyWebb for inviting me to Catshill Community Orchard to discuss local concerns with the draft Local Plan for housebuilding in Bromsgrove and the Villages. Residents have my full support in opposing proposals that will destroy our countryside.

Since April 2025, our amazing Community Champions have dedicated 743 hours to keeping Stowmarket clean and beautiful by collecting litter around town! Email [email protected] to get your litter-picking equipment and become a Community Champion today!

🚧 Recreation Ground – Action Taken to Help Prevent Further Encampments Temporary security measures have now been installed at the Recreation Ground to help prevent any further unauthorised encampments. We are continuing to work closely on long-term, permanent solutions.

🌿 The good work continues in Combs Ford! 🌿 This week, our Town Rangers have been busy giving the footpath behind Stowmarket Community Centre a much needed freshen up — weeds cleared, paths reclaimed and greenery trimmed! #CombsFord #CommunityPride #TownRangers #KeepingItTidy

We’re proud to announce NxtGen Driving Academy as our official club sponsor for 2025/26! Their logo will feature across the First Team, U23s & U18s kits 💛🖤 More info 👉 tinyurl.com/58x9h7w4

✍️ Welcome Hayden Baker We’re pleased to welcome Hayden Baker to Stowmarket Town FC. A local lad who joins us from AFC Sudbury Academy, Hayden plays at right-back/right wing-back and adds energy and quality to the squad. Welcome aboard, Hayden! 💛🖤

✍️ Welcome Brae Smith We’re pleased to welcome Brae Smith to Stowmarket Town FC. A former AFC Sudbury Academy graduate, Brae joins us from Walsham-le-Willows and can play at left-back or left wing. Welcome to the club, Brae! 💛🖤

✍️ Welcome Jake Dolden We’re pleased to welcome Jake Dolden to Stowmarket Town FC. Jake joins us from Whitton United and is comfortable at centre-back or defensive midfield. A former Stow U18s player, Jake also spent time in the Ipswich Town Post-16 programme. Great to have

✍️ Welcome Alfie Norman We’re delighted to welcome Alfie Norman to Stowmarket Town FC. An experienced centre-back, Alfie joins us from Framlingham Town Great to have you with us, Alfie! 💛🖤

Go Green Go Wild is BACK for 2025! Stowmarket’s eco-friendly event returns — and we’re on the lookout for environmental groups, eco-conscious traders, charities, and sustainability champions to join us. Email: [email protected] to get involved!

🎉 Calling All Stowmarket Residents! 🎉 The Town Rangers are moving back into the Stow Thorney area from 18th Aug! We're here to help keep our community looking its best, and we want to hear from you if there are any areas that need their attention! #stowmarkettownrangers

Stowmarket Town Council and Stowmarket & District Branch of the Royal British Legion will be holding a service of reflection and remembrance to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of VJ Day. 📅15th August 2025 🕙11am 📍Memorial Gates, Recreation Ground

✨ Final Week in Combs Ford The footpath by Lindsey Way play park has been the Rangers focus this week! The team have reclaimed the footpath & cut back overgrown hedges, making it a cleaner and safer area to use. #stowmarkettowncouncil #stowmarkettownrangers #cleanergreenersafer

🏆🏆FRIENDLY GAME🏆🏆 ⚽️Kirton Kestrel Vs Stowmarket Town U23’s ⚽️ 📅Date: Saturday 9th August 2025 ⚽️Kick off: 2.00pm 📍Venue: inspire 3G Pitch, Main Hall, 49 Lindbergh Road, Ipswich, IP3 9QX

Unfortunately, our phone lines are down at the moment. Please email [email protected] or leave a voicemail and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Apologies.

Today (15 Aug 2025), join us for a service marking the 80th Anniversary of Victory over Japan Day. 🕚 11am 📍 Memorial Gates, Recreation Ground, Stowmarket Hosted by Stowmarket Town Council & Royal British Legion. Learn more 👉 ve-vjday80.gov.uk/vj-day/

This morning, Town Mayor Councillor David Child and representatives from the Royal British Legion commemorated VJ Day by attending a moving ceremony and laying wreaths at the Recreation Ground Memorial Gates. Read more here > tinyurl.com/w6mykpk5

This VJ Day, we remember all those who fought for our freedom over 80 years ago. #VJDay80

☕ Volunteers needed! The Salvation Army Café on the Rec wants to extend hours but needs extra help. Volunteering = new friends, skills & making a difference 💙 Interested? Email [email protected] or pop in for a form!