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#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: markets@westsuffolk.gov.uk

#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
♻️ When you're out Christmas shopping, make sure to recycle any plastic bottles and cans in our Recycling-on the-Go bins!

Since their installation in areas such as town high streets, over 58,587 plastic bottles and cans have been collected and recycled.

For more info: https://orlo.uk/gcJIU
December 2, 2025 at 9:02 AM
As part of Fuel Poverty Awareness Week, our Healthy Homes Advisor Jess held a bake sale to raise money for the The Nation’s Biggest Housewarming 2025 campaign.

Jess raised over £80 for the charity that will help support those experiencing fuel poverty. Find out more: https://orlo.uk/Me6ht
December 1, 2025 at 1:01 PM
🎄 The countdown to Christmas is on!

Get into the festive spirit at the makers markets in Haverhill and Bury St Edmunds! Discover handmade gifts and treats made with love by talented local traders.

• 6 December from 9am to 3pm - Haverhill
• 7 December at 10am to 3pm - Bury St Edmunds
December 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Due to the upcoming bank holidays over the festive season, there will be changes to bin collection days.

You can see which of your bins are due to be emptied by entering your postcode here: https://orlo.uk/l4zon

Be a #Binfluencer and make sure your bins are out early to help encourage others!
December 1, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Join us at the extra Sunday market in Bury St Edmunds on Sunday from 10am to 3pm, and get into the Christmas spirit! Enjoy delicious food, soak up the seasonal music and discover unique gifts from our wonderful stallholders.

Take a look at our upcoming markets: https://orlo.uk/PKID2
November 28, 2025 at 4:56 PM
✨ Make sure to stop by our Festive Friday Market today until 8pm in Bury St Edmunds town centre!

Find the perfect Christmas gift for your loved ones and get into the festive spirit.

#WestSuffolk #christmas #marketsmatter #shopsmall #supportlocalbusinesses
November 28, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Warm Homes Suffolk wants to help those with no mains gas central heating living in homes with an energy efficiency rating of D, E, F or G to insulate their homes and reduce their bills.

To see whether you're eligible, visit https://orlo.uk/DqSwj or call 03456 037 686.
November 27, 2025 at 4:00 PM
🎄Our Christmas tree in Mildenhall Hub is looking truly tree-mendous this year - bringing a touch of sparkle that’s sure to welcome visitors in with the Christmas spirit!

A big thank you to Elveden Estate for the generous Christmas tree donation 🫶

#WestSuffolk #ChristmasTree #christmasiscoming
November 26, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Become a count assistant!
 
• Be part of the action
• Support your local community
• Learn something new
• Earn additional income
 
Apply now: www.westsuffolk.gov.uk/Council/elec...
 
#WestSuffolk #pollingstationstaff #elections #haveyoursay
November 26, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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/Jx1zN – hard copies are available to view at Mildenhall Hub and West Suffolk House
November 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
☀️Dreaming of a paid 12 week summer internship? Then look no further!
Apply today for our 2026 placements: recruitment.westsuffolk.gov.uk/workforce/in...
#westsuffolk #internship #summerinternships
November 24, 2025 at 5:18 PM