NATTER AND CHATTER MEETING
2025-02-09 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Hallowtree Scout Camp, Nacton, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP10 0JP
This year our Natter and Chatter meeting returns to Hallowtree alongside our Winter Warmer Rally.

Doors open at 10.00 a.m. and there is no charge for entry, and you don’t need to book. We will be providing refreshments so please bring a mug with you for tea or coffee. There will be time for the committee to announce any changes to the programme, other events to look out for, rallies more clearly explained for the newer member and any questions answered.

We will have the result of our annual award for the most rallies done in the year AGM to AGM and a Fellowship Plaque award will be given to all members who have attended 8 or more rallies advertised in the handbook. An opportunity to catch up with friends and meet other members, and for you to see what you can expect from your Suffolk Centre membership.

SUPERBOWL LITTLEPORT LEISURE - Invitation from Mid-Anglia Centre
2025-03-21 12:00 - 2025-03-23 14:00 | Devon
No Of Nights:
2

Post Code:
CB6 1PU

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Rally limit:
45 Vans

Directions:
Turn off A10 Littleport / Ely bypass onto Camel Road. Site on right in ½ mile. Please enter from the A10. Do not go through village. Mid Anglia Signs will be displayed.

Services:
Electric hook-up not available

Programme:
Friday evening – Indoor Curling. Saturday evening – Carpet Bowls competition – commences at 5.00pm in the Sports Hall with supper served during the evening.

Rally slips to:
Bookings can be made via the Mid-Anglia website – www.midanglia.org.uk.

Rally Marshals:
John & Jasmine Kent.

Slips to Marshal by:

Annual Dinner Dance Rally, Invitation From South Essex Centre
2025-04-04 17:30 - 2025-04-06 13:00 | Devon
Map reference:

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Rally limit:
30 Units

Directions:
THE ESSEX BARN, SHOPLAND HALL FARM,
SHOPLAND ROAD, ROCHFORD SS4 1LT
From Southend bound A127, turn left at the Toby Carvery (Bell P.H.) into Rochford Road. At roundabout take third exit over railway bridge. At next Roundabout (Ann Boleyn P.H.) take second exit into Sutton Road. Straight on at mini roundabout and take next turning on left (on sharp right bend) into Shopland Road. The Essex Barn is located at Shopland Hall, turning on right after approx. 2 miles. Follow SECC signs.

Services:

Programme:
This runs from Friday 4th April 2025 @ 5.30 p.m. until Sunday 6th April 2025. Please note arrival time, please do not arrive any earlier. This is a 2-night rally.
Come and join us for our Annual Dinner & Dance. The venue for the Dinner & Dance is Saxon Hall, Aviation Way, Southend on Sea, Essex SS2 6UN. With a sumptuous meal and dancing to ‘Live Entertainment’ a fabulous evening is in store. Return transport will be organised between Shopland Hall and Saxon Hall. Site Fee: £13.00 per night (+ VAT).

Rally slips to:
No online bookings accepted Please use special booking form available at www.secc-online.org.uk.

Rally Marshals:
David Mills with South Essex Committee

Slips to Marshals by:

A HOPPING MAD EASTER RALLY
2025-04-17 10:30 - 2025-04-21 15:00 | TRINITY PARK, Felixstowe Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 8UH, United Kingdom
No Of Nights:
3-4

Post Code:
IP3 8UH

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Main entrance to site: ///peanut.installs.towel

Rally limit:
55 Vans

Directions:
Travelling over the Orwell Bridge, from the A14 take exit sp Lowestoft A12and Ipswich East. At the roundabout take A1156 towards Ipswich. Travel for a little over a mile passing Honda Garage on your right and at roundabout take the third exit to enter Trinity Park. Note Trinity Park is signposted – look for their brown signs.

Services:
Within walking distance of supermarkets/local shops. Own sanitation essential. Electric hook-up should be available, contact marshals to confirm.

Programme:
An Easter themed rally, Music, games, and Fish & Chip supper on Friday night.
Saturday night live music. Easter Bonnets

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook or email easter.sccc@btinternet.com

Rally Marshalls:
Ron & Denise King

Slips to Marshall by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Ron King for availability of spaces

Invitation from Mid-Anglia Centre - CARSINGTON WATER EASTER RALLY
2025-04-17 12:00 - 2025-04-22 14:00 | Uppertown Farm, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1NR, United Kingdom
No Of Nights:
5

Post Code:
DE6 1NR

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Rally limit:

Directions:
UPPERTOWN FARM, ASHBOURNE, DERBYSHIRE, DE6 1NR
Turn off A517 (Belper to Ashbourne Road) in Hulland Ward onto Dog Lane – signposted with Brown Signs for Carsington Water. In ¾ mile at crossroads turn right – signposted Carsington Water / caravan site. Continue on this road past the CAMC site and the Visitor Centre. Rally field is ¼ mile after Visitor Centre on RHS.

Services:

Programme:
Traditional Easter rally, Decorate a hardboiled Egg, Easter Bunnies, Easter Egg Hunt. Shelters available for evening entertainment. A chance to explore this beautiful part of the country. Full programme on arrival. Site Fees are £10 per night + Admin + Social + VAT.
Please see uppertownfarmleisure.co.uk for more details of the site and surrounding area.

Rally slips to:
Bookings can be made via the Mid-Anglia website – www.midanglia.org.uk.

Rally Marshalls:
John & Barbara Rutter

Slips to Marshall by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact marshals for availability of spaces

A STROLL ALONG THE PROM - PEEWIT CARAVAN PARK
2025-04-25 11:00 - 2025-04-27 15:00 | Devon
No Of Nights:
2

Post Code:
IP11 2HB

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Rally limit:
24

Directions:
Take A14 to Felixstowe Docks roundabout. Take last exit on roundabout and follow rally and site signs. At entry to caravan park, just through site gates, there is a pull in layby, please stop there and wait for rally marshals.

Services:
Licensed site with toilet/shower block for touring field use. Within walking distance of town and seafront. Social get together Saturday evening on site.
Visit the Peewit web site CLICK HERE

Programme:
Social get together Saturday evening on site.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Janet and Alan Dobson or email to peewit@suffolkcentre.co.uk

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Janet Dobson for availability of spaces.

Invitation from Mid-Anglia Centre - VINTAGE STEAM RALLY STRADSETT PARK, KING’S LYNN
2025-05-01 12:00 - 2025-05-05 18:00 | STRADSETT PARK, KING’S LYNN, NORFOLK, PE33 9HA
No Of Nights:
2-4

Post Code:
PE33 9HA

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Rally limit:

Directions:
Where A134 crosses the A1122 3 miles east of Downham Market. Follow local signs for 46th Stradsett Park Vintage Rally.

Services:

Programme:
Main arena events take place Sunday 4th & Monday 5th but a chance to look round all the stalls and exhibits prior to the main events.

Rally slips to:
Bookings can be made via the Mid-Anglia website – www.midanglia.org.uk.

Rally Marshalls:
John & Jasmine Kent.

Slips to Marshall by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact marshals for availability of spaces

CLUBFEST - BOLESWORTH CASTLE, CHESHIRE
2025-05-23 08:00 - 2025-05-27 17:00 | Devon
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at ClubFest 2025, set amidst the picturesque backdrop of Bolesworth Castle, Cheshire with fantastic live on-stage entertainment. Bolesworth Estate, located near Tattenhall in Cheshire, England, is a stunning venue known for its magnificent castle and sprawling grounds. The estate, with its origins in the 19th century, features beautiful gardens, lakes, and woodlands, offering a picturesque backdrop for events. Bolesworth Castle, an elegant and historic building, adds a touch of grandeur to any occasion. As the host for ClubFest 2025, Bolesworth Estate promises a unique and memorable experience, combining historic charm with natural beauty. Various pitches are available. Go to the Club’s website at www.caravanclub.co.uk for full details.

Bank Holiday Break At Garnhams Field
2025-05-23 11:00 - 2025-05-27 12:00 | Garnhams Field, STOWMARKET ROAD, BADLEY LANE, NEEDHAM MARKET, Suffolk, P6 8RJ, United Kingdom
No Of Nights:
2-4

Post Code:
IP6 8RJ

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Rally limit:
75 Vans

Directions:
DO NOT FOLLOW SAT NAV as this may direct you under a low bridge
(2.5m clearance). Follow the following instructions for ease of access.
Leave A14 – Stowmarket to Ipswich Road at Junction 50 and take B1120 heading south-west
signposted Stowmarket & Needham Market. In about 300 metres take first exit at McDonalds
roundabout continuing on A1120. After another 1000 metres approach traffic-light controlled
roundabout and take first exist onto B1113 (Needham Market Road) signposted Needham Market.
Site on right within 1.6 miles (at the end of a long service road serving properties on the left and
diagonally opposite a black barn on your left).

Services:
Own sanitation essential. No electric hook-ups on site.

Programme:
This is a relaxing do as you please bank holiday rally, giving time to either relax
on site or explore the local area. Located near Needham Market Suffolk, beside Stowmarket
Road, Garnham’s Field is a 48-acre site just a 10-minute walk into the Market Town of Needham
Market, which is host to a vast array of shops, pubs, and restaurants. The site is also on routes for
many walks and bike rides. Needham Lake, where you can feed the ducks and children can play in
the park, is a 15min walk away. Within 30 minutes’ drive you can visit Felixstowe, Bury St Edmunds,
Woodbridge, Stowmarket, and Ipswich. The site also benefits from its own battery powered barista
coffee van which sells hot food as well. This is open 5 days a week from 8am – 2pm. For fishing
enthusiasts, Garnham’s Field benefits from a well-stocked day ticket fishing lake, which is on site and
fenced. Further details can be found at www.garnhamsfishing.co.uk
RALLY OPENS: 11 a.m. Friday 23rd May and CLOSES Noon Tuesday 27th May

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Julian Fincham-Jacques.
Email: garnhamsfield@suffolkcentre.co.uk

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Julian for availability of spaces.

Relaxing At Manor Farm III, Kings Lynn
2025-05-27 11:00 - 2025-06-01 15:00 | Manor Farm, Watlington Road, Kings Lynn, PE33 oEJ, United Kingdom
No. Of Nights:
2-5

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Rally Limit:
25 vans

Directions:
From Downham Market on A10 at South Runcton turn left into School Road signposted Runcton Holme, at X roads in Runcton Holme turn right onto Watlington road, Manor Farm will be on your right in 0.5 mile.
From Kings Lynn on A10 continue south on A10 after A10/A134 roundabout for1.3 miles, turn right into Thieves Bridge Road, at T junction turn left onto Downham / Watlington Road, Manor Farm will be on your left 0.5 mile. From Downham Market on A10 at South Runcton turn left into School Road signposted Runcton Holme, at X roads in Runcton Holme turn right onto Watlington road, Manor Farm will be on your right in 0.5 mile.
Follow blue SCCC arrow signs. Manor Farm is at Runcton Holme village entry/exit white fencing.

Services:
Own sanitation essential. No electric hook-up. Shop and Pub in village about 1.5 miles.

Programme:

Local Store, Pub, Fish & Chip Shop and Jack’s Restaurant within 5 minutes from the site. There is a well-stocked fishing lake on site, competitive fishing rates are available. Site is 6 miles from Kings Lynn for large supermarkets etc. or 4 miles from Market town of Downham Market. Please use green toilet fluid. Quiet relaxing do as you please 5-night rally, or visit Sandringham and North Norfolk Coast etc. Get together evenings or fish & chip supper etc might be arranged, weather permitting.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Book. Bookings also accepted by emailing a copy of your rally slip to manorfarm@suffolkcentre.co.uk

Rally Marshals:
Garry & Connie Pyett

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Garry Pyett for availability of spaces.

Invitation from Mid Anglia Centre - THOSE MAGNIFICENT MEN STOW MARIES GREAT WAR AERODROME
2025-06-02 12:00 - 2025-06-04 12:00 | STOW MARIES GREAT WAR AERODROME, HACKMANS LANE, PURLEIGH,, CHELMSFORD, Essex, CM3 6RN, United Kingdom
No Of Nights:
2

Post Code:
CM3 6RN

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///passports.glorious.mulled (takes you to driveway entrance, approx. 1 mile long).

Rally limit:
30 Units

Directions:
From South Woodham Ferrers (Hamberts Road roundabout) take B1012 s/p Burnham-on-Crouch. In 500 yards turn left to follow Woodham Road s/p Stow Maries/Cold Norton. Follow Woodham Road through Stow Maries and just past Three Rivers Golf Club turn next left into Hackmans Lane. In approx. 1 mile turn left into Flambirds Chase entrance to the aerodrome, then follow single track driveway for approx. 1 mile to the rally site. Look out for yellow SECC rally signs and brown tourist signs for Aerodrome.

Services:

Programme:
Join us on this one-time, rare and special opportunity for an exclusive visit and stay at the only operational WWI Aerodrome and Aircraft Museum in the world and the largest remaining Great War Aerodrome in Europe, which is on our doorstep at Stow Maries. A private guided tour of the aerodrome and all exhibits is included in the site fee. A non-refundable deposit of £25.00 per outfit will be required with each booking made payable to The Caravan Club South Essex Centre.
Site Fee: Max. £25.00 per night (+ VAT).

Rally slips to:
Please see Marshal details in Rally Book

Rally Marshalls:
Sheila and Terry Anderson-Smythe

Slips to Marshall by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact marshals for availability of spaces

Apple Pie and Cider Rally
2025-06-05 14:00 - 2025-06-08 15:00 | Homestead Lake Park, Weeley, Clacton on Sea, Essex, CO16 9JN
Map Ref:
168/154225

Post Code:
CO16 9JN

Rally limit:
40 Vans

Directions:
From A12, take A120 towards Harwich then onto A133 sp Clacton on Sea. At the second roundabout take B1033 Thorpe/Walton. Site on left in one mile. Just inside main entrance turn right and park before the barrier. Go to office for barrier key (refundable cash deposit required for key). If you are going to arrive after 6 p.m. please advise marshal before rally.

Services:
Own sanitation preferred. Toilets and shower block available. Local shop and pubs in village or visit Frinton, Clacton-on-Sea and Walton-on-Naze. Local car boot sales over the weekend, also a café and accessory shop on site.

Programme:
Rally field is adjacent to a commercial site. Fishing available in the lake, extra charge payable. Rally bookable for 1, 2 or 3 nights. We are hoping to organise a social on Saturday night with apple pie and cider.

Rally slips to:
See Centre Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Nigel & Kim Berry

Slips to Marshals by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Kim Berry for availability of spaces.

Relaxing At Clare Priory
2025-06-13 11:00 - 2025-06-15 15:00 | Clare Priory, Ashen Road, Clare, Suffolk, Co10 8NX, United Kingdom
No Of Nights:
2

Post Code:
CO10 8NX

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Rally limit:
13 Vans

Directions:
From Colchester take the A1124 to A1017, turn right to Baythorne End. Turn right onto the A1092. At Clare turn into Ashen Road & follow rally signs. From Long Melford take the A1092 to Clare & turn left into Ashen Road & follow rally signs.

Services:
Own sanitation essential. No electric hook ups. Within walking distance of Clare Village with its shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants & fish & chips.

Programme:
A quiet relaxing weekend do as you please Bank Holiday weekend in the grounds of this beautiful historic Augustinian Priory. Time to relax and explore Clare and the surrounding area. Subject to availability, there may also be an organised tour of the Priory.
Many lovely walks from the rally field. .
RALLY OPENS: 11:00 Friday 13th June and CLOSES 15:00. Sunday 15th June.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook or email clarepriory@suffolkcentre.co.uk

Rally Marshals:
Julian Fincham-Jacques

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Julian for availability of spaces.

Invitation from South Essex Centre - THE LONGEST DAY AT HOMESTEAD.
2025-06-18 12:00 - 2025-06-22 12:00 | Homestead Lake Park, Weeley, Clacton on Sea, Essex, CO16 9JN
Number of Nights
4

Post Code:
CO16 9JN

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/// roadshow.duties.repaid

Rally limit:
40 Vans

Directions:
HOMESTEAD PARK, WEELEY, ESSEX, CO16 9JN
From A12 take A120 s/p Harwich/Clacton. Then take A133 s/p Clacton/Weeley. Homestead Caravans is on the left. Look out for yellow SECC rally signs. Book in at office and pay £10.00 deposit for barrier key before entering Caravan Park and continue to follow SECC rally signs.

Services:
Own sanitation preferred. Toilets and shower block available.
Local shop and pubs in village or visit Frinton and Walton-on-the-Naze. Local car boot sales Saturday and Sunday. Also a cafe and accessory shop on site.

Programme:
There will be fun and games on the field during the weekend, plus a communal barbecue, and not forgetting bacon rolls on Saturday morning. The coastal resorts from Clacton to Weeley, plus several quaint villages offering excellent cuisine and more besides are all within easy reach by car or by public transport from the bus stop right outside the site entrance. Site Fee: £10.00 per night (+ VAT).

Rally slips to:
Online Booking Accepted via website: www.secc-online.org.uk

Rally Marshals:
Kevin Piggott with assistants.

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact marshall for availability of spaces.

A BREAK WITH THE SWANNS. SWANN’S NURSERY
2025-06-19 10:30 - 2025-06-25 16:00 | Swann’s Nursery, SWANN’S NURSERY, EYKE ROAD, BROMESWELL, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 2PN, United Kingdom
PLEASE NOTE RALLY DATES HAVE BEEN SHORTENED TO 4 NIGHTS, NOW THURSDAY 23rd JUNE TO MONDAY 23rd JUNE.
THIS IS DUE TO ISSUES WITH LOCAL COUNCIL

No Of Nights:
Up to 6 nights

Post Code:
IP12 2PN

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Rally limit:
32 Vans

Directions:
From A12 take the A1152 Melton road, straight over traffic lights.
Over the railway crossing and at the roundabout take first left signposted Orford A1152. Within one-mile bear left sign posted Rendlesham/Eyke A1152. Site entrance within ½ mile on right. Follow Rally Signs
DO NOT APPROACH SITE OFF B1084 ORFORD ROAD

Services:
Own sanitation essential. Convenience shop in Eyke (newspapers, milk, etc.) with Sutton Hoo 1 mile, Woodbridge 3 miles and Orford 5 miles.

Programme:
£6.00 per night plus sundries and admin. Spend some time in the beautiful Suffolk countryside, including an organised walk to the local hostelry on the Saturday. Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, and other places of interest not far away.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook or by email to midsummer.sccc@btinternet.com

Rally Marshals:
Ron and Denise King

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Ron King for availability of spaces.

Invitation from Mid-Anglia Centre - DUXFORD AIRSHOW FOWLMERE VILLAGE HALL
2025-06-20 12:00 - 2025-06-22 18:00 | Fowlmere Village Hall, FOWLMERE VILLAGE HALL, CHRISHALL ROAD, FOWLMERE, Royston, SG8 7RY, United Kingdom
No Of Nights:
2

Post Code:
SG8 7RY

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Rally limit:
TBC

Directions:
Exit A11 onto A505 signed Royston. Stay on A505 to Fowlmere. In Fowlmere turn right on Chrishall Road then right into Village Hall Lane (one way system).

Services:

Programme:
The site is only 3 miles from Duxford. Your choice is to go to Duxford for the full experience or stay on site and see the air displays only 3 miles away.

Rally slips to:
Bookings can be made via the Mid-Anglia website – www.midanglia.org.uk.

Rally Marshalls:
Lee & Tracy Allgood

Slips to Marshall by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact marshals for availability of spaces

RHEIN ADVENTURES, GERMANY. Holiday Rally
2025-06-23 14:00 - 2025-07-05 09:00 | Devon
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No Of Nights:
14

Rally limit:
30 Vans

Directions:
Will be provided when booking confirmed

Services:
Electric to all pitches

Description:
RHEIN ADVENTURES
CAMPINGPLATZ AM RHEIN, KASTANIENALLE 4, 65385,
RUDESHEIM AM RHEIN, GERMANY
Everything in keeping with our holiday rallies. Evening entertainment, Themed evenings, Games nights. Rest of programme still to be decided.
Rudesheim Cable Car, Boat trips, Vineyards, Museum of Music, Wine Museum, Europa Park and much, much more.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Sheena and Michael McCartney

Slips to Marshal by:
Early booking is advised

Invitation from South Essex Centre - We're Going Back To Wilmcote 2, How About You?
2025-06-26 15:00 - 2025-07-01 12:00 | The Holdings, ASTON CANTLOW ROAD, WILMCOTE,, STRATFORD-UPON-AVON, CV37 9XZ, United Kingdom
Postcode:
CV37 9XZ

Rally limit:
35 Units

Directions:
INVITATION FROM SOUTH ESSEX CENTRE
This runs from Thursday 26th June 2025 @ 3 p.m. until 1st July 2025. No arrivals before 3 p.m.
From M40 turn off at Junction 15 onto A46. Continue on A46 then take
A3400. Look out for rally signs to turn into Featherbed Lane (sp Wilmcote) At end of the road turn
right and the entrance is on the right approx 0.25 mile. Tip. Follow brown info signs to “Mary Arden
House” which is situated in Wilmcote Village.

Services:
Own sanitation essential.

Programme:
Join us at this venue, where there is plenty to do. Wilmcote is on the circuit for
Shakespeare’s houses, with Mary Ardens house a short stroll away. There is a canal walk which takes
you into the centre of Stratford. The Black Country living museum, Warwick Castle and Cadbury
World are a short drive away. We also have the use of the local social club. Full programme will be
available on arrival. Site Fee: £9.00 per night plus VAT (plus Hall Hire).

Rally slips to:
Bookings accepted from 1st February 2025 inc. online booking via: www.secc-online.org.uk

Rally Marshals:
Sue & Paul Maran

Slips to Marshals after:
1st February 2025

HARNESSING HISTORY V The Suffolk Punch Trust
2025-06-27 11:00 - 2025-07-02 14:00 | The Suffolk Punch Trust, Woodbridge Walk, Hollesley, Suffolk, IP12 3JR, United Kingdom
PLEASE NOTE RALLY DATES HAVE BEEN SHORTENED TO 4 NIGHTS, NOW FRIDAY 27TH JUNE TO TUESDAY 1ST JULY.
THIS IS DUE TO ISSUES WITH LOCAL COUNCIL

Post Code:
IP12 3JR

No Of Nights
This is a 2–5-night rally.

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Rally limit:
40 Vans

Directions:
From A12 take A1152 Melton Road, go straight over at the traffic lights. At
the next roundabout take 2nd exit sp B1083 Hollesley, after approx. 1 mile turn left into Heath Road
sp Hollesley, approx. 0.5 mile after passing Rock Barracks, turn left into Melton Road sp Hollesley Bay
Colony, go over next crossroads into Woodbridge Walk, site on right in approx. 250 metres, follow
Suffolk Punch Trust brown tourist signs & rally signs.

Services:
Own sanitation essential, however there are toilets in centre during opening
hours if visiting centre. Shop, Pub & Calor Gas (during garage opening times) in village, about 1.5 miles.

Programme:
Relaxing, do as you please rally, the
rally fee includes a family ticket for access to the full facilities at the trust during opening hours to
see working horse demo’s, tractor rides, country walks, heritage museum, vintage farm machinery,
rare Suffolk breeds, café & visitor centre, shop, play area/pets paddock etc.
East coast & Forest nearby.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Garry and Connie Pyett with David and Jan Hale

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Garry Pyett for availability of spaces.

SUNSETS AT LEISTON .
2025-07-03 10:30 - 2025-07-07 15:00 | Applefields Caravan park, The Orchard, Abbey Road, Leiston, IP16 4RE, United Kingdom
No Of Nights:
2-4

Post Code:
IP16 4RE

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Rally limit:
20 Vans

Directions:
Follow the A12 through Farnham and turn off right onto the A1094 (Friday Street). Follow for 3.2 miles, then turn left onto the B1069 (Snape Road). Follow towards Leiston Abbey, entrance to site is left just after railway crossing.

Services:
Limited hook-up available – indicate on slip if required. First to book will secure.

Programme:
Rally field within Applefields Caravan Park which is within walking distance of the town centre and Leiston Abbey. Spend a few days exploring local area – minimum of 2 nights booking. Get-together planned with refreshments, full programme available later in the year.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook or email a copy of your rally slip to leiston@suffolkcentre.co.uk

Rally Marshals:
Janet and Alan Dobson

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Janet for availability of spaces.

Invitation from South Essex Centre - WEETING STEAM FAIR & COUNTRY SHOW
2025-07-17 15:30 - 2025-07-20 15:30 | FENGATE FARM, WEETING, NORFOLK, IP27 0QF, United Kingdom
Number of Nights
3

Post Code:
IP27 0QF

What3Words.Com:
///readers.flashback.shades

Rally limit:
20 Vans

Directions:
FENGATE FARM, WEETING, NORFOLK IP27 0QF
From A14 Suffolk take A11 s/p Thetford/Norwich. At Barton Mills roundabout take 2nd exit onto A1065 Brandon Road s/p Brandon/RAF Lakenheath. Continue on A1065 past RAF Lakenheath and into Brandon turning left at traffic lights (still on A1065). Turn sharp left immediately after level crossing s/p Weeting and continue on Brandon Road past main show entrance and past petrol garage to the camping site entrance on left. Here you will collect your wristbands and be directed to the rally area. Look out for yellow SECC signs.

Services:
Own sanitation essential.

Programme:
The show ground covers some 170 acres with arena events, craft stalls, food court, restaurant, bar and much more. See mass displays of steam engines, tractors and commercial vehicles. Funfair and Saturday night Show. Constant tractor & trailer rides enable everyone to get around this huge site and not miss anything. All-inclusive price for all weekend entrance to show, Saturday Night Show and 4 nights camping (inc. toilets and wheelie bins) was £95.00 in 2024. There may be a small increase in 2025. Site Fee: Min £95.00 all-inclusive total cost.

Rally slips to:
Online Booking Accepted via website: www.secc-online.org.uk

Rally Marshals:
Chris & Ian Mears

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact marshal for availability of spaces.

The Shotley Rose Pub Rally
2025-07-18 10:00 - 2025-07-20 15:00 | The Shotley Rose Pub, The Rose Inn, The Street, Shotley, Suffolk, IP9 1NL
No. Of Nights:
2

Post Code:
IP9 1NL

What3Words.Com:
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Rally limit:
40 Vans

Directions:
Take B1456 from Ipswich to Shotley. At Shotley village, the Shotley Rose pub is on the right, entrance to field is at the back of the pub car park. New improved access to field, follow SCCC signs.

Services:
Lovely area for walks or take the ferry across to Harwich or Felixstowe. Own sanitation essential. Village shop nearby. No electric hook-up.

Programme:
Eat and drink in the pub at your leisure. Possible band playing either Friday or Saturday night. Do as you please weekend.
Cash only on arrival

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Carole and Nick Harbottle

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Carole Harbottle for availability of spaces.

Invitation from Mid-Anglia Centre - BACK TO MY ROOTS INGATESTONE HALL
2025-07-18 13:00 - 2025-07-20 17:00 | INGATESTONE HALL, HALL LANE, INGATESTONE, Essex, CM4 9NR, United Kingdom
No Of Nights:
2

Post Code:
CM4 9NR

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Rally limit:
20 Vans

Directions:
HALL LANE, INGATESTONE, CM4 9NR
From the A12, take the B1002 through Ingatestone High Street, Turn Left into Station Lane, over the railway crossing and follow SECC signs.

Services:
Own facilities essential

Programme:
Come and join us at Ingatestone Hall for a relaxing weekend. On Saturday, there is the Ingatestone Horticultural Show, which is worth a visit. Full programme on arrival. Site Fee £12.50 per night inc. VAT

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Will and Penny Thursby

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact marshal for availability of spaces.

WIND DOWN AT WOOLVERSTONE
2025-07-25 12:00 - 2025-07-27 15:00 | Woolverstone Hall, Woolverstone, Suffolk, IP9 1AZ, United Kingdom
Map reference:
155/194387

Post Code:
IP9 1AZ

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Rally limit:
80 Vans.

Directions:
From Ipswich take the B1456 s.p. Shotley. In Woolverstone village
turn left just after the Marina entrance and follow rally signs. Rally at end of drive on Church Field.

Services:
Own sanitation essential. Close to river with walks, easy distance to Ipswich.

Programme:
Local shops nearby. Close to the river with scenic
walks and riverside pubs. Relaxing do as you please weekend with a possible gathering Saturday
evening.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
John and Sandra Meyrick

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of
the rally, please contact John Meyrick for availability of spaces.

LADIES DAY @ ROWLEY MILE RACECOURSE, NEWMARKET
2025-08-07 10:30 - 2025-08-10 16:00 | Rowley Mile Racecourse, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 0TF, United Kingdom
No Of Nights:
Bookable for 2 or 3 nights.

Post Code:
CB8 0TF

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Rally limit:
50 Vans

Directions:
Follow signs to Newmarket, straight on at clock tower, through the town and follow signs to Rowley Mile Racecourse. Follow blue SCCC rally signs. Take care over the speed humps on the racecourse road.

Services:
Do as you please weekend, with possible social gathering to be decided, site is within walking distance of the town centre. Own sanitation essential.
DOG OWNERS: Can we politely request that any dogs brought to the rally are kept on lead when outside any unit. They must be walked for exercise or “other” strictly off site, please do your best that they don’t foul the area we are sited on. Racehorses are often exercised alongside the rally area, please do not approach with dogs. Thank you.
FLAGS/LIGHTS: We ask members not to put up flags or flashing light poles as young nervous horses do come down past the site. Those up early enough can see them race each other past along the course.

Programme:
Time for the ladies to shine. Join us on Friday evening for drinks – ladies wear appropriate headwear for the occasion – refreshments for the gentlemen. Saturday racing is on at the July Racecourse – see their website for details.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Tony and Karen Reed

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking with 10 days of the rally, please contact Mr or Mrs Reed for availability of spaces.

Invitation from South Essex Centre - CHAIRMANS CHARITY RALLY SHOPLAND HALL CARAVAN SITE
2025-08-14 14:00 - 2025-08-18 12:00 | SHOPLAND HALL CARAVAN SITE, SHOPLAND ROAD,, Rochford, Essex, SS4 1LT, United Kingdom
Post Code:
SS4 1LT

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Rally limit:
80 Vans

Directions:
A127 towards Southend. Remain on A127 past Tesco Superstore, turn left at the Toby Carvery (Bell PH) traffic lights, into Rochford Road. At roundabout take 3rd exit s/p Rochford. At next roundabout (Ann Boleyn PH) take second exit (right) into Sutton Road. Go straight over mini roundabout and take next turning on the left (as road bends to the right) into Shopland Road. After 2 miles approx. turn right onto unmade driveway to Shopland Hall. Look out for yellow SECC signs.

Services:
Electric Hook Up Not Available

Programme:
The BIG ONE; the South Essex triennial Charity Rally. Whilst hoping to raise money for our Charity this is sure to be a great rally, full of fun and games for all, live entertainment on three nights in luxury marquee with bespoke bar and food will also be available. Our Chaiman David Mills, and First Lady, Marion, look forward to welcoming Centre members and guests from far and wide. This will be a 4 night rally, starting on the Thursday. The venue is close to Southend-on-Sea tourist attractions, with the longest pleasure pier in the world, and lots of other local history. You could extend your stay if required, by direct arrangement with the landowner. Site Fee Inclusive rally fee fixed at £95. Food and drinks will be available at extra cost.

Rally slips to:
Please use special booking form (with QR code) available on website – www.secc-online.org.uk.

Rally Marshals:
David Mills with Committee

Slips to Marshal by:

Thorpeness Cliff Top Rally
2025-08-15 12:00 - 2025-08-25 14:00 | Cliff Top, The North End, Thorpeness, Suffolk, United Kingdom
No of Nights:
10

Post Code:
IP16 4PD

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Rally limit:
89 Vans

Directions:
From the a12 take the A1094 sp Aldeburgh and Leiston. After approx. 4 miles turn left onto the B1353 sp Thorpeness and SCCC rally signs to site.

Services:
Own sanitation essential. No electric hook-up on site, use only 12v electrics, shops, café, antiques, pubs and boating lake in the village. Other shops and supermarkets can be found in the Aldeburgh 2 miles away or Leiston 4 miles away. Rally co-incides with Aldeburgh Carnival and the Thorpeness Regatta and Fireworks.

Programme:
Wonderful beach and heathland, walk to Minsmere (6 miles). Marquee on site planned with entertainment all week to include cheesy bingo, quiz night, cinema night and live band. Loads of entertainment for the children too with sports day, crafts, tie dying (bring white cottons to dye) and a bouncy castle. Full programme will be sent out a couple of weeks before the rally.
Any updates will be on our Facebook page for booked members: Thorpeness Cliff Top Rally.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Julie and Paul Breed

Slips to Marshal by:
Email Thorpeness@suffolkcentre.co.uk to request a booking form.

LATE SUMMER AT LESSINGHAM
2025-08-29 11:00 - 2025-09-04 12:00 | Star Inn, School Road, Lessingham, Norfolk, NR12 0DN, United Kingdom
PLEASE NOTE THIS RALLY HAS BEEN CANCELLED

No. Of Nights:
2-6

Post Code:
NR12 0DN

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Rally limit:
20 Vans

Directions:
Turn right (if coming from south) off A149 (Gt. Yarmouth to North Walsham) at TESCO, into Old Market Road, signposted Lessingham. Follow signs to Lessingham. DO NOT turn left at Signpost for Brumstead! Follow SCCC signs from here. Immediately after The Swan Inn at Ingham follow the road round to the right – BEWARE at this point the Lessingham signposts and Satnav will send you straight ahead (actually a left turn) – you can go this way but the road narrows part way along – it is safer to follow the road to the right after The Swan & follow Lessingham signposts from there.
On reaching the Lessingham Village sign continue past ‘Grange Farm CL’ on your left, then take next left into School Road, signposted ‘Church and Village Hall’. The Star Inn is on the left after approx. 500mts. On reaching the pub, turn left into its car park, which is immediately before it. Follow SCCC signs. Please proceed with care.
The field does have a slight slope to it so please ensure you bring levelling blocks with you.

Services:
Own sanitation essential although there are toilets in the adjacent pub during opening hours.

Programme:
Mark the end of summer with a relaxing break near the lovely Norfolk coast. This is a ‘do-as-you-please’ rally with ample time to appreciate the beautiful local area, where you can walk, cycle, take a boat trip on The Broads, or enjoy the wonderful beaches, tea shops and pubs nearby. The rally field itself is behind ‘The Star Inn’ at Lessingham, Norfolk, which serves local ales and good food.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook Bookings also accepted by emailing a copy of your rally slip to: lessingham@suffolkcentre.co.uk

Rally Marshals:
Graham and Melody Gosling

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Melody Gosling for availability of spaces.

Weekend On The Water, Alton Water.
2025-09-05 15:00 - 2025-09-07 12:00 | Alton Water, Holbrook Road, Stutton, IP9 2RY, United Kingdom
PLEASE NOTE THIS RALLY HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO ISSUES WITH THE SITE

No. Of Nights:
2

Post Code:
IP9 2RY

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Rally limit:
30 Vans

Directions:
From Ipswich take the B1456 s.p. Holbrook. At the top of the hill take the right fork s.p. Holbrook B1080. After the village and the Royal Hospital School turn right at the brown sign for Alton Water. Pass through barrier and the site is on the left. Information on the barrier process will be provided later.

Services:
Toilets and shower block available. Local shop and pubs in village, also a cafe, bike hire and water activities on site.

Programme:
Toilets and shower block available. Local shop and pubs nearby. Also on site, a café, bike hire and water activities. Relaxing do as you please weekend, there are walking and cycling trails around the reservoir. Dogs are welcomed at Alton Water on a lead and not in the water. Fishing available in the reservoir, extra charge payable. Possible gathering Saturday evening.
PLEASE NOTE: Booking conditions have changed in that the site regulations only allow 1 vehicle, 2 adults, 3 children (under 16) and 2 small pets per pitch, there are charges to exceed these. Please enquire with the rally marshals before booking if necessary.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook. Bookings also accepted by emailing a copy of your rally slip to: altonwater@suffolkcentre.co.uk

Rally Marshals:
John and Sandra Meyrick

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days or the rally, please contact John Meyrick for availability of spaces.

DANS MEADOW RALLY
2025-09-12 12:00 - 2025-09-14 14:00 | Dans Meadow, BEALINGS ROAD, MARTLESHAM, Suffolk, IP12 4RW, United Kingdom
Map reference:

Post Code:
IP12 4RW

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Rally limit:
40 Vans

Directions:
Turn toward Martlesham village off the A12 at the roundabout and follow the road until you reach the Red Lion public house on your left. Follow rally signs and turn up the Bealings Road and Dan’s Meadow is approx 300m on your right-hand side.

Services:
Own sanitation essential.

Programme:
Join us for lively weekend of entertainment. Perfect way to spend an autumn weekend. Dan’s Meadow is set in 4 acres of woodland bordering the River Fynn. Friday night Quiz or Bingo and Saturday night live band or alternative entertainment. Live band will be subject to numbers.
Local pub within walking distance of the rally field and close to Woodbridge.

Rally slips to:
See Rally Handbook

Rally Marshals:
Paul and Diane Fitch

Slips to Marshal by:
If booking within 10 days of the rally, please contact Diane Fitch for availability of spaces.
