events
Events coming SOON
Macmillan Coffee Morning at the URC, Friday 25th September, 10am-12pm
We have been asked to organise a plant and produce stall at the Macmillan Coffee Morning at the United Reformed Church, Ipswich Road on Friday 25th September to help raise funds for people living with cancer.
If anyone has any plants or fruit or vegetables they can donate for this very good cause could they bring it along to the church on the day before 10am, or contact Janet by email: [email protected] .
We have been asked to organise a plant and produce stall at the Macmillan Coffee Morning at the United Reformed Church, Ipswich Road on Friday 25th September to help raise funds for people living with cancer.
If anyone has any plants or fruit or vegetables they can donate for this very good cause could they bring it along to the church on the day before 10am, or contact Janet by email: [email protected] .
PAST EVENTS
EATON RISE OPEN GARDENS - 04 JULY 2026:
There was a real carnival atmosphere on Eaton Rise on Saturday, 4 July 2026, as sixteen generous homeowners opened their gardens to the community. The weather could not have been kinder: warm but not hot, with a gentle breeze that made wandering between gardens an absolute pleasure. The church was buzzing throughout the day. The café served a steady stream of visitors, stalls displayed local crafts and produce, and talks explored how our gardens can adapt to a changing climate — a topic that sparked plenty of thoughtful conversation.
A remarkable 246 tickets were sold, raising £1500 for the local NSPCC charity. Eaton Rise is fortunate to have larger gardens than many city neighbourhoods, and each one offered something unique. Walking behind the houses felt like stepping into hidden worlds: ponds alive with wildlife, carefully tended borders, creative planting, and peaceful corners that reflected the personality of each gardener.
Visitors were respectful, curious, and full of enthusiasm. There was lively chat everywhere you turned, with people swapping ideas, tips, and admiration. The sense of shared enjoyment was unmistakable.
On Sunday, the “open gardeners” enjoyed their own relaxed tour of each other’s gardens, ending the day with wonderful food prepared by the group — and, of course, a welcome glass or two of wine. It was a warm, sociable finish to a weekend that was not only successful but hugely pleasurable for everyone involved.
Slideshow below
There was a real carnival atmosphere on Eaton Rise on Saturday, 4 July 2026, as sixteen generous homeowners opened their gardens to the community. The weather could not have been kinder: warm but not hot, with a gentle breeze that made wandering between gardens an absolute pleasure. The church was buzzing throughout the day. The café served a steady stream of visitors, stalls displayed local crafts and produce, and talks explored how our gardens can adapt to a changing climate — a topic that sparked plenty of thoughtful conversation.
A remarkable 246 tickets were sold, raising £1500 for the local NSPCC charity. Eaton Rise is fortunate to have larger gardens than many city neighbourhoods, and each one offered something unique. Walking behind the houses felt like stepping into hidden worlds: ponds alive with wildlife, carefully tended borders, creative planting, and peaceful corners that reflected the personality of each gardener.
Visitors were respectful, curious, and full of enthusiasm. There was lively chat everywhere you turned, with people swapping ideas, tips, and admiration. The sense of shared enjoyment was unmistakable.
On Sunday, the “open gardeners” enjoyed their own relaxed tour of each other’s gardens, ending the day with wonderful food prepared by the group — and, of course, a welcome glass or two of wine. It was a warm, sociable finish to a weekend that was not only successful but hugely pleasurable for everyone involved.
Slideshow below
ERRA Craft Fair
Many thanks to everyone who supported the Craft Fair on 1st November. I am delighted to say that we have presented a cheque for £250 to Clive Evans, Fundraiser for Priscilla Bacon Hospice
The updated Eaton Rise booklet is now available for £5. Click here to download a preview. To order a copy, please use the contact page.