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Ditchingham Fete 2026 a Great Success
The Ditchingham Fete on Saturday 14 June was a great success, attracting a large crowd and creating a wonderful community atmosphere.
With more than 50 stalls, live music, dog agility displays and a variety of excellent food vendors, there was plenty for visitors to enjoy throughout the day. The lovely weather helped make the event even more enjoyable for all who attended.
Ditchingham Parish Council would like to thank everyone who supported the fete, including stallholders, volunteers, performers and visitors.
Special thanks go to Mel from Ditchingham Pre-School and Angela on behalf of Ditchingham Parish Council for their hard work and dedication in helping to organise such a successful event.
We look forward to welcoming everyone again next year.
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June & July 2026
DITCHINGHAM PARISH COUNCIL CHAIR’S REPORT
Ditchingham Parish Council is pleased to report that the Council is now at full strength following the co-option of new Councillors Ed Van Dijk and Stephen Young. An Events Organising Working Party has also been established and is busy preparing for the Summer Fete on 14th June.
The Council continues to address local concerns including anti-social behaviour, speeding, vandalism at the skate park and graffiti. Liaison with the police continues and the speed awareness machine remains in regular use.
Following a positive public consultation, plans are progressing for a BMX pump track at the Thwaite Road Play Area, with funding opportunities now being explored.
A number of maintenance projects have also been completed or are underway, including repairs to play equipment, the cemetery lychgate roof and fencing along Cheyne Walk. Bungay Conservation Volunteers continue to provide valuable support at the Community Orchard, where a new bench has recently been installed.
The Council is also continuing to press for improvements to the poorly maintained Amenity Area near The Maltings development.
Wider issues affecting the parish include local government reorganisation, support for a banking hub in Bungay and ongoing planning proposals for housing off Loddon Road and Tunneys Lane.
The Chair thanked all Councillors, staff and volunteers for their continued hard work and commitment to the parish, with particular appreciation expressed to the Clerk for managing the increasingly complex responsibilities of the Council.
Keith Weston
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April-May 2026
Ditchingham Parish Council is pleased to report that the Council is now at full strength following the co-option of new Councillors Ed Van Dijk and Stephen Young. An Events Organising Working Party has also been established and is busy preparing for the Summer Fete on 14 June.
The Council continues to address local concerns including anti-social behaviour, speeding, vandalism at the skate park and graffiti. Liaison with the police continues and the speed awareness machine remains in regular use.
Following a positive public consultation, plans are progressing for a BMX pump track at the Thwaite Road Play Area, with funding opportunities now being explored.
A number of maintenance projects have also been completed or are underway, including repairs to play equipment, the cemetery lychgate roof and fencing along Cheyne Walk. Bungay Conservation Volunteers continue to provide valuable support at the Community Orchard, where a new bench has recently been installed.
The Council is also continuing to press for improvements to the poorly maintained Amenity Area near The Maltings development.
Wider issues affecting the parish include local government reorganisation, support for a banking hub in Bungay and ongoing planning proposals for housing off Loddon Road and Tunneys Lane.
The Chair thanked all Councillors, staff and volunteers for their continued hard work and commitment to the parish, with particular appreciation expressed to the Clerk for managing the increasingly complex responsibilities of the Council.
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Community Orchard Bench
🌿 New Bench at the Community Orchard 🌿
We are pleased to confirm that a new bench has now been delivered and installed at the Community Orchard off Hollow Hill Road.
We hope it will be enjoyed by many residents and visitors as a place to sit, relax and take in the surroundings. 🌳
