'Parting is such sweet sorrow'

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On Sunday 31st October Ipswich Crochet Club said its final farewells to Fynn Valley. 

 

Despite the many happy memories accumulated over the past 9 years, it is time to move on.

 

This may be the end of an era but it heralds the beginning of a new and exciting chapter in the history of Ipswich Croquet Club.

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Now the Club has the opportunity and means to expand, and create those quality lawns it has always dreamed of - fit for both local and national competitions.

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Nacton Sports Field

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While the new croquet facility is under construction,  Nacton Playing Field and Cricket Club have kindly allowed Ipswich Croquet Club to set up two 2/3 sized courts on an area of the cricket ground and use its clubhouse.

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The club has already moved its equipment to Nacton and now looks forward to an enjoyable winter season.

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The croquet club also invites Nacton residents to try their hand at croquet on Saturday mornings. A friendly face will be on hand to introduce newcomers to the sport and help them get started. The club has all the equipment needed - all that is required is a pair of flat-soled shoes.

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A first class facility

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After a long and often frustrating search the club has now found a suitable site on which to build a brand new croquet facility.

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This is a major undertaking and will be phased over 3 to 5 years.

 

Phase 1, which includes 2 full sized courts, a pavilion and washroom facilities, is scheduled to be completed by spring this year when the club will move in.

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Later phases will see the addition of 2 further full sized courts and further improvement to the club's facilities.

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This is a club that is definitely

'on its way up'.