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Halesworth Museum Talk - Ancient DNA at United Reform Church

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Around £8

Halesworth Museum Talk - Ancient DNA at United Reform Church

What does it tell us about history, archaeology or anything else? Unravelling the truth, myths, and commonly held misconceptions. A talk by Kevin Wooldridge MA, MCIfA. Admission £8. Friends of the Museum £4. Pay at the door.

Thu 23 Jul20:30Halesworth United Reformed Church(1.3mi)

via Halesworth United Reformed Church

Likely freeCommunity

Minibeast Hunt at Halesworth Library

A free event for 5-11 year olds. Become nature detectives!

Sat 25 Jul11:00Halesworth Library(1.3mi)

via Halesworth Library

Community

Busk at the Buck

Busk at the Buck with Jon and Friends. Everyone welcome, come along and join in.

Sun 26 JulThe Rumburgh Buck(4.7mi)

via The Rumburgh Buck

Sports & Fitness

Free Mini's Summer Touch Rugby in Halesworth

Southwold Rugby’s touch sessions will be back this summer! Whether they are looking to give rugby a go, join in with friends, learn some new skills or simply burn off some weekend energy, our touch sessions are open & free to everyone ages 5 to 12.

Sun 26 Jul11:00Halesworth Campus(1.2mi)

via Halesworth Campus

Community

Open Day at HSNGR - Blythburgh

See the restoration work , enjoy free tea, coffee and cake, model railway, displays, and films at the village hall. Short passenger rides on the original line 1879.

Sun 26 Jul11:30Blythburgh Village Halll(3mi)

via Blythburgh Village Halll

Community

Wenhaston Village Show

Traditional Village Show in Wenhaston Village Hall

Sun 26 Jul15:00Wenhaston Village Hall(1.5mi)

via Wenhaston Village Hall

Children & Family

Kinda Holiday Club

Kinda Holiday Club? At Kinda Education? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Mon 27 Jul11:00Kinda Education(0.6mi)

via Kinda Education

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Lego Club at Halesworth Library - Sport theme

Every Tuesday during the Summer Holidays 11.15-12.15. Build a different theme every week. Free!

Tue 28 Jul12:00Halesworth Library(1.3mi)

via Halesworth Library

Community

Around £4

Quiz Night

The monthly quiz takes place on the last Wednesday evening of every month commencing at 8pm prompt. It raises funds for the Rumburgh Cricket Ground and is organised by the committee. Teams of up to six people @ £4 pp – light refreshments included.

Wed 29 JulThe Rumburgh Buck(4.7mi)

via The Rumburgh Buck

Likely freeArts & Culture

Sport themed craft at Halesworth Library

Free event but please book a place via the Library. Fun sport themed craft making.

Wed 29 Jul11:00Halesworth Library(1.3mi)

via Halesworth Library

Children & Family

Family Activity Sessions

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Fri 31 JulHigh Lodge Leisure Ltd(3.2mi)

via High Lodge Leisure LtdLocal gem

Children & Family

Around £20

Family Activity Session

Friday 31st July 2026 High Lodge Leisure Ltd

Fri 31 JulHigh Lodge Leisure Ltd(3.2mi)

via High Lodge Leisure LtdLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Children's Chess taster session at Halesworth Library

Suitable for children of any age and ability. Free event, no need to book.

Fri 31 Jul15:30Halesworth Library(1.3mi)

via Halesworth Library

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Lego Club at Halesworth Library - Dinosaur theme

Every Tuesday during the Summer Holidays 11.15-12.15. Build a different theme every week. Free!

Tue 4 Aug12:00Halesworth Library(1.3mi)

via Halesworth Library

Mini Monsters creepy crawly roadshow at Halesworth Library

Community

Around £1

Mini Monsters creepy crawly roadshow at Halesworth Library

£1 per child, please book in advance with the Library. Two sessions – 11am-12.30pm & 1.30pm-2.30pm

Wed 5 Aug12:30Halesworth Library(1.3mi)

via Halesworth Library

Youngsters Activity Experience - 10-16yrs

Community

Around £65.00

Youngsters Activity Experience - 10-16yrs

Youngsters Activity Experience - 10-16yrs Thursday 6th August 2026 High Lodge Leisure Ltd Suitable for 10-16yrs 9.30am till 1pm on selected dates below £65 per person Try your hand at 3 activities to include air rifle, clay shooting and archery (approx 1hr of each activity). Full instruction provided along with all equipment. Includes refreshments and a High Lodge Goodie Bag. Please note children must be supervised by an adult throughout the session. To book, telephone . Payment in full will be required to confirm all bookings. You will be required to complete a registration form for each youngster. Forms can be downloaded below and must be returned to or dropped into our reception before you attend. In the event you need to cancel your booking, please notify us as soon as possible by telephoning us on . Cancellations received between 72 and 48hrs of the booking date will be subject to a cancellation fee of £30. Cancellations received within 48hrs or no shows on the day will result in loss of full payment made. Bookings cancelled with more than 72 hours notice will entitle you to transfer monies paid to an alternative booking date or a refund in full. Youngsters Activity Session Registration Form Price: £65.00

Thu 6 AugHigh Lodge Leisure Ltd(3.2mi)

via High Lodge Leisure LtdLocal gem

Wellness & Wellbeing

Sacred Solutions Wellbeing Fair @ The Harmony Centre

The Harmony Centre

Sat 8 AugSarahLouSolutions(2.1mi)

via SarahLouSolutionsLocal gem

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Venues with events near Mells

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Halesworth Library1.3 miles away Kinda Education0.6 miles away Halesworth Campus1.2 miles away

More about Mells

Suffolk, England

Mells is in Suffolk, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Mells events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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