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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Middleton (East Suffolk)

10 picks around Middleton (East Suffolk), from 9 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Middleton (East Suffolk)

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Middleton (East Suffolk), not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Middleton (East Suffolk)

July Vinyl Night1

July Vinyl Night

at socialbar

Bring Your Own Vinyl Night Share your sounds at socialbar’s monthly vinyl night. Join us at socialbar for an evening dedicated to your records and the stories behind them. Whether it’s a cherished classic, a dusty B-side, or your latest crate-digging gem, bring your vinyl and we’ll play it on the bar’s turntable. No DJ skills needed — we’ll provide those. Just bring your vinyl, your taste and a love for music. Drop in, drop the needle, and enjoy drinks, snacks, and good company while the records spin. No tickets, no fuss — just come.

3.9 milesSat 25 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Community
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tap.social Taproom Launch

at socialbar

tap tap… what’s coming? After a bit of building and plenty of tasting, tap.social taproom will be opening its doors. Join us for our public launch event: a first chance to see the space and sample some craft on draught in our open air courtyard backing onto Fromus Square! Craft beer, a courtyard seating on Fromus Square and a few opening-night surprises. Everyone’s welcome to tap in and be social.

3.9 milesSat 25 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Community

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Sunday Morning Gathering

at Framlingham Community Baptist Church

26th July 2026 , 10:45 am to 12:15 pm Location: FAYAP, Saxtead Rd, Framlingham, Woodbridge IP13 9HE, UK More details: Service led by Andrew Behrend with Jonathan Sullivan speaking on 'Summer Adventures' This service will include Communion. You are welcome to join us online using Zoom. Complete the form on the Contact Us page asking to join services and we will send you the link. Each Sunday's talk will be recorded and on the Media page of the website.

10 milesSun 26 Jul11:45
CuratedSee the details→
Community
Sea Glass Workshop & Afternoon Tea6

Sea Glass Workshop & Afternoon Tea

at Art at The Pavilion

Join Dotty’s Delights for Sea glass art making workshop at The Pavilion Theatre . Bring your special sea glass or use some provided by us. Everything you need will be provided and you will be guided through the process. By the end of the afternoon you’ll have a bespoke sea glass art frame made by you that you can hang with pride on your wall. Also enjoy Dotty’s Delights’ Summer Afternoon tea with tea and coffee included, £40. Or you can go for the bubbly version with a glass of Prosecco , £45. *Please state any dietary requirements at booking. Book now as spaces are limited.

23.1 milesSun 26 Jul£40
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Food & DrinkWorkshops & Classes
Frankie’s Guys7

Frankie’s Guys

at Marina Theatre

10th Anniversary Tour – A Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons After a decade of touring the UK and countless global performances, the award-winning Frankie’s Guys are now firmly established as one of the world’s foremost celebrations of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Accompanied by their incredible live band, the show includes […]

17.4 milesSat 25 Jul20:30£28.50
Local gemSee the details→
Live Music
The Gathering8

The Gathering

at Christ Church Lowestoft

The Gathering is our Sunday evening service at Christ Church. It’s an informal service with a mixture of songs, prayers, news and at its heart a Bible talk relevant to life today. Currently, The Gathering meets in our Church Halls. Please note: once a month we run Cafe Church at 4:30pm instead.

17.7 milesSun 26 Jul18:30
Local gemSee the details→
Community
Stars of the Stage presents: GAGA9

Stars of the Stage presents: GAGA

at Seagull Theatre

Now in its 9th year, Stars of the Stage — the local performing arts school founded in 2017 by Bethany Lewis — proudly brings you GAGA: a full-scale theatrical tribute celebrating the music and artistry of the one and only Lady Gaga.

15.9 milesSat 25 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Community
Benefice Zoom Service10

Benefice Zoom Service

at Saint Mary

Weekly Benefice service beginning at 10.30am every Sunday on Zoom. Please join from 10.15am using the link or details below. Sunday Worship Telephone: Look forward to seeing you there!

18 milesSun 26 Jul10:30
Local gemSee the details→
Religion & Spirituality

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