Clare Castle Country Park Trust

12/06/2026

We have had a mobile phone handed in at the park office which was found in the toilet attached to The Old Goods Shed this morning - the wallpaper home screen has a lady and her dog.

Our number is 01787 277902 with someone here until 12 noon.

11/06/2026

Libby Brooks - our Artist-in-Residence has announced some new Art Workshops

Botanical Plaster Casting - Join Libby for a half day, relaxing, nature-inspired workshop where you’ll learn to create and take home your own botanical plaster cast using seasonal foliage. Next dates: Sunday 2nd August, Thursday 17th September (Includes all materials & refreshments).

Just Paint - A gentle space to unwind, create and restore. These are calm, welcoming sessions where there is no pressure, no expectations and no need to be ‘good’ at art. Complete beginners welcome. Come and nourish your soul! Next date: Wednesday 17ᵗʰ June, 10-12.30,
only £15 (Includes all materials & refreshments).

Sculpting Facial Features (Part 1-Eyes and Lips) – Join Libby for a day as we enter the fascinating world of human anatomy. Take your observation skills to the next level as you learn step by step how to create an eye and lips in clay. Next Date: Sat 7ᵗʰ November (Includes all materials & refreshments).

For further information, workshop dates, to sign up or to register to get priority discounts and be the first to hear when I launch new courses go here: www.libbybrooks.com

11/06/2026

The sunshine will be back for the weekend and all the joy of Party in the Park! Great line up - all free - 1pm until 9pm 🙂

The weather is set to be sunny this weekend - just in time for the return of Party in the Park!

Bring the family, meet up with friends, and enjoy non-stop live music, food stalls, a beer tent, games and so much more!

With free entry and something for everyone, it's the perfect way to enjoy some summer vibes in our beautiful town. We'll see you there!

09/06/2026

Just a reminder that there is no Clare Castle parkrun this Saturday - the 13th June 2026 as we will be setting up for Party in the Park 2026.

07/06/2026

Extended due to popular demand!

Libby Brooks - our very first Artist in Residence is extending her solo exhibition Grounded & will be available tomorrow - from 10am - 4pm in The Old Goods Shed.

A great way to start the week - and great opportunity to chat to Libby.

05/06/2026

Starting today!

Grounded - the solo exhibition of Libby Brooks - our 1st Artist-in-Residence for Castle Country Park Trust

Come along and meet Libby and see what she has planned in the year ahead.

The show features paintings & sculptures and is a fresh way of displaying art.

Open from today - and all weekend in The Old Goods Shed from 10-4pm daily with free entry.

04/06/2026

Last weekend we said a heartfelt Goodbye to one of our trustees.

We would like to thank Gary Brown for all of his hard work and dedication to Clare Castle Country Park during the last 10 plus years - looking after the health & safety and The Old Goods Shed.

We wish him well and hope he enjoys lots of new adventures.

03/06/2026

Join Clare Walks Suffolk for an evening walk on Friday 12th June 2026 - Magna Carta route South to Castle Hedingham - 8.5 miles - 3 hours

Gather outside The Old Goods Shed in Clare Castle Country Park (CCCP) at 3.45pm for 4.00pm departure - walk there and minibus back.

To reserve your free seat on the minibus please email [email protected]

There is no charge, although donations are welcome.

For more info - www.clarewalks.co.uk

01/06/2026

A pair glasses have just been handed into the office. They were found near the play area.

We are open Mondays to Thursdays 9.30am to 2.30pm and Fridays 9am to 12pm. Or contact us on:

Tel no. 01787 277902
[email protected]