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Bookings open for Anglia Business Exhibition 2025

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The 29th annual Anglia Business Exhibition (ABE) is now accepting stand bookings for its 2025 event, set to take place on 7 May at Trinity Park, Ipswich.

The big picture: The exhibition, run by the Ipswich & Suffolk Small Business Association (ISSBA), has grown in popularity and impact over nearly three decades.

  • The event offers various stand options for different company sizes and budgets, including sponsorship packages.

  • Fleximize, First Intuition and Riverhills have already confirmed as 2025 sponsors.

Graham Barton, Chair of ISSBA, said: "During almost three decades, ABE has gone from strength to strength and provides an incredible opportunity to local businesses."

Speed networking at the ISSBA Anglia Business Exhibition
Speed networking at the ISSBA Anglia Business ExhibitionRoger Barcham

Why it matters: ABE is widely regarded as the region's premier B2B exhibition, providing local businesses with a platform to showcase their services and network with potential clients and partners.

Key details:

  • The exhibition will run from 10:00 to 17:00 on 7 May at Trinity Park, Ipswich

  • Attendees can expect:

    • A wide range of local businesses to engage with

    • Free speed networking sessions

    • Refreshments

    • Additional activities (to be announced)

What they're saying: Event Organiser Merie Sennett highlighted the exhibition's welcoming atmosphere: "Despite the size and prestige of this exhibition, it has remained extremely friendly and welcoming.

"As businesses, large and small, come together under one roof, there is always a fantastic atmosphere, buzzing with the sound of people chatting and ultimately, business being done."

Attendees networking at the ISSBA Anglia Business Exhibition
Attendees networking at the ISSBA Anglia Business ExhibitionRoger BarchamRoger Barcham

How to participate: Businesses interested in booking a stand or sponsorship opportunities can contact the team at contact@angliabusinessexhibition.com or visit www.angliabusinessexhibition.com for more information.

The bottom line: The Anglia Business Exhibition 2025 is a staple of the local business event calendar, offering networking opportunities and a chance for companies to raise their profile in the region.

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Police appeal after golf ball attack damages historic Landguard Fort

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Over 40 golf balls were driven at Felixstowe's Landguard Fort, causing mortar damage to the historic structure's outer wall.

Why it matters: The damage constitutes an offence under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979, which protects historically significant sites.

Inside the Landguard Fort in Felixstowe
Inside the Landguard Fort in FelixstoweGetty Images

The details: Suffolk Police reported that the incident took place between 17:00 on Monday, 10 March and 09:00 on Tuesday, 11 March.

The golf balls were driven from a grass mound outside the fort on Point View Road, with some projectiles clearing the outer wall and landing in the inner parade area.

What's next: Officers are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about those responsible to come forward.

How to help: Contact Suffolk Police quoting crime reference 37/13803/25 via:

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through their online form.

The bottom line: This act of vandalism has caused damage to one of Felixstowe's most important historic landmarks, which is protected by national legislation.

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