LOCAL
BUSINESSES

The Ship Inn                  Tel: 01473 659573

This 17th Century thatched gastro-pub, with open fires and a welcoming atmosphere, serves the most wonderful food, delicious wines and excellent barrel beers.

Opening daily: 12noon – 11.15pm – No booking.

O.O.C.L.                         www.oocl.com

Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) is one of the world's largest integrated international container transportation, logistics and terminal companies. It provides customers with a network that encompasses Asia, Europe, North America and Australasia. Their UK HQ is at Levington.

B.D.K.                            www.bdk.uk.com

BDK are adhesive technology specialists providing a range of industrial adhesives, converted technical adhesive tapes and bespoke medical adhesive products in industries as diverse as Medical to Automotive, Photographic to Security.

Scotts                            www.scottsprofessional.co.uk

Our business is the development, manufacture, sales and marketing of specialty fertilizers, growing media and plant protection products for the Turf and Amenity, the Ornamental Horticulture and the Specialty Agriculture markets. One of their main laboratories is in Levington.

D. C. Construction Ltd.     www.dcconstructionltd.co.uk

General contractor for all building projects.  NFB: NHBC:  Craftsmanship Awards from the Suffolk Association of Architects.

Ipscreen Printing          www.ipscreen.co.uk

Ipscreen cover most aspects of the print and promotion trade, including screen and litho printing, vinyl graphics (for sign boards and vehicles), engraving, promotional clothing and an in-house design service.

E.Y.E. Co. Ltd.                www.eyecochain.com

An ISO 9002 accredited specialist supplier of equipment for mooring boats, ships, fish cages, navigation buoys, pontoons and dredging equipment. The aim is to supply everything from the anchor or sinker to the buoy.

A.W. Mayhew Farms Ltd.

Email: maywoo5@btinternet.com

A family farm on 3500 acres of land on both sides of the River Orwell. Specialising in vegetables and cereals, they also have 600 breeding sows on the land and employ 21. Organisers of the annual Ploughing Match in October (proceeds towards the Village Hall).

Stratton Hall Therapy Pool           01473 659353

A very warm therapy pool can be privately hired for exclusive use on a session basis, for a particular time each week. Excellent changing facilities.

Orwell Arena     www.orwellarena.co.uk

30 livery stables (DIY to full): Indoor Arena (60x40m Rubber): Outdoor arena (50x50m sand and rubber): excellent off-road riding: periodic competition events. (Tel: 01473 659446)

Red House Farm Livery          01473 655117

Set in 40 acres overlooking the river Orwell in the pretty village of Levington. It is a private yard with an American style barn with hardwood stables, catering for DIY Livery. There is a full sized Indoor floodlit ménage, an Outdoor ménage, bridle paths and off-road riding.

Lilac Cottage Guest House       01473 659509

Email: lenandjo.wenham@btinternet.com
Pretty cottage dating from 1700, in a small peaceful village overlooking the Orwell Estuary.  Easy access to A12 and A14: 10 minute drive from Ipswich and Felixstowe. We have an excellent reputation for our traditional breakfasts, homemade bread and preserves. Vegetarian and special diets catered for.

Suffolk Yacht Harbour         www.syharbour.co.uk

SYH is the East Coast's leading independent Marina, with 550 berths.  The boatyard, maintenance, repair and chandlery facilities are complemented by top class sailmaking, spar and rigging services, electronics, sailing school, brokerage and new boat sales and inboard /outboard engineering. Visiting yachtsmen receive a warm welcome at the famous Lightship, clubhouse of the Haven Ports Yacht Club.

AT THE MARINA

• Parker and Kay

  (now part of Quantum Sail Design Group): world class sailmaking for all types of racing and cruising yachts. www.quantumsailsgbr.com

• Rig Magic

  Top class rigging shop & expert advice for racing and cruising yachtsmen.
  Tel: 01473 655089 www.rigmagic.co.uk

• R&J Marine Electronics

  Local experts for advice, sales and servicing of marine electronics.
  Tel: 01473 659737 www.rjmarine-electronics.com

• French Marine Motors

  All types of Marine engine installation, servicing and maintenance.
  Tel: 01473 659882 www.frenchmarine.com

• Haven Ports Yacht Club

  The famous landmark 'lightship' is the base for one of the friendliest, best-run clubs on the East Coast. Great food and open all week.
  Tel: 01473 659658 www.hpyc.com

• Mr Stainless

  Bespoke fabricators in polished stainless steel tubing and sheet material for the leisure marine and fishing industries. The company will also accurately repair damaged or worn out motor boat and yacht fittings.    
  Tel: 01473 659395
  

• Bob Spalding Marine & Leisure

  The finest selection of outboards, motor boats and ancilliaries.
  Tel: 01473 659674 www.bobspaldingmarine.com
  

• Clarke & Carter Interyacht

  The best broking service on the East Coast - whether buying or selling.
  Tel: 01473 659681 www.interyacht.co.uk

• East Anglian Sailing Trust

  Sailing for the disabled and other groups with special requirements afloat.
  Tel: 01728 747057 www.east-anglian-sailing-trust.org.uk

• East Anglian Sea School

  Providing all RYA/MSA courses from a complete beginner to the Commercial Yachtmaster. NOTE: 15% Reduction, if you are a resident of Levington or Stratton Hall.
  Tel: 01473 659992 www.eastanglianseaschool.com

• John Gill

  The installation and repair of boat power circuitry and lighting, engine electrics, charging systems and control boxes.    
  Tel: 07712 653707