The Agenda for the November meeting will be available on the Somersham Parish Council page of this website from late October.
Our Parish Council is looking to recruit two new Parish Councillors - please contact Jennie Blackburn, the Parish Clerk, for more information - thank you. 
:: County Councillor for this area:- Cllr Gary Keogh (Reform) - resigned, effective 30th September 2026 - By-Election is due to take place on Thursday 12 November 2026
:: District Councillor for this area:- Cllr Adrienne Marriott (Liberal Democrat) - adrienne.marriott@midsuffolk.gov.uk

*Smaller portion sizes, but just as yummy* - we offer a Seniors’ Set Menu every Friday from 12pm to 2:30pm, featuring 2 courses - including options such as beer-battered fish, gammon, sausage & mash, soup and desserts such as apple crumble and jam sponge.
The Duke of Marlborough is a 15th century community-owned village pub near Ipswich, in the pretty village of Somersham. Managed by husband and wife, Claire and Matt, who invite you to enjoy their warm welcome and the friendly atmosphere created by the wonderful team of staff and volunteers!
You can contact them by phone on 01473 831283 or email. You can also book a table online or walk-ins are welcome.
The Duke’s kitchen produces great value, hearty meals featuring many British pub classics - always see our SPECIALS BOARD for new dishes and Duke Favourites!! - and enjoy our wide range of drinks – in a building that has been welcoming people for nearly 500 years!
HAPPY HOURS - enjoy a range of selected drinks at a reduced price! - every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday: 5 – 6pm