A Suffolk County Council (SCC) By-Election in the Bosmere Division is due to take place on Thursday 12 November 2026 - including Somersham.
Poll cards are being issued as poll letters for this election.
You may notice that the document you receive looks different from previous elections. Instead of the traditional poll card, you will receive a poll card letter, which contains the same important information you need to vote.
Parishes in the Bosmere Electoral Division
:: Badley
:: Battisford
:: Ringshall
:: Coddenham
:: Needham Market
:: Baylham
:: Barking
:: Darmsden
:: Offton
:: Great Bricett
:: Ringshall
:: Somersham
:: Nettlestead
:: Willisham
Please click here for further information:
https://www.midsuffolk.gov.uk/w/suffolk-county-council-elections-may-2026
(Despite the title for the link, this is the correct page for information regarding the By-election on 12th November 2026. Mid Suffolk District Council is responsible for local and national Elections in this area. By-Election due to the resignation of Cllr Gary Keogh (Reform) who was elected at the Suffolk County Council Election on 7th May 2026.)
Thank you.

*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

Remembrance Sunday Service, Somersham - 10.45am on 8th November, at St. Mary’s Church - with parking at the Village Hall - everyone is most welcome to join us in remembering those who have lost their lives in conflicts.
Remembrance Sunday at our linked parishes - 8th November 2026
::   9.00am - Battisford - Holy Communion
:: 10.45am - Barking Tye  - Remembrance Service
:: 10.45am - Offton - Remembrance Service
:: 10.45am - Ringshall at Gate 3 - Remembrance Service
:: 10.45am - Somersham - Remembrance Service
:: 11.00am - Flowton - Act of Remembrance
Remembrance Sunday is held on the second Sunday in November (the Sunday nearest to the 11th November, Armistice Day, the anniversary of the end of hostilities in World War One in 1918). For 2026, this is will be Sunday 8th November. 

Sunday Roasts
Beef  |  Lamb  |  Herbed Chicken breast  |  Cajun Spiced Sweet Potato Roulade (VE)  |
All of our roasts are served with seasonal vegetables, cauliflower cheese (gf), roast potatoes and a Yorkshire pudding. (Gluten free Yorkshire pudding available upon request).
Sample Sunday Menu
Breaded whole-tail scampi (gfa)  |  Cajun Spiced Chicken Breast (gf)  |  Coconut Penang Curry (VE)  |  Creamy Macaroni Cheese (V)  |  Cumberland sausage & mash  |  Homemade 7oz Beef Burger  |  Vegetable Lasagne  |  Quorn Buttermilk burger (VE)  |
Booking your table is strongly recommended - please book your table at:
www.thedukeofmarlborough.com/book-a-table 
HAPPY HOURS
Enjoy a range of selected drinks at a reduced price! - every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday: 5 – 6pm.