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Two great weekends
of Heritage Open Days
in West Suffolk
THURSDAY 6 TO SUNDAY 9 AND
THURSDAY 13 TO SUNDAY 16
SEPTEMBER 2018 There will
be events in
Bury St Edmunds
and the local area
both weekends
for you to explore
A national
celebration of
England’s cultural
architectural
heritage
www.westsuffolk.gov.uk
Heritage Open Days in West Suffolk
more recent use as a private members’ club for the last consider both those erected by organisations to
70 years. Refreshments at extra cost. commemorate their members, and by families to
WEEK 1 Email frontofhouse@bsefc.co.uk or call 01284 750969. remember their loved ones.
THURSDAY 6 TO SUNDAY 9 6 Norman Tower B
Abbey House, Angel Hill, IP33 1LS
SEPTEMBER 2018 4 Bury St Edmunds Guildhall B SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, TOURS AT 09:45,
Guildhall Street, Bury St Edmunds 10:45, 11:45, 13:30, 14:30 & 15:30
SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 - 16:00 The forty five minute tour will
SUNDAY 9 SEPTEMBER, 11:00 - 16:00 include a demonstration of bell
An opportunity to find out about ‘Women of Bury ringing and a brief history of
St Edmunds’, visit the Royal Observer Corps Control the Norman Tower, the bells
Room. Talks, enactments and workshops for various and the art of bell ringing. Not
1 Ancient Library B ages. Lovely enclosed gardens and much more. suitable for children under 3. Poppy Fields and ebay: using WWI memorabilia
St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Angel Hill, IP33 1LS Booking required for talks & workshops. 8 and all children must be to trace ancestry 14:00 -15:00
FRIDAY 7 AND SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, accompanied by an adult. Geraldine Charles FIBIS trustee
SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER,11:30 -12:30
14.00 -16.30 (final session 16.00) Booking required will talk about how she is
Women of Bury St Edmunds
Come and learn more about our Ancient Library commemorating those who served
Hear the stories of ‘Women of Bury St Edmunds’ from
and the books within.
years gone by as you meet costumed interpreters and
7 Old Cupola 1693-2012 B in The Great War. Seeing items of
get drawn into their daily lives. All ages. Lost Heritage WWI memorabilia for sale on eBay
2 Athenaeum Astronomy Moyses Hall Museum, Cornhill, IP33 1DX gave Geraldine the idea to buy
Association SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER,13:30 -14:30 SUNDAY 9 SEPTEMBER,14:00 -15:30 items for use as a starting point for
Abbey Gardens, Angel Hill, IP33 1LS Significant Women Talk on the original house that Thomas Macro junior family history research.
SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 10.00 -16.00 Hear about significant women and their impact on life had built, documenting its history until destroyed by fire SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER
Solar Observing & Astronomy Workshop in Bury St Edmunds. Adults & children over 12 years. in June 2012. An appreciation of what was a much loved Exhibition commemorating the end of the First World
Visitors and budding astronomers will have the Bury St Edmunds landmark.
SUNDAY 9 SEPTEMBER,11:30 -12:30 War about life on the Home Front in our local area.
opportunity to try out a variety of astronomy workshop
Get hands-on in this workshop, creating woollen cloth in Discover the stories of those who were affected by war
activities (adults & children), try out astronomy
the old fashioned way. Adults and children over 12 years. 8 Record Office B locally through letters, photographs, newspapers and
equipment, watch a solar demonstration. Find out 77 Raingate Street, IP33 2AR diaries.
about the restoration of the Victorian observatory SUNDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER,13:30 -14:30 SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER,10:00 -16:00
and telescope atop the Athenaeum. Please note the Create a collaborative embroidered panel based on This was also a period of great change for women who
To commemorate the events of the First World War,
Anthenaeum Observatory will not be open to view. fascinating local history. Aimed at children from 7 played vital roles both at home and on the front line.
the Bury St Edmunds Record Office have organised
years upwards. To celebrate, local historian Sara Doig will be hosting
three one hour talks which highlight the enduring
3 Bury St Edmunds Quakers 10 minute talks throughout the day, each one focusing
legacy of the conflict.
St John’s Street, IP33 1SJ 5 Look Inside the Historic B 1. Images and Legacy 10:00 -11:00
on an ‘extraordinary woman’. Craft activities for
children aged 5 and over to take part in. Please note
SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 -17:00 Bury St Edmunds Farmers Club Through the medium of over 40 specially
AND SUNDAY 9 SEPTEMBER, 14:00 -16:00 ‘walk-in‘ talks on Saturday 8th only. Record Office
Pump Lane, IP33 1HQ commissioned paintings, by the internationally
Extraordinary Quaker Women 01284 741212.
FRIDAY 7 SEPTEMBER, 11:30 -12:30 renowned illustrator Mr Geoff Pleasance, Robert
Visit the historic 18th Century Quaker Meeting with lunch option, or 15:00 -16:00 Butterworth will give a two part presentation.
House, with its 21st modern ecological extension 9 St Edmunds Catholic Church and Chapel
with afternoon tea option
and beautiful garden. Learn about some extraordinary 2. The Legacy of War Memorials 11:30 -12:30 Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds
A guided tour of a Grade 1 historic building in the town
local and national Quaker Women and the history of Explore the legacy of War Memorials through a talk SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 11:00 -16:00
centre, once townhouse to the Gage family of Hengrave
Bury Quakers. presented by Gwynn Thomas, former curator at the One of the oldest Catholic Chapels in England and the
Hall. See the development of this unique building from
Suffolk Regimental Museum. He will look at the church subsequently built in 1837 in Greek Revival
its mediaeval origins to its regency golden age and its
different styles of town and village memorials and style. Guided tours and exhibitions of memorabilia with
reference to extraordinary women who have etched
their place in local Catholic history.
“find out about Women
of Bury St Edmunds”
“commemorate the
events of the First World”
THE ATHENAEUM OBSERVATORY
Heritage Open Days in West Suffolk
16 Fullers Mill Garden 21 Rede Hall Farm Park B
Icklingham Road, West Stow, IP28 6HD Rede Hall Farm, Chedburgh, IP29 4UG
WEEK 1 SATURDAY 8 AND SUNDAY
9 SEPTEMBER, 11:00 -17:00
FRIDAY 7 AND SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER,
10:00 - 12.00
THURSDAY 6 TO SUNDAY 9 Fullers Mill is an enchanting seven-acre garden on the Rede Hall farm is home to Suffolk’s
The Theatre Royal was designed by the renowned banks of the River Lark at West Stow. Occupying a own breed of horse - the Suffolk
SEPTEMBER 2018 architect William Wilkins. With many of its original beautiful woodland site, the garden is filled with rare and Punch. Rede Hall Farm work, show
features still intact it is the last remaining Regency unusual shrubs, perennials, lilies and marginal plants. At and breed the horses - let them
Playhouse in the country. Guided tours will take you this time of year there will be bright late summer colours show you round the farm, and
to areas of the theatre the public rarely see. Bookings: from dahlias, asters and much more. Plants for sale. hear a talk on the living heritage of
01284 769505, Email: booking@theatreroyal.org Suffolk. Booking required.
10 St. John’s Church - A guided tour www.theatreroyal.org.tours/ 17 Great War Huts B
and behind the scenes Brook Farm, Hawstead, IP29 5NW 22 St Leonard’s Open Day
St John’s Street, Bury St Edmunds 13 Tour of the Great Churchyard B FRIDAY 7 SEPTEMBER AND SATURDAY 8
SEPTEMBER, TOURS AT 10:00, 12:30, 15:00
The Green, Horringer, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5RU
SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 8:30 -17:00
FRIDAY 7, SATURDAY 8 AND SUNDAY The Great Churchyard, IP33 1RS
9 SEPTEMBER, 15:00 Great War huts will be ‘on parade’ again offering tours Visit St Leonard’s Church which has been on its
SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 11:00
Learn about the history, architecture and features of of the site and hosting a special exhibition ‘Stars of the present site for 1,000 years. This beautiful Church
Pat Murrell will discuss some of the people, buildings
the prominent St John’s Church. Discover some notable Khaki Screen’ a collection of actual uniforms worn by has recently completed a Bell restoration Project and
and events associated with this former burial ground
characters, stunning stained glass. Guides on hand to well known stars in many film, television and theatre demonstrations will be given by the church bell ringers
in late Stuart and Georgian times (1660-1830).
productions. Four original temporary wooden buildings led by the Tower Captain, Discover the links with the
answer any questions. Booking required.
from the 1914-1918 War have now been restored. Hervey Family of Ickworth.
11 Suffolk Regiment Museum 14 Unitarian Meeting House Bookings: 01284 388986, Email: greatwarhuts@gmail.
The Keep, Out Risbygate, IP33 3RN Churchgate Street, IP31 1RH com, www.greatwarhuts.org/heritage-open-days 23
Clare Ancient House B
SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 -16:00 Museum and Clare Castle
SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 -16:00
(roof open 11:00 -14:00)
One of the finest non-conformist chapels in the
18 Lackford Lakes Guided Walk B Meet at Clare Castle Country Park Car Park
The Keep, built in 1878 Lackford Lakes, Bury Road, IP28 6HX SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 11:00 - 13:00
country, built in 1711 with a magnificent two-tier
is the only surviving THURSDAY 6 AND FRIDAY 7 SEPTEMBER, A two hour walk around
pulpit and outstanding brick work. It was the first
building from the former 11:00 - 13:00 & 14:00 -16:00. Clare’s natural and built
brick built building in Bury St Edmunds and has been
Suffolk Regiment Depot. Take a guided walk around the nature reserve heritage to include Clare
a place of worship for the Presbyterians at first and
The building, which was observing the wildlife that uses it. Booking required, Castle (motte and baileys),
then Unitarians from the latter 18th century, who hold
formerly the Armoury www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org the Country Park, the Nuttery,
regular services which everyone is welcome to attend.
and Quartermaster’s Clare Common (the Castle’s
It also opens for concerts, exhibitions, lectures, public
Stores, now houses the
meetings and weddings.
19 Pakenham Watermill medieval farm) and Clare
award-winning Suffolk Mill Road, Pakenham, IP31 2NB Priory. Optional access to the Ancient House Museum
Regiment Museum. Weather permitting there will be a SUNDAY 9 SEPTEMBER, 11:00-17:00 at the end. An easy 3 mile walk with more walking than
15 Bardwell Church
rare opportunity to admire the view of Bury from the Visit the last working water mill in Suffolk – a unique place commentary. (Walk 1 of 2).
Bardwell Church, IP31 1AH
roof of the Keep. to see traditional milling of wholemeal flour, plus baking,
SATURDAY 8 AND SUNDAY 9 SEPTEMBER, 24 West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village
oil engine working, craft demonstrations and folk music.
12 Theatre Royal B 10:00 -16:00
Icklingham Road, West Stow, IP28 6HG
5 Westgate Street, IP33 1QR A grade 1 listed church featuring a nave with Hammer-
beam roof dated 1421 and an 87 foot tower. Guides will
20 Palace House Newmarket SATURDAY 8 AND SUNDAY 9 SEPTEMBER
THURSDAY 6 & FRIDAY 7 SEPTEMBER ,TOURS James Ward, Animal Painter ra
AT 11:00 & 14:00. SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, be manning the church and trails available for children.
National Heritage Centre for Horseracing
TOURS AT 10:00 & 11:00 and Sporting Art, Palace House, Palace Street,
Newmarket. CB8 8EP
THURSDAY 6 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 -17:00
Brought together for a
rare viewing, are paintings
including the artists
arresting Fight between
Lion and a Tiger (1797) on One of England’s great archaeological sites, West Stow
loan from the Fitzwilliam, has extensive indoor galleries and a stunning recreation
Cambridge and View in Tabley Park (1813-18) on loan of an Anglo-Saxon village. Home to the Beowulf and
from the Tate. This exhibition will explore the special Grendel Trail, this interpretive trail has been inspired by
characteristics of Wards works, including his focus on the ancient saga of Beowulf and Grendel. Enjoy nature
the emotional drama of his subject. trails, walks and an adventure playground.
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Heritage Open Days in West Suffolk
29 Late Georgian & Victorian B 8 Record Office
Residents of Bury St Edmunds 77 Raingate Street, IP33 2AR
WEEK 2 The Chapel, Borough Cemetery, IP33 3DT
FRIDAY 14 SEPTEMBER, 11:00
SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER,10:00 -16.00
Exhibition commemorating the end of the First World
THURSDAY 13 TO SUNDAY 16 A tour around the older part of the cemetery first opened War about life on the Home Front in our local area.
SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER,13:30 -14:30 in 1854, looking at the graves of prominent people Discover the stories of those who were affected by
SEPTEMBER 2018 Significant women connected with Bury St Edmunds. Also some of the First war locally through letters, photographs, newspapers
Hear about significant women and their impact on life World War graves and victims of a Zeppelin raid. Tour led and diaries.
in Bury St Edmunds. Adults & children over 12 years. by local historian Pat Murrell. Booking required. This was also a period of great change for women who
played vital roles both at home and on the front line.
SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER,11:30 -12:30 5 Look Inside the Historic B Craft activities for children aged 5 and over to take part in.
Get hands-on in this workshop, creating woollen cloth in Bury St Edmunds Farmers Club Please note ‘walk-in ‘ talks on Saturday 8th only.
the old fashioned way. Adults and children over 12 years.
1 Ancient Library B Pump Lane, IP33 1HQ
FRIDAY 14 SEPTEMBER, 11:30 -12:30 9 St Edmunds Catholic Church and Chapel
St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Angel Hill, IP33 1LS SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER,13:30 -14:30
Create a collaborative embroidered panel based on with lunch option, or 15:00 -16:00 Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds
FRIDAY 14 AND SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER,
fascinating local history. Aimed at children from 7 with afternoon tea option. FRIDAY 14 SEPTEMBER, 11:00 -16:00
14.00 -16.30 (final session 16.00)
years upwards. SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER, 11:30 -12:30 One of the oldest Catholic Chapels in England and the
Come and learn more about our Ancient Library
with lunch option church subsequently built in 1837 in Greek Revival
and the books within.
26 Bury St Edmunds Postcard Club style. Guided tours and exhibitions of memorabilia with
25 Bury St Edmunds Cemetery Open Day Moyse’s Hall Museum, Cornhill, IP33 1DX reference to extraordinary women who have etched
FRIDAY 14 AND SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER, their place in local Catholic history.
Borough Cemetery, 91 Kings Road, IP33 3DT
FRIDAY 14 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 -14:30 10:00 -16.00
10 St. John’s Church - A guided tour
This is a chance to look inside the Cemetery Chapel, A chance to view a collection of old and modern cards
on various subjects by members of this local club. Visit
and behind the scenes
search cemetery records dating back to 1855 and
their display for advice on this rewarding hobby. Some St John’s Street, Bury St Edmunds
explore the cemetery’s history and future. See the
items will be available to purchase. FRIDAY 14, SATURDAY 15 AND SUNDAY
restored hand bier for transporting coffins.
16 SEPTEMBER, 15:00
Learn about the history, architecture and features of
4 Bury St Edmunds Guildhall B 27 Guided Walks of Bury St Edmunds B A guided tour of a Grade 1 historic building in the town the prominent St John’s Church. Discover some notable
Guildhall Street, Bury St Edmunds Cathedral Information Point
centre, once townhouse to the Gage family of Hengrave characters, stunning stained glass. Guides on hand to
SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 - 16:00 SATURDAY 15 AND SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER,
Hall. See the development of this unique building from answer any questions.
SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER, 11:00 - 16:00 11:00 &14:00
An opportunity to find out about ‘Women of Bury Join one of the registered town guides on a historic its mediaeval origins to its regency golden age and its 11 Suffolk Regiment Museum
St Edmunds’, visit the Royal Observer Corps Control tour learning some of the fascinating history of Bury more recent use as a private members’ club for the last
The Keep, Out Risbygate, IP33 3RN
Room. Talks, enactments and workshops for various St Edmunds. 70 years. Refreshments at extra cost.
SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 -16:00
ages. Lovely enclosed gardens and much more. Email frontofhouse@bsefc.co.uk or call 01284 750969
(roof open 11:00 -14:00)
Booking required for talks & workshops 28 Ladies of the Town B The Keep, built in 1878 is the
Meet at the Angel Hill, near War Memorial 30 Pursuit of Pleasure... B only surviving building from the
SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER,11:30 -12:30 Bury Fair in its Georgian Heyday
SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER,14:00 former Suffolk Regiment Depot.
Women of Bury St Edmunds Moyses Hall Museum, Cornhill, IP33 1DX
A guided tour around the centre of historical Bury St The building, which was formerly
Hear the stories of ‘Women of Bury St Edmunds’ from SUNDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER, 14:00 -15:30
Edmunds to discover more about some of the movers the Armoury and Quartermaster’s
years gone by as you meet costumed interpreters and Extensively researched this talk reveals the fun of Bury
and shakers of the town – who also happen to be Stores, now houses the award-
get drawn into their daily lives. All ages. Fair and its importance in the commercialisation of
women! winning Suffolk Regiment Museum.
leisure and the urban renaissance of Bury St Edmunds in Weather permitting there will be a
the eighteenth century. rare opportunity to admire the view
of Bury from the roof of the Keep.
“Enjoy your visit to Bury
even more with a
guided walk” “Bury St Edmunds Farmers
Club... these days you definitely
GUIDED WALKS OF BURY ST EDMUNDS don’t have to be a farmer to join”
Heritage Open Days in West Suffolk
18 Lackford Lakes Guided Walk B 34 The Rise and fall of B
Lackford Lakes, Bury Road, IP28 6HX Rougham Hall
WEEK 2 THURSDAY 13 AND FRIDAY 14 SEPTEMBER,
11:00 - 13:00 & 14:00 -16:00.
Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham, Bury St Edmunds
SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER, 14:00 - 17:00
THURSDAY 13 TO SUNDAY 16
SEPTEMBER 2018 31 Under Bury St Edmunds B
United Reformed Church, Whiting Street, IP33 1NR
SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER, 10:30
An unusual illustrated talk on the tunnels, cellars chalk
caves/ mines beneath the surface in Bury St Edmunds.
Discover what is directly beneath your feet!
Take a guided walk around the nature reserve
12 Theatre Royal B 32 Bardwell Windmill observing the wildlife that uses it. Booking required,
5 Westgate Street, IP33 1QR School Lane, Bardwell, IP31 1AD www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org
THURSDAY 13 SEPTEMBER, TOUR 10:00 SATURDAY 15 AND SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER,
(limited access to stage) 10:30 -17:00 24
The Built and Natural B An introductory historical talk by George Agnew in
FRIDAY 14 SEPTEMBER TOURS Bardwell windmill, recently Heritage of Clare the Meadow Room at Blackthorpe Barn followed by
AT 11:00 & 14:00 restored to working order, is Meet at Clare Castle Country Park Car Park a two hour walk to the ruins of Rougham Hall and
SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER TOURS believed to have been built in SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER, 11:00 - 13:00 back, seeing parts of the old parkland and gardens.
AT 10:00 & 11:00 the 1820s and stands on the A one and a half to two hour tour of Clare’s built heritage, Strong footwear essential. Walk involves crossing a
The Theatre Royal was designed by the renowned edge of the village where it to include Clare Priory, Clare Castle ( motte and baileys), meadow with cattle and a walk through woodland
architect William Wilkins. With many of its original served the community until Victorian railway buildings, the Parish “ Wool” Church, and parkland.
features still intact it is the last remaining Regency the 1940s. On the day you can Market Hill and Clare’s impressive medieval architecture
Playhouse in the country. Guided tours will take you see the sails turn (if it’s windy) ( over 130 listed buildings). Optional access to the
to areas of the theatre the public rarely see. Bookings: and visit the home baking shop Museum at the end. An easy ninety minute tour with
01284 769505, Email: booking@theatreroyal.org for a variety of flours. N.B. the more commentary than walking. (Walk 2 of 2).
www.theatreroyal.org.tours/ bakery will only be open on the
Follow us..Ed.munds wouldn’t
Saturday, between 09:00-13:00
14 Unitarian Meeting House
ry St
Churchgate Street, IP31 1RH 33 Guided Walk Your visit to Bu tour of our
East Town Park Visitor Centre, Couplas Rd, pl et e w it hout a guided
SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 -16:00, be com
Haverhill, CB9 7UW
SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 -15:00 historic town. und than the
One of the finest non-conformist chapels in the SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 -14:00 to show you ro
A 6 mile walk through the countryside around And who better ur Guides, a
country, built in 1711 with a magnificent two-tier ds Registered To
Haverhill, passing through Sturmer, famous for the Bury St Edmun earned the
pulpit and outstanding brick work. It was the first
team who have
Sturmer Pippin apple and passing by Stour Mere. highly-trained dge or Green
brick built building in Bury St Edmunds and has been
Onwards through Kedington, home to one of the to w ea r th e coveted Blue Ba
a place of worship for the Presbyterians at first and right excellence.
then Unitarians from the latter 18th century., who hold oldest churches in Suffolk. Led by a ranger who will dg e sy m bo ls of tour guiding
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regular services which everyone is welcome to attend. point out wildlife and features of interest on the way.
It also opens for concerts, exhibitions, lectures, public Option of stopping for a pub lunch or bring picnic.
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“Bardwell Mill, home to
Wooster’s Bakery”
“Rougham Hall was built in
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BURY ST EDMUNDS THEATRE ROYAL for Philip Bennet”
Enjoy not just one but two weekends of Heritage Open Days
this September. The first week is from Thursday 6 to Sunday 9
and the second week from Thursday 13 to Sunday 16
September 2018.
Heritage Open Days is co ordinated by the National Trust with
support from players of Peoples Postcode Lottery, and involves
the special opening of interesting buildings. Some are not
normally open to the public while others are normally open at a
charge. Entry will be free but it is advised that you check to see
whether advanced booking is required.
HOW TO BOOK AN EVENT
For events that require booking in advance
1. CALL the Apex on 01284 758000, OR
2. CALL the specific number given, OR
3. VISIT www.whatsonwestsuffolk.co.uk
UNDERSTANDING THE KEY
Each event has a number which is a map reference on the centre pages.
A pink number 3 indicates an event in Bury St Edmunds whilst a
blue 15 number indicates an event in the surrounding area.
New event Refreshments Childrens B Booking
for 2018 Available Activities Required
DISCLAIMER
Due to the nature of some of these buildings
they may not be fully accessible. Programme
details are published in good faith but changes
may occasionally be necessary. Please check
at time of booking or contact the TIC 01284
758000 for further details.
www.heritageopendays.org.uk
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