Welcome to your weekly what's on round up for the Shotley peninsula sponsored by The Red Lion in Chelmondiston

Every Thursday we collate all the eye-catching events occurring in this area over the weekend.

Read on for the peninsula's not to be missed outings this weekend, and remember, you can add your upcoming event for free using the black Nub It button.

Shop Local this Christmas and get along to one of the festive events on the peninsula this Christmas weekend.

Keep your child active over the festive period. Starting today at Brantham Leisure Centre and resumes next week.

Join in Chrisingle at Shotley's St Mary's Church on Christmas Eve,

Take the strain out of your family Christmas Day lunch and go to the Red Lion for a long, leisurely, festive feast.

More details here...

Take your young ones to meet Father Christmas at Fields today, tomorrow or Saturday, and enjoy the extended trail, lights, and more crafts starting earlier in the day to avoid those chilly evenings.

More details here...

Star librarian Tom Veasey is retiring on Friday so pop along to say goodbye at the Shotley's Pop Up library, complete with a wide range of activities and guests for all generations. is open Fridays.

There is busy day ahead and something for everyone.

Meanwhile, our What's On sponsors The Red Lion has launched its Festive menu, featuring many seasonal and Suffolk produce.

For more details and how to book (recommended)

The Red Lion serves all the pub classics along with interesting dishes created around seasonal ingredients and local produce as much as possible. Children and dog friendly, there is also have a beautiful courtyard where you can enjoy a glass of wine or a pint or two.

Meanwhile, The Shipwreck is open for dog walkers, ramblers, sailors, sightseers and cyclists all weekend.

Plenty of outside seating with fascinating two counties views across the estuary.

Pop in for a meal, hot drink, or something a bit stronger.

For these, and many more events coming up go to our What's On page here, set it on your favourites, or add your events for free.

Our thanks to all our sponsors, The Red Lion in Chelmondiston , Shotley Marina and The Shipwreck and Spring Lodge for making this facility available to you, our readers, for free.