The Crafty Foxes

17/06/2026

16/06/2026

Geno Washington is an American singer best known for his powerful soul vocals and energetic live performances with his band, the Ram Jam Band. Rising to prominence in the 1960s, he became a key figure in the British soul and rhythm and blues scene, helping to bring American soul music to new audiences across the UK. Washington launched his music career while stationed in Suolk as a member of the United States Air Force in the early 1960s. During his time in the county, he evolved from a military physical training instructor into a pioneering British soul artist. His connection to Suffolk forms part of the heritage project Black USAF: Cultural Connections in Cold War East Anglia, which explores how Black American servicemen influenced the local
music scene — and how the region shaped their musical journeys in return. Washington has described Suolk as one of his “first loves,” recalling the welcoming atmosphere he experienced there compared with the United States at the time.

16/06/2026

Geno Washington is an American singer best known for his powerful soul vocals and
energetic live performances with his band, the Ram Jam Band. Rising to prominence in
the 1960s, he became a key figure in the British soul and rhythm and blues scene,
helping to bring American soul music to new audiences across the UK.
Washington launched his music career while stationed in Suolk as a member of the
United States Air Force in the early 1960s. During his time in the county, he evolved from
a military physical training instructor into a pioneering British soul artist. His connection
to Suolk forms part of the heritage project Black USAF: Cultural Connections in Cold
War East Anglia, which explores how Black American servicemen influenced the local
music scene — and how the region shaped their musical journeys in return. Washington
has described Suolk as one of his “first loves,” recalling the welcoming atmosphere he
experienced there compared with the United States at the time.

15/06/2026

Here they are in all their glory !!!
Thank you so much to everyone who who helped me bring these suffolk scarecrow icons to life, from those who physically helped, to those who sponsored and supported behind the scenes. I had an idea and this has surpassed my wildest imagination so thank you to those who believed in me 🦊

15/06/2026

Mary Tudor was an English princess and later Queen of France, best known for her
beauty, independence and romantic story. The younger sister of King Henry VIII, she was
widely described at the time as one of the most beautiful princesses in Europe. Although
she briefly became Queen of France through an arranged royal marriage, Mary is
remembered for risking everything to later marry the man she truly loved, Charles
Brandon, Duke of Suolk.
Mary Tudor has a strong connection to Suolk, as she spent much of her later life in the
county. She died at Westhorpe Hall in 1533 and is buried nearby at St Mary’s Church in
Bury St Edmunds, where her tomb can still be seen today. Mary was greatly loved by the
people of Suolk, and after her funeral alms of meat, drink and money were distributed to
the poor in her memory, reflecting the aection and respect she inspired during her life.

15/06/2026

Ralph Fiennes is a famous British actor who has appeared in many popular films
and theatre productions but is best known for playing “the one who must not be
named” aka Lord Voldemort, in the Harry Potter movies.
Fiennes was actually born in Ipswich, Suolk and spent most of his childhood
here with his 6 siblings. He made his mark onstage at the Royal National Theatre.
As well as appearing in some of the biggest films in the last 30 or so years,
Fiennes is also known for his humanitarian work. He is a UNICEF UK ambassador
and has worked in India, Kyrgyzstan, Uganda and Romania.

15/06/2026

Ed Sheeran is one of the most successful singer-songwriters of the 21st century,
known for his acoustic guitar style, heartfelt lyrics and global hits such as Shape
of You, Thinking Out Loud and Perfect. Although he is now a worldwide
superstar who fills arenas and stadiums, his roots remain firmly tied to Suolk.
Raised in the market town of Framlingham, Sheeran’s early musical career began
in much smaller and more intimate settings. As a teenager he performed at local
venues and even played gigs in people’s back gardens in Ipswich. Those modest
beginnings in Suolk helped shape the artist who would go on to become one of
the biggest names in modern music

15/06/2026

St Edmund was the King of East Anglia in the 9th century and later became one of
England’s most revered saints. Known for his bravery and strong Christian faith, he
was killed by Danish invaders on 20 November 869 after refusing to renounce his
beliefs. His death led to him being honoured as a martyr-king, and stories about his
life quickly spread across medieval England.
Bury St Edmunds takes its name from the king himself. After his death, Edmund’s
body was brought to the town, where a great shrine was built in his honour. The
shrine at the Abbey of Bury St Edmunds became one of the most important
pilgrimage destinations in medieval England, attracting visitors from across the
country. Legends surrounding St Edmund include the story that, after he was killed,
a wolf guarded his severed head until it was found and reunited with his body.

15/06/2026

Twiggy became the world’s first major supermodel at just 16 years old. Her
signature look - big painted-on lower lashes, a blonde pixie cut and mod
minidresses - made her a defining face of 1960s fashion, and she was voted the
“Face of 1966” by the Daily Express.
Twiggy later bought a house in Southwold with her husband, actor Leigh Lawson.
In 2005, her modelling career was famously relaunched after a chance encounter in
Southwold. Steven Sharp, the marketing director for Marks & Spencer, spotted her
having lunch at The Crown, which led to her becoming the face of M&S